HUTT VALLEY NEWS

Dominion, Volume 26, Issue 69, 14 December 1932, Page 15

HUTT VALLEY NEWS

Thfe ramping' of tlfe cycle track In ; the Histone ROeyO’ation Ground has boon completed, and McEwan Park has been mowed. Attention has also been given to flower beds.

Scoring 141 runs, Trentham A cricket team beat Silverstreani by. 53 runs nt Maidstohe Park, Upper Hutt. lor Trentham, IT. Avery scored o 4 not out, and in the bowling Falloon took seven wtekets for 47 and. Hood too three for 29. COURTS IN VALLEY “Central One Each Week” PROPOSAL BY SOLICITOR The pinion that the establishment of a central weekly Magistrate’s Court would be more economical than the present multiplicity of courts in the Hutt Valley. was expressed by Mr. C. R. Barrett, a Lower Hutt solicitor, to "The Dominion” yesterday, “M bile the proper and efficient administration of justice undoubtedly demands a central court, its economic administration should prevail over such a parochial argument as the possible loss of prestige by any borough deprived of its local court,” he said. “Those opposed to centralisation overlook the provisions of The, Magistrate’s Court Act, 1928, whfth require the pfbebedings in all tenancy cases; to be issued out of the court nearest to the property affected, and the provisions of The Mortgagors Relief Act, 1931, which make it mandatory for relief applications to be made in the court, nearest to the mortgaged property. If. foilowiug tlie Supreme Court ’practice, a definite fixthre could be made each month for a magistrate .to hear the large number of mortgagors’ relief aiid other chamber applicatibus, the present waste of time occasioned to litigants, witnessfes, and practitioners concerned in other clashes Of civil and. criihi’nal 'work as the i’esult of their having to stand by until thesfe telief and other inthrloeutory applications are first dealt with, would be a’voidfej. “The fact has also been ovei-lookOd.” wbhi bn 'Mr. Ba'rhett, “that subsequent proceedings cannot without extra expbuse be brought at the ensuing sitting in another valley ebuf't. The interests of justice and economy demand that juridical duties should be performed b.v a central court, With h magisterial sitting at least bneb a Week and. With the. court office opbn the. usual 54 Working days. “I nbdferstand that the Pctbne police sthtibn is too sniall. and inbst inconvenient, and arrangements could be made With the Justice Department for the accommodation of the Petoue police in the courthouse, thereby reducing the over* head expenses of both the Justice Department and the Police Department. Such •suitijnaty pi-bsecutiohs as drunkeftness, etc., could .still be dealt with by Petolib Justices. The same atrangemeiit could be niadb in connection with the Upper Hutt Court. With the result that not only Would the Justice Department be saved the expense of a clerk of court at Upper Hutt, but also ’the Upper Hutt residents Would have the benefit of h magisterial Sitting once a week instead of the present bimOpthly hearing. Lower Hutt by Virtue of its topographical advantage Would be the suitable locality for a central court,” he concluded. “MERRIE ENGLAND” Petformance by Hutt Choir “Metrie iSngla'ud!’ (Edward German) <vas performed in St. James's Hall, Lower Hutt, on Monday evening, by the Hutt Methodist Choir, considerably augmented fdf- the occasjbft. The choir with Übly conducted by Mr. Ernest Dawson, and Mr. R. HOrman Was at the piano. The choir. Which Was Well balanced, entered enthusiastically into the spirit of the work, and gave a creditable rendering of the jolly choruses so characteristic Of English life during the reign Of “Good Qartm Bess.” Miss Ferris, a brilliant soprano, was temperamentally well suited to her part as “Bessie Throckmorton,” and Miss Christina Young’s vibrant contralto voice was heujd to advantage as "tjueeii Elizabeth.” Mr. Reginald Blow, who possesses a baritone voice Of robust Vitality. _gavb a stirring interpretation of the "Eatl of Essex.” Mr. Samuel Dun Can. a Versatile tenor, took the part of “Sir Vi alter Raleigh.” In the quartets and duets, with which the work abounds, (lie voices of the soloists blended pleasingly. GAS LIGHTING BOARD Business at Meeting The Petone and Lower Hutt Gas Lighting Board held its regular meeting last night, the chairman, Mr, W. G. Loddc'r, presiding. There were present Messrs. W. T. Strand, S. Clendon, W. G. Meldrum, A. Scholefield, and E. T. E. Hogg. On the motion of Mr. Strand, the board decided not to take any action in the meantime in regard to the Eastbourne gas supply, unless there was urgent need. A resolution from the Petone Ratepayers’ Association, "That a strong protest be conveyed to the Petone and Lower Hutt Gas Lighting Board against any move that might tend to the loss of the complete control of the gas supply now held by Petone and Lower Hutt,” was “received.”

The board decided to grant £5 to the Wellington Free Ambulance. The works manager, Mr. C. Shaw, reported that during November the gas manufactured amounted to 9,355,000 cubic feet, a decrease over the previous month of 444.000 cubic feet, and a decrease over the corresponding month last year of 64.000 cubic feet. Th° est.iuiuted ,'tiir in stock at Dbeember 1 was 32,874 gallons, and the coal was 735 tons 17cwt. The distribution officer, Dlr. O. Silbery, reported that for November therh had been installed 10 new services, 12 new cookers, three ealiphonts. one water heater, two hottentots, and 12 new meters. ST. RONAN’S CHURCH .Organisations’ Keen Activity. Keen activity was reported b.v all the different, organisations of St. Ronan’s Church, Eastbourne, at the annual meeting. It was considered that distinct progress had been made during the year. The annual report mentioned that the rear had proved a memorable one iu that the Rev. J. Gibson Smith had retired after sixteen years of faithful service. In his place the Rev. E. R. E. Ross. M.A., was inducted as minister. Twenty-three new members had been received during the year, many of them from the Bible class. The Sunday school was doing good work, and there were four active Bible classes. The boys’ and girls’ clubs both reported a successful year’s work. The choir, which bad a membership of 20, had assisted greatly in the church services. The Women’s Guild had been working steadily through the year, and the result of the annual sale of work had assisted the managers in altering the church and providing additional seats.. The financial report showed that largely through the adoption of the weekly freewill offering system the finances had improved, and there was a small credit balance at the end of the year.

HUTT GAS SUPPLY Manufacture or Purchase DISCUSSION BY BOARD Urging that the board’s , consumers should have an opportunity of seeing the position and deciding lor tueuiselves, Mr. )V. T, titrand moved at the meeting of the Petone and Lower Hutt Gas Lighting Board last night "That the necessary steps be taken to ascertain whether it is cheaper for the board to manufacture gas or to procure it from a gas supply company.”

i'ue motion was carried, but the question was held over until the recently-ap-pointed secretary had had time to investigate. “1 do not think it will be found that we can manufacture as cheaply as we can purchase,” said Mr. Strand. "Figures show that our standing charges have almost doubled during the past five years. We are still paying interest and sinking fund on plant that has been serapptd, and if this continues it will soon place us at a still greater disadvantage. At present we have to charge 7/6 for 1090 net, Kid above what the gas consumers of Wellington, Johnsonville, and other suburbs pay, or, on our own manufacture, a sum of £3750 per annum. The gas consumers in this district -are paying £7500 more in ■direct charges and loss in taxation than 5f they were ch the same basis as their neighbours. “It is clear (hat flic cost has increased because of the extensive alterations and additions to plant and extensions -of our reticulation,” he continued, ’"b’-t as the district that we serve grows, these additions and extensions will continue, and the Cost be maintained or perhaps inert'ased.. Following the present trend to reduce the cost of taxation and living. I do not thiiik this can be accomplished by socialising our industries and manufacturing our requirements without regard to the cost. “If it would be better for consumers to purchase ifi bulk from any other company, give them, an opportunity to do so, but if thej" prefer to pay a higher rate, then Ido not object. It is not a change of policy I am asking for, but sufficient ihfbrihation to enable us to ascertain the true position With the general development of the Valley.” he concluded. Mr. E. T. E. Hogg seconded the motion. Mr. A. Scholefield considered that the board had paid an exorbitant price for an obsolete plaiit, and now had to “pay (he piper.” He thought that insufficient money had bfeeh set aside to redeem the plant, Mi’. Strkiid intimated that the motion was not difcected to the cost of manufacture, bitt tb increased overcliad expenses for manufacture. AMATEUR athletics Lower Hutt Club’s Meeting . Results of the LoU'ef llutt Amateur Athletic Club’s meeting on Monday night are.as follow:—, 220 Yards Hurdles.—L. Campbell (scr.), 1; J. Richardson .terr,), 2; J. Phillips (set.), 3- . Time, 28 l-ssCc. Roberts (20ft.), 136 ft. sin., 1.; ft. Griffith (scr.), 133 ft. Ilin., 2; J. Cunningham (3ft.), 125 ft. Bin., 3. Hop, Step, and Jump."—L. Roberts (scf.). 41ft. 9iu., 1; R. Griffith (2fL), 40ft. Tim, 2; J. Cunningham (4ft. 6in.), 39ft. sin., 3. 100 Yards.--j. Phillips (6yds.). 1; K. Read (Byds.), 2; N. Molswik (Byds.), 3. Time. lOseo.

One Walker, 1; C. H. 2; L. Andi’bws, 3. 50 Y’arfls. Women.—Miss Powell (3 yds,)/ 1; Miss Hill (syds.), 2: Miss Nicholls (Sjvds.l. 3. Tim*. 6 1-ssee. 120 Yards, Woihrii.—Miss Powell, 1; Miss Hill, 2; Miss Nicholls, 3. TENNIS TOURNAMENT Sub-Association Results Results of the tennis tournament of the Hutt Valley Lawn Tennis Sub-Association, held on Saturday, are as follow:— Senior. —Lower Hutt beat Taita, IL—4; Petone beat Muritai, S—B and 115 games to 113; Upper Hutt beat.Hutt Bowling,. 9—7Junior South.—St. James beat Central, 15-0; Petone beat St. Stophen’s, 9—7; Muritai boat St. Augustine’s, 19—6. Junior North.— Uppbr Hutt, beat Eastern Hutt, 9—7; Walwetu beat Lower Hutt, ‘fl. z Third South—Korb Kb'ro beat Central. —5; Pononga boat Petone West. S —B ana 77 games. to 62; St. Augustine's beat Wiliord. 10— 8. Third North.—Western beat Lower ITntt. 13—3; Waiwetu beat. Epuni, 10—6; Eastern beat Trentham. 9—7. , Fourth South.—St. Stephen s beat V ilford. 9—7; St. James beat Petone West, It—2 Fourth North.—Methodist beat Taita. S—S and 7S games to "61: Upper Hutt beat Knox, 11 —5; Western beat St, Pauls, Fifth South.—Pononga beat St. Paul's, 15—1; Koro Koto beat Central, 19 —-4; Wilford beat St. Augustine’s. 9—7. Fifth North. —Knox bent Eastern. 15—1; Waiwetu boat Western, 12 —1; Epuni beat Methodist., 9—7. ANNIVERSARY BALL There was an excellent attendance of dancers at King George Theatre Hall, Lower Hutt, when a successful ball was held in eilebratiou of the first anniversary of the opening of the De Luxe Theatre. Mr. 11. Morrison was the M.C., and the Marimba Dance Band supplied the music. Messrs. A. autl.W. Thoibpsou gave an exhibition of tap dancing, and other performers staged a Hawaiian bullet and a Spanish dancing ballet. The hall was effectively decorated in blue and buff, the theatre colours, and large framed pictures of film stars decorated the walls. Streamers, paper hats and balloons added to the gaiety. The large, elaborately decorated pink birthday cake was cut by the mayor, Mr. W. T. Strand, and a delicious supper was provided. The committee was as follows: Miss L. Morrison, crimson floral georgette; L. More, emerald green net; T. More, pink tulle; C. Morrison, azure blue satin; T. Webster, white georgette; and Messrs. D. McMichael, E. Martin, H. Lorrette, and R. Henderson.

Among those present were Mcsdames McMichael, pink georgette and lace; HMorrison, floral georgette; Denley, green georgette; Blair, ivory georgette; Laurette. green georgette; Emerson, floral georgette: de Castro, black georgette; W. Daniels, floral georgette; E. Walker, black taffetas; G. W. Bartoloinew, blue satin ; and Misses. A., Green, .pink satiu ; J. Morrison, floral ninon; M. Harland, black lace; M. Nuttal, black velvet; B. Peck, apricot georgette; S. Hunter, green velvet; E. Meyriek, floral georgette; F. Reid, black lace; K. Nickel, ivory satin; 11. Phillips, black lace; P. Ricketts, green lace: D. Rennie, green satiu; E. Taylor, green taffetas; W. Chown, green satin: J. Lee, ivory lace; P. Marshall, black satin; T. Routley, flame satin; M. Whiting lemon taffetas; A. Scott, green lace; L. Clarke, black velvet; D. Labey, green taffetas ; M. Keeting, white satin ; K. Griffin, blue satin; B. Patton, green taffetas: J. Raine, lemon taffetas; B. Kundy, green satin ; J. Benge, green taffetas; Y. Bartolomew. black taffetas; and T>. Daniels, red taffetas: and Messrs. D. McMichael, Gilligan, E. Kerridge, S. Forsyth, L. Forsyth, L. Johnson, IT. Morrison, 48. Carter. A. Hansen, G. Brunette, sf. Smith, F. Kcrshhtv, M. Stuart, and Evans.