NORTH CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXIX, Issue 20989, 18 October 1933, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY

KAIAPOI The annual meeting of the committee of the Kaiapoi troop of boy scouts was held in the Kaiapoi Borough Council Chambers on Monday night. The chairman (Mr J. H. Blackwell) presided over a small attendance. The scoutmaster (Commissioner E. Gray) submitted his report, which stated that the strength of the troop at the end of the scout year was 27 scouts and 15 cubs. The enthusiasm of the boys showed no signs of diminishing, the attendance percentage for the year being more than 96. The annual camp had been held at Mount Thomas and proved very successful. The Metropolitan Commissioner had paid a visit to the camp and complimented the troop upon the tower and bridge building work done. The following badges had been awarded during the year:—Service stars 20, athletic 4, gardening 1, interpreting 2, swimming 3, ambulance 3, all-round cords 2, first class 2, second class 2, tenderfoot 7. All other activities of the troop had been well maintained. The report and balance-sheet, the latter showing a small debit balance, were adopted, and the scoutmaster was congratulated by the committee. The following officers were elected: —President, the Rev. W. H. A. Vickery; vicepresidents, Mesdames H. R. Butcher, H. W. Trousselot, Messrs R. Gill, J. H. Blackwell, Drs. M. Ramsay and M. Aiken: chairman. Mr J. H. Blackwell; secretary and treasurer, Mr W. Green; auditor, Mr R. J. Smith; committee, Mesdames R. Gill and E. Clothier, Revs. W. H. A. Vickery, G. W. Hercus, O. Burnet, C. L. Sparrow, Messrs F. Bryden and D. G. "Wilson. Mr P. Abbot was appointed assistant, scoutmaster, and Mr F. Blackburn was appointed eubmaster. WAIAU The Waiau Football Club and the Women's Hockey Club held an annual combined dance, which proved very successful. The music was supplied by the local band, extras being played bv Misses IVI. White and B. Forbes. Messrs C. O'Malley and F. Schimanski were masters of ceremonies. A lucky spot waltz was won by Mr M. McDonald and Miss D. Mercer, and a Monte Carlo by Mr W. Chapman and Miss M. Robson. A competition for a Doulton vase, given by Mr H. W. D Rogers, was v. on by Mr M. Spence. who handed it back to be sold in aid of the combined funds. The lc Clerc Latter cup and miniature for the most improved junior player was presented t.o D. Connop, by Mr Rogers, president of the Football Club. Miss M. White, on ' '.alf of the Hockey Club, made a presentation to Mr A. H. Baker, president of the club, and Airs Baker, in appreciation of their help during the season. Mr Baker briefly responded.

CULVERDEN A successful concert was held in the Culverden Hall. The concert was arranged by the Culverden Swimming Bath committee, to help to repay the loan on the baths. The fund benefited considerably. Mr A. Woodward brought a concert parly from Christchurch. Items were given by the following:—Miss Elaine Moody and Mr Len Archer (Hawaiian duo) Miss Sally Down (songs), Mr Eddie Hegan (tap dance). Miss Lila Eldruige (Swanee whistle). Jack Darragh elocution), and Mr N. Down (songs). The comparatively mild winter and the fine weather during last month have resulted in operations starting a few weeks earlier than is usual. At present work is mostly confined to the shcaiing of stud sheep and small flocks. On the back country stations shearing will commence next month.

CHEVIOT The fortnightly meeting of the Loyal Cheviot Lodge, No. 9604, Ashley district I 0.0. F., M.U., was held on Monday 'night, the N.G., Bro. C. L. Powis, presiding over a large attendance. A motion of sympathy was with Bro W J. Winskill in the death of his father, members standing. A welcome was extended to Bro. Ruthven, of the Loyal Mosgiel Lodge. An invitation was received from the district secretary for members of the Loyal Cheviot Lodge to be present to meet the New Zealand officers who would be paying an official visit to Rangiora on Monday ni«ht It was decided to send as many representatives as possible. One new member was initiated into the Order by the Lecture Master, Bro. J as. Baton and the N.G., Bro. C. L. Poyus. Bros. G A. Nell and Past Grand Bro. U. Ridout were conductors. Bro. Rutuven, of the Loyal Mosgiel Lodge, was accorded a vote of thanks for his offer to give a medal to the Cheviot member securing most new members am - ing the next vear, to November, 19.34. It was decided to postpone the visit to the Loval Waikari Lodge, which was to have been on Saturday night. The Mackenzie Tennis Club held its opening clay in perfect weather, there was a large attendance of players, including visitors from the surrounding clubs The visitors were welcomed by the president, Mr C. F. Holton. The three courts have been top-dressed tins year and are in good playing order. The club will hold a tournamem on Labour Day.

OXFORD The annual fancy dress carnival of the Warren School w; very successful. A varied programme, including folk dancing, was given by the pupils, and Mesdames R. E. and C. E. Johnson judged the costumes. Th" following were in fancy dress:—Warren Blam (Indian), Douglas Croy (Clown), Margaret Early (Rainbow), Mary Campbell (Sailor's Pride), Frances Early (Violet), Jim Radcliffe (Pierrot), Leslie Radcliffe (Good Luck), Isabel Grimsey (Umbrella), Mabelle Radcliffe (Dutch Girl), George Early (Maori), Teddy Grimsey (Nigger Minstrel), Mervyn Campbell (Robin Hood), Jack Cross (Mexican), Colin Cross (Nestle's Chocolate), Kelvin Campbell (Cowboy), Ruth Early (Dutch Girl), Isabel Early (Red Robin), Barbara Cross (Bo Peep), Shirley Johnstone (Early Victorian), Lucas (White Rabbit), Lucas (Elf), Warren Campbell (Bedtime), Ray Ashby (The Man of No's), Chubby Ashby (Smiler), Runa Campbell (Daffodil), Nola Campbell (Granny).

NORTH LOBURN An enjoyable dance under the auspices of the North Loburn School and Hall Committee was held in the North Loburn Hall. There was a large attendance. Music was supplied by the Kit Kat band (RangioraJ. Extras were played by Misses N. Fitzgibbon, P. Henry, O. Croft. C. Galletly, and Mr M. Fitzgibbon. The winners of the Monte Carlo waltz were Miss F. Crooks and Mr H. Skidmore, and of the lucky spot waltz, Mrs LofThagen and Mr F. Bailey. Messrs John Blunden and C. Hiatt were masters of ceremonies.

K.OWAI BUSH There was a large attendance at the monthly meeting of the Women's Division ot the Farmers' Union. Mrs Cox presided. The competition for but-ter-making was postponed owing to the hot weather, but butter and other articles brought were forwarded to the relief depot. Mrs Duncan, of Russell's Flat, gave a very interesting demonstration of mat-making, the samples shown being made from dyed fleece wool. The social committee held n card party and social in aid of the hall funds. A guessing competition was won by Mrs Faulkner, with Mr A. Atkinson second.

FERNSIDE There was a very large attendance of members at the monthly meeting of the Fernside-Springbank branch of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union. The president (Mrs A. M. Carpenter) occupied the chair. The branch would be holding a picnic at Ashley Gorge in November, when sports will also be held. Mrs Carpenter welcomed members of the Ohoka Women's Institute, who were the guests of the division for the afternoon. Mr Masterton, of Christchurch, gave a demonstration of marquetry work. Samples of the work were much admired. The plant and seed sale did brisk business, and the sales table was also patronised. Miss R. Milne and Mrs J. Sinclair were appointed to take charge of the branch's library. A vote of thanks to the demonstrator and hostesses was given. Those who served afternoon tea were Mesdames C. Rands, A. M. Carpenter, J. A. Mackenzie. Weaver, J. Sinclair, A. Scott, W. Smith, and Miss Winter. HORNBY-ISLINGTON A meeting of the Hornby-Islington charity ball committee was held in the Islington Hall on Monday evening to complete arrangements for the grand carnival dance and card evening to be held in the Islington Hail on the evening of Labour Day. Mr F. A. McTcigue presided. Prizes for novelty dances were given by members of the committee, special prizes being given to be awarded to the dancers first on the floor in each dance the most times during the evening. SPRINGSTON Under the auspices of St. Mary's Church musical and elocutionary competitions were held in the Springslon Public Hall. The Rev. A. H. Mc. Acheson presided. There were large attendances. The Rev. H. Jones judged the musical items and Miss F. Gibson the elocutionary items. At the finish of the competition certificates won were presented by Sir It. Ikaton Rhodes. The following prizes were awarded:—Recitation, under 12 years, boy or girl, set piece—Winifred Scott 1, Ngnire Smart 2. Beatrice Blakemore 3! Piano solo, under 14 years, boy or girl, own .-;rlirli"n-Jean Forrester 1, John Scoti 2. -Song, under 10 years, boy or 'Mi': nv.-ii selection—-Nancy Su-war: 1. :..ryi :va«,ri 2. Reeila-

tion, undi i Hi v.';;i-r:, boy or girl, set piece—Fiviire- 6'G'rnan 1. Women's pons, i.iw.l ■ ■- !«>cti<::i - Miss: Phyllis Parrett'i. "Miss AI -1 '-.t:-i-i ■ ■ Hughes 2. Recitati'on, iiiidci' 16 years, open—Frances O'Gorman !. Marie Mills 2. Selwyn Millar .'J. Duel, under 16 years, own selection -Una J'aireU and Frank Howarth 1. Dorothy Watkins and Lois Dulieu 2. Son:;, under JG year.-,, boy, own selection -Flank Howarth 1, Arthur Hop ley 2. Recitation, adults. own selection— Gladys Blake 1. Song, under 1G years, girl, own selectionUna ParreH 1. Thecla Kiordan 2. Recitation, under Hi years, boy or girl, in character—Arthur Hopley 1. Humorous recitation. adult, own .'-election—-C. Mills 1, Miss F. O'Gorman 2. Piano solo, under 12 years, boy or .girl, own .selec-tion-Winifred Scott 1. Kathleen Mills 2. Recitation, under 10 years, boy or girl, set piece- Mane Mills 1, Eileen Fitzgibbon 2, Mary Peryman 3. Song, under 1G years, boy or girl, own selection Una Pairetl 1. Thecla Riordan 2, Fran!: Howarth 3. Recitation, nndcr 14 vears. boy or girl, set piece—Jocelyn Fitzgibbon 1. Una Parrett 2. Piano duet, over 16 years, own soh'etion—Mrs O'Leary and Mrs Golding 1. School Chorus, unaccompanied, part-song— Springston A Choir 1. Impromptu speech —Leslie 1. McLean 2. Piano iholo, over JG years, own .selection—Mrs Golding 1, Mrs Thorpe 2. Song, men, own selection— E. Hoskin 1. C. Mills 2. Sacred solo, man or woman, own selection—Mrs Dulieu J. solo, tinder 16 years, boy or girl, own selection—John Scott 1. The twenty-sixth annual meeting of the Springs-ton Hall Co., Ltd.. was held in the hall on Monday evening. Mr J. W. Kime 'chairman of directors) [iresided. The annual report showed that the hall had been in demand during the year. The balance-sheet showed a credit of .£l7, which was considered very satisfactory. The following directors were elected:-Messrs .1. W. Kime, P. V. Bailey, W. J. Mutton, J. F. Blakemore, F. E. Morrish, J. S. Simpson, and W. Mounce. The following advisory committee was elected:- Messrs D. Marshall, W. Tyson, J. Stafford, K. L. Neale, A. Hugh.es, J. McViunie, and R. Wall. Various committees have been set up to make arrangements for the second annual flower show. In a cricket match played at Springston, the home team defeated Doyleston by Go runs. Springston made 234 runs and Doyleston made 169. For Springston H. Grimwood H2 (retired). J. Millard 35, and W. Leslie 1«), were the best scorers. IT. Smith took three wickets for 58 and Aymcs two for 42. Norman was top scorer for Doyleston with 42 and Pocock made 3D. Templeton took four wickets for 30 and Leslie three for 35.

Playing at Irwell, Springston B was defeated by Irwell. Irwell made 20! (J. Cce 73. W. Donk 48 not out, and F. Heslop 24). and Springston 113 tW. Teinpleton .34, A. Savin 21. and K. Greaves 21).

LADBROOKS The monthly meeting of the school committee was attended by Messrs R. J. Ware (chairman), P. Pickering, E. Stone, R. Brown, and li. Mehrtens (secretary). A gift, to the school funds was received from the proceeds of the recent concert held by (lie combined school, hall, and tennis committees. It was reported that the number of pupils on lire roll, was 56. An inspection had been made by the dental nurse from the Hornby clinic (Miss Gardener), 26 children requiring treatment. The school and the grounds were in good condition, several improvements having been carried out. It was decided to commence school at 9 a.m. from early in November. Miss Iris Beaumont (Christehureh) is visiting her aunt, Mrs R. J. Ware. Mr and Mrs Prescott-King (Waipara) were the guests of Mr and Mrs C. Sparks during the jubilee celebrations of the Riccarton School. At the hall committee's weekly social prize-winners were Mrs Hopley, Miss Ena Pickering, Mr Bennie, and Mr I-I. Meyer. Miss Eunice Meyer and Mr Gerald McCarthy supplied music for the dancing.

YALDHURST The last of a scries of euchre parlies organised by the school committee in aid of the school funds was well attended. The prize winners were: -Mrs T. Chappell 1, Mrs N. Anderson 2; Mr B. Chappell 1, Mr J. Davics 2. The women's aggregate prize was won by Mrs J. Crawford, Mr Sloan winning the men's prize. Prizes for the runnersup in the aggregate, given by Mrs N. Anderson, were won by Mrs T. Chappell and Mr P. Jesson. On Monday evening a large number of adults and school children attended a lecture given by Mr Foster, on the beaches and coast line of New Zealand. The talk was illustrated by lantern slides.

DARFIELD The monthly meeting of the Darfield branch of the New Zealand Farmers' Union was presided over by the president, Mr M. E. Jenkins. The provincial secretary notified that a booklet was to be issued containing articles of interest and other information to North Canterbury farmers. It was decided that the proposed social to be given to the Darfield branch of the Women's Division be held over until early next year. The holding of a field day was left in the hands of the president and Mr Cullen. The secretary was instructed to write to the combined flock and root committees of the Courtenay and Malvern Agricultural and Pastoral Associations suggesting t.iat judging day be advertised, to enable as many farmers as possible to make an inspection of the exhibits on that day.

PREBBLETON A basketball team from Clarkeville which visited Prebbleton was , defeated by 11 goals to 7. Mrs L. Harris was the referee. The visitors were the guests of the Prebbleton team for tea, and afterwards attended a dance in the Town Hall. A cricket match played in the Domain between Halswell and Prebbleton, was won by the latter side by 15 runs. R. Taylor 17, I. Watling 10, for Halswell, and A. Giles 14 for Prebbleton, made the best scores, while Methven and Taylor for the visitors and Craythorne and Smith for the home side were the best bowlers. The campaign for funds for a school swimming bath is meeting with gratifying success and promises of support are numerous. To aid the fund the Drama Society will present an original play entitled "Mother Wins the Irish Sweep," in the Town Hall to-morrow evening. Mr J. Yeatman presided at a meeting of the committee of the flower show held in the Parish Hall. The secretary reported that schedules had been distributed throughout the district, and a number had also been sent to neighbouring; centres. It was decided that those who had acted as judges last year should again be asked to officiate. Stalls for refreshments, produce, and sweets were also arranged. A tennis match played between the St. James's and the Prebbleton Clubs on the former's courts, was won by the visiting players by 42 games to 40.

GREENDALE The very successful series of card evenings in aid of the school wireless fund was brought to a close recently. The attendance was again large. Winners for the evening were:—Mrs F. H. Ncedham and Mr A. Holland respectively. The aggregate prize for women was won by Mrs F. If. Needham, and by Mr J. Salvedge for the men. After supper an enjoyable dance was held. music being supplied by Mrs G. Burgess, Miss A. Locker, and Messrs Dan Clinton, G. Burgess, and T. Healy.

BROOM FIELD The social committee held an enjoyable dance to celebrate the jubilee of the school. Music was played by Let. Reid's orchestra, the extras being played by Mrs W. Gee and Mr Thomas, both of Amberlcy. Supper was served by the women on the committee. Mr S. Wornall was master of ceremonies.