DUNEDIN D.L.F. LITERARY AND DEBATING CLUB.

Otago Witness, Issue 3031, 17 April 1912, Page 79

DUNEDIN D.L.F. LITERARY AND DEBATING CLUB.

Motto; “ Union is Strength.” DUXEDIX CLUB’S EASTER SOCIAL. The members of the Dunedin Club took a. very wise step when it set aside Tuesdayevening, April 9, as a social evening in the Warn tab Tea Rooms, for it thus gave the members of the club an opportunity of showing their appreciation of the efforts of country writers and members, and gave them further opportunity of making the acquaintance of country members and visitors. First and foremost amongst our visitors wa« Dot,

who has just returned from the North Island, and we were all pleased to have her with us again. Among the many country L.F. were Barney and Dandy Jim, who had journeyed all the way from Central OtagD to be with us that evening. They only arrived in Dunedin some few minutes before the social opened. Another country writer present was Elmo Athol, who purposely delayed her return home till after the social. Other visitors wore Mary Bell, Billy Builow, Mozart, Winnetou, Taieri Bell, Girl in Love, and Octava's brother, and a special word of I praise is due to the members who gave these I visitors a pleasant time. The social opened' with Indian Chief extending a heartv welcome on behalf of the club to the visitors | present. The opening item was a waltz, J followed by Musical Chairs, which proved j highly amusing, and showed that some of i the members do not suffer from stiff joints. This game was followed by the first set of quadrilles. Then came a song from Octava, accompanied by Dot. and the next item wa3 a dance made famous " doon south," somewhere near Wallacetown. It is generally I called the " Barn Danco." After this item | Indian Chief gave the company two songs. Then we had a comic song from Everton. Indian Chief next introduced a game entitled " Speeches." and with a few more socials of this kind, and a few more speeches, some of our members will be quite readv to become M.P.'s. This game tests your worth as a speaker, but during this game a good few members like myself remained speechless. After this the president announced supper, which was partaken of by the 31 members and visitors. During this particular item Francis made a name for himself as a waiter. I may mention that more than one member made himself famous, particularly while cream cakes were t about. After supper Billy Burlow gave a* song, accompanied by Dot. This was followed by a medley dance, after which the singing of "Auld lang syne" at 10.45 p.m. brought to a conclusion one of the most successful socials this club has held for a long time. A special word of thanks is due to those who shared the onerous duties of accompanist during the evening—namely, Dot, Texas Jack (who did yeoman service with his mouth organ), Everton, and Miss Maxwell. Just a weird in conclusion. Our annual social is to be held on the 7th June, in St Paul's Schoolroom, Stuart, street. Don't fail to come along and have a good time; if you miss it you will regret it. The Dunedin members are working hard to make it a success. HIRAM GREEN, Hon. Secretary. A FEW FLIPPANT REMARKS ABOUT THE COMPANY. Mattie looked quite happy. Forget-me-not, a nice little flower—oh, no, you are wrong! It's one of the Dunedin Club members. Adelina, a pillar of support to the Dunedin Club. Annabelle, who did not seem to be worried with her extra duties as a committee member, i Possum, who was quite as happy and active as her namesake. Yveary, who lcoked far from weary, except when it came to Musical Chairs. Octava, our new vice-president, and as amiable as a vice-president ought to be. Mary Bell, who chimed rather loudly during the evening, especially at supper. A Girl in Love! Of course, this is nothing new, but it is the nom of a new club member. Talari Belle seemed a little shy, a most remarkable thing for a belle. Elmo Athol can dance very nicely. Now, you boys, you are next: Barney O'Hea. I heard someone say, '• Barney, Barney, stop your blarney." But what Barney says is to the point. Dandy Jim, under Barney's wing, and just feeling his own ground with us at first. Billy Burlow, who still wears a smile that won't come off. Texas Jack. As a club member you are all right, Texas! Francis returned from his southern trip looking quite happy. And what do you think?—he has learned the Barn dance! Indian Chief was a busy man all ilie evening. Mozart, whom we were all pleased to have with ua again. Winnetou, in from Lawrence, plays a good game of euchre. Everton. Have you seen my boy Bill? No more till June, then what a lot! Order your Witness early: sure to bo a big demand. HIRAM GREEN, Secretary.