McNamee
Clay modeller and vaudeville has advanced beyond this act which now belongs in the picture houses. In one.
Top o’ th’ World Dancers
On at 4:02, 21 minutes full stage, special set. This splendid act was as lively as over this afternoon but strange to say, did not get as much applause as might have expected. It immediately preceded the Christmas tree, a feature in which the house full of chilredn [sic] were interested.
Howard and North
On at 3:39, 23 minutes in 1-1/12, playing “Rock in Wellington.” A great big hit, a better sketch than “Happy Days.”
Lane and O’Donnell
On at 3:31, 8 minutes full stage. This pair are about as lively acrobatic comedians as we have played in a long time and got a succession of laughs this afternoon.
Little Billy
On at 3:10, 13 minutes in 1. We have been plugging this little fellow for the last couple of weeks and aroused considerable interest in him. The result was a warm reception when he made his appearance this afternoon and what is more to the point, he made good from the very start. He got his first song, a tipsy well, over in great shape with laughs all though. His Scotch song, although not so strong, was very acceptable, and he had no trouble in getting back for his eccentric dancing, which made a decided hit. We are very well satisfied with Billy, as a headline feature for the holiday season.
Juggling Normans
On at 3:09, 9 minutes full stage. This is a good swift juggling act and got applause this afternoon.
Frankie Carpenter and Jere Grady
On at 2:37 in “At the Toll Bridge.” 17 minutes full stage, special set. These people are favorites in New England where they have been playing for a number of years in repertoire companies, and got a reception this afternoon. The sketch went very well, but it is hardly worthy of the players, who certainly make the most of their parts. They hold the internet from the start, got laughs, and finished big.
Henri French
On at 2:02, 17 minutes full stage. This well known act could, of course, have gone further down on the bill, but we were obliged to open the show with it and it started things in good shape.
Grigolati’s Aerial Ballet
10 minutes. Full stage. A beautiful novelty act that will surely draw money. The flight of the doves is a great big surprise to the audience and will cause a great deal of talk. Splendid value.
Clifford & Burke
Comedians. 20 minutes in 1. Feared for them in this spot but glad to say they held it good shape.