Rensselaer Journal, Volume 12, Number 26, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 4 December 1902 — A Realistic Scene. [ARTICLE]

A Realistic Scene.

The most realistic struggle ever presented upon any stage occurs in Act 111, of “The Poisoned Dagger.” The hero sleuth enters the subterranean cellar fortress of the counterfeiting gang in search of his kidnapped sweetheart, who is being held for ransom. He is simultaneously attacked by half a dozen thugs, and the single light is suddenly extinguished. In less than ten seoonds five of the gang are hors de combat—stretched senseless by the sledgehammer fists of the powerful sleuth, and as the light flares up again the steel bracelets are being snapped upon the wrists of the cursing but impotent leader. This single soene took over one month’s rehearsal before the management were satisfied. The above play will be the first offering of Dempsey’s comedians that opens a three night’s engagement at Ellis’ opera house commencing Monday, December 8, during which the low prices of 10, 20 and 30 oents will prevail. Ladies will be admitted free on. the opening night.