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Southland Times, Issue 24886, 28 October 1942, Page 3

HOME GUARD BALL.— B Company of the Tuatapere Home Guard held a successful ball in the Papatotara Hall. Private S. Baker, who was home on leave, was the guest of honour. A grand march was headed by Captain and Mrs R. C. McKenzie. Mr H. McDonald thanked the Home Guard for the opportunity of meeting Private Baker and wished the guest the best of luck. Private Baker was presented with an envelope. On behalf of local residents, Captain McKenzie expressed good wishes and Mr McFadgen also spoke. Mr W. F. Harrison spoke on behalf of the Returned Services Association. It was announced that £27 had been taken. VISITORS TO STEWART ISLAND.— The strong easterly wind which blew on > Saturday made Foveaux Strait unpleasantly rough for the trip to Stewart Island. Despite this many persons spent the week-end at the island, among them being a party of about 30 from the Y.M.C.A. The weather improved considerably on Sunday so that the visitors were able to view the various beauty spots at Halfmoon Bay and Paterson Inlet. There was only a light wind on Monday and the return journey was a more pleasant one for those who fared badly on Saturday.