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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1895
Page
1
A sprawling, fragmented report traces a political shift and social upheaval in a major metropolis. It names officials, locales, protests, and internal divisions while weaving through archival turbulence and public sentiment across months, highlighting governing strains and community responses.
Fragmented text shows a murder case with references to a suspect and widow, alongside scattered mentions of wartime figures, places, and dates. The garbled OCR includes names like Aurora and Hamilton, a possible courtroom setting, and unrelated notes about wages, pills, and local notices.
The article recounts Senator M. A. Quay’s bid to control Pennsylvania politics amid factional strife. Both sides claim sufficient votes as the convention nears, with Harrity and allied figures promising to back Quay while opponents warn of a fierce battle. The piece notes a volatile scene across counties as leaders rally, fundraising efforts, and strategic moves unfold in the race for the party’s nomination.
Washington August 24 Comptroller Bowler has received the final briefs in the sugar bounty case and begun work on a decision that may come within a week. He must first rule on ex Senator Manderson's motion to refer matters to Secretary Carlisle claiming the act's language bars regular treasury disbursement. The Treasury expects Bowler to overrule the motion and allow payment to proceed.
William Willard, drunk and enraged, shot at police and wounded two officers near noon. Patrolman Roller and Special Officer O Brien pursued him, Roller injured, Willard captured after a clash and taken to St Elizabeth hospital in serious condition.
After three days of talks green glass workers and manufacturers agreed on a five percent wage rise for 1895 and 1896 and limited apprentices to one for every fifteen Blowers. The oldest discount of ten percent was adopted. The settlement affects about 15,000 workers and production resumes September 1.
Berlin reports finalize plans for German American veterans journey. They will parade to warning monument, attend Kaiser Wilhelm memorial church inauguration, and visit Berlin sights while musicians and fetes mark the visit. Otto Gerber pardoned after injuring a horse. public excluded from cornerstone ceremony amid security concerns. Sedan Day events, naval maneuvers, and grave Visitation at Gravelotte noted. Fire destroys Williamson block in Clowland. total loss substantial. Dueling case escalations in Parkersburg involving Buskirk and contempt fines. warrant issued for Anna Frey arrest.
City Health Officer Dr J G Walden says he will demand an investigation into alleged irregularities cited by the Health Committee. He defends his non partisan conduct, explains pay arrangements with Dowler, and blames attacks on the intelligencer amid smallpox concerns. He asserts no hospital here worsens city health and dismisses all charges. Hood's Sarsaparilla ads interrupt the piece with product claims.
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