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BUFFALO BILL.

The "Prairie Waif" at the Opera House.

The Opera House held a large audience last night eager to witness the new border drama od the "Prairie Waif," as produced by William H. Cody and his company. The play is in the main interesting and of course serves principally to introduce Buffalo Bill, the Indians and other special features. It is full to the brim of thrilling scenes and strong situations, while there is a noticable diminution in the amount of powder burned and the number villains killed which we have beem accustomed to lately. Enough blood is spilled, however, to keep up the interest of the boys in the gallery without being offensive to many. The play was produced with good scenery, some of the acts being very fine and appropriate. Mr. Cody is undoubtedly the strong attraction and he acquitted himself well last night. During the second act he exhibited specimens of his marksmanship which called fourth loud applause. His company is a good one in every respect, and without doubt the best he has ever traveled with. Miss Lizzie Fletcher, who appeared as Onita, is a handsome little lady and played her part in a graceful, pleasing manner. Miss Connie Thompson, as Sadie, gave the audience much pleasure by her vivacious, sprightly performance. She is as full of fun and frolic as an egg is of meat, and entered into the spirit of her part with a zest and abandon that was charming. The Hans of Jule Keen was also very good, and the entire company unusually strong.