OCR Text |
Show THE CITIZEN 10 The First Nighters MAGICIANS are as popular today days of Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon, and the newest tricks probably are as old as the hanging gardens of that gay capital. One thing, however, is new about magicians the names by which they describe themselves. Conlin, who ar- rogates to himself the title Great calls himself the Worlds Greatest Psychologist, but he did not exert himself to prove it at the Salt Lake theatre this week. When, in answer to a question, a man declares that oil wrill bo found within seventy miles of Salt Lake within a few years, he does not demonstrate that. he is a psychologist. He is either a prophet or a faker. Certainly characterthere is no reading, thought transference or about that. Always, of course, a stage magician must make a pretense of Something. mind-readin- g, psycho-- analysis He must say that everything he does is a mere trick, or he must claim higher powers. If he uses the word trick he writes himself down an ass, for a performer can make dollars by claiming to be a psychologist, a mind-reador a mystic, where he cannot earn his coffee and doughnuts by admitting that he is a mere trickster. And so Conlin camouflages his tricks with n nonsense about psychol- er high-faluti- ogy. Naturally his manner, methods and tricks invited comparison with those of Alexander, who was here some months ago. Alexander is by far the more finished artist of deceit and illusion. All the deplore the advent of magicians who lack the grace and lordly manner of the great Herrmann, who fascinated as much by his suavity, his witty lines and his exquisite courtesy as by his illusions. Conlin, old-time- rs who has many excellent tricks, would do well to acquire some of the charm aand finish of manner that distinguished his mighty predecessor. vue, a gorgeous oriental scenic novelty. Other acts will include Catlanl; Lofinie Nace; Waltzer and Dyer; Alexander & Mack, and a breezey film comedy. PANTAGES The plaintive wail of the vaudeville fan, give us something new, is completely and satisfyingly silenced by the spectacular headliner of the bill now playing at Pantages this week; On the High Seas is thrillingly different its just one exciting moment after another, climaxed by the appearance of the whole U. S. fleet with guns roaring, steam hissing and rockets flying. The most satiated of theatre-goers should find a thrill or two in this. The rest of the bill easily meets the standard of excellence set by Ou the High Seas. Britt Wood is as funny as ever, with a new twist to his harmonica repertoire. College and are songs college days brought to mind with the appearance of the College Quintette. Foley & ONeil can shimmy, clog dance and sing in a way that is particularly entertaining. And the Four Laurels are not without their share of the applause. Especially the big fat one in his flaming red bell hop suit. An extremely funny film comedy and a pleasing musical program rounds out this excellent bill. This bill runs through Tuesday night. Vaudeville lovers are sure to rejoice at the announcement that Harry Girard and company are coming to Salt Lake with the new bill that opeus Wednesday. The Luck of the Totem" is the name of his act and its a breezy combination of fun and suspense, leading up to a tense climax. Sharing headline honors is the Japanese Re ROY "HIRAM GEM The Yellow Typhoon opens a weeks run at the Gem theatre today. The Nordstrom twins Hilda, the brunette; Berta, the blonde, were favored with the same type of beauty but with characteristics as different as their dark brown and golden hair. Berta eloped with Robert Hallowell a young naval engineer. Soon after, the body of a girl suicide was found in the river. But the body was that of Bertas maid and at the time of its finding, Bertas wanton extravagance was making short work of Hallowells resources. She then deserted Hallowell and left for Italy with an admirer. Meanwhile Hilda had acquired a position of confidence with the secret service in Washington. Known as The Yellow Typhoon, Berta amassed a fortune in the Orient. Money no longer meant anything to her. Karl Lysgaard, who conducted a gambling house, pleads with her to go to Manila with him. At Manila, Captain Hallowell, and his companion, Lieutenant John Math-isohave perfected an invention that renders the submarine useless in warfare. While Mathison is in the office of the Manila secret service, Hilda enters and presents her credentials from Washington. Both men are struck by her resemblance to The Yellow TyThe same night Captain Halphoon. lowell surprises Lysgaard and Berta in an attempt to rifle his safe. Hilda CLAIR AND HIS COMPANY AT THE STRAND THEATRE n, jl 1 arrives in time to see her sister shop Hallowell, but is unable to interfere Authorities arrive too late to apprt hend the assailant. On the boat bound .for Washingtoi with his precious plans, Mathison ani Hilda are unaware that Berta am Lysgaard are traveling disguised the steerage. Hilda blocks two myg terious efforts made on the boat u steal the plans and upon landing iigiii 1 New York believes the road clear. In a Broadway hotel Berta gaard contrive an ingenious operation. Three people are ened room when two flashes from l reveal an astounding cli max. six-shoot- er 1 f KINEMA si All the fascination of a foreign flln:,; star is exerted by the charming anii clever Tsuru Aoki (Mrs. Sessue Hay 1 j - : akawa) in the quaint Japanese-Ame- r ican picture, A Tokio Siren now' showing at the Kinema theatre. Tlie j fact that Miss Aoki is the only worn as I; of her race to have achieved distinction on the American screen adds h-terest to her local appearance in s new comedy drama. A Tokio Siren has its openings: scenes in the land of Cherry blossoms ' A young American doctor is there. trying to forget a broken love affair at home. Just as he is about to returc he meets with a romantic adventure which enables him to save a young Japanese girl from a disagreeable marriage. In order to take her tc America he is obliged to go through a civil marriage ceremony. The girl who had jilted him, how ever, has a change of heart and is desolate to find the doctor has brought 3 home a Japanese wife. Little Asuti. 3 - j -- hi; ! ( . |