ENTERTAINMENTS.

Gisborne Times, Volume XXV, Issue 2217, 22 October 1907, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS.

BAZAAR AT IllS MAJESTY’S. The bazaar and sale of work which is being held at His Majesty’s in aid of tho funds of St. Mary’s Church was opened last evening in' tho presence of a large number of people. The Rev. Father Lano explained the objects for which the bazaar had been organised, and then introduced His AVorship the Mayor, who then, in a brief speech, wished the promoters every success, and declared tho bazaar open. The theatre had been suitably decorated, and being lined with tastefully got-up stalls presented a pretty sight. The floor was crowded with visitors who experienced considerable difficulty in evading tho persuasive eloquence of the young ladies who had tickets to offer lor the various raffles that had been arranged. Tho stalls were filled with -a great diversity of articles ranging from painted mirrors, carvings, paintings, and embroidered work down to sweets and dolls. The fancy goods included many really wonderful specimens of artistic skill. Apart from the opportunity of witnessing many beautiful things and obtaining doubtful bargains, a capital programme of dances was provided, and met with hearty appreciation. Children and also adults, took part in marches, gavottes, reels, and other forms of dancing to the great delight of the spectators and to tho credit of the instructor, Miss Barbara Putman. The bazaar is to be again open this afternoon. In the evening the programme will be repeated.

BIBLE-IN-SCHOOLS CONCERT.

The Bible-in-Scliools concert, to bo held in Trinity Schoolroom to-night, is an additional attraction for this evening. The programme includes bell-ringing, amateur minstrelsy, songs, recitations, and glees. All patrons are assured that- there will not be a dull moment all evening.

BARRABA BUCKJUMPERS,

The display given by the Barraba Buckjumpers last evening, before a large crowd of spectators, was much better than on the opening night. Tho whole programme was as exciting as coukl be wished. “Bobs,” who has never been subdued yet, was in his most vicious mood. A local rider named Bennett who essayed the task of riding him, gave a game exhibition, but'was heavily thrown and had his shoulder injured. Mr. Bibby, skipper of tho company, then gave one of the most daring and plucky displays possible to imagine. Riding without a saddle, and reversing the usual order of things by sitting back to front, ho defied the animal to dislodge him. However, his grit availed him nothing, for the horse, almost ridden to a finish, turned a somersault over tho ropes. The rider was was somewhat severely crushed, and Dr. Scott had to be called in. The in lured man was removed to the Royal Hotel, where Drs. Coker and Scott made an examination. Mr. Bib by was found to be suffering from slight concussion of the brain and a severe shaking internally The patient was afterwards removed to tho hospital. The civilian, previously mentioned, was taken to his home. All tho acts by members of the company were exceedingly good, and an outsido lad who succeeded in riding one untamed steed was much applauded. High jumping by “La A’olta” and a steeplechase act by a lady were notable items. The company will give another exhibition this evening.

ANIMAL FREAKS

A wonderful collection of animal freaks is the subject of an advertisement in this issue. This novel exhibit will be on the Show ground each day, and in the evenings on a site in Gladstone road opposite the Army Barart'ks.