The New York herald., 1870-06-04
A M u S z II E N rs.

RRoOKLYN ACADEMY-MRs. CONwAY's BENEFIr.-
The assertion that "no man Is prophet in his own
country" although exhibiting o most excellent ap-
probation of the mundane system of rewards and
punishments Is not altogether incapable of contra
dlction. 1t Is not however, given to many to nnd
such fruition OF their life service general pub
lic recognition Of the same in the very community
1 n which that service has been given. But there
are instances Of such gratifying attainment, anu
II evidence were wanted to prove the exception the
generous, spontaneous reception accorded Mrs. F.
B Conway last evening, upon the occasion OF com.
pimentary benefit rendered her at the Brooklyn
Academy Of Music, would be sufficient. For years
Mrs. Conway has labored with heart and mind, the
frs always moved by true womanly feeling, and the
latter, Of no mean integence. in the
standing well the inauence Of the stage
and careful always to direct 1t in the Of truh
to its best traditions she has both by er pubic
efforts ana IN private life, laD0red for the elevation
Of the drama 10 Its proper place In the Temple OF the
Muses. ana bOth by precept and practice furnished
stirring example In this age or degeneracy,
and by her success given encouragement to others
in their hope Of reform. The Brooklyn people know
this, and never lose an opportunity OF giving express
sion TO their feelings Of admiration for their avore
to IS to e
conclusion. Mrs. Conway was assisted in her recep.
tion by her gifted sister, Mrs. D. P: Bowers, than
IS embraced in the sIserhood Of American
is eminent for her efforts 10 elevate and dignity her
profession. The occasion likewise served TO Intro
duce 10 larger audience than she had previously
appeared before Miss Minnie Conway, charming.
and talented debutante OF the present season. Ihe
pieces chosen for representation, and which were
presented with the completeness Of finish and ex-
cellence OF cast that belong 10 competent manage
ment, were the fifth act OF the ''Dauehter
OF the Regiment" with Miss Conway as Marie, and
of the principal parts Julia, Mrs. d. p. Bowers;
Helen, Mrs. +. b. Conway; Master Walter, Mr.. F. b.
Conway, and Sir Thomas Clifford, Mr.. ]. Q. Nc
Colluui. The success Of the entertainment was be-
yOnd doubt, with less able rendition OF the several
characters; but more crtcal-that is less friendly
audience would have been equally satisfied, the
several performers 1nly sustaining the high repu-
tation they earned before severer judges.
The audience testified their appreciation frequent.
ly during the evening IN the usual manner.
WOODS MUsEUM-BENEFIr OF Mr.. A. L..
PARKEs.-The popular business manager OF this
establishment had benefit yesterday afternoon and
evening, which was well attended on both occa-
sions. We have spoken before of '.The Witches Of
New York." which was played at the benefit. All
the characters acquitted themselves commercially
and the attendance was Significant proof Of the
popularity OF the manager and benenciare.
NIBLos-MIss THOMPsoN's BENEFT.-This theatre
charming comedletta, "The Little Rebel" and the
best of all buresques, "Ixion" The features were
MI. Willie Edouln and MIR. Harry Jackson. The
former constituted the principal attraction as Cupid
IN aSGn ban ana greatea peaWd Jur0r such as
the metropolitan boards; the latter as MIR. Poppn.
court and Minerva, two entirely opposite Characters
proved himself an excellent comedian. Mr.. Con.
molly, the leader Of the orchestra, deserves hlyh
praise for his admirable musical setting OF all the
burlesques Of the past season. Without him the
blondes would never have attained such populari v
In this city. On Monday he Will be succeeded by Mr.
G. Operti one OF the best conductors and mos5 fin
isled artists that the metropolis can boast Of The
music OF mot Guiltyn the forthcoming sensation ut
Nlbo's, will be Its main characteristic