TUAKAU

Pukekohe & Waiuku Times, Volume 6, Issue 295, 24 July 1917, Page 4

TUAKAU

Mr W. Smeed has recently purchased the house and land on Harrisville Road formerly belonging to Mr Grant, while the house lately occupied by him has just been taken by Mr Roberts, the manager of the new factory Friends of Mrs Percy Collins will be glad to learn that she is progressing after her recent illness. The newly-appointed manager of the New Zealand Dairy Association factory is Mr Albert Watson, lately manager of the Otau creamery. Mr Jim Irvine is, we are glad to report, better in health. The state of the footpath near the Presbyterian Church would be all the better for a little scoria. Keep the path to the kirk clear by all means ! Tuakau people have a gonius for " holding together," and the pictures which are well supported because they are controlled by a local company of Tuakau businessmen, is another case in point. Under the chairmanship of Mr W. J. Dseble a well-arranged social and dance in honour of Corpl. C. Revell, who i 8 on final leave, took place on Friday evening last. Despite the inclemency of the weather the hall had a patriotic and inviting appearance about it which contrasted with the elements outside, the decorations of the stage having a particularly pleasing effect After the singing of the National Anthem Mr Outred sang with much effect "The Deathless Army," and had to respond to a recall, while Mr John Ryder's singing of " Pack Your Troubles in Your Old Kit Bag " justly earned an encore. " Mother McCree," toe, was well sung by the Rev. W. Butterworth, Mr W. J. Deeble following with a recitation, " Faithful Lovers," which was well received. Mr F. Ryder sang " The British Bulldog," and Master J. Rogers, always a favourite, sang " A Little Child Shall Lead Them." During the interval a presentation to Corpl. Revell was made by the chairman of a money-belt from the Tuakau Patriotic League and a parcel of comforts from the Women's Patriotic League. In making the presentation the chairman wished their guest every lack and a safe return. Mr Dynes Fulton also addressed some encouraging words and referred to the many excellent qualities which Corpl. Revell possessed. He hoped that Corpl Revell would not only do his duty but would return safe to New Zealand. Dancing was freely indulged in, Mr H. Lewis creditably carrying out the duties of M.C. Dance music was played by the Misses Lewis, Geraghty and Dickens and Mr John Ryder, while Miss Mayall also kindly acted as accompanist. Supper was provided by the Ladies' Patriotic League and altogether the function was a success.