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Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1917

Page

2

Nick Glynn Stars With Vogel's Minstrels At Academy

Nick Glynn billed with John W. Vogel's Big City Minstrels at the Academy of Music next Monday night. The uniquely gifted singer delivers a bright, clear voice and engaging stage presence. Prices range 59 cents to 1 dollar with tickets on sale at Elvington's Saturday morning.

Nick Glynn Bhetter John W. Vogel Big City Minstrels Academy of Music Mr. Glynn Umiquhne

The Divorce Game at the Grand starring Alice Brady

Alice Brady returns to the Grand in The Divorce Game a brisk comedy about American women who marry foreigners. The cast includes Arthur Ashley Kate Lester Joseph Herbert and John Bowers with strong reviews expected for the sensational new Brady World production.

Alice Brady Arthur Ashley Kate Lester Joseph Herbert John Bowers

Second Bill at Royal Delights With Girls of To day

Bert Jackson and his Girls of Today Company present their second bill at the Fo oval today and tomorrow. The new show features top specialty acts, comedy, and elaborate scenery likely to win applause and commendation from all audiences.

Royal Bert Jackson Girls of Today Fo Oval

Öyster Roast Shaped by Edelweiss Ad Mention

An advertisement notes Edelweiss as a key element of an Öyster Roast experience, underscoring sponsor presence and theme cues in the event promotion.

The Kaiser Afraid of an Air Raid

Amsterdam reports claim the Kaiser fears air raids and reacts to war news with mood swings. He reportedly dreads being bombed while in a house and has shown horror at alarms but also expressed a wish to witness bombardments of London or Paris by German air forces.

Amsterdam United States America Kaiser Karlsruhe Ones London Paris Herbert Hoover United States Food Administration Red Cross Dorothy Verrill Yates Ss Home Journal Green Meadow Club Thornton W. Burgess

Edel Weiss Ad Teases A Classic German Beer

An advertisement touts Edel weiss inviting readers who have not tried it to discover what they are missing. The copy positions the beer as a desirable, culturally rooted choice with a memorable German heritage.

Ede Weiss

A King For a Day staged with new acts and stars

The piece promises fresh material and star turns with John E Bunny Second known as Pinky Rice, Bert Williams in a suitable role, and the Eclipse Trio performing new patriotic numbers, songs, and dances to boost the show's appeal.

John Ebunny Ond Pinky Rice Bert Williams Eclipse

Acid Iron Mineral Tonic Claims Fast Relief for Rheumatism

Roanoke resident J. C. Shelton praises Acid Iron Mineral as a powerful tonic for rheumatism and chronic indigestion. The natural iron product, sold by Ferradine Chemical Corp., is advertised as highly concentrated and effective for blood, digestion, and appetite, with warnings to buy genuine bottles.

J. C. Shelton Roanoke Mr. Shiron 12Th St. N. W Ferradine Chemical Corp

A Case of Road Judgment Edelweiss Adv

A brief legal note references a road judgment tied to Edelweiss. The advertisement-like item hints at a case action and involved parties, but details are limited in the fragment.

Gladys Varden Aims To Direct After Nine Two Reel Parts

Gladys Varden a 22 year old L-Ko comedienne from Washington boasts nine prominent roles in two reel features over the last five months. Described as a five foot five inch, 130 pound blonde with a pleasant manner she receives attention from director Blystone and spends time at the studio pursuing a goal to become a director.

Gladys Varden Lho H Comedienne Miss Varden Washington

Fritz Says Good Bye Pony Fritz’s Farewell Screen Appearance

Fritz the Pinto pony stars in The Narrow Trail written by Bill Hart and plays a near lead. A fall during filming ended his screen career and Hart retires him to quiet pastures. Though named German, Fritz is described as Irish at heart by Hart.

Fritz Bill Hart Bill

Farnum May Star In Winged Mystery With Thebys And Brey

Franklyn Farnum leads a cast including Rosemary Theby and Brey in The Winged Mystery. The project ties to Rothapfel Reisenfeld and Rialto while naming Rue de Rivoli Paris as inspiration. Bryant Washburn faces a bank scrutiny on draft exemption and pay. Constance Talmadge stars as Norma’s independent sister Peter with distinct looks and merit.

Franklyn Farnum Rosemary Theby Brey Pisfereetion Hondré Rownie Vernon Bryant Washburn En Aigher Board Bryant

New York Photo Play Theatre Suggested Name

Report notes a proposed name idea for the city’s new photo play venue. Hugo Reisenfeld is cited as a key figure in the Rialto era with ties to Mr. Rothapfel.

New York New Photoplay Theatre Hugo Reisenfeld Mr. Rothapfel Rialto

Foreclosure Sale by Wilmington Homestead and Loan Assoc

Foreclosure notice under a mortgage by Thomas Payne and wife and Charles Payne to Wilmington Home sted Loan Association. At public auction for cash at the Court House door Wilmington on November 19 1917 at noon. Property described as start on Sixth Street and Bladen Street lines with specific measurements. Notice dated October 19 1917. attorneys John D. Bellamy & Son.

Thomas Payne Charles Payne Winnington Homentean and Loan Association New Ilanover Court House Wilmington Sixth Street Bladen Street Wilmington Homestead & Loan Association John D. Bellamy & Son

Sleeping Car Line Renamed and Schedules Adjusted

The Winston-Salem to Beaufort and Goldsboro sleeping car line is renamed to Winston-Salem to Goldsboro. The service will operate on trains 232 112 and 111 237 with Beaufort fast cars shifting into the new route. Southern Railway agents and J O Jones Travel Passenger Agent Raleigh N C can provide details.

Winston-Salem-Morehead City-Beaufort Southern Railway System J O. Jones Raleigh

Seaboard Rail Schedule from Wilmington to Charlotte and Atlanta

Train No 18 runs daily for Charlotte with Pullman sleeping car from Wilmington arriving at Charlotte. another train departs Wilmington for Charlotte at 3 55 PM with open sleeper. return trains stop at Union Depot in Atlanta. fares and tickets via City Ticket Agent at Orton Hotel Building. General Passenger Agent John White oversees operations.

Progressive Railway Oe South Wilmington Charlotte Jcharvg Pere CBA Ec Dassen Orton Hotel Cage Cincinnati St. Louis Wilmingto

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Wihningk Chichester Charles Stria Tlanesiy THE New Hanover County Brunswick County D. L. Gore Wilmington, N. C William A. Brady Alige Brady By Leo Ditrickstein Podar Virginia Pearson Uae James J Pinkie) Rice John Hunny George Broadhurst Dancing Boy Wonder Pony Ballet Rivoli Rothapfel Reisenfeld Regent Rothapfel First Theatre Reisenfeld Louvre Opera Constance Talmadge Norma Peter Gladys. Varden Texas Oklahoma D. L. Gore Co Esther Robinson Millie Adams People’s Home Journal Thomas A. Edison Common Nicola Greeley-Smith Edith M. Burtis Florence L. Patterson Annie Hamilton Donnell Elizabeth Irons Folsom Man Frances Foster Williams Madick John H. Allen Hetty Richards Renal Dettoidus Whitman Jarman & Futrelle Princess Street Alma -Brown Royal Theatre Building Seaboard Ais Cere Wera Tone Ullm Charlotte Ilmington John Weiner de Pete Raleigh Atlanta Wilmington Lanta Aur Geosia Florence Sumter
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