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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1896
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text describes a complex scene involving an important figure and a major company. It references a house or garden area, a Manila date, and various names including a president and official figures. The article appears to discuss political maneuvering, corporate interests, and possible regulatory actions.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a chaotic blend of names, places, and alleged actions. Key terms include New York, counsel, Stra J Cobewan, various personal names, and legal language, but the passage is heavily garbled with missing letters and stray characters, preventing clear reconstruction of event, dates, or outcomes. The readable elements suggest a legal or court-related narrative with multiple individuals but no verifiable facts or sequence.
Senator Faulkner decides to back Charles Wells of Glover's Hop for marshal post, filing papers in the Department of Justice case. He cites geographic fit and state-wide support, noting Wells’ qualifications and Garden’s prior records influence the choice. Local delegates, including Jamex Hirry and others, show support as officials observe proceedings.
A 149 guard potentas description led to a box opened with 296 pack cgolves and 11 razors found among stolen kitchenware and hardware. The case involves a shipment from an unspecified city, with items valued around $100 and linked to a Gloucester or Cambrian area ring. A detective noted the box had remained unopened and the items matched the missing inventory.
Parkersburg West Virginia February 28 an elderly Calhoun county farmer Herman A Witte lost about 75 dollars to Jesse Poling and his brother Chester who offered a bogus green goods deal The Polings were arrested after police found about 100 dollars and a gun On a letter discovered Chester chewed the page The Polings await grand jury bond set at 500 Chester was fined 56 for carrying a revolver Officers doubt the brothers story and link them to Weston owed letters suggesting a wider green goods scheme
In heavy fog off Fort Hamilton the Atlas steamer Ailsa was struck by a French liner presumed to be Bourgogne and sank within twenty minutes. the crew survived with the assisting tug’s arrival, while the other vessel fled. The incident occurred amid rain and thick mist, with seafarers attempting to abandon ship as the Ailsa listed and foundered.
Wellington February 3 The House Post Committee reports a favorable view on a bill introduced by Representative Load. It would authorize the Des Mester general to transmit by freight and express government mails. The measure aims to streamline transmission of government packages without harming any agency’s work.
News from Jacksonville shows a large demonstration on February 20 in support of Cuban beliefs rights. The crowd cheered loudly, rockets lit the sky, and Americans joined Cuban supporters in a vibrant public display in the city.
A coal gas leak at Fred Stuenkel’s Crete area home near Chicago Heights sickened and killed eight of the family. The stove room was sealed as officials investigated while five children and three adults succumbed or near death in a tragic gas incident that shocked Will county farmers.
Washington February 29 Treasury statement records a surplus of 127.8 thousand dollars for February. Receipts include Customs, Internal Revenue, and Miscellaneous totaling 260,000,000 plus. expenditures reach 148,188,000.
The Grand Opera House band members arrived with bright uniforms in blue trimts and caps, parading in the afternoon and attracting general attention. The Evansville packet and La Belle Iron Works shipments move upriver as Pittsburgh reports a 6.6 foot river level and clear, cool weather.
The insurrection in Cuba meets with cautious support from consular reports. Washington notes reluctance to recognize belligerency or independence, suggesting the insurgents lack hearty backing and Congress may push the administration to act before influential party leaders.
In Frankfort Kentucky on February 2 Dr Tisnter withdraws from the senatorial contest. The ballot shows Bennett Burnam Stene Debor Fintey Huntar Worthington Blanford Wackner Cirritele Farley and others scattered with small tallies. Republicans had apparently decided on a united slate though details remain unsettled.
Washington February 29 Senator Faulkner was reelected chairman of the Congressional Campaign Committee by acclamation. He preferred not to serve, citing duties to West Virginia, but the committee favored his leadership and overruled his wishes. It remains unclear if he will accept, though plans may let him supervise the committee while actively campaigning in West Virginia.
In Morgantown West Virginia February a intercollegiate oratorical association contest featured representatives from Columbia Gedres Aichesen Sitney Wysong and Harey Binn. The event praised for its quality could have honored any forum. County court actions include annexed corporation tax of 500 and questions whether license will be granted. Charts Atrens from Wheeling has been in town several days this week.
The document appears to discuss a decree from January 1 altering duties within a religious temperance group, including Knights of Pyuas and Sons of Temperance. It mentions permissions to publish names, assess fines, and sever ties, with references to an apostolic delegate in Washington and further adjudication in Rome.
Neighbors recall a late night gathering at Miss Mary Fancher’s Gates Avenue residence in Brooklyn on February 29. Reports describe music and laughter filling the second floor, with refreshments by Caterer Robertson. The article notes Miss Fancher’s claimed psychic powers and a public fascination with her life and history dating to 1848.
A fragmented report from Mangington notes Mr. W. A. Sands and others involved in a push to correct a rectified case. No clear violations are cited as officers summon several individuals for disorderly conduct. Weather details from Washington show northwest winds and temperatures around 38 to 43 degrees.
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