On at 8.14, 27 min full stage, 4 min close in 1, 31 min in all. I must confess that I was nervous about this act, on account of Wilbur’s burlesque training, but I am pleased to state that the act, while distinctly low-comedy, got by without a cut on account of any objectionable matter. It certainly got a lot of laughs, and while I question its being worth $850, it is without a doubt a good comedy act. Tonight is the first time the act has ever closed in 1, but there is no reason why it should not do so any time, as I think it strengthens the finish. Burke, who handles the act, does not feel that it is perfect yet and is using his best endeavors to improve it in every way possible. It is certainly a novelty to see six sisters working together, as do the O’Connor Sisters with this production. I have suggested to Burke that he quicken the action in places and get the act so that it runs in 25 min. Then this is done it will be pretty fast-moving vehicle.
On at 7.30, 20 min full stage 4 min close in 1, 24 min in all. For all anybody can understand of Kennedy’s talk, he might be called ‘The indistinct comedian.’ However, he is exceptionally good eccentric dancer and pianist, while Miss Rooney is dainty and certainly can step some. I think it would improve this act greatly if Kennedy would find some way to cut it down to about 16 min.
On at 7:19, 11 min, in 1. Rather a pretty girl with an extremely pleasing personality and voice. Sings popular songs very well indeed and made a pronounced hit with this afternoon’s audience. I regret that I cannot give her a better spot in this week’s bill, for she would make good as late as 2:45 and 9 o’clock.
On at 8.43, 16 minutes, full stage. ‘The Golden Amazon.’ One of the most beautiful horse acts I have ever seen, the paraphernalia excelling all the others. This is the first week the act has worked in this country outside the hippodrome, consequently it is not perfectly smooth in its action, but Marrder is a great horse-woman and she has a wonderfully well trained animal.
On at 6.48, 12 min, full stage, 3 shows. A foreigner who has come over to take a chance and is working this as a trial week. He juggles rubber balls exclusively. He attempts comedy, but his humor is pathetic. I think that his act would be all right straight, for he really does some capital work. Cannot recommend him very highly on his showing today, but if he improves sufficiently to warrant, will make further report on him.
These girls sing a number of character songs and do quite well with them. Their greatest fault as I see it is a tendency to drag things. They got along O.K. but I believe would have done much better with some livelier material. 18 minutes 1 & 3.
The Girl Behind The Drum: She makes a nice appearance and does variety of trap drummers work that is excellent. She got away with it very satisfactory and was O.K. Palace 2, 10 minutes.
‘Mag Haggerty’s Reception.’ The same team as of yore and just as good as ever. Ryan does a great Irishman and makes a substantial hit. The act is well received throughout and it secured many hearty laughs. No doubt but that they will go much bigger with a good house. CDF. 26 minutes.
Blackface male quartet. ‘The Independent Cadets.’ A very ordinary quartet so far as singing is concerned with a line of comedy that fails to arouse much interest. They would better the situation by cutting out a lot of talk that really amounts to nothing and which unnecessarily consumes time. 22 minutes. CDF. 3 then 1.
A troupe of Italians, consisting of four men, one woman and two small boys. Their work consists of the regulation acrobatic and head balancing feats. They work quick and were appreciated. The act is a pretty fair closing number. Seven minutes, full stage.
