"PADDY'S MARKET"

Dominion, Volume 11, Issue 179, 18 April 1918, Page 3

"PADDY'S MARKET"

BARGAINS GALORE THE SALVATION ARMY'S WAR WORK . Once 'more the Town Hall has lost its identity. Its severe lines and regiments 01 chairs have given place to a whirlwind market-plnce-a central square fringed by stalls of all kinds, selling anything from a packet of pins to a pumpkin-which will be known for tho time being as Paddy's Market, meaning a place where everything may be purchased at the lowest price. Besides tho ordered array of stalls under the gallery, a very beautiful arbor has been built across the hall, immediately in front of Hie stage, to serve as a flower stall. The tracery of the white woodwork is shown, to admirable advantage against tho vivid green of the pot plants and asparagus ferns, whose delicate laccry trails artistically in every direction. There is, too, a central swee't stall to provide for those whose palates have never yet been subjected to tho rigours of a sugar ration. Tho sides of of the hall are illumined with long lines of bunting, whilst from the centre of the hall hangs a unique circular patriotic device, from which coloured paper ropes radiate to nil points of the compass. The balustrade of the gallery is festooned with gay-coloured designs, in which tho flag of the Salvation Army plays a prominent part, as it should, for Paddy's Market is out to aid the Keel Jersey Appeal, which is an effort to raiso money for war work among the soldiers of the Empire. Paddy's Market was formally opened at 11 a.m. yesterday by Her Excellency H ie Countess of .Liverpool. In introducing her. the Mayor (Mr. J. P. Luke, M.P.I said that he was sure that they were all delighted to see Her Excollency tho Countess of Liverpool among them. It did not need any reminder from him for them to realise that she had been interested in the Red Jersey. Appeal since its inception, and of the interest and determination of both His Excellency and Lady Liverpool to help the war work of the Salvation Army. They would, he felt sure, all ioin with him in extending a hearty welcome to Lady Liverpool. (Applause.) He was not going to take_ up any time with a speech, as the business of the day was to sell. sell, sell, and he honed that they would all be kept busy at it. Her Excellency's Speech. "I have always had the greatest admiration for the Salvation Army and its work," said tho Countess of Liverpool, "and I am delighted to come hero to-day and to be given this opportunity of assisting in the lied Jersey campaign. (Applause.) 1 think we ought to feel \ciy thankful that there was this splendid organisation all ready at the beginning of the war to look after our soldiers and to minister to their comforts and needs. The war Las, of course, increased the work of the' Salvation Army enormously in sll sorts oi ways, and it is very necessary to have (he funds to carry it on. 1 am also glad to see so many other organisations coining forward and lending a •hand. I will not detain you longer except to declare Paddy's Market open and wish it all the success it deserves." (Applause.) The Army Band, located on the stage, played the National Anthem, immediately affer which Her Excellency (who was accompanied by Lord Liverpool's private secretary, Mr. Gavin Hamilton) made a tour of the stalls, to the detriment of her purse. Round the Stalls. The floral arbour is in charge of the energetic secretary of the market, Mrs. W. H. Cox, who is always ready when there is a call for patriotic funds. Already many people have inquired if the framework, of the stall will be for sale at the close of the market. For information they should apply to Mrs. Cox. ' Tho Spinsters' Club' has a tea and coffee stall in charge of Mrs. Isaacs, and a large fruit stall is officered by Lady Liverpool Puncl workers, who are always to the fore. The Harbour Hoard stall, which specialises in high-grade grocery lines, of which it has a rare assortment, is controlled by a stall' headed by Mr. S. Northcott. The spacious Salvation Army stall is- a jumble stall of needlework, woollen and cotton goods, drapery, and hosiery, jams, sauces, pickles, kitchen garden products in delectable variety, and extremely reasonable in price—even in these hard times. This stall owes allegiance to Mesdames Colonels Bray and M'lnnes. The Suburbs shall, which caters for the larder in good style, is la charge of Mr. and Mrs. Clark. Large dining and afternoon tea rooms are located under the gallery, at the back of'the hall, and there an excellent meal is served at lunch-time, and appotising afternoon tea later in the day, at a nominal figure. Mrs. L. 0. H. Tripp is the manageress. A "silver trail" stunt is being conducted by Miss Spottiswood, whilst Mrs. Hempton and, of an evening,, Mr. "Hank" Portier, will tell of tho coming of the tall dark man with a barrel of money and other phases of fortune that the future holds, in its mysterious lingers. Up in one corner is the Lettercarriers' stall, really well stocked with all sorts of plain and fancy goods. Mr. Lindsay is in charge. Mr. Baurett is supervising the Wellington Gas Company's stall, and the central sweet stall has Miss Una Carter as its high priestess. The committee's jumble stall is being supervised by Messrs. B. G. H. Burn and C. 11. Osmond. Mr. W. Wolland has .a real live butcher's shop (of an evening), and a stall devoted to the sale of second-hand boots is being conducted by Mrs. Stewart. Paddy's Market had a real good day ,and evening yesterdaj-, (and an even better return is expected to-day. The market is due to put up the shutters tomorrow night, so that intending investors should not delay their . visit 100 long. The afternoon and evening attendances yesterday were excellent.

The C 1 Band, By courtesy of Major J. W. Brunt, officer commanding tho Cl Camp at Tauherenikau, tho brass band of that camp journeyed to the city yesterday morning to assist in the Ked Jersey Appeal at the Town Hall. On the arrival of the 11.45 train, the band paraded at Lambton Station, under the conductorship of Sergoant Wills, and marched through tho city to the Town Hall, accompanied by Chaplain Macaulay, of the 01 Camp. The band was met at the Town Hall by Bandmaster Goilin, of the Salvation Army Brass Band, and was then disbanded, and the men were entertained at lunch. During the afternoon and evening the band gave enjoyable concerts in the Town Hall. The action of the camp authorities in arranging for the band's attendance and valuable help is greatly appreciated by the Ked Jersey Appeal Committee.

1 Karori in Action. A "rent number of enthusiastic workers were present at a meeting Leld last evening in the Council Chambers, Kuiori The chair was taken by llis Worship the .Major, Mr. B. U. M. Burn, who spoke at some lengtn on t.lie Army s work generally. It was decided to give every assistance to the lied Jersey appeal .and a. local Vaddy's Market was to tike place at an early date. The citizens' organiser, Mr. i'. itasey, who was in attendance, outlined the plan of action which was generally being adopted throughout the Wellington territory, namely the great lied and Blue Artillery Battle for honours in the greatest battle of all—the battle of comforts. This idea was enthusiastically •.eceived and the following commitee was elected to immediately deal with the foundation work: Misses M'Gregor end Henderson, Mesdames Kirkcaldio, Dryden, Nash, Kilminster, Collins, Burns, Breatherton, Lowry, Tingoy, Biistow, J". M'lunzie, A. M'lCenzie, Or. Platts-Mills, Messrs. Low, M'lntosli, Pell, M'Laiighlan, Tingey. The Mayor was elected chairman, and Mr. IT. E. Dryden hon. secretary. liy the perinissijii of Hie management nf the risk Jubilee Singers, the singers have consented to help the Kcd Jersey Appeal at Paddy's Market, Town Hall, Yesterday afternoon Miss Claire Solly (contralto) delighted a large audience, and at 3.30 p.m. to-day Mr Marshall Palmer (baritone), manager of the Jubilee Singers, will sing, and at the same time to-morrow MY. Sid. Haynre (tenor) will fiii.g. Miss Shepherd will preside at the pianoforte. This extra attraction is expected to draw large audiences.