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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1923
Page
4
A theatre review lauding Marilyn Miller in Sally at the Lyric. Miller shines in song and dance with Look for the Silver Lining and Whippoorwill while costumes dazzle. Critics note uneven plot and staging but praise performances, delivering a lively, period verdict.
A crowded Colonia Hall last night hosted a minstrel benefit for St Patrick’s fund under Mia Martin Rinck and Miss Mary Alorris Sey. Arthur Witstandley directed with two endmen Robert Nairn and Arthur Withstaydey, supported by M. W. Healy as interlocutor and a five chorus in orange and black outfits. The Sacrament quartet Steve Vaneho Harold Vincent Del Mora Albert Johnson drew the crowd’s praise. Frances Moore accompanied all numbers. Highlights included Tennessee Dream and That Big Gang of Mine, with dancing by Betty Haddock Vera Plannery and others. The program listed numerous named performers and the finale featured the quartet with chorus before dancing concluded the evening.
Article notes stalled action on revoking licenses of eclectics after a November 28 1923 letter from State's Attorney Alcorn questions evidence. Health department awaits attorney general guidance. grand jury adjourned without action. Further delays expected as investigations continue.
Insurgent Republicans and Democrats clashed over rules as four ballots were cast for speaker. Gust sevenivan and Garrett surged, with Gilliett leading after the third round and final ballot producing 197 votes for Gilliett and 183 for Garrett. A Paris Ribbon club section noted cross sex friendships and a marriage between two members.
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