QUEEN CARNIVAL.

Otaki Mail, 21 May 1923, Page 3

QUEEN CARNIVAL.

A meeting of the Executive was hqld on Friday afternoon* His Worship the Alayor presiding. All queens were represented. Ho pointed out the action taken by the Borough Council regarding Sunday concerts (reported elsewhere). It was decided to open an account at the Bank of Now Zealand, and that the treasurer (Air AViichell) and Air Taylor (secretary) operate on it. It was agreed that three-pence represent a vote.

Exception was taken to unauthorised persons making use of guessing books, a -d it was agreed that the Secretary of each Committee give his sanction by signing such book. The Mayor congratulated all who took part in the procession on Wednesday,'and said it was really creditable to the Railway queen’s committee. He was pleased to see supporters of all queens taking part, and hoped that even a bigger and brighter display would be held at the conclusion of the carnival.

The various queens had shop days on Saturday and despite rain did very well. At the railway quite a number of ladies braved the elements and erected a stall opposite Air Siddell’s shop and good business resulted. Vegetables, cakes, meat, etc., were readily sold and a sum of £lO was raised for the Railway queen. Mrs Quill kindly supplied afternoon tea for the workers. The Beach queen’s shop was also well patro-nised, and “ jazzing"’ exhibitions drew quite a crowd. Hot coffee, etc., was also served. The Maori queen’s

supporters had a lovely display ol goods, offered at tempting prices, while j hoop-la was run for the Railway queen in a shop opposite. MAORI QUEEN. On Friday next a concert and dance j will be held at Te Horo and our friends I in that township desiring a bright entertainment should attend. A first-class programme will be submitted. Supporters of the Maori queen \itit- , ed the “Sail” last week, and gave a bright little programme—one that was fully appreciated by the stall and patients alike. A dance will be held to-night at Ini- . nui in aid of the funds of the Maori queen. Admission fid. RAILWAY QUEEN. The dance held on Friday night in aid of the Railway queen was largely attended, the Station hall being crowd- , ed. The floor had received special preparation while the Otaki Brass En ■ rendered dance music in good style. They were assisted by others, including Mr Cameron on the bagpipes, while Mr and Air* Leu Kilmister kindly lent , their piano for the occasion. Air L. Kilmister proved an able secretary while Air Murray was AI.C. Among the hardest workers, however, were a number of ladies who took great pleasure in looking after the wants of visitors. The supper provided was appetising, while the items rendered, including some from ihe queen, Aliss Bevan, were heartily encored. At the conclusion of the gathering Air Ralph Thompson, in. a happy speech, thanked the Band and others who had assisted, and mentioned the. fact that dances would be held at regular intervals. The whole concluded in the earlv hours of morn by “Au d Lang Sync” and “Home-Sweet Home” waltzes. A shop day was held on Saturday and good business resulted. Euchre parties will be held at the Station hall every Tuesday when prizes will be given, while a dance will be held each Friday. Those looking ■ for enjovment should attend. The hall floor has been specially prepared and is now liiglily polished. A big picture entertainment a spe* rial feature— will be held on Wednesday, when “A Tale of Two Worlds a trip in a screen romance ship—mil be shown. It is a fine picture, gripping, thrilling, and all should see «.

BEACH QUEEN. A social and dance will be held in aid of the Beach queen at the Otaki thea-

tro to-niglit, admission. 2s. , - j The Baby Show, held in the theatre j on Saturday last, was undoubtedly the success of the season. Despite the. net ( weather quite a number of mothers en- j tered their babies, and competition was very keen. Prizes were awarded as 10l- ( 10 l.-Up to 6 months, George : Grav first, Valerie Bennett second. ; Class ° Six months to ten months, James Tustin first, Mary Stable second; class 3, —10 to 15 months, Billy Lar sen first. Doris Cottle second. ' Class 4.-13 rnorxihs to 2 years, >o*a MeDougall first. Phyllis Noble seeoiuh Mr A. M. Dunkley thanked the T'd ves. Dr. Elizabeth Bryson, of Levin, and Dr. Curtis, of Otnki, for judging the babies, and much satisfaction wa= } expressed at the result. The children s tea, which followed the baby show, «- splendidly attended, and the kiddie c joyed their party very much Little Marjorie Vause, who kindly ga c services free, delighted everyone with

her graceful dancing, me competition created much fun, up with an exhibition of "Pepper by Mr Bowden, causing much merriment to all Another of these parties "'ill probably be given at a later date. The prizes were donated b, H- Knox. and MV Lanclioster. n queen was the centre' of attracuon on Bridav and Saturday evenings Hot coffee .was served from 9 o’clock and Will be served each theatre etenj. when advantage should be taken of the offer to dance free of charge m thISr out room. Good business vra - a j deme in other lines. garden party vrill be held on a urday at the kiosk, particulars of which will be given. The supper at the Kiosk dance on tii9 evening of the IStli inst. was supgg«d by Bfiaclx and not by

the committee as stated,

TOWN QUEEN.

Although very little notice has been given regarding the children and adults’ fancy dress dance in the Town Hall to-morrow, it is hoped all who can will appear in fancy costume. Children will dance from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and adults from S p.m. till tired. A grand concert, with dunce to follow, will be held on the 28tli in aid of the Town queen, and no one should miss it. Leading vocalists will take part. Watch for particulars.

SACRED CONCERT. The saerecl concert, held last night in the Otaki theatre, wn» ef a very high | standard and was thoroughly appreciI atsd by the large audience present. The I Mayor (Mr J. P. Brandon) took the ; chair, and before the commencement: of the concert tendered a very hearty welcome to the Wellington artists who were assisting. The programme was in the hands of Mrs Stable (Madame j Josephine Ottlee). The concert was opened by an overture (“Meditation”), by the Otaki Band, under the capable conducting of Mr H. Wise. Miss C. Berrill was the first soloist, and her fine resonant contralto voice was heard to great advantage in “The Praise of God” and “Beloved It Is Morn.” 'l’his, talented singsr, whose voice has greatly improved in quality ef tone, should have a big future, especially in oratorio. Miss May Joyce, violinistc, | contributed “A Romance by Yieuxtemps.” Her thoroughly artistic rendj ering and the purity of her tone made • this item one of the most enjoyable of the evening. Miss Nieholls (contralto) was heard to advantage in “Abide With Me.” The devotional character of the item was given full value by the singer. Mr X. Byrue, who lias a ringing barotone voice, sang ’ Masseuet’s i“Elegio.” Tlie violin obligato, by Miss May Joyce and tUo piano accompaniment, added greatly to the beauty of this item. The next item, a duet by Mr and Mrs Davies (who were in ex--1 ceilent form) “Love Divine” was greatly appreciated. A local boy, Master .T. Rikihana (violinist), who . shows promise, and considering his age. fine tone, and good bowi'ng, played i “Souvenir.” Miss Joyce, who was keenly interested in his playing, thinks that he has a future as a violinist. Mr Xicholl’s tenor voice was heard to *d- . vantage in “Sleep and the Roses.” ! The popular favourite, Mrs Riori, sang ; “Jesu, Lover of My Soul” in Maori, with great feeling. i The accompaniments were play.ed by Mrs .Stahls, Mrs Lowry, Mis* Joyce and Miss Rikihana. The concert was concluded by the singing of “God Save tlie King” in which the large audience joined. The visitor* were driven to the kiosk by Mrs and Miss O’Rourke asd entertained by Mr C. E. Cotterell at afternoon tea, and after the concert entertained by Mr and Mrs O’Rourke. They left by train for Wellington this morning.