WAITANGURU.
Own Correspondent. # The working bee which eventuated on the Bth inßt.. proved a thorough sudcess. The heavy frost the night previous foretold a perfect day, and truly it wa3. The scene of operations thiß time was the school reserve of three and a-half acres, the intention being to clear the fence lire in order that in the early future a fence may be erected, the reserve then to be utilised by the school children for the paddocking of their horses. A large number of settlers put in an early appearance, and lost no time in getting their coats off and commencing work. Tnree large trees were felled in a very short space of time The crosscut saws were immediately brought to bear on these and timber jacks med to roll them clear. Large logs were moved by manual labour and before the day was done the whole fence line, with the exception of one or two logs was totally cleared of timber. The party, the majority of whom brought their lunch with them, adjourned to Mr V. L. Jackson's to partake of a drink of the beverage which intoxicates not, so kindly provided by him. Afternoon tea was also generously given by Mr Jackson and the thanks of the party are credited to him for his kindness. A secure horse paddock i 3 a most important necessity, as the present one which is a portion of the Maire road is not a. very satisfactory one. Not only will it be a boon tn the children who ride to'school, but it will also be very, advantageous to those who attend public functions here, and who depend un horse flesh to convey them. This another progressive move, can be added to Waitangururana' already lengthy list of progressive measures. A dance was held in the evening to celebrate the opening of the new addition. There was a good attendance, and the dancing was entered into vigorously. Supper was served round about ]2 o'clock, dancing continuing afterwards merrily till about 2 o'clock, when the assembly broke up. During the evening and between intervals of the dances, Mr Lowrie rendered numerous gramaphone selections, which kept everybody lively, and which were thoroughly enjoyed. Thanks to Mr Lowrie the evening was made to pass off more pleasantly. Messrs Andreeen and E. Larsen supplied the accordeon music for • the dance.
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King Country Chronicle, Volume VIII, Issue 679, 20 June 1914, Page 7
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393WAITANGURU. King Country Chronicle, Volume VIII, Issue 679, 20 June 1914, Page 7
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