North Otago and Provincial Section

Otago Daily Times, Issue 24416, 30 September 1940, Page 9

North Otago and Provincial Section

THE OAMARU DISTRICT

FATAL BURNS DEATH OF LITTLE GIRL TRAGIC CIRCUMSTANCES On Saturday tragedy betel an Oaniaru family through the death from burns of a.little girl named Shirley Renate Mahan. aged five years. The girl lived with her parents. Mr and Mrs Robert Ernest Mahan, of 50 Greta street, and before going to work early on Saturday morning Mr Mahan lit the fire in the living-room. After her father's departure from home, the child, clad in pyjamas and a dressing gown, stood with her back to the fire The clothing caught fire, and Mrs Mahan, on hearing cries, rushed into the room to find the child enveloped in flames She wrapped a rug around the child and suffered burns on the hands and arms through putting out the flames. Dr Fitzgerald was summoned, and the tittle girl, who was very severely burned on the back face and arras, was removed to the Oamaru Public Hospital, where she died at 1.15 p.m. An inquest was opened yesterday morning before Mr A. W. Woodward. J.P (coroner); and after the taking of formal evidence of. identification, it was adjourned. KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS MAJESTIC THEATRE "Another thin Man."—William Powell •nd Myrna toy link up in "Another Thin Man,"; which -is the main attraction al the Majestic Theatre;, As pictures go, "Another. Thin Man" is in a category peculiarly-„ its won. For example,, it is actually a """-.murder" mystery, but-there • is so much comedy relief that it is hard to realise that there is a serious side to the production. William Powell himself contributes in the greatest extent to the success of the picture. In Myrna Loy he is helped by another outstanding screen personality, whose acting is second only to that of Powell. •OPERA HOUSE "The Great White Trail."—This attraction, with the locale in the frozen northwest, features the well-known singing "Mountie." Renfrew. Silver King, who can do anything but sing, assists him in getting his man. A most unusual drama, concerning < murder committed by two men, each unaware of the others crime, is the basis of the plot of Republic's " The Crooked. Road.", co-starring Edmund Lowe, Henry Wilcoxon -and Irene Hervey, and showingjat the? Opera House finally to-night. The picture .deals with the plight of an ex-criminal who has gone straight since his escape from an English prison.. PERSONAL Visitor* to the Town Queen's Hotel.—Mr J. Hood (Wellington); Mrs Brosnan, Mr R. B. Well wood Mr C. F. Hailland (Christchurch); Mr and Mrs J. M. Stewart (St. Leonards); Mrs T. Walker, Mr J. Jenson, Mr W, J James, Mr G. W. Williamson Mr Bruce Dempster, Mr Ivan Clements. Mr C. Beaumont, Mr H. Miller, Mr W Holmes Mr J. Richardson, Mr Charles Giesler (Dur> edin); Mr Downey, Mr Kitto (Omarama).

RETURNED SOLDIERS ANNUAL REUNION VERY SUCCESSFUL FUNCTION There were about 200 returned soldiers and friends at the annual reunion of ths Oamaru Returned Soldiers' Association in the Lyric Hall on Saturday night. Mi J. Tavendale (president) was in the chair: and associated with him were the Mayor (Mr L. J. K. Familton). Messrs N H Colquhoun (Dominion vice-president), A. C. Piper (secretary), A J. Kirby (Waimate). J Dungey (Hampden) A Don (Kurow), D. R. Corson (South African Veterans), and. A. F. T Munro (Omarama). The roll call showed that it was a very representative gathering, as most of the New Zealand regiments and a ' number of Imperial reeiments were represented. Mr. K. CamerOn congratulated tht local! association on the splendid gathering, and expressed gratification that the members of the Second N.Z.E.F. were .' on side " as regards pensions. It was the duty oi the association to keep the membership alive and to mould public opinion to the necessities, of the time. Mr Familton said that in the repatriation of the soldiers of this war, a different system from that which obtained after the last war would have to be adopted. Some of the returned men through no fault of their own. had been allowed to drift In many cases the trouble was due to the effects of war service, and it was useless to repatriate returned men on casual work Returned men should be repatriated on the land at reasonable values and 2 per cent, rentals, when they would make homes for themselves and gain a stake in the country. In Otago £IOO,OOO was being raised to assist Otago returned men The Government was not able to do enough for returned men. who should not have to depend on Poppy Day funds. It was more economical to put a man on his own place than to have him dependent upon a pension Toast List The following toast list was honoured : "The King"; "/bsent Comrades" ("Requiem," sung by Mr Johnson Mayfield); "The Visitors" (Mr J.F: Ericson—Messrs K. Cameron, A. J. Kirby, A. Don, J. Dungey, D. R. Corson, A. F. T. Munro); " Locai Bodies " (Mr C. J. L.- Molison—Mr L .1 K. Familton); "New Zealand Returned Soldiers' Association " (Mr de Grut—Mr N. H. Colquhoun); "Second Expeditionary Force " (Mr W. E. Shannon—Mr H. F. Maude); •'Performers" (Mr J. Ericson —Mr J, Macmillan): "Stewards" (Mr. A. C. Piper). Musical Items Very enjoyable musical items, which contributed .in no small measure to the pleasure of the evening, were contributed by Messrs R. W. Stevenson, P. McLaughlan, J. Loper.jJ Jackman, Johnson Mayfield,. A. NuttaA. A. Baxter, and E. McDiarmid. The accompaniments were played by Mr J. Macmillan. FLOWER SHOW DISPLAY AT MAHENO The Maheno Spring Flower Show in the Maheno Hall on Friday again attracted the high quality entries and keen competition for which this show is noted. The beautiful blooms, the artistry of display and the skill of exhibitors in needlework and baking were subject to many complimentary comments, and generally the display was. well calculated to stimulate the interest of horticulturists in the district.. The cut blooms were a fine lot, pride of place going to Mrs Weir with five firsts,, followed by S. Hunter and the Misses Dewar with four premier awards each. Others who were successful in this section were Mrs J. B. Dewar (three firsts); Mrs W, Currie, jun., Mrs H. J. Andrew; Miss S. Sinclair and Miss F. Newlands (two firsts), Miss R. Hill. Mrs Barker, Miss M. Newlands. Mrs S. Hunter, Mrs Hunter, sen., and Mrs Jackson (one first), Mrs A. S. Clark, Mrs W. Muldrew, Mrs R. Chalklin, Mrs A. Mcintosh. Judeth Wootton, Mrs W. Newlands, Mrs H. Williams and Mrs Cox. dom,' at 5 p.m. "'",'"' The decorative classes were very representative, Misses M. and B. Dewar and Miss F. Newlands all gaining three firsts, with Miss M. Dewar also securing three ■seconds and a third. Mrs S. Hunter gained two firsts, and Mrs Newlands and Mrs Marker were also successful exhibitors. The children's classes in this section were of excellent quality^:".those gaining awards being Judith Wootton, Kathleen Andrew, Naomi Andrew, Andrew Paton, Hazel Price, Noeline Muldrew, G. MacVean. Stanley Caldwell, Joan Milne, Betty Bowman, and Dulcie Davidson. An attractive lot of needlework was displayed, the honours going to Mrs A. G. McKay with four firsts and four seconds, followed by Miss D. Kirton and Mrs Kirton with three firsts each. Mrs G. Clark (two firsts), and Mrs R. Chalklin, Miss M. A. McLeod, Miss R. Hill and Miss Jackson, all with one first. The children's exhibits in this section were also of high merit, the successful ones being D. Davidson, Joyce Wilson, Hazel Price, N. Andrew, B. Watson, Betty Bowman, Joy Bedford, Tex Muldrew, Nata Bedford, Gordon Rapson, A; Price. O. McCone, S. Jackman. B. Stevenson. Rex Doyle. R. Bedford, J. Wootton, H. Davis, L. Stevenson. N Wilson, Jocelyn Barker, Joan Milne, Reta Robertson; Brian Lindsay, and K. Andrew. In baking. Mrs Chalklin and Mrs Weir shared the honours with four firsts each, and Mrs Milne was close behind with three and Mrs Cox with two. Other successful competitors were Mrs W. Muldrew, Mrs Price, Miss M, Muldrew. Miss V Currie (one first). Mrs Barker, Miss M. Newlands, and Mrs Livingstone. The prominent competitors in the children s classes cf this section' were N. Muldrew, D. Davidson, B Bowman. H. Price. J. Livingstone, and A. Paton. COMMUNITY SING AIR FORCe"*QUEEN FUND The 4ZB community sing in the Opera House on Friday next is being looked forward to with a great deal of pleasure, and it is confidently anticipated that there will be a packed house The sing will be conducted under the auspices of Oamaru Toe H. and the proceeds are for the Air Force Queen Fund. The 4ZB performers have prepared an outstanding programme of music and mirth for the Oamaru audience, and they will be assisted by Hawaiian dancers with electric guitars. Cheerios will be accepted for broadcasting at a minimum charge of 2s 6d Cheerios and cash should be sent to Mr A Bloch. Bayview. Wharfe street, Oamaru. Gifts of goods for auction during the sine will be gratefully received, and may be left at Adam Mackay's or the Opera House. Contributions in cash may be telephoned to the sing by ringing No 1555. and these gifts will be acknowledged over the air Booking Is free at the Bristola. the admission charge for dress circle and orchestral stalls beina 2s. The members oi the 4ZB partv making the trip to Oamaru are Messrs M. Bullivant (station manager) Lionel Sceats. Barend Harris J McFarlane fsong leader). " Spud " Murphy. Ted Heaney M. Marnett. and Miss Rita Holmes. MINIATURE RIFLES OAMARU LADIES' CLUB The Oamaru Ladies' Miniature Rifle Club concluded the season's activities last week, when the patron of the club (Mr Jas. McDiarmid), assisted by the president (Mrs Nimmo), presented the trophies as fol'ows: Club Championship (Lane Cup), Miss B. Marshall 1, Miss E. Rusbatch 2; McDiarmid Handicap Cup, Miss J Lindsay 1, Miss Joyce 2; Mrs Nimmo s trophy, Mrs ML Thyne; Miss E. Rusbatch s trophy Miss Joyce; Mrs Thyne's trophy, Miss J Lindsay;' Miss B. Marshall's trophy, Mrs Waby: Mrs Waby's trophy, Miss Peterson; Mr Kennedy's trophy, Mrs Waby, A special troohy presented by Miss H. Rusbatch to the coaches was won by Mr G Dunn with H Brant 2, and Mr E. Sinclair 3. The coaches were each presented with a token of appreciation for their services during the past season.

LAWN TENNIS | OPENING OF 'SEASON The lawn tennis season in Oamaru was opened on Saturday afternoon at the Oamaru Club's courts There was an excellent attendance, and the courts were opened by Dr R S. J. Fitzgerald (president), who expressed the hope that a successful season would be experienced. Several members of the club were serving with the military forces overseas, but the club would have to carry on until their return. ANGLING SEASON OPENING TO-MORROW So far as the Waitaki Acclimatisation Society's district is concerned, the angling season for the Kakanui River, Oamaru Creek, and the smaller streams will open to-morrow For the other rivers and tributaries, such as the Waitaki, Hakataramea, Ahuriri, Ohau, and Lake Waitaki, however, the season will not commence until October 15 The prospects for good fishing in the Kakanui appear bright, as good fish have been seen by anglers while whitebaiting, and the river is clear and in good fishing order at present. OLD MAN ASSAULTED ADMITTED TO HOSPITAL Yesterday morning Robert Hair, a retired rabbiter, aged 81 years, who lives in a hut near Omarama, was admitted to the Oamaru Public Hospital suffering from abrasions and head injuries. It is alleged that the old man was assaulted by a " swagger " who stayed the night with him. The police arrested a man at Tekapo yesterday. SHIPPING ACTIVITIES PORT OF OAMARU High Water.—September 30. 1.12 a.m. and 1.38 cm. Coastal Movements The Karu is due about Friday, October 11, to load for Wellington, Nelson and New Plymouth, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Waipiata was due to leave Auckland on Saturday, and is expected here about Saturday, October 5, to discharge and load for Wellington and Auckland, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Wainui will load on Thursday for Wellington. Napier and Gisborne. via ports. ITEMS OF INTEREST IN AND ABOUT TOWN Chinese Relief Fluid.—The sum of £SO has been collected in Oamaru for the Chinese Relief Fund organised by Miss Dorothy Robertson, and, a permit having been made available by the Minister of Finance, the money has been forwarded to China Social Afternoon.—Mrs Ewing was hostess at a social afternoon held at her residence, Five Forks, given by the six Harmony __ Sisters in honour of Mrs Ellis, who assisted and acted as accompanist at the recent concert. After afternoon tea had been served by the hostess, Miss F. McCutcheon made a presentation to Mrs Ellis, and Miss A. Muldrew returned thanks to Mrs "wing for her hospitality, Kauroo Hill Social* Club.—ln a tabl? tennis match at Kauroo Hill recently the Waiareka Club defeated the Kauroo Hill Social Club The visitors were given a welcome by Mr A Ellis (president) and an enjoyable dance followed, with Mr , Ellis as M.C., to music supplied by Misses D. Elliott. P. Mclnerney and L. Newlands. Miss N. Dowthwaite and Mr W. Mcintosh were the winners of the Monte Carlo waltz „ Patriotic Gala.—The Retailers' Committee heartily supports the request of the Gala Committee that business premises should be closed all day next Saturday Gala Appeal.—The street appeal made in Oamaru on Saturday through the sale of badges for the monster patriotic gala next Saturday resulted in a collection ot £lll 16s 2d for the Air Force Queen fund. GOLF FOUR-BALL BOGEY MATCH Three pairs tied for first place in the Four-ball Bogey Match held by the North Otago Golf Club on Saturday afternoon. The best cards were as follows: A. Mcßeath and W J. Mcintosh 4 up, G. J. Sceats and F Crimp 4 up. F. S. Milnes and R Mathieson 4 up, L, V. Bryant and J Houghton 3 up H. Hall and J. Mcllroy 1 u». J. Watson and M. S. Holmes I up, A Forrest and N McQuade all square. L. McCallum and A Miller 2 down, R B. Nichols and H R Domigan 2 down, W. Christie and 3 I McEwan 3 down, C, Riekman and W Wfddowson 4 clown. Philpott and A. R Edmenson 4 down, E. McKelvev and G. McLeod 4 down, R. Bradley and Blacklow 7 down. E. Fraser and J B. Calnan 8 down. Women's Club The best cards returned in the Orbell Memorial Match last week were as follows: Mrs Preston 107—34—73, Miss McQuade 101—24—77, Mrs Walton 107—30 77. A foursome will be played on Wednesday, the draw for which will be posted at the club house HOCKEY WALKER AND HALL SHIELD For the first time since its inception 10 years ago, the Walker and Hall Shield hns been won by an Oamaru team, Oamaru defeating Thistle (Ashburton) on Saturday by 3 goals to 1 Early in the game Thistle was awarded a penally goal, and the half-time score was Thistle I, Oamaru nil, In tlie second spell goals were scored for Oamaru by I. Sherwin, E Sherwin and I, Whitburn, making the final score: Oamaru 3 goals, Thistle 1. After the match the trophy was presented by Mr W. G. Hawkie (president of the South Canterbury Association) to I. Sherwin (captain of the Oamaru team) The referees were Messrs R. Arnott (Oamaru) and A C Vincent (Ashburton).