Amusements, Meetings, Etc.

Wanganui Herald, Volume L, Issue 14700, 3 September 1915, Page 2

Amusements, Meetings, Etc.

“WITH THE FIGHTING FORCES OP 1 EUROPE” j A FINE SERIES OF PICTURES. j The large audience at the Opera House I last evening most enthusiastically ap- . plaudcd the inspiring subjects embodied ) in the great Kinemacolotir war picture, j ‘‘With the Fighting Forces of Europe.” I The aim of the picture is to give an idea j of the Composition and efficiency of the j magnificent armies and navies of those | civilised States which are now engaged in a lift and death struggle, and also 1 "of Germany,” as the lecturer, Mr John Goodali, aptly remarked after emphasis on the word “civilised.” Some of the first views shown are those of German troops on parade, almost theatrical in . their “kit” and perfectly drilled. Almost j every picture merits a detailed criticism. I For gorgoousness of colouring, however, it is difficult to imagine a more brilliant subject than that of the great ceremonial procession and review in London in which the King and Queen, the late Lord Roberts, Lord Kitchener, and contingents from all the Dominions took part. Hie French and Russian reviews and processions Use furnish magnificent spectacles, such notable personages as the Czar and President Poincare -,eing present, and there are some noble pictures of Moscow and Petrograd, The German fleet at Kiel is shown,' also a review by Lord KKchccier of the Egyptian troops at Khartoum. Jol’v Japanese troops figure interestingly fi. picturesque surroundings, and India is shown in all the gorgeous colouring of a full Durbar, showing in detail the review of 50.0(10 troops at Delhi. Here the rich colouring and magnificent equipment and costumes of the Indian princes was almost dazzling in its brightness, yet everything was in accord with the truth. The Belgian, Serbian, and Italian troops are also shown, a picture of (Mend, with , a fleet of fishing boats entering and a. mail steamer leaving harbour being particularly fine. The British naval pictures ! are amongst the best of the series, and u°e.dless to say were tumultuously applauded. ,A series of films, showing aw the important personages at the head o? the embroiled nations, was also shown, and altogether the programme was one which stirred the patriotism o? the audience and should act as a stimulus to recruiting. Mr J. Goodall’s comments upon the main noints of the film were much appreciated. A capable orchestra, under i the direction of Mr E. C. Hollow, proj vided an enjoyable programme of suitable incidental music. The pictures will be shown again to-night and to-morrow nio'ht. and to-morrow afternoon a matinee will be held, when children will he admitted at half price. However interesting the Ivincrnccclour military picture' may be to adults they will leave a lasting and good impression upon the minds of children, and open up the whole world to them. There should be crowded houses at each performance. •i : - AOTBA CONVALESCENT HOME. The Mayoress and the wives of the borough councillors and heads cf the boiough departments invite the ladies of Wanganui to a farewell and equipment tea in honour of the members of the staff of the - Aotea Convalescent Home, who are shorty leaving Lr me front. The function will be held on Monday next, September 6, at the Druids’ Hall, from 3 to 5 p.m. A suitable musical programme has been arranged. All are cordially invited, and it is suggested that each should bring with her soma small article of equipment for the home. The following is a list of the various things required, all of which will he acceptable contributions:—Cigarettes (tins), tobacco, • pipes, matches, shaving material (razors, strops, soap, etc.), stationery (paper, envelopes, ink pencils, etc.), boot laces, nail brushes, hair brushes and combs, tooth brushes, tooth paste, sweets (in tins), chocolate (plain, in tins), biscuits, jam (tins), honey (tins), draughts, chess, quoits, games of all descriptions, books and magazine, bagatelle board, gramaphone and records, Keetmgs powder, pepper and salt castors, tray cloths. QUEEN ALEXANDRA BAND RECITAL A good deal of interest is centred in the Recital to be given on Sunday evening in His Majesty’s Theatre, by the Queen Alexandra Band, under the direction of Lieut. Buckley. The Band has been in active work for some time in preparation for this recital, which promises to eclipse all their previous efforts.in the making of music. A splendid programme has been arranged, well varied, and will be found very interesting of the Band numbers.- The (paraphase) "Air Vari,” “Sun of My Soul,” by Peter Ritter and Mr. W. T. Gray’s composition In Memorium “Gaba Tepe” in memory of t'ne fallen heroes, at Gallipoli are very prettily arranged and are sure to become favourite concert numbers. At this recital the Band will introduce their midget soloist Master Teddy Summers, a little fellow only ten years of age, who will render a cornet solo with full Band accompaniment, Mr. Walter Shepley will contribute a Concertina Solo, and by special-request will play "Moon Moths,” by A. Kussuer. The full programme will be published iii to-morrow’s issue.