BANKER TO RETIRE

Waikato Times, Volume 121, Issue 20257, 28 July 1937, Page 6

BANKER TO RETIRE

MR A. E. SANDFORD.

WELL-KNOWN SPORTBM AN. PROPOSED POLITICAL SERVICES. Probably no citizen of Hamilton oen claim to have played such a prominent part In civic and sporting affairs as Mr A. E. Sandford, manager of the Union Bank of Australia in Hamilton for the last 7J years, who will retire from that position on September 14 after 43 years’ service In banking. Mr and Mrs Sandford intend to leave for Australia by the Waaganella two days later, where they will remain two or three months, returning early in the New Year, to Hamilton, where they intend to reside. The position held by Mr Sandford will be filled by Mr J. H. Lowe, manager at Waimate, and the latter’-s place will be occupied by Mr E. J. Brock, manager of the Union Bank at Dargavllle. Before he came to New Zealand Mr Sandford was stationed In the Commercial Bank of Australia In Victoria. After nine years he came to the Dominion, holding a position in the Union Bank of Australia, first at land, then at Wellington, and agal* at Auckland. He was then promoted to manager of the Felldlng branch before coming to Hamilton. Served Many Institutions. Upon his return to New Zealand from Australia Mr Sandford Intends to offer his services to the political party which, in his opinion, would best serve the Interests of the country. Mr Sandford has all hts ltfe taken a great interest in sporting affairs and while in Hamilton has held many positions ou sporting bodies. He still holds the offices of president of the South Auckland Cricket Association and president of the Hamilton Cricket Club. He was also a vice-president of the Hamilton Coursing Club, Rowing Club and Polo Club. He Is at present treasurer of the Waikato Racing Club and chairman of the Judicial committee. Among offices he has held In Hamilton are chairman of the Chamber of Commerce, president of the Orphans’ Club, of which he Is now guardian, and president of the Hamilton Operatio Society and the Hamilton Luncheon Club. In addition to these Institutions he has nhio been connected with many committees. Cricket has always been Mr Sandfoid’s favourite sport, and In 1904 he represented the Eden Cricket Club in Auckland. He Is still as fond of the game as he was In his young days and in the season is a familiar figure at Seddon Park, where he officiates as an umpire. Interest In Cricket. 44 Some people,” said Mr Sandford, “ wonder how I manage to maintain my interest In this capacity, but I can say i take an Interest In every ball bowled.” He stated that cricket was the best training for any youth. Mr Sandford has taken a great'lnterest In helping young players in their game and In many ways has lent valuable assistance to Hamilton cricket. When in Felldlng he was president of the Feildlng Jockey Club and Is still a life member. He also played football for Victoria and during his proposed visit to Australia he hopes to see his old team play.