20 Jun 1886
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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1886
Page
1
Washington correspondence describes heated exchanges over Dr Dement testimony before a Senate committee. Newspapers cite pressure relations, political alignments, and alleged disclosures by Dement and other figures as the panel probes influence and readership issues tied to public notices.
President Groven Cuave.asa announces approval of the bill to amend laws on shipping, vessels, and owners. He notes a defect in the message and says Congress will promptly act on a supplemental legislation to cover expenses and public service impacts. The message, dated June 19, 1446, references testimony before the Shipping Committee and a unanimous committee vote in favor.
At the Schuetzenfest in Washington, D C a large crowd gathered as President Cleveland greeted the German participants. The Kaiser? No, the President and Mrs Cleveland led a parade to the pavilion where the crowd cheered. A German widow and baby were part of the spectacle, drawing roars of laughter from the President and others. A veteran from the Sakiyeey Home sent cheers of God be with you as the event closed. Also, Archibald Forbes of England married Miss Lala Mage in Washington at St John's Church before a large assembly. Kidney liver birdseed ads and related notes close out the item.
In New York on March 19 the Puritan Priscilla Mayflower and Atlantic contested a $1,000 cap race under Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club auspices. Light winds and several hulls impeded progress. Puritan led at finish with Priscilla close behind, while Mayflower drew mixed reviews though expert yachtmen labeled it the day’s best boat. The crowd filled the tallowa as dawn broke and boats lined the river for the event.
The Amalgamated Association has not yet named its negotiators to meet nail manufacturers over a strike settlement. Officials believe the Mingo scale will likely be rejected as originally submitted. A separate dispatch from Lane 19 reports a dramatic escape by Mrs Fulton and her missionary husband from a Chinese mob near Kwai-peng. The mob attacked their home and hospital until soldiers intervened, and the couple escaped with an infant. A Harness Makers Convention in Privrenval plans to set wage scales and stabilize prices across firms. Bishop Beecher sails for Europe to lecture, with a return expected in the fall. A court session in Milwaukee adjourns, and a new case involves the murder of Wilhel Thompson in New York. Rain disrupts the New Orleans division, while the American Opera auxiliary forms with capital of $107,000.
Detroit falls to Chicago 5 to 2 in a rough game featuring a broken record claim and a late rally. Hanlon weighs a three-way race while Charlie Gallagher debuts in Detroit. detailed scoring notes show Ryan, Kelly, and Anson delivering key hits for Chicago.
In Wellsburg a large delegation traveled to Steubenville for the Circae at the Steubenville and Mishap dedication. Highlights include crowd attendance, a dog mauling incident involving Mr. Thomas Patton, and forthcoming church ceremonies led by Dr. W. K. Pendleton. Local races and rowing talks span Pittsburgh to Bellaire, with preparations for July 15 events and a growing interest in rifle and shotgun clubs.
Twentieth street resident Eva Noble retraces plans to relocate after a fried mishap with Claw Crawford HL Booth Texas plans noted for next Monday. City officials Bowerr and Dunaway traveled to Pittsburgh yesterday. Philadelphia resident Gueele Happie Bome leaves for Brooklyn to visit Dr. Rugene Hildreth. Numerous residents from Houston and Pittsburgh visit relatives across Ohio and New Jersey. Several families prepare trips to Newark Ohio and McGregor Clayton counties. Notables including Mrs S J Hamilton and Mr J N Vance family feature in visits and commencements. medical and academic movements noted alongside local society chatter. A June Washington Senate hearing highlights youth involvement in joint-smoking establishments in the District.
Funeral day amid massive crowds at Munich palace. People from countryside and mountains gathered. royal servants moved gold plate to the dining hall, ladders used to reach the building. King Ludwig’s coffin borne to final resting place as Bavarian grief and palace ceremony unfold.
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