WAVERLEY

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 75, Issue 118, 21 May 1932, Page 12

WAVERLEY

VALEDICTORY After four years’ of residence in Waverley. where he has acted as vicar f»f St. Stephen ’« Church, the Rev. E. C. Coles leaves for Engl-nd. During the past, week he has visited many of his parishioners to bid them goodbye, and a. largely attended gathering accorded him a farewell social in St. Stephen’s schoolroom. That the Rev. Coles and Mrs Cole” have endeared themselves to the parishioners was very evident in the crowded hall. Mr A. .T. Adlam presided. The first part of the evening’s pro-

gramme was given by the choir in gleesinging, and songs by Mesdames McWilliam, Harvey, Messrs Boyer, Daly, and Misses Belton and Harvey, and a duet by Mr and Mrs Lovegrove, and a recitation by Mr Curtis. All these items were greatly appreciated, and more than one were called upon for a repitition.

Following this, Mr Adla:- expressed in a short speech, the very real and deep regret felt by all his parishioners at their vicar’s departure. Wherever sickness or trouble was, Mr Coles was soon in attendance, ministering with sympathy and kindness, making for himself always a welcome. In conclusion. Mr Adlam asked Mr Coles to accept from his parishioners a wellfilled wallet as a token of the high esteem in which he was held, and a grateful recognition of his services during the days he spent in Waverley. Messrs Tennent and Boyer, as members of his church, also expressed their deep appreciation of the Rev. Coles’ and Mrs Coles’ activities and interests in the life of Waverley. Archdeacon Young, of Wanganui, on behalf of the diocese, stated that although he had not come into contact with Rev. Coles, a great deal until recently, he could speak in glowing terms of his worth. On behalf of his fellow-clergy, Archdeacon Young expressed regret at the departure of Mr and Mrs Coles.

r As a brother minister in Waverley, Rev. Stuart, of St. Andrew’s Church, stated that during the four years they had worked together, he h-.d gained a high admiration for Mr Coles, and the years would always hold happy memories for him.

Mr Coles, on standing to reply, was greeted with enthusiastic applause. He stated that he was finding it very difficult to say good-bye to his parishioners, and if it. had not for his and his wife’s anxiety to see their parents, and on his part to meet his brothers, who were all meeting again after many years’ apart, he doubted very much if he would have left Waverley at all. As far as hisr work in the parish was concerned, any difficulties overcome or any success attained, were due in good measure to the support and inspiration of his churehworkers, mentioning in particular his vestry, choir, organist and Sunday School

teachers. In connection with the last, he asked all parents to tell their children how much Mr Coles was going to miss them. Great joy and happiness had been given to him in teaching them, and he parted from them with the hope of seeing them all again. The singing of “For They Are Jolly Good Fellows’’ and “Auld Lang Syne,’’ after the serving of an enjoyable supper, brought this evening to a close

Q.A.M.R. CAMP Many small parties have been given during the past week among Waverley hostesses for the entertainment of officers and men of the Q.A.M.R., who have been encamped during the week at the racecourse. On Wednesday, Mrs P. V. Graves invited several of her friends to meet General Sinclair-Burgess, of Wellington headquarters, who paid a visit to the camp during the week. HUNT CLUB MEET OF NORTHERN MEMBERS Thirty years ago, as was mentioned by the master (Dr. W. T. Simmons) of the Egmont-Wanganui Hunt Club yesterday at the Tawhiti meet, hunting flourished in the district round Hawera. The late Sir Robert Nolan, Mr A. S. Tonks, Mr G. T. Bayly and Mr F. Riddiford were keen enthusiasts, and the meets on their country were popular and attended by followers from all parts of the coast. With the cutting up of the land conditions were not so suitable, and as a result tho centre of hunting was transferred mainly further south. Hounds found early in the day, and circled around in a long run. Too many hares spoilt the prospects of a kill, but nevertheless the chase was in full view of spectators, and they were treated to some splendid jumping. Riders were on the move most of the afternoon, and it was only towards three o’clock that the first real check in was had. and after another burst of speed a halt was called as riders from I he southern end had to truck their horses early. The property-owners were Messrs McGlade. J. W. Alexander, A. Applevard, J. Pickering, R. W. Brewer and J. Bublitz, and native country also was available. At the conclusion of the run riders and friends were entertained at afternoon tea in the Tawhiti Hail, served by the ladies interested in tho sport. Dr. Simmons thanked the property owners, also the ladies for afiernoon tea He remarked on the splendid area of country available, but expressed regret that there were not many members in the Egmont end. He hoped to ”ee some of the younger members taking an interest in the sport and keeping it going. He hoped that next year ihe country would be available and another good day enjoyed. Mr E. Death responded. Those following were: Dr. Simmons f Master) on Bahram. Huntsman Myles on Twilight, Messrs T. Lupton (deputymaster) on Coma, S. Mcßae (deputymaster) on Sambo, G. Watkins (whip) on Vanchineel, I. Parsons (whip) on Hats Off. and W. Southcombe (whip) on Penny Royal, Mrs Vine on Kiriwha, Misses M. Brewer on Overtax, M. Washer on Mist, M. Brown on Osprey, P. Simmons on Waihau, S. Lysaght on Flame, Messrs E. Davidson on Lorraine. R. Watkins on Talkative, N. Parsons on Pierrot, J. Sheahan on Wallace. E. Death on Stoker, C. Southcombe on Pale Star, A. Mitchell on

Gowan Lea. R. Simmons on Rio Rita, H. I. Crocker on a bay, G. Castles on Puarata, N. Hamlin on Swift Light, K. Aiken on Atlanta, and Fowler on Proud Carbine. Those it* cars included Afr and Mrs A. Appleyard and party, Air and Mrs C. 11. Washer and party, Afr and Afrs A. E. Death and party. Mr and Mrs N. Crocker and party, Afr and Afrs Af. Crighton and party, Afrs Pickett and party, Mrs H. McWilliams and party, Mrs Laurenson and party, Mr A. Taplin and party. The club will meet af Afr E. Parsons’ home, Nukumaru, to-day.