PATRINIC COMPETIONS

Hokitika Guardian, 25 September 1918, Page 3

PATRINIC COMPETIONS

OPENING DAY. I There was a meagre attendance at the •Princess Theatre last night in connection with the Patriotic Competitions quite out of keeping with the merits of 'the entertainment or tho object iu viow. Tliere was a crowded eveniilg of event* in the two hours and a ban devoted to the programme, between forty and fifty items being given during the evening. The programme went spiritedly throughout the night. There were no delays. The judges were quick and tho performers prompt, and the result was a very pleasant evening, tho audience applauding heartily the general excellence of the entertainment. YESTERDAY’S RESULTS,

Recitation, girls under 9 years, “Playing Ninety-nine.”—Rita Morgan, 108, ’l; Hazel * Perry, 106, 2 ; Ruby Ward, 105, 3; Enid Muir 104, 4; Sadie Hyndman 103, 5. The judge, (Mr «). F. Wilson) described this as a very even class, and it was difficult to separate the competitors. Tho little girls weic complimented on the good work done. Recitation, 'girls under 12 years, “Child’s Evensong.”—Catherine Manson 130, 1; Isabella Vonle 126, 2; Flora Mackenzie, 116, 3. Tlio judge praised the promising work of the performers.

Recitation, girls under 16 years, “In School Days.”—G. Haokell, 132, T; Lot tie Valentine 130, 2; Norah Dawson 114, 3. Special praise was meted cut to the two leading performers. The winner won by the more appronviate atmosphere with which she surrounded her recitation. It was a distinctly good

performance. Recitation. National, under 16 years; competitors own choice; special prize donated.—-Lottie Valentine, (Our Island), 145, 1; Lilly Honor, 120, 2; Flora Mackenzie, and Norali Dawson 117 each, tio for 3. ' The judge described the winning choice as the best recitation of the evening. He praised the clear enunciation and the . general excellent delivery. The second prize taker had a more difficult piece for her age, but gave a remarkably good rendition of the lines. Highland Fling,, 12 years and nndei E. M. McMinn 68, 1; F. Mackenzie 62, 2; M. Gibbons 60. 3. Highland Fling, over 12 years.—G. Inglis 71, 1; L. Mclntosh 68, 2; IT King 59, 3. Sword Danco 12 years and under.— M. Gibbon s 59 1; F. Mackenzie, 58, 2; M. E. King, 44, 3. .. . Sword Dance over 12 years—L. McIntosh, 62 1; M. Duncan 58, 2; G. Inglis 53, 3. Sailors Hornpipe, 12 years and under, M. Gibbons 60, 1; M. Maunder, 54, 2; Bailors Hornpipe, over 12 years, N. Dawson and M. Duncan tied for first place; G. Inglis 3. Tf The judge of the dancing, Mr. Macdonald, said he would defer his criticism of the dancing till the dose oi the competition. In general terms he spoke in a very praiseworthy strain. In the course of his remarks the judge said the dancing by M. Gibbons in the shilor’s hornpipe was the nest exhibition he had seen by a young gir of such tender years. Soprano solo. Miss Eloyd. Rear Heart ” The judge as at n-en promising performance ot considerable sweetness. Musical monologue, Miss Louis, “Smilcstones.” The only competitor. Verv pleasingly received. . . School chorps and glee, Kamel l School under Miss Potts. The chorus was “Prince Charley.” and the glco “Sweet and Low.” The judge, . (Mr. Stalfan) passed great praise on tins per for malice, regretting there were no other entries. It was one of the best school chorus efforts ho Lad hoard, and though not without technical blemish, was a very pleasing performance. _ . Vocal duet, Misses Parker, (kanieii School). The only entry, hut received bv the adiciice with expressions of delight, and encored. .... , „ The judges spoke briefly at the dos - of the evening’s programme. Mr. W ilson praised the object in view . holding these competitions, and thougl there was not a large attendance, he hoped the promoters would as it was work in the right direction The results were very satisfactory to those who took up the work and he referred to excellent results disclosed bv those who had taken up competition work for their own advancement. In referring to the individual work of the performers he said there was much good material to work on, and lie hoped for the sake of the local talent that the competitions would carry on. He referred to some defects in stage woik, and gave some useful points in vegan to elocution. . . f Mr Staffau spoke encouragingly ot the musical work rendered, but regretted that there was not more competition in this section. He gave special praise to Miss Potts’ singing class and comj pi ii non ted the teacher on the results The accompanists throughout the night wore, Misses Daly and Giese, Mr Gibbons, and. Pipers Barrowman, H. Davidson, and J. King. The Mayor on behalf of the Overseas Club, returned thanks to the audience for their attendance, and thanked the competitors for the pleasant ev« accorded, as also, the judges for then „-ork The Mayor announced that the competitions would be concluded to night when he hoped to sec a hum pc house to mark the public appreciation of the good work being done. The (fathering which opened with tl.o singing"of the National Anthem, closed also with a verse of the anthem.

TO-DAY’S SESSIONS

Tho competitions were continued this morning and this afternoon. The following 'are the recalls for to-mgh ■. Strathspey and Heel, 12 years and under: Melba Gibbons, Alva Mclntosh, May Maunder, and Esmy Ruthven. Stratspey and reel over 12 years, j - Dawson, 11. King, E, Mclntosh, G. Injrlis, L. Mclntosh, M. Mclntosh, r Mclntosh, and M. Duncan. Sean Truas, 12 years and under: A. Maunder, M. Gibbons, A. McTntosh, M. E. King . T n Sean Trims over 12 years: N • son ,M .Duncan. L. Mclntosh, G. « Irish'jip over 12 years: G. Inghs, L, Mclntosh, M. Duncan E Mclntosh. Fancy Dancing: M. Gibbons, M. Dun can, Lydia Fane. I Recitation, “My Ship and I. | under 9 years: P. Blank. V . RulUinds °'i£dt&>: Ww 111, Vi nmlM 12 .«»' “• A \ 5“ n° ’ Thorpe, 0. Stephens and R. Bell. _ Recitation: The British Fighter boys under 16 years: -Harry Bell anc Leonard Rough. , , ■ • Other items to-night include, tin contralto solo, National song in cos tumc. sacred solo, and patuotic solo. This morning the judge of the, dano jng, Mr, MacDonald gave the competit

ors in the section a short explanatory address on yesterday’s results. The principal fault lie had to find was that the dancing was on the whole too quick. He praised some of the individual performances, notably that of M. Gibbons in the hornpipe. Mr McGregov thanked Mr MacDonald for bis address and invited the judge to give an exhibition of the Highland Fling tonight. This Mr MacDonald has consented to do, and it will be one of the chief items to-night.