W.W.S.A. Concert

Observation Post, Volume 1, Issue 3, 5 June 1942, Page 2

W.W.S.A. Concert

HUGE SUCCESS POPULAR SHOW . The entire Regiment, with the exception of the guards (and the guarded), oh, yes, and Rex, attended a magnificent concert given by members of the ■ W.W.S.A. (Palmerston North branch) ■on Wednesday night. The cooks spread themselves and showed just exactly what they can do when the occasion arises. Thirty-six dozen pastries and 600 ’ scones were-.“scoffed' ’ in less than no time. 1 The party was under the-leadership of the Chapman Bros., Messrs. Alec and Ernie, who brought the house down with some old 1914-18 popular song hits, besides leading the community singing. Mrs. Prince was a prime favourite with her piano-accordion, ably assisted in the second half by Gunner Marshall who waggled the bones. Although ,it would be hard to pick out the best item, Miss Barratt with her charming smile and delightful personality went over big with the boys in a series of community songs. Miss Nancy. Robertson and Miss Smith sang a variety of songs in a manner truly professional. Miss B. Meath enjoyed her tap dance as much as the audience whilst Miss ■ Peggy Wilson created much humour with her monologues." Much admired grouped around the piano were the Swing Sisters, Misses V. Ward, M. Scott, J. Gilberd, G. Duff, D. Judd, L. White, L. Crosby, E. Wilson, E. Morton, J. Stagpoole and L. Wilson. Mr. Len Smith at the piano nearly lifted the roof on more than one occasion ■with his impersonations and clever manipulation of the keys. Mr. F. McLachlan accompanied Messrs. Chapman Bros, and the community sings. Last but definitely by no means least the ballet (the Misses G. "Duff, L. Crosby, L. White, E. Wilson and J. Stagpoole) worked with military precision and certainly won the hearts of their audience. * . The guests of honour were Mesdames D. Honore, C. Quarterly, Bowler, Walker, Harrod and Miss" D. Prince, the C.O. (Lieut.-Col. C. F. Lowe), Major Nelson, Capt. Burns, Capt. Gieson, Capt. Dixon, Lieuts. Page, Holmes,