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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1892
Page
1
A chaotic report surveys reactions to Blaine’s fall and Harrison’s ascent. It cites Morton and Reid discussions, White House visits, and New York papers weighing the Minneapolis convention impact. Mentions Beavers, Depew, and international press on party shifts and potential nominees.
Whitelaw Reid, Republican vice presidential candidate, was serenaded by hundreds in White Plains at Ophir farm as neighbors from all parties welcomed him home from years abroad. He thanked residents for the warm, nonpartisan reception and noted his return to public life among friends. An informal gathering followed with handshakes and light refreshments.
West Point graduation marked by remarks from Congressman Joseph H. Outhwaite and Secretary of War Elkins. Elkins warned that the army is a debate machine guided by civilian power and stressed reform must be careful and gradual. Sixty two diplomas awarded, closing the exercises.
The Smoots murder trial ended with a verdict of murder in the first degree without recommendation. Reports also recount Alfred Blaine era politics, Whitelaw Reid’s reaction to his nomination, and a Chicago Republican ratification rally with McKinley, Fassett, Thurston aiming to spur campaign activity.
Peter Priddy of this city defeated W J Kennedy of Chicago in a three mile foot race for 250 dollars a side this afternoon in Prrranuro Pennsylvania June 11.
At St Louis 6000 racegoers witnessed swift sprints including Sea King in 1 10 with six furlongs and Jagur in 1 57 for a mile and an eighth. Morris Park Eclipse stakes delivered Sir Walter the Onock stable colt ridden by Fred Taral to victory in a $20000 event as 20000 fans enjoyed clear skies and dry tracks. Hawthorn meetings featured Shoshone Gazette Ethel The Hero Robin Hood among winners on slow track conditions.
News briefs report George Whiting’s attack on his two young children with a hatchet and a self-inflicted gunshot to the heart in Cass county Texas. The children are not expected to survive. Andrew Whitely remains jailed in Albemarle North Carolina on murder charges after a mob supplied him. In Paris Kentucky Charles Rea and Will Haden both colored were struck by lightning under a sheltering tree. Rea died and Hayden was fatally injured. The New York weekly bank statement and Reserve Bank figures are noted. Joba E Redmond is referenced at Fire Island New York. The steamship Etruria is mentioned along with passengers and Irish MP Jona Redmond sighted off Fire Island this afternoon. Laura M appears in brief context.
A San Francisco claim notes John Gilson secretary of Judson Manufacturing Company swore to 17000 in gold and silver from Bank of British Columbia then rode the Oakland Ferry toward Emeryville to pay 100 workers. Two masked men boarded at R street station and grabbed two coin sacks. Gilson fired five rounds with one assailant returning fire. no injuries reported. Suspects described in blue overalls and bee dusters. guards posted on ferries though men remain at large.
A runaway collision on the Andover electric road near Phillips Hill caused severe injuries to a dozen passengers. Motorman Every and conductor Tulley on the first car, and Motorman Smith with conductor Lithgow on the second, were among the injured as passengers flew from crowded cars. A nine year old boy suffered a head wound and possible death, while Mrs Owen Keefe endured serious leg injuries.
The Dublin Dispatch reports that a Republican convention drew major interest among political circles. Newspapers debate Blaine, Harrison, and protectionism, while German outlets favor a Democratic victory to curb protectionist policy. A Kiel meeting between the Czar and Emperor William dominates comments on imperial reconciliation and Bismarck’s role. Details recount a rumored Crown policy shift and a Vienna wedding prompting sectarian notices.
An elderly man returns after two years to meet Jim Smiley and Mandy, Jim’s former sweetheart. The exchange hints at past pains and a sudden shift in affections as they reconvene, with coy remarks about Mandy’s status and Jim’s softened resolve. The scene blends memory and humor.
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