HUNTERVILLE NEWS

Wanganui Chronicle, 20 December 1950, Page 3

HUNTERVILLE NEWS

OTAIRI SCHOOL BREAK-UP HUNTERVILLE, Last Night (0.C.) —The Otairi School break-up which took the form of a concert and fancy dress dance was held at Braemore last week. The items presented by the school children were as follows: Plav. “The Magic Bell,” by Susan Duncan and Elaine Coleman; play, “Mild Cheese,” by Stds. 1 and 2; a choral item, “On Richmond Hill,” by Stds. 4 and 5; poem, “The Pig With the Curly Tail,” by Stds. 1 and 2; a puppet play entitled “Hansel and Gretal,” in which the characters were manipulated by Patty McNaught, Susan Duncan, Elaine Coleman and Michael Hammond, was very well received. Folk dancing by the Otairi and visiting children was much enjoyed and the many and varied fancy dresses made a pretty display. The prizes were presented by Mr. E. H. Duncan. Elaine Coleman received the prize for the highest marks in the school and Andrew Ross (ag-ed 5) received a prize for ability at asking questions. Parents then took the floor and a programme of popular dances was enjoyed- by all. Mr. I. McNaught acted as M.C. Music was provided by Messrs K. Hindman and A. H. Sextus and the Wills sisters gave a vocal trio. RATAITI SCHOOL BREAK-UP A special feature of the Rataiti School break-up which was held last Thursday afternoon was a poem composed and recited by Joan Wilton of Form 11. It is as follows: SPRING Spring is here again once more, Ana winter snow begins to thaw. Birds are seeking in the trees Places for nests where no one sees. A Robin Redbreast has found a boot, And a rabbit a hole in an old root. The larks fly up into the light, blue sky To tell the world that spring is nigh. Little lambs play in the sun, They skip about and then they run; Among the rushes tall they hide And watch the farmers as by they ride. Because the spring is here at last, And the long, cold winter days are past. A programme of songs, recitations, carols and plays was given by the children and there was a good attendance of parents and friends. The prizes were presented by Mrs. V. Harley. RATA-PUTORINO W.DJF.F. Mrs. J. Cameron presided over a good attendance of members for the Christmas meeting of the Rata-Puto-rino branch of the W.D.F.F. The ordinary business was quickly dealt with and Mrs. C. F. Scott-Maundrell gave a report on the recent provincial meeting at Palmerston North. Arrangements were finalised for a children’s picnics to be held at the Putorina School on the first Thursday in February. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses, Mesdames N. Signal and J. Gibbs, after which members exchanged Christmas gifts. Competitions resulted as follows.Best bloom. Mrs. D. Smith 1, Mrs. J. Gibbs and Mrs. N. Signal (equal), Mrs. F. Haywood and Mrs. A. Deihl 3 (equal); best decorated kitchen utensil (in floral work), Mrs. D. Smith 1, Mrs. C. Peterson and Mrs. N. Signal 2 (equal), Mrs... C. F. ScottMaundrell and Mrs. A. Diehl 3 (equal); novelty in felt, Mrs. I. McDonald 1, Mrs. D. Smith and Mrs. N. Signal 2 (equal). The president wished all members the season’s greetings. CORONATION PLATES LOST To commerorate the coronation of King George VI. and Queen Elizabeth two silver beech trees were planted on opposite corners of Paraekaretu and Pruce Streets. A silver plate with an appropriate inscription was placed at each tree These two plates, however, went missing some years ago, but one was discovered recently lying safely in a cupboard where it had apparently been for some time. This has now been set in a suitable concrete block and placed at the foot of the tree near the Masonic Hall. If anyone is able to give information that would bring to light the other plate, which has Queen Elizabeth’s name inscribed on it, it would be greatly appreciated, as it is hoped to set that one in concrete too. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of the plate is asked to ring the town clerk. Hunterville. SACRED CONCERT A programme of sacred music appropriate to the Christmas season will be presented by the combined choirs of the Anglican and Presbyterian churches in the Hunterville Town Hall on Christmas Eve, Sunday next, -at 8.15 D.m. There will be no charge for admission but a collection will be taken up, which is to be devoted to the mission funds of both the churches. Those attending the concert, and it is expected that it will be widely patronised, are assured of a first-class programme OHINGAITI GUN CLUB The Ohingaiti Gun Club held its Christmas shoot over the week-tnd in favourable weather. The results were as under: — Five-bird Eye-opener: There were nine possibles; L. Thomasen, J. Crabb. C C. McDonald, F. J. Ireland, D. Cragb, D. Missen, G. O’Leary, R. Craig and N. Dornbusch. Trophy donated by T. Brunton: D. Missen 1, I. Bruce 2, C. C. McDonald 3. Trophy donated by Mrs. G. Grey (Marton): L. Thomasen 1, L: Maher 2, D. Missen 3. Trophy donated by Mr. G. Grey (Marton): J. B. Thomasen 1, R. J. Goodwin 2. 1. Brice 3. Trophy donated by Mr. R. Craig: J. B. Thomasen 1, G. O’Leary 2. R. Craig 3. Trophy donated by Mr. I. Brice: R. J. Goodwin 1, N. Crabb 2, J. McNab 3. Trophy donated by Mrs. A. Dalziell: L. Thomasen 1, M. Maher Jun. 2, J. B. Thomasen 3. Trophy donated by Mr. L. Thomasen: J. B. Thomasen 1, D. Crabb 2, R. Craig 3. Trophy donated b.y Mr. J. B. Thomasen: D. Missen 1, L. Maher 2, R. Craig 3. Four geese donated by Messrs. N. Crabb and R. Maher: D. Crabb 1, N. Crabb 2, L. Thomasen 3, C. C. McDonald 4. First miss out was won by D. Missen. SWIMMING CLUB’S DANCE Th» Hunterville Swimming Club’s dance which was held in the Scots’ Hall last Friday night, proved one of the best attended and gayest functions of the season. The hall was tastefully decorated for the occasion, which was the work of the very energetic social committee. A waltzing competition was won by Mrs. R. Haliburton and partner. The dance proved so popular that the club intends to hold one of a similar nature in the near future. A raffle for a hanging mirror was won by Mr. Peter Shire. Music for the dancing was supplied by Sam Potaka’s Band and the M.C.’s were Mr. Jack Hallwood and Mr. D. , Crossam