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NORDHEIMER'S HALL

The Buffalo Bill combination made their first appearance in this city, at this place of amusement, last evening, in the play of "Prairie Waif." There was a very good house. The "Prairie Waif" is a capital border drama, abounding both in humorous situations and sentimental incidents. The plot turns upon the capture of a girl by Indians, her resuce, and her subsequent love episodes with her deliverer. Mr. Coady as Buffalo Bill, was naturall the principal attraction, and acted with all his accustomed vigour and ability. Jules Keen, as Hans, was particularly good, and Miss Fetcher, as Onita, exhibits some good acting in the emotional scenes. Sadie was well rendered by Miss Thompson, who delighted the audience by, her humorous rendering of the part, and her funny dialogue with Hans. In the fourth act a band of Cheyenne Indians made their appearance and gave some of their war dances, which were very original and had the effect of bringing down the "gods." Buffalo Bill's fancy rifle shooting was also very good, and elicited warm and well-deserved applause. The play is again on the boards for this evening, when we hope to see another large house greet the celebrated scout.