Irreducible School Fund Dominates West Virginia Legislature
The Sentinel notes the lawmakers debate the irreducible school fund distribution to counties by literacy ratio, criticizes Senator McCreary and Senator Dawson, and discusses proposed cuts to county publication rates. It highlights the Randolph election inquiry, Governor’s message on rising insanity, and calls for preserving newspaper patronage rather than reducing public notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawson
Preston County
Senate
Irresponsible Lunacy in West Virginia Press
A fragment from a West Virginia newspaper discussion accuses most papers of supporting the Amendment. The Wheel ing Intelligencer is blamed for advising party members against unity. The exchange questions the balance of moral courage and civility in political rhetoric amid partisan friction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Wheeling Intelligencer
L'Reeman
the Freeman
Legislators consider shielding rail line workers from wage attachments
A Baltimore and Ohio Railroad favoring measure seeks to bar wage attachments by creditors, arguing it safeguards non residents and avoids harm to workers. Critics condemn special legislation, citing debtor protections and the burden on honest creditors, while petitions circulate along the line opposing the law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Co
Agricultural Tax Exemption Debate in House of Delegates
The Judiciary Committee reported against Stapleton's resolution to amend the Constitution to exempt agricultural and manufactured products produced within a year from taxation. It argues such an amendment is inadvisable and notes the state needs funds, citing taxed calves eggs hogs and corn as examples. The call to fund state government ends with a rallying line to lawmakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judiciary Committee
House’ of Delegates
Chew
Jefferson County
Warrens
Virginia
Georgia
Tennessee
Committee On Taxation and
Fijiuire
White
Justice of the Peace
Hall
Hart and Garfield in 1880 editorial notes
A fragment from the Chronicle-Herald 1880 columns discusses Garfield’s public standing, credit mobilization issues, and party loyalties. It mentions resolutions in Jefferson county on license taxes, compares state revenues, and cites legislative actions including House Bill No 8. The piece reflects Democratic viewpoint on Republican fractures and taxation policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hart
Chronicle-Herald
Philadelphia
West Virginia
Garfield
Credit Mobilier
de Golyer
Grant
Chicago
McCormick Nomination Sparks West Virginia Row
A report from the U S Senate notes the nomination of Sam'l P McCormick of the Bayne for Collector of Internal Revenue in West Virginia. The Intelligencer and Baltimore Gazette publish sharp editorials attacking McCormick and supporting Blaine, accusing Hart of political manipulation and stringing together letters from Republican leaders.
Tobacco Smoke Toxins and Health Risks From Tobacco Use
A summarized excerpt reviews Dr. Zalinski's studies on tobacco smoke showing nicotine and other toxic agents. It notes varying poison strength by tobacco type and smoking method, with cigars and pipes often more harmful than cigarettes, and warns high temperature smoke can risk lung injury and cancer. Alcohol, wood fibers, and centric agents are discussed. Alaska coastal bears and a separate Cincinnati incident are briefly mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zulinski
Warsaw
iDn Zubinsk
Zaneki
Zalinski
Polarized election notes and party tensions in Epstoss Eagle
A January 26 1885 letter from Par PankEnsnene reports a heated municipal election in which Republicans won the poll but Democrats prevailed in the caucus. It notes neglect of the colored Republican vote, discusses the McCormick Collector appointment, and criticizes the Intelligencer for anti McCormick attacks while urging Republican unity and prudent leadership. The column also mentions the U S Circuit Court proceeding against perjury and remarks on editorials and party dynamics.
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Toogon
Shameleesiteau
Pmplineas
Huse —Balt Noe
Beecher
Belknap
Balenck
Hayes and Wheeler
Birds Grillack Togeter
Bultimore
Grant
Hayes
Seey
Meak
Moe Asd
Fsa Hs ‘Elbetudd
Washington
Mayes
Mtatts
Shepherds
Butler
Pitt
Alti Earry
Baltimore Gazette
Tiscoms
West
West Virginia
Meg Hart
Gefestiarow
Teade
Curtp
Jones
Battlestore Gazette
Mer. Hart
Huet
Blaine
Martinsburg
McCormick
Satori
Mr-Me-Cormick
Intelligencer
McCormie
Hatt
Inia
Comnivet
PankEnsnene
Epstoss
Pap
U.S. Circuit Court
Allen
Republic
Insaac
Burdic
Son
Duval
Arthur
Burdie Mary
Aj Daresay
West Virginia Storm Devastates Several counties in 19th century report
A violent storm swept across Mason Putnam Raleigh and Roane counties damaging jail houses barns and farms. Homes barns were destroyed trees toppled, and livestock killed. One jail prisoner escaped as walls collapsed. A schoolhouse was damaged and a woman injured. others bruised by flying timbers as residents and neighbors aided in relief.
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McLean
Bhowen
Hil 1
Braxton
John Mey
Buffalo
Hnan
Sisson
Tims
Sisson Shife
Raleigh County
Attachment of Wages and Political Commentary
The text reports legislative probes into wage attachments and debtor protections with references to constitutional limits and creditor rights. It also covers appointments, resignations, and praise for Gen J H Darval, plus editorial critiques of Democratic efforts and national education policy, including internal revenue and state political maneuvers.
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Grafton Eagle
Paar Mael
Proprio
McCreary
Randolph County
Wilson
Randolph
Ugl
Weston
Senate Ling
Jor County
House
Cotupliaie
United States Senate
Sam'l P. McCormick
Bayne
Internal Revenue
McCormick Lecause
Ge. Dayal
Bankara
McCormlek
Itelligencer
Eley Mex Cormick
Ceasus
Repubilicans
Bichalf
Cap
C. Burdette Hart
Je-Tree T
Daltimore Gazette
Tatter
Philadelphia Chronicle Ferald
Vteis
Griat
Mulligan
Charles Francis ‘Adams
Clifford
Balthe Bean
Timore Gazette
Fuston
Perpetu Ie
Alaska
I Tkovsky
Wong
Childeew
da Apita
Pho
Cincinnati
Cincinnati Fiquirer
Cuneliston
Anan
Abel Hanes
Ustanongi
Kersburg
United States Court
Parkersburg
Lang
Wiernas
Committee On Jusiciary
8. P. McCormick
District of West Virginia
J. H. Darval
Geo. Duval
Mayne Weil
John A. Ibgan
Ilinois
Parlysis
Boston
Schurz
Powell
Taylor
Blair
Democratic Party
Fieri-Fxcias
Nix-Camrous
Baltimore
Valencia
Muscatel
London
J. J. Gilligan & Co
Jormick Brock
Grafton
W. Va
P. J.rowan
Sonstan Aid
TH. Long & Son, ‘General Hardware
Alf
Ritenss
Mars Stincit
Grarrox
W. Vas
HULLS
MR. Hull
Therimbeter
Equitable Life Associa’n of
Home Company
Punepal Expensee
Promogny Pal Stoney Yonex
Polley
RcSanbat Cavteravent
Whitlock
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