DISTRICT NEWS.

Franklin Times, Volume 9, Issue 687, 25 November 1921, Page 4

DISTRICT NEWS.

TUAKAU. On Firicllay last the Tuakau Musical Society visited Onewhro, and gave a performance to a. large and enthusiastic audience'. Miss Chalmers conducted the vocal and dramatic portion of the concert with marked ability, whilst Mr Bear held, the baton for the orchestra. The Onewhero ladies, with a generosity of hospitality for which they are so well known had decorated the hall with flags, flowers and greenery, and had specially constructed dressing rooms far the performers. After the performance, which went through most enthusiastically—every soloist being encored, a dance was held, and was a most enjoyable ending to a splendid evening. Mr Bear, before leaving, thankefdi /the Onewhero ladies, on behaljf of the Society, for their very generous arrangements for the pleasure and comfort of the visitors.

THE BAZAAR

On Wednesday, despite the incessant .tfain which fell till mid-day. the Tuakau Hall was packed with people from far and near, the occasion being the holding of a bazaar to raise funds for the erection of a vicarage for St. John’s Church. The everpopular Mr Dynes Fulton opened the bazaail, and made his usual happy, telling speech, to the appreciation of his hearers. Mrs Fulton was then presented with a beautiful bouquex, and Mr Fulton with a charming buttonhole, as a public appreciation of the unselfish spirit always manifested by them both in all sociaFand political affairs, as well! as in the smallest personal service. Rev. Bedwell followed with a neat address. The hall was a picture of colour and life, the gaily-decorated building .and' stalls, the multitudinous dainty <snu attractive wares, the bright, charming women, all! combining to complete a scene that elevated the spirits, broke down reserve, and caused a freedom of intercourse between all sections of the community to the enjoyment of all and the benefit of the function. The stall attracting most attention from it's decorations and 1 contents was the Pulcekawa jumble stall, and the specially attractive 'result reflected great credit upon the ladies responsible (Mesdames Palmer and Hawke). ’The other stallholders were Plain Stall—Mesdames Rehal, Dickens, Durrant, Thomas, Strahan, and Andrews.

Fancy Stall—Mesdames Roberts, Lapwood, Hillary. Sumner and Self. Refreshment Stall—Mesdames Arrowsmith, Paul, Lapwood, and several ypung Uadies. Christmas Tree —Mesdames Graham L. B. Tapper and Miss Feather. Sweets and Flower Stall—Mesdames Prescott, Finch, H. Woodbridge, and Rhapson, and Misses Madill, Dando and. Hessey. Produce Stall— Mesdames Irving and Millaar, and Mr Feather and Mr Wilson.

Management Committee —Mesdames Graham, Tregurtha, and Roberts, and Messrs Grali.am, Deeble, Rehal, Sims, and P. A. Rowe. The gifts to the bazaar comprised a most select lot of valuable, articles, including choice fancy work, valuable cushions; beautiful garments, dainty clothing, handsome oil paintings- . „ , Several competitions were held and resulted in Mrs TregiSrtha winning a handsome stencilled cushion, Mrs Hadfield a pen-painted cushion, oil paintings, Messrs Booth (2), and W. Smeejd; bride. Miss B. Geraghty ; iced cake, Mr Lowe.

The takings for the first day were £l4O.

The second afternoon and evening (was an even greater success, the orchestra generously providing music ail evening. The takings were very large, and when the bazaar concluded everyone w.as more than satisfied with the splendid 'result, _ none more so that the numerous ladies who had laboured patiently for months in toilsome preparations.

(To the Editor). Sir, —Would you accept our thanks for the progressive policy you have inaugurated in connection with the “Times,” and foil giving every district a share of your columns. I enclbse a few pars to add to your regular Tuakau news. Please do not publish my name.—T. Me. The afternoon tea devotees say! That the Tuakau street lamps won’t work now ; most of them are rusted up from non-use. That the cloud of gas from a piggery on the Whangarata Road has killed even the grass for over two miles around. The brown rot is nothing to it.

That— He was a bachelor and so, so shy! From grown.up ladies he’d run, Oh ! why ? He’d refuge take with a maiden green Who Sh ! Had not yet turned fifteen ! That the Musical Society struch a £ock, the vessel listed, the d£ck cargo was thrown overboard. the vessel righted despite the stoi|h, and placidly continued the voyagings of the gallant courteous company.

ONEWHERO. A social and dance, in aid of the local Tennis Cl',ub, was held in the Upper Hall, recently. In the course of the evening musical items and recitations weiie given, and were much appreciated. A large and appreciative audience greeted the Tuakau Dramatic Society on Friday night in the Lower Hall, and as versatile entertainers they are hard to beat. The orchestral items were well rendered and were much enjoyed, and the glee singing was very much above the average. The concert terminated by a small farce entitled “Miranda by the Sea, ’ and played by five ladies. It was well received and a most enjoyable evening concluded with a dance.

The alterations to the Catholic Church here are nearing completion and reflect the greatest credit on Mr J. Liddllq, who has pu/t in some iirstclass work, and has overcome some difficulties of construction that are rarely met with, in a most capable manner. The painting, “Gethsemane,” by Mrs Scoble Cornish, is in position, and has been much admired;. Any who care to view the alterations are cordjially invited to do so. It is anticipated that Mass wilj be celebrated .in the Church during the coming month, and it is hoped His Lordship Bishop Liston , will be present.

The grader has been busy on the roads round and about Onewhero and they are much improved. It is to be hoped that when times improve the ratepayers will sanction a big loan, and' these long neglected roads can he metalled, thus giving a reasonable means of access to the backblock settlers.

PUKEKOHE EAST. There was a meeting of the Pukekohe East Hall Committee on Monday evening- at 8 p.'m., and it was presided over by Mr J. Ferguson (chairman) and Mr C. Laufe (secretary). About eight members were present. The secretary reported that at the last social and dance the proceeds were £l6 5s 9cl and the expenses £3 14s, leaving a profit of £l2 11s 9d. It was decided to hold a hardup (social and dance on December 14th, at 8 p.m. A bumper programme is being arranged. >RD AT PUKE EAST. If a certain Puke East farmer keeps the rabbits away by laying spuds about the paddocks ? After the spuds have been there some time he says they shoot. Why qream cans am left on the road when there is a shed for that purpose ? The difference between a Puke East farmer and a Puke restaurant-keeper is : The Puke East farmer chips the pototoes before lie plants them, and the Puke restaurant man chips them before he cooks them.

If it is true that a Puke! East farmer got sunstroke through trying to make hay while the sun shines. Who was it took you to the pictures on Tuesday night, Jennie ? “You, George/ 7 was the* answer. And who took you to the park on Wednesday evening ? “It was you, George.” And who took you to the dance at Puke East on Thursday “You, George” Well, Jennie, girl, do you smell a rat he finished triumphantly. . Yes, the 5% gallon cow, with the 7.5 test, -referred! to in the last issue of the “Times,’ 7 can easily be beat by a Massey cow. Where it is now, we know not. Through a printer’s error, :i local man was astounded to see in the paper an announcement of his own death. He rang up the editor at once. “Hallo. Smith,” he said, “have you seen the announcement of my death in your paper?” “Yes,” replied the editor “where are you spending from?” First farmer: "Bet I can tell you the first thing you planted' in your garden when you came here four years ago.” Second farmer : “What ? ’ “Your foot,’’ was the reply.

SUCCESSFUL CONCERT AND

DANCE,

A most successful conceVt and dance was held in the Pukekohe East Hall last week in aid of the funds for additions to the isupper room. There was a large attendance, and all spent a thoroughly enjoyable time. During the evening vocal items were rendered by Mrs'’George, Mrs Keane, Misses Hall,Searell. while Miss Wilma Scott contributed dance —a sailor’s horn pipe,. The varlious items were well rendered and encores were demanded in each instance. The was fully occupied! by trippers of the light fantastic. Dance mu,sic was supplied by Mrs Keane, extras being played by Misses Fuliton, Waring, and Mr Laing. A number of selections were played on a phonograph kindly lent by Mr W. Bennett. As a result of the function the funds were 'considerably augmented!,

MANGATAWHIRf.

TENNIS DANCE.

On Friday night ladt a most successful dance was held in the Mangatawhiri Setters’ Hall. The dance was organised for the purpose raising funds for the formation a tennis club in the district, and the response was gratifying, the takings amounting to £7 7s. A good floor, good music, a good crowd, and a goeu supper tended to make an enjoyable evoninig. Tb.o thanks of the comrn.ittee are due to those who gave tnmr services as musicians, and also tor the support given by members o± outlyng districts. Pokeno, Maramarua. Happy Valley and Mangatangi were well represented. The committee would like to take this opportuaitv of wishing the Pokeno Club every success with the official opening of their new courts on Saturday next, November 26th, and hope to follow their example at no distant date.

DRURY. The Drury Band of Hope Society held a meetinig on Wednesday, 16th when Rev. R. B. Gosnell (organise, for the Auckland Prohibition League) came as arranged for some time back, and we had a pleasant evening, it was a pity the Rama Rama Mower Show was the same evening, making our attendance somewhat small, but as Mr Gosnell’s time is fully occupied and the datep are fixed) for him a long; time ahead the night ot he meeting could not be changed. The president (Rev. J. B. Hmton o-ave notice that it would be the last meeting for some time. It seems a pity to liet the meetings fall through

after carrying on for over 30 years, but there seems to be no help far it, A cricket match was played on Saturday, November 19th, between our local’ sportsmen and a team from Papakura, resulting in a win for Drury. Total points for Drury, 115_ and Papakura 31 . The highest scores for Papakura were Mclnnes 8 and A. Clank 6. Highest scores for Drury were: Q. Clarke 32, T. Lodge 23, F. Cassey 12, and H. Lodge 11. The match was played in the paddock adjoining the hotel, and provided a good afternoon’s sport, and there was some good cricket displayed. The Drury Club recently held 1 a very enjoyable social and dance in the Drury Hall. There was a fair attendances of dancing enthusiasts, and' a good floor and good mujsic provided by E. and L. made a pleasant evening soon pass away.

MAUKU.

The Mauku Tennis Club held the of-* ficial opening of their courts on Saturday, 19th inst., under particu- :

larly favourable weather conditions. There was a record, attendance including visitors from Devonport,. Otawa, Patumahoe, Pukekohe, and several! other local clubs. The president (Mir J. T. Davies) in opening the courts, eulogised the woft gratuitously carried out by the members, under the leadership of the secretary, who had, since the close of last season, laid down an asphalt court, made anew sand one and erected! a pavilion. Particular deference was made to the valuable assistance rendered by Mr H. Melville C,rispe in the erection of the pavilion. A very hearty invitation was extended to all local residents to participate in the social gatherings, the promotion of which is one of the main objects of the club. Mrs T. A. Cutfield passed l the first ball over, the games thereafter beinig carried on with much zest until late evening. Aftenioon tea was dispensed by the ladies, and was duly appreciated by all. From present indications a most successful season isanticipated.