Last Monday evening all the port folks were invited to another "At Home" at the residence of the Commissioner. Those of us who have enjoyed the hospitality of Mr. and Mrs. King looked forward to the event with great anticipation, and we wore not disappointed.
The occasion was the opening of their house after its repairing and repainting. The friends began to gather at 8 o'clock, and in a few moments the spacious parlours were filled. Although the weather was very threatening, about forty guests were present.
began @ programme of twenty-four num-'Toa waa served at halfpest six and then bers. Mr. Houston ated "ay mechor of coremoniee, which part he filled in a very able manner. The singing was exceptionally good. Almost all were given an encore, Mra, Ker's rendering of King's Message," was beautifully given, as also was Miss Cooper's song, Under the Bamboo Tree."
Mrs. Shaw "Rainbows," very sweetly and was heartily encored. Mr. Ker, H. M. Consal, gave us a reading from Wee McGregor, which was greatly appreciated. Miss Bertha Cassidy gave a This was enjoyed co.much she was recalled reading entitled Maternal Duplicity."
to give' another selection. Miss Mitchell gave ao adaptation of the Angels of Buona sta, entitled War in Manchuria."
after twelve numbers were given, all were invited into the dining room, where a sumptuous supper was served, after which the programme was completed. Mr. Bono's violin solos were much enjoyed as were all-the numbers- which were so kindly contributed by the guests. Mr. and Mrs, King showed every consideration to their guests and Mrs. King hérelf took
evening as accompanist.
Our Commissioner and his wife since they came to Wuhu have done all they could to make it pleasant for all residing in the port, and we fully appreciate their
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