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MISS BELLE GOLD
Who Will Be at tbe Head ol Her Own Company
May 27, 1906.
Billboard
K I R K E LaSHELLE
OTIS SKINNER
Already sorrow-ladened with the
news of the sudden death of one of
ler most promising managers, the profession was last week compelled to
witness the passing of another nobleman to the great beyond. The deatn
of Mr. Kirke LaShelle, however, was
to produce. If I had a summer park Mmr. not unexpected, the manager having
K i m i i y would he my si ;m:liir<! at t r.K-l ion. ami been in ill health for the past six
I'd keep her as long as she would stay.
months owing to overwork, and only
recently received injuries which, add-»•<•
Gertrude Haynes has abjured the ed to an already stricken constitution,
Choir Celestial for the summer months, and gave warning to his many friends of
Theatrical Items and Personal Gossip has gone over to the slot machine Industry. he fatality which might occur at any
She has purchased the rights to sell chewing moment.
Heard by Chance Along the Great
Mr. LaShelle's death occurred at his
gum at one cent per chew In all that territory
White Way
in Pennsylvania which lies east of Philadelphia country home at Bellport, L. I., Tueslay.
May 16, whither he had gone for
and includes Atlantic City, N. J. Her uncle
N'EW Y O K K O F M C K O K T l I K K l I . I . I I O A I i l ) .
a much needed rest. While engaged in
owns
an
automatic
amusement
parlor
In
that
Suite 8. Holland l i l . l i r . 1440 Broadway,
City of Perpetual Sleep, and has shown her ivork upon his estate Mr. LaShelle
Decame ill and was forced to his bed.
The grim reaper found another shin- where she can make many hundreds of dollars
A complication of diseases resulted in
ing mark In the theatrical world on Tuesday this summer. It now remains for the slot
Huntlngton, Ind., phlebitis and he gradually grew weaker
morning. May 0. when Ktrke LaShelle died at machines to make good.
jntil the end came, Tuesday. With
his country home In Heliport. L. 1. Only three papers please copy.
lim at the time of his death were his
days hefore his death .Mr. LaShelle had added
wife
and children, physicians, and a
his own condolences to the hundreds of mesTo Clark Ball must be given the number of intimate friends.
sages which came to the bereaved family of palm, for he has discovered, according to his
Kirke LaShelle was born in Wythe late Sam Shubert. Thus within a single own press work, a woman with the form of
week two of the leaders In the younger genera- venus. To quote Mr. Ball: "He has the en- oming, 111., September 23, 1X62, of
Who will probably create next season the
tion of theatrical managers have gone over to dorsement of competent Judges (no names men- French Huguenot parents. After obthe silent majority. Both LaShelle and Shnbert tioned) who say she Is the most perfectly formed :aining a country school education he role of Don Quixote in a new comedy which
Jean Rlchcpin, the French playwright, has nearbegan
life
as
a
printer's
"devil"
in
made all their money and won all of their fame woman before the public." This is Important,
hicago in the early eighties. In a ly completed.
within the past decade. Their deaths may lead if true. Others In the company will be the
to a change in plans for hundreds of profes- Molasses, made famous by Barry Earle. and the short time he was made night foreman
sionals. Or. perhaps, the weeks of the summer Wallace Show; Dell and Fonda, two clever of thei Chicago News composing room. Henry M. Blossom's play, Checkers.
Tiring of city work, young LaShelle In 1903 The Virginian was dramatized
vacation, which shall elapse hefore the regular jugglers who know how to entertain without
went to North Dakota and started a in conjunction with Mr. Wister and
season shall open, may find the affairs of the a net, and others.
paper of his own, but soon returned to produced with much success. Among
Shubert and LaShelle Interests so arranged that
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hicago and was made foreman of the his later ventures are The Education
to all outward Intents and purposes their ten
Victor and his Venetian Band have composing room of the old Chicago of Mr. Pipp, and The Heir to The
years of strenuous endeavor may have been
forgotten save by their most Intimate relatives. finished fifteen weeks at Pabst's Palm Garden Mail. Having always shown a pen- Hoorah.
Mr. LaShelle was married in 1893 to
We microbes on this sad planet so soon forget! and have gone to Cleveland, where they will chant for theatrical work, he asked
spend the summer at White Stone Park. Col. permission to "do the theatres" for Mazle Elizabeth Modine. She and a
John F. Bragg Is manager of this splendid or- the Mail, and upon receiving it wrote son and daughter survive him. He
New York gained another desirable ganization and has a good right to make good dramatic criticisms for that paper as was a member of the Chicago Press
amusement resort when the Alhambra in Har- his name.
well as attending to his work as fore- Club, Chicago Athletic Club, The
lem opened on Monday night, May 8. Likewise
man. He went to the Chicago Times, Lambs, Knickerbocker and Theatrical
-•-•••did the vaudeville fraternity gain another outwhere he did reportorial work, and Business Men's Clubs of New York.
Charles
H.
Prince
has
been
engaged
let for their endeavors and William Morris added
next joined the staff of the Chicago His city home in New York was at
another link to the ehaln of vaudeville theatres for an Important role In When We Were Forty- Evening Post, where he did dramatic 472 West-end avenue.
for which he Is the exclusive booking agent. one, which begins operation on top of the New work and also wrote special matter.
The funeral services were held at
Morris Is fast becoming a giant among his York Theatre Roof within a few weeks. Mr. Including poetry and fiction, for the the country home at Bellport, where
kind. Outside of the corporation booking agen- Prlnee will be the center of considerable inter- editorial page. During these years Mr. Herman J. Ridgeway, the publisher,
cies In New York and Chicago there Is no In- est during the summer, for he hag a large local LaShelle had formed a considerable delivered a short eulogy, and the refollowing.
dividual in America who can give a vaudeville
acquaintance in the theatrical profes- mains were interred in Woodlawn
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act so many consecutive weeks to such excelsion. He was finally persuaded to do Cemetery. Only the relatives of the
There
are
so
very
few
romances
in
lent advantage and with such good salaries
the theatrical profession, 1 crave the indulgence the advance for E. S. Wiilard, but he deceased and a few of his intimate
attending as can William Morris.
friends were present.
of both editor and reader to Inject here the desired to go in for himself.
The results of his first undertaking
Confidence in his own ability was
edifying report, verbatim, which the press agent
This same Morris should serve as an of the Savage industries sent to this office. It were not encouraging. In conjunction the marked characteristic of the dewith
Mr.
Geo.
W.
Lederer
he
produced
ceased manager and playwright. He
fine.
i
inspiration for the strnggler. When (Jeo. Llman reads mighty
died Morris was his head clerk. Llman had
"Raymond Hitchcock, of the successful musi- a comedy in which Charles Dickson never foresaw failure and he could not
was
starred,
and
the
following
seaexcuse it in others. Many of his prosained quite a good business, but Morris had cal comedy. The Yankee Consul, and Miss
helped him bnlld it up. and when the head of Flora Zabelle, the Bonlta of the same organi- son found him engaged In the manage- ductions proved anything but a sucment
of
the
Bostonians.
It
was
in
1891
cess
upon their first presentation, but
the house died, Morris proposed to Mrs. Llman zation, were quietly married last week In St.
that he be given a share in the business In Louis. The marriage Is the culmination of a that Mr. LaShelle discovered in Frank he so marshalled his forces and built
return for his services In continuing the offic». ImiK romance that had Its inception during Daniels what he considered ability for up his plays that not one of them will
In conjunction be recorded as a failure. His business
But Mrs. Llman could nnt see things In the Hitchcock's tour in King Dodo several seaong a comic opera star.
same light. She made a very munificent offer go. Miss Zalicllc was in the cast and an at- with Mr. Arthur F. Clarke he obtained methods were those of the most carethe
rights
of
the
Wizard
of The Nile, ful, economical merchant. He so comof some few dollars a week If Morris would tachment at once sprang up between the comecontinue. The turning point came rlgnt there. dian and his talented leading woman. Much contracted with Mr. Daniels, and in a bined business instinct and artistic
Morris cut loose, hired a small room, sent out romance Is attached to the marriage, for until single season made a -IUD which temperament that he established hima few telegrams, and within ten days was last week the happy day had not been set. placed him high In matters theatrical self as a manager who had never been
carrying all of the Llman business upon his True, they had been engaged for many moons, and fully determined his future ca- excelled. He had' the knack of choosown books. The Llman agency was soon no but at the solicitation of the acting manager of reer. Mr. Daniels remained under his ing plays. Once decided that a, play
more. Morris stuck to his last, and prospered the Yankee Consul Co., the nuptials were management eight years, appearing in had artistic worth he brought out that
betimes. He weathered the White Rat labor postponed from time to time and at the man- The Idol's Eye, The Ameer, and Miss worth in spite of difficulties that would
difficulties: he gained the lasting good will of ager's solicitation. Mr. Hitchcock and Miss Za- Simplicity. Mr. LaShelle did his first have weakened many a manager. Mr.
Percy Williams and Poll; he prospered, and Is bella both agreed to postpone the event until work as librettist when In collaboration LaShelle was easy of approach, was
still prospering, and there Is a reason for all the close of the present season. Ml*s Zabelle's with Frederick Ranken he wrote the generous, and loved the good and the
this. Morris is on the level. Today he Is father, who is a minister, visited his daughter book of The Ameer. Shortly after- bright things of life. He was sympahooking for over forty places of vaudeville in St. Lonls. and the comedian thought that it ward he moved to New York and wrote thetic, yet assertive and aggressive.
he conceded nothing
entertainment. That's the answer.
would be a propitious time fo have the marriage a three-act opera which became pop- Courageous,
take place, with the divine In the dual role of ular as Princess Chic, which opens its through fear. Mr. LaShelle was well
eighth season next fall.
liked and highly honored by members
In Old Heidelberg the roles of Lutz. minister and father-in-law. He communc^ted
Much of Mr. LnShelle's fame wi'l of the profession. He leaves a host of
Kellerman and Dr. Juttner were never Intended his thoughts to Miss Zanelle, and upon receiving rest upon his production of Arizona friends to mourn his loss.
to predominate the piece, but In the Proctor a blushing aequlscenee, the nuptials were cele- in conjunction with Mr. Hamlin. This
Stock Co. presentation of Mansfield's great brated In the parlors of the Planters' Hotel. piece had been refused by a number of
success, Chag. Arthur, Paul Scott and Gerald After the performance the members of the Broadway managers, but LaShelle & TALE OF THE CHARACTER MAN
Grlffln made these characters the only note- Yankee Consul gathered on the stage and pelted Hamlin made a fortune out of it. Mr.
The following verses were composed
worthy features. The production Itself, as to the conple with old shoes and rice. The oc. James H. Stoddart has been on tour
scenery, lights and effects, was right up to the caslon was a most happy one and terminated for the past five seasons in The Bon- by Mr. Chas. Kennedy, a member of
the
Frank Wallace Stock Co., at
Proctor standard—which means careful atten- with a dinner party, at which Alfred G. Rohyi, nie Briar Bush, a tour in which Mr.
tion to detail wllh the best results always at- composer of the Yankee Consul, was the host. LaShelle took the greatest interest. Staub's Theatre, Knoxville, Tenn. Mr.
tained. The Fifty-eighth Street Theatre wai Mr. and Mrs. Hitchcock will spend their honey- Three years ago Mr. LaShelle produced Kennedy is the author of a number of
well filled the night I attended
Old Heldel- moon In Rostou. where the Yankee Consul Is at the Madison Square Theatr» an- poetical effusions, but this is considered his best:
herg. and the audience was enthusiastic in booked."
other play by Augustus Thomas which
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Its approval of mnch that was brought forward.
"Thank God I'm not a leading man,
a
number
of
managers
had
refused.
To worry, fume and fret.
From Henrv W. Savag° also comes This was The Earl of Pawtucket. in
Because thet audience closely scan
this gem: The discussion was about the writing
Over
at
Proctor's
Twenty-third of librettos. After listening to a good many which Lawrence O'Dorsey, who had
The peroxide brunette;
And do not see
Street the women of the twlce-a-day audience remarks touching the essentials of a good previously held only ordinary promiOr
look at me
are going Just naturally ecstatic over Mme.
nence, won his first laurels as a charcomic opera book. Harry Rulger, of Woodland
In the best part I've had yet.
Emmy and her gowns and doss. The dogs are fame, cut In with—The librettists should not acter comedian. Mr. LaShelle accepted
Thank God, I'm not a leading man.
always the same, but the gowns vary with ever> forget that Joe Miller Is pood authority to con- this play from Thomas on condition
Last week he near fell flat:
show. Mme. Emmy is the best representative
that he could find a theatre for its
sult yet. "To consult yet" listens to me
He had to buy a new dress suit
of European completeness In vaudeville that I
production. One morning he leirned
From stockings to cravat:
like pretzel talk.
have chanced to see—and "European completethat Elizabeth Tyree. who had leaded
And little me
Wore livery;
ness" means much. It means a stage setting of
the Madison Square Theitre. was deAnd the management found that.
Broadway is now alive with profes- sirous of yielding up the hou«e. Arsplendor, costuming elaborate and a deftness
of finish which no American vaudeville act sionals who have spent a long and successful rangements were made with MK-s TyThank God, I'm not a leading man.
One day he had a fit.
seems able to copy. As for the docs, they work season with Manager So-and-so. Tbe> -vere ree over the telephone, and by n^on
He had to study ninety sides,
with the perfection of clock work: never miss the hit of the piece. They received whole Mr. LaShelle had eneaged his comrany.
While I had but a bit;
a trick, and to my mind present above all other pages of press notices. But they didn't save Ten days later The Earl of Piwtucket
The papers they
dog acts the most attractive and engaging a cent of money. Hands on your pocket hoiks was produced. It was in this same
Came out next day,
WALTER K. HILL.
And said I made a hit."
specialty dumb animals have ever been known
season that Mr. LaShelle produced
DRAMATIC
VAUDEVILLE
MUSIC
MINSTREL
BURLESQUE
OPERA
1
Tire
Billboard
Foundry Works, Chicago, where the cone machines are made, and were much pleased with
the product and demonstrations. There is no
doubt in our opinion that the crisp cone will
be one of those substantial novelties, and
Things Theatrical North and West through the enterprise of Emery & Tarbell, the
from a Chicago Point of View.
rage at St. Louis will soon be the acme of
speedy sellers everywhere.
C n AT
CHICAGO OFFICE OF THE HIM.BOAHD.
Suite 61 Grand Opera House Bldg.,
87 S. Clark St.
According to one of the morning
Flo Adler is meeting with tremendous success over the Kohl & Castle Circuit. She
Is featuring her coon song hit, Jolly Me Along,
and receiving six or eight encores at every
performance. Her extensive repertoire also includes Generleve. It goes big and is one of
the most successful songs she has ever Introduced. Miss Phylls Allen Is also making a hit
with Geuevleve.
dallies. Mr. Thompson, of the amusement flrm of
Thompson & Pumly at Coney Island and NewYork Clt.v. will come here this week to select a
site for a Chicago hippodrome. On the night of
the opening of the New York Hippodrome John
W. Gates, H. S. Black, and others of the group
of capitalists associated with Thompson & Dundy
In building the hippodrome, told the managers
Professional people, old and new,
they could have anything they wanted. It Is will be glad to learn that Will Rosslter has
fairly certain, therefore, that Frederic Thomp- opened professional song headquarters at 59
son's plan for a chain of hippodromes In the Dearborn street, Chicago. Geo. L. Spauldlng.
large cities of the country will go through.
whom nil professionals know as a man of long
"What do you fellows need In the way of experience, is in charge, while Wesley Hamilton,
money? Haven't we got enough? We'll de- author of Banana Mnn. is tearing off a few
clare you In," John W. Gates said. Plans have rags for his friends, and Bert Morphy, the man
been partly perfected already for a hippodrome "who sings to beat the band," is doing misIn Chicago, with rouTn on the stage (or four sionary work. It looks as though there were
hundred people and with a seating, capacity of three or four song hits already from the way
more than 3.000. All the New York Hippodrome performers are going after them. Take Me to
productions will be presented here with the St. Joe. Joe Is already a local hit, while May,
New York scenery, costumes, and casts. Thomp- May, May, Farewell My Anabelle and I'm
son & Dundy have estimated that this will IVellng Fine, Hamilton's latest coon song, are
practically eliminate the cost of production from bound to1 be "it." Their instrumental numbers
the expense list of the Chicago house.
that will be featured this summer by Thomas
An idea of the attractiveness of the hippo- Preston Brooke and other big bands are Osceola.
drome plan to Mr. Gates and the other capital- Buffalo Rag, Silence and Fun, Trailing the
ists, as an Investment, may be gained from the Trail, Midnight Prowlers, Ginger Snaps and
fact that the weekly receipts of the New York Buttercups and Daises. Taken all In all. Will
Hippodrome since Its opening have been from Rosslter has a red-hot bunch of stuff, and we
$41,000 to $45.000. and the cost of maintaining predict he will have several big winners In the
the place about $2.400 a week.
Although very near future.
neither Thompson nor Dundy pretend to believe
the business will keep up at such a rate all
Chris. O. Brown announces the folsummer, they say the advance sales for June, lowing bookings from the Chicago office of the
which opened on Friday, 12, have already Affiliated Western Theatre Circuit: Opening at
brought over $10.000 Into the box office.
Fischer's Theatre, San Frnacisco, Monday, 22,
Mr. Thompson will sail for Europe In three Mrf'ormick and Barrows, comedy sketch; Richweeks to look up more ideas for next year's ard Henry Miller, mimic; At Butte, Mont.,
hippodrome program. He says the Chicago hip- Family Theatre, Dida Lonnborg and Russell
podrome will be rushed to completion as fast
and O'Nell.
as the New York building was, which started
a year ago. The Chicago enterprise will call
The W. C. Polla Co. have just pubfor nn investment of at least $1,250.000. AD
option on three sites has already been secured. lished a great Instrumental number by Albert
Gumble, entitled Water Colors. It is being
»•••arranged for both band and orchestra and is
Chicago people are Interested In the a sure hit. George W. Day and James Watson
coming of John C. Weber and his celebrated Scott have Just completed a new cake-walk
hand, which opens the Coliseum Gardens' season song, entitled When The Colored Congregaton's
Saturday night. May 27. The band has never On Parade, which bids fair to be a big success,
been heard in concert here, but Its good reputa- Judging from the way a few of the headllners
tion has preceded it. Mr. Weber has a good have taken hold of It. The Polla Co. will use
chance to distinguish himself in this city, this song as one of their big numbers for
where the people are very fond of military band burlesque shows this summer. This house has
music. He will have opposition with T. P. another new song and dance number, which Is
Brooke, who will play In a concert hall of his sure to find favor with professionals, Foolish
own. It is likely that the best band will win LIzz; words by the clever comedian, Frank
out with the Chicago public. However, we are Flnney, and music by Harry Alford, well known
music lovers, and both organizations will get as a prominent arranger and for a long time
their respective share of public patronage. connected with Howley, Dresser & Co.
Weber's band will be represented on his tour
this season by S. F. Cary, an old Cincinnati
Max Rosenberg, who so successfully
newspaper man, who Is taking a summer vacation and will return to his duties on the En- managed the Ludlow Lagoon and'the Fall Festival
production of Marco Polo at the Zoo In
quirer the latter part of August. Cary Is doing
Cincinnati, is making his headquarters in Chisome tall hustling here and has already put
himself and his attraction In excellent standing cago and was a welcome caller Wednesday, 17.
with the newspapers of Chicago. If Weber
sustains his fame in this city he will make a
Mr. Cohan, president of the Consolinice bunch of money.
dated Amusement Co., the past week added another new theatre to his chain of vaudeville
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The largely increased demand for ice houses, having secured a long lease on the
•ream, based upon enormous and growing sales, Family Theatre at Butte, Mont. This makes
'idicatrs that this article Is more than ever the twelve houses In all controlled by the Napoleon
iiopular American favorite.
The ice cream of vaudeville In the northwest. All theatres
trade In many cities mounts up to many mil- on the Affiliated Circuit report tremendous busilions of dollars. The Polar King of all con- ness. Tburston, the magician, duplicated last
fections finds a place on the menu In winter week his San Francisco success at the Novelty
Theatre, Stockton.
as well as in summer.
An idea had Its origin last summer which bids
fair to work an Innovation In the disposition of
George Cohan and Little Johnny
ice cream to outside crowds. The Ice Cream Jones will reach the Illinois again. May 2ft.
Crisp Cone had its inception at the St. Louis and will stay at least a month. After their
Exposition. Every manner of device which the departure It is probable that Will J. Davis will
mind of man could work out was Imported from present The Chaffeurs, a Davenport, la., effort
various parts of the globe to Tie one with the at comic opera, written by Wallace Moody and
other on the *'Highway of Nations." It was Mrs. Walter Farren, both of that city. In
here that the cone made a hit and a record as case Little Johnny Jones resumes the gait It
the greatest come-back seller and moneymaker had when It left the Illinois a month or so ago.
at the Exposition. Delightful fairy wafers are Mr. Cohan may be persuaded to remain In Chirolled Into delectable crisp cones. These are cago all summer.
filled with ice cream and are eaten as one
strolls along a Bonne Bouche. The frozen deliAuthor-Actor Will T. Hodge, the Mr.
cacy is a surprise to the palate and coollngly
dissolves upon the tongue. No dishes, no nap- Stubblns of Mrs. Wlggs of The Cabbage Patch,
has
begun rehearsals at the Grand for his new
kins, no spoons, no refuse, no dripping of
cream; and as no grease is used in the formulas play, Eighteen Miles From Home, which is to be
there Is no soiling of the daintiest glove or gown. produced at Rochester, N. Y., June 6. The
The purity and wholesomeness of the cone stellar part is that of a young barrel-maker with
stage aspirations, and the play is of the type
recommends it.
The device is surely a solution of the problem written by James A. Herne, Mr. Hodge's theatriof distributing lee cream to crowds in the open, cal deity. Eighteen Miles From Home will be
at resorts, amusement parks, assemblies, pic- played only one week this season.
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nics, carnivals, street and county fairs, baseball games and at soda founts.
Thomas Preston Brooke and his ChiWe had the pleasure last week of visiting cago Marine Band will open the new Brooke's
the establishment of the Emerey & Tarbell Casino. Wabash avenue and Peck court, on
Monday night. May 29. The Casino will be
the permanent borne of the band, and it is Mr.
Brooke's Intention to give concerts every night
for five months In the year. During the winter
months the building will be devoted to entertainments of various kinds, such as flower shows,
balls and concerts.
The coming season will
mark the eleventh in the history of the Chicago Marine Band's activity. For the last six
years Mr. Brooke has taken his organization on
concert tours every winter, having made seventeen semi-annual tours.
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The big and attractve North-side
Amusement Park, Rlverview, will be ready
for the opening of Its second season Saturday,
27. Many new attractions have been located
"Along the Pike," and the general scheme of
graveled promenades, mounds and beds of
flowers and patches of greensward, will add to
the already alluring natural attractions. Kappelmelster Herold will open the season with his
band of fifty-two pieces, including a number of
celebrated soloists. Herr Herold has long been
known as one of the most gifted and versatile
bandmasters In thQ German army service. Another feature that will probably meet favor is
a new and thoroughly equipped restaurant.
The Paraders is to be the opening
attraction at Sans Soucl Park Theatre, beginning Saturday, May 27. This tuneful little
operetta was well received at the LaSalle.
where It was first produced, and has been entirely rewritten to fit Its new environment.
May 29 will see the opening of the
new north shore resort, Ravlna Park and
Theatre. The first three weeks of the theatre
will be devoted to high-class vaudeville. Walter
Damrosch and his New York Symphony Orchestra will begin an engagement June 17.
Damrosch concerts will be given every afternoon and evening. Two sacred concerts each
Sunday will be one of the features of the
Damrosch season. Besides Its theatre, casino,
stadium, etc., Ravlna Park has Installed a
bandstand, where out-of-door concerts will be
given.
Frank R. Tate was in Chicago for a
day or two last week with headquarters at the
Great Northern Hotel.
Mr. Edward C. Boyce, the wellknown architect of New York, has made White
City the most beautiful amusement park In
the United States. Mr. Boyce has probably
designed more similar enterprises than any other
architect In the country, having drawn the plans
for Luna Park and Dreamland, two of the best
known pleasure resorts on this side of the
water. When White City opens. Saturday, 27,
Chicagoans will appreciate the great work that
Mr. Boyce has done for the amusement loving
pubic of the west.
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Marvelous Pascatel and Madge P.
Maltland are meeting with deserved success on
Jake Rosenthal's circuit of houses.
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The College Widow, which has closed
a remarkable run in New York, will begin It«
engagement fn Chicago at the Studebaker,
Aug. 1.
An effort is being made to reopen
the Masonic Temple Roof Theatre, conducted
successfully for several seasons by J. J. Murdock and closed by prohibitive amendments to
the building laws.
Sidney J. Euson, who has been in
charge of the Sam T. Jack Theatre, Chicago,
since the death of Mr. Jack, operating the house
for Mrs. Jack until its close May 1, Is contemplating taking a trip to Europe for the summer months.
'
W. R. Reynolds, manager of Lake
Michigan Park, Muskegon, Mich., transacted
business in Chicago last weCK and favored us
with a call Thursday, 18. Lake Michigan Park
will open Sunday, June 4. Mr. Reynolds has
made a number of Improvements and anticipates a successful season. This will make the
sixth year of Mr. Reynolds' management of this
popular Michigan resort.
By the indisposition of Lionel Barrymore and the consequent cancellation of the
summer engagement of The Other Girl, it is
more than probable that The Isle of Bong Bong
will be the summer attraction at Powers' Theatre. As the building laws permit Powers' to
have movable scenery, a new equipment will be
provided and the company materially enlarged.
Bong Bong is the most successful of the LaSalle's many successes, and. although it has
been played nearly one hundred times, it continues to fill the little theatre at every performance.
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Mabel Harrison, who has been the
star attraction with Babes In Toyland the past
season, has been added to ine list of notables
for The Land of Nod production which will
Inaugurate the change of policy at the Chicago
Opera House. The cast now Include* William
Norrls, Velere Bergere, Mabel Barrison. Herbert
Cnwthorne. Knox Wilson, Alma Youlln. May
DeSousa, Walter Stanton, Bert Young, George
Fox, Alice Dovey. Tom Armstrong. Callle
Mason, Fred. Ray, Juliet Wood. Ella Vern, and
the famous Madcap ballet. Gus. Solilke will
stage the production, which Is a mu-lcal fantasy
by Will Hough. Frank R. Adams and Joe Howard, authors of His Ugliness The Bey and The
Isle of Bong Bong.
-•••-•We are informed that a new circus
factor will make its appearance Monday. May
28, in the Bodkin Brothers' Shows, which will
open on Chicago lots for the summer season
prior to going on the road. The Big Otto
Trained Animal Co., of Milwaukee, will furnlsli
a number of trained animal acts and some dens
for the menagerie. From what we can glean
the Bodkin Brothers' Shows will be handsomely
equipped throughout all of the different departments.
Piff, Paff, Pouf, the big musical show
that was first started more than a year ago at
the New York Casino by F. C. Whitney, and
ran there for more than eight months to exceptionally big business, seems in a fair way
to repeat Its success at the Garrick where It
will enter upon Its fourth week Sunday, 21.
The entertainment is kaleidoscopic, musical,'
bright, lively and calculated to dispel the blues.
The original English pony ballet seems to be the
pre-eminent sensation of the piece, and their
work Is artistic and new.
A Hungarian orchestra is giving
concerts every night at the Blstnark Garden, Inthe shelter hall. In the meantime preparations
are being made for the regular opening of the
outdoor season, June 10, by Bunge's Orchestra.
The Woggle Bug and Piff, Pafft Pouf
are at war at the Garrlck over the tenancy
of that theatre during the summer months.
Mr. Raeder and his associates claim the existence of a contract giving them the right to
the house after June 6. and Mr. Whitney ana
the pony ballet assert that their agreement with
the theatre's management permits them to play
as long as they draw big audiences, which they
are doing at every performance witli prospects
of continuing to do so for weeks to come. La"*t
week Mr. Raeder captured Fred. Mace, Mr.
Whitney's leading cmedlan. and Denman Malcy
of the cast of Kafoozelum has been engaged
to take the place In Piff, Paff, Pouf, to be left
vacant by Fred. Mace when he Joins the Woggle
Bug cast.
WARREN A. PATRICK.
GETS JURY OF FATE
The Shubert Brothers have secured
the English and American rights to
Jury of Fate, Mr. C. M. S. McLellan's
latest dramatic work. A number of
managers seemed eager to secure the
rights to this piece, which Mr. McLellan thinks his strongest production.
The play tells the story of a man who
has lived a double life, but who begs
for another chance when his time
comes to die. He is given the chance,
but instead of the promised reform
he lives a sextuple life The play wilt
be given its first presentation in New
York.
MISS BELLE GOLD
(See First Page.)
On the front page of this week's ip/ue of
The Billboard Is an excellent likeness of Mts»
lielle Cold, one of the best known and most
clever and attractive soubrettes In this country.
Having just closed her season as principal come
dlenne with Hanlons' Superba, Miss Gold is tin
recipient of many flattering offers for her clever
character work and specialties. Her plans for
lext season are Indefinite at present, though
she Is considering offers to head her Iwn com
[»any or she may appear In a new musical
?omedy. She is sure to be a success and
has the good wishes of her many friends throughout the United States
Tl\c: B i l l b o a r d
London Playhouses and Attractions—
Successful American Artists, and
Bits of Gossip from the Summer Playhouses.
OFFICE OF THE BILLBOARD,
23 OXBNDON ST., PICCADILLY CIRCUS,
LONDON, ?. W.
The revival of Lord Tennyson's poetical Becket, by Sir Henry Irving, at Drury
Lane on Saturday, proved an event never to be
forgotten by the audience which filled every
Inch of the theatre. It was not the play but
the player—and the audience. A lesson to the
cynic who claims all sentiment and emotion
dead. A wonderful scene, exciting. Inspiring,
unforgetable. Old memories clashed with new
Impressions; the triumphs of the past came to
gild the successes of the present. In many of
Its features the scene on Saturday night was
like those old spectacles which used to be
enacted In the Lyceum, when Sir Henry produced Faust, or made his first appearance as
Shylock. There was the same wild enthusiasm;
the same extraordinary unanimity between
stalls, pit and gallery; the same tribute of a
personal regard laid at the feet of a man who
had done so much to raise the condition of the
drama. Bnt on Saturday night the excitement
was almost keener, the enthusiasm possessed
a deeper note of absolute affection. No one
could mistake the meaning of so extraordinary
an ovation. Doubtless there was the feeling
that Sir Henry Irving had for some time been
an absentee from metropolitan boards. There
was also the consciousness that he had lately
been a sufferer; the recollection that daily
bulletins of his health had been perused with
anxious eyes. Bnt whatever explanation we masgive, the fact remains that the welcome accorded to Sir Henry Irving at Drury Lane was
something the like of which has never been before. How the audience took to the play we
will better know as the present four weeks'
season progresses. On Saturday night the audience were too busy giving Irving a royal welcome to think much about Becket.
Irvlng's Becket was, perhaps, not the stalwart warrior Archbishop of history. The actIng of the other characters, the scenery, the
staging, aJl excellent, were but still life In a
picture where only Irving and the audience
lived. Details we may study at our leisure.
The revival of Becket was especially remarkable for two great features; one was the
commanding figure of Sir Henry Irving himself,
while the other was the extraordinary personal
feeling which animated the audience toward
the principal actor. Of this a touching Illustration was to be found in the last scene o» all in
this eventful history. Of course, the house
would not disperse without a few words from
the man whom they had come to acclaim. In
a voice which bore obvious traces of the deep
emotion with which he spoke, Sir Henry thanked
his listeners for the exceeding warmth of their
welcome. "Only my blood speaks to you In my
veins," was the Bassanlc phrase which he used
with telling effect, and added that assurance
with which he Is wont to conclude these graceful little speeches of his before the curtain,
"I am your faithful, devoted, and loving servant." Every Incident of a memorable evenlue
bore significant witness to that personal striking ascendency which Sir Henry Irving has
always exercised over the hearts of his ad
mlrers.
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The Little Mlchus, produced at
Daly's on Saturday, met with a favorable re
ception—of which more later.
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The Messrs. Shubert announce the
formal opening of their new Waldorf Theatre
In Aldwych on Monday evening, May 22, when
Mr. Henry Russell will Inaugurate a season of
grand opera at moderate prices, alternating with
performances of standard drama by Madame
Elenore Duse.
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John Chllcote, M. P., Is better as a
novel than as a stage production.
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Leah Kleschna, produced at the New
Theatre, Tuesday, was exceptionally well re
ceived.
Over two thousand fairs are scheduled for May, and though the weather Is still
sharp, continued sunshine has hatched out a
ew straw hats—and that Is promising for the
outdoor men.
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Several of the showmen's organizalons have held meetings this last week. The
3ritlsh Roundabout Proprietors and Showmen's
Union met at the Black Lion Hotel, Salford, on
Tuesday. The United Kingdom Vandwellere'
Association held a meeting on Sunday last In
Wm. Taylor's picture show at Wanstead Flats.
Mr. Watson Wright and the Rev. T. Home
vere In attendance.
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After concluding a short but highly
uccessful tour In England and on the Continent, Chlng Ling Foo is on hi» waj to China.
Mr. Leon Mooser having failed to secure the
necessary permission to enter the United States
w i t h tlie troupe. It Is doubtful whether this act
wedding last week and were presented on behalf of the artists and townspeople with a
service of silver plate, valued at £225.
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Every boat from America now brings
several American acts to us. At the Empire
last Monday Bailey and Madison received a
flattering reception.
O'Rourke and Burnett
failed to put in their appearanc« for some reason as yet unexplained. The Manhattan Comedy
Four, who had just arrived from the Continent,
were hastily summoned but were prevented from
appearing by Mr. Stoll, with whom they are
engaged later. Leona Tburber and her two
Dutch coons was another turn new to London.
A point of law of the greatest interest to artists was decided by Judge Shand !n
the Liverpool County Court on Tuesday. Mr.
Patrick Collins, the late proprietor of Collins'
Hippodrome, Stoke-en-Trent, in January lust
WINNINGER BROTHERS
A
SINGER AND
A SONG
Few singers of our day become so
ndelibly dentifled with a popular song
as was the case with the late Jessie
Bartlett-Davis in Reginald DeKoven's
Oh, Promise Me. It Is the song of all
others by which the memory of this
splendid singer will be kept green.
Many singers have added it to their
repertoire with great or less success,
but none of them has succeeded in
singng it with the pathos and feeling
which Mrs. Davis brought to her rendering. Contrary to the general impression, Oh, Promise Me was not in
:he orginal score of Robin Hood, and
when subsequently it was inserted,
the song was a tenor solo, intended to
be sung by Mr. Tom Karl. The song
n that setting was not successful, and
ust as they were about to abandon it
Mrs. Davis, who was bitterly bemoanng the fact that her own number was
not stronger, suggested that they
should change the key and see what
ler contralto notes could do for Oh,
Promise Me. The experiment was an
enormous success, and Oh, Promise
Me from that time on enjoyed a vogue
which has not been equaled by any
sentimental ballad since the days of
In The Gloaming.
EVA TANGUAY FOR VAUDEVILLE
Manager M* S. Bentham is booking
Miss Eva Tanguay in vaudeville, the
actress H is said having prepared a
condensed version of The Sambo Girl
for the vaudeville stage. Her starring
ehicle has been cut to a twenty-five
m i n u t e act, which will require special
scenery and the servce of three men
who will appear in minor roles. It is
understood that Miss Tanguay has delared off her starring tour for next
season in a musical comedy, she favoring the more remunerative two-aday system. Her first appearance in
vaudeville will probably take place
next month, very likely at the Garrick
Theatre, Wilmington, Del.
STOLL PROMISES ONE
Mr. Oswald Stoll, the well-known
English vaudeville manager, is out
with the announcement that he intends
to open a vaudeville house in New
York to be conducted along the lines of
the English music hall. Mr. Stoll owns
about half the houses in England, and
is many times over a millionaire. It
Is evident that he won't open the New
York house because he needs the
money. Probably the manager desires
to show us 'ow its done in Hengland.
RELIEF FUND
Above appear the Wlnnlnger Brothers, accomplished musicians, who have had a varied
theatrical career.
-Beginning their appearance as a family orchestra under the direction of
their father, the boys gradually drifted into vaudeville.
While managing the Vaudeville Theatre at Wausau, Wls., the Wlnnlnger Brothers went on themselves in ease of disappointment or
cancellation.
Several years ago they drifted Into the circus business, milking two and threeweek stands in Wisconsin and Michigan. For the past three years, however, they have been
at the head of their own dramatic company, playing the best time In the west.
From all
reports they must be delivering the gooils, as business with them has been phenomenally good.
Besides playing the principal parts these brothers manage their company as follows: Frank
Is manager, John is treasurer, Charles has the stage, Adolf the hand, and Joe the orchestra.
will again be seen by western audiences. Mr.
Mooser has already secured another Chinese
troupe which Is now appearing at the Liege
exhibition.
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Bostock and Wombell's Circus and
Menagerie Is touring South Africa. The Frantz
Family of acrobats, the Zaracs, the Ladderltes,
Rosa Montero, Ernest Family, the Remmlngtons and Hlnton and Wooton are with the show
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The success of successes of the seaon's end, has crowded Mr. Charles Frohman's
The original Bicycle Polo Team are
experiment of flying trips across the Atlantic hack again, and with their act well staged and
for short seasons. Mr. Wm. Collier and com well worked are proving as popular as when
pany scored one of the most delightful sue they first appeared at the Empire many years
cesses last night that has ever been my lot to ago. At the Hippodrome Morton and Elliott,
witness. Four weeks will be all too short a the Pantzer Brothers, the American Boys In
season for The Dictator in London. Such a Blue and Lulgl del Ora still figure prominently
dictator we oouM stand for a year.
on the current bill, and Everhart, who returned
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on Monday with two asslsUants (who can also
The sixth "first night" since my last juggle some), re-rolled Into public favor at
letter was Miss Wlngrove, at the Strand. A once.
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musical comedy with a plot which Is a decldec
novelty for a Strand musical comedy, developMr. and Mrs. Geo. Gilbert, of the
ing several fairly fresh situations.
Yarmouth Hippodrome, celebrated their silver
engaged a troupe of performers at a salary of
£20. The contract was only to be canceled in
the event of the Hippodrome closing "from any
cause whatever." when all salaries would cease.
Mr. Collins' Interest In the Hippodrome was
transferred to Mr. T. Allen F.dwnrds of Sheffield n few months later, and Mr. Collins contended that the Hippodrome was thereby closed
as far as he was concerned and the contract in
question canceled. The manager of the troupe
of artists In question sued for £20 as damages
for breach of contract, but Judge Shand decided
that Mr. Collins' contention was admissible and
gave Judgment In his favor.
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Another cade involving the same defendant came before Judge Woodfall, at Westminster County Court, London, on Wednesday.
It appeared that Miss Larette signed a contract
with Mr. Collins to appear at a salary of £15
per week. The agreement provided that In the
case of the closing of the theatre an advertisement In the Era, published twice before the
event, should be held to cancel all engagements.
Shortly before the plaintiff was to commence,
Mr. Collins sold all bis Interests In the estab-
Harry West, a performer, is serving
a twenty year sentence in the Illinois
State Prison for a crime of which he
claims he is not guilty, having been
unfairly convicted. The Billboard is
holding a, fund for his relief.
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| 1 00
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llshment to Mr. T. A. Edwards, who repudiated
the agreement made by Miss Larette with Mr.
Collins. The lady accordingly sued the latter
for the recovery of a week's salary, or. In the
alternative, damages for breach of contract. For
her it was contended that the hall had not been
closed In the sense of the clause In the contract; that the performance there under botu
the new and the old management was a
continuing one, and that the advertisements In
the Era, although announcing the change, made
no mention of closing; while the defense maintained that the very fact of the alteration In
proprietorship brought about a "closing," and
that the notice by advertisement was accordingly valid. It was mentioned that on the previous
day Judge Shand at the Liverpool County Court
in a case against the same defendant under
precisely similar circumstances, had given a decision in his favor on that point. Judge Woodfall held that In spite of his learned colleague's
view, the plaintiff was entitled to recover, as
he considered there had been no "closing" of
the hall under the terms of the contract, as
the performances were continued under practically the same conditions by the new management. Only one notice In the Era had really
been given before the change, and this contained
no specific announcement that the hall was to
be closed by Mr.Colllns. Under all the circumstances he decided that Miss Larette was
entitled to damages for breach of contract and
awarded her £11-11 and costs.
C. C. BAETRAM.
Xlie Billboard
of New York, for the season of 1905-06. Mr.
Bennett's Dramatic Exchange of
O. A. Burt of New York City is booking the Chicago has recently placed Ivan The Terrible,
show in the leading melodrama houses. Mr. The Holy City and Thelma with the ThanThere is promise of a new combina- Morris M. Jacobs is business manager.
louser Stock Co., Milwaukee; Ivan The Terrible
tion to enter the vaudeville field In the Just a Day Dream is a new piece by with the Majestic Theatre Stock Co., San FranPaul
Armstrong,
author
of
The
Heir
to
The
cisco,
and in stock at Oakland for H. W. Bishop;
northwest. Messrs Keating & Flood Hoorah. William Farnum is slated for the A Royal
Slave with the Ferris Stock Co., Minneof Portland and Alexander Pantage of leading role. Mr. Armstrong Is also to write apolis; The
Holy City with the Grand Opera
Seattle, controlling two houses in the a new piece. In the title role of which Arthur louse Stock Co., Pittsburg, and with the Woodward Stock Co., Kansas City; The Crust of
former and one in the latter city, are Byron will go starring next season.
with the Imperial Stock Co.. St. Louis;
said to be the founders of this new cirA company of well known actors Society
Golden Giant Mine with the Seattle Theacuit which they expect to enlarge and will open at the Chicago Opera House next The
:re
Stock
Seattle, Wash.; Sheridan Keene,
The Land of Nod. William Norrls, Selective, Co.,
include within its folds theatres in month, In Clark,
the Tootless Stock Co., St.
Valerie Bergere, Alma Youlln. Joseph, Mo.;with
California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Margaret
The
From Mexico, The Holy
May DeSousa. Herbert Cawthorne, Knox Wil- City. A Royal SlaveMan
and Captain Swift with the
Montana and Minnesota. An endeavor son. Tom Armstrong and Fred Kay are to be 'olumbus Theatre Stock,
Chicago; The Man
will be made to locate a house at Min- in the cast.
?rom Nevada and Sunset Mines with the Peoneapolis, which will become the eastern
Notes from the Will C. Sites Stock ple's Stock Co.. Chicago, and All The Comforts
point and consequetly the eastern door Co. (southern): We are working north under of Home with the Avenue Theatre Stock.
management of Mr. Gilbert. We play Mr.
to the circuit. The new circuit will of the
Theatrical letters brought remarkpark at Center Square, Pa., for the sumnecessity enter into competition with Site's
mer and open our fall season, Sept. 14, at ably good returns at tbe recent sale in Boston.
One
of Edwin Forrest, which sold for $10.50,
the Star and other western circuits.
Havre de Grace, Md. We are booked solid for
contained tbe following gem: "The desire I
forty-five weeks In tbe South and west.
lad for wealth was fostered only that I might
Poll's Stock Co. opened its season be able to contribute to the comforts of those
DRAMATIC.
at Poll's Theatre, Waterbury, Conn., May 9, whose veins bore blood like mine, and to smooth
Geo. Ade has returned from his trip with a revival of The Christian. Miss Grace the pathway to the grave of the gentlest,
Hayward played the leading role. She was ably wisest counsellor, tbe truest and most unselfish
abroad.
by Earl Simmons, C. Clemmons, Anna friend I ever knew, my mother." Other letters
The Missouri Girl Co. (eastern) will sslsted
Bates, Maurice Haswell and Geo. Holy. The of Forrest brought $9.25, $8.50, $5.50 and $5.25,
probably stay out all summer.
R. O. sign has already been put up a num- respectively. Letters of E. L. Davenport and
Eddie Harte is now in advance of er of times. Manager Fitzpatrick put on The Lawrence Barrett brought $0.75 each; one of
ife the following week.
Edwin Booth. $2.50; one of Lawrence Barrett.
Fred. Raymond's Old Arkonsaw Co.
(3; those of Edmund Kean, Mrs. Sarah Slddons
The William Courtenay Stock Co. and
The Cincinnati German Stock Co.
John Phillip Kemble, $3 each; one of
pened its season at Hannamis' Bleeker Hall.
reports successful business upon its road tour.
Ltnd, $4; one of John McCullough. $3.25.
Ubany. N. Y., May 22, the opening bill being Jenny
and
two
of Modjeska and Rlstorl, $4.25 each.
J. C. Rockwell's In The Sunny South
Fool and His Money. The supporting coincontinues to coin money In tbe state of Maine.
any Includes Grace Heyer, Louise Drew, Jane
Notes from The National Stock Co.
Mabel Dixey, Elene Foster, Marion Col. Geo. H. Hamilton will open with bis NaHelen MacGregor will probably be Gordon,
bilder, Josephine Mach, Ixniis Payne, Fred, tional Stock Co. at Whittlngton Park, Hot
starred next season by W. A. Brady and Joseph ourtenay.
Walter Walker, Harry Redding, Geo. Springs. Ark., May 21, after closing his ImGrlsmer.
eSolr, John Deveraux and Fred. Tllden.
perial Stock Co. at San Antonio. Tex. This
Sarah Bernhardt is giving a series
is booked at Hot Springs for six weeks,
Mrs. Leslie Carter's condition im- company
of representations at the Theatre Pergola, Flor- roves
with St. Louis to follow, and then into the
slightly, but it is probable several weeks' regular
ence, Italy.
season which is booked for a tour
111 elapse before she will be allowed to walk
tbe east. The company will be under
One of George Edwardes" next pro- pon her injured foot. It is a source of won- through
management of Col. Hamilton with Geo.
ductions In London will bear the title of The ernient to her physicians how she ever got the
H.
McCorple
treasurer, while Mr. D. A.
lirough the last performance of Adrea just Heilman will ashave
Spring Chicken.
management of Col.
fter she met with the accident which strained Hamilton's Imperial the
Stock Co., which will
Walter Hale and his clever wife. lie
tendons in her ankle. The strain, during tour the South. Col. Hamilton
will also have
Louise Classer, will make a tour this summer lie performance,
made
her
injuries
worse
than
out a one-night stand company playing Shadof France and Italy.
liey otherwise would have been.
ows of Sin.
Grace Gilmore, who has been with
Five thousand dollars per head is
the Missouri Girl Co. (western) baa been trans- vhat the aetors and actresses of the Comedie
ferred to the eastern.
rancaise, Paris, France, get for their year's
MISS TILLSON GIVEN BENEFIT
J. H. Stoddart is slowly recovering work just completed. The pro rata dlstrlbufrom the serious Illness which closed bis tour lon of the profits has been made by AdminMiss Ethel Tillson, who was severely
strator Claretle. This is certainly a good showat Gait. Can., several weeks ago.
ng. It is said, however, that though the actors burned recently in her dressing room,
Robert M. Edwards manager for re pleased with the year's receipts they are was given a benefit performance, May
Chas. B. Hanford. announces that this season's lot entirely satisfied with the management, 14, at the Bastable Theatre, Syracuse,
business was the best In several years.
jeing subjected, they claim, to do menial tasks
N. Y., which brought her financial supHenry Guy Carleton, the playwright, or the personal service of the administrator.
who was recently stricken with paralysis In
The Vernon Stock Co. closed its port to the amount of $800 from ManJacksonville, Fla., Is greatly Improved.
egular season at Malone, N. Y., May 20, and ager Harry Hurtig, of Hurtig & Seauniped direct to St. Thomas, Can., where they mon, who had the matter in charge.
Mr. Harry Bryan, the popular agent >pened
a supplementary season at Bellefoun Miss Jessie Benstelle, A. H. Stewart
of the Rowland & Clifford forces, has gone to :alne Park.
The following people were reFrederick Lewis, of the National
Lndlngton, Mich., to spend his vacation.
alned for the summer engagement: Dottle and
The Shaw Comedy Co. closed its Greene. Louise Vaughn, Dot Jewell, Amy Fulton, Theatre Stock Co., of Rochester, conIndoor season at Meredith, N. H., May 20, and Eva Reynolds, Estelle Lynn, J. C. Sheehan, Ed. tributed to the program, which was
Curtis, John Wicks, Willard Tyrrell, Carl Cor- filled out by vaudeville supplied gratis
opened at Plymouth, May 22, under canvass.
win. William Carr. Ray Douglass, Richard by Messrs. Hurtig & Seamon.
Nat. M. Wills will produce The Duke White
and Benj. B. Vernon.
of Dnluth In Chicago on August 12. An enMr. J. Louis Ungerer, who plays the
gagement at the Majestic Theatre In New York
MUSICAL.
role
of
Manitoba, the Indian, with the James
will follow.
Wallick Queen of the Highway Co., has
The Shapiro, Von Tilzer Music Co.
Kathryn Osterman will put on The H.
found a new source of revenue In the collection (Ltd.) has opened an office at 5 York street,
Girl That Looks Like Me at the Casino Thea- if coupons given by tobacco and cigarette com- Covent
Garden, London, W. C., England.
tre. Toledo. Ohio, week of June 18 for the )anles. Mr. Ungerer has enlisted the services
benefit of the Elks.
Ignace Paderewski was much better
r friends made during the past season and they
he embarked on the White Star Line
The Bonnair Price Co., under the lave been turning In coupons by the thousands, when
fact, he la kept busy during his spare time steamer, Oceanic, for Liverpool, from whence
management of Wm. N. Smith, will open Its
he
goes
direct to Paris.
sixth season in August, playing fair dates in counting them. Besides other presents, Mr
Mngerer has already received an automobile, for
Kansas and the South.
Creatore
and his band renewed their
acquaintance with Cincinnati .audiences last
Laurine Dunston has closed a twelve 'or which he paid eighty thousand coupons.
week
at
the
Zoological Gardens and repeated
The
coming
season
of
the
Orpheum
weeks' engagement at the Elk Theatre Pocatello,
triumphs of former seasons. Creatore is
Ida., and owing to ill health, will spend the Stock Co. will open Aug. 1, Urbana, Ohio. Mr. atheir
greater
drawing
card than ever.
C.
Holland,
late
of
the
Dick
Ferris
and
lummer In the country.
Myrkle-Harder companies and formerly con
Ysaye made his trip to the Pacific
Theodore Hamilton, one of the most nected with Klaw & Erlanger's forces, will be coast
with a pleasure party of New York society
successful ot our character actors, will next featured. All royalty bills, Including some of
.Mine. Ysaye has been Idolized by New
season appear In tbe role of Jim Hackler In the the latest successes, will be presented. The folk.
York's
smart set and was the recipient of many
western Coanty Chairman Co.
company will tour the middle states exclusively elaborate
functions In tbe metropolis. It is her
The Vallamont Stock Co. opens May and will be composed of carefully selected play first Ameolcan tour.
29 at the Vallamont Pavilion, Williamsport, •n. It will carry all new scenery and electriea
Before Anna Held appears in London
Eight vaudeville acts will be presentee
Pa. Charity Ball will be the opening bill and effects.
conjunction with the regular bill. Edward she will be seen in Paris in revivals of some
will continue for the week.
of the successes made famous by Judlc, and it
Doyle will manage the company.
King Edward and a number of the
said that the productions will be under Miss
America will not have Miss Ellis is
royalty saw Maxlne Elliott In Her Own Way
direction. She begins a three months'
next season, as George Tyler has ar Held's
at the Lyric Theatre one night last week. King Jefferys
engagement
In London about the middle ol
for that lady to appear at the head
Edward complimented the actress on ber per- ranged
September,
after which she will be seen in the
the Haymarket Theatre Co., London, for an United States.
formance.
Mr.
other year, when she will again go under>r Mr
Mr. Will J. Currier, who has been In Tyler's management and be seen for fivee sea-] The two new summer waltz songs,
advance of the James Kenned; Co. the past sons In the United States. Kyrle Bellew,
v, an- ' Waltzing With The Girl You Love, and You're
season, left for his home in Paterson, N. J. other George Tyler star, is booked for a long Tbe Best Girl In Dreamland, Just issued by the
May 8. Mr. Carrier goes with the Tllton Play engagement In London, beginning next Easter, house of Harris, will undoubtedly become sumera next season.
when he will be seen supported by his Ameri- mer song hits. Mr. Harris' last summer hits,
company In Raffles. He is now touring Come Take a Trip In My Air-ship, and Good
Harry Riding, for the past three can
the Continent In his 80-ton motor, and will not bye, My Lady Love, which swept the country
years In Advance of J. H. Stoddart in The Bon be
like a cyclone, are still remembered.
In London till July.
nie Briar Bush, is back on Broadway renewing
The Ethel Tucker Stock Co. was inReginald DeKoven and Frederic
acquaintances. Harry will be In Mr. LaSbelle'a
employ next season.
corporated at Aurora, 111., May », for $0,000, Ranken have entered Into a contract by which
Mr.
agrees to write only in collabora
the
incorporators
and
directors
being
F.
and
C.
An unusually large number of shows Mack, managers of the VanDyke-Eaton Co., tlon Rankln
with Mr. DeKoven for the next five years
are playing New England for the summer, and Ethel
Their
first
joint
work will be Elvsia, which De
Tucker
and
Whit
Brandon.
The
company
the weather Is all that could be desired. The
Wolf Hopper will present in the Lyric Theatre
Chicago May 14 for Phoenix,, Ariz., for
nights are cool and every manager with a good left
New
York,
after
the close of the run of Fantana
summer
engagement,
after
which
the
principal
attraction Is said to be doing nicely.
cities of the South will be played. The Des- next September. The Messrs. Shubert pledge
Billy A. Ward, playing in stock a' mond Trio. Will H. Dorbin, Geo. F. Peck and themselves to produce one opera a year by
the Family Theatre, East St. Louis. 111., mourns wife, Ed. Wagner and wife. J. A. Kelley, Orrln Messrs. DeKoven and Ranken in the Lyric.
the loss of his mother, Mrs. Wm. Griffin, wh Smith, Bruce Montgomery and Baby Helen are
The marriage of Margaret Lemon
died May 11, at her home In Sullivan, Ind., a also included in the company. The tour will the grand opera singer, now connected with the
the age of eighty-three years. Mr. Ward at be under the direction of Mack Brothers.
Metropolitan
Opera Company, to J. Reed LIttell
tended the funeral.
The Imperial Stock Co. closed a very a patent attorney, was annulled May 12 by
Milton and Sargent Aborn have successful season in San Antonio, Tex., after Justice Dugro, in the Supreme Court of New
loaned Elsie Janls to M. A. Leuscher am a tour of thirty-eight weeks, playing all the York. They were married three years ago afte
Louis Werba for their summer production a larger cities of Missouri, Illinois. Indiana, Ken- Llttell's first wife, Miss Mabel R. Raum
Wisteria Grove on the New York Roof Garden tucky, Tennessee and Mississippi, and then daughter of Gen. Green B. Raum. of Washing
Miss Janls will appear next season In thi went Into stock at San Antonio, where they ton, had secured a divorce from him In Chicago
remained for ten weeks. The roster at the Justice Dugro declared that the Chicago cour
•tellar role of The Little Duchess.
of the season wag as follows: Col. Geo. had not acquired jurisdiction in that suit, and
J. J. Rosenthal, the past season man close
H. Hamilton, manager; David A. Heilman, that its decree was void.
ager for one of the Shubert attractions, I business maager; Harry Harris, stage manager.
planning a five weeks' comedy festival at th The company Included Col. Geo. Hamilton, HarC. M. S. McLellan, whose play, Leah
Casino Theatre, Toledo, Ohio. Rebecca Warren
Harris, John Sutherland, A. J. Francis, Clyde Klescbna, bas made just as great a success li
Fay Courtney, Louis Albion, Kathryn Osterman ry
London
as It did In New York, has now tnrnec
McCaslin, Warren Ellsworth, Carrls L. HamilChas. DicksoH and others will appear.
ton, Rosalind Verene, Gay Woodly, Russell his attention to his next stage offering. Thla 1
The
Butterfly
of Fashion, the musical comedy
Mitchell Brothers of Norristown, Pa Woodly, Sara Drnmmonds and Call and Nettle
that McLellan will do In connection with Gu
have leased The Gambler from Selwyn & Co Conn.
NEW WESTERN CIRCUIT
A. SHAPIRO
Ho is manager of Hurtig & Seatnon's Empire
theatre at Toledo. Ohio. By fair and courteous
rratinent in his dealings w i t h the public. Mr.
•Umplro has doubled the business of the house
l u r i n g the past two years. His broad and
ilieral views have placed him high in theatrical
•ircles, and his genial manners have made for
ilm many friends.
Kerker and which Klaw & Erlanger will preent in New York early in October. This firm
Iso owns the rights for England. It la claimed
hat tbe scenario of The Butterfly of Fashion
s as clever a conceit as was McLellan's Belle
if New York. George Edwardes is said to have
irtered Klaw & Erlanger $30,000 for the London
ights.
Burt's King Hi-Lo Co. will play a
number of good parks during the summer seaion. They opened its season May 3 at Mustegon, Mich., where It was a pronounced success.
The piece is a light musical comedy, well calculated lor summer audiences. A number of
good vaudeville stunts are put on between the
lets. The executive staff of the King Hi-Lo
Co. is as follows: Chas. Burt, owner and manager; Ed. Doly, assistant manager; Leonard
'bllllps, amusement manager; Ben Williams,
stage manager; J. C. Von Garsdorf Christenson. musical director, and J. K. Phillips, elecrician.
The members or the company are
Eddie McDonald, Geo. W. Weston. Dot Bell,
Hay Hixby, Llllle Woodson, Falty Plumb,
iladge Woodson, Dollie Mancel, Joe King,
Madge Roy, Lillie Leslie, Fay Gibson, Violet
iuggles, Winnie Herald, Emma Urban, Maude
Foster and Beatrice Earl.
NEW BLANEY PRODUCTION
Young Buffalo, King of The Wild
West, is the title of a new Blaney attraction that received its premiere
May 15 at Blaney's Newark Theatre.
As its title suggests, it is a melodrama
of western life. Thrilling situations
abound and an abundance of heart interest is manifested. Philip Drew appeared in the title role. Miss Vivian
Prescott appeared to advantage in the
leading feminine role.
PLAYHOUSES.
There is persistent rumor of a new
opera house to be built at Guthrie, Okla.
The new $70,000 opera house at Mollne, 111., is now under course of construction
and will be completed in time for next season.
Work has commenced upon the new
$15,000 opera bouse to be erected on Oneida
street, Milwaukee, Wis., by the Bijou Amusement Co.
Manager J. M. Brooks closed the
Brooks Theatre, Gutbrle, Okla., May 1, and will
remodel the house before Sept. 1, the beginning
of next season.
Manager J. K Cookson reports a
very prosperous season of forty weeks for the
Lyceum Theatre, Cleveland, Ohio, which closed
May 0 for tbe summer.
E. Querolli has assumed the management of the New Alcazar Theatre, Denver, Col.,
succeeding Wiley Williams, deceased. Mr. Querolli Is one of the proprietors of the house.
Walter Stock has accepted the management of a new theatre to be erected at
Augusta, Ga. The new house will be known as
the New Bijou and will play vaudeville.
Paul Keith is now the owner of the
Bijou Theatre In Philadelphia, the deeds having
recently been recorded. This house was very
successful when running as a vaudeville house.
Though sentiment seems to be universally in favor of a new opera house the citizens of Clarion, Mich., appear not to have discovered anyone willing to finance the proposition.
Sandpoint, Ida., is a little town of
2,000 Inhabitants and not a single place of
amusement. Julius Asheim, our correspondent
at Helena, Mont., will furnish particulars upon
application.
Manager Taylor will not run the
Gayety Theatre at Connellsville, Pa., all summer
as originally Intended, business giving evidence
that the people of tbe city are not enthusiastic
over summer vaudeville.
The Coliseum 'Theatre at Terre
Haute, Ind., on May 8 opened its doors to the
public for the first time with a first-class vaude-
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vllle bill, which contributed much to the popularity of the house.
The Empire Theatre at Ashtabula
Hurbur. Ohio, has opened for the summer season.
The following Is the staff: .Mrs. N. B. Foley.
proprietor; Billy Stanford, stage uiauager, and
W. C. Harris, leader of orchestra.
Ground on the site for the new German Theatre In Philadelphia was broken May 0,
with ceremonies by a number of German societies. Work will be pushed rapidly. It la
understood that the house will open in October.
The Eagles of Wabash Ind., have
purchased a lot In the business center of the
city and will erect a new theatre thereon. The
building will be four-stories high, with lodge
and club rooms for the Eagles on the third and
fourth floors.
Messrs. C. S. Breed and Frank
Phelps, manager and treasurer of the Krug
Theatre at Omaha, Neb., have contracted to
manage the new Larson Theatre at Fremont.
The present possessor of managerial authority,
Mr. will Lowery. leaves the house July 1, hU
contract then expiring.
The Holly Opera House at Holly,
Mich., under the management of G. H. Bafrd
the past season, will be provided with new
scenery, new opera chairs and decorations during
the summer and will open up next September
under a new management.
A first-class vaudeville theatre is a
proposed enterprise for Hamilton, Ohio. The
Scott property on High street, between Third
and Fourth streets, has been leased by nonresident parties, who announce their Intention
of erecting a first-class vaudeville theatre upon
the site.
The Grand Opera House at Kenton,
Ohio, has been provided with one of the most
complete systems of electric lighting In any
opera house In the country. About six hundred Incandescent lights are used, flve hundred
being on the stage. The house Is also provided
with gas.
Messrs. Pedley & Burch, controlling
theatres at Evansville, East St. Louis and
Owensboro, Ky., are planning for the erection of
a new theatre at Memphis, Tenn. They have
several sites under consideration, and contem'plate erecting a house costing between $150,0-10
and $250,000.
Pindlay, Ohio, is to have a new opera
bouse In the near future, a stock company of
Flndlay and Toledo capitalists having been organized for that purpose. Incorporation papers
will soon be taken out for the Majestic Theatre Building Co. which will erect a new $15".000
theatre, seating 1.500 people. Frank Hurt Is
negotiating a lease of the house when built.
The Crystal Theatre, Wausau, Wis.,
opened Its doors for an Initial performance
Tusday, May 8, and packed the house for four
performances Tuesday and the remainder of the
week. Mr. Stuart is managing the house.
While this Is not an exceptionally large theatre,
it Is modern and Is on the Milwaukee Vaudeville Circuit, thus enabling the management to
get the best talent on the road.
Mr. Charles Eastman has leased the
Dixon Opera House, Dlxon, 111., from Mrs. E.
J. Trueman for a term of three years. Mr.
Kastmun is well known to the profession, having hern assistant manager of this house for the
past fifteen years. He will book only firstclass attractions and will protect all dates.
The house will open August 16.
A new theatre deal, involving the
Lyric Theatre in New Orleans by which that
theatre was to pass Into tiie bunds of the
ShntK'rt Brothers, has been delayed and will
protmbly never be consumated. owing to the
de:tth of the well-known manager. It is understood that Mr Shubert intended to extend his
trip, suddenly terminated at Harrlsburg, to
New Orleans to confer with the owners of the
Lyric for its lease. The matter Is now unsettled.
One of the largest and most perfectly appointed theatie* In the northwest will
lie erected at LaCrosse, Wls., according to
present plans of local and foreign capitalists.
The building will be a three-story structure,
with provision for offices and store-rooms on the
first and third floors. It Is the plan to have
the structure completed within a year.
The Columbia Theatre, Cincinnati's
popular vaudeville house, closed Its season May
20 with the following bill: Imperial Comedy
Four, Jeanne Brooks, LaVlne-Clmaron Trio,
Mallory Brothers with Brooks and Halliday,
James F. McDonald, Billy Gould, Harry Howard's troupe of performing ponies, dogs and donkeys, and The Girl With The Auburn Hair.
Manager William Foster of Des
Molnes. la., was in a wreck near Rome, Ga.,
while returning home from Florida, whither he
had gone In search of health. Mr. Foster
was Injured slightly by the sudden stopping of
the train. He enjoyed his Florida trip immensely and has returned in the best of health.
Mr. Foster has just purchased one of the finest
residences in Des Molnes.
The Interstate Amusement Co. is
negotiating for the opening of several new
theatres. President H. F. McGarvie, Vlce-Presldent R. E. Rickson and General Manager E.
F. Carruthers are upon a tour of the circuit,
planning for its enlargement.
Press Agent
MacMechan. with headquarters in St. Louis, is
authority for the statement that the company
will have nine new theatres upon its circuit
before Sept. 1. Little Rock, Ark., Dallas.
Houston, Fort Worth, San Antonio, Tex., and
Shreveport, la., will probably be brought into
the circuit.
Singular indeed is the fact that the
three managers of the Garrlck Theatre, Chicago,
have been removed by death. Mr. Anson Temple, who built the house, known during the
World's Fair as the Schiller Theatre, died in
18i>4 in a railroad wreck. The house then
passed to the Roeder Co. with Mr. W. W.
Tillotson at the head, and was renamed the
Dearborn Theatre, remaining as such until the
Shubert Brothers obtained control last season
and renamed It the Garrlck. Mr. Tllloston, it
will be remembered, left the management of
the theatre to go to Colorado for his health,
dying a few weeks ago. The Pennsylvania
Miss Marie Stoddard, of the team of
wreck horror claimed as a victim the third Gardner and Stoddard, mourns the loss of her
manager, Mr. Sam Shubert.
father, who died May 10 at Butte, Mont.
Roy Atwell, Harrison Steadman and
COLLEGE WIDOW TO HAVE MATE Rosllne Coughlln have been engaged for the
Laura Nelson Hall Stock Co. at Columbus, Ohio.
Col. Henry W. Savage has announced
Ed. C. Hayes, comedian for the past
his intentions of putting two College three years with the Barlow Minstrels, Is playIng
vaudeville dates, being booked until OctoWidow companies on the road next
season. They will be known as the ber.
and Lavine write that they
western and the eastern companies. areRogers
In their tenth week at the Metropolitan
Several of the principals now playing Theatre,
Tampa, Fla., and that interest in their
in the original company will be trans- act is not lagging.
ferred to the new or western company,
The Prampins, musical aristocrats,
and Mr. Savage promises that each open
with their new act May 29 at the Empire
company shall be equally strong. The Theatre, Boston, Mass. They have some park
bookings
for the season.
College Widow has been a success.
Hill and Whitaker who played
Chase's Theatre, Washington, D. C., last week,
M1NSTEEL.
left for London May 24 via White Star Line.
Geo. Christopher, the comedian and They
will be abroad Indefinitely.
minstrel, has returned to his home In CincinLottie Cunningham is working single
nati a f t e r a very successful season with the
J. W. Vogel's Mlnstre-ls. George will spend at present in Pocatello, Idaho, Jim Daltou
the summer with his mother In the Queen having gone to Chicago on Important business.
City.
Lottie is a big favorite in Pocatello.
Chas. A. Mason has closed his tour
Tommie Odell of the Al. G. Field
Minstrels, Is spending his summer In Dayton. In Fritz and Snltz. Mr. Mason Is visiting
Ohio, with his parents. Tommie has an offer to friends In New York City previous to going
go into comedy next season, though It is possible to Mt. Clemens, Mich., for the summer.
that the minstrel liablt has such a hold upon
The Marionettes write that they
him that he will again be seen with the burnt opened
their fourth week on the Affiliated
cork aggregation.
Western Vaudeville Circuit at the Lyceum, OgMr. Benj. H. Brown writes that he den, Utah, where they are a positve hit.
lias enjoyed his season of forty weeks with the
Moundane Phillips, niece of the
John W. Vogel Minstrels with which company lateMiss
Theodore Thomas, and Arthur Thomas, the
he traveled in the capacity of orchestra direc- well-known
manager, are making a hit In vaudetor. Mr. Brown has signed for the summer as
musical director at Ilonghton Lake Park, Bloom- ville singing theit: song, entitled Little Flo.
tngton, III. After the park season Is over he
Humes and Lewis, comedy acrobats,
and Mrs. Brown join their daughter in New York have closed a four weeks' engagement with the
City.
London (layety Girls Burlesque Co. They open
Mr. S. J. Buford for a number of upon the Hopkins and Kohl & Castle circuits
years Identified with various tented organiza- October 29.
tions, will, during the coming season, act as
McGlnnis and McGinnis are on the
general agent for Stafford Brothers' Attractions, Young Circuit in Utah. C. II. McGinnis writes
which consist of their two minstrel shows and that the team met Harry Marline In Salt Lake
the Olevia Stock Co.. Mr. Bnfonl has just com- City, and they spent a very enjoyable week
pleted a new herald describing the features of together.
each attraction.
Minor and Galbreath write that they
will open Manhattan Beach, Denver, Col.. May
The Billy Kersand's Minstrels will 27.
ami that they are booked over the Shayne
open their tour of 1005-On at Waiikanu. Ill . circuit
of Parks Until Sept. 10. They report
July 29. Tiie company, an entirely new and big business
all along.
j up-to-date attraction, will tour the central,
The
Donna
Troy Stock Co. has closed
southern and eastern states. The show will
number thirty-five people and carry a band of its season and gone Into St. Paul, Minn., for a
twenty pieces. Mr. Geo. A. Tresyer the veteran reorganization. C. J. Brlckert and Donna Troy
Chicago billposter who has seen valuable service will head the company for the summer months.
at the head of many road attractions and who James L. Glass Is manager.
was treasurer of the company last season, will
After an engagement of sixteen
manage the company this year.
weeks at the Standard Theatre, Fort Worth,
Tex.,
Klngsley and Klngsley opened May 15 at
MANAGERS ELECT OFFICERS
the Alcazar Theatre, Denver, Col. Their Texas
engagement was a big success.
The Northwestern Theatre ManThe Renos, Dottle and Denny, openagers' Association- have recently elect- ed in their new act last week at Miller's Family
Theatre,
Omaha, Neb. They have some
ed their officers for the year as follows: good parkSouth
to follow in the middle
C. A. Marshall, Duluth, president; P. west. Mrs.bookings
Reno has entirely recovered from
B. Haber, Fond du Lac, secretary and her late Illness.
treasurer; C. A. Marshall P. Bt Haber. LaClair and West write that they are
J. E. Williams, of Oshkosh, C. D. hooked solid until July 17 In the parks throughMoon of Eau Claire and J. D. Cuddlhy out Ohio and Pennsylvania, with Pastor's New
York Theatre to follow. After this last enof Calumet, executive committee. The gagement
will take a rest at their home
meeting was held in Madison, Wis., In Sea Islethey
City, N. J.
May 11.
While playing at the Unique Theatre. Minneapolis. Minn.. Ed. and Hazel Lucas
were
guests of Myrtle VInton and her husband,
VAUDEVILLE.
II. P. Bulmer, who are laying oft* at their
The Maple Leaf Trio report good beautiful
home In that city. Ed. and Hazel
business In the west.
are at Butte, Mont., this week.
Babes in Toyland Co. closed at
Miss Delia Pringle, now on the PaciWaterhury. Conn., May 9.
fic coast In vaudeville, closes her season about
June
8 and will return to her home In KnoxThe Lilliput Trio are touring Calivllle, la. Miss Pringle will next season put out
fornia over the Empire Circuit.
a repertoire company of her own. Her camMaruice Freeman for leads with the pany opens about the middle of August.
Yorkville Stock Co., New York.
Leonard Phillips writes that he has
Reno and Murry will shortly enter canceled all his vaudeville dates and has Joined
upon an engagement ever the Goldsmith Circuit. the King Hu Lo Co. for the season to play
In Ohio. Indiana and Kentucky. Mr.
Taylor & Frank's Vaudeville Stars parks
Phillips Is writing a new vaudeville sketch
opened! In Columbia City, Ind.. to an overflowing In
which he promises a complete surprise.
house.
The D'Arville Sisters, Jeanette and
The Three Lucases have closed with Irene,
the well known French fencing girls,
the Yan'ii Wonder Co. and Joined the Douglas have
been engaged for a six months' engagement
Stock Co.
at the Palace Theatre, Hot Springs, Ark. Their
Chauncey Olcott is spending his va- engagement followed their first appearance, at
cation at his beautiful summer home In Sara- which time they scored a tremendous success.
toga. N. Y.
Mantell's Marionettes, operated by
J. Russ Smith's Murray Comedy Co. Len Mantell and Wiley Petts, played the Lyclosed a season of fifty-two weeks May 20 at ceum Theatre at Logan, Utah, week of May 15,
Kalamazoo, Mich.
their fifth week on the Affiliated Western VaudeMr. and Mrs. Neil Litchfleld play the ville Circuit as the special headline attraction.
western park theatres as far west as Denver, They packed the theatre at every performance.
Robert E. Lively, contortionist and
Col., this summer.
hand balancer, after closing over the Kohl &
Gray and Graham received such an Castle
Circuit at the Chicago Opera House,
ovation at Newport News that they were held opened at
the Grand. Marlon, Ind. Mr. Lively
over for another week.
will visit Cincinnati in the near future for the
Mr. Turner W. Cregg, musical direc- purpose of having a new drop scene made for
tor of the Rice Boat Show, paid his respect to his act.
The Billboard May 13.
M. Samuels writes that he -was a
Earl Flynn writes that he is doing big success at the People's Theatre, Cedar
nicely In vaudeville. He goes with the Fay Rapids, la., and that he Is booked solid until
August. Mr. Samuels goes to Grand Forks, N.
Foster Burlesquers next season.
D., In August to take the management of a
Miss Charlotta Weaver, daughter of ten
cent vaudeville theatre now In course of
Gen. J. L. Weaver of Idaho, Is In New York construction.
City preparing to enter vaudeville.
Mrs. John J. Murdock, known upon
The Holy City closed its season unthe stage as The Girl With The Auburn Hair,
der the management of Mr. Edward Taylor at closed
her season and her stage career at CinFort Wayne, Ind., Saturday, May 20.
cinnati Saturday. May 20, her appearance at the
Clifford Ackerman, assistant treas- Columbia Theatre being the last, she declares,
urer of the Valentine Theatre'. Toledo. Ohio, will of her public performances. Mrs. Murdock
be treasurer at the Farm tills summer.
will retire to her home in Chicago, where her
is booking attractions for the Kohl &
Larrivee and Lee write that their husbandCircuit.
Mrs. Murdock has been a sucact Is meeting with much success, receiving from Castle
cess
with
her unique singing act, and received
two to four encores each performance.
quite an ovation In Cincinnati.
The Conrad's, musical team, have
The Eldons have closed a ten weeks'
Just closed their sixth week In the Danforth
Bijou Circuit. Their high-class singing Is be- engagement on the New England Vaudeville
ing much appreciated by the western audiences. Circuit and entered the Pennsylvania circuit,
opening at the Family Theatre, Lancaster, Pa..
May 22. They have signed with one of the big
repertoire companies for next season to do parts
and their specialty.
The Whitney Grand. Detroit, Mich.,
opened its summer season May 14 with the following well known people tin the hill: Lester
and Monroe, John and Alice McDowell, The DeMnths. Harry Williamson, Mr. and Mrs. Marsh
Devaro and the Great Courtney. Mr. John McDowell has been engaged as stage manager.
JEFFERSON'S BIRTHPLACE SOLD
Joseph
Jefferson's birthplace In
Philadelphia has been sold at public
auction for $8,125. It was a tlyee-anda-half-story stone building at the
southwest corner of Sixth and Spruce
streets. The plan to purchase the property and convert it into a Jefferson
museum did not materialize and was
consequently dropped.
COMPANIES CLOSING.
Our New Minister closes its season
May 27 at Chicago, 111.
The Factory Girl closes Its season
May 27 at Norfolk, Va.
Nettle, The Newsglrl, will close its
tour May 27 in Chicago.
The Marriage of Kitty Co. closes its
season May 27 at Minneapolis.
The Myrkle-Harder Stock Co. Closed
its season May 13 at Bridgeport. Conn.
An Aristocratic Tramp Co., under
the management of Kllroy & Britton, closes ita
season May 28 at Waukegan, 111.
Al. W. Martin's Uncle Tom's Cabin
Co. closes Its season at the Alhambra Theatre.
Chicago, May 27. Preparations are already
under way for next season. New scenic and
light effects and an enlarged band of eighteen
men will he some of the attrctlons. Frank Leo.
so well known to the Martin patrons, will again
head the cast as Uncle Tom.
Robert Edeson's engagement at the
Park Theatre, Boston. Mass., In Strongheart,
will close May 27. he Insisting upon a vacation.
Mr. Edeson sails .Tune 3 for Cherbourg and will
visit Paris, London. Vienna and Berlin with a
short stay at Carlsbad. His season opens in
the DcMllle comedy Aug. 27 at the Savoy Theatre, Manhattan.
THE
GORTON MINSTRELS CLOSE
The Gorton Minstrels close their
season May 27 at Friendship, N. Y.,
completing a season of forty-five weeks
of successful business. The season
opened at Oak Park, 111., July 20. and
continued to the present time without
mishap or interruption. The next
season opens about the latter part of
July In the vicinity of Syracuse. N.
T.
ENGAGEMENTS.
John E. Henshaw, Christie MacDonald and Agnes Calne Brown have been reengaged for the Sho-Gun Co. for next season.
Carter DeHaven,
this
season
in
vaudeville, has been engaged by Chas. B.
Dllllngham for Lulu Glaser's company for next
season.
Miss Elliott Dexter, formerly with
15. H. Sothern. will play Juvenile roles with the
Hunter Bradford Players, opening at Parsons'
Theatre, Hartford, Conn., May 29.
Miss Julia Dean, recently ingenue of
Nat. C. Goodwin's company, has signed as
leading lady of the Hunter Bradford Players,
which opens a summer stock season at Parsons'
Theatre, Hartford. Conn., May 29.
Sara McDonald as leading woman
for Edward R. Sailer's Fabio Romanl Co. tourIng the northwest for the summer. Miss MacDonald Is the author of The Actor Man
published recently in The Billboard.
Mr. Basil Buck, who has been playing at the Lyceum Theatre, Baltimore, Md..
with the DeWltt Company of Players, has been
engaged for the summer season to support Adelaide Kelm at the Harlem Opera House. New
York City. He made quite an Impression In
Baltimore.
WITH THE STAGE HANDS.
The stage mechanics of Evansville,
Ind., recently gave their first annual dance
at Germanla Hall to a record crowd. Joe Burke,
stage manager, gave some interesting exhibitions of magic. Joe Hoppen sang* some catchy
songs and a number of vaudeville turns were
contributed by professionals. All in all It was
a decided success, and In the future will be an
annual event.
Local No. 68 of the I. A. T. of Scranton, Pa., held Its sixth annual ball Friday,
April 28, at Music Hall. Over 500 couples were
present and a big financial success was scored.
The officers of the local are as follows: John
J. Glllen, president: Dave Martin, vice-president: Frank J. Morgan, recording secretary; W.
B. Feny, financial secretary; John J. Jordan,
treasurer; Wm. Owens, walking delegate; W.
J. Newhart, C. E. Hedgcock. Conrad Watson,
trustees; J. J. Glllen and John J. Jordan, delegates to central labor union, and Allen Lawrence, musical director.
ODDS AND ENDS.
Manager J. M. Smith of the Moderi
Remedy Co. writes that the company bas lo*
not a single night during the past eleven week
and that business Is big. The members of hi
company all send regards to their friends.
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^CORRESPONDENCE.
ALABAMA.
BIRMINGHAM. — Bijou Theatre
(M. L.
Kem.in. mgr.) The Telephone Girl, by the Olympic Musical Comedy Co. week 15; large houses.
Billy Clifford Musical Comedy Co. week 22.
East Lake Park opens the season June 1;
xnauy new and novel features have been added
to the grounds and a profitable season Is expected.
The Gasklll Carnival Co. was here week 15,
and was largely patronized. A portion of the
receipts will go to the Orphans' Home at East
Lake, a suburb of the city.
MONTGOMERY—Pickett Springs Casino (O.
A. Neal, mgr.) The Peruchi-Gypzene Co. opened
the second week of their engagement 15 with
an up-to-date production of Fooled By Fortune.
•Considering the Inclement weather a good crowd
witnessed the performance.
CALIFORNIA.
SAN FRANCISCO.—The Criminal of The Century, written by Frank W. Winch, press agent
of the Central Theatre, opened 8. The scenes
are laid In San Francisco. It was a great success and will do a big week's business.
Alcazar. Opened to a crowded house with The
Stubbornness of Geraldlne, Mary Mannering's
great success. Lillian Lawrence personated
Geraldine Lang and John Craig enacted the role
he played with Mary Mannering In the original
production, that of the Hungarian count. Next:
Vivian's Papas, Leo Dltrlchsteln's farcical comedy.
Columbia. Julia Marlowe and E. H. Sothern
opened in Borneo and Juliet 8 to a large house.
This is the last week of these two stars. They
will be followed by Chaunccy Olcott In the romantic comedy, Terence. The advance sale is
very large.
California. Margaret Anglln achieved another
success In Mariana Monday, 8. This is Miss
Anglln's farewell week. On Sunday, 21, Miss
Florence Roberts will open In The Unwelcome
Mrs. Hatch.
Alhambra. Ysaye. assisted by an orchestra of
fifty, conducted by Jules de Befve, will give six
orchestral recitals beginning Monday night, 8,
with The Mikado, and made a great sensation.
There was a large chorus which received many
recalls. A long run is expected, after which
conies The Tenderfoot.
Majestic.
Opened Monday night, 8, with
Harry Cottrell's play. The Financier, with Barney Bernard in the title role. Crowded houses
are expected all this week.
Grand Opera House. The Ferris Stock Co.
opened Mondav, S, in Joan of Arc, with Florence
.Stone and Dick Ferris in the leads. The audi•euce was very large and seemed much enthused
with the presentation; a big week Is predicted.
Orpheum. Opened Sunday, 7, with a good bill,
including Corrlgan, who appeared after an absence of months in his unique skit, Jockey Jones.
Others on the bill are Lavender and Tomson,
Les Dahlias, May Yokes & Co., Edward Blondell
& Co. and many others. Mme. Slapotfski has
returned and is making a big hit. Items—limes'
Band closed . Sunday evening at Mechanics' Pavilion. From a financial standpoint the results
were not satisfactory, otherwise there was much
satisfaction in the festival. * * The Knelsel
Quartet is almost due and will give concerts
beginning next Tuesday evening, 0, at Lyric
Hall. Thursday evening, 11, a concert will
be given at the St. Francis Hotel. • • Frederic
•Belasco Is In Portland arranging for the opening of the Belasco Stock in that city. • • K. L.
.Sackett, manager of the White Whitlesey Co.,
has returned to San Francisco. • * Mr. G*o.
Davis, manager of the Central Theatre, will
leave Wednesday, 10, for Portland, for the openIng of the New Belasco Theatre in that city. • •
Frank MacVlokers of the Majestic Theatre,
broke his leg last week as he was stepping off
the curbstone to take a car. Clifford Demp*ey is taking his place until he recovers. • •
Howard Scott of the Belasco Stock In Los An.geles, will return to San Francisco next week.
* * Clarence Mountaine, a former favorite at
the Alcazar, will 'be the character man of the
Portland Belasco. * • Catherine Countiss, former
leading lady of the Columbia Theatre, has gone
to Chicago. • • Harry S. Hllllard, Juvenile man
at the Alcazar, will leave at the close of the
season for the east where he will study for the
musical stage. Mr. Hllllard has a splendid
baritone voice. * * Frederick Warde will quit
ithe stage yext year for the lecture platform,
according to his son Arthur P. Warde, who says
his father will lecture on Shakespeare and the
classic drama, but It is not his Intention to give
up the stage permanently. * »A company has
been formed called the Bell Theatre Co., and
will erect two new theatres on this coast, one in
Stockton, Cal., and one in San Francisco. It
1» said they will be beautiful structures and
•will represent about $500,000. • * Chat H.
Smith, formerly of the Southern Carnival Co.,
later of the Monarch Amusement Co., now with
Lvavlt's Fiesta Carnival Co., is In town. Chat
Is here fixing up for their engagement at Idora
Park. Oakland, which will begin Monday, June
5, for two weeks. Mrs. Leavit and Mrs. Chat
Smith are stopping at the Palace, and are taking In the sights of the city while Mr. Smith
Is attending to the business of the Fiesta. • •
Mr. Walter Messenger, an old San Francisco boy.
Is in town visiting his brothers and sisters. He
will remain a few weeks and then go back to
the big town. Walter has Interested himself
with SherUK-k Holmes for next season, playing
one-week stands. He expects to make the coast
In the spring. * * Mr. Frank Leavy of this
city, leaves Tuesday, 9, to become treasurer
of the New Belasco Theatre In Portland, Ore.
A. \V. . - . I . M . i THOMSON.
CONNECTICUT.
HARTFORD.—Parsons' Theatre (H. C. Parsons, mgr.) A superb cast containing such people as Kyrle Bellew, Eleanor llobson, Isabelle
Irving. Louis James, J. E. Dodson, Frank Mills,
Sidney Drew and Mrs. Calvert, gave an excellent presentation of Goldsmith's famous comedy. She Stoops to Conquer 11; capacity audience. Charles Hawtrey 17; Mrs. LeMoyne 20,
Hartford Opera House (Jennings & Graves,
mgrs.) The Show Girl 8-9; fair business. East
I.yiiue 12-13; only fair houses. Queen of The
Highway 15-17.
Poll's Theatre (L. C. Kllby. mgr.) Dlda. the
puzzling Illusion, m.vstllied large audiences week
S. Beiunl and Arthur had a clever buslesque on
J)ld.i. which made a big hit. Others In high
favor were the Ellls-Nowlln Trio and Ida Grannon. Next: Colby Family, Qulnlan and Mack,
Sam Elton, Clayton. Jenkins and Jasper, Fiske
and MeDonough, Marguerite and Ilanley, and
Mills and Morris.
Foot Guard Hall. The Knights of Columbus
gave a largely attended fair week 8. Good
vaudeville acts were given by the St. Belmos,
The Melrose Troupe. Baby Mabel and Alva, illusionist.
Item—-The performers playing at
Poll's, captained by Bedlnl, the Juggler, played
the local lodge of Raspberries an exciting game
of baseball at the baseball park, after the
matinee performance 10. Five innings resulted
in a draw, the score being 11-11.
F. G. BLAKESLEE.
WATERBURY.—Poll's Theatre (Jean Jacques,
mgr.)
Babes in Toy land 9; good business. The
Show Girl 10; only fair house. Kyrle Bellew.
Eleanor Ilobson and all-star cast in She Stoops
to Conquer 12; delighted capacity house. Chas.
Hawtrey in A Message From Mars 16; Waterbury Symphony Orchestra 23; Viola Allen in As
You Like It June 2; vaudeville for benefit stage
hands of Jacques' and Poll's Theatres June 9.
Jacques' Opera House (Jean Jacques, ragr.)
Week 8: Poll's Own Co. opened season of summer stock In The Christian; phenomenal business. T4ext: The Wife.
A Stranger in a
Strange Land week 22.
JAS. H. CLINE.
BRIDGEPORT.—Smith Theatre (E. C. Smith,
mgr.)
Myrkle-Harder Stock Co. 8-13; pleased
large audiences, (jueen of the Jungles 15-16;
R. M. Sperry's Cross Lots 17-20; closes the season here.
Poll's (Jos. Crlddle, mgr.) Closing bill drew
big business and included Pat Rooney and Marion Bent, and Miles Stavordale Quintet. Poll's
Summer Stock Co. will Inaugurate summer season 15, opening with The Christian.
NEW LONDON.—Lyceum Theatre (I. W.
Jackson, uagr.) Prince of Pllsen S; full house.
Brothers, Walter Chester Co., and moving pic- 1ms gone to. Kansas City to take charge of a
tures.
baseball team. * * Harry Burk of Macauley's
Crystal Theatre (J. H. Ammons. mgr.) Bill will leave next month to take charge of his
week 15: David B. Kennedy, Frevoll, Irene summer stock at Dawson Springs. Kv.
White, Dupree and Dupree, and the kluodrome;
ORVILLE -B. TAYLOR.
good business.
SOMERSET. —Gem Opera Huuse (T. M.
ANDERSON.—Grand Opera House (C. C. Foor, Thatcher, mgr.) Depew Burdette Co. week 22.
mgr.)
Good business with Helen May Butler's
MARYLAND.
Rand, Ha j* worth and Hay worth and Bonnie Gaylord.
BALTIMORE.—Academy of Music (Nixon &
Crystal Theatre (J. Ammons & McErwIn, Zimmerman, mgrs.) The season of light opera
mgrs.) Opened 15 to big business giving three began with the Nixon & Zimmerman Opera Co.
performances to crowded houses. The popu- The Little Duchess was presented with Elste
lar priced theatres are new to Anderson, but Janis in the leading role. The cast is comindications point to an Immense business being posed of many well known players and the
chorus Is quite beautiful and efficient. The perdone.
was superb and the production magMTTNCIE.— Wysor's Grand Opera House (H. formance
R. Wysor, mgr.) Holden Co. 11-13; closed one nificently staged.
Maryland
Theatre (James L. Kernan, mgr.)
of the most prosperous seasons in the history
The Grand Duchess was presented by the Maryof the house.
land
Opera
Co.
Their work Is rather clever.
Star Theatre (R. H. Osgoodby, mgr.) J. M.
Ilarter, mgr.) Lyman Howe's Moving Picture The scenic effects are very novel and unique.
Lyric
Theatre
(Bernbard
Ulrich, mgr.) The.
Co. The house is closed for the season.
Pops Concerts continue with great success. The
FRANKFORT.—-Bllnn Theatre (Langebrake & Auditorium is handsomely decorated for the ocHufford, ragrs.) Dark week 8. Howe's Moving casion. Chlffarelli and his hand entertained the
Pictures 23.
patrons.
Auditorium Theatre (James L. Kernan, mgr.)
IOWA.
Rose Melville Jn Sis Hopkins was the attraction.
DES MOINES.—Foster's Opera House (Wm. The star and play seem inseparable in their atFoster, mgr.) Dustln Farnum in The Virginian tractive Interest, and theatregoers never seem
5; capacity house. Mrs. Wlggs of The Cab- to tire of the combination.
bage Patch, with Alice Carr Cook, 6; pleased
Blaney's Theatre (O. M. Ballauf, mgr.) Nolarge audience. Howe's Moving Pictures 20; body's Darling, with its numerous scenes of
Ransom's Folly 22.
thrilling Interest was well performed by a clever
Grand Opera House (Wm. Foster, mgr.) Dark company.
3-7. James Boys In Missouri 8-11; good busiHolliday Street Theatre (Kernan, Rife &
ness. The Moonshiner's Daughter 11-13; An Houch, mgrs.) Black Patti's Troubadours were
Aristocratic Tramp 14-17.
the bill. This attraction never falls to please
The Bijou (Fred Buchanan, mgr.) Bill week
audiences. The musical numbers received
7: Mclntyre and MacVey, Mills and Barnes, large
an ovation.
Kates -Brothers, Henry Hoffman, Woodford and
Monumental
(James L. Kernan, mgr.)
Marlboro, Jack O'Toole, and the klnedrome to Rose Sydell's Theatre
London Belles, with a bevy of
capacity business. Circus—-W. P. Hall's Show pretty and bewitching girls and very capable
ILLINOIS.
comes 15; Gentry Brothers' Dog and Pony Show comedians, entertained the patrons in Dazzling
19-20; Campbell Brothers' Circus 25.
Nancy or A Trip to The Bottom of The Sea
SPRINGFIELD.—The Chatterton (Geo. W.
CEDAR RAPIDS.—Greene's Opera House (J. and a splendid vaudeville program. Items
Chatterton, res. mgr.) Several first-class attractions are yet to appear at this house. Rich- B. Henderson, mgr.; W. S. Collier, bus. mgr.)Rlngllug Brothers' Circus appeared 17-18, • •
ard Mansfield in Beau -Brummel is booked to Chase-Lister Repertoire Co. played a second River View I'ark opened 13 with the Royal
appear here. The week Just closed brought a weeks' engagement, 7-14, to good houses, closing Artillery Band of Italy as the leading attraction
SYLVAN SCHBNTHAL, 224 Lawrens St. '
return of the highly appreciated Our New Min- the season with capacity -house Sunday, 14.
ister, and if favorable comment is an Index Miller Stock Co. 15'21; Miss Flske 22; HenderMASSACHUSETTS.
to the future attendance, money will always son Stock Co. 23-28; Richard Mansfield In Beau
FALL RIVER—Academy of Music (Calm &
Brummel 29.
await this Al attraction here.
People's Theatre (Edw, Curran, mgr.) Week Grant, mgrs.) Irene Myers In repertoire week
The Gaiety (Smith & Burton, mgrs.) Spring
fair business; company laid off 9 for the
business Is very satisfactory to date, and this 15: Clem C. Magee, crayon artist; Ray W. 8;
of Pllsen, which delighted fair audience.
house will give summer bills. For week 15 the Fay. Jackson and Wentworth, Neola, expert Jug- Prince
Maude
Adams in The Little Minister 15; Kelofferings are Marvelle and Gleason, sketch art- gler; Graham and Carlysle, Chas. F. Marston, lar, magician,
27.
ists; James O'Neill, acrobat; Patrick and Grl- character change artist, and the polyscope;
Sheedy's
New Bijou. The Bufflngton Stock Co.
eson, comedy duo; Harry Bartlett, violin soloist; good business.
presented The Danltes week 8 to well pleased
June and Roberts, blackface, and the life picDUBTWJE.—Grand Opera House (Wm. T. audiences. The Forbidden Marriage week 15
tures.
Roehl, mgr.) Dark past week.
Nickelodeon (M. F. O'Brien, mgr.) Bill week
The Olympic (John Berrlman, mgr.) BusiBijou Theatre (Jake Rosenthal, mgr.) Crowd- 15 Includes Paddy Joyce, Gaffney and -Brown.
ness Is fair, first-class attractions being given ed houses, despite inclement weather. Bill week Albertia,
and the
and a good orchestra engaged. Week 15 gives 14: The Great Jausen Herr & Co., demonstra- vitagraph.Lucle Wulken, The Marguends,
u. A. BLADE.
Goforth and Doyle, comedy sketch; Harry Har- tors of deceptive dexterity; Morris Manley, auHOLYOKE.—Opera House (Jos. Shea mcr )
very, character comedian; DeVere and Dlxon, thor of Just for Fun; Marshall and Ervlns,
comedians; Powers and Freedy, musical novel- sketch; Kates -Brothers, eccentric acrobats; La Liberty Belles 12.
Empire (T. F. Murray, mgr.) Rellly & Wood's
ties; Vesta Montrose, Illustrated songs; and Adella. dancing wonder; Campbell, Dillon and
Big Show 14; benefit to Empire staff; well removing pictures.
Campbell, and the kinodrome.
ceived by good audiences.
The Empire (John Connors, prop.; L. S. AnWATERLOO.—-Brown's Opera House (C. F.
derson, mgr.) Heavy bouses continue nightly, Brown,
MICHIGAN.
mgr.) Dark week 8. Frank E. Long's
and pleasing bills are offered.
Repertoire Co. opened week 15 to good business.
DETROIT. —Temple Theatre (J. H. Moore,
Johnson's Electric Theatre (E. H. Johnson, mgr.) Adgle and her lions as the main feature
JOLIET.—Opera House (Wm. H. Hulshlzer,
mgr.) The Midnight Flyer 10; fair house. The nipr.) Week 15: Samuels. Impersonator; James of the bill are very good. Others are Julian
Flints 14-20; pleased good crowds with their Uuvane, Jennings and Jewell, and moving pic- D. Larklns and Patterson, Hughes Musical Trio.
tures. Circus—Gentry Brothers' Dog and Pony Flood Brothers, and the kinetograph; good
feats of hypnotism and magnetism.
Grand Theatre (Louis Goldberg, mgr.) Week Show 24.
houses. Week 21: Joseph F. Sheehan and
S: Ed. Smith, Mitchell and Love, Campbell,
ANITA.—Johnson's Opera House (H. H. Cate, others.
Dillon and Campbell, Lucy and Lucler, and mgr.) Grime's Moving Picture Show 6; pleased
Detroit Opera House (H. Parent, mgr.) HenThree Jacksons pleased packed houses. Week packed house. Items—Chas. Geyer's Ten Nights rlette Crosman In Nance Oldfield and Mistress
15: Annie Abbott, Taylor and Falrman, Harry Jn a Barroom, under canvas, comes 18. * * Billy Nell week 15; large audiences.
Clinton Sawyer, Del Zarto Sisters, and the Senrab, manager Senrab's Vaudeville Co., Is
Lyceum Theatre (A. Warner, mgr.) Vaughan
polyscope.
visiting for a few days with Manager Cate. He Glaser Stock Co. in The Prisoner of Zenda week
14;
very good, and drawing fairly good houses.
Is
on
his
way
to
Wisconsin
for
a
six
weeks'
outDECATUR.—Powers' Grand Opera House (J.
Next: When We Were Twenty-One
F. Given, mgr.) Our New Minister 8; fairly ing, hunting and fishing.
Lafayette
Theatre (Dr. Campbell, mgr.) The
good business.
Theo. Thomas' Orchestra 10;
MASON CITY.—Wilson's Theatre (C. F. Pedfair business. The Merry Milkmaids 17; Rich- erson, mgr.) Edwin Stan ton (return) 11; The Lafayette Stock In Near The Throne week 14;
playing
to
good
houses. Next: The Charity
ard Mansfield In Beau Brummell 18; The Fac- James Boys in Missouri 13.- Next: Wm. Owen.
Ball.
tory Girl 19; Dora Thome 20. This will probWhitney
Theatre
(Chas. Altman. mgr.) Closed
ably close the season here, although there was
KANSAS.
regular season 13 and are running five and tena repertoire company booked for week 22. Item
PARSONS.—Electric Park will open 19 with cent vaudeville to fair houses.
—The new amusement park has been named
Avenue Theatre (F. D. Drew, mgr.) The
Dreamland. The vaudeville season will open the Casino Stock Co. in Soldiers of Fortune, under the direction of Mr. Hugh Morrison. The Utopians week 14; good houses. The Brigadiers
at the park May 30.
theatre will represent a palin garden with an week 20.
GEO. W. RBNOHARD.
DANVILLE.—Grand Opera House (W. L. Kel- electric
fountain in the foreground. The policy
MAROUETTE.—Opera House (A. Koepke,
ley, mgr.) Raymond Hitchcock in The Yankee of the new
theatre will be to give high- mgr.)
The Burgomaster 8; closed the regular
Consul 11; only fair house. Our New Minister class plays, summer
changing each Monday and Thurs- season with a good house. The summer season
13 (return); good house.
with polite vaudeville between acts. Prof. will open with the Dvorak Davidson Stock Co.
New Bijou (Walter Endall, mgr.) Bill week day,
Patsch
and
his
superb orchestra has l>een en- In repertoire week 15.
15: Foster and Foster, Hawley and Lesley, The
Moving pictures will close the show.
The BIJou (Col. Somers, mgr.) Week 22:
Great Barrington, and The Bennett Sisters. gaged.
The
G.
A.
R.
Encampment
takes place 22-24. The Little Wonder, violinist; Cora Mlskel and
The Calumet Amusement Co. took possession of
CHERRYVALE.—Elstun Brothers' Dog and Gold Dust Twins, Myer and Irwln, Illustrated
the house 15. The house will close July 1 for
Pony Sihow ll; good show, good attendance. songs, and tlie bijouscope to large bouses.
extensive improvements.
W. BiEOKWITH.
BAY CITY.—'Washington Theatre (W. J.
DIXON.—Opera House (Trueman & Eastman, Carnival 15-20.
Daunt, mgr. I Earl of 1'awtncket 10; good busimgrs.) J. C. Lewis In Si Plunkard 11; closed
KENTUCKY.
ness,
pleased audience. Verna May Co. played
season to only fair business.
Item—-Charles
LOUISVILLE.—Avenue Theatre (C. A. Shaw, Nobody's Claim 11^13; good houses. The GarEastman has leased the house from Mrs. E. J.
mgr.)
New
York
Day
iBy
Day
14-20;
highrick
Dramatic
Co. presented The Charity Ball
Trueman for three years, and will book only
first-class attractions.
The house will open class melodrama, full of strong dramatic scenes, 14-1.1: good houses, repeated curtain calls. The
with
a
good
vein
of
comedy.
Singing
and
Verna
May
Co.
and The Garrlck Co. alternate
Aug. 15.
daiH'lng specialties are good. This closes the between here ami Saginaw until June 30. CirROCKFORD.—Grand Opera House (Geo. B. house for the season.
cus—-Wallace
Shows
June 9.
IVek. mgr.) Mrs. Flske In Leah Kleschna 1);
Theatre (C. A. Shaw, mgr.) Closed
SAULT STE. MARIE.—Soo Opera House (W.
ph'iist d capacity. Midnight in Chinatown 12; forMasonic
season.
H. Seach, mgr.) Dale's English Opera Singers
Komi business, SI I'lunkaI'd 13; pleased good
Hopkins' Theatre ( W m . Keichman. mgr.) 10; fair business. John Griffith in Macbeth
business. Martin's U. T. C. 18; Cooper's Pic- Closed.
11; gtw>d business. Roscian Opera Co. in El
tures 21; Ilk-hard Mansfield June 1. This closes
Buckingham Theatre (Wliallen Bros., mgrs.) Capltan. Bohemian Girl and Mikado 12-13; good
the season here.
Sam Devere's Own Co. 14-20; full of many good company. Sommers' Stock Co. 13-20.
MARION.—Opera House (C. M. Hay, mgr.)tilings. The performance starts with a farce,
KALAMAZOO.—Academy of Music (B. A.
Klngslpy-Russell Co. 8-13; fair business. Cir- entitled The Dollar Line, and closes with a burcus—Korepaugh & Sells -Brothers 12; an enor- letta, Harum Scarum. Olio: Sam Devere In Bush, mgr. i Murray Co. week 8-13; good busimous crowd. Account of the grounds being so funny sayings; Gertrude LeClair and Her Picks; ness. Items—The new theatre, the Bijou, seems
soft tin y were camp«lied to omit the evening Marion and Pearl, minstrel stars; The Shrodea, to be a certainty. * • Hagenbeck's Trained
performance,
comedians, and MoCrea, and Poole, target art- A n i m a l s 1.1; full capacity.
ist. This closes the season.
LUDINGTON.—Opera House (U. S. Grant,
INDIANA.
Macauley's Theatre (John T. Macauley, mgr.) mgr. I A Burglar's Sweetheart 9; fair house.
GwKlhue Stock Co. in Notre Dame l.'-20; iHd Ark.insnw 1U; Twelfth Night 20.
EVANSVILLE.—Th* Grand (Pedley & Burch. The
houses. The principal roles are taken by
FLINT.—Stone's Theatre (Albert C. Pegg,
mgrs.) Wllhelm Tell, presented In German, 11; good
Emmet C. King, Geo. Hassell, Corlnne Cantwell, mgr.) The Powers of Good and Evil 13; fair
giMul performance, packed house.
Ka
t
liryn
Haye,
and
Edwin
Forsbi-rg.
The
probusiness.
Circus—Sells & Downs 12; pleased
Cook's Park. The formal opening occurred 14,
is under the personal direction of Oscar big crowds afternoon and evening; fine show
and was a pronounced success, about ten thou- duction
finjrlo,
late
stage
manager
for
Liebler
&
Co.
and
good
management.
sand people being In attendance. Among the The Lost Paradise 22-27.
features is a ( I l a n t Swing, Penny Arcade, LaughHopkins* Fontaine Ferry Park (Wm. Reich- DOWAGIAC.— Beckwlth Memorial Theatre (W.
ing Gull ry. Cave of The Winds, House of
mgr.) Week 14-20 the jresort Js crowded T. Leckie, mgr.) Mildred Holland in The TriTrouble, Roller Coaster, and bandstand where man,
nightly.
Bill In the theatre Includes Billy Van, umph of an Empress April 25: nice audience.
concerts are given every evening. Vaudeville the minstrel
m a n ; Four Rlanos, acrobats; Hal- Twelfth Night 9; only fair audience.
opened l."i w i t h the following bill: The Ronalds, ley and Median,
Emerson and Omega,
HANCOCK.—Kerredge Theatre (Ray Kerredge,
Frank Flnney, Howard and LInder, Bessie Tay- comedy sketch. comedians;
'Next:
McMahon's Minstrel mgr.) A Little Outcast 18.
lor, Hiinul.vu and Ward, and the klnetosoope. Maids head the bill.
Mr. SielTcrt, the proprietor, deserves unlimited
MINNESOTA.
Klverview Park (Lura Simons, mgr.) Eicsuccess this season as he has spared no ex- horn's
Concert Hand 14-20; good crowds. Items
ST, CLOUD.—Davidson Opera House (E. T.
pense to minis • his patrons.
—'Pain's Fireworks Spectacle, and The Fall of Davidson, mgr.) Ole Olson 9; topheavy house.
MARION.—Grand Theatre (H. Sommers, mgr.) Port Arthur will hold forth week of June 12. * * I'M. Andrews' Opera. Co. In Birds of a Feather
Opened l.'i w i t h vaudeville to packed house, with Hurry Clay has been appointed general door 11: good performance, good business. Milwaukee
the following excellent bill: May Ward and keeper of the theatre at Hopkins Fontaine Ferry German Theatre Co. 14-15; Stetson's U. T. C.
Hay ward. It. E. Lively, Delia Wilson, Hatch Park. * * Frank Shrlner of the Avenue Theatre Co. 16.
The Billboard
DULUTH.—Lyceum Theatre (Chas. A. Marshall, i i i - r . i The Marriage of Kitty 9-10; made
a decided hit; business fairly good. The Burgomaster 13; very good business. The Little
Outcast 16; The Plttsburg Orchestra 22; Courtney Stock Co. week June 1; Red Feather June 10.
Metropolitan Opera House (John T. Condon,
mgr.) Harry Corson Clarke Is playing an Indefinite engagement. This Is one of the best attractions the liouse has presented this season. Business excellent.
Show Girl, with Hilda Thomas, was the closing Irene Lee, Axtell and Howard, Merrltt Rozelle, Co. week 8; good business. A Convict's Daughattraction and did big business.
Herr Von Hauf, Ira Kessnrr, and the vltagraph; ter week 15; fair crowds.
Star Theatre (A. H. Schonberg, mgr.) Phil business shows no sign of decreasing.
East End Park (A. B. Morrison, mgr.) Big
Sheridan's City Sports Burlesque Co. was seen
Mountain Lake Park will open Decoration Day. crowds week 8. Eight Society Belles. Juggling
here this week. This attraction was one of the
Mowatts, Kedouln Arabs, Lindsay's Dogs and
OHIO.
best of the season. The burlesque presented was
Monkeys make up the vaudeville bill week 15.
a two-act travesty entitled Maid's of Slam,
COLUMBUS.—Interest centered this week In
KNOXVILLE.—Staub's Theatre (Fritz Staub,
which pleased. The olio was very strong; busi- the opening of the two summer stock companies, mgr.)
The Frank Wallace Co. closed their seaness to capacity all week. Next: Rose Hill the Vnughan-Glaser at the Great Southern, and son 13, after six weeks of good performances,
Co.
the Empire Musical Comedy Co. at the Empire. and will now disband, the members of the comGayety Theatre (James Clark, mgr.) The Laura NVlson Hall heads the company at the pany leaving for their respective homes.
Trocadero Burlesquers had a big week. Next: Southern. She Is an old favorite and her apPark Theatre.
Peruchi-Gypzene Co. opened
The City Sports.
MISSOURI.
pearance for the first time In many moons was their season 15 to good business, despite heavy
Bostock's, Coney Island (Frank C. Bostock, loudly cheered Monday evening. The play for rain storm. The outlook for this company is
KANSAS CITY,—The Willis Wood (Wood- mgr.)
This attraction opened Saturday at this week Is The Adventures of Lady Ursula.
ward & Burgess Am. Co., mgrs.) T. Daniel Coney Island In the large wild animal arena Louis Albion, another old Empire favorite, was better than It has been for several years.
NASHVILLE.—BIJou Theatre (Allen Jenkins,
Frawley In Hansom's Folly was the attraction
Dreamland. This Is the third season for welcomed back in no uncertain terras and his
Mary Marble in Nancy Brown 8-13;
18-20.
Supported by his usual company of
ostock at Coney Island, and the show is work was well done, as was that of the wholt mgr.)
crowded
houses. Mary Marble and Little Chip
capable people Mr. Frawley attracted houses
ronger than ever and no doubt this season will company.
in The Knickerbocker Girl 15-20.
of comfortable proportions throughout the ena record breaker. The acts presented the
At
the
Empire
the
Musical
Comedy
Co.
was
Glendale
Park (Y. C. Alley, mgr.) Highgagement. Richard Mansfield 22-24; Marloweening week were Bonavlta and his lions; assuredly given the glad hand. The Belle of
Sotheni Co. 29-81.
orelll, the Jaguar Queen; Prof, Miller and his New York was greeted by a packed house and class vaudeville 8-13.
1
The Grand (Hudson & Judab, mgrs.) David
gers; McPherson. Sellca, Aurora and the polar curtain calls wen much In order. Edna May's
UNION CITY.—Reynolds' Opera House (J. C.
Hlgglns1 latest play, His Last Dollar, brought
•ars, and many other acts. No one can afford old part, In which she won such fair renown, Reynolds, mgr.) Because I Love You 11; pleased1
out fair sized crowds week 14. The play Is a
> miss this attraction.
was taken by Miss Mae Kilcoyne, a vivacious, crowded house. Carnival—-Alabama Carnival
good one, the company engaged In Its presenBergen Beach is now open and it promises and thoroughly charming soiibretu. Big lilts Co. 15-20.
tation Is composed of clever people, and the > be one of the leading beaches this season, were scored by John Young and E. Colt AlbertTEXAS.
scenic effects are realistic to a degree, making
any new attractions have been added, and for son. In fact the whole company more than made
In all an excellent production.
SAN ANTONIO.—Electric Park (S. H. Wels,
few hours of amusement it is the place to go. good and Empire patrons are already engaging
The Gllllss (E. S. Brigham, mgr.) Dora
mgr.) Albert Taylor Stock Co. In The Private
Steeplechase Park, Coney Island (Geo. Tu- seats for the entire season.
Thome, a dramatization of Bertha M. Clay's
rn, mgr.) Many new attractions are seen here
John Vogel's Big Jumstrels appear at the Secretary, with polite vaudeville, 14-20.
novel of that name, was presented by Rowland
ils season and thousands attend here daily.
CLEBURNE.—Brown's Opera House (John C.
Grand on Friday and Saturday, lit and 20.
& Clifford's Co. week 14, and fab: business reBrighton Beach and Pork (W. A. Brady, and the sale of seats loudly proclaim the fact Brown, mgr.) Dark; nothing booked.
sulted. Next: Deadwood Dick.
gr.) This new park opens on Decoration Day. that lie Is very popular in this, his home town.
The Auditorium (Woodward & Burgess Am. he leading attraction will be The Boer War,
VERMONT.
More To Be Pitied Than Scorned is doing very
Co., mgrs.) The Woodward Stock Co. made
original spectacle managed by Capt. A. W. well at the High Street, turning 'em away at
RUTLAND.—Opera House (Boyle & Brehemer,
more than good week 14, with Kathleen Mavourewis. The other attractions are U. 6. Life every performance. King Brangot Is making an mgr.)
A Jolly American Tramp 11; Libert;
neen as the bill. Business excellent. Next: aving Station, South African Village, the largest Impression in the leading role. The Bohemian
The Man From The West.
*enic railroad in the world, one mile of board- Burlesquers follow, this being the first bur- Belles 18; A Hot Old Time 19.
The Orpheum (Martin Lehman, mgr.) Season
ST. ALBANS.—Wnush's Opera House (T. R.
alk on the ocean front, and many high-class lesque show seen here this season.
closed.
nigr.) A Jolly American Tramp 13;
ttractions now being booked. There will be no
Olentangy Park Is featuring Llberati and his WaiiKh,
The Century (Joseph J. Barrett, mgr.) Sea- barge for admission to Brighton Beach, which band
this week and he is drawing big business. Liberty Belles 22.
son closed.
111 also contain many novelties. Most of the The park Is very popular and all the attractions
VIRGINIA.
The Majestic (Sam Benjamin, mgr.) Busi- oncesalons are being rapidly taken up and only are getting their share of the large receipts.
NORFOLK.—The Granby (Jake Wells, les.;
ness fair week 14, when George Delmas and
few are now left. It Is a chance for live
This
Is
the
final
week
for
both
the
High
Street
Olson Brothers were the features of a bill nes to make big money here.
Theatre and the Grand Opera House. Business L. Joe LeKauclieur, mgr.) Walter Edwards Co.
which further Included Lillian Waltone, Wm. H.
Luna Park (Thompson & Dundy, mgrs.) Luna throughout the season has been very large and In A Fighting Chance 8-13; a strong drama, well
Wlndom, Bohannon and Corey, Booth Sisters, 'ark Is more beautiful than ever this season, the
to good business. Darkest Russia 15class of attractions has been uniformly good. presented
The Pierces, and the klnetoscope.
Season 'housands of visitors attended dally during the
The Factory Girl 22-27.
Hagenbeck's Famous Show exhibits here for 20;Academy
of Music (Jake ..ells, les.; Otto
closes 27.
penlng week and Luna Park will no doubt be two days next week, 22 and 23. The whole
Yale's Theatre (Lloyd Brown, mgr.) Bragg
Wells, mgr.) Otis Skinner in The Harvester 10popular as ever. On the opening night
Is covered with their paper and the various 20.
The
conclusion
of this engagement closes
and Ashton In a clever singing and dancing 'hompson & Dundy were In receipt of many town
are extremely well displayed and are the most successful season
in the history of tflft
act; Weaver and Jones, Geo. W. Evers, Zampa, "oral pieces, one of which was a handsome stands
J. R. HAGUE.
Franklin J. Groh, and the klnodrome were the orse shoe seven feet high, from the Coney of the best printing.
house.
UHKICHSVILLE.—City
Opera
House
(Elvln
The
Bijou
(A.
Smith,
mgr.)
Bill week 15:
acts which drew fair houses to this house week sland firemen; another was an enormous heart
Van Ostran, mgrs.) Edison Moving Pictures Three Melroy Sisters. Lou Fullman, John West,
14. Season closes shortly.
f carnations. Port Arthur, the leading feature A
16-17.
Circus—Rlngling
'Brothers'
Shows
8;
fine
Klrke
and
Drew,
Abbott
Sisters,
Connolly
BrothThe National (Walter T. Terry, mgr.) Sea- f Luna Park, will not be opened until Decorason closed 20, with a big amateur carnival. ion Day, and another big attraction will be performance to good business. The management rs, Bijou Trio, and stock; business continue!
Closing bill enlisted the services of The Bartele- pen on May 20. Fire and Flames, A Trip to announced during the afternoon performance that good.
Manhattan (Crlnnian Bros., mgrs.) Bill week
mes, Lyne and Kennedy, Andrew Larrvee, 'he Moon, and several of the other shows, are the attendance that afternoon was the reeord
Holmes and Deane, Kapler and Knopp, and the low open and doing big business. The admission breaker of this season, all seats being occupied 5: May Lemuels, Lillian Gardner, Emma Waiterrlscope.
o A Trip to The Moon Is only ten cents this and fully 1,000 persons sitting at the edge of ace, Barry and Penman, Parker and Florence,
Woodville and Moore, and Costley and Dean.
Forest Park (John D. Hopkins, les.; A. G. eason. Many new attractions will be added the hippodrome track on the grass.
Peterson, mgr.) Although the park season Is as urlng the season such as Thelgorrote Village,
PlftUA.—May's Opera House (Chas. H. May, About $2,500 is being expended on a system of
yet not fairly on, business at this resort was 'he big, open-air circus Is one of the leading mgr.)
Ted E. Faust Minstrels 6; pleased large lowers which, when completed, will make this
very fair week 14, when Clara Ballerlnl, grace- ree drawing attractions. Visitors to Luna Park audiences. Wilhelm Tell in German 16; pleased house the coolest In the south.
The Acme (Wilkerson & Manzle, mgrs.) Bill
ful trapezlst, and Blmm, Bomm, Brrr, In their an take the Luna Park Express from the large crowd. A Royal Slave 24; Verna May
week 15: Milton Frankford, Marie Bell, Alice
musical act, were the features of a good vau- Bridge direct to Luna Park, also a line of Stock Co. opens 29 for summer engagement.
Lomas,
Bobby Taylor, Mamie fiurcaw. Mile.
deville bill In the theatre. Items—Everything
utomoblles are run from Twenty-second street
STEUBENVILLE.—Grand Opera House (C. W.
Is In readiness for the opening of Falrmount and and Broadway, New York City, to the park.
Miller Sisters, Mamie West, May Mason
Maxwell, mgr.) Metropolitan Juvenile Opera Co. Ardell,
Electric Parks 28. • * Harry Thalman, treasurer
and
Grace
Francis.
N. B. OROWDEE.
The Johnstown Flood (H. A. Bradwell, mgr.)
closes season. Circus—Pawnee Bill's Wild
of the Willis Wood, goes to Denver at the close I'liis attraction Is doing big business and the 18;
WEST VIRGINIA.
of his local season, where he will be connected arge auditorium Is hardly enough to seat all West 8; two performances to S. R. O.
BOWLING GREEN.—Chldester Theatre (J. T.
with the business staff of Elltch's Gardens dur- he patrons. People who have visited similar
WESTON.—Camden Opera House (Geo. V.
ing the summer. * * Mme. Gadski and the Pitts ihows pronounce this attraction the best of Its Hutchlnson. mgr.) Lyman Howe's Pictures 15; Fluster, mgr.) Bennett-Moulton Co. 8-13; good
burg Orchestra, attracted a big audience to their kind.
pleased fair audience.
Business. House closed for season. Manager
concert In Convention Hall 14.
C. H. S.
Finster retires after Sept. 1, and the house
From New York to The North Pole, one of
PENNSYLVANIA.
will be run by Messrs. Whelan, Osborne *
he leading features at the St. Louis Fair, will
NEW YORK.
be seen at Coney Island this season. It will
SHAMOKIN.—G. A. R. Opera House (J. F. Edwards.
be located on Surf avenue where Mt. Pelee was Osier, mgr.) Metropolitan Juvenile Opera oo.
FAIRMONT.—Grand Opera House (J. B.
BROOKLYN.—Most of the theatres In Brook
ast season. The building is being remodeled 10; fair business.
Powell, mgr.) When Jobnny Comes Marching
lyn are now closed and all of the houses have and the opening date will be May 27.
Family Theatre (W. D. Nields. mgr.) Bill Home 29. Circus—Wallace's Show 15; cahad a very profitable season of light comic opera
Galveston Flood (Teft Johnson, mgr.) The week 15 Includes Mme. Schell's Lions, Deltor- pacity business both performances; show excelat the Orpheum. Some of the stock houses lalveston Flood on Surf avenue Is doing big elli and Glissando, Bevan and Desmonde, Ed
here will remain open until late In June. Luna luslness. The scenery has all been reset this wards and Kernel, Wallis and Maglll. Wm. J lent.
WISCONSIN.
Park. Dreamland and other attractions at Coney season, and the scenic effects are perfect. Mr. Stratton, and moving pictures to packed houses
Island had a big opening week's business. Bos Teft Johnson, the well-known showman, who
Edgewood Park (M. H. Cnlp. mgr.) Opened
MILWAUKEE.—Work Is being rushed on both
lock's Animal Show, with all the Paris Hippo was manager of a big scenic production In 13 to big business. Items—The Metropolitan Wonderland and Pabst Parks, and It is stated
drome features, is turning them away at Coney dreamland last season, Is managing the Gal Juvenile Opera Co. closed here 10. account of that they will be ready to open May 27. The
Island. Pain's Fireworks, The Fall of For veston Flood this season. Mr. Johnson has poor business. • • Big Sautelle & Walsh Broth- opening date of Whiteflsh Bay Resort na» not
Arthur, and the Manhattan Beach Theatre wil many novel Ideas and he is managing the Gal- ers' Shows 13; large business. • * Barnum & yet been announced, but with a continuance of
open about June 17. The Brighton Pike and "alveston Flood a big winner.
Bailey's Shows are billed for 24.
present weather It will probably be in the
The Boer War will open May 27. The Brighton
Dreamland, Coney Island (W. H. Reynolds,
CORRY.—Armory Theatre (C. T. Trimble, near future.
Beach Music Hall opens early in June and -Mor pres.) Dreamland has a host of new attractions
Davidson Theatre. A crowded house greeted
mgr.)
Morgan
Hewitt
Stock
Co.
8-10;
business
rlson's Theatre at Rockaway Beach opens abou this si>ason, and the opening week's business
Joe Weber's Stock Co. 14. The show is good
June ID. The season at the beaches Is lookei was very large and a successful season Is looked only fair. Season closes 18, with Hadley's Mov- from start to finish.
ing
Pictures.
Items—Robinson's
Circus
10;
big
forwarded to as a very successful one.
forward to. The beautiful resort has been enAlhambra. Vivian's Papas, with Miss CaroBroadway Theatre (Leo C. Teller, mgr.) Th. tirely remodeled and many changes have been business. The show Is cleaner and better than line Hull In the leading role, opened a week's
season closed here this week with the Lew made. A few of the attractions to be seen ever before. * * Walter Sherwln, who closed run 14 and delighted a crowded house. Next:
Fields' Theatre Co. in It Happened In Nordland In Dreamland are Bostock's Animals, with Bo- with Porter I. White's Faust 13, Is the guest Oastleton Opera Co.
The cast was the original one and big business navlta and his lions; The Midget City, The of Manager Trimble for a few days.
•Bijou. Escaped From Sing Sing drew crowded
GREENSBURG Oakford Park, along the houses
was the rule for the week. This theatre ha Flea Circus, The Big Fire Show, Hell Gate,
here week 14. Next: All Around Chihad a very successful season. Manager Telle Sir Hiram Maxims' Airship and many other big, line of the I'lttsburg, McKeesport and Greens- cago.
will spend the summer at his beautiful horn new attractions. Creation, a new attraction burg Street Railway, will be thrown open to the
Star. Who's a Liar, and Zaza, with a clever
at Arvene, Long Island, and his theatre wll from St. Louis Fair, will be opened In a short public May 30 under the management of M. company and good music are the features of the
The summer theatre will open Weber Duchess Co. week 14. Olio: Chas. Robopen early in September. The summer stoc time. A big hippodrome track is a feature this A. Coffee.
company will open here 22.
season. Many new shows will be added during June .1. the attractions being booked by Frank inson. James and Sadie Leonard. Benzetta and
Folly Theatre (Bennett .. ilson, mgr.) Ohas the summer.
GEO. H. HAKES,
Melville of New York City.
Belalr and Frederick and Frederick.
Next:
E. Blaney presented Howard Hall In The Mi!
290 Broadway, N. Y. C.
JOHNSTOWN.—Cambria Theatre (H. N. New York Stars. Item—Work has been started
llonalre Detective this week and pleased a fai
Sherer, mgr.) The Royal Slave 18; good busi- on a new vaudeville theatre which Manager
TROY.
—
Griswold
Opera
House
(M.
Rels,
week's business. This was the closing attrac
ness. Running for Office 18; Isle of Spice 31. O. F. Miller will erect. It will probably open
tion, and the season has been the best In th mgr. ; H. U. Hayden, res. mgr.) Isle of Circus—Rlngling Brothers' Circus 12; two per about the holidays.
history of the house. Mr. Wilson, besides beln Spice 11; good house. In Dahomey 12; capacity formances to large business. Parade one of the
JANESVILLE.—Myers 1 Grand Opera House
manager of the Folly Is the general manager o business. Roger Brothers In Paris 13; fine per- best ever seen here.
Pawnee Ibal's Wild (P. L. Myers, mgr.) French Stock Co. 8-10;
the Hyde & Behaian Amusement Co., and durin formance. Francis Wilson 20.
West
29.
fair business, good shows. Bast Lynne 17; good
Lyceum Theatre (Burns < ; i l i u m , mgr.) Mortithe summer he will have 'his hands full as &
BRADFORD.—New Bradford Theatre (Jay performance, fair business. This house will
mer Snow Stock Co. week 8 presented Leah, The
the theatres controlled by this company wi
Forsaken, to large and delighted audiences, j North, mgr.) Mildred Holland In The Triumph close a very prosperous season June 5, and
be redecorated.
Orpheum Theatre (Percy G. Williams, mgr. Miss Warren as Leah held the audience spell of an Empress 10; pleased fair house. Lyman will reopen about Aug. 10.
West Side Theatre (C. Burdlck, mgr.) Bill:
The management presented the usual stron bound by her magnificent acting. My Partner Howe's Pictures 12; only fair house. Item—
Harrlgan. the tramp juggler, Is visiting rela- Emerson, Geo. Wilson and DeMonvllle, Geo. and
vaudeville bill this week. The headliners wer week 15, with Mr. Snow as Joe Saunders.
May Woodward, George Hatch and Foster and
Rand's Opera House (M. Rels, mgr.: H. R. tives here.
The Four Mortons, and others were The Hengle
Sisters, Cressy and Dayne, Union Gatllng Guardi Hayd.'n, res. mgr.l Milton Aborn's polite vauBEAVER FALLS.—.Lyceum Theatre (S. Han Henderson. Item—C. H. Adklns, manager of
Fanny Race, Clement DeLeon, Mllanl Trio, Chai deville, with Fred Ward as manager, closed Sat- auer. mgr.) Pinafore 17; When Johnny Comes Car No. 2 Forepaugh & Sells Brothers' Circus,
urday,
13,
after
a
very
successful
run
of
ten
Kenna, Lawson and Namon, Clara Morris, an
Marching Home 20; latter attraction closes the was In Janesville, 16, making ready for the
the vltagraph; business was excellent all th weeks. The house will reopen about Sept. 1.
season here. House will reopen Sept. 2. Clr appearance of the show 30.
Laureate
Grounds.
Humpty
Dumpty
Pantoweek. Next week the season of comic opera be
cus—Pawnee Bill's Wild West 10; pleased very
WAUBAU.—Grand Opera House (C. S. Cone,
mime 8-13; gave fine performance to large audi- large crowds.
mgr.)
East Lynne 11; good house. Ben H«ni gins.
Cr F. MAHONEY.
Payton's Lee Avenue Theatre (S. S. Allei ences.
WILLIAMSPORT.—Lycomlng Opera House (L drlcks In Ole Olson 14. Item—The ushers of
mgr.)
The stock company presented The Co
ELMIRA.—Rialto Theatre (F. W. McConnell, J. Fisk, mgr.) Shore Acres 13; pleased two the Grand have named their baseball team The
leen Bawn this week. Corse Payton was see mgr.) Koppe, Al. Massey and Ella Kramer, good audiences. The hquse has closed for the Billboard Nine. The team Is composed entirely
In the play, supported by the entire stoc Mile, Jeannetta Martella. May Nellson. Kennedy season and many Improvements will be made of ushers, and under the above title they should
company; business continues good. Next: Ett and Grady, James D. Proudlove, and the bio- before the opening of the next season.
win many laurels.
Crystal Theatre (Mr. Stuart, mgr.) Week 8:
Reed Payton in Camllle.
graph drew large and well-pleased houses 8-13.
SHARON.—.Morgan Grand Opera House (M Bozanka and Radcliffe, Mllle. Hilda, Baby
Phillips' Lyceum (Lou-Is Phillips, mgr.) Th
St. James Hall. London Assurance 9; large Rels,
les.;
Lee
Norton,
mgr.)
Howe's
Pictures
stock company presented An Orphan's Prayer.
Byrle, Jolly Jennie Colburn, Bill (Swede) Hall,
house.
Park Theatre (Wm. J. Hyde, mgr.) Th
Items—Columbia Park
Rorlck's Theatre (Herbert Salinger, mgr.) 10; pleased fair house. Circus—Pawnee Bill's and the kinodrome.
pro
Span of Life, with the original Donazettas an Mathew Minstrels 22-June 3; Manhattan Opera Wild West 12; fair business.
opened 14, with a special program.
• • Forea first-class company, did well. The seaso Co. June 5-Sept. 16.
JOHNSONBURG. — Armstrong Opera House paugh-Sells Brothers' Circus Jun
June 3.
(Johnsonburg Am. Co., mgrs.) Shore Acres 9
closed here Saturday night.
The Casino Theatre has closed.
ASHLAND.—Grand Opera House (W. T.
Bijou Theatre (Mary G. Spooner, mgr.) Th
good business.
J. M. BEERS.
Seeger, mgr.) East Lynne 3; fair business.
warm weather does not affect business wl:
MEADVILLE.—Academy of Music (E. H. Nor Grace Charlesworth 4; fair business. My Friend
CANANDAIGUA.—Grand Opera House (Mr.
the Spooner Stock Co., and the Spooners ai
ris. mgr.) Holty Toity 12; pleased good house From Arkansaw 6; good business. Walter Fane
Levy,
mgr.)
Fordham
Stock
Co.
15-20.
Cirsuch big drawing cards that no doubt they con! cus—Robinson's Circus Is billed for 26.
Stock Co. week 8; good business. A Little
season closed.
pack this theatre all summer. The play pK
Outcast 17; Sweethearts 27; Flora DeVoss Stock
GLOVERSVILLE.—Darling Theatre (Will E.
TENNESSEE.
duced this week was Polly of The Cdrcus, wit
Co. week 29.
Gaut, mgr.) When Johnny Comes Marching
Miss Cecil Spooner as star. Next: 7-20-8.
MEMPHIS.—Lyceum
(F.
Gray,
mgr.)
Van
MARSHFIELD.—Adler Theatre (Philip Adler.
Home 11; pleased large house. May Irwln In
Majestic Theatre (Chas. R. Sturgis, mgr
derbilt Glee Club 10; good crowd. This house mgr.) Business continues good at this house.
The first season of this beautiful theatre close Mrs. Black 19 Back 19.
closed
10.
after
a
splendid
season.
Coming
.attractions: The Burgomaster, Ole
Family Theatre (R. O. Hyde, res. mgr.) Bill
Saturday night. Manager Sturgis Is to be co
Bijou (B. M. Stainbaeh, mgr.) Olympla Opera Olson and East Lynne.
gratulated on the success of the house. Tb week 15: Pero and Wilson, Doherty's Poodles,
The Billboard
KENOSHA.—Rhode Opera House (Jos. G.
Rhode, ingr.) Jack Hoeffler Stock Co. in Jess*
James 7; good business. J. C. Lewis In SI
Plunkard 14; good business. Bennett-Moulton
Co. 21-28.
Bijou Family Theatre (OBrlen & Jones, mgrs.)
Bill week 15: Barney First, Baby Gladys, Mack
Sisters, Gallando, Ryan and Douglas, and moving pictures; business continues good.
MERRILL.—Manager Roberts of the New
Opera House, reports business very good, and
says lie has some of the best attractions on the
road for June. East Lynne, Ole Olson, and
The Pabst Stock all played to good business.
Hewitt's Exposition Co. was here week 8 son on Sunday next, and the present outlook
CONNECTICUT.
and did good business. All the shows are re- seems highly successful for them. What Is
SOUTH NOHWALK.—Hoyi'H Theatre (I. M. flned a n d morai and everyone was pleased.
doing chiefly in St. Louis is as follows:
Hoyt, mgr.) Daniel Ryan 11-13; S. R. O. ; «MI
T « T TT«.»T ft™**
Garrick Theatre. DeWolf Hopper will close
Repertoire: A Southern Romance, Jim The Pen-1 , .. pIJ,I°AN CITY.—Washington Park Theatre a two weeks' engagement Sunday night in
—~
(Fred
Feltou,
uigr.)
The
Beggar
Prince
Opera
man, The Circus Girl, and The Mad King. ChesWang.
It has been a most artistic revival and
ter DeVonde 20-June 3, closes the season for Co. 27-June 9. Rodney Stock Co. opens an in- has greatly pleased everyone. The Garrlck will
himself and the house, with a week of re- definite engagement, June 10.
close with this attraction. It is regretted that
VINCENNES. — McJlmsey Theatre
(Frank Mr. Harry Sweatman is to leave us, even for
pertoire. He will summer here rehearsing and
staging new pla.va for the coming season. Cir- Green, mgr.) Railroad Jack 19; drew good so short a time as the summer season, as a
house.
cus—Frank A. Robblns' 19; two performances.
more pleasing and well favored person has selLincoln Park. The Newsboys' Quartet 14; dom come among ns.
drew big crowd. Free dancing was a feature.
DELAWARE.
Columbia Theatre. The closing bill at the
Columbia Is one that Is pleasing and drawing
WILMINGTON.—Grand Opera House closed
IOWA.
nicely. It Includes Wilfred Clark & Co., Lew
Its season with AI. Leech In Girls Will Be
IOWA FALLS.—Metropolitan Opera House (E. Hawkins, Gallagher and Barrett, VonKleln and
Girls 0.
O. Ellsworth, mgr.) Rooney Boys Concert 17; Gibson. The Mlddletons, Esher Sisters, PaulOarrlck Theatre closed 13.
William
Owen & Co. In Othello 23. Circus- ton and Doley, Ward and Curran, Leah Russell,
Lyceum Theatre closed with The Smart Set 17.
Gentry Brothers' Shows 25; Adam Forepaugh Naomi Ethardo, and Constantlnean & Lawrence.
G. C. PORTER.
& Sells Brothers Shows June 9.
Imperial Theatre. The Rnjaero Stock Co.
ARKANSAS.
opened a supplementary season at the Imperial
GEORGIA.
MARYLAND.
Sunday
to a good house, with A Broken Heart,
HOT SPRINGS.—New Auditorium (Brigham
ATLANTA.-^Tbe Grand (H. L. and J. L. DeCUMBrSLAND.—Academy of Music (Mellin- by Esther Rujearo, and pleased. It was well
& Head, uigrs.) Closed for the season.
Give,
mgrs.)
Closed
for
the
summer
after
a
put
on
and the cast a capable one; business
Grand Opera House (Brigham & Head, mgrs.) highly successful season of thirty-four weeks. ;er Bros., mgrs.) Herald Square Opera Co.
Dark.
-10; fair business.
This closes the season, satisfactory. Next: Crust of Society.
The
Bijou
(Jake
Wells,
les.)
Closed
for
sumHavlln's
Theatre. The James Boys In Mis[any Improvements are needed and It Is thought
Wlilttlngton Park opened season 15 to fair
mer; the past season extending over thirtyAttendance.
lat the new city council coming on June 1, souri Is the closing attraction at this house.
six weeks has been quite satisfactory.
•111 hurry them to completion for next season, It opened to a good crowd, and has been doing
CALIFORNIA.
The Star (J. B. Thompson, mgr.) Vaudeville 'nder canvas—Rlngllng Brothers' Circus 13; nicely. It Is thrilling enough to please all.
LOS ANGELES.—Mason Opera House (H. C. continues to be the drawing card at this thea- •S.OOO people at two performances; everybody The company Is capable and the show well
put on.
Wyatt, les. and mgr.) Margaivt Anglin, sup- tre, which will remain open during the heated leased.
Standard Tin atre. The Bohemian Burlesquers
|H>rtiul by Frank Worthing and a strong com- season.
MASSACHUSETTS.
The Casino (Jake Wells, les.) Billy Clifford
opened to good business and pleased. It has
pany, nre booked for s**ven performances. Miss
SPRINGFIELD.—Poll's Theatre (Charles W. some good comedians and a good looking chorus.
Anglin brings her four strongest productions and a clever company of entertainers opened this
onda, mgr.) Week 15: Navajo Girls, t'lo The olio consists of acts by Hlgglns and Bergintact and a wardrobe that will be a joy to the playhouse for the summer season 15. How He rwin
& Co., Trans-Atlantic Four, Carita Day, man, at. John and Nicolai, Gardner and Murray.
feminine heart. The opening bill Is Zira. The Won Her was the offering and drew very good
"Ills
Nowlln Trio, Edwin Keough & Co., Geo.The World's Trio, and August Fnust, the
attendance
all
the
week.
With
the
closing
of
second Wll will be Pinero's The Second Mrs.
I.
Diamond,
and the electrograph.
Excellent wrestler, as an added feature; business satis
the
theatres
the
pleasure
seekers
are
flocking
Tanqueray. the third play of the repertoire is
Mariana, and the closing bill will b*' The Lady o the parks. Ponce de Leon, the playground aow, capacity business. Henry E. Dixey In factory. Next: Sam Devere's Own Co.
lavld
Garrlck
is
the
headliner
for
next
week|
Globe Theatre. The attendance is still at
Paramount. The advance sale of seats has t Atlanta, opened in a blaze of glory, 15.
Court Square Theatre. Two weeks, beginning the satisfactory point n t the Glob
Many new and meritorious attractions are in
anil Manbeen unusually large.
5,
Daniel
Ryan
Stock
Co.
presenting
Monte
ager_______
Rice will___________
run Indefinitely.
_.
.
e Mil thU
Iturbank Theatre (Oliver Morosco. les. and >perntion and receive liberal patronage from
rlsto,
Virglnius
and
other
high-class
dramas
he
public.
week
includes
Peerless
Quartet.
Barker
and
mgr.)
Week of 15. New England Folks Is the
The skating auditorium continues to draw t popular prices. Mr. Ryan Is capably sup- Barker. Mayer and Harrington. Walter Robinoffering of the Burbunk Stock Co. Manager
orted
and
playing
to
good
business.
arge
crowds,
this
form
of
amusement
being
son,
Thelma
Foster,
Lulu
Besselnnm.
and
the
Mornsfo has engaged Vail de Vernon for the role
Nelson Theatre. Closed 13 after a successful Stock Co. In Kitty and The Baby; business
of Rose Dunham, and that her success Is as- ery popular here at present.
D.
E.
MOOREHEAD,
eason
of
high-class
burlesque.
Circus—Ringgood.
sured was demonstrated on the opening night.
Ing Brothers' advertising car arrived 14, and
812 Fourth Natl. Bank bldg.
•Broadway Theatre (East St. Louis. 111.) The
Belasco Theatre ( I I . B. Blackwood, mgr.) Her
ave the town papered for their performance Will O' The Wisp played to good business 13-14.
Majesty holds the boards at this playhouse, preILLINOIS.
or June 5.
DAVID M. PROCTOR.
The bookings for balance of season as follows:
sented by the Helaseo Stock Co. to good adI'nder Two Flags (I,eora Spencer Co.) 1!>: Cavantage. The play Includes the entire Belasco
CHICAGO Illinois Theatre (WJ11 J. Davis,
MICHIGAN.
mllle 20; Slaves of The Orient 21: Robert Kmcast. The usual good patronage continues.
mgr.) Joe Weber's Stock Co.; tremendous buslmett
23; A Mountain Waif 27; Lyceum Comedy
SAGINAW.—Academy (J. M. Ward, mgr.)
Grand Opera House (Thomas Baker, mgr.) iess.
Two Little Sailor Boys, a thrilling melodrama,
Powers' Theatre (Harry J. Powers, mgr.) Happy Hooligan 0; fair business. Richard & Co. 28.
Forest
Park Highlands. A large attendance
Cringle's Minstrels 7; fair house. Earl of
by the Ulrlch Stock Co., Is packing the Grand Jrae Sehumann-Helnk In Love's Lottery.
every performance.
Grand Opera House (Harry Askin, mgr.) Mrs. 'awtucket 11; big business. Garrlck Summer was again on hand at the opening of this
week's
exceptionally
clever vaudeville offerOrpheum (Clarence Drown, mgr.) May Yokes, Wiggs of The Cabbage Patch; big business. stock Co. opened their summer engagement here
; good business. The Verna May Co. In No- Ing; it pleased greatly and included acts by
one of the most popular character actresses on Commencing Sunday, 28, Lew Fields' Co. In It
Tim
MeMahon's
Midgets.
MrMnhon and Chapjody's Claim 14-17; Garrlck Dramatic Co. In
the stage, made her first vaudeville appearance Happened in Nordland.
pelle, Pekln Zouaves, Tyoe and Terinan, Musical
here in A Model Maid. Edward Blondell and
Great Northern Theatre Fred. C. Eberts. mgr.) Lord Chumley 18-21.
Keltons.
and
Kelton
and
I'elot:
business fair.
Jeffers' Theatre (Bamford & Marks, mgrs.)
Julia West are seen for the first time in The Our New Minister. Next: Buster Brown.
Suburban Garden. Wills' Comedians put on A
Lost Boy. To give a little rest between laughs.
Studebaker Theatre (R. E. Harmeyer, mgr.) Henrietta DeSerrls & Co., and Carter & Walter's
Trip
to
Atlantic
City,
and
it
was
w
•!! received.
Kit-in. Ott Brothers and Nicholson furnish music The Virginian.
Co. 14-20.
The company did good work and contains some
on the comet, trombone and saxophone; WilOarrlck Theatre (Samuel P. Garson, mgr.)
MINNESOTA.
clever people. All the concessions were doing
liam Tomkins delivers a topical talk; Lydla Plff, Paff, Pouf; tremendous business.
Yeamans Titus In her Imitations; Jack NorthLaSalle Theatre (R. E. Mackey, bus. mgr.) MINNEAPOLIS.—Metropolitan Opera House business and It Is continuing fair. Next: Two
WLLL J.
L. N. Scott, mgr.) The Marriage of Kitty 14- Old Cronies.
worth, Louise Dresser, stauesque singer, and Tiie Isle of Bong Bong.
new motion pictures complete a bill that is
McVlcker's Theatre (Geo. C. Warren, bus. 7; Max Flgman and capable company gave deIghtful presentation and drew well. The Burgodrawing large crowds.
MONTANA.
mgr.)
All 'Round Chicago.
Chutes Park and Theatre (Henry Koch, mgr.)
Hyde & Behman's Theatre (Archie H. Ellis, master 18-20; was up to Its previous standard
HELLNA.— Edson Theatre (G. W. Eastman,
I » M : I . I i I ' . i i ' - Italian Band Is the star feature at ngr.) Commencing Sunday, 21. for the first and received a hearty reception. Grace Van
the park, and their brilliant open air concerts :ime on any stage, Kafoozelum, with Dave Studdlford in The Red Feather June 11, and mgr.) Bill week 8: Christel. paper tearer;
.he Sothern-Marlowe Co. will close the season Bingham and Thornton, comedians; Mabel Elge
have become very popular. The Southwestern Lewis, and Elfle Fay In the leading roles.
in Illustrated songs; Washer Brothers'. >H>xing
Vaudeville Co. in the theatre, and the daring
Bush Temple (Elizabeth Schoeber, mgr.) 15-17.
Auditorium (Pat Bannon, mgr.) Plttsburg midgets, and moving pictures. Large audiences
balloon ascensions by Prof, Morton, of Indiana, Week 22: Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall,
are both good drawing cards. This week the t's first Chicago production by any company Orchestra 15-17. with Madame Gadskl. Mrs. every performance.
Southwestern Kennel Club hold their annual
People's Theatre (Leslie Davis, mgr.) Week Flske in Leah Kleschna 1S-20.
Bijou Opera House (Theo. L. Hays, mgr.)
bench show here, and the magnificent specimens 21: The People's Stock Co. In DuBarry.
NEBRASKA.
on i xhiMtion are creating quite a furore. Mose
Thirty-first Street Theatre (Millie Wlllard Job Fitzslmmons week 14; pleased good houses.
NEBRASKA CITY. —Overland Theatre (Clar
Next: James Boys In Missouri.
Leavitt's Trained Animal Show, en route to the Nelson, mgr.) Stock.
Orpheum Theatre (C. W. Henderson, bus. ence Claggitt, mgr.) Lyman Howe's Pictures 8;
Portland Fair, have closed a contract for two
Criterion Theatre (Ben Gironx, mgr.) Robert
mgr.) This house closed a most successful sea- pleased good house. Moonshiner's Daughter 12;
weeks to open 10. A riding elephant, aerial Fltzslmmons In A Fight for Love.
act, Chimpanzee show and a wild animal act
Howard Theatre (Chas. W. Burrlll, mgr.) son 20. The people have given the theatre fine fair business.
iupport, and in return the Orpheum has certainare among the attractions. Business is very Week 21: Queen of The Night.
NEW JERSEY.
brisk at present, all concessions making good.
Allmmbra Theatre (J. H. Browne, mgr.) Week y made good.
Lyceum (Dick Ferris, mgr.) Charley's Aunt
Item—The Los Angeles May Festival In Temple 21: AI. W. Martin's Uncle Tom's Cabin.
CITY. —Continued good business Is
Auditorium this week Is led by the limes Band,
Bijou Theatre (Wm. Roche, mgr.) Week 21 proved its popularity by drawing large attend- theATLANTIC
rule and as the season advances the outlook
ance week 14. The play was well put on.
with mt'tubers of the California National Guard Nettle, The News Girl.
Dewey Theatre. The Jolly Grass Widows is more than promising. During the past week
ami Grand Army in tableau. A chorus of one
Columbus Theatre (Weber Bros., mgrs.) Stock
thousand children's voices and an adult chorus
Olympic Theatre (A. Jacobs, mgr. for Kohl week 14; return date. Burlesques and olio we have had the Seashore Resort Hotel League
in session, and they livened things up considerof four hundred are among the leading features. & Castle.) Week 22: Sidney Dean & Co., Jas.are good.
Unique Theatre (Matthew Gallagher, mgr.) ably. A great many conventions are booked for
D. W. FERGUSON.
J. Morton, Pat Rooney and Marlon Bent, Galthe season, and they always leave considerable
Week
15:
Herbert
B.
Chesley
and
Little
Ethel
lagher
and
Barrett,
Powell's
Marionettes,
Sulll
SAN DIEGO.— Every thing has been quiet
Barr have a clever act. Others are Fuller and money with the amusement managers.
theatrically for the past two weeks with the van and Pasquelena, Kates Brothers, Sailor & Thomas.
Young's Pier and Theatre. Vaudeville th«
John
Budgellena,
Irene
Mason,
Whiteliarbaretto,
Burnett
and
Meyerson,
Doree
Troupe
exception of the vaudeville houses.
H. C.
past week to big business. Chicago Stock Co.
Wyatt and J. II. Dodge, last week, renewed the Gordon and Hays. Antonio Perrl, Marron and head and Diamond, and moving pictures.
week
15; had many novelties. New improveWonderland
(H.
A.
Dorsey,
mgr.)
Opened
for
Marron,
Jennie
Campbell,
and
Geo.
K.
Spoor'
leas.- for the Isis Theatre for one year.
free inspection Sunday, May 14, and drew over ments are being made In the pier.
At the Isis Theatre, on Monday evening, 15, kiuodrome.
Savoy
Theatre. The Wanderer, with Charles
12,000
sightseers.
Manager
Dorsey
Is
preChicago
Opera
House
(Kohl
&
Castle,
mgrs.:
the Bates Stock Co. with Miss Claire Washingdid a tremendous business last week.
ton, opened for a live-night engagement. Sat- Week 22: Marguerlta Sylva, Five Peschkoff pared to cater to 75,000 if necessary. The Grapewln,
Otis
Skinner
in The Harvester 15: S. R. O.
opening
date
Is
27.
Item—Geo.
E.
Raymond,
Troupe
Frank
flush.
Ward
and
Curran,
Lew
urday, 20, The Kneisel Quartet of Boston.
Vaudeville
Ifi 17: The Smart Set 1S-20.
The Pickwick, Grand and Bijou are doing a Hawkins, Foul ton and Dooley. Leah Russell resident manager for the Orpheum Theatre, left
Garrlck
Theatre.
The Stock Co.. with a
last
week
to
manage
Pain's
Spectacle
of
Port
Mlddleton's
Manikins,
Musical
Kleist,
Mile
fine business.
Naomi Ethardo, Esher Sisters. Frank LeDent Arthur, which opens at Nashville. Tenn., 18. change of bill weekly Is doing a nice business.
Tllyou's
Steeplechase
Pier. The vltagraph,
Mr.
C.
W.
Henderson,
business
manager,
will
Fox
and
Summers,
Brothers
Wems,
and
Geo
COLORADO.
have charge of the Orpheum during the summer. vaudeville novelties and many Ingenious amuseK. Spoor's klnodrome,
ment
features
are
doing
a S. R. O. business.
DENVER.—Business Is very good. The sum
Haymarket hTeatre (W. W. Freeman, mgr
ST. PAUL.—Metropolitan Opera House (L.
uier gardens are all preparing to make their for Kohl & Castle.) Week 22: Broomstick N. Scott, mgr.) The Burgomaster 14-17. wltu Mr. Giles Clements Is always Introducing novelopening In a couple of weeks, and everything Witches, The Heras Family, Artie Hall, Jack tuneful music and clean humor gave good astis- ties which meet with public approval.
Steel Pier. Band concerts, basket ball, etc.
points to a prosperous summer.
son and Bardlne, Hurd and Love, Edith Arnold faction. Tue Marriage of Kitty 18-20: pleased
Broadway Tfceatre (E. F. McCourt, mgr.) Johnson. Davis and Klein, Armstrong and Vern greatly. The summer season opened 21 with a to good business.
Heinz Pier is doing a paying business, pleasJohn Drew & Co. are presenting that charming The Black Bradfords, Claude Austin, Chapman special three weeks' engagement of the Ferris
farce, The Duke of Kllllcrankle, to Broadway Sisters, and Geo. K. Spoor's klnodrome.
large crowds dally.
Stock Co.. with Miss Eva Taylor as leading IngDentzel's
Galloping Horses and Pleasure Palace
audiences, and winning much praise. Mr. Drew
Trocadero Theatre itobt. Fulton, mgr.) Week lady. Week of June 11 will be divided between
Is
always
crowded and is certainly one of the
and Miss Margaret L>ale have the leading roles 21: The Cherry Blossom Burlesquers.
Grace VanStuddlford and Julia Marlowe. On
and are very good. A clever bit of work Is
successes of the season.
Folly Theatre (Robt. Fulton, mgr.) Burlesque June IS Wm. Morris and a selected stock com- bigFree
Arcade with many new novelties, autodone by Ferdinand Gottschalk. Coming:: E. H.
WARREN A. PATRICK.
pany will begin a summer run.
Sothern and Julia Marlowe.
Grand Opera House (Theo. L. Hays, mgr.) matic mechanical contrivances, etc., is always
FEORIA.—Grand Opera House (Chamberlln & James
Tabor Grand Theatre Is dark this week.
crowded.
Boys in Missouri week 14; good houses.
Johnstown Flood. Big business at all times
New Curtis Theatre (A. R. Pelton, mgr.) A Harrington, mgrs.) The Yankee Consul 10 Miss Gay Erroll's singing was the most pleasing
the season advances business Increases.
Gambler's Daughter Is the bill this week. The very pleasing production. The Midnight Flye feature.
Next: Caroline Hull in Vivian's andOldas Mill.
Rlcharc Papas.
Scenic Railroad and Mystic Maze
piece Is well acted and four g9od vaudeville 14; good business, fair company.
numbers are Introduced. Miss Nellie Long has Mansfield will close the season here with hi
are
all
doing
fine.
Star Theatre (J. C. VanRoo, mgr.) Miss New
The Baby Incubator Is another good paying
the leading role. Coming: In The Bands of presentation of Beau Brummel 17.
York,
Jr.,
week
14;
clever
chorus,
good
prinMain Street Theatre (E. P. Churchill, mgr. cipals, fine olio to good business. Next: Jolly attraction and a money maker for the owner.
The Enemy.
The New Aerial Swings and Flying Air-ships
Orpheum Theatre (F. B. Henderson, mgr.) Jennings and Renfrew, Marie Leroy, Darone Grass Widows.
This Is the last week of the season at the Or- and Wlllard, Raymond Merrltt, Colville and Me
Orpheum Music Hall (Chas. Grerek, mgr.) are doing a very large business and please Impheum and a very good bill Is being presented Bride, and Peter J. Smith, week 21; buslnes Vaudeville will continue all summer.
mensely.
Otto Bahn. with his moving pictures exhibiIn honor of the occasion. The numbers are continues good.
Hot weather and low temperature has delayed
Weast Theatre (Chas. Bartson, mgr.) Dewe
is doing a big business.
Paul Conchas, German military Hercules; Jinks
the park season, but Decoration Day will see tion,
•Battle
Gettysburg Is doing excellent busimarvelous monkeys; John C. Rice and Sallle and DeHerd, Gordon and Hayes. Christie an everything booming.
JAS. J. McMAHON. ness and ofgives
great satisfaction to Its many
Cohen, presenting Our Honeymoon; Warren and Willis. The Derea Troupe, and Clint and Bessl
Gardner, the comedian and the s i n g e r ; Kartell! Robblns week 15.
visitors.
MISSISSIPPI.
Barnum & Bailey's Circus got a large numsensational wire exhibition; Post and Crawford
QTJINCY.—Bijou Theatre (Patrick & Mccon
COEINTH.—Opera House (J. W. Taylor, ber of our visitors last week in Philadelphia,
in Music Mad; LaJolle Tltcomb, Queen of Pa nell,
mgr.) Week 8: The Great Gay, The Ne) prop, and mgr.) Frederick Warde
pleased and several big excursions were run.
rlslan Music Halls, and the klnodrome.
los,
Edward
Poultner,
Marvelle
and
Gleason,
an
good
businessT j. W. Nichols, New York tenor,
Fighting The Flames, one of the greatest
Crystal Theatre (Ira B. Adams, mgr.) Bus! Miss Lleblg to good business. Week 15: Me
amusement enterprises which this resort has
ness very good. The bill this week Is Claude Cune
10;
pleased
good
house.
and
Grant,
Three
Rays,
LeMalre
and
Le
ever
known, is holding forth at the New HipRand, Vernle McPherson, Hansen and Drew
Arthur Borella and Miss LleMg.
MISSOURI.
podrome Building, on Young's Pier. This i»
Senor Salvanlus, Three Shamrocks, Shanty Town Malre,
Empire
Theatre
(W.
L.
Busby,
mgr.)
Th
production that created such a senTrio, and the moving pictures.
LOUIS.—This city Is this week closing the same
Novelty Theatre (Henry Lubelskl, mgr.) Bus! Jack Bessey Co. week 8; good business, itich ItsST.
at Coney Island. N. Y.. last year. Four
theatres on a most successful season, finan- sation
large, fifty horse power motors are nsed to
ness excellent. The bill Is Gladstone Children ard Mansfield In Beau Brummel 20.
cially
and
artistically.
Most
of
their
managers
move the ' ponderous mechanism of the play
Wilson and Morgan, Contor and O'Brien, Miss
INDIANA.
will gladly welcome this long needed rest for which
Burton, Toots Hall, Barnes and Washburn, an(
many of the mechanical contr
their season has been almost continuous since vances utilize
LINTON.—Ingal's Summer Theatre opened
Ben Hur and Is built by the same i
the moving pictures.
1003 and with the heavy World's Fair attend- ventor. ofClaude
Hagen. The play s'lows everj
Lyric Theatre (Win. BInford, mgr.) Business to a packed house, and has continued to d
ance
of
last
year
has
caused
a
strain
and
worry.
only fair. Those appearing are Ben Fagan, The good business since. People week 15 were Rob
W i t h the exception of the Imperial and Stand- thing In detail, from the rec Ivtng of the alarn
Coltons, Sell yen werk. Jno. Fields, it.; Hanford Chaney, Bessie and Gertrude Parker, Frank Du ard
theatres
all
will
close
Sunday
night.
val, Lawrence and Annie Champion, Margie Wl
and Hart, and the moving pictures.
(Continued on page 21.)
The summer gardens will be all Into their seaJ. D. MeGINNIS, 2331 W. 31st St. son, and Grace Scott.
Additional Correspondence.
10
The B i l l b o a r d
crease safety in the theatres. The owners o
theatres built prior to the adoption of tbes
panic-inspired rules, are put to great expens
to comply with them. They have hardly fin
ished with these alterations when some inapprehension seizes the official mind, and again
they are called upon to make costly changes.
Kven with the greatest vigilance and Hi
adoption of all known precautions, fires In thea
tres will occur on account of the necessary us
of inflammable materials and the momentar,
and fatal carelessness prone to human nature
The danger can be miminlzed, but not entirely
eliminated. The power possessed by publl
officials over the theatres is enormous, and fo
this very reason an abuse of this power, re
suiting In needless loss and damage to thi
owners and managers, Is almost a crime.
"There Is a right way and a wrong way t
exercise this power, and to our way of think
ing, to "throw a scare into the people," a
District Attorney Jerome has done, Is the wrong
way. If Mr. Jerome has any reason for be
llevlng that certain theatres in New York are
unsafe, he should acquaint the owners of these
theatres with his belief through the usual offl
clal channels. Nothing is gained for the orderly
execution of official power by taking the publl
Into bis confidence through sensational state
ments in the columns of the public press, bu
real injury Is done to all of the theatres In
New York.
Besides, it Is altogether too much to ask o:
owners of theatres to comply even down to a
dot on the "1" or the crossing of a "t" with
the constantly changing rules and regulations
of the building, health and flre departments
some of which are dictated by the whims of an
individual, and others the product of a mo
mentary panic. It does not follow because here
theatre Is necessarily td be condemned as 'un
and 1there a rule Is found to be violated that a
safe, a charge as fatal to the theatrical bus!
ness as the whispered Innuendo against a mer
chant's solvency."
*
* *
When the advocates of Child Labo
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Laws in the various states, where the
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have at divers times been before th
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at
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press upon their law makers the neces advance
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have, without exception, been warnec
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through the public press, of the dan of
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Syndicated Amusement Co., and Miss
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ers, they have universally refused t
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listen to conservatives, seeing only th Florence Sells, dughter of Peter Sells, at the
Little
Church Around The Corner, New York
23 Oxendon Street, S. W.
evil effects of greed and avarice upo
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were seeking to protect, and the neces
Address all communlraiious for the editorial
sity of obviating It through the onl;
OBITUARY
or business departments to
means provided by modern politics.
And
now,
as
an
example,
the
peopl
The Billboard Publishing Co.
Fred. R. Pollock, manager of Delude, and
of Illinois are being made to see th husband of Vl-Eva, the flre dancer, with Hosa
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of
their
stubborn
Insistence
upon
&
Smith's Carnival Co. last season, died at
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Charles J. Blalch, 53, an old time minstrel
Child Labor LawaL Some charges al
The Billboard it for tale on all train* and neics-stanOs
singer, who was with Skiff & Oaylord, Birch.
lege he employed children in a thea Wambold,
throughout the United States and Canada, irhich are
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tre, on a stage, under fourteen years died at his home in Newark, N. J., May IS.
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Thomas Brlgham Bishop, the man who wrote
WO I* Paris at Brentano's, 37 Are. de t Opera.
John Brown's Body, Shoo Fly Don't Bother Me,
after seven o'clock at night.
The trade supplied bu the American News Co. and its
and
other noted songs, is dead at his home la
Acting for Liebler & Co., Mr. Colton
Philadelphia. His first song composition was
Remittance! should be made oy pout office or express
has attacked the constitutionality o Johnny,
Fill Up The Bowl.
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The editor cannot undertake to return unsolicited
Great indeed is the sense of loss ex- up to the highest court.
mown In the German opera bouses, and at one
manascript; correspondents should keep copy.
The proprietors of the play have a line a visitor to tbls country, died May 14, In
When u i» necessary to mre us the instructions anc perienced by the theatrical world In the
copy for advertisements, great taxing in the matter o' death, within a week, of two of Its valuable property right to defend. They Vienna of apoplexy.
telegraph tolls may be had by recourse to the lionaldsoi most prominent and most promising are representing a production that has
Ivor Davidson, for many years well known as
Entered as Second-Class Matter at Post Office ml Cin scions.
Klrke LaShelle's message ol a good moral Influence. They can no a circus giant, died at his home In Roscoe, near
Redwing,
Minn. His height was 1 feet, 2
cinnati, Ohio.
condolence to the relatives and friends produce it without children in the cast "ncbes.
of Samuel Shubert was soon and un- Furthermore, any assertion that the
The first form of The Billboard, which include*
the last four advertising pages, goes to press eypectedly followed by the death of children are abused or injured in any
Saturday morning. No advertisements for these the gifted playwright and manager way, Is manifestly and Incontrovertibly
NEW COPYRIGHTS.
pages can he received after Friday. Continuous himself. It was a blow to the sympa- absurd. It will be proved so at the
advertisers wishing change of copy or discon- thies of professional people throughout trial, and if a fair and unbiased JudgDramatic.
tinuance must notify before Saturday. Last the English speaking world. So domi- ment Is rendered It will constitute a
form closes 12 Noon Monday.
The Affair of The Rectory, li one act; copynant had been his personality, so as- nullification of the whole lawt
righted by Walter H. Fell.
Alethea, a dramatic opera in one act; copyTo this extreme has the zeal of the
Notice.—The Billboard will not engage to sertive his will-power, that, though it
was known he was ill, he was expected children's friends led them. Modera- righted by Albert G. Wheeler, Jr.
return unsolicited photographs. Editor,
Boyhood Pranks; copyrighted by Marcus Witto recover.
tion Is the only safeguard against such mark
& Co.
exigencies.
A
Chance of Luck; copyrighted by W. H.
Saturday, May 27, 1905.
Agni'w.
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In Kirke LaShelle the business inCornelia; copyrighted by A. Flanagan Co.
stinct and the artistic temperament
Of course Heinrich Conreid did not
Cupid and The Lady; copyrighted by Addlson
It Is sincerely to be hoped that Dis- were combined in a harmony seldom want his Metropolitan Opera House Burkhardt.
Every Woman; copyrighted by Frank Mamtrict Attorney Jerome, of New York, observed in other characters. This Orchestra advertised as a roof attracwill soon find It advisable In his pur- flne balancing of art and practice was tion of one of the New York depart- del.
Fenrls, The Wolf; copyrighted by the Macsuit of name and personal preferment, the open sesame to his achievement. ment stores, and, though there is no mlllHii Co.
to turn his malicious espionage else- He was still a young man at the end, authentic information on the subject,
He, She and It, In one act; copyrighted by R.
where than upon the long suffering but he had risen to the head of his it is hardly probable that the great lorshy.
The Laud of Makebelieve, In two halluclnatheatre manager. He has manifested so profession. He was universally loved mpresario demanded a share of the ions;
copyrighted by W. D. Hall.
much zeal in seeking out professed or and respected.
Admiration was his jroflts from such an engagement for
A Northland Midsummer Night's Dream;
Imaginary infractions of the building meed from all who knew him. His In- limself. The conductor had no au- opyrlglited by Chas. Line.
Philosopher and The Fool; copyrighted by
and flre laws, has harrassed the man- fluence was widely felt, and for that .hority to enter into negotiations for .The
S. Adelman and -B. M. Jerome.
agers to such an extent and has so and his deeds he will be remembered. a series of Independent concerts withA Pound of Cure, In three acts; copyrighted
clearly demonstrated that his sole pur- Happy is the memory of him who rears out first consulting his manager. As y C. M. Seay.
The Pretenders, in two acts; copyrighted by
pose Is founded upon an unscrupulous his own momument.
ong as Herr Conreid holds the lease on
D. Voorhees and John Matter.
desire for Individual aggrandezement,
:he great opera house he is entitled to ames
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Princess Oliver; copyrighted by C. D. Adelthat it is a natural consequence when
>rotect his interests which would as- man. I. L. Illum<>nstock and B. M. Jerome.
Kirke
LaShelle
was,
in
his
functions
his audience-public tires of his spec\ Homance and A Holdup, In one act; copysuredly be derogatorally affected by
tacular stunts in this line, he will turn of playwright, essentially American In any such arrangement as the conductor Ighted by John L. Weaver.
form,
style
and
methods.
It
was
his
to new fields of novel interest. Weivas contemplating. The director probMusical.
come will be the time when district purpose to be so* At one time he ably refused emphatically to counteDelia
Dare;
copyrighted
by Marcus Wltmark
wrote
to
a
friend:
attorneys shall find other, more honnance the project, as he was perfectly & Sons. N. Y.
"I like my plays American, and my man- ustifled in doing.
orable and less harmful means of preGet in Line for a Good Time; copyrighted by
tfarcus Wltmark & Sons, N. Y.
ferment than is constituted in the per- agerial practice has followed my liking. And
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Is gratifying to review the results of this
The Girl I Left in Boston Town; copyrighted
secution and base slander of innocent itpractice
in the cases of Arizona, The Bonnie
Encouraged by the enormous suc- y Marcus Wltmark & Sons, N. Y,
and helpless citizens and taxpayers.
Krler Bush. The Earl of Pawtucket, Checkers, cess of the New York Hippodrome,
West High; copyrighted by J. E. Agnew, DC*
Speaking on this subject the Brook- The Virginian, The Education of Mr. Plpp and Thompson & Dundy are negotiating Inlnes, la.
The Heir to The Hoorab. All these are AmerlIt Is Better to Laugh Than Be Sighing; copylyn, N. Y., Tribune said recently:
an-made plays, though not all are native In 'or the erection of a similar house in Ighted by the Analytic Music Co., Cleveland,
"Millions of dollars are invested in the thea- subject matter. But those that have their roots Chicago. In this they display their Go.
tres of New York. They furnish the means of leep in American soil are the leaders in popu- usual good Judgment and foresight.
Then You'll Remember Me; copyrighted by
he Analytic Music Co.. Cleveland, Ohio.
living to thousands of men anil women. Many larity.
There Is a Green Hill Far Away; copyrighted
"This is an excellent augury for the American Their financial resources are unllmIndustries and certain lines of business owe
their prosperity almost wholly to the theatres. drama. Native authors are striving to wlu ted and unexhaustible; they have only y the Analytic Music Co.. Cleveland, Ohio.
The Geisha Girl; copyrighted by F. T. Ashthe
distinction
of
having
written
the
American
o
conclude
that
a
prospected
enterDistrict Attorney Jerome comes along and tells
Bloomlngton, 111.
the people, through the press, that nearly every play, and the effect of this is more potent than rise will be successful, and the actual on,
Be Ye Perfect; copyrighted by M. R. Doyle,
any
prizes
elsewhere
offered
by
societies
and
theatre In New York County is unsafe. He
work on it begins Immediately. There. Y.
mentions only two, with the owner of which academies. Within the last ten years the ore they have manifested unassailEternal God; copyrighted by Oliver Dltson &
American-made plays generally has
he happens to have a personal quarrel. The quality of200
>.
per cent. And I believe that in able wisdom in beginning plans for a
evidence which the District Attorney presents, Improved
The
Four Ages of Man; copyrighted by Oliver
the near future native authors will write each lippodrome in Chicago before some one
to substantiate his wholesale Indictments of the vear
itson & Co.
a larger number of really good plays than else stepped In ahead of them. Of
New York theatres, consists entirely of type- England
I
Dreamed
a Dream; copyrighted by Oliver
and France combined.
written reports made to him by an expert in
& Co.
"Further, I expect to see England taking ourse, there is always the alternative Itson
Georgle, My Love; copyrighted by John Donlhis employ, together with comparative tables many plays from us, and even France trans- hat Thompson & Dundy would do it
i i i , San Francisco, Cal.
of the rates of insurance on the different thea- planting one occasionally. I understand that omewhat better than anybody else
Good-bye; copyrighted by John Donigan, San
tres. The District Attorney declares a theatre ilready a French manager is anxious to adapt
unsafe if he finds a violation of the building Mrs. Lemngwell's Boots, having described it a* and along entirely original lines, any- rancisco, Cal.
With The Girl I Love; copyrighted by John
low.
On
the
other
hand,
the
New
laws or of the regulations of the health and a tour de force of which no French author is
o n i - : i M , San Francisco, Cal.
fire departments. Relatively high Insurance capable; and the London stage has already York enterprise owes a large part of
Singing
As We Go; copyrighted by C. H.
rates are also prlma facie evidence to him that capitulated somewhat and is just now enter- ts remarkable popularity to its newabriel, Chicago, 111.
a theatre Is nnsafe.
taining Her Own Way and The Dictator.
less.
The
same
result
may
be
anticiSunshine
Breaking Through The Clouds; copy"It Is estimated that 100.000 persons nightly " So the American author may well sit up and
ghted by 0. H. Gabriel, Chicago, 111.
visit the various theatres in New York, and the take notice, since these evidences of Interest tated for a similar Institution in the
After
Awhile;
copyrighted by Joe R. Groves,
District Attorney excuses his public eritlcsm abroad In his work mean that he will be ac- western metropolis.
•lin.-i. Ala.
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and indictment of the theatres on the ground corded more attention at home—which, after
The Red Fox; copyrighted by J. C. W. Hughe*,
of public safety. The people are, no donbt, all. Is the real market.
oston. Mass.
Contrary to all precedent the season
"But the Important fact In the growth of
All's Well; copyrighted by G. B. Jennings,
grateful to the District Attorney for the inter- American
at
St.
Louis
following
the
World's
authorship
is,
to
my
mind,
its
sturdy
nclnnatl, Ohio.
«st which he manifests in protecting the lives refusal to be discouraged. As every foot
Hot Tomales; copyrighted by G. B. Jennings,
of theatregoers, bnt their sense of equity and of our native soil bears its record of hardship 'air has been an unusually good one.
nclnnatl. Ohio.
Justice Is offended by the sensational methods and privation on the part of the pioneers who 'he predicted depression did not maniGod
Bless My Papa; copyrighted by W. J.
employed by the District Attorney in communi- developed it, so the American drama, having est Itself, at least so far as the theaater, Crowley, La.
cating his discoveries to the whole world.
More
come throngh many lean years, fighting its way rical business is concerned^
Near
Green Banks of The River; copy"Before a theatre is hnllt in New York, the hardly, has of necessity in its fibre the ncouraglng still, the outdoor amuse- ghted The
by F. H. Martin, Cartersville, 111.
plans are submitted to and passed upon by the 'ndurtng temper that is the heritage of hard ment season augurs exceptionally well.
Snowberry; copyrighted by F. Myer, Baltimore,
departments of building, health and fire, and conditions.
d.
»
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It is ns^nmed that they are erected In accord"Some day we will be proud of our native
Lady Teazel; copyrighted by J. W. Stern &
ance with the laws and reflations In force drama—I mean as a people. But this will be
The stock managers syndicate is o., N. Y.
at the time. Some catastrophe happens, like after we have become able to see things near regressing. The acquisition of P. F.
A Madcap Princess; copyrighted by J. W.
era & Co.. X. Y.
the
Tronnols horror In CTilcaco. and Immediately at hand, to focus our vision on things without 'roctor, who put in his Fifty-eighth
Shame on You; copyrighted by J. W. Stern 4k
t*1*1 irft*-prT!TTi«*nffl1 meMnorv procApdq to grind in ocean Intervening.
Street
Theatre,
was
a
ten-stroke.
"As
for
me,
I
like
my
plays
American."
o.,
N. Y.
ont new laws and reflations, designed to In-
The Billboard
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I'tie Qillboard
FERARI BROTHERS OPEN
delphia, president; F1. F. Proctor of close the season at Port Huron, Mich.,
New York, vice-president; A. H. Spitz' on Decoration Day, May 30, and memof Providence, secretary; Col. Albaugh I bers of the company will go direct to
of Washington, treasurer. The above New York to fill their summer engagegentlemen, with the addition of ments in vaudeville and opera.
Payton, constitute the executive
Corse Payt
committee,
WILLL HAVE NEW CASINO
Mr. Thompson will complete arrangements for
the American presentation of many European
acts which will be seen at tbe Hippodrome
early next season.
Ferari Brothers Shows United
started on their initial trip for 1905
promptly at 5 a. m., Friday morning,
Manager Henry Rosenberg will inMay 19. The loading was started on
augurate a series of vaudeville bills at the
Thursday at 11 p. m., so as to break
Metropolis
Theatre, In the Bronx, when the
the old superstition of starting away
ORCHESTRA WILL NOT PLAY
A new $100,000 casino will be built regular combination season Is brought to a close.
on Friday. A delegation of promion Belle Isle, near Detroit, Mich. The The first week of vaudeville begins May 28.
nent business men of Toledo, and
hundreds of friends of the management It has been reported that Herr Alfred building will be absolutely fireproof, as
The Association of Theatrical Stock
were at the depot as the train pulled Herz and a number of the members of it will be built of iron, cement and
out, yelling out their God-speed and the Metropolitan Opera House Orches- stone. The old casino will remain in Company Managers was Incorporated at Albany.
blessings for the season. The Ferari tra would play a summer engagement its present position until the new house May 19, with a capital of $80,000. The directors
Brothers and Business Manager Frank on a roof garden belonging to one of is completed. Then it will be moved are P. F. Proctor, of New York: Iinle Kaufman, of Philadelphia; Abram A. Spitz, of
L. Albert have made many friends in the great department stores of New to the head of the island.
Providence, R. I.; J. W. Albaugh, of Baltimore,
Toledo during the winters' stay at the York City. Such is not the case, howand Corse Payton, of Brooklyn. The principal
Big Zoo. Through Mr. Albert's inde- ever, if we may believe the report that
EDWARD TALBOTT, NOTICE
office Is In New York City. Thin action Is the
fatigable efforts and entirely new Zoo Mr. Conreid, director of the Metropoliresult of a meeting held In this city earlier in
policy (that of combining circus and tan Opera House, has declined to allow
The mother of Edward C. Talbott, the week. The association will be represented
vaudeville in one bill with the animal such an agreement to go into effect. formerly
the Talbott-Whitney Car- In various cities as follows: Corse Peyton's Lea
arena, and changing the program each According to the story current the nival Co., of
would like to hear from him. Avenue Theatre of Brooklyn, the Lyceum of
week), he made an instantaneous suc- managers of the department store apWashington. Fnrepaugh's In Philadelphia, the
cess of the Zoo. This, in the face of proached Herr Herz some weeks ago
the fact that Toledo was a predicted and asked him whether he would or- ADDITIONAL NEW YORK NOTES Imperial in I'rovldenre, the Empire IB Columbus.
failure for Ferari Brothers. The Ferari ganize from the members of the above Florence Sells, daughter of the late Ohio, the Marlowe In Chicago, the Kmplre In
the Park In Buffalo, and the LafayBrothers are noted for their nerve and organization an orchestra of about Peter Sells of Columbus, Ohio, waft married at Cleveland,
In Detroit. It Is the Intention to operate
daring, and today the name, Ferari fifty musicians. It was proposed to be- the Little Church Around The Corner, May 15, ette
a sort of "stock company wheel," shifting proBrothers' Zoo, is a household word in gin the concerts about the middle of
the rector, Rev. Dr. George C. Houghton, to duction and company from town to town, thus
Toledo and the contiguous territory, and June and continues them through the by
T. N. Hardesty, a business man of Columbus.
bringing
a weekly change at each theatre. The
many are the anxious requests to come summer months. Herr Herz agreed
Gray, who has been play- Idea was carried out with some success by F. F.
back and open up again next winter. to the plan, providing he could get the IngKatherne
in The Firm of Cunningham, has been en- Proctor when he first established dramatic stock
Ferari Brothers have not only made a consent of Herr Conreid. The latter
to open as leading woman of the Proctor companies In his six theatres some .rears ago.
big success with the big winter circus, gentleman objected, however, and for gaged
Stock Co. at the Fifth Avenue Theatre, May 22,
Mr. Proctor Is now an inrorporatur
vaudeville and trained animal arenas good reasons. The Metropolitan Or- appearing first In the leading part In The Although
officer In the new association, it its said
from a high quality standard, but they chestra is an achievement, and its or- Governor of Kentucky, a drama by Franklyn and
that he will not put any of bin theatres Into
have made big money in their venture, ganization is due to the efforts of Fyles.
the combine.
besides having the most ideal building Herr Conreid; He alone has the right
•»•-•for a winter quarters. The Ferari to give instructions as to its appearDavid Belasco has effected a contract
J. Shubert, Lee Shubert and J.
Brothers, besides having the Zoo, had ance or non-appearance at any place \V.J. Jacobs,
general manager of the Shubert with Bertha Galland whereby >-he Is to star
three monster workshops and barns in other than his own house.
Interest, has sent to the New York newspapers under his iiiiiiuiccnient for a number of years,
west and east Toledo, where all winter
starting with the forthcoming- season. For the
the following card:
long they had skilled gilders,, painters,
SMALL WILL REMODEL
"The sudden death of Mr. Sam S. Shubert first year of her contract she will be seen in
woodworkers, canvasmen and ironelicited so universal an expression of sor- Sweet Kitty Ilellalri.
workers building new fronts, cages, Contracts were let on the 15th inst. has
taking form In thousands of letters and
wagons, and all sorts of show para- between A. J. Small of Toronto, Can., row,
that we have fonnd ourselves unFrank Chamberlain, one of the movphernalia for the summer season. Over and the Fuller Claflin Theatre Building telegrams,
to reply Individually to every one who ing spirits of the Chamberlain-Harrington chain
$45.000 was spent by this company, it Co., occupying the Department of able
has reached out a band of sympathy to us In of Illinois and Iowa theatres, has come to New
is claimed, in fitting up the equipment, Building of the New York Theatrical our bereavement. We take this means, there- York for tbe purpose of establishing headquarof the No. 1 and No. 2 shows. Their Stock Exchange, 1440 Broadway, for fore, of voicing our heartfelt thanks to our em- ters for an enlarged circuit, which will eventambition is always to lead, as they what will amount to practically a re- ployes, to our personal friends, to the news- ually numt>er more than forty bouses, booked
have done, and keep up the standing buildng of the Grand Opera House, papers, to the members of the theatrical pro- direct from here.
in every sense and detail of "Olde Eng- Hamilton, Ontario.
<••-•fession all over the world, and to the general
lish Faire" and carnival aggregations. Work is to be started on the 29th public for words of comfort and encouragement. The Russell Brothers will be the feaThis season they consist of paid at- inst., and to be finished on August 25th. There Is so little that can be said at this time ture of tbe bill at Hammersteln's Victoria week
tractions as follows: Ferari Brothers The work will consist of building an to show how fully we appreciate those words of May 22, with May Robson as an extra at$250,000 Trained Wild Animal Arenas; enlarged stage in the rear of the pres- that we must ask their senders to take for traction. Others In the list will be Snyder
Ferari Brothers Dog and Pony Show; ent theatre, thereby increasing the granted the sincerity and depth of our gratitude. and Buckley, Ryan and Richfield. James liarFerari Brotheits Circus Royal; The present depth of the auditorium about
rlgan, Techow's trained cats. Violet Dale, Sear!
Celebrated Filipino Midgets; Jewels' 25 feet. An entirely new and enlarged
and Violet Allen, and the Young Brothers.
George
D.
Baker
has
closed
his
long
Manikins; Palais du Costume and balcony and gallery will be constructed
season
with
the
Columbia
Stock
Co.
and
ba»
Maimle; Temple of Myrth; Edisonia and the first floor will be entirely reHurtig & Seamen's Music Hall will
gone to his home In Nebraska to spend his sumMotion Pictures; Mutoscopia; Ferris built on modern lines.
mer vcatlon. While resting he will com- have Rose Stahl In her artistic conception of
Wheel; Magic Whirlpool; Old Venice;
A new steam-heating system and a
the final touches to several plays which The Chorus Lady as a toping feature. Others
Steeplechase; Figure Eight; Palais new electric lighting system will be plete
In the bill will be the Four Lukeus, the Four
du Surprise; five sensational free at- installed. The reconstruction of the be has written and which he Intends to pro- Huntings, May Belfort, Hoey and Lee, the Four
tractions, and Ferari Brothers' cele- theatre, when completed, will make duce In stock next season.
American Trumpters, Mosber, Houghten and
brated Italian Hussar Concert Band. the Grand Opera House at Hamilton a
Mosher and Collins and Hawley.
The executive staff is as follows: thoroughly modern and up-to-date The Actors' National Protective
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Francis and Joseph Ferari, general di- structure in every paticular, and equal Union. Local No. 1, of this city, at Its last
Jacob Adler will appear for the first
rectors and sole owners; Frank L. to the majority of new theatres in the regular meeting elected the following ofBcers, time
In vaudeville, week of May 22, at ProcAlbert, general business and press country.
trustees and executives for the ensuing year: tor's Twenty-third Street Theatre. He will
agent; Harvey Hardy, local contracting Mr. Small controls more than a score Harry DeVeaux, president; Joseph A. Hardmau, give the trial scene from The Merchant of
agent; A. H. Dexter, local promoter; F. of theatres in Canada. Present im- vice-president; George F. Gallott, treasurer; Lew Venice. Others on the bill will be Mary NorP. Sargent, local promoter; Harry provements are in line with the pro- Morton, secretary: Samuel J. Murphy, guardian; man, the Esmonds. The Globe of Death, Qulnlan
Clifton, local representative and O. F. gressive policy which he has inaugu- Andrew Amann, Henry Lehman and Frank Gold- and Mack, and Coin and his dogs. Kelley and
Gould, treasurer.
rated and intends following throughout en, trustees; James L. Barry and Harry De- Violette, Jolson, Palmer and Jolson, Walter C.
The show has an excellent route, a
Veaux, delegates to C. F. U., N. Y.; Harry Kelley and Clark and Florette.
portion of which is given below: Week, his entire chain of houses.
•»•••Morton, Benjamin Hobson, and Otto Stelnert.
May 22, Fndlay, Ohio; week, May 29,
At Tony Pastor's week of May 22, the
delegates to C. L. U., Brooklyn; Frederick
WILLIAM KLEIN IMPROVING
Marion, Ind.; week, June 5, Danville,
Cohn, delegate to Richmond Trades Council; Sully Family will be the feature. LIbby Ar111.; week, June 12, Quincy, 111., week, William Klein, the theatrical lawyer James L. Barry, business representative; James nold Blomlelle, John LeClalr, Hayes and Wynne.
June 19, Milwaukee, Wis.; week, July who
Reed and Shaw, Adams and Drew. Norton,
injured in the Harrisburg L. Barry, Harry DeVeaux, Lew Morton, John and
2, Davenport, la.; week, July 10, Rock- wreck,was
Russell, the Gardner Trio, Philbrooks and
S. Ronney, Joseph Hardman, Joseph M. Lawin
which
Sam
Shubert
lost
his
ford, 111. All free and Eagles' Jubilees
Reynolds. Elizabeth Estelle and others will also
is now reported to be on the road rence, Benjamin Hobson, George F. Gallot, appear.
except the Great Woodmen's Carnival life,
to recovery, though it is not considered Charles Dawley, William Williams and Harry
at Milwaukee.
that he is entirely out of danger. Morton, delegates to National Executive Board:
Percy Williams will present the cusThere was little hope of his recovery Frank Golden, Joseph Hardman, William Cahlll, tomary
top-notch vaudeville at his two New
Frank
Bnrt,
Thomas
Kennette,
James
Barron.
just
after
the
wreck
and
he
was
In
a
THE STOCK COMPANIES
York theatres during the week of May 22. At
precarious condition when taken to Edward Howard, Joseph McNatti and Samuel the Colonial Albert Chevalier will be the feaNew York. The man is now in the J. Klein, grievance committee.
ture, the Hengler Sisters, Melville and Stetson.
The association of stock managers, private hospital of Dr. Wilson, and he
Lavelle and Grant, Gardner and Vincent, Chos.
the organization of which was given has more than a fighting chance for
Gerald Griffin, one of the permanent F. Semon, and the Union Galling Gun Guardsmention of in last week's issue of this recovery.
members of the Proctor Stock forces, will soon men also appearing.
publication, consists of the managers
start upon his annual European vacation trip,
of the following houses: Proctor's IOWA-ILLINOIS CIRCUIT GROWS going this time to Austria and Hungary.
The Alhambra, in Harlem, has jumped
Fifty-eighth Street Theatre, Corse
Into Immediate favor. The bill for May 22 and
Payton's Lee Avenue Theatre, Lyceum
Busby
Brothers,
owners
and
managof Washington, Forepaugh's of Phila- ers of the Odeon Theatre at MarshallHenderson's Music Hall, Coney Is- week will have Cecelia Loftus as Its feature,
land, will present this vaudeville bill during the Four Mortons. Cressy and Dayne. John Fora
delphia, Imperial of Providence, Emla., have just leased the new the week of May 22: The Eleven Sophomore nnd Mayme Gehrue. the Musical Melanls, and
pire of Columbus, Marlowe of Chicago, town,
Grand Theatre at Creston, la.
the Messenger Boys' Trio, Ford and Dot the Juggling Mncbens will also appear.
Empire of Cleveland, Park of Buffalo, Temple
The house will be placed In the Iowa- Girls,
West, Qnlgg, Edwards and Nlckerson, Lea
and the LaFayette Theatre of Detroit. Illinois
Circuit, which now consists of Angolas, the Two Ashtons, Watson and Morrlsey,
The Obersteirer Tyroleans will be
This number will In all probability be
in twenty-flve of the best Eflle Brooklyn, May Southward, the Glllete Sis- the feature at Keith's Union Square, where
Increased to fifteen and very likely theatres
towns in Iowa and Illinois. BusLorraine and Gandy, Kennedy and Qnn- O'llunna San's beautiful Japanese living picmore. The plan is to have each man- show
Brothers take possession of the new ters,
tures will be the extra attraction. Mrs. John
ager produce one play, his own com- by
trelll, Viola Duval and the Pryors.
house
August
1.
Fox, jr.. Harper, Desmond and Bailey, the Otto
pany playing the first week in the home
Brothers, and the Holdsworths will also b« In
town. Next week the company moves
Corinne will be an extra attraction the bill.
on to the next house in the circuit and TRIP TO EGYPT TOUR EXTENDED with
the Rogers Brothers next season, when
*••»
gives the same play. The company
will present the new John J. McNally
With Luna Park and Dreamland in
The Shea amusement Co. did not they
goes the rounds In this manner and
musical review. The Rogers Brothers in Ire- full operation, Sunday. May 21, promises to be
when it gets to the home town again close the Trip to Egypt Co. in Sheboy- land, opening early In September at the Liberty. the first real big day of the season at Coney
a new play is produced. In this man- gan, Wis., May 15, as was reported. It
Island. Creation, Hell Gate and Touring Europe
ner each company will produce three was their intention to close, but owing
Frederic W. Thompson, managing will be new Dreamland features to open during
plays a year Instead of one each week to many requests for time from manag- director
the
coming week. The Igorrote Village will be
of the Hippodrome, accompanied by
as Is the custom of stock companies. ers in the copper country, it was decid- his mother
and sister, sailed for Europe May the center of Interest among the many novelties
The officers of the association are ed to extend the tour of the company.
WAI.THK K. HILL.
at Luna Park.
as follows: Isadore Kaufman of Phila-' After playing this territory they will 20, to be absent several weeks.
While abroad
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BODKIN
BROTHERS
—SHOWS-
DRAMATIC ROUTES.
A Little Outcast (E. J. Carpenter's): Escanaba.
Mich., 24.
A Little Outcast (Geo. E. GUI's): New York
City, 22-27.
Allen. Viola. Chas. W. Allen, mgr.: Montreal,
Can., 2227.
An Aristocratic Tramp, Kilrov & Britton, mgrs.:
Milwaukee, Wis., 21-27; Waukegan, 111., 28.
INDEF DRA ROU—z. . 2
Albee Stock Co., E. F. Albee, mgr.: Providence, U. I., May 1, Indef.
Alcazar Stock Co., Belasco & Mayer mgrs
San Francisco, Cal., Indef.
Arcade Stock Co.: Toledo, 0., Indef.
A Yankee Circus on Mars and The Raiders: APPREaa
New York City. April 13, Indef.
Baldwin-Melville Stock Co.: Buffalo, N. Y.,
indef.
Baldwin-Melville Stock Co.: New Orleans, La.,
indc'f.
Belasco & Mayer Stock Co.:
Portland, Ore.,
For Her Children's Sake, Sullivan, Harris & McAullffe, Jere, Harry Katzes, mgr.: Sydney,
indef.
Woods, mgrs.: Brooklyn, N. Y., 22-27.
B. C., 22-27; North Sydney 29-30; Antlgonishl,
Belasco Theatre, Belasco & Mayer, mgr.: Los
Freneh-Irvinp. Don Macmlllan, mgr.: Oconto,
N. S., 31-June 1; Plctou 2-3.
Angeles, Cal.. Indef.
Wls.,
22-24; Green Bay 25-27.
More To Be Pitied Than Scorned (Chas. E.
Bernard, Sam, Chas. Frohman, mgr.: New York
Fleming, Mamie. W. H. Gracey, mgr.: MldBlaney's), Abe Levy. ingr.: Toronto, Can.,
City, May 1, Indef.
dletown. N. Y.. 22-27.
22-27.
Bijou Theatre: Philadelphia, Pa., Indef.
Mrs. and the Manhattan Co., Harrison My Wife's Family. I. Seldentierg, mgr.: Angola,
Blair. Eugenie: New York City, May 8-June 10. Fiski-.
llrey Kiske, prop, and mgr.: Denver, Col.,
Ind.. 24; Jackson. Mich., 25; Battle Creek 26;
Bowdoln Square Stock Co.: Boston, Mass., Indef
2.1-27.
Kalimuoo 27; Muskegon 28; Owosso 29; Flint
Broadway Stock Co., Malcolm Williams, mgr.:
Fnnvley,
Tim:
Lincoln,
Neb.,
24;
St.
Joseph.
30:
Port Huron June 1; Mt. Clement 2; YpslWorcester. Mass., May 1, Indef.
,
Mo.. 2r>; Topeka. Kan.. 20; Junction City 27.
l a n t l ;t: Sajrlnaw 4.
Buffington Stock Co.: Kail River, Mass., Indef.
S7GREASE PAINTS:
Cm-rick
Dramatic
Co.:
Saginaw.
Mich.,
May
8.
Metropolitan
Stock Co. (Stanley's): Harry V.
Burbank Stock Co.: Los Angeles, Cal., Indef.
pFACE
POWDERS/
Indef.
Winslow. nigr.: Chicago, 111., 15-June 1.
Berry Stock Co., Miles Berry, mgr.: New Castle,
German Theatre Stock Co.. Helnemann & Webb. Mortimer's Players, Frederick E. Mortimer,
Ind., 22-27.
nitfrs.: St. Louis, Mo., indef.
ingr.: Macon. Ga., 22-27.
Brandon, Howard, Stock Co.: Barron, Wls.,
Gluser, Vaughn. Stock Co.. A. C. Robinson, bus. Moore's Stock Co.. Frank A. Moore, mgr.:
22-27.
mgr.: Detroit. Mich.. May 14, Indi-f.
Rochester. Pa.. 22-27.
Benton's Comedians, P. R. Benton, mgr.
Leavenworth, Kan.. 21-24; Topeka 28-31; St. Goodhne Stock Co.: Louisville. Ky., May 15, Marsden-Xutt Stock Co., W. J. Pierce, bus.
Indef.
mgr.: Wallace. W. Va., 22-27.
Joseph, Mo., June 1-3.
•Brooke, Lawrence. Hayes & Meaney, mgrs. Grand Stock Co.. Chas. Fourton, mgr.: New Mrs. Wlggs of The Cabbage Patch, Llebler &
<n
c n t i p t 4
Orleans, La., indef.
Co., mgrs.: Chicago, 111., 14'27.
THE 3ESS COXPAXir. 223 S. fiuhuH f
Bangor. Me., 22-27.
lor Uu Ail if XtKuc Vp.
Bennett-Moulton. Robinson & Ocobock, mgrs.: G r a t t a n & DeVernon Stock Co.: San Diego, Cal.. Marks Bros.. R. W. Marks, mgr.: Perth. Can.,
Indef.
May 8, indef.
Kenosha, Wis., 21-27.
Bessey. Jack, Stock Co., J. F. Jersey, mgr.: Griffith, John. In Macbeth. John M. Hlckey. Mathes. Clara: Vancouver, TO. C., Indef.
iiiKr.: Hamilton. Can.. 24; Belleville 25; King- M l l w a u k e u German Theatre Stock Co.: St. Paul,
Springfield. 111., 21-27.
ston 20: Ottawa 27.
Minn.. May S. indef.
Bennett & Collins' Stock Co., J. Moy Bennett,
Goodwin. X. C.. Geo. J. Applcton. mgr.: North MIIIIK. William V.: Seattle. Wash., April 9mgr.: EvanSTllie. Ind_ 22-27.
Vakiina. Wash., 24; Seattle 2<l-27; Victoria,
Next Season, sober, reliable people that do
June 17.
Burke-McCann: Scranton, Pa., 22-27.
B. C., 29: Vancouver 30; Belllngham, Wash.. Mordant's Stock Co., Edwin Mordant, mgr.: specialties; long season South; low, sure salary,
Colonial Stock Co.: Burlington, Vt., 23-27; St.
31; Everett June 1: Tacoraa 2; Portland, Ore..3
paid cash weekly; can also place a few circus
Syracuse, N. Y., May 1, Indef.
Albans 29-June 3.
Grlndell-Davis, D. E. Grlndell. nigr.: Janes- Morosco, Oliver, Stock Co.: Los Angeles, Cal., acts at once. Address SITES' CENTRAL PARK,
Chicago Stock Co.. Chas. H. RossKam, mgr
vllle. Wis., 22-27.
Centre Square, Pa.
Indef.
Yonkers, N. Y., 21-27.
Clifford, Billy. Bert MePhail, mgr.: Birming- Hamilton & Thompson's Stock Co.: Lynn, Mass.. Murray & Mackey, John J. Murray, mgr.: ParkMay 22. tndef.
ersburg, W. Va., April 24, Indef.
ham, Ala., 22-27.
Clarke, Harry Corson: Duluth, Minn., 8-27; Harper. Georgia & Co., Harper & Detrlck, National Stock Co., Geo. H. Hamilton, mgr.:
mgrs.: Santa Barbara. Cal., May 15, indef.
Hot Springs. Ark., May 21, indef.
Pueblo, Col., 30-July 8.
Cincinnati Stock Co. (Clifford & Steven's): An- Harris-Parkinson Stock Co., Root. H. Harris, Xatlonal Theatre Stock Co.: Dayton, O., Indef.
mgr.: New Orleans, La., May 7, indef.
derson, Ind., 22-27; Logausport 29-June 3.
Xatlonal Theatre Stock Co.: Rochester, N. Y.,
May 1, Indef.
Crosman, Henrietta, Maurice Campbell, mgr.: Hathaway Theatre Stock Co.: New Bedford,
Mass.. May 1, indef.
Cleveland, O., 22-27.
Xew Curtis Stock Co.: Denver, Col., May 8,
Cutter Stock Co.. Wallace R. Cutter, mgr.: Hnyward. Grace. Stock Co., Carmontelle & indef.
Kress, mgrs.: Omaha. Neb., May 8-Sept. 2. Xew People's Stock Co., Fred Conrad, mgr.:
Zanesvllle. 0., 22-27.
Checkers, with Thomas W. Ross: Philadelphia, Heir to The Hoorah. Kirke LaShelle, mgr.:
Chicago, III., Sept. 4, Indef.
Xew York City. April 10. Indef.
Pa., 15-27.
Xew York Players, Hunter & Bradford, mgrs.:
Caldwell Stock Co.: Omaha, Neb., May 13, His Father's Sin, Jed Carlton, mgr.: Sandwich,
Worcester, Mass., May 15, Indef.
Ont., Indef.
indof.
New York Day By Day, Geo. W. Wlnnett, ngr.:
Calumet Stock Co.. John T. Connors, mgr.: South Holilen Stock Co., Holden Bros., mgrs.: InDayton, O., 22-24; Columbus 25-27.
dianapolis, Ind., May 15, Indef.
Chicago, 111., indef.
Nettle, The News Girl, O. F. Gould, mgr.:
Carter's Comedians. F. C. Carter, mgr.: Aus- Hopkins' Stock Co., A. B. Morrison, mgr.: Mem
Chicago, 111., 14-27; season closes.
THE EVANS BEE-HIVE.
phis,
Tenn.,
Sept.
19,
Indef.
tin, Tex.. May 1-27.
North -Bros.' Comedians, R. J. Mack, mgr.: Ft.
A 1905 production. Can be run when all others
Castle Square Stock Co.: Boston, Mass., Indef. Howard Stock Co.: Chicago. 111., April 24,
Dodge, la., 22-24; Des Moines 25-June 3.
Indef.
Cazelle's French I>ramatlc Co.: New Orleans,
Theatre Co., Warren Noble, mgr.: Red-are barred. Can be used for jewelry or money
Hovt's Comedy Co., H. G. Allen, mgr.: Chi- Nobles
Has two way combination works with set,
La., indef.
wood Falls, Minn., 22-24; New Olm 25-27.
$35.
Central Stock Co., iBelasco & Mayer, mgrs.: cago, 111., May 22-July 17.
Xobody's Darling, Sullivan, Harris & Woods, Price
Hunter-Bradford Players:
Hartford, Conn.,
San Francisco, Cal., Indef.
mgrs.: New York City, 22-27.
The Improved Camel Back Spindle, the only
June 1, Indef.
Clayton, Una, Stock Co.: Montreal, Can., Indef.
Old Arkansaw, Fred Raymond, prop.: Big Rap- controlled
spindle without a iraff. Price 815
Hall. Don C.: Stevens Point, Wl»., April 25Colonial Stock Co.: Columbus, 0., Indef.
Ids, Mich., 24; Jennings 25; Manton 28; ManMay 25.
Columbia Stock Co.: Newark, N. J., indef.
celona 27; Cheboygan 29-30; St. Ignace 31; The Improved Chicago Set Spindle, guaranteed perfert, can 1x3 repped with. Price $1*5.
Columbia Theatre Stock Co.: Chicago, Ill-.lndef Herald Square Stock Co., RItter & Fanshawe,
Sault
Ste.
Marie
June
1;
Newberry
2;
Ishmgrs.: Lincoln, Me., 22-27; Danforth 29Columbia Theatre Stock Co.: Washington, D.
pernlng 3.
The New Chicago Drop Case, weighs 5 Ibs.
June 3.
C.. May 15, Indef.
Xew Minister. Miller & Conyers, mgrs.: three way blow off in center, just out
Hnnford.
Charles B., F. Lawrence Walker, mgr.: Our
Cook's Opera House Stock Co.: Rochester, N.
Chicago,
111.,
14-27;
season
closes.
.
.
.
.
.
83O.
Washington. D. C., 8-27; Cleveland, O., Indef. Olcott, Chauncey, Augustus PItou, mgr.: San Price
Y., Indef.
The World's Fair Striker, with case and
Courtney Stock Co., Wm. Courtaey, mgr.: Hunt Stock Co., M. A. Hunt, mgr.: Alpena,
Francisco,
Cal.,
14-27;
Portland,
Ore.,
31-June
Mich., 22-27: Onaway 2i)-June 3.
layout,
Price 825.
Albany, N. Y., May 1, Indef.
2; Tacoma, Wash., 3.
Hawtrey. Charles. Ben Stern, mgr.: Cincinnati, Over
Courtney Stock Co.: Duluth. Minn., Indef.
Niagara Falls, Rowland & Clifford, mgrs.: "CHECK COP,"for Poker Players. Invisible
O., 2227.
Curtis Stock Co.: Denver, Col., Indef.
swift,
sure,
Price
per
Bottle,
$3.
Chicago.
111.,
L'l
.run.3.
Cushman & St. Claire Stock Co.: St. Joseph, 11 !•_•-• ins. David, Stair & Nlcolal, mgrs.: Omaha, Odeon Stock Co.: St. Louis, Mo., Jan. 6,Bicycle Paper $9 per dozen. Percentage Dice
Xeb.. 21-24.
Mo., indef.
Indef.
all kinds; we lead all others In this line.
Davis, Harry. Stock Co.: Plttsburg, Pa., Indef. Hall. Geo. F., W. J. Fielding, mgr.: Rockland, Orleneff Xaslmoff. Russian Players: New York of
Catalogue Free, 20 new ideas.
Me.. 25: Rumford Falls 27.
DeVernon, Vail, Stock Co.: San Diego, Cal.,
City, May 15, Indef.
Harrington
Stock
Co..
E.
A.
Harrington,
mgr.:
indef.
Orplieum Stock Co., Edward Doyle, mgr.: CoMt. ViTnon, 111., 22-27.
Dlemer Theatre Stock Co.: Springfield, Mo.,
lumbus, O., Indef.
Henderson Stock Co.. W. J. and R. R. Hender- Pay
Indef.
ton's Lee Avenue Stock Co.: Brooklyn, N.
son,
mgrs.:
Cedar
Rapids,
la.,
22-27.
Douglas. Byron, Stock Co.: Toledo, O., April
Y.,
15, indef.
Hillman, Maud: Canajoharle, N. Y., 22-24; Poll's Aug.
23, Indef.
Stock Co.: Bsidgenort, Conn., May 15,
125 Clark Street, CHICAGO.
Johnstown
25-27.
Depew-Burdett Stock Co.: Somerset, Ky., 22-27.
indef.
Duster-Cornell. W. E. Cornell, mgr.: Kane, Pa., Huntley Entertainers: Berlin, Wls., 22-24; Proctor's 125th Street Stock Co.: N«w York
Omro
25-27.
22-27; Bradford 29-June 3.
City, Indef.
Dora Thome. How-land & Clifford, mgrs.: Des Jeavons Stock Co.: Emporium, Pa., 22-27.
Providence Dramatic Stock Co.: Providence, R.
Moines, la., 21-24; Mollne, 111., 23; Rock Is- Jeffreys, Bills, Llebler & Co., mgrs.: Boston,
I., Oct. 10. Indef.
Mass., 22-27.
land 26.
Purchase Street Theatre Stock Co., Eugene A.
DeVonde, Chester. Stock Co.. Phil Levy, mgr.: James Boys In Missouri, Frank Gazzolo, mgr.:
Phelps, mgr.: Hew -Bedford, Mass., Aug. 1,
Minneapolis, Minn., 21-27.
The Latest Novelty
Portland, Me., 22-27; So. Norwalk, Conn., 29indef.
Imperial Stock Co., Geo. H. Hamilton, mgr.: Peter's
on the Market.
June 3.
Pavilion Players, Will Jay Peters, mgr.:
San Antonio, Tex., Indef.
Davis, Lara, Stock Co.: Jackson, Miss., 22Seneca, Kan., 22-24; Centralia 25-27.
Bo the Flrxt to
Just Before Dawn: -Baltimore, Md., 22-27.
June 3.
Payton
Sisters,
Dan
S.
Holt,
mgr.:
Columbus,
Introduce
Them.
Down Our Way. Martin J. Dixon, mgr.: Phila- Klark-Urban Stock Co., Fred Graham, bus. mgr.:
Miss., 22-27.
Wilkesbarre, Pa., 22-27; Blnghamton, N. Y., Paige
Thousands w i l l be
delphia. Pa., 22-27.
Comedy
Co.,
H.
Martynne,
mgr.:
Mobile,
29-June 3.
Sold.
DeVoss. Flora. Stock Co.: Ashland, Wis., 22-27.
Ala., 22 27.
Drew, John. Chas Frohman, mgr.: Salt Lake Klngsley-Russell. W. S. Warren, mgr.: Cen-Qnlncy Adams Sawyer (Central), W. G. SnellSAMPLE
10 CENTS,
tralla. 111.. 22-27.
City. Utah, 25-27.
ing. mgr.: Toronto, Can., 22 27; Montreal 2900<-. doz.
Bnvood Big Stock Co., R. J. Erwood, mgr.:Katherlne Kavanaugh: Baltimore, Md., 15June
3.
June 3.
97.00 groan.
Mansfield, O., 15-June 3.
Qulncy Adams Sawyer: New York C.ty, May
East Lynne, with Leah Lessl: New York City, Keith Stock Co., Del Lawrence, mgr.: Spokane,
Get my New Catalog.
8, Indef.
Wash., Feb. 8, Indef.
1527.
It's a Winner.
Ryan. Daniel: Albany, N. Y.. April 24, Indef.
Edeson, Robert. Henry B. Harris, mgr.: Bos- Keller Stock Co., A. M. Keller, mgr.: Trinidad, Richard, Ernest, John W. Rankln, mgr.: New
Col., March 20-Aug. 12.
I.
WHITESON.
ton, Mass., April 3, indef.
London, Wls., 24; Ashland 27.
Empire Stock Co., Max Falkenheuer, mgr.: Lafayette Stock Co., Dr. M. Campbell, mgr.: Ralph. Margaret. R. L. Allen, mgr.: Ithaca,
Manufacturer,
Detroit. Mich., April 30, Indef.
Cleveland, O., Feb. 20, indef.
Mich.. 24; Pontlac 26; Alma 27.
240 E. Madison Street
Empire Theatre Stock Co.: Portland, Ore., Lyceum Comedy Co.. with Marlon March, Al. Ryan
Stock Co., Daniel Ryan, mgr.: Springfield,
S. Evans, mgr.: Decatur, 111.. 22-27.
CHICAGO. ILL.
Indef.
Mass.. 15-27.
Farnum, Wm., Stock Co.: Buffalo, N. Y., Long, Frank E.. Stock Co.. Mock Sad -"»!, mgr.: Rober.
Katherlne: Brockton, Mass., 22-27.
Menomlnee. Mich., 2227; Calumet 29-June 8.
March 6. Indef.
Plunkard. with J. C. Lewis, W. A. Junker.
Fawcett Stock Co.. George Fawcett, mgr.: Lyceum Stock Co., E. G. Grosjean, mgr.: Paris, SI mgr.:
Fond dn Lac. Wls., 24.
Tex., 15-28.
New York City. May 1, Indef.
Stock Co.. Sites & Gilbert, mgrs.: Lafay- A lialloon Ascension and a Steam Merry-GoFenberg Stock Co.. Geo. M. Fenberg, mgr.: Mansfield, Richard. Ben D. Stevens, mgr.: Kan- Sites
ette,
Ind.,
22-24; Union City 25-27; Marion, Hound for July 4. Correspondence solicited.
sas
City,
Mo.,
22-24;
Lincoln,
Neb.,
25;
Slonx
Portland. Me., indef.
O., 29-31; New Castle, Pa., June 1-3.
City, !»., 26; Des Moines 27; Cedar Raplus 29.
Ferris Stock Co.: Minneapolis, Minn., indef.
Write CHAS. E. DAVIS. Weatherford. Okla.,
Savoy
Theatre:
Newport, R. I., 21-27.
Mack,
Ben
P.,
Stock
Co.,
Ben
F.
Mack.
mgr.:
Ferris. Dick. Stock Co.: San Francisco, Cal.,
North East Harbor, Me., 22-24; South West Sothern * Marlow, Chas. Frohman, mgr.: Salt for particulars.
May 1, indef.
Lake
City,
Utah,
2224;
Denver.
Col.,
25-27.
Harbor
25-27;
Jonesport
29-June
3.
Fielding Stock Co.: Indianapolis, Ind., May
Morey Stock Co., LeComte & Flesher, mgrs.: Saacke's German Theatre Stock Co.: Philadel15, Indef.
phia, Pa., Indef.
Qulncy, 111., 21-27; Keokuk, la., 29, Indef.
Flske & Stock: St. John, N. B., April 17,
My Tom Boy Girl, with Lottie Williams, Henry Savoy Theatre Stock Co.: New Orleans, La.,
Indef.
Indef.
H.
Wlnchell,
mgr.:
Mew
York
City,
16-ai.
Forepaugh Stock Co.: Philadelphia, Pa., May 8,
Melville, Rose In Sis Hopkins, Andrew Mackay, Sherman & Platt Stock Co., W. B. Sherman, Platform Performers and Balloonist for 4th
Indef.
jf July engagement at Mason City, Iowa.
nigr.: Washington, D. C., 22-27; Plttsburg,
mgr.: Calgary, N. W. T., May 8-June IS.
Fulton Bros." Stock Co., Jack P. Qllnes, mgr.:
Address: D. M. CONRUY, Chairman, Mason
Pa., 29-Jnne 3.
Shirley, Jessie: Spokane, Wash., indef.
St. Joseph. Mo.. 15-June 3.
City,
Iowa.
Snow.
Mortimer,
Stock
Co.:
Schenectady,
N.
Y.,
For Fame and Fortune. Sullivan. Harris & Manti-11. Robert, Wm. A. Brady, mgr.: ChiIndef.
Woods, mgr.: New York City, 22-27.
cago, 111., April 24, Indef.
MenJirm " Thf PiJJhnard" wkm muaafrinrj tufa
Can use a few more Aerial Acts ; and a Good Clown ; also Performers to go
in Leaps; Horizontal Bars ; Troupe of Performing Dogs ; Band Leader and
Ten Musicians. Circus people write ; quick action necessary ! State all in
first letter. No fares advanced. WANTED—Good Boss Canvasman. Show
opens in Chicago, Monday, May 29. Long season. First-class accomodations.
- BODKIN BROTHERS' SHOWS,
302
DEARBORN
ST., CHICAGO, ILL..
WANTED: FOR REPERTOIRE,
H. C. Evans & Co.
Her Name Was
MAUD
WEATHERFORD, OKLAHOMA, Wants
WANTED
11 board
15
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REMOVED WITHOUT THE AID OF COLD CREAM
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but the proof is thu thing. We have discovered long ago to satisfactorily prove a
specific thin;;. We IHiitit I in n i - l i the
Evidence, You the Verdict. To do
this we wish every actor in the United
States to send us his name and address,
and we will send him
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Mills & Morris (Hammersteln's): New York
City, 29-June 3.
Mi-Xamee (Crystal): Denver, Col., 22-27.
Magee. Clem C. (Electric): Waterloo, la., 22-27
Mitchell & Love (Illinois): Rock Island, 111.,
22-27.
M : i : m I I . U I M T and Lola Halnes (Unique): San
Jose, C'al., 22-27; (Acme) Sacramento 29June 3.
Mlskell. Cora and Her Gold Dust Twins (Bijou):
Oshkosh, WIs., 22-27; (Bijou) Manltowoc 29Juue 3.
Mantell's Electric Marionettes (Lyceum): Provo
Utah, 22-27; (Grand) Reno, Nev., 29-June 3.
Mobile (juartet (Fontaine Kerry Park): Louisville, Ky., 22-27; (Lavlnla Park) Highland
Park, 111., 28-June 8.
MoMtibon's Watermelon Girls (Fontaine Perry
Park): Louisville, Ky., 22-27; (Lavlnla Park)
Highland Park, 111., 29-June 3.
May & Miles (Broadway): Los Angeles, Cal.,
22-27; (Union) Bakersfleld 29-June 3.
Morris 4 Parker (Olympic Park): Chattanooga.
Tenn., 15-27.
Mason, Homer B. and Marguerite Kueler (Howard) : Boston, Mass. 29-June 3.
Mullen & Corelll (Star): St. Paul, Ulna., 21-27.
Mozart Comedy Pour (Novelty Park): Stockton, Cal., 22-27.
Mack & Elliott (Star): Portland, Ore., 29June 8.
Mignanl Family (Proctor's 23rd St.): New
York City, 29-June 3
Mile. Martha (Proctor a): Newark, N. J.. 29June 3.
McSorley & Eleanore: Deadwood, S. D., 22-27.
Mortons, Four Juggling (Lake View Park):
Terre Haute, Ind., 21-27; (Mannlon's Park)
St. Louis, Mo., 28-June 3.
Monroe, Mack & Lawrence (Keith's): Philadelphia, Pa., 22-27.
Montoglrl, La Eslava (Olympla): Paris, France,
1-31.
Meier & Mora (Metropole): Gat.-8b.ead. Eng.,
29-June 3; (Empire) Portsmouth 6-10; (Empire) Holloway 19-24; (Empire) New Cross
2«-July 1.
Mason's Society Belles (Forest Park):
St.
Louis, Mo., 22-June 3.
Macy, Carlton and Maud Hall (Keith's): Philadelphia, Pa., 2227.
Murtha, John H. (Unique): Minneapolis, Minn.,
Mystic Crucible (Luna Park): Cleveland, 0.,
8-27; (Luna Park) Plttaburg, Pa., 28-June 24.
Murphy & Wlllard (Fontaine Ferry Park): Louisville, Ky., 22-27.
Marunl & Max Mllllan (Tlvoli): Leeds, Eng.',
29-June 3; (Hippodrome) Glasgow, Scot., 6-10;
(Hippodrome) Liverpool 12-17.
McCune & Grant (Garrlck): Burlington, la.,
Merrltt, Raymond (Main St.): Peorla, 111., 22-27
Messenger Boys Trio (Henderson's): Coney Island, N. Y.. 15-27.
Melroy Trio (Redmond): Victoria, B. C. 22-27
Morton, Temple & Morton (Keith's): New Xork
City, 22-27.
Murphy, Mr. and Mrs. Mark (Woolworth's Roof
Garden): Lancaster, Pa., 22-27.
Musllner's Pigs and Sheep (Utahna): Salt
Lake City, Utah, 29-June 8.
Marco Twins (Cheater Park): Cincinnati, O.,
22-27.
New York Comedy Four (Trocadero): Chicago,
111., 22-27; (Avenue) Detroit, Mich., 29June 8.
Neola (Bljon): Rockford, 111., 15-27.
Navajo Girls (Poll's): Hartford, Conn. 2227.
Nndos, Three (Construction Co.'s Park): Milwaukee, WIs., 21-June 3.
Nina (O. H.): Ft. Wayne, Ind., 15-27.
Nlblo & Rlley (Shea's): Buffalo, N. Y., 22-27.
Nelson Family (Nelson's): Mt. Clemens, Mich.,
indef.
Nixon, Geo. B.: En route with Robinson Am.
Co. See Midway Routes.
Normans, Five Juggling: En route with Gentry
Bros.' Dog and Pony Show No. 1.
O'Doie, Geo. W.: En route with Campbell Bros.'
Circus. See Tent Show Routes.
Our Boys In Blue (Hippodrome): London, Eng.,
March 13-June 17.
Onslow, Billy (Angelus): Los Angeles, Cal.,
8-June 3.
O'Langhlln, Major (West Side): Janesvllle, WIs.,
22-27.
Otte, Nick (Pllbeam Bros.' Amusement Co.):
Hudson. Mich., 22-27.
Orpheus Comedy Four (Shea's): Buffalo, N. Y.,
22-27.
Otto Bros. (Keith's): New York City, 22-27.
Potts & Potts (Cycle Park): Dallas, Tex., 22June 8.
Pero & Wilson (Woodlyn Park): Camden, N.
J., 29-June 3.
Pelot, Fred and Annie (Forest Park): Kansas
City, Mo., 21-27.
Prentice Trio (Avenue): Detroit, Mich., 22-27.
Powers & Theobald (Mission): San Francisco,
Cal., 22-27.
Powers & Freed (Bijou): Dubuque, la., 22-27.
Payton & Harris (Bijou): Marinette, WIs.,
22-27; (Bljon) Manltowoc 29 June 3.
Phillips, Mondane (Majestic):
Kansas City,
Mo., 22-27; (Weast's) Peorla, 111., 29-June 3.
Pramplns, The (Empire): Boston, Mass., 29June 3.
Pescbkoff Troupe (C. O. H.): Chicago, 111.,
22-27; (Temple) Detroit, Mich., 29-June 8.
Phelps, The Three (Bijou): Green Bay, Wis.,
22-27.
Paulton, Dooley & Patzhold (0. 0. H.): Chicago, 111., 28-27.
Parish (Edison): Helena, Mont., 21-27.
Pluck & Luck (Bijou): Marquette, Mich., 29June 3.
Powell's Electric Theatre (Columbia): St. Louis,
Mo., 22-27.
Phillips Sisters (Perachl Gypzenn Co.): Montgomery. Ala.. 22-27; (Monte Sano Park) An
RustH. «a., 29-June 3.
Ritchie, Dare Devil: En route with the Great
Alnio Shows. See Midway Koutes.
Roelker, E. O.: En route with the Gasklll
Shows. See Midway Routes.
Rogers & Lavlne (Metropolitan): Tampa, Fla.,
Indcf.
Ronay Sisters (Hippodrome): New York City,
inclef.
Ramsey Sisters (Bijou): Kockford, 111., 22-27;
(Calumet) So. Chicago 29-June 3.
Ring A Williams (People's): Cedar Rapids, la.,
Reed & Shaw (Pastor's): New York City, 22-27
Rianos, The Four (Forest Park): St. Louis,
'Mo., 21-27; (Forest Park) Kansas City 28June 3.
Ralmund & Good (Majestic): Kansas City, Mo.,
Robinson, Chas. (Star):
Minneapolis, Minn.,
22-27.
Raymond, Carl (Grand): Reno, Nev., 22-27;
(Fischer's) San Francisco, Cal.. 29-June 3.
Russell, Leah: Bay City, Mich., 22-27; (Fischer's) San Francisco, i_al., 2» June 8.
Rochefort & May (Arch): Cleveland, 0., 15-27;
( C r y s t a l ) Marlon, Ind.. 29-June 3.
Reno & Murray (Crystal): Marlon, Ind., 22-27;
(Crystal) Anderson 29-June 3.
Russell & Dunbar (Empire): Boise City, Ida.,
22-27; (O. H.) Pocatello 29-June 3.
Raymond & Trlcey (Family): So. Omaha. Neb.,
21-27; (Crystal Park) Sedalla, Mo., 29-June 3.
Rice, John C. and Sallle Cohen (Orpheum): San
Francisco. Cal., 22-June 3.
Rooney, Pat and Marlon Bent (Shea's):: Toronto, Can., 22-27; (Shea's) Buffalo, N. Y., 29June 3.
Redford & Winchester (Park): Sallna Kan., 2227; (Ingersoll Park) Des Molnes, la., 28June 8.
Randolphs, Grotesque (Construction Co.'s Park):
Milwaukee, WIs., 29-June 3.
Rosalre & Doreto: Touring Europe, April 24May 31.
Radford & Valentine (Hippodrome): Huddersfleld, Eng., June 5-10.
Ross & Lewis (Bow Palace): London, Eng.,
20-June 3.
Relff Brothers (Empire Tour): England, April
24-May 31.
Rackett & Hazard (Oxford): Mlddleboro, Eng..
Si .Turn- 8; (Empire) Fullham, London b-ll.
Raymond, Lizzie B. (Lyceum): London, Eng.,
15-June 3.
Roys & Roberts (Park): Providence, R. I.,
13-27.
Robert & DeMont (Whitney 0. H.): Detroit,
Mich., 21-27.
Russell, Schooley & Russell (Glenwood Park):
New Albany, Ind., 28-June 8.
Royce Bros. (Hollywood Park): Baltimore, Md.,
22-June 8.
Rauf, Claude (Earl):: Pueblo. Col., 22-27.
Santell, The Great: En route with J. Frank
Hatch Shows. See Midway Routes.
Savoys, The: En route with Wallace's Circus.
See Tent Show Routes.
Schmidt, Herr: En route with Meyer's Monarch
Am. Co. See Midway Routes.
Smiths, The Aerial: En route with Rlngllng
•Bros.' Circus. See Tent Show Routes.
Steln-Eretto Family (Clrco Parish): Madrid,
Spain, June 1 30.
Spedden & Herson (Howard): Boston, Mass.,
22-27.
Stapleton & Chancy (Family): Richmond, Ind.,
22-27; (Lagoon) Lndlow, Ky., 28-June 8.
Smith & Arado (Danville Park): Danville, 111.,
21-27; (Castle) Bloomlngton 29-Jnne 8.
Stelnert & Thomas (National): Kansas City,
Mo., 21-27.
St. John & Nlcholl: Columbus, O., 24-26.
Sylvan & O*Nell (Family): Sioux City, la.,
22-27.
Stuart, Arthur (Lincoln Park): Vlncennes, Ind.,
21-27; (Coliseum) Xerre Haute 28-June 8.
Sims, Reouble (Chester Park): Cincinnati, O.,
21-27; (Cook's Park) EvansvlUe, Ind., 28Jnne 3.
Sntton tc Button (Trocadero): Chicago, HI.,
22-27.
Sully & Phelps (Bijou): Dubuque, la., 21-27;
(Bljon) Des Molnes 2» June 8.
Slddon Bros. (Atlantic Garden):
New York
City, 22-27.
Sheek Bros. (Forest Park Hiffhlanda):
St.
Louis. Mo.. 21-27: (Fountain** Ferry Park)
Louisville. Ky.. 28 June 3
Stevens. Edwin ( K e i t h ' s ) : Boston. Mass., 22-27
Samuels, M. ( F a m i l y ) : E. St. Louis. 111., 22-27.
Simpson, Musical (People's I : Cincinnati, O.,
22-l'7: Cnlmnlms 21 June 10.
Snlllvnn & 1'siunre (t'lilque): Eau C'lulre. \Vls.,
22-27; (Bijou) Duluth, Minn., 29-June 3.
Summers & Winters (Novelty): Oakland, Cal..
22-27: (Novelty) Valli'jo 29-.Tune 3.
Snyder & Buckley (Victoria) : New York City.
22-27.
Snyiler. Bud «!. O. II ): Plttshurg, Pa., 2227:
(Hammersteln's) New York City. 29-Aus. 5.
St. Ives. Flora (Bell): Oakland. Cal., 22-27;
(Chutes) San Francisco 29-June 3.
Scott, Carrie M. (Mascotte): Mobile, Ala., 8-27.
Sullivan, Champion & Smith (Columbia): St.
Louis. Mo.. 22-27.
Sato. 0. K. (Karsaal): Lucerne. Swltz., 16-30.
SAINT LOUIS, U. S. A.
Spauldlng, The Marvelous (Manhattan -Beach):
Denver, Col., 22-June 3.
Sawtelle & Sears (Empire): La Salle, III.. 2227
Shanty town Trio (Crystal): Denver, Col., 15-27.
Stuart, John F. (Memphl): Memphis, Tenn.,
15-27.
Sophomore Girls (Henderson's): Coney Island,
N. Y.. 15-June 3.
Smith. Peter J. {.Main St.): Peorla. 111., 22-27.
SlmrrcK'ks. The: En route with Wm. P. Hall's
Shows. See Tent Show Routes.
Ti'xaim Sisters (White City Park): Chicago,
111., May 27, indef.
Thardo. Claude (Bijou): Brooklyn, N. Y.,
Indef.
Thompson Sisters (Belvldere): San Francisco,
Cal., May 8-Jnne 17.
Townseml, C. II. (Linn's Museum): -Buffalo,
X. Y.. May 19, Indef.
Tear", Haymond (I'nlque): Los Angeles, Cal.,
8-June 3.
Toreador Trio (Waldman's): Newark, N. J.,
22-27.
Tulsa (Novelty): Denver, Col., 22-27.
Treloar and Edna Tempest (Temple): Detroit,
Mich., 22-27.
Terley. Original (Keith's): Philadelphia, Pa.,
22-27; (Keith's) New York City, 29-June 3.
Tomklns, William (Orpheum): Los Angeles,
Cal., 14-27.
Travelle & Landers (Bljon): Dubnqne, la.,
22-27.
Terry & Lambert (Hippodrome): Huddersfleld,
Eng., 29-June 3; (Empire) Sheffield 5-10;
(Palace) Hull 12-17; (Empire) Leeds 19-24.
Trask & Gladden: Burlington, la., 22-27.
Thurston, Howard (Fischer's): San Francisco,
Cal., 15-27.
Vardelle, Frank (Llndenwald Park): Hamilton,
O.. 22-27.
Vardaman (Novelty): Stockton, Cal.. 22-27.
Verna, Belle (Bijou): Oshkosh, WIs., 2227;
(Bijou) Green Bay 29-June 3.
Vassar Girls, Eight (Columbia): St. Louis, Mo.,
21-27; (C. 0. H.) Chicago, 111., 29-June 3.
Valmore & Horton (Empire): Toledo, 0.. 22-27.
Vernelo. Olny & Co.: Spokane, Wash., 22-27.
VonKlein & Gibson (Haymarket): Chicago, 111.,
22-27.
Vane, Harry, Magician: En route with the
Cosmopolitan Am. C». See Midway Routes.
VanGofre & Cotrely (Unique): Minneapolis,
Minn., Indef.
Ward, HI Tom (Memphl): Memphis, Tenn.,
April 17, indef.
Ward & Coste (Family): East St. Louis, 111.,
Indef.
Watson's. Sam. Farmyard: En route with Barnum ft Bailey's Circus.
See Tent Show
Routes.
Williams & Long (Standard): Ft. Worth, Tex.,
April 24, Indef.
Wormser Children (People's): Cedar Rapids,
la. 15-27; (Elite) Davenport 29-Jnne 3.
Wilson Trio (Jeffer's): Saglnaw, Mich., 21-27.
Wolf & Zadella (Olympic Park): Chattanooga,
Tenn., 22-27.
Warren & Howard (Bijou):
Rockford, 111.,
22-27.
Warren & Renshaw (Godfrey's): Grand Rapids,
Mich., 28-June 3.
Willard, The Great (Palm Music Hall): Buffalo, N. Y., 1-27.
Welsh, Ohas. and Jennie (Unique): Winnipeg,
Can., 22-27; (Unique) Minneapolis, Minn.,
28-June 3.
Wynn & Hart (Empire): Colorado Springs,
Col., 22-27.
Ward & Curran (C. O. H.): Chicago, HI.,
22-27.
Williams & Melburn (Grand): Jollet, 111.. 21-27.
World's Comedy Four (Dewey): New York City,
21-27.
Welch, Lew (Lyceum) Philadelphia, Pa., 22-27.
Walburn & Whitney (Star): Hamilton, Can.,
22-27.
Wilson & DeMonvllle (Flora's): Madison, WIs.,
22-27.
Woods ft Bohm: Shamokln, Pa., 22-27.
Westcott, Eva (G. 0. H.): Plttsburg, Pa.,
22-27.
Whelan & Searles (Grand): Marlon, Ind., 2227; (Coliseum) Terre Haute 29-Jnne 3.
Young, Frank and Emily (Westwood): Cincinnati, I., Indef.
Young, Ollle and Brother (Coliseum): London,
Eng., May 1-June SO.
Young American Quintet (East End Park):
Memphis. Tenn., 21-27; (Forest Park) St.
Louis. Mo., 28-Jnne 3.
Yale Trio (Plewlck): Los Angeles, Cal., 22-27.
Yoiinu Bros. (Hammersteln's): New York City,
22-27.
Znzel. Vernon & Co. (Keith's): Philadelphia,
Pa.. 22-27.
Zarrow Trio (Poll's): Waterbury, Conn.. 22-27.
Karell. lien and Ella: En route with the Southern Carnival Co. Si e Midway Routes.
Zelleno. The Mystic: En route with Lemon
Ilms.' Show. See Tent Show Routes.
MUSICAL ROUTES.
All 'Round Chicago. Wm. A. Brady, mgr.:
<'Hcasi>. 111.. May 13. Indef.
A Hot Old Time. Harrv I,evy. mgr.: Nashua,
N II.. 24: Haverhlll. Mass., 2o: Fltchburg 26;
Salem 27.
Balies In Toyland. Hamlln & Mitchell, mgrs.:
Toronto. Can.. 22-27.
Hut'.er. Helen ,SIay and her Ludles Military Band,
J. Leslie Spalin. mgr.: Minneapolis. Minn.,
28-June 3.
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PHILADELPHIA, PA,
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" DEN ISE," one of the best emotional dramas
extant, 4 acts, two versions; one with 8, the
other with 10 in cast: no special scenery, no
doubles, star lead for actress. "The Captain
of the Nonsuch," a rattling comedy. 11 In
cast, can be played by 9. star lead for actor.
"The Burglar's Wife," a comedy-drama,
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The Great Began Shows
Illusion or Glass Show, A Promoter that Is a
promoter: First-Class Merry-Go-Kound. All
concessions " EXCLUSIVE " Ten Dollars.
Col. JAIHKS IV. BOGAN, Hamburg. Iowa.
May 31. June 1.2, 3.
Boston Ideal Opera Co., Jno. Shayne, mgr.:
Texarkana, Tex., 21-27.
•Black Pattl Troubadours, E. Voelckel, mgr.:
Philadelphia, Pa., 22-27; Atlantic City, N. J.,
29-31.
Canadian Jubilee Singers, W. T. Carey, mgr.:
Welland, Out.. 24; Jennings 26; Cheapslde 26;
Nantlcoke 27-28.
Cohan, Geo. M. In Little Johnny Jones, S. H.
Harris, mgr.: New York City, 8-27; Chicago, 111., 29, indef.
Creatore's Band, Pew & Gerth, mgrs.: Cincinnati, 0., 14-26; Richmond, Ind., 27; Peru
28-30; Ft. Wayne 31; Elkhart June 1; Benton Harbor, Mich., 2; Chicago, 111., 8-4.
Castleton Opera Co.: Milwaukee, WIs., May
21-June 24.
Coming Thro' The Rye, Geo. W. Lederer, mgr.:
Philadelphia, Pa., May 22, Indef.
Daniels, Frank, Chas. B. Dllllngham, mgr.: N«w
York City, April 24, Indef.
Ellery Band, The: Terre Haute, Ind., 24-26;
Cincinnati, O., 27-June 23.
Fantana. Shubert -Bros., mgrs.: New York City,
Jan. 14, Indef.
Florodora, Fisher & Ryley, mgrs.:
Boston.
Hass., April 24, Indef.
Herald Square Opera Co.: Bradford, Pa., 22-24
Innes and his band: Portland, Ore., June 1-26
It Happened In Nordland, Hamlln, Mitchell t
Fields, mgrs.: Erie, Pa., 26.
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Entertainers.
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summer: seven
BUOWH a week 1
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Matinee. I pay
Railroad 'are. people pay their own hotel expenses,
but will pos'tlvely have no trouble In getting good
room and board at s.'J.SO to aK.lH) per week. Want all
kinds of good Vaudeville People that double brass
and can change for one week (Ladies as well as
Gents), good strong Cornet. Trombone. Tuba. Clarinet, Trap Drummer, Pianist, must double brass,
ladyorgent; want a good boss canvas man; would
ulso like togetgood canvas men tb«t can play brass
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Kntertainers. Week May 22, Wnltewrlght. Tex.;
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FILMS
MOVING PICTURE MACHINES,
Slides and Stereopticons of all makes
< \ i i i . o i . i i: r it ! • : > . .
Chicago Film Exchange,
13* S Clark St., CHICAGO, ILL.
Kins.' H n L o Co. ( K u r t ' s ) : South Bend, Ind. Lainlirlggcr-s '/.m. CMS I.nniliviggpr. mgr.: War22-.TUI1P 8.
saw. Ind.. 22-24; Plymouth 25-27; Valparaiso
Man-laud Opera Co.: Baltimore. Mil., May 1
2841.
indef.
Leiiii-n Bros.': Publication of route prohlhitcd.
Olvnipia Musical Comedy Co.. R. W. Priest, Any mail addressed In cire of The Billboard
m g r . : Atlanta. Cia.. 22-27.
will be forwarded priimplly.
Pollard's Lilliputian Opera Co., Joseph Muller, I.amoiit Bros. 1 : Hugger. Ind., 24; LInton 25;
mgr.: Salt Lake City. Utah. 22-27; Denver,
.Siirneer :ii; Kllettsvllle 31; Stinesville June
Col.. 28-June 3.
1: Paragon II: (;ulncy 3.
1'rofessur Na|iolr<m, II. Wade Davis, nigr.: I.ncky Hill's: Cherok, c, Kan., 24; Chlcopee 25;
C.iester. !'«.. 2li-27.
Frontenilc 20-27.
1'iir. 1'alT. 1'mif. F. C. Whitney, mgr.: Chicago, Pawnee Bill's Wild West: Kittanning. Pa..
111., May 1, Imlcf.
24; Butler 25; New Kensington 28; Vander
I'ryiir and his baud: Asbury I'ark, N. J.. April
grift 27: Johnstown 29.
2.". indef.
Rlngllng Bros.': Newark. N. J.. 24: Paterson
Royal Artillery Hand of Italy. Joseph DeVito,
2.1: Kingston. N. Y.. 20; Schenectady 27.
mgr.: B a l t i i m i n , Md.. May 16-Sept. Its.
Robinson's. John: Watkins, N. Y., 24; CananRorian's Optra Co.: Winnipeg, Can., 24.
dalgua 20.
Russell. Lillliin. Shubert lil-os.. mgrs.: Pitts- Texas H i l l ' s Wild West: Chatsworth, 111., 2:.;
burK. 1'a.. -1J-27.
Gilman 2«; Watseka 27.
Sau Tov. John C". Fisher, nijtr.: New York City. VanAniburg: Publication of route prohibited.
Arc you taking advantage of the GREAT
April 17, ludef.
Any mall addressed in care of The 'Billboard OFFER
we arc m a k i n g .von this season on
Sousa and his baud, Frank Chrlstiauer, mgr.:
will be forwarded promptly.
"CHECKERS," t h a t delicious, crisp nut popPhiladelphia. Pa.. May 27-June 10.
Wallace's: Charleroi, Pa., 24; Homestead 25; corn
confection
': The bright red and white
Schuumnu-IIt ink. Mine., F. C. Whitney, mgr.:
Monessvn 26: Braddock 27.
Chicago, 111.. 15.27.
Washimrn & D'Alma's: Harrisbnrg, Pa., 24-25: checker-hoard package makes it sell well.
Our
famous
moisture-proof
and a i r - t i g h t inSimple Simon Simple: Philadelphia, Pa., 15-27.
Newport 20; Lewiston 27.
side box makes it keep well. The delicious
The Karl and The Girl, Shubert Bros., mgrs.:
combination of candied popcorn and nuts
Boston. Mass., May 15, Indef.
MIDWAY COMPANIES.
makes it eat well. Our straight, honest methThe Hoyal Chef, Shubert Bros., mgrs.: PhilaAlamo's, Great, W. H. Rice, mgr.: Chlckasha, ods, and the treatment we give our customers,
delphia, Pa., April 17, Indef.
1. T.. 22 27; El Reno, Okla., 29-June 3.
continue to add new ones to the list. We also
Tlvoll: San Francisco, Cal., Indef.
The Errand Boy (Sullvan, Harris & Woods'), Ament's Attractions, Capt. W. D.: Nashville. make "THE D A N D Y " Popcorn Brick.
J. K. Roberts, mgr.: Buffalo, N. Y.. 22-27.
Tenn.. 22-27; Hopklnsvllie. Ky., 29-June 3.
Write for sample and price.
The Ited Feather: Seattle, Wash., 21-24; Spo American Carnival Co., Cleveland & Turner,
mgrs.: Mt. Airy, N. C., 22-27; Greensboro 29kane 26-27.
June 3.
The Yankee Consul. Henry W. Savage, mgr.:
•Boston, Mass., 15-27.
Harkout Carnival Cn.: Cumberland. Md.. 22-27.
The Little Duchess, with Elsie Janis: Phlladcl Bogan's, Great: Hamburg, la., 31-June 3.
Capitol Amusement Co, J. Dan Pilmore, mgr.:
phla. Pa., 22-27.
117 Michigan St., CHICAGO.
The Isle of Spice, B. C. Whitney, mgr.: PittsBattle Creek, Mich., 28-June 3.
ton, Pa., 24; Wilkesbarre 25; llazletou 20; Collln's Amusement Co.: Cheyenne, Wyo., 22-27; Urges) Exclusive Popcorn Manufacturers In Amirlca.
Alliance, Neb., 29-June 3.
Pottsvllle 27.
The Liberty Belles, Wm. H. Conley, mgr.: Rut- Continental Amusement Co.: Pittsburg. Pa.,
22-Jline 3.
land, Vt., 25; Cohoes, N. Y.. 27.
Ward & Yokes. In A Pair of Pinks, E. D. Stair, Cooke's City of Jerusalem, H. Cooke, mgr.:
mgr.: Montreal, Can., 22-27; Burlington, Vt.,
Hayre. Pa., 22-27; Ithaca, N. Y.. 29-June 3.
20; Barrie 30; Montpi'ller 31; Concord, N. H., Cosmopolitan Amusement Co.: Cnanute, Kan.,
June 1; Manchester 2; Lynn, Mass., S.
22-27; Ottawa 20-June 3.
Williams & Walker, Hurtlg & Seamon, mgrs.: Coyle Amusement Co.: Cayuga, Ind., 20-June 3
New York City, 15-27.
Dixie Carnival Co., Dana Thompson, mgr.: Pub- AND OLD HOME WEEK,
lication of route prohibited. Any mall adWills Musical Comedy Co., John B. Wills, mgr.:
dri sscd in care of The Billboard will be
\ I « . l M 22, za, 24, 25.
St. Louis, Mo., 15 27.
forwarded promptly.
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MINSTREL ROUTES.
Go-Round, Kerris Wheel. Haz/.le-Da/.zle,
mgr.: Hennessey, Okla., 22-27.
Allen's (under canvas): Laurel, Miss., 24; En- Ferarl Bros.' Shows United: Findlay, 0., 22-27; Ocean Wave, Lifting Machine. Shooting Gallery. Striking Machine. Single privilege* for
terprise 25; Meridian 29.
Marlon, Ind.. 29-Jnne 3.
moral shows. Other concessions, rates,
Dumout's: Philadelphia. Pa., indef.
Fiesta Carnival Co., H. L. Leavitt, mgr.: San clean
reasonable. All privilege people make money
Vogi'l's, John W. Vogel, mgr.: Atlantic City,
Jose. Cal., 22-27: Vallejo 29-Juue ::.
Add.
John 1'. Alken, Secy.. Bellefontaine. O.
N. J.. May 22. Indef.
fiasklll Carnival Co.: Memphis, Tenn., 21-27.
Donnelly's. Tommy. Jai-k W. Stokes, mgr.: Great l l a i i - h Shows, J. Frank: Breckenrldge, Pa., 22
Harrington, Mass., 24; Lltchncld, Conn-, 2,i;
Minnelli
Bros. Big Dramaitc Show
27; East Liverpool. O.. 2!l-June 3.
Philmont. N. Y., 2ti; Athens 27; Catsklll 29; Hewitt's, Fred, Exposition Shows: Clinton, Ind., Wants Boss C u n v a s m n i i . must lie first-class
Saugerties 30; Klleuville 31.
22 27; Crawfordsvllle 29-Juue 3.
and soln>r: Dramatic People and Musicians.
Gorton's, C. C. Pearl, mgr.: Wellsville, N. Y., Hoss
& Nauman United Shows: Canal Dover,
tl I N M : I . I . I l i u o v . Geneva. Ohio.
24; Cuba 20; Friendship 27.
O.. 22-27; Martins Ferry 2i)-June 3.
Lucler's: Northneld, Mass., 24; .1. tilers Falls 25 Jones-Adams Carnival Co.: Emporla, Va., 22-27;
Matthew's: Elmira. N. Y., 22-Juue 3.
Annapolis, Md., 2!> June 3.
Proctor's, Geo. 11. Proctor, uigr.: Ottawa, Kan., Lachman-Keetch Exposition Shows: Mt. Car25-30.
mel. 111., 22-27; Paris 2l)-June 3.
BROS. SHOWS,
Richards & Pringles'. Rusco & Holland, mgrs.: Miles-May Show-land: Wllliamsburg, Ky., 22-27; WOOD
Orlllla, Out., 24; Lindsay -5; Petersboro 26;
Corhin 2!l-Jiine 3.
Good
Performers
and Musicians. AdBelleville 27; Toronto 29-31; Kingston June Monarch Amusement Co.. G. E. Meyers, mgr.:
1; Brockvllle 2; Cornwall 3.
vance Agent. Will buy troupe of
Las Vegas, X. Mex., 22-27.
Monarch Carnival Co., M. Mitchell, mgr.: Cov- ponies and dogs.
BURLESQUE ROUTES.
ington. Ind., 20-June 3.
Wood Bros. Shows. Campbell, Mo.
Americans, E. D. Miner, mgr.: New York City, Mundy Shows: Owensboro, Ky., 22-27.
Parker, C. W., Amusement Co., J. H. Edwards,
owner:
Oklahoma,
Okla.,
22-27;
Arkansas
Blue Klbbon Girls, Jack Singer, mgr.: Montreal,
City, Kan., 20 June 3.
Can.. 22-27.
Bon Tons. Rush & Weber, mgrs.: Cincinnati. Parker, Great. Amusement Co., C. T. Kennedy, New Pistol Machine out. You shoot at themgr.: Muskogee, I. T.. 22-27.
O., 22-27.
Hell and you get your penny hack. Cheap, J20Bou-erv -Bnrli-squers (Hurtig & Seamon's): Joe Patterson & Bralnerd Carnival Co., James Pat- w i t h stand and a l l . G u a r a n t e e to earn the
terson, mgr.: Keokuk, la., 22-27; JacksonHurt IK. mgr.: Buffalo, N. Y., 22-27.
money In one week.
Apply to PKTKIt
ville,
111..
29-June
3.
CItv Sports, Phil Scrlbner, mgr.: Brooklyn, N.
, •>.">!> M a r t St.. Rronklvn. N.Y
Pierce Amusement Co., A. L. Pierce, mgr.:
Y.. 13-27.
Camden.
N.
J.,
22
27.
D a i n t y Dm-hess. Rush & Weber, mgrs.: Min
Pilbeam -Bros.' Carnival Co.: Hudson, Mich.,
m apolls. Minn., 22-27.
22-27; Wyandotte 29-June 3.
llmrr Hurlesquers: Philadelphia, Pa.. 22-27.
\VANT-A-BITK.
Jolly Grass Widows, Robert Fulton, mgr.: St. Robinson Amusement Co.: Ashland, Ky., 2227;
Lexington 29-June 3.
Pop Corn goods of all kinds, Privilege men
1'iuil. Minn., 22-27.
l . i > i i , ! " i i Belles, W. S. Campbell, mgr.: Washing Royal Amusement Co., H. II. Tlpps, mgr.: Mar- write for prices.
ionville. Mo., 22-27; Billings 29-June 3.
ton, D. C., 22-27.
GARDEN CITY POP CORN WORKS.
Merry Maidens, Butler, Jacobs & Lowry, mgrs.: St. Louis Syndicated Amusement Co.: West Green & Son, Props..
Chicnxo
Union, Tenn.. 22-27.
New York City, 15-27.
New York Stars. John S. Raynor, mgr.: Milwau- Seeman-Mllllcan Mardl Gras Co.: Nashville,
Tenn., 22-27; Hopklnsvllie, Ky., 29-June 3.
kee, Wis., 2227.
Orientals, W. B. Watson, mgr.: Philadelphia, Smith, Greatrr, Amusement Co., Chris. M.
Smith, mgr.: Eminence. Kv.. 22-27.
Pa., 22-27.
Reilly & Woods, Pat Reilly, mgr.: New York U. S. Carnival Co., R. L. Carroll, mgr.: Sparta, Good Street Attractions, M a d i s o n . Ind..
111.. 22-27.
City, 22-27.
Trans-Atlantic Burlesquers ( H u r t l g & Seamon's), Welder Carnival Co., Will H. Welder, mgr.: G. A. R. Encampment. JUNE 12. \>, 14
Greenfield, O., 2227; Fostorio 29-June 3.
E. M. Rosenthnl. mgr.: Baltimore, Md., 2227
Mid 15
10.000 v e t e r a n s and f r i e n d s
Wlue, Women and Song, M. M. Theise, mgr.: White City Amusement Co.: Cullman, Ala., 22expected. Address. JOS R. COLGATE,
27; Warrior 29-June 3.
Newark, X. J., 22-27.
Whitney's Greater Shows. A. P. Wnltney, mgr.:
i I... 1 1 ML. n
» lid Privilege*.
Lake Charles, La., 22-27.
TENT SHOW ROUTES.
Wixom Bros.' Amusement Co.: Bancroft, Mich., FOR SALE: Hlack Top. 22.x 7i> feet. S feet side20 June 3.
walls, double lined throughout, all complete!
American Greater: Chicago, 111.. May 8-June 17.
Buffalo Hill's Wild West. Fred B. Hutchinsou, World's Fair Carnival Co.: Sallna, Kan., 22-27. with stake*, poles, banners, etc., used four
weeks, cost S250. sell for -Mint cash.
mgr.: Paris, Fr., April 2, ludef.
Bailey's. Mollie: Santo, Tex., 24; Palo Pinto
« . . \» I l l ' l ' l ' i : \ . I < > n Itoilge, loiva.
MISCELLANEOUS ROUTES.
25; Mineral Wells 28-27; Pottsvllle 20; Gibtown 30; Vineyard 31; Jacksboro June 1; Angnsllnes' Electric Studio: Decatur, 111., Feb.
Bryson 2.
10, Indef.
Bayrooty Bros.': Shamokln. Pa., 24: Williams- Augustine. Chas. Hine, mgr.: Smith's Falls,
port 25; llarrlshnrg 20; Huutlngdou 27; PittsW i t h or w i t h o u t machine, for long season.
Ont.,
22-27.
bun,' 2!»:!0; Allegheny 31; New Castle June
D A V I S B A K T H . (ireenrield. Ohio.
Baynard & Whitney's Troubadours: Somerville,
1; Youngstown, O., 2; Erie. Pa., 3.
N. J., 22-27.
Barnnm & Bailey's: Shamokin. Pa., 24; WI1"Fakirs,"
liamsport 25; Harrisbnrg 20; Huntington 27; Flints, The, H. L. Flint, mgr.: South Bend. Medicine
Pittsburg 2il-.'iO: Allegheny 31; New Castle
Ind., 22-27.
Canvassers
Men
June 1; Youngstown, O., 2; Erie, Pa., 3.
Illusionist: Circle City, Alaska. -May
Burns, F. W. Co.'s: Stcphcnson, Mich.. 24; Ilewett,
22June 24.
Ingalls 25; Menominee 20; Marlnette, Wis.,
(let our prices on soaps. They will interest
Howe's Moving Pictures: Decorah, la., 24; you. Private brands for Med. Biz. State for
27; 1'eslitlgo 211; Oconto 30.
Dubnqn* 25; Clinton 27: Galesbtirg. 111.. 20; what purpose wanted and we will send samCaiiacla Frank's. F. M. Myers, mgr.: Burt, la.,
Streator 30; LaPorte, Ind., 31; Franklin June 1
25; Bancroft 2<i; F.lmore, Minn., 27; Amboy
ples, labels, prices, etc. E. M. DAVIS SOAP
211; Lake Crystal 30; Truman 31; Madella June Kellar: Brockton, Mass., 30.
CO.. 3S I'nlon Park PI.. Chicago.
1: Mountain Lake 2; Wlndom 3.
Newman's Entertainers, Newman & McCord,
Campliell Bros.': Des Moines, la., 25.
Privileges For Sale For the Great Elkader
mgrs.:
-Bethany,
Mo.,
22-27.
Castello & Graves': Liverpool. N. Y., 24;
Powers, Hypnotist, P. J. Powers, mgr.: Na- Fair: August £1-25, Elkader. la. Also want
Camlllus 25; Marcellus 2(i; Skaneateles 2t.
to hear from good, clean moral shows.
Cole & Rogers' B. R. Show: Jacksonburg, W.
varre, 0., 24.
Va.. 24.
Address
J. A. KHAITIICR, Sec'y.
Prescella, Hypnotist, F. Wlllard Magoon, mgr.:
Colorado Grant's: Annapolis, Mo., 24.
Barton, Vt., 22-27.
Floto's Great: Wells, Nev., 24; Ogden, Utah, Providence Entertainers, W. H. Bailey, mgr.:
25; Salt Lake City 20.
Central Falls, R. I., 22-24.
Forepnugh & Sells Bros.': Ottawa, 111., 24;
Aurora 25; Rockford 2fi: Freeport 27; Mil- Quaker Ilemedv Co., Wm. Franklyn. mgr.: SaWANTED AT ALL TIMES.
lina. Kan., 22-27.
waukee, Wis.. 29; Janesville 30; Fond dn Lac
31; Oshkosh June 1; Appleton 2; Wausau 3.
Swallow & Markle's Floating Palace: Mounds- Sketch Teams. Musical Acts. Sister Teams,
Gollmar Bros.': Coldwater. Mich., 24; Michivllle. W. Va.. 24: Slslersvllli* 25; Marietta, lialiadists. Song and Dance. SerioComics and
gan City, Ind.. 25; Morris, 111., 20; Geneseo
Novelties.
John Connors, Proprietor,
0., 26; Parkrrsliiirg. W. Va.. 27.
27; Mnrengo 29.
Warblers. R. C. Pnggsley, msr.: PORCUPINES (from Maine wildsl cheap. AlGentry -Bros.' Dog and Pony: Marlon, Ind., 24; Tennessee
Hlllsboro.
Ind..
22-24:
Waynetown
25-2S;
Winw a y s an attraction. LINWOOD FLINT, North
Muncie 25.
gate 29-.11; Linden June 1-3.
Waterford. Me.
HaKen'lieek's Trained Animals, Lee Williams,
mgr.: Lancaster, O.. 24; Nelsonvllle 25: Well- Walsh's Crystnlplex Carnival, M. Henry Walsh,
Mention "Tlie billboard" when answering mis.
mgr.: Fort Kail-field. Me., 22-27.
ston 28; Wilmington 27; Cincinnati 29-31.
PRIVILEGE MEN,
Stiotwei! Mfg, Go,,
LOGAN COUNTY
FAIR
- WANTED -
The Greatest Shooting Gallery made.
Look! Look!
Write for catalogue,
208 V. 2nd St.,
WM. WITBFFLKIW, Vlffc.,
Philadelphia. Pa.. U. S. A.
WANTED
All of Privileges for Seccalmn
Park at once. Park opens
May 30, 1905.
BECKER BROS.,
Galion, O.
GREAT WAYNE GO, FAIR
Hagerstown. Md.. July 25-2N. WANTED—
Merry-Go-Kound. Shows, and all kinds of
attractions. Candy Privilege FOR SALEADDRESS,
L M. PIERCE. Pres.. or C. C. PIERCE, Secy.
Wanted M i i c i n i a n c * A good E and a good R-
waniea musicians,
Flat C iarinett».
AI SO
a good Tuba. Other Musicians also write.
Address: M.. M I it it I I I I \\ .
Cosmopolitan Amusement Co..
Ottawa, Kansas. May 29th to .lune 3rd.
. JINRIKISHAS
Japanese Carts suitalile for Parks, Carnival
Co.'s and Circuses at reasonable prices.
W. N. 'i.«» \ I I . I . , • ( „ , „ , , . in.
Motion
Picture
Machine
W I T H 1000 KEET OP FILMS
REEL AND KEEL BOX.
HARBiCH A CO.. 809 Filbert. Philadelphia.
TO BUY white or black
top. 25x60. DAVIS BARTtt,
Greenfield, Ohio.
WANTED
FOR SALE:—One !H) ft. round top!complete;
light road show ticket wagon, nearly new: one
band wagon box, never used: and three cages
of small animals, including one largo three
year old. black rnaned A f r i c a n lion, very fine.
Address to p e r m a n e n t winter iiuarters. it will
be forwarded at once to me. < . « • » » . XI . Hall,
Jr., Evansville. Hock Co.. \Vis. Hox 22.
Mention "The Billboard" when answering ode.
POP
CORN
Something New!
BRICKS
WANTED
WANTED!
OPERATOR
SOAP
Empire Theatre,
Springfield, III,
Billboanpd
Before another of this publication
shall have come off the press, the great
Lewis and Clark Exposition will, in all
respects, be a reality. The western fair
•opens its gates to the public June 1,
and the management of the enterprise
has already announced that every detail has been attended to and that the
fair is complete in every respect.
President Roosevelt, in Washington,
will touch the button and set in motion
the chimes in one of the government
buildings, which will officially announce to the visitors the opening of
the centennial.
The fair grounds are only about flfteen minutes ride from the business
center of Portland. The ornamental
main entrance has been completed and
the temporary gates torn away. There
arc twelve turnstiles for entrance and
eight for exit. The capacity of each
entering turnstile is about forty persons per second, or even more in a
rush. They register automatically the
number of people passing through each
turnstile, so that at the end of the day
the total atendance may be figured up
quite readily! There are three other
entrances,
one at
Twenty-eighth
street, near the Museum of Arts, one
at the American Inn and the other at
the northwest corner of the grounds,
which will admit visitors coming by
boat on the Willamette river to the
Government Peninsula. The grounds
•comprise about one hundred and eighty-six acres of land, and Lake Guild,
which is enclosed within the exposition fence, covers a surface of two
hundred and twenty acres more.
The fair boasts of the most beautiful site ever used for a similar purpose.
From its grounds four snowcapped
mountains. Hood, Rainier, St. Helens
and Adams may be seen on any clear
day. It has been more than two years
building, and cost up to the present
time over five million dollars, while
exhibits in the various buildings are
valued at five times that sum. The object of the event is to commemorate
the centennial of the exploring expedition of Captains Lewis and Clark
and to advertise the rich resources of
the 307,000 square miles of territory
which was opened up because of the
discovery of these prospectors. All
the western states have exhibits at the
fair, and a large number of the eastern
states are represented in different
capacities. The United States Government has a number of exhibit houses
in government buildings, and a large
number of foreign nations have provided liberal exhibits. The event will
be worth the transcontinental tour,
because it is of no mean proportions.
The exposition has grown appreciably, in the estimation of the people of
the east during the past year, and it
has grown in a material sense because
of its increasing importance in the
public eye, it having been necessary
to increase the acreage and add several
exhibit palaces not contained in the
original plan. It is held in a section of
the country of which comparatvely
little is known by the general public
that dwells east of the Rocky Mountains. The reduced railroad rates for
the summer will give easterners an
opportunity to see the exposition and
to discover the importance of the vast
northwest.
FAIS NOTES.
There are excellent prospects that
the beloved Liberty Bell will be transported
to Portland for the Lewis and Clark Exposition.
A commissioner from the fair Is In Philadelphia
seeking the city's consent to let the bell take
the trip. If this mission is successful, the
sacred relic of American independence will visit
the far west for the flrst time.
The chairman of the board of governors of the Jamestown Exposition Co. have
been notified that the state of Maine will be. In
part, represented at the Jamestown Exposition
by n building whli'h is to t>e a reproduction of
the birthplce. In Portland, of the poet Longfellow. Funds for the erection of the building are
being raised by public subscription. The work
Is being done under the direction of a commission named by the governor of the state.
The Minnesota State Fair will this
year give $50,000 away In the shape of premiums, half of this being purses for the winners upon the race track. A national exhibition and sale of cattle will be a feature. A
special amusement program has been arranged.
One of Pain's spectacles will be put on and It
Is probable that the Bauscher Carnival Co. will
furnish all the attractions for the 1'lke. The
Minnesota State Building at the St. Louis
17
I opening was a financial success;. Other Down The Nile, Just One Girl, Buckl shows will join at Hudson, their next skin Ben, Wild West, Edisonia, Colistand.
seum, McKenna's Ferris Wheel and
the seam riding gallery* The Coliseum, under he supervision of King
THE CONTINENTAL OPENS
Carlo, played to an even business
throughout the week. Free displays
The Continental Amusement and were made by Demonaro, chasm vaulExposition
Co.
opened
its
season
of
ter; Great Tree, the "man up side
World's Fair has been reconstructed upon the
fair grounds. Tuesday has been selected as 1905 and launched out upon the wave down" equilibrist, and Capt. Jules
of
public
favor
at
Pittsburg,
Pa.,
MonMinneapolis Day and St. Paul will celebr»te
Shelby, the life saving net diver. The
on Friday. Many improvements are being made day, May 15, playing to turn away company is under the management of
upon the grounds. Two miles of cement walks business all week. The appearance of
I. E. Bing. Wm. Judkins Hewitt is
have been laid out, a subway has been built
under the race track, several new buildings the newly gilded wagon fronts was general representative, and Bert Volker
have been erected and the old ones repaired. far more beautiful than the manage- is superntendent of construction.
STREET FAIR NOTES.
MADAM LILJENS
Wright's Uniformed Band joined the
American Carnival Co. at Thomasvllle, N. C.
Benham & Thompson joined the
Brundage & Fisher Amusement Co. at Van
Buren, Ark., with their World's Musee.
"Doc"
McAdams has joined the,
Bauscher Carnival Co., and Is exhibiting Gee-'
zero, the Mexican man ape. He also has charge
of the snake show.
Dr. Bauscher writes that they are
To Mme. Liljens, pictured above, belongs the distinction of being the only lady high diver
in the world, her admiring friends even claiming that no. other lady has ever attempted the
feat which she so successfully accomplishes daily. Attired In a suit of burlap which has
been drenched with a gallon of gasoline, Mme. Liljens is lifted to a height of sixty-five feet.
An attendant lights her oil-soaked clothing and the performer drops toward the audience aflame
from head to foot, alighting in a small tank of water at the base of the ladder. In the darkness the effect Is most startling. Her meteoric lllght and her plunge into the tank are always
witnessed with the greatest excitement. Not only is there the danger attendant upon the
regular high dive, but there Is a great possibility of the woman Inhaling the flames, which
mean certain death. Then, too, should the attendant light her clothing a second before she
Is prepared and she be forced to begin her decent with the consequent confusion. It can
be readily seen that her life would be simply worth nothing before human aid could reach
her. Mme. Liljens Is possessed of rare beauty and has a most pleasing personality. She la
•gain this season to be found with the Nat. Relss Southern Carnival Co.
Secretary E. W. Randall has an advertising
scheme that is a winner. He has arranged with
some 3,000 merchants In the twin cities, who
have a combined mailing list of about 50,000,
to advertise the state fair upon all their printed
matter.
ness writes that the enclosure was
crowded to sufflcation
The shows
were lined ui> as follows: Souf Befoh
De Wah, Barnes' Trained Animals.
playing to packed tents every night In their
tour of Alabama. A Glpsey camp has been
added to the list of attractions.
Our correspondent in Sterling, Kan'.,
writes that the business men of that city want
a street fair sometime In September. He adds
that none but the best carnival companies need
apply.
Mr. B. Delgarian states that he is no
longer connected with the DeKreko Brothers.
Mr. Delgarian, together with Joe. Bedroslan and
John Baxter, who were also with the above
company, will join the J. Frank Hatch Shows at
an early date.
Messrs. A. E. Bunoughs and Harry
E. Fegley have a first-class lunch stand and
baby rack with the Hoss & Naumann Carnival
Co. Both boys are Eagles and are receiving
no end of praise for their neatness, politeness
and business qualifications.
Mrs. Frank Fox writes that she is
very ill at the home of her mother, 28 German
street, Cumberland, Md. She writes that she
Is very much In need of outside help. She
wishes to hear from her husband who Is with
the Seeman-Mllllcan Carnival Co.
The Fort Scott Amusement Association Is the name of a new organization recently formed In Fort Scott, Kan. The membership is composed entirely of Eagles and its
purpose is to promote amusements and fairs of
all kinds In Fort Scott, July 10-15. Mr. John
II. Crane, of Fort Scott, Is the secretary.
Harry Vane, ventroloquist and magiclan, closed with the Royal Amusement Co.
May 20 and Joined the Cosmopolitan Amusement
Co. at Chanute, Kan., May 22. He goes in
front of the Bold Bank Robbery with the latter
company. There Is always something doing
when Harry is around.
Fred. Hewitt, of the Fred. Hewitt
Exposition Shows, writes: Just closed the week
at Linton, Ind., to Immense business. The
Emma Show, featuring Mrs. Lou Williams as
Mamie, was the center of attraction on the
midway. Cora Beckwlth and A. Siegfried Join
next week.
Tantlingers' Wild West opened with
the Cosmopolitan Amusement Co. May 1 at Ardmore, I. T. Mr. and Mrs. Tantlingers' shooting
is the feature act. A number of cowboys and
Indians, including Henry Boggs, fancy roper,
and Boomerang Bill with his bunch of boomerang throwers and busking bronchos, are with
the show.
Notes from the Cosmopolitan Amusement Co.: Thd Royal Blue Flyer left Ardmore,
I. T., May 6, after a week of very gratifying
business. We reached Tulsa on scheduled time.
Business has been good beyond expectations
despite the cyclonic conditions of the weather.
Our new venture, the Savage Wild West Exhibition, comes in for a lion's share of the business. Bronco busting. It seems. Is a much
greter drawing card in this western country
than in the eastern states. John Miller's Train
Robbery, Geo. H. Proctor's Old Arkansas Minstrels. "Pop"
Baldwin's Bank Robbery and
Nelson's Pog and Monkey Show are all vying
with each other for honors next to the wild
west show. All shows, n fact, are doing a very
. nice business. We leave May 13 for CherryI vale, Kan., for a week's stand.
Perfumed Hand Carved Beads
From the Holy Land.
PILBEAM
BROTHERS OPEN
The Pilbeam Brothers' United Carnival Co. opened its season May 14 at
Highland Park, Elkhart, Ind., to fully
10.000 people. It was also the opening
day of the park. The company's lineup the opening week was as follows:
Mile. Orrocco's spiral tower; Prof. McSherry, balloonist; Dare Devil Doolo in
a leap the gap act; Nick Otte, aerial
rings; Prof. Higley's band of ten
pieces, and the following paid shows:
Pilbeam Brothers' Great Train Robbery, Electric Wonderland, Old Plantation and Glass Show. Cramer & Reinbolt's Merry-go-Round, Gooding's Ferris Wheel, BoBo, snake show; Zimmerman's Bold Bank Robbery, and
Harvistick's Penny Vaudeville.
The
shows all did good business and the
For bangle pins and bracelets.
You've got something to
talk about. They come from
Palestine; are carved from
hard, dark colored, perfumed
wood.
Bracelets with washers,
chain and heart bangle.
No. 3003.
Per Dozen $1.15.
Per Gross SI2.OO.
No. 38O4.
Holy Wood Beads, Pel Gross $0.18; Per 1,000 SI.15. This is one item from our new catalogue.
It's chock full of Bood things. Send for a copy. Wake up.
ROGERS, T H U R M A N & COMPANY,
156 Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Illinois.
Mention "The BiUboard" when answering ads. Mention "T/te Billboard" when answering ads.
Xlie Billboard
CIRCI&
MU56UM
SHOWMAN INJURED
It Is reported that Frank Ci Bostock,
the animal king, Is doing the biggest business
In the history of his show at Coney Island, N.
While the heavy wagons of the Fore- Y. Hundreds are turned away dally. Bonavlta
paugh-Sells Brothers' Circus were be- and his twenty-seven lions are the leading
ing transferred from the Illinois Cen- feature.
tral Railroad yards to the show
Chas. H. Tinney and his band of
grounds at Springfield, 111., on May 15, twenty-five musicians are pleasing the patrons
of
the Sells & Downs' Show. Their rendition
John Dailey, an employ of the circus. of botb
and popular selections are comIn attempting to climb on one of the plimentedstandard
very highly In every town In which
wagons while passing the Leland Hotel, the performance is given.
lost his hold and fell beneath the
C. E. Yarnell, Jamestown, Ohio,
wheels. One of the wheels passed writes that that town Is circus hungry, as no
show
has exiblted there for two years. He states
over his right leg, breaking the
that a small railroad show or a big wagon
bone. However, he retained presence show
undoubtedly do well, and he will be
of mind enough to roll out of the way glad towould
communicate with any such.
of the next wagon, which was following
A
Flee
Is one of the novel
closely, or he would probably have been attractions atCircus
Coney Island. These
killed. He was taken to St. John's Insects walk a Dreamland,
tight rope, drive a hansom cab,
Hospital, and is resting easy. Apart pull a coach with flea passengers, and do many
from two bad fractures he is suffering other things not usually accredited to "Bugno pain. His home is In Georgetown, vllle." The attraction Is drawing well.
The
Hagenbeck
Trained
Animal
Md., where he has a. brother.
Show haa Just bought new t>ig top from Thompson & Vandlveer, of Cincinnati, consisting of
a hundred and sixty foot round top with three
CIRCUS GOSSIP.
fifty foot middle pieces. The old canvas will
,'Doc" Waddell has been especially be used for the menagerie, which is being inengaged as press agent with the John Robinson creased.
Ten Big Shows.
The Carl Hagenbeck Trained Animal
The Midget City is again at Dream- Show exhibits three days In Cincinnati, being
land, and one of the leading features Is The upon the Norwood show grounds May 29 and 30
Midget City Circus.
and at Cummlnsvllle the following day. In
J. R. W. Hennessey can be addressed spite of the fact that Cincinnati is outside of
In care of the Boer War Spectacle, Ashland the state of Indiana, we are promised every act
portrayed on the bills.
Hotel, New York City.
At Shamokin, Pa., May 13, during
The Delno and Garnel Troupe are
meeting with success on their novelty aerial the performance of the Slg. Sawtelle and
Welhs Brothers" Shows, a trapeze gave way,
bars with the Forepaugh-Sella Show.
precipitating George Tessel, an acrobat, to the
A JS.'OOO zebra, the property of the ground forty feet below. He was severely
Barnum & Bailey Show, died at Allentown, Pa., bruised and otherwise Injured and will not act
during the show's engagement there.
for two or three weeks.
Farmer and Mother Jones are headMiss Florence Sells, daughter of the
liners in the annex of the Wallace Shows under late Peter Sells, was married to T. H. Hardesty.
the management of W. H. McFarland.
a Columbus, Ohio, business man, In the Little
The Corner, New York City, on
John Morgan and Harry Dickinson Church Around
May 14. The ceremony was performed
arc at Dreamland, Coney Island, exhibiting Sunday,
by
Rev.
Dr.
G.
C. Houghton, and was witnessed
the Altar troupe of ponlea and dogs.
by only a few Intimate friends.
Wm. Schumacher, manager of the
One of the latest electrical attracColumbus Zoological Gardens, has leased Mid- tions
at Dorney's Park, Allentown, Pa., Is an
way Park, between Plqua and Troy, Ohio.
electric tree. It Is operated automatically by
Zelleno, the Mystic, with the Lemon the cars running on the new scenic railway.
Brothers' Show, was entertained at Detroit, Varl-colored lights are lit separately as the
Mich., Hay 7, by the Society, of Detroit Magi- cars pass certain locations on the road. The
cians.
illumination Includes 1,600 lights.
Harry E. Tudor, who has for years
John Robinson's "Ten Big" played
to good business at Alliance, Ohio, notwith- been connected with F. C. Bostock, returned
standing the fact that the grounds were very from Paris last week with the Bostock Show
and Is now managing the Animal Show at
undesirable.
Coney Island, N. Y. Mr. Tndor Is a hustling
Business with the Lowery Brothers' showman and deserves much credit for the
Show continues big, writes General Agent Sites. success of the Bostock enterprise.
The show will play Pennsylvania, New York and
The following Is the roster of the
West Virginia.
clowns with the Hagenbeck Shows: Rube Ryan,
The Martells. expert bicyclists with principal in charge; Earl Soncrant, assistant
the Sells & Downs' Show, took the audience by principal In charge; Mose Davis, Geo. Stroble,
storm at Norrlstown, Pa., where the show Wm. Adoll. D. Homer, J. Lawrence, W. Howpitched Its tents May 12.
ard, VanCleve and his mule. Pete; Lil Kerslake
The New York City press Is giving and his trained pigs, and Ed. Esberger.
to Frank C. Bostock many excellent notices, and
Following Is the roster of Lemon
Is devoting columns of reading matter to Bona- Brothers' advance car No. 2: Martin C. Milligan.
vlta and his lion, Baltimore.
manager; Jerry Kellum, boss billposter; Al.
Gentry Brothers' No. 2 Show broke Pyne, lithographer; C. Roberts, programmer and
all records In Indianapolis, Ind., the past week. paste maker; E. S. King, on sheet boards; Slim
Out of twelve performances given they were Bryan, Kid Hardy, Wm. Schumaker, S. Kline,
C. E. Jones and Joe McKoles, billposters.
compelled to turn people away at ten.
The roster of car No. 2 of the W. P.
Herbert S, Maddy, press representative of the HaKenbecK Trained Animal Show, Hall Shows is as follows: Fred Kessler, manager;
Tony Hammond, charge of paper; Chas.
called at our Cincinnati office May 15. Mr.
Syahy, charge of llthos: Chas. Mohn, banners;
Maddy reports big business and wet weather.
DeWitt Eavens, Mr. Williams, "Old Glory"
The Robinson Show missed the even- Miller, Frank Mills, M. Dwlnnles and Mr.
Ing pesformance at Kane, Pa., May 11, on ac- Nichols, billposters. Arthur Ansell, porter.
count of a long Jump to Kittanlng and a wreck
Following is a complete roster of
which occurred to another train upon ther road.
Gentry Brothers' Advertising car No. 2: W. C.
Thompson & Dundy's free open air I St. Clair, manager: E. D. Garrlgus, special
circus at Luna Park, Coney Island, N. Y., Is agent; E. C. Stirn. boss billposter; J. B. Nycum,
one of the big drawing attractions. Many high .T. Ricoh, II. B. Pannlll, lithographers; W. P.
class acts are booked to appear there this seas* . Richards, banners, and Z. Wright, steward. Mr.
The Al. G. Barnes Animal Show has A. Ball U special agent three days ahead of the
Just arrived In Abilene, Kan., from Cuba, where car.
It has been playing with the Circo Pubillones.
The Pawnee Bill Show was in McThe show goes out with the Parker Amusement Keesport, Pa., May 18, and at Connellsvllle the
Co.
19th, while the Wallace Show played the latter
C. L. Heffelman writes that he has city the 18th «nd thS former on May 19. The
closed as press agent with Gentry Brothers' No. Pawnee Bill Show played Greensburg May
2 Show, and expects to sign as press agent 20 and Wallace pitched his tents upon the same
with one of the leading parks of Ohio for this grounds two days later. Looks as If there might
have been some opposition.
season.
The Forepaugh-Sells Show did not
Ivor Davidson, well known for many
years as a circus giant, died at his home near give the evening performance at Marlon, 111.,
May
12, on account of the muddy condition
Red Wing, Minn.. May 15. His height was
seven feet, two Inches. Davidson was 46 years of the lot. Owing to the rain It was almost
Impossible
to get the wagons to the grounds
of age.
and the races had to be eliminated. NotwithMr. Geo. B. Beckley, the well-known standing, between six and seven thousand peocircus agent, Is now manager of Car No. 1 ple witnessed the afternoon performance.
and doing the newspaper work for the Sells &
The Hargreaves Show played White
Downs' United Shows. He sends his regards to
Plains, county seat of Westchester County, N.
his many friends In the profession.
Y.,
May 8. where It Is reported that 25.000
Business with the Great Mansfield
saw the show. Manager Hargreaves says
Shows has been bis win re the rain did not In- people
that
have one of the finest show lots In
terfere. They carry thirty people, and twelve W h i t ethey
Plains to be found in any city. The lot
wagons. Mr. W. L. Mansfield Is proprietor and covers nine acres of level and dry ground. The
Thomas Acton is agent for the show,
grounds are owned by Stalnach & Newell, the
Ed. E. Daley, the well-known press billposters of the city.
agent, played his home city, Indianapolis, last
Notes from the John Robinson's Ten
week, with the Gentry Brothers' No. 2 Show.
It is safe to say that the manner In which Ed. Big Shows: Business throughout Pennsylvania
Is
somewhat phenomenal. It has rained every
handled the press had a telling effect,
known rider, has started a movement for a home day slnec the opening, but this has had no
ill
effect upon the crowds. Denny Herry, a
for aged circus performers.
night watchman, fell from the train going at
According to a recent ruling, Clar- the rate of twenty-five miles an hour near Duence Horton, Assistant General Passenger Agent Bols, Pa. Strange to say, a bloody nose and
a slight scalp wound were the extent of his
Injuries. The Great DuBarry Is now doing a
forty-five foot Jump In his leap the gap. Rev.
Sueak holds services every Sunday In the big
top, and In every town has as his guests the
ministers of the town. Wm. DeMott, the well
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MANUFACTURERS OF
CIRCUSTENTS
TENTS FOR RENT.
Wo bought th« Expoiitioa and all It co»tained. W« list below a few of th* many ItMn* 816 K. Pearl St.,
that w* hav« that you will And *f inioren,
SETTEES.
3,«00 fin* substantial, extra well built Bettees, 6 foot long, with twe slat back, made of
hardwood, three iron Standard!.
COMMON CHAIRS.
29.08* wood teat, bow back, three ipladte
chairs.
1,000 Vienna Cane Seat Chain.
1,000 Saddle Seat heavy Ana Chairs,
Thousands of other Chairs.
INCANDESCENT LAMPS.
150,000 Lamps that were used at the Exposition. They have seen service, but are in
good condition and have been tested. They are
Edison Baee, 104 Toltage, General Electric
make, 8 candle power. We are offering: them
in lots of 500 or more, price each 6 cevtm.
250,000 New Incandescent Lamps, never ose4,
General Electric make, 8 and 16 candle power,
voltages 100 to 110, Edison base.
25,000 New Colored Incandescent Lamps,
Amber, Green, Opal and Ruby.
UNUSED TICKETS.
CINCINNATI, O.
TENTS
All KINDS and SIZES.
Have some Rood second hand tents on band.
one 35x50.
C.D.WESTON
6159-6161 Wentworth Ave., Chicago
TENTS
Several Million Exposition Tickets nsed for Manufacturers of Tents and Canvas Goods of
every purpose at the Exposition, on rolls and every description. l»~Write for Catalogue
suitable for any Amusement purpose. Low
DOVGUERTY BROS. TENT « AW. CO..
prices on large quantities.
100,000,000 FEET OF LUMBER.
ST. LOUIS. M I S S O U R I .
Send us your Lumber Bill for our estimate,
We can furnish anything In the line. Studding,
Foists and Timbers. Mixed 2-inch Flanking,
Dressed and Hatched Flooring:, Timbers i»
siiee 4x4, 4x6, 6x«, 6x8, 8x8, IJxlO, 10x1$
12x18, 14x14, and in lengths from 8 to 80 feet
Interior finishing material.
TURNSTILES.
150 Registering Turnstiles and Ticket Can
celling Machines, made by H. V. Bright. Eac>
Machine is equipped with Patent Electric at
laohment, making a double regieter.
Also 170 Glass Top Chopper Boxes.
100 Regular Pattern Registering Turnstiles.
URtflS-0
850 Exit Turnstiles.
IHI MURRAY CO.
TICKET
BOXES.
1,000 Galvanized Iron Ticket Receiving Boi»
also Coin Boxes, etc.
CLOTHING, SWORDS, ETC.
50* "Khaki" Uniforms, consisting of coat
and pant*.
200 Special Overcoats, made for the feffersoi
Guards at the World's Fair.
600 "Khaki" Caps.
500 sets of Swords, Belts and Scabbards.
BAMBOO POLES.
25,000 Bamboo Poles, used by the U. 8. Government in the Philippine Reservation. They
range from 3-inch to 6-inok in diameter at
the bottom and from 80 to 50 feet long. Use'ul for many purposes,
Thousands of other items: Motors, Copper
Wire, Doors, Sash, Trusses. Road Rollers, Rope,
Roofing, Siding, Lining, Pipe, Machinery, Hose,
Furniture, Office Equipment,
Safes, Vault
Doori, Fencing, Wire, Flags of all nations,
>pera Chairs, Water Coolers, Greenhouse Material, etc., etc.
Ask for Special World's Fair Oatalogm* He. *44
CNKAOO HOUSE WRECKI.G CO.. - Chicago orSt Louis
M
WantaTiiCThisYsar?
Weare Headquarters Southfor I
CIRCUS CANVASES,
Poles and Stakes, SEATS, Flags, Ktc.
BLACK TENTS.
SIDE SHOW PAINTINGS.
Front* and Banner* lor Street Fairs
^nTr KIBD'S PATENT CIRCUS LIGHTS
59-61 W. Wtihinrfton SI., CHICAGO. ILL.
All sizes for sale or rent.
Send for Catalogue No. 60.
OMAHA TENT AND AWNING CO.
OMAHA.
STREET - FAIR - TENTS
They are onr specialty, but we make any kind
of tent that Is made. Don't buy before getting our prices. Yours truly,
M. D. & H. L. SMITH, Dalton, Ga.
MANUFACTURER OF SHOW CANVASSES
SCENERY AND SHOW PAINTNKS!
.1011*. II I 1C II
No. aiH3 Boon* "t..
Show Tents for Circuses, Wild West
Shows, Black Tents, Candy Tops,
Flags. Kldd & Baker Lights, etc.
sens (or 16 page prlci list of SECOND-HAND Tents
BAKER & LOCKWOOD MFG. CO.,
418-417 Delaware S*.. -
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Kansas City Mo
CIRCUS SEATS.
K I II.
Cincinnati, O.
UNIFORMS
BANDS. MILITARY, MINSTREL PARADE
OUTFITS, USHERS and all others. Send
for Catalog, mention kind wanted.
Special Attention Given the Profession
Western Uniform Co.,220Clark St..Chicago
'ortable Grand Stands and Folding Circus Chairs manufactured. Estimates
'urnished and plans submitted to prospective purchasers.
F». A. McHUGH,
S8-61 Champlaln St., CLEVELAND, O
SHOW TENTS.
SHOW PRINTING.
Stock Hangers, Posters and Cuts on hand for adver-
every branch of the Amusement Business. Send for
AND TENTS OP EVERY DESCRIPTION tisingCatalogue
(D) of Dramatic and Show Printing;
Have on hand almost new, 35x50. 40x60 and 40x80
Catalogue (O) Fair-and Carnival Printing;
'ents. and 40U feet lu-feet stde wall, good as new
Catalogue (B) Billposter*, Commercial Posters.
Very cheap.
nnt-eUM Printing of all kinds.
D. VI. KERR MF-0. CO..
GREAT WESTERN PRINTING CO.,
67 S. Canal St..
Chicago. III.
513 ELM STREET. ST. LOUIS, MO.
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of the Big Four Railroad, has charge of the
circus transportation, which was formerly handled by the freight department. Mr. Horton'a
friends among showmen will be delighted to
learn of the change which was deemed advisable because of the former's wide acquaintance and extensive friendship with show people.
The Bodkin Brothers' Shows, a new
factor In the circus business, will open the reason In Chicago, Monday. May 29. We are informed the organization will be first-class
throughout all of Its departments. The show
will carry a menagerie, and after making the
Chicago lots and suburbs, will go on the road.
The management can use a few more people In
completing their organize tlon.
Attention is
•called to their advertisement In this Issue.
Notes from the Drake & Falkner
^United R. R. Shows: To-morrow will end the
•Urd week of our new shows and we are away
ahead i»i' cur r x p n - t u t ions. Three nights of
rain thitf week ami < • ; [ [ , ; t < ' i i y . In (Minister, N.
J.. we had to J u n e MM- emlro police force of
the city in a i l < l i M " i i to live spfdiil oflirors. Our
•ide show Is mm in rli:ir^c of Krownleo &
I2B-I33 W. Randolph St.
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artists; Malone Brothers, acrobats; Vantell, con- unconsciousl The descent was made
tortionist and trapeze artist; James Holt, slack without injury to the man, who was
wire and club Juggler, and Billy Evans, comedian. The electrical concert, constating of the immediately taken to the hospital
His injuries suslatest moving picture films and illustrated songs, where he revived.
is now under the suprevision of Mr. Chas. tained from coming in contact with
Wood, who also has charge of the privileges. the pole consisted of a lenghty scalp
Miss Birdie Hall sings illustrated songs. The
press and public are one in their praise of the wound and some minor bruises.
show, which has been playing to good business
in spite of continued bad weather.
PARK NOTES.
F. W. Burns & Co.'s Big R. R. Show The Columbus, Ohio, Zoo opened its
and Trained Animal
Exhibition opened its season May 22.
eighth season May 6 at Antigo. Wls., to good
McBeth Park at Lima, Ohio, will not
business. Following is the executive roster: open
u n t i l June 18.
F. W. Burns & Co., proprietors; Sam Burns,
A new $20,000 roller coaster is in
treasurer; Ed. Chllders, equestrian director, and
Phil Mead, advance^ agent, with five assistants. process of construction at Suburban Island Park,
The performers are as follows: The Four Mar- Davenport, la.
velous Lorenas, acrobatic and casting act; RobThe Casino at Hyatt's Park, Columbins and Guilders, double trapeze and comedy bia, S. C., will open Its season May 20, under
ladder act; the Skerbeck Sisters, pedestal con- the management of Mr. F. L. Brown.
tortion act; Mile. Labelle principal riding act;
We are informed that the McLanes
Louie Kohl, Jockey and hurdle rider; Harry
Helms, tramp Juggler; Kohl Brothers, horizontal will not put on the biograph at Whittlngton
Solicited*
the Montgomery Traction Co. in providing
amusements for Plckett Springs Park. Montgomery, Ala. A deal was recently closed with the
Philadelphia Park Amusement Co.. and the
amusement devices will be installed at an early
date. When these Improvements are completed,
Pickett Springs will be one of the most attractive parks In the South.
The Schuylkill Railway Co. will
abandon Pen Ma wr Park, near M t. Carmel,
Pa., and will establish a new park further down
the mountain at Big Mine Run. The new park
will have one great advantage over Pen Mawr,
namely, ease of access. It Is proposed to begin
the erection of a handsome new pavilion at once,
and make other improvements.
T. H. Morris writes that he has just
closed a deal whereby he becomes manager of
Elm Park, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Can., and states
that he will put on dally attractions, the same
as at River Park, of which resort he is also
manager. Elm Park Is considered the prettier
park of the two, but has been somewhat run
down, having had no attractions for several
years.
BRIGHTON BEACH PARK, CONEY ISLAND, N. Y
Above is the general plan for the outlay of the new Brighton Beach Park at Coney- Island New York. William A. Brady's Boer War Spectacle, identical with that produced at the St. Louis World's Fair, will be featured.
Ileed and the seventy with a thirty they use
has been small on several occasions. A new
oar has been added and we now carry nine
cars, all orange ami gold.
The roster of the advance of Camphell Itrnthers' Six Great Consolidated Shows Is
:is f n l l i m s. A. « ' • . <'ampin-11. .u'cticral iiiuiui^'i'i-:
W. T. Oilman, run true ting agent; Chas. I>.
Hammond, general press agent; Win. E. Sands.
manager car No. 1; Al. Lindey, manager car
No. 2; A. C. Whitney, route rider. The roster
of car No. 1 Is Tobias Beers, boss billposter;
W. B. Sands, assistant billposter; Fred H.
Gaster, lithographer; W. F. Kohlman, chef;
Edward Williams, Hurry Potts. Perry Hmv
Emmet Mullhollen, Louis Smith, Thomas I'lrtle.
Carl Bowers and S. 1>. Allen, billposters.
Notes from the Bert Silver Circus:
We opened May 9 at Standish, Mich., our l . r . i . i
quarters, to the largest business ever done in
this city. Everything wont smoothly and g.'ivo
the best of satisfaction. We will play Michigan this summer. The roster Includes The
Boughtons. Will. Amy and little Helen; Billy
Boughtou and his trick pony, Pansey. and riding
dog. Bruno; Madame St. Cyre's troupe of six
<logs; (Joodo. slack wire; Lydell and Clark,
iloiiMc t I-Mp*••/(': 1.* "I't. -•!ml"]-' i n i l i s t : Vern Ivi-s.
comedian; Silver Family of elglit musicians;
Ksister. Enrl nnd Dick Silver, Jugglers and balancers, and juvenile hand under leadership of
Miss Laura Silver. Mr. Ed. Cross Is in advance
with two assistants.
bar and ladder act; Prof. Burns, with his troupe
of educated horses, mules and ponies. Including
the trained horse, Logan; Prof. Bushey with his
trained dogs, wolves and wild cats; Harry Bussey. club Juggler and wire art: John Kohl, Dutch
clown, and Ed. Chllders, \ ankee clown. Prof.
Ed. Culver has charge of the band of twenty
pieces. Harry Helms has charge of the side
show. The show will travel through the iron
and copper belt of Wisconsin and Michigan.
Prices of admission are 15 and 25 cents.
BALLOONIST IN PERIL
Park. Hot Springs, Ark., as stated in a previous
Issue of The Billboard.
Robert Wayne has leased the Chautauqna Park at Owensl»oro. Ky., and will run
tirst-clnss vaudeville until the Chautauqua opens
In August,
West End Park, New Orleans, opened May 14. with Fischer's Military Band, Polite Vaudeville, and the klnodrome as attractions. Mr. Thomas S. Winston is managing
the resort.
For the first time in the history of
Coney Island ( N . Y.) a censorship has been
established over the exhibition of freaks there.
It Is stated that permits have been withheld
from the managers of several monstrosities,
which are declared to be revolting.
Suburban Park, Davenport, la., has
been receiving large consignments of goods purchased at the World's Fair, consisting of tables.
chairs, band stand, ornamental pavilions, booths
nnd the like. Work on the erection of the big
roller coaster Is rapidly progressing.
An army of workmen are busy at
Pain's Ampltheatre, at Manhattan Beach, Coney
Island, building nn exact model of Port Arthur,
which will be used as the great spectacular
production of the Kail of Port Arthur. The
picture will represent the fort as viewed from
the sea. and in the distance will be seen the
famous 203-inpter hill and other massive fortifications captured by the Japanese. In front
on the lake will be the fleets of Admirals Togo
and Manikoff. Companies of native Japanese
and Hussinns will add local color to the Immense picture. The lake has been enlarged
and deepened to provide sea room for the Ironclads, and ex-government experts have been engnged to work the torpedos. The season will
open . i ' " ; i June 17.
While drilling for water to supply
the lake at Dreamland Park, Decatur, 111., the
Workmen struck a subterrnean lake at a depth
of one hundred and ten feet. The supply of
water seems Inexhaustible and an elaborate
system of water works for the park will be
installed. Work on the theatre, roller coaster
M i n i other buildings is being rapidly pushed to
completion and everything will be ready for the
opening on Decoration Day. The vaudeville bill
for the opening week will Include the Weber
Family, acrobats; Weber and Nero I tight wire
aot: Hatch Brothers, musical comedians; Ralnuind and Good, dutch comedy, and Blngham
and Thornton, comedy character and musical
act. This will be followed by a week of comic
opera or drama by a repertoire company. Ben
Dodson, the genial Inventatlve business manager
of the Isle of Spice, has been secured by Manager Given as "promoter of special days."
Mr. W. W. Morton, balloonist, while
giving an exhibition at Chutes Park,
Los Angeles, Cal., recently, was forced
The Century Amusement Co. has
to undergo an experience that he does
not care to have repeated. As his bal- been incorporated at Columbus, Ohio, for the
purpose
of converting Century Park, nenr that
loon started on its aerial flight, a puff
Into an Up-to-date amusement resort. A
of wind threw the rider against a tall city.
new pavilion and dance hall will bo built and
pole rendering him unconscious. The conducted in connection with a summer theatre.
balloonist would have dropped had it The old dancing pavilion will l>e used as a club
The Incorporators are Harry Gawn,
not been for the fact that his feet were house.
Charles Faragher. A. H. Babcock and W. C.
The J. J. Dashington Big City Shows strapped to the trapeze. As it was, the Foote. The capital Is $5.000.
opened their season May 11 at Moline, 111., with balloon rose higher and higher, with
About $25.000 will be expended by
the following roster: J. J. Pushing ton, sole the aeronaut's head hanging downward.
proprietor and manager; Mrs. I>ashtngton. treas- Thousands of people were at the park
urer ; Jake Handler, master of transportation;
H. G. NEAL.
Major J. A. Mallory. advance; Billy Evans. and witnessed the accident, many wo- CIRCUS
XENXS,
amusement director: Geo. Miles, leader of or- men fainting and others screaming at
hand- 100-ft round top. with or without 50-ft. middle, urn-d six days: 90-ft, round top.
chestra; C. H. Cox, leader of band; Joe McRae, the sight of the unconscious man. The On
boss canvjisman with three assistants; B. Tlier- balloon, however, through the inter- with or without two 30-ft. middles, used three months; SIMt. round top.-with or without
;ii<-ft. middle. 40x60s. 30x50s. eto.. etc. 1 manufacture anything in can van you may need,
l.-uniis (Sunshine), chef, with two assistants; i
Dave Hall, electrician; Jeff Brandon, property mingling of the atmosphere with the 131 E. Srd St., St. Piul. Mini.
245 Hiniepin A v e . , Minneapolis, Minn.
hot
air,
descended
a
few
hundred
feet
uian. The performers: DuVell and During. I
»l,.'i rh artists: Kir. and Mrs. Markley, musical | from the park with the aeronaut still
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ment of the Sells & Downs' Shows settled «
blllpostlng matter with him. Some of the circus
billposters posted on walls In one of Gillette's
towns at a time when he had open space. He
presented his bill to the manager of the No. 2
Car, and after an explanation received the
money for the posting without question. Gillette Is now satisfied that the circus agreement
will rosult in much good to all parties If lived
up to by both sides.
TEX.—Amarlllo—J. L. Summers.
Hlllsboro—H. P. Jonei.
Sherman—W. J. Harvey, box 189.
UTAH—Salt Lake City—John M. Waldon.
WIS.—West Superior—C. A. Marshall, West Sy
perlor Hotel.
CAN.—Montreal—C. J. T. Thomas, box 1120.
Vancouver, B. C.—A. F. Morris, mgr..
Hastings St.
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The Wisconsin Billposters Associayou must do it yourself, he decided to
AEK.—Conway—I. F. Clark, box 82.
Edwardivllle—Kellermann Adv. Co.
be on the ground to see that his orders tion met at the Park Hotel, Madison,
Cotton Plant—Boon & Kchels.
Mattoon—MoPherson linn.. 801 N. 125th
St.
Helena—Fltzpatrlck B. P. Co.
were properly executed. We can see Wis., on Wednesday, May 10. There
Snrlngdale—TKe
Saunders Co.
Palmyra—A.
C.
Farmer.
the southeastern billposters jumping was a large number of members pres- IND.—Huntlngton—Benjamin Miles. 8 Everett
Walnut Ridge—Walnut Bltlg« 1'o.t. *
to the crack of the Astute Editor's ent, and Secretary Charles Bernard of
•t.
D. Co.
Indianapolis—Indianapolis Adv. Co., BIS CONN.—Stamford—Hamley Oeflnger.
whip. Of course Captain Jack was put the National Association favored the
Stevenson Bldg.
ILL.—Bloomlngton—City B. P. Co., Coliseum
down and out in one, two, three order convention with his presence. The
Michigan City^J. L. Weber & Co.
•nidft.
when the boss made his appearance Wisconsin billposters presented a comMuncle—Muncle Adv. Co.
Bnshnell—Chamberlain BUlpofttnf Oo.
pliment to an old member, Mr. E.
and wishes known.
Terr* Haute—O. M. Barlett.
Charleiiton—T. G. Chambers.
A. Hartman, in the shape of an honorWinamac—B. O. Burroughs.
* * *
Chicago—A. DaTls. 208 W. Van Bare* St.
IND.—Michigan City—J. L. Weber * 0».
Moines—W. W. Moore. LlcenseA.
It Is reported that Alex. Clark, presi- ary membership. Mr. Hartman hails IOWA.—Des
\* innnnn-—E. O. Burroughs.
Douda—Union B. P. and Adv. Co.
from
Manitowoc,
but
for
some'
years
dent and principal owner of the New
Mason City—Henry Dlehl.
IND. TER—Prjor Creek^T. A. Qnlnn.
Tork Billposting Co., refusing .longer past has held an important office un- IDA.—BoUe— R. G. Spaldlng.
IUA.—Pocatfllo—George Dash, box 27S.
to be a catspaw for Gude, took matters der the state government at Madison, KAN.—Atchlson—City Billpostlnf Co.
IOWA.—Corning—F. C. Reese.
which position he has rendered valin his own hands and signed the agree- in
Osawatomle—B. P. Fisher.
lies M . > i m - s \ v . W. M ' - n r f , Llcenwd DM.
service to the Wisconsin Asso- LA.—Lafayette—F. E. Girard & Co.
ment to amalgamate with the Ai Van uable
KAN.—Ellsworth—Wm. L. Carton. _^4I
ciation.
The
honor
was
well
bestowed.
Beuren Co. By so doing it is said that
Nlckerson—John E. Miller, . B. P. «•*
& Courley.
Secretary Bernard addressed the con- MASS.—'Boston—Cunningham
Dlst.
__^m
he ignored entirely the purpose that vention
Boston—John T. Carter, 288 Belmont it.
at
some
lengthl
The
following
K Y . — l i n . i t . l l i i - n f l - I ! n . n . t l . i u . l B. P. »n« DM0*.
Gude hoped to serve by forcing the officers were elected: president, P. B. MICH.—Ann Arbor—Andrew J. Bloomfleld.
K
n
s
7
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)
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v
i
i
h
<
\
-iiiiorlnm
B. P. »4 Dlst,
Jackson—W.
R.
Solomon.
Van Beuren interests to grant cerCe.
Fond du Lac; vice-president, MINK.—Morris—Georg* R. Lawrence, B. P. and
tain concessions. For instance, Gude Haber,
M I N N . — K e n i l . l l l A. T. Wheelock.
F. Leason, Marinette; secretary and
Ditt.
has long sought to control the National J.
M l i i i i < - . ' . ] i ' i l i « -I'.lbbOBI Blllpoittns O.
treasurer, E. J. Kempf, Sheboygan. MO.—St. Louis—S. A. Hyde, 2136 Eugenia it.
business going out of New York and The
Wlllinar- (. rn«liT ft Mirkliam.
next convention will be held at NEB.—Falrbury—Robert J. Christian.
has made overtures
at
differ- Janesville.
MISS.—Hrc«iklisv»n—F. H/Wlmberly A Bro.
Schuyler—RUB & Rolman.
ent times to secure that important adMONT.-^Billings—A. L. Babcock.
N, YORK.—Ogdensburg—B. M. Bracjr.
vantage. When the Protective ComN. YORK.—Cablesklll—Bflwln r. Weatworth.
Port Jervls—A. C. H. Mesler.
pany was formed he did his level best SOUTHEASTERN BILLPOSTERS
Potsdam—Bdaon Taylor, 20 Waverly it.
N. CAR.—StatesTllle—Rowland A4r. O*.
Schenectady—Chas. H. Benedict, liil l*j OHIO.—Mlddletown—Anthony H. Walborf.
to throttle it, but Pratt came to the
St.
rescue, and with Ross and Robertson
Syracuse—James Molonghey, Courier Bldf. PENN.—Altnuna—Charles Kdmun* Grubs, I2T
A large delegation of billposters met
as business getters It now places more
6th ave.
N. CAR.—Stateivllle— Rowland Adv. Co.
business than any two or three poster at the Hillman Hotel, Birmingham, I OHIO.—Clnclnnatl-^I.
Johnstown—Johistown B. P. C«x
J.
Murphy
ft
Co.
Ala.,
on
Monday
and
Tuesday,
May
advertising soliciting concerns in the 15-16, the occasion being the annual I
PhoenliTllle—George K. Oberholtmer.
Columbus—8. A. Hyde.
Newcastle—The J. O. Lorlng 0. B. P. Oo.
country.
Fosteria—W. C. Terrlll ft Co., lid W. Tifconvention of the Southern Billposters' j
* * *
8. CAR.—Gsffney—Ed. H. PeCams.
fin «t.
Association.
Many
matters
of
importMartin's Ferry—J. F. Blumenbnrf.
TEHN.—Memphis—Ward-McCanley.
The original plan of the New Tork ance were discussed. Officers were
Youngstown—M. Gteger.
TEX.—GalnesTlll«—Paul Gallla, O. B. P. and
Situation Committee was intended to elected
Dlst.
PENN.—Carlisle—Wm. M. Meloy. box 4».
as
follows:
president,
W.
A.
clean up this situation to Gude's likToakun—C. 0. Trlbble.
Dnbols—O. H. Barlow, 8 S. Brady «t.
Nashville; vice-president, S.
ing. With the Van Beuren Co. out, the Sheetz,
East Y-ork—Richard B. Staley.
W.
VA.—Bluefleld—H.
I. Saott.
S. Van Beuren, Memphis; secretary,
Johnstown—George Updegravei ft Oo.
Protective Company would have had H.
WIS.—Prairie dn Chlen—F. A. Campbell.
E.
Stoops,
Chattanooga;
treasurer,
Phoenlxvllle—Geo.
K.
Oberholtwr.
to go, too. This would have left Gude Chaal R. Collins, Jackson, Tenn. R. G.
Sbamokln—John V. Berry.
in full possession of the field. But the Douglas laid himself out to give the
Tyrone—C. B. Phllllpt.
M i i < TACK H \ M >i I : u > .
original program was smashed to boys a good time while in Birmingham B. OAR.—Columbui—J. C. Rlngley (at Charles- Just 'ithe» i .thing
for tacking tin and cardboard
splinters, and to save its face, the Com and everyone was delighted with the
ton).
signs.
Every distributor should bar* ou.
Phoenlzvllle—C. C. Trlbble.
Prices, with double extension hand, S3 laehM
mittee had to execute a right-about. visit.
TENN.—Cordele—P. D. Bancroft, Opera HODM long, each, $2.00; triple extension handle*, 4>
Still the Gude interests were able to
Inches long, each, $2.50. Send money with tk«
Bldg.
hold things up in hope that they could
Harrlman—Htrrlmtn B. P. and Adv. Ser- order. None sent C. 0. D.
get some concessions. It is now beTEXAS BILLPOSTERS
vice.
The Donaldson Litho. Co., Newport, Ky.
lieved that Alex. Clarke got tired of
Gude's interference and decided to
BILL POSTERS
The fifth annual convention of the
close the matter up.
State Billposters Association of Texas
have the best boards and
* * *
greatest
location* in
was held in Union Labor Hall, Austin,
o
The whole thing has been a serious Tex., on Wednesday, May 10, and was
blow to the pretensions of the Commit- attended by thirty-five members. The
T
tee on the New York Situation. Upon meeting was called to order by Presitheir return from the San Francisco dent L. C. Revere, and the reports
EVA1MSVILLE, INDIANA
trip, each member of the committee showed an increase in membership and
looked wise and hinted that something a comfortable balance in the treasury.
was going to happen to the "little man The election of officers resulted as folon Fourth Avenue" that would make lows: president, J. O. Bell, Denton;
him sit up and think. They did not vice-president, W. W. Berry, Sherman;
take many persons into their confi- secretary, Will P. Shirley, Weatherdence, but there was a leak somewhere ford; treasurer, J. E. Howard, Galvesand information as to their plans ton. The next convention is scheduled
trickled through. The rest was easy, to meet at Mineral Wells.
Week of IN/Iay 29ITi to June 3rd.
as readers of The Billboard know.
-AUSPICES
* * *
DAUBS.
Sometime next week we may exWalker & Co., of Detroit, Mich., are
pect another broadside from the peaan ordinance which requires billboards
shooter of the Astute Editor and we fighting
to
hope that it will contain something 'ron.be covered with sheetlron, l i n or galvanized
worth while at that time. So far he has
WRIGHT'S EXPOSITION COMPANY ATTRACTION.
Arthur Bickel, formerly with the
devoted his most valuable space to no Ponca
City Advertising Co.. of Ponca City. \A/ J*. |\J ^f f
I 3 Good Shows with trood fronts: Free Acts, s Piece Brass Band;
purpose; his promises of great revela- Okla., has built a plant In Mendota, 111., and WW *•» 1^ • K >^^
f t ^ . all privileges S10, except Confetti lor mule exrlii*lve.
tions have fallen flat. According to will apply for membership in the Illinois AsSeveral Good Kree Street Fairs to follow this one: wire, no time to write.
his plans the expose of "the man high- sociation.
er up" is about due and we admit a
C. O. Miller, of Miamisburg, Ohio, H. W. WRIGHT, Lottie Hotel. - - Evansville. Indiana
curiosity to know who that man is called at the office of The Billboard last week
reported great business in his territory.
and what the Astute Editor will have and
Mr. Miller has developed a fine plant for outto say about him.
door advertising In the Miami Valley.
* * *
Walker & Co., of Detroit, Mich., reThere is much speculation as to why port business "simply great." Space all sold
Peter Mylius resigned as solicitor for months aheud on both paint and paper. Couldn't
be otherwise with a l i n n that Is so progressive Erie, Pa., July 17th to -"2nd Inclusive, under the auspices of the Erie I. O. O. P. Temple AssoVan Beuren & Co. just as it was about as
ciation. Attractions: Tlie Great Itlundy Sliows. Population 75,000: 300.000 within a
Walker & Co.
to amalgamate with the New York
radius of 50 miles; advertised for one hundred miles. Privilege people take notice—all legitC. L. McClellan, of Xenia, Ohio, re- imate privileges and concessions for sale. Confetti only exclusive. Positively no gambling.
Billposting Co. Peter seems to have
?eived
the
contract
to
place
signs
du
the
big
made a confidant of no one on the sub- ':raln recently sent out from that city by the For prices address L. G, STERKETT, Asst. Sees., or E. H. MEItL. Asst. Treas., Erie. Pa.
ject, preferring to let outsiders form looven & Allison Co., loaded with binder twine.
their own conclusions, be they what There were one hundred banners 2x12 feet tacked
W/V1MT PERFORMERS QUICK.
they may. Some might think that this in the ears, and one hundred flying banners. Any good vaudeville act. sister teams, musical teams, comedians, trained dogs, sensational
work was finely executed and when all the acts, hustling advance agent. Three night stands under canvas: must change and make
was Peter's way of expressing his dis- The
were placed the big train presented a good. If you ean'tteive lowest salary In first letter don't write. Show now on the road. I
approval of the amalgamation, but banners
pay all: live in hotels. Write or wire to RAY'S ROYAL TROUBADOURS. Farmlngton, 111.
holiday appearance.
there could hardly be anything in that
Also want drummer and musicians who double in B. and O. Brott and Mason write.
Frank LL Greeley, manager of the
because, with Pratt in control, Peter Webster
City Billposting Co., Webster City,
would be stronger than ever in New "a., Is delighted with the way business has
York. Others think that it is because >lcked up in his territory. The company has
Peter positively refuses to work for .000 feet of flue boards and has them well
Circus men tell him that the plant Is SIDE SHOW TALK UK, One who can deliver the goods on a high-class Musical Show:
any concern in which Gude has an In- overed.
good as many in cities of 20.000. This Is onewhocan work strong ventriloquist figures preferred; salary or per cent; must give the
terest; but then Gude's interest will saltering
Indeed when Webster City can boast best of reference :is 1 have i.,i money to waste on Dubs or Johnny New-commers.
be so small in the amalgamated com- f but 0,000 population.
CAPT. W. I». AMENT, May 22-2S. Nashville, Tenn,; 29,-June 4, Hopklnsvllle, Ky.
pany that it ought not to disturb
Cal. M. Gillette, of Lapeer, Mich., is
Peter's peace of mind. Peter Is saying pleased with the manner In which the mauage- Mention "The Billboard" when answering adi. Mention "The BiUboard" when answering tula.
STILL IN THE
RUNNING.
THE JOHN CHAPMAN GO- greate.t
locatlon.
„,
fh'ig^^a^^tf&m:^x^.?arsg8^^ .^ ^nr^»
BIG FREE STREET FAIR
EVANSVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT
THE LARGE ONE—I, 0,0, F, Carnival
WANTED
.WANTED
Billboard
Maine National Guard. Patronage of Board of
Trade and Business Mi>n. June 22-July 1.
Prairie du Chicn. Wls.—Street Fair. June 5-10.
Heinz Bros.' National Carnival Co., attr.
Sallna, Kan.—Street Fair. May 22-27. World's
Fair Midway and Carnival Co., attr.
Sheboygan. Wls.—Free Carnival. Aug. 14-20.
Seymour. Ind.—State Log Boiling, Foresters En
campmont and Carnival. Sept. 4-9. L. E.
Jennings, sec.
Sparta. 111.—'Merchants' Free Street Fair. May
22-27. U. S. Carnival Co., attr.
Tomah, Wls.—Merchants' Carnival. June 19-24.
Heinz Bros.' National Carnival Co., attr.
Trenton. Mo.—Street Fair. July 2-7. Eagle
Carnival Co., attr.
Warrior, Ala.—Street Fair. May 29-June 3.
White City Am. Co. attr.
Watseka, III.—Business Men's Free Street
Carnival. June 5-10. Mitchell & Sanger's
Monarch Cam. Co., attr.
West Union, Tenn.—Street Fair. May 22-27.
St. Louis Syndicate Am. Co., attr.
Whitewater. TVls.—Firemen's Carnival. June
12-17. Heinz Bros.' National Carnival Co.,
attr.
Willlnmslmrg. Ky.—Street Fair. May 22-27.
Miles-May Showland, attr.
Wilmerdlng. Pa.—Street Fair and Carnival.
Auspices Fire Co. July 4-8. Thos H. Holland, sec.
Windber, Pa.—Firemen's 7ree Carnival. July
3-8. Continental Am. Co.. attr.
Wlchll*, K*u.—Carnn.-il. •>"»<• 1-17. II. C.
Lockwood, «ec.
Ford City, Pa.—Street Fair. Auspice* Hose Co.
No. 2. July 3-8.
Ford City, Pa.—Street Fair. Auspice* Ho*e Co.
Sept. 4-9.
Fort Madison, la.—Street Fair. A. O. U. W.
June 13-17. C. H. Sallsbnry. mgr
Ft. Plain, N. T.—Street Fair. Sept. 11-16.
Emlel Rebell. sec.
Ft. Scott, Kan.-rStreet Fair. Ansplce* of F.
O Eagles. July 10-15. Parker Am. Co., »ttr.
Fostorla, O.—Street Carnival. Ansplces Fraternal Order of Eagles. May 29-June 8. Will
H. Welder Cam. Co., attr.
Frankfort, Ind.—Big Pow-wow Celebration.
Auspice* Red Men. Ang. 22.
Gatesville, Tex—Reunion and Carnival. Ansplces the Confederate Veterans. July 18-21.
W. H. Johnson.
Oouvenenr, N. T.—Free Street Fair »nd Firemen's Carnival. July 8-8. Pierce ADI. Co.,
29
CONFETTI! CONFETTI! CONFETTI!
THE LARGEST FACTORY IN THE WORLD.
Capacity, 5»OOO Founds Per Day.
If playing in the Eastern Circuit write St. Louis Confetti Co. at
its branch office in New York City; address letter to 91 Wall
St., Room 202 Jauncey Bldg. If operating in the West, write
home office at St. Louis, Mo., for quotations.
ST, LOOIS CONFETTI COMPANY,
Grand Forks, N. D.—Street Fair. Jalj 81-Ang.
5. Collin's Am. Co., attr.
Great Falls, Mont.—Street Fair. July 10-16.
Collln's Am. Co., »ttr.
Greensboro, N. C.—Street Fair. May 29-Jun» Liars License.
Decoration Day Fobs
5. American Cam. Co., attr.
Greenfield. O.—Street Fair. Ansplces Red Men.
LATEST
FADS.
WHIRLWIND
SELLERS.
May 22-27. Will H. Welder Cam. Co., *ttr.
June 3. T. 6. Scott, sec. Patterson-Bralnerd
Cam. Co., attr.
Grand Ledge, Mich.—Street Fair. June 2»-Jnly
Decoration Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day Fobs
1. Capitol Am. Co.. attr.
Hamilton, O.—Free Street Fair. Ansplce* Red
Kcd, white and blue Silk Kilibon. with polished brass and
Men No. 190. Sept. —. Wm. Trick, sec.
nickel plated checks. Paper Fans. I'aper Bells. Hoskrts.
Welder's Cam. Co., attr.
Helena, Mont.—Street Fair. July 8-8. ColHats. But-In Badges. Liars' Licenses. Confetti. Toys, Jewlln's Am. Co., attr.
elry, Canes, Rubber Balloons, Firemen and Elk Buttons.
High Point. N. C.—Free Street Fair. June 6-10.
Badges, Rosetts. Celebration Goods, of all kinds. 2000 different novelties for
American Cam. Co., attr.
Ilopfclnsville, Ky .^Carnival. Ansplces Wood- Summer Resorts. Carnivals. Celebrations. Fairs. Send for Catalogue.
men of America. May 29-June 3. SeemanThis liat is revised and corrected weekly.
Mlllican Cam. Co., attr.
Hurison. Mich.—Free Street Fair and Carnival.
Alliance, Neb.—May 29-June 3. Collln's Am.
May 22-27. Pllbeam Bros." United Carnlv*!
Co., attr.
Co.. attr.
Alpena. Mich.—Street Fair. July 10-15. Cipl- Indianapolis, Ind.—Street Fair. Aniplce* In- 134-136-138 Park Row,
NEW YORK.
tol Am. Co., attr.
diana National Guards. May —
Alpine, Mich.—Street Fair. Jun* 19-24. Great Ionia. Mich.—Street Fair. June 19-24. CaplESTABLISHED IN 1852.
Qulncy, 111.—Street Fair. June 12-17. Ferari
J. Frank Hatch Shows, attr.
<
tol Am. Co., attr.
Bros.' United Shows, attr.
Arcadia, La.—Street Fair. May 20-25. Cres- Jackson, Tenn.—Pythian Street! F«lr and CarniReynoldsville,
Pa.—Street
Carnival.
July
4-«.
Cent Am. Co., attr.
val. Oct. 16-21. J. T. HcCntchen, Jr., sec.
R. M. Gibson, sec.
Arkansas City, Ark.—Street Fair. May 29and treaa.
N. T.— Merchants' Exposition and Free
SUCCESSOR TO
June 3. C. W. Parker Am. Co., attr.
Jackson, Miss.—Corn and Cotton Carnival. Oct. Rome,
Street Fair. June 6-10. Pierce Am. Co.. attr.
Ashland, Ky.—Street Fair. Many 22-27. RoMnF.
PATUREL
& CO.,
RuShville,
111.—Street
Fair.
Ang.
28-Sept.
2.
son Ain. Co., attr.
Jacksonville, Fla.—Carnival. Ansplce* JacksonBaldwin Bros.' Shows, attr.
Adhtatoula Harber. O.—Street Fair. June 12-17.
ville Carnival Assn. Nov.—. W. R. Car- Saginaw, Mich.—Street Fair. Aug. 21-28. CapiBaltimore, Md.—Rebuilding Celebration.
Sept.
tol Am. Co., attr.
Tho target! and Oldest Dealer and Importer off
10-19. J. Harry Tregoe. pre*. assn.
KeokukPrei'a.—Street Fair. May 22-27. Patter- St, Johns, Mich.—Street Fair. Ang. 14-10.
GAS, WHISTLING AND ADVERTISING
Bancroft. Mich.—Street Fair. May 29-June S.
son & Brainerd Cam. Co., attr.
St.
Joseph, Mo.—Street Fair and Carnival. AusWlzom Bros/ Carnival Co., attr.
Klttannlng, Pa.—Fifth Annaul Firemen'* Free
pices Central Labor Council. June 5-10. cosBarne«vllle, O.—Street Fair. Jnne *-iO.
Street Fair. Anspices Hose Co. No. S. Joly
mopolitan Am. Co.. attr.
Battle Creek, Mien.—Carnival at Lake View
31-Aug. 6. Harry J. Walter, sec.
Capitol
Co., attr.
Park, Lake Cognac. May IIS June 8. Capitol Kokomo, Ind.—Street Fair. Ma- 29-Jnne 8. St. Peter, Am.
Minn.—County Fair and Street CarniAm. Co., attr.
IN THE WORLD.
Monarch Carnival Co., attr.
val.
Sept
14-18.
E. Miller, sec.
Bay City. Mich.—Street Fair. July 8-8. Oapt- Lacrosse, Wis.— Street Fair. Anspice* Mer- San Jose, Cal.—StreetB.Fair.
May 22-27. Fiesta
tol Am. Co., attr.
chants' Protective Ass'n. July 8-8.
Carnival Co., attr.
Barry, 111.—Street Fair. Ang. 8-18. Baldwin Lake Charles. La.—Street Fair.
We recc'iv^every week from our factory
May 22-27. San Crnlx, Ca.—Street Fair.
May 16-20.
•Bros.' Shows, attr.
Balloons of alt kinds 'and sizes that we
Whitney's Greater Shows, attr.
Fiesta Carnival Co., attr.
Belleville, Ont.—Street Fair and Reunion. July Lansing, 'Mich.—Street Fair. June 1-6. Capiguarantee
of superior quality to any
Sheridan,
Wyo.—Street
Fair.
Jnne
12-17.
Col24-25. Arthur McGlnnln, secy.
Am. Co., *ttr.
offered on tlie market.
MM> Am. Co., attr,
Billings, Mont.—Street Fair. June 19-24. C»l- LatolSalle,
111.—Street Fair. Oct. 8-7. Alfred Sheffield, Ala.—Street Fair. Dates not set.
We also caution our customers and the
lln's Am. Co., attr.
Slielton, sec.
Talladega, Ala.—Firemen's Annual Spring Festi'trade to beware of inferior goods and
Boonvllle, Mo.—Street Fair. Ang. 10-17.
Las Vegas. N. M.—Street Fair. May 15-20.
val and Street Fair. May 22-27.
Breckenrldge. Pa.—Street Fair.
May 22-27
false
numbers offered at cheap prices.
Monarch Am. Co., attr.
Tarentuu. Pa.—Street Fair. May 22-87. Oreat
Oreat J. Frank Hatch Shows, attr.
Lexington, Ky.—Street Fair. May 29-June 4.
PRIOE LIST ON APPLICATION.
J. Frank Hatch Shows, attr.
Brldgeton. N. J.—Fourth Annual Festival and
Ansplces Tent No. 80 Knight* of the Macca- Tarkio, Mo.—Free Fall Frolic. Sept. 5-10.
Carnival. Auspices Brldgeton Hospital and
bees. Robinson Am. Co., attr.
Vallajo, Cal.—Street Fair. May 29-Jnne 8.
Brldgeton Athletic Ass'n. June 19-24. Cha«. Lexington,
Mo.—Eagle Street Fair. Ansplce*
Fiesta Carnival Co., attr.
F. Reeves and D. H. McBrlde, «ec's.
Lexlng
Eagle*'
Llnb.
Jaly
8-8.
Brne*t
FegWare, Mass.—Street Fair. Ansplces Business
Bntte, Mont.—Street Fair. June 26-Jnly 1.
ert. sec.
Men's Assn. Sept. 14-16.
Collln's Am. Co., attr.
Locansport. Ind.—Fourth Annual Spring Car- Warsaw, 111.—Street Fair. Aug. 15-20. BaldCamden, N J.—Military Carnival. May 20-25.
nival. June 5-10. John E. McMillan, sec. win Bros.' Shows, attr.
Toy Whips and WalkingfCanes.
Pierce Am. Co., attr.
Mundy Shows, attr.
S. D.—Carnival. Auspice* South
Canal Dover, O.—Carnival. Auspices the Ea- London, Can.—Street Fair. June 12-17. Mundy Watertown,
Dakota Traveling Men'* Association. May
gles. May 22-27. Boss Carnival Co., attr.
Carnival Co., attr.
26-27.
Canton. 111.—K. of P. Carnival. Oct. 2-7. Geo. Mankato.
50 Ann Street. NEW YORK.
Minn.—Mankato Buslnen Men's Carni- Waverly, Tenn—K. of P.'s Street Fair and
C. Hoyt. sec.
val.
July
3-6.
C
H.
Grlebel,
Jr.
Carnival. May 22-27. W.' M. Elder, sec. L»rge>*t Manufacturer* in United State*.
Cape Glrardeau, Mo.—Street Fair. Ansplces Martin's Ferry. 0.—Street Fair. May 2»Ju»«
K - - T V 1 U . I - I I K n 1865.
St. Louis Syndicate Am. Co., attr.
Merchants' Protective Association. May 293. Hoss & Naumann United Shew*, atti.
OataloiruB furnished on application.
Kan.—Big Band Carnival. Sept. —.
June 3. Seeman-Mllllcan Mardl Gras Co., attr. Maysville. Ky.—Street Fair and Carmlv*!. AM- Wellington,
C. E. Glaman, *ec.
Caruthersvllle, Mo.—Free Street Fair. July
pices of the Red Men. Ang. —.
Winchester, 111.—Merchant's Free Stree Fair
3-8. G. W. Dashman, sec.
Middletown, 0.—Free Street Fair. Aiaptoes
and Carnival. Aug. 21-28. E. A. Lankford.
Cedar Rapids, la.—Ninth A n n u a l Carnival and
Shinning Light Council No. »8. Jnne 12-17.
esc.
Horse Show. Oct. 2-7. B. J. Carey, sec.
Fred Johnson, eec. Welder'* Can/Til Co- Wilmington, N. C.—Street Fair.
Ansplces
Chanute, Kan.—Street Fair and Carnival. Aus- at tr.
Cherokee
Assn Haymaker* No. 912. Dates
pices Ohanute Fire Di'pt. jlay 22-27. UO8- Midway. Ky.—Street Fair. June 12-17. Miles
not set. W. L. West, sec.
mopolltnn Am. Co., attr.
May Showland, attr.
Winnipeg, Can.—Street Fair. Aug. 7-12. OolCharleston, 111.—Uniform Rank K. of P. Carni- Mill
Shoals, 111—Street Fair. Anf. •-!».
lln's Am. Co., attr.
val Ass'n. (Dates not set.)
Milwaukee.
Wis.—Street
Fair.
June
19-24.
Wyandotte, Mich.—K. of P. Free Street Carnl
2244 Glbert Ave.. Cincinnati, Ohio.
Chattanooga, Tenn.—Chattanooga Spring FestiBros.' United Shows, attr.
val. May 29-June 3. Pilbeain Bros.' United
val and Street Fair. Auspices Merchants' Mt.Fernrl
Airy,
N.
C.—Free
Street
Fair.
May
2E-27.
Carnival
Co.,
attr.
Assn. May 29-June 3. Geo. B. David, sec. American Carnival Co., attr.
Oheboynan, Mich.—Street Fair.
July 17-22. Mt. Clements, Mlc*.—K. of P. Fr*e Oirmival.
Capitol Am. Co.. attr.
June 19-24. Great J. Frank Hat*k «b«w*,
CHAUTAUQUAS.
We have ALL the Latest Novelties.
Cheyenne, Wyo.—Street Fair. May 22-27. ColBest Tissue Paper Fan*
gross, $2.28
lln's Co.. attr.
Mt. Carmel. 111.—Free Street Fair. Ansplces
Magic
Vdolet Bouquets
gross, 3.00
ALABAMA.
Chicago, III.—Great May Carnival. May 18-29.
Business Men's Assn. May 22-27. LachmanNo. 60 Gas Balloons
gross, 3.60
Prof. Albert, 52 Halstead St.
Talladega—July 17-Aug. 1. Wellington J. V«n- Confetti
Keetch Shows, attr.
(bright
and
clean)
Ib. 614
Chlckasha, I. T.—Street Fair. May 22-27. Great Mt. Vernon, N. T.—Outdoor Carnival and Firedlver.
Confetti Dusters, assorted colors 100.... 1.50
Alamo Shows, attr.
AE KANSAS.
men's Convention. Jnne 19-24.
Red,
White and Bine Carnival Canes,
Clyde, Kan.—Fifth District M. W. A. Log Roll- Muscatlne, la.—Street Fair and Carnival. Ang.
Eureka Springs—July 9-Ang. 6. Homer T. Wiling and Watermelon Carnival. Auj. 81-Sept.
per 100 1.00
son.
1. B. J. Felse, sec.
Com. Collar, Tie & Cnff Buttons,.. gross,
67
Nashville.
Tenn.—Street
Fair.
May
22-27.
SeeFort
Smith—Jnne 23-July 4. Rev. B. T. BdColnmbus, Ind.—Carnival. Auspices Colnmbui
Immense
assortment
of
canes,
pocket
cutlery,
man-MIIIlcan
Mardl
Gras
Co.,
attr.
monds.
Woodmen. Jnne 6-10. Robinson Am. Co.,Nellgh, Neb.—Street Carnival. Sept. 18-15. W. Sprlngdale—July
rubber
balls,
rubber
thread,
blow
outs
and
new
24-S1. Cha*. F. Eenner.
attr. Ralph Bills, sec.
novelties.
W. Cole. sec.
Slloam Springs—July 20-26. Fred Bartelle,
Cosnocton, O.—Old Home Week. Ang. 7-12.Newark.
Tlie Oolddniltli Toy Importing Co.,
0.—Street Fair. July 3-9.
Geo. 8. Caton, see
CALIFORNIA.
I •-••-• Kant Fourth M . , < i i n i n r i i i i i. O h i o .
New Castle, Ky.—Street Fair. May 29-June 8.
Cumberland, Md.—Street Fair.
May 32-27.
•s May Showland, attr.
Long Beach—July 11-23. Prof. G. H. Crow, Los
Ba-kont Cam. Co., attr.
Castle, Pa.—Free Carnival. June 6-10.
Write
Angeles.
Danville, 111.—Street Fair. June 5-10. Ferarl New
Oreat
J.
Frank
Hatch
8how»,
attr.
Your
Pacific Grove—July 18. Mrs. E. J. Dawson.
•Bros.' United Shows, attr.
Norfolk, Va.—Street Fair. Anspices Knight* of
Own
COLORADO.
Deadwood. S. D.—Street Pair. Jane B-10. Col- Pythias. Jnne —. Layton Carnival Co., *ttr.
Anywhere, at Any Time, in Any Slyle,
lln's Am. Co., attr.
Boulder—July 4-Ang. 4. F. A. Boggess.
Oakland, Cal.—Street Fair. Jnne 6-17
Decorah, la.—Carnival. Jane 25-Jnlj 1.
City. Okla.—Street Fair. M»y —. Colorado Springs—Garden of Gods Chautauqua. WITH OSGOOD'S FOUNTAIN MARKING IRUSH.
Dumont, N. J.—Firemen's Fair and Carnival. Oklahoma
Handy as a fountain pen. Carried In the Test
Aug. 10-21. J. R. Robinson.
Parker Shows, attr.
Oct. 3-7. W. S. Shedman, gen. mgr.
pockit; can be used on tbe road or street. In the
Ottawa. Kan.—Carnival. May 29-June 8. CosCONNECTICUT.
tent. In fact anywhere. Always ready, handy and
East Liverpool, O.—Street Fair. May 29-June
mopolitan Am. Co., attr.
reliable. Complete Lettering Outfit, consisting of
8. Great J. Frank Hatch Shows, attr.
Owensboro, Ky.—Inclosed Carnival.
Ansplces Plalnvllle—July 13-26. Daniel W. Howell, 411 Fountain
liruah, Sample Alphabet*. Chart and Ink
Co.. attr.
Woodmen. May 22-27. Great Mnndy Shows,
Windsor ave., Hartford, Conn.
Tablets (four different eolorgi, prepaid for One
Eminence, Ky.—Street Fair. May »-27. Smith
attr.
Dollar.
Illustrated
descriptive circular sent free.
Greater Am. Co.. attr.
GEORGIA.
Paris, Ont.—Old Boys' Reunion and Summer
L. B. OSQOOD. 915 Eagle Ave., NEW YflPKEmporla, Kan.—St-"»t Fair. Ansplces Neosho
Carnival. Aug. 14-19. G. B. Stewart Jonea, Barnesvllle—Early July. W. B. Smith.
Tribe No. 4 Red Men. Sept. 4-9. L. A. Newgen. sec.
Dublin—June 19-24. H. M. Stanley.
.ton, Jr., sec.
Paterson. N.. J.—Carnival.
.—
a n . Jnne 6-17. W. B. Newman—July 17-23. W. L. Sticker.
Erie. Pa.—Odd Fellows Carnival. Ansplces I. aerson.
Johnson, 170 Broadway.
O. O. F. Temple Assn. July 17-22. C. Peru,
ILLINOIS.
Ind.—Street Fair. Auspice* Red Me*.
P. Hnmmell, Dr. C. H. Harvey and B B.
Every Day7 If not sit right down and write us a postal giving
Aug. 7-12.
Brown, L. G. Sternett, Committee on Arrange- Pine Beach, *7a.—Carnival. Jnne 11-17 Colnm- Aurora—Ang. 12-20. O. L. Wltaon. 828 Mer- your name and address. We will tell you all about our plan by
which many are earning even more. A clean, honorable busiments.
cantile block.
bia Amusement Co., attr.
ness, requiring no capital, liut paying handsomely. A. F. writei:
Fargo, N. D.—Street Fair. July 24-29. Oolite's Plttsbnrg,, Pa..—
—Carnival.. May 15-27. Contlnen- Bloomlngton—July 21-81. R. F. 'Jerry.
I made $39 last week." R. W Bays: "My sales lust month were
Canton—Jnne 24July 4. J. H. Sowerby « T. •$326;
Am. Co., attr.
tal
a Aim.. and Expo.. Co.... attr..
my profits $ HO." We will help you do as well. Wo send
C. Fleming.
Flndlay, O.—Street Fair. May 20-27. Ferari Pontlac, Mich.—Street Fair. Jnne 12-17. Oaplyou
FREE a book which you will find a GOM» MIXE of
Clinton—Aug. 18-28. B. B. Be»tley.
Bros.' United Shows, attr.
tol Am. Co., attr.
opportunity simply awaiting development. Every day you wait
Flndlay, O.—Free Street Fair. Ansplces Path- Popular Bluffs, Mo. — Street Fair. ABiplce* Danville—Aug. 18-81. Rev. B. B. Carr.
you lose. Write today and ask about our Town Property
finders' Lodge. July 8-8. W. L. Teal, sec. Eagles' Club. May 22-27. Seemu Millie** Decatur—July 8-18. J. H. Shaw. Bloomlngton, Content. J. B. Foot* Foundry Co., D*p(. 3ft I-redpriektown, O.
111.
Welder's Carnival Co., attr.
Mardl Gras Co., attr.
Oct. 6-11. J. H. Bhaw, Mention "Tfte Billboard" when answering adsFlint, Mich.—Golden Jubilee. Jnne 1-*. J. Portsmouth, O.—Street Fair. Auspice* i O. D. Delavan—(Indoor)
Bloomlngton, U1.
W. June 6-10. Frank Boaumoat. chna.
D. Dort and H. O. Wood, sub-committee.
FIREWORKS, g^&e.
Street Fairs and Carnivals.
W. F. MILLER,
GEORGE A. PATUREL
41 & 43 Warren St., NEW YORK.
BALLOONS
Also Novelties for Streefmen.
CANES and WHIPS
D. C. RICKETTS
Flags and Decorations,
CONFETTI, CANES, SLAPPERS,
United States Flag Co
STREETMEN
L Show Cards
ARE YOU MAKING $5
Tire Billboard
30
nixon—July 30- Aug. 14. .Hon. Adam Kripe.
MISSOURI.
Lena.
23-Sept. 4. I d W. I.unklnEl Paso—(iDdoor) Oct. 18-24. J. B. Shaw. Clinton—Aug.
Carthage^Tuly 4-13. H. G. Fltzer.
Bloouilngton, 111.
11-20. A. J. l i l t t .
Galcshurf—July 29-Ang. 7. J. H. Shaw, Bloom- Maysvllle—Aug.
Neosha—July 19-28. John Brown.
Ington.
Rock
Port—Aug.
4 12. Jas. F. Gore.
Jollet—July 18-24. W. L. Miller, Pontlac. 111. Seneca—June 12-22.
L. Stewart.
Kankakee—Aug. 21-80. C. W. Meneley, 8892 Warrensburg—(Pertle M.
Springs). Aug. 10-18.
LaSalle St., Chicago.
C.
Stewart,
401
N.
4tb
at., St. Loul«, Mo.
Lincoln—Aug. 16-26. S. B. Guilett, inpt.; O. B.
ALL UP-TO-DATE MONEY GETTERS.
Stringer, pres.
MISSISSIPPI.
Lltlila Springs—July 29-Aug. 15. Her. Jai- Crystal Springs—July 12-88. H. P. Todd.
NEW ONES UNDER WAY ALL THE TIME
per L. Ooutblt, Lltlila.
Mechantcsburg—Aug. 18-27. B. 8. Bollard.
, .,„-,
r
T
Mollne—July 13-24. W. V. BIchards or B. H.
FOUBTH OF JULY CELEBRATIONS.
F r~—rrr.
I
Wilson
Aurora,
Ind.—Auspices
Firemen,
I.
W.
Me
Mattoon—Aug. 12-22. J. B. Shaw. Bloomlngton,
Mahan.
111.
Dover, O—Modern Woodmen of America.
Monuiouth—Aug. 15-24. K<>v. 1. S. Tus«ey, Lit- Canal
Carutheravllle, Mo.—Celebration and free Street
tle York.
Fair.
G. W, Daanman.
Ottawa—Aug. 18-27. L. O. Balrd.
Charleston, W. Va.—F. O. B., A. 0. Pottt.
Oak Park—July 1-10. H. M. Holbrook.
Corydon.
Ind.—M. W. of A. W. H. B«aa«.
Petersburg—Aug. 9-24. Rev. Geo. H. Turner.
Pa.—Auspices City Firemen.
Plasa—July 20-Aug. 16. W. O. Paisley, Lin- Danville,
Eminence,
Ky.—Lodge No. 140, I. O. 0. F.
coln, 111.
Fairmont, W. Va.—Retail Merchants' AssociaPontlac—July 22-Aug. 6. A. 0. Folsom.
tion.
Princeton—June 26-July 5. L. S. Smith.
FIndlay, O.—P. B. O. E.
Paris—Aug. 4-14. W. L. Miller, lontlac.
Gaillpolla, 0.—M. J. K a u f m a n .
Rockford—Aug. 17-31. A. 0. Folsom, Pontlac. Greencastle,
Ind.—Dedication of Court Bonae.
Shelbyvllle—July 24-Aug. 7. Dr. J. 0. Wesur- Hampton, la.—T.
B. J. Robinson, pres. Busivelt.
ness
Men's
Association.
Sterlmg^July 21-31. H. M. Holbrook, Oak Hoxle, Ark.—Robt.
Alen.
Park.
Lafayette. Ind—RnaseU K. Badgood.
Sycamore—Aug. 12-22. H. M. Holbrook. Oak Laporte
City,
la.—B.
L. Manwell.
Park.
Ind.—C. D. Dally.
Urbana—Aug. 18-27. Rev. Richard O. Haney, Lebanon,
Logansport,
Ind.—Jos.
Rfltemeler.
Mollne.
Logans-port, Ind.—Loganaport Commercial Glob.
nmuu.
Manchester, Ohio—-Manchester Progressive Assn.,
Frank S. Carroll, sec.
Brooklyn—July 22-Aug. 16. Ilev. L. L. Oar Mankato,
Minn.—L. Colson.
penter, Wabash.
Mapleton,
Minn.—Auspices Fire Department and
Culver—Military
Academy, Summer Nan
Business
League.
School for Hoy8. June 5-Aug. 80. D. B Marysvllle. Men's
O.-^Matlnee Olnb. W. F. Brodrlck.
Glgnalllat.
Automatic Picture TlarnlncM fur
If
Ncbrns-ka
City,
Neb.—F.
B.
Elkhart—Aug. 25-Sept. 2. Chas. L. Wagner Nevada. Iowa—Storey Co. O.
12, 15 or 4S View*.
^
Celebration.
Gblcago, 111.
Pana,
111.—Auspices
of
Red
Men.
Island Park—July 20-Ang. 12. KeT. J. F. Sny Portsmouth, O.—W. O. W. damp No. la.
Jl Weighing IHaohlnpt., Atblctlc Devlre», _ .
der. La Grange
Ind.—A. R. Burton.
II
Vending Mai liln<»«, Fortuity
M
Jefferson—Aug. 6-15. Prof. O. A. Protsar, New Princeton,
Rhlnelander,
Wla.—Max
Zimmerman.
"
Tellerii, e*c.
IT
Albany.
Tlpton, Ind.—Auspices The Orients.
I/aPorte—July 23-Aug. 2. Her. Oeo. 0. Moore.
Crbana,
O.—Judge
Mlddleton,
chrm.
COMPLETE
LINE.
LaFayette—June 12-22. Fred Meyer, Lafayette Utlca, N. Y.—Henry Scheel, 156 Genesee st.
J. H. Shaw, Bloomlngton, 111.
•Red Top" Lifter.
Electric Tower Lifter
Warsaw, Ind.—C. W. Scott.
Madison—Aug. 10-20. J. V. Cravens.
West Baden Springs, Ind.—Basil B. Decktr Poart,
Remington—Aug. 12 27. Robert Parker.
G. A. R.
Richmond—Aug. 28-Sept. 4. J. H. Shaw, Bloom Wilmington, Ohio—N. M. Llnton, sec. Matinee
Ington, 111.
Club.
Tlncennea—July 28-Ang. 13. E. E. Carr.
Wlnona Lake—July 5-Sept. 1. Sol. C. Dickey
DETROIT
Soil for Catalogue B.
118 Monument Place, Indianapolis.
ZioofMlle—Aug. 5-23. J. O. Hurst.
Tke following datci kmve
IOWA.
Gheipest Place on Earth
M* the
AIMI-S—Ang. 9-18. J. A. Campbell.
to
buy Watches, Jewelry
Atlantic—Aug. 5-13. Ben W. Wood.
and Novelties. W r i t e
ARKANSAS.
Albla—Early July. W. J. Hastle.
for
Catalogue.
Allertnn—Aug. 1623. Rev. J. A. Shannon.
Hot Springs—State Bar Assn. Con. Jnne 1-2.
Bloomfield—July 17-24. Davis County ChanBOUTELLE'S
Sec'y, room 16, Moore & Turner bldg.. Little
tauqua.
Rock, Ark.
111
Summit
St.. ToU'do.O.
Clarlnda—Ang. 5-19. William Orr.
COLORADO.
Centervllle—Aug. 4-13. J. M. Beck.
OF AMERICA
Springs—State Dental Assn. Con. June
Clear Lake—July 24-Ang. 1. Dr. W. W. Oarl Colorado
—. Dr. Harry W. Bates, 287 Majestic bldg.,
ton. Mason City.
Denver,
Col.
Columbus Junction—Aug. 2-10. Marshall C Denver—Natl. Federation of Musical Clubs' Con.
can place over three hundred
Crouch.
June 7-10.
Do you want a First-Class Gypsy first-class acts suitable for
Chariton—Aug. 15-25. F. R. Crocker.
Creston—June 2S-July 4. Prof. W. BelL
CONNECTICUT.
Wanted: two more Lady Summer Parks and Fairs.
Colfai—July 30-Aug. 10. Cnas. J. English. Bar- Bristol—G. A. R. State Encampment. June 5-6. Camp?
Ian.
Address Prof. FRANK, Send your open time and
W.
C.
Hlllard,
255 Main St., New Britain, Palmists.
Fort Dodge—July 23-31. Dr. Pbll Balrd, pres.;
Conn.
J. F. Monk, sec.
1634 W. Lak« St., Chicago.
New
Britain—Or.
Temple
of
Honor
State
Con.
Fullerton—Aug. 6-16. B. B. King, St. Edward,
permanent address at once to
Junr 7. Joseph A. Clark, 25 Pleasant St.
Neb.
Stanford—Jr. O. U. A. M. State Council Con.
Fail-Held—Aug. 12-22. Rev. Thos. Osborn.
Sept. 26. H. N. Marvin, 33 Glbbs St., NewJAMES L. BARRY, Bus. Rip.
•Glenwood—July 19-Ang. 7. L. H. Maus.
Haven, Conn.
IiKlianola—July 20-Ang. 7. S. M. Holllday.
8 Union Square, New York City
Waterbury—Post Office Clerks' State Branch
Iowa Falls—July 9-17. C. J. Cavana.
Con. May 30.
Marshalltown—July 1-10. Elijah BTOWB Jones.
A small Mrrry-Uo-Kound Ortran. In ttrstLEW MORTON. Secy.
Medlapolls—Aug. 13-24. T. T. Flan.
class condition, new music. Cheap for cash,
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
Malvern—July 2-10. H. I. Beatle, pres.; H. J. Washington—O. U. A. M. Natl. Council Con. H. F. BLOCK. 191* E.Hazzard.I'hlladelphia.l'a
Balrd, supt.
Sept. 12. John Server, 1341 Arch St., PhilPeterson—July 12-24. C. H. SUples, Grlnnell.
adelphia, Pa.
Red Oak—July 1-8. Rev. Wm. Murchle.
For Carnival and M. W. A. and G. A. R.
Washington—A.
and I. Order Knlffhts of Malta
Sidney—July 22-31. E. S. Randell.
Encampment and B1U FOURTH OF JULY
Gr. Commandery Con. June 6. Wm. F. Scott,
Storm Lake—July 16-24. M. M. Monlton.
CELEBRATION, to be held July 3rd. 4th and
15-19
10th
St.,
N.
W.
Tama^une 24 July 4. 0. E. Fleming.
5tb. 1905. at. Merrlllan. Wis. WP want Str«et»
Washington—Sons of Veterans' Inter-State EnToledo—July 1-10. John A. Holmes.
of Cairo; Merry-Go-Round: Pog and Pony
campment. June —. F. E. Cross.
Washington—Aug. 16-25. A. B. Miller.
Shows; A Snake Eater; etc. Blir crowds will
Waterloo—July 11-22. Rev. Frank L. LoTeFLORIDA.
be there. For further information write to
land.
O.
M. Kl< K1K1», Merrlllan. « i< . at once.
Jacksonville—Turpentine Operators' Natl. Con.
KANSAS.
Sept. 13-14. J. A. Hollomon.
Belolt-Wuly 16-26. Rev. T. H. J. Taggart, COB Sea
Breeze—State Dental Society Con. May 81.
cordla.
Dr. D. D. Berkman, pres., Dayton, Fla.
Cawker City—Aug. 3-18. B. L. Hnckell.
Clay Center. Aug. 8-18. Rev. A. B. Whltmer.
ILLINOIS.
Emporia—Jnne 26-Jnly 7. Dr. P. B. Cromer.
Ottawa—July 6-17. Kev. C. S. Nusbanm, Cher- hlcago—Advertising Novelty Mfrs.' Assn. Con.
An experienced Dog and Pony Show
Sept. 5>-7| Ben B. Strone, Coshocton, O.
ryvale.
Chicago—Natl. Baptist Con. Sept. 13. W. L. Transportation, Board, Season's work Agent; Salary $20.00 per week and
Wathena—Ang. 5-13. A. W. Themannon.
with
one
of
the
Biggest
Shows
on
the
Causlln,
Nashville,
Tenn.
Winiii-ld—June 20-July 3. M. B. Light.
Mcago—Inter-State Retail Coal Dealers' Assn. road.
Apply by wire to Frank R. Tate, expense*. Address Mgr. COZADS
KENTUCKY.
Con. June —. F. B. Lukens, 1419 Monad- Columbia Theatre, St. Louis, Mo.
SHOW, Portland, Oregon.
nock blk.
Ashland—June 28-July 8. Rer. Jobs McCarthy,
Chicago—State Homopathlc Assn. Con. June —.
Huntlngton, W. Va.
Burton Hazeltone.
STREETMEN
Carlisle—Aug 3-13. H. M. raylor.
Lexington—June 28-July 8. Dr. W. L. David- 'hloajro—'Reunion Army of the Phllllpplnes Natl.
Society. Aug. —. T. E. Duncan, Kansas City,
son. 1711 Grant St., Washington. D. C.
Mo.
On-ensboro—Aug. 6-20. W. O. Archer.
SOMETHING NEW
hlcago—Natl. Archery Assn. Oon. Aug. 15-17.
LOUISIANA.
Ed. B. Weston. M. D.. pres.
Jollet—-Krleger Societies' Natl. Con. Aug. 26Ruston—June s-July 4. O. B. Staples.
It is one of the greatest novelties ever introduced. You sell one and
29. Wm. Grohne.
MAINE.
then get ready for the rush. 300# profit can be made. NO FAKE.
Jellet—Gr. Observatory North Star Benefit Assn.
Con. July 18-19. G. L. Peterson, Mollne, 111.
Ocean Park—June 23-Aug. 81. Kev. W. J
Sell one and then watch them get the craze.
Peorla—26th Annual Con. of State Retail Liquor
Twart, 12 Reservoir St., Lawrence, Ms.su.
Dealers' Assn. September —. M. J. McMARYLAND.
Carthy, 109 Randolph St., Chicago, 111.
WILL
*,
THE
t»
WILL
Cumberland—July 28-Ang. 10. W. L. Radellff*, Peorla—.Auctioneers' State Con. June 6-7. Col.
G. H. Read.
cr. Y. M. C. A.
YOU
Mt. Lake Park—Aug. 829. Dr. W. L. DavidGET YOU
/f)NIVERSAI/4
FOR :son, 1711 Grant it., Washington, D. 0.
A
PIMPLES, BOILS, ECZEMA,
MASSACHUSETTS.
or any eruption of the skin, use
WIFE
Montwalt—July 17-28. Qeo. H. Clark, Somervllle, Mass.
Northhampton—July 11-21. Dr. W. L. DavidU L
son 1711 Grant St., Washington, D. 0.
Every streetman in the D. S. should have this In his line. Write for
I O l t H I I, \:
FOB
MICHIGAN.
the interesting story of the Universal Introducer.
Sulphur-1
-1'otasll Bltartras
Bay Vl.-» .July 25-Ang. 19. F. (illlum Cromer,
Iron—yodil Benzoat, Etc.
1314 N. Main St., Dayton, O.
UNIVERSAL
INTRODUCER CO.
Send 25c. at once
Ludlngton—July 22-Aug. 24. Blvln Swarrhont,
T A BLE TS
633 Mich. Trust Co. bldg., Grand Raplda, PRICK 25 C'KNTS, per Box of 50 Tablets.
503 Matthews Bldg.,
for sample.
Mich.
Manufactured bj the SUL-FER CHEMICAL CO..
Lake Orion—Aug. 11-21. Bev. D. L. Martin,
O.TohnK. St..
DETROIT. MICH.
Ionia, Mlcb.
MILWAUKEE,
WIS.
Vsk .your drnirglst or sr-nd :!'•> cents In stamps.
South Haven—Aug. 2-19. A. D. Prentice.
MINNESOTA.
Wanted—5 Girls for Carnival show at once.
STREETMEN
Albert Lea-^July 16-20. Claud B. Southwlck, \dd.with photo, A. M. KEEFEK.MoneKO. Ind,
Commercial Club.
Mention "The Sillboard" when answering ad&
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Oon.
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Con. July —. H. P. Trice.
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Clubs Con. May 31-June 1. Mrs. Jno. L.
ton. 12 West M»t St.. New York City.
Sluirpsteln.
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B. Prltchard.
WEST VIRGINIA.
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Joseph H. Mackey, Philadelphia, Pa.
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York City.
Roller. Charleston, W. Va.
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Con.
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C. T. Hiteshaw, Parkersburg, W. Va.
Glrard bldg.. Philadelphia. Pa.
York—State Rural Letter Carriers' Assn. Con. Huntlnjrton—Wholesale Grocers' State Oon. May
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Con.
June 19. A. W. Anderson, Blue Island,
C. C. Miller, 1384 W. Broad st, Sta. D,
111.
Columbus, O.
Marttnsbnrg—Twenty-seventh Annual Council of
RHODE ISLAND.
P. E. Church In Diocese of W. Va. June 7.
Rev. Robt. Douglas Roller, D. D., Charleston,
Hartford—V. P. Union of DnlversallsU Society
W. Va.
Con.
July 12-19.
Harry Adams Hersey, Wheeling—State Medical Society Con. May 24Providence, R. I.
26. Dr. W. W. Golden, Elklns, W. Va.
Narragansett Pier—American Railway Accounting Officers' Con. Aug. 80. 0. G. Phillips,
•WISCONSIN.
79 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111.
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Xatl. Con. Ang. 18. J. B. Davis, 1733 S.
Chapman, pros.
16th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
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Court Con. June 13. J. A. Dupont, 188
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Chaplin ave., Providence, R. I.
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Fred Renter, 309 3rd st.
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June 18. Mrs. A. M. McCalllster, Madison,
Con. June 23-24. C. W. Hawkes, Rock IsS. D.
land. II.
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tices and Press Feeders' Protective Assn. Con.
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las, Tex.
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June 13. Samuel H. Tattersall, Cathedral
18. Howard H. Cole. Aberdeen, S. D.
and Preston sts., Baltimore, Md.
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cil of Minn.. Dakota and Manitoba, United
gress. Jnne 3-5. Ernest H. Hottelet, 700
Commercial Travelers of America. June 9-10.
10th St., Milwaukee. Wis.
J. M. Dresser. 780 Cedar St., St. Paul, Minn. Milwaukee—State Ilomepathlc Medical Society
Con. May 24-25. A. L. Burdlck, M. D.,
TENNESSEE.
.Tfluesvllle, Wls.
Bon Aqua Springs—State Pharmaceutical Assn. Milwaukee—Natl. Woodmen of America Con.
Con. July —. E. K. Trollnger, Bell Buckle,
June (wk. 1IM
Tenn.
Milwaukee—Military Order of the Loyal Legion
Congress Con. May 27-2*. Col. J. P. NicholBristol—German Baptists of the United States
son. 1535 Chestnut St.. Philadelphia, Pa.
Con.
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Tenn
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.Tune 20-24. Anna P. Lister. Peoria. 111.
Knoxvllle—Knlchts of Pythias Gr. Lodge Con.
Milwaukee—American Press Humorists' Con.
May —. Abe. Allison.
K n o x v i l l i — D a u g h t e r s of the Confederacy State
\Vra. F. Kirk.
Con.
Mm- 17-111.
Milwaukee—Natl. Baggagemen's Mutual Benefit
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\ssn. Con. Jnne 10-11. W. D. Carrlck, 5
Paul H. Kern, 1816 Broad St.. Nashville,
Fnlon Depot.
Tenn.
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16-20. F. P. Strage. 1532 Chestnut St.
15-17. Robt. Lusk. Nashville, Teun.
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writers' Con. July 18-20. D. E. Murphy,
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tli- Itrx-k A r k .
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Indianapolis, Ind.
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way. New York City.
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illlwaukee—Lutheran Genl. Council. Oct. 12.
Memphis Natl. Congregational Workers' Con.
Rev. S. E. Oneford. Allentown. Pa.
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America Con. June 17-19. W. T. Copeland,
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St., Chicago. 111.
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timore, Md.
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Tenn. May 24. J. R. Harwell, gr. scribe.
Wls. June 6. Mrs. Sarah E. Hutchison.
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20-21. H. L. Moore, Von Alstyne, Tex.
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tributors' Con. July —.
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THE BARNEY
Granite and Marble Works
OF FLINT, MICH.
Who erected the monument at Durand, Midi.. In memory of the attaches of the Wallace
Bros. Shows, killed in the wreck at the latter place In August, ]903, are prepared at all
times to execute orders for all kinds of Cemetery Work. They are admirably equipped,
have the latest high-grade machinery—Power Polisher, Pneumatic Surfacer. and Pneumatic
Tools for lettering and carving: and they have a number of skilled artisans employed the
year 'round, who are proficient in all tlie details of the work. One of the firm, brought up to
the business, superintends and wives his undivided attention to the perfection of every contract coming to their hands. They cordially invite correspondence from any person wishing goods in their line, and stand ready to name low prices, furnish excellent goods and
they guarantee satisfaction to all their customers. Drop them a card for lowest prices, cuts,
designs and specifications. Tliey are thoroughly reliable*
••^^J~~z
Half-Tones and Zinc Etchings tbat print weir.
WE ASK YOU for the first order;
YOU'LL A5K US to do the next.
All half tonen etched T>KKP and on COPPER. Let UB design your letterhead; our work and prices will please you.
WANTED....
.WANTED
WANTED....
.WANTED
New and Sensational Out-door Acts; also like to hear from vaudeville
performers desiring to break long jumps. Address,
H. T. FOSTER, IVItjr.
Four Mile Creek Park,
Erie, F»a.
Free and paid attractions for Fourth of July. Merry-Go-Rounds. Balloon Ascension. High
Dive, and others. Privilege or Percentage. Address M. H. COLLINS. Chairman Amusement Committee. Nebraska City, Neb.
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WANTED FOR
Preble County Fair
Weston Air Braki Co. Winner Concert and
Am. Co.. Don M.
Wewhoff, Orvlng
Mgr.
White. Eddie W.
V i i l i . - Slave Co., Mgr. Wlmmer Pub. Co.
Whlteman, Dr. X. W. Wlnstock, Melvln O.
Wiseman, Clint J.
Whitman, Henry
Whlttier, H. H.
Winner, E. W.
Whlttman Comedy Co.. Wltzlaben, E.
Mgr.
Wolf. Maurice
•Kikcnltrht. Joe
Wolfe. Harrison J.
Woodford, M. E.
Wlllard, Herbert
Wood's Show, Wm.,
(Trombone)
Williams Vand. Circus
Mgr.
Williams. W. C.
Wooley Concert Co.,
Williams Show, Wal- Wynne, John
Yates, Aubrey (Vaud. For week commencing Sept. 11, 1905. No communications will be answered unless prices are
lace, Mgr.
Singer)
Wllsey, Charley
given. Also want to sell space for a limited number of first-class tent shows.
Wilson & Moran
York. Col. W. B.
Wilson Stock Co.,
Young, Norman H.
FRANK MITCHELL, Manager Attractions. Lock Box 91. Eaton. Ohio.
Frederick H., tier.
(Specks)
Wilson, M. D.. Shad- Zantour, Snlslt
ows of The Gallowt Zello, Geo.
(Writ* N. Y. Offlcet Zerro (Illusionist)
•EAGLES" THEATRE STREET C A R N I V A L : A First-class Carnival Co.; none
other need apply: week beglnnlmrJuly 31, 1005. Add. FREMONT McXEES. Secy.. Wabash.Ind.
PLAYS FOR SALE.
A Woman's Love, Melodrama In four acts; cast FOK SALE -Moving Picture Machine and Arnold Gas Making OutHt. good condition. J45;
eleven, seven men and four women. The Cave Lubln Burner and Rheostat like new. IB ; Sun Rival Vapor Outfit, new, used one week. 310.
of Paradise, a beatulful Melodrama In four acts;
grand plot. Lured From Home, Melodrama In WANTKI>— To Rent, Black Tent. 20x50 or 25x00. or will trade for same: must be in firstfour acts; cast ten; runs two and one-half hours. class condition and complete, poles, stakes, ropes, etc. Want films also. BlI 132, RwkvlllC, lid.
Slaves of The Workshop, sensational Drama In
four acts; appealing to the public. The Sunset
Limited, a reallstis R. R. Comedy Drama; three
Open for Independent Carnivals and Fairs.
acts full of laughs and tears; ten people; specI I l u l l Dive, 75 I . . i, Tbe Great Daah for
ialties can be Introduced. Time, Melodrama,
Lite.
< oinrdy Trick Houiie (Pantomime).
copyrighted; three acts. Who Is Next, a senNovelty Hate Punching.
tlonal Play, copyrighted; four acts; ten people.
Wardrobe
and
properties.
A-l
good
cuts
for
billing.
Address
The Trust Kan, a musical farce Comedy In three
GEO. MATTHEWS, M»r.. Missouri Valley. Iowa.
acts. When Love Goes Sighing, a four-act Melodrama. O'Booligan's Wedding, Farce Comedy;
WANTED—Experienced Operater,
ten people; three acts. Tim Mahoney'i Frolics,
Farce Comedy In three acts; nine people; specmust be able to handle both
ialties can be introduced. W. B. WATSON, electric and calcium lights and capable of making
makir good lecture on pictures;
Wation's Theatre, Brooklyn, V. Y,
E ATON , OHIO.
FREE ATTRACTIONS
.WANTED
WANTED.
AT LIBERTY:
4—BIG FREE ACTS—4
The Grace Castle Attractions
Operators and Ballyhoo People!
EMPIRE CANDY FLOSS
MACHINE.
Used about three weeks. Jeo.OO. A No, 1 condition: sent on Inspection, IS5.00 on order,
balance C. O. !>.; gas burner, handle power.
Sig. B. REINHARDT,
2O9 Sixthl Street.
HOBOKEN. N. J.
FOR EXCHMNCIE - Photo, outfit, complete, fot
Moving Pictures, micred. DURKEK, Sprlngfleld, O.
FOB SALE—5 strands 6 tier seats, lot poles and
stakes, poplar, new $15; Arnolds gas outfit lot
chemicals. $10; Calcium Jet, $5; Life of Christ,
50 colored. $12; all In ftne order. At Liberty;
Slack Wire with Moving Pictures. J. R. CHAMBLES8, Avondale, Ala., care Stove Foundry.
ELECTRICAL BANJO; Al condition; cost new
$350; our price with three rolls music, $100.
Roover's Name Plate Machine, $30. GUSSLEU
& ADAMS, Huntlngton, W. Va.
to a man not afraid of work I pay good salary; ''don't need any Managers."
Can use 2 good Ballyhoo Men; must play music and sing loud. Long season.
Write qnlck to E. R. BENJAMIN, Prairie Du Chain, WIS.
Stereoscopic Views
For Slot Machines, guaranteed originals from
life; send for catalogue. Address THE CHICAGO NOVELTY SUPPLY HOUSE, ITS Milwaukee avenue, Chicago, 111.
WANTED—Good street man who can sing and
play his own accompaniments on guitar or banjo.
Address .1. B. NELSON, Manlto, 111. .
ANIMAL TRAINERS
Wanted for Col. D'Ostas' French Menagerie:
Lady to perform with Pumas; Gent, for Mixed
Group; apply at once; week 22nd, Keokuk, la.,
29, Jackson, 111.; long engagement for good
people.
WANTED
Musicians of all kinds; can place a few more
specialty people for the GREAT KENTUCKY
SHOW. Address.
E. C. M, BADE, Owingsville. Ky
WANTED—Picture Machine Operator for Electric Theatre.
CRAMER & BECHT. Billboard.
SMALLPOX
scars. Chlckenpox marks, removed from the »kln by my remarkable cosmetic discovery; send for
description and sworn testimony
from patients throughout tile United
States whom I have successfully
treated. 13. D. RODGERS, M. I)..
Wanted First-class. Barber that can play
Tlolin. cornet or clarinet in band and orchestra; good money to the right man. Write at
once, THE METROPOLITAN PLACE, John
T. Rees, Propr., Greensboro. N. C.
FOB BALE, rent or exchange for land, BO-ft. Wanted—Band Leader, dble cornet. In orch.
R. Top with extension for stage, 28x16 ft. wide. strong cornet double; 2nd fid.; musical team:
16 ft. high; also complete stage, 2 curtains, 8 and trood single acts,that double brass. Vaupieces of scenery, blue seats, stringers and jacks deville under canvass. J. J. DASHINGTON.
(400 people), poles, stakes, etc., complete tent Geneseo, III., May 22-25: Sheffield, 111.. May
used one week; 2 covered wagons, new- 26 and 27; Mynet. Ill. May 29 and 30.
G. A. R. State Encampment will be held In show,
all for $200. J. A. LYNCH, 613 12th St., Sioux
this city. June 6, 7, 8 and 9. Wanted—Inde- City, la.
pendent shows not connected with carnival comATTRACTIONS WANTED for Wayne Co. Fair
pany. D. I I Mllllkan, Chm. Prlv. Com.
Association, to be held at Monticello, Ky., Sept.
5-6-7-8, 1905. Isaac Walker, sec., G. T. Ram- For No. 1 Dulaney's Cncle Tom's Cabin Co.,
sey, pres.
Tuba Player, double In orchestra; boss canvasman that understands seats and lights; also
Prof. Chas. Swarti, America's Leading Aeronaut, presents new novelty features; every as- WANTED—To Join first-class carnival for the full acting company for No. 2 Tom Show; wire
or
write at once.
cension guaranteed satisfactory or no pay; good season. Have brand new 20th century Merryoffers considered. Address direct. Humboldt, go-Ronnd. Wanted—First-class M. O. R. en- S J. DU LANE Y, New Martlnsvllle.W.Va.
Tenn.
gineer. L. P. STBAVINS, Cnippewa Falls, Wls.
Suttons, write or wire.
Washington G. H,, Ohio,
WANTED
BALLOON ASCENSIONS
FOR SALE
...WANTED...
SLOT MACHINES; 10 Detroit,,; 2 Owls; 1
Musical Lion; all fine condition; will sell separSingle novelty man. Address BILLY DEMACK
ately or $325 buys the lot. 10 Little Wonder
Ochelata. I. T.. May 22-27.
Water Blowing Machines, $50. GUSSLER & A three-act Melodrama, entitled The Fifth ComADAMS Huntlngton, W. Va.
mandment. Address,
WANTED, Circus Lights—Second hand. Must
be in good condition. State price, and full parHELEN SHEHMAN GRIFFITH,
31000.00
ticulars first letter.
to be spent In good clean original Platform
Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, Pa.
J. S. STIMMEL, 52 Arcade Bldg.,
Attractions for Western Manitoba Big Fair,
Springfield, Ohio.
Brandon. Good privileges on percentage also
WANTED—Two more Shows, Ferris Wheel and
required.
Merry -go-Round, Plantation, Vaudeville and WANTED—Snake eater, to Join Carnival Co. at
I have three complete carnival shows; want Platform Shows, Small Band, Free Acts. Must K . . I . H U H . . May 29. All summer work; answer
partner with capital to buy new tents; big be of the best. All privileges $10. No ex- at once; Irst come, first served. Address
thing for little money. Address TENTS, care clusive except confetti. Promoter wanted. Write
ISAAC MURPHY,
Billboard.
Perm. add. GEM AMUSEMENT CO., Bellalre.O.
Kokomo, Ind.
WAN TED
tlMUTm Musicians f o r CUMMIN'S
W A N I til WILD WEST, cornets, trom""" • •»•» bones, clarinets, and other musicians, write or wire, to open White City
Park. May 27. Add. GEO. ATTEBERY.
Cummin's Wild West. White City, Chicago.
Musicians Wanted
For Gentry Bros. Famous Shows.
A-l Alto, Clown Band Leader to play Trombone and Cornet, and Baritone for Clown
Band. Address K. C. JONES, Bandmaster.
Gentry Shows No. '2. Bloominjton. Ind.
FOR
*TERRE HAUTE'S^
Merchants' Gala Week
All Kinds of Acts that Can be Placed on the Streets
And all kinds of the very best of high class open air acts for the
Merchants' Hippodrome. We want nothing but the very best of
various acts; also a couple of renowned brass bands for week
commencing June 19, 1905. Address
FELIX BLAN KEN BAKER. Secy. Terre Haute's Merchants' Gala Week, [Meen Block, Terre Haute, Ind.
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$2,000 to $10,000 FOR YOU THIS SEASON
SELL ICE CREAM CRISP CONES
Best Money Maker at World's Fair. Delicious Wafer Cones Filled with Ice Cream. It cents makes you
10 cents quickly. Big profit at 5 cents. Secret Formula. 5000 Resorts, Beaches, Parks, Fairs, Baseball
Games. Carnivals. Picnics, etc.
NOTICE:—Strike is not affecting our shipments by express or fast freight.
Ice Cream Cone Cooking Ovens
Simple. Portable.
Write for Particulars.
EMERY & TARBELL FOUNDRY CO.,
133 South Water Street, CHICAGO, ILL.
WANTED —PRIVILEGES CALL
EAGLES' FREE JUBILEE, WEEK MAY 29th,
MARION, IND.
Ferari Bros. Shows United
No Exclusives. Will bi a Great One. And remember, it's the First Fne One.
FERARI BROS.,
F. L. ALBERT,
Genl. Agt.
Sole Owners and Genl. Mgrs.
Address F. P. SARGENT, Local Promoter for Ferari Bros..
a;fsClub,
Kllir
;illll. Marlin Ind.
Kagle*'
AIMIMOUIVCElVf EIVX !
We are pleased to announce that an increasing demand for our
Metal Laughing Galleries has justified us in placing large orders
for material and bettering our facilities, thereby greatly reducing
the cost of manufacture as well as improving the Quality.
Those mirrors are made of highly polished composition metal.
Have same appearance, produce same effects and will answer the
purpose as well as tbe most costly glass. They are the only prac*
tical mirrors for traveling purposes.
We are offeriog our No. 1 Style Gallery (intended for parks
and other permanent locations) at a special low price. Write for
particulars.
J. M. NAUGHTON, Amusement Construction Company,
120 S. High Street, Columbus. Ohio.
WA N T E D
DO YOU WANT YOUR AGT BOOKED?
New Vaudeville Circuit forming'- 1*> weeks' work, through New York, Fenn., N. J-, M&BB. an4 Conn.
STATE ALL OR NO ATTENTION FMD. Aetw with the goods will get 82 wteka, En«lo§e •tnmpa.
Sketches, Monologues, Parodies Written
to order. All klndn. all styles. Every Act written by us will be hulletlKed mil seat out to all the LeadIng Vaudeville Managers, Jrce of charge.
NATIONAL THEATRICAL BOOKING AGENCY, 57 W. 28tt St., N.Y.
CLEARING
OUT SCENERY
We have Bargains in all kinds of Set Stuffs, Can fit up any house or show very reasonable
with flrst-i'lass second hand stuff painted new. <• It I V I FOR STOCK.
Guthmann & Goodrich,
107 to 115 Throop St., CHICAGO.
LCUU
We Can Not Place Independent M I O U H of Any Nature. We own and control all
attractions. Save our time and yours.
SHRWUFN ' we Invite your inspection of the most elaborate, expensive, and complete
p i i u i i m L . i l , traveling organization ever launched on Amusement Waters.
COMMITTEES ' Your contracts with this company will be fulfilled to the letter. This is
u u m i 111.1.0. purely a business institution: we allow no misrepresentation, and will
meet every promise made. Make no preparations for electrical current and fixtures, stages,
platforms seats, ticket boxes, special printing, or other neccessitles furnished other companies. We < - i i r r > everything. You need not trouble.
People fer Spectrcular address Col. Wm. A. LaV'elle, Stage Manager. Grand Opera
House Bldg., Chicago: all others notify, RAVER A DAKNABY, Euual Owners and Directors, Qeneral Offices and Factories. Abilene, Kann.
FOURTH ANNUAL
Street Fair and Carnival,
Sept. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, 1905, at Council Bluffs, Iowa.
This is positively the best Street Fair and Carnival held
in the West.
WE WANT clean, novel, up-to-date, first-class attractions, none other need apply. Address
E. A. TROUTMAN, Secy.
STREET FAIR AND
— CARNIVAL.—
STREET ATTRACTIONS
For 4th of July; give full particulars and price first letter.
BUSINESS MEN'S ASSOCIATION, JACKSON. O.
All persons
Mwicedfof nt" PARKER AMUSEMENT COMPANY'S
"WOMI-D'S c~AIR ON W H E E L S .
Will please report for rehearsals and preliminary opening at
\IUI,I'.M-:, KANK., J I M : I.,. 1»O5. Regular season
opens at ONKALOOSA, I < > \ » A, Jl ISIi 111 and WICKK. Acknowledge by letter at once.
WANTKI>--Capable, experienced, and trustworthy people, who know just what they can
do. and how to do i»: can be used to advantage at all times. <'an Use:—Lecturing Managers
for our own shows; Lady Rider for Looping-the-Loop, in a ball; a few more Ticket Sellers
(ladles); Door Talkers. Electricians, Official Decorators, with stock: Billposters, Programmers, Banner Men, Car Porters, and Working People in all departments.
GDRAV M O
May 29-Jnne 4. This is a maiden town of 10.000population;
O I ••»* I y 1mm Vap tlle c,rr!ivai js f or t ne benefit of the city's schools. American
C'arnlval Co. furnislies the attractions. Can always place responsible carnival attractions. What have you? Address. Mt. Airy, N. C.. May 22-27. W. H. (Si) CLEVELAND, Secy,
and Treas. C, B. Tl'RNEU. Gen. Agt.
NOTICE
WANTED-I Few More High-Glass Shows
Baltimore Exposition ann Carnival
JUNE 12th to JULY 1st, 1905.
C O N C E S S I O N S of all kinds for sale, no exclusives, evsrybody accomSmall liicniiaii Comedian who rail sing or dance and do comedy in 15 mln. act; also modated. WrlH or Wire Quick giving full particulars of your shows and concessions.
Flmt-i'laHM Tulker on a musical show; $20 per week and transportation. .Timmle Burns
and Joe Alfontie wire: tickets advanced if needed. Address per route: C'APT. W. It.
A
T
AJIKNT, Nashville. Tenn., 22nd to 2sth: Ilopkinsville. Ivy.. iOth to June 4th.
WANTED...,
AT LIBERTY!
....WANTED
PROF. A. ALFRENO.
B. R. JtHNSON. flS5™g
Wanted...
Piper Bid.. Baltimore. Md.
...Wanted
Acknowledged Champion High Wire Walker: irreat drawing atrractlon; Sensational Comedy
High Wire Act: references, principal feature Pain's Fire Works. Ampitheatre, Manhattan
Beach. N", Y.. 10 seasons; Greater America Exposition, Omaha, Neb.; Mouth Carolina Interstate and West India Exposition: Interstate Fair. Trenton. N. J.: N.Y. Platdeitches Volks- For Baldwin Bros. Carnival Co., Two More Good Up to Date Shows with
fest: Paterson. N. .1. Centennial: Fredrtckton. N. B. Exposition: Hudson, N. Y. State Fair; first-class fronts; Old Plant; Electric Theatre and Snake Pit already taken;
Olympla Park, Newark, N.,I.: Royal Park, Montreal. Canada, and numerous other places.
can also use a few more good Stadium Acts. Privilege people hike up and
A _ ALFRENO, 252 Fulton St., NEW YORK.
get the gravy! We know how to treat you.
Address BALDWIN BROS.,
Box 112. QUINCY, ILL. Open Mt. Sterling, 111., June 6tolO inclusive.
WANTED-ATTRACTIONS
Red Men's Carnival, woodward. Oklahoma WANTED: All Kinds of PARK ATTRACTIONS,
Address C. M. WILLIAMS, President The /oo, Springfield, III.
One week in October 1905: dates not set: event will draw fifteen to twenty thousand people.
i x !X>, 30 foot Middle Piece, good as new (150.00
Address W. A. BRIGGS, Secretary Carnival Committee. WHITF
v v m i c . TOP
i v/r- FOR
rwrt
IH . --inn- For It.-iii. - i , m i to $25 00 pelmonth
Outside
White
City,
CAVf.\C
BROS.,
lilird. St.. and Vernal Ave., CHICAGO.
PREMIUM POPCORN WORKS. Popcorn goods of all kinds, "Popcorn Bricks." etc.. and
"GEE WHIZ" the latestcraze in confectionery. A combination of Candled Popcorn, and
—Man and wife to sing illustrated songs. I have the
our original "PUFFED RICE." the newest thing out and the best seller In 5 ce.it cartons;
prices no higher than formerly: the only factory In the central states: Quicker delivery,
outfit. Address D. J. O I U L . K S R I K ,
fresher goods, and larger profits for the privilege man. Privilege people write for samples
Bellefontaine. Ohio.
and prices of this positively New Confection. THE PREMIUM POPCORN WORKS. AKRON, O.
WANTED
Mention " The Billboard" vhm anaartay u/fe
Mention " The Biliboard" when answering adt. Mention " 'She Billboard" when atuueriiu) ads. Jfmtun " 1**
36
Xtie Billboard
Parisian Ice Cream Cone Cooking Ovens
PARISIAN ICE CREAM CONES.
The Greatest Money Getter at World's Fair.
CAUTION—We are the sole manufacturers of Parisian Ovens,
the only ovens used In tbe World's Fair Grounds.
A bonanza this season at Street Fairs, Carnivals, State and County Fairs, Baseball
Gams. Picnics. Soda Founts, and all gatherings.
Thousands of dollars made by ConceiDelightfully flavored cakes made in the
slnnalres at the World's Fair selling our shape of cones, filled with delicious Ice
Delicious Crisp Ice Cream Cones. A brand cream, which can be eaten as you walk or
new Idea from Paris. The greatest come- •troll along- without soiling the finest
back seller ever Introduced.
cloves or clothes. They sell In hot or
cold weather.
Over 500 per cent profit. Simple to operate; light and portable. Write for Catalogue.
Full particulars, secret formula, etc.
LANIER & DRIESBACH, Machine Works, 788 Poston St., MEMPHIS. TENN.
GET THE CROWD - W A N T E D Managers of Summer Parks, Hotels, Tent and
Platform Shows, Penny Arcades and all Public
Places, why not place a
GRAND CYLINDER PIANO
With mandolin attachment. Ten popular pieces on each cylinder, or cylinders made with
any pieces to order; made on wheels if desired. Run by hand, crank or motor. No operator
needed. Second-liuiid Street Pianos sold very cheap, and all right condition.
TO SHOW 71 AJNA«;KKS—After a Ballyhoo nothing- (tcts the people going- like the loud,
popular music of one of these pianos. Beats a brass band, and no expense for labor.
SEP. L. HARRIS,
323 Market St., NEWARK, N. J.
The Whole Dam Family
Tbe Picture Post C&rd craze 10 sweeping the country, and ever? Stationer, Newsdealer, and Bookseller
limply bas to have tbem. Our experience has taught us that the general public la getting tired of Ibe
common ordinary card and they are calling loudly for novelties. The publishing of Post Cards Is our
bnsinesn. Tbls Is one of the latest and greatest rapid nre sellers ever placed on the market. 500,000 Hold
In New York and Phlla. In the1 last ten days, for 5 cents eacb. Think It over. Price 97.50 per 1000. Cash
i n t i - i accompany all orders; I . O.. or Express Money Order only. No cards sent C. O. D. Keep In touoh
with us, If you are on tbe lookout for real novelties. Send ."> o»nv» In xtamps lor Sample Post Card.
A. LONDON PUB. CO., 71S Willow St., Phlla., Pa.
Trans-Colorado Exposition and Home Seekers' Fair,
Brady, Texas, July 3 to 8, 1905.
Gotten up to advertise West Texas. Fair Grounds cover 800 acres of land on Brady Creek,
one of the most l>eautiful natural parks In the country. Ample shade and water. Admission
to Exposition and ramping grounds free. Complete farm, ranch, mineral and other exhibits
from no less than fifteen different West Texas counties. Brady Is southern terminus of
Frisco railroad system. Preparations are being made to entertain one hundred thousand
people for entire week, Bids on privileges received by
H. II. BOSE, Secy., Brady. Texas.
Comedians, Soubrettes, Leads, Characters,
Chorus Girls and
VAUDEVILLE
State Terms and send Photos with first correspondence.
Stephens & Union Enterprises,
Room 4, Detroit Opera House Block, Detroit, Mich.
WANTED FOR
PRIMROSE MINSTRELS
Musicians for Band and Orchestra,
Singers and Dancers. Season opens early in July. Address JAMES H. DECKER, New Amsterdam Theatre
Building, New York City.
...WANTED...
UNIFORMS, trimmed in gold braid CARNIVAL
FOR
SALE
!
and black aplique, caps, coat and
trousers, manufactured by M. S. Lilly & Co., used sixteen weeks; excellent
TEN ELEGANT, RED, B A N D
condition, cost $130.00; will sell for $75.00. Address,
DELLA PRINGLE,Knoxville,Iowa.
Wanted...
...Wanted
A-l CARNIVAL CO., FOR WEEK OF JULY 3rd.
Address. O. C. MOON, Sec'y F. O. E.,
Barberton, Ohio.
PERFORMERS.
COMPANY
Merchants' and Business Men's Free Street Fair, on the main street, week of June 19, '05. or
June 26, '05, at sterling Rock Falls, 111., known as the best show town in Illinois. Factories
running overtime; money toburn; no strong games or trirl show. Population 15.000; electric
and steam R. R. connecting adjoining cities, drawing from a population of 50.000. A Trade
and Business Men's Parade, Firemen's Tournament. Eagles' Day. Modern Woodmen's Day,
Queen's Contest, etc. Tell all in flr.st letter. Address
El). XDELLEN. Rock Falls. 111.
N O W ,', V. T I M E BS8K N E X T
With Responsible Representatives.
FLORIDA AND MEALY
ONE NIGHT STAND BOOKING AGENCY.
...WANTED ...
Suite 23, 1368-70 Broadway, NEW YORK.
Companies
organized,
routed
and booked in the bast one night stands in
For 4th of July Celebration the U. S. for a nominal fee. Will
sell half interest In successful comedy
Under the auspices of the Business Men's Association, Montgomery, W. Va.
Good attractions— Circus, Minstrel or Stadium, wiih fireworks production at drama (3rd season), booked solid, for $^,000.
night. Privilege people write. No graft; 100,000 people to draw from.
_
FRANCIS WILSON, Secy.
SNAKES.
WANTED
WANTED
For the Swallow & Markle, New Sunny South Floating Palace, finest
Theatre Boat in the world : 20 Chorus Girls, Sister Teams,
Choice lot of Pythons, Bulls. Pines. Turtle Heads, fixed and untixod Rattlers: also Monkeys Novelty Acts and Musicians. Address
of all kinds; send for list and prices. J. HOPE, 36 N. 8th St.. Philadelphia, Pa.
A. M. CHEEKS, M8R., PARKERSBURG. W. VA.
WANTED...
London Old Boys' Reunion, Semi-Centennial and Summer Carnival, 1905. LUNA PARK. PITTSBURG. PA.. WANTED QUICK ! Glassblower that has his own
First-class Moral Shows on percentage or by privilege, for the week of fires, capable of turning out Hrst-rlass work fortrlass stand, must be sober and reliable;
August 7th to 13th. Address, with particulars,
season's engagement. Address, mentioning salary,
CHAS. F". DEMF»SEY,
B. C. MeCANIM. Secretary. London, Ont. xU Inwood St.. E. E., Plttsbunr. 1'a.
Mention "The Billboard" when answering ads. Mention "The Billboard" when answering ads. Mention "The Billboard" when answe, ing ads. Mention "The Billboard" when answering ads.
Tfte Billboard
37
FROM
We Manufacture all the Canes we list and show over 60 New and Attractive Styles that never before were offered,
We couldn't get the cane makers to make the styles we wanted, so we make them ourselves, and will put every CaneRack Man on the ground floor and save him money.
You Can Get the Latest Styles at Manufacturers Prices and get the best to be had at a lower price than you now pay for
trashy goods from some of our imitators.
IN JEWELRY, WATCHES, SILVERWARE, CLOCKS,
DO YOU HANDLE RUBBER GOODS? HOW IS THIS?
No, 4 Rubber Bat Balls, gross, - - S 1.75
No, 5 Rubber Bat Balls, gross, - - S2.00
Rubber Thread or Tape in red or gray, per u>., $1,95
Optical Goods, Yankee Notions and Novelties, we
certainly carry the best and largest variety of any
house of our class in the country, : : : :
OUR PRICES ARE CONVINCING.
Our New GaS BallOOnS Ought to be called "peaches," they
are of very fine stock. You can save 50 per cent in inflating as
they don't burst and so cause very little waste or loss—
JUST TRY THEM.
Our New 500 Page "Shure Winner" Catalogue quotes prices
that arc the Real Eye-Openers to all who have been heretofore buying their
Supplies from the Tom, Dick and Harry Kind of Houses.
MOTIVE" I THE CHICAGO "TEAMSTER'S STRIKE" is not interfering with our business in the least and both
t*\S I I W b i Express and Freight shipments are made by us daily with unbroken regularity.
N. SHURECO.,
Wholesale Streetmen's Specialties, Jewelry, Watches, Silverware, Optical Goods, Canes and Novelties,
264-270 Madison Street,
-
-
-
CHICAGO, ILL.
NOTICE
To Cane-Board Dealers, M a k e r s f o r u l l l t t l l Y l t l l
idos CATALOGUE:
Prices in Chicago same as in New York.
These few lines arc worth reading carefully.
In order that our customers traveling South
and West may avoid paying unnecessary express charges, save time and (ret the right
goods at the right prices, I have opened a
Western Agency at Chicago under the management of the well-known Cutlery Kin;;.
II 4 it it \ I.. \\ 1 I M C M > i , I E. Madison
fit, who will carry the same line I manufacture In New York and at the same prices.
All orders ordered from Chicago will be given
the same attention as I glvo them.
Try our New Style of I t l I C I C I It FINISHED C A N K S , lor wlilrli >i i .
\VrlKbaiiin IIUH the exrlualve Western
Sale. No < hl< »<;o jobber \\ ill have
these, my own patent and liiaimlufture. Send for Catalogue, just out.
I.
EISENfSTEIN,
44 Anil Street, New York.
- l o Kant ItladlKon St., i II K \(.o. 1 I . I , .
HENNEGAN&CO,
btt,, near Main, CINCINNATI.
Printing for Ten! Shows, County
and Street Fairs, Parks/Etc.
Invest in a Ic. postal card.
Write for our
Which will Make Hundreds of Dollars for
— — Y O U THIS SEASON.-
LEVIN BROS.
30-32 N. 6th Street,
TERRE HAUTE, IND.
1000 Profit. A Money Making Summer Drink
CORNER'S Orangeade
A delicious, cooling, summer drinkSells on sight. Looks and tastes like
the genuine juice of the llnest oranges.
A oig winner for those having stands
at parks, fairs, summer resorts, or at
any place where thirsty people congregate. Simplest thing in the world
percent profit. Send lOcts. for sample
package, enough to make a full gallon
of this new and attractive drink. Write
for special terms to general and local
agents and full particulars of how to
make sales. Add. THE CORNER Co.,
Dept. 6, 179 Normal Ave., Buffalo. N.Y.
(Member of A. A . M . O. M.)
fm^*.
B/oBrS
Nli@Ml
Slatel
f\ M Valogue of Sportinj Goods of cverj
t*
1 description. Hold-outs. Markci
1 1 11 1 Cards, Ink, Dte and Fair iirgun
U l l 1 Ouiei. JMM Jamw,Ft. Scott, Ks
&&f$
* "T§Sv.
Agents Wanted. Latest Novelty. THE
/fr '
.-X-.-'.'X
I "VN^
KNIFE OF THE WOULD. Patent applied
/*.
•'•'•'•',•'.•'/,•
jtfVHMftfeMiw^^^ for In I*. S. and Canada. It dues the vrurk Attractions and Shows Wanted— For Inde•'. '.•'.-'.-'.•',•'.
:
^^ hofl e t10
different article!. For paring vej?eta- pendent Street Fair. J u l y 4 to S, '05. Address
l
Jjljj!
X-X-I-X
Jf^^^^g^^m^mti
'
' <'"ttl"K' cabbage for cohl slaw, cutting R. M. GIBSON Sec'y Hope Fire Co.. Key' '• • -f^r-c^^
German fry. removing eyes, potatoes and noldsville. 1'a.
~ """ • piueapple. nutmeg grater. Icepick, coring apples, scaling flub. etc. Streetmen get In line, here Is a money getter. Made of cold rolled ateel and la dwell
v ••HI
looker. I am Allen, the original potato peeler man, I have my spiel printed LAKESIDE PAHK, MAEINETTE, WIB., open«
"J
to give to each agent. Send lOc. for aample. Per gross 95. (W. Address
AL.BEKT L.ALLEN, 118 Fourth Ave.. P i t t s b u r t f , Pa Juno 11; 40,000 to draw from; music In park
eviTy day. "Will guarantee" any good attraction such as Tintype, Ferris Wheel. Miniature R.
U. or nnv pood concession. Ilep. People write.
UNITED LABOR CARNIVAL.
L. J. WHITE, Manager.
\ ^»Ur-m
^^p^~~"
Concessions To Let.
MARTINS FERRY. O . MAY 29th to JUNE 3rd.
Free on the streets, and the only Street Fair held in the Big Lal>or Rally of Wheeling. Bcllalre
and Bridgeport: attractions furnished by the
WHITAKER'S PAHK AND PLEASURE PIER
HO8S * N A U M A N N U N I T E D SHOWS,
OF CLEAR LAKE. IOWA.
The Great Summer Resort and Saratoga of the 10 Great Shows of the highc-l class 10: Privileges for sale. 52 per foot; no privilege for less
Northwest has a few more good, paying Conces- than S10 for the week: nu exclusive* except Novelties and Confetti sold. Address:
sions for sale. Cigar, Soft Drink, Slot Machine.
Shooting Gallery. Bowling Alley, Peanut, Popcorn men wanted. All kinds of attractions on a
liberal percentage basis. Wanted— Uepertoire II
Cos. as good as North Bros. July 25 to Sept. U f i r O O
15. Hurry up and get In; open June 15, close
Sept. lr>.
Address for further Information,
ISA\C WHITAKEK. Clear Lake Iowa.
r|
HOSS & NAUMANN, Canal Dover, Ohio.
FOR SALE CHEAP — A few gross SilvorhlU'l
New York Needle-Threaders. C. A. BELL, Ben.
Del., Portland, Ore.
WANTED— K.\i)
1 Vaudeville Piano Player for Orpheum Family Theatre to open May
20 at Springfield, Mo. Address ORPHEUM
THEATRE CO.
''"'" sh "' v Parades, Horse and Pony Actl, Ad- must be' good talker, neat and sober; also Young
wtlslnjr Purposes, etc. Send for price list. Lady for Illusions and Serpentine Pose; long
season to right parties; wages must be reasonable, as they are sure; state all and particular*
In first letter. Add. J. E. McCoy, Orleans, Ind.
WANTED—Good. Clean Attractions for Adalr
B A L L O O N ASCENSIONS
j^^^f§3fa DICE *'' ' ' ' 53 50 '" ' Of all kinds furnished anywhere^hv the Stafford Balloon Co. Would like to hear from a Co. Fair. Sept. 26 to 28, Greenfield. Iowa; also
Want Merry-go-Kound or some such attraction.
Balloon Outfit. PBOF. E. L. STAFFORD. Mgr., 83 W. Springfield, St., Boston. Mass.
•^••^^•SvflH New.
transparent, loaded work. coodTel.
Ad Iresa J. S. CAVINESS, Sec.
larked
1400-:) Tremont
i n
I l i n Unnil
HI
UllimQO
H0;?e 3i!(! rOliy nilllllS^ggjji^^j^J^
Bm^H©|lyl \
Cards. Nflw Hold-out*.
n a u n c u ADCBl linilCC WESTON, W. »*., under new management
UflmUcN UrCHA n U U O t , after Sept. 1, 1905. Now booking season of
V -.V -^t^ ^ * - KWUTH A CO., Eao Clalre.Wls. 1905-(X>. Address all communications to W. A. EDWARDS, Business Manager.
r
Mention "The Billboard" \ ien answering ads.
30 Magic and Stage Tricks, |6; money order!
only. WANT —A few more circus artists doing
two acts. Address WM. A. TEIPP, 38 PurchaM
St., New Bedford. Mass.
Mention "The Millboard" when answering ads. Mention "The Billboard" when answering ada. Mention "The Billboard" when answering adi.
TJie Billboard
58
REVOLUTIONIZED BY D O R E M U S MACHINE
Only Penny Stick Candy Vending Machine.
SELLING CIGARS
AUTOMATICALLY.
BIG PROFITS.
The Doremus Automatic Vending Machine
revolutionizes the Slot Machine Industry! It
has been in the market but a comparatively
short time, and the interest created by announcements to the trade and results obtained throughout the U. S. prove conclusively it is in a class by itself.
THE DOREMUS PENNY STICK
CANDY MACHINE
Vends the largest piece of penny candy sold
by any automatic device—beautifully displays the sticks in the various colors and
stripes through HEAVY plate glass, and Is
a success wherever placed. Its record of
sales Is the marvel of slot machine experts)
THE DOREMUS CIGAR VENDER
STANDS ALONE!
Its small size and handsome appearance make
it an ornament anywhere. Delivers cigars
without damaging wrapper, sells all shapes
from Panetela to Perfecto, and complies In
all respects with the D. S. Gov'trevenue laws.
Can be placed in thousands of locations where
cigars are not sold.
THE DOREMUS Is a universal vender!
S round form 4 X l n - Handsomelyfinishedin Heavy Nickel
long by
n, in diameter.
PI ate or In Oxidized Copper,
BALLOONS
Gas,
BALLOONS
Hochet or Whistling.
WK HAVE ALL FRESH STOCK.
Oun GAS BALLOONS «re made
of the best French rubber in three
colors, red, blue and greon, and
{inflate f u l l size, warranted best
luality 4-picce rubber.
No.
Per Grots
a6Q. Assorted colors
f :i 80
70. Seamless
.< 60
I. White Rattan Switches
<*
00. Fancy covered whips. 1 SO
W H I S T L I N G BALLOONS.
Gross in Box.
No.
Per Gross
45. Assorted colors $ 1 50
65. Assorted colors... 2 00
66. Assorted colors... 'i 311
58. McGinly
'I 75
160. Serpents
t 7">
We also carry foil lines of
Walking Canes, Che p Jewelr .
Pocket Knives, Pickout Prizes,
etc. and make np selected lots for$.'>.$lu, $M nnd
up. Catalogue mailed on application.
COB, YO3VGE5 «Sl CO.,
6th and St. Cltarlet St., ST. LOV1S. MO.
NOTICE
JUST THE MACHINE for AMUSEMENT PARKS,
SUMMER RESORTS, Etc.
Write for priees and any other Information d«sired,
NEW YORK VENDING CO,, 8th Flior N, Y, Life BIdg., New York
Enrj Article a Money-Hatof tod i Howling Scccr.
"EDMOMIA"
PROFESSIONAL COPIES FREE
THOMPSON MUSIC CO.,
275 WABASH AVE .
CHICAGO.
Does
A Bargain
Interest You?
If you want anything
in the line of S l o t
' I n . I n n . » and Aul o n i i i i i i \ » , 1^(1111^
> c ; . ! , » . send for our
catalogue before placing your order, we can
save you money. Don't
overlook Our €iue»»i i i ^ NI-:. l r . your plaee
Is not complete without one or more. Send
for cut of our New
1 ' i i n . I n n - Bat;.
Watling Mfg, Go.
I53A. West Jackson St.,
Chicago, III.
^r-' Oak St..
71t)Sansom St..
I ' l i i l a d f l i i l i i a . I'a.
I ' . > i I I ;i n - 1 . Ore.
Government Indian Band
30--PERFQRMERS-30
ALL
Hunt County Fair
OPENS
SEPT.
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ul
GRANT CO. AGRICULTURAL FAIR,
26th
r, W i-.. S c - i > i . 5-8.
50th A n n u a l Kair. Liberal premiums and
curses. Want (»ood Attractions.
GEO. A. MOORE. Secy.
RABBIT AND HORSE RAGES
Agents and Solicitors
FLJLY 3d and 4tlv
We have the Best Novelties for Fairs and
Carnivals. A Fish Sale. Sweet Hud.s Keuben
Ooming.to Town. R. S. Green Si Co., !!7.> Wells.
St., Chicago.111..orlirlnators of the well known
"oh i|:iiiiin:i. It Won't <'oine " i'urd.
We are still selling them. Eastern Itep.
Attractions and Show Managers Correspond with
H, T, WEATHERS, Ohm, Priv, and Attraetion Com,
WILLIAM GREEN,
No. 2527 No. Opal St.,
No Catalogue.
WAHTED-PRIVILEGES
EAGLES' FREE JUBILEE, WEEK JUNE 5th,
Ferari Bros. Shows United
No Exclusives.
Will be a Good One.
TEN W E E K S T O U R FERARI BROS.
r
GILMOUR FAMILY
Will please advise Thos. S. Hopkins, Pocy.,
Pasley. Va.. of their address, and if tlicy have
Aug. H-ll open; uulck answer wanted.
i ' h " « . S. HopkliiH, Sivy.. I'aslcy. Va.
DAYS
I M DI AIMS.
Open J u l y :.rd. I'nion Traction Co.. Ander- '
Get our prices OQ Gas end Whistling Balloon^, dtcorated for advertising purposes. Also Imported T;»v «
PaperFans. The oufy posi-lvolv liiciualvc culd !.->liable Balloon Houc« In America Our Hoe U N
season Is the strongest lo the world, with articles for
Street Fairs, Summer Resorts. P' .ales, Cbrnlvala, etc.
ALL SURE SFI.,1 FRS.
GREENVILLE, TEXAS
Aiiotlier BeclelUa.
Rousing Song; and Chorous.
So
"> °
Wn8r9
"
nd Gei
FREE, REMEMBER,
FRANK L ALBERT,
S
General
"' "» "
*°ent-
^a
^aVk: wttebuw. !Sfy"7t'.i &Srta | Addr. A. ____^___
H. DEXTER. Local Promoter Ferari B os., care ^_^_
Eagle Hdqrs., Danville, III.
Flower Show, Si-piemtvr l l t h to Itith
>
^or wire for Ume between Pittsburg ^£ ^ ^y^ |C£
LEM.
PEORIA,
H. WILEY, Mgr.,
i>
C R E A M C Q N E CQ
_
The Original Manufacturers of Cones
ILLINOIS.
1 54 s. Water St.,
WANTED...
C'blcaKO. H i -
Our cones were the gttateit moneymakers at World's Fair
Side shows wanted on a percent for the
Knights of the Golden Eagles' Circus and
Carnival. Springfield, O., June 12 to 17: must
be strictly moral and refined. Same week as
the K. of P. State Convention. Thousands of
visitors will be here. W. S. EAKINS. Her...
80 W. Grand Ave.. SPRINQFIEI.D. O,
COLOGNE BOARD, for Carnivals, Parks and
Pairs. From 1 to 6-ounce Bottles, assorted by
the hundred; Price reasonable. H. MORSE,293
Broome St., New York City.
"The .lyjlhoanl" when antwannq cuts
OPCWN9
For Scuoi iv:;5.
66 North Franklin St., CHICAGO. ILL*.
Mention "The Billboard" when answering ads.
Philadelphia, Pn
AGENTS, wagon m . - n . Halcamen. to cell the I'MH-I
beverage ever made; extract form; entirely new: ast.
ittle nmkt'N IK quart*. A whirlwind seller; Id) per
ceut profit Manufacturer well known. Write for
particulars or send 2fi cent* for sumpie outllt.
M.S.NEWMAN, Mfr.,22 River -l., Uilrago.
WANTED—First-Class Vaudeville
Acts at Harlem Park. ROCKFORD, ILL.
Address Mtrr. Harlem Park, Kockford. 111.,
care Kockford & liiterurlmn Ky. Co.
A R T I S T S
NATIONAL Music Co. have a lot of song hits.
Call and see us. Chicago—2tk>-8 Wabash Ave.
New York-41 W. 2xth St.
MANAGER of well-known company can plact*
few Amateurs—'Ladles. Gentlemen and Piano
iiyer: state age, height, etc. and send photo.
A ^.MM! opportunity; answer at once by letter.
MORRIS KING. Gen. Del., Pitlsburg, Fa.
FOR SALE OE TRADE.—Black Tent. 32x5tt
Kound Ends, Single Panel Front, Knock Down
Frame on Hinges, Poles and Stakes, $150. or
will trade for 40-ft. Bound Top. 2 20-ft. Middle
Pieces. Poles and Stakes. FROF, T. L. SKINNER. Urhana. 111.
FOR SALE.—Fine 40-ft. Ferris Wheel; carries
iO people, $«00. Another 33-ft., $300. Also fine
Carousal. $1.200. FRANTZ, Carey Ave., Wilkeslarrc. Pa.
FOR SALE.—Three County I-'uli*. 'or «'e - f Keturn Halls and Toy K i l l : _• W/ilps: reclusive;
lutes follow. Also Toy Bnlloons and Whistles;
reason for selllnK: dates conflict with otlier*Write quick. Address O. WOOLEY, TTrbana, O.
Our ovens have the latest improvements.
Plnirlo oven operates two irons on one fire,
thus making twice as many crones as other
makes. Can use charcoal, gas or gasoline.
Our prices are the lowest. Investigate before
buying. Our secret formula, free with every
oven, turns out the most delicious cone on the
market. We also make Ice Cream Cones. We
ship them to you anywhere aud they arrive
ready for business. Write for circular and
prices.
Office; Room 15.
152 youth Water St..
CHICAGO. 111.
WANTED.
Free Attractions for the Grecnsburg, Ind., F»lr
\UK- 15-18.
Mention " The Bitiboaf I" when answering ads.
Mention "The BiUboard" \»Hen ansvieri.no ads.
OPPORTUNITY—Will Bell 50 four column (|un>
ml Tandy Machines complete for $4; each cost
$14 last vcar. Gum Ohocolate 8Sc. per KlUVENDING. 580 Gates Ave., Brooklyn. N Y.
Xfie
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39
Coming Your Way
Professional Copies and Orchestration Free to recognized artists. By
AUSTIN S. BENSON, TROY, OHIO.
AUTOMATIC MOORE & HOOD MFG, CO,
DRINKING MACHINES
9, 11, 13 W. Madison St.,
CHICAGO.
Made $40.OOO in Six Months.
It sells any kind of a drink for 1 cent or 5 cents a glass,
such as Water, Boot Beer, Lemonade. Orangeade, etc.
Fifty machines at St. Louis sold $40,000 worth of water
in six months at 1 cent per glass, 90% clear profit; One
machine at South Ferry took in $300 a month; One
machine at Battery Park took in $240 a month. Each
machine is provided witli a register that registers each
coin deposited in the machine.
Ten of These Automatic Drinking
Machines at any Pleasure Resort
WILL EARN $100 a Day.
Size of Machine 5 ft. 6 in. high ; 15 in. wide; 24 in deep.
Price of Machine : $80 Each.
A deposit of $25 required with order on each Machine.
LIQUID VENDING MACHINE GO,,
Spiulding Bldg., West 42nd St., NEW YORK CITY.
MAKE MONEY WHILE THE SUN SHINES.
THE HIT OF THE WORLD'S FAIR.
Privilege Men, Circus and Park Proprietors, Road Men,
ATTENTION.
Serve your patrons with Cornucopia Ice Cream Sandwiches, the greatest repeating sellers of the axe. Are fresh,
crisp, baked cakes In the shape of a cone, and when tilled with Ice
cream, sell readily at ten cents, at enormous profits They were
the raere at the St. Louis World's Fair, and will prove equally so
at all Summer Kesorts. Street and County Fairs, Festivals.
Picnics, etc., this season. We will funlsh Ovens and Irons for
baklns same, or will supply Cornucopias, 200 In case, securely
packed, at $1.85 per hundred. F. O. B. Write for prices and exclusive territory. We are the originators in this line; are protected by patents, and will prosecute all Infringements.
CORNUCOPIA WAFFLE OVEN CO.,
No. 27O2 Olive Street,
ST. i . o i i s . ,TIO.
CLEANLINESS!
HONESTY!
INTEGRITY!
-OUR MOTTO
SPORTING GOODS,
CLUB ROOM FURNITURE,
WHOLESALE AND DTEAIL
DICE. CARDS. GAMES.
The rargest exclusive Sportingy Goods House in the United States.
quote a Feew of our new ones:
We
"Shoot the Chutes." latest dice game 925.OO Camel Back Spindle—controlled (no
812.0*
The Revolving Drop Case, (new)
3 5. OO Thegaff)
World's Fair Striker, with c»se
"ChlcairoStyIe"TwlstedWire Spindle. 22.SO
and layout
22.SO
The Chicago Drop Case, a little wonder.
Size 15 x 16 Itches, weight 5 IDS
Electric Money Drawer, 2 sets dice
Electric Bar Magnets, complete
»25.OO
3O.OO
25.OO
"Check Cop," the original and best. Perfect satisfaction guaranteed,
per bottle $3.00. Send for Catalogue—FREE.
ILL LIVE ONES-
-NO DEAD ONES
PILBEAM BROS. UNITED CARNIVAL CO.
Plays all the l>est ones. A few of ourcltlcs: Hudson, Mich., week May 32; Riverrouse.
week May 2!'; Albion. Mich., week June IS, and others to follow, all on streets. Privileges
all $10. Privilege people come on: (ret with a live buncb. Featuring Mile. Orrocco. Spiral
Tower: Doolo'a Leap the Gap: Nick Otte. Aerial Kings: Prof. Hltrley s Military Band. We
want one more B od aerial act for free attraction; ballyhoo people for train robbery; also
two irlass blowers with layouts. Address as per route.
WANTED...
FOR THE
...WANTED
JOHN H. SPARKS SHOW
Circus Acts in all branches except riders. Year's work to right
people. Address CHAS. SPARKS, Mgr. Spark Shows, Welch, W. Va.
Wanted
.. .Wanted
WANTED...
....WANTED
Booked for SO weeks, auspecles Red Men and Eagles. Tbc Will H. W elder Carnival and Mid way Attraction.: On account of dlsapointment. can place three more
shows of merit, must have swell fronts; also two Platform shows; Privileges, just come on,
WANTED—Altu Flayer to complete Band. Add. O. W. I'l M.I 1 . Bandmaster. they are 810: Can use Swell Serlo Comic for vaudeville show. Write or wire as per
AH concessions 910: no exclusive^ except novelties and confetti. Fourth of July week open. Committees ROUTE : Greenfield, O.. Red Men. May 22-27; Fostorla, O.. Eagles. May 29-June 3; Defiin Nortnern Illinois desiring the above attracllouN add'efts as per route: week May £!nd. Mt. r u n n e l Ilia.;
ance. O., Red Men. week June 5.
week May 2!tth, Paris, III.
Thin letter U hut one of many leHtlmonlals:
Franklin. l \ y . . May <;, l!t«5
To whom It mar concern:—We take pleasure In cominendln^ tbe I.achmin-Kfetrh Exposition ComAddress Quick! WILL H. WEIDER.
pany «• slrlitly r.mt-'Uss In every respect The shows are ail Kood and ooan and such as any class of
people con patronize and enjoy. The maniiKers are clever. Hccuaimo'lat'ng and thoroughly reliable, and
a more pkHsant or agreeable company of men to bave dea'lugt* wltb have never come this way. We
have found tnem all right and take pleasure In bearing testimony both to tbe merits of their shows and
totnem an men.
JOE A8PLEV8, Con. com., Magnolia Camp, No. 66, W. O. W. and POLICE JUDGE,
Franklin. Kentucky.
LACHMAN-KEETCH EXPOSITION SHOWS
WANTED
MINIATURE RAILWAY
For Spot Cash
Complete and in good condition.
all particulars to
Address
ELECTRIC PARK, Newark, N. J.
WANTED
FOR
SEASON
I9OS-'O6
The Wm. H. West Big Minstrels
Good Song and Dance Men who double In brass; tfood Chorus Singers who double In brass:
first-class musicians. Address at once SAN'FOKI) B. KICA BY. Mgr. West Minstrels,
Room4, 13.W Broadway, New York
WANTED for The Dixie Carnival to.
Musicians, Male and Female Circus Acts.
Tuba, Trombone, Trap Drummer; do two or more acts and others.
DRAKE & FALKNER UNITED RAILROAD SHOWS,
Address F. W. FALKNER, Mgr., FnncMown, N. J. Hiy 5th; fttlUdtre. 26; Phllipsburg, 27.
Confetti, Sqnawkers, Gas Balloons, Mexican and Japanese Canes.
All kinds of Carnival and Picnic Goods. Low prices, prompt shipments.
Send for Summer Circular,
WILLARD L, ODE & CO,, 522 Delaware Street, KANSAS CITY, MO,
ALLIANCE, 0., - - JUNE FESTIVAL
WEEK OF . J U N E n t h .
ATTRACTIONS
HOSS & NAUMANN SHOWS UNITED
show: and one more I Mat form
Show: also Musicians and legitimate privileges address, quick: DANA THO.UP.SON, WANTED QUICK—Strontr Plantation Show and one more Novel Show. Address as per
Belolt. Kan.. May 22-27; Washington. Kan., May 29-June8; Superior. Neb., June 5-10.
route. HOSS & NAinnANN, mg»., Canal Dover, O,. week May 22nd: Martins Ferry, O..
Week of May 2inh.
Uentian"T/u Billboard" w/ien atistt'ering ads.
Mmtiim " The, Biflftnnrrf" whmratjniKn.no tub. Mention "Tht Jillhoard" when amaeering ads.
Mention " The Billboard" wAe» (nuaaruu) ad».
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Billboard
BIGGEST MONEY
FOR PARK MANAGERS AND CONCESSION MEN.
The Hit of the Season
A World-Beater Money-Coiner
It's All to the Good.
The Empire Candy Floss Machine
Turns a pound of sugar into 30 nickel bags of candy, in 8 minutes while the crowd looks on, and
they shell out their nickels as fast as you can sack the candy. Many EMPIRE machines are
taking in from $5O.OO to $125.00 Daily. A dead-sure proposition for Parks, Resorts, Summer
Gardens. Circuses, Race Tracks. Carnivals, Street Corners, Show Windows, or wherever there are
crowds of people. Operated by hand or power. No gas or electricity required. No candy-maker
needed. Anyone can run it.
-WARNING: Don't be fooled by cheap imitations.
The EMPIRE makes a better Candy and makes it more rapidly than any machine you ever saw.
It is of perfect mechanical construction; very simple, will not get out of order, but is Johnnyon-the-spot at all times. We guarantee the construction, and you can depend on :10 bags in
8 minutes—and it's nearly All Profit. The EMPIRE CANDY FLOSS MACHINE is fully covered
by patents. We will protect all purchasers and prosecute all infringers.
SEND TO DAY FOR PARTICULARS
And get in line with the winner. Sold outright without restrictions as to where it shall be used.
TERMS : Cash with order.
and full information.
Hand Machine with gas attachment,
$150.00
Hand or Power Machine with gas attachment, and equipped with
electric motor, and attachments complete,
200.00
(This machine may be operated either by hand or by electric motor.)
Gasloene Generator for either of the above machines, - 12.00
If desired, either machine will.be shipped C. O. D., with privilege of examination, on receipt of $25.00. Write for catalogue
Empire Cream Separator Co.
BLOOMF1ELD, N. «J.
SALES ROOMS:
Chicago, Fisher Bldg.;
BUY FROM THE MANUFACTURER
And save tbe middleman's proat. Gyrocopa Tops,
Trick Matches. Peerless Knife Sharpeners and Can
Opener. Cuff Holders (fastcu to coat sleeve), Toy
Telephones, self-tllllBg Fountain Tens, just out;
hard rubber Fountain Pens; Potato Knives, just out.
See Backrocope. Everything for a streetman.
KKLLKV MFG. Co.. 81 3d Ave.. N. Y.
Holaday't waterproof Bhoe polish.
FOR SALE—3,000 feet Edison Film ac.; also
Stereopticons, Slides. Sheet. Rheostat, Gas and
Electrie Burners, etc. Address EDISON PICTURES, 111 Retreat ave., Hartford. Conn.
BALLOONS—New and 2nd hand. Any size
made to order on short notice. Write for prices to H A R P E R BALLOON CO.. 880-8S2 Clyliourii Avenili', Clilcairo.
BOOKS' I'HOTO.-* 1 T I I ' T i i I - :
Send stamp for
sealed circular. CHAICLKS CONKOV, 122 Park
Row. New York.
FOR SALE: Performing H'Reona «nge. and properties. Learn anyone to work them by letter. N.|La
/.ell. Mr, Warrlh *ve.. Chicago. 111.
New York, 147 W. 23rd St., Room 57 ;
AT LIBERTY AFTER JUNE 3,
LILJENS, THE ONLY WOMAN
CAPT. NICK CARTER,
OF THE WORLD. * BLAZING HIT
The Sensation of the Century.
WORLD'S CHAMPION BACK
SOMERSAULT
DIV
I
FURNISH COMPLETE OUTFIT,
Using seven sections of ladders; measurement 112 actual feet. I use the
smallest and shallowest tank of any high diver in existence. Past four seasons with Dan R. Robinson Amusement Co. Address, week May 21, Ashland,
Ky ; May 28, Lexington, Ky. Permanent address, THK BILLBOARD.
National Aerial I. \ ml
and
s\\ i i i i i i n j r
Wire Walker, i Hisrh-class acts in every particular. Special paper. Dates wanted for Street
Fairs and Celebrations. Permanent address. Box
K31' Peoria. Ill,, or prepaid wire, care -1U."> S. Adams
Slreel
EDWIN HOODV
For Sale Cheap—HaK 1'um-hliig. High IMve, Ill
hie. Tightrope Walking ami I'aJ Dogs; bargains.
W. P. Hart. IVMI Claire. Wis,
FOR SALE—inxlj. :; ft Wall Tent, *(i; 1'Jxll.
3.6-ft. Wall Tent. $S.50. AMERICAN TENT &
AWNING CO., Minneapolis, Minn.
WILL BUY, Sell or Kxclmiu'c n h i i * : w h a t have
you: wlint do you want. LaFAYETTE CAi,.
CIUM CO.. LaFayette. Ind.
Boston, 178 Tremont St., Room 12.
AT LIBERTY
H, J. BROBSF, Vesta Montrosa
FIRE HIGH DIVER
Featured with Nat Reiss Southern Carnival
Co. En route. Have tine llthos. Fur turms
and time. 1'JOC. Address
\ l l V i t . I H . 1 1 iV*,.
Care The BILLBOARD, Chluaw.
LIBERTY
La Belle Florette Oriental Dancers or Liviiur
Pictures. Ed. B Little.announcer, side-show
ticket seller or Oriental Show Manacer. Reason 1S>03. Pawnee Bill's Wild West: 1!*>4 Parks
and Fairs. Joint engagement only. We do
not drink or know it all. Address. F.d. B.
Little, 3I1H Hth. St.. N. W., Washington. D.C.
/VX LIBKRTY: ROBERT WALDRON
Refined nmiscal act. Chlmes.Meloi>hone Bells:
sober, reliable. Resp. Mirrs. Carnival Cos.. etc.
write or wire: per add. Caruthersville, Mo.
THEATRICAL
WIGS
of .ill k i i i ' l K .
Special teruin to
the profession.
UKU. HFKKUikU,
A - l V a u d e v i l l e Pianist. Sight Reader: transpose and arrange: thoroughly experienced, son.-r. T>,
FOR SALE—organ. 2 feet long, 2 feet high, 13 ber and reliable: illustrated songs; can play small parts; joint engagement: locate or
71 Milt.- M. thlofo
travel.
Reliable
managers
address
inches wide; pla.vs 10 tunes; price $50; good as
H. J. BROBST, No. 21" X. 4th St., Springfield. 111.
new. FRED POPP, 20th and Grayson St., LouisW A N T E D—Colored Performers for my Open
ville, Ky.
House Show that can deliver the goods; ticket*
to right parties; must explain all In first letter;
FOR SALE—l.-i Mutoscoprs. 10 yuartoscopes
no
time to correspond, time too short. Addresi
A Minstrel or Plantation Show, and a High Diver. Open at C. ROTH,
( M i l l s ) , or will exchange for Edison Electric
600 Ninth St., Louisville, Ky.
PI oi:nip's. THE EDISONIA, 110 W. Market Bancroft. May 2H.
Address
W1XO.1I i c i c o s . . Bancroft. Mich.
St . Louisville, Ky.
FORTUNES
' ' '" ' • x - ' - BIH'K Wild Wetit: Freaks and fea-Printed Fortunes 75c. per 1.000; Future Wife or
PENNY ARCADE—Wauled to place tlie above Mf
AMTFH
•W**ra
• fci»P V^UIV»I» • ture acts for side-show and concert: also one man Husband
with some good Park on percentage; state best band.
Photos,
$2 per 1.000; Horoscopes, Love
SelialVr, of Des Moines, write. Address as per route.
proposition in flrst letter. J. A. SCHUCHERT,
Letters, etc.. 5c. for samples. Le DOTJX, JR.,
Tonawanda, N. Y.
ED. O. Y O U N G , Mgr.
Printer, 1253 Myrtle Ave., Brooklyn. N. Y.
WANTED:
For The Wixom Bros. Carnival Co.,
CONCESSIONS TO LET AT WASHINGTON PARK,
. ¥ F1 ¥? d f^ V
The followlnK concessions to let on straieht rental or percentage: Candy. Popcorn and Peanuts. Soda Water.
t
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«J C_, r*. ^» EL, W , Photoerapli Gallery. Cane Rack. Knife Rack. Shooting Gallery. Fortune Tellers and Palmist. Ferris Wheels.
Merry-Go- Round, in fact everything suitable for a Summer Park, t h a t Ladies and Children can patronize. The Saturday and Sunday business Is immense, as well as the rest of the week.
Also want to hear from Novelty Acts for open air platform. .lap Troups. Punch, Animal Acts, Brother Acts. etc. Want (ilass Blowers; want Small Band of five or six. This Park
will open Saturday, May -Z7tli. Call or write to E.. A.. ^< n l i ..i ..r . i c . > K . I C . Wanliliiutoii Park, Bergi-ii Point, BAYONNE, N. J.— Tak • c a r a t Pennsylvania Ferry. .Tersny
City, marked G R E
EEN
E N V I L L E . BAYONNE. and ride to end of line.
Men' :on "The Billboard" when answering ads. Mention "The Billboard" when answering ads. Mention "The Billboard" when answering ads
Mention "The Billboard" when answering ads.
Trie
•pROFESSiONAL/l
^ CARDS «fii
GEO. W. HUSSEY,
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Billboard
PREMIER ARTISTS
CHEAPEST OFFERJVER MADE I
-AND-
UNDISPUTED - ARENIG - CHAMPIONS
WITH
Ventriloquist. Park Managers address 62 W. 98th
St., New York City.
THE GREAT NICOLI
RINGLING BROTHERS WORLD'S GREATEST SHOWS
EN TOUR SEASON
AL. MIACO
Permanent Address.
THE BILLBOARD.
CHICAGO
CIRCUS CLOWN AND PANTOMIMIST
Originator and Producer of
Comic Novelties
Singing, Talking. Knockabout and
PANTOMIMIC CLOWN
'roducer with Ringltng Bros., Seasons 1898 to
1905. At Liberty for Winter Season.
Honnr-THE HOBSONS-Estella
THE FOUR BEDIMS
EQUESTRIANS (WITH STOCK)
En route with Rlngllng Bros. World's Greatest Shows Seasons 1000-1-2-3-4 and '05.
We are the Originators of the Triple Jump
Up with Two Ladles, Gentleman and Dog.
A Great Feature. Seasons 1904-5.
The Great and Only
GILBERT ELDRED
JOHN ENNOR,
LECTURER, ENTERTAINER
IN TRAVELOGUES.
Address.
-
.
BILLBOARD
James Shelby Shows
STILL ON EARTH AND COMING TO THE FRONT FAST.
ALBERT CRANDALL ,
PREMIER
EQUESTRIANS
PRINCIPAL RIDER
Introducing Backward and Forward
Somersaults. Second Season.
THE THREE ALVOS
CAMILLE COMEDY TRIO
AERIAL
Sensational Comedy Cycllsti. For open time address Elgin. 111.
R. C. LE BURNO. Manager World's Fair Carnl
val Co. Address care of Great Western Printing
Co.. 51.1 Elm St..St. Louis. Mo.
Famous Roman Ring Gymnast, Invites
offers. Address BILL HOARD.
HARTZELL
Principal Bare-back
SEMI-EQUESTRIAN ACT
Acknowledged the Greatest Burlesque Mule
Riding Act on Earth.
The Marvelous Heuman Trio
NICK OTTE
GEO.
BARS
HORIZONTAL
The Laughing Hit of
The World's Greatest Shows.
THE ALPINE FAMILY
THE AERIAL SMITHS
THE DOUBLE W I R E .
I. S. WOLFING and
Mile, de MONTMORENCY
Originators and Trainers of the BOXING
STALLIONS and Other Novelties In
EDl'CATED
Dan S. Holt,
HORSES
and
DOGS.
LA DUO DE VENE
In a Rare Display of
HAND and HEAD-TO-HEAD BALANCING
Acrobatic Feats Charming, Chic
and Delightful.
Black Face Comedian.
Address THE BILLBOAIID.
BARS
Feats of Skill and Daring Seasoned With
a Spice of Comedy.
English Acrobats. Four In Number
Presenting an Absolute Novelty
CUNNING
America's Greatest
SENSATIONAL TRAPEZE PERFORMERS
With Rlngllng Bros. Shows
Seasons 1903-4-5
FRED. LESLIE
LESLIE'S PORCINE CIRCUS
A Coterie of Clever Pig Performer!
"That Versatile Comedy Pair."
JIM and LOTTIE RUTHERFORD
4th Consecutive Season
KEELER BROS.
Get* Out of a Steel Cage at Kvery
ROMAN
RING ARTISTS
IVrloniliiiH < • .
WALTER BEEMER
JOHN AGEE
EQUESTRIAN.
and JUGGLING GIRL
Park Managers get tills act while we are
South. See Vaudeville Route.
LaDREW and LaZOHE
ODD
FEATS
ZOUBOULAKIS,
COMIC 0-PLASTIC ARTIST, (Funny Faces)
GYRATIONS.
DA COMA FAMILY
And Heavy Musical Act
WITH FLOTO SHOW I9O5
Permanent address. The Billboard
AMERICA'S GREATEST LADY AND GBN
TLEMEN GYMNASTS AND ACROBATS
,
Two Big Feature Acts
Seasons 1894-1905
THE TWO FUNNY TRAMPS,
OURTEEN TIMES
One Inch of space, fourteen timea (three
months), $10.00, and larger spaces up to
seven months at the same rate per Inch.
OTE.—That all space Is measured and charged
for a single column. A card one and a half
Inches (1%) may be set double column threequarters ( % ) of an Inch deep. Specify In your
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heatrical Hotels ™ Boarding Houses
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New Alhambra Hotel.
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Kvery Room a Front Room.
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Manager.
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A sure money maker
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b y Inxeperienced
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Address as per route, or
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GIRDELLER FAMILY
FAMOUS
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WANTED -2,000 ft of good Film. 200 Colored
Views. 1 Model B Oxyllth Gas Outfit, with Burner;
must be CHEAP for cash, o- will trade First-Class
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MONEY MAKING
PROPOSITION
ever offered to specialty salesmen who
can secure orders from merchants. A
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are making double that much.
Refined German Comedy them
The business is permanent and inOpen lor Parkx. Week M;I.\ creases rapidly, as we pay you the same
-' -'. CryHtal, AnderHou, I ml.
for repeat orders as for first ones, even
R R H C In a marvelous act of Spinning though your customer sends them diDnuo. whirling and Juggling. Spin rect to us. You can use all your ennine seventy-five (75) plates. We are positively th
originators of this feature. Time of act twenty minutes. Open time after June 4th fo ergy making new customers, as once
started they need no further attention
Parks and Theatres, Permanent address
can not stop handling our line.
STITH BROS., 421 Hickory St., OTTAWA, HAS and
You can start it before resigning your
present employment, but will nnd it
MAURICE H. ROSENZWEIG
worth your entire attention.
61-63 Park Row, World Bldg., New York
Specialty—Domestic and Theatrical
and her Gold Dust Twins, invites Law. Reduced Rates to the profession. Advice free OUTFIT FREE - - WE TAKE NO MONEY FROM YOU
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ure for Summer Parks; open for minstrel en not necessary.
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AT LIBERTY :
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Foot
Lyric
Soprano
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§
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S1QINOR FRISCO.
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Loop to Loop, with C. 8. Carnival Co., sea
•on 1905. Permanent address The Billboard.
AND
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"THAT POPULAR MAGICIAN"
BILLBOARD
OUR TIMES
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Formerly "The Wlltona."
The Daffy Dame and The Tad,
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An Exponent of Artistic Versatility.
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FEATURING
Lefever and Tossell,
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THE ZERALDAS
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In Original Comicalities.
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CARDS
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TRAVELER,
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-IN-
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u
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gagement; four year winner. Per. address, Th
Mitchells, Elmlra, N. Y.
THAT COMEDY COUPLE, Harry an
Laura Glllam. in Vaudeville. Address Bil
board.
n
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The B i l l b o a r d
REMEMBER: LUBIN'S FILMS ARE ABSOLUTELY
COPVRHiHT, 11105
STEADY
COPYRIGHT, 1905.
THE
COUNTERFEITERS
A
GRINI,
STERN
CHASE WHICH
BRINGS
COMPLETE IN TWENTY-ONE MOVING TABLEAUX.
FULL OF FUN. A SCREAMER. SURE
Length, 700 Feet.
• (Pill THE MASTER'S VOICE
85 Feet, $7.15
111 ! I iJlf THK ."WASTKK'S BMKATH,
75
" $8.25
Ill I BSJH
l II l 1 1 1 . I l l> v i i i OK.
. 1OO
•' $11
I f l k i W W AN AFPAIK OF HONOK, - 2OO
" *2:J
1905
DOWN
EXPOSITION MODEL CINEOGRAPH WITH STEREOPTICON COMBINED
Including Calcium Lamp, Electric Lamp, Adjustable
KlieoNtat, FIlmH and Slldeit.
ATTENTION!
Prizes and Gifts for
all Games. Jewelry
and Novelties for
Souvenir S t a n d s ,
Parks, Fairs, Carnivals and Theatres.
THE
HOUSE
FULL OF EXCITEMENT.
TO DRAW,
Price, $77.
I Both Ilium when shown together
>
create continuous! laughter.
Kxreedlugly funny. A Screamer
Prououured to be wonderful
$75
AND 36 OTHER NEW ONES
Star Model Cineograph,
With Stereopticon Combined, $5Q
I
Cheapest E s t a b lishment in New
York.
A delirious popcorn confection, put up in
moisture proof packages that keep it fresh a
luntf t i m e . A quick si-llcr for theatres, circuses, t r a v e l i n g theatrical and medicine companies and all places of public amusi-n.ent.
\Ve also make a larse line of PACKAGE
C A N D I E S and the RELIABLE POPCOHN
lililCK. Inform us where you hold a confectionery concession and we w i l l send samples and prices.
ALFRED GUGGENHEIM
529 Broadway, Cor.
Spring St..N.Y.City
Do You Want To Know
What Is doing anywhere at any time in any
line? If so, it is our business to tell you. If
"you don't know what you want, ask somebody." We can help you out.
PRESS DIPPING BUREAU,
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Rueckheim Bros. & Eckstein,
CHICAGO.
,
SEND
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Mexican Curios
My catalogue Is more suggestive of a high grade magazine than the
usual book of out-door acts. It isn't built on exaggerated lines, and
comprises half-tone reproductions of high-class attractions just as
they are, and not as the fancy of the artist imagines them. The paper
and printing are the best ever used in a theatrical catalogue. My
traveling representative will meet your committee when you desire,
without expense to you. Notify me when you will hold your meeting,
and the man will call.
Get our prices on soaps. They will interest
you. Private brands for Med. Biz. State for
what purpose wanted and we will send samples, labels, prices, etc. E. M. DAVIS SuAP
CO.. 38 Union Park PI., Chicago.
SOUVENIR POSTAL CARDS
S different colors, over IOO catchy subjects
"THE PEERLESS" A machine that works
and can not be worked. 100 others.
COSMOPOLITAN NOVELTY CO.,
214 X. K t h St.. Philadelphia.
HAPPY HOOLIGAN GAME
The Handy Fruit and
Vegetable Slicer
rWt kitchen
'""'MI ut*n«ll
uttnill e»er inventw).
Invented. n
It s%||0es .,„,
'« Into a variety of
of fancv
nnUblM
fancy rffsli
tolfm. w l - h
II ts Invaluable for maUn
LATTICE POTATOES
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MMNMfrN. T)M> ttiuti pnrtiubls ,irllcle*»erl,aiidl^1 liy «n-ciinen W«
are sole manii(acturrniiiiidi>r'pat^it(!t
SU Ludtncton,
IT IS THE BEST EVER PUBLISHED.
"Fakirs."
SOAP Canvassers
The new base ball game, better than a doll rack,
new. just out, a money maker. OGDBN & CO.,
90 S. Halsted St., Chicago, 111.
300 PER. CENT PROFIT TO AGENTS
MY
County and State Fair
Attractions
'io\ i \ « . r i < n in BKACHINHB.
Films and accessories, cameras, lenses, song slides,
new and second hand, bought, sold and exchanged.
Expert mechanical repairing; special slides made;
moving pictures taken to order; perforating, developing and film printing for the trade. GKBMAWA M K R I U A N CIXKMATOOBAPH & FILM Co., Eberhardt
Schneider. Mgr.. 109 E. 12th St., New Tori.
Men
FOR
FREE CATALOGUE OF
And Quirk Selling Novelties. Send for
catalogue. HOSS CUBIC CO., Laredo. Texas,
on the Mexican border.
Medicine
23 S. Eighth St., Philadelphia, Pa.
Contents of an Up-to-Dote
SLOT MACHINE PARLOR
FRANK MELVILLE,
I
14O2
Broadway,
NEW YORK
THE SOUTHWESTERN WISCONSIN FAIR
wants a few choice attractions. Dates—AUK 15
to 18, 1B05. AddreM T. M. PRIESTLEY. 8w..
Mlnpral I'nlnt. Win.
Wlnneshclk County Fair, Sept. 5-8. '05; HighClass Atractions wanted. Address I I - L. COFFIEN, sec.. Decorah, la.. Tor privileges for
Midway Shows. Amusements, Restaurants, Candy Stands, etc.
FA M O U S
Trotting Ostrich
MANAGERS in need of people by reason of accident, sickness, indisposition
or death are invited to wire us at either of our offices stating their requirements. All such wires are immediately bulletined on a very large black board
with which each office is provided. Many actors, actresses, performers, musicians and agents who are at liberty look in on us daily and they always read
the bulletins on the board. This is a quick means of getting in touch with
the right people. This service is gratis. All Want Ads sent us for publication are also posted the moment received, and Managers frequently get application before the paper containing their ad comes out.
CHICAGO, 87 S. Clark Si , Suite 61. NEW YORK, 1440 Broadway. CINCINNATI, 416-18 Elm Si.
for sale. Over 100 Machines at a sacrifice.
Address: "CHANCE," 531 Odd Fellows
Temple. Philadelphia. Pa.
E
The Billboard's Free Emergency Service,
THE BILLBOARD PUBLISHING CO., \:,,r;j,,;:',,.
n
"Whirlwind "
Is now booking an Eastern and Western Circuit- A sure winner and strong drawing card
at STATE AND COUNTY FAIRS The
most novel, up-to-date, thrilling racing attraction now Ixjfore the public. Once seen,
never forgotten.
For terms, etc., apply to
THOMAS A. COCKBURN,
Proprietor Ostrich Farm, HOT SPRINGS, ARK
Park Managers, READ
«t\ I I I . I I M " l o M C o l . the lad thai ji
•» the real Battle Axett, the verltable «'m> Micuf of MeiiHutloMul
.1 \ M 1: B. « . l£ l N I . the merry monologue .llaldeu ; 1U inliiiiteti 111 one, Klegaiit
Wardrobe.
Actor*. Actrecsev, Per.tormerc, Iflnslclanc, Kleetrtclani, Stave Hand*, Aicentc
mid Advance men. AT LIBERTY, In Neiv York, CblcaKO or Cincinnati are Have last week in May open, also a few weeks In .Tune and July. Address \x t i . i l it
Invited to call a our Office* and reiclnter.
u o M t i d . «en. Del., ST. JOSICPH, MO. "YOU CAN D E P E N D ON l-S."
Mention "The Billboa \" when answering oda.
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Xlie Billboard
Vaudeville Agent.
W1V1. MORRIS,
6 W. 28tli STREET,
(TELEPHONES: 1466-1467 MADISON.)
BOOKING EXCLUSIVE
Percy G. Williams, Colonial. New York.
Orpheum. Brooklyn.
Alliamhra. New York.
Novelty. Brooklyn.
Gotham.
Manhattan Beach.
Bergen Beach.
Weber & Rush.
Schenectady, N. Y.
Syracuse. N. Y.
Lawrence. Mass.
Morrison's Hockaway Beach.
Henderson's Coney Island.
Young's Tier, Atlantic City. N. .1.
fNLas°FoBROOK:
(CABLE ADDRESS : WILLHORRIS )
IM. Y.
Y THE FOLLOWING THEATRES :
F. F. Proctor's. -3rd Street.
.">tli Avenue.
5Nth Street.
m.'ith Street.
Newark N. J.
Albany.
Troy.
\Vllmer & Vincent, t'tica.
Keeney's, Brooklyn. N. Y.
Patersun.
Trent Theatre, Trenton.
Pelmlintf's, Kockuway.
Pleasure Beai'L, Bridgeport.
Hammerstein's Victoria. New York.
Roof Garden, New York.
S. Z. Poll's New Theatre, New Haven.
Hartford.
Bridgeport.
Waterbury.
Springfield.
Worcester.
Sheedy's, Fall River. Mass.
Newport.
Halhaway's. New Bedford. Mass.
Steer's Theatre, Bayonne, N . .1.
THE KEITH AND ORPHEUM CIRCUITS
The Sterling Automatic
THE H. & B. CO'S NEW CATALOGUE
Valuable Hook for Strwftt
GENERAL
MERCHANTS.
RACKET STORE
Norwti Jawt Pawn faun
tain Sen Cows
MXiL, OFLDER.
AUCTIONEERS
PAWNBROKERS *
STRECTTMEN JMOMJVSt
DRUOOIST SUNDRIES
SPORTING OOOD3.
BARBER SUPPLIES.
Wanted, for Wolf's Lake and Pleasure Resort,
Chambersburg, Pi.
Bright. Sna.ppy.
Striking Ca^rds.
Rich in Color.
Catch the Eye
Novelty Shooting Gallery
every time. ^* ^»
THE ONLY successful Air Rifle Gallery ever
made. After one year's experimenting on this
gallery, we have now perfected this one in
every detail, making a three-way joint, and so
natural that no one will get next. It l« the
oaNlest framed up, the outtleHt to \vork.
the canleftt to get,,,, ; , , , , ground; grt the
money the eaftieMt. The prlee lor a
game of thli kind 1» the oaxleMt ol
anything ever put on the market.
Only $35 for Best Air Rifle. 1000 shot. Banner
and traveling case complete, guaranteed to
give satisfaction. Sent privilege of f u l l examination. Send for new catalogue of latest Street
Games. Hold-outs. Marked Cards, Ink. Dice of
all kinds; in fact everything in the Sporting
Goods line. We Have What Yon Want.
D.
VIII ,1,IK
MFC. CO.,
Kansas City, IVfo.
LIFE'OGIVAVURE
SOUVENIRS,
NOVELTIES,
CANES, WHIPS, FANS,
Indian Burnt Leather, Rustic. Wood. Shell Goods, Canes, Confetti. Serpentine Dusters. Rub-
~ The Horowitz Berber Co., the well known
wholesale general merchandise establishment
of New'York, are now mailing their 1905 catalogue. It not only portrays a complete line
of general merchandise and novelties, but
Quotes specialties at convincing low prices
for Carnival. Circus and Streetrnen, such as
Fountain pen outfits. Jewelry lots, C»mb lots,
Shear lots. Notion lots. Purse lots, Razor lots.
Handkerchiefs, Memoranda books, (Tlass cutter Knives, Peerless Sharpeners, German collar buttons. Needle cases, "W.B.W." brand
table ware, big line for Slum layouts. Fish
pond. Knife board, etc. The catalogue is of
convenient size, and will be sent to any street
man upon application, if he mentions the
BILLBOARD.
WINDOW
(ARDJ
LACROSSE,
.
WIS.
AL ROSTAING, M, A,,
ARTIST,
Show Canvas Painter,
I employ none but the best artists when I
have to be helued. and thereby keep my
standard of work up to the mark. No copies
or repetitions; every one of my canvases is a
COMPOSITION of art for open air shows, as
for a palace or the stage. Criterion, price
2 bits a square foot, more or less according to
order sriven. Conditions, 'A deposit bal. C.
().!>. Punctuality, taste, snap. Address,
AL. ROSTAING,
1107 W. 11th St., LOS ANGELES HAL.
ber Balls. Blow-Outs. Whips. Balloons. Lanterns. .Klatt Puzzles. Trick Matches, Citrars.
Baseballs, China Pots. Glass Goods. Shell Hat Pins. Beer (Classes. Badges, Buttons, Klairs,
Jewelry. Silverware. Tricks. Prize Goods. Squakers, Watches. Bedella Balls. Garlands, Festooning, Novelty Flowers. Butt-ln-Badge. Leather Postal Cards. Catalogue free.
NEWMAN MFG. CO.. 81 WOODLAND AVE.. CLEVELAND OHIO.
Send permanent address for FKKB Illustrated catalogue novelties for Street Fairs. Carni- CONDERMAN
vals and Celebrations. HO pages. 700 illustrations of novelties.
For ParKs.Uafninais a;iu tons
GET A
PLEASURE
WHEEL
DON'T BE HUMBUGGED. S A V E YOUR M O N E Y AND PLACE YOUR ORDERS FOR
SOIVJG
BOOKS
Containing the season's big hits. "I'm Going to Meet Birdie To-night," "Keep a Lltle Cosy
Corner In Your Heart Tor Me." "Sylvle," "Tommy." "Under the Banana Tree,*' "By the Watermelon Vine Llmly Lou." "Jumper Don't You You Hear Me Calling You?" "Longing for
You." "She Walts by the Ilcep Blue Sea." "Nenth the Pines of Vermont." "Farewell
Soldier Hoy," "I Never Meant to Hurt You So." "I Love You Girlie. But I Don't Know
Why." and Jokes. Monologues. Parodies, Reel tatlons. Riddles, Toasts, etc. 75c. per 100, $7.00
per 1.000. cash with order. No goods sent C. O. D. Send 5 cents In stamps for Sample
Books. A. LONDON PUB. CO.. No. 718 Willow St.. Philadelphia, Pa.
Siberian Double Hump Camels,
LIONS, TIGERS.
LEOPARDS.
Ferris Wheel (or will bay one cheap for cash?
Tin Type and Photo Button privilege for sale.
Black Leopards,
Opening Jane 10, one to three excursion* •
day. Population of city 15,000. Addrews all Ocelots Rare Goats and Sheep. Antelopes. Cappbara. Porcupines, Kangaroos,
mall to AUG. WOLF, care Wolf'a Pleasure Swans. Ducks. Geese, Cranes. Emus. Cassowary, Cockatoos,
Resort. Chamberabarg. Pa.
Atlas Trunks
Monkeys from $7O a dozen upward, Small and Monster Snakes.
Address J. O. Conderm.n for dates, Troy. Peon*.
FOB SALE BY
-"!'eii»viiie,
Manufacturer.
LOUIS RUHE, 248 Grand St., New York.W . Rn. PnHnniUIII
l u n u t n m A n , Horn
N.V.
ror the profession are without l PBBR. Mad«
with our PATENTED BINDING, requiring »•
I I « H H and rlTeted throughout.
Oar catalogue will cheerfully Introduce them
t* TOO. TBB BKLBEB TRUNK * BAO CO..
No. 152 Colombia Are., Philadelphia, Pa.
Monarch Balloon and Amusement Go.
A Great Helper
Night Ascensions with Paine's Fireworks.
Cannon Ascensions. Day Ascensions.
Bicycle. Double or Triple.
Balloon Repairing made at short notice
1896—Balloon Farm, 172 Llppltt St., Providence. R. I.—1905
PROF. A CHAS. HILLMAN. Manager
The Unborn Tel- Write for circular.
escope Organ la a
m a r v e l . It requires hut two
momenta to open
or close It. It Is
worth ten times
the price to any
Musical Comedy. Concert Troupe or Traveling Singers. Net price only «25. »30 and »35. Send for catalogue. BILHORN BROS., 56 5 h Ave.. Chicago.
MT.
THE MT. VERNON CAR MANUFACTURING CO.,
S5 » FREIGHT CARS
(or SHOW PURPOSES
VERNON,
I L L I N O I S
IMPROVED
DO YOU WANT MILITARY GOODS ?
Only the BEST Sketches, Songs, Comedies, Dramas
BAND UNIFORMS. ARMY o r N A V V SUITS,
TENTS. GUNS and EQUIPMENT OF EVERY
DESCRIPTION. From Government Auction.
No matter wbat you want ID that line I can
supply It. New or second baud. Send for
catalogue.
B. B. ABRAHAMS.
222 South St.. Philadelphia Pa.
and everjr description of theatrlcitl work WRITTEN To ORDER. Monologues and Parodies a specialty.
Comedies and Dramas Revised. Only the best original wort furnished. References by the hundred.
Established 1879. I do not furnish duplicated material, but only write the highest grade to order for
CABINET PHOTOS
BOB WATT.
IS.SO per
11 I N 11 I £ I
I•
Send your negative to print from or a photo
to copy. Future Husband or Wife Photoa.
white, black, visible or invisible. $2 per 1.01)0.
Send for sample. WENDT, Photo., Boonton, N.J.
MOTION PICTURE MACHINES AND FILMS.
Profitable Business—Small Outlay.
Catalogue Free-It Explains Fully.
JLANTERNS WANTED
K8ANS^
lHARBACH&C0.809FilbertSt.Phlla.Pi.
Mention "The Billboard" when answering ads.
806 Walnut Street. Philadelphia.
Pa.
Sensational - Oriental - Acrobatic - Performers
49 w. 28th St.,
Sle Hassan Ben All's
Toozoonin Troupe
And the a Whirlwinds
of the Desert.
NEW
YORK.
e* and ComTKttloii* Wanted* l£lectrlc Park, Mom
ery AiniiMeiiit'iit Co., Box 75-1, JVIoiitu;oiiiery, Ala.
attractions, £;,';
20
CARNIVAL NOVELTIES
SAINT L O U I S CONFETTI COMPANY,
12 S. Commercial St., SAINT LOUIS. MO.
Mention
'20
Merry-Go-Round.
DUrtABLE
ATTRACTIVE.
PROFITABLE.
MACHINES. DOLL RACKS
MUSEMENT OUTFITTERS
HERSCHELL-SPILLMAN CO..
78 Sweeney St..
-
North Tonawanda. N. Y.
Sell Like Hot Cakes
«/• moke IOO ec» JOO pei rent profit
B 'llmtrated Catalogue of cvlr too varietiea,
1 J^MOTT. 415 Dearborn St.Chicago
Wanted—Agents; Gentleman or Ladles to sell
si-n cards to merchants: sample with, particulars. 10 cents. Novelty Sign Co., Lincoln, 111.
•• moorituj a*. Mention "The KUboord" ichen oasnmng ads. Mention "'The liiUboard" when answering ad*.
Billboard
44
KOTTON KANDY,
A Carnival
Machines ™ $100
MUTOSCOPE
Equipped with gas and gasoline burners. Requires only' two feet of space
and makes any color or flavor.
Patent No. 247,222, of Feb. 25, I9O5
Any infringement will be prosecuted.
Write for Information and Territory.
Light, Attractive, Strongly Built, mechanism same as in the familiar Iron
Cabinet Machine; but this machine
KottonKandy Machine Co,
WEIGHS ONLY 90 POUNDS
Main Office and Factory: 914 Monroe St.,
with the iron legs, which can be oinited if desired.
Previously we have
Branch Office: 204 Smith Bldg., Pittsburg. Pa.
101,1 no, OHIO.
BEEN
ASKING $45.oo
for this machine; but for the purpose
of testing the advertising value of The
BILLBOARD and closing out a lot of
100 machines quickly, we offer them
AT $35.°° EACH.
Picture Reels ONLY ON RENTAL;
but at Special Rates to Carnival People who don't require changes.
A. J. McFANN. Inventor, Owner and Manage
P
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HERALDS artd HANDBILLS
P
Carnival and
Street Fair Printers
R
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THE
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Donaldson Litho. Co.
NEWPORT, KY.
P
o
Designs all New and UP-TO-DATE.
SAMPLES FREE
to SECRETARIES of Carnivals and Street Fairs.
WRITE AT QNCE TO
THE DONALDSON LITHO. CO.
NEWPORT, KV.
AMERICAN
BANNERS
Mutoscope and Biograph Co.
11 E. 14th
NEW YORK.
St.,
ATTRACTIONS WANTED
O
w
AND
DATES
•PERFORMERS ATTENTIONAffiliated Western Vaudeville Circuit:
21-of the LEADING VAUDEVILLE THEATRES in the WEST 21
WANTED at all times, Acts of Merit.
No Acts too large, if salary is right.
3
12
SHOWS
DAILY
CONSECUTIVE
3
WEEKS
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For Fourth of July Celebration by Fraternal Order of Eagles at Charleston, Can offer immediate time to acts with the Goods. This is absolutely the
W. Va. Correspondence from first-class carnival companies and independ- best Circuit of Popular Priced Vaudeville Houses in the West. For open
ent attractions solicited. Address
time address.
A. O. POTTS, Charleston, W. Va.
Affiliated Western Vaudeville Circuit.
Room 4O, Grand Opera House Building.
FOR SALE:
Two First Part Minstrel Stage Settings with appropriate
Costumes. Other First Part wardrobe. Song and Dance
wardrobe. Band and Bugle uniforms.
' Afftoi*rkfle>t»t> * " I '" Independent Order of Improved Possums."
*»1»*** |fl«-«-«s • Music and Wardrobe used one week. Big Laughing Hit.
-Also Fine Sleeping Car in Condition for Passenger Service.
AUTOMOBILE No. 1.
Peanut
Roaster
AL. G. FIELD, SO Broad Street, Columbus. O.
September 5, 6, 7. 8, 9,1905. Privileges of all kinds for sale. Special Inducements to *i i < i
way Mio\i «. Attendance last year over (55.000.
S. NUSSKAR, Secy., Liitbcrvlll, . < i . i
PUBLIC MARRIAGE AS AN ATTRACTION,
Greatest Attraction
... Yet Invented
OF THE KIND
Our handsome catalogue is free and
fully describes this machine. Also
many other styles. Hand, Spring
and Steam Power. Rotary PopCorn Poppers, Roasters and Poppers
Combined, Ice Cream Freezers, Cabinets, Tubs, Steel and Porcelain;
Iron Cans, Dishers, Soda and Ice
Cream Spoons, Ice Shavers, Ice
Breakers, Milk Shakers.
Maryland State, and the Great Timonium Fair,
JAS.
CHICAGO, ILL.
Xbe Created Drawing Card.
A colored man. twenty-six years of
age who is about to be married, wishes to correspond with some fair secretary who may
want this attraction. Will be well dressed, willing to secure license where marriage takes
place and married by a colored preacher of the same locality. Kor further particulars
address:
E. S.. Can- BILLBOARD. Cincinnati. Ohio.
Crystal Flake
The celebrated article used so extensively for improving Ice Cream.
Sample and Recipe free.
NOTICE TO STREETMEN.
We nave tbe only Prize Automatic Shooting made that doe* the work; and
we have everything that you w a n t in thlM line. Don't buy 'til you see our
I it I I. < \ I \ i.o«. I I : . a n we bavc something new all the time.
R. A. 'I oo 1C I M l « . . CO., 515 main Street, Kansas City, Mo
KIKGERY MFG. CO.,
106-108 E. Purl Si..
CINCINNATI, 0.
List of Foreign Vaudeville Agents W E W A N T Y O U
If you bave a Good Out Door Act.
We can use tbe best at all times-
Good Sensational Acts Always In Demand.
In England, Germany. France, and throughout Europe, together with their street address,
Cable address, and the lines of which they make a specialty. PRICE, TEN CENTS.
Q, J. Prescott Booking Agency, 216-17 Lumber Exchange, Minneapolis, Minn.
Addreas The Billboard Publshing Co., Cincinnati. Ohio.
too. Madia* uTk* BOZfouid" wbe* amt> ttgad*.
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GREAT LEADERS FROM OUR 1905 CATALOGUE
WE
«85«, Toothpick KnifeAssorted on cards of one
dozen Consists of earspoon.
toothpick and spear-point
polished lilade. transparent
celluloid tortoise shell pattern handles, iron lined for
clip blade, small German
silver style shield: doz. !t4«-0 Kfl
fjpn
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QUOTE EVERYTHING ELSE WE
13SS—Black painted sticks,
vegetable Ivory knobs, assorted colors, Doz
LIST EQUALLY AS CHEAP.
1453—Genuine Steel Rods,
heavy loaded, cloth spun and
twisted, black or assorted colors, the best steel rod in every
respect on the market. Doz...
,35
1342-Genuine t e a k w o o d
canes, natural oil polished;
one of the most popular
sticks in the market. H doz.
to package. Doz
.55
1344-Black enameled sticks,
elephant tops, silver finish, 7R
H doz. to package. Doz.... ••*
.75
REMEMBER, IT COSTS YOU ONLY A POSTAL CARD TO GET THE BOOK.
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Fair Privileges FOR SALE.
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House in the
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272 E. MADISON ST
NIACON FAIR ASSOCIATION
At Macon, Georgia, invites bids for privileges at the Georgia Farmers'
Fair and Live Stock Exposition, October 24th to November 3d, inclusive. Sealed bids will be opened July 3d, 1905.
The following are offered: Candy Stands, Peanuts,
corn, Candy Kitchen, Prize Boxes, Knife Racks, Baby Racks,
Racks, Shooting Gallery, Poole Privileges, Bar Privileges,
Drinks, and all attractions Address
EUGENE ANDERSON, Secretary, MACON,
PopCane
Soft
GA.
The Photoscope
Takes pictures as fast as a person can pose in
front of it. Delivers a perfect photograph, neatly
framed and finished, in less than one minute, and
will operate regardless of the weather, making as
perfect a likeness under the electric light as on a
bright sunny day. The only slot machine that
delivers a perfect photo.
Some Machines Average Profits as High as $100.00 per day.
Our 1905 model is 50 #> better than the machine
we were putting- out last year at the same price.
Write for catalogue. Address:
IN. S. KLINE, Caiton Bldg . Buffalo, N. Y.
A SENSATIONAL OFFER
This 2O Year Guaranteed Watch for
A DIRECTORY OF1
ELECTRIC RAILWAY PARKS
Is furnished free of charge to advertisers
in the STREET RAILWAY JOURNAL.
Our issue of April 8, is a Special Park
Number; shall we send you a sample copy?
STREET RAILWAY JOURNAL,
A bona-ttd* offer by America's greatest mail order watch house, the old established and reliable R. £.
Chalmers A Co.
The Editor of this paper will tell you that we are thoroughly reliable.
Never before in the history of the watch business has a watch of this description been offered for
sale at this price. BEAR IN MIND, this is not one of those worthless, cheap Swiss watches you
see so much advertised hy irresponsible concerns. It is a real Genuine American Watch, both
case anil movement, manufactured by one of the largest, best known and most celebrated watch
companies in the United States. It is double hunting case richly engraved, hest quality U karat
gold plate finish, fitted with the very best standard American full seven ruby jeweled movement,
quick train, stem wind and set and absolutely guaranteed to keep perfect time for 20 years.
Positively the greatest bargain on the face of the earth. SEEING IS BELIEVING. Cut this
out and send it to us with your name, post office and express office address and we will send the
watch to your express office for examination. You examine it at your express office and if U
represented pay express agent our sale price $2.95 and express charges and it is yours.
Mention in your letter whether you want a Ladle*' Watch or a Gentleman's Watch,
we have It in both sizes. Ouler to-day u this advertisement will not appear again. Addreia
R. E. CHALMEJt^ & CO.. 356 DEARBORN ST.. CHICAGO, ILL.
JAY L. PACKARD f
AM US EM E NT
CONTRACTOR.
Managers' and Actors' Representative.
Companies Organized,
Engagements Procured.
Tours Directed.
NOW ORGANIZING SUMMER STOCKS.
Only Exclusive Theatrical, Scenery,
Property Storage Warehouse and
•ifer Company in the Country.
Now booking for Parks, Fairs, and Carnivals, Four Big Sensational Acts; The Original
Scenery and Properties for sale for storage charges. Have hauled ALL the large companies Loop the Loop. Dlavolo; Prodigious Porthos. the Chasm Vaulting Cyclist; "Minting, the
playing in Chicago this season with the best of records. This Is the firm that has the Gov- Marvel"; 8»ntos, the Demon Skater, Shooting the Chutes on Cycle Skates blindfolded
ernment contract for moving all the Federal offices and Postofflee Into the new P. O. build- making a leap of 28 feet Into a tank of fire.
ing In Chicago. 700 loads In 42 hours; can anybody beat It? Uuthmann & Goodrich can beat
anybody's price In Chicago, or any other city. In building and painting Scenery. We have
"57 W. 4lst Street, NEW YORK C.TY.
shipped scenery from Maine to California, and all are well Ipleased at price and work. We
have a large stock of second-hand stuff which we can utilize In rebuilding shows.
Office. Room 15. rJiS Dearborn St.. Tel. Harrison 166": Studios. Shops. Warehouses. 107 to 115
Throop St.. Tel. Monroe 874. CHICAKO, 11.1..
WANTED, People in all Lines to Book.
Richard Guthmann Transfer Co,
•WANTED'
.WANTED The GREAT FLOTO SHOWS
WANTED..
First-CI-rtss C a r n i v a l Co. to furnish ihe a.ttra.ction for the EXEMPT FIREMEN'S For the Side Show, Annex and Vaudeville Dep'ts, novelty acts, performed by
ASSOCIATION Third Annual Street F.ir to be held the week of August 14 or 21. Ladies; Sister Teams, Singles, Coon,-shouters and Dancers. Address:
We have the privilege of Ihe city streets granted to us by the Common Council.
H i v e t drawing population of 40,000, and are connected by I r j l l e y and steam AKTHI'K L. HILL, .flgr. Annex Floto Show, as per route or permanent address
Denver, Col.
railroad
Each year our Fair has proved a grand success. Write or wire,
W, H, NORRIS, Sec'y, 607 John Street, LITTLE FALLS, NEW YORK
WANTED
GIRLS
WANTED
Shows
Great Wallace
W ANT'
Sober and experienced Boss Animal Man to take charge of cage animals;
also oae or two good Concert Acts. Address Wallace Circus, as per route.
Monessen. Pa.. May 2t>; Braddock. Pa., 27; Akron. O . 29; Cleveland, O.. 30.
Original Camel-back Spindle
Drop Case. 3-way Weight, 6 Ibs
Klondyko Maffm-t and Dire
Automatic Set Spindle
Expert Cards and Dice, l<i»t Free.
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etc. Girls with Ballet Unique last year write. VANITY FAIR CO., Harry
Cyphers, Prop. Continental Amusement Co., Homewood Ave., Pittsburg, Pa.
Wanted
Wanted...
A First-class Twelve-Piece Band; a No. 1 Circus Horse Act; also Jap Troupe;
Aerial and Acrobatic Family. Bert. E. Paddock, wire.
A. A. LESLIE,
Leslie's Refined One Ring Circus and Menageria,
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Imported and Domestic Novelties, Specialties,
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AKERS INCORPORATING TRUST CO,
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ARMITAGE-HERSCHELL CO.,
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Builders of the Tonawanda Minature Kailroads, euuipped with Air Brakes.
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Smith. Send 15 cents for regular
piano copy (beautiful title page), and
complete orchestration, or 35 centsfor all three complete.
WAIFS.
And make you a fortune. If you have a
PLAY, SKETCH, PHOTO, ACT,
SONG or BOOK that Is worth anything,
you should copyright it. Don't take
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OffER 10 INVENTORS before applying for
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patents srnt fREE. We advise if patentable or not, FREE. We Incorporate
STOCK COMPANIES. Small fees
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C. L. Partee Music Go.
23 East 20th Street,
NEW YORK CITY.
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Special.
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Managers
talumbia Copyright « Patent Co inc..
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DETROIT
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at the ST. LOUIS WORLD'S FAIR FOR
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ir. Detroit, 7.20 A. II.
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Lv. Detroit M/.i I.. 5.00 P. H. Ar. Buffalo, O.OO A. M.
Connecting with all Morning Trains for PoinU East.
Itate between Buffalo and Detroit $it. .".<> one way,
$C.5O round trip. Bertha |il.00, $1.60} Staterooms
££.50 each direction.
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All Classes of TickeUsold reading via Grand Trunk,
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i ' etroit. A. A. 8CHANTZ. G.S.&P.T.M., I)etroit,Mich.
STREETMEN
ATTENTION
The oritrinul Imported combi, nution BUTTON, TIE and CUFP
I HOLDER, the best made and
greatest seller. Per gross t35c.
Place your orders at once
B. C. I I I I i: A CO.
8 4 Wabunh Avenue,
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Chicago, I I I .
Souvenir Postal Cards
"Automatic" Set Spindle.
....THE LONDON....
MUSIC HALL
Why handle rocky 'goods when you can handle (roods that will sell themselves? Electric Belts from SI.00 per doz. UD. Laree variety to select from.
Electric Jars, 75e doz; Electric Insoles. sT^ic doz. pairs: Soap. $MO gross:
Fine Medical Batteries. Send "DC for Sample No. 14 E. B.. exp. prepaid.
Latest out. One third cash required. Trial order will convince. Largest
Manufacturers of Electric Belts and Appliances in U. S. A. Established
187s. Lecture and price list free.
The Electric Appliance Co.. Burlington. Kan.
ACETYLENE SEARCHLIGHT
Oxygen and Hydrogen Gas furnished In tanks
f«r Stereoptlcon and Moving Picture Machines.
All order* to any part of the United States
filled nriiinptly. T.1G Rim St., St. Louis, Mo.,
C. S. A.
SOUVENIR NOVELTIES
"50,000 B. R. Shops Pay Roll; S'OOO population;
0 seats; 15 dally trains; big stage; first time
'en Jttrs city has had an Opera House; blgb
companies with a record can find dates;
your offer for a big opening of house.
Dt'NKKRLY. Ennla. Tei.
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C. W. PARKER, Abilene, Kan,
ATTENTION , Doctors, Medicine People and Showmen
ST. LOUIS CALCIUM LIGHT CO,
NEW OPERA HOUSE.
B A R R & CO.,
56 I i l i h \ > . M M . . - CHICAGO, ILL.
Is the recognized organ of Vaudeville Artlns throughout the world. Americans vtsltliiK In London win Lurnesr. exclusive manufacturer of Amusement hefind a friendly welcome at 4<u Strand. New York representative. I. n. CARLE, 1135 Broadway, New vices in tbe L*. B. M K K K Y - O O - K O U N D 8 - "
SHOOTING «A I . I . K K I K X . M i l i t a r y Band
York City Telephone—8922 Madlion.
Organs, Cyliuder Pianos, iSitikle-m-ti*ut 1'iauos.etc-
On recelpe of FIFTY CENTS ID Postage Htiiinp»r money order, we will forward you, charge*
•repnlil FIFTY ASSORTED POSTAL UARD8, no
two alike. PETER BACIGALUFI, Phonograph
Agency. 786 Mission St.. San Francisco, Cal.
For Resort. Exposition, Fair and Holiday
trade. Makers of PKA HL, FOIt WIREWOUKT5KS. AMERICAN PEARL MFG.
OO.. 247 North Third St... Pwrr.Armi.PHiA. PA
Electric Hyronemous Cages.
Drop Cases, Metal Eoulette
Wlieel—best ever. Loaded
Dice and Marked Cards. Greatest
catalog ever written on gambling'
Sent to any address FUEE.
For street parades, shooting galleries, high diving, spot light for stage or
for illuminating any objects of Interest. Light quickly thrown In any
direction. Generates its own gas.
FREE "The
Cutlery King's
Memorandum Book and Citalngut.
SIOTPLK, SAFE, POKTABLK, BRILLIANT.
Write for It today.
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240 E. Madison St.
ChicagoLook for my Big Add. June 3rd.
Several styles. Write for particulars and catalogue.
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BALLOON ASCENSIONS.
Prof. Win. D. Herrguth, with all tbe latest
For Sale: all prices, sizes, age balloon and parachute acts Is ready to make
color. FRANK WITTE, breeder engagements; for further Information write;
30 E. 8th St.. Cincinnati, Ohio good offers considered. Per Add. Leslie. Mlrh.
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SHETLAND PONIES
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WANTED—Good Clean Attractions for a Summer Park, situated between Saratoga and Scheoectady and drawing from a population of
280.000: no Intoxicants sold on the grounds.
SCHBNECTADY K'Y CO.. Schenectady, N. Y.
A PARK WITHOUT AN ARCADE IS LIKE A FOREST WITHOUT GAME
Improved I'honoffr;ii>li,
Illustrated Song.
Auto Stereoscope.
Hat Hlower.
Cupid Postoftice.
Improved K&e Puncher.
PARKS CAN COIN MONEY WITH MILLS MACHINES.
We make over 200 varieties of Coin Operated Machines—New, Novel, Attractive—the kind that makes a successful Arcade. Every Park should have from a dozen to
fifty machines—JfllLLS MACHINES, because they are the right kind; take well, wear well, draw the crowd by their attractive appearance, and are a constant source of
revenue. They are uniformly operated with immense profit to the owner, because all the money taken in is clear profit, and because they do not rwiulrean army of clerks—one
man can look alter fifty or more machines. They work while you are otherwise engaged. Don't make the mistake of trying to run an Arcade with old and second-hand
machines. Its the new features that pay. We have them. Send for Catalogue No. 23.
MILLS NOVELTY CO., II to 22 So. Jefferson St., Chicago. BRANCHES:
THEATRICAL
COLUMN
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ARTISTS = ENGRAVERS & PRINTERS.
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Date*. Heralds and
Sketches submitted
cation. Quick Work
notice.
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Posters,
Dodgers.
on applion short
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!Le Southern Woman's Magazine
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in the only Flmt-Clamt, Hlgh-Grade
.lloiitlily ' l : i ^ . i / i n . piibllHbed In tbe
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i i i i i » ail agate line. Sample copy mailed
free when re<juested.
WANTED
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posters, letterheads and newspapers. Send lor complete line of
Samples. Cuts delivered prepaid when cash accompanies the order.
Send us your photograph and $1.00 for a trial order. This will convince you more than anything we can say.
High-Class Attractions, Vaadeyllle and Comedy
Acrobats for the S i x t h Annual Anbnrn Free Flab
Fry, Aug. 4th and 5th. Last year's attendance,
14,000. For further particulars addreM JOHN
McKAY. Sec'y. s.-ui -mumi Co., Aubnrn. 111.
KnOXVllle Engraving CO. SIS Bate St., Hnoxvllle, Tenn.
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EDISON MOVING PICTURE MACHINES
ALL THE LATEST FILMS
BLACK TENTS,
THE BIG FIRM
FREE
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NEW YORK OFFICE,
2 West I i Hi St.
Dear born and
Randolph Sts..
OVING
PICTURE
ACHINES
AND FILMS
STEREOPTICONS AND
Our At>Mortinent or Indtruiiieiitu,
AcreNNorlen, and VlewH in tbe
moMt diversified and eoiuplete of
any in tile r nlled State*.
Our Free Catalog No. 1-D roiitalUN deacrlptlonni, with price
and Information about
»i:iI ' l i i n . ». LenaeM Klectrlr Lamps
and rverytlilntc of" liitcremt to
tlie exhibitor.
KLEINE
CO.
52 STATE ST.. CHICAGO.
NEW Y O R K ADDRESS:
127-129 W. 32nd Street.
I
Moving
P i c t u r e Machines.
Films, Lanterns, Slides
and Supplies.
Kansas City Agent for Edison and McAllister
goods, also some second hand goods. C. 'I.
STKBHINS, IOTH Main St. Kansas City.-Mo.
COLORED GELATINES.
10x34 Inchvn, ill colon, 16 cent* per ih»t.
Wooden frame to hold ume, 85 cent* eitrm.
L. KANABEE CO., Tribun. Bid*, Chio.ro, HI.
Van
CATALOGS.
Horn & IVIicnl
CHICAGO.
...
NATIONAL
CARNIVAL
&
FIREWORKS
THE
COMPANY.
"National Service"
Great, Daring. Sensational Acts that please the people and draw the crowds: The Great
VanNorman, shooting the space on a bicycle Into a tank of water; Master VanNorman.
on the spiral tower, and the Great Alton Family of Aerlallsts.
WANTED—To join June ti. at Prairie du Chlen, Wis: 2 good Tent Shows: (rood Platform
Show. Ferris Wheel, and anything that is new and novel; want to buy High Dive ladders and
net. Privilege people write, all $10: 14 weeks booked.
Address I I I I v/ BROS., Prairie du Chlen, Win.
3
THE BEST.
Films for Rent
4th Annual Spring Carnival
LojiaiiHport, I m l . .
June 5th to lOtb.
Privilege Men, here Is the chance you have been waiting for. The best CarnlTal Town In
the west. You always (ret the money here. Privileges of all kinds for sale. Great Mundy
Shows'attraction. Seven railroads and two interurbans enter the city: excursion rates on
all: 200.000population to draw from. J. E. MoMII*l«EN, Secy.
ANOTHER BIG ONE!
Only service out
of C h i c a g o not
delayed by strike.
The kind you want.
Fair and Park Managers
National Film Renting Go,
62 N. CLARK ST.,
IVILLE. DeACO
Human Electric Light
UreateBt attraetlon of tbe age, In eonnectlon with the Celebrated
DeAros Slack Wire and Trapeze JVIarknianihlp. A Positive Drawing
Card. Aug. 7, 14, 21, open. Time In September for Fair*. ITIuy 24
to 29, Electric Park, Detroit, ITIlch.; w . - . - k . I n n . 5th, Ludlow
Lagoon, Ludlow, Ky.
Permanent addremn, THE BILLBOARD.
CHICAGO,
-
-
ILLS.
•'WANTED
FOR FRANK ADAMS' SOUTHERN SHOW
Two or three good performers, man and wife
preferred: must do two turns each in big
show. Tc 1 all you do In flrst tetter, and very
lowest salary. Long engagement to right
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THE PICTURE THAT CHILLS THE BLOOD
The Greatest Creation of Sensational Motion Picture Photography.
THE HOLD-UP OF THE LEADVILLE STAGE
A wonderfully realistic series of scenes and Incidents actually made in Colorado, and following with exceedingly fine accuracy the true events that made Colorado famous.
LENGTH. 7OO FEET.
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PRICE, $84.00
STILL A HEADLIIVER.
Tracked by Bloodhounds or a Lynching at Cripple Creek,
The Girls in the Overalls,
Length, 45O Feet. Price, $54.0O.
Length, 35O Feet.
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