TIMARU AND SOUTH CANTERBURY NEWS

Press, Volume LXX, Issue 21329, 23 November 1934, Page 6

TIMARU AND SOUTH CANTERBURY NEWS

TIMARU MAGISTRATE'S COURT Mr C. R. Orr Walker, S.M., presided over a sitting of the Magistrates' Court, Timaru, yesterday. On a charge of being found in a state of intoxication while in charge of a motortruck, Preston George Stevens was remanded to appear on Tuesday next, when the inquest on Mrs Esther Josephine Rooney, who died from injuries after being struck by the vehicle, will be proceeded with. Accused was released on the same bail as before, self £SO and one surety of £SO. On a charge of parking a car in Stafford street otherwise than parallel with the kerb, Jeanetta Cameron was ordered to pay costs, 10s. Personal His Honour Mr Justice Frazer, Messrs W. Cecil Prime, and A. L. Monteith, members of the Arbitration (Jourt, left Timaru by the express for Christchurch yesterday. The Rev. James Baird has been elected president of the Timaru branch of the League of Nations Union. Arbitration Court At a sitting of the Arbitration Court at Timaru, Eric Courtney Devlin, of Glenavy, proceeded against Chelnole Limited, claiming £2 weekly from the date of an accident suffered by him on August 4, 1933, a weekly payment of £2 for the remainder of the period of liability, £1 medical expenses, and costs, and such further relief as might in the circumstances be considered just. The statement of claim set out that on August 4 plaintiff was assisting to load trucks at Glenavy and that in the course of his work his left leg was crushed, necessitating amputation below the knee. Plaintiff was a miner, and but for his injury would probably have been able to earn not less than £5 a week on attaining the age of 21. The defence made a general denial of the claims. Mr C. O'Rcgan appeared for plaintiff, and Mr C. S. Thomas for the defendant. After considerable evidence had been heard, judgment was given for plaintiff for £3Ol 9s lid. Robert Tinkler proceeded against William Winter, of Albury, threshing mill owner, claiming compensation at the rate of £3 weekly for seven weeks, with £1 medical expenses. Plaintiff claimed that while placing a chock under the back wheel of defendant's threshing mill his right thumb was jambed between the chock and the wheel rim, as a result of which the thumb was seriously bruised. The defence was a general denial of the allegation. Mr A. D. Mcßae appeared for plaintiff, and Mr W. D. Campbell for defendant. After hearing evidence, his Honour said tha't there was nothing before the court to connect the condition of the thumb with the effects of injury on April 23. Judgment was entered for defendant. Leave to apply for costs was granted. Relief of Unemployed A telegram was sent to the actingMinister for Employ men I, the Hon. J. A. Young, yesterday by the Timaru Unemployment Workers Union, stating that, groat dissatisfaction was being felt among the unemployed at Timaru about the reply to the telegram of the Mayor illr T. V. S.u'ei-lh-waite) asking for a greater allocation for Timaru men. More definite information was immediately requested concerning the proposed allocation increase, and said the telegram, the men were becoming impatient. Outbreak of Fire An outbreak of fire in a heap of wood and rubbish at the residence of Mr Cookslcy, lower Queen street, resulted in the Timaru Fire Brigade being summoned at 12.32 a.m. yesterday. When the brigade arrived the flames had secured a good hold and had spread to a mncrocarpa hedge. The outbreak was however, extinguished with a lead of ho.-.e. Croquet In an inter-club croquet match played on the Timaru lawn. Ashl.uiry was defeated by Tirnaru by five game.; to four. The scores were as follows, Ashbury names being given first: Singles:—Mrs Foote 20, Mrs Hunt 18; Mrs Turnbull 21, Mrs Sampson 2G; Mrs Panton 11, Mrs Watt 2G; Mrs A. C. Martin 26. Mrs Huddle.ston 21; Mrs Allchurch 18, Mrs Tank 2G: Mrs Edyvean 19, Mrs Wotherspoon 2G. Doubles:—Mesdames Foote and Turnbull 26, Mesdames Hunt and Sampson 22; Mesdames Panton and Martin 15, Mesdames Watt and Huddleston 26; Mesdames / 'church and Edyvean 26, Mesdames Tank and Wotherspoon 24. Jubilee of Priest To celebrate the silver jubilee of the ordination of the Rev. Father M. Murphy, S.M., as a priest, a large gathering of parishioners of the Church of the Sacred Heart met on Wednesday night in St. Patrick's Hall. On. behalf of the parishioners Mr C. F. Clarke presented Father Murphy with a wal- j let of notes. The Rev. Father J. Herbert (\Vaimatc) said that Father Murphy was well known to Roman Catholics and the public generally. Shortly after his ordination. Father Murphy had come to Timaru. where he laboured for his nock. Subsequently he had gone overseas on service with the Now Zealand troops. He had been back in Timaru for a number of years now and he had played his part not only in the parish but also in civic affairs. The Mayor (Mr T. W. Satterthwaitc) said that like himself Father Murphy was a native of the West Coast, having been born in Kumara. Timaru was proud that Father Murphy had commenced his priesthood in the town. He had always been a good citizen of Timaru. and had taken an interest in anything for its good. His work made him a valuable member of the Central Relief Society and of the Timaru Unemployment Committee. Mr W. H. Hall also paid a tribute to Father Murphy on behalf of parishioners. It took a wizard of finance, he said, to conduct the affairs of a parish such- as Timaru, but Father Murphy did it efficiently and without fuss.

Responding, Father Murphy said that for the last 25 years, like many another priest, he had in the course of duty been privileged to work for others, and organise functions on behalf of others, and although he seemed now to be the subject of speeches, it did not seem to him that lie was the person to whom reference was made. Some 25 years ago it had been his privilege to pass through the seminary at Meanee and with him had been associated two men from Timaru, the Rev. Father Venning, now of Wellington, and the Very Rev. Dr. Geaney, rector of the seminary at Greenmeadows. In his long years ot study with these men he had heard a lot of Timaru. He believed that so many men from the West Coast had made good because of the struggle their parents had had in bringing them up. He thought, too, that more men from the West Coast had entered the priesthood than from any other place. Even though he was in charge of the parish in name, there were three other priests who, in the sight of God, were equally responsible for the work done. He regarded the gathering as a tribute to the priesthood more than to himself ■personally. What he had been able to do outside the church, he added, was due to the assistance of the other

priests, who had carried on the work of the parish. A musical programme was contributed and supper was provided. Personal Constable R. Watt, who has been transferred to the Detective Office, Christchurch. was met at Timaru bymembers of the local police force, the staff of the Magistrate's Court, and a number of friends, on whose behalf Senior-Sergeant I. Mathieson presented him with a case of pipes, a tobacco pouch, fountain pen, and pocket wallet, at the same time referring to the good feeling which had existed between Constable Watt and his colleagues. Good wishes were also extended to Constable Watt by Sergeant J. Hodgson, Constables H. Hogg and J. Devlin, and Messrs T. Kane, J. Lillico, A. Aitken, and W. Lawson. GERALDINE A successful Christmas stall wasr held nt the corner of Wilson and Talbot streets on Wednesday, in aid of the Wolf Cub pack's uniform fund, and was conducted by mothers of the cubs. The stall was well stocked, and there were ready purchasers for the goods. A Christmas cake competition was won by Mr .1. J. Mulvey, Pleasant Valley. Mesdames A. J. Burmester, E. P. Bennett, C. J. Hayward, F. W. Grayburn. R. Richards, and A. Sutherland, assisted by the wolf cub mistress, Miss L. Tfawke, were in charge of the stall. The following players will represent the Geraldine Cricket Club in the senior competition match against Timaru, at Geraldine to-morrow:—,T. L. Stone-Wig?,', S. Callanan, E. E. Scott, F. Stack, .1. Stack, I. Anderson. R. McNamara, R. L. Haves, P. Callanan, S. Pan-, B. Glen. Reserves: E. Polhill, B. Stringer, C. Scott. PLEASANT POINT The monthly meeting of the Pleasant Point District High School Committee, was attended by Mesdames Taylor and Cartwrighl, and Messrs W. B. Oborn (chairman), W. Halkett (secretary), 1,. Rendall, and Dr. Bonham. The headmaster reported that the attendances had been 144.3 of a roll of 154, in ihc primary department, and 33.7 of a roll of 38, in the secondary department. Absences were caused by the influenza epidemic. Miss Oed had resumed staff duties after sick leave. A refresher course for teachers from surrounding schools had been held on October 29 and 30. It was decided to hold an excursion to Caroline Bay, when the .school will reassemble in February, the children to be supplied with free tickets. It was decided to present only dux medals and to issue merit cards, in place of prizes at the break-up ceremony. At a meeting of'tho Gala Committee it was decided to hold the function at the Domain in December, before the schools' breaking up. Bast year's programme was approved with" minor alterations and the addition of several novelty events and a sheep-dog trial. It was docld'-d to ask all sports bodies to assist with the programme and to send two delegates to the ncy.i meetin;;. A branch of the 8ab..,,,- narty has been form<"d lets l!v with Mr Smith as chairman and Mr Saunders a'-- secretary. W AW ATE The president. Dr. T. W. Wylie, prej .-ided at a me. (in- of tlv Waihao ToriI ni.: ion, vh'h lh< :-uhstiluion of Glci.av.s for St. Patrick's "m !!-'• C -.ado ,-n ipsi it ion w.v. confirmed. The Mos'h Otago A oeiation wrote approving the sal} a. relation's proposal that half the Waimale Club's annual levy be paid through tile subas;odaf ion. which should bo levied for subscription to the New Zealand Association on half the club's membership. Waimate Club wrote offering, in case of special levy by the sub-asso-ciafion on afliliated clubs, to pay on two-thirds membership provided the club was granted representation on the sub-association on the same basis as other clubs. This arrangement was agreed to. North Otogo advised that December I would be suitable for a i roprerrnative game in Waimate, and j also that the Oamaru Club's courts I would he available on Thursday, Dc- , ecmb'T 13. for a representative game between Waihao rt]i(\ southern subassociations 11,I 1 , was decided lo issue a challenge to the Southern Association for a match on December 13. team'- to be of six men and six women. The meeting decided to hold a doubles tournament about the third Thursday in January. The following draw was approved: November 21: Willowbridgc v. High School. December G: Morven v. Waimate No. 2, at Waimate: Makikihi v. Waimale No. 1, at Makikihi; Willowbridge v. Waihao Downs, at Willowbridge. December 13: St. Patrick's v. High School, at St. Patrick's. Bro. R. Cracknel), N.G., presided at a meeting of Boyal Waimate Lodge, .No. 80. when there was a good attendance. An invitation was received from Sunshine Rebekah Lodge, Timaru. inviting the lodge to visit them on December 0, and the secretary was instructed to make arrangements for the trip. One brother was reported on the sick list, and one candidate was proposed for membership. The social committee reported that the social evenings were still being well attended, and would bo continued. Discussion ensued on the Friendly Societies' Council and the delegates to the council were instructed to convey the lodge's verdict. TEMUKA The Temuka Borough Council met on Wednesday evening, there being present, the Mayor, Mr A. W. Buzan, and Crs. E. Blackmore, A. E. Smith, W. F. Evans. P. IT. Lynch, I. W. T. Baxter, W. H. McMillan, J. King, and G. Hancox. A motion of sympathy with the relatives of Mesdames H. A. Bremner, A. Gray, and A. Nicholas was passed. Reference was made to the illness of Cr. T. Dwan, and the hope was expressed that he would soon be restored to his usual good health. The Mayor said that he had inspected the protective works on the Temuka riverbed at the south end of Maude street, where a good job had been made. The Public Works Department advised that the maximum rate of wages that the Main Highways Board would subsidise for workmen employed on main highways would be increased by 5 per cent, as from April 1, 1934. A request from the residents of Davie street requesting the council to asphalt the west: side footpath was held, over until the framing of next year's estimates. The band contest committee, Timaru. wrote requesting the council to observe a half-holiday in Temuka on Saturday, February 23, the date of the New Zealand championship contest at Timaru. The matter was referred to the Progress League. The finance committee reported that the receipts for the month totalled £920 5s 9d, and that accounts for payment amounted to £1543 18s lOd. There was a debit balance of £49 lGs 9d. The works committee recommended that quotations for tar and topdressing materials be procured. The town clerk submitted the half-yearly financial report which showed that the total receipts in the general account had been £1935 10s, leaving a credit balance of £448 15s Bd. The excess of receipts over payments was due to more than half the revenue being collected and less than half the expenditure being incurred during the first six months of the year. A forecast of the position at the end of

the financial year indicated a credit balance of £52 5s Bd. The executive was appointed to make the arrangements lor the celebration of Pioneers' Sunday on December IG. The same members then met as the Temuka Domain Board. The South Canterbury Federation of Women's Inst ilutes were granted permission to use the Domain on a Saturday in December for the folk dance festival. Mr Thomas Buxton, who gave the swimming baths to Temuka some 20 years ago, wrote granting permission to make a charge; for admission to the baths. The arranging of a scale of charges was referred to the swimming club. The Glcniti School Committee ant! the Seadown Women's Institute were granted the use of the domain for their annual picnics. Mas;;ey Agricultural College wrote giving particulars of New Zealand flax which the board had decided to plant in one of the reserves in the vicinity of the Temuka river, and it was agreed to procure 3000 plants. The newly-formed amateur athletic club were granted tho use of the domain on December 13 to hold their first sports gathering, and a similar request from the Caledonian Society for Boxing Day was also approved. At a meeting of the borough council it was decided to subdivide one j of the reserves on the cast side of i the town and to offer the sections for building purposes under the Glasgow ! lease system. The decision was arrived at after many enquiries had been : made from the State Advances Depart- | merit and the Ashburton Borough : Council. A curious position arose, however, when the council discovered j that it only held the titles for two of the reserves. In arswer to an enquiry the Christchurcb Lands and Deeds Registry Ofllce advised that it had no titles to 21 reserves. By Gazette, 18fi7, they were reserved pursuant to the Land Act, 1835, as endowments in I aid of the town board funds, but no J authority vesting them in the borough | council could be traced. Apparently they were still vested in the Crown and an order-in-council would be required to vest ihrrn in the council. Kven the cemetery and adjoining re- ! serve was still vi sted in the crown. ! It, was decided to take (he nrccs.'ary ' s'eps to have a!J the reserves vested : in the council, ;,nd the town clerk was in.lructcd to ascertain if a survey was I r.rrnr.-:nry. and if so, the probable cost. i For the cemetery reserve, action will I be taken through the Health Department. ST. ANDREWS The final meeting of the year of the St. Andrews Mothers' Union took the form of a garden party at the vicarage. Before (he garden party a short service, conducted by the Rev. J. Hay, was held in the church. The weather was ideal and a large gathering of members of the mothers' union and Presbyterian Guild, and visitors from Timaru and Waimate, assembled at the vicarage. The afternoon was filled in with clock golf and a treasure hunt. The beautiful lawns and gardens came in for much favourable comment. Thanks were tendered by the visitors to the mothers' union and to Mr and Mrs Hay for the use of their grounds. FAIRLIE - The tender of Mr H. Foden has been accepted to erect a new block of yards for the Fairlie Saleyards Company, T.ld. This block, which will be used for fats, will have a holding capacity of :«.'x>ut 4000. It is the intention of the company, as funds permit, eventually to renew the whole of the yards. It is hoped that the contractors will have the new yards completed by the time the sales commence in mid January. DAMAGE TO LAUNCH —-«- OWNER AWARDED DAMAGES 'l'Htss ASSOCIATION TEI.BORAM.) WELLINGTON, November 22. When the Wellington launch Kereru, now named Charlie's Aunt, was driven ashore at Palliscr Bay by a southerly gale last June, her owner, Charles Henry Allan Bustard, was not aboard, and did not know that she was being used on a trip. To-day in the Magistrate's Court he claimed £B7 from Arthur Woolf, to whom the keys of the launch had been given, and who was on board at the time of the mishap, alleging that, the launch had been taken unlawfully, without authority from the boat harbour. Mr E. Page, S.M., awarded £7O and costs. The plaintiff said the keys were given so that the boat could be pumped out. No mention of the defendant's using it was made. The defendant had some repairs done, but later when the plaintiff had the boat stripped, 18 ribs were found broken, and the engine and the keelson were loose. ! The defendant said he was definitely instructed to use and look after the ' boat, and to keen it in running order. ! He considered himself justified in taking a day's trip in it. Have you anything to sell—Do you wish to buy? If so, a small advertisement in the classified section of "The Press" will be all you need. 12 words Is, three insertion? 2s 6d. -_$