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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1895
Page
1
The report details ongoing conflict with Cuban forces and Spanish intervention. It notes deaths and skirmishes, including a mayoral incident outside a town, and mentions army movements, depots, and supply fires. Names such as General Mavctoan and Cher Pua Uyery appear amid broad war coverage.
The Synod of Wiegiata discusses lowering the subscription price of church newspapers after seminary removals and financial strains. A committee will confer with Dr. Smith of Central Presbyterian to gauge the generosity of reduced pricing while reports of resignations and penitentiary mentions appear in fragmented notes.
A disaster in East Haven, Wash as a mill explosion killed two workers and injured several others. Fire crews battled flames while a trestle and debris caused further hazards. A separate report notes a woman’s death in Woodington Pa and other scattered items across the region.
Berlin dispatch reports Empress Augusta Victoria attended the dedication of Emperor Frederick memorial and appeared thinner and paler, triggering comment on her health. A boy chorale piece by a teen violinist was performed as crowds pressed near the platform, with other news from the day including a Berlin Parliament session, a man’s erratic execution and a New York wedding interference tale.
London October 26. Alarmist dispatches from Hong Kong report Russia has treaty rights to anchor at Port Arthur and build rail links to War Port, prompting commentary on possible new Anglo American joint diplomacy. The Times and Westminster Gazette weigh risks and benefits of closer English speaking world cooperation. In San Francisco ships overdue threaten $6 million in value as missing vessels rise.
A vast bridal bouquet destined for Miss Consuelo Vanderbilt on her November 6 wedding to the Duke of Marlborough will sail today from Liverpool to New York. The flowers come from Blenheim's historic gardens, twelve feet in circumference, exceptionally large and splendidly arranged.
The Durant trial in San Francisco could send the case to the jury Thursday or Friday. Defense lawyer Dickinson plans to finish Tuesday morning, with Deuprey also speaking Tuesday afternoon. District Attorney Barnes will begin Wednesday and wrap the closing. Judge Murphy will deliver a lengthy charge. Exhibits are numerous, including Durant Glazer notes and a disputed handwriting comparison involving Rev. J. George Gibson and Blanche Lamort's rings.
New York Senator Hill spoke in Fostoria Findlay and Lima addressing Democratic tariff policy and repealing McKinley law. He argued late taxes can be corrected and money remains with the people. He warned repeal would fix the deficit and touted 1892 Democratic strength if sustained.
Private tests evolve into public demonstration of an electrical power system for canal boats. Invented by Richard Lamb of Norfolk and linked to the Corliss engine legacy. Niagara Falls Power Company supplied power, transmitted by wire from Niagara Falls to Tonawanda. Boats moved at four to five miles per hour before hundreds of spectators with smooth operation.
John D. Lingo, a prominent Shelbyville furniture dealer, sues Harry C. Parker of Lake Erie & Western Railroad for 10000, alleging Parker alienated Lingo's wife’s affections. The action was filed in Shelbyville, Ind., on October 28.
Parkersburg West Virginia October 26. Special to the Register. Officers Moneypenny and Gale reinstated after suspension following charges tied to Rev R B Smith and Knapp. Testimony includes a claim that Smith offered 25 cents for a kiss and that Moneypenny passed by during a so called slumming expedition at Mrs Meeserly’s residence.
In Cumberland on October 26 R D Johnson son of prominent local figure R D Johnson Sr was indicted by the grand jury and jailed on murder charges. The case concerns the death of Grant W Zutill of Meyersdale Pa who was reportedly killed in a house of ill repute and disposed of in a canal, with the body found a month later embedded in ice. The arrest has stirred a great sensation in the city.
Washington, Oct 26 Senator Quay contends Pittsburg can secure the National Republican convention if it proves able to entertain delegates. He notes San Francisco as a strong rival with 17 committed members and funds, while Chicago seems less favored. He hints Reed as his preferred candidate but avoids firm discussion. He urges action to aid wool and textile industries amid tariff tensions and questions a raw wool duty’s revenue impact.
Cleveland story of Mrs G Dey who inherited £80,000 from Carlos Dey said to have died in a Morocco prison. A letter urged her to fetch Dey's daughter in Valencia to raise for the bequest, but she discovered the scheme as a fraud.
The American line steamer St Paul, Captain Jamison, arrived at Sandy Hook after a pioneering voyage from Southampton in 6 days 17 hours 51 minutes. A port engine stoppage on Oct 22-23 slowed the attempt but the ship maintained near 21 knots on average. Passengers praised the ship’s steadiness and nearly vibration free engines despite the stop. River notes report river depths and weather conditions, with Parkerburg, W Va, noting 8 inches of water and stationary conditions.
The body of Samuel King, a large colored man about forty two, was found on the Elm Grove road track after a late night quarrel and drinking. He appears to have been struck by a train, with his skull crushed and left arm severed. Coroner Schultze and Captain Bennett investigated, with inquest planned at Frank Schroefler's undertaking establishment. Witnesses recall him arguing with Jenioy Smith and being seen intoxicated near Elm Grove earlier, but the exact moment of death remains unclear. Superintendent Weisgerber arranged for transport of the body to the undertaker.
Small Talk item updates yesterday events: Dr. W H Lester Jr to preach at Second Presbyterian, not Rev Dr Bellville as previously stated. Justice Peterman case Turner heir vs Speyer Bros settled for $113.75 after two days trial, plus local notices on a public sale, arrests, and a police report about J W Wilson in Claysville.
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