CHARITY BALL AT OMAKAU

Otago Daily Times, Issue 23225, 24 June 1937, Page 17

CHARITY BALL AT OMAKAU

Brilliantly successful from all aspects, the annual Roman Catholic ball at Omakau on the evening of June 16 was a reflection of the efficiency and assiduous efforts of its organisers. Deft and willing hands had transformed the hall into a fairyland of streamers and coloured lights. Bowls and vases of chrysanthemums adorned the stage and supper tables, adding a cheery atmosphere to a happy gathering. The bright and snappy playing of an orchestra made dancers young and old enjoy the brightness of a first-class dance band. No small measure of the success obtained was due to the secretary, Mr R. J. O’Halloran, and the organising work of Mr F. J. Donnelly and Mrs M. Moran. The M.C.’s for the evening were Messrs J. W. White, R. J. O’Halloran. J. and F. J, Donnelly.

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