Warfield Company Arrives for Belasco Play in La Crosse
David Warfield leads a large company to La Crosse Theater for tonight’s engagement of The Return of Peter Grimm. Ten stagehands handle lighting while many crew members manage storm effects, circus band, and complex scenery. With forty actors and crew, the scenic rig occupies two wagonloads of equipment.
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David Warfield
la Crosse Theater
David Belasco
Peter Grimm
Mr. Warfield
Belasco
The Littlest Rebel at the Grand Ends With Popular Cheer
The war drama thrilled a large Grand audience with a stirring conclusion. Colonel Morrison and General Grant temper loyalty as a rebel scout’s capture drives the final act’s resolution, aided by impressive scenery and spirited action.
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Morrison
Grant
the Grand
Col. Morrison
Grant Reinstates Colonel as Rebels Scout Faces Death
In a Civil War tale a union soldier befriends a rebel scout through his young daughter the star of the play. The two are sentenced to death yet General Grant rescues the colonel by restoring his rank and telling the scout his pass is signed.
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Grant
Price ranges and base burner entries in mixed currencies
A list shows multiple price points for ranges and base burners, mixing pounds and dollars with inconsistent formatting. Some entries include stray characters and unclear notes, suggesting an OCR-derived record of product pricing.
Little Rebel Roles Shine in Grand Theater Cast
Ottumwa Courier reviews a Christmas era stage piece at La Crosse Theater. Viola Savoy, twelve, leads with surprising acting range while Marshall Farnum as rebel scout and Judson Langill as Morrison deliver strong portrayals. Supporting players Martin Reagan Helen Scott and Huff Jeffry round out a vivid performance.
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Lee
Richmond
Viola Savoy
Marshall Farnum
Morrison
Judson Langill
Martin Reagan
Uncle Billy
the Grand
Helen Scott
Huff Jeffry
General Grant
Ottumwa Courier
la Crosse Theater
Swiss Hold Alleged Spies in Milan
Milan police arrest four suspects tied to an international espionage ring. Swiss authorities report the suspects are alleged military spies connected to ongoing European security concerns.
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Milan
Italy
Switzerland
Mount Clevedale ascent ends in detainment of spies
A club and its members climbed Mount Clevedale but split from the group and descended into Switzerland where they were arrested at the border on suspicion of Italian espionage. Police confirmed their identities and released them, though the film and photographs taken at the summit were confiscated.
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Mount Clevedale
Archduke Ferdinand Karl May Return to Favor in Vienna
Gossip in court circles says Archduke Ferdinand Karl once renounced titles to wed Bertha Czubar may be rehabilitated by Emperor Franz Joseph through Archduke Ferdinand as intermediary. The Archduke reportedly adopted the name Burg during the interim.
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Vienna
Archduke Ferdinand Karl
Bertha Czubar
Professor Czubar
Burg
Franz Joseph
Archduke Ferdinand
Ennoblement of Wife Granted Title Countess
A wife is to be ennobled and receive the ceremonial title Countess marking a rare elevation of status within the family. The announcement describes the honor as reflecting service and standing, with implications for social rank and duties.
In Some Communities the Wearies Demand Light Literature
A brief item notes that in certain communities residents seek lighter reading material. The report highlights a preference for accessible, entertaining content over dense works. Local libraries respond with curated selections and outreach to encourage reading among all ages.
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