Word: gorgeous
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...deck from which to watch the finish of the races. They are moored in line along Christ-church Meadows, from near the mouth of the Cherwell almost up to Folly Bridge, and a very picturesque sight they are. The 'Varsity of course has its barge, besides, larger and more gorgeous than the others. Outside of the line of barges are several floats, where, as also above the bridge, boats of all kinds imaginable can be hired...
GLOBE THEATRE. - 8 P.M., Matinees Wednesday and Saturday at 2. Rice's Surprise Party will give "Revels" until further notice. "Revels" is very amusing; it is splendidly set, the costumes are gorgeous, and the nonsensical acting could not be better done. The turtle and the dragon are very successful. April 19, Miss Neilson returns for one week only. April 19, 20, 21, 24, "Measure for Measure"; 21st Matinee, "Twelfth Night"; 22d, 24th, Matinee, "As You Like It"; 23d, " Cymbeline." May 10, Maurice Grau's French Opera Company...