Word: popularity
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Dates: during 1890-1890
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...theatre-going public than that of Mr. E. H. Sothern, which begins tonight at the Hollis Street Theatre. Very few actors occupy the warm place in the hearts of the lovers of dramatic art that Mr. Sothern does; and it is not because his father was a great popular favorite before him, but because of his own sterling abilities and charming personality. He will be seen during the present engagement in a new play, "The Maister of Woodbarrow," by Jerome K. Jerome...
Those who know nothing about the game should take advantage of this opportunity, for Association Foot Ball has been for some time the leading game in England, and is fast becoming popular in America. The Rovers have for a long time been the champions of America; on Thanksgiving day they beat "All Canada" by a score of 6-1. The Olympics were champions last year, and have made a very good record this year...
Best General Reference: "The Popular Voice in Elections," Nation...
...recent elections cannot be fairly taken as a popular verdict against the bill, for the following causes influenced the result:- 1. The usual effecs of an off year; Blaine's speech at Phila.; N. Y. Tribune, Oct. 22, '90. 2. Misrepresentation as to prices; N. Y. Commercial Bull., Oct. '90, 3. Minor local issues: Quay, school laws, etc.; N. Y. Weekly Tribune, Dec. 3. '90. 4. Farmers' Alliance; Public opinion...
Foot ball is getting very popular in the North German Universities...