F. F. Proctor

F. F. Proctor: Vaudeville Pioneer is a biographical book written by William Moulton Marston. The book tells the story of Frederick Freeman Proctor, a prominent figure in the early days of vaudeville entertainment. Proctor was an entrepreneur and showman who helped to shape the vaudeville industry in America during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.The book covers Proctor's life from his early days as a traveling salesman to his rise as a successful vaudeville producer and theater owner. Marston delves into Proctor's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his business partners. The book also explores the challenges that Proctor faced in the competitive world of vaudeville, including the rise of the motion picture industry.Throughout the book, Marston provides detailed accounts of Proctor's many achievements, including his creation of the Proctor's Vaudeville Circuit, which included over 50 theaters across the United States. The book also features numerous photographs and illustrations that help to bring Proctor's story to life.Overall, F. F. Proctor: Vaudeville Pioneer is a fascinating look at one of the most important figures in the history of American entertainment. Marston's engaging writing style and meticulous research make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of vaudeville or the early days of the entertainment industry in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.