PICNICS.

Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume VII, Issue 2180, 28 December 1885, Page 2

PICNICS.

'— ■ • ; The town, notwithstanding the many outside attractions, was.remarkably lively, on Boxing Day, The running of vehicles to and from the raceß, and the arrival and departure of visitors to the various centres of amusement, kept those, who wore compelled to stay at home anything but dull. In the forenoon the Salvation Army, in full uniform,; and with flags unfurled to the breeze, marched through the town, headed by Captain Bates, mounted on a white horse, and accompanied by the brass band. Having enlivened the people and collected a crowd of followers, they proceed to a paddock near the railway station, where they put in a joyous day with, their friends and little ones. ' (

The WesleyanSunday sohool picnic was held in a. very convenient paddock, sheltered from wind and sun by dense bush on three sides. A clear running brook in front afforded a supply of the pure element so necessary for man and beast, especially in picnic weather. The paddock was kindly placed at the disposal of the committee by Mr Elkins, with every convenience for making the. tea so much in demand: on these occa-. sions. The picnic waß under the management, of the Sunday School Teachers' Committee, who provided everything that could bo desired for the great and, varied gathering—races for. the. youngsters, croquet, 'cricket, rounders, swings, and the many etceteras that go to make a Wesleyan picnic such a success. A conveyance had been provided to carry the visitors from the church school to the grounds, and notwithstanding the crowds ot children that would clamber up the conveyance, thanks to the care of the careful driver, Mr W. Darley, there was not the slightest accident recorded. During the day, at frequent intervals, Mr Pearsons Private Band discoursed sweet music, which was a very great treat to all present. It is almost needless to say that the supply of good cheer was unlimited, and of the best; whilst the attendance upon the large gathering that sat down to dinner and tea was willingly undertaken by smiling lads and lasses who vied with each other in making everything pass off pleasantly,' After tea the younger of the children wore very considerately provided with a ride home, and no doubt they went to sleep soon enough that night without rocking.