Foxton

Manawatu Times, Volume LV, Issue 6864, 21 May 1932, Page 8

Foxton

COMMUNITY SING AND BROADCAST From Our Own Correspondent. Upwards of'Boo people attended tho Town Hall on Thursday evening and thoroughly enjoyed a well-organised programme of vocal and instrumental items, together with a variety of popular community songs, led by the wellknown- song leader, Mr. Owen Pritchard, of Wellington, who was ably assisted by Mr. Frank Crowther, at the piano, and Mr. Dan Foley, one of Wellington’s popular tenors. The proceedings were , opened by the Mayor (Mr. M. E. Pererau), who mentioned that the.proceeds were to be devoted to tho .relief of. distress among the local unemployed. Mr. Pcrreau paid a glowing tribute to the enthusiasm and organising ability of Mr. G. 1.Smith, who had. voluntarily undertaken the work. Mr. Smith, who was heartily applauded by the large audience, briefly introduced the Wellington visitors and expressed his appreciation of the whole-hearted assistance he had received from a native party of entertainers, assisting artists and othejs. In addition to the community singing, which went with n swing infused by the spontaneous humour and enthusiasm of the leader, the programme consisted of hakas by parties of native boys and men, in each case led by Mr. D. Kawai, graceful .canoe pois by a team of Maori ladies led by Mrs. Baker, and instrumental and concerted vocal items by the McGregor native quartet. Mrs. S. Barber (mezzo-soprano) rendered “Waiata Poi” in her usual pleasing manner, and later, in company with Mrs. C. Cronquest, of Shannon, sang the duet, “April Is a Lady.” An elocutionary item, “The Irish Schoolmaster,” contributed by- the youthful Miss W. Harris, evoked hearty applause, while Miss J.' Stevenson’s dramatic monologue “The Serial Story” was also a pleasing number. In addition to contributing several popular Irish numbers, including “The Mountains of Mourne,” Mr. Foley delighted the audience with a fine rendering of “On the Road to Mandalay.” “During the evening the community song, “One Man Went to Mow,” ably conducted by Mr. G. F. Smith, was contributed as a purely local effort. A telephone message received from Wellington during the evening stated that tho broadcast was being excellently received in that city, and was being thoroughly enjoyed by listeners. Bcforo the conclusion of the programme Mr. Pritchard announced for the benefit. of those listening in that contributions towards the Foxton Telicf fund, addressed to the Mayor, would be most welcome and would be thankfully received.

As a result of the effort, which reflects the greatest credit upon the organiser (.Mr. Smith),, tho net proceeds, which are to form the nucleus of a special relief fund, aro estimated to be approximately £22. PERSONAL Messrs. Owen Pritchard, Frank Crowther and Dan Foley, of Wellington, who so ably led tho community singing at the Town Hall on Thursday evening, were guests at Whyte’s hotel during their stay in Foxton. Mr. V. Moore, who has been teaching at Wanganui, haa returned to Foxton. Mr. Malcolm Mason, of the Public .Trust Office, .Wellington, has returned to

Wellington after spending his vacation with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Mason, of Park street. Mr. Raxworthy, of Union street, who was admitted to the Palmerston North Hospital last week, subsequently under went an operation and is now progressing favourably.

GOLF

On the Herrington links on Wednesday afternoon the first bogey match of the season was played by the associate members of the local club in ideal weather. A most enjoyable afternoon’s plav resulted in Miss E. Barber winning the A grade competition, Mrs. It. M. Parke's being successful in the B grade.

FOOTBALL

This afternoon, on Easton Park, football enthusiasts will again have the opportunitv of Tritneasing the three lociu teams —Fire Brigade seniors and juniors, and Foxton juniors—in action. On this occasion Fire Brigade seniors will bo opposed by Wanderers (Levin), who by the’ defeat last Saturday of Fire Brigade and Otaki at the hands of Punahau and Hui Mai respectively, are now second to Hui Mai on the championship table. The curtain-raiser will be supplied by Fire Brigade juniors and Foxton. The following teams have been’ selected:— Fire Brigade seniors, from the following: Cootes, Bead, E. Robinson, Era, G. Richardson, Payne, Tohi, Pine, Fuller, Moses, Hindu, Royal, Hartley, W. Richardson, Moore, Anderson. Foxton juniors, from the following: G. Williams, G. Hirini, E. Coley, H. Hartley, T. Taylor, W. Melton, E. Robinson, G. Wright, J. Smith, D. Richardson, B. Gay, C. Castles, J*. Death, J. Everlcigh, «T. Easton. Fire Brigade juniors, from the following: J. Hirini, N. Easton, D, Dunn, C. Anderson, J. Newton, E. Stevenson, A. Alexander, S. Bills, R. Roore, Pedersen, Gregorv, Devonshire (two), G. Newton, C. McCarthy, Wilson, Sinclair, Bennett, McGregor, Newth. TE AWAHOTJ LODGE, No. 133 The annual installation ceremony in connection with Te Awaliou Lodgo took place on Wednesday afternoon, when, in the presence of a largo number of local and visiting brethren, Bro. R. D. Meyer was installed as W.M. The ceremony was conducted by Rt. Wor. Bro. A. j. Graham, of Palmerston North. In the evening the usual annual dance was held in the hall and was largely attended. Rt, Wot. Bro. J. A. Nash and Bro. J. Linklater officiated as M’s.O., and a very pleasant social time was spent. WOMEN’S INSTITUTE There was an attendance of between 70 and 80 members at the meeting of the Foxton Women’s Institute on Thursday afternoon. The president (Mrs. A. P. Easton), after welcoming new members, congratulated the members on the success of the potato competition. An apology for absence was re'ceived from Mrs. W. H. Smith. Correspondence was dealt with, and the secretary (Mrs. C. H. Symons) presented the report of the delegates to the conference. Sympathy was extended to Mrs. A. Ross in her illness, and pleasuro at the recovery of Mr. Robin Chrystall after his accident was conveyed to Mrs. J. Chrystall. The rose was selected as the institute s floral emblem. A bring and buy stall, in charge of Mrs. F. Procter, proved a

profitable venture. In the sausage roll competition Mrs. D. R. Barron was awarded first place, Mrs. Sutherland second and' Miss McKnight third. Ihc hostesses were Mesdamcs Honorc, Signal, Moore, Newth, Nockles, Owen and Parkes, and Misses Nye and Mairs. Songs were contributed by Mesdamcs S. Austin and F. A. Mason,- while Mrs. J. M. Thomson gave a humorous recital. Considerable enjoyment was manifested in folk dancing under the very able instruction of Miss Bindon, a former member on holiday from Christchurch. It was announced that the competition for next month’s meeting would be a child’s' woollen garment something new from something old —rugs also to be brought in. Votes of thanks to all who had assisted, followed by the National Athem, concluded a delightful afternoon.