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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1912

Page

9

Libby Prison Escape Plan Aided By Confederate Outfit

Six Union officers are chosen to be executed as hostages but Captain Ralph Hunt volunteers to take Captain Ralph Hunt. Lieutenant Bedloe stages a bold escape aided by a disguise and butternut clothing. The scene shifts to a suspenseful exchange as news from Lincoln signals possible reprieve and a dramatic departure unfolds.

Werner Cox Warner Paul Revere Massachusetts Alfred Wood New York Frank Bedloe Lvania Michael Corcoran Alfred Ely Ralph Hunt Kentucky Ippiness Cat Uist Ralph Hoot Tom Thornton Winder Hunt Bedloe Bow Captain Cox Ralph Bedic4 G. F. Putnam's Sons Deacon Hart Marie Mason Washington Jehosaphat Capy Abe Lincoln Simon Cameron Marie Deacon Hart Libby Warehouse Frank Bed- Joe Libby Lee Jackson Frank Turner Potomac Room Kee ‘Turner Cap North Carolina Linme James River

Studs and Vest Buttons for Evening Wear Highlighted

The note discusses adding studs vest buttons and links to ensure a complete set for evening dress. It emphasizes attention to small details to avoid sameness in men’s attire and claims the sets are correct for both formal and informal occasions.

Bridgeport Vaudeville Night Promises Big Week

The Eleanor Cleveland company closes its Bridgeport run with The Little Princess and Sweet Kitty Bellairs. Miss Cleveland headlines with Clifford Bruce and new cast as "Sweet Kitty Bellairs" returns for a grand anniversary. A New Year matinee and festive stage dressing highlight the season.

Frances Hodgson Burnett Eleanor Cleveland Sweet Kitty Bellairs Miss Cleveland Bridgeport Kitty Bellairs Clifford Bruce Gertrude Maitland Ben Southerd Bert Robinson Leslie King Cleveland

Alias Jimmy Valentine closes Poli's Theatre stock season

Poli's Theatre announces the last week of stock with Alias Jimmy Valentine a gripping story of human frailties and higher endeavor. The production stars the Poli company as they bid farewell with a dramatic finale before transitioning to Poli pictorial vaudeville starting Monday afternoon January 6.

Poli’s Fair Avenues Jimmy Valentine Poli Paul Armstrong Valentine

Poli’s Vaudeville to feature top acts at new theater

Poli announces a premier vaudeville bill for Bridgeport visitors next week. The program promises the best acts in the profession, led by the headline attraction, all presented at Poli’s new theatre.

Linden Beckwith Miss Beckwith Bixley & Learner Melba Caruso Moffett, Claire & Co Poli Bell Family Wilson Bros Haydn, Dunbar and Haydn Davis & Macauley Childs Woods & Wryde Bridgeport

Park Theatre Hosts Yiddish Talent and The Rainbow Stars

Park Theatre features Jacob Silbert and Mme Liza Silbert in Benjamin the Soldier on Dec 30 with New York players. Ruth Chatterton stars in The Rainbow debuting Jan 1, after theatergoers praised her Broadway break and Miller’s mentorship drew early acclaim.

Jacob Silbert Mme Liza Silbert New York Park Theatre Benjamin Ruth Chatterton Henry Miller Broadway Rother Miss Chatterton Mr. Miller Penny Miller Merry Go

Runaway Girls and Varied Acts At City Theatres This Week

Clark's Runaway Girls Company performs Thursday Friday and Saturday with the troupe praised for a strong past season. The program features The Maid of Montezuma with striking scenery and effects. Harry Lauder appears at Park Theatre January 7 with new acts and English performers. Miss Mercella Esmonde rounds out the program supporting Richard Carle and Hattie Williams in The Girl from Montmartre at Park Theatre January 8.

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