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

Title: 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 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: Third and last week of the immensely successful engagement of the great tragic alliance J.W. Wallack, Jr. E.L. Davenport, and Mrs. Farren, all appearing this Monday evening, November 2d, 1863 in the beautiful play, in 5 acts, written expressly for Mr. E.L. Davenport, entitled St. Marc or, The soldier of Fortune. ... To-morrow, Tuesday, by request, Shakspere's Othello Shakspere's Julius Caesar is in rehearsal. Box book now open. Seats secured 3 days in advance. Prices of admission: Parquet and dress circle, 50 cents Family circle, 25 " Orchestra seats, 75 " Private boxes according to their locality. No extra charge for secured seats. Doors open at 7 o'clock. The curtain will rise at half-past 7, precisely
Description: The cast includes: F.E. Aiken, Mr. Burns, Mr. Craig, Mr. Fisher, Isabella Freeman, Emma Gardiner, Mr. Hillyard, Mr. Little, Owen Marlowe, B.G. Rogers, J.H. Taylor, J.P Thayer, and Mr. Wallis., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.7 x 20.4 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.61b (McAllister)

Title: Canterbury Music Hall, N.W. cor. 5th & Chestnut Lessee and proprietor John H. Chilcott ... Programme. ... Canterbury Minstrels. ... Challenge jig, ... Surprise party, ... Schemmerhorn's boy! ... The whole to conclude with the plantation festival, entitled U.S.A. Look out for Thursday evening, when J.H. Jefferson, from Maguire's Opera House, will make his first appearance in this city in a roaring farce. Remember, Monday, Oct. 24th, when the world-renowned Scotch nightingale, will make her 1st appearance, Miss Kate A. Bell. Prices of admission. Private boxes, $2. Single seats, 50e [sic]. Parquet, 20c. First tier, 10c. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performances commence at quarter-past 8 The bar is stocked with the choicest liquors and cigars. Polite waiters in attendance
Description: Oct. 24 fell on a Monday in 1864., Members of the company include: Fred Alexander, Edward Batchelor, Ida Berger, Tillie Bishop, Fenno Burton, Sam Cowell, Billy Emmett, Bob Harrison, Mons. Knoth, Alexander O'Brien, Ed. Preble, Andy Williams, and Ida Williams., 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: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Canter 1864 (27)5761.F.12a (McAllister)

Title: Canterbury Music Hall, N.W. cor. Fifth & Chestnut Sts Business manager, John Cathcart Stage manager, Ed. Preble Triumphant still!! Continued success of the great comic singer and Philadelphia favorite, Billy Holmes The charming danseuse and vocalist, Miss Mary Warren ... and a host of volunteers, on the occasion of Old Dick Berthelon's benefit. Programme for this evening. ... Canterbury Minstrels. ... Mischievous boy, Billy! ... Countryman's visit. ... Elopement in high life ... The performance to conclude with the laughable afterpiece, entitled Canterbury ball room ... Doors open at 6 o'clock. Commence at 8 Admission, 10 and 20 cts. Private boxes, $3. Single seats, 50 cents. Remember Billy Holmes' benefit, Dec. 6th. The greatest bill ever offered. Don't fail to come
Description: Dick Berthelon's benefit was advertised for Dec. 1, 1864., Other members of the company include: Tillie Bishop, Tom Brookfield, Louis Pettit, Ed. Preble, Frank Solomon, and Billy West., 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: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Canter 1864 (27)5761.F.18a (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: 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: We persevere to save A grand exhibition of photographic & stereoscopic views of the American Civil War, the important events, such as battles, skirmishes, encampments, etc., from the beginning up to the present time, for the benefit of Hamilton Section, No. 24, C. of T. at the Commissioners' Hall, West Philadelphia, on Wednesday evening, June 16th, 1862. Commencing at 8 o'clock. The views will be presented on a disc 14 feet square, with the use of the calcium light. Remarks, by Geo. A. Shryock. Programme. ... Admission, 10 cents
Description: The program lists 82 numbered views., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 We persev (2)5786.F.97b (McAllister)

Title: For the benefit of the Sanitary Commission! The grand Wallack Combination Company will give a final exhibition on Saturday evening April 30, at Citizens' Hall! The proceeds of which will be devoted to the benefit of the sick and wounded soldiers of the state of Pennsylvania, in the hospitals of the Potomac. Those who feel for the suffering brave who have given their blood for the old flag, fathers, wives, sisters, mothers and brothers who have yielded their dear ones for the sake of their country, are respectfully invited to answer this appeal to their best sympathies. Give your mite to the suffering, aid your distressed countrymen, and enjoy a pleasant entertainment! For prices and time see small bills
Description: April 30 fell on a Saturday in 1864., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook.
Creator: Wallack Combination Company
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Wallack (1)5781.F.19 (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: Fattie Stewart's Melodeon 609 Chestnut St Lessee and manager, J.C. Stewart Leader of orchestra, J. Robinson Veni! Vidi! Vici! And we still live! Occular demonstration is the surest proof that our performances are plus ultra. New stars. New acts and burlesques!! Engagement of Johnny Mitchell, ... Billy Chambers, ... Miss Rosa Chambers. Mast. Tommy, Sammy Williams, ... Together with all the old favorites--J.E. Gilligan, Kathleen Covington, Prof. Robinson, H.W. Speigle, Signor Watselman, Leon Berger, and the ever-popular Fattie Stewart! Programme extraordinary! ... Babes in the wood ... All for ducats, ... Downfall of Africa, ... The whole to conclude with a new plantation scene in which the whole company will appear. Grand complimentary benefit to Fattie Stewart for which 99 performers have kindly volunteers, on Thursday, Oct. 20. Admission, ten cents Doors open at 7 1/2 o'clock. To commence at 8. Wines, liquors, beer and cigars, constantly kept at the bar, and served by polite and attentive waiters. Any overcharge or not returning right change by waiter, patrons will please report at the bar
Description: Oct. 20 fell on a Thursday in 1864., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Fattie Stewart's Melodeon
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Fattie 1864 (27)5761.F.39b (McAllister)

Title: Sanford's new Opera House Race Street, between Second & Third Friday evening, Decem'r 30th, 1864, immense success of the holiday pantomime!! Ladies and their children out en masse. Children will be admitted during the holidays, with their parents, at 15 cts. Programme. ... That's my boy. ... To conclude with the grand fairy operatic pantomime of Cinderella! or, The harlequin prince. ... Cards of admission, 25 cents Orchestra seats, 50 cts Private boxes, dress circle, $5 Private boxes, family circle, $4 & $3 Office will be open from 9 to 2 o'clock, for the sale of secured seats and boxes, without extra charge. Doors open at quarter before 7 o'clock. To commence quarter before 8 Second day performance Monday, January 2d, 1865, order of the day--The pantomime of Cinderella will be performed at 10 o'clock, A.M., especially for the poor, who are unable to spend their money for amusements. A few reserved seats for those who wish to pay. The proceeds to be devoted to the poor. Immediately after this performance, 2000 loaves of fresh hot bread! will be distributed to the poor. A grand extra afternoon performance, half-past 2 o'clock, when the minstrels will perform and the pantomime will be presented
Description: The company includes: F. Basquin, W. Buckley, Fulton Myers, H.J. Raynor, J.P. Reese, Eddie Rivers, Julia Sanford, S.S. Sanford, Frank Schaeffer, W. Schaffer, Jake Wallace, 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 House (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Sanford 1864 (26)5761.F.77b (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: Sanford's new Opera House Race Street, between Second & Third Monday, January 2d, 1865. Grand gala day Morning performance for the poor! Doors open at 10 o'clock. Commence at half past 10. The poor admitted free A few seats reserved for those who can pay. 2000 loaves of fresh hot bread! will be distributed to the poor, immediately after the morning performance. Afternoon performance! Doors open at quarter of 2 o'clock. Commence at half-past 2. Programme. ... Paddy's wedding, ... To conclude with the grand fairy operatic pantomime of Cinderella! or, The harlequin prince. ... Cards of admission, 25 cents Children will be admitted during the holidays, with their parents, at 15 cts. Orchestra seats, 50 cts Private boxes, dress circle, $5 Private boxes, family circle, $4 & $3 Office will be open from 9 to 2 o'clock, for the sale of secured seats and boxes, without extra charge. Doors open at quarter before 7 o'clock. To commence quarter before 8
Description: The company includes: F. Basquin, W. Buckley, T.R. Deverill, J.P. Heffron, H.J. Raynor (and his learned dog, Lilly Dale), J.P. Reese, Eddie Rivers (a.k.a. Nino Eddie), Julia Sanford, S.S. Sanford, W. Schaffer, Jake Wallace, 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 House (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Sanford 1865 (26)5761.F.78b (McAllister)

Title: Sanford's new Opera House Race Street, between Second & Third Saturday evening, Decem'r 31, 1864, unprecedented success of Sanford's Troupe and the holiday pantomime. Programme. ... That's my boy. ... To conclude with the grand fairy operatic pantomime of Cinderella! or, The harlequin prince. ... Cards of admission, 25 cents Children will be admitted during the holidays, with their parents, at 15 cts. Orchestra seats, 50 cts Private boxes, dress circle, $5 Private boxes, family circle, $4 & $3 Office will be open from 9 to 2 o'clock, for the sale of secured seats and boxes, without extra charge. Doors open at quarter before 7 o'clock. To commence quarter before 8 Second day performance Monday, January 2d, 1865, order of the day--The pantomime of Cinderella will be performed at 10 o'clock, A.M., especially for the poor, who are unable to spend their money for amusements. A few reserved seats for those who wish to pay. The proceeds to be devoted to the poor. Immediately after this performance, 2000 loaves of fresh hot bread! will be distributed to the poor. A grand extra afternoon performance, half-past 2 o'clock, when the minstrels will perform and the pantomime will be presented. On Monday next, the learned dog, Lilly Dale
Description: The company includes: F. Basquin, W. Buckley, Fulton Myers, H.J. Raynor, J.P. Reese, Eddie Rivers, Julia Sanford, S.S. Sanford, Frank Schaeffer, W. Schaffer, Jake Wallace, 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 House (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Sanford 1864 (26)5761.F.78a (McAllister)

Title: Sanford's new Opera House Race Street, between Second & Third Excursion! Free, to the city and back Sanford's complimentary benefit, on Saturday evening, Dec. 17th, 1864 Card.--The directors of the Market Street Ferry Company will, on the above evening, carry passengers to the city and return free on the above occasion, to those who will attend Sanford's benefit! Parties will purchase their tickets of Mr Pell, fruit stand, Market Street Ferry, Camden, who will give them a check to return. The boat will be in waiting at foot of Market St. S. side after termination of performance at 10 o'clock, thus enabling all parties to get to their homes in respectable time. The entertainment will comprise a great variety of minstrelsy! New acts, new songs, new pieces, new dances, by Sanford's Troupe! The wonder of the world, Nino Eddie will also appear on this occasion. The price of admission remains the same. Parquet and family circle, 25 cents Orchestra seats, 50 " Doors open quarter-past 6. To commence at quarter of 8. Terminating at or near 10. Mark!----By asking Mr. Pell for Sanford's tickets, at any of the above prices, your fare is included both ways---from Camden to the city, and from the city back
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Sanford's Opera House (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Sanford 1864 (26)5761.F.73a (McAllister)

Title: Sanford's new Opera House Race Street, between Second & Third Tuesday evening, December 27, 1864 Grand holiday pantomime, Cinderella, or The harlequin prince Children will be admitted during the holidays, with their parents, at 15 cts. Programme. ... The truants, ... To conclude with the grand fairy operatic pantomime of Cinderella! or, The harlequin prince. ... Cards of admission, 25 cents Orchestra seats, 50 cts Private boxes, dress circle, $5 Private boxes, family circle, $4 & $3 Office will be open from 9 to 2 o'clock, for the sale of secured seats and boxes, without extra charge. Doors open at quarter before 7 o'clock. To commence quarter before 8 Second day performance Monday, January 2d, 1865, order of the day---Bread to the poor at 11 o'clock. Afternoon performance at quarter-past 2 o'clock. Evening, at half-past 7
Description: The company includes: F. Basquin, W. Buckley, Fulton Myers, H.J. Raynor, J.P. Reese, Julia Sanford, S.S. Sanford, Frank Schaeffer, W. Schaffer, Jake Wallace, 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 House (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Sanford 1864 (26)5761.F.76b (McAllister)

Title: Sanford's new Opera House Race Street, between Second & Third Thursday evening, Dec'r 29th, 1864, immense success of the holiday pantomime!! Ladies and their children out en masse. Children will be admitted during the holidays, with their parents, at 15 cts. Programme. ... That's my boy. ... To conclude with the grand fairy operatic pantomime of Cinderella! or, The harlequin prince. ... Cards of admission, 25 cents Orchestra seats, 50 cts Private boxes, dress circle, $5 Private boxes, family circle, $4 & $3 Office will be open from 9 to 2 o'clock, for the sale of secured seats and boxes, without extra charge. Doors open at quarter before 7 o'clock. To commence quarter before 8 Second day performance Monday, January 2d, 1865, order of the day--The pantomime of Cinderella will be performed at 10 o'clock, A.M., especially for the poor, who are unable to spend their money for amusements. A few reserved seats for those who wish to pay. The proceeds to be devoted to the poor. Immediately after this performance, 2000 loaves of fresh hot bread! will be distributed to the poor. A grand extra afternoon performance, half-past 2 o'clock, when the minstrels will perform and the pantomime will be presented
Description: The company includes: F. Basquin, W. Buckley, Fulton Myers, H.J. Raynor, J.P. Reese, Eddie Rivers, Julia Sanford, S.S. Sanford, Frank Schaeffer, W. Schaffer, Jake Wallace, 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 House (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Sanford 1864 (26)5761.F.77a (McAllister)

Title: First benefit of the young American artist, Mr. John Wilkes Booth! when he will appear in 2 Shaksperean characters Shylock and Petruchio. Mrs. John Drew as Portia and Catharine This Friday eve'g, March 6th, 1863, will be presented, first time in three years, Shakspere's play of the Merchant of Venice terminating with the celebrated trial scene, ... The orchestra, led by Mr. Chas. R. Dodworth, will perform a variety of popular musical selections The performances to conclude with, 1st time in three yezrs [sic], the Shaksperean comedy of Catharine and Petruchio ... To-morrow, Saturday, Mr. Booth will appear in the great play of The robbers! Monday--Hamlet. 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, Mr. Craig, Frank Drew, Mr. Fisher, Emma Gardiner, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henri, Barton Hill, Melinda Jones, 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 55.8 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.25a (McAllister)

Title: Unionville Hall one afternoon and evening! Benefit of the Ladies' Aid Society! Wonderful metamorphoses in natural magic: modern thaumaturgics and ancient sorcery, combined with immence powers of ventriloquism, and the learned canary birds! Sig'r Blitz the world-renowned ventriloquist and magician, will give his performances at the above place, Friday afternoon and evening, April 8th, 1864, commencing at 3 and half-past 7 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: 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.6a (McAllister)

Title: Canterbury Music Hall, N.W. cor. Fifth & Chestnut Sts Sole lessee, John H. Chilcott Business manager, John Cathcart Stage manager, Ed. Preble Novelty succeeds novelty New faces! New acts! Entire change of programme! Benefit of Billy Holmes! This evening. Engagement of the charming vocalist, for a limited period, Louisa Wells. Engagement of the great Ethiopian comedian and bone soloist, J. Clark Wells Mast. Bobby, ... Mary Warren, ... Tom Brookfield ... Programme for this evening ... Canterbury Minstrels. ... Devil in a pawn shop ... Magic influence! ... Two gladiators! ... The performance to conclude with the laughable afterpiece, entitled The Irish pedlar! ... Doors open at 6 o'clock. Commence at 8. Admission, 10 and 20 cts. Private boxes, $3. Single seats, 50 cents. The great extemporaneous and comic singer, Fred Shaw, will appear on Wednesday evening, December 7th, 1864
Description: Billy Holmes's benefit was advertised for Dec. 6, 1864., Other members of the company include: Dick Berthelon, Ed Preble, Louis Pettit, and Frank Solomon., 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: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Canter 1864 (27)5761.F.16a (McAllister)

Title: Cremona Concert Hall late Union Hall. Opening night Wednesday eve'ng, Dec. 9th, 1863 Look! at the array of talent. Mr. Tom Hague the great champion clog dancer. Mr Charles E. Dobson the master banjoist of the world Mr. Dick Thompson, the eccentric comedian. Miss Kate Archer the French danseuse. Miss Carrie Edgar, the fascinating vocalist and danseuse Prof. Soure, leader of the orchestra. Herr Speigel, violinist. Admission, 15 cents
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook.
Creator: Cremona Concert Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Cremona 1863 (25)5761.F.105b (McAllister)

Title: Prof. C.C. Schaeffer will repeat his lecture on Hamlet the first of his course, for the benefit of U.S. Sanitary Commission, with diagrams, (free) at the hall of the university, Ninth Street, above Chestnut, on Friday, June 24, 1864, at 5 o'clock, P.M. Doors open at 4 o'clock. ... The title of the lecture at the first delivery was: Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, or How to set a country, "Time out of joint," right.--Lecture, one hour
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Schaeffer, C. C. (Charles C.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1864 Schaeff (1)5781.F.11a (McAllister)

Title: "We study to please!" Grand concert! to be given at Girard Hall, S.W. corner of Sixth and Girard Avenue, on Friday evening, Feb'y 20th, 1863 by the Philadelphia Minstrels! consisting of ten performers, on which occasion they have selected the following bill. ... Comic act (new) entitled The black alderman! ... After which, a comic act entitled The manager in trouble ... The performance to conclude with the new Ethiopian opera of Aleriterio ... Admission, 25 cents. Children, 10 cents. Doors open at half-past 6, performance to commence at half-past seven. Front seats reserved for ladies. Polite ushers will be in attendance. Buchner's orchestra can be engaged for balls or parties, or the Philadelphia Minstrels for concerts, by applying at the drug store, corner Girard Avenue and Sixth Street
Description: Performers include: Professor Buchner, Johnny Edwards, W. Hallowell, C. Harmer, Joe Hoock, S. Kerman, Harry Lamar, M. Lapierre, Jim Leathem, Johnny Manderson, Ed. Martin, Old Joe Miller, William Miller, Billy Morton, W. Reeves, C. Smith, and Andy Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Philadelphia Minstrels
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Phila Min (25)5761.F.43a (McAllister)

Title: Metropolis Varieties! No. 140 South Third Street. Andy Schawers proprietor Admission free Admission free. Immense success of Lida White and Frank Wood in their challenge dance. Look at the array of talent: Miss Lida White, champion jig dancer of the world. Frank Wood! original essence of Ole Virginny. Miss Ida Lee, the charming danseuse. Miss Ada Sinclair, the beautiful balladist. Pop Search, comic singer. Herr Latzell, Mast. F. Howard, in his songs and dances. J.B. Whitman, Ethiopian performer--forming the best free place of amusement in the city
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Metropolis Varieties (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Metro 1863 (27)5761.F.84b (McAllister)

Title: Worrell's Metropolis Varieties! No. 140 South Third Street. Billy Worrell sole proprietor Veni! Vidi! Vici! The coolest place of amusement in the city. Open every eve'ng with the best and most versatile company in the city. First appearance of Miss Kate Clare the champion jig dancer of the world! In her original character of Young Dinah Snow. Look at the names! Miss Annie West, the beautiful balladist. Miss Fanny Rivers, the graceful danseuse. Miss Lydia White, the celebrated jig dancer. Miss Kate Clare, as Young Dinah Snow. Miss Duprees, Billy Worrell, comic vocalist. Bill La Conta, in his original banjo solo. Frank Howard, in his essence of Ole Virginny. Pop Search, violinist and comic vocalist. Herr Tatzell
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Metropolis Varieties (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Metro 1863 (28)5761.F.10b (McAllister)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Title: 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: P.T. Barnum's Museum of Living Wonders! will be opened for two weeks, commencing Monday, Dec. 23d, in the spacious hall fitted up expressly for the better inspection of these marvels of animated nature, on the first floor, and in this eligible location, for the especial accommodation of family parties. To be seen at all hours from 9, A.M. to 10, P.M. The living black sea lion ... The What is it? or, man monkey! ... The albino family from Madagascar, ... 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: Dec. 23 fell on a Monday in 1861., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Barnum's Museum (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Barnum 1861 (26)5761.F.123c (McAllister)

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

Title: A hearty laugh for the holidays commencing Christmas Eve, Saturday, Dec. 24th and continued on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, Dec. 26, 28, 29, 30 Matinee Monday afternoon. The distinguished and world-renowned artists, Mr. & Mrs. Harry Watkins! (formerly Mrs. Charles Howard,) in a novel, humorous and elegant entertainment! as presented by them for six weeks at Niblo's, N. York ... The entertainment, from the pen of the popular author, Charles Gayler, is entitled Photographiana or, Wives by advertisement, being a series of eccentric sketches of character ... Admission, 25 cents. Reserved seats, 50 cents Doors open quarter-past 7 o'clock. Commence at 8. Afternoon, open at 2. Commence at 3
Description: Dec. 24 fell on a Saturday in 1864., 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: Watkins, Harry, 1825-1894
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Watkins (6)5761.F.63 (McAllister)

Title: Notwithstanding its great success! in consequence of the hall being pre-engaged, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Watkins! are compelled to announce as the last 3 nights, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Dec. 28th, 29th and 30th, of their novel, peculiar, humorous and elegant entertainment! received at every representation with enthusiastic shouts of laughter and applause, by large and brilliant assemblages of the elite of Philadelphian society! ... The entertainment, from the pen of the popular author, Charles Gayler, is entitled Photographiana or, Wives by advertisement, being a series of eccentric sketches of character ... Matinee on Saturday, at 3 o'clock. Admission, 25 cents. Reserved seats, 50 cents Doors open quarter-past 7 o'clock. Commence at 8. Afternoon, open at 2. Commence at 3
Description: Dec. 28 fell on a Wednesday in 1864., 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: Watkins, Harry, 1825-1894
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Watkins (6)5761.F.64 (McAllister)

Title: Notwithstanding its great success! in consequence of the hall being pre-engaged, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Watkins! are compelled to announce as the last two nights, Thursday & Friday, Dec. 29th and 30th, of their novel, peculiar, humorous and elegant entertainment! received at every representation with enthusiastic shouts of laughter and applause, by large and brilliant assemblages of the elite of Philadelphian society! ... The entertainment, from the pen of the popular author, Charles Gayler, is entitled Photographiana or, Wives by advertisement, being a series of eccentric sketches of character ... Matinee on Saturday, at 3 o'clock. Admission, 25 cents. Reserved seats, 50 cents Doors open quarter-past 7 o'clock. Commence at 8. Afternoon, open at 2. Commence at 3
Description: Dec. 29 fell on a Thursday in 1864., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 54.9 x 19.8 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Watkins, Harry, 1825-1894
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Watkins (6)5761.F.69 (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: Theatre at Odd Fellows' Hall Manager Mr. S.C. Dubois Opening night and the following company: ... Wednesday evening, Aug. 5, '63 will be presented the beautiful play, by Sir E.L. Bulwer, entitled Lady of Lyons ... To conclude with the side-splitting farce of In the rough! ... On to-morrow evening, Thanksgiving night, an excellent bill In rehearsal, and will soon be produced, the powerful and exciting play, which has had an uninterrupted success in the United States and Europe for three years, entitled Life in Lousiana or The eighth blood ... Prices of admission, 25 cents Reserved seats, 10 cents extra. Doors open at half-past 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: The casts include: W.H. Bailey, S.C. Dubois, S.H. Hemple, G.W. Johnson, James Matthews, A.S. Pennoyer, Eliza Place, Clara Reed, D.E. Reilly, J. Rudolph, and Kate Ryner., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Dubois Troupe
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Dubois (25)5761.F.93a (McAllister)

Title: Theatre at Odd Fellows' Hall Manager Mr. S.C. Dubois A great bill for Saturday night. ... Saturday evening, Aug. 8th, 1863, will be performed the celebrated drama, entitled Lucretia Borgia or, The poisoner of the 15th century. ... To conclude with The toodles! ... In rehearsal, and will soon be produced, the powerful and exciting play, which has had an uninterrupted success in the United States and Europe for three years, entitled Life in Lousiana or The eighth blood ... Prices of admission, 25 cents Reserved seats, 10 cents extra. Doors open at half-past 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: The casts include: S.C. Dubois, G. Harris, S.H. Hemple, G.W. Johnson, James Matthews, Mr. Murtrie, A.S. Pennoyer, Eliza Place, Clara Reed, D.E. Reilly, Harry Ryner, Kate Ryner, and Mr. Williams., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Dubois Troupe
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Dubois (25)5761.F.97b (McAllister)

Title: Fulton Hall! Manager, S.C. Dubois Second night of the Dramatic Combination. Splendid bill ... Tuesday evening, April 19th, 1864 will be presented the beautiful petite comedy, entitled The little treasure ... The evening's entertainment will conclude with the comic drama, styled Bob Nettles and the fat boy. ... The beautiful drama of Aline is in rehearsal Also, the most successful moral play of the day, acted above four hundred nights in the United States and Europe, with unprecedented success, entitled The ticket-of-leave man!! Price of admission, 25 cents Reserved seats, secured during the day at the hall, fifty cents. Doors open quarter past 7 o'clock. Curtain rises quarter of 8
Description: The casts include: H.C. Andrews, S.C. Dubois, Mary Dumas, E.A. Eberle, Howard Keyser, Marie Le Gros, W.H. Mathews, F. Morland, G.W. Shields, Emma Stanley, Mattie Sutherland, and R.G. Wilson., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.6 x 21.6 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Dramatic Combination
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Dramatic (26)5761.F.17a (McAllister)

Title: Stereopticon Operator E.B. Merchants Lecturer E.E. Hulfish, Esq. Manager John Toy This beautiful intellectual entertainment, which surpasses anything hitherto presented to the citizens of West Chester, will be given at Horticultural Hall, on Friday, Saturday and Monday evenings, January 9th, 10th and 12th, 1863. Afternoon entertainment on Saturday, 10th inst., commencing at 3 o'clock, for the accommodation of families and schools. The stereopticon is a new and powerful apparatus--which, with the aid of the strongest artificial light that science has yet created, produces gigantic stereoscopic pictures! covering over 400 square feet of illuminated canvas ... At each entertainment, will be presented a choice selection, comprising the grandest and most attractive views of American and European scenery, ... The whole comprising the most noted objects of interest, as seen by travelers in a voyage around the world Each evening will be presented a number of interesting local views, choice specimens of monumental sculpture, &c., and statues and colossal portraits of eminent American heroes and statesmen! ... Admission, 25 cts. Children, 13 cts. Doors open at 7, to commence at 7 1/2. Doors open in the afternoon at 2, to commence at 3 o'clock
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Toy, John
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Toy (25)5761.F.32b (McAllister)

Title: National Hall! Chester, Pa. Thursday afternoon & evening, Oct. 1, '63 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, Thursday 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., 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 1963 Ellinger (25)5761.F.99b (McAllister)

Title: Notice. The management regrets exceedingly to announce that the sudden indisposition of Signor Brignoli (as will be seen from the annexed certificate from Doctor W.F. Atlee) will prevent his appearance this evening. They are happy to state, however, that the other artists, L.M. Gottschalk, M'lle Cordier Carlo Patti, Carl Wolfsohn Mr S. Behrens, in order that the public shall not be disappointed, will amply supply the deficiency in the programme. Those who desire it, may have their money refunded at J.E. Gould's Music Store, S.E. cor. 7th and Chestnut Streets. Medical certificate. Philadelphia, Jan. 18th, 1864. I certify that Sig. Brignoli has an attack of la grippe, (a peculiar disease of the throat,) which renders it impossible for him to sing this evening
Description: One stop on a concert tour from New York to Chicago and back to the eastern cities; the Philadelphia venue is not identified., "December, 1863. ... My company consisted of Mademoiselle Cordier, prima donna; Brignoli, tenor; Carlo Patti, violinist; Behrens, accompanist; and myself. Also Max Strakosch, agent and impresario."--L.M. Gottschalk, Notes of a pianist (Philadelphia, 1881), p. 221., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare *PB 1864 Notice (5)5761.F.92 (McAllister)

Title: Eleventh St. Opera House: (late Sanford's,) Eleventh Street, above Chestnut. Triumphant success of Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels. The star troupe of the world. Frank Moran, the great original comedian. J.L. Carncross, the unrivalled balladist. E.F. Dixey, the celebrated comedian. Together with 15 star performers who appear nightly Admission, 25 cents. Children, 13 cents. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Commence at 8 o'clock. Box office open from 10 till 3 o'clock. Seats secured without extra charge
Description: "Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels were organized in Philadelphia ... They opened at Sanford's Old Opera House, ... April 14, 1862."--T.A. Brown, Early History of Negro Minstrelsey., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War., Readex Sept 2017 update: duplicate records in supplement; second 510 added.
Creator: Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels
Date: [1862?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1862 Carncross (15)5761.F.4 (McAllister)

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

Title: The Bijou Music Hall! No. 607 Arch Street, next door below the theatre. The 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)

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