CATHOLIC BAZAAR AT LOWER HUTT.

Evening Post, Volume LXXXIII, Issue 96, 23 April 1912, Page 9

CATHOLIC BAZAAR AT LOWER HUTT.

The King George Theatre, Lower Hutt, will, throughout this week, be the scene of a big .Catholic bazaar and carnival, the proceeds to go towards the erection of a new convent at Lower Hutt. The bazaar was opened last evening by, the Hon. J. Colvin, in the unavoidable absence of the Prime Minister. Mr. Colvin was introduced by Mr. T. A. Peterkin, who gave all a hearty welcome. Mr. Colvin said he was very pleased to have the opportunity of opening the bazaar, and he congratulated the workers on the well-filled and tastefully decorated stalls. Father Lane thanked the Minister for his attendance. He stated that it was proposed to proceed with the erection of the convent at an early date. Mr. Colvin was presented with a> bouquet by Miss Eairy Pete-rkin, and a like presentation was made to Mrs. Peterkin by Father Lane. The following are the stallholders: — Hibernian stall : Mesdames Connoly and Neazor, Misses Cieary and Bowden. Dominion stall : Mesdames Underich, Brook, Linch, Moburg, and M'Menamim, Misses Twoomey (3) and Moroney. Bran tub stall : Mrs. Pathersan, and Mieses Hickey (2), Pathereon (2), and Duignan. Coronation stall (including refreshments) : Mesdames Sullivan, Exton, and Mithen, Misses Sullivan, Exton, Mithon, and O'Dare. Ascot race : Mr. W. B. Bridger. Birds: Mr. Keogh. Gramophone: Missi O'Shea. During the evening a very enjoyable programme of national dances was contributed,' the principal performers being Mieees M. and L. Reid (of Wellington), and Miss O'Leary. The sword dance by Miss L. Reid was greatly appreciated. The stalls were prettily arranged by Messrs. llodgins, Casey, and Hayes. There was a very large attendance last evening, and excellent business was done. During the currency of the bazaar an enjoyable programme will be 6taged each evening. Special attractions are advertised.