Invercargill

New Zealand Tablet, 10 June 1915, Page 31

Invercargill

(From our own correspondent.)

A number of girls from the convent schools made their First Communion at the 8 o’clock Mass on Sunday.

It is proposed to proceed immediately with the completion of St. Mary’s Basilica, and tenders have been invited for the work.

It is interesting to note that the father of the now famous Sergeant Michael O’Leary, V.C., was a playfellow in the Old Land of Mr. James Collins, who is well known in Dunedin and Invercargill.

The Hibernian Society intend holding a ‘ Ladies’ nighl’ on Tuesday, the 15th inst., and, judging from similar functions in the past, the evening should be a most enjoyable one. The ladies of the congregation are cordially invited to be present.

On Wednesday, June 30, the pupils of the Dominican Nuns will present, in the Municipal Theatre, Lewis’ famous cantata, ‘Little Nell’s surprise party,’ the proceeds to be devoted to the Belgian fund. Besides the cantata, vocal and instrumental selections will be rendered by extern students of St. Catherine’s Convent. Very successful rehearsals are being held, so, apart from the object of the entertainment, patrons may be sure of an interesting and pleasant evening. The sale of tickets is meeting with a ready response, and a crowded house is expected.