Social at Moutoa.

Manawatu Herald, 22 May 1902, Page 3

Social at Moutoa.

The good people of Montoa want an organ—an American organ. They want it for the new school which is just about to be built for them. They want it for use ia the school work and for the religious services which are held in the schoolroom. The people of Moutoa have another want. It is a very natural one—an opportunity of assembling, from time to time,.for a pleasant evening in company. Now it has been found possible to meet both these needs at one stroke; and this was done last night. A large aid very happy company assembled—the stormy weather seemed rather to add to their enjoyment—and passed two or three hours in the pleasures of music and social intercourse and supper. Amongst those in charge of the proceedings, the Chairman of the School Committee (Mr Fred Carter), was prominent, and also Mr Marshall, the popular teacher. A strong committee of ladies superintended the tea and .coffee department. It would be invidious to mention names where so many were concerned, and all working so heartily and successfully. The performers a ime, partly, from Foxton; but it was pleasing to see how capable aid ready the local people are in this matter. The visitors irom town went ont in a drag (mostly). Their help was, of course, invaluable. The programme was in three parts. Instrumental solos were contributed by Miss Jenks (piano), Mr R. T. Betty (euphonium), and Mr L. Jenks (piano). Vocal solos were given by the Misses Withers, Smith and Spring, and Messrs Wm. Cook, A. Jenks, R. Smith, N. Saunders, Hooker and McAtannjey. Me A. Saunders and Miss Smith sang the amusing duet “ Money Matters ” and, later on, “ True Love.” Mr and Mrs W. Cook gave “ Strangers Yet,”— a most enjoyable item. Ope of the. most .-.pleasing numbers was the part song “Chiming Bells,” given by a local glee party.. The recitations and readings were particularly good. These were led off by Mr Marshall with “ The Charge of the Light Brigade,” and included. contributions from Messrs A. Saunders, McAtamney and N. G. Saunders. Amongst other helpers Misses Furrie and M. Withers were noticeable ia playing accompaniments. It was delightful to see the men so strong in the programme. They are a selfhelpful crew at Moutoa. The* piano was very kindly lent by Mr Wm. Walden, a gentleman whose generosity in this respect has been ex perienced before. At the conclusion of the concert t vote of thanks was proposed bj? the chairman (the Rev. Herbert F. Wilson) to the performers and to the Ladies’ Committee. This was carried by acclamation. Apology was made for the absence of several singers—especially Mrs James Symons, the Rev. Mr Harris and Mr James— prevented from attendance by the weather. It was announced that another similar gathering will be held during the winter. Possibly the new school may be ready for the occasion. The Moutoa organ fund will benefit, by the proceeds of the concert to the extent of or £6. It is intended to set on foot subscription lists so that those who will may contribute to a good cause. ,