CARLTON PICNIC

Pukekohe & Waiuku Times, Volume 9, Issue 508, 24 February 1920, Page 1

CARLTON PICNIC

A SUCCESSFUL EVENT. One of the most successful picnics ever held in this district eventuated on Saturday at Carlton in Mr. J. Steenson's paddock, under the auspices of a committee of residents of i,he settlement. The locality was an ideal one for a picnic, it being bordered on the south-western side with beautiful native bush. Taking advantage of the magnificent day, people from far and near gathered on the picturesque grounds. The event was an annual one prior to the outbreak of war, but during the conflict of nations the authorities decided to abandon the picnic. The first since the cessation of hostilities took place as 'above. An energetic committee of ladies and gentlemen had elaborate arrangements complete, and everything went off without a hitch, culminating in the most successful function ever held. There were games and sports for young and old, all spending a thoroughly enjoyable time. The success of the day's outing is due to the efforts of a large committee of ladies, assisted by Messrs. T. W. Woods (handicapper), A. Robinston (starter), T. Jenkins (call steward), J. Foster (judge) and W. Hill, who presented the prizes, one and all of whom worked assiduously to achieve tthe desired object. Refreshments, in the hands, .f the ladies, were duly arenvii.iu'. The princir" : events in connection with the s porta were:— Junior Sumiaj School GirL;' Krent. —E. Foster i ••: !i : •. V i'l'kr 3. i Senior Suntia"' Sclk-iI. Girls.—-I. Foster 1, V. Sl<- nsen 2, C. Porter 3. Boys' Race, 9 <,o 12 years.—K. Steenson 1, P. Campbell 2, C. Box 3. Girls' Race, 9to 12 years.—C. Matuschka 1, N. Foster 2, G. Steenson 3. Apple-eating Competition. G. Steenson 1, G. Michie 2, C. Box 3. Boys. 12 and under 15.—1. Jenkins 1, W. Rae 2, C. Box 3. Girls, 12 and and r 15. S. Parkinson, N. Gillon 2, !. Stewart 3. Young Lartio' ! ! ■••".- -11. i, J. Stewart 2. \ r . Steenson 3, Young Ladies-, Race, IS to 21.—V. Pox 1, F. Jenkins 2. Thre.xd the N-f-dle Race—V. Steenson an 1 Les Hint 1.0. Jenkins and I. Jenkins 2, F. Jenkins and C. Matuschka 'i. Young Men's Race.—W. Gillon 1, N. Guinnan 2. L. Hart 3. Blindfold Ladies' Race.—Miss 0. Jenkins 1, Miss L. Matuschka 2, Mrs Strong 3. Married Ladies' Race.—Mrs. Porter 1, Mrs. J. Steenson 2, Mrs. Jenkins 3 Nail Driving Competition.—Mrs. Taylor 1, Mrs. W. Steen«on 2, Mrs. Foster 3. Hop, Step and Juni i . Steensi n 1, J. Steenson 2. Married Mer Rucp. Knight i, Matthews 2, Mutusch. '». Blindfold Race <:■■■■).- ii. Stephens 1, N. Gillon 2. Sack Race. —B. Jenkins 1, I. Jenkins 2, G. Steenson 3. Boys' Three-legged Race. G. Steenson and I. Jenkins 1, S. McNally and N. Brownlee 2, R. Parkinson and P. Campbell 3. Girls'" Race, over 14— B. Johnstone 1, H. Box 2, F. Rae 3. Girls' Race, 14 and under.—C. Preece 1, N. Gillon 2, B. Johnstone 3. Sawing Competition.—Mrs T. Jenkins 1, Mrs. Taylor 2, Mrs. Foster 3. At the conclusion of the events refreshments were provided, after which cheers were given for the committee and officials, and to Rir. J. Steenson for the use of the paddock.