Temuka

New Zealand Tablet, 2 December 1920, Page 22

Temuka

(From our own correspondent.) November 29. The closing meeting of the social committee was held recently, when the balance sheet, presented by the secretary, showed that the 13 socials held during the winter months, realised the splendid total of £lO3 9s 11, which, after deducting expenses (.£ls) left a credit balance of £BB 9s lid. The debt on the hall has now been liquidated and about £-15 given to the parish funds. The Rev. chairman (Father Hoare, S.AL), congratulated the committee on the success of their efforts, and made special mention of the good work done by the ladies’ committee, who had charge of the refreshments. The pupils of the Kerry!own School, assisted by outside friends, gave a most enjoyable concert in the schoolroom on Thursday evening. November 25. The building was crowded, and practically the whole school contributed to the programme, which, as a test of elocution and music for the children, showed that they have profited from the work of the teachers. The first port of the entertainment. consisting of varied and most acceptable items, was brightly given by the pupils- of the school. The second part was contributed by visiting artists, well rendered songs being given by Miss Tansey and Miss Sngrne and the Rev. Father Moloney. A musical monologue, clever and sparkling, was given by Afr. IT. Gnrson. whose accompaniment was tastefully played by Miss I’. Geaney. An orchestra, led by Air. T\, Klara, and consisting of the Misses Dennehy (2), Alnrphy (2). and Air. Latimer, placed with vigor and artistry two much-enjoyed selections. The committee were fortunate in securing the services of a conjurer and Eastern mystery artist of exceptional ability, who voluntarily forewent his usual fee to help the .school. He certainly mystified his audience, and kept them for some 20 minutes in high good humor. Of the children’s items no repeats were allowed, hut the visiting artists had all to respond. The accompaniments were played by AMs. Lynch.