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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)

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 ... The manager takes great pleasure to announce to his patrons that he has made an engagement, for one week only, commencing Monday evening, Feb. 22d, with the champion jig dancer of the world, Hank Mason! who challenges any man or boy, white or black, for one thousand dollars. Don't fail to see him. Miss Nellie Taylor & Ada Tesman the immense favorites. Boyd, Williams, Quinn, Sparks, Wright and Enochs the great Ethiopian comedians, in new acts. Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Take-it-and-leave, man! ... Colored philosophers! ... The garroters! ... Castinet duet, ... Run for life ... To conclude (by request) with the musical farce of The Swiss cottage ... Thursday evening, grand complimentary benefit to Hank Mason, on which occasion a splendid silver-mounted banjo will be presented to the best banjoist; also a silver goblet to the best jig dancer. 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. 22 fell on a Monday in 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Helene Smith, and Tom Vance., 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.1b (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 Another bright star--Mr Leon Berger! The St. Louis favorite--his first appearance. The manager takes great pleasure to announce to his patrons that he has made an engagement, for one week longer, of the champion jig dancer of the world. Hank Mason! who challenges any man or boy, white or black, for one thousand dollars. Don't fail to see him, for this is your last chance prior to his departure for California. Nellie Taylor, Ada Tesman and Helene Smith. Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Imitations by the great Billy Boyd. ... Deaf as a post! ... Running the blockade: ... The Crow family, ... The whole to conclude with the laughable farce, entitled The old clock! ... Concluding with the grand plantation scene, entitled How are you, greenbacks? By the whole strength of the company. 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: Hank Mason's first week at the Bijou Music Hall began Feb. 22, 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Billy Boyd, Jimmy Quinn, Tom Vance, Dave 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: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1864 (26)5761.F.127b (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. The peoples' favorite place of amusement Harry Enochs, sole proprietor P.A. Fitzgerald, stage manager J. Nosher, musical director William Heck, business agent Andrew Enochs, ticket agent William Early, officer ... First appearance of Mad'le Helene the great Parisian danseuse. The beautiful Terpsichorean artiste, Miss Carrie Carson. Mons. O. Phi Clide the Hercules of the age, ... Billy Boyd! ... Tom Vance! ... Grand impalement feat Billy Wright. ... Dave Williams, ... Harry Enochs, ... Johnny Kelchner, ... Sammy Williams, ... Castinet duet, ... Mr P.A. Fitzgerald... Jos. Nosher, ... Ida Williams! ... Our bill of fare will satisfy the veriest epicure in the matter of amusement. Songs and dances--Ethiopian, comic and sentimental. Music--humorous and classic. Negro acts--new and excruciatingly phunny ... Miss Nellie Taylor, Philadelphia's favorite vocalist, will shortly appear; also, the beautiful and fascinating Miss Julia Dawson, the Jenny Lind of the West. Grand matinee every Saturday at half-past 2 o'clk for the accommodation of ladies and children. Prices of admission, Parquet, 10 cents Orchestra chairs, 15 cents Private boxes, $2.00 Seats in private boxes, 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., "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.136b (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, 1853 [sic]. 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: Jan. 4 fell on a Monday in 1864; 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.141a (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 Thursday evening, February 18th, 1864 a grand complimentary benefit to Miss Ada Tesman! On which occasion, a host of volunteers! will appear, amongst whom will be found the best talent in the profession: Lizzie Frances, and Kate Frances, the beautiful dancers. Nellie Howard, the great female jig dancer. Geo. Sheldon and Ed. Murray and a host of others--together with the great star company attached to this model concert hall of Philadelphia. 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 For further particulars, see house programmes the night of performance. 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., 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 (25)5761.F.124a (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 & manager Jas. W. Holden, leader of orchestra Andrew Enochs, door tender E. Buck, ticket agent Abe Lake, officer First appearance in Philadelphia of the great western favorite banjo soloist and Ethiopian comedian, Charley Petre Immense success of the great Philadelphia favorite, Miss Nellie Taylor Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Ten-pin Johnny, ... Backwoods echo, ... Grand impalement feat, ... The school ... Two Dromios, ... The whole to conclude with the laughable farce of The frisky cobbler and lazy tailor. ... Grand complimentary testimonial to Harry Enochs, tendered by his company, on Thursday evening, March 31st, 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: Leon Berger's first week at the Bijou Music Hall began Feb. 29, 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Leon Berger, Master Bobby, Harry Enochs, Helene Smith, Louisa St. Croix, Tom Vance, J. Clark Wells, 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: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1864 (26)5761.F.135b (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 & manager Jas. W. Holden, leader of orchestra Andrew Enochs, door tender E. Buck, ticket agent Abe lake, officer First appearance of Jno. E. Gilligan the great Irish comic singer. Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Ten-pin Johnny, ... Household troubles, ... Simmons outdone! ... Young Eph's lament, ... Troubadors! ... Great impalement feat ... Aquatic sportsmen, ... The whole to conclude with the laughable farce of Uncle Jeff's return ... 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 7 o'clock. Commence at 8
Description: Leon Berger's first week at the Bijou Music Hall began Feb. 29, 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Leon Berger, Master Bobby, Harry Enochs, Charley Petre, Louisa St. Croix, Nellie Taylor, Tom Vance, J. Clark Wells, 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: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Bijou 1864 (26)5761.F.129b (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 & manager Jas. W. Holden, leader of orchestra Andrew Enochs, door tender E. Buck, ticket agent Abe Lake, officer Immense success of the great star company Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Clubs are trumps ... Come down with the ducats! ... Old and young Bob! ... The whole to conclude with the laughable afterpiece of The manager in search of talent ... Remember, Thursday evening, is set apart for the grand complimentary testimonial to Harry Enochs on which occasion Miss Rose Shaw, Miss Julia Price, Fattie Stewart, Add Weaver, Billy Thomas and Fred Shaw will appear, by the kind permission of Mr. Fred. Aims. Mr. Gilligan, the celebrated Irish comic singer, has also kindly volunteered for the occasion; also, Master Daniels, the celebrated infant drummer; Mr. Peter Woods, the champion jig dancer, has also kindly volunteered, and a host of others. 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: The testimonial to Harry Enochs was advertised for March 31, 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Leon Berger, Master Bobby, Harry Enochs, Charley Petre, Helene Smith, Louisa St. Croix, Nellie Taylor, Tom Vance, and J. Clark Wells., 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.135a (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 & manager Jas. W. Holden, leader of orchestra Andrew Enochs, door tender E. Buck, ticket agent Abe Lake, officer Second week of Philadelphia's favorite Ethiopian comedian, Fattie Stewart! First appearance of the beautiful danseuse, Miss Emma Gardiner. Mortimer Williams in his celebrated measure dance, (original,) dancing inside and outside of a half-bushel measure. Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Jem and Jack rag! ... Oh! Tell, oh! or, Dere's de money. ... Not to be shaken! ... The whole to conclude with the laughable extravaganza of Moonlight scenes on the plantation. By the whole company. 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 7 o'clock. Commence at 8
Description: Parentheses substituted for square brackets in title transcription., Leon Berger's first week at the Bijou Music Hall began Feb. 29, 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Leon Berger, Charley Petre, Nellie Taylor, and Tom Vance., 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.134b (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 & manager Jas. W. Holden, leader of orchestra Andrew Enochs, door tender E. Buck, ticket agent Abe Lake, officer First appearance of Philadelphia's favorite Ethiopian comedian, Fattie Stewart First appearance of the beautiful danseuse, Miss Emma Gardiner. Engagement, for this week only, at a great expense, the wonder of the world, George Wambold, the boneless man. First appearance of Mortimer Williams in his celebrated measure dance, (original,) dancing inside and outside of a half-bushel measure. Programme for this evening: ... Bijou Minstrels! ... Not to be shaken! ... Le diable d'Chaneau, ... Little Furgy, ... An affair of honor ... The whole to conclude with the laughable farce of The black filly or, The blundering Irishman. ... 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 7 o'clock. Commence at 8
Description: Parentheses substituted for square brackets in title transcription., Leon Berger's first week at the Bijou Music Hall began Feb. 29, 1864; Henry B. Enochs is listed in the Philadelphia directory for 1864 with a music hall at this address., Other performers include: Leon Berger, Harry Enochs, John E. Gilligan, Charley Petre, Nellie Taylor, Master Tommy, and Tom Vance., 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.128a (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: Masonic Hall! Manayunk For 2 nights only Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 25th and 26th, 1863 The original and only Blaisdell Brothers, and their troupe of Swiss bell ringers! In national Swiss costume Playing 239 bells ... The troupe will be aided and assisted by five instrumental solo artists, quartet of vocalists, and brass and string band. ... Cards of admission, 25 cents No half price. Tickets can be had at Jas. G. Marce's jewelry store, Main Street. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance to commence at quarter before 8. See photographs at the hall
Description: The handbell troupe includes E.E. Blaisdell, Julia Peak Blaisdell, W.B. Blaisdell, Albert H. Fernald, Frederick Hess, Gustave Kaufman, Frank Moore, H.M. Rogers, D.G. Waldron, and Steven Young., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.1 x 19.9 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Blaisdell Brothers (Swiss bell ringers)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Blaisdell (25)5761.F.104a (McAllister)

Title: Thanksgiving day! 4 performances Commencing at 10, A.M., 12, M., and 3 and 7, P.M. Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents. More mysteries in necromancy, and great scenes in ventriloquism! Sig'r Blitz the great magician and ventriloquist, with his learned canary birds! 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
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.37b (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: Sig. Blitz the great magician and ventriloquist, with his learned canary birds 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.46a (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: Sig'r Blitz the great magician and ventriloquist, with his learned canary birds! will give his grand performances every eve'ng, commencing at 7 1/2 o'clk and on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, at 3. 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 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
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.40b (McAllister)

Title: Handel and Haydn Hall corner of Eighth and Spring Garden Sts. Benefit of the John Quincy Adams School! in aid of the Sanitary Commission Wonderful metamorphoses in natural magic: modern thaumaturgics and ancient sorcery, combined with immence powers of ventriloquism, and the learned canary birds! Sig'r Blitz the world-renowned ventriloquist and magician, will give his performances at the above place, Friday afternoon and evening April 22d--commencing at 3 and 8. ... To conclude with the wonderful Dance of six plates on a common table! Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Time--evening--doors open at 7 o'clock, to commence at 8 o'clock. Afternoon--doors open at 2 o'clock, to commence at 3
Description: April 22 fell on a Friday 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 (27)5761.F.57c (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: Odd Fellows' Hall! Learned canary birds! Immense powers of ventriloquism Natural magic and spirit rappings. Come and laugh The celebrated and popular Sig. Blitz will give his entertainments at the above place, on Tuesday afternoon & evening, Jan. 24, '64 Doors open at 2 1/2 and 6 1/2 o'clock. Performance commences at 3 and 7. The proceeds to aid the Washington Ambulance Fund. ... 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 pruchased a variety of family amusements, magical scrap books, &c. Instructions given in ventriloquism. Admission, 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: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Blitz (25)5761.F.119a (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: Hall of the Spring Garden Institute March 5th, afternoon and evening, evening, at half-past 7 o'clock; afternoon at 3. Sig. Blitz will give entertainments, as above, for the benefit of the Girls' Grammar School Fifteenth Ward. Admission--Adults, 25 cents. Children, 13 cents 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, 13 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: [1863?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Blitz (27)5761.F.124b (McAllister)

Title: Robert Raikes' School House Sixth Street, above Carpenter. Benefit of the Bounty Fund of the 2d Ward Wonderful metamorphoses in natural magic: modern thaumaturgics and ancient sorcery, combined with immence powers of ventriloquism, and the learned canary birds! Sig'r Blitz the world-renowned ventriloquist and magician, will give his performances at the above place, Thursday afternoon and evening, April 14th, 1864 commencing at 3 and quarter of 8 o'clock. ... To conclude with the wonderful Dance of six plates on a common table! Lessons given in ventriloquism. Family amusements for sale. Also, A history of ventriloquism, with instructions and anecdotes price 15 cents. For sale at the door. Admission, 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: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Blitz (26)5761.F.15a (McAllister)

Title: Brien's National Circus and Model Show! J. Brien, proprietor C. Warner, business manager and treasurer H. Whitby, equestrian director Frank Whittaker, ring manager C.H. Castle, contracting agent R.P. Jones, director of publications This gigantic concern! with an outfit all new! an immense stud of trained horses! a fine selection of ponies! mules and other performing animals! and a superior troupe of performers, constituting the largest and best circus ever formed, will exhibit at Germantown: on Chelton Avenue and Plank Road, on Monday, April 27th, 1863. Admission, 25 cts. No half price. No extra fee demanded for choice seats. Seats for everybody. Performances, afternoon and night, at 2 and half-past 7 o'cl'k Special notice to ladies.--The management is happy to announce an engagement with Mrs. Charles Warner, formerly Mrs Dan Rice ... Miss Libbie Rice! now on her initial professional tour, ... A grand procession, led by P. Brintner's Keystone Cornet Band, will be made daily, at half-past 10 o'clock, A.M
Description: John V. O'Brien, proprietor; other performers include: Charles Conrad, William Conrad, W.B. Kennedy, Charles King, C.F. Reed, Elvira Whitby, H.W. Whitby, Johnny Whitby, Lizzie Whitby, and Margaret Whitby., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Brien's National Circus and Model Show
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Brien (25)5761.F.62b (McAllister)

Title: Brien's National Circus and Model Show! J. Brien, proprietor C. Warner, business manager and treasurer H. Whitby, equestrian director Frank Whittaker, ring manager C.H. Castle, contracting agent R.P. Jones, director of publications This gigantic concern! with an outfit all new! an immense stud of trained horses! a fine selection of ponies! mules and other performing animals! and a superior troupe of performers, constituting the largest and best circus ever formed, will exhibit at Frankford! on Tuesday, April 28th, 1863. Admission, 25 cts. No half price. No extra fee demanded for choice seats. Seats for everybody. Performances, afternoon and night, at 2 and half-past 7 o'cl'k Special notice to ladies.--The management is happy to announce an engagement with Mrs. Charles Warner, formerly Mrs Dan Rice ... Miss Libbie Rice! now on her initial professional tour, ... A grand procession, led by P. Brintner's Keystone Cornet Band, will be made daily, at half-past 10 o'clock, A.M
Description: John V. O'Brien, proprietor; other performers include: Charles Conrad, William Conrad, W.B. Kennedy, Charles King, C.F. Reed, Elvira Whitby, H.W. Whitby, Johnny Whitby, Lizzie Whitby, and Margaret Whitby., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Brien's National Circus and Model Show
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Brien (25)5761.F.63b (McAllister)

Title: Odd Fellows' Hall, Frankford Edward Mogridge, business manager George Brown, treasurer Benefit of the 25th Ward Bounty Fund! On Wednesday evening, Aug. 24, '64 on which occasion Briggs' Minstrels and Burlesque Opera Troupe, in connection with the Bridesburg Armory Brass Band will appear in a versatile programme. ... Dramatic readings! ... How is your grandmudder? ... The evening's entertainment will conclude with the Ethiopian opera, entitled The rival boot blacks ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance to commence at half-past 7. Front seats reserved for ladies. Polite ushers will be in attendance
Description: Performers include: Billy Burr, Joe Dean, W.G. Hilfrem, F. Marion, W.H. Marshall, J.P. Morris, and Pete Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Briggs' Minstrels
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Briggs (26)5761.F.41b (McAllister)

Title: We help the needy Washington Hall S.W. corner Eighth & Spring Garden Sts. Musical director, C.W. Hilfrem Stage manager, Billy Burr Treasurer, Pete Williams Grand complimentary benefit to Mrs. Nevins on Friday, eve'n, July 29, 1864, whose son and only support was killed at the battle before Petersburg, June 20th, 1864. On which occasion, the old and original Brigg's Minstrels and Burlesque Opera Troupe, consisting of 12 performers! will appear in a pleasing programme. ... Hutchinson Family! ... Manager in trouble! ... The evening's entertainment will conclude with the laughable Ethiopian burlesque, entitled Lew-screech-board-her! ... Admission, 25 cents Front seats reserved for ladies. Polite ushers will be in attendance. Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Performers include: J.L. Brown, Billy Burr, C.M. Christy, W. Dugan, C.W. Hilfrem, W.G. Hilfrem, J.P. Morris, Johnny Smith, and Pete Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Briggs' Minstrels
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Briggs (26)5761.F.37a (McAllister)

Title: Canterbury Music Hall, N.W. cor. of Fifth & Chestnut Sts Robert Gardiner, proprietor. Great combination company The most versatile company in the Union! The greatest amount of real fun! No humbug!! No puffing!!! Every member of this company an artist! The patrons and public are respectfully requested to read the names of artists attached to this (Canterbury) Music Hall. First week of Matt Gebler the really best comic vocalist in the Uniou [sic]. ... Grand balcony serenade, by the Canterbury Brass Band led by the celebrated Fritz Hartman. ... Admission, 10 and 15 cents Private boxes, $3 Single seats, 50 cents
Description: On a March 1862 playbill, the proprietors were listed as Wm. A. Wray and Robert Gardiner; by January 1863, the proprietors were listed as Robert Gardiner and Harry Enochs., Other members of the company include: W.W. Batchelor, Charles Clyde, J. De Lattre, George De Louis (and his celebrated dog Jenny Lind), Johnny Forbes, Adelaide Miller, G.W. Murray, and Anne Rush., Printed on yellow paper., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Canterbury Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1862?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Canter 1862 (27)5761.F.15a (McAllister)

Title: Canterbury Music Hall, N.W. cor. of Fifth & Chestnut Sts Robert Gardiner, proprietor. Great combination of talent. Great applause! Full houses! No humbug! No puffery! The people's favorite resort! The best company in the city! The two great and popular female vocalists, Miss Annie Rush and Miss Victoria Howard. ... Canterbury Minstrels ... Orchestra and brass band. Fritz Hartman, leader. ... The laughable afterpiece The 4 lovers!
Description: On a March 1862 playbill, the proprietors were listed as Wm. A. Wray and Robert Gardiner; by January 1863, the proprietors were listed as Robert Gardiner and Harry Enochs., Other members of the company include: Edward Batchelor, William Batchelor, Tom Brookfield, J. De Lattre, George De Louis (and his celebrated dog Jenny Lind), Johnny Forbes, Madame Leona, and George Murray., Printed on yellow paper., Library Company copy imperfect: torn at foot, removing some text; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Canterbury Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1862?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Canter 1862 (27)5761.F.14b (McAllister)

Title: Canterbury Music Hall North-West corner of Fifth and Chestnut Streets. Open every night Robert Gardiner, proprietor ... Excelsior company. The following array of talent will appear every evening in their respective roles: First appearance of Miss Annie Birch, the beautiful and fascinating danseuse, ... Miss Annie Rush, the charming cantatrice, ... Miss Mary Warren, the ever pleasing vocalist. ... Free balcony serenade by the Canterbury Brass Band, led by the great Joe Nosher. Programme for this evening. ... Canterbury Minstrels! ... The whole to conclude with the laughable and side-splitting afterpiece, called The U.S. Mail! or, The carrier in trouble. ... Patrons and strangers visiting the Canterbury, will find it the quietest and best conducted music hall in the city
Description: On a March 1862 playbill, the proprietors were listed as Wm. A. Wray and Robert Gardiner; by January 1863, the proprietors were listed as Robert Gardiner and Harry Enochs., Other members of the company include: William Batchelor, Dick Berthelon, Tom Brookfield, Johnny Forbes, Master Martin, and George M. Miles., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Canterbury Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1862?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Canter 1862 (27)5761.F.17a (McAllister)

Title: Canterbury Music Hall N.W. corner of Fifth and Chestnut Streets Gardiner & Enochs, proprietors Benefit of Uncle John Weaver Mr. Weaver begs leave to inform his friends (if he has any) that his benefit, through the kindness of Messrs. Gardiner & Enochs, will take place Thursday evening, Jan. 15th, 1863 on which occasion he will appear in the laughable musical vaudeville of La Chalet: or The soldier's return. ... A host of volunteers will not appear on this occasion, as Uncle John thinks that the Canterbury Company is a "host" in themselves, combining, as it does, the pride of the profession ... Come one! Come all Tickets to be had everywhere from my friends and the rest of mankind Principal depot for the sale of tickets, Earle's State House Saloon North-west corner of Sixth and Chestnut Streets. Special agent, Bill Fisher For further particulars, see performance
Description: "Particular notice.--My friends are respectfully requested, on this occasion, to come by platoons, file right, and march to the door in double file, where they will receive their pass from Provost Marshall Enochs; right wheel, and form in line in front of Commissary Andy Barnes, where they will be reviewed by Colonel Bob Gardiner. After refreshing themselves they will come to a rest, sit at ease. Several handsome vivandieres will be in attendance to serve refreshments during the evening.", Other members of the company include: Billy Boyd, Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Charley Kendell, Mary Newton, Tilly Price, Anna Sinclair, and Billy Wright., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Canterbury Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Canter 1863 (25)5761.F.38a (McAllister)

Title: Canterbury Music Hall! Saville Buildings, cor. of Sixth and Market Sts Admission, 10 and 15 cents Grand monster company Greatest place of amusement in the city. A monster programme by the Canterbury star troupe! Opening night, Friday, Feb'y 6th, 1863. Open every night! Alpha-beat-'em. Attraction being charmed, does even folly good. He intends, joyfully, keenly, laughingly, manfully, nimbly, openly, purely, quaintly, richly, successfully to use vigor, waggery, xenophene, yearnings and zaneys whimsicalities, on this great occasion. ... Grand matinee every Saturday afternoon for the accommodation of ladies and children
Description: Members of the company include: Millie Bertha, William Brownell, the Conrad Brothers, William de Hart, Miss de Forrest, Harry Enochs, John Holdsworth, Anne Rush, J.G.H. Shorey, Billy Thomas, Emma Thomas, John Wild, and Billy Wright., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Canterbury Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Canter 1863 (25)5761.F.42a (McAllister)

Title: Canterbury Music Hall! Saville Buildings, cor. of Sixth and Market Sts Admission, 10 and 15 cents Grand and monster company Greatest place of amusement in the city. A monster programme by the Canterbury star troupe! Open every night! Alpha-beat-'em. Attraction being charmed, does even folly good. He intends, joyfully, keenly, laughingly, manfully, nimbly, openly, purely, quaintly, richly, successfully to use vigor, waggery, xenophene, yearnings and zaneys whimsicalities, on this great occasion. ... Grand matinee every Saturday afternoon for the accommodation of ladies and children
Description: Playbill for Feb. 6, 1863 advertises: Monday evening, Feb. 9th, the celebrated Conrad Brothers, Miss Annie Rush, Billy Holmes will positively make their first appearance., Members of the company include: William Brownell, the Conrad Brothers, Harry Enochs, William De Hart, Miss De Forrest, William Holmes, Anne Rush, J.G.H. Shorey, Billy Thomas, Emma Thomas, and Billy Wright., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Canterbury Music Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Canter 1863 (27)5761.F.14a (McAllister)

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