OKAUIA.

Waikato Times, Volume 113, Issue 18927, 22 April 1933, Page 8

OKAUIA.

The Weather. The weather has been fine for the holidays, although slight southerly winds prevailing at times have been rather detrimental to the growth of grass. There still appears abundance of feed. Church Matters. The vicar, Rev. J. W. Burley, is now taking the Anglican service every fourth Sunday in the month. The Okauia ladies are forming a branch of the Anglican .Ladies Sewing Guild and hope to show a good display at the end of the year. Horse Gored By Bull. Mr Brooks had the misfortune to lose a horse which was gored by a bull In his stockyard. Hot Springs Popular. The hot springs here appear to be becoming more popular yearly and during the Easter holiday campers were more in evidence than in previous years, and all were loud In praise of the bathing facilities afforded, and the general environment for a holiday. The Walhi Federal Band, who were competing in the contest at Hamilton, Journeyed to the Opal Springs on Sunday and their musical renderings were much appreciated by the large number present. Personal. „ Mr and Mrs C. McCartney, -of Auckland, were the guests of Mr and Mrs M. J. Wooderson, for the Easter vacation. Atrs E. C. McCormack, who recently underwent an operation, is progressing. favourably. Mr 11. Marshall is recuperating in Auckland. Mrs E. Brindle, who had been in hospital for a period, lias returned home and is making steady progress towards recovery. Mrs E. Breda, of Auckland is the guest of Mr and Mrs F. Underwood. Miss M. Brindle is spending a few days in the To Awamutu district. Mrs Carl Williamson, of Auckland, was the guest of Mrs M. Were over the holidays. Mr and Mrs R. Pearce, of Remuera, and Miss M. Murrey, of Auckland, are the guests of Mr and Mrs A. .T. Carter. Mr and Mrs N. East, of Matahuru, were the guests of Mr and Mrs W. 11. Barton for a few days.