THIS WEEK'S PUZZLES.

Auckland Star, Volume LVIII, Issue 151, 29 June 1927, Page 18

THIS WEEK'S PUZZLES.

No. 42 COMPETITION. COUNT YOUR SYLLABLES. Write down the word "determine" in two columns, spelling it backwards the> second time. In tho spaces fill in words beginning and ending with the letters which correspond as has been dono here, with tho word "postpone."

Ing- although unpleasant occurrence. When addressing letters to Wendy or Tinker Bell do it exactly the same way except that you put tlieir names instead of "Peter Pan." Elsie Myera—l agree with you about the cold, especially in the early mornings Thanks rur your tongue-twisters and riddles. Dorothy Fowler—l have chosen you a book which I thinK you will like. I though: the decorations were pretty, too. Eunice Bender—Never mind, you'll have time Tor the competitions when the concert is over. I will always answer your letters in the mail bag. Eileen Webb—l should like to know now to make those purses. Is it very dimcult? I wonder how much money you raised by your Paddy's market. We made tiO on our stall. Country dances are most picturesque. She's not a bit too young to Join. Thanks Tor your Jokes. Thelma Walters—Yes. thanks, the stall was a huge success. Pattie Knight—You will have read the answer to your letter by this time. We have such a big mail bag that the answers are often delayed. It's possible to succeed with jiggles even when you're not a very good drawer. Originality counts more than anything. Kitty Thomas—The postage was quite correct. Your certificate has been sent. Yes, it is cold in the mornings. Winifred Stone—lt Is hard lines not to be able to enter for the competitions. Perhaps you will have a chance when th<holidays come. I don't envy you your work as secretary. Any Information you choose to give me about England will be fresh and welcome. Your story arrived quite sarely. Enid Billing—l have recorded your change of address. Can't you persuade one of your friends to forward you copies? Are you on a rami? You have plenty or livestock. Dorothy Ferguson—There are lots and lots or competitions for which you may enter Resides the rour every Wednesday we often have competitions for the little rolk under 10. Cisey Williamson—Welcome to our club. Of course, you may enter Tor the competitions. Marjory Henson—l am glad to hear from you again. Good luck in the exam. I expect you have snow fairly often in the winter. It must be far too cold for tlie flowers to bloom In your garden. Freedom Combes—l see from your letter that even mumps have their advantage. No wonder you found it hard to wait arter staying in bed all the time. You must all be looking rorward to that dance. Are you going in fancy dress yourself? Eva Kane—l am Judging your competition with the others as you are no 4 responsible for the misadventure. Dorothy Mitchell—You are fortunate net to be worrying , over the exams. Why don't you let your little brother and sister Join too. It must indeed be difficult to get to school through such a sea or mud. That good attendance certificate is certainly an honour. You don't need to be a good drawer to go in for the jiggles. Originality counts most. The stall was a complete success, thank you. The jokes are both suitable. Mary Finan—l'm just as pleased as you expected. I understand your difficulties over the competitions. Any person who wishes may enter for the fortnightly story competition. Do send in your Joke. Nancy Dande—You'll have a chance to join soon when the next entry form appears. Even if your short story arrives too late to be judged the same fortnight it will be entered Tor the competition following. It's quite strange to hear or sunshine oo tliese dull days. At any rate

arter the shortest day, we may all loot rorward to spring again. Every week twr names are picked out at random Tor oui roll ror the call or the Club. The persons whose names appear then cut out the design and forward it to us, when thev receive 2/6. Dorothy Brook—As the circumstances were so exceptional I decided to enter your contribution ror the competition along with all the others. I appreciate your kind thought to let me know you haven't forgotten. I'm rond or poetry, too. W&o is your ravourite author? Phyllis Moore—Very many thanks. The certillcate was intended for another girl with the same names as yourseir. A surprise is in the post Tor you; maybe it has arrived.