Boucicault’s Cuisla Ma Chree A Rehash Of Guy Mannering
A critical review of Boucicault’s staging of Cuisla Ma Chree at Theatres Hollis Street. The piece reworks Guy Mannering with Irish accents, stripping flavor from the novel and provoking charges of piracy, despite some coherent moments and notable acting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellangowan
Meg
Guy Mannering
Ireland
Scotland
Mr. Boucicault
Meg Merrilies
Dominic Sampson
Shaun
Conn
Andy Dolan
Candie Dinmont
O'Neal
Morna
Mr. Boucicauilt
Andy
Poldoodie
R. A. Roberts
Mr. Padgett
Dominic
Miss Thorndyke
Babie
Coote
Rose Eytinge
Charlotte Cushman
Mme. Janauschek
West End Cable Petition Signals Change in Boston Transit
The Boston board of aldermen yesterday debated the West End Street Railway Company petition for cable motive power. The tone and publicity given to the discussion suggest a shift toward public scrutiny, contrasting with last year's approach. The outcome may spur reforms toward faster, more comfortable city transit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End Street Railway Company
Board of Aldermen
West End
Boston
Read ing Miners Strike Prolonged by Professional Agitators
The article argues that some Schuylkill region miners refusing to return to work reflect the influence of professional agitators who run strike relief funds. It notes 300 agitators are paid three dollars daily to support the strike and prolong it, while predicting the strike will end across the region today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schuylkill
Reading
Honest revenue reform and surplus reduction debate
The speaker argued the free list is honest revenue reform and warned against extravagant expenditure. They urged removing surplus by freeing essential life necessities used daily in households and by wise, discriminating reductions rather than new taxes on whiskey or tobacco.
England’s Potential Role in European War Predicted
The article argues England would gain a position of advantage if war breaks out in spring. It suggests Lord Salisbury may favor aiding the Allies against Russia, while neutrality could yield concessions from Russia regarding Egypt and India. It warns war burdens make a hasty continental gamble unwise.
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England
Lord Sainssoury
Russia
Europe
Egypt
India
Lord Salisbury
Republican tariff split widens East Northwest divide
The text notes a growing separation among Republicans on tariffs with Massachusetts endorsing high tariffs and Western Republicans showing reform tendencies. It cites Crapo's late strong position and stances from Allison Sabin Nelson Brown and others on free lists and life necessities. The piece also references Blaine’s ideas being less accepted westward and ends with a quip attributed to Mr. Lone.
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Massachusetts
Crapo
Congress
Allison
Iowa
Sabin
Minnesota
Nelson
Brown
Indiana
Blaine
Lone
Progress Toward a City Park System and Marine Park Plan
The annual report outlines the growth of a city park system over thirteen years, detailing Back Bay reclamation benefits, the Muddy River and tax value gains, and plans to complete a parkway from Back Bay to City Point. The Marine Park, Castle Island connection, zoological gardens, aquaria, and replanting harbor shores are highlighted along with an envisioned private enterprise digest of property facts.
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Board of Park Commissioners
Back Bay
Stony Brook
Franklin Park
Marine Park
City Point
Boston
Dorchester Street
Dorchester Bay
Castle Island
Congress
Boston Society of Natural History
Park Commissioners
Boston Memorial Association
Olmstead
Call for Central Information Bureau on Corporate Securities
Public demand grows for a centrally recognized bureau to compile business and financial data on corporations whose securities are sold publicly. Critics say the New York Stock Exchange lacks transparent evidence of soundness and integrity, despite nominal investigations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau
New York Stock Exchange
Financial Chronicle and Poor’s Rail
Copper Syndicate Reshapes World Copper Market
Analysis outlines how a French backed syndicate may have gained control of a large share of global copper, lifting prices from ten to around sixteen cents per pound. It notes reduced public stocks, rising demand from electrical uses, and potential impact from European conflict on future supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Calumet & Heeda
Europe
The Stage Industry and the Twinned System Debate
The essay weighs permanent theatres against traveling companies and argues for balanced exchange between stock houses and touring troupes. It cites London’s Lyceum, France’s Theatre Francais, and New York venues, noting that enduring institutions sustain taste while the roaming system risks disintegration. It cites European critics and points to upcoming Shakespeare and touring plans as essential for growth.
Paint and Oil Dealers Appeal Against $25 License Tax
The opposition argues the license tax on selling pure alcohol under five gallons harms paint and varnish supply while not affecting alcohol manufacturing. They urge Congress to repeal, citing minimal risk of unlawful use and the need for strict supervision to prevent abuse. The piece links to broader trusts and global production dynamics.
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Congress
The Boston and Grand Theatres Show Busy Week of Opera and Drama
Last evening at the Boston Theatre J K Emmet drew a large crowd as Fritz opened a week of performances with the popular German actor delivering his familiar welcome. At the Grand Opera House Michael Strogoff featured Atkins Lawrence and Florine Arnold in a staging praised for its spectacle but noted for rough opening. Madelon continues to draw crowds at the Globe Theatre, while The Marquis follows as its successor. The Park presents The Private Secretary in its second week with Gillette and Kennedy. A four week opera season looms and McCaull’s Lucky B s revival of Boccaccio is announced for Park Theatre. Howard Atheneum’s company offered juggling shadowgraphs and German bells by Forte-Boni, Irwin Sisters, and Carl Hertz in a varied program.
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Michael Strogoff
Boston Theatre
Grand Opera House
Messrs
Atkins Lawrence
Daniel E. Balton
Kk. J. Hassan
Charles Klein
Florine Arnold
Mary Bryer
Lawrence
Paola
Globe
Miss Arnold
Nadia
Eloise
M. Chiado
Corps de Ballet
Madelon
Globe Theatre
the Park
Gillette
Kennedy
McCaull
Lucky B
Howard Atheneum
John Leclaire
Irwin Sisters
Forte-Boni
Carl Hertz
Italy
New York
Joseph Cook
Wisconsin
Australia
Abraham Lincoln
Elizabethtown
Hardin County
Burlington Free Press
Shoul
St. Louis
Rado
John Grueber
Reading
Penn
Paris
London Punch
Louisiana
Frogmore
Freewater
Coincidences and a Boston anecdote from Taverner
A Boston writer recounts uncanny coincidences seen in daily life and a remarkable legal case, including a dinner table exchange that echoed in a London letter, a Boston property release tied to a Minnesota runaway, and a chance encounter with a circus performer. He also notes urban decay in Boston as Albion’s demolition reveals a ruin and observes a battered horse-drawn cart, likening it to The Fighting Temeraire.
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Dr. Holmes
Atlantic
London
Boston
Minnesota
Taverner
Portrait bust of Governor Ames by John Donoghue
Mr John Donoghue has completed a bronze portrait bust of Governor Ames placed in the State House executive chamber. The work is praised for its admirable rendition of the chief magistrate with strong New England traits, reflecting the artist's classic training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Donoghue
Governor Ames
State House
New England
Donoghue
Senator Blair’s education bill faces hostile House panel
The education bill championed by Senator Blair stalled as it moves from the Senate to the House education committee. Chairman Crain of Texas remains a strong opponent, succeeded by Carruth who shares the hostility. The bill seems unlikely to pass, leaving Blair with little to show for his efforts.
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Blair
Senate
House Committee On Education
Crain
Texas
Willis
Kentucky
House
Carruth
Bilatt
Philadelphia Times
Beginning of the end of the protective tariff critique
The New York Times Ludington edition notes a rising tariff reform sentiment in Minnesota and echoes English corn law debate. It argues farmers resist taxes as consumers while workers elsewhere gain protection, urging Republicans to address the political risk.
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Minnesota
England
United States
Northwest
Republican Party
N. Y. Times
Miscellany of Witty Observations and Oddities
A collage of humorous notes and social vignettes on topics from American statesmen in Italy to stage villains and a Louisiana funeral. It collects quips about prodigies, plants, prices, monu ments, and local curiosities with brief anecdotes and light satire.
Falkland Delivers Korolenko Readings At Mrs Bigelows
Arthur Falkland of the Boston Museum concluded a reading series at Mrs. Bigelow’s Chestnut Street salon. He presented Korolenko stories including The Vagrant Easter Night and The Forest Soughs, earning praise for sincerity and dramatic feeling despite occasional mispronunciations.
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Arthur Falkland
Boston Museum
Korolenko
Falkland
Christ
Mikhéyitch
Notable Figures Make Property Moves and Plans
General Lew Wallace buys a house in Indianapolis with a goal of pursuing the State governorship. Moody and Sankey schedule performances February 22 and 23 in Sioux City before heading to San Francisco. Colonel John Hay buys a Sunapee Lake estate in New Hampshire for summer retreat. General John M. Palmer and Mrs. Hannah M. Kimball plan April wedding. Mrs Kimball widowed since 1865. The 43rd thousand of Little Lord Fauntleroy is issued. Scribners also releases new editions of Oceana and Down the Islands.
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Lew Wallace
Indianapolis
Moody
Sankey
Sioux City
San Francisco
John Hay
Washington, D. C
Sunapee Lake
New Hampshire
John M. Palmer
Illinois
Hannah M. Kimball
Springfield
Mass
Lord Fauntleroy
The
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M. Francisque Sarcey
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L’affaire
Messrs. Teknor & Co
W. Howe
Monte Cristo
Unitarian
Tremont Street
Scott
Beacon Street
MR. Falkland
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