Henry Harris A Rising Force In American Theatre
A profile of Henry Z Harris born in St. Louis and raised in Boston who built a major producing career in New York. He expanded from book selling to theater treasurer to business manager and ultimately to owning venues and Backing new productions. Harris is described as practical, energetic, and central to American stage management. He has led notable shows such as The Traveling Salesman and acquired properties like the Hackett Theatre, building a reputation as a leading American theater producer.
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Rise of a Theatre Magnate in St. Louis Origins
Harris Harris Carroll era figures emerge as a young man buys into a venture for 2560 dollars, launching a life in "busines" and vaudeville. The tale traces William Harris and Willia Carroll into the Grand Opera House era, revealing how songbooks and early ventures shaped a future theatre power.
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Wiltant Harris
Willa Carroll
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Liv de Bare
Grand Opera House
St. Louis
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Steader
Rise of a Broadway Manager Harris Builds Hudson Theatre
The narrative traces Harris career from early stage engagements with Lilly Langtry and Amelia Bingham to securing rights for Soldiers of Fortune and elevating Robert Edeson. It highlights his financier’s faith George G. Heye backing the Hudson Theatre project in New York, with Harris supervising construction and later becoming sole director after acquiring co-ownership.
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Mr. Harris
Robert Edeson
Miss Binghan
Maude Adams
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Augustus Thomas
Richard Harding Davis
George G. Heye
Hudson Theater
New York
Ranald GH. McDonsalad
Ethel Barrymore
Kate
George G. Here
Pierce's Medicines Name and Persistent Public Trust
An old advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a superior, alcohol-free remedy with printed ingredients, boasting lasting popularity for weak stomachs and liver issues. It warns against substitutes, promotes Favorite Prescription for women's ailments, and touts Pierces Pleasant Pellets as easy to take and enduring favorites.
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Vaudeville Acts At Grand Weekly Engagement
A lively company led by Miss June Agnott receives warm audience support during their week long stay at the Grand Theatre. Hoeffler’s stock company showcases high class singing and a Columbia comedy quartet amid moving pictures. The program closes with a vaudeville set featuring humor and harmony and a note on health remedies in the ads.
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Young
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Earl Burgess Company
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Weary B. Flare
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