The Theater Notes on Mrs. Fitch and Colettely Cast
Joakim Reinhard reviews a stage production praising Mrs. Fitch, Mrs. Gilbert, Mrs. McKee Rankin, and Mrs. Cottrelly for their wit and humor. He notes the strong female cast, highlights Alarie Cahill as a notable exception, and hopes for more women’s parts and publication of Fitch’s work.
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Fitch
Gilbert
McKee Rankin
Mra Cottrelly
Joe Jefferson
Ed Holland
Richard Golden
W. H. Crane
David Warfield
Francis Witson
Copenhagen
Captain Jinks
The
the Judge
Joakim Reinhard
Troubles of Revenue Officers in Irish Moonshining
The article recalls the historic illicit whisky trade in Ireland known as potheen, noting how revenue men and police struggled to suppress it. It highlights regions where distillation persisted, the costs to ratepayers, and a Cork Land League era incident where smugglers used a public demonstration to hide shipments of moonshine in milk cans and other containers while authorities clashed with crowds.
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London
Ireland
Donegal
Connemara
Cork
Kerry
Royal Irish Constabulary
Scotland
Inland Revenue
Highlands
Rts
Land League
Cork City
Julian Ralph
New York Mall
Express
Madame
Meadowbrook Colony
Sam Constanly
North River
Charles Street Pier
Wagnerite lecture explores Wagner's art and faith in art
Carl Armbruster, a Wagnerite and former pupil of Wagner, presented a two part lecture at the German House explaining Wagner's youth, the development of his leading motive and all art concept, and the Christian faith he pursued, with soprano Pauline Cramer performing selections. The second talk will cover The Ring of the Nibelung with Bayreuth visuals provided.
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Richard Wagner
Wagner
Carl Armbruster
Bayreuth
Armbruster
Kienzi
Tannhauser
Venus
Elizabeth
Minsteads
Armbrugter
Pauline Cramer
Senta
Elsa
Isolde
Aig Drelisa Paary
Italy Family Makes Large Claim Against British Government
Mr. Pietro Galert of Rome asserts a Peruzzi family claim against Britain. The principal allegedly stands at 912,000,000 with a running period since 140. He insists the claim is legitimate and, with interest, would have grown by now.
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Peruzzis
Florence
Europe
Edward VI
England
Sul Oecuies
Italy
Opes
Washington Post
Pietro ‘Galert
Rome
Peruzzi
Senator Foraker Praises Roosevelt After Re-election
Boston Herald notes Senator Foraker’s praise of President Roosevelt as patient and aggressive in policy, praising his intellect, culture, Americanism, integrity, and patriotism. The piece compares his tribute to Hoar’s praise of McKinley, framing the executives in lofty terms.
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Boston Herald
Foraker
Roosevelt
Clearance Sale Men's Reasons Why Eminent Scientists Opposed to Electrocution
A reader notes the stance of prominent scientists who oppose electrocution in executions, arguing ethical concerns and calling for humane methods. The piece surveys ongoing debates among researchers, religious groups, and policymakers. It highlights dissent from several named scholars and advocates for alternatives.
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Philadelphia
Boston
Harvard
Trowbridge
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