Bunnythorpe

Manawatu Times, Volume 60, Issue 197, 22 August 1935, Page 9

Bunnythorpe

From Our Own Correspondent. On Friday afternoon at the Methodist Sunday School room, the Eev. 3D, Calder addressed a fair attendance of interested people on the work of the British and Foreign Biblo Society. Rev. Calder's talk was of an historical nature, stating that before 400 years ago, the Bible was read in Latin. After its translation into English it spread rapidly throughout England and the restriction which had been placed upon its being read was lifted. So interested were the people in this reading of God's word that a committee was formed to see if it could he translated into other tongues. The story of how little Mary .Tones tried to obtain a Bible so touched the hearts of the various ministers that in a short time Bibles were printed in Welsh, Gaelic and then gradually spread to oilier countries. The Bible is now printed in 092 languages. Thousands of copies are needed every year, and the Income from all sources lias been greater, making a brighter outlook for tlie society. The following olhcers were elected for ibis district: President, Mrs ,T. Scheldt; vice-presidents, Mrs N. Geenliow, Rev. Goertz and Rev. Boston; secretary. Miss N. Burnell. The Rev. Mr Goertz occupied the chair and thanked Rev. Mr Calder for his most interesting address. Afternoon tea was served by the ladies, and this bright a very happy meeting to a close. . . , The local euchre team journeyed to Whakarongo on Friday night in finest of the Country euchre shield. It was unsuccessful, however, the holder winning by 94 games to SO. Personal. The friends of Mrs P. Tulloch will ho sorry to learn that she has had to enter hospital to undergo an operation. Women's Institute.

Despite the heavy rain there was a record attendance of members and visitors at the August meeting. Mrs Jackson presided, and warmly welcomed everyone. Two new members were elected. 1‘ mai arrangements for the concert and dance at the end of the month were dealt with. A descriptive report on the conference was read by the delegate. As this was tho birthday month of the Institute the rest of the afternoon was given up to a social, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all present, every item being very we t received. The following members took part: Pianoforte solo, Mrs Guard; songs, Mrs Nix, Misses M. Wood and L. Rees; violin solo, Miss E. Jopsen; recitation. Miss J. Clevely. A dialogue that caused a great deal of amusement was given by Mrs M. Donald and , Miss B. Donald. A competition followed and was won by Miss B. Cheetham. The hostesses served a dainty afternoon tea. A beautiful birthday cake was cut by Mrs G. It. Donald. Mrs Gore lit the five candles which were blown out by little' Shirley Cheetham. Votes of thanks were passed to Mrs Burrell for making and Mrs Wiggins for icing the cake. The winner of the lucky cup of tea was Mrs Burrell. Mis Romley donated the prize. The monthly competition of ‘'Something New Rom Something Old” was judged by Mesdames Henaglian and I-lazelhurst The winners were: Seniors, Mesdames Nix 1, Jeffries 2 L Wood 3; juniors, Miss Burrell 1, Miss'B. Pedersen 2. Next month’s competitions will be: Seniors, best collection of spring bulbs: juniors, best collection of spring flowers. Gifts for the Willaid home are to be brought for next meeting. The demonstration will be on £>eiiu dressmaking.” During tlie afternoon a

bring and buy stall was conducted for federation funds, and a display of work done by members during the year was on view and very much admired. Tho hostesses for September will he Mesdames Lashlie, Nix and Romley, and Misses M. Thomas, C. Stock and B. Donald. A verj happy afternoon was closed with thanks to all who gave items and helped in any way.