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Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
A EsoAPE
From a Fire at McUechen's Factory,
Yesterday.

4uehGAaoJs
At 1880 o'clock yesterday forenoon,
the force at the plant Of the George h.
McMechen & Son Company, in the East
End, were in a state Of excitement.
There had been an evident attempt
to set the works, which gives employ
ment to ITO persons, on fire, in broad
daylight, making the boldest attempt
at inc%eudiarism yet reported in the city.
Edward Sylvis, shipping clerk, went
to the Terminal switch at the south end
Of the factory, TO inspect a car which
was being loaded. He was alarmed to
see a blaze there, four feet high, near
the railroad ties, and not two feet from
the frame glassware room, which Is
Joined to the entire works. Mr.. SylviS
and another emplOYe dashed water onto
the blaze and put 1t out. The manage
ment and the Office force was then noti-
fed, and were in the midst of the ex-
element when a REGISTER reporter ar
rived at the Office.
IL was the general opinion, when
learned, were developed, that some one
the facts, as far as they could be
had made the fire %purposely.
Two boys reported to the manage
mdnt that they had seen a tall man,
S|habbily dressed, wearing a soft hat,
20 there and start the fire. They said
he then walked up the railroad.
Ii was st first thought by some that
the man had made the ere to get warm,
but this idea was dispelled when it was
remembered that the day was not cold
and that the man could have warmed
himself at the boilers. Besides he had
to get under the trestle in a STOPPING
attitude TO start the blaze.
The boys saw him get hoops and bar
rel heads and make the fire in h cautious
manner and leave it as soon as it was
fairly started.
William b. McMechen of the firm
said: Had it been during the night, our
factory would doubtless have been
burRed and all the fiEemen and engi-
neers of the city could not have saved
the plant had II caught the warehouse,
which was out two feet from the blaze.
] consider il q remarkable escape from
a Dig FIRE. Icanuot see what the inten-
tion was clearly, if il was not to set fire
70 our works. But 1 cannot realize
that any one would be so base now
adays."
George K. McMechen, the head Of the
firm, stated that il would DO q bad StaJs
/ OF affairs, if it were necessary TO place
a day Waterman over the plant.
Whatever the fire builders intentions
were, they we're Of a decidedly suspi-
/ ciOus character.
George K. McMechen called at the
| REGISTER Office, and said the firm offers
S25 reward for the apprehension Of the
man who started the ire.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
rnrchnd Wlth sympathx.

Frances Eiche, OF Baltimore, a we'll
dressed German, was found neal the
lower Benwood mill q few days ago,
suffering from hunger and fatigue, and
unable to walk. This gentleman, aged
about fifty years, had every mark OF re-
spectibility. Constable Charles Sprouts
found him, and he was taken TO the
city building in Benwood. Medical aid
was summoned, and Rev. Boecele'
was called as interpreter, as
the stranger could not talk
a word of English. His
story was learned. II was, that
he was a blower, but was thrown out OF
work by the depression. He had jour
neved to Cincinnati but could find no
employment. He started for Wheeling,
and walked all the way to Benwood,
where he became exhausted. The Ger
man had walked two days and nights
without bread, hoping to get to Balti-
more in time TO spend Christmas with.
his wife and children. The kind heart
ed men surrounding him and Rev. Boo
cele, Constable Sprouts and Marshall
Goecke started to canvass the town for
money to take him TO mis- family. This
amount was secured, the wayfarer was
put on a through B. g. o. train. After
all hs will be with his dear ones on
Christmas.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
Other Accidents.

A few DAYS ago, Thomas Murrin, OF
the Eighth ward, had his foot badly
mashed, while at his work at the Riv-
erside plate mill.
A little daughter, aged ten years, Of
Charlie HonecRer, of South Jacob street,
fell at her home a few days ago, and
broke her left arm. DR.. Ford dressed
the injury.
Last Thursday was a bad day for
sprains at McMechen's preserving
works. Joseph O'Keefe sprained his
arm, Wilbur Little his back, and Ed
ward Sylyis his leg.
A man named Fisher, of Pittsburg,
employed on repairs at the Wheeling
steel works, fell about fifteen feet from
the extractor a few days ago and pain
fully cut his leg. Last evening he was
taken to his home.
John Fenier, Of Wood street, East
Wheeling, employed at the ~galvanizing
department at the Whitaker mill, was
badly burned a few days ago. A flash
from a kettle burned his eye, hands and
arms. He is laid up and it is now
thought his eyesight will not be lost.
William Taylor, of Mccullough
street, suffered a painful accident last
Thursday. he was digging coal from
the hill, between this city and Fulton,
and was about twenty feet In the tenn
porary mine. A stone descended, cut
ting a deep cash in his head. In this
condition, and bleeding profusely, be
staggered nearly a quarter OF a mile
into the city. till he fell on the street.
He was picked up and medical aid
dressed his injuries.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
TaE WILL SUSTAINED.
Verdict in the Case of Jordan v. Kahn
Other Court News.

Verdict in the Case of Jordan v. Aain'
Other Court News.
Before Judge PAUL, yesterday, In the
case of Jordan, administrator, v. j. j.
Kain, being an effort to break the VIII
of the late James Murphy, there wal a
verdict, late yesterday afternoon, In
favor OF sustaining the will. The jury
was out about two hours and a hall,
and there were indications that it was
a disagreement, when, ABOUT haif-past
five, the twelve men came into Court TO
enquire about certain testimony relating
to an alleged desire Of the part OF Mr.
Murphy, before mis- death, to make a
change in the will. The Court said the
evidence might go out, which cleared
up the situation to the jury, and there
was a verdict for the defense. The case
will be appealed to the Supreme Court
The case Of Holiday & Son v. Shrake
Sc Co., was put on trial. i.
Before Judge Campbell, the case oil
WILDER Jacob v. Bsltz, Fading d Co.,
was continued generally, and the case
OF Joseph Elson, assignee, v. WOOD
Bros. Planning Mill Co., was continued
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
NEW BISHOP CHOSEN.
REV. P. J.. DOSAHUB, RECTOR OF TIE BAL
uMORE CATHEDRAL, APPOINTED
According TO Information Received in BALI
mors-Syscial. Christmas SsrVics-OIhsr
Religious Matters.

The following Associated Press tells
gram was received at the REGISTER Of
fee last night:
BALTIMORE, Nd. December 92.-ln-
formation has been received OF the ap-
polntment Of Rev. P. ]. Donahue, the
rector Of the Cathedral, to be Bishop OF
Wheeling to succeed Rt. Rev. j. j..
Kahn, D. D., who was recently made
Archbishop Of ST. Louis. The official
announcement OF Father Donahue's
elevation TO the diocese Of Wheeling Is
expected in q short time"
A REGISTER reporter called at the
Cathedral residence, but the report was
not confirmed. BIT. Rev. Mgr. Sullivan
received no telegram or other commu-
%nication conveying the information, but
the clergy reported the news as very
probable. The fact it was not confirm
ed by letter or telegram from Baltimore,
is not significant. inasmuch as the news
OF the appointment does not come om-
cially.
AS rector of the Cathedral in Balti-
more. Father Dsnahue is very closely
connected with Ills Eminence Cardinal
James Gibbons. He is well qualified
for the position In every respect. DE
is said to be a nan of broad education,
liberal views ard a good t~heologian.
Before entering the priesthood he prac-
ticed law In Washington, d. c. Asa
speaker he is logical, interesting and az
times eloquent. Socially he is genial
and courteous. Father Donahue is not
we'll known in this city. He was here
last on the occasion OF the
meeting of the Bishops OF this
Province, about two years ago, when
he accompanied Cardinal Gibbons. de
is in the prime OF life, and as he is said
to be very Jealous aud energetic, 1t may
be safely said that the interest OF the
Church in this diocese will be well
guarded and conducted.
If the appointment OF Father Donahue
Is officially confirmed by later news
from Rome, IL is not probable hat he
will be raised to the Bishopric before
next Easter, az it usually requires
three mouths for a priest to make the
necessary arrangements. The cere-
mony will probably take place In the
Cathedral in this city.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
nther Religion. Matters.

Rev. DR.. A. +. Riker, pastor OF the
Fourth Street NJ. e. Church, is indis-
posed.
The new monastery at ST. Alphonsus
Church, will be completed and ready
for occupancy within a few weeks.
Rev. DIR. w. II. Cooke, pastor Of the
Second Presbyterian Church, is spend
ing the holidays with friends in Baltl-
more.
RI. Rev. Mgr. j. 7. Sullivan is i'm
proved in health, but Is still spending
most of his time at the North Wheeling
Hospital.
Rev. c. L. Kleeberger, OF New York
State. has been the guest for 4 few days
OF Rev. w. II. Hayden, OF the First
Christian Church.
The Sabbath School Of the Thomson
NJ. z. Church will render an excellent
on Christmas evening, for
the benefit OF the poor.
To- morrow evening Rev. DIR. K. r..
Swope will preach a special sermon at
81. Matthew's p. f. Church, to Cyrene
and Wheeling Communicates, Knights
Iemplar. D..
Instead OF the usual Christmas treat
10 the Sabbath school OF the Wesley NJ.
r. Church, donations OF food and cloth
Ing will be made for the benefit OF the
deserving poor.
Rev. James Gifin, Of the Xenia, o.
Theological Seminary. a brother OF Z.
K. Gifin, Of this city, will occupy the
pulpit at the United Presbyterian
Church o-morroW and Monday even
ings.
The union meeting Of the Epworth
League, which was held Thursday
night at the NJ. E. Church, IN Martins
Ferry, was n OF the most interesting
and profitable union meetings yet held.
Protracted meetings are still held
nightly at the Zane Street NJ. f.
Church, and are being well attended.
There have been, thus far. five conve
sions, and a number Of accesslonS, as q
result OF the meetings.
Tomorrow evening. at the Third
PRESBYTERIAN Church, Rev. C. NJ. Afford
will preach the fifth OF a series Of spe-
cIal sermons upon the characters pres
emit at the trial Of Christ. His theme
will be Judas the Traitor"
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
snnolnl Cnrlstmas servIees.

At the English Lutheran church on
Eighteen street, Christmas services will
be conducted tomorrow by Rev. j. E.
Maurer. of Allegheny, Pa, who will
preach morning and evening. The
choir under the: direction Of the organ
list. Miss Anna Israel, will render the
following musical programme:
Voluntary Gleey to God in the Highest"
AnthemE"Wak3 oh, MY Soul"
Anthem-"Ange.J' Chorus"
Anthem-"Peace; on Earth"
A special Christmas service will be
rendered by the Sabbath School Mon
day evening.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23

The Martins Ferry md Warrington
Teams to Play fds Charity.

Teams to klaY IO< OnalAS4.
The Martins Ferry Y. NJ. G.. A.
eleven, and the Washington, lPa.l
Athletic team, will meet at the State
Fair Grounds on Christmas afternoon at
2:3O o'clock, and the proceeds will De
devoted to the relief Of the poor OF TINS
city aad vicinity, after expenses OF the
game are deducted. The game should
be witnessed by a large crowd, as otn
teams are scracks." Ernest Smith,
haHback of the Lafayette College team,
and Ed. Arbaugh, quarter back OF the
st. Vincent College team, VIII play
with the Martins Ferry eleven.
The Linsly and Richie teams VIII
line up at the old Fair Grounds TINS
afternoon, and an interesting contest
is expected, as the boys have oeen
doing a great deal of practice during
the past few weeks. The Richie team
will be made I'D of the following play
ers: Denter, D. O'Connor; right guard,
j. O'Connor: right tackle, Arkle; right
end, Clark; left guard, Fox; LETT tackle,
Quinn; left end, Graebe; quarter back
and captain. Burt; right half back,
Leverage; left half back, Shafer; iull
back, Bowers. The game will be called
at 800 p. m.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
OR ACCIDENT?
". z. CoNKLs MEETS DEATH UNDER PEOU-
LIAR CIRCUMSTANCES
Struck By a Train Near the 3. & O.. Tunnel,
and Instantly Killsd-Othsr More or
Less Serious Mishspa

W.. Il. Conkle was struck by a train
on the Terminal railway tracks yester-
day afternoon, and instantly killed.
From the evidence adduced at the Cor
oner's inquest, it appears that 1t was a
case Of suicide.
The w. & L. E. train due here at
5:21 o'clock, left Martins Ferry on
time, in charge of Engineer Mike
Greevy. When the train reached a
point Just north OF the B. & o. tunnel,
ON the east bank Of the creek, the en-
gineer noticed three men walking
toward the train. He blew the whistle
and the men stepped off the track. lie
was then surprised to see another mar
get on the track. and move toward the
engine. He did not heed the
whistle, and the engine could not
be checked in time to prevent the shock
ing fatality which followed. The mar
was struck with considerable force and
knocked of the track. When the train
stopped, and the crew picked him up,
life was extinct. He bled from a bad
wound in the head, and a hasty exam
nation of his injuries revealed the fact
that he sustained a fracture OF a leg
and al arm.
The body was brought to the Termin-
al Station and placed in the baggage
room. Coroner Schultz was notified,
and responded promptly. After hearing
the evidence by the trainmen, given
in substance above, he decided a formal
inquest unnecessary, and rendered the
verdict that IT was probably suicide.
The body was recognized as that OF
w. II. Conkle, who was well known
here. and whose last known residence
was 1913 Main street. Conkle was about
AZ years of age, and leaves a divorced
wife and one child, living at present on
Moyston street. He was a member OF
the Eleventh Ohio Cavalry in the civil
war. He was a harness worker by
trade. he was employed at ~Sheppard'S
establishment for three years, and was
last employed last summer at Basher's,
on South Main street. From papers
found on his person, it appears that he
had secured a position in Sandusky, o.,
and trying to reach that city. Conkle
has two brothers living in Moundsvllle,
and another living at 354 Chapline
street.
The funeral arrangements have not
vet been made. The remains were
turned over to Undertaken Frank
Schroeder and prepared for burial.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
small Blaze.

What came near being a disastrous
fire took place about i've o'clock yester-
day afternoon at Feinler's shoe store,
on Market street. While the windows
were being lighted some drapery caught
fire. and ia a moment was all aolaze'
Bystauders assisted ia eX~tinguishlng
the fire before it was communicated to
the woodwork. No alarm was sent In.
The damage was sight
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
RUNNING TIE WATER WORKS PUMPS
The Machinery in the Old station stopped
Yesterday.

The Machinery in the Old Station stopped
Yesterday.
For the first time in 10 these many
years, the machinery in the old water
works power house, at the foot of
Eighth street, vas entirely stopped,
yesterday, for several hours, and the
city was supplied from the machinery
in the new power house, located above
the city. Superintendent Varney start
ed up one of the new pumps and threw
the water directly into the old reservoir,
and the machinery worked very
smoothly and well. Some water was
also pumped into the south half OF the
new reservoir, but the north half will
not be used for a time, IS there is a leak
in the upper portion of its east wall,
which can't well be fixed until spring.
The Superintendent thinks this leak
was caused by the reservoir standing
empty, exposed TO the elements, for so
long, and says repairs can readily be
made. The south half he reports prac-
tically water tight.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
rObaooo Worker, Lee umeers.

At the recent meeting OF the Tobacco
Workers Of Bloch Bros. the following
officers were elected for six months
President, Chas. Veneman; Vice Presi-
dent, Sena Kraft; Treasurer, William
Hess; Recording Secretary, John Haga-
dorm; Financial Secretary, Joseph
Fisher; Conductor, John Campbell; In
side Guard, Thomas Williams; Outside
Guard, John Veneman.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
Annir.r.arn Celebration.

The Woman S Christian Temperance
Union will celebrate the twentieth an
niversarY Of the organization OF that
society at a meeting which will be
held this afternoon at 3 o'clock at the
Zane Street NJ. E. Church. A pro-
gramme Of music and brief addresses
has beer prepared. and promises TO be
very interesting. The public generally
is invited to attend the meeting.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
nnItn IL lmnrovement

The large travelling ran erected
near the freight depot by the Pennsyi-
vania Railroad Company IS in opera
tioa. It has a capacity for Jra1sfer-
ring twenty tons, and is a big improve
ment. With 10 one man can load 5000
mounds at one lift. Materials for the
new brew house at Reymann's brewery
was the first work done by the new
crane.
They are Proud of 1t.
At its recent rehearsal the Mozart
Singing Society was presented with an
elegant bust of Mozart, made In Ger
many. This piece Of statuary IS e'e-
giant and makes a beautiful adjournment.
Chris Geigler, OF Cleveland, Ohio, a no.
Eel keeper, aud q great friend Of the
Society, made the gift, ami had it or
derod especially for the Mozart's OF
Wheeling. Tne article came by express
ana was consigned 20 Edward HOhreu-
ter. Secretary, who made che speech,
presenting 10 20 the Society. The bust
will adorn che stage at Mozart hall. at
Thirty-eighth and Jacob streets.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
NEWS OF THE DAT.


To-day Is pay day at the City Hall.
The fremen, police and officials will be
paid 90 the extent Of S5,6O6.92, and the
ID. p. w. roll amounts 70 S55l.4l.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
The Teutonias Concert.

The Teutonla Singing Society will
give o grand concert, including a dance,
New Years Eve and morning. AFTER
the concert, which win continue Jili u
o'clock, dancing Will be engaged IN the
remainder OF the night.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
TOMORROW
II will contain Fourteen Pages, which
wi he richly and apprOpri-
ately illustrated.

It's contents will consist OF q vast variety
of good reading suited TO the Holiday sea-
son. In particular there viii be an unusual
amount of illustrations of interest In the
various departments OF this important
issue.
The great Associated Press report,
which is universally conceded as the most
reliable Geographic news service, will APP
pear in the columns of this ~unequaled edi-
ton.
Together with the telegrsphic report
there will be an array Of special kilograms
which in themselves equal the Geographic.
service Of an ordinary newspaper.
The following is an outline OF q few OF
the articles which will appear
A CHRISTMAS STORY WIf4I0UA
WORDS-Illustration.
PILGRIMS ENTERING JERUSALEM
AT CHRISTMAS TIME-Illustration.
VAN TASSEL'S CHRISTMAS DIN
NER-A Timely and Entertaining
Story.
DETROIT DRIVING CLUBS TRACK
"A Notable Race Course in the City OF
the Straits.
OUR IRISH LETTER-Belfast's Great
Linen Industry, with Its Ups and Downs
for Several Centuries. illustrated.
MOOSE AND GRIZZLIES-Big Game
Often Hunts the Yankee Hunter.
THE STAGE-Gossip About Plays and
Players.
A VOCATION FOR WRITERS-Tbe
Theatrical Press Agent.
RIVAL THE SCHAFERS-The Heras
Astonish the Public at a Chicago Thea
tire.
OUT OF THE JAWS OF DEATH
Continuation of the Thrilling Story.
PURELY FEMININE-Some Things
That Are Sure 10 Please the Ladies.
WROTE "SHoRE ACREs"-James A.
Herne the American Apostle OF Ora
matte Realism. illustrated.
ENGLISH WOMEN AS HUNTERS
Knickerbockers Now Take The Place Of
the Horrid Abridged Skirt.
BILL NYE AND vIC-He Writes from
the Queens Drawing Room, Bucking-
ham Palace.
SHRINKAGE IN BIG FORTUNES
Result Of the Recent Panic.
! ROMANCE OF A BOY FIREMAN
Gleauings from a Juvenile Story Of I
New York Fire Department. ILL
trated.
A STRIKING SOCIETY ILLUsTK
TON.
SPORTING NOTES.
AN INTERESTING SECRET SoCI-
ETY. COLUMN.
PARIS FASHIONS-New Suggestions
in Materials and Colors.
PARIS FASHION ILLUSTRATIONS
As TO the Local and Neigh borhood News
features Of the paper. IL is unnecessary TO
say more than that In respect 70 giving
the best account OF latest happenings
The Register is Always in the lie ad.
s8-Dcn't forget 10 get the Sunday
Christmas Edition % the REGISTER.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23

A slick individual has been working
on the Island aud other parts OF the city
representing himself as On employee
Of n. Schultz. His plan was TO take
orders for goods, deliver only q part
and collect for the whole amount.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
Fiction OF Omcers.

Osiris Temple, Ancient Arabic Order
Mobiles Of the Mystic Shrine, at a meet
ing held last night elected the follow
ing officers to serve the ensuing term of
twelve months: Potentate, Frank e..
Mccoy; Chief Of Robban, stephen Wat
erhouse, Jr.; Assistant Robban, W. f..
Schafer; High Priest and prophet, NJ.
r. Wolff; Oriental Guide, John K. List;
Treasurer, w. A, Wilson; Recorder,
Edw. c. Schoen; Representative 20 I'm
perial Council which meets in Denver
next June, NJ. R. Wolff and E. E. Bald
win.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-12-23
Great Day.

The most popular thing In the city
for Christmas is Tin Seal Bread. Yes
terday thirty-four dolls and penknives
we're presented to the little folks VINO
called at the Wheeling Bakery with 100
Tin Seals. We are delighted TO give the
names aDd address.
Tanner Morningstar, No. So Eleventh
street.
Mary Morsko, Benwood, w. Va.
Paul Wingeter, 2420 Chapline street.
Hettie Prosser, 532 Main street.
GLADYS Stewart, Bridgeport, Ohio.
Mary Connolly, Bridgeport, Ohio.
Charles Welshons. Virginia street.
Israel Wright. Martins Ferry, Ohio.
Florence Tobin, 2125 Main street.
Mary Mccain, 81 Fifteenth street.
Raw Thomas, Martins Ferry, Ohio.
Sallie Warden, Martins Ferry, ono.
Agnes Parry, Rayways, Ohio.
Nellie Humphrey, Leatherwood, w.
Va.
Joseph He'll. 81 Alley 90.
Lizzie BRENNAN, 2201 Eoh street.
Mary Markus, 1922 Jacob street.
Emma, Miller, corner Forty-eighth
and Jacob streets.
Lula Gerghty, Benwoo1, w. Va.
Emma Gary, 149 Alley16.
Regina He'll, % Eighteenth street.
Harry lanyard, BeiIaire, Ohio.
Eva X. Smith, ITO McColloch street.
Oscar Wright, Martins Ferry, Ohio.
Lilly Burkhartd, Martins Ferry,
Ohio.
Mabel Huskins, Martins Ferry, Ohio.
Louise Junkins, Martins Ferry, Ohio.
d. Perry Morris, Martins Ferry,
Ohio.
Minnie Kline, Martins Ferry, Ohio.
Ed. Deitsch, Burlington, Ohio.
Phil. Seanard, Burlington, Ohio.
Harry Campbell, Burlington, Ohio.
VII l.. Mum, Fsirmont, w. Va.
The wonderful demand for Tin Seal
Bread has increased the sale until the
bakipgs are enormous. Last night over
1000 loaves were baked for to-day's
trade. The new baking plant has a ca
pacity OF only lO,O 600 loaves, which limit
will soon be reached.