Category Archives: In the news

Newspaper articles about individuals I am tracking “In the News.”

Man Dies of Blow in Fight

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Don Taylor

Browns In the News 90 Years Ago By Don Taylor My grandpa, Richard “Dick” Brown, was born Clifford Brown (he changed his name in his 30s). I believe this story is one that my Great-aunt Deloris wouldn’t tell me because … Continue reading →

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Donna played Al Ringling theatre – January 1925

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Don Taylor

Donna in the News by Don Taylor “Donna in the News” is my reporting of newly found newspaper articles and advertisements regarding my grandmother, Madonna Montran (aka Donna Montran and Donna Darling). I am always excited when I find a … Continue reading →

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Donna 100 Years ago – Palace Theatre, Cincinnati, Ohio.

Posted on September 4, 2022 by Don Taylor

September 4-9, 1922 By Don Taylor “Donna 100 years ago” reviews my grandmother’s vaudeville life. Madonna Montran, aka “Donna Montran” & “Donna Darling,” had an exciting career during the 1920s. A definite headliner, she crisscrossed the country with her many … Continue reading →

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Donna Darling – Strand Theatre, Dayton, Ohio – 28-30 Aug 1922.

Posted on August 28, 2022 by Don Taylor

Donna 100 Years Ago “As You Like It” By Don Taylor “Donna 100 years ago” reviews my grandmother’s vaudeville life. Madonna Montran, aka “Donna Montran” & “Donna Darling,” had an exciting career during the 1920s. A definite headliner, she crisscrossed … Continue reading →

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Donna at The Lindo, Freeport, IL – August 2-5, 1926

Posted on August 2, 2022 by Don Taylor

Donna in the News by Don Taylor “Donna in the News” is my reporting of newly found newspaper articles and advertisements regarding my grandmother, Madonna Montran (aka Donna Montran and Donna Darling). I am always excited to find a new … Continue reading →

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