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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1885
Page
1
A fragmented report portrays Khartoum under threat as British leadership debates defense and retreat. The piece laments delays, military missteps, and public worry while detailing evacuations, imperial casualties, and the broader impact on English policy amid the Nile campaign and looming catastrophe.
Reports from Metemneh and Gubat describe precarious stock of affairs as Arabs prepare attacks on British posts. Dispatches reveal Gordon's evacuation plan, ill health among officers, and mixed British resistance with Mahdi forces numbering in tens of thousands. Couriers cross desert while government debates action and ransom possibilities.
General corded forces clash near Khartoum as Pelancy commands draw to a stubborn stalemate. Dispatches from the Nile recount Giron’s sustained push and shifting fronts, with daily exchanges shaping the final outcome around mid January.
An early morning freight collision on the Raritan River bridge near New Brunswick caused oil fires to cascade into streets and the Naritan canal. Four oil tanks burst, destroying Janeway & Co.’s wall paper factory and a box factory, with 2000 workers left jobless. Two oil-train brakemen died, and a Kensington, Pa mechanic vanished in the blaze. Fire brigades from nearby towns aided but the two factories burned completely.
The race between Hanlan and Clifford ended with Clifford victorious by six lengths. Clifford, backed by $5,000 a side, beat Hanlan on the Sydney course and set up potential future clashes for the world championship. The event featured rapid tactics and high stakes as sailors prepared for upcoming matches in February and March. In a separate California news item, a deadly shooting in Eyrnexa sparked citizen protests and a forced relocation of Chinese residents to a warehouse awaiting departure for France.
The document from Tammany Hall representatives in Nebraski expresses firm backing for the presidency and the Democratic policy, pledging unreserved support and aligning with the speaker's administration. It notes respect for duty and aims to win universal accord, citing labor and national aims as guiding forces.
A Chicago to Louisville journey by the Silver King company is recounted as possibly the fastest railroad time on record. The single 50 foot scenery car, passenger coach, and sleeper raced along the Pan Handle line, reaching Indianapolis and aiming for Louisville by 3 PM. A series of delays tested the crew’s resolve as train masters coordinated to keep the show on schedule.
A lively page details a birthday gathering for Mrs. Sonneborn with family and neighbors in attendance, music and dancing, and warm tributes. Also covered are weekly club events, a surprise party for John Marsh, a German private party, Moonlight social club plans, and upcoming social events at Turner Hall and the Belmont Turnverein along with local art exhibitions and notable visitors at the Mclure House.
Grant county voters weigh Prohibition prospects as local leadership backs taxation reform and school funding. Petersburg businesses and editor Long drive county spirit, while Dr Kuykendall and Jos Sprigg figure in local politics. The page also praises Garrtt’s newspaper, theatre reviews, and regional social events featuring Tim Astrie Swain.
A columnist evaluates Senator George F. Edmundo, presenting a measured, opinionated portrait of a figure described as intensely self focused and supremely indifferent to others, exploring his political stance and public conduct.
A late 19th century style column rails at the United States Senate figure Edmunds of Vermont. It contrasts his temperance stance with alleged secrecy and wealth, likening him to a demagogue and criticising his political alliances and conduct. The piece also references Blaine, Stalwartism, and Vermont political dynamics.
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