NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22987, 16 September 1936, Page 10

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

(FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT)

MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING KYEBURN D WINS SHIELD The results of. the fourth and final round • of the North Otago Times Shield competition are as follows, the teams being given in their proper order* —* Kyeburn D.—S. C. Pearson 73, E. W. Strode 67, D. Dickson 70, N. Ellis 72, J. M. Griffiths 72—354; handicap 38— 392; previous score, 1179—1571. Oamaru D.—E. Taylor 75, I. Swmard 78. J. Caldwell 78, H. Brant 76, A. North 77—384; handicap 11—395; previous score 1171—1566. Weston B.—E. Laney 76, V. Barker 77. B. Brightwell 79, K. Falloon 75, L. Park 77—384; handicap 10—394; previous score 1164—1558. ' Weston A.—W. Falloon 75, H. Stevenson 78, A. Howell 78, A. M'Naughton 73, G. Campbell-78—382; handicap 4 386; previous score 1171—1557. . Totara A—D. Marshall 80, D. Seaton 74, J. Richardson 73, C. Burgess 76, S. Taylor 70—373; handicap 13—386; previous score 1171—1557. . Oamaru B.—J. Dodds 74, W. Munro 76, J. Dunn 79, T. Kennedy 75, J. Leslie 74—378; handicap 17—395; previous score 1162-1557. ' •„■*.'. Maheno A.—H. Arbuckle 71, J. Clark 77, L. Dougherty 75, E. Sinclair 75. .D. Yorston 76—374; handicap 17—391; previous score 1155--1556. _ ' Ranfurly P. Kearney 74, J. Davies-70. D. Lonie 75, J. E. Kearney 77, W. Pringle 76—372: handicap 14— 386; previous score 1169—1555. Weston Campbell 75, L. Campbell 71, W. Sewell 75, W. Cottingham 69, A. Harvey 74—364: handicap 17— 390; previous score 1164—1554. Volunteers A.—S. Robbie 75, H. M'Lardy 75, R. Jackman 76, T. Koppert 74, A. Smith 78—378;/handicap 17 —395; previous score 1159—1554. Totara 8.-W.. Smith 75, S. Wilson 75. M. Sinclair 78, A. Richardson 74, D. Clark 71—373; handicap 15—388; previous score 1166—1554. . Awamoko A.-A. Gibson 74 W. Gibson 73, L. Willetts 77, J. Brunton 74, L. Brunton 76—374; handicap 11—385; previous score 1167—1552. Cromwell 8.-J. C. Parcell 68, V. Sanders 76, R. Sanders 72, J. Helson 72, J. M'Kay 74—362; handicap 22—384; previous score 1168—1552. Oamaru Ladies.—Miss Brunton 68, Mrs Derinisori 69, Mrs Nimmo 72, Mrs Taylor 76. Mrs Thyne 73—358; handicap 25—383; previous score 1169—1552. Railway A.—C. Hinkley 76, G. Brightwell .76, J. Mackie 77, A. Rennie 76, C. Rennie. 79—384; handicap 6—390; previous score 1162—1552. Maheno 8.-G. Clark 74, T. Gould 73, A. Lindsay 74, H. Rapson 73, W. Stringer 70-360; handicap 21—385; previous score .1166 —1551. Ranfurly. D.—R. Weir 74, R. Carruthers 71, H. Carson 72, G. Gilbert 74, A. Cromb 72—363; handicap 28—391; previous score 1160 —1551. _ Kurow ■ 8.-B. T. Appleby 69, E. Christiansen 75. G. Donald 75, J. Jackson 73. F. Todd 71—363; handicap 23 386; previous score 1164—15507 Oamaru A.—E. Sinclair 74, E. Roney 72, G. Dorah 73, H. Koppert 76, J. Robertson 76—371; handicap 14—385; previous score 1164^-1549. Ranfurly A.—A. H. MacDonald 73, J. C. Kearney 76, J. I. Fraser 74 R. G. Spence 74, J. A. Cromb 76—373: handicap 10—383; previous score 1165—1548. Cromwell D.-W. Fraser 70, R. Sinclair 71, L.' Toms 64, G. Philpott n 73, R. Hughes 73—351; handicap 35—386; previous score .1162—1548. . Cromwell Ladies B.—Mrs Fraser 69, Miss N. Mitchell 73, Miss N. Shaw 71, Miss O. Gordon 73, Mrs Nicol 70—356; handicap 39—395; previous score 1152 1547 Hampden A.—O.C. Goulf 75. J. Gray 72. W. T. Ford 76. M. Gdanitz 76. D. Watson 76—371: handicap 16—387: previous score.Jl6o-T4547. „,' ■ Kawarau 73, R.. M'Donald 73. F.Gernng 78. L. Betts 69—364: handicap 16—380, previous score 1167—1547. Hampden B.—A. .Wrieht 71. Miss G. Green 74, W. Couper 72, A. Price 72. W... Nicholson \ ,74—363:" handicap 19— 382;".previous score 1165—1547: Kyeburh'B".—A."Mahri'7s, H. G. Woding 69, J. M. Crutchley 75, W. Crighton 70, A. F. Pearson 73—362; handicap 23—385; previous score 1161—1546.

Weston D—W.' Laney 74, J. Howell 75 W. West 72, L. Clarke 73. E. Beattie 74—368; handicap 22—390; previous score 1163—1543.

Pukeuri E.—l. Ambler 69. W. M'Kay 64, R. Anderson 69, R. Hooper 61, N. D. M'Gettigan 58—321; handicap 71— 392; previous score 1151—1543. Kurow A.-r.G. M. Cogger 71, 'T. Sandersr73,.F. Welsh. 74, A. C. J,,Robinson 74;;E. S. Willis 74-r-366; handicap 18—384; previous store 1159—1543. damaru C—A. J. Rudduck 76, G. Roney 72, P. Shave 73, E. G. Hender-

son 72, L. Turvey 74—367; handicap 24 —391; previous score 1151 —1542. Hampden D.—F. Hampton 76, F. Mercer 71, P. Mansell 75, S. Gillies 70, K. Gdanitz 77—361; handicap 28—389; previous score 1153—1542.

Railway C—C. Tempero 73, > J. Tempero 74, J. M'Pherson 75, C. Bennett 71, G. Wisnesky 72—365; handicap 18— 383; previous score 1158—1541. Kyeburn A.—D. Hore 76, R. P. Wilson 76, W. W. Pearson 71, R. J. Wilson 65, A. H. Griffiths 74—362; handicap 24—386; previous score 1155—1541. Ranfuriy C—A. Carson 71, A. Woods 71, P. M'Connell 73, T. K. Morris 73, P. Kane 73—361; handicap 24—385; previous score 1154—1539. Awamoko B— J. Hall 73, C. Brunton 76, J. Aubrey 62, R. Aubrey 72, G. Mills 68—351; handicap 32—383; previous score 1156—1539. Cromwell C—J. Johnstone 74, S. Olds 73, J. Benson 74, R. Wray 74, A. Brown 76—362; handicap 28—390; previous score 1148—1538. Kyeburn C—C. M. Pearson 66, A. G. Williamson 67, A. J. Strode 71, C. Crighton 69, J. L. Mathewson 67—340; handicap 35—375; previous score 1162 —1537. ' • M Railway Ladies' A.—Mrs Andrew 75, Mrs Anderson 69, Mrs Brightwell 70, Miss Wilson 73, Miss O'Donnell 74—361; handicap 29—390; previous score 1147 Maheno C—J. Currie 74, M. Caldwell 69, D. Lawson 76, J. Saville 68, G. Riddell 72—359; handicap 30—389; previous score 1146—1535 Hampden C—T. Gibson 71, HrNicolson 75, J. Joyce 74, R. M'Kewan 78, O. Turner 67—365; handicap 24—389; previous score 1143—1532. Pukeuri C.—G. Bruce 63, W. Common 67, F. M'Lay 66, T. Greer 70, R. vious score 1145—1529. ■ Cromwell A.—W. Webb 76, A. Toms 75 S. Park 72. N. Toms 72, R. Bramby 72—367; handicap 17—384; previous score 1144—1528. Kawarau Ladies' A.—Mrs R. M'Donald 63, Mrs Radcliffe 67, Mrs A. Key 75 Mrs W. Veint 76, Mrs H. Wilkinson handicap 30—375; previous SC &S"B S -W. Smart 74, W Wilkinson 60, T. Olds 73 G Stumbles 68, G. Toswell 72—347; handicap 40—387; previous score 1138—1525. Cromwell Ladies' A.-Mrs Webb 78, Miss R. Toms 69, Miss V. Campbell 74, Miss C Roberts 63, Miss I. Campbell 67—351; handicap 27—378; previous cjforp 1147—1525. Weston E.-J. Robertson 62, I. Tripp 67 S Dick 69, F. M'Kone 68, D. Copland * 67-333; handicap 34-367; previous score 1154—1521. Volunteers 8.-B. Tonkin 66, R. Hedges 75, J. Carlson 78 I. Hedges 69, D. M'Currie 72—360; handicap 20-388 388- previous score 1131—1519. Kawarau Ladies' 8.-Mrs R. Thomas 68,- Mrs A. Scott 69 Mrs "MulrooneyJO, Mrs Johnson 74, Mrs C. Betts 76-347, handicap 42—389; previous score 1130— Hampden E.-W. Gilliesi 701, J. Emslie 69, J. Aichison 67, Miss W. Watson 67, L. Kitchen 74—347; handicap 31—378, previous score 1139—1517. Pukeuri D.-G. Thompson 68 H. Hughes 74, G. Hooper 60, T, L. Isitt 60 A. Anderson 68—330; handicap 54 384; previous score 1131—1515. Pukeuri A.-W. M'Culloch 68, T. Hooper 65) T. Harrison 64, B. Easton 66, C. Allington 75—338; handicap 43—381; previous score 1133—1514. Railway Ladies' 8.-Mrs Bartley 69, Mrs Benson 64, Mrs Mackie 76, Mrs Kennedy 74, Miss Benson 63—346; handicap 39—385; previous score, 1129 1514 Awamoko C—J. Gibson 71, A. Winchester 68, J. Borrie 69, D. Borne 67, S. Hurst 70—345; handicap 38—383; previous score 1128—1511. "„•„,. _ Hampden F—J. Mansell 68, Miss D. Murcott 57, Miss I. Murray 68, Miss M. Aitcheson 71, E. Griffiths 65—329; handicap 42-T-371; previous score 1139 — Pukeuri B—W. Restall'6s, P. M'Gettigan 55, A. Stewart 65, W. Wilson 68, S. Craig 69—322; handicap 50—372; previous score 1116 —1488. Individual Handicap Competition.— J. M. Griffiths (Kyeburn) 320, M. Sinclair (Totara) 318, and V. Sanders (Cromwell) 318 shoot off for second and third places, Mrs M'Fadgen (Oamaru Railway), E. Taylor (Oamaru), Mrs Taylor (Oamaru Ladies'), I. Swinard (Oamaru), J. E. Kearney (Ranfurly), R. P. Wilson (Kyeburn), D. Marshall (Totara), L. Park (Weston), all 317, and shoot-off for fourth place. Teams Off the Rifle.—Weston A 1538, Railway A 1528, Weston B, Oamaru D, and Ranfurly A 1514, and shoot off for third and fourth prizes. Individual Off the Rifle— W.Falloon (Weston) 314, W. Webb (Cromwell) 312, Mrs Webb (Cromwell) 310, H. Stevenson (Weston) 310, A. Rennie (Railway) 310, G. Campbell (Weston) 309, J. E. Kearney (Ranfurly) 309, J. Caldwell (Oamaru) 304.

Individual Ladies Off the Rifle.—Mrs Webb (Cromwell) 310, Mrs Andrew (Railway) 299, Miss Green (Hampden) 299, Mrs Nimmo (Oamaru) 297, Mrs Taylor (Oamaru) 296. Trotter Cup for four handicaps and four off-the-rifle scores:—W. Webb (Cromwell A) 627. Mr D. Williams's Cup, best three out of four handicap.—M. Sinclair (Totara), Mrs Nichol (Cromwell Railway Ladies), J. M. Griffiths (Kyeburn), G. Carlson (Volunteers), R. Anderson (Pukeuri), I. Ambler (Pukeuri), all 80, and shoot off for trophy. ENFIELD CLUB Results of Enfield Club's weekly shoot:—Rifle button, A. H. Gibson; Handicap button, J. Kerin. Scores:—A. 11. Gibson 78—6—80, J. Kerin 77—4—80, J. Martin 75—14—80, A. Allan 76—3 79, G. Allan 74—5—79, W. Fallon 75—3 —7B, J. Gibson 72—6—78, B. Johnston 75—3—78, G. Yuill 70—8—78, K. Gibson 6 3—13 —76, N. Allan 68—7—75, W. Anderson 62—8—70. OAMARU CLUB Results of weekly shoot of the Oamaru Club:—Shoot-off for Mr G. Doran's trophy, C. Jones; Mr E. G. Henderson's trophy and handicap utton, J. Dodds: Palliser Button (off the rifle), A. North. Scores:—E. Taylor 77 —3—Bo, J. Dodds 77—5—80, E. Henderson 76—6—80, C. Jones 72—8—80, A. Bartley 72—9—80, A. North 77—2—79, R. Hinkley 76—3—79, A. Rudduck .5 4—79, T. Kennedy 74—5—79, P. Shave 73—6—79, L. Turvey 72—6—78, H. Koppert 76—1—77, J. Beardsmore 72—5—77, J. May 71—6—77, J. Caldwell 75—1—76, A. Hunter 74—2—76, E. Roney 72—4—76, J. Dunn 74—1—75, G. Doran 71—4—75, A. Dick, jun., 69—6—75, J. M'Veigh 71 _3—74, w. May 69—5—74, G. Roney 69-5-74. HEALTH STAMP CAMPAIGN A meeting convened by the Children's Welfare Association was held on Monday night to form a local Health Stamp Campaign Committee, Mr W. Kinder (president) presiding over a full attendance of representatives of local organisations and societies. The secretary (Mr H. P. S. Familton) read a report from the Post and Telegraph Department in reference to launching the campaign, and offering the fullest co-operation of the department to make it a thorough success. It was pointed out that all the monies raised in the campaign in this district would be spent in the interests of the children here. • „ Mr H. M. Patrick (chief postmaster) outlined the policy of the department in conducting the campaign. It was decided to link up with the national health organisation. Mr Patrick submitted a specimen copy of the envelope to be used in connection with the sale of health stamps, it being approved by the meeting The idea, explained Mr Patrick, was to sell five envelopes bearing twopenny health stamps for one shilling. The appointment of a secretary for the local Health Stamp Campaign Committee was held over meantime. Mr Patrick was appointed treasurer, and Mr W. Kinder delegate to the national health organisation. It was decided to ask permission from the Oamaru Borough Council to hold a street collection. The representatives of the various organisations expressed their willingness to collect funds on their own initiative. WAIAREKA SALE There was a small yarding of fat cattle, with prices showing a firming tendency on late rates. The store cattle section was well represented, and a keen sale resulted. A small number of fat sheep was brought forward, but prices remained firm. FAT CATTLE North Otago Farmers' Co-operative Association sold: For T. J. Stevens (Airedale), 1 cow £9; Mrs J. Sim (Weston), 1 cow £3 15s; Keith Mather (Alma), 1 heifer £4 10s. Bruce Christie and Co., sold: For Elderslie Stud, Ltd., 2 heifers £8 2s 6d, 3 £7. _ Dalgety and Co., Ltd., sold: For D. Stumbles, 1 cow £5 2s 6d. National Mortgage and Agency Company sold: For a client, 1 cow £7 15s; J. Samson (Kia Ora), 1 cow £7 7s 6d. Wright, Stephenson and Co. sold: For a client, 1 cow £6 2s 6d, 1 bullock £lO 2s 6d, 1 heifer £5 15s, 1 cow £3 15s. STORE CATTLE North Otago Farmers' Co-operative Association sold: For a client, 10 steers £5 17s, 10 heifers £3, 11 steers £4 2s 6d, 11 yearlings £2 2s. Wright, Stephenson and Co. sold: For a client, 6 heifers and 1 steer £3 13s, 5 steers £7 18s, 2 cows £2 9s, 2 £5 ss, 1 £3 ss. \ DAIRY COWS North Otago Farmers' Co-operative Association, sold: For C. Lory (Windsor), 1 Friesian cow £3 15s, 1 £3 ss. FAT SHEEP North Otago Farmers' Co-operative Association sold: For A. M'lntosh (Awamoa), 12 wethers 31s, 3 295. 1 hogget 23s 6d. ~„/-. Dalgety and Co., Ltd., sold: For G. Stevenson (Weston), 4 weaners 36s bd, 7 345, 9 33s 3d, 6 335, 10 hoggets 25s 6d, 15 ewe hoggets 25s Id; estate J. Geddes (Georgetown), 5 wethers 29s 3d; Mrs B. Leen (Kakanui), 1 wether hogget 19s 6d. 218 s 6d, 8 19s; A. Wilson (Otekaike), 2 wether hoggets 19s 6d, 3 18s 6d. 3 18s, 4 17s. , A The National Mortgage and Agency Company sold: For a client, 1 wether 31s 9d; a client, 7 ewes 33s 6d; J. R. Patrick (Willowbridge), 6 wether hoggets 20s, 218 s. Wright, Stephenson and Co. sold: For a client, 11 wethers 29s 3d; a client. 4 wethers 30s, 11 345. STORE SHEEP National Mortgage and Agency Company sold: For Kemp Bros. (Kartigi), 279 Romnev three-quarter-bred ewe hoggets 34s 7d, 1 20s. PIGS There was a good yarding, and slips brought from 28s to 355, best weaners 22s to 245, medium 19s to 21s 6d, and small 12s 6d to 15s 6d. Bruce Christie and Co. sold: For R. Brown (Ngapara), 5 weaners 245; W. Smyth (Ardgowan), 2 weaners 235: J. D. Hamilton (Island Cliff), 3 weaners 245: T. Jones (Kia Ora), 1 slip 28s. 2 weaners 19s 6d; A. E. Matches (Totara), 3 weaners 21s, 3 20s 6d, 220 s 6d; a client (Ardgowan), 2 weaners 15s bd, 212 s 6d: B. Rapson (Ngapara) 2 stores 35s 1 335; T. Barr (Enfield), 6 weaners 20s' 4 20s 6d; W. T. Hamilton (Totara), 2 weaners 225. 221 s 6d: H. Davis Maheno), 4 slips 28s: T. Rawcliffe (Windsor), 1 weaner 17s 6d. 1 15s 6d. GENERAL NEWS At a meeting of the executive of the Hampden Returned Soldiers Association arrangements were completed for the holding of the annual reunion on September 26. The assistant secretary was instructed to write to the secretary (Mr J. G. Dungay) and Mr J. Turner, expressing sympathy with them in their illness and wishing them a speedy recovery, and also a letter ot condolence to Mr H. Mursell in the death of his father-in-law. A very enthusiastic meeting ol the Moeraki Centenary Committee was held at Moeraki on Saturday night, Mr J. Rodman being in the chair. The reports from all the sub-committees were received, and it was evident from these that good progress was being made. The Railways Department intimated that trains would run to Hillgrove on the davs of the celebrationsDecember 26, 27, and 28. Numerous intimations were received from Auckland to Bluff that old residents of Moeraki were coming to the centenary celebrations, and plans were received and approved for a fitting memorial to be unveiled during the celebrations.

OAMARU ATHENEUM COMMITTEE

MONTHLY MEETING

At the monthly meeting of the Oamaru Athenasum Committee, Mr W. E. Judkins occupied the chair. The Oamaru Borough Council forwarded £25 towards the maintenance of the free reading room, and this was received with thanks. Accounts amounting to £3O 5s 2d were passed for payment. The librarian reported that 40 books (35 fiction) were put into circulation during the month. Six adults and 13 juveniles had joined the library and five adults left, leaving a total of 565 subscribers (465 adults and 101 juveniles). The following books were issued:—Fiction 4385, magazines 2179, juvenile books and magazines 455. travel 123, general 76, biography 69, history 47, poetry 25, science 22, theology 18;—total, 7399.—The report was received.

The Book Committee reported that 30 books were purchased on August 31, and it now recommended the further purchase of 27 books.—The report was adopted. The resignation of Miss A. M. Dunbar as librarian was received with regret, and the following minute of appreciation was passed:—" On the retirement of Miss A. M. Dunbar after nine years as assistant and six years as librarian of the Oamaru Athenaeum, we desire to place on record the committee's sincere appreciation of the excellent service she has rendered over this long period. She has carried out her responsible duties with marked efficiency and zeal. In her relations with both subscribers and committee she had been ever courteous and helpful. We have pleasure in wishing her every success and happiness in her future career." LIBRARIAN HONOURED

A very pleasant little function then took place, at which the members took the opportunity of bidding farewell to Miss Dunbar. The chairman read a telegram from Mr C. Zimmermanri, who regretted being unable to be present, and expressed appreciation of Miss Dunbar's services to the Athenaeum. Mr Judkins stated that the institute had been particularly fortunate in having Miss Dunbar for so long. He well remembered first meeting Miss Dunbar, and it was a real pleasure joining up with the institute, which had such a pleasant-mannered and courteous head to show one around. When they had a librarian who was of assistance to both young and old, then they had something to be very thankful for. He regretted that Miss Dunbar was leaving, and trusted that in her future career she would find every happiness and success. On behalf of the members of the committee and staff, he presented the guest with a handsome clock and also a copy of the minute of appreciation, as a token of the esteem in which she was held. Mr G. L. Grenfell said it afforded him great pleasure to have an opportunity of speaking. He had been treasurer of the Athenaeum during the whole of Miss Dunbar's term, and he had found her to be very efficient in regard to the clerical side of the work. Not only had she attended well to these duties, but also to other departments of the library work. During her period as librarian the Athenaeum had made great progress, and the absence of complaint had been universal. It was with sincere regret that they accepted her resignation. Mr J. M. Forrester endorsed the remarks of the previous speakers, referring to the very capable manner in which Miss Dunbar had carried out her duties. Mr W. J. Davies stated that as secretary of the Athenaeum he came in close contact with Miss Dunbar, and had always found her very capable and efficient. It had been a great pleasurn for him to work with her. and he trusted that in the future she would have every happiness. Miss Ironside (assistant) said she had found Miss Dunbar very agreeable to work with, and she very much regretted her going. Mr Judkins stated that Miss Dunbar would be also presented with a book before leaving.

In reply, Miss Dunbar thanked the speakers for their kind remarks and the committee and staff for their present. During the time she had been associated with the library she had become, very interested in the work, and she hoped that the Athenaeum would experience success in the coming years. A much-appreciated supper was then served. . THE NEW LIBRARIAN Thirty-four applications were received for the position of librarian, and Miss Gwendolyn Scott-Baker, of Christchurch, was appointed. Miss ScottBaker was educated at Rangi-Ruru Private School, Christchurch Girls* High School, and the Christchurch Technical College, passing the teachers' D examinations. For the past eight years she has been on the staff of the Canterbury Public Library, and, under an exchange si" 1 !' Jie, was for some months on the star; of the Auckland Public Library and branches. Miss Scott-Baker is thoroughly well, versed in modern library administration, and last year passed the Library Association examination (London). She has also given broadcast talks on books. PERSONAL Mr D. E. Sawers, who, after eight years as cheese maker at Massey College, has been appointed cheese grader for the dairy division of the Department of Agriculture at Auckland, is well known in North Otago. He is a son of Mr and Mrs John Sawers, of Weston, his father being the first dairy instructor in New Zealand. At the Waitaki Hospital Board meeting yesterday morning, Mr A. Sievwright tendered his resignation as secretary of the board, to take effect from March 31, 1937. Mr Sievwright will retire on superannuation, and the board decided to grant him thi'ee months' leave of absence on full pay. The board members expressed regret at receiving the resignation, and appreciation of Mr Sievwright's long and valuable services to the board over a period of 15 years, and expressed best wishes for a long and pleasant time in his retirement. A minute of appreciation to this effect was recorded, and it was decided to invite applications for the position. Queen's Hotel.—Mr M. J. Kain, Mrs D. Dunn (Wellington), Miss M. Milmine (Hanmer Springs), Miss E. Milmine, Mr R. G. Todd. Mr W. J. Watson, Mr and Mrs J. Fox, Mr J. Little.john (Christchurch), Mr and Mrs J. Shirres (Fairlie). Mr V. Dossett, Mr C. A. Robinson (Timaru), Mr D. Sharpe, Mr S. Perrins, Mr A. Hai" Mr R. Aspinall, Mr P. Dunlop, Mr E. T. Evans. 'Mr J. J. Wakefield. Mr J. W. Trewern, Mr L. Holden Mirams. Mr N. Manhire, Mr C. S. Hawes. Mr J. D. Knowles, Mr N. H. M'Mullan (Dunedin).

New Club Hotel.—Mr D. Agnew, Mr G. S. MacG,allen. Mr F. Barnett (Dunedih). Miss E. Slow (Napier), Mr H. C. Murray (Wellington), Mr D. J. Burgess (Christchurch), Mr A. E. Jones, Mr and Mrs M'Kenzie (Invercargill), Mr A. Aitken (Timaru). PORT OF OAMARU High Water.—September 16: 2.6 a.m. and 2.24 p.m. The Wainui is due at Oamaru this evening to load for Wellington, Napier and Gisborne, via Timaru and Lytlelton. The Waipahi will replace the Karu for its trip on the Wellington-Nelson-Ncw Plymouth run. Ghe is expected here about Monday, September 21. to load for Wellington, Nelson and New Plymouth, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Wingatui is bringing sugar and general cargo for Oamaru. She is due here on Monday, September 21. and after discharging will load for Wellington and Auckland, via pdrts. The Kaimai was expected to load at Westport yesterday for Lvttelton. Oamaru and Dunedin. She is due here on Friday, September 18,

PLUNKET AND REST ROOM NEW SITE SUGGESTED REQUEST TO GOVERNMENT A special meeting of the Oamaru Borough Council was held on Monday night to consider a report by Cr G. T. Gillies in connection with-the representations made to the Minister of Justice and the Commissioner of Police for the transfer to the borough of the area of land behind the court buildings and fronting Severn street for the purpose of a site for the proposed new Plunket and rest rooms.

There were present at the meeting the Mayor (Mr M. F. E. Cooney), Crs L. Macrae, G. White, F. Butterfield, A'. Wilson, G. A. Mitchell, N. H. Colquhoun, G. T. Gillies, A. E. Hodge, and K. Familton.

The site suggested appears to be an ideal one for the purpose mentioned, affording ample space and being centrally situated. It would lend itself to beautification, and with a setting of lawns and gardens in place of fences, and entrances from Thames and Severn streets, the surroundings would be very attractive indeed. Cr Gillies reported that while in Wellington, with Messrs F. Milner (Rotary Club) and C. Hedges (Plunket Society), they interviewed the Minister of Justice and the Commissioner of Police in reference to the area of land mentioned. They received a very sympathetic hearing, and the Commissioner of Police would visit Oamaru shortly to discuss the matter further. They were greatly indebted to Mr Nordmeyer, who had given every assistance possible, and Messrs Milner and Hedges had done a splendid work for the borough in their representations to the Minister.

The action of Cr Gillies in making representations to the Minister was heartily endorsed, and appreciation of his work, and of the assistance given by Messrs Nordmeyer, Milner, and Hedges was expressed, the town clerk being empowered to write to these gentlemen accordingly. There was some litttle discussion on the matter, Cr Gillies being congratulated on his efforts in the interests of the borough, and finally it was agreed that representations be made to the Police Department to ascertain on what conditions the council could acquire the land at the rear of the courthouse, including that on which the residence of the sergeant of police now stands, for a combined Plunket and rest room. The Mayor, Crs Familton, G. T. Gillies, N. H. Colquhoun. A. Wilson, G. A. Mitchell, and L. Macrae were appointed a deputation to meet the commissioner of police on his visit to Oamaru.

The Mayor said he was very appreciative of the enthusiasm shown by Cr Gillies, and hoped that they would be able to arrive at some conclusion that would be of advantage to the borough. WAITAK! HOSPITAL BOARD MONTHLY MEETING

The monthly meeting of the Waitaki Hospital Board was held yesterday morning. There were present:—Mr W. Forrester (chairman), Mesdames J. M. Forrester and T. A. Munro, Messrs J. Rodman, D. J. Ross, N. H. Colquhoun, and A. M'lnnes.

Accounts totalling £1584 16s 5d were passed for payment. The Hospital Boards' Association advised that the conference would be held at Timaru on Match 2.—Received. The Waitaki Hydro Medical Association forwarded £9 13s 9d, being contributions to August 31.—Received. The Audit Office returned the board's balance sheets duly audited and certified correct.—Received.

The resignation of Nurse E. Major from the nursing staff was accepted, the secretary being instructed to write her congratulating her on her appointment in New Plymouth, and expressing good wishes for her future. The Rev. A. H. Nordmeyer, M.P., wrote that the Minister of Education had approved of a grant enabling a special class for children to be established at the Oamaru Public Hospital.— Received.

The secretary read an advice from the Nurses and Midwives' Registration Board indicating that the State examinations for pupil nurses would be made more practical. The secretary reported that Sister Jones had resumed her duties at the Oamaru Hospital after a six months' post-graduate course in Wellington. Sister Jones had passed all her examinations with the very highest honours, and the board congratulated her on her success.

The medical superintendent of the Oamaru Hospital reported that there were 81 patients in hospital at the beginning of the month, 88 were admitted, 93 discharged, 4 died, leaving 72 patients remaining at the end of the month. The number of operations was 50, out-patients' visits 74, and daily average of in-patients 74.54. Gifts were acknowledged from Mrs H. S. Orbel! Mrs D. H. Thomson, Mrs A. Hamilton, Mrs L. Douglas, Mrs W. Anderson, Mrs Bastings, Mr D. Reid, Miss Reid, North Otago Women's Club, "A Friend." Mary Gedge, Jill Fitzgerald, J. Heal, J. Simpson, "Country Girls," R. M'lvor, Waitaki Girls' High School boarders, and Toe H. The matron of Victoria Home reported that there were >22 inmates at the end of the rnonth, 4 were admitted, 1 transferred to hospital, 3 discharged, leaving 22 remaining at the end of the month. The following gifts were acknowledged:—Mrs A. Orr (Totara). Mrs M'Pherson, Miss Banks, Star and Garter Tea Rooms, "A Friend," Mrs Rees. Members of Toe H arranged an outing for several of the old people to the Papakaio ploughing match, and transport was provided by the North Otago Automobile Association, the inmates thoroughly enjoying the trip. The matron of the Kurow Maternity Hospital reported that there were 4 patients in hospital at the beginning of the month, 7 were admitted, 9 discharged, leaving 2 remaining at the end of the month.