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Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER STH.

2;H Trot:-
Windsor, CHI. G., E. p whitcomb Brad
ford, Pa
Onward Silver, t W. Price, Lexington,
KY.
Red Ball, b. g.. j. W. Jones. wellsvile,
r. Y.
Monte Bayard, b. g., Geo. Hopkins, Ak
Domitian, br. g.. j. H. Leonard. acches-
Patsy, B.. b. g., P. ]. Brennan. Brad
dock, Pa.
Thekla, b. M. ]. W. Kinsey. Wheeling,
W. Va.
2:17 Pace
Rosemar, c. g., Jay Refer, Meadvile, Pa.
Biasa, b. G.. LOOMS Bros, Wheeling,
Lucy B., b. M, Geo. W clover, cadiz o.
Eye Wonder, b. g.. H. ]. Msadel, Wheel
ing. w Va.
Fanchion, b. M. a. S. Beyery. Columbus,
Ohio.
Colonel Day, $. g., A. D. Parr, clarks-
burg, w. Va.
W. H. p. br. s., Fred Jamison, Evans
Daisy Elder, g. M. Guy Curry, So solon.
Ohio.
Ferrum. b. G., C. T. Garfield. Chenille o.
Miss Neston, b. M, c. I. Garfield, Glen
vile, Ohio
Cough, Honey. b. g.. Frank olney. New
burg, Ohio.
Happy Caster. b. h., W. L. Rice, Canal
Dover. Ohio
David s. br. g., J. C. Barrett, South
Tattler Burns gr. y. j. w. Jones. Wells
vile. N. Y.
Col. Dick Thompson, b. g., L. B. Murphy,
Columbus, Ohio.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
A PITIABLE CASE.

Last evening a man arrived at the
City Hall with five small children, in
a pitiable case of restitution. His
name was McCIoud. and he was from
Athens, o. His wife died there, and he
started for Morgantown utterly with
out means He came to the City Hall
carrying the youngest child, only two
months old, and with four others aged
two. four, six and seven years, trailing
after him. The police sent them to
the Rescue Home. and from there they
went 10 the home Of Humane Officer
Ecchols, where they remained last
night. To-day steps will be taken to
send them to Morgantown.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
A MORPHINE FIEND.

Mayor Sweeney sent to jail from Po-
lice Court a day or two ago a woman
who has turned out to be a morphia
fiend, and last night was suffering a
good deal as r@ llt of her bad habit.
She could not obtain admission to the
1nflrmary Hospital, as the rule limits
patients to those who have been resi-
dents of this county for year, whereas
she has only been here one month.
What will be done with the woman is
a question.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
THE IDEALS COMING.

The Ideals open their two weeks
engagement at the Grand on Monday
night in Manager John Himmelein's
own production, in the Heart Of the
Storm and theatre-goers Will I'M
doubtedly take advantage of the OPP
portunity to see that great play at
popular prices. The piece defies des-
cription for its effects. They are SO
numerous and varied that they keep
the attention of its auditors pinned to
the top notch of expectation. No pro-
duction has ever been attempted that
calls for the employment OF the known
sciences as does In the Heart OF the
Storm
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
IN SOCIETY.

Cards have been issued by Mrs. Mary
Geane. of Bellaire, announcing the
marriage Of her daughter, Miss Rose,
to DR.. Geo. A. Gantzer, of Bridgeport,
to take place at ST. Johns church,
Wednesday morning, September sixth
Miss Keane is an accomplished society
belle of Bellaire, and late graduate
Of Mt De Chantal, while DR.. Gantzer
is a recent graduate of the Philadelphia
Medical College, who recently located
in Bridgeport. DIR. and Mrs. Gantzer,
after an extended honeymoon abroad,
will be at home to their many friends
at the handsome new residence pur-
chased by the groom on lakewood
Heights.
The mandolin and guitar club, Of the
Eighth ward, formerly the Unknown"
now called "The Dropping Willows"
will be entertained by Miss Stella
Cook at her home on South Jacob
street this evening.
~
Announcement has been made OF the
triple wedding of Mr. William 0gle and
Miss May Colder, Mr.. Thomas Packer
and Miss Lizzie drummer. and Mr..
George Snider and Miss Laura McFar-
land, to take place on Sunday, Sep
TENDER 18th All the parties reside on
the South Side, and the three grooms
are employees of the La Belle tin mills.
Miss Bessie RAIDER rendered very
pleasant reception to quite number OF
her friends upon the lawn at her resid-
ence on the Island last evening. All
in attendance passed mos. delightful
time, INDUCING in various social di-
versions. At the conventional hour
dainty refreshments were partaken Of.
The fall social season in Wellsburg
will be opened by Prof George Del-'
brugge, of Wheeling. 1t will be an elab-
crate affair, and many guests from this
city and vicinity will attend. II will
be given in the city building. Meister's
orchestra has been engaged to furnish
the music. The patronesses viii be
Mesdames Samuel George. j. f. Rat
cliffe, d. w. Baird, Jr., and John
Douglass
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
SUCCESSFUL OPENING.

A big crowd attended the opening Of
the theatrical season of 1S99-1900 at the
Grand Opera House last night. "A
Man of Mystery" was on the boards
It is a melo-drama with hypnotism al
its strong point. The story is novel
new and very interesting. and it is en-
acted by thoroughly competent cast
The company carries all its own seen
cry and the play is splendidIy mounted
The engagement Is for the remainder
Of the week.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH.

2:24 Trot:-
Gertrude M, b. M, John Mccall, Glen
vile. Ohio.
yiyo, B. B. McCarty, Alma, Mich
John Spanker b. G., Curry & Campbell,
Marietta, Ohio.
Major B., b. g., Robt. Hill. McKee's
Rocks, Pa.
Windsor, CHI. G., E. P. Whitcomb Brad
ford, Pa.
Onward Silver, S. c., T. w. Price, Lex
ington, Ky.
. Patsy B., b. h., P. ]. Brennan, Braddock,
Pa.
2:4O Pace
Blasa, b. g., Loomis Bros, Wheeling. w.
Va
Benona Jennings, Root. Hill, Mckee s
Rocks, Pa
Nobby Wilkes, b. s, Thos. Mccain, To-
H. J, P, Dr. g., Fred aJmison, Evans
Birdie Mccoy, b. M, A B. Price Gosh
en-, Ind.
Margaret Wilkes. b. m. P. j. Brennan,
Sarah W. blk M, Tom Lienswisk,
Wheeling, w. Va.
2:17 Trot:-
J: w. c., Dr. s.. Guy Curry. So. Scion,
Ohio.
Una Bell, oh. m. r. c. Beaver, Jewetts-
vile, N. Y.
Jean Lee, b. m, Locust Grove Stock
Farm. New Castle. Pa.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
SOUTH SIDE ACCIDENT.
CaldweIPs Run Man Painfully Injured
Yesterday Afternoon.

Harry Trustler, of Caldwell's Run, met
with very painful accident on the South
Side. yesterday afternoon about four
o'clock. Mr.. Trustler was attempting to
get aboard one of the cars of a moving
freight train, on Water street, below
Twenty-second, when he lost his hold and
was thrown violently to the ground. He
alighted near the track and in such posi-
ton that his right foot was caught in one
of the trucks and badly mashed He also
sustained a number of bad bruises on his
right limb and had quite a narrow escape
from more serious injuries The unfortu-
nate man was taken in the ambulance to
his home and a physician was summoned.
1t is not thought at present that the foot
will have to be amputated.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH.

2:23 Pace
Star Onward. b. s. Ray & waddle.
Wheeling, w Va
XIII Buck Rose. ch. M, Curry & Camp
bell, Marietta, Ohio.
Mcdonald, sr. g., c. A. Mcdonald. Nc
KEGS Rocks, Pa
Fanehion, b. M, A. s. Beverly, Column
bus, Ohio.
Nobby, Wilkes. b. s. Thos. Mccain. To-
ronto, Ohio.
H ], P, br. G., Fred Jamison. Evans
Ferrum, b. g, c. T. Garfield. Chenille. O.
G. II. R.. b. g., ]. E. Schooner, Troy o.
Doctor Fox, b. G., c. H. Brues. Wheel
ing, w. Va
Marion Eddy. b. m, R. c. Beaver. Jew
ettsville n Y
White Wings, $. s., P. j. Brennan. Brad
dock, Pa.
Christobai, 5. g., W, H oatman. Cort-
land, Ohio.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01

2:28 Trot:
Jim Spanker. b. q, Curry q Campbell
Marietta, Ohio.
Improve. CHI. $, Jas. b Wisman. Louis
vile, w. Va.
sonolo Dudley, 5. g., Fred Jamison, Ev.
ans City, Pa.
Klondyke, s g.. A. B Price. Goshen, Ind.
Neya Simmons. b. +, T. w. Price, Lex
ington, KY.
Oneota. S. m, Frank Olney, Newburg, O.
Ferris W. S. m. w. Fl. Tucker, Locust
Grove Stock Farm, New Castle, Pa.
Prince of Darkness, br. g.. J. W. Jones
Wellsvile, N Y
Henirinda, l. B Murphy, Mansfield. O
Frce-for-All Pace
Frank Rysdyk, b. G.. R. c. Beaver, Jew
ettsville, N. Y
.Moonstone. blk M, ]. W. Jones. Wells
vile, n. y.
Effie Pokers. b. M. ]. A Mccormick
Marietta, Ohio
Nichol 6. g, C. A. Mahan, Garfield O.
Gladys, b. m, Guy Curry, So. Scion. o.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
MozARr,s SUNDAY CONCERT.

The double concert feature has
proved such a signal success every time
1t has been given at Mozart Park this
season that the park management has
secured Meister's band to give concerts
next Sunday afternoon and evening.
Two weeks ago this organization scored
great hit at Mozart, and the desire to
hear it again has resulted in next Sun
days attraction.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01

August Carrie. an aged and highly re-
spected citizen, died at his residence on
South Jacob street, died at his residence on
O'Clock. The deceased was substitute
street commissioner of Richie district and
was very well known on the South Side.
where he had resided for a number of
years. He was born in Germany and came
TO this country when young man. He is
survived by wife and three sons and two
daughters, all of whomsa are grown.
The funeral viii take place tomorrow
afternoon at 2:S0 O'Clock. The interment
will be at Mt Zion cemetery
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01

With his suspenders and a piece of
his shirt, Erhardt Zimmerman, of
Martins Ferry, shuffied off into eter-
nifty last evening about twenty minutes
of seven O'Clock, while in jail, waiting
to answer to the charge of wife beat
ing. The reasons for his rash act are
yet to be learned.
Zimmerman, who resided on what is
known as Crawford's Heights, brutally
assaulted and beat his wife several days
days ago, and skipped out, going to
Wheeling. There he was arrested a
few days ago at the instance of the
Martins Ferry authorities. He at first
refused to return without the necessary
papers, but finally was induced to go
back last Tuesday. Squire Kellar be-
ing out of town his hearing was set for
last evening at seven o'clock. Con-
stable Stanton, who arrested him and
whose care he was under. went into
the Jail few minutes before the hour
set for his hearing. to take him up
into the Squire's Office. He could not
see him, the Jail room being dark, ana
going to the cell in which he was lock-
ed, discovered him almost sitting on
the floor of the cell, being suspended
but a few inches with his improvised
rope, which he had fastened TO brace
on the cell bars, dead His body was
still warm, and DR.. A. w. Diven was
Immediately summoned, but the victim
was too far gone for medical assist
ance to be of any use.
The bar which he had strung himself
upon was not as high as his head and
he must have prepared himself secured
and then tried to sit down. slowly
choking himself to death.
He was given his supper at $3.50 and
about 6 o'clock one of the officers was
in the Jail room, and found nothing I'M
usual with the prisoner.
The deceased was of German nation
atty and up until short time ago was
employed in the Aetna-Standard mill,
where he was regarded as good man
to work, although he was greatly al
dicted to the liquor habit.
Coroner Beetham came up from Bell
aire last evening and rendered verdict
in accordance with the facts in the case.
A wife and several children survive
him.
If will be remembered that on Fri
dav morning last, Zimmerman, IN
state of intoxication, returned to his
home from some point in the neighbor-
hood. in time to find his wife preparing
dinner. He questioned her concerning
A crack in the kitchen stove and she
replied that it was very likely due to
the intense heat of the fire. A quarrel
then ensued and as a result Mrs. Zlm-
norman was badly beaten, her right
arm and one of her ribs being broken.
After the assault upon his wife, Zim-
norman disappeared and was found
and put under arrest in this city. as
has been mentioned. The condition OF
Mrs. Zimmerman was at first consid-
cred as being very serious and there
were grave fears that her injuries
would result fatally. At present she is
improving and there are hopes of her
recovery.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01

The Wheeling Park management is
arranging vocal additions to the regu-
lar Sunday concert programmes Cor the
next two weeks. An effort is b<inS
made to secure Chas. Zulauf, OF Pitts
burg, for next Sunday, and for the fol,
lowing Sunday Edmund Yahn, OF C.n-
cinnau, formerly of Wheeling.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01

The pleasant effect and perfect
safety with which ladies may use Syrup
of Figs, under all conditions, makes it
their favorite remedy. To get the
true and genuine article, look for the
name of the California Fig Syrup Co.
printed near the bottom of the pack
age. For sale by all druggists.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
\ CASE Of SUICIDE.
B. Zimmerman, the Wife Beatar, Hanged
Himself

IN HIS CELL AT THE MARTINS
FERRY JAIL, LAST EVENING.
COMMITTED THE RASH DEED
BY MEANS OF HIS SUSPENDERs
AND SHIRT-MRS. ZIMMERMAN,
WHO WAS SERIOUSLY MUIR
ED, is IMPROVING SOME OF
THE FACTS IN THE ZIMMER-
MAN CASE.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01

September 9Th and 18th the Cleveland
Lorain and Wheeling railway will make
low round trip rates TO Detroit, good
returning for several days. Particulars
at city ticket Office. corner Twelfth and
Market streets.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
TINE LOT Of ENTRIES
For the State Fair Races, the Coming
Week.

4 LARGE NUMBER OF CRACK
MACS LISTED FOR THE VARI-
GUS EVENTS-A LIST OF THE
HORSES, THEIR OWNERS AND
WHERE THEY HAIL FROM.
DIRECTORS MEETING YESTER-
cay.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01

tries for the various races to take place
on the State Fair grounds during the
coming week. An inspection OF the
list will show that it comprises some
very fine stock and large number OF
fast goers, and good sport on the turf
is therefore assured.
The Board of Directors held a meet
ing on the grounds yesterday afternoon
at half-past three o'clock. All the
buildings and the entire enclosure were
inspected, and everything was found in
the best of condition. Secretary Hook
was present with the other gentlemen,
aid he demonstrated the fact con-
clusively that it would be the greatest
and best fair in the history of the As
ISOLATION.
Entries are coming in at a rapid
rate. and to-day and tomorrow will be
busy days on the grounds. Miss Anna
Reymann opened her headquarters yes
terday for the Ladies', Children and
Art departments, and a very consider
able number of entries were made. She
will be on the grounds again this after
noon, and tomorrow will be in attend
ance from 10 a. m. until p. m.
The publication in the Intelligencer
yesterday, to the effect that the arches
for Merchants Day, next Wednesday,
could not be made, and that this por-
ton of the entertainment for visitors
had fallen through, does not appear to
be warranted by the facts. Last even
ing Mayor Sweeney said he understood
that the work would be done, and that
no effort would be left without resort
to carry out the plans as heretofore
published.
Following is the list of entries:
TUESDAY. SEPTEMBER 5TH.
2:2S Pace:-
New Athens Ohio.
Star, Onward, bay, Ray & waddle
Wheeling, ". Va.
Nobby Wilkes, b. g., Thos. Mccain, To-
H. J, P, br. g., Fred Jamison, Evans
Birdie Mccoy, b. m. A. B. Price. Gosh
6 Grt H RI bay e., j. E; schoneB Troy, 9.
Mario, Marion Eddy, b. M, R. C. Beaver, Jew
Margaret Wilkes, b. m. P. J. Brennan,
Braddock, Pa.
Chrigtobal. S. g.. W. H. oatman, Cort-
land Ohio.
2:40 Trot:-
Lille B., b. m, John Call, Glenville, o.
7, Sonolo O., Dudley, sr. g.. Fred Jamison,
Klondyke, s. g., A B. Price, Goshen, Ind
Prince OK Darkness, br. g., j. W. Jones,
Nora Chimes, b. m. Locust Grove Stock
Henirinda, l.. b. Murphy, Columbus, O.
Russell Wilkes, b. G., A. A. Adams, Canal
Dover Ohio.
Colonel Day $. g, A. D. Parr, Clarks-
Gladys, br, M, Guy Currey, So. Scion, Q.
Chenille, Ohio
Silver Hal, RS T. W. McDermott New
Philadelphia, Ohio.
G. w. D.; blk. h, Alf Dun, Sabina, Ohio.
Bourbon r.. CHI. h., w. L. Rice. Canal
Dover Ohio.
Nichol, g. g., c. A Mcmahon, Garfield,
Ohio.
Burr Patch, oh. g., G. W. l. swisher.
David s., br. g.. j. c. Barrett, South
Bend, Ind.
Silver Maker, g. g., Jonas George, Allen
town, Pa.
Rose L.. b. M, P j. Brennan, Braddock,
Pa.
My Choice. CHI. g., Hayden. Hood. jack
son, Mich.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
McClusky's Famous oysters.

All kinds of oysters to-day-shell
and bulk; also clans, at w. 0. Nc
Cluskey's Depot, Sc Twelfth street.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
Lo, Detrnif Rates.

None but Wheeling Bakery Brea
will satisfy you once you try it.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
RIVER NEWS
RIVER NEWS
Daily Chronicle of the Movements OF the
Boats and BoatmeD.
TO-DAY'S PACKET.
New Matamoras, Lulu F., II a. m.
MONDAYS BOAT.
New Matamoras, Lulu F. II a. m.

MARKS FROM ABOVE.
PITTsBURG- River 2.3 feet and falling.
Clear and warm.
WARREN-River at low water mark.
Weather clear and warm.
OIL, CITY-River j inch below zero and
stationary Weather clear and warm.
BROWNSVILLEi-Rive 5 feet and ris-
ing.
and stationary. Weather cloudy and
warm.
STEUBENvILLE-Riv 20 inches and
stationary Weather clear and warm.
GREENSBORO-Riv feet 4 inches
and falling Weather fair and warm.
MARKS FROM BELOW.
POINT PLEASANT-Riyer IL feet and
stationary Cloudy.
CINCINNATI-River 4 feet and station
airy Cloudy.
vansville-River IS feet and stationary.
IoTfsvILLS- River telling; 2 feet
inches in the canal; feet below the locks.
Clear and warm.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01

At midnight the marks on the land
ing indicated a stage of l foot inches
and stationary.
The Lulu will pull out for New
Matamoras this morning at eleven
O'Clock. She will return in due time to
depart for the same point on Monday
at IL a. m.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
yoCALTSTS AT THE PARK.

Always ask your grocer for Wheeling
Bakery Bread. Good. Big. Cheap.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
DENISE oF MR. CARLE.

Save your tin seals from Wheeling
Bakery Bread. Valuable premiums.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01

Always ask your grocer for Wheeling
Bakery Bread Good Big. Cheap.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01
To-DAY,S RECITAL

Quality and quantity in Wheeling
Bakery Bread. At your grocers.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1899-09-01

Out fast too Any wonder when you can buy them as
low as $50 here?
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-02-18
THE FRENCH
PRESIDENCY.
The Successor to M. Faure to Be
Elected This Afternoon.
M. LoUBET THE fAyoRiTE.
The E1-P Premier Will Probably 30
the Chosen One.
DUPUY AND MELINE TO CONTEST.

Paul Deschanel, the President Of the Cham
Der, and M. De Freycinet, the War Min-
lister, Will Also Be Voted For, But With
No Apparent Chance Of Success---No Fear
of Coup D'Etat as Result Of the Sud
den Death Of President Faure.
= Paris, Feb. 1.-THE meeting Of tho
national assembly, in which the sena-
tors and deputies unite in voting for
president Of France, takes place at
Versailles this afternoon. ExPremier
Loubet will probably be the choice
OF the assembly. M. Loubet is at pres
ent president of the senate. Premier
Dupuy at first declined to enter the
presidential contest against NJ Loubet,
as did M. Meline. who was nominated
by the Progressst Republicans for the
presidency. Subsequently, however,
they withdrew their declarations.
Paul Deschanel, the president Of
the chamber Of deputies, will be o
candidate, but on the second ballot.
He has charm of manner but is lack
ing In weight. M. De Freycinet, tho
war minister, another candidate, is
clever, but he has no great following
in parliament The votes given to
them, it is thought, will be merely
mplimentary.
II M. Loubet be elected European
sovereigns would soon transfer to him
Geir friendly regard. He ia good,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-02-18
FINANCE And TRADE.
Despite Many Combinations Forming,

nesnifn Many TSnblua tons form nv
Rnsinsss Is Fxn,pdjuy.
Nav york Toh ,s-p q D,,n z.
co,s weakly ,ev,aw ~ trade a.v.. Re-.
- o,,.,,s ,,,,si,,,,, i.,'.,,.,,5,.
in many hrsnchos /, il lar-.r otwjth-
standins sncculatlve co,htn,tionwhlrb
te,d 70 rsannn ~ Al r,nnnnnlios nr
attcmnted nononolies stjmu,at. busi.
ness wbi1s tbav arc coming Lrt tend
:, st,no i, oftor tboy co,,. ord M,
thrn,r op onnoh,rot,,,, ara tr,,a,s
,,hi,,h ,,a,, ~, tor,,,,, 100000
49,. . M ~ p.r
.'e s'''.' 'S'"poi 1is w HusS
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-02-18
SECRETARY HITCHCOCK ARRIVES.
Predicts Good Results From the Cars
nisarIn n.,.ont Con farnnno

Predicts Good Results From the Czar's
Disarmament Conference.
New York, reD. lS.--Ethan Allen
Hitchcock, the retiring American am
bassador to Russia, recently appoint
Cd by President Mckinley secretary of
the Interior arrived here yesterday on
the steamship Teutonic.
my appointment was as much a sur
Prise to me as it could have been to the
to do my best. l have left my family
behind me, but they will return in the
spring"
Asked for some information concern
ing the cZar's peace proposition he
said:
He is perfectly sincere, and in the
calling for the conference has taken the
first step towards the abolshment of
militarism. He of course does not
make any requests for disarmament
at present. but when the conference
meets il is the most likely thing in the
world that the one who called the meet
ing will be asked what he proposes to
do. Then suggestions will be in order,
and of course the plan will be thorough
ly di:cussed and perhaps counter sug-
gestions will be made. In this way a
scheme will be devised, and have con-
fidence that much good In the direction
Of a permanent peace between the na-
tions will be reached. The calling of
the conference is the first move in
that direction -
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-02-18
BEGINNING OF THE FLOODS.

Great Da nage Already Caused by Ri!,-
.n. Waters at Richmond, Va.
Richmond, Va. Feb. 1S.-Thc rush of
the increased volume of water and
the ice from the Upper James river. to-
Sether with the backwater from the
gorGing of the ice below the city. has
resulted in one Of the heaviest floods
ever known here. The wharves at
Rockets, he landing place for steam
ers. and the streets for blocks around.
are under water, and the Virginia Nav
igation company's wharf has been
swept away.
The depressed section Of the city be-
tween Shockee and Church Hill is also
under water and hundreds Of cellars
are flooded. Mayo's bridge, connecting
Richmond with Manchester, which is
foot and vehicle bridge, is in danger
A further rise of the river of a few
inches will cause the demolition of the
whole structure. The Southern rail-
way bridge across the James river Is
in great danger. and may go. before
night One of the electric light plants
is under. water, and power and lights
are cut off from certain sections Of the
city. The gas works are momentarily
expecting an overflow.
Reports from UP the river are more
encouraging. At Columbia, the great
danger point, where the heavy tribu-
tary water Of the James is received,
only 16la feet is reported. and the rise
is SLOW. The danger here from ice
gorges and backwater still continues.
1t is impossible to estimate the loss to
merchants in the lower part of the city
from the flooding of first floors and cell