National Republican., 1876-11-02
AMI1sEMENTs.
Chalk Level at the Unitarian Church-w
in Chalk Leyell

il Chalk Levsli
A new sspirant, another lady lecturer,
woman who hides her personality under
nom de plume. Well, what does 1t mean, sue
cess or failures An unusually intelligent
audience at Sandy Spring, who heard "our
English Cousins" and "asked for moie." has
for "entreaet" "Our French Friends" Sandy
Spring pronounced both success, what will
Washington sayl Give her a trial, and bring
in the verdict. A woman who ventures In this
field should expect simple justice, and no mere
ganantry. If she has really something to say,
and win say It well, and in pure English, then
"pldee aSz Danes" The forum is not crowded,
If real talent claim q hearing, but the day of
small things has past. When a woman chal-
lepges judgment let her abide by It. Honor
only to whom honor is due. And so If Chalk
Level merits praise, abe should have 1t fairly
and honestly. But she must claim success as
success, not as woman.
shakspeare Rsvival-sir John FalstaH.
The historical play of Henry ~, ending with
the battle of Shrewsbury, will be produced on
next Monday night at the National theatre,
with the veteran old Shakespeare comedian,
Mr.. Benedict De Bar, as the glorious fat Jack
Falstaf, the most unctious humorist that the
mind of man ever conceived and mentally en-
bodied. All the resources Of the splendid dra-
matte company that is under engagement
will be brought into action. The dramatic
company that is now supporting John E.
Owens in Richmond, and that supporting
Maggie Mitchell In Baltimore, and the present
company this week at the opera house, will all
be combined to render the cast of Henry "
beyond comparison. Mr.. Louis L. James will
give US his beautiful rendition of Prince Hal,
and Messrs. VarDy, Pearson, Denham, Marble,
Farwen, Treyille, Stretton, Burton, Shine,
Albaugh, Mitchell, Mrs. Germon, Misses Cum
minis, Newton, Perry and others will appear.
We predict large attendance of the old citi-
Zens on this occasion.
National Theatre.
The beautiful drama of "Maud Muller' is
drawing good houses at the National, and Miss
Genevieve Rogers is making lasting impress
sion on Washington audiences. Miss Rogers
has all the advantages of youth and beauty
and the power of portraying faithfully the
deepest emotions. She so completely gains
the sympathies of her audience that at the end
OF the emotional acts the ladies cry outright
and the men look at each other, winking as
hard as they can, and trying to keep big Jumps
down from their throats. Her support is ex-
cellent. Mr.. Ober takes the character of Nate
Harpin especially well, and Mr.. Nugent as
Reuben Wayne, the judge, helps to make the
drama interesting. The play will be continued
during the week.
Ford's Opera House.
"Uncle Toms Cabin" is a play that pleases
everybody, especially when Bobby Newcomb
acts the part of Topsy, SO it is not surprising
that everybody goes to Ford's. Mr.. Bobby
Newcomb viii have a benefit tomorrow
evening, rendered him by the citizens of
Washington. No actor of his sort has ever
become more popular during his short stay as
Mr.. Bobby Newcomb has, and It can be ex-
pected that the benefit night will be the oc-
casion Of a rare performance. The play will
continue during the week, with matinee on
Saturday.
China and the Chinese"
The lovers of first-class lectures will be
glad to hear that Rev. DIR. j. P. Newman Will
deliver lecture upon "China and the
Chinese" tonight at the Ninth-strest M. P.
church, on Ninth street, between E and
northwest. The Doctor is well acquainted
with his subject, having Travelled himself
through the Oriental lands. He speaks In q
wrapt attention of his hearers A rich treat
and a rare fund of Oriental Information will
repay those who attend.
Theatre Comique.
The celebrated melo-drama, entitled "The
Maniac, viii be played in two acts at the
Theatre Comique tonight. A full corps of
vocalists and jig and song dancers are ON the
programme, which will make the evening a
pleasant one to those who attend.