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The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
"Fabio RomanlY nt the nIiou.

Coming to the Bijou theatre for three nights and q matinee is an at traction which warrants more than passing mention. The title is not new. but the play itself is one which will never brow old. It tells one of those enduring stories which Increase inter- est with repetition and is so far su- perior in intrinsic worth to many of the dramatic offerings that it shines as bright spot in the theatrical firm ament
 Pablo Romani" the romantic mel odrama taken from Marie Corellrs fla nous novel, Is the play. and there IS mo question but that it is one of thA most absorbing of the melodramas of the day. It has been seen throughout the country before but it is claimed that 1t has never been sent on the road with such magnificent mounting. nor with company of such uniform excellence as the one which comes here.
 For this seasons production it is said the play has been revised and iln elaborate scenic investiture has been provided. It is the aim to make the revival one of the big features of the year and the claim is made that neith- CT money nor time have been spared to this end. The company especially se ASNNNN ACt AShSSS LII the characters tO be impersonated, is one of the strong est ever sent out Af New York and unusual care has been taken to see that the costuming is accurate and in full harmony with the times
 From the standpoint of scenery and accessories Pablo Romani' will he spectacular to a degree never before attempted at the Bijou Theatre. All the new. equipment used in the metro- politan production is carried. This includes some masterpieces in scenic art Conspicuous among them are the following: View of the Bay of Ma ples,' Tavern of Pietro." "Mausoleum Of the Romaui. Moonlight View of the Sepulchral Vault" Palace of the Romani on the Vineclad Slopes of Ve- suvius' studio of Guido" Statue of Phryne," Naples and Its Picturesque Bay"
 There is no more thrilling or won derful effect than the eruption of Mt. NesuYius This is master stroke of stagecraft. At the climax of the in- tensely dramatic scene where Pablo rnnsigns his wife to the tomb. Vesu- vius in it's Satanic grandeur. bursts forth in flame and spouts molten lava down it's mountain sides, envelopfny everything. The effects of a trsmen- dous earthquake are shown and as the flames from the volcano redden the heavens, they cast a wierd glow over the Bay of Naples, which lights up in panoramic splendor
 The entire effect is carried out through the use of scenic curtains, pat ent electrical apDlianNes. calcium light
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
The ExcIunIon of Metcalfe.

The following letter written by Dan iel Froham, president of the New York Theatre Managers Association. published in The New York Times of January 20th. fairly states tho attitude l of this body toward James A. Met toalfe, editor of Life, in excluding him from the theatres 1t controls: 'To the Editor of The New York Times:
 There seems to be some misappre- hension and great deal of error about the attitude taken by the Managers Association toward a certain represen- tative of a weekly paper who has been denied entre to theatres represented by this body. The resolution was offered, and it's language plainiy expressed the fact. that this party should be denied admission to theatres because of his scurilous and uncalled-for racial att Jacks carried on for number of years by him in his paper. The resolution had no reference to any individual members of this organization, nor did 1t contain any allusion to anything he may have said as the dramatic critic of his paper: in fact, from the date of It's organization until the present mo- tnent the Theatre Managers Associa- ton has never at any directors or members meeting mentioned or dis cussed and dramatic critic or criticism At the very inception of this organiza- ton 1t was decided that it was not part of it's province or object to ever discuss or take up the question of dra- matic criticism, but when this body was convinced that this man was us- ing the theatres as a cloak to make attacks upon the faith of those who comprise q liberal percentage of thea tregoers, 1t felt 1t was justified in taking such action in the promises The embargo was not even extended to the paper gut was a personal one to the man who had mallnged a reputa- ble body of our ellow-cltizens. We deem it due to ourselves and the press of New York City and the country that our attitude in this matter be made clear.
 T trust you may appreciate the spirit of this letter.
 Daniel Froham,
 President"
 New York, Jan. 19, 1905.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

much 1t would cost them to make the production They said they wanted to put it on as nearly like the original as possible, if 1t would not cost too much. As the original production of Babes in Toyland" cost $75,000, and the royalties that go to the composer are no small sum, 1t is not likely that the terms MT. Mitchell offered win be accepted.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
neWS cf Ne Staae

Besides being the best laughing show MT. Dockstader has not sighted the vocal contingent of the performance, and has selected ten of the best solo vocalists that money could secure and in addition has 8 splendid chorus of voices capable of grand opera work. Miss Edwardes in "Vinsome Winnie. ' Sam s. Shuberts New York Casino production of ''Winsome Winnie" with Paula Edwardes in her original char acter of Winnie will be the attraction at the Montgomery Theatre Wednes- day night.
 Few stars have jumped so immedi- ately into public favor, few have se- cured such splendid endorsement in so short time and still fewer. have such glowing prospects as Paula Edwardes who now ranks among the foremost of Americas musical stars.
 When Miss Edwardes appears here she will be surrounded by a company of fifty people with all the original scenery. costumes and effects that made even well-seasoned New York ltheatre-goers gasp with admiration during its run of many weeks at the New York Casino last season.
 "Winsome Winnie" Is the joint work ot Jakobowski and Paulton, the au- thorst of "Ermine'' with added musical numbers and lyrics by Gustav Kerker and Fred Rankin. The story intro- duces Lord Poverish, an impecunious nobleman who takes a party of paying guests upon Mediterranean cruise
 At small coast city they drop anchor | to take on board an American heiress
 Marjorie Bell, who is the ward of Lord
 PoVerish, and whom Lady Arabella, his
 sister, wishes to marry off to her son
 Desmond. The heiress spurns the idea
 of being disposed of in this manner
 and meeting an American soubrette
 who is stranded in Turkey and Is work,
 ing her way home offers to change
 places with her temporarily, to fint
 out whether Desmond loves her fol
 herself or her fortune.
 l "Winsome Winnie" Walker. the sou
 brette played by Paula Edwardes, ac
 cepts the role of heiress and this oc.
 casions a succession of complication.
 and leads to numerous adventures tha
 carries the piece along merrily. The thirty odd musical numbers art
 said to be very bright, lively and tune
 ful, while the entire production i.
 promised to be on a scale of complete
 ness and magnificence seldom seen out
 side of New oYrk city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

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The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

Paul West the author of the book of Klaw & Erlanger's next big spec tacle, The Pearl and the Pumpkin may justly lay claim to a degree of versatility that few possess. lie has written a successful book, any mum Der of successful and popular songs, both words and music, frustrated for many of the leading periodicals, man. aged theatrical attractions and worked in every branch of the newspaper business. John W. Bratton, the au- thor of more popular musical compo- sitions than any living American, has given "The Pearl and the Pumpkin an elaborate musical setting, and w. W. Denslow. the creator of The Wiz ard of oz." is designing the scenic and costume part of the production.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

Forbes Robertson, who recently opened his second American tour under the direction of Klaw & Erlanger in Toronto, has made q great success of the role of Gerald Wagoneur. M. P.," in Henry V. Esmond's new play. Love and The Man" Tn both Toronto and Montreal the critics praised Mir. Rob- ertson's acting and play and highly
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
Plays and Players.

Miss Allene Crater. who plays the Lady Lunatic in The Wizard of Oz," has q penchant for palmistry and de- votes her leisure moments behind the scenes to reading the hands of her fair confreres. The secrets obtained by Miss Crater from her investigation of the petite hands of the pretty Wiz ard of o. girls furnish plenty of good-natured fun and gossip.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

commended his supporting company. which includes Ian Robertson, Leon Quartermain. Frank Gilmore, Ernest Cosham. Eric Maturin. Kate Rorke. Madge Mcintosh. H. M Frazer and Dora Harker.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

Theatre and beginning road tour. Af- ter a run in Philadelphia this original comedy opera will be seen in the prin- cipal cities throughout the country.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
Patriotism of Miss Edwardes.

Paula Edwardes, the star of Win some Winnie" Is an American to ner backbone. and never permits anyone to forget that, fact. When she was ap- preached with an offer to star under the management of Sam S. Shubert, she made but one stimulation. Her role should be an American girl. Salary, support. scenic investiture-everythin in fact. was secondary to the nation ality of the character she was to por- tray.
 For a time 1t looked as if this stip- ulation might stand between ner and starring tour. for 'Winsome Win nie," the piece which the management had selected. was built around an Eng fish colonist. an Australian girl, who finds herself suddenly among the ti- tied relatives and friends of her Eng fish guardian. The piece was prom ising but the star was determined. With the success of "Erminie" by the same authors. Jakobowski and Paulton brought freshly to mind by its elaborate revival at the hands of Francis Wilson. it seemed almost ah- surd to suggest that "Winsome Win pie" should be rewritten. but the managers had the piece and the star a compromise was essential, so the au- thor and composer consented to It's at IHO OI NuS- tav Kerker and Fred Ranken. The Australian girl became an American, Americanisms galore were introduced, and the white dove of peace lowered once more over the joint authors, the management and the star.
 In an interview Miss Edwardes said:
 T am very fond of England. but I want to take a little bit of America and Americanism with me when I go over. As a cure for homesickness, as buoy to keep you afloat in a strange land, there Is nothing like a bit of your own country tagged onto the role. Pessimists say there is no such thing now as a real American-we are just a hodge-podge of various foreign nationaltties. Don't you believe 1t There are lots of us good Americans left and right on the stage too. There is a growing demand among American players for AmSrican plays and we are going to havo them some day, if we stand nat on the nroDOSition"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

The members of Henry w. Savage s .'s,,Itan of sulu" company had a little performance of their own after the reg uIar show at the Columbia Theatre, San Francisco. recently. It was in the nature of a burlesque of the real per formance, and vaudeville show was also one of the features. The various members of the troupe in this latter part went as far from their usual act as possible and the result was a sur prise in many ways. Friends of the performers acted as an audience and testified their appreciation of the dif- ferent numbers. supper followed the performance.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
RIBBONS.

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 LOT 1-Satin Taffeta and Velvet Ribbon that we formerly sold as high as 20c, for .10c LOT 2-Silk and Velvet Ribbons that we formerly sold as high as 29c, for. .... 15c LOT 3-Satin Liberty and Satin back Velvet Ribbons that we formerly sold as high as 4Oc, for ................ ..19c
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

That radical departure from the con- ventional paths of comic opera. Wood land" is now In the last week of it's long run in New York city If crowded houses and expressions of approval, both from press and public, be any in- dication of merit, then this forest fam tasy Of Pixley and Luders could con tinue on Broadway for the remainder of the season. Bookings which were made early in the season neeessltate
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

CHIFFONS AND YOURSELVES. 50-inch Mousselines, former price 75c, now 50c 45inch Chiffons, former price 75c, now. .50c
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

Julian Mitchell recently received letter from an amateur dramatic so- ciety in a small town in Pennsylvania wanting to know if they could have the right to produce Babes in Toy land" in their town for three perform ances-two evenings and one after noon. In the letter they told how fond they were of Victor Herbert's music. and they wanted to know how much royalty would have to be paid, and how
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

331s ess esa, DISCOUNT SALE 331s s:s ess. CLOSING OUT SALE

of W. We  wle literally responded appeal good this February We promise  shall positively be closed before the last regardless their market goods
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29

effects and magnetism combustion. There are other situations and ex- citing climaxes nearly If not quite as thrilling. The scene In, the Romani mausoleum. where Fabio is consigned alive to the tomb. Is one of intense in- terest. The vicious duel with knives Is one of the most real stage fights of the day and tension Is keyed up to the fever pitch throughout.
 These are only few of the features of Pablo Romani" in its new edition and as 1t will be seen here. but they will serve to give some insight into what may be expected.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
James J. JefTrIes Coming.

| Frank Mayo's sterling frontier drama, "Davy Crockett" in which Champion James J. Jeffries and his own company will appear at the Mont gomery Theatre Thursday night, is replete with whole-souled interest which never lags, The backwoodsman is lovable character, strong, simple and surcharged with an admirable man. Illness that makes him irresistibly pop | ular.
 Jeffries plays the title role in the production. In weaving the story around this character of the backwoods Mayo selected a string of interesting incidents ranging from the deepest hu- nor to soul stirring climaxes, inter- spersing it throughout with characters that have made the drama a by-word | in every household.
 After the performance Jeffries will l give a physical culture demonstration with his sparring partner, Tank Ken ny, which will be an illustration of scientific boxing in three rounds Return of ''The Marriage of Kitty When 1t is said that The Marriage of Kitty" which was presented at the Montgomery Theatre several weeks | ago, Is the best remembered and most wholesome play offered to a refined mentality during the current season. a great deal IS said, but, there are play goers who will aver when the season Is done that "The Marriage of Kitty" was the brightest. daintiest and cley- crest comedy presented.
 There was not a false or discordant note in the entire evenings perform ance. The ease, precision and refined hnmor of Jules Murrys company with Max Figman leading them through the mazes of this intricate and at all times amusing comedy, were pleasing to the eye and mind taded with a sur felt of garish display.
 The building of this play is clear cut, logical, symmetrical It's language Is pointed, piquant and sparkling. It's presentation here was excellent throughout, so good indeed. that Hir- Scher Bros. are giving patrons of the Montgomery Theatre another opportu- nity to enjoy the vagaries, whimsical ities and witticisms of The Marriage of Kitty" as set forth by Cosmo Cor don Lennox, who builded better than he knew when he constructed this play for the exploitation of Marie Tempest his better half.
 Figman and Marion ManoIa in The Marriage of Kitty" come to the Mont Gomery Theatre Friday night.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
Arnold Company to Return.

Manager Neal of the Bijou Theatre announces that he has secured a re- turn engagement with the Arnold Stock Company. that popular organisa- tion playing his house Thursday. Fri day, Saturday and Saturday matinee of this week.
 The Arnold Clock Company opened in Montgomery last Monday night and entertained big audiences throughout the week. The company has an cxcel- lent stan of players and an excellent repertoire of plays. A number of clever vaudeville people also contrib ute to the success of their entertain ments.
 The work of the company in Mont gomery last week speaks for itself and the names of the players are familiar to patrons of the Bibb Street family theatre.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
SILK NECK RUFFs.

Your experience with this last cold spell has certainly taught you that you need neck piece with that collarless wrap of yours. We are closing out our line of Silk Neck Ruffs at 50 per cent. discount.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-01-29
DRAPERIES.

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Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1905-07-01
New CASTLE County, IS.


TO THE SHERIFF OF New CASTLE COUNTY,
GREETING:
Whereas, John II. Horsey
by his Petition to the Judges
Of our Superior Court, filed
in the office of the Prothon-
otary Of sad Court in and for
New Castle County, for the cause
[Seall OF complaint therein alleged, has
made application to our said
Judges that decree may be
pronounced dissolying the mar
riage existing between the Petit
toner and Anna Horsey.
We, therefore, command you, as you
we're heretofore commanded, that you
summon Anna Horsey, that she be and
appear before the Judges of our said Court
at the next term thereof to be held at
Wilmington, on Monday, the Eighteenth
day of September next to answer the
allegations OF the said petitioner. John II.
Horsey, according to the Act of Assembly
in snch case made and provided, and also
10 do and receive what the Court shall
then and there consider concerning her
in this behalf as to the Court shall seem
meet and consistent with the provisions
OF the said Act of Assembly.
And haze you then there this writ
Witness the Honorable Chas. b. Lore,
at Wilmington, the Twenty-second day
OF May A. d. nineteen hundred and five.
FRANK L. SPEAKMAN,
Issued June 10Th. 1905. Prothonotary.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1905-07-01
THAT WILMINGTON FIASCO

The much bruited contest for
the seat in City Council from the
First Ward received its finishing
blow on Tuesday. The Demo
Gratis had tried in every way to
get the Republicans to agree to a
case stated, so as to bring the
matter before the court. Secure
in their belief that there was
only one side to the case, the
Republicans refused to surrender
any part Of their position AS a
consequence, the Democrats were
compelled to have one of their
own men arrested. He was one
Of the Election Officers Of the
First Ward, and had SO little faith
in the contest that he refused to
obey the summons Of Council to
appear and testify. On his ar
rest for contempt, his attorney,
Andrew @. Gray applied for a
writ of Habeas corpus, thus
bringing the matter before the
Superior Court. The Judges
were unanimously of the opinion
that as Council had no authority
to go into the question Of the
election and qualification Of the
succeeding Council, the arrest
was illegal and ordered the dis
charge Of the election officer.
The Democrats in Council, fol
lowing the advice of the City
Solicitor, dropped the case and
permitted Mr.. Willis to with
draw his papers. Thus endeth
another ''pipe-dream."
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1905-07-01
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS
OF
st. Georges Hundred +!

The taxable residents of St. Georges
Hundred, and all persons liable to pay
tax in said Hundred, are hereby notified
that the Taxes for the year 1905 are now
due, and the undersigned Tax Collector
for said Hundred, will be
AT LLoYD's HOTEL, IN ODESSA,
WEDNESDAYS, JULY II and 26, 1905,
From 10 A. NJ, to P. M.
AT sTIDHAM's HOTEL, IN PORT PENN,
FRIDAYS, JULY IA and 2S, 1905,
From 10 A. NJ, to P. NJ,
and at the County Tax Collectors Office,
South Broad street, Middletown, Del, on
all other days during July, except above
dates, from A. NJ, to 4 P. NJ.
Tax bills can be obtained by making
personal application to the Collector, or
by sending written communication en-
closing stamps.
EXTRACT FROM THE LAWS OF DELAWARE,
GOVERNING THE COLLECTION OF TAXES OF
NEW CASTLE COUNTY:
SECTION So. That on all taxes paid be-
fore the first day Of August there shall be
an abatement of per centnm. On all
taxes paid before the first day of Decem-
Der there shall be an abatement of three
per centum. On all taxes paid after the
first day of December five per centum
thereof shall be added thereto.
WALTER BEASTON,
Collector OF Taxes for st. Georges Hun
dred.
Middletown transcript. [volume] (Middletown, Del.) 1868-current, 1905-07-01
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