NORTH CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXX, Issue 21355, 24 December 1934, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY

RANGIORA PERSONAL Mr and Mrs H. K. Kippenberger and family are spending the Christmas holidays at Waimate. Mr E. D. R. Smith is at present visiting Wellington. Mr F. H. Lovell, who has been a patient at Braemar private hospital for several weeks, has now been discharged. Miss Mabel Coatsworth, a daughter of the Rev. T. Coatsworth and Mrs Coatsworth, has received advice that she has been accepted as a student for the Training College next year. Field Boots Competition Although entries for the potato section of the 1935 field roots competition conducted by the Northern Agricultural and Pastoral Association closed several days ago no entries have so far been received. The date of entry will now be extended until about the middle of January. Christmas Services Christmas music formed part of the fevvices at the Rangiora Methodist Church vesterday. During the mornmi; service the choir sang choruses from the cantata "Bethlehem," Mr W. Bradshaw taking the tenor solo part, and the solo, "Star of Bethlehem," was sung by Mr G. D. Blake. At the evening service a carol was sung by the choir, and Mr K. H. B. Strong • Wellington) sang the solo "Nazareth." Mr Bradshaw sang "Comfort Ye" and ••Everv Valley Shall Be Exalted," following which the choir sang "And the Glorv of the Lord" from the "MesM'ah." under the conductionship of Mr Bradshaw. Mr F. A. Lane was the organist. Special collections were taken up in aid of the Christchurch Methodist Orphanage. Special Christmas music was sung at the services of John Knox Presbyterian Church both morning and evening yesterday. In the morning Miss J. Hanna sang a sacred solo, "The Gift." while the choir sang the anthem "Ring Out O Bells" and the special Christmas hymn "See in Yonder Manger Low." In the evening the choir sang the anthems "Brightest and Best" and "Night of Nights.'" the solo parts being taken by Mrs Clark and Mr C. J. Keir. Sacred solos were also sung bv Miss Hanna, Messrs Keir and J. Whitehouse. The solos were "Bethlehem." "The Holv Shrine." and "Every Valley Shall be Exalted." During the evening service at St. John's Anglican Church yesterday the choir, under the direction of the organist and choirmaster, Mr J. Gibbs Jordan, sang the anthem "Nazareth" as well as five Christmas carols. Presbyterian Flower Show .The schedule for the flower show . wT? Knox. Presbytetian Church, %£& be hel( * February, was *!* a meeting on Saturday taiSJifL 0 * th s s u b-committee appointed A W*Z3 P the Masses. The Rev. J. m*cS£? n There wiir be Sc'SSSS: M V 1 - Rangiora Pictures On Boxing Day an attractive programme will be screened at the Rangi-

ora Town Hall, "Bright Side Up" being the principal attraction. Three famous comedians are teamed in this 1 romantic comedy, with songs. There will also be a special screening on Thursday night, when "Soldiers of the King," a British comedy, starring Cicely Courtneidge, will head the programme. BELFAST The Belfast Foresters held their children's party and Christmas tree in the Town Hall on Saturday afternoon. There was a large gathering of children and parents. To add a touch of the tradition of forestry to the proceedings, Father Christmas was escorted by Robin Hood and one of his merry men. Some of the older boys were perhaps more interested in these characters than in Father Christmas, and the long bow and quiver of arrows seemed to have a special fascination for them. After the distribution of presents the children were supplied with ice-creams, drinks, biscuits, and lollies. The parents and friends were entertained to afternoon tea. The Foresters and their wives, who assisted, were G. Brown, A. E. Clarke, J. Halligan, W. Hibberd, W. Morris, E. Rudkin, W. Price, and W. Sellers, and they are to be congratulated on the success of their efforts.

MARSHLAND The monthly meeting of the Marshschool committee was held in the school, the following being present: Messrs D. Goode (chairman), Andrews, Gibbs. Chisnall (secretary). Mrs Cbisnall. and the headmaster, who reported that the floor in the infants' room had been repaired, and that swimming at the Belfast baths had commenced. A vote of thanks was passed to Mesdames Rogal, Chisnall, and Crozier for judging the gSrls sewing. The inspector's report was received, and the staff congratulated on the success of their efforts. It was decided to hold the next meeting- on January 14, to make arrangements for the school picnic. Mr and Mrs Cecil Booker are spending a holiday in Akaroa. Miss Nancy Thomas is spending a holiday in Nelson.

HORNBY The Olive Branch Lodge entertained the children at a Christmas tea party in tne parish hall. More than 80 children attended. Those in charge were the sitting officers and members of the lodge, Mesdames Cammock, Lloyd, Scott, Wastney, Lippett, Roberts, and Bannerman. RUSSELL'S FLAT At the Christmas card night held in the schoolroom prizes were won by Miss E. Scott (Christmas cake), Mr H. Cooper (plum pudding), Mrs J. Brown (goose). Mr B. Hawkins, jun. (goose). Mvstery prizes: Mrs T. Inncss (Springfield) and Mr F. Scott. The ham was won by Mr Simon Searle. Mr W. Pcttit played for the dance which followed, and Mr F. Scott was master of ceremonies. Mrs C. Adkins has returned to her home in Christchurch after spending a few days with Mrs H. Spark. HORORATA Messrs S. and T. Russell and Miss Russell are spending Christmas in Dunedin, and will leave for the south to-day. Miss R. Hanna (Rangiora) is the guest of Mr and Mrs Banks, "The Willows," for Christmas.

KAIAPOI , The Kaiapoi branch of the Returned i Soldiers' Association entertained the children at a Christmas party in the Borough Hall, Kaiapoi, on Saturday afternoon, more than 200 children spending a happy time. Ice cream and sweets were given away and Father Christmas was in attendance and presented each child with a gift from a Christmas tree. Twelve model yachts made by Mr F. Hamil, were allotted and two oak trays made Mr H. T. Hobden, were awarded to Mrs E. Bugg and Mrs Walton. The children were also entertained with a musical programme and a community sing was held. AKAROA The Akaroa Borough Council met last week. Present: The Mayor, Mr F. R. E. Davis, Crs. R. Bruce, A. J. Clements, E. G. McNabb, D. J. Marbey, W. Pool, L. J. Vangioni, W. W. Williams, H. N. Wright. The Akaroa Regatta Club's request for the right to sell sites for booths adjacent to the new wharf, was granted. It was decided to support the remit of the Hawera Borough Council about the distribution of the petrol tax by the Main Highways Board. A request from the Canterbury Progress League for support for the completion of the South Island Main Trunk railway line was acceded to. Accounts amounting to £152 8s 7d were passed for payment. At the conclusion of the meeting, the members of the council were the guests of the Mayor at supper. Two of the bowling club's competitions have now reached the semi-finals, as follows: —Champion pairs: A. R. Munro and A. H. Williams beat H. A. Rhodes and A. J. Clements, Munro and Williams (2 lives) play C. A. Clark and A. E. Kingston Cone life) in the final. President's medal: A. J. Clements plays R. L. Paterson, and the winner plays J. G. Lelievrc. LEESTON The last of a series of socials held in the. Catholic Hall, Leeston, was very well attended. Prizes for best costumes went to Mrs J. Greenan and Mr J. Pocklington. Mr and Mrs W. S. Jones acted as judges. Competition winners were Mrs T. F. Owens, Miss M. Winter, and Mr D. McJarrow. Mr Leo. McCartin acted as master of ceremonies. Music was supplied by Owens's Band and Miss L. Ives and Mr I. Eden assisted with extras. Two songs were sung by Mr J. Aiken. At the fortnightly meetini; of the Leeston Oddfellows' Lodge, the acting N G., Bro. K D. Ridden, presiding, a leport was received from the North Canterbury District Efficiency competition committee, giving the results of this year's competition. Dr. W. A. Johnston tendered his resignation as medical officer, on account of removal from the district. It was accepted with regret. Greetings were received from Bro. T. J. Archbold, Grand Master of the New Zealand branch, and these were cordially reciprocated. Sick pay was passed. SOUTHBROOK ; There was a large attendance of i patrons at the Southbrook Hall on Saturday evening, when the hall committee held the third night of their series of dances arid card tournaments. Miss'McGrath's orchestra played the music, and Mr Wallace was master of ceremonies. The Monte Carlo was won by Misses R. Robertson and Chambers. Attractive prizes caused keen competition in the euchre, and were won by the following:—Ladies Mrs Watkins, sen., 1, Miss Dreaver 2, Mrs A. Marden 3; men: Mr T., Mcllraith 1, Mr J. Brick 2, Mr A. Dyer 3. Consolation prizes went to Miss A. McGrath and Mr J. Rapley. A Christmas competition, run by the Rangiora Athletic and Cycling Club, rei suited: D. Davison 1 and T. Barber 2.

WAIKARI There was a large and appreciative audience at the concert given by the pupils of the Waikari School in the Public Hall. Every child in the school took part, and the various items were staged promptly and efficiently. Towards the close, the chairman of the school committee. Mr W. P. Honeybone. thanked the headmaster, Mr G. W. Seal, and the assistant mistresses, Miss F. E. Fleming and Miss M. C. Robertson, for the work they had done in preparation, and congratulated the children on their performance. The programme was as fol-lows-—Opening chorus, the school; song, "Willy, Nilly, Will," Standard I. and 11. boys; song "Thomas and the Donkey," Standard 111. boys: Unison recitation, Class I. boys; Hebridean songs, Standard V. and VI. girls; monologue, W. Kenealy; nursery rhyme tea party, Primers, Standard I and II.; vocal duet, Esme Ellery and Brian Robinson; physical drill, Standard V. and VI.; recitation, Kathleen Trotter; dialogue. "The First Shave"; topical song, upper boys; play, "King Christmas," Primers, Standard I. and II.; song. Summer, Standard IV. girls; song, tableau, "Storyland," upper girls; swing song, Standard 111. and IV. girls; song, "The Fox," Standard I. and 11. boys; variety item, boys; topical song, upper boys; pirate play, Standard I. and 11. boys: recitation, Lois Sheridan: dialogue, "Sam's Tooth"; sea shanties, Standard 111. boys; lullaby. Standard I. and II girls; trio, Zoe Carlyle, Ken Jane, and Athol Robertson; song, "The Brownies," Linda Black: dialogue, "The Narrow Escape"; topical song, upper boys; play, "The Jumble Sale," upper girls. The accompaniments were played by Miss Robertson.