Bills and debates mark West Virginian legislative session
January reports from Big Sandy to Monongahela detail a proposed seven member commission to audit river supervision and publish findings within four years. The House debates include amendments on labor and postal matters while Senate transmits historical easement and petitions seek repeal of a term limit for officers.
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Bambey Eoyiaiers Wasstaczor
D. C
Big Sandy Sheer
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Glowom
Virgisia
Medall
Wencaybrasiay
Alfiere
Kites
Allene
Senate
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Tsay
Yendleiog
Cartain
Sa Hyil
First Segional Bank
Newton, Main
Clarks
Deng
United States
Caine
Aloe
United
Seeavor
The Failed Ron Firm Warburton Morning Report
Employees at the Sulla quarry owned by Ive Dros and Phillipa learned this morning that wages for the past two weeks were delayed. The staff were unsettled as management stated a temporary setback caused the stoppage. no clear remedy was offered.
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Rarees Sulla
Lvee Dros
Phillipa
Terrific storm halts western railroads and damages Ohio towns
A violent January storm swept the Ohio Valley causing widespread property damage and flooding. Western rail lines shut down with heavy losses to merchants, while cities like Slaven endured roofs ripped from buildings and wrecked stock. Telephones and trains were disrupted as crews battled debris and cold temperatures. Weather eased by midnight with a sharp temperature drop, but communications remained struggle.
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Slaven
Tevive
Waas
Thempson & Go
Market Street
Damage and weather vex Steubenville area amid riot damage
Severe damage swept Steubenville and nearby towns as a riot tore through churches and signs. First Presbyterian Church faced about 3608 dollars in damage, while Second Presbyterian saw a stone blown off and crash through the roof. The day ended with bad weather, belated trains, and a large funeral procession in South Bend for Mow Schuzler Colfax.
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Brewersville
Mow
Schuzler Colfax
South Bend
Dam
Colne
Enaney
Mercury
Sera All Traina
Vicw
Elset Usodzicka
Gev. Gray
Gov. Vortee Sud
Iborlock
Caliis
Josey
Marquie McClelland
Valparaiso
Mecabo Miller
Woman Burned in Home Fire Near Lonaiely
An elderly woman suffered severe burns when she fell as she dressed at a home near Lonaiely. The blaze, aided by strong winds, spread quickly burning her clothes and body before neighbors could reach her. Medical help was summoned. prognosis described as grave with careful treatment planned.
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Wasuindtes
Janeare
Marilda
Disaster at sea as Admiral Moorsom sinks after collision
The steam packet Admiral Moorsom, crew of twelve and four passengers from the Sante Clare collision, was rammed in thick weather near New York. Twelve crewmen were saved, others missing as rescuers searched the wreck and boats were lowered. Separate items mention political writings by About and a murder case at Barasta bay, with various arrests and secret societies noted.
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Jeonare
Admiral Moortom
Sasia Clara
New York
Jull
Holyhesd
Sante Clare
Moorsom
Admiral Moomom
M Recrey Society
Mraidertows
Vin
A. E. Abbe
United States
Barasta Bay
Fin
Charles Wik Iord
Mimuzehouse
Laslee
Uening
Willard
Able
Hunter
Seranaia
Ly Ube Conneile
Edmond Bacon
Anderson
Abe
Wheeling Stogle and Back It Played Jym Dynanite Plot
Burlesque note on London dynamiters and American suspect in Wheeling. Describes a man with peculiar appearance, explosive device, and police pursuit ending with capture by the Bureau of Explosives in a chaotic scene near a top vehicle.
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Chicago
Bureau of Explosives
Bureau
The Americes Cauntons National Interview and Stage Triumph
A detailed National Theatre piece recalls Mlle Hortense Pallano in The American Countess, with her mother’s tragedy guiding a dramatic path through love, danger, and a pivotal choice. Rhea the Actress and co-stars Learock, May Clark, and Amory receive high praise for intense performances.
Clarksburg to see rail line reach Fairmont future growth
The article discusses the anticipated completion of the railroad linking West Virginia and Pennsylvania, foreseeing renewed trade and new business in Clarkburg and Fairmont. It notes plans for depots and possible gas and manufacturing ventures, with local merchants hopeful for revived prosperity as construction continues amid legal and court proceedings in the area.
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Farere
Cleveland
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Condh
Fairenont Bat
Meny
Mons Thoronter
Harrison
Monomenhela
Clarkaburg
Fairioom
Wilding Kurporen Ag
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Ufder
CM. Hart, Bom
Dewpard
CK Goll
Sipdatone
Onstri Gines Company
Pho
Bingammon
Clarksburg
Morgantown
Fairmont
Euilemen
Teery
Delage
Washington Excerpt Reviews Senator Cameron Campaign Tactics
The piece surveys Senator Don Cameron of Pennsylvania, detailing his campaign methods, lineage, and the influence of his father Simon Cameron. It analyzes party dynamics, the Senate’s evolution, and Cameron’s maneuvering within Republican power structures as he contemplates a Chicago convention strategy in June 1885.
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Speke
Warteperox
Stes Senate
Ench
Hit Us
Bardiys
Senate
Clay
Webster
Cathour
Grant Onae
Don Cameron
Cameron
Simon
Pennsylenaia
Lou
Cameron Ax
Belor
Don
Quay
Magee
Cooper
Mtr
Mitchell
United States
Ax Don
Beaver
Patterson
Blaine
Simon Cameron
Sageet
Pennsylvania
Chicago
Sudden Death Mystery in City Home
Coroner called to 2295 Alloy Avenue after Mrs Richard Purvis, 43, was found dead on the second floor by her husband and son following Go oclock home work. Purvis, a well known city worker, likely died of heart disease amid a Sudden death in the residence. neighbors notified, time of death unclear.
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Athens
About
Loire
Stree
London
Sebylten
Sebiltre
Ryataren
Richard Purvis
Purvis
Vuciia
Nanan
Inia
Indy
Seismic Shocks Reach Granadas and Malaya Destruction
A distressed report describes widespread quake tremors and severe weather across Granada, Malaya, and surrounding regions. It notes heavy snow, damaged crops including sugar cane, orange and olive, and huts destroyed as villagers face hunger and cold. The piece also mentions a political pledge for wharfmaster Captain John Crockard amid an active canvass and local notices on health remedies and a Mozart Society gathering.
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Granada
Wooolock
Alfonso
Vel
Malaya
LSGS
Frigilinna
Malaga
Camitus
Ticket Sale Probe Promises Honest Price Display
An advertisement invites readers to investigate ticket sales labeled in plain figures. It promises transparent pricing across articles marked with a ticket code and touts ongoing solicitations through a weeks long sales period with added attractions and greater concessions.
Red Ficket Sale discounts at McGillin Co goods
An advertisement claims deep price cuts at the Red Ficket Sale of E. M. McGillin & Co. offering textiles and fabrics at a fraction of value. Items featured include prints, muslin, wool flannels, blankets, dress goods, silks, carpets, underwear, stockings, and linens with dramatic per yard and per piece reductions.
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E. M. McGillin & Co
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