NORTH CANTERBURY NEWS

Press, Volume LXXII, Issue 21773, 4 May 1936, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY NEWS

RETURNED SOLDIERS' ASSOCIATION INCREASED MEMBERSHIP IN RANGIORA More than 40 members attended the annual meeting of the Rangiora Returned Soldiers' Association held in the club room on Saturday evening. The president (Mr J. W. Macleod) presided. , . .. An increased membership was reported in the review of the year's work. Assistance had been given to members who were unemployed, and the association appreciated the cooperation of residents in subsidised gardening work. Special assistance had been granted to members in difficult circumstances. The club room, had been the means of bringing members together and the women's auxiliary had again been active, £lO having been handed over for the Christmas cheer fund as a result of its efforts. Two church parades were held and social visits were paid to the Christhcurch, New Brighton. Sumner, Kaiapoi, Amberley, and Hawarden associations. The cricket shield competed for by the "Rangiora and New Brighton associations was won by Rangiora. The balance-sheet showed that rereints totalled £609 2s 6d fsocials £lßl lis 3d, canteen and war fund grants £162, subscriptions £57 10s, poopy sales £SO 10s). and expenditure £477 6s 3d, the principal items being: Subsidy work and custodian's wages £•179 ss. socials £l3O 16s, rent of club room £26, secretary's salary £25. There was a credit balance of £l3l 16s 3d, compared with £93 13s 9d last year. Assets totalled £BO7 6s 3d and there were no liabilities. It was announced that the postal balolt for an executive committee of 14 had resulted in the election of Messrs S. V. Whitta, F. Hunt, A. A. King, F. Low, H. Hammond, C. How, J. A. Mackenzie. E. Doggett, J. W. Macleod, H. K. Kippenberger, T. W. Heron. E. Hills, P. Brown, and E. Snellex. Officers elected were:—President, Mr J. W. Macleod; vice-presidents, Messrs J. A. Mackenzie and S. V. Whitta; treasurer, Mr H. Hammond, auditor, Mr C. I. Jennings. A recommendation from the executive that the association appoint a secretary and an assistant secretary wtih a definite division of duties was defeated in favour of a motion by Messrs Mackenzie and L. B. Ord, that applications be called for the position cf secretary at a salary of £37 10s a year.

In appreciation of their work in the social activities of the. club room and of the association, Messrs S. V. Whitta and R. A. Scott were each granted an honorarium. "That the Government be urged to continue the hospital pensions of returned men after their discharge from instutions until their future pensions are settled" was the text of a recommendation to the Dominion executive. The chairman said the War Pensions Appeal Board had this power, but it was seldom exercised.

Appreciation of the work of the Mayoress (Miss D. Tyler) and her helpers on Pcropy Day, of the Borough Council's maintenance of the garden plot round the cenotaph, and of Mrs T. W. Heron's kindness in making the wreath for the Anzac Day parade was expressed. Labour Party "The efforts of 30 years were crowned with success at the general tlection, when our party candidates were elected by a wonderful majority as tho government of the country," said the report of the Rangiora branch of the New Zealand Labour party, which was presented to the annual meeting on Friday evening. The president (Mr E. W. Whitworth) presided. "Although our own candidate was not successful," continued the report, "there was a large increase in the Labour vote in the Hurunui electorate." It was stated that the membership of the branch had increased from 61 to 90 during the year. The balance-sheet showed a substantial credit balance. Officers were elected as follows: President, Mr N. Goldsbury; vice-pre-sident, Mr C. Harding; secretary, Mr J. Doggett: treasurer, Mr L. Miller; executive, Messrs E. W. Whitworth, E. Sheasby, J. Traynor, T. Douglas, P. V. Mcßrearty, and H. Duffell. It was decided to form a Junior Labour League in Rangiora. This atcion was recommended by the Dominion headquarters of the party. Presbyterian Flower Show Considering the wet season, entries for the John Knox Presbyterian tiower shew to-morrow are coming in as well as can be expected, but the quality of the blooms will not be up to the standard of previous years. Sir R. Heaton Rhodes will exhibit about 50 single chrysanthemums, which were awarded the championship at the Canterbury Horticultural Society's snow lest week. Shooting: Season Duck are fairly plentiful in the Ashley riverbed and relief workers employed on the Ashley river protective scheme have secured bags of up to four birds. The good prospects have encouraged the men to take out licenses, and one Rangiora firm has sold seven more permits since the opening of the shooting season. Sports Fixtures Cancelled Because of the stormy weather on Saturday, most of the sports fixtures in Rangiora were cancelled. .The Brackenfield Hunt's opening meet at the Swannanoa Hall could not be held, but the Rangiora Golf Club's open tournament was begun on the Rangiora links. The opening of the North Canterbury Basketball Association's competitions was postponed and the women's hockey competition matches in the district could not be played. The North Canterbury Football Club's friendly match against Tuahiwi, was also put off. The Rangiora Bowling Club has ararnged an oppn rinks tournament for its closing day, but this j could not take place and because of the I lateness of the season it will not be possible to arrange another closing fixture. Personal The president (Mr J. W. Macleod) I has been elected to represent the Rangiora Returned Soldiers' Association at the annual conference of the New Zealand Association. Miss V. McDonald, of the staff of the Rangiora High School, is a patient in the Christchurch Hospital, where she underwent an operation for appendicitis, and is heing relieved at the school by Miss D. Strachan, of Christchurch. Mr P. Wiltshire, secretary of the Rangiora branch of the Amalgamated Society of Carpenters and Joiners, will represent the branch at the annual Dominion conference at Wellington at the end of the week. Dr. O. H. Frankel, of Lincoln College, who will visit Rangiora to-day, will speak at the Rangiora High School. Messrs W, C. Francis and C. H. Virtue, of Christchurch, president and secretary respectively of the North Canterbury Methodist Sunday School Union, visited the Rangiora Sunday school yesterday afternoon, and conducted the lessons. Players at the Rangiora Golf Club's tournament yesterday stood in silence as a mark of respect to the memory of Mr G. E. March, of Christchurch, a former president of the club. Bible Sunday Bible Sunday, held annually to stress the value of the work of the British and Foreign Bible Society, was observed in a number of Rangiora diurches yesterday. At the John Knox

MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING ELLESMERE ASSOCIATION Mr H. G. Hill presided over the > annual meeting of the Ellesmere Min- i iature Rifle Association. The report stated that last season i had been very successful, keen inter- : est being maintained until the competitions were completed. The Sedge-mere-Lakeside team had won the A grade, and Southbridge No. I the B grade. The annual match between the association and the Ellesmere Gun Club, for the MoConaghey shield, for gun and rifle shooting, had been won by the association. The balance-sheet showed a credit of £l3 7s. Officers elected were:—Patrons, the Hon. Sir R. Heaton Rhodes. M.L.C., and Messrs D. Jones and H. E. Herring, M.P.; president, Mr J. E. Millar; vice-president, Mr J. C. Quigley; secretary and treasurer, Mr E. C. Maindonald; checkers, Messrs F. V. Gwatkin, H. R. Boal, L. R. Maw. and A. Brown. It was decided to open the competitions on May 26. Although advice was received from the New Zealand Association that it had decided to use the latest S.M.R.C. targets, the Ellesmere Association decided to continue with the Roberts target. The Killinchy Club was granted permission to compete in the B grade. LEESTON CEUB At the annual meeting of the Leeston Miniature Rifle Club, Mr E. C. Maindonald presided. The report recorded a succesful season though because of exceptional items of exoenditure the balance-sheet showed a debit. Officers elected were:—Patrons, the Hon. Sir Heaton Rhodes, M.L.C. and Mr H. E. Herring, M.P.; president, Mr J. C. Quigley; vice-presidents, Messrs A. .E. Brown (senior). A. Young and W. Small; club captain. Mr F. V. Gwatkin: vicecaptain, Mr E. Maindonald; secretary and treasurer. Mr C. Newton; assistant. Mr W. Small; committee, Messrs A. E. Amyes. E. J. Slattery, F. W. Gwatkin and F. Amyes; custodian, Mr F. V. Gwatkin; handicappers, Messrs Maindonald, A. E. Brown, and A. E. Amyes; checkers, Messrs Amyes, Small, and Newton; delegates to Ellesmere Association, Messrs Brown, Newton, and Maindonald; selectors, the president, club captain, and captain of the A or B team; auditor, Mr McMillan. It was decided to open the season on Tuesday. It was agreed that the system of handicapping should be left to the descretion of the handicappers. SEDGEMERE CLUB Mr 11. R. McLaughlin presided over tne annual meeting o£ the SedgemereLakeside Miniature Rifle Club. The report said that the attendance at all shoots had been good and that the club's A team had won the Ellesmere Association's competition and also the teams' match at the championships. The balance-sheet showed a credit of £4 10s 6d. ■ , The following officers were elected:— Patrons, the Hon. Sir R. Heaton Rhodes, M.L.C, and Mr H. E. Herring, M.P.; president, Mr E. Alexander; vice-presidents, Messrs A. Brown, sen., Noel" Alexander, jun., A. J. Inwood, H. R. McLaughlin, A. A. McPherson, G. Nairn. J. Anderson, W. Winchester, A. McLaughlin, W. Ludemann, F. Alexander, J. T. Parkin, L. Chambers, H. Winchester, B. R. Howson, F. L. Graham; secretary, Mr Noel Alexander; assistant, Mr R. McLaughlin; auditor. Mr J. H. McMillan; executive, the president, captains, secretaries, and Mr H. McLaughlin; selectors, the president, handicappers, and club captain: delegates to Ellesmere Association, Messrs E. Alexander, H. McLaughlin, and A. Brown; armourers, Messrs K. Hopa and W. Marsh. It was decided to open the season next Monday. SOCIAL AT KIMBERLEY . The fortnightly social organised by the social committee was held in the Kimberley Hall recently. Competitions were won as follows; Women: Miss C. Dunn (20 points), Mrs R. Duncan (17 points) 2; men: Mr T. Brown (22 points) 1. Mr L. Herbert (17 points) 2. The music for the dancing was played by Messrs A. Hart (piano), S. Syme (violin), and F. Barltrop (clarinet). Mr H. Bilbrough was master of ceremonies. School Committee A meeting of the newly-appointed school committee was attended by Messrs C. Bilbrough (chairman), A. Stott, F. Herbert, A. Boulton, and T. Priest. The chairman reported that advice had been received from the Education Board about the allowance for library books. Mrs J. Beaman's tender for the cleaning of the school was accepted. Personal Mr and Mrs G. Gartery and Mr R. Gartery (Kimberley) have returned home after spending a few days with J relatives at Lowcliffe, Mid-Canterbury. ] Mrs W. Syme and Miss M. Donald (Kimberley) are on a holiday visit to Timaru. Dr. Baker-McLaglen and Nurse Wood visited the Kimberley School recently, and carried out the medical examination of the pupils. April Weather The weather during the first half of April was dry and mild, but towards the end of the month it became unsettled, with frequent falls of rain and cold winds. Rain fell on seven days for a total of 2.61 inches, compared with 2.11 inches for the corresponding month last year, and 1.65 inches in 1934. The maximum fall for any one day was on April 25. when 1.34 inches were recorded. The total rainfall for the four months ending April 30 was 16.90 inches, against 6.99 inches for the same period last year, and 10.41 inches in 1934. RAINFALL AT SPRINGBANK [ Rainfall at Springbank for April was ■> 1.69 inches, rain falling on six different 1 days. The total for this year to date ! is 14.40 inches, compared with April, • 1935, when 1.52 inches fell, and for the ; first four months of 1935, when 3.74 ; inches fell. Because of the wet season, and the ! j recent rains, farmers are being delayed > I with their ploughing. Prospects for JI sowing in the autumn will be poor if ', the weather continues to be unsettled.

Presbyterian Church, the Rev. J. A. F. Watson spoke on "The Importance of the Written Word," in the morning and on "The Origin of the Bible" in the evening. Regent Theatre A beautifully acted and moving drama is "The Passing of the Third Floor Back," which will be presented | to-morrow afternoon and evening at the Regent Theatre, Rangiora. Although this picture is something in the nature of a challenge to discriminating filmgoers, it is splendid entertainment. Conrad Veidt has one of his most remarkable roles as the Stranger, the curious and somewhat ethereal figure who comes to the boardinghouse, quietly straightening out the tangle of jealousy and suspicion which exists in that rather pitiful social battleground. It is a gripping film of human emotions packed with dramatic highlights providing unforgettable entertainment. Dashiell Hammett has turned out another fascinating mystery story, full of amazing situations and delightful comedy. It is "Mr Dynamite," starring Edmund Lowe and Esther Ralston, which will be presented on Thursday evening. "Mr Dynamite" is one of the best bafflers of the year, and with Lowe playing the dynamic, roguish detective, it takes on a most delightful air. The picture fully deserves its title, inasmuch as it packs a punch in thrills and excitement. Seats may be reserved at .Watson's, telephone* 202.

WAIKARI FOOTBALL CLUB Mr H. Inch presided at the annual meeting of the Waikari-Hawarden United Football Club. The balancesheet, which showed a credit balance of £ll 19s 5d in the general fund and £24 in the insurance fund, was adopted. The credit balance at the beginning of the season was £l9 17s 9d. The following officers were elected: Patrons, Messrs T. Hassall and D. Sidey; president, Mr H. Inch; vicegresidents, Messrs H. Phillips, C. H. iethell, P. Hall, J. Atkinson, E. Pawsey, A. G. Lawrence. W. P. Honeybone, M. M. Friedlander, J. Pawsey, H. E. Fincham, S. Stott, J. O'Connell, H. M. Carr, H. H. Piercey, G. T. Barker, J. Inkson, N. Meehan, M. F. Macfarlane, A. Waters, J. W. Earl, J. Quigley, J. W. Fraser, H. Saundercock, C. Dudley. W. Hewitt, A. Cowie, P.. I. Black, R. B. Johnson, J. L. White, O. T. Evans, L. A. Rutherford, and the Rev. Father Madden; club captain, Mr R. Norton; secretary, Mr B. J. Marsden; treasurer, Mr C. W. McKeegan; delegates to Hurunui Sub-union, Messrs H. Inch and C. W. McKeegan; general committee, Messrs E. A. Robinson, C. W. McKeegan, R. Norton, R. B. Kellock, H. Gorrie, H. Saundercock. and G. W. Soal; social committee, W. Hopkins, W. Traill, D. Keppler. W. Thompson, R. Norton, and F. Shadbolt; grounds committee. Messrs J. Norton and G. W. Soal; selectors, senior, Mr H. Saundercock; junior, Mr H. Inch; referees, Messrs M. F. Macfarlane, L. Honeybone, E. A. Robinson, G. W. Soal, and J. Beath. Ladies' Rifle Club

At the last shoot of the Waikari Ladies' Miniature Rifle Club the following were the best scores: Mrs H. Saundercock 66, Miss N. Honeybone 66, Mrs W. Traill 65. Miss M. Smith 63, Mrs W. Atkinson 63, Miss M. Home 62, Miss B. Megowan 59, Mrs o.< T. James 54. For the hotty button, Mrs Saundercock and Miss Honeybone were equal, and in the shoot-off again tied with 65. At the previous shoot of the ladies' club Miss Joyce Home won the hotty button with a score of 67 and other leading scores were: Mrs W. Traill 66, Miss D. Smith 65, Miss N. Honeybone 64, Miss M. Smith 64, Mrs W. Atkinson 64, Miss B. Megowan 60. Mrs T. Dillon 57. Miss E. Brien 55, and Mrs H. Saundercock 50. Women's Institute

There was a fair attendance at the April meeting of the-Waikari branch of the Women's Institute, Mrs J. Reader, vice-president, presiding. The demonstration, on smocking, was given by Mrs H. M. Carr and Mrs B. L. Blunden. The competition for the best bottle of tomato sauce was won by Mrs R. Tucker, with Mrs D. Mowatt second, and Mrs Leicester Rowe third. Mrs H. M.' Carr was first for the buttonhole made in 10 minutes. The hostesses for the evening were Misses Betty Mowatt. Mary Mowatt, and Hazel Carlyle. Plunket Society Mrs B. L. Blunden presided at the annual meeting of the Waikari branch of the Plunket Society. Mrs Cracroft Wilson and Mrs A. F. Wright, of the Christchurch committee o£ the society, and Mrs Vernon Matthews, of the Papanui-Merivale branch were among the visitors present, and there were also many representatives from the sub-branches. The balance-sheet and report, which ■showed a very satisfactory year's working, were adopted. I Nurse Sims's report indicated that the usual visits had been made to the rooms and to the various out-stations. , At Waikari there had been 450 visits from mothers, babies, children, and others, 18 visits to hospital, 64 to homes, and 59 telephone calls. There j were 12 new babies. The nurse had made 180 visits to the out-stations, where the numbers attending were: Mothers 1141, babies 919, older children 455, other visitors 139. and 130 visits made to homes.

The following officers were elected: President, Mrs B. L. Blunden; vicepresidents, Mesdames J. Reader, R. B. Johnson, M. F. Macfarlane, A. J. Blakely, and Dr. J. B. Page; secretary and treasurer, Mrs A. J. Blakely; assistant secretary, Mrs W. Kenealy; assistant treasurer, Mrs B. L. Blunden; committee. Mesdames A. T. .Earl, H. Inch, J. W. Earl, J. B. Page, W. P. Honeybone, E. A. Kennard, S. L. Boon, H. Phillips, H. M. Cocks, M. F. Macfarlane, R. B. Johnson, W. Kenealy, and two representatives from each sub-branch; executive committee, Mrs B. L. Blunden, nresident, Mrs G. R. Macdonald, vice-presidents, Mesdames L. R. C. Macfarlane, G. O. Rutherford, H. V. Murray, A. J. Blakely, and Dr. J. B. Page; advisory board, Messrs F. C. Archer. J. Quigley, and B. A. Coe.

Mrs Cracroft Wilson, president of the Christchurch branch, gave a most interesting address describing her visit to the Mothercraft Centre in London, and to the Princess Elizabeth Mothercraft Hospital. She congratulated the Waikari branch on its sound financial position, and the splendid record of work shown by the nurse's report. WAIKARI DOG TRIALS FINAL DAY POSTPONED The concluding day's competitions of the Waikari Collie Club could not be held on Saturday because of the storm, and the last two classes will be decided to-day. It is probable that there will be some non-starters, as the Omihi trials begin to-day, and some of the dogs are engaged there. BAZAAR AT CLST The members of the combined guilds of St. James's Church held a most successful bazaar and concert in the Public Hall, the sum of about £7B being raised. Mr F. G. Horrell, Horrelville declared the bazaar open. Winners of the various competitions were: Hamper, Mrs N. McLauchlan; eiderdown, Miss G. Pester; cakes. Miss M. Addtnell and Mr F. Gilbert: '.ham, Mr W. Storer; biscuits. Mrs H. Hurley; sheep, J. Rowe 1, Miss Horrell 2, Mrs Dick 3. In the evening the hall was filled for the concert and dance and a very interesting and varied programme was given. Songs were sung by Misses Gasson (Rangiora), Harrison (Christchurch), D. Horrell and Mr N. Harrison (Christchurch; recitation, Master Jim Rowe; play, Clarkville ladies. Folk dances by the children and a Japanese scene by the ladies were also given. Mrs Lock and Miss Addinell were the accompanists and music for the dancing was played by Mrs P. Rowe, Miss Harrison, Messrs R. Elliott, Kellick, Whitham, and P. Pachnotz. Messrs C. Briggs and C. Lindsay were masters of ceremonies.

SOUTHBROOK The third annual meeting of the Southbrook-Flaxton branch of the Women's Division of the New Zealand Farmers' Union was held, with Mrs H. Ellen presiding. The balance-sheet, showing a credit balance of £7 lis 7d, was adopted. The following officers were elected: —President, Mrs T. Rainey; vice-presi-dents, Mesdames A. P. Strang and F. Burgess; secretary, Miss M. Stevenson; treasurer, Mrs A. Mcintosh, jun.; advisory member, Mrs A. P. Strang; committee, Mesdames C. Archer, F. Newton, L. Martyn, N. Archer, A. Mcintosh, and Miss A. Foster. A competition for the best bloom resulted:— Mrs C. M. Archer 1, Miss A. Drage 2, Miss P. Rainey 3. The hostesses were Mesdames L. Fleming, M. O'Connor, F. T. Ager, C. M. Archer, and G. Mcintosh. The Southbrook Amateur Swimming Club held the last of a series of socials in the Coronation Hall on Saturday evening. The music was played by G. Holland's orchestra, with extras by Mr H. Power. Mr F. Martyn was master of ceremonies. The Monte Carlo waltzes were won by Miss G. Nicolle (Phillipstown) and Mr H. Feather and Miss E. Chambers and Mr L Power. The prizes fcr the euchre tournament were won by Mesdames Robertson and O'Neill and Messrs J. Watson and L. Palmer,

BEQUEST FOR MEMORIAL LEESTON TOWN BOARD RECEIVES £250 The Public Trust Office has advised the clerk of the Leeston Town Board that it is a residuary legatee under the will of Mr L. R. Barnett, who has bequeathed the sum of £250 for the erection of a memorial to his father, Mr John Barnett, to take the form of some object possessing public utility. The bequest is subject to certain life interests. Bowling Club's Social A pleasant evening was spent by members of the Dunsandel, Southbridge, and Leeston Bowling Clubs and their friends on the occasion of the Ellesmere Bowling Association's annual social. At cards, the successful players were Mrs Bennett and Mr N. Owens. Solos were sung by Miss B. Woodard, and pianoforte items were given by Mr N. Owens. The association's trophies were presented by Mr W. J. Ormandy (president), Southbridge Club winning the London rooster (inter-club competition) and Boag Shield (champion rink), and Leeston the champion doubles and singles. The club trophies were presented by Messrs L. Blair (Dunsandel), J. H. Hampton (Southbridge), and J. R. Jackson (Leeston). The president and secretary of the association were thanked for their work. Ellesmere Gun Club At a meeting of the Ellesmere Gun Club, Mr W. J. Patterson presiding, letters were received from the Hon. Sir R. Heaton Rhodes, M.L.C., and Mr H. E. Herring, M.P., accepting reelection as patrons. Arrangements were made for a £SO match, and the annual duck dinner to be held on May 00. Several trophies offered were accepted with thanks. Sympathy was extended to Mr W. J. L. Chambers in his ilmess. Police Officer's Retirement Mr John Heslop, chairman of the Ellesmere County Council, presided over a public meeting at which arrangements were made Tor a social and presentation to Constable R. Moriarty, who is retiring after serving in the Ellesmere district for 27 years. Mr A. S. Lyons was elected secretary, and representatives from each centre in the county were chosen to co-operate in making the arrangements. Cemetery Board Mr A. J. Inwood (chairman) reported at a quarterly meeting of the Ellesmere Cemetery Board that he had represented the board at a meeting, in Christchurch, on matters affecting its interests, and that a spraying outfit had been procured to deal with noxious weeds in the cemetery. COMMUNITY SINGING AT SOUTHBRIDGE

There was a large attendance at the Southbridge Town Hall for a community sing, arranged by the Southbridge branch of the Returned Soldiers' Association. Mr W. McNair, the Christchurch song leader, was unable to be present through illness, and his place was taken by Mr Butler. The evening proved very enjoyable. Songs were sung by Mrs Butler and Mr D. Suckling, and a party of Maori girls from Taumutu also gave items. The accompanists were Mesdames Brown and Morton. An auction sale of goods, conducted by Mr Butler, realised a satisfactory sum, and a competition for a cushion made and presented by Mrs Couch was won by Mr H. J. Greenwood. All who had assisted to make the' evening successful were thanked by Mr G. B. Couch, president of the branch. Rainfall

Records kept at "Waikewai," Southbridge, by Mr A. J. Inwood, show that 1.95 inches of rain fell during April, as compared with 1.08 inches for April of last year. For the four months of this year, the total was 21.17 inches, whereas only 5.29 inches fell during the corresponding period of 1935. For the whole of last year, the fall was only 79 points more than for the first four months of this year.

WAIAU BASKETBALL CLUB A meeting of the newly-formed basketball club was held on Tuesday afternoon, with Mr G. W. Aldndge oresiding. Officers were elected as fol-fows:-President. Mrs C.Higgins; vicepresidents. Mesdames D. C Maf farlane. T. H. Belton. J. K. Forbes. G. W. Aldridge, R. Crampton, L. A. Whitham, R. C. Bean, and Miss B. Anderson; club captain, Miss. B. Forbes, secretary. Miss M. McKie; treasurer. Miss M. E. Gilmour; coach and referee, Miss M. E. Gilmour; committee. Misses B Forbes. B. Smale, J. Crampton, M. Greenwald, M. McKie, N. McJarrow.. and M. E. Gilmour. Miniature Rifle Club

The weekly shoot of the Waiau Miniature Rifle Club was well attended and the shooting was well up to standard. The hotty button was won by K. Croft. The scores were as follows:--C. Finlayson 70, T. Dunbar 70, A. Smale 69. O. Davies 69, K. Dunbar 68, H. Davies 66, P. R. Dunbar 66, R. Croft 66. G. Hart 65, F. Hart 64 C Forbes Gl, J. Northcliffe 60, G. Wallace 68, A. Mitchell 67. B. Duncan 67, P. Belton 58, C. O'Malley 58, P. Shelley 58. Ladies' Club At the weekly shoot of the Waiau Ladies' Club, the weekly button was won by Miss H. Crampton. The following were the scores:—Misses J. Crampton 68, B. Forbes 66, B. Smale 64, M. McKie 64, H. Crampton 61. L. Barr 59. M. Smale 59, M. Greenwald 46. Mrs G. Wallace 29. Surprise Party Recently the members of the Waiau Ladies' Croquet Club and their friends paid a surprise visit to the residence of Mr and .Mrs J." H. McKie, where, with music, games, and competitions, a very pleasant time was spent. During the evening, Mrs H. W. D. Rogers: spoke of the services of Mr and Mrs! McKie. in coaching new members, and for the club presented them with a small present, in appreciation of their work. CULVERDEN GOLF CLUB At a meeting of the committee of the Culverden Golf Club it was decided to hold the official opening on May 16. , „ The tender of Mr H. Brydon for the building of a golfhouse was accepted. Twenty new members were elected. The drawing up of local rules was left to Mr K. Rogers and the captain. | Sports Postponed Because of the weather the football match between a Sydenham (Christchurch) team and the Culverden Club team, which was to have been played in the Culverden Domain on Saturday, was postponed. The Women's Hockey Club had also arranged a friendly game with Waiau. MEDBURY The first of a series of fortnightly socials and dances was held in the Public Hall under the auspices of the. Medbury Social Committee. Competitions were won as follows:—Mrs A. V. Dalze!! (19 points) 1, Mrs V. Bishell (16 points) 2; Mr V. Bishell (18 points) 1, Mr A. V. Dalzell (17 points) 2. After supper a dance was held, the music being played by Mrs H. S. Ginders. Mrs E. Y. Dalzell played an extra. Miss C. Munro and Miss M. Munro (The Peaks) contributed vocal duets. Mr A. V. Dalzell was master of ceremonies. I Women's Institute A committee meeting of the Medbury Women's Institute was held recently in the Public Hall, with the vice-president, Mrs A. Dalzell, presiding. A six months' programme was drawn up. It was decided to hold the birthday party on July 3. It was decided to accept Mr Thompson's offer to give a lecture on St. John's Ambulance work at the monthly meeting to be held on May 27. HORRELVILLE IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY

The Horrelville Mutual Improvement Society held its annual meeting recently in the Methodist church. The election of officers resulted as follows:—President. Mr Benny; vice-presidents, Miss I. Sheat and Mr J. E. Horrell; committee, Misses Hilda Sheat, V. Bradley, and Messrs D. Blackmore and G. Woodfield - ( Personal

Mr and Mrs R. W. Thompson, Horrelville, left recently for a holiday in the North Island.

SOCIAL AT AMBERLEY The town hall was recently the scene of a most successful social and dance, the occasion being the windingup of the original hall committee, whose work brought about the erection of tha magnificent hall the Amberley township now possesses. Patrons from all parts of the district attended and the function was a fitting culmination of the many activities of the committee. Opportunity was taken to make a presentation to the secretary, Mr R. H. Harris, for his untiring efforts in the project, and Mr S. Frew, in making the presentation of a crystal jug and goblets to Mr and Mrs Harris spoke of the way-in wh£h the secretary had worked so willingly, notwithstanding many setbacks. - • Items were rendered by Miss B. Breen (pianoforte solos) and Mr A. Burke (songs). , ~ ~ A competition for the old-time waltz was won by Mr and Mrs Walter White. , . __. The music was played by Miss Brady's orchestra. Presentation On Thursday, the members of the committee of the Amberley sub-branch of the Plunket Society met at the home of Mrs D. C. Gardiner, Broomfield, to honour the last secretary, Mrs W. A. Parsons, who had held office for five years. Mrs Parsons was the recipient of a pair of candlesticks and a dish. Mrs E. E. Maiden, the president, made the presentation, and Mrs Parsons suitably replied. DARFIELD RED CROSS SOCIETY The annual meeting of the Darfield sub-branch of the Red Cross Society was held at the residence of the president, Mrs C. E. Reid. The annual report was read by tne president and the balance-sheet showed a satisfactory position. Mrs C. E. Reid did not seek re-election as president. The election of officers resulted as follows:—President, .Mrs W. M. Watson; vice-president, Mrs treasurer, Mrs W. E. Tritt; secretary, Mrs H. Edbrooke. Plunket Society

The monthly meeting of the Darfield Plunket Society was held in the lounge of the hall. Mrs W. T. Cooke presided over a good attendance. Nurse Finlayson was in attendance. Arrangements for the Plunket ball, to be held on May 15 were made. Social Evenings

The Darfield Union Bible Class held the first of this year's social evenings in the lounge of the Memorial Hall. There was a very good attendance of members and friends. The Rev. T. Paterson was also present A very enjoyable time was spent with competitions and games. Items were contributed by Masters D. Oldridge and J. Evison and Miss C. Purser (songs), A. Levick (recitations). Miss G. Oldridge (piano solos), Miss ,A. Levick (recitations). Misses C. and E. Purser, A. Levick and P. Clarke (quartets). Mrs G. Cridge and Miss G. Oldridge acted as accompanists. The fortnightly bridge and euchre evening conducted by a committee of members of the bowling, croquet, and tenhis clubs was fairly well attended. The winners of the bridge were Mrs L. Morrison and Mr and Mrs L. Fox, and of the euchre Miss H. Cullen and Mr R. Borthwick. 4fe GIFT AFTERNOON AT AKAROA Mrs B. W. Henning, president, Mrs A. M. Moore,-honorary secretary, and the members of the Akaroa Ladies' Hospital Visiting Committee, held a successful gift shop, when the sum of nearly £7 was raised. The following were the winners of the various competitions:—Dinner (given by the committee), Mrs W. W. Reid; nightdress (given by Mrs A.M.Moore), Mrs C. C.'Narbey; embroidered toilet set (given by Mrs A. E. Kingston), Mrs R. Hammond; toilet set (given by Miss B. E. Barrington), Mrs B. P. Hammond; box of chocolates (given by Miss I. Mahon), Mrs A. G. Shuttleworth); box of handkerchiefs (given by Miss M. G. Mahon), Miss Leila Narbey.

Euchre Party The members of the Akaroa Volunteer Fire Brigade held a most successful progressive euchre party in their social hall. The prizes for the highest scores were won by Mrs F. Wright (women's prize), Mr H. Porter (men's prize), and Mrs T. G. Phillips was the winner of the consolation prize. Personal Mrs R. Wastney, Nelson), who has been visiting her brother and sister-

in-law, the Rev. H. Nelson Wrfg&t and Mrs Nelson Wright at tht vicarage, Akaroa, left on Friday, lor * Nelson, accompanied by her niecvy Miss Elsa Turner. _,*""*' Mrs Harley Birdling, Birdlings Flat, is visiting Mrs J. McKay, the Brace ■ Hotel, Akaroa. ; Mr and Mrs Eves, Akaroa, have m-;. for Nelson to visit Mrs Eves's motna - Mrs R. Baigent, who is seriously in. 1 . Mrs J. E. Evans, who has been Vistt«" < ing the Misses Jacobson. MountLem*:ster, Akaroa, has returned to CtajK--church, accompanied by Miss «. Jacobson. " •: . ——«•*-"' Dr. and Mrs Orchard, who woe-, spending a holiday at 'TttcaconjbJW Private Hotel, Akaroa, have to Christchurch. -aftJK Mrs Stewart. JRakaia, Who, euestat Benpi* present visiting,- friejidS- ; at -Si Ka Hß|

LINCOLN WOMEN'S INSTFTU'

The April meeting of the Lincoto Women's Institute was held the bosk esses being Mesdames A. T. Medlin. Mrs G Greaves. "port* on the annual meetmg held in Christchurch last month. _',2s' Arrangements were a£cuwd fcrfl* group exhibition, to be held « month. It was. agreed, to g}» :«J, Red Cross sewing during the wuuff* ""The" results of the competitions as follows:—Mustard pickle: Mrs W. Peryman 1, Mrs W. Jordan 2, Missl. Woods 3. Neatest patch: Mrs A. Baton 1. Mrs Mitchell 2. The roll-call was dressmaking hints. BURNHAM Mrs J. W. Lill presided overVfhe monthly meeting oijhe Bonli«n Women's Institute, held recently. A letter of sympathy, wasi sent w Mrs J. H. Williams wishing her • speedy recovery from i toess v.„rrf E K. Scott gave a comprehensive report on the North Canterbuw .Federation's annual meetmg, held » Christchurch. „ ana i ve A foot An invitation was received nw» the Prebbleton Institute .myiting mem bers to their fourth birthdajjto g held on April 21. It was decided « hold a husbands' evening «£ Sorrow, and an excellent]g gramme will be arranged for^ foe*g» sion. During the afternoon an ague tive lecture 6 on first-aid was given JJ Mr F. Rudd (Christchurch), to wnom a vote of thanks was passed. A magazine table in charge oMM» P Austin and Miss N. Popple pro** was plants," which was well respondeat The competitions, which were by Miss E. K. Scott and Mrs %g5 resulted as follows:-Jar of Miss L. Williams Mrs W. Popple 3. Coat-hsmger^ 7s T. Parker 1, Miss M. Tweed 2, M»£ ! Popple 3. Best bloom: Miss A. w* 1, Mrs A. E. Shadbolt 2, Miss J. SCO* 3 " During the social half-hour a-gg petition was won by J£«* 2* and Mr F. Rudd. The &**£££%; Mrs A. E. Shadbolt and Misses m Scott. J. Scott, and M. Tweed.. j^