NEWS OF THE DAY

Gisborne Herald, Volume LXVIII, Issue 20638, 19 August 1941, Page 4

NEWS OF THE DAY

State Coal Mine Fire After being idle for four days through an outbreak of fire in the west level at the foot of the Anderson dip, the Liverpool State coal mine at Rewanui was to resume operations yesterday. Air Force Candidates The latest list of airmen-pilots called into the ground training scbool, for service with the Royal New Zealand Air Force, includes two Gisborne men, S. J. Clubb and W. J. Murphy-. They are to report shortly at the Levin depot. Howling Umpires. The institution of a bowling umpires association under the auspices of the Gisborne-East Coast Bowling Centre was proposed by Mr. W. Jackson at che annual meeting of the centre last evening. The mover stated that the move would be productive of keen interest, and would raise the general standard ol’ the conduct of bowls. Mr. E. E. Somervell seconded the motion, which Was carried unanimously, several members commenting favourably on the proposal. Pipe Band’s Debut The Poverty Bay Highland Pipe Band signalised its coming into being as a fully-equipped unit by ( parading in full force on Saturday night and visiting the residence of Dr. R. M. Gunn, who presided at the meeting held in September last, when it was decided to form the band and endeavour to find pipes and uniforms lor 12 men. The result of the committee’s efforts was the completion ol the equipment early this month. The Mayor, Mr. N. H. Bull, was invited to attend the gathering, and the skirl of the pipes was thoroughly appreciated by all present. Loss to Bowls “There is no. need for me to emphasise how fortunate the GisborneEast Coast Bowling Centre was to have, for so many years the services of Mr. D. G. Robertson in the office of hon. secretary,” said Mr. J. K. Popple, retiring president of the centre executive, at the annual meeting last evening. “We all. know how valuable his services and his untiring energy were to the game of bowls, and what a severe loss the centre and the game suffered by his death.” These remarks were warmly endorsed by the delegates on behalf of all the bowling clubs of the district. Memories of Rua, Speaking in reminiscent vein at a farewell presentation to Constable J. McClinchy at the Hamilton police station, Senior-Sergeant A. G. McHugh referred to the visit of a strong party of police to the Maori prophet Rua’s stronghold at Maungapohatu, in the heart of the Urewera, in 1916, when Rua was taken into custody to quell an incipient outbreak of lawlessness. The speaker told briefly of the difficulties of getting to Maungapohatu, and of a suggestion that Constable McClinchy might be glad of a ride for a few miles. But the constable, even though years older than most of the others in the party, stuck grimly to the long and arduous walk, and on arrival was apparently as fit as anyone.

Ruatoria Golfer Farewelled Last week-end the members of the Ruatoria Golf Club farewelled Mr. A. R. Webster, the hon. secretary of the club. The club captain, Mr. A. Burrell, thanked Mr. Webster for the willing work he had done for the club. Mr. P. G. Burton, president of the club, congratulated Mr. Webster on his promotion and wished him and Mrs. Webster and little son the best of luck and, on behalf of the club, presented him with a handsome leather suitcase. Master Peter Burton presented a posy of spring flowers made by Mrs. Woodford to Mrs. Webster. Afternoon tea was served by the lady members. Replying, Mr. Webster thanked the members for their gift and good wishes, and mentioned that it was always a great pleasure to help the club in any way. He also thanked Mr. and Mi's. Burton and Mr. Burrell for their great co-operation.—Special.