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Title: Ho! For Hoffman & Smith's Virginia Troupe of Serenaders! The most competent actors that have ever appeared, will perform at Langstroth's Hall, Germantown, on Wednesday eve'ng, Feb. 1st, 1865 Programme. Part first. Full band, with laughable jokes and comic sayings! Part second. Billy Rose, the great comic Ethiopian delineator. Miss Emma Miller, in her great song and dance. Johnny Clifford the great song and dance man. ... The barber, ... To conclude with The happy walk-around! by the entire company. Price of admission, 25 cents Doors open at half past 6 o'clock. Commence at half-past 7
Description: Other performers include: Harry Phillipps, Jimmy Riley, Johnny Smith, William Ward, and Pete Williams., Illustration signed: Strong., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Hoffman & Smith's Virginia Troupe of Serenaders
Date: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1865 Hoffman (26)5761.F.98a (McAllister)

Title: Home where genius dwells "Our" Head-Quarters! (late "New Idea") Concert Saloon No. 609 Chestnut Street, (above Sixth.) Sole lessee and proprietor, Chas. St. Clair Superintendent, J.J. Fullerton Leader of orchestra, J.K. Search Stage manager, J.M. Mortimer Another great week of fun, the cry is still they come! Xtraordinary. Xamine. Xtra anouncement [sic]. First week of the original contraband, Fred Sharpley in his local songs and dances. Also, first week of the beautiful Ella Zoyara Forrest who will appear nightly in the original zouave drill dance, in full costume. Second week of Miss Annie Stattler, the young and beautiful queen of song. Continued success of the old favorites, who are received nightly with unbounded applause. Miss Sallie Brooks, the young and beautiful vocalist. Billy Porter, versatile performer. George Jones, the ham-fat man. Johnny Riley, general performer. Joe M. Mortimer banjo soloist and stump orator. Come and see The conscript: or, How to be exempted First week of the grand Uproar at the academy or, A manager in a tight place. By the whole company. New minstrel scenes! New solos, new songs, new dances, new burlesques, &c. Don't fail to come. The whole to conclude with the new plantation walk-around, entitled Uncle Sam Grant Admission (including refreshments) 10 cts. Come & see. No boys admitted
Description: Some of the performers listed appeared in other Philadelphia music halls in 1863 and 1864., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Our Head-Quarters Concert Saloon (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863 or 1864?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Our 1863 (27)5761.F.30b (McAllister)

Title: Horsemen, attention! Dr. A.W. Selden of Kentucky, assisted by Dr. W.V. Strickland! of Kentucky, and Dr. James L. Killgore of Delaware, will deliver a free lecture, at Odd Fellows' Hall Wilmington, on Monday night, August 29th, 1864, commencing at [blank] o'clock, on the veterinary science and art, science of horsemanship, and the physiology and anatomy of the horse, and the various methods of taming and handling horses The doctors will, if the citizens wish, take up a class and teach the whole veterinary science. ... They will also introduce their Indian war bridle! which, if any scholar says is not worth the price of tuition alone, no charge will be made
Description: Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 35.9 x 14.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Selden, A. W.
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Selden (26)5761.F.42a (McAllister)

Title: Horticultural Hall, Broad and Walnut Street. Amateur Minstrels, Monday evening, March 28th, 1864 Programme. ... Doors open at 7 P.M. Performance to commence at 7 1/2. Admittance, 25 cents. Reserved seats, 25 cents extra
Description: The ticket for the event states: Proceeds for the benefit of a Sunday school., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Amateur Minstrels
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Amateur (26)5761.F.2b (McAllister)

Title: Horticultural Hall. By special request! 3 nights longer! Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 9, 10 & 11, prices reduced! Admission, 20 cents or 8 tickets for $1.00. Williams South Sea whaling voyage. ... Remember--tickets are only 20 cents Eight tickets, one dollar Remember Wednesday afternoon. Evening--doors open at 7--commence at 7 3/4. Aftern&on [sic]--doors open at 2--commence at 3
Description: Edward C. Williams's Life in the South Seas was first published in 1860, and reprinted in 1862., Feb. 9 fell on a Monday in 1863., 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 (27)5761.F.58b (McAllister)

Title: Horticultural Hall. For six nights only commencing Monday, February 2d, 1863, also, Saturday afternoon, Feb. 7th, for the special benefit of families and schools Capt. Williams' great nautical entertainment! Scenes in the life of an American whaleman! from 720 Broadway, N.Y., where for 250 successive nights it was received with shouts of laughter and wild excitement! ... Admission, 25 cts. Children, 15 cts. On Saturday afternoon, packages of six tickets, ... Evening's entertainments commence at half-past 7 o'clock, precisely
Description: Edward C. Williams's Life in the South Seas was first published in 1860, and reprinted in 1862., Library Company copy torn at corners, affecting some text; 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.98a (McAllister)

Title: Horticultural Hall! Monday and Tuesday evenings, Jan. 30th and 31st Funston's great art wonder of the age. Change of views each evening The new stereocopian which has produced an unparalleled sensation in San Francisco, Stockton, Sacramento, Marysville & Nevada Territory The stereocopian is a new and elaborate apparatus, combining the highest triumphs of optical and chemical science, by which photographic views from nature! are displayed on canvas in vast dimensions with a powerful Drummond light! and illustrating, with astonishing brilliancy, incidents in the present Rebellion! ... Beautiful statuary! ... landscape scenery ... Professor Hullfish will describe each view as it is presented. Admission, 25 cts. Children, 15 cts. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Commence at 8 o'clock. Any person wishing a repetition of any view previously exhibited, will be gratified by leaving word at the office during the day
Description: Jan. 30 fell on a Monday in 1865., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 42.5 x 16.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Funston, Thomas G., b. 1825 or 6
Date: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1865 Funston (27)5761.F.58a (McAllister)

Title: Horticultural Hall One night only: Friday evening, April 24th, 1863 The far-famed Sanford Opera Troupe: oldest company in the world! Samuel S. Sanford, manager. Mr. Sanford will have the honor of presenting the best troupe of artists that has ever been concentrated into one body, embracing: operatic talent, tragic merit comic ability, delineations of men, manners & customs and the special acts, as given with unbounded applause at his opera houses, Philadelphia and Harrisburg. Sanford appearing each evening! with his star troupe ... The exempts, ... Them Irishmen, ... Sanford's black edition of Romeo and Juliet ... The whole to conclude with Sanford's scene, entitled Uncle Tom's cabin. ... Admission, 25 cents. Children 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at quarter of 8. Front seats invariably reserved for ladies. Tom W. Brown, ag't
Description: The company includes: Raffael Abecco, Mr. Batchelor, T.W. Brown, Hughey Dougherty, G.L. Hall, E. Haven, A. Linwood, Fulton Myers, S.S. Sanford, E.J. Turner, and J. Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Sanford's Opera Troupe
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Sanford (25)5761.F.62a (McAllister)

Title: Horticultural Hall, West Chester for five days only Commencing Tuesday evening, March 10th, and every evening during the week. Tickets, 15 cents. Packages of 10, one dollar. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Lecture to commence quarter-before 8. Grand exhibition on Saturday afternoon, at 3 o'clock, for schools and families, when children will be admitted for the low price of six cents. Grand historic mirror of the American war! The most exciting topic of the times! The only work of the kind in existence, sketched by eye-witnesses, and painted by the most eminent artists, under the supervision of the well-known Pearson Brothers, of New York. ... Mr. Robert Pearson, the principal artist, has made arrangements to add to this popular work, from week to week, all the principal events that may transpire in the prosecution of the war, having distinguished artists engaged to forward to him sketches and reports prepared on the spot. ... The unseemly daubs which are generally produced for public inspection, under the name of panoramas, have, in a great measure, shaken the confidence of the people; ... It is necessary, therefore, to inform all classes that this panorama has met with the most unbounded success, having been exhibited within the past few months, in Philadelphia, to not less than 75,000 spectators
Description: March 10 fell on a Tuesday in 1863., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare *PB 1863 Grand (27)5761.F.64 (McAllister)

Title: Horticultural Hall West Chester, Pa. Friday and Saturday eve'ngs, Oct. 2d and 3d, 1863 and Saturday afternoon Tom Thumb and wife outdone by Commodore Foote & sister who have been received with unbounded satisfaction by the clergy, press and public, throughout the western states and South America. Ellinger & Newcomb's great moral exhibition! in conjunction with C. Lavallee's parlor opera! having completed the most successful three weeks' engagement ever played in Baltimore, will open as above this mammoth double entertainment for one night only ... Entire change of programme each performance. Grand select matinee, Saturday afternoon, for the especial aceommodation [sic] of ladies and children. Children, under 12 years, to afternoon concerts, 15 cents Tickets, 25 cents Doors open at 2 and 7 o'clock. Concert begins at 3 and 8
Description: Performers include: Miss M.C. Ellinger, William Ellinger, W.B. Harrison, Joseph Huntler (Colonel Small), J.H. Murphy, Charles Nestel (Commodore Foote), Eliza Nestel, Willie D. Nestel, and J.D. Newcomb., Library Company copy cropped at foot, probably removing imprint; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Ellinger & Newcomb
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Ellinger (25)5761.F.101a (McAllister)

Title: Horticultural Hall, West Chester Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, March 8th, 9th, 11th & 12th, and a matinee on Wednesday and Saturday afternoon. Zographicon! A series of panoramic illustrations--of T.S. Arthur's Ten nights in a bar-room! John Bunyan's Pilgrim's progress, and other attractive scenes from life, character, nature and art! Comprising one of the most pleasing, instructive and highly impressive series of entertainments of this class ever presented to the American public
Description: March 8 fell on a Tuesday in 1864., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.2 x 20.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wunderlich, George, b. ca. 1826
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wunder (27)5761.F.63 (McAllister)

Title: The Hutchinson Family! "The Tribe of Asa" Asa B. Hutchinson, Lizzie, C. Hutchinson, Abby Hutchinson. Freddy Hutchinson, O. Dennett Hutchinson. Whose concerts for twenty-two years have received the cordial approval and patronage of the musical public, at home and abroad, and for the last year the enthusiatic response of Northern freemen, as they have sung their songs of liberty and patriotism, to crowded houses, from Maine to Minnesota, from the Penobscot to the Potomac, from the Merrimac to the Mississippi, and who soon trust to send up the shout of "Freedom! Union! Victory!" throughout the land of "Dixie," respectfully announce their first concert at the hall of Spring Garden Institute, corner Broad and Spring Garden Sts., Thursday evening, Jan. 8th, '63 ... Tickets, twenty-five cents Children, fifteen cents. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Concert to commence at 8
Description: 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., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 51.3 x 16.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Hutchinson Family (Singers)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Hutch (25)5761.F.32a (McAllister)

Title: The Hutchinson Family, Tribe of Asa! "Five live members!" Asa, Lizzie, Abby, Freddy and Little Dennett. Stirring songs for stirring times! Their concerts, for 22 years, have received the cordial approval and patronage of the musical public at home and abroad, and for the last year the enthusiastic response of Northern freemen, as they have sung their songs of liberty and patriotism to crowded houses, from Maine to Minnesota--from the Penobscot to the Potomac--from the Merrimac to the Mississippi--from the lakes to the Atlantic coast, respectfully announce to the ladies and gentlemen that they will give a concert in this place on the above evening They will sing a choice selection from the following list of their new compositions, with some of their standard productions and selections, ... Occupying 1 3/4 hours from the collection above enumerated Cards of admission, 25 cents Children, 15 cents. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Concert will commence at quarter to 8 o'clock
Description: 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 in the list include Spirit of '62 and The war drums are beating., Printed on yellow paper., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Hutchinson Family (Singers)
Date: [1863?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Hutch (28)5761.F.26b (McAllister)

Title: The Hutchinson Family! "Tribe of Asa," will give a benefit concert for the sick & wounded soldiers under the care of the Penn Relief Association, at the Spring Garden Institute, corner Broad and Spring Garden Streets, on Friday evening, Jan. 30, 1863, when they will sing their new songs of home, patriotism, Union and freedom! With some of their standard productions, which have received the cordial approbation of the musical public of the entire North, East and West; ... Admission, 25 cents Children under 12 years, 15 cents. Doors open at 7. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: 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., Printed on rose-colored paper., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Hutchinson Family (Singers)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Hutch (25)5761.F.41b (McAllister)

Title: If u want 2 c the [elephant] and see the Wizard of the East! The great jongleur, ventriloquist, &c. 100 beautiful presents!! given away--free of charge. Admission to entertainments, 25 cents
Description: A picture of an elephant appears in the title., Other playbills for the Wizard of the East are dated Dec. 1863 through Jan. 1865., Library Company copy is printed with, and intended to be detached from: Keep your [eye] open!; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wizard of the East
Date: [ca. 1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wizard (28)5761.F.47a (McAllister)

Title: Immense attraction! Benefit of Yankee Robinson! and last night but one of his engagement! Friday eve'ng, Feb. 19th, 1864 First time of a new national equestrian drama, in three acts, written by John F. Poole, Esq., entitled the Battle of Gettysburg! or, The Yankee scout: ... To commence with the beautiful comedietta, entitled A wife for a day! ... Mr Charles Clyde the strongest man in the world, (a former pupil of Yankee Robinson's) has kindly volunteered, and will lift 14 men! Burlesques, ballets, farces, dramas, Ethiopian acts, songs, dances, &c., &c. Edwin Blanchard and his trained dogs will appear on Monday next. The celebrated La Belle Oceana is engaged, and will shortly appear. Saturday afternoon, ladies' matinee, commencing at 2 o'clk
Description: Other performers include: Robert Butler, Lettie Chandler, Harry Clifford, James Fox, Emma Gardiner, G.W. Herman, C. McMillan, Miss. L. Robinson, Frank Stull, Amelia Wells, and J.R. White., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Continental Theatre (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Cont 1864 (25)5761.F.124b (McAllister)

Title: The immense success achieved by Mr. John Wilkes Booth! in his great impersonation of the Duke of Gloster in the tragedy of Richard III and the rapturous applause bestowed upon his original and energetic performance of the character, the management has great pleasure in announcing the tradegy for repetition, this Wednesday evening, March 4, 1863, ... The orchestra, led by Mr. Chas. R. Dodworth, will perform a variety of popular musical selections To-morrow, Thursday, Mr. Booth will appear in his great character of "Pescara." Seats can be secured for Mr. Booth's performances 6 days in advance Change of time. 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 cast includes: J.W. Albaugh, Albert Bradley, Mr. Craig, Louisa Drew, Mr. Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henri and Master Henri, Barton Hill, Mr. Little, Eliza Price, B.T. Ringgold, B.G. Rogers, Mr. Saphore, Mr. Seymour, Mrs. Stoneall, Mr. Wallis, and Mr. Wilson., 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.
Creator: Arch Street Theatre (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Arch 1863 (3)5761.F.24a (McAllister)

Title: Immense success!! Crowded houses! First night of the dramatic compa'y and first appearance in this city, for 28 years, of Mr. John Weaver! the celebrated comedian. Third appearance of Miss Anna Sinclair! Fourth appearance of Miss Kate Clare! ... This evening. ... Olympic Minstrels! ... Pompey's blunders ... The music lesson, ... To conclude with the laughable burlesque of Jenny Lind ... Admission, 15 cents Gallery, 10 cents. New and laughable farces in rehearsal
Description: John Weaver was active as a minstrel performer and manager in at least 1863 and 1864., Other performers include: E.F. Dardine, Frank Gardner, Master James, 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.
Creator: Theatre and Music Hall (Wilmington, Del.)
Date: [1863 or 1864?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Wilm Theatre 1863 (27)5761.F.100 (McAllister)

Title: "In Union there is strength." Grand complimentary concert! for the benefit of the widow of an old soldier to be given at Franklin Hall, Sixth Street, below Arch, on Saturday evening, April 2d, '64 on which occasion a host of talent will appear, George M. Cramp's Minstrels! will appear in some of their choice songs, ballads, burlesques, comic sayings, dances, music, fun, wit and humor. ... First appearance of J.L. Lynch in five years, the favorite ballad singer. A grand trial clog dance! by two champions, who have lately arrived from England. Programme for this evening. ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance to commence at 8. Gentlemanly ushers in attendance
Description: The company includes: Frank Blake, J.W. Brigs, Pic Butler, Wm. Carter, C.F. Cetdrer, Wm. E. Christie, Dad Dewees, Wm. Furlow, Chas. H. Gamble, Frank Gardner, Dan W. Gordon, A. Graham, Chas. Higman, Jos. L. Lynch, And'w C. Miller, Jas. H. Morris, G. Myers, Chas. J. Rainor, S. Reed, E. Taxton, Geo. W. Vincent, and Carl Wagner., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: George M. Cramp's Minstrels
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 George (26)5761.F.5b (McAllister)

Title: Institute Hall: Easter Monday, March 28th, 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 Wilmington, one grand concert! when he will perform several of his most admired compositions. In order to make these entertainments the most brilliant and varied ever given in this city, the following distinguished artists have been engaged, and will appear jointly with L.M. Gottschalk: Mad. Henriette Behrens, ... Theodore Habelmann, ... Sig. Carlo Patti, ... Musical director and conductor, Mr. S. Behrens ... Admission, $1.00. No extra charge for reserved seats. ... Doors open at quarter-past 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: 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.
Creator: Gottschalk, Louis Moreau, 1829-1869
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Gotts (26)5761.F.3a (McAllister)

Title: Institute Hall. Grand concert by the Duranci sisters! Monday evening, March 16th, 1863 Miss E. Duranci, Miss F. Duranci, Miss N. Duranci assisted by Mr. G. Greith, pianist ... Doors open at 7 oclock. Concert to commence at 8
Description: Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 33.0 x 10.5 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Duranci, E.
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Duranci (25)5761.F.51a (McAllister)

Title: Institute Hall. Positively 1 night only Monday evening, June 1st, 1863. Cards of admission, twenty-five cts. No half-price. Doors open at half-past 7 o'clock. Performance to commence at 8. The world-celebrated Peak Family Swiss bell ringers of 12 members, in their novel and select costume concerts!
Description: 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., 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.
Creator: Peak Family (Swiss bell ringers)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Peak (25)5761.F.75b (McAllister)

Title: Institute Hall: Wednesday, March 28th. 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 Wilmington one grand concert, when he will perform several of his most admired compositions. In order to make these entertainments the most brilliant and varied ever given in this city, the following distinguished artists have been engaged, and will appear jointly with L.M. Gottschalk: Mad. Henriette Behrens, ... Theodore Habelmann, ... Sig. Carlo Patti, ... Musical director and conductor, Mr. S. Behrens ... Admission, $1.00. Reserved seats, 50 cts. extra ... Doors open at quarter-past 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: March 28 actually fell on a Monday in 1864; the date was corrected on a later playbill., 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.
Creator: Gottschalk, Louis Moreau, 1829-1869
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Gotts (27)5761.F.66b (McAllister)

Title: Institute Hall, Wilmington for one night only. Sanford's Opera Troupe This far-famed Philadelphia institution will appear at the above hall, on Saturday evening, Nov'r 12th, 1864, the whole under the immediate direction of Samuel S. Sanford! proprietor and manager, (of Sanford's Opera Houses, Philadelphia and Harrisburg.) The company: as presented on this occasion, is far superior to any ever offered to the public, giving more novelties than heretofore, among which are The exempts--Les miserables--The ghost! and other rare and attractive acts, as only done by Sanford's Troupe. ... Admission to all parts of the hall, 50 cents Children, with their parents, 25 cents. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Commence quarter before 8
Description: 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), Larry Tooley, J.B. Whitman, and J. Williams., "Notice--Change of base.--Mr. Sanford respectfully 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.
Creator: Sanford's Opera Troupe
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Sanford (26)5761.F.52a (McAllister)

Title: Institute Hall Wilmington Monday and Saturday evenings, Jan. 21st and 23d. [sic] Wizard of the East Gift exhibition. 150 150 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. New and startling wonders in magic, ... Ventriloquism in which the Wizard of the East is not to be equaled, ... The manager wishes it to be distinctly understood that no charge will be made for the gifts, but the performance only. The following is a list of the gifts, ... sewing machine, set cottage bed-room furniture, silver tea set, ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open quarter to 7 o'clock. Commence quarter to 8. Attentive ushers will be in attendance. Front seats exclusively reserved for ladies and their attendants
Description: Jan. 21 fell on a Saturday and Jan. 23 on a Monday in 1865., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wizard of the East
Date: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1865 Wizard (27)5761.F.67a (McAllister)

Title: Institute Hall, Wilmington Saturday, Monday, Feb. 27th and 29th, and Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, March 1st, 2d, 3d and 4th, 1864. Zographicon! A series of panoramic illustrations--of T.S. Arthur's Ten nights in a bar-room! John Bunyan's Pilgrim's progress, and other attractive scenes from life, character, nature and art! Comprising one of the most pleasing, instructive and highly impressive series of entertainments of this class ever presented to the American public
Description: Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.4 x 20.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wunderlich, George, b. ca. 1826
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wunder (27)5761.F.68 (McAllister)

Title: An intellectual feast! Isaac Hazlehurst, Esq. will deliver a lecture on Thursday evening next, April 16th, at the room, N.W. cor. Girard Avenue & Thirteenth Sts., (2d story) Subject--The Constitution and the Union Admission, free Yourself and family are invited to be present, as it is intended to be a lecture free from political bias or clap-traps, and designed to impress upon those who may hear it the importance of a better acquaintance with our glorious Constitution and Union, and the fatal consequences resulting from the destruction of either one or the other. At the close of the lecture, Col. Wm. H. Maurice will (by request) recite that beautiful little poem, "The sleeping sentinel!" The lecture will commence at 8 o'clock, and the exercises will close at half-past 9 o'clock. Every family in the Twentieth Ward should be present
Description: April 16 fell on a Thursday in 1863., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Hazlehurst, Isaac
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Hazle (28)5761.F.25b (McAllister)

Title: It is better to laugh than be sighing First grand concert by the Independence Assembly to be given at Girard Hall, S.W. cor. Sixth St. and Girard Avenue, on Friday ev'ng, March 20, 1863 on which occasion the Philadelphia Minstrels are engaged and will appear. ... Comic act--Post Office Sam! ... Comic act--Surprise party ... The performances will conclude with the laughable Ethiopian sketch, written by Andy Williams, entitled The musician! ... Admission, 25 cents. Doors open at half-past 6. Performance to commence at quarter of 8 Front seats reserved for ladies. Polite ushers will be in attendance
Description: Performers include: Professor Buchner, Johnny Edwards, W. Hallowell, H. Hillman, Joe Hoock, Wm. Jefferson, Harry Lamar, M. Lapierre, Jim Leathem, E. Martin, Old Joe Miller, William Miller, Billy Morton, C. Smith, S. Stinson, G. Tromley, and Andy Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Philadelphia Minstrels
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Phila Min (25)5761.F.51b (McAllister)

Title: Just from the seat of war Lecture lecture Josephus Cheaney, the temperance boy, of Kentucky who served his country in the capacity of a soldier, in the 68th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers until, while doing duty, he received an injury which unfitted him for the service, and was honorably discharged, will lecture on the subject of Intemperance and the war, in this place, on [blank] at [blank] The ladies are most respectfully invited to attend
Description: Josephus Cheaney was discharged from the 68th Pennsylvania Volunteers March 15, 1863., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 24.6 x 20.1 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook.
Creator: Cheaney, Josephus, 1840-1905
Date: [1863?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Cheaney (28)5761.F.15c (McAllister)

Title: Kennett Square! Friday evening, June 3d, 1864 One more concert, by request and for the same glorious patriotic object, the aid of the Sanitary Commission, with change of programme, and the sanguine expectation of the presence of some speakers from the Yearly Meeting at Longwood, who will be invited to take part in the exercises of the evening. The Hutchinson Family, old folks and young folks, from their late Southern successful tour to Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, will give one of their grand concerts! In this place, and will sing their songs of freedom & fraternity Gems from Longfellow, Bryant, Saxe, Hon. Mrs. Norton, and others, and various compositions of their own, rendered in their inimitable style. ... Admission, 25 cents Tickets can be had, during the day, of Benjamin P. Kirks, at Pennock's office. Doors open at 7. Concert to commence at 8 History of the family, containing popular songs, for sale. Price 10 cents. Photographs of members and groups of the family can be had at the hall, and during the meeting at Longwood
Description: The Hutchinson Family, Tribe of John, consisted of John W. Hutchinson and his children Henry John Hutchinson and Viola Gertrude Hutchinson (later Campbell)., Parentheses substituted for square brackets in title transcription., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press from Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Hutchinson Family (Singers)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Hutch (26)5761.F.28b (McAllister)

Title: Keystone Hall, Pottstown for five nights only, commencing Tuesday evening, March 22d, 1864. Zographicon! A series of panoramic illustrations--of T.S. Arthur's Ten nights in a bar-room! John Bunyan's Pilgrim's progress, and other attractive scenes from life, character, nature and art! Comprising one of the most pleasing, instructive and highly impressive series of entertainments of this class ever presented to the American public
Description: Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.8 x 20.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wunderlich, George, b. ca. 1826
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wunder (25)5761.F.136a (McAllister)

Title: King & Co's Grand Concert! Opera and Variety Troupe! will perform at [blank] [blank] The above named troupe would most respectfully announce to the ladies and gentlemen of this place that they will give one of the best and most pleasing entertainments ever witnessed in the city. Where are the lovers of mirth & good music? The following talented ladies and gentlemen will appear: Mary Lagrange, the pleasing vocalist. Josephine Carson, the young and beautiful star danseuse. Frank Dimond, the old and justly celebrated Ethiopian comedian, late of Sanford's Opera Troupe. Rody Maguire, the Australian banjoist, tamborinist, and comic jester. Fayette Welch, the celebrated comic vocalist and champion jig dancer. John Donald, leader of orchestra The above named artists will positively appear. The programme has been selected with great care, and will consist of songs, duets and choruses, from the best authors; banjo and bone solos, fancy dancing, overtures, &c., &c. A pleasing afterpiece! will conclude the evening's entertainment. Admission only 25 cents Doors open 7 o'clock. To commence at 8. Go early! Front seats reserved for ladies
Description: Frank Diamond appeared with Sanford's Opera Troupe from Aug. to Nov., 1864., Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 49.1 x 16.2 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: King & Co's Grand Concert, Opera and Variety Troupe
Date: [1865?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1865 King (28)5761.F.27b (McAllister)

Title: Langstroth Hall Learned canary birds! Immense powers of ventriloquism Natural magic and spirit rappings. Come and laugh The celebrated and popular Sig. Blitz in his temple of wonders, on Wednesday afternoon and evening January 4th, 1865. ... The evening's entertainment will conclude with the celebrated Dance of 6 dinner plates on a common table, ... Lessons given by Sig. Blitz, of whom may be purchased a variety of family amusements, magical scap books, &c. Instructions given in ventriloquism. Adult's tickets, 25 cents Children, 15 cents
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: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1865 Blitz (27)5761.F.67b (McAllister)

Title: Last night but four of the engagement of Mr. John Wilkes Booth! when he will appear as "Evelyn!" in Bulwer's celebrated comedy of Money, which will be presented in its original form restoring the very important club house scenes! Mrs. John Drew as Clara Douglass Tuesday evening, March 10, 1863 will be presented Bulwer's great comedy of Money! ... Charles R. Dodworth and his celebrated orchestra, will execute, in their unequaled manner, Dodworth's Raw recruit quadrilles. To conclude with the musical comedietta of The Swiss swains! ... To-morrow, Wednesday, the beautiful play of The marble heart, which was received on Tuesday, the 3d inst., with the most intense interest and approbation, by a delighted audience, will be repeated with the same excellent distribution. 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, Mrs. Charles Henri, Jane Laws, Mr. Little, Eliza Price, B.T. Ringgold, B.G. Rogers, and Mr. Wallis., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.5 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.26a (McAllister)

Title: Last night but three of the engagement of Mr. John Wilkes Booth! Many requests having been made at the box office for a repetition of the beautiful romantic play of The marble heart! It will be presented this Wednesday evening, March 11th, '63 with all its exquisite effects ... The orchestra, led by Chas. R. Dodworth, will perform a popular overture, and other musical selections. To conclude with the musical comedietta of The Swiss swains! ... To-morrow, Thursday, Schiller's tragedy of The robbers! which was received, on its first representation, with shouts of approbation, will be repeated, in conjunction with the drama of The lost ship. Friday, benefit of Mr. Booth Macbeth. In active preparation, a new play entitled Aurora Floyd adapted from Miss Braddon's popular novel, expressly for this theatre, by Mad. Julie de Marguerittes. 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: Charlotte Adams, Mr. Craig, Frank Drew, Louisa Drew, Emma Gardiner, Mrs. Charles Henri, Barton Hill, Melinda Jones, Miss Jones, Jane Laws, Mr. Little, Eliza Price, B.T. Ringgold, B.G. Rogers, Kate Ryner, Mr. Seymour, Miss Somerfield, Mrs. Stephens, Mrs. Stoneall, Mr. Wallis, and Mr. Wilson., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.4 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.27a (McAllister)

Title: Last night but two of the engagement of Mr. John Wilkes Booth! when he will appear in a great bill! comprising tragedy and drama! This Thursday evening, March 12th, 1863 will be presented Schiller's tragedy of The robbers: or, The forest of Bohemia! ... The orchestra, led by Chas. R. Dodworth, will perform a popular overture, and other 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. ... To-morrow, Friday, farewell benefit of J. Wilkes Booth Saturday, last night of Mr. J.W. Booth In active preparation, a new play entitled Aurora Floyd adapted from Miss Braddon's popular novel, expressly for this theatre, by Mad. Julie de Marguerittes. Seats can be secured 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 55.3 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.27b (McAllister)

Title: Last night of the engagement of Mr. John Wilkes Booth! when he will appear in his great character of "Pescara." First night, for several seasons, of the drama of Rob Roy! Mrs. John Drew as Florinda & Helen Macgregor This Saturday evening, March 14th, 1863 will be presented Shiel's celebrated tragedy of The apostate! ... The orchestra, led by Chas. R. Dodworth, will perform a popular overture, and other musical selections. To conclude with, first time in several seasons, the popular drama of Rob Roy! or, Auld lang syne. ... Monday, benefit of Mr. Barton Hill Our American cousin and the Gunmaker of Moscow. In active preparation, a new play entitled Aurora Floyd adapted from Miss Braddon's popular novel, expressly for this theatre, by Mad. Julie de Marguerittes. 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: Charlotte Adams, J.W. Albaugh, Albert Bradley, Mr. Craig, Mr. Fisher, Emma Gardiner, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henri, Barton Hill, Goerge Jones, Melinda Jones, Mr. Little, Eliza Price, B.T. Ringgold, B.G. Rogers, Mr. Saphore, Mr. Seymour, Miss Somerfield, Mr. Wallis, Mr. Wilson, and Mr. Worth., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.5 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.28b (McAllister)

Title: The last night! Wizard of the East! Splendid photograph album for the prettiest lady, and a tin cup for the ugliest man besides 100 presents! ... Admission 25 cents
Description: Other playbills for the Wizard of the East are dated Dec. 1863 through Jan. 1865., Library Company copy is printed with, and intended to be detached from: To-night! Wizard of the East!; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wizard of the East
Date: [ca. 1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wizard (28)5761.F.47b (McAllister)

Title: Last week but one, of Sig. Blitz the great magician and ventriloquist, with his learned canary birds who will give his grand performances at the above hall, every evening during the week commencing at half-past 7 o'clock, and Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, at 3 o'clock. 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: According to dated playbills and advertisements in the Philadelphia Inquirer, the children's admission price was 13 cents from Nov. 1861 to June 1863; starting in Oct. 1863, the children's admission price was 15 cents., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Blitz, Antonio, 1810-1877
Date: [between 1861 and 1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1861 Blitz (6)5761.F.47a (McAllister)

Title: Last week of P.T. Barnum's Museum of Living Wonders! To be seen at all hours from 9, A.M. to 10, P.M. 1009 Chestnut St. Convenient of access for the masses. Eligible location for all classes. On first floor for family parties. The monster living black sea lion ... The celebrated mysterious what is it? An apparent man monkey. ... The famous albino family; from the island of Madagascar. Father, mother and child. Born of perfectly black African parents. ... The albino family will be absent for meals from 12 to 1 and from 5 to 6 o'clock. Admission. 25 cents Children under 10 years, 15 cts
Description: Advertised in the Philadelphia Inquirer, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 1862., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Barnum's Museum (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Barnum 1862 (26)5761.F.122c (McAllister)

Title: Last week of the grand stereopticon (Copyrighted by P.E. Abel, Philadelphia.) ... Monday, October 24th, 1864 (and every evening during the week.) This last week will be presented the ghost! and all of the finest gems of the collection, which now number nearly one thousand! ... Notice.--A night with the sculptors! by request Friday evening, Oct. 28th, will be set apart for statuary exclusively! ... Saturday, October 29th, last night. ... Among the many new scenes we shall present, will be the celebrated historical apparition of Berlin ... At each entertainment will be presented a choice selection, comprising the grandest and most attractive views of American and European scenery: ... Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Parentheses substituted for square brackets around the copyright statement in title transcription., 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 (6)5761.F.28a (McAllister)

Title: Laugh and be merry Grand complimentary benefit to Wm. D. Dunsford late of Co. "F," 196th Regiment, P.V. The Excelsior Minstrels at Washington Hall, S.W. corner of Eighth and Spring Garden Streets, on Wednesday evening, Jan. 4, 1865. Leader, E. Brennan Acting manager, J.W. Everitt Stage manager, L. De Costa ... Programme. ... Ole Bull in a tight place ... City shaver! ... Trespassing on these premises! ... Countryman's visit ... The whole to conclude with The black statue ... Cards of admission, 25 cents Children, 15 cents. Doors open at seven o'clock. Commence quarter before eight
Description: Performers include: Billy Ashford, E. Brennan, Billy Dunsford, Mr. Gordon, T. Hughs, J. Johnson, W. King, H. Leach, William Sutherland, C. Trull, and L. Wood., Illustration signed: Strong., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.3 x 19.8 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Excelsior Minstrels
Date: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1865 Excelsior (26)5761.F.79b (McAllister)

Title: Laugh and be merry Grand concert to be given by the Humane Association, at Washington Hall, south-west corner of Eighth and Spring Garden Streets, on Thursday evening, April 23d, 1863, on which occasion the Philadelphia Minstrels! will appear in their versatile programme. ... 16,000 years ago: or, The long lost brothers ... Lay low for Furgy! ... The performances will conclude with the laughable pantomime, entitled The village tailor ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open at quarter-before 7; to commence at half-past 7 o'clock. Polite ushers will be in attendance. Front seats reserved for ladies
Description: Performers include: J. Boube, W. Fraes, Herr Heinrick, Joe Hoock, Harry Lamar, Jim Leathem, Ed. Martin, Old Joe Miller, D. Montley, John Neace, F. Orland, C. Smith, S. Stanley, G. Tromley, and Andy Williams., 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.
Creator: Philadelphia Minstrels
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Phila Min (25)5761.F.61a (McAllister)

Title: Learned canary birds! Immense powers of ventriloquism Natural magic and spirit rappings. Come and laugh The celebrated and popular Sig. Blitz every evening, at half-past seven o'clock, and Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, at three o'clock. ... The evening's entertainment will conclude with the celebrated Dance of 6 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 Secured seats, 50 cents. Children, 15 cents
Description: According to dated playbills and advertisements in the Philadelphia Inquirer, the children's admission price was 13 cents from Nov. 1861 to June 1863; starting in Oct. 1863, the children's admission price was 15 cents., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Blitz, Antonio, 1810-1877
Date: [not before 1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Blitz (6)5761.F.40a (McAllister)

Title: Lea's Variety Troupe Third Corps, Brandy Station Programme for to-night. ... Drop dat pocket book ... Lay low for Fergy ... To conclude with The ticket-of-leave man! ... Concluding with a plantation jubilee and festival, entitled We'll all join the Union
Description: The Third Corps, Army of the Potomac, took up winter quarters in Brandy Station, Va. Dec. 1863; the Third Corps was disbanded in March 1864., The company includes: Harry Bloodgood, G.W. Burgess, Leonora Creed, Estella and Jenny Forrest, W.B. Fox, H. Hapgood, James Jenks, Amos Stone, Dick Watkins, and Joseph Whiting., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Lea's Variety Troupe
Date: [1864?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Lea (27)5761.F.71a (McAllister)

Title: Lecture "Our glorious country, the United States, foretold in the Holy Scriptures," clearly delinieated, described & located
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Strowbridge, Prof
Date: 1863
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Strow (28)5761.F.9b (McAllister)

Title: Letters given to Capt. Williams after having witnessed his South Sea whaling voyage! Most of which were given without solitication
Description: Caption title., Edward C. Williams's Life in the South Seas was first published in 1860, and reprinted in 1862., One letter is dated Nov. 27, 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: [1862?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1862 Williams (25)5761.F.17a (McAllister)

Title: Liberty Hall for one night only positively, Wednesday, March 23d, 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 Alexandria one grand concert, when he will perform several of his most admired compositions. In order to make these entertainments the most brilliant and varied ever given in this city, the following distinguished artists have been engaged, and will appear jointly with L.M. Gottschalk: M'me Charlotte Varian, ... Theodore Habelmann, ... Sig. Carlo Patti, ... Musical director and conductor, Mr. S. Behrens ... Admission, $1.00. Reserved seats, 50 cts. extra ... Doors open at quarter-past 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: "March 23. Been by carriage to Alexandria. Roads cut up. Desolation everywhere. ... Concert at Alexandria; quieter than the last; many sentinels have mounted guard in the passages, and have even sat down with the audience, to suppress the noise should there be any. We set out again immediately after the concert."--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.
Creator: Gottschalk, Louis Moreau, 1829-1869
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Gotts (26)5761.F.1b (McAllister)

Title: Library Hall! Three nights only, positively, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, March 1st, 2d & 3d, 1864 Having just concluded a season of fifteen nights at the Concert Hall, Philadelphia, (acknowledged by all the most successful engagement ever played in that city) are now en route for the West, and will perform in this city on the above nights. This company give an entire change of performance every night. The far-famed, world-renowned, original and only Morris' Minstrels! brass band and burlesque old folks' concert troupe! 19 established artists, from their opera house, Tremont Street, Boston. ... Five comedians, four balladists, seven musicians and three dancers. The only complete company organized--organized with great care for this season, 1864. ... Scenes from my boyhood ... Giving the sign, ... The veteran, ... The whole to conclude with the roaring farce, Black assurance: ... Cards of admission, 25 cts. Reserved seats, 25 cts. extra Doors open at a quarter-before 7. To commence at a quarter to 8 o'clock precisely. ... A free serenade in front of hall, previous to performance by Morris' Brass Band
Description: 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., "Rules of the hall.--Persons are requested not to beat time with their feet, as it is unpleasant to the audience and interrupts the performance. Front and centre seats reserved for ladies and gentlemen accompanying them. Colored people admitted only to seats assigned them. Gentlemen are requested to take off their hats during the performance hours. Whistling is positively forbidden in the hall. Owing to the extreme length of the programme, no repetition of the pieces can be given. Boys not admitted to the gallery.", Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 54.9 x 20.0 cm., Illustration signed: J.W. Morse N.Y., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Morris' Minstrels
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Morris (25)5761.F.133a (McAllister)

Title: Library Hall! Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 3d, 4th and 5th, '64 Wizard of the East Gift exhibition. 150 150 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. New and startling wonders in magic, ... Ventriloquism in which the Wizard of the East is not to be equaled, ... The manager wishes it to be distinctly understood that no charge will be made for the gifts, but the performance only. The following is a list of the gifts, ... sewing machine, set cottage bed-room furniture, silver tea set, ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open quarter to 7 o'clock. Commence quarter to 8. Attentive ushers will be in attendance. Front seats exclusively reserved for ladies and their attendants
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wizard of the East
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wizard (27)5761.F.72a (McAllister)

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