A MONSTER CARNIVAL.

Auckland Star, Volume LVII, Issue 128, 1 June 1926, Page 5

A MONSTER CARNIVAL.

• FOR MAKIST BROTHERS' SCHOOLS. "Four years ago, I stood by the spot f in Brussels where Nurse Cavell made , her last and greatest sacrifice. Among the dying words of that heroic woman were these: 'Standing as I do in view T of God and eternity, I realise that patriotism is not enough.' A vague and fu2zy patriotism is not enough. You . must get your patriotism right side up, \ and set it upon its true foundation," . ( said the Roman Catholic Bishop of . Auckland, Rt. Rev. Dr. Cleary, in open- | ing the grand carnival, in aid of the . erection of Catholic schools, in the Town Hall last night. "There are probably , many who have little idea that in our , educational system and church life, , patriotism is built up on its- only solid . and permanent basis. In and out of our schools, love of country is an act of religion. As we try to train youth to love and serve God, so, in due measure '■ we try to train them to love and serve jour country as well." Bishop Cleary ! said this was the first general appeal ' made for the Marist Brothers in this city and district for a whole generation. The members of that great teaching . brotherhood had, for over a generation, been preparing boys for complete living —for the duties of good citizenship in this passing life, and for the glories 01 the City of God in the greater and wider life to come. He hoped that, as a result of the carnival, there would be ' a great extension of the work of the devoted brothers. (Applause.) Bishop Brodie, of Christchurch, also spoke, wishing the workers the greatest success. Amid scenes of much enthusiasm, the {carnival was soon in full swing, and there was an atmosphere of revelry and happiness, not coniined to the tastefully decorated cabaret, where young people danced to the strains of a spirited jazz band. During the evening, Mr. Justice Redmond sat in his Mock Court, imposing heavy fines on certain of the clergy and others who were unfortunate enough to fall into the hands of the i carnival police force. Side shows did great business. A youth in a barrel, who allowed patrons to take pot shots at him with rubber balls, had a busy time, and the carnival telegraph office buzzed merrily throughout the evening. Of raffles and competitions there were no end, some of the prizes offered being of substantial value, with the result that the army of ticket sellers found a ready response to their appeals. The cathedral parish, Church of the Sacred Heart, Ponsonby, St. Joseph's, Grey Lynn, St. Benedict's, Newton, and the combined parishes of Manukau, Parnell, and Remuera each conducted a stall, where a fascinating variety of goods was offered for sale. During the evening 64 girls, led by Miss Violet Hyde, and directed by Captain Redmond, 1 X.Z.S.C, appeared in a grand march, the various countries of the British Empire i being represented. This was a most 1 spectacular number, the eight groups, I each dressed in a distinctive costume, presenting a spectacle full of beauty and ; colour. Later, ladies and gentlemen in powder and patches performed old Eng- ■ lish dances which were thoroughly i appreciated. A choir of 50 boys sang > popular songs throughout the evening, ' and incidental music was supplied by an orchestra, while a costume party conl tributed to the entertainment with L pleasing eflect. Attractive programmes i will be submitted each evening this week , till Saturday, when the carnival will conclude. A queen carnival is being ; run in connection with the effort, and supporters of the various candidates are I working in a spirit of healthy rivalry. When a count was made last night, TrinI cess Vala (St. Patrick's) was in the lead, ' closely followed by Princess Doreen (Manukau), Princess Irene (St. Benedict's), Princess Ima (Ponsonby), and Princess Clarice (Grey Lynn). Much of the success of the initial stages of the carnival was due to the efforts of the organising secretary, Rev. Father .Bus* ton. D.C.L.