Amusements Tonight in Boston and Nearby Halls
Listings show multiple venues in Boston area with start times from 2 to 8:30 featuring plays and acts such as The Fall of Babylon The Apaches Good Old Times Mr Larnes of New York A Brass Monkey Plying Scand The English Rose Old Jed Prouty and the Gettysburg Battle novelty presented by Vaidis Sisters' Refined Novelty Company. The sixth page notes financial details and ship news on sixth and seventh pages.
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New York
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Vaidis Sisters’ Refined Novelty Company, Battle OF Gettysburg
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Jed Prouty
Senator Higgins Improprieties Stir Delaware Campaign
Hostonu Post Hickins is a name of ill omen for Delaware and Maryland with a Wilmington senator linked to a Republican gubernatorial bid. Higgins packs caucuses as Richardson of Dover and Barnard Jr. of Kent race for the nomination while federal office holders push the Higgins machine. Washington has not rebuked this civil service spirit violation.
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H. A. Richardson
Dover
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Daniel P. Barnard, Jr
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Internal Revenue
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Washington
Reconciliation rumors between William II and Bismarck teased
A long note on German politics hints that William II and Bismarck may not reconcile. It argues their temperament makes lasting accord unlikely, and notes Bismarck’s bitterness would humiliate the Emperor if restored to power. The piece also covers Pennsylvania politics, predicting Pattison’s possible 50,000 lead over Delamater amid an Independent revolt and party discontent over leaders in Congress and protection taxes.
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Lismanck
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Quay
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Times
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Delamater
Trade reciprocity debate and Blaine plan outlined
The Tribune editorialized on September 1 about Secretary Blaine's reciprocity idea within a protective policy framework. It argues opponents misrepresent the plan, claiming it abandons tariffs, while the Senate finance committee contemplates adding duties rather than removing them on certain free articles.
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Blaine
Senate Committee On Finance
Hemisphere
New Western Sec tionalist Plan Faces East
A Kansas moved scheme for a Western bloc in national policy seeks to unite Kansas City April convention and shift influence on river and harbor improvements silver coinage tariffs and representation. It argues the West can win concessions from the East by joint action though critics doubt the plan gains traction or endures beyond talk.
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Protection and Politics in the Gopkin Essay View
In an acute essay E L Gopkin argues that European shifts to universal suffrage between 1860 and 1880 empowered working classes and peasants who favor high protection. The piece contends tariffs mainly benefit capital and the rich, predicts a future correction as voters learn tariffs take money from the many to enrich the plutocrat.
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Russia
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Italy
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New York
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Tieare
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Goohry
Protests Grow as Country Faces Imposed Policy
The passage frames a divisive issue looming over the nation, with protests voiced by enlightened men in both sections against the impending measure. The tone signals urgent conflict and high stakes for public opinion and governance.
Citizens' Public School Union calls for wider civic aid
The piece urges Boston citizens to expand social responsibilities beyond personal finances. It stresses greater support for public schools and Associated Charities, advocating modernized education with active volunteers. It notes reforms in teaching methods and the need for community members to join the Citizens' Public School Union to advance projects.
Charity and social reform in Boston and beyond
The piece discusses shifting views on poverty and charity, urging concerted urban action over old village methods. It notes Boston’s beginnings in protecting the helpless, calls for more workers in reform, and recalls stories from Illinois, London, and elsewhere about social behavior, urban life, and clever misdirections in modern society.
Newport Picnic Reform Gains Favor Over Formal Dinners
In Boston reports, Newport society trusts Mr McAllister’s picnics to relieve winter monotony without undoing fashion. Open air meals in ox carts and simple stone ovens offer genuine pleasure, contrasting with costly dinners and balls. The change hints at healthier social pleasures in seaside resort life.
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McAllister
Camp Meetings and Dinner Spreads Inspire Old and New Attitudes
The piece contrasts rustic picnics with elaborate Newport spreads, noting a return to simple dishes and shared responsibilities at camps and gatherings. It cites historical abuses around camp meetings, praises education and moderate preaching, and argues camp life fosters social bonds, moral growth, and physical well being.
The English Rose at the Museum Opens Fiftieth Season
The Museum presents The English Rose, a melodrama in four hours of villainy and misfortune. Critics note its lack of plausible motive or strong construction yet anticipate strong audience appeal due to its clarity and familiar melodramatic conventions.
Museum Company Receives Warm Audience For Melodrama
A detailed review lauds the Museum company's strong cast led by Barron Davenport and Campbell in a melodrama. Davenport’s priest and Campbell’s heroine receive praise for sincerity, while Sheridan’s uneven performance and O’Leary’s limited role draw critique. Scenery impresses. moonlight scenery in Act III noted.
Mr Barnes of New York shines at Tremont opening night
The Tremont Theatre opened its season with Mr Barnes of New York. Emily Rigl as Marina Paoli and James Neill as the title role drew repeated calls. Blanche impressed as the lively young miss. The set improved notably with a better traveling scene and streamlined transitions. The audience applauded the renovation and the overall better presentation.
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Tremont
Tremont Theatre
A. C. Gunter
New York
Emily Rigl
Marina Paoli
James Neill
Blanche
A Brass Monkey at the Park Theatre Opens Season
Park Theatre opened yesterday with A Brass Monkey as the main attraction. Hoyt's satire of superstition mixes with musical features drawing large audiences. Marion plays Jonah, Alice Evans excels in lugggage, Maud Williams shines in song, with new songs and dances. The renovated venue promises refined decor and improved music led by John J. Braham. Overture by Franz von Suppe debuts in America. The Gondoliers selections feature Braham contributions and Starlight entr'acte previews.
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Hoyt
Acte Music
John J. Braham
Mr. Graham
Franz von Suppe
America
the Gondoliers
Mr. Braham
Vaudeville at the Globe and The Flying Scud at Grand Opera House
Herrmanns New Yranvatlantiques drew a very large audience in Boston with a lineup of new acts including Les Trois Washington Miss Josephine Henley and Senorita Rosita Jejero Y Torres. Boucicaults The Flying Scud at Grand Opera House also drew a large crowd with strong scenic features.
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GLOBE
Herrmann
Les Trois
Washington
Josephine Henley
Macoma
Taiers
Grand Opera House
Enthusiasts Praise New Production and Realistic Racing Scene
Attendees lauded the premiere describing three live horses running abreast as a standout realism. Nail Burgess of "County Fair" fame was among those present and expressed enthusiasm for the show’s debut.
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Nail Burgess
County Fair’ Fame
Variety at the Howard Ends Two Days of Acts
The Vaidis sisters with refined specialty Company performed two shows at the Howard filling the house. Eva Bell showcased vocalizing and a change act among a cast including the Braatz brothers, Drummond and Stahley, Duncan the ventriloquist and Melville and Stetson. Dan Sully promises a new play, She Millionaire, next Monday.
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Vaidis
Eva Bell
Braatz Brothers
Drummond
Stahley
Duncan
Melville and
Stetson
Coleman
Eddie Gigeure
Petrie and Huse
Rawson
Dan Sully
McNallys A Straight Tip Draws Fresh Local Interest
Notes say John J. McNallys new play A Straight Tip is playing in New England towns and will be staged in this city next week. Critics see it as a marked advance over prior work by the renowned playwright and critic. Good Old Times pleased two large Boston Theatre audiences yesterday and will be repeated tonight for invited members of the American Typothets. Rehearsals for The Soudan began at the Boston Theatre with Henry Neville and the company under Manager Tompkins. Neville is expected to become a notable figure in this city.
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William Archer
London
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Pettitt
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Nivce Ant Ward
Devil's Bridge
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Pegasus
Proteus
Frigidarium
Egypt
Ife
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Seattle
Washington
Bean
Congressman Allen
Mississippi
John
Murfreesboro
Varied Courtship Tales and Historic Finds Across 19th Century Press
A collage of brief items recalls races and jokes, notes on a giant water lily bloom, Pompeii frescoes, and a Seattle fire anecdote. Anecdotes feature travelers, a Norfolk garden plant, and a Mississippi congressman’s humor about Civil War soldiers.
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