Homicide and storms spark dramatic rural headlines
In Lincoln County a quiet mountain community buzzes after a local homicide. Andrew Phepean dies from a likely accidental strike in an orchard as Henry Baker performs a fatal act blamed on a quarrel. A distant Parkersburg storm injures Estella Stone, struck by lightning while at a window, leaving little hope for recovery.
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W. Va
Lina
Andrew Phepean
Prominet
Guyan
Henry Baker
Yu Chhapiman
Prighton Baker
Baber
Ube
Nocecasina
Manler
Baker
Chapman
Parkersburg
Yestersby
Pankaseaiien
Mise
Estella Stone
Smoke Pears
Lewis Stone
West Virginia Republicans at Kanawha End in Disorder
chaotic proceedings mark the Kanawha Republican and Greenback convention with violent exchanges over ticket division. reports say glass and punches flew as factions clashed, leaving attendees to question unity ahead of county gatherings. mentions Mayor Purdy and Blaine supporters arriving, large crowd estimated, torch light events planned later.
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Cosmos
W.va
Harmuey
Ani
Marneiis
I GP
Purdy
Blaine
Mownilyvilla
Conierwn Club
Ligonet
Hubbard
C . Han
Washington
Gen. Catt
Cincy
Enquirer
West Virginia
Nathan Goff
Congress
Wheeling
Abbitt House
Enquirer Bureau
Beatey Enquirer
Gol
Goasip
Bucana Fm
Clarksburg
Tentral Gott
Pen Richands
Haa
Richards
Clarksurg
Ale State
Marksburg
Alvar AN
Avaleiyin
Cauten
Weis
W. Campbell
Wheeling Agencer
Campbell
Roscoe Conkling
United States
Jay
Hayes
Garfield
Tex
Gott
Gil
Senate
Thompson
Golf
Ons
Hye
Dark History of Randolph County Murder Mystery
A long-forgotten Randolph County murder tale unfolds from 1840 to recent interest. The elder Flanagan family figures, with wife Mrs Flanagan and lover El Carr, amid jealous strife, arson, and a cold-blooded double murder linked to Leading Creek area. Local prosecutors and observers piece together clues from a rural, rugged landscape.
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Randolph County
Buverly
W. Va
St George
Tucker County
Jacob Flanagan
George W. Summerfield
Norriiers
Thin Seite
Maryland
Bern
Randolph
Tucker
Aueeney Scott
Pulleof
Chin
Croek
Old
Virginia
John F. Flanagan
Mra Flanagan
Flanagan
Bia Wil Maver
Mia Finpagan
el Carr
Aisay
Am Log Huuw
Leading Creek
Carr
Flannagan
Autlen
Market News and Local Notes From August Seaboard Report
The August report notes softer merchandize trade with oil and grain movements mixed. Wheat futures near New York show little change. corn remains strong on supply declines and crop prospects. Rail construction talk continues. local officials report mixed optimism for the Virginia and Pennsylvania line. Obituaries mark the death of Hon. A. Prichard. several local residents visit kin and merchants organize in response to business volatility.
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Ohio
Diana
Illingie
Kentucky
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Ria
Patra Touta
Liverpool
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Canada
Hightows
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Indge Brooks
Bud Col. Wilson
Lowndes
Hal Moore Jackson
Wat
Virginia and Pennsylvania Company
Miter
Long
A Prichard
Mannington
Porscuitt
Butler's Blow Out at New Year Rally in Wheeling
A New Year rally in Wheeling features Ben Butler cheered as he attacked monopolies. The article reflects on Dr. Richard Blam’s death and his career as a leading physician, his Prussian army service, and his influence on Wheeling’s health system. It recalls prominent local figures from Wheeling’s past and notes political currents and civic impressions amidst a crowded public scene.
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New York
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Richard Blam
Jing
Cat Schurz
Hicken
Cane
Ametlen
Janes
Wheeling
Ding
Helvetic
Amolph County
Tesh
Baer
Elticeam
Thomas M. Gully
Sherrard Chemens
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Servonn
O- Jennings
Cate Aled Caldwall
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Brubmae Linco
Miniater
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Lande
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Pendiotun
Wheeling Intelligences
Bia
Kentucky
Deel M. Edyington
Virginia
Lynchburg
Fhburg
Bette
France Questions and Min River Dispatch Echo War News
The report notes Admiral Courbet sending a dispatch from Min River detailing operations. It cites heavy bombardment, casualties, and batteries, with French ships near Canton and plans to proceed to Chinese ports. Also mentioned are broader Allied moves and tensions with Egypt and Britain.
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Pearsen
Admieal Courbet
Min River
Leannot Tor
Min
Malsoo
Raph
Yemages Naltah
Suaseway
Charbet
Buwe
Port Wen
Dingell
Carpet House Expands to Meet Growing Trade
To satisfy steady carpet demand we expanded operations by ordering from leading manufacturers and adding a second sales room. A dedicated staff from management to installers now offers expert help in bordering making and laying carpets, aiming to offer a premier national carpet room experience.
Auction of Moquettes and Rugs Sets Home Furnishings Tone
Our stock comprises choicest Moquettes Velvets Body Brussels Tapestry Brussels Three Ply Ingram Smyrna Rugs Velvet Rugs Moquette Rugs Art Squares Tapestry Rugs Persian Rugs Linoleum Oil Cloths Cocoa Matting Napier Matting Hemp Carpets Cottage Carpets for home furnishing displays and sale.
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Smyrna
Cortain Department Lace and Turcoman Portiere Sale
Local department store advertises lace items and window shades with pricing and contact details, inviting cash purchases. Limited readable terms indicate a broad assortments sale and a phone contact for inquiries.
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Real Lace
Turcoman Portiere
Nottingham Shades
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