Esther's Return to High Society and a Threatened Marriage
In a tale of transformation, Stella abandons a threatened marriage to Gideon, flees with Alfred Vincent, years pass, and Stella becomes Esther, a self-educated socialite in San Francisco. Alfred recognizes her but they fail to acknowledge each other as old feelings revive amid wealth and power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watts
Alfred Somen
Alfred Sioilaly
Stella
Trannhem
Sally Gernard
Gideon
Alfred
Semren
Vincent
Gideon Ingram
Alfred Vincent
Esther Anthony
San Francisco
Frisco
Sally Porary
Lang- Bernard
Suiltum
Sally B
Bill
Vilas
Sally Lis
Hsiher
Sally
Sente Way
Bonnet
Ireland
Pyowd
Osther
Sally A
Sally J
Esther
Hervie
Lang
Ballgown Ambition and Heart in Sally B's World
In a Berkeley mansion a family circles Viola and Sally B as Viola faces a choice between love and social ascent. Viola juggles romance with Alvin and Freddy Bryan while Sally B. parades fashion and influence, pressing for status. Esther observes, and tension peaks as Viola vows honesty over a deceitful ascent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sally B
Anjaeay
Jill
Esther
Alvin
Reakoan Vi
Viola
Italian organ ad ends with Surecure cough mix claim
An ad salesman recalls a failed pitch by an Italian with a piano organ. The instrument’s interior was removed, revealing a sensational claim that Surecure Cough Mix cures colds. The expert notes the misleading copy mirrors legitimate newspaper advertising.
Protecting Stage Darlings Health and Insurance
The article details how theater managers shield stars like Caruso Bernhardt Scheff and Adams with medical precautions and high voice insurance. Caruso’s voice is insured for 100000 at Lloyds, while Dillingham covers Maude Adams for 40000. Private cars, kitchens, and dedicated travel arrangements safeguard performers during tours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Sarah Bernhardt
Fritz Scheff
Caruso
Melba
Maude Adams
Lloyd's
Charles Dillingham
Victor Scheff
Fritzl Scheff
Mr. Dillingham
Mme. Bernhardt
Minrope
Fritzi Scheff
San Francisco
Mme. Sehell
San Francisco Bay
Children of the Stage and Apprentice Training in London
The article examines London child ballet training, noting most feel the stage by apprenticeship. Dancers are indentured for years with a portion of salaries to trainers. Some schools feed specific theatres, offering free instruction until employment, often with parental costs limited to travel. Earnings allocation and protections for child performers are debated amid varied practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Ne Dent
Gossip of the Stage Promises Busy Theatre Season
Julia Marlowe prepares for the coming season while E. H. Sothern revisits his classic repertoire. Cyril Scott leads a Man of the Hour company. Helena Frederick joins for a vau deville season. Gertrude Coghlan debuted on stage with her father Charles Coghlan in Romeo and Juliet playing Inlet to his Romeo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julia Marlowe
E. H. Sothern
Cyril Scott
Helena Frederick
Gertrude Coghlan
Charles Coghlan
Inlet
Romeo
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Lake View
Sally Bo
Luis
Laka
Berkeley
Nike
Freddy Bryan
Dick Bryan
Pally
O. K
Freddy
Reginald Lawrence
Wither
Worth
Parec
Maguis
Sally E
Resai
Shana
Logis XIV
Bernand
Suier
Widders
Sally BG
Tsther
Mother
Yie Wah
Manmay
Tolk
Sally RB
Henry Dixey
Fhato
Audio
Chicago
Children OF the Stage
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