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There is no more tragic phenomenon in this vale of tears than the deliberate perversion of an idea or a philosophy out of its original meaning in order to serve the base purposes of its enemies. Does a Christ preach a creed of peace on earth, good will to men...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: National Affairs: A Popular Ballad Perverted | 3/17/1923 | See Source »

Joe Jackson, in his well-known character of a half-witted tramp, kept the audience convulsed without speaking a word, by attempting to steal a bicycle. The Ziegler sisters in their dance act set an example which might well be followed by other stage dancers. The Century Revue, with Jimmy...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: MAJESTIC ENTERTAINS WELL | 10/27/1921 | See Source »

Mention should be made of the excellent acting of Edward Emery as Solomon, the keen-witted connoisseur and merchant. The setting of the last act was also noteworthy

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: THE CRIMSON PLAYGOER | 10/13/1921 | See Source »

Under the most insuperable burden of a trite play the actors conducted themselves most courageously. Miss Anglin, of course, was beyond compare, and, in addition, several of the other parts were exceptionally well taken. First and foremost the acting of Max Montesole as "Patrick Griggs" stands out. As a cultivated...

Author: By W. B., | Title: SPLENDID ACTING BY MARGARET ANGLIN | 10/6/1921 | See Source »

Interrupted by hisses for the villains and applause for the quick-witted young hero, the Arlington Players opened the week with the first performance of "Shawn Rhue", an Irish drama in four acts by William L. Murphy. The ups and downs and the honest, Industrious Donovan family progressed all too...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: CRIMSON PLAYGOER | 4/27/1921 | See Source »

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