Bravo, Ysaye!

Kaipara and Waitemata Echo, 7 August 1914, Page 8

Bravo, Ysaye!

An amusing story is related about M. Ysaye, the famous violinist, by the "Etoile Beige.' During his visit to America the artiste was the guest of a New' York millionaire who in his early days was a shoemaker. After dinner his host importuned Ysaye to play, and when he hesitated remarked :"A man should never be ashamed to exhibit his art." Thereupon Ysaye played to his host. Having1 returned to Europe, the violinist invited his former millionaire host, who happened to be in Paris, to dinner. During the evening a pair of boots much the worse for wear were handed to the guest. "My dear friend," said Ysaye. "do me the favour of mending these boots for me." The millionaire was speechless with amazement. "A man should never be ashamed to exhibit his art." added Ysitye, with a significant smile. At a hospital staff ball in the North we learn that "the doctors danced the lancers." which is a less painful operation than lancing the dancers. A X(?w York judge has decided that the barber is not an artist. When this judge gets his face illustrated with funny cuts he will no doubt think otherwise 1908.