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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1890
Page
1
A garbled historical text fragment outlines a chaotic opening period with references to workers, advocacy, and local figures. Amid incoherent segments, it mentions unions, trade fairs, and political figures, hinting at labor struggles and community events without clear dates or locations.
A derailed passenger train near an inland yard crashed early today, killing four and injuring many others. Witnesses reported the front of the train tore apart, cars piled on the track, and responders rushing to the scene as families and authorities began to identify victims.
A fractured report shows a White Capes involvement in a violent incident at Crawford, with a United Brethren minister and a figure named Willis Stralg linked to assault and bloodied injuries. The piece mentions home entry, fear, and police inquiries, detailing confusion over dates and places.
The President sent the Senate a nomination for Col ALC Moore of Clarksburg as Minister Resident and Consul General to Siam. The report notes Moore’s prior alleged greed and a career path including a potential previous appointment to St Thomas, with commentary on political opposition to this choice. The excerpt references figures like McAdoo and broader debates on policy and leadership.
The Signal Office reports an unprecedented June heat wave in the Mississippi Valley driven by uniform high Gulf region pressure and slow northward air inflow. Temperatures in Cairo Springfield and Keokuk exceed previous records, with several cities noting degrees above the highest June values. The bulletin links the heat to prolonged sunshine and lack of rainfall, contrasting with storm activity elsewhere.
Two houses selling liquor in original packages are to open in Ori Ithe Wasuaxuton Pas June 28. Washington awaits the venture with interest as no liquor sale has occurred here in 25 years except a one gallon license. Schmidt of Pittsburg owns one house. Reymann Brewing Co of Wheeling represents the other. Police chief Groot warns arrest for any sale. Judge Meffyine reportedly indicated a harsh stance after a prior 10 month sentence for selling only in original packages. Mor dealers likely test the legality and sell despite potential arrests.
A scattered report covers recent major league action with mentions of games in Pittsburgh Cincinnati Chicago and Philadelphia. Highlights include Gumbert faltering for Alleghenys and Boston rallying, plus home runs by Beara and Nicolt and notable pitching details. Also noted are political discussions surrounding Mr Caine and Liberal candidates amid a Navy department briefing and general baseball chatter.
Saits ink HiT have been commenced against Nathan Corwith, Jr. The suits arise from his plan to corner the lead market, wrecking CN. Corwith & Co. and leaving unpaid creditor bills. Claimants include James M. Schnarton Everett & St. Joseph Lead Co. and Doe Run Lead Co. Interments and local notices fill out the page with various names and events.
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