DAUGHTER HAD CRYING SPELLS END OF SCHOOL YEAR

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 76, Issue 301, 21 December 1933, Page 8

DAUGHTER HAD CRYING SPELLS

END OF SCHOOL YEAR

“NERVES”BROUGHT ON BY WORRYING. AFTER KRUSCHEN “A DIFFERENT GIRL.” A mother writes:—“Early this spring my eightcen-ycar-old daughter had a nervous breakdown (due to worrying about losing her position). After doctoring for over five weeks, she didn’t scorn to make much improvement. She still had crying spells and fits of the blues. So I decided to give Kruschcn Salts a trial, starting with a largo halfteaspoon fill in hot water first thing in tho morning, and tho little daily dose in her tea for lunch and supper. In less than a week the crying spells had stopped and she began to sleep better. That was three months ago. To-day she is full of pep, and sleeps and eats well. She is a different girl. 1 am still giving her the little daily dose. “My husband, young daughter and myself have also taken Kruschcn Salts this spring, an 1 find them wonderful for banishing that tired feeling ono gets in the spring. For myself, I had bad neuritis in my left arm and shoulder—couldn’t sleep for the pain. That has gone, and I feel grand.”—(Mrs.) M. L. The commonest cause of depression is partial constipation—an insidious complaint, because tho sufferer is seldom aware of it. It means the gradual accumulation of body pnisons which dull tho niind, damp the spirits, sap the nervous strength and lower the whole vitality. Kruschcn Salts make constipation impossible. They help the liver and kidneys to perforin their natural duties in a natural way; they clear away gently, but completely, all poisonous waste matter, and ensure an uncontaminatcd blood-stream. Therefore, if you keep to Kruschcn, you need never know the meaning of melancholy; never feel “nervy” or depressed. Kruschcn Salts is obtainable at all Chemists and Stores at 2/6 per bottle.

aneo, complimented the children and teachers on the splendid quality of the entertainment. The headmaster (Mr R. N. Wilson) said that any credit for the success of tho operetta should go to Misses Twemlow and Wheal, who had done a great deal of work in bringing about the production. He also extended thanks to Miss Wanda Atkinson for her valuable assistance as accompaniste throughout the practices, to the committee of the Methodist Hall for use of their hall and to the parents who had taken much trouble in supplying dresses, etc. WESTMERE SCHOOL PRIZE-GIVING FUNCTION Yesterday morning the Westmere pupils celebrated the end of the school year with, a prize-giving function, at which parents, friends, and members of the School Committee attended. Prizes were presented as follow by Airs O'Reilly, in the absence of Mr O’Reilly, late headmaster: — Calf Club. —Ethel Taylor 1, Lindsay Budge 2, Eileen Waters 3. Standard 6.—Joyce O’Reilly 1, Una Reid 2, Edua Pratt, progress. Standard 5. —Eileen Waters 1, Thelma Hudson 2, Elspeth Hirst, progress. Standard 4. —Nancy Laird 1, Joan Franklin 2, Doris Papworth, progress Standard 3.—Alary Dunbar 1, Keith Donald 2, Joyce Barrow, progress Standard 2.—Jack Edwards 1. Keith Taylor 2, Ivo Barrow, progress. Standard 1. —Norma Taylor 1, Annie O’Reilly 2, Joyce Hotter 3. Everyone in Standard 1 and the Primers received a prize, while 16 good attend aneo certificates were also presented. It was noted that of the twelve who sat for their proficiency, eight passed and two received competency. Mr Norrie, the headmaster, called for three cheers for the committee, after which afternoon tea was served to the visitors and children by the committee. CASTLECLIEF SCHOOL THE BREAKING UP On Tuesday afternoon, Father Christmas paid a visit to the Castlecliff School children, when all tho infants from tho main and side school received presents at his hands. The I official breaking-up ceremony took pla*co at tho Town Hall yesterday afternoon, when the hall was crowded ’ with pupils and a goodly number of parents. Air Beattie, of the School Commit- ' tee, presided, and apologised for the absence of those members of the com- , mitteo who found it impossible to attend. The proceedings opened with the. New Zealand National Anthem, sung sweetly in two parts by the pupils. Air Beattie then introduced Air ) Jas. Aitken, 8.A., who gave tho chilJ dren some helpful words of advice, 1 afterwards presenting the attendance r eertili'eates. ) A pleasing feature of the proceedings was the appearance of Air Bas- - sett Smith (former headmaster) and t Air Lewis (former first assistant). - Both these gentlemen spoke interest- - ingly to the children and Air Smith 3 then presented tho proficiency certifii cates, the list of which has already i been published. L The children next sang one of the 1 old time •carols and tho headmaster • spoke a few words of appreciation of tho help rendered to the school by tho ’ committee, whose one aim seemed to i bo the best for the children. He men- - tioned that the school was losing the s services of Miss Dempsey, who was s leaving to be married, and Aliss Brock e and Miss Knowles, whose term of ap- - pointment had expired. Congratula- / lions were offered to Aliss Dempsey , and good wishes extended to the s others. I A word of thanks was given to s Revs. Alalcohn and Ker for their ser- , vices in the religious instruction regu- -, larlv given on Wednesday mornings. v The school had another good friend . in Airs Oliver, whose thoughtfulness i had made it possible for all the Standard children to bo provided with e sweets after the Christmas free yes- : To these ami all tho other kind r* friends of tho school thanks were exI, tended and after tho season’s greetings hail been extended to ono and - all, the proceedings terminated with i. tho National Anthem. * Attendance certificates wore presented to the following:— Infants.- Tula. Harvey, Ron Sopp. e Doom- Anderson. (lloYia Anderson, Jean ( 'louston, lov Robinson. Potty Travers, 1- Aloivvn. Clouston, Clarence Lett,

George Alentor, Ray Watson, Percy Hopkins, Betty Richdale. Standard I.—Owen Holly, Ray Marshall, Thora Clouston, Thora Lett, Jean Mentor. Standard 2? —Joyceu Keown, Constan*ce Packer, Patricia Travers, Winnie Young, Trevor Robinson. Standard 3. Gladys Anderson, Llonia Dacre, June Deacon, Jack Anderson, George Goldsack, Jack Harvey, Win. Alentor, Carl Sopp. Standard 4. —Patricia Benson, Joan Goldsack, Betty Hogg, Alarjorie Alentor, Alurial AfcGonagle, Eric Cotimore, Laude Rohloff, Len Seconi, Jim Wilkins. Form 1. —Dulcie Gibb, June Parkes, Joyce Roderick, Mervyn Gibb, Frank Holly, Tom Howe, George Seconi. Form 2. —Afarie Bogle, Afctty McBeth, Ella Scott, Rolf Aronsen, Jim Barber, Bruce Evetts, George Gerrie, John McKay, Afaurice Parker, Rod Stewart. TAWHERO SCHOOL BREAK UP CEREMONY. The annual “break-up” ceremony of the Tawhero School was held in * the school on Wednesday morning before a largo gathering of parents and friends. Mr. T. S. Russell, chairman of the school committee, presided. After several pleasing items had been presented, tho head master, Mr. W. P. Williams, read the report on the year’s work. The chairman then introduced Air. W. H. Swanger, who, in a bright happy speech, complimented the children on their items, and their delightful grounds. The speaker advised them to mako the most of their school life, which was the happiest days of their lives. After wishing one and all the compliments of the season, Mr. Swanger presented the prizes, certificates and trophies. All pupils in infants and Standard I received a book. “It is my pleasure to present the Tawhero School’s annual report for the year 1933,” said the headmaster, Air. W* F. Williams, in his annual report. “The year has been one of steady work unmarred by sickness, and the attendance has been excellent. Owing to many removals from the district the roll is lower than in former years, but wo trust that better times are ahead and that our numbers will again increase. “The shortage of finance has prevented us from raising any large sum of money for the ground improvements. and the withdrawal of subsidies by the department has been a severe handicap. However, wo have had valuable assistance through tho unemployment scheme, enabling us to maintain our beautiful surroundings. During the year we have had many visitors and some weeks ago we were honoured by a visit from Afr. Hemingway, chairman of the board, ami some of his fellow members. The committee continue to take the same keen interest in school affairs, and we extend our sincere thanks. “Tho children have maintained a keen interest in sport, during the hot season paying regular visits to Ihe Gonville Baths, whore Custodian Anderson gave valued lessons in lifesaving and swimnTing. Already this season some dozen pupils have crossed the baths for the first time. Tho boys played in tho School’s Rugby and Soccer competitions, and the girls in the

basketball. Our teams met with varying success, but win or lose, we enjoyed every game. “The dux of the school is Francis Croom, a boy who has worked solidly all the year, and we congratulate him. We would thank Air. Russell, our chairman, for donating a handsome cup to the Dux. We have come to tho end of another mile post. Alost of tho pupils are going fonvard; some are to remain. To these we would say, ‘Take heart, work solidly in the coming year, and you also will go forward again.’ “I would like to thank the members of my staff for their loyal support during the year. We have been a very happy family and regret that there must be a parting. Unfortunately these times have upset our profession also, and there are many young tcachert seeking permanent employment. Today we have to part with Aliss Veitch and Air. Brown. Both have given faithful service, and we wish them success in tho near future. “We are pleased to have with us to-day Mr. W. H. Swanger. Mr. Swanger is not a stranger to Tawhero School, and now in his retirement from active service we wish him long life and happiness. “In conclusion, I wish to express the teachers’ good wishes to the girls and boys. You have had a hard year; now you have a long holiday. Play hard, then you will come back ready for the hard work in the year 1934.” Tho following is the prize list:— Primer II: Attendance, Eva Abbott. Primer IV: Stuart Glasgow 1, Alan Burgess 2;Shirley Crothcrj 3. Attendance, S. Crothers, E. Hagley, D. Hawkins. A. Afitchell and J. Bidlake. Standard I: Gavin Alunro 1,; Betty Hicks 2; Pauline Gould 3. Attendance, E. Abbott, F. Clark, C. Guy, B. Hicks, N. Holman. Standard 11: Arthur Seeling 1, Barry Crothers 2, Nita Titter 3. Attendance, N. Titter, P. Hagley. Standard Ill: Ernest Gould 1, Elma Glasgow 2, Fay Smith 3. Attendance, G. Cathro, G. Bidlake, G. Barwick, E. Gould. Al. Lovett, G. McFarland, W. Nicholls, K. Stone, R. Williams. E. Glasgow. D. Gould, M. McFarland, P. Munro, F. Smith, E. Young. Standard IV: Raymond Berthold 1, Frank Jeffery 2. Peter Jeffery 3. Aferit, R. Berthold (handwork), B. Smith (knitting), K. Whetton (drawing), R Baker (handwork). Attendance, W. Cameron, A. A. Cann, B. Sherriff, G. Russell, 8. Redit, K. McCartau, F. AlcCartan, F. Jeffery, P. Jeffery, D. Hammond. R. Guy, Al. Goldsbury, V. Gawler. H. Cann, H. Bidlake, R. Baker. Standard V.: Pauline Hawkins J, Myra Healey 2, Newton Baker 3. Merit, P. Hawkins (arithmetic, history, cookery), M. Healey (needlework), N. Baker (carving), Al. Bidlake (handwork), F. Thomas (history). Attendance, Al. Bidlake, F. Thomas, C. Bidlake, Af. Healey, P. Hawkins, AL Smith. Standard VI: Francis Croom Dux, Ronald Gould 2, Bruce Barwick, 3. Merit, F. Croom (science, handwork), R. Gould (reading), Barwick (drawing), J. McFarland (cookery, needlework), J. Gould (cookery, needlework), L. Goldsbury (cookery, needlework). Attendance. B. Barwick, N. Clark, F. Croom, E. Gilbert, R. Lovett, J. Afackie, B. Alorcan, K. Stone, L. Goldsbury, J. McFarland, N. Flanagan. Head Prefect: Boy, Francis Croom; girl, Joan Gould. Swimming Championship: Reg. Lovett; girl, Joan Gould. Athletics Champion: Boy, Ron Reeves; girl, Joan McFarland.

QUEEN’S PARK SCHOOL CLOSING OF THE YEAR Yesterday marked the <closing of the Queen’s Park School for the Christmas holidays, and a presentation of certificates was made in the presence of parents, friends, members of the Education Board and the School Committee. Mr W. Tutty, chairman of the committee, presided, and referred to the great success the school had met with in the year’s work, lie wished the kiddies a happy holiday. Mr J. Aiken congratulated the teachers and staff, and said the children w’ere most well-behaved. Rev. J. Paterson said he was pleased to see the splendid work the school had been doing. He had never forgotten several rules of life he had learnt under a very queer but lovable Irish headmaster, who had taught him and his fellow-pupils to be all friends together, to be loyal to them, and if one could not do a thing himself, to barrack the chap who was doing it. He hoped tho Queen’s Park pupils would look back with affection on their school, and use the privileges in their citizenship properly and proudly. Mr C. W. Liggins, headmaster, then spoke of the progress former pupils of the school had met with, principally at the Intermediate School. Certificates for attendance and for swimming were then distributed by the chairman (Mr Tutty) as follow: Attendance Certificates Primers. —June Muir, Esme Turner, Elizabeth Robb, Noelena Rennie, lan Patterson, Trevor Chant. Standard I—Jean Mat*nab, Dennis Turner, Richard Lammerton, Ivy Mikkleson, Jean Ross, Edna Couchmau, Nervin Granville, James Wakeling. Standard 2.—Douglas Ngan Kce, Arthur Ngan Kee, Marie Wakeling, Saxon Bullock, Helen Lammerton, Len Walker, Randal Hunt, Marjory Foster, Jewel Kaye. Standard 3A. Desmond Bates, Charles Langslow, Joan Ambler, Dorothy Auder, Betty Canty, Peggy Dennant, Ruth Grinstead, Elma Kincade, Joan McElwain, Edna Rusling, Patsy Reid, Jacqueline Walker, Marie Watt. Standard 3B. —Olive Cavell, Evelyn Crawford, Gwen Kendall, Dorothy McDougall, Nola Tarrant, Marjory Fargie, Alistair Rost, Neil Ross, Robert Mann, Jack Green, Noel Capp. Standard 4.—Shirley Clisby, Nellie Dawson, Nancy Gibbard, Marjorie Lucas, Marjorie Mifchell, Shirley Mitchell, Norma Stent, Juan Tutty, Alva Wallace, Elizabeth Wilkie, Dorothy Windelburn, Zelma White, Ken Granvillp, James Pettigrew, Gordon Strachan, William McDougall, Ken Dunlop, Maurice Kearse, Fletcher Hooker, Janies Bullock, Thomas Bristol, Darner Burling, Eric Lett, Arthur Scholefield, Earle Mete Kingi, John Whakarau, Ronald Gilbanks, Cyril Wall, Thomas Withey, James Hay, Glynn Lewis, Mervyn Signal, Alex Wilson, Charles Cox. Swimming Certificates Nellie Dawson, Joyce Tarrant (220 yards); Alva Wallace, Joy Jenkinson, Marjorie Lucas, Jean O’Neill (440 yards); Byrel Birch, Marjorie Mitchell, Juan Tutty, Ula Jones, Olive Shearer, Patricia Paul, Zelma White, Dorothy Windelburn, Joan Byres, Eric Carter. Prizes won at the recent show were also presented, w’hile Patty Watt received the champion cup for the most points won during the year in swimming. The function concluded with cheers for the teachers by the pupils. WAVERLEY SCHOOL END OF YEAR CONCERT I ~ Pupils of tho Waverley School marked the close of the school year with a splendid concert on Tuesday evening in the Town Hall, when there was a large attendance of parents, friends and the public, even standing room being taxed. The programme showed that great care had been given in the training of the pupils, who were responsible for every item. At the close of the programme, prizes were distributed by tiie chairman of the school committee, who complimented teachers and pupils on tho splendid year’s work. Commencing with two choruses by the whole school, “A Merry Christmas to You AH’’ and “The Sounds of the Singing School,” the programme continued with songs and recitations by the infants’ classes, captivating their audience with their individuality. Some of the junior girls next delighted with folk dancing, ‘'The Merry ruilkmaid,’ this folk dance, as the several others which followed, being one of the most enjoyable items. Cluu swinging by the senior girls was applauded and was a very effective item. Dumb-bell drill by the J senior boys, and “if All the World were Paper,” another folk dance by tho junior girls, were given following action songs by the imants. Another couplet of choruses, entitled “Will Ye No Coma Back Again” and “Goodnight” was followed by an historical piay, in which the performers were excellent. Popular songs inter spersed made the play most enjoyable. Those taking part were King (K. Huff), Queen (M. Berridge), Cardinal (K. Bridson), Christopher Columbus (J. Middled)tch), Page (J. Janies) and chorus of criminals and sailors, 'the play depicted tho setting out and the discovery by Columbus. Lastly, “The Magic Wood” was a cantata by the senior pupils, in which the naughtiness of boys in spoiling the girls’ picnic was punished by the lairies, who wove a spell to make the boys’ hands stick in their pockets. This wus very well done, and the acting of both boys and girls was very praiseworthy. Prizes distributed were as follow: Dux (medals donated by Messrs. Bromiley and Dalrymple) : —Girls: Joan Hair. Boys: Keith I'rout. Good Conduct (voted for by children prizes donated by members of the school committee). —Girls: Margaret Holmes, Joan Fowler. Boys: bam i’ai rick, Vivian Oakenfull. Class Prizes. —Standard VIJ.: Lorna Gillard, Margaret Holmes. Standard VI.: Sybil Knapp, Phyllis McGorrerv. Vivian Oakenfull. Standard V.: Irene Watty, Joan Southconibe, Ron Sutherland. Standard IV.: Margaret Williams, Kathleen Stuart. Standard HL: Marjorie Elmslie, Ewen Lupton, Margaret Sutherland, Roe Newland. Standard IL: Phyllis Haycock, Merle Ilegin-

botham. Standard I.: Matilda Wall, Halston Hawkes. Tennis. —Girls: Margaret Holmes. Boys: John Dickie. Sewing (prizes donated by friends of the school). —Standard VII.: Margaret Holmes, Hettie Watty. Standard VI.: Joan Fowler, Joan Hair. Standard V.: Gwen Watty, Dorothy Dickie, Jessie McAdams, Irene Watt}. Standard IV.. Ellen Jane, Mary Stewart, Eunice Marriott, Thelma Knapp. Standard Ill.: Adaline Aiken, Daphne Walker. Stand aid II.: Jean Boyne, Marjorie Luptoi. Volunteers who have helped to keep School and Ground. —Jessie McAdams, Derek Morrison, Keith Stewart, James Aiken, William Jane. Sold most Tickets for Concert. —Lyn Tennent, Margaret Alexander, Molly Walker. Sold most Tickets for Cak3.—Margaret Holmes. Proficiency Certificates.— Margaret Boyer, Margaret Cowie, Joan Fowler, Joan Hair, Joyce Hill, Sybil Knapp, Eslpeth McArthur, Phyllis McGorre: }, Ngaire Paddison, William Howell, Alec Middleton, Vivian Oakenfull, Sam Patrick, Keith Prout, Leo Wytkin. Competency: Norris Heginbotham and Bob Stewart. RAPANUI SCHOOL FUNCTION ON TUESDAY The annual prize-giving of the Rapanui School was held in the Rapanui Hall on the afternoon of Tuesday. A very pleasant afternoon was spent by parents, old pupils, pupils and friends of the school. During the afternoon the pupils rendered several songs and recitations. The dancing of Miss Eva Matthews, of Wanganui, who assisted with the programme was greatly enjoyed. The prizes were distributed by Canon Williams, of Wanganui, who has always shown a keen interest in the welfare of the children of this district. The chairman of the committee, Mr. W. G. Cooper, welcomed all present and thanked those who had contributed so generously towards the prize fund. In welcoming Mr. D. G. Flower, who has recently taken charge of the school, he mentioned the very keen interest of this teacher in all branches of the schools’ activities. He referred particularly to the pleasing appearance of the school grounds. Mr. Flower briefly outlined the work of the school during the last term and thanked the committee and parents for their willing co-operation. After the distribution of prizes a delicious afternoon tea was served by the ladies. The following is the prize list:— Primers: Peter Winks, Tommy Davison. Standard I.: Eric Davison, Isabelle McNie, Audrey Cooper. Standard II.: Nola May, Frank Enderby, David Burnet. Standard III.: Joan Brown, Douglas McNie, Leslie McNie. Standard XV.: Edith Davison, Barbara McNie, Douglas Winks. Standard V.: Alan Burnet. Standard VI.: Proficiency, Pat Brown. Attendance Prizes: Pat Brown, Alan Burnet, Edith Davison, Joan Brown, Leslie McNie, David Burnet. Conduct prizes: Majorie Bland, Colin Burnet, Jack Adams. Special for Progress: Nola May. Mrs. Moffatt’s Special Conduct and General Helpfulness: Joan Brown. Mr. Cooper’s Special, Interest in School and Environment: Girl, Barbara McNie; boy, Douglas Winks. MARIST BROTHERS’ SCHOOL THE PRIZE GIVING At the Marist Brothers’ School the prizes were presented by the Rev. Father Hoare, S.M., parish priest. Also present were Mr. J. Crowley, president of Marist Brothers’ Old Boys Rugby Club, Mrs. J. Crowley, Mr. J. Sheridan, secretary of Marist Football Club, Messrs Vodanovich (president), McWilliams and Morgan of the Hibernian Society. In the school report it was mentioned that three boys had entered the Marist Brothers’ Preparatory Training College during the year. Denis Feeney was successful in winning a four years’ scholarship at St. Patrick’s College, Silverstream. Thirty proficiency and four competency certificates had been obtained, while on the field of sport the year had been ono of the most successful since tho opening of the school in 1894. The Brothers and boys wish to thank the donors of prizes and all other kind friends of the school and unite in wishing them al] the compliments of the season. Prizo List. The prizo list was us follows: Christian Doctrine (prize presented by Rec. Father Hoare, S.M. : James W. Kenny. Dux of School (gold modal presented by Mr. W. McTubbs): Denis Feeney, 1295 marks. Good conduct (prize presented by the Marist Brothers): Bernard Farrell, 16 votes. Hibernian Essay (gold medal presented by H.A.C.8.5.): Denis Feeney. Dux of Form lib. (prize presented by Messrs. J. Williams and Co., jewellers): David Moriarty, 1,222 marks. Most improved Footballer (trophy presented by Detective Walsh): David Killalea. 2nd. Aggregate Form 11.: Ray Austin, .1214 marks. Prize presented by Mr. J. Carmody for boy selling most concert tickets: T. Price,