GISBORNE.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XLV, Issue 23, 7 December 1910, Page 65

GISBORNE.

December 2. The Rowing Season. The official opening of the rowing season in Gisborne took place yesterday (Thursday), the day being exceptionally fine. The river was crowded with craft of every description, from motor launches down to paddle boxes made to accommodate only a very small boy. The river bank, lawns and terraces, which are exceedingly green and pretty just now, were crowded with spectators, as was also the bridge, a good vantage place for those interested in the many races. Mr. Pettie (the Acting-Mayor) in a short speech declared the season open, Mr. Miller directing the procession on the river. Personal. The Misses Barker (2), who have been staying in Okoire, returned on Wednesday. Miss Fergusson also returned. Misses E. and B. Barker went North on Wednesday morning. Mr. P. Sparkes returned to Gisborne from Auckland on Wednesday. Capt. Reany (Napier) is visiting Gisborne. Capt. Lidstone, of the Nerehana, at present in the bay, is also visiting Gisborne. Miss Nolan, who has been visiting friends in Christchurch for some months, returned on Saturday, Mr., Mrs., and Miss H. Nolan going North the same day. Mr. and Mrs. Branson (Waimata) are spending a few days in town. Mr. Roy Campbell Thomson, who has just arrived from England, is on a visit to his parents (Mr. and Mrs. CampbellThomson ). Miss Monckton left for Hawke’s Bay on Wednesday.

ELSA.