MID-CANTERBURY.

Press, Volume LXIII, Issue 19110, 20 September 1927, Page 7

MID-CANTERBURY.

ASHBURTON. NEW LOAN PROPOSAL. "I am sorry to have to inform vou that we will have to have a new loan proposal nest year/' said Mr P. W. Watt, chairman of the Ashburton Power Board, at the meeting yesterday. "We will have to go into the position of our future operations and decide upon a safe amount." Mr W. G. Gallagher: Will wc have to take a poll? Yes. Broken Tliigh. An elderly man, Joseph Sutherland, aged 87 years, of Ashburton, broke his right thigh 011 Sunday, and now lies in the County Hospital in a serious condition. It'is understood that Mr Sutherland, who was in his house, rose to go out, but overbalanced and his right leg doubled under bim as lie fell to the floor. Hakatere Lodge Social. Ihe Hakatere Lodge card sociai and dance on Saturday evening was particularly well attended, there being SO people present. The euchre tournament ivas won by Mrs S. Cunliffe (ladies' prize), and Mr F.iHume (men's). The music was supplied by Mrs A. Mitchell's orchestra, while extras were supplied 'by Misses M. Maybury and Aschen.

Fall From a Horse. A man nagied C. Shaw, of Methven, was admitted to the County Hospital on Sunday suffering from injuries to j the head. It is understood that the injuries resulted from his fall from a horse. Celtic Cricket Club, At a meeting of the Celtic Cricket Club, Mr F. Lennon presided. Mr E. McSherry was appointed senior coach, while Messrs G. Turner, and J. Moylau were elected to the executive. Messrs 11. Lennon and E. Brophy were elected delegates to the Sports Association. It was agreed to enter a, team in the junior competition. Permission having been granted, it was resolved to construct u eoncrote wicket between the two hockey grounds in Ihe Domain. Power Board. The monthly meeting of the' 'Ashburton Electric Power ■ Board was held yesterday morning, the chairman (Mr F. W. Watt) presiding. There were also present: Messrs W. H. Bundle, E. F. Nicoll, H. Morris', J. W. M. Dart, W. G. Gallagher, S. Smith, W. H. Woods, W. T. Lill, H. J. Crothers, and A. Horsey, j Before commencing the business of ! the meeting, Mr Watt referred to the | serious illness of Mr James Cow, a member of the Board, and hopes were expressed for liis speedy and complete recovery. The financial statement showed that the revenue for August amounted t0£2858 £2858 16s. The loan aiccount revealed a credit of £3590 17s sd, and the power fund account a credit of £6220 2s 7d, after allowing for payment of accounts. The loans t raiSed to date totalled £320,100. I Tie following proposed new lines were approved:—Black's, Greenstreet: Length half-mile, estimated cost, £7B, revenue guaranteed £l2 to serve one consumer; Armstrong's, Buceleugh: Length", three-quarters of a mile, estiI mated cost £lsl, revenue guaranteed £l6, to serve one consumer; Fyfe and Sides', Lauriston: Length, half-mile, estimated cost £77, revenue guaranteed £l4 Bs, to .serve one consumer,, The chairman reported that two transformers which had been in use for two years and. three years, respectively, had , been sold to the Hutt Valley Power Board for a total of £640,, this being £6 less than the total amount paid fox the two by the Board. A new transformer would be purchased at a cost of £2lO. The Engineer-Secretary (Mr G. H. Kemp) reported that the construction gang completed the Surrey Hills line, and had since poled and wired Peache's extension at Mt. Somers, Black's extension at Greenstreet, and a small extension at. Ashburton Forks. The route followed by the Mayfield transmission line, through the Ashburton riverbeds, had been cleared, and a suitable track made to facilitate the construction of the line.

in his report, the llunning-Engineer. (Mr A. T. Saunders) said that the number of units supplied from Lake Coleridge was 398,133.3 and those supplied by the Diesel were 790.7. jThe maximum demand, on Coleridge was 1056 k.v.a. on August 30th, and the maximum demand on the station was 1101 k.w. on August 31st. The Diesel plant was running for 9 hours 19 minutes for peak load reduction, cutting 109 k.w. off the Coleridge average demand. On August Ist, the whole station was shut down due to two cats finding a hole in the power house wall, and coming in contact with the plant, the resulting shortcircuit blowing the main Public Works Department fuses; .The Inspector (Mr W. G. Welsh) reported that the Board's house-wiring

staff had been engaged on the installation of motors for pumping separators, shearing plants, and milking machines. Two men had completed the wiring of the radio plant at the County Hospital. Several chicken brooders had been fitted up with electric heating and they had proved very' successful. Two electric ranges, 5 Avatar-heaters, and 12 motors had been connected; 12 applications for current had been received; six new consumers had been connected at Ashburton and one at Tinwald, while 40 extensions had been dealt with. The reports were adopted. . Eugby Union. The Ashburton Rugby Union met last evening, the president, Mr W. F. "Watters, presiding. In connexion with the suggestion that the Rugby and Association football interests and the Miniature Rifle Club should combine to support a queen for the forthcoming Labour Day Gala, the president said the opinion had been expressed that all the sports interests should be allied in support of the same queen. The matter was discussed in committee.

Messrs F. Pritchard and R. H. Biggar were elected to ' represent the Union on the Referees' Appointment Board.

It was decided to request the Referees' Association to nominate its representatives, so that the Board could function immediately.

The manager of the junior representative team which played South Canterbury on Saturday (Mr A. Thomson) reported that both sides played the match in splendid spirit, and the behaviour of the Ashburton team was all that could be desired. McDonald, of Methyen, had retired from the gaine, having broken a small bone in his shoulder.

The manager of the senior representative team which played Canterbury B (Mr J. C. C. MeLachlan) said that in the absence of J. Robilliard the local backs appeared to be. disorganised, and the play, particularly in the first half, was deplorably weak. There was an entire lack of cohesion in the team, and the attempts at tackling were ludicrous. Consequently the visitors had little opposition in scoring 19 points in the first spell, The local team improved their play during the second half and were unlucky in not increasing the score. The visitors thoroughly deserved their win.

The reports were received. The president reported that in the event of Canterbury not being able to receive the North Otago representative team on October Ist there was a possibility of the North Otago team being able to play at Ashburton on that date.

The matter was held over to await the result of negotiations. It was agreed to write congratulating Mr A. H. Guiney (Mayiield) upon his appointment .by the New Zealand Rugby Union to referee the South Island Possibles y. Probables trial match at Christehurch on September 28th.

Mr A. Thomson was appointed manager of the senior representative team to play Canterbury at Christehurch on Saturday. The Canterbury Rugby Union advised that it had sent a representative senior B team to Ashburton last Saturday on condition that the Ashburton representatives visited Christehurch on September 24th.

"There is a general cry throughout New Zealand at the present time that there are too many representative matches and not enough, town versus country matches inside the territory of the respective Unions," said Mr IV Pritchard .as he advocated that instead of a third round being played next season the 'incoming Union consider the advisability of staging several of .these fixtures. He said that practically the same 'fifteep men were ch'osen for every representative ma,tch, while the other senior: players had to stand on the line.

Members considered that, the suggestion. was a good one, and the president said he hoped it. would be considered at the commencement of the season. .

Mr T. Doherty referred to the lack of training on the part of some of the county members of the representative teams who were supposed to assemble on a night beforo the fixture. It was decided to write again to Chisnall,. a Hinds player, asking him why lie did not notify the secretary that he was unable to play in the junior grade match against Ellesmere, and that he be suspended in the event of no reply being received. Representative Rugby Team. The senior team to represent Ashburton against Canterbury on Saturday has been chosen as follows: —Fullback, C. Stills; three-quarters. G. Stephens, R. Carleton, E. Brophy; fiveeighths, A. E. Stephens, G. Day; halfback, U. Friedlander; forwards, G. Dalton (wing, captain), Peterson, Gillespie, TVithell, P. Seyb, C. Pawson, J. Farr, A. McCormick; emergencies, D. 23. McDougaJl, Henderson, L. Dalton, J. Elms, C. Elms. ' Labour Day Gala. A meeting of the Side-shows Committee connected with the Labour Day gala was held last evening, the convener, Mr A. Prentice, presiding. Mr A. G. McHardy was elected secretary of the committee. "Mr W. H. Amos, president of the Advance Ashburton Association, stated lie had been informed that it would he ' too expensive to run a shooting contest, as had been suggested,' but members of the Ashburton Miniature Rifle Club were prepared .to assist in another direction. It was reported that arrangements in connexion with the flower show and side-shows were well in hand. > Mr Prentice said the Ashburton Scottish Society was .prepared to 'assist. _ It was finally agreed that the executive bo recommended to hold the Highland dancing in an enclosure. Mr Amos reported that the Christchurch Bugle Band would be in attendance on the day of the gala. The chairman stated that, in addition to the merry-go-round, eleven side-s-hows had been arranged. A meeting of the Queen Carnival Committee followed, the convener, Mr A. A. McDonald, being in the chair. Speaking on behalf of the Rugby Union, Mr R. H. Biggar said that body considered one candidate should be selected to represent all .sports. Similar opinions were expressed by representatives of other sports bodies. Mr TV. H. Amos said the nurses were eager to nominate a candidate, who would receive the support of the friendly societies. It was agreed that No. 1 Queen be the "Hospital Queen," supported by friendly societies and the returned soldiers.

~~* r McDonald said be uoufd have no difficulty in securinc; a "Country Queen" as a third candidate, provided the sports put a candidate in the field. It was agroed that the second queen be the "Sports Queen." supported by the sports bodies. The arrangements for the third queen.were left frith Messrs V>~. H. Amos. A. A. McDonald, and E. \incent. I Baptist Tennis Club. , J The annual meeting of the Baptist Lawn Tennis Club was held last evening, when the Rev. C. S. Matthews presided over a large attendance. The annual report stated that the sympathy of the club was extended to their president, Mr J. Cow, in his serious illness. The activities of the club during the last season were successful. The membership was 66, and the prospects for the coming season were good. The total income was

17s' 6d, while the "expenclitufe was- £sl, 3a 2d, leaving a credit balance of £-8 14s 4d. During the year the mortgage, on the property had been reduced by £.25, the amount owing now being £lls. Five outside matches were played during the year, the club's players proving- successful. It was not intended to join. any association. The annual report and balance-sheet were adopted. The election of officers resulted as follows:—Patron, the Rev. C. S. Matthews: president, Mr. J. Cow; vice-presi-dents, Messrs G. Meddins, W. McLean, G-. Lamb, G. W. Andrews, E. J. Tucker, A. W. Hopkins, F. A. Silcoclc; captain, Mr J. Lewis; vice-captain, Mr E. Keely; secretary, Mr B. H. Loy; treasurer, Mr G. Lamb; committee, Misses M. Kapley N. Brunton, N. Lewis, Messrs G. Bowman, E. Evans, D. Moodie, L. The opening date was left to the committee. • Basketball.

There was only a fair attendance at a public lecture given in St. Andrew s Hall last evening by Mrs Mclnnes, president of the New Zealand Basketball Association. Mrs Mclnnes took as her subject the benefits of basketball *°Mr* R. J. Thompson, president of the Ashburton Association, presided, and a hearty vote of thauks was passed to the speaker. METHVEN A perfect afternoon prevailed lor the opening-of the; Lauriston Club's season on Saturday. I" to a full muster of Payers there was a largo attendance ot spectators pr sent, including many ladies. f n ° l ■ to the match being played, Mi • Donaldson, 'president ot the club welcomed all present, The operung natch was between married and smge players, resulting in a win for t fatter. Afternoon tea provided by the ladies under the direction of .Mrs vv. TV. Goodwin was much enjoyed. On the Methven Domain on Satir-. day afternoon the first practice or tie new season of the Methven Cricket Club was held. The weather was fine, and there was a fair muster ot members As is usual early in the season, the bowlers were too good for the batsmen, and no large scores were compiled. The official opening day will be held on Saturday next. . The Methven Ladies' Hockey Club s senior team visited Southbrook 011 Saturday and played a friendly game with the Southbrook team. The Methven team won by 6 goals to 1. a game that was more even than tue scores would suggest. Alter the game the visitors were the guests of tn© Southbrook Club at a very enjoyable d(tnc6 A large number of children attended the practice dance in the Methven Public Hall on Saturday afternoon, held in view of the Plunket Society 3 children's fancy dress ball, to be he next week. A number of ladies ot tne committee were present to instruct the children in the various dances, so tnat> they will be able the better to enjoy themselves on the occasion of the t>a . On Sunday afternoon, the Ashburton Salvation Armv Band paid a visit to Methven, and played an enjoyable programme of music in the Square Although a. misty rain was falling there was a large number of residents present. At the conclusion ot-tne pro gramme the members of the band were the guests of Mrs A. C. i.trc-efc afternoon tea.

' v- . anama.' ' A successful series of weekly- card tourneys, promoted by .the Anama. School Committee, with it view to purchasing a piano, was brought to a successful conclusion on Friday evening, when there was a ■ large attendance. The games were controlled by Mr J. Mclver. Miss Montgomery won the ladies' prize and Mr G. Richardson the men's, after a tie with Messrs N. Stevens, S. Richardson, S. McSaveney, and A. -'Brown. Consolation prizes were awarded Mrs A. Brown, after a tie with Mesdames E. Box, G. Candy, ancl Miss Loffhagen, and Mr, G. ■ Robertson the men,'s. Mrs TV.'J. Robertson won the ladies' prize for the highest aggregate- during the. season, with 91 games, Mrs A. Brown being runneiup with 83. Mr S. Richardson won the men's with 97 games, Mr C. 'Loffhagen being, second with 92. The chairman of the school committee expressed the committee's indebtedness to all for the liberal support accorded the tourneys. A hearty: vote of'thanks was accorded t-lie -ladie3 {£>r - providing refreshments throughout the tournaments. The school-was then cleared and dancing indulged in to music Supplied by Mrs G. Candy, Messrs W. J. Robertson, and G. Green. Mr A. Brown was M.C. »Songs contributed by Mr Howartb were greatly appreciated. The. evening's .enjoyment concluded with cheera for the musicians and the chairman (Mr Mclver;. A large: and representative .gather- J ing of residents met in the school On i Saturday evening, for the purpose of bidding - farewell to Mr and Mrs F. Roach, Mr H. Fraer, and Miss Fraer, who, after several years' residence at Anama, left the district yesterday. An enjoyable programme was contributed: by the following:— Tin whistle solo, Mr W. J. Robertson; song. Miss >M. Harrison; recitation, Miss L.. Robertson; song, Mr F. Roach; recitation, Mrs W. Millar; recitation, •Mr H. Fraer; pianoforte solo, Mr B. Harrison; recitation, Mrs F. Roach. The chairman (Mr J. Mclver) expressed .pleasure to see so many present. Mesdnines TV. Millar, E. Edmonds, Messrs McDowell (Mayfield), TV. J. Robert.soil, F.. J. MeKeown. Paynter, and J. Blair also spoke. Dancing was indulged in to music supplied by Miss M. Harrison, Messrs TV. J. Robertson, G. Green. and B. Harrison. Mr F. J. MeKeown was M.C. HINDS. The monthly social in connexion with the Methodist Bible class was held in the Oddfellows' Hall, when, the Rev. TV. J. Enticott presided over a good attendance of members. A pleasant evening was spent with games and competitions. At the conclusion, supper was handed round. On Saturday afternoon, a team of schoolgirl • hockey players paid a. visit to Lowcliffe, and played ' a friendly game. After an interesting match, the Hinds team was defeated by 3 goals to 1. Mr J. Cook controlled. the game. Eva. Hampton shot a goal for Hinds and Florne Tait shot one and Jean Johnston two for Lowcliffe. The visitors were then' entertained by the Lowcliffe team. Mr J. Cook returned thanks on behalf of the Hinds team, and Miss Fuiton responded for Lowcliffe.

STAVELEY. Mr and Mrs J. Maxwell, who have been staying with Mr and Mrs D. -E. Sawers returned to Waikouaiti on Saturdav. IVfi'ss Bell, recently appointed assistant 'mistress at Bushsicie, took up her duties when the school' reopened after the term holidays on Monday. The second of a new series of fortnightly euchre tournaments was held in the hall on Saturday evening, when there was a fair attendance of patrons.

Miss Hazel Aldridge won the ladies prize and Mr C. Mcßae the men's. The' consolation prizes went to"'Miss Ada Aldridge and Master George Burgess. . . ; I mount somers. j Favoured with < glorious weather, j people from all parts of the countj i flocked to Mount Somers on Saturday to support a fete in aid of the benefit fund to Mr N. Hood. The the committee, in opening the fete, welcomed the gathering, especially .visiting teams, and members of tue Ashburton Pipe Band, whose efforts considerably enlivened the afternoon s proceedings. There were ; numerous stalls and side-shows, besides WhicU competitions, football, and hockey matches were held,' as well as a sale or produce and goods. Mount Somers teams annexed three of the leading matches. The following is the result of the seven-a-sid<s football matches, which were refereed by Messrs E. Burgess. D. W.,Herron, E. C. Wood, and H. HepburnJuniors: .Mount ;6omers 11, May field 0 • Biishside 5; Springburn 0; final, Mount Somers 6, Bushside 0. Seniors: Mount Somers (A) 3, Mayfield (A) 0: Springburn 3, Sawmill' (Ruapuria) 0; Mayfield (B) 3,.Mount. Somers (B) o;.semi-finals, Mount Somers (A) 3, Springburn 0; final, Mount Somers 3, Mayfield (B) 0. Old-timers, Mount Somers v. Springburn resulted ih a | draw. Six-a-sido hockey (Mr -G. i j - Bufton referee): Mount Somers (B) 3, Mount Somers (C) 0; Mount Somers (A) 2, Old Girls'(Ashburton) 1: Final, Mount Somers (A) 1, Mt.- Somers (B) A large gathering assembled at the Memorial Hall on Saturday evening, when an enjoyable dance was held. Music was supplied by Misses. G. Morgan, L. Wood, Messrs J. Well man and S. Ross (Ashburton). Mr N. Beckley was M.C. Novelty dances by Miss Gladys Busliell (Ashburton) were highly . appreciated. At the conclusion or the dance, Mr J. W. Comvns thanked all for the support and help accorded their effort. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded members of the Ashburton Pine Band. The committee greatly appreciated the splendid action or visiting teams and the _ Ashburton Motor-Cycle Club, for visiting the fete. Thanks were also due to the National Mortgage and Agency (Ashburton) for finding means of transit for the Pipe Band. Stallholders during the day were: Variety, Mrs G. ,L. Hood and Miss A. Webster; sweets, Misses _ J. Daridson and E» J Wood: flowers, Misses C. Beckley and M. Green; competitions, Mesdames W. B. Pope, H. Morgan, G. M. Doak, L. Nell, W. Turton, Misses W. Morgan, L. Wood, Messrs W. T. Goodrich and L. King, and Master D. Wood. Winners of the principal competitions were: Carvers, Mr W. B. Pope; powder trav. Miss L. Wood; ash tray. Mr A. McClimont; cutlery, Mr Hugh Morgan; sheep-guessing (weight oOJlb). Mr G. M. Doak; saucepans, Mr C'. Johnstone. RAKAIA. The anunal ball of the Rakaia Ladies' Hockey Club was held in the Town Hall-on Thursday evening. There was a largd attendance and the tall was most successful. and enjoyable. The hall was prettily decorated with a canopy of twisted streamers in red and blue, the club's colours, and in the supper-room the tables were gav with spring flowers. Excellent music .was supplied by Macdonald's Orchestra and extras were played by Miss C. Shannon and Mr T. LaVler. Mr C. 3>avison was M.C. During the evening Mr Cyril Poulton gave exhibitions of dancing-.