15 Apr 1888
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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1888
Page
1
A garbled column mixes political innuendo and foreign policy hints with scattered names and places. The piece references Canvey, Chicago, and various leaders, noting debates and potential shifts in power while flitting through errant phrases and partial quotes.
The House session features Perkins stressing tariffs and military appropriations. Debate covers pensions for ex soldiers and sailors, public lands, and Indian claims. Critics cite protective systems and accuse Democrats of shifting focus from reform.
Fragmented report lists names proposed for a House Ways and Means panel on pensions, plus remarks on not blocking broader debate. It notes upcoming provisions for West Virginia applicants, a convention context, and mentions crime and depot incident aftermath with sparse details.
The Jackson County West Virginia scene centers on Holly G Armstrong a government official and leader among Democrats who denies seeking the state auditor post. He explains a shift toward serving the public as Stamp Division chief while noting party wishes and statewide political currents.
Dr Barker reports hopeful signs for Mr Conkling, showing better pulse and nourishment with a night of improved condition. Bulletin notes he slept well and grew somewhat more intelligent while doctors maintain cautious optimism about his head wound and overall status.
April crop averages from the State Board of Agriculture show wheat at 60 percent of the district average, barley 77 percent, and forage yields weighted by condition. Separate dispatches cover assault on Burlington switchmen, a Roanoke mill fire, Judge Schofield delaying pursuit of the Chief Justice post, a deadly dog bite case in Kansas, wrecked crew losses near Crovewren, and New York’s weekly general merchandise imports totaling 5.259 million dollars.
In Broad Daylight this afternoon Mrs B I Wool of the East End was robbed of a ring and a wallet containing money near the corner of and Centre avenues. A group of men pursued her after a shot was fired, with a potapaling effect. Mrs Wool was the fourth time a defenseless woman robbed in that daylight stretch.
Debar gains involve transfer of property at No 106 Madison Avenue with approval to Dus Debar by Luther K. Sareb for 611,000 plus other considerations. Reports from Tulsa and Macon note the disappearance of John W Neal linked to Mande St Pierre, with Neal found dead near his last location amid unresolved murder rumors. Flooding damages railroad bridges near Sions City and Keyes, while a Democratic quarrel ends violently in Macon. Lightning injures Mary Heffner in Womelsdorf. railway labor disputes hint at compromise. Butler rumored to seek U S Supreme Court appointment. A freight wreck on the Cincinnati, Washington and Chicago line halts trains near Van Buren. In Premont, Blaine supporter Clarence Brows is elected delegate on the thirtieth ballot. Deland found steamed to death in Iowa. Mexican priests travel to Rome bearing a gift for Pope Leo. The Board of Trade at Carcase notes trading."
A dramatic Island afternoon game left Cleveland kickers drawing boos from spectators after a rowdy display. Captain of the train arrested followed a close game sketch of catcher Henry Yaik. Yaik, a strong backstop, is noted for speed on the basepaths and a growing season record. Born February 29, 1860, Yaik celebrates his leap day birthday every four years. He stands 5 feet 10? inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. Yaik began with the Detroit Coma Club, then Sandusky in 1896, Adrian in 1897, and Mansfield the same year, showcasing solid defense and effective batting runner skills.
Wheeling loses to Cleveland 4 to 2 amid heated scenes after a ninth inning flare up. Hotaling and McKean involved in on-field incidents. manager Buckenberger and captain Faats confront umpire Sheppard as officer Watson intervenes. Wheeling rebounds with strong defense but falls short, while Cleveland players show a volatile, public display drawing heavy spectator reaction.
Will forgers Mrs Breck and husband Joseph Corbett and I A Harper were arrested after two forged wills of Martha Hall McDonald surfaced in probate. Joseph Hall, the son, was named sole heir in one will, while the other favored the Brecks as witnesses testified. Trial ended with a guilty verdict, marking a notable early case of will forgery in the region.
George Clark was found guilty in Waynesburg Pa for the murder of Win McCausland, a drover from Allegheny City. The crime occurred near Carmichael's, Pa with a bullet wound and robbed pockets. Trial had no witnesses and relied on circumstantial evidence.
Paris reports selectmen met at La Catons and Bare Brook to vote on German politics. A split over Boulangers candidacy and a pledge between Prince Alexander and Princess Victoria surfaced amid broader talks of peace and political stability. Other items note tenant evictions in County Clare and a royal engagement rumor in Berlin.
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