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John Conder — Halbrake School — Christmas entertainment.
Halbrake Collegiate School, New Wandsworth.
The annual Christmas encertainment by the p upils of the above schoo l, of which the Rev. J . Couder, fr , .R.G.S., is the Principal, was given on Friday evening, the 19th ult., when the schoolroom was filled to repletion by the patents of the scholars and a select circle of friends. Especial pains had been taken in decorating the room. its more than ordinary elegant and effective appearance being in a great measure due to the exertions of Messrs. Edgar and Ernest Bower.
The programme comprised a representation of the French comedy, "Lee Souliers de Gaspard," a selection from" The Merchant of Venice," and the popular farce of "Box and Cox." The former was given with a most commendable appreciation of the text, and the correct accentuation and clear articulation of the bo,s generally was a marked feature throughout, and compared favourably with that of a young. fresh student, Bouseet, who assumed the rule of Gaspard. The other characters were well sustained by Lambert, Price, Lobjoit, Hardy, Arnold. Trewby. Maynard. Young, sad Lawrence, the "make up" of the latter as Luce eliciting particular attention.
"The Merchant of Venice" was superbly raounted, the costumes being exceedingly rich, and the scenery excellent and effective. The cast was a good one, and both as regards text and action found competent exponents, there being a noticeable lack of unevenness, exaggeration. and want of life too commonly allied to academical representations, and not infrequently in amateur performances of a more mature age. The parts were distributed as follows: Duke of Venice, Lobjoit ; Antonio. Long; 13aseanio, Cuninghame; Sakai�, P. Caudwell ; Salarino, H. Mossop; Gratianc, Nicholson; Shylock, J. Mossop ; Launcelot, Webster; Gobbo, Maxwell; Portia. Hon. Evelyn Denison; Nerissa, Trewby ; and Mag. nificoes. Shylock wan a well-studied rendition, Moesop having evidently closely studied the part of the exacting and merciless Jew, and not less praiseworthy was the Portia of the lion. Evelyn Denison, whose well-articulated delivery and dignified bearing in the trial scene evoked hearty and just commendation; nor should the clear and marked enunciation of Nicholson as Gratiano be passed over without particular comment, contributing as it undoubtedly did to a satisfactory whole, marred only by the necessarily limited gage room. "Vol and Cox" kept the audience in a state of great hilarity. Box (Mr. Mathews), Cox (Weoster), and Mrs. Bouncer (Macomb) being each at home in their parts; and, in fact, the reverend principal may be congratulated on his happy distribution of the various characters throughout the evening, the entertainment being of it. kind of superior merit.
At the conclusion of the plays, the Rev. J. Conder explained that as he had not received the returns of the late examinations (College of Preceptors and Cambridge Local) the prizes would not be awarded until after the vacation.
A vote of thanks was then proposed to the Rev. J. Conder and his pupils for the evening's enjoyment, and the National Anthem, after three times three for the principal and Mrs. Cornier, brought the evening to a close.
We would suggest, in order to add to tho general tote' ensemble the supply in the auditorium of a little extra gas, and the substitution of a drop scene for the draw curtain.
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Sham Fight, 1874
At the Wandsworth police-court, Edward Rough, a cowkeeper of Chatham-road, Wandsworth-common, was summoned for selling milk adulterated with 35 per cent. of water. The defendant was represented by his wife, who said they bought a great deal of milk. Mr. Ingham said there was a great distinction between the defendant's case and that of small traders who sold a gallon of milk or two. The defendant was a dealer to a large extent. He asked her if she could tell him where the manufacture of milk went on. Mrs. Rough said she did not know. Mr. Ingham fined the defendant £5 and costs.
PB: Is this same Rough who used to live in Alma terrace? — often associated with the Neal family? Was he too once a nurseryman on land formerly part of the Common e.g. along Trinity Rd? I also recall there are a number of court cases involving him as complainant. There are numerous articles mentioning cows grazing in fields around here — fields that would soon be built over, of course.
John Conder officiates at wedding.
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KALULU!
Halbrake School Athletic Sports — Du Buisson.
Halbrake School Athletic Sports.
The above annual sports came off on Saturday last, in a field situated near St. Anne's Church, kindly lent for the occasion by James Du Buisson, Esq.
The varied costumes of the boys, the numerous flags used in marking out the ground; the spectators, who included the fashion and beauty of Wandsworth and neighbourhood; and the excellent music dispensed by the indefatigable band of the 1st Surrey Artillery, under the direction of Mr. W. Bourd — all rendered the scene one of exceptional gaiety; and though the sun at times disdained to shine, and the envious clouds showered forth their displeasure, the effect was but transient — "all went merry as a marriage bell".
The successful athletes were well rewarded for their exertions, as it is a rare case in which prizes so elegant and valuable, and at the same time so numerous, are awarded in school sports.
One interesting feature of the day's proceedings was the fact of Mr. H. M. Stanley's boy Kalulu (who is being educated at the school) entering for several events, who, although not fortunate enough to win, displayed considerable aptitude in the various events in which he was engaged, and evinced much improvement upon his last year's attempts — his healthy, robust appearance being much admired. We are informed that Mr. Stanley would have distributed the prizes, had not his recent all-important engagement prevented.
The ladies' prize for general proficiency was won by E. HAwer; but owing to an arrangement that it cannot be taken by the same boy tee successive years. it fell to the lot of the second — viz., D. E. Bower, brother to the former. The president of the sports was the Rev. John Conder. headmaster of the school, and the committee were E. Nicholson. E. Hower. the Hon. Evelyn Denison, and J. Mossop. The prizes were presented to the candidates by Mrs. Conder, and the following is the
LIST OF WINNERS.
Throwing Cricket Ball (for boys under 12): G. Corvallis. Thr — jimg Cricket Ball (open): D. E. Bower, 7 3 / a rdb. Gilbert, Race (100 yards, boys under 12): F. Putt — the Weight: E. Nicholson. Flat Rae. Ow yards handicap, open): D. E. Bower, 1 Young, 2.. Flat Race 180 lards boys unaer 11): S. Perks, 1: South, 2. iopeol: Edg. Bower, 1, Mt. sn. Flat Race quarter of a mile handicap, open): H. Homo. Back Rao e (80 yards. open): W. H. Webber, 1. Walking Race (quarter of a mile handicap, opsn): J. I. Pole Jump (open): A. Hodges,;ft. Sin. Hurdle Race: E. Bower, 1. Three-legged Race: Hodges and Young, 1. Flat Race (half a mile handicap, open): E Bower, 1. Long Jump (open): W. H. Webber. Sack Ram (open): A. Hodges. Old Pupils' Base (1100 yards): W Corsellis, 1. radars' R&M (quarter of a mile): C. A. Gilbert, 1. Sack Race (boys 12): C. Madie, 1; E. Cox, 2. _ _ (100 yards, boys 12): Breboer, 1. Consolation Race (open, 200 yards): A. E. Parratt, 1, Race for the Members of the Band (200 yards): A. J. Ham, 1. An opportunity taken in the 'course of the day to vary the proceedings by chit exercises, in which the party selected displayed much skill and considerable muscular development. The following prizes for gymnastic exercises, which had been previously awarded, were distributed simultaneously with the above: First Division (boys over 13): Champion gold Medal, A. Hodges; certificate from Mr. Winterbottom, J. Mcsnop and J. Cunninghame. Second division (boys between 11 and 13): Silver medal, Eric. Conder; certificate, G. Corsellis. Third Division (boys under 11): Bronze medal, John Conder; certificate, L. Bowers. Drilling Prises: J. Moseop, 1; E. Bower, 2; H. Mossop, 3. _
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DANIEL CLARKE LAWRENCE, aged 12 years, the son of a gentleman residing at 37, Heath-road, Wandsworth, was crossing a field near Wandsworth Common when he was attacked by a stray horse, kicked in the head, and so seriously injured that he died shortly afterwards. A verdict of accidental death was last night returned by a jury.
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Battersea Science and Art Classes.
DISTRIBUTION OF PRIZES.
The annual distribution of prizes and certificates o the students of the Battersea (West) Science and Art Classes took place on Monday evening in the Bath-room attached to the factory of Price's Patent Candle Company, York-road, Battersea. The Rev. Dr. Thompson presided, that gentleman being also chairman of i.he committee of management, and was supported on the platform by the Rev. J. Conder, F.R.G.S., Messrs. G. Page, W. H. Hatcher, G. Childs, H. W. M. Wilson, T. Palmer, S. J. Roberts, and Mr. K. G. Wood. ham, secretary. The room had been embellished by a copious variety of art emblems, comprising paintings on porcelain, photographs from original paintings, etchings. etc., many of which were kindly lent for the occasion, conspicuously some interesting specimens of ancient armour which surmounted the presidential chair, while a numerous display of the work done by the students themselves and which evidenced very creditable execution, had a special charm for the visitors.
The inaugural address was given by the Rev. John Conder, M.A., the Principal of Halbrake Collegiate School. The rev, gentleman, after glancing at the progress of art and science from the earliest ages, gave some interesting and valuable hints regariiug the manner in which the science students should heap up knowledge. He begged them to study principles, not to cram the memory with a lot of facts and formulae, but master reasons and principles. Speaking to the art students, Mr. Conder congratulated them on their success, and said they must feel better for what they had done. The increased knowledge of art would send more visitors to our art galleries — galleries intended for working people, but which working people had been too ignorant to avail themselves of. The prizes and certificates were then distributed. The number of prizes and certificates obtained show a great advance upon last year, especially in scientific subjects numbers 1,2, and 3. The classes to;se formed during the year will be found by reference to our advertising columns.
CERTIFICATES AND PRIZES AWARDED BY THE SCIENCE AND ART DEPARTMENT.
ART — Mr. J. Mansell's clarsee. — Fifty six students for examination. Thirteen obta ned certificates in freehand, four in geometry, four in perspective. and seven in model In addition to certificates It. A. and 8 T. Turtle obtained prize.. Grants were clamed for the awes by the drawings of K. J. Bottr 11, A. Jona.. J. W. Rue if. Wickham. C. Freestone, S. Knight. and J. Taker. Sanneg. — Mr. J. R. Smith's Classee. — Subject I (Plane and Solid Geometry). Ten sat for examination. and six passed The pits holders were F. Forward, A. E. Wickham and A. E. Govey. Subject 2 (Machine Drawing and Construction) Eight sat for exam nation, and three passed. F H. Forward, A. E. Govev, and I' M. Piiiltips were prizehoiders. Subje^t 3 Building Construction and Drawing). Fif een set for exam nation. and I 2 passed. The blowing to3k prizes: H. Tipper, W. Sangster. and H. G. Frost. Grauts were earned for the classes by the drawings of A. E. ?covey. A. E. White. and A. E. Wiekbam. — Mr. T. Morris's Clasier. — Subject 4 (Pure Mathemativs). Ten sat for examination, and two passed. Subject 23 (physical Geography. Nine rit Izr examination, and five pawed Mr. K inactuell's Class — Subject 10 (Inorgauic t hemistry). Eleven sat for examination, and six passed: the wize hold.-rs being C. sumb'e and .1. Warrh.
The Rev. Dr. Thompson then proposed a vote of thanks to the lecturer for his address. The vote was carried by acclamation, and Mr. Couler having proposed thanks to the masters, the proceedings terminated.
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Mr. Buckmaster has kindly consented to give a lecture at the Assembly Boom., Wandsworth, on Monday evening nest. in ai4 of the British Workman's Institution. His subject is "Cookery," which will be practically illustrated, and thrifty housewives will have an admirable opportunity, to eusen Mr. Buckmaster's own words, of learning "how to make the most of a very little." Dr. Longstaff will preside.
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