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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1916

Page

13

Elijah Heard by Large Braves Field Audience

An audience of over 12000 attended Mendelssohn Elijah at Braves Field yesterday afternoon under S Kronberg. A chorus of 1200 and an orchestra of 165 accompanied Walter Damrosch who conducted soloists Ernestine Schumann Heink Elvira Severoni Frieda Hempel Marie Sandelius Johannes Sembach Clarence Whitehill with chorus trained by George S Dunham. The performance was described as unusually brilliant.

Mendelssohn Elijah Braves Field S. Kronberg Walter Damrosch Ernestine Schumann-Heink Elvira Severoni Frieda Hempel Marie Sandelius Johannes Sembach Clarence Whitehill George S. Dunham

Mendelssohn open air concert praised for broad tone and strong solo turns

The open air performance under Mr. Dunham and Mr. Damrosch drew praise for breadth and fullness of tone despite interruptions from trains and wind. Soloists Sembach Hempel and Schumann Heink impressed with diction and finish, Whitehill voiced Elijah well, though strain showed at times. overall a pleasing, forceful rendition with eager audience response.

Myers Attacks Overeating in Tremont Temple Address

The Rev Dr Cortland Myers denounces overeating at Tremont Temple urging thrift with money. He compares wasteful spending on food to drinking and cites danger from consuming too much. He faults both rich and poor for prioritizing appetite over life and condemns vain purchases aimed at others.

America

Trinitarian Congregational Church Marks 90th Anniversary

The Trinitarian Congregational Church of Concord celebrated its 90th anniversary yesterday with a morning service led by Rev. George A. Tewksbury on the topic The Relation of the Present to the Past in the Work of the Church. A special musical program followed.

Trinitarian Congregational Church of Concord George A. Tewksbury

Married Teacher Encourages Wives to Work for Family

A series of letters from readers argues for equal partnership in marriage and cases where wives earn while husbands face unemployment. One writer describes becoming a partner in a shop, earning more than her husband ever did, then managing home duties as he handles cooking and cleaning. Another woman details moving to an aged care home after widowhood with plans to save for future need.

New England Homemaker Recipes From Sunday Post

Recipes for chocolate cake filled cookies and maple cakes with detailed steps and ingredients. Includes names Geneva F Hutchins of Belfast Maine and Mrs Walter B Cilley of Hanover New Hampshire.

New England Sunday Post Geneva F. Hutchins Union. Street Belfast Walter B. Cilley Hanover N. H

Ode to the faithful dog from American Field

A poem praising dogs for steadfastness and loyalty. The speaker notes dogs never feign affection for gain, shield friends, endure hunger, and show a noble, silent creed through deeds rather than words. The tone reflects admiration for canine fidelity and virtue.

Over the Wire A Little Chat on Style by Phone with Dorothy

Dorothy shares fashion etiquette and style tips in a light conversational column. The feature explores current dress norms, dressing for occasions, and simple accessories to elevate everyday outfits.

The Fishing Misadventure and Glamorous Reunion

A narrator recalls a failed fishing trip with buddies and worms, then notes a savage mood during a dance. He spots Mabel, Jack's former flame, wearing a stunning pale sea green gown trimmed with radium lace and pearls. He ends with a quip about letting someone else go next time and saying goodbye.

Mabel Jack

Household Hints to Bleach White Goods

Household hints suggest whitening yellowed fabrics by washing as usual then placing them in a thin boiling starch that has been slightly blued. Let them stay in the starch until cold, wring out, and dry in bright sun for surprising results. Mrs A W Libby Box 145 Gorham Me.

A. W. Libby Gorham

Graduation Sermon at Dana Hall Girls Draws 100 Students

More than 100 Dana Hall School students attended the baccalaureate exercises in the school assembly hall. Rev. John T. Stone of Fourth Presbyterian Church Chicago delivered the sermon on The Vision of Developing Soul. Graduates' exercises are set for Wednesday.

Dana Hall School Wellesley John T. Stone Fourth Presbyterian Church Chicago

Why Not Borrow of Us Why Not Borrow of Us?

Why Not Borrow of Us, a Workingmen's Co operative Bank ad invites Boston residents to obtain first mortgages with easy payments. It promotes owner occupancy, debt reduction, and becoming one’s own landlord, touting $5,000,000 in assets as the largest co operative bank in New England and June shares on sale.

Workingmens Co-Operative Bank Tremont ST New England Boston

Memorial Day Services by Knights of Pythias Reach Forestdale

Memorial Day ceremonies were held in Forestdale Cemetery with 20 Knights and Pythian Sisters marching in parade. Mizpah Lodge 120 Everett Spartan Lodge 59 Malden F E Converse Lodge 75 Maplewood were represented, with Mizpah Temple 78 Everett Spartan Temple 70 Malden and Converse Temple 68 Maplewood among attendees.

Knights of Pythias Forestdale Knights Pythian Mizpah Lodge Everett Spartan Lodge Malden F. E. Converse Maplewood Mizpah Temple Spartan Temple Converse Temple

Stolen Cash From Libby Ice Cream Plant Safe on Water Street

An unlocked safe at Maurice F. Libby’s ice cream plant on Water Street was opened and money in bills and silver was taken during the closure period between Saturday night and Sunday morning.

Maurice F. Libby Water Street

Pope Ban On Dances Reported By Pope Benedict XV

A New York report claims Pope Benedict XV bans dancing in parish churches in the United States and Canada, with Cardinal Farley set to issue a pastoral letter next week. Boston officials await official word while noting parish festivities often include dancing with priests in attendance.

New York Benedict XV United States Canada Boston Cardial Farley

Newton Theological Institution Holds Baccalaureate Sermon

Dr. George E. Horr, president of the Newton Theological Institution, preached the baccalaureate sermon yesterday morning before a graduating class of 28. Graduating exercises are set for Thursday morning.

George E. Horr Newton Theological Institution

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BY Olin Downes Dunham Damrosch Mr. Sembach Mme. Hempel Mme. Schumann-Heink Miss Hempel Israel Whitehill Myers Assails Castoria FA Company Rost Louis J. Marshall Vine Street Melrose Psychopathic Hospital John P. Whitton Station 2 Tremont Street Dana Hall Somerville DR. Horr Newton Theological Chase & Sanborn’s Ces Chase Sanborn Great West H-O Company Buffalo,ny Force
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