The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-04-05
Brazilian Fair Arranges Big
 Program

Washington, D. C., April 5.-An elaborate programme calculated to make the Brazilian Centennial Ex- position to be held in Rio de Janerio this Autumn one of the most impress sive in the history of worlds fairs. has just been worked out by the Brazilian American nations and many of those of Europe have already signified their to the exposition, and the larger countries will send one or more war ships.
 The official programme of the ex- position in part, follows:
 The inauguration of the exposi- tion. with cooperation of foreign Countries.
 UnVe1llng Of the statues or noted
 Inauguration of the Museum of Independence, wherein will be con tained relics which have figured In the national history of Brazil.
 Medals To Be Given.
 Distribution of medals awarded by the Federal Government of Brazil in commemoration of the independence of the nation. These medals will be of gold. silver and bronze.
 Installation of a Congress of Pri- mary Instruction" instituted by the teecondary and High School Teach Y t1g," by the university of Rio de Fongress of America History" by ' he Historical and Geographical in jitute of Brazil
 Dedication of the new building of the National Institute of Music. These q exercises will be marked by several musical concerts, in which compost tions of noted Brazilian musicians will r be rendered.
 Presentation of the national opera, "E1 Guarani,'' on the nights of Sep tember and 8. Presentation of this opera will be marked by the singing of the independence hymn when the curtain is raised and by the singing of the national hymn at the close of
 Drama Has Its Place
 An exhibition on specified days of dramas, plays. etc, showing various incidents in the history, geography and civilization of Brazil. The vari- ous types and tribes of Brazilian In dianS will be shown, with their tribal costumes and habitations depicted, to- gether with their mode of living and tribal customs. In addition, there will be groups illustrative of present day farmers, coffee laborers, and in the general life of the country dis tricts today. Other scenes will pie ture the natural beauty, culture and the progress of upper class Brazilians.
 A military parade in which the po> lice and military forces of the various states will participate.
 Review of the Brazilian Navy and of the foreign ships of war which will be in the port at that time. It is expected that the United States Navy will be represented by several of its finest ships
 Reception by the Military Club, at which the Brazilian President will preside.
 Various Official Receptions
 Various official receptions to the several embassies and other foreign missions accredited to the exposi- tion These will be rendered by the Federal GoVernIn ent and by the gov ernments of the various states
 A civic parade on the night of Sep tember ', which will pass before the : statues of the founders of the Bra gillian nation. This function will be led by the President of Brazil. the Presidents of the Senate, the Cham Der of Deputies and the Supreme Court, and by the Ambassadors and 1 heads of foreign missions.
 Olympic games in which will be shown all forms of sport particularly i the national games and sports of Bra gil
 Public feasts for children in the ! public gardens.
 Dedication ef the Palace of Justice. - Dedication of the National School of Arts.
 Decoration and illumination of Rio de Janeiro, musical concerts by the public bands in the plazas and public gardens, and other popular festivi- ties.
 The National Exposition which will be held in Brazil will comprise the principal industries and pursuits of the Brazilians.