Grafton Eagle Courts and civic notices summary
The Grafton Eagle lists the County Court and Justices for Gratton and surrounding districts, names church leaders, pastors, and Sabbath schedules. It also records fraternal and fraternal lodge meetings, societies such as A F and A M, Royal Arch, Old Fellows, Knights of Pythias, and other local groups with meeting times and locations. Various churches are listed with service times and pastors, reflecting a snapshot of civic and religious life in Grafton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Stisel
Herr
Mynile
Shell
Belakioan
Clark
AC Holy
Wmn
Watkin
Grafton Lodge
Odd Fellows' Hall
Banksman' Block
Aes
W. A. Shipman
C Chaney
Monay
Odafet Jone Hall
G. W. White
Fe Ouch
Berbe
Friendship Lodge
Casha
L. Hechmen
Gilligan
T. B. Society
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Summer Time Schedule
Train timetable notes show B and O railroad services with daily arrivals and departures at Grafton through November 13. Listed are multiple connections from Baltimore Wheeling Cumberland Parkersburg and Baltimore trains with specific times and daily patterns, plus a medical ad for Dr Kline promising nerve restorers and fits cures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grafton
Baltimore
Kline
Arcist
Philadelphia
Wheeling
Cumberland
Parkersburg
Nore Smeg
Fy Bees
Bee
Balttinss
Ballimora
Parkersbut
Parkersbuit
Nors
Conberland
Parkerabi
W. Hawarrow
Education of Statesmen in Democracy and Learning
A critical examination argues that American colleges fail to harmonize youth with democratic ideals, hindering the rise of an aristocracy of learning. It emphasizes understanding social forces over technical facts and warns that true leadership requires humane, inclusive spirit beyond mere intellect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fac
Tate
Henry
Adams
The
Princeton Review
Tariff Reform Debate Split Over Morrison Bill
Henry Watterson telegraphed from Washington to the Louisville Courier-Journal advocating free trade Democrats and denouncing Randall and the protectionist wing. He argues the Morrison bill is essential, warns defeat could dissolve the Democratic party, and urges preserving honor over party. Also notes local Randolph Enterprise item on cattle sheds paying, citing Dr. Yokum and loss from blizzard.
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Henry Wetterson
Washington
Louisville Courier-Journal
Randall
Protection
Carlisle
Morrison
New York
Pennsylvania
Mr. Morrison
Friends of Revenue Reform
Democratic Party
National Democratic Committee
Barnum
Congress
Gen
Hancock
Republican Express
West
Randolph Enterprise
Kent B. Crawford
Yokum
Beverly
Southern State Letters Favor Renomination of Tilden
The Enquirer prints letters from eleven Southern states summing 106 electoral votes and showing overwhelming sentiment for renomination of Mr. Tilden. McDonald Indiana is a near favorite. Payne Ohio has supporters. Bayard and Randall have followers. Blaine is preferred by Republicans though other names circulate.
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Crxcrynaui
the Enquirer
Lousiana
Tennessee
Delaware
West Virginia
Virginia
Kentucky
Missouri
Arkansas
Georgia
Mississippi
Maryland
South
Tilden
McDonald
Indiana
Benatore
Payné
Ohio
Randall
Bayard
New York
Blaine
Lingoln Sokot
Log
Tariff reform views and political notes mix in 1880s columns
Political notes reflect tariff debates and party contrasts, citing Butler, Carlisle, Hendricks, Grant, and Logan. Fragments critique tariff revenue versus protection, discuss reform outcomes, and mention Mexican travel observations and social contrasts among Mexican women.
West Virginia News Roundup and Local Notices
A fragment from a West Virginia periodical highlights coal and timber prospects, a prospective iron-ore lease, and a monopoly comparison with Vanderbilt. It notes a gubernatorial candidacy shakeup, a proposed suspension bridge at West Fork River, and regional tax commentary. Also, incidents include accidental pistol discharge in Adamston and community editorials from Weston and Clarksburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Fork
First Street
West Weston
Weston
Ed. Sullivan
James Frazier
Harrison County
Sullivan
Frazier
Adamston
Clarksburg
Hawk- Bie
Religious debates on providence and church insurance
A West Virginia Democratic-leaning opinion piece contrasts the saying God will provide with practical self reliance. It questions religious assurances, cites biblical examples, and argues for personal provision and skepticism toward divine protection. It also comments on Republican unity and upcoming political events.
Bound to Make a Record for Gibson in West Virginia
Congressman Gibson seeks a new achievement by probing judicial expenditures in West Virginia, despite prior failures on licensing, seed distribution, and an attack on J. S. Wise of Virginia. Marshal Atkinson assists, though Gibson dislikes the investigation. After the meeting, Democratic campaign material may fall short for Roe and Hittinen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Blaine
Arthur
Sherman
Edmunds
Gibson
J. 8. Wise
Virginia
Marshal Atkinson
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Grafton Eagle
County Directory
Jentinn
W. Barrett
Jona Henry
Omer
Willian Waikina
Credit Court
Lewis Haymond
John W. Deck & Co
Jerman
A O Law
John Tucas
Coury House
J.W. Withide
Thomas
tL.eel
Booth'n Creak
Alfred Cochran
D. Bainbridg
Wlemington
Nelson- Gray
J. Warden
Seral
Presbyterian Church
Hlanngan Yan
Epia
Sturm
Cathalle
Pather Kelleher
Figandiota
Weat
Fries
Berjleev
Eoetsia
Fidel P.m
Farm
Corporation
C F ;Gba
Weck
A . Ae Ayer
MC Durbin
Re ‘Gmillgan
Counellman
Ae Large
AH . Thayer
SB Fallon
John J._Gilligan
Suewand
Shaw, Sr
My White
Connelimar
Soha Flanagan
Baltimore and O10 Railroad
Simpson’ Business Directory
Scorn
Simpson
Badgelt
W. Va
H. D. Davis & Bro
Gece Dry Goods
Davis House
M. Davis
Nan
Beast
M. Scott
Jabber
Simpson, W.va
J.D. Holms
Bripaiasp Raynevap Sexe
Alex. Leeds
McCormbbts
Main St
Grafton, W.va
Dr. Leeds
Baltimor Den’s College
Edward H. Pratt & Co. Commission Merchants
Calvert Street
Alex
Mars St
Grafton, W. VA
M. Hldent
Main Street
W. RD. Deny
Virginissere
H. J. Snively
Ofpior
Grafton, Wi
A. Walker
Stailroad St. Grafton
Kad
P, Lambriceht
Watchmaeker
Roger House
W. E. Rovens
Pruntytown
Wacuen
Taylor Co
Grafion
Willeide
White Browne Bionnimenta
Neer Freight Depot
Lewis Co
Lee
Panverlarsa
Etrety
Teonyson
Earth
Quan
Texas
Fort Worth
Marster
Title Cabin
Green
Connecticut
Haven
Henry Watterson
Randall, Barnum
Democratic Squad of Protectionists
Presidency
Blaine and
Ben Butler
Osman Digna
Speaker Carlisle
Hendricks
Fitlaburg Commercial Gazette
Ohio State Journal
Republican Party
Democratic
Indianapolis Journal
Grant
Times
Chicago
Hoe
Gen. Logan
New York Tribune
Mexico
Vanderbilt
H. G. Davia
Tucker County
Democratic Party of
Govenor
E. “Boyd Faulkner
Berkeley County
Democratic Executive Committee
Charlestown
Jefferson County
Evening Journal
Louis Bennett
Cutright
Hall
Wexion
Hawk- Eye
Grafton Esau
Newt
Happy Land
Taylor
Bogle Company
Jas. W. Holt
P. McCormick
Freeman's
Brother Miller
West Virginia Freeman
Herbalf
Santa Claus
Thawon
Pver Phied
Hannah
Joshua
Colorado
Nebraska
Daniel
Diagases
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