DISTRICT NEWS.

Franklin Times, Volume XXIII, Issue 98, 23 August 1933, Page 5

DISTRICT NEWS.

DRURY SCOUT TROOP. BIRTHDAY PARTY. A very jolly evening was spent in the Drury hall recently when the local troop of boy scouts and cubs celebrated their fourth birthday. True 10 scout, tradition, the happiness of the evening was shared with others, for included in the guests were the local girl guides and brownies. A bounteous tea was provided by the ladies who also undertook the task of wafting on the young people, and no stone was left unturned by them in their efforts to entertain their guests, and it is almost superfluous to add that, full justice was done to the many good things provided. Resplendent on the table was a huge birthday cake provided by Mrs W. Brookes. After tea the scouts and their guests adjourned to Ihe hall where a varied programme of games and competitions was carried out under the leadership of the scoutmaster (Mr Piers), who proved a skilled and enthusiastic organiser, finding no difficulty in maintaining the keenest interest and enjoyment among the girls and boys.

At the conclusion of the games, a camp fire concert was held. This proved a very enjoyable item, acceptable alike to the elders present and to the young folks. The hall was darkened and the campfire duly lit, the scouts and their friends gathering round in true camp style, while the elder folk formed the outer circle. Community singing with novelty choruses were sung with great heartiness, the scout master proving a capable song leader. At 0.30 p.m. the party was brought to a conclusion with devotional exercises conducted by the Rev. D. M. Cattanach.

NOTES FROM AKA AKA. ENJOYABLE KITCHEN EVENING A kitchen evening, in honour of Miss Porter, assistant teacher at the Aka Aka school who is to be married shortly, was given in the Aka Aka ball on Saturday evening. " There was a good attendance of friends and a jolly time was spent. Dancing began shortly after 8 o'clock and continued until just before midnight when the happy party dispensed. Music was supplied by Mrs Mclntyre, Misses E. Kitson, M. Kitson. P. McNamara, Messrs Kitson (2). Moffatt, R. McNamara and R. Wilson. The duties of master of ceremonies were al)ly discharged by Mr Moffatt. A Monte Carlo dance was won by Mr and Mrs McTntyre. and two vocal items were given by Mr B. Keary accompanied by Mrs Keary on the piano. A dainty supper, provided by the ladies of the district was served, after which Messrs D. R. Anderson and Moffatt, in happy speeches, asked Miss Porter lo accept a useful and wide range of kitchen utensils. Mr T. Robertson replied on behalf of Miss Porter. Heavy frosts have been experienced in the district and the growth of grass has been retarded considerably. Most dairy herds are in full swing and a a-ood supply of milk is being receive 1 a I the. factory. Quite a number of children are lai 1 low with the measles and very few are attending school. Tn some cases adults are affected as well.

BUCKLAND NEWS. DANCE CLUB'S EVENING. The Cinderella dance club held a dance on Saturday evening. Music was played by the orchestra, and Mr Papesch was master of ceremonies. A Monte Carlo was won by Miss P. Kelsall and Mr G. Gray, a mystery polonaise by Miss Richardson and Mr V. Blake, and a spot waltz by Mrs Lewis and Mr F. Lewis. The euchre prizes were awarded to Mrs Ravlick and Mr A. IT. Steele.

PONGA NOTES. MONTHLY OLD-TIME DANGE. A most successful old time dance was lield in the Ponga hall last Saturday night. There was a record attendance, over 30 couples being present, friends coming from Ararimu, Papakura, Drury and Hunua. Only old-time dancing was indulged in. Mr A. Cossey played wonderful time on his accordeon. Dancing commenced at 8 p.m. and finished at 11.59 p.m. Supper was served by the local ladies. Mrs Ellis favoured the company with a vocal item and Miss J. Scarborough rendered' an elocutionary item. The evening was brought to a close by all present singing "Auld Lang Syne" and the visitors giving three hearty cheers for the local people. ONEWHERO NEWS. GOLFERS' ANNUAL DANGE. The Onewhero hall was taxed to its utmost capacity on Wednesday evening, when the members of the OneWJsci'G Golf Club held their annual dance. Visitors were present from the Waikare and the Pukekohe clubs. The hall and supper room were decorated with streamers of the club's colours, maroon and gold, and with greenery. The music played by Allan's orchestra was much appreciated. Messrs G. Flint and G. Gathcart contributed extra numbers, and Mr S. Gronin was master of ceremonies. An excellent supper was served by the ladies' committee, and a thoroughly enjoyable function was terminated in the very early hours. Mr T. Liddle, who underwent an operation for appendicitis in the Mount Pleasant hospital last week, is progressing favourably.