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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1889
Page
8
A chaotic Wheeling report details Harry Lacy, famed showman, facing arrest after a weekend spree, court fine, and disputed claims of work with Forepaugh. The piece also notes police activity, hotel bills, and local notices on admissions, auctions, and a brief public meeting.
The article details John Lacy’s mounting debts and fraud charges after swindling sums from multiple victims including Sam Baker, Forepaugh, Lacy’s arrest on $2,000 bail, and witnesses like Officer Nichols describing his unscrupulous dealings. It notes victims tallying at least $122.50 with more likely, and portrays Lacy’s manipulative showman persona and failed schemes.
The U S Court and Circuit Courts closed their sessions in Wheeling yesterday at three. The sole case before the court was United States v Arthur Wallace, county resident, for election law violations, verdict: not guilty. An advertisement page promotes A J McGarrell groceries with low prices and weekly bargains.
Judge Campbell presided as a busy session in Ohio County Circuit Court with multiple cases. George Seibert pleaded guilty to three counts of selling liquor on Sunday, fined $20 with costs each. Laura Rose and others pleaded guilty to keeping a house of ill fame, receiving fines and short jail terms. Rodney Dickerson set for trial in October on rape charges. The session also saw convictions for stealing and robbery with various fines and up to thirty days in jail. The La Allems Building and Loan Association began subscriptions, promoting home loans, with a weekly meeting at Knoke's Hall and a roster of officers. Local merchants showcased wares and a large china display at the State Fair, notably from John Friedel & Co. Advertisements announced excursions and travel rates, while Red Cross Oil was advertised at 95 cents a bottle.
The Pennsylvania Lines West of Pittsburg will offer excursion tickets at one fare for round trips to principal Northwest West Southwest and South points. Tickets valid thirty days from date of issue. Inquiries directed to nearby passenger or ticket agents.
Literary note on a comple te bad English promotion titled Seven Thousand Worde Mispronounced by William H. P. Phyfe. It lists foreign phrases, proper names, and difficult words, calling it a handy library volume. Published by G. P. Patoama' 3ons of New York.
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