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New Zealand Herald, Volume XXXIII, Issue 10129, 12 May 1896, Page 6

Mr, A. Brpnlunil gave a ball and supper at Port Jackson on the night of the '24th April, to which all and sundry in the district were invited, and about thirty people rolled up, when a very enjoyable evening was spent by all present. Mr. Henare Nomene acted as M.C. in his usual proficient style, and the music by two of his nephews on the violin was first-class. Dancing commenced at eight o'clock, and was kept up until twelve o'clock, when supper was served under tho able management of Mr. Clark, who is a past master of the art. Dancing was then resumed and kept up until daylight, when three cheers for the host and hostess were given with musical honours, and some made their way homewards, while others were windbound until Sunday morning.—[Own Correspondent.] The evening of the 24th April was chosen for the Awanui single ladies' ball. The weather was all that could be wished for, aud about 200 people partook in the enjoyment. . The dance commenced at 7 o'clock, and was brought to a close at 0 a.m. Refreshments were provided by Mrs. S. Subritzsky, and did as usually great credit to that lady, the tables being laid all night for everybody to help themselves, and sho had evidently spared nothing to make her part of it a success. The music was provided by Messrs. C. Christensen, B.M. (first violin), W. Christensen (first violin and piano alterI native), A. W. Spanheko (second violin), J. Clough (piccolo), Beresford (cornet), H. Spanheke (piano), Sherrin (relieving violin). The band played splendid dance music, and great credit is due to Mr. C. Christensen lor the way he handled his comparatively young J players. Mr. Lawrence, of Herekino, offi- j dated as M.C., and a better man could not! have been chosen. It was admirable to see j how that gentleman put through the opening dance ("Grand March"), and all through the j night Mr. Lawrence was seon all over the ballroom performing his duties in splendid style. Miss Marion Yates acted a* hon. secretary, and, although as yet a young lady, disposed of her duties very nicely. It was a hard matter to decide who was tho belle of the ball. Someoue thought Miss Evans, others thought Miss Yates, and others would argue that Miss M. Reid was the belle, and it is true she was near the mark, but to use my opinion I really think the prize must be awarded to the flower girl of Mangatete, Miss Alice Wells. Several ladies sang during the night, viz.:—Misses N. Clough, J. Lloyd, M, Bradley, and as usually Miss dough's singing was listened to with intense silence, she proving herself a splendid singer. "The steamship Staffa brought over from Ohora about 30 passengers to partake in the dance, among whom I noticed Mr. Irving and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Sherrin, Mr. and Mrs, Smith. At daybreak the steamer's whistle called the Ohora visitors on board again to convey them back to their respective homes, thus ending one of the most successful dances ever held in the Far North, o.:id the eight's enjoyment will be long remembered oy those who availed themselves of their invit»twoj«-[Offfl Correspondent.j