GISBORNE.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XLI, Issue 21, 18 November 1908, Page 65

GISBORNE.

Dear Bre, , November 13. THE KAITI TENNIS AND CROQUET CLUB had a beautiful afternoon for the opening of their season, which took place on Saturday last, and a great number of members and guests were present. The new pavilion recently built is a great acquisition to the club, and being so conveniently fitted up with a cold shower, gas, ete., should prove a boou to both players and those giving afternoon tea. The lawns were in splendid order, and some good games were played. Delicious afternoon teu was provided by the lady members of the club, the tables being tastefully decorated with flowers and ferns. PERSONAL ITEMS. A team of tennis players, including Messrs. W. J. Barlow, Colthart, W. L. Coleman, Evans, R. Willock, and Blackburne. Mesdames Carmichael, Barlow, and Miss de Latour, left on Sunday evening to play the Dannevirke and Hastings teams. Mr and Mrs MeGovern left for Auckland by the TarawCra on Wednesday last. Mrs E. B. Buckridge is visiting friends in Gisborne, and is at present the guest of. Mrs A. W. Rees. Messrs. Barker and de Latour left for Auckland on Wednesday by the Tarawera. Miss Hoadley, who has been staying in Gisborne, left, for Napie.r by the Alokoia on Wednesday evening. Miss Alabel Schumacher left by the Alokoia for her home in Lyttelton after having spent some weeks with her brother and sister in Gisborne. Aliss AL Williamson returned on Wednesday, having had a very pleasant trip to Australia.

ELSA.