INDEPENDENT ORDER OF RECHABITES.

Gisborne Times, Volume X, Issue 953, 28 July 1903, Page 2

INDEPENDENT ORDER OF RECHABITES.

ANNUAL CONVERSAZIONE. There was a large attendance at the conversazione held by the Independent Order of Rechabities in the Academy of Music last evening. The hall was beautifully decorated with flags and evergreens, and presented a very pleasing appearance. The Committee had made every provision for the enjoyment of visitors. Several ping-pong tables were provided, and this favorite pastime was carried on during the evening. Draught, cards, and plenty of attractive literature were also provided. A first-class musical programme was arranged, and all the items were well received. The concert opened with an overture hy Misses Roach and Somervell (violin and piano), the piece being excellently rendered. “My Lad ” was sung in good style by Mr Houldsworth, and a capital recitation, entitled “ The Cameron Men,” was given by Master A. Hogg, who was warmly applauded for his efforts. I Miss GoldiDg sang “ Slumber Sea ” in a ! very pleasing manner, and Mr Ellerbeck j a® o good impression in the song '•Hade of the Palm,” which was xne a Miss Primrose gave an grea y f 0 f “ The Flight of excellent plau dits of Ages,” and gamed the hea. . * the audience. The Rev. J. Or. j. . , contributed a humorous reading, entitleu “ Uncle Sam,” the piece provoking no end of merriment. The song “ In the Chimney Corner,” by Mrs Vincent, was another excellent item, as was also the song “Galilee,” by Mr R. Piesse, Mr W. I Roland recited “ The Outcast ” in good style. “ The Better Land,” by Miss Williams, with violin accompaniment by Miss Roach, was pleasingly rendered, and was pronounced one of the best items of the evening. Mr J. East, who was in excellent voice, sang “The Bandit’s Life,” the number being received with prolonged applause. I Two dialogues, entitled “ Mrs Burton ” | and “ Caught in a Trap ” were given, the various parts being capably sustained by members of the Order, who are to be congratulated upon the great success of the evening. An abundant supply of refreshments was provided, and the proceedings closed shortly aiter 11 o’clock, the function being regarded as the most successful held in Gisborne for a very long time.