The evening world. Newspaper, December 15, 1903, Page 6

t <:aemmnaese i I He | 1 | Napoleon,” oR FROM DINE” IS UNASSUMING She Makes Her New York Debut Without Any Great Preten- ‘sions as to Either Mountings or Costumes. oS THE PLAY IS REMINISCENT. Two-thirds of It Recalis “The Wild Rose,” In Which Irene Bentley, the Present Star, Won Her First Honors; the Rest “Dr. Syntax.” Trene Bentley's New York debut as a tar tn “A Gin from Dixié’ last night @t the Madison Square Theatre began in @ Maryland schol - house, waded through a term tn a supposedly fashion- ‘able seminary and wound up vicariously at Columbia and West Point. ‘Two-thirds of the show recalled “The {Wild Rose," in which Miss Bentley @hared the honors with Marie Cahill— only “The Girl from Dixi very much minus Marie Cahill, The other+ third suggested “Dr. Syntax,” which was all @oWn and mortar-board. Judging from the steady plaudits in | the buck of the house, Miss Bentley's @ebut was auspicious, And at the close | @t the performance, when the last finale oak dying in the files, a horue of ushers Beha © Se lcrimorgyor: nivel testi- . oa ait from Dixie” begins her Shreer @s ont whose fainily blood “beto’ de wah was as blue as indigo, but-during the post-vellum period “you couldn't | ff tell whether it was plum color or yaller.” \ , Then she becomes an heiress, which accldent takes her to New York and Gives her splendid opportunities for dis- Playing three perfectly lovely gowns— ne black and beady, the other two white und equally becoming to Miss Bentley's style of plond beauty. Miss Bentley 4s an interesting and a * es the pro- gon has it, is unassuming in its Plainness and almplicity. There is no effort at pretension either in mountings pretty and nd Gemnuire, 98 iege—ail but ‘etx ey are show girls, who rotaln etlineee Without any ‘stress upon The book is by Harry B. Smith and some funny lines. ‘The music Hiner dh spots, but iacks swing . A variety ‘of song writers are re- Sponsible for the various numbers, ‘erdinand Gottschalk, as Lord Duns- mote, tried a semt- serious characteriza. ish lord in search of the belted" ‘ils captivating line was * ‘Blew Chriatlan beart!” “Arnold Daly, Sissi ip Gatalent forgot his violin ‘during ct, in the second Was abo as iner' Lyons and Dorothy Donner/had two ¢.00d songs, and Albert Hart was the vomedian whose exits ‘were always made in ciréus fashion, Tn the wecond act a, dash of minstrelsy as teow nto the Just’ for ‘sake, | This en tomers Mag ir takes the hall Zoom soene, Mrnere vastons other things nm. It is there the.play with music ought to a happy conclusion, “ HER FIRST FALSE STEP." “Her First False Step.” a new melo- Grama, was presented at Procter's Fit- ty-clghth Street Theatre last night Helen Ray, who is Edna Alten, the Bp perone, elopes with a married man, thus “her first false step.” acted her Gore well, | Lawrencs Unde erwood, As lack Walters, the hero, was heartily ®pplauded. Charles H. Stew Blathews. ‘was the m The rest of the com: Yarge audience atterited whe OPENINGS, ELSEWHERE. ‘Way Down. Eust,""sone of the most Popular andj hest of ruil plays, was given a hearty, welcome at the Acad- emmy of Musi, Zhe fing ;W. A. Brady seen well preserved, as ne east. which Includes Phoebe ene Robert Fisher, Sara Stevens, Uric Collins’and aslid Hugh Wénd. prsovert B. “Mantel revived at the Fourteenth ro, with Marle Booth Rue- > de -Letparre. Spemmatfoure which ond; breaker. by ft gathered in the Har on plaved her famous role Two Orphans" at the Play “Wedded and the Murray Hill "rules at the ne aolropalin James J, Jeffries. the pugiilst, the feature of the World-Reaters at the Dewey. files & Barton's Rose Hill. English was ‘olly company Was the attraction at Hner’s Elghth Avenue Theatre, ESTABLISHED ATTRACTIONS. ‘The original Richepin story, “Mlle. has been substituted by Anna Held gor the Joseph Herbert ver- slon at the Knickerbocker, and the per- formance 1s consequently tmproved. Henrletta Croaman has scored a com- plege success in “Sweet Kitty Bellairs” "3 Theatre, formance of “The Girl fram nm at the Herald Square the non-appearance of ughter, Attractions. whicheare running nock- and-neck in the matter of big business in "The Pretty Sister Jose’ at the Empire, William Gillette “The Admtraple ‘Grichton” at the New Lyceum and Marie ‘Tempest in ‘The Marriage of Kitty’ at the Hudson, Frits Scho! in “Babette” at the Broadway, and. Georg’ Ade's quaint County Chairman” are audiences. or'a deollery and the ex. ingome Winnie’ mee the show at the Canipe waellght. Van Studdttord in “Red Feat ghe attraction et the tyne ) Sacrament of Judas” wil I OL pene ie in - provided Sy dons 2. | company at the mal,"” at ‘the Bien tot sabes has Pv inooploee- M! h id The Hill Sisters, vocalist “The Cor-|2 5 | His two, cong: -| Gragtant, won a} SCENES AND CHARACTERS IN IRENE BENTLEY'S NEW STARRING VEHICLE, “A GIRL FROM DIXIE, | Albert Hart, Ferdinand Gottsch College. spectacle at the New Amsterdam, ts too Dig to, talk abou “A Japanese Nightingale” the ena of its run at Daly's, Dantels and ‘The Office bev their last three weeks at the Vic- toria. Charles Richman continues in "Cap- tain Barrington” at the Manhattan, “Our Now Minister” ia well liked at the “American. VAUDEVILLE BILL§. Keith's offered an especially fine bill, including three such high-class acts as the Fadette’s Woman's Orchestra, Mar. cel's Lavine Art Studies, and Milly Capell, with her trained horee and dogs. At the Circle, excellent features were the Grand ‘Pro in the prigon, seen ges Bedin! iW and the funny J Juggler, and O'Brien ind Havel ‘1cks al Clicke,'’ Master's oar was headed by Jules ond Gar ‘whose (Ormance ‘rigon, braced burlesque, and other notable sots were shove, 6 Leite and Theol, equilll ‘an ok ‘and Edna Went in “The Female tor,”* Bobby Walthour and lucky pate ner Muntos, who ‘diseingu selves in the six-day bloycle race at the Garden, gave exhibitions of speed on bome-trainers at Proctor’s Twenty-third Streqt Theatre, Another feature wae the Ju johnsons. “What Happened to Jowrea was presented at Proctor’s Mitth hoatre. ‘8 ad: ane Th a T ‘Street es, and Mabel Fenton ‘headed the pill at the Newark house. Byae's Comedians gave corking gece show at Hurt! & BSeamon's. ong the clever entertainers were the For jortons, the Four Halloways, the Comedy our and the Piccolla and Kauf- man, @ magician, are new attractions at the Eden Mus Krao, the Missin Link, 1s making jealous all the other freaks at Huber's. IN BROOKLYN. Fay Templeton, in “The Runaways," began a week's engagement at the Mon- touk. SSS LADY HARPISTS PLAY WELL. Signorn Caserini’s Artistes Heard in First of Three Concertn, Maestra Signor Isabella Rosat! Cas- erin! and her Roman harp ordhestra of “pwenty Young Lady Harpists and Two Pianists’ gave the first of three con- certs Jn Carnegie Hall last night. Macs- tra is the Italian, and in this instance means boss ‘harpist. The twenty harpists may have been young, as the advertisements read, but what's the use of quibbling over age whon they made gool music? ‘And, while the potice reserves were not called: out to suppress the throng fa fatr-sized audience greeted the “young harpists,"” applauded them continuously and were undowbtedly pleased with the rendition of a very Interesting pro- nk ang America, put’ It does seem un- Se pack con- Aiternoon a eour will a country. hambault’ was the vocal by the orchestra, @ Voyageur” and “The Vute “Ba _much applause, GENTLEMAN BUnGLAR AT STAR. “Gentleman by Day, Burglar by Night.” ti New Star Theatre, was again J. M. Colville, “the, Gentleman “Bu while Harry First, as the came- dian, and Leah Remonde, as the Irish housewife, were heartily applauded, presented i Jack Law. Carrie Notion and her company ap- peared last night at the Avenue Theatre in her play. Nights in a Barroom."’ Mrs. Natlon re- celved an uproarious welcome, which xo pleased ther that she made a short speech at the end of the third ac! ‘Phe ollmax was act, when Mrs, Nat and Sheat" Taye Wille Hammond wae murdered) with her famous hatchet. Mra, Nation as Mrs. the whole show, After the sho the din the lobby of the theatre and sold miniature hatchets, Bhe seemed to do a thriving trade. Persian & Turkish Rus Yours for a Few Dollars Cue ‘The rus whlch you select from our ex Fock will be delivered to ne Ment of @ foulnal sum. We arn wee! gradualctavment pane Callan for ¥o1 gursait AUF wonderful gelsotion of ¢ for BL ORIENTAL IMPORTING CO. t Tinga rtern a8 Fourth Av Doklet LARLY, month in and month out, in New. York City circulation The World maintains a lead of Teng of fs nearing gramme. | ‘An orchestra of harpists, and “young lady harpiste’” at that, ie new, to New ‘9 big scenic sensation at the | CARRIE NATION MAKES N.Y. BOW ‘Third , “Ten Hammond was Sortental NO SLUMPS, BUT DAILY, REGU-' THE: WORLD: As your legal MIbEP advise you to 6€ca/) OPEN EVENINGS TILL realest 7am the ia ‘or in the world compos/ gt ra | ay ri 4 alk, Arnold Daly and George A. Schiller in the garden of Oxbridge Md gold Pasian Diamond OPEN "FVEAINGS TILL ND FOI Ol se HOAIN Ie will Pay yor i} te t way for thece preat bargains. FASHION HEARS GOOD MUSIC. Mendelasohn Trio Clnb Gives Itn! Firat Concert of the Season. Music and fashion were the dominant chorda-at the Hotel Majestic yesterday afternoon. The event was the first con- cert of the Mendelssohn Trio Club. ‘The ballroom of the hotel was crowded to the doors with handsomely gowned women, and many musicians of note were among the audience ‘The concert was received with the ‘warmest appreciation and the selections were admirably chosen, Alexander @aslaveky, violin; Victor Sorlin, violon- collo, and Charles Gilbert Spross showed the same mastery of technique, the same perfection of blending in the trio work as in last year's concerts, but in dell- oncy of shading vhe irlo shows growth and expansion of feeling, Particularly was this 90 in the final number, trio Op. © (Dumky), by Dvorak. ‘Through- out the five movements the harmonious “ One of Kitty Calvert's (Irene y) seminary experience was beautifully Saslavsky and Mr. plano, 12, No. 1. gxocuted ‘by “Mr, 10) . Beattloe Fine, soprano, assisted the itrlo, and her selections were warmly received, “LORD AND LADY ALGY” BACK) Old Flay Is Well Recetyed at the Criterion. ‘Miss Elizabeth's Prisoner was put on parole at the Criterion Theatre last evening, and “Lord/and Lady Algy” took the boards, Willlam Faversham, as Lom Algy, played the English sporting nobleman with all his old-time fascination. Lady Algy gave Hilda Spong opportunity for ing to a woman. moderate priced. $1,50, pairs in a box, $1.50 per pair, ping, Everyday Wear. quisitely rendered movement being the wecond, the slow, plaintive andante, well recelved, a y The first number was the tro D major| “Lord and Lady Alay" was rechived TAs WAIST HOUSE ailegro, andanting "plu tosto allegreito, | with all the enthusiasm of a frst night, | fa) aydn Which proves that a goml play, ev o Tec eaaae ho ee! Bon ttas Loe violin anidll Aro ner at srulT rapoR teat Garon a veay | Hse eee cea enr ue cuaa te tee ESTABLISHED OVER 25 YEARS N. S. 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The prices have been sub- jected to a most generous. reduction. Dolls, kid body, bisque head, long curly hair, moving or stationary eyes, 20, 21 and 22 inches long. Formerly $1.00. Special at 59c Dolls, jointed kid body, bisque head, curly hair, moving or stationary e¥es, 12 to 15 inches long. Formerly 50c. Special at 29¢ Dolls, jointed kid body, bisque head, ctrly hair, moving or stationary eyes, 10 to 13 inches long. Formerly 25c. Special at 15 Dressed Dolls, bisque head, moving eyes, curly hair, 16 to 20 inches long. Special at 95¢ ~ Gun Metal Jewelry. FOR MEN AND WOMEN. 10. Cigarette Ca , square:< or round cor’s, Value $3.75. Special at $2.50 Cigarette Cases, jewelled, Value $4.50. Special at $3.50 Cigarette Cases, with applied silver, set with semi-precious stones. Value $6,00. Special at $4.50 Cigarette Cases, with applied silver, in new and elaborate desisins. Value $8.50. Special at $6.50 _ Match Safes. i Value $1.50. Special at 95e. vest pocket size. 125. Special at 95c Card Cases, vest pocket size, jewelled, Value $2.25. Special at $1.75 Chains, various designs, set with col- ored stones, 60 to 72 inches long. Value $2.50. Special at $3.75 Chains, set with Rhinestones, Ame- thysts and kindred stones. Value $4.50. Special at $3.50 Gift Canes. We have them as elaborate as good taste will permit, and so severely plain that all their beauty has its source in the wood of which they are fashioned. Cane’ of Partridge, or Acacia Wood, trimmed with ‘sterling silver, in new pestis good yalue. At $1.45 & $1.95 28 of various woods with handles o Sterling silver, inieie ivory, or inlaid horn At $5.25 to $19.50 Parisian Gangs, highly polished woods, sunk~silver designs,in chaste and ex~ clusive effects. At $3.50 & $5.00 Auto & Carriage Robes.| Not alone because of the comfort ii Stsi =| OPPENHEIM.GLLINS = G _ Place on Sale the Entire Sample Line and Surplus Stock From Their Wholesale Department. | | Consisting of Tailored Suits, Costumes, Outergarments and Waists, At One-Half Regular Prices. 250 Ladies’ Tailored Walking Suits of Cheviots, Broadcloths and Zibelines; 15 00 regular values $25.00, $30.00 and $35.00 . | 4 100 High Class Tailored Suits, retuced from $40.00 and $30.00..25,00 Cloak Department. Special Values. $20 Kersey and Zibeline Coats, with or without capes $50 Velour Outergarments. $100 Fur Lined Outergarments.- tees $30 Short Kersey Jackets, with military braid trimmingesse., $5.00 a i i Waist Department. Special Values. ‘ An exceptional line of Ladies’ Waists,- of Crepe de Chine, Peau ae : Cygne and Louisine, with medallions and insertions of lace; manufactured to retail at $8.00, $9.00 and $10.00,.......ss60s008,. 5.00 5.90 $10 Irish Crochet Lace Waists, silk lined... ! ' Taffeta Silk Petticoats, deep accordion ‘plaited flounc double row of ruching; value $8.00 and $9.00, Broadway & Fifth Ave., Cor, 21st St. they give, but also for the dignity they lend to an equipage, must your robes be without marks of ‘service. Our department all but exhausts the subject. Prices are very modest. Robes of genuine black Bear Fur, extra large. At $127.50 Robes ‘of Black Siberian Dog Fur; lined with Beaver Cloth. At $16.50 Robes of Beaver Cloth, Opossum, Racoon, Siberian Dog, Hair Seal,.and kindred furs, from’ $10.00 to $75.00 Robes of heavy Beaver Cloth, in ns green or black, interlined. At $13.50 Robes of fine Beaver Cloth, in black, green or blue, face and lining of same fabric. At $7,50 Livery Robes. At $5.00 to $30.00 Robes of Silk or Mohair Plush. At $3.50 to $22,50, ee EERE = Women’s Dept. Holiday Gifts. Sill Petticoats, 3.95 to 10,00 Silk Waists, 2.95 to 25,00 1 Sweaters, 2.95 to 8.50 Fur Sets, 15.00 to 250,00 Neckwear Novelties, 25¢. to 4.50) Belts & Girdles, 50c. to 5,00 Rain Coats, 10,00 & 15.00 (Special Prices). Walking Skirts, 3,95 & 5.00 (Special Prices), Yourke Cartas. Broadway and 13th St. Ethereal Value $6.50. Value $10.00. Value $12.50. Robes of Turkish ‘Towelling, with or without hood, a variety of patterns, Value $5 to $7. Special at $3.95 Gift Fans At Special Pri eS. Fans of silk and gauze, plain, painted, or spangled wood or bone sticks. Value 75c. and $1.00. Special at S0c Fans of silk and gauze, white or black, plain or elaborated. Value $1.25. Special at 75¢ Fans of spangled gauze, hand elabor- ated or cated bone sticks and edges, Value $3.00 Special at $1.95 Fans of silk gauze, carved, and spangled bone sticks, or of lace in black or white, plain or painted. + Special at $2.50 Fans of silk gauze, hand painted, and fancy spangled centre, carved bone sticks, in various shapes; also several designs in black spangled Fans, with caryed ebony sticks. jal at $8.50 Pans of Chantilly lace, with painted and spangled centre, sticks of Oriental pearl, also of spangled silk or painted gauze. Valuc $8.00. Special at $5.50 Fans of silk gauze, lace edge and centre, plain, hand painted or spangled, sticks of mother-of-pearl, also small novelty fans in various shapes, 4n steel or gilt spangles. Value up to $10.00. Special at $7.50 Fans of real lace, plain, hand painted or spangled gauze, in black or white, sticks of mother-of-pearl or real shell, plain or elaborated. At $10.00 to $30.00 Furnishings for Men. Most any man would be proud to know that the taste of some one dear to him influenced the selection of his personal requisites. and design those which we sponsor are in absolute good taste, even though the prices do not indicate it. Nechwear of rich, heavy, imported and domestic silks, in all new shapes. \ , At 50tito $2.50. Handkerchiefs of plain hemstitched linen, with or without initial. Per Dozen, At $1.50 to eee Handkerchief of silk, At 50c. to.$1£0, Swapenders of silk, in a variety y ancy weaves and’ colors, packed in’ holiday boxes. At 50c. to $3.00. Mounted with Sterling Silver Buckles, At $1,00 to Ryening Dress Shields of various fabrics. At $3.50 to $5.50, Robes and House Coats One-Third to One- Regular Prices.: House Coats of reversible plain or fancy cloth, collar, cuffs and pockets trimmed with reverse side of fabric, cloth binding and silk cord edge. Value $7 and $8. Value $10.00 Special at Special at TINY TALES OF THE ABC'S, is for Vigor. There’s lots in this bull; Broadway, ~ 33d to 34th Street. in their daintiness,. yet strong enough in construction, to twithstand the often strenuous service which they must render. In form Half Less. than Special at $4.50: Special at $6.50 House Coats of fancy Matelasse or, of Velvet, in black, blue, or brown. Value $12.50 to$15. Spe i Blanket Robes in jacquarded and figured designs, excellent'patterhs. Special at $4.95 7.50 8.75 ! at $9,50 “Take the bull by the horns” 1904 WORLD ALMANAC Ready January Ist. — The Best Book of Its Kind ‘ Ever Published. And give World Wants a pall The) “Pulling” Want is porene le. ¢ millions end er of the Wore Y “y ‘Werta to-the . iy * . re re Re he