Word: grand
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Dates: during 1870-1879
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...fresher beauty to that grand old face...
...grand was "Julius Caesar," and how stupid "Paul Revere...
Piermi Shell showed his grand histrionic ability principally in the second act; his acting and singing were remarkable. The Baron and Baroness de Bestfille filled their respective characters very creditably, and the latter created a grand sensation by his appearance and his song, "Duda...
...Ferny "slung an enormous amount of dog," and on Friday evening received a grand floral ovation from his numerous admirers. His abilities as acting manager were admirably shown in the excellent training of the chorus and smoothness of the play throughout. Andrew and Susie received a great deal of applause for their songs and acting, and last, but not least, the part of Mulein Hay was filled to perfection. His sneezing song received a double encore on both occasions, and his dog (it was a real dog) created much amusement...
...Pastolus comes from Seminary Hill, Montpelier, Vt., and informs us that "who will be our next President is a question of the greatest moment." We find valuable information concerning some of the Presidential candidates, and we learn that "the time for the Grand Centennial Exposition is drawing near." Finally, this humble statement: "If you wish for facts we would refer you to future numbers of the Pastolus." But much as we desire "facts," we must decline to exchange with the oracle of Seminary Hill...