Calvary
the English designation of the spot upon which the crucifixion of Jesus Christ is recorded as having taken place. It lay beyond but near to the city, and by some is identified with the old House of Stoning, or place of public execution, according to the law of Moses, on the top of the remarkable knoll outside the Damascus gate, on the N. side of Jerusalem. It was from this cliff that the criminal used to be flung before being stoned, and on it his body was afterward crucified; for the spot commands a view all over the city, and from the slopes round it the whole population might easily witness the execution. CALVÉ, EMMA (käl-vā'), a French opera singer; born in 1866. She made her début at Brussels in Gounod's "Faust." She has made successful tours of the United States in leading rôles.
From 1893 to 1904 she was one of the most popular and successful members of the Metropolitan Opera Company.
She practically retired from the stage in 1910, appearing, however, still in concerts. 1910, appearing, however, still in conan English poet and humorist; born in Martley, Worcestershire, Dec. 22, 1831; he was educated at Oxford and Cambridge. He possessed an exquisite wit. His "Verses and Translations" (1862), have been often reprinted. His "Society Verses" are marked by by great elegance and geniality. He died Feb. 17, 1884.
Verses" are marked by great elegance and geniality. He died Feb. 17, 1884. MORE (LORD). reformer and