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Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24
A VOCATION FOR WRITERS.
The Theatrical Press Agent
BY CLARK STAMFORD.

In common with the uninitiated,
until recently I had, l confess, but
a vague idea Of the duties Of the
theatrical press agent, or Of the in
auence an experienced and energetic
press agent has upon the public in
keeping before it as subject Of com
ment and discussion the favorites Of
the stage. 1 say had" because my
eyes have only recently been opened TO
the adroit methods Of these gentlemen,
and a careful inquiry leads me to be-
lieve that in the field Of advertising
they stand alone in their versatility in
tickling the curiosity OF that mighty
power, "the public" My experience
came abruptly.
"All about Lillian Russell" shrieked
a shrill-vOiced newSbOy under the win
dow Of my hotel room one balmy even
ing last summer.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

The example was contagious. 1t
spread from the rank and file Of the
audacious set TO the demure country
side gentry OF the feminine SORT But
the latter class lodged the brilliant
hues. affecting subdued tones In green
and gray and brown, with dashes OF
brightness by means Of rosettes in club
colors, cap bands and coat pipings.
The first tronser worn was OF the wide
zouaye cut, and over 1t fell plated
skirt nearly TO the ankle. Then the
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

"Ah. yes" came the answer, "but
the press agent of this theater causes
that to be DONE"
1.-THE press agent?"
eyes, the press agent OF. this theater
either wrote that article that's causing
the tongues of half Chicago to wag, or
caused it to be written"
But Is the matter contained in the
article true?"
"Oh, that's immaterial."
"Why is it published then?"
''What are the first principles in
running a newspaper? To give its
readers news and interesting reading
matter. The Lillian Russell article
will be read by more people aud with
greater interest than three-fourths Of
the other matter in the entire paper"
WELL" said 1, that press agent
should be given good percentage of the
S24 that we paid for tickets. For il
it hadn't been for the press agent and
his article my party would not have
been at this theater tonight"
My attention was called to this
genius OF modern theatrical advertis-
ing upon my picking up paper and
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

that OF an enormous iackasS, but judg-
ing from the above stories there is very
little Of the jackass about the Maine
moose.
One Of the largest moose ever shot Ia
Maine or elsewhere was killed In No
Fember In the TobiQue river region by
j. Rowley. curator OF the Museum Of
Natural History, New York city. 1t
will be the monarch OF q group Of seven
moose mounted for exhibition Ia the
museum. This big fellows antlers
spread 50 inches, aud each antler had
IA points.
Some one has said thas the grizzly
bear is 20 the American fauna what
the(Bengal tiger is to that Of Hindoo-
sta = and the lion 20 that OF Central
"a. The statement is we'll founded,
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

Journalist friend Of mine who used to
be on the London press.
what is there about your American
prima donna her that eau ses her
to be so much talked about in the col
umns Of the Chicago papers. 1 see
nothing so remarkably divine about
her," said 1.
@She does nothing in particular to
cause her to be talked about so much, "
replied nv friend.
''But bless my soul, every newsboy
in Chicago tonight IS yelling ner name
and it's in eVerybody's mouth.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24
ENGLISH WOMEN
AS HUNTERS.
NOW TAKE THE PLACE
Of he HOrrid Abridged Skirt-Lurid OOlOrs
Pupular-Chat Concerning Arisocratic DAVID
dlsrs Who Bring Down Cams in Pleasant
Places

LONDON, December 16.-Last year
quite a furry took place on account OF
the appearance of some women in the
field, geared in strikingIy abbreviated
skirts, and mannish jackets and iaunty
caps. They were called immodest and
several other things. A few conserva-
tive danes who had driven out in their
carts, accompanied by their daughters,
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24
PORTLAND STATION.

PORTLAND STATION, o.. December %
Miss Lue Nicely is suffering from an at
tack of grip.
Ex.Sheriff John Moor was in town
Thursday.
Messrs. Clendenuing and Hammond, OF
Short Greek, w. Va, were calling on their
lady friends Sunday evening.
The cantata, "Crowning Of Christmas"
given by the Sabbath school Saturday
evening, was success throughout
John McDeeis nome for the holidays.
A young couple from Long Run whose
parents opposed their marriage were made
happy by Rev. Hoover, Thursday evening,
at the residence of Mr.. Stanard.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

promptly headed for home at the sight
of the brazen show.
But the exhibition of agility, uncon-
cealed and untrammeled, has been pro-
,ductive of startling consequences. For,
a. the first gathering to ride to the
hounds, several young women were on
hand In dark green knickerbockers,
fetching little scarlet coats, and green
velvet vests. and green plush caps tin
seled aud piped with red.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

Although the buffalo is now but a mem
Ory Of the plains, aud although moose,
deer and grizzly bear have dwindled
woeiully in numbers, there is still con-
siderable big game left in Americs for
the ambitious hunters seeking. Deer
abound wherever forests have been pre-
served. There are large numbers Of
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24
The Bicycle Sail.

Every bicycllst will te interested In
the invention OF Charles ID. White, Of
San Bernardo, CAL, who has devised a
method Of attaching a sail TO his safety
wheel. In the past it has been hard To
find a way OF satisfactorily attaching a
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

We have saved our customers thousand
dollars during 1919, and propose 70 keep
We have the largest department stors
state. 1000 70 1905 Main street, y 70
street, and 1901 70 1901 Market stree
entrances - take youF choice. Z
very cepArtmsnt
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24
BARGAINs--E. B. POTTS
E..B.POTT IS
Bargain
Bulletin
Main and Tenth Sts,, ,
WHEELING, W. VA

The Greatest Sale on Rec
cord crowds E. B. Potts Big
Store, at Main and Tenth
Streets, and the boom is in
full blast. Bargains going
like a flash at prices unheard,
of before. 49,
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

It seemed as though they were part Of
the programme.
And so taere hasn't been any shocked
talk worth mentioning, while the mod
ern Diana las rapidly multiplied.
The styh originated. You know,
where all daring Innovations begin-in
Pari sian citkIes Of the questionable half
worlS twas then worn for the pur-
- sracting attention. But II
Of the rig was IS strIb'
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24
MOOSE And GRIZZLIES
BIG GAME THAT OFTEN HUNTS TBE YANKEE
HUNTER.

The Wounded Blk a Bad Fos-Whsn at Bay
Hall Ton Moose 0fsn makes Most Form
liable Charge Upon the Adventurous Sports
man-Ths Grizzly q Dangerous Foe a. Close
QaararS
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

mast to the common bicycle, aud that
was the desideratum. But Mr.. White
has found the means and has already
tried himself with fine success. IL Is
said that number OF cyslIsts are using
the sail and are gratIfisd with the
results.
Mr.. White worked hard with the idea.
The only difficulty experienced was 10
securing the sail firmly TO the wheel.
After several attempts Mr.. White made
a head block, IN which the end OF the
mast was placed and secured. This
block can be removed very easily by
taking of the burrs on Two bolts. When
the sail is removed, the block does not
interfere with The use Of the machine
in any manner. nor has 10 dlspleasIng
look toNhe eye.
Mr. ite's sail Is attached. to a 10
foe and an s-foot boom and
bounds AMI ounces. The
etc Is about $40. II the work
led By ths individual himself.
y one N make sal ard
on the EEL With A few
Aractiee ID WheelrIan can
nanip, 4 eDioytz ride.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

HOUSE FURNISHINGS Table Knives an,
Forks Soc, &c up per dozen. Coffee Mills 90
aud sc. Hand-taws &c. 40. Washb0ar1s
SC up. Al Clothes Wringsrs SLID, Nefth 3 q
Curtain Poles l0c. Improved Window Blind
&c. Tinwafs aud hundreds Of articles q
prices that move the goods and save 20
money.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

TRUNKS AND vALIgEs Our lins large
than ever. Valses az 3yc, 80, 59c, GO o.
Trunks away below combination pflcsl
Don't forget Us on Trunks. AZ We are rirht ia
It and you will pay more money elsewhere
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

UMBRELLAS fsc. coo. go. SIC np Our llns Of
these goods is larger than ever. aud they are
trade winners AZ the price
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

GROCERIES, lbs Granuiated Sugar fors ~
Arbuckle's Coffee &c Arrow coffee 2ls
Grain Pepper &c per pound. Ground Pepper
sc. Cinnamon %. Mustard yc Ginger % o.
spounds for 25c. Baking Powder o.. Eysry.
thing in eur Grocery DspAftm ems a. ca
prices
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

UNDERW FAR ndershirts aud Drawers a.
70. sc. SOC. $50 $50 up We are always below
the market on these goods, a. WEI az every.
thing else.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

OFERCoATS at prices that smash all recorda
Look-s29S FOR a Is % OvercoRI We also
have great bargains at 1851 Si50. $3.50, So IS
Goods.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1893-12-24

LACE CURTAINS At 3oc, 63,, $40 up Orr
Lace Curtain sale IL still going on, and it viii
pay you TO examine before buying
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-04
ROANOkE,s FOURTH.
Elaborate Preparations Being Made-Mrs.
Turner Dead.

HOANOHE, VA, July S.-Speclah.-Yhe
Junior Order United American Mechanics.
who have charge Of the Fourth Of July
celebration here, have completed elabo-
rate preparations for a magnificent, sue
cess Everybody is looking forward to
the Grafton Of Rev. Or. Fair. OF Rich
mond. and the festivities at night. Bust
ness Of every kind will be practically
suspended during the day.
Ex-Judge Wingheld Griffin qualified and
took possession OF the offices Of clerk Of
the County and Circuit Courts Of Roanoke
county SATURDAY. He Appointed SamUel
NJ. White, a Republican. and Edward Nc
Cauey, Democrat and brother Of the
retiring clerk. as his deputies There will
be no contest, as Mr. McCauley, the de-
fNsted csp&ldats, ha4z, v,ite>&cST0 hts NO.
tlce Of contest.
Mrs. Francis Turner OF Franklin coun-
ty, died last night at the residence OF her
son. S. NJ. Turner, commissioner OF the
revenue Tor mis- city. aged ninety three
years. Her remains we're sent to-day TO
Martlnsville, Henry county, her former
home for interment. Mrs. Turner was re-
Inarkably active and bright until, while
visiting her son few weeks ago, She
was stricken down.
| Edward II. Domrely, n prominent citi-
zen and politician Of the city, fell in
Nelson street Saturday night at o'clock
and broke both bones Of his right leg be-
low the knee. This accident was due to
a displaced nag stone. and a suit against
the city will be entered at the next term.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-04
GREAT DAY ron CALIFORNIA.
Four of Her Racers Win at Washington
Park-The Other Winners.

CHICAGO. July at was California
day ct Washington Park, the first four
races going to animals bred on the Pa
clnc coast. Gallndo's victory In the
handicap was very impressive. The
weather was clear and cool. the track
fast and the attendance was 1000.
The longest shot OF the meeting won
In the NTH, sprinting race. Salvation,
Havdee and Crichet were the most fan
cied while Somersault. an imported colt.
belonging TO !. II. SchOenfeld was at
fifty 10 one on the boards. The last
named soon got the lead, and held II to
the end, winning easily. Summaries:
First race maiden two-year-olds, four
and one-half furlongs- Empress Of Nor
folk first. Bankers Daughter second.
Charlie Mcdonald third. Time. SO 81.
Second race. mile and one furlong-Yo
Tambien first. Cicely second. Springa-
way third. Time, 153 81.
Third race. one mile-Rover first Sir
Walter Raleigh second, Forest Rose
third. Time. 142 IA.
Fourth race. handicap, $1,000 added
mile and q quarter-G alindo first. Joe
Blackburn second, Riley third. Time,
2.oG y.
Fifth race. six acknowledgements
first. Miles Standish second, Crochet
third Time. IA 10
Sixth race. maiden two-year-oids, four
and one-half fnrlongS-{ing David first,
Salvador second, NutwoOd third. Time,
s. 81
Seventh race. six furlopgs-R oslyn first
Sunshine WhiSky second, First Ward
third. Time 1IS ID
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-04
TIME MEN KILLED.
Fatal Explosion the Result of the Fire a
the Torpedo station.

NEWFORT, 4. l., 5ufy S.-Fire broke
out to-day in the gun cotton factory at
the Government torpedo station on Goat
Island. Most Of the gun cotton was re-
novel f1om the OuMMng, Dut before me
removal was completed the fire reached
a small quantity remaining, and IT ex-
ploded. Frank Loughlin and jeremiah
Harrison. employees IN the gun cotton FAC
tory, were kined. and Michael Reagan,
John T. Harrington, Ensign Capeheart
and several others whose names are not
yet learned. were injured. Capehearts
Injuries are not serious All the other IN
jured and the two men killed are citi-
zen employees, and residents Of Newport.
The gun cotton building was leyelled 10
the ground
Three kuted. Ie1euotah Harrican> Frank
Loughlin and Michael Reagan; half a
score injured and the gun cotton factory
burned down TO the very sills, IS the re-
suit OF the fire az the torpedo station
this afternoon. 80 reliable estimate 81
the money value Of the plant is yet OBJ
tainable. How the fire originated Is still
a mystery. The explosion did not take
place until after a general alarm had
been rung on me stafOn lire alarm, ana
the whole fire force OF nearly one hun
dred men was gathered close about the
building. The fire started In the north
end Of the building on the west side,
vs1ile the explosion occurred on the east
side at north end. The injured men were
all working upon n hose close 10 the
building. when apparently the whole side
vas blown out fnto the midst OF q score
OF men.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-04
ADMIRAL throws BLUNDER.
II Is Said He Was Just Recovering From
an Attack of illness

LONDON. July 3.-Am the newspapers
to-day publish long editorials on the
subject of the Victoria disaster. pnd all
warn the public to suspend judgment on
the matter until the result OF the court
martial to be held in the case shall have
been made known.
The newspapers admit that Admiral
Tryon blundered in giving the order he
did for the manOeuvres that led to the
accident. and state that he further blum
dered when ne signaned to the vessels Of
the squadron not TO lower their boats.
which they were upon the point Of doing
for the purpose of going 10 the rescue OF
those on the Victoria. some Of the wri-
tiers attribute the Nice-Admisal's error
TO the fact that he was just recovering
from an attack Of sickness.
The Admiralty has decided to convene
Immediately court-maruai to sit at
Malta 20 inquire into the loss OF the bat
tle-ship Victoria.
The relatives Of the survivors are get
ting letters I'm which the story Of the dis
aster as told IN these dispatches is re-
peated with little variation.
Some Of the survivors hint that Vice
Admiral Trycn realized his blunder when
too late, aud did not afterward care 10
live.
Amid the general blame Of tho vice
admiral many comments are made upon
the conduct Of other officers I'm 0beymg
an order that was certain 10 result In
collision between the ships. a rule In the
navy provides that a subordinate is not
bound TO obey an order from superior
officer II the execution Of the order Is
certain TO involve an accident
with this rule In view some Of the pa
h..ts h..
action Of Rear Admiral Markham, who
IN his own dispatches shows that he was
fully aware Of the danger attendant upon
the vancouver ordered from the flagship
As a matter OF fact however, the re-
sponsibilty for the disaster cannot be
placed until n court-martal hears the
evidence in the case and renders It's de-
cision.
The fund being raised by Lord Mayor
Stuart Knnl for the beneflt OF the fam
lilies Of those who lost their lives through
the laundering of the Victoria now
| amounts to 10000 ($lt000W.
| Numerous private letters concerning
| the sinking OF the Victoria have been re-
| ceived from sailors of the Mediterranean
fleet. one sailor. who was on one OF the
! smaller vessels, writes. in reference to
Admiral TryOn's signal:
| 1--WE all stood amazed at such n signal,
| knowing very well that there was not
| room for the ships 10 turn. but the
orders had 70 be obeyed. Although the
| vessel was sinking under him. Tryon
signallcd refusing boats. May I never
see such a case Of wholesale murder
/ again.
1--WE saw the men fall IN nj com
mand four deep on the forecastle, tin
the water reached their feet. They then
received orders 10 fail I'm on the quarter
| deck. An the time they never attempted
/ 70 go near the boats. This viii show You
how naval discipline is ground into peo-
pie. The whole fleet could see the poor
fellows standing in perfect order. quietly
| drowning I'm their ranks
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-04
LIGHTNING'S QUEER PRANKS.
A Negro Killed While Another Close by
Escapes-Another Remarkable Escape.

OXFORD, =. c. Jmy 3.-Speclal.-
4 severe thunderstorm visited this sec
ton Saturday. Peter Green, a colored
man residing on the farm Of Mr., H. y.
hobgOod. VINO lives six miles from OK
ford. was struck by lightning and in
stantly killed. Another man under the
same roof, and within two feet OF him,
n ifacUl0Hsly escaped uaiHj Hvd
About II o'clock Saturday night the
loudest clap Of thunder ever heard here
occurred. II frightened those who We're
awake and aroused many from their
slsep. The faulty OF Major K. L, SAITH
had narrow escare. Mrs. Smith was
asleep a the time. but was soon awal-
ened by the smell Of burning sulphur.
The house was examined and IL was dis:
covered that < 6eA 6oep. sfrHct. rs NS&t-
ming I'm the most marvellous manner. In
me nursery on the first floor, in which
room several children were accustomed
10 sleep. but were fortunately esewhere,
the MATING was NNYN NlI,, lady - >S>NNNA
and pieces TIN own on the bed. EN1rtly
how this happened is uncertain. but II
Is presumed, as there was a lighfn-ns-
rod on the chimney leading down 20 the
nursery. MAT (NIs room 'wsrs TeaNS'eN SN
that way. The rooms adjoining this We're
occupied by the family. but no electric
shock was experienced by any Of mem.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-04
Ielegraphic Rrerlfles

PIOCHE, n. Y, July 3.-The p,,iio,
vile reduction works were burned ,oste.
day the loss is over 10000; insurance
$780, '''e7'
FRESNO, CAL. July 3.-John so,t,,
the bandit. and partner Of Chris Fvare
died In jail this afternoon from the -
suit OF Injuries in the fght with oen.e..
at Stone Corral several days ago
CHICAGO, July 3.--Fish. joseph & ca d,
dry goods house, on State street va
damaged to-day to the amount % 600 "a
by fire. The store is located I'm the mos,
important business portion OF the cliy
and the fire created great excitement.
QUEENSTOWN, July 3.-Admlral Er.
ben, who IS now az this port. in command
OF the American war-ship Chicago. has
accepted an invitation from the mayor u
Cork 20 visit the agricultural show IN
that city and to meet Lord Houghtoa
yiceroy Of ireland.
WASHINGTON. July 3.-Mr. McAilo.
assistant secretary OF the navy, ler
Washington to-day for months leave
Of absence. lie stops in Philada.pna
where he delivers an address az the pe.
mic and annual games OF the Anci.,,
order Of Hibernians. lie win 20 10 Neg
York tonight, and 10 Newark. \. J.
tomorrow, where he will deliver an
grafton on the ith.
MARION. IND, July 3.-Mrs. John q.
Heath, Miss Daisy Ifummel and Miss
Eva Ohrigh were crossing the Pan Han.
die track here yesterday afternoon. on
their way TO a basket meeting in ne
outskirts OF the city. They We're run
down by the engine OF a passenger train.
going az a terrible speed. Miss Ohres
was killed Instantly. being literally
ground TO pieces. Miss Heath was dan.
gerously injured, and Miss Humme was
also injured, but not severely.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-07-04

persons who secured the money. claiming
that he was the victim OF misplaced con-
fdence: that he was willing 10 suffer the
consequences Of his indscretions.
Recently the facts OF the case have
been Transporting. and 20 set clear the
whole matter. Flood, who Is In Jail,
fnalIv determined to tell the entire story.
The case. after ALL is very simple. and
the deficit occurred as Flood heretofore
claimed. I'm overdrafts, $3.50 900 being paid
"a lanes Cogan, a once well-knOwn stock
broker here. and S35. 600 10 Andrew Wood,
son-fu-law of Senator Stewart. Cogan
u.as n large operator, and established
himself so completely in the confidence
~ officers Of the DOnohoe-Kelly bank,
that he was given large credit. His ac-
count fuctuated greatly. and was some
days largely in his favor, at other times
heavily overdrawn. But the stock mar
ket finally began 10 go stronger against
Cogan, and his overdraft at the bank
reached a very large sum.
Then Flood became alarmed and pressed
Cogan for payment. But he was ready with
promises and explanations, and 10 pro-
tect himself Flood gave him further cred
H. thinking operations would be brought
10 a successful issue and the overdraft
properly covered. But It was not, and
one NIGHT about four years ago Cogan
committed SNcihes as many thbhbhat anu
he owed the bank $4,000.
Flood alone of the officers Of the bank
knew how much had been lost
Woods operations were exactly SINH
lar, though separate from Cogan's. and
he managed 10 get $4,000. Wood was fn-
ally expelled from the stock exchange.
and Flood then realzed that he had been
deceived by both. He managed TO cover
no the deficit by system OF false entries
and false checks and drafts but one
day in February last he was taken UNI
awares by the bank examiners and the
defalcation discovered.
The cashier had In the meantime re-
duced the deficit over $4,000 from his own
resources. Flood seems 70 have MAIN
tanned silence either from quixotic no.
lions that he owed It to Cogan to pro-
tect his memory or because he was
ashamed 10 tell how easily and complete
" he was deceived.
A motion for a new trial is now pending,
and he is IN the meantime In jail, bail
belng denied. II is not known whore
wood IS. az he has been absent from
San Francisco several years re was at
one time, it IS said on the police force In
Seattle.