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In the News – 1925-12-03 – Jefferson Theatre, Muskegon, MI – Donna Darling & Girls

Posted on December 3, 2025 by Don Taylor

🎭 Vaudeville Flashback! 🎭
On December 3, this day in 1925, Donna Darling & Girls took the stage at the Jefferson Theatre in Muskegon, MI! Featuring dazzling Bathing Suit Revues, catchy songs, and lively dances, this was a must-see act of its time. A glimpse into the golden era of 1920s entertainment!
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A Case of Mistaken Identity? Mrs. Montran (or Montrose?) in Vicksburg, 1901.

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Don Taylor

Montran MondayBy Don Taylor As part of my ongoing Montran Monday series, I search historical newspapers for any mention of individuals bearing the Montran surname. Each brief reference is another clue in the larger puzzle of my maternal grandmother’s elusive … Continue reading →

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Donna in the News: A Vaudeville Snapshot from March 1924

Posted on March 26, 2025 by Don Taylor

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Beckwith Theatre, Dowagiac, MI, 19 Feb 1920.

Posted on February 19, 2025 by Don Taylor

In the News, 105 Years AgoVaudeville/Chin-ChinCassopolis Vigilant (Cassopolis, MI)By Don Taylor My grandmother was a vaudeville star. I am following her career and learning about her many performances. In October 1919, she joined the cast of the Charles Dillingham production … Continue reading →

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Donna & Crescent Theatre in the News

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Don Taylor

Donna Darling performed with the “California Bathing Beauties” at Crescent Theatre in Pontiac, MI on February 13 & 14, 1925, as uncovered in a Pontiac Daily 1925 clipping by her grandson. This new find adds to Madonna Montran’s documented vaudeville career. Continue reading →

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