Word: cleverly
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Dates: during 1870-1879
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...clever he was with his needle and shears...
...wife was as clever as he had been shrewd...
...admirably sustained by Mr. Goodwin. Possessing an undeniably rich vein of humor, he acts with charming verve and freshness, and his impersonation of Prof. Pygmalion Whiffles, alike in conception and execution, proves him a comedian of decided talent. Mr. Goodwin's imitations of noted actors are also very clever. The rest of the troupe fill their several parts acceptably, especially Miss Jennie Weathersby, who shows considerable ability as a low comedienne. The engagement of the Froliques ends with this week. On Monday next, Bartley Campbell's new play of "Fairfax" will be produced with a strong cast...
There is some clever writing in the book, and some of the chapters, as sketches, are really amusing...
BOSTON MUSEUM. - "The Humbugs," which was produced at this house on Monday evening, is a clever adaptation by Mr. B. E. Woolf of a French comedy called "Les Faux Bonshommes." The piece is amusing and bright, and is well acted by the Museum company. Mr. Warren comes first with his impersonation of Peponet, a rich old man with two daughters, whom he wishes to marry as advantageously as possible. The plot of the piece turns on the complications which arise with their suitors. Mr. Barron fills the part of Edgard satisfactorily, and Mr. Wilson, as Bassecourt, is excellent. Saturday night...