BAZAAR IN SOUTH DUNEDIN

New Zealand Tablet, 10 June 1915, Page 36

BAZAAR IN SOUTH DUNEDIN

The bazaar in aid of the building fund of St. Patrick's School, South Dunedin, was opened in the Town Hall, South Dunedin, on Wednesday evening of last week by Mr. T. Iv. Sidey, M.P., who was introduced by Mr. J. J. Marlow. Mr. Sidev, in the course of a brief address, said that so many claims were at present being made in connection with the tremendous struggle that was taking place abroad that they were sometimes apt to lose sight of local institutions that had strong claims upon them; but there were no claims greater than those that were promoted for the well-being and training of the young. lie was glad to say that no denomination in the community recognised that duty better than the Catholic body. He pointed out that character was of the first importance in making good and useful citizens. He referred to the teachings of history, which showed that while Greece had cultivated intellect Palestine had given them character, aim said that mora! ami spiritual force was always stronger than the physical. The Forbury School Baud played outside the hall as an attraction 'to the sale, and inside the Lyric Band, conducted by Mr. Morris, played selections during the evening. Entertainment was also provided by the Higgins and Murphy quartet party of Irish dancers, the Misses Riddle, Lockkart, Frame, and King gave Highland dances, and the Black-and-White Follies Company contributed performances that were very highly appreciated. On Thursday night there was a splendid attendance. The entertainment programme, which was greatly enjoyed, consisted of an action song by the pupils of St. Patrick's School, Irish dances by Miss Eager, .club swinging by the Christian Brothers' gymnastic class, and items "by the 'Christian Brothers' Choir. The programme on Friday night was highly appreciated. The fairy dance by pupils of St. Philomena's College found special favor, the dressing and grouping being very effective. The ' black-and-white follies' gave the second of their meritorious performances. Miss May Black's pupils gave a very effective military ballet, and also the Irish specialty 'The top o' the morning.' Graceful Irish dances were contributed by the Misses Salmon and McCleary.

The attendance on Saturday was very satisfactory. The items of the Lyric Orchestra proved very acceptable. Some 50 pupils of St.'/Patrick’s School gave a fan action song,- for which they received a well-merited recall, and the Christian Brothers’ gymnastic class gave a further proof of their proficiency as club swingers. The Christian Brothers’ Choir of 60 voices, under the baton of Mr. Gillies, gave a new setting of ‘ God save the King,’ and as an encore number gave a fine rendering of ‘ The dawn of day.’ \ " • , 4 On Monday and Tuesday very encouraging business was done, the attendance evidently growing larger each evening. A fine programme of songs, dances, etc., delighted patrons on both evenings. Owing to the large quantity of goods on hand and to the splendid patronage extended to the fair, it has been decided to keep it open for the remainder of the week. Those who have books of tickets are reminded to forward blocks and remittances so that they may participate in the drawing of the art union on Saturday night. Those residing in the country should send blocks so as to reach the secretary not later than Saturday morning.