The New York Clipper (September 1912)

10 THE 2STETW YORK OI.IPPKK. SgrmiB Eft 2s WORLD OF PLEASURE GIRLS FROM JOYUND ^EASTERN). Colombia, %>« York, Sept. 23. This Is tbc first of the Gordon A North ■cries to strike New York. With last season's book retained entirely, tbc comedy Is as strong as ever, as presented by the two clever Hebrew comedians, Will Fox and Harry Marks Stewart, who were successful as ever as continuous In ugh makers, especially in tbc table scene in the second net, with the vine, the bell and the dishes. Lanier De Wolf, as Mnmo, cave a very en- joyable performance as sweet-faced Bud's girl. Eddie Bwyor was there with the kooJk In the role of Bud, the Jockey, nnd Hobby Wnt- k>u also capably filled the role of the tout, Hal. This duo presented one of the f nun lent bits In burlesque in their Scotch business and Salome work, after Mr. Dwyer had led the chorus through the lively "Scotchman" number. 1'brynoltc Ogdcn was a buxom ad- venturess who played the role in a light vein throughout, and also made a favorable Impression In her numbers. Harry Yost Is again Hill Welch, tbc trainer, and his heavy work was good as ever. James Hall was the detective, l'earl Dawson showed to advan- tage as Grace, In her role, nnd In the song allotted to her. Tom Herbert was cast as Colonel Honey. The costumes were of the showy kind, es- pecially In the carnlvnl scene, and the scen- ery bad been brlgbtcned up and looked as good ns new. The numbers included "Just • Little Lovln'" by Miss De Wolf and Mr. Dwyer: "Dearie," led by Miss Ogdcn ; "Scotchman," by Dwyer, Watson and the girls, in showy "Lauder" suits; "Hitchy Koo," Bung to re- peated encores by Miss Dawson and chorus; "Let's Go Up to Molly'a," a drinking song, ending with a souse, led by Mr. Watson; "Ylddlsbu Colleen," by Messrs. Fox and Stewart and two lively colleens, and a rous- ing finale by the Jockeys and entire company. In the second act the carnival scene was n good opener, "Old Coney Isle," by Mr. Yost, wns n good number, with many effec- tive chorus rhymes. "When I Oct You Alone To-night" wns well worked up by Miss De Wolf, with a young man In a box who was Anally brought down on to the stage to (lenn up with several additional choruses, Messrs. Watson and Dwyer working up the situation with good effect. "Kobert E. Lee" was the usual terrific lilt, presented by Miss Ogden and the levee workers, who were nil there with the shunts and Ihe prance. Ed. Dwyer was a lively partner. 'The Gorilla Grab' was done by four Apaches and their girls, and the "domes" were knocked about In the conventional style and with all the consideration those lads are supposed to pos- se ks for tbclr affinities. The third couple In particular received applause for their enrnest work. Messrs. Fox and Stewart let loose two parodies and a comic song of three verses which caught the house. Then Mr. Watson. ,n .?,. n . lft ?.! un dr ™» attire, led the minstrel outtlt In "Emancipation Day," to scvcrnl en- cores for his footwork. The snappy nnalc (WESTERN). Mlaer'a Bowery, Sept. 23. 81m Williams' Girls from Joylnnu joy- belled into the Bowery, Sept. 23, with a regular old fashioned burlesque which, though a Tittle lengtby, was entertaining. Sim Will- iams has made his olio the strongest part of his show this season, and this fetture effec- tively separates the first part and burlesque. Outside of Harry L. Cooper, the cast Is made up almost entirely of new faces to bur- lesque. Ihe performers all do Justice to their respective roles, and give a good enter- tainment. Harry L. Cooper was the same hit with the show In his original German part, "Happy Hclny," and he has lots of new comedy, which was approved. Hugcnc West, who has handled straight and character parts In stock and legitimate plays, gave a performance that was a real treat, and was one of the bright spots on the Mil. Fred Bulla, In Irish character parts, was very good, and gave an able perform- ance, Harry Gray, ns a French nobleman, got over In good style. May Edwin possesses a good voice, knows how to deliver her lines, and leads numbers in Al style. Emily Nice looks as her name Implies and then some. Several numbers were put over by her In good voice, and she was well liked. Joo Woodman and Wm. Malone, In minor parts, made up the cast. The first part, entitled "Flirting Flora," was a good opener, and afforded the com- pany ample opportunity to get acquainted with tbclr audience. Sim Williams, after an absence from the stage for a number of yearn, opened the vaudeville portion of the bill with his South- ern skit, entitled "Levee Days." Sim plays tbc part of a roustabout "nigger," and offers several songs and soft shoe dances which he puts over ntcely. Teh girls work prettily throughout the act which scored. Krcd Bulla nnd llarry Gray offered a little chatter and songs, which went over nicety. One of the oest offerings seen In bur- lesque waa a dramatic sketch, entitled "Blanche." Here Is an act that would easily no doubt be a success over the big vaude- ville circuits. It was really a sensational hit with the show. (See New Acts.) May Edwin nnd E. L. Forrester closed the olio portion of the bill. "(The Blch Happy Heinle" was the final offering, with plenty of comedy and fast numbers. The chorus of twenty girls work well, have the necessary looks nnd figures. The costumes arc bright and pretty. The musical offerings in the first part were: "I've Got Everybody s Number," by Eugene West; "Swells of Fashion," by Emily Nice; "Everybody's Getting It" by Marry L. Cooper; "Marguerite," by May Edwin; "Cer- tain Little Girl," by Harry Gray; "Tucker Up Your Mps," by llarry Cooper nnd Miss Nice; "Tennessee Moon," by E. L. Fletcher: "Knndy Kid," and Annie. The specialty by the Vnughan Sisters, In tbc burlesque, was n good offering. The models showed good form. "Girlies," "La La Ouortctte," "Dame Coquette" and "Itlgo- letto" were all good numbers. Chorus: Dolly Vaughn, Fannie Andrews, Irene Stephens, l'earl Marquette, Theresa Arnold, Emily Vaughun, Theresa Hose. Ethel Melrose, Florence Nelson, Ginger Deluth, Hone Burns, Alice Blair, Lillian Itaymond, Mcna Graham, Margarita Vaughan, Roslo Dean, Pearl Davla, Nellie Haselwood, Lillian Bcldln, Regina Ileidln. on,, IN DREAMS OF YESTERDAY A CLEAN UP-TO-DATE BALLAD WOBDS—POPULAR IN SENTIMENT MELODY—ENTIBELY ORIGINAL —BEACHES THE HEART NOTEiIt Is the General Opinion that "IN DREAMS OF YESTERDAY" IS THE BEST BAL- LAD WRITTEN IN FIVE YEARS LET THE AUDIENCE BE YOUR JUDGE ORCHESTRATIONS IN ALL KEYS. SEND AT ONCE FOR PROF. COPY DAVID C. BALTIMORE, Publisher 63 GRAND OPERA HOUSE, CHICAGO LOUISVILLE FM INDIANAPOLIS. yllle. Hose Dryer, Anna Kennedy. Ordwny Gibson, Alice Day, Gillie Ollmore, Elsie Bell. Helen Carey, May Mahon, Estcllo Wllmot, FnlBlo Burns, Ja«. Doner, Oscar Taylor, G. W. Htctler, Gen. Buchanan, Mart Fudlg and Bob Turner. The staff: Dave Gordon, manager; George Lcnvltt general representative; Phil Miller, , ^%fe'2S!Arii* e * r W^ MLB A1H) THERE IN BURLESQUE. props.; Mrs. De Wolf, wardrobe. Jf III. . BX OLIO. lliuHr McAvor Is carrying his own props (sideboards). Hume tad, this bov. Junkie Aomin Is the same bundle of ■weetness, and In sllkcra—well, leave it to Jennie. Wilbur Donns, doing n Dutch with the Social Maids. Three more years to go, then some. Flohnik McCuiud, on her way West with Whirl of Mirth. Dick Maddox, the same big hit with Udy Buccaneers. Somk yodlcr Is Clms. Baker. "Sleep, Baby, Sleep," a riot with Teddy Slaions' Auto GlrlN. Lovki Maiiy (Jiikkni:, a new one to bur- lesque. Is the talk of the Western wheel. A stunner, Lovey. lluuiliu Beii.niiard, with the nouomluni), a big lilt in his home town Inst week. Fannib Vkihikii," a "S"tremendous hit with the "S"columblnB. Moh Mkssinii has started rounding up his (lay Masqucradcrs. Hack to vaudeville for the Klein tiros, imil Chns. O'Toolo. Jul Kmkhnon, more than making good on the Knstcrii wheel. Good luck, Joe. Wm. Sisto, looking after the suffragette end uf the burlesque wheel's speeches. Twice dally. I*n.i. v Swhkt, the sweetest girl in bur- lesque. Ask Frank Austin. Vikuik Roviikk, bark on the pins nnd the Job, nnd doing nicely. Further concessions In each others' favor have been arranged between the Eastern and « eBtern wheels. As soon as bookings can be arranged to conform, the Eastern shows will rut out the Gayct.v, Louisville, Ky., and the Western shows will skip the Empire, Indtan- ii pulls, the Eastern shows playing that city Ihe week after Bt. I,ouls. The Oayety, Louis- ville, will be devoted to other attractions. Let the good work go on! s HIGH LIFE IN BURLESQUE. High Life la Burlesque, Charles Katk's Vt extern wheel show, feulurlng Pal While and furl Henry, has rounded to In Al shape. nto regular llrst part, burlesque and a four aot olio nre given, nnd from an entertaining standpoint u better show Is seldom seen. lliiiidsoiiie costumes und pretty stage settings lire very much in evidence. The tlrst part, entitled 'Taney in Society," and the burlesque, "The Union Men," nr« cleverly written, nnd abundance of bright iiuiuliers nnd funny bits make good. The olio Includes: Tom Bnrrctt and Mnv Belt, lurl Henry nnd Nelly Francis, Three Whirl- ing Krfords. nnd Chns. Kulk. Anna Grant has replaced Loathe Keener In the cast. A chorus of twenty good looking and fast work- ing girls inuko "High Life in Burlesque" a good offering. oUo. * TllK Gaiety Tiieatkk, Albany, N. Y., has been acquired by the Lyric Theatre Co., and tins been re-uuiiieil the Lyric. Burlesque, comic opera, stock and vaudeville will ba presented by the Lyric Co., who will have a circuit of nine houses between Albuuy nnd Boston. Tiih Big Gaiety Co. arc nt the Oayety, Brooklyn, this week, with this Fay, Clariv Itickett, Billy Armstrong, Knowlcs nnd Towers, Murray Barlow, the Two Dancing Mucks. Johnnie Doyle, nnd the Intcr-Stnto Quartette in the oust. This 0. & N. Enterprises have been In- corporated nt Albany, by Cliff Gordon, Hobby North and Anron Hoffman. Aliiim: Ei.i.ih has closed his home in Brooklyn.N. Y„ and will Ik- located nt Luns- itowno, I'u., with Ills family for the Winter. to look nfler his real estate Interests In and around Philadelphia. May Smith, of the Bon Tons, mourns the loss of her oloven-yonr-old daughter, Mary. thank BttDNH Is mnnnglng the Corlnthlnii, ltochoster, N. Y. HYDE & BEHMAN AMC8BMKNT COMPANY Tomplo Bar Building, Brooklyn, N. V. BTAIl TIIKATUE . .Brooklyn OAYETY THRATRK Brooklyn OAYCTY TlIKATrlB .........PttBmwS 8TA11 AND OARTKIt .. Chicago NEWARK TUBVrHR . .. .Newark N j EUGENE 'WEST — AND- CATHERINE HENRY . '** A sisyln 1 Act" "*" By CATHERINE IIRMlV Now a fcalnra with 81m Williams' "Olrls From Joyl»nd»0o. Blrgest Dramatic Bkcteh Mtt Inltlio history of Burlesque. r Tim nttnehes and employees of Miner's Theatre, Newark, enjoyed « supper nt John- son's Plane Street restaurant. Sept. 18, after the close of the regular performance. This Is the llrst of a series of such "spreads" to be given during the present senson. Mana- ger Frank Abbott wns voted Into the chair, and his administration wns voted n grand success by Messrs. Gllckuinn, Msittlu, Amo, Lacey, Blake, lludllels, Vandcrmnst, Carney, Boone, Hachcnberg, Schmidt, Schoucb, Fer- rull, llennemnn, Jncobs, Bothncr, Woog and others. Laiiiiih and Ma/.ih Osmund closed Sat- urday, 14 at the Columbia, New York, with the tiny MiiKquernders. Gi:o. Lbavktt. general representative for Gordon & North's three shows, Is In New York this week. Frank Pkiii.ry Is mnnnglng tbc Ooy White Way for Gordon & North. Bbv. It. B. St. CUB, secrctnrv of the Toronto, Can., Vigilance Association, wus placed on trial Inst week In the County Judges Crimlnnl Court before Judge Denton, without n Jury, charged with circulating In- decent literature. A few days ago Mr. St. Clair was arraigned In the Sessions, pleaded not guilty, and elected to he tried without a jury. The charge arises from the distribu- tion of a special bulletin of the Toronto Vigilance Association, purporting to give nn iKvmint of n burlesque show given nt the Star Theatre on Feb. 98, by the Darlings of Paris company. The pamphlet, which wns marked private and conndcntlal. was Issued from room 702 of the Temnlo Building, and was addressed to "Reverend and Dear Sirs." J. IlKimruT Mack, Sam A. Scriiincr and ciiAiii.Ks II. W.u.imoN have completed their Western tour of Inspection, and nre expected to return t o New York about Sept. 20. TO CLOSE nOAU COMPANY. The owners of -Within the I*w" have de- cided to close the road company until tho run of the piny In New York Is ended. Judg- Jng from tho business It Is ploying to nt the Hltlngc, this Is n long time off, STOCK NEWS "SOLD FOR MONEY." "Sold for Money" received its first presen- tation on any stage at the Metropolis Thea- tre, Sept. 23. To resort to a text or brief description of "Sold for Money," nothing more to the point could be submitted than In the following few lines: A daughter of aristo- cratic birth, whose parents nnd their for- tune tottering to the extent of almost pauperism, conceive the Idea of "selling" their daughter's hand In marriage to a multi- millionaire for a consideration of a million dollars, to uphold their rating in high so- ciety. The play, or story of the play, tells of tbc previous betrothal of the son of the old multi-millionaire to the daughter of the tottering, aristocratic parentage. m UNUSUAL TROUBLES. The Lawrence Stock Company hit trouble at Norwood, 0., where the members were all arrested for giving a show without a license. The l'laza Theatre, at which the perform- ance was given, only holds a license for pic- tures. After the curtain bad fallen on "The Sunset Trail" arrests were made. John B. Lawrence, Edward J. Johnson, Goldlc Ilcach, Mildred Austin, William Palmer Sheldon and Irs J. Martin were all gathered in. All but the llrst two were dismissed. The clash is another chapter Jo the war between the Norwood administration and tho amusement managers. ■ POLI'S THEATRE NOTES. Our correspondent at Washington has learned that the Poll Popular Players will close their very successful engagement for the Bummer senson on Saturday night, Oct. D. On Monday, Oct. 7, Mr. Poll will Intro- duce to his patrons "the Poll kind" of high class vaudeville. >Mr. Poll being one of the moat successful vaudeville producers, his ad- vent Into this new Held In the city ef Wash- ington Is watched with much interest. The entire- company of I'oll Players will depart to one of Mr. Poll's other theatres, nnd In the near future they will Teturn to Washington and will be welcomed with open arms. It stands without contradiction that Mr. Poll liii« given to the Washington thea- tregoers one "f the best stock companies ever assembled in that city. ■ OBJECTS TO FOUR MATINEES WEEKLY'. Kathcrlno Grey, leading woman of ihe stock at the St. James Theatre, Boston, has resigned, as she docs not desire to play four milliners a week, * Frank Dudley visited New York tbls week after an automobile tour from Texas. lie leaves 2(1 for Galveston, where his stock compauy will open early next month. Those engaged for the company arc called for Oct. 1. Thk stock company is producing "A Man's World" at tbc Manhattan Opera House. John B. Whiteman Joins the American Stock Co. Sept. HO. Katiikrink Cottkk has been engaged as leading lady for tho Mulley A Dehul&on stock Co., playing at the Opera House In Lawrence, Mess. The Manhattan Opera House Stock Co., New York, resumed operations 23, "Tho Aztec Romance" having closed 21. "A Man's World" Is UiIh week's play. Elm Von Luke, of the Payion Players, will head a company for two weeks at Keith's block house, Portland, Me. Richard Thorn- ton will be her leading man. The Colonial Players closed at Cleve- land. O., with "The Wolf," Sept. 14. Ari.ine Bennett is doing well In ingenues, nt the Lyceum Stock. Brooklyn. Noiima Winslow Is lending woman nt tho Richmond Theatre, Statcn Island. Rubcrt Lu Suer Is the leading man. Gkoihik Williams has Joined the Ilollldny Street Theatre Stock, nt Baltimore, Md. 1'oi.i's Stock, at Scranton, closed 21, and vaudeville returned 211. E. II. Olrson writes that he closed bis Niuiinirr seasou Aug. Ill, with the Kelly A Rrcnnan Co. No, 1, and Is now in permanent stock with the MUbur-Ulgby Co., at the Co- lonial Theatre. Lansing, Mich. Ii'iianklin li'o.v and l.u.v HiniiiKs are now with Us: I'liuiklln Stock Co., putting on spe- cialties and' playing a line of responsible character comedy parts. Manager Edwin Weaver lias engaged them for Winter season. W. L. M.u.!,i:v Is niiiuugcr of the Malley- Denlson Stock Co., at 1-nwrencc Mass. K. 1*. HoHNi: Is organizing additional per- manent stock companies. The Brooks Stock Co. Is featuring Maude Tomllnsou, under direction of Jack Brooks. A stock cornpnny will be the offering nt the Auditorium, South Bend, Ind., beginning Sept. 22, and continuing indefinitely. Wright Huntington, who wns seen here la The Pit," arrived in South Bend, from New York, Fri- day, 13, and made arrangements for the pro- ductions. He brought IiIb company from New York, and will give n good repertoire. The opening play will be "The Deep Purple." Tim Hahuison Associate Itjiibn closed the Summer season at White River Junction, Vt. Rept. 21. An opportunity Is offered by W. B. Buttcr- tleld to stock or repertoire companies to book good time at Saginaw, Flint and Port Huron. Mich. Tiitstiow Paul ant wirn (Cecil Claren- don) opened Aug. 2(1 with the Harvey Stock Co. (Northern), for the Benson, Tin Indiana Tiieatsb, South Bend, Ind., reopened with permanent stock Sept. i), under the direction of Guy Durrclt. The opening bill, "The Spenders," drew big houses, regardless of the hot weather. Wal- ter McCulloch and Mabel Carrington are playing the leads, with a strong supporting company of alxteen people. J. C. Leusch is stage manager. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Latimorb were Ci.utkh callers last week, after spending a. successful season In stock for the Summer at Lynchburg, Vo. They expect to go In permanent stock for the Winter. For the present they arc located at Qulncy, III. PLASHES. Harrison Grey Fiske announces "The Hleh Road" as the title of the new play written by Edward Sheldon for Mrs. Flake. Mrs. Flske's tour in the play will open In Montreal, Oct. 14. Mrs. Timothy D. Sullivan died last week at her home In New York. Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan had been separated for a number of years, but a reconciliation was effected at tho deathbed. One daughter survives the mother. Patrick Fooabty, father of Frank Fo- garty, the Dublin Minstrel, died Sept. 10 at his home In Brooklyn, and was hurled In Holy Cross Cemetery 18. The Brooklyn Lodoe or Elks will give their grand hall Thanksgiving eve, at the Twenty-third Regiment Armory. George Batsford will again stage the minstrel per fonjiiuiec to be held Jan. 27 and 2S, ll»13. "Goyit" was produced at Hudson, N. v., Sept. 18, by Margaret Anglln and her com- pany. Henry Russill, of the Boston Opera Co., Is due to arrive from England this week. His season will open Nov. 25. 'I'm: HiiinuANN-IlEiNK Co. of Patcrson has been incorporated at Trenton, N. J., by Walter Henry, Schumann-Ilelnk and Nathan Marcus. Conroy and I.i: Maiiie linvr signed with the, Loew Circuit. I.ci.i: Glaseh will open her tour at tbc Or- pheuui, Brooklyn, next week. Ki.inohk and Williaus have been released from tbelr contract with Joseph Howard. "A Rich Man's Son" will be produced by James Forbes Oct. 7. "Tub June Bride" was produced at Al- bany, N. v., 21. Tbc company included: Arthur Ayleswortb, Auclla Btone, Flavin Ar- earn, Hazel Klrkc, Arthur Llpson, Donnld McKenzle, and Mile. La (iulr and M. Plator. "Hero and Leander" wilt open the Ger- man season at the Irving Place, New York, Sept. 26. Rose Llchtcnsteln and Max Juer- fcus will play leading roles. "Johannls- euer" will bo presented 28, Wm. n. Cram: returned from Europe 21, nnd will open In "The Senator Keeps House," In Wilkes Unite, Pa., 30. The Mutual Exchange linn been Incor- porated at Albnny, to deal In theatre tickets. Ii. L. Coffey, John F.. Glcason and J, F. Gil- christ ore directors. Arnold Daly has left the ll. II. Frazec forces, nnd will be under direction of Ar- thur Hopkins. Tub reports regarding the new Jamaica Theatre being all off arc incorrect. John Auer & Sons state that the lease of tho house will he arranged for before long. Blanche Rino opened In "The Walt Street Girl" at tho Apollo, Atlantic City. Lewis Waller will present "King Henry V" at Daly's, New York, Sept. 30. Tub Aborn Opera Co. will present "ChlniOB of Normandy" for the week of Oct. 7, at the Academy. Brooklyn, with Vlnlo Daly Daisy Leon. Wm. Wolff, Carl Haydn, W. B. White, Johnstone Flynn anil Cnrrlck Major In the cast. Edward P, Temple will stage the production. IAN Rourrtson, brother of Forbes Robert- son, arrived Snturdny. Sept. 21, on the S. S. Philadelphia. He will head a road company in "The Passtug of the Third Floor Back." Webk of Sept. 30, at Proctor's Fifth Ave- nue Theatre, Russ Whytal will present for the llrst time a dramatic episode from the French, entitled "Lul" ("He"), hi which he will be assisted by a company of three. Mr. Whytal, while new to vaudeville, Is well known to tlieatrcgoers. Dave Lewis, In "Don't Lie to Your Wife," will be the opening attraction at the New Vic- toria, Sheffield and Belmont avenue. Chicago, HI.. Sept. 20. It Is guaranteed the thentre will open 20, and tho Dnvc Lewis compunv, which waB to piny Grand Rapids thnt week, has switched the date. Arthur Byron, who succeeded Wilton Lnc- kuyo In the new Kugenc Walter play, "Fine ■Feathers," now running in Chicago, closed with that attraction 8cyt. 21. Harry Hector (In private life TbOB. II. Piivlcs), a wrestler, shot and killed Lucille Mny, an actress, Sept. 21, at Vlncennes. Ind., nnd committed suicide In the Countv Jail, where he was confined after the murder. At the Academy of Music. New York, thv second act of "Tho Girl from Brighton" has been shifted to a Broadway cabaret, In- troducing a number of new specialties. Harrison Giiby Fiske is assembling a typical Mrs. Flsko cast for the production of her now play, by Edward Sheldon, Ihe latest engagement being that of William Lowers, for one of tho plny's most prominent roles. ..°??A!l Hammeiibtrin has begun suit for llOu.000 damages for libel against Felice Lyue, the Ixindon prima donnn, on account or statements made by her on the lla'tlc, when arriving from London. Chertbj iff. Jordan, the actor, who killed his wife. Honora O'Reilly, was electrocuted jjj 'he Clinrlestown Btate Prison, Boston, r "£ 0,inT *»>rj* HOWMANN RUVDB will Conn at H y DerIon . New Uavon, Wm. Rock, of Rock and Fulton, win shortly go to Europe to produce shows in London and Paris. Upon bis return to New York he will open a producing office In New York. The Tobonto (Can.) Musical Festival will be held Oct. 7-12. CAPT. BOGABDUS HONORED, Col. Fred T. Cummins, of the Youna Buffalo Wild West and Col. CudjuiIiik Kaf East, wrltCB us from Lincoln, 111. Sept ]!• "In playing at Lincoln, 111., to-dav, us i mark of esteem to Cupt. Bogardus tbc famous marksman, who resides in this' ell; we held the parade and gave him a scrcnadV after first paying our respects and offering congratulations to him as It was his eighty- fourth, birthday; and after the serenade three volleyB by the cowboys. It was most touching to sec this fine old roan, with tremb- ling hands and voice and the tears tiickllnc down bis cheeks express his heartfelt grati- tude nt our warm and friendly mnrk ot our high esteem for him." The Lincoln fHar of Sept. 17, Captain tlo- gnrdus says that "The Young Buffalo Wild West Show Is the best on the rond, superior to any lie has ever teen, and he has seen them all, performed In many ot them as champion gun shot of the world, and Is In every way capable to express nn imp.irllal opinion." Capt. Bogardus has closed his shooting gallery at Al Fresco Park. Peoria, III., anil will Winter at Lincoln. s LAMONT snow IN WRECK. According to a report from Poplar [tluff, Mo., Harry Lamont was killed la u railroad wreck near Chaonlm, Mo. on Sept. 17, and another showman met a similar fate. There were also live members of the show injured seriously, and not expected to live. Nothing In the way of confirmation of the above has been received from the Bhow up to the time of going to press. THE FERa'rI SHOWS. Waterburt, Conn., Sept. 23. (Special to Tim Clipper). — The Col. Francis Fcrarl ShowB left here this morning for Allcntown, where they are to furnish the attractions for the big fair to be held there next week. They showed here during the past week under the auspices of the local Iodic of Moose, and played to one of tbc biggest out- door weeks Wntcrbury has ever seen. It was the first carnival in the open air that has ever been held here, and the Idea caught on like an epidemic. The event was promoted by Sydney Wire and 'Uctor D. Lcavltt. who made all of the advance arrangements tod Instructed tho committees In the work ot contest promoting. Tho queen of carnlvnl lionors were won by a local lady grocery clerk, with a total of 2U8.UO0 votes at a cent a vote. Tho contest was one of the big- gest ever held In connection with a carnival, nnd netted a gross sum of $11,008. The local lodge of Moose spared no expense to make the event a bucccbs. and the grounds nnd ap- proaches wcro brilliantly Illuminated with thousands of Incandescent lights. SCREEN CLUB'S THIRD MEETI.VG. At Bryant Hall, New York, on Thursday evening, Sept. 10, the third preliminary meeting of the Screen Club was held, hlng llaggot, temporary chairman, called the meet- ing to order at 8.40. The minutes of the previous meeting were rend by Temporary heerctnry Calder Johnstone, nnd accepted by ncelnmmatlon. ,. „ Frank Powell, temporary treasurer, then made n report of club's financial stand ni,, which called forth a burst of applause, for so short a time the amount of money In tuc treasury Is almost beyond belief. Star J thirty new members paid their $5.00 to the treasurer before the meeting. Lowrence McGIII, chairman of comralltc appointed to draw up the constitution arm by^lnwa of the Screen Club, then read hi proposed constitution and M-MWs. * D, gJ uftcr a discussion as to whether the W members should be allowed to Join the en a, they were accepted by acclamation, and tuo second rending waived. . , It was finally agreed to ndmlt lay mcint rs to the club. This motion was BorcHMJ recommended by John Bunny, nnd sccondtu by Herbert Brenon. With this changi M» committee on the constitution nnd b)-ian» were Instructed to apply for n ehartci. On Saturday evening. Sent. £8 the n«t meeting will be held nt Bryant Hall, ■«,»«5 At this meeting permnncut officers or i"« Screen Club will be elected, to hold oluco for one year. Every body be the re. Virginia Pabry and D. V. Daw"-" || < 1VI ' Joined the Vltagraph forces, for lends. Tub West End Holding Co. has Bg» formed by W. G. Van Nostrnnd, Gabriel su» plro nnd George Masters. _ ,, _,,„* Carl WiNTunnorT Is with the Sellg K»« Lucille Cox is also with that firm. .. Pbarl White has Joined the Crystal Him forces. _ . 0 ._, Leon Gaumont returned to Europe txv 17 Gas Btimpbon, the clown, was the yinl" feature of this year's Coney Island Mann Gras and Festival. ,, v „.„(. Nun Nelson 1s playing heavy with »"' son'B "Uncle Tom's Oaoln" Co., over the i » operative Circuit, and reports that the turn pany Is doing good business. , - STREET FAIR THREE BIG DATS-OCT. 3,4 »nd 5 WANTED. TEUT SHOWS lid ATTRACTIOHS OFALL'KINDB. For privileges, -write W VICTOR BISBRSTBIIff, Wmrranton, lw " .;;■'. ■ -I't