The New York Clipper (September 1912)

THE NEW YORK CLIPPER. September 21 *! i 1 CHICAGO NEWS ADVERTISEMENTS AND SUBSCRIPTIONS JIECK1VED AT WESTERN IIIIKEATJ OF NEW YORK CLIPPER, 005 ASHLAND BLOCK, RANDOLPH . AND CLARK STREETS, CHICAGO ft Saturday, Sept. 14. A decided break Id the hot Wave came to Chicago on Thursday morning, and every theatre open immediately felt the beneficial effect In stimulated advance sales, and at the evening performances*capacity business was the rule. With a wealth of new and Inter- esting attractions set before them, Chicago theatre patrons had a wide choice of amuse- ments, and Judging from the throngs that filled the loobies and overflowed onto the sidewalks, Chicago managers had no cause for complaint the last half of the week, A visit to a' majority of the outlying theatres proved that the neighborhood houses were enjoying the same abundance of prosperity as those In the Loop, and with tbe continu- ance of moderate weather conditions, it is safe to say that the Chicago season Is fairly launched on the most flourishing voyage in the history of the city. - The week ending to-night will average fairly good. There were two theatres that did not feel the depression at all. The Audi- torium, with its enormous advance sale for' "The Garden of Allah," and the - Majestic, with an excellent bill, headed by Ethel Barry- more and company, sold out at every per- formance, ! DRAMATIC AND MUSICAL. American Music Hall (George Jordan, mgr.) Is dark. Auditorium (B. Ulplcb, mgr.)—Owing to tbe tremendous advance sale, "Tbe Garden of Allnb" continues to ploy to capacity busi- ness in spite of the extreme beat. Blackbtonb (A. J. Pltou, mgr.)—"Mile- stones" will begin at this theatre, with, an English company, Sept. 23. Chicago Ofbra House (George Kingsbury, mgr.)—"Tantalising Tommy," with its tune- ful music and excellent cast, continues pros- perously. Musical and lyrical pruning nave condensed the show. Colonial (James, Jay Brady, mgr.)—"A Winsome Widow," with its spectacular skat- ing scene and long list of talented players, began a successful engagement Monday, 9. Christie MacDonald will return with "The Hprln'g Maid" Oct. 28. Cost ■ IU. J. Hermann, mgr.) — "Pine Feathers/' with Arthur Byron in the role created' by Wilton Lnckayc, has proved tbe dramatic nit of the current season. GEOHOB M. COIIAN'N (illAN'll Ol'EHA IIlMINR (Harry J. Lldlngs, mgr.)—"The Polish Wed- ding," a delightful force with music, started o successful engagement Sunday, 8. Garrick (Samuel P. Qcrson, mgr.)—"The Bird of Paradise," that colorful play of Hawaiian life, continues. Illinoib (W. J. DnvlB, mgr.)—"Oliver Twist" begins Its third and final week Sept. 10. Otis Skinner, In "Kismet," follows. La Salle (Harry Askln, mgr.)—"The Girl at the Gate, the new musical comedy of I'anama and San Francisco locale, continues to good business. A real hit Lyric (Samuel P, Gerson, mgr.)—"The Whirl of Society" Is pleasing with Its varied program of novel features. McVicker's (George C. Warren, mgr.) — Charlotte Walker, In T 'The Trail of the Lone- some Pine," Is duplicating her success which she enjoyed during a previous engagement at another theatre. Olymi'Ic (Sam Ledcrer, mgr.)—'"Putting It Over" concludes Its engagement to-night, 14, "The Man Higher Up comes to-morrow for an Indefinite engagement. Powers' (Horry J. Powers, mgr.)—The London company presenting "The New Bin" Is to Inaugurate n run Sept. 10. Princkss (Mort H. Singer, mgr.)—"A Modern Eve," the Chicago musical comedy, which ran through the entire Summer at the Garrick, has settled down for a prosperous run at Its new home. Htudkiiakku (10. J. Sullivan, mgr.)—"The Charity Girl" closes to-night, 14, making room for "Whose Helen Arc You?" which opens Monday 10. Whitnby (F. O. Peers, mgr.)—Beverly B. Dobhs' Alaskan-Slbcrlan pictures will con- tinue until Oct. 1, and will then be pre- sented Id New York City for a long run. BURLESQUE). Columbia (B. H. Woods, mgr.)—Week of ID, Clark's Runaway Girls. Week of 22, Cooper's Beauty, Youth and Folly Co. Empire (I. It. Herk, mgr.)—Week of 15, the Girl from Missouri. Polly (J. Fennessy, mgr.)—Week 16. Zol- lah's Own Company. Week of 22, Miner's Americans. Star and Garter- (Dick Rider, mgr.l— Week of 15, the American Beauties. Week of 32, Gay White Way Burlesquera. VAUDEVILLE AND MOVING PICTURES. Majestic (Lyman B. Glover, mgr.)— Week of 10: Jefferson Do Angclls and com- pany, Gertrude Vonderbllt and George Moore, Lorn? Ethel Green, Homer Llnd and com- pany, Swaln-Ostman Co., Marshall Mont- gomery, Swor and Mack, and Hargarot Torrey. Palacb Music Hall (Mort H. Singer, mgr.)—Week of 10: Grace Van Studdlford, Paul Dickey and company, llobert Cortrell, Hal Stephens and company, Louise Meyers, Barto and Clark, Chas. is. Lawlor and Daughters, Jones and Deelcy, and Herbert's Nuvclty. Willasd (J. O, Burch, mgr.)—This popu- lar neighborhood house always enjoys the best of business, but the weather man Inter- fered to a considerable extent here as else- where. The bill for the first half of week of 0 was nicely balanced. The Aurora Trio, In a high class singing offering of operatic and popular selections. Prof. Andrec Anderson presented Little Hip and Napoleon, the Great. This diminutive elephant Is nicely trnlned, and the comical antics of the wise chimpanzee were received with shouts of laughter. Allegro, a violinist, pleased, and the nirabos did a rough knockabout act to considerable applause. Tbe last half of tho week on equally attractive bill was fur- nished. Morty Livingstone, for many months a great favorite at the downtown plcturo houses, had no difficulty in winning tbo favor of the discriminating Wlllard patrons, and presented his repertoire of whirlwind character songs to much applause. Howard 8loat presented a new farce, called "Love In Twenty Minutes," by Augustln Macllugh. Assisting blm were Dency Mcnnard and win. Mason. Johnny Small and the Small Sisters presented a refined singing and dancing num- ber; Petchlng Bros, and company offered an attractive novelty In Schneider's Musical Garden, The Arizona Trio pleased with a cleverly arranged acrobatic act. Announced for week of 10, first half: Fred Ireland and Girls, Wilson, Franklyn and company, Boxy La Kocca. Grey and Peters. Great Mills Trio. Last half: Moore's Lads and Lassies, Sadie Kusel and company, Melrose Comedy Four, Doollttte and Steele, and Booneynnd Harding. Wilson (M. Llcalzl, mgr. J—Bill week of 10 first half: Moore's Lads and Lassies, Sadie Kusel and company, Itonnr-y and Hard- ing, Doollttle and Steele, and Melrose Com- edy Four. Last half: Prcd Ireland and Girls, Wilson, Franklyn and company, Boxy La Bocca, Grey and Peters. ...,,.. Empress (W. II. Baynor, mgr.)—Thora was plenty of room at the Empress, week of . -< 4 . l ■■•• 8, for the attractive hill furnished could not combat the excessive heat that. smothered Chicago. The Empress is situated on the busiest comer of the South Side, and under normal weather conditions always docs a ca- pacity business. The leading feature of the week's bill was the sensational Rocky Moun- tain railroad playlet, "Number 44," staged with two special scenes, and presented by a notable cast. It tells on Interesting and well connected story, and Introduces a wonderfully realistic engine effect. The caBt contains: Byron Bldwell, John Harrington, M. F. Byan. Fred Woodruff, Gertrude' Magill. Ell Dawson, a breezy comedian in burnt cork, made the audiences laugh, In splto of the heat, and in- troduced a number of Ms own songs in an inimitable manner. The Brooklyn Comedy Four presented a number of popular ballads, and were repeatedly encored. The Three Stanleys, a trio of fun makers, had new comedy material, and were particularly good on the bounding table. Theo. Carley and his performing canines proved a big novelty act. For week of 10: George B. Reno and com- panv Lottie Williams and company. Will Oakland, Queen Mob and Casper Wels, and Throe Certs. _ „ .,. Lincoln (William V. Newklrk, mgr.)— Vaudeville. ,' _ . " Julian (J. D. Conderman, mgr.)—'Week of 10: First half—Marie Nelson. Rodney Banous and Martha Boucher, in "Tho 9.16;" Mc- Donald and Gcvcrcaux, Mons. Herbert, Ralph Connors, the Three Melvlns. Last half: Marie Nelson and company, Courtney and Jcanettc, Sol Herns Mllnno and Thlcsscn's dogs. Academy (T. J. Carmody, mgr.)—Week of 18: First half—•Stansfleld, Hall and Lo- ralne, Larklns and Pearl, Hnrel Helmleck, Trollev Car Trio, and the Grent Milton. Last half—Great Kellor and company Jack Bax- Icy, Butledge and Pickering, and Florence Barr. AsHLANn (A. E. Wcldncr, mgr.)—Week of 10: First half—Falrman and Furmnn, Marie Bird, and company, Trolley Car Trio, and West and 'Charles. Casino. —Pictures and vaudeville. Ellis (W. Johnson, mgr.)—Week of 10: First half—James and Archer, LeClalre Bros., Weir Sisters, Young and Coyne, Martin nnd Johnson. Last half—Binirhnmton and Thorn- ton. Princess Nctn ond GrlfflD, Cavl Blfnor, and Dc Rossi Models. Pastime (W. Bcadell, mgr.)—^Pictures and vaudeville. Alcazar (A. H, Talbot, mgr.)—Pictures and vaudeville. Boston (Guy Morvllle, mgr.)—Pictures and vaudeville. Grand (Duke Brnmman, mgr.)—Vaude- ville. lUYMMiio r Is dark. Linden (C. 8. Hatch, mgr.)—Week of 15: First half—Bob Albright, Larklns i>nd Burns, Agnes Mnhr nnd M. Wycoff, Carl and Lil- lian Mueller, and Sol Items. Last half—■ Bob Albright, Dean and Stevens, Field nnd La Delvn. Stansfleld, Hall nnd Loralnc, and the Two Georges. Ltda (George Hlnes, mgr.)—Vnudevlllo and pictures. Monroe. —Vaudeville. Orfiieum (Geo. Moore, mgr)—Vaudeville and pictures. Bijou Dream (8. Fallcr, mgr.)—Vaude- ville. Premier (C. J. Schnfer, mgr.)—Vaude- ville. Palace (Kills P. Gllckman, mgr.)—Vaude- ville. President. —Vaudeville nnd pictures. Boyal. —Vaudeville. Schindler (L. Behind! ?r, mgr.)—Vaude- ville and pictures. Star. —Vaudeville and pictures. VinoiNiA (W. E. Hcaney, mgr.)—Vaude- ville. WEBBn'H (Weber Bros., nigra.)—Vaude- ville nnd pictures. COMBINATION AND STOCK. Ai.iiAMiniA (Weber Bros., mgrs.)—Week of 10: Rube Welch sod Kitty Francis, in a mn- slcal revue. Colleob (Eugene McGlllan, mgr.)—Stock. Crown (A. Fink, mgr.)—Week of 10, "The Girl In the Taxi." Week of 23, "Alias Jimmy Valentine." Imferial (Kllmt & Gazzolo, nigra.)—Week of 10, Dave Lewis, in "Don't Lie to Your Wife.' 1 iMarlowe (L. I. Montague, mgr.)—Louise Bandolph and Players. Week of 10. "Her Husband's Wife." Week of 23. "Oliver Twist." National (John Barrett, mgr.)—Week of 15, "Life's Shop Window." Week of 22, "Ten Nights In a Bar Room," CABARETS. ■Congress (Frank Howard, mgr.)—Under- lined week of 10, tbe College Four. Colleob (Gene Belfcld, mgr.)—Week of 10, Edna Whistler and augmented orchestra. Savoy (Tom Chamalcs, mgr.)—De Rex and Joseph, Frank Clark, Francis Leonard, Ma- nollus, Russell and Bergcr, Mary Gannon, Kathryn Hart and Big. lioHlcy. 'States (B. H. Allen, mgr.)—Trevett Quar- tette, Mortimer Sisters. Boy and Bnlr, Darvo and Short, Carrie Fisher, Flora Train, Lillian Sieger, and States' cahnrcttes, Including: Bob Talbert, McllsBa Kendrlck, Vesta Fox,- Dlxey Barry, Jessie Boyd, Marie Darvo, Ruth Lenox, Helen Dana, Crelyn Rogers, Pearl Buckley, Estclle Gibson, Cello lions, Roberta Short. North American (W. II. Morris, mgr.)— Cabaret Quartette, the Great Santuccl, De Verc, Herman and Stone. i FA T CH AT, A special matinee of "The Whirl of So- ciety'' was given on Friday, 13. They called It the "hoodoo performance," celebrating tho removal and burial of that bird. The Zibofbld Tiikatiif. received the pro- fessionals playing In Chicago, nt a special matinee performance of "The Military Ulrl." Monday, 0. Tun engagement of "The Bird of Para- disc" will end at the Garrick, Hcpt. 28, and the company will then proceed on a Western tour. i op- B, In pcarancc here, In October, of Gaby DcslyB, ''Vera Vlolctta." , Jeffrey Farnol'b romance, "The Money ' Moon," Is soon to be presented here In one of the 8bubcrt Theatres by Oliver Morosco, .with Rlebard Bennett as the star. Annabellb WlHTroRD, of "The Charity Olrl," was grieved, Tuesday, by the receipt of tidings of the death, in New York, of nn aged aunt, who left her n legacy of iliO.OOO. The aunt was Mrs. Jane Pitman, 817 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn. "Lotto" (Lotta Crab- tree), also a niece, is also a beneficiary. Ravina Park'b regular Summer season ended Sunday, 8, with two concerts by tho Theodore Thomas Orchestra and o slice from Massenet's "Thais." Fuller Mei.ubii, who was engaged to piny Fagln, In "Oliver Twist," in cose the courts held Mr. Lnckayc unavailable, has returned to New York, after a fortnight of futile re- i hearsnl. .... i i I The Marlowe Platers are to do a ver- ' slon Mf "Oliver Twist" la two weeks, with Louise Randolph as Nancy, Ian Madaren as Fagln, and W. L. Thome as Bikes. Frank Hatch, co-author of "Putting It Over," at the Olympic, has succeeded,Edwin Holt In the cast. ,'. A musical comedy copmany bearing the title of "The Seminary Girls," stranded at Michigan City, Ind,.8,-after being out one . ■week. The show opened the .Monday previ- ous, at Hammond, Ind.. with o cast of six- teen people. It is said that Charles Fore- man, the proprietor and manager, decamped without paying any salaries, and giving no notice to the owner of the costumes nnd sceuery. Tho latter was ordered returned to Chicago, where most of the company now are. Forman is said to have borne a good reputation, having managed Spiegel's Col- lege Girls last season. His present where- abouts are unknown. • "Fainting the Town" gave up tie ghost at Hammond, Ind., 0, after four days' struggle wltlf the hot weather. It is said salaries were paid for the time the s-how was out, and the company returned to Chicago Intact to await developments. A wonderfully realistic and nearly life size portrait of Edmund Breese, In the char- acter of Bill Slkes, la "Oliver. Twist," adorns the lobby of the Illinois Theatre. Breese's thoroughbred bulldog, "Bill," which he uses In the play, occupies a prominent po- sition In the picture, a handsome work of photographic art, produced by Matzcne, Chi- cago, Harry Armstrong denies the statement that there Is a dearth of chorus girls. He states emphatically and with considerable spirit that he has no trouble whatever In finding plenty of attractive, talented and ex- perienced girls to fill all of his orders. He has placed hundreds of girls this season, and all with reputable managers who were will- lne to pay good salaries and insure perma- nent engagements. - Thomas Q. Seabrooke has opened in mid- dle West vaudeville, under the direction of Hnrry Splngold, and was piloted around by the enterprising agent last week. Mr. Sea- brooke expressed his satisfaction with the audiences he encountered out this way, and was surprised at the fine theatres playing two shows a night. Mr. Seabrooke appeared nt the Kcdzlo last week, and worked thirty- two minutes on his opening night. John Nabii, of the Chicago S.-C. office, was down at Decatur, 111., recently, for the open- ing of the New Empress Theatre. He reports that it Is a splendid place, with 1,000 seating capacity. - Dr. Hbrbman returned to Chicago lost week, after a vacation near Plymouth, N. II., where he owns a farm. Dr. Herrmun Is look- ing One. He promises some surprises in the way of European Importations shortly.: Olive Eaton and Company, In "Man Pro- poses, Woman Disposes," one of the late Vic- tor Smalley's acts, is appearing at the Ameri- can Theatre, at Davenport, la., this week, being specially engaged by J. ('. Matthews. The Musical NosBes, Greene ond Parker, Prof. Haley's Visions de Art, and Shaw and Everts, complete tho Davenport show. Frank L. Talbot?, of St. Louis, was a visitor at the Frank Q. Doyle agency Inst week. He reports Umt he Is organizing a big time "girl act" at St. Louis, which'will be ready to open shortly. Mr. - Talbott was returning from a visit to New York. William 0'Ci.are Is wornlng "slugle" for a time while Madeline McDonald takes a rest. He opened for the Western Vaudeville Manngers' Association recently at the Lyric, at Kensington, and made a big hit at the Academy the early part of last week. Art Adair Is offering a "new act" In out- lying houses. PAR REACHING DECISION. An important and fat reaching decision was made by Judge. Tuthlll, in Chicago, Tuesday, Sept, 10, when he granted nn In- junction restraining Al, White, a vaudeville flayer now appearing at the Palace Music (all, from playing anywhere within tbe limits of Cook County, III., without the per- mission of Alderman Tearney. The Injunc- tion was granted upon application of Alder- man Tearney, who, after an Interview with Mort H. Singer, manager of the Palace Music Hall, decided to withhold its restraining power until White, of the team of Kranz and White, finishes his engagement at the Palace next Sunday night. White, according to Alderman Teamey's application, was under verbal contract to ap- tiear as a cabaret entertainer In a cafe owned ly the latter. This verbal contract was sub- stantiated by one witness. Judge Tuthlll's decision to grant on Injunction on these grouuds establishes a precedent which, ac- cording to the theatrical managers of Chi- cago, will have an Important bearing on all theatrical contracts. * Dave Lewis, starring. In "Don't Lie to Your Wife," wants no more overland trips In his for a while. He concluded he would motor from St. Joe, Mo., to Kansas City, a distance of about sixty miles, but en tour he had troubles galore. ' A blowout at Atchi- son, Kan., that delayed him, and then the motor got balky at Leavenworth, nnd despite the fact that Mr. Lewis is quite a mechan- ician, the trouble could not be located. An expert was phoned for. and as a result of these delays the comedian Just got to the Grand Opera Hopse In Kansas City In time. PRINCE JOINS UNIVERSITY. John T. Prince Jr. arrived In Chicago Mon- day from Lincoln, Nob., aud fraternized with old friends on the Rlalto, and during a coll at the Western Bureau of The New York Clipper announced his Intention of return- ing to Lincoln Thursday, 12, to pssumc the directorship, of the dramatic department of the University School of Music, in the capital city, opening Monday, Sept, 1G. Mr. Prince's many friends will rejoice to team of this admirable connection. * CABARET IS HERE TO STAY. All hall t» the cabaret I The midnight pastime of the blase theatre- goer, the rendezvous of the Johnnie, the be- wilderment of the rural visitor, and tho entertainment of the tired business man. Since tbe Importation to this country of the. Parisian idea of entertainment while dining there nas sprung up In nil the larger cities hundreds of these restaurant shows. They appeal to .varied classes, and the en- terprising managers who have hern wise enough to grasp,- the opportunity of Intro- ducing a real novelty to their pntronB have been richly rewarded. Not only do-the brilliant lights, the snowy damask and shimmering silver, the soft mu- sic mingling with happy laughter and tbe appetizing cuisine appeal to the evening diner, but the cabaret, with its catchy melo- dies, stirring ballads and whirlwind dancing adds an air of Bohemia that has heretofore been sadly lacking. Never before the Introduction of this style of entertainment did the versatile performer have such a splendid opportunity to come in Intimate contact with his audience. Never before has the dashing soubrcttc, the win- some iloger and tho talonted dancer had a chance to literally shake tbe audience by the hands and enthuse the spectators with the cleverness of their performance and the at- tractiveness of their personality. The cabaret has already reached a point when the recognized performer docs not hesi- tate to take an engagement offering an at- tractive monetary reward, pleasant surround- ings and Increased popularity. The cabaret has given legitimate occupation to thousands of cTcvot entertainers, and 1b pleasing the legion of amusement seekers who do not cure to spend an entire evening In the theatre. Many patrons of the legitimate drama find vent to their natural Inclination for a bit of harmless frolic after an evening spent In serious contemplation of a heavy play. The caborct has opened a new field for the publisher of popular songs and ballads. He finds now an opportunity to get to the musical loving public In a direct and forceful manner, at a time when they arc In the most receptive of moods, and they leave the caba- ret with his tinkling tunes and cheerful melodies ringing In their ears. . A few short years ago the average theatre patron In Chicago, as well as elsewhere, quietly wended his way homeward after the performance in spite of an inclination to linger In an atmosphere of light and laugh- ter. Now he and his merry party turn to the Congress. Savoy, College Inn, North American, States, Edelweiss, Stlllson's or Saratoga, and with a bite to eat or a glass of favorite beverage, Bit at ease while enter- tained by the talent so thoughtfully pro- vided. " ■ , ■ So we sav : All ball to the cabaret I May tbe quality of entertalnmert continue to Im- prove, and may the volume of patronage have no limit. « A. K. Greenland, formerly with the Gau- mont Co. In New York, left Chicago Fridny, 13, for (he East, Intending to moke the trip to New York by easy stages, stopping en route, at Detroit and points In Ohio, and while he has not divulged bis plans, It Is quite probable he will have an Interesting an- nouncement to make lp the near future. The management of the Chicago Grand Opera Company announces a reduction of sub- scription prices for gallery seats" to fifty and seventy-five cents during Its annua) engage- ment at the Auditorium In November. A Chicaoo sporting writer. In commenting over some baseball recruits, wisely observes that It took Walker Whiteside twenty years to quit Hamlet ond start acting. Thomas Q. Seabrooke, long Identified with "The Isle of Champagne," and other musical comedy successes, was a' prominent feature on the bill ot the Kedzle, week of 0. It made old time theatregoers become reminiscent and try to remember just how long ago It was when they first saw Seabrooke. He did a monologue In full dress, no make-up, nnd from the bock of the house looked not unlike Kellor, the magician, for Tom Is getting pretty bald. His lively line of patter went over in good shape, and he won friends with audiences, the majority of whom were seeing him for the first time. The break In the hot wove came none too Boon for the Arabs now In Chicago with "The Garden of Allah" company. Two of them fainted the other day, and now they are ask- ing for electric fans. The directors of the Sullivan & Consldlne Circuit expect to have all three of their Em- press theatres In Chicago In operation before tbe season is finished. The Cottage Grove Avenue Empress has started the season nicely with weekly changes of bill. Tho theatr.i now building on Halsted Street, Just North of West Sixty-third will be known as the HnlRted Empress, work has progressed as far as the first story. The North Side bonne, which will hove a Beating capacity of 1,800, will be started soon. HARRY NEWMAN OPTIMISTIC, The opening of the 3012-18 season finds the Harry L. Newman offices. In the Grand Opera House, a busy hive of Industry, and according to Mr. Newman, who In his fre- quent trips to the metropolitan centres, has had a splendid opportunity to study condi- tions. The prospects for music publishers with real hits arc most flattering. Newman Is o live wire, and Is naturally on optimist. In an Interview with the Western repre- sentative of Thb New York Clipper In Chicago, Thursday. Just prior to a brief busi- ness trip In the West, Mr. Newman said: "The political situation will have little or no bearing on the amusement business this Fall. The crops throughout the country are the greatest ever known. "Money is easy ond the bank clearances evidence a degree of con- fidence most assuring to producers and pub- lishers. "I have had an opportunity to form an intelligent opinion of conditions In my field, nnd do not hesitate to say that the music publishers of America are upon the eve of an era of unprecedented prosperity. What the singers wont these days arc songs that 'go over' and catch the public fancy. And In this connection It may Interest you to know that 'Take Me Back to Dreamland,' a ballod which I have been featuring for some time, Is selling close, to the two million copy mark. Go where you will, In the vaudeville, or mov- ing picture theatres featuring Illustrated songs, or In the cabarets, you will find 'Take Me Bock to Dreamland' on the program. "I have under way another ballad, the title of which I will announce shortly, and It promises to be a 'knockout,' nnd from time to time I will present new numbers." . * BILLY SELLS' SON IN VAUDEVILLE. Billy and Betty Sells hove contracted with the Theatre Booking Corporation, Chicago, for the season 1012-13, to appear in the vaudeville theatres In. their novel singing act Billy (Allen) Sella Is the son of the late* AMIIiam Sells, of circus fame, and Betty Sells, a third cousin of Jenny Llnd, has ap- peared with signal success on the operatic stage prior to taking up the vaudeville work. Don Stuart Is handling the bookings. Bef.hler Brothers have placed Jean. Weir and company. In "His Last Offense," under contract, and opened the act at the BIJou Theatre, In Battle Creek, Mich., lost week. William O'Clare 1b bock In Chicago and \X 0T $ v f ,. ,or ftf*' v - «■ A i ""Ingle." while Madeline McDonald gets a little rest, a he pair made a long excursion Into the Southwest last season and remained away all Bummer. They report a prosperous trip. Axel Chribtbnben appeared at the Cres- cent Theatre last week and proved a good drawing cord. T.. THB Ji D £ nl ?'* of tnc C»«8eum, at Danville, 111., which has been rc-named the Hippo- drome, has been postponed until Sept. 23. It will be booked by Prank Q. Doyle. J. C. Matthews visited Bochcster, N. Y„ Inst week, to see tho Ellls-Nowlln Troupe, and stopped off at Flint, Mich., to sec ''The Broomstick Witches," He has arranged to book Barrett and Curtis, The New Langley Theatre,will open Bun- day Sept. 22. '<■ • ■ Waimah la doing a ''single," and appeared Lew Dockstader says "The white-faced comedian runs a greater risk of injuring his skin with grease paints than the minstrel with his burnt cork." Lifebuoy Soap cuts the grease and takes off a make-up easily. Clears the pores of poisonous matter and prevents infection. The mild carbolated solution in Life- buoy makes it the ideal actor s' soap- for it is antiseptic. ™~7 ■"■"■" «■"■» Great for toilet,.bath and shampoo. IVt the soap xoiO. the titan smell LIFEBUOY HEALTH SOAP Removes make-up EASILY Km at your Drug- ** gist's or Gro- cer's. 11 tit hasn't it, send flvt ota., ntsmps or coin, fori full sizecixa to Lever Brothers Co. Dept. is. Cambridge, Mua. - Theatrical Lawyer EDWARD J. ADER O No. CLARK S'I'KKKT, CHICAGO Practice in all State ana TJ. 8. Courts. ADVICE FKliB. at the Drexel Theatre the last half of tot week Sept. 0. •Stew, Almann and Kino displayed a-new act at the Ashland Theatre, recently. Olive Baton and Company begin n tour of tho Matthews houses this week, nnd liter will Mil bookings from Walter F. Keefc. Caul WintkbiiopV has been engaged lir the Sellg Polyscope Co., and joined tha players recently. Another recent engagement Is Lucille Coz, a Chicago society girl. Maeterlinck's "The Blue Bird" comes t* the Lyric Theatre Sept. 20. "Izzy" Wein'oabdbn has taken over the Wonderland, Halated and Madison streets, for miniature burlesque. He Intends to bulla up a circuit of burlesque theatres in Cblcags, to open this Fall and Winter. "Cow Bkm.h," a novelty of the forthcom- ing Chicago grand opera season, has had III triumphant first metropolitan production at the Kurfucrstcn opera la Berlin, A Yot'NU man, giving his name as Jamei L. Smith, was turned over to the CblcaM police Friday, 18, after he had tried to ob- tain theatre tickets by representing himself as a newspaper man. Sam Lederer, mana- ger of the Olympic, became suspicious of tbe htrnngcr when he Bald he was a representa- tive of a press association, and, believing be was on Impostor, caused his arrest. The enthusiasm with which "The Gnrdtn of Allah" was first received continues un- abated, nnd the receipts for every perform- ance average about J3.0no. It was the one dramotlc attraction playing Chicago that m not feel the effect of the terrific hot weather. The attendance has been marked by the pres- ence of thoiimuidu of men end women who are not often lured through a theatre door. i« wide spread publicity that has been gives this attraction, together wllth popularity oi the book, has proved a combination tnii spellH a fortune here for the Llehler Co. Menlo B. Moore, with offices In t» Strauss Building, is busily engaged1 with W» various vaudeville productions. 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