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The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1911-08-25
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The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1911-08-25

stranger-Haye you a good hair
tonic you can recommend?
Druggist prohibition town)-Here
Is something that is spoken Of very
favorabIy by people who have drank
Post.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1911-08-25

"Any old legends connected with
this placer.
"Yes, there's a legend that the ho-
tel used to be good once upon time.
That's what brought me here'"-Kan-
sas City Journal.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1911-08-25

WASHINGTON Ang 25-Every4l
thing is easy for Uncle Sam, and
nowhere u this demonstrated moro.
foralbly thar In the Panama Canal
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1911-08-25

"Igdpn'tswant To- wait until 1911 70 DIS
married.
WELL won't your sweetheart ad-
vance the wedding day9
Eyes, but her father won't advance
any money for expenses. Courier
Journal.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1911-08-25

The boat.rockng fool we would so for
He's menace to many lives;
But he isn't much worse than the
chauffeur
Who gaRKS allsaround as he drives.
s Boston Transcript.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1911-08-25
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Northsrn resorts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
sHer Son" at the Bijou

.Dr. Jekyl and MT. Hyde,' the dram atization of the weird and strongly at tractiye story from the pen of Robert Louis Stevenson, has been one of the most talked of productions of modern times. The psychological study present. ed In the dual character of the man, the tremendous contrast in the two charac- ters that lived and manifested in the one individual and being, the strange, !n- describable, uncanny interest the charac- ter created-these features and aspects entered into and helped to make the play of the man and the demon thrill ing one.
 This week at the Bijou theatre will he seen play in which, a female Jekyl and Hyde is presented. Her Son. .s the title, and the central figure in the story is a mother mother whose in- tense devotion to son leads her to fol- low life of crime as spectacular and surprising as 1t was surrepitious.
 Mrs. Osborne, the mother. has been left q widow with an infant son. Her hus- band had been worthless drunkard. He left her amidst sordid surroundings and associatio Yet the mother love and instinct in the woman, in one view of the case, rose above these handicaps. She would save her boy and give him the advantage in life she felt he should have. isut, as in ,'1ie Thief the great spec ter of poverty confronts her and at first defeats her ambition. She determines, however, that nothing shall stop her in her purpose. She begins to lead a life of crime and stops at nothing that will aid her in her purpose. This Jekyl and Hyde combination of character 30 strong lv embodied in this woman results in many clashing situations which rapidly heighten in thrilling interest until what
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
A Joke on the Parrot

A bright and lively parrot recently made a most pronounced hit with an audi ence assembled to witness the produc- tion of a popular comedy. It happenei 1 as follows; The property man brought a splendid specimen of the species, whose vocabulary is only equalled by his in- telligence for use by the Delightful Dolly company in which Della Fox Is starring. It so happened that Polly could not be found when wanted, so a stuffed parrot owned by the company was sub stituted. Later the real bird was found, brought on and placed beside the imita- tion.
 Polly eyed the fake for moment and then began to strike up an acquaintance. Pretty Poll pretty Poll" he squawked Polly wants a cup of coffee" "How's your liver?' How'd you like to be the iceman?' The actors, who were playing the scene, began to snicker and forget lines, while general litter went through the audience. One of the actors ap- preached the cage and tried to hush the bird but that worthy wisely cooked his head on one side saying, 'Aw. go chase yourself, "Nand the actor retreated in con- fusion.
 Polly redoubled his attentions but seemed to lose his temper at receiving no response from his new-found acquaint- ance, for he suddenly drew himself up in naughty way and remarked. You - lobster. why in - don't you talk?'
 He was hastily removed but his strident tones had penetrated every corner of the theatre and it was some time before the play could proceed. The Della Fox company use a stuffed parrot exclusively now .aiiasst
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12

is said to be an astounding climax Is reached.
 The author, Charles Bradley, in draw ing this strange character is said to have found much material to build upon sug- gested in the character of Mrs Cassie Chadwick, the female wonder who few years since "stung" many of the great est financiers in the country through q smooth tongue into lending her immense sums.
 It has been said that Her Son. as a matter of fact, embodied the best and most attractive qualities of both ''The Thief" and Madame K" two of the -talked-of plays of the day and time. It Is promised that the produc- ton will not only be presented by an unusually strong company, but that 1t will be beautifully staged Tine gowns in Her Son." it is declared, will be found such as will be greatly admired by the feminine contingent in each and every audience. They are said to be creations of Madame Chevane, patterned after the very latest Parisian models. Much refreshing humor is said to be interwoven throughout the framework of highly dramatic situations the play presents.
 The local engagement includes the usual Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mati- nees.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
Grace Van Studdiford Wednesday

Grace Van Studdiford in the comic opera bouffe, "The Paradise of Mahomet,' ,'| is the attraction that will be at the Shubert theatre next Wednesday night.
 The splendid singing of this Ameri- can prma donna is we'll remembered by our theatregoers. It Is said she unques- tionably deserves the high distinction that has been conferred upon her of the, most dashing and melodious soprano of the American stage" Her engagement in New York at the Herald Square the atre. which has just been terminated, brought her even higher praise from the press and public of the metropolis than. she has ever before received
 Harry B. and Robert B. Smith adapted the book and the lyrics of "The Para disc of Mahomet" for the American stage from the French of Henri Blondeau. The music Is by Robert Planquette The same excellent supporting company as was with Miss Van Studdford during the long New York engagement will be seen here
 The plot of the comic opera deals with the pursuit of a bewitching young widow by prince of the Turkish realm He has only one glimpse of his ideal be- fore his departure abroad, but 1t re- solves him to forswear the customs of his people and dispense with a harem. The widow was parted at the altar from her husband, who was afterwards lost at sea. "A of the dowry that accompanies the hand of the widow, and he has succeeded in being plghted to her. The play opens at this juncture upon a magnificent scene depicting a cafe on one of the quays in Constinople. The day set for the wedding of the widow and the English man has Arrived. Her friends are gath erng in the cafe. The prince returns from his travels. He espies the widow learns of her betrothal. and makes the discovery that like himself she has been harboring the hope that they meet again
 The prince sees no way to prevent the wedding, when a gypsy girl who has been deserted by the Englishman, ap-. pears and suggests that the wedding punch be drugged and the widow ab- ducted This is done and the widow is carried away to the palace of the prince along with the wedding guests It mas been decided to hypnotize them all when they recover from their stupefication and to pretend that they have died from the effects of the drugged punch and have been transported to paradise. From there on the plot thickens, and 1t would be futile to attempt to describe 1t in It's entirety The comedy element has been
 rarerally cared, for. and there are mary
 musical numbers in the score that give Miss Van studdiford and a splendid sup | porting company ample scope to dispIa Y | their musical training. Others in the | cast are Maude Odwell, George Leon
 Moore Robert Pitken, stephen Stott and Florenx Kolb. The scenic embellish-
 ment is particularly lavish.
 l large chorus that can really sing 10 | along and for this engagement the reg
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
Buster Brown

The announced attraction at the Jeff ferson theatre next Friday matinee and night is the musical comedy, the New Buster Brown" The prolific Brown fnia- ily has no better known member than this self-same Buster the brain crea- tjon of that prince of carlcaturists, R. F. Outcault In giving Buster to the world MT. Outcault's pencil was actuated by the desire to present the joyous side of strenuous boyhood. How well he has su,- ceeded is duly evidenced by the fact that Buster and his ever attendant dog "Tige" Is known wherever the modern daily with its prodigious Sunday edition penetrates. And so eleverly does the pencil of the artist portray the. creature of his brain that Buster. from a picture thing. nas grown into a living. breathing stage celebrity. Surrounded by his familiar associates. Mary Jane' and two new Characters, Seth Sowders" and ''Mirandr stebbins," Buster has grown and expand ed into a stage feature, dispensing good, wholesome fun throughout the land. His is a tuneful life, for those who exploit the youthful Buster have surrounded him with comedy young women, appro- priate stage settings and tuneful must and popular songs. This season Buster is played by Master Harold. thoroughly en rapport with the spirit of the part
 Of the bright new features incorporated in the musical comedy, none Is so fetch ing as the "Billiken'' number.
 New music. new comedy and a group of pretty girls tend to brighten the crea- tion. which, although Buster Brown | has run several seasons, has not lost
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12

Duplessis, thinking it more euphenisdc She was very tall, very thin, with black hair and clear complexion. Her head was small and her eyes were long and narrow like those of a Japanese. Her lips were red as cherries and she had the most beautiful teeth imaginable. She was like Dresden china figure. In 1s44 when I saw her for the first time, she was at the height of her opulence and beauty. She died in 1S47 of consumption, at the age of g. She was one of the last courtesans who had a heart. She died poor, in a sumptuous apartment. everything In which was seized by credi- tors. She did not have all the pathetic adventures I ascribe to Marguerite Gau- tier but she would gladly have had them. If she sacrificed nothing to Armand 1t was because Armand was not willing she should. Never in her lifetime was she called The Lady With the Camelias Yet the name remained with her after her death"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
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bert, the Manhattan Opera House in New York is to become the home of in- dependent attractions. This new policy goes into effect Monday, March 13, and Alias Jimmy Valentine" will be ths first attraction booked.
 "The Balkan Princess,'' with Louiyo Cunning in the title role, has settled down for long stay at the Casino tha- atre.
 Contracts have been received for James K. Hackett and company to appear at the Shnhert shortly. This win be Mr. Hacketts first southern tour in several seasons and the news of his early ap- pearance here will come as a pleasant announcement to local theatregoers. William Collier remains at his Comedy theatre in New York in 'T'll Be Hanged If I Do," the funniest farce produced in years and the most successful pro- duction with which the ever-successful MT. Collier has ever been associated. The first century mark In the metropoli- tan run has already been passed.
 The Messrs. Shubert announce that they will immediately begin the organiza- ton of second company to present ",rhe Balkan Princess on tour while the original company remains at the Casino theatre in New York for an engagement extending indefinitely in to the distant future.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
Della Fox

Several years have elapsed since Della Fox has occupied stellar honors in the legitimate field. Vaudeville, with it's fas- cinating glamor, it's enormous, almost fabulous. pecuniary compensation, at tracted Miss Fox to that branch of the theatrical Armament. There she was able to retain all of her old friends and also acquire a host of new admirers. That her vaudeville career was gratifying from both an artistic and financial stand point goes without saying for her name in large illuminated letters occupied the topmost position during each engagement and her reward-one of the biggest pay envelopes ever given a headliner and scrap book of immense proportions brim- full of the most fiattering criticisms and press appreciation. M
 Vaudeville did much for Della Fox. Aft CT seasons of hard work as a star in the musical comedy and opera field. the overseeing of many details in the preparation of her. productions, the strain of continued and lengthy rehearsals, to- gether with the ceaseless labors of three hour performance nightly, began 10 tell upon the health and vitality of Miss Fox Vaudeville only demanded a 15- minute act presented twice day. There were no worries. no cares; everything was within reach for the carrying out other hardworking star can not be blamed for forsaking the legitimate un- der the conditions prevalent at that time. However, circumstances have changed considerably and we have the same vii vacious Della Fox at the head of her own company again, producing Henri Nor wants latest comedy. with music, De lightful Dolly" It is said to be the most adaptable vehicle with which she has ever favored ils and will appear at the Jefferson treatre next Thursday. The announcement will prove most wei come to the theatre patrons of Birmins- ham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
A Laugh Promoter

Three Twins" which comes to the Jefferson theatre before the close of the present season, is essentially laugh pro- moter, and yet that is far from the best part of 1t, for the novelty staging and the songs are splendid. The "Cudde Up a Little Closer, Lovey Mine,'' with It's seven ages of cuddling, Is the most pathetic stage picture ever produced. The Yama Yama song, which created such a sensation in New York at the Herald Square theatre, is another one of the many song hits in fact there are SO many good things in Three Twins" that it would require too much space to de- scribe them all
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
Something About Camille

There is an intense and growing in terest in the local enga cement of Madame Sarah Bernhardt. the worlds greatest actress, at the Jefferson theatre Thurs day, March 23. The inquiry for seats at such an early date Is unprecedented and the great French actress will play to capacity
 Camille" Is the drama to be presented. She has played 1t more times than all the living actresses who have essayed the role of Marguerite Gautier. Because of the great popularity of the play. something personal about Its creation will be of interest.
 "La Dame aux Camelias"-"The Lady
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12

With the Camelas," or Camille, as it has come to be popularly known, is sn old play. It dates back to the early fifties of the nineteenth century the novel upon which 1t was founded was published in 1S4S) when the younger Du- mas. who had dramatized his own novel, read his manuscript to the elder Dumas, his illustrious father, who embraced his son with tears In his eyes and predicted a great future for him.
 The heroine was a real woman. Alex ander Dumas, fills, himself describes her as follows ''The person who served me as model for the heroine of La Dame aux Camelias was named Alphonsine Plessis. She changed the name to Marie
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
Yiddish Comic Opera

The Yiddish Comic Opera company will be the attraction at the Shubert theatre tomorrow night. Don Pintele Jud will be presented and it is extremely popular with all the Yiddsh people throughout the country. large audience is ex pecte& Leo Largman Is the manager and he Is known to be the only mana ger who makes a speciality of securing star artists for the Jewish theatregoers He is a fine Yiddish actor himself and Is greatly esteemed in New York, -Philadel- phia and the other large cities.
 The seat sale began Friday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
The Winter Garden

The erection of the 'Winter Garden" in New York signalizes the introduction of new type of playhouse, not only for the great metropolis, but for the world. Although the house is thorough ly modern, the garden" effect has been carried out and is so well preserved by the nature of the decorations as to ere ate an atmosphere distinctly unlike that of any other indoor place of amuse- ment. Perhaps the word garden may be a bit confusing. At any rate the house will not be managed along the lines of the gardens which have been conducted in America for many years.
 One of the features of the programme will be miniature musical comedy m which the principal roles will be played by some of the best known artists of the American and European stage. A dozen or more special artists have als5 been engaged, although no member of the vast organization will be featured. The slogan, as in the case of the Hippo drome, will be: Lets go to the Winter Garden"
 People living here and contemplating a trip to Manhattan may make reservations for any of the New York thratres un- der Shubert management by notifying Manager Mattice of the Shubert thea Ire who will wire in such applications direct and seats will be reserved at the New York box offices, thereby avoid- ing any inconvenience to out-of-town patrons. .
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12

its popularity. All that was best in the original piece is found in the new yer
 sion which is said to be "the best ever.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12

ular house orchestra will be augmented.
 There Is Something About You That Appeals To Me-" is the title of duet in the new comic opera and 1t is said to have created the greatest furore of the present season among metropolitan theatregoers. It nightly takes a dozen encores, even when it is reintroduced in the second act.
 The seat sale will open at o'clock to- morrow morning
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-12
PLAYHOUSE GOSSIP

By an arrangement entered into be- tween Oscar Hammerstein and Lee Shl-
Bisbee daily review., 1911-01-19
OFFICERS AT THE THROTTLE OF
 ENGINES
Trains on s, p, in Mexico Without Their Regular
 Engineer Yesterday

Naco, Ariz. Jan lS.-AIl trains olt cf here on the Southern Pacific of Mexico ara carrying detachments ol soldiers. The .depor and round house are guarded b. soldiers also. This afternoon the Mexican garrison he-e was augmented by a company of infantry which marched in from Cananena. There were no trains on the NOiales aui Ecl Rio branch to day.
Bisbee daily review., 1911-01-19
AIRSHIP
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 vania sighted the uyer through the haze and the ship's siren roared a blast Of welcome He came at a ter rife speed and a moment later cir cled around the fleet, dipping in salute eo each ship. and came up in the wind for the stern of the Pennsylvania. Flying low as he near ed the ship he dropped down as lightly as a gull, striking the plat form about 40 feet from the end. The hooks arranged in the center piece of the aero-plane. did their work perfectly. The machine slipped about half of the ropes. but caught ten of them and was brought to a stop within twenty-five feet
 When Ely touched the deck he was going 30 miles an hour, but SO gradually was the speed checked by the dragging sand bags as they were picked up in succession, that he was brought to stop without disarranging any part of the machine. In fact, Ely could have started on the return trip in five minutes after landing. After submitting to the or deal of being snapshotted, Ely was taken be.ow to the captains cabin, where he was guest at a luncheon. In the meantime, the machine was turned around and the hooks on it's bottom removed. The gasoline tank was then replenished. Exactly one hour from the time he landed. Ely took his seat in the machine. and gave the word to let go. The aero plane swept down the platform at a high speed dropped off the stern with a gentle dip, then rose rapidly over the ships in the barbor The start was as perfect as the landing had been.
 Rising to a height Of 1000 feet, Ely eircled over the extreme southern part of inc city and then headed otraight for the aviation field He landed at 12:30. The cruisers wire less had advised the officials of the departure and they were ready for nim A full company of the Thirtieth infantry swooped down on him as he ds5mountei and bore him in triumph on their shoulders to Major o'NeiIrs tent
 An informal reception in the mai or's tent followed Toasts were drunk and Ely was made a member of the mess. Ely had intended to land while the cruiser was under way. but Captain oend. of the Pennsyl- vana, deemed it unwise to attempt maneuvers in the harbor Among the guests on board the cruiser were Rear AGmiraLs Milton and Reese. both retired, and each said that Elys feat illustrated beyond doubt the utility Of the aero-plane in naval affairs
Bisbee daily review., 1911-01-19
SHENKWOMAN COLLAPSES
 IN COURT

WHEELING. W. Va, Jan. lS:-Mrs. Schenck collapsed today under the ordeal of the trial in which she is charged with administering poison to her husband An hour before the us ual time for adjournment. she had 10 be led 10 her room in the jail, m able to stand the strain. Court took g recess. and the trail was temper arily suspended
 Ms Schenck had not been looking well all day and suddenly leaned over 10 Prank OBrien, one of her attorneys. and asked him to give her 9 glass of water She gulped it down and il was but a few moments until .he said to another attorney. For Gods sake get a few minutes recess. '
 The request was granted and she was taken to the county jail, where she became violently ill and showed symptoms of fainting
 The county physicians was sum rloned and II was fifteen minutes before she was able to return to the court room. he was weak and nervous during the short interval before adjournment.
 O'Brien announced tonight thai every physician in Wheeling will be summoned by the defense. II is the purpose of the defense to show that none sold poison to the defendant
 The defense apparently scored fOr the first time since Hupp was on the stand early last week. Through persistent questioning of many phy, sicians summoned by the state, it was brought Cit that Shenk had been attended by fany of them, and that many drugs had been pre- scribeG. The drugs included bi chloride of mercury, arsenic and several others. and while given in small doses, through skillful cross questioning it was shown that some patients are more susceptible to their action than others and that lead poisoning may result from ab- sorption. The state however, as. tablished one strong point
 Every physicians who has been connected with the case was called to the stand, and said in answer to a hypothetical question concerning symptoms. exhibited by Shenk thar Shenk's condition showed plainly two poisons in his system-lead ard arsenic