The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-12-16

INDIANA U. s. SENAToR.-Gov. JAS Whitcomb
democrat, is elected to the United States Senate.
to take the place OF Edward A. Hannegan.
Theatrical and Musical.
PARK TREArRE.-The benefit Of NJ Monplaisir, Il
des dan,eurs Of the present age took place last
evening, at this ps resort of amusement and though
1t not attended by crowded house, there at
tracted to the Park select number Of the admirers OF
the classical and romantic school, of which NJ Mon
plasir Is the strongest pillar During the ballots which
composed she performance the his highly
tale nted companion, Mime. Adele Monpaisir, and
their able assistants were necessarily received with
upderiDg applause 1t but justice, for the One
corps de ballet of these French artists displayed the
most fascinating ensemble saw in this country.
M. Mopplaisir, whose correct dsncing has equal,
whose agility and grace seemed to be
animated with inspiration; md his psrso alto
of Polinski, in LIE Diable Qustre" really sdm
rable. Nine paisr executed several de force
In the and pas noble Of the ballet and twice
encored by the delighted audience As for Miss Anna
Bulan che acted the part of the irascibs Counties
with that truthfulness and accuracy which are the
bert proofs Of the natural talent in her profession
which she has been gifted with Mr.. Corby In the
character Of the Basket Maker showed, as usual the
greatest comic acting; and Me'srs Grossi and Cornst
very correct in the roles allotted to them. In
The dvertise uent of Aurora" was also per.
formed with wonderful ensemble and elioitsd much
applause. We think 1t useless to repeat saHsfac
tion with the two comedies of the "Etou Boy" aud
"Nsval engagements" in which the pretty md witty
Rose Telbin appeared assisted In the drst Of these
ond by the neat and correct actors Mr. aua Mrs Gu.
bert This evening will be devoted to the benefit Of
Madame Monpsisir and It will be the last opportu nifty
offered to the public to the great Of the
couple Moppsisir, who about to leave for New Or
leans, having terminated their engagement with Mr..
merous seats engaged. and advise those of
readers who wish to witness this soire' dddie to 60
early this morning and secure their seats The pro-
gramne Of the perfor Is really excellent It con-
tana the capital farce Of Box and Cox followed by
the aegorcal advertisements entitled" Liberty, or the
Four Quarters Of the World" the farce Of Forty and
Fifty" and the ballet Of "The American Sailor" Gts
first performsnce) the whole to conclude With .
"Grande Macedoine,n in which Mons. aud Madame
the Park Theatre will be crowded.
BowERr THEArRE.-The house was crowded last
evening, indeed it has been every night that Herr
Driesbach has played, and still they wonder at his
remarkable command his collection OF splendid
animals. We should like much to the Herr feed
ing these friends Of 1T is said that the
scene is most interesting and in it the Implicit
obedience they pay to his slightest look Is most extra
ordinary. To- Night will be the last night Of his
gagement, and like wise his benefit night aud most
attractive bill Is set forth consisting OF variety of
entertainments Wis the tragedy Of" Gsnevisvs' the
farce of the i" Swains Of Switzerland" the drama Of
"Mupgo Park, the Living Ststusry" by Herr Dries.
bach, and dancing by Coccs and Neri. Certainly
this is enough for one nights amusement, IS all the
rtr.nrS;n.rx u.g i,h ~ % tas
be given in full Herr Driesbach Is fully entitled TO
the sppellstion Of the Emperor Of the Mensgeis for
been obtained over wild beasts. The house win un
doubleday be crowded.
BROADWAY THEATRE The benefit OF Mr. Richings.
last evening" deserved tribute to his talents as
the house WAS we'll filled by fashionable sudience.
Decidedly the best got out piece OF the season. the
comedy Every one has his Fault" which was ably
performed the OCCASION by the excellent cast who
had been selected fer this piece. Mr.. Richiugs as
Harmony, acquitted himself with inante ability and
Mr. Solus By Mr.. Blake Vas sustained With much
Lester also mastery piece OF acting Throughout
and he justly awarded his due share Of applause
Mrs. Abbott Mrs Wooburn perso mated character
with admirable effect Indeed, . more talented per
formsnoe in every particular or better NEEDY has
not been presented these boards since the opniug
Of the season. At the conclusion Mr. Blake came b.
fore the curtain and delivered the original Epiogusn
In his happtest style Stree his nrs appearance upon
comic powers for him promins ut place tnis
peculiar line. The entertainments OF the evening
passed of with much success.
NATIONAL THEATaE.-Mr. Thorne hsda great house
last evening, for his bsnent, and the performances
interesting than any that have BEEN as yet
given during his present engagement. The drama OF
"Monseig the first piece It Is Of the Robert
Macsire style of story MonsIegnsur being thief and
murderer, Of most polished ma aud address who
10 ct the head Of most extensive gang Of Pssan rob-
bers The story dated Ut the time of the great Law
Mississippi bubble, which caused much distress in
France; and incidents connected with this ceverly
interviewer vii b the ttory Thorne acted the robb
WE'LL and Burke. as the simple jewellers apprentice,
acted better than have him do before The
where Monseg recog uises Germs urke)
to be his brother. wss we'll played Herbert as the fat
pursy, and interruptions banker, much appl sudsd
The first act Of" Jack Sheppard with Mrs Thorns as
the young burglar the burlesque Of Mr. Mactresdy,o
and the drama Of the "Avenger the rest Of the
entertainments. Te night Mr.. and Mrs Thorne con-
clpde their engagement The bill presented 10 frat
rate one We refer for is details to our list OF amuse
ments.
BuRIoN's THrATEE.-Ths theatre wss again well
filed last evening" by respectable and intelgsn Mt au
dence, who know full we'll where to visit when they
wish to crafty their fun and fancy The bill was the
same as on the previous night, being the Tragedy
Queen,r the Breach Of Promse,'' and g Where q
Barnum?" The latter piece IL new production, and
takes we'll being full Of Wit sud humor, under the
Introduction Of little fellow, dressed as spoleon,
call. Colonel Great-Toe and much less THAI Tom
Thumb, creates much merrment. The Yankee story,
told by MIR. yobnson, is very good This evening q
new piece will be produced, touching on the gold
digging mania, called " California Cold Mines Wa
advise all those who the o starting for that
country to visit Burtons and see this piece they
may gal come good hints and information, that NAY
piece IL good and will evidently secure full house.
BaoApwAv CrRcus The circus stiIl draws good
hsures and the exercises each evening ate ndsd
BY crowds The equestrian performances by Carroll,
enthusiasm and the broad comic humor Of the clowns,
Gossin and williams, adds much to tbs entertain
ments Mr. r. Willis, the Bugle King taks5 hi, benefit
'his evening. He will doubtless have ~ jan house
CHRnrys MirsrasLs These gsniuses will give
their urual Saturday afternoon concert this day IS
well rs their regular evening one. They deter
min ed 70 smute their patrons well aud their long 40
qua ptance with the public taste ensbes them to aive
concerts TO suit tito nicely The afternoon concsrt
Is especially calculated to suit the younger folks,