19 Nov 1882
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1882
Page
1
Fragmented lettered notice notes the senior senator prefers business over politics and railroad enterprise, seeks willing candidates to wear his toga, and outlines a hostile campaign scene with readers urged to vote. It cites attempts to sway the electorate, mentions November and dates, and references candidacy and city responses.
The passage surveys looming senate elections and party maneuvers, noting Republican and Democratic strategists named like Mathews and Jehan HK Keune, amid intense campaigning in Virginia, Hawaii, and nationwide. It highlights key figures, possible outcomes, and the impact of electrical and transport disruptions on voter sentiment.
Vanderbilt expands coal ambitions by acquiring Frick Seed holdings and backing a railroad link through Clearfield and Western regions. The plan would connect Pine Creek and Jersey Shore lines toward Snow Shoe and Llewellyn areas, potentially shaping competition with Reading and Pennsylvania rail lines while promising vast anthracite output. The move may position Vanderbilt to dominate coal flows into New York markets as Pennsylvania funds push new routes into eastern routes.
The Seametay Register reports a quiet day with 6 Court sessions continued to the next term and Joseph Paull’s murder trial set for Wednesday. The piece notes lingering reactions to a death, community gossip, and a string of local notices including health updates, travels, engagements, and a man who attempted suicide by rope and was saved and jailed for examination.
The Queen accompanied by the Crown Princess and other royals reviewed about five thousand troops at Buckingham Palace for the Egyptian campaign display. High society officials and volunteers escorted the procession along the archway route as crowds cheered the Highlanders and Indian contingent amid police and Yeomanry order.
The United States Bottlers Association met in convention to form The United Bottlers Protective Association Represented by Chicago Cincinnati Boston and Rochester. Addresses covered growth improved processes adulteration and expansion. The article notes booming bottling trade with rising capital and new machines increasing output, plus debates on mineral waters and duties. The Ohio River Commission also reported dam inspection progress and river works affecting industry and transport.
A Mingо matter column reports on steel plant progress at Mingo, noting large iron shipments, new puddling furnaces, and a planned office, with docked operations for winter. It mentions the Greek captain Gupt and a shoreward port expansion, plus housing demand and store investments as the town readies for a busy winter season.
Treasury officials report bills from the Tariff Commission are under review with no final action. Details include hotel and travel expenses cited as high, while reps from Maine and other figures debate accountability and political loyalties amid ongoing inquiry.
From Washington on November 14 a report notes large denominations of 3 percent bonds and conversion progress, with Folger authorizing secured deposits by United States bonds at market value. Also covered are Faylin Howard's desertion at the Pens Yard during yellow fever fears, Hill's tariff bill prospects, cabinet notes delaying reports, and Mississippi election proceedings with Chall mers Manning contest.
A lively morning session shows price volatility with bids and sharp moves. Traders note a price rally to around 1.15 before a decline to 1.165, then steady levels amid firm buying and selling pressure. News mentions New York activity and a brief reference to Prime Exchange terms.
Fragmentary report describes daring safe burglars and a murder trial in Allegheny region. Details include a wife, a man named Obie connected to Pittburgh, a November setting, and references to an October disappearance of a Mansfield telegraph manager.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.