DISTRICT NEWS

Waikato Times, Volume 94, Issue 14776, 15 October 1921, Page 3

DISTRICT NEWS

TE KOWHAI. The Weather. In common with other parts of the Waikato, To Kowhai had its share of the week-end thunderstorm. The telephones were the greatest sufferers, no fewer than four being- put out of action by the electric disturbances which fused the wires and in several 'n • stances blackened the wall and paper. Football Match. The football match on Saturday was marred by shocking weather, the later balf being played in a heavy downpour. Few spectators had the temerity to venture out and the resultant proceeds will not visibly swell the Rugby Princess' total. Otherwise th-3 game was very enjoyable, the team from Hamilton proving too much for our local players and winning by 11 points to fi. The Creamery. The supply of milk for butter-fa r . and casein is rapidly increasing and has now reached '2OOO gallons per day. The work is now admittedly too much for one man, and Mr Wright is to I>J supplied with an assistant at an early date. Valedictory Social. A very large crowd, comprising representatives from practically every family in (.he district, assembled in the hall on Wednesday evening to bid fare- | well to Mr and Mrs T. Nicol and family, I who, having sold their farm, are taking ! up their residence in Claudclands. The function look the form of a euchre j parly and dance. Mr C. A. Magner presented the trophies In the winners—- | men's prize, X. Cotter; lady's prize, ! Miss Madge Nicol; consolation prizes, F. Corboy and Mrs Handley. . Mi' R. Gillespie spoke of Hie esteem in which Iheir guests were held, [he regret at their departure and the districl's appreciation of the interest, taken and work done in all local affairs. As a small token of remembrance he asked Ihem lo accept: Mrs Nicol a handsome Doultonware salad bowl, Mi' Nicol a brief bag, and Misses Jean and Madge Nicol a silver candlestick each, wishing thern health, prosperity and happiness in their new district. A further presentation lo Mr T. Nicol of a Locwc pipe was made by Mr .1. Malhers on behalf of the members of the lor:il football club. Mr Nicol'briefly responded, expressing his regret at leaving so many goodfriends, and thanking the donors for Iheir handsome gifts. Mr .1. Collie was master of ceremonies for the dance, excellent music for which was supplied by Mrs Ciiynan and Mr 1.. .lones. Miss Henderson sunt; Iwo songs', and Mr C A. Magner gave several reej. talions. which considerably enhanced I lie pleasure of [he evening,