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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1896
Page
11
The weather forecast discusses fluctuating temperatures and rain across days leading into April. It notes predictions of warm spells and cool snaps, with references to possible flooding in certain regions and shifts in atmospheric conditions. The piece mentions attention to seasonal changes and cautions for readers with varying clothing needs.
A garbled clipping references the New York World leading with a wartime invitation and mentions of Democratic and Republican positions. It notes a radical platform shift toward free silver and national policy, hinting at a political contest with candidates and party debates shaping public opinion.
Firefly and patrie alee were two police court cases yesterday. The Jasenise Club plans a Friday social. A civil service exam for clerk and car washer is set for May 1. Primk Jones paid $1 for drunkenness. Local improvements near Ally Court progress. The Happy Twelve Fishing Club meets Monday with Lang providing music. Plans for a new two-family house on East McCarlines Street. The Fulton fire department hosts a dance at Weraggin's, and lodge events run through the week. Mozart Park opening is planned for Sunday with public access and weather noted. A Porty-third to Westy eighth street project and track work near Party-third/ Eom streets discussed. New loop road from Tench Street remains near completion, with improvements to Benwood span. Shoes and retail ads appear amid community notices.
Fragmented, garbled report outlines tensions among Spain the United States and Cuban rebels over Cuba Porto Rico and reforms. It mentions public opinion in Spain and the possible mediation by Cleveland era figures while noting military costs and impact on Cuban crops. It also lists a long advertisement for fabrics and wallpaper from Swabacker’s.
Moundsville items report Brady of Fostoria Glass in New York on business. Dr A B Lineh buys two draft horses from Ong breeding farm Dillonvale. Hicks nearly hit by moving engine while crossing B&O tracks. School board to raze building for modern structure this summer. Cameron banking books opened. G Brock starts new bank books. Capt James Whittingham and daughter visiting local family. former resident. Prison guard Plymale called home due to mother’s illness. J C Bardall tours South and West for United States Whip Co. Pay day at glass factory, coal mines, and cigar factory. funds distributed to workers. Mrs Geo W Grimes back in public after illness. Robert Ritchie discharged after six months for assault in Benwood. Polish natives Skazynski and Mrs Leokidi Gutkoski aired grievances. husband and wife involved. dispute leads to state departure. Christian Endeavor Society hosts musical at Opera House for Presbyterian church. Miss Maurie Willard guest of Miss Clara Mosier. Mrs Bentley Booher of Wheeling visiting Teath Street family. Miss Norma Fuchs of Powhatan visiting. guests Misses Mary and Norma Scott return home. Mrs Richard Chaidock to visit friends in Whinchaville. Miss June Wood of Canada and Miss Fannie Wood visiting local families. will visit Pittsyore. Catholic services held today in church first since fire. Frank Fish farm 117 acres in Clay district sold at special commissioner's sale for 2120 dollars.
The Kriegerverein ladies met at Mrs. Henry Borwert’s residence on Ninetown Street to form a ladies’ section. Officers elected include President Mrs. H Borchert, recording secretary Mrs. Charles Lehrebe, financial secretary Mrs. J Schenk, and treasurer Mrs. A Grugl. A grant entertainment was planned for the twenty fourth, with officers installed by Rev. William Pifer.
The May festival committees led by Moxar Beschoven aim for an all day event at the Opera House with a matinee and evening concert on May 25. The music committee, comprising Herrmann Schockey H Hartmann Charles Zulauf and A A Gehraman, has begun rehearsals for the difficult program while supplies from Ross T Chew include painting dresses embroidery and fashion items for the event.
Welcome Lodge No 6 marks eight years on May 20 with a grand trades display parade limited to lodge members followed by a concert and entertainment at the temple. Musical groups from Wheeling will participate with families, and refreshments will be served. Committee: Charles Dowler chair Samuel Kepner W C McCluskey. Preparations promise a notable event in Wheeling Parkersburg and We Virginia. Ex Governor Arthur Boreman lies near death at his Parkersburg home after sudden illness ten days ago.
Daily Chronicle of boat traffic reports last night as river levels fell to 10 feet 9 inches. Vessels such as The Bi. D. Wood and The Advance moved up or down with cargoes. The Keystone State and Hudson slated to run. Mentions excursions, coal fleet incidents, and river weather. local ads follow.
In Sisteraville on April 18 residents report uncertain July weather amid various transfers and visits. No Opera House shows this month. Local social visits include Mrs Dal Rose hosting Parkersburg guest Mrs Reynolis and Mrs J C Morrison shopping in Wheeling. Community notices mention church services, a German event in Marietta, and Fulton firemen’s ball on April 22 at Zogrgens Hall.
Local advertisement urges homeowners to hire Chew for exterior and interior painting services. Includes contact details and affordable pricing options for high quality finishes.
Obituaries list multiple notices with names and ages including Magdaline Fuxinbubth Goetze Mary Leginbuhl Christina Selig Chas Schrebe Willam McLaughlin Redhn Ovohundylt and George Stuehle, giving addresses and funeral details. Interments at Peninsula Mt Olivet Greenwood cemeteries with varying service times in April 1896.
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