Lawrence

New Zealand Tablet, 2 October 1913, Page 27

Lawrence

<. (From our own correspondent.) On Friday evening, September 26, -an entertainment was held in St. Patrick's Schoolroom. This was the last of a series of socials that have been held during the winter months.. The gatherings throughout have been largely attended, a fact which testifies to the popularity of these social evenings. The usual programme was varied on this occasion, when a presentation was- made to the musicians, Miss Cursey and Messrs Russell and Ryan. These young people have generously placed their services gratuitously at the disposal of the social club, and have contributed in a great measure to the success and pleasure of the entertainments. Rev. Father O'Connell, in making the presentation, cordially thanked them on behalf of the club, and emphasised the fact that though two of the musicians were non-Catholics they -had, nevertheless, most willingly given their services for the benefit of the socials, showing that those differing in religion can meet together socially on terms of friendship and goodfellowship. At the request of the speaker hearty cheers were given for the guests. Mr. Russell replied on behalf of the musicians, and . said it was a great pleasure for them to play at these social gatherings, and that they would be ever willing to assist on future occasions when their services were required. The more than usually large attendance on Friday evening was no doubt due to a desire on the part of all to show appreciation of the kindness of the musicians.