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Title: Ho! For fun! The wizard, Pettit will give an exhibition at [blank] on [blank] evening, [blank] '64 Mothers, take your children. Children, take your parents and all of you go see Pettit, the magician
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Pettit the Wizard
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare *PB 1864 Pettit (25)5761.F.112a (McAllister)

Title: Grand concert! At [blank] on the evening of [blank] the [blank] 1864. Programme. ... Tickets, twenty-five cents Children, fifteen cents. Doors open half-past 6 o'clock. Concert half-past 7
Description: Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 23.9 x 11.6 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 (25)5761.F.110a (McAllister)

Title: Grand moral exhibition! At [blank] on [blank] May [blank] 1863 Prof'r Haller! The renowned magician, from Washington City, of whom so much has been said and written--whose artistic wonders have puzzled the citizens of Europe and American, and attracted the largest audiences of ladies and gentlemen, of any magician of the present age, will appear as above state, exhibiting magic mirth, music, fun, wonder!! and delight!!! Henry Mestayer, the celebrated solo violinist will appear at each entertainment. ... Front seats for ladies and their escorts. Good music in attendance N.B.--Music will be furnished for dancing, after the exhibition, when desired. Schools admitted at a reduced price. Tickets, [blank] cents Children [blank] cents, when accompanied by their parents. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Exhibition to commence at quarter before 8
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Haller, Professor
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Haller (25)5761.F.65b (McAllister)

Title: Will exhibit in enclosure, corner of Broad and Locust ... May 4th, for ... six days only ... Grand Metropolitan Quadruple Combination consisting of Geo. F. Bailey's extensive circus! ... Herr Driesbach's large and comprehensive menagerie! ... G.C. Quick's colossal hippopotamus ... ring master and equestrian manager, Mr. Robert Ellingham
Description: Removed from a McAllister playbill scrapbook., Retrospective conversion record: original entry., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: George F. Bailey & Co.'s Circus
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Bail (28)5761.F.20 (McAllister)

Title: ASSU Illustration 9251
Description: Block numbered in two places: 9251, also 1218 on small adhesive label on back of block., Image of a boy standing on stage, wearing a piece of fabric as what appears to be a toga; one hand is beneath the other garment; he holds his other arm in the air; several boys stand before the stage regarding him., “V. Grottenthaler Phila.” Back of block. Vincent Grottenthaler is listed (as a dealer in boxwood) in Philadelphia city directories from 1867 to 1876., Back of block partially obscured by pasted-down paper., Signed: R.G.J. Sc.
Date: [between 1867 and 1876?]
Location: ASSU Woodblocks -- Box 26

Title: Grand panoramic scenery! Comprising a series of splendid views! illustrating many of the principal events of the present great Rebellion! consisting of battles on land & sea, forts, vessels of war, &c. ... Astronomy Moveable astronomical diagrams of the solar system--showing the revolution of all the planets, with their satelites [sic], round the sun. ... Scenes in Bible history ... These paintings are larger than any ever brought before the public--are well defined and beautifully colored! and will be very instructive to the seeker after knowledge, ... The different scenes, views & drawings will be explained as they are being exhibited, in a plain, chaste and impressive manner, so that they will form a lesson that will be worth ten times the price of admission, and never fail to give satisfaction to all who witness them. Will exhibit in [blank] Doors open at [blank] o'clk. To commence at [blank] o'clk. Admission--Adults, [blank] cts. Children, [blank] cts
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Freidly, Samuel
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1861 Freidly (28)5761.F.32a (McAllister)

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

Title: To-night! Odd Fellows' Hall. Wizard of the East Gift exhibition 150 beautiful presents to be given away free of charge. Tickets, only 25 cents which gives the holder an opportunity of obtaining a valuable present, worth from fifteen cents to fifty dollars. New and startling wonders in magic, ... Ventriloquism in which the Wizard of the East is not to be equaled, ... Among the list of gifts will be found a splendid hunting case nickel movement watch ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8. Attentive ushers will be in attendance. Front seats exclusively reserved for ladies and their attendants
Description: Other playbills for the Wizard of the East are dated Dec. 1863 through Jan. 1865., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wizard of the East
Date: [ca. 1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wizard (27)5761.F.102 (McAllister)

Title: To-night! At [blank] Hall Wizard of the East Gift exhibition 100 100 beautiful presents to be given away free of charge. Tickets, only 25 cents which gives the holder an opportunity of obtaining a valuable present, worth from fifteen cents to fifty dollars. New and startling wonders in magic! ... Ventriloquism in which the Wizard of the East is not to be equaled, ... Every purchaser of an admission ticket will be presented with a gift ticket. The manager wishes it to be distinctly understood that no charge will be made for the gifts, but the performance only. ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8. Attentive ushers will be in attendance. Front seats exclusively reserved for ladies and their attendants
Description: Other playbills for the Wizard of the East are dated Dec. 1863 through Jan. 1865., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wizard of the East
Date: [ca. 1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wizard (28)5761.F.48a (McAllister)

Title: To-night! At [blank] Hall Wizard of the East Gift exhibition 150 beautiful presents to be given away free of charge. Tickets, only 25 cents which gives the holder an opportunity of obtaining a valuable present, worth from fifteen cents to fifty dollars. New and startling wonders in magic, ... Ventriloquism in which the Wizard of the East is not to be equaled, ... Among the list of gifts will be found a splendid hunting case nickel movement watch ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8. Attentive ushers will be in attendance. Front seats exclusively reserved for ladies and their attendants
Description: Other playbills for the Wizard of the East are dated Dec. 1863 through Jan. 1865., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wizard of the East
Date: [ca. 1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wizard (28)5761.F.48b (McAllister)

Title: To-night! Wizard of the East! At [blank] Hall Gift exhibition. 150 beautiful presents to be given away free of charge. Tickets, only 25 cents which gives the holder an opportunity of obtaining a valuable present, worth from fifteen cents to fifty dollars. New and startling wonders in magic, ... Ventriloquism in which the Wizard of the East is not to be equaled, ... Among the list of gifts will be found a splendid hunting case nickel movement watch ... Admission, 25 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8. Attentive ushers will be in attendance. Front seats exclusively reserved for ladies and their attendants
Description: Other playbills for the Wizard of the East are dated Dec. 1863 through Jan. 1865., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wizard of the East
Date: [ca. 1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Wizard (28)5761.F.46b (McAllister)

Title: Grand entertainment of necromancy and spiritual manifestations on Thursday eve'ng, Dec. 15, '64 Introduction.--Violin solo, Mast. Jas. P. Murphy The programme to be presented, will embrace the several elements of magic, mystery and mirth! Introducing the most wonderful feats of ancient and modern magicians, without the aid of dazzling apparatus, to bewilder the eye of the spectator. ... Admission, 25 cents. Children, 10 cents The performance to commence at 8. precisely. There will be no performance in the afternoon
Description: 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.71b (McAllister)

Title: Moral, scientific and amusing! Prof. Harry Lee, A.M would respectfully announce to the citizens of this place that he will give a grand exhibition of laughing gas at [blank] on [blank] 1863 Twelve gentlemen of respectability will inhale the gas, who, while under it harmless influence, will sing, dance, laugh, &c. &c., always convulsing the audience with laughter. Prof. Lee has made the discovery thus by the use of nitrous oxide. Teeth can be extracted without pain! This is the most popular entertainment in the country, and none should fail to witness it. Professor Haller the renowned magician, will assist Prof. Lee at each entertainment. Haller will exhibit some of the most mysterious, miraculous and marvelous feats ever produced by magic, ... Dan Rice, and his performing horse, Ducrow--The Turkish juggler--Martinelli in his pole performance--London Punch--Comic mules, &c., &c., will be exhibited during our stay. Professor H. Brooks! The blind pianist and solo violinist, late of the Ellinger & Newcombe Opera Troupe, will produce some of his best selections on the occasion. Admission, only 25 cents Children, accompanied by their parents, 15 cents. Doors open half-past 6. Commencing half-past 7 o'clock. N.B.--Liberal arrangements made with schools. Front seats reserved for the ladies
Description: Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.2 x 19.8 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Lee, Harry
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Lee (25)5761.F.25a (McAllister)

Title: Monroe & Michener's Great American rebellion is coming and will exhibit at [blank] on [blank] 186[blank] This is a true and correct representation of all the most prominent battles, from the bombardment of Fort Sumter up to the very latest battles. Also, the late riot of New York, ... Mr. Monroe, late of the Army of the United States, has spared no pains to make this one of the most correct and interesting exhibitions of the kind ever put before the public. He, having become disabled, and therefore unfitted to remain in the service, begs to inform the public in general that he will accompany this great exhibition, and respectfully solicits your patronage. Programme. Read the list of battles! ... Admission, 25 cents. Children, under 10 years of age, 15 cents
Description: The New York Draft Riots, March 1863, and the fall of Vicksburg, July 1863, are both included in the list of scenes., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Monroe & Michener
Date: [1863?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare *PB 1863 Monroe (28)5761.F.30 (McAllister)

Title: Select readings by Mr. Jas. E. Murdoch who has been engaged at the request of many of our citizens. Saturday evening, March 8th. Programme. ... Admission, 50 and 25 cents Seats may be secured, without extra charge, on Friday and Saturday, at the Academy of Music, from 9 till 4 o'clock, and at the Continental Hotel. Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8
Description: At head of title: American Academy of Music: Broad and Locust Streets., March 8 fell on a Saturday in 1862., Printed area measures 36.8 x 14.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: American Academy of Music (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Academy 1862 9982.F.100 (McAllister)

Title: The world's wonders! The great Arab troupe together with Rivers & Derious' Combination Circus This immense establishment will exhibit its wonderful performances under their mammoth pavilion in Manayunk for one night only, Thursday, April 28th, 1864 under the management and direct superintendence of Messrs. Rivers & Derious. ... The grand procession will enter town on the day of the exhibition, preceded by the splendid military band, led by O.P. Perry, leader of Baxter's Phila. Zouaves' Band--followed by the grand dragon chariot, containing the arabs of the desert in their native costume. Admission, 25 cts. No half price Doors open at 7. To commence at half-past 7
Description: Performers include: Marie Carroll (La Petite Marie), the Delavanti Brothers, Edwin Derious, J.J. Foster, S. King, Lewis Kline, Philo Nathans, Mlle. Olivero, Eddie Rivers, Richard Rivers, Ferdinand Tournaire, and Edward Winnie., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Rivers & Derious' Combination Circus
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Rivers (26)5761.F.22a (McAllister)

Title: The Stone and Rosston Circus combination! Corner Broad and Locust Streets. Grand performances afternoon and evening. Grand performances afternoon and evening. Extraordinary attraction! Positively the last day! Saturday, June 24, 1865. Admission, fifty cents Children under 10 years, 25 cents. Doors open at two and seven o'clock, P.M
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Stone and Rosston Circus
Date: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1865 Stone (26)5761.F.110a (McAllister)

Title: The Stone and Rosston Circus combination! Corner Broad and Locust Streets. Grand performances afternoon and evening. Grand performances afternoon and evening. Extraordinary attraction! Positively the last day! Saturday, June 24, 1865. Admission, fifty cents Children under 10 years, 25 cents. Doors open at two and seven o'clock, P.M
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Stone and Rosston Circus
Date: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1865 Stone (26)5761.F.110a (McAllister)

Title: Prof. Tyler's stereopticon views of the great Southern Rebellion! will be exhibited in [blank] on [blank] The entertainment will commence with revolving views of welcome Col. Wilson's Zouaves taking the oath to march through Baltimore. Col. Ellsworth revenged. ... Portrait of General M'Clellan commander in chief of the U.S. Army. ... the Battle of Newbern, N.C. Capture of the fortifications and utter route of the rebels, March 14th, 1862. ... Noah's ark. ... The whole exhibition to close with pieces comical & entertaining ... Admission, 25 cents. Children, half-price Doors open at 7; to commence at half-past 7
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Tyler, Prof
Date: [not before 1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1862 Tyler (28)5761.F.49a (McAllister)

Title: Grand magic lantern! and musical entertainment! will be given at [blank] on [blank] evening, at [blank] Programme. Part first. Views of the war! ... to conclude with comic songs and music
Description: Views of the Civil War include battles of the Peninsular Campaign, April to July 1862., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Main, John, magic lantern proprietor
Date: [not before 1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1862 Main (28)5761.F.29a (McAllister)

Title: Theatre! Manager Henderson has the honor to announce to the citizens of Pittsburg that he has effected an engagement, for a limited number of nights! with the young tragedian Edwin Adams who has just returned from one of the most successful western tours! the memories of the oldest managers can recall. Heretofore the professional labors of this young artist have been confined exclusively to the eastern states, but at the solicitation of many who were anxious to witness his masterly delineations! he has been induced to extend his field of action. He has successively visited Cincinnati, Louisville, Nashville, Indianapolis, Chicago, and St. Louis! where he has created an enthusiasm so marked, that he is now universally condeded to be the tragic artist of the age. Edwin Adams will make his first appearance on Monday, April 4th
Description: April 4 fell on a Monday in 1864., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Adams, Edwin, 1834-1877
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Adams (28)5761.F.3a (McAllister)

Title: Waugh's magnificent paintings of Italia together with scenes in the American war Monday, November 11th, '61 and every evening during the week. Part first. Italia ... Part Second. American war ... Adults, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. Performances will commence at 7 3/4. Grand matinees, Wednesdays & Saturdays Doors open at 2 o'clock. To commence at 3 o'clock. Bring opera glasses. Schools on liberal terms
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Waugh, Samuel Bell
Date: [1861]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1861 Waugh (6)5761.F.9c (McAllister)

Title: The Philadelphia Classical Quintette Club Messrs. Carl Gaertner, Chas. H. Jarvis, M.H. Cross, C. Plageman, & Chas. M. Schmitz, respectfully announce their sixth classical matinee, to take place on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 1864, at three o'clock, in the saloon of the Assembly Buildings, South West cor. of Tenth and Chestnut Sts. Single tickets, fifty cents, to be had only at the door. Terms of subscription. Package of twenty-five tickets, good at all times, $10. Package of fifty tickets, good at all times, $16. For sale at the music store of J.E. Gould. Steck & Co.'s pianos will be used, furnished by Mr. Gould, Seventh & Chestnut. The Philadelphia Classical Quintette Club beg leave to offer their services either for public or private performances, whether in or out of the city. Engagements may be effected with them by applying to the music store of Mr. J.E. Gould, corner of Seventh and Chestnut Streets. 6th matinee. Dec. 21, 1864. ... 7th matinee. Dec. 28, 1864. ... 8th matinee. Jan. 4, 1865
Description: Printed on yellow paper; text printed inside two ornamental frames, each measuring 18.2 x 11.7 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Philadelphia Classical Quintette Club
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Phila Class (6)5761.F.28b (McAllister)

Title: To-night! [blank] Hall 200,000 persons have already seen the Great Donaldson! Whose wonderful performances at Fairmount, Philadelphia, attracted such crowds, during May, 1862. Mid-air rope ascension from the hall to the house-top opposite. And perform a feat entitled the Break-neck act, between 4 and 5 o'clock, P.M. In the evening, Mr. D. will give one of his most pleasing entertainments! ever before witnessed in this place. Soirees de magique ventriloquism, &c., &c., &c., which are not to be equaled. The performance is both amusing and instructive, and may be witnessed by all classes, there being nothing whatever affecting the religious or political feeling of any sect or denomination; as a proof whereof, the exhibition has been visited by ministers and heads of churches, as well as schools and colleges. The great act of impaling a human body to a board with huge knives. Laughable Italian Fantoccini ... Admittance, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Front seats reserved for ladies. Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Donaldson, Washington Harrison, 1840-1875
Date: [not before 1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1862 Donald (25)5761.F.19b (McAllister)

Title: To-night! [blank] Hall 200,000 persons have already seen the Great Donaldson! Whose wonderful performances at Fairmount, Philadelphia, attracted such crowds, during May, 1862. Mid-air rope ascension from the hall to the house-top opposite, and performs a new feat entitled the Break-neck act, between 4 and 5 o'clock, P.M. In the evening, Mr. D. will give one of the most pleasing entertainments! ever before witnessed in this place. Soirees de magique ventriloquism, &c., &c., &c., which are not to be equaled. The performance is both amusing and instructive, and may be witnessed by all classes, there being nothing whatever affecting the religious or political feeling of any sect or denomination; as a proof whereof the exhibition has been visited by ministers and heads of churches, as well as schools and colleges. The great act of impaling a human body to a board with huge knives. Laughable Italian Fantoccini ... Admittance, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Front seats reserved for ladies
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Donaldson, Washington Harrison, 1840-1875
Date: [not before 1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1862 Donald (28)5761.F.16a (McAllister)

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

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

Title: The "Tribe of Asa!" One night only At [blank] On [blank] The Hutchinson Family grateful to their numerous friends and patrons for the continued success and increased crowds which have thronged their concerts in days of "Auld Lang Syne," respectfully announce in this, their twenty-third annual musical pilgrimage through their native land, one concert on the above evening, all will appear, Asa, Lizzie, Abby, Freddy and Little Dennett singing their songs of home, hope and happiness! Faith, freedom and fraternity! The good time coming, and the flag and our Union forever! Together with the productions of Whittier, Longfellow, Morris, Saxe, Root, and Work, Miss Edna Dean Proctor, Lucy Larcum and Florence Percy, besides several original compositions by the Hutchinsons, ... Doors open, quarter of 7 o'cl'k. Commences, quarter of 8 Admission, 25 cts. Children under 12 years, 15 cts No postponement
Description: The Hutchinson Family, Tribe of Asa, consisted of Asa B. Hutchinson, his wife Elizabeth Chace Hutchinson, and their children Abby Hutchinson (later Anderson), Frederick Chace Hutchinson, and Oliver Dennett Hutchinson., Songs on the program include Battle cry of freedom and Star-spangled banner., Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 48.8 x 16.2 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Hutchinson Family (Singers)
Date: [1863?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Hutch (28)5761.F.26a (McAllister)

Title: Grover's Theatre Pennsylvania Avenue, near Willard's Hotel Leonard Grover, director also of Grand German Opera, Academy of Music, N.Y.--Grover & Sinn, Chestnut St. Theatre, Philada. C.D. Hess acting manager The management takes pleasure in announcing that this popular establishment will re-open for the fall and winter season, on Monday evening, Sept. 5, 1864, with the celebrated Warren Comedy Combination Mr. William Warren, Miss Josephine Orton, Mr. Charles Barron, Miss Emily Mestayer ... The orchestra under the direction of the celebrated composer and chef, Charles Koppitz, ... Prices of admission Dress circle or parquet 75 cents Family circle 30 " Orchestra chairs $1 00 No extra charge for securing seats. ... Mad'me Ponisi, the celebrated tragedienne in Narcisse, at an early date. The world-wide celebrities, Mr. & Mrs. Barney Williams, the Irish boy & Yankee girl, in their famous specialities, early
Description: Other members of the company include: George H. Andrews, Mrs. and Mrs. Charles B. Bishop, Isadora Cameron, C.H. Clark, J.B. Evers, Mrs. and Mrs. Joseph T. Fannin, P.A. Fitzgerald, J.F. Freeman, F.A. Gossin, Alice Harrison, J.W. Harrison, J.W. Jennings, J.E. McCollan, G.W. Mitchell, Eliza Place, J.G. Saville, Mary Sutherland, Laura Verney, Annie Ward, and James T. Ward., Printed in red; the printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.6 x 19.9 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Grover's Theatre (Washington, D.C.)
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Wash Grover 1864 (26)5761.F.42b (McAllister)

Title: Grand opening this Saturday night, January 17th, 1863. A great bill! Programme for this evening. ... Great act of posturing! ... The new servant ... Act of heavy ballancing: ... Grand ballet divertissement, La cosmopolitana! ... Grand aerial evolutions ... To conclude with a grand festival! by all the company. Grand matinee next Saturday afternoon. Admission, 10 and 15 cents
Description: Performers include: Billy Chambers, Viola Clifton, Mons. Fouché, J.C. Keene, Lizzie Lagrange, Rody Maguire, Maggie Marshall, G.M. Miles, Sophie Neilson, Miss Nichols, C.W. Parker, Miss Roderick, J.G.H. Shorey, Rose Volante, and Mlle. Zonati., Library Company copy cropped at foot, possibly removing imprint; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wolf's Melodeon (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Wolf 1863 (25)5761.F.39a (McAllister)

Title: The Melodeon is a success. That's a fixed fact. Like a skillful fisher we angle with the right bait, and snccess [sic] is sure to follow This Monday night, Jan. 19th, 1863, first appearance of W. Herman Programme for this evening. ... Great act of posturing! ... The dancing globe, ... Phantom echo band! ... Grand aerial evolutions ... The new servant ... Grand ballet divertissement, La cosmopolitan! ... Ecole de gymnasium, ... To conclude with a grand festival by all the company. A grand matinee! next Saturday afternoon. Sunday night, a sacred concert, for the benefit of the sick and wounded soldiers. Admission, 10 and 15 cents
Description: Performers include: Billy Chambers, Viola Clifton, Mons. Fouché, W. Herman, J.C. Keene, Prof. Kingcade, Lizzie Lagrange, Maggie Marshall, G.M. Miles, Sophie Neilson, C.W. Parker, J.G.H. Shorey, Rose Volante, and Mlle. Zonati., Library Company copy cropped at foot, possibly removing imprint; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wolf's Melodeon (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB Phi Wolf 1863 (25)5761.F.40a (McAllister)

Title: Spring season commencing Saturday evening, April 23d with an entire new company of first-class performers among whom will be found the following talented artists: Lizzie Lagrange will dance her champion jig, in male attire, every evening, also sing a great variety of new and original comic songs. Mary Florence will also appear every evening in a variety of new fancy dances. Agnes Winslow will also appear every evening in a variety of patriotic songs! Ed. Wray in a budjet [sic] of comic songs and banjo solos. Bob Harrison in new songs and dances, and will also deliver his celebrated stump speech. Billy Rose will also sing a variety of his best local comic songs. Geo. Burton will, by particular desire, sing his new comic song of The president's ball. During the evening, the laughable Terpsichorean quartet, of The cure, the cure. Admission, 20 cents Gallery, 10 cents. In rehearsal, a variety of new and original pantomimes which will be produced with tricks and transformations
Description: April 23 fell on a Saturday in 1864., 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 (27)5761.F.52 (McAllister)

Title: Open every night with a first-class company Admission only 10 cents to all parts of the theatre
Description: Another playbill advertises opening night of the spring season for April 23, 1864., Library Company copy has two 21 x 16 cm. issues printed side by side, and intended to be separated; 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 (27)5761.F.28 (McAllister)

Title: Mark Hassler's first grand vocal & instrumental parlor concert! Assited by Mad'me Henriette Behrens (the favorite prima donna, from the late concerts of L.M. Gottschalk.) Mr Simon Hassler, solo violinist. Mr R. Wettig, flute. Mr J. Junge, clarinet. Mr C. Breme, cornet. Mr F. Braune, contra basso. Mr A. Gunther, solo pianist. ... Tickets of admission, 25 cents to be had at the bookstores and at the door. Doors open at 7 o'clock. Concert to commence at 8 o'clock, precisely
Description: Parentheses substituted for square brackets in title transcription., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 42.4 x 16.5 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Hassler, Mark, 1834-1906
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Hassler (26)5761.F.57b (McAllister)

Title: Superb entertainment The grand stereopticon (Copyrighted by P.E. Abel, Philadelphia.) ... Monday, Septem'r 12, 1864, and every evening during the week. A ghost! A ghost! A ghost! Several hundred new and splendid views, chiefly foreign, and never before shown in this city!! ... Among the many new scenes we shall present, will be the cedebrated [sic] historical apparition of Berlin ... Change of programme constantly! At each entertainment will be presented a choice selection, comprising the grandest and most attractive views of American and European scenery: ... Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Parentheses substituted for square brackets 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 Am 1864 Toy (6)5761.F.19b (McAllister)

Title: Superb entertainment The grand stereopticon (Copyrighted by P.E. Abel, Philadelphia.) ... Monday, October 3d, 1864, and every evening during the week. A ghost! A ghost! A ghost! Several hundred new and splendid views, chiefly foreign, and never before shown in this city!! ... Among the many new scenes we shall present, will be the celebrated historical apparition of Berlin ... At each entertainment will be presented a choice selection, comprising the grandest and most attractive views of American and European scenery: ... Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8 o'clock
Description: Parentheses substituted for square brackets in title transcription., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Toy, John
Date: [1864]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1864 Toy (6)5761.F.20b (McAllister)

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

Title: Wit, humor & sentiment Fun for the million! Grand musical soiree! Immediately after the performance of the Great Show is concluded, there will be a grand Ethiopian performance in this canvas by a full band of serenaders, who will appear in a great variety of their unequaled impersonations of Southern life! In addition to the usual force of similar concerns, the following stars will appear: Old Bob Sheppard, ... Harry Enochs, ... Wm. Lacont, ... Jno. Kelchner, ... Joe Nosher ... Admission only 15 cts. Children 10 cts
Description: These minstrel performers were most active from 1862 to 1865., Library Company copy printed on the same sheet as, and intended to be separated from, a variant of the same playbill; 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 Wit (28)5761.F.19 (McAllister)

Title: Grand exhibition and lecture of chromatropical, phantasmagorical and dioramic views! Consisting of the following: a series of splendid views illustrating some of the principal events of the present war consisting of battles, portraits, vessels of war, comic incidents, &c., &c. This exhibition will consist of paintings representing historical events, landscape scenes, antiquities, costumes, beasts, birds, plants and trees. ... The vicisitudes and adventures in the lives of the world's favored characters ... Moving astronomical diagrams of the solar system. ... Laugh and grow fat. As we think it wholesome to laugh, we have, in connection with the above, a series of paintings showing the adventures of a fast young gent on horseback. Disolving views! ... Will exhibit in the [blank] Doors open at [blank] o'clock. To commence at [blank] o'clock. Admission---Adults, [blank] cents. Children, [blank] cents
Description: "The optical arrangement of the magic lantern used in this exhibition far surpasses any ever brought before the public in point of size and power. It is accommodated with two six inch condensing lenses, with silver-plated parabolic reflectors. The paintings are large and beautifully colored, and when exposed in the camera, the figures of persons and animals are made to appear as large as life.", Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 74.3 x 23.4 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Freidly, Samuel
Date: [between 1861 and 1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare *PB 1861 Freidly (28)5761.F.17 (McAllister)

Title: The Stereopticon of the American Civil War truthfully portraying the exciting events of the times Illustrating, in life like colors, the fearful scenes of blood and carnage! the heroic courage of our devoted soldiers: and the bravery and heroism of our generals! ... Also, a series of beautiful illustrations of the Revolutionary War, and a tour through sacred and classic lands Will be exhibited at the [blank] on [blank] eve'ng, [blank] at 7 o'clock Admission [blank] cts. Children, under 12, [blank] cts ... The tableaux will be explained as they appear to the audience, and will be brilliantly illuminated by two of the celebrated Drummond lights
Description: Views of the Civil War include battles of the Peninsular Campaign, April to July 1862., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Date: [not before 1862]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1862 Stereopticon (28)5761.F.37a (McAllister)

Title: Wyman ventriloquist and wizard at Assembly Buildings! corner of Tenth and Chestnut Sts., Monday evening, March 14th, 1864 and continue twelve nights only, matinees on Wednesday and Saturday at three o'clock. 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 (6)5761.F.17b (McAllister)

Title: Wyman ventriloquist and wizard at Assembly Buildings! corner of Tenth and Chestnut Sts., every evening: at eight o'clock. Matinees on Wednesday and Saturday at three o'clock. 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 (6)5761.F.18a (McAllister)

Title: Wyman! ventriloquist and wizard at Assembly Buildings corner of Tenth and Chestnut Sts. every evening this week Matinees on Wednesday and Saturday at three o'clock. Positively the last week of Wyman, ventriloquist and wizard! With his dancing babies. Wednesday and Saturday the two last afternoon performances. Saturday, May 21st, last night Admittance, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents Doors open at 7 o'clock. To commence at 8
Description: May 21 fell on a Saturday in 1864., 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 (6)5761.F.19a (McAllister)

Title: Supernatural vision! or, Second sight Prof'r Wiseman! the great illusionist, expounder of mesmerism & second sight, assisted by Mad'me Wiseman far surpassing in startling effects anything that the Davenports have ever done. Wiseman has spent many years in Eastern lands, ... He will introduce a variety of astounding and unparalleled prestigiatorial illusions! ... Modern spiritualism will be frequently illustrated. Table rappings, money flying, bell ringing, watch striking, and 1,000 more droll things! by an invisible agency. ... Price of admission, 50 cents Doors open at quarter past 7 o'clock. Performance to commence at 8. Programme varied every night
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wiseman, Prof
Date: [1865]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1865 Wiseman (26)5761.F.101b (McAllister)

Title: Prof'r Wiseman! Magician of the East will exhibit his wonderful feats of magic! and chemical mystery for a few nights, at the Assembly Buildings, corner of Chestnut and 10th Sts. Commencing Monday eve'ng May 11, '63 upon which occasion he will introduce many feats, entirely new which have never heretofore been attempted by any other magician; aside from being truly wonderful! are calculated to produce the most agreeable mirth & surprise ... Tickets, 25 cents Children, under 12 years, 15 cents. Reserved seats, 50 cents. Doors open at quarter-past 7 o'clock. Performance to commence at 8
Description: Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Wiseman, Prof
Date: [1863]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1863 Wiseman (6)5761.F.11 (McAllister)

Title: A Grand curiosity exhibition! to be seen at all hours, on the left as you pass out, consisting of the great living What is it? or, man monkey, from Barnum's Museum, New York; the monster emperor boa constrictor! 30 feet in length, 30 inches in circumference, & weighs 240 lbs. Also, a splendid collection of wax statuary! of some of the most prominent Union generals. Together with a grand display of cosmaramas embracing views of sanguinary battles and formidable naval engagements. These wonders and curiosities must be seen to be appreciated. Price of admission, 10 cents
Description: 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 PB 1861 Grand (28)5761.F.15b (McAllister)

Title: Programme of the Miltonian tableaux! Section I. Shows representations of Heaven ... Section II. The Creation: ... Section III. Pandemonium, or Hell, ... Section IV. The Garden of Eden ... Advertiser's designator Read the following: Advertisers wanted for the Miltonian tableaux! Elegant and costly presents given as a reward
Description: "Amusements. A remarkable exhibition coming to Philadelphia next week. The great exhibition known as the Miltonian tableaux of Paradise lost, from London, England, will visit this city and be exhibited at Concert Hall, commencing Tuesday evening, November 7, for a short time, previous to being opened in New York."--Philadelphia Inquirer, Oct. 30, 1865., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Creator: Morrison, A. B.
Date: [1865?]
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare PB 1865 Morrison (28)5761.F.29c (McAllister)

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

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

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

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