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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1894
Page
9
The article profiles the future ruler Czarewitch Nicholas II, detailing his schooling, military path, and public persona. It notes his liberal leanings, affection for Tolstoy, and close bonds with his parents, while outlining his potential marriage prospects and the political stakes for Russia and Europe.
The financial news notes a shift toward wider bimetallism support with France Germany and the United States urging an international conference. Britain’s cabinet will decide if talks proceed. failure would harm British interests as critics push for a jolbt stand ant. In Promethea Pittsburgh the coldest day of winter caused gas shortages and suffering while thousands of unemployed sought work. In Sistersville updates include visits by B G Flesher, Parker’s M B palpi, Addie Sas visiting, and Mrs J A Stealey with children hosting.
Local items report several residents traveling for business to Wheeling Martins Perry and Parkersburg and visiting relatives in Sistersville Milton Huntington and Huntington. A child is seriously ill and Washington birthday events are noted. Magnolia Council members initiated two new U A M members and students celebrated Washington’s Birthday with songs and recitations.
New Cumberland and Crarmen area reports describe the Hast Liverpool ferry case before the County court seeking improved West Virginia side access and restrictions on leaving ferry routes, plus the Huff Bloom rent dispute favoring the defendant. Revival at the Presbyterian Church boosts membership by about 88 with many from Sunday school joining. Local elections approach on March 13 with routine intrication anticipated. Railroad trestle work continues and freight service expected next week with branch extension. A wedding party from Hartford City arrives, and several residents visit or host relatives while local clergy report ongoing revival. Other brief items cover birthdays, illnesses, and construction activity in Palatine and nearby towns.
The article surveys opinions on who could follow Edwin Booth as the top American tragedian. It highlights Alexander Salvini’s potential, notes Richard Mansfield’s versatile talents, mentions Walter Whitesides as a promising young actor, and cites Rose Eytinge’s reflections on Booth’s unique artistry.
A reader praises Walten Whitelinrs for challenging critics and praising Louis James and Edwin Stoorh. The writer argues that Osbella and others could excel in tragedy and asks if this could become Booths successor. The piece asserts strong contenders may carry on Shakespearian style in America.
A lengthy profile of The Gold King, a veteran prospector famed for his search of Montezuma Caves in the Sierra Madre. The article recalls his tall, rugged figure, gold dust wealth, enigmatic past, and rumored death or disappearance while chasing a legendary golden secret. It also notes related postal clerks’ pension bill in New Mexico.
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