Literary Society’s Concert’

Gisborne Standard and Cook County Gazette, Volume II, Issue 201, 27 September 1888, Page 2

Literary Society’s Concert’

Tub conclusion of the Presbyterian Literary Association’s session was, on Tuesday evening, made the occasion for a very enjoyable concert, which was held in the church. There was a good attendance. The introductory item was the instrumental selection “ Buonaparte’s March," by Miss Green (piano) and Messrs Parnell Ormond and Davie (violin), who were eminently successful. Mr Dalrymple then sang, “ A Bunch of Cowslips,” that gentleman's pleasant voice being board to advantage in ths church. “ True till Death" was the song of Mr Goldsmith’s choice, and he met with a hearty reception. A glee w.i then sung by the members. The recitation " Our Folks ” was given by Miss Annie Evans, in a clear and well-modulated voice, which gave the true expression to the piece. Mies Rosina Adair was received with much applause, and sang " Carriesima ” in capital style, which was fully recognised by the audience. A dialogue by Messrs Turnbull, Ambridge, and Parnell had too abrupt a termination, but that was more the fault of the selection than of the performers. Mr Edwards followed with the song " Love alone," and his reception proved that he i« as big a favorite as ever, which opinion he was well able to sustain. Miss Sutherland then recited “ The Seven Ages of Woman,” an entertaining selection, and exceedingly well rendered. The pretty sacred song “ The Angel Came," was given by Miss Grace Adair. The recitation “ Bingen on the Rhine ” was effectively delivered by Mr Scott. A duet “Go, pretty Rose.” was sung by Miss Parnell and Mr Dalrymple, and was the most successful item on the programme. The first portion of the programme was concluded by a few words from the President of the Association, who expressed his great satisfaction at the success that bad attended the Society’s work [luring the session. The membership had bsen increased during the year, the average attendance was excellent, and the subjects on the . svllabus had been faithfully carried out. J They had had many happy meetings duriiwfl the year, and he could assure those (youmM people especially) who did not belong to of these Societies, that they missed much enjoyment and opportunity for instruction thereby. He referred to the advantages, and expressed thanks to those who had assisted the Association during the year. He noted the Increased lady membership as g welcome fact, and concluded with a hop. thsf the roll" would be greatly augmented ne*t session by representatives of both sexes. The second part was opened with a pianoforte duet by the Misses Evans. Then followed the trio “ Here’s a health,” by Messrs Turnbull, J. Johnstone, and Mitchell, the latter's rendering of the bass being especially good. Mr Smaill recited “ The Palm Tree.” Mirs Good sang “You and I,” which was vary nicely rendered, and warmly applauded. Ths instrumental trio by Messrs Ormond, Parnell, and Davis was well received. The dialogue “ Caught Napping ” was capitally acted, being an entertaining piece and the parts equally well allotted. The performers were Misses G. Adair, A. Evans, Good, Parnell, Warren, and Sutherland, and Messre Ambridge and Johnstone. During the evening a few words of cnngratulation were givan by the Rev. J. Ward (president of the Wesleyan Mutual Improve, ment Society), and the entertainment terminated with the National Anthenj, followed by the Benediction.