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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1901

Page

7

Prize Essay Winner Miss Stoddard Honored at Institute Event

Miss Réella Stoddard, a sophomore at the Institute of the ae, won the prize at the College Equal Rights event held at 4 Thwing Street. Judge Mrs Otto B. Cole presided, with Hon. E. B. Callender delivering the address. Other competitors included Miss Mary MacDonald of Radcliffe and a Wellesley student, who earned honorable mention.

Réella Stoddard Institute of the Ae Thwing Street College Otto B. Cole Oyiston Street E. B. Callender Mary MacDonald

The Wooing of Priscilla at Tremont Theatre Opens Season

The Tremont Theatre opened the summer season with Stanislaus Stange's The Wooing of Priscilla. Lilian Lawrence returned to Boston as lead, drawing a large crowd amid a cold storm, with songs, floral tributes, and a speech by Stange. The critique notes strong poetry in Longfellow’s influence but a weaker dramatic core, praising Lawrence’s grace and the company’s performances while cautioning on plot focus and on-stage action.

Tremont Theatre Stanislaus Stange Ing Priscilla Boston Lillian Lawrence Castle Square Miss Lawrence Stange Longfellow Myles St Iis Plymouth Colony John Tannish Ohn Douston Edmund D. Lyons Harry R. Roberts Alden Anne B. Sutherland R Y G. Harrison Hunter John Carver Plyith Lewis McCord Richard Stowe Dieworth Harris Gilbert Dallas ‘Tyler Wenonah Julian Edwards

Recital at Steinert Hall Details and Cast Listed

Fragmentary notes describe a Steinert Hall recital with a listed cast including Pasig Misses Mabe Sete Pace Ses Mat May McAvoy and Tuck, outlining a solos sequence and ensemble appearances. The text mentions stage direction and performance order in a preliminary program.

Adigne Tollowine May McAvoy Tuckae

Commencement program at Boston schools for the blind and kindergarten

The June 4 program at the Boston Theatre showcases work from the kindergarten for the blind and the school for older sighted children. Tommy Stringer will display progress, Rev. Thomas Van Nes will speak on supporting the kindergarten, and tickets are available from M Anagnos in South Boston or at the No 383 laston Street salesroom for the blind.

Boston Tommy Stringer Thomas van Nésa M. ‘Anagnos Lston Street

Congregational Club Holds Annual Ladies May Tea

The Congregational Club hosted its annual ladies tea in Tremont Temple last evening with a reception in Lorimer Hall from 4 to 8:30. Rev. William H. Cue and Rev. Huntington D. D. led devotions as about 140 members and friends gathered in the San main auditorium for the event.

Congregational Club Tremont’ Temple Lorimér Hall William H. Cue Huntington Dd San Goren

Untitled fragment notes a towed vehicle event

A fragmentary OCR item references a towed vehicle incident involving a person named Beata Ga and a noted area. Details are unclear in the readable text.

A Duel of Hearts Delights Castle Square Audience

The Castle Square Theatre audience enjoyed a lively performance of A Duel of Hearts credited to Ravenport Lander and arranged by Lugges Cratgen and Fred Frederick Paul. Lady Anita Stanhope delivers a strong stage triumph with a cast featuring Maye Louise Aige and John Craig in standout roles as the plot of flirtation, duels, and a happy ending unfolds.

Castle Square Theatre ravenport-Lander Lugges Cratgen Fred Frederick Paul Anita Tot Ny Stanhope EATER 3Sadley Cleharstess Maye Louise Aige Alicia Beachum John Craig Sassan Vinstéunt de

Down East Folks at Bowdoin Square Theatre

Bowdoin Square Theatre presented the original dramatic novelty Down East Folks last month. The Bowdoin stock company, including E Philips James Urkin James Levering Carl Fey Harry LaMarr Charlotte Hunt Viola Frettong Florence Hale and Virginia Orton, provided stage edits and scenic effects throughout the production.

Bowdoin Square Theatre Bowdoin E. Philips James Urkin den A James Levering Carl Fey Harry LaMarr Charlotte Hunt Viola Frettong Orence Hale Vir Sinia Ornton

Are You Going to Build A Home With This Plan

A Workers Co operative Bank in Boston area promotes mortgage loans with monthly principal and interest payments. The ad urges prospective homeowners to escape rent and pay into their own loan, promising no commission and a system to pay off debt through systematic payments.

Boston Workingmens Co-Operative ‘Bank Burbank Washington SI

Keiths vaudeville show wows large crowds in limited run

Williams and Walker headlined a strong act with their jungle feature and stylish lighting. Josie Sadler and a vaudeville debut drew steady applause while Mary Dupont returned in a light comedy. Other standout turns included Sydney Grant, Fuller, and ventriloquist W. 24 Clemart as the audience left pleased.

Keith Con Yan Williams Walker Bert Williams George Walker Josie Sadler Flora Inch Mary Dupont Martha Charlie Lothian Sydney Grant Harry Z

Howard Atheneum Show Delights Vaudeville Fans This Week

The Howard Atheneum in town thrives with performers from Mitchell to Harriman and King. The act list features the Hawthorne sisters in The Willow Pattern Plate, travesty stars Wills and Collins, acrobat Ralph and Alice Arras, and many others including Ida Russell and Mamie Harangsh.

Sor Ieane Howard Na Mitchell Mamie Itchell Essie Burns Pasquelent May Athildred‘ Harriman Louis King Nellie Brown Edith Crawford Georgie Beare Maurie Pevers John Weber John Phillips James McPeet Adolph’ Gongales John St Hawthorne Sisters Wills Collins Ralph Alice Arras Milé Trees Aza Moreflo Brothers The Howards Sullivan and Pasquelena Ida Russell Comedienne Mackie and Walker Boston Mamie Haraigsh Horsmann Olive Harry First Frank Clayton le Petite Reba Deestreec Cacher

Boston Music Hall Act Draws Enraptured Boston Audience

The Boston Music Hall hosts a touring troupe featuring three women famed for their Venetian scenery and musical performance. The act includes Italian opera travesty, vaudeville bits, humorous songs, and strong vocal numbers. Acrobats and comic performers add varied entertainment as the company delivers a lively, diverse program to a receptive crowd.

Boston Sbooley Kent Larry Charities Fine Vocale Ent Dowley Wilton Wan Ra Pierce Bert Spinnera Dluatenaney Arlor

World’s female wrestlers dazzle at Austin and Stone's Museum

Historic event features champion women athletes practicing powerful holds and athletic flair. Adelina Rose leads a striking display alongside other notable wrestlers. crowd reacts with astonishment as muscular prowess and precision showcase a rare, entertaining performance.

Austin & Stone Erneignats Adelina Rose Eady I Laker Pranleyes Swords Orni City Fk Uae London Ten -Fiaures Fen Marton Isters Luluee Olsaes Anglin Exible Cains Charile Millie Wright

Palace Theatre Burlesque Opens With New Skits and Acts

Audiences fill Palace Theatre for daytime and evening shows. Starred by Fannie Lewis and Ada Buttner with Maude Elliston, Lew Carroll, Harry Stewart, Fred Bulla, and McRobie. New burlesques These Crackerjacks and The Black Crookeh Flyers delight, while Denny brothers perform acrobatics and the Golden Gate Quartet delivers ragtime songs.

Palace Théatre Fannie Lewis Ada Buttner Annie Hail Adgila Vyner Maude Elliston Lew Carroll Harry Stewart Fred Bulla McRobie Golden Gate Quartet Seymour Shroed

Kings and Queens Gay Burlesquers at Lyceum Theatre

A large chorus of well formed women leads a lively burlesque program at the Lyceum. The first sketch The Man With the Funny Touch amuses with catchy music while the following act features Hanson Nelson Simonds Raith Browning and others in a farce titled The Tramp's East. Irish entertainers Honan and Kearny Mr Mrs Harry Bruns and Nina perform dazzling dances with electric effects on a race track themed floating burlesque.

Lyceum Theatre Alfo Hanson Nelson Simonds W. E Raith Browning Honan and Kearny Harry Bruns Nina

All Star Sardou Diplomacy to Open at Ollis Street Theatre

At 8 this morning box office opens for the all star Sardou Diplomacy production under Charles Frohman management. The show runs one week starting next Monday with stars such as Wil Ha Favers, Charles RRichman, Jessie Me Edward, and Margaret Anglin among the favorites, supported by a strong company including Worsley, Barnes, and Hornick.

Ollis’ Street All Star Charles Frohman Wil Ha Favers Apy Harles Riehman Jesgie M.eiward Margaret‘Anglin Boston Mer. Frohman Hag Since Worsler Georas Nens Wallace Worsley Geo Oe É William Barnes George Jf, Hivester Frank Brownlee James Wood Green Thomas ‘Whiten Jthel Hornick Margaret Dale

Boston admirers welcome star to Are Theatre with Muse players

The text notes a celebrity visit as crowds prepare for a three performance run by a famed actor and the Muse players. It mentions Hollis Street Theatre and a notable Boston reception, highlighting a celebrated career milestone and an upcoming tour stop with anticipated fanfare.

Treet Pomterney Oh Goodwin Venice Boston Elcome Muse

Norumbega Park to Showcase New Spectacle Next Week

A promotional notice promises a more beautiful and spectacular display at Norumbega Park next Thursday. The event emphasizes grand attractions and public access opening, inviting visitors to witness enhanced entertainment and new exhibits.

Norumbega Park

Norumbega Park Opens With Modern Touches and River Access

Visitors at Norumbega Park along the Charles River enjoy a new landscape plan by a gardener and easier park entry via the Commonwealth Avenue Street Railway. The season features include Rustic Theatre vaudeville, new illusions at the Chalet, a zoological garden, electric fountain, Mullaly's Orchestra, St Auevatire's Band, canoeing on the Charles, a swing court, merry go round, and women's cottage among many sights.

Charles River Norumbega Park Commonwealth Avenue Street Railway Company Mullaly St. Auevatire

Conductor Zach Presents Tufts Night and Soloists Program

Conductor Zach hosts Tufts night with hundreds of students alumni and friends. Glee club sings College songs as soloists Maquarie Keller and Megers Roth Hoffman Moldauer Kedler perform. Tonight features Jamaica Raust Gounod Berlioz Carmen Banditerstretche and more with operatic and orchestral selections.

Zach Tufts Glee Club Mare Jamaica Whipple Raust Gounod Waldteufel

Crescent Gardens Open Airs Dance Hall at Revere Beach

The Crescent Gardens dance hall at Revere Beach reopened last night under the same management as a year ago. The Waverly Orchestra provided music from 8:30 PM and Tee R. McLean directed the floor with a crew of assistants. The hall will be open this afternoon and evening for the rest of the summer, except Sundays.

Crescent Gardens Revere Beach Waverly Orchestra Tee R. Mclean

Phenomenal boy soprano to perform in Cambridge May 2

Laurence Francis Smith, a 10 year old boy soprano, will make his first public appearance Wednesday evening May 2 in Washington Hall Cambridge. He will sing in Italian and English. His brother Leonard Roy Smith was once a popular New York boy soprano.

Washington Hall Cambridge Maater Smith Leonard Roy Smith New York City

House Entry Report From West Sixth Street

Thieves entered a residence at 126 West Sixth Street South Boston by breaking in. Police said an usher or witness reported the break after an alarm or disturbance, with details unclear from the fragment.

West Sixth Boston

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