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Bird-act. 10 min. F.S. 2 shows. Man and woman both in Oriental costumes of much richness and beauty. The paraphernalia adds a great deal of interest to this act which must be described as novel and interesting in every particular. They are about 20 birds of the cockatoo and parrot variety and they perform various stunts such as turning on horizontal bars, riding a miniature bicycle and various evolutions on whirling apparatuses balanced on the performer’s chin. The birds show a rare intelligence and training. It is certainly an act that delights all, but particularly women and children. There was considerable applause throughout and the finish was good. It is one of those acts that are quietly enjoyed rather than received with much demonstration.
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University of Iowa, Keith-Albee Vaudeville Collection, Manager Reports, 30 April 1906 – 4 February 1907