30 Sep 1888
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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1888
Page
1
A garbled OCR passage describes a street rise and a series of unclear names and actions. It references a person named Dewey and a location or event connected to Traklaun, with scattered fragments suggesting a public or social occasion but lacking coherent details or outcomes.
A garbled account references a denial involving Congressmen Wilson and Bynum and a $15 a month story. The text mentions a Saturday evening event with speakers and scattered remarks. Names and places are partially unreadable, rendering specifics unclear.
Fragmented OCR notes refer to a city event with names like Stark, MEL, Ephme, and other unclear references. The readable content hints at a meeting, visits, and possibly a ceremonial program, but many words are garbled, making precise details impossible to confirm.
The article details accusations by James A Camp against Representative Wikear and Byones over wage claims for logarithmic labor, with corroborating affidavits and replies from Galvebound, Campbell, and others. It records denials, a contentious exchange, and remarks on wage levels and farm product prices amid broader labor tensions and tariff debates.
Reports from the Vel hur Jacke fever camp in Carp Perry show 118 persons affected. Debates on quarantine exemptions arise as medical officials and a Jacksonville committee discuss easing measures for those recovering, with emphasis on fumigation and travel continuation. The dialogue covers public health, relief funds, and potential safeguards for those previously sick.
Governor Wilson faced Congressman Goff in a heated joint debate at Philippi. Wilson delivered a powerful, lengthy address while Goff faltered, drawing praise for Wilson from Democrats and sharp criticism from Republicans. Large crowds gathered, with excitement spilling into the streets as supporters hailed the Democratic triumph.
In Indianapolis September 29 Dr Jar t dan, president of the State University of Indiana, and Prof Lind of Danville Normal College, both Republicans, declared support for Cleveland and tariff reform. The report notes political charges and shifts amid a broader set of local and national events.
John Muth of Bellaire won a $200 purse in a boat race against William Haberfield of the city on a windy afternoon at Bellaire courts. A large crowd watched from both riverbanks as the contenders raced from 5 o'clock, with a disputed finish that prompted a referee decision and a protest from the other racer.
September 29 reports show multiple baseball contests across cities. The Pittsburgh club won the first game against Sanders but lost in Philadelphia. Cincinnati beat Baltimore 14 to 7 while Louisville and Cleveland drew at dark. Kansas City beat the Athletics with Gleason decisive, and St Louis defeated Brooklyn 6 to 1. New York fell to Detroit, and Boston saw Tener master the mound as Chicago collapsed offensively. A social note recalls Martin’s Brunswick supper for ball players before dawn departures.
A large crowd filled the Capitol rink for a Democracy gathering last night. Col. W. W. Arartt spoke on today’s issues, with plans for a procession and an escort from local associations. Hon. W. D. Moore of Pittsburgh was announced as the key speaker.
The City of Wheeling won its challenge against the West Virginia Natural Gas Company in a Police Court session. Judgment set the nominal sum of $12 plus costs, with an appeal possible. The hearing drew many interested figures including Citizens' Committee members and company officials amid a protracted legal contest over the ordinance and testing practices.
Old Hutch lashed out at a reporter when asked for September wheat prices. He claimed not to sell, insisting buyers should mind their own business. Official wheat quotes were not issued as no sale occurred at that price. December wheat rose but buyers stayed away, and the market opened with uncertainty.
The Democratic State Committee met in Indianapolis on September 29 and urged full turnout. A Cheadle district Democrat, a strong Republican, spoke more optimistically, praising Mrs Logan’s pension and opposing General Sheridan’s widow’s claim. Broadly, Democrats eye gains in the First and Tenth districts, with Indiana campaigning quietly in the north and center.
The Maine vote shows Republican 79,404 Democratic 61,439 Labor 1,526 Prohibition 3,121 scattering 15. total 145,? Democrats gain 3,279, Republicans 1,625 since 1864. Statewide figures temper early claims of a 20,000+ Republican lead, with Maine’s plurality now about 15,055 and majority 13.
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