The New York Clipper (September 1904)

*10 TETE NEW YOEK CLIPPER. SEPTEMBER 24. xuW yoitic cri'ir. ' BeVlew and Comment.—Business ruled lout week' from light at some of tbe local theatres , to big at others. Three bouses opened the season, at two of which were seen new productions At tbe Hudson theatrb the season opened Monday, Sept. 12, with William Faversbam and company, In the first American production of "Letty," a drama, In four acts and an epilogue, by Arthur W. Flnero At tbe American Theatre, on tbe same date, Florence Bind- ley nnd company gave the first metropolitan presentation of,"The Street Singer," a four act melodrama, by Hal Held On..Tuesday nlglit, 13, the New Lycf.um Thbatbh began the season with tbe first stellar appearance of Cecilia Loftus, In "The SerloComlc Gov- erness," a comedy, In four acts, dramatized 1>y Israel Zangwtll from his own story of the same name The Manhattan The- ATiiE was opened for the season Wednesday night, 14, with Mrs. Flske and her newly organized Manhattan company In a revival of Langdon Mitchell's "Uecky Sharp." At the IjYIOC TnuXM "The Hoyal Chef" closed 10, and on Saturday night, 17, Her- bert Kelcey,. Eflle Shannon and company opened In "Taps," a 1 four act play, adapted by Charles' Swlekard from the Oerman of Franz Adam Beyerleln. This was Its first metropolitan presentation of the play In Its new form. Itevlews of the last three named productions will be found elsewhere In this Issue...... .The continued attractions for tbe week ending Sept. 17 were: William Faver- Stmm nt the Hudson, Cecilia Loftus at tbe New Lyckum, Mrs. Flske and stock company at the Manhattan, Herbert Kelcey and Eflle Shannon at the Lyric, Ednn May, In "Tbe School Girl," at Dai.y'h; "Tbe County Chair- man" at Wai.i.ack'h, Henrlettu Crosman, In "Sweet Kitty Bollolrtt, at Bki.ahco'h; "Mrs. Wlggs of the Cuhlinge Patch," at lite Savoy ; "Checkers" at tbe Acahdmy, "The Islo of Spice" at tbe Majkhtic, "Pin" I raff 11 Pouf 11'" nt the Cahino. "Girls Will Be Girls" 'it the Fourtkhntii Stukst, John Drew ut the EMI'HIR, Lulu filmier lit Die KNIVKUR- ROCKRli, the Rogers Brothers at the NRW Ajihtkiiliasi, "A Little of Everything" nt tbe Broadway, "The Old Homestead" at the New York, "The Spellbinder" tit the Herald Square, "Are Yon a Mason?" nt tbe (Ut- hick, and William Collier ut the Criterion, the three last named closing mi that dnte. At Pkocrou'fl Fifth Ave.mir and Onr Hun- MIEu AND TWBNTV-KlliTII HTRKRT TllDATIIfiH stock prodiictlmiH, with vniidevllle between tbe acts, continued The one week stunds closing 17 were: "Why Women Sin," nt the Third Avhnuu; .T. II, Hlodduit, In "The Bonuiu Brlnr IliiHh," at Proctor's Fikty- HiriHTil Hthkdt ; Blanche Walsh, In "Resurrec- tion," ut lhHQBANDOrKHAHoi.'SB;"ThePrluce of Pllsen," nt tho Harlem OrKRA HotmK;"The Bunnwnya," at the Wkht End ; "From Roes to niches," at the Mktropoi.ih, nnd 'Hearts Adrift," ut the Star Variety entertain- ment was furnished ut Puoctoii's Twenty- third STRKBT, 'l"ONY PAHTOU'H, the ClHCl.lt, the VicToiUA, Keith's Union Square, Mi- ner's Khihtii Avhnuu, Miner's Bowkhy, tbe London, the Dewey and tbe Gotham. At Htinmi's Museum the usual long list of curios aud vaudeville prevailed. Manhattan Theatre (Harrison Grey Flske. manager). — This bouse was opeaed for the season ou Wednesday evening, Sept. 14, by Mrs. Flske and tbe Manhattan Co., an organization Intended us a permanent com- pany for tbe bouse which Is to present revi- vals and new high cIrsb plays. The first of these revlvuls Is "Uecky Sharp," which was tbe opening bill 14. Us success during Its metropolitan run of several years ago Is well known aud Interest In It seems to he still suf- ficiently strong to Insure a profitable revival. Tho production was made on a liberal plan and tbe slsgo management, particularly In the remarkable bull room scene, was particu- larly line. Mrs. Flske was welcomed with every evidence of marked consideration aud her work was commendable for Its artistic conception and general effectiveness. She dominated several of the strong scenes anu contributed sumo capital work In the two In- tense scenes of act three. George Arllss, whoso work on our stage line won him an enviable place In public Favor, played Steyuc, and brought every Intonation of voice and gesture to a stato of perfection so line that the uudlencc sat practically spellbound before the llnlshed art of tbe Impersonator. There was unstinted praise accorded his acting ou every baud and It was acknowledged to he the best bit of work he has done. John Mason was llawdon Crawley, a char- acter which he brought effectively to the fore, doing his best work In act three, Whore lie shared tho honors With Mrs. Flske nnd Mr. Arllss. Henry J. Hadfleld played Dobhlu very well and good support was given by the others of tbe company. The cast: Marquis of Steyna, George Arllss; Sir Pitt Crawley, Bart, Robert V. Ferguson; Pitt Crawley, Wlllhuu B. Mack; Rawdon Crawley, John Mason; William Dobbin, Henry J. Ilud- lleld; George Osborne, Stanley Rlgnold ; Jos, Scdley, Frank J, Mclntyre i Major Lbder, Itoydou Erlyiine ; Lord llarcacres, W. L. Branscombe; Lord Tnniutn, Harry S. Had- fleld ; Lord Southdown, ltobert V. Fergu- won ; tbe Duke of Brunswick, Charles Terry ; Prince Peterwnradln, Ludwlg Lederer; Tom- my ltnlkea, Edwin Brewster; General Tufto, Nell Grey : Itenelugh, James Morlcy; Bleu- klnsop, .Tames Kdluin: Fritz, Ludwlg Led- erer ; Mnx, Harry 8. llndllold ; Bowles. \V. I* Branseoinbe; Haggles, E. Seberi Landlord of tbe "Kiephuut," Otto Moyer; Becky Sharp, Mrs. Flske; Amelia Scdley, Laura McUfl- vrnv; Miss Crawley, Kate Fletcher; the Alarchloneas of Hteyne, Anne Gregory: Lady ■JBareacrcs, Cecelia Rndclyffe; Lady Blanrho I'hlstlcwood, Emily Stevens; Lady Jane Crawley, Lucy Spencer; tbe Duchess of Mich- mo'ud, Mary Pago ; the Duchess of Buccleugb, Gertrude Crahum; Brings, Mary Maddern: I'lllne. Frances Welatead. Executive stuff ot the Manhattan: Guy Oroswell Smith, busi- ness manager,; Maurice Snmnolson, treasurer; Jtulph Long, assistant treasurer; Frederick W. Eekc, iiiukIi'iiI director; Gates nnd Mo- range, scenic artists; George Orinatnn, roas- ter carpenter; James t'nldwcll, propertlen; Autou Ortncr, electrician, "lledtln Gnbler. "Molina Viiiuia" and other good plays arc scheduled lo follow "Uecky Sharp." vletorin Theatre (Oscar lliiintncrstclii, manager).—For the week of Repl. HI Ross nnd Fcnton head the bill, which Includes: Adelaide Herrmann, Ernest Hngnn. Willy Capell, Four Huntings. Piccolo Midgets, Stanley nud Brockmnu, Potter nhtl llartwell, Wilton BroR., Clarke and Florette and tbe .vltogrnpb. Fourteenth Street Theatre (J, Wes- ley Rosennuest, manager).—"Girls Will Be Girls" entered the fourth and hist week of its engageemnt Sept. 1U. Next week, "A ll'cxus .Sanger." Proctor's Fifth Avenue Theatre 14. Austin Fynes, general manager).—"Tbe Cavalier," In which Julia Marlowe formerly starred, is the offering of the stock this week. It served to give Edwin Arden a capi- tal role. In wblcb lie atrengthened the good Impression be created last week. Isabelte Evesson was greatly liked for ber work in the leading female role and Marlon Berg also scored a decided success. Margaret Klrkcr and Gertrude Berkley did splendid work and John Westley, who made his reappear- ance after a long absence, was given a big reception. The production In Its entirety was most commendable. The cast: Capt. Francis Oliver, Edwin Arden; Lieut Edgar Kerry, Wallace Krsklne ; General Austin, Fred Ohapelle; Rev. James Harper, Peter Lang; Richard Thorndyke Smith, II. D. Hawley; Corporal Quinn, Wm. D. Corbett; General Jewett. John Webber; Capt. Robert Jewett, Harry Lclghton ; Major Armstrong, Geo. How- ell ; Lieut Ralph Gilmer, John Westley; Uncle Isaac, Edwin Fowler; Charlotte Durand, Isa- belle Evesson ; ■ Mrs. Gilmer, Gertrude Berk- ley ; Estelle Gilmer, Anne Archer; Camille Harper, Marlon Berg; Lucille Harper, Mary Hungerford; Tilly, Margaret Klrkcr. In the vaudeville : Willy Zimmerman, in his fine Im- personations of composers; Master Lores Grimm, a child actor, In a monologue which Is good of Itself nnd Is particularly well de- livered ; Fred Stuber, whose capital banjo playing always makes a hit; Nessen and Keisen, club Jugglers and boop rollers; Smitn and Smith, presenting Edmund Day's sketch, "In. Dreamland;" May EvanK, whistler; Matbews and Haverly, In "Tbe Barnstorm- ers;" Somers and wlhle, comedians and parodists and the motion pictures. Circle Theatre (Percy G. Williams, manager).—The largest Monday audience of the present season here assembled Monday, Kept. lit. There Is an excellent bill here this week, but It was evident that there was a Hlrlcere welcome Intended for tbe veteran English opera star, Henry Clay Barnabee, who was to make his metropolitan vaudeville now. Mr. Bnrnnbee had selected for bis premier a musical trifle, called "The Opera King," by William Uonelll. and staged by Gerald Coventry. Ruth Peebles. Campbell Donald and Meta Cnrson are In Mr. Barna- bee's Buport. When tbe veteran star first appeared there was applause which lasted some moments and from then to the close of tne musical skit hearty applause for Mr. Bar- nabee and his supporting cast was the rule. It was another valuable addition to vaudeville from the legitimate stage, nnd gives an added lustre to the already long list of accessions from that source. Tlie excellent bill for the week also Hats: Clayton White nnd Marie Stimrt, in their new sketch, a continuation of their well liked "Dickey" episode, entitled "Paris." It is screamingly funny, nnd was heartily enjoyed. Holcombe, Curtis nnd Webb met with favor In "Tbe Botany Class;" Press L'lilrldgo was Just his funny and entertain- ing self; Rochez's dogs and ponies proved to be a capital animal act; Mazuz and Ma- stet.t were all to tbe good, In acrobatic com- edy : Mr. and airs. Allison were quietly ef- fective In their sketch, "Minnie from Minne- apolis ;" Toledo nud Price did clever gym- nastics, and the vltagraph displayed new Ilium of an Interesting character. Atlantic Garden (W. Kramer's Sons, managers).—Wilson and Davis, comedians; the Urinous, colored singing nud dancing team: De Vennx and De Veuux, in a musical comedy sketch; William Alexis and Delia Schall, In their acrobatic comedy, "Tommy Atkins and tbe Dancing Girl;" Tlncenza Partanova, Italian tenor, and the Elite Lady Orchestra are the attractions for this week. London Theatre (James U. Curtln, man- ager). —Rice & Barton's New Rose Hill Eng- lish Folly Co', is the title of this week's at- traction here. The opening house, matinee of Sept. Id, found every seat filled and full appreciation was evidenced by tbe applause which was almost Incessant. The company Is made up of some very clever entertainers In tbe way of singers, dancers and come- dians. "Knights of tbe Red Garter," wblcb opens tbe show, Is exceedingly well rendered. It Is musically bright, ana tbe company, headed by idylin Vyner and Geo. W. Rice, rendered excellent support. Then followed a very strong olio, Including: Pongo and Leo, comedy gymnasts; Blanche Newcomb, in her specialty; Cain, Evans nnd Wheeler, In a sketch, entitled "A Terrible Night;" Kathryn Howe Palmer, dancer; Bison City Quartetto and tbe Van Bros., in a sketch, "Can Jlmmle Come In?" A one act farce, entitled "A Senator For An Hour," brings the long and entertaining bill to a close. It employs the full strength of the com- pany nnd goes with vim nnd snap from start to finish. The cast: Mike Slatlery, T. F. Thomas; John Blanco, John R Cain; John, Harry Evans; Mrs. Winters, Etta Wheeler; Mrs. Llnemces, Blaucho Newcomb; Walk-a-Tle, Al. Green; Miss Rao Shney, Marie La Vath; Rena Heady-money, Kittle Palmer; Llllie White- seal, Annie Lawrence; Kitty Smart, Alice Emerald; Marie Ut, Eva Fox; AgneB Love- wine, Abblc Walker; Lue Pnwsrlch, Violet Strong ; Georgin Takeme, Miss Evan ; Minnie Goodhope, Pearl Kadcllff; Hester Metoo, Car- rie Barry; Grace Highball, Grace Hunter; Jcnnett Doyou, Addle Jacques; Tilly Skluem, Edna Lewis: Mrs. Blanco, ldyllu Vyner. Ex- ecutive staff for Rice 4 Barton: W. H. Ishain, advance representative; Ed. Carl Hand, musical director; Lem II. Tower, mas- ter of transportation: C. W. Valentine, scenic artist; Madame Mould, costumer. Next week, Clark's Runaway Girls, Dewey Theatre (Sullivan & Kraus, man- agers).—Louis Roble's Knickerbocker Bur- lesquers provided the entertainment at this theatre on Sept. 19, when two crowds packed the bouse nt tbe afternoon and evening per- formances. "Riley's Speech" Is the bur- lesque, nud serves to Introduce the entire company with excellent songs and dances and general merrymaking, and pretty girls and clever comedians disport themselves In an up to date manner that greatly pleased the audi- ences. The cast was made up as follows: Tint Riley, Frank Finney; Cordelia Riley, Marguerite Wagner; Llda Riley, Clara nils- dale; Mike Murphy, Sam Green; Spuds, Os- car Lewis; Chub, William F. O'Sulllvnn; Percy Featherbrain, William Palton; Miss Con, Mario Richmond; Glovanl, A. Amato; lira Beaut, Florence Gill; Stllln Cookoo, Floy Wayne; litis Wanda, Corrine David; May Maybee, Emma McVey. The show closes with the second act of "Riley's 8pecch," which received much applause and rounded up tbe evening entertainment In excellent order. Executive Btaff for Louis Roble: Business manager, Joseph Roble; stage di- rector, Aureltn Coccla; musical diVector, Walter Webb; master mechanic, B. C. Ham- mond ; master of properties, Harry Carey; electrician, Fred Turner, Next attraction, Harry Bryant's Extravaganza Co. Berkeley Lyceum,—This house, for- merly known as tho Vaudeville, opened even- ing of Sept. Ill with the Shaw triumph of last season, "Candida," ns the bill. Tho house has undergone many alterations nnd the audience completely tilled It on the open- ing night, giving Arnold Daly nnd bis asso- ciates n big reception. With one exception, Hie players In this revival were nil in the original production, Mr, Daly. Hudson Mitch- ell, Herbert CntT, Louise dosser nnd Do- rothy Donnelly nil played their original roles as cleverly ns ever, nnd Thomas Thome, the newcomer, played well In the role of the Rev. Mill. "How He Lied to Her Husband" will he presented by Mr. Daly next Monday, 20. Knickerbocker Theatre (Al. Itnyinnn A Co., managers).—Lulu Olftser began ber third week Ijf "A Madcap Princess" Hi. Helhsteo Theatre (David Rehisco, mana- ger!.—The third and last week nf Henrietta Crosman, in "Sweet Klttv Rollnlrs," started IP. David Warlleld, lu "The Music Master." next week. l'roctor'a l'tft>--eighth Street The- atre (J. Austin Fynes, general manager).— Kellar, the magician, Is the current attrac-. tlon and the opening, Monday. Sept. It), was to good attendance. For tbe first part of his entertainment he Introduced sleight of hand. Other features: "Old Glory" and "The-Dye- ing Enigma" and his hypnotic scene, the "Levltatlon of tbe Princess Karnac." The second part of the programme Introduced Herr Vnladon, who Introduced his mysterious dial and on net, entitled "A Drum that Can- not be Beaten." For tbe third and last part of tfie programme Kellar presented four Illu- sions, entitled "The Yoga's Lamp," "Psy- chartlam, or Mind Power;" "The Simla Se- ance"- and "Fly To, or the Princess of Kar- uac," illustrating the theosopblc theory of projection of astral bodies through tbe air. The hbuse was filled on the opening night of the current week, the efforts of Kellar, Herr Valadon and their assistants being thorough- ly appreciated, applause being abundant. Sunday's concerts, Sept. 18, attracted full houses. Next week tbe "Ninety and Nine will be offered. Lyric Theatre. (Sam S. & Lee Shubert, managers).—"Taps," a drama of German military life, taken from tbe play by Franz Adam Beyerleln, entitled "Zapfeustrelcb," and translated by Charles Swlekard, was Slven Its first New York production at this ouso evening of Saturday, Sept. 17, with Herbert Kelcey and Eflle Shannon as co- stars. Tbe players and their company gave tbe work for the first time at the Taylor Opera House, Trenton, N. J., Sept. S. Tbe play In the German was presented for tbe first time in this country at tbe Irving Place Theatre, this city, March 23, last, with Ferdinand Bonn in tbe leading role, the title "Zapfeustrelch" ("Tattoo") being then given It. Onr columns of April 2 gave tbe story la full. In tbe translation there has evidently been attempted the task of preserving the military atmosphere of German garrison life, with some degree of success, and the stolid traits In tbe national character of the Teuton are brought to tbe surface forcibly In tbe delineation of tbe role of Volkhardt. But the work as a play falls below tbe standard because of the paucity of Incidents provided and also through lack of skill In handling tbe material. There Is any quantity of Irrelevant dialogue which clogs the actios lamentably ana tbe In- terest of the auditor is consequently thrown almost entirely upon tbe work of tbe Individual players. Mr. Kelcey, as Volkhardt, tbe elderly sergeant major, who Is a stickler for military deportment nnd duty and all that those words Imply, did not make a happy selection In his role, for there were very few opportunities given him la the matter of effective lines, nor was tbe character one of sufficient prominence to satisfy his admirers. He was liberally applauded on the opening night, as wan Miss Shannon, who was also handicapped ns well by the limitations of a role which gave little scope to her winsome charms of manner and sincerity of acting. In several scenes, however, she gave a gleam of her powers and really did remarkably well, all things considered. Harry M. Blake ad- mirably conducted himself as the love lorn Helhlg, a difficult role at best, but which be kept at a point of Interest. Paul Everton did the most consistently praiseworthy work of all as Von Hoewen, and Robert Lorain was sincere and convincing as tbe lieutenant, who basks in the favor of tbe girl. Ernest J. Mack did an excellent bit of character work in the third act, tbe court room scene, and Aubrey Noyes played tbe woman bater, Quelss, with considerable skill. Tbe cast: Captain Von Bonnewitz, Albert Sackett; First Lieutenant Von Hoowen, Paul Everton; Second Lieutenant Von Louden, Robert Lo- rain ; Sergeant Major Volkhardt, Herbert Kelcey ; Sergeant Quelss, Aubrey NoyeB ; Cor- poral Helbig, Harry M. Blake; Private BpeisB, Rudy J. Struck; Private Micbalek, Ernest J. Mack; Major 1'aschke, W. R. Wal- ters; Captain Count Von Lehdenburg, Cbas. Swlekard; First Lieutenant Hagenmelster, Andrew I.e Due: First Counsellor of the Court Martial, Albert Sackett: Second Coun- sellor of the Court Martial, W. H. Webber; Third Counsellor of tbe Court Martial, A. R. Volght; Recording Officer, Rudy J. Struck; Assistant Regimental Surgeon, W. B. Wood- hall; Orderly of the Court Martial, Archie Curtis ; Clara Volkhardt, Eflle Shannon. Miner's Elarhth Avenue Theatre (Ed- win D. Miner, manager),—Gus Hill's Vanity Fair.opened its engagement Sept. 19, to a capacity house, which for enthusiasm and up- roarious laughter could not be beaten. A laughable skit, "The French Girl," void of rhyme or reason, but full of snap and laughter provoking lines, opened the bill. The olio was excellent In every respect, Ward and Ray- mond culling forth marks of approval by clever dancing; Clemenso Bros., In a Euro- pean musical oddity, were quick, clever and original; Held and Woolston sang with gin- ger and good results; linhof. Conn and Corlnne, In "The Doings of Mr. Louder," con- vulsed the audience, and Henry and Boon rendered Illustrated songs well. The bur- lesque review, "The Female Drummers," was a fitting close and was replete with clever songs, dances and Jokes, Roger Imbof was excellent in bis Irish character work and Hugh L. Conu was an able assistant. The costuming was tasteful and ricb. The com- pany was competent in every respect and tbe marching and singing were on a par with the other effects. Gay Masqueraders next Keith's Theatre (E. F. Albee, general manager).—Standing room only was the an- nouncement which greeted the late patrons hero on Sept. 10. Every seat and every available vantage spot was pre-empted early lu the day. The ulll presented was posi- tively without a weak spot and there were several headline, acts contained In Its make up, besides two American debuts of Euro- pean acts of Mr. Keith's Importation. The top line position of the programme is justly given to Mr. and Mrs, Nobles, who produced, Tor tho first time on any stage, an original comedietta, by Milton Nobles, entitled "Tbe Days of '40, with Incidental music and special scenery. The little comedy was cast as follows: Mrs. Ellen Fitzgerald, Mary Davenport; Nora Fitzgerald, Dolly Nobles; Mandrake Plllsbury, M. D., Allan- Bennett; the Postman, B. A. Carter; the Newsboy, A. G. Ammin; Damocles Delany, Milton Nobles. It was qulto a pretentious offering for vaudeville, and written In Mr. Noble's best vein (comedy character). These sterl- ing players, capably assisted by their little company, carried the piece to instant success. Tho Bight Vossar Girls, In their musical specialties, renewed formor suc- cesses hero, and Fanny Rice was given a cordial reception in ber talking doll net. The debuts were : Sic. Germinal, who met with Im- mediate favor In baritone solos, and Lea Freres Rlgoletto, In a really marvelous re- volving trapeze act. In addition to these strong features tho bill contained the popu- lar names of James Harrison, who has added songB nnd stories to bis tramp Juggling act; the Mllanl Trio, accomplished musicians; Charles Ernest, singing comedians Charles ('nrhvcll and Laura Harris, artistic singing nnd dancing duo; the ChameroyB, acrobatic comedy: Curtis nnd Adams, German com- edlaus and dancers; Inness and Ryan, sing- ing aud rapid lire talk: Van Kamp, magician, and the olograph, wUb a new series of life motion pictures. Savoy Theatre (Frank McKee, mana- ger).—The third week of "Mrs. Wlggs, of the Cabbage Patch," began Sept. HI, with continued good attendance. Hroautray Theatre JA. W. Dingwall, manager).—"A Little of Everything" began Kept. Hi the last week of its engagement. Grand Opera HaaSe (John II. Springer. manager).—"The Sleeping Beauty and the Beast Ti began Sept, 10 a two - weeks' engage- nitnt. I'roctor'. 1'iveiit j-Hitrd Street The- atre i J. Austin Fynes,_geberal manager).— "She," a novelty from Europe, was seen for tbe first time In Amerlcn at this house, mati- nee of 10. "She" presents n group of draperv dances, depleting tbe four elements —earth, water, air and fire, each dance being given with an equipment of scenic and me- chanical effects which enable "She," who la a decidedly attractive young woman, to uehlevo some unusually brllllnnt and striking figures. Her work gives ample evidence o£ careful Instruction and the applause at the finish was prolonged and hearty. Marsnaii P. Wilder told his stories with las hearty an accompaniment of laughter as ever, and Delmore and Lee thrilled the audience with their revolving ladder specialty, which is particularly fine. Klein, Ott Bros, and Nich- olson got plenty of varied and high class mu- sic out of the different instruments they use, and they pleased Very much, while Willy Zim- merman made a decided success with his Imper- sonations. Smith and Smith presented a sketch by Edmund Day, entitled "In Dixieland,' which Is a well arranged little story of a negro auntie who entertains unawares tbe voting white master of long ago, who baB grown from childhood to man's estate since ibe has seen him. Mrs. Smith's dialect was excetllent, and young Mr. Smith's singing made one of the biggest successes of the even- ing. The act made a most pleasing-impres- sion. Others on the bill were: Lord and Payne, In a capital acrobatic act, with good rough work Introduced; Mr. and Mrs. Larry Shaw, In their excellent dancing act; Mil- dred Hanson, singing comedienne; Le Roy and Walby, two misses whose dancing proved tbe motion pictures. Criterion Theatre (Charles Frohmnn, manager).—On Monday night, Sept. 10, Wm. H. Crane and company appeared In the first American production of ''Business Ib Busi- ness," a three act play, adapted by Roltert {lichens, from the French of Octave Mlr- beau, tbe French title being "Les Affaires Sont Les Affaires." In Its orlgnsl form it gained great favor end there is no doubt that It will find many admirers here. It is programmed as a comedy drama, hut the comedy element Is so overshadowed by the dramatic that It becomes a simple drama. Isadore I.echat Is a man who has sprung from the common people to affluence, being, when the play opens, a multi-millionaire. Ills wealth tins been accumulated by ques- tionable means, his victims Including many men who considered blm their friend. His chief' source of money making has been bis loaning of large sums of money on the estates of noblemen, and allowing the Interest to accumulate until bis victim finds It Impossible to pay either prin- cipal or Interest and then Lechat forcloscB. In this way be has secured property which Is miles In extent. With the Increase of bis wealth and lands the desire tor more pos- sessions grows upon him until It has become almost a mania. Not only is he fond of ac- quiring wealth but he also gives way to vulgar ostentation In showing bis possessions to any one whom he can interest. He shows no affection for his family except his son, Xavier, whose wildness and dissipation he en- courages and admires. Ills daughter, Ger- nialne, always having lived a loveless life, learns to hate both of ber parents and forms an attachment for Luclen Garrand, a young chemist In Lecbat's employ. The Marquis De Porcellet, who Is already lu Lechnt's debt to the extent (Including principal nnd Interest) of 1,820,000 francs, desires another loan on his property, which is valued at ten times the sum. This property adjoins Le- cbat's and he has long cherished the hope that It would one day be his. He had fully determined to wrest it from the Marquis but suddenly conceives tbe Idea of marrying his daughter to tbe son of tbe Marquis. The old Marquis has a fight with his pride but tbe prospects of once more having his estates free and clear (this being Lechnt's propo- sition) Is too tempting for him to resist. His pride having been conquered be con- sents to see Germalne and ber mother. How- ever, when be finally asks Mrs. Lechat for her daughter's hand In marriage to bis son, Germalne throws the whole party Into con- sternation by declaring that she has a lover. The Marquis finally departs and Lechat, la his rage at having his plans thwarted, threatens to strangle his daughter and Is only prevented from harming her by Mrs. Lechnt's interference. Germalne then calls for her lover and Luclen appears on the scene and takes her In his arms. Lechat then curses them both and orders them from his door. Immediately after this Lechat receives the news that Xavier has been killed in an automobile accident and be gives way to the only touch of human feeling he displays In the play. The shock Is a severe one and nearly prostrates blm, In the midst of his grief Phlnck and Gruggh (two young engineers who have been endeavoring to interest Lechat in a business scheme of huge proportions) enter. Lechat motions them away, but they are Insistent and then the greed and avarice once more osscrt them- selves in his breast aud, with all his cun- ning, he dictates the terms of the contract between them. The contract once properly signed the young men depart and Lechat again gives way to his grief end with the papers of agreement In bis hand he totters off to see the body of his son, which, the audience Is Informed, has been brought home. From this brief outline It will be seen that there Is little lightness to relieve the sombre story The character of Lechat differs wildly from any- thing In which Mr. Crane has appeared for many years and Is a role which calls for much greater dramatic skill than thoso breezy characters In which the present day finXI!?«? n 1 ve 8e ! n ^ tne Popular actor. While there is much that Is blatant In the character there Is considerable subtlety called tor and from tbe time of Gcrmalnea declaration concerning her love for Luclen until the final curtain passionate anger. scorn, contempt, hatred and grief, one after another fill the breast of^ the man who has given up bis soul to tbe worship of wealth. But varied as are these changes Mr, Crane was equal to the task and from first to last his performance was of high calibre. He was always artistic, never once forgetting the chief motive In the HLM" .man be was Impersonating, and. JES t i£i p ! ay mtty "J? 1 ,?"* the great public favor which some of Mr. Crane's vehicles livno won, his performance of the role of Isadore Lechat will win him an enviable place In the annals of the stage. His bud- l>ort was excellent Kntherlne Grey was very effective as Germalne, and Harriet Otis Dclienbimgh was good as Mme. Lechat. The others lent good aid. The cast in full: Isi- dore Lechat, William H. Crone: Xavier Le. chat Joseph Wheelock Jr.; Phinck, George InekuBj Gruggh, Sheridan Block; Luclen Garrand, Walter Hale; Marquis De Porcel- ct ' '"»"•?, Saint Maur; Vlcotnte De La Fon- tenelle, Robert Pnyton Glhbs; the Head Gardener. Guy Nichols; a Retired Captain, JwSff,*- ?i° v ,'J?i ,he MfiB'Ktrato. Q arrj ; Gwynette; the Doctor. Frederick Mnynord ; nnt, W. H. Dtipunt; Gardener's Boy, Gabriel llavenellc; Mme. Isidore Lechst, Harriet Otis Dellenbnugh; Germalne Lechat, Kater- Ine Grey; Julie, Maid, Emma Field; the E3&SB8? " .WW- iatbf l Garrison ; the Doe- l or .* }}.!!"' Madeleine Hives; the Tax Collec- tor's Wife. Josephine Mack. HE X ort S. *>'«■»" (Klaw & Rrlanger, managers).—Denrueu Thompson, In "The Old Homestead." began Sept. 10 the third week of his engagement. Wallnck's Theatre (Mrs. Theo. Moss, manager).—"The County Chairman" began I he fourth week of its revival Sept. 10, to good business. ' flew Lynenm Theatre (Daniel Fn.i, man, manager).—This house opened Tum day evening, 8ept. 18, with a large audience to Witness a double event—the stellar dehm of Cecilia Loftus snd the Initial proiliietl,, of the "Serlo-Comic Governess," n ronieav In four acts, by Israel Zangwlll, drainatlzeii from his story of the same name. ii r Zatui. will has endeavored to provide Miss Loftu« with a stage work to display her varied talents, and has succeeded well. Tbe nl>> deals with tbe career of a young con™,, bred girl, Eileen O'Keefe, In her endeavor, to support her mother. We are IntrodiioNi to Eileen at devotions In the Convent of th» Good Shepherd, County Clare, Ireland nn.i shortly nfter, under the Influence of bar sS soclates, she displays the vivacity of a elri Ish, fun-loving; nature, singing a rolllckW Irish soDg with the school girls as a chorus Impishly changing to a chant as the Motlier Superior enters. Next she tells a storv 3 a young wife who led a double life, in that while dutiful In tbe day time, she assumni the character of a wolf at night, roarX through the woods. Her husband shoots thS wolf In the foreleg, and In the morniii K fin u his wife with one of her arms in i slbw This anecdote she offers in palliation of hep avowed intention to lead a double life in on Innocent manner. She has a fllrtnllon wl Jack Doherty, an Irish guardsman on da li- near the convent, and hides blm from ti,i Mother on her entrance. He asks her to marry him, but she puts him off \\l, mother enters and begs her to listen to O'Flanagan, who has secured a mortrare n their castle, but she refuses him, and dnaiiw consents, In order to save her mother distress O'Flanagan has disappeared, however, leaving' Mrs. O'Keefe, who then denounces him nnd Eileen determines to become a governess or companion, leaves the convent, and finds out that Jack Is off to Afghanistan to war. The second act, tbe action of which occurs three years later, finds her a companion to Mrs Mnper, a vulgar noutieau riche, who presumes upon every one, and is generally disliked, even by her husband and son, The latter, Ruber is n book-worm, nnd quite In love with* Eileen, whom he meets clandestinely in ti,„ library. She, however, Is true to her soldier love. Montmorency Josephs, called "Fossy " a music hall manager, calls on Mr. Mniii-r regarding the presenting of a stock company In tbe town, and with him Is his wife, Xlar- celle, who has formerly been a schoolmate of Eileen. In discussing the productions the latter questions the advisability of a stock company, mentioning the drawing powers of stars such as Bernhardt, Terry, Itehan and others, and Imitates their work. Fossy asks her to Join bis company as a star, but she declines. Mrs. Mnper later discovers Rob- ert proposing to Eileen, and tbe result is that the lntter leaves her employ. Two years later shows her as governess to Mrs. Lee" Car- ter's children during the day, and as Nellie O'NcIl, nuecn of the serlo-comlcS, at night under Fossy's management. She has de- termined to give up the double life, however renouncing the stage with the close of ibis night b performance (wblch Is a lienellt) owing to Jack's return, Robert again presses bis suit, not knowing of Nellie O'Nelfi's ex- istence. Eileen makes him promise to ko to the hall that night, which be does, aiid becomes charmed with her work. Jack sits lu a box,and ogles her, seeks an Introduction not recognizing her as Eileen and, much to her disgust, forces bis attentions upon her lie has an appointment to call upon Eileen ?,',,? 1 0 ' clu ca the following morning and Nellie makes an appointment with .blm at This he keeps and discovers the same hour. that Nellie and Eileen are one and the same. (tad Is dismissed. Robert pleads once again and Is accepted as tbe curtain descends. Mr. Znng- wlll has written a very pretty Htory, and la many ways has handled his subject well, aad the charnctersare well and consistently drawn Miss Loftus has, beyond question, estab- lished her right to a place among the fore- most actresses on tbe dramatic stnge. Her comedy work has seldom been excelled, ber pathos was excellent and In her emotional scenes she exceeded all hones In her favor. The enthusiasm of tbe audience was roused f» the highest pitch by. her slight Inpse Into the old time music hall Imitations J" . which Miss Loftus Is unsurpassed. Michael McGlnnlty," a song, Introduced i? } b t fll ' 8t act °y Ml" Loftus, proved that she had a sweet, pleading Blnglng voice and her spontaneity In Its rendition was an- other of the delights of the evening. Her- bert Standing repeated his former successes In character delineation by bis excellent draw- ing of FosBy and kept the audience lu con- tinuous laughter. Eva Vincent gave a most artistic and pleasing performance In the role of Mrs. Mnper. H.. Reeves Smith did blghlv commendable work as Jack Doherty. Karl Ryder, as Robert Muper, was quite dignified and earnest, making as much as possible of the part. W. J. Butler, as Alderman Maper, was amusing In a small role. Julia Dean, as Mnrcelle, was vivacious and Interesting and made a good Impression. T.- Hayes i! u . u ,t er ^Qeorge Le Solr, Emmett Shnckleford. Nellie Butler and Rose Hubbard gave good support In their character work. Charles Howsor made all possible of the diminutive part of O'Flanagan, and Kate Pattlson Sel- ton, as Mrs. Lee Carter, had all the hauteur necessary for that distinguished person. The rest of tho cast, which follows, was entirely competent: Alderman Maper, J. P., W. J. Butler; Robert Maper, Earl Ryder; Jack Dolierty, H. Reeves Smith; Montmorency Josephs, Herbert Standing; O'Flanagan, Charles Bowser; Jolly Jack Jenkins, T. Hayes Hunter; Slgnor Pelonl, George Le Solr; Black Diamond, Emmett Shackelford; Jennings, Frederick Reynolds; Wilkinson, Oilman Haskell; Master Hubert Lee Curler. Hnrold De Becker; Mrs. Maper, Eva Vin- cent; Mrs. Lee Carter, Kate Pattlson Hel- ton: Mrs O'Keefe, Ethel Greybrooke; Mar- celle, Ju la Dean; Mother Ursula, Rose An- ttion; MlM Joan Lee Carter, Nesta De Reckcr; BeBsle Bllhook, Nellie Butler; Lily St. Evre- monde, Robo Hubbard; Kitty, Paula Bloy: Teresa, Margaret Kensington; Nora, Fanny Morlnoff; Mlntle. Kathleen Brown; Florle. tSSS ? oaK J- Blddle, Jean Hubbell; Edlc, ?„ a i ne fJ. ne tonnell; Gertie, Nellie Campbell, ?£ d „n Ell l en ^O' Kee 'e. alias Nelly 0 V NIII, Cecelia Loftus. The theatre staff: J. W. iiumsey, business manager; George E. Audle. gjM^ggl Edw.Kochkellar, assistant Ireas- r-„ ' .gar J. MacGregor, stage manager; Emeus & Dnltt, scenic artists; James Der- by, stage machinist; Wm. Camph, master of properties, and M. H. Wells, electrician. mSSSST* "■»•■■» (John H. Anderson. £ on £ Ker) - ,—AbD °tt Porker, styled as the world s greatest phenomenon, still remains tlie feature attraction at this popular resort, others In the curio hall are: Euseblo Santos, KSf^yg* } -3MWfc «>°l>e trotter; Madam Meyers, bearded lady; J. w. Coffey, skele- *°" «" de ! ,}*r Jean, magic; Mile. Woften. contortionist, and Mons. Alburtla, strong %££* An „ exc «llent bill was presented In the depart*' t ness con tlnnes excellent In all Miner'* Bovrcry Theatre (Tom W. ni?fr:. ma 5" B ? r )-— 3 - Herbert Mack's Worltl i,« l tt ;S rs « nu J' le8, l uerB oponed to crowded S° 55?" , Mond8y - Se Pt- IS- Thn programme, »m& SH *"*.& ,a "Y reviewed, gave entire satisfaction. "One Might Out," J3e Hnrrlng- i$L,25 D «<"ey Bounder and Major Casper S£ wft ,ii as , A «°t Sarah, were very amusing. l he olio followed with excellent talent. The -l° s,n8 J? lere ' entitled "Ping, Pang, Pong." M a- v ( ^ e i 1 . pr ^J en t« <1 by » capable company. N "' week, The Merry Maidens. „„£* "f.'?„i? flm a * L*e Shubert, msna- KWZ~» ri 5.L Pfl<r ' I J° nt 111" commenced its iwenty-flfth week Sept. 19. . P* ,y "™?' leMr * (Daniel Frohmao, man- Jiif^K The « 8cho01 0lrl " started on its fourth week Sept. i» with excellent buBlness. ""•P're Theatre (Chns. Frohman, man- n l"»—The third week of John Drew. In lhe-Duke of-Klllicronkle," began Sept. H».