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- Title
- Grand musical festival at Engel & Wolf's farm, for the benefit of the regiment "Forward," this day!
- Description
- Engel & Wolf's farm, on the East side of the Schuylkill River, served as a camp for some of the Philadelphia regiments. Cf. F.H. Taylor. Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 96., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [between 1861 and 1865]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 4# Am 1861 Grand (5)5777.F.4 (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
- The Southern confederacy! Col. Robert C. Anderson, who was impressed into the rebel army in Louisiana sixteen months ago, having just reached his family in this city, will deliver a lecture, in Washington Hall, Spring Garden Street above Eighth St., on Thursday evening, November 6th, on the causes of the rebellion, and the present political and social condition of the South. As Col. Anderson has spent twenty-five years of active life in the Southern States, he will speak of the people and their institutions from personal knowledge, and represent matters just as they are. Twenty-five cents admission, for the benefit of our sick soldiers in the hospitals. Doors open at 7 o'clock, commence at 8 o'clock
- Description
- Nov. 6 fell on a Thursday in 1862., 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 2# Am 1862 Southern (6)5777.F.32a (McAllister)
- Title
- Grand patriotic Union entertainment in aid of the 24th Ward Bounty Fund! At Odd Fellows' Hall, corner of 37th and Market Sts., West Philadelphia, Thursday evening, March 17th, 1864 on which occasion the following array of professional and amateur talent has been secured--all of whom have, in the kindest and most patriotic manner, volunteered their valuable services, viz: U.S. Military Brass Band! ... Union Quartet of West Philad'a! ... Mr. Matthew Morris! ... Tickets, 25 cents to be had of the committee of arrangements: T.M. Wiltberger, A. Hanline, Wm. F. Blundin, Charles Githens, D.B. Fox, E.H. Pugh, E.E. Russell; at the principal stores and hotels in Twenty-fourth Ward, and at the door on the evening of the performance. Doors open at quarter of 7 o'clock. To commence at half-past 7, precisely. Wm. H. Githens, conductor
- Description
- Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Citizens' Bounty Fund Committee (24th Ward, Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1864 Bounty (6)5777.F.28b (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
- Assist the volunteers. Unequalled attraction By special request, the great musical & literary festival, in aid of the volunteers! given at the Odd Fellows' Hall, on Monday evening last, will be repeated at the same place, on Tuesday evening, June 25, 1861, look at the names. By kind permission of Mrs. Garretson, of the Walnut Street Theatre, Mrs. Anna Cowell, ... Ex-Gov. James Pollock, ... Dr. R. Shelton Mackenzie, ... Mr. George H. Haselwood, ... Miss Henrietta Shaw, ... Mr. W.J. Hill, ... The Washingtonian Glee Club of Philadelphia, and the Union Glee Club of Frankford, ... George Felix Benkert, Esq., professor of music, will preside at the piano, assisted by Mr. S. Behrens. The whole forming a combination of talent that will insure such an entertainment as the citizens of Frankford have never before had the opportunity of enjoying. Tickets, twenty-five cents.---Children half-price. To be had at Wright's Hardware Store, and Sheard's Book Store, Frankford, Taylor's Store, White Hall, and at the door [on the] evening of the entertainment. Doors open at half-past 7 o'clock, performance to commence at 8 o'clock
- Description
- Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; torn, affecting some text., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [1861]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 3# Am 1861 Assist (6)5777.F.85a (McAllister)
- Title
- Do not forget to go and hear J.E. Murdoch's great patriotic address! For the benefit of the sick & wounded soldiers and their families, Thursday eve'ng, Aug. 13 at the Academy of Music!
- Description
- Aug. 13 fell on a Thursday in 1863., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Academy of Music (Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1863 Acad Mus (2)5786.F (McAllister)
- Title
- In aid of the sick and wounded soldiers Concert by the Harmonia Musical Society, Musical Fund Hall, Tuesday evening, April 1st, 1862. The Cantata of Ruth, and miscellaneous music will be presented. Tickets fifty cents each
- Description
- Printed in blue, on card stock., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Harmonia Musical Society (Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Harmonia (2)5786.F.159a (McAllister)
- Title
- Academy of Music. Grand Union festival A patriotic concert will be given under the direction of Carl Gaertner, on Tuesday, May 13th, '62. For the benefit of the sick and wounded soldiers in Kentucky. Tickets, at fifty cents each, for sale at all the principal music stores
- Description
- Printed in red and blue, on card stock., The illustration is a pair of clasped hands in front of the Constitution and the U.S. flag., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Academy of Music (Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Academy (2)5786.F.157a (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
- Wyman ventriloquist and wizard at United American Hall Fourth and George Streets, Friday evening, April 1st, 1864 for the benefit of Camanche Association! Wyman's grand coup de etat in necromancy! He will perform some of the most wonderful things ever witnessed in the practice of the mysterious art of diablerie and magic. ... Admittance, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8
- Description
- The illustration, signed N. Johnson Balt., shows Wyman performing four magic tricks., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Wyman, John, 1816-1881
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wyman (26)5761.F.5a (McAllister)
- Title
- Horticultural Hall, Broad and Walnut Street. Amateur Minstrels, Monday evening, March 28th, 1864 Programme. ... Doors open at 7 P.M. Performance to commence at 7 1/2. Admittance, 25 cents. Reserved seats, 25 cents extra
- Description
- The ticket for the event states: Proceeds for the benefit of a Sunday school., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Amateur Minstrels
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Amateur (26)5761.F.2b (McAllister)
- Title
- Lecture "Our glorious country, the United States, foretold in the Holy Scriptures," clearly delinieated, described & located
- Description
- Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Strowbridge, Prof
- Date
- 1863
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Strow (28)5761.F.9b (McAllister)
- Title
- Grand concert in aid of the Germantown Field-Hospital Association, and the School Lane Sewing Circle at Langstroth's Hall, Germantown, on Monday evening, December 12th, 1864. Carl Wolfsohn, accompanist. M.F. Aledo, leader of instrumental septette. ... Music will commence at 7 1/2 o'clock. The grand piano used at this concert, is from the celebrated factory of Steinway and Son, and furnished by Blasius Bros. No. 1006 Chestnut Street
- Description
- Printed in blue; printed area, including ornamental border, measures 16.0 x 10.2 cm., 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 Grand (26)5761.F.69b (McAllister)
- Title
- Wilmington Institute Eighth and last afternoon concert of the Philad'a Quintet Club (conductor, Herr L. Engelke.) Saturday, April 18th, 1863, doors open at 2. To commence at half-past 2. ... Prices of admission the same as usual. In the evening a grand vocal & instrumental concert will take place for the benefit of the director of the club, Herr L. Engelke, and as a farewell to the numerous friends and patrons of the Philadelphia Quintet Club! On which occasion Herr Engelke will have the assistance of the renowned vocalist, Mr. Aaron R. Taylor the eminent and favorite basso profundo, of Philadelphia. Arrangements are also being made to increase the number of instrumental performers. ... Doors open at quarter-past 7 o'clock. Commence at 8. Admission, 25 cents Package of six tickets, one dollar. All tickets purchased for the afternoon concert, will be available for the evening concert also. Tickets to be had at the music stores of Messrs. Chas. Grobe and W. Harper; also at the principal book stores
- Description
- Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 55.1 x 20.1 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Philadelphia Quintet Club
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Phila Quin (25)5761.F.55a (McAllister)
- Title
- Wilmington Institute! A grand complimentary benefit tendered to the Philadelphia Quintet Club! by the citizens of Wilmington, will take place on Thursday evening, May 7, '63 on which occasion that favorite band of artists will present and perform the following programme. ... Miss Fannie A.B. Magonagal, from the philharmonic concerts at St. Louis--her first appearance in this city. ... The concert will terminate with the great national airs, Red, white and blue! The Marseillaise hymn, and The star-spangled banner Conductor, Herr L. Engelke ... Doors open at quarter-past 7 o'clock. To commence at 8. Admission, 25 cents Tickets and programmes may be had at the music stores of Messrs. Chas. Grobe and W. Harper; also at the principal book stores
- Description
- Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 55.1 x 20.1 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Philadelphia Quintet Club
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Phila Quin (25)5761.F.69a (McAllister)
- Title
- Seventh grand fancy and citizens' dress festival o [sic] Pocahontas Tent, No. 1, D. of F, on Tuesday, Feb. 25th, 1862, at National Guard's Hall, Race Street, below Sixth, for the benefit of the Cooper Shop Volunteer Refreshment Saloon. Tickets, fifty cents. Tickets must be pre-paid. Ladies' refreshments included
- Description
- Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; printer's MS. note: 100 on cards white bonnet brand Feb 13., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1862 Seventh 5778.F.4b (McAllister)
- Title
- Grand benefit in behalf of the Volunteers' Refreshment Saloons Dr. S.M. Landis respectfully informs his friends, and the public generally, that he has volunteered to give a few brief recitations, and repeat his popular lecture (which he has delivered seventeen times in this city, in behalf of temperance societies,) on "Temperance, and the evils of the day." ... on Tuesday ev'g, February 18th, 1862, at Musical Fund Hall, Locust Street, above Eighth. The Germania Orchestra "will discourse most eloquent music," under the direction of the celebrated leader, Mr. Carl Sentz. ... Single tickets fifty cts., or 3 for $1. To be had at the principal stores on Chestnut St., of the treasurer, Mr. Knowles, 9th & Willow Sts., at Dr. Landis' office, 218 North 9th St., of the committee, and in the evening, at the door. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Commence at eight
- Description
- Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 30.3 x 12.1 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Landis, Simon M. (Simon Mohler)
- Date
- [1862]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1862 Landis 5778.F.7c (McAllister)
- Title
- A promenade concert will be given at the Masonic Hall on Thursday evening, May 12th, for the benefit of the Sociers' Union Fair
- Description
- May 12 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
- May Flower Association
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare sm # Am 1864 May (1)5781.F.4a (McAllister)
- Title
- Foyer of the Academy Wednesday evening, April 13, 1864. Vocal & instrumental concert in aid of the Sanitary Commission. Committee--Miss Houston, Miss De Solms, F.H. Williams. Programme. ... Cards of admission--one dollar. The Steinway grand piano has been kindly offered for the occasion by Messrs. Blasius Bros. 1008 Chestnut St
- Description
- Printed in lavender ink., 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 sm # Am 1864 Foyer (1)5781.F.10b (McAllister)
- Title
- American Academy of Music. This Friday evening, May 6th, 1864 third night of the grand musical festival! In aid of the Great Sanitary Fair! Second night of the new English opera! By Wm. Henry Fry, Esq., entitled Notre-Dame of Paris! Represented under the management of Mr. L.F. Harrison, of N. York, by the American Opera Company
- Description
- Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.4 x 19.8 cm., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- American Academy of Music (Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1864 Phi Aca 9982.F.11
- Title
- American Academy of Music. Saturday afternoon, May 7, 1864, grand musical festival! In aid of the Great Sanitary Fair! This Saturday afternoon, May 7th, at 2 o'clock, grand gala matinee when will be presented, for the third time, the new English opera! By Wm. Henry Fry, entitled Notre-Dame of Paris ... Admission to all parts of the house $1.00 No reserved seats. Doors open at one o'clock. Opera commences at two
- Description
- Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.5 x 19.8 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- American Academy of Music (Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Amer Acad (1)5781.F.17 (McAllister)
- Title
- 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
- H.M.S. Pinafore, for the benefit of the Penna. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Friday afternoon, April 25, 1879
- Description
- Illustrated stock trade card depicting three putti standing and sitting near potted plants, flowers, and vines. The Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children was organized in November 1876 and chartered in January 1877., Advertising text on verso printed by McCalla & Stavely, prs., 237-9 Dock St., Phila., Advertising text printed on verso promotes the benefit performance of Sullivan & Gilbert's comic opera "Her Majesty's Ship Pinafore" and includes a list of characters and actors., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Digitized.
- Creator
- L. Prang & Co.
- Date
- c1878
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department trade card - Pennsylvania [1975.F.349]
- Title
- "In Union there is strength." Grand complimentary concert! for the benefit of the widow of an old soldier to be given at Franklin Hall, Sixth Street, below Arch, on Saturday evening, April 2d, '64 on which occasion a host of talent will appear, George M. Cramp's Minstrels! will appear in some of their choice songs, ballads, burlesques, comic sayings, dances, music, fun, wit and humor. ... First appearance of J.L. Lynch in five years, the favorite ballad singer. A grand trial clog dance! by two champions, who have lately arrived from England. Programme for this evening. ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performance to commence at 8. Gentlemanly ushers in attendance
- Description
- The company includes: Frank Blake, J.W. Brigs, Pic Butler, Wm. Carter, C.F. Cetdrer, Wm. E. Christie, Dad Dewees, Wm. Furlow, Chas. H. Gamble, Frank Gardner, Dan W. Gordon, A. Graham, Chas. Higman, Jos. L. Lynch, And'w C. Miller, Jas. H. Morris, G. Myers, Chas. J. Rainor, S. Reed, E. Taxton, Geo. W. Vincent, and Carl Wagner., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- George M. Cramp's Minstrels
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 George (26)5761.F.5b (McAllister)
- Title
- Come one! Come all! to the Washington Hall corner of Eighth and Spring Garden Sts., to the grand complimentary concert! to be given to Chas. Eckstein and John M'Clure on Thursday evening, March 26, 1863 The following named ladies and gentlemen have kindly volunteered their valuable services on this occasion: Messrs. Long, Wambold & Derious of the circus, by the kind permission of Mr. Frank Whittaker. Ben Yeager, the champion jig dancer, Chas. Hamilton, balladist, John McFarland, comic singer, Jos. McDonough, comic singer, Mast. H. Hilfrem, banjoist, Miss Monroe, excelsior jig dancer, M'le Carrie Walters, prima donna from New York, and also the world-renowned Rose & Burr's Opera Troupe! consisting of the following named artists: N.B. Wright, leader, C.W. Hilfrem, 1st violinist, R.F. Simpson, 2d violinist, W.G. Hilfrem, banjoist, P.G. Selby, basso, J. Fisk, popular flutist, Billy Rose, Brudder Bones, Billy Burr, tamborinist, C.H. Hamilton
- Description
- Library Company copy torn at foot, removing some text and possible imprint; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Come (25)5761.F.52a (McAllister)
- Title
- This Friday evening, July 24th, 1863 Benefit of the Foster brothers Go and see the celebrated pantomime of Mother Goose or, The harlequin and golden egg
- Description
- Illustration signed: J.D. Ehlers, eng., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Continental Theatre (Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Cont 1863 (9)5761.F.22a (McAllister)
- Title
- Eleventh St. Opera House Eleventh Street, above Chestnut Carncross and Dixey's Minstrels the star troupe of the world Benefit of E.F. Dixey this Tuesday evening, March 29th, 1864
- Description
- The illustration shows a minstrel troupe atop an elephant, and includes the words: Carncross and Dixey's Minstrels the star troupe of the world., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Carncross (15)5761.F.23a (McAllister)
- Title
- A Grand concert! of vocal and insturmental music to be held at the Assembly Buildings for the benefit of the widow of the late Prof. John A. Janke on which occasion a number of ladies and gentlemen will appear, all having in the kindest manner volunteered their services. Mr. J. Cochran has kindly loaned one of his Ihlseng & Naivesen [sic] pianos, from the wareroom, No. 830 Walnut St. Conductor Mr. Quayle Pianist Prof. W.A. Newland ... Tickets, 25 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence quarter before 8
- Description
- John A. Janke is listed in Philadelphia directories through 1862; William J. Cochran's piano store is listed at this address through 1865., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 33.1 x 10.6 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [between 1862 and 1865?]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1862 Grand (6)5761.F.45b (McAllister)
- Title
- Odd Fellows' Hall, Frankford Benefit of the National Cornet Band! The original, mammoth, justly celebrated and wonderful stereopticon (copyrighted by P.E. Abel, Philadelphia.) Manager, John Toy Business agent, W.H. Sargent Lecturer, E.E. Hulfish, Esq. Operator, Prof. Digel The most thrilling and comprehensive, scientific, artistic invention of the age, will be exhibited on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, March 24th, 25th and 26th, 1864, at quarter to 8 o'clock. The celebrity of this astounding combination of beauty and immensity having, through the medium of the press, become a household theme, a repetition of its grandeur is deemed superfluous. Possessing, through the agency of the powerful Drummond light the unriveled [sic] property of producing to the admiring beholder a series of gigantic stereoscopic pictures! each covering an area of over 600 square feet of brilliantly illuminated canvas! ... Remember--the original stereopticon is not a mere panorama! ... At each entertainment will be presented a choice selection, comprising the grandest and most attractive views of American and European scenery: ... The whole comprising the most noted objects of interest, as seen by travelers, in a voyage around the world!! Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at quarter to 8
- Description
- Parentheses substituted for square brackets in title transcription., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Toy, John
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Toy (26)5761.F.2a (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
- 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
- Benefit of the Great Central Sanitary Fair! Odd Fellows' Hall Reading, for three evenings and one afternoon A change of performances. Mirth, happiness and wonder Come, old and young! New metamorphoses! Fun: fun Sig. Blitz the great thaumaturgist, magician and ventriloquist, will appear at the above place on Thursday and Friday evenings, May 19th & 20th, and Saturday afternoon and evening, May 21st ... The evening's entertainment will conclude with the celebrated Dance of six plates on a common table, ... Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors opon [sic] at 7 o'clock and commence at 8. In the afternoon at 3 o'clock
- Description
- May 19 fell on a Thursday in 1864., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Blitz, Antonio, 1810-1877
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Blitz (26)5761.F.27a (McAllister)
- Title
- 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
- Sign'r Blitz's entertainments, at the hall, Kennett Square for the benefit of the Kennett Aid Society Thursday afternoon & evening, March 10, at 3 and 7 1/2 o'clock. Children take your parents to see Blitz. Parents take your children to see Blitz and his learned 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
- March 10 fell on a Thursday in 1864., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Blitz, Antonio, 1810-1877
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Blitz (27)5761.F.69 (McAllister)
- Title
- American Academy of Music Director, C. Anschutz Business agent, Adolph Birgfeld Positively last appearance of the German Opera Troupe Saturday eve'g, Jan. 31, '63, grand gala opera night for the sole benefit of the Citizens' Volunteer Hospital: corner of Washington Avenue and Broad Street. Czar and Carpenter Grand comic opera, in 3 acts, by A. Lortzing. ... Doors open at 7 o'clock. Opera commences at 8. Prices of admission, one dollar Seats reserved without extra charge. Family circle, 50 cents Amphitheatre, 25 cents Seats can be secured at once, at the Academy of Music, and Gould's Music Store, corner of Chestnut and 7th Streets. Tickets of admission also to be had at Mr. Risley's, Continental Hotel, P.W. Hazzard's Book Store, G. Andre & Co's Music Store, and at the hospital
- Description
- Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 42.3 x 16.6 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- American Academy of Music (Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Aca Mus 1863 5778.F.42a (McAllister)
- Title
- Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels! Eleventh Street Opera House Benefit of Robt. Fraser on Monday eve'g, May 4. Entire new bill
- 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., May 4 fell on a Monday in 1863., "Double design--Explanation--Fold the lower portion backwards to first black lines on the side, then carry this fold forward to upper black lines, and you will have another picture. Copyright secured."--at foot., Printed in red and black., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Carncross (14)5761.F.1 (McAllister)
- Title
- Grand vocal & instrumental matinee, at Sansom Street Hall on Saturday, Feb. 28th, 1863, for the benefit of Mrs. Amelia Mezzara who has been a nurse in the U.S. Army hospitals, and in the field, since the First Battle at Bull Run. ... Programme. ... To conclude with The Gobble family! ... Doors open at 1 o'clock; matinee commences at 2 1/2
- Description
- Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 32.9 x 10.5 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Grand (25)5761.F.44a (McAllister)
- Title
- Grand concert for the benefit of the Green Hill Literary Association at Green Hill Hall, Seventeenth and Poplar Streets, on Wednesday evening, May 11th, 1864 The following artists have been engaged for the occasion: Harmonia Orchestra, Mozart Glee Club, Mr. Parvin, blind vocalist, Mr John Shepherd, Professor Wood, Mr J. Field, Mr B. Mallette, Miss Conover, Miss Arnold, Miss Ambler, Miss Hartzell, Miss Bullock, Miss Hull. Programme. ... Tickets, 25 cents To commence at eight o'clock
- Description
- Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Green Hill Literary Association (Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Green (26)5761.F.22b (McAllister)
- Title
- The Cooper Shop Volunteer Refreshment Saloon and Hospital. A lecture! Will be delivered at [blank] on the evening of [blank] 1861, by Adjutant A.H. Bishop, now on leave of absence from the U.S. 2d Cavalry, for the benefit of the above well-known institutions. Subject: the U.S. Army, the Navy, and the world in general. ... Tickets of admission: adults, 25c., children, 10c. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Lecture to commence at half-past 7. Tickets to be had at [blank] And at the door on the evening of the lecture. T.B. Walsh, vice president. A.H. Bishop, president
- Description
- Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Cooper Shop Volunteer Refreshment Saloon
- Date
- [1861]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Cooper (6)5777.F.108 (McAllister)
- Title
- Captain A.R. Calhoun will deliver a lecture on "Prison life in the land of chivalry," on Thursday evening, the 13th inst., at the hall of the "Ladies' Soldiers' Aid," of Weldon, Montgomery Co., in aid of the sick & wounded soldiers. Admission, 25 cts. A band of music will be in attendance. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Lecture commences at half-past 7 o'clock
- Description
- Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Ladies' Soldiers' Aid (Weldon, Pa.)
- Date
- [between 1861 and 1865]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare #Am 1861 Ladies (6)5777.F.34a (McAllister)
- Title
- Democratic freedom! Geo. Thompson of England, the orator of freedom, the distinguished coadjutor of John Bright and Richard Cobden in defence of American institutions, will, by invitation, deliver an address in the Academy of Music! On Monday evening, April 4, at 8 o'clock--the net proceeds to go to the benefit of the Cooper Shop & Union Refreshment saloons Subject: "An Englishman's plea for democratic freedom" Admission, 25 cts. Secured seats, 50 cts. To be had at the Union League, National Union Club, Supervisory Committee Rooms, No. 1210 Chestnut St., Pugh's, cor. of Sixth and Chestnut Sts., Refreshment Saloons, and at the box office of the Academy
- Description
- April 4 fell on a Monday in 1864., Printed on yellow paper., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook; torn and repaired, affecting some text., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 4# Am 1864 Democrat (5)5777.F.10 (McAllister)
- Title
- Melodeon Hall--Tuesday evening, Dec. 15, 1863 Readings by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Club, for the benefit of the Sanitary Fair. The distinguished pianist Miss Eugenie de Roode has kindly consented to appear on the occasion. ... Reading to begin at half-past seven o'clock. Tickets will be for sale at the door on the evening of the reading. Single admission, 50 cents; gentleman and two ladies, $1
- Description
- Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 27.5 x 12.6 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Cincinnati Shakespeare Club (Cincinnati, Ohio)
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Cin Sha 5781.F.10 (McAllister)
- Title
- The Original Hutchinson Family! Old folks and young folks will give one grand concert at Concert Hall for the benefit of Committee on Labor, Income and Revenue of the Great Central Fair for the U.S. Sanitary Commission. On Thursday ev'g. May 12, 1864. John W. Hutchinson, will sing patriotic and other songs. Henry J. Hutchinson, will sing humorous and descriptive songs. Viola G. Hutchinson, will sing songs of home, hope and happiness. ... Tickets 25 cts. Children under 12 years, 15 cts. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Concert to commence at 8. No postponement
- Description
- Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 57.15 x 19.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook.
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare 2# Am 1864 Original (1)5781.F.16a (McAllister)
- Title
- Grand complimentary concert to Messrs. Chambers & Neel by their friends on Monday eve'ng, August 3, 1863, for which occasion they have engaged Sanford & Hamilton's Minstrels ... Programme. ... The haunted house! ... The performance will conclude with The perplexed contraband Tickets, 25 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence quarter before 8. Front seats reserved for ladies
- Description
- Performers include: Charley Boggs, G.W. Cannon, A. Fisk, C.H. Hamilton, R.J. Harrison, Theodore Harrison, C. Lane, J. Lynch, the Mountaineer Glee Club, Thos. Myers, Billy Rose, R. Sanford, C. Schaeffer, and Master Tommy., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Sanford & Hamilton's Minstrels
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Sanford (25)5761.F.87a (McAllister)
- Title
- Washington Hall South-West corner of Eighth and Spring Garden Streets Stage manager, B. Rose Musical director, C. Renz Pianist, T. Harrison Grand complimentary benefit to C.H. Hamilton and W. Wallace on Monday evening, April 20th, 1863. The following named talent have kindly volunteered their services: The old Philadelphia favorite, Dan Gardner, clown and comic singer. Miss Eliza and Minnie Gardner, the little fairies. The Polish Brothers, the great acrobats. Mr. Wambold, the boneless wonder. J.W. Sharpless, Tony De Costa, Harlande Brothers, in their daring feats on the trapese. J. Reece, comic singer and comedian. J. Forbes, excelsior banjo player. Ben Yeager and S. Lane, great jig dancers. Prof. Wagner, magician, (his first appearance in two years.) F. Anthony and W. Archibald, two comedians. N. Barth versatile performer and J. Lynch, wonder drum solo. Last, though not least, the renowned Rose and Burr Opera Troupe ... The whole to conclude with the White-wash army! ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open at quarter to 7 o'clock. To commence at half-past 7. Fronts seats reserved for ladies. Gentlemanly ushers in attendance N.B.--During the evening, a beautiful steel engraving, with frame, will be presented to the association disposing of the largest number of tickets
- Description
- Other performers include: Billy Burr, Billy Rose, P.G. Selby, and R.F. Simpson., Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 54.9 x 20.0 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Rose and Burr Opera Troupe
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Rose (25)5761.F.56a (McAllister)
- Title
- To make you laugh is our delight! Grand concert to be given at Washington Hall, south-west corner of Eighth and Spring Garden Streets, on Wednesday evening, May 20, 1863, for the benefit of Billy Martin of the Philadelphia Minstrels, on which occasion the Philadelphia Minstrels and a host of volunteers will appear. ... Also, the popular Harmonia Orchestra will play a host of musical selections. Programme. ... Prestidigitation by the great William Miller. ... The performance will conclude with an Ethiopian sketch, by Andy Williams, entitled The black tailors ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open at half-past 7 o'clock. Curtain rises at quarter before 8. Polite ushers will be in attendance. Front seats reserved for ladies
- Description
- Performers include: James Hyde, Harry Lamar, M. Lapierre, Jim Leathem, D. Marion, Ed. Martin, Joe Miller, William Miller, C. Northem, J. Reilly, Wm. Ross, Geo. W. Schriver, P.Y. Selby, R.F. Simpson, and Andy Williams., Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 55.6 x 20.0 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Philadelphia Minstrels
- Date
- [1863]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Phila Min (25)5871.F.73a (McAllister)
- Title
- Grand complimentary benefit to Billy Burr by his numerous friends on Friday evening, Feb. 12, 1864, on which occasion, a host of volunteers will appear, consisting of the following named artists: Mr. Ferdinand, in his champion bone solo. Billy Rose, the popular comic vocalist and Ethiopian comedian. Andy Williams, in his original banjo solos. Prof. Wm. Miller the great Wizard of the West. Mr. S. Stinson, the pleasing balladist. Mr. J.H. Barbour, in his excelsior jig. Mr. M. Lapierre, in choice Bomic [sic] songs, (first appearance in four years. Mr. Pete Williams, the great contraband. And also, The Aeolian Star Troupe ... More blunders than one ... Third time of Andy Williams' comic act, entitled The musician. ... The performance to conclude with the laughable farce, entitled Statue blanche! ... Admission. Parquet and gallery, 25 cents Secured seats in parquet, 35 cents Seats in private boxes, 50 cents Doors open quarter-before 7. Performance to commence quarter-before 8. Polite ushers in attendance
- Description
- Other performers include: C.M. Christy, C.W. Hilfrem, F.H. Lewis, Frank Lewis, Johnny Manderson, W.A. Moore, G.W. Roberts, P.Y. Selby, H.R. Simmons, and F.R. Simpson., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.2 x 20.0 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
- Creator
- Coates Street Theatre (Philadelphia, Pa.)
- Date
- [1864]
- Location
- Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Coates 1864 (25)5761.F.122a (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)