Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1883-09-25
FURTHER PARTICULARS.

FURTHER PARTICULARS.
PITTSBURGH, September 24.-To-mor-
row morning will witness the opening OF
what cannot fail TO be the grandest regatta
ever witnessed in this city, and for
that matter one OF the very best
ever given in this country. The
selection of the Hutton course was certain
Iy very happy hit, for it is doubtful if
| better stretch of water could be found
throughout the entire length Of either Of
the two rivers, while the facilities OF trans
portation are unsurpassed. Hutton, the
scene OF the coming regatta, is modest
village situated on the Allegheny river,
about y miles northeast Of this city. The
Western Pennsylvania Railway follows the
course Of the river along its northern side,
while the Allegheny Valley road passes
along the southern bank. The distance
| from their station to the course is not over
forty rods, but the grand stand is located
Oh the north EN- shore OF the river, though
| ferryboats will be running constantly
| throughout tue week. The starting buoys
ara anchored directly in front of the grand
| stand, from which point the full course to
the turn, one and half miles away, is
| plainly visible, tie river being nearly
straight throughout this distance.
The Surrounding Scenery.
Not the least interesting feature OF the
course is the grand and picturesque scenery
OF the location. From the left bank of the
river the mountains rise to height OF
probably fifteen hundred feet, and these
ancient, rock-riobed hills are covered with
a swarthy growth OF green-clad trees which
seem to have been planted there for the
special purpose Of toning down and lend
ing an air of refinement to their rugged
surroundings. Along the opposite bank
are cultivated fields and cozy farm houses,
which tell in silent yet eloquent terms
their simple story Of thrift and happiness.
The river along the entire course is proba'
bly, one. third Of mile wide, and in strange
contrast TO the dirty, oily river as it flows
through this city. Its waters are as blue
and clear as the imagination can conceive.
But few of the full jeweled oarsmen have
put in an appearance at Hutton as yet.
who are on Hand.
Hosmer and Teemer both arrived early
in the week and took up quarters at the
Blackmore boat house. CUnley and Clator
came next and are sharing the hOspitalities
of the Columbia house. Hamm was the
latest arrival and he is stopping at the
David Kirk boat house along with the
Queen City crew from Buffalo. The vete-
ran crew completes the list of those pres
ent. To-day Riley Ten Eyck Plaisted,
Courtney, Ross, Lee and Elliott will laTrive
from Sodus Point, where they have been
participating in regatta, and go into i'm
mediate training. In a conversation yes
terday with Hamm, the Halifax oarsmaR,
he expressed himself as much pleased with
the course. In speaking Of its advantages
he mentioned the fact that they could de.
pend on smooth water. something that
does not always accompany regattas gwen
on the numerous small lakes OF the COun-
Try, and be was satisfied that fast time
wo uld be made. He is taking hard WORK
each day and will no doubt prove trouble
some in the big race.
A Dangerous Customer.
Conley is quietly regarded as a dangerous
customer by those who have seen him at
his work. One thing is certain, barring a.
Cidenis he will start in the very pink OF
co. dition, and his trainer and backer is
paying the strctest attention to his every
move. Teemer and HoSmer are almost
COZ stantly together when not at work, and
take to each other with an unusual
warmth. TPemer is looking as brown as a
berry and as hard as a flint, and for that
matter he lays over the whole party for
general appearance. There is a percepi-
hle change in his manner since his return
from his summers tour. When he took
his departure he was almost boyish in man
ner and looks, bat coming in contact with
the outside world has had the effect OF
giving him a sophisticated air which is
truly professional in its dignity. The vet.
eran oarSmen attract fair share of atten-
ton, and have already created very fa
vorable impression with the talent. They
are working hard and regular, and take
Their Old Time Positions
With an air Of supreme confidence. The
Queen City crew belong to the silk finish
| fraternity, and great hopes are centered in
! them by their admirers. As has been pre-
viously stated, the course has been sur
| veyed and the buoys put in place, and
nothing now remains to be done. All the
roads entering the city will give excursion
| rates, and immense crowds will no doubt
| witness the great events OF the week.
One OF the pleasing features of the al.
| rsngements is the great regard shown by
| the MANAGEMENT for the comfort and safe
| ~ OF the ladies who may desire to attend.
| A portion OF the grand stand has been set
| aside for their exclusive use, and force OF
! thirty policemen will be present to pre-
serve order and afford prot ction for all,
I especially to the fairer sex. The Altoona
| hand has been engaged for the week and a
| fine musical programme will be rendered
| each day. In fact, nothing has been left
undone, and q week of magnificent sport
can be confidently calculated upon.