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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1885
Page
2
A fragmented review discusses The Times critique of Congressman McCreery for acting to reflect his constituency, praising his courage while accusing the critic of bias. The piece cites related literary notices and forthcoming volumes, noting prices and publication details across various works.
A fragmentary commentary on historical lines cites Bret Harte and various figures as it discusses property taxes. The speaker laments uneven tax rates across Webster and Hardy counties, noting sheriff assessments and state authority. The text hints at constitutional arguments about valuation, population, and uniform tax standards, signaling a broader civil discourse on fiscal policy.
The item notes W A Morgan settling a debt near town and visits by Jamey Jones and wife from Cameron. It reports M Ogle’s return, Cameron visitors, and a local horse named Soyer. Writings mention Marshall W Meaty in Wichita and Henry Simbies formerly of Mannington, now in Dallas, with others traveling to Parkersburg for a grand jury. A preacher J Ty Steed of Fairmont plans revival meetings delayed due to progress at the ML church, with several conversions observed at the meetings.
About thirty legislators traveled from Wheeling to visit the Thakop Petersin prison on a Wednesday. The event featured Rev. Nolen and several women helpers, with remarks about conducted studies in New Martinaville and mixed church activities. A note on local happenings and injuries appears amid garbled lines referencing schools, teachers, and residents.
A sprawling, fragmentary update lists athletes and organizers from Chicago, St. Louis, Philadelphia, New York, and Newark. It notes races, matches, and plans across track, boxing, and cycling events, with prize money and selections by committees, plus ads and notices including dog shows and medical cures. Names include Ryan, Glan, Lecfiard, Goodsell, Pearson, Pat Sheedy, and Fred Cimble, among others, with locations such as New Orleans, Cleveland, and Hobart College referenced.
An observer laments West Virginia’s weak showing at the World’s Fair. The writer urges a liberal appropriation to fund minerals, timber, and other products, noting Alabama and Virginia displays outshine the mountain state. A French investor interest and federal push to ship top regional exhibits to London are mentioned.
A long society column discusses Perry Belmont’s notable background and elegance, Lieutenant Greely’s frail frame and devoted wife, debutantes Mira May Mrud and Sinice May, and the revived interest in the minuet with a Parisian influence. It highlights Belmont’s rise from poverty, Greely’s return from peril, and fashionable entertainments at a presidential reception and recent plays.
St Clairsville notes report social visits from Colimbag and Bridgeport residents, town meetings, a skating rink project, farmer club meetings on creameries, and a new county map project. Judge Cochran to retire from Probate Judgeship with Gaston to replace. Emerson Wiley’s relocation, Beech Hill mock trial, and local church attendance noted.
Pittsburg and Allegheny residents debate roller skating as a popular amusement. Critics warn of injuries and moral concerns while supporters praise the lively pastime and social mixing. Officials note rising costs and local banquets feeding political tensions next week.
A local society named the Furinieh, including ministers, lawyers, and businessmen, held a recent meeting where discussions ranged from new skating rinks to moral concerns. Authorities may curb billiards near minors, liquor law violations were active, and several illegal sales cases await next week. The State Board of Charities proposes BLVA reduction, and church groups plan a Sabbath School chapel. W Roberts returns to work in the drug trade locally.
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