Today in Wheeling History: May 14--The City of Wheeling held a massive patriotic celebration called "Dewey Day" to honor the American victory at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War, featuring a parade with various organizations and school children, followed by a mass meeting with speeches by notable figures (1898).
On May 14, 1898, Wheeling, West Virginia celebrated "Dewey Day" with a massive parade and patriotic demonstration to honor the American victory at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War. The event attracted tens of thousands of spectators, with the city decorated in flags, bunting, and patriotic displays. The parade, which moved through the city with military precision, started at 2:40 PM and followed a route from Chapline Street to 14th Street, then west to Market Street, north to 9th Street, west to Main Street, south to 27th Street, east to Chapline Street, north to 22nd Street, west to Market Street, and finally up Market Street to 14th Street, ending at the speakers' stand. The parade featured various organizations and societies, including the Linsly Cadets, Uniform Rank Knights of Pythias, Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.), Knights of St. George and St. John, Junior Order of United American Mechanics (Jr. O.U.A.M.), Ancient Order of Hibernians, and the Shield of Honor. School children from institutions such as Ritchie District School, Lincoln School, Madison District School, Washington District School, Centre District School, Webster District School, and Clay District School also participated in the parade. Following the parade, a mass meeting was held at the intersection of Chapline and 14th Streets, with speeches by notable figures such as Congressman B.B. Dovener, Judge H. Hervey, Dr. Charles A. Wingerter, and Bishop P.J. Donahue, who praised the bravery of American soldiers and sailors, condemned Spain's actions, and emphasized the United States' role in fighting for freedom and justice. The celebration showcased the city's unwavering patriotism and support for the war effort, marking a significant moment in Wheeling's history.
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Photo Credits: Library of Congress, Wheeling Sunday Register
On May 14, 1898, Wheeling, West Virginia celebrated "Dewey Day" with a massive parade and patriotic demonstration to honor the American victory at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War. The event attracted tens of thousands of spectators, with the city decorated in flags, bunting, and patriotic displays. The parade, which moved through the city with military precision, started at 2:40 PM and followed a route from Chapline Street to 14th Street, then west to Market Street, north to 9th Street, west to Main Street, south to 27th Street, east to Chapline Street, north to 22nd Street, west to Market Street, and finally up Market Street to 14th Street, ending at the speakers' stand. The parade featured various organizations and societies, including the Linsly Cadets, Uniform Rank Knights of Pythias, Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.), Knights of St. George and St. John, Junior Order of United American Mechanics (Jr. O.U.A.M.), Ancient Order of Hibernians, and the Shield of Honor. School children from institutions such as Ritchie District School, Lincoln School, Madison District School, Washington District School, Centre District School, Webster District School, and Clay District School also participated in the parade. Following the parade, a mass meeting was held at the intersection of Chapline and 14th Streets, with speeches by notable figures such as Congressman B.B. Dovener, Judge H. Hervey, Dr. Charles A. Wingerter, and Bishop P.J. Donahue, who praised the bravery of American soldiers and sailors, condemned Spain's actions, and emphasized the United States' role in fighting for freedom and justice. The celebration showcased the city's unwavering patriotism and support for the war effort, marking a significant moment in Wheeling's history.
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Photo Credits: Library of Congress, Wheeling Sunday Register
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