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Title: 6th night of the engagement of the young and greatly talented artist, Mr. John Wilkes Booth! who will appear in his popular character of Charles de Moor, in Schiller's great tragedy of The robbers or, The forest of Bohemia, which will be presented, for the first time in three years, this Saturday evening, March 7, 1863. ... The orchestra, led by Mr. Chas. R. Dodworth, will perform a variety of popular musical selections To conclude with the thrilling nautical drama, in 3 acts, entitled The lost ship or The man-o'-war's man and the privateer. ... Monday, will be produced, 1st time here for three seasons, Shakspere's Hamlet. ... Tuesday, Bulwer's great play of Money which will be presented in its entire form--the celebrated club scenes being restored. Seats can be secured for Mr. Booth's performances 6 days in advance Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance will commence at half-past 7, precisely Prices of admission: Dress circle, 37 1/2 cents Parquet, 50 " Family circle, 25 " Private boxes, according to their locale, $5 and $3 Single seats in orchestra and private box, 75 cts Box office open from 10 A.M., to 3 P.M. No extra charge for reserved seats
Description: The casts include: J.W. Albaugh, Albert Bradley, Mr. Craig, Frank Drew, Mr. Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henri, Barton Hill, Mr. Little, Eliza Price, B.T. Ringgold, B.G. Rogers, Mr. Seymour, Mr. Wallis, Mr. Wilson, and Mr. Worth., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.2 x 19.9 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Arch Street Theatre (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Arch 1863 (3)5761.F.25b (McAllister)

Title: Abel & Leyland's stereopticon A new series of these grand and intellectual entertainments, which surpass anything hitherto presented to the public, will be given, commencing Monday evening, Feb. 4th, and continue for two weeks only. The stereopticon is a new and powerful apparatus, which re-produces transparent photographs with all the effect of the stereoscope, magnified 24 feet in diameter, upon an illuminated canvas, covering 600 square feet, ... This evening will be presented--(selected from the following list,) gigantic stereoscopic pictures representing the most celebrated views and objects of the Old World and New: ... Whipple's celebrated photograph of the moon, ... Each evening will be presented a number of interesting local views: ... Pictures will be described by a gentleman of well known literary and artistic abilities. Doors open at quarter-past 7 o'clock. Exhibition to commence at 8. A change of views each evening. Appropriate music by an accomplished artist Cards of admission, 25 cts. Children's tickets, 15 cts. Family ticket, admitting 5 persons, $1
Description: Feb. 4 fell on a Monday in 1861., "Assembly Buildings, Tenth and Chesnut Streets--Abel & Leyland's stereopticon exhibition. These entertainments are now growing in favor with our citizens, and the hall is nightly filled with large and appreciative audiences."--Philadelphia Inquirer, Feb. 8, 1861., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Abel & Leyland
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1861 Abel (28)5761.F.12a (McAllister)

Title: Abel & Leyland's stereopticon in the large room of the Assembly Buildings southwest corner Tenth and Chestnut streets. Open every evening commencing at 8 o'clock, and every afternoon, commencing at 3 o'clock. Stereoscopic pictures from nature, representing the most celebrated views and objects in the world ... Together with a number of interesting local views ... ancient & modern statuary ... Mons. Blondin crossing Niagara Falls The pictures will be described by a gentleman of well known literary and artistic abilities. As an educational and refining influence, this exhibition is without an equal, and it has received the unqualified approval of scientific men, clergymen, teachers, travelers and artists. Doors open at quarter-past 7. Exhibition to commence at 8. A change of views each evening. Appropriate music by an accomplished artist. Cards of admission, 25 cents. Children's tickets, 15 cents Family ticket, admitting 5 persons, $1
Description: "Assembly Buildings, Tenth and Chesnut Streets--Abel & Leyland's stereopticon exhibition. These entertainments are now growing in favor with our citizens, and the hall is nightly filled with large and appreciative audiences."--Philadelphia Inquirer, Feb. 8, 1861., Printed in blue., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Abel & Leyland
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1861 Abel (6)5761.F.46b (McAllister)

Title: Academy of Music. The festival of peace! Monday and Wednesday eve'gs, August 14th and 16th, 1865. The most brilliant display ever attempted in the U.S. Twelve magnificent living tableaux Union! Disunion! War! The departure from home! The camp! The night before the battle! The soldier's dream! The alarm! The battle! Night following the battle! The soldier's return! Peace and re-union! The 28th and 29th regiments, P.V., (White Star Division,) fully equipped, will appear in the tableaux. Powerful orchestral and choral strength! Particulars in future bills. Prices of admission, fifty cents Reserved seats (without extra charge) at Academy, Trumpler's, S.E. corner 7th and Chestnut, Risley's Book Stand, Continental, from Thursday, August 10th. Family circle, twenty-five cents
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Academy of Music (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Aca 1865 (24)5761.F.28a (McAllister)

Title: "All on board for the South Pacific!" Capt. Williams takes great pleasure in announcing to the citizens of Poughkeepsie, that his unique and thrilling entertainment of a South Sea whaling voyage! will open at Pine's Hall, on Monday evening, Sept'r 7th, 1863, and continue every evening for one week, and on Wednesday and Saturday, in the afternoon, For the past three years, since Capt. Williams first began to entertain the citizens of New York, Philadelphia, Boston & Baltimore ... 8000 feet of painted canvas! ... The paintings were executed by that exceedingly popular scenic artist, Samuel L. Culbert, ... Admission, 15 cents. Package of 5 tickets, 50 cents Evening entertainment commences quarter-before 8 o'clock. Afternoon, at 3 o'clock
Description: Edward C. Williams's Life in the South Seas was first published in 1860, and reprinted in 1862., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Williams, E. C., Capt
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Williams (25)5761.F.96b (McAllister)

Title: Amateur theatricals, in aid of the National Sailors' Fair, at the Melodeon This (Wednesday) afternoon, Nov. 16, will be performed, Faint heart never won fair lady. ... After which will be performed Poor Pillicoddy ... Admission, 50 cents; reserved seats, $1
Description: The fair was held Nov. 9-19, 1864., Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 15.6 x 9.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: National Sailors' Fair (1864 : Boston, Mass.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 National Sailors (26)5761.F.117b (McAllister)

Title: American Academy of Music Director, C. Anschutz Business agent, Adolph Birgfeld Positively last appearance of the German Opera Troupe Saturday eve'g, Jan. 31, '63, grand gala opera night for the sole benefit of the Citizens' Volunteer Hospital: corner of Washington Avenue and Broad Street. Czar and Carpenter Grand comic opera, in 3 acts, by A. Lortzing. ... Doors open at 7 o'clock. Opera commences at 8. Prices of admission, one dollar Seats reserved without extra charge. Family circle, 50 cents Amphitheatre, 25 cents Seats can be secured at once, at the Academy of Music, and Gould's Music Store, corner of Chestnut and 7th Streets. Tickets of admission also to be had at Mr. Risley's, Continental Hotel, P.W. Hazzard's Book Store, G. Andre & Co's Music Store, and at the hospital
Description: Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 42.3 x 16.6 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: American Academy of Music (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Aca Mus 1863 5778.F.42a (McAllister)

Title: American Academy of Music First grand concert given under the management of the New York Jewelers' Association on which occasion they will have the honor to present the following artistes: Mr L.M. Gottschalk! the world-renowned pianist; Miss Josephine O'Connell, the eminent soprano; Mrs. Henriette Behrens, the favorite prima donna; Mr. Theo. Ahrend, the celebrated violoncellist; Mr. Jules Holstein, the well-known pianist--together with a grand orchestra! Under the direction of Mr. Adolph Birgfeld. ... The grand pianos used are of Chickering & Sons' make--furnished by Mr. J.E. Gould. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Concert at 8, precisely
Description: The "Second grand presentation concert" was held Oct. 24, 1864. Presents were given with each ticket., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 42.6 x 16.2 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: New York Jewelers' Association
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 New York Jewelers (6)5768.F.12c (McAllister)

Title: American Academy of Music Grand presentation concerts! to be given under the direction of the New York Jewelers' Association depot, 613 Chestnut Street, Saturday evening, Oct. 15th, 1864 The directors respectfully announce that they will give a series of concerts! the first of which will take place as above, the others will be given in rapid succession. Tickets, one dollar admitting to any of the series of concerts given by the association. ... A valuable present with each ticket
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: New York Jewelers' Association
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 New York Jewelers (6)5768.F.12a (McAllister)

Title: American Academy of Music. Saturday afternoon, May 7, 1864, grand musical festival! In aid of the Great Sanitary Fair! This Saturday afternoon, May 7th, at 2 o'clock, grand gala matinee when will be presented, for the third time, the new English opera! By Wm. Henry Fry, entitled Notre-Dame of Paris ... Admission to all parts of the house $1.00 No reserved seats. Doors open at one o'clock. Opera commences at two
Description: Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.5 x 19.8 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: American Academy of Music (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Amer Acad (1)5781.F.17 (McAllister)

Title: American Academy of Music Second grand presentation concert to be given under the management of the New York Jewelers' Association depot, 613 Chestnut Street, Monday evening, Oct'r 24th, 1864 on which occasion they will have the honor to present Mr L.M. Gottschalk! and other prominent artists, whose names will be published in future announcements, under the direction of Mr. Adolph Birgfeld, musical director. The directors respectfully announce that they will give a series of concerts! the second of which will take place as above, the others will be given in rapid succession. Tickets, one dollar admitting to any of the series of concerts given by the association. ... A valuable present with each ticket
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: New York Jewelers' Association
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 New York Jewelers (6)5768.F.12b (McAllister)

Title: American Mechanics' Hall N.E. corner of Fourth and George Sts A grand entertainment! for the benefit of Relief Council No. 47, O. of U.A.M. Sig'r Blitz the great magician and ventriloquist, with his learned canary birds, will give a grand performance on Tuesday evening, March 1, 1864 Doors open at 7 o'clock; to commence at half-past 7. Children take your parents to see Blitz. Parents take your children to see Blitz and his canary birds. ... The evening's entertainment will conclude with the celebrated Dance of six dinner plates on a common table, ... Lessons given by Sig. Blitz, of whom may be purchased a variety of family amusements, magical scrap books, &c. Instruction given in ventriloquism. Admission, 25 cents Children, 15 cents. Tickets for sale here
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Blitz, Antonio, 1810-1877
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Blitz (25)5761.F.132b (McAllister)

Title: Another grand combination. Unprecedented novelty Third week of the great Shaksperean comedy and pageant with its magnificent pictures and gorgeous last scene, which is acknowledged by both the press and the public to exceed in perfectness and beauty anything hitherto exhibited in Philadelphia. First night of an original national drama! written expressly for this theatre, embracing the most exciting incidents of the present Rebellion. Monday evening, January 6th, 1862, and during the week the performances will commence with Shakspere's comedy of Love's labour's lost ... Various popular musical selections by the orchestra, under the direction of Mr. Charles R. Dodworth The performance will conclude with, (first time in America) an entirely new national drama, written by Robert Jones, Esq., author of the "Patriot's dream," &c., &c., and founded upon various interesting events of the psesent [sic] Rebellion, entitled Scotto! or, The scout and the spy. New scenery, costumes, appointments and music. Scenery by Mr Hayes--Music by Mr Dodworth. ... Change of time.--The doors will open at half-past 6. Curtain will rise at 7, precisely Prices of admission. Dress circle, 37 1/2 cents. Parquet, 50 cents Family circle, 25 cents Amphitheatre, 15 cents Private boxes, according to their locale, $5 and $3 Single seats in orchestra and private box, 75 cents Box office open from 10 A.M., to 3 P.M. Seats can be secured three days in advance. No extra charge for reserved seats
Description: The casts include: Alexina Fisher Baker, A.B. Beechey, Mr. Craig, Frank Drew, Louisa Drew, J.B. Evans, Mr. Fisher, John Gilbert, Mrs. Hackurt, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henri, C.V. Hess, E.B. Holmes, S.D. Johnson, Mr. Mortimer, William Morton, Eliza Price, B.T. Ringgold, Mr. Scallan, L.R. Shewell, Miss St. Aubyn, Mrs. Stoneall, Emma Taylor, Mr. Wallis, Mary Wells, and Mr. Wilson., Printed in red., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Arch Street Theatre (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Arch 1862 (3)5761.F.4 (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Building, Tenth & Chestnut Streets. Third week! Southern Rebellion and Russian war! Two exhibitions combined! Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, June 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15. Also, Wednesday & Saturday afternoons, at 3 o'clock. Both exhibitions given! The gigantic stereopticon and Sanderson's magnificent Russian war. Colossal illuminated photographs of the civil conflict! ... In connection -- Sanderson's gigantic moving dioramic panorama of the Russian war! ... The whole once seen will never be forgotten. Appropriate music by a brass band. The exhibition commences with the Rebellion. Doors open at half-past 7 o'clock. Performances will commence at 8 o'clock. Admission, 25 cts. Children, 15 cts. Schools and special parties received at a reduced price
Description: June 10 fell on a Monday in 1861., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Assembly Buildings (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Assembly 1861 (26)5761.F.35a (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Buildings corner of Tenth and Chestnut Streets. In aid of the Great Central Fair for the U.S. Sanitary Commission, by section E², C.H.S The original mammoth stereopticon (copyrighted by P.E. Abel, Philadelphia.) The most thrilling and comprehensive, scientific, artistic invention of the age, will be exhibited on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, March 29th, 30th and 31st, 1864, at 8 o'clock. The celebrity of this astounding combination of beauty and immensity having, through the medium of the press, become a household theme, a repetition of its grandeur is deemed superfluous. Possessing, through the agency of the powerful Drummond light the unriveled [sic] property of producing to the admiring beholder a series of gigantic stereoscopic pictures! each covering an area of over 600 square feet of brilliantly illuminated canvas! ... Remember--the original stereopticon is not a mere panorama! ... At each entertainment will be presented a choice selection, comprising the grandest and most attractive views of American and European scenery: ... The whole comprising the most noted objects of interest, as seen by travelers, in a voyage around the world Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Parentheses substituted for square brackets in title transcription., Manager, John Toy; lecturer, E.E. Hulfish., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Toy, John
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Toy (26)5761.F.4a (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Buildings! corner of Tenth and Chestnut Streets. Monday evening, January 4th, 1864. Immense success Last week of the new stereopticon! This wonderful & magnificent exhibition surpasses anything heretofore presented to the public, ... Each evening the entertainment will be varied by choice selections of the most remarkable and attractive of American, European, Asiatic and African scenery! ... E.E. Hulfish, Esq. will describe each view presented to the audience. Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Assembly Buildings (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Assembly 1864 (6)5761.F.17a (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Buildings Positively last week of the combined exhibitions! Your chances lessen, daily, of witnessing the horrors of war! and ruthless bloodshed!! Monday eve'g, Sept. 9, and every evening during the week stereopticon of the Southern Rebellion together with the Russian war, ... Admission, 25 cts. Children, 15 cts. Colored people 25 cts. Doors open at half-past 7. Performances commence at 8. The exhibition commences with the Rebellion. Grand day performance, Saturday afternoon for the especial accommodation of families and children, who cannot visit in the evening. On this occasion the house will be thoroughly darkened, and the exhibition given with the same effect as at night
Description: Sept. 9 fell on a Monday in 1861., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Assembly Buildings (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Assembly 1861 (6)5761.F.8a (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Buildings Tenth & Chestnut Streets First night in Philadelphia of Miss Major Pauline Cushman! The famous Union spy and scout. This heroic and beautiful girl, whose glorious courage, unflinching personal sacrifices and wonderful exploits have been the theme of praise for the past year by the press throughout the country, North and South, will make her first appearance Monday evening. Oct. 10th. 1864, (and every night during the week,) and relate her startling adventures! while in the secret service of the United States. ... During the evening, to relieve Miss Major Cushman from the fatigue of giving the entire entertainment, the grand stereopticon (copyrighted by P.E. Abel, Philadelphia.) ... Admission, 25 cents Reserved seats, 50 cents. Seats can be procured at the ticket office from 10 A.M. till 12, M., and from 2 to 4, P.M. Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Parentheses substituted for square brackets around copyright statement in title transcription., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Cushman, Pauline, 1833-1893
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Cushman (6)5761.F.25a (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Buildings Tenth & Chestnut Streets Hundreds unable to gain admission, to listen to the charming and brave Miss Major Pauline Cushman! The famous Union spy and scout. This heroic and beautiful girl, whose glorious courage, unflinching personal sacrifices and wonderful exploits have been the theme of unbounded praise for the past year by the press throughout the country, North and South, will appear this Tuesday evening, Oct. 11th, 1864, (and every night during the week.) Miss Cushman will relate her startling adventures! while in the secret service of the United States. ... During the evening, to relieve Miss Major Cushman from the fatigue of giving the entire entertainment, the grand stereopticon (copyrighted by P.E. Abel, Philadelphia.) ... Admission, 25 cents Reserved seats, 50 cents. Seats can be procured at the ticket office from 10 A.M. till 12, M., and from 2 to 4, P.M. Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Parentheses substituted for square brackets around copyright statement in title transcription., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Cushman, Pauline, 1833-1893
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Cushman (26)5761.F.43a (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Buildings Tenth & Chestnut Streets. Large saloon. Monday evening, Oct'r 17th, 1864 Last night but five of Miss Major Pauline Cushman! The famous Union spy and scout. Married and single--grave and gay--heroes by sea and land--statesmen and civilians! All join in praise of this brave and beautiful woman who has justly earned the title, the heroine of the present day Houses crowded every night Part I. Miss Maj. Cushman will appear in parlour costume!!! To be followed by stereoscopic views! After which Miss Cushman will appear in major's uniform! and relate her startling & thrilling adventures in the South--concluding with the wonder and grand stereopticon with views of interest in Europe & America! By request of many families, matinees will be given on Wednesday and Saturday! commencing at half-past 2 o'clock, to which the prices will be 25 cents to all parts of the hall. Children, 15 cts. Prices in the evening: Admission, 25 cents Reserved seats, 50 cents. Seats can be procured at the ticket office from 10 A.M. till 12, M., and from 2 to 4, P.M. Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Cushman, Pauline, 1833-1893
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Cushman (6)5761.F.26b (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Buildings Tenth & Chestnut Streets. Large saloon. Saturday evening, Oct'r 22d, 1864 Positively last night! of Miss Major Pauline Cushman! The famous female Union spy & scout. Married and single--grave and gay--heroes by sea and land--statesmen and civilians! All join in praise of this brave and beautiful woman who has justly earned the title, the heroine of the present day Houses crowded every night Part I. Miss Maj. Cushman will appear in parlor costume!!! To be followed by the wonderful and grand stereopticon with views of interest in Europe & America! After which Miss Cushman will appear in major's uniform! and relate her startling & thrilling adventures in the South. By request of many families, a matinee will be given on Saturday, October 22d, commencing at 3 o'clock, to which the prices will be 25 cents to all parts of the hall. Children, 15 cts. Prices in the evening: Admission, 25 cents Reserved seats, 50 cents. Seats can be procured at the ticket office from 10 A.M. till 12, M., and from 2 to 4, P.M. Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Cushman, Pauline, 1833-1893
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Cushman (2)5786.F.142b (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Buildings Tenth & Chestnut Streets. Large saloon. Thursday eve'ng, Oct. 13th, 1864 Young and old statesmen, civilians, military and naval heroes, all attend the lectures of the brave and gifted heroine Miss Major Pauline Cushman! The famous Union spy and scout. This heroic and beautiful girl, whose glorious courage, unflinching personal sacrifices and wonderful exploits have been the theme of unbounded praise for the past year by the press throughout the country, North and South, will appear in parlour costume!!! and relate how she entered the service of the U. States! After which the art gallery of sun-paintings! will be exhibited, in order to allow "Miss Major Cushman" an opportunity of changing her costume to that of a major's uniform! when she will then relate her startling adventures! while in the secret service of the United States. ... Every evening, the wonderful and grand stereopticon (Copyrighted by P.E. Abel, Philadelphia.) ... Admission, 25 cents Reserved seats, 50 cents. Seats can be procured at the ticket office from 10 A.M. till 12, M., and from 2 to 4, P.M. Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Parentheses substituted for square brackets around copyright statement in title transcription., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Cushman, Pauline, 1833-1893
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Cushman (6)5761.F.26a (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Buildings Tenth & Chestnut Streets. Large saloon. Thursday eve'ng, Oct. 20th, 1864 Last nights of Miss Major Pauline Cushman! The famous female Union spy & scout. Married and single--grave and gay--heroes by sea and land--statesmen and civilians! All join in praise of this brave and beautiful woman who has justly earned the title, the heroine of the present day Houses crowded every night Part I. Miss Maj. Cushman will appear in parlor costume!!! To be followed by stereoscopic views! After which Miss Cushman will appear in major's uniform! and relate her startling & thrilling adventures in the South--concluding with the wonderful and grand stereopticon with views of interest in Europe & America! By request of many families, a matinee will be given on Saturday, October 22d, commencing at 3 o'clock, to which the prices will be 25 cents to all parts of the hall. Children, 15 cts. Prices in the evening: Admission, 25 cents Reserved seats, 50 cents. Seats can be procured at the ticket office from 10 A.M. till 12, M., and from 2 to 4, P.M. Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Cushman, Pauline, 1833-1893
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Cushman (2)5786.F.142a (McAllister)

Title: Assembly Buildings Tenth and Chestnut Streets. Grand entertainment! and a premium for seeing it! Return of the wonderful stereopticon commencing Monday, April 27, 1863. A new feature each evening, will be presented to the audience, gratis, a number of beautiful and useful presents, comprising photographs, cartes de visite, stereoscopic views, &c. The grand present for each evening, will be a splendid photograph album, or a stereoscope Admission, 15 cents. No half-price. Commence at 8 o'clock. Doors open at half-past 7. Exhibitions Wednesday & Saturday afternoons beginning at 3 o'clock, when appropriate presents will be distributed among the audience. ... Each exhibition will be accompanied with an appropriate descriptive lecture
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Assembly Buildings (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Assembly 1863 (6)5761.F.10b (McAllister)

Title: At the Court House, Media 1 afternoon & evening only. Sig. Blitz the great magician and ventriloquist, with his learned canary birds will give his grand performances, at the above hall, on Thursday, June 4, 1863, afternoon and evening. Afternoon performances commence 3 o'clock; evening at 8. Doors open one hour previously. Children, take your parents to see Blitz. Parents, take your children to see Blitz, and his canary birds. ... The evening's entertainment will conclude with the celebrated Dance of six dinner plates on a common table, ... Lessons given by Signor Blitz, of whom may be purchased a variety of family amusements, magical scrap books, &c. Instruction given in ventriloquism. Admission, 25 cents Children, 13 cents
Description: Library Company copy cropped at foot, removing imprint; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Blitz, Antonio, 1810-1877
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Blitz (25)5761.F.77b (McAllister)

Title: Barnum's Living Wonders at the Assembly Buildings corner of Tenth and Chestnut Streets, every day and evening, commencing Tuesday, March 12, '61. Open from 10 o'clock, A.M., till 1, P.M.; from 2 till 5, and from half-past six till half-past 9 o'clock, P.M. The following extraordinary living curiosities, late of Barnum's American Museum, N.Y., where they have been visited by hundreds of thousands of people, including both the simply curious and scientific, and pronounced by all, the most wonderful human curiosities! ever brought to the attention of the public. They are, first, albino family! Rudolph Lucasia, wife and child, from Madagascar. ... The wonderful and world renowned living Aztec children! ... Also, an African earth woman! ... Admission to all, only 25 cents Children under 10 years, 15 cents
Description: Both illustrations signed: Strong., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Barnum, P. T. (Phineas Taylor), 1810-1891
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare *PB 1861 Barnum (6)5761.F.14 (McAllister)

Title: Beautiful, grand and good The history of Babylon illustrated with beautiful colored diagrams! The only series of the kind. Mr. L. Davis will lecture on the subject of Babylon, at [blank] [blank] eve'ng [blank] Admission, 15 cents Gentleman and lady, 25 " Lecture to commence at 7 o'clock. The lecture embraces a description of the ancient city Babylon, accompanied with numerous splendid illuminated paintings! illustrative of the strength, splendor and magnificence of that most stately and renowned city. Forty views will be used in the lecture, and introduced in their proper order; a map of the country and landscape views. ... View of the spot ever memorable as the location of ancient Babylon. ... The Hanging garden: ... The city taken by Cyrus! ... Life-like specimens of wild beasts that now inhabit the spot
Description: Testimonials are dated Nov. 25, 1862 to June 23, 1863., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Davis, L.
Date: [not before 1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Davis (25)5761.F.30b (McAllister)

Title: Beautiful, grand and good The history of Babylon illustrated with beautiful colored diagrams! The only series of the kind. Mr. L. Davis will lecture on the subject of Babylon, at the Odd Fellows' Hall, Camden, N.J. on Monday evening, Jan. 11th, 1864. Admission, 15 cents Gentleman and lady, 25 " Lecture to commence at 7 o'clock. The lecture embraces a description of the ancient city Babylon, accompanied with numerous splendid illuminated paintings! illustrative of the strength, splendor and magnificence of that most stately and renowned city. Forty views will be used in the lecture, and introduced in their proper order; a map of the country and landscape views. ... View of the spot ever memorable as the location of ancient Babylon. ... The Hanging garden: ... The city taken by Cyrus! ... Life-like specimens of wild beasts that now inhabit the spot
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Davis, L.
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Davis (25)5761.F.117b (McAllister)

Title: Benefit of the Fair for the Soldiers' and Sailors' Home The Typographical Dramatic Association have the honor to announce a grand performance at the Academy of Music, on Saturday ev'ng, Sept. 16, 1865, on which extraordinary occasion they will be assisted by the Philadelphia Saengerbund, ... An engagement has also been effected with the Germania Orchestra, ... The proceeds of this great exhibition will be handed over to the managers of the Soldiers' and Sailors Home, of Philadelphia, for the benefit of the fair to be held in October, ... The bill for the evening will consist of J. Sheridan Knowles' beautiful play of The wife: a tale of Mantua. ... Price of admission, 50 cents. Family circle and amphitheatre, 25 cents. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commences quarter to 8 precisely. Box sheets now open at Chas. W.A. Trumpler's Music Store, S.E. corner Seventh and Chesnut, and at the Academy of Music
Description: Head-piece shows a disabled soldier and a disabled sailor flanking a sick room scene., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Typographical Dramatic Association
Date: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1865 Typo (1)5781.F.35a (McAllister)

Title: Benefit of the Great Central Sanitary Fair! Odd Fellows' Hall Reading, for three evenings and one afternoon A change of performances. Mirth, happiness and wonder Come, old and young! New metamorphoses! Fun: fun Sig. Blitz the great thaumaturgist, magician and ventriloquist, will appear at the above place on Thursday and Friday evenings, May 19th & 20th, and Saturday afternoon and evening, May 21st ... The evening's entertainment will conclude with the celebrated Dance of six plates on a common table, ... Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors opon [sic] at 7 o'clock and commence at 8. In the afternoon at 3 o'clock
Description: May 19 fell on a Thursday in 1864., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Blitz, Antonio, 1810-1877
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Blitz (26)5761.F.27a (McAllister)

Title: Bijou Music Hall No. 607 Arch St, next door to the theatre Harry Enochs, sole proprietor Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels ... Malicious trespasses! ... Run for life ... African Roscius! ... Sky-light adventures! ... Grand inpalement feat ... Mons. O. Phi Clide, the great Hercules! ... To conclude with The Mullygrubs! ... Grand matinee every Saturday, at half-past 2 o'clock for ladies and children. Admission.--Parquet, 10c. Orchestra, 15c. Private boxes, $2. Single seats 50c
Description: Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address; dated playbills are for programs from Nov. 1863 to March 1864., Performers include: Billy Boyd, Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Harry Harrington, Helene Smith, Tom Vance, Dave Williams, Ida Williams, Sammy Williams, and Billy Wright., Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 25.1 x 11.4 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863 or 1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.128b (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall, No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre Harry Enochs, sole lessee C. McMillan, acting and stage manager J. Nosher, musical director First appearance here of the favorite comic singer Billy Holmes! Denny Gallagher in new acts. Billy Boyd, in his great imitations. Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels. ... Miss Dora Dawson the celebrated double-voiced singer, will appear on Wednesday, Oct. 28th. Miss Adelaide Miller the favorite danseuse, is engaged, and will appear on Monday, November 2. A grand matinee every Saturday at 2 o'clock for ladies and children. Admission, Parquet, 15 cents Orchestra chairs, 25 cents Private boxes, $3.00 Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commence quarter-before 8
Description: Oct. 28 fell on a Wednesday and Nov. 2 fell on a Monday in 1863; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Ellen Colene, Harry Enochs, Master Howard, Martin Joyce, C. McMillan, and Mary Newton., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.139b (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall, No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre Harry Enochs, sole lessee C. McMillan, acting and stage manager J. Nosher, musical director First appearance of Miss Dora Dawson, the celebrated double-voiced singer. First week of Miss Lida Levans, the celebrated jig dancer--and first week of the great comic singer, Billy Holmes. Denny Gallagher in new acts! Billy Boyd in his great imitations! Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels. ... Miss Adelaide Miller the favorite danseuse, is engaged, and will appear on Monday, November 2. A grand matinee every Saturday at 2 o'clock for ladies and children. Admission, Parquet, 15 cents Orchestra chairs, 25 cents Private boxes, $3.00 Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commence quarter-before 8
Description: Nov. 2 fell on a Monday in 1863; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Billy Boyd, Ellen Colene, Harry Enochs, Denny Gallagher, Master Howard, Martin Joyce, and C. McMillan., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.127a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall, No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre Harry Enochs, sole lessee C. McMillan, acting and stage manager J. Nosher, musical director First appearance of Miss Adelaide Miller. First appearance of Dave Williams. The great banjo player. First appearance of Harry Harrington the favorite balladist. Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels. ... Rise and fall of stocks! ... The stranger! A tragedie. ... Great prize fight! ... The whole to conclude with the laughable farce, entitled Pat's blunders characters by the company. A grand matinee every Saturday at 2 o'clock for ladies and children. Admission, Parquet, 15 cents Orchestra chairs, 25 cents Private boxes, $2.00 Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commence quarter-before 8
Description: Adelaide Miller's first appearance at the Bijou Music Hall was advertised for Nov. 2, 1863; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Billy Boyd, Ellen Colene, Dora Dawson, Denny Gallagher, Billy Holmes, Lida Levans, and C. McMillan., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.138b (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall, No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre Harry Enochs, sole lessee C. McMillan, acting and stage manager ... Third week of the engagement of Billy Holmes, the favorite comic singer. Second week of Dave Williams, the greatest banjo player living. Continued success of Billy Boyd, Denny Gallagher, Harry Harrington Lida Levans, Ellen Colene, Adelaide Miller together with the entire star company. Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels. ... Intrusive darkey! ... Ole Bull in a tight place ... The height of impudence! ... The whole to conclude with The nigger door-keeper ... A grand matinee every Saturday at 2 o'clock for ladies and children. Admission, Parquet, 15 cents Orchestra chairs, 25 cents Private boxes, $2.00 Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commence quarter-before 8
Description: Billy Holmes first appeared in the Bijou Music Hall in Oct. 1863; Adelaide Miller's first appearance at the Bijou Music Hall was advertised for Nov. 2, 1863; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.137b (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall, No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre Harry Enochs, sole lessee P.A. Fitzgerald, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Three new stars will make their first appearance this evening, and will continue during the week: Miss Victoria Howard, Billy Wright & Sammy Williams Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels. ... To conclude with the exhilirating negro frace of The black shoemaker. ... Monday eve'g. Nov. 24, re-appearance Mr Tom Vance. Friday evening, Nov. 20, benefit Billy Holmes. A grand matinee every Saturday at 2 o'clock for ladies and children. Admission, Parquet, 15 cents Orchestra chairs, 25 cents Private boxes, $2.00 Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commence quarter-before 8
Description: Nov. 20 fell on a Friday in 1863; Nov. 24 in fact fell on a Tuesday; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Billy Boyd, Harry Harrington, Billy Holmes, Lida Levans, Adelaide Miller, and Dave Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.139a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall, No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre Harry Enochs, sole lessee P.A. Fitzgerald, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels. ... The school ... Deaf as a post, ... Black brigade ... Grand impalement act, ... To conclude with the laughable episode of Two in a bed! ... Monday evening, Nov. 30th, first appearance of the Western favorite and vocalist, Miss Julie Dawson. Will soon appear, the delightful songstress, Miss Nellie Taylor. Thanksgiving afternoon, a grand performance in which the entire company will participate. Grand matinee every Saturday at half past 2 o'clk for ladies and children. Admission, Parquet, 15 cents Orchestra chairs, 25 cents Private boxes, $2.00 Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commence quarter-before 8
Description: Nov. 30 fell on a Monday in 1863; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Performers include: Billy Boyd, Kate Covington, Harry Enochs, Harry Harrington, Billy Holmes, J. Kelchner, Lida Levans, Adelaide Miller, Tom Vance, Dave Williams, Sammy Williams, and Billy Wright., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.125a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall, No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre Harry Enochs, sole lessee P.A. Fitzgerald, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Continued success of the great star company, and the comic vocalist, Tom Vance. Billy Wright in his impalement feat. Boyd in his comicalities. Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels. ... The school (by particular request.) ... The African Roscius ... Grand impalement act, ... Castinet duet: ... Medical student! ... Intrusive niggers! ... To conclude with the alarming Ethiopian eccentricity The two lodgers ... Will soon appear the Western favorite and vocalist, Miss Julia Dawson, and the charming songstress, Miss Nellie Taylor. Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for ladies and children. Admission, Parquet, 15 cents Orchestra chairs, 25 cents Private boxes, $2.00 Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commence quarter-before 8
Description: Julia Dawson was advertised to appear at the Bijou Music Hall Nov. 30, 1863; Nellie Taylor was advertised to appear Jan. 4, 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Harry Harrington, Adelaide Miller, Dave Williams, Ida Williams, and Sammy Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.129a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall, No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre Harry Enochs, sole lessee C. McMillan, acting and stage manager J. Nosher, musical director First week of the engagement of the favorite comic singer, Tom Vance, first week of Billy Boyd, in his great bellows solo. Denny Gallagher in new acts. Together with the entire star company, Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels. ... Malicious trespassing! ... He would be an actor ... Spiritual manifestations ... To conclude with Lannigan's ball in which the whole company will appear. A grand matinee every Saturday at 2 o'clock for ladies and children. Billy Holmes, the favorite, is engaged, and will soon appear. Admission, Parquet, 15 cents Orchestra chairs, 25 cents Private boxes, $3.00 Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commence quarter-before 8
Description: Billy Holmes first appeared at the Bijou Music Hall in Oct. 1863; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers for the week include: Miss Brownell, Ada Clare, Ellen Colene, E.B. Daniels, Harry Enochs, Emma Gardiner, Master Howard, Martin Joyce, and C. McMillan., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.137a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall, No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre Harry Enochs, sole lessee C. McMillan, acting and stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels. ... An affair of honor! ... Handy Andy! ... Crow family, ... The whole to conclude with the laughable sketch, entitled Family quarrels! Characters by the company. Billy Holmes, the favorite, is engaged, and will soon appear. Admission, Parquet, 15 cents Orchestra chairs, 25 cents Private boxes, $3.00 Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commence quarter-before 8
Description: Billy Holmes first appeared at the Bijou Music Hall in Oct. 1863; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Performers include: Billy Boyd, Miss Brownell, Ellen Colene, Harry Enochs, Denny Gallagher, Emma Gardiner, Master Howard, Martin Joyce, C. McMillan, George Miles, Louisa Novelli, and Ira Paine., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.134a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall, No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre Harry Enochs, sole lessee C. McMillan, acting and stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Programme for this evening. ... Bijou Minstrels. ... An affair of honor! ... Handy Andy! ... Yankee Doodle, ... Crow family, ... The whole to conclude with the laughable sketch, entitled Family quarrels! Characters by the company. A grand matinee every Saturday at 2 o'clock for ladies and children. Billy Holmes, the favorite, is engaged, and will soon appear. Admission, Parquet, 15 cents Orchestra chairs, 25 cents Private boxes, $3.00 Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance commence quarter-before 8
Description: Billy Holmes first appeared at the Bijou Music Hall in Oct. 1863; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Performers for the week include: Billy Boyd, Miss Brownell, Ellen Colene, Harry Enochs, Denny Gallagher, Emma Gardiner, Master Howard, Martin Joyce, C. McMillan, George Miles, and Louisa Novelli., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.124a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall! No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre. The peoples' favorite place of amusement Harry Enochs, sole proprietor Billy Boyd, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director William Heck, business agent Andrew Enochs, ticket agent William Early, officer ... Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... The school ... Grand impalement feat! ... Castinet duet ... Troubadours! ... Crow family! ... To conclude with the roaring farce of Box & Cox! Miss Nellie Taylor, Philadelphia's favorite vocalist, is engaged, and will positively make her first appearance Monday, January 4th, 1864. In preparation, a comic pantomime, entitled Paul & Julia; or, Troubles in a kitchen for the Christmas holidays. Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for the accommodation of ladies and children. Admission, 10 and 15 cents Private boxes, $2.00. Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at quarter-before 7 o'clock. Commence quarter-before 8
Description: Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Performers include: Billy Boyd, Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Helene Smith, Tom Vance, Dave Williams, Ida Williams, Sammy Williams, and Billy Wright., "Card.--The management takes pleasure in informing his patrons, and the public generally, that the Bijou is next door to the Arch St. Theatre, easy of access, and the only place in the city entitled to the name. Gentlemen visiting here will find none of the difficulties pertaining to second floor and basement establishments. Our latch-strings are always out, and no pitfalls around the threshold.", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.140b (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall! No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre. The peoples' favorite place of amusement Harry Enochs, sole proprietor Billy Boyd, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Andrew Enochs, ticket agent, William Early, officer ... Look at this bill for Christmas week Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... The school ... Grand impalement feat! ... Imitations! of dogs, cats, monkeys, apes, chickens, goats, horses, turkeys and geese, ... Medical college! by the Corkonians. ... Turning the tables! ... To conclude with the comic pantomime of Paul and Julia or Troubles in a kitchen. ... On Christmas Day three grand performances, at 10 in the morning, half-past 2 in the afternoon, and half-past 7 in the evening. Miss Nellie Taylor, Philadelphia's favorite vocalist, is engaged, and will positively make her first appearance Monday, January 4th, 1864. Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for the accommodation of ladies and children. Admission, 10 and 15 cents Private boxes, $2.00. Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at quarter-before 7 o'clock. Commence quarter-before 8
Description: Performers include: Billy Boyd, Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Helene Smith, Tom Vance, Dave Williams, Ida Williams, Sammy Williams, and Billy Wright., "Card.--The management takes pleasure in informing his patrons, and the public generally, that the Bijou is next door to the Arch St. Theatre, easy of access, and the only place in the city entitled to the name. Gentlemen visiting here will find none of the difficulties pertaining to second floor and basement establishments. Our latch-strings are always out, and no pitfalls around the threshold.", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (27)5761.F.1a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall! No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre. The peoples' favorite place of amusement Harry Enochs, sole proprietor Bill Yboyd [sic], stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Andrew Enochs, ticket agent William Early, officer ... 2 grand performances on New Year's Day at half-past 2 and half-past 7 o'clock. Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Malicious trespassing, ... Grand impalement feat! ... Imitations! of dogs, cats, monkeys, apes, chickens, goats, horses, turkeys and geese, ... Arkansaw traveler! ... Turning the tables! ... To conclude with the comic pantomime of Paul and Julia or Troubles in a kitchen. ... Miss Nellie Taylor, Philadelphia's favorite vocalist, is engaged, and will positively make her first appearance Monday, January 4th, 1864. Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for the accommodation of ladies and children. Admission, 10 and 15 cents Private boxes, $2.00. Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at quarter-before 7 o'clock. Commence quarter-before 8
Description: Performers include: Billy Boyd, Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Helene Smith, Tom Vance, Dave Williams, Ida Williams, Sammy Williams, and Billy Wright., "Card.--The management takes pleasure in informing his patrons, and the public generally, that the Bijou is next door to the Arch St. Theatre, easy of access, and the only place in the city entitled to the name. Gentlemen visiting here will find none of the difficulties pertaining to second floor and basement establishments. Our latch-strings are always out, and no pitfalls around the threshold.", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1863 (26)5761.F.140a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall! No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre. The peoples' favorite place of amusement Harry Enochs, sole proprietor Billy Boyd, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Andrew Enochs, ticket agent ... First appearance of Philadelphia's favorite vocalist, Miss Nellie Taylor! Aeso [sic], Miss Ella Ogden, the beautiful vocalist Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Take-it-and-leave, man! ... Imitations! by the great Billy Boyd ... Who stole them chickens ... 3 crows! ... To conclude with, and most positively the last week of the comic pantomime of Paul and Julia or Troubles in a kitchen. ... Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for the accommodation of ladies and children. Admission, 10 and 15 cents Private boxes, $2.00. Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at quarter-before 7 o'clock. Commence quarter-before 8
Description: Nellie Taylor was advertised to appear at the Bijou Music Hall Jan. 4, 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Helene Smith, Tom Vance, Dave Williams, and Billy Wright., "Card.--The management takes pleasure in informing his patrons, and the public generally, that the Bijou is next door to the Arch St. Theatre, easy of access, and the only place in the city entitled to the name. Gentlemen visiting here will find none of the difficulties pertaining to second floor and basement establishments. Our latch-strings are always out, and no pitfalls around the threshold.", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1864 (27)5761.F.2a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall! No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre. The people's favorite place of amusement Harry Enochs, sole proprietor Billy Boyd, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Andrew Enochs, ticket agent Officer, Wm. Early ... First week of the accomplished vocalist, Miss Ada Tesman! Second successful week of the sweet balladist, Miss Nellie Taylor! Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Take-it-and-leave, man! ... Dumb man of Gin-o-ah ... Imitations! ... An awkward predicament! ... The adventures of a lieutenant ... To conclude with the laughable afrerpiece [sic] The Rush-in ball: ... Thursday evening, Jan. 14th, benefit of Helene Smith Friday evening, Jan. 15th, benefit of a wounded soldier of the 118th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers. Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for the accommodation of ladies and children. Admission, 10 and 15 cents Private boxes, $2.00. Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at quarter-before 7 o'clock. Commence quarter-before 8
Description: Jan. 14 fell on a Thursday in 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Billy Boyd, Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Tom Vance, Dave Williams, and Billy Wright., "Card.--The management takes pleasure in informing his patrons, and the public generally, that the Bijou is next door to the Arch St. Theatre, easy of access, and the only place in the city entitled to the name. Gentlemen visiting here will find none of the difficulties pertaining to second floor and basement establishments. Our latch-strings are always out, and no pitfalls around the threshold.", Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1864 (26)5761.F.141b (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall! No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre. The people's favorite place of amusement Harry Enochs, sole proprietor Billy Boyd, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director, Andrew Enochs, ticket agent Officer, A. Lake ... Nellie Taylor & Ada Tesman! The beautiful vocalists. Billy Boyd, Tom Vance, Jimmy Quinn & Billy Wright the four funny fellows in new acts. This evening and every evening during the week the performance will conclude with the musical farce, entitled The Swiss cottage Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Malicious trespassing! ... Power of music! ... An affair of honor! ... Castinet duet, ... Backwoods echo! ... To conclude with the musical farce of The Swiss cottage ... Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for the accommodation of ladies and children. Admission, 10 and 15 cents Private boxes, $2.00. Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at quarter-before 7 o'clock. Commence quarter-before 8
Description: Nellie Taylor was advertised to appear at the Bijou Music Hall starting Jan. 4, 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Helene Smith, and Dave Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1864 (26)5761.F.126b (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall! No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre. The people's favorite place of amusement Harry Enochs, sole proprietor Billy Boyd, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Andrew Enochs, ticket agent Officer, Wm. Early ... First week of the Washington favorite, Miss Addie Johnson, first week of the celebrated Ethiopian comedian, Jimmy Quinn, immense success of Miss Nellie Taylor Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Adventures in an apple orchard ... Imitations ... Troublesome boy. ... Handy Andy, ... Run for life! ... To conclude with the Rush-in ball ... In active preparation and will shortly be produced, The Virginny mummy. Thursday evening, January 28th, benefit of Tom Vance. Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for the accommodation of ladies and children. Admission, 10 and 15 cents Private boxes, $2.00. Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at quarter-before 7 o'clock. Commence quarter-before 8
Description: Jan. 28 fell on a Thursday in 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Billy Boyd, Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Helene Smith, Dave Williams, and Billy Wright., "Card.--The management takes pleasure in informing his patrons, and the public generally, that the Bijou is next door to the Arch St. Theatre, easy of access, and the only place in the city entitled to the name. Gentlemen visiting here will find none of the difficulties pertaining to second floor and basement establishments. Our latch-strings are always out, and no pitfalls around the threshold.", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1864 (26)5761.F.138a (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall! No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre. The people's favorite place of amusement Harry Enochs, sole proprietor Billy Boyd, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Andrew Enochs, ticket agent Officer, Wm. Early ... Immense success of the rival vocalists, Miss Nellie Taylor! and Miss Ada Tesman! Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Take-it-and-leave, man! ... The school, ... Bellows solo, with imitations! ... Two in a bed, or, Mrs. Skronshammer's adventures ... Comic trio! ... To conclude with the laughable extravaganza of the Aquatic sportsman! ... Thursday evening, January 28th, benefit of Tom Vance. Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for the accommodation of ladies and children. Admission, 10 and 15 cents Private boxes, $2.00. Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at quarter-before 7 o'clock. Commence quarter-before 8
Description: Jan. 28 fell on a Thursday in 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Billy Boyd, Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Helene Smith, Dave Williams, and Billy Wright., "Card.--The management takes pleasure in informing his patrons, and the public generally, that the Bijou is next door to the Arch St. Theatre, easy of access, and the only place in the city entitled to the name. Gentlemen visiting here will find none of the difficulties pertaining to second floor and basement establishments. Our latch-strings are always out, and no pitfalls around the threshold.", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1864 (26)5761.F.124b (McAllister)

Title: The Bijou Music Hall! No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre. The people's favorite place of amusement Harry Enochs, sole proprietor Billy Boyd, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director Andrew Enochs, ticket agent Officer, Wm. Early ... Immense success of Miss Nellie Taylor, Philadelphia's favorite--also of Jimmy Quinn, the great Ethiopian comedian. Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Othello: ... Pilgrim fathers, ... Wonderful imitations! ... Intrusive nigger! ... Ten-pin Johnny ... Castinet duet ... To conclude with, for three nights only, the laughable negro farce of Two in a bed ... Thursday night, Feb. 4, benefit of Billy Boyd on which occasion will be produced The Virginny mummy. Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for the accommodation of ladies and children. Admission, 10 and 15 cents Private boxes, $2.00. Single seats, 50 cents Doors open at quarter-before 7 o'clock. Commence quarter-before 8
Description: Feb. 4 fell on a Thursday in 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Helene Smith, Tom Vance, Dave Williams, and Billy Wright., "Card.--The management takes pleasure in informing his patrons, and the public generally, that the Bijou is next door to the Arch St. Theatre, easy of access, and the only place in the city entitled to the name. Gentlemen visiting here will find none of the difficulties pertaining to second floor and basement establishments. Our latch-strings are always out, and no pitfalls around the threshold.", Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Bijou Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1864 (26)5761.F.136a (McAllister)

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