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Newspaper
The Grafton Eagle
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1885
Page
2
In Grafton, discussions swirl around Hart, McCormick, and the Intelligencer as battles over editor positions, removals, and political loyalties heat up. Notices mention potential bids for the Hart-led paper, state legislation, and local bridge funding while a shadow cast by a recent damage suit looms over party maneuvering. The charge that Hart aimed to buy an editor post resurfaces amid wartime rumors and cross party accusations.
Hart and Dunnington are the only two with railroad passes keeping them tied to the gang as they travel to Washington to support their papers. The piece mocks Jeff for not paying his assessment, while Collector McCormick stands to handle the Pierce damage suit. The Intelligencer may defend a slander suit by the Marshall county sheriff for 20,000 dollars. The English Canadian dispute grows. the indignant editor of the Wheeling Intelligencer attacks soldiers’ interests, while Plummer conducts an official audit of the Revenue Office.
The Baltimore Sun reports concerns over Senate confirmation for internal revenue collector nominees. It notes the law’s pay limits, commissions, and recess appointments, plus debates on removal power and implications for salaries. It cites figures, proposed appointments, and political commentary from newspapers, including Pillsbury and Clements, with remarks on West Virginia politics and reactions from Morgantown Post.
The Democratic opinion notes Republican papers attack Hart of the Intel ligencer as McCormick gains allies. The Fairfield Index characterizes the situation as a forceful display of power, suggesting no fear for the present or future.
Wilkes-Barre reports a severe epidemic from Plymouth with six typhoid malarial fever deaths and nine funerals. Borough council votes to clean streets and backyards and consider sewer construction after water supply investigated as a pollution source. A heavy shower aided street cleaning efforts.
A collection of letters and notices from West Virginia newspapers outlines harsh political stances and editorial rivalries. It includes a belligerent Republican warning to Democrats, discussions of appointing revenue collectors, and potential U.S. Marshal candidates for West Virginia. The items reference Clarksburg Telegram, Indianapolis figures, and local officials, with notes on editorials and endorsements.
A Winnipeg dispatch reports continued activity at Fish Creek near the battle site. General Middleton orders the left division moved across the river while rebels retreat and are not visible in the ravine. Dead Indians are found, ponies counted, and rifle pits noted. Scouts report 150 half breeds crossing west. wagons sent toward Batoche. A separate note mentions The Wheeling Register acknowledging a political maneuver involving Senator Camden and MacCormick. Farmers in Harrison County face high hay costs and scarce feed impacting stock.
An 19th century advertisement columns touts King’s New Discovery for consumption and bronchial issues alongside claims for Frazier's Root Bitters and Arden aromanna remedies. It cites testimonials praising cures for bronchitis, leg injuries, liver and kidney benefits, and overall health improvements. Multiple products are touted with prices and local druggists named.
A garbled newspaper item touts various patent medicines including Dr Feugier's Magic Ointment and Acker's Emgitah Remedy. It claims cures for skin diseases pimples eruptions kidney troubles and coughs. The piece mentions local merchants and a city council member, with prices and mail order notes amid dubious medical claims.
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