AMUSEMENTS.

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXXIX, Issue 43, 12 June 1914, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS.

BERNARD'S PICTURES. "At Handgrips with Death" is the title of an emotional play screened by .Madame Bernard at His Majesty's* Picture Palace. The action takes plact amidst the scenic beauty spots in Italy. An Italian smuggler is infatuated with a lovely woman, Cora Mio, but later on jealousy is aroused and hate follows with a plot to kill: The woman is lured to her fate, and the scene carries one to the brink of a precipice, where there is not only danger but life is held as by a thread. A timely rescue is, however, made, and the" Italian smuggler is caught in his own trap and peace of mind is in the end restored. Among other pictures to be shown is "Tangiers," a remarkable study of life in the City of the East. For a veritable gallop through laughter land one must see "A Hide for a 15ride." A typical Keystone comedy. For those who enjoy nature study the hermit crab will be screened, and should prove of absorbing interest. Two men and ax piano, a great comedy hit, will also be shown. The entire programme cayjjot fail to captivate and harm everyone who appreciates fun, variety and endless amusement.

THE MYSTERIOUS LE MAR. TO-NIGHT. Great interest was being displayed in the chase for the mysterious Le Mar as we went to press. To-night the Town Hall will be occupied by this combination. Professor Le Mar comes to Stratford with a big name. The Wanganui Chronicle says: Professor Le Mar is the cleverest hypnotist that has ever visited our town. He had a packed house in pars of laughter last night. Professor Le Mar is staging his great circus act, which is spoken of by the press as being a real screamer., Miss Pauline Poshea will to-night give a demonstration of thought transference and mental telepathy, and also a new item, bending catalepsie. Anyone who enjoys a good laugh should not' miss it. The Professor invites anyone who is suffering from stammering to see him at the close of the performance to-night.

THE CATHOLIC SOCIAL. The Catholic socinl held in the Town Hall last night is considered to be one of the most enjoyable functions of the nature yet held in the Town Hall. Tlie floor was in excellent order, and over a hundred couples indulged in dancing. In the early part of the evening a musical programme, arranged by Mr T. A. Lonergan, was gone through, the following contributing: Song, "What Shall I Say?" Mrs Massey (encored); song, "Invictus," Mr B. Malone (encored); song, "My Queen," Mr White (Wellington); song, "Eileen Alannah," Miss Eileen Tocker (with hidden chorus, encored); song, "My Little Irish Girl," Miss -Lena Sullivan; song, "Your Eyes Have Told Me So," Miss E. Sheahan ; song, "The Boat Song," Mr B. Malone (encored): song, "Love's Old Sweet Song," Miss A. Sullivan (encored); chorus, ' "We Pushed Him Through the Window/ 5 ladies and gentlemen .(double encore) ; solo and chorus, "The Village Pump," Mr B. Malone, soloist,, The duties of M.C. were ably carried out by Messrs E. E. Hancock and (). Tocker. The music for the dancing was, supplied, by Mrs Bianchi tin her usual good style, and the supiper provided by Mrs. Brooking, left nothing to be desired. The accompaniments were in the capable hands of Miss Winnie Eitzgerald and Miss Agnes llobson. v NATIONAL DAIRY SHOW. As some doubt has arisen in the% minds of many football enthusiasts who look forward annually to the popular matches between Wangamii and Te Ante Colleges as to'whether they will be played, we are requested by the secretary to state tnat aIL arrangements have been made and the matches will eventuate on Wednesday, 17th inst., the second day of the Show, as usual. Preparations for the big event are well forward. Entries constitute another record, and a highly successful fixture is anticipated.