02 Dec 1883
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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1883
Page
1
An account of the Democratic caucus selecting Carlisle as Speaker with details on voting among West Virginia members, the list of contenders, and reactions from Randall and other lawmakers. The piece references Senate inquiries, party strategy, and notes on West Virginia delegation dynamics.
A large fire destroyed the Masonic Temple on Twenty third street and Sixth Avenue in New York, with heavy smoke and flames rising from the roof. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours, estimating total losses around $100,000 with extensive damage to the temple’s interior and artwork. The incident also references a gas explosion in Wellsburg, causing panic near a public school and revealing a cistern and gas lines as contributing factors.
A report notes a gas explosion near a schoolhouse scene with no mains leak at the time. The Special is the Register, December 1, reporting George J Williams found guilty on multiple counts for robbing salts with sentence reserved. Noah, seventeen, from Fayette County, confessed to postal law violation and got two years. George W. Cole of Kaleign County convicted of using mass for fraudulent purposes with one year. Court adjourned for January special session.
A shattered account reports a small British vessel named Thomas Lang colliding near the Battery after departing Liverpool on October 24 with a chemical cargo. The crew aboard the brig evacuated, twenty one survivors saved, but many lives lost as the hull sank beneath rough seas and a calm yet fatal moment left wreckage and bodies in the water.
The city faces a dispute over wage cuts and productivity rules as employers seek reductions. Union members resist while officials consider staged layoffs and altered shifts amid economic pressure and job security concerns. Community leaders caution on industrial impact and address planned adjustments.
The trial resumed with crowded courtroom as O'Donnell faces murder charges in Port Elizabeth. Witnesses described Carey family ties to Walter Young and disputed motives, while defense urged jurors to doubt premeditation and consider self defense under threat. The defense and Crown clashed over credibility as jurors weighed if Carey’s death was a calculated murder or a response to danger.
A lengthy report details alleged misappropriation by the Morwelliant Chant Company connected Dutch syndicate and Frank K. Sherwin. Baron Rebecque and partners claim Sherwin diverted funds from the grant and leasing deals, with investigations and prosecutions underway in multiple jurisdictions.
William Peacer died after suffering wounds from Tob Walker on Last Sunday. He forgave his killer and spoke farewell to wife and child at the Presbyterian church. The city mourns as authorities note Walker may face punishment while the community reflects on mercy amid tragedy.
Attorney General defense debated crime motive as judge instructed jurors. O'Donnell sentenced to death for theft from a barrel. Robert Toston, aided by counsel, jailed two years for a separate wharf theft over three weeks ago. Brevoesville reports.
Amasa Stone widow Mrs. Elizabeth Stone and former Cleve land resident Frederick W. Locke faced divorce and scandal after domestic troubles. Locke, once in Washington and Boston, aided by letters urging divorce, married the widow amid church scrutiny. Church courts expected to address alleged second marriage.
December 1 Jake Wenbrick elopes with Linsie Graham but spurs a pursuit by her father and brother. They chase on horseback to Houstonia Grabant and Lesantalowed, the groom fights the kin and the couple flees. After a clash the lovers decide to abandon the plan and Graham later votes for the marriage.
A morning announcement reveals Jay Beck and Min Kom Netower eloped last night, crossing social boundaries in a hometown tale. The wedding unsettles Min Kom Netower s family as details blur and the couple faces immediate scrutiny.
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