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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1889
Page
4
The jury verdict clears Jerome McCormick in a case described as a quirky mice business dispute. The judge announced the decision amid a courtroom described as tense and focused on unusual local commerce.
The report details Brooks alias Howe, a traveling con man, under scrutiny by multiple cities including Albany and Detroit Free Press editors. It also covers a girl from Todianspolis, a planned rescue, a chem setup with two men arrested near Martin's Ferry, local real estate transfers, and Wheeling ball club aspirations. The piece blends police chatter, court actions, and community notices with several named individuals and places.
Last night five people were injured in mishaps across Zinaville and Martin's Ferry. A skid collapsed at Zinaville trapping John Garrison, fracturing his right ankle, while scaffold debris fell at the Island eshoo house site, delaying work but causing no injuries. In Martin's Ferry a barroom brawl led to Frank Coss breaking Bry Madden’s jaw with a stone. A man named Flynn nearly fell into the river after a liquor aftereffect, aided by bystanders. No arrests were reported.
Shareholders met after a tense week over a proposed 25000 stock issue. The old management secured a clear majority on the board while Sweeney interests showed limited gain. A committee audited the secretary and treasurer and recommended separating duties due to Fair week workload. The new board will elect officers and address the recent Ley farm purchase.
The notice describes a mortgage on the Union Bridge property location, listing parties involved and the action to be enforced. It notes the lender, borrower, and the parcel details, with dates and legal steps to perfect the lien as required by property law.
A city report outlines a large loan tied to the construction of a new island bridge. Officials project rapid progress and emphasize financing terms, timelines, and expected impact on regional traffic and growth.
A Wheeling Bridge and Terminal Railway Co mortgage to Washington Trust Co for 2,000,000 dollars is filed at the clerk’s office. Bonds totaling 2,000 in number, 1,000 dollars each, mature in 50 years from Dec 1, 1889, with 6 percent interest semiannually. Rail line construction and rights of way across Wheeling, Benwood, and Martins Ferry secure the mortgage. The new Powiky depot plan is under review, with plans sent to Pittsburgh for revision and return. City Railroad Committee chair Farrell expects hearings and stock subscriptions, with about 1200 shares already pledged and a projected 30,000 needed to proceed.
Wheeling as the celebrated comedian Charles Bowser headlines a three act show at the Grand Theater. Reviews praise his stage presence and the supporting performers Annie Vaughan and Signor Maio. Local reports note strong audience interest and a large subscription response for the season opener on Monday.
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