Y.M.C.A. DISPLAY.
The Y.11.C.A. annual display of physical culture was given on Saturday night, the gymnasium being crowded. The entertainment opened with the grand march, iq which all performers took part. For two hours and a half item after item succeeded each other in quick succession, and in gratifying variety. The ladies appeared in graceful exercises, an interesting feature being the beantifnl butterfly dance. The work of the boys 'was woll applauded, the most popular items being the exhibition of agility exercises and high jumping. The quick, strenuous exercises of the seniors and intermediate members demonstrated the value of physical
cultttro for those who wished to keep fit. The lighter side of the display -was well catered for in original and laughter-provoking burlesques and in the eccentric dance giTen by the "Two Harolds." Daring the evening items were given by Hit* Graham and Sir A. S. Bell. With tho exception of the boys' work, which was under the direction of Mr Long, all the Organisation was done by tho voluntary leader*, under the direction of the' senior leaders, Messrs E. \V. Anderson and 600. Graham.
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Press, Volume LXIII, Issue 19109, 19 September 1927, Page 13
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