WESTPORT NOTES

Grey River Argus, 4 October 1934, Page 7

WESTPORT NOTES

(Our Own Correspondent). Successful Card Party. WESTPORT, October 3. Despite inclement weather and a counter attraction of a similar charae ter, the card party held in the Labour Rooms last evening was given big public patronage. A dainty supper was provided by the Ladies’ Social Committee. The prize-winners -were: Mrs. R. Hansby, Messrs Lewis and McLaughlin. Cold Wet Days. For the past few days we are experiencing very wintry conditions in Westport. Heavy downpours of rain, some of which would not be misdescribed if termed cataracts, have been the order, 'flic rivers and creeks are all in high Hood and whitebaiting activities are considerably interrupted, and by the look of things this morning it is not contemplated that nets will be out for a while yet. The sun managed to break through the douds yesterday, and revealed the surrounding hills all covered in a mantle of snow. At the time of writing rain continues to .fall heavily, and if the sky is any indication there is no immediate probability of the conditions improving.

New Zealanders Meet in England. Under the heading “A Small World,” t-he “Wellesley News,” an .English publication, has the following.—“ Johnny Robertson, a member of .Jack Payne’s band, who is a New Zealander by birth, went for a swim to the New Brighton bathing pool on Tuesday. He was quite unaware that the pool was to be visited by champion Empire swimmers, but on the announcement being made by loudspeaker, he came out of the water eager to ‘hold out a hand’ to his compatriots. The first man he introduced himself to was Noel Crump, the free style swimming champion of New Zea land, who at once exclaimed, Robertson? Why I know your brother Char lie well.’ And it is so, for tin* bandsman's brother in New Zealand is an amateur swimmer of distinction and widely known. Both swimming champion and musical champion much enjoyed their meeting twelve thousand miles from home.’’

Johnny Robertson, above referred to, is a son of Mr and Mrs J. M. Robertson, Westport.

Gymnastic Display. The Gymnastic Display to be given in the Theatre Royal on Monday, October 15, by the members of the Westport Club, is attracting much interest, and an exceptionally large audience should be in evidence. The club members have been training for some time and have now reached a degree of efficiency which would compare more than favourably with any club of its kind in New Zealand. Over fifty will take part and every one are excellent performers, ’reams of ladies will be seen in barbell evercises and club swinging. Parallel bar work and tableaux building will also be features of a great evening’s enjoyment. The horizontal bar, marching, classical posing, etc., will also figure on the programme. A great supporting programme is in course of preparation, and the whole evening’s attraction should ensure a feast of entertainment. Dick Diskin, the greatest upside down artist in New Zealand, will also ap pear. He is just as happy on his hands as he is on his feet. The proceeds of the display will be devoted to the Holland Memorial Hall fund.,. Watch for further particulars.

Search for Mr Marshall’s Body. The search for the body of the late Mr Marshall was proceeded with yesterday and continued up to a late hour last evening, but without success. The creek is much swollen and the weather conditions generally are against the work of those taking part in the search. The collapsed bridge and four of the trucks are well down in the water. There is a possibility that the body may be held by this debris, but this cannot be determined until the rain ceases and the water in the stream clears. Shipping. The Canopus arrived from Lyttelton yesterday, and is due to sail to-day for Auckland. The Kini is also announced to sail to-day for Wellington. 'Phe Kanna, which has been held up outside, proceeded yesterday to New Plymouth, without making port.

P.A. competition—Final Session. The finals of competitions conducted i%der the auspices of the Westport Protestant Association were decided last evening. The results were as follows:— Scripture recitation, under 10 years. —Gladys Pfeffer 1, Norma Williams 2, Audrey Hammond 3. Sacred Solo, under 14 years. —Les Stevens 1, Mavis Burrell 2, Edna Hambling 3. Recitation, under 12 years.—Shirlev Cunningham 1, Winnie Hawes 2, Gladys Tregurtha and Win. Todd (equal) 3. Recitation, under 8 years—Ron Tiplady 1, Colin Tregurtha 2, AudreyHammond 3, Elva Mathewson 4. Scripture Reading, under 14 years. — Molly Curtis 1, Cleo McDonald 2, Nola Dent 3.

Sacred Solo, under ]0. —June Brewer 1, Audrey Hammond 2, Betty Vaux 3. Recitation, under 18 years. —Tira O’Neill 1, Olive Banks 2, Norma McDonald 3.

Essays, on “The Life of Abraham.’’ —Maisie Wood 1, ]sla MeDonagh 2, June MeDonagh 3.

Essays, on “The Life and Work of Martin Luther.’’ —Joyce McDonald (David Gibbard .memorial prize) 1, Doris Meyers (David Gibbard memorial prize) 2, Norma McDonald 3. Bible Class Essay, over 18 years.— Enid Went (Gibbard memorial prize) 1, Wm. Woodcock (Gibbard memorial prize) 2, Jack Tregurtha 3. Scripture Recitation, under 12 years. —Pat MeDonagh 1, Shirley Cunningham 2, Shirley Williams 3.

Sacred Solo, under 18 years. —Valmai Phipps (Gibbard memorial prize) 1, Norma de Tourettes 2, Wm. Dent 3. Recitation, under 10 years.—Vona McDonald 1, Gladys Pfeffer 2, June Brewer 3, Nacy Neill 4.

'Recitation, under 14 years.—Lola Dent 1, Edna Hambling 2, Cleo McDonald 3, Evelyn Johnston 4. Sacred Solo, under 12 years.—George Chamberlain (Gibbard prize) 1, Rosa Seaton 2, Maisie Wood 3. Scripture Recitation, under 18 years. —Tira O’Neill (Gibbard prize) 1, Norma McDonald (Gibbard prize) 2, Jean Knight 3. Choir Banner.—Anglican 90pts 1: Methodist 83pts 2; Salvation Army 78pts 3. Morgan’s Pictures Margaret Sullivan and John Boles are featured in “Onl v Yesterday” at the Victoria Theatre to-night (Thursday), and matinee this afternoon at 2.30, in the most absorbing love drama shown on the screen for a long time. Margaret Sullavan is seen in the role of a young girl from a little Virginia town, victim -of a tragic love affair with a handsome officer (John Boles), who went to France and forgot Other important roles are played by Edna May Oliver, Billie Burke Onslow Stevens, Benita Hume, Reginald Denny and a huge cast of players. It is recommended by the Censor for adults. Supports are News Reel and Cantoon. Usual prices; 2/3 and 1/6. FRIDAY AND SATURDAY “Lady Far A Day” is Columbia’s great attraction for screening Friday and Saturday and matinee Saturday, at Victoria Theatre. Featured players in this absorbing drama are Warren William, May Robson. Guy Kil.'bic, Glenda. Farrell. 3e;vn Parker. 11 is approved for universal exhibition. Supports include News Reel. Cartoon and 2-reel comedy.