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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1896
Page
8
An unclear fragment references the city and lines opened up with lines about England and America. It mentions ages and goods but lacks coherent facts, names, or dates to form a complete item.
An old advertisement lists fabrics and notions including checks, plaine weaves, plaids, canvas, camel hair, boucle, crepes, and crepe blends. It highlights popular suiting materials and related goods, suggesting a broad catalog for tailors and shoppers.
Wrapping fur styles evolve with new tangs in collars and short capes. Designers show extends of 24 to 30 inch plain furs and renewed silhouettes suggesting a shift toward bold, luxury looks for the season.
The Wheeling Gun Club announces its second tournament to be held next Friday at the grounds near the baseball park. A long program of events includes multiple blue rocks shoots with varied entrances and prizes donated by local merchants and clubs.
Julia Chisnell was arrested on a warrant charging disorderly conduct. She was arraigned in police court last night but the case was continued Monday at the request of her counsel. The allegations describe lewd songs and remarks aimed at neighbors, with witnesses noting disturbances and letters used as evidence in the trial.
Beck, a well known Morrisonville horse dealer, died suddenly Friday night while hunting with two friends. He collapsed from paralysis and died before reaching his home. The funeral will be held in two days. Deceased was well known in the city.
The Council Committee on Claims is convening this evening with five miscellaneous police and county commission items on the docket. The Columbia Athletic Club offers a chance at their club rooms on September 7. Notable notices include notary bond for A Voight and administrator appointment for Zach arian Wilk. A skiff carrying dynamic and nitro glycerine sank on the river near Sisterville, while a World Order picnic occurred at Wheeling Park amid threatening weather. An organist choir will sing at the English Lutheran church, and Joe Maria Reheksner's funeral was held at St Alphonso. A City Hall fight involved Richard Kain and Taniel Bayle. Myra, Captain Atore, sustained injuries at a train stop, and the funeral of Joan Vardy took place at Newport Ark. Beer sale without license noted. Train service updated to direct runs to Wheeling and Minneapolis. Henry W. Riz to speak. Professor Day to present demonstrations and a new "sleep" subject. Miss Mary A. White reopens a select school September 7 at Kerapiе’s hall.
Fragmentary OCR report details deeds and transfers involving ASPATH Manner and Charles Landmey, with mentions of Wood Cemetery, Clark, J. Clark, Baker, Baker's addition, and a 1896 date. Includes scattered notes on fishery, labor, and a drowning or water event with measurements and remarks about a weight and a pit, reflecting a scattered historical ledger style.
Incomplete OCR shows multiple property and goods transactions including a sale of the Kranz property, a transfer on Soutte Week street for 6 50, and various shop items. Mentions of Mowers, spectacles, watches, and jewelry appear with scattered prices and references to contractors and market avenues.
Fragmented OCR signals a planned excursion from Cleveland to Washington or regional destinations next Wednesday. It mentions dates, places like Washington DC, and a Treasury statement with a noted amount of 490,081, alongside scattered names and events.
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