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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1900

Page

5

Serenade Opens Bostonians Week at Boston Theatre

The second week of the Bostonians at the Boston Theatre opened with The Serenade, a staple opera, drawing the largest audience of the engagement. Hilda Clarke, Adele Rafter, and John Dunsmore debuted in key roles, delivering mixed vocal results while encores highlighted the Bolero and love song. The program will continue with Robin Hood and Beck y Sharp performances as Boston audiences enjoy a busy week of theatre with new debuts and shifts in the lineups.

Bostonians Boston Theatre Hilda Clarke Yvonne Adele Rafter Dolores John Dunsmore Romero Miss Clarke Viceroy Miss Rafter Angelus H. C. Barnabee Duke W. H. MacDonald Alvarado George Frothingham Robin Hood Hilda, Clarke Boston Maid Marion Alan-a-Dale

Miss Morton Delights Boston Vaudeville Crowd

In Boston Last Evening Miss Morton made her first appearance in vaudeville here. She was warmly greeted and uproariously applauded after her songs. The program featured lively turns by Press Eldridge, John C. Fox and Katie Allen, and a roster of acts including D Alma and his dogs, the Livingstone family, and the Seymours acrobats. Bids for objection returns were to be received until 1:06 a.m.

Miss Morton J. J. Dowling Katherine E. Rand Eldridge John C. Fox Katie Allen Fialkowski D’'Alma Livingstone Seymours Pattens Wilson Leicester Morgan Otto Bailey Matson Hoffman Maurice Mile Anita BeBiere DeMora Music Hall Hamilton Winter St Oxford Dorothy Morton Press Mra. Dowling Alma’s Dogs the Livingstones the Seymours Fialkowski Nes’da Orch Musee Tice World In Wax Eden Musee N. Y

Revival of Le Voyage en Suisse thrills Grand Opera House crowd

A grand revival of Le Voyage en Suisse drew a large audience at the Grand Opera House last night. The pantomime delighted with changes and additions, presenting the bridal couple’s Swiss travels in a funnier light, led by Arline Crater and supported by a strong company. Tonight election returns will be read from the stage, and next week William Gillatte’s Secret Service will head the lineup.

Grand Opera House Switzerland Charles Schrode William C. Schrode H. M. Herbert Arline Crater Marion L. Shirley Nellie Daly Harry W. Rich Alfred Kant Frank Fusselton William Gillatte Secret Service

Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde at Rowdoin Square Theatre

The world renowned drama Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde drew two strong crowds at the Rowdoin Square Theatre West End venue. True S James leads a notable cast including Carley as Luttherston Hadfield as Sir Danvers Carew and Susette Willey as Agnes Carew with Edith Talbot and Florence Hale in supporting roles. Souvenir photos of Marta Shepard will be given to coupon seat holders and election returns read between acts. Next week Sapho with a star cast, followed by East Lynne the week of Nov 18.

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Rowdoin Square Theatre West End Rowdoin S. James Jekyll and Hy Jekyll Hyde Carley Uitterson Harry Hadfield Sir Danvers Carew Frank M. Allen Inspector Newcomer E. D. Denison Dr. Lanyon Will Phillins Poole E. R. Philips O’brien Susette Willey Agnes Carew Edith Talbot Mary Ann Hawkins Florence Hale Marta Shepard Sapho

Castle Square Theatre delivers strong Arrah Na Pogue run

Last evening's performance of Arrah Na Pogue at Castle Square Theatre drew a large crowd with lively applause. Lillian Lawrence again excelled as Arrah, joined by Leonora Gnito as Fanny Power and Kate Ryan in Fatty Walsh. Other cast members John Craig J L Seeley Charles McKay Edward Wade Tony Cummings John T Craven impressed as Shaun the Post O Grady Beamish McCoul Major Coffin and the wedding scene. Management announces extension for another week as demand remains high. A special wire has been run to the stage for tonight's election re-

Arrah Na Pogue Castle Square Theatre Lillian Lawrence Arrah Leonora Gnito Fanny Power Kate Ryan Fatty Walsh John Craig Shaun the Post J. L. Seeley O’grady Charles Mckay Beamish McCoul Edward Wade Coffin Tony Cummings John T. Craven Michael Feeny

Quick Colds Bolstered by Ayer's Cherry Pectic

An ad style note urges quick relief from lingering colds with Ayer's Cherry Pectic claiming it cures in a night. The text is old fashioned and market minded, emphasizing rapid results and health improvement.

Hollis Street Theatre Opens Second Week With Wilson

Francis Wilson greeted a packed Hollis Street Theatre for the second and last week of his stay. The Monks of Malabar drew hearty laughter and applause as Boolboom kept audiences in stitches with Madge Lessing. Tonight a reading of election returns closes an engaging show with elaborate staging and period costumes. Next week Frohman’s stock company arrives with a notable cast, bringing Boston its annual engagement.

Francis Wilson Hollis Street Malabar Boston Mr. Wilson Boolboom Madge Lessing Joseph James John Wilson New York Empire Theatre Charles Frohman Hollis Street Theatre Mr. Frohman Guy Standing W. H. Crompton Edwin Stevens Joseph Wheelock, Jr E. ¥. Backus George Osbourne, Jr George W. Howard John R. Sumner George Sylvester Frank Brownlee Thomas Gibson Gardner Jenkins W. B. Barnes Thomas Whiffen Margaret Dale Lillian Thurgate

Lost River at the Park Theatre Gaining Boston Favor

The Park Theatre production of Lost River is entering a second week as Boston audiences embrace the show. On Monday Liebler and Co. will transpose the cast with New York players for a single performance, highlighting stars Mary Sanders and William Courtleigh among others in Boston and New York lineups.

Lest River Park Theatre Boston Messrs Liebler & Co New York the Park Mary Sanders William Courtleigh John Winthrop Hans Robert Eugenie Thais Lawton P. Aug. Anderson Charles Abbe James Lackave Mrs. Preston Mabel Taliaferro Ada Dwyer Haliet Thompson C. B. Hawkins William Hiaveltine Harry Bradley Johnnie Hoey Harry Adams Violet Rand Edith Athelston Helen Thill Marge Carr Cook Wiliam Bechtel Castle Square Stock Company

Immense Grand Theatre bill features The Fugitive drama

The Grand Theatre drew two large houses with a program of drama vaudeville and music led by Severin Pe Dey. Mil dred Eyland as Hester Mar von J J Owens as Arthur Stollery and Frank J Kirke as Crackles head a strong company with Grace Euler and others. A realistic wreck, the Priory scene, first rate vaudeville between acts and a concert by the Grand orchestra complemented the show. Souvenir photos of Mr De Deyn and Miss Hyland were distributed. election returns will be read from the stage tonight every half hour.

Grand Theatre Washington and Dover Streets Grand Theatre Stock Company Severin Pe Dey John Levitt the Fugitive Mildred Eyland Hester Marvon Arthur Stollery J. J. Owens Crackles Frank J. Kirke Messrs James A. Bliss Charles Farwell Thomas Carroll Evan Harris Miss Grace Euler Master Curley Courtleroy Virginia Thornton Isetta Jewell de Deyn Miss Hyland

Keith's Theatre Charms Crowd With Castle Square Veterans

Keith's Theatre presented J. K. Murray and Clara Lane from the Castle Square opera company in Heart and Hand with Murray singing encore numbers. Isabelle Urquhart and Gerald Griffin offered Even Stephen while Dixon Bowers Dixon jeered and danced in a noted routine. The Aldorf-Metro Incident sketch with Clayton White and Marie Stuart delighted, and Rentons delivered a sweet mini Old Homestead. Vocalists Albert L. Guille Lillian Somers Clip ser Quartet and Maud MelIntyre added appeal. election returns to be read from the stage tonight.

J. K. Murray Clara Lane Castle Square Opera Company Keith Lecocq Mr. Murray Isabelle Urquhart Stephen Gerald Griffin Miss Urquhart Mr. Griffin Dixon Bowers Keith’s Robertus Wilfrido Keith's Clayton White Marie Stuart Mr. White Albert L. Guille Lillian Somers Clipper Maud MelIntyre

Andrew Mack headlines Boston Museum week two

Boston crowds packed the Boston Museum as Andrew Mack began the second week of his stay with a mix of romance song and stage action. The performance featured four standout songs including Por Freedom and Ireland and The Sere nade, with strong comic sound from gallery voices. The cast impressed, notably Josephine overt Clara Knott George W. Deyo and Wiwin Vrandt, while next week promises James K. Hackett and The Pride of Jennico with swordplay and a star lineup from the Criterion Theatre troupe.

Boston Boston Museum Andrew Mack Mr. Mack Ireland Gallery Tommy Murphy Josephine Overt Clara Knott George W. Deyo Wiwin Vrandt James K. Hackett Jennico Mr. Hackett Criterion Theatre Includin George Barbier Arthur Hoops Theodore Hamilton Longley ‘Taylor Stephen Wright Ralph Lewis Edward Donnelly James’ Otley Berth Galland Gertrude Rivers Mand Ligh Frances Neilson Fannie Thatcher Elizabeth Halloway

Cadet Girl Opens Final Week at Columbia Theatre

Last evening the Cadet Girl entered the final week of its Boston engagement under auspicious circumstances. Dan Daly drew a tremendous reception while other principals gained near equal favor. The libretto abounds in humor and the musical numbers are lively. Election returns from all parts of the country will be announced tonight. The matinees on Wednesday attract bargain seekers and will continue through the season. Next Monday a new musical comedy titled Miss will come to the Columbia.

Becky Sharp Tremont Theatre Vanity Fair Thackeray David Garrick Boston Dan Daly Columbia

New York star burlesquers debut at the Howard

The New York Star Burlesquers opened yesterday at the Howard under Bobby Manchester. Leading actmakers Will McEvoy and Bob Carlin head a colorful troupe including Sam Adams Nat Brown and Bessie Burns with a one act comedietta The Sousa Girls. Lenni Hawkins dominates the olio with Burke and McEvoy and other top entertainers.

New York Star Burlesquersf Howard Bobby Manchester Will McEvoy Bob Carlin Sam Adams Nat Brown Bessie Burns Adele Irwin Martha Claus Ella Claus Isabella Garfield Allie Newell Belle Mapas Blanche Miller Sousa Girls Legende London Lenni Hawkins Olio Hawkins Burkend McEvoy Carlin Brown Gluckers Sam J. Adams Robinson Irwin Etta Dryer Theerformance Mark Sullivan Mr. Sullivan Mile la Toska Morton Elliott Arnold Sisters Carroll Larkin Emery Russell Jackson Douglas Renee Nents

Quo Vadis Comes to Boston Theater in New American Run

The sale of seats for London Adelphi Theatre production of Quo Vadis began yesterday at the Boston Theatre. The show and its costumes are new to America with a first American preview Monday night. Cast includes Wilton Lackaye as Pergonius Aubrey Boucicault as Vicinius D Lyons as Nero and others.

London Adelphi Theatre Boston America England Adele Theatre New York Max Freeman

Strauss Orchestra to Perform Five Evenings at Symphony Hall

The Strauss Concerts are set for five evening performances and two matinees at Symphony Hall. A high demand for seats signals the popularity of this city duplication of the New York success. The Strauss Orchestra, under Herr Strauss, will feature notable soloists and dedicate several compositions to American admirers. Seats are on sale at Symphony Hall.

Strauss Symphony Halls New York Symphony Tiall

Beauty Show of Nations at Austin and Stone

Marguerite from Gay Paree and a host of international beauties captivate crowds at the Beauty Show of All Nations in Austin & Stone. The closing week features two extra vaudeville programs and prominent acts including the Musical Martens and Collins and Hardt among others.

Marguerite Show of All Nations Austin & Stone Fraulein Lange Beauty Congress Portugal Greece Italy America Congress Winona St. Bernard Trixy Roderigo Martens Wil Barclay Albano Alden Bint Sisters Collins and Hardt Permano Living Photos West Williams Madison Brothers Great Rumir Birdie Lewis Collins and Carlin Dan Anderson Saxe and Johnson Marion and Dean Fannie Aldworth Emerson and Lynch Albene la Brant Bell Richards Claude Frederic

Nickelodeon Curio Hall Delights With Tug of War Event

Manager Walker drew large crowds with a grand tug of war between the McKinley girls and Bryan belles. Other notable acts include the Delti nos knife and battle-axe show, blindfolded knife impalement by M Deltino, and lineups featuring Stuart the bounding wire, Max Wexler, Mme Lincoln and J Page. The Casey Little Parlor Theatre hosts hourly vaudeville by Lynch and Nieman, Marle Stanley, Herbert Warren, Dan Nash, Lottie Harris and others.

Walker Curio Hall McKinley Bryan Belles Deltinos M. Deltino Stuart Max Wexler Mme. Lincoln W. Reyman Dr. Thumin J. Page A. London Casey Little Parlor Theatre Lynch Nieman Marle &Tanley Herbert Warren Dan Nash Lottie Harris Tommy West Nellia Buckley Felix Martin Lottie Raymond Marion Becket Anna Hill Rube Abe Levy

Boston Music Hall Vaudeville Spotlight Shines On Morton

Dorothy Morton, noted for a lyric voice and ravishing gowns, headlines this week at Boston Music Hall Vaudeville, delivering a standout entertainment entry in a class of its own.

Boston Music Hall Dorothy Morton

Mother and Baby Trust in Scott's Emulsion Benefit

Mothers and babies gain from Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil, promoting strength for the mother and growth for the infant. A sample offer is extended by Scott & Bowne of 4eq Pearl Street New York for trial use.

Scott & Bowne Pearl Street New York

Jacobs & Lowrys Merry Maidens at the Lyceum

A weeklong engagement opens with Jacobs & Lowry’s Merry Maidens led by Westie Hanly and complemented by James Lowry Sam Rice Ford West Jack Conroy and Nellie Hanly. New act Enchanted Art Pictures features twelve living pictures. Acts include A Night at the French Ball and A Merry Maiden’s Lovers with burlesques, songs, and acrobatic comedy. Tonight election returns will be shown by wire at the midnight show.

Lyceum Jacobs & Lowry Merry Maidens Westie Hanly Hst James Lowry Sam Rice Ford West Jack Conroy Nellie Hanly Ford Dot West Walter and Maid Conroy and Lowry Schutz and Devene Josie Flynn

Spectacular Week at New Palace Theatre Opens

Joe Oppenheimer's company brings Miss New York Jr to the Palace Theatre for a week. A merry burletta The Rubberville Baths Club opens, followed by Cleopatra at Coney Island in a grand extravaganza. Filton brothers, Nellie Hill, Hattie Mills, Sevon duo, Clifford and Burke, Mum and Nelson, and the Clarente quartet perform full shows.

Joe Oppenheimer Miss New York, Jr Palace Theatre Rubberville Baths Coney Island Alio Filton Brothers Nellie Hill Hattie Mills Harry Julia Sevon Clifford Burke Mum Nelson Clarente Tere

Armbruster Lecture Recital On Song Writers Tonight

The second of Carl Armbruster's lecture recitals will be held at Association Hall tomorrow afternoon. Pauline Cramer will contribute illustrations, and the composers to be discussed are Franz and Schumann.

Carl Armbruster Association Hall Pauline Cramer Franz Schumann

Marsae On The Stage In Washington Tonight

Joseph Brooks and Maclyn Arbuckle head the cast in Marsac and Fontaine a Paris two bohemians tale at the Theatre. The play follows a newspaper ruse about a forged American fortune to hide debts while creditors and society nobles court them. Cast includes Margaret Fuller, Sandor Milliken, William Ferguson, F. E. Abeles, Horace Lewis and Claude Brooke.

Washington, D. C Joseph Brooks Pang Maclyn America Marsac Fontaine Paris Margaret Fuller Sandor Milliken William J. Ferguson Abeles Horace Lewis Claude Brooke

Boy testifies against Roxbury officer in pull incident

Harold Bradbury Rollins, 8, testified before police commissioners that Policeman George E. Lewis pulled him along a Roxbury street car line last July. Lewis, off duty on Warren street, said he merely rubbed the boy’s head as mud was thrown while the child backed into him. the board will rule.

Harold Bradbury Rollins Bradbury H. Rollins Moreland Street Roxbury George E. Lewis City Hall Lewis Warren Street Rollins

Fifty Years in Prison for Double Murder and Assault

John Williams alias John Brooks was sentenced by Judge Young to a total of fifty years in the State Prison. He was convicted in the Supreme Court of second degree murder for the death of Thomas Dobbins in Dover, and of assault with intent to kill Arthur Russell of Somersworth on July 4. Williams will be taken to Concord Prison tomorrow.

Dover N. H John Williams John Brooks Supreme Court Thomas Dobbins Arthur Russell Somersworth Young Williams Concord

Three Naturalization Fraud Suspects Arrested in City

Three men and two unidentified witnesses were arrested by U S Marshals Waters and Pickering on charges of fraudulent naturalization. Defendants Michael Angelo Ciamba of 36 Prince Street Emilio De Cristofarro of 5 Charter Street and Peter Massa of 28 Fleet Street appeared before Commissioner Fiske. Ciamba allegedly lied about being in the country before age 18. hearings were continued. Bail set at $1500 each.

Epee United States Waters Pickering Michael Angelo Ciafmba Prince Street Emelio de Cristofarro Charter Street Peter Massa Fleet Street Ciamba Fiske

Death from gas in store at Myrtle Street

Edward W. Hutt who ran a small shop with his sister at 59 Myrtle street was found dead in the store at 5 am yesterday. A gas odor drew attention. the door was forced and Hutt lay in a chair near a gas stove with its feed pipe disconnected and gas flowing.

Edward W. Hutt Myrtle Street Hutt

The American Queen November issue on stage articles

The November number from Gilchrist & Co. offers features for theatre lovers. It includes The Actresses of the Eighteenth Century, The Art of Eleanora Duse, and How a Great Actress Makes Up for the Stage. Women readers can obtain a copy by applying at Gilchrist & Co 417 Washington Street.

Gilchrist & Co Washington Street Eleanora Duse

Archtor Towed Into Halifax After Shaft Breaks

The Chesapeake's captain reports towing the steamer Archtor into port this morning after picking her up 250 miles from Halifax Saturday afternoon. The Archtor, a Leith, Qet. 20, for New York trader, broke her tail shaft and was adrift.

Archtor Halifax Chesapeake Leith New York

New Haven Now Offer for Harvard Yale Game Carriage

If you are going to New Haven Now to see the Harvard and Yale game why not arrange a party and charter a special parlor car Call on A S Hanson general passenger agent Boston Albany railroad for details.

New Haven Harvard Yale A. S. Hanson Boston & Albany Railroad

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