TE RAU A MOA.

King Country Chronicle, Volume VII, Issue 573, 4 June 1913, Page 3

TE RAU A MOA.

Own Correspondent. Last Friday a never-to-be-forgotten little ceremony was witnessed in the little school, the occasion for the function being the distribution of prizes given annually by the school committee. Mr Le Prou, chairman of commiee, presided, expressing his pleasure at the ready response of the general invitation extended the' housei holders. He asked Mr Honore, the I teacher, to call on the pupils to take | part in an elocutionary contest, for which two valuable prizes were offered by the school. Mr * Honore briefly addressed the householders, assuring them how pleased he was to be' stationed as teacher in the old place he had resided in bo long. Mr E, H. Aubin, of Kawhia, kindly consented to judge recitations, etc. Gertrude Parkinson secured highest marks in each division, and was awarded the prizes amidst general applause. 4, ° James Randall presented the prize. His Bunny and genial disposition shone through bis speeches, illuminating the place in a halo of mirth, made doubly appreciative at the happiness of the children, each of whom was the proud possessor of a valuable book. Mr Douglas's special prize for best attendance of pupils outside the onemile radius during the year 1912 was won by Amy Parkinson. Special prizes for good conduct were won by Edmund Le Prou and Hilda Parkinson; while Gertrude Parkinson secured' the prize for reading. Mr Honore announced that on the occasion of the next school function he hoped to have for the entertainment of the public a children's play. Mr E. H. Aubin delivered an interesting address on "Patriotism." Reference waß made to Empire Day. He urged upon the young people the necessity for loyalty to country, so that the great and glorious Empire we belonged to might stand for ever. The singing of the National Anthem brought the function to a close. A vote of thanks to]the ladies for supplying the good things partaken of was carried by acclamation. ' A very successful and enjoyable dance was held in the evening, mußic being supplied by Mr Daysch. Mr S. Stewart made an efficient M.C. The timber for flooring the local hall is now at Otorohanga, and is expected over in a week's time, when building operation will commence.