Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-25
RxB8c1D4o At THE -. I
cHURcH WIDNISDAY NIGHT.

| ~ announced thzouEA the city papers the
contest for sxcellsnes IN recitation, compo.
sition, reading and music between the Phol-
eniathean, Nssrophian and Alpha societies
from the sixth grades Of the Fint, Second
and Fourth wards Of the Public schools Of
this city came OF Wednesday night q the
II z. church. The reporter arrived early
and even then there had been such . rush
for seats that be thought for while that
the chance was hopeless; but catching beck
from Frof Pence, be Vas soon comfortably
seated. Soon every seat on the main floor
and al chains that could Be had, for the allies
were taken; even the standing room about
the doom was occupied.
Aftsr the Lords prayer was offered by
Rev. Hodgson, the entertainment began by
piano solo BY Gertie Hays. This gave an
idea of what was to follow. Next followed
salutatory BY Sallie Pope. This was de-
livered in . clear voice, heard BY all and
was well received. Then reading BY
Lo,tie Butler. Considering the difficulty
che labored under to give freshness to an
old piece she did well. Indeed her express
sion was fine.
This was followed by an essay on music
by Fannie Bolt. Her subject was we'll
treated. Her voice is good and she is good
reader. The fairy trio exhibited the sweet
neess of softness. Then came an original
story by Ella Bliss. It Was agood story and
well modelated. Next came recitation
The Creed of the Bells-by Fredonia Cliff
ford. Another old piece-yet under the
magic Of this little girl, it was made one of
the favorites of the evening. The reporter
only wished he could have slipped of those
kid gloves of his hands. After this came q
good reading by Myrtle Dean. Then
violin solo by Bartie Thomas. This
taking into consideration the age Of
the pupilNthe character Of the mu-
sic-the hand manipulation was the climax
ofthe entertainment. The violin solo by
little Floy Spann was enjoyed by the audi
ence.
Then came . recitation by Wichita's little
tavorite, Blanche Fechheimer. She lost
none of her grip by last nights effort.
Silk manufacturers was read so low that
We can't give its merits.
Memories of a morning walk, we have to
pass for the same reason.
Piano solo, by Amelia Bissantz, was
good piece-well executed, original.
Essay, What are We here for! by Floy
Spann, was rendered with fine emphasis and
q rounded articulation.
The essay, Some Of the noted boys, by
Selden Hays, showd good taste and q good
resdei-like most Of the essays and selec-
tons. it was too long.
Sheridsn's ride, by Rea Woodman. was
we'll received.
The gypsies wild chant solo and chorus,
took we'll.
The reading, Old, was not loud enough.
Original story BY Emma Rizor, was too
long, but it showed her the best reader Of
the evening.
The solo and chorus, l dream OF father
land, was admired.
The veledictory was we'll read.
The occasion as a whole was very en-
joyable one. 1t brought together packed
house Of those who take interest in literary
work. 1t was immensely enjoyed by the
children who took part in it, and it showed
that Wichita can turn out to something be-
sides theatre and circus. The reporter
returns thanks to the teachers and pupils
for the pleasure furnished, showing what
possibilities there are in the Sixth grade of
our city schools, and he wishes them
merry christmas one and all.
OBsERyER