Misc: In 1900 Adlai E.---------- , statesman, born.?

Questions

In the theatrical world, what name is given to the financial backer of a stage production?

Who presented Telly Addicts?

What are eyes called?

In the stock exchange one who applies for shares in a new issue with a view to selling it at once for a profit?

Island off the SW coast of Scotland, chief town Rothesay?