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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1889
Page
6
The piece notes six to one odds on Smith in the November 12 clash with Jackson and mentions wagering trends from Eastern and Southern running meetings. It also cites Ed Hanson’s alleged Brotherhood involvement and Nimick's defense of Hanlon amid league tensions.
Harry T. Smith, noted Youngstown baseball authority, discussed plans to reorganize the Tri-State League with teams in Canton, Mansfield, Akron, Steubenville, Youngstown, Springfield, Dayton and Wheeling. He aims to form a Western Pennsylvania New York area league including Olean, Bradford, Jamestown and Erie, but stresses the difficulty of securing sufficient capital. He plans to visit Oshkosh and other cities to advance the project.
Mr Palmer O Neil of the local baseball club spoke on League and Brotherhood matters yesterday. He claimed Hughb Duffy the Chicago right fielder threatens to leave the Brotherhood and that tensions arise from salaries and disputes among players including White captain and Hanlon.
A club released a player who then signed with a Western team. He paid most of his travel expenses himself, a move the document calls a precedent and a growing custom in the sport.
MINNEAPOLIS October 30. At the Western Baseball Association meeting in this city Saturday the pennant will be decided. Jim Hart is expected to play a key role as teams outline season outcomes and prospects.
London cable to the Dispatch reports at a Pelican Club meeting plans for a boxing match between Peter Jackson and Jem Merriman. A bid involving Lord Lonsdale and Charles E. Davies of Chicago was placed with Ernest Co. Welles and Abincdor present. Betting stands six to one on Jackson.
Nashville Texas October meeting drew about 2,500 at the park as weather cleared. Favorites won only two of five events with horses like Fix Leo Brigel and Moulta Hardy taking half and three lengths respectively in varying conditions. Entries list shows multiple horses for each race.
The American Horse Show opening at the Exposition buildings displays famed animals from across the country. C J Hamlin and Harry Hamlin of Buffalo bring Mambrino King and Almont with a four in hand coach and eight spring victoria. The event, valued at large sums, attracts about 1000 entries and reports multi million valuations.
In a tense championship clash at South Brre enex Pennsylvania Lafayette and Lehigh opened scoring early and traded drives. Lehigh pulled ahead with two quick touchdowns in the late second half aided by solid kicking. Princeton men Spicer and Jones stood in as players and referee respectively.
Reports note Mike Noola tm preparing to fight Cal McCarthy while many boxing and billiards figures plan match bouts. A forfeit by Mire Casino sparks a bout with Austin Gibbon. Brooklyn brokers eye a club in Brooklyn. Hayes and Gillon near fifth clash not to be bare knuckles. American Jockeys licensing debated in Chicago November 18. Pool expert J. L. Matore heads to California for demonstrations. Records set by bicycle and tricycle riders. W H Vinson sells trotting stock worth 17100. Novel dumbbell contest at Omaha Athenaeum with George Kendall facing three men for $ aside and a $25 purse.
Secretary Noble's instructions to Commissioner Fairchild and Chief Mayes's interview create unease among lessees in the Cherokee strip negotiations. Colonel Snyder predicts the Cherokee Live Stock association will move if lands are bought, while some fear Indians may sell at 125 dollars per acre, though other firms may bid higher. Experts warn a flood of sales could wreck cattle prices nationwide.
A hotly contested 2:53 trot at the Philadelphia Driving Association meeting today concluded with Pamlico winning. Almont finished second with Harry W taking third as Jack Ayres pressured the field in one heat. Time shown was 2 27 44.
New York discussion among top billiards players focuses on balk-line handicap and Istter system versus 14 inch to 10 inch methods. Jacob Schaefer and Slosson weigh prospects of fairer play and better exhibition in an international journey.
George Lederer who eloped with Florrie Newcombe and is indicted in New York for bigamy was seen at the Chestnut Street Theater. He spoke guardedly about the case, promising to release a bombshell after his counsel’s injunction, and doubted he would be convicted.
Elizabeth, N D October meet results list winners in five furlong to one and an eighth mile races. Blue Rock Cracksman Pearl Set Come-to-Taw Bradford and Bradford claim notable wins with runners-up noted.
Judge Taft of the Superior Court granted a default judgment to the Little Miami Railroad Company against the Pennsylvania Company for 147000 plus. The case concerns guaranteed dividends on the Little Miami lines after the Pennsylvania Company claimed nonperformance by the railroad on betterment terms. An order of sale was issued to satisfy the judgment with shares of stock held by the plaintiff via garnishee.
Johnny Lafferty and Harry Gray will spar in a five round lightweight contest in Beaddock on Saturday evening. The event is fully arranged with railroad access and town witnesses expected to fill the rink. Both fighters are said to be evenly matched and the crowd anticipates a very pretty contest.
Beaver Falls reports a terse local note dated October 30 describing the latest small-item update from the area.
Boston dispatch outlines Brotherhood actions ahead of New York meetings. Brook lyn and Buffalo to replace Indianapolis and Washington. players assigned to teams by the new board. Key figures described include Arthur Irwin as Philadelphia captain and John Werd as Brooklyn manager, with Pfeffer and Comiskey in leadership roles.
In Washington on October 30, Louis James, a former servant to the Haitian Legation, is jailed after 30 bottles of fine imported wine vanished. He was arrested for grand larceny as his wife, visiting from the station, wept and threatened legal action while James warned her to pay rent and stay away from his funds.
A Norfolk and Western collision between freight and express trains near Liberty and Thruxton, Lynchburg region, killed Lee Jones of Bedford County and a tramp and a colored brakeman. Conductor Weckinter and others were injured. engines and cars wrecked but mails intact.
A letter from Jimmy Carroll arrives in New York declaring a forfeit and backing to cover the bout. Carroll wants to fight Meyer in San Francisco to a finish with both sides set for ten thousand dollars a side.
A local sporting man received a letter from Jack Fogarty noting Fogarty’s retirement from boxing. The letter calls him Sunny and indicates Fogarty’s intent to remain retired from the pugilistic business.
The Inter-State Commerce Railway Association is practically dead as the Rock Island, Burlington and St. Paul railroads declare the traffic by Union Pacific and Northwestern violated the accord. They plan to withdraw without formal notice, ceasing to be bound by the association's rules.
City Clerk wires Jake Ekilrain after he asked to stage a sparring exhibition. The by law states a violation can incur fines and imprisonment.
The Civil Service Commission said it would ask the District Attorney to prosecute all persons involved in the distribution of a political assessment circular linked to the Ola oe Republican League. Non-employees may not solicit or receive political funds from government workers, especially on government property. Government employees Elam Godwin and Verser may face action under section 11 for political associations while drawing pay.
A report from October 30 details the Ohio Republican Association arranging round trip tickets for voters to travel home. About 150 certificates circulated but misuse emerged as scalpers obtained blank certificates signed by the association president in exchange for five dollars. An insider allegedly supplied 15 to 20 blank certificates to a prominent member, triggering an investigation by the railroad.
Secretary Tracy praises Rear Admiral John G Walker at a Shoreham farewell dinner in Washington before his departure for Europe to command a new squadron. Nearly 100 personal friends attend with notable figures including Admiral Rodgers and high officials. A letter from Secretary Tracy commends his management of the Bureau of Navigation and his ongoing service.
The Pan American delegates visited industrial sites in Kansas City and were greeted by Mayor Davenport and Governor Francis. Minister Zegarra of Peru praised Western resources after two weeks touring, and Delegate Henderson predicted a vast future for steamers and railroads linking American ports with Central and South America before boarding to Springfield.
Baltimore hosts a grand Catholic Hierarchy Centennial celebration directed by Cardinal Gibbons with preparations long under way. Invitations have been accepted by 80 bishops and other high-ranking church figures, including Cardinal Taschereau and Archbishop Satolli. The event, to be led by Cardinal Gibbons, will feature a prominent papal representative and begins with Sunday exercises.
A telegram from Master Workman John Nugent reports a mass meeting of progressive union miners in New Straitsville led to the end of the strike at the Columbus and Hocking Coal and Iron Company mines. Striking miners return to work where they stood at the strike’s start and the company had refused to recognize the check off system.
Contracts will be issued soon for building 30 twin screw sea going gun torpedo boats on the Delaware River. Aelphis capitalisig forms with capital 86,000. Mr. Gatling, famed for the gun, chosen to lead both vessels.
Brown the local turfman returned from the East yesterday and said his stable had won large bets. It is estimated that the figure is substantial though exact amounts were not disclosed.
Forrismax and Co announces a limited offer giving dolls to all purchasers in the infants' department this week. The promotion targets families shopping for baby products and accessories.
A fragment lists Heslery Barguins and locations Exase and SuHoustes at 35 Fifth Ave, suggesting a business or address line in a historical context.
A fire alarm rang from box M4 at the corner of Fifth and Smithfield signaling a blaze at house number 150 Fifth. Fire crews responded promptly to the scene in a dangerous quarter, with efforts concentrating on extinguishing the fire and ensuring nearby residents' safety.
Prince Murat refuses to marry Miss Caldwell for 50 000 francs a year, saying French princes cost more than that. The American heiress insists on managing her own finances, and the engagement ends with plans for an amicable separation. Murat travels to Fontainebleau for a hunting event as the parties part ways.
Mr Davitt denounces charges against Patrick Egan as financier of the Phoenix Park murders and argues no proof supports them beyond convict Dacey. He says boycotting is not personal intimidation but a stance against acts harming the public interest. The commission adjourns.
In Bern on October 30 during the Reichstag budget session Herr Vernold rebutted Socialist leader Herr Bebes who called Russia Germany’s hereditary foe. The warlike stance was echoed by Herr von Beniigzer who said Germany must wear heavy armor to secure victory in any possible war and to appoint an Imperial Minister of Finance with undivided responsibility.
In Mons district 8000 miners strike, delegates meet Minister of Industry M. de Bruyn to press demands. Central and Charleroi fields join the action as mine owners publish a manifesto denying concessions. They argue wages since 1887 tracked coal prices. Princess Hatzfeldt name reveal shows Clara Elizabeth Prentice Huntington.
Ellis Wainwright, president of the Brewers' Association, states that the vast property of the St. Louis Brewery Association has not been sold to any English or other syndicate. He calls rumors of beer industry control by outsiders irregular and unfounded. The interview suggests no imminent major deal.
An 89 year old Ezra Hetfield and 92 year old Daniel Hetfield, uncles of a deceased testator, were named sole natural heirs after a contested will battle. The estate valued around 000 was loaned in full to a Plains Run Church, amid questions over mental fitness when the will was executed. Frazee Les nee ee ees and Plainfield figures were involved in the proceedings.
Mrs Mary E Flack seeks alimony and counsel fees from Sheriff James A Fiack in an absolute divorce suit heard in New York Supreme Court. Judge Andrews presides. Attorney Treadwell Cleveland asks 500 for counsel fees and 30 weekly alimony. ex judge Fullerton offers 525 back alimony tied to a July 12 in Common Pleas decree. The case adjourned for Mrs Flacks affidavit.
The Denver convention audited about $20,000 in Charity claims and extended the federation talks with Knights of Labor and Brotherhood of Firemen. A committee added George W. Vrooman to advise on federation articles, with an expected adjournment by Tuesday or Wednesday.
An old advertisement proclaims Rogers Royal as pure and healthy free of poisons. It claims the product cures headache sleeplessness general debility nervous prostration dyspepsia and low mood caused by waning vitality.
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