Old-time Dance Held

Radio Record, Volume V, Issue 17, 6 November 1931, Page 6

Old-time Dance Held

OMB time ago station 4Z0, Dunedin, sponsored several old-time dance nights from its studio that gave much pleasure to a wide circle of listeners. These sessions proved so popular that it was suggested that a more ambitious effort in the form of a public dance should be held, a suggestion that was taken up with enthusiasm by a number of people interested. A large committee was formed and it set to work to make this function an outstanding success. ; That it achieved its object was illustrated by the attendance at the Pioneers’ and Harly Settlers’ Hall on the evening of October 20. During the evening his Worship the Mayor, Mr. R. 8S. Black, gave addresses from the platforms of both halls. The committee made the dance a remarkable one in many ways. It was be decided to assist the unemployment relief funds, and with this end in view to cut down expenses to the minimum. The two halls were secured free of charge, all the supper was donated (a huge quantity being necessary), and six dance bands in the city very generously offered their services for the occasion. The gross receipts were actually the net receipts, as the committee decided that, rather than touch the money paid in for tickets, it would meet the very small expenditure incurred from a collection from listeners. The whole affair was a brilliant success that reflects much credit upon its organisers, Mr. W. T. Rowlands, the chairman of the committee, stated this morning that he was delighted with the success of the evening. The two halls were packed, holding nearly 1200 peoplea much greater capacity than they have ever experienced before. Mr. Rowlands considers that approximately £150 will constitute the proceeds. He desires to thank the secretary (Mr. Payton), his energetic committee, and the ladies who did such excellent work in preparing and looking after the supper. . A number of donations have come in from listeners who have enjoyed these old-time dance broadcasts, and any further contributions will be greatly appreciated. {