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Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 79, Issue 139, 13 June 1936, Page 12

My Dear Children, — Our first duty to-day, dears, is to ask “Daddy's Chum and “Little Indian Maid” to accept our deep sympathy in the loss of their dear daddy. I am ever so sorry to hear such sad news and, I hope the kindly hand of the Father on High will soothe their aching hearts. “Little Con.” ever so many thanks for telling me, for 1 do like to know how our clan fares, whether singly or collectively. It makes me feel that even although we never may know each other personally, that I am very close to you all ami enjoy your confidences. Let me see now, 1 think I have something encouraging re , our Wendy Hut concerts that were recently suggested. Our “Aunty’s Pal.” now of Rapanui, says that the concerts would be a great idea. She and “Skallyway Kid” both play mouthorgans, and I am sure there are others among our Rapanui clan who can perform in other -ways. I would like to hear from others in Rapanui and, who knows, but we may be able to hold our first concert in that district. I think it would be an immense success, and also an honour to be the originators of the very first Wendy Hut concert. Let me say a word or two about this splendid idea while I am upon the subject. No doubt many of our districts would like to organise these jolly events, but feel there might be somedifficulties in the way, but I ean assure you there will be none whatever if you place your confidence in our “Grandaddy Jim’s” ability. He has every confidence in you and also much talent to assist him, together with yourselves, in holding such concerts. Do not be afraid to write to him should you desire to arrange a concert in your district under the auspices of our Hut. He will supply you with all details and information yon require to organise your concert. Our ranks are continually swelling, as you will see by the new enrolments this week, and I’ve a tremendous surprise waiting for you next Letterland Day. Someone, who left us years ago, has returned, and will be with us. once more to participate in our game of Make-believe. Who it is you will never guess, and were I to tell you. would but spoil your surprise. so 1 have agreed to rem aid as silent as the proverbial oyster, and allow our old-time member to greet you in his own characteristic way. Well, my cherubs, time races on, and space, too. is as precious as the hours of winter sunshine, so I will send you all my fondest love and kisses, from your affectionate,