DIOCESE OF DUNEDIN

New Zealand Tablet, 18 November 1920, Page 27

DIOCESE OF DUNEDIN

At the recent distribution of medals and certificates in connection with Trinity College, London, Roberta Simpson (daughter of Mr. J. 13. Simpson, York Place , Dunedin), and a pupil of St. Dominic’s College, was awarded the gold medal for 'he highest marks in the Senior. Theoretical Examination. 1 Preparations are now well in hand for the celebration of the Dominican Nuns’ Golden Jubilee. The committee have been fortunate in securing the Art Gallery on Cup Night for the re-union social; Dates of the different functions are now set out on the circulai. Ihe committee earnestly request all old pupils who have not received a circular to send in their names to the secretary, c/o. St. Dominic’s, Dunedin. Word was received in Dunedin during the week of the death at Head ford, Co. Galway, Ireland, of the mother of Very Rev. Father P. Murphy (pastor of Riverton), who is at present on a visit to the Homeland. •• Ihe prayers of the many friends of Father Murphy will be offered for the repose of tie soul of the deceased lady, and deep sympathy extended to himself in his bereavement.—rß.l.P. At a numerously attended meeting of laymen representing the Cathedral and St. Patrick’s (South Dunedin) parishes, held at St. Joseph’s Hall on last Sunday evening, initial arrangements were made for extending a worthy reception "to the Right Rev. Dr. Whyte and visiting prelates on the occasion of the consecration ol the former as Bishop of Dunedin, and of the Right Rev. Dr. Liston as Coadjutor-Bishop of Auckland. Very Rev. Father Coffey, Adm., received a cable message last week from Brooklyn, U.S.A., announcing the death of the Rev. Father Edward Donnelly, formerly of the diocese of Dunedin. At St. Joseph’s Cathedral on Monday morning, Solemn Requiem Mass wai offered for the repose of the soul of the deceased priest. Rev. Father Silk was celebrant ; Rev. Father Delany, deacon ; Rev. Father Marlow, subdeacon; and Very Rev. Father Colley, Adm,, master of ceremonies. The incidental music was rendered by the Dominican Nuns’ Choir.—R. I. P.

Friends and well-wishers of the institution are reminded of the “afternoon” to he held next Saturday at St. Vincent de Paul’s Orphanage, South Dunedin. The object of the function is to help the Sisters in charge over the next few difficult months. The children will give an entertainment, and it will be an opportunity for patrons to inspect the beautiful building, and to see at first hand the work of our devoted Sisters of Mercy. There will be no charge for admission, but all are asked to bring a gift of jam, honey, syrup or anything else suitable, and helpful to the little ones. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY. ST. PATRICK’S CONFERENCE, SOUTH DUNEDIN. The annual meeting of St. Patrick’s Conference of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, South Dunedin, was held on Tuesday evening. Rev. Father Delany (spiritual director) presided, and there was a large attendance of members. The annual report read by the secretary (Miss K. Reidy) stated that twelve sewing meetings had been held during the past year, with an average attendance of eight workers. Much good work was shown to have been done by the members in visiting the poor-and sick in their own homes, also the Benevolent Institution. The usual donation of fruit, sweets, etc., was sent to the St. Vincent de Paul Orphanage on the occasion of the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul. During the year 120 new and second-hand articles of clothing were distributed, also 12 pairs of new boots, 68 orders for groceries, and 40 for wood and coal. Apart from the recognised duties of the society, the members provided breakfast for about 60 children who received their First Holy Communion on All’

Saints’ Day. The Conference return sincere thanks to all who have, "in any way, assisted it during the y%ar, and records special thanks to the Blakely Trust for a generous donation to the society’s funds. The statement ■of accounts shows receipts amounting to £ll7 3s Bd, which includes balance forward, £33 19s lid ; subscriptions, £35 Is fid; collection, £2l 2s; and donations (including grant from the Blakely Trust), £27. The expenditure shows an outlay amounting to £ll6 2s, disbursed as follows:—Groceries, £3B 10s; boots, £l2; coal, £2B 15s; drapery, £2l: and sundries, £ls 17s : leaving a balance in hand of £1 Is Bd. After the adoption of the report and balance-sheet, Rev. Father Delany commented in appreciative terms on the splendid work being done by the conference, and spoke interestingly of the many acts of charity and social uplift, which came within the scope of the society. Following are the office-bearers for the ensuing year:—President, Mrs. J. J. Marlow ; vicc-prftidents, Mrs. W. Lennon, and Mrs. J. Nelson : treasurer, Mrs. M. J. Hade; secretary. Miss K. Reidy; wardrobe keepers, Misses M. Alullin and Lay burn : buyers, Mrs. C. Alullin and Miss Carr.

CHRISTIAN BROTHERS’ SCHOOL BOXING TOURNAMENT. The boxing class of the Christian Brothers, Dunedin, held its annual boxing tournament on Friday and Saturday evenings last. Notwithstanding the inclemency of the weal her, the school hall was well filled on both evenings, the bouts being watched with evident interest by those present. Messrs. Gillies, Patterson, Gawne, Saunders, and Marshall represented the 0.D.A., Mr. J. Ivilmartin acted as referee, and Messrs. Finnerty, 1 Saunders and Fyfe seconds. At the close of the bout between MeKendry and McCarten, the referee said he had never seen a better amateur exhibition of boxing than that given by the two boys. Mr. A. Goodman, instructor of the class, was highly complimented by several speakers. The semi-finals and finals will be held He first weak in December, under the auspices and management of the 0.8. A. Rev. Fathers D. O’Neill, Ardagh, and Marlow were amongst the audience. The results were as follows:-Middleweight (under 10sfc. Tibs.): First. Round—G. Clark lost to J. Stanton : A. Todd lost to 1.. Field: R. O’Connell lost to AT. Crowley: A. Lister lost to S. Fox: A. Longhman lost to A. Jlendren. Second Round— Stanton lost to S. Fox: L. Field lost to G. llendren; AT. Crowley a bye. Lightweight (under 9st. Tibs.): In the final rounds I. O’Neill. J. Thompson, M. Williams, and M. Wakelin won their bouts. On Friday evening W. McCormack drew with Williams, but on Saturday after a close fight M. Williams got the decision in bis favor. Featherweight (under fist.) : N. Culling, L. AlcKcndry, and T. McCarten were the winners of the final round. Bantamweight (under Bst. Tibs.); Winners of the final round were. —N. Waterston, F. Lemon, B. Cartel - , and F. Colnmb. Flyweight (under fist. Mb;). Final Bound— O’Conner. ,1. Paterson, T. Cummings, and C. 'Bulloch. Midgets: Final Round- W. McAlovcy, R. St an a way, F. Fosier, and ,1. Airey.

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