New Plymouth

New Zealand Tablet, 27 November 1919, Page 18

New Plymouth

(From our own correspondent.)

November 21.

The devotions of the Forty Hours’ Adoration were commenced at St. Joseph’s Church on Sunday, November 16. Rev. Father Moore, of Whangamomona, preached the occasional sermon on Monday evening. The- attendance throughout was very creditable, and large numbers approached the Sacraments.

A very pleasing little “folks” dance was held at the Rolland Hall on Friday, November 14, in aid of Miss Elsa "Whittle’s queen candidature (Hibernian Queen). Many of the children were in fancy dress and looked very pretty. The prize for the best girls’ fancy dress was awarded to Miss George as “Belgium,” while Master Raymond Whitehead as “Cowboy” secured the boys’ prize. A very pleasant evening was spent with dancing and games. Mr. J. Parker very ably provided the music, while Air. E. Whittle acted as M.C.

The girls of the “Avoca” stall in connection with the February bazaar held a very enjoyable “afternoon” at the Rolland Hall on Thursday, November 20. A short musical programme was given by Miss Smith, Misses' Tui and Elsa Whittle, Miss G. Hurley and Mr. Parker. Miss R. Whittle conducted a fishing pond, for the children, Miss G. Hurley a novelty stall. Miss Dolly Barry soft drinks and ice creams, Miss Healy flower stall, Misses Healy and Bowler sweets stall. Mrs. Nolan, Misses Hurley, Penman, Jury, and Balby afternoon tea. During the afternoon a number of guessing competitions were held, which helped to swell the proceeds of the well-arranged function.

The Tug-of-war Committee are holding ,a social and dance at Bell Block on Friday, "November 21, to further the interests of their queen candidate. Miss Scott.