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Auckland Star, Volume LXV, Issue 17, 20 January 1934, Page 2 (Supplement)

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Ivy Black —Quite a budget or contributions, ivy. so glad that you had such a Happy time at Christmas. Edna Shields—l hope Ruth soon recovers. The Christinas tree must have been a grand surprise. Mavis White—Thanks for the contribution. Keep up the good wbrk, and the points will soon accumulate. Mottoes need not be accompanied by Peter Pan's signature, but should be written oil one side of the paper only. . Phyllis Roycroft—Pussy certainly seems to enjoy the music, Phyllis. Your brother will be pleased when lie jearns how to work the gramophone himself. Ella Templeton—There is certainly going to be great celebrations at the Bay of Islands. The date of the signing ol' the treaty of Waitangi is indeed one to he remembered by New Zealanders. Vera Peck—What a splendid time you had at the Christmas tree, Vera. A sewingset was indeed a useful present. Joarr Spratt—A rescue from the ocean sounds quite thrilling, Joan. It is just as well you saw the distress signal of the launch. Nora Poulsen—Thanks for your poem, .Nora. Afraid we are unable to find a corner for it just at the minute. Joyce Saric—Published work is always rewarded, Joyce. The paintings was neatly done. Marian Sind—As you say, Marian, the writing paper Is simply lovely. Old Santa always manages to get us just the right things, doesn't he? Frederick Milner—A scholarship, Fred— that's, splendid. Congratulations. Fifteen points so far. Enid Kearney—Yes. the certificates of merit have been sent for the contributions mentioned. Yvonne McEwan—Acting as housekeeper is going to be splendid tun, Yvonne. Aever mind about the cold; there's a lot of summer left yet, so you'll have plenty or time to enjoy swimming. Ruth Park—l like your quaint thoughts or Rangitoto, Ruth. Thanks Tor the good wishes. Wendy and I reciprocate these very heartily. Tui Poulson—So sorry, Tui; your name will appear next year. We hope you had a happy birthday jiist the same. Raymond Hay—The certificate, has been sent out all right, Raymond, and no doubt, you will have received it by now. Your name has not yet appeared and you have 10 points. ■ ? di „ Fox — v duplicate has been sent ?.,i' „ ' S| immer is a great time for tlie outdoor girl. Jewel Paterson—swimming as a summer sport ts hard to beat. Jewel. You seem to have made great progress this season. , S , ton ® — A well written story, Betty, but hardly suitable for the Budget—it is just a little too "grown un» Tor our readers. y Selwyn Davison—Most, likely we could not find a corner for it Selwyn.

Monica Naughton—Thanks for the good wishes, Monica. Peter Pan arid I wish you all the hest or luck with your stories In 193-4". Phyllis Hughes—"Pansies for Thoughts" was received safely, Phyllis. It was a fair story, though too old Tor these columns. Gladys Moshiem—Send your contributions to Peter Pan, c/o "Star" Office, Shortland Street, Auckland. P. Roycroft—lt's orten the case that those who do quite well during the year don't give of their best in an examination, Phyllis. ATter all you passed, and that is the marn thing. Mary Wade—A pretty sight Indeed, Mary. So far as the weather Is concerned we've been fairly lucky these holidays. Dorothy Calvey—l'm glad you had an enjoyable Christmas, Dorothy. Flying as a passenger in the Faith in Australia must Indeed have been a very thrilling experience. Beryl Broadley—Kowhai usually loses its leaves, but not every tree even In the same groves, will act in a similar manner. Near the coast I Know or kowhais that never shed their leaves in the spring. Have you never noticed that kotukutuku (fuchsia) loses Its leaves in winter. Betty Broyd—Twenty points so far, Betty. Hope you are enjoying your holiday. Kathleen Carr—Tiljljy was undoubtedly a splendid Christmas present, Kathleeii. Mottoes should always be written 011 a separate sheet of paper.