OBITUARY FOURTH "KORERO" BIBLE SOCIETY PORIRUA BRANCH

Evening Post, Volume CXIX, Issue 150, 27 June 1935, Page 18

OBITUARY

FOURTH "KORERO"

BIBLE SOCIETY

PORIRUA BRANCH

MRS. -FRANCES HARRIET

TWISS

Many old frienas- -wtll hear with regret of the death of Mrs. Trances Twiss, in her ninety-fifth year, which occurred at the residence of her son, Mr. F. Twiss, Espom, Auckland. Mi". Twiss, who was a pioneer resident, left England in 1866 for Wellington, her husband, the late Captain Ceorge Twiss, preceding her in his own ship. Mrs. Twiss's long association with the well-known school kept by the Misses Greenwood in the old days will be remembered by many old pupils and friends, with many of whom she happily claimed over seventy years 01 friendship, and whom she valued always. Up to a week before her death Mrs Twiss had wonderful health, and her keen interest in her many friends and her family was always delightful. She kept her faculties splendidly, and beyond a little failing memory, was one of those who could be truly called a wonderful old lady." The relatives who survive her are as follows:-Mr. H G Twiss (Auckland); Mi. F. G. Twiss (Nelson), Mrs. C. H. Vickers (Khandallah), Mrs. Harold Bochfort (Hamilton), Miffe Helen Twiss (Auckland). 'There are ten grandchildren and three- great-grandchildren.

CHARLEY'S AUNT CLUB

Mr L Bruce Quinton was chairman at the fourth very successful "korero, Held by the Charley's Aunt -Club, in the Masonic' Hall, The Terrace, last A capable committee took the responsibility for this particularly enjoyable gathering, the popularity of which was evidenced by the large number of members and friends who attended, thus drawing attention to the ever-increasing circle of the club s supporters. The floor was in excellent order and the music was delightful. The usual club dance competitions were.held, and a delipious "buffet' supper was served in a room adjoining the ballroom. ..'.,■■'•«,• Miss Avis Nolan entertained with ■clever exhibitions of tap-dancing, Miss Alma Hill sang very pleasingly, and Mr. R. Bennett was at his best in his rendering of a number of baritone solos. Scotch songs by Mr. G. Sutherland gave a delightfully humorous touch to the entertainment Mr. R. Brown was M.C., and Mr. Norman Izett was official accompanist. Among the members and friends present were Mr. and Mrs. Chapman, Mr. and Mrs. W. Glover, Mr. and Mrs. R. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. T. Tracy, Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Nolan, Mr. and Mrs. A. Beckford, Mr. and Mrs. Turksma, Mr. and Mrs. Gourley, Mr. and Mrs. Potter, Mr. and Mrs. 8.. Cowan; Mesdames Fredricksen, Kane, Ashenden, Barry; Misses Malder, Greig, Barker (2), Bennett (3), Nolan (2), Fredricksen, K. Barry, Campbell, Page, Coppick, Hill, Beveridge, McPhee, Griffiths; Messrs. t.B. Quinton, C. Hill, I. Auld, McPhee, E. Drury, N: Ashenden, Radford, Quinlan, A. Fuller.

NEW BRANCH FORMED

A most enjoyable afternoon was spent recently at Rongotai, when Mrs. ftands invited a number of friends interested in the work of the Bible Society to her home in Rongotai Terrace. The organising secretary spoke upon the world-wide work of the British and Foreign Bible Society, and outlined the plan of organising, as carried on throughout New Zealand. It was decided to form a branch. Mrs. George Day was elected president, Mrs. Rands secretary, and Mrs. Johnston vice-president Th,e following ladies were elected collectors:'Mesdames Rands, Tickner, Reid, and Conner. Mrs. Day spoke most interestingly of missionary work in Southern Rhodesia, and the value of the Bible Society to the missions. A visit of some months to this part recently greatly impressed her. Sister Winifred; in moving a vote of thanks tc the speakers, stressed the privilege it was to all to have the opportunity of furtheringl such a work for the uplift of the world. A much appreciated tea was served.

The. annual meeting of the Porirua branch.of the British and Foreign Bible Society was held recently, when the Rev. S. Keen presided. Owing to the illness of the president, Mrs. Hasse had the meeting at her residence. The following officers were elected:—President, Mrs. Stevens (re-elected); vicepresident, the Rev. S. Keen; secretary, Miss Hasse; collectors, Mrs. and Miss Hasse. The chairman specially stressed the work of the collectors, and made valuable suggestions, which were greatly appreciated, in regard to this work. Mrs. Hasse entertained all to afternoon tea, and received a hearty vote of thanks for her hospitality.