THE CAMP BOHEMIANS

Evening Post, Volume XCVII, Issue 56, 8 March 1919, Page 5

THE CAMP BOHEMIANS

In the V.M.C.A. Hall a packed house greeted the first performance of the Featherston Camp Bohemians. Khaki for the nonce being discarded, the troupe made an unconventional appearance, The programme opened with a stirring solo and chorus, "The Old Brigade," sung by Staff—ergeant M'KittTiek and company. For their vocal duet, "Ah, Leonora," Staff-Sergeants Shayle-George and Bryant gained a vociferous encore, both singers subsequently showing promising form in their respective soli, a charming chanson sung in French by Staff-Ser-geant Shayle-Gearge being one of the most pleasing numbers of the evening. Inustrumental items by S.Q.M.S. Connors (banjo), Sergeant Pettitt (violin), and Staff-Sergeant Kane (clarinet) proved that exceptional talent in this direction still exists in the camp. SergeantMajor Mahoney was in happy vein as ftm-maker, and his efforts evoked roaTS of laughter, notably "The Story of a Tin Tack." Quite a feature of the programme was the singing of two members of the Carterton Cheerios, the Misses Berrill and Redmond, who had kindly come down to assist. The proceedings closed with the singing of the' National Anthem, after which supper was served to the many lady visitors present. Special mention should be made of the valuable services rendered the Camp Bohemians by Staff-Sergeant Palmer, who acted as musical director and accompanist throughout a most enjoyable entertainment.