Lady Jess and The Tragic Mask on New Boston Stage
The Boston stage revived Grundy’s Lady Jess and presented The Tragic Mask as part of a mixed bill. Lady Jess impressed with Miss O Leary in a sustained emotional portrayal and a credible ending, while The Tragic Mask received mixed critiques for dialogue length and plotting though Gerald Dyce and Mme. Modjeska’s Louise Greville gave notable performances.
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Mme. Modjeska
Reynolds
Gerald Dyce
Howard Kyle
Louise Greville
Zikka
Tragic Mask Debut Shown at Globe Theatre Last Night
E. C. Reynolds presented his first dramatic work The Tragic Mask at the Globe Theatre. The city’s reputation for being unkind to beginners did not deter the playwright from staging his debut, which drew cautious optimism from audiences and critics alike.
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E. C. Reynolds
iMask
Globe Theatre
The Rivals Opens at Hollis Street Theatre
The Jefferson Florence Comedy Company staged The Rivals at Hollis Street, with standout turns by Jefferson as Bob Acres and Florence as Sir Lucius O Trigger. Supporting cast W F Owen, J H Barnes, Viola Allen, and Carrie Jackson were praised, and Heir At Law will replace performances Friday and Saturday while Clara Morris begins a repertory engagement.
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Hollis Street
Jefferson-Florence
Boston
Bob Acres
Jefferson
Lucius O’ Trigger
Florence
Malaprop
John Drew
W. F. Owen
Sir Anthony
J. H. Barnes
Captain Absolute
Viola Allen
Lydia Languish
Carrie Jackson
Lucy
Clara Morris
Dixey's New Part A Flop At Herrmann's Theatre
New York November 2 Special to the Post reports Henry E. Dixey's new play The Man With a Hundred Heads at Herrmann's Theatre failed on opening night. Dixey lacks his usual specialties and the light farce offers little to display talent. The cast including Mrs Josephine Plowsday and Mr Sidney Drew performed deftly but the overall show lacks strength or comedic depth.
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Dixey
New York
Henry E. Dixey
Herrmann’s
Josephine Plowsday
Sidney Drew
Alabama in New York opens with gala season
The Palmer's Theatre premiere of Alabama drew a representative city audience. Cotton rolls were presented to each lady from Talladega, with a floral piece offered by Hon. W. H. Maggs of Talladega. Author Thomas gave a brief speech as the play begins its run.
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Alabama
New York
Spector
Palmer’s Theatre
Talladega
W. H. Maggs
First City Performance of The Pulse of New York
Packed house at the Howard Atheneum last evening for Gracie Emmett in six roles in The Pulse of New York. The production blends crime drama with comedy and vivid scenic effects, including a burning building scene and a life net rescue by firemen. Emmett’s versatility praised, with strong company support and notable stage direction.
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Howard Atheneum
New York
Gracie Emmett
Metropolis
Evans Potter joint account linked to bank settlement
A sprawling report traces the Evans Potter joint account alleged to be the heavy liability at Maverick National Bank. It details insolvency, a planned settlement with the bank, and potential repercussions for depositors and shareholders amid claims of fictitious accounts and personal liability.
Maverick Bank Debacle Highlights Boston Bankers Risk Ties
The piece cites Boston bankers' willingness to lend to Maverick Bank depositors, Potter and French control, inflated deposits via high interest, and risky collateral practices. It notes large personal loans against stock, past government bond speculation risk, and a hostile reaction from a New York bank. Evans's will probate follows.
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Maverick Bank
Boston
Potter
Maverick
French
New York
Evans
Irving A. Evans
Justice McKim
Suffolk County
Losses Mount as Maverick Bank Shuts Under US Authority
Crowds gather before Maverick National Bank as examiner Ewer, acting for the United States and by order of the Comptroller of the Currency, seizes the bank. Notices declare notes due today shifted to Second National Bank Sears Building. Official tally places losses at two million dollars and more.
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Maverick National Bank
Examiner Ewer
United States
Alfred Ewer
National Bank Examiner
Second National Bank
Sears
Dudley
Maverick Bank
Banker Colonel French Arrested After Warrant Served
An interview with Colonel Jonas H. French precedes a dramatic arrest as United States Deputy Marshal W. W. Doherty serves warrants connected to alleged false returns. French disputes charges, notes potential receivership, then is taken in at his residence with bail arranged by 11 PM.
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Jonas H. French
Colonel French
French
Mr. French
Potter
Allen
Hallett
East Foundation
Commissioner Hallett
Joseph W. Work
Irving A. Evans & Co
Pute
United States
Marshall W. W. Doherty
Marshal Doherty
Portiere
Miss French
Potter Arrest Reports Reach Maverick Bank Figure
A Newton reporter learned no warrants had reached Asa P. Potter at his home on Grey Cliff road Newton Centre. Reports of the cashier Joseph W. Work’s arrest were unconfirmed as the inquiry found Work in Boston with no knowledge of his location. No word on Potter’s misfortune or actions against Work.
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Newton
Asa P. Potter
Maverick Bank
Joseph W. Work
Grey Cliff Road
Newton Centre
Work
Boston
Potter
Wasting Their Time and Bank Arrest Rumors
A lengthy conference at District Attorney Allen’s office followed rumors of radical measures against bank officers and irregularities at the Maverick National Bank. Officials Hallett Allen Wyman and Hyde spoke with reporters outside. no decisions were announced and arrests were not imminent. The Clearing House expelled the Maverick Bank and urged aid for depositors. Thomas Dana was arrested at 311 Commonwealth Avenue amid ongoing investigations and bail efforts.
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Hallett
Allen
Wyman
Henry D. Hyde
Dickinson & Hyde
Iallett
Henry Hyde
Post
Mr. Hyde
Mr. Wyman
Lynn
Mr. Allen
Asa P. Potter
United States District Attorney
Jonas H. French
Clearing House Association
Maverick Bank
Clearing House
Maverick National Bank
Thomas P. Beal
Franklin Haven, Jr
A. L. Newman
Phineas Pierce
Moses Williams
S. N. Aldrich
I.T. Burr
John Carr
J. B. Case
C. A. Viella
George Ripley
Mr. Haven
Mr. Carr
Potter Arrest and Maverick Bank Receivership
A United States marshal arrested Asa G. Potter, president of the Maverick National Bank of Boston, at his Jerusalem road summer residence. Thomas P. Beal was named receiver, with A D Lynch aiding in the examination. the bank was declared insolvent. Only two Banks in Fitchburg hold Maverick accounts, Rollstone and Safety Fund, each with limited exposure.
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Asa Potter
Hixesam
Mass
United States
Asa G. Potter
Maverick National Bank of Boston
Jerusalem Road
Firensure
Maverick Bank
Rollstone Bank
Safety Fund Bank
Thomas Beal
Washinaton
Thomas P. Beal
Beal
Second National Bank of Boston
Clearing House Committee
A. D. Lynch
Washington
Boston
Ewer
Comptroller Lacey Assesses Maverick Bank Collapse
Washington reports Comptroller Lacey discussing the Maverick Bank failure. He cites unverified charges linked to Irving Evans and Asa Potter, notes concerns about securities collateral, and says Boston holds most details while Clearing House actions aim to meet depositor demands. The bank examiner will report after a formal examination.
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Washineton
Lacey
Maverick
Irving Evans
Magruder
Evans
Boston
Asa Potter
Clearing House
Roarback in the Seventh Senate Race
A late night Republican circular dispersed across the Seventh Senatorial District attacks Democratic nominee Michael J. McEttrick. McEttrick, with seven years in the Legislature, is defended by his supporters who vow action in court if needed. Democrats mobilize voters to counter the misleading flyer and rely on McEttrick’s proven integrity.
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Michael J. McEttrick
Senate
McEttrick
Boy Struck by Vehicle. Amputation Followed
Six year old John Horgan of 156 Terrace Roxbury was run over by a team owned by Nawn of Parker Street while playing near his home. He suffered a compound fracture of the left leg and was taken to City Hospital where the limb was amputated last evening. Doctors say his recovery is very doubtful.
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John Horgan
Terrace Street
Roxbury
Terrace
Nawn
Parker Street
City Hospital
Western Elections Campbell Full of Hope Tariff Silver to Win
Columbus Ohio November campaign heat centers on tariff and free coinage as four parties contest Iowa statewide issues. McKinley likely to win by 19 000 to 21 000 with Republicans ahead in Senate and House. Campbell hopes for 11 000 plurality aided by tariff stance and strong meetings.
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Columbus
Buckeye
People’s
Prohibition
Hahn
Republican State Committee
McKinley
Senate
House
People’s Party
Neal
Democratic Committee
Campbell
General Assembly
Outlook in Iowa Off Year Campaign Faces Four Parties
The Iowa off year election closes with four parties contesting, Democrats Republican People Prohibition. Key issues temperance tariff and silver drive campaigns. Democrats back local option high license and free coinage of silver, Republicans support prohibition law tariff and coinage act, saloon question dominates. Prohibition vote expected small. Peoples party may reach up to 40,000, others discounting. Democratic plurality projected 11,000 to 38,000 with notes of 4,000 to 6,000 lead for Botes.
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Drs Mouiins
Iowa
People’s
Peoples’ Party
Fuller
Democratic Committee
Botes
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