OTAKI NEWS.

Horowhenua Chronicle, 24 September 1929, Page 8

OTAKI NEWS.

SCOUTS AND GUIDES. CELEBRATE FIRST BIRTHDAY. There was a .splendid gathering of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides, together with a number of friends, at the Lyric theatre on Friday, night, when the Bov Scouts celebrated their first birthday. Sir Alfred Robin, who was present by special invitation, was greeted with a haka, which he suitably acknowledged. The Mayor (Mr. C. F. Atmore) then extended a welcome to Sir Alfred, and in doing so said all were very pleased to see him present on this, the occasion of the first birthday of the Scouts. The boys especially had looked forward with interest to his visit, and on behalf of all present he had pleasure in offering a welcome. Mr. Atmore also trusted that all present would have a very enjoyable time. (Applause;). iSir Alfred Robin, who was warmly received, said that it gave him great pleasure to be present, and he thanked the Mayor and others for their cordial reception. Sir Alfred pointed out that 12 months ago the Scouts had been formed, and he had pleasure in wishing them "many happy returns of the day.” He hoped all would be presentwhen the Scouts reached their 21st birthday. Sir Alfred then led off in games, in which Scouts and others took loading parts. The various pastimes were enjoyed by young and old alike. The Girl Guides then by signals wished the Scouts "many happy returns,” and in doing so acquitted themselves splendidly. Scoutmaster A. P. Ralph returned thanks and in return called for cheers for the Guidos which were heartily given. A haka by three Maori cubs caused a deal of applause, and a repetition was demanded.

The Girl Guides then executed marching (exercises in a perfect manner, drawing forth the plaudits of all. After this competitions followed. The Mayor then asked Sir Alfred to present a -warrant to Mr, Olds, assistant scoutmaster. After this ceremony the presentation of badges took place. Sir Alfred commending the boys for their good work. After a war-cry by the Brownies Mr. italph asked that Sir Alfred cut the birthday cake, but the latter in turn asked Mrs. Lowry (wife of the. President) to oiiiciate, who did so amidst applause. Air. Lowry took the opportunity to thank the Mayor for I lie interest lie had taken in the Scout movement and for his attendance that evening. He also spoke eniogistica°lly of Sir Alfred and referred to the interest he had always shown in the Scouts. All were pleased to know that Sir Alfred was restored to health, and glad to see him present for the birthday gathering. Mr. Lowry said that it was very nice to see so many boys and girls present and all would be proud to see them grow up good citizens. Tie then extended a welcome to the Girl. Guidos, and spoke of (he good finding existing between all such bodies.

Supper was then served, and birthdav cake (made by Miss P. OUiver) distributed.

YOUNG MEN PINED

Two young men, who had been imbibing nnwisely, were taken into custody by Constables Sat hurley and Carea n on Saturday night and yesterday charged with disorderly conduct. A youth named Young was enlarged with drunkenness. Laurence Mudgway was eharged with acting in a disorderly manner, and Monty Edwards with behaving in a similar manner. None of the young men appeared. Young was lined £l, in default seven days. Mudgwav and Edwards, it was stated, acted in a very disorderly manner while a dance was in progress at the Native school, and the former dragged Young into a passage and was dealing with him when a by-standcr took charge and pulled him into an adjacent room. Mudgway at first denied any knowledge of the affair, but at the station admitted causing trouble, and was also identified as the prime mover of the affair. He stated that his reason for dealing "stoush” was because , reference was made to him and a goal-bird. Edwards, who had been previously ejected from the hall by Constable Carran and given a friendly warning, returned to the hall, only to g’ct into further trouble by encouraging the ‘ ‘ scrap. ’ ’ The Bench inflicted a fine of £2 on Mudgway, and ordered him to pay witness’ expenses (10s). Edwards was also fined £2. Default was fixed at 14 days’ imprisonment.