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He is dressed in an English walking coat, pearl grey trousers, patent leather and a silk hat. He won all the way in his appearance.
The featherweight champion boxer of the world has made his debut on the vaudeville stage as a straight monologist. Jim Corbett was the first fighter to put over an act with not boxing, but Jim is a big, good looking fellow. With Attell it is a little different; he is a little chap. Many were doubtful of his appearance, but he dispelled all that. He looks well and has a likable manner.
With a few more weeks he will be perfectly at home addressing the audience. The present act is funny and had its points which Atell gets over, but it is not what the champion should have been handed. The monolog is written for Hammerstein’s. Take Attell away from a sporting center and the audience will be high and dry most of the time. Kid Broad is the chief topic of the talk. To anyone knowing the Kid it is funny enough, otherwise it is just mere talk. Attell should feel encouraged at his first attempt. With proper material and his name as a draw, he will be able to travel easily.
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Variety 22:6 (04/15/1911)