MID-CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXIX, Issue 21024, 28 November 1933, Page 4

MID-CANTERBURY

ASHBURTON FISHING An abundance of feed was running in both the Ashburton and Rangitata rivers during the week-end. There were about 22 rods out on the Rangitata river at and in the vicinity of the mouth, but only a few anglers caught trout. The best bags of the week-end were seven which weighed up to 6Alb, six up to 6Jlb, and six up to 2Jlb. On Friday two anglers landed 22 trout, the heaviest of which was 81b. The Ashburton river was clear, but very few fish were seen, and only an odd one or two were caught. The Rakaia river was clear, and it was stated yesterday that feed was also running freely in that waterway. As far as could be ascertained, no local fishermen caught fish in this river during the week-end. A party of Ashburton anglers visited Lake Coleridge over the weekend, but were not expected to return until a late hour last night. More Rain. A steady rain began to fall in Ashburton about 1 p.m. yesterday, but ceased several hours later, when the clouds showed signs of breaking. Personal. Mr G. E. Murphy, inspector of the | Bank of New Zealand, is visiting Ashburton. Cricket Association. The management committee of the Ashburton County Cricket Association met last evening, when Mr F. Pntcnard presided. . ~, It was reported by the secretary Mi S M. Cassidy) that as Ashburton had drawn South Canterbury in the Cup matches, and the association had decided that in the event of a win it would not be in a position to participate further in. the matches, the committee had decided to default its match with South Canterbury. The arranging of a senior representative match on December 16 was lett to the draw committee. It was agreed to accede to the request of the South Canterbury association that the annual matches between it and the Ashburton association be played on January 27. The senior grade fixture would be played at lemuka and the junior and third grade at Timaru. ~. „ .„ The Greymouth association wrote asking if a representative team could visit Greymouth during Christmas or New Year. The letter was referred to the selector to endeavour to ascertain if sufficient players could make tnei "fhe application of the Kia Ora Clubj to play Stewart's Gully at Ashburton on January 1 and 2 was granted. Regarding the dispute between the High School and Kia Ora third grade teams in their match on November 4 whether the wicket was fit for play after rain which had stopped play, and in which match the Kia Ora Clubs result card had stated that the match was drawn, while that of High School recorded a win by default as the Kia Ora players had gone home, the report of the umpires who were asked at the last meeting of the management committee to furnish a report, stated that the ground in their opinion was fit for play. It was decided to give High School the win by default. The draw for Saturday's matches is as follows: — . _ Senior Grade—Ashburton A v. Rakaia, on Domain oval; Ashburton B v. Methven, at Methven. Junior Grade—Launston v. High School, at Lauriston; Technical f. Kia Ora, at Technical. Third Grade—Kia Ora v. Methven, at Kia- Ora; Rakaia v. Technical, at Rakaia. Borough Council. The Ashburton Borough Council met last evening, when the Mayor (Mr W. H. Woods) presided. There were also present Crs. W. H. Rundle, F J E. Smallbone, J. Connor, E. Buchanan,'H. R. C. McElrea, J. T. Pratley, A. L. Jones, W. H. Robinson, and E. H. Orr. . ' It was reported that the receipts since the previous meeting had totalled £497 15s Id, the principal items being:—Rates £lB4 10s 2d, rents £lO5 16s lOd, and abattoir fees £llO 10s lOd. Permission was granted J;he Ashburton Women's Christian Temperance Union to conduct a sale of cakes, produce, etc., at the Somerset corner, on December 8. Regarding some tar-sealing work to be carried out by the council in Havelock street, No. 15 District Highways Council, Christchurch, wrote stating it would not be possible for the council to use unemployed men on the work and receive a subsidy on it. The Main Highways Board made it a general rule that work of this nature was to be done by contract, and it was suggested that the council should have specifications drawn up and invite tenders for the work. The Mayor said the county council contemplated parrying out work of a similar nature from the west belt to the woollen mills. It was decided to co-operate with the county council in calling for tenders, the matter being left with the works committee.

It was reported that building permits issued since the last meeting totalled £2900, the chief of which was a dwelling at £950. It was also stated that 21 motor drivers' licenses had been issued, bringing the total to 774 for the year to date. Permission was granted the Lyndhurst School to hold its annual picnic on the domain on December 20, and a similar application from the Greenstreet School for December 19 was also granted. It was reported that there was a credit of £43 12s 3d in the cemetery account.

In view of mixed bathing in the domain, Cr. Buchanan urged that repairs to the bathing sheds should be carried out immediately. The Mayor considered that mixed bathing to any extent should not be allowed without proper supervision: There were baths at the High and Eorough Schools and at Hampstead, and he did not think the council should enter Into competition with them. In any case, there must be some better control than at present. After further discussion the matter was referred to the domain committee for a report. LAURISTON • The Lauriston Cricket Club held a very successful ball, visitors being present from most parts of the Ashburton county, and also from Christchurch. Music was supplied by Gopperth's Band (Christchurch), and Messrs A. C. Gadd and H. T. Crothers were masters of ceremonies. Miss Sutherland played an extra. Two clever operatic dances were given by Miss Gladys Bushell's Eupils. A statue barn dance was w6n y Miss M. Hampton and Mr L. Doig, while a lucky spot waltz was won by Miss R. Curd and Mr L. McGuinness. Miss R. Curd and Mr A. Waddell were the winners of a Monte Carlo waltz. A guessing competition for a cake, given by Mrs H. T. Crothers, was won by Mrs T. Greenaway. Mr W. W. Goodwin, sen., patron of the club, extended a welcome to all present, and Mr S. M. Cassidy (Ashburton Cricket Association), in reply, congratulated the Lauriston Cricket Club on its excellent effort

LISMORE ] A pleasant afternoon was spent when the children and their parents I and friends gathered at the school to make a presentation to Miss Fleming, who has been sewing mistress for some time. Games were played until afternoon tea, at' which Mr Corbett and the children were the hosts and hostesses. Jean Young presented Miss Fleming with a bouquet, and JoyBaxter presented her with a picture and a bound copy of "Tales of Wonder" by H. G. Wells, in which were written the names of all the school children and their teacher. Mr Corbett expressed appreciation of Miss Fleming's work, and wished her every happiness in her married life, Mr Mulligan, chairman of the school committee, spoke of the service Miss Fleming had been to the school, and presented her with a silver tray. Mrs C. Dunstan wa3 the hostess at a "bathroom" afternoon held at her residence in honour of Miss Fleming. An enjoyable time was spent with tennis. During an interval, Mrs L. R. Harrison sang a song, and Mrs Davis gave a recitation. A competition was won by Miss Fleming. A dainty afternoon tea was served by the hostess. Joyce Goldsmith presented Miss Fleming with a bouquet. The guest of the afternoon was the recipient of many useful articles for which she expressed her thanks.

METHVEIS Members of the Methven Bowling Club gathered to bid farewell to Mr W. J. Cooksley, who will reside in Christchurch. Mr E. F. Ward (president) occupied the chair and expressed the regret of members at losing the services <sf such a prominent member. He had served a term as president and had been a consistent supporter of the club. His remarks were endorsed by Messrs Waddington, Dean, Henderson, and Wasson. On behalf of members, Mr Ward presented their guest with a bowler's bag, suitably inscribed, and wished both Mr and Mrs Cooksley success in their new sphere. Mr Cooksley briefly returned With a view to aiding the candidature of the sports queen for the Methven Plunket Society's queen carnival, a successful effort was staged at the Methven Domain on Saturday, when afternoon tea and soft drinks booths were conducted by members of the committee. As croquet, bowling, Set and tennis matches were played on the domain, there was a splendid attendance, and a satisfactory response was made, the effort bein e a financial success. A cricket match was played between ,„,„, selected by the captain and Scaptafn of the Methven Club, the came resulting in a win for the former &v m ! 44 runs to 67. The principal scorers for the winning side were. H. RoTd 35 retired, S. Smith 40, Hooper 20, M Walker 17- and for the losers, E. Wateon 13 was the only double-figure Fcorer The outstanding bowler was FW. Cutler, who secured five wickets for 7 runs. WINCHMORE A gift evening in honour of Miss Jean Shearer, who will be married at the beginning of next month, was held in the hall on Saturday evening. There was a large attendance and she received many useful presents. Mr Hunter Morris, in making the presentation, remarked on the help Miss Shearer had always been to the district and on behalf of Winchmore resident? wished her happiness in her married life. Mr J. Bland also spoke. On behalf of the hall committee Mr H M Verrall presented Miss Shearer with a crystal sweets dish in recognition of the help she had given them during the winter. Dancing to music supplied bv the West End band followed. Mr P. Prebble was master of ceremonies. COLDSTREAM Peel Forest defeated the local team in a cricket match on Saturday by eight wickets. Batting first Coldstream was dismissed for 29 runs. Bowling for Peel Forest, Cain took three wickets for 8 runs, Kerr three for -7, Bates one for 1, and McCully one for 4. Peel Forest replied with 64 runs (B. Bates 24, McCully 15). Bowling for Coldstream, Moody took two wickets for 12, A. Hams two for 20, R. Hutton four for 10, and R. Geddes two for 15. Coldstream's second innings produced 72 (top scorers being E. Cross 26, R. Hutton 10, U. Moody 14, G. Young 10). Requiring 36 to win Peel Forest batted again. Kerr made 19, Robertson 19. Moody took one for 18. j WESTERFIELD I The Westerfield branch of the i Women's Division of the Farmers* Union held its monthly meeting at the residence of Mrs W. G. Sheate. A collection for the Plunket Society was taken up, and the proceeds handed to the Mayfieid branch of the Plunket Society. Friends were present from Mayfieid, Lismore, Ashbiirton, and Lagmhor, and an enjoyable afternoon was spent with games and competitions. Songs were given by Mrs R. J. Biddick, Mrs W. G. Sheate, and Mrs D. S. Shaw. A "musical wedding" competition was won by Mrs R. J. Biddick, and a memory competition was won by Mrs D. J. Morrow. Afternoon tea was served. WILLOWBY To honour Miss Doreen Stoddart, whose marriage will take place this week, a kitchen gift party was arranged by Mrs B. T. Clothier and the Misses M. M. and R. H. Lill. The time passed pleasantly with games, competitions, and community singing, the competitions being won by Mrs K. Taylor, Miss Dorothy Taylor, and Mr Eric Taylor. Mrs Clothier, on behalf of those present, asked Miss Stoddart to accept a large collection of gifts, and extended best wishes for her future happiness. Mr E. Taylor suitably replied.