Picnic at Awapuni

Manawatu Times, Volume 64, Issue 42, 20 February 1939, Page 8

Picnic at Awapuni

CONVENT AND MARIST SCHOOL Awapuni racecourse was the scene of a very jolly picnic on Saturday. Although the morning was dull and windy an even larger crowd than usual of parents, children and friends gathered for a most enjoyable day’s outing. As the day advanced weather conditions improved and groups of happy picnickers took advantage of the natural shelter to lunch in pleasant surroundings. The ladies’ committee consisting of Mesdames Christensen, Greening, Summers, Power, Creed, Lyons, Jervis, O’Connor and Jones had a busy time dispensing ices, drinks and apples, which were provided free. Mr. F. W. Aisher proved his worth as a handicapper and starter. He was aDly assisted by Messrs Redwood, O’Connell, Lee, O’Connor, McErlain and Bearsley, while Messrs Dinnan, Fenton, Kavanagh and Rodgers looked after the tiny tots’ events. Much credit is due to tho secretary, Mr. Creed, and his assistant, Mr. Ivelly, for the businesslike way in which the recording of the day’s programme was carried out. A notable feature of the day was the excellent behaviour of the boys under the capable direction of Rev. Bros. Tarcissius and Bernard, who are in charge of the newly-opened boys’ school. Thanks arc due to them for their assistance with the sports programme. Between races, baseball and cricket ensured that there were no dull moments. Among visitors to the grounds were Rev. Father Jansen and the Sisters of Mercy, who chatted happily with parents and children. The sports trophies were presented by Rev. Monsignor McManus, who complimented the parents and children on the increased attendance at this annual event. In a brief speech he warmly thanked the committee for their work and interest on the children’s behalf. About 5.30 a tired but happy throng wended their way back to the city. Following are tho winners of the various events: — 50 yards, boys: A. Judd 3, J. Slater 2, B. Fenton 3. 75 yards, girls: P. Hunt 1, L. Rodgers 2, E. O’Connor 3. 75 yards, boys: B. Robinson 1, B. Maxey 2, J. Clapcott 3. 75 yards, girls: L. Callahan 3, B. Coady 2. 75 yards, boys: R. McDonald 3, G. Gray 2. 75 yards, girls: W. McSweeney 3, L. Ryan *2. 100 yards, boys: K. Holloway 1, H. O’Neill 2. 100 yards, girls: M. Cox 1, E. Foote 2. 100 yards, boys: R. Keenan X, W. Norris 2. 100 yards, girls: F. Flood 1, N. Jones 2. 100 yards, boys’ cup race: G. Callahan 1, W. Callahan 2, L. O’Connor 3. 100 yards, girls’ cup race: E. Willis 1, lv. Murphy 2, F. Flood 3. Altar boys’ race, 100 yards: B. Creed 1, B. Clapcott 2, R. Keenan 3. Girls’ three-legged race: B. O’Neill and P. Duggan 1, W. McSweeney and J. Murphy 2. Boys’ three-legged race: B. Robinson and G. McDonald 1, D. Edgar and B. Hepburn 2. 100 yards open, boys: R. Keenan 1, T. Devine 2. 100 yards open, girls: G. Little 1, K. Murphy 2. Relay race, team of 4 boys, 300 yards: M. McKearney, W. Norris, A. McDonald, N. McGill 1, L. O’Connor, C. Mutch, R. Keenan, T. O’Connel 2. Relay race, team of 4 girls, 300 yards: K. Murphy, G. Little, F. Flood, N. Jones 3, D. Murrow, C. Ivcllv, A. Connell, 10. Willis 2. Old boys’ race, 300 yards: J. Sullivan 3, B. Creed 2. Old girls’ race, 100 yards: T. Kncebonc 3, D. Gillespie