EKETAHUNA

Wairarapa Times-Age, 15 January 1940, Page 7

EKETAHUNA

REP. CRICKET GAME ENDS IN TIE. (“Times-Age” Special.) The Bush v Central Hawke's Bay representative cricket match for the Pickard Shield, played at Pahiatua on Saturday, opened in uncertain weather. Bush (holders of the trophy) opened their first innings rather disastrously, the first wicket falling in the third over. Sandman and Montgomery added 20 runs to the score and then both these rnen. were dismissed. Tredray started well by hitting a beautiful six but was out lbw shortly afterwards. Six wickets were down for approximately 50 runs when Francois went in. Signal joined him but was out after playing two good shots, a 3 and nicely hooked 4. The last man, Dungan, alofig with Francois brought the total score to 104 with a good partnership realising 30 runs. Francois drove nicely and when the innings closed was undefeated with 18.

Montgomery and McKay opened the attack for Bush and quickly had the Central Hawke’s Bay men in difficulties. Runs came slowly and when rain stopped play 50 runs were on the board for the loss of six wickets. Play was resumed after an interval of 20 minutes and Chapman, who had batted steadily, was out second ball. Wilson and Alrdich brought the score to 96. Wilson did some clean hitting to score a nice 27. He was caught, and Aldrich was run out. The last man came in with five runs needed for victory and 10 minutes to play. A two came off Tredray’s bowling and two singles off Francois. The latter then put down a full toss, and the batsman went for a hit, but was clean bowled, the innings finishing for 104. Montgomery and McKay bowled splendidly for Bush. Francois was handicapped towards the end by a greasy ball. A feature of the game was the good fielding by both sides.

The best scores for - Bush were: Francois, 18 not out, Tredray 10, Montgomery 11, Sandman 11, McKay 10. Bowling for Central Hawke’s Bay De' Laney took 3 wickets for 27, Wilson 4 for 13 and Smailes 2 for; 13. For Central Hawke’s Bay H. Smailes scored 18, Wilson 27, L. Chapman 14, Aldrich 14.

Bowling for Bush McKay secured 2 wickets for 29, Montgomery 3 for 16, Francois 2 for 5.

KITCHEN TEA

A HAMUA GATHERING. The Hamua Public Hall was wellfilled on Saturday night the occasion of the kitchen tea tendered to Miss Phyllis Davies, whose marriage to Mr Ken Hansen will take place shortly. Dancing was enjoyable to music supplied by Mr Ken Hicks. Mr R. Bourke made a capable M.C. The Hamua Women's Institute, of which Miss Davies is an enthusiastic member, conducted a Parcel Post game, the winner being Miss Davies who was the recipient of a lovely gift from the Institute. The home made supper provided by the ladies of the district was enjoyed by all. During an interval. Mr D. Bourke, on behalf of those present, asked Miss Davies to accept the numerous gifts. In doing so he referred to the excellent personal qualities of the guest, and to her willingness at all times to help at social functions. Mr Bourke concluded by wishing her the best of luck and happiness in the future. After the singing of "For She’s a Jolly Good Fellow," Mr Ken Hansen briefly responded on behalf of Miss Davies. Musical items rendered by Mr D. Falkner were greatly appreciated. The happy gathering was brought to a close with the singing of "Auld Lang Syne.” Tennis Match Postponed. The tennis match which was to have been played between the Kaiparoro and Eketahuna clubs yesterday was postponed on account of the adverse weather. Heavy Rain. During the latter half of last week' windy conditions with scattered rain were experienced in Eketahuna and the district generally. Late on Saturday afternoon steady rain set in and this continued throughout the night, and 1 yesterday there wore heavy intermittent showers. While local gardeners appreciated the rain farmers with hay in the fields did not. Personal Items. Mr C. C. Smith, Wellington, is visiting friends in Eketahuna. Mr S. Pettengell was a Waipukurau visitor to Eketahuna yesterday. The death occurred in the Pahiatua Public Hospital on Saturday of Mrs Winifred Ginnanc. formerly an old and highly respected resident of Newman. The funeral will take place at the Eketahuna cemetery tomorrow, leaving the Sacred Heart Church at 2 p.m.