The Billboard 1905-05-06: Vol 17 Iss 18 (1905-05-06)

10 The Billboard The Billboard PUBLISHED WEEKLY AT 4% Elim Gtreet, Cineinnati, O., U. 6.2. Long Distance Telephone Main 2079 R. NEW YORK, CHICAGO, Seite 8, Helland Bldg., | Suite 410, Teutonic Bidg., ' 1440 Broadway. 172 Washiagton St. Tel. 2466—38-st. Tel. Mein 1589. LONDON, ENGLAND 23 Oxendon Street, S. W. Telephone, Garrard Telegrams, Breather Cc. C. BARTRAM, Rep. Address all communications for the editorial or business departments to The Billboard Publishing Co. Subscription, ue a year; 6 mos., $2.00; 3 mos., .00 in advance. No extra charge to foreign subscribers. ADVERTISING RATES. Fifteen cents per line, agate measurement. Whole page, $105; half page, $52.50: quarter page, $26.25. No premium on position. 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The town turned out en masse for the parade, which Was as fine as this city has ever seen, and the big tent was crowded at both performances. This ought to put Cincinnati on Ringling’s regular calling list. It was a case of S. R. O. * * * With the passing of Lent comes a rally in the theatrical business which it is safe to predict will lend vitality to the supplementary season. Though the lenten season did, as it invariably does, decrease the attendance at the places of amusement, yet several new plays were brought forth during that time and their attendance was remarkably good. * = *~ Last week in New York was registered the opening of two new plays, The Proud Laird at the Manhattan and Sergeant Brue at the Knickerbocker. William Faversham opened in a new piece, The Squawman, at Buffalo, and Ralph Stuart in A Courier of Fortune at Ottawa, Quebec, Can. * > = “Franchise stealing and petty grafting on the treasury will not be countenanced” says Barney Link, President of the Associated Billposters. Does this include the “Secondary Franchise” and the bill for the holiday cover of the official organ? oF = _ The Alliance of Billposters and Billers has suffered a severe reverse in their fight against the Billposting-Sign Co., of Philadelphia, an account of the alleged conspiracy to cripple the employes of that concern. Its always best to fight fair. Great preparations are being made by park managers for the coming season of out door amusement. All plans appear to be laid on a grander and more comprehensive scale than ever before. * * “On hand for business” is the laconic message sent by Walter Hill upon assuming charge of The Billboard’s New York office last Monday. Our friends will find him at the old stand, Room 8, Holland Building. ‘Quietly and without ostentation were laid to rest the remains of Joe Jefferson. Thus in keeping with every private act of this distinguished master’s life was the last chapter closed. , BENEFIT FOR ACTORS’ HOME Over two hundred of the most prominent vaudevillians have volunteered to appear at the monster benefit to be given Sunday evening, May 7, at the metropolitan Opera House, New York City, for the Actors’ Home at Staten Island. The program will include many new and original features, and in the first part there will be an olio arranged by the White Rats and in charge of Paul Dressler. Among those who have signified their intention of appearing are Peter F. Dailey, Elsie Janis, Mrs. Yeamans and Jennie Yeamans, George Evans, Cole & Johnson, Lee Harrison, Eugene Cowles, Helen Bertram, Irene Bentley, Eddie Leonard, Emma Francis and Arabian Whirlwinds, George Wilson, Joe Welch, George Thatcher and Miss Williams, Julie Mackey, Cliff Gordon, Empire City Quartette, Leslie and Darley, Julian Eltinge, Carter De Haven Sextette, Harry Gilfoil, Marco Twins, Ziska and King, Five Valdares, Smith and Campbell, George W. Monroe, Dolan and Lenharr, Katie Rooney and Yankee Doodle Girls, Toby Claude, Al. Fieids, Quigley Brothers, Tom Browne and Eva Westcott, Nora Bayes, Marshall P. Wilder, May Belford, Fred Niblo, Ford Sisters and Yorke and Adams. FAVERSHAM IN THE SQUAWMAN Success is written all over William Faversham’s new play, The Squawman, which was given its initial per ‘formance April 24, at the Star Theatre, ‘i Buffalo, N. Y. The following is the cast: Henry Wynnegate, Earl of Kerhill ............ E. J. Ratcliffe Diana, his wife, Countess of Kerhill .......... Selene Johnson Lady Elizabeth Wynnegate, his mother ........ Mrs. H. S. Dellenbaugh Lady Mabel Wynnegate, his sister ............ Helen Macbeth Captain James Wynnegate, afterward Jim Carson, his cousin..... William Faversham Reverend Belachazer Chiswick, his private SOCTOURTY .ncccccccecs Wallace Widdecomb SROOR, DES TUNE cnrcriecccccccacs Walter Griffin Malcombe Petrie, his solicitor ..W. E. Bonney Sir John Applegate, Diana’s cousin.. Cecil Ward The Right Reverend the Bishop of ExGOED io niiccccscesccdistcscvees William Eville Sir Charles Majoribanks, Diana’s father.. <t Wells Edward Nibloe Mrs. Hobart Chichester Chichester-Jones, an American lady ............ Muriel Nelson Jim Carson's cow-punchers— ee Meee, BOPUMANM ccvcscosencdess C. Chappell GREE csedesissdevecnceee Emmet Shackleford ME ane ccs cevbccdusetecueces Martin Henry SED ccats apadseeneptovces Mitchell Lewis Baco White, horse wrangler and interpreter, Siac ban bekidens nitrite thie wsekeoe Himself Tabywana, peace chief of the Utes ...... Theodore Roberts Nat-u-ritch, his daughter ....... Mabel Morrison Little Hal, her son ............. Viola Flugrath Cash Hawkins, rustler and bad man........ W. S. Hart Nick, the barkeeper .......... Frederick Watson MecSorely. engineer Overland Limited... L. Lloyd Parker, Pullman conductor ....... Bruce Fraser PE ckécnenedecvetemecocccovessecel Albert Cowles Dt nia svaseh sageneren ects Samuel Roberts Punk, a Chinaman .............. Joseph Judge Mrs. Hiram Doolittle, from Denver Farms, Sdn CRE SEeRsaSE CA Ese sae oe May Flugrath Harry Redding Bud Hardy, sheriff of Coyote county ...... J. R. Armstrong Walker, Scotland Yard .......... Elton Marks It was a most demonstrative audience that witnessed the premiere. demonstrating the popularity of the actor, the success of the author and the hit of the new play. Edward Milton Royle the author may well feel proud of his success. The Squawman is a four-act comedy drama. Mr. Faversham, of course, has the role of Capt. Jas. Wynnegate, afterward Jim Carston. The scene opens ‘n an English garden where the captain learns of the disgrace of his kinsman the Earl of Kerhill, who has embezzled trust funds and is unable to make them good. Exposure and ruin is threatened. The captain loves the earl’s wife, and to shield him and save her from the consequences of her husband’s crime he assumes the charge and leaves England, a fugitive from justice. The scene then changes to a mining town in Wyoming where Captain Wynnegate is known to his associates as Jim Carston and to whom he is an idol. Later it shifts to Jim’s ranch where the final events take place. Jim has married a squaw, but the story ends with the death of his wife who shoots herself because Jim has announced his intentions of sending their boy to England to be educated in real English fashion. Her simple mind can not fathom the reasons and she sees only the separation which she can not bear. Jim’s cousin, the earl, dies after a confession of his crime and his fortune belongs to Jim for the asking. It is a brilliant and daring play. Mr. Faversham’s part suits him well. His is a strong and manly character, and he presents it in a strong and manly fashion. Mr. Campbell, as Big Bill, made a hit in the part. His makeup was good and he surprised even his friends with his vivid portrayal of the rough western Indian. Selene Johnson was a most attractive countess and Mabel Morrison’s portrayal of Nat-u-ritch, the chief's daughter whom Jim Carston marries, was an excellent piece of character acting. The Squawman is a success. It will in all probability serve as Mr. Faversham’s starring piece next season. There are, of course, a few places which will need revision, but the plot is good. IN MEMORY OF JEFFERSON Burial Services The body of Joseph Jefferson arrived in Buzzard’s Bay, April 29, from Boston, to which city it had been shipped from Florida. It was immediately taken to Crow’s Nest, the Jefferson summer home. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon and the body privately taken to Bay View emetery, Sandwich, Mass., where Mr. Jefferson recently purchased a burial lot. The services were private in accordance with the actor’s wishes, only the immediate members of the family being present. Players’ Club Memorial The officers of the Players’ Club, of which Joseph Jefferson was president, gave a memorial service Sunday at the Little Church Around The Corner in New York City. The services were largely musical. The theatrical profession were generally invited and a large number attended. Services were conducted by Rev. Dr. Houghton. The ushers were selected from the members of the Players. To Erect Monument Richmond, Va., where Joseph Jefferson was long manager of the Marshal! Theatre, and where one of his children died, will erect a monument to his memory. The money will be raised by popular subscription in contributing the price of tickets bought by those who enjoyed his acting. Responses so far have been more numerous than many expected and are coming in daily. The general plan is to erect a bronze statue cast as Rip Van Wingle. Jefferson’s Birthplace The house in which Joe Jefferson was born, at 6th and Spruce streets, Philadelphia, Pa., is to be sold at auction this month. A _ subscription list has been started in that city to buy the house and conver it into a theatrical museum. Tributes The following tributes by well-known professionals have been uttered since the death of that much known and well loved character, Joseph Jefferson: Robert Mantell—Jefferson’s death will be deplored by the whole profession throughout America. For twenty-five years I have known him,‘! and for twenty-five years I have loved and ventrated him. Milward Adams, manager Auditorium Theatre, Chicago—What can you say about a man like that? His career was absolutely unique. There is no one you can compare him with. I knew him for twenty-five years and he was a man of a very lovable nature. He had few if any eccentricities. The facts of his long life are almost as sweet as a Bible story. Viola Allen—The sad news of Mr. Jefferson's death comes as a great shock to me. His loss will be felt keenly by all the players and playgoers, all of whom loved him. The world is loser by a noble artist and a Christian gertlemen. After the last performance in which I appeared with him—it was The Rivals and I had the role of Lydia Languish—he took off the lace fall which he had worn about his neck, with a beautiful pin :a it, and presented them to me as a parting gift. That sweet courtesy was characteristic of his entire life. William A. Brady—He dispensed much money in charities of which the public never heard at all. If acquaintances or friends were in need he was always ready with his pocketbook. Ethel Barrymore—As an actor his name will live as one of the great artists of the American stage—and his character was as noble as his art was perfect. Richard Mansfield—i: i# impossible to pay a fitting tribute to so great an actor and so good a man on the impulse of the moment, and in the first shock of the sad news I can only think how every man, woman and child in this country will miss a dear old friend. John Drew—Mr. Jefferson's death has left a vacancy in the American stage that can never be filled and the entire country mourns his loss, Charles Burnham—lI shall always treasure in memory the charm of his company. No warmer heart or more sincere man ever lived. Danial Frohman—<As the intimate friend of Booth he was deeply interested in the Players’ Club. He was our president, and all its councils were always animated by his sympathy for all measures that concerned the welfare of his brother members, especially the actors. Wilton Lackaye—He had no peer on the English stage. He was as superior in his realm as Coquelin is in France. David Belasco—For the nobility of his character, for the honor and dignity he has bestowed upon the American stage, for the uplifting example of his private and public life, Joseph Jefferson stood alone in his profession. He leaves a place that can never quite be filled. Mrs. Leslie Carter--The American stage has lost its most beautiful character, whose life and achievements should be an inspiration and example for every actor. A. L. Erlanger—I never knew a better or more charitable man. William Gillette—Our loss can not be estimated. E. H. Sothern—He succeeded in a way that he wanted to succeed. That is a great deal. He has been a lovable and much-loved character. Harry J. Powers—lIt is impossible for me to adequately express my sorrow that so splendid a man as Jefferson has gone. I have known him for many years, and for him, both az a man and an actor, I had the deepest respect and esteem. PAULINE SIGHTS ILL Pauline Sights is lying ill at the St. Barnabas hospital, Minneapolis, Minn., where she underwent a very severe operation April 19. This is the third operation n three years that the wellknown actress has been forced to undergo, and it is hoped that this last one will restore her to health once more. Miss Sights is improving nicely and expects to be able to leave her room in a week or so. She will spend par of the summer with Mr. Sights, who goes out with the Bennett Dramatic Co. under canvas, this being his fifth summer with Mr. Bennett. HAVE QUIT SOUTH AMERICA The Three Renos have been forced to discontinue their tour of South America on account of the iliness of Mrs. Dottie Reno. The team will play parks in the middle west as soon as Mrs. Reno has sufficienty recovered. MANAGER TILLOTSON DEAD W. W. Tillotson, one of the most notable figures in Chicago theatrical work, died Saturday, April 22, at the ranch of his son, W. A. Tillotson, near Rifle, Col. Mr. Tillotson is well known to the profession, which he served for years. He was one of the managers of the Dearborn, now the Garrick Theatre, Chicago. Some years ago he exploited Evangeline with great success, and sometime previous to that was connected with the operatic firm of Abbey, Schoeffel & Grau. He became identified with the enterprises of Henry Raeder in Pittsburg eight years ago, and in 1899 took the management of the Dearborn. Among the important productions with which he was connected were The Burgomaster, The Tenderfoot, The Explorers, The Storks and The Forbidden Land. Apoplexy caused the death of Mr. Tillotson. He was sixty years of age and leaves a widow and a son. The burial took place in Colorado. OBITUARY. Hedwig Nieman Raabe, a noted actress, died in Berlin, Germany, April 22. She was more than sixty years of age. Harry S. Hull, of the Carl Claire Band, of Barnum & Bailey’s Show, died of pneumonia in Bellevue hospital, New York, April 20. Wilfred W. Charles, ticket seller of Stones Theatre, Flint, Mich., died April 14. Wm. McOwen, formerly a well-known circus clown, died at his home in Youngstown, Obio, April 20, of pneumonia. nig MARRIAGES. BARRY—SMITH—Chris M. Smith, manager of the Smith Greater Amusement Enterprise, Miss Jessie E. Barry, of Baderville, Ala., April 18. The members of the company presented the couple with a handsome silver service. LeFORT—BLEWITT—Joe LeFort, member of ; A. No. 15, of Houston, Tex., to Miss Emma Blewitt, at Beaumont, Tex., April 19. ‘