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The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

government were prepared to assert that
Captain Coghlan had made untrue state
ments concerning the German vice-ad-
miral's conduct in Manila bay 1t would still
be unwise to take notice of the after-dinner
talk of party of gentlemen in their pri-
vate apartments.
But, inasmuch as 1t is impossible that
such claim should be made, it would be
well for both the German and the United
States governments to let the matter drop
without further discussion or action.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28
DID YOU EVER

From the Camden New Era.
Did you ever see governor brag on him.
self and abuse the newspapers?
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

General Shafter admires Alger, and AL
ger admires Shafter and that is as far as
the admiratio of either extends.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

Mr.. Andrew Carnegie believes in library
expansion, even If he feels compelled to
raise his powerful pen against territorial
expansion.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

The fear is that Patti will conclude to
make another farewell tour in America,
when she should stay on her own side of
the sea.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

PARTS going to Europe are cheating I'm
Gle Sam by buying one ticket good for all,
thus saving five dollars head except one.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

Silent men in the army and navy are
again at premium-silent with their
tongues and in the magazines.
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AND NEITHER GAIN ANYTHING

From the Washington Star.
Mr.. Quay and Mr.. Addicks might trade
legislatures and see what new talent will
do.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

A Robespierre renaissance seems proba BILE
in this socialstic age. Sardou's new play
is everywhere discussed.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

From the Talladega Mountain Home.
Johnston grass is not spreading very
rapidly this spring.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

There are plenty of volunteers for Reeds
vacant place. 1t will be filled in one sense
at least
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

The woods are full of republican candi-
dates for the speakership.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

No one in Illinois wears Reeds num-
bers of shoes or hat.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

The Mazet committee has unloaded some
Of the moss it had gathered.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

Lieutenant Hobson was well received at
Hong Kong, both by the American and
English residents.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

The Mrs. George case, now approaching a
crisis, almost touches the royal family.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

The after-dinner speech needs censor.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-04-28

his pencil. He has ascertained that the
ships led by Admiral schley fired s,429 shots
at eervera's ships, at a cost of ST., GOO. Irhe
job was dirt cheap at that price. -
New Yorks opportunity is hurt by the
fact that Serene E. Payne. as well as
James Sherman, is a candidate for speak
er.
One year ago Boston was quaking over
an apprehended Spanish bombardment; TO-
day the battle line is in the heart of Luzon,
ten thousand miles away.
Whitewash board No. 2 is getting ready
to carry out the object of its Organization
the abuse of General Miles, and the lauda-
ton of Alger.
The Filipinos get smokeless powder and
Mauser cartridges from some source, and
Mr.. George Dewey proposes to hunt that
source down.
Mr.. Andrew Carnegie believes in library
expansion, even If he feels compelled to
raise his powerful pen against territorial
expansion.
The fear is that Patti will conclude to
make another farewell tour in America,
when she should stay on her own side of
the sea.
PARTS going to Europe are cheating I'm
Gle Sam by buying one ticket good for all,
thus saving five dollars a head except one.
General Shafter admires Alger and AL
ger admires Shafter, and that is as far as
the admiration of either extends.
Silent men in the army and navy are
again at a premium-silent with their
tongues and in the magazines.
The Old Guard in Pennsylvania is pa
tiently expecting to see Mr.. Quay resume
his grasp of the plum tree.
A Robespierre renaissance seems probable
in this socialistic age. Sardous new play
is everywhere discussed.
Lieutenant Hobson was well received at
Hong Kong, both by the American and
English residents.
The Mrs. George case, now approaching a
crisis, almost touches the royal family.
The Mazet committee has unoaded some
of the moss it had gathered.
The woods are full of republican candi-
dates for the speakershp.
No one in Illinois wears Reeds num-
bers of shoes or hat.
The after-dinner speech needs a censor.
THE SEASON is NOT FAVORABLE
From the Talladega Mountain Home
Johnston grass is not spreading very
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
SISTERSVHLE.

SISTERSVILLE, W. Va, April %
Dave Werthimer, of Werthimers store
left this afternoon for his former home
in Middleport, Chic, to visit relatives.
Harry Hollis, of Scio, Chic, arrived in
the city to-day to remain here a few days
Simon Stern of New York City, yester-
day was the guest OF Jesse Jacobs.
Hal McMullen, who has been over in
the Elk Run field for several days, return
ed to the city this afternoon.
HO. Steaaey, of Wheeling. was in the
city to-day.
day afternoon.
Henry Rauch returned this afternoon
from Parkersburg and other points down
the river.
A. NJ. Alberts, of ST. Marys, arrived in
the city yesterday.
D. F. Lynch, of the Wallace shows
who has been here for several days try
ing to make arrangements for his show
to be hereon May Sth, left yesterday after
noon for Wheeling and Pittsburg.
Frank Robinson, of Marietta, was in
the city yesterday
Harvey H15bard is confined to his home
with a severe attack of rheumatism.
Theo Hockenstein, of Pittsburg, was in
the city yesterday.
r. L. Gregory, who has been at Clarks-
burg and other points in the interior of the
State for several days, returned to the
city this morning..
c. r. Hosford, who has been on trip
to Warrington and other points out the
B. & O., returns home to-day.
DR.. james F. Means, who has been con-
fined several weeks with a severe attack
of inffammatory rheumatism, was able
TO be about yesterday for the first time
AL r. Simon will return this morning
from a business trip to Wheeling.
Mrs W. H. Topp. who has been on a
trip south on the new steamer City of
Pitt sburg, arrived home this morning
She was accompanied by her mother, who
stopped off here and will remain for a
short time before returning to her home
in Pittsburg
Miss Blanche Wells, who has been south
during the past few months, has returned
home.
Ed. Berry, formerly of this city, now
one of the engineers on the steamer City
of Pittsburg, got leave of absence for a
short time yesterday and will remain in
tft1S CITY 1OI d lew ire I'll VI I.
and Mrs. Charles E. Bailey.
Miss Carrie Phillips. of P.ttsburg, Pa.
daughter of Capt. Phillips of the City OF
Pittsburg, stopped over this morning and
will be the guest Of Miss Blanche Wells.
OF Charles street. fer few days.
George W. Sine. ex-sheriff. arrived In
the city this morning and will be here for
several days.
George W. Hill. who has been at Cam
eron. arrived home yesterday.
Sheriff Pyle, of Mddlebourne, was in
the city to-day on his way home from
Wheeling.
George w Crawford. who has been
spending a few days at his home in
Emlenton, Pa with his mother, returned
to the city this afternoon
j. B. Bremen, of Wheeling. was here
yesterday renewing old aceGairft ances.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
A HoRRIsLE DEED.
Edward Oswald Attempted to Murder His
Eamtiy-Cut His own Throat.

Edward Oswald Attempted to Murder His
Eamly-Cut His Own Throat.
CAMDEN. n. j., April 25.-Edward Os-
waId an instrument maker aged . years,
early this morning stabbed to death his
wife Mary, aged 26 years, and their six
year-etd daughter Gussie at their home,
962 jefferson avenue. Ceutrevilie. a suburb
of this city. He then cut his throat and
was taken to the Cooper hospital, where
he is not expected to i've
The tragedy was the most shocking that
has occurred IN this city for years. The
couple came to live here about three
weeks ago from Philadelphia. where the
husband was employed Apparently their
domestic reIa tons were happy. About 3
O'Clock this morning next-door ne.ghbor
heard Mrs. Oswald scream. She was
hanging half way out of a window with
blood flowing from weand in her breast
She said her husband had attacked her
and her two children with d bread knife.
but that one of the latter had escaped
The door was broken open and Mrs. Os-
waid ran out with her dead child in her
arms ard fell dead as she reached the
sidewalk.
Upon entering the house Oswald was
found under the bed with gaping wound
in his throat He resisted arrest and was
beaten into submission and removed 10
the hospital. 1t is believed he s,-came
suddenly insane during the night
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
BRIDGEPORT.

Mrs. Houser, of Cadiz, is the guest
of her son here.
Joseph Loe is home from a business
trip to Pittsburg.
Squire Clemans has opened grocery
on Howard street.
A. G. Mclaughlin is home from a
Western business trip.
Miss Carrie Graham is visiting
friends at Lisbon, O., for a few days.
The c., l.. G W., pay car will be
down over this end of the line to-day.
Rev. J. A. Donahey was at Cam
bridge, O., yesterday, attending a meet
ing of the st. Clairsville Presbytery.
David Denham, of Dundee, Mich, left
for home yesterday, after several
weeks visit with his brother, j. H. Den
ham.
Mayor Neininger fined Will Sells 81
and costs Monday evening on the
charge Of cruelty TO animals, preferred
against him by A. J. Barger.
But one box of cigars bearing the
counterfeit stamps was found in town
yesterday by Special United States
Officer Connolly. This one was at Geo
Citizens grocery.
Murray's Uncle Toms Cabin" COM
pany, which gave such excellent salts
faction to the large audience at the
Opera House Monday evening, will
probably play a return engagement.
The employees of the B., B. & M. F
road were expected to come out last
night. The men were at loss all day
yesterday what to do, and intended to
continue working until notice Of a
boycott on the road was served on
them.
To-day at high noon Miss Matte
the accomplished daughter of Mr.. Geo
Medill, of Brookside, and Mr.. John W
Goodwin, prominent and well-to-do
young business man of East Liverpool
will be united in marriage at the
home of the bride by Rev. j. A. Dona-
hey, pastor of the Kirkwood Presbyter-
ian church The wedding will be of a
quiet, home-like nature, only few in
innate friends outside the families to
which the principals belong being in
Vited.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
MISCELLANEOUS.

An auctioreer's license was granted
to G. S. Greer.
The first annual report of the City
Engineer was laid on the desks of
members. 1t was referred to Streets.
Alleys and Grades Committee to report.
The report is very complete, and makes
ffty-two printed pages.
The ordinance permitting the city to
waive its exemption from garnishment
IN cases when an employee has contract
ed a debt while in city employ, was
passed in the Second Branch. In the
First Mr.. Chew suggested an amend
ment, and the measure went over for
examination by the Solicitor.
The Board of Public Works submitted
an ordinance amending rule II of the
Board, referring to digging or breaking
open the streets and alleys, the storage
OF building material, ETC., on the streets,
etc, without a permit. It went to the
Ordinance Committee.
The Board of Education submitted
q resolution asking that no liquor Ii
censes be granted within two hundred
feet Of any school. As the licenses had
already been granted 1t was too late
tor this year. The matter was laid on
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
WHAT OTHERS SAY.


The words Of Friends are 0cnuine and
Reliable.
1t Is easy for people to talk about them
selves and state what they may have dene,
but It is far better to have other people
speak for you. The words which foIow
are the frank expressions of people who
know of what they speak.
Mr.. John K. Chase, Amesbury. Mass.
says: For some SIX years past+my wife
has been suffering from nervous prostra-
ton. For years she was troubled with IN
sonnia and nothing recommended by the
most eminent physicians would induce
sleep Under the advice of physicians she
recently tried Duffy's Malt Whiskey in
small quantities and with the most salts
factory results. While Mrs. Chase has
always been staunch in her temperance
principles and consistent in practice, she
has no hesitation in recommending to in
valids who need a gentle sti-nuiant Duffy s
Pure Malt Whiskey.''
E. c. Avila. of the Brooklyn association
for improving the condition of the poor,
says: Il have used Duffy's Matt Whis-
key for the past two years, having suf-
fered from severe headaches and nervous
prostration. 1 have been very much re-
lieved by the use of the whiskey and have
gained seventeen pounds in weight"
The above statements speak for them
selves.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26

the table, Mr.. Miller desiring to debate
1t, but being shut OF.
A number of street improvement res
olutions went to the Finance Commit
tee.
A resolution by Mr.. Megrail relating
to bathing in the river. and requiring
the use Of bathing suits reaching from
the waist to the knee, was amended
so as to include the creek, and adopted;
and 1T goes to Ordinances to draw on
ordinance.
MIR. Weisgerber offered resolution
calling for soap and towels in the wash
rooms adjoining the Council chambers.
It was adopted, while Mr.. Miller was
on his feet vainly attempting to OBJ
tain recognition.
Mr.. R. T. Chew offered a resolution,
which was adopted, thanking the Chief
of Police and Mayor for services dur
ing the street railway strike.
The knights of st. George were given
permission to use Market hall for drills,
Mr. Miller voting no.
A resolution by Mr. Warehouse, for
a survey of Eleventh and part of
Water streets, to establish a grade. was
adopted.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
PREPARATIONS FOR THE Dl

PREPARATIONS FOR THE DAMS.
Special to the Register.
Washington, D. c., April 25.-Con-
gresham Dovener has received letter
from Maj Bixby, engineer in charge
of the Ohio river improvements, say
| ing that he hopes to let the contracts
for Dams Nos. 13 and Is before the
end Of the summer. Considerable pre-
liminary work is necessary before the
engineers can secure the Typographical
data required as a basis for the con-
tracts. A careful examination will be
made Of the river bed at low water in
order to ascertain the nature of the bot
tom. Drills will be employed for this
purpose. Should the experiments show
rock foundation the cost of the dams
will be reduced by good many thous-
and dollars. On the other hand a gray
ell bed will be more costly TO build on.
These are important items in the eoa-
tracts, and it will take some time TO
make the requisite tests Of the river
bottom Maj. Bixby, however, will
push the work.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
ANOTHER HITCH.

The appropriation ordinance for the
month of May was read the first time
and Mr.. Miller, who had reappcared
asked that the ordinance be printed
and laid on the desks.
The Chair-dow are we going to pay
salaries for May?
Mr.. Miller-I don't know.
The Chair-Pass it over! (And the
gavel went bang!)
A number OF members protested, and
after a wrangle Mr.. Miller receded
from his position and the ordinance
PASSED.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
CITY OF P|ITaBlRe
Slips By tie Ohio Authorities At
Marietta,
WHO WERE WAITING TO TIE HER
UP-MARIETTA BOILER WORKS
CLAIM $500 STILL DUE FOR
THE BOATS BOILERS OTHER
RIVER ITEMS OF INTEREST
PICKED UP ON THE WHARF.

Special to the Register
Marietta, o., April 25.-The sheriff of
Washington county and force of dep
uties waited at the wharf here all last
night to serve attachment papers on
the steamer City of Pittsubrg, but the
case was tipped off at Parkersburg and
the boat passed at o'clock this morn
ing without touching the Ohio shore.
Suit is brought by the Marietta Boiler
Works for $500 alleged to be due on
contract TIE claim is made that the
boat has not entered her trade, being
now on her trial trip only, and subject
to the Ohio statutes and not the mari
time laws of the U8.ed States. 1t is
the first case Of the kind in thirty
years.
The following special from Parkers-
burg on the same topic alleges that the
boat owners purposely avoided touch
ing the Ohio side of the river at Mari
eta.
Before the departure of the City OF
Pittsburg early this morning for Pitts
burg officers here were informed that
the sheriff at Marietta was in waiting
for the boat, intending to re her up
when she touched the wharf there. The
boat arrived at Williamstown. opposite
Marietta, at 5 a. M, transacting all her
business with Marietta at Williams
town and proceeding to Pittsburg. The
boilers of the City of Pittsburg, 1t is
alleged by the owners of the boat, are
not working satisfactorily, and dis
pute arose over the pay, the boiler
| makers getting out the necessary pa
! pers to tie up the boat If she had
| landed at Marietta.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
The marks on the wharf at midnight

The marks on the wharf at midnight
showed the river stationary at feet.
The Jewel leaves the wharf this
morning for Newport and way points.
The Virginia leaves tomorrow
morning for Cincinnati.
A Pittsburg dispatch reports that the
Government has been appealed to to
remove the sunken rails at Merriman,
and the Woodruff will be sent to the
scene of the wreck to do the work.
A rise of several feet will result from
the recent rainfall.
The City of Pittsburg passed up at
5 p. m. yesterday with a good trip.
She made the run from Marietta to
this point, a distance of 81 miles, in a
little over ten hours.
All the locals were in and out on
time yesterday with good trips.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26

ment increasing the tax on Wild West
shows, and it was adopted
Mr.. Miller attempted TO have Section
z amended, but failed ito get recogni-
ton, and the ordinanceAwas read by its
title and passed, Mr.. Miller retiring as
the roll was called.
In the First Branch the ordinance
went over.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
AS TO FRANCHISES.

The following was offered in the
First Branch, and referred to Ordi-
nances:
WHEELING, W. Va, April %. 1890.
ITO His Honor, the Mayor, and City Coun-
ell
Mountaineering Direct Legislation
League No I, of Wheeling, West Va,
respectfully request that your honorable
body do not grant or renew any pubic
franchises of the City of Wheeling, West
Va. nor refund Athe city de0t without first
submitting the same to the legal voters of
sad city for their adoption or rejection,
and would further requesre;he adoption Of
the following resolution:
Resolved, That special committee be
appointed and hereby instructed by sub
committee or otherwise, to inquire into
the feasibility Of applying the principal
of Direct Legislation, through the initia-
tive and the referendum to the legislation
of the city government and to report TO
this Council, by ordinance or otherwise,
the results of said inquiry.
GEORGE w, ROBINSON, Secretary"
1T. a. HOGE, President.
THE RAILWAY STRIKE
ACocio. IiCOiy duu le4tsSl'DV JOlueiS
offered the following:
Resolved, That It be the sense of this
Council tnat we earnestly request the
Wheeling Railway Company to take action
as soon as possible to effect a settlement
of the present trouble existing between
their employees and said company, as it
Is our opinion that the business people of
our city have found it to cause Il stagna-
ton in all branches of business, and for
the good and welfare Of all concerned we
deem it advisable to effect speedy settle
ment. A copy of the foregoing is to be
sent to said Wheeling Railway Company
and we ask that they give it their inmedi-
ate attention"
The resolution was adopted.
Mr.. Healy offered a resolution pro-
vidiEg for special committee of six,
with the Mayor and President Maxwell
added, to attempt to bring about d
settlement of the strike. 1t was adopt
ed The Second Branch members are
Messrs. Healy, Ratcliff, McMechen and
President Maxwell. In the First Branch
the members are Waterhouse, Chew,
McKelvey aud Mr.. Mayor.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
NO OTHER COURSE OPEN.
Countess Esterhazy Tells Her Reasons for
Seeking a Divorce.

PARIS. April 25.-Countess ESterhazy
who to-day begun proceedings for a
divorce from Cenamandant C0nte Ferdi-
nand WalsiE EsJerhazy. said that the PUB
iication of her husbands letters to Jules
Roche left her no other course. She would
have forgiven him the run and disgrace
he had so undeservediy brought upon her
self ard her daughters. bur row that he
had published degrading. groun<a.ess de-
tails Of her bodily infrulities as an excuse
for his own dissipation ard had a 80 linked
her name ANONYMOUSLY with that OF Gen.
Giovan.neiH. she could no longer refrain
from taking the present step.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
MARKS FROM ABOVE.

STEUBENVILLE feet inches
and falling. Clear and warm.
WARRI1N-River 1 foot inches. Fair
and warm.
MCEiGA NTOWN-River feet inches
and rising. Cloudy and warm.
OIL CTfY-River 2 feet l inch and fan
ing. Cloudy and warm.
GREENSBORO feet 5 inches
and rising. Cloudy and warm.
BROWNtJVILLE-River feet 3 inches
and stationary.
PTTTSBURG-River feet and rising.
Raining and cool.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
BURNED TO DEATH.

Special to the Register.
Kingwood, w. Va, April 25.-Last
Saturday Miss Meade Moore burned to
death in the county infirmary here
They had fire out in the yard under
a kettle. and from this Miss Moore S
clothes ignited and she was burned
crisp
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY

New York, April 25.-Natives of
Pennsylvania now living in New York
met tonight in the Waldorf Astoria
Hotel, founded the Pennsylvania So
ciety, elected officers and dined. About
IS well-known New Workers were pres
ent.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
TO-DAY,S BOATS.

Charleston, kanawha. $50 a. m.
Newport, Jewel, Ii a m
PittS,burg, Ben Hur. 2 p. m.
SteuibenVille, H. VI. Bayne. 2:30 p. m.
Darlington, Leroy, $3.50 p. m.
Sistersviile, Ruth, $50 p. m.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-04-26
TO-MOrRtROW's PACKETS

Pittsburg, Lorena, 4 a. m.
Cincinnati. Virginia, a. m.
Matamoras, Lexington, IL a. m.
Parkersburg Ben Hur. Il a. m.
Slteubenvihe. T. NJ. Bayne ESQ 2. m
Clar.ngton, Leroy, $50 p. m.
Sistersville, Ruth, $3.50 p. m.