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To-night! At [blank] Hall Wizard of the East Gift exhibition. : 150 beautiful presents to be given away free of charge. Tickets, only 25 cents which gives the holder an opportunity of obtaining a valuable present, worth from fifteen cents to fifty dollars
Other playbills for the Wizard of the East are dated Dec. 1863 through Jan. 1865., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
To-night! [blank] Hall 200,000 persons have already seen the Great Donaldson! : Whose wonderful performances at Fairmount, Philadelphia, attracted such crowds, during May, 1862. Mid-air rope ascension from the hall to the house-top opposite. And perform a
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
To-night! [blank] Hall 200,000 persons have already seen the Great Donaldson! : Whose wonderful performances at Fairmount, Philadelphia, attracted such crowds, during May, 1862. Mid-air rope ascension from the hall to the house-top opposite, and performs
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
To-night! Odd Fellows' Hall. Wizard of the East Gift exhibition. : 150 beautiful presents to be given away free of charge. Tickets, only 25 cents which gives the holder an opportunity of obtaining a valuable present, worth from fifteen cents to fifty doll
Other playbills for the Wizard of the East are dated Dec. 1863 through Jan. 1865., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
To-night! Wizard of the East! : At [blank] Hall Gift exhibition. 150 beautiful presents to be given away free of charge. Tickets, only 25 cents which gives the holder an opportunity of obtaining a valuable present, worth from fifteen cents to fifty dollar
Other playbills for the Wizard of the East are dated Dec. 1863 through Jan. 1865., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Town Hall. : Manager, S.C. Dubois The celebrated Dramatic Combination! for six nights only! New faces! New names! Mr. J.B. Evers the celebrated comedian and comic singer, will make his first appearance in Jacques Strop and Paddy Miles' boy Fun Fun. Fun. F
The casts include: H.C. Andrews, Mr. Church, S.C. Dubois, J.B. Evers, W.H. Harrison, W. Johnson, Marie Le Gros, Mr. Sullivan, Mattie Sutherland, and R.G. Wilson., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Town Hall for one night only. Sanford's Opera Troupe : This far-famed Philadelphia institution will appear at the above hall, on Tuesday evening, Oct. 25th, 1864, the whole under the immediate direction of Samuel S. Sanford! proprietor and manager, (of Sa
The company includes: F. Basquin, Frank Diamond, H.J. Raynor, J.P. Reese, S.S. Sanford, Frank Schaeffer, F.W. Stempel (a.k.a. Master Willie), J.B. Whitman, and J. Williams., "Notice--Change of base.--Mr. Sanford raspectfully [sic] informs the public that he has leased the Olympic Theatre, Race Street, Philadelphia, which is now undergoing complete renovation, and will be open on Monday evening, November 14th, under the title of Sanford's New Opera House. Mark the locality, Race St., bet. 2d & 3d", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Town Hall, Mauch Chunk Tuesday and Wednesday, June 9th and 10th. : The far-famed and old established Sanford's Opera Troupe, from his opera houses, Philad'a and Harrisburg The best troupe in the world. Two companies condensed into one. Sanford, the pionee
June 9 fell on a Tuesday in 1863., The company includes: Mr. Batchelor, E. De Haven, G.L. Hall, E. Haven, A. Linwood, Fulton Myers, S.S. Sanford, E.J. Turner, and J. Williams., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 42.4 x 16.6 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Town Hall, Millville two evenings only. The great art-discovery of the age! The wonderful stereopticon : Proprietor, John Toy Operator, Prof. E.B. Merchants Lecturer, E.E. Hulfish, Esq. Agent, Wm. F. Decker This beautiful intellectual entertainment, which
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Town Hall, Pottsville for one week only, : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, ev'ngs, Feb. 1st, 2d, 3d, 4th, 5th & 6th, 1864 Tickets, 25 cents. Packages of six, one dollar Lecture to commence at half-past 7 o'clock. Doors open an h
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Town Hall, Pottsville Friday evening, Aug. 12th, 1864. Positively last night : Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels! The great star troupe of the world direct from their opera house in Philadelphia appearing in their grand Ethiopian soirees, laughable burlesques
The performers include: J.L. Carncross, J.S. Cox, E.F. Dixey, Charles Gibbons, Harry Lehr, Ira Paine, and E.N. Slocum., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 56.4 x 20.4 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook.
Town Hall, Woodstown, Saturday evening, May 14, 1864 : The original Hutchinson Family, old folks and young folks, on their way west, will give one of their grand concerts and will sing their songs of freedom & fraternity Gems from Longfellow, Bryant, Saxe
The Hutchinson Family, Tribe of John, consisted of John W. Hutchinson and his children Henry John Hutchinson and Viola Gertrude Hutchinson (later Campbell)., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
The "Tribe of Asa!" First night at Institute Hall : on Saturday, Feb. 14th. The Hutchinson Family grateful to their numerous friends and patrons for the continued success and increased crowds which have thronged their concerts in days of "Auld Lang Syne,"
The Hutchinson Family, Tribe of Asa, consisted of Asa B. Hutchinson, his wife Elizabeth Chace Hutchinson, and their children Abby Hutchinson (later Anderson), Frederick Chace Hutchinson, and Oliver Dennett Hutchinson., Feb. 14 fell on a Saturday in 1863., Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 48.8 x 16.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
The "Tribe of Asa!" One night only. : At [blank] On [blank] The Hutchinson Family grateful to their numerous friends and patrons for the continued success and increased crowds which have thronged their concerts in days of "Auld Lang Syne," respectfully an
The Hutchinson Family, Tribe of Asa, consisted of Asa B. Hutchinson, his wife Elizabeth Chace Hutchinson, and their children Abby Hutchinson (later Anderson), Frederick Chace Hutchinson, and Oliver Dennett Hutchinson., Songs on the program include Battle cry of freedom and Star-spangled banner., Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 48.8 x 16.2 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Triumphant success and crowded houses greet the performances at this popular temple of amusement! : Open every night with the best company in Philadelphia. Look at the array of talent: Miss Annie Winslow, vocalist and comedienne. Miss Kate Clare, the cele
Another playbill advertises opening night of the Coates St. Varieties for Jan. 2, 1864., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Triumphant success crowns our efforts. Entertainment for the masses! Chaste, moral and refined. : Two companies--dramatic and operatic. First week of M'lle Carrie Carson, the great Spanish danseuse. First week of Harry Macon, the unrivaled banjoist. Secon
John Weaver was active as a minstrel performer and manager in at least 1863 and 1864., Other performers include: E.F. Dardine, G.W. Murray, and H. Thompson., Odd Fellows' Hall of Wilmington, Del. was at Third and Kings Sts., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Tuesday evening, February 24th, 1863 will be presented a fine bill : embracing a favorite comedy anb [sic] thrilling drama The performances commencing with Sheridan's School for scandal ... Charles R. Dodworth and his celebrated orchestra, will execute, i
The casts include: J.W. Albaugh, Albert Bradley, Mr. Craig, Frank Drew, Louisa Drew, Mr. Fisher, Emma Gardiner, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henri, Barton Hill, Jane Laws, Mr. Little, Eliza Price, B.T. Ringgold, B.G. Rogers, Kate Ryner, Mr. Saphore, Mr. Seymour, Mr. Wallis, Mr. Wilson, and Mr. Worth., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.6 x 19.9 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Union Concert Hall Thompson Street, below Fifth. : Conrad Hoffman, proprietor Billy Rose, stage manager Jacob Stroble, leader of orchestra Open every evening, with the most complete company in the profession--composed of a number of distinguished artists.
Johnny Clifford, Emma Miller, Billy Rose, and Pete Williams all appeared with Hoffman & Smith's Virginia Troupe of Serenaders in Feburary 1865., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 42.2 x 16.4 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Union Concert Hall Thompson Street, below Fifth. : Conrad Hoffman, proprietor Billy Rose, stage manager Jacob Stroble, leader of orchestra Open every evening with the most complete company in the profession, composed of a number of distinguished artists!
Johnny Clifford, Emma Miller, Billy Rose, and Pete Williams all appeared with Hoffman & Smith's Virginia Troupe of Serenaders in Feburary 1865., Illustration signed: Strong., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
The Union magic lantern exhibition. : At [blank] Scene in the Great Rebellion The first act of treason. The insult to our flag. Fort Sumpter [sic]. Rebel encampment. Rebel fleet off Fort Pickens. The rip raps. Munson's Hill. Union pickets. ... Also a larg
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Union Varieties! (Union Hall.) Opening night, Monday, September 14th 1863. : The above hall will open for the season with a full and efficient company Each member of the company is a first class performer. Others will be added, of which due notice will be
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Unionville Hall one afternoon and evening! Benefit of the Ladies' Aid Society! : Wonderful metamorphoses in natural magic: modern thaumaturgics and ancient sorcery, combined with immence powers of ventriloquism, and the learned canary birds! Sig'r Blitz t
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Variety is the spice of life! : Go and see Pettit! the Wizard, pupil of the world-renowed Mons. Adriant. Also, the wonderful mute, Mr. Frank de Farris They will give a grand entertainment: at [blank] on [blank] eve'g, [blank] 1864 Mr. de Farris! lost his
Printed area, including the ornamental border, measures 73.9 x 22.9 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
The Wabash Minstrels will give their third entertainment on board the U.S. Flagship Wabash, : on Friday evening, July 4th, 1862, Port Royal Harbor, S.C. H.R. Bogart stage manager. D. Herlihy musical director. Programme. Part I. ... Intermission of 10 minu
At head of title, printed inside square brackets: With compliments., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Washington Hall One night only, positively, Monday evening, Feburary 29, 1864. : Entire change of programme. Everything new! Crowded houses nightly! Everybody delighted! Patronized by the first families in the city! Morris' Minstrels brass band and burles
The company includes: W.A. Abbott, W. Blackeney, O.H. Carter, C. Curtis, Charles Gassett, W.H. Granger, M. Kanane, E. Kerwin, M.C. Miller, C.A. Morris, Frank Newall, C.H. Pease, Harry Pell, Jules Seidel, Lew Simmons, J.H. Surridge, J.R. Taylor, Calvin Wagner, and Frank Wells., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.1 x 20.0 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Washington Hall South-West corner of Eighth and Spring Garden Streets. : Stage manager, B. Rose Musical director, C. Renz Pianist, T. Harrison Grand complimentary benefit to C.H. Hamilton and W. Wallace on Monday evening, April 20th, 1863. The following n
Other performers include: Billy Burr, Billy Rose, P.G. Selby, and R.F. Simpson., Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 54.9 x 20.0 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Waugh's magnificent paintings of Italia together with scenes in the American war: : Monday, November 11th, '61 and every evening during the week. Part first. Italia ... Part Second. American war ... Adults, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'c
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
We help the needy : Washington Hall S.W. corner Eighth & Spring Garden Sts. Musical director, C.W. Hilfrem Stage manager, Billy Burr Treasurer, Pete Williams Grand complimentary benefit to Mrs. Nevins on Friday, eve'n, July 29, 1864, whose son and only su
Performers include: J.L. Brown, Billy Burr, C.M. Christy, W. Dugan, C.W. Hilfrem, W.G. Hilfrem, J.P. Morris, Johnny Smith, and Pete Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
We persevere to save. : A grand exhibition of photographic & stereoscopic views of the American Civil War, the important events, such as battles, skirmishes, encampments, etc., from the beginning up to the present time, for the benefit of Hamilton Section
The program lists 82 numbered views., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
"We study to please!" : Grand concert! to be given at Girard Hall, S.W. corner of Sixth and Girard Avenue, on Friday evening, Feb'y 20th, 1863 by the Philadelphia Minstrels! consisting of ten performers, on which occasion they have selected the following
Performers include: Professor Buchner, Johnny Edwards, W. Hallowell, C. Harmer, Joe Hoock, S. Kerman, Harry Lamar, M. Lapierre, Jim Leathem, Johnny Manderson, Ed. Martin, Old Joe Miller, William Miller, Billy Morton, W. Reeves, C. Smith, and Andy Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
"We study to please." : First appearance of the Frank Moran Minstrels! at the Masonic Hall Manayunk, on Monday evening, April 6, '62 ... Handy Andy, ... He would be a speaker ... The contraband trip, ... The discharged volunteer, ... The jaw bone festival
The performers include: J. Boyd, P. Doyle, Mr. Griscom, D. Kelly, H. McLaughlin, George Mowers, C. Murray, D. Murray, Thomas Murray, Johnny Sheehan, and Joe Skeehan., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War., Readex Sept 2017 update: duplicate records in supplement; second 510 added.
The Western world! A series of panoramic paintings of rare artistic merit. : The proprietors, well aware of the fact that the country is flooded with miserable daubs called by courtesy "panoramas," feel some reluctance in bringing the real merits of the W
Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 64.4 x 21.6 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Will exhibit in enclosure, corner of Broad and Locust ... May 4th, for ... six days only ... Grand Metropolitan Quadruple Combination : consisting of Geo. F. Bailey's extensive circus! ... Herr Driesbach's large and comprehensive menagerie! ... G.C. Quick
Removed from a McAllister playbill scrapbook., Retrospective conversion record: original entry., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Willard's Hall! Positively for one week only : First appearance in Washington for 5 years, commencing on Monday, May 4th, 1863 to continue every night during the week. 3 grand day entertainments will be given on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, commencing
The illustration, signed Shugg, shows twelve handbell ringers, although there are only eleven performers listed on this playbill: Mr. and Mrs. William Peak, Julia Peak Blaisdell, W.B. Blaisdell, E.E. Blaisdell, E.W. Crayton, Gustave Kaufman, J.F. Spalding, Lizette Peak, Eddie S. Peak, and Frank Peak., The other playbills for this concert series, with the same illustration, have the imprint: U.S. Job Printing Office, Ledger Buildings., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 56.2 x 20.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Willard's Hall. Tuesday, March 22d, 1864. Gottschalk's farewell concerts in America. : Mr. M. Strakosch respectfully informs the public that he has succeeded in making arrangements for the celebrated pianist and composer, Mr. L.M. Gottschalk, to give in W
"March 22. Concert at Washington. On the front row, my friend, the Swedish Minister, Count Pieper."--L.M. Gottschalk, Notes of a pianist (Philadelphia, 1881), p. 245., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 42.3 x 16.2 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Wilmington Institute! A grand complimentary benefit tendered to the Philadelphia Quintet Club! : by the citizens of Wilmington, will take place on Thursday evening, May 7, '63 on which occasion that favorite band of artists will present and perform the fo
Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 55.1 x 20.1 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Wilmington Institute Eighth and last afternoon concert of the Philad'a Quintet Club : (conductor, Herr L. Engelke.) Saturday, April 18th, 1863, doors open at 2. To commence at half-past 2. ... Prices of admission the same as usual. In the evening a grand
Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 55.1 x 20.1 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Wit, humor & sentiment Fun for the million! Grand musical soiree! : Immediately after the performance of the Great Show is concluded, there will be a grand Ethiopian performance in this canvas by a full band of serenaders, who will appear in a great varie
These minstrel performers were most active from 1862 to 1865., Library Company copy printed on the same sheet as, and intended to be separated from, a variant of the same playbill; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
The world's wonders! The great Arab troupe together with Rivers & Derious' Combination Circus : This immense establishment will exhibit its wonderful performances under their mammoth pavilion in Manayunk for one night only, Thursday, April 28th, 1864 unde
Performers include: Marie Carroll (La Petite Marie), the Delavanti Brothers, Edwin Derious, J.J. Foster, S. King, Lewis Kline, Philo Nathans, Mlle. Olivero, Eddie Rivers, Richard Rivers, Ferdinand Tournaire, and Edward Winnie., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Worrell's Metropolis Varieties! : No. 140 South Third Street. Billy Worrell sole proprietor Veni! Vidi! Vici! The coolest place of amusement in the city. Open every eve'ng with the best and most versatile company in the city. First appearance of Miss Kate
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.

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