BAZAARS

Evening Star, Issue 15516, 11 June 1914, Page 5

BAZAARS

BOY SCOUTS. This afternoon a bazaar was opened in the Wakari Hall, Kaikorai, under the auspices of the Dunedin West Central Battalion of Boy Scouts. The function, which will be open this evening and to-morrow afternoon and evening, is one that is well worthy of support, in that the proceeds of the ba-zaav are in aid of funds to provide equipment for the troops comprising the battalion. Besides tire numerous stalls, on which various articles will be displayed for sale, are the side shows, which include the shooting gallery and skating rink, quoits, electric shocks, and competitions for all. To-night the Kaikorai Band vs ill render selections at intervals, and the Boy Scouts’ tug-of-war competitions will be held. Patrons to the bazaar are assured of plenty of amusement and value for their admission fee. The evening sessions are from V o’clock to 10 30 p.m.

FOR null Y SCHOOL. At the invitation of Forbury School Committee the parents of the scholar's mustered in force yesterday afternoon to seo the school at work, and then adjourned to the gymnasium to_ discuss over the teacup details in connection with the Empire J3azaar. Mr W. Fleming (chairman of the School Committee) presided. After the visitors seeing the various classes at work, the scholars went through physical exercises splendidly, and the Fife and Drum Band, under the leadership of Mr Borthwick, played well, to the delight of the mothers especially! The gathering in the gymnasium was enthusiastic throughout. Mr Eudoy (head master), Mr Fleming, Mr T. K. Side}’, M.P., and Mr W. Dixon spoke a few words, explaining tho purpose of the gathering. Mr S'dey received a warm welcome, and spoke enthusiastically regarding the ultimate success cf the bazaar. Many suggestions were tendered, and the names of quite a large number were added to the list of workers and collectors. The school staff handed round the edibles and cups of tea, and the head master (Mr Eudey) incidentally remarked' that similar gatherings might be arranged later on, as it brought the parents in touch with- the teaching staff, and gave them a vital interest in the work of the school. A suggestion thrown out by the secretary, that each ex-scholar of tho school should contribute at least one shilling towards such a worthy object as raising £l5O to improve the grounds and to extend the borders of the school, met with a good response. ,A hearty vote of thanks to Mr Sidey, the head master, chairman of committee, and all who had assisted in the gathering was canned by acclamation.