Menetekel

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A large paper screen is suspended in the middle of the stage, held by ropes from the "gridiron." It is made to sway gently from side to side, and while in motion a small ball covered with colored ink moves backward and forward, leaving a trail of writing. The mysterious writing is made to answer questions asked by members of the audience and do other feats.
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Variety 14:6 (04/17/1909)