Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-12-24
ADJUSTMENTS.

UNDER THE GAS LIaHT.-At the Memphis
Theater last night Days sensational play of
Under the Gas Light was produced, with Mr..
Charles Pope as 'Snorkey." Mr.. Book as
"Byke," Mrs. G. W. Mitchell as Laura,
Miss Katie Mayhem as " Peachblossom." and
Mr.. Rainforth as Bermudos." The play is
highly sensational, being scenes and sketches
from metropolitan life, and presenting shades
Of society wrought into a well-woven plot. As
Snorkey," the one-armed messenger, Mr..
Charles Pope made many friends. the audi
ence testifying their appreciation with
applause. Mrs. Mitchell. Of the Grand
Opera House, volunteered to appear as
Laura Cortland. on account of an unavoida-
BILE absence of Miss O'Connor. Mrs. Mitchell
was warmly received, and gave finished
representation Of the part. As "Peschblos-
som" Miss Katie Mayhem was attractive and
droll. She was most warmly received by the
audience, who at once recognized the little
favorite. Owing to non-arrival of baggage,
the company had TO accept such costumes as
could be found at the Theater. Notwithstand-
ing this draw back. and the fact that the mem
beers of the company were weary and tired.
having just reached the city from St. Louis,
the play ives presented in a most spirited
manner. Each actor and actress performed
the part assigned in a creditable manner.
Under the Gas Light will be again presented
tonight, with new scenic effect and costumes.
1t will also be in the bill for the matinee to-
morrow.
GRAND OPERA HoUsE.-The non-arrival Of
baggage belonging to the Opera House troupe
necessitated postpOnemento Of Treasurer Me-
clune's benehtlast night. Another night will
be selected for the beneficiary, Of which due
notice win he given.
MAGGIE MITcHELL.-T This evening Maggie
Mitchell, versatile and talented actress, will
appear in that sterling and attractive play,
dramatized from Charlotte Rronte's wonderful
novel, Jane Eyre. Miss Mitchell will be sup
ported by Mr.. L. R. sheWell. a vel known
actor. and the St. Louis stock company. With
our theater- going citizens Miss Mitchell has
ever been favorite. and We expect a large
and fashionable attendance at the Opera
House during her engagement. There will be
matinee tomorrow and a performance to-
morrow night. Miss Mitchell appearing at both.
BUrcHERs BALL.--On Monday evening, the
9th Of January, the fourth annual ball Of the
Butchers Union will come of at Cochran
Hall. The Butchers Union is composed of
the old and leading butchers of Memphis.
The ball and supper will be gotten up in good
style by the different committees.
OLYMPIC TaEATRR.-At the Olympic Theater
during the holiday season unusual attractions
will be presented nightly. Tonight and each
evening this week fifty presents will be
given away TO the public in attend
ance. The stars win appear each even
ing--Frank Jones. musical moke; Kearney
and Moran. the popular comedians. Messrs.
White. Jones, Davis and Emerson. and the
beautiful cluster. Misses Baker. Ray. Buchan-
an. etc. Go and witness the new plays and
specialtes tonight.
BRooM's OPERA HOusE.-During Christmas
times Mrs. c. II. IL. Broom. the proprietrsss.
will present great attractions. Tonight the
Leo family in their wonderful acts. Among
the specialties are Marsh Adams as Old Black
Joe, holiday scenes, Christmas gifts to all
visitors during the week. etc. New pro-
CRANES will be presented each night and new
stars win appear in rapid succession.