Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-10-30
ADJUSTMENTS.

MEMPHIS THEATER.- popular ana
ever enjoyable comedy of London Assur-
ance was presented at the Memphis
Theater last night we regret to say it,
to rather light audience. 1t is impos-
sible to cater to the taste of Memphis
theater-goers with any degree of GER
tainty as to the result. For months
they have been clamorous for the legiti-
mate drama, and we had hoped to see a
liberal patronage extended the manage
ment of both our theaters, as an evil
dence that our people appreciated their
efforts to restore the ancient glory OF
the stage by the production of popular
tragedies and comedies. Therefore we
regret that our amusement lovers have
not turned out in greater force, for
both theaters should have been filled
to overlooking every evening this
week. Miss Jane Coombs is a.
comparative stranger in this city,
but the impression she has made
with those who have witnessed her per-
Torrance the last two evenings is very
favorable and will be lasting. She is
lady Of fine personal appearance, dresses
handsomely and personated the charac-
ter Of Lady Gay Spanker," last even
ing, most admirably. Her description
of the fox hunt was given with spirit
and animation, and that alone would
stamp her as an artistic Of rare ability.
The support she received was far above
the average. Mr.. Pope as "Dazzle" was
decidedly original, and personated the
character better, perhaps, than almost
any other actor who has appeared on the
boards Of the Memphis Theater as "Daz-
zle." Mr.. Harry Rainforth gave very
correct and laughable rendition of the
character of Lawyer NEEDLE" and came
in for q good share of applause. Miss.
Eliza o. Conner was excellent as Grace
Harkaway," and, altogether, the sup
port was about as good as could be de-
sired Tonight the popular play of the
Lady of Lyons will be presented with
Miss Coombs as Pauline" and Mr..
Pope as Claude Melnotte. /"
GRAND OPERA HoUsE.-Mr. Lawrence
P. Barrett appeared for the second time
at the Grand Opera House last night,
to a fashionable audience as "CasSius'
in the Shakspearean tragedy of julius
Cesar. The company appeared to a
much better advantage than on the eve
ming previous, and rendered Mr.. Barrett |
such support as no one could reasonably
complain Of. The star in this case has
surrounded himself with an excellent
organization, just suited to the repre-
sentatIon OF such Ane plays as are pre-
sented. Mr.. Barrett's "Cassius" last
evening was a splendid portraiture. He
was the lean and hungry "Cassius" who
did think too mush, and he was the
classic, dignifed and testy senator. His
conception Of the character was ad-
mired and his rendition unexceptional
Mr.. Frederick Robinson as "Brutus'
was very good indeed, and showed q
careful study Of the part. Mr.. Jno. W.
Norton rendered the part of Antony"
with spirit and vigor, and delivered the
Grafton over the dead body of Caesar
with fine effect. Mr.. Joseph Barrett
gave a good rendition of the character
of Julius Caesar" and Miss Jane Reign
old appeared to excellent advantage as
"Portia." Altogether the play was well
and the company made de-
oidedly better impression than on their
FIRST appearance. Tonight the favorite
of Money will be presented-we
doubt not to full house. Saturday az
ternoop there will be grand Rosedale
matinee, and Monday evening will in
troduce Miss Charlotte Thompson, an
old favorite. Tomorrow night Damon
and Pythias will be presented, when all
the Knights of Pythias will turn out to
see their fayorite play.
TIyon WEE HALL.-Eyery evening
during the week at 81 South Court
street, opposite Court Square, Professor
Eugene Doeblin, the great wizard and
late with the Black Crook,
will give magic entertainments, consist
ing Of escomatation, Chinese juggling,
Egyptian witchcraft and feats of presti-
digitation. "a
BRooMs OPERA HOUSE. - Manager
Broom continues to present new and
sterling attractions at his Jefferson
street Opera House. New stars appear
each week to large audiences. Rroom's
is popular place of resort. He has a
fine variety company and manages to
please all visitors. New attractions to-
night.
OLYNPlc Manager Buchanan has a
splendid company at his Washington
street theater, composed almost exclu-
siyely Of ney people. Manager White
is making every effort TO please the
patrons Of that establishment and in his
efforts has succeeded as all visitors will
testify. Tonight big bill is offered.
" Top would have your hair brushed
by machinery, 20 TO Haessigs barber