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Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-07-30
SISTERSVILLE.

Sistersville, July 20. - Considering
being done in the oil fields in this vi
entity, there is very little to complain
about the city being dull. At the
present time there is les business in
Sistersville than thee has been dur
ing the past two years, ou- in spite of
that there is more business here than
in any of the other cities of twice III.
size along the Ohio river. 1t is a no.
ticeable fact that the town is not re-
ceding any and that the population
is not decreasing, a thing always To
be deplored in an oil country town.
AS far as has been possible, the people
moving in here have been buying
property, and they will make this
their future home. The only trouble
here now is that Sistersvllle should
have some manufacturing plants aside
from those which are necessary in
conjunction with the oil business.
There is any amount of ground here
which could be procured for sites for
manufacturing purposes at reasonable
rates, and in addition to this there is
piCHIy VI CiIC USot lucl III lH6 WI
gas. The shipping advantages of the
city are as good as those of most cit
les in the country of anything like
twice the size of Sistersville. and if the
Board of Trade organized a couple of
years ago, and which has since died.
could be organized again with some of
the younger blood of the city-the
young men who would hustle, there is
not the least doubt but that it would
be but short time until there would
be several good plants here. The city
is very much in need of them, and the
people who own the property are COM
mencing to see that something must
be done. and that quickly, or they will
suffer considerable loss There is a
disposition among a great many OF
the people of the city to help a legit-
mite enterprise along. and if some
thing of the sort should make its ap-
pearance there would not be the least
trouble in coming to an amicable
agreement.
Miss Blanche Koen, charming aud
accomplished young lady of Manning
ton, w. Va, arrived in the city yes
terday, and for the next couple of
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-07-30

In casting about for candidate who
will unite the Democracy of the Sec
ond congressional district, and in
whom the people have confidence the
Martinsburg Statesman suggests Hon.
Stewart w. Walker, of Berkeley. The
Register can heartily SECOND this
choice. Mr.. Walker iSc a compare
lively young man, aid young men are
coming to the FRONT in the Democratic
party-as witness the splendid nomi-
nee in the Rirst district, Jackson v.
Blair-and Ahe Democracy of the Sec
ond DISTRICT could hardly do better
than select Mr.. Walker as their
standard bearer. A bright, active
campaigner, a sterling Democrat and a
fine man, he would win.
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weeks VIM s. the kuest x th4 1lissol
Roome. ct their pleasant home On
Hill ana Main streets.
Frank SHETLAND, Of the South Side,
accompanied by his daughter, Blanche
Mrs. Horace SHETLAND and her two
children, left last night for ChatauQua
Lake, where they will remain for a
short time. after which they will visit
in other portions of New York state.
]. A. Ryan, of Wilson & Holiday
left this morning for st. Mary's to at
tend to some business matters for mis-
firm
Mrs. Frank Dunlap, of Marietta, ar
rived in the city yesterday and will be
the guest of friends in the city for a
couple CT days.
| Miss Julia Graham went to st. Marys
this morning, where she was the guest
of friends during the day.
Horace SHETLAND. the South Side
merchant, will leave Tomorrow for
Chautauqua Lake and other points
north, where he will sojourn for a cou-
pie of weeks.
| Captain w. A. Kelly, OF the Ohio
River dining rooms here, left yester-
day for his home in New York, ac-
companied by his daughter, Miss
Madge, and her friend, Mrs. Captain
Rafferty,, who have been visiting here
| for several weeks.
! Miss Clara Poulton, of Wheeling
who has been in charge Of Colvig'
millinery store here for some months
| left this morning for home on visit
| She will be absent from the city for
several weeks.
Charles Gibbs Carter, prominent
young attorney of Pittsburg, who has
been in the city for several days past
left this morning for Parkersburg and
other points south.
| Miss Fannie Porter, of New Cumber-
land, w. Va, who has been the guest
of the Misses Roome, of Hill and Main
streets, for couple Of weeks, will re-
turn to her home tomorrow.
| A. j. Yoke, a prominent operator In
| this field. whose home is in Grafton
left this morning for that point after
spending a couple of weeks here look
ing after his property.
Mrs. James F. Dolan, of the Airing.
ton Hotel, left yesterday accompanied
by her two daughters for Martin
Ferry where she will be the guest o
relatives and friends for a couple Of
weeks.
Captain James Daniels, one of the
best known pilots on the Ohio river
arrived in the city this afternoon ant
will be the guest CT his son, E. A. Dan
iels, of the Opera House drug store, fol
couple of days.
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10 ANSWER vi.


government have made the broad
est promises to the natives if they
would return to their allegiance to
the Spanish crown. Inasmuch as
the insurgents are now so firmly
established in the islands as to
make it improbable that Spain
could overcome them uIaided, it
seems only probable that the Span
ish government would be willing to
make any pledge in the direction Of
granting an autonomous govern
ment that would result in the sub
mission of the natives. The diff
Guilty about the matter is that it
might be assumed that the United
States has obligated itself to COM
pei the acceptance by the insur-
gents of autonomy, something it
was indisposed or unable to do in
the case of the Cuban insurgents.
Some discussion was had as to
the probability of Spanish accept
ance of our terms. The views diff
fered, though it can be stated that
several of the more Influential
members of the Cabinet believed
that the terms substantially agreed
on would not be accepted by Spain
at once. While believing that the
proposition made should in all rea-
son constitute the minimum to be
considered, some expressed the be-
lief that Spain would not immedi-
ately be disposed to reach an agree
ment on them and that possibly a
considerable lapse Of time would
ensue before that government
would be ready to yield, meantime
seeking a compromise, which, 1T is
asserted, was not to be entertained
for a moment. Others took the
ground that there. was every lndl-
cation that she had decided to make
terms and that what was now pro-
posed would soon be acceded to to
avoid further disaster.
The most important news re-
ceived at the war department to-
day was the cable from Gen. Miles
announcing the excellent progress
being made in southern Porto Rico
and the capture of Ponce. The ma
wv department also received cable
announcing that the navy had cap
tured the city of Ponce and landed
the forces under Gen. Miles. Both
departments are very much salts
Ged with what has been accom-
plished and the tone Of both dis
patches indicates that the rivalry
between the army and navy for
honors in the Spanish war is not
at an end.
The department expects an easy
conquest of Porto Rico and not
withstanding the overtures for
peace made by Spain, the war will
be prosecuted vigorously in that
Iolduu.
The belief is general in the war
department that Gen. Merritt has
landed in Manila, though no cable
information to that effect has been
received.
The condition of the sick and
wounded and steps looking to their
comfort has engrossed officers of
the war department during the day.
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PEACE RESTORED.
The Conflict that Preceded Was Fast and
Furious.

Detroit Free Press.
For fully five minutes after they had
seated themselves on the side of the ferry
boat that enabled them to get good
view of Lower Canada, the two pretty
and daintily dressed girls maintained an
oppressive silence. This was broken by
a deep sigh from the one with a red,
white and blue band on her jaunty sailor
hat.
TT seems to me you're very unreason-
able about the matter said her compan-
ion in tone that was more than half
apologize.
80, of course, I'm entirely to blame.
You brought him to make a morning call
and there I was in a fiimsy wrapper, my
hair out of curl and wearing an old pair
of mammals slippers. l was never so
mortified since the day was born"
put he didn't mind He's sens; Die
how and has siste,s of his own :.
-. ne didn't mind. didn't he? How
good of him. Neither did you mind. But
I'm the one that minded. I'm the one that
looked like a guy and wished the house
would fall in on us. / didn't think you
could be so mean"
"You told me to bring him whenever I
could"
II know I did. but you didn't tell me
that he was tall and handsome and an
immaculate dresser and smart and aristo-
cratic looking and all that. / suppose you
thought you were cute when you simply
told me that a friend from the country
was going to visit you l presume you
are engaged now and satisfied
Honest we're not. Cross my heart
And he said he wanted to see more oil
you when he came again.
Isn't it lovely on the river, DEAR
Here's three fiavors in chewing gum
Which do VOL like2'
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IN American President couI6 81 ! no
ment be brought 70 CONSIDER such !
thing.
Think OF TIA joint commission Of
Americans and Spaniards to govern
these islands on the other side Of the
world, with their 10000, 900 mixed pop
ulation in revolt! The first thing we
would have to do would be to join Spain
in putting down the rebellion against
Spanish oppression and in suppress
ing brave Aguinaldo-now Dewey's al
ly-who, with his valiant army of pa
triots, striving for independence, looks
to the United States as deliverer.
Are we-the worlds pioneer republic
and the greatest exemplar Of the ben
eficence of republican government
to ioin hands with the rottenest AMI
most tyrannous monarchy in Europe
in throttling the aspirations of a peo-
pie who are pouring out their blood to
secure God-given liberty!
Heaven forbid that America-the
land of the free and the home Of the
brave-should ever join SO vile and
monstrous an alliance, to carry out the
terms of which the United States
would be compelled to maintain with
Spain an army in the islands to pre-
serve order-that is. to shoot down
revolutionary patriots! Where are
the American soldiers to be found
who would volunteer for such work?
If the administration has, as re-
ported, any idea of forming a joint
commission with Spain for the govern
ment Of the Philippines it would bet
ter be dropped at the start, for the
American people will not tolerate the
anomaly.
Again. it is said the United States
will probably insist on certain re-
forms in the government of the Phil
ippines. If any reform should be in
sisted on by this government 1t
should be the great one of independ-
ence for the struggling patriots OF
the island-or, at least, genuine auton-
omy. Anything less than this would
be base betrayal of our present allies,
Aguinaldo and his soldiers and people.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-07-30

According to the Associated Press
but for Gen. Joe Wheeler the American
forces would have retreated from be-
fore Santiago on the evening of July 1;
that he was advised to that effect by
many brave men, regulars, but he re-
piled: mo, the Spaniards are worse
off than we are.' Hats off to, gallant
old Fighting joel"
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-07-30

Unless his sentence is committed
Martin Thorn, the murderer of Gull
densuppe, will be put to death next
week. 1t is said Thorn's chief amuse-
meut in his cell was mouse which he
trained and taught to perform tricks.
1t died the other day and the brutal
murderer and mutilator of the Turkish
bath rubber wept. Such is human ma
ture
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PRESIDENTS ANSWER TO SPAIN.


The President and the Cabinet have
come to a partial conclusion as to the
peace terms they will submit to Spain.
The meeting adjourned till this
morning. To begin with it is
gratifying to know that the
terms of the United States
will be submitted as an ultimatum
Spain being given to understand that
IT she doesn't accept them at once she
will fare worse in the future Also,
the government will have no diploma
tic correspondence on the subject but
submit its terms for SPANS accept
ance or rejection. As we have hereto
fore stated this is the spirit in which
our government should enter into these
negotiations and no delay should be
tolerated.
There will be no armistice.
There will be no money indemnity
asked.
The conditions named are:
Absolute surrender of Porto Rico to
the United States.
Recognition by Spain of the Inde-
pendence OF Cuba.
The cession of one of the Ladrone
Islands to the United States as a coal
Ing station.
The cesfion to the United States of
e ei least : l'''''s station in the Philip
Up trsthis point the conditions are
what he American people as whole
WIZ cheerfully subscribe to. They are
.Aeasohable and generous and meet all
the proper demands of this government
without overstepping them and plung-
ing into the deadly quieksand of con-
quest and Imperialism.
The PHILIPPINES is the stumbling block
and while the members of the Cabinet
are unit in opposition to the acquisi-
tior 0f-the Philippines as whole. they
are divided as to the future govern
Ment Of the islands 1t is said that the
President will probably express to
Spain a willingness to leave the matter
Of the future government of the islands
% a joint commission to be appointed
BY this government and the govern
ment OF Spain.
The last proposition will meet en-
ohatic disapproval by the people of the
United States If we don't want the
Philippine Islands-and it is certain we
don't-we certainly do not want to be
burdened and annoyed with their gov
eminent. Most emphatically we do not
want to enter partnership with Spain
for. their government such as is pro-
E6sed. We don't want to enter into a
= rtnership with, any European gov
pent for any purpose whatsoever,
y all with Spain and for the pur-
kverning a half-civilized pop
the other side of the world
Ig against Spain for inde-
Ihe joint American-Span-
proposition is simply
Il u astonishing that
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THE RACE OF HIS LIFE.
From Smiths Index.

From Smiths Index.
Mr.. Jackson V, better known as
Jack Blair, Democratic nominee for
Congress in the first district, embodies
all the elements OF responsibility, conser-
vatisrn, energy and ability. He presents
a splendid example Of what honesty OF
purpose, energy and pluck win do for any
young man who will make the effort. Mr.
Blair is a good speaker and lawyer and
will give Hon. B. b. Dovener the race OF
his life.
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ATLANTIC CITY AND RETURN 80

Via Pennsylvania Lines August aid g.
The only line running sleeping cars
through to Atlantic City from Wheel
ing. Five hours quickest time Sleep
ing cars leaving Wheeling at 8: SIS p M.
city time, arrive in Atlantic City at
$50 the following morning. For
sleeping car space and further informa-
ton, apply to ]. Bailie, ticket agent,
or ]. G. Tomlinson, passenger and
ticket agent. 2S,30,31,2,3
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The American people will stand no
American-Spanish commission for the
government of the Philippines. Such
a partnership would be not only I'M
just to the people of the islands now
seeking independence, but On general
principles monstrous absurdity.
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Spanish troops in Puerto Rico are
massing at San Juan where they will
make a stand against the Americans.
But between the navy on one side and
the army on the other it will not take
long to bring the Dons to time in that
alleged stronghold.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-07-30

Hobson says the cost of wrecking
work On the Spanish warships will be
about 100000. Unless at least two of
the vessels can be saved in pretty good
shape it would be cheaper to abandon
them and contribute the money toward
building brand new vessels.
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BOARD OF TQU lLIZATION

Assessment Notice.
Clerks Office. City of Wheeling. w. Va
Public notice Is hereby given TO all per-
sons interested that the assessors elect
ed by the Council OF the city Of Wheel
Ing have completed their assessment for
the year and made return thereof to my
office. Any person wishing 10 appeal
from said assessment or desiring any cor
rections made, VIII appear At the city
building before the Board OF Equalization
and Appeals on the following days at
o'clock a. m, as the said board will meet
at that time at the said city building, 20
hear all objections 70 said assessments
and revise and correct the same.
First Ward. Monday. July .
Second Ward. Tuesday. July 8.
Third Ward, Wednesday, July n.
Fourth Ward Thursday. July q.
Fifth Ward. Friday. July =.
Sixth Ward. Monday, August ].
Seventh Ward, Tuesday. August 2.
Eighth Ward. Wednesday, August ,.
G. II. WATKINS, City Clerk.
July T. jyiJ
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DIED.

SCHAFFER-On Thursday. July 18th,
1925 at S:45 a. m, Miss Sallie Dee Schaner.
Funeral services from~her mothers res
idence, 1874 North Front street, Saturday,
July 50, at $50 p. m. Interment private.
JONES-On Friday. July %, 1885, at 5
o'clock D. M, Miss Sue Jones. in her 18TH
year.
Funeral services at her late residence,
2l34 Market street, Sunday. July 81. at 1:Sl
o'clock. Interment at Wellsburg. Friends
are respectfully invited.
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Peace talk is not stopping the sail
ing of American soldiers for Puerto
Rico nor their victorious onward
march in that island.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-07-30

The ordinance to clear the corners
OF public thoroughfares of telenhqna
dIu SOCu one. we
have too many poles and wires on the
streets row.
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NOTICE TO CORRESPONDENTS.

In accordance with law, on and after
July LIST Register correspondents in
West Virginia, Ohio. Pennsylvania, and
in fact anywhere and everywhere from
which il is necessary to wire news, must
aff1x a one cent Revenue stamp to each and
every dispatch. They will keep an account
of same and forward it with their monthly
statements for payment.
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ATLANTIC CITY HOTELS.

II, HE OSBORNE. Arkansas and Pacific
ayes. Atlantic City. N. j.; elevators:
bus to all trains $40 TO $3.50 per day:
s. to s14 weekly. MRS. L. J. OSBORNE
jyl5erb
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GENERAL NOTICES.
NOTICE.

NOTICE.
Bids will be received for restaurant and
all other privileges on the Fair Grounds
for the Labor Day picnic. August 9th.
by A. w. RAIDER, at the Grand Opera
House billiard parlor. Those wishing
choice Of stands should make early app
plication to Mr. RAIDER.
OSCAR HOWARD
Chairman Committee on Privileges
iyZ1ey
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MALE HELP WANTED.

WE ANT reliable men 20 sell our high
grade lubrcatiug oil and greases to mills,
factories, etc. We are manufacturers and
with our Instructions an Inexperienced
man can become an expert oil salesman
Makes splendid side line. MALONE OF
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WANTED-TwO young men to run an
news agents on railroad trains. Must
have 1000 cash security. Apply at TN
Jyi7e&dh
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A coaling station will amply satisfy
the American people so far as the Phil
ippines are concerned.
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Refreshing downpours such as yes
terday's are valuable to the farmer and
purifying to the city.
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wANTED-PURCHAS FOR Blank
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Cards. For Sale Cards. and Rooms for
Rent Cards Call at Register Once.
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Ind less accepted for amounts less than
lne dollar.
Correspondence containing Important
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-ounE1ng country.
Rejected communications will not be re-
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postage.
The REGISTER, embracing its several
editions, is entered at the Pnstoffice at
wheeling. W. Va, as second-class matter.
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I IST OF LETTERS

Remaining in the postoffice at Wheeling,
OHIO county. w; Va, Saturday, July 30.
To obtain any OF the following the appli-
ing date OF list:
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ONO county, w Va, Saturday, July 30
To obtain any OF the following the appli-
cant must ask for advertised letters. Civ
ing date OF list:
LADIES LIST
anderson, Mary. Jones, Miss Annie.
Conn, Miss Mary E. Mcclure. Miss Ma
H, bel
Conway, Mrs. Mary Morris, Mary,
Ann, Merriman Mrs Sar-
Henderson. Miss An ah,
ma, perdie Margaret A
HICKS, Miss Emma Rediker. Miss Hen
E, rictta
GENTLEMEN LIST. -
Ashe, w. j., Lang, h. c.,
Anderson, VIII, Lyons. Clarence, -
Boone, u. D., Long. ID. j. (2,
Butortac, Joso, Macran. George. :
Cortland, Ross, Maroney j. w,
Outright, A. H., O'Connor, John.
Cowley. r. p, Parker, J. p
Coats, Cash Rarriee, Capt. John
Clark. X. A, c..
Evans. Joseph, Ross c. w,
Esoh. Charles. Sleepjack, IT, r.,
Farne, Z. J., Sanford. Frank,
Friedman, II. c., Tackett, Dr.,
Gardner. Geo. T., Wagner, A G.,
Hicks, Harry, Williams John L
Kiser, Peter.
FIRMS.
West Virginia Pants Co,
Wheeling Pub Co.
GEORGE WISE Postmaster
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mmpieA We can srut you both way2
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Smiths Index
The wheelfng Registsr not only gives
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