Debate on religion in public schools ends with resolution
Philadelphia delegates of the Union of American Hebrew Congregations adopt a plan to promote literature arguing public schools should not be Christian. A section suggesting court action was revised to avoid commenting on the Supreme Court. The group protests religious instruction in public schools.
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Mary Garden resigns from Manhattan Grand Opera Company
New York January 20 Mary Garden American prima donna resigns from Oscar Hammerstein s Manhattan Grand Opera Company over plans to have Mme Cavalieri sing Thais Garden notes she would have left when the announcement appeared Hammerstein says he will remove the cause and hopes for amicable settlement Garden anticipated future Salome appearances at the Manhattan in which she has been cast
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Schnitzer Makes Boston Debut At Jordan Hall Recital
Miss Germaine Schnitzer, pianist, gave her first Boston recital yesterday at Jordan Hall. Her Brahms F minor sonata showed symphonic scope and fiery grip, while the Schumann Etudes Symphoniques revealed distinctive conception though uneven balance. Her artistry places her among the front ranks of young virtuosi while noting cautions about high nervous tension.
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The Circus Girl Nears Fifty-Show Run at Castle Square
The Circus Girl is set to reach fifty consecutive performances at Castle Square Theatre tomorrow afternoon. The show’s rising popularity has led producer Mr Craig to extend the run for a second week starting next Monday afternoon.
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The Cowboy Girl at Grand Opera House
A run of The Cowboy Girl draws steady crowds at the Grand Opera House with engaging episodes. Jack Sheppard will follow to continue the program.
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Dog Runs Amuck in Dedham Endangering Pedestrians
A large shepherd dog, frothing at the mouth, ran through crowded Dedham streets at about 6 PM tearing through Boyden square and attacking Catherine Powers, 9, and Officer Morris Brown before it was captured. The incident disrupted evening foot traffic as the collie roamed snarling and snapping at passersby.
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Girl Narrowly Escapes Dog Attack in Bussey Street Square
In Bussey street square a nine year old girl was threatened by a collie after it attacked her, tearing her coat and prompting bystanders and Officer Morris Brown and C P Gunther to intervene. The dog killed, Brown suffered severe bite wounds to his right hand. The dog’s head sent to Harvard Medical School for rabies testing with Pasteur treatment possible.
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Stage Highlights At Boston Theaters And Vaudeville
A busy slate for Boston stages. Marcelle at the Majestic wins Louise Gunning in the title role and runs another week. The Devil plays well at Hollis as Idwin Stevens shines. Polly of the Circus closes Saturday at the Colonial. Follies of 1908 fills Tremont. Mabel Taliaferro leaves Polly of the Circus. Lew Dockstader sets box office records at Globe. 45 Minutes From Broadway follows. The Keith bill features Clarice Mayne and Mr. Tate. Rulah Walton headlines Champagne Girls at Howard. Stowaway at Bowdoin Square garners praise with The Black Flag next. Hight Kellinos thrill at Gaiety. next week Facts and Follies Extravaganza arrives. Mimi Aguglia repeats Daughter of Jorio at Majestic. Harry Lave departs Boston for London after a final run. The Three Lucifers dazzle at Columbia. Emily Lucifer’s dancing noted. Amateur Night tomorrow. Burlesque Knights of the Red Garter at Palace with Rice and Thomas. Hub presents semi weekly program update. Star Theatre shows Western melodrama with Pelton on The Cameraphone. Jungletown at Theatre Premier and strong vaudeville. Theatre Comique draws crowds for wee Laddie Waddell. Motion pictures and songs rotate today.
Notation of Reductions on Double Runners
Reduction details show 25 to 50 percent off on Double Runners priced at 8.00, with an unclear length noted as ? feet long, and a second price listed as 2.00. The source lacks full context or dates for complete sale terms.
Taft Seeks Southern Welfare Support in Augusta Speech
President elect Taft addressed thousands at a mass meeting in Augusta Georgia stressing that his administration should serve the welfare of the South as to the nation. He praised local leaders, noted Cabinet work ahead, and discussed cotton trade and tariff implications for the region. Rockefeller attended the Augusta Terrace banquet with other dignitaries.
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