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American stage comedian. A member of James William Wallack's theater troupe. Appears to have drowned while bathing with friends in 1863.  Referenced in Fanny Seward's 1862-1863 diary as performing the role of "Frederick Fervid" in the production of "Bosom Friends" in Wallack's new theater.

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Biography: 
American stage comedian. A member of James William Wallack's theater troupe. Appears to have drowned while bathing with friends in 1863. Referenced in Fanny Seward's 1862-1863 diary as performing the role of "Frederick Fervid" in the production of "Bosom Friends" in Wallack's new theater.
Citation Type: 
Newspaper Article
Journal or Newspaper Title: 
The New York Times
Article Title: 
"Death of Mr. Reynolds, the Comedian"
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Citation for Death Info:
Citation Type: 
Newspaper Article
Journal or Newspaper Title: 
The New York Times
Article Title: 
"Death of Mr. Reynolds, the Comedian"
Month: 
August
Day: 
2
Year: 
1863
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