Poe Toaster, R.I.P.?

I suppose you all have heard that the Poe Toaster failed for the first time to make his annual appearance. This article doesn't give any new information; I was just fascinated to see the story turn up in Pravda, of all places.

As for PT's identity, well, I think Bill Crider may have been on to something.

(The Poe Toaster ain't me, I swear it. I hate Cognac.)