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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1896
Page
7
Fragments show a catalog-like listing with various want ads and notices. Entries mention salesmen samples distribution speculation and seed-related court matters, though many terms are garbled.
The Carna rvon Herald reports a winter resort craze in Wheeling while stock markets rally with rapid gains across global markets. Amid this, a humorous note recalls a price dispute and a legal matter, then shifts to a wide array of domestic and international economic and social tensions shaping the era.
A Cardi hunter cites import data noting corn and live meat from America undercut local production. He questions the feasibility of domestic supply and mentions a 2,500 unit consignment, urging engagement with American quarries to meet demand.
An OCR damaged review notes a ferry service with improved lines and schedules at the island port. It mentions new boat arrivals, a clean fleet, and ongoing plans to upgrade the marker street bridge for better passenger access. The item also references local business moves and community concerns about transport reliability and safety.
Local items report a mad dog shot on East Culloch street and a prisoner escape at the workhouse followed by capture on Eleventh street. Other notes include business purchases, a Forty-seventh anniversary event for Odd Fellows slated for April, a new hotel opening in Washington City, and various social happenings, thefts, and community notices from the period.
Special to the Register from New York dated February 7 reports Wheeling residents Brady Gizey D B Williams at the Howard Hotel in Baltimore. Clergy Rev Eden of McMechen preaches at the American Mechanics Sunday service. many names and movements listed among residents and visitors in Wheeling and surrounding areas, including convalescents and travelers in Chicago New York Pittsburgh and Benwood.
The central figure in The Fencing Master Opera Company is Katherine Germaine, succeeding Marie Tempest as Francesca, debuting here. The troupe showcases a strong supporting cast and touring efficiency, with Tre Denick, Nella Kerson, Harry De Lorme among others, promising a lively program at the Opera House next Tuesday February 9th.
Fragmented OCR reports a chaotic court scene with references to a judge named Turdage and various parties including Nell Ewbabeham and Profose Campane. It mentions a trial over a fever outbreak and a political dispute involving First No- Howe tanks, with a motion for new trial in Henry Robrecht v Prafferd and a settlement between the parties.
Martins Ferry residents hear wedding plans for Mary Tuyts of Anttiaville and Steven, with Rev. Dever officiating. Holy Communion services announced for next Sunday. A man named Kwant Hocke is alleged to have deceived townsfolk. missing for weeks, linked to a butcher shop incident at Porty-fourth and Jwo streets. few details remain as investigations proceed.
Oxford effects. Bicycle M Snook Co s Oxford effects. All lovers of Gullip and Mandolin magic arl! be pleased to know that Millison Wilkin Co will give a concert in their elegant music rooms soon. They have engaged some of the best talent of this city.
An optician offers free eye exams at 1110 Main Street in Sherrard with notes on difficult cases. The page then lists multiple funeral notices and obituaries dated February in 1880s for residents of West Virginia and nearby areas, including Kidelberger, Patton, McMillen, McBride, Thompson, Courshan, and Waltzacher, with locations in Allegheny, Geneva, Benwood, and Mt Wood Cemetery. Each notice provides the deceased’s name, age, and burial details.
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