THE PLUNKET BALL

Hokitika Guardian, 27 March 1930, Page 3

THE PLUNKET BALL

The ball held at the Soldiers’ Hall last night in aid of the funds of the local branch qf the Plunket Society, was attended by a large and fashionably dressed assemblage. Upwards of 309 people must have been present, and tile financial result should be pleasing to the promoting ladies committee which worked so hard in many directions to make the function a notable success. The committee achieved very pleasing results indeed, the ball, the first of tho season, being a bright and happy event, and auguring well for similar functions during the season. The hall was very prettily decorated hv a special committee, Greenery was the main foundation of the scheme, with which gay paper flowers were entwined. Festoons of lacyupodium crept across the hall, and rows of electric lights hidden in brightly' coloured Chinese lanterns, gave a very distinctive note to the decorative scheme. Large pungas in the corners and central situations were (noticeable, and the whole effect was wonderfully bright and pleasing. The annexe was suitably decorated and furnished os a cool retreat where cordial refreshments were Obtainable.

Special attention had been devoted to'-.- the' floor which was in capital order. The music was supplied by the Black Hand Orchestra of eight performers. To the lilting popular airs presented the flqor was quiokly crowded, and remained so throughout the gight. Every number appeared to be jheaijtily fenjdyed, and lemWes were frequent, and -.freely 'responded to. When the ball was iu full progress the hall presented a very bright and attractive scene. Ladies were brightly attired in evening dress of many hues, and with upwards of 150 couples •n motion, the scene was indeed a gaily animated one. A sumptuous supper was provided .y the ladies’ committee, and lour sittings were necessary to dispose of thq guests. This branch was. conducted also, by a special conynittee, and the duty was d°.n p T?ry thoroughly, the arrangements, despite i,he congestion, passing off very pleasantly indeed. During the supper interval, Mr and Mrs Arnold , Perry contributed the ‘'Miserere” duet from • <JI Trovatore,” meriting; prolonged applause Miss ,A. Lynn kindly played (the accompaniment. A'together the evening passed off most enjoyable, and the Plunket Ball of 1930 will be remembered as a very jolly and happy event by the numerous patrons present.