SOUTH CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21412, 2 March 1935, Page 6

SOUTH CANTERBURY

TIMARU FARMERS' UNION Mr A. Ward presided over a meeting of the Timaru-St. Andrews branch of the New Zealand Farmers' Union yesterday. Discussing the small bird nuisance, the chairman said that last year the Timaru Agricultural and Pastoral Association thought that by the use of poison too many birds were being destroyed. As birds were now increasing, he considered that the question might again be referred to the association. A motion to this effect was carried, it being left to members of the union on the council of the association to explain the views of the branch when the matter was being dealt with. A letter was received from the secretary of the South Canterbury Hospital Board (Mr H. G. Naylor) in reply to a request that he be permitted to attend a meeting of the branch to supply members with information of the proposed building scheme. Mr Naylor said that the board had decided by resolution to adhere to its previous decision to the effect that it would be pleased to furnish the branch with such information to any delegation the union might care to send to its meeting. Mr P. R. Talbot said that it was only fair that the board should act as requested. The board was really the servant of the union as ratepayers. Mr B. E. Evans: It is the least they can do to send a representative along to us when we ask for information.

"They sent Mr Naylor along to us before when we asked for some information, and we had a very profitable afternoon," remarked Mr Talbot, adding that if the branch sent a deputation along to a board meeting it might look ridiculous. He for one would refuse to be a member of it. Mr J. J. Dickson suggested that Mr G. Dash, a member of the board, should be invited to attend. "He would explain the whole scheme to you," he said. It was decided to refer the letter to the provincial executive of the union to be dealt with. Sustenance Scheme To consider the recently-instituted sustenance scheme, a meeting called by the Timaru Unemployed Workers' Union was held on Thursday night, the president (Mr P. Wild) being in the chair. The chairman said that several complaints of the scheme had been received by the executive. Reports had also been made to the effect that men who had obtained intermittent work had had unreasonable deductions made the following week from their sustenance allowance. After discussion, it was decided to recommend that in calculating any deductions from sustenance the period be extended to two months in place of one week, and a deputation was appointed to wait on the Timaru Unemployment Board with the motion.

It was also decided: "That this meeting protests against the inadequate sustenance now being provided for men who have been taken off the No. 5 scheme, and instructs the secretary to write to all branches affiliated to the National Union of Unemployed Workers with a view to entering a combined protest to the Unemployment Board, the purpose being to have sustenance, as provided for on the Statute Book in 1930, brought into force." A motion was carried that it be suggested to the Timaru Borough Council that suitable men be picked from the ranks of the unemployed to carry out the fencing of the borough water race at 15s a day, the council to find materials and tools and the men their own transport. Lawn Tennis The following teams will represent South Canterbury against Canterbury in the annual match at Maori Park to-day:—Men, W. G. Robertson, W. E.

Renton, G. C. Reid, N. T. Satterthwaite, I. S. Mathieson, and A. E. Sandral. Women: Mrs R. Lewis, Mrs T. Cotter, Misses D. Shirtclitf, B. Sutherland, M. O'Halloran, and J. Eaton. Magistrate's Court Admitting that he had stolen a pair of shoes valued at 355, the property of some person unknown, Richard Coughlan, a labourer, was sentenced in the Magistrate's Court to-day by Messrs D. McLennan, J.P., and J. Holdgate, J.P., to two months' hard labour. On a charge of stealing a man's overcoat, Valued at £7 10s and a pair of gloves valued at £l, the property-of James Edmonston, Frank Albert Reed, aged 44, a printer, was sentenced to two months' imprisonment with hard labour, to be served at the expiration of a term of one month to which he was previously sentenced. WAIMATE Before their departure for England, the Rev. C. F. Cross, who has been vicar of Waihao parish for some years now, and Mrs Cross, were entertained at farewell socials at various centres of his parish. At Morven, Mr A. Woods, who presided, said they were all very sorry to lose Mr and Mrs Cross. Mr Cross had never spared himself in the interests of his parishioners. Archdeacon Russell (Oamaru), the Rev. A. H. Acheson (Waimate), Mr J. O'Hara (vicar's warden), and Mr J. Heath, who spoke for the Maori parshioners, all referred to the _ good work of the departing guests. On behalf of the parishioners, Mr O'Hara presented Mr Cross with a wallet of notea. At Waihao Downs, Mr Cross was again met by the parishioners from that part of the parish, where Mr J. H. Milne presented him with a cheque as a small token of esteem. Other speakers were Messrs J. O'Hara, A. H. Turner, the Rev. J. B. Kirk, Mr E. C. d'Auvergne, and Mr S. I. Fitch, all wishing Mr and Mrs Cross a pleasant trip Home.

At Waihaoranga, a large gathering of residents farewelled Mr and Mrs Cross, where they were presented with a hand-painted air cushion from their Waihaorunga friends. Mr Cross suitably replied. A visit was paid to Waimate on Thursday by the wives of the delegates to the Rotary conference in Timaru. On arrival the visitors were entertained at morning tea by the Mayor and Mayoress (Mr and Mrs George Dash) at the Savoy, and were afterwards taken on a tour of inspection of the beauty spots of the town. At the memorial to Dr. Margaret Cruickshank, a wreath was placed at the base of the statue by Mrs Ilott, wife of the district governor of Rotary. The visitors were keenly interested in thsir visit to Victoria Park and expressed themselves as delighted with the beautiful gardens and grounds.

A farewell social to Brigadier and Mrs Bear, in the local Salvation Army Hall, was well attended. From March 1, the Waimate Corps will cease to be under the charge of Brigadier Bear, it having been transferred from the Dunedin Division to the Christchurch Division, where Major Suter is in charge. Appreciation of the services of Brigadier Bear was expressed by Mrs W. Duckett, on behalf of the young people, Sergeant-Major Reeve, Deputy-Bandmaster I. Mills, Envoy Buckingham, and Major Fodmore. ORARI BRIDGE Mr F. E. South and Mr W. H. Morris have returned from a trip to Southland. Miss Markham has returned to Wellington.

TEMUKA A party of Rotarians, numbering about 50, who are attending the annual New Zealand Conference in Timaru, made a tour of inspection of the works of the New Zealand Insulators, Ltd., at Temuka. The visitors arrived in cars at the office of the works and were met by the manager, Mr A. R. Toplis, the Mayor of Temuka, Mr A. W. Buzan, and Crs. G. Hancqpc and W. H. McMillan. The Rotarians were introduced by Mr C. J. B. Norwood, a director of the company, and a delegate to the conference. The Mayor cordially welcomed the visitors. Mr F. Campbell, of Wellington, spoke in reply, and thanked the Mayor for the welcome extended to the visitors, who had looked forward to the visit. The visitors were then conducted on a complete tour of the works and the demonstrations given by the employees in the making of earthenware were very interesting. After afternoon tea had been served, Mr J. L. Salmond expressed the Rotarians' appreciation of the company;s hospitality, and said that the products were of a surprisingly high standard. Mr Norwood replied on behalf of the company. As a result of an inspection made by the executive of the Temuka Borough Council on Thursday afternoon, the foreman was instructed to have a number of leaks in the new water main at Winchester repaired. It was also decided to seal temporarily the intake pipe at the old headworks. The Temuka Cricket Cub's Thursday team played a drawn game with the Temuka District High School on Thursday afternoon. School batted first, compiling 118 runs (D. Mathieson 35. D. Stewart 32, Dwyer 21). Temuka replied with 49 for six wickets (Double, not out, 20). Bowling for Temuka. Brookland took three wickets for 16, and for School Stewart took three wickets for 14.

;• The Temuka Club's team for the completion of the match against High School at the Rectory to-day is:—H. Burrows, N. Salmon, R. Reynolds, B. Edwards, G. Horwell, R. McMillan, D. Stewart, L. Austin, H. Talbot, C. L. Beatson, and G. C. Tully. The Temuka Bowling Club held a progressive pairs tournament on Thursday afternoon, the winner of the skip's prize being L. G. Scrimshaw, while J. McMeekin and D. Stewart tied for the lead's trophy. The Temuka branch of the Women's Christian Temperance Union held their first meeting of the year in the union hall, Mrs W_. Hewson presiding. Mrs Roberts was elected delegate to the convention to be held in Dunedin. It was decided to hold a garden party at Mrs Elder's residence at the end of this month, and the following committee was appointed to arrange the details: Mesdames Bambridge, Douglas, Biackmore, and Smith. A song was sung by Mrs Cross, and Mrs Hewson submitted a report of the district executive meeting which was held in Timaru. The hostesses were Mesdames Hewson, Buck and Smith. J.P.A. Bro. G. Benbow presided over a good attendance at the fortnightly meeting of the Oak Leaf Juvenile Lodge, U.A.O.D. Leave of absence was granted to the A.D. and Bro. E. Jamieson. One candidate wag proposed for membership. The secretary intimated that the first match for the Mclnnes Cup would take place at the next meeting. It was decided to send a letter of appreciation to the Timaru Lodge for the hospitality extended to members at the recent visit. A.D. Bro. Mclnnes, of the Lily of Temuka Lodge, was present, and was accorded a hearty welcome. After the lodge was closed several competitions were held, these being won by Bro. R. Robins and Bro. A. King.

GERALDINE Mr J. Webb (Raukapuka, Geraldine) is spending a holiday in Christchurch. Mr W. Patrick (Cox street, Geraldine) is a visitor to Christchurch. The president of the Geraldine Golf Club (Mr G. N. Feilden) presided over a good attendance of members at a meeting of the committee. The New Zealand Golf Association advised that a scratch score of 74 had been allotted to the new course, but when it was in better playing order it would be reduced to 72. The secretary reported that the fairways had been burnt and were now in good order after the recent rains. The tees had all been completed, and the greens ■"■ ere being kept cut. The following are additional results of competitions conducted by the Geraldine Bowling Club:—Campbell Cup (handicap singles): Fourth round, G. Loach beat W. T. Turner, A. G. Malins beat A. J. Burmester, E. B. Logan beat A. G. Brown. C. Stock beat J. H. Woolhouse, C. J. MacGregor a bye. Fifth round: C. J. MacGregor beat W. T. Turner, A. G. Malins beat E. B. Logan, C. Stock beat G. Loach. Sixth round: C. J. MacGregor beat A. G. Malins, C. Stock a bye. Final: C. J. MacGregor beat C. Stock. Championship singles: Fourth round: A. J. Burmester beat J. Earl, W. McClure beat T. J. Paterson, G. Loach beat A. G. Malins, C. Stock a bye. Fifth round: C. Stock beat W. McClure, G. Loach beat J. Earl, A. J. Burmester a bye. Sixth round: A. J. Burmester beat. C. Stock, G. Loach a bye. Final: A. J. Burmester beat G. Loach. Handicap Doubles—Final: W. H. Broad and G. R. Knibb beat T. B. McKinlay and J. D. McKechnie. BURKE'S PASS The school was closed on Thursday to allow the children and their parents to join with the Fairlie District High School in their picnic to Timaru. The day was warm and fine, and the children thoroughly enjoyed their excursion.

Miss Grieve, Christchurch, is staying with Mrs J. Ballantyne. ' Miss C. Bramley, North Auckland, who has been staying with Mrs G. W. Parkyn, the School House, has left to stay with Mrs W. E. Judkins, Oamaru. She will later stay with friends in Christchurch and Wellington.