NORTH CANTERBURY NEWS

Press, Volume LXXII, Issue 21807, 12 June 1936, Page 4

NORTH CANTERBURY NEWS

RELIEF OF DISTRESS

RANGIORA DEPOT NOT NEEDED In view of higher rates of pay and better conditions for the worker, members of the Rangiora Relief of Distress Committee agreed at the annual meeting yesterday afternoon that the opening of a relief depot in the town this winter was not necessary. There were cases of distress, but these could be dealt with privately. The Mayor (Mr C. W. Tyler) presided over an attendance of six. The chairman said that if the depot were opened the committee would have difficulty in stocking it. The credit balance would soon be spent. Mr H. M. Chappell said that there were indications that pensions would be reviewed soon, and any increases would further ease the position. . Details of the relief given last winter were outlined by the secretary (Mr C I. Jennings) in his annual report He acknowledged gifts of money and kind which made the work of the committee possible. Deep regret at the death of Mr W. A. Rowse, who had done very valuable work for people in poor circumstances, was recorded, and the committee was also grateful for the able assistance given by Mrs balance of £l4 10s 9d was shown in the balance-sheet compared with one of £3l Is lOd last year. Receipts totalled £224 13s 4d, including art union proceeds, £l5O, Lyttelton Harbour Board’s grant, £ 15, and community singing proceeds, £2l 6s 3d. Payments totalled £2OB 2s 3d, chief items being:—Groceries £B7 9s, clothing £44 16s lOd. fuel £lB 3s, boots £ll 14s, Christmas cheer £23, and aid for itinerant men and urgent cases £23 18s lid. , , Appreciation of the voluntary services of many helpers when the depot was opened last year was expressed. The efforts of social workers in the town were also praised. Personal Mr J. W. Macleod (president) will leave for Wellington on Tuesday to represent the Rangiora Returned Soldiers’ Association at the annual conlerence of the Dominion association. Mr C. L Jennings (secretary) was congratulated by the Rangiora Relief of Distress Committee at its annual meeting yesterday on the attainment of his golden wedding. Mr C, S, Ayers (Rangiora) has been re-elected to the Rangiora High School Board of Governors, as a representative of the Canterbury Education Board, and the Rev. R. Taylor (Sefton) has been appointed to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Mr W. T. N. Keir, as the second representative of the board. Rngby Football Following is the team which will represent the North Canterbury Rugby Football Club in a senior competition match against Kowai, at Dudley Park, Rangiora, to-morrow: A. Brown, L Douglas, V. Corbett, G. Moran, J. Gillespie, F. Devlin, K. Rapatini, F. Harlow, H. Bury, R. James, J. Smith, W. Taylor, T. Moran, J. Power, S. Dench, P. Jackson, and J. Pearson. Salvation Army Home League A good attendance was present at the meeting of the Rangiora Salvation Army Home League yesterday afternoon, when an address on “Blessings From the Birds” was given by Mrs Major F. Huston, of Christchurch, whQ also gave several recitations. Mrs Huston was thanked by Mrs A. Duffell. Devotions were led by Mrs McKechnie. Progressive Euchre Tournament Prizes were won by Mesdames A. G. Hunnibell, J. E. Dawson. P. O’Connor, and J. C. Banfield at a progressive euchre tournament held by the St. John’s Anglican Girls’ Club, Rangiora, on Wednesday evening. Following the success of the function, another will be held soon. Women’s Hockey The following will represent the Rangiora Women’s Hockey Club in competition matches to-morrow: Senior A, v. Canterbury College, at | Dudley Park, Rangiora— M Jones, B. Watkins. J. Harper, N. Watkins* C. Watkins, D. Seed, B. Kennedy, B. Laskey, N. Prestney, and R. Moran. Junior A, v. West Christchurch, at f North Park No. I—B.1 —B. SmaU, J. Cook, J. Baxter, D. Thompson. F. Mornss, • L. Shepherd, E. Le Petit* N. Clark, N. ‘ Moran, I. Sutherland, and H. Jones. Junior B. v. Belfast, at Dudley Park —P. Walker, D. Smith, N. Fraser, W. Murray, J. Wallace, A. McPherson, P. O’Connor, O. Miles, N. Bryden, and C. Devlin. Improvement of Park To discuss raising money to msarove Dudley Park, a meeting was called in Rangiora last evening, but little interest was shown by either sports bodies or the general public. There was * an attendance of four, threequarters of an hour after the advertised time for the meeting. Most sports bodies using the park had appointed delegates to the meeting, and the Park Control Board had hoped to decide on a scheme which would provide a mower. It is probable that no further action will be taken. Regent Theatre A marshal fighting for peace and order on the Arizona frontier in the early ’eighties is the current characterisation undertaken by Richard Dix In his new starring vehicle. “Hie Arizonian,’’ which will be piesented tomorrow afternoon and evening at the i Regent Theatre, Rangiora. Deemed a “Cavalcade” of the West, “The Arizonian" is a romantic history of the early ’eighties. Dix as a courageous devotee of law and order in a country teeming with outlaws and gunmen protects his brother and the woman he loves, as well as the community from these enemies. In producing “The Arizonian,” Arizona history was consulted diligently. No incident of the thrilling record of the American frontier was allowed to go unnoticed, and, as a result, the .picture graphically protrays many incidents of that day. Well-known stars of the stage and screen are seen in support of Dix. who is said to give his finest performance since “Cimarron,” such as Margot Grahame. Preston Foster, and Louis Calhern. Intending patrons are advised to book their seats at Watson’s, telephone 202, in order to avoid the crash at the doors.

BANKS PENINSULA COLLIE DOG CLUB A meeting of the Banks Peninsula Collie Dog Club, was held with Mr S. Birdling presiding. Sir Bruce Stewart wrote giving the conditions of the Strathmore Cup which he presented to the club. Mr F. Birdling wrote enclosing £3 3s, and Mr John Anderson made a grant of £2 for the club funds. The New Zealand Loan and Mercantile also wrote enclosing £1 Is for the prize fund. Accounts amounting to £99 10s 6d were passed for payment. The secretary reported that there would be a substantial credit balance.

HORORATA HOCKEY CLUB The following Hororata women’s hockey team has been chosen to play Sheffield, at Sheffield, to-morrow, in the Malvern Association competition: —Mrs M. Thorne, jun.. Misses M. Fuller. E. Chapman, Joyce and Daphne McKenzie, Joyce and Iris Hore, H. Banks, M. Wells, J. Wells, and E. Wells. ,

KIRWEE RED CROSS

BRANCH HOLDS ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the Kirwee sub-branch of the Red Cross Societv was held, with Mrs R. S. Roper presiding. Two new members were welcomed. The balance-sheet, which was considered satisfactory, was adopted. Officers elected were:—President Mrs R. S. Roper; vice-presidents, Mesdames J. Selby and A, Anderson; honorary secretary, Mrs H. J. Devonshire: honorary treasurer. Mrs G. Batstone; committee. Mesdames Aitken. Burleigh. Kennedy, J. Anderson, E. H. Wilde. J. Coffey, F. Johnson, and Miss E. Seaton. Mr E. H. Wilde was elected honorary auditor. Residents Honoured A party was recently given to Mr and Mrs O. L. Simmance by members of the Kirwee Drama and Tennis Clubs and other friends. The evening was spent in playing table tennis, bridge, and dapcing. Prizes were won by Miss Joan Gillman and Mr I. Campbell. Songs were given by Miss P. Roper (Halkett) and Mr F. Lavender. A presentation was made to the guests, at whose departure much regret was expressed. Hockey Teams The following players have been chosen to represent the Kirwee Ladies’ Hockey Club to play against Darfleld, at Kirwee, to-morrow: —Jean McKie, Joan Davis (captain), Joan Gillman, Rita Gallagher, Mary Johnson, Kathleen Penney, Lilian Penney, Joyce Smith, Nola Thompson, Patricia Vaughan, Margaret Weir. Rugby Football A team will be chosen from the following players to represent the Kirwee Football Club to play Glentunnel, at Kirwee, to-morrow: —A. Calder, B. Calder, R. McKerchar, W. Crofts, R. Roper, R. Stewart, B. Pascoe, T. Wilson, J. Smith, A. Wilson, D. Megowan, A. Spivey, A. Francis, A. Stewart, H. Walker, J. Bicheno, W. Brown. BASKETBALL LINCOLN ASSOCIATION A meeting of the Lincoln and district Basketall Association was held in the Pioneer Hall, Miss Patty Parrett presiding, It was decided that for the convenience of the selectors all players in the tournament on June 27 should be distinguished by wearing numbers, and also that a dance be held on the night of the tournament. Team for To-morrow The Lincoln Woodpeckers basketball tcj.m to play Tai Tapu, at Lincoln, tomorrow, will consist of the following players;— Misses D. Barter, A. Cleave, L Barter. Colleen Moir. Lily Smith, Dulcie Moir, Joa:v Smart. Joan Hewton, Thelma Hewton. HAW ARDEN MINIATURE RIFLES CLUB REFORMED A meeting was held recently in the Hawarden Hall to consider reviving the Hawarden Miniature Rifle Club which has been out of existence for several years. Mr W. Doak was elected chairman. , ' . It was unanimously decided to reform the club, and the following officers were elected for the present season:—Patron, Mr J. Doak; president, Mr J Shelley; vice-presidents, Mrs J. T. Smellie and Mr J. Quigley; secretary Mr J. Beath; assistant secretary, Mr B. Brooker; treasurer, Mr F. J. Rydings; armourers, Messrs W. Doak and R. Davey; checker, Mr S. Ellis; handicapper, Mr J. Shelley; committee. Messrs W. Doak, C. Quigley, T. Smellie, R. Galletly, E. Doak. CULVERDEN MINIATURE RIFLE CLUBS The Culverden Men’s Miniature Rifle Club held its weekly shoot recently. There was a good attendance and some high scores were put on. Following are the senior scores:—H. Mette 69, T. Henshaw 69. W. Hamilton 69, S. Davies 68, D. Dalzell 68, L. Denton 68, V. Rivers 68. N. Ross 68, G. McDowell 67, A. Hern 67, J. Drage 67, A. Gibb 66, H, Hammond 66, A. Kingsbury 66, T Smith 66, H. Hempenstall 65, J. Crothall 65, A. Black 64. C. Fraser 63, F. Hart 61, J. Creighton 58. Juniors: —D. .Henshbw 69, J. Draper 68, S. Galletley 66, C. Higginson 66, T. Woodward 66, G. Bowring 65, G. Mockett 64, R. Thomson 64, N. McClelland 63, G. McLennan 62, J. McKenzie 62, K. Graham 62. M. Milne 58, R. Fitzgibbon 56, G. Wilson 56. ’The winner of the senior button was H. Vefte, and T. Woodward won the junior button. The Culverden Ladies’ Miniature Rifle Club held its weekly shoot recently. The button was won by Miss N, Davison, who shot two possibles running. Following are the scores: — Miss Margaret Johns 67, Miss Frances Mockett 67, Miss Margaret Hamilton 66, Miss Norrie Davison 66, Miss Noeline Denton 66, Mrs H. Hempenstall 65, Mrs B. Maw 65, Miss Ethel Hooper 63, Mrs L. Taylor 63, Mrs T. Woodward 62, Miss Mary Johns 62, Miss Eva Black 62, Miss Julia Hoban 59. HALDON RIFLE CLUB There was a good attendance at the weekly shoot of the Haldon Rifle Club, when the club trophy was won by Miss R. Shellock, and the hotty button by W. Oakley. A sweepstake, also conducted, was won by Miss K. Shellock and F. Gough. The scores were:—W. Oakley 69 and 69, W. Croft 69, G. Sutherland 68, F. Gough 68 and 67, R. Clucas 68 and 67, Miss K. Shellock 68, Miss R. Shellock 66 and 65, Miss J. Shellock 65, Mrs T. Clucas 66 and 65, C. Gough 67, T. Russell 66 and 68, R. Oliver 65 and 66, V. Mathias 66, C. Ballagh 64 and 63, S. Russell 68, B. Jarman 63 and 64, H. Hill 63, D. Hill 62, K. Wickens 64 and 66, M. Drake 63 and 62, F. Lewis 63 and 60, T. Charles 61, P. Shellock 61, R. Bateman 63, F. Shellock 59, F. Cain 63, G. Meldrum 62, T. Clucas 62 A. Millar 57, D. Pearson 56, J. Frew 50, S. Cullen 45. GREENDALE The Greendale PlunKet Society held a community sing, when the hall was well filled. Mr Aiken, of Kirwee, acted as song leader, and Mrs Stewart was at the piano. During the evening musical items were contributed. A large variety of goods were sold and realised about £l2. After supper a dance was held. Mr A. Hart played the music. Personal Dr. Melba Ivory is spending the week-end at Greendale with the Rev. E. T. Jones and Mrs Jones. KAIAFOI Mr B. D. Gibson, of the Kaiapoi Post Office staff, who has been jransferred to Invercqrgill, left for the south : to-day.

MOUNT GREY DOWNS There was a large attendance at the card party and dance held in the Mount Grey Downs Schoolroom. Dancing was enjoyed, the music being played by JJrs J. Vallance. * WADDINGTON A friendly billiards match between Kimberley and Waddington wds played at the home of Mr and Mrs W. J. Jenkins, “Fair View,” recently. Waddington beat Kimberley by 839 to 807. Personal Mr E. D. Rodgers, who is on his annual leave, is visiting his parents, Mr and Mrs W. E. Rodgers, “Awakoponga.” Loyal Malvern Lodge The fortnightly meeting of the Loyal Malvern Lpdge, No. 6247, 1.0.0. F., M.U., was held in the Oddfellows’ Hall recently. The Noble Grand Bro. C. M. King, presided. One candidate was proposed for membership, Bro. E. W. Rodgers, P.G. was instructed to convey fraternal greetings from the Loyal Malvern Lodge, 'to any lodge that he might attend while touring the North Island, After the close of the meeting the members, their wives, and friends were entertained at a very enjoyable card evening. DUNSANDEL The Dunsandel branches of the Farmers’ Union and Young Farmers’ Club held a combined meeting in the Dunsandel Hall. Mr Russeli Barnett presided, and a visit was received from Mr McGillivray, field superintendent of the Agriculture Department Mr McGillivray gave an interesting and instructive lecture on top-dressing, and the results of experiments, and illustrated this with lantern slides. Women’s Division of Farmers’ Union The annual social and dance, arranged by the Dunsandel branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union, was held recently. The stage was decorated tastefully with bowls of chrysanthemums. Mrs F. Chamberlain, president, welcomed the visitors, and all the large audience of friends from the district. Mrs Gilbert presented bouquets to Mrs Chamberlain and Miss Aldridge, secretary. At the conclusion of the concert, supper was served by members of the Dunsandel branch of the Wofnen’s Division of the Farmers’ Unipn. Mrs Chamberlain thanked those who had helped to make the evening a success. For the dancing which followed, Messrs D. Scott, T. Aldridge, and A. Walker acted as masters of ceremonies. Music was played by the New Collegians Band, with extras by Mr B. D. Watson. HORNB Y-ISLIN GTON The monthly meeting of the Women’s Institute was held with Mrs Drak? presiding. An appeal from the Christchurch branch of the Red Cross Society was received asking for help. It was decided to help by making garments. A proposal that the institute should join the drama circle was carried unanimously. > It was decided not to send a delegate to the federation meeting at Dunedin in July. Arrangements were made for holding the fourth birthday party in Islington Hall on August 7. A letter was read from the president of the link in England, Hornby, near Lancaster. Mrs Rugg and Mrs Drake were appointed delegates to attend group meetings. The results of the competitions were as follows; —Hot water bottle cover; Mrs Lawson 1, Mrs Hepburn 2. Article from one yard of Britway; Mrs Kingsford 1, Mrs Hepburn 2. Toffee: Mrs Hepburn 1 and 2. The hostesses were Mesdames Rowe, Mackie, and Miss H. Mackie. Mrs J. Rowe gave an interesting demonstration on tne making of paper flowers. LITTLE RIVER The Little River B basketball team to play at Akaroa to-morrow is as follows:—Nora Foley, J. Stanbury. B. Ussher. N. Radford, G. Reed, E. Mould, A. Stanbury, E. Rae, M. Webster, Emergency, M. Chapman. Little River A a bye. Rugby Football The Little River senior football team will play United Bays at Little River to-morrow. Little River jimiors will play United Bays at Duvauchelle. GRAIN’S BAY Mrs Bain presided at the monthly meeting of the Okain’s Bay Women’s Institute. The roll-call, “The Household task I like best," was well responded to. Competitions won during the afternoon were: —Baby’s singlet: Miss N. Moore 1, Miss Hazel McKay 2. Peggy square: Miss M, Moore 1, Mrs J, Boleyn 2. Jar flowers: Miss N. Moore 1, Miss M. Moore 2. Specimen bloom: Miss N. Moore 1. Mrs J. Harris 2. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames J. Boleyn, J. Harris, jun., and G. Choat. AKAROA LODGE The N.G., Bro. R. R. McKenzie, presided at a meeting of the Loyal Good Ifitent Lodge. Arrangements are well in hand for the annual dance which will be held on June 18. Novelty dances have been arranged. Workers’ Educational Association The first meeting to be held this year of the Akaroa branch of the Workers’ Educational Association was held recently. Miss Craig was leader, and the three-act play, “Success," by A, A. Milne, was read. Personal Mr J. McKay, jun., Bruce Hotel, Akaroa, is visiting Auckland. SPRINGSTON MINIATURE RIFLE CLUB The best scores at the two last shoots of the Springston Miniature Rifle Club were;— First shoot; J. E. Fraser 69, C. W. Mills 69, W. Thompson 69, J. F, Blakemore 69, C, Reid 69, T. Clements 67, K. Bailey 65, A. McLachlan 65, H. Windon 63, W. D. Greenslade 63. Second shoot: C. W. Mills 68, J. Blakemore 69, W. Greenslade 63, W. Thompson 68, T. Clements 63, A. McLachlan 66, J. E. Fraser 63, K. Bailey 64, W. Oakley, sen, 65. L, McDwraith 67, C. Walker 68. CUST YOUNG FARMERS’ CLUB The monthly meeting of the Cust Young Farmers’ Club was held recently, Mr John Wolff presiding. Mr A. E. G. Lyttle, provincial secretary, gave a short address on farm accounting, .and stressed the advantages of keeping records and developing a system of recording matters affecting the business side of farming.