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Director of Amusements
Jack S. Langrishe, Impresario, Langrishe Theatre, Variety and Legitimate Theatre
Johnny Rogers, Impresario, Metropolitan Company, Central City Legitimate Theatre
J. Al. Sawtelle, Impresario, Sawtell Theatre, Legitimate Theatre
Nuttall and Brown, Variety Theatre Managers, Temple of Music
Billy Nuttall, Variety Theatre Manager, Temple of Amusement
S. May, Variety Theatre Manager, Gem Theatre
Albert E. Swearingen, Variety Theatre Manager, Gem Theatre
Tom Miller and Billy Nuttall, Variety Theatre Managers, Bella Union Theatre
Tom Miller and Woods, Variety Theatre Managers, Bella Union Theatre
Tom Miller, Variety Theatre Manager, Bella Union Theatre, Gayville Theatre Comique
Prof Joe H. Ollerenshaw, Orchestra and Variety Theatre Manager, Bella Union Theatre
Billy Nuttall, Variety Theatre Manager, Bella Union Theatre
Charles Vincent, Variety Theatre Manager and Impresario, Deadwood Opera House
George Vincent, Variety Theatre Manager and Impresario, Deadwood Opera House
Billy Mack, Variety Theatre Manager
Walter Iler, Variety Theatre Manager
O. A. White, Variety Theatre Manager
Johnny Jefferson, Variety Theatre Manager
Lola Parchal, Variety Theatre Manager and Peforming Artist, Aerialist
L. P. Stone, Variety Theatre Manager and Impresario, Stone's Opera House
John Nye, Variety Theatre Manager and Impresario, Nye's Opera House
J. C. Burns, Variety Theatre Manager, Park Theater
A. Y. Pearson, Variety Theatre Manager and Impresario
Charles E. Stacy, Floor Manager Sherman House and Bonanza Hall
George Redmond
Performing Deadwood Troupes
Gem Variety Troupe
Tom Miller Vaudeville Troupe
Langrishe Troupe
Lola Parchal Troupe
Nuttall Troupe
White and Somers
O. A. White Combination Variety Troupe
The Vincents Combination Troupe, Vincent and Mack
The Gilberts Troupe
Billy Kirby Troupe
Matt Morgan Troupe
Ada Gray Troupe
James A. Lord Troupe
Sawtelle Theater Troupe
Hocket Vandeville
C. R. Webster Troupe
Lewis Combination
Aesthetic Minstrels
McFadden's Theatrical Company
Barbour Dramatic Troupe
Grace Hawthorne Troupe
The Georgia Minstrels
Beane-Gilday Troupe
Nip and Tuck Company
Katie Putnam Troupe
Monte Cristo Troupe
Theatrical Agents
Mr. Spence, Matt Morgan troupe
James Wilson, Gem Theatre, Gayville
Deadwood Popular Variety Artists
Tom Miller, Banjo and Variety Artist, 1876 - 1881, 1884, 1888
Pete Reid, Renowed Tenor Singer, 1876 - 1877
Banjo Dick Brown , 1876 - 1877
Gem Theatre Brass Band, 1877 - 1887
Bella Union Brass Band, 1877
Joseph E. Gandolfo, Great Western String and Brass Band, 1877 - 1881
Professor Joe H. Ollerenshaw, violinist, band and orchestra leader, 1878 - 1884
Deadwood Brass and String Band, 1878 - 1888
Metropolitan Brass and String Band, 1879
The Seventh Cavalry Band of Ft Meade, 1879 - 1885
Lew Spencer and Charles Gilday, Negro Minstrels, Clog and Comic Dancers, 1877 - 1878
Little Pearly Duval, A Pretty Child Contortionist, 1878
Minnie and Lillie Hassan Sisters, Beautiful Little Song and Dance Artists, 1878
Jeannette and Lola Parchal, Serio-comic Song, Double Trapeze Acts, 1878
Boisset Family of Six, Acrobats and Musical Artists, Trapeze, Song, Dance with Banjo Accompaniment, 1878
Little Etolia and the Celeste Sisters, The Fairy Elf of Song and Dance, 1878
Madam Juliette Nault, First Class Musician and Vocalist, 1878
Minnie Denzer, The Songstress, 1878 - 1879
Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, Serio-comedic Vocalist, Song and Dance, 1879 - 1880
Ella LaRue, Female Banjoist and Cornet Soloist, 1877 and 1879
Oscar Willis, A Clever Ethiopian Comedian, "The funniest end man ever in the Hills", 1879 - 1880
Billy Mack, Deadwood's Favorite Comedian, 1879 - 1880, 1892 - 1893
Trixy and Vernie Vernon, Dizzy Blondes, "marvel of beauty and way up as queen of song", 1879 - 1880
Inez Sexton, Queen of Operatic and Ballad Song, "No one can sing higher, lower, softer or sweeter", 1880
M'lle Blanche, "Too much praise cannot be given her as a danseuse", 1880
Chicago, The Source for New Tallent
To perform at Temple of Music
Dec 02 1876
In regard to: May, Winnetta
In regard to: Clifton, Charles
In regard to: Clarkson, Luella
In regard to: Brown, Richard, Banjo Dick
Temple of Music Nuttall and Brown
Dec 23 1876
In regard to: Temple of Music
Castello, Dan well known circus manager
Jan 06 1877
In regard to: Castello, Daniel
Martin, J.M. makes scenery for Gem Theatre
Apr 07 1877
In regard to: Martin, James M.
Martin, J.M. and Gilbert Rose design stage scenery
Apr 10 1877
In regard to: Martin, James M.
Accomplished song and dance artist
Apr 11 1878
In regard to: Melville, Miss
Temple of Amusement, was Temple of Music
Apr 14 1877
In regard to: Temple of Amusement
In regard to: Nuttall, Billy
Theatre Comique in Gayville
Apr 18 1877
In regard to: Gayville Theatre
In regard to: Miller, Tom
Kirby, Billy to perform at Theatre Comique in Gayville
Apr 18 1877
In regard to: Kirby, Billy
Black and Wallace own Gem Theatre
Apr 25 1877
In regard to: Black and Wallace
Nuttall takes trip to Chicago
Apr 28 1877
In regard to: Nuttall, William
Devlin, Dick, Irish character sings, dances
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Devlin, Dick
Bean, Fannie actress, singer, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Bean, Fannie
Gilday and Giniven, acrobatic and music acts, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Kirby, Billy troupe to perform in Central City
Jun 28 1877
In regard to: Kirby, Billy
Union Park played music all day, delighted multitude
Jul 09 1877
In regard to: Union Park Brewery
In regard to: South Deadwood, Fred Heime
Leimer, C.F. and H.C. Clark bring circus to Deadwood
Jul 11 1877
In regard to: Leimer, C.F.
Deadwood, Circus comes to town
Jul 11 1877
In regard to: Deadwood
Miller, Tom opens new theatre in Central
Jul 13 1877
In regard to: Central Theatre
Miller, Tom Central theatre acrobat walk ceiling
Jul 14 1877
In regard to: Central Theatre
Gem Theatre has new talent
Jul 24 1877
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Langrishe troupe first performance a success
Jul 29 1876
In regard to: Langrishe Theatre
Morgan, Matt troupe to perform at Bella Union
Aug 08 1877
In regard to: Morgan, Matt
Spence, Mr. agent for Matt Morgan troupe
Aug 09 1877
In regard to: Spence, Mr.
Troupe of "living statuary" asks judge for help
Aug 13 1877
In regard to: Morgan, Matt
Owners closing out, it doesn't pay to run circus
Aug 13 1877
In regard to: Big Tent
Bonanza is soon to be re-opened as variety theatre
Sep 06 1877
In regard to: Bonanza
Stacey, C.E. to open variety show
Sep 12 1877
In regard to: Stacy, Charles E.
Stacey, Charles and Jo Gandolpho leased the Bonanza
Sep 14 1877
In regard to: Stacy, Charles E.
Bullock, Seth bids farewell to Tom Miller, benefit
Oct 20 1877
In regard to: Bullock, Seth
String band provided music at Fireman's Ball
Dec 16 1877
In regard to: Gandolph,
Star Social at Grand Central, Gandolph's music
Jan 03 1878
In regard to: Star Social Club
In regard to: Lead City
In regard to: Central City
Purchased lot in Lead for building of theatre
Jan 08 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Will build theatre on Mill St., Lead
Jan 12 1878
In regard to: Reagan, Daniel
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Music
Jan 16 1878
In regard to: IXL Hotel
In regard to: Hazen, Benjamin M.
In Deadwood, Bella Union actor
Feb 08 1878
In regard to: Jeanette
In regard to: Parchal, Lola
In regard to: Duval, Pearly
Manager Nuttall has secured an excellent show
Feb 09 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
In regard to: Nuttall, Billy
Hamtown Students in jubilee and plantation melodies
Feb 19 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
"I'm So Glad" received uproarous laughter by all
Feb 23 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Tom Miller is now business manager at Bella Union
Mar 20 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Plans to keep Bella Union, looking for more acts
Apr 10 1878
In regard to: Nuttall, William
New manager of Bella Union in Hat Creek
Apr 26 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe H
New manager telegraphs him from Hat Creek
Apr 26 1878
In regard to: Nuttall, William
New acts coming in from Cheyenne
Apr 29 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
Getting big tent in shape for grand opening
May 01 1878
In regard to: Kimball Brothers
In regard to: Lead
Talent to appear in big tent of Kimball Brothers
May 01 1878
In regard to: MonteVerde, Lurlin
In regard to: Holman, Eugene
In regard to: Kimball Brothers
Rhodes, Mr. Bella Union scenic artist
May 03 1877
In regard to: Rhodes,
Lee, Miss Frankie, song and dance artist, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Lee, Frankie
Gilday and Giniven, acrobatic and music acts, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Band competed in delivering good music to crowds
Jul 06 1877
In regard to: Gem Theatre
In regard to: Bella Union
Nuttall and Miller played music at 4th of July party
Jul 07 1877
In regard to: Nuttall, William
Democratic Convention at Bella Union, music played
Oct 16 1877
In regard to: Democratic Party
Have opened a hurdy-gurdy in a large tent in Lead
May 07 1878
In regard to: Kimball Brothers
In regard to: Lead
Manager of Bella Union to reopen next Saturday
May 08 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe H
New Manager, Mr. Ollerenshaw brings acts from East
May 11 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
All new programme tonight at Bella Union
May 14 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Manager consents to family matinee, Wednesday 2:00
May 21 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe
In regard to: Bella Union
Manager to give another matinee for ladies
May 27 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe
In regard to: Bella Union
Manager and lessee of the Bella Union
Jun 01 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, J.
Sisters Hospital, Charity Ball, Central City
Jun 01 1878
In regard to: Silver, Oscar
In regard to: Music
Always up in whatever part they play
Jun 12 1878
In regard to: Langrishe Troupe
The celebrated fancy and character dancer
Jun 28 1878
In regard to: Pencho, Delino
Song and dance artists are en route from Chicago
Jun 28 1878
In regard to: Reed, Jennie
In regard to: Laurence, Ida
Orchestra furnished music for dance on fourth
Jul 06 1878
In regard to: Kimball Brothers
In regard to: Lead
Press Agent for the Dan Rice circus
Jul 11 1878
In regard to: Davis, De Forest
Great circus will visit in person early in August
Jul 11 1878
In regard to: Rice, Dan
The first circus in the Hills
Jul 12 1878
In regard to: Rice, Dan
Dan Rice Great Circus will be in Deadwood, in August
Jul 12 1878
In regard to: Dan Rice Great Circus
Manager of Bella Union in Chicago for new acts
Jul 12 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe
Going to Chicago for performers for her new theatre
Jul 13 1878
In regard to: Lola
Chances of circus seem to be dwindling in Hills
Aug 01 1878
In regard to: Rice, Dan
Strictly a first class variety theatre, ad
Aug 01 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, J.
In regard to: Bertha, Mdlle
In regard to: Lawrence, Amy
In regard to: Reed, Emily
Manager performing with his company at Bear Butte
Aug 02 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe
Lola's troupe receives great reception
Aug 09 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
In regard to: Parchal, Lola
Has given up his Black Hills Circus tour
Aug 13 1878
In regard to: Rice, Dan
Grand opening this evening with Lola's troupe
Aug 20 1878
In regard to: Arcade Theatre
Nuttall sent troupes to Gen. Bradley's camp
Aug 27 1878
In regard to: Camp Devin
In regard to: Nuttalll, Billy of Bella Union Theatre
In regard to: Bradley, Luther P.
Lola with her excellent troupe goes to Camp Devan
Sep 16 1878
In regard to: Parchal, Lola
To provide music for Grand Charity Ball
Sep 16 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, J.
Madame Lola's troupe headed for Camp Devin
Sep 18 1878
In regard to: Nuttall, William
In regard to: Parchal, Lola
Sign on Main street is one of the attractions
Sep 19 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Variety troupe from Deadwood to perform in Rockville
Sep 23 1878
In regard to: Ilers Place
Billy Nuttall moving his theatre to camp
Sep 23 1878
In regard to: Bear Butte
Wood's building adjoining Gem Theatre, Dan Doherty
Oct 01 1878
In regard to: Wood, B.F.
In regard to: Doherty, Dan Dance Hall Bella Union
Lola's Troupe will not appear for Tom Miller
Oct 09 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
Variety specialty troupe meeting with full houses
Oct 17 1878
In regard to: White and Somers
Discoursing sweet music in various parts of town
Nov 08 1878
In regard to: Deadwood Band
Combination variety troupe makes first appearance
Nov 12 1878
In regard to: White, O.A.
In regard to: Lead Opera House
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Charming vocalist with White's variety troupe
Nov 15 1878
In regard to: Denzer, Minnie
To cater Printers Ball and provide music
Nov 15 1878
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
White troupe to perform 3 days a week
Nov 16 1878
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Harmonica Club will give first entertainment
Nov 24 1878
In regard to: Silver, Oscar
Will furnish the music for Wells dancing school
Dec 01 1878
In regard to: Uppwalls Band
Went to Chicago for troupe, not heard from
Dec 13 1878
In regard to: White, O.A.
Band provided music for festival at Welch House
Dec 13 1878
In regard to: Gandolph, Joe
Part of White's troupe of entertainers, Actress
Dec 16 1878
In regard to: Blake, Georgie
Gem Theatre will be opened for a season
with White's Variety Combination troupe
Dec 17 1878
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Part of White's troupe of entertainers
Dec 16 1878
In regard to: Tempelton, Marie, Balladist
In regard to: Stone, Lillie
In regard to: St Clair, Kitty
In regard to: Robinson, Edith, Song-Dance
In regard to: Reed, Jennie
In regard to: Mickleson, Antee
In regard to: Fisher, Lidia
In regard to: Blake, Georgie, Actress
Will be opened for a season with White's troupe
Dec 17 1878
In regard to: Gem Theatre
At Gem Theatre tonight with new troupe
Dec 18 1878, p.1 , col.4
In regard to: Miller, Tom
In regard to: Redmond, George
In regard to: Newman, John
In regard to: Hanson, Lillie
In regard to: Detzer, Minnie
Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem
Dec 23 1878
Gem Theatre
Performances of troupe improving under manager
Dec 24 1878
In regard to: Blake, Georgia
In regard to: Carter, Teressa
In regard to: Clinton, Miss
In regard to: Denzer, Minnie
In regard to: Robinson, Edith
In regard to: Star, Lillie, Miss
In regard to: Templeton, Marie
In regard to: Thomp, Lydia, Miss
Orchestra to provide music for Masonic Ball
Dec 25 1878
In regard to: Gandolph, Joe
Will not send east for any more new girls
Dec 28 1878
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Will not bring another troupe to the Hills
Jan 02 1879
In regard to: White, O. A.
Troupe to give entertainment at Rochford
Jan 21 1879
In regard to: Langrishe, Jack
Full band furnished the music for the masquerade
Jan 23 1879
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
Vaudeville troupe showed here to a good house
Feb 08 1879
In regard to: Miller, Tom
Manager of the Metropolitan fixing up the Opera House
Feb 12 1879
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
Will furnish the music for the Miners Union Ball
Feb 21 1879
In regard to: Silver, Oscar
In regard to: Schiller, J.A.
In regard to: Lead
Manager of Metropolitan engaging actress for play
Feb 24 1879
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
Actor at Metropolitan is son of Chicago politician
May 01 1879
In regard to: Metropolitan
In regard to: O'Hara, J.D.
Swearingen and Miller working on a variety troupe
May 17 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Miller, Tom
The popular agent of the troupe cast as "Washee"
Jun 07 1879
In regard to: Rogers, Johnny
Variety troupe left Chicago yesterday
Jun 15 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
Orchestra has been engaged to present music
Jun 15 1879
In regard to: Mortons Club House
In regard to: Gambling Establishment
Rice's circus may perform here on July 4th
Jun 17 1879
In regard to: Fourth Of July
Selected as stage manager at the Gem Theatre
Jun 24 1879
In regard to: Willis, Oscar
First trapeze artist in Black Hills, to ascend in balloon
Jun 26 1879
In regard to: Truches, Frederick
Artist at Gem to paint Kitty Le Roy on stage side
Jun 27 1879
In regard to: Wilson, Calvin
Introduced the variety of artists from Chicago
Jun 27 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
Taken to going out and bringing a circus back
Jun 29 1879
In regard to: Castello, Dan
No organized circus coming, everyone to be a clown
Jul 01 1879
In regard to: Fourth Of July
Artist of the first-class as well as a Christian
Jul 06 1879
In regard to: Livingstone, Ida
No doubt the finest sketch artist on American stage
Jul 15 1879
In regard to: Vincent, Georgie
Troupe at Fort Meade for remainder of the week
Jul 16 1879
In regard to: Langrishe Theatre
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Proved himself an artist of great merit
Jul 16 1879
In regard to: Vincent, Charles
Boisset family of 6, acrobats, musical artists
Jul 18 1878
In regard to: Boissett Family
After appearing in Lead and Central to be at Deadwood
Jul 02 1879
In regard to: Gem Variety Troupe
Only actor who dresses according to his profession
Jul 20 1879
In regard to: Whitecar, W.A.
Col is too stiff for a circus actor
Jul 20 1879
In regard to: Parker, William H.
Singing is superior to that of any artist
Jul 22 1879
In regard to: Valentine, Edith
In regard to: Morrell, Georgia
The Company has fourteen excellent artists
Aug 05 1879
In regard to: Metropolitan
To hold a benefit at Opera House in Lead, Saturday
Aug 06 1879
In regard to: Livingstone, Ida
In regard to: Lead Opera House
The famous Chicago comedian arrived, at Overland
Aug 16 1879
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
All who saw him in Chicago want to see him again
Aug 19 1879
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
To introduce to our citizens an amateur troupe
Aug 22 1879
In regard to: Chambers, Augusta
A full troupe of Can Can artists have been engaged
Sep 16 1879
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Opened last night in mammoth tent with music and fun
Sep 30 1879
In regard to: Miller, Tom
Manager to be congratulated on selection of actors
Aug 01 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
A full troupe of Can Can artists have been engaged
Sep 16 1879
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Leaving for New York to join a theatrical troupe
Oct 05 1879
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
Big tent alive with people, music kept crowd happy
Oct 05 1879
In regard to: Miller, Tom
Will furnish the best of music at grand ball
Nov 02 1879
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
Intends to open out on 15th with variety troupe
Nov 04 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
With the Ada Gray troupe, doing very well
Nov 05 1879
In regard to: Whittle, Emma
In regard to: Clark, J.P.
Beautiful little song and dance artist
Nov 15 1878
In regard to: Hassan, Lulu, Miss
Vincent Combination Troupe arrived on Thanksgiving
Nov 29 1879
In regard to: Vincent, George
In regard to: Vincent, Charles
In regard to: Valentine, Edith
In regard to: Phelan, A.
In regard to: Morcrif,
In regard to: Mack, Billy
In regard to: Leonard, W.W.
In regard to: Heckler, Louis
In regard to: Davenport, W.H.
Perkins accepted position of stage manager
Nov 29 1879
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Played before large audience at Opera House, Lead
Dec 04 1879
In regard to: Vincent Troupe
In regard to: Lead Opera House
To perform at opening of Deadwood Opera House
Dec 12 1879
In regard to: Vincents, The
Business manager at the new Deadwood Opera House
Dec 13 1879
In regard to: Vincent, Charles
Stage manager at the new Deadwood Opera House
Dec 13 1879
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
New eastern artist to join the Vincent Troupe
Dec 25 1879
In regard to: Waters,
In regard to: Foley,
Wagon carrying them to Lead overturned spilling all
Dec 24 1879
In regard to: Vincent Troupe
Will discourse the sweetest music on Christmas Day
Dec 24 1879
In regard to: Ollerenshaw,
New eastern artist to join the Vincent Troupe
Dec 25 1879
In regard to: Waters,
In regard to: Foley,
Will open Friday with 18 stars from the east
Dec 28 1879
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today
Dec 28 1879
In regard to: Blanche, M'lle
In regard to: Graham, May
In regard to: Howe, Den
In regard to: Howe, Ella
In regard to: Jefferson, Tommy
In regard to: Sexton, Inez
In regard to: Willis, Minnie
In regard to: Warren, Minnie
In regard to: Vernon, Vina
In regard to: Vernon, Tiney
In regard to: Willis, Oscar
Sidney coach arrived with Manager Swearingen's new troupe
Dec 30 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Al
Collected artists from N.Y., Cincinnati and Chicago
Dec 30 1879
In regard to: Willis, Oscar
In regard to: Howe, Den
"Most vulgar-free performance ever seen in Deadwood" Vincent and Mack
Stage Manager of the Deadwood Opera House, ad
Jan 01 1880
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
Proprietor of the Deadwood Opera House, ad
Jan 01 1880
In regard to: Stone, L.P.
Stage Manager of the Deadwood Opera House, ad
Jan 01 1880
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
Champion Double Clog at the Deadwood Opera House
Jan 01 1880
In regard to: Waters and Foley
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House
To be the stage manager at the Opera House
Jan 13 1880
In regard to: Martin, James
Has sold the Stone Opera House to Vincent and Mack
Jan 14 1880
In regard to: Stone, L. P., Stone's Opera House
In regard to: Mack, Billy
In regard to: Vincent, Charles
Lessee and Manager of the Deadwood Opera House, ad
Jan 01 1880
In regard to: Vincent, Charles A
Have secured hall over Cooley and Doughertys Saloon
Jan 15 1880
In regard to: Vincent and Mack
Has added music to his meals at the Oyster Bay
Feb 06 1880
In regard to: Ruggles, C.W.N.
Band provided music for Knights of Pythias party
Feb 20 1880
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
Band provided music for hose company's dance
Feb 26 1880
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
Band to provide music for masquerade skating party
Mar 02 1880
In regard to: Upwalls Band
Took troupe to Gunnison, to build another theatre
Apr 17 1880
In regard to: Nuttall, Billy of Bella Union
New Gem Troupe took a tumble when coach turned quickly
Apr 22 1880
In regard to: Gem Troupe
Music in the air
May 07 1880
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Going to Pittsburg for variety troupe for new show
May 09 1880
In regard to: Willis, Oscar
Lead City morals upset, troupe won't perform again
May 15 1880
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Will furnish music for ball at Terraville
May 25 1880
In regard to: Gandolfo's Band
Discoursed enlivening music from the balcony
May 28 1880
In regard to: Gandolfo's Band
Circus opened in Leadville to audience of 4,000
Jun 16 1880
In regard to: Castello, Dan
In regard to: Leadville, CO
Prince of magicians and fire king, at Wertheimer Hall
Jul 02 1880
In regard to: Wertheimers Hall
In regard to: Mazarto, Martel
Jefferson bringing variety troupe from Philadelphia
Sep 01 1880
In regard to: Jefferson, Johnny
In regard to: Gem Theatre
New troupe left Cincinnati yesterday morning. Will be here to open Gem on the 15th
Sep 03 1880
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Band to furnish music at DeSmet Band grand ball
Sep 10 1880
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
String Band to provide music for Northcoat's ball
Sep 12 1880
In regard to: Lead City
Spoken of in highest terms of praise, vocal artist
Sep 17 1880
In regard to: McIntyre, Mary
String band provided music for Homestake Ball
Oct 02 1880
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe
Circus asks for Indians to exhibit in Australia
Oct 07 1880
In regard to: Simmons, Jack
Nye's Hall to be used as theatre during winter
Oct 10 1880
In regard to: Nye, John A.
Secure seats for opening night or for full season
Nov 13 1880
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Few people know magnitude and convenience of theatre
Nov 16 1880
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Well known all over west as successful manager
Nov 16 1880
In regard to: Lord, James A.
In regard to: Troupe engaged at Metropolitan Theatre
Deadwood, Wed and Sat, Central, Tues and Fri, Lead, Thurs
Nov 16 1880
In regard to: Lord Troupe
Rendered play "Our Boys" at Miners Hall in Lead
Nov 20 1880
In regard to: Lord Troupe
Second appearance this evening in "Miss Multon"
Nov 20 1880
In regard to: Lord Troupe
Splendid cast shows him to be a good manager
Nov 21 1880
In regard to: Lord, James A.
Second appearance of Lords Co. met with full house
Nov 21 1880
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Of Lord Troupe, made Times office a pleasant call
Nov 24 1880
In regard to: Lord, James A.
In regard to: Webster, C.B.
Picolo Band to furnish music for Prof Hauseler bal
Nov 27 1880
In regard to: Lead City
Troupe playing a few nights in Rapid City
Dec 08 1880
In regard to: McGuire, John
Theatrical manager has decided to locate here
Dec 11 1880
In regard to: Sawtelle, J.
Entertainment to be given at Nye's Opera House
Dec 14 1880
In regard to: Maguire, John
Mrs. K. Gardner has opened dining rooms in Nye's
Jan 01 1881
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Spelling Bee to be held at opera house
Jan 06 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Is ready to furnish music for parties
Jan 14 1881
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe E
St.John benefit will show waxworks at Nye's
Jan 20 1881
In regard to: Jarley, Mrs.
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Gandolfo furnished music for Social Club ball
Jan 20 1881
In regard to: Lead
St. Johns gives entertainment at Nye's
Jan 30 1881
In regard to: Episcopal Church
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Will furnish 1st class music for balls, ad
Feb 01 1881
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe E
Lady Audley's Secret and Sarah's Young Man at Nye's
Feb 09 1881
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
To perform with Sawtelle's troupe
Feb 08 1881
In regard to: Gaffy, Fanny B.
In regard to: Edwards, Annie P.
Engagement over, performers give benefit at Nye's
Feb 08 1881
In regard to: Sawtelle Theater
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Mrs. Jarleys wax "figgers" perfect at Nye's
Feb 02 1881
In regard to: Wax Works
Troupe has no interest in performances at Nyes
Feb 09 1881
In regard to: Sawtelle Theater
Provided music for firemen's fair
Feb 13 1881
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E.
Opera troupe engaged Central city hall
Mar 09 1881
In regard to: Hocket Vandeville
To furnish music for Hose co. grand ball
Mar 09 1881
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E.
Band to provide music for Central masquerade ball
Mar 12 1881
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E.
To furnish music for St. Johns social Easter Week
Apr 13 1881
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E.
Has opened restaurant under Nye's Opera House
Apr 27 1881
In regard to: Robinson, R.W.
Prof.'s string band furnished music for I.O.O.F.
Apr 28 1881
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E.
Husband wishes to bring theatrical troupe to Deadwood
May 01 1881
In regard to: Gilbert, Belle
Actor wants to perform in Deadwood with wife Belle Gilbert
May 01 1881
In regard to: Gilbert, Jim
Lyceum entertainment will be an oasis
May 12 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Leaves for the east to obtain entire new troupe
May 12 1881
In regard to: Webster, C.R.
Reserve seats at Hamilton and Rockfellow's
May 14 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"The Last Loaf" to be given at Nye's Opera House
May 14 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
New theatrical company named for 1st-class actress
May 29 1881
In regard to: Leland, Emma, Miss
Part of the new theatrical company of C. R. Webster
May 31 1881
In regard to:
In regard to: Truches, Fred
In regard to: Rogers, Sadie, Mrs
In regard to: Rich, Harry
In regard to: Randolph, Jessie L
In regard to: McCabe, T.F.
In regard to: Leland, Emma, Miss
In regard to: Fargo, I.L.
In regard to: Beers, I.N.
In regard to: Baker, Ella, Miss
New combination to give opening performance
Jun 01 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Dickens' "Cricket on the Hearth" to be given
Jun 04 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
New theatrical company meeting with deserved success
Jun 05 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Services to be held at Nyes Opera House
Jun 05 1881
In regard to: Methodist Church
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Theatrical troupe to perform at Spearfish
Jun 13 1881
In regard to: Webster, C.R.
Elegant comedy company is delighting our citizens
Jun 13 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Is worthy of all patronage
Jun 14 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Hazel Kirke" to be performed in Lead by new company
Jun 15 1881
In regard to: C. R. Webster Company
"Theatrical company will not repeat any play
Jun 15 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Audience well pleased by performance of Matrimony
Jun 16 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Child Stealer" 1 of the best performances given
Jun 20 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Our Girls" to be presented for the 1st time
Jun 21 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Uncle Tom's Cabin" to be produced by Webster Co.
Jun 24 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Hazel Kirke" to be performed for 2nd time
Jun 30 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Theatrical co to give grand July 4 matinee
Jul 02 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
July 4 matinee was total failure
Jul 05 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Hidden Hand" plantation scene to have songs, dance
Jul 06 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Romantic drama "Rosedale" to be presented
Jul 09 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Irish drama "Pike O'Callighan" to be performed
Jul 12 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Nan the Goodfornothing to follow Pike O'Callaghan
Jul 13 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Only 1 week left of the dramatic season
Jul 15 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Actor hands" are in Spearfish to give performance
Jul 18 1881
In regard to: Nye,
"Pilgrims and Strangers" to be benefit performance
Jul 22 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Company will produce "Colleen Bawn"
Jul 26 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Acting troupe made $250 in Lead
Jul 27 1881
In regard to: Lewis Combination
"Night of Enchantment" was far superior to others
Jul 29 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
There will only be standing room for Lewis' troupe
Jul 30 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
In New York to get new troupe
Aug 01 1881
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
To lecture "Our Young Folks" at Nyes Opera House
Aug 05 1881
In regard to: Cleveland, Clara E
Leased rear of Nyes Opera House to be restaurant
Aug 06 1881
In regard to: Mahan, John
New restaurant in rear of Nyes Opera House
Aug 06 1881
In regard to: Palace, The
Came in with troupe to start up at Gem theater
Aug 31 1881
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
To direct parlor minstrel entertainment
Aug 31 1881
In regard to: Webster, C.R.
Band played beautiful music in memory of president
Sep 21 1881
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe E
To attend anniversary of big fire at Nyes
Sep 26 1881
In regarad to: Nye's Opera House
Meeting to be held to discuss railroad project
Nov 25 1881
In regarad to: Nyes Opera House
St Johns Guild to meet at Nye's for sociable
Nov 26 1881
In regarad to: Nye's Opera House
To perform in children's program at Nye's
Dec 06 1881
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Best orchestra in Hills engaged for Aesthetics
Dec 14 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Aesthetic Minstrels will perform here
Dec 19 1881
In regard to: Lead
In regard to: Central City
In regard to: Aesthetic Minstrels,
In regard to: Blackface Minstrelsy, Jim Crow Minstrelsy
Aethetic 2nd performance to be different than 1st
Dec 31 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Central hall was jammed for aesthetic performance
Jan 04 1882
In regard to: Aesthetic Minstrels,
In regard to: Blackface Minstrelsy, Jim Crow Minstrelsy
Will return with 1st class dramatic troupe
Jan 06 1882
In regard to: Nye, John
Sunday school cantatas for benefit of library fund
Feb 21 1882
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Five Fairies" to be held here
Feb 24 1882
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Esmeralda" to be produced by St Johns Guild
Apr 04 1882
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Only a few seats left for "Esmeralda"
Apr 12 1882
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Floor begins to give way during "Esmeralda" show
Apr 13 1882
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Esmeralda" troupe to have benefit for actress
Apr 25 1882
In regard to: Gaffey, L.E., Mrs.
Esmeralda troupe of Central to give testimonial
Apr 29 1882
In regard to: Esmeralda troupe
Several artists severe connections with theatre
Jul 11 1882
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Swearengen left Sidney with new troupe for Gem. Telegraphed departure from Sidney.
Sep 16 1882
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Manager of Tennessee Jubilee Singers arrives on 10
Oct 08 1882
In regard to: Root,
Grand three tent and center-pole circus at Central City
Oct 19 1882
In regard to: Central City
Gift enterprise plan, beat suckers out of every $1
Oct 26 1882
In regard to: Selbies Circus
Daugherty and Miller opening saloon and music hall
Oct 29 1882
In regard to: Theatre Comique
In regard to: Miller, Tom
In regard to: Daugherty, Dan
Man well know in Hills, veteran circus man
Dec 21 1882
In regard to: Castello, Dan
Troupe booked to perform at Rapid City
Mar 02 1883
In regard to: Vincent, Charlie
Music rendered as good as any ever re-echoed in gu
Jul 06 1883
In regard to: Deadwood Brass Band
Park Theatre, formerly known as Stone??s Opera House, is run by Mr. Burns with Mr. Butler as stage manager and Professor Upwald as musical director.
In regard to: Stone??s Opera House.
In regard to: Burns, John.
In regard to: Butler, Harry.
In regard to: Upwald.
In regard to: Park Theatre.
January 19, 1884
Only first-class place of amusement. Proprietor, J.C. Burns; director of amusements, Harry Butler; musical director, Professor Upwald; leader of brass band, J.A. Upwald. Admission: 25 cents. Private boxes: 50 cents.
In regard to: Burns, J.C.
In regard to: Butler, Harry.
In regard to: Upwald.
In regard to: Upwald, J.A.
In regard to: Park Theater.
February 1, 1884
Park Theatre was crowded to see the new program for the week.
In regard to: Park Theatre.
February 10, 1884
Harry Butler, stage manager and comedian of the Park Theatre, closed his engagement last evening.
In regard to: Butler, Harry.
In regard to: Park Theatre.
February 16, 1884
Park Theater. Formerly Stone??s Opera House. Lower Main Street, Deadwood. J.C. Burns, sole proprietor. Harry Butler, director of amusements. Professor Upwald, musical director. J.A. Upwald, leader of brass band. The only first-class place of amusement in the city. Crowded houses nightly. Everything new and spicy. Admission 25 cents. Private boxes 50 cents. Advertisement.
In regard to: Burns, J.C.
In regard to: Butler, Harry.
In regard to: Upwald.
In regard to: Upwald, J.A.
In regard to: Park Theater.
March 1, 1884
Bound for Coeur d'Alene. J.S. Burns will soon start for the above named country, and will give a farewell benefit, grand masquerade ball for the "girls and the gang" on Saturday evening, March 9th. Don??t fail to give him a good send off. Advertisement.
In regard to: Burns, J.S.
March 5, 1884
J.S. Burns will give a grand masquerade ball at the Park theater. A nice present will be given to the most graceful gentleman and lady waltzers present. The girls and the gang are all invited to be present.
In regard to: Burns, J.S.
In regard to: Park Theater.
April 19, 1884
Langrishe and troupe in Coeur d'Alene.
June 6, 1885
Jack Langrishe and theatrical troupe are in the Coeur d'Alene.
In regard to: Langrishe, Jack.
Circus draws large audience.
May 19, 1886
The Great Eastern Circus drew large audiences at both performances, yesterday. Today the company opens at Lead for two days, thence to Fort Meade.
In regard to: Circus.
Advance agent arrives.
Oct. 1, 1886
Frank M. Daly, advance agent for McFadden's Boston Double Uncle Tom's Cabin company, arrived at the Wentworth last evening.
In regard to: Daly, Frank M.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
McFadden's Uncle Tom.
Oct. 1, 1886
Called the strongest theatrical combination known to the Hills -- to open Oct. 6 at the Opera house presenting Uncle Tom's Cabin
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
In regard to: Putnam, Libbie.
In regard to: Putnam, Marchie.
In regard to: Partington, Sallie.
In regard to: Cresmond, Sam.
Famous dog Tiger.
Oct. 5, 1886
Among the six trained blood hounds with the Boston Double Uncle Tom's Cabin, will appear the famous dog Tiger.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
Amusements.
Oct. 7, 1886
Uncle Tom's Cabin so well performed, it practically becomes a new play; Mikado bazaar.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
In regard to: Cresmond, Sam.
In regard to: Partington, Sallie.
In regard to: Sylvester, Miss.
In regard to: Putnam, Marchie.
In regard to: Putnam, Libbie.
In regard to: Wither,
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House
Uncle Tom troupe arrives.
Oct. 8, 1886
The Uncle Tom troupe, seventeen people, two donkeys and five blood hounds, arrived by special coaches yesterday morning. The company is quartered at the Wentworth.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
Regular fall season at Opera House.
Oct. 8, 1886
The regular fall season at the Deadwood Opera House opened last evening with McFadden's Uncle Tom's Cabin company.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company
Matinee and farewell performance.
Oct. 9, 1886
Matinee and farewell performance of Uncle Tom's Cabin.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
Pearson to meet dramatic troupe.
July 1, 1886
Manager Pearson goes to Rapid today to meet the Barbour dramatic troupe, which begins a tour of the Hills at that place today.
In regard to: Pearson, A. Y.
In regard to: Barbour dramatic troupe.
Hawthorne troupe at the Wentworth.
July 6, 1886
The Grace Hawthorne troupe is at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
Amusement the minstrels.
July 28, 1886
The Georgia Minstrels opened at Rapid Monday evening to packed hall.
In regard to: Georgia Minstrels.
In regard to: Barbour Dramtic Troupe.
Barbour farewell; Georgia Minstrels.
July 31, 1886
Edwin Barbour Comedy Company close engagement with two performance today; Chadron recommend Georgia Minstrel show to friends in the Hills.
In regard to: Barbour Dramatic Troupe.
In regard to: Georgia Minstels.
Pearson books attractions.
Jan. 29, 1887
Manager Pearson has book a number of first-class attractions: Katie Putnam conbination, Fanny Beane-Gilday troupe, Harry Webber's "Nip and Tuck" company, and Pauline Markham.
In regard to: Pearson, A. Y.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Beane-Gilday troupe.
In regard to: Webber, Harry.
In regard to: Nip and Tuck company.
In regard to: Markham, Pauline.
Pearson meeting Putnam troupe.
Feb. 22, 1887
Manager Pearson is at the end of the track to receive the Katie Putname troupe soon to appear in this city.
In regard to: Katie Putnam Troupe
Advance agent arrives.
Feb. 26, 1887
J.H. Ferris, advance agent for Katie Putnam combination, arrived last evening.
In regard to: Ferris, J. H.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
Manager Pearson leaves for Rapid.
Feb. 27, 1887
Manager Pearson leaves this morning for Rapid, where Katie Putnam opens a week's engagement tomorrow evening.
In regard to: Pearson, A. Y.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
A week of genuine comedy.
March 1, 1887
One week, commencing Monday, Mar. 7, Katie Putnam, supported by her excellent comedy company.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Katie Putnam Troupe.
In regard to: Pearson, A. U.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Whitely, John.
Putnam and company at the Wentworth.
March 8, 1887
Katie Putnam and her excellent company, 13 altogether, are nicely located at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
Shoot the hat.
March 9, 1887
Universal opinion of male portion of audience at Katie Putnam troupe performance is that three-story-in-height hats be shot.
In regard to: Lynn, Bill.
In regard to: Knight, Andrew J.
In regard to: Patton, John D.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
Best and most artistic performance.
March 11, 1887
We regret that the crowded condition of our columns prevents an extended review of what was the very best and most artistic performance of the Katie Putnam company.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
Putnam's final performance.
March 12, 1887
With this evening's performance Katie Putnam and her talented company close the most brilliant, successful and in every way satisfactory season known to theatre goers of the Hills.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
In regard to: Emery, H. G.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Devlin, James D.
In regard to: Glassford, A.
In regard to: Barlow, Frank.
In regard to: Hicks, L. P.
In regard to: Burroughs, C. R.
In regard to: Nelson, George.
In regard to: Mathias, Fanny.
In regard to: Putnam, Mary.
In regard to: Gaffney, Belle.
Putnam season closes.
March 13, 1887
Katie Putnam closes season at Deadwood, and will begin Lead entertainment.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Whitely, John.
In regard to: Ferris, J. H.
In regard to: Devlin, J. D.
Robinson organizing show troupe.
March 18, 1887
Jack Robinson so infatuated with show business he has organized a first-class troupe in this city. Times reporter invited to look in and was amused.
In regard to: Robinson, Jack.
In regard to: Weedon, Charles.
In regard to: Rosenkranz, Henry.
Farewell engagement at Opera House.
March 27, 1887
Tomorrow evening Miss Putnam begins a farewell engagement at the Opera House, Deadwood.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
Small audience attends final performance.
March 29, 1887
A small audience witnessed at the Opera House Katie Putnam's performance of Fanchon.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
Entertainment pronounced superior.
May 12, 1888
We unhesitatingly pronounce Monte Cristo production superior to all previous.
In regard to: Monte Cristo Troupe.
In regard to: Lewis,
In regard to: Julian, Fred.
In regard to: Bridgeland, T. B.
In regard to: Nannary, P. A.
In regard to: Randolph, Alex.
In regard to: Taylor, james.
In regard to: White, E. H.
In regard to: Barton, J. W.
In regard to: Elwood, Grace.
In regard to: Newton, Ada.
Grace Hawthorne Troupe
Blum at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Blum, Paul C.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 4, 1886
Grace Hawthorne to appear in Deadwood.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Dennison, Louise.
In regard to: Willis, Bertie.
In regard to: Lapelle, Marie.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Boardman, T. A.
In regard to: Sawyer, Ford.
In regard to: Whiting, Harry.
In regard to: Pearson, A. Y.
In regard to: Kiemer Hall.
June 5, 1886
Firman-Jack colonel found lacking.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Blum, Paul.
In regard to: Firman Jack Company.
June 5, 1886
Blum reports on dramatic company.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Blum, Paul.
June 9, 1886
Hawthorne at the Opera House.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 11, 1886
Talented company at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 15, 1886
Five hundred attend show.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Willis, Bertie.
In regard to: Boardman, T. A.
June 16, 1886
A dramatic treat.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 17, 1886
Amusements at the Opera House.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Willis, Bertie.
In regard to: Swayer, Fred.
June 18, 1886
Amusements Oliver Twist.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 19, 1886
Firmin-Jack plays at Carbonate.
In regard to: Firman-Jack Company.
In regard to: Carbonate camp.
June 19, 1886
Grace Hawthorne??s closing night.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
June 20, 1886
Firman-Jack performance tomorrow.
In regard to: Firman-Jack Company.
In regard to: Firman, Annie.
In regard to: Jack, John.
June 20, 1886
Amusements June 22.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Firmin-Jack Company.
June 22, 1886
Blum making Spearfish arrangements.
In regard to: Blum, Paul.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 23, 1886
Regnier severes connection.
In regard to: Regnier, Leon.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Harcourt,
In regard to: Firmin-Jack Company.
June 23, 1886
Blum returns from Spearfish.
In regard to: Blum, Paul.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 26, 1886
Hawthorne benefit.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Star, Solomon.
In regard to: Fox, Alvin.
In regard to: Bischoff, Herman.
In regard to: Wilson, John R.
In regard to: McPherson, Donald A.
In regard to: Romans, Squire P.
In regard to: Washabaugh, Frank J.
In regard to: Skinner, Tristrem L.
In regard to: Mahan, John.
In regard to: Zipp, Frank.
In regard to: Reuben, Leonard.
In regard to: Bent, E. C.
In regard to: Taylor, George C.
In regard to: Bonham, W. H.
In regard to: Russell, J. W.
In regard to: Cornell, John D.
In regard to: Hunter, John.
In regard to: Brodway, T. E.
In regard to: W. E. Lowe and Company.
In regard to: Bartleu, C. A.
In regard to: Franklin, Harris.
In regard to: Russell and Higbie.
In regard to: Herschfield, M.
In regard to: Robinson, George H.
In regard to: Sutton and Cosgriff.
In regard to: Williams, C.
In regard to: Ayres and Wardman.
In regard to: Browning and Wringrose.
In regard to: Max Fishel and brother.
In regard to: Warner, Porter.
In regard to: Hastings, W. B.
In regard to: Bonham, M.
In regard to: Gillette and Heckmann.
In regard to: Champlin, Edward P.
In regard to: Hastie, Addison W.
In regard to: Babcock, Lyman F.
In regard to: Wertheimer, M. J.
June 30, 1886
Two nights at the Opera House.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Harcourt, William.
In regard to: Ford, Clint.
In regard to: Kimble, E. M.
July 1, 1886
Five curtain calls at Spearfish.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Spearfish.
In regard to: Carbonate camp.
July 3, 1886
Manager Kelly at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Kelley, W. W.
July 3, 1886
Hawthorne troupe at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
July 6, 1886
Matinee largely attended.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Ford, Clint.
In regard to: Kimball, Ed.
July 6, 1886
Miss Hawthorne's benefit.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
July 7, 1886
Hawthorne company in Central.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
July 8, 1886
Our mines July 14.
In regard to: Mining.
In regard to: Iron Hill Mining Company.
In regard to: Seabury-Calkins Mining Company.
In regard to: Segregated Iron Hill Mining Company.
In regard to: Rattler-Gilroy Mining Company.
In regard to: Far West Mining Company.
In regard to: Silver Hill Mining Company.
In regard to: Mountain Rose Mining Company.
In regard to: Trent Mining Company.
In regard to: Iron Mountain Mining Company.
In regard to: Uncle Sam Mine.
In regard to: Gregg, Harry.
In regard to: Bullock, Seth.
In regard to: Guild, John.
In regard to: Keokuk Mining Company.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Bear Gulch Mine.
In regard to: Grace Hawthorne Mining Company.
In regard to: Oro Fino Mine.
In regard to: Skinner, Tristrem L.
In regard to: Key West Mining Company.
In regard to: Ruby Wonder Mining Company.
In regard to: Caledonia mill.
July 14, 1886
Barringer connection severed.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Kelly, W. W.
July 18, 1886
Ford back from Hawthorne tour.
In regard to: Ford, Clint G.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
July 30, 1886
Hawthorne -- Only American girl.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Kelley, W. W.
Aug. 6, 1886
Hawthorne sails for Europe.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Kelly, W. W.
Aug. 26, 1886
Our mines Sept. 26.
In regard to: Mining.
In regard to: Iron Hill Mining Company.
In regard to: Minna Mining Company.
In regard to: Eureka Mining Company.
In regard to: Millett, R. D.
In regard to: Weinberg, E. A.
In regard to: Grace Hawthorne Mining Company.
In regard to: Kelly, W. W.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Alexander Mining Company.
In regard to: Galena Treasure Mining Company.
In regard to: Madge Mining Company.
In regard to: Cora Mine.
In regard to: Andrews,
In regard to: Richmond Mining Company.
In regard to: Sitting Bull Mine.
In regard to: Hester A. Mine.
In regard to: Silver Queen Mine.
In regard to: Hammond, I. B.
In regard to: Cambrian Mine.
In regard to: Retriever Mine.
In regard to: New Era Mine.
In regard to: Buxton Mine.
In regard to: Hanley,
In regard to: Christie,
In regard to: Walton,
In regard to: Great Northwestern Oil Company.
In regard to: Whittaker, Joseph A.
In regard to: Brooklyn Mine.
In regard to: Nelson, Joseph.
Sept. 26, 1886
Kelly a jewel.
In regard to: Kelly, W. W.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
March 29, 1887
Word about Miss Grace Hawthorne.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
Aug. 31, 1887
Word on Grace Hawthorne.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
Oct. 28, 1887
Insane patients needs hospitalization.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Hospital.
In regard to: Crocker, A. G.
Feb. 8, 1888
Hawthorne reported married.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
March 30, 1888
Bastile an honor to citizens.
In regard to: Lawrence county jail.
In regard to: Harding, Jimmie.
In regard to: Crist, S. B.
In regard to: Thomas, Charles.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Barnett, Lotta A.
In regard to: Falls, Eliza.
In regard to: O'Brien, Pat.
April 29, 1888
Murray penniless at death's door.
In regard to: Murray, James.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
May 10, 1888
An Era of Entertainment, Best Days Behind Them
Impresario Swearingen returns to the Gem.
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Boyle, Clara.
In regard to: Stephens, Pearl.
In regard to: Baker, Elnore.
In regard to: Miller, Belle.
March 27, 1890
Deadwood after dark.
In regard to: Gem Theatre.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
June 4, 1891
Gem opens after refitting.
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Kearnes, Oscar.
In regard to: Kearnes, Sallie.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
In regard to: Carroll, Bobbie.
In regard to: Woortthorpe, Harry.
Dec. 3, 1891
Harry Montague??s latest hit.
In regard to: Gem Theatre.
In regard to: Montague, Harry.
In regard to: Levyne, Letty.
In regard to: Duncan, Carrie.
In regard to: Merrick, Frankie.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
In regard to: Crotty, Joe.
In regard to: Mack, Billy.
April 5, 1892
Mikado at the Gem.
In regard to: Montague, Harry.
In regard to: Levyne, Letty.
In regard to: Duncan, Carrie.
In regard to: Welch, George T.
In regard to: Mack, Billy.
In regard to: Filburn, Ray.
In regard to: Filburn, Miss.
In regard to: Crotty, Joe.
In regard to: Merrick, Frankie.
In regard to: Merrick, Jessie.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
April 19, 1892
New scenery at the Gem.
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Gem Theatre.
In regard to: Montague, Harry.
In regard to: Duncan, Carrie.
In regard to: Levyne, Letty.
In regard to: Welch, George.
In regard to: Mack, Billy.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
In regard to: Crotty, Joe.
In regard to: Davens, Madge.
In regard to: Merrick, Jessie.
In regard to: Merrick, Frankie.
In regard to: Carrigan, Bobby.
In regard to: Woods, Fannie.
In regard to: Filburn, Annie.
In regard to: Oro, Carrie.
In regard to: Filburn, Ray.
In regard to: Baker, Ella.
May 10, 1892
"Jack the Ripper" at the Gem.
In regard to: Gem Theatre.
In regard to: Garrison, William J.
In regard to: Conklin, Ella.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
In regard to: Goodwin, James.
In regard to: Mack, Billy.
In regard to: Leonard, Ollie.
In regard to: Hall, Pidgie.
In regard to: Kelly, Minnie.
In regard to: Kasten, Al.
In regard to: Dunn, Myra.
In regard to: Dunn, Kara.
In regard to: Zimmerman, Al.
June 3, 1893
Fire destroys two blocks.
In regard to: Fire.
In regard to: Gem Theatre.
In regard to: Chilson, Mrs.
In regard to: Chilson, Albert.
In regard to: Saunders,
In regard to: Fire department.
In regard to: Graves and Dennis.
In regard to: Nye block.
In regard to: Larenson and Adam Stable.
In regard to: Haskell, Belle.
In regard to: Harding, J. A.
In regard to: Stone, Gib and Company.
In regard to: DeMouth, Whealen and Graves.
In regard to: Ayres and Wardman.
In regard to: Cameron and Kennedy.
In regard to: Smith, Charles H.
In regard to: Star and Bullock Hardware Company.
In regard to: Croughlin and Allen.
In regard to: Keller, Gus.
In regard to: Coleman, Nathan.
In regard to: Fish, James.
In regard to: Cheairs, H. P.
In regard to: Morgan, W. J.
In regard to: Edholm, N. J.
In regard to: Beals, H. H.
In regard to: Franklin and Baer.
In regard to: Fassold, John.
In regard to: McDonald, Edward.
In regard to: Shubert, Jacob.
In regard to: Fink, Joseph.
In regard to: Palmer, L. H.
In regard to: Sutherland and Hutchinson.
In regard to: Parker, L. M.
In regard to: Nwlaon, O.
In regard to: Chase, Isaac H.
In regard to: Castner, M. V.
In regard to: Gray, M. W.
In regard to: Wilson, M. B.
In regard to: Swift, Joseph.
In regard to: Clark, Horace.
In regard to: Plowman, A. J.
In regard to: Selbie, William.
In regard to: King, Joseph.
In regard to: Bauman, Mrs.
In regard to: Robinson, George.
In regard to: Jacobs, D.
In regard to: Hoffman, William.
In regard to: Steiger, George.
In regard to: Cohen, Gus.
In regard to: Electric Light Company.
In regard to: Butler, George.
In regard to: Warriner, A. B.
In regard to: Duffy, John.
In regard to: Baxter, Lee R.
In regard to: Shorty.
In regard to: Sutherland, James.
March 6, 1894
Early Day Sideline Promoters and Agents
Charles E. Stacy
Stacy, Charles in Bella Union Co.
Stacy, Charles
Sep 09 1876
Stacy to perform at Deadwood Theatre
Stacy, Charles E.
Feb 24 1877
Stacy, Chas. E. cook for I.X.L. from St. Louis
Stacy, Charles E.
Apr 28 1877
Stacey, C.E. to open variety show
Stacy, Charles E.
Sep 12 1877
Stacy and Gandolpho lease the Bonanza
Stacy, Charles E.
Gandolfo, Joseph E.
Sep 13 1877
Stacy, Charley shipped wagon load of girls to RC
Social
Oct 02 1877
Stacy, Chas. coaches to carry cargo of girls
Social
Oct 16 1877
Leaves Deadwood, with two ladies
Stacy,
Jan 03 1878
Floor Manager at Sherman House for Calico Ball
Stacy, Charles E.
Jun 22 1878
Deadwood Brass and String Band, benefit social
Stacy, Charles
Sep 12 1878
Will use his utmost endeavors to please everyone
Stacy,
Nov 21 1878
Last ball of the season for his benefit
Stacy, Charley
Apr 18 1879
Dance Sunday evening for benefit of Charley Stacy
Fireproof Hall
Apr 19 1879
Bill poster, prompt attention given to all orders
Stacy, Charles E.
Jun 01 1879
Wing Well, Charley Stacy, E. Sick and other Chinese
Wing Well
Jul 10 1879
Bucking because butchers dumped scraps in Chinatown
Stacy, Charley
Jul 10 1879
In Crook City and Sturgis to sell Maillards vinegar
Stacy, Charles
Jul 16 1879
French Joe, his cook, found guilty as horse thief
Stacy, Charley
Aug 20 1879
Kicking about people putting dead dogs in creek
Stacy, Charley
Aug 29 1879
Knows all the "bankers daughters" in town
Stacy, Charlie
Sep 21 1879
First grand inaugural ball of the season
Stacy, Charley
Sep 14 1879
Kindly volunteered his services for Rogers benefit
Stacy, Charles E.
Mar 02 1880
Birth, girl, only baby in town worth raising
Stacy, Charles E.
Mar 02 1880
Will be at Central with masquerade suits to rent
Stacy, Charles E.
Apr 08 1880
Leased Walker building on lower Main for a saloon
Stacy, Charles E.
Apr 24 1880
Arrested on complaint of Mollie Johnson, disorderly
Stacy, Charles E.
May 30 1880
Had Stacy arrested for drunkenness, case dismissed
Johnson, Mollie
May 30 1880
Farewell ball given by C.E. Stacy at Gem Theatre
Stacy, Charles E.
Jun 08 1880
In new carbonate camp working 2 mines
Stacy, Charles
Aug 02 1881
Owned by C. Stacy in new carbonate camp
Master Charles Mine
Adna Mine
Aug 02 1881
Colonel packs traps, will soon be at new camp
Stacy, Charles
Aug 03 1881
Has taken a location in new carbonate camp
Stacy, Charles
Aug 03 1881
Charley Stacy strikes it rich in mine
Edna Mine
Aug 05 1881
New carbonate camp mine owned by Stacy
Warner Mine
Merrick Mine
Martin Mine
Aug 12 1881
Is the great silver mining king of the new belt
Stacy, Charles
Aug 12 1881
Struck it big in the Edna mine
Stacy, Charles
Aug 05 1881
Discovered fire at new joss in Chinatown
Stacy, Charley
Sep 22 1881
At firemen’s convention
Stacy, Charles
Mar 25 1882
Pioneer and Times reporters visit Portland Mill
Stacy, Charley
Aug 09 1882
Good live, energetic man, will do himself justice
Stacy, Charley
Aug 23 1882
Doing some quiet but hard work in Second ward
Stacy, Charley
Sep 24 1882
Rented I X L Hotel, opening it as short order house
Stacy, Charlie
Jan 03 1883
Retired from hotel business, gentleman of leisure
Stacy, Charley
Jan 23 1883
Stacy engaged Co for season of dramas and comedies
Vincent Company
Jan 30 1883
Stacy left yesterday to work on his mines
Stacy, Charley
May 06 1883
Channel turned taking Stacys house and Chinese theatre
Stacy, Charley
May 19 1883
Statement of losses by Deadwood citizens from flood
Stacy, Charles
May 20 1883
Large force of men started in repairing damages
Stacy, Charley
May 22 1883
Case of territory vs Stacy and wife was dismissed
Stacy, Charley
Aug 09 1883
Indefatigable, irrepressible Stacy was in city
Stacy, Charles
Aug 10 1883
Source for Casey and Baer buying Fords establishment
Stacy, Charles
Aug 10 1883
Hotel arrivals at Cosmopolitan, of Sturgis
Stacy, C.E.
Aug 26 1883
Arrivals and departures.
Stagelines.
Stacy, C. E.
Sept 22, 1885
Stacy at the Merchants.
Stacy, Charles.
March 9, 1886
Stacy to publish fair programme.
Stacy, Charley.
Black Hills Fair Deadwood Advertiser.
Sept. 10, 1887
Agent for Pearson.
Stacy, Charles.
Pearson, A. Y.
Butler, Harry.
Sept. 28, 1887
Deadwood Hose elects officers.
Fire department.
Stacy, C. E.
Nickerson, A. G.
Lawson, C. C.
Swartzwald, Samuel.
Dority, W. H.
Weeden, L. H.
Oct. 7, 1887, p.4, col.3.
Hose company to raffle watch and earrings.
Deadwood Hose Company.
Dority, W. H.
Weedon, L. H.
Stacy, C. E.
Gillette and Heckmann.
Oct. 30, 1887
Stacy opens paint shop.
Stacy, C. E. and Company.
Sept. 4, 1889
Accident Prone Harry Butler
Suffering fearfully with throat, can’t talk or eat
Butler, Harry
May 24 1882
Arrivals at Overland, from Lead
Butler, Harry
Dec 12 1882
Injured in fall during Ford benefit, to have benefit
Butler, Harry
Feb 01 1883
Professional friends giving him a benefit performance
Butler, Harry
Feb 10 1883
Benefit will take place at Gem on next Friday
Butler, Harry
Feb 11 1883
Benefit moved to Kiemer Hall, changed to Monday night
Butler, Harry
Feb 15 1883
Park Theatre, formerly known as Stone’s Opera House, is run by Mr. Burns with Mr. Butler as stage manager and Professor Upwald as musical director.
Stone’s Opera House.
Burns, John.
Butler, Harry.
Upwald.
Park Theatre.
January 19, 1884
Fell down Gem Theatre stairs, broke collar bone
Butler, Harry
Jan 24 1883
Only first-class place of amusement. Proprietor, J.C. Burns; director of amusements, Harry Butler; musical director, Professor Upwald; leader of brass band, J.A. Upwald.
Contents Admission: 25 cents. Private boxes: 50 cents.
Burns, J.C.
Butler, Harry.
Upwald, J.A.
Park Theater.
February 1, 1884
Harry Butler, stage manager and comedian of the Park Theatre, closed his engagement last evening.
Butler, Harry.
Park Theatre.
February 16, 1884
Park Theater. Formerly Stone’s Opera House. Lower Main Street, Deadwood. J.C. Burns, sole proprietor. Harry Butler, director of amusements. Professor Upwald, musical director. J.A. Upwald, leader of brass band. The only first-class place of amusement in the city. Crowded houses nightly. Everything new and spicy. Admission 25 cents. Private boxes 50 cents.
Burns, J.C.
Butler, Harry.
Upwald, J.A.
Park Theater.
March 1, 1884
Butler thanks fire department.
Fire department.
Butler, Harry.
Dix, Julian.
Damon, Harry.
Bischoff, Herman.
Whitbeck, L. F.
Jan. 5, 1886
Kiemer Hall for rent.
Kiemer Hall.
Butler, Harry.
Wood, I. H.
March 2, 1886
Billboards being erected.
Butler, Harry.
March 5, 1886
Butler sluicing out Main Street.
Butler, Harry.
Main Street.
April 23, 1886
Thankful hooks.
Fire department.
Casey, Pat.
Treber, John.
Talbot, Dave.
Smith, Frank.
Romans, Squire P.
Rosenkranz, Henry.
Butler, Harry.
Jan. 25, 1887
Agent for Pearson.
Stacy, Charles.
Pearson, A. Y.
Butler, Harry.
Sept. 28, 1887
Butler recovering from accident.
Butler, Harry.
Nov. 1, 1887
Butler residence burglarized.
Butler, Harry.
Butler, Harry Mrs.
July 7, 1889
Butler leaves a free man.
Butler, Harry.
Butler, Harry Mrs.
Railroads.
May 1, 1891
Butler anxious to return to Hills.
Butler, Harry.
April 29, 1892
George Redmond, Thespian Board Walker and "Kinght of the burnt-cork"
Redmond, George in Deadwood
Redmond, George
Jul 25 1877
Lewis case against George Redmond false
Lewis,
Aug 13 1877
Redmond, George case with Miss Lewis dropped
Redmond, George
Aug 13 1877
To perform at the Bella Union Theatre
Redmond, George
Feb 07 1878
In Deadwood
Redmond, George
Feb 07 1878
Hamtown Students in jubilee and plantation melodies
Redmond, George
Feb 19 1878
Bella Union
Redmond, George
Feb 20 1878
Benefit at the Bella Union
Redmond, George
Sep 26 1878
At the Bella Union
Redmond, George
Apr 11 1878
Appearing at the Bella Union
Redmond, George
Apr 11 1878
To appear at the Bella Union
Redmond, George
Apr 12 1878
George Redmond, "Kinght of the burnt-cork"
Redmond, George
Apr 26 1878
Trying to cross plank, fell in with budge
Redmond, George
Apr 26 1878
At Bella Union
Redmond, George
May 11 1878
At Gem Theatre tonight with new troupe
Redmond, George
Dec 18 1878
The South Deadwood Hose Company No 1
Redmond, George
Dec 05 1879
Is to be the martyr in the balloon that goes up
Redmond, George
Jul 04 1879
Fell into the Whitewood through the ice
Redmond, George
Dec 24 1879
Marriage, to Miss Ida Lee, by Rev E.F. Atwood
Redmond, George
Lee, Ida, Miss
Feb 11 1880
To give entertainment for aid to Rev Lessel
Redmond, George
Feb 18 1880
Kindly volunteered his services for Rogers benefit
Redmond, George
Mar 02 1880
Volunteered to appear tonight for Johnson benefit
Redmond, George
Mar 19 1880
Deadwood Hose Co got big scoop over Homestake Co.
Redmond, George
Apr 24 1880
Billy and Edith’s benefit
Redmond, George
Jun 17 1880
Arrested for assault upon Martin at Gem Theatre
Redmond, George
Oct 13 1880
Central City grateful to hose companies for service
Redmond, George
Nov 11 1880
Never fails in whatever part he is cast
Redmond, George
Nov 21 1880
Roosted in cooler last night for abusing wife
Redmond, George
Mar 05 1881
Files complaint against wife for adultery
Redmond, George
Apr 15 1881
Husband George files complaint of adultery
Redmond, Iva
Apr 15 1881
Gathering props for grand ball in Custer
Redmond, George
Dec 16 1881
Large herd of cattle near Custer, was in theatre
Redmond, George
Mar 24 1883
Fireman, thespian board walker and old boy, returns
Redmond, George
Aug 29 1883
On The Bill at The Gem and Bella Union Theatres, Deadwood, South Dakota 1876 - 1894: Negro Minstrels, Hottentots, Clog and Jig Comic Dancers, Serio-comic Singers and Ethiopian Dutch Irish Comedians, Acrobats, Contortionists and Double Trapeze Acts, Sketch Artists and Marksmanship, Living Statuary and Deadwood Brass Bands
Tom Miller, Banjo and Variety Artist, Theatrical Manager, 1876 - 1884
Pete Reid, Renowed Tenor Singer, 1876 – 1877
James McDonald and Seven Year Old Baby McDonald, Skate Dancing, 1877
Lew Spencer, Charles Gilday, Fannie Beane, Negro Minstrels, Clog and Comic Dancers, 1877 – 1878
John Dillon, Comedian in Irish and Negro Persona, Ions and Ballads, 1878, 1890-1891
Little Pearly Duval, A Pretty Child Contortionist, 1878
Minnie and Lillie Hassan Sisters, Beautiful Little Song and Dance Artists, 1878
Mademoiselle Jeannette and Lola Parchal, Serio-comic Song, Double Trapeze Acts, 1878
Boisset Family of Six, Acrobats and Musical Artists, Trapeze, Song, Dance with Banjo, 1878
Little Etolia and the Celeste Sisters, The Fairy Elf of Song and Dance, 1878
Minnie Denzer, The Songstress, 1878 – 1879
Edith Valentine, Georgie Morrell, Charles Vincent, Vincent Combination Troupe, Serio-comedic Vocalist, Song and Dance, Sketch Artists 1879 – 1880
Ella LaRue, Female Banjoist and Cornet Soloist, 1877 and 1879
Den and Ella Howe, Feats of Marksmanship, Merry Makers, 1879 - 1880, 1882
Oscar Willis, Hottentots, A Clever Ethiopian Comedian, 1879 – 1880
Billy Mack, Hottentots, Deadwood's Favorite Comedian, 1879 - 1880, 1892 – 1893
Tommy Jefferson, Hottentots, Superior Minstrel of Stage in The West, 1879 - 1880
Foley and Waters, Double Jig Dance and Ethiopian songs, 1879 - 1880
Jackson and Keefe, Double Clog Dancers, 1879 - 1880
Trixy and Vernie Vernon, "marvel of beauty and way up as queen of song", 1879 – 1880
Inez Sexton, Queen of Operatic and Ballad Song, 1880
Mademoiselle Blanche, "Too much praise cannot be given her as a danseuse", 1880
Ned Ainsley, Gem Theatre Comedian, Celebrated Negro Delineator, 1880
Deadwood's Brass Bands, 1877 – 1888
Pete Reid, Renowed Tenor Singer 1876 – 1877
1877 Reid, Pete is clerk for Charley Utter at saloon
1877 Reid performs at Melodeon
1877 Reid, Pete first apperance at Gem Variety Theatre
1877 Reid, Pete renowned tenor singer
1877 Reid, Pete to volunteer at Theatre
1877 Reid, Pete will sing, actor Langrishe Theatre
1876 Reid, Pete benefit at Bella Union
1876 Reid, Pete running a nice restaurant and saloon
Seven Year Old Baby McDonald, Clog and Skate Dancing 1877
1877 McDonald, Baby wonderful child Gem Theatre
1877 Swearenger, Al will get Baby McDonald and James McDonald
1877 McDonald, James Champion skate and clog dancer
1877 McDonald, Baby and James appear at Gem Theatre
1877 McDonald, James skate dancing, Gem Theatre
1877 McDonald, Baby 7 years old, phenomenon at Gem theatre
1877 McDonald, Baby Versatility of our baby at Gem Theatre
1877 McDonald, James of Bella Union has son
1877 McDonald, Baby and James volunteered for Vaidis Benefit
1877 McDonald, Baby receives a benefit at Central City
1877 McDonald, James and Baby leave for Cheyenne
1878 Father Jim McDonald of Baby McDonald, might hang for murder
1879 McDonald, Jim with Baby McDonald, now in Newark, N.J., acquitted
1879 McDonald, Baby performing to crowded houses in Denver
1881 Death McDonald, James, variety actor shot by Leadville man
1881 MacDonald, James leacherous actions may be reason for his murder
Lew Spencer and Charles Gilday Negro Minstrels
Clog and Comic Dancers 1877 – 1878
Lew Spencer
1880 Dutch comedian shot his wife in Denver, arrested
1879 Now in prison at Denver for shooting his woman
1878 All new programme tonight at Bella Union
1878 Bella Union, sining
1878 Boisset Combination, Dutch comedian
1878 "Dutch Nigger", Lew Spencer is to receive benefit Bella Union
1878 "Dutch Nigger" is to receive benefit at Bella
1878 In Dutch songs, dances and funny sayings
1878 Lew Spencer, for Washington's Day will tell truth
1878 Lew Spencer, many of his songs and sayings ancient
1878 Lew Spencer, the King of the bones
1878 Marriage to Miss Mollie Johnson, "Drama of Life"
1878 Referee at Bella Union wrestling match
1878 Rendered comical farce entitled "Baby Elephant"
1878 "Sift Sand Sal" received uproarous laughter
1878 This will be the best performance yet offered
1878 Walking match at Nuttallberg
1877 Gilday, Charles and Lew Spencer negro minstrelcy
1877 Gilday, Charles and Lew Spencer clog and comic dance
Charles Gilday and Fannie Beane Romance
Photo Comedienne Fannie Beane 1870
Popular vaudeville comedienne Bella Union.
Fanny married her partner Charles Gilday in Deadwood
forming the Beane-Gilday Troupe. © Picture History.
Photo Comedienne Fannie Beane 1875
Popular vaudeville comedienne Bella Union. © Picture History.
Gilday, C. in Deadwood
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Jun 04 1877
Beane, Miss Fannie in Deadwood
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jun 04 1877
Beane, Miss Fannie performance at Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jun 08 1877
Beane, Fannie preforms at Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jun 13 1877
Beane, George comedian Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, George
Jun 17 1877
Gilday and Giniven, acrobatic and music acts, Bella Union
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Jun 17 1877
Beane, Fannie actress, singer, Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jun 17 1877
Gilday, Charles in Deadwood
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Jul 14 1877
Beane, Miss at the Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jul 24 1877
Beane, Fannie at the Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jul 26 1877
Beane, Miss Fanny marries Charles Gilday at Nuttal’s
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Aug 01 1877
Norcross, Rev. performed Gilday and Bean marriage
In regard to: Norcross, L.P.
Aug 01 1877
Beane, Miss Fannie tells about her romance with Gilday
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Aug 02 1877
Gilday, Charles and Lew Spencer negro minstrelcy
In regard to: Black Americans
Aug 02 1877
Gilday, Charles and Lew Spencer clog and comic dancers
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Aug 02 1877
Gilday, C. of Barton in Deadwood
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Aug 10 1877
Volunteered for Vaidis benefit
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
In regard to: Gilday and Giniven
Aug 11 1877
Beane, Fannie to perform
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Aug 16 1877
Gilday and Giniven perform at Bella Union
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Aug 23 1877
Gilday and Giniven "Knights of the burnt cork"
In regard to: Black Americans
Aug 23 1877
Beane and Giniven and Gilday leave Deadwood
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
In regard to: Giniven, William
Sep 10 1877
Beane, Fannie performs in Bismarck
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Sep 28 1877
Pearson books attractions.
In regard to: Pearson, A. Y.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Beane-Gilday troupe.
In regard to: Webber, Harry.
In regard to: Nip and Tuck company.
In regard to: Markham, Pauline.
Jan 29, 1887
Lotta Gray, Songstress 1876 - 1877
Gray, Lotta in Bella Union Company
In regard to: Gray, Lotta
Sep 09 1876
Sang Centennial Flag Song for cheering crowd on 4th
In regard to: Gray, Lotta, Miss
Jul 06 1877
Vaidis Sisters, 3 Young Girls, Trapeze Performers 1877
1877 Vaidis, Mrs. of Cheyenne in Deadwood
1877 Vaidis Sisters to perform at Bella Union
1877 Vaidis Sisters receive benefit at Gem theatre
1877 Bean, Fannie volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Garretson, Fannie volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Gilday and Giniven volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 LaRue, Ella volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 LeRoy, Miss Kitty volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Martin, M. volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 McDonald, Baby and James volunteered for Vaidis Benefit
1877 Miller, Tom volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Monte Verde, Lurline volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Murdy, Sam volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Parks, Walter volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Spencer, Lew voluntered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Warren, Lizzie volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Vaidis Sisters trapeze performance at Gem theatre
1877 Vaidis Siters leave for Cheyenne with Mr. Leamy
1877 Vaidis sisters and widowed mother receive money?
Deadwood Brass Bands 1877 - 1888
Gem Theatre Brass Band, 1877 - 1887
Bella Union Brass Band, 1877
Joseph E. Gandolfo, Great Western String and Brass Band, 1877 - 1881
Professor Joe H. Ollerenshaw, violinist, band and orchestra leader, 1878 - 1884
Deadwood Brass and String Band, 1878 - 1888
Metropolitan Brass and String Band, 1879
The Seventh Cavalry Band of Ft Meade, 1879 - 1885
1877 Miller, and Nuttall's brass band plays through street
1877 Bella Union Brass Band play on balcony
1878 Joseph E. Gandolfo, Palace Restaurant, Great Western String and Brass Band, ad
1878 Deadwood Brass and String Band, benefit social
1878 Deadwood Brass Band, to help Yellow fever sufferers
1878 Brass band is ready to play at any occassion
1879 Gem Theatre Band, this makes the third brass band in Deadwood
1880 Nathan Colman and H. B. Beaman, Musicians from South Dwd organize a brass band
1880 C.W.N. Ruggles, advance guard of the brass band played at Oyster Bay
1881 Prof. Q. B. John to perform in Ollerenshaw's brass band
1881 Joe E. Ollerenshaw's brass band to be at fair
1882 Deadwood Brass Band, parties desiring services of band, contact Moody
1882 Charles C. Moody, authorized agent for Deadwood Brass Band
1883 Deadwood Brass Band, music rendered as good as any ever re-echoed in gulch
1883 Joe Hayes, who has but recently returned from a visit to the old homestead, has bought out the stock, and leased the fixtures of the Merchants hotel billiard saloon and bar. He took possession last evening, but on this evening will have his opening. The Deadwood brass band has been engaged, and will make it pleasant and agreeable for Joe's old friends. In addition to the music, there will be a free lunch, to which all are invited. This simple announcment is all that is necessary to bring a big crowd, as Joe's friends are everybody, and they will be on hand to give him a good send off.
1884 Park Theater. Formerly Stone's Opera House. Lower Main Street, Deadwood. J.C. Burns, sole proprietor. Harry Butler, director of amusements. Professor Upwald, musical director. J.A. Upwald, leader of brass band. The only first-class place of amusement in the city. Crowded houses nightly. Everything new and spicy. Admission 25 cents. Private boxes 50 cents.
1885 The Deadwood Brass Band has kindly consented to play several religious overtures at the new Methodist church.
1888 For the first time in the history of the Black Hills a brass band went to the top of White Rocks Sunday and filled the area for miles around with music. Nelson was on hand to take a half dozen photographs.
John Dillon, Irish Comedian 1878, 1890-1891
"Gave all his money away, will recipients remember?"
Great Irish comedian
In regard to: Dillon, John
Apr 11 1878
Celebrated Irish comedian to appear at Bella Union
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 06 1878
Great Irish comedian at Bella Union for first time
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 10 1878
Irish commedian at Bella Union
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 11 1878
At Bella Union
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 12 1878
Irish comedian introducing songs and imitations
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 18 1878
Original Irish sketch, "The Ambitious Politician"
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 18 1878
His act "An Ambitious Politician" a grand success
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 20 1878
At Bella Union in his regular line
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 28 1878
In Irish and negro persona ions and ballads
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 31 1878
Will do his best to please at Boisset benefit
In regard to: Dillon, John
Jun 18 1878
New variety theatrical company formed here
In regard to: Dillon, John
Jul 17 1878
Leaves Deadwood
In regard to: Dillon, John
Jan 20 1879
Gave all his money away, will recipients remember?
In regard to: Dillon, John
Mar 11 1879
Dillon in "Wanted, the earth!"
In regard to: Dillon Comedy Company.
In regard to: Dillon, John.
April 15, 1890
Standing room only.
In regard to: Dillon Comedy Company.
In regard to: Dillon, John.
In regard to: Miller, Ella.
In regard to: Irving, Alice.
In regard to: Deming, Marion.
In regard to: Wight, Ogden S.
In regard to: Rollins, Charles.
In regard to: Atkinson, Earl.
In regard to: Phelps, E. G.
April 24, 1890
Frandine and Dillon arrested.
In regard to: Frendine, John.
In regard to: Dillon, John.
May 5, 1891
A night of fun at the Opera house.
In regard to: Dillon, John.
May 9, 1891
Audience of 200 for John Dillon.
In regard to: Dillon, John.
May 15, 1891
Little Pearly Duval, A Pretty Child Contortionist 1878
1879 Now located in New York City
1879 Playing at the Coliseum in Leadville
1878 The boneless wonder, the petite songstress
1878 Camp Sturgis, Little Pearly had her watch stolen
1878 The child wonder, well known
1878 Complimentary benefit to be Wednesday at Langrishe Theatre
1878 Entertainment at the Arcade Theatre draws crowd
1878 Gem Theatre singer
1878 In her contortion act at the Gem Theatre
1878 Little Pearly Duval in amazing contortion feats
1878 Little Pearly in an excellent variety show
1878 Little Pearly, a pretty child contortionist
1878 Little Pearly is simply wonderful, a child her age
1878 Little Pearly will perform on trapeze at 12:00
1878 Little Pearly wearing attorney's shirt stud
1878 Pioneer indebted to her for her photograph
1878 Re-engagement of Lola, Jeannettte, and Little Pearly
1878 To be at benefit at Bella Union for Lew Spencer
1878 To perform at the Bella Union
1878 Took picture of Little Pearly on Sherman St
1878 Will also appear in Gallaghers' benefit
Minnie and Lillie Hassan Sisters, Beautiful Little Song and Dance Artists 1878
1878 Beautiful little song and dance artist
1878 Great Parisian Can Can to be produced at Bella Union
1878 Hassan sisters to appear during Ladies Night Bella Union
1878 Have re-engagement at Bella Union
1878 Sallie and Minnie Hassan at the Bella Union
Death Hasson, Lillie, variety actress married to butcher here, June 10
Mademoiselle Jeannette and Lola Parchal, Serio-comic Song and Double Trapeze Acts 1878
1878 Bad case of vertigo cured by carresses of Lola
1878 Certified checks payment for return of Lola to Deadwood
1878 Combination of talent that is ahead of any other
1878 Friday evening the 3rd, grand "Lola" ball
1878 Her choice serio-comic songs and trapeze acts
1878 In Deadwood, Bella Union actress
1878 Mademoiselle Jeannette and Lola Parchal in double trapeze
Photo Mademoiselle Jeannette 1875
Trapeze artist © Picture History.
Photo Mademoiselle Jeannette 1875
Trapeze artist © Picture History.
1878 Justice Barker's Court
1878 Lola's Troupe, will not appear at Tom Miller's
1878 Miss Jeannette will appear at the Bella Union
1878 Negotiating for large building above post off
1878 Lola Parchal, Queen of the trapeze will make her last appearance
1878 Reddy Fitzgerald struck Miss Lola with a bottle
1878 Re-engagement of Lola, Jeannettte, and Little Pearly
1878 Referred to as "three orphans" in bill for benefit
1878 Lola Parchal renting building to open up a business
1878 To be at benefit at Bella Union for Lew Spencer
1878 To perform at the Bella Union Theatre
1878 Trapeze performance has seldom been equalled
1878 Upon the trapeze tonight at the Bella Union
1878 We went to the exhibition, so did everyone else
1878 Will do "Leap for Life", through a fire baloon
1882 Marriage, Billy Learned to Pearl Jeannette, variety actress
Boisset Family of Six, Acrobats and Musical Artists
Trapeze, Song and Dance with Banjo Accompaniment 1878
1879 Opened at the Windsor Theatre in New York
1878 All new programme tonight at Bella Union
1878 Are at Georgetown, Colorado
1878 Birth, Madame Boisset gave birth to healthy boy
1878 Boisset family in daring leaps on trapeze and bars
1878 Boisset benefit at Langrishe Theatre
1878 Boisset family of 6, acrobats, musical artist
1878 Boisset Combination, female Samson
1878 Boisset Combination, Dutch comedian
1878 In their grotesque musical eccentricities
1878 In classic gymnastics at Bella Union
1878 Jules, Hugo and Fred in their classic gymanstics
1878 Manager of the Boisset family to have benefit
1878 New variety theatrical company formed here
1878 Reached Cheyenne last week, they had a long trip
1878 Song and dance with banjo accompaniment
1878 Trapeze, horizontal bar, pantomine and clodoche
1878 Will perform upon the trapeze, the blindfolded leap
Little Etolia and the Celeste Sisters, The Fairy Elf of Song and Dance 1878
1878 Rose Celeste and Belle Celeste, Dual dances created quite a sensation
1878 Catholic Fair, Little Etolia and Celeste Sisters, net $1,300
1878 Little Etolia, Entertainment at the Arcade Theatre draws crowd
1878 Little Etolia, The fairy elf of song and dance
1878 Rose Celeste, Fancy and skipping rope dancer, stands without rival
1878 Little Etolia and Celeste Sisters, Grand complimentary farewell benefit at Bella Union
1878 Little Etolia and Celeste Sisters, Song and dance at the Arcade Theatre
Minnie Denzer, Charming Vocalist, Acknowledged as Queen of Song
"Is a good girl on general principals out here" 1878 - 1879
1878 Charming vocalist with White’s variety troupe
1878 Charming vocalist, acknowledged as Queen of Song
1878 Excelled her former efforts of "Essie, Dear"
1878 Performances of troupe improving under manager
1878 Give an entertainment Monday evening
1878 The queen of song at Gem Theatre
1878 Entertainment at the Arcade Theatre draws crowds
1878 Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem
1879 Benefit for Miss Minnie Denzer next Saturday
1879 The songstress to have a benefit at Gem Theatre
1879 Benefit for Miss Minnie Denzer next Saturday
1879 The songstress to have a benefit at Gem Theatre
Mademoiselle Cerito, "Has no equal in her line of business" 1878
1878 Premiere dansuese of the world will make appearance
1878 Madam Cerito, Permiere Dansuese-solo and Pantiminist
1878 Is a big card, will create a sensation here
1878 Brillant performances unequalled on American stage
1879 Been engaged to play for Tony Pastor on Broadway
Photo Tony Pastor 1875
Theatre Manager and Comic Vocalist on Broadway © Picture History.
Mademoiselle Louise, "A bevy of grace and beauty on list at Gem Theatre" 1878
1878 Will give grand ball at Fire Proof Hall
1878 The event of the season
Mademoiselle Realta, "Will soon appear in her great feats of strength" 1878
1878 New variety theatrical company formed here
1878 Great act of firing a cannon from her shoulder
1878 Female Hercules, strongest woman at Langrishe
1879 Opened at the Windsor Theatre in New York
Minnie Denzer, The Songstress 1878 – 1879
1879 Benefit for Miss Minnie Denzer next Saturday
1879 Is a good girl on general principals out here
1879 Minnie Denzer, the songstress, to have a benefit
1879 The songstress to have a benefit at Gem Theatre
1878 Charming vocalist with White's variety troupe
1878 Charming vocalist, acknowledged as Queen of Song
1878 Entertainment at the Arcade Theatre draws crowd
1878 Excelled her former efforts of "Essie, Dear"
1878 The queen of song at Gem Theatre
Jack Newman, Singer 1878
1878 To be at benefit at Bella Union for Lew Spencer
1878 To appear at the Bella Union
1878 Shows great improvement in his charactor songs
1878 Immense bill tonight at the Bella Union
1878 Hamtown Students in jubilee & plantation melodies
1878 Combination of talent that is ahead of any other
1878 "Gray Hairs of My Mother" drew much applause
Vincent Combination Troupe 1879 - 1880
Edith Valentine, Georgie Morrell, Charles Vincent
Serio-comic Vocalist, Song and Dance Sketch Artists
A Deadwood Favorite, The Vincents
1890 Former Gem belle commits suicide. "Edith Valentine committed suicide recently at Seattle by shooting herself thro' the head. She was formerly a belle of the variety artists at the Gem, in this city."
Dec 26 1890
1880 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, acquitted herself creditable, grand entertainment
1880 Billy Mack and Edith Valentine to have benefit
1880 Edith Valentine continues to be a favorite with the public
1880 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, Did not authorize my name being on Montcrief bill
1880 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell favorite serio-comedic vocalist, song and dance
1880 Valentine involved in horseback riding accident
1880 Edith Valentine, Vincent Opera House to give complimentary benefit
1880 Edith Valentine with husband, Billy Mack, working at Miles City
1880 Georgie Morrell with husband, Charles Vincent, working at Miles City
1880 Georgie Morrell "Going To The Races" was well done
1879 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, Among the new performers at the Gem Theatre
1879 Edith Valentine has become a great favorite at the Gem Theatre
1879 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, In song and dance, "Where Golden Lilies Cluster"
1879 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, In pretty sketch, "Down by the Old Mill Stream"
1879 Ella LaRue, Oscar Willis, The Vincents, Edith Valentine, Georgie Morrell kept the audience in convultions at every scene
1879 Little Edith carrying away hearts of young bloods
1879 Edith Valentine performance cannot be surpassed in any large city
1879 Edith Valentine petite song and dance lady a perfect gem in her line
1879 Edith Valentine singing is superior to that of any artist
1879 Edith Valentine stage is covered with silver coin after performance
1879 Edith Valentine unique songs and dances were highly entertaining
1879 Edith Valentine, Vincent Combination Troupe arrived on Thanksgiving
1879 Georgie Morrell will appear in extravaganza "New York Volunteers"
1879 Georgie Morrell hit of the evening was the singing
Ella LaRue, Female Banjoist and Cornet Soloist 1877 and 1879
1886 Old time variety performer at Idaho
1880 Appears for the first time this season at Gem
1880 Old friends have not forgotter her
1880 Received four deserved enchores in her banjo
1879 The act of Courage Jerry is worthy of mention
1879 Appears in a cornet and bone solo
1879 Appears in "Woman's Rights" at the Gem Theatre
1879 Captivates all by her banjo solos and songs
1879 Continues to please and gain favor each evening
1879 Excellent coronet playing at the Gem Theatre
1879 Gem Theatre packed every night since arrival
1879 Great female banjoist and cornet soloist at Gem
1879 In society sketch of obedience keep audience happy
1879 Is a pains-taking performer and a great favorite
1879 Is an excellent cornet and banjo artiste
1879 Ella LaRue, Oscar Willis, The Vincents, Edith Valentine,
Georgie Morrell, kept the audience in convultions at every scene
1879 Only female coronetist, wonderful song and dance
1879 Those who have not heard her have missed a treat
1879 Will play her famous bone solo at the Gem Theatre
1878 Formerly one of the Bella Union girls, in Denver
1877 LaRue, Ella Flags of all nations Gem Theatre
1877 LaRue, Ella at democratic convention
Marie Templeton, Ceceilia Clinton, Tilla La Tour
"Comes in for a good share of applause at the Gem" 1878 - 1879
1878 Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem, Marie Templeton
1878 An unequalled vocalist from Academy in Chicago, Marie Templeton
1878 Sweet and artistic rendition of "The Gipsey’s Bride", Marie Templeton
1878 Has almost completely recovered her voice, Marie Templeton
1878 Miss Marie Templeton gave the audience several new songs Gem Theatre
1879 Comes in for a good share of applause at the Gem
1879 Has been secured to perform at the Gem Theatre, Tilla La Tour
1879 Always sure to please the audience at Gem Theatre, Cecilia Clinton
Gem Theatre Variety Artists 1877 - 1879
1877 Susie Miller of Memphis in Deadwood
1877 Grand wrestling match at Gem Theatre, Susie Miller
1877 Miss Susie Miller is the star, Gem theatre
1877 Susie Miller, cultured lady, at Gem Variety
1877 Susie Miller donates to Gayville fire victims
1877 Susie Miller to perform at Bella Union
1877 Susie Miller, last performance at Gem Theatre, Aug 21 1877
1877 Susie Miller will be married tonight, Aug 25 1877
1878 Part of White’s troupe of entertainers, Actress Georgie Blake
1878 Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem, Georgie Blake
1878 Will give excellent performance on slack wire, Georgie Blake
1878 Performances of troupe improving under manager, Edith Robinson
1878 Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem, Edith Robinson
1878 Part of White’s troupe of entertainers, Song-Dance, Edith Robinson
1878 Beautiful and petite song and dance artiste, Edith Robinson
1878 Contributors to the Fourth of July celebration, Edith Robinson
1879 Mark Hughes is immense at the Gem Variety Theatre
1879 Gaining favor nightly with wit and sparkle, The Shephards, John and Della
1879 Minstrels will give entertainment at Langrishe, The Shephards, John and Della
1879 Will appear in latest productions at Gem Theatre, Charles Archer
1880 Beautiful and talented young lady, an immense card, Miss May Graham
1880 Popular vocalist of eastern theatres at Fargo, Charles Archer
1880 Great serio-comic vocalist now at the Gem, Fannie Douglas
1880 Made a tremendous hit at the Gem Theatre, Fannie Douglas
1880 Fast coming to front as best vocalist ever here, Fannie Douglas
1880 Miss Douglas sings better every night, Fannie Douglas
1880 Still continues to please at the Gem Theatre, Fannie Douglas
1880 Still the recognized star as vocalist at Gem, Fannie Douglas
1882 Formerly a variety performer here, sheriff at Miles City, Charles Archer
Bella Union Theatre Variety Artists 1876 - 1878
1876 Eugene Holman volunteers at Bella Union
1876 Frank Thullen volunteers at Bella Union
1876 Ross Ingraham violinist at Bella Union
1877 Eugene Holman Gem Theatre
1877 Eugene Holman performs at Melodeon
1877 Eugene Holman banjo player Gem Theatre
1877 Eugene Holman banjoist Langrishe theatre
1877 Dan Rice to perform at Bella Union
1877 Hugh Doty at Bella Union Theatre
1877 Dick Devlin Irish character sings, dances
1877 Dick Devlin performance at Bella Union
1877 Dick Devlin of Chicago in Deadwood
1877 Miss Frankie Howard serio-comicalities, Bella Union
1877 Miss Frankie Howard attendant at Ginniven wedding
1877 Cas Franklin, tenor voice, Bella Union
1877 Chrissie Morrell singing at Gem Theatre
1877 Chrissie Morrell to perform at Bella Union
1877 Carrie Lewis to perform at Bella Union
1877 Carrie Lewis attendant at Ginniven wedding
1877 Carrie Lewis female Dutch impersonator
1877 Carrie Lewis serio-comic vocalist
1877 Carrie Lewis charges Redmond with robbery
1877 Carrie Lewis benefit at Bella Union, wrestling match
1877 Carrie Lewis and Lagrave marry
1878 Carrie Duval, this will be the best performance yet offered
1878 Carrie Duval rendition of "Don’t Be Angry With Me Darling"
1878 Carrie Duval rare banquet of semi-comic of gems
1878 Carrie Duval a vocalist of more than average merit
1878 Carrie Duval with a new repertoire of songs
1878 Carrie Duval in an excellent variety show
1878 Eugene Holman and Lola Parchal in Star Spangled Banner
1878 Eugene Holman banjo duet was exquisitely rendered
1878 Eugene Holman with his banjo
1878 Eugene Holman left tenement house moments before it slid down
1878 Eugene Holman, talent to appear in big tent of Kimball Brothers
1878 Eugene Holman to be at benefit at Bella Union for Lew Spencer
1878 Eugene Holman will play Star Spangled Banner upon banjo tonight
1878 Eugene Holman, Thomas Miller, Jack Newman, George Redmond
Hamtown Students in jubilee and plantation melodies
1878 Hamtown Students were certainly good and funny
1878 Hamtown Students, gently warble patriotic dirges
1878 Hamtown Students will vocalize tonight
1878 Thomas Miller in Irish and negro personations and ballads
1878 Thomas Miller immense bill tonight at the Bella Union
1878 O. B. Cutter, cornet player accepts engagement at Bella Union
Ella and Den Howe, Feats of Marksmanship
Den Howe and The Merry Makers 1879 - 1880, 1882
1879 Ella Howe and Den Howe of Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today
1879 Den howe collected artists from N.Y., Cincinnati and Chicago
1879 Ella How feats of marksmanship astonish all the crack shots
1880 Ella and Den Howe most remarkable performance in feats of markmanship
1880 Den Howe solo was encored to the echo
1880 Den Howe and his wife Ella in performance at the Gem Theatre
1880 Miss Ella Howe a beautiful and talented young lady, an immense card
1880 Den Howe defeated in the glass ball shooting match
1880 Ella and Den Howe in wonderful acts of marksmanship at Gem Theatre
1880 Den Howe with guns, are becoming the greatest favorites
1880 Ella Howe in society sketch of "No" was tip-top
1880 Den Howe is a nice old man, a little excitable
1880 Den Howe impersonates the character of Joshua
1880 Den Howe love story of how he met his wife
1880 Den Howe purchased Langrishe Theatre, athletic club put out
1880 Athletic club was located in the old Langrishe Theatre Central City
1880 Den Howe opening his new Howe Theatre tonight at Central
1880 Den Howe and wife Ella are both sick at Central
1880 Skating rink in Central is well patronized nightly by Den Howe
1880 Boys are fitting up Howe Theatre in Central City for gymnasium
1880 Den Howe to be at Billy and Edith Mack's benefit
1880 Den Howe several shooting matches came off at Central
1880 Den Howe Glass ball shoot at Central City for $100
1880 Den Howe Glass ball tournament came off at South Bend
1880 Den Howe since his arrival everyone has shooting fever
1882 Den Howe writes that he may soon be back in the Hills
1882 Ella Howe suffering with consumption, fears for survival
1882 Den Howe and wife Ella have taken rooms at Merchants
1882 Den Howe Combination appeared to highly pleased house
1882 Ella Howe cctress confined to room with severe indisposition
1882 Den Howe and Merry makers showed to large and delighted audience
1882 Den Howe New York Combination and "Budd and Annie" split
1882 Den Howe and Merry Makers will open new Theatre Comique Saturday
1882 Den Howe and Merry Makers at Central this evening
1882 Howes are as popular as ever in their sketches
1882 Unmitigated lie in Pioneer Newspaper called by Den Howe
1882 Den Howe and Merry Makers will show at Central tonight
1882 Merry Makers Carroll and Nelson, Irish and Ethiopian songs and dances are simply immense
1882 Merry Maker May Clark pleasing seriocomic takes well with patrons of play
1882 New York Merry Makers will receive benefit tonight
1882 Carroll, May Clark, The LeClaires, Nelson, to be on hand to amuse all at Merry Makers benefit
1882 Merry Maker May Clark will assist Mazarto in remarkable performance
1882 Merry Makers will show at Ft Meade and Sturgis
1883 Death Ella Howe, favorite actress to appear here, at Kansas
Edward Barrett Comes to Deadwood
Famous Chicago Comedian and Unrivaled Impersonator
Metropolitan Theatre Farce "When the Railroad Comes into Deadwood"
The famous Chicago comedian arrived, at Overland
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 16 1879
Chicago's favorite comedian to appear at Metropolitan
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 16 1879
One of the best comedians to ever appear in Hills
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 17 1879
Was around getting acquainted, made good impression
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 17 1879
All who saw him in Chicago want to see him again
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 19 1879
Has splendid musical voice, plus his comic ability
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 20 1879
The greatest comedian who has yet visited Deadwood
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 21 1879
Managers to be congratulated for securing Barrett
In regard to: Metropolitan
Aug 23 1879
Has taken the town by storm in unrivaled impersonator
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 23 1879
The boys all say he is a "whale"
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 24 1879
Has a part that fits him like a glove
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 27 1879
Kept the audience convulsed with laughter
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 28 1879
To play Gravely in comedy "Our Innocent Pastor"
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 30 1879
Won new honors as old sexton, Our Innocent Pastor
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 31 1879
To reap new honors by impersonation of poor husband
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Sep 04 1879
The favorite comedian of Metropolitan Co to appear
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Sep 10 1879
Assurance that audience will be kept in good humor
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Sep 13 1879
Comedian will take his farewell benefit
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Sep 16 1879
Farce of "When the Railroad Comes Into Deadwood"
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Sep 17 1879
Benefit filled the house, audience kept in a roar
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Sep 18 1879
One of a Kind Deadwood Entertainment
Quinn, Barney pedestal skate dance Gem Theatre
May 19 1877
In regard to: Quinn, Barney
Bella Union, tight rope exhibition
In regard to: Bella Union
Jun 06 1877
Lazelle, Prof. tight rope walking, Bella Union
In regard to: Lazelle,
Jun 07 1877
Morgan, Matt has art exhibition at Bella Union
Jul 25 1877
In regard to: Morgan, Matt
In regard to: Matt Morgan Statuary Troupe
Bella Union, Matt Morgan Statuary Troupe
Jul 26 1877
In regard to: Bella Union
In regard to: Matt Morgan Statuary Troupe
Morgan, Matt troupe to perform at Bella Union
Aug 08 1877
In regard to: Morgan, Matt
In regard to: Matt Morgan Statuary Troupe
Troupe of "living statuary" asks judge for help
Aug 13 1877
In regard to: Morgan, Matt
In regard to: Matt Morgan Statuary Troupe
In regard to: Barker, Judge
Reopening with Mdlle Delino Pencho
In regard to: Bella Union
In regard to: Pencho, Delino
Jun 28 1878
The celebrated fancy and character dancer
In regard to: Pencho, Delino
Jun 28 1878
Illusionist and magician coming to Deadwood, is a mute
In regard to: Mazarto, Martel
Jun 20 1880
Prince of magicians and fire king, at Wertheimer Hall
In regard to: Mazarto, Martel
Jul 02 1880
Walked a wire from ground to top of court house
In regard to: Leona, Mademoiselle
Jul 07 1880
Made tight rope ascension at Central last evening
In regard to: Leona, Mademoiselle
Jul 11 1880
Showed skill by walking tightrope to top of Hall
In regard to: Leona, Mademoiselle
Jul 28 1880
Human salamander, fire king, remarkable performance
In regard to: Mazarto, Del
Jul 08 1882
Will assist Mazarto in remarkable performance
In regard to: Clark, May
Jul 08 1882
Mayor, and others, requested Mazarto to perform
In regard to: Phillips,
Jul 08 1882
Ladies and children invited to see great "Mazarto"
In regard to: Mazarto
Jul 08 1882
Entertainment at Keimer’s hall, by great fire king
In regard to: Mazarto, Del
Jul 11 1882
Severed all connections with Gem Theatre
In regard to: Mazarto, Del
Jul 11 1882
Combination will give another entertainment in Lead
In regard to: Mazarto, Del
Jul 22 1882
Signor Thrumcatguti nightly performs at Comique
In regard to: Theatre Comique Central City
Jun 25 1882
List of fireworks discharged by Signor Sangiovanni
In regard to: Sangiovanni, Guglielmo G.
Jul 04 1883
Pyrotechnist by profession, in charge of fireworks
In regard to: Sangiovanni, Guglielmo G.
Jul 04 1883
Oscar Willis, A Clever Ethiopian Comedian
"The funniest end man ever in the Hills"
"What he doesn't know about theatre, not worth knowing" 1879 – 1880
Gem Comedy Quartette Selection of Ethiopian Acts
Oscar Willis, Billy Mack, Tommy Jefferson, Keefe and Jackson
1881 Death, one-time Deadwood resident, at Bismarck
1881 Giving banjo lessons in Bismarck
1880 Oscar Willis as Jake, made things lively as he always does
1880 Oscar Willis, Billy Mack, Tommy Jefferson, Keefe, Jackson,
comedy quartette in selection of Ethiopian acts
1880 Oscar Willis and Tommy Jefferson, full scope to display
ability as Ethiopian artists
1880 Has not superior on the minstrel stage in the West
1880 Oscar Willis, Billy Mack, Tommy Jefferson as The Hottentots
are a tremendous success
1880 In his challenge dance at the Gem Theatre
1880 In the way of funny niggers
1880 Is really a cooper of the first water
1880 Is funniest white or black nigger we ever saw
1880 Kept house in continual roar in Ethiopean eccentric
1880 Proved himself an expert with a violin
1880 Represents the Ethiopian department at Gem Theatre
1880 What he doesn't know about theatre, not worth knowing
1880 Writes from Bismarck, has been sick with lung fever
1879 The act of Courage Jerry is worthy of mention
1879 Always sure to please the audience at Gem Theatre
1879 Change in part of the artistes, change for better
1879 Collected artists from N.Y., Cincinnati and Chicago
1879 Did his banjo manipulation at the Gem Theatre
1879 Entertainment commenced with a parlor concert
1879 The funniest end man ever in the Hills
1879 House screamed with laughter, Troubles of a Senator
1879 In the very laughable act of Deaf in a Horn
1879 In burlesque "The American District Telegraph"
1879 In farce of the Quarrelsome servants
1879 In society sketch of obedience kept audience happy
1879 Is immense at the Gem Variety Theatre
1879 Is a clever Ethiopian comedian
1879 Kept the audience in a continuous roar of laughter
1879 Kept the audience in convultions at every scene
1879 Kept the audience in convulsions while on stage
1879 The mirth-provoking son of Momus, funny in extreme
1879 Pathetic ballads created a perfect furore
1879 Selected as stage manager at the Gem Theatre
1879 Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today
1879 Was in excellent humor at the Gem Theatre
The Olio, Traveling Variety Entertainers Admist the Minstrel Show, Second Act
In varied olio performance presented for 1st time
1880 Wesner,
1880 Kurtzweil, Johanna
1880 Willis, Oscar
1880 Jackson, W. H.
Jun 24 1880
At the Gem Theatre Olio Performance
1880 Byrnes, J. S.
1880 Mills, W. J.
1880 McKee, Andy.
March 16, 1888
Billy Mack Deadwood's Favorite Comedian
His Irish and Dutch acts are funny in the extreme"
"Few artists in the Irish line that can equal Billy" 1879 - 1880, 1892 – 1893
1879 Billy Mack brings down the house with Casey, the Piper
1879 Billy Mack caused roars of laughter as the colored servant
1879 Billy Mack entertainment conmmenced with a parlor concert
1879 Billy Mack, few artists in the Irish line that can equal Billy
1879 Billy Mack greatest feature will be his Irish eccentricities
1879 Billy Mack, his Irish and Dutch acts are funny in the extreme
1879 Billy Mack in Etheopian dances and songs, takes on many shapes
1879 Billy Mack in great plantation act, Jubilee Days, made a hit
1879 Billy Mack in Motto and Irish songs at the Gem Theatre
1879 Billy Mack is very funny as Our German Cousin
1879 Billy Mack puts on his new act of the Tramps
1879 Billy Mack and Vincent Combination Troupe arrived on Thanksgiving
1879 Billy Mack was the entree at the Gem Theatre last night
1879 Billy Mack will appear in new and sparkling specialities
1880 Billy Mack and Edith Valentine to have benefit
1880 Billy Mack in Chimney Corner put on by most popular of companies
1880 Oscar Willis, Billy Mack, Tommy Jefferson as the Hottentots
are a tremendous success
1880 Billy Mack in his Ethopian songs and sketches was simply immense
1880 Billy Mack, Deadwoods favorite comedian, 1st time this season
1880 Billy Mack is a host of himself in the funny line
1880 Billy Mack, peoples favorite in his Hibernian eccentricities
1880 Billy Mack represents the Dutch and Irish department at Gem
1880 Billy Mack tired out faber pusher's experince in the country
1880 Billy Mack of Vincent and Mack offer benefit for relief of sick
1880 Billy Mack with wife, Edith Valentine, working at Miles City
1884 Billy Mack, the funny comedian, is at Pierre
1890 Billy Mack's wife former Gem belle commits suicide. "Edith Valentine committed suicide recently at Seattle by shooting herself thro' the head. She was formerly a belle of the variety artists at the Gem, in this city."
1892 Billy Mack in Harry Montague's latest hit
1892 Billy Mack, Mikado at the Gem
1892 Bily Mack, new scenery at the Gem
1893 Billy Mack, "Jack the Ripper" at the Gem
Tommy Jefferson, Has No Superior on the Minstrel Stage
1879 Tommy Jefferson and Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today
1879 Tommy Jefferson excellent banjoist representing the Ethiopian corp
1880 Tommy Jefferson in the way of funny niggers
1880 Tommy Jefferson model of excellence in his respective line
1880 Tommy Jefferson has not superior on the minstrel stage in the west
1880 Tommy Jefferson represents the Ethiopian department at Gem Theatre
1880 Tommy Jefferson of Hottentots are a tremendous success
1880 Tommy Jefferson full scope to display ability as Ethiopian artist
1880 Tommy Jefferson is really a cooper of the first water
1880 Tommy Jefferson in "Moonshiners" was a masterpiece of comedy
1880 Tommy Jefferson kept house in continual roar in Ethiopean eccentricities
1880 Tommy Jefferson proved himself an expert with a violin
1880 Tommy Jefferson bringing variety troupe from Philadelphia
1880 Tommy Jefferson leaves Deadwood
1881 Thomas Jefferson to perform in "The Danites" at Sawtelle’s Theater
1881 Thomas Jefferson to perform "Unlce Reuben" at Wertheimer’s Theater
1882 Mr and Mrs Jefferson filling engagement in Miles City
1883 Tommy Jefferson Variety actor has quit stage, taken up ranching
Foley and Waters and Jackson and Keefe, Unparelleled Clog Dancing
1879 Foley and Waters, new eastern artists to join the Vincent Troupe
1879 Foley and Waters enjoyed double jig dance and songs of Ethiopian team
1880 Foley and Waters, Champion Double Clog at the Deadwood Opera House
1880 W. H. Jackson song and clog dance artiste was simply immense
1880 Foley and Waters best clog dancing ever seen in the Hills at Opera
1880 Jackson and Keefe in their unparelleled clog dancing at the Gem
1880 Jackson and Keefe, clog dancing challenge issued by Foley and Waters
1880 Jackson and Keefe, Tom Miller, Vincent and Mack, Foley and Waters agree to challenge at clog dancing
1880 Foley and Waters great song and dance and jig performers, ad
1880 Jackson and Keefe represents the Ethiopian department at Gem Theatre
1880 Jackson and Keefe in their double clog stand at the head of the list
Trixy and Vernie Vernon, "marvel of beauty and way up as queen of song"
"In the Dizzy Blondes, was crowing point of evening" 1879 – 1880
1880 Trixy and Vernie Vernon beautiful and talented young ladies
1880 Dr Charles W. Meyer attending Trixy and Vernie Vernon, both very low
1880 Trixy Vernon her solo was encored to the echo
1880 Trixy Vernon made her reappearance at the Gem Theatre last night
1880 Vernie Vernon marvel of beauty and way up as queen of song
1880 Trixie Vernon very low, feared she will not recover
1879 Trixie Vernon secured at enormous salary from Tony Pastors theatre
1879 Vernie Vernon A bevy of grace and beauty on list at Gem Theatre
Inez Sexton, Queen of Operatic and Ballad Song
"No one can sing higher, lower, softer or sweeter" 1880
1880 Song, "It Was A Dream", deserves special mention May 30 1880
1880 Bald Mtn poet John Mellor proposes marriage to Inez Sexton
1880 Being taken care of now that her illness is known
1880 Benefit was musical success but not financial one
1880 Clara L. Kellogg calls Inez Sexton "a voice of rare sweetness"
1880 Clara L. Kellogg calls her a high dramatic talent
Photo Clara Kellogg 1875
Popular soprano artist in United States, © Picture History.
1880 Gushing proposition from Mellor, the poet
1880 Had very close call, is felt she will recover
1880 Has a voice of great power and sweetness
1880 Has been ill, very liable to cross the range
1880 Her actions are strange, symptoms of insanity
1880 In her renditions of the opera at the Gem Theatre
1880 In operatic gems she is second to none
1880 Madamoiselle Sexton, a lady of gem serene
1880 More than charmed her numerous admirers at the Gem
1880 No one can sing higher, lower, softer or sweeter
1880 Performers Mr. and Mrs. Ainsley, Mart Alber, Tom C. Benntley, F. J. Chappelle, William H. Davenport, Den Howe, Ella Howe, W. H. Jackson, Thomas H. Jefferson, J. V. Kelly, J. W. Kenegy, H. L. Keney, Billy Mack, Georgie Morrell, Charles Posner, E. A. Swearingen, J. W. Telgrin, Oscar Willis, C. A. Wilson at the Gem take up collection for Inez Sexton
1880 Prima dona was indisposed, unable to appear at the Gem
1880 Dick King provided a place for Inez Sexton to stay
1880 Programmes for benefit concert are out
1880 Queen of opera, finest voice under perfect control
1880 Queen of operatic and ballad song to perform tonight
1880 Rapidly convalescing, will soon be about
1880 Recovering her health at Mrs Burnhams, Elizabethtown
1880 Rests well at night but is wild and flighty days
1880 Mrs Tracy seeing to it that Inez Sexton is taken care of
1880 Mrs F. C. Graham has been at the bedside of Miss Sexton for a week
1880 Noted Ogalalla Indian Brave, Womans Dress, visited Gem, loves Inez Sexton, offered 6 ponies for her
1880 Writer of Times presented with her photograph
1879 Straight from Ada Richmond's Burlesque Opera
In regard to: Sexton, Inez
Dec 30 1879
Photo Adah Richmond 1870
Created and directed the "Adah Richmond Operetta Bouffe Troupe"
© Picture History
1879 Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today Dec 28 1879, Oscar Willis, Minnie Willis, Minnie Warren, Vina Vernon, Tiney Vernon, Inez Sexton, Tommy Jefferson, Ella Howe, Den Howe, May Graham, M'lle Blanche
Mademoiselle Blanche
"Too much praise cannot be given her as a danseuse" 1880
1880 French Can Can and La Minuette was a decided success
1880 In the Dizzy Blondes, was crowing point of evening
1880 Makeup is complete and she plays her part faultless!
1880 Takes care of the Terpsichorean department at the Gem
1880 Too much praise cannot be given her as a danseuse
1879 Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today Dec 28 1879, Oscar Willis, Minnie Willis, Minnie Warren, Vina Vernon, Tiney Vernon, Inez Sexton, Tommy Jefferson, Ella Howe, Den Howe, May Graham, M'lle Blanche
Ned Ainsley, Gem Theatre Comedian, Celebrated Negro Delineator 1880
1876 Flora Ainsley, Flora volunteers at Bella Union
1880 Ned Ainsley, new stars have arrived at the Gem Theatre
1880 Ned Ainsley as a funny nigger, is simply "way up"
1880 Ned Ainsley, performers at the Gem take up donations for Sexton
1880 Ned Ainsley suffered a case of jim-jams last night, A. W. Merrick
1880 Ned Ainsley very good comedian before whisky blunted his wit
1880, Flora Ainsley, wife of Ned, died here on April 1, 1877
1880 Ned Ainsley, disagreement among papers on rather he will recover
1880 Ned Ainsley celebrated negro delineator made 1st bow at Fargo
Rose Kellog, Operatic Vocalist, Vincent Dramatic and Comedy Company
Rose Kellog of New York, is at the Merchants
In regard to: Kellogg, Rose
Apr 19 1882
Will render some of her choicest vocalizations
In regard to: Kellogg, Rose
Jun 18 1882
Operatic vocalist part of Vincent dramatic and comedy company
In regard to: Kellogg, Rose
In regard to: Vincent Company
Jan 30 1883
Clever artists in Vincent company, entertaining
In regard to: Kellogg, Rose
Jan 31 1883
Jack sends regards from Spokane Falls.
In regard to: Kellogg, Rose.
May 30, 1888
Brief Appearances By Traveling Variety Artists and Non Professional Local Talent
Bella Union, tight rope exhibition
In regard to: Bella Union
Jun 06 1877
Lazelle, Prof. tight rope walking, Bella Union
In regard to: Lazelle,
Jun 07 1877
Lee, Miss Frankie, song and dance artist, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Lee, Frankie
Franklin, Cas. tenor voice, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Franklin, Cas.
Played the organ for the Glee Club songs on 4th
Jul 06 1877
In regard to: Oliver, S.A.
Sang Centennial Flag Song for cheering crowd on 4th
Jul 06 1877
In regard to: Gray, Lotta, Miss
Women all sing, they sing loud, they sing always
Jul 08 1877
In regard to: Women
Listen for musical voice of auctioneer Clark
Nov 18 1877
In regard to: Clark,
Leimer, Carrie "sweet little song" Christmas 1877
Dec 26 1877
In regard to: Leimer, Carrie
Carrie Duval with a new repertoire of songs
Feb 13 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
Shows great improvement in his character songs
Feb 23 1878
In regard to: Newman, Jack
Singer at the Bella Union
Mar 14 1878
In regard to: Duval, Carrie
Colored maid, original Georgia Jubilee Singer
Mar 27 1878
In regard to: Hazen, Benjamin M.
Accomplished song and dance artist
Apr 11 1878
In regard to: Melville, Miss
Charming queen of serio-comic song
Apr 11 1878
In regard to: Marcy, Miss
Colored woman has song she sings at all times
Apr 22 1878
In regard to: Black Americans
To appear in song and dance tonight with Master Hugo
May 14 1878
In regard to: Freddy, Master
Instrumental Duett-German Landler and Tyrolian Song
Jun 27 1878
In regard to: Pichler, Anna
In regard to: Hurlbutt, E.
In regard to: Hart, Mollie
Song and dance artists are en route from Chicago
Jun 28 1878
In regard to: Reed, Jennie
In regard to: Laurence, Ida
Song, dance, clog and jig man, student of Hop Lito Leu
Jun 28 1878
In regard to: Gardner, Charles
Grand Chorus, Deadwood citizens to sing at Langrishe
Jun 30 1878
In regard to: Langrishe Theatre
In regard to: Burnham Music Store
Short stop demonstrated he is a good Irish singer
Jul 27 1878
In regard to: Murphy,
Musical voice heard today in "Going, Going, Gone"
Sep 19 1878
In regard to: Travis, Wes
Great song and dance at Gem Theatre
Nov 20 1878
In regard to: Thornton,
In regard to: Murphy,
Part of White’s troupe of entertainers, Actress
In regard to: Blake, Georgie
Dec 16 1878
Will give excellent performance on slack wire
In regard to: Blake, Georgie
Dec 18 1878
An unequalled vocalist from Academy in Chicago
In regard to: Templeton, Miss Marie
Dec 18 1878
Sweet and artistic rendition of "The Gipsey’s Bride"
In regard to: Templeton, Marie
Dec 19 1878
Has almost completely recovered her voice
In regard to: Templeton, Marie
Dec 20 1878
Miss Templeton gave the audience several new songs
Dec 20 1878
In regard to: Gem Theatre
In regard to: Templeton, Marie
Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem
In regard to: Templeton, Miss Marie
Dec 23 1878
Ladies of Red Ribbon to play piano and sing for all
Feb 20 1879
In regard to: Social Clubs
Comes in for a good share of applause at the Gem
In regard to: Templeton, Marie
Jul 04 1879
Was decidedly first-class in roll of Mrs Fairfax
In regard to: Allen, Hattie, Miss
Jul 04 1879
Asked by Adam to sing at the promenade concert
Aug 06 1879
In regard to: Thum, M.C.
Beautiful and accomplished little actress and singer
Aug 19 1879
In regard to: Rynar, Anna, Miss
Has splendid musical voice, plus his comic ability
Aug 20 1879
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Is a pretty little Miss with a sweet voice
Aug 21 1879
In regard to: Rynar, Miss
Will sing several new and popular airs
Aug 23 1879
In regard to: Rynar, Annie
Sweet sounds of song issue from such a bad place
Aug 27 1879
In regard to: The Girls
In regard to: Johnson, Mollie
Sweet singer of the Hills consented - not to sing
Sep 03 1879
In regard to: Wood,
In regard to: Thum,
Personated the old woman in My Awful Mother-in-law
In regard to: Edwards, Mrs
Sep 05 1879
Voice of charcoal man singing "char co a al"
Nov 20 1879
In regard to: Deadwood
Accompanied songs at Aikman birthday party
Dec 10 1879
In regard to: Pratt, Nellie
Allen, Miss Hattie at Rickley’s party in Elizabethtown
In regard to: Allen, Hattie
Dec 15 1877
Song was loudly applauded, followed by an encore
Dec 23 1879
In regard to: Welch, Mary.
All those who desire to learn to sing to meet
Jan 06 1880
In regard to: Wilson, James
Charming ballad singer, unequalled for pure melody
Feb 10 1880
In regard to: Johnson, Selma
His heavy bass voice added greatly to the choir
Feb 10 1880
In regard to: Moulton, Frank
Her sweet songs captured all hearers
Feb 17 1880
In regard to: Johnson, Selma
Gifted lady to treat audience to selection of song
Mar 16 1880
In regard to: Johnson, Selma
Bankers daughters hit pianos and shriek out songs
May 07 1880
In regard to: Women
With his rich baritone voice, will perform tonight
May 29 1880
In regard to: Hewitt, Alex
To sing solos for Episcopal Ladies Society social
Sep 28 1880
In regard to: Brennan, Mrs
Rope walker, on coach due in this evening
In regard to: Leona, Mademoisell
Oct 03 1880
Will sing a song or two at the Christmas concert
Dec 19 1880
In regard to: Bomeisler, L.E.
Song "I Love My Love" showed well cultivated voice
Dec 22 1880
In regard to: Austin, Mrs
Sweet singer from Israel getting up class to Hills
Jan 22 1881
In regard to: Seager, R.W.
Sung difficult song in artistic manner at concert
Apr 19 1881
In regard to: Wagner, Laura
Irish and Ethiopian songs and dances are simply immense
In regard to: Carroll,
May 23 1882
To be on hand to amuse all at Merry Makers benefit
In regard to: Carroll,
Jun 18 1882
First-class negro comedian, leaves for Chicago
In regard to: Carroll, J.P.
Jun 27 1882
The Deadwood Roll Call
Tom Miller, Banjo and Variety Artist, Theatrical Manager, 1876 - 1884
Pete Reid, Renowed Tenor Singer, 1876 – 1877
James McDonald and Seven Year Old Baby McDonald, Skate Dancing, 1877
Lew Spencer, Charles Gilday, Fannie Beane, Negro Minstrels, Clog and Comic Dancers, 1877 – 1878
John Dillon, Comedian in Irish and Negro Persona, Ions and Ballads, 1878, 1890-1891
Little Pearly Duval, A Pretty Child Contortionist, 1878
Minnie and Lillie Hassan Sisters, Beautiful Little Song and Dance Artists, 1878
Mademoiselle Jeannette and Lola Parchal, Serio-comic Song, Double Trapeze Acts, 1878
Boisset Family of Six, Acrobats and Musical Artists, Trapeze, Song, Dance with Banjo, 1878
Little Etolia and the Celeste Sisters, The Fairy Elf of Song and Dance, 1878
Minnie Denzer, The Songstress, 1878 – 1879
Edith Valentine, Georgie Morrell, Charles Vincent, Vincent Combination Troupe, Serio-comedic Vocalist, Song and Dance, Sketch Artists 1879 – 1880
Ella LaRue, Female Banjoist and Cornet Soloist, 1877 and 1879
Den and Ella Howe, Feats of Marksmanship, Merry Makers, 1879 - 1880, 1882
Oscar Willis, Hottentots, A Clever Ethiopian Comedian, 1879 – 1880
Billy Mack, Hottentots, Deadwood's Favorite Comedian, 1879 - 1880, 1892 – 1893
Tommy Jefferson, Hottentots, Superior Minstrel of Stage in The West, 1879 - 1880
Foley and Waters, Double Jig Dance and Ethiopian songs, 1879 - 1880
Jackson and Keefe, Double Clog Dancers, 1879 - 1880
Trixy and Vernie Vernon, "marvel of beauty and way up as queen of song", 1879 – 1880
Inez Sexton, Queen of Operatic and Ballad Song, 1880
Mademoiselle Blanche, "Too much praise cannot be given her as a danseuse", 1880
Ned Ainsley, Gem Theatre Comedian, Celebrated Negro Delineator, 1880
Deadwood's Brass Bands, 1877 – 1888
Jack S. Langrishe, Impresario, Langrishe Theatre, Variety and Legitimate Theatre
Johnny Rogers, Impresario, Metropolitan Company, Central City Legitimate Theatre
J. Al. Sawtelle, Impresario, Sawtell Theatre, Legitimate Theatre
Nuttall and Brown, Variety Theatre Managers, Temple of Music
Billy Nuttall, Variety Theatre Manager, Temple of Amusement
S. May, Variety Theatre Manager, Gem Theatre
Albert E. Swearingen, Variety Theatre Manager, Gem Theatre
Tom Miller and Billy Nuttall, Variety Theatre Managers, Bella Union Theatre
Tom Miller and Woods, Variety Theatre Managers, Bella Union Theatre
Tom Miller, Variety Theatre Manager, Bella Union Theatre, Gayville Theatre Comique
Prof Joe H. Ollerenshaw, Orchestra and Variety Theatre Manager, Bella Union Theatre
Billy Nuttall, Variety Theatre Manager, Bella Union Theatre
Charles Vincent, Variety Theatre Manager and Impresario, Deadwood Opera House
George Vincent, Variety Theatre Manager and Impresario, Deadwood Opera House
Billy Mack, Variety Theatre Manager
Walter Iler, Variety Theatre Manager
O. A. White, Variety Theatre Manager
Johnny Jefferson, Variety Theatre Manager
Lola Parchal, Variety Theatre Manager and Peforming Artist, Aerialist
L. P. Stone, Variety Theatre Manager and Impresario, Stone's Opera House
John Nye, Variety Theatre Manager and Impresario, Nye's Opera House
J. C. Burns, Variety Theatre Manager, Park Theater
A. Y. Pearson, Variety Theatre Manager and Impresario
Charles E. Stacy, Floor Manager Sherman House and Bonanza Hall
George Redmond
Performing Deadwood Troupes
Gem Variety Troupe
Tom Miller Vaudeville Troupe
Langrishe Troupe
Lola Parchal Troupe
Nuttall Troupe
White and Somers
O. A. White Combination Variety Troupe
The Vincents Combination Troupe, Vincent and Mack
The Gilberts Troupe
Billy Kirby Troupe
Matt Morgan Troupe
Ada Gray Troupe
James A. Lord Troupe
Sawtelle Theater Troupe
Hocket Vandeville
C. R. Webster Troupe
Lewis Combination
Aesthetic Minstrels
McFadden's Theatrical Company
Barbour Dramatic Troupe
Grace Hawthorne Troupe
The Georgia Minstrels
Beane-Gilday Troupe
Nip and Tuck Company
Katie Putnam Troupe
Monte Cristo Troupe
Theatrical Agents
Mr. Spence, Matt Morgan troupe
James Wilson, Gem Theatre, Gayville
Deadwood Popular Variety Artists
Tom Miller, Banjo and Variety Artist, 1876 - 1881, 1884, 1888
Pete Reid, Renowed Tenor Singer, 1876 - 1877
Banjo Dick Brown , 1876 - 1877
Gem Theatre Brass Band, 1877 - 1887
Bella Union Brass Band, 1877
Joseph E. Gandolfo, Great Western String and Brass Band, 1877 - 1881
Professor Joe H. Ollerenshaw, violinist, band and orchestra leader, 1878 - 1884
Deadwood Brass and String Band, 1878 - 1888
Metropolitan Brass and String Band, 1879
The Seventh Cavalry Band of Ft Meade, 1879 - 1885
Lew Spencer and Charles Gilday, Negro Minstrels, Clog and Comic Dancers, 1877 - 1878
Little Pearly Duval, A Pretty Child Contortionist, 1878
Minnie and Lillie Hassan Sisters, Beautiful Little Song and Dance Artists, 1878
Jeannette and Lola Parchal, Serio-comic Song, Double Trapeze Acts, 1878
Boisset Family of Six, Acrobats and Musical Artists, Trapeze, Song, Dance with Banjo Accompaniment, 1878
Little Etolia and the Celeste Sisters, The Fairy Elf of Song and Dance, 1878
Madam Juliette Nault, First Class Musician and Vocalist, 1878
Minnie Denzer, The Songstress, 1878 - 1879
Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, Serio-comedic Vocalist, Song and Dance, 1879 - 1880
Ella LaRue, Female Banjoist and Cornet Soloist, 1877 and 1879
Oscar Willis, A Clever Ethiopian Comedian, "The funniest end man ever in the Hills", 1879 - 1880
Billy Mack, Deadwood's Favorite Comedian, 1879 - 1880, 1892 - 1893
Trixy and Vernie Vernon, Dizzy Blondes, "marvel of beauty and way up as queen of song", 1879 - 1880
Inez Sexton, Queen of Operatic and Ballad Song, "No one can sing higher, lower, softer or sweeter", 1880
M'lle Blanche, "Too much praise cannot be given her as a danseuse", 1880
Chicago, The Source for New Tallent
To perform at Temple of Music
Dec 02 1876
In regard to: May, Winnetta
In regard to: Clifton, Charles
In regard to: Clarkson, Luella
In regard to: Brown, Richard, Banjo Dick
Temple of Music Nuttall and Brown
Dec 23 1876
In regard to: Temple of Music
Castello, Dan well known circus manager
Jan 06 1877
In regard to: Castello, Daniel
Martin, J.M. makes scenery for Gem Theatre
Apr 07 1877
In regard to: Martin, James M.
Martin, J.M. and Gilbert Rose design stage scenery
Apr 10 1877
In regard to: Martin, James M.
Accomplished song and dance artist
Apr 11 1878
In regard to: Melville, Miss
Temple of Amusement, was Temple of Music
Apr 14 1877
In regard to: Temple of Amusement
In regard to: Nuttall, Billy
Theatre Comique in Gayville
Apr 18 1877
In regard to: Gayville Theatre
In regard to: Miller, Tom
Kirby, Billy to perform at Theatre Comique in Gayville
Apr 18 1877
In regard to: Kirby, Billy
Black and Wallace own Gem Theatre
Apr 25 1877
In regard to: Black and Wallace
Nuttall takes trip to Chicago
Apr 28 1877
In regard to: Nuttall, William
Devlin, Dick, Irish character sings, dances
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Devlin, Dick
Bean, Fannie actress, singer, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Bean, Fannie
Gilday and Giniven, acrobatic and music acts, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Kirby, Billy troupe to perform in Central City
Jun 28 1877
In regard to: Kirby, Billy
Union Park played music all day, delighted multitude
Jul 09 1877
In regard to: Union Park Brewery
In regard to: South Deadwood, Fred Heime
Leimer, C.F. and H.C. Clark bring circus to Deadwood
Jul 11 1877
In regard to: Leimer, C.F.
Deadwood, Circus comes to town
Jul 11 1877
In regard to: Deadwood
Miller, Tom opens new theatre in Central
Jul 13 1877
In regard to: Central Theatre
Miller, Tom Central theatre acrobat walk ceiling
Jul 14 1877
In regard to: Central Theatre
Gem Theatre has new talent
Jul 24 1877
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Langrishe troupe first performance a success
Jul 29 1876
In regard to: Langrishe Theatre
Morgan, Matt troupe to perform at Bella Union
Aug 08 1877
In regard to: Morgan, Matt
Spence, Mr. agent for Matt Morgan troupe
Aug 09 1877
In regard to: Spence, Mr.
Troupe of "living statuary" asks judge for help
Aug 13 1877
In regard to: Morgan, Matt
Owners closing out, it doesn't pay to run circus
Aug 13 1877
In regard to: Big Tent
Bonanza is soon to be re-opened as variety theatre
Sep 06 1877
In regard to: Bonanza
Stacey, C.E. to open variety show
Sep 12 1877
In regard to: Stacy, Charles E.
Stacey, Charles and Jo Gandolpho leased the Bonanza
Sep 14 1877
In regard to: Stacy, Charles E.
Bullock, Seth bids farewell to Tom Miller, benefit
Oct 20 1877
In regard to: Bullock, Seth
String band provided music at Fireman's Ball
Dec 16 1877
In regard to: Gandolph,
Star Social at Grand Central, Gandolph's music
Jan 03 1878
In regard to: Star Social Club
In regard to: Lead City
In regard to: Central City
Purchased lot in Lead for building of theatre
Jan 08 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Will build theatre on Mill St., Lead
Jan 12 1878
In regard to: Reagan, Daniel
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Music
Jan 16 1878
In regard to: IXL Hotel
In regard to: Hazen, Benjamin M.
In Deadwood, Bella Union actor
Feb 08 1878
In regard to: Jeanette
In regard to: Parchal, Lola
In regard to: Duval, Pearly
Manager Nuttall has secured an excellent show
Feb 09 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
In regard to: Nuttall, Billy
Hamtown Students in jubilee and plantation melodies
Feb 19 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
"I'm So Glad" received uproarous laughter by all
Feb 23 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Tom Miller is now business manager at Bella Union
Mar 20 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Plans to keep Bella Union, looking for more acts
Apr 10 1878
In regard to: Nuttall, William
New manager of Bella Union in Hat Creek
Apr 26 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe H
New manager telegraphs him from Hat Creek
Apr 26 1878
In regard to: Nuttall, William
New acts coming in from Cheyenne
Apr 29 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
Getting big tent in shape for grand opening
May 01 1878
In regard to: Kimball Brothers
In regard to: Lead
Talent to appear in big tent of Kimball Brothers
May 01 1878
In regard to: MonteVerde, Lurlin
In regard to: Holman, Eugene
In regard to: Kimball Brothers
Rhodes, Mr. Bella Union scenic artist
May 03 1877
In regard to: Rhodes,
Lee, Miss Frankie, song and dance artist, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Lee, Frankie
Gilday and Giniven, acrobatic and music acts, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Band competed in delivering good music to crowds
Jul 06 1877
In regard to: Gem Theatre
In regard to: Bella Union
Nuttall and Miller played music at 4th of July party
Jul 07 1877
In regard to: Nuttall, William
Democratic Convention at Bella Union, music played
Oct 16 1877
In regard to: Democratic Party
Have opened a hurdy-gurdy in a large tent in Lead
May 07 1878
In regard to: Kimball Brothers
In regard to: Lead
Manager of Bella Union to reopen next Saturday
May 08 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe H
New Manager, Mr. Ollerenshaw brings acts from East
May 11 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
All new programme tonight at Bella Union
May 14 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Manager consents to family matinee, Wednesday 2:00
May 21 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe
In regard to: Bella Union
Manager to give another matinee for ladies
May 27 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe
In regard to: Bella Union
Manager and lessee of the Bella Union
Jun 01 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, J.
Sisters Hospital, Charity Ball, Central City
Jun 01 1878
In regard to: Silver, Oscar
In regard to: Music
Always up in whatever part they play
Jun 12 1878
In regard to: Langrishe Troupe
The celebrated fancy and character dancer
Jun 28 1878
In regard to: Pencho, Delino
Song and dance artists are en route from Chicago
Jun 28 1878
In regard to: Reed, Jennie
In regard to: Laurence, Ida
Orchestra furnished music for dance on fourth
Jul 06 1878
In regard to: Kimball Brothers
In regard to: Lead
Press Agent for the Dan Rice circus
Jul 11 1878
In regard to: Davis, De Forest
Great circus will visit in person early in August
Jul 11 1878
In regard to: Rice, Dan
The first circus in the Hills
Jul 12 1878
In regard to: Rice, Dan
Dan Rice Great Circus will be in Deadwood, in August
Jul 12 1878
In regard to: Dan Rice Great Circus
Manager of Bella Union in Chicago for new acts
Jul 12 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe
Going to Chicago for performers for her new theatre
Jul 13 1878
In regard to: Lola
Chances of circus seem to be dwindling in Hills
Aug 01 1878
In regard to: Rice, Dan
Strictly a first class variety theatre, ad
Aug 01 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, J.
In regard to: Bertha, Mdlle
In regard to: Lawrence, Amy
In regard to: Reed, Emily
Manager performing with his company at Bear Butte
Aug 02 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe
Lola's troupe receives great reception
Aug 09 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
In regard to: Parchal, Lola
Has given up his Black Hills Circus tour
Aug 13 1878
In regard to: Rice, Dan
Grand opening this evening with Lola's troupe
Aug 20 1878
In regard to: Arcade Theatre
Nuttall sent troupes to Gen. Bradley's camp
Aug 27 1878
In regard to: Camp Devin
In regard to: Nuttalll, Billy of Bella Union Theatre
In regard to: Bradley, Luther P.
Lola with her excellent troupe goes to Camp Devan
Sep 16 1878
In regard to: Parchal, Lola
To provide music for Grand Charity Ball
Sep 16 1878
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, J.
Madame Lola's troupe headed for Camp Devin
Sep 18 1878
In regard to: Nuttall, William
In regard to: Parchal, Lola
Sign on Main street is one of the attractions
Sep 19 1878
In regard to: Miller, Thomas, Tom
Variety troupe from Deadwood to perform in Rockville
Sep 23 1878
In regard to: Ilers Place
Billy Nuttall moving his theatre to camp
Sep 23 1878
In regard to: Bear Butte
Wood's building adjoining Gem Theatre, Dan Doherty
Oct 01 1878
In regard to: Wood, B.F.
In regard to: Doherty, Dan Dance Hall Bella Union
Lola's Troupe will not appear for Tom Miller
Oct 09 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
Variety specialty troupe meeting with full houses
Oct 17 1878
In regard to: White and Somers
Discoursing sweet music in various parts of town
Nov 08 1878
In regard to: Deadwood Band
Combination variety troupe makes first appearance
Nov 12 1878
In regard to: White, O.A.
In regard to: Lead Opera House
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Charming vocalist with White's variety troupe
Nov 15 1878
In regard to: Denzer, Minnie
To cater Printers Ball and provide music
Nov 15 1878
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
White troupe to perform 3 days a week
Nov 16 1878
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Harmonica Club will give first entertainment
Nov 24 1878
In regard to: Silver, Oscar
Will furnish the music for Wells dancing school
Dec 01 1878
In regard to: Uppwalls Band
Went to Chicago for troupe, not heard from
Dec 13 1878
In regard to: White, O.A.
Band provided music for festival at Welch House
Dec 13 1878
In regard to: Gandolph, Joe
Part of White's troupe of entertainers, Actress
Dec 16 1878
In regard to: Blake, Georgie
Gem Theatre will be opened for a season
with White's Variety Combination troupe
Dec 17 1878
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Part of White's troupe of entertainers
Dec 16 1878
In regard to: Tempelton, Marie, Balladist
In regard to: Stone, Lillie
In regard to: St Clair, Kitty
In regard to: Robinson, Edith, Song-Dance
In regard to: Reed, Jennie
In regard to: Mickleson, Antee
In regard to: Fisher, Lidia
In regard to: Blake, Georgie, Actress
Will be opened for a season with White's troupe
Dec 17 1878
In regard to: Gem Theatre
At Gem Theatre tonight with new troupe
Dec 18 1878, p.1 , col.4
In regard to: Miller, Tom
In regard to: Redmond, George
In regard to: Newman, John
In regard to: Hanson, Lillie
In regard to: Detzer, Minnie
Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem
Dec 23 1878
Gem Theatre
Performances of troupe improving under manager
Dec 24 1878
In regard to: Blake, Georgia
In regard to: Carter, Teressa
In regard to: Clinton, Miss
In regard to: Denzer, Minnie
In regard to: Robinson, Edith
In regard to: Star, Lillie, Miss
In regard to: Templeton, Marie
In regard to: Thomp, Lydia, Miss
Orchestra to provide music for Masonic Ball
Dec 25 1878
In regard to: Gandolph, Joe
Will not send east for any more new girls
Dec 28 1878
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Will not bring another troupe to the Hills
Jan 02 1879
In regard to: White, O. A.
Troupe to give entertainment at Rochford
Jan 21 1879
In regard to: Langrishe, Jack
Full band furnished the music for the masquerade
Jan 23 1879
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
Vaudeville troupe showed here to a good house
Feb 08 1879
In regard to: Miller, Tom
Manager of the Metropolitan fixing up the Opera House
Feb 12 1879
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
Will furnish the music for the Miners Union Ball
Feb 21 1879
In regard to: Silver, Oscar
In regard to: Schiller, J.A.
In regard to: Lead
Manager of Metropolitan engaging actress for play
Feb 24 1879
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
Actor at Metropolitan is son of Chicago politician
May 01 1879
In regard to: Metropolitan
In regard to: O'Hara, J.D.
Swearingen and Miller working on a variety troupe
May 17 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Miller, Tom
The popular agent of the troupe cast as "Washee"
Jun 07 1879
In regard to: Rogers, Johnny
Variety troupe left Chicago yesterday
Jun 15 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
Orchestra has been engaged to present music
Jun 15 1879
In regard to: Mortons Club House
In regard to: Gambling Establishment
Rice's circus may perform here on July 4th
Jun 17 1879
In regard to: Fourth Of July
Selected as stage manager at the Gem Theatre
Jun 24 1879
In regard to: Willis, Oscar
First trapeze artist in Black Hills, to ascend in balloon
Jun 26 1879
In regard to: Truches, Frederick
Artist at Gem to paint Kitty Le Roy on stage side
Jun 27 1879
In regard to: Wilson, Calvin
Introduced the variety of artists from Chicago
Jun 27 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
Taken to going out and bringing a circus back
Jun 29 1879
In regard to: Castello, Dan
No organized circus coming, everyone to be a clown
Jul 01 1879
In regard to: Fourth Of July
Artist of the first-class as well as a Christian
Jul 06 1879
In regard to: Livingstone, Ida
No doubt the finest sketch artist on American stage
Jul 15 1879
In regard to: Vincent, Georgie
Troupe at Fort Meade for remainder of the week
Jul 16 1879
In regard to: Langrishe Theatre
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Proved himself an artist of great merit
Jul 16 1879
In regard to: Vincent, Charles
Boisset family of 6, acrobats, musical artists
Jul 18 1878
In regard to: Boissett Family
After appearing in Lead and Central to be at Deadwood
Jul 02 1879
In regard to: Gem Variety Troupe
Only actor who dresses according to his profession
Jul 20 1879
In regard to: Whitecar, W.A.
Col is too stiff for a circus actor
Jul 20 1879
In regard to: Parker, William H.
Singing is superior to that of any artist
Jul 22 1879
In regard to: Valentine, Edith
In regard to: Morrell, Georgia
The Company has fourteen excellent artists
Aug 05 1879
In regard to: Metropolitan
To hold a benefit at Opera House in Lead, Saturday
Aug 06 1879
In regard to: Livingstone, Ida
In regard to: Lead Opera House
The famous Chicago comedian arrived, at Overland
Aug 16 1879
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
All who saw him in Chicago want to see him again
Aug 19 1879
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
To introduce to our citizens an amateur troupe
Aug 22 1879
In regard to: Chambers, Augusta
A full troupe of Can Can artists have been engaged
Sep 16 1879
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Opened last night in mammoth tent with music and fun
Sep 30 1879
In regard to: Miller, Tom
Manager to be congratulated on selection of actors
Aug 01 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
A full troupe of Can Can artists have been engaged
Sep 16 1879
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Leaving for New York to join a theatrical troupe
Oct 05 1879
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
Big tent alive with people, music kept crowd happy
Oct 05 1879
In regard to: Miller, Tom
Will furnish the best of music at grand ball
Nov 02 1879
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
Intends to open out on 15th with variety troupe
Nov 04 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
With the Ada Gray troupe, doing very well
Nov 05 1879
In regard to: Whittle, Emma
In regard to: Clark, J.P.
Beautiful little song and dance artist
Nov 15 1878
In regard to: Hassan, Lulu, Miss
Vincent Combination Troupe arrived on Thanksgiving
Nov 29 1879
In regard to: Vincent, George
In regard to: Vincent, Charles
In regard to: Valentine, Edith
In regard to: Phelan, A.
In regard to: Morcrif,
In regard to: Mack, Billy
In regard to: Leonard, W.W.
In regard to: Heckler, Louis
In regard to: Davenport, W.H.
Perkins accepted position of stage manager
Nov 29 1879
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Played before large audience at Opera House, Lead
Dec 04 1879
In regard to: Vincent Troupe
In regard to: Lead Opera House
To perform at opening of Deadwood Opera House
Dec 12 1879
In regard to: Vincents, The
Business manager at the new Deadwood Opera House
Dec 13 1879
In regard to: Vincent, Charles
Stage manager at the new Deadwood Opera House
Dec 13 1879
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
New eastern artist to join the Vincent Troupe
Dec 25 1879
In regard to: Waters,
In regard to: Foley,
Wagon carrying them to Lead overturned spilling all
Dec 24 1879
In regard to: Vincent Troupe
Will discourse the sweetest music on Christmas Day
Dec 24 1879
In regard to: Ollerenshaw,
New eastern artist to join the Vincent Troupe
Dec 25 1879
In regard to: Waters,
In regard to: Foley,
Will open Friday with 18 stars from the east
Dec 28 1879
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today
Dec 28 1879
In regard to: Blanche, M'lle
In regard to: Graham, May
In regard to: Howe, Den
In regard to: Howe, Ella
In regard to: Jefferson, Tommy
In regard to: Sexton, Inez
In regard to: Willis, Minnie
In regard to: Warren, Minnie
In regard to: Vernon, Vina
In regard to: Vernon, Tiney
In regard to: Willis, Oscar
Sidney coach arrived with Manager Swearingen's new troupe
Dec 30 1879
In regard to: Swearingen, Al
Collected artists from N.Y., Cincinnati and Chicago
Dec 30 1879
In regard to: Willis, Oscar
In regard to: Howe, Den
"Most vulgar-free performance ever seen in Deadwood" Vincent and Mack
Stage Manager of the Deadwood Opera House, ad
Jan 01 1880
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
Proprietor of the Deadwood Opera House, ad
Jan 01 1880
In regard to: Stone, L.P.
Stage Manager of the Deadwood Opera House, ad
Jan 01 1880
In regard to: Perkins, Frank
Champion Double Clog at the Deadwood Opera House
Jan 01 1880
In regard to: Waters and Foley
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House
To be the stage manager at the Opera House
Jan 13 1880
In regard to: Martin, James
Has sold the Stone Opera House to Vincent and Mack
Jan 14 1880
In regard to: Stone, L. P., Stone's Opera House
In regard to: Mack, Billy
In regard to: Vincent, Charles
Lessee and Manager of the Deadwood Opera House, ad
Jan 01 1880
In regard to: Vincent, Charles A
Have secured hall over Cooley and Doughertys Saloon
Jan 15 1880
In regard to: Vincent and Mack
Has added music to his meals at the Oyster Bay
Feb 06 1880
In regard to: Ruggles, C.W.N.
Band provided music for Knights of Pythias party
Feb 20 1880
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
Band provided music for hose company's dance
Feb 26 1880
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
Band to provide music for masquerade skating party
Mar 02 1880
In regard to: Upwalls Band
Took troupe to Gunnison, to build another theatre
Apr 17 1880
In regard to: Nuttall, Billy of Bella Union
New Gem Troupe took a tumble when coach turned quickly
Apr 22 1880
In regard to: Gem Troupe
Music in the air
May 07 1880
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Going to Pittsburg for variety troupe for new show
May 09 1880
In regard to: Willis, Oscar
Lead City morals upset, troupe won't perform again
May 15 1880
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Will furnish music for ball at Terraville
May 25 1880
In regard to: Gandolfo's Band
Discoursed enlivening music from the balcony
May 28 1880
In regard to: Gandolfo's Band
Circus opened in Leadville to audience of 4,000
Jun 16 1880
In regard to: Castello, Dan
In regard to: Leadville, CO
Prince of magicians and fire king, at Wertheimer Hall
Jul 02 1880
In regard to: Wertheimers Hall
In regard to: Mazarto, Martel
Jefferson bringing variety troupe from Philadelphia
Sep 01 1880
In regard to: Jefferson, Johnny
In regard to: Gem Theatre
New troupe left Cincinnati yesterday morning. Will be here to open Gem on the 15th
Sep 03 1880
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Band to furnish music at DeSmet Band grand ball
Sep 10 1880
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E
String Band to provide music for Northcoat's ball
Sep 12 1880
In regard to: Lead City
Spoken of in highest terms of praise, vocal artist
Sep 17 1880
In regard to: McIntyre, Mary
String band provided music for Homestake Ball
Oct 02 1880
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe
Circus asks for Indians to exhibit in Australia
Oct 07 1880
In regard to: Simmons, Jack
Nye's Hall to be used as theatre during winter
Oct 10 1880
In regard to: Nye, John A.
Secure seats for opening night or for full season
Nov 13 1880
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Few people know magnitude and convenience of theatre
Nov 16 1880
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Well known all over west as successful manager
Nov 16 1880
In regard to: Lord, James A.
In regard to: Troupe engaged at Metropolitan Theatre
Deadwood, Wed and Sat, Central, Tues and Fri, Lead, Thurs
Nov 16 1880
In regard to: Lord Troupe
Rendered play "Our Boys" at Miners Hall in Lead
Nov 20 1880
In regard to: Lord Troupe
Second appearance this evening in "Miss Multon"
Nov 20 1880
In regard to: Lord Troupe
Splendid cast shows him to be a good manager
Nov 21 1880
In regard to: Lord, James A.
Second appearance of Lords Co. met with full house
Nov 21 1880
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Of Lord Troupe, made Times office a pleasant call
Nov 24 1880
In regard to: Lord, James A.
In regard to: Webster, C.B.
Picolo Band to furnish music for Prof Hauseler bal
Nov 27 1880
In regard to: Lead City
Troupe playing a few nights in Rapid City
Dec 08 1880
In regard to: McGuire, John
Theatrical manager has decided to locate here
Dec 11 1880
In regard to: Sawtelle, J.
Entertainment to be given at Nye's Opera House
Dec 14 1880
In regard to: Maguire, John
Mrs. K. Gardner has opened dining rooms in Nye's
Jan 01 1881
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Spelling Bee to be held at opera house
Jan 06 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Is ready to furnish music for parties
Jan 14 1881
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe E
St.John benefit will show waxworks at Nye's
Jan 20 1881
In regard to: Jarley, Mrs.
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Gandolfo furnished music for Social Club ball
Jan 20 1881
In regard to: Lead
St. Johns gives entertainment at Nye's
Jan 30 1881
In regard to: Episcopal Church
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Will furnish 1st class music for balls, ad
Feb 01 1881
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe E
Lady Audley's Secret and Sarah's Young Man at Nye's
Feb 09 1881
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
To perform with Sawtelle's troupe
Feb 08 1881
In regard to: Gaffy, Fanny B.
In regard to: Edwards, Annie P.
Engagement over, performers give benefit at Nye's
Feb 08 1881
In regard to: Sawtelle Theater
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Mrs. Jarleys wax "figgers" perfect at Nye's
Feb 02 1881
In regard to: Wax Works
Troupe has no interest in performances at Nyes
Feb 09 1881
In regard to: Sawtelle Theater
Provided music for firemen's fair
Feb 13 1881
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E.
Opera troupe engaged Central city hall
Mar 09 1881
In regard to: Hocket Vandeville
To furnish music for Hose co. grand ball
Mar 09 1881
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E.
Band to provide music for Central masquerade ball
Mar 12 1881
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E.
To furnish music for St. Johns social Easter Week
Apr 13 1881
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E.
Has opened restaurant under Nye's Opera House
Apr 27 1881
In regard to: Robinson, R.W.
Prof.'s string band furnished music for I.O.O.F.
Apr 28 1881
In regard to: Gandolfo, Joseph E.
Husband wishes to bring theatrical troupe to Deadwood
May 01 1881
In regard to: Gilbert, Belle
Actor wants to perform in Deadwood with wife Belle Gilbert
May 01 1881
In regard to: Gilbert, Jim
Lyceum entertainment will be an oasis
May 12 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Leaves for the east to obtain entire new troupe
May 12 1881
In regard to: Webster, C.R.
Reserve seats at Hamilton and Rockfellow's
May 14 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"The Last Loaf" to be given at Nye's Opera House
May 14 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
New theatrical company named for 1st-class actress
May 29 1881
In regard to: Leland, Emma, Miss
Part of the new theatrical company of C. R. Webster
May 31 1881
In regard to:
In regard to: Truches, Fred
In regard to: Rogers, Sadie, Mrs
In regard to: Rich, Harry
In regard to: Randolph, Jessie L
In regard to: McCabe, T.F.
In regard to: Leland, Emma, Miss
In regard to: Fargo, I.L.
In regard to: Beers, I.N.
In regard to: Baker, Ella, Miss
New combination to give opening performance
Jun 01 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Dickens' "Cricket on the Hearth" to be given
Jun 04 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
New theatrical company meeting with deserved success
Jun 05 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Services to be held at Nyes Opera House
Jun 05 1881
In regard to: Methodist Church
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Theatrical troupe to perform at Spearfish
Jun 13 1881
In regard to: Webster, C.R.
Elegant comedy company is delighting our citizens
Jun 13 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Is worthy of all patronage
Jun 14 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Hazel Kirke" to be performed in Lead by new company
Jun 15 1881
In regard to: C. R. Webster Company
"Theatrical company will not repeat any play
Jun 15 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Audience well pleased by performance of Matrimony
Jun 16 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Child Stealer" 1 of the best performances given
Jun 20 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Our Girls" to be presented for the 1st time
Jun 21 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Uncle Tom's Cabin" to be produced by Webster Co.
Jun 24 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Hazel Kirke" to be performed for 2nd time
Jun 30 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Theatrical co to give grand July 4 matinee
Jul 02 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
July 4 matinee was total failure
Jul 05 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Hidden Hand" plantation scene to have songs, dance
Jul 06 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Romantic drama "Rosedale" to be presented
Jul 09 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Irish drama "Pike O'Callighan" to be performed
Jul 12 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Nan the Goodfornothing to follow Pike O'Callaghan
Jul 13 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Only 1 week left of the dramatic season
Jul 15 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Actor hands" are in Spearfish to give performance
Jul 18 1881
In regard to: Nye,
"Pilgrims and Strangers" to be benefit performance
Jul 22 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Company will produce "Colleen Bawn"
Jul 26 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Acting troupe made $250 in Lead
Jul 27 1881
In regard to: Lewis Combination
"Night of Enchantment" was far superior to others
Jul 29 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
There will only be standing room for Lewis' troupe
Jul 30 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
In New York to get new troupe
Aug 01 1881
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
To lecture "Our Young Folks" at Nyes Opera House
Aug 05 1881
In regard to: Cleveland, Clara E
Leased rear of Nyes Opera House to be restaurant
Aug 06 1881
In regard to: Mahan, John
New restaurant in rear of Nyes Opera House
Aug 06 1881
In regard to: Palace, The
Came in with troupe to start up at Gem theater
Aug 31 1881
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
To direct parlor minstrel entertainment
Aug 31 1881
In regard to: Webster, C.R.
Band played beautiful music in memory of president
Sep 21 1881
In regard to: Ollerenshaw, Joe E
To attend anniversary of big fire at Nyes
Sep 26 1881
In regarad to: Nye's Opera House
Meeting to be held to discuss railroad project
Nov 25 1881
In regarad to: Nyes Opera House
St Johns Guild to meet at Nye's for sociable
Nov 26 1881
In regarad to: Nye's Opera House
To perform in children's program at Nye's
Dec 06 1881
In regard to: Nye's Opera House
Best orchestra in Hills engaged for Aesthetics
Dec 14 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Aesthetic Minstrels will perform here
Dec 19 1881
In regard to: Lead
In regard to: Central City
In regard to: Aesthetic Minstrels,
In regard to: Blackface Minstrelsy, Jim Crow Minstrelsy
Aethetic 2nd performance to be different than 1st
Dec 31 1881
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Central hall was jammed for aesthetic performance
Jan 04 1882
In regard to: Aesthetic Minstrels,
In regard to: Blackface Minstrelsy, Jim Crow Minstrelsy
Will return with 1st class dramatic troupe
Jan 06 1882
In regard to: Nye, John
Sunday school cantatas for benefit of library fund
Feb 21 1882
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Five Fairies" to be held here
Feb 24 1882
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Esmeralda" to be produced by St Johns Guild
Apr 04 1882
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Only a few seats left for "Esmeralda"
Apr 12 1882
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
Floor begins to give way during "Esmeralda" show
Apr 13 1882
In regard to: Nyes Opera House
"Esmeralda" troupe to have benefit for actress
Apr 25 1882
In regard to: Gaffey, L.E., Mrs.
Esmeralda troupe of Central to give testimonial
Apr 29 1882
In regard to: Esmeralda troupe
Several artists severe connections with theatre
Jul 11 1882
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Swearengen left Sidney with new troupe for Gem. Telegraphed departure from Sidney.
Sep 16 1882
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Gem Theatre
Manager of Tennessee Jubilee Singers arrives on 10
Oct 08 1882
In regard to: Root,
Grand three tent and center-pole circus at Central City
Oct 19 1882
In regard to: Central City
Gift enterprise plan, beat suckers out of every $1
Oct 26 1882
In regard to: Selbies Circus
Daugherty and Miller opening saloon and music hall
Oct 29 1882
In regard to: Theatre Comique
In regard to: Miller, Tom
In regard to: Daugherty, Dan
Man well know in Hills, veteran circus man
Dec 21 1882
In regard to: Castello, Dan
Troupe booked to perform at Rapid City
Mar 02 1883
In regard to: Vincent, Charlie
Music rendered as good as any ever re-echoed in gu
Jul 06 1883
In regard to: Deadwood Brass Band
Park Theatre, formerly known as Stone??s Opera House, is run by Mr. Burns with Mr. Butler as stage manager and Professor Upwald as musical director.
In regard to: Stone??s Opera House.
In regard to: Burns, John.
In regard to: Butler, Harry.
In regard to: Upwald.
In regard to: Park Theatre.
January 19, 1884
Only first-class place of amusement. Proprietor, J.C. Burns; director of amusements, Harry Butler; musical director, Professor Upwald; leader of brass band, J.A. Upwald. Admission: 25 cents. Private boxes: 50 cents.
In regard to: Burns, J.C.
In regard to: Butler, Harry.
In regard to: Upwald.
In regard to: Upwald, J.A.
In regard to: Park Theater.
February 1, 1884
Park Theatre was crowded to see the new program for the week.
In regard to: Park Theatre.
February 10, 1884
Harry Butler, stage manager and comedian of the Park Theatre, closed his engagement last evening.
In regard to: Butler, Harry.
In regard to: Park Theatre.
February 16, 1884
Park Theater. Formerly Stone??s Opera House. Lower Main Street, Deadwood. J.C. Burns, sole proprietor. Harry Butler, director of amusements. Professor Upwald, musical director. J.A. Upwald, leader of brass band. The only first-class place of amusement in the city. Crowded houses nightly. Everything new and spicy. Admission 25 cents. Private boxes 50 cents. Advertisement.
In regard to: Burns, J.C.
In regard to: Butler, Harry.
In regard to: Upwald.
In regard to: Upwald, J.A.
In regard to: Park Theater.
March 1, 1884
Bound for Coeur d'Alene. J.S. Burns will soon start for the above named country, and will give a farewell benefit, grand masquerade ball for the "girls and the gang" on Saturday evening, March 9th. Don??t fail to give him a good send off. Advertisement.
In regard to: Burns, J.S.
March 5, 1884
J.S. Burns will give a grand masquerade ball at the Park theater. A nice present will be given to the most graceful gentleman and lady waltzers present. The girls and the gang are all invited to be present.
In regard to: Burns, J.S.
In regard to: Park Theater.
April 19, 1884
Langrishe and troupe in Coeur d'Alene.
June 6, 1885
Jack Langrishe and theatrical troupe are in the Coeur d'Alene.
In regard to: Langrishe, Jack.
Circus draws large audience.
May 19, 1886
The Great Eastern Circus drew large audiences at both performances, yesterday. Today the company opens at Lead for two days, thence to Fort Meade.
In regard to: Circus.
Advance agent arrives.
Oct. 1, 1886
Frank M. Daly, advance agent for McFadden's Boston Double Uncle Tom's Cabin company, arrived at the Wentworth last evening.
In regard to: Daly, Frank M.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
McFadden's Uncle Tom.
Oct. 1, 1886
Called the strongest theatrical combination known to the Hills -- to open Oct. 6 at the Opera house presenting Uncle Tom's Cabin
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
In regard to: Putnam, Libbie.
In regard to: Putnam, Marchie.
In regard to: Partington, Sallie.
In regard to: Cresmond, Sam.
Famous dog Tiger.
Oct. 5, 1886
Among the six trained blood hounds with the Boston Double Uncle Tom's Cabin, will appear the famous dog Tiger.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
Amusements.
Oct. 7, 1886
Uncle Tom's Cabin so well performed, it practically becomes a new play; Mikado bazaar.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
In regard to: Cresmond, Sam.
In regard to: Partington, Sallie.
In regard to: Sylvester, Miss.
In regard to: Putnam, Marchie.
In regard to: Putnam, Libbie.
In regard to: Wither,
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House
Uncle Tom troupe arrives.
Oct. 8, 1886
The Uncle Tom troupe, seventeen people, two donkeys and five blood hounds, arrived by special coaches yesterday morning. The company is quartered at the Wentworth.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
Regular fall season at Opera House.
Oct. 8, 1886
The regular fall season at the Deadwood Opera House opened last evening with McFadden's Uncle Tom's Cabin company.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company
Matinee and farewell performance.
Oct. 9, 1886
Matinee and farewell performance of Uncle Tom's Cabin.
In regard to: McFadden's Theatrical Company.
Pearson to meet dramatic troupe.
July 1, 1886
Manager Pearson goes to Rapid today to meet the Barbour dramatic troupe, which begins a tour of the Hills at that place today.
In regard to: Pearson, A. Y.
In regard to: Barbour dramatic troupe.
Hawthorne troupe at the Wentworth.
July 6, 1886
The Grace Hawthorne troupe is at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
Amusement the minstrels.
July 28, 1886
The Georgia Minstrels opened at Rapid Monday evening to packed hall.
In regard to: Georgia Minstrels.
In regard to: Barbour Dramtic Troupe.
Barbour farewell; Georgia Minstrels.
July 31, 1886
Edwin Barbour Comedy Company close engagement with two performance today; Chadron recommend Georgia Minstrel show to friends in the Hills.
In regard to: Barbour Dramatic Troupe.
In regard to: Georgia Minstels.
Pearson books attractions.
Jan. 29, 1887
Manager Pearson has book a number of first-class attractions: Katie Putnam conbination, Fanny Beane-Gilday troupe, Harry Webber's "Nip and Tuck" company, and Pauline Markham.
In regard to: Pearson, A. Y.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Beane-Gilday troupe.
In regard to: Webber, Harry.
In regard to: Nip and Tuck company.
In regard to: Markham, Pauline.
Pearson meeting Putnam troupe.
Feb. 22, 1887
Manager Pearson is at the end of the track to receive the Katie Putname troupe soon to appear in this city.
In regard to: Katie Putnam Troupe
Advance agent arrives.
Feb. 26, 1887
J.H. Ferris, advance agent for Katie Putnam combination, arrived last evening.
In regard to: Ferris, J. H.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
Manager Pearson leaves for Rapid.
Feb. 27, 1887
Manager Pearson leaves this morning for Rapid, where Katie Putnam opens a week's engagement tomorrow evening.
In regard to: Pearson, A. Y.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
A week of genuine comedy.
March 1, 1887
One week, commencing Monday, Mar. 7, Katie Putnam, supported by her excellent comedy company.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Katie Putnam Troupe.
In regard to: Pearson, A. U.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Whitely, John.
Putnam and company at the Wentworth.
March 8, 1887
Katie Putnam and her excellent company, 13 altogether, are nicely located at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
Shoot the hat.
March 9, 1887
Universal opinion of male portion of audience at Katie Putnam troupe performance is that three-story-in-height hats be shot.
In regard to: Lynn, Bill.
In regard to: Knight, Andrew J.
In regard to: Patton, John D.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
Best and most artistic performance.
March 11, 1887
We regret that the crowded condition of our columns prevents an extended review of what was the very best and most artistic performance of the Katie Putnam company.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
Putnam's final performance.
March 12, 1887
With this evening's performance Katie Putnam and her talented company close the most brilliant, successful and in every way satisfactory season known to theatre goers of the Hills.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
In regard to: Emery, H. G.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Devlin, James D.
In regard to: Glassford, A.
In regard to: Barlow, Frank.
In regard to: Hicks, L. P.
In regard to: Burroughs, C. R.
In regard to: Nelson, George.
In regard to: Mathias, Fanny.
In regard to: Putnam, Mary.
In regard to: Gaffney, Belle.
Putnam season closes.
March 13, 1887
Katie Putnam closes season at Deadwood, and will begin Lead entertainment.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Whitely, John.
In regard to: Ferris, J. H.
In regard to: Devlin, J. D.
Robinson organizing show troupe.
March 18, 1887
Jack Robinson so infatuated with show business he has organized a first-class troupe in this city. Times reporter invited to look in and was amused.
In regard to: Robinson, Jack.
In regard to: Weedon, Charles.
In regard to: Rosenkranz, Henry.
Farewell engagement at Opera House.
March 27, 1887
Tomorrow evening Miss Putnam begins a farewell engagement at the Opera House, Deadwood.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
Small audience attends final performance.
March 29, 1887
A small audience witnessed at the Opera House Katie Putnam's performance of Fanchon.
In regard to: Katie Putnam troupe.
Entertainment pronounced superior.
May 12, 1888
We unhesitatingly pronounce Monte Cristo production superior to all previous.
In regard to: Monte Cristo Troupe.
In regard to: Lewis,
In regard to: Julian, Fred.
In regard to: Bridgeland, T. B.
In regard to: Nannary, P. A.
In regard to: Randolph, Alex.
In regard to: Taylor, james.
In regard to: White, E. H.
In regard to: Barton, J. W.
In regard to: Elwood, Grace.
In regard to: Newton, Ada.
Grace Hawthorne Troupe
Blum at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Blum, Paul C.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 4, 1886
Grace Hawthorne to appear in Deadwood.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Dennison, Louise.
In regard to: Willis, Bertie.
In regard to: Lapelle, Marie.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Boardman, T. A.
In regard to: Sawyer, Ford.
In regard to: Whiting, Harry.
In regard to: Pearson, A. Y.
In regard to: Kiemer Hall.
June 5, 1886
Firman-Jack colonel found lacking.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Blum, Paul.
In regard to: Firman Jack Company.
June 5, 1886
Blum reports on dramatic company.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Blum, Paul.
June 9, 1886
Hawthorne at the Opera House.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 11, 1886
Talented company at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 15, 1886
Five hundred attend show.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Willis, Bertie.
In regard to: Boardman, T. A.
June 16, 1886
A dramatic treat.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 17, 1886
Amusements at the Opera House.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Willis, Bertie.
In regard to: Swayer, Fred.
June 18, 1886
Amusements Oliver Twist.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 19, 1886
Firmin-Jack plays at Carbonate.
In regard to: Firman-Jack Company.
In regard to: Carbonate camp.
June 19, 1886
Grace Hawthorne??s closing night.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
June 20, 1886
Firman-Jack performance tomorrow.
In regard to: Firman-Jack Company.
In regard to: Firman, Annie.
In regard to: Jack, John.
June 20, 1886
Amusements June 22.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Firmin-Jack Company.
June 22, 1886
Blum making Spearfish arrangements.
In regard to: Blum, Paul.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 23, 1886
Regnier severes connection.
In regard to: Regnier, Leon.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Harcourt,
In regard to: Firmin-Jack Company.
June 23, 1886
Blum returns from Spearfish.
In regard to: Blum, Paul.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
June 26, 1886
Hawthorne benefit.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Star, Solomon.
In regard to: Fox, Alvin.
In regard to: Bischoff, Herman.
In regard to: Wilson, John R.
In regard to: McPherson, Donald A.
In regard to: Romans, Squire P.
In regard to: Washabaugh, Frank J.
In regard to: Skinner, Tristrem L.
In regard to: Mahan, John.
In regard to: Zipp, Frank.
In regard to: Reuben, Leonard.
In regard to: Bent, E. C.
In regard to: Taylor, George C.
In regard to: Bonham, W. H.
In regard to: Russell, J. W.
In regard to: Cornell, John D.
In regard to: Hunter, John.
In regard to: Brodway, T. E.
In regard to: W. E. Lowe and Company.
In regard to: Bartleu, C. A.
In regard to: Franklin, Harris.
In regard to: Russell and Higbie.
In regard to: Herschfield, M.
In regard to: Robinson, George H.
In regard to: Sutton and Cosgriff.
In regard to: Williams, C.
In regard to: Ayres and Wardman.
In regard to: Browning and Wringrose.
In regard to: Max Fishel and brother.
In regard to: Warner, Porter.
In regard to: Hastings, W. B.
In regard to: Bonham, M.
In regard to: Gillette and Heckmann.
In regard to: Champlin, Edward P.
In regard to: Hastie, Addison W.
In regard to: Babcock, Lyman F.
In regard to: Wertheimer, M. J.
June 30, 1886
Two nights at the Opera House.
In regard to: Deadwood Opera House.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Harcourt, William.
In regard to: Ford, Clint.
In regard to: Kimble, E. M.
July 1, 1886
Five curtain calls at Spearfish.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Spearfish.
In regard to: Carbonate camp.
July 3, 1886
Manager Kelly at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Kelley, W. W.
July 3, 1886
Hawthorne troupe at the Wentworth.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
July 6, 1886
Matinee largely attended.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Ford, Clint.
In regard to: Kimball, Ed.
July 6, 1886
Miss Hawthorne's benefit.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
July 7, 1886
Hawthorne company in Central.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
July 8, 1886
Our mines July 14.
In regard to: Mining.
In regard to: Iron Hill Mining Company.
In regard to: Seabury-Calkins Mining Company.
In regard to: Segregated Iron Hill Mining Company.
In regard to: Rattler-Gilroy Mining Company.
In regard to: Far West Mining Company.
In regard to: Silver Hill Mining Company.
In regard to: Mountain Rose Mining Company.
In regard to: Trent Mining Company.
In regard to: Iron Mountain Mining Company.
In regard to: Uncle Sam Mine.
In regard to: Gregg, Harry.
In regard to: Bullock, Seth.
In regard to: Guild, John.
In regard to: Keokuk Mining Company.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Bear Gulch Mine.
In regard to: Grace Hawthorne Mining Company.
In regard to: Oro Fino Mine.
In regard to: Skinner, Tristrem L.
In regard to: Key West Mining Company.
In regard to: Ruby Wonder Mining Company.
In regard to: Caledonia mill.
July 14, 1886
Barringer connection severed.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Kelly, W. W.
July 18, 1886
Ford back from Hawthorne tour.
In regard to: Ford, Clint G.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
July 30, 1886
Hawthorne -- Only American girl.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Kelley, W. W.
Aug. 6, 1886
Hawthorne sails for Europe.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Kelly, W. W.
Aug. 26, 1886
Our mines Sept. 26.
In regard to: Mining.
In regard to: Iron Hill Mining Company.
In regard to: Minna Mining Company.
In regard to: Eureka Mining Company.
In regard to: Millett, R. D.
In regard to: Weinberg, E. A.
In regard to: Grace Hawthorne Mining Company.
In regard to: Kelly, W. W.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
In regard to: Alexander Mining Company.
In regard to: Galena Treasure Mining Company.
In regard to: Madge Mining Company.
In regard to: Cora Mine.
In regard to: Andrews,
In regard to: Richmond Mining Company.
In regard to: Sitting Bull Mine.
In regard to: Hester A. Mine.
In regard to: Silver Queen Mine.
In regard to: Hammond, I. B.
In regard to: Cambrian Mine.
In regard to: Retriever Mine.
In regard to: New Era Mine.
In regard to: Buxton Mine.
In regard to: Hanley,
In regard to: Christie,
In regard to: Walton,
In regard to: Great Northwestern Oil Company.
In regard to: Whittaker, Joseph A.
In regard to: Brooklyn Mine.
In regard to: Nelson, Joseph.
Sept. 26, 1886
Kelly a jewel.
In regard to: Kelly, W. W.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
March 29, 1887
Word about Miss Grace Hawthorne.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
Aug. 31, 1887
Word on Grace Hawthorne.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
Oct. 28, 1887
Insane patients needs hospitalization.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Hospital.
In regard to: Crocker, A. G.
Feb. 8, 1888
Hawthorne reported married.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
March 30, 1888
Bastile an honor to citizens.
In regard to: Lawrence county jail.
In regard to: Harding, Jimmie.
In regard to: Crist, S. B.
In regard to: Thomas, Charles.
In regard to: Barringer, Charles.
In regard to: Barnett, Lotta A.
In regard to: Falls, Eliza.
In regard to: O'Brien, Pat.
April 29, 1888
Murray penniless at death's door.
In regard to: Murray, James.
In regard to: Hawthorne, Grace.
May 10, 1888
An Era of Entertainment, Best Days Behind Them
Impresario Swearingen returns to the Gem.
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Boyle, Clara.
In regard to: Stephens, Pearl.
In regard to: Baker, Elnore.
In regard to: Miller, Belle.
March 27, 1890
Deadwood after dark.
In regard to: Gem Theatre.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
June 4, 1891
Gem opens after refitting.
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Kearnes, Oscar.
In regard to: Kearnes, Sallie.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
In regard to: Carroll, Bobbie.
In regard to: Woortthorpe, Harry.
Dec. 3, 1891
Harry Montague??s latest hit.
In regard to: Gem Theatre.
In regard to: Montague, Harry.
In regard to: Levyne, Letty.
In regard to: Duncan, Carrie.
In regard to: Merrick, Frankie.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
In regard to: Crotty, Joe.
In regard to: Mack, Billy.
April 5, 1892
Mikado at the Gem.
In regard to: Montague, Harry.
In regard to: Levyne, Letty.
In regard to: Duncan, Carrie.
In regard to: Welch, George T.
In regard to: Mack, Billy.
In regard to: Filburn, Ray.
In regard to: Filburn, Miss.
In regard to: Crotty, Joe.
In regard to: Merrick, Frankie.
In regard to: Merrick, Jessie.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
April 19, 1892
New scenery at the Gem.
In regard to: Swearingen, Albert E.
In regard to: Gem Theatre.
In regard to: Montague, Harry.
In regard to: Duncan, Carrie.
In regard to: Levyne, Letty.
In regard to: Welch, George.
In regard to: Mack, Billy.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
In regard to: Crotty, Joe.
In regard to: Davens, Madge.
In regard to: Merrick, Jessie.
In regard to: Merrick, Frankie.
In regard to: Carrigan, Bobby.
In regard to: Woods, Fannie.
In regard to: Filburn, Annie.
In regard to: Oro, Carrie.
In regard to: Filburn, Ray.
In regard to: Baker, Ella.
May 10, 1892
"Jack the Ripper" at the Gem.
In regard to: Gem Theatre.
In regard to: Garrison, William J.
In regard to: Conklin, Ella.
In regard to: Goldsmith, Mose.
In regard to: Goodwin, James.
In regard to: Mack, Billy.
In regard to: Leonard, Ollie.
In regard to: Hall, Pidgie.
In regard to: Kelly, Minnie.
In regard to: Kasten, Al.
In regard to: Dunn, Myra.
In regard to: Dunn, Kara.
In regard to: Zimmerman, Al.
June 3, 1893
Fire destroys two blocks.
In regard to: Fire.
In regard to: Gem Theatre.
In regard to: Chilson, Mrs.
In regard to: Chilson, Albert.
In regard to: Saunders,
In regard to: Fire department.
In regard to: Graves and Dennis.
In regard to: Nye block.
In regard to: Larenson and Adam Stable.
In regard to: Haskell, Belle.
In regard to: Harding, J. A.
In regard to: Stone, Gib and Company.
In regard to: DeMouth, Whealen and Graves.
In regard to: Ayres and Wardman.
In regard to: Cameron and Kennedy.
In regard to: Smith, Charles H.
In regard to: Star and Bullock Hardware Company.
In regard to: Croughlin and Allen.
In regard to: Keller, Gus.
In regard to: Coleman, Nathan.
In regard to: Fish, James.
In regard to: Cheairs, H. P.
In regard to: Morgan, W. J.
In regard to: Edholm, N. J.
In regard to: Beals, H. H.
In regard to: Franklin and Baer.
In regard to: Fassold, John.
In regard to: McDonald, Edward.
In regard to: Shubert, Jacob.
In regard to: Fink, Joseph.
In regard to: Palmer, L. H.
In regard to: Sutherland and Hutchinson.
In regard to: Parker, L. M.
In regard to: Nwlaon, O.
In regard to: Chase, Isaac H.
In regard to: Castner, M. V.
In regard to: Gray, M. W.
In regard to: Wilson, M. B.
In regard to: Swift, Joseph.
In regard to: Clark, Horace.
In regard to: Plowman, A. J.
In regard to: Selbie, William.
In regard to: King, Joseph.
In regard to: Bauman, Mrs.
In regard to: Robinson, George.
In regard to: Jacobs, D.
In regard to: Hoffman, William.
In regard to: Steiger, George.
In regard to: Cohen, Gus.
In regard to: Electric Light Company.
In regard to: Butler, George.
In regard to: Warriner, A. B.
In regard to: Duffy, John.
In regard to: Baxter, Lee R.
In regard to: Shorty.
In regard to: Sutherland, James.
March 6, 1894
Early Day Sideline Promoters and Agents
Charles E. Stacy
Stacy, Charles in Bella Union Co.
Stacy, Charles
Sep 09 1876
Stacy to perform at Deadwood Theatre
Stacy, Charles E.
Feb 24 1877
Stacy, Chas. E. cook for I.X.L. from St. Louis
Stacy, Charles E.
Apr 28 1877
Stacey, C.E. to open variety show
Stacy, Charles E.
Sep 12 1877
Stacy and Gandolpho lease the Bonanza
Stacy, Charles E.
Gandolfo, Joseph E.
Sep 13 1877
Stacy, Charley shipped wagon load of girls to RC
Social
Oct 02 1877
Stacy, Chas. coaches to carry cargo of girls
Social
Oct 16 1877
Leaves Deadwood, with two ladies
Stacy,
Jan 03 1878
Floor Manager at Sherman House for Calico Ball
Stacy, Charles E.
Jun 22 1878
Deadwood Brass and String Band, benefit social
Stacy, Charles
Sep 12 1878
Will use his utmost endeavors to please everyone
Stacy,
Nov 21 1878
Last ball of the season for his benefit
Stacy, Charley
Apr 18 1879
Dance Sunday evening for benefit of Charley Stacy
Fireproof Hall
Apr 19 1879
Bill poster, prompt attention given to all orders
Stacy, Charles E.
Jun 01 1879
Wing Well, Charley Stacy, E. Sick and other Chinese
Wing Well
Jul 10 1879
Bucking because butchers dumped scraps in Chinatown
Stacy, Charley
Jul 10 1879
In Crook City and Sturgis to sell Maillards vinegar
Stacy, Charles
Jul 16 1879
French Joe, his cook, found guilty as horse thief
Stacy, Charley
Aug 20 1879
Kicking about people putting dead dogs in creek
Stacy, Charley
Aug 29 1879
Knows all the "bankers daughters" in town
Stacy, Charlie
Sep 21 1879
First grand inaugural ball of the season
Stacy, Charley
Sep 14 1879
Kindly volunteered his services for Rogers benefit
Stacy, Charles E.
Mar 02 1880
Birth, girl, only baby in town worth raising
Stacy, Charles E.
Mar 02 1880
Will be at Central with masquerade suits to rent
Stacy, Charles E.
Apr 08 1880
Leased Walker building on lower Main for a saloon
Stacy, Charles E.
Apr 24 1880
Arrested on complaint of Mollie Johnson, disorderly
Stacy, Charles E.
May 30 1880
Had Stacy arrested for drunkenness, case dismissed
Johnson, Mollie
May 30 1880
Farewell ball given by C.E. Stacy at Gem Theatre
Stacy, Charles E.
Jun 08 1880
In new carbonate camp working 2 mines
Stacy, Charles
Aug 02 1881
Owned by C. Stacy in new carbonate camp
Master Charles Mine
Adna Mine
Aug 02 1881
Colonel packs traps, will soon be at new camp
Stacy, Charles
Aug 03 1881
Has taken a location in new carbonate camp
Stacy, Charles
Aug 03 1881
Charley Stacy strikes it rich in mine
Edna Mine
Aug 05 1881
New carbonate camp mine owned by Stacy
Warner Mine
Merrick Mine
Martin Mine
Aug 12 1881
Is the great silver mining king of the new belt
Stacy, Charles
Aug 12 1881
Struck it big in the Edna mine
Stacy, Charles
Aug 05 1881
Discovered fire at new joss in Chinatown
Stacy, Charley
Sep 22 1881
At firemen’s convention
Stacy, Charles
Mar 25 1882
Pioneer and Times reporters visit Portland Mill
Stacy, Charley
Aug 09 1882
Good live, energetic man, will do himself justice
Stacy, Charley
Aug 23 1882
Doing some quiet but hard work in Second ward
Stacy, Charley
Sep 24 1882
Rented I X L Hotel, opening it as short order house
Stacy, Charlie
Jan 03 1883
Retired from hotel business, gentleman of leisure
Stacy, Charley
Jan 23 1883
Stacy engaged Co for season of dramas and comedies
Vincent Company
Jan 30 1883
Stacy left yesterday to work on his mines
Stacy, Charley
May 06 1883
Channel turned taking Stacys house and Chinese theatre
Stacy, Charley
May 19 1883
Statement of losses by Deadwood citizens from flood
Stacy, Charles
May 20 1883
Large force of men started in repairing damages
Stacy, Charley
May 22 1883
Case of territory vs Stacy and wife was dismissed
Stacy, Charley
Aug 09 1883
Indefatigable, irrepressible Stacy was in city
Stacy, Charles
Aug 10 1883
Source for Casey and Baer buying Fords establishment
Stacy, Charles
Aug 10 1883
Hotel arrivals at Cosmopolitan, of Sturgis
Stacy, C.E.
Aug 26 1883
Arrivals and departures.
Stagelines.
Stacy, C. E.
Sept 22, 1885
Stacy at the Merchants.
Stacy, Charles.
March 9, 1886
Stacy to publish fair programme.
Stacy, Charley.
Black Hills Fair Deadwood Advertiser.
Sept. 10, 1887
Agent for Pearson.
Stacy, Charles.
Pearson, A. Y.
Butler, Harry.
Sept. 28, 1887
Deadwood Hose elects officers.
Fire department.
Stacy, C. E.
Nickerson, A. G.
Lawson, C. C.
Swartzwald, Samuel.
Dority, W. H.
Weeden, L. H.
Oct. 7, 1887, p.4, col.3.
Hose company to raffle watch and earrings.
Deadwood Hose Company.
Dority, W. H.
Weedon, L. H.
Stacy, C. E.
Gillette and Heckmann.
Oct. 30, 1887
Stacy opens paint shop.
Stacy, C. E. and Company.
Sept. 4, 1889
Accident Prone Harry Butler
Suffering fearfully with throat, can’t talk or eat
Butler, Harry
May 24 1882
Arrivals at Overland, from Lead
Butler, Harry
Dec 12 1882
Injured in fall during Ford benefit, to have benefit
Butler, Harry
Feb 01 1883
Professional friends giving him a benefit performance
Butler, Harry
Feb 10 1883
Benefit will take place at Gem on next Friday
Butler, Harry
Feb 11 1883
Benefit moved to Kiemer Hall, changed to Monday night
Butler, Harry
Feb 15 1883
Park Theatre, formerly known as Stone’s Opera House, is run by Mr. Burns with Mr. Butler as stage manager and Professor Upwald as musical director.
Stone’s Opera House.
Burns, John.
Butler, Harry.
Upwald.
Park Theatre.
January 19, 1884
Fell down Gem Theatre stairs, broke collar bone
Butler, Harry
Jan 24 1883
Only first-class place of amusement. Proprietor, J.C. Burns; director of amusements, Harry Butler; musical director, Professor Upwald; leader of brass band, J.A. Upwald.
Contents Admission: 25 cents. Private boxes: 50 cents.
Burns, J.C.
Butler, Harry.
Upwald, J.A.
Park Theater.
February 1, 1884
Harry Butler, stage manager and comedian of the Park Theatre, closed his engagement last evening.
Butler, Harry.
Park Theatre.
February 16, 1884
Park Theater. Formerly Stone’s Opera House. Lower Main Street, Deadwood. J.C. Burns, sole proprietor. Harry Butler, director of amusements. Professor Upwald, musical director. J.A. Upwald, leader of brass band. The only first-class place of amusement in the city. Crowded houses nightly. Everything new and spicy. Admission 25 cents. Private boxes 50 cents.
Burns, J.C.
Butler, Harry.
Upwald, J.A.
Park Theater.
March 1, 1884
Butler thanks fire department.
Fire department.
Butler, Harry.
Dix, Julian.
Damon, Harry.
Bischoff, Herman.
Whitbeck, L. F.
Jan. 5, 1886
Kiemer Hall for rent.
Kiemer Hall.
Butler, Harry.
Wood, I. H.
March 2, 1886
Billboards being erected.
Butler, Harry.
March 5, 1886
Butler sluicing out Main Street.
Butler, Harry.
Main Street.
April 23, 1886
Thankful hooks.
Fire department.
Casey, Pat.
Treber, John.
Talbot, Dave.
Smith, Frank.
Romans, Squire P.
Rosenkranz, Henry.
Butler, Harry.
Jan. 25, 1887
Agent for Pearson.
Stacy, Charles.
Pearson, A. Y.
Butler, Harry.
Sept. 28, 1887
Butler recovering from accident.
Butler, Harry.
Nov. 1, 1887
Butler residence burglarized.
Butler, Harry.
Butler, Harry Mrs.
July 7, 1889
Butler leaves a free man.
Butler, Harry.
Butler, Harry Mrs.
Railroads.
May 1, 1891
Butler anxious to return to Hills.
Butler, Harry.
April 29, 1892
George Redmond, Thespian Board Walker and "Kinght of the burnt-cork"
Redmond, George in Deadwood
Redmond, George
Jul 25 1877
Lewis case against George Redmond false
Lewis,
Aug 13 1877
Redmond, George case with Miss Lewis dropped
Redmond, George
Aug 13 1877
To perform at the Bella Union Theatre
Redmond, George
Feb 07 1878
In Deadwood
Redmond, George
Feb 07 1878
Hamtown Students in jubilee and plantation melodies
Redmond, George
Feb 19 1878
Bella Union
Redmond, George
Feb 20 1878
Benefit at the Bella Union
Redmond, George
Sep 26 1878
At the Bella Union
Redmond, George
Apr 11 1878
Appearing at the Bella Union
Redmond, George
Apr 11 1878
To appear at the Bella Union
Redmond, George
Apr 12 1878
George Redmond, "Kinght of the burnt-cork"
Redmond, George
Apr 26 1878
Trying to cross plank, fell in with budge
Redmond, George
Apr 26 1878
At Bella Union
Redmond, George
May 11 1878
At Gem Theatre tonight with new troupe
Redmond, George
Dec 18 1878
The South Deadwood Hose Company No 1
Redmond, George
Dec 05 1879
Is to be the martyr in the balloon that goes up
Redmond, George
Jul 04 1879
Fell into the Whitewood through the ice
Redmond, George
Dec 24 1879
Marriage, to Miss Ida Lee, by Rev E.F. Atwood
Redmond, George
Lee, Ida, Miss
Feb 11 1880
To give entertainment for aid to Rev Lessel
Redmond, George
Feb 18 1880
Kindly volunteered his services for Rogers benefit
Redmond, George
Mar 02 1880
Volunteered to appear tonight for Johnson benefit
Redmond, George
Mar 19 1880
Deadwood Hose Co got big scoop over Homestake Co.
Redmond, George
Apr 24 1880
Billy and Edith’s benefit
Redmond, George
Jun 17 1880
Arrested for assault upon Martin at Gem Theatre
Redmond, George
Oct 13 1880
Central City grateful to hose companies for service
Redmond, George
Nov 11 1880
Never fails in whatever part he is cast
Redmond, George
Nov 21 1880
Roosted in cooler last night for abusing wife
Redmond, George
Mar 05 1881
Files complaint against wife for adultery
Redmond, George
Apr 15 1881
Husband George files complaint of adultery
Redmond, Iva
Apr 15 1881
Gathering props for grand ball in Custer
Redmond, George
Dec 16 1881
Large herd of cattle near Custer, was in theatre
Redmond, George
Mar 24 1883
Fireman, thespian board walker and old boy, returns
Redmond, George
Aug 29 1883
On The Bill at The Gem and Bella Union Theatres, Deadwood, South Dakota 1876 - 1894: Negro Minstrels, Hottentots, Clog and Jig Comic Dancers, Serio-comic Singers and Ethiopian Dutch Irish Comedians, Acrobats, Contortionists and Double Trapeze Acts, Sketch Artists and Marksmanship, Living Statuary and Deadwood Brass Bands
Tom Miller, Banjo and Variety Artist, Theatrical Manager, 1876 - 1884
Pete Reid, Renowed Tenor Singer, 1876 – 1877
James McDonald and Seven Year Old Baby McDonald, Skate Dancing, 1877
Lew Spencer, Charles Gilday, Fannie Beane, Negro Minstrels, Clog and Comic Dancers, 1877 – 1878
John Dillon, Comedian in Irish and Negro Persona, Ions and Ballads, 1878, 1890-1891
Little Pearly Duval, A Pretty Child Contortionist, 1878
Minnie and Lillie Hassan Sisters, Beautiful Little Song and Dance Artists, 1878
Mademoiselle Jeannette and Lola Parchal, Serio-comic Song, Double Trapeze Acts, 1878
Boisset Family of Six, Acrobats and Musical Artists, Trapeze, Song, Dance with Banjo, 1878
Little Etolia and the Celeste Sisters, The Fairy Elf of Song and Dance, 1878
Minnie Denzer, The Songstress, 1878 – 1879
Edith Valentine, Georgie Morrell, Charles Vincent, Vincent Combination Troupe, Serio-comedic Vocalist, Song and Dance, Sketch Artists 1879 – 1880
Ella LaRue, Female Banjoist and Cornet Soloist, 1877 and 1879
Den and Ella Howe, Feats of Marksmanship, Merry Makers, 1879 - 1880, 1882
Oscar Willis, Hottentots, A Clever Ethiopian Comedian, 1879 – 1880
Billy Mack, Hottentots, Deadwood's Favorite Comedian, 1879 - 1880, 1892 – 1893
Tommy Jefferson, Hottentots, Superior Minstrel of Stage in The West, 1879 - 1880
Foley and Waters, Double Jig Dance and Ethiopian songs, 1879 - 1880
Jackson and Keefe, Double Clog Dancers, 1879 - 1880
Trixy and Vernie Vernon, "marvel of beauty and way up as queen of song", 1879 – 1880
Inez Sexton, Queen of Operatic and Ballad Song, 1880
Mademoiselle Blanche, "Too much praise cannot be given her as a danseuse", 1880
Ned Ainsley, Gem Theatre Comedian, Celebrated Negro Delineator, 1880
Deadwood's Brass Bands, 1877 – 1888
Pete Reid, Renowed Tenor Singer 1876 – 1877
1877 Reid, Pete is clerk for Charley Utter at saloon
1877 Reid performs at Melodeon
1877 Reid, Pete first apperance at Gem Variety Theatre
1877 Reid, Pete renowned tenor singer
1877 Reid, Pete to volunteer at Theatre
1877 Reid, Pete will sing, actor Langrishe Theatre
1876 Reid, Pete benefit at Bella Union
1876 Reid, Pete running a nice restaurant and saloon
Seven Year Old Baby McDonald, Clog and Skate Dancing 1877
1877 McDonald, Baby wonderful child Gem Theatre
1877 Swearenger, Al will get Baby McDonald and James McDonald
1877 McDonald, James Champion skate and clog dancer
1877 McDonald, Baby and James appear at Gem Theatre
1877 McDonald, James skate dancing, Gem Theatre
1877 McDonald, Baby 7 years old, phenomenon at Gem theatre
1877 McDonald, Baby Versatility of our baby at Gem Theatre
1877 McDonald, James of Bella Union has son
1877 McDonald, Baby and James volunteered for Vaidis Benefit
1877 McDonald, Baby receives a benefit at Central City
1877 McDonald, James and Baby leave for Cheyenne
1878 Father Jim McDonald of Baby McDonald, might hang for murder
1879 McDonald, Jim with Baby McDonald, now in Newark, N.J., acquitted
1879 McDonald, Baby performing to crowded houses in Denver
1881 Death McDonald, James, variety actor shot by Leadville man
1881 MacDonald, James leacherous actions may be reason for his murder
Lew Spencer and Charles Gilday Negro Minstrels
Clog and Comic Dancers 1877 – 1878
Lew Spencer
1880 Dutch comedian shot his wife in Denver, arrested
1879 Now in prison at Denver for shooting his woman
1878 All new programme tonight at Bella Union
1878 Bella Union, sining
1878 Boisset Combination, Dutch comedian
1878 "Dutch Nigger", Lew Spencer is to receive benefit Bella Union
1878 "Dutch Nigger" is to receive benefit at Bella
1878 In Dutch songs, dances and funny sayings
1878 Lew Spencer, for Washington's Day will tell truth
1878 Lew Spencer, many of his songs and sayings ancient
1878 Lew Spencer, the King of the bones
1878 Marriage to Miss Mollie Johnson, "Drama of Life"
1878 Referee at Bella Union wrestling match
1878 Rendered comical farce entitled "Baby Elephant"
1878 "Sift Sand Sal" received uproarous laughter
1878 This will be the best performance yet offered
1878 Walking match at Nuttallberg
1877 Gilday, Charles and Lew Spencer negro minstrelcy
1877 Gilday, Charles and Lew Spencer clog and comic dance
Charles Gilday and Fannie Beane Romance
Photo Comedienne Fannie Beane 1870
Popular vaudeville comedienne Bella Union.
Fanny married her partner Charles Gilday in Deadwood
forming the Beane-Gilday Troupe. © Picture History.
Photo Comedienne Fannie Beane 1875
Popular vaudeville comedienne Bella Union. © Picture History.
Gilday, C. in Deadwood
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Jun 04 1877
Beane, Miss Fannie in Deadwood
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jun 04 1877
Beane, Miss Fannie performance at Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jun 08 1877
Beane, Fannie preforms at Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jun 13 1877
Beane, George comedian Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, George
Jun 17 1877
Gilday and Giniven, acrobatic and music acts, Bella Union
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Jun 17 1877
Beane, Fannie actress, singer, Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jun 17 1877
Gilday, Charles in Deadwood
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Jul 14 1877
Beane, Miss at the Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jul 24 1877
Beane, Fannie at the Bella Union
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Jul 26 1877
Beane, Miss Fanny marries Charles Gilday at Nuttal’s
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Aug 01 1877
Norcross, Rev. performed Gilday and Bean marriage
In regard to: Norcross, L.P.
Aug 01 1877
Beane, Miss Fannie tells about her romance with Gilday
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Aug 02 1877
Gilday, Charles and Lew Spencer negro minstrelcy
In regard to: Black Americans
Aug 02 1877
Gilday, Charles and Lew Spencer clog and comic dancers
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Aug 02 1877
Gilday, C. of Barton in Deadwood
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Aug 10 1877
Volunteered for Vaidis benefit
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
In regard to: Gilday and Giniven
Aug 11 1877
Beane, Fannie to perform
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Aug 16 1877
Gilday and Giniven perform at Bella Union
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
Aug 23 1877
Gilday and Giniven "Knights of the burnt cork"
In regard to: Black Americans
Aug 23 1877
Beane and Giniven and Gilday leave Deadwood
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
In regard to: Gilday, Charles
In regard to: Giniven, William
Sep 10 1877
Beane, Fannie performs in Bismarck
In regard to: Beane, Fannie
Sep 28 1877
Pearson books attractions.
In regard to: Pearson, A. Y.
In regard to: Putnam, Katie.
In regard to: Beane-Gilday troupe.
In regard to: Webber, Harry.
In regard to: Nip and Tuck company.
In regard to: Markham, Pauline.
Jan 29, 1887
Lotta Gray, Songstress 1876 - 1877
Gray, Lotta in Bella Union Company
In regard to: Gray, Lotta
Sep 09 1876
Sang Centennial Flag Song for cheering crowd on 4th
In regard to: Gray, Lotta, Miss
Jul 06 1877
Vaidis Sisters, 3 Young Girls, Trapeze Performers 1877
1877 Vaidis, Mrs. of Cheyenne in Deadwood
1877 Vaidis Sisters to perform at Bella Union
1877 Vaidis Sisters receive benefit at Gem theatre
1877 Bean, Fannie volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Garretson, Fannie volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Gilday and Giniven volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 LaRue, Ella volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 LeRoy, Miss Kitty volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Martin, M. volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 McDonald, Baby and James volunteered for Vaidis Benefit
1877 Miller, Tom volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Monte Verde, Lurline volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Murdy, Sam volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Parks, Walter volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Spencer, Lew voluntered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Warren, Lizzie volunteered for Vaidis benefit
1877 Vaidis Sisters trapeze performance at Gem theatre
1877 Vaidis Siters leave for Cheyenne with Mr. Leamy
1877 Vaidis sisters and widowed mother receive money?
Deadwood Brass Bands 1877 - 1888
Gem Theatre Brass Band, 1877 - 1887
Bella Union Brass Band, 1877
Joseph E. Gandolfo, Great Western String and Brass Band, 1877 - 1881
Professor Joe H. Ollerenshaw, violinist, band and orchestra leader, 1878 - 1884
Deadwood Brass and String Band, 1878 - 1888
Metropolitan Brass and String Band, 1879
The Seventh Cavalry Band of Ft Meade, 1879 - 1885
1877 Miller, and Nuttall's brass band plays through street
1877 Bella Union Brass Band play on balcony
1878 Joseph E. Gandolfo, Palace Restaurant, Great Western String and Brass Band, ad
1878 Deadwood Brass and String Band, benefit social
1878 Deadwood Brass Band, to help Yellow fever sufferers
1878 Brass band is ready to play at any occassion
1879 Gem Theatre Band, this makes the third brass band in Deadwood
1880 Nathan Colman and H. B. Beaman, Musicians from South Dwd organize a brass band
1880 C.W.N. Ruggles, advance guard of the brass band played at Oyster Bay
1881 Prof. Q. B. John to perform in Ollerenshaw's brass band
1881 Joe E. Ollerenshaw's brass band to be at fair
1882 Deadwood Brass Band, parties desiring services of band, contact Moody
1882 Charles C. Moody, authorized agent for Deadwood Brass Band
1883 Deadwood Brass Band, music rendered as good as any ever re-echoed in gulch
1883 Joe Hayes, who has but recently returned from a visit to the old homestead, has bought out the stock, and leased the fixtures of the Merchants hotel billiard saloon and bar. He took possession last evening, but on this evening will have his opening. The Deadwood brass band has been engaged, and will make it pleasant and agreeable for Joe's old friends. In addition to the music, there will be a free lunch, to which all are invited. This simple announcment is all that is necessary to bring a big crowd, as Joe's friends are everybody, and they will be on hand to give him a good send off.
1884 Park Theater. Formerly Stone's Opera House. Lower Main Street, Deadwood. J.C. Burns, sole proprietor. Harry Butler, director of amusements. Professor Upwald, musical director. J.A. Upwald, leader of brass band. The only first-class place of amusement in the city. Crowded houses nightly. Everything new and spicy. Admission 25 cents. Private boxes 50 cents.
1885 The Deadwood Brass Band has kindly consented to play several religious overtures at the new Methodist church.
1888 For the first time in the history of the Black Hills a brass band went to the top of White Rocks Sunday and filled the area for miles around with music. Nelson was on hand to take a half dozen photographs.
John Dillon, Irish Comedian 1878, 1890-1891
"Gave all his money away, will recipients remember?"
Great Irish comedian
In regard to: Dillon, John
Apr 11 1878
Celebrated Irish comedian to appear at Bella Union
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 06 1878
Great Irish comedian at Bella Union for first time
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 10 1878
Irish commedian at Bella Union
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 11 1878
At Bella Union
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 12 1878
Irish comedian introducing songs and imitations
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 18 1878
Original Irish sketch, "The Ambitious Politician"
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 18 1878
His act "An Ambitious Politician" a grand success
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 20 1878
At Bella Union in his regular line
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 28 1878
In Irish and negro persona ions and ballads
In regard to: Dillon, John
May 31 1878
Will do his best to please at Boisset benefit
In regard to: Dillon, John
Jun 18 1878
New variety theatrical company formed here
In regard to: Dillon, John
Jul 17 1878
Leaves Deadwood
In regard to: Dillon, John
Jan 20 1879
Gave all his money away, will recipients remember?
In regard to: Dillon, John
Mar 11 1879
Dillon in "Wanted, the earth!"
In regard to: Dillon Comedy Company.
In regard to: Dillon, John.
April 15, 1890
Standing room only.
In regard to: Dillon Comedy Company.
In regard to: Dillon, John.
In regard to: Miller, Ella.
In regard to: Irving, Alice.
In regard to: Deming, Marion.
In regard to: Wight, Ogden S.
In regard to: Rollins, Charles.
In regard to: Atkinson, Earl.
In regard to: Phelps, E. G.
April 24, 1890
Frandine and Dillon arrested.
In regard to: Frendine, John.
In regard to: Dillon, John.
May 5, 1891
A night of fun at the Opera house.
In regard to: Dillon, John.
May 9, 1891
Audience of 200 for John Dillon.
In regard to: Dillon, John.
May 15, 1891
Little Pearly Duval, A Pretty Child Contortionist 1878
1879 Now located in New York City
1879 Playing at the Coliseum in Leadville
1878 The boneless wonder, the petite songstress
1878 Camp Sturgis, Little Pearly had her watch stolen
1878 The child wonder, well known
1878 Complimentary benefit to be Wednesday at Langrishe Theatre
1878 Entertainment at the Arcade Theatre draws crowd
1878 Gem Theatre singer
1878 In her contortion act at the Gem Theatre
1878 Little Pearly Duval in amazing contortion feats
1878 Little Pearly in an excellent variety show
1878 Little Pearly, a pretty child contortionist
1878 Little Pearly is simply wonderful, a child her age
1878 Little Pearly will perform on trapeze at 12:00
1878 Little Pearly wearing attorney's shirt stud
1878 Pioneer indebted to her for her photograph
1878 Re-engagement of Lola, Jeannettte, and Little Pearly
1878 To be at benefit at Bella Union for Lew Spencer
1878 To perform at the Bella Union
1878 Took picture of Little Pearly on Sherman St
1878 Will also appear in Gallaghers' benefit
Minnie and Lillie Hassan Sisters, Beautiful Little Song and Dance Artists 1878
1878 Beautiful little song and dance artist
1878 Great Parisian Can Can to be produced at Bella Union
1878 Hassan sisters to appear during Ladies Night Bella Union
1878 Have re-engagement at Bella Union
1878 Sallie and Minnie Hassan at the Bella Union
Death Hasson, Lillie, variety actress married to butcher here, June 10
Mademoiselle Jeannette and Lola Parchal, Serio-comic Song and Double Trapeze Acts 1878
1878 Bad case of vertigo cured by carresses of Lola
1878 Certified checks payment for return of Lola to Deadwood
1878 Combination of talent that is ahead of any other
1878 Friday evening the 3rd, grand "Lola" ball
1878 Her choice serio-comic songs and trapeze acts
1878 In Deadwood, Bella Union actress
1878 Mademoiselle Jeannette and Lola Parchal in double trapeze
Photo Mademoiselle Jeannette 1875
Trapeze artist © Picture History.
Photo Mademoiselle Jeannette 1875
Trapeze artist © Picture History.
1878 Justice Barker's Court
1878 Lola's Troupe, will not appear at Tom Miller's
1878 Miss Jeannette will appear at the Bella Union
1878 Negotiating for large building above post off
1878 Lola Parchal, Queen of the trapeze will make her last appearance
1878 Reddy Fitzgerald struck Miss Lola with a bottle
1878 Re-engagement of Lola, Jeannettte, and Little Pearly
1878 Referred to as "three orphans" in bill for benefit
1878 Lola Parchal renting building to open up a business
1878 To be at benefit at Bella Union for Lew Spencer
1878 To perform at the Bella Union Theatre
1878 Trapeze performance has seldom been equalled
1878 Upon the trapeze tonight at the Bella Union
1878 We went to the exhibition, so did everyone else
1878 Will do "Leap for Life", through a fire baloon
1882 Marriage, Billy Learned to Pearl Jeannette, variety actress
Boisset Family of Six, Acrobats and Musical Artists
Trapeze, Song and Dance with Banjo Accompaniment 1878
1879 Opened at the Windsor Theatre in New York
1878 All new programme tonight at Bella Union
1878 Are at Georgetown, Colorado
1878 Birth, Madame Boisset gave birth to healthy boy
1878 Boisset family in daring leaps on trapeze and bars
1878 Boisset benefit at Langrishe Theatre
1878 Boisset family of 6, acrobats, musical artist
1878 Boisset Combination, female Samson
1878 Boisset Combination, Dutch comedian
1878 In their grotesque musical eccentricities
1878 In classic gymnastics at Bella Union
1878 Jules, Hugo and Fred in their classic gymanstics
1878 Manager of the Boisset family to have benefit
1878 New variety theatrical company formed here
1878 Reached Cheyenne last week, they had a long trip
1878 Song and dance with banjo accompaniment
1878 Trapeze, horizontal bar, pantomine and clodoche
1878 Will perform upon the trapeze, the blindfolded leap
Little Etolia and the Celeste Sisters, The Fairy Elf of Song and Dance 1878
1878 Rose Celeste and Belle Celeste, Dual dances created quite a sensation
1878 Catholic Fair, Little Etolia and Celeste Sisters, net $1,300
1878 Little Etolia, Entertainment at the Arcade Theatre draws crowd
1878 Little Etolia, The fairy elf of song and dance
1878 Rose Celeste, Fancy and skipping rope dancer, stands without rival
1878 Little Etolia and Celeste Sisters, Grand complimentary farewell benefit at Bella Union
1878 Little Etolia and Celeste Sisters, Song and dance at the Arcade Theatre
Minnie Denzer, Charming Vocalist, Acknowledged as Queen of Song
"Is a good girl on general principals out here" 1878 - 1879
1878 Charming vocalist with White’s variety troupe
1878 Charming vocalist, acknowledged as Queen of Song
1878 Excelled her former efforts of "Essie, Dear"
1878 Performances of troupe improving under manager
1878 Give an entertainment Monday evening
1878 The queen of song at Gem Theatre
1878 Entertainment at the Arcade Theatre draws crowds
1878 Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem
1879 Benefit for Miss Minnie Denzer next Saturday
1879 The songstress to have a benefit at Gem Theatre
1879 Benefit for Miss Minnie Denzer next Saturday
1879 The songstress to have a benefit at Gem Theatre
Mademoiselle Cerito, "Has no equal in her line of business" 1878
1878 Premiere dansuese of the world will make appearance
1878 Madam Cerito, Permiere Dansuese-solo and Pantiminist
1878 Is a big card, will create a sensation here
1878 Brillant performances unequalled on American stage
1879 Been engaged to play for Tony Pastor on Broadway
Photo Tony Pastor 1875
Theatre Manager and Comic Vocalist on Broadway © Picture History.
Mademoiselle Louise, "A bevy of grace and beauty on list at Gem Theatre" 1878
1878 Will give grand ball at Fire Proof Hall
1878 The event of the season
Mademoiselle Realta, "Will soon appear in her great feats of strength" 1878
1878 New variety theatrical company formed here
1878 Great act of firing a cannon from her shoulder
1878 Female Hercules, strongest woman at Langrishe
1879 Opened at the Windsor Theatre in New York
Minnie Denzer, The Songstress 1878 – 1879
1879 Benefit for Miss Minnie Denzer next Saturday
1879 Is a good girl on general principals out here
1879 Minnie Denzer, the songstress, to have a benefit
1879 The songstress to have a benefit at Gem Theatre
1878 Charming vocalist with White's variety troupe
1878 Charming vocalist, acknowledged as Queen of Song
1878 Entertainment at the Arcade Theatre draws crowd
1878 Excelled her former efforts of "Essie, Dear"
1878 The queen of song at Gem Theatre
Jack Newman, Singer 1878
1878 To be at benefit at Bella Union for Lew Spencer
1878 To appear at the Bella Union
1878 Shows great improvement in his charactor songs
1878 Immense bill tonight at the Bella Union
1878 Hamtown Students in jubilee & plantation melodies
1878 Combination of talent that is ahead of any other
1878 "Gray Hairs of My Mother" drew much applause
Vincent Combination Troupe 1879 - 1880
Edith Valentine, Georgie Morrell, Charles Vincent
Serio-comic Vocalist, Song and Dance Sketch Artists
A Deadwood Favorite, The Vincents
1890 Former Gem belle commits suicide. "Edith Valentine committed suicide recently at Seattle by shooting herself thro' the head. She was formerly a belle of the variety artists at the Gem, in this city."
Dec 26 1890
1880 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, acquitted herself creditable, grand entertainment
1880 Billy Mack and Edith Valentine to have benefit
1880 Edith Valentine continues to be a favorite with the public
1880 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, Did not authorize my name being on Montcrief bill
1880 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell favorite serio-comedic vocalist, song and dance
1880 Valentine involved in horseback riding accident
1880 Edith Valentine, Vincent Opera House to give complimentary benefit
1880 Edith Valentine with husband, Billy Mack, working at Miles City
1880 Georgie Morrell with husband, Charles Vincent, working at Miles City
1880 Georgie Morrell "Going To The Races" was well done
1879 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, Among the new performers at the Gem Theatre
1879 Edith Valentine has become a great favorite at the Gem Theatre
1879 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, In song and dance, "Where Golden Lilies Cluster"
1879 Edith Valentine and Georgie Morrell, In pretty sketch, "Down by the Old Mill Stream"
1879 Ella LaRue, Oscar Willis, The Vincents, Edith Valentine, Georgie Morrell kept the audience in convultions at every scene
1879 Little Edith carrying away hearts of young bloods
1879 Edith Valentine performance cannot be surpassed in any large city
1879 Edith Valentine petite song and dance lady a perfect gem in her line
1879 Edith Valentine singing is superior to that of any artist
1879 Edith Valentine stage is covered with silver coin after performance
1879 Edith Valentine unique songs and dances were highly entertaining
1879 Edith Valentine, Vincent Combination Troupe arrived on Thanksgiving
1879 Georgie Morrell will appear in extravaganza "New York Volunteers"
1879 Georgie Morrell hit of the evening was the singing
Ella LaRue, Female Banjoist and Cornet Soloist 1877 and 1879
1886 Old time variety performer at Idaho
1880 Appears for the first time this season at Gem
1880 Old friends have not forgotter her
1880 Received four deserved enchores in her banjo
1879 The act of Courage Jerry is worthy of mention
1879 Appears in a cornet and bone solo
1879 Appears in "Woman's Rights" at the Gem Theatre
1879 Captivates all by her banjo solos and songs
1879 Continues to please and gain favor each evening
1879 Excellent coronet playing at the Gem Theatre
1879 Gem Theatre packed every night since arrival
1879 Great female banjoist and cornet soloist at Gem
1879 In society sketch of obedience keep audience happy
1879 Is a pains-taking performer and a great favorite
1879 Is an excellent cornet and banjo artiste
1879 Ella LaRue, Oscar Willis, The Vincents, Edith Valentine,
Georgie Morrell, kept the audience in convultions at every scene
1879 Only female coronetist, wonderful song and dance
1879 Those who have not heard her have missed a treat
1879 Will play her famous bone solo at the Gem Theatre
1878 Formerly one of the Bella Union girls, in Denver
1877 LaRue, Ella Flags of all nations Gem Theatre
1877 LaRue, Ella at democratic convention
Marie Templeton, Ceceilia Clinton, Tilla La Tour
"Comes in for a good share of applause at the Gem" 1878 - 1879
1878 Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem, Marie Templeton
1878 An unequalled vocalist from Academy in Chicago, Marie Templeton
1878 Sweet and artistic rendition of "The Gipsey’s Bride", Marie Templeton
1878 Has almost completely recovered her voice, Marie Templeton
1878 Miss Marie Templeton gave the audience several new songs Gem Theatre
1879 Comes in for a good share of applause at the Gem
1879 Has been secured to perform at the Gem Theatre, Tilla La Tour
1879 Always sure to please the audience at Gem Theatre, Cecilia Clinton
Gem Theatre Variety Artists 1877 - 1879
1877 Susie Miller of Memphis in Deadwood
1877 Grand wrestling match at Gem Theatre, Susie Miller
1877 Miss Susie Miller is the star, Gem theatre
1877 Susie Miller, cultured lady, at Gem Variety
1877 Susie Miller donates to Gayville fire victims
1877 Susie Miller to perform at Bella Union
1877 Susie Miller, last performance at Gem Theatre, Aug 21 1877
1877 Susie Miller will be married tonight, Aug 25 1877
1878 Part of White’s troupe of entertainers, Actress Georgie Blake
1878 Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem, Georgie Blake
1878 Will give excellent performance on slack wire, Georgie Blake
1878 Performances of troupe improving under manager, Edith Robinson
1878 Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem, Edith Robinson
1878 Part of White’s troupe of entertainers, Song-Dance, Edith Robinson
1878 Beautiful and petite song and dance artiste, Edith Robinson
1878 Contributors to the Fourth of July celebration, Edith Robinson
1879 Mark Hughes is immense at the Gem Variety Theatre
1879 Gaining favor nightly with wit and sparkle, The Shephards, John and Della
1879 Minstrels will give entertainment at Langrishe, The Shephards, John and Della
1879 Will appear in latest productions at Gem Theatre, Charles Archer
1880 Beautiful and talented young lady, an immense card, Miss May Graham
1880 Popular vocalist of eastern theatres at Fargo, Charles Archer
1880 Great serio-comic vocalist now at the Gem, Fannie Douglas
1880 Made a tremendous hit at the Gem Theatre, Fannie Douglas
1880 Fast coming to front as best vocalist ever here, Fannie Douglas
1880 Miss Douglas sings better every night, Fannie Douglas
1880 Still continues to please at the Gem Theatre, Fannie Douglas
1880 Still the recognized star as vocalist at Gem, Fannie Douglas
1882 Formerly a variety performer here, sheriff at Miles City, Charles Archer
Bella Union Theatre Variety Artists 1876 - 1878
1876 Eugene Holman volunteers at Bella Union
1876 Frank Thullen volunteers at Bella Union
1876 Ross Ingraham violinist at Bella Union
1877 Eugene Holman Gem Theatre
1877 Eugene Holman performs at Melodeon
1877 Eugene Holman banjo player Gem Theatre
1877 Eugene Holman banjoist Langrishe theatre
1877 Dan Rice to perform at Bella Union
1877 Hugh Doty at Bella Union Theatre
1877 Dick Devlin Irish character sings, dances
1877 Dick Devlin performance at Bella Union
1877 Dick Devlin of Chicago in Deadwood
1877 Miss Frankie Howard serio-comicalities, Bella Union
1877 Miss Frankie Howard attendant at Ginniven wedding
1877 Cas Franklin, tenor voice, Bella Union
1877 Chrissie Morrell singing at Gem Theatre
1877 Chrissie Morrell to perform at Bella Union
1877 Carrie Lewis to perform at Bella Union
1877 Carrie Lewis attendant at Ginniven wedding
1877 Carrie Lewis female Dutch impersonator
1877 Carrie Lewis serio-comic vocalist
1877 Carrie Lewis charges Redmond with robbery
1877 Carrie Lewis benefit at Bella Union, wrestling match
1877 Carrie Lewis and Lagrave marry
1878 Carrie Duval, this will be the best performance yet offered
1878 Carrie Duval rendition of "Don’t Be Angry With Me Darling"
1878 Carrie Duval rare banquet of semi-comic of gems
1878 Carrie Duval a vocalist of more than average merit
1878 Carrie Duval with a new repertoire of songs
1878 Carrie Duval in an excellent variety show
1878 Eugene Holman and Lola Parchal in Star Spangled Banner
1878 Eugene Holman banjo duet was exquisitely rendered
1878 Eugene Holman with his banjo
1878 Eugene Holman left tenement house moments before it slid down
1878 Eugene Holman, talent to appear in big tent of Kimball Brothers
1878 Eugene Holman to be at benefit at Bella Union for Lew Spencer
1878 Eugene Holman will play Star Spangled Banner upon banjo tonight
1878 Eugene Holman, Thomas Miller, Jack Newman, George Redmond
Hamtown Students in jubilee and plantation melodies
1878 Hamtown Students were certainly good and funny
1878 Hamtown Students, gently warble patriotic dirges
1878 Hamtown Students will vocalize tonight
1878 Thomas Miller in Irish and negro personations and ballads
1878 Thomas Miller immense bill tonight at the Bella Union
1878 O. B. Cutter, cornet player accepts engagement at Bella Union
Ella and Den Howe, Feats of Marksmanship
Den Howe and The Merry Makers 1879 - 1880, 1882
1879 Ella Howe and Den Howe of Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today
1879 Den howe collected artists from N.Y., Cincinnati and Chicago
1879 Ella How feats of marksmanship astonish all the crack shots
1880 Ella and Den Howe most remarkable performance in feats of markmanship
1880 Den Howe solo was encored to the echo
1880 Den Howe and his wife Ella in performance at the Gem Theatre
1880 Miss Ella Howe a beautiful and talented young lady, an immense card
1880 Den Howe defeated in the glass ball shooting match
1880 Ella and Den Howe in wonderful acts of marksmanship at Gem Theatre
1880 Den Howe with guns, are becoming the greatest favorites
1880 Ella Howe in society sketch of "No" was tip-top
1880 Den Howe is a nice old man, a little excitable
1880 Den Howe impersonates the character of Joshua
1880 Den Howe love story of how he met his wife
1880 Den Howe purchased Langrishe Theatre, athletic club put out
1880 Athletic club was located in the old Langrishe Theatre Central City
1880 Den Howe opening his new Howe Theatre tonight at Central
1880 Den Howe and wife Ella are both sick at Central
1880 Skating rink in Central is well patronized nightly by Den Howe
1880 Boys are fitting up Howe Theatre in Central City for gymnasium
1880 Den Howe to be at Billy and Edith Mack's benefit
1880 Den Howe several shooting matches came off at Central
1880 Den Howe Glass ball shoot at Central City for $100
1880 Den Howe Glass ball tournament came off at South Bend
1880 Den Howe since his arrival everyone has shooting fever
1882 Den Howe writes that he may soon be back in the Hills
1882 Ella Howe suffering with consumption, fears for survival
1882 Den Howe and wife Ella have taken rooms at Merchants
1882 Den Howe Combination appeared to highly pleased house
1882 Ella Howe cctress confined to room with severe indisposition
1882 Den Howe and Merry makers showed to large and delighted audience
1882 Den Howe New York Combination and "Budd and Annie" split
1882 Den Howe and Merry Makers will open new Theatre Comique Saturday
1882 Den Howe and Merry Makers at Central this evening
1882 Howes are as popular as ever in their sketches
1882 Unmitigated lie in Pioneer Newspaper called by Den Howe
1882 Den Howe and Merry Makers will show at Central tonight
1882 Merry Makers Carroll and Nelson, Irish and Ethiopian songs and dances are simply immense
1882 Merry Maker May Clark pleasing seriocomic takes well with patrons of play
1882 New York Merry Makers will receive benefit tonight
1882 Carroll, May Clark, The LeClaires, Nelson, to be on hand to amuse all at Merry Makers benefit
1882 Merry Maker May Clark will assist Mazarto in remarkable performance
1882 Merry Makers will show at Ft Meade and Sturgis
1883 Death Ella Howe, favorite actress to appear here, at Kansas
Edward Barrett Comes to Deadwood
Famous Chicago Comedian and Unrivaled Impersonator
Metropolitan Theatre Farce "When the Railroad Comes into Deadwood"
The famous Chicago comedian arrived, at Overland
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 16 1879
Chicago's favorite comedian to appear at Metropolitan
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 16 1879
One of the best comedians to ever appear in Hills
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 17 1879
Was around getting acquainted, made good impression
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 17 1879
All who saw him in Chicago want to see him again
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 19 1879
Has splendid musical voice, plus his comic ability
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 20 1879
The greatest comedian who has yet visited Deadwood
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Aug 21 1879
Managers to be congratulated for securing Barrett
In regard to: Metropolitan
Aug 23 1879
Has taken the town by storm in unrivaled impersonator
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 23 1879
The boys all say he is a "whale"
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 24 1879
Has a part that fits him like a glove
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 27 1879
Kept the audience convulsed with laughter
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 28 1879
To play Gravely in comedy "Our Innocent Pastor"
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 30 1879
Won new honors as old sexton, Our Innocent Pastor
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Aug 31 1879
To reap new honors by impersonation of poor husband
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Sep 04 1879
The favorite comedian of Metropolitan Co to appear
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Sep 10 1879
Assurance that audience will be kept in good humor
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Sep 13 1879
Comedian will take his farewell benefit
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Sep 16 1879
Farce of "When the Railroad Comes Into Deadwood"
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Sep 17 1879
Benefit filled the house, audience kept in a roar
In regard to: Barrett, Ed
Sep 18 1879
One of a Kind Deadwood Entertainment
Quinn, Barney pedestal skate dance Gem Theatre
May 19 1877
In regard to: Quinn, Barney
Bella Union, tight rope exhibition
In regard to: Bella Union
Jun 06 1877
Lazelle, Prof. tight rope walking, Bella Union
In regard to: Lazelle,
Jun 07 1877
Morgan, Matt has art exhibition at Bella Union
Jul 25 1877
In regard to: Morgan, Matt
In regard to: Matt Morgan Statuary Troupe
Bella Union, Matt Morgan Statuary Troupe
Jul 26 1877
In regard to: Bella Union
In regard to: Matt Morgan Statuary Troupe
Morgan, Matt troupe to perform at Bella Union
Aug 08 1877
In regard to: Morgan, Matt
In regard to: Matt Morgan Statuary Troupe
Troupe of "living statuary" asks judge for help
Aug 13 1877
In regard to: Morgan, Matt
In regard to: Matt Morgan Statuary Troupe
In regard to: Barker, Judge
Reopening with Mdlle Delino Pencho
In regard to: Bella Union
In regard to: Pencho, Delino
Jun 28 1878
The celebrated fancy and character dancer
In regard to: Pencho, Delino
Jun 28 1878
Illusionist and magician coming to Deadwood, is a mute
In regard to: Mazarto, Martel
Jun 20 1880
Prince of magicians and fire king, at Wertheimer Hall
In regard to: Mazarto, Martel
Jul 02 1880
Walked a wire from ground to top of court house
In regard to: Leona, Mademoiselle
Jul 07 1880
Made tight rope ascension at Central last evening
In regard to: Leona, Mademoiselle
Jul 11 1880
Showed skill by walking tightrope to top of Hall
In regard to: Leona, Mademoiselle
Jul 28 1880
Human salamander, fire king, remarkable performance
In regard to: Mazarto, Del
Jul 08 1882
Will assist Mazarto in remarkable performance
In regard to: Clark, May
Jul 08 1882
Mayor, and others, requested Mazarto to perform
In regard to: Phillips,
Jul 08 1882
Ladies and children invited to see great "Mazarto"
In regard to: Mazarto
Jul 08 1882
Entertainment at Keimer’s hall, by great fire king
In regard to: Mazarto, Del
Jul 11 1882
Severed all connections with Gem Theatre
In regard to: Mazarto, Del
Jul 11 1882
Combination will give another entertainment in Lead
In regard to: Mazarto, Del
Jul 22 1882
Signor Thrumcatguti nightly performs at Comique
In regard to: Theatre Comique Central City
Jun 25 1882
List of fireworks discharged by Signor Sangiovanni
In regard to: Sangiovanni, Guglielmo G.
Jul 04 1883
Pyrotechnist by profession, in charge of fireworks
In regard to: Sangiovanni, Guglielmo G.
Jul 04 1883
Oscar Willis, A Clever Ethiopian Comedian
"The funniest end man ever in the Hills"
"What he doesn't know about theatre, not worth knowing" 1879 – 1880
Gem Comedy Quartette Selection of Ethiopian Acts
Oscar Willis, Billy Mack, Tommy Jefferson, Keefe and Jackson
1881 Death, one-time Deadwood resident, at Bismarck
1881 Giving banjo lessons in Bismarck
1880 Oscar Willis as Jake, made things lively as he always does
1880 Oscar Willis, Billy Mack, Tommy Jefferson, Keefe, Jackson,
comedy quartette in selection of Ethiopian acts
1880 Oscar Willis and Tommy Jefferson, full scope to display
ability as Ethiopian artists
1880 Has not superior on the minstrel stage in the West
1880 Oscar Willis, Billy Mack, Tommy Jefferson as The Hottentots
are a tremendous success
1880 In his challenge dance at the Gem Theatre
1880 In the way of funny niggers
1880 Is really a cooper of the first water
1880 Is funniest white or black nigger we ever saw
1880 Kept house in continual roar in Ethiopean eccentric
1880 Proved himself an expert with a violin
1880 Represents the Ethiopian department at Gem Theatre
1880 What he doesn't know about theatre, not worth knowing
1880 Writes from Bismarck, has been sick with lung fever
1879 The act of Courage Jerry is worthy of mention
1879 Always sure to please the audience at Gem Theatre
1879 Change in part of the artistes, change for better
1879 Collected artists from N.Y., Cincinnati and Chicago
1879 Did his banjo manipulation at the Gem Theatre
1879 Entertainment commenced with a parlor concert
1879 The funniest end man ever in the Hills
1879 House screamed with laughter, Troubles of a Senator
1879 In the very laughable act of Deaf in a Horn
1879 In burlesque "The American District Telegraph"
1879 In farce of the Quarrelsome servants
1879 In society sketch of obedience kept audience happy
1879 Is immense at the Gem Variety Theatre
1879 Is a clever Ethiopian comedian
1879 Kept the audience in a continuous roar of laughter
1879 Kept the audience in convultions at every scene
1879 Kept the audience in convulsions while on stage
1879 The mirth-provoking son of Momus, funny in extreme
1879 Pathetic ballads created a perfect furore
1879 Selected as stage manager at the Gem Theatre
1879 Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today
1879 Was in excellent humor at the Gem Theatre
The Olio, Traveling Variety Entertainers Admist the Minstrel Show, Second Act
In varied olio performance presented for 1st time
1880 Wesner,
1880 Kurtzweil, Johanna
1880 Willis, Oscar
1880 Jackson, W. H.
Jun 24 1880
At the Gem Theatre Olio Performance
1880 Byrnes, J. S.
1880 Mills, W. J.
1880 McKee, Andy.
March 16, 1888
Billy Mack Deadwood's Favorite Comedian
His Irish and Dutch acts are funny in the extreme"
"Few artists in the Irish line that can equal Billy" 1879 - 1880, 1892 – 1893
1879 Billy Mack brings down the house with Casey, the Piper
1879 Billy Mack caused roars of laughter as the colored servant
1879 Billy Mack entertainment conmmenced with a parlor concert
1879 Billy Mack, few artists in the Irish line that can equal Billy
1879 Billy Mack greatest feature will be his Irish eccentricities
1879 Billy Mack, his Irish and Dutch acts are funny in the extreme
1879 Billy Mack in Etheopian dances and songs, takes on many shapes
1879 Billy Mack in great plantation act, Jubilee Days, made a hit
1879 Billy Mack in Motto and Irish songs at the Gem Theatre
1879 Billy Mack is very funny as Our German Cousin
1879 Billy Mack puts on his new act of the Tramps
1879 Billy Mack and Vincent Combination Troupe arrived on Thanksgiving
1879 Billy Mack was the entree at the Gem Theatre last night
1879 Billy Mack will appear in new and sparkling specialities
1880 Billy Mack and Edith Valentine to have benefit
1880 Billy Mack in Chimney Corner put on by most popular of companies
1880 Oscar Willis, Billy Mack, Tommy Jefferson as the Hottentots
are a tremendous success
1880 Billy Mack in his Ethopian songs and sketches was simply immense
1880 Billy Mack, Deadwoods favorite comedian, 1st time this season
1880 Billy Mack is a host of himself in the funny line
1880 Billy Mack, peoples favorite in his Hibernian eccentricities
1880 Billy Mack represents the Dutch and Irish department at Gem
1880 Billy Mack tired out faber pusher's experince in the country
1880 Billy Mack of Vincent and Mack offer benefit for relief of sick
1880 Billy Mack with wife, Edith Valentine, working at Miles City
1884 Billy Mack, the funny comedian, is at Pierre
1890 Billy Mack's wife former Gem belle commits suicide. "Edith Valentine committed suicide recently at Seattle by shooting herself thro' the head. She was formerly a belle of the variety artists at the Gem, in this city."
1892 Billy Mack in Harry Montague's latest hit
1892 Billy Mack, Mikado at the Gem
1892 Bily Mack, new scenery at the Gem
1893 Billy Mack, "Jack the Ripper" at the Gem
Tommy Jefferson, Has No Superior on the Minstrel Stage
1879 Tommy Jefferson and Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today
1879 Tommy Jefferson excellent banjoist representing the Ethiopian corp
1880 Tommy Jefferson in the way of funny niggers
1880 Tommy Jefferson model of excellence in his respective line
1880 Tommy Jefferson has not superior on the minstrel stage in the west
1880 Tommy Jefferson represents the Ethiopian department at Gem Theatre
1880 Tommy Jefferson of Hottentots are a tremendous success
1880 Tommy Jefferson full scope to display ability as Ethiopian artist
1880 Tommy Jefferson is really a cooper of the first water
1880 Tommy Jefferson in "Moonshiners" was a masterpiece of comedy
1880 Tommy Jefferson kept house in continual roar in Ethiopean eccentricities
1880 Tommy Jefferson proved himself an expert with a violin
1880 Tommy Jefferson bringing variety troupe from Philadelphia
1880 Tommy Jefferson leaves Deadwood
1881 Thomas Jefferson to perform in "The Danites" at Sawtelle’s Theater
1881 Thomas Jefferson to perform "Unlce Reuben" at Wertheimer’s Theater
1882 Mr and Mrs Jefferson filling engagement in Miles City
1883 Tommy Jefferson Variety actor has quit stage, taken up ranching
Foley and Waters and Jackson and Keefe, Unparelleled Clog Dancing
1879 Foley and Waters, new eastern artists to join the Vincent Troupe
1879 Foley and Waters enjoyed double jig dance and songs of Ethiopian team
1880 Foley and Waters, Champion Double Clog at the Deadwood Opera House
1880 W. H. Jackson song and clog dance artiste was simply immense
1880 Foley and Waters best clog dancing ever seen in the Hills at Opera
1880 Jackson and Keefe in their unparelleled clog dancing at the Gem
1880 Jackson and Keefe, clog dancing challenge issued by Foley and Waters
1880 Jackson and Keefe, Tom Miller, Vincent and Mack, Foley and Waters agree to challenge at clog dancing
1880 Foley and Waters great song and dance and jig performers, ad
1880 Jackson and Keefe represents the Ethiopian department at Gem Theatre
1880 Jackson and Keefe in their double clog stand at the head of the list
Trixy and Vernie Vernon, "marvel of beauty and way up as queen of song"
"In the Dizzy Blondes, was crowing point of evening" 1879 – 1880
1880 Trixy and Vernie Vernon beautiful and talented young ladies
1880 Dr Charles W. Meyer attending Trixy and Vernie Vernon, both very low
1880 Trixy Vernon her solo was encored to the echo
1880 Trixy Vernon made her reappearance at the Gem Theatre last night
1880 Vernie Vernon marvel of beauty and way up as queen of song
1880 Trixie Vernon very low, feared she will not recover
1879 Trixie Vernon secured at enormous salary from Tony Pastors theatre
1879 Vernie Vernon A bevy of grace and beauty on list at Gem Theatre
Inez Sexton, Queen of Operatic and Ballad Song
"No one can sing higher, lower, softer or sweeter" 1880
1880 Song, "It Was A Dream", deserves special mention May 30 1880
1880 Bald Mtn poet John Mellor proposes marriage to Inez Sexton
1880 Being taken care of now that her illness is known
1880 Benefit was musical success but not financial one
1880 Clara L. Kellogg calls Inez Sexton "a voice of rare sweetness"
1880 Clara L. Kellogg calls her a high dramatic talent
Photo Clara Kellogg 1875
Popular soprano artist in United States, © Picture History.
1880 Gushing proposition from Mellor, the poet
1880 Had very close call, is felt she will recover
1880 Has a voice of great power and sweetness
1880 Has been ill, very liable to cross the range
1880 Her actions are strange, symptoms of insanity
1880 In her renditions of the opera at the Gem Theatre
1880 In operatic gems she is second to none
1880 Madamoiselle Sexton, a lady of gem serene
1880 More than charmed her numerous admirers at the Gem
1880 No one can sing higher, lower, softer or sweeter
1880 Performers Mr. and Mrs. Ainsley, Mart Alber, Tom C. Benntley, F. J. Chappelle, William H. Davenport, Den Howe, Ella Howe, W. H. Jackson, Thomas H. Jefferson, J. V. Kelly, J. W. Kenegy, H. L. Keney, Billy Mack, Georgie Morrell, Charles Posner, E. A. Swearingen, J. W. Telgrin, Oscar Willis, C. A. Wilson at the Gem take up collection for Inez Sexton
1880 Prima dona was indisposed, unable to appear at the Gem
1880 Dick King provided a place for Inez Sexton to stay
1880 Programmes for benefit concert are out
1880 Queen of opera, finest voice under perfect control
1880 Queen of operatic and ballad song to perform tonight
1880 Rapidly convalescing, will soon be about
1880 Recovering her health at Mrs Burnhams, Elizabethtown
1880 Rests well at night but is wild and flighty days
1880 Mrs Tracy seeing to it that Inez Sexton is taken care of
1880 Mrs F. C. Graham has been at the bedside of Miss Sexton for a week
1880 Noted Ogalalla Indian Brave, Womans Dress, visited Gem, loves Inez Sexton, offered 6 ponies for her
1880 Writer of Times presented with her photograph
1879 Straight from Ada Richmond's Burlesque Opera
In regard to: Sexton, Inez
Dec 30 1879
Photo Adah Richmond 1870
Created and directed the "Adah Richmond Operetta Bouffe Troupe"
© Picture History
1879 Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today Dec 28 1879, Oscar Willis, Minnie Willis, Minnie Warren, Vina Vernon, Tiney Vernon, Inez Sexton, Tommy Jefferson, Ella Howe, Den Howe, May Graham, M'lle Blanche
Mademoiselle Blanche
"Too much praise cannot be given her as a danseuse" 1880
1880 French Can Can and La Minuette was a decided success
1880 In the Dizzy Blondes, was crowing point of evening
1880 Makeup is complete and she plays her part faultless!
1880 Takes care of the Terpsichorean department at the Gem
1880 Too much praise cannot be given her as a danseuse
1879 Variety troupe for Gem Theatre arrives today Dec 28 1879, Oscar Willis, Minnie Willis, Minnie Warren, Vina Vernon, Tiney Vernon, Inez Sexton, Tommy Jefferson, Ella Howe, Den Howe, May Graham, M'lle Blanche
Ned Ainsley, Gem Theatre Comedian, Celebrated Negro Delineator 1880
1876 Flora Ainsley, Flora volunteers at Bella Union
1880 Ned Ainsley, new stars have arrived at the Gem Theatre
1880 Ned Ainsley as a funny nigger, is simply "way up"
1880 Ned Ainsley, performers at the Gem take up donations for Sexton
1880 Ned Ainsley suffered a case of jim-jams last night, A. W. Merrick
1880 Ned Ainsley very good comedian before whisky blunted his wit
1880, Flora Ainsley, wife of Ned, died here on April 1, 1877
1880 Ned Ainsley, disagreement among papers on rather he will recover
1880 Ned Ainsley celebrated negro delineator made 1st bow at Fargo
Rose Kellog, Operatic Vocalist, Vincent Dramatic and Comedy Company
Rose Kellog of New York, is at the Merchants
In regard to: Kellogg, Rose
Apr 19 1882
Will render some of her choicest vocalizations
In regard to: Kellogg, Rose
Jun 18 1882
Operatic vocalist part of Vincent dramatic and comedy company
In regard to: Kellogg, Rose
In regard to: Vincent Company
Jan 30 1883
Clever artists in Vincent company, entertaining
In regard to: Kellogg, Rose
Jan 31 1883
Jack sends regards from Spokane Falls.
In regard to: Kellogg, Rose.
May 30, 1888
Brief Appearances By Traveling Variety Artists and Non Professional Local Talent
Bella Union, tight rope exhibition
In regard to: Bella Union
Jun 06 1877
Lazelle, Prof. tight rope walking, Bella Union
In regard to: Lazelle,
Jun 07 1877
Lee, Miss Frankie, song and dance artist, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Lee, Frankie
Franklin, Cas. tenor voice, Bella Union
Jun 17 1877
In regard to: Franklin, Cas.
Played the organ for the Glee Club songs on 4th
Jul 06 1877
In regard to: Oliver, S.A.
Sang Centennial Flag Song for cheering crowd on 4th
Jul 06 1877
In regard to: Gray, Lotta, Miss
Women all sing, they sing loud, they sing always
Jul 08 1877
In regard to: Women
Listen for musical voice of auctioneer Clark
Nov 18 1877
In regard to: Clark,
Leimer, Carrie "sweet little song" Christmas 1877
Dec 26 1877
In regard to: Leimer, Carrie
Carrie Duval with a new repertoire of songs
Feb 13 1878
In regard to: Bella Union
Shows great improvement in his character songs
Feb 23 1878
In regard to: Newman, Jack
Singer at the Bella Union
Mar 14 1878
In regard to: Duval, Carrie
Colored maid, original Georgia Jubilee Singer
Mar 27 1878
In regard to: Hazen, Benjamin M.
Accomplished song and dance artist
Apr 11 1878
In regard to: Melville, Miss
Charming queen of serio-comic song
Apr 11 1878
In regard to: Marcy, Miss
Colored woman has song she sings at all times
Apr 22 1878
In regard to: Black Americans
To appear in song and dance tonight with Master Hugo
May 14 1878
In regard to: Freddy, Master
Instrumental Duett-German Landler and Tyrolian Song
Jun 27 1878
In regard to: Pichler, Anna
In regard to: Hurlbutt, E.
In regard to: Hart, Mollie
Song and dance artists are en route from Chicago
Jun 28 1878
In regard to: Reed, Jennie
In regard to: Laurence, Ida
Song, dance, clog and jig man, student of Hop Lito Leu
Jun 28 1878
In regard to: Gardner, Charles
Grand Chorus, Deadwood citizens to sing at Langrishe
Jun 30 1878
In regard to: Langrishe Theatre
In regard to: Burnham Music Store
Short stop demonstrated he is a good Irish singer
Jul 27 1878
In regard to: Murphy,
Musical voice heard today in "Going, Going, Gone"
Sep 19 1878
In regard to: Travis, Wes
Great song and dance at Gem Theatre
Nov 20 1878
In regard to: Thornton,
In regard to: Murphy,
Part of White’s troupe of entertainers, Actress
In regard to: Blake, Georgie
Dec 16 1878
Will give excellent performance on slack wire
In regard to: Blake, Georgie
Dec 18 1878
An unequalled vocalist from Academy in Chicago
In regard to: Templeton, Miss Marie
Dec 18 1878
Sweet and artistic rendition of "The Gipsey’s Bride"
In regard to: Templeton, Marie
Dec 19 1878
Has almost completely recovered her voice
In regard to: Templeton, Marie
Dec 20 1878
Miss Templeton gave the audience several new songs
Dec 20 1878
In regard to: Gem Theatre
In regard to: Templeton, Marie
Performance of the new Chicago troupe at Gem
In regard to: Templeton, Miss Marie
Dec 23 1878
Ladies of Red Ribbon to play piano and sing for all
Feb 20 1879
In regard to: Social Clubs
Comes in for a good share of applause at the Gem
In regard to: Templeton, Marie
Jul 04 1879
Was decidedly first-class in roll of Mrs Fairfax
In regard to: Allen, Hattie, Miss
Jul 04 1879
Asked by Adam to sing at the promenade concert
Aug 06 1879
In regard to: Thum, M.C.
Beautiful and accomplished little actress and singer
Aug 19 1879
In regard to: Rynar, Anna, Miss
Has splendid musical voice, plus his comic ability
Aug 20 1879
In regard to: Barrett, Edward
Is a pretty little Miss with a sweet voice
Aug 21 1879
In regard to: Rynar, Miss
Will sing several new and popular airs
Aug 23 1879
In regard to: Rynar, Annie
Sweet sounds of song issue from such a bad place
Aug 27 1879
In regard to: The Girls
In regard to: Johnson, Mollie
Sweet singer of the Hills consented - not to sing
Sep 03 1879
In regard to: Wood,
In regard to: Thum,
Personated the old woman in My Awful Mother-in-law
In regard to: Edwards, Mrs
Sep 05 1879
Voice of charcoal man singing "char co a al"
Nov 20 1879
In regard to: Deadwood
Accompanied songs at Aikman birthday party
Dec 10 1879
In regard to: Pratt, Nellie
Allen, Miss Hattie at Rickley’s party in Elizabethtown
In regard to: Allen, Hattie
Dec 15 1877
Song was loudly applauded, followed by an encore
Dec 23 1879
In regard to: Welch, Mary.
All those who desire to learn to sing to meet
Jan 06 1880
In regard to: Wilson, James
Charming ballad singer, unequalled for pure melody
Feb 10 1880
In regard to: Johnson, Selma
His heavy bass voice added greatly to the choir
Feb 10 1880
In regard to: Moulton, Frank
Her sweet songs captured all hearers
Feb 17 1880
In regard to: Johnson, Selma
Gifted lady to treat audience to selection of song
Mar 16 1880
In regard to: Johnson, Selma
Bankers daughters hit pianos and shriek out songs
May 07 1880
In regard to: Women
With his rich baritone voice, will perform tonight
May 29 1880
In regard to: Hewitt, Alex
To sing solos for Episcopal Ladies Society social
Sep 28 1880
In regard to: Brennan, Mrs
Rope walker, on coach due in this evening
In regard to: Leona, Mademoisell
Oct 03 1880
Will sing a song or two at the Christmas concert
Dec 19 1880
In regard to: Bomeisler, L.E.
Song "I Love My Love" showed well cultivated voice
Dec 22 1880
In regard to: Austin, Mrs
Sweet singer from Israel getting up class to Hills
Jan 22 1881
In regard to: Seager, R.W.
Sung difficult song in artistic manner at concert
Apr 19 1881
In regard to: Wagner, Laura
Irish and Ethiopian songs and dances are simply immense
In regard to: Carroll,
May 23 1882
To be on hand to amuse all at Merry Makers benefit
In regard to: Carroll,
Jun 18 1882
First-class negro comedian, leaves for Chicago
In regard to: Carroll, J.P.
Jun 27 1882
The Deadwood Roll Call
Tom Miller, Banjo and Variety Artist, Theatrical Manager, 1876 - 1884
Pete Reid, Renowed Tenor Singer, 1876 – 1877
James McDonald and Seven Year Old Baby McDonald, Skate Dancing, 1877
Lew Spencer, Charles Gilday, Fannie Beane, Negro Minstrels, Clog and Comic Dancers, 1877 – 1878
John Dillon, Comedian in Irish and Negro Persona, Ions and Ballads, 1878, 1890-1891
Little Pearly Duval, A Pretty Child Contortionist, 1878
Minnie and Lillie Hassan Sisters, Beautiful Little Song and Dance Artists, 1878
Mademoiselle Jeannette and Lola Parchal, Serio-comic Song, Double Trapeze Acts, 1878
Boisset Family of Six, Acrobats and Musical Artists, Trapeze, Song, Dance with Banjo, 1878
Little Etolia and the Celeste Sisters, The Fairy Elf of Song and Dance, 1878
Minnie Denzer, The Songstress, 1878 – 1879
Edith Valentine, Georgie Morrell, Charles Vincent, Vincent Combination Troupe, Serio-comedic Vocalist, Song and Dance, Sketch Artists 1879 – 1880
Ella LaRue, Female Banjoist and Cornet Soloist, 1877 and 1879
Den and Ella Howe, Feats of Marksmanship, Merry Makers, 1879 - 1880, 1882
Oscar Willis, Hottentots, A Clever Ethiopian Comedian, 1879 – 1880
Billy Mack, Hottentots, Deadwood's Favorite Comedian, 1879 - 1880, 1892 – 1893
Tommy Jefferson, Hottentots, Superior Minstrel of Stage in The West, 1879 - 1880
Foley and Waters, Double Jig Dance and Ethiopian songs, 1879 - 1880
Jackson and Keefe, Double Clog Dancers, 1879 - 1880
Trixy and Vernie Vernon, "marvel of beauty and way up as queen of song", 1879 – 1880
Inez Sexton, Queen of Operatic and Ballad Song, 1880
Mademoiselle Blanche, "Too much praise cannot be given her as a danseuse", 1880
Ned Ainsley, Gem Theatre Comedian, Celebrated Negro Delineator, 1880
Deadwood's Brass Bands, 1877 – 1888
