WOODVILLE.

Manawatu Standard, Volume LVI, Issue 181, 2 July 1936, Page 8

WOODVILLE.

SOCIAL GATHERINGS.

(From Our Own Correspondent.)

WOOD VILLI’

A large and enthusiastic gathering of residents and old pupils of the Woodlands Road School attended a cocncrt in the school, when items wero given by some of Woodville’s best talent as well as parts given by children. Tho gathering was held by the residents of the district in honour of Mr R. 11. Morgan and Mr R. Richards, who have been members of tho School Committee for 26 anil 24 years respectively and who declined renomination at the .last meeting of householders. The chairman (Mr W. Bowman) expressed pleas tire at tho record attendance and remarked that, as the school should celebrate its golden jubilee in four years’ time, it was to he hoped that, many more old pupils would gather on that occasion. The concert was made up of selections by Mr H. Brooker’s orchestra, followed by recitations, solos, monologues, duets and community singing. In tracing the history of tho service given by Mr Morgan and Mr Richards, which dated back as far as 1904, Mr Bow’ man asked Mr 11. R. Johnston, chairman of tho Woodvillo School Committee, to address tho gathering. Mr Johnston congratulated the two retiring members on their record of service, which in It is opinion was possessed Tty few in tho country. Presentations of framed addresses were then made, botli the recipients being accorded musical honours. After supper was served, tho floor was cleared and dancing was enjoyed.

In recognition of thc'ir assistance, the social committee of the Woodvillc Co-opera-tive Society gave a social in the Foresters’ Hall last night for Mr and Mrs J. Gray, who arc leaving for Upper Hutt. There was a good attendance of members and friends and a Itappy time wa= spent in dancing to music playotl by Mr 11. Brooker and Mcsdamcs S. Smith and Leslie. After the ladies had handed round supper, the M.C., Mr 11. C. Leach, spoke on behalf of those present, referring to the assistance Mr and Mrs Gray had accorded the society since its inception. They had also associated themselves with many organisations in the town, including sports bodies and (he Municipal Band. Their departure would be a distinct loss, but it was to be hoped that with the change in residence ttic health of troth Mr and Mrs Gray would bo much improved. Mr Leach’s remarks were endorsed by I lie president of the society (Mr M. Mimro), who stated that Mr and Mrs Gray had proved true c'o-operators in every sense of the word. He conveyed the members’ good wishes. Mr Mttnro asked Mr and Mrs Gray to accept a set of soup spoons. Mr Gray briefly expressed thanks, SALVATION ARMY. The Woodvillc Salvation Army held their annual musical celebrations during the week-end, the services being well attended. On Saturday the band paraded in Vogel Street, while on Sunday special services were held, presided over by Major Goffin, who is in charge of the musical department- of the Salvation Army in New Zealand. Ilis addresses were followed with interest and enthusiasm, the officer revealing himself as an excellent speaker and a gifted musician. On Monday evening about 550 persons sat down to the annual tea in the Drill Hall, * when many visitors were present, including Bandmaster Argylc, of Ashburton. At the conclusion of the tea, members of Hie Fcikling and Damicvirko Salvation Army Baiids presented a concert programme to an appreciative audience. The Danuevirko Bund was under the

baton of Bandmaster Geard, while Band master Harford had charge of the Fcild ing party. Before the Benediction was pro nounccd, Major Godin paid a tribute to the Woodville Band, praising the work done by their bandmaster (Mr X). Koay), At the same time ho. urged more young boys ro join the band, stating that it was lit them that the band's future players would | be. The speaker congratulated the corps | on their successful campaign over (ho weekend and thanked them for their hospital-1 ity. Brief remarks were made by Bandmasters Geard, Harford and Argyle, who complimented the corps on their successful function. In returning thanks, Bandmaster Koay referred to the excellent programme and expressed the corps’ appreciation of the visitors’ support. Ho stated that they were pleased and honoured to have Major Godin present for the celebrations and thanked him for presiding.