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The courier., 1901-11-16
COMING ADJUSTMENTS
At the Oliver

The cast which Will be seen at the
Oliver Monday. November Is evening
with William DeNere in his new and
successful comedy. A Common Sim
ner." is said To be one of the best
that has been put together to support
a farce comedy star. 1t includes Clay
ton Kennedy, VINO made such d de-
cided hit when last here with Hoyt's
A Trip to Chinatown in his very
unique piano specially; William Phil
brick, also remembered as being one of
the leading features in that same
comedy: Maymie Taylor, Matte
Rooney, the very talented daughter of
the late Pat Rooney. Daisy King, long
identified with George Lederer as a
leading figure in his many spectacular
productions and one of the strongest
singing parties ever heard in a musical
production.
The sale of seats has been large and
for choice locations an early applica-
ton would be advisable. Price 25c to
S1.00.
The story of Blanche Walsh's play.
The Hunt for Happiness" which will
be presented at the Oliver theatre on
Wednesday evening, November 20, is
said to be very daring and original.
and to boldly and systematically
thrash out the problem OF a woman.
ambitious. wilful and discOntented.
though not bad at heart. who. in her
selfish desire for personal happiness,
sacrifices her home and friends and in
her vain pursuit Of the UnattainabIe.
ultimately finds happiness only in
death. Miss Walsh II said to give
powerful and magnificent portrayal Of
the role Of the erraric and emotional
heroine, Lea Lester
Prices 25c. JGc. 80. $40 and $50
Seats on sale Monday morning.
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Rafting Il IL, Value
Dress Department:

36-inch Batiste, 10c per yard
White Victoria Lawn, 75c per piece
India Linens, Persian Lawns and Organizes way
down
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Under clOfhinQ

grand assortment. We have fine assortment
of Corset Covers, nicely finished and all sizes at
45c Night Gowns and Chemises-A1 value
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

cidents In the English-Boer war While
it is not distinctly war play, there is
enough excitement in it to make one think
of the foundation of the play The scenic
portion of this production is said to be
ably handled. The fourth act reveals for
the first time on any stage the celebrated
Kimberley diamond mines. Wonderful me-
chanical effects are used In this act, and
an explosion is about the limit of stage
realism. The first act shows the exterior
of a house in South Africa, General
Marques home, while the second act
shows the interior of same. which has
been converted into hospital. The third
act takes place at an outpost house and
telegraph station, and the fifth act shows
the exterior of General Marques house
with men enlisting for the Boer war.
The story of the play centres around an
English girl, Kate Livingston, the niece
and ward of the famous Boer soldier,
General Marque. She is in love with Col
onel Winston. of the English forces, and
Queens Cavalry, but is prosecuted by he
love of Colonel Marque. son of the Boer
general Love wins after a series of
thrilling episodes, during which the viii
lain blows up the Kimberley mines. Like
all lovers in the plays of today Miss Liv-
ingston and her military lover come out
unscratched, much TO the satisfaction of
theaudience. Matinees Tuesday, Thurs
day. and Saturday.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

The managers of local places of amuse-
ment had little to complain of in the way
of patronage during the past week, for in
almost every instance the theatres held
audiences that completely taxed their
seating capacity, while in several cases,
notably at the Columbia and Chase's,
standing room was frequently at a pre-
MUM. Quo Vadis." with good cast and
a scenic equipment of an elaborate char
acter, repeated its success of a year ago
at the Columbia Theatre, while Foxy
CUTLER" as given by the Klaw & Erlanger
Opera Company for the second time in
Washington within few months, attract
ed audiences to the National Theatre that
were good-siZed, although they did not
completely fill the house at any time. The
decrease in the price of seats inaugurated
by Manager Walter Clarke Bellows when
he assumed control of the Lafayette
Square Stock Company, is having good re-
suits. and last week. with "A Social High
waylnan" as the bill Mr. Ormonde Miss
Hasvell. Mr.. Sullivan. and their associate
players were greeted by series of crowd
ed houses. Chase's. with Jessie Bartlett
Davis the chief attraction had one of
the best weeks of the year while the
Academy of Music. with a romantic melo-
drama entitled Near the Throne" was
accredited only fair patronage The
Oriental Burlesquers'' attracted large
numbers to the Biiou. and kernan's, with
1.-THE Gay Masqueraders' as the magnet,
drew large audiences.
The present week offers a unique sit
uation in that Stuart Robson and his for
mer partner. W. II. Crane. will oppose
each other for the first time since they 1
separated a number OF years ago. Mr..
Robson will present "Oliver Goldsmith - /
which has been seen in Washington on a I
previous occasion and more than de
lighted its audiences while Mr.. Crane
will put forward a dTanatiZation of that
widely read book David HaruIn, in
which he has made one of the really large
successes OF the present season. AT The
Lafayette Square the bill will be Jim the |
PenInan while a Blaney melodr1ma (
known as THE African King" Will be 4
seen at the Academy of Music. Manager !
Chase's programme includes the names CT
some prominent vaudeville performers and /
there is little doubt but that his audiences
will find much TO entertain them. THE |
Night Owls" will be at the Bijou and
Robes ''Knickerbockers' VIII be at ker-
mans
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

To the curious treat is in store at the
Academy tonight, when Mr. Joseph J.
Carpenter, the spirit medium, who has
been startling the world will give one OF
the seances that have made him famous
throughout the English speaking world,
not in darkness, but in open light.
The London Spiritualist" says the
forms which are nightly seen and recog-
nized by the audience would seem to be
proof conclusive that they are genuine
spiritual manifestations. Such eminent
scientists as Prof Crookes, Sargent, Cox,
Tyndall, Huxley, and others have pro
claimed these idealisms to be fact DR.
Carpenters open seance was presented
by him before the leading scientific So
cieties of England. Austria. Germany,
and France, and was submitted to the
most crucial test conditions. table
rises and floats in the air, flowers are
brought to the audience by invisible
hands, slate writing, and questions written
and retained by the interrOgators will re-
ceiye full and intelligent answers.
small admission will be charged.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

Augustus Thomas was asked to utilize
the latter part of Goldsmiths life as the
basis for a play more than a couple Of
years ago, although Mr. Robson has held
for more than ten years that this idea
would be good one. That his judgment
in this respect was sound there can be no
doubt.
In making the play Author Thomas
took the most important historical events
in the life Of the famous poet, who had
the distinction Of giving to English lit
erature the best poem. the best story aad
the best comedy of his day, as are evil
deneed in The Traveller" THE Vicar
of Wakefield" and she Stops to Con-
Quer." In facS all OF the historical char
acters who surrounded Goldsmith. and
by their loyalty and support succeeded
in overthrowing the designs OF his I'M
scrupulous enemies, who sought TO de-
stroy the ambitions of that master -miG1.
are shown In the action Of the comedy
Mr.. Robson, 1T IS said has spared no
expense In making the production OF Mr.
Thomas latest work a realistic one. rs
regards scenery and the costumes OF the
period in which the play has been writ
ten. Add TO this the fact that he has call
ed TO his support one of the most no able
companies Of players that have yet sur
rounded him, and IL is little wonder that
his efforts have been rewarded so sub
stantially. The cast of "0iiver Gold
smith calls for twenty-five speaking
parts. The more important of these will
be in the hands OF john e. Henshaw,
Stephen Grattan. Henry A Weaver. sr.,
Beaumont Smith. Clifford Leigh, Ogden
Stevens, Jeffreys Lewis, Ellen Mortimer,
Maud White. and May Ten Brock.
The sale of seats for this event is re-
ported as unusually large. and Mr. Rob-
sons engagement bids fair to prove a no
table one.
On Thursday afternoon and Saturday
evening, Mr.. Robson VIII revive "She
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10
Ternan's % niclerbocker Burles-
guers.r

The cheap prices at Kernans appear TO
draw larger crowds, and as the standard
of the attractions remains the same, both
the management and the patrons are per-
fectly satisfied. Manager Herman offers
every facility for the reservation of seats,
which are sold far in advance OF every per-
formance, and in spite of the crowds,
everybody is enabled TO get comfortably
seated.
Robe's Knickerbocker Burlesquers,
which will open tomorrow afternoon,
promises one of those spicy entertain
ments which the patrons of Kernan's rel
ish. MIR. ROBBIE has had much experience
in the field Of burlesque and never fails
to present a show that comes up TO ex-
pectations He introduces The Knicker-
bockers in Social Session including. be-
sides a multiplicity of diversions and SEN
sations, the terpsichorean success. THE
Chicago Two Step" which. for spiciness,
has never been surpassed according to
the press agent The olio includes the
three Wright sisters, sensational dancers;
Rice. Cady and Lille Vedder. comedy trio;
Brothers La Moyne, bar artists, assisted
by Spike the dog that punches the
bag; Carleton and Terre operate come
dians, ant Bert Leslie, in his original act,
assisted Sophie Leslie. A satire on the
Exposition, entitled Hell in Paris" serves
as the concluding burlesque. and intro
duces number of sensational scenes and
enjoyable situations. which are distinct
lively Partisan and could occur nowhere
else. The patrons of kernaI's will be af-
forded every facility for hearing the re-
turns of the Jeffries- Rubin fight on Fri
day evening
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10
The Bijou-"Nigbt owl Burre.quers.v

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The attraction at the Bijou this week
will be Fred Riders New Night Owls
Burlesquers." This attraction is one Of
the oldest on the road and has the repu-
tation Of being one OF the best. This sea-
son it is said to be larger and better than
ever, being composed of some of the best
American and European talent Two new
burlesques will be produced and the stu
ations in both are said to be decidedly
funny, while the comedy is taken care of
by two well known comedians. The chorus
is composed of twenty well trained voices
and the scenery and electrical effects are
all new and up to date. Everything that
money could do to make an attraction
perfect has been done with the Might
Owls" and Manager Rider feels conf
dent that he has just what the public
wants.
The olio comprises the following high
class acts: The Original Newsboys' Quin-
tette. which is, according to the mana ge-
melt the only act of its kind now before
the public; Four Silvinis, lady and gen
tlemen acrobats, and equilibrists Nc
Gale and Carew, in comedy sketch, en-
titled, AN Irish Lord" Healy and Far
mum, dancing duo, and Mitchell and Love,
talking and singing comedians. This is
the first appearance of the Might Owls"
in Washington for three years and their
ad"ent at the Bijou tomorrow afternoon
will undoubtedly attract a gathering of
unusual size
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10
The National - Crane in david
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10 people who love TO delve into occult
and mysterious things it seems as e there
would be some fascination in studying the
public's feelings regarding things theatri-
cal For instance: play is announced
Tor production and Immediately people
take it for granted that it is n success and
will be well worth seeing. There is some
thing in the air about the play; il is
great go. and that is all there is to It,
Other plays come along, doomed, ban
nered, and ballooned with praise but that
something in the air-call ii mental telep-
athy whizzed from other cities if you will
is missing and the public in attending
is decidedly shy. Doesn't the public make
mistakes in this forensic knowledge of
things dramatic? Neveri The good play
is always well patronized, and no amount
OF advertising will land the poor one in
the false position craved for ii by its
manager.
All of this is apropos of the coming of
William H. Crane, now under the manage
ment of Charles Frohman in the dramati-
Zation of WestCott's phenomenally sue
cessful novel David Harum.' The COM
edian and the play will be seen at the
National Theatre tomorrow night and
there is not a theatregoer in the city. or
a man or woman who has read the book
who will not want to see them. Ever
since Mr.. Crane tried the play a little
over year ago it has met with a vast
amount of favor. Readers of the book
have been enthusiastic over it and even
people to whom the ShTewd old country
man so graphically pictured in it was an
unheard of quantity have applauded it
with great gusto.
Nothing that Mr.. Crane has ever done
has pleased his admirers mere than mis-
portrayal of the banker horse-trader of
bonneville n. Y. He is Harum to the
life, and ii is not stretching truth to say
that in point of experience, temperament,
and artistic ability he of all men in the
theatrical profession is best qualified TO
impersonate WestcOtt's hero. For six
teen weeks the play was given in New
York, and its receipts broke all records
previously made at the Garrick Theatre
a fact which means much when it is re-
membered that two such plays as ''Zaza"
ard Sherlock Holmes preceded it at
that house.
special matinee performance Of
David Harum'' will be given on Liucoln's
birthday.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10
The Lara,ette-.Jim the penmnn "

Jim the Penman." which will be pro-
duced by the Lafayette Stock Company
during the coming week, has not been
seen in Washington for number of sea
SONS past. so it may not be amiss to refer
to the plot Of the story
II is u society meiodrama somewhat of
the Social Highwavman'' type and was
written by Sir Charles Young more than a
decade ago. It is one of the earliest OF
this class of plays, and in spite of It's
many limitations it remains among the
best.
The story is laid in London. The prin-
cipal character, James Ralston, is the
pennan," a criminal of remarkable type.
who carries out long series of forgeries
while maintaining a high social position
and q reputation for unimpeachable bust
ness integrity. He uses his facility in PEN
maDship in more ways than one and Sc
cures trusting and devoted wife by
means of forged letter which cuts out
his most formidable rival. When
the story opens, Ralston is at the
height OF his career He has made
up his mind that one more lucky
stroke in the criminal line will enable MIN
to retire from that branch Of the bust
ness and live life of real instead OF pre-
tended honesty. At this critical juncture
Captain Redwood appears on the scene.
He is detective of as rare ability as is
Ralston in his own line, and he secures
the exposure of the penman Just his
last great stroke OF business was about
TO be eliminated
The cast for the play will include the
full strength Of the company. Mr. Or
monde will play the penman. John T.
Sullivan, on the other hand. will for once
in his Washington career have a chance
TO delineate stage rectitude and virtue,
for he will play Redwood, the detective.
Mr.. Rogers will portray Baron fairfield,
an able second TO Ralston in the criminal
line. MIR. Murphy is cast for Lord Drelin-
court, and Fred Sullivan for Jack Ralston,
the son OF the forger. Miss Haswell will
have a good part in Nina Ralston.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10
The CoIuu.bia-stunrt Robson.

Stuart Robson's production of "oliver
Goldsmith" which will be presented at
the Columbia tomorrow evening, is we'll
remembered for the success it scored in
this city last season. 1t is safe to say
that Mr.. Robson has never had a better
vehicle for his talents.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

played TO in this city by musical com
pany. The scenery. costumes, and prop
critics are said toshe all fresh and bright
The prices will b as lsusal
The Acndems-Thomns F. shea.
The Academy ATTRACTION for next week
will be the annual engagement of Mr.
Thomas E. Shea. This year Mr.. Shea has
added to his repertoire new Russian
melodrama, The Voice of Nature" which
has been so well received that he has de-
cided to give five Performances of it here.
On Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
nights and Tuesday and Thursday matt
nees The Voice of Nature" will be the
bill; on Tuesday and Friday nights DIR.
Jekyll and Mr.. HYDE will be presented.
and on Saturday afternoon and night his
ever-popular "Man-o- Wars Man" will be
the Offering. special matinee will be
given on Washington's birthday. The reg
ular Academy prices will prevail and the
seat sale Will open Monday
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10
NEXT WEEKS ATTRACTIONS
The SBtiOnai-John Hare,

1t is always pleasure to announce the
coming of the distinguished English actor,
John Hare, as not only is he a character
actor of the first rank, but he usually sur
rounds himself with an excellent company
and puts his plays on the stage with taste
and liberality. He will present at the
National next week his most recent sue
cess, The Gay Lord Quex." and also his
hrst success in this country, "A Pair of
Spectacles." OF the latter there will be
only one representation at the holiday
matinee On Friday Washington's birthday
THE Gay Lord Quex" is the work of Ar
thur Irving Pinero and has everywhere
been recognized as his most brilliant and
fascinating effort. II ran for nearly two
years in London and at the beginning of
this season Tor eleven weeks in New York
Mr.. Hare has made one of his most pro-
nounced successes in the title role and
the play has made famous young actress,
Miss Irena Van Brugh.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10
The coIumbIa-"A Runaway Grip

Next week, at the Columbia. will be
seen the Augustin DAILY Musical Company
in the big London and New York success,
"A Runaway Girl" The company com
prises some sixty members. and is head
ed by that clever and eccentric come
dian, Arthur Dunn, in the part CT
"Flirper, heretofore played by James
T. Powers.
This charming musical gem has the
rare distinction Of having enjoyed con-
tinuous run of 600 nights at the Gaiety
Theatre. London. and a long and prosper
GUS career OF 900 nights at Days Thea
tire, New York city. 1t was presented
here last season at the Columbia, and
turned people away at every perform
ance, playing TO the largest receipts ever
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

Stops to Conquer" appearing in his
famous representation of Tony Lumpkin.
The Robson Tony is one of the most ex-
cruciatingly funny characters the stage
OF this country has ever seen.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10
Cbase's-PoIite Vaudeville.


This weeks bill at Chases is one of the
most happily arranged OF any yet pre-
scented by Manager Chase. and should
draw succession Of large and we'll
pleased audiences. The headliners an
nounced are lie Roy and Clayton, the farce
comedians, and Lillian Burkhart the ar
tistic coincidence who has contributed to
Washington vaudeville goers some of their
most delightful moments of enjoyment.
The appearance of Walter lie Roy and
Florence Clayton at Chases earlier in the
season was marked by hit that was most
pronounced. Audiences laughed immoder-
ately at the conyulsing vagaries and whole
some wit Of Hogan of the Hanson" This
time the clever duo will present their
latest comedy creation. an Irish classic
bit entitled "McGowan's Visit" which IL
is hardly necessary to say is another rec
ord breaker in the realm of mirth, accord
ing u the claims Of the press agent, else
1t would have no place in the repertoire
of its presenting players.
Miss Burkhart will present Grant Stew
arts fairy idyl, The Lady of the Rowan
Tree" The production is said to be both
picturesque and fascinating Miss Burk-
hart is highly esteemed in Washington
where the wealth and beauty OF her gowns
have won her added fame. in vaudeville
circles. Another warm favorite with the
local pl2ygosrs is Charlie Case, funny
mcnclogist the fellow who talks about
his father" With new stories and sayings
he viii be found the same pleasing laugh
provoker as OF old. One of the prettiest
acts in vaudeville is promised in the lyric
fantasia presented by the Hawaiian Queens
aud entitled the Queens Fan" These
young women. Oriska WorGen, Adele Arch
er, and Vira Rial have the endowed merits
OF excellent voices. charming figures, grace.
and dalntiness. Prelle's marvellous talking
dogs are an exceptional feature of the
programme, the act having been head
lined on many occasions. The Musical
Johnstons. styled the masters of the
Xylophone," will be heard In a number of
Intricate and artistic rendiiions on these
popular musical instruments. Lew Wells.
the musical comedian and imitator, and
Edestils, the high pyramid equilbrst,
round out a bill that is in many ways one
Of the most promising yet announced at
the Chase playhouse. The box office re-
ports a heavy advance sale of seats, the
merit of the attraction having already as
serted itself
The Academy-''An African King"
AN African King" will be the attrac-
ton at the Academy this week. 1t Is
Charles e. Blaney's latest melodrama,
and is said to eclipse all OF his previous
efforts. Mr.. BIaney will be remembered
as the author of "a Female Drummer"
Across the Pacific" and othor similar
plays.
The locale of IAN African King is
South Africa. and the play deals with in
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

William \. Brady who has produced
almost every sort of theatrical enter
tainmept imaginable announces that he
will soon show to New Workers an elabo-
rate production of Uncle Toms Cabin, 3"
for which he WAS engaged Wilton Lackaye,
the Washingtonidn, for the part of Tom
After the flood of dramatizations of books
and the revivals of old plays the native
stage has seen during the past two sea-
sons n big production of Uncle Tom was
inevitable, and by getting into the field
first there is little doubt but that Mana
ger Brady Will reap the benefit OF what
will undoubtedly appeal to New Workers.
as a real theatrical novelty.
Actors have been in the habit OF ridicul'
ing Uncle Toms Cabin" from time i'm
memorial almost, and to be connected
with Tom show" as the organizations
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

Bert Leslie, who will be seen with the
knickerbocker Burlesque Company at
Kernan's this week, will be starred next
season by Manager Louis ROBBIE in a farce
comedy entitled "A Crazy Guy" Mr..
Leslie is a decidedly clever comedian who
has had a vast amount of experience,
most of which was with the Hoyt COM
panies during the vogue of the deceased
playwright's productions. Since his I'D
vent into the burlesque and vaudeville
field Mr. Leslie has assumed a position
of prominence attained by few of his con-
temporaries.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-10

The patrons of the Academy of Music
will be offered some excellent attractions
in the near future. Manager Janette' $
bookings include, in the order given: An
African King" which will be presented
this week; Thomas f. Shea, in a new
play. The Voice of Nature" and several
Of his former successes; Rose Melville, in
isis Hopkins" "On the Suanee River, !"
a good comedy drama under the manage
ment of L. d. Stair, the lessee and man
ager of The Academy; "A Young Wife. -
which enjoyed a prosperous career at the
Fourteenth Street Theatre. New York City,
last season; Mans Enemy" a thrilling
melodrama and the great and only Terry
McGovern. Of the prize-ring renown. in a
sensational play called THE Bowery After
Dark"