His son is Edwin Girard, for many years manager of the Gotham Theatre, Brooklyn, N. Y.
Frank Girard was born in Brooklyn, N. Y., July 7, 1840; he died there November 1, 1900.
James D. Bohee a prominent colored performer and concededly great banjoist, went to England about 1880, where he was a great success until the time of his death in London, England, December 1, 1897.
Jimmy Clark was one of the best jig dancers in the country, and equally proficient in the manipulation of the banjo, and an all-round good general performer.
He was with Kelly and Leon’s Minstrels in New York, also with the Duprez and Benedict Company.
December, 1872, Welch, Clark and Hart’s Minstrels began a brief career.
Mr. Clark had not appeared professionally for some years. Prior to his death he was employed in the manufacturing of the banjo.
Jimmy Clark died in New York City, February 27, 1880; age 40 years.
Charles L. Monroe, considered a very good impersonator of the old Southern “darky,” died in Philadelphia, July 12, 1875; age 36 years.
John Bartley, a good general performer in negro acts, and an exceptionally fine performer with the tambourine and bones, died at Buffalo, N. Y., April 17, 1895.