Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-11-29
| liver both Thanksgiving addresses. He,
too, was literally applauded by his doting

liver both Thanksgiving addresses. He,
too, was literally applauded by his doting
Father.
No 4, hearing the applause, went up to
his fathers study and on inquiring and
ascertaining the occasion for the plaudit,
squared himself and proceeded to deliver
the same speeches equally as well as
either OF the others. He, too, was re-
Warded, but Mr.. G.. fearing lest No. 8
should come in and volunteer to deliver
a political address, sought his hat and
making for the street caught car and
came into the city and dined on some one
else's Thanksgiving turkey.
The first concert OF the Birmingham
German Turn Verein proved one of the
most successful which had been given
in the city. A large and cultured audi
ence greeted the performers and their UNI
firing applause testified to their approval
and enjoyment of the entire programme.
The singing section has developed into
chorus of which any city might be
proud, and great credit is due not only
to the faithful efforts of the efficient d.
rector, but to every member. The rendi-
ton of their two numbers afforded the
lovers of classical music rare treat.
The Apollo orchestra was enthusiastic
cally greeted by all it's old friends and
made many new ones. Like the tabled
Phoenix, it has only received new life
and vigor by it's temporary retirement
should be congratulated upon having an
opportunity of playing under such an
able and well-known director as Mr.. e.
e. Williams.
! Mrs. Joseph Lowensohn's mastery
technique made the two numbers which
she played very effective. She Is ia
'vorite with Birmingham audiences.
Prof. Bruno Oetteking surpassed him.
self in his first number, the Eighth Con-
certo, for violin, by Ludwig Spohr. one
til 81 hA
tone and fine technique when listening to
him, as all these are made subservient
to his genius, and he carries his hearers
with him to a world of pure music. his
conception of the Spohr concerto was
revelation to some of us whose time IS
spent in the more prosy pursuits or
erey-day life. Not only is this favorite
of Birmingham audiences an excellent
director and violinist, but he is almost as
much at home on the piano as on his be-
loved fiddle. His talent and thorough
knowledge of the laws of harmony were
strikingly exhibited in the composition
of his exquisite title song, "Nacht
Ruhe"
Franklin Emeline Won Navarro held
her audience spell-bound from her Irst
note 1t is a pity we have such gifted
artist in our midst and do not oftener
have an opportunity of hearing her. In
listening to her Interpretation OF the
aria from Samson and DANA, one can
easily understand now Sne WON Hei
worldwide reputation. Her repertoire
seems to cover the whole range of must
cal literature, and she is equally efficient
in every style.
Mr.. Claude Seals is too well known to
need any comment. No concert Is COM
'plete without his cornet, whose beautiful
tones reach every heart He was most
ably seconded by Miss Belle Mccoy, who
is an admirable accompaniment and
thorough musician.
Mr.. Fred Schwind displayed great
ability in his management of his instru-
ment, and his playing was enjoyed by ALL
The success of several of the numbers
was largely due to Mrs. oliver Chalifoux
who displayed her usual ability in her
artistic accomplishments.
The following invitation reached the
State Herald office yesterday
Social session, Birmingham Lodge, NO.
their social on Wednesday evening at
$780, Dec. 2, 1886, in honor of Brothers X.
F. Beasley and e. Lesser, Elks hall.
F. L. CRANES,
Chairman Committee.
The invitation insures the holder good
time, plenty of musical selections, vocal
solos, good cheer, etc.
Mrs M. l.. Sloss and son, Mundie, left
last night for an extended visit to OK
ford, Miss.
Miss Annie Erwin, of North Carolina,
ia on a visit to Miss Mary Johnston.