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 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1889
Page
1
The investigators’ report is released publicly detailing the findings and naming DManDED as a hopeful successor figure. The document outlines outcomes, implications for leadership, and potential next steps for the governing body involved.
A bronze statue of General Grant was unveiled at Fort Leavenworth Kansas on September 14 with a ceremony led by Gen McAdoo. A five-division procession marched to the monument where orations by Senator Ingalle Gen Blair and Chaplain Swift followed the unveiling. The event drew visitors from Missouri Nebraska and the local city officials.
Gandaur backers refuse further rowing after referee Prin gle rules yesterday's Gandaur Teemer race a draw and orders a rematch on Woods Run canvas in the Ohio river. Hamm violated agreement by pulling in front of Teemer, but no foul claimed by Gandaur backers. Bets off as parties discuss a possible repeat race within ten days or elsewhere.
Charles Wendelkin of Williams district faces jail on a charge of criminally assaulting Mist Fitz a young woman from the neighborhood. The case details include tense confrontation in the road and theft of women’s garments. The narrative notes Meyer and Stayner as associates and references prior related crimes in the county. The article covers arraignments and potential sentencing as the court case unfolds.
The Star reports that Maj. Warner of Missouri was offered the position of Pension Commissioner. He has not yet decided, indicating he might decline for business reasons.
In Washington D C September 14 Hon Wai Werner of Missouri met with the Secretary of the Interior and then with the President and Secretary Noble. He stated no wish to suppress or publish the Pension Office commission report. The commission left Pension Office quarters and will return Monday to duties in the Interior Department. The detailed report was delivered to Secretary Noble today after a special investigation.
Patchy sunshine returns as storm clouds break over New York with warmer weather expected soon. Despite relief, anxiety about ships at sea remains due to overdue steamers and telegraph cuts. Sandy Hook communication is restored and quarantine ships report storm passage, though many vessels suffer rigging damage and shortages. A Maritime Exchange officer estimates significant cargo damage and continuing impact on shipping through the region.
A historic disaster at the Dislaware Tireskweter forestalls a call for stronger protection against floods and vessel wrecks. Estimates indicate 18 lives lost over ten years and property losses near 000,000. Proponents seek at least 5,000,000 for breakwater improvements to shelter ships, though federal funding is uncertain. Washington reports Judge Groff of Omaha to be named Commissioner of the General Land Office, following a contest with Judge Veumy of Vermont.
Philadelphia reports a proposed duty increase on carpet wools from 2 to 10 cents per pound. If sustained by the Treasury, the higher levy could cripple the carpet industry, with merino-like wools reclassified to the top rate. Municipal and commerce figures warn of broad economic impact across producers.
The window glass workers and manufacturers reached an amicable settlement on September 14 with a straight 5 percent wage increase. The workers conceded some rules while retaining gains, and Eastern and Northern districts may soon face similar raises. Western wage leaders warned that not all plants will reopen immediately due to low glass prices.
The New York Giants defeated Chicago twice, winning 3 1 in the first game and 4 2 in the second at the Polo Grounds. Keefe fanned the visitors in the finale as New York built a lead with strong offense. Brooklyn beat Louisville in both games, and other major league action included clashes at St Louis, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, Columbus, and Baltimore with varied scores and notable pitching from Keefe, Dwyer, and Staley. A ten inning contest at Mingo drew a large crowd, featuring battery combos Mallory–Miller and Kelley–Feters before darkness ended play.
Labor struggle at the London docks ends with Cardinal Manning and Lord Mayor oversetting terms. Workers return to work Monday after an agreed wage increase set to take effect November 4. Representatives Burns Tillet sign the agreement for dock companies and strikers. A crowd gathered as officials announced the settlement and planned further meetings in Poplar.
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.