Dramatic theater feats and the rise of stage stars
A snapshot of performers shaping modern stage fame. Edna May, a Syracuse chorus girl, gains London acclaim in She Belle of New York and remains a box office staple for 700 nights. Betty Walsh, Marguerite Merrington, and Madeline Riley emerge as prominent American writers and actors, while Quo Vadis dominates the era by mixing novel and stage drama with spectacular scenes in Nero’s palace and the Christians’ trials.
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Raney
Thy
Edna May
Syracuse
London
Salvation Army
New York
Hins
Fdla
Binneke Wath
Melbourne McDowell
Fanny Davenport
Heeband
Tie Savidon
Miss Wolat d
Ty America
Madeline Lucette Riley
Mar
Thi Morton
Marguerite Merrington
Nat Goodwin
Marguerites Merrington
B. Wi. Sothern
Martha Moreton
John
Chleves
Trilby
Christina
Zembuc
France
Senur
Lhe Strom
Joseph “Maworth
Vinicius
Arthur Vorrest
Petronius
Vieinius
Nero
Paltice
Lygle
Pene
Petro
Lus
Vielntas Totla
Seares
Lygia
Peter
Rote
Mommerting
Vontiam
Leary Despatches Guam Governor on Ten Possessions Affairs
Capt. Peter Leary of Fort McHenry reports to his brother Capt. Richard Leary, Guam governor, with documents on U.S. possessions. Proclamations limit imports and intoxicants, ban certain foods to ships without licenses, and restrict island holidays and riot-related mobility.
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Peter Leary
U. S.A
Fort McHenry
Richard Pr. Leary
Guam
Ladrone Islands
United States
Leary
Staten
Bothy
Ofs
Teary
United ‘States
Ambitious notes on Joubert and Boer War era figures
Fragmentary article surveys Boer War leaders and allied observers, naming Joubert and Jackson as influential tacticians. It discusses Sid ney Paget joining Chesham Horse, the Roosevelt model, and social figures like Mrs Belmont and Mrs Astor, with reflections on American high society and boxing culture tied to Roosevelt's circle.
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Sidney Vaget
Chesham
Roosevelt
Rough Riders
Joubert
Jackson
Pagets
Ani Pavan Stevens
Sven ‘Tor
Sidney
Almeric
Whitney
Leinars, Inn
Sidney Paget
Newport
Narhlg “House
Mr. Belmont
Mrs. Belmont
Belmont
Postias Minster
United States
Public Building Plans Face Higher Costs and Delays
Public buildings program advances amid committee debate as rising material prices threaten feasibility. Key figures Cannons, Mercer, and WaLE discuss funding needs and the risk of many structures being authorized if pressure continues, amid Treasury surplus concerns and ongoing design work.
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Tris
Nimeir
IV Wad
Leeds
Ihe
Archis
Cannons
Mercer
Billings and Grounds
Aenhtor
Dormant geysers in action across arid desert
A correspondent reports renewed volcanic activity near the Color Html river causing fissures and spouting water as cold cycles fail to provide stability. Observers describe two long cylindrical water devices with pointed ends and orange tips, suggesting experimental propulsion or mechanized pumping in the area.
Mechnikoff fumes over serum claims in Paris science row
Dr Mechnikoff in Paris voices distress at premature serum announcements. He says experiments on animals show promise but warns against human trials. He predicts future serum work may slow aging and boost strength, while noting alcoholism research by others remains preliminary and controversial.
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Ellie Méchniger
Paris
Landoit
Pasteur
Wwe
Mechnikoff
Mechnikol
Changes in Spelling Across U Chicago Publications
A historic note describes a 2010 spelling reform adopted by the University of Chicago and the National Education Association. A committee selected affected words to align with the new standard, altering terms such as catalogue pedagogue demagogue prologue and thoroughfare through the university catalogs and publications.
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University of Chicago
University & Gation
Tnvorin
National Educationa
National Educational Association
Syarlsez
Chinese In Romance Prospective Bride and Groom Unknown
A Chicago Tribune note describes a Chinese romance involving a prospective bride and groom who have yet to meet. The groom is Wang Johns, owner of a Philadelphia Chinese restaurant, and his fiancée is Sy Ting Fhig from San Francisco. John sent $200 for a wedding gown and travel to Philadelphia, while observers quote varied reactions from editors and contemporaries. The piece touches on cultural expectations and public perception, noting the unusual matchmaking details and a college-inspired spelling remark from the University of Chicago.
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Wang Johns
Chinese Restauurant
Philadelphia
Finn & Fay
Delphin
San Francis
John
Derick
Poole
Comfort Damper Promises Steady Fire for Stoves
The Comfort Damper grips stove pipes to maintain a steady fire without chilling the stove top. It reduces steam and odors from cooking, fits standard pipe sizes, and can be installed by the purchaser with ease. The ornamented damper saves fuel in two weeks and improves stove appearance. Manufactured by Schreiber & Conchor Mfg Co, sold by dealers in Dubuque.
Real estate notices from Meyer & Co in Dubuque Iowa
A distressed buyer seeks bargains on city lots and farm properties near the city. Listings include Minnesota prairie land at 3900 per acre and 6,000 acres available. Sale terms include easy payments and exchange options for local residence. Life and Fire Insurance and steamship tickets offered by Meyer & Co at the Security Building in Dubuque Iowa.
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Dubuque
City
Minnesota Prairie
Mone He Meyer & Co
Thelwa the Egyptian palm read palms for life issues
A fragment from a newspaper advertisement promises palmistry readings by Thelwa, offering confidential consultations on life, love, and business at a Sixth Street corner booth with telephone contact and a top floor office.
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Thelwa
Uae
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