STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 21 September 1918, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(From Our Own Correspondent.) [All communications, letters, etc., left with •' Ur 11. J. Hojkta, booltseller, will receive cromct I Mteniiou.] i 1 : MiVSQXJJSRADE BALL. Holding a masquerade LaU proved a means of drawing liu public to lUa ! own UaJl last tveiing, when tlwre was a record atteuJauso, the floor being crowded to excess when the Grand March commenced the proceedings, Dancers were present from all round this district, and considerable ingenuity was 3 : ;>[.ia;cd, particularly by tho fair sex. Miss Crossan won the tival>y for moat original costume, "Totaliimlor," a popular verdict, the Mayor humorously remarking that he intended to have a waltz with "the road to ruin." Miss Cathie (witch) was a good second Mr. A- Coleman, Pukengahu, also scored a popular win with his costume (Copper Trail). Another unique costume was that of Mr. Sid. Ward as a Maori chief. The convenience of dancers and spectators was considered in every manner. The orchestra were heard to advantage at the entrance to the hall, the stage •being reserved for non-dancers. Besides the presentation of the trophies for costumes, the Stratford Football dub's captain (Mr. B. Kivell) was presented with a banner of the club's colors, made 'jy the Stratford schoolgirls. The ban- i rier was hoisted before the public several . times before finally going tu the club, Mr. E Cottier being the auctioneer. The players made a presentation of a photograph of the teams to Mr. .J. Tizard, for the interest he had taken in the club. The music, which was considered to be easily the best dance music in Stratford, was provided bv Mr Fovi orchestra. comnrHiis- V Lister, C. IT. Pcnn, and D. McAllister (violins), J. McAllister (double bass), T. Wilson (trombone) H. Burmeister (cornet). and A Vinsen (drum;)- Messrs 1). M. Clarke, E. iKcbbon, J..H. Thompson, A. Nelson, J. Lister, and J. Pierce were M.'sC., and wroked hard throughout the evening to secure the comfort of all. A special word is due to the ladies' committee for jj the complete arrangements made in the <• refreshment department, there being an abundance of toothsome eatables. Mr. ) J H Thompson, as chairman of committee. Mr T). M. fin rice secretary, and Mr. ,T. S Rowe organiser, with their assistants, have every reason to be well satisfied with the results, which, although not available for a few davs, are expected to he crood. being taken at the doors whilst .£lO was secured M'roush the banner sale- Altogether, the masotterade ball should leave pleasant recollections to all of a most successful function. A. AND P.. ASSOCIATION. Those present at the A and P. Association's executive meeting last night v.erc: Messrs J. W. Boon (president, in tiie chair), W Pet-tigrew, T. Reader, T. | Aylward, E. H, Liimell, A. Huggett, D. IK McMillan, W. -J. Lopdell, and C. Jackson. Inglewood Bacon Factory donated £2 *2«, for which the association forward thanks. ; Mr. Tvrcr. headmaster of the school, i is to be interviewed regarding a com--1 ne'.ition with boys regarding notes and books on work done at the Model Dairy farm. Stratford Town Band will supply the trnisi.'- at the second day of the show. A committee wa* appointed to endeavor to lecnre special trains, north j and south in connection with the show. A rest tent, in chnrge of the Salvation Army, will he set np for use by mothers with yonn<? children. No exhibitor will be permitted to take milk from the grounds without first, obtaining the consent of the steward (Mr. 0 Jackson) I Mr. C- Jackson's notice of motion—"That the pmc of l<i guineas for the open hnuters' competition he increased to guineas"—was lost. Mr firriv, factorv tester, announced his willinsiiess to do the testing in connection with the one-day milking competition.—Accepted with thanks. The report of the Home Industries Committee created a food d»al of discussion. hut was finally adopted. The new schedule will include classes for carrots, potatoes, etc. The essay, "AirieiiltnralShows; Their Interests and Benefit's," hfl.s evidently not caught on. the secretary stating that «o far no entries had been received, hut, there is yet time for the scholars to prepare the CFsnv. ae the entries do not close till the end of the month. GENERAL. Mr- R. H. Cameron has received notice that Nurse M. J. Cameron has been ad-, mitted to n hospital as a "contact." It is believed tha.t the Stratford nurse was one of the contingent on the transport that contracted "influenza." Nurse Cameron has already had a lengthy experience as a Red Cross nurse, and her numerous friends here all hope to hear of her speedy recovery. The Toko ladies will have control of . the Mart and Tea Rooms to-morrow (•Saturday). The Ladies' Patriotic Committee will he very pleased to receive goods of all descriptions from sympathisers with the war workers- Tho-'! who have snare books, photo frames, vegeta'' rake', etc., will find theft gifts i, ■ acceptable. Stratford footballers arj very fortunate. Besides having a lianner presented hv the Stratford schoolgirls, the senior fifteen have also received caps, the gits of Mr. E. -Jackson, an old player himself. i There are plenty of folks who appreciate nice pictures in the home. To those on the look-out for illuminations fit to grace any wall?, we can recommend a call at C- E. .Tames' Warehouse Here one can get. the pictures in all shapes and sizes, framed and unframed, on the premises. Mr. .Tames is also offering £rreat values in ladies' handbags, etc.— Advt.