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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1892
Page
5
A fragment from the Wheeling Register shows dense OCR corruption listing names, addresses, ads, and notices. scattered phrases reference printing, subscriptions, and public notices, with broken lines and stray quotes. The readable content preserves several personal names and local business mentions amid the chaotic text.
In Noblestown Allegheny County yesterday Washington County officers pursued a reportedly entrenched murderer. The suspect fled to a house and fought off authorities with bullets and dynamite as townspeople and officers closed in. A fatal shot claimed by the fugitive ended the clash, while others were wounded or killed in the chaotic confrontation.
In Onarroy West Virginia on August 5 a non partisan serenade welcomed Thomas B Tavis after his nomination as investor at Tupsleg Ian. Local figures including Malone and Dent praised the event. The crowd dispersed at 9:30 after speeches by Gratwoo and J Frank Wilson amid friendly chants and congratulations.
A Kanawla county convention addressed prohibition and party lines, selecting temporary and permanent officers. Delegates adopted a platform opposing Prohibition and urged unity, with W. C. Haeson and J. R. Midleton named for county roles as the gathering dissolved into a congressional style convention.
Mr. Lawrence Clarks remains confined at home while Dr. Manley plans a trip east and to the seaside. Numerous locals including Ella Webster of Flushing and Henry Baer return from coastal stays. Patrick Coppenger and Rose Seallay visit Garrett and Pittsburg. many others journey to New York, Chicago, Wheeling, and Mount Lake Park.
A sensational Moscow cable describes First Lieutenant Ivan Rettivitch entering a casino hall in New York and fatally shooting Prince Nicholas Susslovitch amid a jealous dispute. Rettivitch then killed himself as witnesses screamed. The prince’s companion was dragged down, and chaos ensued before police could intervene.
Reports from Wasutxurox on August 6 describe growing belief that Mrs. Harrison suffers a fatal stomach cancer. The President plans to depart for Lake when Congress adjourns, as family anxieties mount over her illness and a sister’s similar fate. General sympathy follows the President.
Superintendent Morr sends word that repair work continues with full crew and deputies have summoned witnesses but few arrests. Strikers remain restless though most workers stay under Amalgamated leadership. landlords suspend rent while Carnegie expands housing, prompting concern over Homestead’s future and local loyalties.
In St Louis at the Brotherhood of Painters and Decorators convention resolutions denounce the Carnegie Steel Company for alleged unfair treatment of workers and for employing Pinkerton agents. Frick and associates condemned for warlike stance. Pinkerton reference bitter. Also reports on a large freight wreck near Connellsville with multiple injuries and a Parkersburg Democrats convention actions.
Last night an incendiary set fire to about 800 bushels of wheat stacked on the hill opposite New Martinsville. The wheat belonged to Messrs. John Easly and John Mel. Jones. The act was described as the work of an incendiary.
August 6 in Kar Astazoo Mrew Bailey and mum were sued for 25 by the administrator of the estate of Martin Paley an employee of the show killed in a wreck two years ago. Manager Hager says he will not sorte.
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