The evening world. Newspaper, May 26, 1916, Page 13

ope ae meneame ape i Aas Ny ( _THE EVENING WORLD, FRIDAY, MAY 26, 1916, __ 1s Oneness (Re TT THE NEW PLAYS ie OCNUUONNTTUHVR NAAT AVVO BAPTA TEATRO NTA TTT TTT UPN : LTS yy Theatre. Tree’s Very Merry “Wives of Windsor.” BY CHARLES DARNTON ju how much two handsome, | high-» ited actresses mean to! a per ance of “The Merry Wives of sor’ was proved last might at the New Amsterdam Theatre When Henrietta Crosman and Cone | @tance Collier gaily Jaunched them- elves into Sirf rt Tree's produce tion of = Shak sollicking comedy Miss ( sure, had been @een as 3 at the Criterion Hut this time she bloomed @8 a full-blown Sha arian com- edienng, thanks, perhaps, to the Tree Of Wisdom tiat marked the produc- thon. She romped into the plays with ® joyousness that was nothing less than infectious. Miss Collier, as Mis- tress Ford, wat hat rare creature, @ beautiful woman with a sense of humor. \ Thanks to these two actresse! Tree's very “Merry Wives of Wind- sor” proved a most frollcsome affair. In the reading of Falstaff's letter, be- traying the correspondence school of Jove-making, Miss Crosman and Miss Collier were delightful, and then kept up their captivating work to the end. By way of taking liberties Miss Gros- man got under a tablecloth and Miss Collier made a chest her hiding place when Master Ford instituted a search of his house for poor old Falstaff. At another time they actually sat upon the “fat knight” by way of resting after an effort to raise him from the floor. : For his part, Tree was a colossal Falstaff. ie made up in bulk what he lacked in spirit, There was Little life in his performance. He moved and taiked too slowly to be a possible || source of alarm to the mischievous wives, and he lacked the robust qual- ity that Thomas A. Wise gave to the character at the Criterion Theatre. || Nal But his good nature made itself felt from the moment he stepped on the Stage until he danced off with a Pretty little “fairy"—a mere tot—in the Wandsor Forest gambol. He @eemed to be giving a sort of May testi ival in honor of Shakespeare, For that matter al! the participants in the final scene danced until they ap- peared to be weak in the knees. In- cidentally, a new to the rican stage marked the performance, ani there were also ocoasional reminders that English actors never quite forget Drury Lane their extravagant pantomime = in treatment of Shakespearian comedy. However, the performance as a whole was excellent. An especially bit of acting was done by hm as Pistol were acer On the other hand Henry ‘was Geadiy ag Dr. Cains. He tBis eccentric character seem jah rather than French. Maud was an acquisitive Mistress and Virginia Fox Brooks a ‘unromanti opens the season for Summer wear. Our suits for men, ' full or half-lined, at $15 and $20 are extra value. Other fabrics up to t deal of “business” Furs Repaired at Reasonable Cost Vhis is the dull season in the fur business, and the most opportune time to have your furs repaired is NOW. Our prices are very moderate, Sith Floor. A special event for Saturday Women’s Jersey Silk and Pongee Sport Dresses, $18.50 In four new and attractipe models These smart sports dresses are the most attractive shown this season. The new style notes in pockets, belts and skirts are delightful. And at this modest price, we have set a new standard of value in sports dresses at $18.50. The models are suitable for seashore, mountain, golfing, or tennis. Made in combinations of silk Jersey and crepe de Chine, in stripe effects, in pongee with plain skirt and striped coat; or striped:coat with plain skirt. Colors:—amber, green, Copenhagen blue, rose. Sizes 34 to 42. Specially prepared for Saturday New Tub Dresses for Women at $7.95, $10, $12.50 Smart sport models in Russian blouse effects, with col- ored coat and white skirt; all white with stripe trimming, or in stripes with white trimming. Tailored linen dresses with detachable guimpe, in semi-Princess or straight line effects. Also—accor- dion or side plaited dresses in plaids and stripes. Colors:—navy, pink, blue or green; and tn black or white. Sizes 34 to 44. For Saturday, May 27th A Most Remarkable Sale of Women’s Smart Tailleur Suits in three special groups at [si5] [$20] [$25] Regular stock prices $25 to $50 All of these suits, without one exception, are from our regu- lar stock. The models are the very latest, showing many original style touches by foremost European modistes. The most wanted fabrics and colors are represented, and the tailoring is of a kind known only in euits of the finer sort. Some of the materials: Poiret Twill Velour and Shepherd Checks Faille Soiree Silk and Wool Combinations Gros de Londre and —Serges All sizes, 34 to 44, and some models up to 50 bust. Three Remarkable Values for Saturday in Women’s New Sport Suits in a most inclusive selection of the season’s newest materials and colors. Saks & Compan Broadway at 34th Street Telephone ¥ 2626 Greeley For Saturday Only—Extraordinary Sale of Women’s Sport Coats at $7.95 The illustration at left shows one of the newest and most attractive sport coats, made of Angora fin- \ ished sport cloth, offered tomor- | |\\ row at the very special price a; of $7.95. j/ Convertible collar, belt and / cuffs are in white. Body of sweater may be obtained in rose, Copenhagen blue, green, gold or white; also solid colors. At the price quoted, this is the greatest value in Angora finished sport cloth coats we have ever offered or seen. Women’s Sport Coats of Wool Jersey at $12.50 In the new “Prince Chap” model, with notch collar, set- in-sleeves and mannish pockets. Obtainable in Copen- hagen blue, green, gold, field mouse, rose or white. Silk Jersey Sport Wool Jersey Sport Coats at $15 Coats at $19.50 Remarkable value. A three- Three distinct models, with quarter length model, with | new convertible collar, pouch sailor collar, belt and cuffs in} or patch pockets and {belt. contrasting color. Obtainable | One model stiched with white. in gold and green, Copenhagen | Beautifully made and may be blue and white; rose and white; | had in Copenhagen blue, tan, American beauty and white, | gold, green, field mouse, purple All sizes. and green and gold. or white. Ideal for Decoration Day and Summer Wear Women’s Washable Sport Skirts $2.95, $3.95 and $5 In a most inclusive array of the very latest models, made of Belgian or French linen, corduroy, crepe cloth, pique, Priualaa and Bedford cords, gabardine and crepe cloth. In white or colors. Waistbands to 36. Also Women’s New Silk Sport Skirts in every desirable color From $12.50 to $25 In pleated or flare models, with new belts and pockets. The materials include silk Jersey, satin checks, pussy- willow, khaki kool, pongee and silk poplins. In all sizes, For Tomorrow, Saturday Sale of 720 Draw-String Bags at $2.95 In five new hand-made models, liberally stecl beaded, copies of imported bags, which usually sell at much higher prices. Made in black and in navy moire and faille. Silk lined and fitted with mirror and change purse. Also—Sterling Silver Mesh Bags, $18.50 Reduced from $25 With narrow frames and deep skirt of fine soldered mesh. W Men’s Motor Cycle Suits, $5 Made of U. S$. Government standard khaki cloth. In Norfolk model, with trousers or breeches. Well tailored throughout. Sixth Floor. In the Misses’ Dept., on Saturday A Sale of 273 Misses’ Suits Regularly sold from $25 to $49.50 Reduced to $14, $22 and $26 Every suit in this important sale for tomorrow is an undisputed bargain. They are all from our regular stock, made in the latest sport, dressy and tailored models. Fash- oned in the most desired plain and novelty fabrics, and tailored to a nicety. The greatest suit oalues of the season. Ages 14 to 18 years. 206 Smart Coats for Misses Formerly sold from $12.50 to $29.50 Reduced to $7.75, $15 and $16.75 Beautifully made of plaids, mixtures, covert cloth, gabardine and serges, in belted, ripple and sport models. Half or full lined with peau de cygne. Sines range from 14 to 18 years. Misses’ Voile Dresses Saturday at $7.95 Charming new tier, ruffled and sport models, with large cape col- lar of self material. In white, combined with stripes or solid colors. Others with lace trimmed organdie collar and cuffs. Sizes 14 to 18 years. Misses’ Silk Dresses Saturday at $18.50 Dressy models in navy or Hague blue taffeta, combined with Geor- gette crepe, and new sports mod- els in fine quality crepe de Chine, shantung or pongee in awning stripes with solid color trimming. Sizes 14 to 18 yrs. Also—A Sale of 244 Girls’ Coats formerly sold from $7.50 to $22 Reduced to $4, $6, $10 and $13 This inclusive collection is representative of everything new in coats for girls. They are in the most wanted materials and colors. Sizes 6 to 14 years. : New Summer Dresses for Girls At $1, $1.50, $2 and $2.95 In a wonderful assortment of coatee, two-piece sport, smocked and one-piece Russian effects. Made of chambray and ging- ham, in stripes, checks and plaids; awning stripes, linene, repp, striped and figured voiles and lawn. Girls’ and Misses’ Middy Blouses for Saturday at 95c In an excellent assortment of belted, smocked, Norfolk, regu- lation and coat models. Made of twill khaki and awning stripes. Sizes 6 to 22 years. Second Floor. For Saturday, May 27 Women’s Riding Suits, $15 Finely tailored coat and breeches, made of natural pure linen and standard Olive Khaki cloth. Motor Apparel Shop, Sixth Floor. sot . a. $35 and $40. _ Blue flannel | port coats, $7.50. % Good-weight white At $19.50 One model illustrated. New sport and travel models, beautifully made of wool or silk Jersey, stripe shantung or heather cloth. Full coats, with novel ideas in pockets, belts and collars. Plain tailored or plaited skirts. Remarkable value. At $25 ‘Smart models in wool At $29.50 —Reautitully tailored Jersey, plain or stripe silk Jersey | new sport and travel suits of and Shantung in plain colors or | stockinette, milanese silk, Cas stripes. Also many models in solid | cadeau; plain, fancy stripe and colors, with contrasting collars | polka dot pongee. Featuring and cuffs and the new plain or | every new idea in plain and pleated skirts. pleated skirts. Fourth Floor Saks Belted and Pleated Back Suits for Youths at $15 Will please the most critical Metropolitan Junior In_the Boys’ Clothing Dept., Saturday A Sale of 165 Boys’ Norfolk Suits at $7.75 Formerly priced at $8.95 to $10.95 Extra knickers included. These suits have been made for service, and are from our regular stock. ‘They have been tailored with unusual care, and are made of hard-wearing fancy mixtures and navy serge. Ages 7 to 18 years. FOR SATURDAY ONLY Boys’ Blue Serge Suits, $5 ets M _ flannel trousers, “special at $3.75. |... It’s straw hat week; ‘ get yours today. Straws, $2 to $4. Leghorns, Bangkoks and Panamas, || $4 to $8. Silk Shirts and ! For tomorrow, Saturday A wonderful display of 200 New £555 Honderlats HOWING every new idea in sport millinery. Hats for every kind of sporis wear are in- cluded, and the styles and colors are the most exquisite ever seen at such moderate cost. Illustrated at left is a { Illustrated at right is a quaint mushroom — style | charming sport hat made hat, made of good quality | of Copenhagen blue faille French felt, prettily com- | silk, with natural leghorn bined with peanut straw, | facing. Flower medallions hand-embroidery and rib- | in straw are used for the bon, ors et Tailored and finished Smart models, made of all-wool blue serge. to withstand hard usage. Ages 7 to 18. Palm Beach or Wool Crash Boys’ Suits at $4.95 The coolest suits for Summer wear, in smart, well-tailored models, Will wash like linen and wear like suits made of wool fabrics. Obtainable in gray or tan. Sizes 7 to 17. Misses’ & Girls’ Panama Hats, $2.65 Remarkable value. In shapes especially suited to sports wear. Also--very attractive trimmed hats in fancy straws, reduced to $2.65 for quick clearance, Second Floor Cut along lines admirably suited to the younger set, these suits are the one best bet for youths this season, = They are obtainable at Saks in all the most wanted fabrics and colors, = tailored to a nicety by specialists in suits for young men, a Everything for Boys, ?: Fhe same as for Men: | trimming Our assortment is the largest in the city, which eliminates any pos- Broadway, Cooper Sq Ma sibility of unsatisfactory selection. Sizes 32 to 36, Fulton St, at De Kalb Ay,