DISTRICT NEWS.

Taranaki Daily News, 27 June 1922, Page 7

DISTRICT NEWS.

UPPER MANGOREI. (From Our Own Correspondent.) On Friday evening, Juno 2, the people of Mangorei met together to bid farewell to two of the settlers who were leading the district, the lease of their farm having expired. Mr. Jackson occupied the chair. The evening passed with a programme of songs, recitations, etc., by local residents, ably helped by the school children. Mr. Jackson then asked Messrs. Balson Bros., to come forward, and in making them a presentation -of a travelling rug each he expressed the sorrow of the Mangorei people in losing them from the district, as they had always acted as true neighbors in all ways. Mr. A. H. Balson had been school committee chairman for three years and while chairman the new school had been built. Mr. C. Balson would be more missed from their little social evenings, where he had always been willing to lend a helping hand. The people of the district wished them good luck and success in their new homes. The guests responded, after 1 which supper was provided by the ladies and dancing followed for the rest of the evening. On Friday evening, June 16, a farewell was given to Mr. Les. Lyford. As usual on such occasions, a concert was given for the first part of the evening, Mr. Pearce being in the chair. After a very good programme the chairman said ho wished to thank one and all who had so ably come forward that evening on short notice to make the gathering such a pleasant and successful one. They had met together to bid farewell to one who had proved himself a man among men. He had won distinction at the front and while a resident among them he had also distinguish-ed-himself in making a gallant fight to keep things- going and make a home for his loved ones. He asked Mr. Lyford to come forward and receive a cheque for £2O from the resi dents of Mangorei, who all wished him much success. Mr. Lyford suitably responded. After singing "For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow," a bountiful supper was handed round by the ladies.- Dancing followed, music being provided by our old friend, Mrs. Worn, and Mr. Balchin acted as M.C. WHAREHUIA. (From Our Own Correspondent.) The milking season has once more drawn to a close as far as most of the farmers around this part of the district are concerned. One or two still have an odd cow or two working, and are running their unilk to the ’ main factory in Midhirst. The local creamery received', unilk. for the last time on Friday, so now the main thoroughfare of Wharehuia is very quiet first thing in the morning, the silence being broken only by the noise of the motor cycle by the morning paper man. The local school boys arc very enthusiastic followers of New Zealand's national game, namely, Rugby. They have had several practice matches and friendly, games with neighboring schools and have had some easy wins. The Rugby Union have arranged for a senior and junior school competition, so the local boys have joined forces with the Midhirst boys, and are going to put up a good fight to gain a place as near the top as possible in the competition. Last Saturday week they I met Cardiff on the latter’s ground and de- | feated them by a good margin. Last Saturday they met Toko at Toko and again had a win, the score being 35 to nil. After the match the boys were entertained to a dainty afternoon tea by a number of the Toko ladies, under the leadership of Mrs. Hine. The boys axe greatly indebted to Mr. J. Phillips, who has on both occasions taken them in his waggon. If it had not been for his generosity it would not have been possible for the boys to enter for the competition. Another of the series of fortnightly dances was held in the social hall on Friday evening last, when a very enjoyable evening was spent by all present. The duties of M.C. were ably carried out by Mr. Chard, senr., while Mrs. Bianchi officiated at the piano in her usual pleasing style, extras being supplied by several local players. It is with regret that I have to report that another two of our highly esteemed residents arc about to leave these parts to take up their residence in New Plymouth. Mr. and Mrs. Vivian have resided here for a number of years, in fact they are amongst the oldest residents of the district. On Wednesday evening a social was held in the church to bid them farewell, when a. large and representative gathering attended, taxing the seating accommodation to the utmost. During the evening several musical and vocal items were rendered by local and visiting artists. Miss Forbes opened the proceedings with a pianoforte solo, songs were given by Mrs. Pickles, Miss Jackson, Rev. Neale, Messrs: Pickles and Weston, and two snort, but highly amusing readings by Miss Sartori. During the proceedings the Rev. Neale spoke of the loss the district would sustain by the departure of Mr. and Mrs. Vivian, as they always took a keen interest in the social welfare of the district, and were ardent workers for the church. On bei half of the residents of 'Wharehuia he then ; handed Mr. and Mrs. Vivian a motor 1 rug and. a pair of motor gloves as a token of the esteeun in which they are held. Miss Ivy and Master Gordon Vivian were also the recipient of a small present each In the form of a trinket box and pocket knife. Several local residents spoke in eulogistic terms of the popularity of Mr. and Mrs. Vivian, both as neighbors and residents of the district. A dainty supper was then handed roiind and the evening finally brought to a close with musical honors.

Most of the sporting men of this small corner have been complaining about the shortage of game. Hares are not as plentiful as they might be, and pheasants, well the mere mention of one sets all the sports going in the one direction. There is one who seems to have had a little more luck, although he is reputed to carry only a bow and arrow, for last Monday evening a tin canning party paid a visit, to the soldier settlement ana there is every promise of another one tn a few days in another comer of the district. The question of the hour now is who will be the next to fall a victim to cupld’s bow.

Local people have no reason to complain about the lack of amusement, for in the next fortnight there are several entertainments in view. On Monday (26th) a farewell to Mr. I’. Myers' (who is leaving the district), is to be lield in the Social Hall, and on Friday (30th) the School Committee have pencilled the hall for a grand concert and dance in aid of the school funds. Some of the leading talent of the Stratford and surrounding districts has been engaged, so the concert will be of the best. The following week there is every possibility of a euchre party in the hall and the third of the series of church socials is to be held in the church. DOUGLAS. (From Our Own Correspondent.) Some little time ago the ladies of Dougins held a plain and fancy dress ball, and although the weather proved very unfavorable the function was a marked success, and all present spent a thoroughly enjoyable evening. Misses Bredow and Walter carried out the duties of M.C.'s most creditably, and the supper and music left nothing te be desired. Some very good fancy costumes were worn. Following is a list:—Mrs. Schwleters "Black Cat,” Misses G. Bredow "Hiawatha,” Rodgers "Erin," D. Wilrnshurst "Night," I. Chapman "Powder Puff,” A. Chapman "•Dawn," Wolfe "Peace,” Westrup "Eastern Lady," Walter "Folly," Remmington "Billiards.” McLellan "Night,” Jacobs "Gardner," Reid "Red, White and Blue,” I. Wiley "Autumn,” J. Needham "Roses," M. Main "Japanese,” E. Wilrnshurst. "Scotch Lassie,” Messrs. Marshall "Highlander,” Needham "Baby," Brough "Sporting Gentleman," Moir "Tennis,” Rodgers "Satan,” Mann "Town and Country.” It seems a pity that such a few men- wear fancy costumes. The last euchre party and dance was very Successful and attracted quite a number of outsiders. The ladies’ prize was won by Mrs. Thompson and Mr. A. Walter won the gentlemen’s prize. • . The factory has now closed after running three weeks longer than usual. I hear Mr. Bredow has sold one of his farms for dairying purposes. There is much good dairying land in this locality still used i for grazing purposes and It would be to the advantage of the district generally If It was | carrying dairy herds, as it would give work to many families, and also be of benefit to

the suppliers of the factory by reducing manufacturing costs. WAI-TOI-TOI—URENUI. (From Our Own Correspondent.) The Wai-toi-toi Dairy Ctftrrpany have paid out Is 3d per lb for butterfat l for the month of May, and it is stated will close down for the season at the end of the present month, but. will continue to receive cream on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays on each week, arrangements having been completed with the North Taranaki company to manufacture the butter. As the supply has now become somewhat Iwnited. this course, besides proving more economical, will enable some necessary overhauling and repairs to the plant to be carried out. Both these factories should benefit considerably by the present rise in the price of butter and cheese at Home, as It is understood North Taranaki has a large quantity of butter shipped which should just about arrive in time te benefit by the high prices, whilst Wai-toi-toi have several conngnments of cheese in the same position. It is to be hoped that this will prove tite case, and that after all the delay in the shipment of cheese may be the means of improving the pay-out at the end of the season. With a view to improving the surroundings of the factory and also to provide shelter, the Wai-toi-toi Dairy Company have decided to purchase a quantity of trees for planting from the Mimi school nursery. Settlers in the district have also expressed their intention of encouraging the children by taking any trees they have for sale. No doubt the results achieved this year will stimulate the pupils to continue the good work, and that next season they will have a much larger number of seedlings to dispose of. Frontiersmen are reminded that the customary monthly meeting of the Ati Awa troop takes place in Urenui on Friday evening next, the 30th inst. As there is so<me important business to be transacted a full attendance of members is requested. -Those of the troop who attended the recent encampment in New Plymouth report having spent a most enjoyable and instructive visit, whilst the winning of the Thompson Cup by comrade C. Rumbal was the means of adding additional interest to the event, and that popular rifleman came in for many congratulations from both members of the Ati Awa and other troops- on his success. Colonel CH. Weston made special reference to the matter during' his speech at .the conference held during the period of encampment, and also referred to the manner in which the At! Awians had turned out to meet Colonel Melville on the occasion of his visit to Urenui last winter. The mounted troopers in this district will be required to attend the week’s drill in Urenui, which commences on Thursday next, the 29th inst., and—continues until July 6. They will assemble at 9 a.m. and be dismissed at 4 p.m. on each day. It is stated that active preparations are being made for carrying out the military ball, which takes place on the evenig of the last day of drill, at which no doubt there will be a large attendance of the public. A football unatch - which created a considerable amount of local interest was played on the recreation ground, Urenui, on Thursday last, between teams representing the settlers of Onaero and Walpapa. A good contest resulted, and considering that many of the players had not donned jerseys for yeaxs, some remarkably good form was shown, Onaero, though defeated by :ix points to three, put up a great fight, and the return match, which is. to take place it Waipapa shortly, will be lookfed forward te with keen interest. As referee, Mr. Jas. Roach gave general satisfaction. his decision beifig prompt and correct, whilst his duties were made more arduous by the fact that the players were arrayed In a large variety of colors, and he had to distinguish them more by their faces than their jerseys. At the conclusion of the match Waipapa were entei'talned at dinner at the Urenui Hotel, during the course of which a number of toasts were proposed and honored. It is understood that a team from Wai-toi-toi will try conclusion with the winners of the next contest on a date to be arranged, and as we have some heavy forwards and spejgiy backs in this locality, no doubt they will render a good account of themselves. Mr. Geoff. Fitzgerald, who sustained an ’njured ankle in the recent football match between Urenui and Tukapa, Is still on crutches, and it is expected it will be some little time before he plays again. Though most followers of football in this locality are Rugby enthusiasts, there is alnw certain to be a fair number of visiters *• New Plymouth on Wednesday next te attend the soccer ■match between Taranaki and Australian representatives, and doubtless those who make the trip will witness a most interesting contest.