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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1896
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text mentions a trial verdict and references to groups and individuals. Unclear names and details. summary preserves core event of guilt and trial context amid garbled source, noting possible mention of a bank or financial stake and multiple locations.
Morenntown West Virginia February 1 1900s era note announces Miriam Mire Swisher and D W Swisher mark their silver wedding anniversary in a ceremony at home region church with family and well wishers. Several lines commend the couple as esteemed residents of Hampshire County and reference a university paper mention.
An unreadable OCR fragment describes a robbery at a cemetery with mentions of Wallace Aaevm and a location in Tennessee. The text is heavily garbled but implies a crime scene at night and possible suspects or witnesses. Further readable details are not available.
A telegraphic memo from New York discusses potential refunds and treasury actions. The garbled text mentions W. Va and Parkeesban, with references to Water Cratte and a January or February timing. The message implies financial adjustments and an official treasury note.
A fragmentary report discusses Formosa opening trade with nearby ports under favorable conditions, naming involved powers and discussing economic ties with Japanese regions. The text mentions various named places and parties, highlighting strategic access and proposed commercial terms amid broader regional maneuvering.
A fragmentary transcription from the Kentucky February 1 session notes proceedings and names several figures, including Buckler, McCreary, Barkner, and Pratt. The text mentions a Greene Savings Bank seizure, two prll ing on the stonmvdty 36 Pant, and denial of a story regarding Standard Oil Co reorganization. The garbled lines reference proxies, a hurricane of unclear context, and ongoing reporting from New York.
The Columbus grand jury handed up a second set of indictments against ex State Senators George Wen of Newark J Qadybutt of McConnellsville and W Geary of Oper Stulitsky Also Abbott and Ideals face charges related to drug clerk exams and bribery Schemes include paying a senator to vote for a bill and soliciting money to influence school board matters Attorney Gear and others pleaded not guilty as bonds were posted and defendants were ordered to hold at large pending further action The court warned of possible action if the interference allegations prove true
Rochester February 1 report says Martin Lynn his wife and two children were poisoned at home. The two year old survived but the mother and the younger child died. A neighbor found the scene after hearing crying. Pills were found and autopsy indicates poisoning may have caused the deaths. The father is gravely ill.
The Episcopal bishops of the United States condemn the massacre of Christians in Armenia. They urge the Turkish government to end barbarous acts and appeal to European nations to exert influence to prevent further violence. The statement is signed by all bishops in the United States of America.
Chapman was fined 8100 and ordered to serve thirty days in jail for contempt of the Senate committee in Washington. The ruling arose from a New York stock broker conviction after refusing to testify about alleged manipulation by rapacious sugar interests. Chapman appealed and posted $1,000 bail before release.
A Big Four freight wreck near a Lawrenceburg bridge killed five tramps. The derailment followed a broken wheel as the engine stayed clear. Thirty cars derailed, with fifteen shed onto the bridge. five men fatally injured, two dying instantly. Oscar G. Murray will not be replaced. his office abolished and duties split between Cast and McCormick. The new salary cited is $30,000.
The Senate approved the free silver coinage substitute to the House bond bill by a 421 to 35 margin. Senator Morrill, octogenarian, delivered the only lengthy speech, while other senators spoke briefly under the five minute rule. The bill would open minting to silver, define the dollar’s weight, retire small banknotes, and allow redemption of treasury notes in standard silver or gold at the treasury’s option.
A Myile girl identifies Jim Sherman in a Uniontown assault case. Sherman fears lynching if returned to Parkersburg and pleads against extradition. Separately Treasury reports January receipts at 29.24 million and expenditures at 22.52 million, with a 5.20 million monthly deficit and customs and internal revenue gains over 1895.
On a muddy rural road near St. Louis County, four farmers fought with knives over a private road dispute. Henry Segar and son-in-law John Tegeman faced brothers Charles and William Gillhause. William Gillhause died. Charles Gillhause wounded. No arrests reported. Nearby Morgantown sees a grip epidemic closing many schools. half attendance and many prostrated with no fatalities yet.
Cincinnati reports a grisly murder on the Alexandria road in the Kentucky Highlands near Fort Thomas. A woman’s head was severed from her body and later found, bloodhounds tracked a suspect to the edge of Covington Reservoir as authorities drain the water seeking the head and clues. The victim is believed to be about 26 years old. a dull butcher knife is suspected.
The Bar Iron Makers adjourned after a three day session in Cleveland. Members expressed satisfaction with proceedings and reaffirmed the old price Hat based on a pound delivered in Ment0. Outsider influence was a topic as the association sought to regulate wagon traffic. The members of the qujclnilun governing elyties qee cont pledged to maintain harmony tonight.
An accident on the Duquesne Line at Pride injured and killed several youths who were riding atop a trolley wagon. Walter Willoughty died beneath the trolley while Karen Wolsis and Charlie McLain suffered serious injuries. others were tossed clear and cut. The event occurred in Piteabatan Pirsburg, Pa, as the youths, about five years old, attempted a stolen ride.
Fifteen thousand miners in the western anthracite fields were ordered not to report for duty. The Reading collieries have been shut down as of tonight, with officials stating that three quarters time would be the order when work resumes.
Havana reports deep concern over General Marin's offensives against Generals Maceo and Gomez aimed at a decisive strike before Weyler's arrival. Insurgent weakness grows from lack of arms and supplies, with Spanish measures tightening wartime control.
In Parkersburg West Virginia a local purchase of hounds by a burger company is reported with police lieutenant Chor commanding a new training to aid in capturing criminals. The fragmentary text mentions a young blooded individual and an assault case involving Luli Wetherell, but details are unclear.
Weather chronicle notes winds from the north and west in northern and western sections. Observations include a morning reading around 58 degrees and afternoon around 53. The fragment references Me C Schnept and the Opera Hott, with unclear attribution to a weather year and times.
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