NORTH CANTERBURY.

Press, Volume LXIII, Issue 19174, 3 December 1927, Page 3

NORTH CANTERBURY.

RANGIORA. The Councillors and their -wives were the guests of the Mayor and Mayoress (Mr and Mrs W. A. Bowse) at Everybody's Pictures on Thursday evening, to witness "Ben Hur." After the pictures the party adjourned to the residence of the Mayor, where they were entertained to supper by the Mayoress. A successful season was brought to a close on Wednesday evening when the members of St. John's Girls' Club held a "back to childhood" party in the Parish Hall. The dressea worn by the majority of those present were reminiscent of early childhood, while the supper table was decorated in a manner calculated to appeal to childish fancies. The Baptist Church and Sunday School anniversary services were continued on Wednesday, the Eev. W. 11. A. Vickery presiding. The address to both young and old by the Eev. J. Carlisle, of Opawa, was a real delight to all. At the close, supper was handed round by the ladies of the church. The performers were: Recitations, Misses Zena Boden, Ina Ealam, M. Ansford, and Mr A. Worsfold; concerted recitations, Misses Ngareta Ealam, Muriel Breach, Ivy Fennell, Rae James, Eose Cunningham, Audrey Boden, Zena Boden, Inez Pentecost, Rae Breach, and Ngira Allen; dialogues, Misses Muriel Breach, Eose Cunningham, Ngareta Ealam, and Audrey Boden, Masters Billy Boden, Hunter Thompson, Douglas Th •ipson, Sam Pentecost, Jack Pentecost, Alan Ealam, and Eaymond Miller; solo, Master Sam Pentecost; violin solo, Master Kenneth Vickery. At Everybody's this afternoon and this evening, First National's brilliant romance "Dance Magic" will be presented, with Pauline Starke in the leading role, supported by Ben Lyon. A dramatic romance of Manhattan madness, of Broadway and Bohemian unconventions, with brilliant settings arid sparkling humour, "Dance Magic" cannot fail to entertain everyone who sees it. On Tuesday next the delightful farce-comedy, "The World at her Feet" will be presented, Florence Vidor being the star. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer'» great production, "The Big Parade" will be shown on Thursday next. Seats may be reserved at The Bristol Piano Company and at the Golden Gate Confectionery store.

KAIKOURA. There was a large and enthusiastic gathering at the Drill Hall on Wednesday night, on the occasion of the public farewell tendered to Mrs and Miss McSwigan, who are leaving Kaikoura. Mrs McSwigan had been a resident of the district of 40 years' standing, and both she and her daughter were held in the highest respect by all sections of the community. The Rev. Father Saunderson presided, and in making Mrs McSwigan a presentation of a silver tea service, /aid no doubt she would feel honoured by the large assemblage present that evening to bid her farewell. It was striking testimony to the esteem in which she was held. To Miss McSwigan he presented a set of tableknives and a tablecloth, on behalf or many friends, all of whom wished her every happiness for the future. Messrs Boyd (County Chairman), J. Davidson, J. J. Mackle, E. A. N Smith. James Murray, F. S. H. G. Eaton, and the Pvev. Father Hnnratty all made appropriate speeches in eulogy of the guests of the evening,: and wishing them every happiness for the future. The Official Assignee presided over a meeting of Kaikoura creditors in the estate of Stewart Barr, and it was resolved that the Official Assignee make the fullest investigation regarding bankrupt's accounts, and that the assistance of a public acc&untant be obtained with this end in view. A very pleasant evening was spent at the Oddfellows' Hall on Thursday when the staff of the New Club Hotel gave a social evening and dance. There was a large attendance, and all present had a most enjoyable time, with songs, musical items, and games. Kaikoura has had its share of web weather of late, heavv showers falling on Sunday and Monday nights. The inland road to Waiau was blocked owing to the swollen state of the Kahautara river, but the main road north and fonth is clear and in good order.

CUST. The quarterly meeting of the Loyal Oust Lodge of Oddfellows, 1.0.0 F., M.U., was held on Tuesday evening. In the absence of Bro. L. C. Ty'ee, N.G., Bro. M. Richardson. 1.P.N.G., presided over a good attendance. The following officers were elected for the ensuing period and were invested by Bro. Gl M. Crysell, P.P.G.M.; N.G., K. G. Pawsey; R.S., P.G. Bro. H. Henisch; V.G., Bro. M. Forbes; P.S., P.G. Bro. F. Sanders; Guardian, Bro. T. Eder; Warden, Bro. A. Forbes. Bro. M. Richardson, 1.P.N.G., was appointed lecture master and recommended for his degree. One candidate was proposed for membership. Degrees were conferred on several brethren The following is the weather report for the Oust district:—Rainfall for the month of November, 3.98 inches; tor the same month of the previous year, 2.88; total amount up to date this vear, 22.28; for same period last year, 23.48. WEST MELTON. The last of a series of euchre and dance socials, held under the auspices of the Hall Social Committee, was brought to a close on Thursday night. Prizes for the euchre were awarded as follows:—Ladies, Mrs Ashby, I; Mrs N. Fowler. 2. Men: Mr T. Mcllwraith. 1; Mr L. Summerlield, 2. The aggregate prizes for the season were Avon by Mrs 0. McKay and Mr W. Davis with Miss Iris Chambers and Mr T. Mcllwraith runners-tip. The music for the danco was supplied by Miss Iris ChambeVs and Miss Thelnia Whyte. Mr L. Chambers and Mr T. Hunt acted ixs M.C.'s. SEFTON. A special meeting to form a local branch of the Plunket Society, arranged by the Rangiora branch, was held in the Presbyterian schoolroom on Wednesday afternoon. The president of the Rangiora branch, Mrs F. B. Lane, was in the chair, and there was a good attendance of representatives from Amberley and Rangiora. It was decidea to form a local branch, and tho following officers were elected: —President, Mrs P. J. Thome; vice-presi-dents, Mrs J. Boyce and Mrs I. Cham- I pion; secretary, Mrs E. Harvey; treasurer, Mrs H. Rollinson; committee, Mesdames Ford, R. McGowan, C. Allington, and A. Withers. During the afternoon, a verv interesting talk was given by the relieving Plunket nurse -from Rangiora, at the conclusion of which she was accorded a hearty vote of. thanks. Afternoon tea was dispensed by the local members of the W.C.T.U. On Thursday afternoon, the members of the Ladies' Guilds of the Wood-end-Sefton Methodist circuit held a comb/.ied Guild meeting at the residence of Mrs Chamberlain, Amberley, where a very enjoyable afternoon was spent. The meeting opened with a hymn and prayer, led by Mrs Cuming, and during the afternoon items were given by sliss Nina Chamberlain and Mrs Cuming, also gramophone records. Afternoon tea was dispensed by the members, of the Amberley Guild.

BALCAIRN. The Balcairn Hall -was well filled on Thursday night, when a most enjoyable concert was given by the Amberley con- ' oerf party in aid of the local school's picnic and prize fund. The various , items on the programme which received j most hearty applause throughout were i as follows:—Overture, ' Miss Rhodes ; (piano), Messrs G. Hayman (violin), and G. Traill (xylophone); opening chorus. "How Do Xpu Do. Everybody?", concert party; "My Own lona," V. J. Rhodes and party; song, "Harry Hawke," the Rev. Mr Knights; song, "Lazy Daisies," Miss N. Chamberlain and chorus; violin solos, Mr G. Hayman; songs, 'Sally Horner" and "Bonnie Mary of Argyll," Mrs McLean; duet. "Dancing Dolls," Mr and Mrs Browne; songs, "Annie Laurie" and "Kitty Kelly," Mr E. P. Shier; trio. "Cuthbert, Clarence, and Claud," Messrs V. and W. Rhodes and C. W. Browne; chorus "Let's All Go To Mary's House," company. After the interval a farce entitled "Between the Soup and the Savoury' was presented, the parts being taken by Misses N. Chamberlain (cook), Miss Parsons (kitchen maid), and Miss Rhodes (maid). The acting was very good, and the piece caused much amusement. At the close of the concert, Mr W. F. Habgood, on behalf of the school committee, thanked the Amberlev partv for their concert which had considerably augmented tlie funds of the school. A dance followed, the music for which was played by the following: Misses B. Fleming (piano), M. Fleming (violin), Messrs G. Hayman (violin), and G. Traill (xylophone), Misses D. Habgood, A. Fitzpatrick, and E. Carroll. Mr W. Dermott was M.C. AKAROA. Durirrg the progress of the Gala and Queen Carnival held here last summer, the Combined. Committees of the Lawn Tennis and Golf Clubs, held a success-' ful sports meeting, consisting mostly of horse events on the Takamatua beach. The promoters were so satisfied with the outing, that it was decided to make the event an annual one. On Tuesday evening a meeting was held of representatives of both clubs and December 29th was the day chosen. A committee of 30 was appointed to carry out the arrangements and Mr R. Bruce was elected secretary. A programme of ten novelty events on horseback was drawn up and it was decided to run a number of side-shows. A meeting of the Bor6ugh Council was held on Wednesday evening, there being present: Councillors G. Davidson, T. H. Fraser, A. R. Munro, W. Pool, W. W. Williams, F. J. Wright. Cr. A. R. Munro occupied the chair. A motion of sympathy was passed to Cr. McCaugh'an on the recent death of his wife. A motion of sympathy was also passed to the relatives of the late Mr E. S. Chappel, of Prebbleton, a former member of the Borough Council. The Marine Department wrote asking for information of what strictures, and wharves, the Council controlled on the foreshore. A letter was received from the Lands and Survey Department, in answer to the Council's question, whether the Borough endowments could be sold, stating that the proceeds of such land sold, would have to be applied to land for a similar purpose as that held. The Akaroa Regatta Club was granted permission to sell the rights of booths near the approach to tho new wharf on Regatta Day. A request from the Boy Scouts' Committee for leasing a portion of the L'Aube Hill reserve on which to erect a scout-room was referred to the Reserves Committee to. report at next meeting. The Reserves Committee were empowered to dispose of the hay in the Domain. N . The members of the Presbyterian Church had made elaborate arrangements to hold a garden party and fete, in Mrs J. D. Bruce's grounds, on Thursday, but on account of the boisterous weather in the morning the Sunday Schoolroom was requisitioned for the function. There was a very large attendance, and although the building proved too small to be comfortable, the promoters were able to augment the Church Fund to the extent of £52. A number of competitions were held during the afternoon, the winners being: Weight of cake, Miss M. Lelievre; number of sweets in a bottle, Mrs C. Stewart; nail-driving, Messrs H. Pool and C. Chapman. The following were the stall-holders and those who had assisted with the success of the event. Sweets: Misses N. Munro and M. Petterson; produce: Mesdames J. Armstrong, sen., T. H.' Morcoh, A. F. C. Williamson; Christmas tree: Mesdames R. Paterson and A. H. Williams; bran tub, Mrs T. H. Fraser; cake: Mesdames J. Martin.and W. Pool; refreshments: Mesdames A. F. C. Williamson, J. N. Waddell, Misses E., M., and K. Fyfe, J. Hammond, J. McDonald, I. Woodill; competitions: Messrs T. H. Fraser, H. Parris, F. Fyfe, A. R. Munro, A. J. Clements. The weather has been very wintry' during the past week, and although the days have been fine, with tho exception of Thursday, violent southerly weather with heavy rain and hail-storms have beon experienced almost every night. A launch named Mahoe, proceeding from Waitara to Bluff to enter the fish trade, put 'into the harbour for shelter on Wednesday evening. LINCOLN. Despite the inclemency of the -weather on Wednesday evening, there was a good attendance at the euchre tournament and dance run under the auspices of the Druids Social Committee. The prize-winners were: Ladies, Mrs T. Coleman (Ladbrooks) 1, Miss Mary Greaves 2; men: Mr W. Anning 1, Mr J. Clarke 2. Consolation prizes were awarded to Miss Elsie Ford, and Mr H. Lack, jun. The dance music was supplied by Mr L. Stace. A Monto Carlo waltz was held, this being won by Mr and Mrs Moodie. Mr C. Mills was M.C. Mr T. Jordan, who has resided in this district, for several years, leaves on Wednesday to take up dutieß at Woodend.