KIHIKIHI.

Waikato Argus, Volume V, Issue 346, 27 September 1898, Page 3

KIHIKIHI.

Chukcu Meeti.no.—On Thursday last a special meeting of the Cnrist Church vestry was held, at which there was a lull attendance. The Rev. J. Kay 11 presided, and explained that he would have to leave the parish io a few days, he having beeu appointed to St. Sepulchre's (Auckland) for 12 months, timing the absence of Archdeacon Dudley iu consequence of illness. He also txplaiued the arrangements the Bishop had made for the working of the Waikato West Parish pending the appointment of a resident, clergyman. It was resolved to adopt the proposed arrangements, but after some discussion the following resolution was passed:— That in view of the fact that our Vicar (Mr Kayll) was appointed to this paiish less than seven months ago, under the, distinct understanding of a I'2 months' engagement, this vestry regrets that (under the circumstances that have arisen) his Lordship Bishop Cowie has decided to recall him (Mr Ka>ll) to -t. Sepulchre's, Auckland, and are of opinion that frequent changes are not conducive to the best interests of the church in this parish. The /icar announced that he had chosen Mr G. Walksr as Minister's Warden. Mr Hutchinson reported that he Had just lodged to the church's credit at the Bank subscriptions collected by members of his family amounting to about .-£6. It was resolved that a repairs fund be at oiice started ; offers of material and labour weie made by those present, and were accepted with thanks, and Mr Kayll very liberally promised a donation of £2 io this fund. Salvation Army.—On Sunday night lasc the lack of church services here was to some extent made up for by an open air meeting of the Salvation Army, under the conduct of several Army officers who reside in this district. The night being fine and moonlight, they had quite a considerable gathering, who for the most part afforded them a quiet and attentive hearing. The absence of any musical instrument to assist the voices was noticeable. Footuall Dinner. There was great jubilation here on Saturday night o-er the victory of the Kihikihi lootballers in their match against Te Awamulti for | Mr O'Connor's banner. There was a very large attendance at the dinner given by the Kihikihi Club to the Te Awamutu team and other visitors, the Alpha Hotel dining-room being taxed to its utmost. Mr O'Connor presided, and the banner was displayed just behind hirn. At a smoke concert held subsequently Mr O'C mnor's health was drunk in true footballers' style with musical honours, and that gentleman acknowledged the toast, expressing his pleasuie at having witnessed the well-fought and friendly games that day and the previous Saturday. He proposed the health of the Kihikihi team, and Mr Gardiner (the captain of the winning team) responded in a neat little speech. After the toast of the Te Awamutu team had been proposed and responded to, a good musical programme was gone through with the assistance of Messrs F. Corboy and J. Bathnrst a.i accompanists. The following gentlemen contributed scnga : Messrs Rigg, Bowden, Gresham, McDonald, G. Wilson, Gardiner, Bathurst, Brett, C. and T. Wilson, Matheson and others, and a recitation by Mr Lewis. A very jolly evening roncluded fit about 10 o'clock when the Tc Awamutu boys left for home in Floyd's brake with a send-off of three lusty cheers. —(Own Correspondent).