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E STRATFORD PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY THE FLETCHER JOHNSTON PRESS, sree STRATFORD, ONT. STRATFORD, MAY 22, 1936 No. 49 So you missed us, eh? Absence of sport news or nuisance from this great family journal result- om an argument with the boss. Not a regular battle, you under- stand. Just one of those periodical family affairs in which all parties con- cerned try to figure out exactly who's he most bull-headed, and why. a We, of course, submitted that everyone except serious young things and old crocks were vitally interested our scintillating » observations on orting events past, present and fu- ture. F. J. thought things in Europe had a greater bearing on ths future welfare of this land of promise and promissory notes. _ Either the weather or a passing gleam of intelligence inspired the idea that the best way to get the an- sSwer to this momentous' problem would be to leave it to friends, neigh- bors and acquaintances. In other words, to you, our readers. _ And you, in your customary manner, loyally rallied to our support in a manner that put Italy and Ethiopia both off THE MIRROR'S front page for a week or two, or permanently. Your loud, long squawk was music _ to our protrubant ears, which since _ early childhood have inclined toward _ the cauliflower type. So if the old _ blind Remington doesn't let us down, we shall resume dispensing words of wisdom. Now, carry on. * * * _ AUSPICIOUS OR SUSPICIOUS? The Nationals got going Saturday last to the accompaniment of inter- provincial complications, whose gen- eral theme was: Is Dave Lambton pro, amateur or what? The monkey- wrench was chucked into the situa- tion at the last minute, when his cer- _ tifieate was held up pending investiga- tion. His transfer to the Nats proved _ about as valuable as a flock of Con- federate money. _ While the development added spice to the situation, it didn't make much of a hit with fans who travelled to _ Guelph to watch the big boy knock the Guelphers on their ear. The one thing remaining was do what's fre- quently been done so successfully be- ¥ the day, which he did -- and how! Mounting the mound, Craig just showed the boys and cash customers that the eye and arm are both func- tioning 100 per cent. He did a nice _ job, and the entire squad was with _ him in supplying what it takes to win ball games, so they wound up with a - nice margin of six runs. Lambton is out of the picture until the O.B.A.A. has reports from Sher- lock Holmes, Charlie Chan and its other sleuths. It will all be over, no doubt, when the Nats make their local debut at the Stadium and give the critics a chance to figure out just what they'd do if they were running the team. * + *@ THRILLS, SPILLS, CHILLS _ While the weatherman to date hasn't been displaying much more sympathy 'the Shylock with the mortgage 'New Party Leader? F. J. Says -- Most of us can get a good deal of encouragement from the words of Browning, who wrote: "Tis not what man does which exalts him--But what man would do." The author who said that "the worst man in the world may be better than the best man in the world" expressed in different words the same thought. Meaning, of course, that our desires or mot- ives are the real source of all our actions, and from these sources spring that which shapes our ends. We like to believe with Brown- ing that exaltation does not come from what we do alone, but what we would do. Then we are not nearly so liable to think of our- selves as failures. Are we not much more able to harness our de- sires and motives and put them into action when we say or think we have not failed? Keeping in mind the positive suggestion that we shall not fail truly creates a : greater incentive to carry on. There is still hope for him who cherishes the good that he would do. This thought will pulsate and throb within the human breast un- til the day of realization dawns, and invisibility has become vis- ible. ing activities may be considered to get under way, officially or otherwise, on Monday. May 24th used to be red- lettered on the calendar as the date on which it was safe to slip out of the red flannels, take the first dip in the swimming hole down by _ the waterworks and sprinkle a few seeds around for the hens to garner. Times have changed, fortunately, perhaps. One consequence will be that folks looking for some real excitement on the holiday will head for the Fair Grounds to watch the motorcycle whels go 'round and around while the Canadian 10-mile dirt track champion- ship is being decided by boys who don't care what hospital they land up in. Stratford's own Jim Lawrence will defend his title against all com- ers, with Gordon Ruston right on the saddle to give him a warm argument, as he did last year, when he was run- ner-up. B. Neal, W. Scott and dare- devils from Toronto, London, Hamil- ton, Windsor and other towns guaran- tee action from the first pop of the fore--Call on the Schoolmaster to save | un This will be Stratofrd's first chance to witness the championship event and a big attendance should be the answer (Continued on page 4) A decided boom in favor of Lieut. Col. George Drew, K.C., as new leader of the Conservative party is reported from all parts of Ontario. All indica- tions point to him being chosen for the post at the provincial convention next week. HOW TO SAVE MONEY AND DECIDE A WAGER Elsewhere in this issue of THE MIRROR is an announcement describ- ing a friendly argument between F. G. McTavish and the publisher, head- ed "I Made A Bet." Whether you bet or don't, you'll probably find it inter- esting, and the values offered excep- tionally attractive. Those who take advantage of the bargains offered by the McTavish Economy Store will be benefitting directly by saving money, and they will help settle the bet. McTavish and his clerks will be kept busy and every- one will be happy. Next week's MIRROR will announce the result of the argument. Make sure we get that smart hat. 'the coveted medals, , phies and scholarships. Delightfnl Concert Concludes Splendid Musical Year Here One of the most enjoyable musical seasons in Stratford's history was brought to a delightful conclusion in the city hall on Wednesday evening, with the post-Festival concert and pre- sentation of trophies to winners of certificates, tro- Like the Festival itself, the grand closing concert was the most success- 'ul yet presented, and the program yresented by the instrumentalists and vocalists was an inspiring revelation f talent to the large audience. The -vent was_a splendid climax 'to both 'the Festival itself and another year's 'uccessful accomplishment in local nusical activities. The program was: Piano solos, Joan Long, Jean E. Mc~- Pherson, Hazel Hyde, Constance May-- yard, Ariel McNaught, Doris Ward,. Jocelyn, winner of the giano trophy and David Dockrill, winner of the piano scholarship. Piano duets--Lois Dunn and Harold Gibbons, Yvonne McTavish and Carol M. Pinner, Lorna G. Cook and Palmer Stalley. Violin solos--Bruce Holmes, Victor Walker, Eleanor Roszell, Caledonia, winner of the R. S. Williams violin trophy. Vocal solos--Douglas Dickson of Guelph, Merlyn Melvin, Leslie Con- nop, Robert Small, John C. McFar- lane of Poole, Mary E. Small, Mrs. R. H. Wilkie, winner of the McLagan Rose Bowl. Viola solo--Dorothy McDonald. Selection by the Aeolian trio--Anna Trethewey, Charles Trethewey and Claude Chislitt. NIOSI'S BAND MAKES A SENSATIONAL HIT Stratford devotees of Terpsichore have danced to the music of many fine orchestras, but until this season they have not paid such tribute as they have to Bert Niosi and his musi- cians. This has taken the form of large attendance at every appearance of the band at Lakeside Pavilion, in spite of wintry weather. An opportunity to say a regretful "Adieu" to Niosi and his musicians will be provided on the evening of the holiday, Monday, when they will make their final appearance for the season locally, having been engaged to appear all Summer at Crystal Beach. Here's hoping the weather- man relents, and plays his part toward making the occasion a gala one. 41 DOWNIE STREET Wane PER ann PA Pc) |< o}™ old ec segiamgnee Summer sport- ee ag Cll NT) STRATFORD ONTARIO rac) |>| <i) Zleanor A. Randall, Hamilton, Gordon: St. Marys: seo eA PN ANTE EE ANI ED NORE Rn atte ARN oe er eer eons ate crete ear ar eam A SE So EO amentiisueiummueene smoneaiatmaaded " 7 ie Lhe DH WEA -- "sgh ReCeNERRP NTIS ---- ------ SS Se Se