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...average line of jokes. Her act seems a little breathless, however, especially in contrast with the easy-going patter of Jack Benney, who amuses highly without apparent effort. Palo and Palet, "Less Bouffons Musical" received the warmest reception of all on Monday night, after their offerings on the accordion, saxophone, clarinet, trombone, and other wind instruments. They played with a versatility and ease which astonished the audience and brought many rounds of applause. Franklyn and Charles were well received also, their Apache dance being particularly effective. Charles seemed to thrive on the rough treatment he received, and the pair...
...wrote last time my wound was but a scratch and has now been all healed up for some time. I got some gas up my nose this last time which makes me wheeze, when I walk, like an old accordion and also raised a few blisters on my face, neck and chest--but fortunately did not get into my eyes very much or hit me hard enough to make much trouble, unless I over-exert...
Following each speaker was some form of entertainment. Three moving pictures were shown, "Luke's Speedy Club Life," "The Lady Killer" and "Leap Year," an animated cartoon by Goldberg. In addition there was an excellent musician who played popular airs on the accordion. The usual refreshments were served, and cigarettes were on hand...
...interest some of your readers of Hudson Maxim's "Defenseless America" to look at a chart (p. 169) showing the strength of the various navies. In this chart the "28" German "dreadnaughts" are shown in frowning black with an addition for "battle-cruisers." The scientific man is playing an accordion, for he stretches out the "28" beyond their strength. The German "dreadnaughts" are numbered from 1 to 28 and include the battle-cruisers, one of which is the much talked of "Goeben," now leading a dissolute life as a Turkish cruiser. Six of the "28" are building. Nine...
...Vissocli, the accordion virtuoso; a combination of music and life...