LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Pukekohe & Waiuku Times, Volume 6, Issue 283, 12 June 1917, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

For the best selection of dependable footwear at cut prices, you cannot beat King's Boot Store.—Advt.

Particulars of the entry so far received for the special sale of horses to be held at Pukekohe on Monday next by the New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company will be found in an advt. in this issue.

Messrs W. J. King and J. D. Chalmers, estate and commission agents of Waiuku, advertise that they will be pleased to undertake business for clients and that such will receive their personal atten ion.

Shareholders of the New Zealand Farmers' Co-op Bacon and Meat Packing Company Ltd., whose applications for {-hares reached the Company prior to April last, are to receive a supplementary payment of Jd per lb on the pork supplied during the season as from October.

Mr H. Barnaby, the well-known butcher, of Waiuku, had on view last week at his business premises the carcase of one of the largest heifer.?, if not the largest, ever killed in the district. The heifer, a 4-year old, was bred by Mr F. Hull, Otaua, and fattoned by Mr Eber Barriball, on his farm (Bartlot's). The beast, when dresseil, weighed 87'> lbs, ami was inspected by a large numhor of farmers ami others.

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OTAHUHU [The Otahuhu Ag*ut for " The Times" is Mr Bathe, from whom copies of the paper mav be ordered. Mr Bathe is also authorised to receive advts. and printing orders on our behalf. | FIRE BRIGADE CONCERT In the concert organised by the Otahuhu Fire Brigade in aid of the Y.M.C.A war appeal fund and held in the Public Hall on Friday evening last local residents once again showed that they are ever ready to support a deserving cause, the building being thronged to overflowing. Headed by the Ellerslie Town Band the Fire Brigade marched in procession from the school corner to the Hall where selections were played outside by the Band. Proceedings opened at 8 o'clock by the audience singing the National Anthem, after which the Mayor, Mr A. McDonald, gave a brief addrew. He stated that he was gratified to see such a large gathering. Otahuhu had done much for her fighting sons, but there was still much to be done and the residents should be prepared for greater efforts so long as the nation was at war. There was a great necessity for the Patriotic Committee and he was pleased to state that they were a real live body. Several efforts had been made. The Foresters' concert realised £35, the Oddfellows' effort £3O, and the Patriotic Gift Auction £l9B. In conclusion, he stated that he hoped to do a little himself before long in the matter of patriotic work. The organising and secretarial arrangements wera most efficiently undertaken by Mr H. Thornton and it was largely due to his efforts that such a marked success waschroricled.

Mr J. Gillies, whose efforts are always untiring and who does not spare himself to make a success of the various gatherings with which he is connected, proved a most able stage manager. The Otahuhu Orchestra opaned proceedings and were received with rounds of applause. Otahuhu's established favourite, Miss Fisher, received an ovation on her reappearance, her rendering of "Last Night'' securing an encore, and she was presented with a handsome bouquet of roses. Master F. Kemplay sang "The House Upon the Hill" with good effect. Mr Jack McKenna, who has a fine tenor voice, rendered "Take a pair of Sparkling Eyes," for which he received a recall. Mr R. Casey pleased the audience with his sporting monologue " The Groom's Story." A very pleasing number, "Mother of Men," was sung by Miss Rosie Tremain, who was the recepient of a beautiful bouquet. Mr Jack Copas, a juvenile, made his fust appearance in Otahuhu and was well received, his best item being ' The Ship that's Bound for Blighty." Mr Frank Woods was again in evidence and made a great hit in his comic item "The New Otahuhu Borough Council," written by the local composer, Mr J. Gillie*. Mr Woods w.i 3 presented with a boquet of vegetables, which he stated was very acceptable, he being a married man with a large family. Other items were: "Clog Dance," by Mr E. Eyres; "Highland Reels," by Misses McDougall (2), Campbell and Scott; duet and dance, by Miss Brown and Mr Noton. At the conclusion of the entertainment a sale of baskets was held, which realised £B.

The takings at the door were very considerable, but as many tickets are still out the exact total is not to hand.

Capt. J. Wilson, Otahuhu Fire Brigade, thanked all who had attended and stated that the N.Z. Fire Erigades Association were doing all in their power to help in the good work of raising funds for wounded Boldiers. The Otahuhu Brigade were determined not to be left behind in the matter of assisting in that great work and they were ever ready to lend a helping handto such a deserving cause. The Hall was then cleared for dancing which was engaged in until 2 30 a.m , music being supplied by the Otahuhu Orchestra.

FOOTBALL MATCH On Saturday lastaßugby football match was played at Otihuhu, the contestants being teams representing the Whangarei and Westfield Freezing Works. The contest was a sequel to a challenge issued by the Whangarei workers a few weeks ago. Mr Woods, an old identity of the football world, acted as referee, and carried out his duties satisfactorily. From the kick off Whangarei took the ball smartly to Westfield's quarter and from the first few moment's play the locals looked like going down to their northern visitors A scrum was given, the result of a knock on, Whangarei getting the ball. McLeod, who had possession, put ia a fine drop kick making the first score. Whangarei 3, Westfield 0 For a few minutes loose play followed. Then the game centred, but a rush by the visitors brought phy back to local's quarter. Kendall, for Westfield, kicked from a mark, finding the line in the visitor's twenty tivo, from the throw in , Whangarei got possession taking the ball well down the field making the outlook dangerous, but th* position was relieved by Harri?, who, by a good kick, found the line in the Whangarei twenty-five. From the throw in the visitors offended and out of the scrum Whitelaw crossed |

the line, but Rogers failed to convert, the sooro thus standing 33. WestIh'M next was awarded a froe kick which Hodge liailed to land, and the whistle went for half-time with the m'oiv 3 all. When play was resumed fresh interest was son aroused by a solid rush down held by the Weitfield | men, only to be stopped by the ! Whangarei backs, who played a solid game. After a succession of kicks West field claimed a mark and j

Ryan landed, this giving West Old the advantage by 3 points. Play hovered round midfield for some time until Tankard (Whangarei) took the ball but missed a scoring chance from the scrum. Farrelly relieved the position but only for a short lime for a rush by Whangarei brought play back to the locals' twenty-five. Pitman was awarded a mark but overran from the scrum. For some time the visitors were hard

pressed until a mark claimed by the northerners relieved the pressure. By smart following up they were able to make the scores even, the kick failing. Time was called wfth the score 6—6.

Mr Wells, in a short address after the match, humourously expressed regret that the visitors had not been vanquished. Much praise is due to "Dutchy." who was responsible for invaluable barracking and without his encouragement the locals must have lost.

It is likely that in the course of a few weeks a team will be selected to travel to Whangarei to play a return match.

PATRIOTIC "AT HOME." Under the auspices of the Otahuhu Women's Patriotic League, an "At Home" was held on Saturday, June 2nd, in the Parish Hall. There was a large number of guests present, including Mrs Gunson (Mayoress of Auckland) and Miss Spedding (Hon Bec. of the A..W.P.L). Both ladies gave most interesting accounts of patriotic work in the Province. The Mayor of Otahuhu presided and the following contributed items, viz : Mesdames Andrew and Fraaer (pianoforte duet), Bev W Slade (violin solos), Miss Galloway (songs), Mr Rouse (song), Miss L Spedding (recitation), Mr and Mrs Rouse (vocal duet). Mr Shelton kindly acted as accompanist. The hall was tastefully decorated by members of the Girl's Friendly Society with salvias, ferns, and palms and a plentiful display of bunting. Afternoon tea was served during the proceedings. The thanks of the League are heartily given to those gentlemen who so ably assisted them.

The death oocurred at Otahuhu on Friday last of Mr John C. Morrin. The deceased, who was 86 years of age, was for several years in business as a grocer and wine and spirit merchant in Queen street, Auckland. On retiring from business some years ago he settled in Otahuhu where he resided until his death. He is survived by his widow and seven adult children, Mr Vincent Morrin, one of his sons, being on active service.

The usual fortnightly meeting of the Otahuhu Borough Council is to take place on Thursday next. At the Auckland Police Court last Wednesday Edwin C. 3. Gollan admitted having been disorderly while drunk at his home, in Church street, Otahuhu, on Tuesday night, and having broken his prohibition order. His wife thought she could get along without him, and he was committed to Rotoroa Island for twelve months.

A meeting of representatives from the Band, Foresters and Fire Brigade was held at the Bandroom last night when a committee was formed to organise a benefit concert for the widow of the late Mr T. 0. Fitzsimmons. It was decided to hold the concert on Wednesday, July 4th.