HIKURANGI TOPICS

Northern Advocate, 9 June 1933, Page 8

HIKURANGI TOPICS

TOWN BOARD AFFAIRS

MONTHLY MEETING- HELD. AGENDA ITEMISED. The Hikurangi Town Bonn! hold Us monthly mooting in tho hoard room on Tuesday night. The chairman, Mr A. Nesbitt, presided over an assembly ol Commissioners IT. Hawkins, M. .1. Mi--TCinlay, E. Thokard, N. Gibson. C. Latham, D. Cot-hrane and the town clerk, Mr C. E. O’Callaghan. Adoption of the chairman’s report on the meeting of the North Auckland Dower Board was unanimously agreed upon. In connection with the harboui late, it was decided to reply to the Harbour Board, stating that collection of the rate would be effected on the anticipated approximate cost oi ■> per cent, to the Town Board. Mr G. Doel was granted a renewal of the grazing rights of the trout portion of Recreation Park for another Id months. A resolution was carried to the effect that the board meet Mr Stevens on his next visit, and also the local directors of the Hikurangi Coal Company, requesting that the transfer of the. cemetery site be effected. A letter is to be written asking that the interview be eonceded. Owing to the receipt of several complaints, it was decided to protest against tho custom of two residents in permitting cattle to wander on the footpaths, and to warn the offenders that unless the nuisance is removed action will be taken. Confirmation of the by-law embody- } ing the health regulations was confirmed. The chairman introduced the matter of tho inadequacy of the intake of the water scheme, due to the abnormal amount of water being used by the mines, and it was resolved to coimnunb cate with Mr Worley, seeking the renewal and increasing the size of the intake pipes. Tt was also decided to request the MeGlashan co-operative party to exorcise every economy in checking the rise of water in the mine until the pressure is relieved. The party was particularly requested to curtail its use of water between the hours of 2..T0 p.m, and 3.30 p.m., in order to enable the Hikurangi Company to secure water at the change of shifts. The estimates as submitted were approved and adopted. Those included I the hoard’s share of £2,000 for the tar-sealing of the road from Jordan Road to Valley Road corner. All accounts were confirmed and passed for payment. THE SOCIAL WORLD. CARD EVENINGS. HOCKEY CLUB BRIDGE. PURDY’S HALL FUNCTION. The Saturday Hockey Club hold another of its weekly series of bridge evenings in Purdy’s Hall on Tuesday, when seven tables of players participated. The ladies prize was won by Mrs Fields, and the men’s, donated by Air R. Lomas, was carried off by Air AfeKinlay. The consolation trophies fell to the lot of Air and Airs Phillips. The hockey girls provided and dispensed supper in their customary capable manner. BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS. AIETITODIST LADIES ’ GUILD. REPRESENTATIVE ATTENDANCE, The Alethodist Ladies’ Guild celebrated its 24 th birthday recently, when there were about 4.3 ladies present, including representatives from the Anglican, Presbyterian and Salvation Army ladies’ organisations. Airs N, Archer, president, presided and the opening devotions were conducted by (he Rev. V. C. Thomas. In presenting her annual report, tinpresident said the year had been quite successful financially, despite the hard times. The meetings during the year had been enjoyable, and all who had helped, were heartily thanked. Nearly £7O was raised and donations were made In the Circuit Fund of £.''lo, and to the Trust of £ll. Tin* election of officers resulted as follows: President, Airs X. Archer; secretary, Mrs S. Pearson; treasurer. Mrs 11. Hawkins; chib treasurer, Mrs Lloyd. Eight new members were enrolled. Aiternoon tea, daintily set nut, was partaken 01, the tables being decorated with crystal vases oi roses and massed flowers and asparagus fern, whilst in the centre of the table was a handsome and delicious birthday cake, made, decorated and presented by Airs S'. Pearson. This was cut; by the two seni'»r members present, Mrs .‘Jenkins and (Mrs Hawkins. Enjoyable items were .given by Airs Lloyd, Airs Cossill, Airs Spark, Mrs Foot and the. Rev. Thomas. The I hanks of the visitors and, congratulations wore tendered by Mrs Dale, of the Anglican Guild, whilst a similar compliment and apologies for absence were received from the Rev. and Airs Sage, and tho Rev. and Airs Blight, AVhangarei, Rev. and Airs Drake, and Afr.s R. Armstrong, Hikuxangi.

BOYS’ BRIGADE.

FOR AUCTION EFFECTED. I A company of the Boys’ Brigade has been formed in Hikurangi with a strength of three officers and 23 boy-;. This movement is the oldest boys’ movement in the world and one which embraces all that makes up for good citizenship and hearty manhood. The meetings are held on Friday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. under the captaincy of the Rev. V. G. Thomas, with Air P. Spark and Atr S. Jackson as lieutenants. FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY. KAWAK.-WVA LODGE. HIKURANGI BRETHREN ATTEND. A number of representatives of the Hikurangi and Whangarei Oddfellows Lodges journeyed to Kawakawa on Alonday to attend the jubilee anniversary of the Kawakawa Lodge, No. L. Over 200 members and friends sat down to n sumptuous banquet, acknowledged to have been one of the besr organised functions ever held in the North. Representatives were present from Kaitaia, Kaikohe, Kawakawa, Hiknrangi, Whangarei, Helensville, Henderson and Auckland, and congratulatory messages were received from practically every order in New Zealand. A pleasing feature of the evening was the presence of P.G. Bros. Gurney, AleNarnara, Bedggond and AleCroady, pioneer members, who joined the lodge in ISB<°>. A huge three-tier cake was embellished with JO candles, which were lit by the sitting N.G., and extinguished by three of these patriarchs of the lodge. A. toast list,' interspersed with vocal and musical items, was disposed of, the principal one, that ot tho KawaKav.a Lodge, being entrusted to P.D.D.G.M., Bro. B. J. Hardie, Grand Lodge representative for North Auckland. During the evening, Bro. Williamson, D.D.G.M. for the Bay of Islands, presented a number of P.G. certificates, and also a P.O.’s jewel to Bro. A. MeCready in recognition of -.10 years’ valuable service to the lodge. The toast list concluded just before midnight, with “Auld Lang Syne,” after which tho tallies wove cleared away and dancing carried on till 4 very late hour. SPINSTERS’ COMMITTEE. i PREPARATIONS FOR BALL. ’! The Hikurangi Spinsters’ Committee • assembled in Purdy’s Hall on Tuesday evening for the purpose of finalising . arrangements for the staging of the avii mini ball in the Criterion Theatre on -. Friday, June Hi. An elaborate scheme i of decorations and other necessary requisites were among the topics of dis--1 mission. PERSONAL PARS. IN TOWN AND OUT. Air R. Scott motored through to Auckland on Friday and returned yesterday. Alias Olga Alcycr, who for some time has been at Tepeno, was in Hikurangi over the week-end for the wedding of ■ her brother Cyril and Afiss Leonora • Harris. ■ ATr Gordon Hamilton, of"Papatoetoe, ■ is the guest of Airs G. Windriss, of > Otouga. : Air and Airs C. Stockle.v, accompanied • by Afiss K. Stockley and Air P. CraigI head, left on Tuesday for a fortnight’s extensive motor tour. Afiss Phyliss Windlass, of Otnnga, is ■ spending a few days with Airs D. Hutchinson, of View Road. Air and Airs R. F. Hall motored through to Auckland on Friday ami returned home yesterday. Owing to the illness of his father, Air A. Finlayson spent the week-end with his parents at, their home in Waipn. Air and Mrs 11. G. Coles and Mr A. , Aloat returned e-n Friday after a three ■ weeks’ motor tour through the* Tarai nakl and Wanganui, districts, . HOCKEY NOTES. ’ SEVEN-A-SIDE HONOURS. KIA ORA ANNEXE TITLE. 1 The prowess of the young ladies of i Hikurangi on the Hockey field was further evidenced at Kensington Park mi . Saturday, when the annual seven-a-side tournament was staged. Although defeated by half a point in their first, outing tty flora llora, Uinemoa gained the distinction of participating in one of the best exhibitions of the day. However, the failure was recompensed by Kin Ora, who, playing splendid hockey, were successful in annexing the B grade title. Neither Saturday teams met wiih pinch success. ON THE POOTBALL FIELD. THE LEAGUE ('ODE. ITTKFRA XG [ SEVEN-A-SIDE CIIA.M DIONS. WITAKA-WA RO CONSPICUOUS, Tint Hikurangi Rugby League Club has already annexed one of thq throe titles at slake during Hie current season. In the seven-a-side tournament- at Recreation Dark on Saturday, the local chib fielded two strong senior teams and a line third-grade seven, and through these mediums carried off the honours iu both, grades.

The senior A side ployed (list-class football and fully deserved their success. Credit is due to the Whaka-Waro A seven, Avhich after contesting one move game than the winners, earned its way to the. final. The red and black third-graders also met Whaka-Waro in the final, but proved too good for their neighbours. TOMORROW’S PIXTURES. WHAKA-WARO M MKT TAKA TIT W Al, Considerable interest will bo manifest in the match at Takahlwai tomorrow between tin 1 local stalwarts and WhakaWaro. On the occasion of their meeting in the first, game of the season, Takahiwai carried the day by 111 to S. Local supporters, however, arc spoon biting on Whaka-Waro turning the tables tomorrow, and on their recent form they should go very close; but Takahiwai are a competent combination and can be depended upon to give a good account of themselves. The llikurangi seniors have drawn the bye, and City and Kamo meet at Kensington Park. At Kamo tomorrow, the notable Whaka-Waro .junior thirteen meet the locals, and a great game is anticipated, Whaka-Waro are confident of maintaining their unbeaten record, but Kamo may have a different tale to tell. UNDER UNION RULES, TOT’UN A ML NT POSTPONED. TOMORROW’s ENGAGEMENTS'. Ait hough a little disappointed at the postponement of the seven-a-side tournament last Saturday, the llikurangi Club is still more determined to annex' the honours on the 17th, the newly appoinfed day of the popular carnival. Tomorrow the usual competition games will be eontiuued and the local si niors have been matched against Mangakahia on the latter’s ground. On recent form, the locals should clinch another victory, ami this view is shared by I heir supporters. On Hickson Park, the llikurangi third graders have been pitted against High School, and a groat game is anticipated. These lads are noted for their cleverness, and the even game which Is sure to eventuate, .should attract a good crowd to the park. UNIQUE FUNCTION. MOOK VK’K-if.KGAI. P KGHPTION. Purdy's Hall was the scene of a nniipu' social on Thursday evening, when the Methodist Young Women’s and Young Men’s Glide Glasses held a mock Vice-regal reception in aid of the church Hinds. The function was carried cut, as far as was possible, on the same lines as at Government House, and a number of debutantes were presented and others were Invested with honours. The jVicc-regal dais was beautifully

decorated with nikau palms, ferns and other greenery, stands of blue hydrangea, bowls of massed roses, and a background of draped flags. The floor was covered with carpets, and on these were set the two thrones, surrounded by comfortable wicker chairs. When the official functions were concluded, the scene, in such a setting, was very picturesque —the debutantes in iheir evening gowns, the vice-regal party resplendant in uniforms and decorations, the officials in their robes of oflice, and the recipients of honours, with their various decorations. Promptly at 9 p.m. “Their Excellencies,” the Earl and Countess of Auckland, entered the hall. His Excellency was accompanied by his two aides-de-camp, Lieutenant SparxosPhillip, E.X., in the uniform of the Eoyal Xavy, and Captain MellroyJohns, D. 5.0., C.M.G., in the uniform of the Grenadier Guards. Her Excellency, who was accompanied by her lady-in-waiting, Lady Muriel, was in Mack panne velvet with a white ermine cape, and her jewels were a tiara of mixed precious stones ami ropes of pearls. Lady Muriel was in black georgette, relieved with gold shoulder spray. Her Excellency was presented with a beautiful bouquet of red and old gold roses by little Beryl Brown. With the A'ice-regal party, in theie robes of office, were the Chief Justice, Sir Lawson George, X.C.M.G., and Lady George, and his Grace the Archbishop and Primate, the Most Ecv. Hr. Hnusell Yauxhall, M.A., D.D., C.M.G. His Excellency delivered a short speech, after which the following debit tantes wore presented: — Miss F. Nightingale, black ami white satin, with black tulle cape and posy; Miss D. Oairns, black satin boaute, relieved with green spray; Miss T. Barnes ; green crinkled crepe, with cape of goTd lace; Miss H. Miller, ivory satin; Miss G. Boss, apricot satin; Miss I), TwHel, blue satin beante; M’iss A. Mcllroy, sea green satin boaute and georgette, with coatee to match; Miss E. Goodhue, white frilled georgette, with orchid spray and white embossed satin coatee; Miss V. Foot, figured green satin; Miss C. Gibson, pink satin boaute. Following the presentation of debutantes was the investitures. The orders and decorations were borne upon a red plush cushion by the page, Master William Steel, who wore an early Victorian suit of powder bine satin, wlih front and cuffs of lace. His Majesty had been graciously pleased, upon the occasion of his birthday, to grant the following honours:—K.C.B., Air A - . Archer, for .services to the church. D. Mrs Stanley Pearson, for services in connection with ladies’ movements, C.M.G., Mrs H. Hawkins, for services as treasurer of the Methodist Church. 0.8. E., -Mrs Jenkins, for services over a long period of years in choir "work; Mrs Spark, for services to the cause of music; Airs Foot, for services to the church. H. 5.0., Air C. B. Gager, for services to the community.

The Matrons of Honour wore.-—Mr,? .Tonkins, black satin; Mrs X. Archer, black satin; Mrs H. Hawkins, floral georgette; Mrs H. Pearson, black laeo and white georgette; Mrs Spark, black satin and lace; Mrs Foot, royal blue crepe do chine relieved with fawn. Command performances were given by Mrs A. Snowden (in brown georgette and biege cape), who rendered solos, and Captain Gower, of the Salvation Army, who was in uniform and gave monologues. Prior to a very dainty supper, served on small tables set around the hall, by the Ladies’ Guild, their Excellencies and party left the dais and mingled with the guests, all present being presented, and after the Grand March the Vice-regal party departed. The evening was greatly enjoyed by the large crowd that attended, the hall being all too small. A special community singing contest of nursery rhymes caused much merriment and excellent items were given by the Lev. Thomas, Mr J. Mcllroy, Mrs Snowden and Captain Gower (songs), and recitations were given by Audrey Brown and Pita. Penney. Mr Spark made an efficient accompanist. The official parts were carried out in dignified manner by the following:— His Excellency, the Ecv, V. C. Thomas; her Excellency, Miss E. Semadini; the Archbishop, Mr H, Hansell; Chief Justice, Mr G. Lawson; aides-de-camp, Messrs J. Mcllroy and P. Spark; lady-in-waiting', Miss M. Jackson.