MID-CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21506, 22 June 1935, Page 7

MID-CANTERBURY

ASHBUBTON PERSONAL Mr G. A. Franks, Lyndhurst, has been appointed the delegate of the Mid-danterbury Provincial Executive of the New Zealand Farmers' Union at the Dominion conference of the union at Wellington next month. Appreciative reference to the reports of meetings of the Mid-Canterbury executive of the Farmers' Union by Mr A. Mitchell, the representative of the "Sun," during the many years he had been attending the meetings was made by the president of the executive (Mr R. Oakley) yesterday. He said it was the last occasion on which Mr Mitchell would attend the executive's meetings, and he wished . to thank him for the way iri which he had reported the business. Flock Ewe Competition The entries for the Mid-Canterbury ilock ewe competition, under the auspices of the Ashburton, Mayfield, and Methven Agricultural and Pastoral Associations, closed last evening with a total of 27, compared with 30 in 1032. when the competition was last held, there being one more class on i that, occasion. The entries have come in from all sections of the Ashburton County, and judging will occupy two days—next Thursday and Friday—the first day being devoted to judging on the south side of the Ashburton river and the second to judging sheep on the north side of the river. On Friday evening a social will be held for the announcement of the awards and the presentation of trophies. The entries in the various classes are as fol-lows:—Two-tooth and over halfbred or Corriedale ewes, 7; halfbred or Carriedale ewe lambs, 13; three-quarterbred or crossbred ewe lambs, 3; farmers ewes, any age, 4. » Frost A frost of 0.5 degrees' intensity was recorded at the weather station" in the Ashburton Domain yesterday morning. The weather was pleasant during the i day. Farmers' Union The monthly meeting of the MidCanterbury Provincial Executive of the New Zealand Farmers' Union was held yesterday, when the president (Mr Raymond" Oakley, of Mayfield) presided. The Otago Provincial Council of the union wrote urging that action be taken to protect barley growers and I suggesting that a board or committee ! be set up to consider methods of marketing and introducing a protective tariff, particularly against th« importation of barley from Australia. The president said barley was admitted from Australia free of duty so long ns it was used for feed, but it would appear that a grade suitable for brewing was coming in under that | heading. i Mr J. Brown (Ashburton) said there | was more barley grown in the Eilesmere district than at Ashburton. ! It was decided that the Mid-Canter-bury delegates to the Dominion FarmprV Union conference at Wellington next month attend n conference on the question. It was decided that the New Zealand Meat Producers' Board be written to requesting that provision be made for Mid-Canterbury to have one delegate each vear on the electoral college of the board. It was agreed that the North Canterbury delegate be asked lo support the proposal. In accordance with the established practice, it was agreed to support the nomination of a delegate of the North Canterbury Provincial Executive to ; the Electoral College of the Meat Board. The New Zealand Farmers' Union, Dominion Executive, forwarded n reply from the Government following the resolution drawing its attention to excessive charges being made for snare parts of farm machinery. The Government's reply stated that an investigation into the prices charged

would be an undertaking that would occupy a substantial length of time and would put manufacturers and importers of those parts to a considerable amount of trouble. The Dominion Executive esked for specific cases of over-charging. Mr F. G. Evans (Ashburton Forks) said that it was time that all-round costs should be taken into consideration. Prices of primary produce had come down and appeared to be more or less stable, therefore other costs should come down. Excessive costs were half the trouble of the farmers. Mr W. R. Hammond (Winehmore) stated that members should remember that firms were required to carry large stocks of spare parts for the convenience of farmers, some of which might never be used. Mr C. A. Campion (Methven) in- i stanced what he considered was an j exorbitant charge for the spare part for a tin mill, while another member! referred to the excessive cost of a J part for a separator. It was agreed that members refer | to the secretary any further instances ] of excessive charges being made for | spare parts for machinery. The Dominion executive wrote that j a request had been received asking for contributions to the King's jubilee fund of the New Zealand branch of the British Empire Cancer Campaign Society. On the motion of Mr C. C. Winn (Methven) it was decided to receive the letter on the ground that the present funds for research were quite adequate until science had made more progress than it had to-day. Mr Winn said that the funds were growing faster than they could be used satisfactorily. The following were appointed to the standing committee of the executive to deal with urgent business and to meet before the general meetings:—Messrs R. Oakley (Mayfield), G. A. Franks (Lyndhurst). James Carr (Methven), F. Frampton (Wakanui). W. R. Hammond (Winchmore). F. G. Evans (Ashburton Forks). A. P. Bruce (Pendavves), C. C. Winn (Methven). S. H. Lill (Tinwald). and Gordon Johnston (Mayfleld). ~.,,. Thanks was extended to branches for donations to the executive's funds as follows:—Ashburton £6. Lauriston £3, Mayfield £3 3s. and Hinds £2. Choir Social Members of the Tinwald, Anglican, and Baring Square Methodist, Church choirs were entertained at a social function by the St. Stephen's Anglican choir on Thursday evening. There was a large attendance and an enjoyable evening was spent : i games and competitions. In the absence in Christchurch of the Ven. Archdeacon A. J. Petrie. the visitors were welcomed by Mr J. C. Thompson, and on behalf of the Baring square members Mr W. H. Higgins expressed appreciation of the hospitality accorded. Mr

S. M. Cassidy, who controlled the games, also spoke. A duet was uung by Miss L. Acton and Mr W. Corbett, and Miss B. Opie sang a solo. Prizes were won by Miss B. Opie and Mr Q. Warriner.

Concert at Hampstead A concert was, given in aid of »e funds of the Ashburton East Presbyterian Sunday School by the St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church choir in the Hampstead Hall on Thursday evening. The Rev. R. S. Watson presided over a fair attendance. The following programme was given:—Part-song, "The Vikings' Song," choir; vocal duet, Misses I. Jamieson and C. Miller; solo. Mr E. C. fyc-rrish; violin solo, Mrs W G. McDonald; item by the Hampstead Women's Institute choir; solo, Miss D Craighead: instrumental trio. Messrs G. Holmes, D. Cox, and A. Calder-part-songs, "Lullaby" and "My Love is Like a Red. Red Rose," choir; piano solo, Mrs A. C. Williams: eolo. Mr H. Silverwood: violin solo. Mrs W. G. McDonald: sold. Miss L Gardner: duet Mrs W. Barrett and Mr L. J. Watt; solo, Mr E. G. Craighead; quartet, Mrs Craighead. Miss Gardner, Messrs H. S. Gardner, and Craighead; part-song, "When Allefi-a-dale." choir. Supper was served at the conclusion. Mission Address The Rev. G. I. Laurenson (deputysuperintendent of the Home Mission I department of the New Zealand Metho- j dist Church) gave an interesting address on the work of the department j at the Baring Square Schoolroom on! Thursday evening. There was a fairly good attendance and the Rev. G. B. Hinton presided. Several anthems were presented by the choir. Miss Merle Brown gave a solo, and Miss Jean Rattray gave a recitation. Hockey The draw for the competitions of the Ashburton Ladies' Hockey Association to-day is as follows:—Senior: Lowcliffe v. Rakaia, at Ashburton; Tinwald v. Baring Square, at Tinwald; Old Girls v. Mount Somers, at Ashbur|ton; Hinds v. Methven, at Methven ; (Mr H. Glasson, referee). Junior: I High School v. Tinwald, at Tinwald, lat 1.45 p.m. (Miss A. Loach); Hinds B v. Methven, at Hinds (Mrs Hampton). Rugby Football The following players will represent the Old Boys' Football Club in matches to-day:— Seniors v. Allenton, at Show Grounds, at 2.45 p.m.—R. Bennison, A. Argyle. W. Smitheram. F. Sotham. J. Partridge. W. Alexander, G. d'Auvergne, J. Gorman, R. Keeley, R. Todd, W. Fagan, R. Sharplln, Porter, R. McTigue, C. Hobbs. Juniors VcMayfield. at Show Grounds, at 2.45 p.m.—R. Lloyd, J. Brosnahan. H. Quinn. C. Coldicott, R. Fear, A. Mathieson. D. Ross. B. Milsom, D. Hanrahan. D. White, F. Jordan, S. Kerr. V. O'Donoghue, S. Duncan, C O'Grady. N. Moore. Third Grade v. Methven, at Methven, at 2.45 p.m.—J. Broom, E. Knox. C. Attwood. R. White. L. Anderson J. White, A. Kelly, L. Smitheram, R Ford, W. Bruce. P. Baigent. H. Jordan. P. Fear, E. Moore, F. Holloway, J. Taylor. B. Macmillan.

The attention of readers is directed to the Ashburton advertisements appearing on this page. RUAPUNA There was a good attendance at the military dance held in the local hall on Thursday evening, under the auspices, of the Canterbury Yeomanry Cavalry. The hall was brightly decorated with red. white, and blue streamers, while flags, interspersed with black saddle-cloths with the "C.Y.C" monogram in orange, were hung around the walls. During the evening Major Nicoll projected cinematograph pictures taken at the regimental camp neld at Mount Somers last month, when the B Squadron, Ashburton Mounted Rifles, was again awarded the famous Gallipoli Cup. The squadron has won this coveted trophy for the seventh time in succession. Major Nicoll, in presenting the McKenzie Cup, given by Colonel McKenzie, of Geraldine. to the best allround section in B Squadron, congratulated the Ruapuna Section on their win and on their efficiency, and the enthusiasm of Corporal McLay, who was in charge of the "section. Corporal McLay received the cup on 'behalf of the Ruanuna Section. The Mont* Carlo one-step was won by Miss Hazel GalMly and Mr Eric Rdwell. and the lucky spot Waltz was won by Miss Donelle McLeod and Mr ■3L ??*&■*• , Music was played by Mitchell's orchestra and an extra by Miss Hazel Galletly. Mr G. Branch t wa* muter of eaftetaotum

RAKAIA The Rakala Women s Institute held a well attended concert ift the Town Hall on Thursday evening. Mt A. & Mood was stage manager. The president, Mrs Nicol welcomed all present. The programme was as folbers of the institute; instrumental duets, Mr and Miss Keane; ballet, "Alice Blue Gown," Mrs Peterson, Misses E. Kidd, N. >Tatterson, M. Rap? ley, M. Nawman, B. Crossley, and !E» Newman; sea shanties, Misses D. Pluck, B. Clark, M. Haslett, H. Colombus, £. Coatsworth, and P. Man* tin; song, Mr Mills; character song; Mrs Constable; recitations, Miss Ashford; play, "Between the Soup and the Savoury," Mrs Mead, Misses *M. Lee, and B. Coatsworth; character eong, Miss D. Cromie; play, 'JHenry VliL" Misses B, Crossley, E. Kidd. and E. Newman; vocal sold, Miss Smith; tableau, Misses M. Kenv/ard, E. Kenward, E. Kidd, and D. Cromie; Highland fung, and tap Mr Russel Dbwler and Mils May Palmer; play, "Aunt t4Me's friends,", Mesdames Hardy, Mead, and Peterson, and Misses Smith. Newman, Stewart and Stevenson; character duet, Misses B. Crossley and B. Coatsworth. The accompanists were Misses & M. Stewart, M. Morrison, B. Coatsworth, and Mrs Dowler. >

FAIRTON Mrs Anderson presided and > there was a fair attendance at the June meeting of the Falrtoa Women's Institute. It was decided to make a donation to the Mid-Canterbury Federation. A letter was read from Staveley agreeing to exchange books with the Fairton Library. Arrange* meats for the Institute birthday party In July were completed. Arrangements were also made for another crib and euchre evening, to be held on July 18. when the drama circle would give a play entitled bert Says." Members, kindly offered to give the prizes for the cards; ' A pretty and interesting demonstrate tion on the making of paper flowers was given by Mrs Fiatman, Hampstead, for which she was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. A vote of thanks was passed to the hostesses, Mesdames Hooper,and Ford. ' : ~ The results of the competitions, 1 Judged by Mesdames Fiatman, Taylor and Nutbrown, were:—Floating bowl, Mrs /inderson 1, Mrs Moor 2, Mrs Ford and Mrs McCall (equal) Si article made from rubber tubes, Mr* Evans and Miss Evans (equal) 1, Mrs Anderson and Mrs McCall (equai) 2, Mrs Ford and Miss Anderson (equal) 3; dripping pastry, Mrs Oram. 1, Mrs | Willis 2. Mrs Ford 3.

MOUNT SOMERS At the monthly meeting of the Mount Somers School Committee there were present: Messrs J. A. Mears, Li King, W, R. Glasson, G.E Doak, and J. T. Bull The headmaster reported that the roll number was' 48, with ati average attendance of 45. . To celebrate the King's Silver Jubilee It was reported that native trees had been planted and a gramophone and records purchased for use in the school. It was decided to hold a series of fortnightly dances In the school In aid of the funds, the series to begin on Saturday. Returned Soldiers' Ban The returned, soldiers' annual ball, held in the Soldiers' Memorial Hail, was an, outstanding success, Mr I* Hood was chairman and Mr W.' A, SUarpe honorary secretary of the com* mittea. The ballroom was decorated with red, white, and blue streamers, greenery, lanterns, and coloured 11ght& Music was played by the Jtawwik Campbell (Christchurch) and .Cook's ayndhurst) orchestras. MesJw G. X* Hood and W. A Sharp? were Joint masters of ceremonies, Uuftlor soot s!*!£*•£' aa »Pt<*« Mm a,Syiae*nd Mr W. Eagle, and-Mtes Grten and Mr Kingsbury. BeftVy Rain , , . , A *?**? of *** inch an* a of rain fell during the recent storm, and all the snow that fell recently has disappeared. There was a frost sf 52 degrees yesterday morning, when the"