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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1901
Page
27
A profile of Sarah Bernhardt as a famedFrench performer. The piece discusses her possible Romeo role with Maude Adams and the Frohman team, her English accent and stage choices, and recalls her early training at the Paris Conservatoire, first triumphs, and evolving artistry.
The piece recounts Sarah Bernhardt's rigorous training at the Conservatoire with rubber balls to shape her R sounds, her initial reluctance toward acting, and seven years of labor before Zanetto success. It contrasts her persistence with criticisms of a potential fifty seven year old Romeo and notes Maude Adams as a premier English stage comedienne while echoing Bernhardt's cost concerns about aging on stage.
A San Francisco gathering of ministers led by Rev John Thompson and Rev Dr Bovard debated whether modern drama corrupts morals. They contrasted views on drama as a moral force with Shakespearean virtue, noting plays like The Tempest and Measure for Measure can preach and elevate audiences.
Dramatist Augustus Thomas delivers a sweeping tribute to James A Herne at a service, praising his sincerity, loyalty to truth, and simple virtues. The piece notes Herne as a poet of the poor and a steadfast champion of humanity, with lasting influence on actors and audiences alike.
Chester Park offers free vaudeville shows drawing strong crowds despite bad weather. The current matinee features The Maguires and headliners Whiting sisters and Pau Evere. The Park Opera Company plans a stronger, expanded production next Sunday with stars from the Castle Company including Miss Le Belle Ladd and Miss Irene Mullette.
Thousands visit Coney Island on Sunday with the Cincinnati Turnverein annual outing boosting attendance. The Turners, notable in Cincinnati, sold tickets in advance and organized an athletic program including calisthenics and club juggling.
The Liberati Military Band will perform only selections by Sig. Liberati at the Zoological Gardens near closing time. As a souvenir, each attending lady will receive a copy of his latest success An American Song.
A crowded program for Labor Day features a humorous sketch by Harry E. Boyd and a female emcee, with Rain and Regi ment Band performing this afternoon and evening. Amusements include chutes Ferris wheel pony track boats bowls alley and midway. Extra wait staff at the clubhouse maintains its reputation during the event.
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