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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1918
Page
10
The Chicago Opera Company presented The Jewels of the Madonna at the Boston Opera House last night. Raisa, as Malliena, drew strong criticism for a weak and crude portrayal lacking the character’s depth and edge.
The review criticizes Miss Rassa for vocal lack of distinction and weak Italian gesture. George Hamlin is praised for intelligence and dramatic effect, though not fully convincing. Rimini faults pitch, minor roles solid, and the orchestra is praised as brilliant. The piece calls for a harsher depiction of Naples violence in the final act.
Melba appeared as Mimi with Myrna Sharlow Musetta Lamont Rodolfo Stracciari Marcel Fornari Schaunard and Huberdeau Colline under Mr Sturani at the Boston Opera House. Stracciari and Huberdeau offered notable stage craft while Sharlow showed a fresh voice though later preferred her Mimi to Musetta. A mixed program of drama and music marked the matinee with Melba’s tone praised despite taxing demands.
A Massachusetts campaign launches a house to house push to start a war savings stamp account in every home. Workers, aided by letter carriers, school children and Boy Scouts, will canvass neighborhoods to promote baby war bonds. A red triangle pennant with a white center and blue text facilitates window display for Red Cross cards.
Reverend J A Wildenberg of the Dominicans told men at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross that a woman is not compelled to live with a drunkard. He cited the church’s stance on divorce and emphasized personal safety and choice for wives.
Pittsburg A A Seven beat Wanderers Hockey Club of New York 6 to 3 in New York. It marked their eighth straight victory in the National Hockey League series.
For twenty years we have sold Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root and customers report it valuable for its intended use. I have used Swamp Root with satisfactory results and believe it a reliable medicine. Yours respectfully B J Jewell druggist Concord New Hampshire June 12 1916.
A letter promotes Swamp Root from Dr Kilmer Co of Binghamton New York inviting readers to send ten cents for a sample bottle and a booklet on kidneys and bladder Mention the Boston Daily Post and note medium and large bottles available at drug stores.
Fulton County Superior Court sentenced J. W. Cook to one year in the chain gang and a $1000 fine for attempting to blackmail Asa G. Candler, mayor of Atlanta, with Mrs. Margaret Hirsch in a case linked to a $500000 payoff. Witnesses described a tense confrontation in Candler's office and Cook's testimony claimed no demand was made.
The trial lasted about eight hours with a quick jury and most evidence shown before noon. Mayor Candler and Forrest Adair testified on Mrs Hirsch age 88, her dealings over automobile tickets for Red Cross benefits and later enforcement of animal cruelty laws. The courtroom was crowded and Mrs Hirsch sat with a calm demeanor during proceedings.
Two men thought to be Austrian aliens were arrested at Camp Devens by State Police Officer Edwin T. McCabe. Frank Kuchinsky and Anthony Stulpin faced technical charges for carrying a loaded revolver and liquor. later sent to Ayer police custody for further action.
Lewis E Coffin age 69 chairman of the Newton board of assessors died last night at his home 144 Bellevue street after a three weeks illness. He served in the old common council in 1887 and was president of the board in 1887 also alderman 1890 to 1892. He is survived by his wife and two sons. Funeral will be Saturday at the home.
The Father Michael J. Supple Guild of St. Francis de Sales parish starts a series of whist parties tonight. Events will be held at the Father Matthew Temperance rooms on Bunker Hill street.
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