Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1856-12-02
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Entlac0lpnia Sorr6SponoenCes
SATURDAY, Nov. %, 1856.
Elitors Washing LuteHigsacsr:
1t has been a dark, gloomy, rainy, disagreea-
bic day-the first we must give credit to fair
fall for long time When we have reveledin
glorious weather for so long, rainy day is APP
preciated to the full amount of the misery it en-
tails upon us. They have their use, however,
and make us appreciate the comforts of indoors,
cheerful hearths-our hearths, here however,
are only hole in the wall-and sNpposc that
one loves his wife-if he happens to be favored
with one-much better during rainy day than
at other times. They can play the game of xii
ling time" you know, or if they happen not to
be in very good humor, they can have n de-
lghtful family squabble, and q variety of other
amusements. OF this, however, will let those
speak who have experience, as your humble ser
want has not. By the way, what has become of
your correspondent Nelly; has abe quit living
and got married."
But letme tell you what is going on. Trade,
generally, is Mt stand-still. Retail stores are
preparing, in n variety of ways, for the Holidays,
and Christmas Presents of every kind and quail
ity, will be in abundance. The Holiday books,
generally, are of a very superb character-some
truly magnificent
The first concert of Thalbcrg, in this city,
was given last night and formed quite an event
in the musical circles, and attracted an audi
ence, which, as to numbers and brilliancy, ri
vailed those of the days of Jenny Lind. Not
only were the concert-goers there, but large
number of the professional musicisns-men
whose appreciation is of real value to an artist,
who must often feel that the majority of his au-
dience are unable to understand his merits.
Thalberg's playing does not admit of criti-
cisn, scarcely of comparison, not because he
surpasscs other artists, but simply for the rea-
son that he is SO different from all we have been
accustomed to- BE has aremarksble versatility
of style, wonderful brilliancy of execution, and
n neatness and perfection of finish which Moth
ing can surpass. There is a total absence of
nicking and clap trap. Indeed, his appearance,
gsRealYa aspSrt 1ggi and 81 understanding
as conscientious and genuine artist. The only
regret we feel in hearing Thalberg and Cots
chalk, is that the piano, after all, is very i'm
perfect instrument, which says to its devotees
thus far shalt thou go, and no farther and is
far too limited in its capabilities to offer fair
field for the entire development or expression of
their genius.
The American Literary Union, one of the best
literary associations in the United States, elect
ed its speakers, last night, for the ensuing ami
versary, in February. David B. Brown was
elected President and Howard Challen, Van.
zant, Woodward Smith, and Cummings, were
elected speakers for the occasion. Their ami
versary is always an event, and the finest audi
ence that assemblies in Musical Fund Hall greet
them joyonsly on that occasion.
ITENs.-General Welch died last night, after
an illness of only &c hours.
The Pync & Harrison Opera troupe will be
here next week
Exhibition of the Pennsylvania State POWl-
try Soeiety.-The Executive Committee ofthis
Society give notice that they have engaged Ma
tional Hall, Market street. above Twelfth, .for
their third annual exhibition of Poultry, Pige-
ons, Canary, and other birds of song, aud that
twill be held during Christmas week, commen-
cling on the 23d of the month and continuingthe
week, day and evening. That the display will
be handsome embarrassing one, those which
have already been given are sufficient qua
ranty
At the WALSUT, Mrs SExrER win make her
last appearance here tonight, rs "M'lle Marco"
in the celebrated play of the Marble Heart"
Thelaughable farce of My Wifes Mirror" which
has had such a successful run, will close the
evenings entertainments.
PROFESSOR SrURN, a most talented violinist,
and worthy gentleman, will take benefit to
night at SASFoRn's OPERA HOUSE. The troupe
will appear in a series ofmusical entertainments,
and Pl.oF. SrugN will execute several of his best
pieces. Yours, &c, PHILADELPHUS.
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