National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-02-13
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Notwithstanding the mclemcncy Of the
weather Inst night the McGibeny family drew
large house, and to judge from the hearty
applause which greeted each rendition the
audience was highly pleased with the enter
tainmcnt Tho McGibeny family is truly
wonderful, and their performances are such MS
to please all varieties of taste. There was n
change Of programme last night which cx-
hibited the many accomplishments of the
family 1t seems incredible that family
could attain such degree of perfection in the
various departments Of music MS that cx-
hibitcd by this family, even the youngest
member, littlo three-yoar-old miss, display.
ing ability that would do credit to
an adult. Her greatest effort was her
performances on the bass-drum, which In
size would make four of the fair musician
Mr.. Frank, a young gentleman about nino-
teen, probably the only One.armod cornetist
In the country, plays with marvellous grace
precision and expression. He Is ably seconded
by his sister, Miss Viola, who also added
many laurels to hor already wcll-flled wreath
by her excellent renditious on tho violin.
Besides instrumental gems, the family indi-
vidually and collectively rendered several
very fino vocal selections, which were en-
ioyod very much, especially n kindergarten
song by Mrs. McGibeny, and humorous
song by Master Hugh. "The Anvil Chorus"
from I'll Trovatorc," was also received with
demonstrations of delight, and tho family was
not allowed to proceed until they responded
to u raptnrons encore There will be ano ther
entertainment by this family tonight and
Saturday night and ON Saturday afternoon
they appear In grand matinee.
National Thcatre-"Fun on tho BRISTOL"
Persons who love genuine fun should at.
tend the performance at the National. Fun
ON the Bristol" sparkles with mirh and wit.
Only a few opportunities remain to witness
the merry play.
Ford's Opera extraordinarily Ministries.
Havorly is determined never to be outdone
in anything he undertakes, and his Mastodon
Minstres could not bo excolled, either in
quantity or quality. Tho minstrel perform
ance is probably the best over given in Wash
ington. The immense crowds that apply for
admission every night show that u first'class
performance will be appreciated.
Congregational Church.
The lecture ut this church by General Kill
patrick on Monday next, for the benefit of the
charity fund Of Lincoln Post, G. A. r., will be
replcte with interest, as the General will give
some facts relative to the Gettysburg cam
paign never yet made public. Professor
BischOf will preside at the organ, and pre-
vious to the lecture will entertain the
audience with selections appropriate to the
occasion.
Mondeissohn Quintotte Club.
Though there is q perfect swarm OF enter
tainmemts in the city just now there is niche
untitled, q craving to be satisfied only by such
hrst-class and rare organizations rs tho Men.
dclssohn Quimtetto Club of Boston, which will
delight the aesthetic tastes of the music.lov.
ing part Of our community next Monday
night at Lincoln Hail.
Theatre Comique.
Tho Wentworth Blonde Burlesque aud
Folly Company give an entertainment which
everyone should Sec There will be natl
nee to-day.
Odd-Feliows' Ball-"Uncle Toms Cabin
Mr.. George Kunkel appears nightly as Uncle
Tom supported by Il large and fine dramatic
company. The grand play is rendered in a
most acceptable manner.
Masonic Temple-Psychology and Mesmer-
ism.
Carpenters illustrated lectures on psychol-
ogy and mesmersIn are worry amusing and in
structive. In the practical illustrations some
very funny things happen.