The New York Clipper (January 1915)

JANUABT 23 THE NEW YORK CLIPPER. "Baffin' the Jack" Was a Hit (or Ton, Wasn't It? The Same Writers Have Written Inether "Corker" FIFTY- alt;** By JIM BFRRIS arid CHRIS SMITH Jul .VOU"E GILB ERT, ProfosjvtonaJ Ma aofrcx IE CUPPER'S HFJL1 DEPARTMENT. By DR. MAX THOREK, Chicago, Surgeon-in-Chief American Hospital; Consulting Surgeon Cook County Hospital; Consulting Surgeon Sheridan Park Hospital, Chicago; Surgeon White Rata and Actors Fund, etc., etc. , * IT Then article! are written delusively for the SBW YORK CLIPPER. tineiltona pertaining lo health, disease, hygiene, self-preservation, pre- vention of SIMM and natter* of general Interest l<> health will be answered In thla column. AD- DRESS ALL IRCIUIRIBS TO OR. MAX THOREK, AMERICAN HOSPITAL. CHICAGO. ILLS. Where apace will not permit or the inbject la not an I table for an open anawer, lettera will be aent to the applicant personally. Dr. Thorek ahonld not be expected to illagnoie or prescribe In these columns for Individual dlaeaaea. LARYHG1TIS. Performers who are free from disturbance! of tbe vocal organs, at tbls particular time of tbe year," are rather tbe exception than the rule, lou see them everywhere, hawk- ing, coaghfflg, gargling, doping themselves, and what nit. .Kind but misinformed friends are there with advice to use so-and no's lozenges, sprays or atomizers. And the sub- ject of what to do for that "troublesome throat" la a much discussed topic In circles where performers congregate. I feel that every person who earns a living with his voice, by eltber singing or talking, should possess, at least, rudimentary knowl- edge about the common ailments usual); affecting tbe vocal apparatus. Of course, throat trouble is a very broad term. It itself does not signify anything. For there are a number of parts which com- pose tbe throat, and each of these component {>arts may be affected individually or col- ectlvely. Thus, a person may have an Inflam- mation of tbe tonsils (tonsilltls) ; an affec- tion of throat proper—a so-called pharyngi- tis; or he may he suffering from an Inflam- mation of the voice-box—a laryngitis. Tbe latter la of utmost concern to the artist. The larynx la a very delicate organ indeed. It may be roughly compared to a reed instru- ment, If you will in your mind's eye see tbe vocal cords representing the reed of tbe instrument. Tbe vibration of two delicate bands stretching across the voice-box are responsible for tbe production of sounds—as tbe reed—and a wonderfully constituted mus- cular mechanism brings the vocal cords In closer proximity to one another or separates tbem as required. Vibrations of these cords by a column of air coming from the lungs are responsible for the pitch of tbe voice. Acute laryngitis is usually the phase of trouble which commences abnormal condi- tions. Tbls is brought about in a variety of ways. "Colds," of course, play an Important part in its production. Bxcesslve use of tbe voice certainly Is a most prolific cause. Sys- temic conditions, blood diseases, excessive smoking and various hygienic indiscretions all tend to c%use tbe trouble. If this (acme) stage la neglected by either disregarding^t- or by Improper treatment, It will grow rfl*n« baa to worse until it will ieach the more* untractable stage—tbe chronic variety. Tbe majority of sufferers from laryngitis are men. Tbls preponderance over tbe num- ber of women affected may be accounted for by tbe fact that men, as a rule, are by far more addicted to smoking and to the im- moderate use of alcohol in one form or another Tbe aoute variety of laryngitis manifests Itself by a rough or tickling sensation In tbe throat. This is accompanied by an undue fatigue of the voice on tbe slightest exertion. There may be a troublesome cough. Hoarse- ness is one of the early manifestations. The general system Is very little if at all affected. Thus, you see persons suffering from laryngi- tis may be up and around and to all appear- ances perfectly healthy outBlde of tbe affec- tion of the larynx. In the more severe grades of tbe trouble there is greater incon- venience and the symptoms are of more troublesome nature. The cough, under these circumstances, becomea dry and harassing, and the person feels as "If something Is sticking in the throat" It is essential that one should know what to do and uhat not to do under these cir- cumstances. One of the most Important things to observe in a case of acute laryngitis Is to give the vocal cords as muon rest at possible. They are Inflamed and irritated and must be rested. You would hardly think of playing the piano or violin with a sore finger. Neither would you attempt to dance if your feet were inflamed. In fact, yon could not, if you were to attempt to force matters you would undoubtedly aggravate tbe existing conditions. The same holds true with refer- ence to the larynx. If you were to realize tbe delicacy or tbe structures under con- sideration it would at once be apparent why absolute rest must be enjoined In affections of tbe vocal cords. Do not tamper with yourself or permit anyone else to tamper with your throat. All medical authorities of note agree tbat tbe lest tampering the Quicker the recovery in cases of acute laryngitis. In acute cases follow the following rules and you will derive benefit from them: Take a brisk cathartic (a bottle of mag- nesia). A hot mustard foot-bath. Apply cold compresses to tbe neck. Talk as little as possible. Stay Indoors. If your tbroat feels irritated and sore, make inhalations of a teaspoonful of com- pound tincture of benzoin to half a pint of boiling water. If your throat Is very pain- ful add & teaspoonful of paregoric to tbe benzoin. Oargles of any sort. In laryngitis, do abso- lutely no good. 80 why use tbem? Do not nave anyone "monkey" with your tbroat In acute Inflammations of tbe vocal cords. It it unnecessary and may create a great deal of trouble. In chronic cases tbe advice of a competent specialist is essential. Tbst la. If, under tbe tieatment outlined, tbe condition does not Improve, an examination of the vocal appara- tus, by a person especially trained to do this work, will usually reveal tbe cause of the difficulty and may then be properly remedied. about the house and select a shoe that will not exert pressure, especially on the af- fected parts. Try this for some time and I nm confident It will benefit you. In Intract- able cases, of course, nothing abort of re- moval of the bunion la effective. KYES AND TOBACCO. MIR. J. 0. P., New YORK, WRITES: I bave seen a physician to-day who examined my eyes and told me tbat they are affected from smoking? Is such a thing possible? If so, what can bo done for it? Will appreciate an anawer through Tub Clippsb, ANSWER. It is an established fact that tbe nicotine contained in tobacco of all kinds will In time affect the nerves of the eyes, causing a siring of visual disturbances. There la only one treatment for tbe condition, and that Is the reduction of the quantity of tobacco consumed and Its ultimate discontinuance. OUT OF TOWN NEWS Decatur, 111.—Empress (Rollo Mallory, mgr.) split week vaudeville. NOTES. Matob Fiunk Sfiaoui, of Bement, ill, bold a bhj party at Lyric Picture Theatre, In tbat town, and had three hundred of the local school children as his guests. G. A. Pitch, a moving picture man of Oraml Rapids, Mloh., purchased the Corner Picture The- atre, here, Jan. 18, fur $2,000, and will tpeud ll.OOO In lvii-odellng. The Dealing capacity will be Increased to four hundred, and an entirely new front constructed. - Ed. OsnoaHS, owner of theatre recently burned In Charleston. III., Is back In Decatur, after spending tbe holidays In Indianapolis. E. T. Gossett, manager of the house at Ccrro Oonlo, III., was a recent caller at the Decatur office of Tna Cmfpeb correspondent. Tub Hudson Slaters (Ola and Helen) were the drawing card the "first halt." at the Emjiresa, last week, In a picturesque novelty, "Tbe I'lpea of Pan." The two glrla got their start In theat- ricals here. In their home town. In the days of (he old Bljoa Vaudeville Theatre. Tin Idea of a legitimate theatre for Decatur bos been given up. It is announced that Decatur will not bave a race meet tbls season. ANSWERS TO QUERIES. SNAKE-BITES. MISS EMMA L. V., MILWAUKEE, WIS., WRITES: Deab Doctob: What is best for snake-bites? ANSWER In bite of serpents, encircle the limb which baa been bitten with a handkerchief or simi- lar thing, firmly (above tbe bite). Encour- age bleeding by applying hot water to tbe bitten part and by squeezing It out Have always in readiness an antidote (procurable In any first class pharmaceutical house). Do not lose time. Heat a metal body (knit- ting needle, for Instance) to a red beat and burn out the wound thoroughly. The wound mutt be burned out at the earliest possible moment Qlve whiskey In plenty. BLOOD-PURIFIERS. MR. J. J. J., OF CHICAGO, ILL., WRITES: Dear Doctob : I am la the habit of taking a good blood purifier In the Spring. Will you please tell me through The Clipper what kind you would recommend as best? ANSWER. Most advertised "blood purifiers" are, in my opinion, fakes, pure and simple. Keep away from tbem. They are not entirely harmless. The benefits you derive from tbem are mora imaginary than real. INJECTION FOR NEURALGIA OF FACB. MRS. I. 0. P., BROOKLYN, N. Y., WRITES: "I have been Incapacitated from doing my work for tbe past two years by reason of a very severe form of facial neuralgia. I am a dramatic woman and was forced to give up. so severe were the pains at times. I have taken an sorts of Internal treatment, electricity and whatever the physician recommended, but all In vain—I derived no benefit from any. My doctor now tells me that he wishes to Inject a certain add Into the nerves of the face, thereby hoping to help me. I wish to avail myself of the opportunity to ask your opinion on the matter through Taa Clippes. ANSWER. Go ahead and do at the physician tells you. Injections of oamlc add, which he recom- mends, are often followed by brilliant results, and I sincerely hope It will prove to in your HIVES AND SMOKING. 0. P J., NEW YORK, ASKS: "Can chronic hives come from smoking?" ANSWER. No. DRESSING-ROOMS AND RHEUMATISM. MRS. A. H., CHICAGO, .WRITES : Dear Doctor: I am a professional woman and believe that damp dressing-rooms are the cause of my present ailment I am suffering with swollen Joints—especially the ankles. When- ever I attempt to use my arms I feel pains In the muscles and Joints. Will you please oblige and tell me, through Tub Clipper, what you think alls mo and what I may do for it? ANSWER. There It no doubt in my mind but tbat damp and unsanitary dressing-rooms are responsible for a great deal of trouble. In your case I have no doubt you are afflicted with rheumatism. However, in order to scientifically treat your Cisc, yon will bave first to submit to a thorough examination at the hands of a competent physician for the purpose of deciding whether the case It one of muscular or articular (Joint) rheumatism. In other words, a diagnosis must first be made beforo proper treatment may be Insti- tuted. Proper medication and dieting will then be ordered and measures adopted to counteract the conditions found on physical examination. MOTHERHOOD. MRS. T.rr. P.,PITTSBURGH, I'A, WRITES: Dear Doctob: Will you -please answer the following question through Tun Clipper Columns. If a woman has removed one fallopian tube can she still become a mother? ANSWER. Yes. BUNIONS. MR. J. B. Z-, CHICAGO, WRITES: Deas Doctob : I am a female Impersonator and do a great deal of toe dancing. For the patt year I have been troubled with bunions on both feet Have tried almost everything. Will you pleats tell me what can be done? ANSWER. Natural footgear Is essential. Cramping of tbe feet in tight shoes must be strictly avoided. Whenever possible, walk barefooted Combining pleasure with business, James V. (Jlmmlc) Monaco Is shown here un.loylne; himself on the lake at Lskowood, N J. Mr. Monaco, during his vacation at tbls fa- mous resort, has found time to compose sev- eral new songs that bave tbe endorsement of several that know, to be better than bis famous "You Made Me Love You." Oh, the young ladles? That would be letting yon in the secret Yon should worry. Jimmy seems perfectly happy, doesn't he? Biffin, ill.—Grand (W. D. Newman, mgr.) vaudeville Jan. 17-20. O&pbiuii, Stab and Taurus, pictures only. 'Tub Honk" (moving plcturca) did ao well at the Grand, 7-0, that Munager Newman secured a return data for 14-10, when moving pictures were shown In addition to others. Max Bloom, a "tabloid" favorite In Elgin, de lighted good houses 10-13. In the company are: Johnny Gllmore, Obnrlos rammers, Fred Vance, Alice Sober and Inei Delllare. Miss Sober Is a clever dancer, and her dance with Mr. Browning, In the second act, wtia die of the Mis, Mlaa Bel- Hare ekes a clever whistling ami ringing number. Al.TA Stickiinq Iiu-i succeeded June Watson as carbler at the Grand. MoAIester, Okla.~Bu»by (A. Bert Eitei. mgr.) "Hlsh Jinks" Jan. IB, "Seven Keys ti Baldpate" 25, "Floe Feathers 1 ' 27, Black Pattl 28. Yale-Majestic, Star and r.msnrr, litest Dims, changed dally. Ma Tint American Amusement Co. Carnival played to good business 4-8. The shows left here » fur El Ileno, not showing at Hhnwuce aa originally booked. "Tir.i.in's PoKcruaan Rouance," a alx reel Universal film, featuring Charles Chaplin and Murlc Dressier, was si'owu at the YaLe-Mojestlr 21, to u record breaking business. A. C. Kino, of Muskogee. Is relieving D. A. MscDoualU as manager of tbe Yale-Majestic Thea- tre for a few weeks, Mr. MacDonald In turn re- lieving B. W. Brophy, owner of tbe Yale chain of theatres, who bus gone to Oklahoma City to remain during tbe meeting of the State Legisla- tor*. Jricksouvllle, Fin. — Duval. The Boston English Opera Co. were beard In "II Trovatore" Jan. 10. Oni'iiauM.— (II. H. O. vaudeville). BUI 18-2.1: Wewtoo and Leon, Flying Henrys, Jewell Comedy Four, John 1'. Wade, and euuiipuy, and Walter Weems. IurniAL.—Licensed pictures and singers. Gbamd. I'uince, UAVor, Pastims and 1'uoekix, pictures only. Carmen I'aiiu. — O. V. Ilubcnck. looping the loop; J. 0. Redding, hydroplane Hying, and Kred L. Owens, balloon ascensions, are tbe attractions. Minneapolis. Minn.—Metropolitan (L. N. Scott, mgr.) "Milestones" Jan. 17-20, "lligb Jinks" 21-23. SiiuiUT (Chas. Sllchter, mgr )—The Wright Huntington Players, in 'Teas of the Storm Country," week of 17. Baixbiidob Platiiooss (A. 0. Btlibrldgt Jr., tmrr.l—BelnbrlJge Players, In "Fifty Miles from Boston," week of 17. OitriiBuv (O. B. Raymond, mgr.)—Bill 17- 33: Valerie Bergere and company, Lydell, Rogers ATTRACTIOH1 AT TUB NEW tTOBK THEATRES. B. W. KBIT ll'B PALACE Broadway A 47th St Evs. 26-6O-76-H-$1.60 Dally Mats. S6-W-7S. 8UD.0ono'U2.15AS.lS HELEN WARE PBK1N MYSTERIES BENORITA ISABEL RODRIGUEZ, BAH it KITTY MORTON ORVILLE HARROLD «♦"■ »f> Wffl tuea., utb st, E. of Bway. GORT Direction of JORN COST. %s*^srtsa^ on Eves., 8.1s. Mats. Wed. • Sat, Lit. Wed. Mat too. to ll.to. 8ELWYN 4 00. present A melodrama of love, mystery and thrills. By ROI COOPER MKGRUK. s vnCIIM * 9<b St., »«■• Broadway. LI MtUI Eves., 8.16. Mats. Than. A Sal, tit. Charles Frohman, Klaw A Krlanger present ELSIE FERGUSON in a Flay in Four Acts by Hubert Henry Davlea. "OUTCAST." HUBSPI 44th St, W. of Broadway. Eves., .. 8.1t. Matinees, Wed. and Bat,, 2.16. SEXw YN it CO. Prestnt THE SHOW SHOP By James Forbes, Author of "The Chorus Lady" With DOUGLAS FAIRBANKS COHAN it HARRIS B'way and 46th St. Eves, tt 8.16. Hats. Tnes. A Sat at 2.16. COHAN A UARRia will Present "HELLO BROADWaY" With New York's Favorite Comedians GEO, M. COHAN, WH. COLLIER. B'WAY A tSd ST. EVES. 8.16. MAT. WED. A SAT,, til. Popular Wed. Mat too. to ti-to. COHAN A HARRIS PRESENT OCT A OPA We*t44thBt Evea.B.20. DbliAOUv Mats.,Ttiurs.A8at.,2.20, DAYID BRLABOO Presents LEO DITBIGHSTEIN The Phantom Rival Jan. 28, FRANCES STARR In MARIE OUILB. coTAirs COHAN L- "IT FAYS TO ADVERTISE" A Farcical Fact, by ROI COOPER MEGRUE and WALTER llACKKTT. THEATRE, West 44d St. neai Broadway. Tel. Bryant 68*4. Eves. 8.20. Mats. Wed. A Bat W New York's Newest Playhouse. Cohan A Harris present (by arrangement with Arthur Hopkins) s new play by a new young American anthor "ON TRIAL" By E. I> Relwnstcln. Beats 8 weeks In advance. CANDLER FULTON TWIN 46th St. nr. B'way Evenings at 8.20. Matinees Wednesday and Saturday 2.20. SELWYN 6i CO. PRESENT Br MARGARET MAYO and SALISBURY FIELD nmiini in VvTtMBt Evenings 8.16: REPUBLIC esses?" »* A. H. WOODS PRESENTS "KICK IN" »« ■ %iw * % mwm Wlllard Mack, With JOHN BARRYMORR, JANE GREY, JOBBPHIHB VICTOR and others. fcs7U7 IMVTDDsillf W. 4»nd at. Eves, 8.16. nOW AnBAfiUVnVa Mats. Wed. sod Sat, 2.16. KLAW A KRLANGER, Managort. CHARLES DILLINGHAM Presents a Syncopated Musical Show WATCH YOUR STEP Music sad lyrics by Irving Berlin. Book by Harry B. Smith. With Mr. St Mrs. Vernon Cnatle. ITUPinii' B'way A 40th St Eves. 8.16. iJiifliri.il Ki Mats., Wed. and Sat., 2.16. CHARLES FROHMAN Presents JOHN DREW ROSEMARY In the Celebrated Comedy Jan.26, ETHKL BARIIYMORK In "THE SHADOW." as* ar« sasusn-v COLONIAL B. V. KEITH'S B'way «82dSt Matinee Dally. Bon- day Concerts 8.11 and 8.16. TR1XIB FUIGANZA LONESOME LASH1KH CONDON A IJEVKREAUX. HEATHER A MAR- SHALL, UOGANNY TROUPE, HILLY McDF.ll- MOTT, MOORK A YOUNG, Others. f fOIPYJTV w - 42nd St. Eves. 8.11. Li ID JCj t\ 1 X Mat*. Wed. A Sat at 2.11. CHARLES FROHMAN Present! OTIS SKINNER ?&& THE SILENT VOICE By JULES KCKERT GOODMAN. Baaed on the story by Gouverneur Morris COLUMBIA THEATRE BROADWAY, 4Tth STREET, R. V. Thla Week. HONE YMOOM QI It LB. MM HILL THEATRE Islington Awe. and Ml at,, n. Y, This Week, MOUTH CARLO QUI 1.8 KLAW A EK Bway. A 48th St. Evas, at 8.15. Mnts. Wort.A8at2.lt KKLANOER, Managers RUTH CHATTERTON ■ DADDY LONC-LEC8 A IIBW COMEDY BY JEAN WKBBTBR MW miTC-Tlfn W. 42nrt8t Eves., 8.16. miMJ 1 lH WrUi Mats. Wed. A Sat, 2.16. A. II. WOODS Presonts an American Play In 6 Aots. THE SONG OF SONGS By EDWARD SHELDON. Based on the novel by HERMANN 8UDBRMANN, with an All Star Cast. TT A TyTITO theatre, w. 43d ST. H A it ft, I kS Evenings lit 8.16. *■******"**' Mats. Wed. and Sat, a.16. SELWYN A CO. PRESENT MARGARET ILLINGTON mrjV TTTs* «fHKNRY JLjiXt Hjl, JS aVtiiuh JONES. GT'TJ A TaTTl 8-way Atlthil. SlJLliLll li Noon to 11.80 p.m. THE MORALS OF MARCUS OTHER SUPERIOR PICTURE ATTRACTIONS Strand Concert Orchestra and Sololata West Week, TUB OOOBB OIRI,. B'way * toft St. Phone am col. urs. and Sat, 8,00, Kroa. at 8. Mats. Tues., Tnui Dancing Around ».» AL. JOLBON I VDIO 42d8t.W.of U'way. Ptionol21fl Brjant. LI 111 W Bves. 8.11. Mats. Wed. A Sat 2.16. JOB WBBBR'S Musical Comedy Production THE ONLY OIL ytyfjAt, A* THEATRE, West of B'way ■•fri-tin OIn Phone, 72M llrjanu Eves. 8.20. Matinees Wed. A Bat, 2.20. THE LILAC DOMIIO "A MUSICAL TR1UMPII.---N. Y. Sun. ■MINE ELLIOTT'S JEZSH&. Phono 1478 Bryant Eves. 8.20. Mats. Wed. A Sat 2.20 i-ffi FAVERSHAM '„Vwl! "sassa*' »i». m,m nmi« QQfh Qt- Tliea.,nr. B'way, Phone418 Bryant OO Ul Ol. Kvos, 8.80. Mats. Wed. A Sat 2.80, MAHIB DRESSLER In lbs latest laugh vehicle « A MTY TIP" of her career A IBlA-Uir THEATRE. 44th Bt,west of B'way. Phone, 848» Bryant. Kvet. a.lt Halluces Wed. A Hat, 2.16. All-star Company Direct from the Gaiety Theatre, lonUon. SMARTEST SHOW IN TOWN. TO-NIQHT'S THE NIGHT 40 GENUINE LONDON OAIKTY GIRLS 40 THEATRE, 44th St., W. of B'way. Phone 8100 Bryant Kvet., 8.4s, nees Wednesday A Bat, 2.80 A PAIR OF SILK SIMM CYRIL HAUCOURT'S COMEDY All Seats at All Performances $2.00. r A QTMfl H'way A!itPtliHt.l'lif)ii«:iH40flreoley, U A31R U Even. H.w. Mats. Wed. A Hut., 2.20. THE MOST WONDERFUL PLAY IN NEW YORK EXPERIENCE DA ATI! THEATRE, 46th, W. of B'way. nil H Phoneflioo Dryant. Eves, 8.80. ■* , *»* T ■ ■■ Matinees Wed. A Sat, 2.80. WINTIIROP AMES' AMERICAN I'KI/.K PLAY I CHILDREN OF EARTH By AL1CK BROWN*. ond Lydell, tbe Dlk City Four, Oervo, I'rcllr'a dogs, Lerllsh, and Orpheum Travel Weekly. Gavbtt (Wis. Koeulg, rogr.)—Winning Widows week of 17, Uniqob (Jack Elliott, mgr.)—Bill 18-23: John J. Morton, Ines Macauley tod company, Greet and I'arket. Chas. Lcdegar, tbe Three Ktltoua, and motion pictures. New Palacb Trismus (II. E. Killings, mgr.) —mil week of 18: Gardner Four, LI Huns Thsni. May and Klldlff, Connolly Ulsters, Nadje, and motion pictures. Naw Gband (Wo. Koch, mgr.)—Bill 18-23: Four Oaatrllllana, Davctt and Duval. Al, Law- rence, Keoosb Sisters, ind pictures. Isis, Lvkio, SruifD, Naw Gaisiok, Cbtst**,, ItaotHT, Paixcsaa and amsbioan, pictures only. Manchester, N. U.—Star (B. J. Oaron, mar.) Paraoxmnt pictures, Pabk (P. F. Shea Theatre Co., mgrs.)—City Ecllea Bsrltviuen 18-20. CaowN (Couture Bros., mgn. )•—Feature photo- play production!. AirtnTOBir/u.—Vsodetllle and ptoloplays. Ltbio, Quisx, QLoas, Obanits Sq. and F.u- rise, pictures only. Tns manjfemeot of tbe new theatrs on nan- over fltrsst, sanosoot Mrs. Amelia Ban SoocI* as tbe lucky >onteatant for the told prist. The uoir theatre la to be called the Palace. The Modern Danoes -more than evar make nucea- tary the removing ol objection- able hair by women who take pride In their appearance, X-BAZIN * DEPILATORY POWDER tat data aNdlrr ladles of leflaemsni for tvai73r*Sfs. Il will not bsrmtseten'eitsi skit so! It positivety gaarsntesd kr at. Bold by all Druiitsli and Dsp.ti- Sum Koiessvertwhcia latSOc — or too msy obtain itnetoas aim* pit by lending 10c la titrate. HALL A RUCK£L • IllVtaltstltaSt. rJ.T.Ory