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Dance Program - Hebrew Charity Ball, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, February 9, 1869Dance Program - Hebrew Charity Ball, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, February 9, 1869

This multi-page dance program is for the Hebrew Charity Ball held on February 9, 1869. The cover features "Hebrew Charity Ball 1869" in decorative Victorian-style lettering, adorned with an illustration of cherubs holding musical instruments within a circular frame, set against ornate borders. A yellow ribbon is attached to the spine. The program lists "Promenade Music" and "Dancing Music" selections, including various quadrilles, waltzes, schottisches, lancers, galops, and gems from operas, with composers such as Offenbach, Mozart, Strauss, Verdi, and Hassler. Music was provided by Hassler's Grand Orchestra and Military Band. The interior pages also list Henry S. Frank as the Master of Ceremonies and several Floor Managers. The final page is blank for "Engagements." The item was printed by R. Stein, Phil. 3.

M.P.C. Dance Program, February 22, 1884M.P.C. Dance Program, February 22, 1884

This is a dance program from February 22, 1884, for the M.P.C. (likely an abbreviation for a social club or organization) in Miami, Ohio. The program was printed by Joe M. Frank, a local merchant. The program lists the order of dances, music, and potentially other events scheduled for the evening. It provides a glimpse into social life in Miami, Ohio during the late 19th century.

Program for the Hebrew Charity Ball at the American Academy of Music, Philadelphia, February 6, 1873Program for the Hebrew Charity Ball at the American Academy of Music, Philadelphia, February 6, 1873

Dance program for the Hebrew Charity Ball held at the American Academy of Music in Philadelphia on February 6, 1873. The program is shaped like a glove and features a decorated cover with original colored string. It includes a list of committee members: H. Hamburger, Simon Fleisher, Levi Mayer, Mason Hersh, Aaron Katz, Lee Sommers, M. Rosenbach, A. Goldsmith, D. Hochstadter, and Louis Teller. This item is part of a larger set that also includes a ticket and ladies' invitations.