Evening Republican, Volume 22, Number 225, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 17 September 1919 — “KATCHA-KOO” TO BE STAGED IN INTEREST OF THE POOR. [ARTICLE]

“KATCHA-KOO” TO BE STAGED IN INTEREST OF THE POOR.

Following a meeting of the members of the local charity board Tuesday evening it was voted to sign a contract with the John B. Rogers Producing company for the staging of “Katcha-Koo” at the Gayety theatre in this city the evenings of October 3 and 4, the proceeds of the plays to go to the charity board fund that the work of aiding the worthy poor may be carried out during the winter months. A representative of the producing company was present at the meeting and stated that rehearsals would begin at once. “Katcha-Koo” is an extremely interesting oriental musicale and the T>Qrta nre, Qf_ja Jtiatiire ea»ily carried byamateurplayers. Theprayhas pleased wherever shown and will undoubtedly receive the same favorable comment as “Fi Fi,” which was staged here some time ago by the •same company. The parts will be taken over entirely by home talent and the rehearsals will 'be held under the direction of a Mr. Finn, a representative of the company who will arrive in a few days. The Girls’ Hiking club Jias agreed to aid, and several of the club members will have parts. ■ *