Evening star., 1896-02-22

cry pupil was decorated with flag. The
most unique number on the program was
the march Of the states, first the thirteen
colonies. then the states wero added ac-
cording to their admission into the Union
until the number forty-five was reached.
Miss Bailey was tastefully dressed in the
The states We're draped in flags, each with
a crown on the head, or a shield, bearing
the name Of the state represented. Little
Arthur Cooley made perfect District of
suit. There were readings by Fred. God
"Washington's Training. Merle Barton.
Elwood Bonsall "Washington's Resigna-
ton," ami recitations by Hazel Witten,
."Nashington as a Leader" Louis Ohm.
Our Flag is There Kathleen Noel. 'On-
ward, Flag Of Glory Flying" Roy Wolfe.
Banner Land OF Progress" Rose Nc
Namara, The Mt. Vernon Tribute" and
Grown Our Washington by Mamie Ham
ilton. The Little Hatchet Story" reci-
tation. by Marie Howe, was thoroughly
amusing, and the fact that she was COM
PEELED to respond to an encore proved 1t
was duly appreciated. After the crowning
OF Washington by Mamie Hamilton the
school saluted the flag. There were several
patriotic songs sung by the school in a
spirited manner. There were two address
es, the opening one by Mr.. Chas G. Lynch
ana the other ny Dr.. Frank T. Howe. Both
spoke of Wasnington's life and character,
ana what g good model it is for every
youth to follow. DIR. Howe spoke particu-.
larry OF the appropriateness of the occasion
ana or the necessity of iHstilling into the
hearts of the school children the love of
country and spirit Of patriotism Both
speakers were heartily applauded. Every
lhiig passed off pleasantly, much to the
sfatincaton OF the teachers Mr. c. X.
tInckel, Miss L. p. Mailey and Miss Given
The hall was crowded to the door with
parents, friends and children. so that those
who participated felt that their work was
appreciated.
Mrs. NJ. B. Platt, president of the District
W. T. /. L.. will deliver an address at the
Methodist Church tomorrow afternoon at
3 o'clock.
Miss Marie Mattineiy has returned from
the south. where she has been for some
Time Tor her health, ana is now with her
mother, who has recently taken a house in
lexington.
Last night the Epworth League Of the
irookland NJ. T.. Church gave Martha
W ashington tea in tie town hall The
booths We're artistically draped in flags
Mr.. Gcdie represented George Washing
ton and Martha Washington was personal
ed by Miss Annie Hollidge. The musical
part of the evening was greatly enjoyed
NESS Iemp!eton, Mrs. Groomes and Ed
inond Ncife gave piano solos, and there
were vocal solos by Prof. Chase. Miss
Mamie Gudgin. The piano duets by Roy
ard Edmond Wolfe and Mir. 1senbesen and
MISS Iaylor We're heartily appreciated
while Mr.. Croft rendered several selections
on the cornet. Rev VI. H. Chapman closed
the program with a few pleasant remarks
Lhe booths were presided over as follows:
tancy booth, Miss Annie Bailey; fruit.
Miss Hattie johnson. and candy. Miss
Matte Farlin and Miss MuIlin The tea
proved quite success, and reflected great
credit upon Miss blanche Gudgin. who had
the affair in charge 1t is proba HE a GOOD
SUM was realized.
MIS- Marshall of Lancaster y. H.. for
merry Mss Hollidge. is visiting with her
nusnand, nlsta Mr.. ard Mrs. 1. S. Hollidge of
Miss Gudsin has with her Miss Mullin.
who viii remain in Brookland short