Stratford News

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LVII, Issue 15, 5 June 1914, Page 3

Stratford News

GATHERING Oi' THE CXAHS AXli'i i >ll :<OOlliT\';< :-IK.iAI,. acui<:aT'SL'Oce.sis.' It required enthusiasm of a high order—sucli us that pos.-,e,ss<!d.by the hard; fct'uits— lo Iluvc a comfortable fireside on Wednesday evening and take part in the concert and dance given by the .Stratford ■branch of the Turanaki Scottish? fc'otiety. but, true ito the tradition-, of tineir race, forth came the undaunted Scots from all parts of the district, and 'tile excellent entertainment provided .amply .repaid them for tlieir courage. The concert commenced with, a spirited rendering of "A Highland Lassie," by' tlie Pipe Band, <iftor v.lhich Air Mangster, the president, in a brief addrcs", ivelc'omcd those present, and expressed his pleasure fchait so intiny had' braved the elements to attend the gathering. In honor of ■Hie King's Birthday, 'hie naked them to- wing the iVationr' Anthem, and this wivsl done with considerable zest, iMr Hawkins contributed a song, "The Veteran," and two. recitations, "The Charge of the Gordon Highlanders" and '.The Execution of JPontTose," all of which were loudly applauded. Miss Knight sang "Caller Hcrrin', and, as an encore, "Miy leva is Like a Bed, Red Rose," also "My Ain Folk" and "Robin Adair." Misr, Sang.-ter.; vocal contributions were, "Skye ° Boat Song," "Better Bide a Wee," "Can ye Sew Cushions," " Jeniese," andi for" a double recall, the old- favorite "Anni? Laurie." 'Miss Rising's songs- were "Ye Banfe and Braes-," "Absent," and "An Emblem." Mr s Thomas sang "Jessie's Dream" and "Love's Old Sweet Song." Mr Douglas gave "Scots Wha Hae" and "lire March .of tho Cameron Men." M>Macgregor prov-ed quite equal to his re- j putation as a tost hi himself, his con-1 tributions being "iStmndedi on the Braes of Mar," "It's Nice When- Ye Love •> I Wee Lflteie," "Kitty O'Toole," "The Stonni,'' "A Hundred Pipers" and two amusing recitals, "The Sne-okins" and "Tobermory." That all the various performers gave great pleasure to the audience was evident from .the applause and insistence onl recalls. Mrs McNcely proved a raiost efficient and sympathetic accompanist. The dancing items were all well executed, tins performer.-? being Mr J*v Wilde, Miss Todd, Messrs W. Or Morrison, Matheson and Mathers. The supper provided by the laAics was -all .that could' be desired, and it was evidently greatly- appreciated. About eighty couples took tilie floor when the dancing commenced', a»d the excellent music ! provided by Mrs Biftttriiirs orchestra gave the pleasure ito the who kept up the pleasant pastime till after 2 ajn. Douglas, Hall, Jackson 'end Fuiton were in charge of the dancing. It is only just to add that'. *to the efficient manner in -which the secretarial duties were performed by-'Mr Campbell the success of the filiation was largely due.

GENERAL PARAGRAPHS The Ktratford Dairy Company's exhibit at the- Watkato Show wis -;uc-1 cessful in gaining the gilkiiborg troph;.'. At the Police Court oji AVetlnesda/ three inebriates were dealt-with and relieved of various amounts by way ol fines and expenses. His Worship flic Mayor ide-hes it to, be known-that iibere isa.o cause for alarm relative to infection from spina l pa.raly.sU All po.-#ible pPAiautioiis have, been taken. A stall' of incn are engaged in enlarging the shunting spaec"at the north end of the local railwav p.rd>. In connection with tine' terrible disaster which hefel the 5... "Empress of Ireland, a special memorial service is to be held this evening m'Tfol.y Trinih Chureb. Tho oiTerto-jy will-Ae devoted U> the , relief fund'. The new winter clothing for men is attractive in many ways. Wise mea will buy now while the 'variety is big, and they will find "The TCish" prices', made to suit them. For high- quality and low price Mullen and Marshall easily lead in Stratford. 1 You hardly feel the razor pass over your face when Stau. Sharp'ltandles the shaving operation. Added'its this delightful sense of comfort w-tho knowledge that every utensil is -sfcei-Tlised-, and everything is absolutely clean. Next Bcllringer's, Stratford. Your photograph will pleasa them all —some of your friendi liavc' Seen expecting one for a long t'imo—Son't be satisfied with one take-n ytars ago. Send them a fresh portrait, just as you are • today, in your everyday attire. Having your portrait taken is-f&e pleasant as- an informal call on good* friends. Make an.,tppointinenfc tod-uy *SJi Mr 'McAllister, Stratford

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