John Henry on Would Be Actors and a Daring Theater Tale
A column by Hugh Mohugh discusses John Henry’s sharp critique of Tommy, an aspiring actor, detailing his failed attempts to land roles and his theatrical fantasies. The piece recalls a proposed mock script and a satirical letter about auditions, plus a note on a Swiss engineer patenting a device to locate springs and water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Henry ON
Hugh Mohugh
George Y. Hobart
Harper
Tommy
Richard the Third
Jean de Reszke
Herbert Kelcey
Francis Wilson
Jeff [Angell
Mia
Leslie Carter Bell
Hesan
Iack Carter
Tre
Janice Meredith
Frank McKee
Scrose
Marie Noeemler
Pete Dalley
Dramntine Maj
Jennico
Edwin Booth
John Henne
Locey Harrison
Tan McAvoy
GW. Dalling
Beimid
Bern
Reclaiming Swamp Lands Across Vast Areas
The article argues for swamp land reclamation to boost dry-land farming, citing U S interest in reforming marshes like the Everglades and salt marshes in the Northeast. It notes cost efficiency, health benefits, and proximity to markets, urging engineering direction and legislative action.
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Desorten
European
Europe
Denmark
Helgium
Holland
England
Shaler
Engineera
Everglades
Florida
Michigan
Minnesota
Wisconsin
New Jersey
Virginia
Atlantic
Pacific
Thair
United States
Mdal Marahes
Emutry
Bhaler
New York
Portland
The Skelton School Strike Ends in Barnyard Showdown
Maggie Mullins leads a pupil protest at Skelton School demanding Miss Mullins return. Principal Hester confronts the crowd outside Widow Flaherty's barn where a kettle of hot water is brandished. The revolt collapses after Maggle confesses her role, Roderick is found safe, and the strike ends with the tyrant spared.
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Byer
Maggie McClure
Skelton
E Indy
Abe
Powers That Be
Miles Mullins
Tony
Miss Mullins
Magele
Maggle
Maggie
Pew Union
Hester
School Boys and Girls Union
Misa Mullins
Caesar T Hester
Mirandi Mullins
Mirandi Mullin
Ferdinand Hester
Ayuli
Roderick Chu
Fay
Magels
Pringh Pal
Pinherty
Fiherty
Maugete
Aly
Roderick
Jaulter
Magete
Aris
Dragete
Seporters
Ateria
Erbilpalion
Man
Stamp Out Peat Challenge in Central America Port Limón Aid Sought
Bayeras of the fruit porte of Central America appeal to United Saime-for aid to stamp out yellow fever. Port Limón, rebuilt after past neglect, shows progress, with rival shipping parties seeking examples from Antigua and other regions.
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Bayeras
Central America
Port Limon
Manage Shipping Parte
Te Aantlaws
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Shuler
Belencea
Miassippi
Lower
Mississippi
Te Mbelielops
Jamies River
Albenurig Sound
Dietrice
Joseph B. Bowla
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