The New York Clipper (April 1903)

APBlL 4. THE NEW.. YORK CLIPPER. 130 Barton and Ashley continue at the TItoII the success of their opening; week. This week tbey are playing the Empress, Brix- ton In addition to the Tlvoll. * ^ Charles It. Sweet is now billed In the star position at the Oxford. A tremendous reception greets him nightly. Radford and Winchester write: "We are this week at Nottingham and hare been pro- kneed on Stoll tour for two more weeks. We have four American acta on the bill acaln this week, and the; all send kind re- tards to the Old Reliable/ I suppose, now that the 50th anniversary Is over, we must say New Reluhlk. Here are the Yankees: ludford and Winchester, Frank and Jen latona, Fanny Fields, and the Collins Trio, 'ihey are all big favorites here and going strong. We are following Fanny Fields, r ' and Jen Latona, and Collins Trio, three of the best comedy acts over here, and we manage to tear off a few laughs tbst are left behind. We return to the continent In two weeks time for a six months' tour of return dates In Paris, Brussels, Lelge, Leip- slc, Rotterdam and Amsterdam. I hear Tub Clipper of Feb. 26 Is tbe richest and most artistic theatrical paper ever published, but I expect mine this week and will let you know my opinion later." ■ I'hroso remains at tbe TItoII. Tils act seems to have a big drawing power, and the Tlvoll management are billing It as large as possible. 'ihe Hoopers on April 1 go to Paris to play a month's engagement at the Nouveau orque, with a month to follow at the Circus Clnlselll, Warssw. They return to England in July for eighteen weeks. Last week Karl Hooper entered Into a contract at Lambeth that will keep him busy for some time to come. The Onlaw Trio play Oattl's two London houses this week. A short provincial tour follows, then an engagement on the conti- nent, previous to sailing for America, where they are due In September. A few of the American acts In London this week, are: Delbosq, Clark and Earle, and Lltttle Fred, at the Empire; Weston and Yost, at the Palace; the famous Agoust Com- bination and Clayton, Jenkins and Jasper, at the Hippodrome; Mountford and Walsh, and Marba and Verity, at the Canterbury; Joe O'Gorraan and Will English, at the Para- Son; Harry Edson and his dog, "Doc," at the ew Grand; the Great Wetland and Hamilton Hill, at the Granville: May Moore Duprez, at tbe Cnmberwell Palace, and also at the Royal Standard; Terry and Lambert, and Rich and Rlrh, at the Royal, Holborn: Alex- andra Dagmar, Weston and Yost, C. E. Ed- wardes, and Marba and Verity, at the Metro- politan; Will English, O'Brien and Buckley, t,nd Hamilton Hill, at the London; O'Brien and Buckley, at Collins', Islington; the New York Zouaves, Barton and Ashley, and tbe Great Wellnnd, at the Empress Theatre; Cap- tain Woodward's seals and lions, and Bijou Russell, at the Middlesex; Will English, Alexandra Dagmar, Dutch Daly and Norman French, at the London Pavilion; Charles R. Sweet, at the Oxford, and I'hroso, Barton and Ashley, Julie Mackay, May Moore Du- 1 re.:, and Joe O'Gornian, at the Tlvoll. 4« » PENNSYLVANIA. Philadelphia.—There la not a single offering this week that Is new to local thea- tregoers, though the bills are by no means lacking In Interest by reason of familiarity, lluslness throughout the city last week was no more than satisfactory, the prevailing houses being of fair size only, and a really crowded house being Impossible to nod. There Is not likely to be any marked Im- provement In this state of affairs until after Kaster, as tbe penitential season appears to be having more effect on tbeatregoing this year than for several years back. Academy or Music.—Jamea K. Hackett has leased this bouse for the five nights be- § Inning Tuesday of this week and for Satur- ay afternoon, and will give six perform- ances of "The Crisis," supported by the same company which was seen at the Chest- nut Street Opera House earlier In the sea- son. The prices during the engagement range up to ll.BO for the best orchestra ctaa.rs and *2 for box seats. The liee.ii t-m 'Cycle, which was completed by the Phila- delphia Orchestra Thursday of last week, n roused considerable Interest among music lovers and proved to be a most Instructive series of concerts. Bboad Btbeet Theatre (Nixon k Zim- merman, managers).—Tbe much talked of ''Iris has at last been presented before local audiences, and, as was to have been expected, has caused a division of opinion. Virginia Horned undoubtedly shows her dis- tinctive ability in the title role, despite any objections to the play, and her admirable work received the commendation of the audi- ences throughout last week. These audi- ences has been of a size sufficient to well fill the theatre, and at this time this Is gratify- ing. The same offering is continued this and next week, to be followed Easter week by James T. Powers, In "The Jewel of Asia." Gabrick Theatre (Frank Howe Jr., man- ager).—At this bouse this week we have a return engagement of Viola Allen, In "The I.ternal City." The engagement 1b for a fortnight, and Is to be followed April 13 by "The Lltle Princess." Alice Fischer made her local stellar debut last week, In "Mrs. Jack," and by her excellent comedy work la this entertaining comedy secured for her- self an assured place In the memory of local theatregoers. Chestnut Street Opera House (Nixon 4 Zimmerman, managers).—Mrs. Langtry has come and gone, and the two plays she pre- sented here, though not entirely lacking In Interest, were by no means calculates to arouse any Intense enthusiasm. "The Cross Honda" has been seen In other cities, and needs no comment, and the new play by Paul Kester, "Mile. Mare," not only ap- peared to be Inherently weak In construc- tion, but treated a somewhat hackneyed sub- ject in a manner that presented nothing new. Audiences of fair size were In attend- ance throughout the engagement. This week A Chinese Honeymoon pays us a week's visit, and next week brings "The Sign of the Cross." at popular prices. Easter week Is set aside, as usual, for the MaBk and Wig lino. Chestnut Stbeet Theatbb (Nixon k Zimmerman, managers).—This and next week are to end the engagement of "When Johnny Comes Marching Home" at this house, where It Is continuing to attract well Hi ed houses. The coming offering is "The silver Slipper," opening Easter week. Walnut Stbeet Theatre (Frank Howe Jr., manager).—David Warfleld continues to entertain this week wltb bis Inimitable char- acterization of "The Auctioneer." Last week's audiences were of excellent size, and they not only applauded the star, but dis- played their thorough appreciation of the work of Marie Bates and the other members of tbe company. For next week is announced The Knickerbocker Girl," which is in for a run. AuDiTomcji (Stair k navlln, managers). —Hnverly's Mastodon Minstrels Is furnish- ing the entertainment at this bouse this week, the principal among the fun makers being George Wilson. Louis Mann, In "All on Account of Eliza," succeeded In entertain- ing audiences of excellent size last week. ■>ext week. Williams and Walker. Pabk Tmsatbb (F. O, Nlxon-Nlrdllnger, manager).—After a h'gbly successful week's engagement for "A 8lgn of tbe Cross," at this house, this week's entertainment Is sup- plied by Joseph Hart and Carrie De Mar, In Foxy Grandpa." The announcement for the corning week Is "The Burgomaster." National Theatbb (Joseph M. Kelly, man- ager).—This week, "The Fatal Wedding." Next week brings a return of the Smart Set. The patrons turned out In goodly numbers last week and applauded the thrilling sltua- tlona In "At the Old Cross ItoaUs." nOHMTUuUH (F. U. Nuou-N'lrdlluger. manager).—"McFadden'a Row of Flats" this yeek, to be followed next week by "Her M,r r la . g ?,„ Vow '",. Satisfactory attendance greeted "Happy Hooligan" last week. Kensington Theatre (John Hart, man- ager).—-"Gypsy Jack" Is the offering this wees, the lending role being assumed by nulls Granger. Good patronage was be- P'owed on n caS | e Clifton and her company In 'The Iloosler Daisy" laat week. Next week, a double bill, Including "Tbe Man of Mystery and "A Dumb Witness." Fobkpauoh'8 Tueatbb (Miller k Kaufman, managers).—The stock company of this bouse is presenting this week the melodrama, "The Hecret Dispatch." Louis Leon Hall and Florence Roberts have the leading roles, and they are supported by the other regular mem- bers of the company. "The Ticket o' Leave Man Is In rehearsal for the coming week. "The Taming of the Shrew" and "The Fool's Revenge" were both admirably presented last week, and the productions were heartily ap- proved by the liberal attendance of patrons. Gibabd Avenue Theatbb (Miller 4 Kauf- man, managers).—"The Danltes" la present- ed by George W. Barbler, Henrietta Browne and the other members of tbe stock com- pany this week. "The Voice of Nature" met with success laat week, being commend- ably presented and well attended. The an- nouncement for next week la the presenta- tion of a melodrama by Dore Davidson and Frederick Donn, entitled "The Test of rrlendshlp." Gband Opera House (G. A. Wegefartb, manager).—The opera company at this house is appearing this week In a production of "The Wedding Day," Delia Fox having been especially engaged for her original part. "The Jolly Musketeer" Is In rehearsal for the coming week. Last week's presentations of "Hob ltoy" deserved the very best of en- couragement, and received it la tbe way of filled nouses. Keith's Bijou Theatre (John Klerans, resident manager).—The excellent stock company at this house Is seen to advantage this week In "Christopher Jr.," the old vehicle for John Drew and Maude Adams, la Bouclcault's "The Jilt" the members of tbe company appeared to find very congenial roles, for the performances of this comedy last week were admirably given. Tbe audi- ences were of good size and thoroughly ap- preciative. Next week, "Men and Women." Columbia Tueatbb (ignaclo Martlnettl, manager).—"The Octoroon" la the offering by Carrie Radcllffe and ber stock company at this house this week. All of tbe realistic features are Introduced and the production made on an extensive scale. The company Is rehearsing "The Long Strike" for the com- ing week, in "Ours," last week, the mem- bers of tbe company found plenty of op- portunity for the display of tbelr abilities, and the patrons found opportunity for en- tertainment, and attended In goodly num- bers. Standard Tueatbb (Darcy k Speck, man- agers).—"Devil's Island" Is the atractlve offering by the stock company of .this house this week. The patrons continued to turn out in force to see N. S. Wood, supported by tbe stock company, and the performances of "The Boy Detective" last week were greatly appreciated. Next week, "Jesse James." Alien Street Tueatbb (Alexander Wurs- ter, manager).—This week's performances Include "Wilde Jagd," "Presctosa," "Drel Parr Schuke" and "Schoen Rothraut." Keith's Nbw Theatre (II. T. Jordan, resident manager). — Despite the general slacking up of business at the theatres, this house continued to entertain filled houses last week. Friday night was University night, the house being decorated with the Pennsylvania colors, and large numbers of the students attended the performance. An attractive bill Is arranged for tbe current week, Including: Robert Hllllard and com- pany, In "The Littlest Girl ;" Ilnl God- frey and company. In "A Very Bad Boy;" Jess Dandy, Rnrt Howard and I.cona Bland, la "A Strange Boy;" the Three Nevarros, George C. Davis, the Ros sow Midgets, Harkner and Lester, Quaker City Quartette, tbe Two Schrodes, Conroy and McFarland, Kline and Clifton, Sam Drane, Mile. Latlna, Reed and Show, and Russell and Locke. Eleventh Stbeet Opp.ba House (Frank Dumont, manager).—This week the offerings by tbe minstrels are freshened by tbe Intro- duction of two new and particularly timely burlesques. These are entitled "Tbe Hoodoo Doctor, or Love Powders and Herbs," and "Medals for Mothers, or Prizes for Big Families." Tbls Interesting new matter will serve to keep the patronage up to the high point of prosperity where It baa continued so long. Lyceum Theatre (John G. Jermon, man- ager).—The Utopians, presenting an attract- ive olio and two amusing burlesques, Is the current offering at this bouae. Tbe schedule calls for the World Beaters next week. Pop- ular entertainment was furnished by the Majesties last week, and the reward came In the shape of a highly profitable week. Trocadebo (Floyd Lauman, manager).— The offering this week Is Gerald's Inter- Ocean Burlesque Company, appearing In a varied and entertaining programme. There was a liberal turnout of patrons last week, when Rellly & Wood's Show offered an en- tertainment that was all that could he de- sired by tbe most exacting. Dunn's Star Theatbb (Fred Wnldraann. manager).—Entertainment Is furnished this week by tbe Vanity Fair Burlesquers, ap- pearing In a varied bill. The burlesque, ''Ophelia and Fadora," Is the entertaining ena of the programme, and a prominent feat- ure In tbe olio Is Mile. Anl. Rose Sydcll Is nnnouneed to bring her company next week. The Bowery Burlesquers was liberally re- warded last week for presenting an enter- tainment satisfying to all. Ninth and Abch Museum (C. A. Brnden- burg, manager).—Last week was no excep- tion to the apparently unvarying rule at this house, and a constant stream of patrons could be seen every afternoon and evening entering and leaving the curio hall and the theatre. In the latter department this week there Is an excellent continuous vaudeville programme, made up of Gilbert Sarony. the Hollands, Chris. Green, the Cannon Brothers. Marie Laurent, Crlmralns and Letnnd, and the clneogrnph. In the curio ball an Inter- esting feature Is the wrestling bouts between Chic Lucas and Billy Erwln, while Interest la also attached to Jos. Stanley, the Iron jawcu marvel: the Great Harvey, equilibrist; Prof. Casper, Boap king: Hcrr Huber. armies* artist, and Levlua and Gray, black urt seances. Notes. —Villa Knox Joins Ihe company nt the Grand Opera House to play Lillian Rus- sell's part in "The Wedding Day.".... .It Is announced that Cnmllte D'ArvlIle will be seen at the Grand Opera House the week of April 13, In "The Highwayman." A long nnd attractive programme Is being arranged for the benefit for the Actors' Fund, which oc- curs at the Garrlck Theatre. Thursday after- noon of this week Tuesday evening of Inst week some boys climbed up the stairs lo the gallery In tbe Itrpad Street Theatre dur- ing the last act of "Iris." and shouted fire. This nearly caused a panic among the large number of people who filled the houBe. and the rush for the doors was only stopped by the coolness of Virginia named, who walked to the front of the stage and assured the audience that there was no cause for alarm. After qnlet was restored the performance continued. The boys who caused the trouble were captured by the police and have b»en bound over for trial. N'lrdllnger A Wetherlll, publishers of theatre programmes, endeavored to attach some of the property of Louis Mann at the Auditorium, last Saturday, for a bill of 1115, claimed to be due for advertising the Clara Llpman Tooth Powder Rumors have been circulated during tbe past week of a Academy (A. J. Duffy, manager).—The new theatre to be built for the Independents King Dramatic Co. March .10-Aprll 4. "Tbo on Fifteenth Street, south of Chestnut. There Convict's Daughter," illK'8, drew good Is a lot there for which negotiations are at bouses. present undoubtedly underway, but whether Dixie's Thbatrb (II. F. Dixie, mann- er a theatre or not would bo bard to say. ger).—The bill for March 30 and week: » Piccolo Midgets, Carroll, Moa and Goodrich, Pittsburg.—Crowds still continue to Dorothy Neville, the Lelletls, Mike Bcott, throng all our places of amusement, afford- Mldgley and Carlisle. Ing a striking proof of tbe great prosperity _. BT iS i^'J; °- ,, " rr,n r? , ° n j . nm . da P r i-— of our population. " " The World Betters March 30-Aprll 1. 8am Ai.vin Theatre (Nixon k Zimmerman, T - Jack's Co. 2-1. The Dainty Duchess, managcra).—Ethel Barrymore Is presenting March 2(1-28, drew good bouses. "A Country Mouse" and "Carrots T ' for the ■ ■■ ■ ■ first time here. She began 30, and will con- »■»«,.,■» un„vi.™ihi,™,.n».„ tlnue till April 4. Jufta Marlowe gathered „*"• ?"*7T A S,B&S^SSSf w "Vi* them In till tbe house was full at every Si 1 "? <■'• A- -rSSBSJSS^alr^lJS performance up to March U. "Kin, Dodo* gSg^gjg* •^Gran'opa"''*!. Buou Theatre) (R. Gullck. manager).— iZ^^ir*' $8Li& fl£SlSi^&. c £S! 1 ^ "The Volunteer Organist" began his music '"/SSL 1 ?;,,,,,'?, 01 !,! hi'i £& Ma f cn ,?, 3 ' 30, and will keep on playing till April 4. !° d ' S^LSFSt k" 0 ! d ' d , l fa L rly wel, ;i Tha when he will resign In favor of -'Why L? u ' ^pj;an»..,-'T. had a big house. Hover- Women Sin." Lottfe Wllllama, In "Only a B »S&£*£gL " ook .? d ; J: A , Tnoroughbml Shop Girl," laat week. T . ra ¥ m P.. 3 . 0 '„7J°.™ dor ?, April 3. "The Tide Emi-ibb Theatre (K. J. McCullougn, man- TSJSi -*•*** V°, zy C °u rm «tf 6 vJ' ,,nlln "i ager).—Black Pattl and her troubadours J, ,owe " """/'J 1 .* nlc, " rt '" fcj^jEHHMK' have a big advance sale for the week be- 8un 8 u < 10 - Porter J, White, In "raust,' 11. ginning March 30. William Uonelll and WIHiamsnort.—At the Lycoming Opera Rose Stabl did a splendid week's business House (Flak k Hcebor, managers).—"My In "Janice Meredith, and gave a beautiful Friend from Arkansaw," small bix March 24. performance. Dan and Charles Mason come Jeffries and Fltzslmmons packed the bouse next week. In "Rudolph and Adoiph." 23. "The Iloosler Girl" bad good bouses. Grand Oi'eba Houhb (Harry Davis, man- matinee and evening, 2<l. Mrs. Flake and her ager).—"The Resurrection" was to have able company pleased ouc of the largest au-l been shelved 28, but did such an Immense most fashionable audiences ever assembled week's business that It baa been held for here, and had S. It. O. 27. Due: "Tbe New another week, commencing 30. "The Cbll- York Girl" 30, "Florodora" Ajprll 1, Porter J. dren of the Ghetto" is now announced for White's "Faust" 4. Repass Band (local) 7, positive production next week. European Burlesquers, with Jack Monroe, i ; Avence Tueatbb (Harry Davis, mann- "A Hidden Crime" 0. ger).—The Mortons, Keno, Welcb and Mel- Lancaster. At the Fulton Otwrn llnnan rose. Four Colllnls. Joe Maxwell and com- (Yccker " ( lelm managers) 3ffi Four fg*iE?B& £2fi^jEft'Si Cohans! |S "The «ove,nor'"so...'' drew'a els, Julie King, Maddox and Wayne, Ld. and packed home March 24 Burner's Mllltnrv Nettle Masse. Tom Almond Major Slaters, Band cam", to good business,*25. ''fK Harry Brown, Dorsch and Russell, and the dora" had a very lurac house "0 Andrew cinematograph comprises as strong a bill as Robson. In "Richard Carvel." dlil well 28. has been seen at this popular house this jj Ue: Wilbur Opera Co. 30-Aprll 4. immense U8t ™* S attendance contlnue<, En-ton—At Able Opera House (W. K. Duqle'snb Theatre (Harry W. Williams, r,1i. wl i' e 5,' n man T n r Jir'-.N l P r ^ d i 0 i a '' fiT 0 ' 1° manager).—The Orpheum Show came to f a Jj 0 ^'"f"?',.,M ™\H , 7'2 la ,. ^V°S\..i n visit ub 30, and will stay one week. Mana- 3**ifK^tSBl J l "g f > 8 J ?i "' £ h ; ,U8 « ger Williams had every rWon to feel gratl- T ?• Jr •"■■■. &',",,* yTtELSZ! 5L W eS JMK UP "" b ° X ^ ^ ?"'« 1 week^DsTld WaS, ft«5S IIabby Williams' Academy of Music t,0 " M 1 r '" APf' 1 ' '■ (HarryW. Williams, manager).—FrankCarr's Er,e —At Park Opern House (J. L. Oil- Thoroughbred llurlesqucrs began 30, and will »on, mannwn.—«Ills' Comedy Co.. March continue for one week. Trocadero Buries- -3-J8. at cheap admission, were favored with quers packed the house for one week, ending verr large attendance. Hilled : Frank Daniels, 28. In "Miss Simplicity," April 1; "Looping the DUQIT.8N8 Gardens (A. S. McSwIgan, 1-oop" 4. manager).—Arrangements are progressing sj « » rapidly for the season of grand opera to be vimnnn-ai'TTi given by the company from the vMetropolltan aiASSAi-iiusis, i rs. Opera House, New York, In April. ————— Spring Zefiiyrs. —O. 8. Totten, for sev- Doaton.—This week is an unusually brll- eral seasons connected wltb tbe business limit one for local playhouses, four new staff of tbe A4vm and Duquesne theatres, plnys, the grand opern, and varied events and one of the most popular and successful giving a notable theatre outlook. Mrs. men ever known here in show business. Is Fluke, In "Mary of Magdala," at the Trc- now treasurer of the Avenue Theatre mont : Clara Illoodgood, In "The Girl with Era Mudge scored an immense hit at the the Orcen Kyea," at Ihe Park: Ezra Kendall, Duquesne, where she closed 28. She was ill "The Vlnegur Buyer," at the Museum, and repeatedly called bark at every performance, Otis Hklnner, In "Lazarrc," at the Majestic, and on several occasions bod to make a ure the novelties. Popular price changes speech Gertrude Cosgrove McCauley,a are; "The Night Before Clirlstmns," at Pittsburg girl, writes that she Is dulug well Music Hall, ami "The Convict's Daughter,' with "A Chinese Honeymoon" Co at the tinnid Opera. "The Black Flug," at "D'Arcy of the Guards" will be given at the C.istlc Square, and "Devil's Island," at the Grand Opera House Kaster week, for tbe llowdoln Square, arc stock cards. Busl- tlia. first time here, when Billy Ingersull ncss averaged very good last week, notwltli- wlll wear a military uniform originally made staudlng the opposition of the Lenten sea- for Henry Miller, who scored a success In son nod excellent Spring weather, which the same play Tbe Redpatb Grand affected the matinees sumewhnt. There Is Concert Co., of Boston, concertlzed at old nothing very new In the way of bright theat- City Hall, under tbe auspices of tbe Y. M. rlcal news. C. A., 27, to good attendance. Tremo.nt Theatbb (Jno. B. Schoelfcl, mBn- * ager),—Mrs. Flake's engagement at this IlnrrlxbarK—A week of strong attrac- house, In "Mary of Magduln." which begins tlons brought fair business, but, with one Monday, March 30, has created widespread exception,-the receipts were to some extent Interest among local playgoers, and a profit- disappointing. able sojourn Is anticipated. Tbe supporting Grand Oi'ERA House (N. Appell, mana- cast Includes: Tyrone Power, Henry Wood- ?er).—Charles Hawtrey, In "A Messeuger r«ff. M. J. Jordan. Scott Craven, James rom Mars," March 23, pleased n small au- »oung, George H. Cristle, Frank McCormnek, dlcncc. The last of the V. M. C. A. Star W. tt. Macks, Sldaey Smyth, Henry HaskliiH, course entertainments. 24, drew a fair audi- Wm. E. Slcvln, Hose Kytlnge and Ida llam- ence. Tbe Four Cohans had tbe banucr lltoa. The engagement Is for three weeks, business of the week 115. playing to big James K. Huckett's three weeks' stay whs houses afternoon and evening. Mrs. Fluke not as profitable as was expected, fair at- presented "Mary of Magdala" 20, to a me- tendance being the average, dium house. The star, company and play Park Theatre (Rich, Harris k Cbas. scored one of tbe biggest hits of the sea- Frohman, manugersl.—On Mondny of cur- son. "Florodora" came 27, to good busl- rent week Clara Illoodgood makes her local de iiess, and "Tbe Denver Express,' 28, was but as a star at this house, In "Tbe Girl with a strong bill. Tbe coming attractions In- tbe Green Eyes," a comedy new to Boston, elude: "Richard Carvel" 30, "A Iloosler The company Is a strong one, and Includes: Daisy" 31, Mr. Langtry, In "Mademoiselle Robert Drouet, Jessie Hurley, Lucille Flu veil, Mars," April 1; "The Convict's Daugh- Harriett Otis Dlllenbough, Edith Talllaferru, tur" 4. John W. Atbuugh Jr., Charles Abbott, Ilium Notes. —Keene, the magician, reports good Mitchell and others. Length of tbe stay business In Central Pennsylvania. He will Is not stated. Henry Muter, in "The Taming i lose his tour the later part of April of Helen," closed Saturday night a success- Holdcn Hrothers' "Denver Express ' did well ful fortnight's engagement, the play aud at Mlddletown, Pa., Auditorium, 27 players making a good Impression. 11. G. Hergclroth, of Mlddletown, Pa., has IIomtux Museum (Field, Rich Harris k i ompleted an elaborate canvas outfit, and will C'has. Frohman, managers).—Ezra Kendall, direct the tour of "Coontown 400" during In "The Vinegar Buyer," Is here for a ton- the Summer, opening at Mlddletown, Pa., night's sojourn. This Is Mr. Kendall's local April 25 'The Denver Express" hnd a debut In the 'legit," and, according to press suinll house at Carlisle, Pa., 20 "'Way notices, bis vehicle Is a very strong one, and Down East" was a big drawing card at Rose- should entice and please tbe amusement dale Theatre, Chamberaburg, Pa., 24 seeker. C'has. Ilowser, Marlon Abbott, lid- Bowman and William Rocbuch will report, ward Chapman, Lottie Alter, Walter Tbonius, April 0, with Welsh Brother*' Show Ida Darling, ltoy Falrcblltl, Rose Norrls. "The New York Girl" Co. reports bad busl- John D. Onrrlek, Frank A. Howson uiul ness In the Cumberland Valley towns Harry Hanlon surround Mr. Kendall. Tint John Jennings left 20 for Baraboo, Wis., three weeks' stay of "The Little Princess" to Join tbe forces of the Klngling Bros' ended Saturday. Business was good, and Shows Dr. De Forest Gordon and Millie James' portrayal of tbe title role was wife are home after a successful tour tbe talk of the town. "The Country Girl" Milan Coylc Henrb, of this city, appeared returns April 13, for a short engagement, here 25, with the Colonials of Boston, under Majestic Theatre (Stair & Wilbur, mun- tbe auspices of tbe Y. M. C. A Tbe agora). —Otis Hklnner, who is somewhat of season of tbe Lykcns Theatre will close April a stranger to us, begins a fortnight's cu- 12. with a local production of "Othello," gagement at Ibis house Monday, March 30, with II E. Bulllngton In the title role presenting, for the first time In this city, II. II. Whlttler. general agent of the Indian "Lazarre. dramatized from the book uf the Bill Wild West Show, stopped In the city same name. In Mr. Skinner's support arc: 25, while cm mute East William T, Nannette Comstock, Maud Durbfn, Walter Ilnmlln, formerly of this city, Is In Chloago Allen, Hen Ringgold. Joseph Weaver and wltb W. II. Cneatan. arranging for tun others. "Tbe Htorks" closed March 28 Its launching for the launching of tbe new sixth week, with a slight Increase In busl- launchlng of the new food show. A ness. This musical comedy, which had such warm welcome Is being arranged for Ben. n successful run In Chicago last Hummer, J. Lander when he appears here April 3, did not repeat Its success In this city. Ball- on a return date of the "Beyond Pardon'' err It. Mantcli follows Mr. Hklnner. Co. Mollis Street Tiieatbe (Isaac B. Rich. a manager).—Tbls Is the second and final Heading.—At Ihe New Temple Theatre . w °e | «, 1 of J»hn prow. In "The Mummy and (Cbas. Bird, manager).—Tbe Carncr 8tock the Humming Ulrd." Large and faahlon- Co March 30-Aprll 4 nu ' c audiences attended Inst week s perform- Grand Opera House (Geo. M. Miller, ajices. and greatly enjoyed the work of Mr. manager).— Ollle Halford Stock Co.. March Drew and excellent compnnv In Isaac Hen- 2.1-28, played to good business, and the per- demon a great success. Lionel BuiTymor« formnnces were satisfactory. Davidson Stock WD » accorded a great reception for his Co 30-Anrll 4 clever acting, and really shared honors with Academy or Music (John D. Mlshler. »ue star. Tbe play and production has been manager).—Viola Allen. In "The Eternal «» well received that If con d remain aii- Clty,' f March 27: "A Turkish Texan" 28, ""'t. 1- w ; eK tl w '' n aWl financial results. April \f r , r anetrv 31 "• *'• "• Hotheru, In "Hamlet. Bijou Theatre (Updegraffe k Bonnell. Bosto* Theatre (Lawrence JlcCarty. managers).—The Majestic Burlesquers came manager).—rhe first week of tbo fortnight h to good business, 19-21. The Dainty Duchess engagement of the Metropolitan Opera House 23-25. had fair business, and gave an excel- t , < "°P aD L K Bt „ thl ? nou $ e *}?*** Hatunlay lent show. The Utopian Burlesquers. 20-28, "'int. The attendance for the week varied played to fair business, and had a tine show. In ■'»• but was very good on the whole. The World Beaters April 2-4. » n( J was only slightly behind the receipts of Nr/n™.—Col. Updegralfe 8r. Is 111 at his ■* J'"- whlcli was considered a most ex- resldence. and Is In S serious condition.... ccllent season. No disappointments, to Messrs UpdcgralTc Jr. and Alperln gave a "mount o anything, were recorded. 'Don dress rehearsal of their melodrama* "For Giovanni" Isit be opening bill of the farewell Her Mother's Sake." wblcb was attended by *«*. »$$ « otterdn . n !!! le ™ n tf th J llo " ln 1 many friends of the managers, and all pres- on e. "The Show Girl followa the grand ent thought the production most powerful °pera season. and sensational. Little Elsie showed her Cpt/HUAi. Theatbb (Rich, narrls & Chas. wonderful nblllty as one of the child charac- ' , ; ronmnn ' managers).—Large and cnthuslas- ters. The Indications are that the ahow will tl f.>"'' lenct '! "' " continue '°.«« * n « »'°, r y, be a money maker. with "The Sleeping Beauty and the Ilcast," M " moo * T m " - now In the olntli week of Its long stay. Out - of tow* playgoers are \ttj prominent In the Scranton.—At tbe Lyceum (A. 3. Duffy, make up cf the audiences, now that the run manager).—"Florodora" comes March 81, Is nearfng Its end. Mrs. Langtry April 3, Kyrle Bel lew 4. Chas. Grand Oprba IIousb (Oeo. W. Hagee, Hawtrey, 28 (return date), bad a large manager).—"Tbe Convict's Daughter," with house. a strong cast, beaded by Mildred Hyland and Lizzie May Ulmer, la the attraction here for week of March 30. "Saved from the Sea" attracted houses of goodly size laat week. The melodrama In a good one, and was friven a commendable Interpretation by a argc company. Next week, "Human Hearts." Music 1IAI.L (Stair A Wilbur, managcra), -Tbo second visit of "The Fatal Wedding" to this city was more profitable than tbo first, large houses being noticed for every performance of laat week. "The Night Be- fore Christmas" Is this week's card. Com- pany Includes: Elmer Grnndln, John C. Carlylc, James B, Martin, Pickering Brown, Frank Bryon, Chas. U. Wllsou, Ida M. Nel- son, Marie Klnile, Augusta Harris and others. "In Convict's Stripes" comes next week. Casti.e Sot'ARn Tiiratrb (J. tt. Emery, manager).—The management announces a revival of "The Black Flag," by the house slock, for current week. John Craig, John RalDpolla, Jas L. Secley, John T. Craven, Lillian Lawrence, Leonora Bradley and Iietta Jewel have the prominent parts. The pro- duction of "More Than Queen" was oncof the beat of tbe current senson, and wan another proof of the all around ability of the com- pany. The attendance' was big during tbe week and the patrons woro not slow to show Ibelr appreciation of the company's work. "Tho Merchant of Venice" Is iu preparation. Howdoin Square Theatre (o. e. Lo- throp, manager).—"Alvln Joslln, with Chan. Wllllard In the title role, wan a big drawing card last week. "Devil's Island'' It this weok's selection. Prominent In tbo cast arc : Willnrd Illnckmnre, Herbert Chcsley, B. 11. Phillips, Charlotte limit and Mnye Louise Algen. April 0, N. H. Wood, In "Tlio Waifs of New York." Keith's Tiiratrb (I). F. Keith, mana- ger).—Tbe usual strong programme la an- nounced for this week, Eugene Hnndow Is the bcndliner, and Is asnlRted In the enter- Dnhn, Lander anil Stanley, Rcldy and Cur- rier, Cnntwell and Jennings, Miles Htuvor dnle Quintet, Mr. and Mrs. Hurrv Thome, and the blogroph. Last week's shuw was of the Ideal type of vnudevlllu entertain- nient, and attracted 8. II. O. crowds. Howard Atiikmakusi (Win. McAvoy. man- ager). —Bill for current week Includes: Johnny and Emma Hay, Three Mlllettes, Toby Lynns and choir, Dolly Jordan, Yuta- kenu-e, llnrry Thomson. Vivian Hlstcra, Hen Walker, Htrouso aud Young, Alice Chcnlyn, Fuwley and Fowley, and Chns. and Helen Mark. Joe Fleids, Mark Wollcy, Arthur llruwn, Dot Davenport, Gladys Fisher and other members of the stock are seen in a new burlesque, entitled "No Matches Need- ed." Palace TiiBATnB (Chns. II. Wnldron, man- ager).—Hob Manchester's Cracker Jacks Co. is the fun provider for current week. "D. Munyon Vuldoni" and "Nature" are skits Introducing a compimy of thirty-live people. Viiudevllle acts: Kelly and Adams, tho Gluckora, Collus and North, tho Mayo Bis- ters and others. Full houses of enthusiastic put runs saw a bang up show lant week. Lyceum Tiiuatiie (G. II, Ilatcheller, man- ager).—Tbo attraction for this week Is one that has made good In this city before, and will undoubtedly repeat Ha former triumph. Hurry Morris and his clever company, In "Night on llrondwny," Is tho card. Berlb- nvr's Morning Glories had a prosperous week. Austin k Htone'h Muhbiih (Stone A Hhnw, managers).—Announcements for week cf March 30: Albertlna Monkey and Dog Vaudeville Co.. the only Austin, Enoch, 'IT nnlta Hlsters, Princess Brandon, James and Itlcbards, Morton Trio, Mnckey and Clark, Salerno, Jack Bancroft. Golnes and Hazard, Lanrltu and Vnzo, Winters and Clark, How nnl Misters, Hurley Bisters. Leonard and linsleilo. Harrington and Kellcy, Martin and Elexiiiiiler, and Jennings nnd Renfrew, Nickki.oiikn (L. It. Walker, manager).— Curio ball: Hwaln's trained geese and edu- cated cockatoos, itose Davenport, bag punch- er: Louise I'cnard's midgets, tho Colemans, exponents of epldermlal unvlntlou, and Mot- tle, prestldlgllutour. Hnuscy Deltluo's Pa- risian Belles Burlesque Co. presents a new production, entitled -"The Trials of a Mnnii- fer," Iu which tbo following appear: Tho Iclthios, Morln Bisters, 10. It. Clark, Paul lue Mnson, Hnzel Palmer and others. Htaub Chatter. —John Crulg has received nn offer to ho the leading mun for Bertha Onllnnd next season.... Majestic bill March 211: Johnstone Bennett and company, Howard nnd Bland, Vernon, Bam Drane, Gnvlii nnd Piatt, Ilerol and llcrol, Frnser and Patter- sou. Klllecn and Murphy, and the Leslie Misters Mnnnger J. W. Htrom. of tho Howdoin Hquaro Museum, after three successful seasons retires from business for a short time, owing to his bouso being over- leased by another party. Mr. Htrom will go to his Bummer homo nt Bristol, It. I., where be will seek a much needed rest. It seems too had the museeuin Is closed, as It was one of the best places In the city lo nmuso oneself, especially for those living 111 Ihe section of tbo city where tha museum Is located. Manager Htrom In to be con- gratulated on his successful uiunngcment of the curiosity show hnusu Music Hall bill Mnrch 21): Wilfred Clarke nnd com- pany. Julia Kinsley ami company, Carroll Johnson, Howe nnd Heutt, llnrlel, Duly nnd Qulnn, Alhiirliis nnd Millar, Hhcri- ilun and Forrest, and the Berkeley Comedy Four ICellar comes to the Ma- jestic the week of April 20 Julia Arthur, it Is snld, expects to piny short star engagement next season In Boston, New York ana Philadelphia Murlun Kllby nnd Robert Thome join the Bowdoln Square stork this week Georgu Kidney, In "llusy Izsy," comes to Music Hall noon.... Fred Ht. Onge, Glrnrd ami Gardner, nnd I'dmund Breese are Ixioked for Keith's week of April 6 Great hilling was done for Mrs. Flake's "Mary of Mngdnla" engngn- ment at the Tremont, and Chns. II. Perry, the advertising manager, tins been congrat- ulated on all sides for his effective work. Hprlngflrlri.—At the Court Bqunro Then- tre (W. C. Le Nolr. manager) .—"The Uur- gomaster," March 24, captivated a large audience. Oils ('. Welnburg, In tho title role, made a very favorable Impression. Mary Hhnw. In "Ghosts," 27, bad a small but very enthusiastic audience. The ploy was pre- sented by a company of finished actors. I.con Herrmann mystified two good audiences after- noon and evening, 2N, tho programme being varied and entertaining. Coining: "'Way Down Kant" ftO-Aprll 1. Millie James, In "Tho Little Princess," 2, S; Robert Kdeson, In "Hohllers of Fortune," 4; "The Holy City" (1. Kellar 7, Mrs. Langtry 8, Do Wolf Hopper Kr.w Oii.jfniiB Tiikatiir (Jennie G. Hmllh, manager).—"An American Gentleman," 23- 2n, wns well received by fair houses. "Iter Marriage Vow," 20-28, was very entertain- ing, tho members of the company being fully equal to the parts assigned them. "Tbo Little Outcast" 30-Aprll 1. Grand Oi'kra Horsn (Charles W. Fonda, manager).—Tho Topny Turvy Hurlesquers, 2:1-2.1, had big business, and presented a show well worth tlie patronage It received. The two burlesques were entertaining, and the olio was fully up to the standard. One of tbe novel and most taking features wns the harmonica solo by one of the members.of the fhnrus. "A Hidden Crime," 20 28. played, to light business, the production deserving better patronage. Hooked: Web- er's Dainty Duchess Rurlcsquern April 4, "A Warm Match" 0-«. "Mickey Finn" D-ll. Nelson Tiikatbr lJ. F. Burke, manager). —An evenly balanced bill was offered br the management last week, which enjoyed fairly good returns. Card for thin wi»ek: Milton and Dolly Noblps, presenting "Why Walker