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Correspondence which Explains Itself.
Hon. W. F. Cody, (Buffalo Bill):
Dear Sir-- We, the undersigned, having enjoyed your interesting entertainments given at the Opera House this week, presenting to us the scenes of your perilous vocation in the far West as Chief of Scouts for the government, would request a repetition of your new drama entitled "The Red Right Hand." Trusting you will comply, at the same time we congratulate you on your very deserving success, and hoping you will visit us again soon, feeling assured you will ever receive the same warm reception from the citizens of Indianapolis as well as yours, very respectfully,
Geo. C. Harding, John Hanna, Gus. Gregg, J. M. Paver, Jos. Flannery, Fred. Thompson, Frank N. Scott, Capt. Jenks, and one hundred others. -- Messrs. George C. Harding, Hon. John Hanna, Gus Gregg, and others:
Gentlemen-- Nothing could give me greater pleasure than honoring your solicitation, and allow me to tender you and your kind citizens my heartfelt thanks for your appreciation of my endeavors to picture to you in your quiet and peaceful homes, on the rostrum stage, the dangers and trials that ever surround the settlers and those emigrating to our western borders. At your request, this evening, our last appearance, we will reproduce the drama "The Red Right Hand," and when engaged in my calling on the plains, among my happiest moments will be those when thinking of my many dear friends in the east, none of whom I esteem and regard more highly than those of Indianapolis. With much regard, I remain Yours, truly
W. F. CODY, (Buffalo Bill).
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BUFFALO BILL TO-NIGHT.
This notable scout arrived in town this morning accompanied by Captain Jack, the Poet Scout of the Black Hills, and the large and talented company that has been so favorably noticed by the press everywhere this company has appeared. Buffalo Bill's trophies of the past summer campaign, that were captured from the Cheyenne Chief "Yellow Hand," on the 17th of July, were placed on exhibition in the window of Button and Hamilton's book store, and are the objects of great attraction. They consist of the Chief's scalp, war bonnets, shield, bridle, gun, pistol, knife, &c.
"The Red Right Hand," has been pronounced by the best of critics to be the best Border Drama ever written and when a change was made in the programme this week, at Indianapolis a request was tendered to Mr. Cody, (Buffalo Bill) to reproduce, which following card will explain. We expect to see a packed house to night, and a speical matinee will be given to-morrow for the accomodation of ladies and children who will probably find it too crowded to attend the evening performances.
Hon W. F. Cody. (Buffalo Bill):
Dear Sir- We, the undersigned, having e njoyed your interesting entertainments given at the Opera House this week, presenting to us the scenes of your perilous vocation in the far West as Chief of Scouts for the government, would request a repetition of your new drama entitled "The Red Right Hand." Trusting you will comply, at the same time we congratulate you on your very deserving success and hoping you will visit us again soon, feeling assured you will ever receive the same warm reception from the citizens of Indianapolis as well as yours, very respectfully,
Geo. C. Harding, John Hanna, Gus. Gregg, J. M. Paver, Jos. Flannerv, Fred. Thompson, Frank N. Scott, Capt. Jenks, and one hundred others.
Messrs. Geoge C. Harding, Hon. John Hanna, Gus Gregg, and others.
Gentlemen - Nothing could give me greater pleasure than honoring your solicitation, and allow me to tender you and your citizens my heartfelt thanks for your appreciation of my endeavors to picture to you in your quiet and peaceful homes, on the rostrum stage, the dangers and trials that ever surround the settlers and those emigrating to our western borders. At your request, this evening, our last appearance, we will produce the drama, "The Red Right Hand," and when engaged in my calling on the plains among my happiest moments will be those when thinking of my dear friends in east, none of whom I esteem and regard more highly than those of Indianapolis. With much regard, I remain
Yours, truly, W. F. CODY, (Buffalo Bill).
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ACADEMY OF MUSIC.
Buffalo Bill Combination.
TWO NIGHTS AND WEDNESDAY MATINEE.
TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY, March 6th and 7th, 1877, the first appearance of
BUFFALO BILL,
(Hon. W. F. Cody,) since his return from the late Indian war, supported by
CAPTAIN JACK,
(J. W. Crawford). THE RED RIGHT HAND; or BUFFALO BILL'S FIRST SCALP FOR CUSTER.
Don't forget the Matinee Wednesday, at 5 o'clock. Prices as usual: Reserved seats can be had at J. M. Hale's Music store, 3 days in advance.
JOSH E. OGDEN, General Agent.
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HAMILTON OPERA HOUSE
Buffalo Bill Combination!
Two nights and Saturday Matinee, FRIDAY and SATURDAY, March 9 and 10, 1877, first appearance of
BUFFALO BILL!
(Hon. W. F. Cody,) since his return from the late Indian war, supported by
Captain Jack
(J. W. Crawford,) the Poet Scout of the Black Hills, just from Gen. Crook's command, and the most Talented Dramatic Company ever in this city, will appear in the new drama, founded on incidents of the late war, entitled,
THE RED RIGHT HAND; or, Buffalo Bill's First Scalp for Custer.
The Scalping of the Indian Chief, Yellow Hand, by Buffalo Bill, occurred at the battle of Indian Creek, July 17, 1876.
Don't forget the Saturday Matinee at 2 o'clock.
Prices as usual. Reserved Seats can be had at Opera House Box office three days in advance.
JOSH E. OGDEN, General Agent,