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Keith-Albee managers' report book, April 30, 1906 - February 4, 1908, part 2

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E. J. CONNELLY & CO., in 'Marse Covington.' 21 min. F. S. This is a very fine feature as a head-liner, but suffers somewhat from over-booming. The name of George Ade is a winner here, but there has been a ringing in of the whole Lambs Club in their promotion, and whereas the audience liked it very much, I am of the opinion that nine out of ten expected more, both in humor and general excellence. The gambling spirit is scarcely edifying t strength of the play -- the faithfulness of an old darkie servant toward a former master, admirably depicted and the real hit of the play -- could have been preserved by locating the scene somewhere apart from the whirr of the roulette-wheel and the prevalence of highrollers, money-burners and boose. It is a strong little drama for all that, and will draw people to the house: but I don't think any Sabbath School teachers will recommend it to their cla classes, in spite of the charm of situation and the irresistibly pathetic finish. A Lambs Club hit is not always a safe feature to offer such an audience as this without at least some expurgation.
KATIE BARRY. Comedienne. 12 min, in 1. Advance applause. Did the comedy work that caught the house so strong on the occasion of her last visit here, only she caught them stronger. Her first two songs were new and certainly the very goods. Her fun is so spontaneous and quaint that it wins everybody. Close immense. Will draw with all classes, that's sure.
PAUL SPADONI. Juggler and heavyweight. F.S. Opens in 2, with some lightweight jugglery, a la Salerno: proceeded to some heavy feats, a la Sandow: thence to some shell and torpedy work, a la Conchas. In fact, it was an a la exhibition all through, few of his stunts that did not remind one of someone else. Does not make the showy spectacle that Francelias does, but he does many clever and daring feats, all of which win applause. Was led to believe that he was much stronger with the public than he proves: for, while he holds down the spot all right, his act is not new any more, and strongman acts that are not phenominally versatile and expert get small recognition in a town where every 'Gym' boasts a Hercules. Closed well, that is all.
KINETOGRAPH:--
1. African Life in the Congo. A splendid travel series.
2. The Tomboys. Only a fairly humorous film. All told, just gets by.
GENERAL REMARKS: -- An excellent show, taken altogether, strengthened by a three-a-day section far and away above the ordinary. Could wish for no better three-a-day stuff on any bill - lively, varies and well-balanced with comedy, dancing and music. Business immense.
Cuts: -- 
KENNEDY AND JAMES. Story of Fleas. Keep dance within bounds of propriety.
SWOR BROS. Story of school-teacher laying eggs.
FIELDS AND WOLLY. "Damn good bump."
KEATONS. Pulling trouser seat. Hand to nose.

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2 E. J. CONNELLY & CO., in 'Marse Covington.' 21 min. F. S. This is a very fine feature as a head-liner, but suffers somewhat from over-booming. The name of George Ade is a winner here, but there has been a ringing in of the whole Lambs Club in their promotion, and whereas the audience liked it very much, I am of the opinion that nine out of ten expected more, both in humor and general excellence. The gambling spirit is scarcely edifying t strength of the play -- the faithfulness of an old darkie servant toward a former master, admirably depicted and the real hit of the play -- could have been preserved by locating the scene somewhere apart from the whirr of the roulette-wheel and the prevalence of highrollers, money-burners and boose. It is a strong little drama for all that, and will draw people to the house: but I don't think any Sabbath School teachers will recommend it to their cla classes, in spite of the charm of situation and the irresistibly pathetic finish. A Lambs Club hit is not always a safe feature to offer such an audience as this without at least some expurgation. KATIE BARRY. Comedienne. 12 min, in 1. Advance applause. Did the comedy work that caught the house so strong on the occasion of her last visit here, only she caught them stronger. Her first two songs were new and certainly the very goods. Her fun is so spontaneous and quaint that it wins everybody. Close immense. Will draw with all classes, that's sure. PAUL SPADONI. Juggler and heavyweight. F.S. Opens in 2, with some lightweight jugglery, a la Salerno: proceeded to some heavy feats, a la Sandow: thence to some shell and torpedy work, a la Conchas. In fact, it was an a la exhibition all through, few of his stunts that did not remind one of someone else. Does not make the showy spectacle that Francelias does, but he does many clever and daring feats, all of which win applause. Was led to believe that he was much stronger with the public than he proves: for, while he holds down the spot all right, his act is not new any more, and strongman acts that are not phenominally versatile and expert get small recognition in a town where every 'Gym' boasts a Hercules. Closed well, that is all. KINETOGRAPH:-- 1. African Life in the Congo. A splendid travel series. 2. The Tomboys. Only a fairly humorous film. All told, just gets by. GENERAL REMARKS: -- An excellent show, taken altogether, strengthened by a three-a-day section far and away above the ordinary. Could wish for no better three-a-day stuff on any bill - lively, varies and well-balanced with comedy, dancing and music. Business immense. Cuts: -- KENNEDY AND JAMES. Story of Fleas. Keep dance within bounds of propriety. SWOR BROS. Story of school-teacher laying eggs. FIELDS AND WOLLY. "Damn good bump." KEATONS. Pulling trouser seat. Hand to nose.