MAIL BAG

Auckland Star, Volume LXIV, Issue 237, 7 October 1933, Page 2 (Supplement)

MAIL BAG

Dorsen Groshinski —We have a very big ramify, you Know, Dareen—over 13,000 members, and just think what would happen were we to publish all the jokes aild riddles sent in by our readers. I hope the hurt wrist is getting bettor.

Leo Peck—lt will never do to have a torn certificate, Leo, so we are sending you a brand new one. The picture of ! Peter Pan was just splendid. Betty, Oick and Sid Wagner—'Flu and measles! r do hope you are all better now. Try hard, and no doubt you will soon see nil your names "shining" among the prize-winners. Pearl Herrick—l would love to hear you reciting "Flo's Letter," Pearl. Have the measles gone yet? Alison Black—Wendy quite shivered when she read about those little white thice, Alison. Did the badge arrive safely? Connie Cros?—l shall keep your request in mind, Connie, and If I hear of a town member of 16 or 17 who would like a country pen-friend I shall let you know. Gwendoline Miller—"The Wonderful Dress" was entered for ■ the competition, Owen. Yes, birthday greeting points count towards a book. Daphne Smith—Dear me, how unlucky Jimmy and Hetty have been. Mumps are unpleasant, aren't they, Daphne. Was the cert ill cat", a big surprise? Margaret Scherf—What a newsy little letter, Margaret. Yes, Wendy was "thi'tHed" over the 4000 patches. Had you thought of Snowball for that pet lamb's name'?

June Bryers—"Spring" was very nice, June, especially if it was written by a little girl of 10. Doris Matteson, one of our American readers, who lives in I)epe\v, in the Slate ol New York, writes .that she was delighted with all her New Zealand letters, and intends answering every one as soon as possible.—You have a big- task ahead, Doris. Your -'village" sounds delightful, and how splendid to be so uear Niagara halls.

Joan Blomfield—What a pity about the book, Joan. Yes, send it back, by all mejns, and we shall select another for you.

Monica IMaughton—l looked in vain for the mistakes, Monica. Yes, original verse is published if we consider it of sufficient merit.

Maisie Kilgour—Yes, the certificate would look nice framed, wouldn't it? I'm sure you'll enjoy entering for the competitions.

Grace Rowlands—Thank you so much for that nice little verse, Grace. Vivienno Hamilton—Chicks, roosters, ■jailors and princesses! Goodness me, \ ivienne, what a time you must have had at that ball. Kathleen Wnrren—l see you have the Jeffrey Parnol fever very badly, Kathleen. They arc certainly qiost exciting and entertaining books. Thanks for advising us about the certificates. One is correct. Beryl Simmons—lf you stick to those mottoes, Beryl, you are on the right road, was the caravan a success? Peggy Marshal!— How sad about Darkie, Peggy. But perhaps he may return one or these days. Yes, by aJI means send us one of you;- stories. Mary Richardson—l thought of you 011 the twenty-eight!}, Mary, and' wished you many happy retuvns or the day. How lucky you were having that trip.

i Edith Beasloy—lt is cold in Auckland to-day, Edith, aud the thought of you and | Annie and Connie going- swimming, has : given Wendy the shivers. From your ' description of Onft-ahi I think I shall have to pay a flying- visit there some day when I am up in the Northland. Zita Stonoll—Delighted to welcome you to "the club. Zita. I am'waiting:, now for Postie to bring me "Violets." ! Joyce Fi-istcn—l did enjoy reading- your letter, Joyce. Thanks for all those nice remarks. Yes, next year I think we may start our campaign a little earlier. Margaret flllingham—We're so glad Clyde has decided to join our big f'amilv .Margaret. Tell him we shall soon be sending- his certificates. Gwenyth Blair—Glad to hear from you again, Owen, arter your long silence. High school takes up a lot of one's time, I know.

Myrtle Kemp—Glad* you liked the certificate, Myrtle, or should I say Joyce' Anyway, r wtsU you lots of good luck in getting all those points yon are so keen to win. • Mavis and Reggie Bennie—Thanks Tor the verses, children. Some time, when you have- a few spare moments-, you mun write and tell me all about South School. Jean and Rose" was a dear wee story, Jean. Congratulations i on passing- your examination. ' Iris Reeves—'""iianks for your contributions, Iris. I Have passed on .the beach shoes and knitting, tips 1 to Thikerbell. ! Viva Ooldstone—Thank.' Foe your letter sketches ana other items, Viva. Your certificate won't bo long- now ir it has not yet reached you. Betty Chestnut—No, we don't pav for jokes, but certificates or merit are jriven for all published work. June Hitder—Tlie garden sounds delightful, June. Wendy loved reacting or your xowhat blossoms and camellias. Joyce Goodwin—The matchbox tons were very welcome, Joyce. It is a splendid idea asking your friends to collect them for our little folk in' the hospital. . , J °y Collier—Why not send in some jokes or riddles, Joy, or perhaps an original short strory. rr published, you will' pQints according 'to their Victor Keefe-—r suppose It's great run being a caddie, Victor. How unlucky your holidays ending in the way they did. Jack Tu: nicliffe—Thanks for all the 'rh IFCf1 F Cf- -Vo U <"SP 1 a.y in our columns. Jack, ihe Witch Doctor has noted your remarks re the longest word. 1 think wc have something to be thainknn for that timre Is apparently only one 3.8-letter word in the English language.

Fred Fleming—We "racked our brains" as you suggested, Fred, and remembered you quite well. Welcome back to the nn'rt it! best ,uck wim 3,1 ttIOSO stories and items you intend sending in. Teddy How#rth—So. sorry, Teddy, hut your entry far the "S" competition arrived just one week too late. Better luck nest time.