MURCHISON NEWS

Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LXXI, 24 June 1937, Page 2

MURCHISON NEWS

WEDDING IN WOOD—BARCLAY [From Our Own Correspondent] A wedding of considerable local interest took place recently in St. I’aul s Anglican Church, Murchison, the contracting parties being Eileen Barclay, youngest daughter of Mi and Mrs J. Barclay, Murchison, and Hoy Inwood, younger sou of Mr and Mrs D. Inwood, lnangahua June. Lou. The bride, who entered the church with her father, was gowned in magnolia satin cut on fitting lines, and having a V-shaped train. '■ bhe wore a magnolia tulle veil arranged to the head with a halo of orange blossom, and she rallied a bouquet of chrysanthemums, rose buds, and maidenhair fern. The bride was attended hv Miss Jean Monahan, who wore a frock 'of Margaret Rose pink cloque, with a halo of [lowers, and she caiiied a shower bouquet. Mr lb Bradley was the best man. The reception was held at the Murchison Tea Rooms, where the guests were received by Mrs Barclay, mother of the bride, who wore a wine tunic frock with hat to tone, and Mrs Inwood, moth er of the bridegroom, who wore a tailored coat and toque to tone. The bride and bridegroom left during the afternoon for the North Island. Hie bride travelled in a black tailored suit, with which* she wore a fox necklet and' a smart black hat, with shoes and gloves t-j match. Mr and Mrs Inwood will make their home at lnangahua Junction.

VALEDICTORY A farewell dance was held in the Public Hall in honour of Constable G. H. Hart and Mrs Hart, who are leaving the dictriet in the near future to take up their residence in Soutiibridge, where Mr Hart has recently been transferred. Mr Hart was appointed to Murchison almost eight years ago, and during their residence in the district, Mr and Mrs Hart have won 'lie respect and esteem of all with whom they came in contact. This was well evidenced by the large crowd which attended the function. Mrs J. Shields suplied tlie music for the dance, and extras were played by Mrs P. Lynch and Mr N. Pat erson.

During the evening Mr T. Morel, on behalf of the citizens of Murchison, presented the guests of honour with a well filled wallet. Mr Morel expressed the re gret which was felt by all at their departure, and wished them every happiness in their new district. On behalf of the Murchison Defence Rifle Club, Mr R. Tregidga presented Mr Hart with a pair of motoring gloves, and referred to the loss which would he felt by the Club at his departure Mrs J. Baigent made the presentation to Mrs Hart of a gift from the W.D.E.U. of which she had been an ac tive and enthusiastic member.

A very enjoyable home made supper was served, after which dancing continued un. tu a late hour. During the evening two songs were contributed by Mrs L. C. Robertson. THE LATE MR I. T. EDWARDS Tlie community suffered a severe loss during last week end by the tragic death o* Mr I. T. Edwards,’ who was killed while out shooting. Mr Edwards slippeS and rolled down the hillside, his rifle exploding and killing him instantly. During the past three years, Mr Edwards filled tlie position of County Clerk in Murchison, and by an assiduous attention to his duties, and his very kindly disposition earned the respect and esteem of all sections of the community. He took an active part in all branches of sport, beiiig a member of tlie football, tennis, cricket, bowling, swimming, and golf clubs, and also of the rifle club, and his death was keenly felt by all the members of these clubs.

An inquest was held on Tuesday morn ing, and the body was taken to Palmerston North for burial.