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Christmas in the Rheinland
A Touching World Picture That Makes Us Realise We All Are Kin
(By Dr. ARNOLD MOCK.) How well I remember that dear old church of my native village, yonder in the distant centre of Germany! How proud we were of its pointed spire covered with copper plates verdigrised from age! But how poor in contrast looked the nave of that old church building, with its wooden ceiling, its white-washed walls, the artless winThe dows and the timber galleries! high altar was a tine piece of the grotesque style of the seventeenth century, but the colours of the picture of the Assumption that crowned the wall behind the altar had faded, and the four Apostles who had been standing for centuries on either side of the tabernacle looked grey with age and wormeaten. Mass was celebrated at six o'clock, and we went to hear it every morning, in summer and winter, kneeling down on the cold stone floor, shivering and sleepy in the dim light of the few petroleum lamps. And yet there came a time in every winter when this plain old church seem ed to us to be the finest place of worship and devotion in the world, when we did not care for sleep and cold and went there to hear the Christmas Matins at half-past four o'clock. Then t he choir was flooded with the light 01 hundreds of little wax pans that, arranged in bows, sprang over the heads of the Apostles like the flood-lighted arks of a bridge. The church was filled with the fragrance of the fir trees that grew up in every nook and cornet of the wide choir and clustered round the side-altar where the statue of the Blessed Virgin had been replaced by the Crib of Bethlehem. It was a masterpiece, this Crib, made of cork by an unknown artist. A low cowshed situated on the top or a plateau, with small paths climbing Above, between the up the slope. branches of the highest tree, the star with its trailing tail. The angel gliding down to earth and spreading out before him a strip with the words an flouncing to the shepherds the birth of Our Saviour: "Gloria in excelsis deo!" There they were, the poor shepherds hurrying to the stall and falling slown to adore the new-born Child. In tne background of the shed, in a circle of light which came from somewhere that we could not find out, lay the Divine Child smiling at His Mother and ' Joseph, who bent their heads over Hi And there lay the wretched cradle. white-woolled sheep, in mute devotion. and lo! there was the donkey with his silly face. The cold old church was full of light There Ind warmth and music then. was no Gregorian Chant sung in the village churches at that time, but t' sang those dear old German Weihnaihtslieder, many of which have come down to us from the twelfth or thirteen cenThe whole congregation, the tury. men in the galleries, the women in the pews, the girls in the passage, and the boys in the choir, joined in singing "Still the Night, Holy the Night" and "A Babe was born at Bethlehem" and "In dulci jubilo, nun singet und seid froh" (Now sing and be merry, The Christmas Matins, or "Christ mette," which was followed by ti Shepherds' Mass, was no longer sr at midnight at the time when we were boys. Of course, we should have loved to go to church at midnight, as our parents had done in their time, and then to hurry home for our Christmas presents. We thought it a tragedy to be forced to stay in bed that very night until four o'clock. How we envied the town children who we knew were presented with their Christmas boxes on Holy Eve' But at last the Shepherds' Mass wa. over, and we hurried home with our Mother opened the door of parents. the drawing-room where, on Christmas Eve, we had placed our wishing-letters to the Christkind and the plates for the presents we hoped the Christ Child would bring us. How changed the
r oom looked. There on the large table was the Christbaum, fetched from the wood and placed there by that most mysterious fellow, the Knecht RupNow and then, on previous precht. nights, when the family were assembled for supper, he had rapped at the window to frighten the children int obedience and good behaviour, or 'lac: even made his personal appearance, bidding the children say their prayers: Christkindchen, mach mich fromm, Dags ich in den Himmel komm. W hat a wonderful tiee that Christ. mas fir is, the delight of the children and a source of recollections to the Go look into the grown-up man! light of the burning candles that stand on its branches, and feel the magic power of those pretty trifles hanging
ures gathered for a last time round What remained of the Christbaum. the candles were lighted and allowed to burn down., We seized the last flickering stumps and singed the ends of the branches whilst mother carefully took off the candleholders and the spheres and placed them in the boxes.
When I was a boy these Christmas plays used to be of a very simple There usually was a family nature. that once had seen better days and now, on Holy Eve, were sitting round the poor bald Christbaum. in cold and hunger and despair. Till suddenly the door was opened, and in stepped the happy-end-man, the unknown ,or long iorgotten Uncle from America, bringing light and comfort and money. Then there were the miracle plays, such as that of St. Eustachius, that, was staged by the Workingmen's Association of my village on one St. Stephen's Day. Since that time a great change has taken place in amateur acting—a revival of those old Krippenspiele (Crib Plays or Nativity Plays) that used to oe staged in German churches as early as the twelfth and thirteenth centuries
We watched the little flames that sptang trona the "Angel's Hair" here and there where it was reached by the glimmering needles. We tore off the branches and threw them into the fire The needles fell down of che stove. and covered the floor when father removed what had remained of the glorious tree. But there was a fragrance of fir. wood and needle-leaf that filled the room aoci remained there for days as a reminder of Christmas joy and Christmas love.
The Labourer's Day
CHRISTMAS
-The field is the world." MORNING. "1' the early morn when the dews are sweet A-glitter afar on the shining wheat, I long for the rippling field. I hear the swish of the failing grain The sickles are flashing—ah, not in vain Thy bidding, sweet Saviour! —Nay, some remain; Lord, grant me one to wield!"
This is the month, and this the happy morn, Wherein the Son of Heaven's Eternal King, Of wedded maid and virgin mother born, Our great redemption from above did bring; For so the holy sages once did sing, That Ile our deadly forfeit should release. And with His Father work us a perpetual peace. Say, Heavenly Muse, shall not thy sacred vein A fford a present to the Infant God? Hast thou no verse, no hymn, or solemn strain. To welcome Him to this His new abode, Now while the heaven, by the Sun's team untrod. Hath took no print of the approaching light. And all the spangled host keep watch in squadrons bright?
0 joyous youth of the fiery gaze, Eager for toil in the fiercest blaze, Beseechint, thy blessed Lord For days of labour and nights of painHe will solace thy soul with His softest rain, Making thy morn like the gleaming plain, And thy evening all reward.
See how from far upon the eastern road The star-led wizards haste with odours sweet! Oh! run; present them with thy humble ode, And lay it lowly at His blessed feet; Have thou the honour first thy Lord to greet, And join thy voice unto the Angel Quire, From out His secret altar touched with hallowed fire. —MILTON.
December 27 is the day of St. John There was a peculiar the Apostle. custom on that day in my country which, I think, still prevails in a tew .illages. It is known as the "Love ct Wine used to be blesseo St. John.after Mass by the priest, to be serv..-ot to the children with the words, -Drink the Love ot St. John." That old usage is supposed to derive its origin trorn a legend which tells how once a heretic tried to poison St. John with a The Saint, as was his cup of wine. custom before drinking, made the Sign of the Cross over the cup; it bun:t asunder and the poison came out in the shape of a serpent. On Epiphany the three Magi ha,: made their appearance at the Crib when we came to hear High Mass. There they remained, offering their gifts to the Child, with the shepherds and the sheep and the donkey, until Candelmas came and the hundreds ot candles that sprang in bows over the heads of the Apostles spread their light We sang the dear for the last time. old Christmas songs every morning, but to us children the Christmas season had long come to an end.
down from its twigs; those glittering spheres of thin, breakable glass, the gilt nuts, the long shivering threads called "Angel's Hair,- the chocolate figures, apples, and sundry pastries. For more than three hundred years this Christbaum has been the symbol of Christian joy and home life wherever German families are living: Christ our warmth in cold, our light in darkness, our joy in sorrow. And then the happiness and the pleasure of the children to find under the tree the plates laden with presents; stockings and gloves, linen and books, toys, sweets, nuts, and app' That endless showing and admiring and thanking till father hushed us to stand round the Christmas tree and sing that plain old song:— Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree Sow faithful are thy branches! Green not alone in summer time, But in the winter's frost and rime, Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree, How faithful are thy branches! St. Stephen's Day in this country is not only a Bank Holiday, but, as in Ireland, a Catholic feast, the commemoration of St. Stephen's martyr-Ow And so is New Year's Day, and so These until recently was Epiphany. days. together with the one dr two Sundays within the Christmas season. ending with Epiphany, are favourite days for the Christmas celebrations of clubs and associations. Nearly every Catholic association on one of those days, in town and country, assembles round the Christmas tree and makes merry with Christmas songs and the presentation of gifts. allotting of Christmas parcels, and the performance of dramatic entertainments.
That end of a season had been marked to us by the stripping of the Christmas tree which took place on Epiph any. There mostly was, it is true, no longer much to be stripped off the tree on Epiphany, as the gilt nuts and the sweets and the apples that had been hanging down from its branches had gradually and most mysteriously disBut there still were the appeared. "Angel's Hair" and the candleholders and the sphere. The little sinners who knew al: about the sweets and the cholocate fig-
NOON. I' the blazing sun when the reapers tire. Under the breath of incessant fire, The wavering sickles fail. "No shade is ours," they, mourning cry; "No shepherd's pipe flings music silvery Adown the shining vale!" 0 labourer, 'twill be sunset very soon. A wait the blessed rising of the moon, The freshening breeze of night. Thy Lord will come. His presence, calm As faintest rustle of the waving palm. Is near, though out of sight. NIGHT. In emerald softness the harvest moon Ensilvers the silence for, late or soon, Our doings no longer press. Celestial calm ends labour's murmuring; The skies above us, like an angel's wing, Pour down all loveliness. The reaper's work doth stand, at last revealed, Amid the stubble of the harvest fields, His failings, Lord, forgive! He gave his all for love; where joy: unfold ehls Iheir ol-ingg olsdof radrance on Thy fi h - nt with Thee to live!
—Caroline D. Swan
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(By S.R.H.S.1 that. Not really perfect, nor quite un- but it has also pith, vigour and clarity. underlies also the poet's reading of distinguished, of course, but regular Its imagination is sunny: there are no the character of Lincoln—the percepwith an immobile regularity in which mystical shadows haunting it, and it tion that these Titans are but earththe primal fire was apt to burn low. does not ever ply high enough nor deep born after all: The fault did his verse a double injury, enough to reach the outer darkness. We are men, and godhead is far, and hiding from the indifferent its thought Its imagery is bright and clear, so that it shall not be content, and from its admirers the even a .thought of "Symbols" is given That men as gods without flaw shall nature of that content. It was there- the shape and stir of life: travel to death, fore a comprehensible judgment five or six years aeo (though perhaps not an I imagined measureless time in a day. Yet a rumour of stars is with us, the light of a sea intelligent one) to say that Mr. Drink- And starry space in a wagon-road, water was living in his time but was And the treasure of all good harvests No ship has ventured. lay not of it: that writing contemporaneous(To be Continued.) ly with others of his own generation, In the single seed that the sower sowed, he was yet not a contemporary poet. So little did he bear the mark of the spirit of the time, and so placid were My garden-wind had driven and haven. ed again the features of his Muse. All ships that ever had done to sea, In 1914 Mr. Drinkwater published a And I saw the glory of all dead men colume into which he had gathered In the shadow that went by the side I To build their HOUSE OF all the poems prior to that date which STUDIES ("The Father O'Farrell of me. he wishes to preserve, except "CromMemorial Building") for the trainwell"; and perhaps one might date And even an idea so abstract as the ing of their young Priests. But 1 eternal lament for the passing of from that time the change. IT WILL COST OVER £20,000 prefer to herald it in a poem called beauty is caught, half playfully, into a Contributions thankfully received "The Fires of God," first published series of shining lgures: This appears to be a about 1912. by piece of spiritual autobiography; but Lord Rameses of Egypt sighed Ballarat Monastery, Rector, The whether or not it be record of actual Because of summer evening passed; Holy Mass will be offered up every experience, it remains the most succinct And little Ariadne cried Saturday morning during the statement that we possess in poetry of That summer fancy fell at last 44 coming year for Benefactors. ii the modern position in religion and To dust: and Young Verona died philosophy. In it Mr. Drinkwater is When beauty's hour was overcast. sealed a poet of his own time by the spirit of his time. Weighing at once Theirs was the bitterness we know. G. F. YEATES the arrogant claims and the profound Because the clouds of hawthorn abasements of the old philosophies keep O PTIOI• N. cleaving a middle way between the So short a statem and kisses go he regions, the old of Hell Heaven and To tombs unfathomably deep, 37 BARRACK STREET, PERTH. takes his stand on the good earth and While Rameses and Romeo sees himself neither as demi-god nor ) pposite Town And little ..4riadne sleep. devil, but as an integral member of a unity, all the multitudinous parts of So one thinks of this poetry as of a which are singing together for delight healthy body ruled by a serene mind: in the beauty of the whole: its temper sane, its manner gracious, planned on noble lines which are shapA s I beheld— PIANO and ORGAN TUNER At that moment the other light I With a new wisdom, tranquil, asking ing toward perfection by a rigorous disAnd one likes to believe it cipline. spoke of, the Repertory Theatre of 16 DUNCAN STREET not John Drinkwater, was known to me in For mystic revelation—this glory long peculiarly English. But there is someVICTORIA PARK perand strength the in and else: thing was art Its a quite different sense. forgot. B5537 Tel one seems quality other that of sistence in life death-inlife; an escape from the re-discovered triumph of the to come still closer to its origin in the which all the world was furiously whirl- This earth Puritan spirit of mid-England. Recall ing. Only within its walls could one creative will and beauty's pride Glanville's Lemon get out of the gloom cast by dead In high ed beyond the assaulting the work by which Mr. Drinkwater is popularly known—his most considerhopes, dead ideas, and dead men. Only Establish Headache Powder's years, able poem. "Cromwell,' • and his most there, or so it seemed, could one compelled successful play, "Abraham Lincoln." that The GREAT AUSTRALIAN music a me. to came t I breathe a living air and feel the Remedy for Inof all tributory fears, to healthful sunlight and join in the enet- Surrenderated, fierce, and rhythmic The mere names will give the clue stant and Speedy the outstanding thing about their gies of sane living. It spoke no spe- Full-thro the wide of all Headthose with Cure he chose that fact The author. a was it but time: cial message, at the the pilgrim winds and labour- two men from all others for commemNeuralgia, of Beat aches, went one place of robust vitality, where seas. is ing art his and Inof Toothache, worship the and oration labfutule in the intervals of seemingly from all the harbouring ways significant enough. But when one refluenza, Rheumatour, and drank up draughts of life. Sent upearth of members the impression which those ism, Sciatica, LumThat was all, then. But in retrospect. the travelling feet of men works leave upon the mind, the thing bago, etc. and with fuller knowledge. one salutes Wherein trod, have which strays after the sonorous music Price, 1/9 per pacits beam also as the light of the conMounting the firmanental silences is done, one ket, or 3d. each. quering spirit, and sees it for a sym- And challenging the golden gates of has passed and the action salutes again the same survival of the Sold by All Chemists and Patent bol of the same union of which the art God. spirit which shone as a beacon in BirMedicine Vendors. of Burne-Jones had spoken. War. Great the mingham during H. GLANVILLE, M.P.S. the in ecstasy of hymn his is That But it is here that Mr. Drinkwater's FREMANTLE. The "Cromwell" poem is lyrical in eswork come in. One had known of him revelation; but it is characteristic of is touchIt be form. should in so ecstasy largely that and sence before the war. of course, as a lyrical this poet A RTISTS' Poet, as the author of "Cromwell," and ed to further ends than simple joy in designed to tell in twelve movements the by arrested And one is or episodes of the rising of Cromwell as the writer of at least one successful itself. MATERIAL here— which and his Ironsides, the battles in Play for the Pilgrim Players of Bir- fact that the end of exultation the record the defeated, are, appear, armies would king's the as being, this recognised already mingham. He was by his compeers, and familiar to a cer- of a spiritual crisis—is the act of walk- trial and execution of Charles, the final Always New Stocks Arrivii tain public; for it was impossible to ing out into the street and shouldering victory of the Puritan cause, and the Barnett Bros. Ltd. There are five death of Cromwell. misake the paternity of lines like his bit of humanity's burden there: 674 HAY STREET, PERTH. interludes between the ' principal epithese: sodes, where the poet, after the ma Henceforth my hands are lifted to tilt ner of a Greek chorus, muses upon the Come, tell us You that travel fat. touch With- brave or shabby merchandise, Of hands that labour with me, and my event and its significance. A prologue Kelly and Rodoreda nobly states the theme in blank verse, Have you saluted any star heart Late of JOHN DYNON & CU. h. shall inthe tragic and an epilogue lightens That goes uncourtiered in the skies? Hereafter to the world's heart CHINA, GLASS AND PLATED tensity of the finished tale in a lyrical set, WARE IMPORTERS. If the grey (luct is over all. finale. And its own pain forget. OTLEY PLACE, Off MURRAYAnd stars roti leaves and wings forIA great charm of the poem is the Street (Rear of Savoy Hotel). That is a passage whose significance got, The narraof measure used. variety Convents, Colleges, Institutions and age. his and man the And your bi, od holds no festival— on both hears exwould one as are not all, Schools Specially Catered For. One has seen the same symbolic act in tive pieces Go out from us: we need you not. in blank verse; and of the tnree Price Lists and Catalogue on other contemporary poets. But beyond pect, episodes related in this form, Application. But if you are immoderate men, observing that the humanitarianism of or four are quite in the same manner. two 'Phone B5651. Zealots of joy, the salt and sting, this poet is a conscious principle, one no the rhymed pieces: a different -4nd savour of life upon you—then ought not to stress it, just because the So with has been made for each, to fit We call you to our counselling. artistic impulse has forbidden him fo measure mood or circumstance; and give a prominent•place to anything so its own stanzas which have a superficial A nd we will hew the holy boughs abstract in his work. Artistic impulse even nce, will be found to vary in resembla prominent a give to him To make us level rows of oars, forbidden has rhythm, in the number 01 or rhyme his in abstract And we will set our shining prows so anything place to of the verses. stress or length in strong is integrity Artistic For s trange unadventured work. and One might attempt a short selection him, and is leading him now more and shores. an idea of the changeful form more towards Drama for vivid and to give Where the great tideways swiftliest run c oncrete expression. It is the destin- and constant spirit of this poem. Thus. tells that the theme is to We will be stronger than the strong. ed path of the poets, the inevitable the prologue of "stern and memorable days," and And sack the cities of the sun. s equence by which the lyrical intensity be Ancl spend our booty in a song of youth is succeeded by a more critiOf one who watched the shadows foldcal. observant and reflective faculty WALTER ing in Apollo is their undoubted father; and operating in a larger world of experimen. of lives the in goings beautiful All Mr. that nothing for not BUCKERIDGE: 1.-et, somehow. one did not pay much ence. It is , And heard the arrogant mastery on the Ileed, • I think the reason (apart from Drinkwater is a poet of Warwickshire lips sense keen of life, P.10.0., F.S.M.C., D.B.0A., nhne s sheer dullness) might haye of the delight in ,een that this poetry was too poetic. impression and swift response to them, Of spoilers of the spirit's hushandr, always at 't had almost too fine a point upon it. of gentle and homely scenes of nature. Then one might cut. a fragment from That. seems a heresy. and would 1,e of hearty country folk, of friendship to illustrate a c'ne in truth if it iniplied that a poet and of extravagant passion. He is an the first interulde, often preoccupies this which ght thou verse his of body fair this !_ver dare and the form of his art. inheritor, is written in interlude The poet. Its England. of 'Int there neglect heart the MURRAY ST. PERTH iS such a thing as un/is- came out of but it comes back men; great of praise It English. specifically tinguished perfection, and the earlier qualities are sense of human frailty. which has dignity, sweetness, and nobility. to the of Mr. 'Drinkwater was rather like
Early in the third year of the Great War I went to Birmingham. The outlook at that time was dark; and national vitality, drained by the long struggle, burnt low. The high ideals for which England had seized the sword had flickered and almost faded. The whirling futilities of war-service seemed driven solely by the force themselves had generated; and that was blind and feverish, a mad rotation in h gloom of hatred. jealousy, suspicion and greed. But in Birmingham there were lights burning--one from the Art Gallery, and another from the Repertory Theatre of The pictures of John Drinkwater. Burne-Jones shone upon something which a citizen of Cosmopolis could but be refreshed to find—a homogenty, a clear type bred fine and true in Midland folk. They illuminated the source from which their own inspiration had been drawn, showed whence had come to the painter his vision of a marriage of physical grandeur with spiritual grace, and revealed it as the essentiat thing about these dwellers in the heart of England. But while throwing into relief that union, making it seem almost typical and characteristic, the pictures stressed another aspect of the For, untertruth in their austerity. preting and interpreted by the life around them, they showed that though imperfect humanity could, after all, arrive but seldom at the perfect union of body and soul, and though modern industrialism might work sad havoc with that fine physique, yet it was possible--difficult but possible—for the spirit to survive that ravage. And the survival of the spirit was perhaps the clearest ray that those pictures threw over Birmingham city, evoking kindred colour in its busy Midland life.
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By F.R H.S. From 752, the founding of the city, to 500 B.C.„ Rome had been ruled by Kings. For the next 500 years, almost till the dawn of Christianity, a Republican form of government held sway, when Octavius, under the title of Augustus, became the first of a lone line of Emperors of Rome-31 B.C. The stories of the earlier period of the Kings are mostly of a legendary charThe very earliest settlers, acacter. cording to Vergil, were the Trojan followers of Aeneas, in the territory then They had sailed known as Latium. to Italy from Troy, in the twelfth century, after rejecting the offer of Queen Dido of Carthage, to found a new colThe city of ony in North Africa. Rome was built by their descendants, Romulus and Remus; in the eighth They were twin brocentury B.C. thers, and heirs to the throne, but exposed to perish, shortly after birth, through the machinations of a usurper. They were suckled by a sheswolf, fact a lives saved, their and which gave rise to the legend of the "Wolf of the Capital." To this more or less legendary period is attributed the division of the tribes into "curiae," and the organisation of Pagan worship, for sacrificial purposes. The office of "lictor" was also established. T welve of these officers were appointed, who carried axes bound up in a bundle of rods (called facses), as symbols of authority, preceding the King whenever he appeared in public. Permanent counsellers were appointed—known as "partresfr or ''patres conscripte" (enrolled senators) , who formed the Senate. The "equites." or royal bodyguard of Cavalry, also originated in this period. In the later days of the Republic, the name connoted a distinct class of citizens. The descendants of the Senators later became known as "Patricians"—and formed the hereditary nobility of Rome, while the ordinary people were known as "Plebeians" The early Con(plebs—the people) . stitution of Rome was neither monarchical or republican, in the strict sense, but preserved a middle course, where the Kino. Senate, and people controlled the destinies of the State, though the greater power was in the hands of the aristocracy, who formed the Senate. NIany useful laws were framed. and it is interesting to note that for 500 years after the foundation of the city, divorce was unknown. This dread scourge of family and social life was not introduced till the period of Rome's prosperity after the first Punic War. To Numa, one of the earliest Kings, is credited the reform of the Calendar, which continued down to the time of Our modern Calendar Julius Caesar. is due to Pope Gregory XIII , who introduced a reform in 1582. Numa built a temple in Rome, dedicated to the god Janus. which he intended should be closed in time of peace. The closure of this Temple coincided with the birth of the Saviour, in the early years of Roman Emperors, and this was one of the signs which betokened the arrival Early of the "Prince of Peace." Rome gradually extended her influence to the neighbouring States, especially under the rule of the fourth King, who founded Ostia, the port of Rome, and fortified the city, in 614 B.C. Rome then passed under the rule of a foreign dynasty—the Etruscans— whose territory extended to the north of Rome. near modern Florence. The R omans learned much from Etruscans, hut were never content with their rule. Tarquin. the founder of Etruscan rule, gave the name to the dynasty, which continued during three reigns for about The first Tarquin was re100 Years sponsible for many building enterprises, amongst the most notable beinc, the capitol and the magnificent aqueducts which provided the city's water supply The ruins of the latter are still visible to-day. The third and last King was He ruled as a Tarquin the Proud. tyrant and the Romans finally drove him out. with all his family, and took a solemn oath never to allow Kings in The expulsion of the Rome again. Etruscan King took place in 510 B.C.. and Rome was henceforward. till the Caesars came 500 Years later, under a new order of Government—a Republic. The deposed house of Tarquin made a vain attempt to recover the throne Lars Porsena, the King of the Etrurians, came to the aid of his kinsman. Tarquin, and laid siege to Rome. The invaders would have entered the city. hut for the bravery of a Roman soldier—Horatius. He placed himself at t he entrance to the bridge, leading across the Tiber to the city, and defended it till the bridge was broken down behind him, by his fellow sot Tie then leaned into the Tiber. die-s and swam safely to his friends. This in-
cident forms one of the most famous poems in Macaulay's "Lays of Ancient Rome." Its appeal to the patriotism of the early Romans is thus described by Macaulay: When the oldest cask is opened, And the largest lamp is lit, When the chestnuts glow in the embers, And the kid turns on the spit; When young and old in circle, Around the firebrands close, When the girls are weaving baskets, And the lads are shaping bows. 'When the good man mends his armour, And trims his helmet's plume, When the esood wife's shuttle merrily Goes flashing through the loom; With weeping and with laughter, Still is the story told, How well Horatius kept the bridge, In the brave days of old. The New Republic: Constitution Changes. After the expulsion of the Kings, in 510 B.C., the ruling power was vested in two Consuls, who were elected to hold office with equal powers, for one year. In times of great public danger, the Constitution was suspended, and absolute power was given to Dictator, but only for a period of six months. Immediately after the foundation of the Republic, a class-war commenced between the Patrician nobility and the Plebeians, or working classes. The struggle was carried on at intervals for nearly two hundred years, during which the Plebeians sought to obtain an equal voice with the Patricians in the government of the State. It reminds one of the struggle between Labour and Capital, and the Lords and A the Commons, in modern times. very important advance was made when the Plebeians were granted representatives, known as "Tribunes of the people." to protect their interests against oppression. That was in 494 B.C. These Tribunes, at first five, later increased to ten. --ere chosen annual ly from the Plebeian order. and two called magistrates, annual other Aediles. were also granted, to aid the Tribunes in their work. The right of electing the Tribunes was later vested solely in the Plebeian assembly, and the "veto" of the Tribune could delay for the time the action even of the Consul. Thus we notice the first appeaarnce of the modern "party system" of government, unknown in the earlier period of the Kings: "When none was for a party, And all were for the State, And the great man helped the poor, And the poor man loved the great." Shakespeare deals with this first victory of democracy in his famous play. "Coriolanus." Coriolanus, a haughty Patrician noble, had, in the Senate, persistently refused a hearing to the just demands of the people, whereupon the Tribunes made a successful test of their strength. by having him expelled from Rome. Another concession wrung from the Patricans was the publication of a consistent code of laws, whtct would deal fairly with all classes. That was the work of ten law-givers, known as "Decemvirs," in a period contemporaneous with the golden age of Pericles, Another - importin Greece, 446 B . ant concession was gained by the Plebeians. when the Consulship was abolished, and three military Tribunes were appointed to take their place. with Consular powers—part of whom might be chosen from the people. This was the first time the lower classes received the right of occupying the high. offices of State. But to counteract the people's share in the Consular authority—the Patricians appointed a still higher authority—the Censorship—ti which only a Patrician could he elected. But the tide still continued to favour democracy. In 386. the famous Licinian Rogations _opened up all the offices of State to the Plebeians The Consulship was restored, and the Censorship retained, and before long To the Plebeians filled both offices. make matters worse for the Patriciar, the authority of the Upper House N\ reduced to a mere formality, and the popular assembly became the suprerrr legislative power. That occurred 281 B.C. After a strugerle of 200 yes which ended in the victory of demaThe aristocracy henceforth cracv. only retained whatever influence their wealth could command, and held no real political authority. Roman Expansion. In the meantime. Rome had been in creasing her sphere of influence in Italy. It involved frequent wars and invasions, and many times Rome was in danger from enemy attacks. It was on one of these occasions, while the Gauls were besieging the city, that Rome. according to legend, was saved
from destruction by the sacred geese of eventually to the fall of the Republic, the Capitol. The citizens and soldiers Its place was taken by a dictatorship, had retired within the fortified citadel, which developed into a monarchy, where they considered themselves safe. with absolute control, about a hundred But the Gauls, under cover of night, .years after the social wars, for equality clambered up the steep ascent, and of citizenship among the subject were in the act of clambering over the States; the war between two ambiwalls, when some geese within the cita. tious Roman generals, 'Marius and The Gauls were Sulla; and the establishment of power del gave the alarm. hurled down the precipice, and the in the hands of three men, known as The superstitious Triumvirates. There were two periods Capitol was saved. minds of Pagan Rome considered that of these Triumvirates—the first under the alarm given by the birds was an in- Pompey, Caesar, and Crassus, in 61. tervention on the part of the gods to B.C.; the second under Octavius (AugHence the many ustus), Antony, and Lepidus, in 44. In save their city. legends which grew up around the sac- each case the Triumvirate ended in one red 2-eese of the Capitol, from this man becoming supreme—Julius Caesar, who was sole Dictator, 48-44, and Ocdate-390 B.C. For the next 100 years Rome was tavius, who became first Emperor of busy subduing the various States of the Rome, in 31 B.C., under the title of In the Samnite Wars, Augustus. Peninsula. which gave Italy control of the Gauls Syria and Palestine. on the North, and the Greeks on the To Pompey was due the subjection of Italy, of South,. Rome became mistress Syria, and with it Judea became subAn invasion by Pyrrhus, a ject to Rome. 282 B.C. When the Greek King, in favour of the Greeks in Great died, the Greek Alexander Empire was Italy, was successful for a time, but divided. Syria fell to Seleacus, one of he lost so much in men and provisions his generals, who founded a new dyin his victorious campaign, that he was nasty of Kings. One of these Kings— compelled to abandon the project and Antochus Epiphanes--was a persecutor Hence the adoption of of the Jews and their leave Italy. religion. His the term—Pyrrhic victory—down even reign saw the "abomination of desolato the present day. tion standing in the Holy Place," for he proscribed the Jewish religion and pro The Fall of Carthage. The Jews, under The next hundred years saw the con- faned the Temple. flict of Rome with her only great Judas Machabaeus, fought in defence The war was carried enemy in the \Vest—the Empire of Car- of their faith. thage. It ended with the complete de- on after his death by his brothers, The Cartha- Simon and Jonathan, who delivered struction of the latter. ginians were originally Phoenician col- Judea from the rule of Syria, and their onists from the coast of Palestine, who descendants ruled at the head of the had built up a powerful commercial Jewish nation. But tilt. s- rule was a was, and the and sea-faring power in the Mediten succession of ranean, with Carthage as its centre. Romans, tinder Pompey. were called Hence these wars were known as Punic in to arbitrate. The sot sreip.n power or Phoenician Wars. The second stage among the Jews at this time was disof the conflict, which opened in 218 puted by two brothers—Ifircanus II. B.C., is memorable for the distinguish- and Aristobulus. Pompey decided in ed generals engaged on either side-- favour of Hircanus, re-instated him as Scipio, the Roman, and Hannibal, the High Priest, but took from him the inCarthavinian. Hannibal performed the signia and title of King. and cons extraordinary feat of crossing the Alps pelled the Jews to pay tril,..Ite to Rime. and carrying the war into enemy terri- This put an end to the :1- endly rela tory, where he remained with his army tions which had until then existed befor twelve years. He was eventually tween the Jews and Romans, as it derecalled to defend the City of Carthage, stroyed Jewish independeoce. A few years later the Roman Government which fell before the Roman army i -eptre to p transferred the Jewish In 146 B.C., the city was 201 B.C. completely destroyed. and North Africa foreign Prince—Herod. This was one became a Roman Province. The city of the signs which were iv Inediately tn was rebuilt about a century later by precede the birth of the Messiah, and Julius Caesar, and had a prosperous re- in his reign. Our Saviour was born. vival for about seven centuries. when it Who had come to bless and save th, was finally destroyed by the Saracens. world, and recover it from the Paganism to which it had in great part deand no traces of its ruins now remain. scended. That wonderful event mails The Fall of the Republic. Civil wars followed the acquisition ed the first Christmas in the new era of universal power by Rome. and led of Christianity.
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In the year 1223, St. Francis of As- All carried lighted torches, and around sisi celebrated Christmas in a way the the manger the brothers stood with world had never seen the match of. In their candles, so that it was as light as Greccio, he had a friend and well- the day under the dark vaulting of the Mass was read over the manwisher, Messer John Vellita, who had rock. given him and his brothers a wood- ger, as the altar, so that the Divine . grown cliff up above Greccio, for them Child, under the forms of bread and to live there. Francis now had the wine, should Himself come to the place, man called and said to him: "I want as bodily and discernibly He had been to celebrate the holy Christmas night in the stable at Bethlehem. For a moalong with thee, and now listen how I ment it seemed to John Vellita that have thought it out for myself. In he saw a real child lying in the manthe woods by the cloister thou wilt ger, but as if dead or sleeping. Then find a cave, and there thou must ar- Brother Francis stepped forward, an range a manger filled with hay. There took it lovingly in his arms, and the must also be an ox and an ass, just as Child smiled at Francis, and with his in Bethlehem. I want for men to hands stroked his bearded chin and his celebrate seriously the coming of the coarse grey habit. And yet this vision Son of God upon earth, and see with did not astonish Messer Giovanni my own eyes how poor and miserable (John), for Jesus had been dead, or else asleep, in many hearts. but BroHe wished to be for our sakes." John Velitta looked after St. Fran- ther Francis had by his voice and by cis' wishes, and at midnight of Christ- his example again restoltd the Divine mas Eve, the brothers came together Child to life.—Life of St. Francis (transto celebrate the festival of Christmas. lation)
Young African Ordained to the Priesthood A bea tiful work has been developing in th.-. Vicariate of Mwanza, Tanganyika Territory, in the education of the native clergy, and on September 24, the Vicar Apostolic ordained another young native to the priesthood. It is worth noting that the assistants at the ceremony were all of the native clergy. A great concourse of natives were present for thc ordination ceremony, and for the new priest's first Mass. Father Innocence Shashi is the first priest of In the the great Wasukuma clan. first Tows at the ceremony were thc relatives of the newly ordained, and among the:vi his mother, who is under instructicn preparatoey to receiving Baptism'. After the ceremony Father Asashi went to the entrance of the Cathedral and there addressed the crowds of his fellow tribesmen, who tened in silence as be discoursed on the meaning of the priesthood, and in particular on the meaning of a native priest from that section.—(Fides.)
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RESULTS OF ANNUAL EXAMINATIONS, 1932. 1. KATHLEEN O'CALLAGHAN: English III. (Distinction), Geology I. ( completed course for B.A.). 2. UNA RODOREDA: Education, Geology I., Modern Political- Institutions (completed course for BA.). 3. PHYLLIS TROY: English III., Economics B, Education, Mathematics (Completed course I. (Distinction). for BA.) 4. ADELE GERESIER: Latin III. (Distinction), Education. 4. MOLLY HAYWARD: English n. (Distinction), Geology I. (Distinction). Italian I., Philosophy. 6. PEGGY LONG.MORE: English- I. (Distinction), French I. (Distinction ,, Mathematics I., Economics A. 7. EILEEN GOWANS: Geology (Distinction , . Botany I., Mathematics I., Biology I. 8. EVELYN YOUNGER: Mathematics II., Geology II., Botany II, 9. JULIE MASLIN : English II. Geology I., Philosophy, Elementary 4ialian 10. BETTY KYLE: English II., French I., Economics B, Philosophy. 11. HONOR O'HARE: English II, French I. 12. ANNE O'BRIEN: English H., Eelemtary Italian. 13. KATHLEEN O'CONNOR: Elementary Greek, 14: EDITH WESTHOVEN: Diploma of Education—Education (Distinction), Experimental Education (Distinction), Psychology, Echic. Psychology, Physical Life, General Method NEW CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING IN CHINA.
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daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Moir, of Cottesloe, who gained the A.Mus.A. Diploma for the Pianoforte, at the reShe cent University examinations. also gained honours in Harmony (Senior Division), of the Trinity College, London. and a Credit Pass in Elocution (Grade III.). She is a pupil of the Sacred Heart Convent. Perth.
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Moir, of Cottesloe, who secured 91 marks in Grade VI., at the recent University She Music (Violin) Examinations. also gained Honours in Theory (Division II.), of the Associate Board. She is a pupil of the Sacred Heart Convent, Tuckfield-street, East Fremantle. IP•
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St. Ildephonsus' College, New Norcia The annual break-up concert and dis tribution of prizes was held in the main hall at St. Ildephonsus College, last There was a very Thursday week. large attendance, and the College Hall, tastefully decorated for the occasion, was crowded. Amongst those present were: The Lord Abbot of New Norcia, Dom Moreno, 0.S.B., Dom Peter, 0.S.B., and Professor Irvin, M.A. The concert opened with selections from John O'Brien's "Round the Boree Log," by the College Choir, under the direction of the Rev. Brother Eric. The music was especially composed for the occasion by the talented Dom S. MorA recitation, "The Old eno, O.S.B. Mass Shandrydan," by Hugh Goerke, and musical items by the College Orchestra, assisted by Dom Ramiro, 0.S.B., and Dom Augustine, 0.S.B., completed the first half of the programme.
Saturday, December 24, 1932.
THE RECORD.
Presentation Convent Concert
( By One Who Was There.) The organisation of children's concerts, I am given to believe (I have never organised one myself), imposes a considerable strain on the organisers. If this is so, the Sisters of the Presentation Convent, Cottesloe Beach, must have been very much gratified on the night of Tuesday, December 6, by the reception given to the efforts of the juveniles under their charge, and by the realisation that their own organis"The Old Boys' Association is in a ing energies had not been expended in The concert given by the vain. flourishing condition, and this year organised a three-days' Retreat tor its pupils of this High School was in fact members. It was well attended, and eminently enjoyable, and the satisfacit has been decided to make it an an- tion both of Nuns and pupils was no doubt considerably increased by the nual affair. The Old Boys v. Present fact that the youthful performers were Boys' cricket match took place as usual, and was won by the Present playing to what the reviewers call a After the match the commit- "capacity house." The evening was a Boys. tee presented the College with an en- great success. The programme before interval was larged photo. of Brother George. In conclusion, I must express my thanks composed of some dozen short items by to the Lord Abbot, for his presence pupils, a recitation by the children's here to-night, to Dom Moreno, for the elocution mistress. Miss M. O'Sullivan assistance he has given to the College and two violin solos by the talented Choir, and to Dom Ramiro and Dom Miss C. Callanan; after the interval by Augustine for the care they have taken another couple of individual items. and then the operetta, "Nfaritana," Of with the College orchestra.
the College with an enlarged group. The McDonald medal for the fairest and best player was won by W. AnderIn cricket, the College XI. is ton. leading in the Plains Association, and stand a good chance of winning the premiership. They have the inspiration of a famous old boy of the College, D Bryant, who captained an Australian XI. against the Englishmen, in Perth.
The singing of the Australian An, them, by the whole school, was the finale to a very charming evening. Father O'Neill, in a brief speech, thanked the pupils for the nice entertainment they had given, and oomphmented them on the proficiency they had shown in their various parts. He also congratulated the Sisters on the efficiency of their year's work, and wished teachers and pupils very happy holidays. Miss O'Sullivan and Mr. Wells deserve much praise for the results of The entertainment their instruction. was undoubtedly a very good one.
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After the interval, the College Dra11t ROKEBY ROAD, BUBIACO matic Club staged scences from Henry ft. P. IdcGOVIIPN, V. Pat Lewis, as the King, J. Knuckey as Pistol. T. Ferguson as Nym, and Dental Buraaon. M. Maher as FlueIlan, were the chief Pnune B5791. players. The part of the French sol111111 11111111111111 .iiflillfille1111111111111Illiililli 111111 11111 dier was well played by R. Forbes. At the conclusion of the concert, the Principal, Rev. Brother Brendan, read the report for the year, as follows: 80 to 90 STIRLING ST., PERTH. "My Lord Abbot, Rev F.athers and Brothers, Ladies and Gentlemen,—The Wood and Coal Merchants ( Written for "The Record.") presence in the hall to-night of so many Orders Promptly Attorvied to. old boys recalls the years when these same boys were students and took part ne: B3938. There's a rain that falls when the flowers are dead, in functions similar to the one we are Way out on the wide Nor'-Western plains, at to-night. They are now grown up, When the storm clouds gather overhead but the memory of those occasions A nd the West is red as the daylight wanes. comes it as them, to back come JO SEPH EDWARDS must ten of absence an back to me after ( Late Managing Clerk to Messrs. When hills rise blue through the heat of noon, years, and I am sure it is a pleasant Layan and Walsh). And the heat waves dance on the stony plain, one. I cannot help thinking how forWhen dim at eve glows the ember moon, ECRETARY S tunately situated we are here in New When the weary stockmen pray for rain. Norcia, with its two fine colleges, its Estate & General d, Lan seminary in charge of the Benedictine When the mirage o'er the claypan gleams, Commission Agent Fathers, and with everything conducive And dry are the pools in the river bed, for Absentees and investors. Agent to the spirit of study. Then sent from heaven, soit seems, Arranged, Rents and InMortgages Following out the aim of the Marist Comes the rain that falls when the flowers are dead. terest Collected, Secretarial Work Brothers to turn out Catholic gentleUndertaken. When the mulga leaves are brown and dry, men of high moral character who will counred, their and God, And their mother earth is parched do their duty to their Miss Mary Edwards for Typing Then sent by God from the summer sky, try and their fellowmen, the boys are and Duplicating daily trained in the truth of our holy Comes the rain that falls when the flowers are dead. (First Floor), WARWICK 11 No. Faith in the practice of daily prayer HOUSE, ST. GEORGE'S TERThere's a rain that falls when the flowers are dead, and the regular frequentation of the RACE. Tel. B7804. OIL On the stony hills and mulga plains. Sacraments. I cannot speak too high' When the storm clouds gather overhead, ly of the excellent moral tone, the fine And the West is red as the daylight wanes. family spirit that has been a feature of the College throughout the year. I —JACK SORENSEN. must here stress the importance of religion in the education of the young, and I do not think I can do better than read for you the words of Victor Hugo on this matter. "To all friends of the College, to the the children's performances, a Dumb "In 1850, when the National Assemparents, and to the boys, I wish a very Pantomime, by the Junior School, two choral songs by the Singing Class, an bly was discussing ° the Education happy Xmas and a prosperous new action song by the Junior School (reLaws. Victor Hugo said, in the course year." markable for the escapedes of a fasciof his speech, 'In my opinion Religious The Lord Abbot, after a brief adnating small boy in front), a one-act Education is more necessary to-day dress, distributed the prizes. play ("Chums"), by the Senior School, than ever. An evil of the day. Imight and two musical monologues by Miss almost say, the only evil of our age, is Prize List. M. Browne, were the most acceptable. a certain tendency to centre everyof School (the The Dux Prizes: Special last-mentioned item, particularly thing in this life. By setting up beRodriguez Gold Medal) . Patrick Lewis: w as excellent. The youthful M; fore man this earthly life, this material Good Conduct, gold medal, M. Cahill: Browne has obviously a decided life, as his object and goal, we aggra(presented Medal for French vate all the miseries by the negation Special Williams , , M. Cahill; Champion natural talent for recitation and the histrionic art, plus a charming personthat stands at the end; we add to the by Mr. E. Benson. A thlete, ality which no diffidence prevents ner crushing burthen of the sufferer the unam. bearable weight of nothingness, and we L.C. Class: 1, Religion, Patrick Lewis. from displaying. She should be heard transform mere suffering, which is a 2, Conduct, Michael Cahill. • 3, Aggre- of in Years to come. This young lady's .1 BARRACK STREET, PERTH. It is gate (1 Patrick Lewis; (21 Michael teacher. Miss M. O'Sullivan, also obDivine decree, into despair. • r4,,,,,f. • 113511 liged with a recitation ("The Clown" from that source that deep social conCahill. to show, as it were, how it should be Assuredly I desire to vulsions arise. Sub-Leaving: 1, Religion, . ..Dennis ameliorate in this life the lot of those 2, Aggregate, (1) ..:..enneth done. Technically it was a sound and Clarke. competent performance, but the choice who suffer; but I do not forget that J. W. SHEEHAN Eaton. (2) Shamus Maunsell. of subject was unfortunate. To make the best of all ameliorations is to give 2, Knuckey, Jno. 1, Religion, Junior: the Clown Theme or any of its variathem hope. As for me, I believe most Prime Beef Butcher tions tolerables (for me, at any rate), firmly in that better world. It is the Conduct, Thomas Ferguson, 3, Aggre• Mau' !2). w ould require such a wholly superhighest certainty of my reason, and gate, (1) Jnc Knuckey, HANNAN ST., KALGOORLIE natural talent as could never be found the highest joy of my soul. Therefore, Flynn, (3) John Brennan. RITANA STREET. on this old planet. Miss Claire CalSub-Junior: 1 Religion, Martin Stone I desire sincerely, nay. I long most Tel. 43S. ardently. to see religious education es- 2. Conduct, John 'O'Mahony. 3. Aggre- lanan's violin solos were extremely actablished.' gate, (1) Edward Withell. (21. William ceptable. The first—which I have for1M" gotten—was quite sweet, and the sec"In the matter of studies. the Col- Davis. (3) John O'Mahony. Sixen better. lege has had a successful year. ond—"Serenata"—ev First Year: I. Religion. Vernon The second half of the programme teen boys presented for the Junior and Brand. 2, Conduct, Thomas Puerto!' Leaving examinations, and if the ex- lano. 3. Aggregate (1, Hugh Goerke, opened with another action song ("LitALEX. RODOREOA cellent spirit of study that has been a ( 2) John Damon. (3) William Ander- tle Damozelm by four charming junior (Late of Chas. Watson and Co students, and a vocal duet ("La Serfeature of the examination classes is son. HAY STREET, PERTH. enata") by Misses Lawrence and Dodd. am- indication, the results should be Commissions Executed Promptly Class VI.: 1, Religion, Brian Bur- who both sang well. Then came "MariThe results of the Alliance good. Ring B5841 and B5236. 2, Conduct, Henry Gorey. 3, tana." rowes. This charming piece, corn. Francaise were up to the standard of Aggregate, (1) Geoffrey MCCamev, (2) pressed into two short acts, and chasteother years. M. Cahill gained distinction in Grade I.. and distinctions were Stanley Hammond. (3 Clayton Waugh. ly denuded of the more obvious romantic features, was nevertheless convincDingwall & Bomford gained in Grades III. and IV. by J. Preparatory. I. Religion, John Mc- ingly rendered by a well-balanced cast. Brennan, M. Flynn, A. Bandy, G.Brear, 2. -Conduct. Tno. Crameri. 3. Miss P. McManus, in the name part, Bakers and Pastrycooks Manus. O'Mahony. and Aggregate. (11 Jno. McManus, (2), Jeo and Misses Clifford and Coppin "Our old boys. too, are making good First and Third Awards Royal Crameri, (3), Jos. Ledwith. main sustained aderoles the progress at the University, and I offer Agricultural Show, Class IV.: Aggegate, (1) Frederick quately. Excellent accompaniment on my congratulations to those who were 157 VINCENT ST., NTH. PERTH successful in the recent examinations. Way, (2) Jno. Bianchini, (3), Owen piano and violin greatly increased the HAY STREET, SUBIACO. e ffectiveness of the piece. Thompson. I here record with pride and gratitude Aow the fact that another old boy, Mr. J Cullen. at present attending the SeeB7229. inary at New Norcia, is to be ordaine 1 W. KINANE on December 21st. "In the realm of sport, the College ACCOUNTANT AND TAXATION has been very successful during t1-, ADVISE R. The College XVIII. to‘ ;•. ONLY ADDRESS: LOS BARRACII-STIZIET, MUM. past Year. No. 4 Fourth Floor, Pork Speedalists and 1tanufacttrrers of Table Delloseisa part in the Victoria Plains competi Royal Insurance Buildings. The AsCleanliness, Civility and Attention a Specialitytion, and ran out Premiers ST. GEORGE'S TERRACE sociation presented each member of the Prompt Attention to Country Customers. 'Pbone 11228d (Opp. Foy and Gibson's). team with a photo. of the team, and
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PONTIFICAL HIGH MASS AT FREMANTLE Centenary Celebrations of Sisters of St. Joseph of the Apparition She determined to go to Rome and primitive fashion of that remote period His Grace the Archbishop ceiebrated Nuns oi Notre Dame and placed her seek canonical approbation from the of our Port's history, the Sisters found Pontifical High Mass at Fremantle on in his own home once again. Although See. In 1842, the Pope conferred Fremantle a mere scattered settlement. Tuesday morning, the 13th. -inst., for the Baron de Vialar was a man of Holy Laudatory Decree upon the Congre- "Sand, sorrow and shrubbery," might seems a he yet Appariqualities, many excellent the of Joseph St. of Sisters the However.. gation of the Sisters of St. Joseph, and summarise their prospect. tion, on the occasion of the Centenary to have been tainted with the worldly his although full canonical approval was they set about their task with charwanted He the day. of doctrines was assisted Grace His elebrations. C We find it hard to received until 1870, still the Foun- acteristic zeal. by Right Rev. Monsignor Fagan as daughter to take her place in society; not was consoled and strengthened. visualise the difficulties those pioneers dress her see to he annoyed was Mitand Father Rev. Ceremonies, Master of Tunis, had to undergo. in establishing their chell, C.SS.R., as Deacon, and Rev. thoughts had a different trend. Thus Convents were opened in Malta, first little school towards the end of Mediterthe along places several and last to were which on trials family began Sub-Deac as 0.M.I., Father Kenny, Reinforced latet the present city. and purpose heroic The Basin. ranean she bore Yet 20 years. for nearly were: present Amongst the clergy they foundIreland, from recruits with evincFoundress the of zeal g unflaggin sought She V.G., all with fortitude. heroic Verling, Right Rev. Monsignor foundations, were all ed St. Joseph's Convent, in AdelaideRight Rev. Monsignor Fagan, V.F., strength in prayer, in visits to the ed in all those more remarkable owing to the trials street, which has continued until toVery Rev. Father Prendiville, Adm., Blessed Sarcament, and in Devotion to the opposition she had to undergo. day as the principal educational estabVery Rev. Father Robinsou, C.SS.R., the Five Wounds. She longed to re- and lishment for Catholic girls at the Port. ess: Last Years. Succ but frequsntly, the Sacraments ceive MoFather Rev. O'Neill, Father Rev. Amongst the eminent friends of As the new harbour works progressed, the spirit of Jansenism abroad deprived loney. Very Rev. Father Neville, Emilie during her hours of trial, Fremantle grew into a town, and St. Mother Donthis privilege. her of Father Rev. McMahon, Dr. Rev. Joseph's Convent was enlarged, and a M.S.C., Goodman. Father Rev. ogher. Novitiate erected, where Australian voO'Gorman, Dr. Rev. Crow. Rev. Father cations have been rapidly increasing Rev. .:.'s.ther Masterson, Rev. Father during the past quarter of a century. Mitchell, Father Mc4orse•;.1s. Rev. When the Oblate Fathers took over Rev. Winston, C.SS.R Rev. Father Fremantle Parish in 1894, they were Fathe7 :oss, Rev. Father Wallace, pleased to find as their subsidiaries in Rev. Father O'ConRev. 1.) .the Vineyard the same Congregation Rev. Father Linehan, nor. R. of Nuns which the Oblate Founder had, and Rev. Father Lynch. Faths:. half a century previously, so befriend• of the Mass was devotionalThe ed; and in whose diocese of Marseilles children, school the by ‘',1 ree ly Mother Emilie de Vialar had establishPurFather Rev. of ton ba • • under ed her Head-House. Needless to add, ' I and was notable, as being cell. the harmonious relations and mutual Nearly throughout. Lint , Gregor' goodwill which existed in the case of metropolitan the of esThers all tht their respective Founders, have conspacious the and :t. present. clergy down the years, between these tinued, to laity, the thronged by churcl. two Orders at the West AusReligious the which high esteem in tralian Gateway. After His 7:4 were held. good No wonder, then, we must acknowi:nparted his solemn blessGrace ledge our indebtedness to the various 9isters and congregation ing to • Teaching Sisterhoods. who have devotR ev. F., - - Haugh, 0.M.I., preached ed their lives to the sacred cause of Casermon. :1:11 the cc, tholic education: and in whose schools. the environment means an end, so The Occasional Sermon. dear to the Church, are fully realiser "Lift cu :hine eyes round about and these are gathered together: No wonder we regard our Convert.. see, Schools as bulwarks of our Holy Faith. they are come to thee: thou shalt Amongst the various Teaching Sisbe , therl with all these as with and as a bride thou terhoods in West Australia. the Nuns a them about thee."— of St. Joseph of the Apparition deserve shah our warm gratitude, whether we re(Isa: • 49.1 gard the long period of their service; a-ssernbled this morning to "We their devotion to their task: or the incelebrao *I.- hundredth anniversary of fluence over their pupils past and prethe fouls:at ion of the Sisters of St sent. Joseph ef the Apparition. In doing Besides the Fremantle schools also, we first turn our thoughts heavenready referred to, the Sisters of St. wards. and lw means of this Solemn Joseph of the Apparition conduct with Pontifical High Mass. we offer our equal success educational centres in deepest gr,.)i tilde to Almighty God for Northam. Albany, and Kalamunda. the w& ndr. a blessings He has show. The latter (a boys' school) enjoys the ered upor this Congregation of Nuns. luxury of an ideal site, on the Darling and for the noble work He has accomRanges, overlooking the silvery Swan plished through their instrumentality and the City of Perth. During the during ths past century. VIALAR. DE EMILIE MOTHER next few months, a new convent and In such 3 retrospect, one's thoughts school will be opened in Cunderdin: naturally t=irn, in the first place, to and as the foundation occurs in this the cent:sil figure. namely, the saintly Centenary year, we presume it will be Foundress, Mother Emilie De Vialar. was Bishop De .Mazenod, of Marseilles, known as "Centenary House." Vocation. In order properly to focus a picture To-day, within the various schools The young Mademoiselle de Vialar Founder of the Oblates of Mary Im you must have a background: hence, a mem- conducted by this Order of Nuns in in order that we may appraise the now began to consider her vocation. maculate. Like her, he was but had W.A.. over a thousand young Austraentirely ber of the French nobility, work done in many lands by the Sis- She longed to devote herself the Roor. forfeited his privileges in his love for lians are being prepared, on the best ters of St. Joseph of the Apparition, to the relief' and education of a religious lines, to face the grim realiand learn something of their spirit, we She read books on the religious life. the poor. He, too., had established lived to see ties of life. Hence we in West Austrshe which wise Order, a of missionary advice the sought and prayed Foundress the of must consider the life At length, under the in- extend into Asia, Africa, and America. lia, who have experienced the benign confessor. as an inspiring historical perspective. common to holy influence of those devoted labourers in T owards the end of the 19th. century. spiration of grace, she decided to leave B y that intuition Having acquired souls, he saw in Madame de Vialar an the Vineyard, join heartedly with them the French Revolution had spread like her father's house. To her request in their celebrations during this Cena tornado across North-Western Eu- a large fortune from her grandfather, intrepid missionary. to spend it for a Mother House ;n his diocese, he We unite with them in IP its horrible orgies, it had she was devising plans how Soon a few gladly agreed. The Mother House was tenary year. I'e swept royalty and nobles, priests and in the caust of charity. and on Christ- established in Marseilles in 1852. and prayer that the Cause of Beatification of their holy Foundress may speedils ecclesiastic -s to the guillotine. Reli- chosen souls joined her, ever the progress, so that her spiritual daughgion was momentarily overthrown; mas Day. 1832, the nucleus of the new the Oblate Founder remained Of the Sisters of protector and of friend The object ters in many climes may have further education was paralysed, and repercus- Society was formed. was is Joseph of the Apparition. sions were felt in other lands outside the pious community of women and to St.Space will not permit describing the reasons for exultation, and anothEr distressed; jewel added to the hallowed Altars of France. During this upheaval, God relieve the poor and Mother Emilie de Vialar the Church. As for those good di, was preparing certain favoured souls establish schools where Young girls labours • of remaining Years of her life. ciples of Emilie de Vialar. who are who were destined to achieve greater would receive a thorough religious during the by works of charity, Mother spending their lives amongst us in title glory for France than the doctrines of training. But in order to achieve this Worn out passed peacefully to sublime work of Catholic education, we Voltaire; and who were to carry mis- purpose. the Sisters must first sanctify Emilie de Vialar and her Maker on August 23. 1856. in the wish them every success in their noble sionary enterprise into lands never themselves; hence a body of rules of her sorrowing spiritual chil- mission: and trust that the inspired shaken by the legions of Napoleon. definite constitution with ecclesiastical midst in Her mortal re- promise may he fulfilled in their reMarseilles. Conspicuous amongst these was Mad- approbation was necessary. Under the dren interred in the cemetery gard: "That they who instruct other, ame de Vialar. the subject of our nar- guidance of a Jesuit Father, Mother mains were Emilie drew up a provisional Rule of of St. Charles: but on frequent re-- into holiness, may shine like star, for rative. all eternity." which she submitted to the Arch- quests from her sisters in religion. t• Life, was Vialar Ann Marguerite Emilie De This eminent eccle- remains were reinterred in the Convent of Albi. bishop born at Gaillac, on September 12th., encouraged of La Capelette in 1914. Wanted Urgently --- £40 1797. in the shadow of the Pyrenees. siastic gave his approval, Beneath the Southern Cross. the vows On both father and mother's side she the good work, and received Apthe of Joseph St. of Sisters The Canonical the pending belonged to the noblesse. tier father of the Sisters, parition need no introduction to most Repay £4 monthly; 15 per cent.: car Baron de Vialar. was a typical French approbation of the Holy See. of our readers in \V A. For seventy- as security; highest crerientials; strictaristocrat; her maternal grandfather, The new Religious Institute adopted seven golden years they have been ly private. Baron de Portal, was of Spanish orisacred cause of Caths gin, an eminent scientist, and Court the title, "Sisters of St. Joseph of the engaged in the The Irish National Foresters' Benefit memory of the Angelic lie education at the Port, and for lesser in pparition," A Physician to two Kings. Our Lord. periods, in several other centres. The , Society During her infancy and early child- visit to the Foster-Father of may he put successes they have achieved in their In extending Best Wishes t all f hood. our heroine enjoyed the blessings The object of the Society holy Patron. schools; the religious influence they of a truly Christian home. Her mother. briefly thus: Like their generations A Happy Christmas and Pr-o,perous an exemplary Catholis, had trained the Sisters were to make the Holy have exerted upon various New Year. cowhole-hearted the and pupils: spreading of by loved known and R equests its ,Y.011h1Z Emilie on the best religious Name the accorded have they Re of operation tidings the glad Members, Usual and Intending Picnic Unfortunately, at the age of far and wide "nes. rtien, the first of a long train of trials demption revealed to St. Joseph. Com- clergy, are beyond human estimation. Patrons, exyouth of education The religious isturbed the even tenor of the young bining the active and contemplative ? tc. Note anl Reserve posterity. Sisters would aim first at tends its benefits to remote girl's life. SUNDAY, MARCH 19, 1933, Her good mother died life. the personal sanctification, and Like the source of a mierhty river, it own On which date the Society's twhile on a visit to Paris. whither she their interior source of strength. conveys fertility through many regions, ANNUAL PICNIC gone to make arrangements for the from this soon influence widespread to a souls lead sheddine and uplift to will eventuate. nleher education of her daughter. Sub- endeavour multiplied is light as just extertheir ciety. fulfil would They Full arrangements are being made ti sequently the toting motherless girl Christ glasses. prismatic lustrous ugh schools thro Nyas placed in a convent in Paris. con- ior mission by conducting earn the full approval of the record atA t the request of Bishop Serra. the where children were taught to know ducted by the Nuns of Notre Dame. tendance that is already assure 1 Fremanin arrived love Jesus: by visiting the poor four pioneer Sister's Full Details Later. Two Years afterwards, her father. the and distressed, of nearly voyage a after 1855, by in them consolinrs tle and and rsaren de Vialar, on the plea of Torten JAS. DWYER. General Secretary the in Disembarking Family. months. six Holy the of example the "SS took her from the charge of the P ATRONTSF OUP A 1)\* r.RT;SERS
Saturday, December 24, 1932.
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Music Results, 1932
ASSOCIATE (A.T.C.1..) : Violin, HonExhibitioner and Medalists. M. Harris. ours: of Winner MANUEL: MERCIA DE LOCAL: HARMONY & HIGHER in (93), Exhibition for Highest Marks Honours. Grade III., Singing, at the recent Uni- COUNTERPOINT: P. Walsh. R. Woodversity Music Examinations; also 2nd. Highest marks in the State. place in Mezzo Soprano Solo, Musical roffe. Festival. SENIOR —PIANO: P. Walsh, HonNORMA BUSHELL, who secured ours: E. Hughes. M. Tancock. Medal for Highest Marks in PreparaSENIOR HARMONY: R. Woodroffe, tory Division, Pianoforte, in the recent Honours. 93 marks: C. Boucher, HonTrinity College Music Examinations: ours, 91 marks: P. Walsh. Honours, 84 also Medal for 2nd. place in under 12 marks: M. Moir. Honours. 84 marks: W years Section, of the Musical Festival. Rogers, Honours. 88 marks. ESTHER BRAND: Who secured M INTERMEDIATE -- PIANO: Medal for Highest Marks, Advanced Smith. Honours: 13. White, Honours. of College Junior Theory. Trinity INTERMEDIATE — THEORY: E. Music. Daw. Honours: M. Smith. Diplomas. ADV. JUNIOR — THEORY: E. B. Hamilton. "Fellowship," Trinity Brand, Honours: E. Dick Honours: M. College. London. ( 'rock. Honours; T. Reiti M. Batgeer: "Licentiate," Associated JUNIOR —PIANO: N. Larkin. HonBoard, London, ours: J. Nicholson. Honours: S. Chine. M. Harris: "Associate," Trinity Col- M. Hoddinott. lege. London (Violin), Honours. JUNIOR —THEORY: B. Moir, Hon. M. Batger: Associate, University of c urs: W. Wall. Honours: T. DonaldW A., Honours. son. Honours: M. Knox, Honours: M. M. Moir: Associate. University of Dorney. Honours: G. Robinson, HonW.A.. Honours. ours: N. Larkin, Honours: M. HodE. O'Dwyer: Associate. University of dinott. Pass. W.A. PREPARATORY — PIANO: N. .1. Molloy: Associate. University of Bushell. Honours': B. Moir, Honours: W.A. N. Jones. Honours: M. Prendergast, Hononrs: M. Dorney. Honours: L. ElTrinity College. FELLOWSHIP (F.T.C.L. i : B. Ham- liott (Violin). Honours PREPARATORY -- THEORY: G ilton. .N-N-04..N N
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Smith. Honours; C. Lyons, Honours; I). Lang, Honours; K. Branch, Honours: M. Smith, Honours: J. Nicholson. IIo flours : R. Bray, Honours: M. Poundy, Honours. Pass: N. Jones, W. Farrel-. P. Lynch. B. Lewis, .13. Brear, M. Prendereast. University of W.A. Music Examinations. ( ;RADE E. O'Dwyer. Special Honours. A.Mus A.: M. Batger, A.Mus.A., Honours: M. Moir, A.Nlus.A.: J. Molloy, A.Mus.A.: 1. Trainor. E. Mower. GRADE II.—PIANO & VIOLIN: D. Augustine. Honours: N. Smith. Honours (Violin) ; M. Allen. Credit: S. Gilt, Credit; R. Woodroffe. Credit; M. Branch. Credit: M. de Nlamiel. Credit ( Violin) ; M. Bond, T McN'amara, P. Walsh. 13. WhitGRADE Honours; I. McGrath. Honours; E. Dick. R. Lang (Violin , . M. de Marni ! Honours (Singing) . GRADE III.—HARMONY: I. Kenneatly, Honours: R. Woodroffe. Hor ours: W. Rogers. Honours; M. Ba•get. Credit: P. Walsh. Credit: E O'Reilly Credit: C Boucher. Credit GRADE IV.—PIANO: M. Smitt, Honours: P. McNamara. Honours: ' Reit)). Hon-mrs: M. Knox. Honours; E Williams. Credit. GRADE 1V.—THEORY: M. F•1!,--Honours : T. McNamara. Credit
GRADE V.—PIANO: J. Nicholson, Honours: N. Bushell. li,,nours; T. rkin. HonDonaldson, Honours; W. ours: B. Brear, Honours: N. Jones, Honours: M. Crock. Cre(!it: F. Moir, Credit; K. Branch, ('red • P. Freeman. Credit: K. Cassidy GRADE VI.—PIANO: G. Smith, Honours; P. Lynch, IT ,nours: M. White, Honours: L. Elli. .•t. Honours ( Violin); P. Tarrant, Cre(ht: D. Knox, Credit: C. Arnold. Credit. W. Farrer, Credit; M. Smith. Associated Board.
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THE RECORD.
C.B.C. GERALDTON PUPILS' ANNUAL DISPLAY, An Enjoyable Programme It was somewhat of a disappointrnent to the pupils and staff of Christian Brothers' College, Geraldton, that there was only a moderate attendance at their annual concert and gymnastic display held in the Town Hall recently, more particularly so in view of the fact that the display this year was of a higher standard than any of its predecessors. But while the financial aspect of the concert may not have come entirely up to expectations, the entertainment from a social aspect achieved all, and more than, was desired, and those who did attend went away highly pleased with what the pupils had provided for them. Not only in their gymnastic exhibitions on the horizontal bars and vaulting horse and in f orming pyramids, at all of which they had previously established a reputation for proficiency of no mean order, did the lads excel, but their vocal talent. their deportment in physical culture displays. and their knowledge of amateur theatrical work generally were excellent, and indicated the work devoted to the preparation for the concert by their teachers. The programme opened with an overture by the orchestra. pleasingly rendere.i, and at the conclusion the curtain roo.: to reveal a choir of college pupils. ,y•no, under the baton of Rev. Brother Heffernan, their instructor, delivered first Stanton's "Keep on Hoping." a:id then Vincent's past song. The clear enuncia"Mornieg, Star." tion and particularly the creditable s Dommanner in which they sustained their to customers upon whom he _was supLowest: 3,162, W7, C. Saunders, £10. landscapes, offered by Mesdame parts in the second song, earned well posed to be attending in a restaurant lOs each: 1st., C. inish and Murphy, were not drawn on Weekly Prizes, merited applause and appreciation, convulsed the audience. Following a Coleman, B. Haugaard; 2nd., Mrs. T. Saturday evening. which no doubt compensated Brother further physical culture display by a Murphy, J. P. Brennan; 3rd., Mrs. The following prizes were won from Heffern.o! in a measure for the pains- junior class a quartette —Masters T. Maynard. Mrs. Barron; 4th., J. F. Murphy's stall: Manicure set, won Mrs. training in taken had he taking :ire T. Beaver, and D. Lynch, Mr. T. D. Murphy; 5th., Mrs. by Mrs. Lynch: bottle of wine, won by O'Malley. A. Foster, ." danced Hornpipe A "Sailor's them. lighted with the song, "Lul- Maynard, C. Whooler; 6th., Ella Barwon by D. by Master H. O'Neil, was greatly liked Lane—deThen followed some further clay, C. Kelly; 7th., Defaulter, P. Law- Mrs. Burns; an etching, won by Miss laby." and then followed a humorous incident good acting by Masters D. Lane, J. ler; 8th., Mrs. O'Dea, F. Davey; 9th., Kinnane; brassofbells, wine, won by M. E. entitled 'The Bald-headed Man." The Briers and A. Wright, in an item en- Mrs Lyon Johnston, T.. Cody; 10th.. Murphy; botle Hibble; tea set, won by Mr. McLerprincipals were Masters R. Pass. 0. Mrs. 11th,, Cressy; J. "Incidents," the lenghty but en- Miss Lynch, non; cushion won by Miss 0. McLerJames aerl B. Whelan, and between titled by Mr. J. Mlprogramme concluding with the Burke. His Grace Archbishop Clune; them the" managed to convey quite a joyablestic squad again giving- a de- 12th., Josie Longton, Defaulter, taken non: jelly beans, won ght, won by Mrs. lucid ide., of how embarrassing a situa- gymna display on the vaulting horse. over by G. Christie; 13th., Miss Lynch, Mullen: and hug-me-ti tion a tlo: 1-headed man can be placed lightfulmember of the troupe became Mrs. Barron; 14th., J. Conway, Miss O'Dea. in as a -csult of riding- in a tramcar Each The following prizes were won from d into action from the com- Conroy; 15th., M. Kelly, J. Cressy; in front of an inquisitive youngster. galvanise nt, and under the supervision 16th. F. Frawley, Fred Coleman; 17th. Mrs. Cullen's stall: Set of tools by That the teachers believe in adopting menceme reeled off their E. Krugall, Mr. Trainor; 18th., Mrs. G. Mrs. T. D. Murphy; Christmas stock, Heffernan Brother of , the motto, "mens sana in corpore sano" contributions with a pleasing O'Shea, Miss E. M. Ryan; 19th., Mr. ing. by Mrs. Lawler; dresser, complete —a sourol mind in a sound body—in respective W. King, Miss E. M. Ryan; 20th., R. by Mrs. Williamson; bottle of wine, by ty. rapidi the training of their pupils, was demon, Mrs. King; satin slippers, by Pat During the past two years a general Franklin, Mrs. Hunt; 21St.. Defaultei strated through a physical culture disbeen noted in the E. Howard; 22nd., Mrs. Baker, de- Davenport; dressed doll (Tessie), by has vement impro play given by a troupe of juveniles. by Mrs. O'Dea; mance by the pupils of the col- faulter, taken over by W. Paterson; Joy Smithers; tea set,by Mrs. Asphar: Keen intere,A was evinced in the dis- perforand their effort this year was, it 23rd., H. Watson, Maisie Miller; 24th, guessing doll's name. lege, play, and the pupils earned applause ten-shilling note, by Mrs. Lawler. than any M. Daley, R. A. Forsaith; 25th., Mary enjoyable more anything. for their poise. and general deportment The whole entertainment Kelly, Bertha Dimer; 26th., J. Conway, The following prizes were won from The V(ll'.1 -, .10. "A Boy's Best Friend," former effort, a swing from start to E. H. Manton; 27th., Mr. Williamson, the Refreshment Stall: Guinea, Mrs. with by Mast€7. E Kershaw, was rendered went off Mr. Dimer, Bertha 28th., is Mrs. Allen: standard present the, if O'Dea: powder bowl, Miss Fleming; with a g d deliverance, and showed finish, and the general public may well L .Kennedy; 29th., Miss E. M. McCue ham. Miss L. Quartermain; Xmas cake, the lad to possess a voice with distinct maintained , Defaulter 30th., : Carrnodv Milda concerts ran, forward to some pleasing Very Rev. Monsignor Verling: bottle possibilitito while a similar contribu- look E. J. Mr. aterson, P W. by variover the taken For to come. whisky. Mrs. K. Duffey; box date tion by T. Foster entitled. "If a Body in the years £159 total, money Prize . evenMcCarthy contributed during the creams Mrs. Puttick; tongue, Mrs. Find a Le,:son," also received well mer- ous items A. Ryan officiated at the 10s. Troy; box sweets, Mrs. Drabble; lamp The art of speaking ing, Miss ited ap.plau-e most efficiently, while the thanks To date the profits on the Prize Pac- shade, I. Dominish; case fruit, Sister distinctly. o ohase of education which piano organisers are also due to the orCarmel. ket are 010 (unfinished). is receivino more attention than form- of the for their voluntary assistance erly, was ,toply demonstrated by a chestra entertainm orchestra The ent. The Stall Holders. class of ;ad-, in the number. "Little to the A GOOD START. Mr. J. Groessler (piano), The Children's Stall, conducted by Things," ao,1 then following this the consisted ofForrester and M. Seeker M. Misses , Luscombe R. Cullen H. school choir again pleased with the One could make a good start for the Best (alto saxophone), G. Mesdames and Davis, and Johnston numbers. 'Loch Lomond," a part song ( trumpet). A. saxophone) , C. Wright W. year on £1,000. Therefore try your new (tenor Clifford list the topped Hallam, Miss well sustainec1. and the three-part song. and buy a ticket in the W.A. O'Llea (clarionet) luck J. J. and , ) trombone ( 5d, with the fine return of £56 5s Home Sweet Home." An' exhilirating Consultation on the Perth Charities _ -which was made up of £31 9s 5d. pro- Cup. There are three prizes of /1,000 display by the gymnastic souad on the horizontal bars and in forming pyraceeds from the stall; £21 9s 6d from each, and the cost of a ticket is only raffles: and LI 6s 6d from a bridge mids concluded the first portion of the Net pro 2/6; agents evervwhere. evening held recently at the home of ceeds go to R.S.L., etc. programme. and in this the pupils wellWithout dehandIrish valuable The Cullen. Fete. former Mrs. Church maintained their reputation of lay buy to-day, because the drawing On Friday evening, His Grace the embroidered linen supper cloth was takes place next week in the Perth y.ears. The pyramids were very artisFete ys' two-da hoped is it the Fete; the not drawn during tically formed, and the only cause for A rchbishop opened Town Hall. regret if any, was that they could not in the Convent Grounds, lent for the to sell many more tickets in it. The Joseph. St. that of back be . performed under coloured lights, occasion by the Sisters pedestal lamp is also held which would have considerably en- Mr. D. McGillivray and Mr. H. Costello mort tickets might he sold. effects were responsible for lighting hanced the effect. The Refreshment Stall, conducted by , that made the setting very attractive Quarterrnaine s Dominish, Mesdame In arranging the programme, the im. The stalls were stationed on the long, Dorrie, Clem. Misses and Quigley, and portance of introducing a spice of hum- deep verandah, and the side shows in Dominish, came our was not overlooked, and following the grounds. Dr. McMahon met the Imelda and Marie which includes E3 the overture "Gloriana," by the orches- Archbishop at the gate and accompani- next, with £26 5s 9d, share in the "Perth" bridge tra, which opened the second half, ed by a number of the parishioners, 19s, a half before the Fete. amusement was again provided in the His Grace formally opened the Fete. party, run the week d by Mes conducte Stall, Fancy PilMr. The by The principal A vote of thanks, proposed farce. "Boy Wanted." Murphy, Lyon Johnston Part was taken by .R. Pass as Mr grim, Chairman of the South Perth dames T. D. Grumbleang, the business man, whose Roads Board. was carried enthusias- Hunt. Kinnane, Lynch, Sydney Smith ambition was to secure the perfect tically. Letters of apology were re- and the Misses D. McCarthy, S. Miles office boy, while others in the cast were ceived from Mr. Wells, M.L.A., and N. Miles, 13. Walsh. M. Walsh. P 0. James. as Mr, Abraham Noah; F. Major Duffy. The business of the Lynch. and D. Taylor. netted £16 4s in the Perth Town Hall in the R onan, the lively boy; W. Scott. the Fete then began, and the ticket sellers which includes £3 19s, as part share in recently. run presence of the public, bridge who "Perth" the clergy, perfect visiting ,siow boy; IT. Morrisse_ y, the surrounded the W.A. °°Y; L. O'Neil, Aunt Maria: and C. were very willing victims, making the The Side Shows:wheel, run by Mr. and Charities Consultation The chocolate Campbell. demon king. The conclusion opening night a success by their gen. Hamilton No. 10 J. Mrs Costello, Mrs H. ()( the farce might perhaps have been erosity. and Kath Go, Costello Faith evening, Misses Saturday improved upon, hut the act provided on closed on the Perth Cup. The Fete Plenty of humour, the lads showing amid all the noise that accompanies showed a profit of £20. The card game, run by Messrs. SydBuy a Ticket to-day. Agents good promise in histrionic work. Var- the drawing of raffles. At 9.30 on SatBob Peattie iety to the programme was given in a urday evening the Xmas Prize Packet ney smith. Rov Paxton, , and Miss everywhere. Try your luck. Pleasing pianoforte solo. entitled "Re- was drawn, and the result is as fol. Tohn and Jerry McMullen Peat Bob Mrs. Smith, Sydney and Lorna South Perth, both pastor membrance." lw Master C. Gould. for lows. Which he was accorded a round of apto Messrs. tie, showed a profit of £1J Is 9d. people, are deeply indebted Plause. Then for some time, the audi- Kinnane. Milazzo, and McF,ncroe, for Mrs. T. J. Snigg. assisted by the ence were treated to several amusing which they the admirable manner in throughout Misses G. and Veronica Snigg, showed mxing bouts, in which science vied. c onducted the card scheme a profit of £6 6s from their Gipsy Tent With willingness for mastery. The de. the year: The refreshment returns are not vet r isions of the referee (Mr. j. Wildy ) inin. Prize —Xmas Net Proceeds to R.S.L., etc. List of Prize Winners ariably met with general approVal. Raffles. Packet. R. K. BUSCOMBE. Secretary. One of the most pleasing and amusing Mrs. , fro offered letter registered £50. The Box C106, G.P.O., Perth. ighest: .,̀.619. F6. M M Bollard. H t en D T. was e Mrs. by won programm was Snigg Egan. T . J. _ntriblitions to the Next Highest: 71.630. D3. T. 'W. he romic song. 'Waiter." by Master The. valuable Australian Murphy. £12 10s, R. ONeil, in which his witty replies
BOANS Extend to all Patrons their best wishes for a
Merry Christmas and a
Prosperous New Year
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THE RECORD OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF PERTH. Published Every Thursday, at "The Record Office," 450 Hay Street, Perth.
PERTH, SATURDAY. DECEMBER 24, 1932.
The Peace of Christ T hroughout the Christian world to-morrow in every Catholic Church, will be sung the argelic song of the first Christmas morning—"Pax hominibus bonae voluntatis--and to every Christian heart will be conveyed its message of peace and goodwill. Peace is the desire of the human heart; it is what the hearts of men are ever longing for. and what men of goodwill are striving to diffuse among the nations. Peace is the angels' Christmas wish, and all who would breathe the spirit of Bethlehem will brush away from them enmities and hates, and unite in friendship and brotherhood regardless of race or condition at the Crib of the Divine Infant of the Stable. • • • It has been said "the world's a wilderness, and tears are hung on every tree." Mankind in a foolish race after the gods of wealth and pleasure have forgotten the teachings of the Christ and His lowly coming. The world has become a stage in which contending factions are warring for ascendancy. On the one side we see the forces of nationalism and internationalism at work, and enmities and hatreds created. Nations are being- excited by propagandists, who for personal and party aggrandisement, would light fires of war and plunge civilisation into abyssmal ruin. Chimerical systems are being propounded and scattered in the name of humanity, and for the relief of all who labour and are heavily burdened. A new Idealism is being coined and the script of the Prince of Peace is trodden under foot. 'What in the arrogance of the time is called New Thought, has taken possession of the higher learning of our public schools, and secularism is enthroned in the place of religion. Charity, that Divine virtue which should make the whole world kin, is driven out from the councils of statesmen and the conferences of industry, and peace goes wearily onward into the shadows. On the other hand, there are forces stubbornly striving to counteract the destructive influences which the agents of secularism are exerting to defeat the Kingdom of God on earth, and to these forces—the vanguard of the Catholic Church—men of goodwill must turn if civilisation is not to be destroyed. There must he an end to the feud between the Churches. Whilst Christianity is divided into factions, Satan's hands are kept busily employed. Bethlehem reminds Christian brethren of their brotherhood. -With the spirit of Christmas appealing to men of goodwill, "we should look around for subjects on which to agree and tasks in which we can co-operate with the fullness of members of one family, which in the words of Pius XI. is GOD'S The unity of Christendom is the urge of the cenFAMILY." tury. That all may be one, in the one fold and under the one Shepherd, is the prayer and hope of the Holy Father. Then will be realised the peace sung on the first Christmas morn by the angels. • The great Divine Force opposing the cohorts of anarchy, heresy, and lawlessness in society to-day is. to the impartial observer of world affairs, that Divine Church which, in every crisis of human history, has remained true to the letter and spirit of the teachings of her Divine Founder, the Prince of Peace. Whose Birthday She will keep to-morrow, and honour with all the splendour of holy ritual and sacred song. Faithfully, yielding not a simulacrum of His doctrines to placate the tendencies of popular clamour, her hierarchy and priesthood will, please God. Who has been with her in all her travails, carry on Her Divine Mission unto the end, workinr.! ever for the salvation of souls and the Peace of 'Christ in the K ingdom of God on earth. 'A HOLY AND A HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO OUR READFPS
Read Our Calendar Weekly December 26.—St. Shephen, the ProtoMartyr. Double of the 2nd. Class. Red. Octave of the Nativity. St. Stephen was one of the seven chosen by the Apostles to assist in the daily distribution of alms, and raised Because of to the rank of Deacons. his zeal, he incurred the anger of the Jews, who stoned him to death. He thus had the honour of being the first of the followers of Christ to give testimony of his faith with his blood. December 21.—St. John, Apostle and Evenaelist. Double of 2nd. Class. White. 2. Octave of the Nativity. St. John. called the "Beloved Disciple," was the brother of St. James the Greater. To him the dying Sayious recommended the care of His Mother. After the Ascension, St. John spent most of his time in Jerusalem, but the closing years of his life were spent at Ephesus, where he died about He wrote the fourth the year 100. Gospel and three Epistles. December 28.—The Holy Innocents, Martyrs. Double of the 2nd. Class. Violet. 2, Of the octave of tEi
Nativity.
To-day's feast commemorates the innocent children who were clone to death by order of Herod, who wishing to destroy the new-born King, decreed the death- of "all the male children that were in Bethlehem. and the borders thereof, from two years old and under." December 29.--St. Thomas. Bishop and 2, Of Martyr. Double. Red. the Octave of the Nativity. St. Thomas a' Beckett was -born in London in 1117. In 1157 he was made Lord Chancellor of England, and five Years later became Archbishop of Canterbury. His zeal and firmness in defence of the Church cost him his life, He was done to death at the instigation of King Henry II. December 30.—Of the Sunday within the Octave of the Nativity. Semidouble. White 2, Of the Nativity. December 31.—St. Sylvester Pope and Double. White. 2. Confessor. Octave of the Nativity. St. Sylvester was called to rule the Church in the Years which followed the accession of Constantine. His principal care was the provision of churches for public worship. During his pontificate the first General CounSt. Sylvester died in cil was hed. 335 A.D. January 1.—Feast of the Circumcision. White. Double of the 2nd. Class. Creed. Mass Prayer: "0 God, who through the fruitful virginity of blessed Mary clidst bestow on mankind the rewards of eternal salvation; grant, we beseech Thee, that we max' experience her intercession for us, through whom we were made worthy to receive the Author of life." For a Christian life is made up of continued fresh beginninfes. Evers' day and every year brings its own special graces, its own special opThis portunities of serving God. thought should come home to us in a particular manner, at the beginning of the new year! Time passes, the many old Years are gone, with their hopes and -fears, their joys and sorrows. The new year is our own, it offers us graces which may transform our lives, if we but use them. Our progress may be slow, difficulties may beset our ways. But. by God's grace. we may hope to begin well, and with His hells we may To-day is hope to perfect the work. the acceptable time, to-day is the day It behoves us to corof salvation. respond with the grace of God and make this Year a time nf 5Pirittlal joy,
Pontifical High Mass will be by His Grace the Archbishop at suns mid; night. The sermon will be by .Father Kelly. The choir preached will der "Mass in 4," by Weber, renwith "Adeste Fidelis" sung as an Offertory, Prior to the Mass Mrs. Sydney Smith will sing "The Star of Bethlehem," the choir a "Xmas Hymn," foundedand on a German hymn of the 16th. century. A t the entrance of His Grace the Archbishop, Elgar's "Ecce Sacerdos" will be sung. The choir will be supported by an orchestra, in conjunction with the organ. The solosits will be: Mrs. Sydney Smith, Misses Peggy Brennan, Eileen Hart; Messrs. Peter Roxby and Syd. Lynch. Mr. Arthur Taylor will preside at the organ, and Mr. Sydney Smith will conduct the choir, On Christmas morning, Masses will be celebrated at 7. 9, 10, and 11 o'clock. At 11 o'clock a Solemn High Mass will be sung. His Grace the Archbishop will preside. The occasional sermon will be preached by a Redemptorist Father. Arrived at Fremantle on December 23, by the s.s. Hobson's Bay, is the Rev. Dr. L. T. Goody, who returns to take up his work in the Perth Archdio. cese. A former pupil of the Christian Brothers' College, Perth. Dr. Goody lett in September, 1924. to prepare for Holy Orders at the Propaganda College, Rome. * * Priests are requessri to forward collections for the Pr,,rn Qation of the Faith to the Chur, 11 l'ffices. Victoria Square, as soon as v-ccille. • • • A full report.of the Garden Fete and Prize Packet Competit:on will appear in our next issue.
Redemptorist Retreats for Christmas.
Rev. Father Mitchell. C.SS.R., for the Sisters at Victoria Square. Rev. Father Hogan, C.SS.R., for the Presentation Sisters. at Iona. Rev. Father Gilmartin. C.SS.R., at teseto Convent, Osborne: Rev. Father Murray, C.SS.R., for the Mercy Sisters, Victoria Park. Rev. Father Gores-. C is to con. duct a Retreat for the :isters of Mercy and the Sisters of St. John of God. at Bunbury. commencing next week. Very Rev. Father Robinson, C.SS.R.. is to conduct a Retreat for the Sisters of St. Joseph. South Perth, next Week. Rev. rather Hogan. (s.SS.R., will conduct the Retreat for tl s Sisters of St John of God. at Subiaco. next week.
Final Profession Ceremony at Victoria Square Convent "I do vow and promise to God Poverty, Chastity, and Obedience . . and to persevere till death. . ."
Bold words, these—more foolhardy apparently than the promise of a beggar who, undertaking an obligation involving millions, pledges his own life as security. Here it is no question of bartering away a mere mortal life—men . Nvill do that gladly in the hope of grasPing some shadowy ideal—no, for eternal death is the doom pronounced against who ever fails to honour the obligations undertaken at Relicrious ProfesYet, every year hundreds or sion. to young souls kneel before the Altar exultsign away their freedom. saying and ingly: "The kingdom of the world all the glory thereof, I have despised, f or the love of Our Lord, Jesus Christ. ' And, if no thought of the awful risk crosses their minds, it is because they that, from are secure in the assurance Tabernacle. the Divine Prisoner of the for help will always be forthcoming nature. the combat against clamorous debts. No one is afraid of contracting who has unlimited resources to draw upon. Corp On Friday, December 17, in the vent Chapel at Victoria Square, 111' the Grace Archbishop Clune received rnColu. vows of four Sisters: Sr. M.Augustine banus O'Connor, Sr. M. and Finey, Sr. M. Immaculate Carroll. w.as Grace His Sr. Agnes Roundy. while assisted by Rev. Dr. Sullivan, Father Rev. His Grace the Archbishop formally in the Sanctuary were opened the Garden Fete in the Palace Donogher, Chaplain of the Orphanage. O'Connell, Subiaco, and Rev. Fatherexperienced Grounds on Monday evening. Once more was C.SS.R. touchinc the perennial freshness of theprocession. Rev. John Cullen was ordained to profession ceremony. The the Priesthood, for the Archdiocese, by of Sisters, headed by the Cross, enterer1 His Grace the Archbishop. on Decem- slowly to the strains of the "Venl ber 21, at 8.45 a.m., at St. Mary's Ca- Sancte Spiritus." During Mass the His first Mass was cele- Sisters pronounced their vows thedral. brated on the following day, at St. death.- with the Sacred Host elevate', Brigid's Church. West Perth, at 7.15 above them, and afterwards receive:. a.m. With-Father Cullen was ordain- Holy Communion. As they lay ed Dom Phillip, 0.S.B.. of New Norcia. trated upon the ground, the "Te Deurn_ Both the Mass and ti" was sung. were beautifully rer music ceremony early Rev. Dr. Sullivan left by train Choir. Sisters' by the dered in the week for Kalgoorlie.
The Archdiocese
Saturday, December 24, 1932.
Ordinations BIS GRACE RAISES TWO CANDIDATES TO THE PRIESTHOOD. The solemn ceremony of Ordination took place at St. Mary's Cathedral on W ednesday, the Feast of St. Thomas, when His Grace the Archbishop raised The t wo candidates to the Priesthood. Father newly-ordained priests are Rev. , and John Cullen, of the Archdiocese Norcia. Dom Phillip, 0.S.B., of New Right Rev. His Grace was attended byRev. Father Monsignor Fagan„ V.F., were Kelly, and the Ordinands were Rev. assisted by Rev. Father O'Connor,O.S.B. Father Crow, and Dom Bernard, In the Sanctuary were Very Rev. Father Prendiville, Adm., Very Rev. Father Moloney, Rev. Father Mitchell, CSS.R., Rev. Father Winston, Rev. Father Linehan, and Rev. Father Russell. Father Cullen is the only son of Mrs. and the latt Mr. Cullen, of CharHe received les-street, West Perth. his early education at the hands of the Christian Brothers, from whom he passed to St. Columba's College, to prepare for the Priesthood. From there he proceeded to- St. Patrick's College. Manly, to study Theology. Owing to f ailing health, his studies were interrupted for a time, but when his health was restored, His Grace the Archbishop granted him permission to complete his theological course at New Norcia. where he has spent the last twelve months. Sister M. Mechtilde, of St. 13rigid's Convent, West Perth, is a sister. Dom Phillip, 0.S.B., was born in Spain, where he received his early education. After joining the Benedictine Order, he was sent to a house of the Order in Genoa, to pursue his philosophy there. About four years ago he was transferred to New Norcia, where he has just completed his theological course. He will be stationed at New Norcia for the present. Father Cullen is one of six priests ordained from the West Perth Parish. That number includes Father Giles, who was ordained recently in Rome, Father Kelly, C.SS.R., Father Aubrey Goodman, M.S.C., Rev. Dr. Rumble. Ml.S.1, and Father O'Connor.
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THE RECORD. Drysdale River Mission natives, makes an excellenti opening article under the headline, "An Epic of the Far. NorthWest." It is appropriately illustrated. The story is graphically told, and ConThe is interesting reading. vent at Drysdale, the Monastery, and the Mission Church, from which radiate the activities of . the Mission, are shown in humble outline, but they will have a peculiar interest for all who are interested in the Apostolic work of the good religious, who, under trying conditions, are working for the salvation of souls in the North-West. "The Marist Brothers' General Chapter," in session, is shown in an illustration, also the Superior General of the Order. Very Rev. Bro. Diogene. "New Norcia ReVisited," from the pen of Rev. Dr. McMahon, adds freshness to the oft-told The activities story of New Norcia. of the students are interestingly chronThe reading icled and illustrated. matter throughout makes good reading. As a school annual it is a handsome and interesting one.
Death of Miss Mary Sullivan Kalgoorlie Family Bereaved. 'The Record': regrets to announce the death of Miss Mary Sullivan, which sad event took place at Kalgoorlie on Miss Sulivan, Wednesday morning. who was only 25 years of age, is a sister of Rey. Dr. Sullivan, of the Cathedral Staff, and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan, of Hannan-street, Kalgoorlie. The deceased young lady had always been in robust health, but a few weeks ago she contracted a severe chill, which developed into pneumonia, and despite all that medical skill and attentive nursing could do, she passed peacefully away in the early hours of A Solemn ReWednesday morning. quiem Mass was celebrated on Thursday for the repose of her soul by her brother, who had travelled to Kalgoorlie some days previously, and was preThe deceased sent at her edath-bed. young lady was an exemplary member of the Children of Mary Sodality. and
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Perth C.Y.M.S. Our temporary Club Rooms in the Cathedral Hall are proving a wonderful asset to the Society. The billiard table is never idle, and our library Now that Xmas books get no rest. spirit is abroad, people may feel somewhat generous. All donations of books to the C.Y.M.S. Library will be grateIn helping us you fully accepted. are helping the Catholic Church of tomorrow, and the moral and intellectual calibre of our future Catholic manhood depends on the interest you display in the Catholic Youth of the present. Swimming Club. The swimming in the A.N.A. Baths ever- Wednesday night is exceedingly popular. Between forty and fifty enthusiasts are there every Wednesday night. and many of them. I think, will do honour to their green bathers Any youthwith its CY:M.S. crest. ful enthusiast may come along to the A.N1A. Swimming Baths if he but becomes a member of our Society. Christmas Greetings. The Society extends Christmas greetings to His Grace the Archbishop, to its chaplain, its executive and wellMay this Christmas be for wishers. them a Christmas of joy and peace, and may the new year be a prosperous one for them all and for our Society. Second Monday in January. The Society will not meet again until We the second Monday in January. request a large attendance on that night, as we are planning -big things" for the new year.
Subiaco Xmas Prize Packet
The drawing of the Subiaco Xmas • Prize Packet took place in St. Joseph's Hall, Subiaco, on Tuesday evening, December 20, before a large gathering of parishioners. The following is the re sult of the drawing: Highest Totals: 1st. (f75), Mr. P. M cManus; 2nd. li20,o Mr. M. Nallen; 3rd. til 10s). No. 3, Rosalie Convent School; 4th. (7 10s), M. Edwin, Lowest Totals: 1st. (£12 10s), E. J. McCreery; 2nd. £3 10s), Father Prendiville. Weekly Prizes---Highest 130s. each) : Madge Buckingham, Mrs. Stokes, St. Joseph's School, W. Laird, H. Wells VICTORIA SQUARE BEREAVED. Mrs. Boor, Miss Campbell, Miss CampThe death occurred on Wednesday, bell, Eileen. E.M.U., Mr. F. White, Mr. at the Convent of Mercy, Victoria F. Walsh, Mrs. Tully, N. Jones. Mrs. Sisterspioneer Square, of one of the Hennaberry, Mr. W. Anderton, Mr. FATHER CULLEN. REV. reThe deceased Sister M. Joseph. Bolster, Ellen (St. Joseph's Orphanhad ligious was 83 years of age, and age', D. G. White, Mrs. G. Moore, was a pupil of the Sisters of St. John Friend Sydney. Miss A. been in the 60th. year of her religious Chesson, Mrs. the Bazaar with nds where, Nedla Kalgoorlie, at of God profession. When she was three years Scott, Miss Mary Casey, Flo. Kinsella, in Adelaide, years few a exception of old, her family arrived in West AusMiss C. Critch, Mrs. Williams. the most of her short life was spent. tralia frOm Cork. She was educated Weekly Prizes-Lowest (30s each) : Raffles. of Results sorrow"The Record" extends to her by the Sisters at Victoria Square, and Eileen, Mr. Kennedy, Miss N. Lennon, ing parents. and brother and sister, its after leaving school resolved to devote Children of Mary Stall:-Goose Club: deep sympathy in their sad bereave- Mrs. Byrne. Miss Fl)-nn. Mrs. C. Tucker, herself entirely to the charitable work Mr. W. Thomas, Father Masterson, F. R.I.P. of her teachers, and joined the Order 1st., No. 69, Monsignor Fagan; 2nd., ment. Alward, Mrs. Kelly, Mr. P. Quinn, Mrs. 1873. in SyMrs, in 1870. She was professed 1496, F. Bennett; 3rd., 806, Rounsvell. Mrs. Casey. Father Cunof record and had thus the remarkable nott; 4th., 207, Mr. Belt; 5th., 1033, North Fremantle and Palmyra Notes ningham. Mrs. Godfrey, Mrs. Fitzsim60 Years of labour in the Lord's Vinemons, T. Ruby, Miss Maisie Bucking6th., 133, V. Saint; 7th., yard, During those 60 years she had Miss D. Ryan; ham, Father Prendiville, J. Niland, Mr. home Fry; D. 578, 8th., welcome to are Johnston; e W pleased w orked for the cause of religion and 551, C. W. James Kelly. L. O'Halloran, Mr. W Harof Coghlan, e ducation in the various convents of 9th„ 912, J. Walter Rawnsley; 10th., Toni and Miss Nellie Palmer, Miss E. O'Donnell Mr. F vest-road, North Fremantle, after an White, Mr. Beecroft, Eileen, Miss Mc her Order, and always with the same As Rev. Father Lenehan. extended and pleasant holiday in the Mahon. spirit of zeal and unselfishness. They both look Eastern Goldfields. a teacher at Victoria Square she had Champagne, Case No. 1, 61, Sir Charthe better for their stay inland. the privilege of moulding the characT. Mr. 42, DEATH. ters of many of the older Catholics of les Nathan; case No. 2, Perth, and her work was much appre• A hern; whisky, 5, Mr. Geo. IIannah: Mr. and Mrs. Lynch and family have M ATIONY.-On the 25th. November, elated. For some years she was Sister- supper cloth. 51, Mrs. Croyle; card come to reside in their new home, in 1932., at his residence, Fitzroy-street, St. Kilda, Victoria, Myles Patrick Sacristan at the Cathedral, where her table, 85, S. J. Reilly; tray, 33, Rev. Cleopatro-street. Palmyra, and we wish zealartistic hands found scope for her Mahony, late of Collie, West Austrato thank all our good men of Palmyra 51a, shams, pillow O'Connor; Father In ous interest in the House of God. lia, R.I.P. and Bicton who so willingly and genher later days, she was well known to Miss Birmingham; striped supper cloth, erously helped to build this home. We Sweet Testi,. have mercy on his soul. callers at the convent as Fortress, in 25, Mrs. Nind: blue and black cushion, will be pleased to extend a hand of which position her affectionate and N MEMORIAM. I 37, Mr. Fudger; fruit set, 30, Miss K. welcome to some more good Catholic k indly nature was manifest to all. We are also cake, 13, H. G. Lynch; families such as these. fond memory of Annie .-In SMITH Mrs. His Grace the Archbishop celebrated Corrigan; Xmas and pleased to notice that Mr. Smith. who departed this life on Defawn cushion, 53, Mrs. Bahen; supper Brewer are building a nice new home Requiem Mass for the repose of he cember 19, 1930. R.I.P. soul on Friday morning at 930. at set, 47, Mr. H. Lake; blue slippers, 77, in Canning-road. Sacred Heart of Jesus. have mercy St. Mary's Cathedral, which many of Freeman; pink doll, 100, Mrs. Mrs. on her soul. the priests and religious of Perth atmauve Joyce; Mrs. 57, Belt; tea cosy, Last Sunday afternoon the infant -Inserted by her loved ones. tended, and a large following of the Coughlin; box choco- daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Callaby was The funeral took place imme- slippers, 4, Mr. laity in the holy waters of Bap- MOFFAT.--Of your charity, pray for diately afterwards to the Sisters' Burial lates, 14, Channcey Twins; white doll, regenerated the happy repose of the dear, immorAnne's Church. North FreSt. in tism. Grounds, at Karrakatta. The chief 29, Colleen Rowe; perfume, 9, Mrs. tal soul of George Davidson Moffat, mantle. m ournerg were her brother, Mr. T. Noonan; chocolates, 11, M. Bogue; gin brother of J. Campbell Moffat, BedR egan. her two sisters, Mrs. Jacobs fordale; A. A. Moffat. Perth, and Mrs. affe, 37, Micky Cughlin; brooch, 59. A very sociable and pleasant house and Miss Regan, and her nephew, Mr E. H. Williams. Melbourne, who died J. E. Hodgkinson; bath salts, 21, Miss Leo Regan, solicitor, "The Record" S. Scullin; Victorian Lady, 13, F. An. party was held at the home of Mr. and in St. John's Hospital, fortified with e xtends to the members of her comMrs Miller. of Hammad-street, Palthe rites of Holy Church, after a derson; tie press, 13. Mr. S. Bogue: myra. friends of circle usual The sincere its munity, and of her family, R.I.P. novelty set, 17, K. Connaughton. long and painful illness. was time a merry and preesnt, R.I.P. were s Ympathe in their bereavement. are proceeds The etc. games. spent in FENTON -In memory of Cornelius Hollywood Stall: Carved table, a48, to raise funds for St. Gerard's building ( Con) Fenton, late of Canning-road. J. Mr. z25, case, suit Gaunt; Mrs. fund. News and Notes Palmyra, who died on December 21, Moran; Mr. whisky, bottle rushfield; B 1931. • Pellegrini's, in Hay -street, is showing supper cloth, a30, Mrs. Bahen; travela very afternoon Lord, have mercy on his soul. Saturday Last slip lady's Joyce Wilson; a. fine and varied stock of devotional ling rug, 1115, at St. by his brother John and place -Inserted took wedding pretty sachet. pyjama Pictures, statuary, rosaries, prayer pers. 4, Mrs. Chauncey; Fremantle, ily. North Chturch. fam Anne's bottles Connaungton: three bPoks, and many beautiful articles suit- 58, K.x90, Archbishop Clune; doll and when Miss Russell, of North Fremanable for gifts during the Christmas sea- wine, tle, was united in the bonds of holy KISSANE.-In loving memory of .our son. It is worth one's while visiting pram, c57, Betty Low; 10s. note, 48. matrimony to Mr. Onlev. of North dear mother, Anne Kissane, who died t he repository and inspecting the very Mrs. Quinn; doll, 2, Helen Nash; sup- Fremantle, by Rev. Father Kearin. on December 16, 1931. R.I.P. ann basinet C. Judd; Mr, 4, cloth, per attractive display. A s a white candle in a holy place. wine, bottles three Wilson; M. b7. . doll • aged face. The recent renovations and paint- So with the beauty of her We have received a copy of St. Tide- 16, Mr. Coughlin; lady's hand bag. 16, gone from her, and her brood, Her Presbyand Church Anne's St. 23, Kevin car, to ing motor •phonsus' College Magazine for 1932. It Mrs. Brushfield; thoughts as still Great very Is an artistic production, and reflects Orr; lady's bag, S. Miss Dorothy Syn• tery are looking Mr. C. well. V. Chapman. As the quiet waters of a ruined mill. great credit on the College and the not; box chocolates. 74, Mr. M. Foley; praise is due to -Inserted by Insie and Tack Boyd, Printing house that produced it. The cot and doll 31 Tommy's Sister, Holly- who, with his usual taste, has effected Cannington. such a wonderful improvement. finding of the German aviators by the wood
Death of Sister M. Joseph
TWELVE
SOCIAL NOTES:
THE RECORD.
By "KATHLEEN'
of the esteem in which she was held Sr. Coffey said that Sr. Smith had won the affection of all with whom she had come in contact. The branch would miss her very much indeed, but she hoped that in her new surroundings she would not forget her old friends, and when opportunity arose she would endeavour to advance the cause of Hibernianism in the Southern Cross Sisters Nugent and Baker district. also spoke of the good qualities of the Suitable presents departing guest. were also made to Miss Pamela Smith— of the Lemonade Bottle—and to Baby Pat, aged three, who has attended the branch meetings regularly since she was a month old. Seasonal greetings and the singino, of 'Auld Lang Sync" brought a happy evening to a close.
Saturday, December 24, 1932.
Goldfields Notes The signs of Christmas are with us again, schools have closed for the annual vacation, break-up concerts and fetes are a thing of the past, the usual exodus of holiday makers has begun, and the weather, cool at present, dicates a return to conditions less pleaThough the Christmas season sant. comes again to a world suffering severely for its departure from Christian principles, it comes to a goldfields still buoyant with hope. The increasing price of gold has improved business on the fields, and still we hear of further developments on the Golden Mile. The rotation holidays on the mines will also tend to liven matters this Christmas, and so to others less fortunate than ourselves, we extend the season greetings, and trust that ere another festive season comes round, they, too, will he sharing in prosperity. The Sisters of Mercy. of Coolgardie and Butler-street. held their break-up concerts and fetes during the week, Many visitors journeyed from Kalgoorlie and Boulder to be present at the Coolgardie concert, and were well repaid by the excellence of the nrogramme. Among the visitors were Rev Dr. Kennedy and Rev. Father R yan Rev. Brothers Walsh, Ryan. gan, Murphy, and Creed took their departure for Perth and Busselton by Thursday evening's express. The (-rood wishes of Kalgoorlie and Boulder parishioners go with the Brothers on their well earned holiday. Rev. Mr. Stinson and Messrs. Mc. Bride and English arrived in Kalgoorlie during the week from MpWerribee, and St. •Colurnban's, respectively. Rev. Mr. Stinson is now sub'beacon, and will he raised to the priesthood at the end of next year. Mr. and Mrs Mick Francis are at present enjoying a holiday at the coast.
Most of us like to have another's at antiques The exhibition of Government House during the past few opinion when we are buying presents weeks has been an eye-opener and an for our friends, but sometimes this is Those who inspiration to most of us. We are in- not possible to obtain. clined to think that the people of even live in the city have such a variety of a few hundred years ago were ignorant, goods to choose from that to make a uncultured, unaesthetic, but to wander choice should not be very difficult. For around and view the splendid collec- our married friends nothing is e: tion would quickly dispel any false than good cut glass, and this year it is ideas we might have of the culture priced more reasonably. Full sets for of our ancestors. And when we con- every occasion are obtainable. Brass. sider the lack of guidance and the lack ware always makes a beautiful Christof machinery, etc., under which they mas present, and endless is the variety worked, our admiration for them in- in which it is being shown. For the creases. The wonder is, not that they did so little, but that they did so much. The case holding the treasures lent by the Lord Abbot of New Norcia alMR. AND MRS. F. WILLOUGHBY HONOURED. ways had an admiring and wondering exhibits the while it, around crowd from Old Egypt convinced us that we have yet much to learn from. the ancients. Those who have been privileged to see this collection of antiques will surely benefit by it, and should be ever grateful to those men and women who spared not themselves in order that the public might take a peep into the artistic values of the past It is pleasing to see that in Ireland— despite certain present worries about land annuities, tariffs, etc., the people are making a very definite move to encourage the fine arts, and it is suggested that a State Department be instituted under a Minister for Culture and Arts. The very name indicates what its duties iii the main would be. The members of if would need to have wide vision, for under its aegis would come town-planning, architecture, national parks, bird sanctuaries, museums, picture galleries, all branches of industry, etc, and yet it would need to preParish of Toodyay serve the national traits of Ireland and not become a mere copyist of other Summer School. countries. Parents are reminded that a Summer That Ireland is rich in treasures dear The Bellevue Mechanics Institute was sickness and necessity, and her works School of Religious Instruction is to the archaeologist was demonstrated recently, when a party of specialists recently filled with the numerous de- of charity were well known. Many in being held at the Convent, Toodyay. debts of gratitude t from Derember 27 till January 14. All from England, U.S.A., Spain and other scendants and friends of Mr. and Mrs. the district owed Mr. and Mrs. Willoughby for the good the children, both boys and girls, who European countries visited Dublin to honour to the F. Willoughby, to pay deeds they had done. The large audi- have not had a chance of a Catholic see what the "Green Isle" had to offer ence present was a fitting tribute to education, will be heartily welcome. in the nature of archaeological curiosi. aged couple. who are highly esteemed their their popularity. The Hon. Mr. W' The children's recreation will also be They were received by Dr. Cof- in the district, on the occasion of ties. was throngfey, of the University College, and golden wedding. The hall direction of D. Johnson, NI.L.A., had pleasant recol- amply catered for, and swimming faciliunder the with dancers, him ed extended to friendship lections of ties are also at their disposal. We feel were loud in their praises of the Na as M.C. The music was in the beginning of his political career, sure there will be a big roll-up on Detional Museum. some sections of which Mrs R. Smith, Miss D'Arcy's orchestra. by in his work cember 27th. they acclaimed as the finest in the suppliedan interval in the dancing the and had been encouraged by Mr. and Mrs. Willoughby, and the Mundaring. During the past summer a During world. and up the centre of friendship then given had lasted all The new church of the Sacred Heart party of research students from the crowd divided, the hall the guests walked (escorted by The most successful days is now nearing completion. ond all will Harvard University in U.S.A. made Mrs. Hesketh and Mrs. B. Turner, two through. had in the district had been al be ready for the grand opening on Sunsome valuable discoveries connected very old residents of Ballevue), to the they ways associated with Mr. and Mrs. Wil day, January 22. Donations. by way with the Viking period at Moate, in strains of "The Wedding March" from loughby. They were outstanding charof church equipment, have been steadIreland. the orchestra. Mr. and Mrs. Willough- acters in Bellevue. and their gossi Her Majesty, Queen Mary, has al- by were conducted to the platform to works were legion. They had done all ily pouring in. The brass candlesticks ways been known as a good house- seats of honour. The chairman of the they could to encourage those in dis- for which an appeal was made some time ago have now been donated. keeper, and this is very apparent to function (Mr. Harvey) congratulated tress. They had never done much for any who may take a peep at the kit- them on the happy event, and read themselves except ,sain the appreciation There still remain a few items, however, which we feel "Santa Claus" will proAl- , numerous telegrams expressive of rechens of the Royal residences. of all who knew them, and those who cibthough she has a thousand things to gard and congratulation from friends knew them best appreciated them. As Aide for us. These are: Chalice,stole, otherwise engage her attention, she far and near, including one from Arch- member of the district, he added his orium, surplice, Benediction he s and a jarrah chair for finds time to inspect the linen cup- bishop Clune. Councillor Harrigan. an congratulation to Mr. and Mrs. Wil- tsanct aucarrists 7 bell, e They contain old friend, said that as a man and a loughby, for the long and happy life boards once a month. practically all Irish linen, and the citizen. Mr. Willoughby had always they had had together, and hoped that Bazaar. A very successful bazaar was held at tablecloths used in the Royal house- taken an interest in the welfare of the happiness would continue for many Mundaring on Saturday, December 17. hold are of the finest damask, the district. Mr. Willoughby was born years yet. He presented them with Great thanks are due to the organisers, Queen not being partial to the more in Adelaide 77 years ago. Mrs. Wil- two upholstered chairs and an envelchurch Comfort, neat- loughbv was a native of Ireland and ope, on behalf of the residents of Bel- assistants, and supporters. The by the modern table mats. ness, and cleanliness are insisted on was born in the historic County of levue. Mr. Willoughby, junr., suitably funds will benefit considerably effort. throughout the whole of the palaces. Waterford. She came to Australia in responded on behalf of his parents. Times for Masses: Shops are advertising last-minute 1877. The couple are of the good old At Mr. Harvey's invitation, Mrs. WilDecember 25: Toodyav, Midnight needs for Christmas, and the wise shop- stock of pioneers who braved many dis- loughby cut the five-tier wedding cake, Mass: Wongamine, 7.30 a.m.; Jenna' time, for hers well in per will purchase comforts and hardships in the difficult which was ornamented with a silver cubbine, 9 a.m. there is always a rush towards closing work of pioneering. Mr. Alfred Walker, horseshoe, bells, and surrounded will-, January 1: Toodvay, 8 a.m.; Cultime, and so often there is Jittl'e to an old resident, joined in the congratu- golden horseshoe. Mr. and Mrs. Wil- ham, 10 a.m. choose from, and the purcha,ser is lations to the guests of the evenis loughby were married in Cobar, N.S.W.. January 8: Clacgline, s 30 a.m.; more or less disappointed. and spoke in high praise of Mrs. Wil- and came to West Australia in 1896. Toodyass 10.30 a.m. Scores of families will spend some loughby, who had extended the hand Eulogistic speeches were also made January 15: Jennacubbine, 8.30 ant; portion of the holidays camping along of friendship to new corners to the dis- to- Fathers O'Gorman and McCormack Toodvay, 10.30 a.m. the river, or at one of the beaches. and trict and made them feel at home. She An enjoyable musical programme was January 22: Mundaring, S a.m.; Mt children will be wearing out their old had responded to calls at all times in contributed to by local artists. Helena, 9.30 a.m. but where families staying are clothes, at guest houses, the little ones will need Mistress (engaging maid) : "I'm so GLAD TO "MEAT' YOU AT neat little frocks for meal times and business girl sets of lingerie, boxes of Tobralco can not be handkerchiefs, silk stockings, slippers, pleased you've decided to come. Can for parties. McGOVERN BROS. beaten as a Material for those, and it etc., are always acceptable, while for you manage to start on the 13th. of comes in such charming patterns that the young man equally suitable preFamily Butchers even the most fastidious can he suited. sents may be obtained. Busy fingers next month?" 656 BEAUFORT STREET, The pinafore frock looks wonderfully have been working for months in order MT. LAWLE-Y. to give their friends hand-made articles well, and if it has a white or plain col"Well. ma'am, that's just when I had 'Phone: B2838. oured blouse with short puff sleeves. and these are doubly appreciated, for hoped to be given notice." the recipient knows what lovely wishes any girl would be proud of it. But whatever style is chosen it should not have accompanied every stitch in them have frills or flounces, as these make They convey silently "Scrooge's noisier wish, "The best Xmas you ever had.' laundering too difficult in holidav time A little tight-fitting jacket to slip on Valedictory. when the evenings are cool will be A washable hat found most useful. pleasing little function took place A with a brightly coloured ribbon, would last Wednesday week, at the home of Opposite Post Office KALGOORLIE wear. for day be necessary Mrs. Smyth, of Monger-street. when :30LE AGENT FOR SOVEREIGN HATS. For the Young girl's more formal members of the Cathedral Women's wear is an Flota spotted muslin, of Branch, H,A.C.B.S.. met to bid "au rewhite foundation, with coloured spots voir" to Mrs. Smyth, one of their memof *green and red or blue and gold. It bers-, who was to leave later in the is such a soft material that it ties int-, week to make her home in Southern lovely bows—so much worn on dresses Cross. The President, Sister O'ShaughW. A. PRODUC just now. A velvet coatee in a shade nessy. regretted that Sr. Smith was G V. P. McCARTHY - - - - -- - - - - - PROPRIETOR toning with the spots would he neces• leaving the city, as she had alwa, "r)RTS, MUSCATS, CLARETS, TOKAYS, FRONTIGGirls nowadays wear little, if been a consistent supporter of the sary. NACS. any jewellery, but a string of fine beads branch, hut she was takinee with her ALTAR WINE (SWEET) A SPECIALTY. and place, not be out of would wishes would of her fellow members the good ( Approved In- Ecclesiastical Authority). 4/C1-4014 give an air of distinction to the toil- She asked her to accept from them a Telephones: Vines,s as. Armadale, 8: Private, F1302. ,...00011110. little gift—a handbag—as a slight token ette.
Golden Wedding at Bellevue
HOUSE OF Russell's THE MEN'S WEAR
McCarthys Richon Wines
THE RECORD.
Saturday, December 24, 1932.
Bunbury I must first of all apologise to all Bunbury readers for a slight defection from duty, in not sending the weekly notes for several weeks past. Since our last notes appeared there has been great activity in the parish. The anniversary of the opening of our church was celebrated with Exposition of the Most Holy Sacrament from the end of second Mass until the end of evening devotions. The Children of Mary kept their half-hour w atches throughout the day, and the parishioners attended in good numbers throughout the day. All the Masses have been very well attended indeed, but there still remains plenty- of room for improvement at the Perhaps the new e vening devotions. year will show an improvement. Our tennis club had their official opening by its Patron, Archdeacon Haves, on Sunday week. Members attended fairly well, and sister clubs sent along their representatives in all ,except two case,. It is matter for regret for one to read the names of Catholic young ladies and men figuring prominently in other clubs, and not supporting their own club in any way. Perhaps some day they will realise what it means to meet the young pen pie of one's own faith in sport. HowOur water ever, the loss is theirs. scheme i- practically finished, and should be in operation before these notes are printed. The "Kookaburras" held their second concert. and it was quite up to _stanThe riembers are to be condard. No doubt gratnlated on their efforts we will hear soon from the "Merrios" It is certainly time we had news of another entertainment from them. On Fri(lay of last week, the Convent pupils gave Coeir annual concert. All who had the good fortune to be present have nothing but praise for the The Sisters, teachchildren's efforts. ers, and children are to be complimented on the fine display. Educat;on .Week is now but a memory. The children from the Convent schools performed most creditably throughout. No doubt Runbury will have a great It influx of visitors from now on. may he of acsistance to publish the following chnrch information: Masses:— Sundays. 7 and 9.30 a.m.: daily, 7 a.m.: Wednesd,c- only, at South Bunburv. 7 a.m. Devotions: Sunday. 7.30 P.m.; Thursda 7 30 p.m. Confessions: Daily. As these notes will appear on Christmas Day T will conclude by wishinc all reader, a holy and happy Christina-, and a nro-,,eentis new year
Of Interest to Parents Swimming Classes During the Christmas Vacation. As in !,,revi,.us years, the Education Department intends. (-hiring the forthcoming Va. ation, to hold classes of instruction in swimming and life-saving. These classes are open to all children of school age, irrespective of what school they attend, and will be arranged wherever there are sufficient enrolments to warrant. It is pr_obable that classes will be held at the following centres in the metropolitan area: Crawley Baths, Nedlands Baths, Claremont Baths, Mosman's Bay, and South B each, Fremantle. In addition, it is hoped to form classes at Albany, Bunbury., Brisseltort, and Geraldton. The course consists of ten lessons. taken on consecutive days (Saturdays and Sunday excepted) over a period of two weeks. Each class consists of approximately 15 children, and is instructed for about half-an-hour on each day. The fee charged for the full course of en lessons is 2s. The one fee only is charged for the full ten lessons, but children will, of course, have to pay their own expenses of travelling and admission to the baths. In centres where the demand warrants it, children who have taken the two weeks' course may continue for a further week's instruction on pavmen+ of a further fee of Is. This will cover an additional five lessons taken on the w eek days—Monday to Friday—of the succeeding week, but is open only to those who have already attended the t wo-weeks' course. The instruction covers all grades from teaching non-swimmers how to swim up to advanced life-saying. The advanced pupils are prepared for the e xaminations of the Royal Life Saving Society. The course for this vacation will cornmence at all centres on the 9th. _Tante nary, 1932. All enquiries should he made at, and entries lodged, with the _E ducation Department, Treasury BuildmeS. Perth.
Armadale St. Francis Xavier's Church. Holy Mass will be celebrated at St Francis Xavier's Church, Armadale. on Sunday morning next; Christmas Day, at 7.45 am
THIRTEEN Walsh's Ltd.; Coles Ltd.; Aherns Ltd.;
Wentworth Hotel; Alex. Kelly (Boot Wagin Convent School Entertainment Store); Betts and Betts (Boot Store) : Thursday, December 8, witnessed the annual entertainment of the Wagin Convent School; the performance being a charming little operetta—"Pearl the The vim and grace Fishermaiden." with which the children attacked their opening chorus; captivated the audience, and not for a moment throughout lose the whole performance d: As the this hold on their listeners. plot unfolded, interest increased till the last curtain fall, when "a charming piece. most charmingly presented," was the unanimous verdict of all. The singing was sweet and strongly rhythmical throughout, displaying much skill on the part of such young performers, while their dancing, gracefully and daintily presented, won well merited The character cast was applause. strong and good: each child tackling the parts in a style truly admirable Miss Daphne Baxter played the role of Pearl. with a charming, winsome air which made her a favourite from the Lorenzo, her gallant admirer. start. was admirabl played by Miss Sibyl Stephens. whose splendid performance and sweet singing gained well merited Dame and applause and praise. Daddy -Whelk, played by Miss Kate McMahon and Miss Maple Wilson, captured all hearts. The rollicking comedy. sprinkled here and there with a deal of pathos, lost nothing in the hands of these youthful performers. The impatient and irritable King Ferdinand was well portrayed by Miss Ella Becker, who created much amusement by her sudden outbursts of anger, most of which was directed at the unassuming Chancellor (Miss Joan Moran), who played her part well in the languid style which this role called for. Miss Molly Connell, as the Court Jester, won her audience completely; such grace and spirit in se youthful a performer deserves commendation. Not a little of the comedy was supplied by Master Fred Buck, as the Poet Laureate, whose portrayal of a difficult part was admirable, creating much amusement, as well as winning well merited applause. while Miss Celia Malcolm proved a charming and sedate Mistress of the The minor parts, in the Wardrobe. hands of Misses Pat Hardey Maureen Leo, Bet Moran, Verna Leo, Irene Lowther, and Masters Jack Buck and Jim Moran, left nothing to be desired. The beauty of the performance was enhanced by the scenic setting, which lent a special charm to the performance, whilst the orchestra, with Miss Mavis •Williams. L,Tc..!.. . A Ifus.A., pianiste, assisted by Miss Mercia de Mamie], Mr. W. Smith. and M. A James (violins), Mr. G. Walton (saxaphone) , and Mr. R. Baker (cornet), and Mr. A. Baker (drums), left nothing to be desired.
MUSIC RESULTS. Australian Board—Practical—Nov., 1931, Grade I.: Mavie E. Williams (Pass) Grade II: Mary C. Kelly (Violin', Pass; Lorna Cocks. Credit. Grade III.: Constance M. Gill, Credit. Grade V.: Patricia Hardev, Credit; Jean Anderson, Credit. Grade VI.: Janet Baker, Honours: Daphne Baxter. Honours; Catherine McMahon. Credit: Marjorie Vincent Credit. Trinity College of Music—Practical— Aug., 1932, Senior: Joyce Barnes, Pass. Junior: Sibyl Stephens, Honours; Patricia Hardey, Pass. Preparatory: Daphne Baxter, Honours; Kate McMahon, Pass. First Steps: Molly Connell. Honours: Maureen Leo, Honours; Veda Elder, Honours. .Theory, June, 1932, Advanced Junior: Patricia Hardey. Stott Honours: Kate Honours; Cannel Stott, Baxter, McMahon, Honours; Honours. Junior Division: Sibyl Stephens. Honours: Lona Fleay, Honours; Adeline Fiegert, Pass. Preparatory: Dorothy Bamber, Honours; Veda Elder. Honours; Audrey Brough Honours: Maureen Leo. Hon. ours.
University of West Australia—Practical, October, 1932. Grade I.: Mavis Williams A.Mu, .\ Credit. Grade III.: Joyce Barnes, Pass. Grade IV.: Jean Anderson, Pass; Ivy Miller, Pass. Grade V.: Daphne Baxter, Honours: Janet Baker. Honours.: Catherine McMahon, Credit. Australian Board—Practical—Nov., 1931, Grade I.: Mavis E Williams, Pass. Grade IT.: Mary C. Kelly (Violin), Pass; Lorna Cocks, Credit. Grade III.: Constance M. Gill, Credit Grade V.: Patricia Hardey, Credit: Jean Anderson. Credit. Grade VI. : Janet Baker, Honours: Daphne Baxter. Honours; Catherine McMahon, Credit; Marjorie Vincent, Credit.
Trinity College of Music —Practical— August, 1932. Senior: Joyce Barnes, Pass. Junior: Sibyl Stephens, Honours; Patricia Hardey, Pass. Preparatory: Daphne Baxter, Honours; Kate McMahon, Pass, First Steps: Molly Connell, Honours; Maureen Leo, Honours; Veda Elder, Honours. Theory, June, 1932. Advanced Junior: Patricia Hardey, Honours; Cannel Stott, Honours; Kate McMahon, Honours; Daphne Baxter Honours. Junior Division: Sibyl Stephens, Honours; Lona Fleas-, Honours; Adeline Fiegert. Pass. Preparatory: Dorothy Bamber. Hon ours; Veda Elder, Honours; Audrey Brough, Honours; Maureen Leo, Honours_ .University of West Australia—Practical—October, 1932. Grade I.: Mavis Williams (A.Mus.A.) Credit. Grade III.: Joyce Barnes. Pass. Grade IV.: Jean Anderson, Pass:-Ivy Miller, Pass. Grade V.: Daphne Baxter, Honours; Janet Baker, Honours; Catherine McMahon. Credit.
The Interstate team left by Tuesday night's train for Melbourne, and were given an enthusiastic send-off by about 200 members of the Association. They have gone under the patronage of His Grace the Archbishop, who graciously forwarded to the Secretary of the Association a letter, of which the following is a copy: The Hon. Secretary, West Australian Catholic Lawn Tennis Association, 66 N1cCourt St.. West Leederville. Dear Sir.—I received your communication of the 10th. instant, and am pleased to learn that our Catholic Lawn Tennis Association is being represented in the forthcoming Carnival to be held in Melbourne. In wishing our representatives every success, I express the sincerest wish that this Carnival will be a means of further cementing the bond of union and loyalty within the ranks of the Australian Catholic Tennis Association, and that it will have far-reaching results towards the progress and growth of our Catholic Faith. I have much pleasure in bestowing my patronage on the West Australian Interstate Team.—I am, Yours faithfully, * P. J. CLUNE. Archbishop of Perth.
Irish National Foresters Hugh O'Neill Branch. The half-yearly meeting of the above branch, held in Keough's Hall on Thursday evening, 17th. inst.. and presided over by the Chief Ranger (Bro. Hart) was well attended, and a good deal of The following business transacted. officers were installed for the ensuing six months: Chief Ranger, Bro. Hart; Sub. Chief Ranger, Bro. Urquhart; Secretary, Bro. Dwyer, Assistant Secretary, Bro. Groessler; Treasurer, Bro. Divinev: Senior Woodward. Sister King: Junior Woodward, Bro. P. Heagney; Senior Beadle, Bro. Fogarty; Junior Beadle, Bro. F. Giles. The installation ceremony was performed by the District Chief Ranger (Bro. Ryan). Christmas Tree. The above branch held a Xmas Tree for members' children in Keough's Hall, Perth, on Saturday evening last, 17th. inst. Expecting Father Xmas to come direct from the Society's headquarters in Dublin. and appear in his time-honoured customary way, via the chimney and fireplace, a temporary fireplace was constructed in the hall to meet requirements. Correctly attired and wearing the Society's regalia, the seasonal visitor appeared among the throng of children who with their parents filled the hall, and was greeted with hearty cheers of welcome. On taking a seat of honour. Father Xmas related an old Irish legend, and then began his audience with the children, giving each Then. bidding the child a gift of toys children a farewell and promising to return again next Year, he left to continue his pilgrimage of joy- through the A programme of games and world. musical and vocal items -was then proceeded with, and childree nrid adults entered into the gaiety of the evening. Refreshments suitable for the season-ice cream and ginger beer—were on simply, and the youngsters thoroughly enjoyed themselves. A eknowledgment: The branch desires to exnress its appreciation to the following for donations to the Xmas Tree:
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Fremantle C.Y.M.S. Well over 60 young people—members of the Fremantle branch of the C.Y.M.S. and their friends—spent a thoroughly enjoyable outing at Rockingham on Sunday, 11th inst_ A dull sky and cold winds ruled swimming out of order, but what the crowd missed in that particular sport they made up on the tennis court and cricket field. Shortly after 10.30 a.m. two bus loads of young people moved off from the Club Rooms in Parry-street on the first summer outing of the Fremantle Rockingham was reached C.Y.M.S. Lunch was partaken, at 11.'0 a.m. and then the crowd split up. some heading for the tennis courts, some for the cricket field, and a few of the more hardy souls for the beach, but the latter did not stay there very long, quickly rejoining their friends. The members played a cricket match against the Metro. Social Club, and were successful in scoring their first Both teams had win of the season. two innings. M.S.C. compiled 54 and Our chief 41: C.Y.M.S., 99 and 53. contributors with the bat were: F. Collins (34), B. Naylor (29), G. Paul (13), K. Kelly (10). The following players were successful with the ball: K. Kelly (4 wickets), J. Browne (4), F. Townsend (4), G. Paul .(2). B. Naylor (2), J Gustafsen" (3), Hansen and Jeffs (1 each). The tennis courts were thronged during the day, and many enjoyable sets were played. After tea many of the crowd inspected the very fine aviary and rabbit hutches. the property of Mr. G. Grigg, of The homeward run Rockingham. It had was commenced at 9 p.m. been a great day, and all were anxious to know when the branch was holding its next picnic. A night tennis party for members was held at Shanahan's court on TuesAbout a dozen memday evening. bers were present. The result of the novelty sweep, con.ducted by the club, was as follows: 1st. prize, J. Cassidy, 1995 points; 2nd. prize, Mrs. O'Loughlin. 1741 points; 3rd. prize. J. Daly, 1740 points; lowest aggregate, S. Hannan, 867 points. The following cricket fixtures have been arranged by the secretary (George Paul): January 8, v Rockingham, at Rockingham. January 22. v Irish National Forresters (ground to be arranged). On Sunday last the Fremantle branch of the C.Y.M.S. cricket team journeyed to Mandurah, to engage the Mandurah C.C. in a game. Sultry conditions prevailed as the team left Fremantle, but by the time Mandurah was reached a strong sea breeze had sprung up, and conditions for the Play commenced match were ideal. C.Y.M.S. won the toss at 2.30 p.m. and batting first Jack Sheridan and George Jeffs gave the team a great start with a brilliant opening partnerHowever, a slump then ship of 109. set in, and, despite a dogged innings from George Paul, we were all out for 161. The double figure scorers were: Sheridan (57), Jeffs (46), Townsend Man(45), and Paul (10 not out). durah started badly, by losing three wickets cheaply, but the remaining batsmen offered our bowlers considerable opposition, and it was not until 119 was scored that the last man was We thus won by 42 runs. dismissed. Our attack lacked variety, and had it not been for the outstanding efforts of Kevin Kelly, who took four wickets and has been our best bowler so far this season, Mandurah might have Other trundlers to secure wicwon. kets were Jeffs (2), Sheridan, Paul and Townsend (1 each).
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ST. MARY'S BRANCH. KALGOORLIE ( With which is Amalgama4 -41 AL!. HALLOWS' BRANCH. BOULDER) Fortnightly Meetings Members are earnestly requested tit roll up. day Contributions received any we from 9 a m. to 6 p.m. by the Secretary Next Meeting Night: MONDAY, DECEMBER 26, at BOULDER S. J. HILL Secretary.
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H.A.C.B. Society DISTRICT BOARD. The fortnisshtly meeting was held on the 20th. inst., the District President, Bro. S. J. O'Halloran, presiding over Bros. W. A. Brown, P:D.P., J. Edwards, C S., F. Reader, D.T. Sister Gilbertson D.W., Bros. J. Finnegan. D.G.. T. J. Hynes, D.B.NI., and E. A. Clarke, Reports were received with D.B.M. regard to the visit of a delegation to Northam on the llth. "inst., and keen satisfaction was expressed as to the splendid results that had so far accrued from the reorganisation of St. Joseph's Branch. The-District Board was fully represented at the formal social tendered by the Star of the Sea Branch to the Rev. Father Haugh. on the 12th. inst., and which was a most sucFather Haugh has cessful function. given to the Society since he has been in W.A. the greatest possible measure of assistance and encouragement, and the Society here is losing perhaps its greatest friend. Nevertheless, his attachment to the Society will no doubt cause him to give to Victoria the same measure of assistance that he has given to the Society in this Presentations were made to State. him on behalf of the District Board and the branch. Bro. Geo. Creighton is still very weak as a result of his recent illness, but it is hoped that soon he will be sufficiently recovered to take his place at the Board meetings. The District President and District officers.extend to the officers and members of the several branches throughout the State their best wishes for a holy and happy 'Christmas and a pros. perous new year, and express the hope t that the year 1933 will prove to be one of real progress for the Society from every point of view. St. Joseph's Branch, Northam. A delegation from the District Board, comprising Bros. S. J. P. O'Halloran, D.P., J. G. Hogan, D.V.P.. J. Edwards, G.S., J. Finnegan. D.G., T. J. Hynes, D.B.M., and O'C. O'Mahony, R.D.T., visited Northam on Sunday, the 11th. inst . for the purpose of attending the meeting of St. Joseph's Branch, held on that night. The meeting was splendidlv attended, there being over fifty members and intending members present. The Society was honoured by the presence of key. Father Dunne. The District President presided at the inception of the meeting, and immediately installed the officers elected at the previous meetines, after which the new President. Bro. W. Walker, occupied the chair. Fifteen new members were nominated, elected, and initiated by the president, and the initiation ceremony, in view of the large number being received into the Society was a most impressive one. The result 'of the first fortnight's organising by. the president, secretary, and other officers of the branch is certainly most satisfactory. and augurs well for its future. At the first two meetings no less than thirty new members have been initiated. A social committee was formed, and it will prepare a programme for the entertainment of members after the meetings. and this will he submitted to the next meeting of the branch. The General Se(retary. speaking on behalf of the District Board. expressed keen appreciation of the work of the newly appointed officers and the other members who had assisted in making the resuscitation of the branch such a wonderful success. and he said that, with the co-operation and support of Fathers Dunne and Fanning, the future welfare of the branch was assured. It was decided that the next meeting should he held on Thursday. the 22nd. inst., when the report of the social committee will be submitted. It was then decided that the re-organisation of the branch should he marked by the members approaching Holy Communion in a body at Midnight Mass on Christmas Day, the General Secretary promising to provide regalia for the whole of the members. The President, in moving a vote of thanks to the District Board for this second visit, expressed his satisfaction at the manner in which parishioners were welcoming the re-establishment of the Society at Northam, and said that he felt sure that if the members gave to the officers a fair measure of support and encouragement, the branch will be an undoubted success. The Rev. Father Dunne said that he desired to associate himself with the motion moved by the President, and said that he was delighted at the evidence
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THE RECORD. of strength and vitality which had so far marked the resuscitation of the branch. He was very pleased to see the large number of young people who were joining the branch, and was satisfied that with the splendid material of which the officers is composed, and the fine calibre of the members generally, the branch would be entirely successful, and that in the future it would have a continual and useful existence. He was delighted that the branch had decided to mark its resuscitation by the members approaching Holy Communion in a body at Midnight Mass on Christmas Day, and if the members attended the altar rails in full force, the giving of Holy Communion to them would be one of the most pleasing experiences of his life. Bro. O'Mahony, in responding on behalf of the District Board, said that the members of the delegation were extremely pleased at this splendid meeting, which indicated that the branch would be a wonderful success. He was particularly impressed by the calibre of the officers and members generally, and it only remained for them each personally to do his or her part and in a short time St. Joseph's Branch would rival the hest of the branches in the State. He thanked Father. Dunne for the interest that he had taken in the resuscitation of the branch and his goodwill and co-operation was all that was required to make the Society in Northam a complete success. The meeting closed with the recitation of the Angelus by Rev Father Dunne.
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St. Brig-id's Branch, West Perth. The branch conducted its last meeting for the year 1932 on Monday. December 12. The newly elected Pre sident (Bro. De Luca) presided over a fair attendance of members. Sick pas amounting to £6 was passed for payment. Our S. and S. Committee*dele gate reported on the activities of that committee, who have arranged a crio ket match against St. Patrick's Old Boys, to take place at Clontarf someThose wishing to time in January. take part in the match are requested to hand in their names to the secretary. Normally, our next meeting should be held on Boxing night. Howover, from e xperience, it was found most unwise to hold a meeting on a holiday night, and the necessary steps were taken to defer our next meeting to Monday, January 2. Following on this decision. a motion was put that a further two weeks' sick pay be passed to those members already on the sick list, and that one further cheque be signed by the executive to be operated on by the serretarv, only in case of any one of
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our members becoming sick prior to the next meeting. In recognition of the services rendered by the retiring President (Bro. Bryson). during his twlve months of office, it was wholeheartedly decided that a presentation, either in the form of a certificate or scarf he made to him at some future date. Our President (Bro. De Luca), in a few choicely selected words, on behalf of the branch, conveyed to those present seasonably greetings, and it is the pleasure of the branch to extend similar p-reetings to all of its members, as also the staff of this press. It hopes that Christmas will be a happy one for all, that the new year will bring with it a - brighter dawning to those who are now in distress, an increase in health and strength to those who are sick, and even brighter days to those who now enjoy health and happiness. St. Dominic's Branch, Nabawa. The usual meetinv was held on December 9. at Nanson, when there was a Sick pay, to the fair attendance. amount of £3, was passed for payment. The report of the social organised in aid of the church funds was received. and this disclosed that same might have met with better support than was the case. However, a most enjoyable evening was spent. and the arrangements were well carried out by those concerned. During the evening. Sr. C. NI. Hackett was nominated and elected as branch president, in lieu of Sr. E. Hackett. who, unfortunately, was unable to accept the position. The various officers were then installed by the Past President, Bro. J. McDonald. It was decided that a deputation from the branch attend early Mass at KoierMa on Christmas morning, with a view to increasing our membership. and it is hoped that this effort will have beneficial results. It is pleasing to note that two motions for the agenda paper a t the next A.D.M. have been forward-
ed from St. Dominic's, all of which goes to show that members are keen to further the interests of the society in this district. Later on, it. is our intention to meet our friends from Geraldton at tennis, and as the hots ours on the last occasion went to them. it is our desire to turn the tables on them if possible. St. Joachim's Branch, Victoria Park. The fortnightly meeting of the above branch was held or ::•.feeiday evening last. The President. bro. Finnegan, presided over a srissii attendance of members. Sr. M. Onirc was reported to be still on the sit..k. list, but was well on the way ts recovery. Bro. Finnegan reported on the last meeting of the Friendly So( ieties' Council, and much discussion arose from his report. The quarterly balance sheet was submitted by the sec:sstary, and was adopted on the motion of Bro. Heagney seconded by Bro. Essin. The next meeting of the branch will be held on J anuary 16. The Presrlent conveyed the season's greetings ts the members, and Bro. Quinlivan respr.nded on their behalf.
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Their azure charm entrances us and origin of our being, but our whole being children on their efforts, and the Sis and Brown Bread a Malt their of us in issue is the successful that on all ters and cries. power, His murmuring in is stills our Speciality. is His due, therefore what we perform patient work in preparing them for the Tel.: FM739 Shipping Supplied. Oh! our earth-enchanted meadows are in honour of God is called service. acci- concert. The training given the children during the year was expressed in Now God is our Master, not by glorious with Thee; Thou. Lord. are with us as we climb, dent as one man is another's master. the results of the examinations and the but by nature, and therefore the ser- excellence of the displays given that our guide to victory: know, vice that we owe to God is quite differ- evening. He wished the children a The slopes of life are steep, I ent from that whereby we are acci- happy and healthy holiday, and hoped and some are yet untrod, r ut, oh! the smiling summits; oh! the dentally subject to a man. the domin- they would all return to the school next ion of man being partial and derivative Year refreshed and invigorated, -fit and JIM WADDELL sunlit hills of Qod! ready for another year of hard and pro'from God. —Caroline D. Swan. CORNER GEORGE & MURRAY fitable work. Father O'Callaghan also STREETS, WEST PERTH. and the music of THINGS. the results announced LITTLE WITH SAINT AND SAGE. commercial examinations, which are a bird, tiny entertain a fill will to crumb A presumption It is not as follows: great desire to acquire heroic virtues in A thought prevent an angry word, Trinity College of Music, London. W. BURTON imitation of the saints, 'nor even to A seed brings forth full many a flower, Senior Division—Pianoforte: MarBUT08.11,111. A drop of rain foretells a shower. (I( jorie Slee, Kathleen Barnes. CORNER CHARLES & Christ has put on our flesh, not as Intermediate Division — Pianoforte' NEWCASTLE STREETS. if to lay it aside again, but to have A straw the wild wind's course reveals. Elaine Barnes, Mary McDonald. A kind word oft an old grudge heals, FRESH MEAT ONLY. it ever with himself.—St. Chrysostom. forte: Iris unior Division—Piano J life, a Our Motto: Cleanliness and Civility If we are well with God, all is well A beacon light saves many Boyle (Honours). 'Phone B2224. with us, though the thickest darkness A slight will often kindle strife,. Preparatory — Pianoforte: Veronica of adversity be found and about. Pike. Ellen McDonald, Let us serve God; He will most as- A humble hand may alms bestow, Preparatory Division—Violin: Roy suredly take care of us, and we shall A Godly life makes heaven below, WEST, BRADFORD nd MARQUIS Schorer (Honours). wise, the confounds child little A nothing. be in want of PLUMBERS AND skies. LICENSED the to to try nearest and sings God lark A College, Perth. to Business Stott's Turn your eyes RONWORKERS. I Bookkeeping—Grade III.: Minerva please Him in all things, and He will WINDMILL ENGINEZ RS. Walker. Grade II.: Minerva Walker. not fail to provide for you in tem- A sunbeam makes the earth rejoice. Electric Motor Pumpiag Plants. A flower will teach without a voice, Grade III.: Doreen Slee. poral things. 10 LAKE STREET, PERTH. Doreen Typewriting—Grade IV.: If you would be loved as a com- A brave man's arm will right the wrong. Telephone B1244. Slee. Grade II.: Doreen Slee. panion avoid unnecessary criticism A simple prayer will make us strong. Shorthand—Elementary, Doreen Slee. upon those with whom you live. Nellie Intermediate: All that is of this world is nothing- THE WISDOM OF FATHER DEGEN Nellie Rae. Rae, Doreen Slee. HOLDWAY & CO. ness or --wits-. which quickly passes masquerades often thinking Loose away and disappears for ever. LICENSED SEWERAGE PLUMMY s." broadmindednes of "cloak ( Certincated). It is no common honour that is con- under the St. Joseph's School, Subiaco Wise spending on a liberal scale is a O ASFITTERS & SHEET VITAL ferred on the mouth that receives the strugpresent the Body of the Lord.—St. John Chrysos- patriotic duty during adversity. WORKERS. Musical Examination Results. gle of trade against tom. A Trial Solicited. idlehalf-starved creates dole The judged It matters little how we are The results of the music exaxnina44-44 PIER ST., PRETE. Tel. EMIL turn, breeds rebels. by men, and especially by men wlis ness. which, in and cold feet pro- tions held duritig the year are as under: stomachs Empty judge of matters before they underTRINITY COLLEGE, LONDON. duce hot heads. stand them. No country can have economic securTurn your eyes to God and try to Theory Examination, June, 1932. as a stepplease Him in all things. and He will ity if it treats agriculture Preparatory: Sheila Daly, Maureen not fail to provide for you in all things. son. CHAS WAVON & 00. When it is a question of sustaining Daly. "Know thyself," was the motto of but to Junior: John Dancer (Honours). Pa76 BARRACK STREET, PERTH the pagans. "Conquer thyself" is the life we do not go to engineers, motto of Christians. Only the saints the tillers of the soil. We can neither tricia Fitzpatrick (Honours), Rosa Commissions Executd all Events. Fiora (Honours), Ursula Bradley. succeeded in doing this. but every eat nor wear machines. No Representatives. causes of noblest and best The Elsie Clenton Junior: Advanced efforts. Christian is bound to make indisthe excess—by by injured often Jolly. (Honours). Barbara differThere is, believe me, a wide Intermediate: Isobel Gee (Honours). ence between those who trust in' God creet zeal of its apologists.the idle rich 1/----3 Course Meals 1, One difference between while they are nevertheless furnished Practical Examinations. the Specially Reduced Tariff. with all things which are necessary for and the idle poor is that whereas First Steps: Patricia Tully, Belle Prices Below Cafeteria Charges, the support and convenience of life. former despise work, the latter want it Whiting. it. get can't With Service Included. and those who do the same in extreme and Preparatory: Patricia Fitzpatrick Men who are united in the ideals for destitution.--St. Francis Xavier. Sheila Daly, Maureen Troode, John S AVOY CAFE hon. are often striving which they are to the means which Daly, CENTRAL as HAY STREET variance at estly DEMOCRACY. A GREAT Junior: John Dancer (Honours), Ur(Next Metropole Hotel). The following tribute to the Catholic will bring those ideals nearer. Rosa Fiora. sula Bradley, One of the greatest blessings on earth Church is taken from the writings of IµAN gicallai INGSWI14141614110111111MUNIUM1111111.. Intermediate: Fiorella Fiora (Hon. Mr. Woodrow Wilson, late President of is the blessine of a ,gbod famile lire o urs). 9 the United States: — BEPREPARED a Senior: Elsie Clenton. "The only reason why government Presentation Convent, Beverley did not suffer dry rot in the Middle W.A. UNIVERSITY BOARD. Ages, under the aristocratic system Bernice Down, Theory (May), Grade IF YOU ARE OF IRISH BIRTH OE f. which then prevailed, was that most of CHILDREN'S CONCERT. V. ( Honours) ; Theory ( September), E XTRACTION. JOIN THE the men who were efficient instruments The children of thAresentation Con- Grade IV. (Honours) ; Practical, Grade of government were drawn from the V. (Honours). Church, that body which we now dis- vent School gave their annual concert evening, the 9th. inst. It Friday on as bodies tinguish from other religious of a year's suconly Pure (fib B000llt SOCIfitr the Catholic Church. The Catholic marked the conclusion of teachers part the on work cessful in the 4W4. Church was then, as it is now, a great With the advent of the Sick, Funeral and Medi(al Bel)eiti democracy. There was no peasant so and pupils. RING B6245. a background to Guaranteed by the Executive Casson. humble that he might not become a Christmas holidays as children were in For fill] particulars write to: pi?est, and no priest so obscure that he the programme, the Registered W.A.T.A. atan and humour, good of best the J AS. DWY4R, General Secret/11M might not become Pope of Christen836 HAY STREET the "Cashel," 17 Cernarvon Street, dom, and every Chancellery in Europe. mosphere of pleasure investedlooked and children Parents evening. ( Opposite His Ma iesty's). every Court in Europe. was ruled by Victoria -i.rt pleasant with concert the learned, trained and accomplishe-1 forward to the nmovenottrfirmionsottstinceimitenvoirrimitninsmorawimposimuu spent The Sisters had men —the priesthood of the great and anticipation. dominant Church. What kept Govern- some time on their young charges, prement alive in the Middle Ages was this paring them for the event, and must constant rise of sap from the bottom, have felt a weight of anxiety lifted from the rank and file of the great body from their shoulders when the last of the neople throtio-h the open chan- item of the programme was rendered nels of the priesthood. That, it seems and the applause of the evening had WIIOLESALK to me. is one of the most extraordin- died away. Everyone must have been this year's of with the results satisfied ary illustrations that could be poss•• a dduced _of the thing T am talkine concert—everyone present enjoyed it The stage was set on the front veranabout." BEST QUALITY BUTTER, BACON, CHEESE, HAMS, EGGS, TAMA dah of the Convent. It provided an POULTRY, AND SMALL GOODS ALWAYS IN STOOK audiThe platform. concert xcellent e SINCERITY. A TRIAL SOLICITED. air. The in the open seated were ence very Sin,eritv is a trait of character one that desire could all was evening- - 48 Murray Street, Perth Head Office much sought for and. relatively speakopen-air concert. The grounds Telephones: B14.13 and B6019. )11c very seldom found. There are few for anspecially lit-up for the occasion. who like to be considered insincere: iss were
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THE RECORD. the hankies in with my answer to her request. AUNT BESSY.
Saturday, December 24,
1932.
when one is making up the credit side of a balance sheet, so thank the cork you have put on the you for L.B. A UNT BESSY.
MY CORNERITES,— The City oi Silent Men. calendar. That kid is a real sport The time of my "painless extrac- I will write to you after Christmas to Dear Aunt Bessy,—Your Sandy Mctions" for 1932 has come to an end. I ask how you fared at the hands of Dougall, Horatio Nelson, and King Dear Aunt Bessy,—Enclosed please have won the calendar, thanks even Santa Claus, and also how you feit Billy may be O.K., but here's half a find a further 5s., in honour to Gerard himself, and with joy and after dinner on that day. Lady of Perpetual Succour of Our All best dollar for a good cause from and the gratitude I place before you our satis- wishes for an overflowing L.B. and a "NED KELLY." Little Flower. We shall soon factory balance sheet, the sight of happy Christmas. P.S. : Please say a prayer for me for the result of the Appeal, and I know From which will, I trust, delight you. We a special intention.—"N. K." "THE HARP THAT ONCE." it will be a pleasing one. Wishingtrust swill await with eagerness its effect on Dear Harp That Once,—Several times and all connected with the To "Ned Kelly." Corner a the one whose worry it is to finance during the Great Adventure your offerholy and happy Christmas.—yours sin. the Scheme. Thanks to the Fairy Do ings gave me joy, but the fact that you "The City of Silent Men!" oh, say! cmis ereely, "ACUSHL Good and many who added new stamps thought of applying to Little Jane has That city doesn't sound too gay, Aeushla Machree,—If ever you .k" pro. with their application for cards, my made me happier than the material And yet I don't think I'm afraid somebody to marry rou postage expenses have been wiped out, help you gave our cause. I know my To have you in my (Treat Brigade. will probably go through withhim, the and the statement which appears below own trust in that little child has been For, like brave Robin Hood of old, ness as you have been prompt busiYou have good points, so I am told; is complete to December 19th. I have more than justified, as I think the faithful in fulfilling your promiseanri of been promised some cash that has not proceeds of our L.B. prove. I am glad Horatio and Sandy Mac the second donation. You know yet come in, so any amounts reeeived Kou are going to remain in the Corner, Should try and follow in your track. the monetary result of the Appeal, now but between the 19th. and 23rd. December and thank you for being so kind and When highway robberies were in vogue, there is a more beautiful side to it that Some folk were scared of you, you we will never know will be added to our present cash in generous during the past year. here, and hand, and the full amount given over the side that counts most, even that is AUNT BESSY. Yet rogue, on this Great Adventure now, to Rev. Dr. McMahon will be published it is so dependent on lucre. though I meet you with a smile and how. in next issue. Any money I received you for your good wishes and Thank Sydney, N.S.W. generosafter that will be held as a foundation Dear Aunt Bessy,—My silence nas For you have raised your hat, and ity. AUNT BESSY. thrown for future efforts, so that we can still been long, and I know you are almost feel we have a little in the bank. 1 regarding me as a deserter from camp Some extra wealth to what I own, Bunbury have abandoned the idea of a formal and disloyal to my trust as a member So I will say that prayer for you, Dear Aunt Bess'. —Please find enpresentation. There is no reason why of the Prick (said Brigade. But, when And hope the "Special" will come true. closed P.N. for 2/6. also the card, I AUNT BESSY. I should appropriate that honour to you know that my hiking tour has hope when you make up your balance myself, and anyway. I was not born covered hundreds of miles in search of P.S.: Could you try and discover the sheet that you veil1 hak-,Is. well over the to make presentations, for I go at. the pennies, and that I made brave efforts correct identity of "The Harp That £100, Wishing you and all our Corner. knees on such occasions. Again. • to top the list, you will forgive me. I Once?" I would be so obliged. And ites a merry Xrna,z and happy New am sure Rev. Dr. McMahon would he have travelled up hill and down dale, who is King Billy? —A. B. Year.—Yours sincerely. too spelllbound to say anything. and if footsore and weary; so many would .ONCE BUSHIE. he said nothing. imagine how disap love to give, but couldn't! Dear Once a Bushi-. --Your long and Lily, Dale, Friends pointed I would be. Therefore, a kin.1 of mine who worked with me in byDear Aunt Bessy.—Enclosed please loyal service during t:le Brigade work little fat policeman, whom I know, will gone days are now living on the dole, find a small donation to help take has been crowned witl: slse success you accompany the Apostle Matthew and and needing help themselves. When some of your Wallflowers down from wished and fought €o:.. the cash to S.P.. and hand it over with your thirteen cards arrived I was quite the wall. •I give it in honour of the for being true and belpiu1 thank you until the our hest respects. Naught remains but hurt you hadn't sent fifty. You know Little Flower, and I am also sending a close. It is very to make up a to reiterate my greetings for a holy and the O'Briens have a gallant, grand and few stamps.—Yours sincerely, balance sheet when c'r•rt. is nothing happy Christmas. Gratitude seems so glorious tradition, and that they give on the debit side. as H. M. M. happy case. trite a word through which to express generously all they have, and I felt Dear H ,—The Wallflowers :.UNT BESSY. what I feel towards you, my dear I would not be an O'Brien were I not have been pensioned off now for a grown-ups and. little children, but to prove myself worthy of my ances- future chance, but I put the offering Yo7- -::.akine, WA. many of you will soon have the plea- tors. When I got to i 1 4/2, I felt some- into the L.B., and thank you very Dear Aunt Bessy.----I:nelosed please sure of seeing in (operation the various what elated and hopeful of success, much. AUNT BESSY. find 5s. towards the Scheme, in Bushies' Summer Schools which your when, lo and behold, "A Poor Rambler thanksgiving to Our I. d . also the generosity and sacrifices have made From Clare" sailed past me on the road saintly Pope, Pius X., Little Flower, Kellerberrin. possible. and I know the knowledge as gracefully as a swan on the lake in Dear Aunt Bessy.—I am enclosing Is. St. Jude, and others. fr.: many favours that you are bringing spiritual and tem- Centennial Park, waving his £5 gaily. in stamps for the L.B. Please received. Wishing votl every success. poral joys into the lives of many will Only then I lost courage, and felt a prayer to St. Therese to obtain say a From AN of D BIJSHIE. a perbe your sweetest recompense. May le general depression creep over me. manent job for my husband. Dear Old Bushie.—Thsok you for the If St. bon Dieu bless and love you all and However, I kept up Therese 5s., gets my husband a job I I reached the and I am very 1.Inased that the keep you in my Corner. house of a Lovely Lady, who gave me will send more for the Lemonade Bot- humble L.B. can now (-!aim such heaAUNT BESSY. such a warm welcome that I was im- tle.—Yours, venly associations. I would not pre. mediately consoled. Between us we A CLIENT OF sume to think about the opinion of THE LITTLE THE END OF THE GREAT ADVEN. made up the 5:3 in enclose. The BusbFLOWER. Our Lady and the saints might have TURK ies will have many prayers from me, Dear Client of the Little Flower,— of our savings bank for the Bushies, " And in the cool, grey twilight hasten- and I have a lot of dear children whom Being a lady. I am entitled to be a butIdo feel sure that Pope Pius X., of ing home, I know are praying for them too. So, wee bit disobedient, and saintly memory, who was the Pope of We sing along the way, Master! We with all the love of my poor heart.— ing Little Jane as well so I am ask- the Little as St. Theresa Children, would not be slow come I remain, your much disappointed for the favour, seeing that you are fro- to bless it and the Scheme. Brim-sing our sheaves." niece, ing to help the LB., and that is Jane's TINNY O'BRIEN. AUNT BESSY. My Poor Jinny,—Come hither, worn affair. I hope. apart from the proThe Bushies' Balance Sheet for 1932. and weary Great Adventurer, until I mise, that your favour will be granted. Bushies' Town. via Menzies. I s. .d place a compress on your fevered brow, Dear Aunt Bessv,—Being a reader of AUNT BESSY. Proceeds of Bridge . . .. 5 19 5 but tell me first, do you prefer one of "The Record" and your Corner, I have I i Proceeds of Lemonade Botvinegar or 4711? You sound hopenoticed your gratitude to all those who "Glen Sarsfield." Kukerin. 74 12 5 lessly bluey, and I do trust you will Dear Aunt Bessy.—Enclosed please help you. and I thought I would like Proceeds of Prick Card have found sixpence or a ring in the find P.N. for 2/6 for Busbies' fund.— to be in it and help you, too, so please Brigade .. 103 15 0 Xmas pudding ere you read this. Now, Yours sincerely, find encdosed P.N. for 7s., being the your £3 was more than I thought of full amount I have collected from THOMAS JOYCE. 184 6 10 getting, so be sure of my appreciation Mv Dear,—I cannot quite decide other readers of your Corner. If you Less cash advanced to Rev. of your hiking tour, and of Lovely whether you are Big Tom or Little send me on a card I may be able to Dr. McMahon 27 10 0 Lady's gentle co-operation. Deep down Tom. but I am putting Please remember you in, with do more for you. in my heart I have been cherishing a my grown-ups, and I thank You very a special intention in your prayers.— Cash in hand: December little wish that no one would give me much for the 2/6. Yours respectfully, AUNT BESSY. 19th. .£156 1ti 10 a gift higher in value than the one I - "A GROWN-UP." received from "A Rambler From Clare," Dear Grown-UP,—I thank you very Dear Aunt Bessy.—Please for I wanted his to "stand alone," and closed P.N. for 2/6, which I find en- sincerely for your interest, and the aid am Perth stand alone it does. If 1933 is more ing in thanksgiving for favour'ssend- you have given by collecting the seven re-Dear Aunt Bessy,—I wish you a prosperous for N.S.W., then apply ceived. Hoping that it is not too late shillings. I note you ask for a prick merry Christmas. and a very. very early for the next contingent of cards card, and I could send one on, but for the L.B. FAY. happy New Year, and please accept the and keep your spirits up. Many thanks Dear Pay —You are just in time to you have not given me a definite adenclosed for the Busbies, in thanksgivfor the prayers and for coming home arrive at the goal with us, and thank dress. If you forward your name and ing to Our Lady of the Immaculate in time. AUNT BESSY. you for being so constantly generous address, I will send on the card, at" Conception and the Little Flower. would be most grateful to you. I during the past few months. TIN SOLDIER. will remember your special intention. W A. AUNT BESSY. Dear Tin Soldier,—I trust I have not Dear Aunt Bessy,—The enclosed AUNT BESSY. robbed you of all your "tin"—you have brownies are like their namesake s— Up in the Never Never. been so generous, and I thank you for they were so elusive—however , Dear Aunt F3essv,—I am enclosing a Ogilvie. Bessy,— nfup t is remaining on active service to the last. glad I was able to capture I am Dear Aunt by.'such ' Ogia en I will have to leave it to the Heavenly once more as you might have a few small donation, hoping it will not be a lone- too late for the final count. I dc time since I last wrote to you that I Captain to decorate you and my faith- some prick card somewhere. If not, hope you have reached your desired thought you would be forgetting me, ful soldiers, but in order to make the they will make a wee rise in the L.B., Au-revoir for so I am writing now. Rita is nearly despatch message clearer. I would like and I sincerely hope you will have end and wOn the bet. to know just who you are—your typing gained your objective. I am enclos- now. With best wishes for the coming eight months old, and she has been festive season.—Yours crawling for a long time now. She can seems familiar? ing a few stamps to help fill the mat- ELDERLY LOVER OFsincerely, THE BUSH- walk if You hold on to her hands, but AUNT BESSY. tress for Dr. McMahon. I would just she can't stand or walk by herself yet. IES AND PAGE. love to see him when You are presentOur Dear ElArly Lover.—I will not Margaret has been away in Perth for Ballarat, Victoria. ing it to him. How pleased he will be reach my desired end until I get to three weeks. We have lots of toma• Dear Aunt Bessy,—One who is very to be able to extend his noble work for Heaven. bet I have reached the goal toes ripe and they are so nice. Christfar away from you by miles, but al- the Busbies. You may know some litof the Great Adventure, thanks to you mas is here now, and we are going to ways near in thought, encloses 5s. for tle bushie girl who would like to and all who have had the goodness of the beach again this summer. There. the two little Prick Cards You sent the enclosed for Xmas, and I amhave en her. With the very best wishes for closing a stamped envelope for you to heart to join in the efforts put forward will be a Christmas Tree on the 17th. Thank You for December, and Alma and I are p-oing. the success of your efforts for the Busb- forward. Every good wish and bless- through the page. On the 5th. December it was Daddy's ies. and wishing you and them a very ing on Your efforts.—Your sincere niece, saving "au-revoir" and not good-bye. birthday, and he was fifty. AUNT BESS . T think holy Christmas. AN OLD AGE PENSIONER. this is all the news, and so-I will close. A VERY OLD NIECE. My Fairy -Brownie Niece,—I was With love from ssotie *lie • Sleepy Valley. My Very 'Old Niece,—If You were pleased to see the brownies come Dear Aunt Bessy,—Enclosed please NORMA CRIPPS. near I would make you feel young by ing into my office this evening, dancjust Dear Norma,—I could not print your delivering "Jimmy Butler and the as gaily as the brownies did this time find P.N. for 2/6 for the Busbies, in honour of St. Jude. Wishing you letter for the first Sunday this time, as Owl." Now, be like me and have no last year. Thank you very much. time to grow old. A thousand thanks You will know now that I have slither- every success.—I remaira, your old it arrived in too late but I will see you get a "Record" INA this letter in, so MOLLIE. for thinking of the cards that I only ed out of making any formal presenta- niece, Dear Mollie,—Thank you for the that will he just as nice. T hone rot' intended you to smile on. tion. A dear little policeman is going practical proof of your good wishes have a good time at the beach, but he AUNT BESSY. to accompany a special ambassador to and for letting St. Jude he in the final careful and do not let the crabs get South Perth with our treasure, and I march home. There some wide- hold of von tootsies, as they have such The Back o' Beyond. had to abandon the idea of a mattress, awakes in the valley, are a clinging way about them. anyway, thank Dear Aunt Bessy,—The enclosed five too, as I only have enough stamps for AUNT BESSY. shillings was promised to the L.B. if a holster. Thank You for the ones You God and you! Little Jane would obtain a favour for sent, and also for the dainty hankies Feast of the Immaculate Conception. tt Well. I got a favourable answer and envelope. me. My Cornerites have Dear Aunt Ressv,—Please find enDear p..NrA . tifornt c2'BT:T6eisllstssoil neeg r: iElltn sti ieSlrn r—1;:anNSscP'lrotrih N seiao.stf. to my_ request, so here is the 5s. I been wonderfully thoughtful to spare closed 2-6 in stamps for the Busbies. find hope all the cards will have turned up me expense. A wee maid from the It is just a little more for the Lemon- acie Bottle. I am enclosing an essa; by December 8th'.. with the shekels atcountry came in at the same time as ade Bottle.—From on "Going to Mass in the Bush." and SOMEONE tached. which will mean that Gerard your gift. and as she volunteered to Dear Someone,--it is w ould has lost his bet and you have scored a take a left-over card. I tucked one of more that makes such just the little publishbe very pleased if You wol-11.u, a difference T it in "The Record."
Saturday, December 24, 1932.
THE RECORD.
SEVENTEEN
cies to fight again for the Bushies, and Harrogate, Calingiai. Mannayille, Goomalling. write a longer letter next time, Aunty daresay you Is,'our handball practice will make you Bessy,—I Aunt Dear task accomplish your Bess,a—Mother reads will Dear Aunt you oping H fit. I thank you very much for that of getting the i150.—I remain your lov- your page to us, and we all like it. sent St. Anthony after our cards, for 2/6, and you will be pleased all your better but time, long we have been a JOHN your please one of nephew, JOYCE. Will you have me as ing wishes came true. Congratulations on Dear John,—Thank you for that 2/6, nieces? (I will! ) I am seven years late than never. We got two pricked the silver-bands. AUNT BESSY. the get would praying we we were know that we and did get Holy Comyou old, and I made my first now and Kalgoorlie. Dugan-street, sent lady kind very would come, when a munion last Feast of the filled hoped thanks June, on the other to what you Dear Aunt Bessy,—I am enclosing loud were there that shillings, so and of so us five generosity manY Sacred Heart. I have eight brothers, your The five shillings for pennies collected by who have aided me (hiring the last but Iam the only girl. Have you any cheers for te generous giver. Frances and me for the little Bushies. year. I will print your essay at tilt brothers, Aunty? (I have—one big fat other 2/6 can go on Mary's card, for I I hope you are successful in raising very first chance, but it may not be one, with brown eyes and a nice smile. 1 bet she has been too shy to ask for a the 1150. Wishing you and the Bushfor another week or so, as I have sev- If you have you will feel for me, being penny. We are going to New Norcia ies a very happy Christmas. Your es- the only girl. I go with my brother to the St. Gertrude's College concert. eral earlier items on hand. to the State school, but I would like to Mary is coming home with us, so we FRANCES & CARMEL (per Carmel), say is very fine. Keep on writing. Dear Francis and Carmel,—Thank 0-o to the Convent in Goomalling. are feeling excited. Little Mary TherAUNT BESSY. you both very much for working so Mother would like to be able to put ese is with us again. She is as lovely me there as a boarder, as one of the as ever, and talk nicely now. We are hard for our Bushies, and for coming Koonarup Dairy, Yarloon. You will Bessy,—I Sisters there is my cousin. have Aunt not writMy bro- praying you will win the bet. Can't home in time for the 8th. Dear efforts your have that to see pleased be (He's Sandy? with for a long thers have a on hive of bet you time bees which they get a I hope you ten to Mother dislikes too shrewd.) Ibet it would break his made up a grand total for Christmas, so you, are well. Grandfather asked me keep in the garden. have nothing to would I write to You if he gave me bees, and is scared of them. Do you heart if he lost, although I must say now the little Bushies good things God the three twopenny stamps and an en. like bees, Aunty? (No—only their pro- he is the comedian of the Corner, and do but enjoy all them. Please thank Norm starts his holidays to- even the magpies like him. Mummy has prepared for velope. I am sending you some old duce! Aunty Kate gave me a lot day, and my brother Ken will be home says she wishes he would write every mother for letting you be my soldiers. stamps. AUNT BESSY. and grandmother is going to give me from New Norcia to-day, but we little week. Is that a good snap of you some. I see that some of your nieces ones have two more weeks yet. I am in "The Record," Aunt? (Absolutely Guilloyle, send you old stamps, so I suppose you sending 6d. for the Bushies. I saved dinkie-die! ) You look well for an old Birthday Greetings to Connie Draper. Margaret Keilor and Eileen would like some from me. It is har- it up and wish it was more. I will lady, and must be a good weight. Only My Dear Trio,—Once again King Dad and close now. With heaps of love from three weeks to wait for holidays, and vest time where we are. the inspector has not called yet. We Kevin has been at the 'phone remindWalter are carting some of the hay. your would-be niece, have all been so glad to help you, ing me of your anniversaries, and he HONOR EATON Mum has got some little chickens up Dear Honor,-1 aTn very pleased to Aunt Bessy, and now I have no more wants to know what has happened to There home and down at the shed. are only three chickens up home, and welcome you into the Corner in honour news this time I will say good-bye.— Connie, too, for she has not written DICK. for a long time, so you had better come there are eighteen down at the shed. of Xmas Day, and you must often Your loving nephew, Dear Dick,—Thanks for the good back to your Corner, Connie, as His will have some more news to tell you write now. I think it must be lovenext time. as I have no more to say ly to have eight brothers, because you work you have done for the cause, and Majesty might command me to take now. The new stamps are for the L.B. can keep all your own things, and You tell Margaret her letter will appear next your name out of the books, and I do will not have to wear what they grow week, as the Corner is as crowded as not want to have to do that. As your —Your loving niece, ANNA EASTCOTT. out of or anything like that. You ask a draper's shop at sale time. I don't birthday comes in the 22nd., we wish Dear Anna.—Thank you for those Our Blessed Lady to help you to get blame Mary for being shy about ask- you the first wish, and then comes Marnew stamps which just went into the to the convent, and I think She will ing for a penny—it's only the Bushies garet, who will be eleven on Christmas Day, so there is scarcely any need to L.B. in time to make her look beauti- manage it if you say a wee prayer to would make a beggar of me. wish her lots of lovely things—I am AUNT BESSY. ful and f nil. I hope Daddy Christ- Her every day for that intention. sure Santa Claus is particularly nice to mas will not steal any of those little Thank you for that precious sixpence. little girls who have the good fortune chickens when he is prowlng around on You were very good to save up, and Nanson. Xmas Eye. I was grateful for the that is why you are sure to be a real Dear Aunt Bessy,—This is the first to be born on Our Blessed Lord's own old stamps. so you can always save true niece and a helper of the Busbies. time I have written to you, and I wish Birthday, and if he is not, then he must Then them for me now. AUNT BESSY. Tell Clem and Laurie their letters will to become one of our nieces. I am be a pagan and not a saint. be in next week. AUNT BESSY. thirteen, and I go to school at Nanson. Eileen will make her eleventh bow to St. Thomas' School, Claremont. We have Mass every fortnight, and I this big bright world one day after, and Dear Aunt Bessy,—Four little prick No. 11 Edward-street, Nedlands. have not missed for two months, and as that is Boxing Day, we -hope many cards were wandering about looking for Dear Aunt Bessy,—I am sending only missed Holy Communion three who love Eileen will be busy boxing someone to fill them in. They found back my cards in time for Our Lady's times. I am sending you a shilling up all sorts of surprises for her. The some kind little friends at St. Thomas' feast. I hope all the other cards are for the LB., and will close now. With king says he will celebrate your anniversaries by cutting three new teeth. who immediately set to work to sat- in and filled. I filled one and the lots of love from your loving niece, and that is a very special condescenisfy them. Enclosed you will find. other is the bet You lost, as the BusbDOREEN O'DONNELL dear Atm+, Bessy, the wanderers and ies' Scheme is the best come out. I Dear Doreen,—I am enchanted to sion on his part. as I know for a fact their fare. We hope this small amount have been confirmed since last I wrote. have you for a niece, and thank you King George wouldn't do that for the Many will complete that £150 you are so and I took the name of Bernard. We for the finishing touch you have put highest subject in the land. anxious to get. Best wishes from have had a bazaar in Nedlands, and we on our Lemonade Bottle. I acknow- happy returns to the three of von. AUNT BESSY. THE PI.PILS OF ST. THOMAS' had a lot of fun. I will try and write ledged the money last week, and now SCHOOL. before we break up. Please excuse that you have joined the Corner I THE CORNERITMS' LEMONADE Dear Children,—God bless your gen- haste, as I am just off to town.—Your hope you will be true. BOTTLNE FOR THE BUSHIES erous hearts for sending those naughty loving nephew. TEDDIE JUDD. AUNT BESSY. AND prick cards home . to me. as I did not P.S.: .We are keeping your photoA UNT BESS'S PRICK CARD BRIknow wh:lt had become of them, and graph, as we think you are a charmConvent of Mercy, Toodyay. GADE INCORPORATED. if they were caught wandering too ing Oki lady.—T. J. Dear Aunt Bessy.—This is my first much in Claremont, they may have Dear Teddie,--It is so refreshing to letter to you, but you may be sure it (Under the Protection of the Little been taken up and put somewhere know you approved of my photo. The will not be my last. Iam enclosing £1 Flower and Little Jane McClory), where I would never see them again. King did not like it very much, and for the Busbies' fund: 10s. is from the s. d I am very grateful for that 10s. you the Wandering Minstrel nearly lost all day pupils and lOs from the boarders. A Client of St. Theresa. Kelsent with them too. I acknowledged hope of his Xmas pudding, only that I Have You ever been to Toodvay? lerberrin 1 0 the money last week, but could not fit stuck up for him. Thank you for ( Yes, once in my father's pocket wal- Miss Monica Garwood, Doodlain your letter, as the Editor sneezed being such a true and faithful soldier let: he always carries a snap of me kine 1 0 • and Hew all my paper out the win- during the Great Adventure, and I around with him, and he went to Master Gerard Anstev. Nunyle• 2 0 dow. AUNT BESSY. trust you saw the acknowledgment of Toodvay.) We were glad when the "Tin Soldier" (In honour of Our Lady and the Little 'Flower) the money in last issue, as the letters cold weather went away, and now we 2 6 36 Harley-street Highgate Hill. had to be held over. Thank You for go swimming every day in the river, "Ned Kelly" .. 2 0 Dear Aunt Bessy,—This is the first the ticket for the concert, but it aid which runs at the foot of the Convent Elderly Lover of the Busbies timeI have written to You, and I wish not reach me until the 16th. I will grounds. There is a spring board from .. 2 5 and Page .. to be one of your nieces. I am eleven treasure the leaf. AUNT BESSY. which most of us have learned to dive. Mollie (in honour of St. Jude) 2 6 years of age, and go to the Sacred All the girls go first and then the boys Miss Spranze Monopole, Net Heart Convent School. I enclose 5s. 2 6 (That's exactly as it son, N.Z. go afterwards. 160 Townshend-road, Subiaco. for the Busbies. in honour of the Lit2 6 My brother. Laurie, Thomas Joyce, Kukerin Dear Aunt Bessy.—I saw your pic- should be too!) tle Flower. and I will close now. With ture in our page the other week. but I aged 13, is also a boarder here. Our A Constant Reader .. 2 6 lots of loye from your loving niece, 2 6 home is near Moora, and there is Pay could not see Your face properly. 2 6 ROMA SMITH. could only see the apron and the tea- another boy here from Tootra Station, Someone .. .. .. .. .. .. .. Dear Roma,—Welcome into our not. I had some lovely silk-worms, which is next to our place. We spent Once a Bushie. Bunbury .. . . 2 6 Corner, and I know You will live but when I went to school nobody our mid-winter holidays with our grand- An Old Age Pensioner .. .. 2 6 happy ever after in it, because you minded them for me, and the ants ate mother, Mrs. Smith, of "Fairholme," Grandfather and Grandmother, have been so generous to our Busbies. them, but I got some more, which are Guildford. Our school closes on DeYarloop .. . . .. .. .. .. 2 6 Thank You very much for the 5s.. and all spinning now. Everybody hates cember 9th. for eight weeks. There Master Ivan Chocolick, WanI am sure you will be delighted when silk-worms in our place but me. Do are five cows here, and every day the neroo . . . . . . .. . . .. . . 2 6 You see what a big sum it helped to you hate_ them, too, Aunty? (No, Pat. yardman drives them over to Mr. Miss Anette Mills, Hay-st., Perth 2 6 a make. 5 AUNT BESSY. I like everything except black spiders O'Connor's paddocks. We are having Miss Veronica D'Arcy .. .. .. That big Sande boy is our school exams., so must close now, A Mother. Northam (in thanhsand snakes.) giving) . . . . .. .. .. . . .. 4 8 Box 23, York. the meanest boy I now of, and I hope dear Aunt Bessy.—Yours sincerely, Dear Aunt Bessy,--I hope you were a magpie does bite him again, too. (Oh, , JOAN RODOREDA. A chusla (in honour of Our La.,4 not thinkingIhad forgotten you when Pat fl Dear Joan,—I am glad to welcome a of Perpetual Succour) .. .. 5 0 We are haying our concert todid not write. I have been out holi- morrow night, and you will like it if niece from the Convent at Toodyay. The Harp That Once (In thank:daying on the farm at. one of Mum- you come. I am in two things. Well, and am-sorry it was impossible for me giving to Little :lane! . . . . 5 0 mie's friend's place for the past six Aunty, I had better say good-bye now. to print your letter last week. I hopc In Honour of the Little Flower 1 weeks and I had a wonderful time. I am sending back my prick card and you will see your letter in this issue, \ n Old Bushie. I.7orkrakine .. 5 9 Y ou did not forget my birthday, all the holes filled. With lots of love and please thank everyone who help- Per A Grown-Up, Busbies' Town A unty. and it was so nice of you to from your loving niece. via Menzies — .. . . . . . 7 C ed to make up that £1 for our Bushies, write 'that piece of poetry to the two PATRICIA MARGARET TULLY. xxx who will have had a glorious time in NI rse Callan Repatria' -, Hesother Cornerites and me. pital, Vi,7e.eia Para . . . . 7 6 Aunty, I Dear Patricia Margaret.—I believe Toodyay before you return to school. I have a new little baby sister: she is you were in at the office looking for acknowledged the money last week. Ti.M.M.. Lily Dale . . . . . . . 10 0 called Patricic Francis. and I am de- me again, and I am so sorry I was Per Miss Tinny O'Brien, Sydney: AUNT BESSY. 10 0 lighted with her. I am sending you not there. That was the day my old :-T • Btirchell i;.,1.1.:Now .. . my prick card and an extra 7/6, which kettle would not boil, and the doctor Mr M. Dwy,-5 0 237 Egan-street, Kalgoorlie. is from Aunty Emily. With fond love said I must never go out until I have 2 C Dear Aunt Bessy,—I would like to Lovely Lad, and many little prayers for Yourself and my cup of tea: but I was cross when join Your happy band of Cornerites, if Pt go .. .. . . •. . 2 3 the Bushies.—Your loving niece. 2 6 the gentleman told me he had met You. you will have me. I am twelve years Jcl.no Junr. . . .. .. . . M ARIE BLANCHE GARDINER He gave me Your letter all right and of age, and am attending the C.B.C. Margaret Junr. .. .. .. • . .. 2 6 2 6 MY Little Marie Blanche,—I was the money and card. if I had known I am at present in the 5th. standard. Kit of the Fadeless Ideals thinking- you had given up poor A.B. you were going to be in that concert I We had our yearly exam. last week, Edo The Sphinx .. .. .. • • • • 2 6 and you should have seen my smile would have asked Sister Aloysius to hut the results are not out yet. I Mr. Jack Davoren .. .. .. .• .. 2 6 2 6 When "opened the envelope and found squeeze me in. I hope your silk- play several kinds of games, but my Mrs. Cis Gorman .. .. .. .• . • .. .. .... .... .. . n.y. O'Brien not only you, but a big lOs note as worms spin enough silk to make a dress favourite game is handball. I won a PMeitsesr.j.in • • .. 2 6 2 6 .• Tiddles was delighted, too, only for your dolly, as Is'pose Daddy Xmas handball tournament last week, and reshe nearly ran off with the Bushies' is sure to leave One for you on Satur- ceived a pair of silver arm-bands as a Frank .. .. .. .. .. .. .. • . 2 6 .. .. money, so I had an exciting time try- day night. I am wondering whether trophy. Well, Aunt Bessy, I will close Gerald Vauhan .• 2 6 2 6 Wishing you every success in A Friend - - - - - .- - -- -- -- -ing to get it from her. I am delight. he goes along my street, as so far he now. 2 6 ed to hear that you have a new baby hasn't put anything in my stocking. your work for the Busbies, and hoping Miss Maisie Ronan .. .. 2 6 sister for Xmas, though I suppose she Sandy is going to be a good generous you get the £150.-1 remain, yours sin- Miss Doris Jennings -- - - .- •- - 2 0 LAURIE SCOTT. St. Benedict's Sister - - -- -will not he able to hang her sock up boy next year. Pat, so please do not cerely, •• 1 0 P.S.: I am enclosing 2/6 for the A Friend .. .. .. scold about him. Thank you for beside yours this Year. When she is Pierre . . . . • . • • • • .. .. .. .. 1 0 Older. yoti must -bring her into the heine• so good to me. I'm going to Bushies.—L.S. • .. 1 0 Corner. Dear Laurie,—Welcome into the Cor- Madeline . . . . .. Thank Aunt Emily for the put your kisses on top of my piece of Xmas cake. and I bet you everyone ner. and I am very happy to have you Miss Delia Burke •• 1 0 t7/6, and thank Mummy for letting you he my little soldier. for a nephew. as next Year, please God. Mrs. Purcell .. .. .. .. .. .. • • 1 0 will want a bite of it. 6 we will want soldiers with strong mus- Mrs. Mac .. .. .. .. . AUNT BESSY. AUNT BESSY.
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Saturday, December 24, 1932.
What Happened in a Certain Crib
The faculty for this year will be had been turned out of his home, desas He hated his par- follows: (1) Dogmatic Missionogy, Rev, titute, disgraced. ents ever after, and all they stood for, Father Cordovani, 0.P. (2) Missions in good people that they were, God, reli- Holy Scripture, Msgr. Ernest Rufini (By EDWIN ESSEX, 0.P.) gion, the Church, everything. Hence (3) Missionary Law, Msgr. Dini. (4s I found the Ancient Brother, in the tomfoolery. By this time my father his venomous hatred of the crib with History of the Missions in the Second cellar under the Priory, surrounded by had made up his mind to get help and its memories of a happy childhood of and Third Centuries, Rev. Hugh Ben piles of holly and evergreens. He was put them outside, storm or no storm, his parents, of his home. But God tini. (5) History of the China Misbusy making' long streamers for the but they began to walk about and at had brought back the prodigal in his sions in the Thirteenth Century, Rev, Christmas decoration of the Church. last came to the crib, which was not own mysterious way—isn't there some- Father Dindinger, O.M.I. (6) He looked up from his work asI enter- yet open but had a curtain in front thing about a little child shall lead Statistics, Rev. Hugh Bertini.Mission (7) ed, and paused a moment to take a of it until Mass had begun. This cur- them? —and the Prior arranged for him Missionary Pedagogy and Pastoral, pinch of snuff. tain seemed to amuse them highly. to be received back home by his overRev. Father Perlaal, (an), So the story had a History of Religious and Ethnology joyed parents. "Making daisy chains, Brother?" I and they began to speculate as to what was behind it, making many coarse happy ending after all." Compared, Fathers Schmidt and Schuasked. suggestions, and trying to draw the (10), Mission Medicine, "A happy ending. Yes," I said, think- lien. S.V.D. He smiled, and moved further along curtain aside and peep round it. But Ancient Brother was making Dr. Perez.— (Fides ) the bench so that I could sit down my father would have none of that. ing the the marvellous happening in light of beside him. and he was doing his best to move the manger, "but what about the mirAnti-God Outrages in Spain "This has been my job for fifty years, them on, when one of the young men, acle of the moving Babe? Didn't that Father," he said, fastening a bunch of who seemed to have more Wits left absolutely set all the neighbourhood The petrol brigade is still active in holly dexterously to the rope, "and it's than the others, suddenly said: 'I know on fire? A real miracle in this quiet just about all I can do nowadays. It's what that thing is. It's a crib. I country valley! Didn't the whole Spain, and, not content with burning slow work, and the holly seems to get used to have a little one when I was world come to see the crib where it churches and convents, has now turned its attention to the cemeteries and is desharper every year, but I think it's a kid. It's all part of Catholic idol- had happened?" worth it when it's done and the bells atry. Behind that curtain there'll be You see, the Prior secrating the burial places of the dead., "Not exactly. are ringing for Midnight Mass." statues of the Virgin Mary, and Jos- was a very wise man, and he came to At Clempozulos, a few miles from Ma"I've just been reading an article eph, and the ass and ox. I know. And the conclusion that the least said about drid, the Communists swarmed into the called 'Christmas Without Christ,'" I perhaps shepherds and an angel or two. the occurrence the better. He was a cemetery, pulled down crosses, smashed tombstones, and scattered broken ornatold him, "because thousands of people And in the middle there'll be a doll in very wise man, that Prior." to-day want all the fun of Christmas a manger. That's supposed to be The old man smiled knowingly to ments over the graves. At Cadiz holes were drilled in the without bothering to find out why they Christ. Christ! '—and the young man himself. doors of the church of San Felipe Neri, should have any fun at all at Christ- went off into a stream of blasphemy Still I persisted asking. mas time. Fancy anyone who doesn't that made my father wild with rage to "But surely, Brother, a thing that and through them petrol was squirted believe in Christ making merry at hear. Lights were then should have been broadcast for all the into the interior. Christmas! But that's the way of thrown through the holes and the anci"He was on the point of going for as- world to know and marvel at? the world at present, Brother. People sistance to get rid of the godless mean, a miracle doesn't happen every ent church set on fire Fortunately. are taking Christ out of Christmas. crowd, when two of them stepped for- day, and for God to allow that to hap- the smoke issuing from the church was The old man shook his head and ad- ward with the obvious intention of pull- pen so opportunely. . seen in time, and many valuables, inministered a further dose of snuff. ing down the curtain, to such an extent "God allows everything to happen cluding pictures by Murillo and VelasThen, tapping his snuff-box lovirwly had their curiosity been roused by the opportunely," the old voice interrupted quez, were saved from destruction. he began to speak. The authorities profess indignation at But my gently. "nor has God need of miracles words of their companion. "Don't you imagine, young man (said father managed to .prevent them by to do what He intends to do. Some- these outrages, but, in some cases at the Ancient Brother), that there pushing- them violently aside. Then times He uses ordinary means, ordits least, the local authorities are taking haven't always been people who kept the half-sober young man said mocking- ary people, natural circumstanees---" part in them. At the village of Jana, Christmas without caring what near Castellan, the Mayor walled up "Yes. I know all that. hut—" ly: 'Why can't my pals have a look inPagans there have been in side if they want to? It's a free counmeant. "Natural circumstances," continued seevral shrines, after having removed the past, just as you say there are to- try, isn't it? Or perhaps you're the voice more quietly than ever. "such the images in the altars and buried day, and pagans there always will be. ashamed of your blessed idols, are you? as that of a tired mother, working in a them in a sack. An old story comes to my mind that But I'll show you, boys. It is estimated that within the last Come on. church late on Christmas Eve, who lays my mother used to tell us children sess watch me! ' And before anything -her sleeping babe for a while in Christ's t wo months at least twenty churches entv years ago, a story about what could be done to prevent it. he had own little manger in the crib, knowing and convents have been burnt or pil. happened to a group of pagans one sprung at the curtain and wrenched that the Divine Infant won't mind, for laged, or both, ivhilst vayside crosses Christmas night in this very church it to the ground. It was as if some He loves all babies, and that He have also been destroyed Now Iknow what you are going to say. blind mania possessed him, my fat doesn't need the manger Himself until THAT JESUIT "WEALTH." You are going to say what were those used to say afterwards, that the young Midnight Mass." That hoarded wealth of the Jesuits is pagans doing in the church at all, if man did this thing. so contorted was ?" I gasped. "You mean rapidly becoming smaller and smaller. they were pagans? Well, 'that's part his face with rage, so develish his, apThe Ancient Brother smiled. of the story and I'm coming to it in pearance. "I was the baby that moved." he It was said to be at least £5,000,000. a minute or two. "A wild cheer went up from the said, dreamily. "and that Prior was a Now the Spanish "Official Gazette" states that the Jesuit securities held by "Late on Christmas Eve seventy-five drunkards as the curtain fell, followed wise man. a very wise man." the banks are of very small value and years ago, the first Christmas after this by loud guffaws of derisive laughter as the Jesuit cash in the banks is only church was opened, a storm that had their eyes rested on the sacred figures £1,087. been raging all day reached a pitch of in the crib. Mary, our blessed Mother. unimaginible fury. It was the worst knelt there, with her sweet eyes fixed storm that has ever visited this valley on the Babe in the manger. Joseph and folk talk about it to this day. I stood near, his arm extended protectremember as a child hearing my father ingly about them both. Two shepThe Scientific Missionary Institute of say that the rain was so heavy it seem- herds, holding fleece-white lambs, knelt ed to drop down in sheets, so that it in wondering adoration, while angels the Urban College of Propaganda, Rome, was inaugurated on Thursday, was impossible to see through it. and hovered above the holy group. that the wind toppled over the tree "For a minute or two the coarse November 17, by His Excellency Archbishop Carlo Salotti, Secretary of the like nine-pins. You told me once laugthter continued. punctuated father abiut the storms that come up profane jokes and gestures of scorn. Sacred Congregation of Propaganda. suddenly out in the Adriatic Sea— But. my father said, the Young man His Excellency delivered a discourse on "Missionary Science and Missionary boras, You called them—and how the who had torn down the curtain In instituting this new ship used to tremble under the ra—ing not join in this drunken outburst. In- Action." wind and torrential rain. stead, which was far worse, he was lean. course of missionary studies, the ConWell, reckon this storm seventy-five Years ing forward into the crib shaking his gregation of Propaganda is correspondago was like those, only worse. -They clenched fist at the infant, with all the ing with the inspiration given in the Church Furniture a say you couldn't see across the valley hatred of hell in his eyes. At any "Maximum Illud," and in the "Rerum Speciality. even for the rain, and the wind was moment my father expected him to Ecclesiae," and stands true to the like Satan let loose to do his worst leap inside, snatch up the bambino. noble tradition which it has followed Telephone: B5496. the last three centuries in giving on this Christmas night. and dash it to the ground. But no for to the missions a select personnel. The 'WM\ "Now about half-past eleven, when such thing happened, for suddenly, be- Scientific Missionary Institute, with a they were putting the finishing touches - fore the eyes of all present, the child Faculty of Missiology and a Course of to the crib, and my own mother was in the manger moved!" The Ancient Brother stopped dra- Languages, proposes for itself a twothere helping, so what she told me wro, fold scope: (1) To give the more taltrue, fi e young men rushed into the matically, his old eyes shining with the ented among the students of the Urban UNDER DIRECTION OF THE church porch to shelter from the light of God. College an opportunity of investigat"Moved?" I repeated blankly. SISTERS OF THE GOOD SHEPstorm. They were rich young men, all ing more deeply, with a truly scientific "The child moved! Yes. I had it HERD. in evening dress who had been to a big method, into all the missionary quesDRY CLEANING AND ART party at the old mansion you pass on from my father again and again. The tions, thus qualifying themselves to act the way to the station. NEEDLEWORK A SPECIALTY. It's broken child opened its eyes and fixed them as teachers in Catholic Colleges and Vestments, Hand Lace, /anel down now and used as a factory. but on the face of the brute who was shak- Universities; (2) to make possible for in those days it was the finest house ing his fist at the-manger. The child the students of Religious Institutes, Goods Supplied. stretched out its little arms towards for miles round. It belonged to an BRIDAL VEILS CAN BE HAD with members working in mission old Colonel, who had made a fortune him as if to gather him into a loving lands, the study of scientific, historical, ON HIRE. in India—they do say he stole some embrace." Country Orders Promptly religious and philogical problems con"What happened then?" priceless jewels from a temple over Despatched. The Ancient Brother turned hard, nected with the character and customs there—and he used to entertain the 'Phone: B1185. of the people among whom they will gentry in sumptuous style. These five searching eves upon me. "You ask what happened then? The work, and thus being better fitted foi young men had been at a party at his thing that always happens when cow. their missionary career. For this also house, and were walking home full of R.S.L. CATERER ards meet fear. Those men shrieked special lessons will be given at the Latwine and high spirits, when all the eran Mission Museum, and the ConST. GEORGE'S TERRACE, like hysterical women. and tail, turned violence of the storm overtook them. gregation of PERTH. Propaganda will place al. as if the devil was after them, as inSo they ran into the church porch out their disposal the immense amount or All Classes of Catering. , of the soaking rain. The lights inside deed he was, if he hadn't got them al- precious material in its Archives and in Wedding Dinners, Luncheons, They flew out of the church —oil lamps they were in those days— ready. Afternoon new the Missionary Library. Breakfast Picnics, s, like terrified rabbits, leaving their hats must have caught their attention, beStudents wishing to continue for deTeas, etc. cause after a few minutes they pushed and umbrellas behind them." grees, as well as those who do not so 'Phone B3491. open the door and went inside the —Again the old man paused, as if he aspire, may be enrolled in the missiolUnder Direct Supervision of church. Remember, father, those young relished the taste of the amazing inci- ogy course. Those wishing to study MRS E. B. O'CONNELL. men were from London, godless and dent. for degrees must have finished their mocking. My father, who was giving "God had certainly taught them a theology and philosophy. The others a hand with the decorations, saw them lesson," I said quietly, not knowing will be admitted in accordance with come in and went over to them, see- whether this was the end of the story the judgment of the Rector Magnificus., ing the hilarious state they were in. or not, and being afraid to ask. who will decide upon their fitness. The PERTH'S LEADING They asked him why the church was "Yes, thee fled," continued the Anci- course is ot three years, and takes in open at midnight, and if there was ent Brother after a second or two. "but fundamental studies, special studies. going to be a wedding. because if not all. The young man who had and auxiliary studies. The first rethere was they were going to stay for shook his fist in the face of the in- gards the missionary doctrine contained it and see the fun. My father told fant was found crumpled in a heap on in Scripture and Tradition and conEstablished 32 Years. them it was Christmas Eve, and that the floor in a dead faint. Let me fin- nected with Dogmatic HAND-TAILORTD SUITS FROM and Moral TheMidnight Mass would be starting in ish about him now. He was taken ology; Mission Law and Mission His£6 Si. half-an-hour or so. They. said they into the Priory and put to bed. When tory in general and in particular. The knew it was Christmas, because that he came round he found the Prior special studies will he concerned with was why they were halfs-irunk. hut bending over him. But all his frenzy conditions and political and what was Mass anyhow, and what a had left him, and he was meek as a religious social questions in mission lands. Next Criterion Hotel. funny time to go to church, not that lamb. His was the usual story of a The language course offers Chine,- 1 Ring B4594, and our Representative they went to church at an'- time, be- good Catholic upbringing, then a '.-ear Arabic, Armenian. Syrian, Chaldean. will call. cause they didn't believe in all that or two of riotous living for which he and others. ,
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"Well, now you're asking me something," he said. -.But as he was travelling so fast, I wasn't able to get a clear view of it. but I did notice that he had a bowler 'at on and a red scarf.'
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He came home from business and met a smiling wife. "Henry," she said. "a poor old couple came to the door this morning, and I gave them some old clothes." ''That was very kind of you," he replied. "What did you give them?" Well, I hadn't very much," she explained; "but I gave them that old suit you'd been wearing for six years and also that dress I bought last month." "Hallo, Smith, how are you?" exclaimed Jones. "Never see you working in the garden these days, and you never come and see us now." "Well, old chap," replied Smith, "it's not through bad feeling or anything like that. The fact is that you and Mrs. Jones have borrowed so many things from the wife and me lately that when I see the inside of your place it makes me homesick." An old lady was terribly shocked at the lurid language of two electricians who were working near her house. Sht went to the Electric Company and complained. ,One of the two workmen was called in and asked to answer the charge. He said: "Well, me and Bill Dawson were on this job. I was up the pole, and accidentally I let the hot lead fall on Bill. It went down his neck, and he said, 'You really must be more careful, Harry." One evening after five-year-old Bobb> had been put to bed, there came sounds of wailing from his room, and Mary, the maid, was sent to soothe him Soon the crying broke out again with renewed vigour, and father went upstairs. "What's all this noise about, You young rascal?" " Well. Mary said if I kept on crying a great big mouse with big green eyes would come and sit on the end of my bed. I've kept on hut it hasn't come yet!" A man walked up to the foreman oi a gang working in the road. "Why," he exclaimed in amazement "if it isn't my old pal, Joe." The foreman instantly recognised his long-lost friend. "Hallo, Bill." he said, "out of work?" "Yes," replied the other. "Got a job going?" "Sure, mate." said the foreman. "Just mix yourself up in that gang of men and come to me to-night and I will give you a day's pay." "Well, Bill," said the foreman that night, "here's your day's money, and if you like You can come again tomorrow." "No fear." cried Bill. "What!" Joe remarked in amaze. ment. Why not—you've done no work?" "Yes, that's all very well," murmurEd Bill; "but I want a shovel to lean on like the others." The absent-minded professor drove up to his garage, looked inside, returned to his machine, and went like fury to the police station. "Inspector," he gasped, "my car's been stolen."
"And 'ow is your daughter gettin' on, Mrs. Jones?" "Oh, 'er 'usband's got 'er into 'ospital t or violent rage treatment." While crossing a common an old woman noticed one of those men who go around jabbing a pointed stick into scraps of paper to gather them up. Stopping beside him, she said kindly. "Don't you find that work very. tiring?" "Not very, mum," replied the man "You see f was born to it—my father used to harpoon whales." "Did You tell that awful bore who called that I had gone on the Continent?" "Yes, sir," said the new office-boy: "I told him you started this morning." "Good boy! What did he say?" "He wished to know when you'd re turn, sir, and I told him I did not think vou would be back until aftzt lunch." "I heard to-day that your son is an undertaker. I thought you said ht was a doctor?" "Not at all. I said.he followed the medical profession." * Norah: "Mummie. may I go to the fancy-dress ball as a milkmaid?" Mother: "No. dear. You're toe small." "Then may I go as a condensed mitk maid?" A hatter in a certain town put up this advertisement: "Our felt hats fit so well that they are not felt." W hereupon his neighbour, a carpe' merchant, took the hint, and advertis. ed as follows: "Our carpets are sold by the •-ar but dc not wear by the feet." Mother: "What's the matter, darling?" Small Daughter: "Daddy hit his thumb with the hammer.' Mother: "Don't cry about that. Yon should laugh." Small Daughter: "I did." The chief salesman of a certain Lon, don firm had a very loud voice. One morning when the manager arrived at the office he heard a terrible noise coming from the salesman's office. "Who is that shouting?" asked the manager. "That's Mr. Hill talking to Edinburgh," replied his secretary. "Then why on earth doesn't he use a telephone?" asked the manager. The buttonless husband contemplat. ed his jacket which he couldn't do It occurred to him that he might 0-et something done by a little appropriate sarcasm. So, as he was just about to go shop ping with his wife, he remarked: "Oh. by the way, remind me to get some needles and thread when we're out, dear!" His wife gave him a dazzling smile. "You silly, extravagant boy," she cooed, "you can always borrow mine, You know! ''
Teacher: "Aren't you sorry you hit Willie under the chin? I'm sure it was a mistake." Jacky: "Yes, miss, I meant to bash him on the nose." * Tommy (to neighbour who is always borrowing) : "Dad says he's buying some new records, and could you go with him, as he wouldn't like to get any tunes you don't like?" * The usual crop of motoring cases were before the magistrates. "Is it a fact," said the chairman of the Bench to a nervous-looking witness, "that the defendant's car went round that dangerous bend at thirtyfive miles an hour?" "Yes, your worship," said the wit. ness, "it was quite that speed."
You Feel Silly: When you discover that the plant you were proudly showinp- to Jones was only an extra-large weed.
"Now, sir," said the chairman, "would it be possible for you to tell the Court what gear the defendant was in?" The witness gazed in astonishment at the chairman.
"And you can cook like mother used to?" "Yes, if you can stand indigestion like your father used to."
Nurse: "Sit down, Willie, and amuse your little sister. Tell her a story." Willie: "I have just told a story to dad, and I can't sit down." A well-known magistrate was engaging a valet, and the question of wages was reached. The man asked for £2 a week. "Very well," said his worship, "40 shillings-----" and forgetting for the moment what the occasion was, he added his usual alternative, "or 14 days."
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