ENTERTAINMENTS.

Southland Times, Issue 16785, 13 July 1911, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

FULLERS’ PICTURES, The final exhibition of tue first series of pictures attracted the usual crowd to the Zealandia Hall last night. The remaining nights of fullers' one hundred and twenty-third week of successful Invercargill management will be devoted to a programme which promises well. It will comprise a great variety of (subjects—scenic, dramatic, grava and -gay. Views of Berlin include principal buildings, streets, statuary, overhead railway, etc. Two other travel pictures will be ‘•Fishing in the Adriatic,” and “Winter Traffic, Stockholm.” Bathe’s .Gazette will contain pictures .-of the scone at the beginning of the Paris-Madrid aviation race, showing the accident by which the French Minister of War lost his life, Military Sunday at York, the London costermongers’ donkery show, the Kaiser in London, and the launch of an airship. Several strong dramatic and humorous films will also be included. THE LYCEUM. The change of programme to be effected this evening at the Lyceum gives promise of being well up to the expected standard. So far the week lias been most successful and delighted patrons have acclaimed the past programme one of the best to date. Chief among the new series are two subjects by Bathe Freres presented in colour, those charming artistic studies being strong favourites with the audience. Until "of these are of a historical nature, their titles being “Falchetto of Narbonne,” and "La Ricardora.” Another pair of subjects said to be of a specially strong character are productions of the A.B. Studios. "The Barbarian,” an adaptation of Frederick Halm's "Son of the Wilderness” and '“The Banker’s Daughter,” a thrilling burglary story. The scenic section is well catered for in “A Thousand Miles through Europe” (by motor car). “French Peasants Foxhunting,” and “Life Saving at Coogee” (Sydney). In addition ample comedy is included, and Mr Phillips will again sing his illustrated song. KING’S HALL BINK. The atmospheric conditions which prevailed yesterday were admirably suited to the enjoyment of an hour or two on skates, and at the morning, afternoon, and evening sessions, the King’s Hall Rink was a scene of unusual activity. In the afternoon and evening particularly the floor was thronged with enthusiastic skaters. The steady popularity of this invigorating winter pastime is an indisputable fact, and (■■very week is marked by a steady increase to the number of regular patrons. The “Black and White Carnival," to he held on the 20th Inst., is being looked forward to with keen anticipation, and as the occasion draws appreciably nearer there arc signs of growing interest in what pormises to be an exceptionally attractive skating event. The carnival is to be held as a benefit performance for the Southland Ladies’ Hockey Association, and one of the items will bo a ladies’ hockey match. There will also ho competitions in graceful skating for ladies and men, and for partners. The usual three sessions will be held at the rink to-day. L. O. L. CONCERT. The annual celebration of July 12, under the auspices of Xos. 13. 18 and 28 Orange Lodges and Royal Black Preci'ptory. Xo. mil, took the form of a concert in the Victoria Hall last night. The Rev. T. A. Pyhus. P.0.C.. was in the chair, and the Rev. XV. Grigg occupied a seat on the platform with him. The hall was crowded to overflowing, and the merits of the programme were of a high .standard. Although the programme was a very long one, and in nearly every case recalls were insisted on, the entertainment concluded before 10.30, which satisfactory state of tilings was due to the excellence of the arrangements. Mr D. XV. Gordon was secretary. and he and his committee are to be congratulated upon tire success which followed their efforts to provide a most enjoyable evening’s entertainment. After Xliss Morrison. A. L.G.M.. had played an overture in her usual capable manner, the chairman made a few remarks suitable to the occasion. Mr J. Murray scored a success with his singing of "My old Shako.” as did Mrs Grow ther In "The Swallows.” Mr H. P. Campbell was heartily applauded for a very humorous recitation concerning a whistling room - mate in an Alpine hotel. Mr .Vorman Churton’s tine voice was heard to advantage in “I wonder if ever the rose,” and Liddle’s "Farewell.” Mr Inglis Todd played a difficult violin solo

Vieuxtemp’s “Revere,” in a manner that showed lie was a performer of ability. Allss Eileen Mebaffey, A.T.C.L., sang very sweetly “Life,” and “Goodbye.”’ After Mr S. August had given a most acceptable monologue entitled “The Alan with the Single Hair,” the first part was brought to a close by Air E, Avery’s singing of “Thora.” Tbe second part was opened by a short address by the Rev. W. 'Grlgg. Tbe favourite song “I hear you calling me.” was well treated by Air A. Clark. Aliss Amy Wyeth was successful in Adams’ song “Roses.” Two recitations which were of much merit were “Alarullus to the Roman Alob,” and “Laska,” given by Air J. D. Gilmore and Miss AlcGruer respectively. Air H. Strang was recalled for his song “There's a hand,” and Air R. Alacalister showed that he was the possessor of a strong tenor voice when he sang “Aly Dream.” Another good number was the duet by Alessrs E. Avery and F. F. Thomas “The Battle Eve.” Aliss Alorrlson, A.L.C.M., acted as accompanist throughout and performed her duties in this respect most creditably. The singing of the National Anthem brought a most enjoyable concert to a close. THE ORPHANS’ CONCERT, Attention is directed to the concert to be given by the members of the Orphans’ Club in the Victoria Hall tonight. As is well known the ranks of the club are made up of all the leading male entertainei-s of the town, therefore it is quite unnecessary to make any capital out of the fact that the concert will be quite the very best function of its kind that can be attended in the town. Everybody knows that. A special feature of to-night’s entertainment will be the introduction of several fine chorus songs and instrumental selections which have been rehearsed in preparation for this event, with much thoroughness. If merit counts for anything in shows of this kind the Victoria Hall should be crowded to-night. I.R.C. SMOKE CONCERT. The annual smoke concert of the Invercargill Rowing Club was held in Raesido’s Rooms last night, the President (Air S. Craig) in the chair. The gathering comprised about fifty members of the Club, together with officials of the Southland Rowing Association, and representatives from all the Rowing Clubs of Southland, from the Star Boating Club (Wellington), and from the Invercargill Sailing Club. The social was characterised by tbe jovial good fellowship that is a feature of any gathering of rowing The speeches were appropriate and interesting, and the concert programme was an exceptionally enjoyable one. Songs were given by Alessrs T. Brown, J. Dunnett, G. Black, W. G. Gilchrist, and 11. Carswell, and recitations by Alessrs J. Grant and R. N. Todd. Among the guests to whom the hand of welcome was cordially extended were Air Dudley (lately secretary of the Star Boating Club and a member of the Wellington Rowing Association), Air A. Ball (Invercargill Sailing Club), Alessrs A. J. AlcCredie and R. A. McKenzie (Railway Rowing Club), and Captain C. H. J. Clare (Har-bour-master). Air V. Colo was accorded a very cordial vote of (hanks for his services as accompanist. The toast list included the following items: —“The King.” “The New Zealand Rowing Association and The Southland Rowing Association,” proposed by the the President, and responded to by Alessrs R. J. Gilmour (President S.R.A.), A. J. AlcCredie (Vice-President), and R. A. AlcKenzie (Secretary): “Invercargill Rowing Club," proposed by Air C. S. Longuet (a Vice-President of tbe Club and President of the Invercargill Regatta Club), and responded to by Alessrs A. AlcGavock, T. Brown, and J. Rigg: “President and Vice-Presidents,” proposed by Air W. T. Johnston, and responded to by Messrs Craig, Longuet, Gilmour and Todd: “Donors of Trophies,” proposed by Air AlcGavock, and responded to by Air Craig: "Winning Crews,” proposed by Air G. O. Joyce, and responded to by Alessrs C. S. Eeastwood, J. Ritchie, and K. Barrie; “Sister Clubs,” proposed by Mr R. H. Stables, and responded to by Alessrs Dudley, Ball, AlcKenzie and AleChesney; “Absent ATembers,” proposed by Air J. Butler, and responded to by Air T. Brown; “The Ladies,” proposed by Air G. Black, and responded to by Messrs AlcGavock and Brown; “The Press,” proposed by Air D. R. Campbell; “The Accompanist,” and “The Chairman.” The meeting broke up cheerfully and loyally with “Auld Lang Syne,” and “God Save the King.”