DISTRICT NEWS.

Pukekohe & Waiuku Times, Volume 3, Issue 244, 3 November 1914, Page 3

DISTRICT NEWS.

BUCKLAND.

ANGLICAN CHURCH.

A meeting of parishioners of the Anglican church was held in the church on Thursday evening. 'The vicar sent a telegram stating that he regretted being unable to attend. Mr Davey wa«t appointed chairman. The principal business of the meeting was to decide how much of the outstanding debt, conuistiDg of some £76, incurred by the circuit, the local vestry should shoulder. It was decided that the amount be £l6 and that the Ladies' Guile! be asked to promote a concert with the object of raising funds for the ehurcfa. A committee set up to work in conjunction with the ladies. Some parishioners said that the vicar's visits were very much appreciated and the minister was invited to increase the visits if possible. The service on Sunday evening was well attended.

PUKEKOHE EAST.

LADIES' RETURN BALL.

On Tuesday, October 27th, the ladies of Pukekohe East held their return ball in the Public hall, which was very tastefully decorated and the floor in splendid condition. Upwards of forty couples took the floor and everything passed off without a hitch, everyone thoroughly enjoying themselves. Music was supplied by Mrs Keane. On behalf of the gentlemen present, Mr J. Tooman thanked the committee for the good time they had given them. Miss M. A. Jones responded. Songs were given by Mrs Keane and Mr Bumpus.

WAIUKU.

A HANDSOME SULKY.

£ A very handsome and serviceable ■ulky, built especially for the proprietor, has just been turned out at Mr W. Adamson's coach and carriage factory, Waiuku. The vehicle, which is really a masterpiece of the coach-maker's art, is fitted with rubber-tyred wheels and is so comfortably upholstered and artistically designed as to be unsurpassed in elegance and style. Anyone wanting a gig of the highest grade should certainly view this one, and a short trip behind a smart little ponv such as Mr Adamson possesses will be convincing testimony as to the truth of any statements that are made here. The building of such a high-class vehicle locally is certainly a credit to the district and it says much for the progressiveuess of Mr Adamson's establishment that such superior work can be turned out.

TUAKAU.

BELGIAN RELIEF FUND.

f Collections are to be taken up on behalf of the above fund throughout the Tuakau Presbyterian charge. The collection at the local church—which, by the way, has been recently named St. Stephen's—is to be taken up next Sunday 55 TOWN BOARD. Town Board members met again last Tuesday for the further consideration of by-laws. This work is found to be a rather lengthy process and is not yet complete. Frequent meetings are being arranged with the idea of - getting preliminary work through as quickly as possible. The regular monthlj general meeting of the Board takes place this* evening.

Eg? FARM SOLD. Mr M. Black has Bold his farm of about 50 acres on Tuakau-Pukekobe road at £43 per acre. Mr Black does not give up podseasion until March next.

MAUKU.

A VEHICULAR ACCIDENT.

One day this week Mr Davis, Benr., went to a neighbour's for a load of chaff, taking with him two young lady friends from Auckland. On the return journey one of the city girls begged to be allowed to drive, and was handed the reins by Mr Davis, The inexperienced driver, whilst negotiating Hastie's corner, unluckily pulled round too short, with the result that one wheel was taken over a stump through which cause the trap was completely upset. Mr Davis received a bad shaking and one pretty face shows an ugly scratch, whilst an ankle was badly bruised and twisted. Fortunately the horse was particularly quiet and received no damage, but one shaft was snapped. When all tbe tears were wiped away the young lady said: "Oh, I wasn't crying because I was scratched; it was because the trap was hurt." Mr Davis had just had his trap repaired and painted, necessitated by a previous accident, so he is certainly unfortunate. The latest advice is that all the "wounded" are progressing favourably.

ONEWHERO.

HELPING THE BELGIANS,

A patriotic concert was held in the Central hall on Wednesday, 28th ult., in aid of the Belgian Fund.

5 In epitc of the threatening showers the hall was crowded and all enjoyed the items provided. Many patriotic songs were sung, including the old favourites "Soldiers of the King," "Absent Minded Beggar," "Sons of the Sea," "Rule, Biitannia" and "Red, White and Blue," tbe audience joining in the choruses. The German Band Practice, a laughable skit, was received with much enjoyment, and a collection brought in £2 17s, well repaying the energy the band spent. Thus we hope to clear over £2O for this good cause. Now all you other districts go thou and do likewise. Mr Olsen, during the interval, made a challenge to nine other men in the district to put down £5 each with him and so make another £SO. His offer is open for a week and all hope to see his challenge accepted.