WESTPORT NOTES

Grey River Argus, 20 August 1934, Page 7

WESTPORT NOTES

(Onr Own Correspondent.) Interesting Debate. WESTPORT, August. 19. Intercut in the weekly debate, held in the Labour Rooms last evening was fully maintained when the question “ Is the exchange rate of advantage to New Zealand,” was db cussed Messrs Nicol, ALA., Craig and Tonks took the affirmative am] the negative was sup ported by Messrs Maitland, F. O’Gorman and T. Shaw The chair was taken bv Mr Jackson. Sunday School Tea. There was a capacity gathering at St. Andrew’s ll'all, when (he Sunday School children had their annual tea. After grace had been Maid, the c.hildien done ample justice to the good things provided. Indoor games and songs made the time fly all too quickly. Rev. S. W Webber, who was in charge was assisted, by a strong ladies’ committee, which included tli c following; Mesdames Beilby, C’ameron, Grimes; Misses Parfitt, G. Douglas, M. Collins, M Barr. J. Hardie, B. Marshall, Al. Johnston and Messrs W. J. Young and F. Grimes.

Wrestling. Referring to thp wrestling bout which takes place here on Tuesday night, “ 11 r.-id lock ” writes us follows. Detton is undoubtedly the most spectacular wrestler in New Zealand and his work is done with such speed that he always makes his .opponent move with him. Who will forget his thrilling encounter with Walker and Meyer? Stenning has commenced his circuit in New Zealand and (net that hard, tough and cunning champion of New Zealand George Walker. Walker got two falls to one but it took him six pounds. Walker had a groat advantage in weight and those who know him realise that he would make Stenning carry the wre. tling to him. This is Walker’s practice, and as soon as a man makes a mistake he takes him for a fall. Stenning must be above the average to take Walker over six rounds and take a fall from him with the deadly <( Octopus Hold”. Get someon e down on the floor, face down; place your foot between the shoulder blades, pressing down; take both arms and draw them up in the ah' backwards bringing the arms in the circle towards the feet. Then press >up gently. Don’t- go too far or there will be a doctor’s bill to pay. To put that across Walker, is no mean performance. Detton moves like whirlwind and Stenning will have to move with him. This is Stenning’s Opportunity if ever ho had a chance for a quick man will make him go for it. What a bout i'f will l be and don’t miss it. The Theatre Royal will be packed on Tuesday evening when the gladiators enter the ring. The attendance of ladies at the last bout increased over 4(10 per cent, so there will be an even larger attendance for this bout. In connection with the attraction, a special train will leave Soddonville at 6.30, Ngi-.kawau 6.50; Granity 7.0, Waimangliiroa 7.25, and arrive at Westport 7.50' p.m. Grant For Dental Clinic The Minister of Health has approv ed of Buller Hospital Board making a grant during the present financial year of £2O to b P apportioned to the several dental clinic committees in the Buller district. The Minister it is stated was influenced in his decision by the abnormal conditions that prevail in this district. Hockey Tourists. 'fhe Picton ladies’ hockey team arrived in Westport and were the guests of the Wesleyi (men’s) Club at an enjoyable dance held in the Friendly Societies’ Hall. The visitors wore welcomed by Air P. Gillovic and Mr Rodley replied for the Picton girls. Music i was supplied by Keoghan’s Melody] Boys, and a dainty supper was provided by the Wesley Club. During the evening novelty dances were won by Mr Gillespie and Miss Morganty, Air Davies and Miss Strack, Mr Daily and Miss Button, Air McLaughlin and Mis< Riley, Mr Head and Miss Smith (Picton). Borough Affairs.

The Mayor, Air Kilkenny was in the chair at the weekly meeting of the Borough Council The Fire Brigade were granted thp use of A'ictoria Square for practise for the demonstration at Kumara. Alf Craddock was granted permission to store dangerous giods on the usual conditions. Buller Cricket Association asked that the Square be opened earlier than usual for cricket this season. The request was referred to 'the Reserves Committee with a recommendation that it be given the fullest consideration. The Mayor of Temuka advised that a public meeting had decided to convene a gathering of representatives of all local bodies aif. Wellington to formulate some workable scheme for the placing of unemployed on improved or standard rates of pay and asking the Council’s cooperation. It was decided on the motion of Or. Caldwell, seconded byi Or. Higgins, that the Temuka request be

supported. It was also decided that the Council send a delega'te to the conference. The Couincil decided to cooperate with th e Main Highways Board as far as possible l in the taking of a traffic census. It was agreed 10 have lights installed in the now Band Rotunda on the Victoria Square. Morgan’s Pictures WESTPORT. Join the Navy and see the world— Go Nuts, says J. E. Brown, in his latest First National comedy success, “Son of a Sailor,” at the Victoria Theatre to-night and to-morrow. My biondie lives over the ocean, so here’s the chance of a lifetime for you gals —swim out and see me some time. I’d like to be your man o’ war! Jean Muir has the leading role, while others in the cast are Frank McHugh and Thelma Todd. Approved for Universal Exhibition. Supports are: News, Musical ami Comedy. Usual prices. WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY. Gene Gerrard in ‘“rhe Love Nest” is a British attraction to be screened at the Victoria Theatre on Wednesday and Thursday. A gay young bachelor celebrates his last night of freedom, preparing “The Love Nest” for his bride. A knock on the door! And in walked a lovely stranger in nifty pyjamas, wet to the skin, and demanded shelter for the night. Naturally, he objected; yes, of course he did. What would you have done? More suitable adult audiences. In this issue Messrs Gibbard’s, of Westport, offer special values in wools, silks, dress materials and men’s wear. Men! Get ready for the whitebait season; we have a good range of quality netting.—Gibbard’s Mail Order House, Box 74, Westport.—Advt.