DISTRICT NEWS.

Kaipara and Waitemata Echo, 31 July 1919, Page 3

DISTRICT NEWS.

KAUKAPAKAPA.

(OWN CORRESPONDENT|

Quite a number of local people have been taking advantage of the fine weather and slackness of work to snatch a few days well earned rest. Some are still away, but will no doubt curtail their holidays before the stringent travelling restrictions come into operation, One of our oldest residents, Mrs Dawson, was noticed amongst those journeying to the Queen City last week. Mrs~Dawson, who is approaching her 91st birthday, is still very active'and in possession of all her faculties. May she be spared to enjoy many years longer of peaceful life. The local boys are still returning from doing their bit for the Empire. Amongst those arriving here last week were Privates G. Griffiths and D. Eagleson. The former is a son of one of the best known Kaukapakapa residents, Mrs R. Drinnan, and although not strictly speaking a local boy is always looked upon as one of the Kaukapakapa lads. He was accorded a welcome home last Tuesday evening in the Hall, when a large number attended. After a varied programme, Mr Dye, on behalf of the residents, welcomed the re^ turned boy, after which hearty cheers were given for the soldier and his family,

Private Dave Eagleson is the son of a well-known Wainui resident, and was accompanied by his wife, a splendid type of the true English girl, New Zealand will have nothing to fear from the coming of the War Brides if they are all up tq the standard of Mrs D. Eagleson. We trust that this young couple may speedily settle down and feel themselves really at home. They are sure of a warm corner in the hearts of those round about,

The Kaukapakapa Men's Social Club held its usual session last Saturday eveaing, when a good number of members were present. The evening took the form ot a debate, Pakeha v, Maori, Mr Keller championing the white race, whilst Mr T. Norton took up the cudgels on behalf of the natives. An interesting discussion followed, the members views being freely expressed.

Y?e hear that one of the recently returned heroes brought another engagement to a successful conclusion last week in town. The scene of action was St. Paul's Church, Symond.s Street, where Major Milligan was married to Miss Nairn of Sonoma, Symonds Street. The vicar, Rey. Watson, officiated, an,d \he ceremony which was a military one, was attended by a large number o: friends, It would be interesting to knov, what are the returns from th< Kaukapakapa Public Pound v] to date. Has it paid for its cost and how much of the revenue received has come from cattle etc., taken off the road by tin Ranger? So far as the casua observer can see, the Pound is i white elephant,''and the "lorn paddock" is more used than an; other. Wake up! somebody !