WAITANGURU.

King Country Chronicle, Volume VIII, Issue 643, 14 February 1914, Page 3

WAITANGURU.

Own Correspondent.

A thoroughly enjoyable and successful evening'B entertainment was given on the sth inst., by Messrs Larson Bros., in celebration of the opening of their woolshed. Great numbers of invitations had been circulated, and the large attendance proved that it was only an infiniteisimal portion that were not responded to. Of a surety all those who could possibly accede to the kind request of the promoters did so. The day was unfavourable, and as evening approached the weather aspect looked Jess inviting. Despite very adverse circumstance, people continued to assemble, and by 9.30 p.m. over fifty persons had gathered. The woolshed had been tastefully decorated with greenery, more especially the room which had been set apart for dancing. Two hanging lamps provided the light for this room, while numerous candles lit up the remainder of the building. Thoughtful consideration had been bestowed by Messrs Larson Bros, for the ladieß, and a portion of the woolshed had been set apart as a dressing room. The interests of the sterner sex, however, were not forgotten, for a table had been erected, and cards supplied where non-dancers and others in their leisure moments could find suitable amusement. A d essing room was also provided for the men, and everything had been arranged for the welfare of those present. At 9.30 p.m. dancing commenced and continued merrily with only short intervals till the first cessation at 11.30 when the call for supper was an nounced. A bounteous supply of sandwiches and cakes were served round by many willing helpers, tea constituting the liquid refreshment. Dancing again proceed, the final taking place at 4.15 a.m., when another supper was indulged in. Lollies and fruit, comprising apples, pears, and plums were continuously offered to all, nnd real justice was done to these good things. At 5 a.m. it was broad daylight, and the assemblage began to disperse, the majority to respond to the call of the cow. During the evening a speech was given on behalf of those present. Many thanks were given to Messrs Larson Bros, for the able and generous way in which they had entertained their guests, and for their success in organising the function, thus helping to break the monotony. Three hearty cheres were then given. Mr Neil Larson responded, and thanked those present for their attendant and expressed a desire that the function would not be the last held in their woolshed. Several songs and recitations were given, and met with much approved applause. Mr D. Rogers controlled the duties of M.C., and filled his post satisfactorily. Mr A. Andresen (acordeon). and his brother M. Andresen (violin), supplied the music for the dance in their usual competent manner.