MEETINGS AND SOCIALS

Evening Star, Issue 14185, 9 October 1909, Page 12

MEETINGS AND SOCIALS

FOOTBALLERS’ SMOKE CONCERT. The Port Chahnera Football Club held a smoke concert in the local Garrison Hall last night, a large number of member* and visiting members from sister clubs spending a vary pleasant evening. Mr N. Dodds (president) was in the chair, and before proceeding with the programme read a number of apologies from absentees, and welcomed the visitors who had honored the club with their presence that evening. Personally he was proud of being president of the club, for since entering the senior grade the team had played solid, clean football, and no player had been ordered off the field or “ had up ” before the Rugby Union for rough or foul play. This showed how the game could be played, and he hoped it would continue to be characteristic of them throughout their career. Of the fifteen games played by the senior team daring the past season seven were won, the same number lost, and one game was drawn. Some of the games had been lost by such small margins that perhaps it might be termed card luck in many instances that the wins wore not more in number. The season had been a creditable one, however. ,T. Clark had represented the club in the # interprovincial representative team; that had accompanied . lhe , V°£ fields team; and W. Dougherty Tii • V a - v wore ' n Hie North Otago team, all ot which went to show that the club was in good heart. the loyal toast was honored, Mr W MKenzie proposed the O.R.F.U. and the Referees’ Association. The former body was looked to, he said, to control football throughout the season, and, notwithstanding the criticism often levelled at them, he maintained that the Otago Union was second to none in the Dominion, -—(Applause.) Ihe Referees’ Association, although they often got more abuse than anything else, really deserved credit for the time and attention they devoted to the carrying out- of the game. Mr v\. J. Wilson, on behalf of the governing body, detailed the care they exercised and the time thev devoted to the proper carrying on of the’game. He believed every member of both bodies was sincere in his concern for the welfare of football. He thought that old players, when severing their connection with active football, shonld join the Association in their own interests and that of the game generally. Mr D. A. De Mans, in proposing Volunteering,” paid a high tribute to the efficiency of the officers and men of the local volunteer company. Major Dodds iNavals) and Captain il Kenzie (C&fiets) responded. The former said the Inspector-General had stated that the efficiency of the Garrison Artillery in this Dominion was second to none in the Empire. Major Dodds, after reviewing the routine duties devolving on volunteers —weekly drill, annual camp, and Easter encampment—said he hoped ' Sar Joseph Ward would this session pass a compulsory training Act, and then the day would come for the cigarette-smokers round the corners, who sneered at the volunteers returning from the arduous work involved in voluntary training. Captain M‘Kenzie said he had had seven years’ experience as a volunteer, and he thought there could not be two opinions as to the desirability of compulsory military training. Mr J. Graham, in proposing the “Port Chalmers Football Club,” said he congratulated the club on its members and on its active office-bearers. He also congratulated the senior team on their season’s record, and the meritorious performances of the junior teams showed that the senior team had good material coming on. Mr A. Kelly (captain) responded on behalf ot the club

Useful articles, as tokens of appreciation of services to the club, were presented to M. Cottle (trainer), W. J. Wilson (coach), W. M‘Kenzie and S. Moir (secretary and treasurer). The recipients responded in suitable terms. In returning thanks, Mr Wilson said he joined the club as a playing member twenty-one years ago, and since then he had filled every office except that of secretary and treasurer. Incidentally, he was as pleased with the seniors’ record for clean football as though they were that evening being presented with the banner.

Other toasts honored were “ Kindred Sports,” proposed by Dr Borrie and responded to by Mr M. Johnston (rowing), Mr A. Rawlins (cricket), and Mr W. J. Wile on (bowling); “ Visitors ” was proposed by Mr P. Stewart and responded to by Air R. M'Kenzie (Alhambra), Mr C. M'Lennan (Southern), Mr J. Graham iZin-gari-Richmond), Mr W. Luke (Ponekc), and Mr J. Grover. The musical programme was contributed by Messrs M. Johnston, R. M'Kenzie, D. A, De Maus, S. Collins, C. M'Lennan, and J. Hutton. Mr J. Driver played the accompaniments. CHILDREN’S CONCERT. A grand united Sunday school demonstration was held in the Salvation Army Barracks last night. Those taking part were Hanover Street Baptist, Trinity Wesleyan, St. Andrew’s Christian Endeavor. City and North Dunedin Salvation Army Sunday schools. The entertainment, which was very poorly attended, was organised for the purpose of assisting the Army in their rescue and mission work appeal. The programme, which consisted of nineteen items, was an excellent one in every way. and the performers, although all very youmj, acquitted themselves very well. Mr D. Wright, who presided, made an ideal chairman, and kept the performance going so briskly that, in spite of the length of the programme, it was concluded at a reasonable hour. The audience, although small in numbers, were very enthusiastic in their applause. Many 'of the items would have been recalled if the rule against encores had not been strictly enforced. The boys’ brass band attached to the North Dunedin Salvation Army Sunday School made a very creditable first appearance in the City, and under their conductor (Mr R. Dotting) played a selection very nicely. Before the close of the performance Adjutant Thurkettle thanked Mr Wright for presiding and the performers for their services. DUNEDIN HARRIERS. The Dunedin Harriers closed the season with a social and dance last night in St. Paul’s Schoolroom. There was a large attendance of members and friends, who were welcomed by the vice-president, Mr M. W. Johnson, who also congratulated the prize-winners upon their success during the season, and the club in winning the championship race of Otago for the fifth year in succession. Messrs Cannon, West, and Thomson fulfilled the duties of M. G.r in smooth manner, and the dance music was supplied by Messrs Yates and Beath. A most enjoyable night was spent. The list of honors for the season is as follows : Novice Race.—H. Crawford 1, W. Taylor 2. A. Turnbull 3. Edmond Cup Race.—G. M’Knight 1. Pour-mile Cross-country Race.—D. Thomson 1, H. Murray 2, H. Crawford 3. Five-mile Championship.—H. Murray 1, D. Thomson 2. N. Anderson 3. First novice. W, Woods. Five-mile Sealed Handicap.—N. Anderson 1, H. M - X<anchlan 2. Port Road Race.—J. M’Lachlan 1. G. Jackson 2, D. Thomson 3. Fastest time, H. Murray. Attendance Badges.—J. Wright, A. Hughes, W. Mills, H. Murray, NT Anderson, F. Haynes, F. Parker, P. Romeril (sixth year). METHODISM. The quarterly officers’ meeting of the Cargill Road Methodist Circuit was at.tended last evening by th* Revs. W. Qrigg and F. Rands and twenty-sis officials. Encouraging financial membership reports Were received on behalf of the work at Cargill Road, St. Kilda, and Broad Bay. Hearty invitations were extended to the Revs. D. J. Murray and P. Rands to labor in the cir. curt next year, and regret expressed at the severing of the happy pastoral relationships between the circuit ard its present superintendent (the Rev. W. Grigg), who has accepted an invitation from Invercargill, so could not accept the meeting’s invitation to remain in Cargill Road for a fourth year. A motion of sympathy with the Rev. D. J. Murray in his illness was carried, also a

motion of sympathy -with the widow of ’ Bro. Nondgen, (of Broad Bay). Arrangements were made for the forthcoming mission by the Rev. G. H. Cole at Sti Hilda and Cargill Road. Tenders are being called for the new Sunday school hall at St. Hilda. Special attention is to be given to Broad Bay during the summer season in regard to making the services as attractive as possible for vMtore. Appreciation was expressed concerning the healthy state ot the circuit at present, and of the good work done by the pastors and workers generally. DUNEDIN RIFLES. The Dunedin Rifle Volunteers held their annual smoke concert and distribution of prizes and shootnig trophies in the Carlton Cafe last night, Captain.Fordham (O.G. company) presiding. There were also present Lieutenant-colonel Stoneham (commanding First ' Battalion, 0. Captain and Adjutant M'Ara, Lieutenant Lusk (Dunedin Rifles), Lieutenant Chrystal (Highland Rifles), and Lieutenant Dobson (Wakari Riiles). The corps turned out jn goodly numbers, and the Navals were well represented. Apologies came from Lieutenant R. W. Cap stick (Bruce), Sergeant Stewart (Invercargill), and Corporal Moore (Wellington). A table, draped with a flag, held an assortment of handsome trophies. In proposing the toast of “The Prizegivers,” Captain Fordham said there were volunteers in this town who did hot wear uniforms. They ail liked to bring something away from the range with them, and fortunately there were some gentlemen who assisted that object in a very liberal manner indeed. This was true generosity. There was no hope of personal gain save in what benefited the nation benefited the individual. In Switzerland there were no prizes. The fact of having topped the score was considered honor and glory enough. We had, however, not reached this stage in Dunedin, and he who encouraged rifle shooting was a tine patriot. He had much pleasure in proposing this toast, coupled with the name of Mr Slinger. Mr Slinger responded, stating that, as a volunteer, he realised what shooting meant to volunteering. He wished the corps every success. The Chairman also proposed “The Visitors,” which was responded to by Captain M'Aara and Staff Sergeant-major Rassam. Lieutenant-colonel Stoneham presented the prizes, the list being as follows Color-sergeant J. Hay—first Westport Coal Company’s Match, first Captain Fordham’s Match, second Officers’ Match, second Special Match, second Messrs Halienstein Bros’. Match, also Championship Belt and gold medal; Private Morrison—first Officers’ Match, first Hallenstein Bros.’ Match, second Westport Coal Company’s Match, second Captain Fordham’s Match; Corporal Moore—first Mr Hislop’s Match, first Mr Burt’s Match, third Westport Coal Company’s Match; Sergeant Strachan—second Mr Burt’s Match, third Officers’ Match, third Hallensteiii’s Match; Private Harty—third Special Match, third Mr Burt’s Match, third Captain Fordham’s Match; Sergeant Thomson—first Special Match ; Private Lunan—second Mr Hislop’s Match; Corporal Knight—first No. 2 B Match, second No. 1 B Match, third Mr Hislop’s Match, also Sergeant Ferguson’s gold medal for B class aggregate; Private M’Lean—first No. 1 B Match; Sergeant Leggett—first Miniature Rifle Match. Captain Fordham, Lieutenant Lusk, Mr Slinger. Staff Sergeant-major Rassam, Sergeant Strachan, and Private Higginson provided the evening’s entertainment. SCHOOL COMPETITIONS. The Green Island School competitions were, continued last, night. Results ; Singing competition for children under 11.— E. Mason 1. L. Dunwoodie and Rata Freeman (equal) 2 Recitation, ‘Playing Ninety-nine’ (for infants). —Janet Buchanan 1, Doris Gosney 2, Annie Kane 3. Song in Costume (open).—Miss Valentine 1, Miss Hall 2. Dialogue for School Children.—E. Atkinson and H. M‘Ledd 1, W. Green and Rata Freeman 2, J. M'Lean and W. Gibson 3. Boys; P. MDonakl and D. Taylor 1, S. Wilson and James Deer 2, S. Stephenson and J. M‘Ahan 3. Violin Solo for school children J, Gray 1, L. Wynn 2, V. Price 3. Recitation, ‘ HohenLinden ’ (for children over 11 years).—V. Pringle L M. Renward 2, J. M'Lea.n 5. Song (serious) for ladies.—Miss Hall I, Miss Valentine 2, Mies Martin 3. The Mosgiel Brass Band were present during the evening, and played several enjoyable selections.