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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1908

Page

6

The Shoo Fly Regiment at the Opera House

On Monday April 13 at the opera house Genkinger presents A L Wilbur's surprise The Shoo Fly Regiment a musical farce comedy featuring Cole and Johnson famed colored comedians in a plot about military life and a bronze 400 regiment sent to the Philippines with Sam Lucas Andrew Tribble Theo Panky and others in supporting roles elaborate scenery and costumes under Cole and Johnson supervision

Genkinger A. L. Wilbur Cole and Johnson Colorel Uncle Sam Philippines Johnson Cole Sam Lucas Andrew Tribble Theo Panky Anna Cook Elizabeth Williams Opera House

Mrs Fiske Stars in Rosmersholm at the Opera House

Mrs. Fiske under Harrison Grey Fiske’s management presents Rosmersholm by Henrik Ibsen on Saturday April 11. The drama centers on Rosmer and Rebecca West and their entwined fates as liberal thought clashes with conservatism, culminating in a self sacrificing love that transforms both. The cast includes Bruce McRae, Fuller Mellish, George Arliss, Albert Bruning, Florence Montgomery, and Mrs. Fiske.

John Rosmer Rebecca West Rector Kroll Rosmer Rebecca Domin Ated Bruce McRae Fuller Mellish Kroll George Arliss Brendel Albert Bruning Mortensgard Florence Montgomery Madame Helseth

Rousing political meeting ends heated campaign in New Wilmington

A large audience heard Henderson Thompson preside at a college chapel meeting in New Wilmington. Speakers included Rev. Andrew Magill of New Castle and Squire W. D. Walton who urged local option and opposed Senator Penrose. Dr. J. O. Campbell capped the event with a fiery Tener Acheson appeal. The session closed a vigorous campaign as locals expected a strong local option victory.

New Wilmington College Chapel Henderson Thompson Andrew Magill New Castle Pennsylvania Penrose Squire W. D. Walton Shenango Township J. O., Campbell Acheson Tener Second United Presbyterian Church Magill Pepino Veazy Fruit Alexander Mitchell A. C. McC

Cascade Theater Offers Varied Vaudeville Acts

The Cascade showcases a mix of acts including the Carrolls’ blackface comedy and I J Miller with a new song. Don Faubio the contortionist, Grace and Grace dancers, and Davis and LeRoy in Hank's Proposal headline a strong first half of next week. Roberts' circus also featured.

Cascade the Carrolls I. J. Miller Don Faubio Grace Davis LeRoy Hank Roberts’ Circus

The Witest Girl and a Rat Troupe Sensation

A program featuring 25 trained American and Japanese rats performing remarkable stunts, presented by Harper Toelle Company in the dramatic treat of the season. Several more acts of merit will round out the program.

Harper- Toelle Company

The Slow Poke headlined at the opera house with Paton in Barry Ware

Manager Genkinger brings W. B. Paton to perform in The Slow Poke as Barry Ware in a limited local run with a strong supporting cast and notable scenic effects. Joseph Jefferson creates a sensation as Creo in a separate presentation. At the Star Family theater last night audiences marveled at a plaster bust transformation piece and a similar show runs tonight.

Genkinger Opera House W. B. Paton Patton Barry Ware Joseph Jefferson Creo Star Family Theater Star

Nocks Begin Practice Amid Cold Weather at Park

A big crowd watched the Nocks in a Saturday practice at the ball park. All players shown well. Manager Porter expects to pick up heat next week after the cold spell limits hard work.

Ball Park Porter

Eggs 15 Cents a Dozen Saturday Sale

Hemphill and McConnell offer eggs at 15 cents a dozen this Saturday at 28 Washington Street. Address reads 19812% though no further details provided.

Hemphill and McConnell’s Washington Street

Palm Sunday Services Planned Across City Churches

Tomorrow marks Palm Sunday the anniversary of Christ’s entry into Jerusalem Catholic churches in the city will hold special services with appropriate decorations. Protestant churches will feature music and sermons referencing the day in their observances.

Jerusalem

Hannahs Lustro Finish For Sale by New Castle Hardware

Item listing from New Castle Hardware Co offering Hannahs Lustro Finish for sale. Includes product name and vendor contact without additional details.

Hannah New Castle Hardware Co

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