DISTRICT NEWS.

Taranaki Daily News, 12 June 1919, Page 12

DISTRICT NEWS.

ALBERT ROAD. (From Our Own Correspondent.) A social was held in the Albert Road school on Monday evening, June 2, as a farewell +*> Mr. and Mrs. D. Jordan, who are retiring from farming and are going t.u reside! at Fitzroy. Mr. W. G. Shoemark presided, and, on behalf of the settlers of the district, presented Mrs. Jordan with a spirit. lamp and kettle and hot-water jug, and Mr. Jordan with a case of pipes. In making the presentation, Mr. Sboemark said that the district could ill afford to lose such settlers as Mr. and Mrs. Jordan, but that he hoped they would live long to enjoy their well-earned rest. Mr Jordan briefly returned thanks for himself and Mrs. Jordan. A presentation was also made to Mr. and Mrs. Les. Kirkby, who have sold their farm and are leaving the district. Mrs. Kirkby received a pair of silver vases, and Mr. Kirkby a pipe and tobacco pouch. Mr, Kirkby returned thanks. On June i a.wedding of local interest was solemnised at the Catholic Church, Inglewood, the contract-in;.' parties being Miss Pearl Jordan, scco' ; daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. Jordan, ■- . .vlaude Road, and Mr. Ben Schrider, of Albert Road. The wedding breakfast was partaken of at home, where intimate friends of the families were present. The presents were numerous and useful.

TARATA. (From Our Own Correspondent.) A most enjoyable social was held in the hall on May 23 to welcome home Corporal Tume, Privates E. Crowe, J. Burr, and J. Moratti. The heartiness of the welcome was manifested by the usual good attendance. Unfortunately sickness and important business prevented all except Corporal Tume from being present, but it is hoped that the absentees will be- welcomed at a later date. Mr. Standish, chairman of the Patriotic Committee, after duly welcoming Corporal Tume, called on Mrs. R. Patergon, sen., to present him with a handsome I travelling bag. In a few words, Corporal Tume suitably responded, and, after the singing of "He'a a Jolly Good Fellow" and three rousing cheers, supper was handed round by the 'committee. Dancing was kept up- until a late hour, the exceptionally good music being very kindly supplied 'by the Misses Williams, of Waitui. The residents of Tarata and Pukeho Rre very sorry to hear that they are losing their factory manager, Mr. J. Lynch. Mr. and Mrs. Lynch have been extremely popular in the district, and Omata is to be congratulated on securing the services of such a capable manager.

KAIMA'L'A. (From Our Own Correspondent.) There was a very large gathering on Friday night to give our soldiers a welcome home, and the committee is to be congratulated on tl e success of the function. At 8 o'clock there was just comfortable room for the dancers, and by 9 o'clock the hall was packed, and there were half as many outside as there were in. Major J. B. and Mrs. Hine were present at very great inconvenience to themselves, as our SI.P. had to attend a similar function at Stanley Road the came evening. This is the reward of the willing horse. At T).30 p.m. Sergeant H. Old had our returned boy. lined up on the stage, 14 in all, 2 being away from home. The chairman (Mr Mackie) then Btepped forward, snd, in the name of the settlers, bade the soldiers a hearty welcome. He said they were proud of our boys, and he hoped that on such an occasion they would remember the lads who had made the last stand, and were now the nation's heroes. He briefly introduced Major Hine, and asked him to address the gathering. Major Hine was greeted with tremendous applause, and, in <i short address, referred to some of the things he had seen. The major then presented the soldiers with medals. Sergeant Old briefly returned thanks for himself and comrades, and the audience aang "For They Are Jolly Good Fellows" in a very hearty manner. The chairman then called for three cheers for Major and Mrs. Hine, which were given in good old British style.

Misses Death and Bin-well pinned on the medals, being assisted by Mcsdames Giddy and Wallace. Major and Mrs. Hine, after having some light refreshments, bade us good-bye, and proceeded to Stanley Road. The Ms.C. were Messrs W. Braeegirdle and B. Burkiardt, and they must have proved their duties more arduous than pleasant. Mr. J. Wilson and family of three supplied the music, beir.g ably assisted by Miss Nicvholls, of Waverley, and Mr L. Egarr (piccolo), whilst various ladies contributed the extras. Songs were given by Miss Mackie ana Mr. D Paterson, of Tarata. Supper time was an experience for the ladies. Dancing was kept up until two o'clock, ending a function that will not soon be forgotten at Kaimata.