CORRESPONDENCE.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XLI, Issue 2013, 9 August 1919, Page 3

CORRESPONDENCE.

(To the Editor.)

Sir.—No doubt the impression lias been created during the recent discussion that we use the building at the back of the Methodist church as our Sunday school. Such is not the case, as the church is used for such purpose. It would not accommodate all the children attending our school. That is about its only fault from our point of view, as it is fitted up inside in a workmanlike way, and is well ventilated. Whether it would be suitable as a domicilary residence for twelve young animals of the canine species I really can not say. I am" assured, however, that a few weeks ago no Jess than forty-eight of Eoxton’s most beautiful and accomplished ladies found room there while a nursing lecture and demonstration was being given. Such being the case, I imagine the pups wouldn’t be unduly cramped, and the proverbial cat could be swung round also. Finally, Mr Editor, I only wish every house in Foxton and New Zealand generally was as healthy and wholesome as that same little building. I’ve lived in far ■worse places in this country, and had to pay frtirly heavy for that doubtful privilege. —I am, etc., » A. G. HUNTLEY.

(To the Editor.)

Sir. —The building at the roar of the Methodist Church may not he of any great beauty outwardly. It has no claim to any particular style of architecture, but the interior is very comfortably filled up, and is a credit to the one who did the work. It answers our purpose, but we do not contemplate accommodating either conceited puppies or insufferable asses. —I remain yours in the strife,

RANTER

(To the Editor.)

Sir. —It is well known that misfortune makes strange bedfellows, bringing together many diverse natures. War has the same tendency, and now that the peace has been broken, we have the strange but edifying spectacle of bravo Edward do Martin ranged alongside the stalwart champion of Methodism, dealing out hefty blows against the common foe. This truly is a sight for the gods. May good fortune attend them—Yours, etc., ACHILLES. (To the Editor.) Sir. —When the head teacher referred to the Methodist robm, at the last meeting of the School Committee, I do not think he meant to offend the Methodist body, but rather that he desired to convey to the Committee that, in his opinion, the room was not large enough to accommodate 50 children. His reference to “twelve pups” was one of those unfortunate comparisons probaly due to the impetuosity of youth. Now, Sir, I have seen the room in question, and have po hesitation in saying that it would serve the purpose of a temporary classroom admirably. It is well ventilated, and the interior is nicely finished. The large doors, if necessary, could be thrown open, converting it into an open-air class. Then, Sir, there is ample ground space for the children to play in. I am sure that any one who has seen the interior of the room will bear out this statement. —Yours, etc., PARENT.