Province and Suburb

Sun (Auckland), Volume I, Issue 222, 8 December 1927, Page 14

Province and Suburb

> (From THE SUN’S Correspondents.) ~

BUILDING SOCIETY A FRANKLIN GROUP At the instigation of the Pukekohe Chamber of Commerce, the Northern Co-operative Terminating Building Society held a meeting at Pukekohe on Tuesday evening, enthusiastic support being accorded in the way of new shareholders. Mr. H. Curd, president of the chamber, presided. A lucid explanation of the aims, objects and working of the society was given by Messrs. J. A. Warnock, chairman, A. G. Lunn, vice-chairman, and A. E. Knowles, secretary. The following were appointed to assist in forming a group in Franklin: Messrs. H. Curd, S. P. Day, J. B. Sim, D. R. Hamilton, H. H. D. Wily, Pukekohe, and McGuire, Waiuku. DEATH AT WHANGAREI MR. ISAAC W. MOORE The death occurred at Whangarei Public Hospital on Monday night of Mr. Isaac W. Moore, a highlyrespected resident of the town. He was a Boer War veteran and had filled a number of positions in the district. As health inspector he did good and courageous work at the time of the big influenza epidemic. After relinquishing his official positions Mr. Moore has occupied a seat on the borough council and was an outspoken champion of what he considered in the best interests of the public. Ho was taken suddenly ill on Sunday morning and an operation was immediately decided upon. Little hope, however, was entertained of his recovery and he died at 10.30 p.m. on Monday. He is survived by his wife, son and daughter. OTAHUHU FIRE BRIGADE ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the Otahuhu Fire Brigade was held on Tuesday night, when Superintendent J. Wilson presided over a full muster of members. The chairman's report stated that fi.ro losses for the past year totalled only approximately £3,500. The brigade is fully equipped with firefighting appliances. The social side of the brigade is well catered for. A first-class billiard table, with all billiard and snooker accessories, has been fully paid off, as payments for services rendered by the members have been donated to the social fund, and according to the balance sheet submitted, this account has a credit of £36. Superintendent J. Wilson tendered his resignation after 14 years’ service, to take effect from December 21. In recognition of his long service he was elected a life member. The following were elected officers: Captain, E. Ander; foreman, Alf. Eustace; deput-foreman, Arch. Eustace; secretary and treasurer, K. Todd; as-sistant-secretary and treasurer, E. Viney; trustees, Superintendent J. Wilson and Fireman J. Mclvor. PAPATOETOE BAND MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE At the meeting of the Management Committee of the Papatoetoe Town Band, held on Tuesday night, Mr. A. W. Hall, president, extended a hearty welcome to Mr. De Clifton, the re-cently-appointed bandmaster. His remarks were endorsed by other members of the committee, and Mr. De Clifton suitably replied. It was decided that the band render a musical programme in the grounds of the Papatoetoe Orphans’ Home on December 18, the proceeds to go towards the children’s Christmas cheer fund. The residents will be awakened early on Christmas morning, when the band intends to tour the district carolling, and it was decided to play out at some of the popular beaches during the summer months, commencing ea£ly in the New Year. Crs. Arlington, de Montalk and Wills expressed appreciation of the good services of the brigade.

MINER INJURED ACCIDENT AT ROTOWARO John Cliff, a married man, residing in Hakanoa Street, Huntly, was admitted to the hospital last evening. He is a trucker employed by the Taupiri Coal Company at Rotowaro and was engaged lifting a skip of coal on to the track and injured himself internally. The exact nature of the injuries are at present unknown. CHILDREN’S HOLIDAY CAMP AT OKETE Funds are being raised in Hamilton for the purpose of providing a holiday for primary school children at Camp Fergusson, Okete. A novel method is being adopted to obtain the money. Bonds valued at 10s are being issued and the holder is guaranteed a dividend “in the increased health and happiness of a boy o,r girl, and to pay i tenfold in the creation of a better man or woman.” *• HUNTLY MAN INJURED GASHED BY BROKEN GLASS A simple accident with distressing i results befel Mr. Joseph Curley, of Hakanoa Street, Huntly, this week. He was sitting on the end of a wheelbarrow in his garden resting an injured leg when the barrow suddenly tipped up, and in attempting to break his fall Mr. Curley accidentally put his hand on some broken glass, inflicting an ugly wound in his wrist and i severing an artery. Dr. D. Maediarmid attended the | sufferer, who was immediately or- j dered to the Hamilton Hospital for an ; operation. Mr. Curley is now' making good progress and is out of danger. WIRI SOCIAL CLUB SUCCESSFUL FINAL NIGHT The Wiri Social Club held its final j night of the season in the Wiri Pub- ; lie Hall on Tuesday night, when a very | enjoyable function was spent in games j and competitions under the able diree- i tion of Misses I. Hedger and E. Wil- j son. There was a fair attendance of members and friends, and one and all i spent a very jolly time. Much amusement and ingenuity was | disclosed in a couple of novel compe- j titions, which were won by Miss Gwen I Holmes and Mr. Pat Maloney, and \ Miss L. Grant and Mr. Ken McKerras. Just prior to provision of a dainty supper, a couple of waltzes were indulged in. Miss Gilbert providing the music. WHANGAREI METHODISTS ANNIVERSARY SERVICES The Whangarei Methodist Sunday School held its anniversary meeting on Sunday and its concert on Monday night. All three services on Sunday were well attended, the congregation declaring the singing of the children a musical treat, reflecting great credit on the conductor, Mr. Marsden-Woods, and the organist, Mrs. Murphy. On Monday night before a packed house the children gave a concert, the Rev. Chambers again being in the chair. The evening culminated with the usual presentation of prizes. Mr. and Mrs. Reed, Mr. and Mrs. MarsdenWoods and Mrs. Murphy all received bouquets. Before singing the National Anthem Mr. F. W. Reed, Sunday school superintendent, thanked Mr. Marsden-Woods and Mrs. Murphy for their training of the choir and asked them to accept a small memento of the esteem of the Sunday school and presented Mr. Woods with a Sheaffer pencil and Mrs. Murphy with a cutglass scent bottle. HAMILTON BOROUGH MEETING OF COUNCIL The Hamilton Borough Council met last night, the Mayor, Mr. J. R. Fow, presiding. It was reported that building permits representing a value of £6,677 were issued last month, compared with £3,152 for November of 1926. Authority was given for the extension of the gas supply on Norton and Rifle Range Roads, at a cost not exceeding £2,812 15s 9d. The Hamilton Retail Traders’ Association is to be asked to appoint a committee to meet the council’s trading department’s committee to discuss the community lighting proposal. The agreement \tfith the Automobile Association in regard to the provision of a motor camp was confirmed. It was stated that the Frankton School Committee contemplated constructing swimming baths early next year, and the council decided to supply water at 4d a 1,000 gallons, conditional on the baths being placed on a site recommended by the engineer. HOWICK AND DISTRICT TOWN BOARD MEETING The Howick Town Board met on Tuesday night, Mr. J. Crawford presiding. Mr. V. L. Bagnall, the newly appointed town clerk, commenced his duties. It was decided that sections on Picton Street, from Crawford’s stables to the Anglican Church corner, be declared within a brick area. New work is being carried on in continuation of the year’s programme and the footpaths of the district are receiving attention. LOYAL HOWICK LODGE At the last meeting of the Loyal Howick Lodge, M.U., 1.0.0. F., the following officers were elected for the ensuing half-yearly term: N.G., Bro. F. W. Skeen; V.G., Bro. Roy Baton: elective secretary, Sister Mavis White; 1.P.N.G., Bro. C. Handcock. The installation ceremony will be held in the Oddfellows’ Hall on December 12, when Bro. R. Newton, P.G., will officiate as installation officer. Bro. L. H. White, P.D.G.M., who is the financial secretary and treasurer of the Loyal Howick Lodge, has held this position for 40 years and is one of the longest service members of the order in New Zealand. He has seven sons and five grandchildren, all members of the lodge, in addition to descendants who have joined up with other districts. FAREWELL BY BOWLERS A large gathering of bowlers and friends of the genial guest met on the Howick Bowling Green on Tuesday afternoon to bid farewell to Mr. A. “Dad” Gerring, who took his departure from Howick yesterday morning to take up residence with his son in Ngaruawahia.

During the afternoon a very enjoyable “roll up” was indulged in and during the afternoon tea adjournment the president of the club, Mr. A. Selby, took the opportunity to bid farewell to Mr. Gerring, who, during his membership of the club had occupied every office on the register and is at present a member of the committee. Several members endorsed the president’s remarks and all joined in wishing Mr. Gerring the best of luck. HOWICK HOTEL Plans hay a been submitted and ac-

cepted for the re-erection of the Howick Hotel, which was recently destroyed by fire. Tenders will be called in the near future. It is expected that the cost will be in the region of £6,000. new bush opened A commencement was made to-day by Parker, Lamb, Ltd., of Auckland, with the opening of a new bush, situated about three miles past Whitford. It is intended to place log-haulers near the beach and when the trees are felled and trimmed tb© logs will be hauled to

the harbour and rafted to the | pany’s mill at Auckland. .g-j-s OF INTEREST TO MOTOR** The bridge near Maraetai -jgjjc* 6 paired and work will be . & gid-: this week. The road on the prc9 en2 of the Maungaroa Gorge && undergoing repair and