Grand Week Offers Scanlan and London Theaters Lineup
The Grand hosts W. J. Scanlan in Shane-Na-Lawn with Irish wit and feuding characters. Haylin's Theater presents Alvin Joslin Davis in One of the Old Stock, a funny, well-mounted play. Shakespeares A Midsummer Night's Dream at Buck’s Opera House features a strong cast and lavish scenery. Kohl & Middleton's Vine Street Dime Museum touts Arran the eleven-foot two-headed giant with general marvels and acts. The Standard Theater touts A Living Lie and Counterfeit with Rose Osborne and Harry Amlar, plus a rising attendance. Music Hall highlights Cincinnati Grand Orchestra and soloists in a varied afternoon program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onan
the Grand
W. J. Scanlan
Shane-Na-Lawn
Bane
Emerald Isle
Ireland
Scanlan
H E
Byuire Redmond
Porgy O'Moore
Gerald Power
Shane
Haylin
Alvin Joslin
Davis
Mr. Davis
Joslin
Annear
Uncle Joslin
Neyer
Harlin’s
Heuck
Opera House
Shakeneare
Cincinnati
Minnie Seligman
da Sowers
Carrie Daniels
Hattie Arvey
Louise Searle
Edmund J. Lyons
Charles al. Sutton
J. W. Albauch
Jun
Ford Hicht
Louis Grissel
William Lee
Henry Hoyt
Walter Buf- Frage
J. Howard Rogers
Athens
Kohl & Middleton
Vine Street
Dime Museum
Arran
Myrtle
Kingsland
Balbroma
Ola
Rangoon
Smith and Nicest
George Austin
Frank Lewis
Dan
Cora Cooley
Freddie
Eddie Stone
Standard Theater
Rose Osborne
Harry Amlar
Frances Amlar
Lillie Laxwell
W. H. Curner
Nelson's Company and variety acts at Harris Theater
The program features the Nelson family of acrobats at the head, followed by John Coleman the Lancashire dog dancer, trained birds and dogs led by Mlleus, Griffin and Morris, the Three Fiving Tailors Irish comedy, Leo Ferres O Briens musical act, M Neiman ventriloquism with full minstrel first part, and a revival of Skipped by the Light of the Moon at Harris Theater. Also a new calf at the Zoo and Prof. Fred Bell lecturing on Midnight Scenes in New York for the Home of the Friendless with praise from Rev H Dunnington of Birmingham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson
John Coleman
M’lleus
Griffin
Morris
Leo Ferres O’briens
M. Neiman
Harris’ Theater
Australia
It. O
Fred Bell
New York
Friendless
Rev
H. Dunnington
Birmingham
England
J. Bell
Arthur and Wife Reportedly Set for Reconciliation After Reform
In Campbell County Kentucky a divorce was granted Ida D Arthur from Jease Arthur of Dayton after twelve months of separation amid allegations of abandonment. The case notes Arthur’s past as a heavy drinker and insanity treatment in the East, with reports that he has reformed and his wife may remarry him. Major E W Hawkins represented the plaintiff and Lucius Desha the defendant. The matter touches Dayton’s prominent McArthur family and Newport’s legal community.
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Alexandria
Campbell County
Newport
Ida D. Arthur
Jease Arthur
Dayton
E. W. Hawkins
Lucius Desha
Covington
Arthur
East
Hese
New First Regiment Armory Elevates Cincinnati Militia
The First Regiment armory on Freeman Avenue is nearing completion and will be one of the Wests finest military buildings. Ground was broken a year ago and occupancy is planned for March. The Gothic inspired red brick and granite structure features towers, a grand central drum, a 125 foot tall centerpiece, and a 50 foot flag staff. The design includes a drill hall across two main sections with provisions for all militia departments.
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Freeman Syvenue
Allegheny Mountains
Philadelphia
Hamilton County
Armory
Cincinnati
Militia Service
Freeman Avenue
Turyugu
Battery
Raissons, &c
Bokers
Battery Drill
Denman Street
Battery Store Room
Ohio National Guard to March on Inauguration Day
Report from Columbus notes Ohio National Guard officers in Washington seeking quarters for General Harrison's inauguration. A brigade of about 900 troops is expected, with representation from all service branches. No final location set pending Adjutant General Axline's return. Washington anticipates a record turnout and display.
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Sta
Washington
Columbas
Axime
Ubkio National Guard
Harrison
Ohio National Guard
Mrvnce
Adjutant General's Office
Axline
Grand Army Arranges Old Boys Entertainments
The Grand Army Committee plans entertainments at Central Hall Walbul Street starting Friday December 21 to replace a weather canceled sham battle. Ticket holders will receive new passes at no extra cost by visiting committee headquarters No 117 West Sixth Street. After the performances a social hop will follow with attendance open to those present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Army Committee
Ker Hall
Wal- Bul Street
West Sixth Street
Ghost story in Weatherbys store ends as rat infestation
A city paper reported a ghost haunting Weatherbys upper room but an investigation revealed rats. A Western cowboy sent a bold challenge to Bossman, promising to uncover the truth and offering references, while a Luckyworth Association cover is noted by Judge Peck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dennison Street
Weatherby's
Montana
Batt
Mr. Weatherby
Marecter
Boseman
It Would Make You Smile To Interview Local Figures
A whimsical catalog of notable locals and their rumored topics and antics. Names range from John R. McLean to Charley Kahn, Ed Stevens, Ben Schott, and many others, each linked to a humorous or political prompt. The piece reads like a street scene of asks and sightings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John R. McLean
A. C. Horton
Cox
Ben Schott
Bill Sargent
Charley Kahn
Ed Stevens
Kansas
Bob Archtable
Billy Hutton
George Kerper
Police Deitsch
Andy Hickenlooper
Frank Wright
John Townley
Milt McRae
Manager Curtin
Guthardt
Harry Morehead
Charlie Ackerman
Walnut Street
Julius Weber
Judce Phil Kamler
Harry Rechtin
Bob Hill
Henry George
George Hazen
Jack the Ripper
London
Avery and
Fennessy
Vine Street
Mark Wallace
Landwehr Verein Ll
Jack Hart
Abe Furst
Board of Fire Commissioners
Emile Rehse
Sourkraut
Spec
John Otis
Newport
Stock Exchange
Charley Murray
Chamber of Commerce
Dick Rohner
Jerry Murray
Jerry Kiersted
Cleveland
Ed Anthony
Amos Dye
Mose Wilson
Tinkier
Charley Wright
Hogshead John
Jimmy Fitzgerald
Billy Deacon
Levi C. Goodale
Saloon Keeper Wanted for Assault on Boy Witness
A warrant was issued for Jacob Berland a saloon keeper at 2il kim street on charges of assaulting James W. McDowell. Berland allegedly grabbed the boy by the neck and warned him not to testify. Mrs Berland was arrested for selling liquor to minors as court proceedings continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Berland
Bond
Kentuckys Folks Across River News From Covington
Local column highlights social notes from Covington and Newport detailing entertaining events at Mrs. Wm Ernst and Anita Kelloggs class, births and marriages, real estate transfers, court notices, and multiple community updates including a serious runaway incident, church services, and a scald injury to Cosette Davis.
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Mali
Music Hall
Sprigita
Adil
America
Telegram
Romeo Reed
Wheipley
Dr. Hemshall
Yourseo
A.W. Waecenery
Librarian
Whelpley
Bo. Tasaeal Sullivan
John L. Sullivan
Rman Street
Whita Court
William B. Smith
E. Cort Williams
Griffiths & Sons
Val Keck
Riley Stevens
Batallion Drill Room
BokeMan Mowr
Alfred Cohen
Tod
the Luckworth Association
Judge Peck
Myrtle Kingsland
Kentucky
Anita Kellogg
Wm. Ernst
L.A. Lang
Sam Martin
Nannie Bird
Diana Lawson
Wiles Little
Jim Peck
Wolf County
Sienehtai
George M. Kiefer
Fifth Street
Kate Shepard
Eighth Street
Ellis, Ky
Robert J. Waring
F. J. Mitchell
Frank Knoll
Anna Mary Huling
Main Street
Henrietta Colfey
Wm. Colley
Ellen, McLaughlin
Joe Johnson
Sallie Howard
Matt Groey
Isaac Smith
Ralph Hemingway
Muntie
Spencer Aariwig
Raincut Hanrahan
Andy Gt
Wm. Schulckmann
Nellie Grady
Hayden Kendall
Julia Becker
Teresa O’conner
Florence
John Farrer
Louisville
Mr. Neal
Virginia
Harry LL Hawthorne
U. S
Leroy Hawthorne
City
Wediock
Beil Sinclair
Sinclair
Mount Vernon Barracks
Mount Vernon
Ala
William Livingston
Pipe
John Miller
Indianapolis
George Aiscuell
Charles
Pete Méegerie
Pike
Criminal Court
J.r.hallam
Su. Pacis P. K
Abmone
First Baptist Church
Grace M. EB
Harvey J. Steward
W. W. Hall
Christina Church
Cosette Davis
Fred Davis
York Street
Miss Davie
Eureka Lodge
K. of P
Henry M
Bellehace
Ton Newport
Lizzie Wustacy
W. M. Schwartson Holzer
Chriati
Schwartzenholzer
Berry
Myers and
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