PIRONGIA.

Waikato Argus, Volume V, Issue 309, 2 July 1898, Page 4

PIRONGIA.

Concebt.—The concert in aid of the funds of the Waipa Amateur Athletic Club, which took place here on Wednesday evening last, was a most successful one. The attendance was good, the Public Hall being comfortably filled. The programme, however, had most unfortunately to be altered almost at the last moment, one of the most prominent items, the humorous sketch " An Effective Cure," had to be omitted, as Miss Allan, who was to sustain the principal character, was, owing to a family bereavement, unable to appear. Other amateurs kindly came forward and filled up the programme. Mr Germann presided, and in a few well - chosen words apologised for the withdrawal of the piece and expressed the sympathy felt for her in the death of her brother-in-law, the late Mr Charles Allen Edenborough. At an interval the Chairman and the Hon. Secretary of the Club, Mr George Berry, distributed the prizes won at the late meeting to the winners. The trophies, as handed over to the lucky ones, caused genuine admiration, all being useful and of good quality, supplied by Mr H. H. Howden, of Hamilton. Mr Tomas Kirk, of Hamilton, chose a photographic camera, and Mr W. Taylor, junr., a capital gun, as also did Mr T.Alexander. The other prizes were principally articles of jewellery. Miss Grace Finch, as the first item of the evening's entertainment, played a solo on the pianoforte, which was much appreciated and applauded. Song, " Jack's the Boy," Mr E. H. Aubin ; was capitably sung and loudly cheered ; •ong, "Le-ve's Serenade," Mr J.Bathurst, was splendidly rendered. This was his first appearance here. He is the fortunate possessor of a beautiful tenor voice and knows well how to use it. The encore was unanimous and the song •• Only to See Her Face Again" given in response, with even more success and applause. A solo on the violin by Miss D. Bowden followed ; this young lady is always a favourite here, and her masterly handling of the king oi instruments was enthusiastically received. Song, " The Sexton " (Bussell), Mr J. Prentice, wa:a well sung and applauded. Song, " True Till Death " (Gatti), Mr M. Laurie, another gem ; the encore was imperative and responded to. Song, "The Miller and the Maid," Miss B. Finch, was well sang and received loud applause. Duet, " I Don't Want to Play in Your Yard," Messrs Dawson and Vause, took immensely ; the encore was duly responded to. Song, " Why Not To-day," was sung with great taste and expression and was applauded. Quintette, "The Midnight Seranade," Mrs Singleton, Miss Hodgson, Messrs Aubin, Prentice and H. Hodgson; this was another successful item and was enthusiastically encored. Song, " The Anchor's Weighed," Mr Bathurst, was listened to with pleasure and accorded well-deserved applause. Song, " The Carnival," Miss B. Finch, was nicely sung and loudly cheered. A duet, " Doctor Quack," (in character), by the star comics, Messrs Dawson and Vause, caused roars of laughter and was encored. Mr Germann thanked all for their attendance and those who assisted, and " God Save the Queen," sung by the audience, fitly concluded a most successful entertainment, Mies Gracie Finch, who accompanied at the piano, deserves special mention for her services as she contributed greatly to the success of the entertainment. The usual dance followed and was heartily enjoyed until an early hour, Obituary.—King Death 's fast removing our early settlers. Henry Moncrieff, of Kihikihi, is gone; a good man, respected by all who knew him, both native and pakeha—all had a good word for him. Now comes the news of the death of Charles Allan Edenborough, perhaps not so well known to the generality of our present settlers, but to those of the old identities who are left amongst us he will not be forgotten. Of a most genial disposition, his company was welcomed by. all. As QuartermasterSergeant of the Second Waikato Regiment (a difficult positiou in the old days in which to give satisfaction), he was most popular; in the Armed Constabulary, a favourite; as a farmer, he wa3 most energetic ; as a friend, one of the staunchest. On givigg up farming he sold his farm at Harapepe to Mr Isaac Hodgson, who still occupies it, and, us is lvell known, is a worthy successor to that property. Mrs Edenborand family, several of whom are resident here amongst us, have the sincere sympathy of their many friends in their gr.fcf for their loss.—(Own Correspondent).