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Buffalo Bill- There is probably but one attraction on the road that can counteract all the influences of bad weather, and that is Buffalo Bill. The rain poured down last evening and the streets were in a terrible condition, but these were small matters in the minds of those who had concluded to see the famous scout and his people. The house began to fill up early, and was top-heavy at first, but when this part was jammed full, the remaining seats below began to fade away, until standing room was the order. The aisles and space at the rear were all taken, and it is doubtful if there has ever been an occasion when there were more people in the house. The audience at times became wild with excitement. The Prairie Waif was the play. The piece was very interesting and exciting, while the scenic effect was admirable and well adapted to the play. The drama deals with life on the frontier, and as a consequence is full of stirring scenes, which are relieved at times by quaint humor and touching pathos. The plot is the capture by the Indians of a little child, her rescue after years by the guide (Buffalo Bill), who carefully protects her till she becomes a beautiful woman, and in the end is rewarded for his kindness by the hand of the Prairie Waif.

As an indication of what Mr. Cody is doing the present season, it is only necessary to state that the receipts at the four last performances have been as follows: Bellefontaine, $485; Springfield, $765; Dayton, $650; Columbus, $855; making a total of $2,755.

Buffalo Bill- There is probably but one attraction on the road that can counteract all the influences of bad weather, and that is Buffalo Bill. The rain poured down last evening and the streets were in a terrible condition, but these were small matters in the minds of those who had concluded to see the famous scout and his people. The house began to fill up early, and was top-heavy at first, but when this part was jammed full, the remaining seats below began to fade away, until standing room was the order. The aisles and space at the rear were all taken, and it is doubtful if there has ever been an occasion when there were more people in the house.