“HELP THE MOTHERS.”

Manawatu Herald, Volume XLIII, Issue 2327, 10 September 1921, Page 2

“HELP THE MOTHERS.”

lIARD-UP DANCE,

There was not a large attendance at the Town Ha’ll last, night, to participate in the above dance, but those present spent, a most enjoyable evening. Bunting suspended from one side of the gallery to the other gave a pleasing appearance to the interior, and the colours of the Hags were in marked contrast to thu “down and out” appearance of some of the dancers. The majority of the ladies, however, preferred their evening dresses to “lmrd-up” costumes. The parade of the “hardups” was most amusing, and it proved a difficult task to select the most disreputable-looking male as a prize-winner.- Mr Morrison, however, was singled, out. by the judge for pride of place. An unkempt black beard, of the way-back type, was in keeping with his ragged getup —a very repulsive looking object. The other males were equal objects for commiseration, but strange to -ay, they did not lack partners, and “beauty and the beast” tripped along in marked contrast. Miss Crowe’s dress was a very clever creation, and from a really artistic point of view was worthy of a special prize. It consisted of sugar bags neatly converted into coat and skirt, and relieved with blue facings. The prize, however, had to go to Mrs Head —who could not raise even a sack dress, but had to disguise herself in cast-off and ragged male attire. Her disguise was so com-, plete as to completely hide her identity. Mr Hornblow, in awarding the prizes, thanked all who had assisted in the linal effort on behalf of the fund. Mr A. Smith carried ~ut the duties of M.C., in a most ■fficient manner. The music was supplied by Mr T. East. Not the 'east pleasing part of the evening was the excellent supper provided by the ladies. Thanks are also due to Mr A, N. Smith for discharging the duties of doorkeeper.

SACRED CONCERT TO-MORROW

A sacred concert lias been arranged by tlie Western Engineers (Palmerston), to take place in tho Town Hall to-morrow night. Mr Ernest Drake, the famous tenor, has been engaged to sing, and his items alone should attract a large audience. A glance at the programme published elsewhere in this issue indicates the excellence of the other items to he submitted. Mrs McDonald, and Mrs Freeman, of~Foxion, will assist with the vocal items. The former will sing “Mv Divine Redeemer.”

Tn Victoria Park, at 3 o’clock tomorrow afternoon, an orchestral concert will he given, hut should the weather bo 'unpropilious, the programme will be given in the Town ITall.

THE FUNDS,

Fox ton agreed to raise at least Cloo towards the Fund, and the last; effort took place last night. Thegross returns are as follows: —

When expenses are paid the total to be forwarded should be about Cl 1)5.

Those who have not yet returned sale moneys for badges are requested to do so not later than Monday, as the fund is now closed.

£ s. d. John Chrvslall 10 10 0 Anonymous 10 0 0 First Shop Day 25 17 0 Second Shop Day 32 0 3 Football Match 3 ’/ 0 rJard-Up Dance 7 12 (i Moutoii El't'ort. (say) 38 0 0 Sale of Badges (say) 12 0 0 - £117 (i 9