28 August 1856

[Advertisement]

  PURDY'S NATIONAL THEATRE.—To-night, another powerful bill to be given at this House, viz.: "The Lord of the Ishs," "Pongo," "Butcher's Dog of Ghent." The Ladies must not forget that on Saturday next "Uncle Tom's Cabin," with little CORDELIA HOWARD and her parents, is to be performed, in the afternoon at 2 1/2 o'clock; and in the evening they will appear in the drama of "Ida May." This will be their only performance for some months.

30 August 1856

[Advertisement]

  PURDY'S NATIONAL THEATRE.—"Uncle Tom's Cabin" and "Ida May." What a glorious day this will be at the National. The grand testimonial to little CORDELIA HOWARD, the gentle Eva. Afternoon performance at 2 1/2 o'clock. "Uncle Tom's Cabin," as originally performed at this theatre 374 times consecutively by the family. In the evening, "Ida May," with a pantomime, and the "Lord of the Isles." On Monday Manager PURDY commences his Fall and Winter season in grand style. A large statue of WASHINGTON, which he has had carved at great expense, is to adorn the top of the theatre. A grand display of fireworks and an illumination in the evening, music playing, flags flying, and three new pieces to be performed with addition to the company.