BRIGHTON BREEZES

Star (Christchurch), Issue 17218, 8 December 1923, Page 7 (Supplement)

BRIGHTON BREEZES

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WATER. Xearlv every town in New Zealand is suffering: from shortage of water. Restrictions for household purposes and gardens are in full force. In this respect. Now Brighton is in a very happy position. Its deep well water supply gives it an unlimited quantity of the purest quality. A large amount is necessary for local garden, and in many cases, to ensure any results on pure sand, water has to he used twenty-four hours a day. The present spell of ho: weather has emphasised the benefit of the Now Brighton system. Khopkeepers are grateful to the council for its consideration with regard to watering Sea View Road, more of which has been dune recently than ever before. BANK FOR NEW BRIGHTON. The efforts made by the council and others to obtain the services of a joint branch bank were a failure, because of the lack of support accorded the Commercial Bank of Australia wheu it opened its branch three years ago. it is on record that many of those who promised to change over to onv bank which had the pluck to open in New Brighton did not do so when the time came. It was admitted all round that the bank was a great convenience to the borough. Tt died from lack of support. A future opening of any bank will depend entirelv upon the amount of guaranteed support. The council should be the first to take a step in this direction, not individual private traders. QUEEN CARNIVAL. New Brighton had the unique pleasure of hearing the Christchurch Pip© Band prior to the concert inaugurated by the New Brighton Bowling Club and Centre Queen Carnival Committee on Thursday evening. Though the attendance in Joyland Theatre was poor, a splendid programme was presented by a party of ladies and gentlemen from th-> city. All present thoroughly enjoyed the items, which were all encored. The humorous recitations by Mr Dey and Mr It. A. Turner were especially enjoyed. At the conclusion of the concert Captain Owles thanked the performers for the very enjoyable evening, and expressed regret at the email attendance, tbe concert being quite worthy of a <4 House full.” The financial returns for the fancy dress ball held last week were a record for New Brighton The flag order yesterday was blue, white, red. THE HALF-HOLIDAY QUESTION. The award of the Arbitration Court regarding the weekly half-holiday has thrown, a bomb-shell into the ranks oi the local grocers and provision merchants. Owing to the conflict ot opinion, legal and otherwise, interesting developments are expected. The new award came into force on December 3. Some grocers abided by its decision. and others did not. It is understood that those who favour Wednesday half-holiday for New Brighton are determined to fight the award. A difficulty arisee owing to tbe complex nature of some of the local businesses, jrhich . have been described differently, and come under different awards. For instance, one man was told he was a butcher last week, and now he is described as a grocer. BEACH CHURCH. A sal© of work and Christmas tree on behalf of the Anglican New Church Building Fund will be held in the Pier Hall on Saturday and Monday. December 15 and 17. There will be the usual stalls. The ladies have worked throughout the year for this sale. Jn connection with the Healing Mission. a thanksgiving service was held in the Beach Church on Thursday evening, and nineteen people gave thanks for physical and spiritual benefits. All who went up, however, have not been intervieewd yet, and there are certain to be mole who benefited. MOTHERS’ UNION SOCIAL. The New-Brighton branch of the Mothers’ Union held a social afternoon i». the vicarage garden an Thursday last. Members of the Burwoocl branch and others were there, and a very pleasant afternoon v/r.e spent. Miss Thompson arranged a musical programme. to which Mesdanics Ansley, Jones, sr.d Mis.-es Miles and Thompson contributed. The committee served afternoon tea to the guests. METHODIST CHURCH. The Bible Cissaes end young people of tli3 church held a success:ill sale m aid of their new rooms on Thursday last, under the leadership of Misses Ballantyne and Hooker. A good deal enthusiasm was shown and the sum of £23 was realised. The services to-morrow will be conducted by the Revs 13. Dudley, F.R.A.S., and S. Lawry, and during the evening service Miss V. Lawry will sing " The King of Love.” Mr AY. C. Francis will conduct the evening service at North Beach School, SOUTH BRIGHTON NOTES. The weight of the ’bus continues to be a subject of comment. The vehicle is altogether too heavy for the .job. Residents lock forward to the institution of a lighter service. It would be a. thousand pities if the results are judged entirely by experience in connection with the present vehicle. There was a good attendance at the Prugroso League and Gala Committee meetings held in the South Brighton Hall o:i Tuesday night. Reports were received from the advertising and sports committee skewing that, arrangements for January 1 are well iu hand. The offers of Mr W. Kilgcur to provide a sketching entertainment, of Mr L. Haytcn to conduct a hoop-la stall, and the Kiwi-Sunshine Players to give hi. musical programme, were accepted with thanks. Members ef the Surf Club have also promised their assistance again this year, so that everything points to a most successful func~ The concert given by the Kiwi Sunshin*-* Players, under the management of Mr H. Edwards, in the Picture Theatre last week was meet enjoyable. A first-class programme was put on and fully appreciated by the audience. Items were contributed by Misses R. Snooks, E. G. and R. Turner, and T. Ward. Messrs F. Wc.odw&rd. S. Armstrong-. C. and A. Edwards. L. Snooks, R. Pollard and S. Migham. Tbe or- < bestrr! was. under, tbe supervision of Miss Olive Heath. The proceeds arc in aid of the South Brighton candidate for the Queen Carnival, and the thanks of the committee are due to the members of the company and the proprietors of the picture theatre for their help. A very successful carnival dance was jbwflwl in the South Brighton Hail last \wvwfc* The- decorations; were., atersb

effective. The confetti and streamer •lances made a very attractive display. Music for the dancing was supplied by Mr H. Robinson and Mr J. Chegwin. Over eighty young people were present, and they spent a most cnjoyablo time. A surprise party visited Mr and Mrs Jowett at their residence. Bridge Street, on Saturday Inst. The evening was spent in games and dancing. MILK FOR BRIGHTON. G. Mapstone. Dairyman, 381. Wainoni Hoar! Milk and cream cleanly handled and guaranteed a first-class test. Specially recommended for infants and invalids. Orders left with Mr H. Herrick, 21, Union Street, New Brighton, or above address will be promptly attended to, A t"irti solicited. 13

NORTH DEACH NOTES.

BURGESSES’ ASSOCIATION. A well attended meeting of the North Beach and Waimairi Burgesses’ Association was held on Monday evening, Air J. P. Whatman, president, being in the chair, .Mi* Harvey Brunt, who has accepted the position of secretary, was also present and received a heurty welcome. Thy action of the committee iu connection with tramway matters v/tis approved. It decided to ask the Chief Postmaster lor an improved outward mail service, equivalent at least to what existed prior tu the war. GALA. A meeting of the Gala Committee was held un Wednesday evening, ill* E. Leaver presiding. The sports committee submitted a lengthy and varied programme of events for primary school children, including several championships. This was approved of and liberal prizes will be provided. A circular letter will be sent to the school with a list ot the events, after which the ecliools will be visited by the secretary. A number of applications for stalls and side shows were received ana atmu vita, QUEEN CARNIVAL. A meeting of the Queen Carnival Committee was held on Wednesday evening, Mr E. Leaver presiding, ar.ci delegates being present Horn the Surf and Tennis Clubs, and the Gala Committee. Arrangements were made for the concert that is being arranged by Mrs Hulme in conjunction with the New Brighton Pictures on Tuesday next. it was decided to convene a meeting of ladies willing to assist the candidature of Mrs xxumie. SURPRISE PARTY. A surprise party of eighteen young people visited the residence of Mr and Mrs J. Gurdler, Racecourse Road, on Saturday evening. Music Was supplied by Miss M. Cate and a number of vocal and instrumental items were given. After supper games and dancing were indulged in, the singing of Auld Lang Syne bringing a very enjoyable evening to a close. PERSONAL. Mr Joseph Williams, of Bowhill Road, North Beach, returned on Saturday last alter about, two months’ stay at (Jamaru. By arrangement with the Electric Power Board, Mr "Williams gave a demonstration of cooking by electricity at the Oamaru show. Judging by the lengthy report in the local Press the demonstration was an eye-opener for the visitors, and the chairman of tbe Power Board expressed his warm approval of the valuable services rendered by Mr "Willitms. Mrs A. ,J. Colo returned from Timaru on Monday and is residing at her house in Swann Street. Mrs Cole has been acting as relieving teacher at the Timaru Alain School. Air T. 10. Thompson, of Bowhill Road, returned from "Wellington on Saturday last." Air F. Ingham, late of North Beach, but now resident-at Alasterton. sends best wishes to friends, especially the ” l>oys of the Surf Club. Air Jackman,- of Osborne Terrace, has been appointed to the Waikari School. While congratulating Air Jackman on the appointment, general regret is felt at the departure of Air and Airs Jackman from North Beach.