A DAY IN THE COUNTRY.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LIX, Issue 18275, 16 December 1922, Page 13

A DAY IN THE COUNTRY.

Sir, —Through the practical sympathy of many kind friends we were enabled last vear to take 500 of Auckland's " poorest children for a day in the country. A special train was hired, three good nourishing meals were supplied, and it was a never-to-be-forgotten day in the lives of many children. There arc a large number of boys and girls whose parents are too poor to afford a holiday in the country, and it is solely for these that the treat is intended. The whole affair was such a huge success and a source of great delight to the children that we have again decided to take 600 poor children out for a dav's outing in the country during the holidays. May I say that these children will be drawn from the poorest homes in Auckland, many of them coming from Alexandra Street and East Street Mission. No denominational barriers will be raised. Children of_ all churches and no church will be invited. Tram fares and meals will be provided free of cost. It is confidently anticipated that a generous public will support this plan. May we ask for the support of your readers in this scheme to bring pleasure into the lives of some poor children during the festive season. Donations may be sent to Mr. Fra.uk Crespin, care A. Cleave and Co.*, Safe Deposit Buildings, HigTi Street, Auckland, or to Rev. F. L. Frost, Methodist Mission, East Street, Newton, which will be most gratefully received. (Rev.) F. L. Feost.