COBDEN CALEDONIANS

Grey River Argus, 17 December 1940, Page 7

COBDEN CALEDONIANS

CHRISTMAS PARTY. Under the auspices of the above Society, the annual Christmas party for children of members was held on Saturday last, in the School Gymnasium. After a sumptuous supper, provided by the Ladies’ Committee, games and dances were the order of the evening, music for the games being played by Chief Anderson, while Mr John Burn played for the dances. A recitation, “Johnny Bunny," was given by Trevor Morris, while Miss Joan McMillan, in a very capable manner, danced the “Sailor’s Hornpipe,” and the “Irish Jig.” These two items were appreciated very much by those present. Near the close of the evening “Father Christmas” arrived and distributed presents to all the children -present. Another pleasing feature on the Christmas Tree (which was beautifully decorated by the ladies), was small tokens (or the Ladies’ Committee, convenor (Mrs G. Blythe) and the Secretary (Miss M. McNulty) from members of the Society. These were highly appreciated by the recipients. Cheers tor "Father Christmas’’ concluded a very enjoyable function for the children.

An adult dance which was held after this! function, was attended, and a very enjoyable time was spent by all present. A Monte Carlo waltz was won by Mrs E. Hay and Mr S. Aiderton. During the course of the eveting Chief Anderson, in the name of the Society, presented tokens ‘of esteem to Mr J'. Burn, the Society’s pianist, Chieftain McLean (violinist) and Mr J. Cowie, who has assisted with his piano-accordion. Chief Anderson made special reference to the services rendered by Mr John Burn. Chieftain McLean replied on behalf of the recipients. Chieftain McLean, on behalf of the Society, presented Chief Anderson with a small token to show the esteem in which he was held by members of the Society, referring to the very capable manner in which the affairs of the Society were conducted. Chief Anderson suitably replied. A very pleasant evening concluded with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.”