Alteactive Gathering-at the May jestic Hotel 'The Russian community of Shang. hai, at least. considerable: portion: of it celebrated their incoming. Now Year with a large and, by: no. means unsuccessful ballot' the, Hotel last Friday. The auspices of the Russian. Benevolent Society. and the Union of Russian Army and Navy. Joining with the Russians were many persons. of other nationalities, particularly those of Anglo-American extraction, who. were guests of the occasion.
The handsome ballroom was filled to the overflow, and more than. 800 persons were present for the dinner preceding the dance, which began about 9.30 p.m when the larger number of guests put in. appearance.
Those in charge of the event came to: the decision that no decorations were necessary, in view of those existing in the ball room. distinctive Russian spirit prevailed, however, and all who were present felt that the emotions which abired their hosts on this occasion, were those of a patriotic group: of emigres who have found for themselves, a temporary home in China, Fun and merriment prevailed throughout the evening. Everyone appeared to be infected by the Russian temperament. Good fellowship and a feeling of sympathy. of nations existed, the Russians showing themselves such good -hosta, that all others felt as though the function belonged just as much to them, The ball differing from the usual function was not a display of fancy, dress or Russian national costumes, Ordinary evening dress was the order of the day.
The Russian Entertainers A group of Russian entertainers, including some of the best known amateur and professional talent, presented a charming programme: consisting of ten numbers, which needless to say, wore enthusiastical ly received. "Mme. Svetlanova and: M, Salnikof, of course, neod no: {introduction to Shanghai' audiences, they appearing in "Night" and fanti," a Tehardach " offerings The art of the others was above criticism, The full programme follows: A lethe little "Chopiniard®
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