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Newspaper
The Grafton Eagle
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1885
Page
2
The session closed with little done beyond normal appropriation bills. Notable acts included tax exemption amendments and reform measures. President Cleveland’s inauguration drew crowds as Wilson of West Virginia was also inaugurated. The February debt figure shows a reduction of 85,970.19 with total debt of 1,409,128,825.87 in the treasury.
In view of talk of calling an extra session by the new Democratic Governor, this item presents the cost of the just-closed session from the legislative appropriation bill to show readers the full measure of such a luxury.
The legislature approved a bill to establish reasonable passenger and freight charges and prevent unjust discrimination by railroads. The Wilson substitute allows Grafton to receive the same rates from Wheeling and Parkersburg. The B and C Company will now be able to revise its freight schedules.
The Legislature passed a lengthy measure governing the jurisdiction powers and duties of justices of the peace and constables and procedures before justices. It spans about fifty pages and introduces several important changes to the existing law. Reportedly the act will not take effect for ninety days from passage.
A joint House of Delegates committee chair reports irregularities in Randolph and Preston counties election returns for governor. The certificate shows 1446 for Willis Wilson and 590 for Howard Maxwell, but sworn statements claim 1146 for Wilson due to a counting error.
A Times dispatch from Piunaperrura dated February 27 cites medical authorities declaring General Grant gravely ill with an inflamed tongue and neuralgia. It notes his pain, inability to swallow, and ongoing struggle, while detailing his work on a forthcoming autobiography despite suffering and his deteriorating health. It also includes political commentary on Democratic party actions regarding tax measures.
The legislature adjourned after a frantic rush to push through legislation. A long list follows naming bills on school districts including Glenville and West Grafton, county courts, clerks duties, boards of accounts, taxes, railroads, tariffs on butter, text books, and public safety. Also noted are joint resolutions totaling thirteen.
The Wheeling Register criticizes the minority for blocking needed laws while the Martinsburg Independent defends the majority. The disputed amendment to exempt farmers failed due to the majority’s refusal to allow a vote. Editorial tone urges accountability and questions who bore responsibility for the legislative deadlock. The snippet also advertises Tonics and remedies for liver and digestion with sales pitches attached.
Advertisement warns coughing ailments across a range of diseases and claims Dr Fragier’s throat remedy and Lun Jaam cure coughs and related illnesses. It touts hundreds of grateful users and stresses reliability and accessibility, with references to agents and priced bottles. It resembles a late 19th or early 20th century patent medicine pitch.
The ad promotes a magic ointment claimed to cure pimples blemishes and eruptions with promises of clear skin and beauty. Also lists cures for sore nipples lips and stubborn wounds. Sold by druggists or mailed for 50 cents. includes agent locations and a disjointed dissolution notice.
A Republican member of the Illinois Legislature, Judge Logan of Whiteside, collapsed on the House stairs as he ascended without an elevator. Suffering heart disease, he died within minutes after being moved to the ante room, altering party control and potentially shifting the balance toward Democrats.
Public notice details an 1885 sale of real estate in Taylor County by order of court. The Tan Yard parcel in Simpson Township, previously sold to John T Walker and later transferred, is offered on credit with notes due in 6 and 12 months. Special commissioners Bond posted. auction at the courthouse door with required security and witnesses. The action also includes a chancery suit to locate assets of the Mandelbaum estate and compel administration disclosures. The case names Jette Mandelbaum and Sigmund Hayes as nonresidents, with appearance required by the first Monday in March. The notice is published in Greerton Banks.
The letter from Mr. J D Rodefor of Greenbrier, Virginia, claims long suffering from a severe blood disease caused by burnors in the blood. After five years with no relief from various medicines, he reports finding substantial relief using Brown's Iron Bitters, purchased locally, and recommends it as a tonic for general health.
An advertisement touts Dr Williams Indian Pile Ointment as a quick remedy for piles and itching. It claims instant relief after five minutes and suitability for private itching, promising soothing effects and tumor reduction.
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