MOUTOA MERRYMAKERS

Shannon News, 25 August 1922, Page 3

MOUTOA MERRYMAKERS

SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE,

Unfortunately the weather conditions on Tuesday evening were anything but pleasant for the appearance in Shannon of the Moutoa Merrymakers, who had to journey from Moutoa and Foxton. They deserve great credit for keeping faith with the public in Shannon, as owing to the rain .during the past two days causing the river to flood, the road was

under water for about a mile, it being three feet deep in places. Vehicles were requisitioned to bring the party to Shannon, and after a trying time they arrived and were ready to start at the appointed time. The performers were rewarded with a good at-

, tendance, and it must have, been very pleasing to thlm to note the manner in which the various items were received. Mr J. Aitken, who had charge of the concert party, must have felt gratified at the results at- ; tained. The choruses were excellent and recalls were the order of the even-

ing. The first part of the’ programme was devoted to a. Pierrot entertainment, the members being attired in the Moutoa colours, yellow and red, while the second half was a cafe scene. The children’s dances were arranged by Mrs Hall,, and showed good work on her part, Mr Hornblow made a great hit with his singing of “My Favourite Flowers,” and “Tony, the Swiss Mountaineer,” and on being recalled was assisted by a dog, which

fairly brought the house down. Miss Upton, who has a nice soprano voice, rendered. "Agatha Green,” and “Waiata Poi” in a very pleasing manner.

Mrs Freerfian’s singing of “Jumpers” and “Here’s to Love and Laughter,” called forth rounds of applause. Mrs Aitkens song, “Our Own Dear Flag” suitpd her nicely. Mrs Davey was

heard to advantage in “Love Will Find a Way,” and “The Sheik.” Mrs Austin’s rendering of “Weeping Willow Lane,” with harmonious chorus, was much enjoyed, as also was the duet of Mesdames Davey and Hall. Mr Aitken’s songs, “Can’t. Yo Hear Me Callin’, Caroline ” and “I Want To Go Bye-bye,” were very popular. Mrs Bagnall recited “The -Old Flag” very

nicely. Mr Quarrie, who is always a favourite, had the audience with

him in his happy rendering of “Happy Ohio,” in which he excelled himself. Mr Head, in “Go to Sea,” and ‘‘Joggin’ Along the Highway,” was well received. Mr Mason’s choice of two Eastern songs suited his mellow voice, and he also sang a dfiet with Mr de Luen. During the singing of the choruses and other popular airs the voices of the Wairarapa footballers, who were the guests of the Shannon Football Club, were heard to advantage.

Just before the conclusion of the entertainment, Mr Aitken came on to the stage, and in a few well-chosen words, thanked the audience for their attendance, and at the same time invited the Wairarapa football team to stay behind and meet the Moutoa people. After the performance the entertainers and the football team were treated to supper by some of the residents of Shannon.