Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1885-01-16

appropriation be made to place the present
building in repair before turning thssams
over to the city, Is in your Judgment u
proper.
The building was rendered BY the city to
the State for Its use, entirely new. Ten
years occupation, without repairs made
thereon by the State, now renders an sppro-
priation necessary for that purpose.
Proper appropriations for this purpose
are recommended.
Military Force Of the State.
In the absence Of any provision OF law, re.
curing an enrolment and organization OF
the militia force of the State, we are COM
PEELED to -rely upon the volunteer companies
to aid in the preservation Of the pcace, In
case of an outbreak beyond the power OF the
civil authorities to control.
No such disturbance has occurred in this
State for some time, nor is any anticipated
in the near future.
Our volunteer force is subjected to con-
siderable expense in procuring the necessary
uniforms, as also to other chargesin keep
ing up their organization. In view OF these
facts and the fact that their enlistment Is
for the term of three years, and liable at any
time to be called into the service OF the
State, it is suggested that some pecuniary
aid should be given these companies TO en-.
able them to maintain an effective organiza-
ton
AS the great mass Of our citizens are re-
ieved from military duty, they should be
willing to contribute small sum for this
pupose.
The force of the State now consists of the
First Regiment Of volunteers, and three
companies unattached.
A roster of the force and detailed state
ment of the military supplies on hand &C
companies the report Of the Adjutant
General.
The war records ordered to be copied are
now completed, and bound in q substantial
manner, thus preserving complete war
record OF the soldiers furnished BY the State
during the late Civil war.
State Law Library.
Many valuable volumes have been added
to the Library since the last report of the
Librarian, catalogue Of which is appended
TO his present report
The sum appropriated BY the last Legis-
lature is exhausted. A further sum of i've
hundred dollars is recommended by the
Justices of the Supreme Court be appro-
priated for the purchase Of such books rs in
their judgment may be necessary to meet
their demands for the two years next ensu'
ing.
It is also recommended that provision be
made for the rebinding of several valuable
volumes now out OF print which have be-
come much worn by constant use and are
badly in need ofrepair. The condition OF
the Library as whole is good.
Constitutional Amendment.
The Legislature at its last session passed
an act providing for the submission of an
amendment OF section seven OF article four
of the Constitution TO the voters Of the State
for their ratification or rejection.
As provided for by said act said amend.
ment was submitted at the general election
held on thu 18th day Of October, 1884, and
at said election said amendment was duly
ratified and proclamation m ide thereof as
required BY law.
The adoption Of the amendment makes il
necessary to amend section one chapter
three of the Code, 90 as to change the time
of holding the general elections from the
second Tuesday in October to the Tuesday
next after the first Monday in November.
Also to amend section one Of chapter
seven of the Code as to the term Of Office o
a member of the Legislature, so that the
term of such Office shall commence on the
first day Of December, instead OF the first
day of November.
Inter-DecrnniaI Census.
Your attention is invited to communi-
cation from the Hon. III N. Teller, Score
rotary Of the Interior. enclosing an act OF
the Congress Of the United States, relating
to the taking of an interdecennial census
OF the several States and Territories
MShould Congress by proper legislation
carry into effect the act herein referred to,
| would suggest in view Of the fact that our
State has advanced largely in wealth and
population since the taking OF the last CEN
sus, that proper legislation be enacted ap'
pointing State officers to take the census
therein referred to- Such an exhibit at this
time. | have no doubt, would invite further
large accessions to our population and ma.
terially add to our wealth and prosperity.
History Of West virginia.
In my last biennial message, referred to
a communication from DIR. willis De Hsss
on the subject OF q new History Ct
West Virginia, which he had prepared
with great care and accuracy, and
desired to have introduced into our free
schools as a text book for advanced classes.
The great value and manifest importance
Of an authentic history Of West Virginia,
from the earliest settlements to the present
time-civiI, political and military, cannot
be over estimated. One OF the best educa,
tors Of a people is the history Of their own
Safe. The proposed wort will also EN-
or, ce chapters on geology, mineral wealth,
vast and varied resources, progress develop
meut, &c.
A work OF this character cannot but be
valuable 10 our whole people. Its adoption
for use in the free schools is recommended.
Berkeley SPRING..
The report of the Board OF Trustees Of
he Berkeley Springs, with the accompany.
rg vouchers, is herewith transmitted. "a
directed by the act Of March y, 1882.
Pharaacy.
The Commissioners Of Pharmacy submit
their report, in which they ask for an sp-
propriation to enable them TO more efficient.
" discharge their duties.
The law Is good one, and the Commits
siouers should Be aided in properly en-
forcing ii.
Inspection Of Mines.
The Inspector Of Mines makes his report
Of bis proceedings as such Inspector and
the conditioa Of the several mines in the
State, together with such suggestions as to
the amendment Of the Law relating thereto
as be deems proper and necessary,
His report is laid before you for such leg.
| islstion as is advisable.
Conclusion.
APPROACHING the close Of my Official term,
desire TO acknowledge the ready coopera'
ton which have received from the heads
of the various departments Of the State Gov.
eminent in the execution Of my official du.
ties. The duties devolying upon them BY
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