MANUREWA

Pukekohe & Waiuku Times, Volume 7, Issue 387, 28 June 1918, Page 1

MANUREWA

RED CROSS TEA On Saturday last Mesdames Perry, Palmer and Mellars were co-hostesses at a very enjoyable afternoon entertainment held in the Town Hall in aid o£ the Red Cross funds. In spite of heavy showers the building was filled and the ladifs' efforts were rewarded when it was announced that about £ls would be added to the fund. The Rev P. Smallfield, vicar, gave an interesting address and illustrated by the fable of the bundle of sticks how necessary it was that each branch of the Victoria League should do its " bit" to maintain the whole. An excellent musical programme and an address by Private Laud who, after nearly four years' service, is on furlough, were much appreciated. Mrs Hudson Williamson, who : a so well known as the Mother of the Red Cross teas, spoke very feelingiy on the necessity for provision being made for the Boys &8 they returned and expressed her sorrow that invalided and incapacitated soldiers were supplied to their hurt with intoxicating liquor. She begged her hearers not to blame the lads who had done their bit but to blame the men who benefitted and who had stayed at home. The entertainment was opened and ended by the singing of the National Anthem.