NORTH CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXIX, Issue 21034, 9 December 1933, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY

RANGIORA In "The Man Who Played God," to be screened at the Rangiora Town Hall this afternoon and to-night, George Arliss, famous star of "Disraeli" and "The Millionaire," takes the part of a musician, who, deafened by an explosion, falls into the depths of despair, but finds happiness in helping others less fortunate than himself. KAIAPOI There was a large gathering at the Kaiapoi Borough School yesterday afternoon, when the parents were given an opportunity of inspecting the work carried out by the pupils during the year. The work displayed in the various rlass rooms gave evidence of the in terest taken by the pupils, rcfleeted great credit on the tcßcning St The exhibits included displays of writing, drawing, needlework, and other school subjects, and models made by the children. Those present were the gutfiis ot the Kaiapoi School Committte at afternoon tea. KAIKOURA A social evening was held at the band room on Thursday, in honour of Mr G. H. Bartlett, who has resigned from the staff of the New Zealand Farmers' Co-operative Association to take over the accountancy business of Mr E. Kemeys. , Mr E W. Flower said it had been intended to have a farewell evening for Mr and Mrs Bartlett, and to make suitable presentations, but as they were going to remain in Kaikoura, an that could be clone was to express pleasure at the fact that Kaikoura was not losing them, and wish them all success and happiness. Each had given valuable service to the community. _ c „ Other speakers were Mrs F. b. H. Warner, Messrs W. A. Nelson (Brass Band), W. F. Perrin (Orchestral Society) A. W. Barker (school committee), and Dr. R.- L. Withers. Mr Bartlett expressed thanks. He said that he was very pleased that he was not now leaving Kaikoura. Messrs E. W. Flower and F. S. Warner contributed piano solos, Mr H. Austin a cornet solo, Mrs A. B. Clark and Messrs W. A. Nelson and V. C. Hughes vocal solos, and Messrs F. S. Warner, E. W. Flower, and G. H. Bartlett elocutionary items. Kaikoura has experienced several very warm days, with temperatures of from 80 to 83 degrees in the shade. Thursday was overcast but warm, and in the evening a cool southerly wind sprang up. Friday was warm, but overcast conditions prevailed. Harvesting and shearing operations are now being carried out. A good deal of stock, both sheep and cattle, is being moved southward to Addington market. WAIKARI In a tennis match between the Waiau and Waikari teams, played at Waikari, the final scores were in favour of Waikari by 12 sets to 3,-Thc first round of the competition will be completed to-day, when Culverden will meet Hawarden on the Culverden courts. AMBERLEY The jubilee celebrations of the Amberley Methodist Church were concluded on Thursday, when a high tea. followed by a meeting and concert, was held in the Parish Hall. Following the high tea a social meeting presided over by the Rev. Mr Ford, was held, when congratulations were expressed by the Rev. E. E. Maiden (Anglican), the Rev. Mr Taylor Presbyterian), and the Rev. S. Henderson (Rangiora). Two members of toe church, Messrs J. E. Chamberlain and A. H. Weeber, who were associated with "the building of the church 50 years ago, also spoke. Mr Burnett, of Kaiapoi, who journeyed to Amberley to act as a local preacher some 52 years ago, related some interesting anecdotes. Items were given by Miss D. Ayers (Rangiora), pianoforte solo; Miss Harries, recitation; Mrs Caygill (Christchurch), songs; Miss T. Ayers (Rangiora), songs; Miss Fiona Shier (recitation); Misses Ayers, vocal duets. The accompaniments were played by Miss Rhodes. ASHLEY BANK A party of Christchurch artists gave a concert in the school on Thursday evening in aid of the Presbyterian Sunday School funds. The programme was given to a large and appreciative audience, and at the conclusion Mr R. Peach, on behalf of the audience and church committee, thanked all who had contributed to the success of the evening, especially Mr R. Malcolm and Mrs A. Mitchell, for the arrangements and transport. YALDHURST A large gathering of members and friends attended the December meeting of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union, when Mrs A. E. Wilson, of Sandilands, gave a very interesting demonstration on decorating a Christmas cake. The cake was given by the branch for school funds, and was won by Mr J. Dick, Yaldhurst. The competitions, which were judged by Mrs Wilson, resulted as follows: Article made from a yard of cretonne, Mrs Guy 1, Miss V. McKenzie 2, Miss H. Chappell 3; sponge sandwich, Mrs Anderson 1. Miss V. McKenzie 2, Mrs Guy 3. Another competition, held during the afternoon, was won by Mrs C. D. Doyle. Mrs Wilson was accorded a vote of thanks. Mesdames W. Franks and E. Spencer were the hostesses at the tea hour. SOUTH MALVERN The monthly meeting of the Glentunnel School Committee was held in the school. There were present: Messrs W. G. Smith (chairman), S. Cherry (secretary), J. Hamilton, L. Willis, and G. D. .Marsh, and the headmaster (Mr L. A. Marshall). It was reported that the roll totalled 72, there being 35 boys and 37 girls; the average attendance was 61.9. During the month chickenpox had been prevalent among the scholars. Dr. Phillips and Nurse Lorijner had visited the school in November. The rainfall for November totalled 309 points. The heaviest fall was 102 points recorded on November 6. DARFIELD Handel's "Messiah" was sung by the Malvern choir on Thursday evening in the Darfield Memorial Hall, and was listened to by a large audience. The choir was conducted by Mr H. L. Spark, and it was evident that the work was well prepared. Mrs H. L. Spark was at the organ, and Mrs J. H. Jarman at the piano. Valuable assistance was given by MiErnest Rogers (tenor), of Christchurch. The soloists were Mesdames H. Taylor, C. Eaves, Misses M. Adams, B. Ren'nie, M. Bates, B. Adams, Messrs Ernest Rogers, H. L. Spark, and F. A. Bull. Assisting instrumentalists were Misses J. Redfern and P. Stringer, Messrs F. Barltrop, F. Bull, and S. W. Syme. It was announced that the choir would repeat the oratorio at Sheffield and Greendale. The monthly meeting of the Darfield branch of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union was held in the lounge of the Memorial Hall, Mrs G. C. Warren presiding over a large attendance of members. "Visitors from Green-

dale were welcomed. An invitation was received from the Kirwee Women's Institute to attend the birthday party, and an invitation from Mrs Ridgen (Greendale) to attend a garden party on Saturday afternoon. An interesting debate on "That there is too much sport in New Zealand," was held the affirmative being taken by two members of the Greendale branch of the Women's Institute (Mesdames Worsfold and Adams), and the negative by Mrs D. McMillan and Sister Hight. The judges, Mesdames D. K. Boyd (Sheffield) and F. H. Cridge, gave their verdict in favour of those supporting the negative, the points being 135 to 133. HORORATA For the annual meeting of the Hororata branch of the Mothers' Union, the service was taken by the vicar (the Rev. L. N. Watkins), in St. Johns Church. Afterwards members gathered at the vicarage, where the meeting was held. The money bQX was opened and the contents will enable the branch to send a Christmas'gift to the child they clothe at St. Saviour's. The following officers were elected: President, Mrs L. N. Watkins; vicepresident, Mrs E. A. Gray; secretary, Mrs T. E. Pearson; committee, Mesdames G. C. Derrett, J. Thorne, S. Beattie, and E. Fleming. The annual general meeting of the local branch of the Girls' Friendly Society was hold in the parish room. The officers elected foT the coming year were:—Honorary associates, Mrs T. A. Phillips, Mrs G. Hall, and Mrs G. Grigg; joint secretaries, Misses M. and H. Maffey. Miss Alice Chapman, a member of the society, was asked by Miss E. Thorne to accept a honey jar, on behalf of memba's, with all good wishes for her future happiness. Miss Mavis Philliips, who underwent an operation at the Christchurch Hospital, returned home on Wednesday evening.