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Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
A NEW SPORT,

The introduction of bicycling as a
popular entertainment is about to be ac-
cepted as a rational substitute Tor what
has come to be senseless and even
brutal exhibition OF professional pedes-
trianism.
The contrast between the light and
graceful movements OF the skilful rider
of the bicycle and the painful staggering
OF dull and exhausted pedestrians is
one that we can appreciate.
Bicycling promises to take rank at
once as a sport throughout the country.
The visit of some foreign experts to this
country, who are now going through an
exhibition in Boston, will give an inn
petus to the introduction of a mode Of
recreation which combines a large de-
gree OF utility with pleasure.
In England Bicycling has taken prece-
dence of all other modes of recreation.
The clubs are numbered by hundreds,
and the regular riders by thousands.
There the new motor is not only an in
strument of exercise and amusement,
but of daily business use, being en-
plOyed by carriers, messengers OF many
sorts, physicians, and by many mercan-
tile people who:have discovered, in this
machine, the way to live in the country
and labor in the city without the loss Of
time and expenditure OF money that had
before made that course impossible.
1t is stated that among the members
of these English clubs there are many
amateurs who can make a mile, under
favorable circumstances, in a little over
three minutes, and many professionals
who can make it in less than three
minutes.
1t strikes us that as sport it ought to
take precedence of boating, walking,
running, shooting, and all other con-
tests of similar character that arouse so
much enthusiasm among Americans.
The exhibition would be much more in
spring to the spectator and also to the
participants.
1t is a sport, too, that is adapted to all
seasons. IL needs only reasonably
smooth surface, and does not depend on
water, wind or weather. An enclosure
Of about the size of circus tent, with
smooth track, would insure uninter-
rupted practice to the members of a
club oil the year round, with the adj
vantage to spectators OF seats and shell
ter in witnessing the trials OF speed.
The young blood OF Wheeling will
probably be stirred, as it is IN other
cities, with an ambition to excel in this
very pleasant and innocent amusement,
and we shall be glad TO see it push some
other sports out OF place and out OF fash
ION
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

TIE Ohio Western Reserve is the
Republican stronghold in that State.
Outside Of the "ReServe' the Demo
Gratis had majority in the late election,
but il was the Reserve" which gave
victory to the Republicans and gives
complexion to the politics OF the state.
As indicative of the character OF the
people Of that section, IACH CHANDLER,
n little while before his death, gave a
reporter some OF his experience there,
as follows:
oThe Western Reserve is curious
place. II / don't get home pretty soon
/ shan't have anything left. I've lost
already nearly everything had when |
came here. Down ut 2 town they call
Akron some fellow stole my hat and left
this thing (hOlding mp dilapidated
specimen. Down here on one OF your
narrow-gauge railroads | lost my gold
headed cane, which | have had for
twenty years But worst OF all, while
/ was at CharlOn | lost my character.
Ii was rather curious, too. j shouldn't
have found IL out il John Beatty hadn't
told me. You see was speaking there
i'm the open air, and the wind troubled
me bv blowing the little pieces of paper
on which my notes were. - | took out
NV iack-kniie and laid it down on the
paper To prevent this And what do you
think? That is a strong temperance
community; and there talked for two
hours with the back OF that knife toward
the audience, with a corkscrew in plain
sight-and it showed that it had been
used, too. might get back my hat,
and possibly some one will repent and
return my cane; but my character in
that community is gone forever
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
A HIsroRIo CHARACTER.

Mrs. MARGARET EATON, who was first
the wife Of ANDREW JAcKsoN's secretary
OF war, and whose subsequent matri-
monial adventures and other conquests,
made her the most talked about woman
of her time, at the National Capital,
died at Washington on Saturday last,
being nearly 90 years old. We gather
from an exchange the following leading
facts in her history: She was the
daughter of an Irish tavern-keeper at
the nations capital, married purser in
the navy, who killed himself on one OF
his voyages in the Mediterranean, then
welded gallant Gen. EATON, with whom
her name had been connected in an in
vidious and perhaps groundless scandal.
At all events, Washington society Ia
booed her, but President JACKSON stood
her friend, even to the extent OF dis
rupting his cabinet. The most virulent
attacks were made upon her good name,
several clergymen being active in spread
ing the charges OF her infdelity to
Purser TINBERLAKE. Gen. JACKSON, who
loved and hated with equal constancy,
made her social recognition condition
of his favor, and MARTIN VAN buren,
gained JAcKsoN's potent influence for the
succession to the presidency by his
friendly attention TO Mrs. EATON. Her
height OF happiness was when JACKSON
sent her husband as minister to Spain.
After Gen. EAToN's death an Italian
dancing-master made her his dupe and
wife, squandered the greater part OF her
property and ran away with the rest,
and also with her granddaughter, her
self the mother of two infants. Strange
to say, this precious rascal returned to
New York, where his abused wife threw
him into prison, obtained divorce and
compelled him to marry the woman he
had so grossly seduced. This was only
about nine years ago; since then Mrs.
EATON, as she was always known, has
existed in increasing poverty, but still
retaining remains OF beauty and brilliant
social talent, which made her often the
theme OF correspondents in the dull sea-
sons OF Washington. Her life is one OF
the curious chapters in the record OF
woman's beauty as power in the al
fairs of state.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

CINCINNATI expects great things from
its Southern railroad. 1t opens up an
immense territory, and the Enquirer says
"the manufacturers scattered ali over
the city are preparing to push their
wares all through the South, now that a
direct line is to be opened to them. As
an investment it will doubtless prove
the best every made by an American
city," We can hardly realize that. Two
or three extensively circulated and in
fluential Republican papers in Cincin-
natl have been preaching with frightful
zeal for months past the South was given
over to banditti, murder and swindling.
We should think the Cincinnati people
would tear up their railroads running
South instead of bnilding new ones;
that is if they believe their own Repnb-
lican papers.-Pits. Post.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
STEALING A STATE.

The Radical managers having success
fully stolen the Presidency are now en-
gagged in the grand larceny OF a State.
The Herald, independent Republican in
politics, intimates in the strongest Ian
guage, and gives the facts upon which
it POUNDS its intimations, that the Repub-
lican managers are repeating in New
York the gamethey played in Louisiana,
by which the vote of a State was stolen
and the minority candidates declared
elected. The Herald shows that it is inn
possible that more than one or two days
should be consumed in an honest count
and return of the votes OF any county
in the State, yet eight days have elapsed
and the correct vote has not yet been
returned from some of the counties hav-
ing Republican election officers.
We mistake the people of New York
If they DO not rebuke this infamous
fraud upon the ballot-box at the cleo
ton in 1880.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

filed the house and became ignited
Miss Chandler-now Mrs. Eugene Hale
was alone in part OF the house that
was filed with flame, when the Senator,
enveloping his head in blanket, dashed
through the fire and rescued his daugh-
ter, who escaped unframed, though her
father was so badly burned that he bore
the scars to his death.
The Bellaire Tribune argues in favor
of a railroad from Wheeling or Bellaire
10 Marietta and Parkersburg. The idea
is a good one, but the road should be
built on this side OF the river.-WetEet
Messenger.
THE New York scatchers have de-
feated the men they meant to elect, and
the man they meant to defeat is elected.
1t sometimes happens that a man covers
more ground than he intends In scratch
ing the place which itches.-LomeH
Courier.
ALMOST every year some political am
eteur makes the amazing discovery that
the country is in bad way, and that
he can save it by boiling the regular
party nomination. He cackles over this
discovery like a pullet over her first
egg, and summons everybody within
hearing to observe how brave and wise
he is. The independent journals" are
especially invited to admire the young
gentleman's heroism, and they never
fail to accept the invitation.-WOrcester
| SDy.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
ADVERTISING HIM,

One OF the modes adopted Tor adver-
Using King GRANT came to our knowl-
edge, yesterday. Dispatches were sent
out from Chicago by some OF his clackers,
to prominent men everywhere, asking
that congratulatory dispatch be tele-
graphed at once to that wicked city, wei
coming the ex-President home. One of
these messages was received in this city
by Gov. MATHEWS, but We doubt
whether he felt like rushing off into a
sky-rockety and gushing peon to the
stolid man who is seeking a perpetual
Presidency over the American people.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
The Nerves as a Source of Trial,

Instead of being vehicle for agreeable sensa-
tons some peoples nerves are most distress
ing endowment. Such sufferers, it will usually
be found. are dyspsptic, lack vitality and flesh.
What they need is more yigor. There is means
of obtaining it, II they will but avail themselves
of that means. 1t is Hostetter's Bltters, a tonic
which experience has shown TO be OF the ut
most service TO the debilitated, nervous and
dyspeptic. Digestion restored upon permanent
basir by the Btters ministers as it should to the
wants of the system, and It's integral parts, of
which the nerves are one of the most important,
properly nourished and inyigoratcd' The va
rious functions are thus more actively discharg-
cd, and obstacles TO Il return to health removed
by increasing vitality. Instead OF nervous pros
tration new strength and vitality Will be inius-
ed into the whole motive machinery.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
BelIaire & Southwestern Railway
Co.'S First Mortgage Six per cent
Twenty Year Bonds.

This Company offers for sale. for the present,
Fifty thousand Dollars only, of the above securi-
ties and invites attention to the following state.
ments
These bonds are a first mortgage upon l219
miles of road extending from Bellaire to Woods
field. its equipment property and franchises.
The total issue is limited TO s25OOOO, being less
than 5000 per mile upon an honestly built and
thoroughly equipped road
About $780, 900 in cash have been expended in
the construction and equipment of the road.
over thirty-five miles are now in successful
operation and the remainder OF the line, less
than miles, will be open by December lst next.
This amount of bonds is offered now 10 raise
funds to finish ant to thoroughly cquip he road for
business at once The gross receipts for the month
of October from the road, unfinished and ,cith
scdn facilities for doing business were trihe short
OF 5000, showing that the annual net profits,
eren at this stage Qt the road's existence, are more
than enough to pdy he interest upon The entire
issue Of bonds and contribute, IN addition thereto,
fair amount 10 The sinking fund. With the I'm
crease of business that must necessarily follow
the completion of the road, with an ample equip
ment, the payment of interest and principal is
already an assured fact.
The interest is payable semi-annually Danu-
airy and July, in New York City, or at the option
of the holder in Wheeling or Bellaire.
The bonds viii be sold at 90 cents and accrued
interest, the Company reserving the right to adj
vance the price without notice.
Copies Of the mortgage may be examined at,
and the bonds, with full information concern
ing the same, obtained of the Exchange Bank
and the Bank Of Wheeling, in the City of Wheel
ing, and the Fist National Bank of Bsllaire, o.
BELLAUE 4 SOUTHWESTERN RAILWAY Co.
S. L. MOONEY, President
AP. TALLMAN. Treasurer noll
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

"AN indissOluble union OF indestructi
bic States" is the latest Democratic shib-
boleth But how does that apply in the
case OF West Nirginia2 Does that de-
fend or destroy her existence rs State!
Two Democratic Senator'S are ut stake
there.-NOrth AmlSricdn.
West Virginia is one OF the indisSolu
BILE, indestructible and Democratic States
Of the United States, and will continue
as such and be represented by two Dem
Ocratic Senators.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

CONGRESS will meet in less than three
weeks. The members have seen their
constituents since the extra session, and
now know whether TO "stick" or "let
90" We think some OF them will do
better
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

WEsr ALEXANDER wants the matter
of the arrest of CHEEK by "a gang OF
twelve men from West Virginia" inyes-
tigated. They "know the names Of all,
and DO not propose to let them Slip"
That's business.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

The Riverside railroad is what some
one suggests as an appropriate title Tor
the proposed Wheeling and Parkersburg
road. Good enough; but that name
would not locate the road as definitely
as the name agreed upon.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

Tax Philadelphia Times says the DEM
ocratic party had better open the next
Presidential campaign with prayer.
That it will probably DO, and this will
be it. Good save the United States OF
America. - Boston Post.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

SENATOR BAYARD seems disposed to
dodge the reception business, The
more respect is due him on that ae-
count, though his Delaware fellow-citi-
zens may think they have rights in the
case which should not be ignored.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

The desperate outcasts who Pelted
General GRANT with unmarketable eggs
at Galesburg, Illinois, one night last
week, have been found. There are
three OF them, the oldest desperate be-
ing fifteen and the youngest thirteen.
After a while it will be discovered that
they were persuaded to be naughty by
some Confederate brigadier.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

THERE is only one thing more unreh-
able than facts, and that is fgures-wit-
ness the returns from New York over
which wheeling Republicans have been
believing for the last week.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

UNCLE Dick BISHOP hangs fire on his
Thanksgiving proclamation. Perhaps
he thinks they have nothing special to
be thankful for over in Ohio, but like
the old woman, after recounting all the
ills that flesh is their to, he ought to
be thankful that it is as well with us
as it is"
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

The Pittsburgh Post thinks there is a
great deal OF truth in the statement that
the Pacific railroads were apOtent force
in CARRYING the Ohio Legislature Tor the
Republicans, So as 10 retire Judge
THURMAN from the Senate. IL is stated
that these corporations were liberal con-
tributors to the campaign fund, and by
their great wealth and willingness to dis
burse it, many close districts were car
ried for the Republicans. They have at
stake a debt due the government OF over
one hundred millions Of dollars, which
they are compelled to make pro-
vision for by thr THURMAN act. Every
year they are required to divert from
their profits several millions OF dollars
to a sinking fund to pay this debt. 1t
would never have become a law, this
funding bill, but for the rare tact, sound
sense and great legal ability shown by
Judge THURMAN in drafting it and press
ing it on in Congress. IL has not before
occurred in the history Of the nation
that the services of one man in Congress
have saved To the Government the enor-
nous sum of hundred millions OF dol
lars: but this was lost sight Of IN the
bloody shirt campaign.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
Attachment Notice.
County Court Of Ohio county, West Virginia:
elyina A. Bell,

County Court Of Ohio county, West Virginia:
Melvna A. Bell,
Attachment III ASufnIHV,
l.. II. Thistle,
The object OF this suit is 10 recover from the
defendant the sum OF 500 with interest thereon
from the ID day Of April, 1871, until payment
and costs Of this suit said debt being due by
virtue OF contract under seal made by said de
PENDANT, bearing date the 18Th day Of NOyem Der,
1863 by which said contract the said defendant
promised TO pay one year after date, as soon as
said defendant, should dispose Of the farm In
Johnson county, In the State OF Missouri, decided
to said defendant by his father, Thistle, 20 the
plaintifror order, the just and full value Of forty
acres Of said land. IL being the portion Of said
farm left the said plaintf By her father. And IL
appearing from an affidavit filed in this cause
that the said l.. II. Thistle j. not a resident Of
the State OF West Virginia, and II further appear
ing that said defendant has not been served with
process in this cause, nor with copy 81 aid
order Of attachment II + ordered that the sald
l.. II. Thistle 10 appear within four weeks after
the date Of tho frSt publicTtiOn Of this order and
do what Is necessary 10 protect his Interests.
Teste: GEORGE HOOK,
Clerk Of County Court Ohio county, West Va.
r. c. BARR. atty for plaintiff. OeliOawt
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

AMoSe the finest looking bodies Of
men that have assembled in Wheeling
in many years is the Grand Lodge oil
Masons now in session.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
PROPOSALS.

CLERK's OFFICE. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS,
WHEELING, November ;. ls79.
Bids will be received OF this Office until satur-
day November 29i inst at 10 O'Clock A. NJ, for
the painting OF the Elm Grove and Fulton
bridges. AZ follows: To have a coat OF good iron
or mineral paint. and then q coat OF light color
lead and shading on columns, etc, as ordered by
the Board OF Commissioners, November G. 1879.
noTOi CHAS II. DEITERS. Clerk.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

NKw YORK is counting little Return
ing Board experience, with chances for
An SKI commission.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
Gen. C. 7. BeAUReGARO, of La and
Gen. JUBAl A. EARLY, Of Virginia.

II ,27g Prizes amounting to..-.......-.. S522 800
GEN. g. T. BEAUEEGAED, Of La. "reminiscences
GEN. J. A. EARLY, of Va
Application for rateS TO clubs should only be
made 10 the Office Of the Company in New
Orleans.
Write for circulars or send orders TO
NJ A. DAUPHIN,
p. O. Box 692 New Orleans. I a.,
or same person at No. $40 Broadway, New York.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
Don't be Deceived,

The Burnt Alum Baking Powders are again
seeking the market in disguise. II you value
wholesome food ask for LOGAN, LIST Il Co. y
EXCELSIOR BAKING POWDER, and insist on
having IL.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

FoRxEY, in letter to the New York
Sun, reiterates his statement that Gen.
GRANT is to be offered the Presidency OF
the PENNSYLVANIA and Texas Pacific
Railroad Companies. Col. SCOTT S
health, it is stated, is in such precarious
condition that he can give little or no
attention to the interests OF the Texas
Pacific Company, and it is intimated
that Col. SCorr and the influential stock
holders are in favor OF putting the in
terests Of the two roads in the hands Of
Gen. GRANT.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
MY BREAKFAST WAS SPOILED

By the miserable Biscuit and Batter Cakes this
morning. So said gentleman, In our hearing.
II the cook had used LOGAN, LIST & cos EN-
CELSIOR BAKING POWDER, there would
have been no complaint
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
HOUSEKEEPERS SHOULD KNOW

That LOGAN, LIST & CO.'S FLAVORING EX-
TRACTS and SPICES Bre not only pure, but of
select quality The market is full OF adultented
and inferior goods. Get the best and you will
not regret II.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
Attention, Sir KniQhts.

A LII SIR KNIGHTS WHO EXPECT TO
IA participate in the public parade on Thurs
day the 18th inst, are requested to attend drill
I'm Washington Hall this evening. As this will
be the last meeting before the parade and that
at which the final arrangement will be con
summated, ii is of the greatest importance that
all should be present.
All committees will be prepared TO make their
reports, and business of interest TO all Will be
transacted BY order Of the +. c.
nol2q ". y. FISHER, Captain General.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
Stouie CHAR Makers Wanted.

T,IvE OR SIX GOOD CIGAR MAKERS CAN
II find employment at Ebeling & Pebbler's,
No. 1913 Market street None but good work
men need apply.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
wi RESTORED.

Prescription Free. For the speedy Cure OF Sem
inal Weakness Los OF Manhood, and all dis
orders brought on by indiscretiOn or excess. Any
Druggist has the ingredients Address DAVID
son x CO., IS Nassau ST., n. Y. OcSeOdegxb
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PERSONAL

A Ny RELATIVE OF wM. CARROLL. A
"A carriage trimmer. formerly OF Wheeling,
late OF MorgAntown, W. Va, please address
FAIRCHILD, LAWHEAD & CO..
nolOs Morgantown, W. Va
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HAMILTON & McGRANAHAN,
NEW BUCKWHEAT FLOUR

JUsT RECEIVED, 900 LBS. CHOICE HULL
81 ed Buckwheat Flour, from Hampshire
county. II i good.
r.. u. S"y tn.
oc24 Cor. Market 4 Fourteenth So.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
POINTING WALLS!

DRICK WALLS SHOULD BE POINTED Be
ID fore they are painted. and this Is the time
OF year 10 do Il. Those having work OF this kind
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12
Louisiana State Lottery Company.
GRAND PROMENADE CONCERT,
bhlllik "htNh wiz AhN paw AAAN
u5th GRAND MONTHLY

Extraordinary Semi-AnnuaI Drawing !
At New Orleans, TUESDAY. DECEMBER 10, 1879
under the personal supervision and manage
mput of
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

The bonds viii be sold at 90 cents and accrued
interest the Company reserving the right TO adj
vance the price without notice.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1879-11-12

The interest is payable semi-annually Danu-
AIRY and July, in New York City, or at the option
of the holder, in Wheeling or Bellaire.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1879-01-18
FsPAGNE.

Apres un premier process qui
ma pas ell de sesultat. a cause dun
manque de forme, Moncasi, l'as-
sassin du roi Alphonse XII, etc
de6hitivement condamna a mort.
Tn nouvsl appel ma eu aucun sue
ces. LIE recours on grace a etc
rcjete ensuite par les MINISTRIES
La femme meme ct fenfant du
condamne sout allies Sc jeter aux
pieds du roi qui inclinait a la cle-
mence !; mais il a du ceder aux re-
presentations des ministries JUS
tice a etc faite. Moncasi a etc
mis- pendant yingt-quatre heures
en- chapelle. II s'est confesse on
dit meme qu'avant de mourir, il a
fait de graves revelations qui ont
du etre communiquees a Alphonse
MI. Il e!e execute par le sup
p,ice de la garrotte.