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Wairarapa Times-Age, 1 July 1940, Page 7

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.OOTBALL BUSH UNION RESULTS. (“Times-Age” Special.) The following are the results of the I games played in the Bush district last I Saturday afternoon: — Senior. Mangatainoka 13, Woodville 10. Nireaha 8. Konini 0. Pahiatua defaulted to Hamua. Hukanui a bye. Thirds. Pahiatua 10, Woodville 10. Mangatainoka 3, Eketahuna 0. Hukanui 12, Athletic 0. Nireaha a bye. FOUND DEAD IN BED WELL KNOWN ATEA RESIDENT. A well-known resident of the Bush district. Mr Frederick Tocker, of Mangaruphu Road. Atea, aged 78 years, was found dead in his bed by Mr Drysdale. of Nireaha. yesterday. Apparently he had been dead for some days, as three days’ newspapers left at his gate had not been collected. The late Mr Tocker, who had lived in the district for many years, was predeceased by his wife five years ago. There was nd family. SOLDIERS ENTERTAINED PRESENTED WITH WATCHES. The Odd Fellows’ Hall proved much too small to accommodate the crowd that attended the farewell dance tendered to Sapper Paul Jones and Driver Les Waterreus. Visitors were present as far afield at Pahiatua and Masterton. and the surrounding districts were also well represented. Also among those present were local soldiers who spent a weekend leave in Eketahuna. The function was held under the auspices of the Eketahuna Local Patriotic Committee. Although the floor was taxed to capacity, dancing was enjoyed to music provided by Keith Marenzi's band. Mr B. Dinnan officiated as M.C. ' Supper, donated and dispensed by members of the Eketahuna Women’s Division of the Farmers' Union, was enjoyed. After supper, the Mayor (Mr W. Simpson) in making presentations to the guests, apologised for the absence of several citizens who were unable to be present, owing to sickness. It appeared to him that the occasion was one for joy and not mor sorrow, for it was a joyous thing to know that the young men were enlisting in such good numbers. It was an unfortunate thing for the young men to have to make a sacrifice but it was splendid to thank that they were willing to do that for the common cause. To win this war the people themselves will have to make sacrifices and not leave it all to the soldiers. "We will win this war if we place confidence in our leaders and in ourselves; if we do that then we are safe," said Mr Simpson. Mr Simpson then thanked the Women's Division for providing the supper—this had been ■ a great help indeed. He also thanked the Baby Carnival Committee for it had been due to their efforts that funds had been available to buy gifts for their guests. Every man who left Eketahuna would be presented with a suitable token of appreciation and when he returned home he would not be forgotten. Mr A. H. Herbert also addressed the gathering, appealing to all to get behind the war effort. They were all intensely proud of the men who had joined the colours. Mr Simpson, in presenting Sapper Jones and Driver Waterreus with inscribed wristlet watches, wished them God speed, a good trip and a safe return. He assured them that the people of Eketahuna would always think of them. The recipients were accorded musical honours after which both suitably returned thanks. Dancing was then resumed and continued till midnight, when the proceedings closed with the singing of Auld Lang Syne and the National Anthem. WAR FOOD PRODUCTION MEETING AT EKETAHUNA. A fairly representative meeting of farmers of the Eketahuna district was held in the Odd Fellows' Hall on Friday night to elect a local committee in connection with the increased production of foodstuffs. Several ladies were among those present. Mr C. T. Richardson was elected to the chair. Mr Hugh Morrison (Wairarapa), explained the objects for calling the meeting—to increase the exports of dairy produce to Great Britain. He also outlined the duties of the local committee when set up. Mr Lamont, of the Agricultural Department, also spoke and said that the most urgently required products were eggs, bacon, cheese, beef and buttei. He stated that a Wairarapa DistricCouncil had already been set up anc. controlled an area as far north as Eketahuna. The local committees woulo assist in organising work. The local committee was elected as follow: —Hukanui. Mr E. H. Harrington; Hamua, Mr P. Davies; Newman. Mr C Coooer; Nireaha. Mr J. P. Petersen- Rongokokako, Mr R. Farrow: Eketahuna, Mr E. McAnulty: Kaiparoro. Mr G A. Hansen; Rongomai, Mr W. G Judd: Konini, Mr R. Mabey; Mauriceville, Mr A. Campbell: additional, Mr F R. Littler; sheep farmers. Messrs A H. Herbert, J. B. Carruthers. C. T. Richardson. Mr R. Farrow was elected secretary of the committee. It was resolved that Messrs C. T. Richardson. G. A. Hanson and R. Fairow be the Eketahuna representatives on the Masterton committee. FIRE BRIGADE BROWN CUP COMPETITION. The annual competition for the Brown Cup one-man event was run oil by members of the Eketahuna Fire Brigade on Saturday afternoon, the best times being registered by the following: Fireman H. Gyde. time 56 sec. handicap llsec, total time 45 sec. 1: Fireman H. Leslie 63 2-ssec. handicap lOsec, 53 2-5. 2: Supt Rogers. 55 l-ssec, scratch. 3; Dcputy-Supt H. Daniel, 55 4-ssec. scratch. 4sec penalty. 59 4-sscc

Fall of Snow. A heavy fall of snow was experienc-

ed in Eketahuna last night and the surrounding country is covered by a white mantle this morning.

Earthquake. An earthquake was felt in Eketahuna about 12.15 o’clock this morning.