Kiwi Opens the Mail

Dominion, Volume 24, Issue 32, 1 November 1930, Page 27

Kiwi Opens the Mail

Dtat Scribes.—These columns are growing as quickly as Jack a beanstalk. I simply could not find room for every letter this week, so perhaps, if yours is missing, it will be here next time.—KlWl.

LETTERS FROM LEAGUE MEMBERS

"This morning I went down to the ziver to gather kowhai,” writes “Marama.” “It was a beautiful spring morn- , nlng. the sun shone on the glorious kowhai, making a glittering, golden ' mass of the blossoms. Kiwi, you should l>e out in the country. It is lovely; so peaceful, with nothing to break the solitude but the bleating of the lambs and the mooing of the calves. Don’t you think it a shame to take the little calves away from their mothers? I am growing used to the country, and I think I’d like to stay here. Would you care to live in the country, Kiwi?” [I can see that kowhai' tree with the sunlight upon it—in my mind’s eye, the most wonderful eye we have. If my home were in the country I should love it as much as you do, “Marama.” ; The bes' part of. the world is always where home Is, isn’t it?]

“Dismal Desmond” is a Girl . Guide, and also belongs to the Junior Red Cross. She . writes: .“Have you heard of the Junior Red Cross? I am a Home-member. Sister Lees was giving a lecture on fainting once. She said that people went pale when they were going to faint. A little chap said: ‘Please, Sister, how would you know If a nigger was going to faint?’ That was a good one. wasn't It, Kiwi?” [I am sure wc have all heard of, the Junior Red Cross and the good work It is doing. It was a very funny question. Perhaps negroes don't faint!]

“I was a rose girl in our school play,” writes Edna Smith. “I bought a rose bush for Princess Marigold. It was a magic rose bush, and if it was watered every morning it would bring forth two new roses. I gave the princess a watering-can to water the rose bush, but she watered her father, the king, instead, and he was very angry.” [I was very pleased to see your photo, Edna, I suppose your frilly frock is the colour of a rose. Of course your cousin May may join the league. I shall send her a badge and a certificate. Let us hope that she will be well again very soon, Edna.]

Joan Heath writes: “Last Saturday I went up in an aeroplane., I have an uncle in the Air Force and he took us all up. It was very nice going up, but coming down I felt very ill.- We stayed up for only five minutes each. My brother Henry asked Uncle Jack to do some stuijts. but he only looped the loop, and Henry felt so ill that he had to come down. Henry says he is going into the Air Force when he leaves college next year. Daddy was the only one who didn’t feel ill, but I don’t think he stayed up for five minutes.” fl'received your little poem. Thank ye ’. Joan. You are a very.young airwoman. Landing is thedcast pleasant part about flying, isn’t it? I hope you will write again soon.]

bright stalls, and crowds of people. Tell me all about it, won’t you?

“Mignon.”—l have asked Nancy to write to you, so let’s hope the postman will pay you a visit soon. The best of luck for that music examination, “Mignon.”

Frances Sparkes— Welcome to our league,' Frances. “Cherry Blossom” is a beautiful pen-name, but it belongs to another league member. Would you like its ' pretty Japanese name, “Sakura”?’

“Rose Queen.”—Yes, do send along vour little poems, “Rose Queen.” I’d iove to read them. We have many promising verse-makers in our band of boys and girls. It would be very difficult for me to choose a favourite flower. I love them all.

Delza Stockley-Jones.—What a beautiful picture you made of “Elfin Spring.” There was no painting competition, Delza. I thought league members would like to colour it for their scrap books. I shall keep your little picture to brighten my office. Yes, we are going to have a splendid “Christmas Page.” Some contributions have already arrived. Illlllllll!flllllllllll

lIIIIIIIIIIIIHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIiIIIIIIIiIIHIIIIII Jean MacDonald.—Thank you ever so much for those riddles, Jean dear. I am sorry, but “Water Lily” was taken many weeks ago. “Nightingale.”—Your pet story arrived safely, Elsie. You are certainly having ad luck. I am very sorry that your lambs, died. I hope you had a very hanpy birthday, dear. “Bellbird.” —It was lovely to hear from you again, “Bellbird.” I would love .your sister to join too. It would be fun for you to compare notes, wouldn’t it? The “Spring Page” hap pened many weeks ago, and still league members are writing to tell me how they loved it. “Margaret Rose.” —What a thrilling ride your pet hen is having on Betty's back. I hope I shall be able to use the little snapshot soon. It makes me very, happy to know that you think so highly of our page. Write again ; soon, “Margaret Rose.” Meg Cranston. —Some wicked Hallowe’en sprite must have spirited away a page of your letter, Meg. I have only two pages. Thank you for the sketclj, “Dinner for Two.” Your badge will arrive shortly.

Lillian Wiggins.—l love receiving photos of my league members, Lillian. I’m afraid yours is not clear enough to print, but it gives me a very good glimpse of you, doesn’t it? I’m glad you had an enjoyable holiday.

Louie Eilimins.—l’m so glad that you have not forgotten me, Louie, Your little painting is very dainty. Are you taking part in the little Dutch play at school? You are the only league member who has sent me the correct solution to the dog puzzle.

“Dimple.”—Yes, I would like to read some of your plays, "Dimple.” Have any of them been staged? What a lucky boy your brother is to have so many beautiful presents.

“Alicia."—We are very glad'to welcome you, "Alicia.” "The House that Jack Built” sounds a very jolly fancy dress. Tell us about it.

Mary Swainson.—We already have a "Water Lily,” Mary. Two fancy dress balls! How Jolly. "Bo Peep” is a very pretty dress. Thank you for sending me your painting.

Helen Heckler.—Would “Darby” and "Joan” suit your lambs? It is glorious weather for tennis, isn’t it? Thank you for those riddles. Both pen-names are taken Helen.

“Prince Charming.”—What a tramp you had. I love “exploring,” too. I hope you find a pen-friend. lam very fond of “The Elf man.” .Are you? Letters, puzzles and sketches were also received from “Frolic,” "Red Rover,” Nora Welch, “Marama,” "Billy,” "Sailor Girl,” “Avlatrlx,” “Queen Marigold,” “Sweet Lavender.” RIDDLES • • Q. Which is the neatest flower? A. Primrose. Q. 'Which is the largest car in the world ? A. America. Q. What is the difference between a greedy goat and a hungry mountaineer? A. One eats too much, while the other cannot eat enough. Q./Wh'at is the most Wonderful animal in the farmyard? A. The pig, because you kill it, cure it, and save Its bacon. Q. When are you most likely to get a stitch in your side? A. When you are hemmed in by a crowd. —Sent by Stuart Cameron, Masterton. Q.: Why was Queen Victoria like a hat? A.: Because both had crowns. Q.: What is the difference between a steep hill and a large pill? A.: One is hard to get up and the other is hard to get down. Q.: What relation is your uncle’s brother if he is not your uncle? A.: Your father, —Sent by Eileen Hammond. Q.: Why does a suit get larger when taken from a gladstone bag? A.: Because you find it in creases. Q.: When was the motor bicycle first mentioned ? A. In the Bible when Elijah rode In on his triumph. Q.: Why is a card player always in good company. A.: Because he plays with kings and queens. Q.: What has a Up but no tongue? A.: A jug. Q.: Why is a frog like a clock? A.: Because they both move with springs