In “Gowns.” A splendid sketch, excellently played by Mrs. Hughes, and her support is fairly good. Held the audience right to the finish. Got lots of laughs, and considering the late place on the bill, all the curtain calls that could be expected. 22 minutes. Full stage.
In “Cotton Stockings.” 20 minutes f.s. Light interior. Comedy sketch, with a piano and violin finish, that got a number of laughs and closed very well. The story is novel and has many bright lines. The two girls appear as rival saleswoman, thrown together in a hotel parlor on Christmas eve. A good act.
In “Close Quarters.” A very good sketch, excellently played. Things of this kind mean nothing on a bill unless surrounded by very good comedy – which I thought I was going to get, but didn’t. I don’t want to say that the act is not all right and worth playing. It can not be depended upon to draw any business. 17 minutes full stage.
In “The Golden Night.” 20 minutes f.s. C.D.F. A comedy sketch built around the golden wedding celebration of an old couple, who manage to re-united their grand-children in the course of the evening, before a quarrel reaches the divorce court stage. A neat little turn and a good vehicle for Mrs. Whiffen. Held the interest and closed very well.
“From Zaza to Uncle Tom.” This act is known in every Keith theatre. Probably the laughing hit of show. 25 min. full stage.
Presenting new act, “Into the Light”, an unusual sort of Protean offering which held the attention very well, giving Miss Parry a chance to manifest her ability, winning genuine success. An uncanny sort of vehicle, but very well done. Good finish. Kitchen and special in three. 30 minutes.
In “Maggie Taylor – Waitress.” 27 minutes f.s. Special set. A splendid comedy sketch, with real heart interest, written around an old waitress’ love for automobiles. A real Hudson Six is used upon the stage, about which most of the action and dialogue revolves. Held the interest every minute, got many laughs, and a strong finish.
Man and woman in full stage 21 min. Comedy skit “Looking for Betsey.” Good line of comedy talk. Finish with impersanation [sic] of Berry Brow in “Shore Acres.” Went big.
In a comedy sketch entitled “Looking for Betsey” – man and woman; rural sketch; this sketch is full of life and laughs all went through and went great. Finished with an impersonation of the Berry Bros. in “Shore Acres.” 22 min full stage.
35 min. A splendid character sketch with some dramatic moments but the story is tempered with comedy lines and business that make it almost a broad farce at times. It is splendidly played with Mr. Green in the character of a Hebrew who cannot tell a lie. There is a big laugh at the finish which gives it a pleasing climax and the audience received it with unmistakable favor, several curtains being its reward.
