CARTERTON

Wairarapa Times-Age, 7 May 1938, Page 9

CARTERTON

SOCIAL GATHERING. (“Times-Age”' Special). A' social gathering was held last evening at the St. Mark’s Parish Hall to farewell Miss Beryl Armstrong, who for a number of years has been prominently associated with the choir and also acted in the capacity of one of the voluntary organists for some time. There was a very large attendance of church people and friends, and the proceedings were most enthusiastic and enjoyable. A short musical programme was first held, those contributing including Mr and Mrs Millar Hope (Masterton), pianoforte duets; Miss D. Junker, Pahiatua, songs; Miss Beryl Armstrong, pianoforte solo; Mr D. J. Irwin, songs; Miss D. G. Armstrong, songs; and Miss Margaret Knutson, recitations. The contributors of the vocalists were received with appreciation, and they had to respond with encores.

The Rev. W. F. Stent, Vicar, then called on Mr W. G. Thomas, Vicar’s warden, to address the gathering. Mr Thomas referred in eulogistic terms to Miss Armstrong’s valued services to the church, and her ability as an organist. He wished her much happiness in her married sphere. Mr A. F. Stubbs, people’s warden, endorsed the remarks of the previous speaker and expressed the opinion that the church was losing a very valuable worker through Miss Armstrong’s departure, . Carterton’s loss would be another districts gain. The Rev. W. F. Stent in a reminiscent speech, mentioned how the name of Armstrong, had been associated in the community with church and music for over half a century. They were now losing Miss Armstrong’s valuable services as she was leaving the, district owing to her approaching marriage. There was no doubt that music meant harmony, and he wished Miss Armstrong the greatest happiness in her married life. Mr Stent then presented Miss Armstrong, on behalf of the parishioners, with a beautiful Wedgewood blue toilet set, and crystal perfume container. Mr Stent said Miss Armstrong would always be certain of a very warm welcome when revisiting Carterton.

In replying the guest of the evening thanked those present for their kindness and beautiful gift. Miss Armstrong mentioned the pleasure it always gave her to • assist in church work, and how much she always enjoyed playing the church organ for the services. She really had been inspired by the faithful workers, in other capacities, in the church, and their example always prompted her to carry on.

At the conclusion of he speech, Miss Armstrong was accorded musical honours, Mr Millar Hope playing the accompaniment. A delicious supper was served by the ladies and a very successful function concluded with the singing of Auld Lang Syhe. HARBOUR BOARD MATTERS. Yesterday afternoon at Carterton, Messrs T. Ji. Barrer and Hugh Morrison, sitting members of the Wellington Harbour Board, who are standing for re-election addressed a meeting at the Dalefield Dairy Company’s buildings. Mr W. Wilson (Carrington) occupied the chair. The speakers gave details as to the management of the Wellington Harbour Board, and stated that the port had started from a very small beginning, until now assets were held, that were worth £3,000,000. It was submitted that the Harbour Board members were trustees of what was probably the best port in the world. Discussing the cost of handling cargo at Wellington, it was mentioned that work done on the wharf in London by watersiders for £lOO cost in Sydney £l3O, while in New Zealand the figure increased to no less than £3OO. At the conclusion of the address the chairman moved a very hearty vote of thanks to the speakers. This was seconded by Mr L. J. Fairbrother, who recommended that Messrs Barrer and Morrison be also thanked for their past services. The motion was carried by acclamation. STORM EXPERIENCED. The district experienced a strong westerly wind last evening, which reached gale force at times. A thunder and lightning storm followed, accompanied by heavy rain, when the wind abated. PERSONAL. , Mrs N. F. Hornsby and Miss Telford have returned from an enjoyable motor tour to Gisborne and Rotorua. They were accompanied by Miss Hamilton, of Gisborne, who will be their guest for a few days. A GIFT EVENING. At the Masonic Hall a most enjoyable time was spent when the friends of Miss P. Priest tendered her a gift evening in connection with her approaching marriage. The music for the dancing was supplied by Mr Vin. Ashton and Mr R. Liddell, extras being played by Misses L. Harris and F. Steven, Mrs K. Worsfield and Mr C. Kiddie. Miss F. Steven and partner won the Monte Carlo waltz. At a suitable interval in the proceedings Mr Gordon Hughan extended to Miss Priest and Mr Liddell (her fiance) the best wishes of their friends for

their future happiness. Amidst applause Miss Priest opened the many gift parcels. Mr Liddell replied on behalf of Miss Priest and himself.