THE MARCH OF UNIONISM.

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXXIII, Issue 22, 23 May 1912, Page 4

THE MARCH OF UNIONISM.

Though it seems rather odd to most of us it is, perhaps, hot natural in these days of unionism to find that Wellington possesses a "Performing Musicians' Union." Tin's new body consists of musicians employed to playin skating-rinks, public dancing as-

senblies and refreshment rooms, in conjunction with dramatic performances, variety and picture entertainments, performances by operatic and comedy companies, and any professional orchestra. For purposes of classification, practically two divisions are made—(l) General theatrical performances, including ekating-rinks, dramatic and theatrical parties and ordinary picture shows; and (2) continuous picture shows. Naturally it did not take long after the formation of the Union for the usual "dispute" to arise, and the masters were duly cited. However, the situation is

saved again for the Empire City by the Conciliation Commissioner, and it is satisfactory to note that "(harmony has been restored," wager: agreed upon, and everybody made happy. Playgoers will breathe freely once more to know that the danger which threatened of musicless s'iows and performances without orchestral delights has passed away.