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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1896
Page
6
The Industrial World recounts shifts in hours and weekly schedules, with workers at Dicom enppéniae and several plants facing changes. It mentions Germania, Grant v7 Ye, and fanfare around factory conditions, maintenance, and potential strikes amid ongoing operations and elections.
A fragmented OCR text describes widespread strikes and labor disruptions at various works including Abes wooly, Minév daines, and Morun facilities. It cites union activity, wage demands, shift changes, and safety concerns, with mentions of managers, engineers, and clerks involved in political and industrial disputes.
A hasty obituary and career sketch recounts Bully Scanlon's decline from a once popular American singer. The piece notes his long battle with a severe palsy and the deterioration of his health over the past four years, detailing fragile mental and physical states while reflecting on his past fame, concerts, and public reception in New York.
A collage of labor disputes shows offices boosting wages by ten percent voluntarily while the United States talent union levy adds two percent for families of deceased musicians. Reports cite profits, land speculation, and plans to run secret subways and land transfers in a tense, period-tone city scene.
London reports a tangled diplomatic scramble as rumors of Russia Turkey and other alignments swirl. A potential rearrangement of European ties emerges with Germany possibly isolating Britain, while social life shifts amid the death of Prince Henry of Battenberg and mourning across the court and fashionable theatres.
On Monday evening a large gathering at Mara Lodge No. 1 failed to produce candidates and closed early. Albert Pike Preceptory met Wednesday with thirteen degree work led by James McCahon. Nelson Lodge No. 30 held a full room Thursday as S. B. Rose presided and conferred Fellowcraft and Master Mason degrees. Future events include K T commandery work, Bates Lodge No. 33, and Albert Pike Preceptory plans for the varied degree with expected full attendance. Nelson Lodge members organized a Pittsburgh trip for Master Masons costing 1.35, by Pennsylvanian road, with a special train. Miriam Chapter No. 1 reported its largest turnout in months and a candidate bearing interest to form a chapter in a nearby town. Excelsior Council No. 4 held a busy meeting. Miss Connell and Minnie Patton contributed pleasing songs. officers energized the session. Steohen W. RC No. 5 officers were installed by Post Commander Arkle. Post speeches and social time followed as new members were welcomed.
The corps plans an active start with a fraternal visit to Stephens Post next Thursday evening. Wilder Rebekah Lodge No. 210 C F will drill Wednesday evening introducing new floor work. Initiations are expected at the next meeting. Wheeling Senate of the Essente Order prepares a literary and musical program for February 1st assembly with top local speakers and entertainers.
In Centreville Massachusetts a 15 year old Miss Marshall died after dreaming Wednesday night would be her end. She described seeing friends at her bedside and her mother weeping, and begged forgiveness from a schoolmate Minnie Billison. Doctors have not yet determined the cause of death.
Data incomplete stock notes reflect mixed trading in New York with unidentified firms and indices. Mentions broader market activity without clear results or named companies.
In New York on January 25, Mrs. Merz boarded at a West Washington Street lodging house and attacked Mrs. Doty with a knife and button hook after declaring she would jump from the stairs. A chaotic struggle ensued, chairs and jewels broken, two women fought, men intervened, and Mrs. Merz was restrained and taken to an inn by officers.
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