National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-02-12
AM USEM EN1S.


Lincoln Hall-The McGibenys.
This wonderful family Of musicians are
growing into popular favor every Cay thoy
stay, aud we hear nothing but words of praise
from all quarters. All critics express the
hoartiost approval of their entertainment.
Tho appearance Of family that can boast Of
hne silver coruot band, a full orchestra aud
complete chorus Is something new in the his
tory Of amusements Never before has there
appeared concert company that could hold
the boards for week, as they purpose doing.
II the McGibenys could remain month they
would doubtless draw large audiences every
night MS they are doing now Their enter
tainment is so full of life and varied interest
TINT 1t Is not easily described, and the word
concert" Is not In keeping with the ontCr'
tainmcnt, as IL does not express what Is
really given. In the programme given last
night Little Alice and Petite Florence ap.
pearcd as black3miths IN the "Anvil Chorus"
causing much genuine amusement by their
excellent time on the anvil aud quaint drollvry.
The cOrnet solo by Master Frank. Echo from
the White Mountains" Is Que of the grandest
we ever heard, and he Is certainly master of
that instrument. Master Hugh is a perfect
character artist uud an excellent viO'inist,
aud always plcases. Mrs. McGibcny Is n very
sweet soprano SINGER, aud expresses much sen.
timcnt in song. Tonight they appear in
new programme and wo predict u crowded
house. To-day they visit the Government
Printing Office.
National Theatre-"Fun on tho Bristol"
The excellent performance of this oxtrava.
gan1a certainly rivals, If II does not surpass,
all others ola similar character that have been
witnessed in this city. The IVidow OB,ien of
MIR. John +. Sheridan Is in itself sufficient 20.
Keep an audience in a continual state OF niefri-'
mcut, und IL the most perfect assumption of'n
female character by ono Of the stronger sex
imaginable. The other members of the con-.
pany are entitled to q full share Of praise, as
all do their very best to amuse their patrons
and succeed admirably.
We desire to call the attention Of the public
to the fact that at the matinee on Saturday 1t
being Valentines day, each lady will be pre-.
sentcd with an elegant valentine, u oompi
mcut so delicate that 1t will be, no doubt fully
appreciated
FOrd's Opcra-House-Hnverly Minstrcls.
The Mastodon Miustrcs are reaping golden
harvest, reward wcll.desorvcd by the COM
peteness Of their entertainment. Each per-
former is q mine Of fun in himself and they
all form q perfectly Irresistible avalanche of
merrimcnt There is one commcndable rca-
tuio about this performances, aud that is that
not single improper alhlsiOn or double Gu.
tcndre is heard during tho whole evening Ii
is The most enjoyable minstrel entertainment
We ever saw Hence it is no wonder that
"stamdmgIoom only" land very little of that
70 VIC luulbb cNtIg hlSnt.
Odd-Fellows' Hnli-"UnoIc Toms CABIN"
Mr.. George Kunkel, who Is doscrvcly
famous for being the greatest Luclc Tom on The
stage, appeared at Odd. Fellows Hall lust even.
ing in tho great American drama, Uncle
Toms Cabin" The play was never more
aristiGally presented Mr.. Kumkcl is very
ably supported. Miss Sophie Llugdon Gilpin
appeared FOR the first time in the dual ,0I0 OF
Eliza Harris aud CdSSey. Little Fancida May
gave very pretty impersonation OF Era
Miss Blanche Davis made as lively 7Opscy as
Washington has ever seen. The dramu is en-.
bcllishcd with all the usual accompaniment.
OF tioubadunrs and minstrel singers.
Tho Everett Family.
The Everett Fnmily will give one ur their
spiritual manifestations at Fords Opera House
on Sunday evening, February IL, aud it would
be useless to attempt to explain tho mystery Of
this wonderful entertainment, aud to have IL
explained satisfactorily il will he necessary 10
visit the Opera House on tho evening named.
Theatre Conique.
The blondes hold their own at the COmiuuc,
and attract large crowds every evening. Tho
songs dances and cCceutricities of these artists
arc of the very highest order Of talent. and
fully merit the patronage bestowed upon them
and the applause with which every number Is
received.
Psychology and Mespcrisnl.
Masonic Temple was we'll filled last evening
with II critical audience to witness Professor
Carpenters exhibition of psychology aud
mesmerism. Considerable amusement was
created by the antics of several of the subjects,
| proving that the professor WAS able to do as he
| promised at tho outset. The exhibitions will
continue during the week, beginning each
evening at o'clock.