NORTH CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21391, 6 February 1935, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY

RANGIORA PERSONAL Mr J. Mori, who for the ' last 15 ] months has been paymaster at the Public Works Department's Ashley j river protection scheme, has been I transferred back to the department's j Christchurch office. He will leave I Rangiora to-morrow. Mr J. Comerlord, of Christchurch, will take hiSj place at the works. Mr G W Southgate, who has been: in charge of the Rangiora boy scouts, for nearly two years, tendered his resignation at the last meeting of the boy scouts" committee. The resignation was accepted with regret, and reference was made to the interest Mr Southgate had taken in the boys during the time he had been associated with them, and he was complimented on the standard of efficiency to which he had raised the scouts. In reply, Mr Southgate mentioned that there was a former scout commissioner new residing in the district who, if he was approached, might carry on the work. Mr E. E. Langley, a member of the Canterbury Education Board, and Mr B. Riley foreman of works for the board, were in Rangiora yesterday. Borough Water Supply Provided the present spell of dry weather continues for the remainder of this month and the daily consumption of water used by the borough residents is as- heavy as it has been for several weeks past, the borough well, which supplies the town area, will be dry. It was stated in "The Press" of Thursday last that the level of the water in the well was Bft lin, but it has dropped quickly since then, and now stands at 6ft llin, and as the pump will not draw water from less than from two to three feet from the bottom of the well, there is approximately only from five to six feet of usable water left for consumption. The Borough Council has not yet placed any restriction on the use of water in the borough, although it is understood that there will be a meeting of the electric light and water committee to-morrow evening to consider the position. When approached yesterday the borough electrical engineer (Mr H. H. Matthews), who has charge of the borough water works, said he was very concerned about the position. He said it was obvious that the present supply could not last for any length of time at the present rate of drop. Mr Matthews said that it was interesting to note that after heavy rain the well did not, as a rule, show any appreciable rise until after about seven days. Primary Schools Reopen The primary schools in Rangiora and the surrounding districts reopened yesterday after the summer vacation. The Rangiora District School opened with a roll number of 350, which was an increase of 15 on the number on the opening day last year. At the end of last year 46 pupils left the school and there have been approximately 30 new enrolments. The headmaster (Mr J. T. O. Stephens) said yesterday that although the roll was a little smaller than at the end of last year, the figures as they stood at present would be increased during next week. He considered the position quite satisfactory for the opening day. Ministers' Association Formed A Rangiora Ministers' Association was formed at a meeting of ministers of the various denominations at Rangiora and surrounding districts. The Ven. ( Archdeason A. C. Purchas presided. There were also present the Rev. J. A. F. Watson (John Knox Presbyterian Church, Rangiora), the Rev. T. Coatsworth (Rangiora Methodist Church), the Rev. L. O. B. Lane (assistant curate St. John's Anglican Church, Rangiora), the Rev. W. Ford (Woodend), the Rev. T. Taylor (Sefton), the Rev. W. H. Vickery (Baptist), and Captain G. Houghton (Rangiora Salvation Army). The Ven. Archdeacon Purchas was elected president and the Rev. J. A. F. Watson secretary of the newlyformed association. It was agreed that at each meeting a paper on some religious subject be discussed. Cricket ' The dates for the match for the SubAssociation's Shield between North Canterbury (holders) and Christchurch Suburban were fixed for February 20 and 21 at a meeting of the management committee of the North Canterbury Cricket Sub-Associ-ation yesterday, when the president (Mr H. A. Bennett) presided. A junior representative game for the Sub-As-sociation's Cup between North Canterbury (holders) and Christchurch Suburban will also be played on the same dates. Both matches will be played on Hagley Park. Boy .Scouts' Committee A comprehensive report on the activities of the Rangiora boy scouts' camp, held recently at "Glasnevin," was given by Mr G. W. Southgate, who had charge of the boys, at a meeting of the Rangiora boy scouts' committee. Mr E. K. Banfield presided. Mr Southgate said that he had divided the boys into five patrols. The camp had been most successful from all points of view, and all the boys had enjoyed themselves. Votes of thanks were passed to those who had made gifts to the camp, and a special vote of thanks was passed to Mr E. S. Taylor, the owner of the property on which the camp was situated. 500 Tournament The first of a series of 500 tournaments was held by the women's auxiliary of the Rangiora branch of the Returned Soldiers' Association in the association rooms. The first prize was won by Messrs T. O'Carroll, W. Barron, and F. Lilley. Misses McQuillan, Adams, and Mr T. Griffiths, and Mrs B. Dench, and Messrs W. Watson and L. Sole tied for second prize. The lucky table prize was won by Messrs J. Wood, K. Hawkins, and L. Carlisle. Sports Club A decision strictly to enforce the rule prohibiting members of the club, who are unfinancial after Saturday, from playing in competition games, was made at a meeting of the committee of the United Bowling, Tennis, and Croquet Club, when Mr C. S. Ayres presided. The secretary and treasurer (Mr F. G. Tolmie) reported that outstanding subscriptions amounted to more than £3O. The North Canterbury Tennis SubAssociation was granted permission to use the club's courts for its championships on the next three Saturdays. Two new members were elected and two resignations accepted.

Bowls The annual friendly match between the Rangiora and Spreydon clubs will be played at Rangiora on Saturday. The Rangiora club will be represented by the following:—J. C. Scott, W. A. Banks, A. C. Benjes, G. Gibbs Jordan (s); W. E. Barton, W. A. Rowse, J. Lindon, R. H. Bailey (s); C. Rands, J. White, C. J. Keir, H. H. Matthews (s); H. J. Thompson, H. Taylor. C. S. Ayres, F. Benjes (s); T. Cooper, C. I. Jennings, R. Mcintosh, C. H. Hargreaves (s); M. H. Hamilton, A. H. Murray, H. A. Bennett, A. E. Hawkins (a); W. J. Inch, A. M. Carpenter, G. R. Symonds. G. W. Braxton (s). Amateur Athletics The Rangiora Amateur Athletic and Cycling Club will hold another of its series of evening sports meetings on

the Rangiora recreation grounds this evening. The handicaps for the running events are as foflows:— 100 Yards —W. Maunder, A. Hall, scr; R. Collister, Iyd; F. Hammer, F. Kirkpatrick, 2yds; N. Morrison, 4yds; W. P. Smith, B. Clarke, 6yds; W. Feary, G. Fahey, 7yds. 220 Yards—W. Maunder, scr; A. Hall; 2yds; R. Collister, 3yds; F. Kirkpatrick, F. Hammer, E. Rands, 6yds; N. Morrison, 10yds; M. Busby, Tbzer, G. Fahey, R. Clarke, J. W. Feary, 12yds; W. Jackson, J. Doody, 14yds. 880 Yards—E. Lunn, scr; A. Hall, Tozer, 20yds; G. Fahey, 30yds; N. Morrison, W. Jackson, M. Busby, 35yds; W. Feary, L. Cooke, 45yds; J. Doody, 50yds. 440 Yards Hurdles—W. Maunder, scr; E. Lunn, 2yds; F. Hammer, 6yds; N. Morrison, 12yds. Women's 100 Yards—L. Fitzsimmons, scr; E. Capill, 7yds; D. Macdonald, E. le Petit, 9yds. * Women's 75 Yards—L, Fitzsimmons, scr; E. Capill, syds; E. le Petit, 6yds; D. Macdonald, 7yds. Putting the Shot—F. Kirkoatrick, scr; K. Campbell, 7in: F. Hammer, lOin; R. Stead, llin; L. Stead, 14in. School Hours Altered A suggestion that the schools should be kept open on mornings only during the month of February in view of the hot weather was received yesterday in a telegram 1 from the Education Department by the secretary of the Rangiora High School Board of Governors, Mr J. A. Ivory. Mr Ivory said last evening that nothing definite could be done until the school opened today, but he did not think the suggestion could be carried out at the Rangiora High School, as so many of the pupils were from the country districts and came into Rangiora by train or bus. However, the school ' periods could probably be so arranged that the children would be in the open air as much as possible. Mr J. T. O. Stephens, headmaster of the Rangiora district primary school, stated last evening that he had not received any official communication of the rearrangement, but if it was the desire of the Canterbury Education Board the school would have to fall into line with the other primary schools. ** Amateur Cycling Arrangements for the second of a series of three evening track meetings to be held to-day week were made at a meeting of the Rangiora Amateur Cycling Ciub last evening, the president, Mr J. Cook, presiding. The distances for the races are two-thirds of a mile, one mile and a half, and a boys' one lap race. A tentative programme of track races for a points trophy, to be held at the conclusion of the present series, was drawn up. The programme, which will be submitted to the Canterbury Cycling Centre for its approval, includes races from half a mile to three miles, and a race at each meetjing for boys under 16.

KAIAPOI The Kaiappi Borough Council met last night. Present: The Mayor, the Rev. W. H. A. Vickery, Crs. A. E. Brown, C. M. Williams, J. Hirst, F. Thorne. J. W. Barnard, H. Rinaldi, A. Linklater, J. D. Williams, and E. Gray. The Commissioner of Crown Lands, Christchurch, wrote forwarding a copy of the terms of the arrangement now authorised between the Crown and local bodies about rates on properties in the name of the Commissioner of Crown Lands. It was decided that the Town Clerk ascertain whether any Crown land in the borough was liable for rates. The circuit steward of the Kaiapoi Methodist Church wrote inviting members of the council to attend the services in the Kaiapoi Mehtodist Church on February 17, when the Rev. W. B. Scott would conduct the services. The invitation was accepted. The financial statement showed the receipts since last meeting as £548 0s Id, the debit bank balance as £IOBB 2s lid. Accounts passed for payment amounted to £775 10s 2d..

CHEVIOT The fortnightly meeting of the Loyal Cheviot Lodge No. 9604, Ashley District, M.U., 1.0.0. F., was held in the Coronation Library, the Noble Grand, Bro. W. J. Carson, presiding over a good attendance. The secretary was instructed to write to the district secretary to inform him that no members from the Cheviot Lodge could stand for election this year. A letter was received form Mr John Campbell offering the services of the Mitchell-Camp-bell dance orchestra for the benefit dance to be held on February 15 to assist Bro. Bailey, who was recently injured in a threshing mill accident. The secretary was instructed to write to Mr Campbell accepting the offer and thanking the members of the orchestra for their generosity. The social secretary reported that he had received a donation of 10s to be added to the proceeds of the benefit dance. Arrangements for the dance were completed. The secretary reported that the quarterly summoned meeting' of members would-be held on February 18. As the end of this quarter will mark a term of one year during which the present medical scheme has been in force, it was decided to invite the lodge medical officer, Dr. L. H. Marshall, to attend the quarterly meeting to discuss any alterations to the agreement that might be considered necessary. Bro. G. M. Crampton was appointed guardian and Bro. J. A. Pain was appointed * warden. LOBURN The members of the Loburn Tennis Club visited the home of Mr and Mrs A. Bradley, who will leave Loburn shortly to live in Christchurch. An enjoyable time was spent in competitions and music. A twilight treasure : hunt held during the earlier part of the evening caused much interest, and was won by Mr A. Barwell. Other competitions were won by Mrs L. Bradley (2), Messrs H. Henry, and G. Mehrtens. Supper was served by the ladies. Following supper, Mr J. Montgomery, jun., spoke of the popularity of Mr and Mrs Bradley during the four years they had been members of the club, and of the loss their departure would mean to both the Tennis Club and the district. Mr J. W. Macleod, the president, then presented Mr and Mrs Bradley with a- handsome picture on behalf of the club and wished them every success in their new home. A small gift was also given for Miss Bradley. In reply, Mr Bradley expressed his own and Mrs Bradley's regret at leaving the district. Those present were Mr and Mrs A. Bradley, Mr and Mrs L. Bradley (North Island), Mr and Mrs J. W. Macleod, Mrs J. Montgomery and Miss Macleod; Misses Nancy and Patty Henry, Madge Montgomery, Alice and Myrtle Dawson, and Marion Hasell; Messrs George Mehrtens, Hugh Henry, Jed Morris, John Montgomery, Jim Robertson, Frank Hill, Jim Thompson, Alf BarwelL and Bill Mitchell.

KIMBERLEY The rainfall recorded at Kimberley for January was 1.26 inches, compared with 4.74 inches for the corresponding month last year. Rain fell on six days, the heaviest falls being on January 3 and 11, when 43 points and 37 points respectively were recorded. The rainfall did not benefit the country to the extent required, because of the unusually high temperatures and strong winds which blew from the northwest. The spell of dry weather has enabled farmers to get ahead with the harvest, and stook threshing and stacking are now completed. The yield this year in most cases will be from 15 to 20 bushels an acre less than last year. Feed for stock is very iscarce and the outlook for winter feed is not bright Mrs G. Evans (Lowcliffc) is spending a holiday with Mr and Mrs G. Gartery.