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German-American Literature

Atlantic (Monthly), March 1855, pp. 234-237

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German publishing in the eastern part of the United States is still in the stage of reprinting and translating in so far as books are concerned. A biography of Barnum, written in German, has been offered by the New York publisher Schmidt, who has no scruples about such matters. It i

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[The Great Fire]

Illinois Staats-Zeitung, October 13, 1871

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Mr. Gustave Drassler, who had a shop on North Clark Street, and his whole family died in the flames; likewise his older brother, who used to carry dispatches at night to the Illinois Staats-Zeitung, and his niece, Miss Richter, who was a member of the Germania Female Choir. Mr. Henry Lamparte

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[Celebrate Liberty Day]

Skandinaven, May 22, 1872

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The 17th of May, the Norwegian day of Liberty was celebrated by several Norwegian societies. The weather was as though made to order. "Nora-Lodge" celebrated in the Orpheus Hall; Norwegian Dramatic Lodge celebrated in Turner Hall; and the Norwegian Society in its own Hall. All membe

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[A Theatre Party]

Hejmdal, Dec. 5, 1874

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The Society "Norden" is giving a theatre party and ball at the West Side Turn Hall, Saturday, the 19th of December. The program will be very select. The two plays are "De Uadskillelice" by Hejderg and Redaktionscekretaren" by Bogh.

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[A Theatre Party]

Hejmdal, Dec. 5, 1874

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The Society "Norden" is giving a theatre party and ball at the West Side Turn Hall, Saturday, the 19th of December. The program will be very select. The two plays are "De Uadskillelice" by Hejderg and Redaktionscekretaren" by Bogh.

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[Norden Has Theater Party]

Hejmdal, Dec. 5, 1874

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The society Norden is giving a theater party and ball at the West Side Turner Hall, on Saturday, December 19. The program will be very select. The two plays are "De Uadskillelice," by Hejderg, and "Redaktionscekretaren," by Bogh.

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[Benefit Production for Dispensary]

Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Dec. 11, 1875

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The theatrical representation which will be given next Wednesday for the benefit of the German American Dispensary should be attended by all the Germans who are able to make a little offering for charitable purposes. All the money made by the play will be given to the Dispensary. Th

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The Gala Presentation on Wednesday.

Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Dec. 13, 1875

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A gala presentation will be given next Wednesday in the North Side Turner Hall, for the benefit of the free German American Dispensary. For a long time, it has been the hope of German physicians that it would be possible some time. to build a German Hospital. It was a frequent exper

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[Benefit for Dispensary]

Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Dec. 16, 1875

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The presentation of the play the "Painter for the benefit of the German-American Dispensary took place last night in the North Side Turner Hall. The total receipts of the performance was from $1,000 to $1,100; of which half is net profit. A select audience attended the play last nig

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On behalf of the Scandinavian people, I wish to inform you that the editor of Scandinaven, or the reporter who serves as its dramatic and literary critic, makes fools of the public, the actors, and the playwrights. A short time ago there was an announcement regarding A.B.C. Scandinaven made i

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[Concerning the Theatre]

Hejmdal, Jan. 1, 1876

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On behalf of the Scandinavian people, I beg to inform you, that the editor of Scandinaven or its aesthetic theatre and literary importer, make fools of the public, the actors, and the playrights. A short time ago there was an announcement regarding A.B.C. Scandinaven made it a farce by saying

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[Concerning the Theatre]

Hejmdal, Jan. 1, 1876

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On behalf of the Scandinavian people, I beg to inform you, that the editor of Scandinaven or its aesthetic theatre and literary importer, make fools of the public, the actors, and the playrights. A short time ago there was an announcement regarding A.B.C. Scandinaven made it a farce by saying

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[The Activities of the German Literary Association]

Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Jan. 28, 1876

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The German Literary Association of the Chicago Atheneum gave a presentation yesterday in its building of "The Diplomat", by Scribe and Delavigne. The actors were Americans who had taken lessons in German. In a short time they have made much progress. Although their pronunciation betrayed seve

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[Play Successful]

Hejmdal, Feb. 12, 1876

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The performance last Sunday of the play "Three for One," at the Morskabs Theater, was a great success. M. Scheel's acting was excellent.

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[Play Successful]

Hejmdal, Feb. 12, 1876

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The performance last Sunday of the play "Three for One," at the Morskabs Theater, was a great success. M. Scheel's acting was excellent.

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The German Theater.

Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Oct. 16, 1876

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The drama "Kabale und Liebe" by F. von Schiller was staged last night in the New Chicago Theater. The great attendance proved that the public enjoys classical plays. The presentation was also interesting because two actresses of merit were taking part, namely Miss V. Stammwitz and Miss Wolf.<

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The German Relief Society to the Public:

Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Nov. 16, 1876

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In order to spare the public a collection in these bad times and yet to secure sufficient means for coming winter, the board of directors will organize a theatrical production for that purpose. It will thus be made easy for everyone to fulfill the obligations we have towards our poor fellow c

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[German Society's Benefit Performance for Needy]

Illinois Staats-Zeitung, Nov. 24, 1876

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The German Society will give a big presentation on December 6th in the North Side Turner Hall. The Society needs money on account of the impending winter. Need and unemployment are widespread. It is true that the German Society was founded to help the immigrants, but during the last

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Theatre

Hejmdal, Dec. 1, 1876

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Was played in Aurora Turner Hall last Sunday for a full house. Mr. Auker Midling was Jeppe and played same with great skill. Mrs. Midling played Nilles' part very well. Mr. Fougner played the Baron. The whole play was masterful.