le dB Sart» VFRANK O'DONOGHUE HE MIRROR 'The Mirror's Reflection is Always an Attraction" No. 48 STRATFORD, ONT., FRIDAY, MAY 16, 1924 Vol. 1 MISS M. STEVENSON ~ TOPLAY AT CONCERT Makes First Appearance In St. _ Andrew's Church Monday. 'For Miss Margaret Stevenson, daughter of Ex-Mayor and Mrs. John Stevenson to make her first musical appearance in her home city in aid of the crippled children movement and under the auspices of the Rotary Club, of Stratford, if most becoming to this young artist. Those who know Miss Stevenson will readily appreciate how acceptable this opportunity will be, and after all fame and the world's applause by themselves are but tinkling cymbals unless there is in the life of the artist the Spirit "that would express such words asthese : '"Any little kindness that we Can do, let us doit now, for we pass through this way but once." Then it is very fitting that Miss Cora Ahrens, who was Miss Stevenson's former teacher will alSo assist at this concert. It is hoped that the citizens will turn out in large numbers to hear the Conservatory Trio; not only to hear the entertainers, but for the sake of those for whom the pro- ceeds of the concert are to be used. May Be Easily Misconstrued. It is strange how many meanings May be attached to a statement. The chairman of the Board of Edu- €ation for instance told 'Trustee Wigglesworth at the meeting of the Board Monday night to '* Please Sit down," when he wanted to ad- dress the members. Words, how- ever are but the means of convey- ing thought, but after all its what the speaker puts into them wheu spoken that makes them active or Meaningless, which is well illus- trated by this incident. The read- er might imagine that there was no "seat in the immediate vicinity and Wigglesworth in that case Mr. would be floored. So what do the words convey to you that he meant to have him floored or take the floor. Plumber and Electrician Prompt Attention to all orders Phone 1191 45 Argyle St. Miss F.H. Irwin Awarded Government Scholarship Will Receive One Year's Tuition Paris University, and Bursary. | Miss F. H. Irwin, daughter of | and | W. Irwin David street, was School Inspector Mrs. Irwin, St. one of the three Saskatchewan teachers awarded scholarships by that government. 'This entitles Miss Irwin to the privilege of studying in Paris, France, for one year, as well as a bursary of $1,200. Miss Irwin is a graduate of the Toronto University and the Strat- ford Collegiate, and should be con- gratulated on the honor she has had conferred not only on herself, but Stratford and the Collegiate Insti- tute. Miss Irwin is the first Stratford girl to have received sucha distinc- tion, which fact should make her parents elated over their young daughter's triumph. Miss Irwin is a most unassuming girl and is a trait of character that so well assimilates with her intellectual attainments. Yet it could be said that having parents of rather un- usual ability has had much to do with Miss Irwin's success. Everyone Is a Reflector. Little minds are like a looking- glass. They reflect everything that passes before them. So do we all reflect what we are--either good or bad. If we reflect eyough good bad has no place in our lives. MAY COME BACK 10 THEIR HOME TOWN | Toronto Baby Carriage Manu- facturers Looking Here for Building. | Joseph Bart, of the firm of Bart | Bros., Toronto, was in the city the other day with a view to locating | here. Stratford is the home town _ of these boys and Mr. Bart told The Mirror that they had recently pur- | chased the assets of the Sturgis Baby Carriage Co. which amounted to | about $40,000. He was in com- | munication with some of the mem- | bers of the Chamber of Commerce, and if he could get free rental for | about two years of a building large enough to take care of their bus- | iness of manufacturing baby car- | riages they would be willing to | move to Stratford. When asked by The Mirror as to how many men they would employ Mr. Bart stated about 35 would be employed in the very near future. Some time ago Bart Bros. manufac- | tured carriages in Stratford in a | small way, and we understand the | furniture stores here found them | very satisfactory. Itis hoped ar- rangements can be made to have them manufacturing here again. | Every Painter Doesn't Do That | Neighbor--Pat why are you so foolish as to wear three coats on a | hot day like this? Pat--Well you see I'm going to | paint my house, and it says on the can: To obtain the best re- sults put on at least three coats. Write Your "To Bob Or the subject of " T> Bob or Not is being taken in the question. test will close May 31st. been published. Office, 123 Ontario Street. The large number of letters received at The Mirror office on the affirmative or the negative, in not over 200 words. best letter received $2.00 will be given. that other prizes will be added for. the three best letters. mention whether you object to your name appearitig or not. Con- Dr. Fisher has written a most interest- ing letter telling our readers something that has not heretofore We also have a letter from another prefessional man, besides a large number of other Let us have yours as soon as possible. Letter Now Not To Bob" Bob," shows that much interest Write us your opinion either in For the In fact, it is possible Please most interesting letters. Address--Box 6, Mirror Another Most Successful Musical Entertainment Stratford Choral Club Received Another Splendid Reception. The second concert of the Classic City Choral Club took place in the City hall Tuesday evening and the program was both well rendered and received. There were about 50 of the city's singers in the chorus. The numb- ers they sang were greatly appre- ciated and reflected aiuch credit on the efficient leadership of Mr. H. A. Clarke, and showed careful training as well as diligent and in- telligent practicing on the part of the chorus, The string quartet composed of H. A. Clarke, R. Moss, J. Gaunt, and John Moss was much = ap- plauded, while a number which re- quired much ability entitled "Pettie Suite,' kept the audience delight- ed. Mr. Preston who has taken a great interest in the Club since it began, said he was much pleased with the success of the organization up to the present and hoped that before longit would reached a membership of 200. The accompanists were Mrs. H. A. Clarke and Miss A. Pequegnat. have STRATFORD MAN SECURES PATENT The Mirror congratulates Alfred Sugden, a C. N. R. man, on having secured a patent on his own inven- tion, which will prevent an engine from skidding. His idea is the gearing of the axles of the eight wheels under the tender to the driv- ing wheel of the engine by chains, thus securing more traction. He has already protected his idea in the United States and expects to do the same in other countries. Should hisinvention prove to be a success he will undoubtedly real- ize a handsome revenue from its adoption, and it is hoped that his anticipations will be realized. Mr. Sugden is not only a student in connection with his trade, but a man who reads good literature and has written some creditable verses. Jas. Pequegnat & Son OPTICAL DEPARTMENT In charge of C.R. Nimmo, D. Opt. | Phone 584 Registered Optometrist