The New York Clipper (October 1906)

894 THE NEW YORK CLIPPER. October 13. Mi55 Clipper's coifcnifixa ST1GE FOLK and Some times OTHEBS BT J 0BBPH1NB GEO. A story reached Broadway last week con- cerning one of the principal musicians travel- ing with a Urge musical comedy company. The youpg man bad always played In New York orchestras, consequently waa not fa- miliar with all things calculated to make a season of travel with a company comforuble \*£»Z«* l£#£ k *** tu * at all tlmei. For lnatance, be bad sot been viewer behind tbe scenes the other day, with Rose Stabl, tbe bright particular star of "The Chorus Lady," said: "Nov that you're foil-fledged, at the head of a company on Broadway, and can do about as you please, how would you like to have a try at one of those flying parte so success- fully taken by two stars, aa yet farther up In the firmament than yourself?" "No, Indeed," aatd the new star, then laps- ing into tbe delightfully unconventional ver- nacular of her Patricia O'Brien role, added, "terra flrma for mine I No," yet modest In ber quick advancement, "I haven't been a fixed star, high In the firmament, ttke them long enough to want to rise above earth. MISSOURI. but Just now—the solid earth for r. •l" on band when tbe others were notified to speak to tbe proper authority for tns reser- vation of ileeplng accommooatloni. Conae- qnently the night of the first Jump he had to In some of the traveling "medicine shows" the "doctor" hss little or no knowledge of the profession, to which he li supposed to -£^J^*«^»?»f3 ,0 roTn r S long haired bad*- B^ ^^Jm O*?** £« «d narangulnga thrW of village busy at his profession all the time, ***** ^^ gatne:ed arouna \ U wai0D . H e gave mE n bad not become ^*<* wUb toe P* P « ^ ^ w§ ^^ geography « M* **** m *** <* tWj medIc|ne ^^ ^ ^^^ ^ one of the a et ou'"«*«> was mrt, and ^ ^ lUiam _ when the violinist ™ >»"* * Xa^blm «»f «»lr special ailments, warranting cure. Mi sleepless night. a* ««""« JSftJrf * *■■ medicine In all cases. Finally a pale, hereafter "«£*»»£" in Dlenty ot cadaverous youth stepped up to the wagon, *S S2S^ *?-<*JS? t 1MD explaining that he had been suffering from ' *E w gV W Jg , _* , i 22SJt5 tTpbolo, and that the village doctor had said >m Albany to Troy, and I advise you to " ' . nrt-r ..„ fn _ M from Albany have a berth reserved." Whereupon tbe young man made his want known to the manager, who at first did not comprehend that the applicant was the victim of a Joke. "You say you want a sleeper engaged from Albany to Troy ?" repeated tbe manager. "Sure," was the reply, with Teutonic In- tonation, adding, aa If somewhat nettled at the manager's astonishment, "If I asn a mu- sician, I waot to sleep sbust so well as an actor, don't 1?" "Well, must you sleep between those citiest" repeated the manager. "Sure," said the man, "If I don't get my rest I can't play so goo*.' all that he needed now waa s tonic for his convalescence. "Will your medicine do for me to take?" be asked. "Do for yout" exclaimed the "doctor," with fine superiority, "of course I It's tbe very best thing yon could take. Why, with that medicine I've cured convalescence In less than a week." * A small group of very prominent New York leading men were indulging In reminiscences of the time, a few years back, when the Inde- pendent companies were branching out beyond the bookings of the theatrical trust Tbey were comparing the beautiful bouses now under tbe management of tbe Independent leaders with "Do you know how far It Is from Albany thofle tteJf j, arl i0 pIaT | n previously. At to Troy?" next asked the manager, who, upon ^^ tlme vta( jevHle had not claimed many receiving a negative reply, said: prominent legitimates, and eyes were dra- "Well, H'b Just about eeTen miles." matically raised In superior astonishment Since last week the violinist and ths wheQ % deflectJon to the vaudeville ranks was comedian of the company have not been on aBn(>inceaj How different now 1 speaking terms. .. T remember" reflectively aald one of the » group, a star at the time referred to, "how I Margaret Hammond, during a season of felt when we played (to Immense box office stock work, waa once cast for a child's part, receipts, by the way,) In a third class variety though at the time Bhe was "sweet and place, because we couldn't get anything else twenty." During the week she made the |„ the city. We, with our big company, all conquest of a seven-year-old male heart. Her 0 f them people of highest ability and repu- pretty impersonstion of a small girl deceived tatlons, reduced to a miserable place use the youngster, who, with bis none, came that. But that wasn't the worst to remind daily to the stage door, after the matinee, Ul 0 f our plight Twas the notices' pasted with some offering for the loved one. A big „ p in every available spot, reading: 'All per- box of candy, a beautiful wax doll, a fairy formers muat go to their dressing rooms after story book, and similar articles of childish their turn.* Turn! Think of it—we, legitl- ndmlratlon were presented by the little man mates I It offended us then, but now some to tho little girl of the play. of us are glad to get tbe big money attached It transpired that the mother of the to the formerly-styled variety act, and do youngster bad been prevailed upon to Beek reckoned a ■performer.*" nn Interview on behalf of Miss Hammond's w" . -.-- youthful admirer. Bo Saturdsy, after tbe The conversation of the same group turned matinee, was appointed for the young man to upon a certain member of the club having* come benlnd the acenes. reputation for saying^extremey^aver thtag.. When the actress came from her dressing »Do you know," said one of hem, himself room, attired in ber street costume, and voicing an aphorism, "I've analyzed most of said • "Where Is tbe little boy who wants to x*s epigrams and smart sayings, and nave aueak with 'Trlxle'?" tbe youngster atepped come to the conclusion that they are not tne bashful* forward. result of aa inherent cleverness so much as "I'm him," be said ungrsmaUcally, but they are the harvest of a good memory. fit. Louis.—Lait week was "Home Com- ing Week," and It was the biggest festival In tbe history of the city. Each day was marked by some special feature of entertain- ment for the thousands of visitors, there be- ing parades, Including the Veiled Prophet's Parade snd Ball. Fifty visiting baudi con- tested for a big price, there were baseball, auto races, sight seeing excursions and beau- tifully Illuminated streets. It was a big week for tbe theatres. Tbe houses were practically sold out for tbe week before the curtains went up on the first performances. Oabbick (Daniel Flshell, manager).—"The Love Route. Edwin Feple's melodrama, was tbo right itlnd of a show In tbe right place last week, :or It pleased tbe big audiences that filled tbe bouse at every performance. It was presented by a splendid company. In- cluding Odette Tyler, who played Allene Honaten, She gave an excellent perform- ance, and made many friends. Lilly Caer- hew also made a most pleasing Impres- sion. Omar Caldara. J. O. Marlowe, Her- bert Ayllng, Walter Thomas, Olive May, H. B. Nortbrup and others filled their respec- tive roles admirably. Leo Ditrlcbsteln, In "Before and After," Oct ?-13. Cznttry (P. Short, manager).—" 'Way Down East" was the offering for festival week. It was a wise selection, for our town was filled with our country cousins, who ap- preciated the rural atmosphere of the good old play. Phcebe DavlB' Anna Moore could not be improved upon. Frank Bell, the orig- inal Rube Whipple, reappeared In tbe cast. Robert Fisher, Mary Davenport, Ulrlc Collins, Mable Strickland, Frank Currier, John E. Brenuen, Burt Flansburg and Ella Hugh Wood were among the players. Tbe Village Cbolr was a big hit Lawrence D'Orsay, In "The Embassy Ball." this week. Olympic {P. Short manager). — "Ben Hur" played the second week of Its engage- ment 1-6. to Immense crowds. Robert Lo- ralne. In "Man and Superman," this week. Grand (John G. aheebey. manager).— Hanlon's "Fantasma," full of beautiful Btage pictures, splendid ballet effects and charming surprises, wss the offering last week. This old, vet always novel show, pleased large crowds. The cast was a big one, and In- cluded Alfred Hanlon, Fred Hanlon, as Iico; Geo. Hanlon Jr., Edna Parrel, Jeanne Rob- erts, Albert Warner, John tlaslem and others. "The Yankee Consul" this week. Imperial (D. E. Russell, manager).— Tbe Night Owls and Gens-Nelson fight pic- tures this week. Notes. —Friends and admirers of Blanche nazeltcn, late with Ethel Fuller at West End Heights, will be surprised to learn that she hoi gone Into vaudeville. Miss Hazel- ton accepted a line offer from George Fox. the veil known comic opera star, to Join Mm In a sketca. They opened In Chicago Oct. 1, and will be seen at tbe Columbia Theatre. this city, week of Oct 28 It seems that each week brings announcement of some new theatrical enterprise, the latest one being that tbe Shuberis are planning to establish a 1300,000 roof garden In St. Louis next Summer. Choice of location has fallen upon a new fourteen story bulldlog now In course of erection for a mercantile concern. Big attractions, Including Victor Herbert and-bfa band, the entire all-star Joe Weber Co., and other similar features will be offered for en- tertainment. J. J. Sbubert la In town now looking over the ground and to confer with prospective stock holders. It is purposed to open June 1, 1007. * i » INDIANA. Indianapolis.—At English's Opera House (Ad F. Miller, manager) Nat C. Goodwin, In "Tbe Genius,' 1 Sept. 28, drew a very big house. Sousa's Band, afternoon and evening, encountered a bad rain storm at both per- formances, which cut Into business materi- ally. Lillian Russell, In "Barbara's Mil- lions," Oct 1, was greeted by a big house. "Charley's Aunt," 2, 3, did a fair business. Lawrence D'Orsay, In 'The Embassy Ball," 5, 8; "Ben Hur" 8-13. Park Theatre (Dickson & Talbott, man- agers).—"On Dangerous Ground," Sept. 27- 20. pleased large audiences. "The Eye Wit- ness," Oct. 1-3, did blgbuslness. "A Man's Broken Promise" 4, 6, Williams and Walker" 8-10. Grand OrssA House (Sbafer Zlegler, man- ager).—Adelaide Herrmann and Henry Lee were the features of the bill last week, to capacity business. For week of 8 : The Mili- tary Octette, tbe Marco Twins. Gillette's monkeys, George Wilson. Pautfrey and Hoel- fer, Cameron and Flanlgan, Bimm, Bomm, B-r-r-r, Charles Serra, and the bioscope. Eupibb (Chns. Zimmerman, manager).— The Brigadiers gave s pleasing performance, to very good business, week oil. The Jolly Girls, featuring Edmund Hayes, week of 8. The Bohemians week of 15, with Joe Gans as Fort Wayne,—At the Majestic (M. B. Rice, manager), uniformly good business here, often capacity. "The Woman Hater," Sept 30, played to capacity, and the company pleased "The Cowboy Girt," Oct. 1, drew good business. "The Show Girl," 8, mat- inee and nlgbt. had good business. Lawrence D'Orsay, In "Tbe Embassy Ball," 4, did fair business, and pleased. "She Looks Qood to Father" 6, 6, r 'Blg Hearted Jim" 7, "A Sis- ter's Sacrifice" O, "Behind tbe Mask" ID, Dockstader's Mlcatrela 12, "York State Folks" 14. Tbmplb (F\ E. Stouder, manager).—Week of 1, good business, with Belleclalre Brothers, the Daileys, Bud Fa mum, Don and Mae Gor- don, Misses Olna and Cunningham Bertha Meyer and tbe klnetoscope. Week of 8: Julia Marie Taylor and company, in "A Sub- ject of the Czar;" Howley and Leslie, Wells and Sells, Lena Davenport, Bertha Meyer and the Tennis Trio. Princess Theatbh (John A. Scott, mana- ger).—Anna Eva Fav had excellent business fast week. Henry Woodruff, In "Brown of Hnrvard," & Notes. —Fred J. Relneke, the veteran or- chestra director, has just celebrated his fiftieth anniversary as a professional mu- sician, Mr. Relneke has been playing tr-e violin since early childhood Much local Interest centres about tbe appearance of Julia Marie Taylor, who presents a dramatic sketch, entitled "A Subject of tbe Czar." at the Temple Theatre, this week. Fort Wayne Is Miss Taylor's borne, and associated wl:h her In the sketch la Frank Jones, a well known Cincinnati actor, tbe piece being pre- sented by Manager M. E. Rice, of the Ma- jestic. It Is Miss Taylor's first appearance In vaudeville. She has been seen with Cres- ton Clarke, In "Richelieu," with tbe George Fawcett Stock Co., a year In Baltimore ; with S. Miller Kent, In "Fighting Boh" and "Facing the Music," and with Richard Mans- field. Miss Taylor has met with much suc- cess in Shakespearean roles. She has not been on the stage since her Illness, following her work In "The Redemption of David Corson." Much Is expected of the new sketch. a special feature. nevertheless Boulfully. "Well, I'm Trlxle," snid Miss Hammond. The youngster looked unbelievingly for a moment, then scanning her face Intently, he seemed to realize all. AUSTRALIAN NEWS. FRO!! OUB OWW CORRESPONDENT. All Sydney, that Is, all the musical Sydney, "Oh, Mamma," he faltered. In an agonised , B In great anticipation, expecting something small voice, as he turned and threw blmBeif wonderful from Madame Blanche Arral, the JEU, tat. M. *ond P—f «-. "W. ^ h or &°ffi FaTSrM.Si't Mamma, If a a woman I" purnoae. , . .... „. Tbe manager standing near, made the a«- * tV> Tlvoll Tieatre, Hi usual, to packed at aerUoa that. In about utteeyea,, (rom .ha. fPJ^SSS^Mm% date, the hoy, under a almllar situation, JJJ ggSH Halt. Auitralla'B favorite barl- would not torn awny weeping because "It's a (one The other performers are: The French aerobata, Les Cahlacs, "YaaCT," the mpd mu- »lclan; Alexandra and Bertie (the former, by the way. la Vsaco'a wife, and Bertie 1« their aon): the clever American specialty and comedy team, Seymour and Dopree; Florrle Henderson, and her performing dogs, Kelly and Agness, Tom Davison, I,teale Parkes ana Olive I/enton. THE TASHANIAK TROUPE OP ACROBATS, One of tbe bis feature acta now with the Frank A. Robblns Sbow, are re-engaged for 1907. would woman. One of the New York theatre! advertised during a certain run, "Fifteen hundred seats at fifty centB." Of course, that number of good seats at a good theatre at that price Mr. SlTno't uVli' «a ta« wn. came'nrat R&^^K^h'K T.vof. pVtro'nfn'S Boon to make tbelr acquaintance. At the Atheneum Hall business is excel- lent, where they are exhibiting new and mag- nificent pictures of the great Parisian The- nlregrapui, and in the vaudeville section the KIlTvotl troupe of muslcnl Instrumentalists (a very fine trio) Freddy Oarnctt and Blanche Tlmralns. _._ . . _ _ At ner Majesty's Theatre. Gilbert & Sul- "You say your fifty-cent leats are all sold? u V An*B opera, "Utopia. Limited," Is In full she reiterated. swing, produced by WllHaiimoB'i Oirern Co., "Even so," replied tho treasure, a&%L^B*1!^^« "And you have none left? was the next ^ le Thornc nnd yera Buttel In the cast . i. „ ,. , a i i. „ tl. „„»... In nnnlrnil fl nlluprai were first served, Several hundreds of ap- plicants for regular priced seats at fifty cents were turned away disappointed. One of these, a persistent woman, put several un- necessary questions to the weary treasurer, wbo waa waiting to sell to others In tbe long line. unnecessary question, "Even so," ha repeated, "Then what on earth shall I do," she ex- llalmed. "Madam," ssld the treasurer firmly and lerlousty, "I refuse to be cross questioned." An amusingly Indignant proteit was heard a few mornings ago, when a member of a Kfich evening the theatre Is pocked a quarter of an hour before the curtain rises. At the Theatre Itoral, under the manage- ment of Bland Holt, the exciting melodrama, "Hilling to Win," Is Bhowinjr nightly to ex- cellent audiences. "Two tittle Waifs Is being produced at the Criterion Theatre by the Chns. Holloway Dramatic Co. ♦+■♦» Maurice Shapiro *■ Publisher, Edgar Selden Is being congratulated on nil musical comedy chorus came upon the call ^SSU^n^B °»n S. IS posted up. Tola was an exceedingly early one, as the company were to board tbe out* going train at 11 a. m. elation with Maurice Bbnpli duct of the affairs of bis new music pub- lishing concern, wblcb will begin operations on Dec. 3, and for which, on beharf of Mr. Shapiro, Mr. Selden negotiated a long term lease of tbe first floor at 1410 Broadwsy. "took nt thatl" he 6nld to one of the mem- n hers, "a rehearsal called at 7 In the morn- in addition to the publishing business, Mr. "g," then added, pointing importantly at »«■» « lEV fe *««ggXgM» his own chest, "but not for me—I won't stand for it wlfli me 'Andrew Mack pipes' I* business propositions In any other line. This sounded very funny to those acquaint- ed with the vocal beauties of the lyric slur and those of the chorus man. Apropos of the success of Maude Adams, la "Peter Pan,' and Annie Russell, aa Puck, la "Midsummer Night's Dream," an Inter- IKORTH CAROLINA. Charlotte—At tbe Academy of Music (O, V. Kesalcr, manager) "Human Hearts" pleoBcd Sept. 28. "Playing the Game," with the Jeffersons, played to good business, and gave excellent satlsfsetlon 2C. "On Parole" pleased immensely Oct. 1, "Sergeant Kitty" 4. Bhepard's moving pictures 0, "Her Own Way" 0, Arthur Dunn IS. "Queen .of tbe White Slaves" was the attrac- tion last week. The plsy pleased packed houses. The company was a good one, and Included Dora Orr. M. J. Sbeehan and St. Clair Ijvans. "Uncle Tom's Cabin" this week. HavLiir's (William Qaren, manager).— "Everybody Works But Father/' a new musl- cnl comedy, with Harrison Greene aa the father, was tbe offering last week. It wss prettily staged, contained some attractive- ness In catchy songs, and on the whole was a good show. It waa a departure from the usual run of offerings at this house, and the patrons enjoyed the change. Tbe cast was large, and included: Katbrryn B. Roberts, Arthur Carleton, Wlltard Francis, Clare At- kinson, Bert O'Rourke and a big chorus of maids and butlers. "Tbe Curse of Drink" this week, Cox.ui.BU (Mtddleton & Tate, managers). —Rose Coghtan, In n pretty little playette, entitled "Toe Ace of Trumps," was the spe- cial feature of last week's bill. She was ably supported by Edward S. Emery. The others Included: Tbe Marco Twins, Fred Galettl's monkeys, Dillon Bros.. Charles J. Btlne and Olive Evans, in their sketch, "Wanted—A Divorce ;" Irene Frankllu, Charles Serra, Jlmmle Lucas and new moving pictures. Gi.ouk (It E- Rice, manager).—Manager Rice offered a splendid show last week, the bill Including: flrydon and bis troupe of trained dogs; the De Grecs, bat spinners and comedy ring set; the Moons, Hinging and dancing act; James WcBt, tulu Besselt man. In Illustrated songs, and new moving pictures. This little house Is enjoying large patronage, as It deserves, for a majority of the acts preaeated are commendable ones. Standard (Leo Relchenbach, manager).— Edmund Hays, as the Wise Gay, with the Jolly Girls Co. were here last week. Special- ties were Introduced by: J. W. Sherry, (he Four Prentice Troupe, tbe De Karby SlBters, Mnggle Nev.'cll and others. Mr. liars is sup- ported by Adele Palmer, "the Girl from Tex- as." Big *rowds was the rule at every per- formance. The Bohemian Burtesquers snd Joe Gans this week. Oatktt (O. T. Crawford, manager).—For festival week, Manager Crawford had a splendid show on view, the attraction being the Rose Hill English Folly Co.. la n three act musical comedy, entitled "The Royal Blliv Goats." The cast wns headed by George W. Rice, and Included: T. F. Thomas, John R. Cain, Harry Evans, Blanche Newcomb, Idylls Vyner, Mile. Beatrice, Henrietta Wheeler and Sultana, the wonderful dancer. Gatett (Edward Shayne, manager).—J. Herbert Mack's World Beaters, Sept. 27-20, hare one of the strongest olios seen at this house this season. The burlesques were well staged and beautifully dressed, and abounded In much good comedv. Rice A Barton's Big Gayety Co. kept the house In a roar of laugh- ter from curtain to curtain. Business was up to capacity at several performances. The Dainty Duchess Co. 4-6, City Sports 8-10, Bottling Nelson will be a special feature week of 8. Golden Crook 15-17, Vanity Fair 18-20. v Evans-vlHe— At the Grand (Pedley * Burch, managers) good audiences were In attendance at almost every performance of the Wayne Stock Co. This company Is ex- ceptionally strong, and will stay here per- manently. Muclyn Arbuckle, in "The County Chairman," attracted a big house, and gen- eral aatlafactlon was given. The Wayne Stock Co. will give "Tbe Lottery of Love" Oct. 20. "The Prince of Pllaen" 24. Peopub's (Pedley A Burch, managers).— Two good audiences Sept. 29, to see "She Looks Good to Father." and satisfaction was given. "A Mad Lore' 1 followed 30, and did good business both matinee and nlgbt. "The Enchanted House" comes Oct. 7. A perma- uent vaudeville has been Installed st this house, and popular prices of ten and twenty will prevail. The list Includes: Tbe Four Dancing Harrises,Vernon and Verner, Dodd and La Bart, Ida Howell, Billy Arnold and Lldla Gardner, Harry Webb aad the optl- scope. Bijou (Geo. Bellinger, manager).—This houte, after many improvemeats, has the appearance of a new theatre. Tbe bill week of Sept. 30 Included : George Fox and com- Siny, Tom Ryder's trained monkeys, tho rest Weatln, AI. C. Coleman. Leonard and Louie, Dixie Harris, and the bioscope. N0TBB.~-The Theatorlnm offers new views In the klnetoscope twice weekly, and con- tinues to have good patronage The new Wells BIJou Is rapidly being finished, and Mr. Jenkins, tbe local manager, Is here look- ing over matters for an early opening. The new house Is to be a beauty, ana will greatly add to EvansTllle's theatres In a recent novel plan to Interest people In politics, a vaudeville sbow composed of local talent waa given, and some clever people took part. The bit of the evening was made by Col. Jack Ropke, of the Bijou, who has a host ol friends and admirers here. Lafayette.—At the Grand (Geo. Mandtr- back, manager) " 'Way Down East,*' Sept. 27. gave a good show, to good business. Mr. and Mrs. John T. Powers, in "She Looks Good to Father," Oct 2, drew a fair bouse. Flint, the hypnotist, week of 8: "The Girl from Happylaud" 16, Lawrence D'Orsay 20, "Tbe Governor's Tardon" 23. Family (D. W. Maurice, manager).—Good business rules. Tbe bill opening week of 1: Orace Hoopes, Felix Rice, taura McDowel. Mel Bros., Roblsch and Childress. Week of 8 : Jarvls and Tudor, Helen Greatrex, J. C. Fox and Naoma Miner. 'Notk. —The owners of tbe Family Theatre contemplate building a new vaudeyllle the- atre, and running It with two shows a day, at 10, 20 and 30 cents. Frankfort.—At the Bllnn (Langebrake de Hufford, managers) Stetson's "Uncle Tom's Cabin," Oct. 1, had S. R. 0. "The Mummy and the Hummfnj Bird" 8, Maro 10, "Too Proud to Beg" 16. Cbtstal (Cbas. Welch, manager).—Latta nod Whltten, the Orvilles, Ethel Young, Ur. and Mrs. Wesley Stemsnorn, Chas. and Jen- nie Welch snd the klnodrome. Vincennei,—At tbe McJlmsey Theatre (Frank Greur, manager) "A Had Love" drew fair business Oct 1. "The Flaming Arrow" played to capacity 3. Royer Bros., In "Next Door," 4; wrestling match between Alex. Swanson and John Voss 10, "Dora Thome" 13. +*+ COLORADO. Denver.—At tbe Broadway (E. F. Mc- Court, manager) "The Free Lance" proved a very popular attraction last week. Wil- liam Collier. In "On tbe Quiet," Oct, 8-13. Obpiusum (Martin Beck, general mana- ger).—Bill for week of 1: May Boley and the Polly Girls, Mile. Tberese Rcnr, Mayme Remington, Arthur Demlng, Linden Beck- with, Johnstone and Cooke Armstrong and Vernon, end tbe kinedrome. Tabob Grand (E. f. McCourt, manager).— "Arizona" had well filled bouses last week. "Peggy from Paris" 8-13. Curtib (A. R. Pelton, manager).—"A $10,000 Beauty" did good business week of 1. Novi'LTi' (Henry LubelskI, manager).— Crowded houses were the rule last week. Louis Hutchison and Sunetaros were features. Cbtstal (G. 1. Adams, manager).—Good business last week, with the F. Maltese Co., Alsola, Randolph Askeland and pictures. Tivou (J. t Clifford, manager).—The Tl- voll Opera Co. preseuted "The Singing Girl" to well pleased houses. A double bill, con- sisting of "Tbe Bohemian Girl," for four days, and "The Maacot" for three days, week of 8. < i» BIAINE. Portland.—At the Jefferson (Cahn & Grant, managers) Wright torlmer, with a strong supporting company, presented "The Shepherd King" throughout the week of Oct. 1. A special performance of 'The Wild Duck" was given on tbe afternoon of 4, in wblcb Mr. torlmer scored well Tbe attend- ance throughout the engagement was of ex- cellent proportions. Booked: "Cape Cod Folks" 8-13. Pobtlasd (James E. Moore, manager).— The attendance and offerings were of the best laBt week. Due 8-13: Bailey and Aus- tin, Violet Black and company, the Three Durands, Al. Carleton, Nessen, Hunter and Nessen, Maceo and Fox. City Hall. —A grand concert for the bene- fit of the Maine Association for the Blind occurred here 3, with vocal and Instrumental eelcctious by the blind and other talent, from which a goodly aum was netted. The Maine MubIc Festival. W. R, Chapman, con- ductor, featuring Scaumann-Helnk, Kelsey, Duce, Miles, Johnson, Wiley, Canpana, Ba- rlle and Hawee, occurs 8-10. IfEW HAMPSHIRE. Manchester.—At Keith's New Theatre (Frank G. Mack, resident manager) business continues good here, tho S. R. O. sign being out several times. For week of Oct. 8: Tex- arkana and Walby, Adair and Dahn, May Bclfort, Master Gabriel and company, Dave Lewis, Mullen and Coretll, and the klaeto- graph. Park Tiieatru (John Stiles, manager).— Dnnlel Sully, in "The Matchmaker," came to Sood business Oct. 1. Otis Skinner, In "The ruel," 2, gave a performance that waa ex- cellent "Coon Hollow," 4-tf, pleased. Nance luel," 2, silent O'Nell 8 OKLAHOMA. Oklahoma City.—At the Overholser( Ed. OverholBer. manager) "Josh rerkina," Sept. 24, pleased. "'Way Down East" 28. "His HiKhness the Bey," 29, had a fine audience. "Lost in JSew York," SO, had fair bUBlncss. Stater 8tock Co. Oct. 1-3, "McFadden's Flats" 4, Tim Murphy 0. Eupibb (A. Feist ensteln. manager).— Opening, Sept. 30, bad capacity, with Miss Walsh, Hyde and Heath, Stella Stewart, Ansel and Doraln, and klnodrome. Bijou (E. J. Lassarre, manager).—The house opened for the season 30, with the Great Jackson, the Three De Oreaus, the Roylands, Jack Benson and bijougraph. Good opening business. Rinqmwo Bios.* Cinccs Oct. 3.