25 Jan 1891
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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1891
Page
1
Fragmented OCR from Parkersburg reports a wide range of legal actions. Arrests, bribery allegations, pensions cases, and trials involve named locals, officials, and contractors. The item weaves in hotel incidents, political caucus notes, and a church death, with emphasis on court actions and public notices rather than graphic detail.
Washington reports on the race for the upcoming House Speakership. W L Wilson is not a declared candidate but seen as a possible compromise choice, while debate focuses on the Elections bill and the rule for cloture. Senate discussions cover party strategy, southern reactions, and potential impacts on Chicago exposition funding.
A long Washington exchange centers on Senator Kenna and Senator Hoar. Kenna challenges Hoar over floor control and statements about amendments and reconsidination of a force bill. The dispute highlights formal record inconsistencies and partisan maneuvering within Senate proceedings, including remarks about sworn facts and procedural moves.
The Leeds tragedy centers on Lottie Townsend, whose death near Catskill Mountain elicited a murder charge after her apparent murder by Henry George and Dr. Laurant Brway. Details describe a complex tale of foster connection, legal action, and shifting custody as coroner inquiries unfold and townspeople react to the alleged crime and family betrayals.
Special telegram from St. Marks reports belmont area output down with bad roads and dull activity. Wells on Jones farms near Fronch creek produce about 60 barrels daily while other wells show limited gains amid a period of low oil output and unsettled conditions.
A highly garbled forecast predicts a severe cold wave impacting the south through Texas and North Carolina by late month. Mars alignment and lunar effects are cited as amplifiers, while storm activity and atmospheric shifts are described with archaic language and nonspecific dates.
A pair of deadly blazes raged in Jersey City on January 1, killing two residents and gutting multiple structures. Fire officials say explosions and rapid flames trapped occupants as trucks and ladders assisted the blaze at the corner of Grong and FE streets. Investigations continue into the causes as authorities vow to review safety measures.
A violent incident during a Tuesday transport from Peiadelphia to Spelowipeonete ends with a stabbing. A person is injured, allegedly attached with a weapon, and another is severely cut. Police investigations begin as victims seek medical care.
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