Broadway bill lists multiple 1910s shows by theater and time
A crowded listing details show titles and runtimes at Manhattan venues, including Amusements at Academy of Music, Belasco, Criterion, Empire, Knickerbocker, Madison Square, New York, Princess, Proctor's, Harlem Opera House, Wallach's, and others. It notes performances such as The Ninety and Nine, Alone in London, The Darling of the Gods, The Stubbornness of Geraldine, The Professor's Love Story, Julius Caesar, and When Johnny Comes Marching Home, among many vaudeville acts and skating matches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Academy OF Music
London
Belasco
Riuou Theatre
Broadway
Criterion Theatre
Circle Theatre
Paly's
Empire Theatre
Fourteenth Street
Tork State
Oes Theatre
Geraline
Garden Theatre
Professor
Harlem
Ope&ra
Toreador
Herald Square Theatre
Julius Cesar
Irving Place
Keith's
Knickerbocker Theatre
Madison Square Theatre
Audrey
Manhattan Theatre
S—Mary of Magdale
Billrray Hill
Monte Cristo
New York Theatre
Johnny
Pastor
Princess Theatre
Heidelberg
Proctor's
ST. Nicholas
Victoria
Wallach’s
West End
Old Homestead
Roosevelts Arbitration Dilemma Also Earthquake Toll
Foreign and domestic briefs report President Roosevelt may yet accept arbitration in the Venezuelan dispute, despite reluctance. Berlin cites continued blockade until arbitration terms are set. In Turkestan a devastating Andigan earthquake kills about two and a half thousand and ruins sixteen thousand homes. Meanwhile Marconi hails wireless progress at Glace Bay and Saxony’s crown princess remains missing after fleeing Salzburg Castle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Germany
Roosevelt
Berlin
London
Crown Princess
Saxony
Salzburg Castle
Andigan
Turkestan
Marconi
William R. W.tephens
Winchester
Dewey
San Juan
P. R
Washington
United States Supreme Court
Wilson
Connecticut
Massachusetts Bay
Davies
Partridge
Knoxville
Tenn
Mascagni
Chicago
Adolph Lorenz
Children's Hospital
Boston
New England Society
Waldorf-Astoria
Gabler
East
New-York
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Earl of Rosslyn
Etruria
Jesse Lewisohn
Richard Canfield
East Forty-fourth-st
Delahunty
Moynihan
New Era In Telegraphy Advances Across Ocean
The piece reports rapid progress in wireless telegraphy linking Europe and America without metallic conductors. It notes Marconi's longer reach than Field's cable, cites distances from Valentia to Newfoundland and Poldhu to Glace Bay, and mentions self registering tests and shipboard corroboration. It highlights improved receivers and higher speeds, with broad commercial potential in coming weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
Europe
America
Marconi
Mr. Field
Valentia
Ireland
Newfoundland
Poldhu
Cornwall
Glace Bay
Cape Breton
Philadelphia
Signal Hill
Poldbu
Marconi's Wireless Telegraphy Pioneer Status Endures
The article lauds Marconi for advancing wireless telegraphy despite early imperfections in secrecy and reliability. It notes past misaddressed messages on the Carlo Alberto, praises his progress, modesty, and leadership over rivals, and mentions honors from the King of Italy and Solari's accompanying him on earlier voyages. It hints courts may settle priority but asserts Marconi as a gentleman and genius bringing trans oceanic communication forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poldhu
Carlo Alberto
Marconi
Marquis of
Solari
Italy
Arbitration Proposal: European Powers Seek U S as Umpire
The eminent possibility that Germany and Great Britain urge President Roosevelt to arbitrate the Venezuela dispute is examined. The piece questions the propriety of a U S arbiter amid existing claims and highlights the international tribunal both nations helped create. It urges using that tribunal for dispute resolution instead of the President.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Venezuela
Germany
Great Britain
Roosevelt
Monroe
London
International Tribunal of Arbitration
Mexico
Public Transportation Faces Court of Public Opinion
The article argues transport managers claim they serve growing traffic but admit limits in rush hours. It contends they underutilize off-peak capacity, causing avoidable discomfort for passengers and casting doubt on their explanations to the public.
Resentment Overcrowding Policy Disrupts Transit Debate
The piece argues that keeping enough cars in service to avoid overcrowding would gain public sympathy for transit operators. It faults current policy as foolish and morally unjustifiable, saying it weakens their case and fuels public agitation headed for a crisis.
Hospitals in this capital outline need for new wards
There is an encouraging outlook that Seney Hospital in Brooklyn will be completed and endowed. In Manhattan the hospital network is extensive but more wards and beds are needed between the East and North rivers, and Long Island remains undersupplied. The Seney Hospital should be cared for wisely and bountifully.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seney Hospital
Brooklyn
Manhattan
East
Long Island
The Metric System in United States Industry Debate
A summary of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers discussion with Congressman Southard on adopting the metric system. It weighs pros and cons, notes that federal adoption would be compulsory only for certain departments, and argues uniform international standards benefit calculation, trade, and global conformity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southard
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Sturtevant House
Knox
United States
House Committee On
Europe
America
Atlantic
Halsey
France
The Sheep and the Goats Opinion on Amateur and Professional Sports
A discussion argues whether professional coaches and trainers should be banned from amateur sports. The piece suggests amateurs should separate entirely from professionals in all sports, asking why the amateur sheep should be set apart from the professional goats in sports and beyond.
Rises in Divorces Amid Decline of Marriage Births in New Hampshire
A state study notes falling marriage birth and death rates while divorce rates climb, inviting sociologists to study evolving social trends. The passage pivots to metals and transport, citing gold and copper values and the Manhattan Railway carrying nearly a million passengers in a single day, not a holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Hampshire
Manhattan
City transit, safety, and foreign tensions in early 1900s era
The piece laments rising passenger numbers at elevated stations and calls for prudence in city building to save on rents while avoiding reckless spending. It notes danger from third rails and worries about Eastern turmoil tied to Boxer-era hostilities. It also references amnesty for Russian student exiles and clashes over ticket scalping for a major football contest.
The Talk of the Day and Curious Vignettes Across Town
A collage of anecdotes from theater pay to a bear in Russia, jokes from Punch and Brooklyn Life, and a Venezuela tale. Items include a lunch with Baden-Powell and a doctor quip, a temp worker quitting after 50 cents, a bear rescuing a girl, and quips on spelling, weather, and habits of humor. Also notes on Churchill and a Venezuelan diplomatic episode ending in marriage and a chocolate business.
White House social notes and holiday plans in Washington
Washington dispatch notes the Roosevelts arriving from Rapidan and enjoying a respite from duties. President plans limited visits and no regular hours through New Year, while Secretary Hay and Knox call on him. Social events include a Stokes Pacific sail, weddings at Grace Church, and Christmas trees at homes in Seventh Avenue areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Roosevelt
Rapidan
Mr. Roosevelt
White House
Secretary Hay
Knox
Virginia
Potomac
Diplomatic Corps Attends Italian Embassy Dinner
Washington notes a small gathering at the Italian Embassy with guests including the Belgian Minister and Baroness Moncheur and family, the French Chargé d Affaires and Mme de Margerie, and Mr Lardy of the Swiss Legation. The French pair plan a January 1 dinner honoring Miss Alice Roosevelt. Herr von Holleben adds a thoroughbred Virginia riding horse to his stable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Baroness Moncheur
Miss Clayton
Mme. de Margerie
Mr. Lardy
Legation
Mme
de Margerie
Alice Roosevelt
Herr von Holleben
Virginia
Fauquier County
Washington social notes mark Clark cotillon at New Willard
Lieutenant Robert Sterling Clark of the 9th Infantry hosted a grand New Willard ballroom cotillon in Washington. Five hundred guests, including diplomats, officials, and army leaders, attended. Alice Roosevelt, Miss Alice Roosevelt, and numerous foreign envoys were present, with receptions led by Mrs. F Ambrose Clark. The dance followed a Holly decorated dinner, then a late move to the New Willard for an additional fall dance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Robert Sterling Clark
Corbin
New Willard
Army
Chaffee
New York
W. W. Rockhill
W. R. Merriam
Elizabeth Kean
Susan Quay
G. P. Scriven
George Howard
Hengelmuller
von Palm
Bavaria
Sefior Ojeda
Isaac Khan
Leonard Wood
Ludington
Gherardesca
von Bredow
Baron von Ritter
Hugh Legare
Henry May
Alice Roosevelt
Edwin Morgan
Rauscher’s
Clark Dance
White House
State Department
Chevy Chase
Mme. de Margerie
M. I. Ridgeley Carter
James W. Wadsworth
Fairfax Harrison
Hitchcock
MacVeagh
Warder
S. Boardman
Count Quadt
Norman
George Gregory Howard
Lord Carlisle
Arthur Stanley
England
Clark
New York Society Hosts Debutantes and Opera Patrons
A high society night in New York features Meyerbeer’s Huguenots with a crowded Waldorf Astoria and notable guests including Mrs Astor and the Astors. Gala dances at Dodsworth's and Sherry's showcase debutantes, with dinners and theatre parties among prominent families and society figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick J. de Peyster
East Sixty-sixth St
Dinner by Governor Odell in Executive Mansion
Albany December 22 The first winter dinner at the Executive Mansion will be held next Monday evening with guests consisting of Governor Odell s personal political friends and supporters from the last campaign. Invited are George W Dunn R Fox William Barnes Morris of New York County Committee Frank Haskell ex Governor Black Woodruff Aldridge of the State Railroad Commission and William Warren of Buffalo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
George W. Dunn
State Republican Committee
William Barnes, Jr
State Legislature Committee
Morris
New York County Committee
Frank Higskins
Black
Woodruff
Aldridge
State Railroad Commission
William Warren
Buffalo
Russian Courtesies to Miles at Port Arthur
Peking reports Russian officials entertained Lieutenant General Miles on arrival at Port Arthur and are sending him to Taku aboard a cruiser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peking
Port Arthur
Miles
Taku
Dinner at Old Guard Armory Ends in Festive Night
Several hundred members and guests gathered at the Old Guard Armory near Forty-ninth Street and Broadway for a crab dinner and smoker. Major S. Ellis Briggs presided as toastmaster as patriotic songs and stories filled the evening. The OM Guard ball is set for January 2 at the Metropolitan Opera House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Guard Armory
Broadway
Old Building
S. Ellis Briggs
Metropolitan Opera House
Transatlantic Travellers Sail Today for Italy
Some of those bound for Italy aboard the steamer Lombardia are listed among the passengers sailing today. The roster includes travelers from various fields, indicating a diverse group making the transatlantic crossing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
Lombardia
Notable Southampton Social List Names at Event
The social column lists attendees including Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Bartie, Mme Lillian Blauvelt, William F. Pendleton, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Casst, J. T. Coolidge Jr, Miss Mary Coolidge, Miss Kathrine Coolidge, Miss Josephine Eppes, Baronne Bawvens, A. Gillespie, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Gree, H. & Inman, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mac Cameron, Countess Spottiswood Mackin, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick L. Massey, Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton Me Lean, Alfred Parsons, S. R. A. L. V. Twyeffort, and Miss E. P. Van Norden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southampton
F. C. Bartie E. J. Berwind
Mme
Lillian Blauvelt
William F. Pendleton
Louis Casst
J. T. Coolidge, Jr
Mary Coolidge
Kathrine Coolidge
Josephine D. Eppes
Baronne Bawvens d Evestein
A. Gillespie
W. L. Gree
H. &. Inman
Robert Mac
Les Huguenots in French at the Metropolitan
The Metropolitan presented Les Huguenots in French with five familiar principals led by Sembrich and Gadski. Reviews note Mme Sembrich sang through pain, de Reske delighted in the Huguenot soldier role, while Scotti’s portrayal drew mixed applause and the critic laments later-night writing constraints.
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Eaneces
New York Daily Tribune
China
Park Row
Elmst
Fourth-ave
Long Acre Square
Upper Broadway
Siberia
Russias
New Haven
Baden-Powell
Chicago Tribune
Saretschye
Goloff
Russia
Hoare
E. L
Princeton
University of Minnesota
University of Illinois
Columbia
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Brown University
Northwestern
Yale
Wesleyan
University of Michigan
Churchill
Philadelphia Press
Jack
Chicago Record-Herald
Russell
Massachusetts
Evarts
Guzman Blanco
Guzman Bianco
Mr. Russell
Guzman
la Guayra
Wantanno
Duzno
Baltimore American
Tsabella Wetherill
Edward T. Potter
East Seventy-fourth-st
Captain
Warren
Beach
Fifth-ave
Hermann Oeirichs
Hermann
East Fifty-seventh
St. Bartholomew's Church
Arthur Sedgwick
Metropolitan
Anson Phelps Stokes
Porto Rico
Edith Mand
James Benedict
Pierre J. Wurts
Jay
Grace Church
St. Thomas’s Church
Fifty-third-st
Trinity Chapel
Augusta Jay Robinson
Robinson
Louis Chetwynd
R. N
Alfred Paul Gardiner
Miss Troup
West Fifty-seventh St
Gardiner
Edith Slayback
Josephine Wentworth
Edna Uptegrove
Sarah Devoe
Mabel Gardiner
the Diplomatic Corps
Notes OF Society
NEW York Society
I. Townsend Burden
Elisha Dyer, Jr
H. McK. Twombly
Levi P. Morton
William Douglas Sloane
Edmund L. Baylies
H. Walter Webb
C. B. Alexander
Albert Morris Bagby
the Waldorf-Astoria
Mme. Schumann-Heink
M. Kocian
M. Gilibert
Randolph Hurry
Dodsworth’s
Elizabeth
Renwick Hurry
Clara Boardman
Henrietta Weatherbee
Eleanor
Margaret Scott
Marie Montant
Katharine
Marion Lyman
Elizabeth Hay
Catherine Prentice
John Peters
Gurnee Benedict
Fenwick Beekman
Sydney Smith
Dudley Cooper
Haven Peabody
Thomas S. Scott
Stewart Preston
Eben Wright
Sherry’s
Gertrude Pell
the Empire
Wright
Cynthia Roche
Grace Sedgwick
Alice Schenck
Amory
Robert Huntington
Georgette Collier
Constance Livermore
Bertha Hollins
Eleanor Roosevelt
Edith Poor
Natalie Schenck
Julia Edgar
Fanny Iselin
Winonah Wetmore
Elsie Waterbury
Miss Morton
Violet Cruger
Eleanor Morris
Helen Parish
Marcee Roberts
Harry Case
Leonard Jacob
George Scott
Delancey Coster
Charles Sands
Robert McCormick
Duer Irving
Edward Livingston
Arthur Sturgis
Philip Brown
Chalmers Lee
Isaac Burden
Townsend Irvin
Wesley Dean
Sherman Day
Nathaniel Lord
H. K. Dwight
William Fuller
Philip Stockton
Andrew Sage
Theodore Haven
Farmington School
William C. Gulliver
Thomas Thacher
Edith Lounsbery
Henry F. Dimock
Louise Gulliver
Tuckerman
Scott McClenahan
Society For
George R. Sheldon
Mary
East Thirty-eighth St
Charles Meyers
Hempstead
Jeannette
West Seventieth St
George Cornell Freeborn
Stanford White
Odell
E. F. Major Bulwer
H. McCord Herry Middleton
Bekien F. Culver
Cruser
Walter S. Perry
Agnes G. Culver
S. EL Johnson Hudson
Lawrence Wetherill
St. Louis
Opera
Giammar
Roberto Il Diavolo
Dinorah
Lae Stella del Nord
Schiesien
Meyerbeer
Mme. Sembrich
Marguerite de Valois
Mme. Gadski
Valentine M. Alvarez
Raoul
M. Edouard de Reszke
Marcel
Signor Scotti
de Nevers
M. Journet
Saint Sris
Fritzi Schett
Urbain
M. de Reszke
Luther
Valentine
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