Margaret Anderson —We will be pleased to make your brother a member, Margaret. Yes, you may buy a new badge, if you. want "one.
John Anderson—lt was so nice to receive a letter in your very own handwriting, John. Always sign your full name, though; had your letter not been sent in the same envelope as your sister's 1 wouldn't have known who it came from.
Gladys Kappely—Yours was a bright letter, Gladys. I think Skippy has quite come up to expectation's, don't you?
Iris Anderson—So glad to hear from you again, Iris. Eighteen is the age limit for active membership.
O. Baglieto Pearn—Yes, Olive, "Secrets" found its mark; it Is well up to your usual standard.
Clarice Donaldson—A . newsy letter, Clarice. Does your brother like the life of a sallornian.
Hazel Hinton—We are glad to have your friend as a member or the club, Hazel. Yes, Nancye is old enough to be a club member. If she fills in a form, I will enrol tier. Christine Smith—Yours was a very nice letter, Christine. Luckily we have been able to send along: the book that you wanted. I know that you will enjoy It. Edna Lewis—We've chosen a book tor you, Edna, and hope that you will like it. Dorothy Calvey—A newsy letter, Dorothy. Write again soon. Phyllis Hughes—Yes. Phyllis, winter 15 dose upon us now. You are certainly lucky to have so many pets. Dorothy Vause—The cold winds ana miserable days or winter are not looked forward to by city dwellers; in ract, I think that there are .very few who like l\\e season when grim King Winter reigns supreme. Kathleen Hollington—You have no points on your card yet, Kath, but cheer up— you are a very new member, you know. The reply in the Budget was for Kathleen Mlington. Dorothy Badman—Has the , certificate .irrived yet, Dorothy? Let us Know if it itis not, and we will post out another. Edna Lewis—Sorry to hear that you 13vi.' tile 'flu, Edna. Shorthand is very '"'ll, but 1 agree that learning it is Kara work. C. Keen Dell—l'm afraid you- must wait till next year, Colleen. You see, your enrolment form arrived too late to include .our name in the birthday greeting lists. \ little bird whispered to me that you md Jean have lovely times together. Do you? Brownie Morrison—The certificate has boon sent; did it arrive saTely, Brownie? Merle O'Sullivan—Only the Haines or club members are published in the Roll Call, Merle. Fill in a form, and we will be pleased to make you a member. June Brewin—After the cancellation .Of your 25 points for a book there were five' points recorded upon your card. j
Nancy Mclntyro—A note lias been made of tlio new address, Nancy, and we will. post you a new membership certificate.
Colin Rowe—Your name has not yet appeared in the Holl Call, Colin. Skating- is an excellent sport.
John Niall—You should always send in the competitions you work out. John "Never venture, never win," you know So far your name has not appeared in'the Hon Oflii. Uriel Johns—Sorry for the error, Uriel We couldn't quite understand your writing A new certificate of membership has been forwarded. Gladys Dillon—We have posted your hair-crown, Gladys; you have 12 points on your card. Dorothy Rodgers—Yes, the club has continued to grow steadily; there are now about 14,000 members. You have 13 points towards a book. Iris Reeves—lt is a pity that your membership certificate became damaged when shirting. A new one will be sent, and wo suggest you either have it framed or mount it upon stout cardboard. Q. Gillespie—To date there are five birthday certificates recorded to vour credit. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. Peter Pan acknowledges receipt or letters and contributions received from readers as follow!— Letters.—Peter Michael, Westmere; Iris McDonald, Otahuhu; Dorothy Payne, Auckland; Fred Mather, Manurewa; Betty Cameron, Gisborne, Eileen Gibson, Grey Lynn; Enid Jones, Auckland; Douglas Curtin, Ponsonby; Ethel Price, New Lynn; May Laing, Glenmore. Jokes and Riddles.—Ruth Dennis, Warkworth; Gladys Queen, East Tamaki; J. Gillespie, Auckland; Eleanor Brailey, Onehung*; Christine Smith, Mount Albert; Phyllis WhitcOmbe, Devonport; Joyce Goodwin, Sandringharh; Jessie Meikle, New Lynn; Dorothy Wiles, Morningside; Ruth Barker, Taumarunui. Other' Contributions.—Christine Smith, Mount Albert; Velma Carter, Heme Bav; Rachel Lindale, Wanganui; Molly Curtin. Ponsonby.
QUERIES FOR THE WEEK.
Points.—Points are awarded for good competition work that is not unite up to prize-winning standard, for published contributions not otherwise rewarded, and three points are recorded on the cards of members or the Peter Pan Club when they celebrate a birthday. Certificates of merit are issued in four colours-—blue, pink, green and yellow respectively—representing rour, three, two and one points. When certillcates amounting to 35 points Jiavfe been collected, they may be sent in to this office and exchanged lor a book.
The 801 l Call. —Each week the names 01 two club members—a boy and a girl—are published in the design headed, "The Call of the Club." ir your name appears, cut out the design and post, together with your name, address and age, in order to reach this office not later than the Wednesday following publication. If these n",'Ulations are complied with, a hair-- wn postal note will be forwarded by 1. \ir;\ post.
RIDDLES FROM READERS. (Sent in br Margaret Swann. 10, McGregor Koafl. Suva, Fiji.) Q. Why do little birds in their uest* agree? ■'. A. For fear of falling out. Q. What is that wind) a cat has but no other animal lias? A. Kittens.
Q. Xante the-bird which, if you do not, you _must die? A. Swallow.
Q. Why is an engine-whistle like a cross child? A. Because if you touch it it screams. Q. What is the best way to prevent water coining into your house? A. Do not pay your water rates.
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Auckland Star, Volume LXIV, Issue 83, 8 April 1933, Page 2 (Supplement)
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