Word: watchmen
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...stands in so small an enclosure and against the buildings, they consider, is great,- danger from fire during the whole time that the stands remain in place,- danger to life in case of a panic during the exercises. Of course the danger of fire could be minimized by having watchmen; but the danger of a panic can not be obviated without greatly reducing the attendance. Over 5000 people are now crowded into an enclosure which allows each one a space of little over two square feet. 4000 of these people are seated on the stands about the edge and very...
...Watchmen, W. E. Felton, G. K. Denny, G. B. Hanavan, S. Coffin...
There are to be two ballets, one of eight Moorish girls and the other of four watchmen and four musicians. In addition, there will be a special dance by V. Munro '96 and F. S. Hoppin '96. The first interlude will begin with a farcical serenade by polichinelle (corresponding in a way to the English buffoon). He will be interrupted by the entrance of four watchmen who will arrest him and execute an appropriate dance. Then four musicians will enter and dance to the accompaniment of their inharmonious musical instruments. Finally the watchmen and musicians will join in a merry...
...Watchmen, W. E. Felton, G. K. Danny, G. B. Hanavan, S. Coffin...
...necessary expenses of the exhibition will amount to about $600, covering insurance, lighting, conveying of pictures, printing, services of watchmen, and incidentals, The finance committee feel great confidence in asking contributions toward an undertaking which has proved in every way so satisfactory. Subscriptions may be sent to F. J. Stimson, Treasurer of the Exhibition, 709 Exchange Building...