Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1882-07-28
WHEELING. W. VA. FRIDAY MORNING. JULY 28 1882

scene was one OF enchantment and once
seem produced lasting impression on the
mind The beautiful grounds were iHum-
;nAfed by six of the largest electric lights
and thousand Chinese lanterns hung IN
pyramids from the branches of the grand
sd slms; flags and hand painted banners
waved in the soft evening air. and celored
hahts were thrown on the two fountains,
wHich reflected different hues ON the peo-
plt foliage, grass and plants, which made
NEST beautiful picture.
The next garden party will be given at
the Clarendon, and will be looked forward
to with much anticipation. The hops at
the States and Union have been unusually
well attended, and the door was filled with
dancers who were watched with interest
by the spectators that were seated on every
side of the ball room.
The Principal Improvement
Since last summer is the laying of q rail
rdad from Saratoga to Mt. McGregor, a
mountain nine miles distant, which bids
fdr to become an important attribute to
this city of springs. 1t is 1900 feet above
the sea level, and the scenery is excee dinghy
picturesque. Those suffering from hay
fever should 90 there, for physicians ssy
that the atmosphere is free from prop
critics which cause it, and il will doubt
less become fayorite resort for those trou-
bled With ssthma or hay fever. One OF the
prettiest sheets OF water in the world ls
Saratoga Lake. 1t has been oyershadowed
~ the wonderful springs, or it would have
Mem. OF itself, pleasure resort which
would have been hard to excel IN point OF
natural advantages. Arrangements are
now being made for professional regatta,
to take place there. August 25, in which some
of the most skillful oarsmen will engage.
A purse of 81, 600 will be offered to the..win.
ner of single scull race, either straight
or with turn.
= The saratoga Races
will continue throughout August, and will
be more than of usual interest and excite
ment. A feature of the season is the pres
ence OF large number of young horses
from the West, and during the summer
the best race horses in the country will be
here. The track is in good condition, and
much enthusiasm and excitement is mani
tested by the spectators, who daily assem-
BILE to watch the racing. The third week
of the racing season opened with the defeat
of three of the favorites The winners were
SQUAD Dance, Ada Glenn, Rochester and
Rose.
A letter from Saratoga would not be
complete without speaking OF the wonder
lul MlUeIul CpIibSo' " III eSii W. Why
of the most popular spring in town,
The Hathorn,
which is the center of attraction between
the hours of and Q in the morning, and
during that time $500 go there in single
day, and later in the season a still larger
crowd assemble around this spring. The
Hathorn water is powerful, and seems
suited to all as a morning drink. 1t con-
cn1a nnfQGh
ETC., and is recommended by physicians
in the highest terms as remedy for ague
and stomach and liver ditfic llties. In or
der to catch the best glimpse OF Saratoga
life, 90 down to this spring before break.
fast, and see the people as they pass in and
ont. 1t is amusing and entertaining to
watch the crowd; hear the different re-
marks as they drink the water; see the
various expressions on the faces; study the
phases of human nature; and meet old &C.
quaintances, and one is almost sure OF
meeting them here il they are in town.
The most distinguished and fashionable
persons rise early and visit, the spring be-
fore breakfast bellies OF the season, sedate
elderly ladies, fashionable young men,
authors, artists. politicians, etc, are seen
here, The Hathorn water has an extensive
sale in all parts of the Union, and is noted
for preserving its strength when bottled,
and for being as beneficial as when drank
from the spring. The value OF mineral
waters as a medicine cannot be over esti-
mated, and thousands come to this water.
ing place hoping to recover from their Ill
feelings. Among the
Noted Persons
expected in town the name of Oscar Wilde
stands prominent. He will be here August
10Th. and will lecture in the ball room OF
the Congress. Clara Louise Kellogg
will pass a few days here; Nine. Teresa
Carreno, Mile. Rossini, Signor Brignoli,
Carlo Tornani and other famous musicians
will take part in concerts to be given soon f;
Mr.. VIM. Vanderbilt and family have taken
apartments at the States; the Spanish, Bel
gian, Italian, and Turkish ministers partic-
ipate in all the gaities, and. seem to enjoy
the many attractions of Saratoga. Hon.
John Kelly has been passing few days at
the Union, but was very reticent regarding
political matters.
Barnum's Circus
will be here August 5, and Of course will
be a source OF amusement Bartholomew
educated horses are exhibiting, aud aston
ish all by their feats of knowledge.
There is so much to entertain and give
pleasure that it is impossible to tell all the
amusements which this delightful city OF
springs offers to summer visitors, and OF
whose hospitality 100000 people annually
accept. D. L. d.