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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1917
Page
3
Union Church services and special music mark the Chautauqua opening in Newberg. Principal attractions include the Lyric Glee Club, inspirational lectures, and an address by Dr. Andrew Johnson. Admission ranges from 35 to 85 cents with programs featuring concerts, orations, and a minstrel-style show.
The Royal Venetian Band directed by Signor Joseph Lo Zito announces its first Western tour as the featured musical attraction. The group, previously the Newport Beach centerpiece, plays at water places and events nationwide. Mary Ade Hays, coloratura soprano, appears as soloist with the band.
Junior program features Making Americana lectures Misunderstood Mexico and Indian Stories by W L Mellie lecture by W L Mellinger in charge. Evening program includes Mawson Antarctic Expedition lecture Sir Douglas Mawson. Alpine Echo songs and Alpine yodeling by Graus Alpine Yodlers conclude the event.
Andrew Johnson, noted platform humorist, headlines the Ellison-White Chautauqua assembly tour for 1917. The show has drawn crowds across the East and Middle West, and organizers expect another triumph in the upcoming engagement.
Twenty two attractions at Chautauqua offer admission for about ten cents each with a season ticket purchased in advance.
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