FEATHERSTON

Wairarapa Times-Age, 27 October 1942, Page 5

FEATHERSTON

DOING EXCELLENT WORK — MINIATURE RIFLE CLUB. (“Times-Age” Special.) 1 One of the most useful institutions in 2 the Featherston district is the Miniature 1 Rifle Club. There was a time when miniature rifle clubs were looked upon : as “crazy” affairs, providing members . with a form of sport which only ap- _ pealed to “cranks.” Of late years that viewpoint has changed greatly, and ’ since the war such clubs have proved j of great value as training schools in the 1 ultimate use of the service rifle. The f local club has carried out excellent work in this connection, and its range is 3 open to any soldier who cares to avail , himself of this privilege. The club has f produced some of the outstanding miniature rifle shots of the Dominion, and has a splendid record at miniature rifle championship meetings. Great credit is due to the officials for having kept the club going in these strenuous times, when rifles and ammunition are difficult to obtain. Based on sound business principles, the club is filling a most usef ful function, and members have every i reason to feel proud of an organisation . which is certainly “doing its bit” in the > war. ; The following were the scores in the , weekly competition held by the Fea- > therston Miniature Rifle Club: B. Williams, C. Foster 98, K. McKenzie 97, N. McNamara 96, L. Rasmussen 95, Mrs Rasmussen 93, L. Halpin 90, D. Feast . 95, K. Feast 85, D. Sim 84, G. White 82, t R. Johnson 78, A. Johnson 77. i GARDEN FETE i — i CHILTON ST. JAMES SCHOOL. i A garden fete was held at Chilton St. James School, Underhill Road, on Saturday afternoon, and was very successful, a very enjoyable time being spent by those who braved the weather. The gathering was opened by Mrs Barton. The stalls were well stocked with the work'of the girls, and the goods found a ready sale. The clock golf, the side shows and the folk dancing on the lawn by the junior and senior pupils were much enjoyed. The beautiful grounds were much admired. Afternoon tea was well patronised. The school is to be congratulated on holding such a successful and enjoyable garden fete. The results of the competitions were: Doll’s house. Miss Downward; collar and cuffs, Mrs Elkington; knitting bag, 1 Mr Mackenzie; Oriental cloth, F. Wily; traycloth, Mrs Earle; cake, Miss Welch; buried treasure, Miss Marshall. The proceeds amounted to £B5 ss. The proceeds from the sale at the day school at Lower Hutt on the previous Saturday totalled £B4 7s 6d. The total amount of £169 12s 6d will go to the relief of British children in the bombed areas. Soldiers’ Dance. There was a good attendance at the soldiers’ dance on Saturday night. The music was supplied by Mrs Ashton’s orchestra, the extras being played by Messrs M. and N. Tocker and a soldier. The M.C. was Mr F. Talbot. A Lucky Spot dance was won by Pvt. Jack Cross and Miss Fay Rasmussen. The supper was presided over by members of the Junior Patriotic Committee. Successful Bowlers. A Featherston rink took part in a progressive pairs bowling tournament in Carterton yesterday, when Mr J. Thompson won the skips and Mr F. Talbot the leads. COSY THEATRE “THE BUGLE SOUNDS.” On Wednesday night the spectacular picture, “The Bugle Sounds,” will be shown. Telling the story of the mighty tank regiments, “The Bugle Sounds” was filmed in co-operation with the United States Army. The leading characters are portrayed by Wallace Beery, Marjorie Main, Lewis Stone and George Bancroft. I