PICTON.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XLVII, Issue 5, 31 January 1912, Page 67

PICTON.

January 25. Picnics. Are still the ruling pleasure of Picton people, excepting fishing, and both combined induce a cheerful and happy community. Fish and fish stories are always interesting, and make up a good subject of conversation, especially when a big fish carries away one’s line, or the fisher is eaught by an awkward cast of the hook. An enjoyable outing was arranged yesterday for Mrs and Miss Skinner, of Blenheim. The launch left the party at Kairiparipa, and called in for them on the return. Among those present were: Mesdames Stocker (2)j Skinner, Philpotts, Vickers, Scott, and Misses Seymour, Stocker, and Skinner. Rowing. A uarty of Picton enthusiasts interested in rowing intend to motor South to attend the championship regatta at Lake Waihola. Much interest is taken here in the doings of the local club, and strong crews will be sent South to compete in the great event. Personal. Mrs Gibson-Smith and daughter, of Wellington, Miss Higgins, Mrs and Mr Bowron, Mr Brooks and Mr Barcleat, are staying at Waitohi House. Miss Moodie, Miss Hindle, Miss Rendell, and Miss Lingard, Auckland, are also at Waitohi House. Mrs and Miss O’Hara Smith, Richmond. Nelson, spent a holiday here, staying at Waitohi House. " ■ ’’’ Mr and Mrs R. Bell and family, of Blenheim, are staying at Waitohi House. Miss Allen left for Wairere last week. Miss B. B. Stuart, of “Braeside,” is enjoying a holiday’in the North Island. The Misses Murray, who have been visiting Mrs Healy, have returned to Auckland. Miss Belle Allen is staying with Mr and Mrs Arthur Chaytor, while attending the Summer School now being held for teachers in Blenheim. Mrs G. Rutherfurd returned to “Wairere” via Wellington to-day. Mrs and Miss E. M. Allen accompanied Mrs Rutherfurd as far as Wellington. BELLE.