Evening star., 1900-07-24
AMUSE

THE PALM GARDEN.-Another new
vaudeville venture was launched last night
when the Palm Garden at Cabin John
Bridge was opened under the management
of B. r. Johnson. The theater has COM
Portable seating facilities and the decora-
tions, from the blaze of the electric lights
at the entrance up to the pale blue Vene-
tian scene on the drop curtain, were pic
turesque and appropriate. The dedication
of the little theatcr was ACCOMPLISHED with
out as many mishaps as might have been
expected with many kinds of a first
niSht-for two or three of the performers
introduced to take the place of talent that
failed to respond, Were obviously even new
er than the .theater. But for all that, the
show went with vim, and the audience
whose members We're all decked with flow
ers, presented with the compliments Of ,he
management, helped make 1t a gala occa-
sion, with plenty of laughter and applause
There We're two defections from the pro-
gram. One team missed a train and Ger
tie ellison remained away owing to an
attack of tOnsiiitis. Bert Coote who
Is conspicuous figure among vaudeville
comedians, owing to the fact that he is
really funny, was the chief entertainer. In
sketch, entitled Supper for Two he
gave an impersonation of a bashful blum
derer which was not only broadly ludi-
crcus. but which here and there had touches
of genuine art. Mr.. Coote had excellent
stage assistance in his sketch. which pre-
was skit by Allen and Demain, a roll
licking ultra-bibulous creation, and occa-
siCnally more realistic than delicate. T. p.
Harle contributed some ballads, old and
new, and was heartily approved. These
and other performers gave the bill a
variety which should appeal to almost
every shade of taste. \ great deal of credit
is due to the orchestra which showed
alertness and adaptability in accompanying
the singers. The program. which closed
with a startling wirewalking act by the
''Esoamillos," demonstrated the intention
to secure entertainers who will put the bill
squarely on a "value-received" basis. The
Farrell Taylor Trio appear in their unique
musical speciality today and for the re-
mainder OF the week.
GLEN ECHO PARK.-The College Alum
nj String and Glee Club opened what prom
!ses to be a very popular weeks engage
ment at the Glen Echo Park amphitheater
last night. With their nlandolins, guitars,
banjos, violns and voices the young men
composing this highly meritorious organ
izatiOn added another triumph to those
they have already achieved. The program
was selected with artistic discrimination,
and comprised tunefu selections for ban
jos and mandolins, vocal glees and solos,
closing with a striking arrangement
by Mr.. Theo. Friebus, jr., entitled Alum
nj Medley, 13OO,' In which the united
strings and voices took part. The soloists
were Messrs. Horatio Rench and l.. ReiZen-
stein, while Walter Birch displayed a very
sweet, natural singing voice in his share
of the medley. William II. COnley provided
the fun for the evening in his inimitable
style. He has few superiors versatile
singing comedian, and Is equally at home
in coon or Irish dtties. His imitation of
Dan Daily singing Nothing New in THE
Founders" made q hit. Previous to the
performance Haley's Band rendered a de-
lightful program, and after it the dancers
crowded the two pavilions. The amphi-
theater bill will be reinforced Thursday
night by that famous negro minstrel Geo.
Thatcher: Miss Clara ]. Stevens and La
Petite Alma and VIII A. Haley with flute
solos.
CHEVY CHASE LAkE.-The natural and
popular attractions of Chevy Chase Lake
have been added to this week through the
engagement Of the celebrated cornetist,
Prof. Levy, and the eminent singer, Nine.
Stella Costa-Levy. Notwithstanding the
threatening weather last evening. a large
crowd was on hand when the concert began
at $40. Both artists pleased the AUDIENCE
so much that encOres We're enthusiastically
demanded and obligingly given. Madame
Stella Costa-Levy gave Meyerbeers Rob
ert, to que Jaime" and for encores Mag
gle, the prison song from I'll Trovatore''
and Kentucky Babe" Levy performed Sc
lections from his own compositions, and for
encores ''Suwanee River and some popular
and sacred music. The grounds surround
Ing the lake have never been in better con-
dition for picnickers than at present
Everything is carefully looked after. the
stands boats swings and other attractions
being in first-ciass condition, while the
dancing floor and music are of the highest
order of excellence.
W1LDWOOD.-Polite vaudeville, dancing.
picturesque scenery and a good cafe remain
the attractions at Wildwood" which has
made itself favorite refuge from warm
weather ills with many people The pro
gram for this week includes some novel
features.
DIR. HicklinE RenppOinted.
Upon the recommendation of Commits
sioner Ross, the District Commissioners
today reappointed DIR. d. Percy Hickline
visiting physician to the Washington Asy-