KING COUNTRY JOTTINGS

Sun (Auckland), Volume I, Issue 184, 25 October 1927, Page 5

KING COUNTRY JOTTINGS

The Anglican vicar of the Ohura district, the Rev. Hart, recently preached his farewell sermon at Ohura, prior to the departure of himself and Mrs. Hart to Warkworth. Mr. and Mrs. Hart made many friends in the King Country parish, and their popularity was expressed in concrete form when the parishioners made them a presentation of a beautiful travelling rug, from the Ohura Anglican Church. Mr. C. H. Speakman referred to the good work done by the guests in the locality. The Rev. Hart responded on behalf of Mrs. Hart and himself, and said they were sorry to leave behind the many kind friends they had made in the Ohura. * * * A very large gathering of friends and wellwishers was present in the Ohura Town Hall on the occasion of a farewell social tendered to Mr. J. McCort, who is leaving the district for Wanganui. Dancing was indulged in, the music being supplied by Mrs. A. Armstrong, extras being played by Miss Treacy and Miss Koorey. Mr. P. Symons was M.C. During an interlude in the proceedings Mr. Mea : chant presented Mr. MqCort with a solid leather travelling bag, as a mark of esteem from his many friends. The guest suitably acknowledged the gift, and expressed appreciation of the pleasant evening given him. Supper was dispensed, and the function concluded with the singing of “For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow.” There was a very large attendance at the children’s fancy dress ball at Niho Niho, many from considerable distances being present despite heavy rain. The ball was a success in every way, and reflected great credit on the organisers, and the decorations, together with the maze of fancy dresses, combined to make a very picturesque scene. The first prize was won by “the bridal couple,” D. Manning, jnr., and S. Stevenson. The characterisation was well carried out, and the winners deserved their success. The prizes for the most original costumes went to Miss B. Bell and Mr. McDonald. The Ongarue Tennis Club gave a dance, which, despite the inclement weather, was largely attended and very enioyable. Mrs. D. J. McCracken supplied the music, and Mr. N. A. Prussing was M.C. The ladies served a delightful supper. The opening of the Eflis and Burnand courts at Ongarue took place in lovely weather, with visitors present from all the adjacent towns, including Manunui and Mangapehi. The club president, Mr. A. H. Delaney, was unavoidably absent, and acting on his behalf Mr. F. Hayman opened the courts and expressed great pleasure at seeing so many visitors present. The ladies provided a delicious repast during the afternoon, and the opening day proved a most enjoyable event. The club has every prospect of a successful season before it. * * • The funds of the Taumaraunui"’Anglican Church were benefited to a considerable extent as the result of a successful garden party held at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. E. Edwards. The grounds had been specially decorated for the event, and with various stalls presented an animated appearance. The various workers were: Afternoon tea, which was served in the drawing-room, Mesdames Keller. Bullians, Hostick and Hault; work stall, Mesdames Cate, Brown and Pearce, sweets, Mesdames Rennie and Phillips; produce, Mesdames Reardon and Williamson; cakes, Medames Corlett. Jones and Johns. A number of competitions were organised by Mesdames Johnston, Christmas and Richter, and were won as follows: —Tray cloth. Mrs. Lynskey; cake guessing, Mrs. Girvin; putting competitions were won by Mrs. Rennie, Miss Ngaire Williamson and Miss McPherson. In the course of the afternoon Mrs. Williamson contributed vocal items that were greatly *.ppreciated. * • » A happy little function took place at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Deverill, “The Terrace,” Te Koura, to mark the coming-of-age of Miss Margaret Coutts, eldest daughter of Mr. R. Coutts, also of Te Koura. Dancing occupied the major portion of the proceedings. and at intervals musical, vocal and elocutionary items were rendered by members of the party. The process of “cutting the cake” was accompanied by the toasting of the guest’s health, and a delicious supper was served. Miss Coutts was the recipient of many beautiful and presents. # Bridge evenings continue to hold sway in Taumarunui, and pleasant parties have been given by a number of popular hostesses. The Bridge Club held its final evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. E. Managh. when Mrs. Christmas secured the highest number of points. The hostess served a dainty supper at the conclusion of play. At a party at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. W. Garvin, the highest score was put up by Mrs. Reardon, and Mrs. Dr viand succeeded in discovering the nidden number. The hostess treated her guests to a delicious supper. Mrs. D. Simmons entertained a number of friends to a party at her residence, when Mrs. Ryan succeeded in compiling the highest points. Mrs. Simmons served a dainty supper, and a most pleasant time was spent. Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Shearman, of Raurimu, entertained a number of friends at a delightful flag 500 party at their residence, the large drawingroom of which had been charmingly decorated with bowls of primroses and japonica. Miss Murray and Mr. Shearman won the 500 tourney, the consolation prize going to Mrs. Gibbs. Musical items were contributed by Miss E. Grice and Miss Shearman, and the guests were treated to a most delicious supper At the residence of Mr. and Mrs. W. Johns, the former of whom is the president of the Taumarunui Rugby Sub-Union, the union entertained its ladies’ committee to a social evening. A pleasant time was spent by everyone. the proceedings including numerous instrumental and vocal contributions, and a toast list was honoured ! Mr. and Mrs. H. Seddon Hills, of j Taumarunui. gave a pleasant musical j evening to a number of friends, a very j fine programme being rendered by the ! guests. Accompaniments were played bv Mrs. Hills and Mrs. W. Wilson, of j Manunui. The hostess served a dei licious supper. The members of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union recently met in ; Taumaraunui to meet the Dominion president, Mrs. T. E. Taylor, of Christchurch, who is on a Dominion tour. The meeting was informal, and mem- : bers took the opportunity of talking over the work that had been accomplished, and making of plans for the future. Mrs. Taylor outlined the field : of work most required, and her advice : was greatly appreciated by those prej sent.