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Show 2? UTAH PRESS ASSOC 307 U 200 S SUITE 5005 SALT LAKE CITY, UT 31 Dec 93 S S4101 Built in 1908 and partially destroyed by fire in 1927, the Springville Opera House stood at 55 E. 200 South where the present Memorial Building (SpringvilleMapleton Senior Citizens Center) is now. The Memorial Building will be the site for Springville's 147th birthday party Friday, Fri-day, September 19, at 7 p.m. All citizens are invited to enjoy the evening celebrating those who settled the community com-munity and have made it what it is. T?pp . , ' Volume One Hundred Two Hi Drama has always played a big part in Springville's cultural life. In the Springville Herald March 26, 1936 we read that "Springville has always been a leader in early theatricals," an article written by Moses Johnson. In this article he mentioned how important theater was to President Presi-dent Brigham Young and how he had the Salt Lake Theater built and open on March 8. 1862 with the play entitled "The Pride of the Market." He mentioned the first drama to be presented in Springville was "The Gypsy Farmer" and was presented in the bowery located on the public square on July 24, 1855 with the following cast of characters: A. F. McDonald, Semira Wood, Wilber Earl, Mary Jane Matson and others. ft n i k i! . i ,- ? - (T 7 m h in Citizens Party candidates who will vie for mayor and city council positions in Springville in November are shown above. They received the most votes in the nominating meeting Monday. They are, from left, Hal Wing (candidate for mayor of Springville), Keri Gordon and Steve Curtis. t 1 L-luil LI A I , These three citizens will run for the positions of mayor and city council on the Progressive Party ticket in the November election. They were victorious in Monday's nominating meeting. They are, from left, Dennis Ward, Calvin Bird (candidate for mayor of Springville) and Dianne C. Carr. T. ... snrt m In 1856 a dramatic company was formed under the direction of Philip Westwood, Electa Wood, Richard Westwood, William Dresser Huntington, Olive Packard, Pack-ard, Belle McKenzie, Hugh M. Dougall, Mary Jane Matson and Lucy Clucus. The big school, later to be known as the old white meeting house, was geared up for theatricals theatri-cals with wagon covers for drop curtains and . scenery and an American flag . for the background. back-ground. This company did such plays as "Lady of Lyons" and "Othello." Philo Dibble gave a show depicting scenes from Mormon History. According to Moses Crandall, Springville's first real playhouse was built by the Groesbecks on the ground now occupied by the i Vv J SPRINGVILLE, UTAH fire station at 45 S. Main Street. When the war broke out between the states, General Johnston John-ston was called back east with his command leaving a vacant amusement amu-sement hall at Camp Floyd. Nicholas Groesbeck procured the theatrical properties and scenery, brought them to Springville and opened the Groesbeck Theater, 1861 to 1868. Many plays were produced in this theater. The actors dijessed in gold laceand spangled costumes that came : from the soldier's leftovers. It was located on 100 N. Main Street. It was destroyed by wind in 1868. An early dramatic effort took place at the North Co-op which stood near the old cottonwood tree just across from the H. T. Reynolds Sr. home. The upstairs was used for dancing purposes. A temporary stage was arranged and the play, "Honor Among Thieves," was given. Two bed sheets strung on wire were used for curtains. The cast included: Abby Whiting, James E. Hall, Louisa M. Whiting and Aaron Johnson Jr. Springville City Hall was the next place for amusements. The Home Dramatics put "Wenlock of Wenlock" on. James Monroe Westwood was Barran Wenlock. Kathryn Groesbeck played the Mapleton Citizens Party meeting Thur. Members of the Citizens Party in Mapleton will meet to choose candidates for mayor and city council persons on Thursday, September 18, at 7 p.m. in the city offices. Everyone interested are encouraged to attend this nominating meeting. SI-IS Band sale Sat. The Springville High School Marching Band Garage Sale will be held Saturday, September 20, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the City Park on Main Street. The proceeds from all sales will be used to help band students pay for their trip to the Lodi-Tokay, California Band Competition as well as help with other band ; expenses. Deann and Tom Meunier, organizers for the event, promises prom-ises that "there will be some great buys, so do yourself and the band a favor by planning to spend some time and money at the city park on Saturday morning!" 84663 - September 17, 1997 role of Roena, the deserted mistress. mis-tress. John Walton was the village vil-lage tailor; Luella Matson was the lovelorn maiden; Aaron Johnson Jr. was the hero, Moses Johnson and made his first appearance ap-pearance as Ossa, Wenlock's slave. John Walton sold the ground where the Springville Herald office is now located next to the Carnegie Library, to be used for the erection of an Opera House known as the Johnson Opera House. The theater which was built in 1882 had 500 seats. It cost $10,000 to build. Philip Boyer, Don Carlos Johnson, James E. Hall, S. D. Johnson, Aaron and Moses Johnson helped build the opera house. When the house was finished, Henry C. Tyron of Chicago was engaged to paint $1,000 worth of scenery. The opening show was "Kathleen Library by Debra Wells This Saturday night, September Septem-ber 20, is reserved for the Springville Spr-ingville Public Library "Anniversary "Anniver-sary Gala" Everyone is invited to share in the celebration of the first anniversary of the Children's Wing of the library, completed last year with help from the community. To celebrate, and to raise money and interest for future library projects, the Friends of the Library group is hosting a benefit dinner with guest speakers Pat Bagley and Robert Kirby. Attending the gala wil give p. The Springville High School Homecoming Queen and attendants and Homecoming King reigned over last week's activities and rode in the parade. They are, from left, 1st Attendant Kim Peterson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Doug Peterson: Kins Kevin Bird, son of Mr. and X Price 500 n n Odd Mavoureen." Next came "The Two Orphans," then "Nick of the Celebrate Springville's birthday Friday This is the week to join Springville Spr-ingville and Mapleton citizens for Springville's 147th Birthday Sesquicentennial Celebration Friday, September 19, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Senior Citizen's Memorial Building, 55 E. 200 South, Springville. Mayor Delora Bertelson will lead the pledge to the American flag, Representative Brent Hay-mond Hay-mond will give the opening prayer. The youth and city council coun-cil members will be recognized as will the descendants of the foBinitflrsiSser members of the community a chance to share dinner and informal infor-mal conversation with the speakers speak-ers before their formal presentations. presenta-tions. The dinner will be held in the library itself at 6 p.m. Pat Bagley is the editorial cartoonist for the Salt Lake Tribune. He has also authored several books for young people, including one published in 1996 called "This is the Place!" Robert Kibry is currently a humor columnist col-umnist for the Tribune and The Daily Herald and may be remembered re-membered for his connection with a certain Blitz Kreeg. Bag- mi f -V Thirty Eght Woods." After two years, Milan Continued on page 4 first eight families asked by President Brigham Young to settle Springville. Springville and Mapleton citizens over 85 will be honored. The Western Country dancers will perform, a Grand March will be led by Beverly and Richard Johnson. Karl Allred and Harvey Yoeman and the Old Time Fiddlers will perform and accompany the Virginia Reel and other dances. The last 45 minutes will be open for dancing and refreshments. Don't miss this fun event. ley and Kirby have collaborated on books of LDS and regional humor. They have a new book due out in the near future and may be able to bring copies of it to the gala. Copies of their other books will be available for purchase pur-chase and to have autographed. Tickets for the event cost $12.50 per person which will cover costs and a donation to the library. The deadline for ticket purchase has been extended to today, September 17. For more information call the library at 489-2720 or Debra Wells at 489-6723. 489-6723. asw V Q7 rC Mrs. Leland 'Bird; Homecoming Queen Heidi Tippetts, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Tippetts; and 2nd Attendant Tanya Cliston, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Cliston. Photo by Marcia Conover pfooRGOFiYj |