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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1885
Page
6
Reports indicate a wedding planned near the Garden Spot peat Thurning with preparatory events amid a series of fires and robberies in the area. Incidents include a light blaze at a local drug store and a separate incendiary act near Hoble, Brockuster & Co, drawing police response and a precautionary evacuation in the Eighth ward.
A report from Chapline Street describes a sexallpox case and waste discharge onto a street gutter. Mayor Grubb orders removal of contaminated ice and waste, while Health Officer resists citing jurisdiction and cost. Community pressure grows as council consideration follows.
A Pleasant La Welie skating event drew La Belle Nailers and friends to De Chaptine street rink last Friday after the retall strain. The program featured a sera race led by La Belle Nailers on rollers, with notable entrants and mutual withdrawals. Prof Dave Evans won in the finale, while spectators praised the display of motion and skill. Nearby, Mr. Kraft of Moone Bee Side Bed suffered a fall and received surgical aid from Dr. Ackerman.
In a tense session the prohibition amendment failed to pass after a key vote was reconsidered and then tabled, with lawmakers debating the process and potential later actions. The body advanced several other measures, including coal miner safety provisions, while Governor-elect and other officials observed the day’s proceedings amid low attendance and public interest.
The article lauds a row of architect designed houses built with efficient use of space. Architect F. 2. Gesterning of Aliqueny City is credited, with completion by Stave ot Rlieves Bratt Co. and J. Kelle handling foundation. W. Baggs and W. T. Bart ECo. contribute details, with slate mantles by B. F. Caldwell and painting by James McAdams. Bricks come from Zanesville Ohio and Philadelphia. One house remains for rent on the east end of the Ooch.
Readers from Zanesville to Pittsburg gather as visitors—Jones, Hutchen, Adams, and others—check into the Howell and Stamm houses while Misses Graves and Habersick attend gatherings. A bustling social roundup covers brides, dresses, balls, and local talents with sketches of fashion, visits, and upcoming events in a lively, period-tinged tone.
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