The spirit of admiration was unanimous in both countries.
Both were athletic heroes.

Grace accepted; Anson declined .-- Chicago Tribune.
The firm of Chicago & Anson expired by its own limitation last night.
The partners parted on the best of terms.

It is now twenty-two years since they began to do base-ball together, and the record made is an honor to the world of athletics.

Long ago, while the dew of youth was still in his locks, the junior partner was known as "Old Anse," much as in army circles the pre-eminence of General Grant won for him the designation of "the old man." Anson first gained distinction as the heaviest batter that had ever gone to the plate.

Then, for many seasons, he was captain.