Theatrical News and Polly Primrose at Crawford
The Crawford hosts Adelaide Thurston in Polly Primrose with matinee and night shows. Critics praise the new edition of The Irish Pawnbrokers by Edgar Allan and the burlesque by The Taanon quartet.
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1903
Page
18
The Crawford hosts Adelaide Thurston in Polly Primrose with matinee and night shows. Critics praise the new edition of The Irish Pawnbrokers by Edgar Allan and the burlesque by The Taanon quartet.
A patient credits Dr Miles Remedies for curing nervous troubles and “blood on the brain” after ten years of misery. The testimonial asserts relief from dizziness palpitations and nervous weakness, claiming improved circulation and vitality following the remedy.
A lively column from a New York theater page recounts backstage intrigue and performances. It highlights Sousa led bands at the Majestic, Patti’s contract quirks over The Last Farewell, actor anecdotes, and a poignant note on Walter Hale’s Shrew debut cut short by appendicitis at St Luke's Hospital.
The column recalls Wolf Hopper at the Lyric theater London and Nat C. Goodwin advising restraint as Hopper opens El Capitan. It quotes a quip attributed to a Jefferson descendant about naming a club for single maidens and the humorous suggestion of “Building and Lone” as a relation.
Report from St Joseph notes Pryor, a famed bandleader, impresses New York papers as the best band heard in the city. His roots trace to Paradise Valley and nearby areas, with praise for his musicianship and leadership.
A stray report portrays Jefferson back from a touring season in Canton. He divvied profits around, saying he no longer needed money. Crowds filled venues, and plans for future performances and a possible return to the stage are hinted at amid references to Mrs. McKinley and the Tomb of the Unknown.
The article notes stage roles in the dramatization of Mrs Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch. It recalls prewritten scenery and costumes, limited rehearsal time, and a failed run at Withington. Five years later in London Jefferson discusses film experiments and Rip Van Winkle as a stage figure with Dion Poucicault. The Adelphi premiere applauded Jefferson as a leading actor of the era.
The Philadelphia Ledger notes the first production of The Pit dramatization featured Wilton Lackaye as Curtis Jadwin with Mien Oaker cast as the co-star. The cast included well known actors and a chorus, while the production faced mixed reception and casting adjustments during previews.
A promotion for Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a female tonic. Claims strong thirty five year cures, no alcohol or narcotics, vegetable formula, and targets diseases peculiar to women. Offers medical advice via mail from Buffalo New York and cites patient relief from headaches and general well being.
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