Newspaper Report:

 Martha Catherine Williamina Allen marries Walter Thompson  June 4 1919

Wedding- A wedding of great interest to old residents of the North Taieri took place on a beautiful sunny day on June 4 in the Presbyterian Church which was prettily decorated by girl friends of the bride. The Rev. Limburn solemnised the marriage. Mrs Fowler (cousin of the bride) played the  “Wedding March” as the company left the church. Mr Walter Thompson, second son of Mr and Mrs T Thompson ( Waikaia)  was married to Miss M. C. W. Allen, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Allen formally of Waikaia but now of Janefield, Mosgiel. The bride looked charming in a white silk dress, veil, and orange blossoms. Miss L. Stewart (Christchurch), niece of the bride, was bridesmaid who wore a pretty blue dress. The wedding party motored to the church and back to Janefield, where food was partaken of.  The Rev Limburn presided and the usual toasts were honoured. Mr and Mrs Walter Thompson received many handsome and valuable presents including cheques. The brides travelling dress was a grey costume, and hat to match. The happy couple left by motor car to Dunedin to catch the train for the north, where the honey moon will be spent, and then return to Waikaia where they will reside.