TEMUKA.

Temuka Leader, Issue 2145, 3 January 1891, Page 2

TEMUKA.

The downpour of rain with which the New Tear opened effectually damped the spirits of‘the bulk of holiday makers, although underlying the natural feeling of disappointment of those who look upon it as the festival of the year was the thought that the country was . being greatly benefited. The principal event at Temuka was the

GOOD TEMPLXEfI’ WCKICI. This, which was held in; Victoria Park would undoubtedly have attracted a large attendance. As it was ■ a fair number assembled at the Drillshed, which was secured for the occasion, and, everybody putting a good face on the matter, a very enjoyable hour or two was spent in the morning. The children disported themselves in ronnd games, races, etc., and the elders amused themselves with conversation and in listening to the Arowhenua Brass Band. la the aftornooh, the weather showing signs of clearing up, an adjournment was made to the park, where races were organised for the little ones, and also the grown-up people, who entered heartily into the fun.,',.;: Mr G. H. Lynch had charge of the children, and Messrs Barr, Metsciia, Cooper, and Monaghan also lent effectual aid in’ the conduct; of the affair. Tho Misses A. and M, McCallum, Ju. Bowman, and E. Lynch assisted; in dispensing refreshments, catered for by Mr T, Barr in his usual good style, and worked hard to promote- each one’s enjoyment. Towards evening, headed by the band, a return was made .to the Drillshcd, where more sports were indulged in, and after due justice had been done to refreshments provided the gathering dispersed. In all .about 300 were present. In spite of the un- , propitious weather The meeting was an enjoyable one, and under more favorable circumstances would: have been most popular. SALVATION AEMT. A united field day in the Temuka Park was to have taken place on New Year’s Day, but owing to the boisterou* state of the weather it did hot coma off. In the evening an “ Awfn’ Gran* Tea Pairty ” took place in the bar racks. Captain Dixon, from Timaru, with the baud and some friends, was present, as were also Captain Rattray and Lieutenant fcicott, from Geraldine, with a number of soldiers. Tea was on the tables at 5,30 p.m., when there was only a fair attendance, owing to the weather. The tables were presided over by Mesdiines Charteris, Washington,; Eaglaiitoa, and Cruickshank, and Misses Barney, Hellier, Benbow, i and A. and l C. Pawson. The provisions were of an excellent character, and in abundant supply. Mr T. Barr catered. Everyone was thoroughly satisfied and enjoyed themselves immensely, despite the adverse circumstances. The tea over, a meeting was held in. the usual army styled after which a supper took place to refresh all before going ouH into the night air. Yesterday afternoon a tea for the children took place*

3.0. CALEDONIAN SOCIETY. Owing to tbe inclemency of the weather the sports usually held on New Year’s Day under the auspices of the above Society had to be postponed to yesterday, when there was a large attendance. The weather on the whole was pleasant enough, although the wind was at times rather boisterous. The following is a report of the various events:—

Throwing 221 b Hammer (standing)— First prize £2, second £1: i W. Angland (64ft 4£in), 1; A. Mcßeth, 2. Four others competed. Bagpipe Music (Pibrochs) First prize £4, second £2, third £1: D. Campbell, 1; Q- M Robinson, 2; J. _ Mabin, 3,

Bagpipe Music (Marches) First prize £4, second £2, third £1: D Campbell, 1; J Mabin, 2; Q- M Robertson 3.

100 Yards Maiden Race—lst prize £2, 2nd £l, 3rd 10s : A, S Dunford, 1; P T Brown, 2 ; A Walker, 3. Time 11 3-sths secs. Several others competed, Vaulting with the Pole—lst prize £2, 2nd £l, 3rd 10s; W Lindsay, 1; J Hoskins, 2 ; T. McAnliffe, 3.

Best-dressed Highlander—D Campbell, 1; A. McKenzie, 2 ; J 0 Lyon, 3. 150 Yards Handicap (in heats)— Ist prize £3, 2nd £1 10a, 3rd 10a, First heat: L Padget, 12yds, 1; A Walker, Byds, 2. About four others competed. Second heat; J Collins, Byds, 1; A E Thompson, 6yds, 2. Four other competitors ran. Third heat: Gr Hadfield, Byds, 1; J H Q-ardner, 6yds, 2. Four others ran. Fourth Heat —A S Dunford, 10yds, 1; F Close, syds, 2, Four others competed. Final Heat —Q- Hadfield, Byds, 1 ; L Padget, 12yds, 2; J Collins, Byds, and A, Walker, Byds, 3. Putting the 221 b stone —First prize £2, second £1; W Angland (39fb 7in), 1; J Sullivan, 2. Several others competed. \ One Mile Amateur Bicycle Handi- i|| cap—Trophies £2 10s and £1 10s: r C Hall, scratch, 1; J L Coy, 60yds, 2 ; J. Foster, 140yds, 3. Times Smin 20sec. Several others competed. Highland Peel in Costume (men)— First prize £3, second £2, third £1: A McKenzie, 1; J Banks, 2; W Davidson, 3. Two ethers competed. Cumberland Wrestling (limited to 11 stone) —First prize £4, second £2; McLeod, 1 j J Dunn,

440 Yards Handicap—First prize £4, second £2, third £1; In the ■ first heat E Logan, 12yds, came in first, A Fraser, 30yds, second. In the second heat L Padget, 30yds, was first, A Thompson, Byds, being second. A large number competed, but the final heat was not run when our reporter left. One. Mile Handicap Walk—First prize £4, second £2, third £1: I A Blisset, i scratch, and F. Mcllwrick, 85yds (equal), 1 and 2; E. Dawe, 110yds, 3. Time 7min Baec. Hop.Blep, and Jump—First prize £2, second £1: J H W Uru (42ft sin), 1; J Collins, (4lft 9in), 2. Five others competed, 120 Yards Hurdle Eaco First

prize second £1 10s, third 10s. • First Heat: J H Gardner, Byds, 1 ; -' A! S Dufiford, 12yds, 2. Second Heat : P J Brown, 12yds, 1; W F Dawe, 4yds, 2,. Third Heat: J Collins, oyds, 1; E McLeod, Byds, 2. Final Heat; Brown, 1; Gardner, 2 ; Hanford, 8. Highland Idling (men)—First prize £B, second, £2, third £1; A McKenzie, £l.; J Banks, 2; A Calder, 3.

Obstacle Eace, 440 yards First prize £1 10s, second 16s, third ss: E Aldridge, 1 ; W F Dawe, 2 ; Ogden 3, ‘ King and Thompson also ran. Standing High Jump-First prize £l 10s, second 15s: J. Collins, (4ft 7|xh), 1; H E Murray (4ft 7in), 2. Five others competed. Tossing the Caber—First prize £2, and £1: M Duggan, 1; W. Angland, 2.

Running High Jump—First prize £3, oecond £1: P J Brown (6ft 7m), j; J H W IJru (sft 6in), 2. Five others competed. •' 3 Mile Bicycle Race Trophies value £3, £2, and £l; A Burford, 320yds, 1; C Hall, scratch, and J. L. Coy, 170yds, 2. Two others competed. Sword Dance—First prize £3, second £2, third £1: W Davidson, lj J 'Banks, 2; A Smith, 3. 1-Mile Handicap—First prize L 4, second L2, third LI: W Cartwright, 70yds, 1; A B Thompson, 20yds, 2 ; J Close, 60yds, 3. Four others competed. Standing Long Jump—First prize Ll/second 10s: A Mcßesith, 10ft itym, I; J.Collins, 10ft llin, 2. Several other events had not been competed for when, our reporter lett. , oamartTsports. At the Oamani Caledonian Sports on New Year’s Day F White took the first prize, £2, for throwing the heavy hammer (82ft Tin), and SJThornley second, £1 (77ft llin). For wrestling, any weight, prizes £s,' £B, and £2, F Hall took first, S Thornley second, and J Scott third.