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The Four Just Men
Promotional postcard showing The Four Just Men from the story by Edgar Wallace for J. Bannister Howards Company touring to the Opera House in Northampton. There are two press quotes on the reverse. One says as good as Sherlock Holmes; the other Nothing better since Secret Service - by William Gillette (1897). Date: circa 1920s
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Bannister Drama Dramatic Edgar Howards Northampton Opera Panto Pantomime Promotional Wallace Theatrical
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step right up and prepare to be enthralled by the mystery and suspense of The Four Just Men, a theatrical sensation that took the stage by storm in the roaring 1920s. This promotional postcard invites you to witness the thrilling exploits of these enigmatic and heroic figures, brought to life by the J. Bannister Howards Company at the prestigious Opera House in Northampton. The Four Just Men, an intriguing creation of Edgar Wallace, were a quartet of masked avengers who dedicated their lives to righting wrongs and bringing criminals to justice. Their exploits were as popular in their time as Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Service are today. The postcard's reverse bears testament to their enduring appeal, with glowing reviews from esteemed critics. William Gillette, a renowned American actor, proclaimed that The Four Just Men were 'as good as Sherlock Holmes,' while another praised them as 'nothing better since the Secret Service.' Immerse yourself in the drama and excitement of this classic production, as the Four Just Men weave their intricate web of intrigue, suspense, and justice. The Opera House in Northampton was the perfect setting for this theatrical tour de force, where the magic of live performance came to life on the stage. This postcard is a captivating glimpse into the past, offering a tantalizing taste of the thrills and suspense that awaited audiences in the 1920s.
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