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Newspaper

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1908

Page

7

Mrs Carter Stars In Belasco's Gloria At The Grand

Mrs Leslie Carter returns to the local stage next week at the Grand Opera House with David Belasco's Gloria also known as Du Barry. The cast features Lucy Daly Pred Wyckoff Lew Kelly Abe Friedland Harry Parent Robert Evans Richard Barry Caroline Hooker Mae Kilcoyne Leslie Lyle with a 50-strong company and a strong chorus.

Leslie Carter Grand Opera House Leslie Arter David Belasco du Barry Belasco Marquis de Aesnoir Cosse Louis France Jeanette Aoes Oman Lucy Daly Pred Wyckoff Lew Kelly Abe Friedland Harry Parent Robert Evans Richard Barry Caroline Hooker Mae Kilcoyne Leslie Lyle

New College Play Debuts at Belasco Theater

The comedy Commence nt Days by Virginia me and Margaret Mayo opened at the Belasco Theater last night to a strong reception. Set at a girls college, the three act piece blends broad humor with moments of intensity and stars Katherine Emmett Florence Wis S. Stone Richard Vivian Verance as leading roles.

Os Angeles Virginia Me Margaret Mayo Belasco Theater New York West Katherine Emmett Florence Wis S. Stone Richard Vivian i Verance

Conried's Grand Opera to Continue After Season

New York Jan 28 Notices have been sent stating the 1001 of Grand Opera established by James Conried with the Metropolitan Opera House will be continued after this season. The decision upsets rivals who planned a musical edition and signals Conried may resign as director of the opera house.

Conried School of Opera New York Grand Opera Jarieh Conried Metropolitan Opern House

Newark censorship panel blocks posters under new ordinance

The Newark Common Council censor committee held its first meeting and refused to permit fifteen posters of various plays. A delegation of ministers attended, while theatrical men said the ordinance exceeds authority and planned to pursue the matter further.

Newark N. J Comtee Newark Common Council Reed

Dramatis Discusses Divorce Play Tonight

S. Jan. 28 Paul Bourget speaks about his play Divorce presented here tonight. He described themes of marriage fate and social pressure and previewed dramatic turns in the production.

Paul Bourget

Bourget condemns divorce as social decay and calls for marriage reform

He argues divorce erodes the family as a social unit, labeling it legalized polygamy and a facade of morality. He cites America as overrun by divorce and presents two options: indissoluble marriage or free union.

America M. Bourget

Irwin's New Majestics at Standard Theater

Fred Irwin presents his New Majestics at the Standard Theater next week. The company, renowned in this city, promises bright breezy and sensational burlesque with Bits and The Kneipe Cure. A chorus of thirty dancers, funny comedians, fresh musical numbers, lavish scenery, and tasteful wardrobe offer a strong, non suggestive show.

If I Were King in Forepaugh Stock at Olympic

One week of romance and opportunity for patrons of the Forepaugh Stock Company at the Olympic. An exact duplicate of the original production will be presented with elaborate scenery and costumes under E. H. Sothern’s courtesy. The Forepaugh management aims for a memorable, picturesque Mounting as the banner attraction of the season.

Francois Villon Louis XI Justin Huntley McCarty E. H. Sothern Ferepaugh

Not Yet But Soon At Walnut With Hap Ward

Hap Ward stars in a revival at the Walnut starting with a Sunday matinee. The sketch features Ward and Vokes in a return to the hit format that first made them famous with foolish humor music and chorus numbers expected to delight audiences.

Hap Ward Ward Vokes

Sousa to feature new soloists in Cincinnati concert

The March King Sousa brings two new soloists to Cincinnati this visit Miss Levy Anne Allen a Western trained soprano and Miss Jeeannette Powers a Illinois violinist who studied with Joachim and Geloso. Powers is on her third Sousa tour and Clarke the cornet virtuoso remains a favored performer with the band.

Sousa Cincinnati Levy Anne Allen Germany Italy Jeeannette Powers Illinois Joachim Geloso Miss Powers Sousa Band Herbert L. Clarke

American Sembrich billed star shines at Columbia

Miss Marie Florence captivates Cincinnati theatergoers as the American Sembrich drawing strong recalls for classical and popular numbers. She declined a summer soloist offer with Innes' Band to study in Europe, proving self made and praised by manager Ziegler for future Columbia appearances.

Edna Aug Trixie Frigamza Columbia Marie Florence Florence Innes Europe Miss Florence Mme. Sembrich Sembrich Ziegler Little Lady

Forepaugh Stock Company Matinee At Olympic

The midweek matinee of the Forepaugh Stock Company at the Olympic will be held this afternoon. The company’s performance of Clyde Fitch's drama Her Own Way has left a strong impression and is one of the season’s most popular offerings.

Forepaugh Stock Company Clyde Fitch

A Wife's Secret star recalls boyhood escape to West

W H Ryne, manager of A Wife's Secret at the Lyceum Theater, recounts a childhood escape at age ten He left a note for his mother to go West to fight Indians Hunger weariness and fear chased him back home by nine thirty p m He found cold reception from family and even the family cat Nicodemus reacts as Ryne tries to begin a tale about the past.

W. H. Ryne Lyceum Theater Nicodemus

Wife's Secret at Lyceum Theater Sunday

The play A Wife's Secret, in its fourth season, comes to the Lyceum Theater Sunday next. Directed by Spencer and Aborn, the production portrays a woman's heart torn by false accusation and domestic strife caused by a jealous wife and an unscrupulous man.

Lyceum Lyceum Theater Spencer and Aborn

Theatrical Offerings Rise With Splendid Scenic Embellishment

A review notes recent dramas offered to the stage will be presented with splendid scenic embellishment and a cast of highest standing.

Dublin Dan the Irish Detective Comes to Heucks Opera House

Barney Gilmore presents Dublin Dan the Irish Detective in modern dress at Heucks Opera House, with a story of love and intrigue set around New York City. Gilmore wrote directed and stars, backed by a strong cast and Irish songs to close each act.

Barney Gilmore Dublin Dan Heuck’s Gilmore Mr. Gilmore New York City

Mrs Leslie Carter Attends Local Melodrama

From St Louis comes a note that Mrs Leslie Carter enjoyed a popular price theater show Sunday evening in Lexes. J Frank Wilstach reports she, new to such melodrama, applauded during a train in the plot while brigands loot millions in coin. The auburn haired box leaner was identified as the famed Du Barry and Zaza actress.

St. Louis Leslie Carter Price Theater J. Frank Wilstach

Anna Held Charms Large Grand Opera House Crowd

Anna Held and her Parisian Model troupe draw another large audience at the Grand Opera House for a second consecutive night. Patrons praise the Parisian glamour and anticipate higher takings than prior visits in this city.

Anna Held Grand F. Ziegfeld Grand Opera House Miss Held

Barney Gilmore Stars In Dubia-Dan At Heuck's Opera House

Irish actor Barney Gilmore appears at Heuck's Opera House next week in his new play Dubia-Dan the Irish Detective. He wrote the piece and performs songs including Irish Blue Eyes and Take Me Back to Ireland. His past song hits include My Irish Rose Bernardine The Swing Song and Baby's Picture.

Barney Gilmore Heuck’s

Roberson Presents Imperial India and Tomorrow Travelogues at Lyric

Frank Roberson announces two travelogues at Lyric Theater on Sunday. Afternoon program titled Imperial India will show life from arrival on shore to sacred shrines and tiger forests with Hindu gods and rubber forests. Evening program titled The Land of Tomorrow explores South America and the Uncle Sam fleet cruise with coffee fields diamond mines mahogany forests and South American scenery.

Roberson Lyric Imperial India Frank B. Roberson Lyric Theater Buddha Vistula Tropics India Mannana Mr. Roberson Uncle Sam

Anna Held Dresses in Paris Frocks and Diamonds

Anna Held travels Paris purchasing new gowns and glittering slippers with real diamond heels. Afina, the Asian model, appears at Callot’s smoking den while Held models six outfits on stage, each described as elegant black satin, cream lace, white lace with green brocade, pink satin princess styles, and a white chiffon princess look.

Anna Held Paris Afina Rue de Laix

Fire Marshals Start An Inquiry Into Insurance Plot

State Fire Marshal John Kramer and assistants Ambrose and Sweeney accuse a city group of plotting to defraud insurers. Writ of habeas corpus sought for Harry Cohn after a December fire at Gest and Pine. Several warrants expected today as hearings proceed in Judge Woodmansee’s court.

John Kramer Ambrose Sweeney Kramer Andrews Reliance Nassau National North American United States

Reds Win Triumph in Advertisers' Club Election

The Regular ticket beat the Blues in Cincinnati's Advertisers' Club election at the Grand Hotel. Results show David B. Gibson 80 votes for President, Ben Mulford Jr 65 for First VP, Tarbell 41 over Ach 35, Tomlin 78 for Financial Secretary, Hall 80 for Corresponding Secretary, Lesser 79 for Treasurer. Directors: Poindexter 49 over Bartles 31, Weedon 47 over Remelin 35, Kelly 47, Gidding 31, Wee don 47, McGrue 44. About eighty ballots cast. Blues used red lemonade and cigars while Reds displayed red emblems. a Blue streamer plus welfare and convention notes followed.

Reds Blues David B. Gibson The Ben Mulford, Jr David S. Tarbell Lee Ach Joseph R. Tomlin H.B. Hall Meyer Lesser Paul E. Poindexter E. H. Bartles W. H. Donaldson L. H. Martin W. H. Kaufman McLean E. Remelin J. C. Kelly J. M. Gidding George W. Weedon James T. McGrue Grand Hotel Smith B. Queal Welfare Committee Cincinnati

Parisian models parade in velvet gowns and lace

The passage describes Miss Held and Edith Decker in ornate gowns including brown satin with diamond heels, emerald green chiffon, jet spangled nets, cerise chiffon, and a mousseline de soie skating dress. Eight show girls model French frocks while Miss Held sings and performs in a pink chiffon outfit.

Held Edith Decker Bertha Miss Held Parisgen Mousseline de Sole

Julia Marlowe Presents Gloria at Lyric Theater This Week

Miss Julia Marlowe headlines her own company at the Lyric presenting three plays this week led by Gloria a new comedy by James Bernard Fagan set in Florence Italy Gloria Capponi is a headstrong captivating Italian girl who conquers through love and mischief with a final reversals and a whip scene Gloria opens Monday Tuesday and Thursday weeks run runs segments noted with Florence intrigue and romantic恢复

Julia Marlowe The Lyric Lyric Theater James Bernard Fagan Gloria Florence Italy Miss Marlowe Gloria Capponi Sir Philip Lilley Sir Philip

Gloriously Unknown Irish Playwright Debuts in Gloria at Lyric

Miss Julia Marlowe brings James Bernard Fagan to the Lyric with Gloria a comedy set in Borgian Italy. Fagan a brilliant young Irishman praised by judges for poetic language and rich imagery, though the author’s first play failed in London. England’s Sir Charles Wyndham has bought the rights and aims for an early February production.

James Bernard Fagan Gloria Julia Marlowe Lyric Miss Marlowe Mr. Fagan Italy Charles Wyndham

The English leading women reject role in Taming of the Shrew

A writer notes that English leading women found the role unsympathetic while comparing it to Katherine in The Taming of the Shrew. She questions why English players fear to perform the part despite familiar precedents.

Katherine

Road to Yesterday Charms at Lyric With Minnie Dupree

Minnie Dupree stars in The Road to Yesterday at the Lyric Theater to a large audience. The clever fantasy and diction create memorable stage pictures, supported by an excellent company. Social patrons packed boxes and the theater as the run continues with continued popularity.

The Lyric Minnie Dupree Lyric Theater Queen City

Amusement Notes at the Columbia and Standard Theater

Cliff Gordon delivers a long roars with a satirical political speech at the Columbia. Bradley and Barnes sing with Fred Irwin's New Majesties at the Standard next week. Bedford's Hope thrillers on Heuck's stage drew an enthusiastic ovation with audience encores.

The Columbia Cliff Gordon

Vedder Delights Guests After Lyceum Performances

Will H. Vedder of Cincinnati stars in Kidnaped for Revenge at the Lyceum Theater and hosts numerous receptions after each show. Friends praise his clever conception and extend warm congratulations.

Will H. Vedder Cincinnati Lyceum Theater

Youngest road manager leads Kidnaped for Revenge at Lyceum

Phil McNiven, once the youngest manager on the road at seventeen, now heads the Kidnaped for Revenge company touring the Lyceum. He famously piloted tours of all Southeastern cities from Richmond to New Orleans and remains a devoted son of the South.

Phil McNiven Lyceum Richmond New Orleans

Notable F. F. W. touring with Mrs Mc Niven in Queen City

An F. F. W. manager and actor praised for leadership while Phil tours with Mrs Mc Niven a nonprofessional making her first U.S. tour north of the Mason Dixon line. She admires the Queen City on the hilltops and is drawn to its popularity.

Funeral Proceeds After Coroner Orders Post Mortem

The funeral of Charles Breen aged 45 was allowed to proceed after Coroner Cameron learned Breen’s sister Mrs Robert Lindsay Ellison Read was gravely ill. The body will be held in Spring Grove Cemetery vault pending a post mortem. Breen died at City Hospital last Sunday reportedly of erysipelas and earlier claimed to have been struck with a blunt weapon in a quarrel. Deputy Coroner Coe will conduct the post mortem today.

Charles’ Breen East Sixth Street Cameron Robert Lindsay Ellison Read Lookout Spring Grove Breen City Health Department Coe

Fourth Caesarian Operation Declared Successful

Doctors C C Meade Wilms and Davis of Pulte Hospital performed a rare fourth cesarean yesterday reporting a definite success. The operation was the second under Dr Meade’s direction and no mother or child survived.

C. C. Meade

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mrs. Carter the Grand Anette Drry Barry Leslie Ainsworth Arvoldee Odogas Ihe Walnut Anna Woodmansee J. J. Castellini Messrs Young & Carl Quéens House Ren Mulford, Jr Ren Gideon E. E. Finch Allan Gollier James W. Brown W. Chambers Queal John Galvin Board of Bradley and Barnes Fred Irwin New Majesties Standard Theater Great Western
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