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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1883
Page
2
The Sunday Register proclaims a larger circulation than any paper in the two Virginias, noting its advantages as an advertising medium and praising widespread readership across the region.
A Belmont County scene in Baronville features a political talk between Democratic candidate for Representative and Lipaycratic challenger Jobs J. Howard. Voters hear views on the Baptist ticket and party strength as the discussion touches on prospects for the upcoming convention and the county’s political future.
Fragmentary local notice notes a church gathering and civil event. The readable text mentions Joseph Carson from a nearby county attending church last Sabbath for four years, with unclear connections to an upcoming public or military action.
Fragmented OCR obituary style notice recounts deaths and family tributes. Names like Brownlee Grtice Kennedy and hospital or house references appear with references to relatives and neighbors. The text notes visitors, meals, and local activity, with a somber tone and multiple personal details.
News item recounts a severe storm sweeping through the area on a Wednesday evening, delaying processions and highlighting damage to streets and public buildings. It notes the Salvation Army’s parade, the Glass Works project near Midway, and upcoming civil events including church services and a planned parade through principal streets.
In Wheeling area society notes Mrs Murray of Wheeling returns from a visit, Miss Hannett visits Mine Sawyer, and Mr Scull moved his family. A pleasant gathering was held at Nellie Gemyer’s home with music, refreshments, and several attendees including Nellie Semyer and Belle Mumue, among others. A neighborhood inquiry asks about a missing person, and several local residents are mentioned in varying social and domestic contexts.
Special to the Register from Concesnati dated August 25 describes grand preparations by the Order of Cinemnates for the opening of the Kievesto Industrial Exposition. Rex of New Orleans will be welcomed with a flotilla, military pageantry, tableaux, and a gala reception at the levee, with city officials and dignitaries in attendance.
In Bellaire News the report covers community meetings, choir plans, and local visits. Johm Rubiamu contemplates a new elegant room in Briamant, while Ey de ty B. Lane will preach at Second Presbyterian. Several residents travel, attend camp meetings, and await the Democratic county convention next Tuesday.
In Moundsville dated August 3, J E Sarsel discusses a proposed gas or coal project. Citizens may push for the venture but final results hinge on progress reaching a six foot shaft depth. Local merchants and prominent street figures weigh prospects for jobs and town prosperity.
A chaotic early week page notes arrests and releases in a murder-related case, with William Oakes and wife of Wellabore visiting relatives. It mentions town council proposals on partial mas, local officials, and visiting dignitaries from Washington and Allegheny. On a separate item, Charles Guthrie dies near the prison, and Finner Fields, aged three years, dies with two siblings ill from scarlet fever.
Steubenville notes tell of heavy crowds seeking seats for the new Opera House opening next Monday and Tuesday with Lights a Londog and Prof Jor tra providing music. Local society figures travel, socialize, and await proceedings as area businesses and staff prepare for the debut and ensuing week of attractions.
An article describes a proposed summer resort with a new hotel at Sulphur Spring, promising healthy, delightful surroundings, rich bluegrass milk, and endless ice cream. It highlights dramatic scenery, drives, and trains, plus local social notes and a medical breakthrough in King’s New Discovery for coughs. It also reports a local accident involving Mr. Swiger near St Clair and various town personalities visiting or returning.
Special to the Remuter Pannervilax C August 25 Barnenvill sits in Belmont County western part about 25 miles from the river and is praised as clean hospitable with friendly residents and lively social life. The town features wide streets and a growing number of stores and homes, with rail access near Fairmont 7 miles away and 14 by the pike.
Bridgeport community records a flurry of visits and travels. Notables like Miss Lucy Alexander, Dr. John Gigee, and Rev. Laucke are mentioned among relatives and friends visiting Fremont, Madison, and Beaver towns, while local figures such as Kirkwood residents and lawyers St. Clairsville ties reflect social and professional ties across the region.
A drunken man in Tyrconnell Mines district caused minor vandalism and was fined by the Mayor, with state actions pursued by the Express Company. The county fair is being prepared with arches and improved grounds, promising its most successful year yet. An elderly West End resident struggles financially, eating bread and water, while neighbors consider charitable aid. Town improvements include street washing, drainage, and lamp-lit evenings, and the community reports a lively but costly fair.
Communion services held at the Presbyterian church with sermons reported yesterday and today. Notable visits include Mt Fort guard from the Ohio Penitentiary and D H Darrah of Beleaire as guests of the county clerk’s family. A temperance meeting at U P Church drew a large crowd. Belmont County Fair entry books opened with strong stock prospects. Local gatherings and church picnics noted, plus various social visits and a Camp Meeting turnout.
Wheeling visitors stayed at the National on Wednesday while Barton’s Ferry saw activity on business. Mrs Thom entertained friends Thursday night. A narrow gauge engine arrived Friday and trains continued over the road. Hunter lad Nickodemus Hicks moved to Reform Farms under Dr. Hollingsworth. Republican committee and county candidates met Saturday to plan the campaign. St Clairsville to play Barnesville Athletics at Barnesville next Thursday. David Okey, Woodsfield attorney, in town Friday. Probate Judge’s office got a new site Wednesday. Young society folks plan a dance at Wesday’s Hall the last night of the fair with Kramer’s orchestra. D. L. Walker, D. S. Downing and A. W. Kennon on the committee. J W and F E Douta of Barnesville drilling an artesian well on the fair grounds for exhibitors. Judge Cochran of Martins Ferry in town Friday about the senatorial nomination. Prof C W Elliott and family returned Thursday from Cleveland. E Petty and S L James Barnesville lawyers were in town Friday.
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