Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-03-30
POPULAR ATTRACTIONS.
General Wade HamptOn's Lecture-The
Mozart aud the Theatre.

Mozart aud the Theatre.
Fow events Of the war aroused more in
tercst than tho fight Of the Dragons ut
IIeyillian station, aud no man can better
tell Its thrilling incidents and the military
movements ~ necessltateS than General
Hampton. At the head Of the famous
South Carolina legion that bore his name,
he directed tho Confederate squndrOns
and won ronown for himself and tine men
who followed INN. The movements OF the
army consequent upon this battle are of
peculiar interest from a historical stand
point, and these. together with graphic
scenes or incidents OF the fights, viii ii.l
the address, which promises TO be one Of
the most interesting entertainments Of the
season. There are many Virginia troopers
who took part IL this fight, and many citi-
ZCns recall stories or daring and heroism
told OF its participants.
Governor Hampton NOW United States
senator from South Carolina j. noted as q
speaker. His fund Of anccdote and illua-
tration ia iuexhaustible. Hio comes as the
guest of Company G Of tho First Virginia
regiment, under whose auspices he viii
deliver the address. Governor Mckinney
VIII introduce the honorable speaker. and,
with other distinguished citizons. VIII oc-
cupv seats on the stage. The Governor =
family VIII occupy one of the stage-boyc5,
aud Or. Hunter Mcclure. who is TO deliver
the next address IN the course. Will, with
his family, occupy the opposite box.
ihc stage viii be set 10 represent camp
OF cavalry and infantry troops. Brides,
saddles. camu-trapp ncs, and soldiers VIII
occupy the bach ground. The Confederate
veterans from the Soldiers Home Will have
seats provided for them, ana cavalry
trooper IN full uniform viii call rcVclIle 4
the beginning and sound " taps on good
uirht at tho close of the address.
General Hampton's great interest in Viz
GINA and IN military affairs has induced
lim 10 come 10 Richmond ct the sollclta-
ton Of Company G, whose members are
making every effort 10 secure q worthy r.
ception for the renowned South Caro-
Auian.
KITE PUTNAM,
Almost every country whore the English
language is spoken has acknowledged tho
wonderful power of Katie Putnam, who
VIII apuCar at the Mozart Academy IN the
romantic comedy-dramA Honor Bound
tomorrow NIGHT.
The Bsa0ch has before it encomiums
from the press Of New Zealand. Australia,
aud the Hawaiian Islands. which were VS.
tied by her lest year. Though Miss Put
nam can oil almost any theltreln America,
fAe seems to have n peuchant TOR the re-
mote corners of the globe.
The play Honor Bound" is from the
pen Of G. +. DaZ y ana Is of The romantic
comedy order, giving the star and com
pany every opportunity for the display OF
individual talent IN the way OF song
dances, quartettes, and mcdleys. And yet
the play, which IS q complete story, does
not in any way depend on these special
features.
The engagement is for three nights and
Wednesday matinee with change OF biu
for tuesday and Wednesday nights, when
Miss Putnam's great sensational success
"Erma the Elf" viii represented tor the
first time IN Richmond.
THE VAUDEVILLE COMPANY.
Mr.. Charles B0wser. who g shortly 10
appear with his Vaudeville and Comedy
Company at the Richmond Theatre. Is one
of the bc-t-kuown come hans III the tast.
lie has probably created more parts than
any Young actor in America, beng tire
original of Major Bang IN Hobbies Pltt1-
Gus Green in Hazel Kirke, SnagPs IN
Bunch of Keys, Thomas Bean in Held ~
the Enemy. and Martin Brown IN She. lie
il known from New York toSau Francisco,
md holds rank as one of the best and most
refined comedians in America. lie was Ia {
seen IN Richmond as lIttlcus Green III
Hazel kirke with Couidock.
TIE MAY TrsyTIyAL.
The trip of the Boston symphony Or
Chestra. which includes Richmond, COM
lltnces in New England and reaches 70 -.
Paul. covering an interval of several weeks.
Nearly all their appearances are IN con-
junction with local chOruses. as Will he the
case lu this city. Richmond Is 10 be con
rratuatod on the engagement OF his or
Plantation, which makes ITS nrsi appear
ence here under conditions which cannot
be surpassed IN magnitude III any OF the
large musical centres.