LOL, Sons of Levi.

Southland Times, Issue 19098, 14 July 1903, Page 2

LOL, Sons of Levi.

The usual 12th July celebration l»,y the local Orange Lodge was held in the Temperance Hall last evening, and was attended by a large number of members and sympathisers. The programme wa-s an exceptionally good one,- containing items by the best vocalists and instrumentalists: The Key. T. A. Pybus, P.G.C., occupied the chair, and ( gave a; short opening address. Black's orchestra played an excellent overture, and the audience, satisfied with the opening, settled down to a really first-class concert. Mrs Forbes-Williams was deservedly applauded for her singing of " Let me dream again " and ;' Ben Bolt," both of which she rendered with admirable taste. Encores were demanded, and both were much enjoyed. Mrs Blue was iiQt less pleasing in " Love, the Pedlar," a pretty song nicely sung, and an rtvcore item took very well indeed. Fn " King of the Deep " Mr T. Brown sang with good tone and range, giving tho song a very acceptable interpretation. Mr C. E. Griffiths is a capable vocalist, and his song "Tho Toilers," had n popular reception. Miss Dryden does not often appear in public as a singer, and, judging by her performance last evening, this is a distinct loss to lovers of music. Her singing was excellent, and was j marked by particularly good phras- ! ing and expression. Mr C. Collier pleased everyone with his popular banjo selections, and he has already gained a high place in the favour of concert patrons. Miss Vera Richards is a young elocutionist, but her recitation of " The Tramp's last song," an affecting composition, was well done without being overdone. Her encore was also fairly well recited. Messrs Hensley and Richards sang "Excelsior," the voices blending nicely, and maiking this item particularly acceptable. Mr A. Dickson j sang " The Sleeping Camp" with plenty of dash and vigor. Mr Lionel Broad completed the list of vocalists, and it is needless to say that his songs were in great demand. Mr A. Stewart danced a hornpipe cleverly, introducing a number of intricate and difficult steps. The accompaniments were played by Mrs Blue, who did the singers every justice. During the evening an address on Orangei.sm was delivered by the Rev. ,J. Muirhead, and the sentiments expressed met with approval. The celebration was a highly successful one, and was evidently appreciated.-