MID-CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXVI, Issue 20107, 10 December 1930, Page 9

MID-CANTERBURY

aS HBURTON. . 6 ALBBAI tH HONOURED. I the Borough Council ° me t the Mayor (Mr K. s 'f\. d presented him with » „ in view of his impendfor Stratford. Prior M entation, Mr Galbraith was ' Jat afternoon tea, which by Mrs W. Patterson (wife p ler k) and lady members was also given a \Jt walking-stick by memAshburton Silver Band, m .of his interest in their | t pre<i at rfi, e presentation was conductor (Mr H. J. T. e > of the Citizens' s*^«fe«ed to Mr Galbraith "s tho band "

Presbytery. , mnnthlv meeting of (be Ashpresbytery yesterday the Kev. r Jme presided. The balance-l-6, J h was adopted, showed thai. ■}S e 5 c«di" glance of £2 H s

tion of the Church. Union o ues following the receipt of , Wpllineton, which contained h fAr the union of the Presbysf ° Methodist, and Congregational flUi *" unanimously agreed to reply Me Presbytery was in favour ox *Lg with conversations with a K preparation of a basis upon I might be established. i Hsggtt. ssmz :C e C nt next session. The Rev,. iS Morrison, B. Morgan, A G. .. W. Marshall were appointeci Sulate a reply. ifj Mai ton Murray, secretary o£ Uw Zealand Alliance, was present, ../addressed the meeting on the i-of the Alliance. •luKfV B. Morgan reported upon -Jtriennial visit to Mayfield, statist the conditions m the congro- !• were very satisfactory. _ It «« i L to commend the minister, of■toe" members, and adherents of ''' drarth' Morgan was apied to read the finding of Presby- ; j0 t], e Mavfield congregation. St Ben. A. G. Irvine and R. Morgan .»rt apppointedthe ministerial represen•itives of the Presbytery at the General Uiemhly to be held in Wellington in tat. The sessions of Tinwald, Ealaia, and Mayfield were asked to aproit representative elders. Jt, Andrew's Presbyterian Church. He annual meeting of St. Andrew's Ptesbyteriaa Church was held last even•if, when the Eev. A. G. Irvine preli M. The annual report of the Church Session, "which covered a period of sixteen months, showed that the work in tie Sunday Schools at St. Andrew's, Allenton, and Ashbnrton East had revived careful attention, while the sis Bibls Classes Tieiidl in a thriving condition. The yojnig',people had put a great ded.of work jito these moveneat* congregation •idirell.malßizaed lis interest in the J iissz» There had been" iiiditieai a&3 35">emovals from the s&isMp:of tie church, leaving the *413, irtieirwas an increase of 16 mt year. There had been 45 bapa. Jrreport of the church managers iM that the £2OO bequest from Mr & Olson had been allocated to the attion of the debt on the Sunday fflti, Miss Jane Keddie Cameron had r 3}d the chnrch £SO, the interest be spent on books for is Sunday School library, while under as will of Mrs Barbara Irwin, the feityterian Women's Missionary toil, Sniday School building fund, a! mission work would benefit to the uiait of about £BO. reports of the various other iiguiiations showed that the roll slates were as follows:—Kindergar:n iSI (roll), 126 (cradle roll); Allen•9 May School, 80; Ashburton East School, 53; Senior Young "mens Bible Class, 12; Intermediate •®iSWomen's Bible Class, 25; Senior •Kg Ilea's Bible Class, 37; Presby■'3l Women's Missionary Union, 58; * Young Men's Bible Class, 18; Auxiliary, 35; Busy Bees, 26.

He balance-sheet for the past sixteen ■sms ihowed a debit balance of £lll 7; Collections totalled £935 5a 9d, ■fadbeen collected for missions. '' 'sports and the balance-sheet »dopted. tongbeach Boad Board. Jjv Itogbeach Eoad Board met yes- - Present—Messrs J. P. Mc- j ' (chairman), L. Maginness, H. • ittj, and W. J. Anderson. '' S t , oT 2? eer reported that the ford „ Hinds river at Lynnford had 7 re P ai 'ed, and that certain necesmaintenance "work had been J,'' the piping of the large wine's road. The metalling A® Park road would be started the right to cut cocksfoot board's district it was decided Pass book showed a credit of «24 4s lOd.

» i Kifle Shooting. m atch of the Wakanui tin ,v ij ,^ as been fired, with the reC. G ?v been won by A. Amos, 4la the j match were: —- Wilson 50 °y<i». 600 yds. Hep. Ttl. iSw " '?■ 30 2 64 'tjitoj 1 20 2a !) 6o B»ra 26 29 fi 61 f&Jitl '• 24 24, 13 61 ■« 2fi 22 13 61 ,%»B - 9 "iO 1 GO }!«<>, •• 27 •_;[) 4 C,O 'Vr '• 31 2fi 2 50 •• IT 21 20 5S Tenuis. Vw°?' ch between the Allcnton B I*? 6 ' «a fi*JFj nms Clubs was played at !t II 1 3, a ' te moon. the former »*«*j (iii* e . t0 three. Results were iPo'l W. . ton nsmß s first) : l>*XotfT^ iss Isaben McLennan Wi, V ltl " G - Bushel! 6. Mias j?«; XiJ * -k® McLennan 4, Mies K. l7'S e rVv MUs P- Verral. i- Cartwr! « l,s 6 - J - s c°" tT'.Tv.w I v *rrall 5; G. Cart*«V" chy 0; J - Stevenson 6, bS, S N»t? lea T Misseß McLennan 6, CwCft®' Curd 4: Misses 8 «. Misses K. Scott and P. la Swtt'tti V Ca , rt,v r''Eht 3nd Den * !?, ««i S L" d K - Verrall 6; G. Cart;&?i d" 0n 6i McMurchy and j t: 1SP llB Cartwrijtfit and Miss *«4 and Mi « N - Scott » a * McLennan 6, K. 4; G. Cartwricht * ».J '*! Ste»l * McMurchy and Miss Wp '-J* 0 " and Miss Nee 6, e - Verrall 3. &AAW. Cl0 4uet. NSL*^ 11 !^? 6 ' < ? lub be >epre«i I,'vv 111 fla S matches 7 at Timaru 'tyL T. gL:J,'' n y n —Mesdames Watt, , W,th - Dunn, Buxton, and &5l V , *Va«..*- Baiu, * Aehbury—Mesdames Smallbone. Cooper,

HIGHBANK. The Highbank Tennis Club played a match against the Lyndhurst Club on Saturday. Highbank won by 13 sets (103 games'* to three sets (57 games). The Highbank B team played at Chertsey on Saturday, Highbank winning by 10 sets (84 games) to sis sets (81 games). ANAMA. The' rainfall recorded at "Laggan during November was 323 points, compared with 284 points in November last year. This brings the year's total to 30.45 in, as against 36.28 in last year. The district has had an unusual amount of lightning and thunder this season, but beyond the fusing of electric wires no damage has resulted. No news has yet come to hand in regard to the rebuilding of th© school, which was destroyed by fire last July, although the chief inspector has been, making enquiries in the district. Meanwhile, school is carried on under many difficulties in the shelter shed. Residents are hopeful that the new school will be built before next winter. Church services are being held in the school shed, about twice a month, but as the old school served as the district's "hall" for concerts, socials, etc., such gatherings have had to be abandoned.

MAYFIELD. The monthly meeting o£ the General Committee of the Mayiield A. and I'. Association was held, when the president (Mr J. A. Fleming) presided over a large attendance. The Ashburton Chamber of Commerce forwarded their annual balance-sheet. A number of donations to the prize fund, and also special prizes were received. Messrs R. Oakley, G. E. Gumbrell, and T. S. Johnstone were appointed delegates from the Association to attend the meeting of farmers to be held in Christchurch today. The secretary was instructed to make arrangements for the purchase and cartage of posts. Eight tenders were received for the labour of erecting cattle-pens, and the tenders of Shearer, Bros., Methven, at £26, was accepted. Five tenders were received for the erection of a committee room on the Association's ground, and the tender of Shearer Bros., of Methven, at £329, was accepted. Mr John Eose, of Anama, was elected a member of the Association. Messrs H. C. Barton and G. Johnston were congratulated on their successes at Timaru and Christchurch Shows. METHVEN. The monthly meeting of the committee of the Methven A. and P. Association was held, when Mr F. SMcDonald presided, and there were also present—Messrs H. J. Freeman, W S Jones, A. Geddes, S. Campbell, W. C. Jaowery, W. F. Reynolds C. Sbeia« X* A tiemsb fi« Ml&i Ck Wl-

Watson, A. F. Marr, G. Franks, CI. Callaghan, and K. A. Bland. Before proceeding witli the ordinary business of tlio meeting the nresident referred to the deaths of Mr Jolm Dolan and Mrs C. Nordquist. Votes of sympathy wero passed to the relatives. The Methven Caledonian Society wrote applying ior the use of the Show Grounds for their annual sports meeting. Mr E. A. Bland spoke in favour of granting tho application, and suggested that the Association should also I give the society every encouragement. 'He moved that tho application be granted. This was carried unanimously. Professor R. E. Alexander, | Director of T.inooln Agricultural College, wrote advising that 1* aimers Day would be held at the College on Tuesday, December lGtli, and stating that th«* Board of Governors would like all interested to bo present. r lh« following donations towards the prize fund were received: —D.I.C. £1 Is, Messrs M. A. Stono £1 Is, \\ . A. Shemeld lx>x of tea, Cookson Bros, box of tea, Thomson and Owers 30s, VV . W. Goodwin £4 4s. H. E. Jessep £1 Is, McDonald Bros. £2 2s, Thompson Bro=. £3 3s S. Robinfon £1 Is, James Campbell £3 3s, Borthwick and Sons £2 2s, Canterbury Frozen Meat Co. £2 2s, New Zealand Refrigerating Co. half ton fertiliser, Bristol Piano Co. 10s 6d. Canterbury Central blue ribbon, Petersen's, Ltd. £1 J s > Kempthorne, Prosser, Ltd. half ton superphosphate, Andrews Twine CoDixon Bros. (Christchurcli) £1 Is, A. J. White. Ltd. £1 Is, Dalgety and Co. Ltd. £1 Is, Nicoll Bros. £2 2s Aulsebrook, Ltd. £1 Is, Beath nnd Co. £1 Js North Canterbury Farmers' Co-op. Freezing Co. £1 Is, G. McClatchie and Co. £1 Is, Blackburne. Smith and Co. sheep dip, Morrow, Cuddon and Co bale twine, and Mrs H. McGirr £1 Is. The various sub-committees appointed to revise the schedule reported on their work and recommended a number of additions and alterations.

EALING

A combined social was held by the Ealing and Hinds "Women's Institutes in the Ealing Hall. The hall and supper room were tastefully decorated. Mrs Davis (president of the Ealmg branch) occupied the chair, and was supported by Mrs E. Hanna (president of the Hinds branch). The gathering was large and representative, friends being present from Arundel, Uangitata, and Lowcliffe. Items, vocal and instrumental, were interspersed with games and competitions. Those who contributed items were: Mesdames Ross Brodie, Hanna, and Marshall, and Misses Bruce, Framptou, McTveage, MeGuigon, and Mr B. Brown. Mesdames Donaldson and Brown and Miss Simmons were the accompanists. An amusing opening chorus was sung by a group of young members. A bountiful super provided by those present, was dispensed by Mrs Good and a willing band of helpers. It was decided to hold a demonstration ot mattress and quilt making, and also of cake ioins a-fc the next meeting.

CHERTSEY. On Saturday last the Chertsey Tennis Club played llighbank. Results (CherLsey names first): Women's Singles—Miss -M. Garland 3, Miss E. Woods G; Miss E. Doig 1, Miss M. MoJrwraith 6; Miss N. Robinson (j, Mis.s Milly Mcllwraith M iss B. Croy 4, Miss G. Simpson 6. Men's Singles—R. Fleet 9, A. Young 3; Hi. Hargrave 6, F. Dolan 9; R. Cameron 0, K. Vaughan 9; G. Croy 9, E. Vaughan 1. Women's Doubles—Misses M. Garland and E. Doig 3, Misses 13. Woods and M. Mcllwraith 6; Misses N. Robinson and B. Croy 1, Misses Mcllwraith and J. Simpson 6. Men's Doubles—R. Fleet and li. Hargrave 9, Young and Dolan 3; R. Cameron and G. Croy 9, Vaughan and Vaughan 4. Mixed Doubles —Miss M. Garland and R. Fleet 4. M iss Woods and A. : Young 6 - Miss E. Doig and H. Hargrave 6, Miss Mcllwraith and F. Dolan | 5; Miss N. Robinson and R. Cameron 4, M iss Mcllwraith and R. Vaughan 6; Miss B. Croy and G. Croy 1. Miss G. Simpson and E. Vaughan 6. Highbank won 10 sets or 84 games : Chertsey 6 sets or 81 games. ARUNDEL. The monthly meeting of the Arundel Women's Institute was held in the Howard Hall, Arundel. Mrs Charles presided over an attendance of fifty. A motion of sympathy was passed with Mrs Davis, of the Ealing Women's Institute, in the death of her mother. It was decided that a letter be sent to Mrs J. M. H. Tripp, sympathising with her in her illness, and wishing her a speedy recovery. It was arranged that the picnic be held at Peel Forest. JSpleDdid demonstrations in cake icing were given by Mesdames Patterson and Claydon, two Christmas cakes heing iced. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to the demonstrators. A competition, the best Christmas gift, made from material not costing more than 2s, was won by Mrs Patterson. game, musical parcel, was ivon by Mrs Pratt. Good business was done at the sales table. The hostesses were Mesdames Cormack, Ivye Hampton, Galletly, and Morris, and Miss Bray. Howard Hall, Arundel, was filled to overflowing, the occasion being an entertainment given by the Arundel Women's Institute. A concert occupied the first part of the evening, and was followed by supper and dancing. The following was the programme:—-Instru-mental trio, Misses McGarva and Henderson, and Mr A. White; song, Miss Ashby; recitations, Mr Hewitt; song, Mrs McKenzie; recitation, Mr Hewitt: song, Mrs McKenzie; song, Mrs Ribbs; All the items were heartily ppplauded. -Irs Williams gave an address on Women s Institutes, explaining their obA'cts and describing how the movement was growing. The second part of th«■ j programme consisted of a humorous play which caused much merriment. The |

parts were well taken by Misses Ashby and Tavcrncr, Mrs Morris and Messrs J. Hewitt, J. Worthington, and Morris. The president (Mrs Charles), who presided, carried out her duties in a very capable manner, and was given a beautiful bouquet b}' Institute members. The bouquet was presented by little Lorna Upritehard. After supper eight of tho younger Jnstituto members, who were trained by Miss Bremner, danced very gracefully two folk dances, which were much appreciated. Mrs Charles supplied the music for the dancing. Those taking part were Mrs Black, Misses Ashby, Taverner, Upritehard, McDonald (2), and Johnston (2). A competition for a Christmas cake, which was made and given by Mrs Patterson, was won by Mrs Gould. Music for the dance was supplied by Mr Kelland, Miss McGarva, Mr J. Callanan, and Mr A. Popplewell. Mr Hewitt was M.C. A large number of People attended the fortnightly social in the Howard Hall, Arundel. The prizes were won by Mis W. McDonald and Mr W. Foster, and consolation prizes were awarded to Mrs E. Johnston and Mr F. Cain. Music for the dance was supplied by Messrs Popplewell and K. Giles. Mr W. Foster was M.C. MT. SOMERS. Those present at the monthly meeting of the Mount Somers Road Board on Monday were—Mr J. R. Lockharci chairman), Colonel R. B. NeiU, and Mr E. J. Waugh. The overseer's report showed that one team had been engaged on the Ashburton Gorge roads and another in the Bushside district, | while drain cleaning and surface work, j authorised at the previous meeting, had been carried out. The clerk reported that rate payments during the past three months had shown a substantial decrease compared with those for the corresponding period last year. The bank balance showed a credit of £398 at November 30th. Tenders were opened for shingling at Barossa, that of L. Robinson (Mount Somers) being accepted. The Mt. Somers Tennis Club played a ! friendly match -with Alford Forest at the I latter's courts on Saturday afternoon. He- I suits (Alford Forest players first): — j Women's Singles——Miss flume:* 4, Miss I. Scott 0; Mrs A. Wright 6. Mrs M. I-<?e "> Mrs H. A. Saunders 4, Mrs W. Wilis 6: Miss S. Clinton 6, Mrs' W. T. Goodrich 4 ; Miss Pawsey 2, Mrs A. 11. Beckiey 6. Men's Singles—S. Pawsey 6, D. Jj ee 5; A. Wright 3, H. Morgan 6; H. A. Saunders 3. W. MeClimont 6; A. Hart 6, D. W. I-lor-ron 4; F. T. Grigs 2. W, A. H. feliarpe 6: P. Boucher J. A. Wood 6. Women's Doubles—Mi« = Can" and Mrs A. Wright 3, Miss Scott and Mrs r.ee Mrs Saunders and Miss S. Clinton 6. Mesdarnes Wills and Goodrich' 4; Misses Pawsey and T. Clinton 3. Mrs Becklcv and Miss T. Morgan 6. Men's Doubles— S. Pnwsev r;nd A. \Vvi;;!u j 0. D. Lee and ££. Morgan U IT. A. Sounder.; A. Hart 3. \V. Mc-Ciim'ont and D. W. iterron 6: K. T. Grig;- ;, n d I'. Boucher iW. fiharpe and A. Wood C. MiNCd Ix.ublos— Mi„ i'anipv unrl S. ■ lWi 'y Sr "tt r nd I). I.re «: M<- v and A. Wri-rhi 'j 1.e.. and 1' Morgan c: Mr., Saunders and H. A. ': ! S-Mrs Will W. MeClimont 6; Miss S. j _lmton and A. Hart 6. Mrs Goodrich and i

W. Herron 1; Miss Pawsey aud E. T. Grigg 6, Mrs Becklcy and W. Sharpe 3 : Miss I. Clinton and P. Boucher 1, Miss Morgan and A. Wood 6. * Totals—Mt. Somen* 16 sots, 120 games: Alford Forest, 7 sets, 87 games.