NORTH CANTERBURY.

Press, Volume LXV, Issue 19691, 7 August 1929, Page 3

NORTH CANTERBURY.

rangiora. Lieut. H. K. Kippenberger, of the Ist Battalion Canterbury Regiment, has been promoted to the rank of Captain. Bro. (.I. Ridout presided at Monday night s in. , ting of tho Loval Rangiora 1-xlin M V.. 1.0.0. F., when one candidate' was initiated. A motion of empathy was passed with Bro. 1. Sliaw ou the death of his 1 . question of celebrating the 69th anniversary of the Lodge was icierred to tlie Social Commit m\ Miss Edith Hessell, whose death occurred at Sumner on Sunday the age of Go vears. after a tew days' illness, had 'a lifelong connexion with Rangiora, her parents being amongst the verv early settlers in the place. She wa/educated for the teaching profession, and after a few vears' service under the Board of Education she opened a private school and successfully conducted it for many vears Connected with the Presbyterian Church, Miss Hivssell did faithful service for a lon.* period in the Sunday School. She was also church organist tor several years and nfterwards a member of the choir Quiet and unassuming of manner, she was loved and esteemed for her kindly disposition Her funeral took place yesterday, the service being conducted in John Knox Church by the Rev. W R. Hutchinson, and at the graveside at tho Presbyterian cemetery also by the Rev. W. ft. Hutchinson in the presence of a number of the deceased's intimate friends.

The Rev. S. Henderson presided over a meeting of the Methodist Flower Show and Bazaar Committee. A recommendation to hold the Flower Show on October Ist was agreed to. Alterations and additions to the schedule as recommended by the revision committee were approved. It was lecided to invite the same judges as last year to act. The secretary reported that satisfactory arrangements had been made for the hire of the Drill Hall Orders for advertisements and foT delivery of The Press may be telephoned to or left at our local office, High street, Rangiora. Telephone 65M. —2 KAIKOURA. Kaikoura has lost one of its oldest and best respected pioneers, Mr James Ingram. Born in Scotland in 1840, he came to New Zealand at the age of 19 years, with Messrs H. and A. W. Ingles, and managed for them for 35 years on Eincaid Downs. He was the first man to lead the surveyors up to the Lookers On. The deceased was in the 78th Highlanders when in Scotland. He is survived by three daughters and one son, his wife having predeceased him by eleven years. He was of a kindly disposition and held in the highest respect by all with whom he came in contact. Mrs J. Lyford and Mrs J. N. Close (Christchurch), and Mrs A. C. Clemett (Waikato) are daughters, and Mr James Ingram (Canvastown) is a son of the deceased. OMIHI. The fortnightly meeting of the Loyal Omihi Lodge took place in the Omihi Hall on Monday, N.G. Bro. E. Doak presiding. One honorary member was initiated. It was found by the Dance Committee that after all expenses were paid the proceeds of the annual ball showed a credit balance of a few shillings. A hare drive in aid of the Lodge funds was held last Friday, there being about 25 guns out. The bag was 117 hares. BALCAIRN. A danco was held in aid of hall funds, and a most enjoyable time was spent. Music was supplied by Misses A. Fitzpatrick, B. Fleming, and Mr N. Clark. ?Ir D. Crossen was M.C.

An enjoyable was spent in the Balcairn Hall, when a "kitchen evening" was tendered by the residents to Miss Marjory May, who is to be married this week. Mr Dermott asked Miss May to accept the numerous kitchen utensils with the best wishes of all present for her future happiness. Mr A. Stalker (bridegroom-elect) suitably responded on behalf of Miss May. Music for the dances was supplied by Misses M. Hillard, A. Fitzpatrick, B. Fleming, Mrs B. Fleming, Messrs W. Bussell and N. Clark. Mr Dermott was M.C.

Lambs have made their appearance on several farms in the district. Feed is very scarce, and farmers would welcome a spell of warm, sunny weather. Mrs Carroll is visiting friends in Cheviot. BELFAST. The Belfast "Y" Branch held its monthly meeting at the residence of Mrs JV C. Scanes. Mrs Mac Lean presided. Mr H. Boxburgh was elected as treasurer. A paper was read by one of the members, after which supper was served. LAKESIDE. Friends of Miss Peggy Nairn, whose marriage to Mr L. J. Beattie-Joines takes*place to-day, entertained her on Monday at a gift evening in the Lakeside Hall. Dancing took place to music played by Mrs P. Thian and Mrs E. Lambie. On behalf of the company, Mr 8. Graham congratulated the brideelect and formally handed the presents to her. Mr Beattie-Joines responded on her behalf. BROOMFIELD. A surprise party of between 40 and oO residents visited "Holleth Hills, ' the home of Mr and Mrs J. W. Streeter, to bid them welcome home. A most enjoyable time was spent by all, with music, songs, games, and dancing. After supper, Messrs T. Edwards and F. Ives, on behalf of those present, wished Mr and Mrs Streeter long life, health, and happiness. TAI TAPU. A meeting of residents was held in the Tai Tapu Hall on Monday evening to make preliminary arrangements for a complimentary social on Friday, August 16th, in honour of Miss Phemie Suckling, who is to be married shortly, and to recognise the valuable musical services she has so freely rendered, not onlv to the Tai Tapu district, hut to the surrounding districts as well. It was decided to hold another meetinz on Tuesday next when it is hoped that representatives from other districts will be present.

hororata. The Glenroy Ladies' Sewing Guild held a "waist-line tea party" in the Public Hall to raise funds for the fruit stall for the fete in October. The function proved most successful, nearly £4 being reaiisvd. Three members each of the Sheffield and Greendale Debating Societies met at the Hororata Public Hall on Monevening, •when an interesting debate took place on "The Necessity for the Completion of the South Island Main Trunk Railway." For Greendale Messrs Dowds, Lamb and Gough spoke in the negative, and for Sheffield the Kev. Mr Boyd, Messrs Sealey and Bull in the affirmative. No vote was taken. The weather during the week-end was fine. On Sunday a cold east wind blew. Monday morning was dull, and at noon light rain fell. Tuesday was warm and spring-like, but a violent nor'-wester arose, and very soon clouds of dust were flying. The winds will be beneficial in drying the farm lands and enabling them to be cultivated. Mr F. W. Orsbourn, of Glenroy, who is a patient at the Christchureh Hospital, is improving. SOUTHBRIDGE. The monthly meeting of the Southbridge District High School Committee was held on Monuay evening, Mr A. Tong presiding. The Visiting Committee was requested to arrange for the trimming of the fence dividing the old school ground from the Presbyterian Church ground. Mr W. H. Bichardson, of Hornby, wrote agreeing to attend the meetings of the Canterbury School Committees' Association as the representative of Southbridge. A resolution was passed that the annual excursion should be held in the first week of December. Notification was received that the Department had approved the application from Southbridge for a subsidy on voluntary contributions for the Durchase of books for the school library, which would amount to £lB Gs 9d. Messrs A. McPherson, H. J. Parkin, and T. H. Bennett were appointed to represent Southbridge on the Dental Clinic Committee. The headmaster reported that sickness had been rife for the past five weeks, and a number of pupils were still absent. The dental clinic was now in operation, and pupils were being treated daily. Arrangements had been made to take the secondary pupils and senior primary pupils to the Winter Show in Christchureh. Votes of thanks were passed to Messrs A. Breward and G. A. Couch, members of the staff, for the interest they were taking in the pupils' sports. IRWELL. The fiftieth anniversary of the opening of the Irwell Public School occurs on Tuesday, October Ist, and it is intended to mark thf occasion by suitable celebrations. Arrangements were advanced at a meeting on Monday evening, when the chairman, Mr John Brooks, reported that the old rolls had been searched in an endeavour to trace as many old pupils as possible, and invitation cards had been sent to them. It would be necessary to make a canvass for the expenses. It was resolved that the celebrations should commence with a luncheon for old pupils, followed by toasts, and that a social should be held the same evening. It was agreed to send special invitations to Messrs D. Jones and H. S. 8. Kyle, M.P.'s, the chairman and secretary of the Education Board, all past teachers and chairmen of the committee, the county chairman, the Hon. D. Buddo and Mrs Buddo, and Mr and Mrs G. E. Rhodes.

PREBBLETON. Both the ladiets' B and the schoolgirls' B teams of basketball players visited Broadfields, where they successfully contested matches against the local representatives. The former team won by 6 goals to 3, and the latter Iby 3 goals to 1. Miss Dearsley was referee. A number of ladies are at present canvassing the district for subscriptions towards the extinction of the debt on St. Saviour's Orphanage, and as an additional effort in this direction the dramatic company is giving an entertainment in St. Michael's Hall, Christchurch. AKAROA. Miss C. McDonald, late infant mistrees at the Akaroa School, who has been seriously ill, will be able to leave i for her home shortly. A meeting of the committee of the Plnnket Society was held on Monday, Mrs T. Masefield presiding. Arrangements were made to hold a gift shop at an early date to augment the funds. It was decided- to hold the children's annual fancy dress ball in October. Visiting Nurse Twentyman's report was read and considered to be very satisfactory. The hockey matches that were arranged to be played yesterday were postponed until next week owing to the illness of players in some of the teams. DOYLESTON. The annual meeting of Doyleston residents to elect a committee of management for the public hall was held on Monday evening, when Mr C. M. Blake presided over an attendance of twenty. The balance-sheet showed a credit of £33 Is 2d. The number of committeemen nominated exceeded the number required, and a ballot was taken, with the result that the following seven were elected:—Messrs J. R. Godsell, J. Maw, A. Quigley, jun., 6. Bray, W. G. Fussell, R. Dutton, and D. Maw. It was decided to petition the Ellesmere County Council to lay a concrete channel along the hall frontage.' At a meeting of the new committee Mr G. Bray was elected chairman, and Mr W. G. Fussell was re-elected secretary. It was decidea to continue the socials commenced by the old committee.