Butte record., 1856-08-02


THEArER-The new brick circus building
recently constructed by Lee Marshall, on
the north side of X street, between 4th and
9Th streets, is nearly completed in its inte-
rior decorations and appointments, and will
be opened to the public with characteristic
ente rtainment on the 1lth August next
The building throughout reflects credit on
the enterprise and iberality of the proprie-
tors 1t covers an area of so feet front by
ll2 feet deep; is IS feet high in the clear,
and built on foundation seven feet wide.
The ring, or circle, which is located in the
center of the building, is unusually large,
being AZ feet ii diameter. There are two
entrances to the ring, one on either side, the
stable being located under the parquette.-s
The portion of the building in the rear of
the ring has been literally fitted up for the
purposes of the drama, with all the necessary 7
machinery, scenery, &c. The stage is 81
feet in width and As feet in depth, the por-
tion which extends over the ring being so
constructed that it can be readily removed
or replaced as circumstances may require.
The house will seat about 1900 persons-the
parquette 500, the pit 800 and the dress cir
Gle 400. There are FIVE private boxes on
the west side Of the parquette, and one on
each side of the prosceuium on a level with
the dress circle. The latter are elegantly
fitted. The seats in the parquette are CO.
vered with drugget, those in the dress circle
with damask. A fine view of the ring and
stage is sfforded from every part of the
house. The ceiling Immediately above the
ring is crnamented with richly painted
centre piece ~ feet ii diameter, the colors
of whict harmonic we'll With those of the
arch Of the proscenicnl and the drapery of
the stage The drop, which in design is
very appropriate, represents spirited eques-
trian scene--Nero driving chariot in a con-
test for prize--the steeds OF the Emperor
and his competitors being apparently about
to plunge into the ring The painting to be
appreciated should be seen by gas light. In
the centre of the arch of the proscenium is
we'll executed portrait of Washington, and
two large gilt spread eagles. one placed
Immediately above the entrances to the ring
The walls of the dress circle are ppinted in
panels which are ultimately intended to be
adorned with landscapes; SC. The bhilding
will be lighted with gas throughout, the
fittings being completed. The stage Will be
lighted from above and from the side instead
OF in the ordinary way The following is a
list of those who have been engaged on the
the building: Bowers and ST. John, brick
work; Tuttls & Mcconnell, designing and
carpeting; W. Seton, scenery. drop and or
namental painting; Morgan, upholstery !;
d. f. knight. gas fitting; James Mcclure,
Iron work; H W. Van Duren, superintend.
ent. After the circus has vacated. the build
ing will be opened a dramatic temple
with first class company.-Union.
OLD fRovERBs-Better to be the head of
the yeomnnry thnn the tail of the gentry.
Beware of silent dog and still water
Daughters and dead Ash are not keep
ing ware.
1t is not easy to straighten in the oak the
crook that grew in the sapling.
There is many good wife who cannot
dance or sing we'll.
You will never have friend if you aust
have one without failing
There is one good wife in the country, and
every man thinks he hath her.
Lem liberty is better than fat slavery.
That's but an empty purse that's full of
other folks money.
One might as we'll be out of the world as
beloved by nobody in it.
He that knows useful things is the wise
man.
As we must render an account for every
idle word, so must We like of our idle 81
Ience
He is - worthless fellow who lives only
for himself
Depend not upon fortune. but conduct.
Be contented and thankful--a cheerful
spirit makes labor light, sleep sweet, and all
around cheerful.