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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1883
Page
1
Historic flood report details extensive damage in Cin einpatl Louisville and northern Ohio. Describes Maumee River flooding, wrecked infrastructure, and widespread misery as communities struggle with rising waters. Ships, yards, and homes flooded. emergency measures described as authorities warn of ongoing danger.
A garbled 19th century missive reveals a heated exchange among lawmakers and advisers over alleged corruption. The letters mention Haskell Towar Pittanee and the Ways and Means Committee, accusing lobbyists of hiring supporters to pressure Parliament. The dispute centers on language and the integrity of the record, with a reply from Rep. Tremont and references to university and political party ties.
The morning weather notes slow river rise across the region with forecasts of continued cold and rising waters. A bridge loss after Alvin Creek flood halted rail traffic, injuring a worker and killing a crewman. Local appeals for relief funds reach about 1700 to 2000 dollars. Families await further updates as farmers brace for continued hardship.
A letter from Elisa Allen of Chartiers township reports she was severely burned while preparing breakfast at home on February 17. The incident occurred when she turned away from a stove and flames ignited her clothing, with doctors fearing she may not recover.
The Jersey Lily Langtry played at Robinson's Opera House in Cincinnati with weak attendance blamed on flood effects and gas lighting issues. Critics described her as coarse featured and not worth praise, noting few interviews and mixed audience reception amidst broader theatre shifts.
A fragment from The Capitol column reports on the Ways and Means Committee delaying a measure to suspend rules and pass a bill for internal revenue taxation, with Senate opposition and expected committee action after Monday or Tuesday. Other items note social and legal happenings in Pennsylvania, including a wedding ceremony performed by Rev. John Mueller, editor changes, and brief notes on New York visitors and a fire escape incident.
Special to the Sundsay Register reports a deep financial crisis among prominent Pittsburgh iron firms. Executives warn of gloom, with tariff battles in Congress and tensions around Jarrett. Weeks and others predict shrinking production, layoffs, and possible market collapse, as stockpiles and prices wobble under tariff politics.
February 17 session features Tavlos conference report on grant of right of way across Niobrara military reservation in Nebraska for Fremont Kikhorn and Missouri Valley Railroad. Debate covers Tariff Committee, public works, and political tensions with Republicans and Democrats over obstruction and amendments.
A Belmont county proposal to issue bonds up to 1690000 for a new courthouse triggers a House debate on county finances and taxation. Wagener and opposition lawmakers clash over county removal bids, temperance measures, and school fund allocations as bills move through committee and toward third reading.
Fragmentary notes describe a prominent diplomat’s decline and death, referencing mid‑19th century European politics. Figures such as Nesselrode and the Royal Prince of Wortenberg appear amid mentions of treaties, conferences, and shifting alliances. The text also alludes to the strain of age and illness on a long career in foreign affairs and legislative matters.
An explosion and subsidence trapped seventy five miners at the Diamond Mine near Braidwood, Illinois. Flooding and earth collapse killed many. rescue efforts and pumping are underway as officials confirm dozens dead with two thousand workers ready to assist.
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