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The Progress. (Shreveport, La.) 1892-1900, 1898-01-22

That the newspapers Of Shreve-
port are not receiving the support
that they are entitled to receive.
That only the tin bucket bri-
gades will guarantee q solid, sta
BILE growth for our city.
That we need a whole lot Of dy-
namit religion, as Mr.. Vrooman
calls it, in Shreveport.
That ones most potent tempter
is his own evil inclin atoms.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
Fine Diamonds at Auction.
DILLON, WHEAT & HANCHER co.
CAUGHT IN THE ICE.
A Boat Belonging to the Upper Yacht
Ferry Carried Some Distance Down
Stream Yesterday Morning by the
Ice FlOW---Other River Items.

Yesterday morning about II o'clock
a yacht belonging to the upper yacht
ferry company was caught in the ice
foe and carried down stream to point
just below Twelfth street, before it
could be gotten off. The boat was
plying in the regular ferry trade at
the time and had just entered the ice
foe, which was running pretty thick in
the channel. A large cake struck the
boat sideways and lodged carry
ing it down stream. There were
about six or seven passengers in the
boat. The ice is running out of the
Allegheny river and is exceptionally
heavy for this season of the year. A
riverman commenting on the affair
said, that it was very dangerous run
ming yachts through the ice, as a
heavy cake striking boat would be
just as liable to stave her in as not.
The ferry was stopped a while on ac-
count of the ice, but later in the day
they resumed again.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09

An Establishment ON Bridge Street. That
is Certain TO Be Popular.
The delicatesSen store has been OPEN
ed at No. 81, New Bridge Street, rear
of Stone & Thomas, and it promises to
become the most popular establish
ment in its line in the city. 1t has
been fitted up In a thoroughly modern
manner throughout, and with cool
ing room that is a model. The wood
work is all of natural finish. metal
ceilings, oiled floors, and plate glass
windows. It presents most inviting
appearance, appealing particularly to
the careful housewife, with whom
quality and freshness are important
considerations. Indeed, the goods in
the store room are of such palatable
appearance that they may be said to
sell themselves. especially in view of
the fact that the firm, Redeker & Fem
Ter, guarantees lowest market prices.
The delicateSsen store offers the
finest qualities in a line of goods which
embraces Purity, Silver Churn, Elgin,
Dairy, and country and creamery
butter, queen olives. homemade mince
meats, preserves, fresh eggs, poultry,
and all kinds Of game in season. A
call at the store will convince purchas-
ers of the reason for placing particu-
lar stress of quality. Redeker &
Feinler's facilities for obtaining abso-
lutely pure articles are not equalled by
any other dealers in the city.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
BEN WOOD.
Lower Plate Mill 10 Stop for Improve
ments to Be Made-.-Well Known
ard Respected Woman Dies-..Other
BenWOod Notes,

Mrs. Mary Higgins died yesterday
at the home of her daughter, Mrs.
Chas. Wilberts, of the Eighth ward,
Wheeling. Her death was caused by
an attack of apoplexy. She had been
ailing for some time. The deceased
was 62 years of age. She was widely
known and generally beloved. She
will be remembered particularly on ac-
count of her benevolent disposition
shown by frequent acts of kindness
and charity to unfortunates. She was
a consistent Christian and a devout
believer of the Catholic faith. She
leaves FIVE children, John, Edward,
William audi Joseph Higgins, and Mrs.
Chas. Wilberts. Mrs. Higgins remains
were brought to Benwood yesterday to
the home of her son, on Main street.
Druggist 0. o. Gates was in Pittsburg
yesterday buying a stock of holiday
goods.
Mrs. VIM. Morris is quite i'll.
Richard Wright and Chas. Giesey, of
Wheeling, and ]. w. Adams, of
Georgetown, O., were in town yester-
day and called upon their friend, Drug
gist w. c. Burris.
The fact of the pudding department
of the lower mill closing down was
published in yesterdays Register. The
plate mill will run about two weeks
longer and will also shut down. Dur
ing the time that it will be idle the
furnaces will be enlarged and other re-
pairs will be made. 1t is likely that
the shut down of the lower works will
continue for a number of weeks.
G. G. Pabst. member of the Pabst
Brewing Co.. of Milwaukee, was in
town yesterday with one of the repre-
sentatives Of the firm, George Parker,
and called upon the local agent, w. P.
Curran. While in town the gentlemen
visited the manufactures.
J. J. Maule's saloon was closed yes
terday on a distress warrant issued in
favor of w. P. Curran. owner of the
property. An effort is being made to
have the matter adjusted and to re-
open the saloon.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
that sure favorite of many seasons
does Mullen's opposite as MIR. POODLE


The most popular of the many melo-
dramas for which the late Spanish
American war furnished the theme, Is
"Cuba's Vow" which witnessed its in
itial presentation to a Wheeling audi
ence at the Grand Opera House last
night. There are many thrilling situa-
tons in the play, and they appeal par
ticularly toNthe patriotic sentiments.
The story is interesting and we'll told,
and the company presenting it is capa-
BILE in every respect From a scenic
standpoint, the production is remark
able, the special effects being very re-
alistie. and none of the stock scenery
being used. The sinking of the Merri-
mac and destruction of Cervera's fleet
was marvellous piece of stage realism.
The play will be presented tonight.
and the engagement will close with
matinee and evening performances to-
morrow.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
BELLAIRE.
Frame House D, stroyed by Fire Yes
terday-.-K. of P. Convention Opens
To-Day With a Parade-.-Ot
Bellaira Notes.

There was a disastrous fire in Rellaire
yesterday afternoon about three o'clock.
The frame residence of S. Crow at the end
of the B. & o. bridge, Rose Hill. caught
fire from defective hue. A strong wind
was blowing and the fire got beyond con-
troll of the firemen. 1t was destroyed
There was no insurance on the building
and the loss is estimated to be over $3.50.
The visiting knights of Pythias are
gathering for the big convention to be
held here to-day. A large number OF
Knights will be in attendance and will
practically own the town for one day at
least. The grand lodge officers arrived
last night. A meeting for work was held
in the hall last evening and was attended
by large number of members of the or
der. A number were present from Wheel
ing and vicinity. This afternoon, if the
weather permits the Knights, headed by
Arlington division band, will make a
short parade, starting at one o'clock.
They will form on Belmont street in front
of odd Fellows hall, facing north. and
march to Thirty-sevepth, thence to
Guernsey. south on Guernsey to Thirty
first, east on Thirty-first TO Union. north
en- Union to Thirty-second, west on Thir-
ty-second to Belmont, thence north to
their hall, where the convention will con-
vene. In the evening there will be dane
ing at Armory hall, to music furnished by
the X. of P. orchestra. Only Knights and
their ladies will be admitted to the ball.
Lawrence Dubois. who enlisted in the
government signal corps, has received his
discharge and has returned home.
c. 3. Wright, of Belmont, has been APP
pointed infrmary director by the board Of
commissioners. to serve during the interim
from January 1st to September 1st. Va
cancies exist in county offices during this
period on account of the new State law
changing the beginning Of county officers
terms from the first of January to the
first of September Mr.. Wright was in
Urinary director several years ago and
filed the office very satisfactorily.
Mrs. James Fitton. of the Third ward,
is visiting her parents in GAINESVILLE.
Mrs. George Squiggins has returned to
Pittsburg after a visit with relatives here.
Miss Mary Whelan has returned to
Colorado for the benefit of her health.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
DEMOCRATS.
Democratic City Executive Committee
Asks for Candidates to Meet With
It Next Monday Evoning..F. Il.
LANCE for Mayor.

The Democratic City Executive Com
mittee will meet next Monday evening
at No. 1903 Market street, upstairs,
and requests that all candidates for
nominations on the Democratic ticket
attend for the purpose of making nee
essary preliminary arrangements for
the suggestion meetings and primaries.
The dates for these have been set by
the committee but owing to the large
number of candidates that have been
mentioned for the various city offices,
it is necessary for the committee to
formulate list of names of those
who are to be suggested and placed in
nomination. The committe desires
that all candidates be present or rep
resented.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
SUNDAYS REHEARSAL.

Following is the programme to be rem
dered by the Wheeling fCpera House Or
chestra at the Arion Sunday evening:
March-''Lincoln Park ....Wannemacher
Overture-"S emira mide' .-.-...... Rossini
(a) Sextette from Lucia di Lammer-
OBJ rssetta-+Tarantelle'' ........Arditti
Excerpts from Victor Herbert's new
comic opera-''The Fortune Teller
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS by o. Langley
Flute Solo-"My Lodging is on the
Cold Cold Ground. by Cox
Ssoloist. MIR. John Humi
Plantation Melodies-.Down the Line
Introducing: i. Captain Of the Coon
town Guards 2 Oh, Susie. s. Cant
bring him back 1. A Shanghai Laying
for a Coon. 5. Honey. Youse Ma Lady
Love. 6. want Them Presents Back.
{. Come. back. Ma Honey. 5. Quar-.
tette. Nanny. g. Melinda Jenkins
Wedding Day. TO- Black Man from
Troy. and Finale. BLACK Annie"
Grand Fantasia from the opera Mar
Intermezzo Sinfonico from .CavaIleria
Rusficana .---.--- GgHi
DESCRIPTIVE March-.On the Levee' Hall
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
IN SOCIETY.

One of the prettiest affairs upon the
winter programme of the popular Mer-
camille Club, is the annual Children's
Hanukah ball. which was given last
evening. The young folks occupied
the floor, and danced merrily from
eight until eleven o'clock, when they
were treated to a splendid supper. At
ter that hour the floor was used by the
adults, who danced until an early hour
this morning.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09

Invasion Of the ring will not stop the con-
Test. Any second 81 outsider who tries 70
enter the ring during the contest will be
Immediately placed under arrest.
The men viii box under Queensberry
rules with the exception that they will
not be permitted to hit in clinches or
breakaways.
After the match had been made. shar-
key had friendly conference with Jim
Corbett, who wished him luck in the fight
and announced his intention of gong to
the Pacific coast to fight Jeffries. Corbett
afterwards sent dispatch to his brother
in California. saying: Il will take on
Jeffries.p Match me to meet him in Feb
rllary"
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09

The Riverside coke plant was start
ed November ed and is still in sue
cessful operation. Owing to the fact
that the Semet, Solvay Co., of SYRIA
cuse, N. Y, built the plant and are
to operate it on trial for year be-
fore it is turned over to the Riverside
company, many people have doubted
that the plant could be successfully
operated. The success that has been
attained has practically set all fears
on that score at rest.
A gentleman in a position to be in
formed states that the new plant at the
Riverside is the best and has given
better satisfaction than any built by
the Semet, Solvay Company, which
has been building coke ovens since
1891. Since it was started there has
not been the slightest hitch or acct
dent. 1t is ,the record Of the company
there has never been man hurt in
operating the different plants which it
has built. The only accident that has
happened since the Riverside plant
was started was the breaking OF cable
on the incline last week which let
down a car containing one OF foremen
and a couple of employees. They
thought their last hour had arrived,
but fortunately escaped unhurt
Thirty ovens at the upper end are
being used and the remainder will be
fired within a week or two. The quail
ity of the coke that has been drawn
from these ovens is said to be as fine
as any coke ever manufactured. The
bi-products of tar, ammonia and gas
have been obtained. The ammonia
has not yet gone through the distil-
lating process and none of it or the
tar has been shipped. The gas OBJ
tanned is consumed in the heat
ing ovens. Pipes have been
connected with the blast fur
mace which will also be supplied
when the other ovens are started.
In the operation of this plant and all
others built by the Semet, Solvay
Company, the greatest secrecy is main
tanned in regard to the details of the
process. Consequently, the cost of the
plant has only been guessed at and the
plans were even kept strictly secret
during the time that the plant was
being built, the details only being
known to the constructing engineer.
A high fence was built around the
plant to keep out all intruders. The
1 4a-,araan1r ta koe all nrecautions to nre-
vent designing persons stealing their
patent or employing spies to learn the
process which they use in manufacture
ing coke.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
THE DAY NURSERY.

The City Union of Kings Daughters in
charge of the Day Nursery publishes a
card of thanks elsewhere in this issue.
Geo. Il, Stifel & Co.'S donation of so will
be kept as the foundation stone for a
building fund. as the Daughters hope to
own their own building. In its new quar-
ters the institution promises to be more
useful and successful than heretofore.
Mrs. Ella Shipmau is the matron.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
Fine Jewelry Of all kinds at Auction.
DILLON, WHEAT & HANCHER co.
DRUGGISTS WAR.

A war has been started among local
druggists. 1t is alleged that the retail
druggists association have compelled
the local wholesale drug firms to re-
fuse to sell to Chas. Goethe, the griev-
ance against the latter being that he
has been cutting prices Mr.. Goethe
says he cannot buy now in the city
but will mot be deferred from making
still further reductions.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09

The name OF F. H. LANCE has been
suggested for the Democratic mayor
atty nomination and the suggestion
has been approved by Democrats and
independent voters in all parts of the
city. Mr.. Lange is a representative
business man and citizen and would
make a strong candidate.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
LOvETT'S BOSTON STARS.

The Lovetts Boston Stars will give
charming concert at the Y. M. c. A.
hall this evening. The company is
highly entertaining. The members are
Miss Rose Ganitz. violinist; Miss Mabel
Hill, ballad singer: Miss Bertha Brew
er, reader. and Mr.. Frank Reynolds,
singer and ghumorist
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
The marks on the wharf OF mi

The marks on the wharf OF mid
night showed feet, falling
The Eloise leaves this morning for
Newport and way points. She is a
fast boat and gives good service.
The government snagboat Woodruff,
passed UP yesterday at II a. m. She
is making for Pittsburg.
From the looks of the weather at
present it looks as il the packets will
have a long enforced idleness on ac-
count of the ice this winter.
There is a coal boat stage in the Big
Kanawha river and about one million
bushels of coal will be brought out on
it, the greater portion of the coal 60
ing to the Cincinnati market
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09

Pittsburgh SIS feet and falling at
the dam. Clear and cold.
Steubenvile-River s feet inches and
falling. Clear and cold.
Oil City-River l foot inches and sta
tionary
BroWnsville-Riyer feet inches and
falling
MorgantoWn-Rive feet inches and
falling. Clear and colder.
Greensboro-River 8 feet and falling
Fair and cold
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
ASK A REOPENING.

Washington, December cardinal
Gibbons in behalf of himself and the
archbishop Of the Catholic Church in
America, has submitted a petition to
Congress asking that the question OF
the contract school system be reopened
and that Congress again go over the
whole subject of Indian education.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
MATCH MADE.
Sharkey and Kid Mccoy to Box January
10, in New York

NEW YORK, December S-Articles of
agreement for a twenty-round boxing con-
test between Tom Sharkey and Kid Nc
Coy, to take place at the Lenox Athletic
Club, this city, on January TO- were
signed to-day by both principals The
men are to box for a purse of s2eoOo and
uity per cent, on all receipts exceeding
$4,000. Tim Hurst was mutually chosen
- referee
IN order that the fight may not result
IN hasoo like the Sharkey-Corbett affair,
the articles provide that the interference
81 any Of the fighters seconds or their
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
Free Lectures.

At the Opera House Sunday, Deem
Der 18th, at 1914 a. M, and 2:3o p. m,
by Charles T. Russell. of Allegheny,
Pa. The subject of lectures will be
of a religio-scientific character, and
all Christian people and every one in
terested in Bible discussion should not
fail to hear Mr.. Russell.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
DOMINO CRACKS.

A large crowd thoroughly enjoyed the
discontinue of a well known attorney
who brides himself on his ability as
domino player, few nights ago. With
his partner, who is equally boastful, he
was defeated in seven consecutive games.
The victors respectfully suggest that he
take course of study under Dominick
Morris,
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
NOTICE
TO ADVERTISERS,

REGISTER advertisers are re.
guested to hand in their adver.
tisements for the SUNDAY
REGISTER, if possible, to-day
or, falling this, as early as pos.
sible tomorrow. to insure in.
sertion and attractive display.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09


The weather yesterday was clear.
and resulted in an increased attendance
at the winter running meeting OF the
Wheeling Jockey Club. An additional
book was put on, increasing the num-
Der Of local books to three. The track
was in fair condition, and all the races
were very stubbornly contested. Judge
Waugh further gained the confidence
of all lovers of honest racing, but his
effort to prevent clear steal In one
race and the prompt punishment OF
Jockey for pulling in another.
During the day the telegraph wires
were kept hot by the transmission OF
tips" to all the pool rooms to play
Blue Ribbon to win in the third race.
In the betting ring at the track Blue
Ribbon was the fayorite, closing at
to 5. There was leak somewhere
and Mr.. Waugh suspected the scheme.
Accordingly before the horses went to
the post he took Kennedy OIL Bessie
Abbott and substituted M. Norris.
Norris road the little bay mare to vie
tory in a very pretty race.
In the six furlong race, Bufkholder
rode Gov. Griggs. who finished second.
and Judge Waugh thought he could
have won easily if Burkholder had per-
noittsd him to do so. Burkholder was
ruled off for the offense of pulling
Summaries.
First race, AZ furlongs. :,
Runaway, 120 lFeeney) l to 2........'''. j
Ensign, lii (Bender) to 1.:.........'.. 2
Time l:olN. Dewey, Ed Murphy, Flush,
Popocrat and Flattering also ran
Second race, 4ig furlongs, 1
WILLIAM M 81 g fM S9rris2 60 to 49,
Time l.o1.. Iiighball, Wanda T. ana
George M. also ran.
Third race, ~ furlongs. -
Blue Ribbon, ia Gynchl 4 to 5......-... z
Helen H, liza (NeWton) to 1.....,.....:: 5
Time loo King Bon, Wiistt9l I'm I'm
Hurst, Alvin Crane and Bahsarius aiso
Fourth race, AZ furlongs.
Humorist, 1T eMurphy) 3 to lo........,. !
Lizzie c., III (E1ynn) ~ 10 L. ...:.'.'''.'' :
John McGarrigle iii Feeney) 10 to l.. 3
Time 1Olal. Jim Blackburn, Fable and
Tally 'Ho also ran.
Fifth race. 6 furlongs'
Back Back 112 CFennimore) to 2....... !
Governor Griggs, 10 CBurkholder) to Z
Unich, 10S (StewarD u to 1........;..;;. j
Time 1:23s4 Oracle, Red Star and Char
muse also ran.
Following are the entries for this after
First race Az furlongs-Imposition lis,
Tim Hurst 1l6, Dutch Buster lL, Advance
rs, Harry C. H. Wistful 10, Fable los,
Popocrat 1G5.
noon: 80.
Second race, Az furlongs-Larissa ~,
Mycellious 112 Alvin Crane liz, Osir III,
Oscar Gardner 1l2, Dewey 49, Red Star
112.
Third race Az furlongs-Billy Duff 1913,
Medica lis, Jim Blackburn 49, Sampson
1ad33 Aida 112. Corn Cob 11S, Judge Warren
Fourth race, Az furlongs-L.ucetta 49,
James Monroe 116, Baritone IL. 112 Re
public lilo, John NoGarrigle 10S, Gallatin
l07. st. Actress 105, Lulu B. 1G5 William
M. 100.
Fifth race a naile-Jews Harp 125. Red
Bird Jr, 1z0, Finwater 11S, j. p. 116,, SUI
sic Howe l0S, Mooyer 10s Candelabra los.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
MARKS FROM BELOW.

Point Pleasant-River al feet and fall
ing. Clear.
Cincinnati-River 1873 feet and rising
Clear.
Cairo-River Ill feet. Clear and colder.
Memphs-Rfver 70 feet and falling
Clear and cool.
Louisville-River rising; feet inches
in canal; ) feet inches on falls: IA feet
inches below locks. Clear and pleasant
EYansville-River lis feet and rising
Clear and cold.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
TO-MORRoW'S PACKETS,

Charleston, Greenwood, $50 a. m.
Cincinnati, VIII j. Cummins, s a. m.
Parkersburg, H. X. eBdford, II a. m.
Matamoras, Lexington, IL a. M
Steubenville, T. NJ. Bayne, 2:20 p. m.
Sistersville, Ruth. $3.50 D. m,
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09

Thomas Maurer will be glad to see
his friends at McNamee's, the jeweler,
1907 Market street.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09

Thomas Manrar will be glad to see
his friends at MoNamee's, the jeweler,
1907 Market street.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
YESTERDAYS DEPARTURES.

Pittsburg, Lorena.
Pittsburg, Greenwood
Cincinnati, Queen City.
Parkersburg, Avalon.
Parkersburg, II. Is. Bedford.
Matamoras, Lexington.
Steubenville. T. M. Bayne.
Darlington, Leroy.
S,istersVille, Ruth.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09
TO-DAY's BOATS.

Pittsburg, Virginia. a. m.
Parkersburg, Ben Hur, II a. m.
Pittsburg, Avalon. s a. m.
Newport, Eloise, II a. m.
Steubenville, T Nj. Bayne, $50 p. m,
Darlington, Leroy, $3.50 p. m.
SistersYille. Ruth. $50 2. m.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1898-12-09

Montana Egg, Mixed and Clean Coal
is the best F. p Jones, Telephone $50.