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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1892

Page

6

Baroness Blancs Debut At Duquesne In Deception

The Baroness Blanc appears tomorrow at the Duquesne Theater in Deception, and a translation of Alexander Danas play Le Demi Monde. She is described as tall with striking features and a refined stage presence. The production boasts superb mountings, lavish costumes, and a strong company led by notable artists including Douglas.

Baroness Blanc Duquesne Theater Alexander Danas le Demi-Monde Mrs. Landry Econery America Douglas

Baroness Diane Seen At City Society Event

The appearance of Baroness Diane in the city signals a forthcoming engagement at one of the two prominent theaters and suggests the event will be among the season’s society highlights this year.

Inser Wiens Huntington Vin Ide Waterman Eva Bont Erog Toren Louise Wilson Ndeon Diane

Barry and Fay Reunite in McHennas Flirtation at Grand Opera House

Barry and Fay reunite in the act one of McKenna's Flirtation at the Grand Opera House. Scenic designs depict Harlem street scenes and rapid New York development with squatters and modern flats. The Harlem River view appears in act three as the production marks the pair's final local appearances before a new play tour.

Barry Fay McHenna Grand Opera House Harlem Manhattan Island New York Mr. Fay Senny McKenna Far Boston Philadelphia Chicago Charles Hanford Julius Cesar Booth and Barrett

Candy the Lilliputians staged by the Alvin troupe

The Alvin hosts a Lilliputians comedy called Candy featuring Tom Kloppe a bootblack midget and Nollendorf daughter of a wealthy New York magnate. A trio of boys sneaks into a party, alliances form, and a series of escapades with a shipwild voyage ends in a wreck with novel electrical effects and a humorous island ending. The show boasts a company of over ten performers and strong midget performers led by Franz Ebert and Selma Goerner.

Lilliputians Tom Kloppe Bootblack Duttie Nollendorf New York Willionaire Yandle Aftiller Jom Jom, Manage To Get Into the Nollendorfs Aidy Aily Ally Central Africa Tmons Lottie Collins Adolph Zint Genital Franz Ebert Selma Goerner Sonbrette

Pittsburg Theatre Notes Spark Dramatic Season

Dramatic items from Pittsburgh papers highlight Harper's Ferry railroad drama with Jos. B. Clifton as telegraph operator. Lillian Russell praised for beauty and charm amid reviews of Willard, Rose Coghlan, and various tours. Headlines cover local theater plans, new venues, and a major bankrupt clothing sale at P. C. C. C. with hundreds of items and rail fare refunds for out-of-town buyers.

Harper's Ferry Jos. BD Clifton Og Gee

Stage realism and wonders headline Carlo Hall show

The report highlights remarkable stage realism in railroad scenes and a lively Carlo Hall program. Henry Welton’s trained cat troupe performs tricks while Fatima the Shrike Enchantress demonstrates handling a python and a rattler. Aline sisters Florence and Martin appear in Curio Hall with other curiosities promised.

Carlo Hall Henry Welton Anid Fatima Aline Florence A Martin Nso

French Folly Company Opens At Academy With New Talent

The French Folly Company debuts at the Academy tomorrow night led by Dobby Manchester and Sam Bernard. The program opens with Saratoga Swelle a burlesque on Elche Bells featuring Miss Lizzie B. Reynels with Miss May Adams and Parisian sensations Ta-Ra-Ha-Bum dance. Bernard, the chief draw, stars with William J. O'Brien Lillie Allyn Georgie Lingard and others including Topack Steele La Motus and Maynard in a varied bill.

Academy Dobby Manchester Sam Bernard Lizzie B. Reynels May Adams William J. O'Brien Lillie Allyn Georgie Lingard Topack Steele la Motus Maynard

Davie's Eden Masre Attracts Remarkable Acts

The popular house showcases John Rauth billed as the longest headed man with a fourteen inch forehead. Also features Prof. Sherman's caprine paradox and a troupe of trained coats costing about $10,000. Billy Courtwright leads a company of comedians in "Hey Rube" after leaving the May Howard show.

John Rauth Rauth Prof. Sherman Billy” Courtwright Courtwright May Howard Hey Rube

Lost in New York melodrama at Harris theater

A strong cast performs the melodrama Lost in New York at Harris Theater with new scenery and effects. Notable scenes include the East River by moonlight and Gramercy Park as the story portrays New York life. The advance notice is incomplete.

Wilbur Opera Company New York Harris’ Theater Grance Owen Hoyt Boston East River Gramercy Park Inne

Seven Sutherland Sisters Hair Grower Ad Endorsed

A March 1302 testimonial from RS. De Leroy Jones of Milwaukee recommends the Seven Sutherland Sisters Hair Grower and Scalp Cleaner for six years in a ladies hair dressing business. The note praises hair length and color, offers a free consultation, and lists prices for Hair Grower and Scalp Cleaner. The sisters advertise at 49 Sixth Street Pittsburgh and 18 West Fourteenth Street New York.

Seven Sutherland Sistas Leroy Jones Milwaukee Sutherland Sisters Sixth Street Pittsburgh Ole Manumeterers Ottee West Fourteenth Street New Soeells

Kaufmanns New Book Department Opens Grandly

Kaufmanns unveils a new book department aimed at being a first class literary supply depot for the masses. Manager D C Bourne and assistant George W Backofen lead a complete stock of standard works Juvenile books Bibles albums and fine stationery with low prices and high quality.

Webster Kaufmann Kaufmanns D. C. Bourne New York George W. Backofen Pittsburg

Fine Clothing Ad Promises Quality Menswear

A local shop markets fine clothing with suits and overcoats priced from 10 to 40 dollars. They boast superior cut and trim, claim no cheap goods, and claim their prices are about half of a tailor’s charge. A visit is urged to satisfy both parties.

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