CAMP CONCERT.

Gisborne Times, Volume VII, Issue 316, 17 January 1902, Page 2

CAMP CONCERT.

The camp of the Gisborne Rifles was the scene last evening of a large gathering, the Rifles holding a very successful Camp Concert. The approaches to the ground, which were about three-quarters of a mile in length, had been lighted with torches, and the fires of the camp could be seen twinkling in the distance. On approach- | ing the camp, the visitor was struck with | the excellence of the arrangements made | for the holding of the concert. A platform, decorated with bunting and Chinese lanterns, had been erected, and in the auditorium, roofed by the canopy of Heaven, had been placed camp forms sufficient to seat even the crowd I present last evening. There was a concourse of between 400 and 500 people at the concert. The Rifle Band was in attendance, and gave a large number of selections, which were much enjoyed. The first item of the concert was a song given by Private Kiwi, 11 All coons look alike to me,” the item meeting with general approval. Sergeant Wakelin gave the next song, the selection being “ True to the last,” his singing being much appreciated. Miss Langford scored a great success in her rendering of “ The song that will live for ever,” her voice being well suited for the song. “ PrettyJane ” was the comic song chosen by Mr | DeCosta, and that he was successful was evidenced by the fact that he had to repeat the last verse. Private Doyle, in singing “ The Boys of the Oid Brigade,” was also very successful, an encore being demanded, and he responded by giving the comic item, “ Hooligan’s Motor Car.” Bugic-r Cooper sang “ The English-spcak ing race against the World,” and was well received. “ A Soldier and a Man,” sung by Lieutenant Lewis, created a demand for an encore, and in response he sang “ Let me like a Soldier Fall.” A recitation by Mr G. Goldsworthy, “ Ensign ! Traver’s Colors,” was excellently rendered, the item bringing the concert to a close. Captain Warren thanked those present for their attendance that evening, and also those who had assisted at the concert, especially the Rifle Band. During the j evening refreshments were handed round i by the members of the corps, the refreshments being much appreciated. The accompaniments during the evening were played by Mr R. Bennell,