The Fall of Gabyion and Other Street Showings
Oakland Grapes Roxbury listings show theater at 3:30 and 8:30 with The Fall of Gabyion. Pointoy Pives at Revere Beach offers The Apaches at similar times. Several Boston venues on Washington and Tremont streets present Good Old Times You and I My Jack Out in the Streets Sea King and related acts.
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Washington Street
Glone Tuzarre
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Howard Street
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Gerryscare
Tremont Street
Holis Street Theatre
Hollis Street
Sea King
Reciprocity Criticized Amid Tariff Arguments and Judicial Appointments
The article critiques Aldrich's tariff reciprocity as a delusion, contrasts Blaine’s broad policy, and notes President Ellis Morse’s influence. It reports Governor Brackett's appointment of Walsingham Field to the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, praising fitness and integrity. It also criticizes Speaker Reed’s handling of a House scene, contrasting tactics with Republican leadership and party organs’ reactions.
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Bynum
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Political disputes and naval progress in early 20th century news
Boston Journal criticizes Mr Cannon and filibustering language while The New York Tribune calls actions an outrage for cowardice in roll calls. Ohio Democrats face backlash over silver coinage and pension pledges. Meanwhile the San Francisco trials show strong seaworthiness at 19.51 knots, as American shipyards challenge foreign rivals amid tariff and policy debates.
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New York Tribune
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Pacific Coast
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Peter
Paul
Clyde
Mersey
Reapportionment Delay Foils Partisan Goals in Congress
The article argues that congressional reapportionment was postponed to avoid ill considered legislation and partisan manipulation. It notes current census figures would raise the representative unit from about 151,912 to 180,000–190,000, urging less sectional influence and warning about Idaho’s admission and mining districts influencing the count.
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House
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Wyoming
Increase in Congressional districts debated to preserve equality
The discussion argues for expanding the House size to 550 with a larger unit of representation. It notes Massachusetts and other regions would shift seats under a 550-member plan, while the West would gain and New England’s relative power remains unchanged. It concludes larger districts may be fairer and safer for apportionment.
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Old Bay
Conflicting Irish famine reports stir political clash
Reports from Ireland on the potato blight vary. Irish land commissioners warn of destitution in affected districts but say weather will largely shape the calamity. Critics claim officials mask hardship for political ends, while Lord Aberdeen warns against impractical relief schemes such as railways or forced relocation. Unofficial aid may prove most effective.
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Irish Land Commissioners
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Montreal
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Modern dress and the rise of rational style in fashion
The article argues that a more rational dress style, led by Mrs. Jmmuss Milier, is gaining traction amid signs of becoming fashionable. It predicts comfort and mobility will appeal to women, despite lingering prejudice, and compares modern dress to past fashions as likely to appear grotesque tomorrow.
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Jmmuss-Milier
Dress Reform and Social Standards in a Changing Era
The piece argues that fashion dictates social judgments and hinders reform, praising dress reform led by Mrs Miner's circle as a moral agent. It predicts wider cultural improvement if clothing becomes beautiful, functional, and healthful, noting a Minneapolis census dispute and broader century shifts toward refined attire and public decorum.
Arthur Taggart for Congress in New Hampshire
Exeter August 28 report that John J. Bell will not seek a nomination at the Republican convention in the first district. All indications point to D Arthur Taggart of Manchester as the unanimous choice for Congress with acting Governor Jale.
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Boston Observer Reflects on Baseball and Local Life
The writer notes a waning passion for baseball amid split leagues and national scope, wonders if a true national game exists, and contrasts the mood with a Boston dining scene. He observes drummers discuss commerce, prizes a Massachusetts insurance firm as a sign of honesty, and muses on regional vitality versus western briskness.
Dramatic Notes on Plays and Performances This Week
Theatre notes report Lend Me Your Wife at the Museum a one week hit as The English Rose opens the fiftieth season at Tremont Theatre features Aldrich and Vincent new play wins quick praise, Winslow School of Acting enters third year September 10.
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Tremont Theatre
Aldrich
Charles Vincent
Erving Winslow
Clara Swartz
Thomas Barry
Mme. Angol
New York Casino
M. Lecocq
Paris
Aronson
Angela Cudmore
Winnter
Kendals
B.S. Shatteworth
Derbyshire
Eng
Dramatic Mirror
Notable departures and health updates in royal and public life
President Patton of Princeton traveled home from Bermuda with his family to their old residence. Captain Bassett, Senate dockkeeper, recovering and expected to return this week. Mrs Ellen M Brown of Saco nearing seventy five and has traced seven generations. Emperor William awarded over 150 decorations during a Ostend visit. Rev Thomas K Beecher vacationing in the West, mistaken for a ranchman by appearance. Mrs Rudson Reed and Miss Cox sail their own boats, Troublesome and Mss. Miss Minerva Parker, Chicago born, designed the Queen Isabella pavilion for Chicago World's Fair. her grandfather Seth A Doane was a Boston ship designer. Spanish King’s health improved since St Sebastian sea baths, but sea-bathine course reversed. The Queen Regent and children lead simple life, visiting a sea-side pavilion, then Plaza de Toros fête, and Ayete Park drives with mother and governess Countess Peralta and General Cordova.
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India
Obituary highlights Bonham and other 19th century figures
The obituary notes the death of The Hon. Milledge Luke Bonham ex Governor of South Carolina at White Sulphur Springs NC born in 1813 in Edgefield DC. It details his service against Seminole Indians, Mexican War command, Congressional term 1857 to 1860, Confederate service including Beauregard's center at Manassas, later governor in 1862, and roles in the Confederate Congress and state legislature. It mentions Davyl the novelist and journalist in Paris, Rev Edward il Greeley D D New Hampshire congressman mimeter, and Captain Henry Pratt with biographical notes and survivors. It ends with brief notices of a widow physician Mrs Lucinda S Hall dying in Concord NH.
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Robert Hall
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Worcester Medical College
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Lowell
Ridiculous Offensive Conduct in House Says Providence Journal
The Providence Journal criticizes current proceedings in the House of Representatives as ridiculous and offensive, claiming they hinder legislative work under tyrannical rules. The piece warns that such conduct obstructs meaningful policy and raises constitutional concerns about parliamentary procedure.
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Filibuster and turmoil mark tense House session
Multiple outlets report a chaotic House sitting filled with filibuster tactics quorum disputes and heated personal clashes. Observers describe the scene as an affront to the country with accusations of obstruction and a near-fisticuffs incident prompting calls for adjournment.
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Hartford Courant
Curtain Waits In Dramatic Mirror Verse Sketch
A compact clip from the Dramatic Mirror notes stage life and critics as the curtain waits for the show to begin praising actors while lamp light and music fade. It reflects on audience anticipation, playful romantic theatrics, and the lingering pause before performance.
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Belle
Beau
Jack
The Quincy Accident Hearing Closes On Engineer Testimony
Railroad commissioners held a supplementary hearing on the Quincy accident as engineer C K Babcock and brakeman Albert Willis testified. Babcock said train speed was normal but slower than usual and that he saw the jack before derailment while steam was shut off. General Manager Kendrick praised the engineer as careful among Old Colony workers.
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Albert Willis
Babcock
Kendrick
Old Colony Road
Life of the late John Boyle O Reilly notice
A letter to the editor warns that unauthorized solicitations are circulating for a forthcoming biography of John Boyle O Reilly. The writer says any approved life will need the consent of O Reillys wife and family and asks the paper to publish a notice. The correspondence is dated August 23 from Mugray Buston.
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John Boyle O'Reilly
Mr. O'Reilly
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