WESTPORT NOTES

Grey River Argus, 29 April 1932, Page 7

WESTPORT NOTES

(Our Own Correspondent.) A Popular Couple Weds. WESTPORT, April 28. A wedding of much interest to residents of Westport and especially fol lowers of Rugby football and hockey, was solemnised last evening at the resi. donee of the bride’s parents, when Miss Vera Bowden, eldest daughter of Mr and Mr s J. Bowden, was married to Mr Mat Robinson, eldest son of Mr anj Mrs Robinson, Westport. The bridegroom is a grandson of Mr and Mrs F. Price, who conducted a successful business in Westport in the early days. The Rev. Foston officiated. The bride was escorted bv her father. She wore a graceful frock of white georgette over which fell a beautiful veil held in p’ace by a halo of orange blossoms. The bouquet was of chrysanthc. mums cosmos and maiden-hair fern Miss Rene Bowden, who was bridesmaid, was becomingly gowned i n a blue gcorget’re frock a nd carried a bouquet of larkspur and maiden-hair fern. Miss Jean Bowden, who was flower girl, was sweetly dressed in pale p«»k crepe de chine and carried a neatly arranged basket bouquet. The best nia n was Mr W. Quinn. The contracting parties were the recipients of numerous presents which were effectively arranged in the drawing room and bore striking testimony to the high •esteem in which they are held in the district. Later, about 150 guests were entertained at the Elite Tea Rooms, where the tables were .tastefully decorated. Th e two tier weddng cake, which was made by the bride’s grandmother, was also appropriately embellished. Rev. Foston occupied th t > chair in the early part of the evening, a nd later the chair was taken by Mr Sara as official of the Buller Hockey Association. Rev. Foston,, in proposing the toast of “The Bride and Bridegroom,’’ p telred his remarks in a very happy key, and congratulated rhe young couple on their respective Choices of life-partners. Mr Robinson : uiiably replied on behalf of his wife nad himself. Other toasts honoured were “Bridesmaids and Best Man.” •‘Bride ami Bridegroom’s Parents,’ rep Ted to by Messrs Robinson and Bowden. “The Contracting Parties’ Grand-parents,” replied to by Mr F. Woodward on behalf of Mr and Mrs Price, who were unavoidably prevented from attending. •‘Bachelors,” replied to by Mesyis Taylor and Manson. “The Chairman.” replied .to by Mr Sara. “Spinsters,” replied to by Miss Blair. During the (‘veiling, Messrs J. Cullen ami S. Blair contributed vocal items. Mr Quinn read many congratulatory messages from friends in other districts one of which,, worded as follows, created much merriment: “Congratulations am] everything else but do nothing til! I see you.” At the reception the bride’s mother Mrs Bowden, wore a smart frock of* brown crepe de chine and Al s Rob nson, the br degroom’s mo:her, was attired in a frock of black crepv de chine. Dancing was continued till a late hour. Airs Curtis supplied th? music and Air Dellaway acted as AI.C Hospital Board Estimates. 'j Im members of the Buller Hospital Board devoted considerable lime yesterday to considerat’on of the estimates for the current year, 'rhe Committee examined every channel of expenditure) in connection with the four institutions under its control and is of the opin ion that further •economics can be effect d without in any way impairing their efficiency. The withdrawal of subsidy on voluntary contributions is a big blow to the Board’s finances, ami is one of the main reasons why levies on local bodies are being increased. The Secretary stated that other con iributo’y factors to th e increased demand on the public exchequer are the large debit balance of £2536 brought, forward from last year, which included the capital account, and an anticipated reduction in the receipts for fees. The Board decided to forward the estimates to the Chairman at Wellington, with the object of requesting the Mhii«ter of Health to convert the £2OOO advanced by the Government into a grant. After applications for relief had been dealt with the meeting ended. Westpout Distress. A meeting of representative citizens was held last night in connection with making provision for relief of distress which, it is anticipated,, will be pronounced during the coming winter months. After various phases of thq question were discussed the meeting adjourned to a later date. A Questionable Decision. In the course of the Rugby fixture. Rangers v. Rovers played at MTlerton recently, a spectator passed a remark whilst a member of the Rover team was about t Q take a penalty kick. The effort to goal wag unsuccessful, and the referee allowed a second kick on the ground that the action of the spectator amounted to obstruction. The second attempt was successful. The matter was fully discussed a. a meeting of the local Referees’ Association, and tho facts have been forwarded to the New Zealand body for a decision. May Day Demonstration. At a recent meeting of the unemployed, whilst the question of holding a. demonstration was be’ng discussed, the opinion was expressed that a police permit was necessary, and that the law on th? matter had been amended since the Auckland riots. Interviewed yesterday, the local Sergeant intimated that the police would not prevent the holding of any orderly celebrations providing, of course, that, the permission of the borough authorities was secured to use the Victoria Square. Shipping. There were no arrivals in port yesterday. The Pakura left yesterday

morning for Napier. The Fairburn (auxiliary schooner) left Wellington last night for Westport. The Komata is due on Saturday from Greymouth. The Totara is announced to leave Wellington to-day for this port. Personal. Mr A. Wathoy, who is contesting seats on the Buller County Council and Hospital Board for the Waimangaroa Riding, was a visitor to Westport yesterday. Airs and Miss Greenwood who have been visiting friends at Hastings, returned to Westport yesterday. Air J. C. Brown has gone to Dunedin on business. Andy Phillips is now at the Sergeant ’s Hill Hotel, where u welcome awaits all. —Advt. Morgan’s Pictures At the Victoria Theatre to-night and to-morrow (Saturday) matinee and evening, Joan Crawford is featured in the Metro romance, ‘‘This Modern Age,’ recommended by the Censor as more suitable for adults. As the mother in this picture Pauline Frederick sits at no fireside but gets out and makes whopee with the youngsters. In fact, the excellent drama of the piece revolves around the indignation of daughter Joan when suitor Neil Hamilton tells her: “I love you —but your mother’s reputation!” News Reels, Cartoon and Charlie Chase two reel comedy. Popular prices 2/3 and 1/6. Reserves at Morgan’s. MONDAY AND TUESDAY. William Fox presents Frank Albertson, IL B. Warner, Sharon Lynn, Joyce Compton and a splendid cast of supporting stars in “Wild Company” az the Victoria Theatre on Monday and Tuesday. A dynamic story of flaming youth and a prodigal son who became involved in a robbery and murder as the result of keeping wild company Excellent talkie supports. Popular prices 2/3 and 1/6. Reserves at Morgan ’s.