davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
AT KEITH's.

In lef7, and its color is warm aud its theme Is
romantic. An American military officer loves
and Is beloved by fair Mexican. She IL
wnnted as bride by an outlaw. The cast-off
love Of tho outlaw is beloved by a half breed
who, when he knows that his master has dis.
honored his love, kills him. Information OF
tho state OF affairs Is given by the dishonored
Mexicar woman In spirit OF revenge. ana
here "A Wartime Wedding" hears strong
resemblance 70 "Cavaleria Rusticana." Color
situation and climax almost Duplicates Ma.
seagni's now famous work.
This work, which treads close Oh the heels
Of Grand opera IN iis general impression
offers Jessie Bartlett Davis an unusual oppor.
tunity 10 disl lay her fno artistic qualities
and dramatic instinct She sang with great
brs adth and feeling, ard in iniense moments
rose 10 the distinction of fno actress. as
WILL rs powerful and convincing vocalist.
Her performance was satisfying to those who
are only contented with the very best.
Mr.. Macdonald, as the outlaw, had a part
that called for abou. all his capacity, and no
gave very good account of hims II. His
part OF the score was generous, and his res.
onant voice was heard TO advantage.
MIR. Cowles' remarkable voice had fine op-
ticulsr feature OF the entertainment. He
made the character of the hslf-brecd stand
out. and he had tho good taste TO neither
over-act nor over-sng the part
Helen betram. Henley was also very pleas.
ing ss the captaiu's sweetheart, and sho knew
how TO sing. Alice Nelson and Mr.. Blake
also did exceIIently. Mr.. Barnabee provided
the fun Of the evening as a down-east Yankee
in the ranks OF the American army. Ho
capcrod almost as nimbly ss ho did Is years
ago, whom he was n frequent visitor to this
city.
The particularly strong part of "a War
Time Wedding" Is Oh. ensemble work at the
ends Of acts. whore priusipsls and chorus.
picturesquely arranged, sing with impressive
effect. The music, enthusiastically rendered,
hoa'ed over the house with great volume and
telling effect.
The verdict was In favor OF the new work
last evening. This evening" tho Bostonians
success, robin Hood, :" will DO presented.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
BRISTOL.

A special meeting OF the Council was
held yesterday afternoon.
The superintendent of streets was in
structed to repair the cutters between
Church and Constitution streets, on the
east side of High street, and also cause the
corners at High ana Franklin, High and
Bradford and High anS Church streets to
be brought up to grade or put in condi-
tion so that the surface water will be car
ried off.
In the matter Of petition to remove con-
tents of cesspools and privy vaults there
were several applications presented.
Voted that the application of John
Ennis to remove the contents OF cesspools
and privy vaults be granted; provided.
however, that Ennis pay the sum OF slU2
for license and the contents as above set
forth are to be deposited on the town
asylum farm unless otherwise oroered by
the health officer.
The health officer Is instructed to pro-
ceed forthwith and collect the balance
due the town for license of removing
night soil of last year.
In the matter of dividing the town into
highway districts under chapter " OF
general laws it was voted that the COM
pact part Of the town be district number
one, and all the outlying districts to be
constituted as highway district number
2. Councilman Church was appointed a
committee to take charge of highway
district number two and that $1,000 be APP
portioned to be expended upon that
highway; Sl25 upon Ferry road; Sl25,
Main road; 500, Bay View averu'; sloO,
Metacom avenue; 500, Metacom avenue;
$40, Malt House lane; .sl25 Mount lane;
$125 Pappoosequash road.
In the matter OF the petition OF the
Bristol Train OF Artillery relative to max
ing repairs upon the Armory, etc., it
was voted to refer the matter to Council
man Barbour to investigate and report at
a future meeting.
The meeting then adjourned to Saturday
morning, Marcn %, at 10 O'Clock.
Mr.. William Bradford, one of Bristol's
much respected citizens, died on Mon
day at his home on Union street at the
advanced age of so years.
That portion OF the rubber works which
grinds up the rubber boots and shoes has
shut down for a short time and during
the stop repairs will be made.
Rev. Mr.. Mhitcomb, rector of Saint
Luke's Church, East Greenwich, will
preach Thursday evening at st. Michaels
Episcopal Church.
Under the new law as revised Ii places
all power Of the highways under the di-
rect control Of the Council and they have
exercised that power by appointing one
of its members "a general supervisor.
Last year there were surveyors appoint
ed on sll the outlying districts which
will hereafter be done away with.
Mrs. Charles Bostwick and son arrived
here this morning on visit TO her
daughter.
A settlement has been made with the
proprietors of the Public Market at the
foot OF State street and the business
will again be resumed by Il. G.. Hawkins
of Fall River. Mr.. Daniel Doyle and
MIR. Samuel Kumph will both be employ
ed again under the new proprierorship.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
PAWTUXET VALLEY
PHENIX.

Rev. Alva Carpenter OF Warren will
ofiiciate at the Lenten services at st. An
drews' Church this evening.
There was no afternoon session at the
public schools yesterday on account OF
the storm.
Phenix Council, o. U. A. NJ, will hold
an important meeting in q. A. X. hall
this evening.
The Benevolent Society of the NJ. II.
Church will meet with Mrs. William V.
slocum, on High street tomorrow after
noon and evening.
Fred Winter returned to his home In
Plymouth, Mass, yes ,erday after
weeks visit with Thomas Perkins.
William f. Blanchard was the guest
OF friends in Boston and Cambridge
port, Mass, yesterday.
The Pawtuxet Valley Social Club held
dinner in the clutroom in Spaulding's
block Sunday evening. The Knights
OF st. Patrick Will give n banquet in
Temperance Hall this evening.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17

sayings. John Hanson as the Yankee Clod-
hopper made hit. Harry Brown and Annie
Carter were amusing In a laughing sketch, a.
jovisl, rollicking skit quite acceptable TO last
evenings audience.
Leila Trmble sang several Of the latest ana
more popular songs ia u captivating manner
Nettie DE Coursey, another song bird, became
quite a favorte. and added to her popularity
by a cleverly executed dance. The olio con-
cludod with a negro slxit by Coakley and Ge-
nav, two well-known black-facod comedians.
One OF the attractions of the program was
the living pictures, Of which Is were pre-
sented in a faultless manner.
"Too Much Triby" was tho title OF the
aftor.riece in which the whole company par
ticipAted.
Harry Morris, OF course, was the leading
character as Slang Valley. Miss ollie
O'Meaga, dancer ot national reputo, APP
peared in this portion of tho evenings pro-
gram. The after-pioce wss lively. snd as the
lines of Du Maurier's production were not
too closely followed tho nbsurditics were
highly enjoyable.
The "Twentieth Century Maids" will be re-
peated every afternoon and evening during
tho remainder of the week.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
RIVERPOINT.

The green ribbon is very much in evil
dence here today in honor OF lreland's
patron saint.
Narragansett Lodge, X. of p, meets
In Flanagan's hall this evening.
At the end OF the session a number OF
changes are TO be made at Thornton's
Opera House. The floor which is now
level will be raised at the back and
given sufficient pitch TO allow better
view of the stage from the rear seats,
the galleries will be remodeled and other
changes and improvements made, the
need of which has been demonstrated by
this seasons experience
Electrician Whitaker is overhauling
the machinery at the power station ana
placing IL in condition for the usual ex-
ira heavy work of summer.
In spite OF the snow the sporting blood
of the young Valleyites is making itself
shown, aud both football and base
ball team are being talked OF TO repre-
sent this place during the coming sum
mer.
James McKenna, an old resident here,
died at his home on River avenue Sunday
night. His funeral was solemniZed from
=. :. Peter and Paul's Church this morn
ing.
Mary Lodge, ID. of r., held its semi
monthly meeting in Odd Fellows Hall
last evening.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
NEWPORT NEWS.
The City is in Need of an Ambulance.
The Storm.

NEWPORT, March l7.- Two persons were
taken to the Providence.county jail yester-
day to serve sentence of six months each
for being wanton persons, they being ar
rested in Sundays raids. One was Il.
Randall, a white man, and the other
Mrs Mabel Brown, colored woman.
Miss Emma Brown, colored, who keeps a
house in the "tenderloin" district, which
bears anything but savory reputation,
yesterday pleaded not guilty TO common
nuisance and gave bail in the sum OF
$1,000 for her appearance before the dis
trict court on Friday. A similar case
against her went before the last grand
jury and they failed to indict her.
The Newport Hospital needs but one
thing to make IL a model institution, and
that Is an ambulance with corps. For
years the police have done this duty, and
he police patrol has been brought into
play I'm not only carrying injured persons
10 the hospital, but has been used In the
transfer OF contagious diseases. The de-
partment has been lighting against this
custom for some time Mayor BOYLE l.
supporting them. Yesterday a call was
received at the police station to take a
child TO the hospital who had dipbthe-
riu, but they politely refuse 10 do their
duty.
Why the public servants should be
obliged To handle patients With such
diseases cannot be seen by he officials.
The snow storm OF Sunday night and
yesterday Yves the most severe that has
visited Newport this season, but Il went
away ,lmost as fast as IL came. Up to yes
terday noon fully seven inches had fallen.
II then turned 10 rain and quickly disap-
pearcd. There was some sltighing in the
morning.
bx-secrctary Conant Of the Providence
Y. NJ. {. A. is In the city. u Is reported
that he is looking for a farm ON the
island.
Newport Is soon 10 be- visited by the cell
ebrated tramp" trays, or whist boards,
from Austin. Texas.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
MUNYON'S
R H { U NJ A It's M
CURE

Munyon's Rheumatism Cure is guaranteed
to be- absolutely harmless and a strong ionic
in building mp the weak and detilitatod. IL
cures acute or muscular rheumatism In from
one TO five days. sharp, shooting pains III
any part OF the body stopped by fow doses.
prompt, complete and permanent cure for
lsmeness, sor oreness, stin back and all pains In
hips and Ions. Chronic rheumatism, sciatica.
lumbago, or pain in the back are speedily
cured. 1t seldom fails TO give relief in one or
two doses and almost invariably cures before
one bottle has been used. Prise. 20 cents.
Munyon's Dyspepsia Cure Is guaranteed 70
cure all forms or indigestion and stomach
troubles. Price, IS cents.
Munyon's Kidney Cure speedily cures pains
in the back. loins OF groins and all forms OF
kidney di .ease.
Munyon's vitalizer restores lost powers to
weak men. Price slC0.
Ask your drugs ist for free copy Of Munyon's
Guide 20 Health and treat yourself at home
with harmless RENE dies that contain positive
cures for all diseases. Sold by all druggists,
mostly IS cents "A bottle.
Personal letters to Prof Mnnyon, 1905 Arch
street, Philadelphia, Pa. answered with free
medical advice for any disease.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
CENTERVILLE.

The Woman's Foreign Missionary so-
ciety meets with Mrs. Mary Thurston this
afternoon.
Miss Constance knight of Providence
was the guest Of friends here yesterday.
A young lady who refused to give her
name was knocked down by horse at
tached to "pung," near the bridge, last
evening, but fortunately csc. p,d serious
injury. There were no bei on the
sleigh and she did not notice its approach
until too late. The driver did not stop
to see how badly she was injured, but
whipped up his horse and drove toward
Crompton as fast as possible.
DR.. Fi6eld is recovering rapidly from
his recent illness.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17

the pleasure OF the evening by the attention
and vivacity he gives TO the part Of Toby.
Miss Lucia Cusrbo makes q very beautiful
fairy protectress.
There II the same hustle and hurry OF the
fun-makers in the closing scenes, all OF which
proves very productive Of laughter, and the
closing scene, "The Palace OF the Hours" Is
bewitchingly beautiful.
The best OF tho many points which have
made Mr.. Yale fame us are given in the piece
presented at this theater every evening. and
at tho usual matinees this week, and the
numerous lovers of the spectacular, as well as
those who like to SEQ good specialize, will no
doubt find pleasure In attending one OF the
performances
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17

disturbance ,hJ Soudan, without due
attention 10 the effects uppn Itnly's sitta.
uon In Abysslnia, are brushed aside as Inn
practicable. In fact, IL Is taken for
granted that practically the sole purpose
OF the campaign is for the relief of Italy
as friendly power, and tho resulting in
crease Of cordiality of relations with the
triple alliance.
General Adye Is one of those who writes
to The Times, and points out the military
difficulties OF the proposed operations. He
suggests that it would be wise to wait for
the cool season In the autumn before
entering upon the campaign, advancing
then by way OF Suakim and Berber. But
the objection is promptly urged against
this argument that it would not assist
Italy, which, it is pointed out, sis one OF
the chief aims OF tho government y
Otherwise 1t Is admitted that the expe.li-
ton and the transport service connected
with IL would be much easier in the au-
tumn than now.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
Goodwin in ambition,

In "Ambition," the play which Nat C.
Goodwin will present for the first time in
this city at the Providence Opera House. ON
Thursday evening. Renry Guy Carleton, tho
author, has used snch phases Of Congressional
life. political ambitions. national conventions
and foreign relations with sufficient definite.
nesr and clearnsss 60 make out ~ compare.
lively commonplace subjects a play which
has bcen accepted by the most capable critics
~ the BEST portrayal OF Washington life and
off'cisl environment that hes ever been writ.
tan. In Mr.. Goodwin's company are many
well known players, including Annie Ross n.
lean Clara Walters, Estslls Mortimer. Ethel
Browning, 6eorg. Fswcett. q. .. Montaipe,
Bsnry Bergman, J. @. ssyills. Arthur Hoopes
snd John 7. Craven.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
Westminster Iheaier.

The popularity Of Harry Morris +" Twentieth
Century Maids" as drawing card at the
Westminster Theater can bo Imagined when
the sign 80 dear 20 managers hearts.
standing Room Only" had 60 be conspicu.
ously exhibited. such was the case yesterday
overins. and before the curtain rose every
available seat in the cory little tbeater was
occupied.
The performance opened with an original
conception. buriesque on tho new woran.
entitled the "Girl Bachelors Stag" in which
M - Annie Carter ofiiciaied as president of
ihe club, and IVES assisted by 70 or more
sbapcly young girls, Interpreting the psrts
Of blsso pschelofites Of the generation 20
come In the olio, wi ich was a strong one,
frsush, with clever bits Of acting, and crisp
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
ARCTIC CENTER.

The Holy Name Society of st. James
Church presented the drama "CaptaiD
Jack, to large. audience in ST. Johns
Hall last evening
The mysterious disappearance OF the
Carlin and Moon girls from the formers
home in this place has not proved TO he
SO much of mystery after all, and the
girls have been located at the latter's
home on Richmond street, in Providence.
Both girls have secured employment in
the city, where they went mediately
upon leaving the Valley, and they are at
loss to know why such a hue and cry has
been raised about them.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
Keith's Opera House.

The "Newest DEVILS Auction" is tho at
traction at Keith's Opera Houss the present
week, and this famous production of Charles
II. Yale seems to bove lest mono Of its charms
for MANY residents of this city. The story or
thread on which tho play bangs is familiar TO
every theater-goer, and so is the reliability
OF the popular manager for the constant in
PRODUCTION Of novelties. In the opinion OF
many, the piece Is brighter and more dazzling
than ever before.
large number OF new scenes have been in
troduced, and the richness OF the spectacular
features has been greatly augmented. The
dancers are all good, and the dances numer
Gus and fascinating.
Miss Mamie Conway sings a number OF
songs Of the day In a manner that certainly
pleases the audience. number of comical
pantonime episodes are.given by George ID.
Melville and william huge, and the comic
Juggling Of George ID. Melville met with
marked and deserved approval from every
one present at last nights performance.
Among the more notable new things in this
popular Kaleidoscope are the gardens of the
msDdarins the feast of lanterns, the theater
Of marionettes, the "Rubes" and the musical
nurses. These all are worthy of praise, and
the costumes worn by the dancers at she feast
Of lanterns are very rich and beautiful.
The work Of the conf" Chin Chin acrobats
is bright and neatly done, and the Lorellas
won n good share of tho applause OF the
audience last evening. The members of tho
cast are equal to all the demands made upon
them, Miss Mildred Holden giving a good
portrayal OF Carlos, the shepherd, ard Miss
Mamie Conway proves an acceptable Janet.
William Ruge is.as entertaining and original
as ever Ms an imp OF darkness, and the gentle
men taking the parts of the Mongolians are
all fun makers. Mr.. Melville adds much 20
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
nlv Iraxne Too omnlons.

WASHINGTON, March IL. - Represents
tiyes of the minor bls ball lea Iucs are In
session today to discuss matters In which
they arc Interested, particularly with ref.
ercncc TO the classification Of plnycrs
adopted by the National League at iis last
meeting Tho sentiment is expressed tins
the Nailunnl hoard ia taking upon Itself F.
burden Of minor league busiucss tha
could DO adjusted to tine satisfaction
all concerned by board of minor leagu
ailicials to work in conjunction and l.
copcord with the National league
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
Russia aud Abyssinia.

ST. PETERSBURG, March 1.-THE report
that King Menelek will ask Russia to
mediate between Abyssinla and Italy Is
semi-officially denied here, but elsewhere
1t is declared that Russia has already dis
patched Baron Meyendorf, councillor OF
the Russian embassy at Rome, to King
Menelek with Russia's reply to the latter's
request for mediation and consenting 10
do so. 1t is added that the baron also
takes to the Negus the order OF st. George,
o high Russian military decoration.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
Lothrop's Opera House.

Miss Katherine Roher, in spite OF tho incle-
ment weather yesterday afternoon and even.
ing, received most hsttering welcome home
at Lothrop's Opera House, from which she
bad been missed for long time. meanwhile
repeating her former brilliant successes
throughout New England and the Provinces.
This week she appears in c. e. Callshan's
sparkling comedy in four acts. entitled, "Tho
Buckeye" 10 is the first time the piece has
been produced in this city, and IL is sufficient
to ssy that Miss Robor's part Is exactly
suited TO her peculiar style TO guarantee its
popularity at once. Miss Rober is accompanied
by an excellent supporting company. chief
among whom is j. Gordon Edwards. who has
earned a morited reputation for villainy-on
the stage, only. Tbe plot OF the play was
graphically told In last Saturdays NEws.
and the scenes embodying little OF tho
wild West and little OF the city arc admir-.
ably dispensated. The performances will be
gwen each afternoon and evening, and at tho
saturday matinee the school children will bo
given reserved seats for a dime, rs usual.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
ANTHONY.

A. j. Johnson returned home yester-
day from a business trip to Michigan.
Lille Harding OF Willimantic Is the
guest of Eertha Albro.
The Coventry Woman's Club meets
wita Mrs. Ida harrington tomorrow after
noon.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
E-iTA
(lAg|E|lE;7[jl d
Providence Opera House.

II those who wapt ted 20 60 10 the Providence
Opera House last evening could have reached
the tneater with any degree OF comfort there
would have been a large audience. And ~
the same degree of enthusiasm was developed
ns was shown by those who faced the storm,
the horse would have trembled with applause.
IL has been many years since tho Bosionians
visited this city before, and since the start
ing OF this now famous organization in Bos-
ton. ~ years ago. IL has won highest praise in
foremost amusement ceDters in the United
States. It began with amateur and semi
professional vocalists. They were artistic
sinners. and their singing more than their
acting commanded attention and rendered
delight. Tlis is true to a large extent at the
present time. The strength of the Bostonians
lies in thu good voices and musical instinct of
the principals
"Robin Hood" has been the particular
opera in which this organization has found
almost universal favor. hut De Koven's beau
tiful work cannot stand the wear and tear
forever, and the Bo-tonians have been 'look-
ing about them" for newer material. Last
evening they offered their newest venture,
"A Wartime Wedding" from tho pen Of @.
T. Dazey, with music by Oscar We'll It was
received with extrayagant manifestations OF
approval
After all, perhaps this is the thing 70 be at
snined. Light opera. or comic opera, or Iic.
turesque opera, is written 10 please amuse
mcnt- SEEKERS, and II they ara satisfied what
matters IL II the scheme Of tho opera is inoon-
Tequontial. the text fixed for especial purpose
and the music written for particular voices.
II this Is accomplished with fair degree OF
skill and veniionality. the result Is
generaily gratifying.
All this may io considered true of "a War
Time Wedding" Its scene is laid in Mexico
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17

m an OLD and WELL TRIED REMRDy. sua Toe
over FIFTY YEARS has been used by milliea of
mothers for their CHILDREN while CUTTING
TEETH with perfeo, success iisoothes the child.
,of,ens the rams. reduces Inflammation slisys all
pain. cures w,nd collie 10 very pleasant 20 the taste
soi is the best remedy for disrfhea Sold by lug.
eisis IN Every part % the world PRICE TWEEN.
TY.FfvE CENTS BOTTLE, De sure and ask
for MRS. wINSLOw's sOOrHfNu SYRUP and
,at. no other klnd mothers will ind a. the best
nsalclse 10 uss during the tssthins period-
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17
AUBURN.

The second degree was conferred on
three cand didates in Park Hill Lodge, l..
q. q. f., lest evening
Rev. henry bassett of the Church OF
the Epiphany will preach at the Epsco-
pal Church Wednesday evening. There
will also be music by the chorus choir.
The working people and school child
rem are very grateful 10 Art. johnson for
the paths he made Yesterday morning.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-03-17

a horse ATTACHED 10 one OF Earle Car
penter q Sons ice wagons dropped dead
on Crocker avenue at 1880 last evening.