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Keith-Albee managers' report book, February 4-September 9, 1907

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better done in the 3-a-day section, and some bicycle work, of which the same thing might be said. The little boys that she carries with her did not meet the requirements as laughmakers, and the audience sat as if frozen in cakes of ice. Once in a while, there was a feather hand, but everybody seemed to be wondering when the "sensation" was to be sprung. The disrobing act might have been a sensation some years ago, but did not receive any more than passing applause. The truth is that the woman is traveling on her very beautiful "Shape" and some stunning costumes, but when it comes to talent, she is about worthy of an early place on the 2-a-day section. In the evening, the place was changed to 8.51 and it saved her. More than that, the kids made good and got a deal of laughter and applause. All in all, she just about met demands but leaves no great impression--such as one might expect from a headliner
MURPHY, NICHOLS & COMPANY. 24 min. On at 9.06. F. S. "From Zaza to Uncle Tom." Same act was presented here before. Received big advance hand. The act wins a "scream" from all parts of the house. A big finish and two curtain calls.
STELLA MAYHEW. 13 min. On at 9.30. Another big advance hand. There is no discounting the fact that Miss Mayhew is a decidedly big hit as a character singer. She compares very favorably with May Irwin, and, or the two, I prefer Miss Mayhew. Each one of her songs was a gem, and sung in a style that is individual and magnetic. Sang three songs and went off to a perfect whirlwind of applause. She will certainly draw well for the balance of the week.
GRIGOLETTIS FLYING BALLET. 11 min. On at 9.43. This is one of the prettiest sight-acts that was ever invented. The women are not required to be very expert dancers, but they are very graceful and most stunningly costumed, and have most unaccountable nerve, to take the flights into flies and wings as they do. Each one is suspended by an invisible wire. They sweep from one side of the stage to the other and from the floor to the flies, in a manner that holds the audience's breath. The finish of the act, when the doves are let loose in a flight from the gallery, alighting on the persons of the dancers, is one of the most stunning pictures every seen. This act is a genuine hit and sure to be talked about.
"THAT QUARTETTE." 14 min. On at 9.54. Big advance applause. The last time this combination was here, they made an unqualified score, and, naturally, the people were glad to welcome them on their return. Their songs are new and most skillfully and brilliantly sung. Each man is an artist in his own way, and the ensemble work is simply faultless. Tremendous applause after each selection and a great finish. 3 curtain calls and an encore.

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#2 better done in the 3-a-day section, and some bicycle work, of which the same thing might be said. The little boys that she carries with her did not meet the requirements as laughmakers, and the audience sat as if frozen in cakes of ice. Once in a while, there was a feather hand, but everybody seemed to be wondering when the "sensation" was to be sprung. The disrobing act might have been a sensation some years ago, but did not receive any more than passing applause. The truth is that the woman is traveling on her very beautiful "Shape" and some stunning costumes, but when it comes to talent, she is about worthy of an early place on the 2-a-day section. In the evening, the place was changed to 8.51 and it saved her. More than that, the kids made good and got a deal of laughter and applause. All in all, she just about met demands but leaves no great impression--such as one might expect from a headliner MURPHY, NICHOLS & COMPANY. 24 min. On at 9.06. F. S. "From Zaza to Uncle Tom." Same act was presented here before. Received big advance hand. The act wins a "scream" from all parts of the house. A big finish and two curtain calls. STELLA MAYHEW. 13 min. On at 9.30. Another big advance hand. There is no discounting the fact that Miss Mayhew is a decidedly big hit as a character singer. She compares very favorably with May Irwin, and, or the two, I prefer Miss Mayhew. Each one of her songs was a gem, and sung in a style that is individual and magnetic. Sang three songs and went off to a perfect whirlwind of applause. She will certainly draw well for the balance of the week. GRIGOLETTIS FLYING BALLET. 11 min. On at 9.43. This is one of the prettiest sight-acts that was ever invented. The women are not required to be very expert dancers, but they are very graceful and most stunningly costumed, and have most unaccountable nerve, to take the flights into flies and wings as they do. Each one is suspended by an invisible wire. They sweep from one side of the stage to the other and from the floor to the flies, in a manner that holds the audience's breath. The finish of the act, when the doves are let loose in a flight from the gallery, alighting on the persons of the dancers, is one of the most stunning pictures every seen. This act is a genuine hit and sure to be talked about. "THAT QUARTETTE." 14 min. On at 9.54. Big advance applause. The last time this combination was here, they made an unqualified score, and, naturally, the people were glad to welcome them on their return. Their songs are new and most skillfully and brilliantly sung. Each man is an artist in his own way, and the ensemble work is simply faultless. Tremendous applause after each selection and a great finish. 3 curtain calls and an encore.