Thursday morning came the great Fraternal Parade. All nature smiled in pleasure as the Fraternity men, women and children in gay uniforms and Centennial attire marched and rode in long divisions through the streets of the City. It was a brilliant and inspiring spectacle.

The crowning event of the week came Thursday afternoon. This was the Pageant, "The Light of St. Marys. " This Pageant was conceived and brought to perfection through the genius of an artist, Miss Ida Lee Beene, a resident of St. Marys. The Pageant brought not only immense credit to the City itself, but a magnificent tribute to its author, Miss Beene. It was a wonderful outgrowth of creative ability. Beautiful Memorial Park formed a unique setting for this great event. For months previous Miss Ida Lee Beene, Director, and a host of loyal and willing helpers had worked to prepare for this event and its rendition far surpassed the fondest hopes of the most optimistic. In beautiful and varied colors, with grace and poetry in every action, moving in well trained precision, the different units came and acted out the History of the City. It was stupendous in its planning, magnificent in its execution and gorgeous in its beauty. Thousands viewed the wonderful sight but more thousands were turned away, unable to get near the Park.

Thursday evening at the tent came one of the finest programs ever given. The music by Mr. Leo McFarland and the Chorus was of the highest quality and was an inspiration to the address that followed. This address was given by U. S. Senator S. D. Fess. Dr. Fess was at his best and made a distinct hit with the enormous crowd present.

Friday morning was given over to "Kiddies Day." Comprising the Doll Show, Doll Carriage Parade, Tricycle Show, Bicycle Show and Races, Pushmobile Show and Races. This was a very interesting part of the weeks events and attracted a big crowd. Friday afternoon at one o'clock came athletic and swimming events, directed by Mr. R. R. Barrington.

Owing to the fact that thousands were unable to see the Pageant on Thursday, it was decided to repeat it on Friday. This was done and another enormous crowd was on hand to view it. This repetition interferred somewhat with the Program given at the Tent at 2:00 o'clock. Mr. Hobart Scott presided at this program. The Prelude was given by the Centennial Orchestra under the direction of Mr. Wm. Nichols and was a distinct treat. Mr. Scott then introduced Mr. Chas. A. Mooney, U. S. Representative from Cleveland. Mr. Mooney is an old St. Marys boy, born and raised here and educated in the Public Schools of St. Marys. Mr. Mooney, because of the Pageant, spoke briefly but in a most able and interesting manner. He especially referred to old friends and neighbors and to old St Marvs as he knew it.

Friday evening was given the Cantata, "The Legend of Nacooche," under the direction of Mrs. M. K. Clover. This was one of the premier programs of the week and drew a huge crowd to the tent. Three months of rehearsal on this difficult theme brought forth a splendid production which should be a matter of great satisfaction to those participating. The Cantata was followed by the playlet "Finders Keepers" which was skillfully given in artistic fashion by Mr. Emil Limbacher, Mrs. C. P. Kite and Miss Irene McNally

Saturday was an open period for rest and visits. Saturday afternoon was given over to one of the most interesting programs of the Centennial, the pioneer's experience meeting Mr. C. C. McBroom presided at this meeting and on the stage were many of the pioneers of the city. Early scenes were recalled and reminiscences indulged. Mr. T. A. E. Weadock of Detroit, Michigan, spoke of his early days in and around St. Marys. Others who took part in recalling early days were James Weadock, Mrs. Charles Prange, J. D. Fike, Matthew Brodbeck, Samuel Murlin and Mrs. Wilbur Fiske. Interspersed through the program were beautiful and timely musical selections by the Centennial Orchestra, the Helmstetter Sisters orchestra, Mr. Arthur Nichols and Mr. Harvey Boltz.

During this program, an event occurred which was not on the official program. The North and South met. Mr. James P. Smith, a Union Veteran of the Civil War, called Miss Ida Lee Beene, a daughter of the South to the platform, and in behalf of the Civil War Soldiers, and in recognition of her splendid work with the Pageant, presented her with a beautiful brooch.

Saturday evening came the grand finale, the Mardi Gras. The air, the earth and the regions under the earth were represented by the hilarious celebrants. Angels, people, animals and the devil himself were all duly depicted. It was a spectacle in a class by itself. Music was furnished by the Chamber of Commerce Band and the Salem Township Community Band. The revelers were tendered an ovation all along the line of march by the multitudes packed along the street. Old time dances were put on near the north end of Main Street between Spring and High while the more modern dances were indulged in at the south end of the same space. Appropriate music was going at the same time at opposite ends of the dance rectangle.

Among the really big features of Centennial week were the great array of exhibits, ancient and modern at the Exhibit Tent. Industrial, mercantile, educational and antique relics were represented and classified. These exhibits drew great crowds all through the week. There was an elaborate display of school work of the schools today and also exhibits of pictures, manuscripts and books in use 30, 40, 50 and 60 years ago. There was also a wonderful collection of old laces, dress goods, cooking utensils, fire arms, tables, musical instruments, and dozens of other relics in the Historical Exhibit. Many of these relics were