NORTH CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXXII, Issue 21721, 2 March 1936, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY

RANGIORA unemployed youths From the small response to an appeal lor them to notify the Labour JJureau that they want work, unemployed youths in Rangiora apparently do not realise that efforts are being made to assist them. It was desired that those between the ages of 16 and 20 years should give their names to the officer in charge of the bureau by Saturday, but so far ofcly a very small number has done so. Stack Competition Only two entries have been received so far for the stack competition included in the Northern Agricultural and Pastoral Association’s field roots competition schedule. In view of the abnormal season, it is possible that toe closing date will be extended. The is for the best-built oaten-sheaf round stack, not less than 15 yards in circumference at toe base. County Bates Rates owing to the Rangiora County Council for the current year came in rapidly during the last two days for payment, more than £7OO being received on Friday and Saturday. About £9OO will incur toe penalty of 10 per cent imposed for non-payment before the end of February. The total rate struck was £3OOO and £4IOO had been paid when toe closed at noon on Saturday. Month’s Rainfall More rain fell in Rangiora during February than In any one month for some years. The total was 9.sSin, compared with 09in in the same month last year. This big increase is mainly due to the abnormal fall a week ago. ; The total is much higher than that for what are recognised as the wet months of the year, while it exceeds the average fall for February during the last 17 years, by Sin. The average was I. . . Returned Soldiers’ Association Poppy Day will be held in Rangiora on April 14 and, at its meeting on Saturday evening, the executive of the Rangiora Returned Soldiers’ Association decided to ask toe Mayoress (Miss P. D. Tyler) to organise the appeal. The president (Mr J. W. Macleod) presided at the meeting and there were also present Messrs F. Hunt (secretary), H. K. Kippenberger. E. Hills, R. A. Scott, H. Hammond, C. How, S. Whitta. A. A. King, E. Doggett. T. Prior, and F. Lowe. The resolution of the Dominion executive against toe screening of pictures on Anzac Day was directed to be forwarded to toe Rangiora Borough Council. ... , It was decided to hold the annual smoke concert on April 11, and the annual meeting on May 2, nominations for the new committee to close on April 4. . ~, The resignation of the secretary (Mr Hunt) was received with regret and appreciation of his services during the last four years was recorded. It was agreed to ask Mr F. G. Tolmie to take over the secretaryship as from April Sunday School Picnics Children of St. John’s Anglican Sunday School, Rangiora, spent a happy day at Stewart’s Gully on Saturday, when the annual picnic was held. More than 130 children and adults attended the outing, travelling by train from Rangiora. .... „ The Rangiora Methodist Sunday School also held a picnic on Saturday, about 70 children and adults visiting the residence of Mr A. M. Carpenter, at Fernside, where they spent an enjoyable afternoon. Personal Mr D. Spiller, who has been visiting Rangiora, has returned to Wellington, Mr H. T. Oates, borough inspector at Rangiora, will resume duty to-day after a fortnight’s holiday. Mr W. Maunder, who left for Templeton during the week-end, was presented with a fountain-pen and eversharp pencil by the president (Mr F. E. Martyn). for members of toe Rangiora Amateur Athletic and Cycling Club, at the sports meeting on Saturday afternoon. Mr S. Handisides, of Spreydon. conducted services at the Rangiora Baptist Church yesterday. Lieutenant-Colonel D. Dobson, M.C., D.5.0., will be asked by the Rangiora Returned Soldiers’ Association to be toe chief speaker at the Anzac Day service in Rangiora. Athletic and Cycling Trophies Points for the trophies of the Rangiora Amateur Athletic and Cycling Club awarded at the five evening meetings held during the 1935-36 season, are as follows: Club Cup—D. Lyons, 54 points, 1; W. Maunder, 49 points, 2; K. Lovell, 31 points, 3. Open cup, D. Lyons, 44 points, 1; W. Maunder, 38 points, 2; K. Lovell, 25 points, 3. Women’s cup. Miss L. Fitzsimmons, 32 points, 1; Miss D. Tavendale, 26 points, 2; Miss J. Dreaver and Miss D. Williams, 10 points (equal) 3. Cycling cup, L. Thomson, 20 points, 1; F. Jones and N. Dempsey, 8 points (equal), 2, Juvenile cup, K. .Matthews, 17 points, 1. Trophies will be presented at the club’s annual dance in May. Ashley River Flood To see the damage done by the flood, members of the Ashley River Trust will make an inspection of the river on Thursday, They will also inspect Stony creek, where shingle deposits are damaging farm land. Fernside, Coldstream, Sefton, and Waikuku residents who suffered in the flood held a meeting in Rangiora, at which it was decided to petition the Minister for Public Works (the Hon. R. Semple) to have a resurvey of the river carried out, and investigations .made into the protective scheme. Mountaineering Trips Two members of the Rangiora Mountaineering and Tramping Club spent the week-end climbing from the Carrington Hut and another party of three visited Arthur’s Pass and climbed in that region. Friendly Bowling Match In a friendly match at Rangiora on Saturday afternoon, the Rangiora Bowling Club beat Linwood by 172 to 103. Results are as follows, Rangiora names being given first: — W, Barton, C, J. Roseveare, R. McIntosh, C. H. Hargreaves (s) 33, Chapman, J. Wasley, J. Crombie, R. Kellaway (s) 14; G. W, Braxton, C. F. Meyers, J. Lindon, F. L. Benjes (s) 28, P. Harvey, W. Bridgeman, E. Ellis, F. J. Good (s) 20; M. H. Hamilton, G. H. Symmonds, H. A. Bennett, A. E. Hawkins (s) 33, R. Yellowlees, Sorrell, H. Jefcoate, W. Sprosen (s) 12; W. J. Inch, J. Inch, C. S. Ayers, C. J. Keir (s) 17, S. Webster, T. Bigwood, J. Teasdale, D. Dickson (s) 23; R. H. Taylor, W. Atkinson, W. A. Banks, H. H. Matthews (s) 22. T. Jones, W, H. Smith, J, Richardson. E. Pegg (s) 16; A. Burt, R. R, Gillanders, C. I. Jennings, G, Gibbs Jordan (s) 39. H. Brett. E. Ritchie, C. Tustin, R. Miller (s) 18. Regent Theatre On the eve of his wedding day, young Edwin Drood mysteriously disappeared. What really happened to him is revealed in a series of astounding sequences in “The Mystery of Edwin Drood,” which will be presented at the Regent Theatre, Rangiora, tomorrow afternoon and evening. In the leading foie is Claude Rains as John Pasper, a highly respected choirmaster of Cloisterham Cathedral, a veritable Dr. Jekyll- and Mr Hyde. Supporting Claude Rains is a cast of film notables such as is rarely seen in one picture. Among them are Doug-

AMURI A large and well-attended meeting of the committee of the Amuri Agricultural and Pastoral -Association was held recently, the president, Mr J. Thomson, presiding. * The balancesheet showed a credit of £33 6s 3d. Receipts since last meeting were £l3 12s, and expenditure £1 11s 4d. It was decided to' engage the services of the North Canterbury Highland Pipe Band, and install a loud speaker foe show day. . The president and senior vice-presi-dent. were appointed delegates to attending a meeting at Cuiverden on Friday. It was reported that approximately 300 show schedules were issued recently. Several new judges were appointed to fill vacancies. The following officials and marshals (each marshal to appoint hisnown stewards) were appointed:—Hesse competition parade steward, Mr J. L. Macfarlano; measuring steward and ring marshal, Mr G. Loffhagen; marshals, Messrs R. Betheil. C. Hcskrng, R. Cbailey. H. O- Baker; loud speaker steward, Mr J, Thomson; marshals: draughts, Mr I, J. Iverach; hackneys, Mr A. G. Black; ponies, Mr A. McMillan; cattle and dogs, Mr D. C. Macfarlane: merino and halfbred sheep. Mr T. Northcote; Corriedales, Mr T. J. Capstick; Southdowns, Mr R. McDonald; fat sheep, Mr S. Beaven; weight steward, Mr D. McLean; shed supervisor. Mr W. J. McMillan; cookery, Mrs G. Loffhagen: home industries, Mrs C. E. Derrett; needlework, Mrs C. Higgins; flowers. Miss N. White; photography and art. Miss Pettigrew; seeds and roots, Mr F. S. Bowron; vegetables, Mr G. J. Powis; fruit, Mr C. Higgins; schoolwork. teachers various schools; baby competition. Mrs C. Douglas; Highland dancing and band, Mr M. McDonald; side-shows, Mr G. Hartnell; refreshment stewards, Messrs A. H. Baker and H. Sharpe. It was decided to ask the Department of Agriculture to liberate parasites against white butterflies, which ; were numerous and increasing in the I district i TUAHIWI | The leap year ball organised by thei Ashley River Trust branch of the New| Zealand Workers’ Union held in. the j Tuahiwi Hall on Saturday -evening j proved very successful. Special arrangements were made for conveying visitors from Christchurch, and more than 200 were present, including Mr F. Langbein (district representative of the Main Highways Board), and Mrs Langbein, Mr R. Mclntyre (engineer for the Public Works Department), and Mrs Mclntyre, The visitors were welcomed by the president of the branch, Mr Te Ari Pitama, who. referred to the absence of the Hon. D. G. Sullivan and Mrs Sullivan. Music for the dancing was played by the CampbellMitchell Band, and Mr J. Tregerthen acted as master of ceremonies. LOBURN Messrs J. W. Macleod, H. T. Metherell, P. ‘J. Pulley, T. Dawson, and G. T. Croft were nominated at the public meeting held for the triennial election of the Loburn Domain Board. As nominations do not exceed the number of members required, they will be declared elected by the Governor-Gen-eral. All are sitting members of the board, Mr Macleod being the chairman, SOUTHBROOK The North Canterbury Poultry, Pigeon, and Canary Club held another enjoyable social in the Coronation Hall, Southbrook. on Saturday evening, when there was a large attendance, including visiting swimmers from the East Christchurch Club. Music was played bv G. Holland’s orchestra, with extras by Mr D. Davis (Christchurch). Mr F. Martyn was master of ceremonies. The Monte Carlo waltzes were won by Miss L. Hargreaves and Mr R. Summerfield, Miss Tulley and Mr H. Allard. The prizes for the euchre tournament were won by Mrs A. McPherson, with Mrs E. Wheeler and Mrs Homes second (equal), Mr W. Watson, with Mr B. Dench second. Swimming Carnival A successful swimming carnival was held on Saturday afternoon when members of the East Christchurch Amateur Swimming Club visited Southbrook, and established several new records for the bath. An exhibition of trick swimming was given by N. Herrick and diving exhibitions by J. S. McDonald and E. H. Clark, The following are the results of the events:— Men’s 50 Yards Handicap—First heat; R, K. Wood (Zsec) 1, M. Candy (4sec) 2. Time, 31 2-ssec. Second heat; M. T. Buttrick (Isec) 1, L. Donaldson (2sec) 2. Time. 29sec. Third heat: W. Patterson (6sec) I, R. Himmer (scr) 2. Fourth heat: A. Cameron (4sec) 1, E. H. Clark (4sdc) 2, Time, 31sec. Fifth heat: N. Herrick (Isec) 1, N. Ashby (ssec) 2. Time, 28sec. Final: W. Patterson 1, A. Cameron 2. Time, 32 4-ssec. 50 Yards Breastroke Mixed Handi-cap-First heat: C. Cliff (2sec) 1. H. J. Allard (6sec) 2. Time, 40sec. Second heat: Miss R. Allard (lOsec) 1. R. K Wood (6sec) 2. Time. 42sec. Third heat; J. Taylor (6sec) 1. J. Mitchell (ssec) 2. Final; J. Mitchell 1, Miss R. Allard 2. Time. 41 3-ssec. 75 Yards Medley Relay—M. T. Buttrick, N. Herrick, and M. Candy 1. Time 49 4-ssec. 100' Yards Relay—R. Rimmer, L. Newell, J. S. McDonald, and N. Herrick (scr) 1. Time, 50 3-ssec. Women’s 25 Yards Handicap—Miss J. O’Neill (ssec) and B. Newton (ssec) equal 1. Time, 17 2-ssec. 25 Yards Southbrook Mixed Handi-cap-Miss J. O’Neill (3sec) 1. W. Heald (2sec) 2, Miss B. Newton (3sec) 3. Time, 18 3-ssec. YALDHURST At a recent meeting of the Yaldhurst School Committee Mr N. Anderson presided. The secretary reported that the arrangements were well in hand for the annual picnic, which is to be held on March 6 at Kairaki. Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union The first meeting of the Yaldhurst branch of the Women’s Division of the New Zealand Farmers’ Union for the new year is to be held on March 12, when Mrs Colin Mclntosh, Dominion vice-president, will give an address. DUVAUCHELLE A well-attended group meeting of the Peninsula Women’s Institute was held recently to welcome Miss A. M. Stops, England. Mrs O. Thelning, group convener, presided and welcomed Miss Stops. After luncheon Miss Stops gave a verv interesting talk on institute work in all parts of the world and spoke of the assistance the movement had been to women in all countries. She was delighted to meet her old friends again. She urged members to work for the Union of the Women’s Institute and Women’s Division movements into one movement. A motion favouring one movement was carried. Mrs Morrison moved a vote of thanks to Miss Stops for her interesting address. Mrs Dick, for the Duvauchelle Institute, presented Miss Stops with a beautiful bouquet, and Mrs J. Mason, for the Okain’s Institute. also presented Miss Stops with a bouquet. There was a good display of handwork brought by various members.

las Montgomery, Heather Angel, David Manners, and Valerie Hobson. Audiences everywhere have hailed “Charlie Chan in Egypt” as the most thrilling, engrossing, and ingenious of the “Chah” series to date. Once more starring Warner Oland, the picture will be shown on Thursday evening. The story carries Charlie Chan to the land of the Pharaohs, in the Valley of Kings, amid the splendours and riches of the Egyptian monarchy’ tombs. Seats may be reserved at Watson’s, telephone 202.

PREBBLETON A friendly tennis match between the HaLswell and Prebbleton dobs was played on the Prebbleton courts, on Saturday afternoon, Halswell win-’' sets to six. The results: were as follows (Halswell names be-, ing mentioned first):— a Women’s Singles—Mias E. Cox.3, Mrs. G. 6; Miss M. Cox 6, Miss Tod 2; Miss Parrish 6, Miss M. Smith 3* Mrs Mercer 6. Mrs Odell 1. ; ’Women’s Doubles —Misses. E. Cox and M. Cox 3, Mrs L. Smith and Mr? C. Hampton 6; Mrs Mercer and Miss Parrish 6L Mrs Millar and Mrs Odell; 1; Mrs Mercer and Mi« M. Cox | Misses R. Tod and V. Kolkman 3. Men’s Singles—C. Murray 0, B. Prebble 6; B. Dempsey 3, A- Johnson : g; W. Dempsey 5, B- Prebble 6; ASmith 6, R. Smith 2 Men’s Doubles—C. Murray and B. Dempsey 4, G. Prebble and A. Johnson 6; W, Dempsey and A. Smith e, R. Prebble and B. Smith 4, . Mixed Doubles—Miss E. Cox and C. Murray 6 Mrs L. Smith and £L Prebble 2;’Miss M. Cox and W. Dempsey 6. Mrs C. Hampton and A. Johnson 2; Miss Parrish and B. Dempseys 6, Miss M. Smith and R. Prebble 2: Mrs Mercer and A. Smith 6, Miss V. Kolkman and R. Smith 1. Women’s Institute Representatives of the Burnham, Lincoln, Ladbrooks, Springston. Templeton, and Hornby Womens Institutes accepted the invitation of the Prebbleton Institute to a gathering held in the hall on Friday afternoon to meet Miss Agnes Stops, a visiting voluntary organiser from England. The president, Mrs G. Askin, welcomed Miss Stops, who was accompanied by Mrs Hanna and Mrs Bennett presidents of the Hinds and Blackball institutes respectively, and the visiting members. Miss Stops gave an extremely interesting account of the activities of Women’s Institutes in various parts of the world, and exhibited a number of thrift articles and specimens of members’ work. | Harvest Festival I The Presbyterian congregation has i arranged for their annual harvest i thanksgiving service to be held on ! Sunday afternoon, when the preacher ‘ v,i!l Mr V. French. As usual thtf gifts of produce will be forwarded to I the Presbyterian orphanage. I Bandsmen Meet I At a recent meeting of members of i the band the secretary reported that as a result of recent entertainments and gifts which included a substantial contribution from the hall committee, sufficient money was available to warrant the purchase of caps. The order for these had been placed. It was expected that they would be ready in time for the concert which the band would be giving on March 14, when they will appear for the first time under the conductorsbip of Mr J. Campbell. AKAROA The Rev. and Mrs W. H. Funnell, Miss Eleanor Funnell, and Master Victor Funnell, who have been the guests of Mr and Mrs P. G. Riches, Benoit street, Akaroa. have returned to Christchurch, where they are visiting Mrs Funnell’s mother, Mrs L. Funnell, St. Albans. Mrs E. E. Hemingway, Jolie street, Akaroa, is soending a holiday in Auckland. Miss Perrin, Reading, England, is visiting her cousin. Mrs W. W. Williams, Robinson’s Bay. Miss Perrin spent a month in Sydney. Mrs C. C. limes, William street, Akaroa, is visiting her son and daugh-ter-in-law. Mr and Mrs W. Innes, near Stratford. Miss I. Mahon, Akaroa, has returned from a holiday visit to the North Island. Miss Josephine Kearney, youngest daughter of Mr M. Kearney, Bruce terrace, Akaroa, has received word of her appointment to the Blind River School, near Blenheim, and will leave on Monday for Marlborough. Progress Association Mr E, Longden, chairman of the Akaroa Progress Association, presided at a special meeting of the association. , . , The chairman stated that because of the poor support being given to the children’s playground it was proposed that the ground should be sold. Four of the guarantors present, prior to the association meeting, had decided that this was the best course, as two oners had been made lor the section, and there was an opportunity to sell welL Mr Longden said that the response given by the public had been most disappointing. Regarding the carnival contest, the sports clubs were not interested, and the Peninsula schools would not nominate a queen, which, showed that Akaroa did not want the children’s playground. The difficulty in raising the required sum was a tremendous hurdle. There was an opportunity to sell without losing money, and he thought they should The Mayor, Mr F. R. E. Davis, and several members also voiced their disappointment. They suggested that an art union might be run. The ground was more for visitors than for local people. It was decided that a further meeting be held to-day, and that notice of the association’s intentions to sell be given The chairman reported that Mr L. R. Ower had given two seats for the children’s playground. District High School The chairman, the Rev. H. Nelson Wright, presided at a committee meeting of the Akaroa District High School. There were also present: Messrs T. E. McKenzie (honorary secretary). W. E. M. Jacobson, A. M. Helps, and E. E. Eves. The Minister for Education wrote that because of pressure of business he would be unable to attend the opening of the new secondary school. The Canterbury Education Board wrote thanking the committee for the invitation to be present at the secondary school opening. It was decided to ask Mr T. H. McCombs, M.P. for Lyttelton, to perform the official opening ceremony, at a date suitable to himself during the second week in March. It was decided that the pupils of the secondary department should occupy the new school to-day. It was decided to write asking the Education Board what action it was taking about the completion of the fencing round the new school, and asking if the board members would inspect it when they attended the opening of the new secondary school. The headmaster, Mr C. A. Young, reported that the primary school roll was 69, and the secondary school roll 39. The Peninsula school sports would be held on March 20 at Little River, and it would be necessary to arrange for the conveyance of pupils to the sports. The chairman reported that the annual school picnic would probably be held early in March. Women’s Institute Mrs G. A. Hammond, president, presided at a committee meeting of the Akaroa Women’s Institute, when there \.ere present; Mesdames W. B. Ramsay, F. C. Newton, H. Woodill, Misses E. le Lievre, E. Jacobson, A. Brocherie, D. Leete, G. Seymour, and M. Jacobson, Mrs O. A. Thelning, group convener, wrote about the group meeting at Duvauchelle to meet Miss Stops. Members agreed to let as many people know in the short time available. The honorary secretary (Miss M. Jacobson) reported that 17 nominations had been received for the 14 vacancies on the committee. The North Canterbury Federation wrote asking the institute to levy each member 9d for the Women’s Institute helpers’scheme. Mrs Gillingham,. Fairlie, and Mrs W. Deans, president of jthe North Canterbury Federation, wrote about Mrs Gillingham’s visit to address the in-' stitute on the hospitality scheme. It was decided to postpone the visit until after the annual meeting. The president (Mrs G. A. Hajnmond) said that as this was the last committee meeting of the year she wished to thank the members for the assistance they had given her. She hoped the same goodwill would exist betweenthe new president and committee. She was most grateful for the ready co-operation given her by all committee members. i

LITTLE RIVER A large crowd attended the leap year ball run by the Girls’ Friendly Society at the Little Hiver Town Hall last night. The stage in the hall was effectively decorated with hydrangeas and greenery. The novelty dances were won by the following: Mr E. Patten and Miss M. Gibb, Mr M. Hardie and partner, Mr F. Louden and partner. The music for the dancing was played by Mr Les. Kinsman’s orchestra. Extras “ were played b/ Miss M. Webster, and MissE. Clark. Those present were: Mesdames T. Brankin, D. Berwick' (Poranui), A. Radford, H. Reed, G. Breitmeyer, J. Johnson, A. Mould, L. W. Mould, A. Louden, C. Withers, J. Berwick, A. Dawber, L Shirley, S. Barclay, L. Londrigan (Taumarunui), J. Gudsell (Poranui), L. Kinsman (Christchurch), Misses Myrtle Webster, Nonna Brankin, Nancy Foley, Nancy McKendry (Christchurch), Eileen Rae, Melva Webster, Nellie Radford, Thelma McQueen/ Marjorie Brankin, . Molly Harty, Betty Bennison, K Archer, Myrtle Hunt, Ida Archer, Roe Pidgeon, Gwen Reed, Peggy Pidgeon, Monica Berwick (Poranui), Hopkins (Wainui), Olive Breitmeyer, Nancy Pidgeon (Kaituna), Joan Harwich ( Poranui), Doreen Hammond. Elsie Fairweather (Kaituna), Elsie Clark (Greenpark), Manson (Hill Top), Sparkes, Wilce, Lily Johnson (Kaituna). , ' Wairews Lodge The Loyal Wairewa Lodge held it? fortnightly meeting in the lodge rooms on Thursday night There were 15 members present Sick pay amounting to £8 and accounts amounting td £ll were passed for payment The following . delegates wore , elected to the district meeting: Bros, J. D. Me-: Queen, G. L. Humphries, and R. Barclay. The vacancy oh the social committee was filled by Bro, L. J, Humphries. The following were elected a picnic committee: Bros. R. Barclay, J. D. McQueen, L. Humphries, E. Lee.

ATHLETIC CONTEST AT .RANGIORA 4 A WIN FOR NEW BRIGHTON In a triangular athletic contest at Rangiora on Saturday afternoon, a team from the New Brighton club beat Rangiora and Kaiapoi. The meeting, an annual one, was arranged under the auspioes of the Rangiora Amateur Athletic * and Cycling Club, and some keen racing was seen. The final points were as follows; New Brighton 40. Rangiora *2*. Kaiapoi 21. there were nearly*) visitors, including 20 competitors, the attendance was small, Results were as follows; Yards (7)-C. Kirk (Rangiora) 1. 2. J. Bay (New Brighton) 3. Time. 25sec. Junior Mite (4W). Lyons (Rangiora) 1. C. Milne (New Brighton) 2, L. Goode (Kaiapoi) 3. Time, sraln t 1-ftsec. WTards- (7)— R. Collister (Kaiapoi) 3. C- Kirk (Rangiora) 2. H. Cook (New Brighton) 3. No time taken. 7s,Yards Women’s («)—Miss L. Fitzsimmons (Kaiapoi) 1. Miss J. Dreaver 2. Miss E. Thomas (New Brighton) 3. Time, lOsec. ™ S3o J rar f ß , ? u l5 leS (3) —W. Maunder (Rangiora) 1, A Weyman (New Brighton) 2. A. Buckley {New Brighton) 3. Time, SOsec. .... Two Mites (6)— D, Lyons (Rangiora) and W. Jackson (Rangiora) (equal) l. L. Richards (New Brighton) 3. TTme, lOmtn 43sec. Junior ICO Yards (4)— H. Cook’ (New Brighton) 1. P. O’Neil (New Brighton) 2, D. Lyons (Rangiora) 3. No time taken, . , Hurdles (s) W. Maunder (Rangiora) 1. A Weyman (New Brighton) 2, J. Kay (New Brighton) 3. Time, Imin 6 4-ssec. , One Mite (4)— a. Weyman (New Brighton) 1. W. Jackson (Rangiora) 2, A. Donohue (New Brighton) 3. No time taken.

D. Ra&ord, G. Humphries, and J. Hunt. Personal Miss Nancy McKendry (Christchurch) is the guest of Mr and Mrs C. Bryant, "Riversleigh,” Little River. Miss T. Eldredge (Christchurch) is visiting friends in Little River.

440 Yards (s) J. Hay (New Brighton) 1. J. Simpson (Kaiapoi) 2, H. Cook (New Brighton) 3. Time, 57sec. 100 Yards Women’s (6>—Mias L. Fitzsimmons (Kaiapoi) 1, Miss J. Dreaver (Rangiora) 2, Miss E. Thomas (New Brighton) 3. Time. 12 3-ssec. High Jump (4>—A. Buckley (New Brighton) I, R. Moir (Rangiora) 2, A. Burnip (Kaiapoi) 3. Height, sft. Javelin Throw (12)— N. Waghom (New Brighton) 1, L. Goode (Kaiapoi) 2, W. Jackson (Rangiora) 3. Distance, 147£t 6in. Shot Put (7)— N. Waghom (New Brighton) 1. E. Turton (New Brighton) 2. W. McCormiack (Kaiapoi) 3. Distance. 29ft 2in. Hop. Step, and Jump (B)—A. Buckley (New Brighton) 1, A, Bumlp (Kaiapoi) 2. W. McCormick (Kaiapoi) 3. Distance, 40ft lin. Mile Belay (2)— New Brighton (J. Hay, A. Weyman, P. O'Neil, and H. Cook) L Rangiora 2. No time taken.