The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1884-05-10
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Reported for the Democratic Advocated


On the evening of May End large and In
telligent audience gathered in College Chapel
to witness the second anniversary Of the Phi
! lomathean Society of Western Maryland Col
| lege In short time after the doors were
opened the large chapel was filled to its ut
| most capacity with the many warm friends of
the Philos., who came knowing that they
would be both pleasantly and proftably en-
tertained. The front seats were occupied by
the faculty, their families and visitors, among
whom we noticed Miss Lille Keller and Miss
Agnes Leas, who were among the founders
of this fourishing organization. The gentle
men societies came next. Promptly at $50
the curtain was raised, exhibiting tastefnlly
arranged stage, entirely different and prettier
than it has ever been decorated before.
The interesting programme was opened
with an instrumental duet, entitled IL Ar
gentine,' by Misses Slaughter and Minnie
Stevens, the rendition of which was excellent
Next came the address by the president, Miss
Mollie Stevens, which was very appropriately
written and well delivered. She pleasantly
welcomed the faculty, societies and all pres
ent. Then followed a recitation, called
''Little Rockets Christmas" by Miss Alma
Duvall. Her clear voice rang through the
audience, and every word was eagerly caught
and highly enjoyed.
This was followed by "Bunch of Butter
cups,' represented by seven Characters
Dutch Girl, Negress, Chinaman, Irishman,
Scotch Lassie, French Tambourine Woman,
and last came the true Buttercup, bearing
bunch of flowers, singing 81 am a Sweet Little
Buttercup," reminding us of Pinafore days.
After they had all successfully crossed the
stage and disappeared, they again returned,
formed half circle and sang their respective
parts. The audience hailed this part of the
Jol,obf opA arplnuda1
ciferously. The anniversary essay was read
by Miss Ida Colt. She chose for her subject
1.-THE Post of Honor" 1t has been said that
men have marble, women waxen minds ; but
those who heard this essay can contradict the
assertion, for the production was a good one
and showed that she could grasp and handle
thoughts that were profound in their character.
Miss Slaughter read piece entitled
"Ticket O'Leave," the rendering of which
showed that her Evolutionary talents had been
highly cultivated. Following this came
vocal duet, entitled Coward, Bonny Boat
by Misses Duvall and Stevens. They sang
clearly and distinctly, and it was much appre-
ciated Part !. was concluded with an instru
mental solo, "Mozart's Ninth Sonata by
Miss Nicodemus. Those who had an ear for
instrumental music were delighted, and re-
quested that it be repeated.
Part ii. opened with a humorous drama,
called Mystery of Muddlewitz." The char
acters were as follows:
Madame Rosendorfi.. NJ. Nicodemus
Madame spyenhauser- Landlady of the Golden
KatPinewCooK and Waiter Miss Duvaii
Madame Kruztibrod.. Miss Stevens
Madame Flutterman. MISS wilson
Gertrude-Her Miss Newman
The drama was divided into two acts. 1t
was instructive, ludicrous and entertaining.
Often the players were interrupted by the fire.
quent rounds of applause. Miss Roach, land
lady of the Golden Goose, deserves special
mention. She acted her part admirably, and
was acknowledged to be one. of the most
graceful and natural players on the stage.
Miss Ella Wilson can act the part Of Madam
to perfection. Her motherly appearance and
easy manner was highly commended. Misses
Stevenson and Newman also took an active
interest and assisted in making the drama a
success Following the Drama came 1.-Two
Ghosts in White Characters-
Miss Praxis Principal of young ladies boarding
" school Ni si1 Tv Mref
Miss Sourtop-M sappington
Belle, ..,...--...........,......MlsSB bruce
Julia, cobool Girls Miss stone
Annie, ..................-..Missh oaeh
Nettie .................-............Mlss Price
get-Chambermaid......... MISS 1otI
All the young ladies played their parts ex-
cellently, and deserve much praise. The ex-
ercises were closed with a chorus, "The
Flower Gatherers."
The whole affair was of the most pleasing
and interesting character, showing the watch
full care and loyalty exhibited by the members
in making their second anniversary success.
We congratulate them and predict for them
bright future.