YWSHT,THE 1883, BY THB SPORTINO Lnnt PUBLISHIITO Co. SPORTING LIFE."^^^"^^ ~"^^- ^^^~ -^im-w^f W EarmtBp AT POST OCTIOB AT PHILADELPHIA AB BECO* D CLASS MATTER. VOLUME 2. NUMBER 25. PHILADELPHIA AND NEW YORK, APRIL 2, 1884. PRICE, FIVE CENT!?. jame for the championship, but I had to decline then on account of my foreign engagement. Re­ age. Henry Larkln, of last year's Active Club is THE SPORTING LIFE. cently Mr. Troescher called on Slosson and offered BASE BALL. a second baseman and good general fielder. He is FROM BALTIMORE. to back me agaiast him for a match for $5,000 a side J M nis;h ttnd we'8hs 1751bs; a strong batter. PUBLISHED WEEKLY 5>Iosson knows where I am, and if he means busi­ These three are excellent substitutes to call upon A New PlayerfortheMonnmeBtals Amateur ness he can easily find me. If he will do business Items of General Interest About CInbs In times of necessity. "Sadie" Houck, the new Prlggishness Players AT m a business-like manner ho will find me a very and Bhortstop, Is a native of Washington, where he Report, Etc. easy man to do business with. I, holding the Players. nnt came into prominence on the famous Correspondence SPOBTIHQ LIFE. No. 2O2 South Ninth Street, Philada. championship, have a right to name the battle- National Club. He played last year with the BAI/HMOBE, March 28. Never before i« "round, but I will waive that and play in Chicago Detroit Club. He is 28 years of age, 6ft 7in 'lesson's home." ;his city in the history of the game has such AND Games to be Played This Week. high and weighs 1551bs. Charfes Hllsey one of the new pitchers, Is a Phlladelphian and nterest been manifested in base ball. No. 23 Park April 1, Phila. Reds and Whites, at Phila. made quite a reputation on the Werntz Club. He Bow, New York. End of the Philadelphia Pool Tournament. 1. Providence vs. Hampton, at Hampton Va made his debut as a professional last season by Oriole, Union and Monumental parks are (DR. WILLIAM XOBRISON, New York Agent.) On Saturday evening Pollard defeated Lucas by 2. Phila. Heds and Whites, at Phila. ' pitching three games for the Philadelphia Club 2, Providence vs. Hampton, at Hampton, Va against the Chicago giants, who found him a hard thronged with visitors every pleasant day. 11 to 6. Both men played excellent pool in several 2. Boston vs. Reserves, at Boston. To judge by present appearances the-outlook FOREIGN OFFICE : instances, Pollard having to clear the table before 3. Phila. Reds and Whites, at Phila to managers is an encouraging one and they No. 1 Scott's Yard, Cannon St., London, E. C. winning. On Monday evening the tie 3, Dartmouth Collage vs. Hartford. between 3, Prov. vs. Virginia, seem to feel justified in assuming hearr ex­ (F. X. GRIFFITH, Resident Correspondent.) Cooney and Kelly for third and fourth prizes was at Richmond, Va. ------.. . -- --«»». vuu younir pense in ntllng up grounds and building* The played off, Cooney winning by 11 to 9. Summary. 3 (A.M., P.M.), Boston vs. "Mets," at Boston. man and comes from Chicago. His experience has 4, Prov. vs. Virginia, at Richmond, Va. been confined to amateur clubs. Near the close of lands and wood-work at Union Park are of in Cooney...... 01010111100101000111 li 4, Phila. Reds and Whites, at Phila last season he applied to Manager O'Leary of the unusually snbstantial character, perhaps M mora Kelly...... 10101000011010111000 9 cost than l» absolutely necessary, and Illustrates TERMS. Two dollars and fifty cents a year 4. Boston vs. "Mets," at Boston. Indianapolis Club for a trial. O'Leary attempted that somebody connected with that venture Is strictly in advance. Single copies, five cents. This gave Cooney $35 for third prize and KeJly 5. Athletic vs. Yale, at Phila. to make a -guy1' of him by putting him on a possessed of more than the average nerve Tb« Postage free in the United States. $20 for fourth. 5. Phila. Whites vs. Trenton, at Phila. picked nine against the regular Indianapolis changes at Oriole Park are about completed' and CORRESPONDENCE on sporting topics, from any It is expected a grand pool tournament for the 6. Phila. Reds vs. Princeton, at Prlnceton. team. The result was a stunning surprise to display a v»st Improvement over last year'* ar­ section of the City, State or country, solicited. expert players will commence the latter end of this 6, Prov. vs. Virginia, at Richmond, Va. O Leary and a complete victory for the young rangement. The grand stand has a Kth-t month. The probable players will be Malone, 6, New York vs. "Mets," at New York. man, who struck out eighteen of the "terrors" and lltta.ftfl.Tlt. firmAn run/in a nNational League sprang into existence in 1876 those noisy, gymnastic, frisky dogs eternally di­ conveniences necessary to a good ball ground. viding his time between a> Idiotic dents, to insure insertion, should be mailed so as tournament say the Brunswick & Balke Monarch interest in the game was at a low ebb in Fifteen players have been engaged. Sam Weaver race after an to reach us by 6 p. M., Saturday, as cushions are the best yet Introduced to this public. imaginary fiea on the end of his tail and makinir this paper fact, was almost dead. This lamentable state of will pitch and Fergy Malone will catch. Henry sudden and threatening darts at the sub-cellar of _goes George F. Slosson did a business of nearly $1,000 affairs was owing to the bad repute into which the Luff, of last year's Eclipse Club; Wm. Hoover, of TO PRESS EVERY SATURDAY the small boys' pants, but was a solemn, dignified EVENING. the first week ending March 22, at his new Chicago game, on account of the dishonorable conduct of the Reading Actives, and John McCormick, of the old fellow, whose countenance seemed to appeal room. At the opening, March 15, the receipts many players and the laxity in the management of Baltimore Club, will guard the bases; Wm. Goer, directly to one's soul to make no discrimination on were $300 or thereabouts. the different clubs, had fallen. Public confidence of the Brooklyn Club, will play at short; Wm. account of color or previous condition; one who> All Checks, Drafts, in its integrity no longer existed, and such clubs as Klnzel and perhaps Levl Mejerle will play in the Money Orders and Remittance! Boston notes: Lon Shaw had a large audience did exist were kept appeared to have a mission to perform and was CTtwt be made payable to the order of at an exhibition in Frank Newton's room on March alive at the expense of the few outfield. The above are all old players of National come to fulfil it, and whoso abbreviated appendage persons directly interested in them. They received reputation and their records are already familiar wagged an apologetic gesture, deprecating ad­ 24. He also played a straight rail discount game little or no countenance from the public. to the public. Quite a number of new men to for­ The Sporting Life Publishing Company. of SCO points with John Morse, ia which he beat On this crumbling fabric verse judgment generally. On throe occasions, It the latter 63 points. Shaw's highest rur was 74; the magnificent struc­ tune and to fame unknown have, however, been Is remembered, the Bultlmores seemed to be hope­ Morse ran 55. ture of the National League was reared; out of its engaged. Jas. Flynn and Wm. Sullivan are a lessly behind when this canine (don't shoot) rein­ PHILADELPHIA AND NEW YORK, APRIL 2. ashes, so to1 speak, the splendid institution of to­ change battery. They come from Providence, forcement ambled across the field. In spite of all The last series of games of a billiard tournament day, phoenix-like, arose. All the bad elements in where they are highly spoken of. Each is six feet efforts to turn him aside. between St. Mark's and St. Timothy's Working- the game were rooted out; At ones, In all the In­ dishonorable players high and about 24 years of age. J. E. Rochle and stances, tno iiaitirnoros cut out a piece ofol work: The bona flde Circulation of "THE men's clubs, of Philadelphia, was played March 25 were put to one side; managers known to have no Thos. Gillen are another battery. The former comes with the stick that Irresistibly landed them tha at the St. Mark's club rooms, Seventeenth and scruples as to what was right or what was wrong from Meadvllle, Pa., stands 5 feet 9>< Inches winners. From whence he came and to what place SPORTING LIFE" is 2O.OOO Kater streets. St. Timothy's won by four points received no recognition. A new order of things high and weighs 1751bs., and Is 23 years of age. disappeared was a mystery. By some ha was after a close contest. prevailed. "Reform" was the watchword and it He is known as a good amateur pitcher. Gillen christened the phantom barque (won't do It again) copies weekly. An amateur championship tournament is to be­ was not only preached, but practiced. In Its in­ caught last year for the Thurlow Club, of Cheater, ashewas supposed to be a relic of the Flylmr gin April 1 at the \V oodrufl House rooms, Chicago. fancy the League had a hard battle for life, but Pa., and made quite a reputation. He is 19 year* Dutchman; by others, the ghost of the mascot or Circulates in the folio-wing States: New York, The entries closed March 28. Cushion caroms and the>battle was waged fearlessly, honestly and was old, stands 5ft. 8ln. and weighs ItiOlbs. The other antidote for the base ball goose. Whatever he was the champion's game aro to be played, 150 points finally won. The public once more felt an Interest new men are: John MoLaughlin, a Canadian clog or devil we hope to welcome him for the Pennsylvaaia, New Jersey, Connecticut. each, and the prizes are.a gold emblem and cash in the truly representative American game, testi­ catcher and inflelder, who is said to bo the best season of'84. for second and third. fied that Interest by its patronage of the different player In the provinces; John J. Guinness, a first The Monumentals have secured the services of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine, New contests and to this day has not withdrawn It. It baseman and general fielder from Blnghampton, An injunction against the United States Stand' T. H. Smith, formerly of the Maple Leafs and also Hampshire, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, may be truly said that base ball to-day stand! in N. Y.; and John Patterson, a local player of con­ of the Stars, of Syracuse. Ho Is said to be a fine ard Billiard Table Company, which has been in the front rank of American sports and as far as can siderable reputation among amateurs. The play- force for some time, prohibiting them from outfielder and excels as a base runner. He has Georgia, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, doing be seen will never yield that supremacy to any Ing season will be opened in April in a game played under the eye of Manager Spence, who business, and which was gotten out by M. de Gae- other sport and win ever, as it is now, be conducted with the Young America Club. The champion- Kentucky, and in Canada. tano, one of the stockholders, considers this a decided acquisition. This will was dissolved by on honest, legitimate principles. »hio season opens with the Boston 17,18,19 and 21, give the Monumentals a complete field without Judge Van Brunt, in the New York Supremo Court, As Is well known, the two leading base ball as­ followed by Baltimore 23, 24, 25 and 26, after drawing on the material In the batteries. equity term, March 24. sociations ol the country are the National League which the club starts on Its first trip. The following communication explains Itself; Schaefer, Sexton, Wallace, Harvey Ubert, G. with eight clubs and the American Association The presence of these three clubs Insures a very Newland and Schaefer's Shadow, "Big John," of with twelve clubs, the former being the older. lively season In this vicinity. Exclusive of exhi­ BALTIMORK, March 27. MR. H. L. SPBNCB BILLIARDS. Then there bition games, Manager Monumental B. B. O. Dear Sir:—At a Third avenue, by invitation, visited the Windsor are the Eastern League with eight there will be played on the Athletic meeting of the Johns Hopkins University Ath­ Club at the corner of Division and Leo avenues, clubs, the Northwestern League with twelve clubs grounds 55 championship games; on the 1'hlla- letic Association Williamsburgh on the evening of March 21. Sex­ and the Union Association, also with eight clubi, el phla grounds, 56 games, and on the Keystone It was resolved not to allow the which base ball club to play games with professionals. I Facts and Fancies Concerning the "Gentle­ ton defeated Schaofer at balk-tine billiard?, and a has just been formed. Besides these five grounds, 56 games; a total of 167 championship very much regret to say that this action prevent* four-handed game at three-cushion caroms resulted organizations, which have a total membership of games. me from man's dame." In a victory for Schaefer and Sexton over Wallace forty-eight clubs, employing fully 800 players, there « . arranging any irame with your club. and Newiand. are any number of State associations with just as Kespeotfully, W. B.CANFimLn. THK PROVIDENCE CLUB. What is the matter with these How reliable the Philadelphia correspondent of large a membership andjuitas large a clientele of people? "Pro- AfiOTBKK ni*»*.T.mraKr tie New York players. Never be/ore In the history of base ball fessionals," Indeed .' Why, professifonal ManagerI Clipper is may be judged by the have there existed so many association! and clubi The April Programme The Portsmouth Spence, who plays third base, might give them " ' tournament 'jj [WWifc . odds and then possibly discount them in a oompetl- Blouon Iirrtt** ScbMfer to COnHMt 'for tb*' ph.a, onaaflrtHnoai TiAt wereffisttfp"' weife.(uTTrivet sport, and Uils *',. ices.'..* vol-xtuM for tHui intvrast TTTO TTyt.n~»»j.*i» n ii jfl»« Broad grounds of a t««U- persons present tne two players of that afternoon's ThW"l»*to'vrtug letter from the1 able man­ Bloal education BaLk-line Championship. games and the waiter. Tnls is possibly an exag­ that the public feels in it. Financially, too, the or K*S5« Infermatlon. geration, but season promises to be a great success, as the at­ ager ot the Providence Club will be found of A large proportion of all the players of the three Slosson's double challenge to Schaefer and the tournament has not been an in­ tendance, which last year was immense, will cer­ clubs are now In town and the balance will report tense success." This is on a par with all that pa­ interest: by the close Sexton published in our last iasue did not per's "news." The tournament was an unqualified tainly not be less and may be largely increased, of next week, probably. Joe Sommer success, financially, despite the number of new clubs. The new clubs PKOVIDBNCK, March 27. The Providence Is here looking very much as though he could buit meet with favor. Mr. Troeacher, of the and Messrs. Byrne & Stock will no doubt enlarge the circle of patrons and Club will take the field April 1 anil play the cover off a Hoach ball with one whack and will bear out our assertion. perhaps bring people to the grounds who never the following games In that month, weather something to spare. Both Sweeney and Fuaiel- Brunswick & Balke Co., stated authorita­ George Stone, of Dallas, Texas, defeated Wir came before. All in all the prospects are glorious. permitting: Hampton, Va,, 1, 2; Richmond, 3, 4, 6; haclc, of the Unions, promise to report next week liam Catton, of St. Louis, in a match tively early in the week that Schaefer would at unlimited THE LOCAL SBA8ON. Washington, 7, 8, 9; Baltimore, 10, 11, 12; Lancas­ Traffiey, by his quiet, gentlemanlyliablU and win­ rail, played in the White Elephant, at Fort Here In Philadelphia the season will be a busy ter, 14; Wlluilngton, 16; Trenton, 16; Heading, 17; ning manner.-, it gaining friends. After observing- not agree to Slosson's terms; that he (Jacob) Worth, Texas, on the evening of March 21, 1,000 and, let us hope, a profitable one. The first to play Harrlsburg. 18; Brooklyn, 19, 21, 22; Metropolitans, the work of Macullar in practice, people are be­ wished to play for the balk-line championship and points up, Stone receiving the odds of discount, championship games will be the Keystone Club, of 23, 24, 26; Yales, 21!; Browns, in Providencv 28, 29; ginning to reallie that he will be an excellent emblem, as the latter would expire by limitation for $500 a side. Stone won by a score of 1,000 to the Union Association, whose sea.sou begins April NewBedfords at New Bedford, 30. Sweeney and short stop. This is not his first season in that April 0. Schaefer subsequently gare his opinion 678 Catton made three runs of over 100 peinta, 17. May 1 the regular championship season will Dennyjoln the team at Hampton, Hlnes at Balti­ position, at many seem to take for granted. He of the matter, wLich was substantially that be but Stone playing steadily all through, scored a begin of the Philadelphia and Athletic clubs, more March 31, and all hands are in good condi­ has done good service there In the pait. would not accept Sicsson's challenge. He said success, landing about $4,000 for his backers. members respectively of the League and American tion to commence playing. Kail ford, p.; Murray, York and Clinton seem to be gaining their old- that when he sailed for Europe Slosson intimated There was a large audience present and the bet­ Association. Prior to that, however, there will be o.; Start, lb.; Farrell, 2b.; Denney. 3b.; Irwln, ss.; time cunning in manipulating the frisky- to him that he was going away to avoid a meeting ting was fast and furious, At 12:30 A. M. the many exhibition games. The Philadelphia Club, Carroll, If.; Hines, cf.; Swoeney, rf. then alter­ fly. Trott does not seem to need practice. He) for the balk-line championship, and would score stood: Stone, 511; Catton, 229. The game an extended account of whose material, both new nating Sweeney and Nava and Hadbourne and Oil- taices them In with ease and apparently without remain away until the emblem died in was not finished until 5 A. M. Leo Magnus, of St. and old, was given in these columns a couple of ligan as the batteries In the succeeding games. effort. He Is a finely put-up specimen of a man bis hands by limitation. He told Slosson then Louis, was referee. weeks ago, begins the season, weather permitting, I received a letter recently from the secre­ and we fear the effect on the ladles' end of the that he would remain and play him, but previous on Tuesday with a game between the whites and tary of the Portsmouth. Va., Club Inform­ grand stand. It Is expected all the females will ing me that be opened the season with the softly sing "When I beheld thy manly form," eto.. engagements could not be postponed. He had CRICKET. Reds, which will be continued until Saturday, come back now purposely to entertain a chal­ when the Trenton Club puts in an appearance to Union Nationals, of Washington, April 7 and 8, etc. Emslle and Henderson are doing superbly. lenge for either $2 500 or $6.000 a side if the usual contest with the Whites, while the Reds will visit and would play us later in the season. I Immedi­ Standing near and watching their work creates live-hundred-dollar stake is not large enough. Interesting Items For Lovers of the English Frlnceton to play the college nine ately called his attention to the fact that his play- wonder at their ever being hit except by a scratch. in that place. Ing the above-named When you think the ball Is going there It don't do> Schaefer concludes: "I will not play the matches National Game. On April*and 12 they will play the Athletic and Union club would debar Slosson has lately challenged me to unless he on the loth and llth the Bay City Club, of Bay the Portsmouth team from playing any team, a it by a long tight. All the patrons are anxiously first challenges me for the balk-line champioir- The Young America Cricket Club will give a City, Mioh. Then follow games with the Athletic, party to the National Agreement, during the sea­ awaiting the appearance of the Jumbo and LeadT- ahip, which I hold, and which he has all along club dinner at the Bellevue, on April 19. Trenton, Lancaster, Active, of Reading, Alien- son, and would therefore say we do not nor cannot llle batteries. T. T. T. pretended to be desirous of playing me W G. Grace, the celebrated town, Quickstep, play in Portsmouth, or any other city whose team for. I English cricketer, etc. The schedule of games to be plays a Union will waive my right as champion to name the has been seriously ill, but he is now recovering. played abroad is as follows: April 7, Trenton, at club during the coming season, and OFFICIAL NOTICES place where the match shall take place, and will Trenton; April 8, Hartville, at Hartvllle Park; would call the attention of all clubs having date) The Philadelphia cricketers who are to visit with Providence to that fact, as we do not care to jrive him the choice. I understand he prefers England are hard at work preparing for the fray, April 9, Sornmer. at West Philadelphia; April 10, Chicago, having recently located there." 11; Virginia, at Richmond; April 12, Lancaster, at break any rules or agreements made by the arbi­ Sent out by the Secretaries of the Different The Musical Social Cricket Club, a New York or­ tration committee, believing them to be right and ANOTHBB CHAIXBNQB. Lancaster; April 14, Trenton, at Trenton; April 17, Associations. ganization recently incorporated and composed of Brooklyn, at Brooklyn; April 18, Domestic, at just and tending to protect and elevate the came This of course was conveyed to Slosson and the over a hundred musicians, held a very pleasant re­ Newark; April 19, Quickstep, at Wllmtnifton; of base ball. "A word to the wise Is sufficient." Secretary N. E. Young, of the National result was that on Thursday, 27th, Tom Foley, in union at the club room March 24. April 21, Lancaster, at Lancaster; April VI, Harris- Providence starts off this season with a team that League, sends us this: behalf of Slosson, issued a formal challenge to burg, at Harrishurg; has worked together, without exception, a whole WASHINOTOK, D. Schaefer for a match for the balk-line emblem ac­ Isaac Chambers, one of the Nottingham colts of April 23, Allentown, at Alien- season and are no experimental nine, and their C., March 27. Dear Sir: 1883 goes to the Longwood Club, of Boston, to town; April 24 and 25, Baltimore, at Baltimore; perfect Frank Hankinson has signed contract with the cording to the championship rules and posted his whom he was highly recommended by George April 26, Active, at Reading; April 28, Ironsides, familiarity with each ether's New York Club for 1884. The following named forfeit of $250 with the stakeholder named in the work should enable them to do business from the layers have signed contracts with the Boston rules. The challenge imposes no conditions, but Lane, the Staten Island Club's professional. at Lancaster. start this season and, barring accidents, I shall be B. In a cricket match in Australia, The Athletic Club enters the field stronger than -I. Association for the season of 1884, vlr.: Burpeo suggests that the game be played in Chicago with­ Hotbam vs. Mel­ ever, notwithstanding all talk to the contrary. greatly disappointed If they don't take a leading Belyea, Daniel Sullivan, Frank B. Skelton, T. P. in « days from date. Schaefer is known to favor bourne, the former were at the wickets all day. Many paragraphs position in May. It is unnecessary to flourish any O'Gonnor, Ralph Josselyn, Wm. F. Engle Ohlcago and will probably consent to play soon and one of their number, Bruce by name, scored have appeared In the paper! trumpets or make any loud statements of what we an* 328 (not out). from time to time giving the opinion of this, that Peter H. Duffley. after May 1. Slosson privately expresses a pref­ He is not included in the team and the other prominent base ball man as to the Intend doing. I prefer to let the work speak for erence for the 10-inch line instead of the 8-inch, going to England. outcome of the American Association champion­ itself. Every man in the team is a clear-headed, Secretary "Wheeler Wikoff, of the Ameri­ but will leave Schaefer free to decide the matter. Alfred Shaw writes from England: "As yet it Is ship contest, and in nearly every case the senti­ sensible person, knows what is expected of him can Association, sends us the following ~_ iZ. . ._. -T__I.__—— A c?~t. n ..fa- tn T*!O v Klnnonn not decided whether our team to visit Australia ment has been that the right would lie between the and his habits and, while not believing anyone notice. will go via America or not. The eleven we have St Louis, Cincinnati, Metropolitan and Athletic will jeapordlze the interests of his club bv any COLOHBCB. March 28. Dear Sir: I have ap­ selected to go will be composed of the very best Club in the order named. They have been placed careless indiscretions, I shall impose such rules a> proved the following; contracts: Allegheny wittt and has deposited a forfeit of $260 in Chicago, the amateur and professional talent will work to the mutual Interests of both the John J. Carroll and W. in England." thus by these "experts" because of the relative player and association and guarantee not to re­ J. Butler. name to take place in Chicago about twenty days At the annual meeting of the strengthening of the teams. Looked at In thii Ifter the balk-line contest. Slosssn has received Newark Cricket quire anyone to do that which I decline doing my- Secretary Piddlebock, of the Eastern Club recently held in Newark, N. J., the election light It is difficult to understand why the Athletlci self, believing that in harmony, temperate habits League, writes positive assurance from New York that if he plays resulted as follows: should by universal consent, be accorded no us as follows: Schaefer for the balk-line emblem Schaefer will J. Wilson Smyth, president; and an Interest of the club at heart there it PHILADELPHIA, March 24. Fir:—I have ap­ - ^ -*- ~ ~hampions' style of game. T B Peddle, John Illlngsworth, Benjamin Atha higher place than third or fourth. St. Louis is not strength. ___ F. C. BANCROFT. proved contracts of and 'Albert J. Headley, a particle stronger than It was at the conclusion of the Active Club, of Reading, le doubt that the two vice presidents; John with John Grady and the Harrlsburg Club wltb. Potnier, treasurer; Wm. K. Williams, secretary. the teason of 1883, but rather weakened by the de­ Edward M. Dailey. William Brewster has been re-engaged as profes­ sertion of Mullane, who will be succeeded by THE OHIO LEAGUE. in tnis aonnecuuu ^despatch from Chicago says: sional for the season. O'Nell, a pitcher not the equal of Mullane in any Jas. D. Landis, Secretary of the Keystone "It is only within the last day or two thatfclosson The Schedule Prepared A New Secretary Association, sends us this: has done any practicing at the balk-line billiards, A club of youthful cricketers has been organized LAKCASTBB, March 28. Editor SPORTIHO Lrrs: hut he is already playing in good form. In^prac- in Philadelphia under the title of Philadelphia Elected. I have received notice tlce recently at the 8-Inch Juniors and it is their intention to play similar or­ of the engagement of tha line he made runs of 200, ganizations in Harrlsburg, of Joe Sommers, who, however, was superior as a The schedule meeting of the Ohio League, following players: Chambersburi Fred Melby. 273 and 305. He thinks he will improve steadily Altoona and Pittsburg. bate runner an important consideration. The H. Kollins, D. Keiter, B. Canti, Ed Sales, Kr»nk. henceforward and that Schaefer will The team consists of F. Waldes^ S. G/Thayer, Nor­ Metropolitan in session two days at Portsmouth, O., hag have to aver ton Downs, George Club will also present the same team Foulkrod. Lewis Baker, C. N. Eaton, F. S. Decker. age at least 60 to win." Pepper, E. H. Hance, Jr., G. as last season, when It could not reach a adopted the schedule below. "W. C. Cooper, C. Henclnger. Lancaster Wlllard A. Holland. Frazier, Frank Ralston, G. Patterson, C. Coatei, higher place than fourth True, the club John M. Smith. HOTKS. Walter Scott, A. Thomson and R. L. Butter. gained ground towards the close of the season by of Portsmouth, was elected secretary of the Sexton intended to issue a challenge to Schaefer The Underbill Cricket Club, of Brooklyn, held Improved play all around, but even the form the» association. Secretary S. G. Morton, of the North­ for the balk-line championship had net »l°Bs°n Its yearly spring meeting on Wednesday last. A ihown if Kept un all through the season, would western League, sends us this: concluded to do so. Sext»n was determined_th£t large attendance of members elected the following hardly have carried the club any higher than third CHICAGO, March 28. Dear Sir: I have this day Schaefer should have at least one battle for t»e officers for the ensuing year:-Mr. John CHllott, nlaoe Now the Athletic Club presents nearly the approved the following contracts: St. Paul with trophy emblematic of the balk-line championship president; Mr. W. Flinders, vice .president; Mr. same team as last season. It will positively be M and P M ), Sept. 1,27; Portsmouth, May 14, 15, W. R. Wilmot and F. C. Olln; Qulnoy with D. J. before that emblem became the personal property Alfred W. Findly, treasurer; Mr. Henry Maxfield, «tren«thened in one direction and may be 31, June 27,28. July 18,19, Aug. 23, Sept. 8, 9; Iron- Corooran and Frank Spill; Milwaukee with Antoa of Schaefer through limitation of time, one year, No. 69 Waverly avenue, Brooklyn, secretary. The weakened in another. Bradley's absence may ton May 12,13, 30 (A. M. and P. M), July 2, 3, 29, Falch. that time being due April 6,1884. treasurer announced the financial condition of the affect the succes of the olub.but it isj ust possi ble that Aug 21 Sept. 10,11. YJOU are also notified thnt Ja§. J. Donnell has Schaefer intends to go to some Western city to club to be excellent. Several new members were Hllsey or Atklsson, particularly the latter, may PORTSMOUTH At Home With Ironton, May 1. 21, been released by Minneapolis; eligible to contract open a billiard hall. He had failed to find a elected. ______lie un to the standard ol the departed Bradley. •a June 13. Aug. 1,28, 27, Sept. 2, 29, 30; Spring­ April 7. C. M. Hackett has been releaied by favorable location in New York. He thinks the If »o there will not be a weak spot in the nine. The field May 7, 8, June 8,10, July 16, 16, Aug. 8, 9, Qulncy; eligible to contract April 6. h&lk'line renular batteries will then be Matthews and Sept. 22, 23; Hamilton, May 19,20, June25, 26, Aug. name the best in the world for experts to Prize Philadelphia T. W. Johnson, Jr., Secretary of the Iron ofay There is some talk of getting up a tourna­ Dogs. Rowen; Hilsey or Atkisson and O'Brien; Stovey 5 6 Sept. 3, 4, 24, 26; Day ton, June 4, 5,18,19, July and Oil Association, sends us the following: ment Schaefer and Slosson to play with a 11-lnch Philadelphia dogs were well represented at the Strloker and Cory will guard the bases; Houck will 26, Aug. 12, 13,15, Sept. 16,18. YOUNOSTOWN, O., March 26.-I have approved talk-line and the others with an 8-lnch line. bench show play short, and Birchal, Moynahan and Knight fepBiHOFiBLD-jM Home-With Dayton, May 9, In Washington, and carried off seven of will take care of the outfield. Third base was 10, June 2, 3,13,14, the following contracts: Now Castle, with Wm. the best prizes. The winners were the following: a 24, 25. Aug, 6, Sept. 4; Hamil­ Stelnmeyeri FranWIn. with L. «3. Tally, W. E. weak spot last year until nearly half the season ton, May 21, 22, July 6, Aug. 14,16, 27,28, Sept. 2, Baker J B. McCullongh, J. H. Bohanan, Ed­ THE LATEST. -E Lever, 906 Walnut street, black-and-tan, Vor- was passed. Now it will be guarded with ability 16 17; Portsmouth, May 16,17, 30 (A. M. and p. M.), ward SlxBmlth, John Hofford, J. E. Fellls, Henry tlKlon second; E. Lever, 906 Walnut street, Airs- by Corey from the start. Moynahan's place at July 24, 25, Aug. 19, 20, Sept. 12, 13: Ironton, May Kes-ler- East Liberty, with F. K. Tomer, R. F. Jacob Sehaefer Ready to Play George short will be taken by Houck, who is a more active 14,16, July 4 (A. M. and P. M.), 30, 31, Aug. 22, 23, ROBS Patrick Grady, W. A. Kelley, H. E. dale terrier, Sir Garnet, first; W. P. Sanderson, pla/erind thoroughly familiar with all the nice Llvln- Slosson. sDire' W. E. Blair, C. B. White, James A. Thynne. West Philadelphia, Skye. Jim, first; W. P. Sander- points brought into play in his position Moyna- I$AMILTOK At Home With Dayton, June 9,10, Wm.'j. Fry; Oil City, with M. J. Carroll; Frank­ PITTSBUBG, March 29.^Tacob Schaefer, han's transfer to centre field fills that July 15, 16, 30, 31, Aug. 25, 26, Sept. 29. SO; Spring­ lin, with Dall Darling. the champion billiard player, SanWiaepBo place permanently with a good fielder. field May 2. 3, June 4, 5,18,19, Aug. 16, Sept. 18, Charles B. Power, of the Pltteburg Leader, hat who is in the firs? J Whittaker, Walnut street, 'black-and-tan, clever base runner and hard bitter, 19 26; Portsmouth, May 12,13, June 80, July 1, 21, been appointed an umpire of the Iron and Oil city giving a series of exhibitions, was asked HHiiiir.tfln.t-W R Knight, pug bitch, Chloe, whereas last year the position was filled alter- 22 Aug 21, 22, Sept. 10,11; Ironton, May 9, 10, 31, Association in place of F. S. Finney, of Youngi- frVt Th'e pug Chloe, for which $400 has been nately by catchers, pitchers and substitutes, the July 26, 28, Aug. 19. 20, Sept. 12.13,16. town, O., resigned. what he proposed doing about the challenge offered andPrefuseV<< one of the best-bred pugs,In former of whom were sometimes hardly in condi­ IROHTON At Home With Dayton, June. 8, 7, 20, . .. i of George Slosson issued Thursday. In reply the country, and the kennel of the owner, Mr. tion to play. In the team thus placed there is 21 July 24, 25, Aug. 14,16, Sept. 19, 20; Springfield, Knight, ISSl'Bainbridge street, contains one of the secured an increased batting mi ba«e-running May 6, 6, June 11,12, July 18,19, Aug. 11, 12, Sept. Additional Hanagerf. he »»id that when Slosson issues » "p1" oercentage-two factors whick last year won for 24 26: Hamilton. May 16,17, June 27, 28, Aug. 8, 9, In our list of managers last week we omitted tho«« finest lots of pugs anywhere. {he olubthe pennant. Besides the regulars noted Sent 5 6 22, 23; Portsmouth, May 3, 23, 24, Juns of the Fort Wayne, Bay City.Stillwater, Mugkegon above the club has an excellent list of strong 14, July 6, Aug. 2, 29, 30, Sept. 26. 27. and St. Paul clubs of the Northwestern League, players as a reserve to draw upon in case of acci­ because they were not known to us. Since then In Massachusetts soap-bubble parties are all the dent etc Bob Blakiaton has wa rage These parties are held In the skating rinks been connected with THIS Foley Club will open the season with PraU*» hare received the information from Secretary Mor­ thJolubou for two seasons,, and Philadelphlans are ton that Max Nirdlmger manages Fort l!eVery town nowadays has a skating rink or already familiar with Keystone club at Broad and Moore on April 5tn, Wayne;W. two-and prizes are offered for the biggest soap- his record. John Milligan and will present the following players: Gillen N. Watklns, B»y City; C. P. Gregory, StlllwaUr; . bubbles Mown. The rinks are crowded every is an excellent change catcher. He played behind A. J. Bradford, Muskegon; Robert U Hunter, St. of next month, the bat last year for the unlucky Anthracite Club Derr, Blakely, Peak, Conrey, James, Higham, T1 . tlm« and all the pretty gtrli go in for the prizei Bo ll eft. high, weighs ISOlbs. and. is 23 years o( Bedfero, Jones. PMI. with a will. THE SPORTING .April

FROM CINCINNATI. t, that this is & sort of a speculation to extort FROM ST. LOUIS. GOTHAM'S PETS. iltoher, is a resident of East St. Lonls, 111., and wenty-flve cents extra for a shady seat. They ulayed with the club at that place in 1882 and at lave struck the wrong time for that. There are The New *ork and Metropolitan Players Springfield last year. He ranked second as a A. Large Batch of Item* of Interest to Bale Base Ball and Other Sport* DUcuwed by pitcher in the Northwestern League...... W. H. ow, or will De, two other good clubs In Baltimore Getting Into Shape The New Men, etc. Balllat*. who will play Interesting games, who have grounds Our St. Lonia Correspondent. Jolgan is a neighbor of Sullivan's and supported n the city with ihndy seats at twenty-five cents, as NEW YOBK, March 28. Base ball took a him In all his professional engagements. He ranka CINCINNATI, March 28. ISditor SPOKI­ well as fifty cents, and the people of Baltimore ST. Louis, March 27. Editor SPOKTINO start last week, and from now on we may econd as a catcher. NG LIFE: The abominable weather of the will not go three or four miles In the country to sit 1,1 FE: The first game of the season came n the tun when they can stay in the city and sit off at Sportsman's Park last Sunday, about expect things to boom. All the indications THB BUFFALOS. iast few days has to a considerable extent n the shade and save car fare. point to a red-hot season in the Metropolis. nterfered with the work at both the TJnion Respectfully, LOVBH OP BASK BALL. >,000 people turning out to witness it, no ad­ The members of the New York and Metro­ Material of the Team Which will FlayaBle and American base ball grounds. A heavy mission fee being charged, it was the first politan teams made their first appearance Hand in the League Race. wind storm last Tuesday afternoon blew BEADY FOB BUSINESS. appearance of the St. Lonlg Eeserve team, toe-ether on the Polo grounds Tuesday and prac­ BUFFALO, March 26. The League schedule pitted against Walte's Pony Greys, the best local ticed for two hoars. They showed up well and down a part of the high fence on Western Schedule of the Massachusetts Association. imateur «lub. Hungler and Streuve, of last year'* re all In fine condition. There were over 300 meeting Mere has had the effect of greatly avenue at the Cincinnatis' new base ball The Massachusetts Base Ball Association Evansville nine, the Reserve team battery, made a neople assembled to witness the field practice, stimulating interest in the game, and the very favorable Impression and their excellent and the liveliest appreciation was shown. What park, which has since been repaired. None convened at the Massasoit House, Spring- work met with deserved praise on all sides. But better proof of the great Interest taken in the outlook for the coming season is nattering, of the buildings were affected. At the Cin­ ield, according to programme, March 27. .wo hits were made off Hungler, and those in the national game can be had than to see so many Season tickets are selling rapidly, and on cinnatis' park the pavilion, terrace and the .ast inning. He is quick, accurate and has a vet­ eople so early in the season assemble to see mere fhe clubs at Boston, Lynn, Salem, Worces- eran command, so to speak, of the ball. Streuve grand stand have been completed, and I have caught without an error, threw surprisingly well eld practice 7 every hand we hear bail talk, every item of no hesitancy in saying that they are the Lawrence, Waltham, Holyoke and S The New Yorke will take possession of the old news, particularly about the home team, being .0 bases, and made two slashing hits. In short, diamond at the Fifth-avenue end of the Polo finest in the country. The grading and lev­ Springfield were represented. The whole af­ Hungler and Streuve are the best pony battery irrounds. The work on the new grounds of the eagerly discussed. The general impression Is that eling, which was to have commenced on ever seen here, and that is saying a good deal. Metropolitan Club Is progressing nicely, and it is now is the time for the "Bisons" to carry off the Monday, was put back by bad weather until ternoon was occupied in making up the fol- Goldsby, the tall, spry left fielder, is considered a thought that the club will be able to take posses­ Lieague pennant.as the club will begin the season of next Tuesday. Tha contractor, however, has owing schedule: coming man, and It Is generally predicted he will sion Defore the middle of April. Meanwhile the come in f*r a few games on the regular nine. He team will practice on their last year's ground at 1884 with a much better show of winning the cham- positively pledged to have the diamond measured MAT 1, Boston at Holyoke; 2, Boston at Spring­ is a hard hitter and sure catch. Andrns, the third the west end of the field until their new grounds jlonshlp than ever before. The players are more off, turfed and rolled by next Saturday If the field; 3, Worcester at Lawrence, Springfield at baseman, is a daisy. He plays ball in a style re­ weather Is at all favorable for the work. An extra .Valthaul, Salem at Lynn; 10, Salem at Waltham, markable In similarity to Walter Latham, and at First avenue and One-hundred-and-eighth experienced men, and there are no cripples as force of men will be put on the fiist of the week Jawrence at Lynn, Springfield at Holyoke; 14, street are In readiness for them to take possession. .here were last year. Considerable fresh blood has ...... Mr. Marcus and his force of workmen have Is a sprint runner who can travel the circuit of The men of both clubs are in fine condition and jeen taken In, and there can be no lack of catchers Worcester at Vvaltham; 17. Waltham at Lynn, bases about as quickly as Nicol, Birchall, Latham the season will doubtless De opened in brilliant accomplished a great deal at the Union Park Holyoke at Springfield, Salem at Lawrence, Bos­ or any of the noted "prof." base runners. Other or pitchers. The club contest 112 games, one half during the past week. The water has entirely dis­ on at Worcester; 22, Waltham at Worcester, players of the Reserves did well, but their work style In this city April 6, when these two crack of which will be played on the home grounds. appeared from the grounds, and a week of good clubs play their first game together. An interest- Salem at Springfield; 23, Waltham at Springfield, was not important. Let me say a word here as to The list this year contains new players, some weather will put them In passable playing order, Salem at Hotjoke; 24, Waltham at Holyoke, the reserve team "idea," as some cranks delight in IDK icame, however, will doubtless be played to­ new to the club but not to the League, but It will take some time before they will pack morrow, when the New York regulars will confront and some who have just merged from Lynn at Boston, Salem at Worcester; 28, Law­ putting it. The St. Louis Reserve team was or­ their reserves In a regular match game at the Polo down and be In first-class condition for ball-play rence at Worcester; 27, Lawrence at Springfield; ganized with a view to play ball during the ab­ the amateur Into the professional worloT The new ing. The work of putting the fences and stands 28, Lawrence at Holyoke, Waltham at Boston; 30, sence of the St. Louis Club, and to this end Presl- grounds. On April 3 the Metropolitans will en­ men have been those found by the manager In the in order Is being pushed rapidly forward. The counter the League champions in two games, the travels of the club and have only been accepted on Boiton at Worcester, Lawrence at Waltham; 31, den Von derAhe got some of the best players In one in the morning and the other in the afternoon. terrace is up and will be finished by the middle of Boston at Lawrence. the West to represent the team. It has oeon seri­ account of the work they have already done. Of next week. The management are taking matters JUHB fl. Worcester at Boston; 7, Springfield at ously stated that the Reserves were gotten up and They will play again on the day following. the old players Galvln, Rowe, Brouthers, Richard­ slowly to have the work well done...... The fol­ IB conversation with President Day he expressed son, White, Force, O'Rourke and Eggler have been Waltham, Worcester at Lynn; 11, Worcester at to be run to "down" the Lucas Club, and to simply himself well pleased with the outlook. Said he: lowing Is a complete and correct list of players Lawrence; 12, Lynn at Worcester; 13, Lynn at maintain opposition to them out of pure cussed- retained. O'Rourke will again manage the team under engagement by the Cincinnati Union Club: Springfield; 14, Lynn at Holyoke, Worcester at ness. This is the whimpering of some ass, who Everything has been done that is possible to make and will participate actively in the games as left George Washington Bradley, R. L. Burns. John the season a successful one. The players have fielder and captain. Jim Galvin will do the Waltham, Lawrence at Salem; 17, Holyoke at feels sore because of the shadow of the appearance been well studied, and their weak points looked Kelley, Wm. Harbidge, Wm. Swartz, Charles Waltham, Boston at Lynn; 18, Holyoke at Salem; of a successful season of the Reserves. Any man pitching and Rowe the catching. Brouthers, Barber, Frank McLaughlin, Dan O'Leary, William 19, Holyoke at Lynn; 20, Holyoke at Lawrence; with any sense can readily see the folly and pre- after and strengthened. A first-class manager ha* the champion batsman of the League, will Alllson Hawes, Harrv W. Lawson, Edward Ken­ been engaged for the New York Club, Capt. James attend as gracefully as ever to first base. 21, Springfield at Worcester, Holyoke at Boston, posteroueness of the situation through this colored li Price, of Company H, Seventh Regiment, and I nedy, Martin Powell, John Ewing, John Nelhoff, Lawrence at Lynn, Waltham at Salem; 25, Lynn eyeglas;. Attempts at ridicule and alleged "Hardy" Richardson, that sure catcher, splen­ Chas. Sylvester, Thomas Robinson, John Hart, at Waltham, Salem at Boston, Worcester at Hol­ "funny" statements are cropping out semi-occa- think he will bring the team well up to the front, did batsman and fast runner, will cover second. Wm. Owens, R. L. Jones and William Marr...... if he does not make it the champion for 1884. We Dear old Jim White will look after the third bag, yoke; 26, Worcester at Springfield; 28, Worcester sionally by gillies, as they conveniently sign them­ liave several new men to fill the places that were Frank McLaughlin, of last year's Allegheny, who it Springfield, Waltham at Lawrence, Boston at selves. Mark It down, the St. Louis Reserve team and little Davy Force, who is a great favorite In will Dlay short stop for the Unions, arrived in town Salem. will meet with success, the rig lit business princi­ weak in the nine last year. They are Kennedy, this city, will stop the hot ones at short field. All last Saturday morning...... William A. Harbidge, Partridge, McKlnnon, Griffin, Richardson and these players have been too long connected with JULY 4, Boston at Waltham, Waltham at Bos ple and proper system having been applied in its Tarbox. Kennedy is well known, and was at one under contract with the Union team, arrived early to<|6, Salem at Boston, Holyoke at Worcester, organization. There is the best of feeling toward the club and are too well known in the profession Monday morning from Philadelphia. With alittle Waltham at Lynn; 10, Lynn at Boston; 12, Holyoke time a first-class catcher, but of late has to require any extended description. Suffice it to preliminary exercise in the gymnasium, William these aspirants for professional honors on the part fallen off, and for that reason has not been say that they are all first-class players, of good at Springfield, Lynn at Waltham. Lawrence at of the regular players, and attempts to create a behind the bat. McKinnon is from Syracuse and is will be readv to go on the diamond...... The seats Boston; 15, Worcester at Boston, Holyoke at Salem; feeling against them will "die a-bornin'." moral character, and reflect credit upon the club on the new Cincinnati grounds are very wide apart. 16, Holyoke at Waltham, Boston at Lynn; 17, well known as the first baseman of the old Stars of wherever they go. We should very much have This comfort ought to be appreciated by our fat Old Sol has been particularly kind in furniBhintf that place. He was regarded at one time as the liked to have seen George Shatter back in right Holyoke at Lawrence; 18, Boston at Springfield; 19, bright, ^varm days lor practice and the players of leading first baseman in the ceuntry. Partridge citizens...... Manager James A. Williams, of the Boston at Holyoke, Waltham at Lawrence; 23, the Lucas and St. Louis clubs have had fine oppor­ field, but the club directors have almost given up Toledo Base Ball Club, arrived in town last even- Salem at Holyoke; 24, Salem at Springfield: 26, tunities to get in shape for the season. They have- it also a first base player. He first became known hope of signing him for this year, and the proba­ Ing. He says his club is out practicing dally, and with the Dartmouth College team before they bility is that one of the new men will fill the posi­ Salem at Worcester; 26, Worcester at Waltham, not been Blow in improving them. The old Red withdrew from the Inter-collegiate Association. will give the old clubs a tight race for first place Lynn at Salem, Springfield at Boston; 30, Worces­ Stocking Park has been in constant use the past tion...... Hawes Powell, Burns, Holman, Sylvester, ter at Holyoke, Lyun at Boston; 31, Springfield at few days by ball players, Ed Willlamson, Houtz. Griffin is brought out by Dorgan and is said to be Of the new men secured two are pitchers, Kelley and Barber, of the Cincinnati Union Club, a fine player and will be tried at second base. He namely, Arthur F. Hagan and Wm. T. S«rad Lawrence. Dave Rowe, Ted Sullivan, Jack Gleason and is from Manlius, N. Y. Richardson is from Elmira will report for duty the latter part of next week. AUGUST 1, Springfield at Boston; 2, Boston at others having been out practicing. Hagan comes from Lonsdale, Rhode Island, and Is Hawes, of the Union Club, will have a colored ser­ Lawrence, Springfield at Waltham.Lynn at Salem; Manager James Williams, of the St. Louis Club, and although he has not played with any well- but twenty years old. He made quite a reputation vant to carry his bat bag and trunk when traveling known clubs he promises to beeome a good man. with amateur and semi-professional clubs in New 6, Boston at Salem; 9, Waltham at Salem Worces­ met with a sad bereavement last Sunday night la Tarbox is another first baseraan and is from the this season...... A telegram from President ter at Lynn, Springfield at Holyoke; 13, Lawrence the death of his beautiful little daughter. The sad England, when he was given a trial by the Phila­ Thorrier, who is now in New York Cltv, was at Waltham; 14, Lawrence at Springfield; 15, Law­ intelligence reached him shortly after a tele­ West. He comes well recommended. Creeden is delphia Club. This dia not seem satisfactory as received Wednesday stating that Geo. W. Bradley well known as a fair change pitcher. The rest of he was soon given his release. He was, however rence at Holyoke; 16, Lawrence at Worcester, graphic dispatch told him of her sudden illness the nine remains as it was last year, with the ex­ would report for duty in Cincinnati Friday morn- Salem at Lynn; 23, Boston at Waltham, Salem at and It was a great shock to the genial ex-secretary very puzzling to the Buffalos in one game he Ing, March 28,1884. This will put an end to the Lawrence; 28. Lynn at Worcester; 29, Lynn at ception of Humphries who has joined the Wash­ played against them and upon this Manager much-mooted question: "Will Bradley play with of the American Association and manager of the ington Club, and O'Neil, who will play in St. O'Rourke concluded to give him a trial, as he Springfield; 80,'Lyna at Holyoke. Salem at Wal- St. Louis Club. Manager Williams is very popu­ Louie." the Cincinnati Union the coming season?"...... It tnam. Springfield at Worcester. lar here and his many friends sincerely sympa­ thinks he ha. the material In him for a flrstclass would be an excellent idea to reserve one half of SEPTEMBER 4, Waltham at Holyoke; 5, Wal- The Metropolitan Club will again be under the pitcher, provided he has the necessary endurance the grand stands in both base ball parks this sea­ thize with him in his affliction. H« returns to St. management of James Mutrie, who has had If he comes up to "dots" he will change with Gal til am at Springfield; 6, Waltham at Worcester, Louis Saturday. son to smokers and gentlemen unaccompanied by Lawrence at Salem; 11, Springfield at Lawrence: Lewis, Da vis, Latham, Deaslej, MKrinnls. charge ol the club since it was started. The team vin. ladles or children without raising the price of ad­ last year could hardly be improved, and this sea­ Wm. T. Sarnd is the other new pitcher. He Is a 12, Springfield at Lynn: 13, Springfield at Salem, Dolan, Billy Gleason. O'Neil, Strief, O_uest, mission. What do you say, gentlemen?...... Lynn at Lawrence; 17, Holyoke at Worcester; 18, Wheeler and Nicol, of the St. Louis, are In town son will be about the same as last. Orr and Fierce native of Philadelphia and scarcely 21 years o The police and other service at both grounds the are the only new men. On played on the reserve age. HJ was picked up by O'Rourke at Chester Holyoke at Lynn: 20, Holyokeat Boston; Lawrence and can be seen any day putting in a couple of coming season will be excellent...... President at Waltham, Worcester at Salem. hours' good practice at Sportsman's Park. Charlie team last year, and Pierce played during the lat- Pa., and given a trial upon high recommendations Stern, of the Cincinnatis, goes to St. Louis to-night ler part of the season with the New York Club. O'Rourke pitted him against the Athletic Club and i Comiskey, captain of the club, will arrive April 1. Jack Lyncn will sign with the "Mets," but Is on business...... There Is talk of putting up twelve Dunlap and Orator George Shaffer are expected he acquitted himself so creditably that he was en rivate boxes on top of the grand stand at the QUINCY NEWS. laid to be holding back for an increase of salary. gaged for this year. There seems to be lots o Inion Base Ball Park. Each box will be capable Monday next, as they leave Philadelphia Satur­ The true reason for not signing sooner is, no doubt, promise in this young 'un. of holding four persons. They will be for the use day night. that the management was holding back to see 11 James J. Llllie Is another of the young ones Directors' Meeting Uniforms Players Re­ Mapping and Grether, of lost year's Missouri of the season ticket holders only...... Both the Pacifies, have been engaged as the battery for the "Ward would sign with the League. Had he not and has already shown his calibre part of last sea Union and American clubs will admit carriages leased and Other Items. done so Lynch would, no doubt, have taken his son with the team. He comes from New Haven Terre Haute Club and leave the city Saturday for place. Now that Ward has signed, Lynch will be free to their grounds the coming season...... The Conn., is unmarried and about 22 years of age. He Cincinnatis will play no Sunday games here this QTJINCY. March 25. A meeting of the that point. They are an excellent yeung team. found with the "Mets." is a good all-round player, as was shown by the Charlie Houtz, first baseman of the Grand The American Athletic Club have leased the year...... The Unions will have two uniforms and directors of the Quincy Club was held Wed Rapids, joins his club at Cincinnati, leaving hers way he was utilized as centre and left fielder and the Cincinnatis three this season...... Rob Polo Grounds from the Metropolitan Exhibition catcher and pitcher, in all of which positions he nesday evening, March 19. It was decidec next Monday. They practice in Covington, Ky., Company for the season for their games and the Crandall Is forming a co-operative team for Cin­ acquitted himself creditably. He Is a good batter cinnati. He says he will practice on the Avenue until April H, when they meet the Cincinnati Buffalo Bill Combination have engaged the and one of the fleetest runners in the team. that all persons not members of the board o: American Association Club. grounds for June while the New York Club is grounds...... The Cincinnati and St. Lonls clubs directors, including reporters, should be ex A new catcher has been secured in George D have closed contracts with the Ohio and Missis­ Ed Williamson is still here at work in the gym­ absent in the West. Myers, a resident of Buffalo. Until last year he eluded, but all matters of interest to thi nasium and taking heavy outdoor practice. He The New York State College Association have sippi Railroad for transportation between the two played with amateur clubs. Last season he cities and Louisville for the season of 1884...... stockholders will be furnished the press. Thi leaves for Chicago next Monday. allowed twelve professionals to be engaged by the played with the Port Hurons. When the Buffalos committees on grounds and season tickets were President Christ. Von der Ahe, of the St. Louis six clubs of the association, two by each club Charlie Snyder still wears that gold medal he won visited Port Huron and witnessed his admirable In Washington, D. C., winter before last as being granted further time. The contracts of Dyer and Club, Invited his players of the regular and The Columbia College nine will have that fine play O'Rourke at once concluded to engage him Foley were not accepted and these players were reserve teams to witness the minstrel performance player, Lyon, of last year's Staten Island team, as the most popular ball player In that clty...... Al! After the League season closed Myers joined the of the Cincinnati Union players who have reported released. The contract of Manager Brackett wa of Wilson and Barlow's Minstrels at the Grand their captain and they will be trained by the noted club at Philadelphia and played In nearly all the approved. The main uniform will be either gra; Opera Wednesday night, and twenty-five of th» pitcher, John Ward, up to May 30. wear clothes of elegant make and Broadway style. October exhibition games. He improved more and " -eral of them sport handsome and costly dia or cream color shirts and pants, with brown trim layers responded, 'i'aa base call sketch TTith The Manhattan College nine have begun prac­ more with •v**ryr g-anio *» pi^jivi mult~Jimt *«iA»i« _adi pins it. tnerrsiTrt-n-<,«««'.,... .TV mnrr^ «nmi tmtm^rft, J>fg«n halt* «*-f*# »«d ftotrtctaga »nd tjl'f S ughey Douzb»rty as umpire, was a big feature of tice for the BeaBoh Kt-*»fc«4<> ourfegv aiuumig; ntan- the club disbanded he wue B\giMd for tbls year privileges of the VJmongTouiitts for the eeixm of change uutfornv will be win* color ahtrU and panU, the' show, and the '-boye enjoyed it iminensCiyj hattanvllle. They have a strong team this sea- Myers is a fine thrower to second bale, a first-rate 1884 have been let...... The first baton of the brown trimmings, brown cape, belts and stock­ The Pony Grays, a local amateur team who played con. They play under the old name of the batter and a fast base runner. He Is of fine Official Base Ball Guide of the American Associa­ ings ...... Manager Brackett has engaged a player the Reserve team last Sunday, were the recipients Jaspers. physique and if he does not help the team thi tion, published by A. J. Reach & Co., of Phlladel named Cocbrane who stands 6 feet 2 Inches in of a similar Invitation from President Von der Ahe The St. John's College nine began practice for season it will be a surprise to the manager and th* phla, arrived at J. R.: Hawley's on Thursday height. He Is a fine catcher and a heavy left- last Thursday night and had a fine time. There the seaion last week on the college campus a' directors...... It wil I require $6,000 to make the necessary handed batter...... Black and Baldwin, the Is no more liberal man in or out of the business Fordbam. Last, but not least, we have Charles Colllns, o repairs at the Union Base Ball Park...... The Quincy battery, are at present visiting in Cincin­ than Christ. Von der Abe. The StevenB Institute nine will play on their Dundas, Out. He also played with the Por salary list of the Cincinnati Club averages $1,267 nati, Black's old home. They will probably not Henry Lucas' fine park at Cass and Jefferson old field at Hoboken this season the St Hurons last year as second baseman. He was se that of the Unions $1,385...... There will be two return before early In April...... A proposition to avenue is getting in splended condition,and if George Cricket Grounds. They began practice lected by Captain O'Rourke upon the occasion o ticket offices at both grounds this season..... place a telegraph office on the League grounds the fine weather continues, will be in great shape last week. the belore-mentioned visit of tae Buffalos to For was referred to "the executive committee...... The for the opening of his season April 19. The grand The Willlamsburg Athletic Club will place two Charlie Jones' laundry bills are perfectly astonish­ Huron. It is at present undecided whether he ing...... The report that McPhee contracted the Grofftey shirt factory, of this city, have received stand Is nearly completed, and will soon be ready distinct nines In the field this season, one to play will be used on second base or short stop or a severe cold, with which he is now suffering, by the the contract for furnishing the Milwaukees with for painting. The grand stand alone is a magnifi­ for the Athletic Association championship pen fielder, but this question will be settled after the three sets of uniforms of eleven each. cent piece of this character of structures, and Is nant and the other to enter for the Long Islam soaking of a suit of underwear that he did not April games. Colllns Is highly spoken of as a bal know he had on while takinga bath the other day built with all the conveniences and improvements Amateur Association championship. They wil tosser, and Is of excellent moral character and which modern Ingenuity and skill ir the bulKling practice on their own field during May, on De lacits comflrmatlon. It was only a pair of socks San Francisco Notes. neither smokes, chews, drinks, nor swears...... The Cincinnatis will travel with thirteen line could suggest. Mr. Jos. Givens, the builder Kalb and Olaeon avenues, or as soon as it Is com­ SAN FRANCISCO, March 19. Quite an in. of the exhibition building nowgoluguponMissourl pleted. men and th3 Unions with eleven the coming sea Park, is constructing it, and it will be a substantial LOUISVILLE NOTES. son. Thirteen is an unlucky number...... The teresting game of base ball was played on tribute to his knowledge and skill as a builder. A Unions have signed a Covlngton player namec special feature of the structure are the theatrical THE ALLEGHENY PLAYERS. Marr. He will play with the Reserve team...... 1 March 16 between the Emerson Club and the Improving the Grounds Manager Walsh II "reserve seat" chairs, several hundred of which ar» looks to me as though Burns will be the weak poln Moran Combination, and was won by the already up. The reporters' stand will be popular, The Official Scorer, etc. in the Cincinnati Unions...... Billy Fennessy, thi Where They Came From and the Clubs latter; score, 8 to 7. On Sunday next the and no doubt more than well patronized by psople popular ticket seller at Heuck's Opera House, has who wish to be well up in the game. They Have Played With. LOUISVILLE, March 27. The Central Paa been engaged for the Union grounds for the coining same clubs play at Recreation grounds. Com­ senger Railway Company is assisting th season, and Dom Clifton will act in the same ca mercial teams are now being made up and a nine The first game of the season in which the St. The Alleghenys will begin this season un­ pacify for the Cincinnati. Both are good men fo from Loomis' Plaza store has signified its willing­ Louis Club is billed takes place next Sunday at der the most favorable circumstances, having Louisville Club in. the work of improving it the positions...... Deagle, oftbe Cincinnatis, wll ness to play a match game for $50 with any other Sportsman's Park, the reserve team to oppose show up like a four-time-winner before the season commercial team In the city. them. The game will no doubt draw an immense contracts with twenty-five players, many o; ground. The directors have, up to th is half over. Slick a pin here...... The Clncinnat The benefit of Andy Pleroy, the well-known base crowd out to see the old-time favorites of the St. whom are young and although having had bui present, paid all bills individually, as ther Club are making arrangements to play all the ball player, was postponed from last Sunday to Louis Club. League clubs In Cincinnats In October...... There March 23 on account of the weather. A statement was recently made In a Phila- little experience in strong professional teams was no surplus in the treasury. One hundret Is same talk of having a ladles' day at the Clncin The friends of base ball on this coast are anxiously delphta paper to the effect that Cahlll, of Harry season tickets are to be sold at $10 each and thl Wrlghfs (Al. Reach) nine, would run 100 yards in give great promise of crowding the older natis grounds this season...... Hickory Carpenter awaiting the opening of the season in the East in \tM seconds, and that he was willing to run any players for places In the front rank. The lushers will give a fund to work on. A committee from th of the Cincinnatis, has just returned trom a shor order that they may hear how the California bays bail player in either of the leagues or associations. of last year s club have been permitted to seek en board of directors will sell the tickets through per walk to Columbus, Ohio. He says the L. &. will fare with the Eastern clubs. There are still There is a gentleman in St. Louis wh» will back gagements elsewhere and have availed themselves sonal solicitation. A new grand stand and nev M. Road is in excellent condition to walk one or two good players left on the coast, although Walter Latham, third base of the St. Louis Club, of the opportunity. The old players engaged are seats are to be at once erected and the contract fo ...... Mr. Dan O'Leary cleared over $500 with hi the Eastern clubs have taken most of them. against Cahill for 100 yards, and If the latter C. E. Swartwood, M. R. Mansell, Geo. Creamer the same has been awarded. The club's share o skating rink In Evansville, Ind. He is an excel Muldoon and Whistler are preparing themselves means business this is a good chance to make a J. J. Hayes, J. V. Battln, J. J. Peters, John the improvement will be at least$l,500...... Georg lent business man as well as a geod ball playei for their coming contest which Is to take place at match. There Is also a young player named Neagle and John Fox. All these men are too Bailey has been appointed official scorer...... Va: ...... J. R. Hawley's is the headquarters of the the Mechanics' Pavilion, March 24. Fred Engle- Andrews, of the reserve team, who would make it well known to require description. It is the young entine will umpire the opening games here..... base ball fraternity In this city...... The manage hardt is managing the affair. Interesting for Cahlll. and new men in whom ihe public is principal!; The Louisville Club opens the season with th meat of the Unions will provide two benches fo Herbert Slade Is acting as M. C. at the Golden The Philadelphia Press of last Sunday pub­ interested and a sketch of them from the Pittsburg strong Evansville (Ind.) Club Sunday week..... the clubs to sit upon while taking their innings on Gate Theatre, Oakland, where FredMackley and lished a statement to the effect that a sporting Timet is herewith given. either side of the lines, so '.hat the mixing, carry John Maynard spar nlichtly. Nearly all the players are already here and ar Ing off and losing of bats will be avoided...... The W. A. Ross, of Gilrdy. has Issued a challenge man in your city intends to make a bet of $1,009 THB NEW FLATBR8. dally practicing iu the gymnasium...... While th Cincinnati Club are painting the outside of tbel directed to G. Neaves, of Salt Lake, and Peter Mc- May 1 that that the St. Louis Club will win the Ed Taylor comes from California. He is abou name of the club has been changed to Louisville fence yellow and the interior red...... A membei Intyre, of this city, to run from 5 to 20 miles for $250 championship. That man has a great head and 36 years of age and began ball playing '79 with the the name of the ground Is still Eclipse Park, anc: of the Cincinnati Club has a big boll unpleasant); or upwards. will find a good deal of practical sympathy front Troy City Club, since which time he has playec of the organization the "Eclipse" Base Ball Asso located and he has been taking his meals for the Harry Maynard is taking a great Interest In row­ , St. Louis. elation...... Spalding has the making of the un: past few days in a perpendicular position..... Mr. John W. Munson, one of the best-known with various clnbs on the Pacific coast...... Jame forms...... Louisville certainly has the ''Jumbo' ing, and is getting up a match in which all the. sportsmen in the West, Is at the head of the great H'Donald is another Callfornlan. He is a new team: Wolf. 180; Whiting, 188; Sullivan, 208: An Daniels will umpire the games to be played during prominent oarsmen on the coast are to take part. man and but little Is known of his base ball career April by the Cincinnatis...... The American Asso R. dog show soon to be held In St. Lonls. He hai drews. 200; Browning, 185; Hecker, 190; Latham elation umpires receive a salary of $850 for the been identified with a number of prominent gun lie Is 22 years of age and played last season with 240. None of the remaining are small...... Mana clubs also and Is a crack rifle shot. He has done the San Francisco Club...... Frank J. Beck's bom season and all expenses...... The members of the Practice Gamed. Is in Poaghkeepsle. N. Y.. and he is 22 years o ger Walsh has been quite ill, but is now much 1m Cincinnati Club are to carry Individual bat bags more for the canine tribe probably than any man He began his professional career in 1882, proved...... The first practice game of the seaso this season. A loose-fitting white flannel sack The first game of the season in Brooklyn took in this part of the country. The com Ing dog show Xihlng two seasons for the Port Huron Club was played last Sunday before 1,000 people,- who coat Is to be added to the uniforms of the playen place at Prospect Park March 22, sides being nnder his management promises to be a brilliant closing last season with the Toledos. He pitchec at the close of the game, presented the player ...... The uniform of the Cincinnati Unions wll chosen by Burdock and Bob Ferguson. Six in­ success. one game In Plttf-burg last October against tin with quite a neat sum subscribed on the spot eonsistof white flannel shirt and pants, red stock nings were played and Ferguson's side was badly Buffalos and only four hits were obtained off hi Sides were chosen by P. Reccius and Hecker, anc Ings aad round white hat with red stripes beaten. Kimber, of the Brooklyns, pitched for the latter won by 2 to0...... With the exception o Fergueon's side and he was batted freely. Shan­ ORGANIZATION EFFECTED. delivery, but the next day the Bisons pounded him Driscoll,Latham,Maskrey,Gerhardt and Andrews Kittredge & Co., of this city, will furnish the unl out of the box...... James Tray hails from Jack forms. The word "Cincinnati" will be marked in non and Daly formed the battery for Burdock's The New Boston Union Club Ready fof eon, Mien., and is 24 years of age. He played pro all the players have arrived and are practicing a red letters across the shield of the shirt...... Buck side. Shannon pitched In masterly style. Sub­ fesslonally in 1882 with the Port Hurons and last the park every afternoon. J. W. R, Ewlng left for New York last Monday to report joined Is the score: Biuiness. year with the Saginaws, a Northwestern Leagu< for duty with the League team of that city FERGC80W. R. B. PO. A. Xj BUBDOCK. B. B. PO. A. X The Boston Union Athletic Exhibition club. He ranked 44th in batting...... W FROM RICHMOND...... with their April games, the regular team' Kimber, p.. 0 100 0 Shannon, p. 3 1010 Company, under which tho new Bostoa J. Bntler is a resident of New Orleans and is 23 fifty-five championship games, and the Reserves McGov'rn.lfO 010 O'Daly, c...... 3 2630 years of age. He Is recommended by Ed. Wii eighteen championship games, the Cinclnnat Halsted.lb.l 040 0 Farrel, cf... 1 3201 Union Base Ball Club is to be run, was Ilamson as the strongest batter in New Orleans Lively Interest in Base Ball Still Waitin have ninety-four games already booked for their Ferguson,2bO 050 0 Burdock, Zb. 0 0420 organized March 26. The gentlemen elected and an excellent fielder. He has played in tha for Sullivan, etc. home grounds this summer. Those yet to be Lyon,3b....l 002 1 Schenck,3b. I 1060 t« office are all well known in Boston. The presi­ elty for two years...... W. C Lansing is editor or booked will swell the number to about 120. There West, 88....0 0 0 1 1 Denham. ss. 2 1 1 4 1 dent is Frank E. Winslow and the secretary and part owner of the Enterprise, a daily paper pub RICHMOND, Va., March 28. Edito will be no lack of sport for the patrons of the club Wilson,c....O 171 SMehle, If... 0 1 1 o o treasurer James Mullen, and these with Daniel Ushed In his native city, Poughkeepsie, N! Y. He SPORTING LIFE Dear Sir: All of th ...... Sells Brothers'circus knocked a hole in the Lowry,cl....O 001 0 Bannon, rf.. 0 1000 Knowlton and George Wright form the board of has played ball with the Poughkeepsie Club for five Union dates, April 21,22 and 23. What if it should Q.uinn,rf... 0 010 0 Hyland, lb.0 0600 directors. Messrs. Mullen and Kaowlton ar» years and leads in batting...... W. J. Otterson Is players of the Virginia Club have reporte rainjustabout;that time?...., Montjoy, Powers known as solid business men, while Frank Win*. aft Allegheny boy, and will not be of age unti with the exception of Cain, who will be on Woulffe, Fulmer, Corkhill and Cooney, of the Total.... 2 2 18 6 4 Total.... 10 10 18 16 2 low, the proprietor of the Winslow roller skatinc next May. He played with the Enterprise anc Cincinnati club, will be here Monday...... The Ferguson...... 0 1010 0 2 rink, and George Wright, the veteran base .ball Neshannock clubs last season...... Geo. F. Miller hand the 1st of April. His home is a Ion; Cincinnati will open their new grounds Wednes Burdock...... 60120 2 10 player, need no introduction to the public. Tlier* IB 21 years ol age. His home 18 in Brooklyn and he distance from here and that is why he doe day, April 9, by a game with th First on errors Ferguson 4, Burdock 8. Euni Is no longer aiy question about the lease, It hav­ has been plaj ing In professional clubs since 1880 Cleveland Reserves...... Ed Clarke, wh. earned Burdock 2. Struck out Ferguson 2, Bur­ ing been signed for three years, with a privilege of when he began with the Atlautlcs. In '81 and '81 not report sooner. The club Is practicing dally pitched formerly for the Muldoon Centres dock 6. Umpire Mr. Daly. Time 1:30. renewal. The plans are not altogether matured, he was with the Trentons and last year and part o two hours in the morning and two In the afternoon of this city, and last year for the Grand haplds The season was opened in Boston March 26, two but the work will not be delayed. A large num­ '« with the Harrisburg...... Augustus P. Al Smiley is looking much better than he did when has signed with the Irontons...... The Cincinnati' picked nines composed of professionals now in ber of men were set at work on the grounds level­ bert is 23 years of age mid lives he first came in last week. He has been sick al roposed Eastern trip for the first week In Apr! that city contesting. On Irwin's side were old and ing. Thursday. The work will In all probability in Reading. After playing two seasons winter at his home in Baltimore with pneumonia Eas been called off...... There Is some talk o experienced players, representing several profes­ be kept up nights with the aid of electric light*. with the Reading Club he went to the Quicksteps All the rest of the boys are looking first-class am organizing a business base ball league In thl sional cluos in various associations, while the The contract requires that the ground8 shall be of Wilmlngton. where he played last season..... they will play great ball the coming season city...... There will be only thirteen conflicting other team, Butler's, was composed mostly of can­ ready for use In time for the first game, wblcb George Balsey is 28 years old and lives in Harris- Hundreds of people visit the base ball park dates between the Cincinnati Unions and th didates lor Boston's Union nine. The playing was takes place April 30, The diamond will be sodded, bnrg. He played with the following clubs: Holll dally to see the club practice. The citl Americans...... Bradleywlllprobablycaptain th generally excellent, particularly so considering and as there are to be but five garnet prior to JunV daysburg, '76; Harrisburg, '77 and '78; Bradford zens of Richmond and Manchester, i Cincinnati Union Club...... The Cincinnati Union the rough condition of the ground and the time of 8, It will have sufficient time to harden. '79; Wilkesbarre, '80; Harrisburg, '81 and '82 small town across the river, are complete); Club will furnish free transportation to and from theyear. Murray, who is to be the Providences' new Johnstown,'83...... W. D. White resides in Bel wild over base ball and are betting pretty lively oi their grounds to all visiting clubs this season. catcher, showed up well behind the bat and prom­ Hire and is 22 years of age. He covered third the Virginias winning the pennant. The manage ises to be a valuable man. Some of the Union Mixed Pp. bate for the White Sewing Machine nine, Cleve has not Deen picked out as yet, as the managemen candidates gave evidence of developing into There are two William Hoovers In the field. OB» land, in 1882, and Anthracites, C. S. Browns anc are still under the Impression that Sullivan wll A Baltimore "Kick." excellent ball playen. The score: a player and the other an umpire. This has Ie4 Port Hurons last season ...... J. a. Carroll Is aged come. They have been advised by seven 1 partle BALTrMOMi, March 24. EdltorSponriKQ LIF«: IRWIir. B.B. P.O.A.E.I BDTLKB. R. B.P.O.A. B. to some confusion, which will be set straight by SZand lives In Cleveland. He was employed in to give up the idea of his coming and get some on* Dear Sir: As yonr paper reaches a great man; Murray, C...1. 0 8 1 1 Devlln, c.... 2 » 7 0 I the following letter: the Malleable Iron Works, and this is his first from the town who is capable of managing the Mnllln, p...l 017 0 Daniels, p.. 1 1260 Editor SPOKTIKO LIFB. Dear Sir: No great«f professional engagement...... James Enowles club, and let Sullivan stay where be Is. If they lovers of base ball In this' city I think It a go«< J. Irwln, Ib. 1 181 0 Crane, S8....2 2281 cause than a similarity of names has led some a promising first baseman, resides In To­ ef our journals to confuse me with another and t* don't be will stay there anyway, for it Is impossible medium through which to let the managers of the Knight,. ,_.___...., 3D..2 284 1 Slatiery.Butler, 2b...l Ib. 1 22340 10 0 1 ronto and Is 25 years old. He has played for them to hold him. When he was here they Baltimore Club know that tbey have made a A. Irwln, SB. 3 3261 express my intentions of acting In the capacity of with the following clubs: Brockton, Mass., '77 ought to have put a contract before him to sign irrand mistake In removing the twenty-five cen Halpin, 8b..l 1212 Dolan, 3b...O 1122 Eastern League umpire. Will you please set Lowell, '79; Nassau*, Stonehams and Millfbrds but this they did not do. The club will not neec stand from the v>nl side of Oriole Park, where the Dow. lf...... O 0 1 0 0 M'Keever, IfO 1201 matters right by stating through yonr paper th»t '80; Atlantlcs, '82; Anthracites, '83...... Amos much management, for we have a team that doe visitor was protected from the sun by the roof o Shaw, cf....l 2200 Kreall. cf.... 0 o » e I have only contracted to play ball with the Key­ Cross Is from Cleveland and Is aged 23. He played less drinking than any other in the country, I sop- the stand, whereas, by placing the seats on the Ward,rf....O 0000 Lynch, rf.....l 1000 stone Club of this city and will do so, and the last year with the Rochester and Johnstown clubs pose, and when that comes In management doe ta«t side, visitors are made to sit with their faoei position of umpire, for which 1 have received ...... J. O. I

Notes and Comments. John Ryn of the Portsmouth, O., Club, is also in the same boat. a good account of themselves at that time. Mur- has accepted. The club is now ready for business "WE HAVB a letter for Mike McGeary. Pliy and Ryan will be the battery for the Trenton as soon as the players arrive, which will be in a few Tot MCRNAB may play first base on the Boston OF THE twenty-five players under contract with f ii on -J,1"*1 da-v- Thc team will be placed as days. THE RING. TJniOns. v the Allegheny management, eight are married Jollows: Ryan, c.; Murphv, p.; Shetzline, lb.; Swnrtwood, Battin, Peters, Fox/Xansing, Miller' Myers, 2b.; Schenek, 3b.; Smith, ss.; Williams, If.; HEADIMG notes: Work was begun last week on AP and Shatter started for St. Louis Satur­ Albert and Cross. ' rf. the Actives' grounds by Contractor Yarnall...... day night. Quimon, cf. and Brouthurs, Joha J. Cullen. the California player, arrived The Brents and Happenings of the Week En CUSHMAW, the Erie pitcher, who was with THE Chicago Club may yet have to leave their Friday...... For some time past THK Boston grounds are to be smoothed with a Buffalo and Toledo last season, is said to have had grounds, the opposing unexpectedly team roller. present centrally-located Henry Larkins, the well known ball player, was In Pugilistic Circles. an offer of $375 a month and $500 advance from a ''I. u3 rel>'lng uP»n an injunction granted in 1869, complaining of what was supposed to oe a boil on SAM LAXDIS and Joe Kappel will report in Balti- Union Association Club. which restrained the city from leasing the ground. the back of his neck. Dr. Weidnian examined it taore, April 1. I* SPEAKING of the Toledo Club's refusal to play 1 he present movement against the club is in re­ yesterday and pronounced it a tumor. An opera­ THE ENGLISH KING. BCT? ALO'S new amateur League is composed of 1 rf« 8Mme,3 a local PaPer says:-"The club will taliation for some "fine work" that it is supposed tion was at once determined upon, and after one five .clubs BO far. S 3e mueh m°ney; perhaps it will die, its stockholders did to prevent the sale of the and a-half hour's cutting the tumor was removed. h£tbut ?tit »mwill die respectably." " r ' ' grounds to a railroad company. It was the size of a pigeon's egg. Mr. Larkins Another Stiff Fight-Spittle Defeats Rowley MAWAQBR BANCROFT'S little son Is seriously 111 the With pneumonia. E In!r?hllh a?d now * have to record a game set- great voice (in umpires) go with for '84. Mansell is not the leading batter of Amer­ peared. The business of the meeting was confined about HORACE RESOOTT, Jit., of the Holyokes, has just wny does a careful and masterly umpire generally ica uot by a jugfull. The average given him is chiefly to the preparation of the championship in mit« r P ce on M»nroima? tor tiw - , BY MUTUAL consent the Providence-Philadelphia Uttte trip to k'hltadeiyUa. BUFFALO Courier: "For borne time there was a alley, and uniler no circumstances win Sam r-naso ami Et.i-on<- smith,two colored pugil­ dailv and Schenek says ne Is the swiftest pitcher from correspondence re­ Bide of the hard gloves to a finish In a barn «ame at Providence announced for July 24 has the Brooklyns have...... The rest of the boys are mystery about Serad, and members of the opposing teams be allowed to take ists, fought with Caen changed to July 22. ceived it looked very much as if some one was try- seats on the ouo useil by their antagonists. near New Haven, Conn., March 27th. Smith was expected here by Monday. Ing to get him away from the Buffalos, or was try­ knocked out In three three-minute rounds and was EX-LEAGITE UMPIRE FURLOSQ recently lost his THE friends of George Wright would like to see ing to make him think he had not been regularly PITTSBDRO notes: Twenty-one of the Allegheny badly used up. aged father, who was one of Milwaukee's oldest of layers are in the city at present, the latest arrival him on the diamond once more, and he is spoken engaged. The secretary wrote him repeatedly, elng John J. Fox. Fox came dlrectfrom his homo The Cleveland City Council on Monday last and most honored residents. as just the man for short stop on the new Boston but did not receive any answer. The matter was E exhibitions George shakes In Boston, and reports the interest in base ball in passed an ordinance prohibiting boxing THE Cincinnati Club will play in Dayton,O.,May nine. When this fact is mentioned very carefully kept from the newspapers and has now the Hub greater than ever before. Ho predicts a of all kinds. There wore but four votes against. 16; in Trenton, N. J., June 11; Newark, N. J., June his head in a doubtful manner and smiles. Wonder been arranged. A letter has been received from successful career for the Union Association club of This will bo a hard blow to Duncan ROBS' new re­ «, and Harrisburg, Pa., June 19. if that smile means play? him stating that he Is practicing daily and expects sort In that city. April 1." that city, and aivys they have a strong team. Fox LEW BROWK has succeeded in reducing his THE team organized by Manager MoGarvey for to meet the club at Baltimore, Is In good condition and will begin practice at once A glove fight for $50 between Mike Kelly, bettor weight to 196 Ibs. He is still unengaged. Here is Pawtueket, R. 1., is to be transferred to Worcester, TERRS HAUTE correspondence: Campbell ar ...../President McKnlght will give a free rime known as "Dublin," and Nod Foster, of Liverpool* a chance for the Boston Unions. Mass to play In the State Association. It com­ rived here from Akron, O., Saturday. He Is show­ between the first and second nine on Satuiday took place at midnight on March 26 at Frank THE Trenton management have signed a new prises Nash and Miller, pitchers; Corrlgan, c.; Fox, ing up well. He pitches with either right or left afternoon, April 5, by way of an Inaugural...... The White's Champion's Rest In the Bowery. Three lb.; Bell 2b.; Barney, 3b.; Kelley, ss., with Gra­ hand and Is also a good infielder and strong left- grounds will be scraped and rolled at once, when rounds occupying thirteen minutes finished up pitcher named Murpl<» of Yonkers, N. Y. He is Marshall in the outfield. at the park are the second pitcher of thai. name. ham, Daley and handed batter..... -Improvements regular practice will begin. The captaincy of the Kelly. BILLY FOLBT is in Boston and reserved by the proceeding. All will be finished about the 29th first nine lays between Knowles, Creamer and Dolanoy, of THE Columbus management has selected gay ...... Wo will have the three strongest clubs in Battin...... Frank Tinney, ofYoungstow, who was Mike Barry, of Portland, and Denny the team. They will be of pearl gray Buffalo Club, but has not yet signed. He Is sulky, Biddefonl were to have fought with hard gloves at Uniforms for it is said, because he was refused $300 advance the League to compete with on the start, I think, elected an umpire of the Iron and O.. League, Old Orchard, Me., March 21, but their Intentions material with scarlet trimmings. money. The Cincinnati Unions have been after Grand Rapids, Bay City and East Saglnaw...... * as resigned. Charles B. Power, of this city, has were not kept secret and the consequence was that A CAST ASS for subscriptions to a fund for the sup­ him and offered him big money and $500 in ad­ Most of the clubs think they have a dead sure _ecn appointed to fill the vacancy. Power umpired the authorities prevented an exchange of pugtllstlo port of the Comet Club is being made in Woon- the black list and refused. thing on the pennant. We are not saying any­ several games last season, and gave general satis­ vance, but Billy hates thing, but will make some of them hustle for it. of this city, has signed courtesies. socket, with considerable success. O'RODRKE, of Philadelphia, has been faction...... John Jackson, FRANCIS HARRISBURO Patriot, 28th, says: "Arthur M. to catch for the Oil City Club this season...... The At ColumbuSjO., March 22, there were two-knock THERE is talk of forming a Southern Massachu­ engaged by the Cleveland Club on the recom­ Liberty Stars have eleven men under contract and out affairs. Woodaon, the "Black Diamond," setts association, with clubs from Taunton, Fall mendation of Billy McLean. He Is 23 years of age, Pope, Harrisburg's new California catcher, arrived knocke/1 out Prof. Hurley, of Mt. Vernon, in four Elver, Brockton and New Bedford. and Is 5 feet lOJi Inches tall. He in the city yesterday in company with Gagus and four on the sub-list. Files then re­ weighs 157 pounds the Heading pitchers; Deuny and CHICAGO notes: Edward D. Clark, of Chicago, rounds, breaking his jaw. Johnny A SILVER ball, supported on the ends of three is a good fielder and strong batter. The Cleveland Meegan, peated the dose on au Unknown, of Columbus^ the legal limit to players Sweoney, of Providence, and McElroy and Mc- has been engaged as manager of the White Stock- golden bata,is the prize for which the Inter-collegi­ Club has now reached Laughlin, of the Monumentals of Baltimore, most Ing Reserve tjjam. He is not a practical ball whose nose ho broke. ate Association will play this season. twenty-five. of whom did not stop over at this point. Cum- player .....Thc lake front business remains in Captain Thomas H.Dalton, says a press dispatch, THE grand stand on the Chicago Union's grounds THE St. Louis Amateur Association is now fully mings, the Harrisburg pitcher, and Cullen, Head­ statu quo. President Spalillng thinks there is no was detected using gloves to which Iron knuckles will accommodate 2,300 spectators and the pavil­ organized with a membership of six clubs viz.: ing's catcher, staid over In Chicago, as did several probability that the club will be disturbed this had been fastcncd'during a set-to with Tom Ander­ ions 3,200 more, making a total of 5,500. Lucas Reserves, Willows, Lyons, Westerns, Comp- others. Pope Is very modest in his statements with season...... Burns, Flint, Gore and Kelly are sen at the Buckingham, Chicago, 111., March 22. ton Avenues and Prickly Ash Bitters. A commit­ to himself, seeming to be of the opinion that nowhere .....Work has been commenced on the He is said to have Inflicted several wounds on his TOM DOLAH resigned the snperlntendency of the Noble and Presi­ regard adversary's face before the foul work was dls*- Park, St. Louis, as tee, consisting of Messrs. Klnsky, Callfornians and Eastern people may have differ­ Union grounds and they will soon bo In apple-pie hand-ball alley at Sportsman's dent Cassilly. has been appointed to draft a consti­ methods of playing base ball." order. Manager Hongle reports that Kent, Pliik- oerered. lo was required to work for glory only. ent Club. tution and by-laws. Western College Base Ball Association ney and McSorley will stay with the Pcoria At Port Richmond, Pa., March 24th, Hugh Mo- W. H. BECASITOS, who is well-known as a player Association, of Bos­ THE These players have all drawn advance money from Connell and John MeCormlok fought a prize fight established himself in THE Commercial Base Ball held its annual meeting, March 21, at the Matteson tan4 an umpire, has recently ton, has been reorganized. The style of the Asso­ House Chicago. The Association includes the Chicago Kent $276, McSorley $Z25 and Pinkncy of thirty-nine rounds for $200 a side. At the close business at No. 114 Nassau street, N. Y. ciation was changed. Heretofore the clubs repre­ at Evanston. the Racine $200 and when Mr. Henglo suggested that this of the twenty-fifth round both men were badly pun­ California Northwestern University money ought to be promptly returned the only ished, and upon time being called for the fortieth, CBAS. GAOtra, one of the Active's sented individual concerns and the players had to College,Belolt College and theWlsconsinUniversity promise players, is one of those rare players who are first- be employed In the store which it represented. at Madison The champlonpennantforlastyearwas satisfaction they gave him was a reluctant round McCormlck was unable to respond. McCon- class either in the box or behind the bat. This season the teams are to be trade nines and not to the NorthwestornUniversity. A that they would refund it some time after they had nell was declared the victor. The fight lasted 2h. formally awarded begun to draw their salaries from Peorla. Anyone and 10m. MOCLOSKBT, of the Wllmlngton Quicksteps, necessarily store nines. schedule of games was arranged to extend from the familiar with the habits and financial responsi­ JOE GBRHAROT has lots of friends, and a number first week in May to the second week in June. The The articles of agreement for the proposed prln lost a daughter by death on Friday lagt. bility of the average ball player can figure about between John L. Sullivan and Mervlne Kus McKELVT, of the Union Pacifies, has been of them showed their regard week before last in a following officers were elected: J. P. Lansing, of how soon the Chicago Union will get its money fight substantial way. His bouncing boy baby and only Belolt president; George E. Waldo, of Madison, The aid of the law will be in­ Thompson, of Cleveland, have been received In quite ill for some time past with inflammation of secretary. The executive committee will be ap­ back at this rate. New York. The men propose to fight for $5,00« the bowels, but is now slowly recovering. 4 heir, which recently came Into the world, has voked to prevent these players from playing with already been the recipient of numerous presents. pointed by the base ball associations of the differ­ Peoria .....The sale of season tickets bV the Chi­ and the championship of the world, London prise EACH member of the Cincinnati team this year Among them are a diamond ring, several fine ent colleges. The price ring rules, time and place to be hereafter deter­ ^rill carry an individual bat-bag, holding two bats. cago Club will begin next Wednesday. mined. Thompson hag already signed the articles dresses and a baby-crib. CLEVELAND notes: Jim McCormiok reported on will be $20 until April 6, when it will be raised to and Sullivan has agreed to do so. The name of the owner will be on the bag. THE Queen City Club, of Cincinnati, have organ­ last Wednesday. He is in excellent health and $22.50. CARROLL and Morris are practicing daily In ized with the following team: Tiepe and Ahans, says his arm is as strong as ever, as far as he HOLYOKE notes: The Holyoke managers are A select party of gentlemen in evening drem Columbus and showing up well. Columbians batten- Heghorn, Riemeyer and Valerius on the knows His wife did not come with him and will quietly at work getting together a strong nine and witnessed a slugging match between DoBaum and this battery, with Mac's sister and her little Heiser, the amateur light-weights, In the court of think they have a treasure in bases;'Hicmer, ss.; Hagner, Steiner and Menke in stay in Brooklyn will make a big struggle to again capture the 28. "W H VOLTZ, the manager of the new Akron, O.i the outfield. The club would like to hear from all son . .Muldoon has also turned up. Although State pennant. They have secured several first- the New York Racquet Club in that city, March a trifle too stout beseems to be in good form ...... At the recent amateur championship meeting1 Club, furnishes the players and pays them.and the teams having enclosed grounds. Address H. Fer- class players and are confident that they will have Heiser won the light-weight championship from looal base balllsts furnish ground and uniforms. leman, 248 Dayton street. The League Park is nearly finished and will be as strong a team as last season. They have already quite so by Saturday. The diamond has been secured three good pitchers, and every position DcBauni, but so close was the decision that Thomas THERE is a disposition among a portion of the TRBNTON notes: Williams, Quinton, Alien, newly sodded, the outfield has been graded and H. Keator offered a handsome sllvercupforanother Iron and Oil League to reopen the books and take Jerauld, Stowe, Murphy and Byan are now here will be made as strong as possible. Some twenty mooting of the men. Heiser agalu won, and nearly be quartered at tne the big roller was at work on Wed nesday ...... The local players are ambitious to make a reputation 4n Akron, Meadvilie, Bradford and Warren, Pa. All the players are to fifty new uniforms for the teams, two for each man, a trial during April...... There knocked out his antagonist In the three rounds National Hotel...... Quinton will captain the nine and will be given fought. ' JOB* BABRISOBR, second baseman, is as yet un­ Philadel­ will be here by the end of the week, by which time is some talk of following the "reserve" plan and engaged. Address John Barringer, 671 &st One The opening game here with the also the season tickets will be ready for sale. have a "pony" team to play In the city when the The Kllraln-Mltchell glove contest In Boston,. phia's' April 7 is awaited with Impatience yet nothing can bo said March 16, was witnessed by 6,000 people. In tha Hundred and Forty-fifth street, New York City. The men are out practicing daily. TOLEDO notes: All of the members of the Toledo regulars are away, but as GOLDSMITH denies being seriously 111 with Club have been ordered to report here by April 1. wllh certainty, yet there is no doubt but what a first two rounds Kllraln forced the fighting, start­ FRKD THB Massachusetta State Association has made a aood reserve nine could be organized, ihe man­ ing off with three headers »nd one body blow be­ congestion of the lungs. He has, however, been Mr. M. H. Nienols, The Cleveland Reserve team want to play troubled all winter with a badly-sprained ankre. wise selection in the choice of here' April 14 and 15. and the probability Is that agement Is now negotiating with several good fore Mltchell made any response, while the howl­ of Lynn, as its president, and R. B. Edes, of they will do so...... The work of grading League players who will probably be engaged and names ing mob yelled their delight. In the third roundt Lowo JOBS KBILLT will not quit his work In the Waltham, as secretary. They are both hard Park will be commenced this week. It is Intended made public In a short while. The interest ^ero Mltchell woke up, but every blow was finely lithographing establishment where he is employed workers, thoroughly enthusiastic over the national to make it one of the best in the country...... is at "flood heat" and a lively and ^successful sea countered by Kllrain. Each forced matters in the «ntil nis contracted ball service begins April 15. game and will tring to their respective positions O'Dav and Brown are practicing dally in Chicago. last round, Kilraln being foiled to the floor o»oe, PRESIDENT LUCAS has provided two billiard sound judgment and excellent executive ability. The former speaks highly of Brown as a catcEer while he fought Mltchell OH to the ropes twice. tables to be placed in tn» reception room of the THB question of Sunday ball playing Is being and is confident he will do good work...... Mana­ When time was called Kllraln had won his $100 TJnlon grounds at St, Louis for the use of the play- asitated in a number of cities where professional ger Morton has been suffering from a gathering in uivco u^,u ».>. -.,.- . ._ ._. and the impression prevailed that he would have clubs are supported. Many good arguments are head and is unable at present to attend to ...... Burns, of the Cincinnati Unions; Moriartty whipped Mltchell If they had fought to a finish^ his of the although many thought the latter was shamming. David Drew, of last year's Maple Leafs, of Mil­ advanced in* favor of Sunday games. The best business. Latest reports from him are to the effect and Barrett, of the Bostons, and Doyle, patrons of Sunday games would 6e the employes of that he is slowly convalescing and barring any set­ Quincys, are all going to leave us this week...... Among the pugilists present were Arthur Cham­ waukee is the latest man signed by the Chicago How confident some men are. A prominent base bers, Sheriff! the "Prussian" and Beudolf, of Lon­ TTnion. He is a heavy hitter and a fine third base- the different mills and workshops, who seldom back will be here April 1. don. Sheriff challenged Mltohell to spar to a have an opportunity of witnessing a game except has ball man, who had seen the Holyokes practicing, man. THB veteran pedestrian, William Richards, told me the other day that they would completely finish for $1,000 a side. __ MIKE GOLDKS, pitcher of the old Milwaukee and on Sunday. been engaged by President Lucas to act as super­ annnlhilate the goody-good, don't-lusn-a-bit Springfield clubs, and at one time famous, is at OSTE pleasing feature of the coming season Is the intendent of Union Base Ball Park for one year Springfield aggregation...... Work will be pushed present in Kookford, 111., employed as night watch- early attention given to the National game by the from date. It is safe to say that no better selection at Riverside Park in a few days and everything A Skating Dog. newspapers. Indeed, greater Interest than ever be­ could have been made. Besides having hosts of put in good condition...... The first game in this A Bridgeport, Conn.,youtUnamed Allbosha . fore is noted among the press, indicating a strong friends Richards is energetic and capable and his will be April 3d (Fast Day), when the Spring- Haven Register PMSIDBMT SODKK. of the Boston Club, hai In­ growth of the sport all over the land. work will be a labor of love, for it is a certainty city has, according to the New duced the horse car companies to provide extra and healthy fields will endeavor to exterminate the Holyokes. trained a pet dog to perform on roller skates. The people, too, are thus early talking base ball that no man in the country has a stronger attach­ will play here April 29. facilities to and from the Boston ground oa match and crying for the season to open. Verily, base ment for athletic sports nor a greater desire to The Buffalos A private exhibition was given recently at ball will boom this year. promote them. His experience on the English Answers to Correspondents. the Gem rink, only a select few being pres­ ^ HH official umpires of the American Association wigwam In the rear of Spaldlng's sporting- pedestrian parks will be invaluable in directing ent The skates are made of celluloid, quit* purpose THB the construction of the cinder path work on which TIM McCLOSKBY, N. Y. The exact amount Is will meet April zln Columbus, O., for the goods store is a neat reading and writing room for known only to himself, but his share was over light and small enough to fit the dog's foot Jf dMWUng upon the interpretation of the playing all players. All the principal base-ballpapers In will shortly begin, and his knowledge of athletic training will enable him to render excellent ser­ $4,000. After they aw adjusted by Mr. Allboshe tha iM|lO6. the country are kevt on file there, including the Brooklyn. The Brook­ March 27: At present things Cincin­ vice in conditioning the ball players for their work. CONSTANTNSTANT HBADBR. dog starts out with different movements *, Del., SPORTISO LIFE, Clipper, American Sports, lynyn Club has thus far arranged the follow­ from his owner, when he rises »re slow concerning base ball; Snyder.Say and Bas- nati Commercial Gazette, Cleveland Herald, and A meeting of the Harrisburg Base Ball Associa­ ing games for April: Brooklyn vs. Cleveland, at until a signal teln arrived to-day. The nine are down to hard the Chicago Herald. The profeah In Chicago ap­ tion was held Friday evening at which considera­ 12 and 14; Brooklyn vs. New and skates on his hind legs, giving the Dutch ble business was transacted. By a vote of the Brooklyn, April with quite a wag­ training. preciate "Al'«" kindness.' York,or, ata Brooklyn,, April 16,, and at the Polo roll and other movements THK Allegheny Council has taken off the tax of JOHN O'Ror/RKB has not yet signed with any stockholders present it was decided that the man­ Grounds, New York City, April 26; Brooklyn vs gish air. Afterwards he drops upon his fore not sign a con­ ager quarter all the players at the boarding house April 17; Brooklyn vs $16 per game from the Allegheny Club, and no fees club and is not reserved. He did of Mrs. LVvl Wolfluger, South and Filbert streeU. Philadelphia, at Brooklyn, legs and skates with his back ones elevated. »re charged when the home club participates in tract with the "Mets" last year, but played on a New York, at the Polo Grounds, New York City It is a most laughable performance and would verbal contract and for big money. John is a bag Season tickets were also ordered at $20. They will AoriAoril 18; Brooklynrooyn vs.s. Providence,rvn, at Brooklyn the game. gagemaeter on the Eastern Shore line and gets a Include not only admission to the grounds, but to April 19, 21 and 22; Brooklyn vs. Boston, at BooBrook draw packed houses if his owner would con­ THK Dartmouth College nine will play the Hart leave of absence when he plays. He expects to be the grand staui The uniforms of the club for the lyn, April 23 and 24; Brooklyn vs. Buffalo, at sent to exhibit him. This, however, he re­ made a conductor before long, but will play ball opening of the season will consist of gray suits with Brooklyn, April 25 and 26: Brooklyn vs. New York, fuses to do. We suspect this dog story i& red stockings and belts, the same as at the close, o Brooklyn, April 28, and Brooklyn vs. Detroit, at this season for the earth. last season Robt. T. Beatty, the efficient ticket at like the trainer's name Allboshe, THB Trenton Club will cross bats with the Phila­ seller oflast year, waa unanimously re-elected and Brooklyn, April 29 and 30. delphia Club next Saturday. They hope to give THE LIFE. 2.

marvels named other curiosities claim attention at MISPLACED ENTHUSIASM. one of the three capell-meisters of the Vienna Opera. the fact that the proprietor of a Brooklyn hotel re­ the Museum, and In the lecture-room a varied and The other two are Herren Hans Hichter and Fuchs. fused to permit the little animal to remain MUSIC AND DRAMA. clever performance Is in her given hourly. Novelties are The Encore Extortion and 1U Result*. Mr. Lawrence Barren has taken with him to room Mles Terry refused to continue a guest at hU announced for this week. The Museum Is open England his life-sized portrait by Mr. Frank D. hotel. every day except Saturday from 1 to 10 P. M., and If a man orders a dinner, eats it and enjoys Millet and his bronze bust by Mr. What IB Ctolng on in the Mimic World on Saturday from 10:30 A.M. to 10 r. x. J. S. Hartley. Lcster Wallack played "in January, 1883, an en­ it he does not, because he has paid for the The sale of seaU for thePatti concerts to be given gagement at the MountMorris Theatre, New York, appearing In his production —Footlight Flashes. same, consider that he has in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, April 1, com­ "Rosedale." He International Comique. a right to dupli­ menced on March 25, when over 2,100 seats were claims that a balance sum of $750 is still due. Suit A lengthy and attractive bill is presented at the cate the bill without paying an additional sold. was brought; the defense also entered suit for $2,000 International Theatre this week, being the last of Fraulein damages. A judgement was given last week in THE PROGRAMME THIS WEEK. the season, after having a successful run of over sum for the second supply. Why then is it Janisch, who is now at theThalia The­ favor of Mr. Wallack for **Z8.80 the full amount three months. atre, New York, is said to be an actress of remark­ claimed. The olio embraces Charles French that opera-goers, because an opera pleases able power, delicacy of execution and peculiar re­ Haverly'a Theatre. and Alice Clark, song and dance artists; Louise finement. Mrs. Charles Denison, a lady of prominence la Vavasour, the brilliant vocalist; Smith and them, force singers, through persistent and M. Chassalgne's delightful oomloopera "Falkft,1 Row­ the social circles of Baltimore and very wealthy, land, neat Irish song and dance artists; the old encroaching applause, to repeat again and M. Gounod, the composer, has completed the has signed a contract with the Madison Square 0 full of sparkling music and brilliant In stag favorite, Mamie Marrow; Tracy and Eagan, Col- again the selections that appeal especially to oratorio "Mors et Vita," a sequel to "The Redemp­ Theatre for next season to play as a star. The an­ effect, still continues to attract crowded audlencei Hns and Welch, the Cooper Bros., Harry Bryant. their fancy regardlessofthefaottbat they thus extort tion," for production at the Birmingham Music nouncement has created a decided stir in fashion­ Annie Wilson, John E. Kllne, J. Festival in 1885. mnd as presented by McCaull's Opera Comtque B. Mackln and what represents a double performance, while they able circles. Mrs. Denison has gained much repu­ the full corps of stock artists. The programme have in reality only paid for one, and that they are Mr. Henry Dlxey's new burlesque Is called tation as an amateur actrcse and is said to rest mole Company every charm possessed is fully Illustrated concludes with "Grandfather's Clock," which exhausting the singer and the patience of the more "Adonis." It deals of the story of a statute pur­ Mine. Modjeska. introduces the whole The enterprise of Colonel Haverly has established company. aenslble and judicious of the audience. The ordi­ chased by a wealthy widow and which turns out to A new name for it Mr. Sims Reeves, the tenor success for the theatre and placed It In the fore nary singer does not realize the detriment that be a living man. singer, in an interview declared that the sole cause most ranks as a popular and fashionable resort Chestnut street Opera will accrue to the voiceln yieldiugto the persistent T. Henry French has bought the comic opera of his frequent failures to fulfill engagements 13 House. demand for encores, nor does the same extent of nd In his effort to win recognition for the theatre Mr. and Mrs. Nat C. Good win "Nell Gwynne," of which Planquette is the com­ not brandy, but gout flying to his throat. He cal­ Manager Haverly has been ably assisted by Mana will commence at detriment follow as to the artiste whose voice pos­ poser. from Henderson. Just when It will be pro­ culated that during his career he had lost engagement on Monday evening. The musical sesses greater delicacy and contequently suffers £80,000 ger McCaull, who Is one of the most ambitious and comedy "Hobbles" will be presented, duced is uncertain. from this cause. That Is why we smile. He pro­ prominent or successful operatic managers. and as the more material detriment. From this same greed poses Mc­ opening piece, "Those Bells," In which Mr.-Good- for repetition One hundred thousand dollars was the cost o* to make a tour of America as a fitting closej Caull Is said to hare a corner on comio opera Mine. Ceclle Fernandez has of late the production of "Michael Strogoff" in Paris. to his artistic career. lingers, and the fact that success Is Inscribed upon win will give Imitations of Mr. Henry Irvlng. suffered keenly, owing to the tax plaoed upon her by the audiences that have thronged Haverly's The piece ran nearly two years, and yielded the The question as to who shall be "the great Ills every venture seems to endorse the theory. management upwards of $700,000. lalnt," or, in other words, manage the Metropolitan 'Falka.'' In Its every detail and particular, Is more Chestnut Street Theatre In remanding again and again the num­ Theatre. bers accorded Falka, ana has, owing to the strain Mary Anderson will not return to this country In Opera House, N. Y., seemf still unsettled. Kumort admirably represented at Haverly's Theatre than agree to disagree; some state that It was at tbe Comedy Theatre, London, where Miss Mile. Rhea's engagement, which closed on Sat- thus placed upon her voice and a delicate throat, the summer, as reported In some quarters. She the directors are day evening, will De followed on Monday night by been out of the bill more than once. Leading will rest over there and open the Lyceum early in dissatisfied with the contract sent over by Mr. Gye; "Violet Cameron appeared In the title role, or at another tells the Opera Cotnique, Paris, at which theatre Mile. a revival of "The Silver King." opera singers abroad do not sing every night ana the fall with "Romeo and Juliet." that Abbey will be manager of the rarely as often as four times a week. Comlo opera house under salary. A definite settlement will bo Marguerite Ugalde created the part of the heroine Mrs. Annie Lewis Johnson, the English drama­ reached shortly; meanwhile gossip is busy. of "Drolt d'AInesie." "Falka" abounds In pretty Arch Street Is deemed by many to call for less exeivlon on the tist, now in this country, and whose great drama Theatre. part of a singer than grand opera, but while as a Miss Helen Tracey, the actress, who has been music of the popular type, contains a charming "Vim" "Maurla" will be produced next season, has been trio In tbe first act, a duet in the second and a trio was enacted on Saturday night for the rule It does not command the highest order of very 111, but Is recovering rapidly. playing the role of Kellie Denver, wife of The Silver duo and solo In the third In themselves well worth last time, and a return engagement of bdouin and lyric talent, it demands more constant effort on the King, is said to have married, on Wednesday last, ganger's Sparks Company in a "Bunch of Keys" vocal organ. The public cannot too soon realize Miss Ellen Terry has been pressed to enter soci­ a person by the same the price of admission. "Falka" will be continued ety all over the country, but has declined many of Goodwin. The ceremony until further notice and bids fair to enjoy a long will claim attention on Monday. the fallacy of enforcing extortionate encores, which was, as is told, performed by Rabbi Moses and the displays a gratification of self rather than a re­ Invitations for lack of time. A reception was given name given by the lady Is quoted as Minnie and prosperous run. in her honor in Brooklyn last week. New- Falka" came with Lent and having fulfilled Arch Street Opera House, fined and judicious appreciation of an artiste and ington. The affair, if true, has been kept a secret, 1U mission of amusing us during the season of Is very foreign to good taste. The Callender Spectacular Minstrels sailed for but the affair does not seem to be authentic. Helen penance Is to depart at Easter. The fiat has gone Marie Geistlnger and the New York Thalia London. March 29th. where they are to appear for Tracey has certainly never been known as Minnie) forth that it will be withdrawn after two weeks Opera Company will commence an engagement on a number of months at the theatre controlled by Newington. longer. The last performances Monday night, when "A Trip to Africa" will be GRATJ IN TROUBLE. Messrs. Allison, Rignold and Frohman. will occur on Sat­ performed It Is positively asserted that the contract whiett urday, April 12. On Monday evening will take for the first time in Philadelphia, Mr. L. F. Brine, the baritone singer, who has Manager Gye proposes with the directors of the place tbe debut of Miss Bertha Klccl in the title ————•——— Hli Comic Opera Company Come to Grief. gratuitously used his voice for charitable purposes metropolitan Opera House includes an agreement role of Falka. Miss Riccl Is a young American National Theatre. The Gran Comic Opera Company reached an un. on many occasions, was recently accorded a testi­ on the part of the directors to lower the ceiling of artist who is already favorably known to Phlla- monial benefit at Eberle Hall, New York. the auditorium 20 feet, cutting off the family circle) delphlam, having been heard here with "Hearts of Oak," with Its realistic scenes, will fortunate climax at Cincinnati on March 25, owing Colonel claim The Henderson Claire and The Forge Master altogether. The two upper tiers of the new Opera, Mapleson's company two seasons ago In "La attention on Monday night. James A. to the fact that the manager, M. J. Grau, had not House are worthless, as It Is next to Impossible to Favorlta" and other operas and also as Gauntest Herne's play and company are well known to this Company will be reorganized shortly, and will public. the wherewithal to meet his expenses or to pay the then play for the balance of the season In the prin­ see or hear from them, unless directly in frost. Laura In tbe original production of "The Beggar bills of the company. Twenty-one members of the cipal cities throughout the United The change will tax the exchequer to tbe tune of Student." Tbe young lady will take the place States. about $50,000. Tendered vacant by the departure troupe were boarding at the ciueenCHy Hotel and Mr. Charles Wyndham terminated his American of Madame Local Jottings the amoi-nt owed reached $234. Mr. Grau paid The Standard Theatre, New York, is to be re­ Ceolle Fernandez. who has been suddenly recalled We have now reached part engagement in New Orleans and will sail shortly to England by private affairs of an urgent nature. the two final weeks of the of the bill, but his note for a balance of $54 for England. He will open his new Criterion The­ built and the work is already under way. The new Lenten season, but as yet the theatrical managers was refused by Mr. Volgt, the proprietor, and the structure will be on a different and improved plan. It was certain, however, that Madame Fernandei have little to say as regards baggage atre, London, on April 14th, Easter Monday. would in any case have been compelled to re­ Lent having any very held. Members of the company have sued Manager Henderson has, it is said, the refusal of material effect on the business of the theatres ol Mr. Grau and Mrs. Hafght even went so far as to Miss Clara Morris will probably appear at the the lease, but the rent proposed seems to leave) linquish her role, as an acute climatic affection 01 Philadelphia. The Gaiety Theatre, London, towards the end of June. th« throat from which she so constantly suffered falling off in the receipts, due denounce the manager as a dead beat and to at­ very little margin when coupled with all the at­ to the cause of religion, has. In fact, not been tempt to shoot him. Miss Bessie Grey, the lead Her repertoire will include the various characters tending expenses of running a theatre. Colonel rendered it extremely hazardous for her to use her great in which she has won reputation in America Tolce, and£her medical adviser if one may judge from the slightly dimin­ ing lady, claims between $800 and $900. Tbe com­ Haverly and Mr. Charles Frohman are also in the) had pressed ished size of the audiences in some of our resorts. pany started out in June last, but have played to a Colonel Haverly will send the largest minstrel field. Haverly has offered a rental of $25,000 and upon her the absolute necessity of a long rest. Holy week and Passion Mme. Fernandez sailed Saturday for England in week will terminate Lent: very varied business. Manager Grau is making company to London and Paris, in may, that has is willing to take it on a lease for a term of years. as a rule they are strictly observed by Catholics every effort to settle the unfortunate trouble, and ever crossed the Atlantic. They sail May 14th, and the Gulon steamship Oregon. She had become a and Mr. George A. Edwards, the minstrel, has en­ great public favorite, by reason both of her artistic Episcopolians, denominations largely repre­ In despite of the unpaid bills that have been open at the Drury Lane Theatre, London, May tered suit against Messrs. Brooks, Dickson and sented in our midst, but of late years we have poured in upon him sympathy has not been want­ 31st. excellence and her ladylike manner, and her de­ been hearing more about the theatres, and the ing. Clapham. the amusement managers, who em­ parture will be cordially regretted. There wil many attractions - Lotta recently saw fit to eliminate the pathetic ployed him. as he asserts, for a term of forty weeks also be two other changes in tbe cast. The part ol set forth are apt to weaken good scenes from 'The Old Curiosity Shop," out has in 1881-2 at a salary of $30 per week to act as resolutions, while the approach of Easter will call An Interview Condensed. Mexina will be enacted on Monday night by Mme for fresh indulgence in pleasure. For the many wisely restored the play to its original form. The comedian In a minstrel troupe. Suit has been Florenza d'Arona (her first appearance], and Mr life seems Irving says: light and shade afforded by said scenes is one of brought to recover $600. The defence claimed that A. H. Bell will replace Mr. Harry Standlsh la the too short for thought; too brief for reflec­ its charms. said Edwards was simply employed from week to tion. "Best of health." rolejof The Senetchal, In "Falka." It Is rumored that Mile Emma Nevada, the Cali­ week, that the company proved a failure and wag "Had a glorious time." disbanded and that he signed a full and complete/ The second Philadelphia "Delighted with the people." fornia prlma donna, who has achieved success In May Musical Festival Paris, has cabled to Signer Peruginl. of McCaull's release. Walnut Street Theatre. consisting of eight performances, five evening and "A trifle thinner from work." three afternoon, will commence May 6th at the "Like American people excellently well." Opera Company, to go to Europe to sing EMno in The new theatre for amateurs to be erected this Miss Fanny Davenport will commence her long Academy of Music. The chorus will number 600 "Audiences quick in perception and enthusi­ "La Sonnambula." summer in New York will be called The Lyceum. leralded engagement on Monday evening and voices and the orchestra astic." M. Casauran's play, "The Fatal Letter "has been It will be built by an association of twelve stock­ 100 performers. Dis­ holders on a plot of ground, fifty by will produce for the firit time in' Philadelphia M tinguished soloists will take part, and the com­ "First night in new city the worst as regards read at the Union Square Theatre. The novelty one hundred posers Beethoven.R^iff. Goetz, Schumann, Mendels­ business." will be produced April 14th, and the cast will In­ feet, adjoining tbe Academy of Design in Fourth Tictorien Sardou's play of "Fedora," of which go sohn, Godard. Saia and others will be represented "Shakesperean plays drew better than others." clude Miss Helen Barry, Miss Kate Dennin, Mr. avenue. It Is expected to be completed and ready much has been said and In which she Impersonates in the works selected. "Hamlet attracted largest audiences." Charles Walcot and others. for use by the 15th of October. It will be devoted especially to the use of amateur theatrical com­ the role of,the heroine. The drama, as Is general! * « * "Chicago and Chicago audiences Impressed most Eva West, the soubrette actress, favorably." is now In San panies. Each stockholder will have the house foe known, was written for Sara Bernhardt. The story Forney's Progress, one of the most ably-edited of Francisco and in want and destitution. She has his own use during four nights of the year, oa our weekly publications, "Now correcting proof-sheets of book upon an invalid mother slowly but of the dram a has, since its first production at tbe is nowpublishingsketches America." surely dying of a which nights he will be as much proprietor as he Paris Vaudeville Theatre, been so frequently and of Philadelphia journalists, among whom many cancer. The Actors' Fund should extend a help- would be of his own home. talented women are numbered. Sir. John W. For- "Book to be a sort of chronological sequence, Ing hand to this most pitiable case. minutely recounted that a mere outline of the plot composed of notes and jottings. Will be published Mrs. Langtry has now adopted a new means to will suffice to recall it fully. The Princess Fedora, ney, the editor of Progreis, is, as was his father be­ Oecar Wilde, who has discarded knee breeches fore him, a gifted journalist, and May Forney, the about the middle of May." reach cheap advertisement and is announced to young Russian widow, Is engaged to be married "Will sail for England April 30." and resumed the prosaic trousers, has been deliv­ have indulged In a stroll of 22 miles in Ohio. to a Russian noble named Vladimir who, cuspeoted youngest daughter of the late John Forney, Is also ering. at the Crystal Palace. London, his lecture of being an able writer. "Will return to America in the autumn. Open Reaching Dayton. Ohio, March 24, she made a ten a Nihilist, Is murdered. Fedora deter­ in Canada, arriving In New York about second "Impressions on America." He claims that Ameri­ mile tour of the city on foot with her manager and mines to be revenged and suspects Loris Ipanoff of week in November." cans are the noisiest people in the word. then struck out into the country alone and walked being the murderer. She follows him to Paris and On Easter Monday, April 14th, "Falka" will be "Will add other Shakesperean plays Mr. Frank I. Frayne has concluded not to the village of Little York and back, a distance In order to elicit from him a confession of his guilt succeeded at Haverly's by Strauss' popular opera, to reper­ to play leads blm toire, also 'Richelieu.'" in this country next season. He sailed from New of 22 miles. The "stroll" did not include the wait to fall In love with her, but soon finds "The Merry War," with the original cast of the "Sorry to have Mr. Terrlss leave company, bnt York for England March 18th on the Wyoming. around the city. The tramp certainly suggests a, that the, on her part, reciprocates the passion ol McCaull Opera Comique Company from the Casino. part on friendly terms, despite all reports to tbe He is to open on March 31st at the Rotunda, Liver­ very incredible feat. If the report be true she de­ the Muscovite, yet none the less she plots for his New York, and the same magnificent costumes and contrary." pool, in his new play serves to be ranked henceforth as one of the destruction. Lorit finally confesses to having accessories, including the much-talked of brigade entitled "Hagar." best "No one as yet secured to fill the place of Mr. Mme. Theo. "walking ladies" on the stage. killed Vladimir because he misled his wife, and of handsome girls clad in the silver mail of the Terriss." who is now singing In Nice, has fedora .finding she had been deceived by her be­ army of the Genoese Republic. signed an agreement with Mr. Maurice Grau for BOSTON, Mass., March 28. In tbe United States trothed, rejoices In the fact of his having been "Mist Terry will return next fall. She has met an engagement in the United States. The condi­ Circuit Court a bill of complaint was filed by rightfully punished and loves Ltris all the more with much social attention in all parts of the coun­ tions are 30,000f. per month for ten months. Mme. Georgiana Drew Barrymore, wife of Maurice wildly. Her plans and schemes for revenge have, It Is said that Fanny Davenport suffers not a try." Theo will leave for New York In August. Barrymore, in reference to the alleged unau­ little in health owing to her regime of semi-starva­ "Season a wonderful financial success." thorized use of the play however, periled the life of her lover, who has been tion and Is almost prostrated at times In the vio­ On their departure for San Francisco Mr. Wm.E. "Nadjezda" by the* denounced as a spy and as well his entire family, Sheridan Modjecka company. »ow performing- at tbe lent scenes of "Fedora." It Is told that MlssDav- and Miss Louise Davenport were met *t Globe Theatre. The bill Is all being accused of being Nihilists. Torn by re­ anpcrt wij.1 JJv* «« <»'r and as itctrc motf KB* IB |l 38I1*-" -• brought against Chas. morse Fedora takes potion and in aerpair and many admirers. Cantovtila, «\»Yu» Bctenta 4nd Helen Boxenta, of California, and ble to hold body and soul together during the next It has been suggested by Mr. P. B. QU. Sherlo.au as Fred. Sllneon agony confesses tke truth and wins from Lorit a three years and then hopes to "retire from the Unrepresentative American tragedian. and John Stetson, of Boston. Mrs. forgiveness that soothes her dying moments. The more, the well-known Barrymore declares that she is tbe joint author the stage and eat." musician, to organize Under tbe 'Wallack-Frohman arrangement it is and sole proprietor of the play, role of Fedora demaids much of an actress. Fanny understood that all members of the regular and complains »r Davenport is said in her performance to reproduce in the city of New York, as in Berlin, a com­ divers infringements and violations of tbe agree­ The prospect of the proposed benefit for Mr. pany for next season are to sign contracts for a ments In respect to the representation of the conception of Sara Bernhardt. The supporting municipal band under the pay of the city term of fifty weeks. Hereafter au annual tour is to the play company Includes Mesfrs. Eugene McDowell, S. Chas. Southwell, the treasurer of Haverly's Theatre, on certain rights and asks for an injunction. meets the warm approval of all. Southwell. al­ authorities. The musicians included in the be made by Wallack's Theatre Company. C. Dubois, Spencer Harrison, Miss Ada Monk, organization are to be regularly appointed and Dramatic Times: A novel plan of papering the Miss Marie Sheldon, Miss Helen Bertram and though young in years, has long been Identified Henry Irving's gross receipts in fourteen weeks, house was adopted during the last with theatrical interests, and is held in high esteem assigned to duty in the police or park-keeper's playing in the four cities of New York, Boston. few weeks or others. The leading member of the company Is force and to be called upon to "Princess Ida" at the Fifth Avenue Theatre. named In Mr. R. it. Mantell, who Impersonates a£ a man of the strictest inteirritv andftas a gentle­ attend to said duties Philadelphia and Chicago footed up $224.587. He Whenever a man laughed (he could man. His benefit will pack the Iheatre. except In the summer season, when concerts are will unquestionably carry back to England agree­ be easily dis­ the character of Loris Ipanojf', and whose acting of given In the Park, when they could be relieved of tinguished) an usher was sent down to get big the role Is said to be full of power. The success of * » * able recollections of his visit to this country. address and a couple of seats were sent him for the "Fedora" all other duties. Mr. Gllmore is so completely In this country is said to have been due, Haverly's Theatre has been connected by tele­ Imbued with the opinion that success would attend It 19 reported that Mme. Schalcbl will sing at next night. It was the reward of endurance. The In much, to the fine support accorded the star by phone, and seats the Academy of Music, New York, during the audiences were so small and the amusement so Bobert B. may be secured three weeks in the scheme that he has offered to assume the con­ Mantell as Ipanoff. advance, not only in Philadelphia, but by parties trol of the organization If It be formed and has spring season. Her engagement with Mr. Abbey rare that whenever a laugh came it was eapy to ———•——— living in Camden, Gloucester, Trenton, Chester, terminates April 22d. and as she proposes to sail single out the individual from the stage box, where perfect faith in achieving success. If a municipal for London April Club Theatre. Norristown, Bristol, West Chester, Woodbury, Con- band would prove, according to the G-llmore the­ 30th the rumor Is doubtless idle. Mr. Stetson had somebody sit the whole evening shohocken, Phoenixvllle, Pottstown, Wilmington, ory, a profitable thing lor Central Park why not The Czar of Russia has sickened of Italian Opera for no other purpose, rhe reason the audiences The Club Theatre still draws its usual overflow Media, etc. for Fairmount Park? Tbe plan adopted In Berlin and has resolved, it Is said, to pull down the house were not larger, even with this system of papering, ing audience, much to the credit of Its able man­ will bear the examination in which it. is given In two years more, and allow was that not more than five or six people woufij of our Park Com­ laugh In a whole ager, Harry Wood. Last week Mile. Cent and F. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. S. Knight will shortly pro- missioners. no more Italian opera to be given. The deficit on evening and it was found in most the opera for 1883 at St Petersburg was two million cases that they were repeaters who discovered the) D. F. Decker played to good houses, Jeppe and roubles. trick of getting free seats and laughed anyhow. It Footlight Flickering!. carries out the theory that no man would'laugh at Fannie Delano adding materially to the olio of News comes from India that Genevieve Ward, specialty artists. Next week a grand double.bill Miss Marie anything^ in "Princess Ida" without an object in whose play will probably be produced In this city Jansen has recovered from her recent the American actress, reached Bombay, India, view. The cheapest will be presented, Introducing Mme. Qlrard ere long. Marble will have to try again for a title. Illness. January 9th, after a way in the world would be to, Oeyer's English Novelty Company, coupled rough and perilous voyage. hire professional hilarists. with * . * Miss Belle Jackson will again star in "The Pro­ Miss Ward was to make her first appearance in m ^ Paddy and Ella Murphy's All-Star Specialty fessor." Melbourne, Australia, March 16, after a journey of Company. The olio includes the great Irish Mr David Peyser, late business manager of Col. Kennel Notes. comedians. Paddy and Ella Murphy, In their new T. Slater Smith's dramatic company, will act as Mr. Thomas Whiffen and wife will sail for Europe 14,593 miles. comedy entitled "That Woman;" Onzalo, the business agent for John P. Smith. Mr. Peyser is a in June. Of Mr. Henry Guy Carleton's tragic play of On April 8,1884, there will be a quarterly meet- gymnastic wonderjMiss genial gentleman, and "Memnon," much praise Is being spoken. It is said Ing of all the members of the Eastern Field Trial* Carrie Warde.the Zenonles will make friends for him­ Owen Fawcett, his wife and daughter, will visit Club in conjunction with the board Brothers, in daring gymnastic exercises; the self and others. He closed his engagement with England this summer. to bear some resemblance to Eber's romance of "An of governors. Arabian Juggler Burtlne, his first appearance in Col. Smith on the 29th. Egyptian Princess." The contrasts are bold Bnd The Toronto dog show opened March 28 at * » * Sir Robert Randal is no longer advance agent po-verful, the versification lofty and the climaxes Horticultural Gardens. Every three yean; Annie White, burlesque artist, and for Charles Wyndham. available space) last, but not least, Joe and Annie Burgess, the Lizzie Harold's Princess Chuck Company have well managed. was occupied, including the corridors and halls. pleasing comedy sketch artists. Independent of again disbanded. Mrs. Harold-Comley Is now at The total receipts of Henry living's tour will Miss Mary Anderson Is shortly to give the Lon­ A black bitch owned by a gentleman of Almlra, this lengthy programme Mme. Glrard Geyer will her home in West Philadelphia, which is rendered probably foot up over $400,000. doners her Bianca in "Fazio." London society is 111., recently gave birth to a litter of seven puppies, introduce her famous troupe of statuesques, repre­ particularly bright by a lovely child. It is under­ Marie Prescott is the latest engagement for the amused by a story now in circulation that Lord nve of which were of Newfoundland type,and two of senting some realistic pictures, and concluding stood that the sprightly actress will have a new Cincinnati Dramatic Festival. Coleridge nas made her an offer of marriage which almost pure Scotch terrier form. with the latest European sensation "The Prismatic play for next year. Miss Hope Glenu, the English she refused. Mary should advertise In a more It Fountain," making In all an entertaining and * . * contralto, will re­ dignified way. has been suggested that a grand pointer nnequaltd bill. Matinees Tuesday. Thursday and turn to America In September. iweepttake should be given by the 'Westminster Saturday. _ "ThePavementsof Paris," translated from Belot's Hoyt's "Rag Baby," Is said to have scored a sue" Mr. John Lavine, Mr. Gye's representative, de­ Kennell Club Bench Snow in May. The winner play "Les Pave de Paris," will follow the run of cess in the New England Circuit. nies positively the rumor current in musical circles therein to be known as the champion pointer «f ' Fedora" at the Walnut Street Theatre. The play- to the effect that Mr. Gye had written to a well- America. New Central Theatre. named is a melo-drama. and will Herr Bonarritz's opera entitled "Ostrotlka," will known ticket speculator in New York stating be produced in be produced in New York April 1. that The St. Lout* bench show will be held April 15, M. B. Leavltt's Hentz-Santley Combination will fine style, very handsome scenery being one of its he had made up his mind not to come to New 10 and 17. Exhibitors at Cleveland will have appear on Monday evening. A large constellation demands. Mrs. J. W. Summers (Lillian De Garmo) died at York next season. ten * . * days' Test for their dogs, and ample time before- of specialty performers is named in the variety her home in Norman, 111., March 25. M. Labouchere slaughters Miss Fortescue and going to New York. The premium list IB in the. organization announced and the programme ot the "Orpheus and Eurydice" will bo heard at the P. T. Barnum, the great showman, U leventy- Mr. Gilbert one for showing herself as a curiosity printer's hands. week makes a strong appeal to all lovers of the Chestnut Street Theatre. It Is an English version slx years old and enjoys good health. and the other for making money out of the scandal. In spite of rain, mud and mire the varied. The company Includes thirty favorite of Offenbach's "Orphce aux Enfers," and cost It Is his opinion that the lilted fairy has not spring hunt- specialists, uniting three great novelties, namely, A new variety theatre is to be built In Brooklyn. lost Ing season has been finally got under way. The> $15,000 to produce. The work has proven an Im­ It is to cost $30,000 and will open in October. much by a desertion which has raised her salary Meadow Brook Club has had a fifteen-mile "Our Social Club," the famous American and mense success at the Bijou Theatre, New York. from £3 to £15 a week. run, European vaudeville stars and the sparkling bur­ Mr. Walden Ramsey has signed a contract with which was accompanied by the usual acrobatic} lesque extravaganza entitled "Don Jose, the * .. # the Madison Square Theatre for next season. Annie Flrmin is likely to be seen as the stellar performances, but resulted in nothing but intenio Spanish Dude." The performance, as indicated Mr. J. P. Leotsakos, of the University of Athens, light of a new play next season. She Is now in enjoyment to all participants. Barnum's great show is drawing crowds of specta­ New York, Interested In a delightful course of by the lengthy programme, gives promise of being Greece, will, upon Tuesday evening, lecture at tors at the Madison Square Garden, New York. Dr. G. J. Royce, of Topeka, Kan., urges the for­ one of the most brilliant variety bills of the season Association Hail, upon "Greece in Her Glory and study and looking more beautifulthan ever. She mation of a National Coursing Club,and thinks that and will be found to abound In admirable variety Greece of the Present Day." The lecture will be Doorak's "Stabat Mater" was given for the first has been too long away from the stage and her re­ as Kansas would be the natural centre for a general features. The burlesque Introduces in the illustrated by 75 superb stereoptlcan views. time In this country at Manuel Hall, New York. turn will be warmly welcomed. meeting, steps should be taken to hold a conven­ "Mashers' Quadrille" a new sensation. The cast * . * Sig. Salvini, the tragedian, has made arrange­ A social event of interest took place at the Acad­ tion there for this purpose at an early date. Lover! will include Miss Edith Sinclair In the title role ments for a tour In Russia before he comes to Amer­ emy of Music, New York, March 29th, namely the of the gray hound should address Dr. Royce on the/ Mils Lulu Mortimer as Martinet, the belle of The Walnut Street Theatre and Chestnut Street ica. presentation of "lolanthe" by the Ladies Dramatic subject. Theatre have both offered Manager John P. Smith ___ Seville, and as well all the members of the com­ Fred Vokes, the actor, has passed the bankrupt Union, of New York. It is said to have been a pany. ____«____ ;ime for "Between Two Fires." Charley Stanley, financial success, and will Sporting Notes. the future HayHoom, says his part In the comedy is examlnat.on. His liabilities are £3,710. He has greatly swell the fund simply immense. no assets. for the Home for Chronic Invalids. A tournament between members of the Phila­ BIJon Theatre. » * Harrigan and Hart will produce their new play George Fortescue claims to have had no part In delphia Chess Club is now progressing. the recent troubles in the Rice Pop Company, Edmund Falconer's Irish drama, "Elleen Oee: Pattl Rosa, who supported Charles Gardner in "Tribulation," at the Theatre Comique, New York, as A clog dancing match la about to be arranged r, Dark's the Hour before the Dawn," wai pro? March 31, ' was reported from Pittsburg, Pa. He says he' left between Bob Wynstanley and Horace Wheatly "Karl" at the New Central last week, is an actress the company in accordance with a for duced at the matinee of Saturday and will be of considerable ability, and quite equal to Gard­ In London recently ten Episcopalian bishops perfect under­ 1,000. repeated at every performance until April 5 ner as an attraction. standing and is now In New York to rehearse a except at the matinee of Wednesday, voted against admitting the public to amusements burlesque part In which he will appear shortly. Two patient cribbage players In Boston have) when by * » * on Sunday. played 23,000 games and at latest accounts one was special request "Tbe Pearl of Savoy" will be Miss Jennie Dlckenon, tbe contralto of Dr. only one game ahead of the other. given. "Elleen Oge" was first acted in this coun­ At Haverly's Theatre the returns of the week end- Miss Isabella Eveeson has been engaged by Mr. Armlston's church. New York, will sail for London try by Mr. and Mrs. Wm. J. Florence, being pro­ ng March 15th presented a total of $7.000. There Charles Wyndham for his London English provin­ by the England. She goes abroad for pleasure and Two New York dogs named Tip and Brindla duced at the Grand Opera House In 1871 It Is has been no falling off since, and "Falka" Is having cial company. to pursue the practice of her profession. She is fought on Long Island, March 24, for $500 a side. one of the most pleasing of Irish plays, and the a tremendous run. Brlndle killed his opponent, his backers winninic * * * M.Vancorbeil, director of the Paris Grand Opera, said to have a voice of power and fine quality. bay-making scene, enlivened by singing and has offered M. Gayarre 200,000f. for an engagement She will probably appear hereafter In comic opera. about $3,000. r s dancing, never falls to elicit applause The Miss Annie Dicklnson is sick in Chicago. The of five months. The engagement of Mr. Daly's company In Lon­ William Lowney, of New York, defeated Cham­ pretty drama Is written In four acts, and the lead- Philadelphia lecturer will, as soon as sufficiently pion George A. Beach, of this city, in the ovster- Ing characters, Elleen Moriarty, Brian Miss Helen Terry will bring her daughter to don is only for six weeks, and is merely experi­ O'Farrell recovered, start on a tour of California. New York after the latter's deout at the Lyceum mental. Should the style of entertainment, which >pening contest at the Club Theatre. March 28, Patrick O'Donnell and John Thomas, are enacted bv Theatre, for $250 a side, Lowney opened 100 to Beach's 93. MlssLlllieHInton, Mr. Wm. N. Griffith, Charles London. under his control has been successful in New York, D. Herman and Jay Hunt. Irish drama never 'Nell Gwynne," Planquette's latest opera, which The maiden name of Mme. Anna Bishop, whole prove popular also in London he will probably go "Bob" and "Shamrock." owned respectively in. falls to attract well at the Bljon, and although made a hit in London. Is one of the probable at­ death recently occured at her home In New York, over again next season, that time for an extended New York and Long Island City, contested for $2W» somewhat If not entirely conventional In plot, the tractions at Haverly's Theatre. was Anna Riviere. stay. and gate money on March 24. After an hour and Story told In "Eileen Oge" * . * A San Francisco correspondent forty minutes Bob was whipped. Shamrock re- Is Interesting, and Mme. Theo will return in the autumn for a ten Bays: "Colonel celved while eentaining abundant fun, contains a pretty Pretty Miss Emma Carson, the fair Altxina of the months' tour of the United States, and will receive Mapleson's advent here has caused such a stench little injury. thread of a love plot. As Eileen Miss Hinton is alka Company, will be of the Emma Abbott $00,000 in payment. in the nostrils of decent people that it will take The Hudson Homing Club, of New York City, seen to great advantage. roupe during the summer. years before the odor will leave. His ways and arranged the following races for the coming sea­ * « * Mestayer and Barton will have a summer season means to capture the mighty dollar are anything son, viz.: Hamburg, Pa., 104 miles. May 4; of comic opera at Wallack's Theatre, opening May but fair and honest." California is decidedly hard Millersburg, Pa., 165 miles, May 11; Lewistown, Dime Mtuenm. Mr. Chas. Herman, the clever and popular actor, IS with "Mme. Piper." on the Colonel. Pa., 210 miles, May 18; Blalrsviile, Pa., 270 miles. AtHagar, Campbell it Co.'s Dime Musepm the tth recelve a beneflt »t the Bijou Theatre on April Fanny Davenport's receipts, during her tour in May 30; Steubenville, O., 343 mllee, June 14; cry Is, "they still come." and dally crowds pour In the South were seldom less than $900 a night, and An Ingenious Frenchman has patented an elabo­ Columbus, O., 473 miles, June 28. and » « * In the Western cities larger. rate process by means of which there will be shown out. thronging to the resort of the masses and n London an elecrtlo-lighted ballet at Easter time. At a sportsmen's convention at Toronto, March filling the halls and the rooms with wondering ."% Alfred Klein, the funny Brtther Pelican, of The Hoop of Gold Company, under the manage­ 27, to consider the game laws it was recommended gazers. Herr Haag, the singular man with ihe the Falka Company, has written a play. The scene is to be the new Empire Theatre In * * * ment of Mr. Charles Hicko, have been playing to Leicester square. Tbe opera to be adorned with that the close of the season for deer, elk, moose, elastic skin; Ell Bowen, the man with feet but no very large houses at San Francisco. the glow-worm amazons Is Herve's "Chllperlc," rrouse, partridge, woodcock and certain waterfowl legs; tbe tiny Adams Sisters; Amelia Hall, the "Kentucky Belle." "What strange things we revised and altered Be from December 15 to October 15, and that wonderfully fat girl; the giant couple, Mr and ee when we haven't a gun." Van Fotbach. Dion Boucicault is arranging to bring on "Robert to snlt the modern tastes. Mrs. O'Brlen; Dodrettl, Emmett" next season with Charles Coghlan, him­ prairie chicken and wild turkey be protected for the man with the Iron jaw- self and his son and daughter in the cast. MKs Ellen Terry's constant companion oa the * three years. It was also deemed advisable to pro­ the Boon family, and many other living cunosl- Henry Irvlng's first two weeks in Philadelphia Henry Irving tour has been a little dog, to which, hibit the phootlne of ducks of any kind after sunset iies delight tB» wonder-loving, In addition to the Herr Wllhelm Gericke. who will assume control though far from handsome, she Is fondly attached. or before daybreak. The Toronto gun club of the Boston symphony concerts nut autumn, IB It never leaves her night and day, and owing to that a delegation wait on tbe Government, THE

should make her especially valuable. In addition A TRAMP AMONG THE TROTTERS. THE TURF. to this she is a particularly well-shaped little unusually fast, and Phillips never dreamed that he mare, closely resembling her distinguished mother had made a good investment. Upon going to and The Preparation* for the Spring Campaign returning from the railroad station one day the in bodily development and about the limbs. Her distinction clear-cut head denotes much intelligence while in Philadelphia horse showed a great burst of speed, and the owner heroadin t AeUeTementB of a We«k News for LOT her eyes are especially conspicuous, being unusu­ was apprised of It. Very little was thought of the ally large and brilliant. Of course Mr Glingin The spring-like weather last week buoyed matter at the time but when Phillips rigged him up to a sulky for the first time and he showed 2:45 en of the Horse. proposes to breed Kitty Temule, but he is as yet np the spirits of the professional reinsmen undecided as to the particular horse. One thing and a few days afterward 2:36, he commenced to we are confident of and that is the young pro­ considerably, aud all preparations seems to believe that he had something more than an ordi­ OH THE TRACK. prietor of the Schuylkill Valley Stock Farm will nary horse. Mr. Strickland, who happened to be «- w°rth!,n|ston' the well-known harneu never regret the purchase of the first-born of the have been made by them to start upon their on the lookout for a pacer at the time, paid a visit "'d OD the road Iast we»k drir first mare that trotted In 2:20 or better. The busy life as quickly as circumstances will to Suffolk Park and liking the appearance of the Summary of the Week'8 Racing at Home and green horse offered Phillips $1,0.10 lor him. An an­ pictures frequently observed of a little bob-tailed permit. THE SPOUTING LIFE man, upon a swer was to have been given in a few day?, and in Abroad. mare with a colt by her side are Flora Temple and recent visit to several of the prominent training the meantime the horse was given another trial h.V°.^iKittSOtnr has ,had the mlsf<>itune to lose Sib- Below will be found details of the week's Kitty and are taken from the original oil painting quarters, found the stock generally to be In excel­ and to thcsurptisc of everybody paced a mile in Park L, i1' h"erCUleS 8inC?, """"rival at Jerome by Emanuel Troye, the famous animal artist,which lent condition, with the handlers unusually hope- racing at New Orleans: Is .now. , « e Possession of the executors of the es­ . . According to agreement Mr. Strickland tate of J. W. Bradley, Esq. went to the Park expecting to get tho horse, but TUESDAY, MARCH 26. Mr. John E. Turner has had six valuable horses Pnillips said that after such an exhibition as ho ,of?°va Temple had three colts, Kitty Temple, in In hand throughout the winter, viz.: Trinket, showed he would not take less than $1 500 The After more than a week of unpleasant 1888 by Rysdyk; Prince Imperial, in 1869, by Wm. 2:14; Santa Claus, 2:17%; Overman, 2:19>i: Cresco , horse was purchased at that price, and he showed Hiiro Handicap according to the advice of our Lon­ weather Tuesday afforded an opportunity for Welch, dain supposed to be by Imp. Trustee, now don correspondent "Watchman." owned by an Eastern gentleman, and The Q.ueen's S:30i^; Purity and a son of Mattie Lyle. Within mr. strickland such evidence of pacing worth that the racing to proceed. The track, however, Daughter, foaled in 1871, by Imp. Leamington. the past week the black gelding Dick Organ, he was entered in the spring meetings in Philadel- M Tr-iiT~.usand dollarsi " ' said, has been offered was heavy and the attendance meagre. Dur­ owned by Mr. P. F. Foy, of Philadelphia, has p i";, He Bot a part ofthe premiums at Suffolk nnw ! I?", Jhe y°arl'n8 brother of Early Rose, William Welch was sold to Mr. Robert Steel and taken up his old quarters iu the stable, and it it and Point Breeze parks, and was second to Kismet now in Kentucky. Jennie, the dam of Early Rose ing the day only one outsider was victorious by him to Mr. Richard Penistan, who took him to quite likely that before another week has gone by at Belmout in 2:23%. Had he not taken sick a is expected to foal soon to Belmont ' to gladden the hearts of the "hookers" and Kentucky, where he has since died. Mr. Welch few days before that race he would have undoubt­ sold The Queen's Daughter to Mr. Steel, who dis­ the great trotter, Edwin Thorne, and one or two iviM w°V B?..ckman' of Orange county, has sold to that was Fair Count, \vho after many at­ others will be added to the collection. The writer edly won It, His sickness took a dangerous turn Mr. W. C. 1 ranee, of St. Louis, the bay colt foaled tempts has secured a victory for the Pettin- posed of her to Col. Russell, owner of Smuggler. has very rarely seen a stable of trotters in better subsequently, and his life, it is said, was only saved general condition; in fact, Mr. Turner says he has by a miracle. He is a strongly built horse, wears June 1883 by Kentucky Prince, for $600; also a bay gill stable. Queen Esther, Marsh Redon and hardly ever had a sounder string of horses than at no artificial appliances and possesses a fine dispo­ filly foaled April, 1883, by Mansfield, for $800. Princess again proved themselves worthy the AN OLD BBEEDKR'S VIEWS. present. sition. That the doctor has got a bargain in Mr Charles Reed's first string of yearlings at name of racers in the first three races, which In looking over the stock In company with the Pronto Is generally conceded. his Falrvlew farm, near Gallatln. Tenm, comprises made favorite buyers comfortable. Sum­ Dr. Harvey Tells His, Experience with Stal- widely-known and skillful relnsman the doors nineteen colts and fillies by tho imported'sires llons and Brood Mares. were first opened to the "boi" containing the dis­ Col. Snowden Buyg Steve Maxwell. Highlander, Fechter, Hossifer and Longfellow mary: tinguished-bred stallion Santa Claus, 10 years old, Parse! , six furlongs. Queen Esther (101) Upon the subject of breeding the trotter There is no denying the fact that Col. 1st. Carl Beacons field (109) ad, Claude Brannon by Strathmore, he by Rysdyk's Hambletonian; we believe there is no gentleman in this dam Lady Thorne, Jr., by Williams' Mambrino, Suowden has been for a great many years (104) 3d; time, 1:21. son of Ericsson, he by Mambrino Chief. "I have Purse $ , one mile. Marsh Redon (103) 1st country whose opinions in the matter, as g well. Mart Boorham (90) 2d, Little Buttercup (99) 3d; never seen him look as well as he does now," said devoted to a good trotting horso. Of late Mr. John Lucas, president of the Keystone presented in a series of brilliantly written Mr. Turner In his usual careful way of expressing National Bank, purchased a very pretty sorrel time, 1:49. himself. "He has had full sway of a spacious field years his ambition has evidently been to ob­ Purse $ , half a mile. Princess (107) 1st, articles, have been more extensively read, or tain a donble team that would not only De a pony named Fancy at the sale last Friday for $100. Oilt (107) 2d, Hickory Jim (116) 3d; time, 0:52. throughout the winter when it was not storming It is to be hoped that Master Lucas will "fancy" , commanded greater respect, than those of and It has helped him amazingly. He was never as pleasure to himself, but a credit to tho gen­ mm. Purse $ , one mile 1100 y ards. Fair Count sound since he has been with me as he Is now." tlemen drivers of Philadelphia. That he has BUO- (105) lit, Hoi Sedam (103) 2d, Tllford (97) 3d; Dr. Ell wood Harvey, of Chester, Pa. Dr. The question of permanent ownership of the tet time, Santa Claus is owned by Mr. Cole, of California, ceeded partially toward that object there cannot of double harness ruffled oHat Uuele Billy Doble's Harvey's experience among high-bred trot­ and John W. Shaw, of N.Y. Trinket, the nine-year- be possibly a question of doubt, but it has only three weeks ago has not been settled as yet There THURSDAY, MARCH 27. ting stock dates back many years, and old daughter of Prlnceps and Oulda, shows that been a few days ago that he manaired to get a careful attention has been bestowed upon her. by double team together that will undoubtedly make are three to the «laim and it is highly probable The weather was scarcely as pleasant as during that time he has been enabled to col­ her strong and healthy appearance. In answer to a stir whenever the Colonel chooses to extend that it will bo decided by a throw-oll. I"""'""' might be on Thursday, a strong wind blow­ lect a mass of valuable information regard­ the question whether the prospects were favora­ them. It will be remembered that Col. Snowden t> Af Kempton Park March meeting the Kempton ing and at times threatening to rain. The ing breeding and the results that cannot possibly ble for lowering her record this year, Mr. Turner purchased last summer the handsome chestnut mare Park March Handicap Plato, two miles, over eight be questioned. In a late issue of Wallace^ said: "I expect her to be good enough for any­ rlorence, and soon afterward bought Captain hurdles, was won by Clio American bred chestnut track, however, was fast, and some good Monthly Dr. Harvey gives his experience with body's horse, and that means that I won't ask any Hunt, by Hambletonian Prlnce.the aircol Holene horse Idea (6), by imp. Glenolg, dam Item, by Lex- racing was the result. Summary: stallions and brood mares, which will be found to favors." The California gelding Overman, and Peralto especially to mate her. They were iiiKton, with 164 Ibs., defeating a Htrong field. Purse $ , seven furlongs. Riddle (92) 1st, be quite instructive. record 2:19i.£, by St. Elmo, has been jogged on the driven together for some time, and as far as speed The contract for the erection of the new club Black Jack (102) 2d, Lillie B. (102) 3d; time, 1:30%. "1 think a stallion," says Dr. Harvey, "should be road for about a inoHbh, and that moderate work was concerned, the gelding was all that could be house at the Latonla race course was awarded to Purse $ , five furlongs. Zampa (92) 1st. Matri- kept in good condition all the year and that there appears to have placed the speedy chestnut in desired. His other qualities, however, did not M. R. Haines at his bid of $10,600. This docs not money (105) 2d, War Sign (110) 3d; time, 1:08. is no change needed in the stud season. He should be splendid condition. The black gelding Dick Organ, quite come up to the requirements, and lan Include the stone work, hardware or mantels Tho Purse $ , one mile. Bonnie Australian (110) liberally fed, have all the water he wants when he record 2:25Ji, by Commodore, who was so carefully week Colonel Snowden exchanged him for the club house will probably be comploted lu time for 1st, Earl Beaconsnld (125) 2d, Tilford (102) 3d;time, wants it, should have a comfortable stall, that i», driven upon the road last winter by Mr. F. H. celebrated gray gelding Steve Maxwell, owned the spring races. well lighted ami ventilated, a gentle man for at­ Ellis, looks in prime condition, and the handsome by Mr. John D. Barry, proprietor of the well- Purse $ , seven furlongs. Lillie Dale (91) 1st, tendant and plenty of exercise «t such work as will trotter will probably comprise one of Mr. Turner's known road house at Macouin'a Dam. N Y John Kay, the celebrated 1mm; trainer died at Voltaire (97) 2d, Gollad (96) 3d; time, 1:32. be expected of his progeny. He should not be con­ principal campaigners this year. Another shapely Steve Maxwell Is a gray gelding, foaled 18(i7. He sheepsheud Bay on Saturday. March £i, on bin 08th, ditioned for racing during the stud season, but II black gelding in the stable Is Cresco, 16 hands was bred by Mr. M. H. Weaver, Fairneld, Nelson birthday. Ho was well known throughout America SATURDAY, MARCH 29. and often contributed Interesting itoms to the of racing blood he should be fit to show some speed high, record 2.30^, by Godfrey's Patchen, sire of county, Ky., and was got by Olo Bull, Jr., son of newspapers. His jovial face will be sadly inlssci Racing was continued on Saturday under at any time. I do not believe In stimulating his the famous gray gelding Hopeful, record 2:14%. Ole Bull, he by Old Pilot, dam by Grlgsby's during. the coming season. system during the season by excessive feeding, "Now, here is one/' said Mr. Turner, pointing to a Matchless Whale, second dam said to bo a Copper- favorable circumstances. Again the ma­ warm dressing and inaction, nor in allowing him finely-moulded little mare, full of quality, "which bottom mare, but her pedigree cannot bo traced John Curtls' black Kelilln« Mlteh won a trot In jority of favorites were unsuccessful, three to 'run down' when out of season for want of suffi­ we expect something from. This is Purity, 8 yean Maxwell greatly distinguished hlmsitlf during mile heats for $l(xi a cldc from Larry Finn's roan, out of the four being bowled over. Sum­ cient food and exercise. A horse should not be old, by Mlddletown. She is a dandy and no the campaign of 1880 by winning all the two-mile jtcldlnK A- P. T. on Seventh avenue, March 24, and mary: allowed to serve mares before he is mature. It mistake. Why, it's like pouring water down hill heat races iu which he started, netting a record of P. lfli-min!mr'« buy gelding I'llgrlm buatT.C. East- certainly hinders the development of any male for her to trot." We could not help thinking, 4:48X at Rochester, N. Y., and heatinir Flora man's bay team Captain Jack and Bob Acres by a Purse $ , seven furlongs Polonla (107) 1st, animal to copulate before maturity and it seems to after hearing such strong expressions, that our Temple'* 4:60%, which had stood for twenty-one scant length In a mile trot. Success (110) 2d, Hickory Jim (116) 3d; time, 1:31. be true that the best foals are begotten when sires eyes bad just rested on another world-beater. yean as the best on record. His single mile On Friday when the news of the death of Prince Purse* .five furlongs Torrid Zone (85) 1st, are well advanced in years. record is 2:21%, made at Hartford, Conn., In 1883. Tomahawk (91) 2d, War Sign (100) 3d; time, 1:04%. "Now, here is a curiosity," said Mr. Turner as Leopold reached the Prince of Wales ho wan oa Purse $ one mile Fellowplay (115) 1st, Prin­ "Stallions are commonly allowed to serve ai the doors swung open upon a well-shaped and in­ In 1882 Monroe Chief reduced Stere Maxwell's tho Alntrec race-course, Liverpool, the guest of the, cess (187) 2d,.Manitou (115) 3d; time, 1:43. many mares as are taken to them, to the number telligent-looking little bay gelding coming five reeord 2% seconds, for two'miles. Earl of Set'ton. Two horned had junt been weighed Purse $ , one and one-quarter miles Slocum sometimes of more than a hundred in a seaion,and years old, out of the noted Philadelphia mare iu for a race, but tho Duke of Montrosu and Sir (97) 1st, Ida B. (97) 2d, Athlone (97) 3d. cover two to five in one day and none the next, jutt Mattie Lyle and by the well-known stallion Nil Track Talk. George Chetwyml refused to let them run. as happens. I do not know that any bad results Desperandum, by Belmont. "Does he show any Sauntorcr has again been blistered. Mr. Thomas McGuire, who has mad* him elf follow to the horse or his get. Such a custom isnot aptness to go?" ''Well, I should think he did," quite popular attending to the patrons of [lie Racing In England. much different from what happens in freedom. replied Turner. Why shouldn't he? His mother Shelby Williams has bought Bengal. track, first at Mr. Turner's and then at He, m nit The great popularity of Hambletonian was that he was game and fast, his father was a great trotter Wednesday, March 26, was the last day of the Woolley Douglas is said to be a roarer. Park, leaves this week to accept an eniiaKemeut at took more mares to his embrace that any other and be is an exact counterpart of his mother In Meditator has been fired in both his forelegs. the old Deerfoot Park Hotel, kept by that well- Lincoln meeting aid was conspicuous by the ap. horse of whose stud service we have a record. It Is everything." known and popular relusinan Billy MuMahon. Talleyrand has been sold to Captain Franklin. pearance of a big field of runners for the opening true that there were a number of good inares that Upon leaving Mr. Turner's we crossed over to "I don't say much," said Jimmy Green recently, produced great trotters to the cover of Hamble­ Point Breeze Park, which is beginning to show a Goldsmith Maid has been bred to Gen. Washing­ when spoken to In regard to the ability of his two- event of the seaion, the Lincolnshire Handicap. tonian, but It Is also true that many other good rather dilapidated condition. Instead of the usual ton. Twenty-nine horses faced the starter and after a mares that were bred to him produced offspring of activity displayed at this time of the year, we year old Administrator colt Expectation, ' bat I'm good race lonans passed the post a winner by quite Inferior quality, inferior to their dams in met but three persons, Mr. James Elliott, who has At Monmouth Park most of tho horses are doing thinking a great deal, and you'll find out before three parts of a length, thus verifying the pre­ speed*and spirit. I cannot doubt that the general several head of horses in training; Charley Cox, well. the end of the season that he will turn out just as I diction of "Watchman," the London correspondent quality of Hambletonlon get would have been who lives in the house formerly occupied by Mr. Barrett, 2:26, will in future be known as Prairie have said, the fastest colt of his age IB Philadel­ of Tss SFORTISQ IJFB. Toastmaster was second much higher if he had served fewer mares and had Stetson, and a gentlemen who looks after the King. phia." and Boulevard third. Summary: been given a little fast work in competition with grounds by order of the Association. Mr. Elliott A new jockey club IB being organized In Waco, Mr. James E. Cooper appears to have got to- THE LINCOLNSHIRE HAKDIOAP, of 1,000 sovs., other horses every year between seasons. greeted us very kindly and reminded us of a meet- Texas. getherqultea finely-mated and vurylspoedy Uoiibla added to a sweepstake of 20 SOTS, each, 10 forfeit for "lu my own limited experience I have observed Ing we had together at the same place live years team in Jim Harp and Luey R. Tho latter is a three-year-olda and upward; the winner of any that horses are more keen to serve after they have ago. Mr. Elliott at that time had five horses in Tenfull, the $6,000 yearling.dled at Louisville brown maru. 8 years old, 16% hands, with a record handicap after the weights are published (January been warmed up by exercise, and particularly af­ training, among them the chestnut mare Early last week. , of2:SOi^. Sho WHS sired by Billy Hudd, he by 23, at ten A. M.) to carry Olhs., of two, or one value ter a lively brush with another horse on the road. Rose, now owned by Mr. Vanderbilt. She could S. A. Tanner's stallion Manchester is said to bo Comet, son of Old Hambletonian; Lucy R.'s dam 200 sovs. lOlba. eztra; the second to receive 50 SOTS. 1 should certainly prefer to have my mares cov­ hardly trot in 3 minutes then, and was unnamed. very speedy. was by Casco Messenger, tho Jam of Bay Jim, out of the stakes; entrance 5 guineas, the only ered when the horse was in that condition, and by We looked her over In the stall, expressed our lik­ Mamie Fields has been bred to EohiB. The' off­ record 2:26. liability if forfeit be declared. One mile. Sixty- a horse that was frequently put so by such means. ing for her, and said she should have a good name spring should be valuable. Mr. Nelson has expressed his willingness to trot eight subscribers. "I have no facts by which to satisfactorily an­ by all means, as the mare could not help develop­ W. T. Herndon has purchased tho c gelding The- his marc Mollle Mac against Mr. Charles Scatter- Hr. J. W. Smith's ch g Tonanj, 6 years old, by swer the question as to the best time in the heat to ing into a trotter. She was called soon afterward odorous from Com. Kittson. good's gray mare Alice Addition In a friendly Thunder, out of Splash ...... 1 put the mare to the horse. This I know, mares Early Rose, and by an unusual degree of patience match, or otherwise if desired. Competitions of Lord Zetland's br h Toastmaster, aged, by Brown how their heat more in the latter part of it, and Mr. Elliott developed her into one ol the fastest Royal Arch and Equipoise wore struck out of the this kind are always agreeable and do not hurt Bread, out of Mayoress...... 2 most on the last day. If a mare shows it only on mares in the country, and sold her to Mr. Vander­ American Derby March 24th. anybody. It is to be houud that Mr. Soattergood Mr. J. C. Murphy's b k or br c Boulevard, 4 years one day of the heat, it is sure to be the last day. bilt for the handsome sum of $12,000. Mr. Elllott's The Dubuque (Iowa) Driving Park claims July 22 will see his way clear to respond to Mr. Ncleon'* old, by Uncas, out of Madeline...... 3 About one-third of the mares brought to my horses present string comprises a brown gelding named to 26 for Its midsummer meet. ofler. were in heat the day before, but not so then. The Shaker Russett, after the celebrated potato prized There were twenty-nine starters. Toe latt bat- owner thinks it had just come on the day before, so highly by Kentucklans. He is six years old, A running and trotting meeting will be held in A final settlement of all tho transactions con­ tiny was £ to 1 aga n«t Tonans, 28 to 1 J»g»ln!t frnd expresses a confidence ta b*r**iot; iuvd to (ft* It-'JU- t«nd«,, by Uomrootor; h* kr t- kpuja cqnimcuciiig May. 2Q. nected with the fall trotting meeting at Kelmont Toastm&ater and 10 to 1 against Boulevard. Tonani Horse that Is based on her excessive heat all day toman, dam Jennie, the dam of Early Rose, by Mr. 8. Tevtn hap sold to Mr. S. "Williams, or x-an- 1 IMviug- j'jirlc. jji the fnU «f IW-a, has jupt boea got off first, followed by Mr. Manton's four-year- yesterday, which was the first he had seen of it. I Ward'i Flying Cloud, the sire of Belle Brassfleld. noBSee, the brown horse Bengal. made. The contributors to the premium fund each. old chestnut colt Energy, Mr. R. Jardlne's four- infer from this fact that the last day is the surest Contractor recently took first prize in Australia as The Louisiana stablo has purchased Planet J r. received a handsome cash balance, making fho year-old bay colt Acrostic and Toastmaster. Ton- time, but I uo not know. I neither have any facts beingthe finest stallion in that country. Shaker He is lame in one of his fore legs. total amount received by them ncnrlv equal to tho mas afterward dropped back, but regained the to base an opinion oa in regard to which sex pre­ Russett Is a powerfully-made horse, some idea be­ amount of their subscription. Thin HIIOW.I how lead and finally won by three-quarters of a length. ponderates in the get of horses advanced In years ing formed of his muscular power by his measure­ Morris and Patton have bought Queen Esther ably the financial affairs of tho meeting wera Boulevard was a bad third. The time of the win­ and heavily taxed in stud service. Nor have I ob­ ment around the swell of the forearm of twenty- for $800. This is a good Investment. managed. ner was 1:43. served any causes that seem to determine the sex two inches. Mr. Elliott (peaks very hopefully of Walter Grant, of Toronto, has purchased the bay "Well, William, how do you like her?" was the THX GRAWD NATIONAL. of the foal. the gelding's future, stating that he was a much gelding Russian Spy, 2:20% for $1,800. Inquiry made of Mr. Sharp after having brought The forty-sixth Liverpool Grand National "In answer to the question at what Interval of better horse than Early Kose at his age. Late The bay mare Amazon, the property of P. Lorll- Loii Medium in from a jog on tho road recently. Steeplechase, run' on Friday, March 28, caused days after coupling should the mare be tried Rose is a bayuiare, coining four years old, by Star [ard, died recently at Rancocan, N. J. After Hilly had dismounted he looked bib mare greater sensations than was expected, supple­ again, I would say that in the (pring and summer Almont, dam Zela, record 2:26, by Blue Bull. Tho celebrated stallion Royal George has bleu over with evident satisfaction and turning around mares come in heat about every three weeks and "This is the best mare I ever held reins over," said sold;to an Onuigcvillo Co. man for $3,ooo. with a smile on his fkec said to hln questioning mented as it was by the Prince of Wales, who was that it remains on about one week. That the heat Mr. Elliott. A black ge)4ing, coming four years friend: "! nevor liked her better than 1 did to­ present, receiving the intelligence of the sudden is on for one and off for two. The mare may be old, by Hambletonian Mambrino, dam Mattie Mr. Keen's Blue Grass Is second choice In the day. She showed me something on the road that death of his yotiiig3«r brother. Prince Leopold. served every day for a week or more. It is a pretty Lyle, shows considerable substance and is a horse betting for the English City and Suburban. absolutely 'swelled my head.'" For the first time in its Iiistory the Prince of Wales ot much promise. Peachblow is a brown gelding, ran a horse The Scot iu tue Grand National and good rule to try the mare again, after any copula­ James McLaughlln won both prizes ottered by Next Saturday, between the hmirs of 3 ami 4 6 to 1 against him was accepted. He utterly failed, tion, In a little less than three weeks and repeat six years old, by South Jersey Patchen, a grandson the New York Sportsman for successful jockeys. F. u., the long-standing dispute between Mr. however, and was not even placed. The race was the trial every two days for a week. I never knew of old George M. Patohen, that trotted last spring W. H. Vanderbilt purchased the bay colt Rex Jamei E. Cooper and Major David P. S. Nlchols a mare to refuse the horse on the ninth day after In 2:33%. He subsequently went amiss, but this from Fashion Stud Farm last week. Price, $1,500. won by Mr. Boyd's six-year-old Voluptuary,carrying foaling and it is a time when she Is likely to be­ spring he appears to nave regained his lost form. as to the qualities of their choice double teams 145 pounds. The odds were 10 to 1 against him and T. Skelton, the English jockey, fell in a race'at will be settled In a friendly encounter at the he won easily by four lengths, with Roquefort a come impregnated. Some breeders prefer the day AFFAIRS AT BBLMONT PARK. Gentlemen's Driving Park, best two In three trials. when the foal is four weeks old to any other period The Improvements at Belmont Park are rapidly Kempton Park recently and broke his collar bone. bad third. The conditions of the race were as fol­ of her brooding, considering it the surest time. A Win. Balr says Maud S. is In the pink of condi­ It Is certain from tho observations that Tun SPOBT- lows: approaching completion, between twenty and INC LIFE man has had of the actions of both mare Is more likely to get with foal when bred if her thirty of the stalls bordering on the track being tion, and can beat her record on any fine day and gentlemen for some time past, that each will do his The Grand National Steeplechase Handicap of diet has been gradually lessened for a few weeks all ready for roofing. The long stretch of unfa­ track. utmost to win, and tho struggle therefore, must 1 000 guineas, and £100 te the second, by subscrip­ before. She should, in other respects, be treated vorable weather, which made the roads almost A. C. Thomas, Odin, 111., has purchased from A. necessarily be a sharp one. tion of J615 each, £10 forfeit, and £b only if de­ as has been advised in regard to stallions, if cir­ impassable, has proved a great drawback to the G. Uarnes Taylorsvllle, the bay maro May Hello, clared by Jan. 29; winners, after the publication of cumstances allow it. That is, she should be in the contractor's efforts, otherwise the work would for $8,000. The directors of the Exposition Driving Tark. the weights on Jan. 24, of a steeplechase of the best of condition as to health, strength, spirit, en­ have already been wholly completed. In three Pittsburg. have decided to allow tho Homowooa value of £500, to carry lOlbs.; of one of the value Jas. McKee has leased the Graham half-mile Driving Park Association to glvo a trotting meet­ durance, etc., for to transmit these qualities to her wetkB' time at the farthest it is expected that the track at Paterson, N. J. There will bo a spring of £20«, 71b.j of one of any less value, or of a offspring they should exist In full force to her. entire stabling will be ready for occupancy. Mr. ing upon the dates originally claimed by the Ex­ hurdle race of the value of £700, to carry 6lb. The best treatment after service must be that Charles Myers, the able assistant of lessee Pate, meeting. position company, which will bo July 22, 23, 24 anot extra; Grand National Course, nearly four miles which aearly approaches the unrestrained actions has been giving a helping hand to the work, and Strathmore lias changed owners, L. Duval, of 26. The amount of purses to be given at tho meet­ and a half; closed with 67 subscribers, of which g of both mare and horse In a state of freedom. It is the expert trainer appears to be at home with the Richmond, Mo., having recently purchased him ing will amount to $10,000. Arrangements have declared. a well-recognized fact that the surest way to get a aw and hammer. He told us upon our visit last for 11,000. also been made to give three purses on Decoration Mr H. F. Boyd's b g Voluptuary, 8, by Cre- mare with foal is to allow her the freedom of a Friday that as soon as a number of tho stalls are We should advice our readers to support Avalon Day, Mav 30th. as a grand opening and Inaugural morne, dam Miss Evelyn, by Orlando. 1251b. . . 1 field. The common belief Is that the horse should ready he will have them filled at once, and others for a win and place In the Peabody Hotel Handicap day and it has been decided to have Frank and H. Mr M. A. Maher's b m Frigate, a, by Gunboat, be a two-year-old. This has grown out of the fact will be made ready as quickly as possible to fur­ B. Winshlp to compete with running mates if tho at Memphis. horses can bo obtained. dam Fair Maid of Kent, 1571b., Including 71b. that two-year-old stallions are oftener at pasture nish room for several trainers who have made Estella, the pacer, Is now quartered at her own­ than the eld ones. But young stallions are not applications for quarters. The track has been Capt. Fisher's ' b 'h' 'Roquefort, S, by Winslow, er's place near Pittsburg. Sue spent the winter In Mr. J. B. Butterworth's finely-bred trotting mara surer foal getters than old ones. harrowed and looks in good condition. The other Philadelphia. Daisy Deans by Mnmbrino Pilot, slipped twin coltj, dam Cream Cheese, 1461D...... 3 "My horses are used every day In any practice. I portions of the enclosure are being carefully filly and stallion, by Mansfield Medium, recently. The winner was bred by the Queen at the Hamp­ keep none but stallions. They are treated and used attended to, and the outlook for a lively and suc­ Mr. Chance, of London, writes to John Murphy Mr. Butterworth has been anticipating tho foaling ton Court paddocks, whence he was sold a yearling just at geldings and mares are. They stand tied cessful seaion at Belmont may be said to be cer­ from clear across the water that ho would like to of his mare with considerable pleasure, as tho well- to Lord Roseberry for 660 guineas. The present bv their harness bridles for hours in the street! of tainly auspicious. buy Judge Fullerton. known trotting qualities of Daisy Deans, coupled owner buying him from Lord Roseberry for 150 a'clty, and give me no trouble. They do stud ser­ THB GESTLBMBH'S DRIVING PARK. John Shultz, the Brooklyn banker, uses tho g g with the high breeding of tho Medium stallion. guineas. vice to the extent of about forty mares each every A new and handsome entrance, the planting of Donglass as mate for Kitty Bates, ho having pur­ being bv Happy Medium out of a mare by old seasen, which is the whole year. They serve marei chased him for $4,000. George'M. Patchen, gave confidence that the union In a stall of their stable and never anywhere else. two hundred young poplars, gives this popular FLORA TEMPLK'8 FIRST FOAL. driving resort a particularly cheerful appearance. H. O. Bernard, of New York, has sold Strath­ would be productive of unusual results. While After service they go directly to work in my wagon, When all the improvements contemplated are com­ more, b s, 10 years, by Waverly, to J. H. McCreary, Mr. Butterworth deeply regrets the loss, he nnd« ready any day for a brush on the road with who­ pleted the ground will undoubtedly be the hand­ of Kentucky; price, $1,000. considerable satisfaction In tho fact that the mare'n Kitty Temple Goes to the Schoylkill Valley ever gives or accepts a challenge. The average three-year-old daughter, Lady Eldredge by Ad­ percentage of mares that get with foal Is about somest and one of the most desirable driving parks S. Baxter Black, Loxington, Ky., has purchased Stock Farm. In the country. It seems plain that the efforts of from Richard Downing, South Elkhorn, the bay ministrator. Is rapidly developing into what may In 1868, when the news was first flashed seventy-eight." ______Col. Snowdeu and his associates in the board of colt Jim Rattler, for $1,600. be truly called a great trotter. stewards have had but a single object in view The directors of Charter Oak Park, Hartford. over the wire from Chestnut Hill that Flora THE ENGLISH TURF. since the opening of the Park, and that was to Gettysburg and Isaac, belonging to the late Mr. Conn., have, It is said, decided to give a $10,000 make the place a thoroughly acceptable one to Frank Watson, are to be sold at Nlchols' Bazaar Temple had foaled a fine filly, there was as next Wednesday morning. purse for the 2:20 class at the meeting next August. Minor Races The Tip for the City and Sub­ gentlemen and their families. That their efforts This should bring together a very large field of much interest manifested in the event as in have been appreciated is shown by the four hun­ The dates claimed by the Pittsburg Exposition crack horses. There are already upon tho list urban, etc. dred and fifty members last year, comprising the Driving Park have been changed from July 16 to eligible for entry Aldine,Croxie. Joe Bunkcr.Ovor- the performance of Flora at Kalamazoo, Correspondence SPOUTING Lira. wealthiest horse owners of Philadelphia. The 18 to July 22 to 25 inclusive. man, Parana, Sleepy Joe, Abbotsford, Driver, forest Mich., upon the 15th of October, 1859. For same care will be bestowed in the management of Mr. Frank Bower drives Lady Lightfoot, the Patchen, Modoc, Hlnda Rose, Moose, Nellie R., LONDON, March 15. Editor SPORTING the groundf this year, and reports at the meeting pacer, and Mollie to the pole, and quite an ele­ Romero, Winkle, formerly Thomas L. YoungjTony lome time the farm was fairly besieged with LIFE: The American-bred horse Idea, by of the stewards last week are favorable toward an gant team they make, too. Newell. Tucker, Troubadour, Von Arnim, Will increased membership this year. Cody, Daisy Dale, Deck Wrlght, Dr. Norman, John Tisitors anxious to get a glimpse of the queen Glenelg, out of Item, has earned winning There ai rived at the Park lait Thursday direct Nineteen head of Creole and Shetland ponie* were told last Friday at the Broad Street Bazaar, S. Clark, Josephus, Bay Frank, Captain Emmon?, of trotters and her first born, and there was brackets twice this week, having won the from Richmond, Va.. Mr. S. A. Tanner with a Etta Jones, George V., Humbolt, John H., Maud string of nine trotting-bred hones. The collection at an average of 1100 apiece. Messenger, Orange Girl and Amy. Of these, how­ not a horseman of any prominence in the Kempton Park Hurdle race and the Rich­ is h«ad«d by the stallion Manchester. 12 years old, Tom Redmond, the jockey, has been ruled off the ever, tne only probable starters will be Joe country but who predicted a brilliant career by Httzell's Hambletonian, full brother of Volun­ track at New Orleans for being indirectly connected Bunker, Overman, Sleepy Joe, Hlnda Rose,Modoc, for the youngster. At the period of foaling mond Handicap Steeplechase. The first race teer, dam Roberto, by the gre»t four-mile runner with the poisoning of Carson. Nellie R., Tony Newell. Tucker Von Arnim, Flora Temple was twenty-three years old. one wai one of two and the second of three miles. Revinue. Then there are two celts which Mr. Martini Henry, the great Australian four-year- George V. and Maud Messenger. There will un­ had been retired from the track but a couple of Golden Gate also ran in the hurdle race. He was Tanner sayi h* stands ready to make good hit pr«- old, won the Melbourne Cup and Australian bt. doubtedly be other horses developed during the conceding the winner four pounds and finished vious remarki about them, to trot either against years and was still strong and vigorous. She was last of the eight runners. This form was too bad Leger the first week in March. preceedlng campaign that will swell tho list, thug tred to Rysdyk. a highly finished horse then two ny eolti of their age in Pennsylvania or State ad­ Willls Ogden, the trainer, takes the pacers Eddie making the race one of the chief features of tho years old, b/Rysdyk's HambletonUn, dam Lady to be true. Sachem has been beaten twice of late joining Vernette, three-years old in June next, season. Duke, by Lexington; granddam Magdalene, by and it Is now an open question whether he has is a handiomely-shaped filly, 15 hands, by Man­ C 2-23, and Jack Rapid. 2:33j£ to the Gentlemen's Modoc, now owned by Mr. J. P. Wiser, of Prescott, really mended his ways or whether his Sandown chester out of Ella Madden, by Ryidyk's Ham­ Driving Park about the 1st of April. The art gallery of the Gentlemen's Driving Park victory y is to be regarded in the light of a fluke. bletonian. She has the trotting look about her Mr. E. B. Cross has sold the bay gelding Lew has received two Important additions lately In tho °The'young foal was named Kitty Temple, and Idea 1Is In the Grand National and will probably and is entered in the eolt stakes for three and four- Ives, record 2:28, by Bacon's Ethan Alien, to Mr. shape of two photographic picturesof Dr. Al Helm- before being fully matured, was (old to a promi­ run, b_ t no one appears to think that the form he year-olds to be tretted at Chicago la 1883-'84. Mr. Joseph A. Wenderoth, of Philadelphia. bold, James Conaway, Fred Llebrandt. Jr., and Bbowed this week qualifies him for the Liverpool Tanner says he has two matches nn hand with Dore Stulb, taken as a quartette of private citizens nent Congressman in the State of New York. Mr y The betting on both the Grand National Miss Hardlng burst a blood vessel in a five fur­ and as "Big Injuns.'f These gentlemen wera Robert Bonner subsequently purchased her and jourirney. VernetU one to be trotted on the 12th of M»y long race at New Orleans, Thursday, March 27th. among the company of Knight Templars who bred her to Startle, son of old HambleUmlan and and 1 Lie_lncoln Handicap is heavy and the quotations next, at the Gentlemen's Driving Park, tor $600 a Matrimony was also injured in the same race. the last named event cover a wide range. What side. Common Sense is a bay gelding, two years visited the Pacific Coast a year ago and they were Lizzie Walker, by Seely's American Star. The on - _ SK' it\\ isIB tolo indicatelUUHJttlo them*> winnerfriiiuw. ofw. the*».~ Charley Wood is said to be worth £80.000. He not only inseparable companions but were the life) result was a brown filly, foaled 1879, named Jlora a difficultmed task event may be judged from the fact that old, full brother to Vernette. He is one of the best- has gone into partnership with Sherrard, who is of the excursionists. As the "Big Injun' Dr. Templell. and Fanny Temple a brown filly last-n made colts we have ever seen and with remark­ building a training establishment at Newmarket. upwar At the jecent sale In New York lid against for this race and further that at Uncle Billy Doble is jogging Silas Wright on the Caracamacoo. He sits in a rather stately way in F^t, Tern Die waiTold to Mr. Nathan Strauss, of been li stakes to be trotted at Chicago next year. the centre of tho group with an outstretched fan the VIctoria Club last night no less than sixteen road and it Is the general opinion that the hand­ Sew York oVn" of the celebrated gelding were in brisk demand. With regard to the some gray gelding never looked in better condi­ nlaced at the back of his neck, with an implement MaTolica fi-17) for $1,000, and Flora Temple if horsesnd Suburban I am as firm a believer in De- Purchase of Pronto. of torture in his hand. Mr. Leibrandt, standing- City a tion. with one foot upon the seat of the chief's chair, ap­ celverr as ever and I do not seek for a better in- Dr. H. "W. Lobb purchased last Friday o( . ._ihnt tban taking the S3 to 1 at present on offer The Honorable Mr. Sands, son of Lord Sands, o* pears the personification of extreme happiness vestm Mr. John T. Strickland, of West Philadel­ London,has arrived here with the aged horse Char- while picking an old broom for a banjo. Upon tho against Mr. Walton's horse. If the owner comes axus. Ed Gifford and Ed Day have charge of the to England and backs his horse freely.he will Btart phia, the brown pacing gelding Pronto, the other side of King Caracamacoo is Mr. Conaway at less than 10 to 1 and I fay again that on paper racer. with a broad smile upon his countenance ana Ahdallah ™*Pilot he by Alexander's Abdallah, dam Deceiver (Padlock) at92 pounds in this race Is one price paid being nearly $2,000. He is coming Plenty of sport is promised in Watertown, N. Y., lolling upon the shoulder of the chief. The fourth. ' st things that I ever saw in my life. Of this season. It is probable there will be two meet­ child of the plains, Mr. Stulb, stands erect bcsido of the best things that six years old, stands 15}£ hands, and although his brother Couaway, but in a more pensive moool eorge H. Thomas. of course I takee his running .inin the _Epsom_GrandEpsom Grand ings in June, one by the association and one by Mr. course I taketrue hi test of his quality. Hissubse- havine no record he has the ability, so com­ Bowers. than the others. Said a gentleman who was look­ Prizerlz« as the true petent judge* say. to trot in 2:20. £arly in the ing at tho picture the other day: "Why that quenit runninnnngg I ignore,gnore, aas last back end he de- spring of 1883 J.H. Phillips bought Pronto from a J Murphy will ride Buchanan in the Derby and man " pointing to Mr. Stulb's likeness, "looks as a vile temper. Sherwood has, however, irentleman in the Western portion of the State Caldwell will have the mount of Eros or Bob Cook. much like Br gham Young as any man I ever, quite . , cured that failing and now the horse, both iu simply for every-day driving use. He never The latter has the best chance and is the pica 01 WW." and out of his box, in as docile as a she*?- bowed his previous owner any evidence of being the stable. thai THE SPORTING LIFE. A_pril

dogs would be carried into the room with all their Malcolm W. Ford lowered the 50 yards amateur tournament everover projected inIn thistnis country, and one winter clothing on and muffled up to their ears ecord on March 22 to 6%s. He also beat the one- THE WHEEL. which will unqr~~"nquestlonably draw to Philadeluhta" * a ATHLETIC. the only parts of the body visible being the end of and vaulting- record on the following day, clear- vast number of wheels from all parts of the United their nose and the feet, and after uncovering, and ng 5ft. 3%in. States. every owner being satisfied that the dog was the The 100-yard foot race which took place at Coal Wrestliug, Pedestrianisni, and oilier Ath­ same that was entered in the race at the first meet­ reek, Colorado, between Sam Kelman and Jake Matters of Interest to Devotees of the ing, the covers would be replaced and the dogs larper for $1,000, was won by Harper by half a Wheel Notes. letic Sports Chronicled. taken straight home and put to bed, unless the ard in Silent Steed. /- ..i < ^, D' Standl8n has declined reappointment as owner was a jovial kind of party, in which ease he At the Cambridge University sports, Eng., W- Chief Consul of Michigan. would, perhaps, call on all his acquaintances in 1. Pollock ran 120 yards over'hurdles in 16 l-5s- The State Convention of Indiana bicyclers has the "liquid-dispensing" line on his way home, and TRIBULATIONS Of WHEELMEN. ST. LOUIS ATHLETES. when he did reach his destination one could safely This is the best time that has been made inUniver- been indefinitely postponed. bet that he bad the winner of the great SPORTINO Ity sports for some years. The annual race meeting of the Citizen's Club, Games of the St. Louis Hibernian Foot Ball LIFK Puppy Stakes, run on Monday, April 7, or The final heat of the 200-yards dog handicap run Park Commissioners and a State Legislature of New York, takes place April 25th. Club. what can be properly termed the Dog Derby of at Philadelphia on Monday. March 24, was won by Declare Against Them. Arrangements are being made by clubs all over America. G. Johnson's Benuty (1"X) by a yard; Diamond (10) the country for special rates to Washington for the The games under the auspices of the St. econd, and Fruit Boy (2)"third. Two things have occurred to disturb the meet in May. Louis Hibernian Foot Ball Club took plaee L. K. MIKES' CASE. Michael Burke, of New Britain, Conn., and M. peace of the wheel world. In New York The L. A. W. membership committee ha* re­ at Sportsmen's Park, March 16, and were Sheehan, of Charter Oak, are matched to run a there is grief and indignation over the edict ported in favorof the reinstatement of JohnBrooks a mile race at the latter place, April 18. Stakes $100. Blossburg, Pa. Another Hearing Last Sheehan grand success, over 1,500 people being Week—Testimony for will concede Burke fifteen yards start. of the Park Commissioners excluding them Chief Consul Sanderson, of Pennsylvania has present. The sports commenced at 2:30 and Against Him. C. H. Lowe, of Trinity College, Cambridge, from the Riverside driveway. The bicyclers designated the United States Hotel, Easton, Pa, 2ng., recently ran 120yds. in 12s., with the wind as a League hotel. o'clock and the following are the results: The sub-committee of the executive com­ avorable, and, on the following day, covered the made a gallant fight for the privilege of using The first event was a 106yd*. amateur handicap mittee of the National Amateur Athletic same distance in 12 1-58., on a level track and no the west drive of the Central Park and the River­ A tournament will be held by the Kings County wind. Wheelmen at the new grounds of the WiFliamsbura run in three heats. First heat Q. S. bpenaer, Association, Messrs. J. W. Edwards, A. H. side Park. Finally they were allowed concessions Athletic Club in June. scratch, 1st; Geo. Dunn, 9yds., 2d; C. J. Schoen- The last meeting* of THE SPORTING LIFE Puppy nardt 7yds , 3d; time, 11s. Second h«&t-Th°m!V Curtis and E. Vantambacht, appointed to takes will take place at A. Chambers' on Tuesday, as io Riverside, but a week ago, just as they were The Wheel the official organ of the League of beginning to enjoy the dry wheeling of the drive, American Wheelmen, has completed Its fifth year Tavlor loyds 1st; J. Lundy, 10yds., 2d; N. J. investigate the amateur standing of Mr. L. .pril 1, when all the dogs will be weighed and and will be enlarged Hanlon llyds 3d;' time, ll^s. Third nea^-Chas handicapped. Business will commence promptly the Park Commissioners issued an order that no this week. Hellman, uyds , 1st; M. Stack, llyds, 2d; dead E. Myers, met in Knickerbocker Cottage, at eight o'clock p. M. The 'cyclists of Illinois will meet in Chicago on heat between Angelo, Sullivan and Regan for tricycles should be allowed on the Riverside drive Decoration Day and form a State division of the March 25. Witnesses were examined until a late James H. Hocking, the amateur walker, will and that only uniformed bicyclers should be per­ League of American Wheelmen. en a 125yds. handicap open, hour. A large number of athletes present evinced eave for England about the 1st of May, and while mitted on the sacred ground. Presumably the there proposes taking part in the amateur cham- bicycler in uniform is a thing of beauty; he may A general Invitation has been extended to all run in two heats. First heat-E. M. Sanders 10yds., great interest in the proceedings. Definite charges Monship games, as well as club meetings in the cavort along the drive. The tricycle is used by wheelmen to participate in the moot of the 'Cyclists' were made against Myers in that he had received ieighborhood Touring Club at Puughkeepsio salaries as secretary and superintendent of the of London. ladles, elderly gentlemen and persons of a habit on May 21 and 22. Chas. StTciair, 18yds, 2d; Pat Denehy, grounds of the Manhattan Athletic Club; that he At a meeting of Princcton students last week too corpulent to be risked on a bicycle. The pro­ Frank Foster was the winner of tho second quar­ was the editor of the athletic department of a Harriman, '85, Shaw and Bevin, '88, and Stearns, hibition of the tricycle, therefore, seems to be ter-mile slow race on bicycles at the Caledonian *l Th'»1third event was a 600yds. handicap. There sporting newspaper; that he chartered the skating '87, were elected foot ball directors for the coming peculiarity unreasonable, especially as the vehicle Rink, East Gloucester, Mass., March 19. Time, were four starters, E. M. Sanders, scratchyChas rink in the Manhattan grounds; that his club hac year. A constitution for the Base Ball Association Is far less likely to alarm horses than u bicycle. llm. 51s. St Clair. 25yds.; Herman Bader, 40yds., and Pat purchased medals won by him and used them for was also read and adopted. The tendency of the mind of the modern Park W. O. Faulkner and A. E. Davidson, of Lynn, Denehy, 40yds. At the word" go Denehy started off second-hand prizes, and that at tho McMasters It is probable there will be a ten mile race be­ Commissioner seems to be wholly in the direction Mass.. (both well-known bicyclers), are declared it a tremendous gait and It was very evident be­ benefit In Willlamsburgh he had taken a $20 gold tween T. C. Herbert and W. Steele. Tho articles of horses and horse owners. professionals on the strength of protests received fore half the distance was covered that the Vanai- piece for a prize, and had been paid for services as only need the signature of Herbert. We wonder If In Kentucky the lower house of the Legislature from L. A. W. members. Samiers had treated him too lenientw and that has passed the bill prohibiting persons from riding a judge In a six days' race. Billy O'Brien will find any of the Herbert money; bicycles or tricycles on any road in that Common­ The Capital Bicycle Club, of Washington, antici­ there was no one else In the race. He came In It was admitted by his counsel that the cham­ if he does it is odda on the other. pates giving monthly about thirty yards ahead of St. Clair, Bader 3d, pion had been paid for hl> services as secretary; wealth. The bill was fought bard before its passage "at homes" to lady friends, and Sanders, who saw that his chances were hope­ The brothers James and William Waddel, to and the action of the House was criticized as un­ upon which occasions choice literary and musical superintendent, &c., but that as he had never run whose energy and liberality the London Athletic constitutional. Several legal decisions have programmes will be carried out. less, quit aaer running three hundred yards; for money or been paid for being a member of the Club owes its present prosperity, have removed to club he had a clean amateur record. As already been given that bicycles are as much en­ The Buffalo Bicycle Club gave a delightful exhi­ to the $2C America, and established themselves in business titled to right of way as any other vehicle. A man bition at the Armory. March 27th. Prof. tl The fturth'event was the final heat of the ama­ prize, Mr. Badeau, president of the National A. C. at No. 135 Broad Canary ex­ teur 105yds. handicap, which brought out the informed Myers that it would be proper to aceepl way, New York City. has quite as much right to propel a hand-cart hibited his wonderful feats on one wheel. The winners of their respective heats: Chas. Hellman, it if he bought a token with it. He purchased a Old Joe Spencer, has completed nearly 2000 through Ihe streets of a city or over the country members of the club showed a high degree of profi­ »yds.;wmucio_y This. Taylor10_ , ! __ yds.;_ J _ an*ania Geo..eo S.s.Spencer, Spencer, diamond collar button with the gold piece anc miles of his 6,000 mile tramp in England. What roads as he has to hitch a horae to the cart and ciency in the use of the wheel. scratch; which resulted as follows: Taylor, 1st; presented It to President Carr, of the M. A. C., on kind of stimulants Joe uses is not positively known drive it. If he is ingenious enough to be able to A new tricycle Is being constructed by two gen­ HellmanXiuiiium.!. 2d,***, «>»*«.and UJ^K—Spencer, — - 1 —3d. — . Hellman— - --- strug­• the morning of his marriage. but one thing is sure he has neither tasted tea or ride on his hand-cart and propel it at the same tlemen living near Boston, which promises to be a gledKled harcl to win, but Taylor Improved on »his < Mr. Carr, Mr. Pike (who went to England with coffee since he has been on the track. time, so much the better for him. That is the kind novelty in Its way. It differs from the ordinary start and came Inin a rather easy winner by 2;2yds., Myers in 1881), and many others who have been 'Ed the Blood," a well-known character in Buf­ of a hand-cart the bicycle la, with all the right, pattern in many respects, introducing many origi­ lyd. separating Hellman and Spencer. This associated with the famous runner during his re falo, defeated Joseph Leonard in a ten mile walk title and appurtenances thereunto belonging. nal features, and combining both speed and power. termed the "dudes';" race. markable career, testified that they knew nothing An ancient legislator misrepresenting Jefferson on Saturday, March 22, at Buffalo. He accom­ county wrote himself an ass by urging the passage Woodside and Morgan will make their trip The fifth event was the final heat of the 126yds. against his standing as an amateur. plished the task on a muddy track in 2 hours and across handicap between W. M. Nalley, 9yds., and E. M. A charge made by an English adversary that 52 minutes. The stakes were $10 a side. of the bill because "one person had already been the continent on expert machines. The Sanders 10 yds. There was considerable interest Myers had bet $25 of the club's money on Iroquoli killed in his county through his horse taking Columbia Company will give tho greatest attention taken in this race, owing to the two competitors for the Derby, and a query as to whether he coulc Whistler and Muldoon wrestled from 8:50 o'clock fright at a bicycle." How many men, women and to these wheels, which will be extra strong. Wood- on Monday night, March 24, at San Francisco, un­ children, horses and mules side will ride a 58-inch wheel and Morgan will be­ having run several match races. It proved a very have refunded the money if he had lost, caused the have been killed by stride a 52. one-sided affair, however, Nally, who was in good young Virginian's eyes to snap and his fingers to til midnight without either of them gaining a fall. railroad trains, and yet the old fossil would At 12:30 Muldoon refused to continue, stating that not undertake to prohibit the running of trains on The first tricycle club with lady members was or­ form, running his man to a standstill in the first twitch as if he would like to get his enemy by the he was too tired and the referee declared the toyds'.: time, 13Vis. ,, . throat. Mr. Carr said that Mr. Myers was abund that account. Certainly not. He would simply ganized in N. Y. City recently. Mrs. Fred. G. The next event on the card was a one mile handi­ antly able to pay his little bets, as about that time match a draw. surround the running of trains with such safe­ Bourne is president; Mrs. Elliot Mason, vice presi­ cap (6 laps to the mile), which brought out Goo.S. he received a legacy amounting to $3,00!). Joseph D. Luckenbach, a student at the Lehigh guards as would reduce the danger to the lowest dent, and Miss Anna Babetta Huss, secretary and Rhodes soyds.: Jerry Deaehy, 45yds.; M.J.Murray, C. C. Hughes, of the South Harriers, of Lon University, met with a severe accident whilst minimum. treasurer. Mrs. Bourne is wife of Fred. G. Bourne, «yds., and P. Walsh (45 years old), 160yds. Walsh don, testified that even admitting everything jumping. He fell on the stick, which broke off' and If this Kentucky Legislature in particular and vice president of the Citizens' Bicycle Club. started out at a good pace and kept the lead for charged against Myers to J>e true, there was no a piece penetrated his leg at the hip, protruding legislatures In general want to deal practically The following consuls have been appointed by three laps, but realizing that he was not as young violation of amateur laws. He knew of secreta into the bowels and breaking In half. His condi­ with the bicycle, which is becoming more and W. L. Howe, chief consul of Iowa: J. P. Baird, as he used to be, dropped out and allowed Denehy rles of English amateur clubs who received sala tion is precarious. more an athletic and pleasure-giving vehicle Albia; Charles D. Howell, Winterset: Robert L. to assume the lead. Murray also withdrew. ries and were accepted as amateurs. Lyons, of Holley, defeated Robinson, of Bata- every year, the judgment of experts should be had Thompson. Muscatine; Charles M. Waite, Bur­ Denehy was running very strong, and maintained The meeting adjourned subject to the call o via, in a wrestling match, for $200, at Medina, N. and the rate of speed determined at which one of lington: John Pallister, Ottumwa; George H. a eood lead and was fully 75yds. ahead at the com­ the Chair. Y., March 20, gaining two of the three falls. these road instruments shall go upon the public Beebe, Marshalltown; H. M. North, Des Moines. mencement of the iast lap. At this juncture ho Parker, of Byron, won the beet three in five falls in highways. The man who owns a bicycle cannot be kept off the roads he aids to keep up merely be­ There are a number of lady tricychsts in Orange, showed signs of weakness. Rhodes, who seemed to a match with Smith, of Batavla, for $50 and a N. J., and vicinity, and the formation of a club is have been saving himself for a final struggle, put LACROSSE. medal, the same evening. cause unsophisticated horses become skittish at the sight of the under consideration. One of them, a member of on a magnificent spurt and drew up with his op­ The backers of Daniel O'Leary and Henry bicycle. In some remote localities the Orange Wanderers, made a record in the last ponent about 10yds. from home. Denehy tried hard An American Team Preparing the hoisting of an umbrella will produce to keep the lead, but Rhodes, who finished strong, for a Trip to Sehrnehl, pedestrians, have finally completed ar­ equally dreadful results. Yet an Ameri­ eight months of 1883 of 1,573 miles, on a 110-pound came in a winner by about 3yds. Among the Great Britain. rangements for a seventy-five hours square heel- can citizen can, under the aegis of that law, convertible Coventry rotary tricycle, 48-inch geared cheers and applause of a thousand spectators it Although very little has been said public! and-toe walk. Both pedestrians are In active train­ which spreads above all alike, put on bis green level. was declared by far the most exciting race on the ing, and the contest will begin at Battery D cotton umbrella and, rain or shine, carry it into The Pope Manufacturing Company, 697 Wash­ programme. Time, 6m. 9V£s., fairly good consider­ regarding the trip to Great Britain of a Armory on Wednesday evening, April 9. the moat untrodden and fabled backwoods dis­ ington street, Boston, have just issued their spring ing the heavy state of the track and tne many American lacrosse team the matter There will be a race for sprinters July 5 on the tricts. A bicycle is no more alarming or danger­ catalogue of the Columbia bicycles and tricycles. has bee Exposition grounds at Allegheny City. It will be ous than an umbrella. It Is to be hoped tbat the It is a finely printed and illustrated pamphlet of The last, but not least, In importance was the steadily progressing and arrangements ar open to all Americans, 100 yards, scratch race. Kentucky Senate will kill the bill when It comes thirty-six pages, with a handsome and artistic foot ball match between the Hibernian and Thistle Prizes, $500 to first, $200 to second; $50 entrance fee. up in that branch. It will simply cause annoyance cover designed by Mr. L. S. Ipsen, the eminent teams Tho Thistles have been very successful, now about completed. The men composin Any man entering must take his oath to try to win. and embarrassment while It cannot possibly stand artist. only losing one game out of about fifteen played the team have been selected, but as a few o Mr. A. Fulton, the new Mayor of Pittsburg, will be the constitutional test In any court. A new spring, patented by Mr. F. A. Pope, of this season, and it was considered a foregone con­ them are doubtful, the list will not be finall stakeholder. Providence, is quite original in construction. At­ clusion that the Thistles would win. The Hiber­ closed until every man has notified the committe Frank Hart is a sure competitor in the coming taching to the backbone, as In the case of the rear nians however, went in with a will and came out whether he can be depended on to go. The tean six days race in New York. The entry list now in­ ACROSS THE CONTINENT. end of the ordinary spring, it forms a graceful victorious, beating their opponents at every point will be a good one in every respect and specia cludes Rowell, Fitzgerald, Noremac, Vint Hart, curve until It comes to the head, where It doublet and winning the game by a score of 2 goals Io 0. efforts have been directed toward making it Hazael, Howard, Smith, Burrell, Herty, Wallace, Points of Interest Concerning Morgan and and returns to the backbone about eight inchel The weather was all that could be desired and the harmonious one. The players chosen are wel of Chicago, and an Indian from Michigan. Every­ Woodslde'8 Trip to San Francisco. from the head. people went away well pleased with the after­ fitted for the positions on tho field that they wi thing points to a large field of starters have to fill, many and an ex­ CHIOAQO, 111., March The American division of the 'Cyclists Touring noon's entertainment. Messrs. Martin, Mackintosh of them being good all-roun citing contest. The race will commence April 28. 18. Editor SPOBTIKQ Club will hold and Gerrans kindly aoted as judges, Mr. John players who can be changed when occasion re­ Lira Dear Sir: As the time is drawlngl nigh for their annual gathering In Pough- McCarty, starter, and Mr. Jos. Stratton, time­ quires it. "Blower" Brown, the somewhat famous English keepsie, N. Y.. May 21, 22. The business meeting keeper, and great credit is due them for the effi­ The clubs drawn from are tho New York. New 50-as-you-pleasc pedestrian, died at Fulham, Eng., our proposed road ride from New York to San and dinner will fill up the first day, and the second cient manner in which they performed their re- York University, Priuceton, Yale, Harvard, Balti­ on the" 9th inst. It will be remembered that he Francisco and as we wish all details concerning will be devoted to a ride of some twentv miles over ipective duties. more, Unions, of Boston, and Calumets, of Chicago. was third in the first contest for the Astley Belt in the splendid roads and amid the beautfful scenery The men have been in active training for about two 1878 won by O'Leary, and that I o 1879 he'won the the same to be thoroughly worked oat and com' for which tbat section Is noted. months; and tho w»»*>r ~port* »s«r * » <*» uj uliaai.pioii3lujj ofEiUfland belt with a record pleted before leaving; Neir yqri on Jf»r 1 w» sit 1'he 'Cyclists' Touring Club, of England, h» ROSS nEFEAXS nlslretf to tho Heoretary of the committee show _ __2J4 mUes.-which record no BuDaequeaUy boat tbat by covering a trifle over 553 miles. the privilege of placing before you the route and V1.000 members, 800 district consuls, who render faithful work in this regard has been done. other points about the enterprise, which we hope local Information to members, and 1,000 hotel head­ of the Three Bouts won by the So far about twelve or fifteen matches have The annual spring games of the Young America quarters and recommended inns. The National Two Out been arranged for on the other side, but the team Cricket Club are to be held at Stenton, May 20. will be Interesting to all bicyclists, amateur and 'Cyclists' Union, which was founded in 1878 hai Cleveland Man. expects to play several others on dates not yet Fifteen events comprise the programme, Including professional alike. nearly 7,000 members and Is the legislative body in The great wrestling match between Col. J. filfod. running, walking, jumping, vaulting, putting the all branches of 'cycling throughout the United Prior to its departure, in order to give it good shot, throwing the hammer, tug-of-war and a three- In giving bicycle entertainments last summer Kingdom. H. McLaughlin, of Detroit, and Dimcan C. through the Northwestern States at some of the practice, the team will play several matches: mile bicycle race. Only amateurs will be allowed places at which we had the honor of appearing Protests have been entered against amateur Ross, of Cleveland, for a $2,000 purse and APRIL 24, at New Haven, vs. Yale; 25, at Boston, to contest. Entries close May 16. For further the bicycle was an entire stranger to the people wheelmen who have during the past winter com­ vs. Unions; 26, at Cambridge, vs. Harvard; 28, at particulars address Percy C. Madeira, 201 Walnut and questions were asked us concerning the general peted with professionals In polo contests. The rac­ door receipts, took place at the Euclid Ave­ Prlnceton, vs. Princeton; 29, at Baltimore, vs. Place, Philadelphia. utility of the wheel by a large number of people ing board of the L. A. W. has ruled them all pro­ nue Opera House, Cleveland, March 24, and Druids; 30, at Philadelphia, vs. Phiadelphians. The outcry against professionalism in amateur who seemed to think the bicycle was only a toy or fessionals, consequently they will be debarred from MAT 1, at Staten Island, vs. picked team; 2, at ranks is earnest on both sides of the Atlantic. The plaything fit to amuse children or to spend a competing i» all future amateur bicycle races If was witnessed by a crowded house. At 8:30 Hoboken, vs. picked team. mafqueradcrs, the men who make their living out leisure hour with when nothing else could be done. any of them are members of the L. A. W. they o'clock the men appeared on the stage and Several of the above matches will give the team of athletic games while pretending to follow them We can assure you that such was the opinion of will at once be expelled from that organization. a pretty severe test, notably Yale, Unions and simply as a means of recreation, have about got to two-thirds of the people that we came In contact were introduced by Mr. Edward Gillman, of Druids, but probably the hardest match it will the end of their The Cleveland Bicycle Club have finally secured have to play will be on May 1, when it will be op­ journey. Public sentiment Is with. Some of these remarks caused us to pause the land for the new bicycle track that is to be Detroit, who had been chosen referee. Par­ aroused, and it will force them into professional and think what could be done to demonstrate to known as the Cleveland Athletic Park. The land posed by the best team selected from the clubs en­ ranks where they belong, albeit the small con­ the American people generally the benefits of the son Davis, of Chicago, acted as second for tered for the Oolrichs Cup, and which will be com­ known as the Janes lot on Madison avenue. 600 peted for on that date at Staten Island. servative element think that there is virtue in bicycle as a means of exercise, good health and of feet south of Cedar avenue, has been secured for McLaughlin and Thomas Curry, of Cleve­ There has also been some talk of bringing down whitewash. rapid locomotion. The general opinion expressed the track. The lot is 600x275 feet and will amply land, as second for Ross. Both men were in tho Torontos to play a final match with the team Arrangememcnts have been made for a meeting by owners of fast horses was this: "You no doubt sufflce for the new track. It is about midway be­ perfect physical condition, Ross weighing before its departure, but the Canadians would not between the well-known athletes, Malcolm VT. ride fast on a smooth track, but how about the tween Euclid avenue and Prospect street and is 195 poxinds and McLaughlin 210 pounds. be in anything like condition so early in the sea­ Ford, N. Y. A. C.. and John C. Keane, Pastime road? Can you make any progress across the easily accessible from both lines of cars. son, and it is hardly likely, therefore, that they A. C., in the following competitions: One hun­ country on the ordinary roads?" We often The first round was a bout, Grseco-Roman dred yards run, 120 yards answered these people that the bicycle could be The following L. A. W. consuls for Pennsylvania style. would risk the match. hurdle (ten hurdles have been appointed: No. 28, H. R. Wilson, Time was called and each man advanced Passage has been secured on the steamer Austral. 3 feet 6 inches high), high jump, broad jump, pole- used over the country roads as well as on a race­ and began to play warily for an advantage. vaulting, putting track, but at not quite such a rate of speed. All Clarion; 29, Barry Searle^ Montrose; 30, John T. During this time the spectators watched with which leaves New York on May 3, and the first 16-pound shot, running hop, step Gifford, Lock Haven: 31, D. B. Landis, Landis- match on tho other side will be played at Liver­ and jump, throwing light hammer and 56-pound seemed much interested but wanted proof of our ville; 32, D. D. Grant, Franklin; 33, John H. Cilley, bated breath almost and the silence throughout pool on tho 17th. weight. It will be the first meeting of the kind belief. the house was only broken when Rosa caught Mc­ ever held In this country between amateurs. We pondered over the subject for several weeks, Lebanon; 34, Charles H. Small, Harrlsburg; 35, W. Laughlin and raising him clear from the floor by and in September last came to the conclusion to C. Pray, Bristol; 36, John L. Brower. Phoenixville; main strength attempted to put him on his baok. Capt. James Daly and Soraklchl, the Jap, 37, W. Sidney Rarnsey, Danville; 38, James Cock- KOTEB. wrestled for an alleged endeavor to ride from the Atlantic to the Pacific Anticipating his action McLaughlin turned and The stake of $500 before a Ocean, or from New York to San Francisco, and burn, Mansfield. These appointments expire fell face down. In a moment Ross was treated New York Club will hold its annual meet­ small audience In New York, March 24. Four to a ing for election of officers and other business at the falls were to be wrestled, two catch-as-catch-oan start on May 1, 1884. We also found two gentle­ similar compliment with a like result. Five times Astor House on Saturday, April 5. men, patrons of the wheel in Chicago, willing to In order to guard against mistakes at the forth­ In succession the Michigan giant raised his an­ and two In the Japanese style. The Jap won two risk $1,000 that we could accomplish the distance coming election of the L. A. W. it has been found tagonist and hurled him to the floor, but each time The annual meeting of the National Lacrosse falls In succession, one American and the other inside of seventy days. Another gentleman, promi­ necessary to make the following additional rules: he failed to put him on his back. Rosa after this Association will be held on April 19 In New York Japanese style, whereupon Daly refused to con­ nent in sporting circles of the city, made the bet Parties resident in States or divisions where two or took the aggressive and began to force the con­ City. tinue, and the Jap was awarded the match. with our backers, Messrs. Yatesand Lakeman, more representatives are to be chosen can vote for test and after a great effort to avoid It McLaugh­ Slovens Institute, Hoboken, has organized a Daly's weight was 226 pounds, or thirty-five more that we could not accomplish the distance in the a candidate but once, as duplicate votes for one lin was compelled to succumb to Ross' Irresistible lacrosse club which numbers now about thirty than his antagonist, and he stood six Inches time named. name will not be accepted. Ballots filled "Same Beck lock and Ross was declared the winner after members. higher. We are aware of the hard task set before us, also as last year" or words to that effect, even though it a struggle of 15 minutes. Now York and Prlnceton clubs will probably August Michling, called Young Blbby, and Er of the many difficulties to be overcome before was the evident intention of the signer to vote for The second bout was at collar-and-elbow, Mo- play a nest Roeber, wrestled in Graaco-Roman style for reaching the Golden Gate, but have strong hopes the officers of the year past, will not be accepted. Laughlln's favorite style. The men appeared home and home match In April. the amateur championship and a $50 gold medal at The Oelrlchs Cup stands a good chanee of going of overcoming all. To encourage our effort In De-' A Mr. Terry, of England, has invented a tricycle with canvas jackets, and after getting the pre­ the Gormania Assembly Rooms, New York, on half of our lored sport we ask the sympathy, aid which is capable of being converted into a boat. scribed grip, commenced to play for a lock, each to Yale or Baltimore this year, as the New Yort Monday, March 24. Roeber weighed 155 pounds and encouragement of every bicyclist In America. man treading warily, with eyes intent on the Club has lost a few of last fall's winning team and and Young Bibby 138 pounds. The match was Jto When used on the road the machine is an ordinary will bo crippled in consequence. If you cannot directly assist us by information in rear steerer. The operation of converting it into movement of his opponent's feet. McLaughlin be two out of three falls in bouts of one hour eaeh, regard to the roads between the points named a boat is very simple and takes but half an hour. soon forced the work and threw Ross three times for three bouts. In the first hour neither was later on, or by accompanying ms any distance you All mounted the apparatusjforms a decked canoe, In succession, but did not succeed inputting him Pointers. thrown. In the second Roeber won a fall in forty choose along our route, you can watch our progress combining all the conditions necessary for proper on his back. Ross, watching his opportunity, seconds. There was no other fall, and the match and wish us success In our undertaking. Your caught hla opponent with a grape-vine lock, but In a 440-yard race at Ptcton, Ont., J. Wright de­ was stopped at the end of three hours. buoyancy, even at sea. The buoyancy'is moreover feated H. Rolllns; time, 63s. sympathy will act as a spur to give us renewed increased by two air bags which, are attached to the latter bracing himself, it ended In both men The snow shoe races at Montreal on March 15 energy to push forward to the goal. It is our in­ the two sides at the upper part of the open space, going down side by side. McLaughlin caught The Athletic Association of Columbia College resulted as follows: One mile, members J. Mo- tention to give exhibitions in all cities named be­ Boss a moment later, and swinging film from the will hold its spring meeting May 10. Wood 1st, In 7m. 5s. 100yds., in heats W. R. low. A gold medal commemorating the event Wm. Woodside has entered suit In the Circuit floor, brought him down for a finish, but Ross Archib aid McNaughton won a snow-shoe steeple­ Thompson, Emerald S. C., 1st. 100yds., members will be given to amateurs for a one mile race, Court at Chicago against Mrs. Agnes Clark for turned and fell on his side. McLaughlin, not chase at Montreal, Canada, March 16. J. Myers, 1st, In ISJis. Two miles J. G. Ross, M. where suitable tracks can be secured. We propose $1,000 for libel. Woodside boarded at Mrs. Clark's stopping for play, caught his man with a hip-lock, to ask the consent of the racing board of the L. A. house last winter, it is alleged, and she wrote a and brought him on his back, and was declared The Oxford and Cambridge football team de­ S. C., 1st, in 13m. 22s. Half mile, members G. letter to the parents of Woodside in Ireland, charg­ feated Starke, 1st, In 3m. 17s. Two miles, members J. W. to have the same under the rules of that useful the winner after a struggle of eight minutes. the London team March 8, at London. McWood 1st, in 15m. 45s. 100yds., for men over Institution. ing him with scandalous immorality and dis­ The third and last bout was at catoh-aa-eatch- J. Mullen defeated C. Burton In a five mile race 2001bs. J. Masterson, E. S. O., 1st, In 15^s. Quar­ We leave New York on May 1 (the exact hour honesty. On learning of this Woodside cabled to Oan. In this round the Michigan champion did at Gloucester, Mass., March 20th; time, 30m. 17s. ter-mile, members J. Ward 1st, in 1m. 67>

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J by a SUNDAYS. total of 1,109 to 1,106. ' •>;»}* 8:00 a.m., 8:30 p. m., Phoenixvllle, Pottstown, Fettsvllle Allentown, and Branch Roads. Clay pigeons are shot in England at the fame 7:46 p.m. Phoenixville, Pottstown, Reading, and rises as live pigeons are here twenty-one, twenty- Harrltburg. Dr.EFEAIZ «lx and thirty-one yards. FOR SALE A No. 8 Scott Uft. breech-loadine THE WELL-KNOWN SPECIALIST, gun, with loading apparatus and 500 shells. Price DEPOT. NINTH~& GREEN STS, $125. This is one of the finest guns in America Uses Only Botanic Medicines. For particulars address THE SPOBTIKO LIFK. FOR NEW YORK. Dr. H. FKANZ, the Proprietor and Consultlnir A new gun club is being organized in Cincinnati. GENTLEMAN'S. LADY'S. THE MOST EXTENSIVE Physician of the NEW YOHK HOTAN1O MIOUF- It will be named the Hill Top Club. Its officers The following is a list of the most aommon dis­ New York Trenton, and the East, 7:30 (Two. CAL ANDbURGICAL INSTITUTE, has mada are J. E. Bloom, president; Julius Rets, vice presi­ eases successfully treated Electropathlcally MANUFACTURERS OK hour train), 8:30, 9:3O, 11:OO (Fast Express) a. the treatment of PRIVATE DISEASES of MEN dent; A. Ligowski, secretary and treasurer. by the BELT OF LIFE Appliances. m,l:lS,3:45,5:4O,6:45p.in.,andtl!4:OO midnight. a special practice for many years. Over 4,000 casei 1. Diseases of the Brain and Nervous System Direct connection by "Annex" boat at Jersey Oil) treated yearly. Captain Reed, of Lacrosse, Wis., defeated Van Paralysis, Hemiplegia, Paraplegia, Locomator with Erie Railway and Brooklyn. RECENT tJASKS OF PRIVATE DISEASES Vleck, of East Dubuque. in a pigeon shoot 30 birds Attaxia, Neuralgia, Hysteria, Nervousness, Pal­ BILLIARD oi POOL TABLES Elizabeth and Newark 8:3O, 9:3O, and 11:OO a cured in a short time without mineral iiolaonfl. each, 30yds. rise, for $100, at Uubuque, la March pitation of the Heart, Sciatica, Premature De­ IN THB "WORLD. m., 1:15,3:45, 5:4O, 6:45 p. m.; for Elizabeth such aa SULPH., ZiNC, SUGAR OF LKAU, fco. 20. He killed all his birds to twelve for Van cline. only, 12:OO midnight. The uses of thesecausosSTRK:TUHE,ORCHITIS Vleck. 2. Diseases of the Respiratory System, Throai 1134 MARKET Street, Philadelphia, Fa. Long Branch, Ocean Grove, and Spring Lake, and Imflammatlon of Bladder, &0. Mr. Henry Mlller,whose articles uader the name Disease, Catarrh. Cough, Consumption (first H. J. BERGMAN, Manager. 11:OO a. m., 1:15, 3:45 p. in., 12:OO midnight. ULCERS, I1UMOKS and HLOTOHES, on th« of "Draco" have made him famous, has accepted a stage). Asthma, Bronchitis, Pleurisy, Intercoeta OFFICES New York, Baltimore, Md.; Chicago, SUNDAY New York and Trenton, 8:3O a. m., FACE or BODY, cured without giving poison* position with A. O. Spalding & Bros., Chicago and Chest Rhematlsm. 111.: Cincinnati, St. Louis, Mo. Detroit,, Michigan; 5:3O p. m., f!2:OO midnight. For Newark, 8:3O a. that ruin the system. taking charge of the gnn department of that well- 4. Diseases of the Digestive System: Dyspepsia, Buffalo, N. Y.; San Francisco, Oal.; Winnipeg, m.. 5:3Op. in. For Long Branch 8:3O a. m. MARRIED OK SINGLE MEN, known firm. Constipation, Diarrhoea, Diseases of the Liver. Manitoba: Windsor, Ontario. Leave New York, Foot of Liberty St. 7:45, 9:3O, troubled with NERVOUS DEBILITY, SHY­ Spleen, Pancreas, Malaria, Cancerous Affections. Jobbing attended to in nrst-elass style. 11:15 a. m., 1:30, 4:00, 4:3O, 5:3O, 7:OO p. m NESS, LOSS OF MEMORY, TKKMBL1NG-, At SheJJ around Ilnnge, San Franolwo, O»J., Elatnence, Piles, etc. 112:00 midnight. LOSS OF MANHOOD, WASTING OF BODY. Match 7, Edward Hnvey defeated Nick Williams; A- IWseas*« of the FftHv>a8-»a<3- SVHDAr Sfta «. m., OiSO p. m., |12:00 mid- each filing fifty ehots, at 200 yards, off-hand, Acute and Chronic Rheumatism. Dyspep. I nignt. JJAJ.IUTAT10M o>' U£AM1, treated. Modt- I ftA^ I THE AMEKICAN I AA ' clnes sent to any address. Advice at Institute Sharp's military rifles 0 pound trigger pull, by a Lie and Rheumatic Gout, Lumbago, Synovltfs. Leave Newark, 8:SS a. m.. 5:3O p. m. free. Examination W. DescriDo case, state ooo« wore of 230 to 213. Hip Disease, Curvature of the Spine, Tumors, dUCl BILLIARD HALL, ** All trains stop at Columbia Avenue and Wayne patlon, and how long troubled. Offlco hours: Capt. Perley, of the New Brunswick Engineers, Contracted and Rigid Muscles, etc. Junction. 9 a. m. to 4 p. in.; 6 to 8 p. m.; S-indays, 10 a. m. t« 6. Diseases of the Urinary and Genital Organs: Per Hourj JPXFJITEB'S HOTEJj. |per Honi Parlors Cars are run on all day trains to and kas been offered the command of this year's Wim­ from New York. r 3 p. m. Address, bledon team. The position of second in command Dropsy, Diabetes, Inflammation Bladder, Snp Opposite Independence Hall. DR. H. FKANZ, has been offered to Capt. Bosse, of the Sixty-fifth pression of Urine, all Kidney Complaints, Semi tSleenlng Car open 10:30 p. m. to 7 a. m. NEW YORK BOTANIC, MEDICAL AND Regiment, of Montreal. nal Weakness. Impotence, all Female Com XXMIRA, BUFFALO AND THK WKST SURGICAL INSTITUTE, plaints, including the often occurring Prolapsus 9:00 a. m., 4:15 and 8:OO* p. m. Principal points In A shoot for the Treasurer's Cup of the Staten Is­ The LARGEST the Lehlgh and Wyoming Valleys, via Bethle­ NO.-613 Third Avo., Now York City. land Gun Club came off on March 15; ten birds Uteri, or falling of the womb, etc. Please mention In what paper you saw tmsnotioa Persons suffering from any disease which Is not hem, 8:00. 9:00 a. m., 4:16. 6:26 and 8* p. m. when you write or call. each, handicap rise, 30 yards boundary, 5 ground enumerated here, are invited to call upon our ROOM *Daily,Parlor Oar on 9:00a. m., and SloeplngCar traps. '%&. guns; ties, miss and out. Mr. Ray­ Consulting Medical Electrician or communicate on 4:15 and 8:00 p. m. trains through to Buffu.o. mond, 2o;ards, won bv killing 13. i description of their case by letter. His advice In Philadelphia. Easton 8:00, 9:00 a. in., 4:16, 6:S> and 8:09 D. in. Bath. Wind (Jap, and Hangar, 8:00 a. m., 4:16 p. m. ~DQOT O R L OBBT John Forb«"S. of Woodstock, was beaten by C. in all cases will be strictly honest, and will be Everything in First- Class Order. New Sails, PRIVATE OFFICES: 329 N. FIFTKENTH ST.. Coekburn, of Toronto, in a pigeon shooting match, based upon his knowledge and experience. Ablngton and Way Points 6:16,8:36, 9:10a.in., 4:16, below CALLOWHILL Street, Philadelphia. 21yds. rise, 80 yds. fall. Dominion rules, the former To those who suffer and cannot nnd relief from New Cites and the New Monarch Cushion. 6:16 9:00 and 10:00p.m. Sunday.—1:00, 2:45, 6:36p. m. 16 YEAKS' EXPERIENCE. (Established for shooting at thirty-three birds and the latter at pain, or whose constitution is being undermined Ft. Washington 2:36 and 7:00 p. m. the treatment of the afflicted and unfortunate of thirty, at Eglington, Ont., March 18. Score, 18 to by a waste of vital forces, or whose life is made: illina Doylestown 8:00, B:00,11:05 a. m., 1:11 4:15, 6:00. both sexes with \iurcly vegetable medicines.) Dr. 15. wretched through some chronic dtoease that Line, Line. 6:26, 6:15 and 11:46 p.m. Sunday—8:30 a. m., 3:46 Lobb's long experionco inthe treatment of Private) Captain Stnbbs, who challenges the world, Dr. medicine fails to reach to those we say, try our and 10:00 p. m. Diseases enables him to guarantee a cure In all Electropathlc treatment and be cured. 16 T.R. Bullock, 16 GKRMANTOWN autt CHESTNUT Hit,!* Carver preferred, to contest with him in a match Tables. Tables. §12:45, 0:OO», G:3O», 7:00, 8:00, 9:10, 9:55,11 UO a. m. cases. Consultation free and strictly confidential. with either rifle, shotgun or pistol, is said to have On receipt of Post Office Money Order, Draft MANAGER. Call In person or by letter. Hours, 11 to 2 and 7 t* r Currency, for $6, payable to G. J. BAKER, 12:05,1:16,2:30,2.60,3:15,3:40,4:00, 4:46. 5:15,6:60.0:25*, 10 P.M. ______broken 093 out of 1,000 glass balls with a rifle at an Managing Director, THE ELECTROPATHIO AssoJ 7:00, 7:46, 8:50, 9:45 10:30, 11:15, 11:60 p. m. Addi­ average distance of 30 yards He broke 700 balls 2IATION, LiMiTBD,l'2 East 14th Street. New York, tional for Uermantown, 6:45. 7:15, 7:30, 7:45 a. in., without a miss at the same distance. together with measurement around the waist, BILLIARDS. 2:05,4:05,4:50, 6:30, »0:OO,*03O,p.m. SUNDAYS. Dr. JHMcG LJNTOCK A rifle match for $100 a side, 200 and 600 yards, ander all clothing, we will forward, post free, All the leading players of the world use only the 7:30, 9:10, 9:45 a. m., 12:60, 2:15, 3:10, 4:00, 5:16, 6:10, 823 RACE STREET, Philadelphia, Pa. fifty shots at each target was shot by Lieutenant ;o any part of the United States, the BELT OF ~:00, 8:46, 9:45:10:46 p. m. Brown. Fifth U. S. Infantry, and Ofllcer Linville. LIFE as represented above, for either Lady o Leave GERM ANTOWN C», 6:19* 6:54,7:24, 7:40, can be consulted on all private diseases tree of of the San Francisco Police Department, at Shell Grentleman. 7:69, 8:08, 8:10, 8:20, 8:30, 8:40, 8:54, 9:14,10:14,10:6S charge. Patients treated by mall as well as In pep* Mound Range, March 2. Result: Brown, 215, 220: COLLENDER TABLES, a. m., 12:19,1:14, 2:34,3:00,3:29,3:49,4:39,4:69,6:20, son in the strictest confidence. An experience of total, 435. Linyille, 211, 211; total, 422. Over 5OO.OOO Noise-Subduera Sold. 5:33*. S:05* 6:16, 6:39*. 7:05, 7:18. 7:30.7:58,8:58, Company H.'Third Infantry,of the regular army, ELECTROPATHIC 9:53,10:53p. m., 12:07 midnight. SUNDAYS. 6:14, TWENTY-FIVE years In these diseases guarante*! 8:24, 9:34, 10:44 a. m., 12:44, 2:24, 4:19, 6:14, 8:14, 7:14, a SPEEDY and SX !HE CURE. includes in its muster roll two of the eighteen best JOHN ORKAHAN, 8:04,9:44,10:63 p. m, marksmen in the United States army, as shown by Association CONTINENTAL HOTEL, Phila. Send for circular on LOST MANHOOD. scores made In 1883. These are First Lieutenant Leave CHESTNUT HILL 6:O5», 6:40, 7:10, 7:« No. 12 E. Fourteenth Street, New York. 8:00, 8:10, 8:40, 9:00,10:00,10:46 a. m., 12:05,1:00, 2:20, Office Hours 9 A. M. to 9 F. M. Philip Kea.de and Second Lieutenant F. P. Fre- EUROPEAN OFFICE, London, 3:16, 3:30, 4:25, 4:45 0:2O», 6:25», 6:60, 7:06, 7:46, 8:46 mont. No other company in the service has two 21 Holborn Viaduct. 9:40,10:40, 11:55 p. in. SUNDAYS. 6:00, 8:10, 9:20, Chacl;« in 6 Hour*. representatives in the team. BILLIARDS. 10:30 a. m., 12:30, 2:10, 4:06, 6:00, 8:00, 7:00, 7:50, 9:30, CUBES IN 3 DAYS. Parties forming new gnn clubs will doubtless be ED. McLAUGHLIN'S 10:40 p. m ltllll« STORKS. pleased to learn that they can obtain (gratis) MA-NAYUMK, CONSHOHOCKEN AND MEN 16 N. nth st.. Phila.; copies of a constitution and by-laws adaptable to BILLIARD PARLOR, NORRISTOWN. 115 Fulton St., N. Y. any club, with appropriate blanks for name, etc., PIT GAMES. 6:O5* 7:16, 8:16,10,11:06 a. m., 12 noon, 1:36, 2:26, 88 Hanover St., Boston. ftom the Llgowski Clay Pigeon Company, Cin­ EGGS FOR SALE from tjie following strains JT. JE. Cor. EIGHTH and CHESTNUT STS. 3-00 4:00 4:30 4:45, 5:10, 6:36 «:O5> 6:35*, cinnati, O. The same are patterned after those of at $3 per setting of 13. EIGHT COLLENDER TABLES. 7:36, 8:30, 9:40, 10:35, 11:20, 11:66 p. m. SUN­ the Bulfalo Audubon Club. Three Pool Tables! New Balls] New Cues! DAYS. 7:30, 9, 9:46, 11:26 a. m., 1:30, 3, 4:40,9:15, 8:06, 9:40,10:40 p. m. F. . EICHCEL, Messrs. GK P. Matteson and T,. C. Wright shot Heathwood. WM. L. HOCKHILL, Manager. Leave NORRISTOWN S:3O* 8:40, 7:06, T:30, 7:60 against Messrs. Ed. Plank and O. S. Osterhout at This strain needs no comment, having a dis­ ED. MoLAUGHUN. Prop'r. 909 ARCH STREET, Phila. Oswego March 13. The match was 60 glass balls tinction won in many a hard-earned battle. 8:16, 8:46, 10. 11:26 a. m., 12:30. «, 8:46, 4:36, each man, thrown from a Card revolving trap.Card 6:06, 5:26*. 6:20, 6:60, 7:36, 8:15. 9:10,10:05,11:20 p. m. Boot and Shoe Store. SUNDAYS. 7:00, 7:50, and 9:00 a. m.. 1:00,2:30. Boot, Shoes, Pumps and Slippers for Men and rules to govern. The match was won by Matteson Irish Grays. TOMBSTONH, Arizona Territory. 4:30, 6, 7:40, 9:30,10:55 p. m. The above trains.exoept Boys. Also. Good's Oll-Tanneu Moccasins, Camp and WriKht, they breaking 81 out of a possible 100 This strain of grays has never before been GEHTLEMBN Knowing that I owe my life to the the 6:05. 6:20 and 7:35 p. m. week-day, and the 7:60 Slippers and Shoes for hunting boating and nching. against Plank and Osterhout 77. offered to the public, being used exclusively by nse of your Appliances,! take pleasure in making a. m. Sunday trains, leave Main Street Depot five Bicycle, Tennis and Canvass Shoos, for Held and The riflemen at Walnut Hill, March 12, were their Importer. Hens weigh 6 pounds. Cocks "]4 the following statement under oath: minutes earlier. seashore, unsurpassed by any stock In ttio City, at fevered with one of the finest days that could be pounds. FAST FIGHTERS; SURE CUTTERS. I have been suffering for the past three years Workmen's tickets taken. (Except Mondays. the lowest prices. A full line of WaukenphasU desired and the result was a regular holiday at­ Do not sulk or wheel, and are guaranteed to from some unknown disease which has been slowly PLYMOUTH BRANCH, always on hand. tendance The best scores were: Creedmoor satisfy any cockers at ten months old. butsurely sapping my life away. There has been 7:16 a. m., 12 noon and 6:36 p. m. Sunday. 8 a. N. B. All the above styles will be made to ordof practice match. J. B. Fellows, 46; Creedmoor prize WM. COOPER, a slow growl h of something in my right side, which m., and 4:20 p. m. and fit euarantaed. match, L. B. Thomas, 48; combination (decimal) Chambersburg, Fa. the physicians, under whose charge I was in San POINTS BEYOND NORRISTOWN. match, W. Gardner, A. L. Brackett, 78 each; com­ Frincisco, called an Ovarian Tumor. They stated Phoenixville, Pottstown and Way Points 1:36, and bination (Creedmoor) match, A. L. Brackett, 47; that before performing an operation they would be 4:80 p. m., connects with Chester Valley. Picker- Cooking Notes. compelled to remove the water from the region of Ing Valley, Colebrookdale Branches, and Perklo- Stem-Winding Musical Watch. I rest match, W. Gardner, 97. men Railroad. Sunday—4:20 p. m.. and additional Each Watch U finely modtsttlvcr pitted .and The Cleveland Oun Club held the semi-monthly The attention of cockers is called to the adver­ my stomach, which had been forming for two years. I the greatest novelty ever offered to the boyf tisement of William Cooper, of Chambersburg. After tapping me and removing three gallons of for Colebrookdale Branch at 11:26 a. m. f and girls of America. It U a * Bhoot under the Chicago tournament rules at the water, and consulting upon my case, they told my Oak Grove House grounds March 27. There was a Pa. COHPLETK HUSICAL INSTKtlMEM, good attendance and the day was a fine one. Mr. husband that they could do nothing more forme, Size and shape of n watch, with The Corn Feeding and Dayton associations held as the Tumor was in such a condition that to re­ De tot, Third and Berks Streets. Music Uox attachment con­ I). C. Powers won the badge with ten straight an interesting cocking main several miles north of move it would be sure death, and my lease of life, New York. Newark. Elizabeth, and Trenton, cealed within, so fli> single clay pigeons at eighteen yards rise and Dayton on March 24. Ten battles were fought, the In the condition I then was, was short. In five ranged thitt when wound eight of ten doubles at fifteen yards. Mr. M. F. 6:10, 8:20, 9:OO a. m., §1:00, §3:30. 5:20, and 6:30 p. M. . at vie stem plays one of Corn Feeders winning a majority. days from the time of the tapping I noticed thatl Connect for Long Branch and Ocean Grove. the " " Selaby wag second with nine singles and eight A cock fight took place in theparlorofaHarlem, was again nilllng with water very rapidly. SUNDAY New York, Newark, and Trenton, "Home, Sweet Home, doubles. There were fifteen entries. N. Y., house before a select company on March 25. On Dec. 10.th, 1882, I met an old friend from ** Yankee poodle." 8:15 a. m. a^,ETH^i^EM BRANCH. " Blue Belts of SrU- After the light the carpet was relaid and a utea" Arizona who had been wearing your appliances, lanu,"" "Swanee Kiv^- Good News to the sick. and musical entertainment followed. which he highly recommended to me, and 1 4-16 a. m. Mail and Accom. for Bethlehem, Eas- er," "Carnival of Ven­ A cocking main was fought In Westchester procured a set of them. The first nlghtl putthem ton, Allentown, Mauch Chunk, Wllkesbarre, ice " " Grandfiithi'r'v We are glad to hear that Dr. Elmore, of 106 Wil­ on I slept soundly and perspired freely, which I Hazleton, and points oaLehigh Valley Railroad. Clock," atid a Waltz. liam st., N. Y.. and 98 Atlantic ave., Brooklyn, has county, N. Y., early March 27 between bird* The notes, time, and owned by James Welch, of Tarrytown, and Horace had not done for two years, and awoke in the 6-10 a. m. Express for Doylestown, Bethlehem, tones arc corrvct. It reduced the price of bis wonderful medicine, Brown, of Feeksklll, the stakes being $20 a battle, morning greatly refreshed. Since that time the Easton, Allentown and Coplay. ' instruct! and enl«r- "Kheumatine-Goutallne," to $1.50 for 35 ounce and Dropsy has entirely disappeared, and also the 2-60 p. m, for Bethlehem. Easton. Allentown, *~ tains both old and $1 for 21 ounce trial bottles. Everybody afflicted with $50 upon the odd fight. An expert handler oung. On receipt oi from New York City heeled the Tarrytown birds Tumor. I had nartial Paralysis in my left limb; Mauch Chunk, Wilkesbarre and Scranton, 6cts.wHl«nd'tbr with all forms of rheumatism, dyspepsia, malaria, and Brownie did the honors fqr Peeksklll. Over the Appliances have entirely cured it, and 1 now 1:30 p. m, Way for Bethlehem. mail. p':st-pRid. Juit kidney, liver and bladder diseases will now be 160 Wall street brokers and bankers shook crisp consider that my health Is completely restored. 1 7-10 9-00, and 10:30 a. m., 3:46,6:00 p. m. for Harts- think of it! A Muiio rushing in their orders, as the R. G. positively cures banknotes at one another across the pit and round take pleasure in testifying to the public regarding vllie and points on North-east Pennsylvania H. H. with it Address all those diseases In a short time, even to Bright's sums of money changed hands. A jovial justice of the emcacy of the 6:10, 7:10. 10:30 a. m., 2:00, 4:00, «:50, 6^0, 8:80 kidney disease In oases given up to die by physi­ the peace presided over the hilarious proceedings, p. m. for Doylestown. cians and gout and other species of rheumatism of which were continued until some time after Subscribed and sworn to before me this 7th day 7:40 p. m. for Fort Washington. 20 to 30 years standing. Cures malaria and dys­ sunrise without police Interference. Horace of March 1883. WILL A. NASH, 4:60 and 10:46 p. m. for Ablngton. pepsia in one week. References to thousands Brown lost two and Welch won five battles and the Notary Public. SUNDAYS. 9:10 a. m. and 6:46 p. m. for Hat cured. Send for circulars. Expressed everywhere. Tombstone, Cochise County. Arizona Ter. boro and Hartsville. .. SPECIAL OFFER.*660 Millions have died with Brieht's kidney disease main. [Mr. Thomas informs us that the expenses for 11:00 a. m. for Ablngton. and rheumatic diseases. Dr. Elmore is the first to The long-talked-of main for $1.000 a side between medical attendance and going to San Francisco 7-40,9:30 p. m. for Fort Washington. il discover a cure. He has treated thousands with birds owned on the one side by James Dougrey, of were $1335 paid out in fonr months. The set of 8-46 a. m. for Bethlehem and Doyleetewn, Allen­ his Rheumatlne-Goutaline and never losta case. It Mechanicville, N. Y., and by John Campbell, of Wilsonia which cured Mrs. Thomas cost only town and Mauoh Chunk. Bethlehem and way Schenectady, on the other, occurred on the Sche- THIRTY DOLLARS.] * Dr.^K. A. Davls, 200 Joralemon street, Brooklyn, nectady road March 27 and was won by Dougrey, THE ORIGINAL WILSONIA. _ .... RAILROAD. gays' "Pyficlans generally know no cure for rheu­ five to three. Well-known friends of the princi­ With all the Latest and Most Scientific Improve­ 6:46. 9:40 a. m., 1:25, 4:06, 6:10 8:26 p.m. matism and Bright's kidney disease. Dr. Elmore pals only were admitted. Many Schenectady ments, can only be obtained at the offices of the fer Newtown. , ., sports were In attendance and backed CampbeH's 8:15 a. m. and 2:36, 9:00 p. m., and 13:00 midnlgW hese heavy solid Holiea »n IB the first to discover one. His Rheumatine- roosters freely, claiming at the outset that Anglo American Electric Association. 136 and 138 RiagfS only 66c. in coin or stamps, provided; Oontaline really caret both." Fulton St.. Brooklyn. Private consulting rooms. fer Fox Chase only. Dongrey would not win a battle. Dougrey's birds Consultation with (Prof. Wilson) the originator of SUNDAYS 9:00 a. m.. 1:30 and 6:25 p. m., foJ you cut out this advertisement and send itwitl* Hon. U. C. Crossman, Jersey City, says: "I suf­ were fed by Michael Callahan, of Saratoga, who Newtown, and for Fox Chase only, at 10:30 p. m. your order at once. Any Initial* desired, fered with rheumatism for years; unable to leave prides himself on the fact that he is the only the System free of charge. If persons sending for Ticket 6fflces: Nos. 434, 624, 838, 1351 Cbestnul engraved on Inside of Ring without charge. the house for months; tried almost everything feeder who baa beaten CampbeH's birds. This pamphlet will favor us with accurate description ol street, and at the Depots. Baggage collected and Splendid Illustrated Catalogue of fine without relief; finally took Dr. Elmore's R. G., was Dougrey's last main. He has fought seven their case he will advise what garments are checked to destination by Philadelphia fc Heading JeweJ.ry, Watches, &c., ecnt with each which soon oared me." this winter and won fire. He purposes devotlig necessary to effect a cure. Railroad Express. , , , order.'Send measure of finger, nnd Rtato \vhicU Mr. J. E. Harvey, 140 Bridge St.. Brooklyn, his time In future to the breeding of game cocks. Send for pamphlet to Anglo American Electric Detailed time-tables at ticket offices anil depots. ring you desire. Address, K. CRUGEK, . g»vs- "I have no more dread of inflammatory Each side showed thirteen birds, of which nine Association, 136 and 138 Fulton Street, Brooklyn. J E. WOOTTEN, C. (J. HANCOCX, rheumatism eince Dr. Elmore's Rheumatine- between four pounds two ounces and five pounds O-Note our only address, 136 and 138 Fulton Qrn'l Manager. Sm'l Pau'r ant Ttelset Aaent, "~- "~..-.. ... 25 Maiden Lane, NewJorkJ Gontaline brought me out of the terrible condition eight ounces fell in. jStrvet, Brooklyn, N. Y. J was in last year." 8 SPORTING LIFE. April AQUATIC. The Work of Yachtsmen, Oarsmen and THE ADOPTED BALL FOB 1884. SPORTING Swimmers Chronicled. We Keep a LARGE LINE of SHIBE'S BICYCLE SHIRTS, For MENS' BOYS' and YOUTHS' Wear, In Blue, BOSS White and Mixed Flannels IN LONDON. Eastern League Ball, MEN'S SHOOTING SHIHTS, Be Gives Bowing Exhibitions Before Im­ In HEAVY BLUE FLANNEL. mense Audiences Future Movement*. ADOPTED JAN. 4, 1884. From a private letter it is learned that ' CRICKET SHIRTS, For MEN BOYS and YOUTHS. In White and Colors. "Wallace Ross lias become one of the most Shibe's Professional BLUE BAND Bats, MEN'S CARDIGAN SHOOTING JACKETS IN LARGE ASSORTMENT. popular sporting men in London. After his The Standard All of the above shirts are manufactured In our own building, and we can consequently Victory over Bubear, the manager of Bats of the Profession. GUARANTEE A PERFECT FIT. the famous South London Music Hall Base Ball, Cricket and Boating BICYCLE HOSE, engaged Wallace to give rowing exhibitions Imported direct from the foreign manufacturers. Our line embraces HEAVY GERMAN RIBBED on the stage illustrative of the styles Uniforms on Hand and COTTON, ENGLISH COTTON and CASHMERE, SCOTCH MIXED WORSTED. of the Also, DOMESTIC WORSTED RIBBED BICYCLE HOSE various oarsmen of England, Australia and Made to Order. in all Colors. America. rie was nightly received with tre­ HEA.VY SHOOTING HOSE, mendous applause. The hall was packed every IN WOOL, BOTH FULL LENGTH AND HALF LENGTH SIZES. night and it was unanimously acknowledged that D. SHIBE & CO., Mr. Ulph, the manager, has made a great "hit" by No. 223 NORTH EIGHTH STREET, Phila., Pa. STRAWBRIDGE& CLOTHIER, engaging Koss. Mr. Ennls, Koss' backer* Send for Catalogue and Price List of General Sporting Goods.______tried to arrange a handicap sweepstakes for April 12th, between Ross and a number HORSES, CARRIAGES, ETC. HORSES, CARRIAGES, ETC. of Thames and Tyne oarsmen and although Koss BICYCLES. BICYCLES. Offered a start of from twelve to sixty seconds to all comers the Englishmen were afraid to measure oars uiotnst him. ROBS was to have sailed from Liverpool on the 29th. The Pittsburg Times pub- LEARN TO RIDE THE BICYCLE, llshes extracts of a letter from Koss In which he And enjoy a physical and mental recreation unknown to those gays that in the late International boat race be­ who confine themselves to other athletics. tween himself and Bubear the latter rowed him- criirfkAT C. HORTICULTURAL. HALL. Broad street. gelf to a standstill in the first mile and a half of OLJti.UU.lJi3. PARK KINK, Belmont and Elm Ave.,W.Phila. the contest and that the race was virtually over When that distance had been covered. Wallace thinks that liubear is a good second-class mile PURCHASERS TAUGHT TO RIDE FREE, tewer. He also states that he will not reside in Fittsburg Again, at least until after the rowing SALESKOOM. 811 ARCH STKEET, PHILADELPHIA. season Is over, and he has requested Plaisted to SEND FOR CATALOGUE, take his boat on to New York. H. B. HA.RT. Ripples. The West End Rowing Club, of Buffalo, has been Incorporated. COLUMBIA C. E. UPDEGRAFF, The Philadelphia Canoe Club has elected W. H. SELLING AGENT FOR J'alkner captain and Thompson S.Westcott purser. BICYCLES. The freshman crew of the University of Pennsyl­ vania began their water training on the Schuylkill STANCH and RELIABLE THE AMERICAN STARBICYCLE last week. The Statzell-Fitzgerald race on the Schuylkill ROADSTERS. Will bo the first of the season under the new racing rules of the National Association. The Popular Steeds Alfred Cowles, Jr., a college student at Yale, Inot with an accident by running into a locomotive For Business while in training for a seat in this year's University and boat. Matched Pairs, Fine Drivers and Speedy Charles Courtney has signed the articles ofagree­ Pleasure. ment to row Wallace Ross a three-mile sculling jaoc at Oak Point on Decoration Day. James Pilk- Send 3-cent stamp for Illus­ Horses Always on Hand. Ington offers a purse of $2.600. trated (36-page) Catalogue. The Oxford and Cambridge University crews Good Reference and Responsible Warranty in Every Case, practised together on the Thames March 26. The riiePOPEM'FGOO, Cambridge crew rowed bist. The weather was un- OBDERS FILLED FOR EYEBY DESCRIPTION OF HOUSES. propitious and the water rough. 571 Washington St., Counsellor Kichard P. White's yacht Nepenthe appeared on the Delaware last Tuesday, the first Boston, Mass. "on deck" for 1884. Her general appearance shows WM. HUNT & CO., that she has been carefully looked after since last MAKKET ST., Camden, N. J., Near Ferry. 8eat*on, and tho Nepenthe is now considered one of the handsomest yachts on the river. LATE NEWS. CA.RRIA.GKE BUILDERS. The Regatta Committee of the (Quaker City Taclit Olub have selected Monday. June 2d. for the STRICTLY, FIRST-CLASS WORK. Spring regatta. The regatta promises to be the Great Kite-Flying. Second to none in Style, Finish and DtiralMity. most brilliant in the history of the club, and to af­ Nsw HAVBN, March 29. Yesterday was a gala LIGHT WORK A SPECIALTY. ______ford accommodatio 8 for thote who wish to witness one in tho history of kltedom. The Aerial Club, Of One-man wagons weighing from 100 to 125*8, with top 140&S. Two-passenger top wagons 175 to 31W B>s. the event, efforts will be made to secure the three- All Work GUARANTEED in Weight and Quality as Represented. fleck steamboat Republic. West Haven, flew a kite. It Is a monster of the Washington notes: The Potomacs will this week air and If kept in control by 1,000 feet of clothes­ I lemovc from their present winter quarters to the line attachedtp a reel, which unwound as the kite boat house...... The Analostans expect to produce went upwards into the air. The kite is 12 by IS MAKTTPACTtrRER OF R. M. BRAITHWAIT & CO. a. light-weight crew this summer that will beat the and is ballasted by a tall of Manila rope 75 feet light-weiKht record. One of the members of the long, weiKliinir ?8 pounds. The kite will fly as GOODS. BROAD and WALLACE STS, crew thinks that Hatch Gresham, Boyd and Per- long as the wind Continues from the eastward. BROAD AND SPRING GARDEN STREETS, American Association Patent Base ley "ill pull in the shell. They will begin practice PHILADEWHIA1 Balls and Bed Band Bats US soon as good weather sets in. Tho Champion Chess Flayer. Are in universal use throughout the country. The first-class yacht Minerva has been placed PITTBBURO, March 29. In the chess contest in Upon the stocks for a thorough overhauling. AMUSEMENTS. Among the many changes will be a new bowsprit, which Dr. J. H. Xukertort. the champion ches» boom and topmast. "We are a little impatient to player, engaged in a game with twenty-seven AVERLY'S. THEATRE. Show our colors," said President Wagner, "but it players simultaneously, the games were eomclated Won't be long now." "No, it will not be long," gbucuj anAriel Boat Club, which will be situated about published by Sampson Low & Co. early in May. FALKA, BASE BALL UNIFORMS One hundred yards east of their old house. Barnum'e "sacred white elephant" arrived at With a Brilliant Cast, Including, Made to Order Prompt and Satisfactory. ROAD WAGO3ST8. A despatch from New Haven last week said: New York on the steamer Lydian Monarch. D. Mesdames Bertha Hicci (her first appearance), Formula of uniform measurements and catalogue "The hard work as laid out by Captain Bob Cook B. Sickles, for many yean American Consul at Jeannie Winston. Florenzo d'Avona (her first ap- sent on application. J.AMES F. FA.Y. for the Yale crew is beginning to tell on the enthu­ Bangkok, Siam, waa one of the party who re­ nearance), Julle DeRuyther, Maud Girour, Hattle siastic applicants for a seat on the'Varsity eight. ceived the elephant. Richardson and Leona Clark. Messieurs Francis A.. J. REACH & CO., Veterinary Dentist, On Tuesday E. A. Merritt, of'84, gave up training. Mr. Palgrave Simpson has given a new treat­ Wilson, Hubert Wilke, Frank Tannehill, Harry MANUFACTURERS, Although a powerfully-built young fellow, neither ment of "Bleak House" in his "Lady Deadlock's McDonough, Alfred Kline, A. H. Bell and F. J. 93 South 8th St., Philadelphia. NO. 847 NORTH BKOAD STREET and the work on the machines, nor in the shells has de­ Secret. The piece was produced at the Opera McCarthy. No.1715 NORTH TENTH STREET.Philadelphia veloped any great amount of oarsmanship, and he Comique on Wednesday, ft is neatly put together, MAGNIFICENT CHORUS OF 80 VOICES! HORSE CLIPPING Done at Short Notice has been compelled to drop out. Others are likely but lacks strength. Director of the Music...... Herr Ernst Catenhusen AMUSEMENTS. to follow soon." The Royalty Theatre opens the Easter season Stage Manager...... Mr. H. A. Cripps. by HAND or MACHINE. Tho executive committee of the Canadian Asso­ with "La Cosaque.'' SUPERB HUNGARIAN COSTUMES. ALXUT STREET THEATRE. DENTISTRT A SPECIALTY. ciation of Amateur Oarsmen met at Toronto PICTURESQUE SCENERY. Miss Osborne, an American actress, appeared at LAST W March 21, and elected Oliver Morphy, Argonaut the Gaiety in a new melodrama, under the title of MATINEE (but one) OF "FALKA," Fleishman & Hall...... Prop's and Manager. K. C., treasurer, vice A. M. Nauton, resigned, "Her Own Enemy, on Wednesday. The critics do SATURDAY, APRIL 5. COMMENCING TO-MORROW EVENING, GENTLEMEN'S DRIVING PARK Huuie Blake replacing Morphy on the committee, Twelve Nights and (only) HORSES not say much in favor of either piece or player. EASTER MONDAY, April 14,1884, Grand Pro- Saturday Matinees. TK AINED and COLTS BBOKETf to which J. W. O1 Kara, Toronto K. C., was elected, FANNY for TRACK or HO AD. vice P. D. Ross, resigned. The following com­ duotion of Strauss' Popular Opera. Gooa Pasture and First- Class Accommodations mittee was elected for the coming regatta on EAGLE vs. COCK. THE MERRY WAR, ttpon Reasonable Terms, Toronto Bay: President, Mayor BoBwell; treas­ With the Original Cast of the McCAULL GEORGE SCATTERGOOD. urer, O. Morphy; secretary, W. A. Littlejohn, S. OPERA COM1O.UE COMPANY, from the CA­ How the King of Birds Disposed of Two Gam* SINO, New York. The same magnificent cos­ DAVENPORT Brown and W. Barron. Fowls. Tho annual regatta of the Passaic River Amateur tumes, gorgeous sliver armor, &c. In her Matchless Rendering of VICTORIEN S AR- An American eagle, trapped on one of General Admission. ...50c. | Second Balcony....26o. DOU'S Master-piece, Uowing Association will be held on Decoration the Branch Ticket Office for Haverly's Theatre at D. P. S. NIGHOLS Day as usual, the races, which will be rowed over a Islands opposite Santa Barbara, Gal., was J. G. Ditson & Co.'a Btraightaway course of a mile and a half at recently sold to a game-cock fancier, who Music Store, 1228 Chestnut St. Newark, N. J., being as follows: Junior single- Horse and Carriage Eculls, senior single-sculls, double-scull shells, pair- put it in his chicken park. Suddenly ons HE CLUB THEATRE. oared gigs, pair-oared shells, junior four-oared of the fowls flew at the eagle and struck it T VINE STREET, BELOW EIGHTH. npon the wings. MONDAY EVENING, MARCH 31, PEDOBJL BAZAAR. Shells, senior four-oared shells, six-oared gigs and The eagle merely looked at eight-oared shells. The events are open to all ama­ the little chanticleer with a curious, inquisi­ You have asked for it. You have coazed for It, Supported by her own original New York Cast, BROAD AND CHERRY STREETS. teur oarsmen belonging to clubs that have been or­ You have wanted it. Now you've got it. Including Mr. R. S. MANTELL. tive glance. Then another game fowl struck Two Shows ganized three months prior to the regatta. him in the breast, while the first hit him on Combined in One. A NEW CREATION OF WOMAN. SPECIAL Elated with hlf victory over O. W. Lee tha MAD. GIRARD GYER'S ENGLISH NOVELTY A THRILLING STORY. SALE. backers of Henry Fetersen, of San Francisco, hare the neck. The eagle now opened his wings COMPANY AND THE STRONGEST PLAY PRODUCED IN WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, AT 11 A. M. made overtures for a match for $1,009 a side with with a leisurely swing and erected his chest PADDY MURPHY'S ALI, STAR SPECIALTY TWENTY YEARS. By order of the Administrator of the estate of the O. H. Hosmer, to be rowed at 'Frisco. The latter feathers, and his eyes seemed to blaze. Again COMPANY. late Frank D. Watson. Bays he will row Petersen, provided the match did one of the fowls rushed recklessly at the Far Surpassing All Previous Efforts. EW CENTRAL THEATRE. Valuable trotting horses, fine carriages, road jjot conflict with his engagement with Hamm and eagle, grasping a bunch of feathers in its at­ N THE FAVORITE FAMILY RESORT. wagons and sleighs. the Pacific-coasters allowed him $500 to cover ex­ tack. Before it recovered from its attack MME. GIRARD GYER'S Week commencing MONDAY, MARCH 31, line single and double harness, seal robes, penses of himself and assistant; the winner of the FAMOUS TROUPE OF STATUARY, IN THE Nightly, and at the three Matinees, Tuesday, Fri­ blankets, &c. Including lace to get two-thirds and the loser one-third of all the eagle extended one of its talons and seized GREAT TABLEAUX: day and Saturday. commissions from steamboats, railroads, etc. Jas. the cock by the neck and, with a dexterous 1 Floral Representation of Spring. 2 Toilet of THE CELEBRATED Keenau, of Boston, says he will back Hosmer in swing, laid it fluttering and quivering bs- Pandora. 3 Judgment of Paris, in Two Pictures. guch a match. 4 Marcus Minilus neath its left foot. The second cock now ordering the Execution of his RENTZ-SANTLEY by "Canada Gray After the match between Wallace Ross and Geo. charged upon the huge stranger, whose wings Son, in Four Picture!. Eagle." "Gettysburg" has a Bubcar had been decided on the Thames River, Prof, and Mme. Girard Gyer's Latest European NOVELTY AND record of 2:30, obtained at Washington last July. £ng.. March 10, an off-hand double-sculling race were half opened andlaziiy rising and falling. Sensation, the Beautiful He has proved himself in his races to be a nrst- for $50 a side was brought off from Hammersmith As the cock struck it was met with a blow BURLESQUE COMPANY. claes trotter, and has also shown his ability to trot from the eagle's in 2:20. single or to the pole. Has frequently trot­ Bridge to Bishop's Creek, between Dave Gooodwin wing, and as it fell wa» PRISMATIC FOUNTAIN. ' ted a half mile in 1:08 and 1:09 in his races. His »nd G. Perkins and the brothers C. and T. G-ibson, caught in his talons and laid dying upon the The only one in America, casting its Millions of Our Social Club. qualities as a pole horse are well known, he the latter being in receipt of six seconds start,these ground. The victor did not appear to be ex­ Beautifully Colored Sprays over Ancient Greek Introducing twenty of the most beautiful and having trotted a mile with his mate "St. Cloud." four being the double-scullers who had been lead- and Roman Statuary. The Fountain was origi­ accomplished lady vocalists, a Ing Ross and Bubear in their work cited, and after thus disposing of its trouble­ select coterie of over the Rochester track in 2:26, to a top wagon. Is respectively. some adversaries lazily stepped to one side nally Imported from Europe at a cost of $3,000. American and European Vaudeville Stars. perfectly quiet and easily driven. Scarcely two lengths and a half were secured in tne And many other Pictures too numerous to mention. Hawkins and Collins, Smith and Daly, Isabel "Isaac," a handsome bay gelding, 15V hands »ix seconds allowed, and Q-oodwin and Perkins and seemed to relapse into reflection, every People's Prices, 15.25, 50 and 75 cents. Ward, the Clarks, Harry Morris, Woodson and high, 9 years old. sired by i:Winthrop Morrill," Won at their ease in 7m. 20s. once in a while looking down indifferently Bennett, Billy Buckley, Nellie St. John. the sire of "Honest Harry." 2:22; "J. (f. Morrill," The New Jersey Yacht Club has elected the fol­ upon the dead fowls lying at his feet. NTERNATIONAL COMIQUE. First time in this city of the new. sparkling bur­ 3:29: "Nellie Otis." "Ben Morrill" and eight others lowing officers: John H. Longstreet, catamaran I SANSOM STREET, above EIGHTH. lesque extravaganza, "THE SPANISH DUDE," in the 2:30 list. Dam, a thoroughbred mare, now in Duplex, commodore; R. F. Rabe, sloop Mlnnehaha, Monday Evening, March 31, and Monday, Wed­ DON JOSE, with a brilliant cast, introducing for Maine, and owned by John H.May, Augusta, Me. Vice commodore; John D. Goetschius, recording A Boy'4 Shooting. nesday and Friday Matinees. the first time the new sensation, THE MASHER'S "Isaac" has a record of 2:34%. obtained at Waverly, Secretary; George E. Gartland, correspondi»g The following is taken from the London OUR LAST WEEK. QUADRILLE. N. J. He is a horse of remarkably fine actlon,very secretary; Charles J. Kogers, treasurer; Henry H!. Sportsman »f a recent date : " South Charles French and Alice Clark, Louise Vara- fast, either single or to the pole. Has been driven Stilling, financial secretary; William S. Dilworth, London Grounds, Nunhead. The only sour.Smith and Rowland, Hamie Marrow, Traoy AGAR, CAMPBELL & CO.'S DIME by Mr. Isaac H. Pawling a trial in 2:27^ and last measurer; Edward W. Ketcham, Henry C. Dil­ and Eagan, Colllns and Welsh, The Cooper Bros., H MUSEUM, NINTH AND ARCH STS. fall a mile to the pole with "Gettysburg" over a worth and Edwin A. Barkelew, regatta committee; feature of interest at Mr. C. Brown's inclos- Henning and Eastman and full Stock Company heavy track, to road wagon, in 2:35. "Gettysburg" "William H. Dilworth, Theophilus Butts, Edward ure on Saturday afternoon was some starling concluding with THE WONDERFUL and "Isaac" make a fast and handsome team that •'. "W. Ketcham, William C. Morris and William (hooting by the nine-year-old boy Kimrod. GRANDFATHER'S CLOCK. are easily driven, neither pull or fret and both are