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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1908
Page
8
A patchwork ad lists deep discounts tonight on imported French voile, wool fabrics, and bridle nail brushes. It also promotes a $3.25 40-piece English porcelain set for $1.05, leather shoes in several styles, and linen handkerchiefs with lace edges, all highlighted in basement department displays.
The death of theatrical veteran Mrs George Howard the original Topsy in Uncle Tom’s Cabin is reported along with details of the play’s early runs in Troy and New York. Other items note Sir John Hare’s farewell tour, Faust tour by Ronabel Morrison, Ada Behan’s move to the U S, and plans for Berlin headlining tours by Lulu Glaser and Shakespearean actors. Also covered are Maxine Elliott’s fainting incident, a theatre manager’s assault case in Trenton, and the Paris run of Tirean Fiane ending after 1,594 performances. A proposed artistie apartment house in Gramercy Park and a plan to form a park syndicate in Chicago are mentioned, with various performances and industry movements throughout.
Polis will present motion pictures The Bridge Of Sighs along with a new illustrated song by Tom Breen and Polis orchestra tomorrow night. Also on bill Mrs Temple's Telegram a lively farce at Polls on Monday October 19 with seats from 26c to 1.50 and Little Mose Wednesday October 21 with popular tunes.
The article mentions the Tle Coney Sealand enterprisee as potential participants in a newly forming combination. It notes their possible role and hints at broader industry alignment without detailing firm commitments or specific terms.
An excellent bill is promised at the Jacques next week headlined by Mr and Mrs Gardner Crane in Mrs Cranes new sketch Pixleys Practical Parents. The playlet features five cast members and is touted as cleverly written by this duo of performers.
A detailed concert bill for Fulton American band at Buckingham Hall tonight lists dances and numbers by Stern Huster Co Gleeson Houli han and others. The seven concert numbers include Two-step Happy Days Levi Waltz and Starlight Maid with a dance order of fifteen. Also noted is Eagles Hall pictures with a moving picture show and illustrated songs priced at 10 and 15 cents.
The Eagles take control of the city for weeks and host festivities at the nest on South Main street. An opening parade is planned for around 8 PM led by the military band, with Mayor Witten E. Thoms to open the gates to the guests.
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