WAITANGURU.

King Country Chronicle, Volume VIII, Issue 632, 7 January 1914, Page 6

WAITANGURU.

Own Correspondent.

Rain, rain, rain, has been the order which has prevailed for weeks past, and though it has proved successful in defeating many thing, its efforts proved unavailing in defeating the eventuation of the social and dance which was previously advertised to take place on Wednesday, December 17th. Throughout the day almost incessant rain fell, and not a few relinquished all hope of having the dance. However, Dame Fortune, presented herself and eased the rainfall to a very considerable extent; prospect then assumed an entirely different characteristic. Light appeared in the hall about 9.15 p rn., and shortly after a goodly number of ladies and gentlemen assembled; and, indeed, when one meditated on the unsettled condition of the weather, and consequently the terribly bad condition of the roads, one marvelled at the fearless and daring disposition of those present. The majority of those in attendance reside in close proximity to the hall, and the members of the "Comedy Company," by whom the dance was organised, whilst expressing their appreciation of all those who were present, make special mention of Mrs Goldfinch and her sister, Miss Carver, who journeyed all the way from Ngapaenga, also Misses Were (2) and Messrs Were (2), without whom the evening's enjoyment would have proved futile. It was about 10 a.m. when the M.C. announced the first dance, and moat vigorously was it :ontinued till supper time came at 12.30 a.m. The abundant supply of pastry which comprised the repast, was another exemplification of the generosity of the ladies. Immediately after supper dancing was again resumed and proceded merrily till 2 a.m. Then quietly one by one the happy little gathering dispersed, thus ending a pleasant function. During the evening Mr E. W. Thrush sang a sentimental song, and subsequently a comic song was rendered by Mr E. Brider, both items being well received. The latter also acted as official M.C. and carried out his duties in a very capable manner. Mr A. Andresen supplied accordeon music in his usual excellent style, and Mr C. Thrush played extras.