Ann Arbor High School

The animal exhibition of the high school juniors is always looked forvvard to by members as their most important public class event. The interest which they take in all the preparations and' the enthusiasm manifested, not only speaks well for the spirit pervading the school, but is a source of pleasure to their friends and the friends of the high school generally. The discipline and experience acquired through these exhibitions is of much value to the young people, not only in the more advanced work of student life, but in the broader field of practical aftairs. These exhibitions are always of a high order of excellence, among the best of this kind, and that of last Tuesday night was no exeeption. It was held in the high school hall, and, notwithstanding the fact, that an oratorical contest of much interest was announced to take place in University hall at the same time, the spacious room was well-filled by a representative and interested audience. The hall had been tastefully decorated for the occasion by the members of the senior class, and the scène presented, when theyotyig people, who were to take part in the program, marched to their places on the rostrum, was a most pleasing one. The music for the evening was furnished by the University orchestra and was good. At the hour appointed Principal Pattengill led the way to the stage, followed by Supt. Perry and members of the high school faculty, members of the board of education, and others. The program began with prayer by Rev. Dr. H. N. Burton. Miss Ellen R. Bach, daughter of Philip Bach, of the board, was the first speaker. She had chosen for her subject "What Makes the World Go Round?" Among the things mentioned as producing this effect were religión, patriotism and gold. Her production was well written, and ts effect was heightened by being well rendered.. The next speaker, Mr. Benjamin N. Braun, had taken for his subject "The Street Arab." It was a good subject and he got much out of it. The speaker described the appearance, character, home, igr.orance and offenses of the Street Arab and his needs, and the kind of a citizen to be expected from such training. All the points were brought out in a telling manner. Miss Maud A. Bisbeefollowedwith "The Makingof a Great Book." The book referred to was George Eliot's Romola, and the speaker in the few minutes allowed her alluded to the novel and its influence and tried to present some of the requisites in an author for the making of a great book. The production showed much thought and a goodly acquaintance with George Elliot and her writings. Miss Mary T. Carson had for her subject "Look at the Light not at the Lantern." She said it was not the light hoqse which attracted the mariner but the light within, and so with persons, we should be attracted by the beauties of the soul within rather t'nan the outward. appearance. Mr. Will L. Mack followed. His subject was "The Almighty Dollar." He told of the importance of the almighty dollar and defended the desire for the same and referred to the railroads, the telegraph and othef inventions and improvements resulting from the investment of money saved. Mentioned the blessings conferred upon the people by such stewards of great fortunes as Geo. W. Childs and Senator Stanford. "The Battle of Hastings" was the title of Miss Sophia J. Kiesselbach's essay. She gave in a very interesting manner the causes leading up to this great battle which was one of the land marks in the onward march of the world's history, and the good results rlowing therefrom. Martha A. Slater spoke of "A Needéd Invention. She argued that an invention was needed to let a person know when he had said enough, more than one to reproduce and transfer what had been said. "The Retired List" by üluf G. Petersen was one of the best of the productions of the evening and it was finely delivered. He illustrated his subject at the beginning by referring to the practice of the United States government in placing those who have rendered long and faithful service in the arm y and navy on the retired list. Thought the retired list ought to be extended so as to include all persons, and animáis as well, that have rendered long and faithful service in any good cause or work. He made a strong plea for his theory. Miss Pamelia Taylor in her essay on "Robin Hood" related in a fascinating manner the history of the bold outlaw and the mythical stories woven about the same. It was a bright effort. Miss Gertrude E. Vaughan treated of "Fads." She said ever)' person both oíd and young has a hobby or fad, described in a humorous way some of the more prominent ones of the present day. Mr. Frederick E. Wright discoursed upon "The Phonograph." He brought out the possibilities of the phonograph andpredicted its future. Said Edison regarded it as his greatest invention. The program closed with a benediction by the Rev. J. M. Gelston, of the Presbyterian church. The program as a whole was a very good one and reflected credit upon all concerned. It was neither too short nor too long, but was just right. Here was wherein Principal Pattengill showed his experience and good judgement. . The productions were as good as any we have ever had the pleasure of listening to on similar occasions. The audience was an appreciative one as was shown by the sound of applause that greeted each speaker and the congratulations extended at the close of the program. Many beautiful flowers and other presents were received by the participants.