The Stourbridge Observer, Cradley Heath, Halesowen & District Chronicle.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1874-11-07 00:00:00

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THE STOURBBIDGE OBSERVE

lady who possesses a pure, clear and fresh soprano'
voice, and whom, notwithstanding her extreme
youth, and the natural nervousness attendant up-
on a "first appearance," acquitted herself very
creditably. The following recitative, "Sing ye
praise," together with the beautifully pathetic air,
"He countcth all your sorrows," received a very
careful and impressive rendering from Mr. J. 0.
Davis. This was followed by the duet (soprano
and alto) "I waited for the Lord," which, it is al-
most needless to say, was beautifully sung by those
finished vocalists, the Misses Bourne. Mr. Turney
(whose first appearance it was before a Stourbridge
audience in the character of a vocalist) sang the
following air and recitative in a manner which
indicated that a little more practice will make him ,
a decided acquisitionto the vocal talent of the town;
and, we must here remark, that we are very pleased
to see a gentleman of his position taking such a pro-
minent part in these musical re-unions. We say
this, because as a large employer of labour, his ex-
ample musthave:a very beneficial effect, and give a
decided impetus to the cultivation of music amongst
his workpeopleto the exclusion of pursuits of a per-
nicious character. The remaining duet for soprano
and tenor was very efficiently sung by Miss Davis ,
and Mr. J. 0. Davis. In fact, the whole of the
piece was given in such a manner as reflected the
highest credit on the conductor, Mr. S. Simms,
and all concerned.
The second part of the concert was of a miscel-
laneous character, and opened with the "Soldier's
Chorus" from Faust. A song, "The Skipper and
his Boy," was very artistically rendered by Miss
Bourne, and an encore was universally demanded.
Mr. Tummy gave a spirited rendering of Louis
Diehrs song " The Mariner," and received a hearty
encore at its conclusion, to which he responded.
' Mr. Mathews gave a flute solo by Pratten—"Marie
Stuart," in that unequalled masterly manner for
which he is so famous, and, in response to the
encore which was vociferously demanded, gave a
delicous rendering of that exquisitely pathetic
Scotch air," Auld Robin Gray." " The Stars are
with the Voyager," was very nicely sung by Mr. J.
0. Davis ; as was also "It was a dream," by Miss
Richards. Mr. W. Griffin gave a careful rendering
of one of be Beriot's elaborate solos for the violin,
after which Miss James added to the laurels she
had already gained by her effective rendering of
Molloy's song, "Oh, how delightful." There can-
not be the slightest doubt but that as this young
lady's voice matures and ripens she will become a
valuable acquisition to the vocal talent of the town.
Mr. Muston's magnificent bass voice was heard to
considerable advantage in the" Four Jolly Smiths"
whilst Mr. Pagett's rendering of the difficult but
pretty recitative and air by Hobbs, "Nina," sus-
tained his well-earned reputation as a vocalist of
more than ordinary ability.
The singing of the National Anthem by the
whole of the choristers, closed the evening's enter-
tainment.

IKE QUEEN'S MINSTREIR.—This talented com-
pany of artistes gave a performance at the Corn
Exchange, on Saturday evening last, before a large
audience, by whom the whole of the entertainment
was received with the most unequivocal marks of
approbation. The singing—both sentimental and
comic—was of a very superior character; as was
also the instrumental portion of the programme ;
whilst the dancing of several members of the troupe
was such as could not be excelled. All through-
out there was an uniformity of excellence which is
hardly ever met with in companies of a similar
character.
THE FORESTERS' DISPENSARY SUNDAY.—WS
must remind our readers that to-morrow (Sunday)
the Foresters will hold their second Dispensary Sun-
day with the object of benefiting the funds of that
excellent institution the Stourbridge Dispensary.
They will assemble as heretofore, on the Stourbridge
Cricket Field and will march from thence (accom-
panied by two brass bands) through High-street, and
Kidderminsser-street, en route for St. Thomas's
Church. A Special Sermon will be preached for the
occassion by the Rev. H. Sherrard, and a Cantata,
and Anthem, and special hymns will be performed by
the choir. For the convenience of those who are
not Foresters, but would like to be present, there are
a limited number of tickets printed which will enable
them to take their seats before the procession arrives
at the Church. We hope that a large number will
attend, and by liberal donations will assist in the
laudable object the Foresters have in view.

ALMANACKE ron THE ENSUINU YEAR.—Several
new alnianacks have already been issued for the
year 1875, many of which are for zheapness, utility
and attractive appearance quite equal to anything
of the kind yet seen. Foremost amongst theee are
the handsome sheet almanacks issued with the
"British Workman," the " Band of Hope," and
the "Animals' Friend," which are published by J.
W. Partridge & Co., of 9, Paternoster Bow, Landon.
They are profusely illustrated with engravings
that are in themselves marvels of the draughtsman
and wood engravers' art, and are well worthy of a
place in any working man's house; whilst the price
(one penny each) places them within the roach of
all. _ _ _

PREBENTATION.—The Managers of the Lye
National School presented to Miss Alice Rose, a
lady who has held the position of Mistress over the
Infant School for the hest eight years, a very hand-
some timepiece, in recognition of the able way in
which she had conducted, the school under her
charge during that period. The occasion of the
presentation was that of Miss Rose leaving the
neighbourhood to take chargeof a school to which
shi had been appointed in Gloucestershire.
The Directors of the Midland Banking LCompany
(Limited), have appointed Mr. Henry Fisher, late Mona•
ger of the Leeds Branch, and formerly for many yearn
Manager of the ‘Volverhampton Branch, to the post of
lieneral Manager, in the place ,d Mr. Charles Knocker.
Ditewas:NNgss.—At the Petty Sessions held yesterday.
before Colonel Fletcher and Mr. B. Littlewood, Bridget
Clark, a tramp, was charged with being drunk and dia.
orderly in linville-etreet, on the sth inst. Police•con.
stable Dunn proved the case. Defendant, on promising
to leave the town at once, was discharged with a caution.
CAP.ltlih. Or THESPASS.—Thomas Beddow, of Pedinote,
was charged with being on laud belonging to Mr. Coch-
rane, on the led instant, In search of game. Thomas
Moore, gamekeeper to Lord Lyttelton, proved that he
saw the defendant setting wires. lie had cautioned the
defendant previously. Fined 10a and costa: in defaul,
ii days.
.s. .

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,11AROE8 UNDER TILE FACTORY Act—Samuel kerrens,
of the Lye, vas charged by Mr. Brewer, Subluspecto-,
for that lie, being the owner of a certain chain shop, did,
ou the 2tilh alt, employ one boy named Foley Cartwright
in the workshop. be being under the age of 13, and for
refusing to produce a school certificate. Complainant
proved that lie found two boys working in the shop on
the above date. Defendant pleaded guilty. Fined 2s lid
anti costs in default seven days-- John Richards was
charged with allowing one David Allport to work in his
shop on the 20th tilt, he being under the age of 13. The
defendant pleaded guilty. Fiurd 2s lid and costs.
CHARGE OF STEMANO Mon.--JOSepll Fletcher was
charged with stealing two balterowns on the 31st alt, the
property of William Burley. Prosecutor said that on
the above date he was at the Coach and Horses public..
house. Defendant was there, and he (witmese) pulled out
of his pocket two half.crowna to show that he had as
much money in his pocket as the defendant's brother.
Defendant picked it up and gave it to his brother, telling
him that he had won it The Bench said they had no
power to convict, as it was a County Court case, and ,is
charged the defendant.