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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1886
Page
1
The Goode Investigation and Hawaiian Treaty debate unfold as West Virginia officials appoint postmasters and set commissions in Deer and Webster counties. Senators Hear and Jackson lead inquiries while a House Ways and Means panel weighs Hawaiian Treaty implications with Carter and Bogrwell involved.
The Canada fisheries debate continues as Premier argues Ottawa will not interfere with Britain's fisheries while seeking renewal of treaties. Opposition critics urge stronger Canadian control and warn of American pressure, with leaders calling for a practical approach to protecting fishing grounds and negotiation progress before Congress convenes.
A February 27 report from St. Louis notes the dressed beef controversy affecting railroads and price policy, with merchants warning against market manipulation by packers. The piece also covers social events in the area, including a surprise party for Mr. and Mrs. Zimmerman, local theatre planning, and various residents visiting or hosting in the city.
The North American Review plans publish Gen Sherman to Col Scott letter central to Frye dispute. The preface notes Hancock’s death altered proceedings and New Year address intended for Loyal Legion at Cincinnati. Sherman defends private letters as misrepresented by Frye and critics, detailing a long, personal backstory and the 1885 Chicago Army of the Tennessee meeting.
A severe east coast blizzard cripples telegraph service from Boston to New York with high winds and snow. Vessels overturn or drift ashore, chimneys topple, and roofs collapse while workers abandon ships and streets fill with ice. Several deaths reported in Boston and nearby towns as crews struggle in hurricane force gusts.
February 27 report from McCormick's Reaper Works shows the company presenting a firm stance on employment. Operations will resume Monday with openings limited to as many of the prior workers as possible, while the firm maintains the right to hire or discharge at its sole discretion. Around 100 workers gathered, with estimates of 50 to 200 expected to return under the terms offered.
In a developing town the steel plant resumes limited output as a new soaking furnace is planned to boost production. Rivera Brothers of Steubenville take charge of heating, while Max Ballig may head the mill. Workers agree to a four and a half day week to aid sick colleagues amid ongoing labor tensions and staffing shifts. Local civic notes include a growing K of L lodge, a lecture on science, and council debates set for Tuesday. Fire damages George Cannon's residence. a pension push for a postmistress appointment circulates amid other town updates.
A London scandal unfolds as Adelaide Bartlett faces trial for murdering her husband Edward Bartlett with chloroform to advance a joint plan with Reverend Dyson. In Spain, chatter grows over Queen Christina’s pregnancy and a potential posthumous heir, amid regent tensions and court intrigue involving Mercedes and the Austro Hungarian throne.
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