NORTH CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXIX, Issue 20997, 27 October 1933, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY

KAIKOURA A social gathering was held recentl; at the residence of Mr and Mrs J Jacobs (Mangarnaunu) to mark th< coming of age of Miss Lydia Jacobs The evening was spent in dancing, an< songs were contributed by Mr Davie Boyd, Mr J. Ford, Mr H. Barnett, M J. Cootes, Mr J. Russell, Miss G. Ja cobs, and Mrs J. Jacobs. Miss L. Ja cob:; received many presents. A farewell social was tendered t( Mr Eric Warner at the Masonic Hall before his departure to join the com mercial shipping service. Master Jacl Anstiss. in a brief speech, wished th< guest of the evening all prosperity foi the future, and on behalf of the pupil: of the school presented him with ; suitable gift. Mr A. W. Barker al.se wished Mi* Warner the best of lueV and success in his new career. Dane ing was !ield to music supplied bj Misses M. Trudgian, A. Warner, L Williams, M. Strahl, E. Mounsey, anc Mr F. S. H. Warner. The Kaikoura Bowling Club wil open its season to-morrow afternoon. WAIAU A social evening to bid farewell tc Mrs McKie and Misses Jean and Rac McKie, who are about to leave the district, was held at "Dcnbrae," the residence of Mr and Mrs R. Brown A pleasant evening was spent will: bridge and dancing. Music for Ihc dancing was .supplied by Mesdame; Penney and White, and Misses Gardner. B. White, N. White, and J. McKie, and Messrs C. Penney and G. Duncan, Mr Brown, sen., on behalf of the residents of the Lyndon settlement, spoke highly of the guests of honour, and wished them a very happv and successful future. Messrs K. Pcttigrcw, G. White, H. Baker, and S. Beaven also spoke. Mr S. Beaven presented Mrs McKie with a handbag, and the Misses McKie with a string of pearls each. Mrs McKie responded. WOODEN!) The annual dance of the Woodend Tennis Club was well attended. Winners at the card tables were Mrs F. Chinnery, Mrs F. McQuillan, Messrs J. Forbes, and G. Little. Miss Louise Tallott and Mr Taiaroa won the lucky dance. Mr D. Thorns was master of ceremonies. Music was played by the Kit Kat Orchestra. Among those present were Mesdame;Fred Brown, J. Crawford, F. McQuillan, J. Southen, A. H. Johnstone, F. Muldoon, T. Cassidy, A. W. Amos J. Sincock, T. Solomon. G. Gimblett, P. C. Heath, F. S. Chinnery, J. McConaghey, Welsh, Misses N. and E. Fraser, Jean Vallance (Mount Grey Downs). Phyllis Vaughan. Betty and Lucy Crawford, Gwyneth Wilson, Merle and Gwen Little, R. Kelcher (Oamaru), H. Vaughan, K. Johnston, M. and I. Rudd, F. Gibbs (Kaiapoi). A. Tull (Waikuku), J. Morgan CAshlev), C. McConaghey, Melva McConaghey. D. McQuillan (Waikuku), L. D. and M. Lang, Edna Topp (Sefton), Noreen Hulbert (Christchurch), Elsie Bull, Audrey Crotty, Olive Roberts, Mavis Ward, Nan Chinnery, May Ballinger, Louise Tallott (Christchurch), Mavis Moody, E. Luisetti, Mavis Brick, L. and J. Moody, Jean Cassidy, B. McQuillan, B. Stalker, Janet Morriss, Noeline Ford (Lincoln). T. Hornby, Noeline Huria, Lily and Yvonne Berry (Christchurch;. DARFIELI) The second annual gala in aid of the funds for the combined sports grounds was held in the Memorial Hall. A fine display of hand-made garments, sewing, and useful articles (the work of the women's committee | during the winter months) was a j feature. Brisk business was done at [ the attractively decorated stalls. In addition to the stalls there were many competitions and games. Prizes were won by Mr and Mrs W. T. Cooke, Mrs G. Cullen (Riccarton), Miss D. Robinson, Mrs H. Barker, Miss H. M. Grant (Christchurch;, Mrs J. Robb, Miss J. Painter, Mr R. S. Williams, Mrs C. E. Anderson, Mrs L. B. Hewitt, Mr R. Barrett, Miss O. Hennessy, Miss N. Rae, Mr S. Syme, Mr F. J. Narby, Mrs C. E. Reid, Miss D. M. Cullen, Mr G. Cridge, Mr R. H. Bedford, and Mr C. O. Redfcrn. A dance, organised by members of the sports' clubs, was very popular, there being a large attendance. The music was supplied by Messrs S. Syme, F. A. Balthrop, and A. Hart. Mr A. Rutledge acted as master of ceremonies, and Miss H. Cullen and a band of helpers were responsible for the supper arrangements. The president (Mr J. R. Cullen) thanked all workers .and supporters of the gala, and mentioned that the gross takings for the day exceeded £IOO The annual meeting of the Darficld branch of the Presbyterian Women's Missionary Union was held in the Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Theo Paterson presiding. The report snowed a very satisfactory position, and the balance-sheet revealed a substantial credit, which was voted to the budget fund. The election of officers resulted as follows:-Presi<lcnt, wn. )".' Pator s°n; president, Mrs w. l. Cooke; vice-presidents, Mrs R. Reid and D. Gillanders; secretary, Mrs W. G. Clarke; treasurer, Miss j. Gillanders; M.M.B.L. secretary, Miss J. Gillanders; harvest field secretary, Mrs W W. Mulholland. Motions of sympathy were passed to Mrs A.Bringans, and the relatives of the late Miss H. Reveley. It was decided to nold the "bring and buy" fair in conjunction with the annual meeting next month. The hostesses were Mrs G - s - Donald and Mrs J. S. Hutton. i-ull advantage has been taken of the greater scope offered in talkie proauctions in "The Flag Lieutenant," which will be screened at the Malvern talkies to-morrow. It introduces scenes of a native insurrection in a British settlement, and the acts of heroism by which a serious catastrophe is averted. Scenes of festivity aboard a warship play a prominent part in the development of the story, and special music was written for these sequences. Naval authorities have co-operated, and full use has been made of the opportunities for sea spectacle offered by the subject.

OURUHIA Parents of children attending the local Sunday school, and also many friends and well-wishers, were entertained in the Ouruhia school, to a delightful social evening. Mr Dalley, superintendent of the Sunday School' . was in charge of the programme. He was assisted by Mrs H. A. Dawber, assistant teacher, and organist for the f Sunday services, and Miss J. Dunlop . of the Ouruhia School. The children 2 were entertained with games and ; amusing competitions. The children of i the day school sang school songs. A Highland reel was danced by Misses 1 Betty MacMillan, Dorothy Marsh r Eileen and Gladys McMillan. Master - Rodney Sharlick, of the infant school - gave a recitation. Parents of the children attending Sunday school pro- > vided a dainty supper. Master Billy > Cade, on behalf of the children, ex- - pressed thanks to Mrs Dawber and Mr L Dalley. ; Miss B. Clcland (Budrio Scttle- : ment), who has been on holiday at s Waltham, has returned to Ouruhia. ; HORNBY Mr H. D. Moran presided at a meetl ing of the committee of the Hornby I Amateur Swimming Club. The sub- _ committee set up to consider both improvements suggested several alterations, particular mention being made of additional dressing shed accommodation and recommending that a new structure be erected at the deep end of. the bath for the men, leaving the existing sheds entirely for the women members. The report also drew attention to the dangerous situation of the high divine; board and suggested that ( the spring-board be removed to a new , posilion io allow room for the high . board to be. placed in a more central position. It was decided to carry out the suggested alterations immediately. The opening of the season was arranged for November 25, and it was . decided to hold a carnival on that day. HORNBY-ISLINGTON At the weekly social held in the Islington Hall by the welfare committee winners of the competitions were Mrs R. Still, Mrs Ward, Mr A. Loach and Mr Duggan. . TEMPLETON A concert in aid of the Templeton school picnic fund was recently organised by Mr J. Laurenson (Christchurch) and given in the Oddfellows' Hall. The following contributed to the programme:—Misses Marjorie Leeson, Enid Robertson. Rene Agassiz, and Messrs Car] Morris. J. Darragh J Birch, and W. Bell. Mr R. J. Nicholson was accompanist. After the co> cent a dance was held, for which Mr J. Stewart and party provided the music. At a meeting of the Templeton Domain Committee it was decided to utilise the services of No. 5 scheme labour to erect a volley board in the domain for tennis players, two shelters on the western side of the domain, and a tool shed at the rear of the pavilionIt was decided to keep the main entrance gate locked at all times and to prohibit any motor traffic in the domain. PREBBLETON A pleasant evening, arranged by Mrs K. Hammond, in honour of Miss Bernadine Smith, on the eve of her marriage, was held in the Parish Hall at Prebbleton. Each guest brought a gift for the future home of the bride. Dancing find games were, held and amusing competitions were won bv Mrs J. Vcaiman and Miss Carmel Smith. Mrs T. Smith' and Miss Als Jones contributed songs, and Ivli Hammond and Misses. Jean and Poppy Hammond played for the games and dancing. Mr H. Marshall, who assisted Miss Smith in opening the numerous parcels, thanked all present for their gifts and their good wishes. Those present included Mr and Mrs H. W. Marshall, Mr and Mrs J. T. Gallagher, Mr and Mrs K. Hammond. Mr and Mrs L. Harris, Mr and Mrs J. Yea!man, Mr and Mrs W. T. Carpenter, Mr and Mrs H. G. Prcbble, Mr and Mrs F. D. Carter, Mr and Mrs G. Walker, Mr and Mrs C. Ryan, Mr and Mrs C. Atkinson, Mr undMrs L. Gallagher, Mesdames A. Smith, 11. Riches, H. B. Jones, 11. Cherry, T, Smith, A. Bennett, J. Cuneen, T. Port, Misses Bernadine Smith, Als Jones, Marcel!a Smith, Carmel Smith, Edith Bennett, Stella Cherry, Gladys Johns, Hester Port, Margaret Barr, Poppy and .lean Hammond. At a meeting of the commitleo organising the school reunion celebrations it was reported that the arrangements were being made satisfactorily and that official programmes would soon be forwarded to old pupils. Mrs A. Clarke and Mrs W. IColkman are representing the Prebbleton Women's Institute at the federation conference in Grevmouth. Mrs F. W. Carpenter and Mrs J. Easterbrook are also attending the conference. . COURTENAY An enjoyable concert was given by the pupils of the Courtcnay School, in aid of the school funds. The items were:—Song, school children; pianoforte duet, Mervyn and Beulah Jen-

kins; duet, Bculah Jenkins and Nelson Giiniour; recitation, Marjory Finlny; song, school juniors; recitation, Nelson Gilmour; song, Don Rowhinds, Hamilton Anson, and Mcrvyn Jenkins; song, Nola and Zeida Jenkins; souk, Marjory Finlny, Iris Caldwell, Beulah Jenkins; play, school children. A song was given by Mrs Turner. The Rev. T. Paterson moved a vote of thanks to the teacher and pupils. After supper a dance was held. The following will represent the United Courtenay Cricket Club to-mor-row. Seniors v. Sheffield, at Sheffield—N. Fidler, Groves, Reveley, A. Roper. Geo Reveley, 11. McMcekan, W. Fidler V Davis. Mac Wilson, L. Ward, J. ' A Wilson, and A. liart. Juniors v. Sheffield, at Kirwee~D. W. Finlny, A, J. Stewart, A. Anderson, A. Stewart, M." Anderson, J. Thompson, A. Mansoii T McCaulay, Chapman, D. Vaughan J S. Dunn. R. Roper, G. Middlewood, T. Wilson, T. McGoverin. Beaman, 'and McGowan. i LITTLE RIVER An enjoyable dance was held by the Little River Cricket Club in the Town Hall. Music for the dancing was supplied by Mrs L. Radford, Misses Nancy Joblin, Ailsa Greenwood, Doreen Giddens, Messrs L. Joblin, J. Coop, jun.. E. Steans, and B. Stuart. Amongst those present were Mesdames J. McGowan, A. Louden, S. S. Barclay, L. Radford, I. Barclay, J. McQueen, ' E. Patten, C. Steans, D. Barwick (Poranui), T. Milligan, F. Crump, W. Mould MofYatt fChristchurch), T. R. Robinson, Misses Nancy Dutton, Eileen Harty, Nelly Radford, Molly Harty, Nancy Joblin, Yvonne Londrigan, Nelly McKendry (Akaroa), Eileen Smith (Christchurch), Marjorie Brankin, Norma Brankin, Kathleen Archer, Ida Archer, Betty Bennison, Phylis Wnkelyn, Eleanor Pitt, Daphne Aburn, Ailsa Greenwood, Monica Barwick (Poranui), Jean Addams, Enid Crump, Clair Steans, Ruby Manson (Ataahua), Lily Johnson (Ataahua), Rita McQueen, Molly Milligan, Doreen Giddenv, Margaret Keenah, B. Johnson <Ataahua), Nancy Foley, Nancy Barclay, Jean Barclay, Edith Mould. Elsie Mould, Eileen Rae, Norma French, Joan Barwick (Poranui), Doris Breitmcyer, Melva Webster, Betty Coop (Kaituna), Barbara, Coop (Kaituna), P. Coop (Kaituna), Myra Gibb, and Helen Smith.

The programme for to-morrow at the Triangle Theatre will be "Delicious," with Janet Gaynor and Charles Farrell. The supports include chapter live of "Danger Island.''

ROLLESTON

The linal of a series of a weekly social and dance was held in the Rolleston Memorial Hall recently. During the season these functions have proved very successful and the proceeds have considerably augmented th<_ hall committee's funds. The competition winners were as follows:—Women: Mrs Thorpe I, Mrs Brosnahan 2; men: Mr B. McCrory h Mr H. Davis 2. Dance music was supplied by the BurgessSerra band. Extras were given by Miss Locker and Messrs Clinton and Hooper. Messrs S. Cross and S. Dallard have oeen masters of ceremonies during the season.