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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Is Harry johnson Dead?

1t was reported some time ago that Harry M
johnson, the professional sprinter and jumper,
holder of the worlds lOO-yard record, had died
in San Francisco. No particulars have been
received, and an intimate friend of the runner
discredits the report of his death.
johnson has died" !" he said TO Sam reporter,
ito my knowledge. at least three times. in order
to work jobs, and really believe he has died
this last time for the same reaIon. So don't be
surprised if lie comes to life again. Pd come
very near knowing of his real death, and the
usual resurrection may occur in Australia
where a fortune awaits runner of JohDson's
ability, if he can slip into the big handicaps
and receive liberal start."-1V Y. Sun.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09

Maud second, Laura Doey third. Time .5Oz.
Second race, six MISUNDERSTANDING won,
Amos second, Argenta third. Time, l:l6.
Third race. one and one-eighth miies-Fayette
won. Barney second. Cashier third. Time, l:5511.
Fourth race, five furlongs-Milt Young won,
Faithful second, Lucille Mannetts third Time
1:02x.
Fifth race, eleven-sixteenth of a mie-John
Adams won, Maggie second DeIgarden third.
Time l:l1.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
PriddY and McCleIland.

The final deposit in the proposed foot race
between Peter Priddy and i. c. McClelland
was made yesterday. Both runners are in good
condition, and give signs of having done lots of
hard work. The race will take place next Sat
urday at Exposition Park between the hours
of $3.50 and 430 Priddy and his trainer desire
to meet McClellands representatives to-mor-
row afternoon to arrange about the measure
ment of the track and other details.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
The Yale Freshmen.
ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPi

ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPATcH.i
NEwBURG, N. Y, November S.-Prof. Sig:
lars Institute football team run up against an
other Yale College team to-day and were again
defeated, although they have had wonderful
success with all other teams. The Yale College
team represented the freshmen of the Varsity
this time, and the game was hustling affair
from start TO finish. 1t was played on the
grounds in the Fourth ward, and big crowd
witnessed the contest. Tale vanGuished their
foes by a score OF II to 4.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09

We have over 500 styles
of Rockers for the. holi-
days in prices ranging
from $I.25 to $50. See
these goods-the variety
is unlimited.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
THEY LIKE DANFORTH.
Betting Men Think He VIII Defeat Brennan
in Their Fight To-Day.

Betting Men Think He VIII Defeat Brennan
in Their Fight To-Day.
MEMPHIS, November S.-The time for the
Brennan Danforth fight has narrowed down to
"a hours, but it is more difficult than ever to
pick the winner, although betting men like
Danforth on account of his great generalship.
Reddy Brennan arrived in the city yesterday,
weighing a fraction over lS0 pounds Each
muscle in his entire body is as compact and as
hard as iron, and there is not an ounce of flesh
on him that he can't use.
Danforth's condition is perfect. In all his
ring experience of So battles he saws he has
never felt better nor was ever in better fight
ing condition. Hugh McManus and Billy
Myers arrived this morning, and will look after
Brennan's wants, and Jimmy Carroll, who
bested Andy Bowen, and Fitzsimmons, whose
ambition is to whip Jack Dempsey, also came
in from New Orleans on the morning train.
They will second Tommy Danforth. The ring
will be pitched somewhere within 80 miles of
MemDliS.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Horseshoe Turning Contest.

ESPECIAL IELEGkAM To THE DisPATCHl
BEAVER FALLS, November "a horseshoe
turning match between William Fox and A.
Coleman, both expert horseshoers of this
place, took place at the Opera. House tonight.
The terms of the match were that the man
turning the first and best II shoes was entitled
to first prize. Forges were erected upon the
stage, and the novelty of tie affair drew a
big crowd. The match was under the manage
ment of Prof. Rich, the invento and maker of
over LEO different styles of horseshoes. Cole
in 90 minutes. and Coleman was awarded first
prize on account of superior workmanship.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Pool Playing at Beaver.

SPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPATcH.i
BEAVER FALLS, November San interest
ing pool match took place at the Sixth Avenue
Theater this evening, before large crowd. be-
tween ]. Carroll champion pool player of
Beaver Falls, ana Alfred TogIetti, of Chicago,
for $50 side. The game was the first 100 balls,
according to continuous pool rules.
Carroll won by three balls, tue time of game
being l hour and 80 minutes. The biggest run
was 13 balls. Attendance small. Considerable
money changed hands.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
THE SYNDICATE MAY GET IT.
Offers Made by Englishmen and Americans
for a Youngstown Plant.

OHers Mdue Dy 11IISIIsIIIIeH anu AmerICHHB
for Youngstown Plant.
ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPArcHi
YOUNGSTOWN, November S-An important
circular was received here by the creditors of
Brown, Bonnell & Co., from the chairman of
the trustees of William McCreery, of Pitts
burg, in which it Is stated that offers to pur-
chase the plant have been received from an
English and also an American syndicate at
price Ihat would pay the creditors in full for
their claims amounting to 81, 400 COO. without
the accrued interest from June 1874.
1t is probable that the creditors will make .
sale of the property, which they now own, as
soon as certain legal matters pending in court
are settled. The entire plant is running steady
in all departments.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09

closely-contested game was played this after
noon between the Cornell eleven and team
from Bucknell University. Neither team came
within five yards of the others line until the
latter part of the first half, when Cornell made
three toueh-downs and kicked two goals. Cor
nell won BY &c too.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Coxey's Big purchase.

ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPATcHt
LEXINGTON, KY, November S.-J. s. Coxey,
NassillOn, o., bought this afternoon of Major
Barak @. Thomas that historic home of the
owing to feebleness. viii retire from the breed
ing business and hrs magnificent stud will be
offered for sale before the winter is gone. The
new owner will rear trotters. His leading
stallion is Acolyte, 22l.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09

The men are to fight at 13l pounds for a purse
of $500, of which the loser is I'd get $l00.
Brennan is down to 100 pounds and is very
confident of victory He is in the best of con-
dition, and is very much pleased with St. Louis.
where he did all of. his training. The men met
before. on August 81, and brennan knocked
Danforth out in seven rounes Danforth and
his friends claimed It was chance blow and
asked for and received a return match.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
LOOKING OVER THE GROUND.

Sir Brewer Inspecting the Route of the Pro-
posed English Railway.
'srECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPATcH.i
WLKEsBARRE, November S.-Sir William
Brewer. an eminent English engineer. with AS
sstant and Private Secretary William Thorpe,
President of the projected Midland Railroad
between here and Chicago, arrived here to-day.
They intend viewing engineer facilities for the
proposed road between White Haven and Sus-
quehanna in the interest of English capitalists,
who will be governed by their reports.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09

PERSONS liable every winter to attacks
of catarrh, bronchitis and neuralgia acquire
immunity from the complaints by using the
Turkish bath. Be sure you visit the Nata-
torium on Duquesne way. The most ele-
CANT Turkish baths in the country. Open
day and night.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Harvard Beaten by Scrubs.

ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO TIE DIsPATcH.I
CAMBRIDGE. November S--A scrub eleven
scored against Harvard's crack football team
to-day, and the latter are disguised enough.
fact that the touchdown was made by Lee.
The score was ~ to in favor of Cambridge.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Busy Year for Trotters.

Sam English. the well-known poolseller of
this city. returned from the East yesterday.
During conversation last evening he said that
the season just ended has been the hest for
trottlng races he has ever known. He said
there has been more money invested and bet
ter quality of horses at all the leading meet
ings. He predicts greater success for next
WIG
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09

If you have been dealing
with any other Credit
House and are not salts
fed, come and see us.
You will readily see the
difference.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
TEEMER HAS AN OFFER.

He viii Probably Go to st. Joseph, NO., to
Train Boat Crew.
ESPECIAL rELEGRAM TO THE DIsPATcH.r
MCKEEsPoRT, November tL-John Teemer.
who is at present in Pittsburs settling up some
business matters preparatory TO departing for
the West his future home. has had an offer
made him which he Will very likely accept
The officials of the st. Joseph, Mo-, Boat Club
have offered him good salary to train their
crew. and he will in all probability sign the agree
ment for one year, which has been forwarded
to him.
Teemer will depart for the West with his
family in short time, and expects to make a
good record in his line of business next season
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
A Big Scoop.

The entire stock of large clothing con-
Germ who desired to dissolve partnership
was bought by US at 40 per cent discount
from usual trade prices, and we intend to
give the public the chance to secure the
goods at the same reduction from the prices
thev would bring in the usual way.
GUSKY'S.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Lehigh Defeats Columbia.

ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DrsPArcHi
SOUTH BETHLEHEM.PA., November S.-The
Lehigh University team defeated the Columbia
Athletic Club here to-day by score of 80 to G.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Results at Nashville,

NASHVILLE. November S-The beautiful
weather of the past week continued to-day.
and in consequence another large crowd at
tended the races at West Side Park. But two
favorites won, the other three races being won
by rank outsiders. Track fast.
Firt race four furlongs-Blanche's Last won,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09

BEAUTIFUL compilations obtained by the
use OF Turkish baths. Ladies' days at the
Natatorium on Duquesne way, Tuesdays
from A. NJ. to P. NJ. Objectionable per-
sons positively refused admittance.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Morse Beaten by Cutler.

fsrEcIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DTsPATcH-i
NEW YORK. November S.-The Cutler and
Morse football teams of the inter-Scholastic
League played a very close and exciting game
to-day in Central Park, the former, after hard
york. winning by a score of 10 10 4.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Died Before an Oven.

ESPECIAL TELEeEAM TO THE DISPATCH,
SPEERs, PA, November 8.-Wessley Corwin,
a prominent man of Bellevernon, suffering
from heart disease. fell dead while putting his
baking into the oven. He was highly-re-
spected citizen.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
win Fight To-Day.

ST. LOUIS. November S-"Reddy'' Brennan,
the Streator, Ill. lightweight who is to fight
Tommy Dauforth in Arkansas tomorrow morn
ing, lett last night for Memphis. He was acs
companied by Hugh and John McManus, who
trained hum, and delegation of ST. Louisans
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09

BRUSSELS, November S-Jem Smith, the
English fighter, and Frank iSlavin. the Aus
tralan pugilisr, who in December last fought a
prize fight near Bruges, were each sentenced
to-day in default to one months Imprisonment.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Important Notice.

On and after tomorrow (Monday) the
Turkish baths at the Natatorium, on Du-
quesne way, will be open day and night.
This for the convenience of the public.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Tie OIympics Victorious.

SPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DISPATCH:
SING SING, n. Y, November S.-The
Olympics, of St Johns School. played an exci:-
ing game or football here this afternoon with
Ihe Columbia Freshmen. Tatum, Douglass
and Drake played an excellent game. Score:
Olympics. 10; Columbias, 4.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
FIGHTING AGAINST DIPHTHERIA.

Youngstown Alarmed by an Epidemic of
the Dread Disease.
ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPATcH.l
YOUNGSTOWN. November 8-The health
officers were notified this afternoon that an
epidemic of diphtheria was prevalent in Hasel-
ton, a suburb of the city, three children in the
family of Patrick Flynn having died with it.
every effort is being made to isolate and stop
the dread disease.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
DARK DEEDS SUSPECTED.
TRANCE Disappearance of a Young Welsh
man at Beaver Falls.

StrahLse- disappearance OF q Young WeISh-
man at Beaver Falls.
ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPATcH.:
BEAVER FALLS. November S-John Jones,
a young Welshman of exemplary habits, en-
ployed in the Metric Metal Works in this
place, has been missing since Thursday evening
last. lie took part in the Democratic demon
stratiou and has not been seen since. Notrace
of him can be found.
The missing man is aged 90 years, feet
inches tall, weighed 15O pounds, smooth face.
light complexion, light brown hair and blue
eyes. He was dressed in an astrakhan sack coat,
blue barred pants and vest and derby hat. His
friends fear foul play.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
THE RECORDS UNBRoKEN.
'alo Alto, stambouI and sunol Fail to Beat

Palo Alto, Stamboul and Sunol Fail to Beat
Their Own Time.
SAN FRANCISCO, November s-Palo Alto
(2:l21a), stamboul t2Ii7I) and Sunol (2l01D
were each sent mile against time at the Bay
district track to-day. but failed to lower their
records, Palo Alto making a mile IN 2I4z.
Stamboul was given two trials. ana trorted the
first in 2:l3 and the second in 2:lSZ.
In the first trial the three-Quarter post was
passed in the fast time of l:S9, but the stallion
trotted her mile in 2:l21S. The weather and
track were good.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
The Greeusburrs Defeated.

ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DTsPATcH.I
GBEESsBURG, November S.-The Kiski-
minetas school defeated the Greensburg foot
ball eleven by a score of "a to 4. Whitla and
Piumer were injured during the game. but not
seriOusly.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09

the upper story and ransacked them all.
Among others he secured handsome gold
watch and chain belongIng'to the lady. There
is not the slightest clew.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
LEFT NO CLEw BEHIND.

Another Robbery Committed by Thieves
Who Are Infesting McKeesport.
ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DtsPATcH.,
MCKEEspoRT, November S.-Thieves are
still at large in this town and vicinity. The
latest robbery comes from Reynoldton. and
Mrs. Robert Kelly, who conducts a boarding
house there, is the loser.
some unknown man entered the rooms on
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
HE BOUGHT CUT PITTsBURaERs.
Stock in the Bedford Springs Company
Secured From Local Men.

Secured From Local Men.
ESPECIAL TEL EGRAM TO THE DIsPATcH.i
BEDFORD, Pa. November ST.. 3. Doty,
one of the stockholders of the Bedford Springs
Company, arrived home to-day from Pittsburg,
where he had been In the interest of Phila-
delphia syndicate to buy out some of the Pitts
burgers who hold big block of stock in the
Springs Company.
Mr.. Dety succeeded in securing the stock
held by j. Willis Dalzelly L. w. Dalzell, J. W.
Bailey and Jesse Llppincott. The new CON-
pany was reorganized to-day, and decided on
extensive improvements.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Detroit,

The home team was not as strong probably as
II might have been. AT times there was lit
tie loose play by the half backs but generally
speaking tho home players did very well after
the nrst 20 minutes. Valentine and Fry played
very well, although the latter missed the ball
once n critical stage. Professor Gault was
referee and Mr.. L. Robinson was umpire. The
l&tter gentleman, however. resigned his posi-
ZION owing to the boisterous insults of the Wis
lUors. Mr.. Morgan replaced Mr. Robinson.
The contest started at $50, the Athletics hav-
eng the ball They soon gained ten yards but
that was speedily lost by SLOW work on the part
of McCord. Thompson then made most dar-
ing attempt to break clean through Detroit's
line and gained fully % yards amid cheers
The visitors then braced up and got the ball
BY determined rush they gained o5 yards
getting within few yards of the Athletics
goal The Athletics then secured the ball and
10y gallant run Paxton gained Is yards, but
the Detrolts made another desperate effort
and forced the contest by their rushing
ard by yard they rushed nearer their oppO-
nents goal entirely by the V tactics and finally
touch down. Warren followed with a goal
EicE. making total OF g. Play had lasted %
minutes. During the balance of the first half
The home players had all the best of it. The
now better than it had been and
they got the ball within two yards OF Detroits'
goal Here long wraDgie took place which
caused Umpire Robinson to retire from the
contest Detroit had the ball. and the referee
because OF foul play on the part of the visitors
ordered it to the home team. Hence the kick
Finally plav was resumed and Valentine soon
made a touchdown. Fry subsequently kicking
goal, ueinC the score.
The second half was q desperate struggle
neither side scoring. 1t was noteworthy for
scrlmmages and rushing. and when time was
called the ball was about in the center of the
grounds. None of the players were disabled
but many Of them were badly scratched and cut.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
a GREAT CONTEST.
Princeton Defeats Pennsylvania by Only Six
Points After Struggle.

ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DISPATCH.
PHILADELPHIA. November s. - Pennsvl-
vania, Q; Princeton. G, and that made within
two minutes of the first half. Both halves
lasted IS minutes and the fray was the fiercest
ana most inspiring ever seen in the Quaker
CITY.
len thousand people witnessed the game and
fOr squares away could be heard the rolling
sissing vocal roar. Princeton expected to score
from p to 80 points and is thankful tonight
that she was not beaten. She should have
been and even she will admit that she should
have been tied. Camp and Thayer carried Oft
tke honOrs of the game.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
FAR PAST ONE HUNDRED.
Death of a CoIored Woman in West Vir-
ginia, Aged LA Years.
,GRAM TO THE DISPATCH,

MoUNDSvILLE. w. VA, November. S.-Mrs.
Mary Kent, colored woman of this place,
died at her home in this city, aged ia years.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09

IRON MOULpERS NO. 46, J. NJ U OF ".
A, to attend a special meeting at their hall,
Moorhead building, Grant street and Second
avenue,
AT 2P. NJ. SHARP TO-DAY.
Business of Importance noq-I18
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
BURNED WHILE CELEBRATING.
Two Enthusiasts Badly Injured in Coal Oil
Explosion at Huntingdon,

ESPECIAL TELEGRAM 70 THE DIsPATcH.l
HUNTINGDON, November S-While assisting
in the Democratic jubilee in this place tonight
John and Harry Winters. sons of Thomas
Winters, were dreadfully burned about their
heads by the explosion of coal oil barrel.
Both will lose their eyesight.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-11-09
Cornell Wins Against Bucknen.

ESPECIAL TELEGKAN TO THE DIsPArcR.f
ITHACA, November GA Bell-played and
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1890-07-12

SENATOR German is now the re-
gularly authorized leader OF the
Democrats in the House as we'll as
in the Senate. In view Of the i'm.
portance or rather absolute necessity
Of united and concerted action in
both houses in regard to the federal
election bill, the river and harbol
bill and other measures, the Demo.
Gratis decided that they ought to
have leader with authority to di.
rect all movements, and Senator
German was chosen. Every STEP
taken by the Democrats is in pur,
suauce Of his advice. This is very
unusual compliment, as it is equiva
lent to a vote Of the highest conf
dence.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1890-07-12
FURNISHING GOODS.

Having personal charge of this depart,
ment, 1 Invite my Annapolis friends and
Others when In the city to call and inspect
our large stock, feeling assured that / can
offer them greater inducement than any
other House. J. r. JEWELL.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1890-07-12

In connection with this establishment is
the GLOBE STEAM La UNDRY, ROBT.
BELLS, l02 Main Street, Agent for Anna
polls, where all information will be given. AS
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1890-07-12

THE July numb Der of the North
American Review contains scath-
ing criticism of Speaker Reeds
famous rule Nv. by which the
speaker is authorized to count from
members a voting quorum whenever
be pleases. The article is entitled
"Speaker Reeds Error" and is said
By those who are in a position to
know the facts to have been written
by Secretary Blame and to have reach
ed the Reviee through Stephen B.
Elkins.
The writer shows that Rule XIV.
is in direct conflict with Rule VIII,
is against all parliamentary prece-
dents in both English and America,
and is IN clear violation Of the Don.
stitutioD; we advise our readers to
procure a copy Of the North Amer,
lean Rsriew and read the article fol
themselves.