CARTERTON
v SOLDIERS HONOURED GATHERING IN KING’S THEATRE. ("Times-Age” Special.) Residents of Carterton and the surrounding districts attended at the King's Theatre last evening to entertain a number of local soldiers. There was a very large attendance, the gathering being one of the most successful (held in the district. The time was ~ principally in dancing to splcn•fj supplied by Mrs V. J. Ash.t /s Orchestra of four instruments, tJUir playing bringing forth many encores. The 'hall was decorated with British flags. On the stage were bowls of beautiful flowers. Several well rendered items were given by members of the Girls’ Club, for which they were warmly encored. At a suitable interval the Mayor, Mr D. L. Taverner, accompanied by the lady Mayoress, and Sappers Mark Meyer. Maurice (“Buddy”) Meyer, Privates N. Jensen, J. Wiley and R. Morris, assembled on the stage. The Mayor said that it was pleasing to see such a large attendance to do honour to the soldiers. The citizens of Carterton were proud of these young men. He wished them good luck, good health, and a safe return. Mr B. Roberts, M.P., said that he was pleased to be present on such an auspicious occasion and to take part in the ceremony of honouring their brave soldiers. He wished them God speed, good health and an early return to New Zealand. Mr A. T. Murray endorsed the remarks of the previous speakers and extended to their guests the best wishes of the members of the R.S.A. Mrs Taverner then presented each soldier with a wristlet watch. Private Tatton, v.'ho was not able to be in attendance is to receive a safety razor. Mrs Harold Hodder, of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union, and Mrs P. L. Beere, of the League of Mothers, presented each soldier with a parcel of woollen comforts and each extended their good wishes. Sapper M. W. P. Meyer, on behalf of his comrades, suitably returned thanks. “For They Are Jolly Good Fellows” and "Wish Me Luck" were then heartily sung. Supper was served by a committee of ladies. Mr V. J. Ashton was an efficient M.C. Dancing was resumed till one o’clock when an Enjoyable gathering ended with a round of cheers. Much appreciated extras were played by Misses Jean Lorenzen, Lola Hopkins and V. Irwin.
GUNNER D. I. CAMPBELL ENTERTAINED AT PARKVALE. Residents of Parkvale and the district, filled the District Hall on Wednesday evening when they entertained Gunner D. I. Campbell at a social and dance. Excellent music was played by Mrs V. J. Ashton and Mr G. Harding, while Mr Dan Jensen made an efficient M.C. A Monte Carlo waltz was ' won by Miss V. Irwin and J. Jensen. For those who did not dance a card tournament was arranged. Mr C. Jensen Senr., said how proud the residents of the district were that they had yet another soldier going from the district to fight for his country. The speaker referred to the fact that the residents had previously honoured Gunner Campbell’s brother, Private G. Campbell. On behalf of the residents he had pleasure in asking the guest of the evening to accept a wristlet watch. Mrs Bert Renall, president of the Parkvale Women’s Institute, presented Gunner Campbell with a parcel of knitted comforts, and expressed a wish that he would return again to the district. The gathering then accorded musical honours to Gunner Campbell, who suitably returned thanks. A presentation of a fountain pen was then, made to Private N. Jensen by his many friends in the district. A most enjoyable gathering concluded with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne” and the National Anthem.
SUNDAY SCHOOL PARKVALE PRIZE-GIVING. The annual prize-giving and social of the Parkvale Sunday School was held in the Parkvale Hall last evening, and was well attended. The function was opened with the singing of “Ring out Bells for Christmas,” followed by a prayer. The Rev. W. F. Stent, Vicar of St. Mark’s Anglican Church, addressed Ute gathering and referred to the excellent work Mrs J. Gray had carr>d out in connection with the Sun-/•-Hay School. They were all very sorry to learn that Mrs Gray would not be able to carry on the work in the coming year. The thanks of parents and the residents generally were due to her for her untiring efforts in Sunday School work. Mr Stent then proceeded to present the prizes won by the children for their Sunday School work during the past year and urged the young people to carry on their good work. A programme of vocal and other ifems was presented and greatly appreciated, each item, receiving wellmerited applause. A playettc entitled “The Three Naughty Imps.” had the following cast: Noeline Andrews, June Williams, Margaret Peacock, Pat Downes, Delma Jensen, Pat Jensen, Norma Stubbs, Jack Peacock. Graham Swinard and Misses J. Phelps. M. Stent and M. Adlam. A recitation by M. Warrington was followed by the Sunday School pupils singing “Silent Night” and the "First Nowell,” Misses June Williams and Nola Andrews taking the solo parts. Recitations were given by Misses N. Andrews and June Williams. The concluding item was a playette entitled “Seeing the World.” those taking part being Misses G. Ad-
lam, M. Stent, B. Howard, J. Phelps and J. Howard. The singing of the National Anthem brought to a close an enjoyable entertainment. Supper was provided.
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