STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 8 September 1922, Page 6

STRATFORD.

DAILY NEWS AGENCY. Advertisements and items of news for publication in the Taranaki Daily News should be left at the office of our local representatative, care Mr. W. H. Humphrey, Broadway, Stratford. Orders for papers may. also be left with him. THE BAND REVIVAL. CARNIVAL TO BE HELD. Septmeber 7. A further step towards the resuscitation of the Stratford Brass Band was made last night, when definite proposals for the raising of funds for the band were placed before a well-attended meeting in the Municipal Chambers by the executive set up last week. The outcome was that it was decided to restart the band as soon as possible and a carnival, extending over about eight weeks, will be conducted for the benefit of the band. The Mayor (Mr. J. W. McMillan) presided at the meeting and congratulated the executive on their promptitude in bringing down definite proposals. The recommendations of the executive were that the carnival be held, and that the whole of the proceeds should be devoted to the band, and that Mr. J. Hopkins’ services 'be retained as organiser. Mr. Hopkins, who has had considerable experience in such carnivals, suggested several schemes and detailed his experiences with the Napier Mardi Gras and other similar functions. He was confident that the object aimed at could be attained and that Stratford would be able to put through the biggest carnival ever seen in Taranaki. The Mayor said that finance was the first essential, and that until this was secured nothing should be done. He did not like the idea of the new band having the old instruments, but thought they should have new instruments and uniforms. The first Objective should be to raise £2OOO to put the band on a good, footing. Mr. P. Skoglund said he, thought a band could be started for less than £2OOO. The Mayor said the instruments would cost about £BOO and the uniforms £125, which meant £lOOO, and the conductor’s salary had to be considered. He did not think £2OOO was too much. He pointed out that £lOO was locked up already for uniforms, and this, he considered, was not right. Whatever money was raised should be available for any other purpose if necessary. It was public money and the public should have the right to say later what should be done with it if it were not used for the band. The Mayor moved, that the first objective be to raise £2OOO. The motion was seconded by Mr. Jackson and carried. Mr. Jackson then moved that all moneys raised be for the purposes of the band, and this was also carried. Tn answer to questions Mr. Hopkins said the heaviest expenses of the carnival would be in connection with the carnival queens. The great attraction would be a quickstep band contest near the close of the carnival. On the motion of Mb T. Lawson it was then decided to hold a carnival and to retain Mr. Hopkins’ services under the scheme. It was also decided that the funds from the carnival be vested in the Borough Council as trustees. Tt was pointed out that a numbe’ of instruments, the band-room and £lOO were available and that it would be advisble. in view of the quickstep competition. that no time should 'be lost. Mr. Hopkins said that a band was essential in running the carnival. The Mayor pointed out that the Salvation Army had most of the instruments on loan and if they were called in the Army Band would be disorganised. It was made clear, however, that no conditions were attached to the loan and the instruments might be called in at any time. Mr. G. McMahon then moved that the Land be started as soon as possible, and the motion was carried. The executive were empowered to manage the carnival, and to add to their numbers if required. Mr. P. Skoglund was added to the executive as treasurer, and at a later meeting of the executive Mr. C. H. Lawn was appointed temporary band conductor. TOWN IMPROVEMENTS. THE COUNCIL’S ACTIVITIES. Whatever its position in the past. Stratford is now coming to the front as regards improvements to its streets and public parks, and the policy of the Borough Council in concentrating a large number of men on permanent work of this nature is meeting with public approval. Although the work was initiated in the first instance for the relief of distress caused by unemployment in the town, its dual advantages are becoming more and more apparent as the streets treated emerge from their rough and ragged state to pleasant roadways of symmetrical design and pleasing appearance. About thirty relief workers have been employed for some time under the management of the borough foreman (Mr. Forbes). Commencing with Miranda Street, which was an untidy roadway with high banks on either side, and bore a decrepit appearance generally, a remarkable transformation was effected and the street is now one befitting its importance and setting off its residences to advantage. The banks were trimmed down to a gentle slope on either side, and it is the intention, at a later date, to sow these slopes with grass and to plant them with ornamental trees.

Very creditable work was also done in Leyton Street and Ariel Street north, but the improvement that will be most generally appreciated is that in Orlando Street, which is now nearing completion. Skirting the town side of Victoria Park this street Sas long been an eye-sore, but its ragged banks have now disappeared and the bracken-choked gulch leading down to the head of th" lagoon hqs been filled in and. levelled off to the full width. Orlando Street, and indeed all those so far coming under the improvement scheme, lend themselves to beautification by tree-planting and grass plots. When the traffic portion of requisite width in the centre has been tarsealed, and each sloping side planted with ornamental trees and laid out in grass, the ideal side street will have been attained. And this, it is understood,

is the ultimate object of the improve ment scheme.

The Mayor's suggestion that each resident on the improved section of Miranda. Street should plant a tree and perhaps maintain a grass plot in front of his residence. is a good one, and will probably be adopted. In reality such a plot would form part of each residential front garden, and would npt only enhance the appearance of the street, but of each residence also. The new entrance drive to Victoria Park from Orlando Street and skirting the new tennis courts is a pleasing feature of the scheme. King Edward and Victoria Parks have, in the past, been more or less neglected, but the value of these parks as places of recreation and rest is now being realised. A permanent caretaker of the parks, in the person of Mr. Bone, has now been appointed and he is proving his worth in a practical manner in laying out the surroundings of the new tennis courts. He has a comprehensive scheme of beautification in view 7, in which are included a pathway round the lagoon in Victoria Park and another running round the park between the double row of trees on the outside boundary. The council have in contemplation the erection of an ornamental bridge across the lagoon which, , at the present time, divides the park ■in two. TENNIS SEASON OPENS. The Stratford Methodist Tennis Club’s courts in Regan Street were opened for ihe season’s play this afternoon. The day was warm and fine and a good number of players gathered. The courts have wintered well and are now in good order. A tournament was played during the afternoon and the opening day as a whole was a successful and pleasant one. A Catholic social and dance is being arranged to take place in the Stratford Town Hall on October 5. These functions are always popular and later announcements should be looked for. ( The Rev. L. B. Neale will conduct a < service at Huiroa at 11 a.m. on Sunday next. On Sunday night, at the Methodist Church, Stratford, the Rev. Wi Kaitara will speak and sing in Maori and the Rev. A. I. Seamer will act as interpreter. FRIESIAN BREEDERS’ MEETING. A meeting of the Taranaki branch of the New Zealand Friesian Breeders’ Association was held at Stratford on Wednesday. Mr. C. Marchant presiding. The northern breeders were well represented. The question of holding an annual consignment sale of Friesian stock was discussed at length, and it was decided to hold the first sale next year, probably in the month of October. It was resolved to go into the matter thoroughly in 1923, and to make all arrangements necessary to ensure the success of the initial sale. It was thought inadvisable to launch out on this new departure this year, as time would not permit of making arrangements guaranteeing a successful conclusion. The chairman, on behalf of the members, thanked Mr. G. Sangster, president of the Stratford A. and P. Association, for his efforts on behalf of the breed in securing from Messrs. J. Nathan and Co. a points trophy valued at 100 guineas for the Friesian section. Keen appreciation of Messrs. Nathan’s generosity was expressed, and conditions governing the trophy were arranged. The trophy is to be won three times in succession or five times at intervals before becoming the property of the winner. Other special classes in the Friesian section at the Stratford show were discussed, and a very attractive schedule was arranged. WEDDING. A very pretty wedding took place at the Catholic Church, Stratford, on the 6th ult., the Rev. Father Maples officiating, when Patrick Michael, youngest son of the late Edward Phelan, Charleston, and Mrs. E. Guerin, of Westport, was married to Lucy Mary, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Uhlenberg, of Waipuku. The bride entered the church on the arm of her father, and was attended by Misses Clara and Lena Uhlenberg as bridesmaids. Mr. J. Elward acted as best man. Miss lE. Waite presided at the organ. A reception was afterwards held at the bride’s residence, and later the newly wedded couple left by car for the south, where the honeymoon is being spent. PERSONAL. The relatives and friends will regret to hear of the death of Mrs. Sidney Gooding, of Eketahuna, and late of Strathmore. She had a lovable disposition, and her early demise will be greatly regretted. Besides her husband, there are left two daughters, Misses Isabel and

Eileen, and one son, Vernon, to mourn their loss. MUSICAL EXAMINATIONS, STRATFORD RESULTS. The practical examinations of the Trinity College of Music in the Stratford centre have peen completed, the examiner being Mr. G. F. Vincent (London). It is worthy of note that the Stratford centre is the biggest outside the four cities, and the examiner expressed himself as very pleased with the centre in every way. The organisation, he said, was good, and the work of the candidates indicated excellent coaching. The following details are supplied by Mr. T. G. Grubb, secretary of the centre:— Higher local.—A. Riera 75 (St. Mary’s School) ; F. Waters €4 (Miss Harrison, L. Senior.—J. Keightley 72 (Mr. Edmondson), G. Keightley 70 (Mr. Edmondson) ; James Butler 63 (Miss Bredow, F.T.C.L.) ; S. Grubb 61 (Miss Harrison, L.T.C.L.) ; N. Allan 65 (Miss Harrison). Intermediate.—B. Wickham 77 (St. Mary's School) ; M. Bateman 76 (Mr. Edmondson), M. Taylor 76, singing (Mr. Edmondson) ; O. Taylor 75, singing (Mr. Edmondson) ; Chas. Henry 75 (Miss Moon). Junior.—J. Messenger (Miss Drake) 81 (honors); E. Longbdttom (Miss Drake) 74; V. Eaton (Miss Bredow) 72; Z. Griffiths (Miss Bredow) 70; A. Slater (Miss Harrison) 70; I. Holley (Miss Bredow) 69; G. Williams (Miss Bredow) 69; A. Grant (Mr. Edmondson) 68; M. Savage (Miss Bredow) 63. Preparatory.—N. Lawrence (Miss Moon) 86 (honors) ; W. Fazackerley (Miss Moon) 86 (honors) ; E. Martin (Miss O. Martin) 81 (honors) ; M. Wunsch (Miss Martin) 80 (honors) ; N. Wlckstead (Miss Moon) 80 (honors) ; J. Old (Miss Martin) 76; G. Witt (Mias ‘Moon) 76; C. Witt (Miss Moon) 76; N. de Launay (Miss Harrison) 74; N. Martin (Mrs. Hooper) 73; D. Gatenby (Miss McKenzie) 72; S. Clare (Miss Harrison) 71; U. Llle (Miss Drake) 72; G. Wunsch (Miss Martin) 73; KStevens (Miss Bredow) 67; I. Banning (Miss Bredow) 64. First steps.—E. Dymond (Miss Moon) 81; M. Jenkins (Miss Harrison) 80; N. McKenney (Miss O. Gill) 74; I. Bunhing (Miss Bredow) 73; I. Taplin (Mrs. Hooper) 73; J. Cresswell (Miss Bredow) 71. CONVENT RESULTS. Following are results of the examination conducted at the local Convent: — Fellow of Trinity College.—Miss Gertrude Bredow, F.T.C.L. Licentiate.—Zada Aagaard 75, L.T.C.L.: Lorna Forbes 74, L.T.C.L.; Phyllis Weston 73. Associate. —Esme Lewers 81, Mary Lewers 72. Higher local.—lrene Ne : lson 80 (honors). Ivy Booker 67, Nellie Butler 65, Mary Yandle 62 (all pass). Senior.—Olive Gill 77, Florence Ferguson 70, Vera Crofts 64, Edna Weston 63, Maxine Robson 60 (all pass). Intermediate.—Maida Ward (solo singing) 80, honors; Lilly Bonner (piano) 73, Kathleen Gill 64, Mattle Iremonger 63 (pass). Junior. —Nancy Cumberworth (solo singing) 77, Betty Copping (piano) 75, Edna Rothery (piano) 70, Mary Wilimshurst (solo singing) 63, Constance Smith (piano) 63, Ada McLean 60 (all pass). Preparatory.—Frances Unlacke 81 (honors), Irene Crofts 80 (honors), Irene Meyenberg 75, Elsie Ferguson 75, Margaret Gill (violin) 71, Evelyn Wilmshurst (piano) 71, Hilda Crofts 69, Edna Speck 69, Olive Hinton 65, Isabel Harrison 65 (all pass). First steps.—Margaret Mathews 84, Helan Coward 82, Zoe Crofts 76. A preliminary announcement appears in this issue of a performance to be given by the Stratford Musical Society ?n the Town Hall on Thursday, September 14. Details of the P.A.C. auction sale on Saturday appear in this issue. T. Lama-son advertises particulars of his usual weekly sale in this issue.