QUEEN CARNIVAL

Otago Daily Times, Issue 24422, 7 October 1940, Page 9

QUEEN CARNIVAL

SPORTS OLYMPIC GALA ON CALEDONIAN GROUND SUBSTANTIAL SUM RAISED What was probably the biggest crowd that has been seen on the ground for some years witnessed the sports gala held on the Caledonian Ground on Saturday afternoon, and as a result of the effort the funds of the Army and Navy Queens will benefit to the extent of approximately £175. The length and variety of the programme was a tribute to the work of the committee responsible for the arrangements, and so wide was the range of amusements offered that from 1.30 until after 5 o'clock there was something to keep the spectators entertained. Not a little of the success of the afternoon. moreover, was duo to the willing co-operation of the various sports bodies and firms in the city, while the gatekeepers and other workers played their part by giving their services voluntarily. The feature of the gala was a Rugby match between teams drawn from players in the local women’s hockey and basketball competitions, and when at 3 o'clock sharp the 30 girls filed out on to the field looking very workmanlike in their footballers’ jerseys and shorts, the crowd gave them a rousing reception. After the game nad been in progress for a few minutes the spectators, probably prepared for a burlesque. found themselves—no doubt to their surprise—witnessing what was a very fair exhibition of Rugby and a match that was entertaining and full of incident. There have certainly been poorer First Grade games seen,in Dunedin, and some of the tackling and passing, not to mention the vigour the forwards put into their work in the scrums, would not have shamed players in the Rugby Union’s senior competition. And there was a place kick taken from about 40 yards out by a stalwart young Amazon which just fell snort of its jpark, and which would have done credit to Trevathan himself. The hockey girls won by three points to nil, the result of a clever dummy and a run of about 30 yards by the team s nuggety full-back. The referee was Mr R. McKenzie, who at the conclusion of the game was enthusiastically “scragged” by the teamo and carried off the field on a stretcher. The Army and Navy Queens. Misses Airini Grennell and J. McLennan, visited the ground during the afternoon and were presented with bouquets by little Miss Sonntag, aftei which they took the salute from a special dais, as a spectacular parade of eight teams of girls representative of various business houses in the city filed past. Next to the football match this, perhaps, was the most popular event on the programme, A gymnastic display by pupils of the Otago Boys High School, under the direction of Mr J. P. Northey, a basketball match between women players and a team from the Rugby Referees’ Association, a hockey match between Pirates and Southern, in which the players were attired in women's costumes, a burlesque committee race, an exhibition of tent erecting by boys of the King’s High School, and a lengthy sports programme were other items which helped to fill in a thoroughly entertaining afternoon.

The following were the results of the athletic events:—

75 Yards Boys (under 12): I. Page (St. Clair) 1, J. Browett (St. Clair) 2, G. Henderson (Mornington) 3. . 75 Yards, Boys (under 14): R. Dermott (Macandrew Intermediate) 1, T. Howley (M. 1.) 2, I. Fraser (Macnndrew Intermediate) 3. 50 Yards. Girls (under 12): P. Breen (Anderson’s Bay) 1, O. McLauchlan (St. Clair) 2, V, Walker (Anderson’s Bay) 3. 50 Yards, Girls (under 14): H. Smith (Musselburgh) 1, J. McKenzie (Forbury) 2, J. McCulloch (Musselburgh) 3.

Secondary Schools’ Relay; Otago Boys’ High 1, King’s High 2. Christian Brothers 3.

300 Yards Secondary Schoolboys: C. Gallagher (Christian Brothers) 1, J. V. Ingram (Otago Boys’ High School)) 2, T. C. Timpany (Otago Boys’ High School) 3.

220 Yards Secondary Boys: T. C. Timpany (Otago Boys’ High School) 1, A. G. M. Passmore (Otago Boys’ Hipu School) 2 N Mullin (Christian Brothers) 3.

Rugby Footballers’ Relay: Southern 1 Pirates 2. Kaikorai 3. Association Footballers’ Relay: Caversham No. 1 1, Technical Old Boys 2, Caversham No. 2 3. Committee Race: J. Brown 1, G. Barnett 2.

GARDEN FETE NAVY QUEEN FUNCTION The beautiful grounds of “ Marlnoto,” the residence of Sir Percy Sargood, in Newington avenue, were thrown open to the public on Saturday afternoon, when a garden fete was held in aid of the Navy Queen. Miss Jessie McLennan. The mere fact that the function was held in such attractive surroundings ensured its success, even without the numerous' entertainments which had been arranged to tempt the public The bright, sunny, spring afternoon brought out many people, to the majority of whom the opportunity to wander at will over the spacious lawns and among the well-kept flower beds was a pleasure in itself. Stalls laden with a wide variety or goods were set among the tall trees and beside the sweeping driveways, and competitions and rallies of all sorts were freely patronised. A willing band of helpers under the direction of Miss Theomin, who was organiser of the committee, worked hard all the afternoon, and the crowd of people at the fete was constantly reminded of the worthy object for which the function was being held. The children were well catered for with games, while pony rides proved a major attraction. One of the features of the fete was the music provided by an orchestra of 40 pupils from the King Edward Technical College, who. under the direction of Dr T. Vernon Griffiths, added considerably to the success of the afternoon. Their playing was of a high standard. The fete was attended by the Navy Queen. Miss McLennan, and the Mayor and Mayoress. Mr and Mrs A. H. Allen. The financial result should be excellent. as the public responded freely to the many attractions which had been provided for their amusement and entertainment. GALA AT MOSGIEL A gala day was held at Mosgicl Recreation Ground on Saturday afternoon and evening, and a substantial sum was raised for the Air Force Queen’s fund. The local bands provided music, and many enjoyable novelties were included in a long programme. Saturday had been arranged as opening day for the Taieri Cricket Club, and this was embodied in the afternoon’s events. Carried out in perfect weather, the opening augured well for a successful season. A fancy dress parade, headed by the bands, marched along Gordon road to the Recreation Ground. The principal attractions were three matches —hockey, Rugby, and Association football. The Taieri Ladies’ Hockey Club played a team from the dir force base at North Taieri. the result being a draw—-2 goals each. Mrs Snow was referee. Taieri past players joined in a Rugby footmal] match with a team from the air force, Taieri winning by 8 points to 3. Mr Bert Olliver was referee. Mosgiel Association team was pitted against “ the rest of Otago.” This match ended in a draw. Mr Smith was referee. An attractive portion of the afternoon’s programme was the fancy dress parade and decorated bicycles, tri-

cvcles, and prams. The Mayoress (Mrs Hartstonge) was the judge, and made the following awards: —Best decorated pram, Dorothy Jones 1, Joy Scott 2; decorated tricycle, Kathleen Carter; decorated bicycle, Una McMillan; fancy dresses (under five years), girls, Allison Campbell 1, Lorraine Dyer 2; boys, Charlie Spain 1: five years to nine years, Moira Finnie 1, Ruth Oliver 2; toys, Warren Campbell 1, Teddy Brown 2; over nine years, Noelme Campbell 1. Audrey Edmonds 2; boys, John Ritchie 1. lan Gamble 2. In the evening a, fairly large crowd again assembled in the Recreation Ground, where entertainment was provided by a band of vocal and instrumental artists, who gave their programme from a lorry, representing a stage. Good business continued to be done at a stall and “chocolate alley.” A dance followed in the football pavilion.

CHILDREN’S PARTY There were about 200 children, most of whom were in fancy dress, and a number of adults at the children’s party in the Concert Chamber of the Town Hall on Saturday afternoon. The entertainment was conducted by the committee of the Navy Queen, and, as a result, the funds benefited by about £2O. To the enthusiastic patrons, however, this was ot small importance, and the organisers, having recognised this fact, set themselves the task of entertaining their guests. The result was highly satisfactory to all concerned, and it is doubtful if the Concert Chamber has ever contained a happier or noisier gathering. The main feature of the programme was the fancy dress parade, the prize awards for which were judged by “ Peter,” of 4ZB. Costumes were as varied as they were numerous, and probably even the wearers could not have told, in some cases, just what they were representing. The judge's task was no easy one, but, after the grand parade, the first prize was awarded to Betty Farquharson. There were so many other costumes of note, however, that special awards had to be made, and these included the following:—Kathleen Mutimer (Army), Gwennyth Gorton (Navy), and Noreen Johnson (Air Force), Dianne and Beverley More (“ Pinocchio ”), lan Kinnaird (Maori Boy), Alan Cropley (Spanish boy), and Jennifer Gore (admiral). Next of interest was the baby contest, which attracted 67 entries, including three sets of twins, who were awarded special prizes. The other awards made by the judge. Miss Esplin. assisted by Mesdames McGill and Stevenson, were as follows: —Under nine months: Girls. Pauline Milburn 1, and Noeline Gardiner 2; boys. Willis Browne 1, and Geoffrey Pearson 2. Over nine months: Girls, Gaynor Wilson 1, Yvonne Hancock 2; boys. Ross Johnston 1. and Lindsay Ruston 2. Qbmes were organised and refreshments were generously provided, and items were given by pupils of Miss Muriel Eagar. Mrs Kirk-Burnand was the pianist, and the organisation was controlled by Mrs Hanvey, and the assistants included Messrs Mclvor and Glengarry. Mr Begg was M.C. ARMY QUEEN DANCE Several hundred Territorials from local camps were present at the weekly Army Queen Dance, which on Saturday night was held in both the Main Town Hall and the Concert Chamber. Modern dancing to the music of Mat De Laney’s Radio Rhythmics wag held in the tastefully-decorated main hall, and old-time dancing in the Concert Chamber, where the music was supplied by Wright’s Orchestra. Vocal items were given by Miss Daphne Jordan. Messrs Arthur Waller, and James McFarlane. Queen Airini was present at the dance, and with her was an official “Army ” party. It consisted of Lieutenant-colonel S. G. Secular and Mrs Secular, Major J. G. Jeffery and Mrs Jeffery, Mrs Dora Smeaton, Mrs D. A. Solomon and Mr R. S. M. Sinclair. Queen Airini gave a short speech, and mentioned that her princesses would be presented at next Saturday’s Army dance.