Dana C. Johnson

              DANA C. JOHNSON
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ANNOUNCEMENT
Dana   C.   Johnson
EVERY Lyceum Course committee is ambitious to present to its patrons a well-balanced, varied and creditable series of attractions. In every course at least one * "solid" lecture is desirable. The great difficulty on the part of managers is to secure a lecture of that type which is not dry and uninteresting. Men who can speak entertainingly upon great themes are rare indeed. Such a man, however, is Dana C. Johnson.
Mr. Johnson is a natural orator—of fine presence, splendid voice, without eccentricities—who resorts to no tricks, but holds his audiences intensely interested by the power of his eloquence. His lectures are scholarly orations on great themes, masterful in treatment, elegant in diction and brightened with a pleasing and appropriate humor.
The merit and popularity of Mr. Johnson's lectures are evidenced by the universal and unqualified approval of the press, as indicated by the following endorsements from numerous influential newspapers.
SUBJECTS
"Thomas    Jefferson"
Mr. Johnson presented "Thomas Jefferson" as a man, discussing his faults as well as his virtues; eulogizing him properly, but not effusively. The lecture was enlivened by numerous anecdotes in connection with Mr. Jefferson's life. The lecture had no political significance, but was an interesting study of one of the greatest of Americans.—Lafayette (Ind.) Morning Journal.
"Joan   of   Arc"
Mr. Johnson's lecture on "Joan of Arc" was an intensely interesting recital of the tragic life of the warrior maiden of France. As Mr. Johnson eloquently described the incidents of the trial of Joan of Arc, so tense was the interest of his auditors that they unconsciously leaned forward in their seats and at the climax a sympathetic sigh escaped.—Sfringfield (Ohio) Press-Re-public.
Mr. Johnson is an easy speaker and has a pleasing presence and personality. He has much dramatic ability, a humor that is irresistible, and possesses that magnetic quality that holds the unwavering attention of his audience. He is still a young man and has already attained a very prominent place on the lecture platform.— Grand A'apids (Mich.) Herald.
OPINIONS   OF   THE   PRESS
Omaha, Neb., Daily Bee—Dana C. Johnson delivered an inspiring address, made more effective because of the eloquence of the speaker.
Danville, 111,, Daily Press—Mr. Johnson pre¬sented "the real Thomas Jefferson" to his hearers. It was given with fidelity to dispassionate history, with keen and clear analysis, with strongand sincere earnest¬ness and with both amusing and eloquent illustrations-
St    Louis,  Mo.,   Globe-Democrat—Dana  C
Johnson's lecture on "Thomas Jefferson" was exceed¬ingly interesting. *         * The story of the life of Joan of Arc, so brave, so noble, so heroic, is always intensely interesting, but was doubly so as told in Mr. Johnson's thrilling manner.
Ma.riettaL, Ga., Journevl—Dana C. Johnson gave an admirable lecture on "Thomas Jefferson" bringing out the distinguishing characteristics of this statesman with wonderful clearness and beauty, proving himself a scholar and an orator. * * * In his lecture, "Joan of Arc," he gave a fine recital of the history o* that noble woman.
REV. SAM JONES, of Georgia
Mr. Jones, in writing to a Chautauqua manager, said: I have been following at many of the Chautauquas a man by the name of Dana C. Johnson. He must be "it," for everybody says so.    Get him by all means.
S. PARKES C ADM AN, D. D..of New York—
I have had the pleasure of listening to Mr. Dana C. Johnson and can cheerfully testify to the high and engaging qualities of his orations. They are worthy of a place wherever scholarship, insight into charac¬ter, sterling patriotism and brilliant description are favored.
COL. GEORGE W. BAIN, of Kentucky
Dana C. Johnson is an ideal public speaker. There is a richness of thought in his utterances and a charm in his delivery very seldom combined in one person. His lecture on Thomas Jefferson ranks with the best I have heard on Lincoln, Grant or Lee, and I have heard the best. He is an honor to any program and will please and profit any audience.
Wheeling, W. Va.. Intelligencer—Mr. Johnson is an orator in the truest and greatest sense. In his lecture on "Joan of Arc" he thrilled the audience. The whole lecture was delivered with an eloquence that held the audience spell-bound.
Northampton, Mass., Herald—The lectures by Dana C. Johnson have been one of the real gems at Laurel Park Assembly. His eloquent words, his thrilling appeals to love of country and all that is uplifting in life, his splendid delineation of character have been ennobling, and there has been a true inspir¬ation to all who have heard him. He is one of the men who make life better.
Lexington, Ky., Leader— It is very wholesome for people to have the lives of their great men brought before them; especially when presented by so able a speaker, and all were exceedingly pleased with Mr. Johnson. He is natural in manner; has a pleasant voice; does not attempt humor without knowing he has a good point and something pertinent; shows a wonderful fund of reading and plenty of strong, natural thought.
DR.   A    A.   WILLITTS.   "The   Apostle of Sunshine"—
I had the great pleasure of hearing Dana C. Johnson give his lecture on Thomas Jefferson and I was delighted. He has a fine presence, a good voice, a cultivated mind and the skill of an accomplished ora¬tor. He held his audience deeply interested from start to finish. It is a great delight to me to see young men of this type occupying the platform to the exclu¬sion of the frothy and the frivolous.
DR.. W. L.  DAVIDSON.  Manager of five Chivutcv viq vj<\s—
Dana C. Johnson has lectured at four of my Chau¬tauquas, and gave the greatest satisfaction. He evi¬dences the grip of the scholar in the arrangement of his material. He has the happy faculty of presenting his matter in picturesque style. His personality, voice and method of delivery are captivating in the extreme. I am confident he will please wherever he may be engaged.
Press Endorsements
Boulder, Colo., Herald—The address of Dana C. Johnson on "Thomas Jefferson" was one of the finest of the season.    It was a masterly production.
Des Moines, Iowa., Capital—Mr. Johnson told in eloquent words the life story of the great statesman, Thomas Jefferson, and betrayed a remarkable appre¬ciation of the qualities of his genius.
Delavan,   Wis.,   Republican — One   of  the
most finished and scholarly lectures of the entire ses¬sion was given by Dana C. Johnson. His patriotism has such a true ring and his eloquence is so irresisti¬ble that he carries all before him.
Iowa State  University   Vidette-Reporter—
Everyone who heard Dana C. Johnson's lecture on "Thomas Jefferson" pronounced it a rare treat. The entire lecture was interspersed with a very pleasing humor, which heightened the effect very much.
Dixon, III., Daily Sun—Mr. Johnson's oration on "Thomas Jefferson" was a gem and was delivered in a faultless manner. It secured, as it deserved, many encomiums and liberal applause. The lecture will be remembered as one of the most instructive and hap¬pily delivered of any on this year's course.
Petoskey, Mich., Daily Resorter—Those who failed to hear Dana C. Johnson on "Thomas Jeffer¬son" missed a genuine treat. Mr. Johnson is a young man full of energy and power. His presence is pleas¬ing and he knows how both to build and deliver a lecture. He brought out the versatility of Jefferson and made him a real living man to many who had never had more than a hazy idea of the true Jefferson.
Winona, Ind„ Assembly Review—Dana C. Johnson delivered a profoundly interesting and exhaustive lecture on "Thomas Jefferson." * * * Many who enjoyed the Jefferson lecture followed with equal interest the fortunes of the Maid of Orleans. The life of the heroine was graphically given. The story of her sublime bravery was forci¬bly told and deeply appealed to the hearts of his hear-ers.    Mr. Johnson's lectures were able and scholarly.
Richmond, Ind., Item—Mr. Johnson's treatment of "Joan of Arc" was scholarly and his tributes were eloquent. As in his "Jefferson" lecture, he empha¬sized the character side of his subject rather than attempting any extended historical discussion. The strength, beauty and simplicity of the character of Joan of Arc furnishes a wonderful field for the lec¬turer, and Mr. Johnson has taken full advantage of it. He is one of the most polished, cultured speakers that has appeared here for some time.
Eagles Mere, Pa., Daily News—Dana C. John¬son is an orator, and his eloquent presentation of the life of Thomas Jefferson was picturesque and pleasing to look upon, although he did not shield his faults. Many of the facts presented were new to the histor¬ies, and the anecdotes he related teemed with wit and humor. Mr. Johnson made a distinct hit. * His lecture on "Joan of Arc" was a brilliant effort, and the large audience heard him to the close with almost breathless interest. It was a scholarly, fin¬ished address, instructive and interesting to a high degree.
Old Salem, 111., Chautauquan—Mr. Johnson is a comparatively young man, but he is nevertheless an orator of great ability.
Davenport, la.. Times—Dana C. Johnson's lec¬ture on "Joan of Arc" proved a great treat—such a one as we do not often have.
Ashland, Ky„ Independent—Dana C. Johnson's famous lecture, "Joan of Arc," was one of the best features of the Chautauqua program.
Springfield, Mass., Republican—Dana C. John¬son's lecture on "Joan of Arc" charmed the audience exceedingly and was received with much applause.
Philadelphia. Public Ledger—Eagles Mere Chautauqua has furnished some interesting enter¬tainments, notably the lecture on "Thomas Jefferson" by Dana C. Johnson.
Columbus, Ohio, Dispatch—Dana C. Johnson made a happy impression upon the audience. He commanded profound attention and respect, and won at the close of his address great applause.
Nashville, Tenn., American—Dana C John¬son lectured on "Thomas Jefferson." He sketched the life of the boy, the man and the statesman in a very pleasing manner, interspersing his lecture with numerous anecdotes and bright witticisms.
Dayton, Ohio, Daily News—Dana C. Johnson delivered an excellent lecture last night on "Thomas Jefferson." He paid an eloquent tribute and related many amusing and interesting incidents in Jefferson's life.    The lecture has no political bearing.
Rochelle, III,, Herald—There never was a speech delivered in this city clothed in words better fitted for the occasion, and its delivery was splendid. He is a marvelous orator; the best speaker that has been heard in Rochelle for many a year.
Madison, S. D., Chautauquan—Dana C. John¬son's lectures on "Joan of Arc" and "Thomas Jeffer¬son" are generally considered to be the best lectures delivered this season. They are able productions and couched in the choicest of English.
Lexington, Ky., Herald—Mr. Johnson is one of the most pleasing speakers that has ever visited the platform of the Kentucky Assembly. His language is well chosen; his manner and appearance that of an orator; his delivery forceful and eloquent.
Webster City, lac. Tribune—Dana C. Johnson's lecture on "Thomas Jefferson" was listened to by an appreciative audience, and he fully sustained his rep¬utation as a lecturer of high order. In his word-painting of the life and character of his great model he frequently reached lofty heights of eloquence.
Carthage, 111., Collegian—But few lecturers come to Carthage who leave a more favorable impression. The lecture was logical, historical, patriotic and highly entertaining. Mr. Johnson is a natural orator. If the true ideal lecture is to instruct, as well as to entertain, then Mr. Johnson has reached a high degree of success in the lecture field.
Press of Brown & Whitaker, Hamilton, Ohio