08 Jul 1888
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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1888
Page
1
OCR text reports a chaotic scene at a nomination event with mentions of names and places scattered through a long stream of garbled lines. The piece references candidates, a vocal crowd, and tensions around selecting a leader, with unclear dates or locations due to transcription errors.
A Philadelphia man allegedly deserted his wife, sparking a domestic dispute involving affidavits and a separation plan. The wife claims all was well at home before he left with a friend, while testimony referenced a letter to E Hath of Philadelphia. Palmar and his spouse, with two children, were said to reside near Pitts tare and Ali-kacua, with the wife reportedly content amid the upheaval.
In Wasburn, July 7, the House discussed the sugar schedule with Mr. Kelly of Pennsylvania opposing Cannon’s amendment and defending protectionist tariffs. Cannon, of Texas, argued for party fidelity to the Chicago platform, while others urged sugar protection and warned against repealing duties.
In Belpre and Cedarville the Reverend G K Dawes faced a criminal libel charge after a letter alleged to be his accused a young Cedarville woman of immorality. Miss Laura M Root and several Cedarville locals are cited in the case as witnesses or parties, with Dawes arraigned before Squire Rathaus and bail discussions amid public tension. Dawes sought legal aid from Hon. C T Caldwell of this city as authorities moved to prevent mob action and secure the minister’s detention in Marietta Saturday night.
Senator Kenna apparent frontrunner in West Virginia politics as Congressman Grosvenor asserts only obstacle to Republican success is his popularity. Grosvenor notes Kenna's wide personal reach through fishing, hunting, and amateur photography tours, while expressing guarded optimism for GOP prospects this fall.
A crowd of fragmentary reports from July 7 describe a violent encounter between hunters and mountaineers in the Kinishi mountains Choctaw station about fifty miles from Denver. Multiple bodies found and identified as casualties with unclear ties to the parties involved. Other items include a brutal assault on a ten year old girl near Inn and a separate arrest of a white man. a hurricane described across Minnesota and Dakota with property damage. updates on Sheridan’s health and ship movements. a West Virginia applicant seeking a federal post. a promotion in Washington. Henderson remains transported to Oteysland. heavy pension payments authorized. a suicide case in Kentucky. and the death of former State Attorney General Robert Gilchrist.
Burlington officials and private detectives pursue a wide dynamite plot linked to the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen. Hoge denies sending circulars while Stone faces questions about forged documents. Arrests at Aurora prompt promises of startling developments, with Pinkerton patrols and strong security at depots and yards.
The Amalgamated Association reports Linden Steel in Primarus and Newport Iron Co in Kentucky signed the scale and will rename operations next week. Larger firms already signed. lockout remains, with many workers returning on Monday.Knights of Labor expected to report. Bremen mills may resume as leaders promise fair pay and operation.
A destructive wind struck Edwardsburg on July 7 around 11 PM, tearing roofs and overturning houses. The 700-population town near Diamond Lake suffered widespread damage including a moved hotel, total ruin of many structures, and livestock unharmed. No injuries reported. The event left the lake water churned and boats tossed inland.
The Rhinebeck community greeted the Republican nomination of Levi P. Morton for Vice President with dignified celebration. A committee delivered the news at Morton's Lift villa, where Morton accepted, praising the party platform and New York's role. The event included Ackert's Band, escorted tours to Morton’s estate, and a formal reception by local figures.
In New York on July 7 an alleged case of possession by a deadmperson is cited. Elizabeth McEntyre, a 70 year old widow, is said to have taken the form of a boy and to be making love to small boys on Mulberry Street, prompting a jury petition for insanity.
A wide crowd attended speeches by Senator Clew at the Exposition opening and opening remarks on change. The Senator urged Congress to devise a plan to collect the Treasury surplus. Upcoming workers' meetings next week will discuss wage questions across four annual gatherings.
New York July 7 Experiments released today claim a remarkable aluminum discovery. The material reportedly contains twenty pounds per ton and can be produced in France and here by most methods. The text highlights the metal’s durability and luster, comparing its beauty to silver and noting its potential significance in manufacturing.
George Goodwin, a seventeen year old boarder from Mariette, attempts suicide by morphine at John Littlepage residence on Court Street. Dr. Jase administers aid, saving his life. Relatives say he has few friends, but desires to live and improve his situation.
July 1 report from New York describes George F P Siemon, Jacob Hehaaler, and the Western champion Schaefer in debate over matches and wagers. Blemon, a Roomleepers member, raised funds to bring Vignaex from Paris for a tournament against Schaefer and Kimests. Discussions include exhibitions, promises of $1000 to Schaefer, and potential New York games after season end.
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