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another lot OF choice groceries, which he,
with an experience of many years in that
particular business, has selected and
brought to this market. He extends
cordial invitation to heads OF families to
visit his establishment.
EIMIGRATIoN.-We learn from Mr..
Boinest, the President of the Newberry
immigration Society, that the opportu-
nifty of getting German farm hands this
seuson, is unusually promising Let our
farmers give their orders. Mr.. Brugge.
man, the agent, is here, and may be
found Mt Mr. Seeger's store.
JANNnYs HALL--CosEDY SEASON
Quite large audience greeted the first
appearance Of the new comedy company
at Janney's Hall. last evening, and the
success which characterized the pcrfor-
nance was abundantly testified by the
lavish applause bestowed upon the actors.
Miss LaFond made a very decided hit,
and with good share of histrionic talent,
cannot fail to become favorite. In the
Maid of Croissey." Mr.. Read as Sergt.
Austerlitz, was somewhat out of his reg
nlar business; but ho established his
claim 10 the role of good comedian in
the roaring farce of the Limerick Boy"
Tonight, III entertainment comprising
three Of the best farces OF tho day, is
offered, and there will doubtless be
large and fashionable audience in attcn-
dance. The absence OF the drama from
our city for II long time past renders the
presence Of Mr.. Reads company more
highly apprcciable.
TIE FIRST DAY OF THE FAIn.-Yester-
day, tho clouds disappeared, the sun
shone, and gave good day for the Fair.
The entering Of stock and articles kept
the Secretary aud his assistants busy un-
til about IL o'clock. The Fair opened
Mt q, and ut IL the horses were exhibited,
in the nmphitheatre. The displny was
very fine. In the main building, plea
SAINT sight greeted the beholdcr; the de-
partments of agriculture, manufactures
household, &c, were well represented;
and the delightful music of the Post
Band enlivened the occasion. The de-
partment of cattle, sheep and swine WAS
also we'll represented. Specimens of
homo skill and industry were to be seen
on all sides. The crowd of visitors was
very large, but good order was observed
throughout. To-day, no doubt, new and
attractive features will appear, and it is
expected that the attendance will be even
greater. The various committees are
now ut work. We are pleased to add,
that the Fair meets the public anticipa.
tions, and is q success in every way.
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