The New York Clipper (December 1903)

Dec ember 12 THE 2STEW YOEK CLIPPER. 995 NEW JERSEY. Newark.—Moat of the theatres received moderate attention last week. Newabk Theatbb (Lee Ottolengul, man- »Her) —"The Tenderfoot," this week, Intro- duces Richard Carle, for the first time here as a star. "A Midsummer Night's Dream," with Nat Goodwin, proved a treat last week. The charm of comedy and music was well appreciated by fairly good audiences. The ibeatre will be dark week of 14. Columbia Theatre (M. J. Jacobs, mana- ger), The scenic melodrama, "Over Nlagaxa Falli." offers the patrons worthy entertain- ment this week, and Is well presented by a capable company. "The Price of Honor" played, to fair business, last week. "The Wayward Bon" 14 and week. Eupieb Theatre (H. M. Hyams. mana- ger The pastoral scenes of "The Volunteer Organist," with its realistic effects, are again on view this week, and should stimulate busi- ness. "The Queen of the White Slaves" proved to contain the elements which go to make a successful melodrama, and drew mod- erate bouseea last week. "Zlg Zag Alley" week of 14. Blanet's Theatbb (Cbas. E. Blaney, man. sger).—"Wedded and Parted" presents a strong moral lesson tbls week, In Theodore Kremer's popular vein. Joseph Santley, In "From Rags to Riches," drew average busi- ness last week. "Too Proud to Beg'' week Walduank's Theatbb (W. S. Clark, man- ager).—Al. Reeves' Show again presents the distinctive features this week which mark It from the general ran, and which usually Urines a generous portion of business to It. The Bon Tons catered to the patrons In their pleasing way last week, and rendered a good financial account at the end of the week. Trocadero Burlesquers week of 14. Pboctob's Thkatbe (J. Austin Fynes, manager).—The particular brand of enter- tainment put forward here continues to In- terst and amuse a goodly proportion of thea- tregoers. A select bill this week Introduces Mary Norman, Milton and Dolly Nobles, the Juggling Johnsons, Holden's Mannlklns, Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Darrow, John F. Leon- ard, Tom Brown, and Navarre ft Shultz'a dogs complete the bill. Last week's bill drew well, with Louise Dresser deservlngly favored. Notes. —Messrs. Klaw 4 Erlanger an- nounce the withdrawal of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at the end of the Brooklyn engagement The title of the piece, called "The Evil Men Do," has been dropped, and It Is now known as "The Choir Boy of St. Mary's." Newark Lodge of Elks took prominent part la the Institution of the new lodge at New Brunswick Mme. Melba and accompanying singers will be heard here Dec. 12, at Kreuger Auditorium. ■ Trenton.—At Taylor's Opera House (A. B. Slmmonds, msnager).—Thomas E. Shea & Co., Nov. 30 and week, had their usual big business and every play and every mem- ber of the company were well received. Com- ing: "The Minister's Daughters" Dec. 7, "The Billionaire" 8, "Zlg Zag Alley" 9, "When We Were Twenty-one" canceled 10. "'Way Down. East" comes In Its place. "Dsvld Harum" 11, Mary Mannerlng 12. Thent Theatbb (Edward Kenton, mana- ger).—This new bouse opens to the public Dec. 8. On the evening of 7 a complimentary invitation opening, by the Trenton Theatre Building Co., to their many friends, will be given. This house will be strictly vaude- ville, and the following attractive bill will be here 7 and week: Jules and Ella Garri- son, Klein, Ott Bros, and Nlckerson, Tro- vollo. Press Eldrldge, Shean and Warren, Four Huntings, Irene Franklin, Wesson and Wesson, American blograph. Two per- formances dally are to be given. The Trent Theatre was built and will be managed by tbe Trenton Theatre Building Co., owners of Taylor's Opera House. Wm. 8. Hancock, president; Barker Gummese, vice presi- dent ; Harry C. Taylor, secretary: Thos. B. Taylor, treasurer; A. H. Slmmonds, general manager. Tbe capacity of tbe house Is 1,600, and twelve boxes and four lores; six- teen modern dressing rooms, with hot and cold water. The staff and assistants will be Edward Kenton, manager; stage mana- ger, Samuel Mirfleld; electrician. Matt Brlt- ton; box office, Chas. Cox; door men— Samuel Fell, Herbert Kelso and Thos. Craves; advertising men—Ed. Farley, Ste- ghen Connelly, Clarence Drake; programme, y Percy Peck; ushers—Samuel Fell, George Naylor, George Lloyd, James Brian, Jos. Cryne, Furman Smith, Frank De More, James Connelly, William Bensel, Frank Tenedell Matt Corrlgan; officers—Laurence P. Clarke. Albert Logue; orchestra—Rich- ard Sbetllck. leader; Thomas V. McLaugh- lin, assistant; E. Prusslen, Hook Osborne, John Dlneen, B. D. Gllliland, M. C 8mlth, Bert Benjamin, J. E. Lynahon. Mr. Shet- lick also contracts the orchestra of ten men at Taylor's Opera House. Mishleb's Stats Street Theatbb (Cliff »V. Grant, business manager).—This house will be formerly opened 0, with Mrs. Flske, In "Mary of Magdala." The sale of seats shows that the entire house will be sold out for the opening night, which promises to be a bril- liant affair. This house was built by O. D. JVHkenson, and I. C. Mlshler is the lessee. Seating capacity Is 1,700, with ten boxes and loges. The staff and assistants are: I. C. Mlshler, manager (this makes bis sixth thea- tre) ; Cliff W. Grant, business manager; John Berger, treasurer; Henry Moff, stage mana- ger; Frank Cromley, electrician; John Em- ory and Edgar Fritz, door men; White Ar- nold, advertising; Frank Crosley and Henry Schlnderwolf, officers, and ten ushers. The orchestra will be under tbe direction of Prof. Barker, of Altoona, and will consist of six- teen pieces. The stage Is 75 feet wide, 40 feet deep, 72 feet high to fly gallery. The proscenium arch Is thirty-eight feet wide. There are twelve dressing rooms, and a bath room Is provided for tbe actors. Bookings are: "For His Brother's Crime" Dec. 10-12, Wlllam Collier 14, Isabel Irving 15. ■ Jersey City.—David War field, In "The Auctioneer," had a week of capacity houses at tbe Academy, ending Dec. 5. "No Wed- ding Bells for Her" crowded tbe upper sec- tion of the Bijou to suffocation, while the lower portion was comfortably filled. La- fayette and a clever olio did well at the Bon Ton. Academy (Frank B. Henderson, manager). —Week of Dec. 7, Thomas E. Shea and his company, In a repertory of strong produc- tions. 'The Worst Woman in London" 14- ., Bwon (John W. Holmes, proprietor).— The Sign of the Four" this week. "Over Niagara Falls" 14-18. Boh Tom (T. W. Dlnklns, manager).— Hyde's Comedians tbls week, Introducing the Four Mortons. Four Holloways, PIccoIo'b Midgets, Paul Klelst, Cole and Warner, Ben- nett and Young, Hill and Whltaker, Carr and Burns, snd Cole and Warner. Notes. — Zeda and Delia, contortionists, now with the Great Lafayette, made their first appearance In America at the Bon Ton, Young's Pier. Atlantic City, New Year's eve. The show is booked over the Stair * Havlln circuit. * ■ ElUafaeth.—At tbe Lyceum Theatre (EI- roy fr Drake, managers).—"Deserted at the Altar' came Nov. 26-28, to excellent busi- ness, the performances and cast being good. "The De;!i In Skirts" came 30-Dcc. 2, to Targe business. Tho company was good, and the plot and performance Interesting;. "Wedded and Parted" opened Dec 8-5. to capacity. Tbe play produces many climaxes and appeals to both top and bottom of tbe boose. To arrive: Wormwood's Dog and Monkey Circus and Vaudeville Co. 7-0, "Shooting the Chutes" 10-12, "For Her Brother's Crime" 14-18, "No Wedding Bells for Her" 17-10. Jacobs'. —To arrive: "Happy Hooligan" 7. Mrs. Flake, In "Mary of Magdala. 8: Chauncey Olcott 14. of poor business. This Is a mistake that should be corrected, to far as Butte Is con- earned, as the business dons by first class companies In Butte this season has been good. ♦ ■ » COLORADO. Iloknken.-At tbe Lyric (H. P. Soulier, manager).—Business continues up to the standard. "Wedded and Parted" and "Kid- napped In New York" gave great satisfaction week ending Dec. 5. "For Her Brother's Crime" 6-9, "Fight for Millions" 10-12, Vo- xel's Minstrels 13-16, "Two Little Waifs" 17-10. Esipms (A. M. Bruggeman, proprietor). —Tbe Boston Fadette woman's Orchestra, a One organization, Is tbe headllner at tbls popular resort, opening 6, for the week; a it rong bill has also been provided. Business Is good. ■ Atlantic City.—Ocean Pier Theatre (Harry D'Esta, representative).—"Lovers' Lane" had good bouses Dec. 2, 3. "The Vil- lage Parson" drew well 5. Coming: Mrs. Fiske, in "Mary of Magdala," 7; Vogel's Minstrels 8, "'Way Down East" (No. 1 company) 0, "Hello, BUI," 11 ; 'The Vil- lage Postmaster" 12, John Drew 14, Jos. J. Sullivan, In "Tbe Blackthorn," 16; Grace George, In "Pretty Peggy," 19, Savoy Theatbb (Huntley ft Moore, mana- gers).—Good business continues to be at- tracted by the Huntley-Moore 8tock Co., the permanent attraction at tbls house. ■e ■» RHODE ISLAND. Denver.—Broadway Theatre (Peter Mc- Court, manager).—Week of Nov. 30 Jos. U. Stoddart and Ruben Fax, In "Tbe Bonnie Brier Bush," played to good houses. Jeffer- son De Angel ft Dec. 7-12. Tabob Grand (Peter McCourt, manager). —Week of Nov. 29 "Mr. Jolly of Jollet" bad good houses. Mason and Mason Dec. 7-12. Nbw OBl'HBUM (Lee tlauey, manager).— Week of Nov. 80: Emmetc Corrlgan A Co., Wenona and Frank, Three Crane Bros., tbs Auers, Crawford and Manning, Fisher and Wacker. Larkln and Patterson. & It. 0. every night. Nbw Cubtib Theatbb (A. R. Pelton, man- ager).—Week of Nov. 29 "In a Woman's rower" gave a fine show and had good houses. Crystal Theatbb (Geo. Ira Adams, man- ager).—Week of Nov. 80: Moreland and Fagan, the Bennlngtons, Stelner Bros., Belle Stewart, Geo. Campbell. Business is good. Empikb Theatbb (Leary ft Hagan, man- agers).—Week of Nov. 80: Tbe Aherns, Kelly snd Masse/. Ollvea and Facon, Frank Holden, Felice Thompson, tbs Fessenden*, IS. A. Williams, Good houses. »« » KENTUCKY. Providence. — Providence Opera House (Felix It. Wendelschaefer, manager).—Ray- mond Hitchcock, In 'Tbe Yankee Consul," pleased large audiences week of Nov. 30. Another of Its kind, "The Sultan of Sulu," opened 7, for a week. Empire Theatbk (Spitz ft Nathanson, managers).—"The Factory Girl," a thrilling melodrama, was presented Isst week. 'Too Proud to Beg" was given Dec. 7, and "De- serted at tbe Altar" will follow. Imperial Theatre (Felix R. Wendelschaef- er, manager).—The Ellnore Sisters," In "Mrs. Delaney, of Newport," made a good Im- pression and drew well week of Nov. 30. "The Ninety and Nine" this week. Louise Louisville. — Macauley's Theatre (John T. Macauley, manager).—Elisabeth Kennedy, In "As You Like It," was tbe attraction Nov. 30-Dec. 2. She was given a cordial greeting. Her Rosalind and John Webster's Orlando were excellent. Harry Beresford, In "The Professor'B Love Story,'' to good busi- ness, 3-5. Coming: Blanche Walsh (return engagement) 7-9, T The Prince of l'llsen" 10- Mabonic Theatbb (Cbas. A. Shaw, man- ager).—Charley Grapewla, week of Nov. 80. presented "The Awakening of Mr. Plpp. The play Is founded on the one act sketch of the same name, which Mr. Grapewln and Anna Chance previously gave to vaudeville. Crowded houses ruled during tbe engagement, the audiences being kept In continuous laugh- ter. John Knrkamp, of tbls city, and musical director of the company, sang seversl songs between the acts, winning hearty applause. Lewis Morrison Dec. 7-12. Avenue Theatre (Cbas. A. Shaw, mana- ger).—"Across the Pacific" week of Nov. 80, una, although seen here a number of times, Its drawing power has not In the least di- minished, judging from tbe crowds at every performance. Harry Clay Blaney was sup- ported by a good company. "The Charity Nurse" 6-12. Buckingham Theatbb (Whnllen Bros., managers).—Vanity Fair gave an excellent performance last week, and pleased large IOWA. Des Moines,—At Foster's Opera House (Wm. Foster, manager).—"The Governor's Son" drew a large audience Nov. 20. "Ro- bert Emmet," with Robert Connea In tbe title role, bad two good audiences 20. Millie James, in "The Little Princess/' 27, 28, came to good business. "King Dodo" Dec. 8, Otis Skinner snd Ada Rehan 4, 'The Chaperons" 5, "Mrs. Wins, of the Cabbage Patch," 7, Kathryn Kidder 9. Grand Opera House (Wm. Foater, man- ager).—"A Trip to Chinatown" came, to crowded bouses, 26-28. "Where Is Cobb?" opened, before a big audience, 80-Dec. 2. "Lost River" comes 8-5, "The Game Keeper" 7-0, "Maloney's Wedding" 10-12. Auditorium (Wm. Foster, manager).— Tim Murpby, In "Tbe Man from Missouri," played a successful return engagement Nov. 26. Adeline l'attl and concert company Dec. « ' Cedar Baplda.—At Greene's Opera House (Will 8. Collier, business manager).—Eu- genie Blair, In "Zaxa," pleased Nov. 25. 8. Miller Kent, in "Facing the Music," 26, drew two big Thanksgiving houses, and pleased. Robert Conners, In "Robert Emmet," 27, gave excellent satisfaction, "Maloney's Wed- ding Day," 28, drew fair sited houses, mati- nee and night. The company remained here several days for reorganisation. Tim Mur- "*"», In "The Man from Missouri," pleased a r bouse Dec. 1. Coming: "Lost River" 2, "King Dodo" 4, Otis Skinner and Ada Rehan 6, "Ten Nights In a Bar Room" 7, the Bostonians 0, Katberlne Wlllard 10, "Qulncy Adams Sawyer" 11. "Katxenjammer Kids" 12, Clara Bfoodgood 14, Herrmann 15, "Tbe Sleep; King" 10, "An Indiana Ro- mance" 17, "Where Is Cobbt" 18. Notes. —Tbe Rev. George Edward Walk) chaplain of the Actors' Church Alliance, has removed from Council Bluffs, la., to Cedar Rapids, to become rector of Grace Episcopal Church Bernard J. Rellly, In advance of "King Dodo," and Walter Collier, ahead of Otis Skinner and Ada Rehan, were here Nov, 26 Geo. L. Smith, representative of "Qulncy Adams Sawyer," was In town 28.... Chas. Tbropp, In advance of Katherlne Wll- lard, and Fred Miller, ahead of Martin's "Ten Nights In a Bar Room," were here 80. Fort Dodsre.—At tbe Midland Theatre (Betb Meeervey, manager).—Tbe May Sher- wood Concert Co., Y. M. C. A. course, packed ECKERT AND BERO, Who, by many seasons of brilliant operatic and comedy work, have attained a foremost position In their line, have completed their new spectacular operatic comedy Bklt, "Tbe Land of Two Moon.'' and are booking It to excellent advantage. Mr. Eckert Is one of tbe best known performors la bis line in America, bis Japanese act, "Little Pee Wee," having won for him and Miss Berg many enthusiastic praises from pnpers everywhere. Mr. Eckert is an artist with a fine musical education and years of operatic experience. He has played principal roles In more than forty operas, and his history links Itself with many years of notable operatic progress. Under his tutelage Miss Berg has achieved a notable measure of success. Beaton will appear In "Rachel Goldstein" next week. Park Theatbb (Spits & Nathanson, man- agers).—"A Celebrated Cose" was unraveled to tbe audiences week of 30, followed Dec. 7 by a farce, "A Family Affair." "Ca- mllle" will be the stock company's produc- tion 14-19. Keith's Providence Theatre (Charles Lov- enberg, manager).—An unusually good bill week of Nov. 30 was headed by the Eight Vassar Girls, and also contained: The Grand Opera Trio, Gus Williams, Howard snd Bland, and others. On tbe programme week of Dec. 7: Will H. Sloan and Yolande Wallace, Evcrbart, the Four Sensational Bolsos, Fia- isy and Bnrke, Joe Maxwell and Co., Jo- senhlne Gassman and pickaninnies, Paul Ste- phens, the Lowe-Hughes Duo, Julian Rose, iiir. and Mrs. Larry Shaw, the Brownings, In a comedy sketch: John Gelger, Spauldlng, Ed. and Nettle Masse, and tbe blograph. Keith's Pawtucket Theatre (Charles Lovenberg, manager).—On the programme of Dec. Tare: The Snnford Sisters, Purcell and Brooks, Bobbins and Trennemon. Mile. 0> ve, A. C. Duncan, Matthews and Ilarrln, Wilson and Davis, and Harding and Ah Sid. Westminster Theatbb) (George H. Batch- eller, manager). — The Rcntz-Santley Co. played, to good money, week of Nov. 30, fol- lowed Dec. 7 by Miner's Bohemian Bur- lesquers. Fay Foster Co. comes week 14. —+ MONTANA. was comfortably filled Nov. 28, and "The Little . Christian" was given. Boms good singing was beard. Al. 0. Field's Minstrels gave one of the beat minstrel performances ever seen here. Mr. field did not appear. Elisabeth Kennedy played, to two fair sited audiences, 28. In the part of Rosallna, la "As You Like It," she made a moat decided hit, and was enthusiastically encored. Mabel McKlnley Co. called out good houses, matinee and night, Thanksgiving. She possesses a charming voice. Tbe Y. M. C. A. Star Course Dec. 1, Nat M. Wills, In "A Son of Rest," 2: Lewis Morrison, In "Faust," 4; "The Wltard of Ot" 0, "Tbe Burgomaster'' 12, "The Prince of l'llsen" 14, Charities IB, Y. M. C. A. 17, Viola Allen 19. Pboplb'b Theatre (I'edley A Burcb, man- agers).—A most successful week, with the Van Dyke & Katon Co. as the attraction, Nov. 28-28. The company Is considerably raft audiences. The principal feature of the olio was tbe sensational act given by Mile. Anl. Dorothy Dene, Jack Gardner, Sberlden and Anger, Cook and Sylvia, Irahof and Conn all made good. For week of 6, tbe Imperials, and week of 13, Merry Maidens. Notes. —Col. J. D. Hopkins, formerly man. ager of Hopkins' Theatre, was In the city last week, looking for a suitable place to open a vaudeville house. He has decided to open In the Auditorium temporarily, the first performance to be given Dec, 20 Harry H. Hill, manager of Vantly Fair, bat Surchased of W. B. Seeley, husband of the late iessle Boneblll, all tbe songs, costumes and paraphernalia with which she toured tbls country. Mile. Anl la now studying tbe songs, preparatory to going Into vaudeville. Pnducnh.—At the Kentucky (James E. English, manager).—Al. Field's Minstrels, Nov. 80, pleased a full bouse. Nat Wills, In "A Bon of Rest," played, to capacity, Dec. 1. Lewis Morrison, in "Faust," matinee and night, 5, had good business, Coming: Black Patti 7, "A Royal Slave" 9, 8am T. Jack's Co. 10, "Wizard of 0»" 11. "Tbe Prince of Pllsen' 1 16, May Sargent 10. ««» NEW HAMPSHIRE. + »» strengthened this season, and la offering a strong list of attractions. Ollle Katon de- serves special mention. Ward and Vokes, In "A Pair of Pinks." played, to 8. R. 0., matinee and night of 20. They are sur- rounded by an excellent company, and are giving general satisfaction. Some good spe- cialties are Introduced. "A Royal Slave" Dec, 5. 8am T. Jack's Co. 8, "Human Hearts'* 18, the Octoroons 14, Powell Zatell 10, 17, "Hottest Coon In Dixie" 10. Ward's Minstrels 20, Notes. —Marry W. Wright, formerly of the Wright Carnival Co., la going to Introduce vaudeville for dally performances, both mati- nee and night, at the People's Theatre, com- mencing Jan. 4. The bill will be changed every week The Vivian De Monte The- atrical Co. spent Thanksgiving here, having an open date The Temple Theatre, of Owensboro (I'cdlcy ft Burch, managers), have booked lbs Van Dyke ft Katon Co. week of Nov. 80. "The Wltnrd of Ot" Dec 10, Ward's Minstrels 15, New Octoroon 16, "Mlsa Hobbs" 17. ''Hottest Coon in Dixie" 18, "Eben Holden" 10. nvuu V.VUVCIV W.| -a.- .'a. vi *»• tuuisci liu\.»i.u the bouse Dec. 2. Tim Murphy, In "The Man from Missouri," packed tbe bouse from pit to dome Nov. 27. "Uncle Josh Spruce- by" did an enormous business at two per- formance 20. An excellent company pre- sented "The Governor's Son," to 8. It. O., 24. "Tbe Chaperons" had a large advance sale for Dec. 4. "Alpbonse and Gaston" S, "Katzenjammer Kids'' 8, "Tbe Convict's Daughter" 10, "A Thoroughbred Tramp" 14, Katberlne Wlllard IB. Iowa City.—Opera House (John N. Col- drcn, manager).—8. Miller Kent, In "The Violin Maker of Cremona" and "Facing the Music," gave excellent satisfaction Nov, 24. St. Marys Lyceum Co. (home talent), under the maungment of Frances N. Sueppel, pre- sented "My Friend from India" 28, 20, to big business. The Flints, 27, 28, drew fair houses. Tim Murpby. In "The Man from Missouri," pleased a large house 30. "The Beggar rrlnee" Opera Co. Dec. 2, 8, "A Runaway Match" 7, "Qulncy Adams Saw- yer" 10, "An Indiana Romance'" 16, "Red River" 17. Boone.—At Aries' Opera House (Wiley A Klrby, managers). — Yvlnnlnger Bros., In "Pike Co. Folks," played, to a large and ap- preciative audience, Nov. 30, with "Resur- rection" on TueBday, and on Wednesday, "Chimes of Notre Dame." The company has played here before, and they were assured food business. "The Convict's Daughter" )cc. 5, "The Katzenjammer Kids" 7, "Ma- loney's Wedding" 8, Martin's "Ten Nights In a Bar Room" 9, ''A Thoroughbred Tramp" 10, "Shore Acres 1 ' 17,'"01d Farmer Hopkins" 10. Keokuk.—At tbe Keokuk Opera House (E. Jaeger Jr., resident manager).—"Tbe Fatal Wedding," Nov, 20. pleaaed good house. "As You Like It/' with Camilla Reynolds leading, drew only fairly 27. An- drew Hobson, In "Richard Carvel," 28, de- lighted a large audience. Btetson't "U. T, C. Co. attracted Ita usual good business 30, and satisfied. Coming: Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Flint, hypnotists, Dec. 14-10; tbe Bostonians 18. Davenport.—At tbe Burtls Opera House (Direction Chamberlln A Kindt).—"Qulncy Adams Sawyer," matinee and evening Nov. 20, drew two large houses. Tim Murpby 28, "Robert Emmet' 29, "The Oovernore Son 30, Harold Hanson Dec. 1, "Znza" 2, "The Fatal Wedding" 4, Kathryn Kidder B, "A Runaway Mntch" 6, Richard Bubler 7, the Bostonians 8, the Dainty Duchess Co. 11, "Tbe Way of a Woman" 18, "Tbe Parish PrleBt" 10, "Busy Itzy" 20. Darlington.—At Grand Opera House (Chamberlln, Harrington & Co., managers), —"A Texas Steer" Nov. 28. Stetson's "U. T. C." played, to 8. It. 0., matinee and night, 20. 'tost River" 28. "The Fatal Wed- ding" had fair business 80. "The Governor's Son' drew a fair bouse Dec. 1. Coming: "American Hobo" 4, Richard Buhler B, and "Punkln Hueker," 11, both canceled; Dainty Duchess Co. 12, the Bostonians 17. Camden.—The Temple Theatre here has been playing to good business all season. Three night stands are in vogue at this house, two different shows a week, with two matinees. 'The Little Church Around tbe Corner" played Nov. 20-Dec. 2, followed by "Bachel Goldstein" 8-8. Due: "Her Mar- riage Vow" 7-9, "Wedded and Parted" 10- 12. "Two Little Waifs" 14-16. note. —Marshall W. Taylor's production of Wm. Murphy's "If Women Were Men," a story of New York society life, snd a com- panion piece to this author's "Why Women Bin," opens for Its initial performance on Batte.—Dick Sutton, who now controls three theatres In Bntte, has made a ten- strike evidently by turning the old time Ornnd Opera House over to low priced con- tinuous vaudeville entertainment Tbe bouse opened under the new arrangement for tbe first time Nov. 29, and business was Immense. During tbe first performance In the evening It was found necessary to stop selling tick- ets to tbe gallery, while tbe lower floor (at twenty cents) was also crowded. All book- ings at the Grand will be transferred to the Broadway. Bhoauwat. —Lulu Glaser, In "Dolly Var- den," came Nov. 20, for one performance, to •«1.0O0. "The 8torks" Dec. 7, Do Wolf Hopper 13, 14. "Ben Hur" 17, 18. Note. —Several of our sister towns on tbe North and East are advising theatrical com- panies to keep out of Montana on account Manchester.—Opera House (E. W. Har- rington, manager).—Katberlne Rober and company, In repertory, week of Nov. 30, did good business. Specialties by tbe Coates ft Grundy Watermelon Trust Co. Coming: 'Othello." Pass Theatre (John Stiles, manager).— noble ft Mack's World Beaters, Nov. 80- Dec. 2, drew well. The olio: Bobannon and Corey, the Thro Nudoa, Dorsch and Russell, Rogers snd Hllpert, Tom Waters and Major Casper Norwalk. "Over Niagara Falls" Dec 8-8. "Nobody's Claim" 7-9. "At Cripple Creek" 10-12. "A Little Outcast" 14-10, tbe Bowery Burlesquers 17-19. Casino Theatre (Fred C. Bowen, mana- ger).—Week of 7: Slddons Bros., tbe Turn- ers. Edltb Roberts. Barry Sisters. Lon Bur- den, and tbe comedy, "Dutch Justice." Busi- ness continues good. Notes. —The Al. Marls Specialty Co. opens Its Winter season Dec. 14 Mrs. Lonlsa BchafTer. of tbe Bcbaffer Bell Ringers, hss Just recovered from a success- ful surgical operation, and Is able to be out again. Marlon.—Tbe Indiana (E. L. Klnneman, manager).—"The Little Christian" was the Thanksgiving attraction, matinee and night, and brought out two large audiences. "The Wizard of Os," wblcb made such a hit laat season, tilled tho house to tbe doors 27. and was thoroughly enjoyed. Isabel D'Armond and May Taylor were decided favorites. "When Johnny Comes Marching Home" Oiled tbe bouse to suffocation 30. Lewis Morri- son was greeted by a host of old friends Dec. 2, in bis farewell production of "Faust." Tbe supporting company was unusually strong, the work of iclolso Elllaton, as Mar- guerite, being especially noteworthy. Un- derlined: "A Friend of tbe Family' 8 and matinee, "Ghosts" 7, "The Parian Priest" 0, "Miss Bob White'' 11, "Miss Petticoats" 15, "In the Palace of the King" 17. Tub Gband (B. L. Klnneman, manager). —"Hearts of Oak" made Its annual visit Nov. 28, matinee and night, and, as usual, packed ibo house. "A Little Outcast," fea- turing Myra Jefferson, an unusually clover little actress, was tbe attraction 28, 27. with two matinees, and the engagement was very successful. Cbas. A. Coder, In "A Funny Bide ot Life," brought out tbe 8. It. O. sign, both matinee and night, 28, and made his usual hit. "An Orphan's Prayer," Dec. 1 and matinee, to standing room bouses. The work of Nettle De Coursey was artistic, and she wni generously applauded. Rilled: Barlow and Wilson's Minstrels 4 and mati- nee, "The Troubadours" 9 and matlneo, "Tho Douvor Express" 11 and matinee. ■* ■» ALABAMA. Mobile.—At tbe Mobile Theatre (J. Tan- nenbaum, mnimger).—"Kalirued Jack" came Nov. 24, matlneo and night, to fair patron- age. House was dark 26, 20 and 27, owing to Gertrude Coghlan canceling dates. "Under Two Flags" came 28, one performance, to big business. "A Chinese Honeymoon," 80, to B. It. 0.—tbe blggett house of the season. Coming: Viola Allen, In "Twelfth Night," Dec. 7 ; Holden Comedy Co. 8-12. W. 11. llAitnis' Nicklb Plate Shows came Nov. 25, 26, four performances, to good returns. This show was an exceeding- ly good one, and gave moro than they ad- vertised. i t Montgomery.—At tbe Montgomery The- atro (lllrschcr Bros., managers).—"Land o' Cotton" Nov. 24. Madeline Bestey, In "The Mocking Bird," did not play 20. Jane Ken- nark, In "Under Two Flags," 27, played to an enthusiastic audience, "Tbe Fatal Wed- ding" Dec. 1, "A Chinese Honeymoon" 2. Louts James and Frederick Ward. In "Alex- ander the Great," 8; Ward and Vokes, In "A Pair of Pinks," 4; Howard Kyle, In "Rose- mary," S (matlneo and night), Nelma.—Academy of Music (Long ft Been, managers).—"Two Old Cronies," Nov. 2B, came to fair business. "Land o' Cotton" 20, Coming: Georgia Minstrels Dec. 3, "Tbe Fa- tal Wedding" 4, "The Mummy and tbe Hum- mlnst Illrd' r S, Howard Kyle, in "Rosemary," 7; Kelcey and Bbannon 8, Ted M. Faust's Minstrels 10, "A Chinese Honeymoon" 12. ♦ »♦ KANSAS. INDIANA. ———~. • Indianapolis.—At Kngllsh's Opera House (Ad. F. Miller, manager).—Mary Mannerlng, In "Tbe Stubbornness of Geraldlne," Nov. 2y, 28, drew very big business. The St. Louis German Theatre Co. appeared, for one per- formance, 30, In "Zwel uluckllcbo Tags, to a packed house. Professor's Lc ate business. Ing's Divorce,' ward Morgan, In "The Eternal City," B; Chas. E. Grapewln, In "Mr. Plpp," 7; "Tho Prince of Pllsen" 8, 0, "Miss Bob White" 10, James O'Nell, in "Tbe Adventures of Ge- rard," 12; Ellta Proctor Otis, In "Hedda Uabicr," 14, 16. I'abk Theatbb (Dickson & Talbott, mana- gers).—"Across the Pacific," Nov. 20-28, Jacked tbe house to tbo doors at every per- ormance. "When Women Love," 80-Dec. 2, filled a prosperous engagement. "Shadows of a Great City" 8-6, "The Nigbt Before Christmas" 7-9. Gband Oi'Eda House (Shafer Zlegler. man- ager).—The Orpheum Show, week of Nov. 80, did capacity business. Mcintyre and Heath were as funny as ever; Moore and Litchfield, Merlan's dogs, Alburtus and Mil- lar, Elizabeth Murray, Ed. F. Reynolds, Me- lanl Trio, and tbe bioscope furnlsbed a di- versity of entertainment, and pleased all. For week of Dec. 7: Barrows, Lancaster ft Co., Mr. and Mrs. Robyns, Genaro and Bailey, Stuart and Barnes, Morrlsey and Rich, Alice Raymond, Mr. ana Mrs. Nell Litchfield, and tbo bioscope. Unique Theatak (Ralph Tborbus, msna- fer).—Business at tbli bouse has Increased o such an extent that tbe performance hat been strengthened, and moro acts added. Eui'ina Theatre (Chas, Zimmerman, manager).—Bob Manchester's Cracker Jacks lived up to tbelr title and did a good busi- ness week of Nov. 80. Vanity Fair week of Dec. 7, Imperials come week of 14. Notes. —The Klks' Mardl Grat, at Tom- llnton Hall, week of Nov. 30, was a grand success Suzanne Adams will give s re- cital at the Assembly Boom, Claypool Hotel, Dec. 7. s Evaasvllle.—At tie Grand Opera House (Pedley and Burch, msnsgers).—This house Topeko.—At the Crawford (Crawford ft Kane, managers).—"Tbo Midnight Express" drew two large houses Thanksgiving. "Sol- diers of Fortune" drew a large homo 28. "Circumstantial Evidence" drew well 20. "In Old Kentucky" pleased a large audience 30. Coming: Stetson's "Uncle Tom's Cabin" Dec. 2, "A Bunch of Keys" 8, "The Irish Pawn- brokers" 0, "Mrs. Wlggs, of tbo Cabbago Patch." 11; Adelaide Thurston 12, "Mr. Jolly, or Juliet," 18; Virginia Drew Trcacott IB, Ed. Andrews' Opera Co. 10, Jefferson De An- sells 18, "Rudolph and Adolpb" II), "Under Two Flags" 20. Gband) (Crawford ft Kane, managers).— "A Jolly Man's Troubles" wis booked for matlneo and night Thanksgiving, but did not Hei.lb ft Downs' Circus has gone Into Winter quarters at Topeka. Tbe circus will be enlarged before resuming tbe road next April. The season was a successful one. William Sells gave 128 In gold to tbe Topeka Orphan's Home, and clothed the thirty child- ren there, on Thanksgiving day, with a com- plete new wardrobe for each. Wichita.—At the Crawford Theatre (H. L. Martling, manager).—"Man to Man" had fair business Nov. 28. "In Old Kentucky" pleased the people Dec. 1. Brockenrldg* Stock Co., wltb the charming soubrettc, Mar- garet Hlnton, opened a three nights' en- gagment 8, with good business. TOMtn AUDlTONliiM (II. (i. Toler ft Bon, manngert).—Bcecher ft Stanley's "Ten Nights In a liar Iloora" cane, to big business. Nov. 28. Columbia Opera Co. presented "Dorothy,'' to a well pleased audience, 80. The Miniature Flower Parade (local) was largely patron- ized Dec. 1. Novelty The at no (Buckner, Opp ft Fry. and and At- kinson. ♦ »» WYOMING. Cheyenne,—Attractions at Turner Hall Theatre: Mason and Mason Dec. 8. "Mickey Finn" 7. "Mr. Jolly, of Jollet," played, to a • T. 2fl. novelty the at no iHUCKuer, "PP * try, proprietors).—Week of 80: Morgan and Chester. Doris Greenwald, Prof. Fry and Louis Price, Harry Walker, and Philip At- good bouse, Nov. if ♦ »» —Jacques Futrelie, who bat been for two seasons general manager of the George Ftw- cett Co., has resigned to accept a position on tbe business staff of James K. flsckett, In New York, Ills resignation will go into effect Dec. 21.