Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, July 16, 1892 by Various
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a triumphant success, is a Manager who could combine entertainment
with instruction, thus:-- 6 A.M.--Gun-fire. The Camp awakes, and, to the music of the band, gets up. Reserved seats in band-enclosure, sixpence extra. 7 A.M.--Balloon Ascent. Firing at the sun with revolvers by trained aƫronauts. Seats in parachutes, five shillings a-piece. 8 A.M.--Early performance of BUFFALO BILL before his departure for Earl's Court. Prices as usual. 9 A.M.--Sham Fight, augmented by Menagerie from Travelling Circus. Cards to visit the stables, half-a-crown. 10 A.M.--Representation of Siege Scene from Venice in London, under the title of "The Bridge of Sighs within measuring distance of Woking Cemetery." Season tickets, half-a-guinea. 11 A.M.--Performance of the Battle of Waterloo by veterans, late of Astley's Theatre. Families and schools half-price. 12 NOON.--Visit of Royalty, and Presentation of Purses. No Purse accepted containing less than two pounds ten. 1 P.M.--Grand Luncheon, with speeches by the leading Military Authorities, followed by a Smoking Concert. One-and-sixpence. 2 P.M.--Variety Show, including several of the best Lion Comiques, and the astounding performances of the Bounding Brothers of Bohemia. |
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