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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1911

Page

8

Theatres Next Week Feature Stars and Dramas

The schedule lists Kate Fowler at the Orpheum and Rose Carlisle at the Pantages with Vesta Victoria and Evelyn Munroe at Grand. Frederick Warde and Genaro show at Moore and Majestic. A romantic comedy ends with a groom misadventure, a mistaken coachman switch, a police station episode, and a happy ending for Betty Annesley.

Kate Fowler Orpheum Rose Carlisle Pantages Vesta Victoria Grand Frederick Warde Moore Genaro Majestic Evelyn Munroe Ruth St. Denis

Theatres Book Busy Week With Julius Caesar And Vaudeville

Moore Freder ick Warde stars in Julius Caesar during the first three nights Ruth St Denis closes the week Seattie Max Figman appears in The Man on the Box and The Girl From Rectora All the Comforts of Home Loie All the Comforts of Home Orpheum adds new vaudeville Majestic and New vaudeville Mon day Star Tom Beeson in The Bathing Girls Grand features Vesta Victoria Seattle presents Max Figman in The Substitute

Moore Frederick Warde Julius Ceasar Ruth St. Denis Seattie Max Figman Rector Loie Orpheum Majestic Tom Beeson Grand—Vesta Victoria Seattle

Moore to stage Julius Caesar in Seattle revival

Frederick Warde, last of the old school tragedians, comes to the Moore for three nights in Julius Caesar. Ruth St Denis will debut in Seattle next week with Henry B Harris presenting a three night and matinee engagement at the Moore starting May 11. She brings an elaborate Far East program with seven numbers and a Hindu influence from Prof Inayat Khan and his orchestra. Max Figman begins a four week Seattle engagement in The Man on the Box with Lolita Robertson and the Seattle players mornings.

The Moore Frederick Warde Seattle Julius Caesar Warde Louis James Katheryn Kidder Publc Ruth St. Denis Ruth St. Denise Henry B Harris the Moore Far East Miss St. Denis Walter Meyrowitz Inayat Khan Max Figman Harold McGrath Lolita Robertson Seattle Players Tenant Warburton

The Substitute and The Girl From Rector's At Grand

Beulah Dix and Eve lyn Greenleaf present The Substitute in Seattle in week two, with Max Figman as lead. Vesta Victoria comes to the Grand for a single Sunday night performance. The Girl From Rector's opens at the Grand tomorrow with Roy Clements and others, and All the Comforts of Home arrives at the Lois next week.

Vesta Victoria John The Lois Edward Kellie Roy Clements Virginia Thornton Julia Walcott Harry Cummings Sam Griffiths

Orpheum Tops Bill with Billy McCart and Bradford

At the Orpheum next week stars William H. McCart and Ethelynne Bradford headline a tabloid comedy drama A Legitimate Hold Up. The Five Musical Girls, Ed Wynn, P O Malle y Jennings, Daffybills, and other acts deliver a varied program including live acts by Henry Clive and Mal Sturgis Walker. Kate Fowler performs a songologue and Lightning Hopper closes with rapid fire cartoons.

Orpheum Wiliam H. McCart Billy Ethelynne Bradford Boston Fadettes Ed Wynn P. O'Malley Jennings Crotton Brothers Kate Fowler Lightning Hopper

Majestic Nights Feature Eccentric Gennaro Band

At the Majestic the eccentric Gennaro and his Gondolier band headline tomorrow with a big bill. Nick Long and Idalene Cotton star in Managerial Troubles described as a humdinger. Mann and Franks provide comedy. Mort Fox, a Hebrew comedian, attended a wedding recently and is part of the scene.

the Majestic Gennaro The Majestic Nick Long Idalene Cotton Mann Franks Mort Fox

Nelson jugglers spark originality with Burnt Cork duo

The Nelson jugglers display originality while Spiegel and Dunn offer a line of Burnt Cork fun. The note hints at performers and acts bringing light entertainment to an event.

Nelson Spiegel Dunn

New Acts Headline Pantages Bill with World Champions

Monday at Pantages features Oberita Sister in a novelty dance number. The Four Black Diamonds perform transformation vocal, comedic dance. Brooks and Carlisle present A Can of Humor. The Newmans from Australia claim world boxing on unicycles. Lloyd and Whitehouse burlesque grand opera. Neary and Miller the dancing priests complete the lineup.

Pantages Oberita Black Diamonds Brooks Carlisle Newmans Australia Lloyd and Whitehouse Neary and Miller

Beeson and His Girl Show Heads to Star Theatre

Tom Beeson and his partner lead the week at Star Theatre with a musical comedy burlesque blend. The company adds many new performers and the program opens tomorrow afternoon. The next act on the bill is Bathing Rio.

Tom Beeson Order Star Theatre

Suffragettes Parade in New York Rally Over Equal Rights

About 1,500 suffragists marched in Fifth Avenue with 100 in line to protest New York Assembly inaction on equal suffrage. Union Square speeches drew large crowds as many professions held women in leading roles. a banner proclaimed We prepare children for the world, let us prepare the world for children.

New York Union Square

May Festival Opens With 800 Voice High School Chorus

Three thousand people filled the Armory last night to hear the May music festival opening. The high school chorus of 800 voices led the program, with the Seattle Symphony Orchestra and New York tenor Walter Bed doe providing the musical accompaniment. The concert will be repeated tonight.

Armory Seattle Symphony Orchestra Walter Beddoe New York

Theatres Listings Show Run of Moore and Vaudeville Acts

The notice lists Moore with Lew Dockstader Minstrels at Grand and The Queen of the Moulin Rouge. Seattle presents Zarah Lole and Two Boys and a Girl Star In Politics. Alhambra features Lost 24 Hours. Orpheum Majestic Pantages run vaudeville programs.

Moore Lew Dockstader

Seattle Plans Win Approval for Northwest Development

Helena Mont May 6 The Seattle Commercial club adopted a comprehensive plan for Northwestern Development League operations at a convention. President Hill of the Great Northern hailed the publicity scheme as the best projected in the northwest. The 1912 congress will be held in Seattle with vice presidents named for each northwestern state. Dennis W. King of Wenatchee will represent Washington.

Helena Mont Northwestern Development League Anl Seattle Commercial Club Hill Great Northern Northwest Seattle Northwestern Dennis W. King Wenatehee Washington

Spokane Officials Visit Seattle Mission and Schedule

The Spokane city government will travel to Seattle next Monday. Five commissioners W J Hindley Robert Farrey D C Coates C M Passett and Z E Hayden arrive tomorrow evening. Mayor Hindley will address the Y M C A at 10 o'clock after a Rainier club lunch with officials.

Spokane Seattle W. J. Hindley Robert Farrey C. M. Passett Z. E. Hayden

Kirkpatrick Elected Washington Anti-Saloon Leader

Kirkpatrick of Seattle becomes president of the Anti-Saloon League of Washington. George D. Conger is the state superintendent. Zeta Psi fraternity plans its annual banquet tonight at the Arc together with visitors from Tacoma Portland Victoria and Vancouver.

L, BE. Kirkpatrick Seattle The Anti-Saloon League of Washington eGorge D. Conger le Zeta Psi Franternity Arc Tle Club Tacoma Portland Victoria Vancouver

Reverend to show films at W Queen Anne Church

Rev Sydney Strong of W Queen Anne Congregational plans moving pictures tomorrow to attract non attenders. He argues aging parishioners need modern outreach and will start with The Life of Moses among upcoming programs.

Sydney Strong Queen Anne Congregational Church Moses

Banquet honors Rev. W H H Rees in Everett

Everett affair honors Rev. W H H Rees formerly of First Methodist Episcopal Church at a noon Monday banquet hosted by the Methodist Ministers Association. The event recognizes his service with the Beat tie designation and marks the community’s appreciation.

W. H. H. Rees Everett First Methodist Episcopal Church Beattie Methodist Ministers’ Association

Alaskan Shippers Ordered to Make Triplicate Pelts Returns

The Bureau of Fisheries mandates Alaskan shippers to prepare triplicate blanks for fore and pelts, enforcing standardized reporting across vessels and coastal trade. The directive aims to ensure accurate stock, trade levies, and inspection compliance for maritime commerce.

Bureau of Fisheries

Sleepwalking man falls then wanders to saloon

In New York a man named Francis Whittle, wearing only a short night shirt, tumbled ten feet from a window and, still asleep, walked about a mile to a nearby saloon. He was unharmed and his strange journey drew curiosity from onlookers.

New York Francis Whittle

Arkansas Rejoins Union After Civil War Era

In 1861 Arkansas seceded and joined the Confederacy, then Four years later returned to the United States. The piece notes economic strain and Northern investments in Arkansas. It also reports R. H. Hall a Madison park pharmacist cited under a $300 ball bond for illegal beer sales.

R. H. Hall Madison Park

Mourning Ends Tonight As King Edward Passes A Year

London reports court mourning for King Edward ends at midnight marking a year since his death. King George and Queen Mary will open the festival of the empire next Friday and hold a court on Wednesday.

London Edward George Mary

University Juniors Stage The Butterflies in Meany Hall

Juniors from the university present a comedy titled The Butterflies at Meany Hall tonight. The performance showcases student talent in a campus venue with lighthearted humor and ensemble acting.

Tippecanoe County Births a World Famous Cartoonist

On his thirty first birthday a Tippecanoe County, Indiana, man is celebrated as the home of a world famous cartoonist. The tale recalls his first drawing at school and a beloved pup that inspired John Tinney McCutcheon, contributing to Indiana’s reputation for producing useful citizens.

Tippecanoe County Ind John Tinney McCutcheon John T Indiana

Birthdays of notable figures listed for remembrance

The list recalls birthdays of Robert E. Peary born 1856 the Arctic explorer Francisco J. Yanon born 1861 a bureau official Crown Prince William of Germany and P C Knox born 1854 a secretary of state plus Prof Frank Dempster Sherman born 1860 an author.

Robert EB. Peary North Pole Francisco J. Yanon

Evangelist Hart Announces Revival Topics at Green Lake

Evangelist Hart says the Green Lake Methodist revival will cover Hell on Tuesday evening The Sin of the Dance Cards and the Theatre on Thursday evening and Fools on Friday evening The subjects aim to warn of vice and temptation.

Evangelist Hart Green Lake Methodist Church

Ministers to Fill Firethree Brterian Pulpit in Absence

During Rev. M. A. Matthews absence the pulpit will be filled by Rev. W. Holt of Portland with Rev. Murdock Mcleod of Tacoma and Rev. J. R. Macartney of Bellingham assisting.

M. A. Matthew W. Holt Portland Murdock Mcleod Tacoma J. R. Macartney Bellingham

Dramatic Bible Stories to Be Told by Rev Garvin

Rev Joseph L Garvin will present a series of dramatized Bible stories with the program titled The Dramatic Story of the Bible. The first reading is scheduled for tomorrow evening at the local church.

Joseph L. Garvin

Hood River Shipping Money to Japan Raises Alarm

In Hood River Oregon natives working in local orchards sent significant funds overseas last year totaling about 48 000 dollars via money orders. The flow of cash to Japan highlights a sizable outflow from the community tied to agricultural labor.

Hood River Japan

Notable Medical Doctors Appointed to Milk Commission

Dr. P. V. Von Phul Dr. W. G Booth Dr M. A. Matthews Dr. John B. Manning and Dr. Walter Gellhorn were appointed members of the certified milk commission by Health Commissioner J. E. Crichton yesterday. The finance committee approved a 60000 loan from the general fund to pay Ravenna park condemnation judgment. A 60 cent contribution funded a local consolidation effort, money received by a railroad agent. Truant Officer Lewis arrested Oscar Ekeberg under court consideration by Judge A. W. Frater who urged an order for the father’s jail time rather than the boy’s.

P. V. von Phul W. G Booth M. A. Matthews John B. Manning Walter Gellhorn Certified Milk Commission J. E. Crichton Ravenna Park Park Board Lewis Oscar Ekeberg A. W. Frater

Donation Brings 660 Nordic Volumes to State Library

Swedish and Norwegian friends donated over 660 volumes in Scandinavian languages to the state university library. The event highlights support for linguistic study and cultural access. Separately, chemical technology students toured plants of Seattle Lighting Company and Denny Renton.

The State University Lbrary Chemical Technology Seattle Lighting Company Denny Renton Cla ‘Oo

Hebrews Convention Draws National Figures in Indianapolis

Delegates from across the country gather in Indianapolis for the biennial convention of the order of Bhith Abraham, set to open tomorrow with prominence of Hebrew leaders and affiliated groups anticipated.

Indianapolig Bhith Abraham

Pittsburg Men Donate Fund to King Edward VII Memorial

Pittsburg English residents turned a fund over to the tuberculosis league on the anniversary of King Edward VII's death for a King Edward VII memorial research lab. Andrew Carnegie contributed $1,000 to the cause.

Pittsburg Tuberculosis League King #4 Ward King Edward VII Andrew Carnegie

Steamship Admiral Sampson Delivers Mining Gear and Passengers

The steamship Admiral Sampson waited for Alaska ports with a heavy cargo of mining machinery and general merchandise and a passenger list of 300, the largest this season. A musical program and an address will be given at Hotel Kennedy next Thursday afternoon to aid the Girls' Home and Training School at Ravenna Heights.

Admiral Sampson Alaska Hotel Kennedy Ravenna Heights

Beattie Man Lyman Spaulding Dies at 64

Lyman B. Spaulding aged 64 longtime Beattie resident died Thursday at his home 217 Broad Street. Survived by widow and two children with services pending local arrangements.

Lyman B. Spaulding Beattie Broadst

Mexico Maru Shifts to Seattle for New Cargo and Future Loads

The Japanese liner Mexico Maru moved from Tacoma to Seattle yesterday and unloaded 650 bales of raw silk. She will load flour, wheat and machinery for the Orient. James G. Cannon, president of the Fourth National Bank of New York, will be the guest speaker at a Monday noon lunch by Beattie credit men at the Hotel Washington.

Seattle Tacoma Orient James G. Cannon Fourth National Bank of New York City Beattie Credit Men Washington

Rev Charles L Duncan Named Pastor At South Park Church

Rev. Charles L. Duncan begins tomorrow as pastor of South Park Presbyterian church after graduating from San Francisco Theological Seminary.

Charles L. Duncan South Park Presbyterian Church San Francisco Theological Seminary

Alameda Docked After Alaska Trip With 22 Passengers

The steamer Alameda arrived from Alaska after a stormy voyage carrying 22 fleet class passengers and a light cargo. Shaw Memorial church plans services in McGee hall at Eighth Ave and Cloverdale while a new hall is under construction.

Alameda Alaska Shaw Memorial Church McGee Hall Eighth Av Cloverdale

Mrs Bertha Pentcost Barto Assists Dr Chace Tomorrow

Mrs Bertha Pentcost Barto will assist Dr Frank Chace in services tomorrow after noon at the First Methodist church.

Bertha Pentcost Barto Frank Chace First Methodist Church

Lutherans Attend Regional Conventions in Everett

A large group from Seattle attends the Puget Sound Choral Union and the Young People's Union annual conventions in Everett, highlighting regional religious collaboration and youth activities.

Seattle

Sermons and Services Across Seattle Churches

Rev Geo J Zinn preaches first sermon in Seattle at St James Fremont and St Andrews Green Lake as missions open. Capt Thomas Reilly rushed to Providence hospital after paralyzing stroke at sea aboard City of Puebla. Sixty women attend St Marys Guild annual meeting at Trinity Parish with reception for Mrs C E Rice. Foote Memorial Methodist church opening service planned at Third Ave North West.

Seattle Geo. J. Zinn Missions St. James Fremont St. Andrews Green Lake Thomas Reilly Providence Hospital City of Puebla St. Mary's Guild of Trinity Parish C. E. Rice Foote Memorial Methodist Church Third Av. N. W

40th at Tomorrow Sermon and Addresses by Clergy

Tomorrow at the church Rev. William Park preaches the morning sermon. In the afternoon Dr. John W. Flesher and Rev. W. H. Reen deliver addresses.

William Park John W. Flesher W. H. Reen

Governor Wilson to worship at Seattle church May 21

During a Seattle visit Governor Woodrow Wilson will attend worship at the First Presbyterian church on Sunday May 21. In the afternoon he is expected to give an address on Life's Opportunities following a Y W C A reaper service led by Mrs Fannie L McAbee.

Woodrow Wilson Seattle First Presbyterian Church Y. W. C. A. Reaper Service Fannie L. McAbee

Story of Washington Dental Conspiracy and Spokane Lawyer

A long reminiscence highlights a legal quarrel between a Spokane lawyer and the Dental Combine in Washington. The author defends his career, cites disputed costs billed by attorney Stern, and recalls past trades from barbering to boxing while asserting pride in dentists, barbers, and other professions as part of a controversial narrative.

Washington Spokane Stern Riera India Spokane Inland Herald State of Washington Brown Beatie Dental Combine Ol! Dentiete Combine United States Tex Theodore Roosevelt Mike Doonegan Ambrose Pare France Ethical Society Pare Allan Katmenay Edinburgh Burns Wilam Falconer Jacques Jasmin Chastel Caille Longfellow Toulouse Auch Louis Philippe Jasmin Legion of Honor Richard Arkwright England Day Martin Jeremy Taylor Down and Conner John Kitto William Winstanley Giovanni Battista Belzoni Padua Italy Egypt Baron Tenterson Canterbury Lord St. Leonard Ireland Joseph Mallord Williams Turner Sam Stern Enwin J. Brown D. D. Ss First Ave Union Block L. W. S. Jenskry

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