DISTRICT NEWS

Pukekohe & Waiuku Times, Volume 4, Issue 123, 20 December 1915, Page 2

DISTRICT NEWS

BUCKLAND.

The Buckland Branch Lidy Liverpool League met in the Public Hall on Thursday afternoon, December 9 th. Mrs Wily presided. After the usual business was done, the following work was handed in Socks : Mrs McKean, Mrs Driver, 7 pairs each; Mrs McAnally, Mrs Harris, 6 pairs each; Mrs Scott, Mrs Morgan, 4 pairs each ; Mrs Jesser, Mrs Murray, Mrs Hartland, Mrs Mcßobie, Mrs Walker senr., 2 pairs each ; Mrs Davy, one pair; Mrs W. Jefferis, 3 pairs (donated). Body belts : Mrs Jesser, Mrs McKean, 2 each ; Mrs Walker,

senr , one. Scarves : Mrs Newton, Arthur Newton, 2 each; Mrs Hill, Mrs Harris, one each. Balaclava cap: Miss J. McKean, one. Mrj Hill, one parcel old linen, 6 dozen handkerchiefs. Gash donations will appear in nest month's report. The Methodist Sunday School, combined with the Children's Happy Hour, held their annual picnic in Mr Neil's paddock on Saturday, December 11th. The weather was everything to be desired and the children spent an enjoyable day. Mr A. J. Melville kindly donated cash for the prizes, which were much appreciated by the children. The following boys and girls won prizes Boy*' jumping competition : Eddy McAnally, Willie Steel, James Steel, Alf. Home. Boys' races:—l2 to 16 years : Eddy McAnally 1, Fred Steel 2 ; 6 to 11 year's: Jack Mclnally 1, Horace Barber 2; 6 years and under : Ivan McAnally 1, Frank Hill 2. Girls' racesl2 to 16 years : Eose Allan 1, Olive McConacliie 2 ; 6 to 11 years: Doris Avery 1, Jean McConachie 2 ; 6 and under : Alice Murray 1, Vera Melville 2.

PAPAKURA.

Besides the Lady Uojley Cop there will be {other prizrs to be competed for by the Senior Cadeta early next year. A gold medal haa been presented by the Oiaaj| Ledge, and another by the Papftkura branch ot the National Keserve. The prizes are no* on view in ttt Crawford's shop window.

One of the shops to be erected by Messrs Willis Bros haa been taken by Mr W Crawford, who haa found need for larger premise*. Among the improvements to be made to the Papaknra Hotel will be the installation of an acetylenes gaa plant. The necessity for a town water supply is being felt already this season, most of the tanks being empty. It is probabla that the matter of locating a continuoua supply of water will receive the attention of the Town Board befora it goea out of office. 'lbis and a scheme of lighting are matters that should receive the support ot any member who really u progessive.

A fine importation of draperies and men's wear has been opened up for tbe Christmas trade at ths Economic Drapery Emporium. This includes tbe very latest in fashion-? able gooda wbich will be sold at less than Queen street prices.

MANUREWA.

(See also page 4) MUSICAL SOCIETY'S PERFORM* ANCE On Friday evening tbe Manurewa Musical Society, under the capable conductorship of Mr fl V Burton, gave its fourth concert of tb3 season in tbe Manurewa Htll. There was a large attendance, and tbe audience was most warm and appreciative. The Society'a efforta on this occasion showed a decided improvement, probably the beat number being "Sweet and Low," tbe interpretation of wbich waa splendid. "Good Night, Beloved," waa another item particularly attractive and well rendered. Supporting the Society were several prominent provincial artistes, Miaa Laura Walker, Mr T C Seaton, Mr T T Garland and Mr K W McConnell. Messrs Hay and H V Burton aho obliged with the ever-popular duet "Excelsior." Mr Seaton waa at hi 3 best on the evening, and the audience showed 'its appreciation of his talents in no unmistakable manner. Next to him in popularity was Mr T T Garland, who excelled as a mirihmaker, white Miaa Walker waa also encored in each instance. Mr R W McConnell aa an elocutionist was decidedly interesting, aud bis selections met witb approval. The Society and those responsible for presenting tbe concert are deserving of commendation for tbe meritorious performance which was claaaical and yet popular. The accompaniments for the artiste were played by Mra Arcbdale Tayler, while Mr Phillips officiated for tbe Society.

After the concert»Mr Barton com* plimeated the Society apon the success achieved at the concert. Only about four practices bad been held, he said, and therefore the singing that evening was a credit. Continuing, Mr Burton said it wu with a certain amount of regret that the Society learned it waa likely to lose the services of Mr Phillips and Miss Bartilett, who are soon to get married. Both had been of great service to the Society, Mr Phillips aa pianist and Miss tjartlett as a member of the chorus. Aa a tribute and memento be had pleasure in presenting them with a silver teapot and stand, and Miss Bartleit with a bouquet of white sweet oeas with ribbons. Mr Edwards also referred eulogistically to the services rendered by the couple. Before the company die-, persed Mr Burton, on its bchalt, sincerely thanked Jlesdanua Heaketh and Ellman for the part tb» had taken in providing the delicious supper for the Society. Hu remarks were greeted with acclamation.