DIOCESE OF DUNEDIN

New Zealand Tablet, 26 May 1921, Page 27

DIOCESE OF DUNEDIN

A meeting to form a branch of the Self-Determination for Ireland League of New Zealand was held this week at the North-east Valley. Rev. Father Kaveney presided, and fully explained the object in view. It was decided to form a branch of the League in the district, much enthusiasm being shown in the movement. Office-bearers were appointed as follows:President, J. Harris; secretary, D. M. Beard; treasurer, W. E. Metcalfe; committee —Mrs. Harris, Misses Murphy and Carter, Messrs. P. Casey, P. Walsh, T. J. Brown, P. O’Connor, P. Byrne, J. Donlan, J. Hungerford, J. Ryan, and E. O’Connor. A large number were immediately enrolled in the League, and a good sum towards the funds was subscribed. A progressive euchre party, organised by St. Joseph’s Ladies’ Club, was held in St. Joseph’s Hall on Wednesday evening last. There was a good attendance. The prizewinners were Miss K. Airey and Mr. Robinson. The musical programme proved most enjoyable. On last Sunday afternoon Rev. Father Silk addressed a meeting in St. Patrick’s School, South Dunedin, on the justice of Ireland’s claims to self-determination, stating the case for Ireland eloquently and logically. At the conclusion', of the address a branch of the Self-Determination for Ireland; League of New Zealand was formed, and the enthusiasm shown in the movement indicates that South Dunedin will do its full share towards the object for which the League stands. At St. Joseph’s Hall, Rattray Street, on next Monday evening the annual Irish concert, in commemoration of the anniversary of Thomas Moore, will be given by St. Joseph’s Glee Club. For the past three years the members of the club,have adopted this celebration as their own, and have; provided a rare treat to lovers of the national

melodies. Assiduous practice and great enthusiasm ’ in their task have enabled the members of the club to attain a high standard of efficiency,'/and thus the audience (which is anticipated to be a crowded one) bn Monday night. will have submitted a programme embracing the gems of Moore’s compositions, and the success which has on other occasions attended the club’s efforts will no doubt be equalled and even excelled. - Oamaru (From our own coriespondent.) May 22. On Thursday last a branch of the Self-Determination for Ireland League of New Zealand was formed here. The Rev. Dr. Kelly addressed the meeting and gave a very interesting and lucid lecture on the aims and objects of the League. The "Celtics” are holding their own on the football field, and on Saturday both seniors and juniors registered good wins.. It is with deepest regret the death is recorded of Miss Catherine Counihan, whose early demise has cut short a promising career. After matriculating with the Dominican Nuns, Miss Counihan entered the teaching profession, and has already made a name for herself as an exceedingly capable and conscientious teacher. Twelve months ago ill-health forced her to resign her position, but, until quite recently, hopes were entertained for her recovery. Died also this month another young Oamaruvian, in the person of Mr. Edward Crowley, a popular member of the “Celtics.” To the sorrowing' relatives of these two young people is extended our deepest sympathy.R.l.P.