COLYTON

Manawatu Standard, Volume LIX, Issue 192, 15 July 1939, Page 14

COLYTON

(From Our Own Correspondent.) COL J ON, July 14. On Saturday, evening friend* journeyed lo llie local hail, the occasion being a gilt evening tor Aii.»s Jean Fun*ton and Air ! \N . iioeken in. honour of their approaching marriage. An enjoyable evening was spent in dancing, while items were contributed hy Airs G. Parker (vocal), Miss Flame Short (elocutionary), Air N. Sliortall (vocal) and .Miss Joyce Gray (pianoforte). Air \\. J. Smith called upon the gncvl? lo accept the tabic* laden with gifts, ex* pressing to thum the wishes of the gathering tor their future happiness. Air Smith a.so voiced pleasure that, in making their luture home in the district!, Golvton would retain the intercuts of both young people, who have a! way* taken a prominent ;mrt, in local sporting and social life. On behalf of the Anglican Church, Rev. Canon Petrie made the presentation of a beautiful salad howl, adding hi* own appreciation of the active part both Miss I 4 unston and Mr liocken had taken in Church affair*. Air John Humphries, representing the Tennis and Hockey <‘lulls, a*sked the guests to accept a iiaridtsoinc barometer. Air R. Sliortall. president, of the local branch of the Young Karmens’ Club, conveyed to Air lioeken best wishes in his acceptance of a wall mirror from follow members. Air Hockcn expressed appreciation lo the residents and chillis for the beautiful gifts ami kind remarks. Air L. Thurston made a capable A/.C.

Air Jack Wealleans. who accidentally foil Vom a moving lorry recently, jsufTcred* painful injuries to his fact*, necessitating the attention of a, doctor. Air Angus Burr ha* returned Jiome from his lengthy sojourn in hospital and is now making good progress. The school children are now practising hard for their annual fancy drc*s hall. Renovations to the local hall have now been put into operation, and should be completed before it is used for further entertainments.