The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1894-02-10
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theless. The garrison would be only
too glad to receive him every month at
30 early a date.
The rumored move of the 18th and
18th regiments Of Infantry appears to
have originated in the mind of some
Chicago reporter. 1t is probable both
regiments will remain "as they are"
for another year. just as we will no
doubt remain at this post.
Rehearsals for the performance to
be given for the benefit of Mrs. Nettle-
ton are progressing satisfactorily, and
those taking part are working hard to
make it success, dramatically aud
financially. The date for the entertain
ment will soon be fixed upon.
The military committees of both
houses of Congress having reported IA
yorably on the bill TO repeal the Proctor
l0-year law. and making enlistments
three years, extending the period dur
ing which re-enlistments can be made to
3 months, and allowing artifcers, wagon
ers and chief musicians the benefits of
the Wilson biil-there is little doubt Of
its becoming law during the present
session.
The new rituals furnished for the use
of the Army q Navy Union have been
received here. and are a great improve
ment upon those formerly in use. On
Monday evening next the Garrison at
this post will begin work under not on
ly the new ritual but under complete
set of new books. Arrangements will
be completed at that meeting for the
entertainment to he given at the post
hall on the 18th inst.
Prof. Ross, of Spokane, and Mr.. F. v.
Yeager, Of Ceur dAlene, interested a
large audience at the post hall las: ev-
ening with select stereopticon views of
scenes about the fort and along the
shores of beautiful Ceur d Alene lake !;
also, scenes comical and pathetic, war
views. portraits, etc. The illustrations
were heightened by the use of power
full calcium light. Among the portraits
was one Of General CarIn in the full
uniform of brigadier- general, which
was quite surprise to the audience
and drew forth applause. The noun
tain and lake views were very fine, and
reflect credit upon the artist who Sc
cured the negatives.
Gilbert's celebrated comedy entitled
Engaged, was given at this post last
Tuesday evening for the benefit Of St
Lukc's Episcopal Mission, of Cpur d
Alene, the following being the caste Of
characters:
Mr.. Cheviot Hill, rich but misery
young man, of marrying propeu-
sites. ...-........C Capt. B. ID. Price
Belyawncy, a friend whose income
depends upon Cheviot remaining
unmarried ........ Lieut.. Rowland
Mr.. Simpson, an uncle who expects
an income when Cheyiot gets mar
ried. ........ ......... Lieut.. Smith
Angus McAllister, a tender-hearted
peasant lad who makes an honest
living 10y wrecking railroad trains
Observation-Disclosures. Lieut.. Wholley
Major McGillicuddy, a reckless fire
eater. Observation-Disclosures. Lieut.. Smith
Belinda Traherne, a poetical but
rather mercenery young woman
....:.......... 80. Mrs. McQuiston
Minnie, simpsons daughter, an art
less creature, bent upon marrying
for money .......M Mrs. Wolf
Mrs. Mcfarland, a hospitable wild
ow, who takes in the unfortunate
traveller northumberland Mrs. Price
Maggie, simple lassie, with keen
eye to the main chance Mrs. Wholley
Parker, maid to Minnie 49, Miss Price
This comedy requires in its presenta,
ton talent OF high order. Capt. Price
never appeared to better advantage as
an amateur actor than he did in the
character of "ChevIot Ilill." Mrs. Nc
Quiston's clever acting carried the au.
dience by storm, especially in the sud
den changes from poetic fervor to mat.
ter of fact realities; throughout the
whole play her character was carried in
a graceful and charming manner. Mrs.
Wolf sustained her part most agreea-
bly,, and in the exchange of feminine
amenities with her rival won repeated
applause. Mrs. Price was perfect
Scotch widow. Mrs. Wholley proved a
pretty and pleasing lassie, whose acting
was most effective. The minor role of
Parker" the lady's maid. was carried
most creditably by Miss Price. Lieut..
Rowland had a difficult character to
portray, but he did 1t in manner that
won warm praise, particularly in the
second act. Lieut.. Wholley looked the
brawny Scot to perfection and acted it
nicely. Lieut.. Smith, in his two charac-
tiers, did great credit to them and TO
himself. New scenery had been pre-
pared for the play, and the effective
stage settings were not the least of the
evidences of theatrical good taste man.
ifested at every part Of the evenings
performance. The Fourth Infantry OIL
chestra furnished delightful music dur.
ing the evening.
VIM. Hoskinson has purchased a half
interest in the q. X, market. and the