TEMUKA

New Zealand Tablet, Volume XXXIII, Issue 31, 3 August 1905, Page 19

TEMUKA

(From our own correspondent.) July 30. The Rev. Father Peoples left Temuka on Monday for Ohristehurch, where he Is now stationed. The Yen. Archdeacon Devoy visited the Young Men's club rooms on the occasion of the last meeting, and renewed acquaintances wit-h many of the; members. A meeting is called for next Sunday after last Mass to consider ways and means for raising funds to carry out the alterations necessary for the completion of the presbytery. Despite counter attractions and very inclement weather, there was a'large attendance at the Young Men's club rooms to take part in a progressive euchre party at the last weekly meeting. The lady's prize fell to Miss F. Enrig'ht, whilst Mr. J. Beri secured the ooveted position amongst the gentlemen. On Monday evening last the residents of Kerrytown assembled in the schoolroom for the purpose of saying farewell to some residents of long standing in the district. The Rev. Father Peoples occupied tfie chair, and after a pleasant hour had been spent, the rev. chairman stated the object of the meeting, which

was for the sorrowful purpose of saying farewell to Mrr an 3 Mrs. H. Hoare, who were about to leave Kerry town. Father Peoples eulogised the goodness and hospitality of both guests, and asked them to accept on behalf, of the residents of Kerrytown—for Mr. Hoare a handsome pipe and case, and for Mrs. Hoare a richly carved coal-box. Mr. Hoare, in returning thanks on behalf of himself and wife, stated that he would remember and treasure the many pleasant memories of his friends present that evening. He hoped that he would often revisit Temuka, when he would be glad to see all his friends again. Mr. W. Fitzgerald eulogised Mr. and Mrs. Hoare, and wished tfiem all prosperity in their new home. Mr. J. Reilly heartily endorsed the previous speaker's remarks, and said that a friendship had existed between Mr. Hoare and himself for the last fifteen years, and he was exceedingly sorry to part. Mr. J. Moriarty said he had not had the privilege of knowing Mr. Hoare long, but he was sure that what he did kaiow of both Mr. ana Mrs. Hoare would justify him in saying that their departure would be a loss indeed. A short programme, consisting of songs by Rev. Fathetr Peoples and Messrs. Spillane and Rielly, and stories and recitations by Mr. J. Moriarty, was then proceeded with, <and at its conclusion Mr. W. Fitzgerald said/ tfcat he would like to contribute an item also towards the programme. He then, on behalf of the parishioners of Kerrytown, presented the Rev. Father Peoples with a very handsome gentleman's companion. The Rev. Father said that he had been asked to preside at the meeting; that night for the purpose of making a presentation to another, and it was hardly fair to spring such a surprise upon him. However, he must thamk them not only for the beautiful gift, but for the warm expressions of goodwill towards him. He was extremely sorry at leaving Kerrytown, and he assured them that if he ever had a chance he would be glad to revisit Kerrytown and Temuka. Messrs. H. Hoare, J. Moriarty, P. Stapleton, J. Reilly, alsio spoke in terms of the highest praise of the Rev. Father Peotples. Those present then adjourned to the^ residence of Mi. H. Brosnahan, where they were hospitably entertained.