DIOCESE OF DUNEDIN

New Zealand Tablet, Volume XLIX, Issue 35, 7 September 1922, Page 27

DIOCESE OF DUNEDIN

The Sisters of Mercy, South Dunedin, gratefully acknowledge the receipt of a donation, of £2 for the St. . Vincent’s Orphanage. There was Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at St. Joseph’s Cathedral from the eleven' o’clock Mass on . Sunday, In the evening his Lordship the Bishop presided at Compline, and, after the usual procession, gave Pontifical Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. At the ordinary meeting of St. Patrick’s Sodality of the. Children'.of Mary. South Dunedin,, held on last Sunday afternoon, Rev. Father Del any, on behalf of the members, presented Miss Veronica Tyler, on the occasion of her approaching marriage, with a handsome picture. In wishing Miss Tyler every blessing and happiness in the new state of life upon which she was entering, Father Delany very warmlv eulogised her devotedness to the ideals of a Child of Mary, During her five years’ association with the sodality she had not missed a single meetingan example of constancy well worthy of emulation. . The Sisters of Mercy, South Dunedin, gratefully ac- ■ knowledge the gift of several parcels of clothing, etc., for • St. Vincent’s Orphanage, from the Mosgiel Ladies’ Guild. ST. VINCENT’S ORPHANAGE FAIR NOTES. -On Saturday week, the 16th hist, a “gift afternoon” will be given by Mrs. Van Paine at her residence, 64 . Queen’s Drive,' Musselburgh, in aid of the Refreshment Stall at the orphanage fair. With so popular a hostess, visitors , may feel thoroughly assured, of an exceedingly pleasurable function. In the interests of the same stall a- “hard-up social” is billed for Thursday the 21st inst., at the Town Hall, Green Island, and this promises to be quite one of the most enjoyable and successful of the -many events promoted for assisting the orphanage. Although patrons may attend in either plain or fancy dress, prizes are to. be given ■ for the best character delineation. Music will be provided by Death’s string band, and the catering will be on a ’ generous scale.. The members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, . South Dunedin, have arranged a euchre social for next Tuesday evening, the 13th inst., in aid of their stall funds at the forthcoming orphanage fair. As time will permit 1 of only two more similar functions before the opening of the fair, patronage even greater than has already been extended is earnestly desired, so as to enable the society’s stall to be furnished free of any outstanding liabilities. Winton was visited, on last Sunday by the organiser on behalf of the orphanage fund. Very Rev. Father O’Neill (pastor of the district) is in thorough accord with the movement, but unfortunately, through failing health, was unable to be ‘ present at the meeting. Rev. Father Ardagh, in the course of some introductory remarks, referred to the great work being done by the Sisters of Mercy in the interest of the orphans of the diocese, and urged the people to generously respond to the appeal then being made by the organiser. The object of his visit was then explained by the organiser, after which the gathering gave its unanimous approval and promise of hearty support. A committee consisting of Messrs. D. O’Malley, M. Riley, J. Duggan, P. Burke, P. Kerr. .1. Ryan, and M. O’Sliaughnessy, were appointed to complete arrangements for a thorough canvass of the district. Centre Bush was then visited, where a fine reception was accorded the speaker, who was assured of the whole-hearted support of the Catholic residents, who appointed Messrs. J. Walsh, J. O’Brien, P. McGrath, A. Langford. J. Doherty, J. f ■ Keane,, P. McGee, and J. O’Shaughnessv. a committee to arrange details for a united effort to help the fund. Invercargill (From our own correspondent.) ■ September 4. The round of social functions in aid of. the schools’ , : building fund, preparatory to the big bazaar to be held next month, continue to be. patronised most liberally. A Iq, successful “gift evening” was Arranged by Mrs. Millar, and took place in the Railway Library Rooms last week. All those present complimented the hostess on the very enjoyable evening. The e/ichre prizes were won by Mrs. Hishon and Mrs. Lynd, and Messrs. Geo Laffey and O. . Fogarty.;, On next Saturday (the 9th inst.) Mesdames ' Millar., and Maloney will conduct a garden fete in the spa- ' cious grounds of the presbytery (Ettrick|.House). . The \'i Hibernian Band will be present;-; and both young and old ; will be well ■ catered for in the ' amusement line. This will : be the first outdoor function held so far, and the promoters anticipate a very large attendance. , , The Municipal Theatre was crowded to the doors on

last Tuesday evening week, when the Gore Dramatic Club, under the direction of Rev. Father. Farthing, presented the comedy,' '.'Confusion:" This is the second occasion on which these talented performers have appeared ■ in -ylnvert cargill, and while the present performance was' perhaps not quite up to the very excellent showing on a previous occasion, nevertheless it is safe to say that theatre-goers have often witnessed less meritorious efforts from professional performers. The crowded audience enjoyed itself, immensely, and the diverting situations 'of the comedy were skilfully portrayed by the artists, with ' the result that the theatre presented a scene, of; merriment for the full two and a half hours of the play's duration..... No better compliment could be paid to our Gore friends, and they well deserve it. In the principal character Mr. A. H. Smith gave a finished performance, and displayed histrionic talent of no mean order. Mr. G. Matheson pleased even the most carping critic with his characterisation • of "Blizzard," while Mr. W. D. Shelton is worthy of special notice, and his cornedv work as the butler was excellent and not overdone. Miss M. Inder as "Lucretia" caused no end of fun and added another great success to previous performances.. She is quite an artist, and was responsible in no small way for the all-round success achieved. Among the other ladies Miss Sylvia Inder and Miss Peggy Sweeney played their parts '" we'll, the latter being convincingly natural as the butler's wife. She gave an excellent performance, and her noting was of a high order.;. Minor parts were taken by Miss Ellen Cox and Messrs. H. Inder, M. Fitzgerald, and D. Reid. The orchestral music under the direction of Mr. A. R. Wills was greatly appreciated by the audience. —— <*X> , Timaru (From our own correspondent.) % September 4. There was Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after the last Mass on Sunday, and the church was thronged with worshippers during the day. The usual monthly procession took place in the evening, when all the sodalities and school children participated, whilst the choir and congregation sang appropriate' hymns. The "Adore Te Devote" was well sung by the choir, Mrs. Lynch taking the solo in a a devotional manner. The Sacred Heart Choir has made satisfactory progress under the baton of Mr T J O'Connor.- Rev. Father P. Kane, S.M., of St. Patrick's College, "Wellington—a native of Timaru— on the "Grace of God" to a large congregation. The St.-Patrick's Club, composed of the various' sports organisations of the parish, produced a revue last week in aid of its funds, in the St. Patrick's Hall, which proved hopelessly inadequate to house the throng that sought adlmssion. In order to cope with the demands of the crowd the revue was repeated on the following evening, when new items were introduced. The programme was pleasantly varied, and everything passed off with a swing which really delighted the attendance, making the inconvenience or crowding entirely forgotten. The programme opened with the overture, "Irish Airs," by an excellently balanced and well-trained orchestra under Mr. T. J. O'Connor, and from this on (says the Timaru Herald) followed a. series of comedy, drama., vocal, and instrumental numbers, characterised by surprising talent.' The staging of the production generally left nothing to be desired and the management is to be congratulated. ■ Mr. F. J. Rvan carried out the onerous duties of producer creditablv, the musical direction was in the;capable. care of Mr. T. J. O'Connor, while Mr. C. Knight was most successful in his capacity as electrician and stage manager. Miss Lynch, L.A.B and Miss .Dennehy acted as accompanists in their usual finished manner, while, the scenery, kindly supplied by Mr. Davelock Williams, gave the final \ touches to the general arrangement. -A" review of the performance would he incomplete without a word of praise to the work of the ladies of the parish, who rendered a conspicuous part in the: success of the production. v. ••' Addington / At. the evening devotions in the Sacred Heart Church on Sunday Aveek (writes a correspondent). Rev. Father O Sullivan made an appeal for funds towards assisting.the work of his mission society in West Africa. He thanked Rev. Father O'Connor for allowing the usual evening' collection (which on the occasion was verv generously responded to) to be devoted to the purposes of his mission .The members of: the- Addihgton . Catholic Tennis Club held their annual euchre party and social onl ast Wednesday evening, in the local Oddfellows' Holl. There was a very satisfactory attendance, ~ and among . those :present were Rev. Fathers O'Connor and O'Meephan (Addington), and Rev. Father Finnerty (Leeston). ' The first prizes} in the card, games were won. by Mrs. Harland arid Mrs Herd After supper a pleasant social: was held. Mr. E O'Cdnnell carrying out the duties of M.C: Mn*ic was provided bv Miss M. Williams and Mr. A. .Debeftham. '" -Y