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Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1890

Page

6

Chartiers Valley Defeats Englishmen in Local Cricket Match

In Crafton a crowd watched Chartiers Valley cricket eleven triumph over a British side. Key batsmen were fiorn and McPherson, while professional bowlers from both sides framed a match noted for puzzling bowling and good fielding. The English team posted a modest total before Chartiers Valley cleared their innings with steady bowling and sharp catching.

Chartiers Valley Crafton Valley Pittsburg Fiorn McPherson

Championship swimming times noted at Rochester meet

A fragmentary report lists multiple swimmers from New York and Pennsylvania competing in mile and half mile events. Notable results include Charles A. Brady of Rochester and W. F. Henry of Warren, Pa taking top and third places respectively, with a dead heat for 620 class in one event and a safety mile disputed as over limit.

C. M. Murphy W. F New York C. J. Iven A. Zimmerman Geo. W. den R. Bowman W. F. Waren F. F. Ives Murphy C. J. Cena

Detroit Foot Race Scores After First Stage

At midnight the first 94 hours of the 142 hour road race near Detroit closed with standings led by Hart and Massier both at 133 and 119 respectively. Other contenders include Guerrero 10, Noremac 100, Cartwright 15, Horan 101, Moore 119, Sullivan 76, Loomis 100, Benedict 100, Townsend 100, Glick 112, Howard 68 among numerous finishers.

Detroit Guerrero Noremac Cartwright Horan Massier Moore Hart Hegelman Loomis Little Bes i Nidre Aac Glick Benedict Randle Townsend Howard

Greensburg field sports draw large crowd despite price rise

The greensburg field sports event drew about 1000 spectators this afternoon. Henry Fry won most events and the £50 gold medal, James Horland won the local bicycle race, A E Gamble the hurdle, Flynn of Pittsburgh took the horseback event. In Manchester, the tenth round of the international chess tournament saw Mason beat Mortimer, Alpin over Tinskey, Taubenhaus over Gunston, with several games adjourned after long play. Bird beat Blackburn, Gunsberg defeated Muller.

Greensburg Henry Fry East End Gymnastic Club James Horland A. E. Gamble Flynn Pittson Manchester Mason Mortimer Alpin Tinskey Taubenhaus Gunston Leo Schallop Scheve Locock Trrasch Mackenzie Gossip Thorold van Vliet Owen Bird Blackburne Gunsberg Muller

Beating the Record in Noammeog State Bicycle Races

Lively state bicycle races produced multiple record efforts. Rich of New York won the open quarter with Githens of Chicago second and Wilhelmw of Heading, Pa third. Anthoney of Taunton, Ma won the second heat in 3224, breaking the world record with Campbell and Clark following. The one mile open championship went to Lameden of Chicago, with Thich of New York second and Auaines third. A one mile team race between Chicago and New York was won by New York 11 to 10. HL E Laurie lowered the mile record with a 2 32 5/6 performance.

Hantronn A. K Rich New York Ioc Ck. A. Githens Chicago W. J. Wilhelmw Heading E. C. Anthoney Taunton W . Campbell L. Clark Penner Millbery Mass Leona W. L Withein Reading Anerica AL EF. Lameden Cheeaigho BR. Thich Auaines Tai

Races at This Place Highlight Mixed Results

The report lists multiple horse races with placements across several events. Lorlengs-Kingeton takes first, Volunteer second, Ber Nock third in one division. Other noted finishes include Dimie and Serena in five furlongs, Exlips and Eeper ph in another, and Mabel Girneint with placements in quarter-mile events.

Shelievead Miretnes Kingeton Volunteer Ber Nock Dimie Serena Iret Eeperph Correction Jhinl Coe Mile Hulidhist Tira Strideaway Secur Ainge Crab Wire Yourth Mabel Girneint Orby Bem Keach Puoster, Jr Tite

Iroquois Races at Asociation Track Report

September 1 results from Lexineros detail Iroquois races at the Association track. In the Fum race for yearlings five furlongs Tom first Rogers second Jones third. Seromo for two year olds four furlongs Fam first Som Jones hard second Tito third. Lea inst Hero second London third. Lime event six furlongs all aces first Spectators second Hany second Ulin Music third. Time 1:19.

Lexineros Asociation L T Rogers Jones Jak Seromo Fam'e Som Jones Tito Hero London Lime Oy. Poerth Hany Segond Ulin Music

Campbell Defeats Hobart In Newport Tournament Thriller

In Newport on September 1 a fourth day of all comers play featured W P Knapp defeating C Hobart in a tight match 10 7 4 62 after earlier sets 41401 and 62. O B Campbell also won 62 over 8 P Huntington as rounds continued with Campbell advancing to meet Knapp.

Campbrll Hostingtos Newport NewrPort W. PF. Kaapp Hobart Tasily Ove Knapp Mobart Cheap O. B Campbell P. Hantington S. P. Hantngton O. S. Cam O. S. Campbell Wen Tive Hl Om W.P. Anapp C. Hobart

Speedy Wheelmen Rally at Syracuse Meet

Syracuse, Sept 1 The New York State division of the League of American Wheelmen opened its eighth annual meet with about 800 riders in attendance. In the one mile novice event C E Penny took first, J Padgen of Utica second, Knerzech of Syracuse third. Time was 3:01 in the sprint.

Syracuse New York State League of American Wheelmen C. E. Penny Ee Firet Padgen Utica Knerzech

Backers Agree Two-Man Bout Set Eight Weeks Hence

Promoters signed articles last evening naming William Bissell and George Gillan to fight to a finish in an eight round contest, scheduled for two ounces. The match is slated for eight weeks from Saturday with both fighters expected to begin a training schedule immediately.

William Bissell George Gillan Shay

West Middletown Wins Hard-Fought Home Game

West Middletown defeated Bethany 5 to 3 in a tight contest on home grounds. Key hits included Gibson and Scott with two base blows, Sawhill scoring a three-base hit, and Sawhill again for Bethany. Pitching by West Middletown featured Lane and Hemphill, with umpire Frank Lane officiating.

West Mippletown Bethany W. Va West Middletown Hiethany Ann Sabe Wess Middletown Gibson Scott Sawhill Ivors Betany Borne Lane Hemphill Rewtree Lauck Ly France I Lane Wy Schiver Frank Lane L.a

Meadvilles Defeat Erie In Morning Showdown

In Erie September 1 the Meadvilles beat the home team 3 to 2 in an exhibition. In the afternoon Erie reversed the result with a 6 to 3 victory behind a strong pitching performance by Jones. Williams hit two bases, Miller and Leamon homered, with Jones, Cole, Cappy, Betz, and Williams in battery. Time 1 66. Umpire Jamison. Attendance 4,200.

Erie Meadvilles Eries Jones Erie Measville Meadville Meadville Erie Wiliams Miller Leamon Cole Cappy Betz Williams Jamison

Greensburg Team Drops Doubleheader to Collegians

In Greensburg, the home squad fell to the Collegians from Pittsburg in both games of a split doubleheader. Morning and afternoon sessions showed the Greensburgers unable to counter the Pitt team’s offense.

Greensburgs Collegians Pittsburg Greensburg

Venetia Wins Return Game Over Shire Oaks

Venetia defeats Shire Oaks in a return game with a final score 9 to 8 in the first inning sequence. Players Katteries Evans Prichard and Dageer contributed to Venetia’s win in the September 1 telegram from Venetia.

Venetia Shire Oaks Finst Katteries Evans Prichard Dageer

Exact Twenty-Four New Letter Carriers Put On Duty

The city announced 24 new letter carriers starting duty yesterday boosting Postmaster McKean's force to 128. Names include J S Campbell James Duffy A E Thomas Joseph H Lewis William M Gilmore Albert Englehart H C Shoenberger Henry Ditmar Edward Weible John Berry Louis Hettinger H H Lindsay RK Hindman Robert H Baker Wesley A Jones Robert Russell Robert Flinn George Vetter J A Strickland R Dawson John C Calvin Adams Sidney B Foster August Morgan H A Colvin and Yeager. A model branch office will be opened at the Exposition. William Kelly of Beltzhoover borough was jailed last night on drunkenness charges. Also noted is a fall dress goods sale at Jos HORNE & Co Penn Avenue Stores highlighting new black dress goods and striped English suitings.

J. S. Campbell James Duffy A. E. Thomas Joseph H. Lewis William M. Gilmore Albert Englehart H. C. Shoenberger Henry Ditmar Edward Weible John Berry Louis Hettinger H. H. Lindsay RK. E. Hindman Robert H. Baker Wesley A. Jones Robert Russell Robert Flinn George Vetter J. A. Strickland 2. R. Dawson John C. Calvin Adams Sidney B. Foster August Morgan H. A. Colvin 3. Yeager Postwaster McKean

New Fall Dress Goods Arrive at Jos Horse & Co Stores

A new fall assortment of fine dress goods arrives at Jos Horse & Co. Penn Avenue stores. The latest styles including lace curtains and heavy fabrics are offered at low prices this week.

Jos Hucvus & Hacke Ussu

Jeannette Labor Day Parade Marks Glass Town Red Letter Day

Jeannette Pa September 1 thousands visited the glass town for its Labor Day demonstration. The procession included glass workers unions from Pittsburgh Greensburg Braddock and others and the day ended with a concert ball game and fireworks. Other towns held large observances with parades and speeches.

Jeannette

Riot Among Miners Sparks National Strike Turmoil

Reports from a small mining town near here describe a riot amid a miners strike started weeks ago under National Executive authority. Tensions rose when an attempt was made to replace striking workers with Hungarian labor, prompting a sheriff’s deployment to quell the disturbance.

Dibpaton Erenseveg Amsberry Srining National Executive

Bond the Tight Rope Walker Found Guilty of Negligence

The coroner's jury finds Bond guilty of gross negligence in the death of a young girl during a tightrope performance. He is jailed and to be tried for manslaughter. Also notes a separate incident where a man was shot in a Jenkins patch near town. A terrible fire event is reported.

Bond Chambersburg Jo Ever Grimaal Nestre Dood Wat Dimpatow Py Burg Philip Smith Jenkins’ Patch Jenkins Esterday

Fire Threatens City Mills After Major Blaze

A devastating fire broke out in Bouschards Broa planing mills located in the city center. Officials report a lull in the conflagration saved the structure from total destruction and potential loss of life, with damage estimated at $125,000 and incendiary speculation.

Jeannette and Ebensburg: multiple local notes span naturalization and deaths

A collection of brief notices reports 62 residents naturalizing at Ebensburg, plus local dispatches from Greensburg Jeannette Parkersburg and Uniontown. Items include a Poor Director appointment, a fatal accident near Greensburg, a graveyard sale tally, a Youngstown marriage followed by intoxication, and various court and crime notes.

Caenes Jeannette Greensburg Ebensburg W. D. Reames Parkersburg

Not in the Graveyard leads Mount Holly to mix up burial

In Mount Holly New Jersey August Deiber, a German believed buried in Brotherhood Cemetery, walked into a shoe store to retrieve boots, claiming he was alive. A victim killed by a train on August 16 had been buried as Deiber after identity confusion.

Mount Holly N. J August Deiber Benjamin Sutphin Deiber Sutphin Brotherhood Cemetery

Brosi to be Extradited Following Writ of Habeas Corpus

Authorities on the Southside reported no notice of the writ issued by Justice Sirest in John Brosi's case. The 15 day window to seek a re hearing was near expiry. Extradi tion papers were secured and Special Officer Carrigan would pursue Brosi tomorrow. Magistrate Saccop said Brosi should soon be in Pittsburg and the hearing likely within two weeks.

Justice Sirest John ©. Brosi Carrigan Brosi Saccop Pittsburg

Opening Day at Curry University Attracts Record Enrollment

For three days faculty staff assist crowds as Curry University marks a historic opening. Registration so far exceeds prior records with more advanced classes and longer tuition terms. The shorthand department leads in popularity as English training for younger students gains liberal patronage. Catalog outlines and free mailings available.

Curry University

Assignee's Sale of the Ten Boat Williams at Pittsburgh Wharf

The Joseph B. Williams built in 1876 and renewed in 1884 at a cost of 13000 is offered for public sale on Tuesday September 9 1890 at 10 o clock A M at the Pittsburgh Wharf at the foot of Fi street. The vessel measures 290 feet in length 40 feet beam 52 feet overall hold 6 feet with 29 feet square buckets 37 inches diameter and 6 40 inch boilers 28 feet long two flues each two low pressure cylinders 45 inch diameter 9 foot stroke two high pressure cylinders 19 inch diameter 9 foot stroke one auxiliary engine for air pumps and condensers four nickel engines and four capstans run by steam. Fully equipped with lines chains rockets and wire lines for towing 30 coal boats plus 6 to 8 barges and fuel included. Known for economy and draft five feet light. In March 1887 she towed 826010 bushels of coal from Louisville to New Orleans total tonnage 31769. Personal examination advised. Inquiry through Joan M. Eisma assignee No 8 Wood street Pittsburgh Pa.

Joseph B. Williams Pittsburg New Orleans Louisville Add Joan M. Eisema I. D. Risher Wood Street Tuwssu

Prizes DisearcH During the Exposition Season

An announcement notes prizes for a search during the Exposition season. Details are on the parts page of this treasure issue.

A Day on the Mount at Cresson Springs

Visitors enjoy a mild September day at the Mountain House with long hillside walks and a lively parlor dance scene. Mrs. Halford and Mrs. McKee drive to the summit, while children from the Park cottage join in the amusement. The Harrison and Painter households figure in the social crowd as the President and his party are expected to stay through the month.

Oresson Springs Mountain House Charles Donnelly Pittsburg Nanna Donnelly Cape May Creswit Aga Foneretin Cha Park Painter James Chambers Arry Darlington

Freight Wrecks and Local Accidents Gather Daily Mishaps

Two freight trains telescoped on the Fort Wayne line near Highland injuring flagman J. C. Glenn and brakeman J. C. McIntyre. The engineer was shaken but unhurt as two cars and a caboose derailed. Additional incidents include a fire lighter accident harming Mrs. Jennie Carroll, a lamp accidental burn to a child by M Hoff, a horse fall injuring Henry Fricke, mortar injury to Mrs. Sunderland, a skull fracture to B Gray, a swing accident to James McGunnigle, and hand injury to Alexander Kringle.

Highland Ft. Wayne Road J. C. Glenn J. C. McIntyre Jennie Carroll Pius Street Southside Wylie Avenue Henry Fricke Forty-seventh Street Sunderland D. F. Sunderland Center Avenue B. Gray Howe, Brown & Co James McGunnigle Mt. Washington Brownsville Alexander Kringle Lucy Furnace

Peace in the Ranks as Alliance Faces Internal Strife

The Third district defeat of the Alliance candidate shocks the bloc and fuels straightout Democrats led by Tillman. Norris led early with Johnstone close behind and no majority. Factional fights spread to the Second Fifth districts while Hemphill appears secure in the Fourth and Stackhouse in the Sixth. The colored Alliance remains inactive in Congress contests.

Norris George D. Johnstone Tillman Democratic Party W.J. Tolbert Alliance Hemphill E. T. Stackhouse Cem Colored Alliance Congress

Democratic Oratory Meeting in Lawrenceville

The Grover Cleveland Society of Allegheny County met in Lawrenceville. President Bellman announced 5000 copies of a New York paper with an Pattison interview would be shared with mill workers. Delegates elected to attend Reading meeting on September 18 include Squire Handel J B Larkin Bellman M F Burke and H Houston. Miller delivered a speech arguing Republicans co opted national issues and dodged ballot reform.

Lawrenceville Grover Cleveland Society Allegheny County Bellman New York Pattison Democratic Societies Reading Squire Handel J. B. Larkin

Relieving the Poor semi monthly report summary

The Society for the Improvement of the Poor reports ten new applicants 446 family visits and 684 visits for the poor. 13 days work secured for 29 persons. Bread meat and other aid distributed including 420 loaves 173 pounds rice 134 pounds oats 234 bars soap 51 pints beef tea 28 pints matten broth 299 pints milk 45 pounds tea 150 pounds sugar 203 grocery orders 200 bushels coal 150 garments eight shoes and four hats. Contributions from Mrs D A Stewart for the Fresh Air Fund totaled 189 with 76 from a fair at Drckson. The managers extend thanks for generous support.

Society For the Improvement of the Poor D. A. Stewart Drckson

Royalist Patrols Hebrides After Reef Strike

Special dispatch reports the Royalist returning to Sydney from a New Hebrides voyage after striking a reef off Mallicolo Island on May 18. Divers found the false keel knocked off. The ship captured Tappea, a kidnapper and alleged killer, who was turned over to French authorities and sentenced to 15 years.

San Francisco Royalist Sydney New Hebrides Mallicollo Island Aure Island Tappea Boate Idaho Aoba Mercer Santo Bland

Coroner verdicts on multiple deaths and a railroad wreck

The coroner's jury found morphine overdose caused Joseph Brittain's death at Hotel Boyer. Violet Grant died of natural causes. Charles Meyers drowned accidentally. Campbell and Longinear Gerber of the Pittsburg and Western Railroad were found guilty of gross criminal negligence for a wreck near Callery Junction on August 26, killing Henry Anchor. The District Attorney will pursue charges.

Joseph Brittain Boyer Violet Grant Charles Meyers Campbell Longinear Gerber Pittsburg and Western Railroad Callery Junction Henry Anchor Attorne Hus Gerber

Window men deny forming price fixing group

James A. Chambers William Loeffler and other local window glass makers traveled to Chicago for a manufacturers meeting. They deny plans to form a company to fix prices at a uniform level, though a committee report from a prior Monongahela House meeting may be considered. Prices are expected to rise 10 percent if such a company is formed.

James A. Chambers William Loeffler Chicago Messrs. Chambers Loeffler Monongahela House

Inquest Continues Into Baltimore and Ohio Wreck

Coroner McDowell will resume the inquest at 2 p.m. into the Baltimore and Ohio wreck near Osceola station that killed Yank Sullivan H W Hersha and Mr Goodwin. The coroner believes cross ties were placed on the track by wreckers intending to rob passengers. the plan failed as the device did not fire and no one was injured.

McDowell Sullivan H. W. Hersha Goodwin Baltimore and Ohio Osceola Station

Merry-Go-Round Disputeplits Allegheny Committee Meeting

The Allegheny Police Committee approved payroll and the mayor’s report then debated removing the Federal street merry-go-round as a nuisance. A heated exchange between Chairman Speer and James Hunter led to the issue being sent to the Wharf Committee. Proprieter Jackson defends the machine, charges against Lieutenant Alexander and Buckley referred to the Mayor, with hearings next week. Public Works and Neeb-Rutan contests meet at City Hall this afternoon.

Allegheny Police Committee sMayor Speer Federal Street James Hunter Wharf Committee Jackson Alexander Buckley

Republicans elect delegates to state convention in Philadelphia

Jonix N. Neen Hugh Kennedy and James W Prescott were elected delegates to the State Convention of Republican clubs to be held in Philadelphia on September 23 representing the Allegheny Republican Central Club. Alternates are Joan Samuel C Grier and Thomas Ha. The Allegheny Park Committee approved the bid of BH Howard for grading and paving Monument Hill drives, replacing Carson McKvaine's bid. The Allegheny Ordinance Committee postponed action on the car body ringing ordinance and on police indiscriminate arrests measure. The August Southside police report shows 397 arrests and magistrate receipts totaling 1625. A box 4 alarm at noon yesterday was for Jones blaze in Booth Flinn's brickyard.

Jonix N. Neen Hugh Kennedy James W. Prescott Philadelphia Allegheny Republican Central Club Joan Samuel C. Grier Thomas Ha Allegheny Park Committee Howard Monument Hill Carson & McKvaine Tus Allegheny Ordinance Committee Succop Jones Blaze Booth & Flinn

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