He also served as a regular umpire in both early major leagues, the NL (1880–81) and American Association (1887–88, 1890).

Born in New York City, Doscher began his playing career in the National Association with the 1872 Brooklyn Atlantics as a right fielder.

[1] In 1882, he accepted a temporary job as a scout with Cleveland, even though he had signed a contract with the Detroit Wolverines for the 1883 season.

[4] His full-time return as an umpire lasted just three season, 1887, 1888 and 1890, but his officiating career was not without notable occurrences.

[8] Doscher's occupations in subsequent years include work as a scout; the discovery of future Hall of Famer Willie Keeler is attributed to him.