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THE DAILY STANDARD UNION: BROOKLYN. 'NOVEMBER 1902. IB- HOWARD COLORED ORPHAN ASYLUM NEW MANAGEMENT At a Meeting Yesterday the Resignation of Mr. Lee Was Accepted and Mr. Bagnoll Was Appointed in His Stead The New Man Comes Highly Recommended and the Expectation is That the Asylum Will Now Enter Upon a Phase of Prosperity.

Paines Celery "Compound CURES RHEUMATISI1. the foppish young nobleman scored a hit. The remainder of the cast did good work. At the end of act three, where Gil De Berault parts with Renee, the audience was roused to a high pitch of enthusiasm and several recalls were demanded. It was a powerful scene, and was played with intense passion and pathos.

The final curtain was at 10:50. Laughlin, Southerner by adoption; Walter Chester as a confidential scout, Ernest Sands and Albert Stone as Confederate officers, George W. Marks as fiergt. Mclntlre, Irishman; Jennie Austin ns Julian Esmond, son of the planter, and Harry MacDonald as his friend and manager. The performance closed at 10:20 oclock.

several months and was given charge until Jan. or until the new board elected his successor. His work has been satisfactory. The Rev. Dr.

Goodell Joined In expressing his satisfaction at Mr. Lees work. At the regular meeting of the A. M. E.

Ministers Union, which Is composed of the pastors of the A. M. E. churches In Greater New York and on Long Island, the following resolutions, where were drafted by a committee appointed for that purpose, were unanimously adopted: "To the President and Members of the A. M.

E. Ministers' Association of Brooklyn. Greater New York: "Brethren. Your committee appointed to consider the present negotiations for the permanent success of the Howard Colored Orphan Asylum respectfully submit the following: "First We most sincerely regret the state of affairs which has characterized the management of the home, and we also feel that the congregations which we severally Represent likely regret these conditions. "Second We feel that in the abandon-men of the home or in its dissolution and the removal of the children to other institutions, as was proposed, that the race would have sustained the loss of enterprise by which It is possible for us to prove our capacity to manage honestly.

ably and intelligently such an institution. "Third Whereas, out of the confidence reposed In us by those in a position to have caused the suspension of the asylum and the withdrawal of all support, both municipal and charitable; and Whereas, They are endeavoring to make possible the continuance of the institution on a flrst-rlass basis, according us six trustees of the race in a number of eleven, and other positions, which still offers the opportunity to prove both our appreciation, interest and zeal for the institution; therefore, be It Resolved, That we hereby extend to the Board of Managers and all persons interested in the institution our sincere thanks and appreciation, nnd we take these means to assure them that the progressive members of our race in this city receive most cordially this opportunity to demonstrate the fact that we possess both men and women eapahle and worthy of showing practical appreciation of the confidence expressed in our integrity. Be It further "Resolved, That we hereby pledge t' the management our personal support and co-pperatlon, and likewise the support and co-operation of the church and Sunday schools thqt we represent. Be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be presented at the ensuing meeting of the Board of Managers and Trustees; that they be published and read ir the presence of our churches and Sunday schools on the Sunday following Thanks-gtving. Signed John M.

Palmer, St. John A. M. E. Ghurch, F.

F. Giles. W. T. Osmun.

B. F. Lovd, Walter Mason, A. J. Henry.

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A large audience greeted Its production last night, and several curtain calls occurred during the play. The ragged hero is a tramp whose daughter has been wronged and of whom he is In search. of course, he eventually finds her and all is well. In the meantime there is a murder of a father by his ron, the putting of the blame for it upon an innocent man, with all the important circumstances, hlch make up the rest of the play. The scenes are well worked up, and there are some specialties Interjected, which pleased th auditors.

Hal Brown as the ragged hero played his part very well. Gertrude Sulggett enacted the country girl In a careful and amusing manner. The other members of the cast, each of whom performed their role cleverly, were Albert Shirley, Johr S. Wallace, J. Fhllip Smith, James Mnlaldy, Frank Bell Norman Roberts, Mark Webster, Joseph King, Alfred Sldwrll, Albert Rowlands, Marcus Stone, John J.

Kearney, Julia West, Katharine McKey, Hattie Fielding and Dixie McKey. VAUDEVILLE AT THE 0RPHEUM. As the Orpheum Is looked upon as one of the most popular and best appointed places of amusement In this borough, so ure its generous and costly bills of attraction looked upon In the same way, and last night was no exception to the rule, for the bill was a remarkably strong one and the audience, unusually large, was hearty and demonstrative In its applause. Thomas J. Ryan and Mary Richfield in a comedy sketch, entitled "Mag Haggertys Father," kept the audience In a roar.

Mr. Ryan cleverly impersonated a retired Irishman stopping at Atlantic City, while Miss Richfield was quite natural In her part as his daughter. Reldy and Currier in a singing act, entitled "Proposing, rendered vocal music with good effect. Bins and Bins, Just over from the other side, proved themselves to be musical comiquos of no mean ability. For quick character changes and clever singing Eva Mudge was, indeed, a pronounced success.

Alf Grant in a monologue created considerable merriment. The feature of the nights programme, however, was the first appearance In America of Ida Fuller, who comes direct from the Empire Theatre, Lon, don, in her new and beautiful electrical sensation, "Le Feu and Zephyrus." It Is divided into three scenes, the first representing "The Goddess of the second. "Sunshine and Storm." and the last, "Cavern of the Sorceress." The entire production is beautiful, bewildering and startling, and richly merited the applause it brought forth. Wormwood's dogs and monkeys was a complete show Itself. The animals are all of the intelligent kind and many wonderful tricks were performed by them.

As a perfect gymnast Alcide Capitan has full claim. She possesses, also, a perfect figure and a winsome way. The well-known minstrel halladlst, Spencer Kelly, sang with excellent effect and was heartily applauded. The Bagessens, as waiter and waitress, were very funny and juggled cleverly. "East Lynne," a speelal and interesting feature, was given in the moving picture, and closed a very-excellent performance at 11.30 o'clock.

VAUDEVILLE AT HYDE ANDBEHMANS. One of the best vaudeville bills seen in this city for some time opened at Hyde and Behman's last night. Chief among the attractions is the first appearance of Mary Norman In a unique and original monologue, in which she cleverly impersonates the foibles of society women in various cities. An entertaining sketen, Parlor by the old favorites, Eugene O'Rourke and Nellie Eltlng, was well received. Avery Strakosch rendered several operatic solctions In a pleasing manner.

Foy and Clark, in "The Spring of Youth nnd "A Bit of Nonsense. by Fisher and Carroll, were both clever and amusing The second and last week of Lottie Brandon is her daring and thrilling bicycle act. lovoplng the Loop," attracts as much attention as when sh first appeared. The rest of the bill was well rounded out by Scott and Wilson in a laughable skit, The Farmer an 1 Edwards and Ronney. Irish comedians, and the Romany Trio, vocal At a special meeting of the Board of Managers of the Brooklyn Howard Colored Orphan Asylum, held yesterday afternoon in the Orphanage on Dean street, near Troy avenue, the Rev.

Pow-hattan E. Bagnall, of Paterson, N. was elected as superintendent of the asylum, in the place of. Prof. W.

F. Johnson, who for thirty years was superintendent until recently removed on account of certain irregularities In connection with the finances of the institution. Rev. Mr. Bagnall was endorsed for the position by Dr.

Booker T. Washington, Dr. C. D. Shaw of the Second Presbyterian Church of Paterson, and other Influential churchmen and laymen, and was elected unanimously.

The new superintendent is the pastor ol the St. Augustine Presbyterian Church of Paterson, N. J. He was highly recommended to the Board for "his Christian virtues, his scholarly attainments as well aB his fitness for the superintendency." Dr. 9.

Glffard Nelson presided over the special meeting, and Prof. Charles A. Dorsey acted as secretary. There were other names presented to the Board for election to the superin-ttndeney, among them. Dr.

M. R. Franklin, the presiding elder of the New York Conference of the A. M. E.

Zion Church; Dr. J. H. Gordon, of the Baptist Temple of Manhattan, and Dr. William R.

Law-ton, formerly pastor of the Riloam Presbyterian Churrh of Brooklyn, and the present leader of the Eleventh ward Re-I ubllcans. But Dr. Booker T. Washingtons high endorsement of Rev. Mr.

Bagnall won for the new superintendent, and he was chosen by a unanimous vote. The name of the Rev. Mr. Bagnall was presented to the Board by Prof. C.

A. Dorsey, the secretary of the Board of Trustees, who spoke in the most complimentary terms of him, and said that under his management the asylum would take qpi a new lease of life and would be a blessing to the community. After the meeting had adjourned Dr. Goodell, of the Board of Trustees, said to a Standard Union representative: "It was the unanimous sentiment of the Board that a mnrried man should be at the hend of the Institution. The asylum Is now practically In good shape.

"This is all I desire to say. Before the new superintendent assumes charge I will make a full statement concerning the recent developments in connection with the former management." The following letter, consisting of the resignation of Charles P. Lee, was presented to the Board: "To the Board of Managers of the Brooklyn Howard Colored Orphan Asylum: Dear Sirs, Your Board having committed to me the superintendency of the Brooklyn Howard Colored Orphan Asylum until the 1st of January next. I nevertheless think proper to present my resignation and retire from the position at this time In order that your Board may be at perfect liberty to carry out your purposes for the asylum." Lee had been employed at the asylum and Instrumental soloists. The performance ended at 10.40.

ELEANOR ROBSON" IN AUDREY AT THE MADISON SQUARE. "Audrey, a dramatization of Mary Johnsons novel of the same name, was played for the first time in New York City last night, at the Madison Square Theatre, in Twenty-fourth street, Manhattan, by a well-selected company, with Eleanor Robson at the head of the cast. The theatre was filled with a fashionable audience, among whom were many friends of Miss Robson and the other players. It was a Liebler production, dnd as such elaborate in all the details of scenery, costumes and stage settings. The interest of the play centered in Miss Robson's portrayal of Audrey, the maid of the woods and dreams and fancies.

She gave an artistic interpretation of the part and won the hearty applause of the audience and bouquets of roses and violets in addition to curtain calls. Others in the large cast who appeared to advantage were James E. Wilson, as Marmaduke Haward. Audreys guardian nnd lover; George Woodward, as Gideon Darden, the bibulous pastor; Frederick Perrv, as Jean Huyon, the half-breed Indian: Selene Johnson, as Evelyn Byrd, a Virginia belle: Ada Dwyer, as Deborah Darden, the pastors wife: Ger trude Gheen. as Martha Jaquelin, and Helen Robertson as Mme.

Byrd. The music was specially composed for the play by Henry' H. Hadley, who led the orchestra last night nnd received considerable applause for his delightful compositions; and what Is more rare for a musical composer, hisses for his stirring piece, "The Indian." depicting the villain of the play. Another number that was greatly appreciated by the audience was "Audreys Despair," played just before the churrh scene, the most impressive act in the play. Mr.

Had-Itys music Is simple and thoroughly- expressive of the scenes of the production. The church scene is somewhat daring, yet nevertheless a most pleasing feature of the play. In it the congregation sings "All Hall the Power of Jesus' Name," the minister preaches a strong sermon nnd denounces Audrey nH a wanton, and the bibulous pastor Gideon Darden, who has been temporarily shut out of his pulpit, asserts his manhood and defends Audrey against the hitter slanders that are hurled at her from nil sides. Miss Robson's acting. too, reaches a climax In this scene, where Hugon, the half-breed, makes love to her after all others have left the churrh, leaving Audrey, ns she believes, alone.

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THE NEW SOUTH AT THE BIJOU. "The New South," a powerful melodrama by Joseph Grlsmer, was given its first production In Brooklyn yesterday by the Spooper Stock Company, and was witnessed by largje audiences at both performances. As its title Indicates, it treats of life in the South at the present time, and, in the elucidation of the plot, the effects of the enfranchisement of the colored population and the evils of the convict lease system are skillfully worked in, while a military dash gives color to the piece and adds to Its attractiveness. Jefferson Gwynne, who Is running for Crngress, misinterprets the presence of Capt. Ford and his company of regulars In that section on election day, and, during an altercation with him, Is stunned bv the Captain's sword scahbard.

While lying unconscious he is stabbed and killed by a negro political leader whom he has horsewhipped, and the Captain Is convicted of the crime, and leased out as a convict. Jefferson's sister, Georgia, becomes convinced of the Captain's innocence, and has the lease transferred to herself to afford him an opportunity to prove his innocence. This the Captain succeeds in doing, and also In winning the Southern girl's heart, and all ends happily. Augustus Phillips portrayed the role of Harry Ford, the Northern captain, In his usual forceful and convincing manner, and Edna May Spooner, as Georgia Gwynne, acted the part of the loyal-hearted Southern girl with a grace and dignity that won for her unstinted applause. Harold Kennedy was seen In a congenial role qs Dr.

Tom Lincoln, and his love scenes with Jessie McAllBter as Bessie Fessenden were delightful1 amusing. Their songs and dances were also well received. Olive Grove gave a clever character sketch as Mrs. Abigail Newport, and Robert Ransom gave a typical representation of the old Southern war horse as Gen. Heuston Gwynne.

Hal Clarendon made a satisfactory villain as Paul Fitzhugh, the convict lessee, and good work was done by Ben. F. Wilson as Jefferson Gwynne, Frank Lindon as Sampson, the negro politician, and Virginia Zollmann as Kate Fessenden. Claude Thardos songs between acts were well received. The play was beautifully mounted, and came to a conclusion at 10:60.

THE CHAPERONS AT THE FOLLY. "The Chaperons, as played by Frank L. Perley's talented comedians, was given Its initial performance yesterday afternoon at the Folly, in the Eastern District. Good-sized audiences attended the afternoon and evening presentation, and the delight and appreciation of the patrons were manifested In frequent outbursts of applause. "The Chaperons" but recently had a phenomenal run In Manhattan, consequently Its value as a bright, up-to-date musical farce has been fully established.

The cast Includes many of the original celebrities, and without exception they measured up to their usual standard of excellence. Walter Jones, as Algernon O'Shaunnessy, George K. Henery, as Adam Hogg, Thomas H. Burton, as Augustus; Robert Leeland, as Signor Ricardo Hassini; Edd Redway. ns Schnitzel; Albert Barrington, as Tom Schuyler.

Trixie Friganza, as Arman-tine Dedlneourt; Eva Tnnguay, as Phro-ste: Sallle Fisher, as Violet Smllax; May Boley, as Hortense, and Mae Steffins, as Jacquelln, deserve much commendation for admirable work In their various characters and specialties. The play was elaborately staged, and the scenic and electrical effects were In keeping with the elegant costumes worn by the ladies in the cast. A well-trained and competent chorus of forty voices gave excellent support to the several soloists during the progress of the show. The Folly orchestra of soloists, under the direction of Edward R. Slafer, rendered a number of classical selections, adding much to the Interest of the entertainment.

The performance concluded at 10 55. FOR FAIR VIRGINIA AT THE GOTHAM. At the Gotham, Broadway and Fulton street, Inst night, the Elite Stock Company presented "For Fair Virginia." a beautiful story of the South, by Russ Whytal, produced under the direction of Edmund Day. The play is devoted to the time of the Ciil War, nnd Is in four acts. The scenes represent the plantation of Edward Esmond and the interior of his homestead.

The part of Esmond, who Is described ns a Southern Yankee, as taken very acceptably by D.n id Conger. Caroline Franklyn won applause as Nell Esmond, distinctively Yankee girl. Edmund Day made a hit as Uncle Zeb, "essence of old Virginia." Others In the cast were Joseph L. Treacy as John ANNUAL WAY DOWN EAST AT THE ACADEMY OF MUSIC. Way Down East," wljh Its elaborate scenery and wealth of accessories, was presented at the Academy of Music last night under the management of William A.

Brady. The company comprises many who appeared in the original presentation and, as a natural consequence, there was not a hitch in the performance to mar the effect in fart, Mr. Brady has taken special piins to have this week's engagement at the Academy of Music the best of all. The audience was a large one, and the Interest manifested In the plain and homelike characters was in evidence at all times. Not only Is 'Way Down East" a wholesome play, but it is a clean one, and appeals to all classes.

It has a moral, and a good one. A young and trusting woman is wronged by a false marriage to a man whom retribution overtakes. Phoebe Davis, who takes this-part, wins the sympathy of the audience by the clever manner In which she interprets her lines. Archie Boyd took the role of Squire Amasa Bartlett, nnd gave complete satisfaction. Sara Stevens, as the Squire's wife, and Ulrle B.

Collins, as his son, David, won much favor by excellent acting. Robert Gail-lard, as Lennox Sanderson, whose part was that of the villain, did his work in a creditable manner. Others who appeared In the cast and whose work was excellent were Marlon L. Shirley, Frank Currier. John E.

Brennan, Ella Hugh Wood, Charles A. Burke, J. H. Bunny, J. H.

Davis, Horace Wright. Glover Ware, Estelle Ward, Nellie Hart, Cora Campbell, Benjamin Ackerman, Frank Herbert, Fred Wallace ar.d Louise Lehman. The curtain rings down on the lest a at 11:20 P. M. Matinees will be given tomorrow, Thursday and Saturday.

THE TWO ORPHANS AT PAYTONS. In the selection of "The Two Orphans" as the Thanksgiving week attraction the Payton Company has, shown excellent Judgment. The play as presented last night by this capable company succeeded in holding the interest of the audience at the highest tension until the end of the performance at the late hour of 11:35. This is the first time in her dramatic career that Etta Reed Payton has played the part of the blind Louise, and she did it in a manner which won for her round after round of well-deserved applause. Grace Fox as Henriette, sister of Louise, gave a splendid portrayal of the part.

In fact, the play seems to be particularly well fitted to this company, and every character Is represented in a highly creditable manner. Kirk Brown took the part of Chevalier De Vnudrey, and Claude Payton that of Marquis De Presles. W. A. Mortimer as Pierre Fro-chard, a cripple; Charles Barringer, as Jacques Frochard, and Sadie Radcliffe.

as La Frochard, mother of Pierre and Jacques, were particularly effective Others in the cast were George Hoey, as the Minister of Police; Johnnie Hoey, as Picard, valet to the Chevalier; Marguerite Fields, as Marianne, the outcast; Ethel Clifton, as Countess Llnleres, and Marie Casmere as Sister Genevieve. The scenery was particularly realistic and attractive, that of the second act, representing the Gardens of Bel Air, being especially admired. During the evening the orchestra rendered a very choice programme, and several specialties were also Introduced. MY LADY NELL AT BLANEYS. Despite the rain last evening Blaneys Theatre was crowded by an appreciative audience.

The attraction, which will be continued for the week, was Owen Davis' strong drama, "My Lady Nell. The play was well presented, with a good strong cast. It Is a story of Western life, in which the manly miner plays an important role. Joseph Galbraith as Dick Carleton. a young miner, had an opportunity to display clever acting, and he did it.

He was strong in the part, and was ably assisted by Miss Ethyl Milton, who was the leading lady, taking th part of Nell, the angel of the canyon. Miss M'lton was more, than clever, and at times was applauded for her acting the part of a young Rirl who was brought up in the rough life of a miner's camp. In her part she told how a young, uneducated girl alone was protected by the rough miners, who knew I law but their own. but who respected women. That women were respected in the early days of California was shown by the way in which the miners took care of Miss Isis Maynard as Kate Dalton.

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THE LAWS OF MOTION IN WORD AND PICTURE. In the second lecture of his Brooklyn Institute course on "Mechanics at Packer Institute last evening. Professor John S. McKay told of the laws of motion, with lantern illustrations. This technical subject was treated in an interesting manner and was divided into eight; heads, the first three dealing with fundamental ideas and terms, classes and kinds of motion, and Newtons laws of motion, while the others were devoted to the laws of uniform motion, of accelerated motion and continuous force, of rotation and circular motion, of vibratory or harmonic motion, and of undu- latory or wave motion.

Energy and Work" will be considere'1 next Monday night. Church Extension Society Seeks to Erect an Edifice on Ocean Avenue. Flatbush is to have another Methodist. Church in the near future. A movement is under way, headed by the Church Ex- tension Society, of which the Arthur W.

Byrt Is superintendent, to ganlze a new church and erect an edifice on Ocean avenue near Avenue C. There, are a large number of persons living lnj Pn pert Park South, Ditmas Park and South Midwood, who hold memberships; In dot' itown Methodist churches, who are at present attending churches ofj other denominations In the neighborhood. 1 because they find it to far to walk to the other Methodist churches In Flat-1 bush, and do not care to take the car 1 and go downtown every Sunday. In the opinion of the society these people would welcome and willingly support a Methodist church if one were organized in their midst. Mr.

Byrt and commit-' tee are looking over the ground and al-t ready they have met with much en-1 couragement. A REARING THAT i Aldermanic Committee on Tele phone Rates Waited an Hour and Then Left. At 7 o'clock last night Aldermen Walk-ley, Sullivan, McCall and tha Special Telephone Committee appointed by President Fornes to Investigate the franchises, rates and charges of telephones companies, took their seats In the Aldermanic Chamber In City Hall and patiently awaited the oneotne of citizens, for a publlo hearing had been announced on the matter. More than half an hour the Aldermen sat and waited, but no one appeared. At 7:45 17.

N. Bethell, the general manager of the New York Telephone Company, and Alexander Cameron, the counsel for the New York A New Jersey Telephone Company, entered the room. At 8 o'clock, no one else appearing. Alderman Walkley declared the meeting off, and announced to the gentlemen present that he would set a date for a hearing some day during the week. That Alderman Walkley was hasty In adjourning the hearing was evidenced by the fact that from 8 to 8:30 oclock at least half a hundred persons tried to get into City Hall and went away disappointed when the Janitor's assistant came to the door and told them that there was nothing doing." What will probably be one of the most, Interesting of publlo hearings will take place at 2:30 o'clock next Friday afternoon when Alderman Goldwaters resolution, prohibiting the keeping of dogs In' buildings wherein more than two faml-.

lies reside, is to be discussed. Since the resolution was Introduced In the Board month ago Alderman Goldwater has r-j ceived two or three hundred letters, some praising him and others denouncing him Several women have written to the clerk of the Board that they will be present and will bring their dogs with them. A statement Issued at the White House explained that the appointment of District Attorney Byrne, of Delaware, was made on the ground of merit and not recognition of the Addjcks faction; John Brews role In The Mummy and the Humming Bird, Isaac Henderson's new society play, which was enacted or the first time In Brooklyn last night at the Montauk Theatre, Is the best and most congenial one he has ever had the good fortune to appear In. As Lord Lumly, a scientist, who Is so engrossed In his studies and experiments that he neglects his young wife and falls to observe that she is pining for a larger share of his Jove and companionship, and afterward as the alert husband who out-maneuvers the oily Italian tempter who almost succeeds in running away with Lady Lumly, and who Is nicknamed the "humming bird," Mr. Drew strikes a very agreeable variation in the monotony of most of Jile previous roles, yet still has the opportunity to display the reserve powep and quiets clear-cut, effective methods for which he Is noted.

The remarkable scene In the first act, where an Italian organ-grinder (personated to the life by Lionel Barrymore) tells by signs the story of his peasant wife's seduction by the "humming bird, of her subsequent death and his (Giuseppe's) life mission of vengeance, together with the novel idea of making the villain unconsciously prescribe the method of his own punishment at the hands of Glu-' seppe, are two features of the play which alone distinguish It from the common run and make It Immediately successful. It Is, Indeed, a highly pleasing production, keeping the auditor's interest enthralled for over two hours nnd a half, and made doubly enjoyable by the natural, clever, artistic acting of all the leading players. Mr. Drew is ably supported, Guy Standing as the humming bird" villain, and Margaret Dale, as Lady Lumly, being conspicuous for meritorious work, while Lionel Barrymores character study Is one of the best hits of the season. The applause of the very large audience was extremely liberal and therp were curtain calls after every act.

play ended about 11 oclock. A GENTLEMAN OF FRANCE AT THE AMPHION. Kyrle Bellew and his company presented Harriet Fords dramatization of Stanley Weymans novel "A Gentleman of France, before a large audience at the Amphlon Theatre last evening. The play Is In eight senes, each of which Is filled with romantic lntrest. It is gorgeously staged, and In every way is one of the most sumptuous productions seen at the Amphlon this season.

Mr. Bellew received a wamn welcome upon his first appearance In the character of that poor but honest nobleman, Gaston de Marsac, and the audience showed its appreciation in applause that caused the curtain to and fall several times 'at the end of each scene. Last night his acting was strong and forceful throughout, and In no situation did he fall short of the requirements. The play has been presented in Brooklyn this season and needs no introduction here. Mr.

Bellews company is of more than average excellence. Gretchen Lyons as Mile, de la Vlre, who was twice rescued by Gaston, her jover, from a fortress In which she was held by an enemy of Prince Henry of Navarre, much assisted the star's per-formance. Her Interpretation of the part the heroine was strong, sweet and 'captivating. In the cast were: O. C.

jQulmby as Henry King of France: 'Herbert Fortier as Henry of Navarre, Frederick Bock as-Vieomte Turenne, Walter Hitchcock as Baron de Rosney, Frank Lander as M. de Bruhl, Oscar Earle as M. Fresnoy, Henry Stockbridge as Simon Felix, Louise Closser as Janet Ford as Mathurine. Caroline Butterfield as Mme. de Bruhl, and (Helen Barry as Countess de Grammont.

iThe performance ended last night at oclock. SKY FARM' AT THE GRAND OPERA HOUSE. The presentation of Sky Farm, a four-act play, presenting American country life in a realistic way, filled every seht at the Grand Opera House last night with a thoroughly appreciative audience. The company is well chosen, and every member played his or her part as if the mimic scene were the real life. The leading characters were frequently recalled before the curtain.

The scene of the play is laid in the supposed village of Cedarerest, in the Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts, at the present day, and there Is a wealth of scenery, which is a faithful reproduction of the characteristics of that picturesque region, as the parts of the players are true to the characteristics of the rural community. There Is plenty of action in the play, both serious and of a lighter nature, the Intense interest in the former being pleasantly relieved by the genuine, unforced humor of the latter. The story briefly Is this: Benjamin Breese (Scott Cooper), a man of imperious nature, who has acquired wealth, seeks an ambitious marriage for his son Warren (Ralph Dean), to whom he has given a college education; but Warren and Marigold Towers (Rose Flynn), daughter of the Rev. Milo Towers, an underpaid country parson (William H. Tooker), are in love and are secretly.

married, Warren being under age. Tne loss of a legacy should this be discovered by the father Is a leading motive of the play. A false friend betrays Warrpns confidence and things look dark for the young pair. The minister is threatened with the loss of his home, Sky Farm," bequeathed him by his father, through a codicil which leaves It to Breese, but all comes out right in the end. In the comedy parts Maud Hosford as Abhy.

the Independent servant at the Farm: Sarah Me-Vlcker, as the Widow Wilkins, village postmistress; Fay Courtenay, as Augusta Victoria Patricia, her daughter, and the village tomboy. Tully Marshall, as Stephen Tully. from the marble quarries; Charles Crosby; as Sleepy Jackson, Breeses hired man; Frank Monroe, as Canaan Kirke, the backsliding village hackman, deserve mention. The curtain was rung down at 11:10. UNDER THE RED ROBE AT THE COLUMBIA.

Under the Red Robe" was produced the Columbia Theatre last night In a most creditable manner, and the stirring scenes and thrilling climaxes won round after round of applause and several curtain calls for the leading man and lady. The action of the play moved with a smoothness that was remarkable, and strict attention was paid to the smallest detail, all of which made an almost perfect performance. The play was finely mounted, the room of the Chateau De Cocheforet and the garden scene being very elaborate. The Cross Roads In the Pyrenees also deserves mention. Of the cast, Mortimer Snow as Gil De Berault, the hero, and Miss Bertha Creighton as Renee Le Cocheforet carried oft the honors and received an ovation from a crowded house.

J. S. Macey as the mute gave a splendid piece of character acting. Edward Polan as Cardinal Richelieu was the very personification of dignity and power, Horace Mitchell as ADLER IS THANZ AGAIN. Henry Adler applied to Judge Asplnall In the County (ourt yesterday for permission change his name to Henry Thanz, which was his original name.

The applicant is a Russian, and when he mme to hls country thought that the name of Adler, which was that of his cousin, would aid him in business. His father. Isaac, who still resides in Russia, learned of the change his son had made and threatened to disinherit him unless he resumed his proper name. Upon these facts being presented to the court the request was granted. GIVES PERMIT FOR PENNSYLVANIA TUNNEL State Railroad Commission Grants Application Road Official Explains Plan.

The application of the Pennsylvania. New York and Long Island Railroad Company for permission to construct a tunnel railroad to connect the Pennsyl-ania nnd Long Island roads was granted yesterday by the State Railroad Commissioners at a meeting at the Fifth Avenue Hotel. Charles M. Jacobs, the engineer, exhibited the plans, which provide for two tunnels across the North River and four across the East River, with a single track in each tunnel, and trains to be propelled by electricity. These plans surpass in magnitude anv in the world.

It is not the Intention to establish any direct connection with the New York Central. Vice-President Samuel Rea said that the situation chosen for the terminal station, between Seventh and Ninth avenues. and 'Thirty-third and Thirty-fifth streets, was regarded as the one most suitable for all time. "It Is the plan," he said, "to run all through trains from the West to this terminal station for the unloading of passengers. nnd then proceed to the yards on Long Island, where the trains will be rienned and prepared for the return trip.

The track Intel will he forty feet below the street surface aqd the waiting room about half way between. About $7,500,000 has been expended in the purchase of property. "The Pennstlvania and the New York, New Haven tnd Haitford having ar-fffcl-ed the New York Connecting Railway, direct connection with New England by wav of Long Island City will be established nnd the use' of floats for passenger traffic done awnv with. It Is not tile Intention to employ the terminal for freight service nt all He said the road would maintain ail rf its present stations In the New Jersey side. DISBR0W TRIAL SET FOR JAN.

12. The trial of Loins A. Dlsbrow on the charge of murder in tile first degree, In connection with the death of Clarence Foster nt Good Ground Inst June, has been set down for Jan. 12, but may not be begun for some dins later. A number of well-known lawyrs are of the opinion that the jurors must be diawn in open court in which the trial is to take place, and insist that an adjournment to some date later than Jan.

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Y. BOXES Greatest in me World The autumn series of pianoforte recitals at the Assembly Hall. Adelphi College, given by Dr. Henry G. Hancliett.

under the nuspiccs of the Brooklyn Instle tute and the college, was finished yesterday afternoon In a well-arranged programme from Stelbelt and Pleyel. Chopin and Liszt. The course numbered four lecture recitals. Speaking of the first two men, Dr. Hanchett said they belonged to what might be called commercial musicians, because both were Interested In the manufacture of pianos, Stelbelt as the son of a manufacturer and Pleyel for himself.

The Chopin scherzo. No. In sharp minor, op. 39. was delightfully played by Dr.

Hanchett, who said there was littl need to speak of Chopin, who is accepted everywhere. A pleasing variety was introduced In the singing of "Madre Plcta" from "II Forza del' Destino," by Miss E. V. Gazella, a soprano of good voice and pleasing address, who has come here from Colorado to prepare for debut in grand opera. For encore she sang "Last Night." The spring course, on Living Plano forte Composers, American an For elgn, will begin on April t.

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