The New York Clipper (August 1903)

632 THE NEW YORK CLIPPER. August 29. NEW YORK CITY. •■ . ■ : I i ;■■! Re tU w and Commpot.-I.Bjt week'l Weather was not conducive to Indoor amusc- tuent, but In spite of. that fact a number of homes kept to their previous announcement! and opened their floors. The Gabbick and the Fourteenth BTBXET opened Monday, Aug. 17, while the West End, Minib'h Kiuhth Avenub and Bowert, and..the Lo»: Doti thiwi open f,hair doom Saturday, 22. At' the .Gabbick Theatre, Aug. 17, "Vivian's rapes," a three act farce, bj Leo D)trlchitc!ri, was given Ita drat metropoli- tan-predbcHon,'and-'acored a iucceai. The work was originally acted Aug. 14, at Town II 4 1|, 8 arildga,: N.' Y, At the Fou b- teenth Street TilBATU, 17, Nat M. Willi made bis metropolitan atellar debut, In "A Won of Rest," a two act farce comedy, by George Weston. The star and play met with favor,' The West End opened Satur- day night, 22, with Willi* Granger, In "A Gentleman of France." On the some data Miner's Eighth avenue. Miner's fly webt, and the London Theatres opened with the Cracker Jacks, the Merry Haldeni and .the Horning Glories, respectively The continued attraction! for the week end- lag. Aug. 22 were: i "The Earl of Fawtucket" at the Manhattan, "The Runaways" at'the Casino, "Vivian's Papas" at the Gaurick, "A Hon of Rest" at the Fourteenth Street, "Tile Wizard of Oz"; at the Majestic^ the Duis Orchestra at Madison Square Garden, -Japan at;: Night'-' at the Madison Square Boor' Garden*, Summer operas at, Tbrracb Gaipen, "The Sleeping Beauty" at Man- hattan Beach, and "Tho Christian" at the Aual-eht , ( the -last named cloalng on that date". , Dramas by - the F. F, Proctor stock fiApaafei, with added -vaudeville' features, ere presented at raoCTon's Fifth Avenue cAd One Hundred and TwaNTT-riv-rK StsEET The one week standi closing 12 were: "Down By the Sea" at the Third Avenue, "The Factory Girl" at Proctor's Firrr : EiQHTH Street, "The Winning Hand" at ths Metboi'qlis, and "Two Little Va- grant*" at toe Star ...... Variety enter- tainment was fiirnlHlied at Keith's Union Souare, Cbtstal Garden, Proctor's Twen- tmbird Street, Paradise Gardens, Toni Fa-stor's and Lion Palace. Summer vaude- ville was also presented at Brighton Beach, Henderson's Mibic Hall and Luna Park, Coney Island; Morrison's Mubic Haul, Rockaway , Beach, and the Floating Roof fiAIIDEN. 1 , .• ':- Mad lion Siiaare Theatre (Nathaniel Both, manager).—The season at this house was Inaugurated Monday night, Aug. 24, with the flnt production on any stage of "My Wife's Husband,'« a farce, In three acts* by Edwin Milton Boyle. The -story of. the play deals with tbe matrimonial ex- rlencei of Gwendolin Winston, who, when «?'P>*y begins, It develops has already en three times married and divorced, and before tho final curtain she takes to her- self the fourth husband. Noh. 1, 2 and 8 hsve been easily disposed of and In reality give her no cauMo tor anxiety, but the author, for comedy reasons, makes No. 4 jealous of No. 1. whom bo believes to bo dead, but who proves to- bo alive. The basis of the story oTordB i opportunity for amusing complica- tions, but Mr. Boyle has failed to fully carry out the Idea, ana while he bas Infused tbe work with considerable brightness, much of It Is' strained and lacks spontanlety. The author hai bIbo- failed In the proper con- struction of his work and many of tbe entrances and exits are forced and un- natural. The presenting company, beaded by Mr. and Mrs. Royle, proved; capable and made considerable or their opportunities In spite of nervousness on the 'part of most of them. Mr. Boyle acted with his, usual spirit and pleased, but bis wife did the better ' work. Hugo Toland waa capital as e rather modified type of the regulation Ore eating Kentucky colonel. 'Jennie Baterlee, who was about the only member of the caat who bad con- trol of tier nerves, gave one of her well known Impersonations of an Irish maid, and scored a success. Tbe others did well. The play was nicely staged. Tbe cast In full: Gwendolin Winston, Selena Fetter Boyle; Maggie, Jennie Satterlee; 8entor Matioon, No. 1, Ralph Delmore; Representative Bob- bins, No. 2, Robert Peyton Carter; William Drlnkwster, No. S, Edward Abelos; Ralph Klrtley, No. 4. Edwin Milton Boyle; Col. Sandolph Klrtley, Hugo Toland; Emily aud Klrtloy, Grace Henderson: Rev. Main- ball Marshall, W. H. Post; Mr. Glisard, Ed- ward See; Miss Fox, Madeleine Haslett; Mrs. Willoughby, Laura Wood; MIsb Trues- ward Bee; Miss Fox, Madeleine Haslett;. Mts. Willoughby, Laura Wood; MIsb Trues- dale, Charlotte Lander; Miss Loguerot, Louise Bates; Head Porter, Cam Mnuvol; <Mpse, the driver, Moses Fairfax. The pro- duction is under the direction of Nathaniel Both, who has also assumed, tbe control of this theatre during this engagement, which Is Intended to extend to 1 the first week in October. . . Third Avenue Theatre (Martin J. lilxon. manager).—"Two Llttlo Sailor Boys," a melodrama,, in four acts, by B. Walter Howard, -was produced here for the first time In America Monday evening, Aug. 24, with the following cast: Captain Noel Tre- garthen, R. N., Joseph Cleworth; Lieut. Richard Redstone. R. N., George Angus; Captain -Tom Torke, Rupert Bertland; Ad- miral Grey. R N.. William Frederic; Jack Jolly, Albert Rumble; Ben Barter, Loo. D. Wharton; Jim Hoyatou, alias Foster.- W. Hargreaves Jr.; Thompson, Frank Greyson : UarJter, Albert Newton; Blinker, Ernest Drew; Inspector Johnson, Russell Johnson Lola Grey, Esther Rujaero; Mildred Grey, Marlon rrederlcBi Lucy Wilson, Carrie He- wini; (Cyril .Grey and Tom Yorko, Ethel Lvnn and Leslie Haskell. Tbe scenes are laid In England. Mrs. T. J. Boyle Is pro- prietor: J. Gordon Edwards, manager; Ben F. Wolcott, business manager; W. H. Ilsr- greavos. stage manager, i Next week, "On the Frontier. Madison Mpsj. Roof Garden (Kii- blshlbl ft Aral, managers). — "Japan by night and tbe opera, "Otoyo," are drawing ppfendldly. This la the 1 last week of the run pn this roof. •• Casino (Sam S. ft Lee 8hubert, mana- ger!).—"The Runaways" Is now In Its six- teenth week. • Crystal 'Garden (Klaw ft Erlunger, managers).—"Tho Darling of the nailery Gods," Nod Way-burn's Minstrel MIskcs, tho nautical skit. "Lifting tbe Cup;" the English Pony Ballet. Prof. Tib Marr, and other at- tractions •■ are drawing well. Thin Is the last week of the roof entertainments. Fourteenth Street Theatre (J. Wes- ley RoserHjuoBt. manager).—Nat M. WIIIb. In "A Bon of Heat." entered upon his second week Aug. 24, 8tar. play and everything iTinnwted with (he entertainment have been given ll\c umnlslnknhtc mnrka of public ap- proval.' " Majestic Theatre (Geo. II. Nlrolnl, miinngerX.—"'The Wliard of Ox" Is now In Its thirty-first week. David. C. Montgomery, who has b«en abroad, returned to the cast on Aug. 24. Business at the bouse Is enormous. Proctor's Fifth Avenne Theatre (J. Austin Fynes, general manager). — "My Sweetheart" • engages tbe attention of tbe Proctor Stock Company this week, and on Monday, Aug. 24, a fair afternoon bouse and ' a large evening audience gave every evidence of enjoying tbe performance. Jessie Mae nail played delightfully, and with becoming In- f;enuousness, .and her singing was psrtlcu- arly pleasing. Robert Cummlogs made a manly hero, and be acted with force and con- viction, while George Friend, Will 8. Rising and Duntsn- Harris all made-Individual hlta In character* Ales, r'Charlea*M. Seay played well tbe role of a negro, while Alice Gale and Beatrice Morgan rendered good accounts of themselves. In tbe vaudeville bill were: The De Laskaa, in their excellent offering, "Tbe MaglcAVCMnV BeTtba WIIsea, vo- calist; Byrne and West, comedy musical act; Caroline Rlcblngs, comedienne; Keeler and Don. comedy Jugglers, and Zerlta, contor- tionist Cast of "My Sweetheart:" Farmer Hatxwell, George Friend; Doctor Oliver, Robt. Cummlng*; Tony Faust, Will 8. Rising; Dudley Harcourt, Duncan Harris; Joseph Hborwell, Giles Sblne; George Washington Snow, Chaa. M. Seay; Tina Hattwell, Jessie Mae Hall; Louisa Fleeter, Beatrice Morgan; Mrs. Hatzwell, Alice Gale. London Theatre (James H. Curtln, manager).—The season at this bouse was ushered In Saturday evening, Aug. 22, when tbe Scrlbner-Drew Amusement Company's Morning Glories came before tbe public for tbe first time this season. The reputation which this company hsi eitabilshed Is fully sustained by the organization which Mr. Scribner bas secured for this season. Sev- eral, of laat season's favorite members have been retained, as well as others well known for their ability in bWrlesdae wojjry Tbe result Is bound to be a show that gives satisfaction. The opening comedy, "After Business Hours," presents a series of laugh- able events, Interspersed with some show numbers well . planned and, carried out. Harry Hastings, as Gfty, a sporty old broker, did his usual good work, although he was evidently somewhat anxious owing to his duties as stage manager. Mac Reynolds, Geo. B. Hoyt, Charles B. Watson, Frank G. Scott. Gus Nesser, Harry Wilson, Rose Jean- ette, Viola Sheldon, Etta Cooper. Inga Orner, Dels Scball, Ethel Clayton, and the chorus, consisting of Maude Fox, Marie Proctor, Kit- tle Vernon, Ollle Joy, Glenn Garnella, Jennie Donna, Gertrude Bowman, Goldle Devere, Laura Campbell and Nettle Cannon, all'put tbelr best foot and limb forward, towards a good performance. "Out on a Tear" song, led by Mr. Hastings, was particularly effect- ive, as wsb alio soother chorus song, pre- sided over by Geo. B. Hoyt, with the girls In, strikingly, constructed plantation suits. Tbe finishing chorus, with Viola Sheldon In tbe van, led up to the anvil chorus, which was given with tbe proper spirit. An en- tertaining list of specialties Included Rose Jeanette, a petite singing soubrette; Scott and WIlBon, In Ihelr comedy athletic act, "The Farmer And. the Athlete;" George B. Hoyt, lu a monologue; Cooper and Scball, In a series of dances; Reynolds snd Watson, comedians, and ,»h( r .gcrlbpe'rscope, which showed a number of timely subjects In the moving picture line. "A Jsy Circus" was tbe burlesque, and tbe various types'noticed at u country circus were cleverly Impersonated by tbe company, with the laughable Incident- al business. ''To the Hippodrome." "My Hula Hula Girl," "Wooing In a Grapevine Swing." "The Musical Tramps," "Carmena," song by Idga Orner and the Spanish girls, and a spirited finale were successful 'musical numbers. The London Theatre has been thoroughly brightened up during tbe Sum- mer. The following staff has been retained: Edwin A. Bull, treasurer; Frank Howie, stage manager; Jos. J. Hennessey, advertis- ing agent: E. P. Valentine, assistant treas- urer; Carl Williams, musical director. 'The Morning Glories continue for week of 24. Next week, the London Belles. Pastor's Theatre (Tony Pastor, mana- ger).—The McWatters ft Tyson Co. this week ton a bill which la surely diversified, ex- ploiting a bit of almost everything ss shown In up to date;vaudeville, and portrayed by some of vaudeville's best exponents. ' Though tho sultry weather of Monday, Aug. 24, was not of a kind to tempt people even to visit ' tbelr favorite theatres, still the bouse could not bold many more than It contained on this date. Beside' tbe McWatters ft Tyson Co., whose members scored tbelr usual success In song snd sketch, also Mr. McWatters' well executed Illusion, the bill listed tbe following well known performers: Jane Cour- thorpe and ebbs.' Forrester, In "A Fisher- man's Luck;" Mile. Olive, a dainty juggler: Nelson and Mllledge, in - "Officer Grogan : Gllllhan and Murray, In "Aunt Dinah's Wash Day;" Harry Thomson, tbe clever monolo- glBt:. Alton and Tbelma, singers: Rice and Walters, In "A'DaT on tbe Farm;" Hood' and Blenthen, Illustrated songs: Gray and Gra- ham, musical comedians; the Two Fennells, acrobatic dancers; Adeline and Rubber, sing- ing and dancing act. and. as an extra attrac- tion, Harding and Ah 8ld, "The Clown and the Chinaman." Tbe vltagraph showed new pictures. '■' ••• • ■ ■ Dewey Theatre (Sullivan ft Kraus, managers).—Tbli house held an audience of excellent slie on- Monday, . Aug. 24. when T. W. Dlnklne introduced bis company, tbe Utopians, which made Its flret metropolitan appearance of this season. Again Manager Dink Ins has not failed to provide a pleasing show, and the hearty reception accorded the performance .was proof' positive that his efforts.were well appreciated by tbe patrons of this house. The comedv linos are bright In the amusing farce which opens the show, also >n tbe «tlm> on hotel life, which closes the show. The first Is entitled "Cabaret Du Lion Rogue." Just a bunch of nonsense, with a' string of tinkling mnslc. The olio con- sists of: Nice and Coy, McRae end Wyatt, a dramatic sketch by T. W. Dlnklns, en- titled "A Vagabond Hero;" Joe Madden and John W. Jess, Emmonds, Emerson and Em- monds, and Geo. H. Diamond. The show closes with "Hotel Una and Downs," and It Is a corking good finish. Next week, Fred Irwin's Big Snow. • Keith's Theatre (B. F. Albee. general manager).—Mr. Keith has surely furnished a novelty tor a headline to tins week's bill In a imp between Bobby Woltliour, tbe vyi-itsl. and the borse. Dolly Vstrien. W«|- thour rides his wheel a half mile, on a home tmrner. while tbe horse, ridden by the Jockey Kraemer, also runs at full speed upon a stage machine. - They race head on to the audience, and It proves very exciting. The house on Monday. Aug. 24, was parked, and one of tbe best bills of tbe year was heartily enjoyed. The bill is composed, besides the above not, of: Gardner and Maddern, In "Too Many Darlings:" Chas. T. Aldrlch, eccentric comedian and Juggler, who Intro- duced a new opening to bis act; Jamea Thornton, always welcome here; Avon Comedy Four, In comedy and songs; Hnllo- yay Trio, experts on tbe slack wire: Brooks Tiros., comedians: Holdln's Comic Mannlklns, a novel, likewise an excellent, act: the Bales Musical Trio, In a pleasing Instru- mental act; Francis Glrard, equilibrist; Mooney snd Holbein, acrobatic dancers: 81s- tciK Revere, singers and dancers, and the blogroph, with uew and Interesting pictures. The Flontlnsr Rant Harden remains a strong magnet for the amusement seeker. Garrlck Theatre (Charles Frohtnan, manager).—"Vlvlanfe J/anaa," with John C. Rice and Thomas A. Wise, Is now In Its second week. Atlantic Gardea (W. Kramer's Sons. malingers). — Martliio and Bnuo, comedy iirmluits : Antrim nml IVlers, In "A Meal Under !>l(lirtilllcs i" Norton anil Russell, lightning chance ■ act and character Im- personators: Mathews and Law, comedians; Ada Williams, operatic soprano, and the Elite Lady Orchestra are the attractions for this week. • Proctor's Fl'tr-rlghth Street The- atre (J. Austin Fyncs,'general manager).— Hebraic comedy holds sway tbls week at this bouse, wbere Joe Welch presents Hal Reld'a four act comedy drama, "Tbe Ped- dler." On Monday, Aug. 24, the house was packed, and If vociferous applause is a cri- terion, then the audience was pleased. The star met with his usual success, and tbe rest of the cast was good, notably so being Ed. Lawrence, In bis character of a Bowery tough, and Nina Harrington, the typical ■pleler from the same walk of life. Caat aa follows: Sammy Jscobson, Edwin Mayo; Chuck Conover, Ed. Lawrence: Uncle Jason, Dave Posner; Charles Wyandotte, John J. Pierson: Edward Morgan, Louis Hartman; Sergeant Pat McCann, Wm. O'Day; Dr. Jo-. sepS Aub, Ralph Madison; Salome Wyan- dotte, May Noble; Sarah Goldberg, Zoe Ed- mond ; Llze Barclay, Nina Harrington; Little Mary, Frances McGratb; Abraham Jacob- son, Joe Welch. Sunday's concerts attract- ed tbe usual paying crowds. Next week, "The Lighthouse by the Sea." Miner's Bowery Theatre (Edwin D. Miner, manager).—Tbe Merry Maidens opened the theatre and their season Satur- day evening, Aug. 22, before a well filled boose. Tbe show presents many new feat- ures, which found tavor. Tbe Merry Maid- ens at the French Ball" bas been retained as the opening number, snd the comicalities supplied by Sain Rice, as Moses Coughnpsky, assisted by Charley Johnson, Sbeppard Camp, Geo. Johnson and Dan matt, were amusing. Nellie Hanley, as Mrs. Jolly; Jessie Hlatt, Estelle Devere, Alice Leslie and Victoria North, and a bevy of sightly chorus girls united their best efforts. The opening cake- walk was well pur on. Tbe various musical numbers, with frequent changes of cos- tumes, were all encored. A military number, entitled "Billy Gray, U. 8. A. O. K.," went especially well. The finish proved to be a genuine novelty. It Is entitled "The Brother- hood of Man." Led by Miss Hanley tbe compa- ny presented various organizations, such as tbe Eagles, tbe Odd Fellows, the Free Masons, and others, wltb their banners and Inslgnlas. All the respective societies were applauded by tbelr members, and wben, as a finish, 8am Rice came on with the pawnbroker's sign, the house came down wltb a roar. The olio presented Alice Leslie, soubrette; Dan and Jessie Hlatt, In their musical comedy act; Sam Rice and Sbeppard Camp, In comic song hits and parodies; Estelle Devere, Ueorge and Charles Johnson, In "A Birth- day Party:" tbe Duffin-Redkay Troupe of gymnasts, and Nellie Hanley, In an Illus- trated song specialty. "Bugg's Busy Day" was the title of the burlesque, and It again gave the entire company an opportunity to unite In furnishing amusement. Nellie Han- ley, aa Jack Wise, and Charley Johnson, as Fltinoodle, played the leading roles. "The Minstrels on Parade" furnished a rousing finish. The show is owned by the Butler, Jacobs ft Lowery Amusement Company. JameB Lowery la manager; Wm. A. Payne, representative; Prof, Laucbman, musical di- rector; Jack Ellis, electrician. Tbe staff of the theatre for tbls season consists of H. Clay Miner, local manager; J. F. Smith, treasurer; Geo. Storck,. assistant treasurer ; Chas. F. Guthlnger, stage manager; Thomas F. Magulre, musical director; Nat Golden, advertising agent The same bill bolds over for week of 24. Next week, tbe Moon- light Maids. Academy of Mnslc (GUmore ft Tomp- kins, managers).—The Bostonlans opened their season at tbls theatre, beginning a three weeks' engagement on Monday, Aug. 24, In the ever popular and tuneful "Robm Hood." There was a large and enthusiastic audience present. Only three of tbe original Ilostonlans are In tbe present cast: Henry Clay Barnabee, W. H. MacDonald and George Frotblngham, who played their familiar roles of the Sheriff of Nottingham, Little John, and Friar Tuck. No comment of their work Is necessary at tbls time; Just a men- tion of their welcome, which was thoroughly sincere. William C. Weedon was again tbo Robin Hood, and again he sang acceptably and filled the role admirably. There were three new women members of the cast: Agnes Brown, Kate Condon and Laura Oak- ley. The farmer was the Maid Marian, and tbe ocaslon was ber first Important profes- sional engagement. She possesses a soprano voice of excellent ■ range and quality, and' sings and acta well. The Alan-a- Dale was new, being Impersonated by ■ Kate Condon. She bas a sweet voice, and Is clever and pretty. Laura Oak- ley was efficient In all that tbe small part of Dame Durden required. All the gems of the opera were encored and redemanded, thereby i.dillng to the musical enjoyment of the oc- casion, likewise to the sincere welcome of tbe Bostonlans. Tbe caat: Sheriff of Not- tingham, Henry Clay Barnebee; Little Jobn, W. H. MacDonald; Robin Hood, Wm. C. . Weedon; Will Scarlet, Howard Chambers; Alan-a-Dale, Kate Condon ; Frlur Tuch,George Frotblngham; Guy of Glsborne, Peter Don- ald; Dame Durden, Lauro Oakley; Annabel, Blanch Morrison; Maid Marian, ■ Agnes Brown; Richard Goodall, stage director; Samuel L. Studley, musical director. On Sept. 14. Charles Warner will appear here for the first time in America, In his original character of Coupeau, and supported by bis own company, In "Drink," by Charles Beade. Miner's Eighth Avenue Theatre (Edwin D. Miner, manager).—This house opened for the regular season on Saturday- evening, Aug. 22, and as it had so recently been thoroughly refitted and tastefully ar- ranged, there was little required In the way of decorations or painting to make It pre- sent a' most cheerful and cozy appearance on Its opening night Robert Manchester's Cracker Jacks opened the house, and are re- tained aa the attraction for this week. The first part, "Dr. Munyon Outdone," Is re- tained, and proved as funny as ever, while It was splendidly played. Bob Van Osten made tbe biggest kind of a bit aa a gawky young man, and acted with . a Onlsb that made every line and gesture Irresistibly laughable. Ed. Howard also did excellent work, and the others of the company con- cerned In this productloo gave excellent sup- port. In tbe specialty bill were: Held and Trimble, two lady vocalists, who made a most agreeable Impression ; tbe Two Jacksons, Intro- ducing some fine bag punching, club swinging and Juggling; Ed. Howard una Frjink North, talking and singing comedians, whose efforts were very much appreciated,' aa the ' ap- plause proved; the Wang Doodle Four, com- edians and dancers of merit, and Clotilda Antonio, the hand dancer, whose act met. with a storm of plaudits. For the con- clusion of the entertainment a musical trav- esty, In one scene, entitled "Oar Gcorght Rose," was presented by the company. It was staged very tellingly, costumed splen- didly, nnd proved a humorous and effective bit of writing. That It was well played foes without any I nor, for Bob Van Osten, Ed. ioward and Frank North were the come- dians, and Ituhy Leonl and Lillian Held, as the principals in-the female contingent, were also worthy of praise for effective work. Tbe cast of "Our Georgia . Rose:" Paul Du-Pree, Ruby Leonl:; Rose Baron, Lillian Held; Maryland, Grayce Celeste; Louisiana. May West; Mississippi, Eva Van Osten; Florida, Fanny Hopkins; Tennessee, Julia Ellwood; Alabama. Allle Jackson ; Carolina. Zona Percell; Kentucky, Frankle Green: Virginia, Marie Green; Teias, Viola Harwood : Mobile, Blleene Anderson ; Dallas--, Belle Lewis; Atlanta, May Trimble; Jack- son, Clotilda Antonio; Vlcksburg, Etta Lane; Orleans, Dollle. Freeman ; - James Baron, I'd. Howard: liurmim Rally, Frank North: Jack Lleely, Bob Van Oston. The executive staff for, Robert Manchester names: Harry Leonl, business manager; Oscar Llebernamm. musi- cal director; Joe Lyon, electrician; Thomas Rooney, stag* mansiter. v« x t week, the Vanity Fair ExtrgT«gtlUt Co, ., Proctor'. Tweaty-thlrd §tr«4 J** 'SS Sf r^.y^escrve." 1 A« S SlnS ft C~, in "The Cattle Queen," by Will M Creasy, were decidedly clever In a moit sLreeable setting, for Mr. Cressy has con- fttaUd an efffetlve bit of writing and Mis Redding acts with rare B>litt^g» virtinn Hoev and Lee, Hebrew come- dans, did excellent work, for which they were liberally rewarded, and the M"amltU Duo! on the dancing ladders, also made a, Btrong bid for favor. Others on the list were: Cunningham and Lord, ilngera and dancers; Hanson and Harris, comedy acro- bats; Gallsndo, clay modeler; Myers ana Rose iuBBlers and plate spinners; Ful"',r anThoWn er tbe sklt'eatltleS "Slick Dick/' Mabel Morton, monologue; the Two m s, singers and dancers; Delaney and EiWlo, Irish character comedy Bketch. The aaia- technoscope continues. Haber's Hoseam (Jobn H, Anderson, manager).—The principal feature here tb s week Tn the list of curio hall attractions la Prof W. A. Barclay, who Is billed as a Hin- doo hypnotist His manifestation! are de- cidedly Interesting, even to the most skeptic- al of those who witness his hypnotic tests. Julian Saunders, the ossified man, and Coun- tess Sldonle, In ber set wltb needles and pins, hold over from last week. Business contin- ues to be Just as large as during the re- opening week, three weeks ago. The excel- lent vaudeville ahows are filling the bijou tbeatre. Paradise Roof Gardens (Oscar Ham- mersteln, manager) .—The bill for this week names: The Mysterious Aga, tbe Illusion; . Victor's Boyal Venetian Band, Glllett s dogs, Piccolo's troupe of midgets, the Five Jug- tllrlg Johnsons, Rlccobono's horses, Agnes Mahr, French Brothers, Josephine Sabel, J. Warren Keane, the Four Nlghtons, Collins a d Hsrt, and the second edition of "Punch, U Manhattan'Theatre (Harrison Grey Flske. manager).—Tbe current Is the tweu : ty-thlrd week of "The Earl of Pawtucket, which still draws as well as at any time during its career. Harlem—Weber ft Fields' West End (George H. Blumenthal, manager).—Wlllard Granger. In "A Gentleman of France;" opened this house for- tbe season Aug. 22, before s large and refined audience, who accorded him a warm welcome, and that his efforts were appreciated was made evident by nu- merous curtain calls. Henrietta Brown won a warm reception by her clever work, and the rest of the company we're above the average of traveling combinations. Tbe house bas been entirely overhauled; the rear of the orchestra Beats has been Incased with a glass partition, with upholstered settees, which la a decided Improvement, making a wide promenade, and It presents en attractive appearance. George' A. Blu- menthal, who was manager of the Harlem Opera House for several seasons, Is In charge of this hjuse. Tbe attractions booked for the season are of the heat Next week, Lottie Williams, In "Only a Shop Girl." Metbopolir (Henry Rosenberg, manager). —The dramatic offering for this week is a heroic melodrama, "Beware of Men," which Is of tbe sensational order. It presents a > fine scenic reproduction of Hudson River landscapes and noted metropolitan places. It la a patherAc story of a trusting country girl's ruin and final rescue, and Is well por- trayed by a company that meets all the re- quirements, and their reception was a royal one, the house being packed from top to bottom. Next week, "From Hags to Riches.' The Stab. (Wm. T. Keogb, manager).— A revival of "The White Slave," over which the audience went wild, was offered at this house at the opening performance of the wreek. 24. The house waa literally packed, and applause -was freely bestowed upon tbe players, so a week of good business Is as- sured. Next week, "The Child Wife." Pboctob's Owe Hu.ndhxo and Twentt- kifth Stbbet Theatre (J. Austin Fynes, general manager).—"A Gilded Fool" Is the offering for this week, and the attendance was up to expectations, showing that this play has lost none of its drawing powers. it Is presented In the best possible manner, both In regard to cast and stage settings, and should prove a great box office attrac- tion. With but few exceptions business dur- ing the Summer months bas been of the best. The vaudeville contributors were At. Cole- man, and the kalatechnoscope. Olympic (Thos. W. Valentine, manager). —This house opened Its sesson 22, to a crowded bouse, with Harry Martell's Com- pany, the Brigadiers. The show Is put to- gether on somewhat different lines from the usual run of burlesques, starting with the olio, which Introduced Burnett and Wyer- son, In a tramp sketch; Nellie Burt, In a singing specialty; Brothers Martlne, com- edy acrobats; Jno. A. West, musical come- dian ; Hendrlx and Prescott, refined dancers, concluding wltb tbe burlesque, entitled "At Newport, presenting the ladles of the com- Sany In several changes of pretty costumes, ood comedy work Is Intermingled with all the latest songs of the day, and, taken as a whole, the performance was satisfactory In every respect. Next week, Bob Manchest- er's Cracker Jacka ' ILion Palace (J. H. Phlpps. manager).— While business Is not of the best, no doubt due to the changeable weatber, there la no reason for complaint, considering everything. The attractions seem to please the patrons, and nothing la left undone that would fur- ther their comfort. .Brooklyn.—The current week opens several of the local playhouses, and In a week or' so tbe rest will follow. Nearly, all of the houses have been renovated. . Bijou. (Will McAlister, manager).—The Spooner Stock Company presented "Nancy & Co." Aug. 24, to a capacity bouse. Kdnn May Spooner was seen in tbe title role, <n which she did capable work, while Miss Ce- cil Is given the part of Daisy Griding, and an important part is given to JesBie Mc- Alister. A big reception was extended to tbe company after the performance Monday night, by the audience, who went upon the stage, where refreshments were served. The second production will be "The Fatal Card." Watson's (W. B. Watson, manager).— .Tbe house was .opened for Its Initial per- formance Monday afternoon, 24. Tbe vaude- ville part of the entertainment Is beaded by Charmlon. trapeze •performer; James Cut- ■on, and tbe Savllle Sisters, singers and danc- ers. An extravagansa called The Military Social" concludes the bill. In the extrava- ganza Mr. Watson assumes the comedy part, and Is assisted by nine other comedians, and a chorui of thirty-six. Special care has been taken In regard to tbe costumes, scenery and electrical effects. There will be an en- tire change of vaudeville acta every week. Stab <L. M. Gottbold, manager).—Tbe High Rollers Burlesque Company started their season at tbls bouse with a matinee. 24. The house was crowded to the doors. Tbe first pnrt of the progrsmme Is a burlesque, "A Trip to Paris," and tbe olio Includes: Mavkey and Moran, character comedians; Curtis and Adnmg, in a comedy sketch; the Franklin Sisters, In - character songs and dunces; Three Lelllotts, In a musical spe- cialty, and the Four Flying Rathbuns, aerial artists, In their daring acts In midair. Dur- ing the Summer months the house his been remodeled, Increasing the seating capacity. Next week, Itlre ft Barton's Burlesque Co. Manhattan llRAni.—"The Sl^enlns Hp«u- ty and tbo Beast" began Its third week 24, to surprising business. It baa one week more to run. BnioiiTON Beach (Wm. T. Grover, man- ager).—The business tor the last week hai exceeded that of any previous week. The bills are all excellent. The bill for the current week is besded by.the Huiscll.Broth crs, who present for. the first time'their new sketch. "A Romance of New Jersey,»• in when Annie Russell' and John Russell are seen. Others are: Brothers Schenck, Meredith Sisters, Froebel and Huge, Em- mett Devoy ft Co., and Marie Dressier, who. Is engsged ss a special feature. Hbndebson's Music Hall (K. Faber.min- a „ t \ —Another Interesting bill Is presented. Those who appear are: Nellie Lytton, Mur- ; ! nny and Andrews, Ostrado, Hooiler Zouaves", Kingston Girls, Mllanl Trio, Paxton's Art Gallery, Two Roses, Dixon, Burt, Lion, Yaeeer, Yaeger and Co.. Three Hestons, 8ey- ruour Sliters, Three Maveenos, Williams and Buttercup, and J. H. Taylor. Lcna Park iThompBon ft Dundy, owners). Will Hull and Cameronl, with tbelr dare- devil sensational aerial acts, continue to di- vide the honors. Gates and Nelson, with ne* snd novel nets; James Adams and hla trio' of clever clowns, and Carl Goliath, in feats of strength, sre holdovers. The additional acts are by the Five Whirlwinds, Arabian Dervishes and tumblers; McFee and Hill, In a triple bar act: Halberto and his trained horsca; Van Cleafe and his mule. Pete; Josle Ashton, and the Carlson Brothers. Tbe many other attractions are receiving much tttcntlon- „ . . . —' Gaieti (James Clark, manager).—Harry Morris ushers In the season here with his "Night on Broadwsy" show. It was one of the liest drawing cards last season, and will doubtless do well despite tbe warm weather. It Is a two act comedy, and In addition to a well trained chorus of pretty girls bas some very laughable situations. Owing to the excellent condition of the theatre very little was necessary to be done to It to launch It on Its season of 1903-4. • Thbatbb Unique (Frank B. Carr, owner nnd manager). —The opening show here, night of 24, is the Oriental Burlesqers. In addition to the usual olio the company la seen In the opening burletU, ' A Bogus King," and tbe closing burlesque, ' Kraus- meyer'a Alley." The olio: Ella Victoria, contortionist; Grade and Raynolds. n a sketch; Lotta.Lewis, Morgan and Phillips, German comedians; and Bigger and Dreher, In a sketch. The opening house waa good. Next, the Utopians. » » » NEW JERSEY. Newark. — Opening business reaches good proportions here. Empibe Theatre (H. M. Hyams, mana- ger).—Sullivan, Harris ft Woods'■ produc- tion of "Jim Bludso" forms the current offering here. It is well put on, Including a good cast, with A Bblpman In tbe title role. "A Ragged Hero" opened the season last week pleasantly, giving good entertain- ment to large audiences. Coming, week of 31, "A Hot Old Time." Blaney's Theatre (CbaB. E. Blaney, man- ager).—"The Lighthouse by the Sea" ap- pears here, for the first time, this week- Its human sentiment should hold Interest. The revival of "Only a Shop Girl" drev big houses last week. In Its present form It Is stronger than ever. "Why Women 8ln" will fill the week of Aug. 31. . Waldm AN.v'a Theatre (W. 8. Clark, man- ager).—Many turned away was the word at the opening of this remodeled bouse,for tbe season on Saturday night, 22. Many new features and Improvements were noted In the Interior, which has been enlarged and handsomely redecorated. Tbe boxes have been refurnished, and the orchestra supplied with new leather seats. The lobby and cafe have been enlarged, and tbe former tiled. The exterior has also been much enlarged. and now presents a thoroughly up to date appearance. • Morris Lovett remains treas- urer, Leon Evans, assistant; Geo. Turner, press agent, and Fred Jacobs, advertising agent. Rose 8ydelPs London Belles began their season auspiciously 22. The musical• burletta, in two acts, brings out some very handsomely costumed women, and the music greatly pleased the big audience. A . well arranged olio is a feature, revealing .the O'Briens, a high class troupe of acrobats: Ruth Demver and company, In "The Artists Dream ;" Oadleu, an expert on the wire: Bep J. Walker, who sings and tells a good story; Strause and Young, In pleasing duetts; bng- strom Sisters, whose work needs no IntrQi ductlon, and W. 8. Campbell and Johnny, . Weber, the funny Germans. Harry Morris next week, In "A Night on Broadway." : . Proctob'h Tiieatbb (J. Austin Fynes. general manager).—Another comprehensive bill of light amusement offered this week Is apropos and exploits ss a headllner E4- •-.. tuond Day ft Co., In ."ShlpmateB," also the Yankee Comedy Four, Pete Baker, Jean Barrlmore ft Co., In "Mile Mephlsto :" Rus- sell and Buckley, Mr. and Mrs. Breen, ,De .. Onzo Bros., and Eddie Gardner and Grace , I^onard. Large audiences were well pleased last week. _ . New Electric Park (C. A. Dunlap. gen- eral manager).—Success, even against .bad weather, has come to this home of varied pleasures. In the theatre this week the Pan American Minstrels present refined di- versions, and Jack Glenlster, who went through the Niagara rapids, Is also billed aa a special feature. .. . a Atlantic City At Ocean Pier Theatre (Harry D'Esta, representative) "Sunny Jim" had big bouses at every performance week - of Aug. 17. Coming: ^"Way Down East".... week of 24. • . . _• Ocean Pikb Music Hall (Harry-DEsta. representative).—'The Silver Bllpper" bad - a succession of packed houses week of IT. This attraction remains for week of 24. Ocean Pibb Arena (Harry D'Estn, representative). — Rostock's Trained Wild AnlmaU still continue to draw- big crowds. Buon Theatre (Huntley ft Moore, man- agers).—Btulness here with the Huntley- Moore Stock Co. .Is beyond all expectations. Steeplechase Pieb (Giles W. Clement, manager).—Crowded to the doors day and evening Is the report here. Performers tor week of 24: Collins and North, Frankle St. John and Johnnie Le Fevre, Katheryu Mlley. H. W. Rogers. George Foster, Befton- and Deagle. Harry Parr Moorebead, Paull- nettl anaPlquo, and the vltagraph. Doyle's Pavilion Theatre (Frank Gol- dle, manager).—Immense patronage always. People for week of 24': Larry Smith, Mamie champion and company. In "His New Father;" Mile. Faustina, In "The Mermaids Dream:" the Hlnes-Klroball Acrobatic Trio, Billy Howard and Katherlne Harris, the Three Madcaps, Carson and Wlllard, "the Rousells (Henri and Stella), Kendall, Lynch and Peer, tbe Btoddart Sisters, Carney.and Plynn, the Gregsons (Charles and Flora), Collins and Collins, Frank McCune and May Grant, the Brothers Hatch, Jose Marty, Morris and Blain, Dllks and Dtlks, Ida L. Gllday, Wood and Wood, James Crockett Jr., Mangean and Weber, and Goldle, St. Clair and Goldle. Guvbrnatob's Theatre (Sydney Fern. manager).—Business never was better. 'An- nounced for week of 24: Doyle and Granger. Prof. Newman, Porter Garglll, Lieutenant N'alon. Hamilton Simon and Hottentot. Wood and Berry, the Great Mitchells. Cnsper and Hayes, the Staffords, Brown and Mor- ■ rls. Sid Fern, tbe Holdswortbs. ' Steel Pieb (J. C. Botbwell.. manager).— Immense throngs.day and night to witness the attractions. Royal Italian Band, Or- chestra Verdi, and Murphy ft Gibson's Mln- . stif Ir. .'. • RoviNn Frank's Ovrsv Caiip (Frank R. Iluhln. manager).—The same big buslneiw,, ns always Is maintained. * i a Mallort Bros, and Brooks met with much favor Jn tbelr refined musical act at Lake Casino, St. Joseph, Mo., last week.