The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-09-10

We had on board 1893 souls and, 30 Tar as 1t can be
ascertained, $50 passengers are lost.
have been quite Ill for the last twentyfour hours
and confined to my bed; but am now much better.
soon, and, in the meantime, I remain your obedient
servant, JAMES MURDOCH.
Theatrical and Musical.
PARK ADMINISTRATIONS ing the familiarity of
the play going public with the tragedy of Macbeth
yet it always has charms and attractions which fail
not to draw crowded houses when the chief charac-
actors Such the last evening, at the Park,
when Mr. Hamblin appeared as Macbeth. The well
novelty and attraction to this familiar tragedy and to
draw such house as is only to be seen when great
actor Is announced 1t would be quite superosatory
which the public SO well acquainted and which it
knows SO well how to appreciate. Suffice it to say,
that Mr.. Hambin, on this OCCASION fully sustained
his high reputation, and peculiarly happy and
successful in his performance last night. Some
Of his points new-an were admirable. He
also well sustained in his part by the other
performers; and upon the whole, we never saw an
ssSs pr e Boe Al
which Miss Tebin again exhibited that uncommon
archness and peculiar talent, in those lively and
amusing pieces which have made her deservedly ia
vorite Of the public. The opening Of this splendid
theatre was, derstand, experiment, previous
officially announced the prices at this grand thea
ire Dress circle, rs cents family circle (second
ss There be but
that at the above prices, the Park will henceforth be
crowded
BowERY THEATRE.-The house was toleraby vel
attended last evening, and those who were present
were well repaid for their visit by the very ANU
sing pieces. which acted in most capital STYLE
The first piece the little comedy Of the Pet Of the
Peticoats, of the most amusing pieces that has
been performed for some time Mrs. Walcot takes the
part Of POLL the pet whe by series Of adventures is
instrumental in restoring two young wives to the arms
is great deal Of fun in the piece euch as Polls oarrv
ing out the lessons for love makng job the gar
dener's wipans. downfall from strong drink, and the
mishaps OF the amorous Dancing Master, (Jordan) all
Of which caused much mrth was loudly applauded
and the curtain fell the Pet of the Petticosts,
amidst much cheering and applause. The nautical
drama Of Tom Cringe's Log" and the romantic
spectacle of Brian Boroihme,n concluded the even.
| ing's amusements. The Bowery has done a very OK.
celent business during the past week; almost every
evening it has been crowded with most respectable
audiences. During the coming week, expect twin
be equally well attended, several pieces will be
produced.
BROADWAY THEATRE.-We scarce know how to be.
gin to speak in terms sufficient to give the reader
faint idea of the this theatre and the
more than magnificent mental whic are every
night presented to view For two weeks past Mr. For
rest has been playing and the proof Of the Of
the establishment is the immense crowd which nightly
assemble to look upon the legitimate drama in It's pu
rity He has appeared in many of the first characters
but in his great original character the Indian chief
noags" in which he presented himself last night be-.
by far transcribed all tho others. He most beauti-
iuy personated the character Of the red man both
peace, kind and gentle administering the wants of
the white man. but when that bond had once been
broken all the deep revenge of his blood is and
and pushed to the farthest extremity; and vhers,
there are none left but himself and Nameokee miss
Waack his wife he nds the fatal steel to her heart
rather than she should foil prey to the enemy of his
race and, throwing away his knife, meets, with
Miss Waack performed her part with good effect and
Mrs Abbott, Oceaua, the daug of the regicide
W. E saessne , The piece was well cast and play
Forrest loudly called for. lie appeared bowed and
retired Mile Celeste and Mons. wielhoff appeared
In grand pas dc deur, which was loudly encored.-
They without superiors in their line The petite
comedy Of " Ia he Jealous followed, in which Miss.
Isabel Dickinson appeared as Harriet, and was, AZ
usual, received with bursts of appausc The niece
was received throughout with great favor, and was
worthy Of the applause bestowed upon it. Broadway
1s the place and the managers determined that it
shall always be worthy the favor which is extend
ed to it.
NATIONAL THEATRE.-Every evening the excite
ment in favor Of the local piece at this house
seems to increase, as last night it was more densey
filled than 1t yet has been since the "Mysterjes and
Miseries of New York" have been brought out and
great was the cheering and applause which the
the various characters in this piece is most admirably
done the tlouchy seedy Pckpocket the bluff burglar
the mudale headed Dutchman out on a spree and
especially the low Irish in the scene in the
old Brewery are all most perfectly costumed. The
Dutch ball, with the orchestra, Refreshments, and
scene Previous to the drama the amusing farce Of a
" kiss In the Dark' was played, and Burke, as the
leaious-m minded Pettibone, was very comical. Miss
Mestayer. as Mrs. Pettbone well the scene
where the kiss in the dark given was nexpressby
udicrous The National is In the tide Of po-
pular favor crowded every evening with most ntelli
gent and respectable audiences and the excel
lent manner in which it is managed have no doubt
1t viii long maintain its prese mt stand.
BURROWS THrArRE.-"Dombey Son was aeair,
performed here, last evening before crowded house
captain Cutte' (Nr. Burton) shone out as usual in
his brightest colors kept the house With
laughter during the performance. Walter Gay, by
Mr Grace, was well sustained and Jack Bunsby, BY
MT Nickinson, was an excellent pcrsonation The.
merits Of this piece-thc high talent of the dramas
persona who have sustained its reputation upon the
boards OF This popular theatre since first ntroduc
tion under the present able cement Of Mr. Bur-
ton we have frequently taken occasion notice nd
on last evening, the many patrons of this theatre
seemed to enjoy the rich bill of fare with more than
usual zett. The house crowded to excess To-
morrow evening Millions" Masque of Comus'' will be-
presented together with other attractions which.
must insure q jam house.
NIBLos AsToR Pr AcE-In co nseauencc Of the CLOUDY
tate OF the atmosphere in the early part of last
ing This fashionable place of amusement not SC.
well attended as usual We regret this the more az.
the performance was for the benefit of Sgnora Liett
kossi, one Of the most accomplished members of the
Italian company, who have ACC utted themselves
go much to the safacton of the audie noes at this
place OF entertainment Rossinis opera OF III parbicre
oil Sivglia was again performed with the same cast
az before The Signora sustained her part with her
warmest applause. Rosiua was all that could ba aa
sired by her greatest admirers. Having already ex
pressed our opinion on the merits Of the other per-
formers in this piece ary to speak of then,
now Inc Signora, with Sgnors vietti and Rossi
Corsi whose last appearance thu. leave us With
golden opinions Of their superior not
only as Nocasts but dramasts aud their
VIII be source Of regret to all who are c.pable of
approaching the excellencies Of the Italian opera
CAMPBELL's MiNsTRELs have concluded apotber
week of successful concers-indeed each succeedng
evening uheir audiences are more enthusiastic than
peioie lhey are all singers and musican ms of excel
rent talents and the refined taste which is displayed
ther perfor ances makes their concerts fit enter
salnment ior the most critical They viii per-
form every evening during the coming week.
CASTLE GAnDEN.-The usual Sunday evening con-
cert VIII be given to night at this place resort