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The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
The Immortal "Penrod"
On Stage At Last 4.
Swan Farce AT Poll S.
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Are Actors AT Liberty" &.
To Be Called Idlersa
For the purpose of obtaining an authoritative
Interpretation of the law it fits this special case
representative of the actors visited Third Deputy
Police Commissioner John w. Gof, the highest
legal authority in the police depar.::-: C,:..mis-
sioner Gof stated that it little carly to make
definite reading on the law but he thought some
sort of provision would be made for both stage
and screen actors without engagements at the time
He said that, technically, all of the professionals
between the prescribed ages were liable to arrest
and punishment, but there was great deal of
doubt that the authorities would touch them. pro-
vidiHg. OF course, that they really actors and
not idlers masquerading under the name of actors.
as is frequently the case But he reiterated again
at the end of the interview that it was just little
too early to make any final decision in the matter.
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
Broadway Is Nervous Over
Toafer" Law.

Broadway was rather nervous last week.
The question of whether actors of work
we're loafers flying from mouth to ear and
from mouth to- all along the main artery and
iown the side streets where the little groups Of
players who tentatively idle gather The law
Just enacted states that every able-bodied be-
tween the ages of I8 and So inclusive, must work
regularly at useful task be subject to a
maximum fine of $Ioo three months imprson-
nent or both. Then the law goes to say that
ne possession by any person of money, property
lr income sufficient to support himself and those
Regularly dependent upon him shall not be defense
o prosecution for violation of this section or of
| inv provision of this article.
This clause includes practically every actor
vithin the age limit, hence the worry. There were
onjectures on every hand as to whether the gov
Irnment would put to work such men as John
barrymore. Donald Brian, etc, during the summer
.ouths when they will be idle.
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The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
BeIasco-ssTea for Three

Selwyn and Company. who recently
presented "Rock-a-Bye Baby" their
farcical operetta here, offer Washing
ton theatersoers opportunity to be the
first to pass criticism on another of
their new plays the week of June 3.
when thev produce Tea for Three. /"
a comedy b. Roi Cooper Megrue, at
the Belasco Theater. Advance an
nouncements of the new play describe
it as IAN angle on the triangle"
The mere statement that 1t is by
Roi Cooper Megrue' insures the new
play a hearty welcome. Tea for
Three" is quite the most pretentious
dramatic offering ever made by him.
1t is distinctly American irf its char
acter and is filled with action from
beginning tc end. incidentally it Is
not a war play.
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
Gsyety-..Neid, OF America.

, Maids of America" with Al: h.
Hall and an all star cast is the at
traction at the Gayety beginning with
two-act travesty entitled Somewhere
in America" The piece is said to tell
a highly amusing story, with original
ideas. in which many situations are
developed that succeed in keeping
the audience laughing heartily. Dur
ing the action many excellent special
ties and tuneful numbers are offered
that afford a large chorus of spright-
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The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
B.F Keith.s-TrIxie Frigan,a.

Next week at B. F. Keith's the
ater TriXie Friganza in comic
songs with Margaret Ten Eyck and
Max Weily in dances will be the
luminous feature. The next in or
der will be Olixe Wyndham and
Joe Ruben in The Fine System"
a comedy of marital life. Others
will be Aveling and Lloyd, Two
Southern Gentlemen" Bennett and
Richards in Dark Clouds" Minnie
and Jimmie" Allen in a song and
gown revue; the Six Kirksmith sis
ters in musical novelty; Karl En-
my's pets and William Ferry as
THE Frog"
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
How Broadway Runs
Are Faring

Here is a resume of the season Broadway,
showing the number of performances that the
current plays have had to date:
Fancy Free" "A; Polly with a Past" sI3;
"A Pair of Petticoats," u; Seventeen" r36 "The
Kiss Burglar" II; "a Tailor-made Man." 332;
"Salome," 81; "Flo-Flo," rS5; Business Before
Pleasure" szS; Belinda" I6; Hearts of the
World" (hlm), IS; Man Who Stayed at Home, !"
s.; "Jack O. Lantern" 246 "A Marriage of Con-
venicnce (rev.), "a; Nancy Lee" AZ; "Going Up !"
49, Tiger Rose" e6S; Eyes of Youth" 32r;
Lombard, Ltd.," 27S; The Rainbow Girl" $40;
Seven Days Leave" I2I; Little Teacher" 10;
"a Dolls House." a: "Oh. Lady, Ladyr' Izs;
"Parior, Bedroom and Bath" 1871; "The Copper
head, 100; "a Cure for Curables," GO: The Ser
want in the House" lrev,). -; "Sinbsd." iso.
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
Today at b. r. Keith's.

At and Sis p. m. today at B.
F. Keiths Theater the bill offers
Irene Franklin and Burton Green.
George Nash and Julia Hay. Wright
and Dietrich, and all last weeks
admirable novelties.
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
To Be Seen This Week

jealous. and she Is afraid of arous-
ing the hotel because of scandal.
The cast selected for the interpreta-
ton of the story is one of exceptional
promise, headed by Ernest Truck.
Among his fellow-players are w. J.
Ferguson, Alphonse Either, Robert
Ober. Leila Frost. Janet Travers.
Ethel Strickland, Gerald Pring, John
p. Wilson and George lie Soir.
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
Gayety-.The Social MaIds.-

George Stino and Eta Pillard head
the cast Of "The Social Maids" next
weeks attraction at the Gayety Thea
ter, and an organization whose COM
ing has always been awaited with
cosTISyxp. on PAGE TWO
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
rPenrod" to Be Played
By Children.

1t is daring experiment that X. & E. and
george Tyler have made in placing "Penrod" on
the stage. Naturally it has been necessary to
muster cast composed largely of Juvenile actors.
1t is OF the very few times on record when a
performance OF this exact type has been attempted
"Pcnrod' is OF the permanent characters
IN American literature certain of Immortality
Tom Sawyer" himself. Thousands of children
will demand to be taken to the National this week
to him. .\nd thousands of their elders will
take thcm and still more thousands go their
own account.
Farce is the vogue, and Mark Swans latest,
"What Could the Poor Girl Do" is to have
premier at Polls this week. According to reports
it is smart swift, sharp and clever, and should
have successful engagement f.
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
Poli's-"what Could the Poor Girl
D0D

Mark Swans new farce, entitled
What Could the Poor Girl Do?" will
be the attraction at Polls all week.
beginning tonight. The newest play
by the author of "she Walked in Her
Sleep" and "Parlor, Bedroom and
Bath" will be presented under the
management of George Broadhurst.
What Could the Poor Girl Dor
obtains its title from a circumstance
early unfolded in the play. when a re-
Gently made bride. left alone in the
bridal suite. IL confronted with the
problem of what to do when she dis
covers an unknown man. in pajamas.
IN the apartment. She fears to tell
her husbapd. because be u insanely
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
b. r. Keiths-Frit.i sehen.

Mile. Fritzi Scheff. the musical
comedy star, will return to the
Keith fold at B. F. Keith's theater
this week offering a series of ro-
mantle songs and ballads. Her
gowns will be objects of envy by
womankind. The extra added at
traction will be the Winter Garden
Favorite. Herman Timberg. come
dian and composer. with the Five
Dancing Violin. Girls in THE Viol-
lnn." a novel musical comedy with
Broadway embellishments; Al Her
man. The Black Laugh" will be
provocative of outbursts Of laughter.
Ida May Chadwick, The Hee Haw
Girl" rivalling isis Hopkins" in
her awkward rusticity will be-sup-
ported by Dad" Chadwick in some
of the funniest dances and eccen-
tricities of any stage; Helen Glea-
son. distinguished actress. will
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
Promised Next Week

cabinet awaiting the fatal hour
when the ultimatum to Germany
would expire. These scenes come
as a prelude; then the great drama
begins when the German hordes en-
ter France.
In taking the battle pictures for
Hearts of the World" Mr.. Grif-
fifth had the assistance and cooper
alton of the British War once.
The Washington herald., 1918-05-26
NatIonal-Ruth ChattertOn In ''Come
Out Of the Kitchen"

Henry MiIleE VIII present Ruth
Chatterton at the National Theatcr
for the week beginning Monday, June
). in Come Out of the Kitchen" the
delightful comedy by A. Z. Thomas,
in which she was seen here a few
weeks ago. On her recent engagement
she was such a favorite with Wash
ington theatergoers and Mr.. Thomas
play was such a treat that there Is
sure to be Il cordial welcome for both
star and ilay on the return visit
On the present visit there will be a
new Burton Crane, the wealthy
Northener. in Shelley Hull. one Of the
most popular of the younger actors Of
the day. He first came prominently
before the public as the leading man
for Miss Billie Burke and then added
greatly to his reputation in The
Cinderella Man" and why Marry"
In the notable company surrounding
Miss Chatterton are Mrs. Charles Z.
Craig, Baroa-a Milton. Robert Ames.
Fleming Ward. William Raymond,
John Crosby, William H. Sans, FraH-
Ces Goodrich, Alice Baxter and Water
Connolly.
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The Washington times., 1918-08-27
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The Washington times., 1918-08-27

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The Washington times., 1918-08-27
II. Z. KEITH'&.

Emma Carus, buXom but not 'as
robust as In other years, tops the
bill at B. F. Keith's this week with
nav Jokes, chatter about her former
husbands, and songs and dances. She
displays several beautiful gowns TO
advantage and for the benent OF
those ladies who wonder how she
reduced, Miss Carus executed q re"
stunts calculated to make emoon-
point vanish. Her song hit written
bv Miss Fay Foster describes the
thrills experienced by q blinded
poilu when he learns the Yanks have
arrived to aid France in the fight
for freedom
Next in prominence on the pro-
gram are George Mckay and Ottie
Ardine In a new sketch with plenty
of laughs. This team put over num-
erous clever sAllies, and they can
certainly dance with grace.
Jack Arnold, assisted by Bertee
Beaumonte, presents a semi-military
skit with mirth-provoking lines. MT.
Arnold is the brother Of we'll
known washingtonian, who has lot
to say about Heard and Seen In
The Times.
Dewitt torrance and Burns are
back again in their creation entitled
THE Awakening of the Toys, and
they scored with the first-nighters.
Kenney and Hollis is another team
that. is well known here. They have
added q few fresh stunts to their
act called "Freshy's Initiation" The
Shirley Sisters offer a choice collec-
ton Of steps and songs. The Gar
cinetti Brothers as a climax to their
act in gymnastic stunts present
hst-throwing novelty that scored.
The Hearst-Pathe News pictorial
this week shows a number of views
of the Yanks in France, and also the
first of a series OF Belgian war pic
lures.
Craig Campbell is a tenor who de-
lighted with a classical repertoire.
The Washington times., 1918-08-27
NATIONAL.

"Fiddlers Three" delighted the au-
dience at the New National Thester
last night, and Miss Tavie Beige, the
Belgian prirna donna. made for herself
q secure place in the regard and appre-
citation Of Washington playgoers.
Thomas Conkey shared honors with
her and was given even greater ap-
plause.
"Fiddlers Three" IL an operetta in
two acts. The music, by Alexander
Johnstone, is uniformly pleasing
characterized by a swinging cadence
and lingering melody that has very
much to do with the generally salts
factory quality OF the offering. Book
and lyrics are by William Cary Dun
can, whose wit is proved to be
sprightIy and nimble. John Cort Is
the producer and he has given the
operetta an investiture that is splen-
did The settings are striking with
out being marred by too much gor-
geousness, while the costumes are
new revelation OF the modiste's art
Miss Belge's charms are many,
both OF person and personality, ana
the oddly accented English she uses
is among her charms. Her voice Is
superb and her stage presence all that
might be desired. Nicolo ColonaI ui-
innate winner of the violin maker 8
prize, is the role assumed by MI.
Conkey, who from his first appearance
had the unstinted favor and approval
OF his auditors. He is peculiarly ana
particularly fitted for his part ana
makes the most OF it.
Ma-Belle, premier danseuse' Is q
dancer of exceedingly high class
Nimble of foot, slender OF limb
good to look upon, the chorus Ii an
unfailing delight to the eye, gowned
as It's charming members are, In raj
ment of many colors that DO not
clash. The petite pages deserved
rather more applause than was ae-
corded them
The individuals OF the numerous
cast all deserve mention. Henry
Leoni was especially good as the
master violin maker, while the com
edy OF Josie Intropidi, Hazel krke'
Echlin Gayer, and Mr.. Skelly was
above par. The lines assigned them.
clever though they are, were merely
contributory to their good work.
Among the features to recommend
the operetta to the Washington play
Eoer is the fact that there's no hint OF
war in II, except for a vagrsnt jest.
"Fiddlers Three" is worth hearing
and seeing.
The Washington times., 1918-08-27
COSMOS.

The Cosmos midsummer vaudeville
carnival is being celebrated this week
with ten attractive features, three OF
them In the films.
Paleys Circus, with q laughAble
trick mule and a mammoth revolving
wheel, and Martha Hamilton and COM
pany in "Oh, You Women" the story
Of a woman who gambled her hus-
bands money away and then sought
to fool him by utilizing the Install
ment plan to purchase the necessaries
OF their home, top the list.
Bicknell. a clever clay modeler,
billed as "the busy baker" opens with
an entertaining offering that goes of
to much applause; Hall and O'Brien,
both excellent singers, have a fne
number in THE Janitor," and Bogart
and Nelson a very amusing surprise
skit. Walsh and Lawrence sing and
chatter, and Joseph Kallini, formerly
with the Foreign Legion in France,
cIeverly entertAins with the piano
and songs.
The Washington times., 1918-08-27
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The Washington times., 1918-08-27
GAYETY.

TunefuI music and snappy comedy
are the outstanding features Of the
two burlettas being presented at the
Gayety this week by James E.
cooper's "Roseland Girls" one OF the
best-known companies on this circuit
Putting II Over" is the title OF the
opening skit. which serves TO Intro
duce the entire company. "A Whirl
of the Golden West" closes the per-
formance.
The bulk Of the comedy work falls
on the capable shoulders OF Solly
Ward, a comedian Of sterling worth,
who does not have to resort to slap
stick methods in order to win
laughs. He has a clever assistant in
Harry Coleman, while Herman Lewis
fiIls q small role capably. Ester
Irving Wood has q sweet soprano
voice which she uses TO advantage in
q number Of popular songs. Dolly
Fields and Kittie Mitchell are .other
members OF the company who aid in
making the show a decided success.
The Washington times., 1918-08-27
cHEsAPEAKE BEACH.

Free dancing and free band con-
certs throughout the afternoon and
evening continue as regular features
at Chesapeake Beach, the Capitals
nearest salt water resort The
dancing pavilion is open on all sides
and is delightfully."- cool, being sit
uated over the water.
The mile boardwalk affords a
charming promenade, from which a
beautiful view OF the bay may be
obtained. Lining the boardwalk are
innumerable amusements, including a
S25, 900 derby racer, q merry-go-
round, and countless paddle" booths.
The Washington times., 1918-08-27
What Theaters Offer This Week

war films, taken by photographers OF
the American Expeditionary Force. ana
assembled and exhibited by the COM
ulittee on public information, is 4
graphic portrayal of the immense
work Americas legions have done,
are doing and will do to make the
world safe for democracy. 1t shows
the spirit with which our boys are
going at their work Of beating the
Hun-the spirit which has already
made them feared throughout the
length OF the German line.
And the staging-that goes far 10
make the picture doubly impressive.
The curtain rises to reveal the stage
in a unique setting Of stars and
stripes which later gives way to
huge, translucent reproduction OF f.
C. Yohn's wonderful pastel. Amer
ica's Answer and finally to a realistic
trench scene wherein, by lighting ef-
fects, Miss Beatrice Yarda Is seen as
Columbia
Then the picture. It is essentially q
compilation OF many diversified SUD-
jects-each a small part of the gigan-
tic task which America faces. The
transports are shown with their
guards of fighting destroyers and
grim dreadnaughts. The miles anc
miles Of docks which American engin-
eers have built in France, the miles OF
railroad tracks, the great machine
shops, the locomotive works. the
bakeries, the Iaundries, the refrigera-
ting plants, the establishments where
women of France sew and mend lot
their new-found allies, where waste Is
prevented-all these are SHOWN
through the truthful eye OF the
camera-and America may be proud.
Then the boys thfmselves-at rest
behind the lines, at play, and at work
the grim work of war. Finally the
battle Of Cantigny is shown, with
the French tanks leading the marines
into the fray in which they earned
name that will live forever. And a
sorry bunch of German prisoners
they, too; are shown.
Last night there were present the
President, the Cabinet and q large
attendance of Senators and Congress
men, as we'll as many Of the Diplo-
matte Corps In the Capital
The Washington times., 1918-08-27
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The Washington times., 1918-08-27
At 1898
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such are the prices in the more northern
cities.
The Washington times., 1918-08-27
GREAT FALLS PARK.

Ladies' Liberty Orchestra continue
to attract large crowds to Great
Falls Park these summer days and
many picnic parties find II the popu-
lar place for their outing. This
weeks free showing Of motion pic
lures includes in its variety . dra-
matte, scenic, and comedy feature.
The Washington times., 1918-08-27

While a house crowded with official,
diplomatic and just plain Washington
appIauded and cheered, the 5000 feet
of film, depicting "Americas Answer
to the German challenge, unrolled Its
message at the Belasco Theatsr last
night
This second Of Americas official
The Washington times., 1918-08-27
Temporarily Here at $3.9s

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advantage IN making a selection here to-
morrow-The variety will include every
new style for the autumn
The Washington times., 1918-08-27

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The Washington times., 1918-08-27
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Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1918-10-02
Mangrove Forests in Bahamas.

Mangrove trees are to me the most
fascinating of all the vegetable
grOwths of our strange planet. When
young, as we thus first came upon
them, ut the opening of the creek
there is something tender and idylic
about them, with the fresh, childlike
laureline leaves and dangling rods OF
emerald that were really the suckers
Of their banianlike roots; but, as we
proceeded inland they grew into an
absence and bizarre maturity, like
nightmares striding out in every direc-
ton, with prancing, skeleton feet
planted in noisOme, fostering swamps
and stretching out horned, clawing
hands that seemed to take root as one
looked and threw out other roots OF
horror like a dream.-Richard lie Gal.
uenne, in Harper's Magazine.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1918-10-02
NEWPORT PERSONALS

Mrs. Frank Wright is visiting rel
atives in Lowell.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harold Johnson went
to Burlington Saturday.
William Dow is confined to his home
on Highland avenue, by sickness.
O. L. Cameron of Island Pond was
a business visitor here Monday.
Mrs. E. E. Puffer of Aver, Mass,
spent last week here with friends.
Miss Alice Abbott has returned
to Smith college, Northampton, Mass
B. G.. Watkins has been in Spring
field, Mass, on business for few
days.
Miss Marjorie E. Tinkham has en-
tered Radcliff college at Cambridge,
Mass.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. E. McCarten have
returned from a two weeks auto trip
to New York.
r. w. Spear and Miss Dorothy
were in Hardwick, Monday to at
tend a wedding.
F. R. Sherman has been quite i'll
for several days but is now able to
attend to business.
Twins were born to Mr.. and Mrs.
H. G. Blake, September rs, but lived
only about SO hours.
Mrs. H. A. Flint is in ST. Johns
bury visiting Mr.. Flint's parents, Mr..
and Mrs. G. G. Flint.