Tag Archives: Donna Montran

Donna & “Chin Chin” Play “The Grand Theatre,” Calgary, Jan 8-10, 1920

Posted on April 12, 2014 by Don Taylor

Donna & “Chin Chin” Play “The Grand Theatre,” Calgary, Alberta, Canada -Jan 8-10, 1920 Sometimes a little mention, a tidbit, can open the way into finding a lot of new information. When Donna played in Grand Rapids there was a … Continue reading →

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Madonna Mae Montran (1893-1976)

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Don Taylor

52 Ancestors #7 — Madonna Mae Montran (1893-1976) Madonna’s Early Life Madonna’s life is defined by her names.  Every part of her incredible life is defined by the name she used.   Only known photo of Madonna as a child. Madonna … Continue reading →

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Donna in Decatur, IL, at the Lincoln Square Theatre – Oct 30, 1919

Posted on January 26, 2014 by Don Taylor

When Donna joined the “Chin Chin” company, the company had been on the road since August, 1818, sixty-five weeks.  The show had played from San Diego to San Francisco. It came to Decatur, Illinois, in October, 1919, and was the … Continue reading →

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More Findings about Donna though Newspapers.Com

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Don Taylor

More Findings about Donna  In my search for Donna and her activities in show business, I went ahead and subscribed to Newspapers.Com.  They are one of the top newspaper subscription sites and well worth having a subscription. A search on “Montran” … Continue reading →

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Donna in Grand Rapids, MI, at the Powers Theatre – Feb 21-22, 1920*.

Posted on December 31, 2013 by Don Taylor

“Chin Chin” on Return Date at Powers “Chin Chin” at Powers Saturday and Sunday is not the “Chin Chin” of yesterday, but many who viewed it were apparently satisied. Walter Wills and Roy Binder, as Chinese clowns, are the heart … Continue reading →

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