WESTPORT NOTES

Grey River Argus, 25 September 1931, Page 7

WESTPORT NOTES

NEW PLUNKET ROOMS. (By Telegraph—Special to Argus.) WESTPORT, September 24. Much zeal was displayed at the official opening to-day of the Plunket Society’s Offices and Rest Rooms. Nothing could have been more desired than the beautiful weather which prevailed during the ceremony. The rooms are spacious and up-to-date, and there is every facility afforded for mothers travelling from the country. Mr Hagedorn, who presided, apologised for the absence of Mr H. E. Holland, M.P., and Hon. W. H. Mclntyre. He thanked all the workers for their co-operation. The rooms had cost £9OO, and the section was not a gift from the Borough Council. The funds raised were the result of a direct public appeal, and the maintenance of the institution would cost three pounds weekly. Borough and County Council assistance had made possible the appointment of a caretaker. The Mayor, Mr Harkness, congratulated the members of the Society on the completion of the work. Their attainment was the result of strenuous endeavour on behalf of the movement that was inaugurated by Sir Truby King. The activities Of the Plunket Society were becoming world-wide, and were instrumental in a great saving of infant life. The movement had started in New Zealand, which had the lowest child mortality of any country. The splendid rest rooms and offices now opened would provide for a longfelt want, and if it was said that Westport was too ambitious, it erred in the right side. It was an achievement that Westport could be proud of, and an ornament to the town. The site and the pleasant situation of the building were a feature. He regretted the absence of Messrs De Tourettes and Holland, who took a great interest in the Society. Messrs Niven and Caldwell also spoke, and they congratulated the members on tho accomplishment. Tho Mayor gave the key to Mrs Powell, who officially opened the Rooms. Afternoon tea was served, and the visitors wore shown over the rooms. LADIES’ HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP. The weather was brilliant for today’s ladies’ hockey championship. For the Stowell Cup the following teams competed: Uniere, Karamea, Cronadun, Reefton Rovers, Granity Ramblers, and Westport. The games were followed with interest. All were closely contested. Ramblers beat Cronadun by two to nil. Misses Stevens and Vincent scored the goals. Uniere beat Rovers in a strenuous game by the odd goal in three. Miss E. McNabb (2) scored for the winners, ami Miss Moorhead (1) for Granity. The final, Ramblers v. Umere, was one of fast and brilliant hockey. At full time the scores wore: Ramblers two (scored by Miss Stevens) and Uniere two (scored by Misses E. McNabb and A. McNabb). An extra fifteen minutes was played, but there was no change in the score. It was agreed to continue till the first corner was conceded. The Ramblers pressed and they won an exciting game narrowly. The Stowell Cup was presented to the winners at a dance later. The visiting teams were guests at the dance.

GENERAL. At the Magistrate’s Court Arthur Turner appeared on remand to answer several charges of fraud. For obtaining credit by fraud, he was sentenced to 14 days’ imprisonment, the warrant to be withheld if payment of £1 per fortnight is made. On a charge of I failing to report to the police, he was convicted and discharged, and on a further charge was sentenced to 14 days in gaol, to be concurrent with previous sentence, warrant not to be issued so long as £1 per fortnight is paid. Three local residents found on licensed premises after hours were., convicted and ordered to pay costs. Judgment for plaintiff by default was given in the following undefended leases; J. H. Powell v. J. Kane, £lO 16s 3d and costs; Borough Council v. 8. Thompson, £2l 14s lid and costs; same v. Estate of Selina' Thompson, £2O 10s 8d and costs; Hansen and Co. v. J. AV. Nicholson, £7 Ils and costs; Dallaston and Kecsing v. W. Carden, £1 13s 6d and costs; same v. P. Gillovitch, £4 17s 6d and costs; T. Fairhall v. E. Griffiths, £34 6s lOd and costs; County Council v. F. Johnson, £l7 14s 3d and costs; D. W. Oxnam v. B. Harder, £2 16s lid and costs; Griffin and Smith v. G. Leatham, £32 6s. 9d and costs; Westport Borough Council v. W. Archer, £2l 5s and costs; M. Win Stanley v. W. Grey, £2 6s 6d and costs: Commissioner of Taxes v. B. Watkins, £1 13s 8d and costs; F. Mitchell v. D. Hook, 18s 2d and costs; M. J. Toll v. A. Gray, £ll 2s 6d and costs; R. Karooz v. J. Port, £5 and costs, and possession of house; Cottrell and Lovell v. J. Mann, £5 and costs; Hagedorn and Sons v. A. Me-

Goven, £6 5s aud costs; Skilton and Wilson v. H. Parker, £1 13s 3d and costs,- F. T. Mitchell v. H. Pearson. £7 3s and costs; Hagedorn and Sons v. C. Outram, £3 18s and costs; Hagedorn and Sons v. B. Wade, £3 and costs; G. Pullar v. Jas. Stewart, £2 Os lOd and costs; H. Williams and Co. v. J. Martin, £1 3s and costs; D. Hartill v. W. Molyneaux, £2 and costs; J. H. Burley v. F. Chapman, £l2 5s 4d and costs; Cottrell and Lovell v. G. L. Stewart, £7 18s 3d and costs; A. Smith to pay Bailie and Co. £5 4s 2d, in default seven days, warrant suspended if £1 per month is paid; C. R. Tennant to pay United Distributors Ltd. £5 18s 9d, in default 10 days in gaol, warrant not to issue so long as £1 per week is paid; A. Grose was ordered to pay F. T. Mitcnell thd sum of £3 2s 9d : forthwith, in default seven days’ imprisonment; B. M. Foster was ordered to pay Whitcombe and Tombs forth-. with the sum of £2 6s 6d, in default seven days’ imprisonment. Some amusing passages with counsel marked a i case in which evidence was taken on commission in a claim for maintenance. An aged defendant, resident | in the O’Conor Home, kept the Court in a good mood during the proceedings, i Ho expressed a continuous desire to ( go for dinner, and intimated to Mr Moloney, who appeared for the wife, 1 that he would be pleased to discuss the | ease with him at his Home, which was I one of the best institutions in the country. James Hanna pleaded guilty ' to allowing his cattle to graze in wilIcw plantations, which was used for the protection of the river bank. A fine of 5s and costs was imposed. Following on the dismissals in the local railway, two more employees received notices yesterday, and further retrenchment is anticipated in the shops department in the near future. Last week, this week, or any week, the cash prioes bring 'business and win satisfaction at Gibbard’s, where New Spring Goods are in evidence at reduced prices, a few of which appear in this issue.

Andy Phillips is now at the Sergeant’s Hill Hotel, where a welcome awaits all-—Advt. Have you s een Jeff’s new barf —Advt. Morgan’s Pictures Norma Shearer in “Let Us Be Gay’’ is the Metro-Goldwyn talkie attraction at the Victoria Theatre to-night and to-morrow (Saturday) matinee and evening, and on Monday night. “Let Us Be Gay’’ is one of the most notable pictures so far made, and all are urged to see and hear it. Rod la Rocque is dashing as the husband in the picture, and Marie Dressier is simply splendid as the eccentric dowager who

keeps things moving in and out of the picture. This is another of Marie’s triumphs, and she lets no opportunities pass by. Hedda Hopper contributes a charming bit of cattiness as Madge, ami Raymond Hackett and Sally Eilers arc the young love birds who find everything all right when it’s all over, but pretty hectic while Norma is outvamping the other ladies at a weekend party. Be advised and book your seats at Morgan’s, near Theatre. THEATRE ROYAL. Tomorrow night, Saturday, only, R.K.O. Pictures present John Bowers in “Laddie,’’ a throbbing story of love and youth adapted trolin Gone Stratton-Porter’s greatest novel, at the Theatre Royal. See all the delightful characters you loved so well in the novel come to life in the picture. Seo the amazing and thrilling situations. Supporting picture is a two-reel comedy. Usual picture prices.