LOWER HUTT COUNCIL

Evening Post, Volume CXVI, Issue 79, 30 September 1933, Page 18

LOWER HUTT COUNCIL

DANCE FOR RELIEF FUND

The dance organised by the staff of the Lower Hntt Borough: Council recently for the Mayor's Belief Fund proved a success both socially and financially, the dance- floor being taxed to full capacity. The decorations, earned out under the supervision of Mr. E. Hutt, were a subject of favourable comment. At on» end of the ball the "eoat-of-anns" chosen' by the staff, consisting of two crossed picks with., a. shovel placed at the perpendicular, adorned the- wall. The Mayor of Lower Hutt, Mr. J. W. Andrews,. welcomed those present and complimented the staff on the excellent arrangements made. . A special novelty, the cause of much merriment, were, dance- extras played by the- "Saveloy Orfans," comprising Miss G. Lawrie (piano), Messrs. J. Fletcher (drums), W. J. Penhall (baritone), R. S. Martin (aceordeon), and G. F. Hogg (banjo-mandolin). Two former members of the engineering staff were present, Messrs. V. Donglas (Fiji) and G. Gibson. (Malay States), who arc at present home on furlough, and many old acquaintances were renewed. The supper arrangements were carried through expeditiously, a very dainty supper being served in the hall from dinner wagons. Mrs. J. Fletcher had charge of the supper, being assisted by staff members and by wives of the Members of the staff. Mr. J: Fletcher was chairman of fhe dance committee, having with him Messrs. B. Hntt, C, H. Breach, B. S, "Martin, and tf. H. Elmes. The dutfcs of dance secretary and M.C, were performed by Mr. H.H. Elmes. It is expected that its a result of this function the Mayor's Relief Fund will benefit to the extent of approximate!? £10, and the thanks of the staff are extended'to all those who attended, especially those from kindred local bodies.