THE COUNTRY.

Press, Volume LX, Issue 18152, 15 August 1924, Page 3

THE COUNTRY.

SHEARING KATES. I i PASTORAL WORKERS* MANIFESTO. A manifesto £ 'to workers employein the pastoral industry, signed y Arthur Cook, secretary of the - Zealand Workers' Union, and dated a Wellington 011 July Ist, has be~n leased for publication. The manifesto is a lengthy printe document, the main object of whicl to "again emphasise this fact that- n award made by the Court of tion in this Dominion binds any sntar er, or shod hand, prior to them *nte in"* into engagements with emP o Therefore, the advice of the New land Workers' Union to all bona fid shearers and shed hands who ar sirous of obtaining increases is. to enter into any engagement whatever with sheepowners until and unless following rates are conceded: Xor shearers, 30s per 100 for flock sie p • double rates for rams, studs, an double fleece eheep. For pressers. the week £4; by the hour Us. For all other shed hands: My the week £6 ilB, by the hour Is lOd. For cooks for persons or under: £5 Jior week, coo'is" assistants: £3 15s. _ The manifesto sets out the unsuccessful negotiations lietween the \\orkeis Union and the Sheepowners Federation in the matter of an application to the Court to vary the shearers ana shed hands' award; it also goes into the history of the awards obtained since 1915, and the reasons advanced for the reduction in rates. It contains the following paragraph: "The larae sheepowners are the emplovers this Union wants to make a stand against; the larger the emmoyer, the greater are his profits. In the past workers were more inclined to demand • policy rates from the small owners while shenring for award rates for the large squatters. Many of our members blfime the Union for the low rates provided in shearers' and shed hands award, hut the Court alone is responsible. The judge of the Arbitration Court has power to make whatever award he likes. He lays down a minimum rate below which emnloyers cannot pav. but vou, as workmen, have tlie nower, before oomnverK-Tne; -work, to refuse to accent his minimum rate. Therefore, demand the policy rate, or more —not less."

JOTTINGS FOR FARMERS. Our Dunedin correspondent telegraphs:—The proposal to make the Otago A. and P. Societv's Summer Show of a special character next year is not petrified by the Canterbury Society's rejection of the request to let it be the "Iloyal" Show of 1925. The directors of the big Exhibition have asked the Otago A. and P. Society to see if it can persuade Canterbury to fall in with Otago's wishes by an exchange of years in regard to the Royal Show, and an appeal is to be made. The question is whether Canterbury will listen to it or give the same answer as was given to the Exhibition authorities' request. If the answer is in the negative, the end in view will be attained by other mean 3 that are at command. The executive of the Otago Society will recommend that the programme for the Summer Show of November, 1925, be made of such an attractive character as to ensure the patronage of bree'uers and. other exhibitors and also of the public.

OXFORD. The cantata "Under the Palms" was repeated in the Town Hall to a good audience, and met with a very hearty reception. Mrs J. Whvte conducted, and the solos were taken by Mesdsmes Knowles, Johnson, Newport and Early, Misses Waterman and Cederman, and Messrs Cederman, G. and A. Rossiter, and J. McLean. The singing of the children was good, that of the soloists Reg and Marie Whyte being especially pleasing. Miss Gainsford presided at the piiirio, and Mr G. Rossiter was violinist. For some days the weather has been ideallv spring. There is a perceptible growth in the grass and the willows are bursting 4 into ],eaf. The weather £s dry, but August is the driest month of the year, and heavy weather may be expected later.

VIEW HILL. The View Hill .Sports Club held a very enjoyable and successful social in the school. The early part of the evening was devoted to progressive euchre. After supper dancing was th» order, and was kept up till the early hours of the morning. The ladv's prize was won by Mrs Barry, and the gentleman's by Mr Herman. The consolation prizes were awarded to Miss C. McConnel and Mr Garner. Miss Mav MeConnel ofFoiated at the piano, and extras were played by Mesdames Southgate and Barnett. and Messrs Smith and Fantham. The duties of M.C. were carried out by Messrs Ffitcfi and Glasson. NORTH LOBURN. The weeklv progressive euchre evening; held in the North Loburn Hall was again well attended. Mr G. Bennett gave the prizes, which were won by Miss S. A. Philpott and Mr T. Dawson. while the consolation gifts went to Miss Edith Dawson and Mr G. T. Croft. The first tournament of the season was also decided on the same evening, for which Misses L. and R. Bennett gave tho prizes. The best aggregates were made by Miss N. Fitzgibbon and Mr Geo. Croft, jun., who were awarded the prizes, while tho lowest average scores were recorded by Miss Wilson and Master R. Davis, to whom consolation gifts were given.

LOBURN. At a meeting of the Loburn branch of the Farmers' Union, the president, ■Mr H. T. Metherell, ocupied the chair. There were also present: Messrs T. Dawson Percy J. Pulley, J. Carboy, W. Carboy, G. P. Croft, W. Bennett, Edwin Pulley, ; G. S. Barwell, and L. K. Ellis. Correspondence from the Stock Department was read, in which Mr J. Kerrigan, M.R.C.V.S. offered l to lecture on September Ist, on "Diseases and Condition:-: Affecting Ewes and Lambs.'' It was unanimously agreed to accept tin: offt:!", nnd to invite the public to attend. Mr Edwin Pulley was elected a now member of the branch and was subsequently appointed secretary in place of the late Mr A. E. Cook. Mr Metherell. as a delegate to the Provincial Conference held in Christchurch, reported fully and ably on the remits dealt with. The woeklv progressive euchre evenin"" held on Wednesday night, considerin<? it was National Week, was well attended. Mr Percy Pulley gave the i.rizes, which were won bv Mrs James Galletly and Mr T. Dawson, while consolation gifts went to Miss Thelma Henrv and Mr T. H. Pulley. I The basket-ball dance, for which arrangements are well in hand, takes placo on August 19th. The annual meeting of the Tennis dub is fixed for September 6th. {

LEESTON. At the weekly meeting of the Leeston W esley Guild on Wednesday evenintr musical and elocutionary competitions were held. itli the usual zest and good feeling, the Guild members entered the contest, and a .verv happy eiverting ; UJIS jjpenr. Tw>o tableaux Amalgamated Trades and Professions, aiul "Home Builders" were effectively staged. In both eases the prizes went to the men. Recitations and reading at sight were interspersed with songs, the following takino- part: M>ws K. Chamberlain. K. Ferrier, and L. Park 1 * 1 , Messrs "TV. Hewitt, R. Harnett, W. Ment. and L. Eade. A special prize for most points was won by Mr Hewitt. Tlie judges were: Musical, Mrs J. Co--"; elocutionary, Mr Slieppard Green. The accompaniments were played K v rs jjarte and Misses Austin, and Eade.

HORNBY-ISLINGTON. There was a large attendance at the progressive euchre tournament, :leld in St. ColumlKi's parish schoolroom, riornbv. Prizes were awarJed t<">: Mrs Murphy (hot wat?r bottle), Mr C. C<>\ (socks'), 'flie aggregate prizes tor the past eight euch'-es were r.wardot' to Sirs Freninx (silver jam dish) and Mr Horace M'G egor (miiitary brushes). At the close of the evening the ladies provided supper. AKAROA. One of the oldest residents of Akaroa, Mrs Glynan, died on Tuesday. The deceased, who was born in Wellington in 1841, was the eldest child of Mr and Mrs J. Wright, who a little later made their way south and settled on the southern side of the Peninsula. In course of time she married Mr John Glynan, of Akaroa. Of the nineteen children of this marriage, ten survive, four sons and six daughters. She spent practically the whole of her long life in the district, where she has left a large number of descendants. The funeral took place in the Roman Catholic Cemetery yesterday morning, the services, at the church beforehand and then at the graveside, being conducted by the Eev. Father Gallagher.

LE BON'S BAY. On Tuesday evening last the football club held their final dance of the season. During the evening songs were sung by Mrs J. Trnman and Miss G. Leonardo. Sovenil p'-esent provided the music for dancing. Mr H. Thelning was 31.C. There were present Jklesdames W. Crotty, P. Burnett. T. Mora, H. MePha.il, W. Dalglish, J. Truman rnd E. Leonardo, Misses I. Barker, SHarris (Okain's Bay), M. Gilbert, M. Crotty, E. Anderson, A. McKay, P. McKay, E. McKay, V. McKay, I>. Mora, H. Mora,, W. Leonardo, P Leonardo, M. Anderson, A. Crotty, Audrey Crotty, Gladys Barnett, Frances Leonardo, Messrs P. Barnett, C. Barneit, R. Mora, C. Mora, 11. Thelning, B. Barker, AV. McKay, J. Mcintosh, C, Mcintosh, M. Mcintosh, S. McKay, C. Crotty, H. Dalglish, W. Dalglish, A. Crotty, L. Crotty, L. Mel']wen, J. Hampton, 0. Gilbert, F. Hinds, AY. Boleyn, A. Cunningham, H. Anderson, H. Barker, I. Barker, C. Barker, J. Barker, J. Gilbert, It. Gilbert, A. Gibb and F. Leonardo.

Mr B. Barker, who has been spending a holiday ;vt Temuka, returned home on Monday. Miss 'S. Harris, of Okain's Bay, is at present staving with Mrs B. Barker. Mr C. Barker, who had the misfortune to break his collar-bone whilst playing football in Temuka, is recuperating at his parents' homo in the Bay.

OKAIN'S BAY. Mrs Archie Ware and little son are at present staying with Mrs Bailey, ' Paua Bay. .... I- Mr' and Mrs Reg. Mason arc visiting Chfistchurch. Mr find Mrs P. Moore aro the guests of Mrs J. Moore, Barbadoes street, Christchurch. The friends of Mr J. Hartley, who "has been in poor health for some tiirie past, will regret to learn that lie has had to enter the Akaroa Hospital for treatment. Miss Elsie Harris is on a visit to Mrs 'Hislop, Kelso, Otago. _ . The Okain's Bay. Co-operative Dairy Co., under the efficient managership or Mr E. Hall, secured honours again this year at the recent shows,. Although the cheese exhibited was made during adverse weather conditions, yet it scoured first place in tho open export classes. The following are the awards gained:—lst, "VVaika-to (Hamilton) export class; Ist, Palmerston North, export class; Ist, Auckland Local Trades Class; 2nd, championship South Island; also two cups, valued at £SO each, presented by the Murgatroyd Salt Co., England.

PREBBLETON. The Hall Committee's fortnightly euchre party and dance continues to he well patronised. At the lrst of these functions prizes were won by Mrs I 1 reeman Ist, Mrs G. Millar 2nd, Mr Prendergast Ist, ;md Mr 11. Thorne 2nd, while music for the dance was supplied by Mr B. Longstaffe. At a progressive ouchre tournament, held on behalf of the No. 2 Queen the pri/xjs were awarded to Mrs L. Gallagher (1), silver vase, Mrs Kolkman (pair of pictures), 2; gentlemen, Air i'rendei-gast (razor) 1, Mi' W. Carpenter (pocket knife) 2. Supper was served by the ladies interested, and a competition for a olb box of tea was won by Mrs Fletcher. A function of a similar nature is to take place next Tuesday in favour of the No. 4 candidate. Preparations for the jumblo sale are proceeding apace. All thoso who have articles suitable for this sale may leave them either at the Vicarage or at Mrs L. Gallagher's houso. The sale will take place at the end of the month in St. Michael's (Schoolroom, Christchurch. There being no competition football matches to morrow, a nuiteh has been arranged to be played on the Hal swell ! grounds between the second and third [ grade teams.

SEAFIELD. Shooting for a trophy presented by Mr J. Crawford, the following tied with i their handicaps:—R. Baynes 33, C. Johnson 31, A. Watson 33, J. Beck 30, S. Pocock 33, R. Shelley 28, J. I Shelley 28, J. Gregory 33, H. Watson I 33, "YV. Hurst 31, G. Baynes 28, M. Bruce 31. In the first shoot off the ! following tied—R. Baynes 34, M. ! Bruce 34, J. Gregory 35, J. Beck 33. S Pocock 35, W. Hurst 30. G. Baynes 99, C. Johnson 32. In the second shoot off R. Baynes made 34, J. Beck 30, J. Gregory 33, M. Bruce 32, C. Johnson 31, W. Hurst 31. On the second shoot all went out with the exception of W. Hurst, who won. Shooting for the Hotty Button, the following tied with 34 each, R. Baynes, H. Watson and Jr. Scott. In nrst shoot, off R. Baynes and H. Watson tied with 35, and in the final shoot R. Baynes won with another 35 and H. Watson 3-3 won the second Hotty Button. The shooting of the club members showed a decided improvement, eight possibles being registered. After the trophy shoots R. Baynes put on I 19 consecutive bulls and L. Scott 10. Manv of'the younger members are shooting exceptionally well, and special mention must be made of H. Watson, whose scores for the evening were 34, 34, 35, 33. Miss Gregory is at present spending a few days in Christchurch. A friendly card match was played between: the Seafield and Dorie Miniature Rifle Clubs, which resulted in a win for Seafield by 150 points. The scores were: Seafield 1007 points, Dorie | 857«

MOTUKARARA. Never before in the history of the district has a concert party com© with such a reputation as the on© organised by the Misses Waugh, which visited the district last week. Despite the very wintry weather a packed house greeted the rising curtain, and the varied and high-class programme called forth much praise from the audience, the performers having to appear two or three times. After She concert Mr F. Miller, as chairman, spoke briefly, and called for cheers for the oerformers. The hall was_ then cleared for dancing. A competition organised bv Mr ana Mrs A. J?. Duncan tor a duck and chicken dinner respectively, was concluded during the evening, and resulted in Messrs Macdonald and McJarrow being the winners. Much credit is due to the promoters of this, for it brought in a very good return, and through the function as a whole, the Presbyterian Church will benefit to the extent of £4O. Thanks are also due to Messrs Edwards, Parish, Lochhead, J. Mackenzie. P. S. Hills, and Miss Stephenson, for motoring the party out. The Waihora Football Club met on Wednesday and decided to alter the date of the annual ball from September 12th to 9th, as there is to be big church bazaar in Lincoln on the 12th. Through the courtesy of the Banks Peninsula Racing Club, the ball will take place this year in the spacious buildings belonging to the club.

RANGIORA, month l .7 meeting of ths School Committee T=ras held on Wednesday, Mr C. W. Tyler presiding, lis headmaster reported that. the average attendance had been 335, or 90 per cent, of the i oil number. During the month ths school had been examined by Inspectors Brock and Irwin. Before relinauishing charge of the school, he wished- to express his eincere thanks to the committee fc-r ths unfailing courtesy and consideration he bad received during his term ss headmaster. On the motion

of Mr Cambridge, it was resolved to forward a letter of appreciation to the Canterbury Automobile Association for placing warning notice board's near the school- Correspondence was received from the Education Board stating that, the matter of the slow combustion stov6 in the infant, room had been referred to the foreman for attention, and requesting: tiie committee to collect half cost of the neTv fence erected on the boundary of tho section recently purchased from the adjoining owners. Tho John Ivnox Bible-class was granted: the use of the basket-ball ground for a match. It xras decided to apply to the Education Board to remove the infant platform, erect- a partition, and supply modern furniture for the infant schoolroom. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the gentlemen who conveved the football t6am to Cheviot, Mr C. G. M. Boyoe, headmaster. and Miss E. Lace, wrote tenderinc their resignations, they having rece'ved appointments elsewhere. The resi cmations were accented with regret. The annual Foreien Missionary meeting in connexion with the Baptist Church, was held oh Wednesday. Thfc Rev. Hiddlestone presided' over a crowded audience. The Kev. John Takle a missionary of ovei*' 2o years' experience on the mission field in East Bensal, India, was the speaker of th 6 evening. He dealt with the problems of India, its many religions, its custom of caste, and its need of Chnstianitv. At the conclusion of his remarks he asked for gifts to help in tho establishment of hospitals and schools, and to carry on tho Christian missions. A good programme of songs, recitations, and items by a party of bovs and girls, was much appreciated. The following took part: Sirs Hiddlestone. Misses Joan Harper, H. Prestney, R. James. R. Prestney, M. McKechnie, M. James, M. Breach, D. Allen. J. Miles, and O. Jliles, Masters W. Breach.. D. Mehrt-cns, and H. James, and Mr White'nouse. At the close of the programme the ladies took charge of a sale of goods, and excellent business resulted. All the proceeds were in aid of the Foreign. Mission effort.

The weekly meeting of the Celtic Club was presided over by Mr R-eady. An address on the early history rf Rangiora was delivered by Mr C. L Jennings to a good attendance. At the close Mr P. Mciirearty expressed the club's appreciation of the address, and a hearty vote oi ! thanks was accorded the speaker. . HOROKATA.

At the seventh euchre tournament run by the Horticultural Society, there was a large attendance of players. The prize-winners were: Ladies: Miss Ida Oliver, 1; Miss A. Prestidge, 2; gentlemen: Mr Hill 1, Mr G. The season be continued for three more fortnightly tournaments, the nest taking' rjlace on Saturday week. The Hall Committee, on being approached, consented to give the hall for one night, running expenses .only to., be chiirged. At the monthly meeting of' the local branch of the Girls' J?riendly Society, the vicar (the Rov. H. IS 1 . Roberts) gave another of his series of lectures on "Popular Psychology." The meeting was well attended and afternoon tea was dispensed by the members. On Wednesday evening Mr and Mis Ingram entertained a number ■ of friends at ? progressive euchre party, thirty-sis players takinjr part. The prizes were won by Miss Ida Oliver and Mr A. McKenzie. Miss Win Patterson and Mr Joseph Lewis were awarded the consolation prizes. ■

ANNAT. The fortnightly euchre party was again well attended. The prizes were won by Mrs T. Searle and Master Joe Kennedy.. After supper had been served the floor was cleared for dancing, the music being supplied by Mr and Miss Millar, Miss Piner and Mr Henderson. During an interval songs were given by Misses Margery Willis and Kathlyn Sowden, and recitations by Mr Geo. Mann. Miss Lloyd, who has been visiting Mrs C. Irvine (Russell's Flat), has returned to Leithfield. Mr T. Madeley has taken over the rural mail contract from Mr M. Coffee. DORIE. At the weekly Ghcot of the Dorie Miniature Rifle Club, a competition was fired for a trophy presented by Messrs GraJiam, Wifcoa, and Smellie. The following: tied with total scores of 35" S. Banks - 34-3, D. Banks 34-2, S. Gardiner 30-7, H. Harrison 34-1, R. Shanks 34-o, S. Hylaod 35-0, J. Beard 34-2, D. G. McKie 33-5, D. Harrison 35-2, J. Baker 34-1, and'D„ McDonald "29-9. On the third shoot-off D. McDonald Avon, with D. Harrison" second. There are still five shoots to go to complete the club's championship series. At present the leading scores are: S. Hyland 237, M. Kingsburv 234, L. Kingsbury 232, D. Banks 232, and J. Beard 230. For next week a* postal match .with the Willowby ..Club .baa been arranged. At the annual meeting of residents in connexion with the Ardamine Hall, the balance-sheet presented showed a profit of £2 12s on the yea: V working. The committee for the ensuing vear was elected as follows Messrs" H. Harrison (chairman), D. McMillan (secretary and treasurer). M. KJngßbury, It. Turnbull, J. Beard, D. G. McKi'e, D. Banks, D. Harrison, and F. Alexander.

RAKALt, , some years there has existed at lEitcham a small but enthusiastic boxing club. It says volumes for the quality of the material in the district when it is noted that from this club have come two Canterbury represents tives—W. McPhail and T. Hooper —for the New Zealand championship meeting, in Wellington. The quarterly Summoned meeting of the Loyal_ Eakaia Lodge of Oddfellows, M.U., was held in St. Mark's schoolroom. There was a. good attendance of brethren, including the district officers and other visiters. N.G. Bro. J. Turton was in the .chair. Invitations were received from various sister, lodges to forthcoming - social functions. The chair was taken by P.G. Bro. Donaldson, and two candidates were initiated. The half-yearly balance-sheet was read and adoDted. fcick pav £6 10s was passed to a" bro- _ District G317 Bro. Currie. P .D.G3I. Bro. F. PritcharcL and others, in responding to the lodge's spoke of tEe high.'ideals of (Jdafeliowship ajid of the outstanding strength of the order. On© candidate was proposed for initiation.