HE MIRRO WR STRATFORD, ONT., FRID AY, » SEPTEMBER 28, 1928 a oe oe ae 6 Recital Was Truly A Musical Triumph "The night shall be filled with muSic and the cares that infest the day shall fold their tents like the Arabs and silently steal away."-- Longfellow. One of the most unique _ enter- tainments that a Stratford audience has ever had the pleasure of listen- ing to was that given in the St. John's United Church, under the auspices of the choir by Prof, W. T. Baird, L. I. S. M., and his daughter Miss Catherine Baird, L. A. B., and Miss Ellen Law, soloist of the Baton Memorial church, Toronto. The warmth and enthusiastic applause of those present must have meant much to the artists, The charm of music was truly experi- enced by the goodly sized audiencé of music lovers, which were held en- rapt during every number on _ the program. The évening was truly filled with music. ~ At this delightful Recital the words of the poet Longfellow, were made realistic. Miss Catherine Baird, the charm- ing and unsophisticated young daughter of Prof. Baird made her first public appearance in _ Strat- ford. Not only because of her mar- -yelous performance on the piano for such a young girl did she win her audieuce, but her unassuming and naturalness of manner happily blended with her talent, there not being the slightest hint or con sciousness of her ability. It is not "hard to predict for this brilliant young pianiste a recognition in the muSical world which she has. not yet dreamed of. An Innovation on the program was the Concerto Gregoriano for piano and orgen. The fine organ respond- ing to the touch of a master player ---Prof. W. T. Baird--the organist and leader of the church choir. The variety of tonal effect and in- tricacies of movement were most cleverly executed. At times as sweet as the bable of the brook, and again grand and majestic. Miss Ellen Law, the _ contralto soloist, is the possessor of rich and highly cultivated voice, which one would never tire listening to, hav- _ ing a sweetness and beauty of tone that is most pleasing. together it can be said that this tal was a musica] triumph. In 'of the fact that a much larger dance would have been present | the weather been more desir- a repetition of the program A band or orchestra in every public school in the country is the goal o7 the Federation of Music Clubs, ac- cording to information received by the Conn Music Centre "Music has too long been consider- ed a mere accomplishment rather than qa necessary part of our educa- tional system," said Mrs. Edgar Still- man Kelley, national president of the federation, in outlining the plans of her organization, "Fortunately the delusion is now beginning to give way and the true value of tone in educational work is being more gen- erally acknowledged. The value of teaching instrumental music in all schools can scarcely be overestimated. The Federation of - Music Club is clusion of bands and orchestras as Band Music In All Schools, Aim working enthusiastically for the in-| musical organization procedure. musical leaders? Welcome wil] ba the day when every school in the land will give credit for executive as well as theoretic music. We will then be training the men and women who will late possess a great music of its own. Not every child so train- ed will make music their life-work but all of them will be bettered by the training." There is an opportunity now for boys to join the Collegiate Band, the only expense in this connection is the purchase of an instrument. To Create Greater Interest In Religion The mission commenced by the Church Army Crusaders is growing in interest. The comment of those. who have heard the speakers is encourag- ing. Their messages carry with them a ring of sincerity that makes an im- pressive appeal to their hearers. The main idea of their mission to this country is to get people more interesi- ed in Religion. To awaken a nev interest in the religious life of the community or the indiivdual would be the means of solving many of life's problems. Religion however, does not come down from heaven, as a finished thing, rather it arises through their own impulses and longings. If it be true that the ideals of the worst man in the world are better than those at- tained by the best man in the world, this is probably the greatest proof of man's relationship to some unseen power and the larger hope. People may not long for another world as they once did, but the many activi- ties in the world today show that re ligion in a practica] sense is finding many ways of expressing itself. It is hoped that the efforts of the Crusad- ers will bear much fruit, and indeed we are quite sure that much good will be the result of their visit. A confirmed bachelor is so sure of his ability to dodge that he is willing to amuse every pretty woman he meets by handing her a rope and dar- bring a packed house. -- ; Board of Trade Pass Resolution To Reduce Number of Aldermen The following at a meeting of the members of the Board of Trade held last evening: 'That the Board of Trade is in favor of reducing the number of aldermen in the City Council from 15 to 10, and that a bylaw be put to the' vote of the people at the next municipal election."' A New and Attractive! Ladies' Furnishing Store Many Stratford ladies got a pleas- ant surprise this week as they step- ped into the new and beautiful store just opened by Mr. D. C. Wilcox. Un- less you were among this number you will scarcely imagine what a pleasant place it really is. The interior equipment is out of the ordinary and most harmoniously suited for the daintiness and beauty of the novel creations in ladies' furn- ishings so conveniently and artistica}- ly displayed throughout the store. Mr. Wilcox needs no introduction to the buying public, and his mer- chandising experience with the Dun- can Ferguson Co. Limited, together with his fine personal qualities makes it most favorable to his success in resolution was passed well as glee clubs in the schools be- cause the officers of this; the largest in the world, are convinced of the worth of this "Schools are preparing our business leaders of the future, why not our A Record That Any Man Should Be Proud There has probably never been any- one who ever gave advice or rules how to succeed in life who have not included, punctuality, as one of them. On our way to the office the other day we casually remarked to Mr. Wil- son Parker, 133 Grange street, whom We met on his way to work, that he Surely would be on time for work to- day. His reply was that if he were late then it would be the first time in over twenty-four years. This is "a record that any man should be proud of. But as soon ag Mr. Parker wakes up in the morning, which is, he says. exactly at six a.m., he gets up. This is where he gets it on the most of us. The extra winks we hate to sacrifice, but they so often cause us a lot of extra fussing and hustling to keep an appointment or get to work on time. However, there are few we venture to say who have such a record for punctuality as has Mr. Parker. RETURNS FROM ALASKA® The news that Frank » Coghill, whose home is in Stratford, has re- turned to Ottawa is welcomed by his Stratford friends. After being on a series of flights under the Canadian Government to Hudson Bay, Northern Quebec and Alaska. Mr, Coghill is employed asa pilot and has had long experience in aviation. Several other planes made the trip to north- ern Canada, in the interest of Gov- ernment development. The message received here on Saturday stated that he had arrived in Ottawa and would be in Stratford today. Frank is a brother of our popular townsman, J. D. Coghill. GETTING ALONG NICELY The three-year-old son of Mr, and 'Mrs. William Marks, 65 Cherry street, who met with a very serious accident a short time ago has been taken to his home again. boy was playing on the sidewalk, and while making an attempt to cross the road was struck by a delivery wagon. While in the hospital he was under the care of Dr. R. S. Murray. This "bright little Auction Sale OF GOOD CLEAN HOUSEHOLD GOODS Saturday, Sept. 29, at 2 p.m. at 81 Blake St. Terms Cash. Jones, auctioneer. Phone 763. ing her to catch him. his new undertaking.