North Otago and Provincial Section

Otago Daily Times, Issue 24410, 23 September 1940, Page 11

North Otago and Provincial Section

THE O AMARU DISTRICT

RUGBY FOOTBALL TOWN BEATS WAIMATE MARGIN OF ONE POINT There were several alterations in the Town team which played Waimate Subunion at the Show Grounds on Saturday, but nevertheless it won an interesting game by 12 points to 11. There were only a few spectators at the ground, but those who did attend were provided with a game in which both sides endeavoured to play fast, open football. Waimate started ofE briskly, and in the first few minutes Hattersley opened the scoring from a passing rush. Easton equalised soon afterwards with a penalty goal, and then Greaves broke through to the line, for Borrie. who was handy, to score, Easton adding the major points to make the score: Town 8, Waimate 3. Twaddle charged down several kicks, and Easton was prominent in joining up with passing movements, he and Gillies being associated in a brilliant scissors movement, which just failed to bring results. H. Bryce scored Waimate's second try through following up smartly, and Easton, whose kicking was a feature of the game, " potted " a fine goal. The half-time score was: Town 12, Waimate 6. In the second half Waimate secured a better share of the ball from the set scrums, and Laurenson set his backs going frequently The ball, however, seldom went past the five-eighths. Harrison was outstanding in the line outs, and sent the ball back to Hammill, but Town threw away many chances through faulty handling. In addition, the Waimate forwards bustled their opponents into mistakes. The only score in the second spell was a try by Laurenson, who supported Lundy tn a break-through. Lundy converting. The final score was: Town 12 points. Waimate ... 11 points. Mr J. Macmillan was the referee. Curtain-raiser. The curtain-raiser was provided by Referees v. Post Office, the referees winning by 9 points to 4. Gardiner, J. May, and Gleeson scored tries for the referees, and Collins potted a goal for Post Office. KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS MAJESTIC THEATRE "The Star Maker."—Bing Crosby returns to the screen in " The Star Maker," which heads the current programme at the Majestic Theatre. Based on the career of the famed showman, Gus Edwards, the picture casts Crosby as a penniler., song writer who is convinced that he has a real future in the show business. It takes Crosby through all the highlights of Edwards's career; shows him succeeding with shows, rebuffed by the Gerry Society for having children perform after 10 o'clock, and finally trying to win success on the radio. A good supporting cast includes Louise Campbell, Ned Sparks, Laura "Hope Crews, Walter Damrosch, dean of symphonic conductors, and Linda Ware, the sensational 14-year-old singing discovery. The picture is replete with song, with Bing Crosby singing such Gus Edwards favourites as "In My Merry Oldsmobile," " School Days," " Jimmy Valentine," and many others. He also sings four "new hits by Johnny Burke and James V. Monaco, including "An Apple for the Teacher" and "A Man and His Dreams." Linda Ware sings many songs, old and new. Louise Campbell is cast'as a girl who helps the matron of an orphanage, and finally consents to marry Bing. OPERA HOUSE " BlackwelPs Island."—For the first time the well-nigh incredible conditions which existed in New York's city gaol before they were exposed in 1934 are vividly depicted in Warner Brothers' sensation-packed drama " Blackwell's Island," starring John Garfield and Rosebinary Lane, showing ••"at the 'Opera House to-night; "Blondie on •■a.- Budget.''—The funniest of the comedies'based on Chic Young's strip, " Blondie on a Budget," will be shown at the opera- House to-night finally. Penny Singleton, Arthur Lake, and bab" Larry Simms play the Dagwoods again, and the episode relates the hilarious misadventures of the Bumsteads. EXCELSIOR FOOTBALL CLUB ANNUAL REUNION There was a large attendance of members and friends at the annual reunion of the Excelsior Football Club on Saturday night. Mr R. Elder (president) occupying the chair. A very enjoyable evening was spent, and congratulatory remarks were passed bv speakers on the good club spirit and the sporting qualities of members on the field. The Excelsior Club had had five, and at times six, players in the representative side. Trophies Presented The following trophies were presented by Mr Elder:—Jubilee Cup, presented by ex-players, for the most useful member on or off the field. Ivan de Jeux (a junior member); Philp Cup, for the most improved senior player, T. Robinson; Heselwood Memorial Cup, for the., most nn- ' proved junior player, Gordon Johnston. Toast List The following toast list was honoured:— "The* King V; "Absent Members" (Mr R. Elder): "North Otago Rugby Union " (Mr R. Farrant—Mr M. F. Woodward, president of the union); "Army. Navy and Air Force" (Mr B. B. Blackmore—Ser-geant-major McCurrie); "Excelsior B'ootball Club" (Mr A. Low—Mr R. Elder): " Referees' Association " (Mr S. F. Easton— Mr R. Gleeson); "Sister Clubs" (Mr W Williams—Messrs B. B. Blackmore. Old Bovs; D. Laurie, Athletic; G. Bruce, Maheno; E. Strachan, Georgetown); "St John Ambulance" (Mr R. Elder); " Tlw» Entertainers" (Mr Mulligan). Musical and elocutionary items were given by Messrs B. Scally. N. McLeod, R. Keith, L" Greaves, Tannock, G. Henderson and th" Harmonica Band. Mr G. Dorward played the accompaniments.

CRICKET NORTH OTAGO ASSOCIATION The annual report of the North Otago Cricket Association states, inter alia, that at the outbreak of the war indications were that clubs might find difficulty in fielding teams throughout the season, but the programme carried out under the auspices of the association was very satisfactory, only one club failing to field a team, and that on the last day of the season. Six teams entered for the First Grade competition, and the Union Club was to be congratulated on again winning (he Borton Cup. The Albion Club was successful in again winning the Dell Cup in the Second Grade, and was to be congratulated on defeating a strong representative Waimate team. Union was to be congratulated on gaining the position of runners-up, as the team entered the competition after the completion of the first round. Four teams played in the Third Grade Competition, School gaining pride of place. The Colts put up a splendid performance at Carisbrook (Dunedin) against the Otago colts, the match being drawn, with honours in favour of the North Otago team. The balance sheet disclosed a satisfactory position, but affiliation fees outstanding amounted to £7 7s. HIGHLAND PIPE BAND ANNUAL MEETING Mr W. Couper (president) occupied the chair at the annual meeting of the North Otago Highland Pipe Band. A review of the past year's activities showed that the band had made continued progress, due to the work of the pipe major and the drum major and the co-operation of members. Forty-nine practices and 24 parades had been held, including six Sun.day concerts in the gardens and attendances at shows, picnics, etc., which were all well attended by members. The active roll comprised a drum major, 12 pipers and 4 drummers. Drum-sergeant G. Doran and Piper D. Wilson were going into camp .for overseas service, and Drummer W. Winslade, Drummer J. Stevenson, Piper Hill and Piper Minty would be going into a territorial camp. The financial statement showed a small credit balance of £8 0s 2d. the expenditure for the year amounting to £62 8s 7d. I , , The annual report and balance sheet were adopted. Election of Officers The following officers were elected: — Chief, Mr N. C. Gilchrist; president, Mr James Gerrie; vice-presidents—Messrs W. Couper, J. Campbell and J. Main; pipe major. Mr G. Dickson: drum major, Mr L. Abernethv; senior sergeant, Mr C. Cleverlv; junior sergeant, Mr J. Bradley; corporal. Mr G. Finnie; lance corporal, Mr G. R. McDonald: drum sergeant, Mr G. Doran; trustees. Messrs James Gerrie and R. B. Meek; treasurer. Mr W. Gillies; secretarv, Mr G. Finnie; auditors. Messrs C. J. Marshall and W. Edwards; custodian. Mr G. Finnic. General In recognition of their services to the band, Mesdames Doran, Paterson and Robertson were elected honorary life members. , * ,_ The necessity for a citizens' committee to take care of the band's financial activities was stressed, as the members time was fully taken up with parades and practice. GOLF MEDAL MATCH The North Otago Golf Club held a Medal Match on Saturday, the best net score being returned by A. Forrest, and the best gross scores by E. McKenzie and J. I. McEwan. Results: A. Forrest 95 30—65, D. McCulloch 99—30—69, K. J. Spowart 103—30—73, E. McKenzie 80—6— 74 R. Scott 91—17—74. A. B. Lane 91—17 74, B. W. Patterson 95—21—74, G. McLeod 06_21—75, E. Fraser 85—10—75, J. I, McEwan 80—4—76. S. R. Mawhinney 91— 14_77, J. Orbell 103—26—77, R. B. Nichols 82—5—77, J. Watson 92—14—78, H. R. Domigan 87—9—78, J. M. Paape 84—878. : Women's Club The best cards returned in last week's Bogey Match were: Mrs. Walton 4 down, Mrs Irving 5 down. . The draw for the Orbell Memorial Match on Wednesday is as follows: First Tee.—Mrs Ireland v. Mrs Wilson, Miss Lane v. Mrs Barclay, Mrs Mcßeath v Mrs Ewart, Mrs Burton v. Mrs Mitchell, Mrs Meek v. Mrs Smith, Miss P. Robins v. Mrs Spooner, Mrs Grater v. Mrs Walton, Miss Armstrong v, Mrs McDouall, Miss McOuade v. Mrs Gallagher, Miss Robins v. Mrs Irving, Mrs Forrest v. Miss Garrey. M'»s Williams v. Miss Shayle-George, Miss Simpson v. Mrs McEwan. M"s Hunter v. Mrs Preston. Mrs Kerr v. Mrs Murison, Miss Parker v. Mrs Watson, Miss Nicols v. Mrs Donaldson. Tenth Tee.—Miss Smith v. Miss Henderson. Miss Kerr v. Miss Maude, Miss Smith Morton v. Mrs Steenson, Mrs Yeoman, a bye. PERSONAL Mr M. C. Paterson, of the staff of the North Otago Farmers' Co-operative Association, who has accepted the position of drapery manager of the New Zealand Farmers' Co-operative Association at Rangiora, left Oamaru on Saturday. On Friday night, in St. Paul's Hall, Mr and M'rs Paterson were met by members of the congregation of St. Paul's Presbyterian Church. A copy of the " Centennial History of the Presbyterian Church " was presented to Mr Paterson by the Rev. Dr T. Paterson, together with a crystal dish for Mrs Paterson. the gifts being made on behalf of the congregation, Messrs E. D. Watts, E. C. Ferris, and J. Meldrum spoke appreciatively of Mr Paterson's services to the church during the past 17 years; first with the Bible classes, and secondly as an elder and secretary to the managers. Reference was also made to Mrs Paterson's work as convener of the Cradle Roll. The recipients suitably acknowledged the gifts and good wishes. Mr E. Cunningham (Oamaru) has received instructions to report to the Royal New Zealand Air Force station. Har.ewood, 'for training as a flighl mechanic. • '

Mr A. Ben. Fuller (assistant managing director of Theatre Management) and Mr William Burton (chief supervisor of the New Zealand Picture Supplies Company) were in Oamaru last week in connection with a contemplated scheme for considerable alterations, involving an enlargement of the vestibule and modernisation of the frontage, to the Majestic Theatre. On Saturday night the staff of the Opera House Pictures made a presentation to Mr E. T. Broker, who has been appointed manager Of Fullers' Theatres at Westport. Mr G. Ledley, on behalf of the staff, made the presentation, and referred to the courtesy and consideration the members had always received from Mr Broker. Mr Broker made a suitable reply. There was a very large attendance of representatives from all departments of the Oamaru branch of the Post Office and Savings Bank and friends at an informal function in honour of Mr A. Napier, who is retiring after 40 years service in the Money Order Department The function was held In the Queen s Hotel, Mr W. McD. Rae being in the chair. The evening was spent In cards, games and musical items, during which Mrs J B. Purcell presented Mrs Napier with a bouquet of flowers and Mr Nanier with a buttonhole. It was stated that, of Mr Napier's 40 years' service, the majority had been served in Oamaru.

Papakalo Young Farmers At the Papakaio Young Farmers' Club's meeting on Thursday night there was a good attendance of members. Mr T. A. Sellwood, instructor of agriculture, showed some very interesting films on increased production.

SAVAGE CLUB RAID ON WAIMATE A successful raid was made recently on the Waimate hapu by 44 members of the Oamaru Savage Club, under the leadership of Great Chief J. Macmillan, who was given a welcome by Great Chief B. S. Runciman (Waimate), and installed in the chair for the korero. The programme, which was much appreciated, was contributed by the Savage Orchestra under the conductorship of Brave A. Nuttall; Savages C. Campbell, W. J. Renton, Brave R. W. Stevenson, and Ex-Great Chirf McDiarmid (songs); Savage P. McLaughlan (violin solos); Paleface W. Oliver (marimba solos); Savage J. Loper (instrumental solos); Great Chief J. Macmillan, Ex-Great Chiefs R. B. Nicolls and M. J. Thyne (topical hits); Savages J. Jackman, W. Naylor, and W. Austin (trombone trios); and an address on mountaineering by Paleface L. V. Bryant. The vsltors were very hospitably entertained by the Waimate Savages. Concert r.t Kauroo Kill There was a large audience at the Savage Club concert given at Kauroo Hill in aid of the Kauroo Hill Patriotic Committee's funds, Mr G. Pringle presiding. The programme was contributed by the Savage Orchestra, under Brave A. Nuttall; Paleface R. Scally and Savage C. Campbell (songs); Miss Iris Dobson (Highland fling); Savage E. McDiarmid and sons (hill-billy item); Savage J. Loper (cornet solos); Paleface J. McLean (humorous songs); Miss D. Midlemass (song and dance); Miss L. Appleby (piano-accordion solos); Savages Nuttall and Jackman (instrumental duets); Savage McDiarmid (Mexican serenade); and Paleface W. Oliver (marimba solos). A quantity of produce given by local residents was sold by auction, and realised a good sum. FORESTERS' LODGE COURT PRIDE OF OAMARU PCR Bro. O. E. Twist presided at the fortnightly meeting of Court Pride of Oamaru, at which £5 9s sick pay was passed for payment. The District Secretary advised that sick and funeral benefits would be granted, free to the wives and dependents of soldier members overseas.— The procedure already adopted of granting soldier members free membership from the date of mobilisation was confirmed. P.C.R.'s Bros. Twist, Flanaghan, V. E. Doran, jun.. and S.C.R. Bro. C. Nightingale were appointed to attend to the despatching of parcels to members serving overseas. As the secretary (Bro. J. M Hendy) was serving with the National Reserve, P.C.R. Bro. J. Flanaghan was authorised to act for him when required. The election of officers resulted as follows:—Chief Ranger, Bro. C. Nightingale; Sub Chief Ranger, Bro. V. E. Doran, jun.; secretary, Bro. J. M. Hendy; treasurer, Bro. R. Ingles; Senior Woodward, Bro. J Tavendale; Junior Woodward, Bro. J. Flanaghan; Senior Beadle, Bro. C. R. Galbraith; Junior Beadle, Bro. H. Curwood; trustees—Bros. O. E. Twist, J. Tavendale and H. Cross; auditors. Bros. W. Turvcy and H. Robertson: dispensary delegates— Bros. Doran, Turvey and Tavendale; delegates to district meeting—Bros. O. E. Twist V. E. Doran, sen., and J. Flanaghan. PD.C.R. Bro. V. E. Doran gave an impressive rendering of the " Ode to the Fallen." AMATCUF""CYCLING ROAD RACE WON BY J. McCABE A road race was held by the Oamaru Amateur Cycling Club on Saturday afternoon, from Orana Park to Pukeuri and back, a distance of nine miles. Conditions were excellent for riding, and the McNulty Cup. for aggregate points, was won by G. Aitcheson. The placings were:—J. McCabc 1, R. Boyd 2. D. Brown 3. D. McLeod 4, G. Aitcheson 5, C. Ombler 6. The fastest time was secured by L. Macrae (scr), 21min 39sec. SHIPPING ACTIVITIES PORT OF OAMARU High Water—September 23: 7.8 a.m. and 7.33 p.m. Coastal Movements The Karu is. due this evening to load for Wellington, Nelson and New Plymouth, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Wainul will load on Wednesday, October 2, for Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne, via ports. The Waipiafa is due early next week for Wellington and Auckland, via Timaru and Lyttelton. SPRING FLOWER SHOW The North Otago Horticultural Society's Spring Show, which will be opened tomorrow, is always looked forward to by the gardening and horticultural public of Oamaru. Spring flowers have a special appeal, coming as they do after the dreary months of winter.. With the congenial weather that has been experienced, the quality and quantity of the blooms is exceptionally good, and this show is expected to be one of the most successful since the society's inception. The show will be staged at the Drill Hall, and will be open to-morrow afternoon and evening. ITEMS OF INTEREST IN AND ABOUT TOWN

Air Force Queen Fund.—The North Otago Patriotic Gala Committee has received a contribution of £5 for the Air Force Queen from the pupils of Miss Marjory Armstrong's class. A collection was taken up at the annual reunion of the Excelsior Football Club on Saturday night, as a result of which another substantial contribution Is available for the fund. A successful street market was conducted on Friday by the members of the Phoenix Ladies' Bowling Club, £3O being raised. The excellent response of the public has been very gratifying to Mrs C. Ash ton and her helpers, as to date no less than £7B has been raised by this club for patriotic purposes. The winners of competitions were as follows:—Cak<3, Mrs H. M. Ewart; pyjamas, Mrs Jack Reid; pair of canaries, Miss Dawn Ashton; doll, Miss B. Crisp: cushion, Miss K, Cartwright; cushion, Mrs Sorley. Emergency Precautions.—The advertisement in-Saturday's issue calling a meeting of Weston residents to discuss emergency precautions, inadvertently stated that the meeting would be held on Thursday, whereas it should have read Tuesday, September 24. Home-makers' Club.—The Herbert Junior Homemakers' Club always produced an enjoyable concert programme, and the club's latest effort was no exception to the rule. The programme was contributed by the club members, Mabel Campbell, Helen Kroll, Marjorie Beckingsale, Reta Wilson, Betty Reid, Carrie Anderson, Nessie Boutherway, and Miss Irvine. Miss Carrie Anderson played the accompaniments, and Mrs J. H. Beckingsale was chairman. False Alarm.—The Oamaru Volunteer Fire Brigade received a call from a box at the »North End about midnight on Saturday, but the call proved to be a false alarm.

St. John Ambulance.—The following members of the St. John Ambulance Association have passed the hygiene examination held by the Red Cross Society: Misses Susan Chambers, Joyce Farr, Joan Guthrie, Helen Griffin, K. Griffin, Mary Griffin. Ina Hayes, P. Horton, Doreen King, Anneta McDonald, Mary McKeown, L. Morrison, Valmai Nicholson, Evelyn Park. Una Pile, Edna Rosie. Ella Rudduck, Olive Rutherford, Winnie Slater, and Alice Wilson. Plunket Society.—That another successful year had been experienced was disclosed at the annual meeting of the Wes-

ton-Totara-Kia Ora-Ardgowan sub-branch of (he Plunket Society, at which four new members were elected. Officers were elected as follows: President, Mrs W. Harvey; vice-presidents—Mesdames G. Stevenson, T. Gemmell, and I. Mitchell; secretary, Mrs O. Howell; committee— Mesdames B. Brightwell, A. Cox, B. Bowman, E. Beattie, G. Tait, A. Polwarth, and Women's Club.—The following officers were elected at the annual meeting of the Literary Circle of the North Otago Women's Club: Chairwoman, Miss C. Lindsay; secretary, Mrs Howard Jones; committee—Mesdames R. A. McDowell, W. Davies, W. G. Spite, Misses E. A. Harvey, D. G. Williams, and M. Will, A reading of Shakespeare's " Henry V " was arranged by Miss E. Harvey, the readers being Mesdames Spite, E. S. Stubbs, W. Davies, H Jones, Misses C. Lindsay, D. Williams, J. A. Page, W. McAdam, W. Jones, M. Will, B. Hitchcock, Patterson, and E. A. Harvey. A vote of thanks was moved to the producer and readers by Mrs R. A. McDowell.