FEATHERSTON

Wairarapa Times-Age, 27 June 1939, Page 7

FEATHERSTON

LITERARY INSTITUTE ANNUAL MEETING OF MEMBERS. (“Times-Age” Special.) The annual meeting of the Featherston Literary Institute was held yesterday,' Mr R. W. Matthews presiding over a fair attendance of members., The report stated: The Institute's year has been very successful in that regular purchases of new books were able to be made from Institute funds supplemented by private donations. The children’s section in particular benefited to the extent of £l6 from a private grant. The Country Library Service commenced in December last and the free service to. residents in the borough is reflected in the membership increase, 75 to 190, including 27 country subscribers. The service provides 150 books which are changed every four months. With the increase in membership this number is not adequate and arrangements have been made with the Borough Council to purchase additional books at regular intervals from part of the Bidwill bequest. A new card index system was put into operation some months ago and has justified the change. During the year the Institute Was painted, shelving altered in the lending section and the room repapered. The lighting was also considerably improved. The committee express their appreciation, to all who assisted with donations of cash, books, periodicals and fittings. The report was adopted. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mrs Shepherd for her work during the year in connection with the Library and Ladies’ Rest Room. The following committee was elected: —Mesdames N. C. C. Shepherd, R. A. Donald, Arch Clark, J. G. McKenzie, H. Cundy, Misses Card, J. Donald, Messrs R. W. Matthews, M. B. Tait, Arch Clark, C.. C. Kenward, R. S. Keenan, J. T. Holland,' F. S/Hayes and N. C. C. Shepherd. Mr R. W. Matthews was re-elected chairman. The chairman, in returning thanks, expressed his appreciation of the committee’s co-operation. EUCHRE PARTY & DANCE GATHERING AT PAHAUTEA. The euchre party and dance held in the Pahautea Hall on Saturday night was well attended. The euchre prizes were won as follows: Ladies: Mrs Parker 1, Mrs Cade 2. Men: Mr McCardle 1, Mr Bentley 2. The travelling prizes were won by Mr P. Cade, and Miss B. Warrington and the Monte Carlo by Mr J. Riki and partner. Enjoyable Social. A very pleasant time was spent on Saturday night when a social was held at Mrs Harvey’s home for Miss O. Harvey, who is the Blue Queen candidate in the Pirinoa Green and Gold Mutual Improvement Association Queen Carnival. Games, cards, competitions and dancing were enjoyed by those present. The euchre prizes were won by Mrs Martenga 1, Mr Jack Playle 1, and Mr T. Kamo 2. A box of chocolates were won by Mr J. Anderson. Mr J. Saba gave some entertaining and amusing conjuring tricks. Mr Matenga supplied the music for the dancing. Supper was provided by Mrs Harvey and Mrs. Playle. Personal Items. Mrs J. W. McGill (Napier) is; spending a holiday in Featherston and is staying with her mother, Mrs P. C. Clark. Messrs R. N. Barton and H. Lawson left yesterday for Gisborne on business.

Mr E. J. Playle is visiting Wellington for a few days. Mr Jim Anderson, Kahutara, is visiting Christchurch.

Mrs J. Anderson has returned home from Kelvin Hospital and is making good progress towards-recovery.