NORTH CANTERBURY.

Press, Volume LXIII, Issue 19171, 30 November 1927, Page 3

NORTH CANTERBURY.

RANGIORA. Tbere was a good attendance at the half-yearly meeting of the Loyal Rangiora Lodge, 1.0.0. F., M.U. N.G- l* ro - W. Wilson, who presided, extended a cordial welcome to members of tho Kaiapoi and Woodend Lodges, who were present. . The results of the first round in the tug-o'-war contest were ■.—Rangiora County beat Cust; Ashley Bank beat Celtic A; Post and Telegraph beat Sefton; Fernsido beat Lious; Celtic At 9 o'clock the business was suspended to allow of tho unveiling ot a memorial portrait of the late uro James Marshall, P.G.M. Hi© ««►" nionv, which was attended by Mrs -Marshall and members of her family, was performed by Bro. C. I. J*? I ""®*' D.S. who had an intimate acquaintance with'the late brother for 49 years He paid warm tribute to Bro. Marshall s services to the Older in various offices in the lodge and the Ashley district, and as Grand Master of the. New Zealand Branch, specially mentioning, tn© office of lodge secretary, which he tilled for 27 years, and the lodge treasurership, which ho held for 14 years. A silver tablet attached to the frame ot the portrait bore the following inscription:—"ln Memoriam. Bro. James Marshall, P.G.M. Born May 2/tn, 1859, died May 29th, 1926. Initiated in the Loyal Rangiora Lodge, September 6th, 1880; Noble Grand 1883 secretary 1885 to 1912, treasurer 1912 to 1926; Grand Master, Ashley District, 1886-87; Grand Master. New Zealand Branch, 1908-10. A tribute of esteem from members of his lodge." On resuming business the election ot officers took place, resulting as follows —N.G., Bro. F. W. Reynolds; V.G., Bro. A. J. Buckley; E.S., Bro E. H Ellis; L.M., Bro. J. Cooke. The *G. and V.G., and their supporters were appointed sick visitors. It was decided to favour a proposal from tho United Friendly Societies Medical Committee to endeavour to arrange for a more advantageous agreement for the supply of medicines to members. The annual church parade was fixed to take place at the Methodist Church on December 18th. One candidate was proposed for membership and one was initiated. Sick !<%-, a maternity allowance, and quarterly accounts totalling £217 4s 9d, were passed for pay men! For the past six months the members of the Catholic Church have been working for their annual bazaar and sale of work, which was opened yesterday by Bishop Brodie. The Rev. Father Leen welcomed his Lordship and thanked him from coming out to Rangiora. The Bishop expressed his thanks for the warm welcome accorded him. i It was a great pleasure to come out to Rangiora and open their bazaar. He also thanked the Mayor (Mr "W A. Rowse) and Mayoress for their presence. In a short address his Lordship dealt with the needs of the Church. Money was needed for the upkeep of their orphanages and schools, and it was through these efforts that it was raised. He especially thanked the ladies for the great amount of work put in by them during the past six months and wished them every success in their effort. The Mayor expressed his thanks for the welcome accorded him and trusted that the financial result of the bazaar would be up to expectations. On behalf of the Catholic Church Mr J. Catherwood thanked Bishop Brodio for coming out to Rangiora to open their bazaar. After the Bishop had declared the bazaar open good business was done, at the different stalls. The bazaar will be continued throughout the week. 'A tug-of-war contest, for which nine teams have entered, will be held each evening. There are also a number of side-shows which should help to augment the funds.

KAIAPOI. The Kaiapoi Male Choir held ite second concert of the seventh season at the Grand Theatre, Kaiapoi, last evening. The work of the choir showed considerable improvement, much credit being due to the conductor, Mr Charles Olarkson. The choir was heard to advantage in the following part songs : "Sailors' Song" (Hatton), "Love's Old Sweet Song" (J. A. Parks), "An Old Rat's Talo" (Bridge), "The Chapel" (Kreutzer), "The Letter (Hatton), "Lullaby" (Brahms). "Wow the Man Down" (R. R. Terry), and "Warriors' Song" (Hatton). The choir was assisted by Mr Alex. Dey (Christchurch), whose ' humorous recitations, "The Chairman's Remarks" and "Monty on Bananas" caused considerable amusement. The soloists were Mr J. North, who sang "My Friend" (Behrend) and Mrs L. G. Billcliffe, who contributed "Home Song" (Liddle) and "The Dawn Hath a Song" (Montague Phillips). Miss Marjorie Childs, L.T.C.L., gave a pianoforte solo, "Prelude in G" (Rachmaninoff), the duet, "Break Divine's Light" (Alitsen) was sung by Messrs Gilbert Hirst and Charles Clarkson, and the choir quartette, Messrs J Howarth, J. Johnston, J. MoTntosh, and A. Baker contributed ''Lovely Night" (Chwatel). The choir was ably assisted by the Kaiapoi Methodist Orchestra under the leadership of Mr A. Blakeley, the items given being a welcome addition to the programme. The choir's hon. accompanist, Mr A. Johnston, presided at the piano. The choir and those assisting at the concert were afterwards the gruests of the president, Mr J. H. Blackwell, at supper. HAWARDEN. At the Magistrate's Court, the Hurunui Rabbit Board proceeded against J. H. P. Rivers for failure to comply with inspector's notices. Defendant was convicted and fined £2 and costs £4 6s Bd. The building known as the Hawarden Memorial Hall, which was built tinder the auspices of the Plunket Society and the R.S.A., is completed and ready for use- A committee of ladies recently visited tho City to buy the necessary furniture, and the nurses' room and the public rest room now look Tery cosy and inviting. The R.S.A. are undertaking the equipment of their own room, which will also be used as a public library. Arrangements have been made for the official opening to take place on Saturday, when the rooms will be thrown open for public inspection, and afternoon tea will be provided by the members of the Plunket Society. The rest room will supply a long-felt want for the women and children of Hawarden and surrounding districts. The nurse will be installed in her room on the Thursday following the official opening. SEFTON. Sefton juniors beat Oxford by 127 runs to 64. The most successful batsmen for Sefton were C. Armstrong 57, F. H. Ford 34, and H. Rolhnson 13. C O. Petrie took five wickets for 20, E. Harvey three for 18, C. Armstrong one fcr 9, and J. Hales one for 12. . . The seniors continued the ma ten against Oxford seniors on the home ground, Oxford gaining a three-point win. For Sefton, A. Smith made .31, G. Mitchell 16, J. Farrar 15, H. Little 13, and L. Morris 11. W. Dando, U ; Mitchell, and G. Smith bowled best.

AKAROA. I The monthly meeting of the Akaroa County Council was held at Duvauchelle on Saturday. Present: Councilors E. Hay (chairman). R. A. Mould, W. H. Taylor. C. B. Thacker, A. A. McPhail, and W. W. Williams. Tlie Wairewa County Council wrote requesting the Council to support the abolition of unsightly roadside advertising. The request was granted. Cr. W. H. Taylor was appointed the representative on the Akaroa High School Board in place of the late Mr J. D. Bruce. Correspondence was received from the Council's solicitors in reference to a recent collision between the Council's motor-truck and a motor-car. A ratepayer wrote complaining of noxious weeds on a neighbour's property. It was decided to forward the complaint to the Stock Department. Licenses were received from tho Marine Department for the Wainui, Duvauchellc. and Robinson's Bay wharves. Cr. Taylor was authorised to make enquiries concerning the use of the boat slip at Akaroa. The purchase of a new stone-crushing plant was further deferred in the meantime. OKAIN'S BAY. Owing to the inclement weather there was a small attendance at the fortnightly euchre party. The prizes were won by Mrs Reg. Mason and Mr Joe Harris. What appears to be a case of vandalism was perpetrated one night last week on a consignment of Messrs J. and C. Thacker's wool awaiting shipment in the wharf shed. The bales were literally slashed to pieces and had to be hauled back to tho woolshed to be rebaled. As a consequence the consignment will miss the first wool sale. The highest quantity of milk supplied! to the dairy factory in one day this season was 4000 gallons, compared with last season's record of 4300 gallons. In all probability last week was the flush, but tho present supply should be maintained for some weeks yet, as there is an abundance of feed. The last three shipments of cheese graded 94 points for pasteurised and 93 points for unpasteurised. LE BON'S BAY. Mrs A. Thelning and Mrs Giles have returned to their homes in Christchurch, after spending a week's holiday with Mt and Mrs G. Lodge, of Le Bon's Bay. Mr Pycroft, of Christchurch, is spending a holiday with Mr H l . Elliott at Le Bon's Bay. The weather is still very unsettled. Hardly a day has passed for the last fortnight without rain. Shearing is held up with the bad weather, and tho strong, cold winds are very severe on the sheep recently shorn. The gardens are very late, and everything seems to be at a standstill. The milk supply at the factory is rapidly decreasing on account of the bad weather. ROLLESTON. The annual meeting of the Rolleston Memorial Hall Committee was held on Saturday evening. Mr J. Green presiding over a fair attendance. The report and balance-sheet were read and adopted, the latter showing a small credit. The election of officers for the ensuing year resulted as. follows:—Committee, Messrs T Davison, P. Finnegan, J. Green, G. Kinnear, S. Payne, and C. Gaffney. Mr .). Green was elected chairman, and Mr S. Payne was re-elected. secretary.

HALKETT. Rain commenced to fall during the early hours of Monday morning the wind being from the nor'-west. Heavy rain fell for a time and then the wind changed to the sou'-west and very heavy rain fell up till mid-day. A very strong wind blew practically all day although little or no rain fell during the afternoon. During the forenoon the temperature was very low, all classes of stock seeking shelter from the biting wind. The rainfall recorded at noon on Monday was 60 points. Shearing operations are apain brought to a standstill, and a spell of fine weather would be welcomed. At the present time stock are not fattening as would be expected owing the feed being too soft, as well as the cold weather tending to keen them back. The ltev. F. Robertson, of Lincoln, conducted anniversary services in the Halkett Presbyterian -Church on Sunday evening, there being a large congregation present. SPRINGSTON. There was a good attendance at the weekly euchre and dance on Saturday evening, the proceeds being in aid of the forthcoming Gymkhana. In the ladies' section Miss Martha Benny and Mrs J. McVinnie tied for first place. Messrs A. McKay and J. F. Hill tied for first place in the men's section, the former taking the first prize and the latter taking second in the ■ play-off. After supper was served the room was cleared for dancing, Mr R. Wall supplying music. Mesdames P. Riordan and W. Greenslade contributed extras. Mr E. Nealc was M.C. SHEFFIELD. The Public Hall at Sheffield was taxed to its utmost capacity on Thursday evening, when a social and 'dance were held under the auspices of the Sheffield Cricket Club. Mr M. L. Page, the New Zealand representative, who played for the Sheffield Club last season, was entertained, and during the evening he related some of his experiences while on tour. Dancing was continued until a late hour. On Friday evening, a social gathering was held in the Sheffield Hall in honour of the Rev. C. L. Sparrow and Mrs Sparrow, who leave almost immediately for Kaiapoi. Mr C. Jarman spoke on behalf of the Darfield parishioners, while Mr Tobeck, of Springfield, also spoke of Mr Sparrow's work in the district, and regretted very much that he was leaving. The Rev A. L. Witheford and Mr T. Innes spoke on behalf of the Methodist and Presbyterian Churches, respectively Both gentlemen referred to the kindly relationshp existing between the Churches. Mr Sparrow suitably responded, thanking all his church wardens and officers for the help which he had received from them.while in residence in Sheffield. Mr W. J. Jenkins, who occupied the chair, presented Mr Sparrow with a substantial cheque and wished him and his family every success in their new sphere of labour Mr Sparrow suitably responded. The items contributed to the programme were:—Selection, Mrs Cridge and party; song, Mr Wilkes; vocal duet. Misses Townshend and Bates; recitation. Mr F_ Bull; song, Miss Anderson ; song, Miss Cullen; congregational letter, Mr Robinson: piano duet, Misses Cullen and Bates; song. Mr G D. Sealey; song, Miss M. Townshena GREENDALE. Greendale A heat Kirwec A by 31 runs. Scores: Kirwee made_ 70 Ofac Wilson 21 not out, Geo. Wilson K), and Greendale 101 (W. -1. Dean 28, F. G. Early 26. P. J. Dowd 15 not out). Bowling for Kirwee, P. Boulnois took five wickets for 20 runs, A. Roper two for 11, D. Finlay one for 7, Mac Wilson one for 11. For. Greendale, R. Clucas took two wickets for 8 runs, W. J. Dean four for 20, T. H. Locker two for 16, F. CulleD one for 21.

! FERNSIDE. A very enjoyable concert and dance was held in the school, the proceeds of which are in aid of the annual school picnic funds. Miss Maodonald and Mr 0. H. Hinton deserve much credit for the training of the school children, by whom the excellent programme was contributed. Miss M. M. Sutherland was accompanist. Recitations were given by Betty Evans, Margaret Hide, and Louis Carpenter. Evelyn Carpenter and Ina Sutherland took the solo parts in two songs, and several playlets by the small children were greatly appreciated by the audience. Mrs Trollope, Misses M. M. Sutherland and D. and R. Smith also contributed items. During the evening the opportunity was taken to make a presentation to the headmaster, Mr C. H. Hinton, who is leaving Femside to take a position in the Avondale School, Auckland. Mr S. 0. Hewitt, chairman, on behalf of the School Committee, Cricket and Tennis Clubs, expressed the regret felt by all at Mr Hinton's departure. As a token of the esteem in which he is held by the Fernside residents, Mr Hewitt asked Mr Hinton to accept a silver tea service and oak tray. Mr Hinton suitably responded. At the conclusion of the concert supper was handed round and dancing was kept up until the early hours to music played by Miss Sutherland and an extra by Miss D. Smith. Mr S. C Hewitt was M.O. On Saturday afternoon eight members of the Fernside Tennis Club had a very enjoyable time on the Whiterock tennis court, when they had a friendly match with the Whiterock Club. Fernside lost to the home team by 5 points. Mrs C. H. Hinton and family and Miss H. Cornthwaite, left for Avondale, Auckland, a fortnight ago, are now settled in their new home. Mr Hinton leaves by the ferry steamer this evening. KIRWEE. Playing in the Malvern Association's competition, Kirwee B beat Greendale B by an innings and 66 runs. Greendale B made 27 (R. Stephens 10) and 37 (T. Clucas 9 and W. Adams 8), and Kirwee B 130 (E. Pratt 69, W. Wilson 20, A. Thompson 12, and M. Wilson 10). For Greendale, J. Frew took five wickets for 23, W. Adams two for 9, C. H. Adams one for 27, and R. fcjtephenfi one for 39. and for Kirwee, W. Wilson five for 6, E. Pratt one for 9 and one for 2, T. McGoverin two for 4. A. Wilson eight for 8, H. Dower one for 5, and A. Thompson one for 5. Both teams played thirteen men. The local branch of the Plunket »Society is actively engaged in making preparations for "the children's fancy dress party and Christmas Tree. SOUTHBRIDGE. The commercial travellers' concert party gave an entertainment in the i Southbridge Town Hall, in aid of the funds of the Plunket Society. In addition to a good selection of part songs, solos were contributed by Messrs W. A. Drake, T. Taylor, T. Christie, F. A. Woods, and A. Kommell. The conductor and pianist was Mr A. Worsley. The party hopes to pay a return visit early next year. While shearing sheep with machines at Mt. Somers the other day, Mr Percy Buckley, of Southbridge, had his left arm gashed near the elbow joiut, through the sheep upon which he was operating at the time starting to struggle. The wound will prevent him from shearing for several weeks. Mr Pike, of the.Railway, locomotive . staff at Southbridge, is being transferred to Otira.