EKETAHUNA

Wairarapa Times-Age, 21 April 1941, Page 7

EKETAHUNA

NAVY LEAGUE FLAG PRESENTED TO PUTARA SCHOOL. (“Times-Age” Special.) There was a large attendance of members of the Putara School Com-| mittee, ex-pupils, parents and friends at the Putara School on Saturday afternoon when Sir Charles Norwood, president of the Wellington Navy League, accompanied by Lady Norwood, Mr Gordon Reid, chairman, and Mr R. Darrow, secretary, visited the school for the presentation of a Union Jack in recognition of all the pupils having become members of the Navy League. There were also present Mrs S. R. Gawith, president, and other members of the Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Navy League in Masterton. The visitors were welcomed to the school by Mr T. R. Hancock, chairman cf the school committee, and by Mr McWilliam, headmaster. In making the presentation on behalf of the Wellington and Masterton branches of the League, Sir Charles Norwood congratulated the school on gaining its flag and spoke of the importance of the Navy and hoped the children would always take an interest in the Navy and the Navy League. Mr Darroch spoke of the necessity for a strong Navy and a strong Air Force to protect the Empire from aggression, and explained the origin of the Navy League. He also spoke to the children on the meaning and significance of the flag and said it was the most beautiful flag in the world. When they looked at their flag flying from its pole he hoped they would remember never to do anything mean or base that would discredit their flag and country. Mr Gordon Reid, chairman of the Navy League War Council, referred to the work of the Wai’ Council which was formed early in 1940. Up to the end of 1940 the following comforts for seamen had been sent overseas: Balaclava helmets, 9175; scarves, 7650; pullovers, 1840; socks (pairs), 1784; mittens (pairs), 5491; seaboot stockings, (pairs), 857; shirts, 519; deck gloves (pairs), 280; wristlets, 212; total, .27.808. In addition the Navy 'in New Zealand had been supplied with 11,665 comforts and boys going abroad to join the Navy, Fleet Air Arm, Merchant Service and Minesweepers had also received attention. Large supplies of tinned foods had also been sent overseas, and the girls of Woodford House School had recently undertaken to send through the War Council 320 lbs of honey each month. In regard to the Navy League War Council’s work, there were absolutely no expenses. No salaries were paid and all carrying was done free by the rail, carrying and shipping companies. \ The Union Jack was then hoisted by the two youngest pupils of the school. All those present were entertained at afternoon tea by the committee and parents. On behalf of the visitors Sir Charles Norwood thanked the hostesses for their hospitality.

WEDDING GOSS—PETERSEN. The marriage of Betty Annie, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs J. P. Petersen of Atea, to Cyril Douglas, only son of Mr and Mrs W. E. Goss, of Nireaha, took place at. the Nireaha Anglican Church recently. The Rev L. Ives officiated and Mrs P. Wilkin presided at the organ. The bride was attended by Miss Jean Goss. Mr Basil Southey was best man. Following the ceremony, cloie friends of the couple attended the reception at the residence of the bride's parents. Among the many congratulatory messages received was one from members of the bridegroom’s troop at Foxton military camp. The beautiful 3-tiered wedding cake was made and iced by Mr J. A. Taylor of Eketahuna. Appreciated items following the breakfast were songs by Miss Marion Petersen, the younger sister of the bride. FOOTBALL NIREAHA CLUB ANNUAL MEETING. The annual meeting of the Nireaha Football Club was held last week, Mr J. P. Petersen presiding over a good attendance. The balance-sheet, which was adopted, showed the finances of the club to be in a sound position. The election of officers resulted as follows: President. Mr J. P. Petersen; secretary, Mr Athol Mills; coach, Mr C. W. Hercock.

The grade of the team to be entered in the competition was held over until suggestions were received from the Bush Rugby Union. Despite many members being away overseas and on home defence, there appears ever}' prospect of fielding a good team. Mr H. Eagle, who has occupied the secretaryship of the club for many years, did not seek re-election, and appreciation of his valued services was placed on record. POWER BOARD BUSINESS AT MONTHLY MEETING The monthly meeting of the Tarawa Electric Power Board was held in the board’s rooms on Friday, when there were present, Messrs P. Davies (chairman), J. B. Carruthers, J. G. Brechin, W. Britland, T. Fouhy, E. W. Cheetham. S. K. Siddells, C. T. Richardson and L. Johnson. Leave of absence was granted to Messrs A. W. Bissett and P. S. Page. Accounts totalling £13.692 4s 8d were passed. It was resolved to fix the statutory meeting of the board for 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 22, 1941. The secretary-manager, Mr W. F. Taylor, gave the meeting a preliminary report on the audit of the previous year's balance-sheet. It was decided that in future the Press should be admitted to the finance meeting which was held prior to the general meeting. The reports of both the secretarymanager and engineer were adopted. The former's report stated that a general slackening off of business was noticeable on the trading side. Installations included ten electric ranges, five water heaters and six motors. The total amount of trading done during the month was £6ll 15s Bd. The total cash received from all sources amounted to £BOl5 12s 7d, made up as follows: On electricity account, £2960 16s 4d; on trading account, £1646 Os Id; miscellaneous receipts, £3408 IGs 2d.

BOY SCOUTS

MEETING OF COMMITTEE. A meeting of the Boy Scout’s Committee was held in the Don on Thursday evening. The chairman, Mr M. W. Priest, presided. Accounts amounting to £3 9s lid were approved. It was decided that the Press report of the memorial service held recently for the late Chief Scout be attached to the previous minutes and also that letters of thanks be forwarded to Miss Wilson. Mr A. H. Herbert, the Rev D. McNeur and Mr P. Bouzaid for services rendered at the service. It was resolved that necessary repairs and alterations to the lighting system of the don be effected. Troop-leader J. Curry reported that the troop had a strength of 21, nine of whom were new Scouts. One patrolleader had left the troop. . Five Scouts had lately qualified lor second-class badges. Mr Curry also gave an interesting account of the Easter camp hold at Konini.

Assistant Cub Master R. Wyeth reported on Cub activities. There were 32 boys in the pack, including 5 new members. He had been in charge for the past four weeks, while Cub Master H. Smith was in hospital. Various duties were delegated to committee members for the coming Dramatic Circle concert. It was decided to hold a working bee at the den on Saturday next for the purpose of giving the property a thorough clean-up.

The winners of the various raffles held in connection with the District Mobile Canteen Fund resulted as follows:—Dinner (477), Miss A. Schultz; Mystery Envelope (223), Mrs P. Burling; Chocolates (327), Mrs J. Sheehyn; Dinner Sot (412), Mrs M. Pryde; Tea Set (115)..Mrs Cross; Tea (1), Mr R. W. Kebbell; Sugar (477), Master Warren Daniel. Personals. Miss Magurren. Sydney, is the guest of Mrs T. Hancock, Putara. Mrs Berry, Wellington, is staving with Mrs K. Ferry, Newman Road.