Phase One began with the removal of layers of wallpaper, newspapers, and cloth from the walls and ceiling.

Room with peeling wallpaper on walls, an old wooden door, and a window showing outside scenery.
Interior of an old house with a wooden door ajar, peeling wallpaper, and a glimpse of a decorated living area with floral wallpaper, wooden furniture, and a stairway.

Hand painted wallpaper.

A sample of the wallpaper layer that was painted with a small blue floral sticker or stencil featuring five petals with dark blue centers.
Torn piece of paper with printed text on background of paper with floral pattern
A weathered and partially torn vintage newspaper clipping with advertisements, including one for a jewelry store that sells diamonds and watches, and mentions about train schedules and Christmas events.
A torn and weathered paper with old newspaper advertisements and articles, partially peeling off a rough, aged wall or surface.
Old, torn paper with faded print advertising for new Hamburgers, shirt printing, and baking power, on a weathered wall.
A room with peeling wallpaper and deteriorating ceiling, visible cracks, and damaged trim surrounding a doorway leading to another room with floral wallpaper, framed photos, and furniture.
A room with peeling wallpaper on the ceiling, an ornate white fireplace mantel, and a mirror above it reflecting a portrait painting. There is a doorway leading to another room visible on the left side.
Interior of a room with peeling and damaged ceiling and walls, an old fireplace with a decorative mirror above it, and a window showing an outdoor view.
A ceiling with peeling wallpaper and exposed plaster, with a ladder and a work light set up underneath.
A piece of old, torn newspaper with remnants of text, surrounded by pink patterned designs on a worn, stained fabric surface.

Newspapers under the layers

Page 4 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Friday, December 14th, 1883

(This is the article in the far left of the cutting.)

Page 2 of the Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, WV on Thursday, January 17th, 1884

Page 2 of the Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, WV on Monday, January 21st, 1884

A torn and aged newspaper fragment partially embedded in dark soil or debris.
Torn and weathered pieces of old newspaper, with visible text and stamps, some parts torn away or faded.

Page 3 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Monday, January 21st, 1884

Page 2 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Friday, December 14th, 1883

A torn piece of newspaper with peeling edges, embedded in a rough, cracked surface with bits of dried paint and ink stains.
Peeling and cracked ceiling in a room with two windows, a framed portrait, and a wooden bookshelf.
A room with peeling wallpaper on the ceiling, two large windows with a view of a street outside, and a framed portrait of a man with a beard and suit hanging on the wall.

Corner section border discovery

Black and white newspaper pages with advertisements for various products and services, including a large ad for seal skin sacques and mittens, and smaller ads for hamburgers, skating, window glass, oysters, and pottery.
An old newspaper article discussing the first paper of Charles Delmonico, describing him as a form of insanity caused by hereditary mental instability, and highlighting his passionate pursuit of wealth. The article mentions other historical figures, events like the Philadelphia Cavalry, and publications such as Harper's Young People and a novel called 'The Mystery of Dickens.' It also discusses the increasing enthusiasm for wealth in America, political speeches, and upcoming literary works.
A vintage newspaper page featuring multiple articles, including headlines such as "May Get After Taylor," "Robbed the Grave," and "Accused 'Mother' Jones," alongside advertisements for shoes and a report on a riot in Scranton, PA.
Old newspaper clipping promoting The Register, a weekly newspaper called Daily, Sunday, Weekly, which is independent and outspoken. The article discusses the newspaper's history, its role in the community, and its significance in West Virginia.
A scanned newspaper article recounting various local news stories, including a church service, a construction project, and a fire at the Kirkwood hotel, alongside advertisements like Dr. Price's flavoring extracts.
A black and white newspaper page with multiple articles and advertisements. The headlines include "ANTIDOTE TO MALARIA," "TUTT'S FAIR DYE," "30 DAYS TRIAL," and "Manhood Restored." There are various text blocks, some with larger bold fonts, and a prominent advertisement for a 30-day trial of a medical or health-related product, featuring small illustrations of a man and woman. The page appears to be old, with densely packed text and classic newspaper layout.
Historical newspaper page with various advertisements and notices, including a drawing promotion, real estate listings, and holiday greeting ads.
Old newspaper advertisement for G. Mandel & Co. at 1124 Main Street, Wheeling, West Virginia, promoting carpets, stock reductions, and carpet closing sale.
Historical newspaper clipping with headlines about court proceedings, a murder case involving Mrs. Rothwell, and a Cupid contest in Paris.

Similar articles found on page 1 of the Moundsville Daily Echo, published in Moundsville, WV on Saturday, April 13th, 1901

Page 4 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Tuesday, January 30th, 1883

This article appeared daily in 1883 and 1884. This is an example of one of the headlines from that period.


Page 4 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Friday, December 14th, 1883

A torn piece of newspaper placed on a textured surface with remnants of old paint, revealing the text underneath.
A collage of torn, overlapping pieces of old newspaper and paper on a textured surface, some areas stained or weathered.

Page 2 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Monday, January 21st, 1884

Page 1 of The Wheeling Daily Intelligencer, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Monday, January 21st, 1884

(The story is the same one except the headings are different.)

Peeling and damaged wallpaper with a partially exposed decorative border on an interior wall.
A newspaper article discussing city council discussions about a liquor license and surplus gas revenue.
A room under renovation with peeling paint on the walls, construction tools and supplies on the table, a green ladder, and two windows letting in natural light.

The layers of wallpaper have been removed.

Empty, dilapidated room with peeling wallpaper, cracked walls, and a damaged ceiling. Two windows with trim are visible, showing a snowy outdoor scene with some decorations on the window panes.
A partially renovated room with a wall marked with several spots and a door covered with plastic secured with blue painter's tape.
A photograph of a corner of a room with cracked and peeling paint on the walls. To the right, a doorway leads to a dining area with a table set for a meal, with plates on the wall and a hanging light fixture.