NORTH CANTERBURY

Press, Volume LXXII, Issue 21728, 10 March 1936, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY

.RANGIOJU HURUNUI LICENSING COMMITTEE

With the prospect of removal of the headquarters of the Hurunui Licensing Committee from Aniberley to Rangiora. and a consequent saving in expense, considerable interest will be taken in the result of the poll for; the election of a committee, which will oe held to-day• ' The representative of Bangiqra on the committee, Mr W. Stalker, ,is not seeking re-election, and new nominees are Messrs C.W.Tyler, W. Smith, and H R Taylor, of Rangiora, and J. W. Thompson, Other candidates, who are sitting members, are Messrs.' M. Bethell, E. P. Shier, S. Frew, and L. Watson. The pojling booth in ora will be at the County Council Chambers.

Senior Tennis Championships The' following is the draw for the senior events in the North Canterbury Lawn Tennis Sub-Association s championships, which will be played on the courts of the United and Rangiora Clubs on March 14, 21, and 28:— Men's Singles—First round: L. Morris v W. E. Minty. Second round: J. A. F. Watson v. G. Mehrtens, J. Morris v. winner of first-round match, L. Watkins v. W, Wade, M. Lilley v. G.; Women's Singles—First round: Miss M. Wade v. Miss A. Dickson, Miss N. Taylor v. Miss N. Prestney, Miss D. McGillicuddy v. Miss E. Leslie, Miss T. Edlin v. Mies B. Kennedy. Men's Doubles—First round: J. A, FWatson and E. D. R. Smith v. G. Carpenter and J. Mogrtdge, A. C. Fraser and H. H, Schluter v. W. E. Minty and W. Wade, W. Mayer and M. Lilley v, J. Morris and G. Mehrtens, L. Watkins and L. Morris a bye. Women's Doubles—First round: Misses N. Taylor and A. Dalziel v. Misses D. Tyler and T. EdUn. • Second round: Misses M. Wade and D. McGillicuddy v. winners of first-round match, Misses E. Leslie and N. Prestney v. Misses A. Dixon and B. Kennedy , t a Mixed Doubles—First round: J. A. F. Watson and Miss T. Edlin v. G. Mehrtens and Miss E. Leslie, L. Morns and Mies N. Prestney,v. W. Mayer and Miss D. McGillicuddy, M. Lilley and Miss N. Taylor v. A. C. Fraser and Miss B. Kennedy, W. Wade and Miss A. Dixon v. G. Carpenter and Miss M. Wade.

Unemployed Labour

The application from the Woodend Domain Board for unemployed labour to carry out some developmental work at the domain has been completed, and men will be drafted to the work from next Monday. There were three registrations of unemployed men in Rangiora - last week, One will receive sustenance, our will work on the Ashley river protective scheme, and the third will work with a local body. One registration has been held over for further investigation. The Rangiora Unemployment Committee did not meet yesterday. Ping-pong Tournament

The ping-pong tournament arranged by the United Tennis Club for last evening has been postponed until next Monday evening. Memorial Service

A memorial service to SerjeantMajor W. G. Humphreys was conducted by Captain D. Houghton at the Rangiora Salvation Army Hall on Sunday evening, when there was a good attendance, Captain Houghton paid a tribute to the work of Ser-geant-Major Humphreys and Mr J. Lindon, and Mrs A. McKechnle also spoke. Personal

The town clerk tMr J, M. Frasert has returned to Rangiora from the annual conference of the Municipal Association of New Zealand at Napier. The Mayor (Mr C. W. Tyler) will not return until next week. Constable J. J. Kearns, of Christchurch, has arrived in Rangiora to succeed Constable A. V. Smith. Constable G, J. Taylor, who has been relieving pending the arrival of Constable Kearns, will return to Chrislr church.

Regent Theatre

Two special features will In presented this afternoon and evening at the Regent Theatre, Rangiora, the sparkling comedy "Ginger," starring Jane Withers, and the Max Baer versus Joe Louis fight film, together with an interesting programme of supporting subjects. In the latest comedy success, "Ginger," Jane Withers, who was the "Meanie" of "Bright Eyes," stands out as a comedienne of remarkable ability and captivates the audience from the very beginning. "Ginger" is the story of a tomboy of the tenements, who causes all kinds of ructions when transported to a Park avenue mansion. It is a sheer delight from start to finish. The famous glove contest, Joe Louis versus Max Baer, is one of the most thrilling fights yet seen on the screen, and shows every round both in fast action and slow motion. On Thursday evening E. W. Hornurig's popular story, "Stingaree," will be shown. The exploits of an outlaw and' bushranger, one of Australia's most colourful personalities, form the basis of the story, and provide an ideal role for Richard Dix. Irene Dunne, as Hilda Bouverie, the great singer, who was responsible for Stingaree's most famous recorded exploit, demonstrates the beauty and power of her singing voice. There is a deal of comedy in the picture, which is described as a particularly thrilling entertainment. Seats may be reserved at Watson's, telephone 202.

KAIAPOI

The Kaiapoi branch of the Workers' Educational Association held its annual meeting, with the president, Mr W. McPartlin, presiding. The following officers were elected:—Patron, Mr C. Morgan Williams, M.P.; president. Mr R. Taplin; vice-president, Mr W. McPartlin; secretary and treasurer, Mr W. Green; committee, Mesdames Dierce, B. "Forrest, Messrs C. Mcintosh, J. Jowers, J. Hirst, W. Green, and C. Williams.

Mrs P. Hunt was appointed leader of the drama circle. It was decided to open the classes on April 17.

SCARGILL

The annual meeting of the Scargill Miniature Rifle Club was held in the Scargill hall. The president of the club, Mr L. J. McNaughton, presided. The balance-sheet showed a credit balance of £9. The report said that last year the club had a very successful season's shooting, and won the senior grade team's competition in the North Canterbury Association's -winder Vovjrnament. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year;— Patron, Mr N. Gardner; president, Mr A. Stewart; vice-presidents, Messrs H. V. Murray, J. W. Harrison, and E. Harrison; captain, Mr W. Fleming; vice-captains, Messrs G. O. Pannett, G. Gibb, W. Hitchcock, and H. Shadrach; secretary, Mx L, J. McNaughton: assistant secretary, Mr Ai Gardner; handicappers. Messrs L. Fairbairn and N. Stewart; selection committee, captain and vicecaptains; caterer, Mr H. Gallop; delegates to North Canterbury Miniature Rifle Association, Messrs T. O. Johnson and W, Fleming. It was decided to open the season's shooting on March 28, and the members' subscriptions were flxed at ?* M

The «ifefaU fw-february, 19M. waa wet days, the heaviest rain being on February 2<V when 2:30 inches fell. The previous year there were 13 rainy days in February, the heaviest being cm;, February HLwrism 80 points, were TJjfc for thfc month was 236'inch<j& r / ■ v ■ <?. Personal Mr and M*s T l , Woodward, Culverden, are spending-their annual holiday to Auckland.

HAWARDEN

At the District High School recently the annual tennis and cricket fixtures were played between the present pupils of the secondary department and the old .girls and boys. In the cricket match, the Old Boys, batting first, compiled sfrruns, D. Wilding 22 and M. Burt 21 being the chief scorers. High School replied with 48, F. Lukey and P. Dunbar scoring 12 and 10 respectively. In the second innings Old Boys were dismissed for 26 runs. 1 Left with 36 runs to make to win in a quarter of an hour, High School at stumps had lost seven wickets for 20, C. Wright being not out for 11 runs. Bowling for Old Boys, W. Warwick took three wickets for 1 and three for 14, D. Wilding four for 9, and J. Hewett two for 0. The chief bowlers for High School were F. Leary two for 0 and five for 6, L. Shelley four for 17 and one for 0, and L. Button two for 5. The tennis match between the present girls and old girls waa drawn, 45 games each. Personal

Miss Thora West, Murray-Aynsley terrace, Christchurch, spent the weekend in Hawarden as the guest of Misa Mildred Wright.

MEDBURY

A women's tennis team from Medbury will visit Hawarden courts and play a friendly match on Thursday. The following are the Medbury players:—Mrs C. F. Earnshaw, Mrs S. Scott, Mrs E. G. Dalzell, Miss Violet Scott, Miss Una Brooker. Mrs H. Brooker, Mrs V. Bishell,- Miss Grace Dalzell.

WAIPARA

The annual meeting, of the Waipara Women's Institute was held recently, with Mrs A. McLachlan presiding. The annual balance-sheet and report were adopted. Two new members were welcomed to the institute. The election of officers was a& follows:—President, Mrs A, McLachlan; joint secretaries, Misses J. Ferguson and H. Horloe: treasurer. Miss P. McGuckin: vice-presidents, Mesdames B. Symonds, A. Thomson; committee, Mesdames A. Thomson, F. Quigley, B. Symonds, Cusihen, W. Thomson, E. Glennie, and L. McGuckin; sales table, Mrs Cushen and Miss Whyte. Tennis A friendly tennis match was played recently at Waipara between teams from the Waikari Club and the Glenmark Club. The results were: Waipara 81 games, Waikari 64 games. February Rainfall The rainfall for the month of February was 8.34 inches, compared with 87 points for February, 1935.. The rainfall for 1936 up to date has been 10.70 inches: for the same period in 1935 1.83 inches were registered.

MARSHLAND

The annual picnic of the Marshland Methodist Sunday School was held at The Pines on Saturday in perfect weather. A very happy day was spent-in bathing and games, and a sports programme waa run off. The arrangements were in the hands of the Sunday School teachers, Mrs Goodman, Miss M. Crawford, and Miss J. Boyd. The following are the results of the sports:— Junior Girls—Lorna Boyd 1, Irene Gibbs 2. Margaret Stewart^. Junior Boys—Athol Stewart 1, Kevin Poad 2, Russell Odgers 3. Intermediate Girls—Myrtle Hurford I, Doreen Marks and Eileen McMillan (equal) 2. Boys—Walter Gibbs 1, Eric Harks 2. Senior Boys—Ron Boyd 1, Ben Crawford 2, Trevor Marks 8.; Married Men—Poad I, Gibbs 2, Marks 3. Single Men—R. Marks I, G. Dobby 2. Married Women—Mrs Gibbs 1, Mrs Andrews 2. Mrs Poad 3. I Single Women —Miss Crawford 1, Miss Dobby 2. Miss V. Boyd 3. Stepping Competitions Married Women: Mrs J. Crawford 1. Single Women: Miss V. Boyd 1. Married Men; Gibbs 1. Single Men: Ron. Marks 1. Hall Committee The monthly meeting of the Marshland Hall Committee was held recently,* the chairman. Mr D. Goode, presiding. , Messrs Hibbard and Wilson were appointed a sub-committee to confer with the basketball club about the decorations to the hall. It was arranged to hold a special meeting on March 16 to consider details for the old-time dance which is to be held in April to augment the hall funds.

HORNBY <*

The fourth annual meeting of the Hornby Women's Institute was held in the Parish Hall, Hornby. Mrs Hepburn presided. The annual report and balance-sheet were adopted. The bal-ance-sheet showed a credit. The election for officers for the ensuing year resulted as follows:—President, Mrs Drake; vice-presidents, Mesdames Rugg and Hepburn; secretary, Mrs Lake; treasurer, Mrs Richardson; committee. Mesdames Hepburn, Kingsford, Day, Harris, N. Davis. Rugg, and Ful]pr; press correspondent, Mrs F. T. Scott; home competitions, Mrs Stevenson; sales table, Miss Hope Palmer; social committee. Mesdames Lawson, Harris, Jelly, and Stevenson. The winners of the home competitions for the year ending March, 1936,. were: Mrs Lawson 1. Mrs Wellsmore 2.

Mother*' Union

The monthly meeting of the Hornby branch of the Mothers' Union was held urthe Parish Hall, Mrs Jones presiding. Deaconess Park gave a very interesting address on Sunday School work. The resignation was received from Mrs Joyce on account of her leaving the district. It was accepted with regret

\viiw , «BWttlwir 'V«t *H»a< Cust-Wost of the Women* DiwSon, of the N«w, Zealand- J*??** Union held their first meeting of the year recently, with the president, Mrs G. Cowans, presiding. , A motion of sympathy was passed with Mrs A'TOlott.Jn the death of. her father. - Vxs.'G. Cowans and lira C. Mcintosh, ■were elected delegates.to the interprovincial con*erenee to be held at, 55maru. It;was decided to send a|small contribution from the branch towards a present for Mrs Ward, the late president of the executive. Final arrangements were made for the garden party to be held at the residence of Mrs C. Mcintosh on March 14. Mrs J. Petrie save an eiderdown, for a competition. Mrs M A. Ellen. Woodend, gave a most interesting and instructive demonstration on beaten-copper work. exhibiting .many beautiful specimens of her own work. Winners of the competitions were; Jar of apricot jam, Mrs A. Hurley 1, Miss M. Mcintosh 2; jar of Preserves, Miss M. Thompson 1. Mrs C. Mcintosh 2 Mrs W, Moody, Woodend, judged the comeptltions. Hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames D. Chapman, A. Hurley, C. Mcintosh, and J. Foster. Sunday School Picnic The Horrelville Methodist Sunday school held its annual picnic on the property of Mr J. E. Horrell on Saturday The weather wag perfect, and there was a large attendance, of parents and friends.

OHOKA

At the February meeting of the Ohoka Women's Institute, Mrs J. Ward pr M s rs e Macleod (Loburn), organiser for North Canterbury, gave a friendly talk on general institute work. An interesting address on the League of Nations, how it originated and its objects, was given by the Rev. Horwood, of Kaiapoi. A- vocal solo was given by Mrs J. Ward. Members were asked to submit nominations for the committee to be elected next month. The competitions resulted as follows: Best bloom: Mrs Cottle 1, Mrs W. Richards 2, Miss J. Fairman 3, Posy: Miss Aschen 1, Mrs F, Shroeder 2, Miss Eva Richards 3. The hostesses were Mesdames E. and.W. Sanders, B. Pearce.and Miss E. Richards.

PREBBLETON

A cricket match was played on the prebbleton Domain between a PrebWeton team and the Waltham Arms Club. The visiting team made 86 runs, winning the match by five runs. French with 27 runs made the best score of the game, and Smith, Hampton and Hands took most of the wickets. ♦ School Picnic

The annual picnic of the Prebbleton School was held on Friday at Corsair Bay. The weather,was warm and sunny and a large party of children with their parents and friends spent a pleasant day. Bathing was popular and a sports programme was conducted by members of the committee. During the day Miss S. Thomson, the infant mistress, who has been granted leave of absence to visit Great Britain, was presented with a travelling rug from the members of the committee. Members of the girls' sewing class also gave Miss Thomson a book, and she received numerous gifts from her small pupils. The results of the sports were as follows:

Tiny tots—Girls: Gwen Carpenter 1, Mary Hartnell 2. Boys; Kenneth James l.lvan Harris and Arnold Ralston equal 2. , Five to seven years—Girls; Shirley McClihtock 1, Mavis Ridden and Betty Harris equal 2. Boys: Maurice McClintock 1, John Ralston 2. Seven to eight Vonnie Dempster 1, Carol Ussher 2. Boys: Geoffrey Sutherland 1, Ken Hunt 2. Eight to 10 years-rGirls; Joyce Ralston 1, Mary Prebble 2. Boys: John Greenslade 1, Noel Barr 2. Ten to 14 years—Girls: Phyllis Johns 1, Eileen Varley 2. Boys: Henry Manson 1, David Williams 2. Three-legged race—Girls: Betty Barr and Zilpha Archer 1, June McClintock and Brenda Hampton 2. Standard VI. boys—Basil Manson 1, John Carpenter 2. Old Boys' race—J. Eamshaw J, R. Smith and W. Downey equal 2, Single women's r-*ce—Miss M. Easterbrook 1, Miss B. Hartnell 2, Miss N. Gallagher 3. Married women's race—Mrs Ralston 1, Mrs L. Harris and Mrs W. Carpenter equal 2. Married men's race—G. Pitt 1; W. Banks 2.

Committee race—J, Hartnell 1, J. McClintock 2, C, Jeromett 8.

TAI TAPU

A meeting of the women members of the Tai Tapu Golf Club was held to arrange for the annual ball, which is to take place on April 2. Misg A. Welsh was appointed secretary of the ball committee.

Thanksgiving Service

A harvest thanksgiving service was conducted on Sunday evening at the Presbyterian Church, Tai Tapu, by Mr V. French, social service worker, and manager of the Presbyterian Orphanages. The rough weather prevented a large attendance. Supplies of jam, sugar, fruit, and vegetables were sent to the orphanage. Dressmaking Classes So many members have been en* rolled for the dressmaking class held by Miss McMillan and arranged by the Women's Division of the New Zealand Farmers* Union, that it has been found necessary to hold them on two days of each week. 1 * \ ARTHUR'S PASS The various berrying plants are now delighting visitors by their pretty colours. The small-leaved wineberry has fewer berries than last year, but its white, pink, red, and black berries are most attractive. Among the coprosmas red and orange are fully ripe; the blue ones just beginning. Snowberries and the various heaths are now past their best. Water has now been laid to the alpine beds on the railway platform, and the work of watering should now be much easier. Social At a social held recently, Mrs Paston and Mr Goring were the card winners. There was a good attendance and a very enjoyable dance concluded the evening. Roads The road over the pass to Otlra is now in good condition, and the work Of widening and improving the road between here and the new bridge is proceeding steadily. Recently quite a number of large stones have been left ion the road,