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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1885
Page
4
Ex rebel describes grim river crossing and frontier actions amid chaotic fighting. He recalls fellow soldiers, capture of officers, and the perilous retreat as troops struggled to hold lines and regroup after a deadly surprise attack. He mentions Marshall, Colonel Taylor, and the river crossing that saved his life.
A fragmentary letter from October 13 amid chaotic notes reveals a proposal to co author a stage piece. The writer urges collaboration to attract European audiences, sketches scenes like a studio filled with artists and a wax work company, and muses on dramatic theory and practical hurdles.
A longmanuscript review discusses Miss Anderton and other American performers in New York, praising stage craft, training, and versatility. It surveys Juliet and Romeo portrayals, Mather, Nevada, and the Mikado, comparing French and American acting, with notes on dress, voice, and audience reception. It mentions Madison Square Theatre plans and the revival of classic plays, highlighting theatrical progress and star power.
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