MARTON NOTES.

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume L, Issue 12145, 3 September 1908, Page 2

MARTON NOTES.

(From Our Own Corre?pondent.)

The bazaar organised in connection with, St. Francis' Church, Marton, was opened under most favourable- circumstances, on Tuesday night in the Drill Hall, there being a crowded hall. The Marton brass band played a few selections outside prior to the formal opening

At 8 o'clock, Dr Sherman, who had kindly consented to act in the place of His Worship the Mayor, who was unavoidably absent, ascended the platform and expressed his pleasure at being called upon to preside at the opening of the bazaar. He congratulated Father Malloy and his workers on tho splendid exhibition in the hall, and in a few well-chosen remarks formally declared the bazaar open. Father Molloy, on behalf of himself and his church members thanked Dr Sherman for being present to perform tho opening ceremony. He also sincerely thanked the members of other denominations for their presence, and kindly co-operation in connection with the bazaar.

The formal ceremony being concluded, business commenced in real earnest, and a number of young ladies were quickly and successfully disposing of Art Union tickets for the many artistic and useful articles displayed on the various stalls.

The scene, viewed from the entrance was an animated and pretty one. On the right is Nelson and Moate's tea kiosk ,presided over by Mrs Rodgers, who is assisted by Mesdames Dunn and Hunter. Next follows the "Wellington." stall, in charge of Mrs Campbell. The articles displayed here comprise many useful and ornamental articles, viz., a beautiful hand-embroidered pillow shams, presented by Archbishop Redwood, ladies' underwear, fancy embroidered cushions, band-painted mirrors and many other articles. There is also a beautiful bride, the handiwork of Miss Cormack., and an artistic wedding cake from Mr J. M. Nicol's establishment.

A Christmas tree is also on the sama side^ and being loaded with suitable articles, is very attractive to "the kiddies.'"

The Snow Ball, in charge of Master Broome, did good business, the supply of afticles being apparently endless.

On the opposite side are various stalls. The Dunediri stall is in chargeof Mesdames Fitzpatrick and Pawson, assisted by the Misses Kennedy, Bali, Ryan (2), Northover, O'Leary, Carter, and M* Dona Id. The stall is loaded with "good goods," comprising a valuable screen presented by the Sisters of Auckland, an. overmantlcs artistically carved and painted, a fire-screen of ribbonwork, oval panel, carved and painted; a carved. chair, by the Nuns of New Plymouth; two valuable paintings by tho Wanganui Sisters;, and various I works of art from all parts of the Dominion. . +; Following is ihe.. Auckland stall, which is presided over by Mrs Gardener and Miss Waters, assisted by the Misses Flynn and Blair. Here is displayed in profusion handsome embroidered cushions, panel mirrors, tea cosies, and various fancy and. useful articles. There is a^o a, Handsomely dressed doll, the work of Mrs Gardener. The confectionery stall is on the left on entering the hall. Mesdames Walhters and Hollis are in charge, and have the assistance of Misses Bishop and Walters in dispensing the many toothsome articles, which are temptingly displayed. ;•■'■■■' During the evening the performed the Grand March, and danced thei May Pole, the Fan dance and the Irish Washerwoman, the latter character being taken by Miss Edith Mayo. Miss Schelanki is responsible fcr the tui--tion-ofthe: children, who danced to per-i'fectiion'ij;^%;/"-;\:':'r0:-;,'■■ , ■:■-.'- ■:■;■ -^ ; -'-ji; If^The 'i *ollp^n^%SpbKiles #ere ,dispo¥<xL: .■'cusKio^yfM^Bircß^^shib'u^ liffe ;;-nsa^het:'I Mis^1'>Mc\:.^'ft-ef ? y--p:ainted panel, Miss Blair; painted centre,'; Mr A. Train.. .-; . ... ..,■ . ■■■^,:- ;-^ ■ - . ;. : " The'■shooting' galler^ f also attracted a big attendance. This is in charge of Mr A. Hunt.

The fair will bo continued on Thursday and Friday.