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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1892
Page
11
Red Ehret limits the Spiders to few hits through seven frames while McAleer preserves a near whitewash by delivering the lone home run. Eastern teams mostly win as Washington loses to Cincinnati.
In a tense game Boston beats Pittsburg 8 to 1 as Ebret replaces Baldwin after two rough innings. Nash, Quinn, and Long star as Boston builds a first-inning lead, then adds runs in later frames while strong Boston defense limits Pittsburg to a single tally.
Unclear OCR reports a Baltimore win over Chicago with scattered player names and partial scoring. Mentioned are pitching and fielding notes, attendance, and an error count, but many details are garbled leaving the core outcome and key figures obscured.
In Brooklyn on September 2 the Cleveland nine edged a heavy loss 6 to 1 at Eastern Park. Their lone run came on a homer by McAleer as 1,616 watched. In Philadelphia on September 12 Philadelphia and Louisville staged a high scoring slugfest with a decisive early lead.
Washington wins 5 to 4 over Cincinnati in the eighth on Duffy s double and a misplayed fly by Wood. Both starting pitchers strong though costly errors decide the outcome. Attendance 715 Weather clear.
To-Pay's schedule shows Pittsburgh at Boston Cleveland at Brooklyn Cincinnati at Washington Louisville at Philadelphia Chicago at Baltimore St Louis at New York with matchups on the slate.
Washington club president Von der Ahein withholds part of St Louis gate receipts spurs dispute with George Wagner. Wagner vows action, cites renewal of Pendleton grounds in Cincinnati and seeks stronger roster to escape last place. Wagner, manager Richardson and J Earl Wagner back changes to improve.
Local team faces losses but stays hopeful. a win today could set things right. Fans push for strong comeback as Pittsburg club gains popularity among Routherne. Amrits Keers in County League praised for excellent season work.
Frxxstows Pa George Wallick an aged farmer died by his own hand with a shotgun during a mental aberration last Sunday night. Lisvitte-John Graham shot and fatally wounded in a speak easy fight along the Lesseuring road Sunday. Staixoriay 0 George McClelland's baby fell dead from a ten year old sister's arms Sunday. Marerteth 0 Mrs Michael Keech died by suicide by jumping into a well Sunday night after fever progressed to typhoid. Wisteepe W Va John Clendenin threw stones at Ulman’s home. Ulman fired and Clendenin died. Ulman jailed in Charleston. Cawron a man stabbed in the side with a butcher knife during a Grove picnic altercation. John Zeigler wounded and John Campbell’s nose broken. Gunver Pank Pa The nineteenth annual Picnic of Patrons of Husbandry opened with planned Republican Demage Prohibition days and G A R day. Center County Veteran Club to hold twenty fourth reunion. A State Weather Observers convention to be held Wednesday. Mippitxsix Pa Cumberland Valley Railroad passenger train wrecked yesterday morning due to broken axle. several injured including Bottgenbaugh of Carlisle and M A Hoover of Carlisle and others.
Advertisement for a new comfortable union bust garment in natural and white colors. Claims best fit and comfort. Sells at 27 Fifth Avenue through CamFBE Sons.
The fall meeting of the Homewood Driving Park Association opens with high hopes. Weather permitting, racing and entertainment will be top notch as top horses head to Gravesend for a lively betting day. Notables Sam English and Frank Herdic arrive to boost the event with forecasts of a record meeting and strong entries from multiple states.
At Gravesend Sept 12 the Special notes a reduced field after nine withdrawals in the Oriental handicap. Kingston led early but Correction edged him out by a head in a tight finish. Parvenue won the second race from start, and Prince George upset Lady Violet in the zone stakes. Taral took the Father Daly stakes, Pactolus won the Oriental handicap heat, with Lamplighter and others lacking form in a fast-track card.
At Latonia Cincinnati on September 12 the weather was fair and the track fast with about 2,500 in attendance. Four favorites and two second choices won. races included five furlongs and one and one eighth miles events with horses such as Calhoun, Laura Davidson, Lake Breeze, and Tranche Deceiver II among others in close finishes and non-winner conditions.
Special report from Lovtsvitziz Kr indicates pools sold tonight for races tomorrow. The list mentions entries with handicaps and various odds, including first race participants and multiple horses such as Chesapeake, Victoria, White Stone, and others.
Tosl Notes cover racing at Hawthorne with Magee, Timmy, and Bimbo in action. Perassaon is criticized for riding poorly, while Gormade wins the 2:10 stake. Askey is barred from Hawthorne after breaking a faith commitment. Nancy Hanks’ performances are likened to John Phoenix’s praises of Phariscelsm.
The Oakland Terrace Tennis Club tournament concludes with a five set doubles final. Ewart and Porter defeated Rose and Haines 6-2 6-4 2-4 5-6 6-4 after Parker substituted for Ewart. prizes awarded to Parker for singles and to Porter for consolation doubles.
The East Liverpool Gun Club stages its third monthly shoot next Thursday and Friday with eight events on day one and seven on day two. Entry fees vary and prizes include free boarding, barber shop offers, and a local championship medal. The event is expected to be the largest in the Ohio Valley.
The Homestead Football Club lists officers including President Tom Eace, Vice President William Waiton, Secretary Treasurer George Stewart, and Captain D. Aisles. The opening game is scheduled for next Saturday at New Castle with plans to arrange dates with other [teams].
The Corbett train halted in Wilmington as throngs pressed aboard and near the depot, then followed crowds in Philadelphia and Jersey City. Corbett hopes to meet Charley Mitchell and plans to stay in New York as his permanent home while pursuing a Sullivan bout.
The Police Gazette receives a silver mounted cane intended for Austin Gibbons of London. Gift from James J. Quinlan of the Horse Shos Four now with Lester Williams Menna dack Company. Inscription wishes Gibbons victory against Stanton Abbott in the National Sporting Club match in London.
Harrison Nickerson of Nicker son city Chemung county born near the Suequehanna River woodsman tall 6 feet 6 inches weighs 195 pounds aged 23 issues a challenge to James Corbett to fight to a finish anywhere in New York for up to 30000 dollars stating he has sparred with both Sullivan and Corbett.
London dispatch reports Charley Mitchell visited the Sporting Life office to confirm if Jin Corbett accepted his challenge for £2000 and the world championship. Mitchell shows eagerness for a match with the new champion.
In a Northampton prize fight a soldier named Clayson and bootmaker Langley fought. Langley was fatally battered and died of his injuries. Clayson was severely injured but escaped. Six abettors were arrested.
Arthur Davidson of Virden fought Billy Harris of Litchfield at McDonald's Mine four miles south of Staunton Illinois last night. Davidson won by knockout in the seventh round after a lucky blow.
Emilenton Pa September 12 Special The Franklin club defeated the home team today by heavy batting, knocking Messer's curves all over the field. Franklin also fielded well with few errors. Batteries Alexander Esper and Steep Worked for Franklin.
The official time of the Corbett Sullivan fight was 1 21 45. East End football squad to practice by electric light. Lone seeks a 100 yard foot race at Shire Oaks for 100 a side. Laser beat Bird in a five game set at Newcastle on Tyne. Two large entries for a Wee tennis tournament begin Friday with several well known players.
Fifty-five Homestead workmen held for court on murder aggravated riot and conspiracy charges will face trial in October. Judge Porter likely to oversee, with Hugh O'Donnell among first to be tried. Pinkerton detectives expected as key witnesses. Carnegie agents gathering testimony across cities. Three Homestead prisoners faced disorderly conduct cases before Pittsburg aldermen for taunting nonunion workers with terms like black sheep and scab.
Police report a string of arrests for larceny assault and incorrigibility. Brsstte Weer discharged on promising to be a good girl. Tom Strack detained for stealing bananas from a B and O depot. Hanes Levy jailed on larceny charge. Orricen Kor, George Miller, and William Apple charged with fighting. builder’s supply office broken into with minor theft. Cassidy and Kurtz involved in assault case. Evonte Knoble case noted. Banner Hararry and Mike Donnelly charged with assault on Farmer. Mintiean and Myers detained after boarding a train. Freep Bonort arrested for forgery with $10 fraud claim. various hearings set.
The Ladies' Ald Society of the Southside Hospital meets this afternoon to set a festival date for the bereaved, with plans to raise funds for the hospital community.
Fragmentary ad copy promotes Pittcairn's shop at 64 Wood Street offering dresses coats and salts for cold weather with a hint of fashionable goods.
A pressure fall over the Gulf States spurs a disturbance south of Louisiana bringing rain over the Eastern and central Cotton belt. Showers appear in Central Mississippi and Ohio valleys and Central Lake region while the Middle States see light showers. Unsettled conditions persist east of the Mississippi with three factors delaying clearing across the Mississippi valley. West Virginia reports showers and cooler Western Pennsylvania with variable winds.
The Local Forecast official of the Weather Bureau in this city provides the following temperatures and conditions for September 1. Expect varied conditions with mild to warm daytime highs and cooler nights. chances of showers are noted in the late afternoon and evening.
River traffic appears subdued as weather stays cloudy and warm. The falls measure one foot, the canal four feet, and the river four feet seven inches below, while Captain Ed Maddy of Madison Indiana plans to enter the steamer Coorer in competition with the Mail ee Grace Morris arrives from Leaven Departures For Cincinnati and other points as crews prepare for more departures.
The report lists river levels at Upper Ganges Show Allegheny Monction River two feet three inches and stationary. Wannix River four tenths foot clear and warm. Morgantown River four feet stationary. Brownsville River four feet seven inches stationary. Thermometer reads 77 at 4 p.m.
River gauges show rising water levels with stems of the Kanawha and nearby points. Vessels such as the Fisher and Princess arrive or depart, barges like the Eila Layman are raised, and coal cargoes move through Davis dam area as stage returns to normal. Excursion boats operate, and traffic shifts foretell trade adjustments next month.
Promotes health to resist contagions and debilitation. One dozen bottles equal a cask of ale in nutrition without intoxication. Endorsed by Prof. De Pietra Santa as a safer stimulant and nutrient. Genuine bottles carry the Johann Hoff signature. sold by Eisner & Mendelson Co., New York.
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