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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29
MAJESTIC OFFERS
 IRRESISTIBLE BILL
Beautiful and Dazzling Septette in Old Time Halloween
 Scene

The bill at the Majestic is claimed to
 be stronger each succeeding week than the one before, and each week tho
 many patrons of this house leave the theatre after a pleasant evening, wondering how such a great attraction
 can be produced at popular prices. It is true that the quality of each individ-
 ual speciality could hardly be improved
 upon, but the secret lies in the ability
 of the booking manager of this great circuit. This clever little lady has
 made a special study of vaudeville It
 has been proven that great bill badly
 arranged is never interesting; but, if
 the bill Is properly arranged, as a va- riety programme should be, with no
 conflicting acts, the result is fine. made finer by a little forethought up in the big booking office; consequently. the Interstate Amusement company will of- fer, the coming week, an especially at
 tractive bill.
 Heading this great array of talent, B. A. Rolfe presents 'Ye Colonial Sep tette," in "An Olde lyme Halloween said to be the most artistic colonial masterpiece' ever presented In vaude- vile. This beautiful classic originated and depicts the manner and mode of life of the Southern aristocracy of early times. So realistic Is this unique of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29

1 the average business man ever thinks of arising With 6 hearty breakfast at 500 o'clock, served in the dining room of one of the cars that are includ- l ed in his special train, he visits the main streets of the city In which the minstrels are underlined to appear and 1 lays out the parade route. Back to the 1 theatre he goes and heads the process sion which is one of the daily features of the minstrel's appearance. Leading ] the gold band and the performers he traverses the principal streets of the city and then returns to the theatre. 1 Back to his office on the car he goes, and there he remains until luncheon, answering his vouminous correspond- ence and readjusting various details of business as they arise.
 In the afternoon Field when a mati- nee is scheduled, is at the theatre where the entire performance Is under his personal supervision. After he has appeared on the stage he again repairs to his office on the car where he takes up the work of attending to the publish l ing and sale of his book, Watch Your self Go By" The book has had an | enormous sale thus far, and the corres- .pondence together with the reports on 1 sales all pass through the hands of the minstrel manager
 | When this has all been accomplished. Field is ready to make few calls on friends. He numbers thousands of
 friends in the country, Birmingham among the number, in every city where
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29
AL FIELD COMES
 TO THE JEFFERSON
Great Minstrel Favorite Appears Wednesday and Thursday With
 His Usual Strong Company

Costuming a minstrel company in- wolves more than the ordinary spec tator conld ever surmise. Color schemes, styles, trimmings the effect under certain colored lights, and ma- terial are but a few points that the minstrel oostumer must take into cor- sideratbon when planning the dress of the various members of the company. Al. G. Field, whose company of. min- strel men appear here Wednesday, and Thursday and matinee Thursday at the Jefferson Theatre, is the only producer who personally sketches and designs all the costumes used an the perform ance and in the parade.
 During the twenty-seven years the Al. G. Field Greater Minstrels have been one of the annual visitors at the theatres throug ghout the country, Field has been entirely responsible for the costuming of the company, and during the summer season while the members of the company are enjoying their-va- cation, he is busily engaged sketching and designing costumes, and watching the products of his brains turned out by the costumers- Every year the col or scheme is changed, and the minstrel manager has never used the same eff fleets any two seas pms during his career To completely change not only the Sty1eS put the CO1olS uuTiHS t0IS peTiOu is a task that has never been dupli- cated in the history of minstrelsy.
 Field uses lay figures on miniature stage fitted with lights of every color used in a theatrical production. The colors and costumes are fashioned in paper attached to the figures, the man. nikns set on the stage and the various lights thrown upon the entirety. A paint box nearby is brought into use to change tones and tints until the desired combination is reached. Field does all of his work on his farm. Maple Villa hear Columbus, Ohio. In his study he has a miniature stage erected with the required illumination, and the lay fig ures are made from ordinary spools mounted on matchsticks.
 This season the orchestra in the opening spectacle sMinstrelsy Past and Present" are garbed as Spanish students. while something entirely new in a sartoria1 way has been fashioned for the members of the Gold Band one of the distinctive features of the min ssi irels. The parade costumes also show a marked Individuality in cut and style while the costumes the comedians wear int dude congregations and satirical ef-
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who also started into the romance from out of the ranks of peasantry.
 The story fairly teens with royal in trigue and the machinations of ducal politicians. to which is added an Ameri can millionaire, handsome young Uni ted States Ambassador and speeches. gypsy who are essential characters in unravelling the tangled mystery of the Goose Girls royal indentity.
 Miss Virginia Alderman as the Goose Girl fits beautifully into the scheme of the play. making her own atmosphere in a most bewitching style and at once became a. favorite with her audience. Miss Alderman Is a pretty young woman and her success bids fair to extend much beyond her present engagement. Victor Suther- land, as the American consul has a wonderful stage personality and there was no more welcome character in the play than he and he well earned his popularity, which must however be shared with the German American character. Hans Grumbach. whose real name-James IT. Lewis-is entirely American.
 praiseworthy mention are Robert El. lis. as the youthful king; Miss Jessie Howe, as the barmaid; Charles A. Lynch, one of the royal police; Paul P. Meacham. Prince Regent of Jugenheit Miss Alzora Verton, the Princess Hildegarde; J. NJ beaverton, as chief of the secret service, and Gerald J. Rowan, who fills two roles.
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fering, that the audience almost feels as though 1t were on the Road to Yesterday" The story Is founded upon the old legend about Halloween eve from sunset until Midnight-he who speaks will gain the displeasure of the witches, and penalty for ths horrible crime is Inflicted upon the transgressor of the solitude of the witches He who pays the forfeit Is compelled to play upon the witches horn, but their wishes can be made known through Music's tone The story Is beautifully enacted. Special scenery typical of those old CO., lonial days of our forefathers, with dag zling light effects, add materially to this stellar attraction.
 The great Barnetti will offer an ex- cellent number something new and or iglnal, and extremely interesting. This comedy musical pantomime Is one of Englands best efforts.
 Another diversion is the eccentric dancing and comedy singing speciality of Powder and Chapman. two very clever artists in thls particular line.
 Elliott and Neff will offer novel comedy skit entitled "The Show Girl" It is one of those facinating. alluring bits of artistic work so seldom seen in vaudeville, and is said to be brimming over with clean original comedy
 As a strong contrast to the beautiful headliner this week, the management has secured Carroll and Fields, in a "Piano Fantasy" These boys present an offering quite above the average an entrancing ragtime sensation.
 The new exits from the Majestic and all other repairs have been completed. and this playhouse now assumes an air of complete safety and comfort. The manager promises a great show, es- pecially for the children. Matinee daily 2:30 evening 7:30 and 9:00.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29
MINSTREL CHIEF IS
 ALWAYS A BUSY MAN
Account of Al Fields Routine-M0st Interesting Personality of the
 Celebrated Entertainer

The work of a travelling manager with a theatrical company Is little known to the average theatre goer. and a day with Al c. Field, the cele- brated minstrel, is a most interesting whirl through a maze of details that astounds one who remains with the genial minstrel for one entire day, and watches how he puts in the time from breakfast until he is ready to retire. Every little detail connected with the production and the business manage ment comes under his personal super vision, and while each department Is controlled by it's respective head, the various officials report to Field who keeps every slight and minute detail in his mind. During his 27 years in the world of minstrelsy Field has never kept route book, yet 1t is remarkable how he can recall theatres and figures and incidents on the spur of the mos ment.
 Field arises every morning early and disposes of volume of business before
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one a song and dance team, and the other a comedy juggler.
 Of the act of George Wilson, one of the Knoxville newspapers said
 Tt has been eight years since MT. Wilson visited Knoxville the last time. put that he had not been forgotten by local theatregoers was shown by the rounds of applause that greeted his every appearance upon the stage. Nor has MT. Wilson lost any of his old time art, as he sang with as much spirit and danced with as much grace as in years gone by The feature of his act that seemed to please most was a suffra- gette speech, in which he made a sa Q tirical appeal for woman's rights Time and again was he recalled to the stage, and at the first show last night, tried to make a short talk telling of his ap- preciation of the hearty welcome ex- tended him in Knoxville, but so loud was the applause that he gave up the attempt.
 | Not only was the feature the cordial welcome given Mir, Wilson, but there was something else involved. The house was packed from the pit to dome, and then some, and the audience was a highly representative one. The od- timers were there, men-and yes women too-who hadn't forgotten what George Wilson did in purifying min strelsy from ribald, offensive jokes, ir the years that have gone. It was truly a home- coming for the burnt-cork vet eran, one that will make his heart beat faster as he realizes that the friends of other days haven't forgotten him.
 Bull Dog Music Hall'' is the rather unique title of Barley's Dogs, half 6 dozen of the finest breed English Bull dogs that have been imported to this country. The act includes a stage up. on a stage, with an orchestra of imi- tation dogs worked by machinery. anc real live dog leading the band. Hls stunts are said to be the acme of ami. nal intelligence and filled with comedy that keeps the audience in gale oi laughter. They perform tricks which 1t is said are next to human.
 | The act of the LaVfne-Cimeron Trio includes a travesty on physical culture It Is replete with comedy. laughs. dan cling and acrobatic stunts It is called Imagination" and has been comedy l hit on all the circuit. The act is bie
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29
WEEK OF EXPERIMENT.
 AT THE ORPHEUM
Particularly Bright and Attractive Bill Will Be Offered-Rich
 Acts

vaudeville bill of the season will be handed to manager Semon of the Or pheum. this week when he presents his team of five acts, everyone of which looks like a winner
 Toplining the bill are three acts, each of equal merit. each a star perfor- mer, and yet differing as widely as the sun and the moon. George Wilson, of minstrel fame said to be the most graceful dancer on the American stage is one topliner Barley's imported dogs English bulls, in Bull Dog Music Hall is a second headliner, and the third Is the IaVine- Cimeron Trio in 8 grotesque comedy and dancing trayesty There are two other excellent acts on the bill
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29
ROMANTIC DRAMA
 APPEARS AT BIJOU
Amusement Goers Will Enjoy "The Goose Girr-Great Treat
 in Store

Since the days of "The Prisoner of Zenda." and Rupert of Hentzau" there was a wonderful dearth of the roman tic drama until three years ago when "Graustark, George Barr McCutch cons dramatized novel, was presented by Baker & Castle. Their success with this romance was of such magnitude, worthy successor of the same calibre and which had attained prominence as one of the "six best sellers" was sought for, which resulted in their selection of just such another book of romantic na- ture, "The Goose Girl" by Harold Mac Grath, and probably the best novel written by that popular author of fic- tion.
 The readers of "The Goose Girl'' are legion and in nearly all instances, have united in commendation of this string and wholesome romance. The story of the Goose Girl, in reality the Princess of the realm, is delightfully."- pictured in the best vein of MT. MacGrath. He makes her piquant, cheery, whole some maid, who when she arrives at her proper station, is in full accord with her royal surroundings. The character of Carmichael in the book, the brave generous and whole-hearted American Consul, is ably retained by the dramatizer of this charming novel.
 The play will bo seen at the Bijou all this week, with matinees Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
 Of ssThe Goose Girl' the Virginian Pilot of Norfolk, had the following to say recently:
 Although not new to Norfolk, Baker and Castles Goose Girl" after Har- old McGrath's intense aovel by the some name, opened at the Granby theatre yesterday and was en- joyed by two good" audiences, as they say in the box office. The play Is well worth seeing twice for there is much to enjoy in the quaint atmosphere of imagination in which the scenes are laid. It would be a very exacting audi tor indeed who could find fault with the play almost under any conditions, for it Is a veritable. fount of refreshment for hot evenings.
 To relate the tale of the Goose Girl' would be to tell over an old story. But it has that element of "sweetness'' in it, well seasoned with enough of modest tragedy, an alluring thread of romance and just enough natural comedy to quick en its heart interest After one has become interested in the story the plot is obvious. One feels instinctively that the pretty little Goose Grl is not a plebean born. but belongs to the roy atty. where the last act finally places her, and on a gilded throne at that and in the arms of handsome yousg king
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29

out two companies in 1t, and as prospects for it's continued success are as bright aV they could we'll be, there is reason forj believing that Lehar's royalty receipt will eventually reach the million dollar mark.
 Pomander Walk is a comedy done in, lavender, quaint with the fragrance of an old romance. Daintily written and han- died throughout with many quantiy comic touches it. affords an evenings en- tertainment quite of an individual sort. It had the flavor of old books. old friends. and in the main it was played apprecia7 lively by the company sent here to do 1t.
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 George v. cohan, writer of cdf7fd without tl,e adornm9nts, lingerie and version fof classic compositions to f popular tune, which have made hi recognized factor in America Is a | development in the career of that verss tile young man. He has taken tfl sketches of Chester and made comedv Of highway finance named "Get Riel Quick Wallingford."
 cop, crook, and an impetuous m lionaire lover enact the principal cha | acters in "Officer 666" farce by Augu | tin MacHugh, which Is one of the impp tant theatrical bookings at the Jenpas theatre this season.
 A. H. Woods has just discovered he has another Fourth of July cele besides his 25th century comedian
 nard Granville. William Farnum, star of "The Ilttlest Rebel,' was on Independence day, in 1876. the yea the centennial. Granville was born 1887, which makes him 25 years old. \ mum is in his third dozenth year and dd not care whether the matinee girls kn 1t or not William Farnum halls Bucksport. Me, and is rated as a class liberal Yankee, with penchantS | buying motor boats. He owns seven Q. them, so each one of his friends have c boat when they visit him at his homo ir 1 Sag Harbor, which is called Numoh. koma The Indians gave the name to the place where they pushed their canoes ashore and the clever actor adopted 1t a( fitting, for 1t means "A Good Place ] Land"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29

fects on the dress of today that is really laughter provoking.
 With an entirely new wardrobe, an entirely new programme of features and electrical effects, the Al. G. Field Greater Minstrels have been heralded by critics all along the route as the last word in minstrel entertainment The claim made by Field that this years aggregation is the masterpiece of his career Is seconded by every lover of the blackface form of entertainment, while new patrons have beenadded to the list of ever growing minstrel fans.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29
Attractions at the Birmingham Theatres This Week

feature. and ranks among the best headliners playing the Keith popular priced houses.
 The bill Is complete with Savo, the comedy juggler the kind of an act that Orpheum audiences seem partial to. and Haley and Noble, a singing and | dancing team of merit.
 There are performances nightly at 7:S0 and 9:00 o'clock, and matinee daily at 2:30. The motion pictures al- ways include q good comedy subject or two. and several other excellent films.
 The Orpheum Is comfortable, we'll ventilated. safe and caters particularly to women and children.
 Playhouse World
 Julie Ring in The Yankee Girf' is headed this way
 Maud Adams, too, will soon delight Southern audiences.
 Birmingham is assured of every attrac- tion that is on tour this season and is coming south.
 Augustus Pitou, Jr., has given Biske OHara's new play, The Rose of ku- dare" a production of notable size and beauty The action of the story occurs in the end of the eighteenth century and abundant opportunity is given for dos- tuning.
 The cast of "rhe Real Thing" in which Henrietta Crosman will appear in Bir- mingham, is made up of "The Widow" The Wife" erhe Husband,' '.The Un- derstudy," The Children and " The Old Beau"
 "The T.sphoon' is interesting absorbing even, anCs v different from the ordinary run of draniS. There Is that in it which compes the attention of the thinking auditor, and yet the mere amusement seeker should find much to interest him.
 Franz Lehar. composer of 'The Merry Widow" Is very wealthy man. His royalties from this operetta alone are said to have reached the imposing aggre- | gate Of half a million dollars. By far the greater part of this fortune has been sent to him by Henry ". SaYage, whose American productions of the lpiece have attracted thousands of personslyear after year since it's initial presentation in this country. MT. Savage will reutve "The Merry Widow this season and will send
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29
JEFFERSON THEATRE
RIJOu THEATRE

WedEest ay and Thursday nights and Thursday matinee-Al. G. Fields Minstrels.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29

Every night and Tuesday, Thurs day and Saturday matinee-''The Goose Girl"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29

Minst Will the Jefferson
 Week
 
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29

The cast of "rhe Real Thing" in which Henrietta Crosman will appear in Bir- mingham. is made up of 'The Widow" The Wife" "The Husband,' ''The Un7 derstudy," The Children and '' The Old Beau"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29

"'The T,sphoon' is interesting. absorbing even and V different from the ordinary run of dranS. There Is that in it which compels the attention of the thinking auditor, and yet the mere amusement seeker should find much to interest him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-29

A cop. crook, and an impetuous ml lionaire lover enact the principal chal acters in "Oficer 6s6." farce by AuguI tin MacHugh, which Is one of the impol tant theatrical bookings at the Jeffsa..J theatre this season
Connecticut western news., 1912-09-19
Danburv's Biz Muster.

More than 2.50O fremen with twenty five bands and drum corps participated in the parade in Danbury Thursday afternoon. The parade, which was the largest of it's kind held there since 1878, was arranged by the local fire depart ment and the visiting fire companies came from many cities and towns in the state and from towns in neiRhboring parts of New York state. The column, which was about a mile and half in length, marched over a route six miles long.
 At the conclusion of the parade dinner was served in an immense tent erected on the baseball grounds. At night 8 street carnival concluded the festivities. Ten special trains were run to the city during the forenoon from as many places in Connecticut and New York state, bringing in visiting fire companies and excursionists.
Connecticut western news., 1912-09-19
Sons of Veterans

Sons of Veterans belonging to Hiram Eddy Camp, Lakeyille, will be interested to know that Judge Ralph Grant, of Hartford, Grand Commander of the order will be present at the next meeting, Thursday evening, Sept. 26, and special pains are being taken to make the ses- sion an attractive one. All members should be present.
 The Sautelle wagon circus and me. nagerie came to town Friday, gave a street parade that satisfied the behold ers-especially the youngsters 8 fair tent performance afternoon and evening, each followed by the usual punky "ooncert. The show went from here to Millerton.
 Mrs. Irving F. Barnes is visiting at H. O. Barnes.
 A. V. A. Felten, of Danbury, formerly of Canaan, was 8 visitor in town Mon day.
Connecticut western news., 1912-09-19
MOVE c. N. E. OFFICES 2
General Headquarters May Go From
 Hartford to Poughkeepsie.

General Headquarters May Go From
 Hartford to Poughkeepsie.
 That the entire office force and head. quarters of the Central New England Railroad may be removed from Hart ford to Poughkeepsie, N. Y, was ad. mitted at the offices of the company in Hartford Friday night, says the Oour- ant. Although it was said that nothing had been definitely decided upon, the statement was made that such plans had been under consideration for some time. Superintendent E. W. Clark, it was said at the offices, was in Pough- keepsie. although it was stated that it was not in connection with the pro- posed change Chief Clerk A. N. Elder could not be located.
 Since the formation of the company headquarters has been maintained in Hartford. The change is to be made, 1t is said, to facilitate the handling of business and to be more centrally located" The Central New England Railroad was originally the Hartford & Connecticut Western About ten years ago the control of the road was secured by the New York, New Haven & Hart ford Railroad, but the company did not merge it. The road provides a direct line between this city and Campbell Hall, N. Y. It connects with the Ontario &Western at Campbell Hall ,and with the New York Central at Pough- keepsie. It has long been known as a hne on which a great amount of freight has been handled.
Connecticut western news., 1912-09-19
Fire in New Milford

A few hours before they were to leave for Danbury to take part in the firemen's parade there the New Milford fire de- partment was called out to $1, 200 fire in the Lincoln House in Bank street, early Thursday. The damage by fire was small. the loss being due chiefly to smoke and water. All of the occupants were forced to leave their rooms but had no difficulty in getting out. Itis thought the fire may have resulted from leak in the gas generator.
Connecticut western news., 1912-09-19

Connecticut members of the Equa- Franchise League are showing their enl thuSiasm for the cause by writing "Votes for Women" across their checks, in hopes that the cause will be helped along South Norwalk Sentinel.