NORTH CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXX, Issue 21324, 17 November 1934, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY

KANGIORA UNEMPLOYMENT FIGURES Next week there will be 136 men on the Ashley river protection works and 71 on the No. 5 scheme. Last week the figures were 134 and 99 respectively. 500 Tournament There was a good attendance at another of a series of 500 tournaments, conducted by the Celtic Club. The first prize winners were Mesdames T. Bullocks, O. Alford, and C. O'Neill, and the second prize winners Miss Galletly, Messrs W. J. Scott, and > C. Watkins. Schools' Essay Competition Satisfactory entries have been received for the schools' essay competition on the subject, "A Day at the Rangiora Show," which is being conducted by the Northern Agricultural and Pastoral Association. The competition was open "to children in Standards V. and VI. of all schools between the Waimakariri and Hurunui rivers. The judging will take place within the next few weeks. Tennis The first inter-club match of the season will be played by the Rangiora Tennis Club against the Leeston Club on the Rangiora Club's courts during the week-end. The Rangiora team is as follows:—W. P. Sutherland, S. G. Watkins, J. Palairet, V. Meyer, R. A. Bullock, H. Schluter, L. Devlin, A. C. Louisson, Mrs G. Mortland, Misses B. Kennedy, N. Prestney, M. Kennedy, McHarry, M. Watkins, Mrs Johnson, A. L. Heney. Swimming; Baths Onened A decision to open the municipal baths to-day for the season was made at a meeting of the Rangiora Borough Council last evening. Rangiora Pictures "Viennese Nights," the famous alltalking and all technicolour production which has had a marvellous reception wherever shown, will be screened at the Rangiora Town Hall "Viennese Nights" is a romance that has captured the heart of the world, and is full of beautiful music written by Sigmund Romberg, the well-known composer. „„„>„ this afternoon and to-night, and again on Monday afternoon and. evening. Borough Council The Rangiora Borough Council met last evening, when the Mayor (Mi S\ A Crs RO J W A ) lv P o r r e y S , I E d W. WhitwX CS C Ayers A C. W.Ver, H K Kipnenbereer W. T. N. Keir, R. R. GilFanders F. K Martyn, and R.J.Logan The Mayor referred to the deaths of Miss K. M. Cassidy. daughter of Sergeant P. Cassidy, and Mr P. H. Watkins a well-known business man. and motions of sympathy were passed with 'VS' of sympathy was also passed with Cr. Gillanders in the death of his brother. n^iw*. The Canterbury University College advised that at a conference held between representatives of the Canterbury College Council and local bodies ] of Canterbury a resolution was adopted favouring authority being obtained by the Canterbury College Council to raise the sum of £2OOO a .year from local bodies in Canterbury, such amount to. be allocated among the Canterbury local bodies on a valuation basis. i The letter was received. The traffic inspector 'Mr f. 1,. Rouse) reported that four motor-car licenses had been-issued, since last meeting. A total of 310 motor-cars had been tested for lights and brakes H- proposed that all headlights be turned slightly to the left, and focused at the prescribed hejght. The gasworks, manager (Mi i.. reported that the works had produced 581,600 cubic feet of gas for the month, against 510,800 cubic feet for the same period last year. Coke sales had I dropped, and 1516 gallons of tar had been sold. _,, T The librarian (Miss Florence Jennings) reported that the number of subscribers to the library was 218, one having joined during the_ month. Subscriptions amounting to £9 os naa been received. The children's library opened yesterday with a membership of not less than 120. including 30 who had already been subscribing. The report of the electrical engineer (Mr H. H. Matthews) stated that four new connexions and six extensions had been inspected, tested, and connected. Both output and load factor showed a substantial increase compared with the corresponding month of last year. At March 31. 1928, the total connected load was 903 k.w.; today it was almost 1800 k.w. Every effort should be made to build up and maintain the installation to a high standard of efficiency. . Mp Reporting on the waterworks, Mr Matthews said that 3,135,540 gallons had been pumped for the month of October, against 4.001,550 for October last year. , „, TT . . Permission was granted Messrs Hickmott Bros, to erect a cycle stand on the kerb fronting their business premises, provided they accepted lull liability for accidents. It was decided to clean, grade, and tar-seal White street footpath at the first opportunity. It was resolved to ask the North Canterbury Power Board to appoint two members to meet two council representatives to discuss the differences in metering. Accounts amounting to ±-1471 14s lid were passed for payment. It was resolved to get particulars of a superannuation scheme for employees of the council. The hall and library committee v/as given power to purchase books for the children's library to the value of £lO. A deputation consisting of Messrs C. J. Smith and F. T. Ager from the business men of the town waited upon the council to place before it the proposal of holding a shopping week just before Christmas, and to ascertain what financial support the council would be prepared to give them. Mr Smith said that 60 business men had been canvassed, and the sum of £36 15s had been received. In his opinion, unless they could raise between £6O and £65, the project was not worth while going on with. Lighting costs would amount t0,£35. Mr Ager asked to what extent the council would be prepared to assist with the cost of the lighting with special lamps the road from the railway station to the town hall. After the deputation had retired the council decided to carry out the whole of the lighting for £2O. New Cemetery Proposed The need of a municipal cemetery for Rangiora was brought under the notice of the Rangiora Borough Council last evening by the Department of Health, Christchurch, which wrote stating that the position had not changed since the matter was first mentioned by the department in 1931. The department understood that certain sections of the cemetery were nearly full. The department recommended the council to consider seriously obtaining a suitable site for a cemetery. The borough council has a fund of about £SOO for the purpose of providing land for a cemetery, having accumulated this sum from £7O set apart for the purpose when the borough was created 56 years ago. The works committee of the council recommended that the council con- , sider the advisability of using portion ' of Maria Andrews park for a ceme-

tery. The committee considered that the park could never be used as a recreation reserve. At present it was only a liability to the council, and as it was really necessary to fix a cemetery site, the committee considered that this would make an ideal cemetery. They had enough funds set aside to lay out portion of the park, and legal permission would present no difficulty. The Mayor said that the Ashley and Rangiora County Councils would have to be approached. He understood that the ground was given for recreation purposes only. Mr J. M. Fraser said that there would be no difficulty in getting the park for a cemetery. Only a portion of the 35 acres would be used. It was decided that the Mayor call together representatives of the Rangiora County Council, Borough Council, Ashley County Council, and the churches to discuss the matter, and failing the committee making a definite decision that the council take the matter into ivs own hands. . CULVERDEN The Hanmer Springs Workers' Educational Association Circle produced one of Arnold Bennett's well known comedies, in three acts, "The Title," in the Culverden Hall, to a large and appreciative audience. The proceeds of the play went towards the funds of the Plunket Society, the school, and the Workers' Educational Association Circle. The characters were taken by the following:—Mr Norman Toder, Miss Patricia Andrews, Mr Derek Atkinson, Miss Winifred Cooper, Mr Douglas Lewis, Miss Muriel Rees, Miss Winifred King, and Mr Henry Latter. The company gave an excellent performance. > HA WARDEN The following cricket team will represent the Amuri Sub-Association in the sub-association shield match, to be played against Christchurch Suburban at Waiau, on November 21:— W. A. Macfarlane, R. Gardiner, B. Francis, N. England, R. Herdman, N. Egan. F. W. Blackwell, A. Fuller, C. Saundercock. G. Donald, M. F. Macfarlane. The Hawarden District High School Committee met, Mr W. L. Wright presiding. The Canterbury Education Board notified that the forman builder would visit the school shortly, following the committee's request for improvements to the shelter sheds. It was decided to notify the board that the committee was unable to And half the cost of installing electric light in the master's residence. The school sports were to be held on November 30, and the concert on December 18. It decided to support the board member for the district, Mr Weld, by a resolution to the Minister for Education, opposing the establishment of further high schools in the city, until such time as country district high schools were more fully equipped. OXFORD i At a meeting of the general committee of the Oxford Agricultural and Pastoral Association, the president, Mr I E. J. Grimsey. presided over a large '. attendance. The chief business was the nomination of judges for the, show to be held on April 4, and the revision of the schedule. In the draught and light horse sections several classes were deleted or grouped. In the fat sheep section, classes were added for heavy-weights and it was decided that the association would give a champion ticket for the best pen of white-faced cross lambs, and for the best pen of "down cross lambs." In the purebred section classes were added for single ram lamb or single ewe lamb, to be shown in natural condition. A class was added in the grain and seed section for truss of lucerne hay. It was decided to arrange for some military events during the dinner recess, and also to appoint a supervisor over the whole of the sheep section, Mr J. T. Croy was elected to that position. Two new members were elected. The president, vice-presidents, and secretary were appointed a sub-committee to collect and to allocate special prizes. At a meeting of the Oxford branch c-f the Farmers' Union, Mr H. G. Parish presided over a large attendance of members. Arrangements were made for a moving picture lecture on "Modern Views on Grassland Farming," by Mr G. H. Holford, to be given on November 26. A discussion took place on the menace to flock owners of dogs wandering about at night. It was stated that too many owners of dogs seemed indifferent to the menace, and did not realise their responsibility. It was resolved that the chairman investigate the question, with a view to co-operation with other organisations, to secure legislative enactment. The chairman referred to the danger in the not distant future of the present water supply in the View Hill plains giving out, and he said that efforts should be made to secure water from a more permanent source. Because of this, consideration should be given to the irrigation scheme. LOBURN To enable ladder matches to be ; played at the earliest possible date, the following draw has been made by the captain and secretary for the first round:— Men's Singles—G. Mehrtens plays G. Morris, J. Montgomery plays H. Henry, A. Bradley plays F. Hill, J. Robertson plays A. Henry, G. March plays R. Henry, M. Macleod plays S. Montgomery. A. Barwell plays L. Saxton, J. Thompson a bye.. Women's Singles—Miss A. Dawson plays Miss E. Leslie, Miss J. Montgomery plays Miss N. Henry, Mrs A. Bradley plays Miss D. Cook, Miss J. Goldsbury plays Miss K. Galletly, Miss C. Galletly plays M. Hasell, Miss M. Dawson plays Miss P. Henry. All matches must be played by December 2. Players are to arrange for their own umpires, and for the date of match. Results must be sent to Messrs H. Henry or J. Montgomery. SHEFFIELD A committee meeting of the Sheffield Public Library was held at the residence of the secretary, Mr J. H. Jebson presiding, and there was a full attendance of members. A letter was received from the librarian of the Geraldine Public Library about the 'disposal of 500 books, and it was decided to ask the Rev. D. K. Boyd to make an inspection, with the view oi purchasing them if in a satisfactory condition. It was decided to purchase the parcel of books sent in by Miss Barlow, of Glentunnel. A discussion followed on ways and means of raising money for funds for purchasing additional books, and it was resolved to call for suggestions from the subscribcrs An enjoyable time was spent at the home of Mrs Ross Mac Donald, of Annat, on Thursday afternoon, when the members of the Sheffield Girls' Club entertained their mothers and friends at the final meeting of this year's session. Items were given by Mrs Boyd. Misses Betty Rennie, Fiona Wason, and Mary Band. Competitions were won by Mesdames D. K. Boyd and C. D Sealey, Misses Joan Salkeld, and Margaret Adams. A presentation was made to Mrs Boyd by Miss Sadie Cooper, who thanked her for the use of her home during • the last year's session, Mrs Rennie, on behalf of the mothers and friends, thanked Mrs McDonald for her hospitality, and after afternoon tea, opportunity was taken to present bouquets from the club members to Mrs McDonald, Mrs Boyd, and Mrs Sealey in recognition of their services as the club leaders.

LEESTON The monthly meeting of the Leeston Town Board was presided over by Commissioner W. Johnston. Although members did not think it likely that the board would be able to undertake a sewerage scheme for the town district in the near future, it was decided to obtain from an engineer an estimate of what the cost would be to investigate and present a report on a suitable scheme. Particulars of the proposal to raise £2OOO annually from local bodies for the Canterbury Museum on a valuation basis were received from the Canterbury College council. The board expressed itself in favour of making a donation rather than a fixed charge. It was decided to invite tenders for the construction of a sump for fire protection purposes in Woodville street, and for laying concrete channelling in Pultney street. Further consideration was given to a proposal to complete the tar-sealing of High street to the boundaries of the town district. It was decided- to make application to the Highways Board to have the work done, if possible in conjunction with the section between Leeston and Doyleston to be undertaken by the Ellesmere County Council. A garden party, in aid of the Methodist Orphanage at Papanui, was held on Thursday afternoon in the beautiful grounds at the residence of Mr G. W. R. Osborne, "Winfield," Doyleston. Stalls were arranged about the lawn and grounds, all the churches in the Leeston circuit joining in the effort. The Leeston church provided a variety stall, Brookside a cake stall. Southbridge a sweets stall, and Irwell and Dunsandel were responsible for the afternoon tea. . Games and competitions were enjoyed, a putting competition being won by Mrs L. T. Harvey, a stepping competition by Mrs Bishop, and a paper hunt by Oakleigh Osborne. Many gifts were received for the pantry of the orphanage. The Rev. F. B. Lawrence welcomed the visitors, and thanked Mr and Mrs Osborne for their kindness in granting the use of their grounds and for helping in other ways to make the effort successful. The Rev. A. Hopper, of Christchurch. on behalf of the orphanage authorities, thanked the church people for their practical interest in the orphanage. SOUTHBMDGE At a meeting held at Southbridge on Thursday evening to consider the formation of a swimming club, Mr T. H. Bennett presided over an attendance of 20, including a number of ladies. It was decided, on the motion of Dr. E. W. Hunt, to form a club, and Mr J. Beamsley was elected secretary and treasurer.. Other officers elected were:—Patron. Mr J. H. Hampton; president, Mr W. C. Eggelton; vice-presidents, Messrs R. Willis (senior) and T. H. Bennett (junior); committee, Dr. Hunt, Mrs C. L. Wilson, Miss J. Beamsley, and Mr W. T. Nidd. The subscriptions were fixed at 5s for men, 2s for women and juniors. It was decided to admit to the bath free of cost all children in charge of a school teacher. DUNSANDEL Members of the . Presbyterian Women's Missionary Union and the church gave Mrs R. R. Adair, president, a very pleasant'afternoon in the church hall. Mrs R. H. Johnston, vicepresident, made a presentation of a rug to Mrs Adair. Mrs Adair suitably replied. Musical items were given by Misses G. Walker and K. Johnston, vocal duet; Miss D. Caldwell, song; Miss G. Walker, song; Mrs W. Shcat, pianoforte solo; Misses A. Macpherson and K. Johnston, pianoforte duet. A competition was won by Miss W. Mackie. During afternoon tea, pianoforte solos were played by Miss G. Walker and K. Johnston. Among those present were Mesdames R. R. Adair, R. H. Johnston, James, Walker (secretary), B. Watson, Cooper, H A. Brown, A. Macpherson, W. M. Walker, James Aldridge, Smith (Tapanui), W. Sheat, John Walker, Manson, W. J. Wraight, J. Mackie, A. Johnston, Misses K. , Johnston, G. Walker, A. Macpherson, D. Caldwell, C. Aldridge, Smith, W. Mackie. The plays for the Methodist Guild concert, to be held in the Town Hall on November 23, are now progressing well. Rehearsals under the direction of Mr J. Fobb are held at the homes of Mr and Mrs B. Watson and Mr and Mr A. J. Sheat twice a week. PREBBLETON The teams to represent the Prebbleton Cricket Club in matches to be played during the week-end against C. Martin's team and the telephone exchange will be selected from the following:—W. Downey, H. Goodwin, G. Sutherland, A. Smith, C. Hands, P. Barr, J. Barr, F. Marshall, P. Smith, F. Marshall, R. Cherry, C. Hampton, A. Chesmar, H. Chesm'ar, A. Johnson, C. Cherry.

LADBROOKS At the monthly meeting of the Ladbrooks School Committee Mr R. J. Ware (chairman) presided. A motion of sympathy was passed to the relatives of Mr F. W. Meyer, all members standing in silence. The number of pupils on the roll is 55. It was decided to hold the annual picnic at an early date, and the prize distribution and concert on December 18. A letter was received from the Rev. T. M. Curnow, vicar of Lincoln, asking for the use of the school on Sunday mornings for a Sunday School, ii--..'er the charge of Miss Lorna Larcombe. The committee granted the request. The grass in the playground is to be cut and carted away. LINCOLN Members of the Baptist Church met recently to welcome Mr F. Redell, a pastor-student from the Baptist Theological College, Auckland, who has taken charge of the Lincoln circuit for three months. The gathering was held in the public hall, and was well attended by members and friends. The evening was spent in games, music, and competitions. Among those present were Mesdames Wolfe, Gillett, Pratt, Thompson, Tod, and Greaves, Misses Joyce Mitchell, Dolly Barter, Linda Barter, Kathleen Miles, Marie Miles, Ruby Eilken, and M. Wolfe, Messrs F. Redell, C. Wolfe, G. Gillett, R. Thompson, Pratt, F. Foot, K. Gillett, G. Gillett, jun., and H. Fielden. The annual meeting of the Parish Guild of Missions was held in St. Stephen's vicarage on Thursday afternoon, the vicar (the Rev. T. M. Curnow) presiding over a good attendance. Arrangements were made to hold the annual missionary garden party in the vicarage garden oh the afternoon of Thursday, December 6, and the various stalls were allotted. A motion of sympathy with the relatives of the late Mrs Button, formerly a prominent member of the guild, was passed by the members. The chairman reported that the parish had exceeded its missions quota for the last financial year. After the meeting, a most interesting address, illustrated by

pictures and curios, was given by Nurse Kathleen Hall, who is on furlough from her work at Chi'ichou Hospital, in the North China mission, and whose work is supported by the Lincoln parochial district. Afternoon tea, provided by the members, completed a successful gathering. MARSHLAND Mr H. Hibbard presided at the monthly meeting of the Marshland Hall Committee. Applications for the position of caretaker were considered and Mr L. Erickson was appointed A letter was received from the Marshland Patriotic Committee agreeing to hand over to the hall trustees the balance of the patriotic funds for the upkeep of the memorial gates. Arrangements are complete for the fancy dress party to be held in the hall on Friday, November 30, to aid the Plunket committee's funds. Mrs Godby (Christchurch) has consented to judge the costumes. The Sea-Fish Commission has recommended the British Government to set up a herring board to control and reorganise the British herring Industry, from catching to selling. Sales abroad have fallen 55 per cent, since 1913, while sales in England have dropped 45 per cent. One in three, it is reported, has given up eating herrings, and advertising, it is thought, would restore the herring to popularity. The industry has too many boats, and the Government is recommended to grant £50,000 to buy lup and scrap the old ones among j them. Distribution is a most important factor. The fishermen get a pittance even while herrings sell at as much as 6d per lb in the shops.