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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1906

Page

5

Viola Allen Leads Cymphetine High Point at National Theater

Viola Allen reached the high point of her artistic career last night as she acted the title role in Cymphetine at the New National Theater. Florence Roberts admirably interpreted a daintier part in The Strength of the Weak at the Columbia Theater. Mrs Stuart Robson and Maggie Cline helped open a promising second week of vaudeville for Belasco. The Majestic Theater drew a good audience amused by Sts 6 and Lunatics. Antiem Play kept patrons in suspense as Mrs Chadwick’s ventures entertained. Change’s offered singers and Labakan tumblers, and under the post office shadow a burlesque troupe pleased a large Lyceum crowd. As weather cools, theater activity is rising.

Viola Allen New National Theater Columbia Theater Florence Roberts Stuart Robson Maggie Cline Belasco Majestic Theater Thor Chadwick Change’s New Lyceum

Viola Allen Triumphs as Imogen in Cymbeline at New National Theater

Viola Allen's Imogen at the New National Theater last night drew high praise for noble dignity and tender reserve. The production featured elaborate period scenery and costumes, with Fuller Mellish and Sidney Herbert delivering strong support, and a lengthy first night marking a notable success for Allen and the company.

Britain Shake Spearman Hecht Cymbelina The Seven Hills Guesta Imogen Sidney Herbert J. H. Gilmour Henry J. Hadfield Alison Skipworth Miss Allen

Florence Roberts in a Problem Play The Strength of the Weak

Florence Roberts, making her Washington debut at the Columbia, drew strong audience response in The Strength of the Weak playing Pauline Darcy. The drama by Alice Smith and Charlotte Thompson showed crudities, but ends with a novel twist that unsettles expectations. Thurlow Borsgen, formerly of Washington, gave a solid turn as Richard Adams.

Thurlow Borsgen Washington Richard Adama

Burlesquers and acrobats dazzle at Empire show

A crowded New Lyceum crowd enjoyed Empire Burlesquers yesterday with Roger Imhof leading principals. The program featured The Doings of Dr Louder and The Four Musketeers, plus Gladys St. John and the Minnehaha Maids singing act, with Alcorons Spanish troubadours Leigh sisters and Martin and Crouch. Casey’s Athletic Club closed the performance amid the fighting craze.

Empire Lyceum Land of Sunshie Roger Imhof Frhof Conn Corinne Dr Louder Jewaps Gladys St. John Minnehaha Maids Acta Tbres Alcorons Leigh Sisters Martin and Crouch Casey's Athletic Club

Vaudeville Review Shakes Lafayette Theater Crowd

Mrs Robson and Maggie Kline headline a lively bill at the Lafayette Theater. The Late Mr Wildcats drew tears and laughter as Mrs Robson delivered merriment and a sly widow’s aria. The program also featured Dome’s satire, Miss Horsfall in a sobbing maid role, and a varied lineup of singers shooters and dancers.

McClusky DeLoris Crecksmen Ward Curran Kennedy Wilking Furius Tannents Onion

Lovers and Lunatics Musical Farce at Majestic

The musical travesty Lovers and Lunatics by Walter Coleman Parker drew a large Majestic audience last night. Joe Morris gave a standout Hebrew caricature with sharp topical verses aided by a strong voice. Florence Little impressed in the lead, while George P. Watson and lively costumes and dancing added spectacle.

Walter Coleman Parker Joe Morris George P. Watson Florence Little

Ned Nye and The Labakans Star In Onase's Matinee Show

A brisk Onase's program yesterday featured Will Youngs and May Brooks, Ned Nye and his sextet, the Labakans with a dog named Folly, Selma Braatz the girl juggler, Claire Beasy with trained cats, Lew Hawkins the Chesterfield of minstrelsy, and Clara Vance the songstress delivering a lively mix of comedy, music, and novelty acts.

Will Youngs May Brooks Onase Ned Nye Labakans Folly Selma Braatz Claire Beasy Lew Hawkins the Chesterfield Clara Vance

The Millionaire Detective at Academy of Music

Mrs Chadwick Sedgwick Run to Earth opens at the Academy of Music with Robert Rose as the millonaire detective who seeks to prevent a bank looting while winning the heroine. Barbara Douglas as Mrs Sedgwick and Anna Hollinger as Alice Morrison provide strong support. George Ovey and Louise Horner add lively specialties. Electric effects heighten a well staged third act as a late Washington audience responds with curtain calls.

Cassis Chadwick Millonaire Academy of Music Robert Rose Wall Street Robert Bancroft Howard Hall Barbara Douglas Sedgwick Anna Hollinger Alice Morrison George Ovey Eddie Louise Horner Aline Washington

Golden Wedding Day Celebrated by Dr Kumler and Mrs Kumler

The golden wedding of Rev Dr and Mrs Jeremiah P H Kumler was marked with a reception at Florence Court Washington with children grandchildren and out of town guests. Among attendees were two surviving witnesses Cynthia Goulding and Miss Barnum.

Jeremiah P. H. Kemper Florence Court Kumler Misa Abigall D. Goulding Little Presbyterian Church Phillipstown Mass Samuel Barnum William M. McKelvy Pittsburg Wight McKelvy Washington James W. Owens Columbus Ohio Margaret K. Atterton Letor

Will of Malcolm B Gordon Filed for Probate

The will of Malcolm B Gordon dated February 11, 1905 was offered for probate yesterday. The entire estate is devised to the widow Sarah L Gordon for life with remainder to her heirs. Mrs Gordon is appointed executrix.

Malcolm B. Gordon Sarah L. Gordon

North Citizens Meet Clayton Emig Withdraws

The North Washington Citizens Association in Hatlip's Hall last night elected William P. Armstrong president after Clayton E. Emig declined a fourth term. Armstrong outlined a plan to form issue-specific committees and report their findings at each meeting. Also elected were Maj. Calvin Farnorth, Dr. Alexander D. Cobey, W. J. Larash, and D. B. Hoover. banquet planning and officer audits were discussed.

North Washington Citizens’ Association Hatplip's Hall First V Streets Northwest Clayton E. Emig Ein William P. Armstrong Armstrong Hmig Armatrong Maj Calvin Farnforth Alexander D. Cobey W. J. Larash D. B. Hoover Mr. Emig Wen R. BH. Lagan C. H. Ov

Thion Endeavorers Meet at New York Avenue Church

The Christian Endeavor Union held its monthly business session at the New York Avenue Presbyterian Church in New York. A social gathering followed for about three hundred attendees with a program of Chopin and violin solos, readings, and songs. Miss Grace Qagood and John Stanton performed, Miss Lydia Hughes arranged the program, and the rooms were decorated with autumn leaves and flags.

New York Avenue Church Christian Walla

Naturalization Plea Marks First District Intention Since Law

John Brennan a 51-year-old Belfast born carpenter of 946 Florida avenue NW plans to seek U S citizenship two years after declaring intent. He arrived on the State of Florida on April 16 1881. Luna Park closes rain postpones events. A mammoth bicycle tournament with 40 riders and a rides down the Incline of the chutes are planned for today and tomorrow. German Day closes the park with special cars for orphans under United German Societies.

John Brennan Florida Avenue United States Brennan Belfast Ireland Luna Park Gill

Teachers Pay Mix Up Seeks July Wages After Board Dismissals

District auditors face a tangled payroll dispute as teachers unpaid since the public school act took effect seek July pay before dismissal dates. Auditor Garrison and Commissioner West will audit the payroll four times and refer to the Treasury Comptroller for an opinion to resolve who should be paid by October 10.

Sea Comptroller of the Treasury Garrison Board of Education West

DAR Sees Record Applications For Membership

The D A R reports a record number of applications for DAR membership received this summer and to be acted upon at today’s national board meeting. President General Mrs Donald McLean will attend as the session opens at 10 30 this morning with most board members present.

Daughters of the American Revolution National Board Mra Donald McLean

National University Law School Catalogue Advertisement

National University Law School invites applications for a secretary position. Apply at the catalogue office, 1331 13th Street NW, or after October 1 at the Law School Building 818 820 13th Street NW. Phone M. 3436.

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