ENTERTAINMENTS.

Gisborne Times, Volume XXIX, Issue 3256, 29 June 1911, Page 7

ENTERTAINMENTS.

PATHE PICTURES,

The Pathe Pictures were, well patronised last evening on the occasion of the change of programme. The greatest attraction was a depiction of what can be accomplished by means, of jiujitsu. The exponent of the science is an Englishman, and his exhibition is , nothing short of wonderful. Among other things he illustrates by means of diagrams and in practice the most vital spots of the human body and how they may be most' effectively attacked.. He also shows how a contestant in either a Avrestling or. boxing match can- fall without hurting himself. “Shooting Rapids in Japan” proved to be one of the most artistically colored art films yet shown in Gisborne, and the subject is of intense interest. The programme to be shown this evening will include the above mentioned pictures, but in every other respect will be entirely new. The predominant, element is that of drama, and possibly . the best of this selection is the one entitled “Gamblers of the West.” The story is an intricate one, with many pleasing features, chief among which is the gambler’s ruse. A ranch owner is seen gambling away everything in his possession, and his daughter approaches the man with whom he is playing, and they concoct a scheme by which the old man is deprived of his money. The winnings are then deposited in a safe place, and there they remain until the gambling fever leaves the rancher. “The Germination of Plants” is an educational subject, dealing with the various methods of horticulture, and is most instructive. The scenic films are said to be extremely good, the best, however, being one entitled “Meraker,” while “The Pathe Gazette No. 103” is, as usual, descriptive of the latest happenings. .Other pictures to be shown are “A Wreat hof Orange Blossoms,” “The Tramp Cyclist,” “Babvlus Inherits a Panther,” and “The Forest Rangers.” 1 There will he no pictures shown to-morrow evening.

HOLLER SKATING. . The main - attraction -at the skating rink to-night will without- doubt be the big three-quarter mile handicap race, for which there are no fewer than 28 entries, which number constitutes a record locally. The race will be run off in three heats at a quarter to nine, and the final will he run at 9.30. The racing should prove most thrilling, and it will also he interesting to see if McFarlane. who is 50 yards behind scratch, will be able to make up this distance in a three-quarter mile race. Meet of the competitors are well known to the Gisborne public as fast skaters, hut there are several unknown men whom it has been hard to handicap, and one of these may spring a surprise. The usual sessions will be held this morning and afternoon, and with the exception of the time allowed for racing to-night, the nsual programme will be held. The men will be allowed five minutes over two toboggans at the hand interval, and every preparation will be -made for a crowded attendance.

DRIVER THE MYSTIFIER. To-night at the Holy Trinity Hall believers in spiritualism', non-believers, and those who stand on the border line will have an opportunity of witnessing “phenomena” through the medium of Mr. T. W. Driver, “the man who- exposed Bailey.” Mr. Driver is the original Prof. Robert Hudarz, and is a member of the American Society of Magicians, New York Citv. He undertakes to produce bv natural' means all the marvellous manifestations claimed by mediums to be done by the spirits. He will give an entertainment of magic, music, mirth, and mystery, and will be assisted throughout bv Mdlle Le Rene. A series of feats of sleight-of-hand will be presented, a cabinet full of spirits will be displayed, and. there will he materialisations of snirit forms.. Altogether a most attractive entertainment is promised. Mr. Driver’s season in Gisborne is limited to three nights, and there will be a special matinee for children next; Saturday afternoon.