DISTRICT NEWS.

Taranaki Daily News, 17 October 1927, Page 10

DISTRICT NEWS.

TIKORANGI. (From Our Own Corresponde-t.') The Plunket Baby Carnival was brought to a most successful finish on Saturday night, with a dance held in the Clifton Hall, Waitara. That the sum of £576 was raised during the carnival speaks volumes for the various committees, as only those who put their whole heart into the work could have shown such a splendid result. The committee wish to thank all those who assisted in anyway during the carnival, especially Mr. and Mrs. K. Lye and Mr. and Mrs. F. Sarten, who ai e garden" parties during the closing stages, and also Mr. Moyes and the N.P. High Schoo! for the loan of football jerseys.

In connection with the last football match, two of our players have been rendered hors de combat, Mr. Ken Lye having cracked a couple of ribs, and Mr. A. Alexander having had his collar bone broken. That misfortunes do not come singly is once more evident, Mrs. A. Alexander having cut her hand so badly as to necessitate medical attention. Mr. A. Soffe has just returned from the Waikato, where he has purchased a farm. He intends-settling there shortly. At present he is confined to the house with an attack of mumps. The cricket club held its annual meeting on Monday evening, so during the next few months the prevailing topic will be googlies. leg breaks, etc. What with daylight saving and the possibility of obtaining the services of a competent coach, one confidently expects the standard of play in the Country Association to improve somewhat.

Touching on daylight saving, in the writer’s humble opinion it is just a little extra burden on the farmer. One confidently expects to hear much wailing about the drift to the towns during the campaign for the next election. The continued dry weather and persistent winds are not having a beneficial effect on the pastures, and all and sundry would welcome the reinstatement of Mr. Bates for a few days. HURFOHD. (From Our Own Correspondent). A long night dance and euchre party was held in the hall on Monday, October 3, when there was a good attendance. Prizes for the euchre were won by Mrs. McKay and Mr, Lynch. Music for the dance was supplied by Martin’s orchestra. On Thursday evening a gift evening to Miss F. Higgins was held, several from surrounding districts attending. During the evening Mr. Maloney made a pleasing speech before, asking Miss Higgins to come forward and receive the presents. Mr. F. Fowler thanked the residents on behalf of Miss Higgins. Prizes for euchre were won by Mr. Seamark and Mrs. Mark Reynolds,’after playing-off with Mrs. Antony. Mrs. Martin supplied music for the dance, and extras were played by Mrs. Reyn his. Good warm rain would be greatly appreciated at present to freshen up pastures, although no doubt some are anxious to get on with clearing, and would not mind a longer spell. Judging from what one hears the supply at the factory must be higher than last year, and no doubt another record for the factory’s output will result. LEPPERTON, (From Our Own .Correspondent.)

There have been a number of functions held in Lepperton during the past few days in aid of the Plunket Society baby carnival. The first was a successful social and dance, the- sum of £6 being cleared. Cards were played by non-dancers, under the supervision of Mr. F. Crowe. Mr. A. Roberts acted as M.C., and the music was supplied by Mr. Rowe jun., of Brixton. At intervals vocal items were rendered as follows:—Song, Miss L. Will; recitation, Miss D. Hopson; song, Mr. H. Blyde; comic song, Mr. R. F. Giddy. The winners of the euchre prizes donated their prizes to the funds. On Saturday last Mrs. E. A. Oliver gave an at home, This also proved a great success. During the afternoon games and competitions were held. Vocal and instrumental items were contributed during the afternoon. At Mrs. L. Jones’ residence there was a large attendance jo listen in at « wireless concert.

Recently, in the beautiful grounds of Mrs. Waldie, a farewell was made to Mrs. Gilmour, who is leaving the district. Games and competitions were indulged in, as well as boating and races on the lake. The latter was won by Misses O. Oppenshaw-and L. Wells. Afternoon tea was handed round, and a presentation was made to Mrs. Gilmour ai.d Miss M.-Gilmour. The anniversary services in connection with the Sentry Hill Sunday School were held in the Lepperton. Methodist Church last Sunday, and favoured with fine weather again were most successful. Ably trained by Mrs. C. B. Thompson, the children and choir rendered suitable items at both . services, the afternoon service being conducted by the Rev. W. W. Avery, and the evening service by the Rev. R. B. Gosnell. Both services were well attended. At the evening service every available seat was occupied. The prizes and diplomas won by the scholars were presented, the Rev. R. B. Gosnell commenting upon the very high type of books awarded. The concert took place on the Monday evening, when again there wire a splendid audience, which listened most eagerly to a long amf well arranged programme by the scholars and friends,' including a party from Waitara, The following Items were rendered, encores being demanded in most instances:—-Wel-come speech, Jack Sole; anthem, Sunday School and choir; pianoforte duet, Mrs. Thompson and Olive Nicol; recitation, “An Oversight," Lesley Blance; violin duet, “Andantino," Mrs. Locke and Mr. Wells; solo, “Little Brown Cottage,” Annie Harvey; dialogue, “The Lost Opportunity”; recitation, “When I Keep School,” Joan Blance; quartette, Sentry Hill Quartette Party; recitation, “Dr. Clieenip,” Robert Anderson; action song, ‘‘The Big Policeman”; recitation, “A Boy I Know,” Mary Andrews; solo, Lola Dimmer; dialogue, some noted characters; recitation, Eva Longstaff; pianoforte duet, Jessie Muir and Frances Mutton: blossom drill; recitation, ‘‘My Puppy,” Jack Sole; duet, Lola Limmer and Annie Harvey; pianoforte solo, Miss Larking, recitation, Eva Longstaff; dialogue, “Roses of Promise”; chorus, “Pcgaway,” Bible Class members; monologue, Mrs. French; violin duet, Mrs. Locke and Mr. Wells; humourous sketch. Rev. R. B. Gosnell; dialogue, “Aunt Mary's Will"; action song, “Good-night”; National Anthem.

Before the concluding item the Rev,

R. B. Gosnell thanked all who had in any way helped to make the anniversary functions the great success they had been. Supper was provided by the ladies and friends, and all went away having spent a very enjoyable evening.