Rich Variety of Silks and Dress Goods in Wheeling Sale
A Wheeling store advertises heavy silk and satin varieties, brocade silks, and broadcloths at prices from 40 to 75 cents. It highlights Lawn and Cashmere fabrics, Zephyr Ginghams, linen napkins, damask, and table linens with substantial savings claims and multiple vendors named.
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Wheeling
Luton
Youlle
Dhep Estea
Alors
Plains
Seige
Amoskeag
Boor Malina
Armory Q
West Virginia Republicans at Martinsburg Convention Preview
Reports from Wheeling to Martinsburg detail West Virginia Republican delegates, district selections, and internal party struggles ahead of Chicago. Observations note Blaine faction dynamics, Arthur administration patronage, and shifting support among key lawmakers and voters.
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Martimaburg
Balueinen
Firet
la Connectiog
Campbell
West Virginia
Girid
Imvivand Senaige
Turasahinga
Tema Aiton
Ble
Remein
Expovemnor
Thi
Bimenlé
U. S
Atkineon
Bok
Blaine
Ravenne
Arthur
Evans
Barimar
Bawan
Tariff debate lengthens as Morrison bill stalls in caucus
Washington April 23 1881 officers report that Democratic factions remain far apart on tariff measures. Mills Tucker and Curtin Eaton press for a compromise unacceptable to Morrison and Hurd while lawmakers hint the debate may end with enactment unlikely this season. A separate inquiry from Bellew requests guidance on long lost inheritance credits in an odd town clerk letter from Carlisle.
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Morrison
Eaton
Tocker
Wasuisutos
Messrs. Mills
Curtin
Democratic Party
Cartin
Exton
Hurd
Milla
Tucker
Carlisle Bay
Thio
Washington
Wanniwarox
Judson
Judaon
Turmoil in Treasury Chief Selections and Tariff Talks
General capital news reports confusion over succession for Solicitor of the Treasury with J. Burrows declining. Assistant Solicitor Robinson may be appointed. several names linked to the Controller of Currency vacancy. Treasury advocates signal potential candidates as tariff act reviews and consular service funding face adjustments.
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The
Treasury
J. ©. Burrows
Sulivitor Robinson
Sea
Bureau
Barrows
Treasury Department
Cannon
Vimursot
FF. Miller
Ouildhin
John C
Charles B von
Sinowo
Bureau of Brandlestony
Secretary of the Treasury
Boy Eaten By Dogs After Wandering From Farmer’s Farm
April 26 report of eight year old Henry Barlow missing from a farmyard. James Mullis found the bloodied clothing and hat in a field. The body was recovered and taken to the barn, amid frantic talk of a possible animal attack. Community officials and bystanders sought answers while the coroner’s inquiry began.
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Bimwell
Biewinouas
Ata
David Brown
D. Moore & Co
Hank of
Cath Benocks
Amsterdam
Bieter Coomnax
Henry Barlow
James Mullis
Mr. Moilie
Chile
Great London Fire Reported In Kensington Area
A diary-like report notes a major fire in London near Kensington on an April night. The blaze began around six, heavily damaging dry structures and injuring several people including a specific mention of William Whitely and others. Authorities examined whether the explosion came from dynamite or blasting, with no clear cause given.
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Dyanmien
Tesnat
Rm Nix
Westbourne
Kensington Garden
Exphelon
Wales
Local City Notes From April Morning Page
Readable fragment recounts town happenings including minor quarrels, theft, illnesses, obituaries, and social events. Mentions Patton and Martin youths, Mrs. M. Leonard, George Grafton, May day services, a Young Folks Aid Society, and a fire at Carter Hotel. No arrests reported.
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Ginas
Geauville
Dale Deron
M. Leonard
James
Jamea Kelly Wee Tx
Claireville
Manta Ferry
Henson
Alos
Robert Moore
Tia Old Place
Green
Carolina Seith
Woodefield
Wito
Thin City
A. A. Gorogeite
Kelly
Jas. du Mois
August
Fook Mitchell
Rose McDonald
Bridgeport
Tappan
Ali Levi Arn
Newark
A.J Senders
Henry Landkroo
Carter
Seni Square
Kebels
Cincinnali
Cooper
Marehall Burke
Marehall McConnaughey
Meidgepet
W. H. Thompson
Foarh
John Wells
R. Wels
Rendenca
L. Grafton
Plecr
K. Smith
Dauntless
Pitty Bare
Ebeen
Narnia
Daugherty
Mises
Itetis Moure
Kuma Oberman
Willie Kittie
Isude
Ieee Davey
Maue Havir
Id Druehide Pincarick
Hon Testerday
Charlee Bradford
See
George Grafton
Gorten
Marietta
Apna Cowan
Sam Francines
Thomas Portes
Fa Asia
Heiress of Millions and Will Dispute Arising
A long unreadable 19th century column discusses a so called heiress to vast wealth and a contested estate linked to J Nicholas Amertoh. It mentions possible heirs Mrs Emerth and Mrs Mose, a family Bible with ancestral records, and histories of related fortunes. The item touches on legal action, German correspondence, and questions over a will from about 125 years ago.
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Mner
Piower
Ken ‘York
Randall
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Marylaod
Baltimore
Marsland
Cumberland
Prestbury
Lonaroning
Williameport
Thisavur
Lerick Qallery
Voogrie
Vonssetran
Coertams
Rorearol Street
Emerth
Milleos
Juha
Nicholas Amertoh
Hesse
Girard
Joke
Cemoury
Huerich
Rueny
Germany
Nira
Nira, Rovwrichy
Dore
Hari
Fein
Kaverien
Bas
Weeaie
Deecine
Wetaullat
Reneriah
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