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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 30, 1907

Page

9

The Green Bird Opens at Majestic in Boston

The Green Bird a tropical musical fantasy staged at the Majestic features a large cast led by Fred Lennox as John J. Jones and George A. Schiller as the cannibal king. The plot follows Jones hunting a green bird on the island of Okoko and elevating himself to throne and queen via a staged horoscope. Strong singing and dancing performances, colorful costumes, and elaborate scenery mark the premiere amid broad audience applause.

Green Bird Boston Majestic Theatre D. K. Stevens John A. Bennett James Francis Rumstie King of Okoko George A. Schiller Snitz Royal Astrologer Will H. Sloan Wilful Willie Dick Winner New Yorker Charles H. Bowers John J. Jones Peau Keeeeseeer Alice Hosmer Eoodesess Lovey Blue Monkey Eeeeeese Henry Milto Rumstio Jones Arives Lallapaloosa Happy Qnan Fred Lennox M Jones Elsa Ryan Hilda Darky Eleanor Kent Alpha John P. Kennedy John Lorenz Henry Milton Helen Hayes

Castle Square Theatre Hosts Old Home Week Opera Double Bill

The Castle Square Theatre opened Old Home Week with Gilbert and Sullivan's Pinafore and Mascagni's Cavalleria Rusticana. Lois Ewell led as Josephine with Louise Le Baron as Hebe, Hattie Belle Ladd as Little Buttercup, Otis B. Thayer as Sir Joseph Porter, J. K. Murray as the Captain, and Harry Davies as Ralph Rackstraw. Clara Lane starred as Santuzza with Tallman as Turiddu and Murray as Alfio, while Le Baron portrayed Lola.

Castle Square Theatre Mascagni R. M. Field Boston Museum Lois Ewell Josephine Louise le Baron Hebe Hattie Belle Ladd Otis B. Thayer Joseph Porter J. K. Murray Harry Davies Ralph Rackstraw George Shields Dick Deadeye Clara Lane Santuzza Boston Mr. Tallman Turiddu Mr. Murray Alfie le Baron Lola Coquette

Cape Ann Steamship Rounds North Shore for Pleasant Gloucester Tours

The Cape Ann steamer runs round trips daily and Sundays up the north shore to Gloucester. New passengers join in large numbers this year and enjoy quaint landscapes of Magnolia Swampscott Beverly Nahant Manchester-by-the-Sea and Marblehead. music accompanies each trip.

Cape Ann North Shore Old Gloucester Magnolia Swampscott Beverly Nahant Manchester-by- the-Sea Marblehead Gloucester

Wine Woman and Song shines at Globe Theatre

The merry musical review Wine, Woman and Song opened at the Globe Theatre to an enthusiastic crowd. Bonita drew praise for her beauty and singing, Nat Carr sparked laughter with David Warfield mimicry, and Lew Hearn impressed as Sheriff Tucker with No Wedding Bells for Me. The show runs three weeks with matinees on Monday Wednesday and Saturday, next 2:30 pm to coincide with a civic parade.

Globe Theatre Merry Musical Review New York Bonita Nat Carr David Warfield Lew Hearn Sheriff Tucker

Light house Robbery thrills Bowdoin Square crowd

Old Home Week opened at Bowdoin Square Theatre with The Light house Robbery a tale of fisherman Tom Manley and Rose Prescott. Guardians oppose marriage. Tom loses fortune to James Hammond but justice follows and Rose earns most of her fortune before marrying Tom. Charlotte Hunt Clayton Legee lead with Shearer notable.

Bowdoin Square Theatre Tom Manley Rose Prescott Squire Hammond James Manley Hammond Tom Lighthouse Goddess of Fortune James Hammond Nell Rose Charlotte Hunt Clayton Legee Tommy Shearer Si Kidder Isabel Sherman Jane Stuart Edwin Denison Ralph Brown Frank Wright Leonard Broughton Irene Martin

Theatre Joliette Opens Week with Genevieve of Bra brant

The theatre opened yesterday in its tenth week with the film Genevieve of Bra brant as the main feature. It promises strong acting and beautiful surroundings, plus a humorous lineup headlined by The Matinee Idol. Pictorial ballads by Joe Roth, Jack Clahane, and Julia Sweeney drew good notices with xylophone solos and strong impersonations throughout the program.

Geneveive Brabrant Joe Roth Jack Clahane Julia Sweeney

Blue Hill Reservation Ride Connects City to Scenic Park

Blue Hill street railway runs from the Dudley street terminal toward the Blue Hill Reservation via Mattapan. The line offers a pleasant southward trip through residential areas to a famed public parkway with scenic charm unmatched. Visitors during Old Home Week can also extend rides to Canton and Ponkapoag Ponds for outings.

Blue Hill Street Railway Dudley Street Blue Hill Reservation Mattapan Boston Great Blue Hill Canton Houghton’s Ponkapoag Ponds

Frank Daniels Stars In The Tattooed Man At Hollis Street

Boston actor Frank Daniels appears in The Tattooed Man during Old Home Week at the Hollis Street Theatre, his regular venue. The event showcases local talent in a period theater program.

Frank Daniels Boston Tattooed Man Hollis Street

Keith's Theatre Lights Up Old Home Week Bill in Boston

A bustling Keith's Theatre program in Boston during Old Home Week drew crowded audiences. The Fadettes Orchestra led by Caroline B. Nichols performed classical and popular pieces, while William Courtleigh and company impressed with Peaches. Grigolat staged aerial ballet with doves, and Paul Revere living-picture recitation delighted viewers. Leo Carrillo and the Gregsons offered engaging acts, with Gymnastic jesters Work and Over provoking awe. Stereopticon and kinetograph added parade and Derby highlights to the evening.

Boston Keith’s Fadettes Caroline B. Nichols William Courtleigh George W. Hobart Grigolat Paul Revere Leo Carrillo San Francisco Gregsons Clifford Burke Philadelphia Richard Croker

Tremont Theatre Delivers Ninth Week of The Hurdy Gurdy Girl

The Hurdy Gurdy Girl at Tremont Theatre enters its ninth week to a warm reception. Cast members John Ransone Jacques Kruger Harry Stone and John Hazzard shine with clever comedy. Arthur Conrad’s phonograph dance and a sprightly chorus number refresh the first act. A second visit will reward those who missed the new edition.

the Tremont John Ransone Jacques Kruger Harry Stone John Hazzard Arthur Conrad

Convict 999 Delights Grand Opera House Crowd

At the Grand Opera House A H Woods staged John Oliver's Convict 999 with a packed audience. George Whitaker and Jack Sharkey led strong performances as hero and villain while Adelyn Estee Hall Miriam Lancaster and Elizabeth Rathburn Alice Bradston impressed. Comedy by A H Lang and a vivid Sing Sing escape delighted Boston patrons.

Grand Opera House A. H. Woods John Oliver George Whitaker Jack Sharkey John Blaisdell Adelyn Estee Hall Miriam Lancaster Alice Bradston Elizabeth Rathburn A. H. Lang M. A. Kelly Tom Boston Sing Sing Jessie le Fibre Mazie Harrison Richard Quilter Martin Brown

Old Home Week at Austin and Stone’s features many acts

Yesterday crowds at Austin and Stone’s watched an Old Home Week celebration with the old time museum show. Performers included strongmen, knife throwers, grocer lectures, ventriloquists, and the Isabella troupe. Musical acts and comedy sketches drew applause from visitors throughout the day.

Austin & Stone Trixie Glenfield Punch and Judy Masotti Isabella Professor Hutchins Majone Minnie Burke Miller Lillian Courtney California Harry North Mabel Joyce Violette Dale Arthur Peters Messrs Benedict Carroll Cook Murphy and Tally Brigham Meadows Comedy Company

Nantasket Steamers Ready To Meet Summer Crowds

With the season at its peak the Nantasket steamers depart Rowe's wharf at 20 minutes after the hour and attract thousands during Boston’s gala week. The fleet carries sightseers to Para gon Park, the promenade, band concerts and the famed beach. Boats run on strict schedule with no crowding or delays, earning praise from citizens and officials.

Nantasket Rowe's Wharf Boston Old City Paragon Park

King Philip Sail Provides Prize For Largest Cod Catch

Old Home Week in Boston offers a deepsea trip aboard the King Philip commanded by Captain Edward Dixon. Passengers compete for a $150 gold prize split among winners for the season's largest cod or haddock. The round trip includes lines bait and chowder free for dollar fare.

Boston Deepsea King Philip Edward Dixon Edward W. Dixon Commercial Wharf

Theatre Comique Promotes Old Home Week Program

The Theatre Comique presents a strong Old Home Week programme featuring The Seaman's Widow with its sea voyage and orphan home scene. Also shown are The Paris Auto Race Drunkard in Spite of All Boston New and Old stereopticon views with Governor Guild Mayor Fitzgerald and President Roosevelt. Performers include Madeline Ripley Kathrine Schell Norman Beaux John Magann Joseph Conroy F T Hutchins Helen Qualey Eunice MacDougall Katherine Hawkins and Johnson Gibson.

Theatre Comique Casey Paris Boston Governor Guild Fitzgerald Roosevelt Madeline Ripley Katherine Schell Norman Beaux John Magann Joseph Conroy F. T. Hutchins Helen Qualey Eunice MacDougall Katherine Hawkins Johnson and Gibson

Theatre Premier Show Mixes Drama and Laughs in Vivid Program

The Theatre Premier presents The Vengeance of the Algerine as lead feature with a love tale and desert siege followed by The Nine Lives of a Cat and Too Stout. Musical numbers include Good Old United States and a full special by Harry J. Norton with Ruth Wilmore and others. Little Dave performs bone singing and playing to applause.

United States May Vincent Beth Robie Grace Merriman H. A. Bruce Frank Cohan George Francis Harry J. Norton Ruth Wilmore Bessie Beasley Sig Panin Howard Cheney Charles Turner Little Dave

Palace Theatre Presents Burlesque and Vaudeville Week

Old Home visitors fill the Palace for another summer burlesque bill by Charley Waldron. Two burlesques Frolics of a Night and Hay What Is It feature John Black T Thomas and a witty chorus with Grace Toledo Pearl Black Annie Goldie and Aimee Barnard. High class vaudeville acts and new funny moving pictures accompany two daily shows at 2 15 and 8 15 with cool comfort and smoking allowed.

Palace Theatre Charley Waldron John Black Hay T. ¥. Thomas Messrs. Black Buckley Schuster Dixon Thomas Grace Toledo Pearl Black Annie Goldie Aimee Barnard Louise Brandon Alio

Hub Theatre Bill Showcases Miles Brothers Pictures

Yesterday at the Hub Theatre the Miles brothers presented a varied program of comedy and sensational pictures. The bill features titles such as The Window Cleaner Chasing the Motorists Sham Beggar The Troubles of a Cook Drunkards in Spite of All My Lady's Revenge Lighthouse Keepers on the High Seas and Shooting the Rapids at Killarny. Ben F Loring sings I Never Loved Another Girl as I Love You Ralph Drew and Walter Collier perform illustrated ballads. An excellent hour includes an outstanding instrumental and incidental music program by the ladies orchestra.

Hub Theatre Miles Brothers High Seas Killarney Ben F. Loring Boston Ralph Drew Walter Collier Ladies’ Orchestra

Bass Point to glow with thousands of lights tonight

Bass Point will host a banner day with thousands of bright jets of electricity welcoming visitors. City boats become floating palaces of fire and the war game in the bay adds spectacle as forts blaze in homage to the host. Otis wharf steamers run frequently all day and evening.

Bass Point Otis Wharf Atlantic Avenue

Old Colony to Plymouth Excursion Daily from Rowe's Wharf

The Old Colony steamer leaves Rowe's wharf at 10 am for a full day trip to Plymouth with a three hour sail for sea breezes and coastal sights. Passengers have ample time for sight-seeing and dinner in Plymouth before returning to Boston about 6 30 pm.

Old Colony Plymouth Rowe’s Wharf Boston

Boston Party to See Time the Place and the Girl in New York

A group of Boston friends of Harry Askin will attend the New York debut of The Time the Place and the Girl next Monday after successful runs at the Colonial and Tremont theatres. The show played in Chicago and Boston previously and will tour New England starting September 2 in Lawrence. Coming Thro the Rye opens the Colonial Theatre season on Labor Day with a musical attraction as Ezra Kendall resumes his eastward tour after two years away, with Weather Beaten Benson replaced by Swell Elegant Jones.

New York Harry Askin Colonial Theatre the Tremont Chicago Boston New England Lawrence Labor Day Colonial Ezra Kendall Pacific Coast Benson Elegant Jones

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