NELSON.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXVIII, Issue II, 11 January 1902, Page 86

NELSON.

Dear Bee, December 28. The weather has been beautifully fine for the Christmas holidays, and from all accounts everyone has spent a thoroughly enjoyable time. On Christmas Eve the principal streets in the city presented a gay and animated appearance, there being numbers of people everywhere. The children were particularly happy, their favourite toy being the “squeaker,"’ which certainly gives forth plenty of sound, though little can be said in favour of its quality. On Christmas Day service were held at the principal churches. The Cathedral was beautifully decorated with ferns and other foliage, and white flowers. The service in the morning was full choral, the Rev. J. P. Kempthorne officiated, and preached the sermon. In the evening a carol service was held, which was largely attended. Carols and choruses were sung by the choir, and soli and recitatives were rendered from “The Messiah" by Misses Harley. Hanby, Mae-

kay, Mrs J. Shields, the Rev. J. P. Kempt home, and Mr Magmnity, Mr G. F. Naylor presided at the organ. A musical recital was held on Christxntss night at St. John's \Mtsleyap Church, which was also well attended. Several organ soli were played by Miss Nina Moore. The other soloists were: Mrs Snodgrass. Miss Greenen, Miss Nelson. Mr A. P. Lucas, and Herr J. Lemmer. On Boxing Day the eity was very quiet, but military sports were held at Motueka. and an athletic carnival at Wakefield, which attracted large numbers of people. Picnic parties were also very numerous at all the usual pleasure resorts.

PHYLLIS.