STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 13 September 1917, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(From Our Own Correspondent.) [All communications, letters, etc., left with Mr. 11. J. Hopkins, bookseller, will receive prompt attention.] TOKO'S SOCIAL. The attendance of the public was very satisfactory at the social organised by the young'ladies of Toko, in aid of patriotic funds. The evening proved a most successful one, all present having a most enjoyable experience. The ladies loomed largely on the programme, and their items were very much appreciated. In justice to eome of the male performers who were "absent without leave," it might be stated that indisposition prevented some from making the journey, whilst another soloist was side-tracked through lack of means of locomotion. Miss Phillips was very successful in her solo "One Sleeping Hour." which was enhanced by the violin obligato by Miss Rogers; a little dot or tot, Mies M. Jones, sang sweetly "iPiease Give me a Penny," and scored a small store of coin. Miss Bretherton contributed the popular •'Mother Macliree," whilst Mr. George Sanne was deservedly recalled for his •item. The Rogers trio (Mr. and Misses A. and E. Rogers) delighted lovers of high-grade music with their artistic rendition of "Rigolctto." Miss Am,, Rogers also acted as principal accompanist. The dance music was in the capable hands of Mrs. Bianlii, whilst the energetic MaN Gernhoefer proved an idea! M.C. Those tt.ho kindly placed their car* at the disposal of the committee were Messrs Worthington, Whittle, Bridger and Gernhoefer. GENERAL. The Mayoress of Wellington, Mrs. J. P. Luke, was in .Stratford last evening. During her etav here she addressed the Ladies' Patriotic Committee on Red Cross work, the Lady Liverpool fund, and what was wanted for the men in the trenches. The notice of the meeting ■was very short, but those present thoroughly appreciated the remarks made by Mrs. Luke, who returned to Wellington this morning. Whilst in Stratford, she was the guest of the president c" the Ladies' Patriotic League (Mrs. J. W. Bom). Those who had the picture of listening to Rogers orchestra 1 9 or 10 | instrument j) at Mr. Varnev's (Y.M.C.A.) lecture, will again be treated to some I favorite selections at Sapper Moore's tincture this weak, the orchestra havinu

generously resolved to assist. Mr. Frank Ranford, one of Stratford's popular comedians, is at present laid up for repairs. All his numerous friends liopo that the "genial smile" will presently again dominate his countenance. Just now he is under medical treatment, but. hopes to be soon able to again win a succession of smiles and applause from the concert platform.

There is no time like lite present. It is yours, and the wise man is he who makes tho most of the opportunity. Just now the opportunity of making a li - tie cash go a long way is presented-at Mr. C. E. James' warehouse. Prices are down to bedrock, whilst quality is of the highest. Ladies, don't neglect this chance of securing best leather handbags, jewellery, wedding presents, et'e., now offering. Call and inspect when next in town.