MEETINGS & ENTERTAINMENTS

Auckland Star, Volume XXXVII, Issue 195, 16 August 1906, Page 2

MEETINGS & ENTERTAINMENTS

PITT AND EDWIN STREETS P.M. CHURCH,

PITT AND EDWIN STREETS P.M. CHURCH.

■ OLD CHTJMS' BALL. The second grand ball in connection with the Old Chums' and Schoolfellows' Associa- | Uori" was held in the Royal Albert Hall last

evening, when there was a crowded attendance, oyer 300 people being present. Shortly after eight o'clock the president, Mr C. D. Gray, in an appropriate speech, welcomed the visitors. Then, to the strains of music, the grand march was formed, the president and Mrs YV. L. Moyiau leading off. An enjoyable programme of about 20 ' dances was then gone through. Thd M.C.'s were Messrs. F. A Mens, T. F. Tester, Molloy, M. J". Bennett, H. Moody, and D. Flynn. The music was supplied by Meredith's orchestra. An excellent supper was. provided during an.interval in the dancing.

A sacred cantata, entitled "The Ruler's

Daughter," was given at the Pitt and I Kldwin sts. Primitive Methodist Church last evening. There was a very large attendance, and the very excellent music provided was much enjoyed. A choir, consisting of upwards of hrty> voices, took • part in the production, the effect of which . was considerably enhanced by the presence of an excellent orchestra. Mr W. W. Car- ' law presided at the organ, Mr Theo. King was the pianist, and Mr J. Bouskill conductor. It is proposed to repeatrthe performance at the Franklin-rd. und Alex- . andra-st Churches at a later date. VETERANS' HOME CONCERT. A very successful concert was given at the Veterans' Home last night to celebrate the anniversary of Lord Ranfurly's birthday (14th August). This concert was arranged by the Auckland Orphans' Club, , and was. much enjoyed by the veterans and visitors present. Items were rendered by Messrs. Manning, Rogers, Walker, Mincher, ' Johnson .and Abrains, and were all encored. The Eroica Quartette sang two items, and were each time recalled. The Orphans' Club orchestra, under the baton of Herr Louis Blitz, gave three selections, which i the veterans thoroughly enjoyed.- The accompaniments were played' by Mrs Rogers and Mr Harold Light A vote of thanks to the performers was proposed by Capt Archer, and three hearty cheers were given by the veterans. ONEHUNGA TENNIS CLUB. / The annual meeting of- the Onehnnga Lawn Tennis Club was held- last night Captain Richardson was re-elected-presldent. <for the ensuing year; Mr C: .Mcintosh" secretary , and Mr G. Flemmlng treasurer." The playing committee appointed were Messrs Rlshworth, Flemmlng, and Ohlson. It was I decided to hold a euchre party and dance; next month under the auspices of the club. SACRED HEART COLLEGE OLD BOYS. A progressive e.uchro party and dance; was held In the Federal Hall last evening. 1 In connection with the Sacred' Heart College Old Bpys' Football Club, who are proceeding to'vvanganui this month to play a.' local team. About Bi'l couples took part; In the euchre games, and' a large number participated in the dancing, which was held: Immediately after supper. The committee: managed the affair remarkably well, aud. Miss Mcllhone made a- capable secretary. The successful winners of the tourney were

—Ladles,' first prize Miss N. McGuire; gents, ( Mr J. McGuire. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY. 1 The annual meeting- of tho St. Vincent de Paul Society was held at St Patrick's; . Convent High -School yesterday afternoon. There was a large attendance, over which Bishop Lenihan. presided. The following: priests were present:—Fathers Holbrook, ' Buckley, Cahill, and Murphy. The secre- , tary's annual report stated 51 parcels of clothing, containing 56S garments, had-been distributed during the year, also 617 parcels i of sewing, 22 pairs of boots, 25 yards of new material, and about 200 orders for groceries and milk. Some 104 visits were paid , during the year. The receipts i amounted to £85 7/lft, and £31 5/7 was paid out In charities. The Bishop spoke encouragingly • of" the society's work, and congratulated the members on the increased interest: that it had received in the various, parishes. On the Bishop's suggestion it was decided to hold subsequent annual meetings on Ascension Thursday. The Bishop then invited the co-operation of the ladies In the direction of forming a conference of men in connection with the present organisation, remarking that there was urgent necessity for this branch, especially in regard to the sailors and immigrants arriving: in the port. The Order of the Sisters of ; Mercy had v he said, expressed a desire to; help the society ih paying visits to the sick . and needy, and those, present received the announcement with applause. During, the: afternoon songs were sung by Misses Campion. Casey. C. Lorrigan. Mesdavnes Edwards, and Winstanley. Miss Browne played a piano solo, and a duet was played by Misses Jones and Amodeo. The accompaniments were played by Misses Jones and Qninn. and Mrs Worthlngton. The following officers were elected:—President, Mrs McCabe;. secretary. Mrs ,T. H. Parish; treasurer. Miss Lynch. Afternoon tea was dispensed, and at the close the Bishop was accorded a hearty vote of thanks for' presiding.

A very fine rendering of the sacred cantata, "The Ruler's Daughter," was given, last evening in the Pitt and Edwin street P.M. Church. The choir, numbering about fifty, sang tho choruses In spirited style. The soloists were: Sopranos, Mrs Bethune, Mrs Foster. Miss Eddie, Mrs and Miss Wameford; tenors. Mr Bock and Mr Rice; bass, Mr Rutledge and Mr Kayes; altos, Misses Mansel! (2), Mrs Taylor and Miss YVorthington. The Bnloists were frequently. applauded. An efficient orchestra played the introduction and generally rendered good service. Mr Bouskill conducted. Mr W. W. Carlaw presided at the harmonium, and Mr Theo. King at the piano. The readings were given by the Rev. YV. St Potter. The church was well filled with appreciative hearers. A very hearty vote of thanks was given to the slDgers and instrumentalists. This cantata is entirely new, and judging by Its reception last evening, it is sure to become popular. ORGAN RECITAL. An organ recital was given last evening In Mount Eden Congregational Church, and was fairly well attended considering the s |png counter attractions elsewhere. A capital programme was submitted. Mj Ferriday contributed a couple of vocal solos. The choir sang the... anthem; ."0 Lord. How Manifold." Mr G. Body and Mr A. Hooron wore encored for a duet on the clarionettc and oboe, the item being: "Veu teveitre." Th* following organ solos were exeellent'y played hy Mr W. T. Sharp"Berceuse" (Serentelle), "Serenade." "Gavotte" (Bach), "Dream of Huns." "TurkisU Patrol,"' and "Vienna March" , (Scotsoa. Clark}. _ ■| . .