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Keith-Albee managers' report book, June 13, 1910-February 20, 1911

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C.E. BARNS. PHILADELPHIA SHOW. JUNE 20, 1910. 7
CLAUDE M. ROODE. 8 min. F.S. A very clever slack wire act, using a wheel and also imitating an inebriated swell while on the rope. Received good applause and proved a good opener. Closed well. 
VAN HOVEN. 21 min. in one. This man keeps up a running-fire of very amusing talk, and whereas his feats of magic are merely a sort of foil for his comedy after the manner of Griff nevertheless, he certainly makes a hit. Has two boys from the street whom he introduces with a good deal of comedy and altogether makes a very acceptable act for an early spot. 
WALTER G. WROE'S DANCING WONIERS. 33 min. This is a local act and the most ambitious thing that Wroe has attempted. Begins with Zouave drill, then proceeds to various kinds of dancing, all of which get big applause. Dancers are all the way from six to sixteen years of age, and make a very pretty picture. A very important act for this house, as they are all local children and Wrote has a strong representation here as a dancing master. Whereas these children all come from well-to-do families here in Philadelphia, the act would make good on any bill anywhere in the country purely on its merits. It is really an ambitious production and does great credit. 
J.C.Nugent 27 min. The story of two pals, one a Bohemian bachelor, the other a married man, both of whom have been out for a "time" the Bohemian coming to his friend's home to square the latter with his wife. A good deal of humor, getting laughter throughout. Finish is good and gets applause. 
WELCH,MEALY, and Montrose. 16 min in one.F.S. Clo.in one. Well known acrobatic comedians. Advance applause. Good tumbling and the comedy of Montrose wins the house particularly in the Base Ball stunt. Held the spot O.K. Closed strong. 
PARIS BY NIGHT. 20 min F.S. A typical Latin-quarter sketch with some comedy and a story of love and jealously told in pantomine. Mlle. Minar's Dancing is certainly unique and full of fire. Went big and all recommendations have been justified. The tragic climax got a strong hand. 
Ben WELCH. 18 min in one.Well known on the circuit, and delivered his familiar line of amusing dialect material. Got laughter and applause throughout. Always a strong winner here.
GREAT KAUFMANN TROUPE. 11 min. F.S. One of the most skilful acts in the business. Just returned from a round-world tour, having just landed from the steamer. Got good applause for their various stunts. Splendid closer. 
KINETOGRAPH. "The Aviation Meet at Los Angeles." One of the most interesting and timely films we have ever shown. The present interest in aviation makes it especially valuable. 
GENERAL REMARKS. This is a warm afternoon, and the audience was rather listless, nevertheless the show proved itself in great shape. It is a strong average summer bill and will win out will, weather conditions being half way favorable.
CUTS.
WELCH, MEALY & MONTROSE. "What the h---;" damn fool; for the love of ---.

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C.E. BARNS. PHILADELPHIA SHOW. JUNE 20, 1910. 7 CLAUDE M. ROODE. 8 min. F.S. A very clever slack wire act, using a wheel and also imitating an inebriated swell while on the rope. Received good applause and proved a good opener. Closed well. VAN HOVEN. 21 min. in one. This man keeps up a running-fire of very amusing talk, and whereas his feats of magic are merely a sort of foil for his comedy after the manner of Griff nevertheless, he certainly makes a hit. Has two boys from the street whom he introduces with a good deal of comedy and altogether makes a very acceptable act for an early spot. WALTER G. WROE'S DANCING WONIERS. 33 min. This is a local act and the most ambitious thing that Wroe has attempted. Begins with Zouave drill, then proceeds to various kinds of dancing, all of which get big applause. Dancers are all the way from six to sixteen years of age, and make a very pretty picture. A very important act for this house, as they are all local children and Wrote has a strong representation here as a dancing master. Whereas these children all come from well-to-do families here in Philadelphia, the act would make good on any bill anywhere in the country purely on its merits. It is really an ambitious production and does great credit. J.C.Nugent 27 min. The story of two pals, one a Bohemian bachelor, the other a married man, both of whom have been out for a "time" the Bohemian coming to his friend's home to square the latter with his wife. A good deal of humor, getting laughter throughout. Finish is good and gets applause. WELCH,MEALY, and Montrose. 16 min in one.F.S. Clo.in one. Well known acrobatic comedians. Advance applause. Good tumbling and the comedy of Montrose wins the house particularly in the Base Ball stunt. Held the spot O.K. Closed strong. PARIS BY NIGHT. 20 min F.S. A typical Latin-quarter sketch with some comedy and a story of love and jealously told in pantomine. Mlle. Minar's Dancing is certainly unique and full of fire. Went big and all recommendations have been justified. The tragic climax got a strong hand. Ben WELCH. 18 min in one.Well known on the circuit, and delivered his familiar line of amusing dialect material. Got laughter and applause throughout. Always a strong winner here. GREAT KAUFMANN TROUPE. 11 min. F.S. One of the most skilful acts in the business. Just returned from a round-world tour, having just landed from the steamer. Got good applause for their various stunts. Splendid closer. KINETOGRAPH. "The Aviation Meet at Los Angeles." One of the most interesting and timely films we have ever shown. The present interest in aviation makes it especially valuable. GENERAL REMARKS. This is a warm afternoon, and the audience was rather listless, nevertheless the show proved itself in great shape. It is a strong average summer bill and will win out will, weather conditions being half way favorable. CUTS. WELCH, MEALY & MONTROSE. "What the h---;" damn fool; for the love of ---.