CENTRAL TARANAKI NEWS

Taranaki Daily News, 30 January 1931, Page 8

CENTRAL TARANAKI NEWS

SUNDAY SCHOOL PICNIC STRATFORD METHODIST SUCCESS. KING EDWARD PARK FUNCTION. A larger attendance of both adults and children, an ideal picnic ground and a fine day were factors that combined to make the annual picnic of the Stratford Methodist Sunday. School yesterday one of the most successful outings that has yet been held by the church members. -This year the camp site in King Edward Park, Stratford, was selected as a yenue and in view of the fact that a strong southerly wind blew no better spot could have been chosen, of the belt of tall pines completely sheltered the grounds. ' An extensive programme of childrens’ events had been arranged and adult members of the church, notably the Rev. T. Skuse, Messrs. E. G. Foster, A. H. Gaze and J. Hale acted as officials. Details are: — Girls’ Events. Eight to 10 years.—A. O’Carroll 1, M. Reader .2, ,M. Petersen 3. Eleven to 12. —J. Bell 1, H. Russ 2, M. Gattbn and M. Hartingan 3. Thirteen to 14.—J. Sohwicters 1, J. Hale 2, M. Bilkey 3. Junior’Bible class—V. Peterson and R. Randford 1, E. Skuse 2. ’ Senior Bible class. —R. Pople 1, K. Wellington 2, M. Ranford 3. Three-legged.—J. Bell and E. Wellington 1, E. and M. Petersen 2. Four-legged (junior).—D. and N. Bradshaw and T. Skellern 1. Four-legged (senior). —M. Ranford, K. Wellington and T. Russ 1. Sack race (junior).—B. White 1, M. Peterson 2. Sack , race (senior).—G. Aniess 1, M. Ranford 2. , • ’Blindfold chariot race.—E. Skuse anu J. Foster 1, Iris and Isabel Schwietcrs

Walking race—Al. Ranford 1, M. Bilkey and D. Bradshaw 2. pick-a-back.—R. Ranford and J. Russ Consolation.—T. Skellern 1, N. Bradshaw 2, M. Sorensen 3. Married' ladies. —Mrs. F. T. Hale 1, Mrs. A. H. Gaze 2, Mrs. C. Gatton 3. Boys’ Races. , Eight to ten.—L. Stavely 1, R. White 2, J. Birkett 3. Eleven to 12.—C. O’Carroll 1, R. Stavely 2, E. Blyde 3. Thirteen to 14—P. O’Carroll 1, E. White 2, J. Birkett 3. . ■ • Bible class.—R. Fawcett 1, M. Gaze 2, H. Bradshaw 3. Wheelbarrow race.—C. O'Carrcll and R. Stavely 1, J. O’Carroll and E. 'Blyde 2. Sack race. —E. White 1, R- White 2. (Pick-a-back.—>R. Stavely and H. Austin 1. Three-legged.—E. - White and H. Austin U C. O’Carroll and R. Stavely

Four 4 legged.—E. White, P. O Carroll and H. Austin 1. Blindfold chariot race. —P. and C. O’Carroll 1, E. White and H. Austin 2. •Walking race— H. Austin and P. O’Carroll 1, E. White 2. ' Married men's race.—R. Phillips 1, A. H. Gaze 2, Rev. T. Skuse 3.

MAKAHU FANCY DRESS BALL. ■SUCCESS OF TENNIS FUNCTION. The plain and fancy dress ball on Tuesday in aid of tenni; club s funds was a great success. A large company of dancers from all parts attended and gaiety reigned throughout the evening. Messrs. F. Ford and A. Kopke were masters of ceremonies. Les Davidson’s • orchestra played the music and extras were played by Miss E. Wilmshurst, Mies A. Coyne and Mr. L. Davidson. An exhibition of the “Yale blues” was .given by Miss E. Marsh and Mr.. R. Joyes ('Stratford), and Miss M. Barlow gave an exhibition of fancy dancing which was . much appreciated'. The Monte Carlo was won' by Miss W. Kerkin and Mr. A. H. Frank.’ Those in fancy dresses were Mesdames Frank (Folly) and Green (Night), Misses M. Barlow (Russian Dancer, .best fancy dress), L. Coyne (a South Sea Maid, most original), L Kopke (Telephone girl), M. Rumball (Pierette),. W. Kerkin (Herald), N. Kopke (The (Lost Soul), M. Coyne (Indian Squaw), N. Butler (Toreador), A. Coyne (Carnival Pierette), Nora Butler (Golliwog), Messrs. -F, Ford (Indian Brave, best . fancy dress), L. Beardmore (Nigger, most original), T. Rodgers (Nigger), W. Green (Lemon Squash), A. Kopke (Shiek), J. Butler (Pierrot), J. Coyne (Rgjah), P. Ford (Guardian Angel), L. Manning (Hawaiian Musician) and R. Christiansen (Why Did I Kiss That Girl 1).

KING’S THEATRE.

“THE GIRL SAID NO.”

Not since he appeared in "Alias Jimmy Valentine” have we had eo good a picture, as "The Girl Said No” from William Haines. Leila Hyanis, the girl who played opposite him in the former film, is the girl : who says “No” very emphatically until the end, when her love makes her yield, and Marie Dressier and Polly Moran, two favourite laugh-producers, help Haines to keep the mirth bubbling over. In a human story Haines is seen as a young man making his way in the business v’orld, starting out as a very fresh young man, 'but becoming subdued when his father dies and the responsibility of running a home for the family devolves on his shoulders. The apparent hopelessness of his love affair gives the theme a highly romantic flavour. This is one of the most enjoyable talkies in months. "The Girl Said No” will be screened at Stratford for'the last time to-night.

ELTHAM THEATRE.

“DANGEROUS CURVES.”

"Dangerous Curves,” showing to-night at Eltham, is a good, enjoyable programme suitable to everyone, children and all. The theme whilst not new, is very refreshing, and is a glittering story of the show world, of a girl’s fight for the man she loves, but this is not overdone, with a background of the travelling circus. The circus scenes are most interesting, showing a. full fivering circus in full performance. The novelties in this respect are full of thrills. The cast is headed by Clara Bow, with all her old “it,” supported by Richard Arlen, and fine support. — This is a good entertainment. BUSINESS WELL MAINTAINED Mr. A. Manoy, managing director of Manoy’s, Ltd., Stratford, states that contrary to rumours the hours of his staff are not being reduced, neither have wages been altered nor any of his staff dismissed. The business of the firm has been well maintained and returns to-day are .practically the eame as those for this period last year. Miss Beryl Mesters, L.A.8., L.T.C.L., will resume pianoforte teaching on February 3 at Hamlet Street North, Stratford.