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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1891
Page
4
The Wheeling Register reports on public discourse sparked by an Albany art exhibit and reactions from critics and citizens. Debates focus on censorship versus artistic freedom, with reflections on cultural standards and the role of museums.
Local police seek Nathan Ruby after William West is killed during an altercation with Ruby, a hired hand. Cadiz authorities reported the suspect fled toward Wheeling and Lake Erie territory, with possible links to the victim’s family. The incident occurred Friday around noon. investigation hinges on statements from Mrs West and others.
Prophet Foster predicts a very changeable late March with two major Pacific-origin storms. The first en route from March 12 to 22 brings an equinoctial storm across the continent, with frost as far south as the 38th parallel. The second, more powerful system leaves the Pacific around March 25 to 27, crossing the Rocky Allegheny valley and reaching the Atlantic coast by March 28, bringing widespread snow in the north and rain in the south along with strong winds.
Flames and smoke tore through the Sherman House early this morning, with the blaze traced to Humeston Keating Co. at 143 145 Lake street a drug firm occupying three floors. An explosion blew out iron shutters and sent fire to the roof and basement, threatening the hotel and Hooley's Theatre which suffered heavy losses. Guests were awakened as windows melted, and the building filled with explosives, oils, and chemicals. Local officials estimate substantial damage and note the dramatic, rapid spread of fire through the five-story structure amidst a tense rescue effort.
A fragmented diary style claim describes a malignant break on the leg near the knee and a cure using two and a half bottles of SOS. It notes medicines from Oliuet blocet failing to help and mentions name C Beaty and Yorkin 436 without clear context.
A troubled narrator recalls childhood distress linked to a tethered horse case. The narrative mentions Wallace Maxx and Masuville, hinting at a local remedy or treatment. The text is fragmentary and lacks clear events or outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR shows various fabrics and linens including sheetings and calicoes with prices and colors. The text lists items such as Lockwood Bleached Sheetings, Med Linkwood Unbleached, Cambric, Calicoes, and Table Linens with scattered weight and color notes, but many words are garbled.
Local shop lists Cyclone brand men s suits with markdowns noted as two million value and a sale date and price emphasis. Readable fragments mention sizes and outlets while preserving distinct terms like Cyclone and Mewes.
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