NORTH CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXIX, Issue 20985, 13 October 1933, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY

RANGIORA At a sitting of the Police Court, before Messrs W. A. Rowse, J.P., and W. A. Banks, J.P., Gilbert McKinley, 52 years of age, a farm labourer, pleaded guilty to a charge of drunkenness. He was fined 10s, in default seven days' imprisonment. On a second charge of wilfully damaging property of ihe Government to the value of £2 7s, accused was convicted and ordered to pay the amount of the damage, £2 7s, and 2s car hire, in default one month's imprisonment. Accused was given till the end of the month to pay the amount. Accused agreed to the issue of a prohibition order against himself.

The annual cards match between the Rangiora Volunteer Fire Brigade and honorary members resulted in a win for the honorary members by 22 points. Prizes won during the winter cards and billiards tournament were presented as follows: —Euchre: O. Nelmes 1, J. Barber 2. Crib: W. J. Ford 1, A. G. Hunnibell. 2. Billiards: A. Watson 1, E. W. Hills 2. Snooker: C. Butters ], A. Watson 2. Card aggregate: O. Nelmes 1, W. J. Ford 2. Billiards and snooker aggregate: A. Watson 1, C. Butters 2. Grand aggregate: C. Buttery 1, P. A. Hinks 2. At the monthly meeting of the Rangiora District School Committee the following members were present: Messrs C. J. Smith (chairman), C. J. Keir (honorary secretary), F. May, C. Dalzell, W. A. Rowse, and A. Cambridge. It was agreed to grant the request of the committee of the North Canterbury Show and declare a holiday for the school for show day. Mr R. Wild (chairman of the Education Board) wrote stating he was unable to be present at the school diamond jubilee on October 28 to 31, and enclosing a gift of books for the school library. It was decided to send a letter expressing appreciation of the gift and regret that he would not be present at the jubilee celebrations. A letter was received from a number of parents of pupils in Standards V. and VI. objecting to the school hour being altered to 8.30 a.m. instead of 9 a.m. At the invitation of the chairman, the headmaster, Mr Stephens, explained that it had been the practice of some teachers to take pupils who were weak in a subject before school. It was entirely optional, and parents who objected need not send their children at the earlier hour. If teachers were willing to give their time to help the , children, he could not understand the : objection. Grading marks had nothing to do with the matter. The headmaster reported a school roll of 373. with an average attendance for the last term of 351. The average for the last week was 361, being the highest this year. It was decided to thank Mr Beattic, of the Rangiora High School staff, for a collection of seashells from Waikuku beach for the school museum. The secretary reported ihe accounts to be satisfactory, each of the two accounts being in credit.

IvAIKOURA Mr I. Adair, sen., was the winner of the shaving outfit trophy in the competition organised by the Kaikoura Tennis Club. A very pleasant afternoon was spent nt St. Peter's schoolroom, when members of the guild and their friends held a social afternoon in aid of funds for the toy stall at the forthcoming Anglican bazaar. Vocal solos were contributed by Mrs G. Blacklcr. Mrs J. Carter being the accompanist. Pianoforte solos were given by Misses A. Warner and B. Borthwick. The ball and box competition was won by Mrs \V. Lawson, the sketch puzzle by Mrs A. Stubbersfield, and the jumbled names of toys by Mesdames J. W. Anderson, P. Foster, and A. B. Clark. Afternoon tea was served. • At the monthly meeting of the Kaikoura Town School Committee, Mr A. W. Barker presided. The chief agricultural inspector wrote concerning the garden plot, and enclosed packets of seeds for 13 different native trees. These had been allotted to five other schools in the Dominion, and he considered that the Kaikoura School was capable of growing the trees. It was decided to sow the seeds in boxes,! under the jurisdiction of Mr F. Hobbs and Mr F. Warner. Mr H. W. Rainey i offered the committee timber for the i plant boxes, and also four panes of glass to replace those broken in the school building. The offer was accepted with thanks. The headmaster reported that he had procured a pictorial map of New Zealand for school use, the map showing in picture form the products of each of the main towns of New Zealand, Kaikoura being represented by a sheep's head and a pound of butter. It was decided to hold a parents' day at the school on Friday, December 15. and to hold a concert in the Drill Hall on Tuesday, December 19. At the monthly meeting of directors of the Kaikoura Dairy Company, there were present: Messrs P. S. Humm (chairman), J. D. Boyd, A. Keenan, W. Dalzell, J. A. Maekle, R. Miles, P. W. Adair, and J. J. Harnett. The manager (Mr A. Ross) reported for the month of September that 41,54 C pounds of butter had been manufactured, all of which was graded finest. The overrun was 23.31. The grade was 94. The interior of the factory had been painted by the staff, and the plant was working well. Anxiety was felt regarding the present water supply, the stream being dangerously low. A good supply of water could be secured from Hughie's creek, 25J chains away, the approximate cost of securing water from this supply being £IBO. The quantity of first and second grade motor spirit sold for the month was 406 and 1071 gallons. Messrs P. S. Humm. J. D. Boyd, and A. Keenan were appointed a committee to investigate the position of a temporary water supply for the factory, with power to act. The New Zealand Dairy Board advised that it had not decided to interfere with market arrangements. The chairman (Mr Humm) said they had had no advice from Mr Agar on the subject, but he understood a proviso had been made that no f.o.b. sales be made under London parity. It was resolved that the Dairy Company adhere to the contract price for the transport of butter to Lyttelton and Christchurch. The payout for September was fixed at lOid for finest, with usual deductions for first and second grades. Accounts amounting to £387 15s lid were passed for payment. DAREIELI) One of the most magnetic and inspiring themes ever incorporated in talking films is presented in "In a Monastery Garden," which will be screened at the Malvern Talkies tomorrow. Telling of brotherly sacrifice and devotion with a background of human elements, the story is beautifully unfolded, and reveals not physical beauties but the most sacred thing on earth, that brotherly love so rarely seen in films.

OXFORD The monthly meeting of the Oxford branch of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union was held in the Coronation Hall. Mrs S. G. Smith presided, and there was a large attendance. The winners in the cooking competition for a plate of plain scones were:—Mrs W. H. Knowles 1, Mrs Arthur E. Cross 2, Mrs W. Gilchrist 3. Miss Jean Baxter gave a demonstration of the making of wool rugs, the beautiful rug on view being greatly admired. At the next meeting there will ba a competition for the best soft toys'and mocassins. Mrs Caughan will give a talk on "The Care of the Hair." The hostesses for the day were Mesdames J. Croy, S. Campbell, and R. Davis, and Miss Ffitch. The scouts and cubs gave an enjoyable and successful concert to an appreciative audience in the Agricultural and Pastoral Hall, Oxford. The concert was organised by Mr F. Engelbrecht, and the scout funds will be considerably augmented by the effort. The boys gave a very creditable display of scout work, including rope work and first aid. Vocal solos were given by Miss J. Comyns and by lan Bluett and Douglas Virtue; a recitation by Neville Webber; and sketches'* by the cubs and scouts. The programme / ended with an entertaining play, "Too Much Monkey,"' by the boy scouts. HORNBY The fortnightly meeting of the Olive Branch Lodge, United Ancient Order of Druids, was held in the Parish Hall, P.A. Bro. I. R. Wastney presiding over j a large attendance of members. Correspondence was received from the No. 1 Royal Arch Chapter forwarding the report of the judges on the efficiency competition. The bards' report on sick members was received with thanks, and the sum of £7 was passed as sick pay. The Grand Lodge officers paid their annual visit to the lodge, the grand president, Bro. C. I. Barnes, being accompanied by the following: V.G.P. Bro. L. B. Freeman, grand secretary; Bro. T. E. Talbot, grand treasurer; Bro. J. T. Collins, G.G. Bro. R. Bigg, and P.G.P. Bro. F. George; senior Grand Lodge trustee. The visitors were accorded a warm welcome on entering the lodge. An interesting and instructive report was given by the grand president and other officers of the Grand Lodge on the work and progress of the order in • Canterbury. The grand president and his officers were accorded a hearty vote of thanks for their report. The lodge was then closed by the U.A.D., and supper was served by the lodge members. „ ~ . A committee meeting of the Hornby Old-timers' Amalgamated Sports Club was held recently. Several new members were enrolled. The main business of the evening was the drawing up of a programme for the carnival to be held in the recreation ground on Saturday, October 28. A full range of side-shows has been arranged, also novelty events, among which will be the catching of a greasy pig. The children will be well catered for. There will be prizes for botli boys and girls in the most original and best fancy dress .costume. The Old-timers' Cricket Club has arranged a practice game on the top ground for to-morrow at 1.30 p.m.

HALS WELL Winners of the competitions at the weekly social were Mrs H. Kolkman and Mrs Ettricke, Mr W. Wilson and Mr L. Spicer. Music for the dance was supplied by Mr F. Smith's orchestra, Mr W. Koselor playing extras. Mr N. Gardiner was master of ceremonies. The local branch of the Red Cross Society met in the hall, Mrs Silvester presiding over a large' attendance of members. Twenty garments made since the last meeting were handed in ready to be sent to headquarters in the city. It was decided to hold an entertainment at an early date to help provide more funds. (JOURTENAY \ A meeting ol' the general commit- j tee of' the Courtenay Agricultural and] Pastoral Association was held recently. Mr G. R. Bedford (president) presided. Many replies were received from the judges in the various sections, signifying their willingness to act. Further arrangements were completed for running a dog trial. MOUNT GREY DOWNS There was an excellent attendance at the fortnightly card party and dance held in the Mount Grey Downs schoolroom. The social committee was in charge of the arrangements. Prizes for cards were awarded to Mrs Don Lang and Mr W. Demmocks. Mrs J. Rowe and Mr J. Peach were the winners of the mystery prizes. Music for the dancing was supplied by Mesdames J. Rowe and F. Wilson, Misses I-I. Harris, Z. Bealtie, H. Wallace, and R. Stringer, Messrs E. Collie, and W. Stringer. Mr W. Demmocks was master of ceremonies. GREEN DA I. E The following players will represent the Tennis Club against Darfield, at Greendale, to-morrow afternoon: — Misses S. Gillanders. M. Adams, H. Rudd, I. Horc, M. Warren, D. Warren; and T. C, Gough, L. F. Gough, C. E. Ridgen, I. Gilltindcr?, J. Gillanders, and R. E. Needham. The scholars of the Aylesbury ] Methodist Sunday School were enter- j tained by their teachers, the Misses Cook when they spent an enjoyable day in Christchurch, visiting the museum, the art gallery, and the gatdens. Anniversary services, connected with the school, were held lecently, the preacher being the Rev. A. T Kent There was an excellent con"relation, and special hymns were sung Prizes were distributed to all the scholars. The parents made a presentation to the teachers as a mark of appreciation of the work done by them in the Sunday School. LITTLE RIVER The programme at the Triangle Theatre to-morrow will be the powerr.,i Hnma "The Trial of Vivienne Ware," 1 featuring Joan Bennett; ais° a fine British drama, D °" b i? n ;P° d j;; ing," and chapter three of Dangei Island." j hororata At the monthly meeting of the Hororata branch of the New Zealand Farmers' Union, Mr K. W. J. Hall presided over a large attendance. An address was given by Mr R. McGillivray, fields superintendent of the Department of Agriculture, on "Strains of Farm Plants." The speaker outlined the history of plant selection in New Zealand, showing with lantern slides I the good and bad types of perennial ryegrass, red clover, and white clover. He also explained the method of seed certification which had been put into i operation by the Department of Agrij culture. He emphasised the fact that ' the strain of white clover known as New Zealand No. 1, which had been discovered by accident growing on a Canlerburv farm, was now admitted to be the best type to be found in the world. He said there should be a good market for certified seed from this clover overseas. Mr McGillivray also mentioned Ihe great increase in yields which had been secured by using certified seed potatoes. A stage had been reached when these seed potatoes were practically free from the virus of diseases so detrimental to large yields. At the conclusion of his address, Mr McGillivray was accorded a hearty vote of thanks.