OTAKI NEWS. HARVEST FESTIVAL. WOMEN'S INSTITUTE. VALEDICTORY. PALMERSTON NORTH HOSPITAL BOARD.

Horowhenua Chronicle, 22 March 1934, Page 6

OTAKI NEWS.

HARVEST FESTIVAL.

WOMEN'S INSTITUTE.

VALEDICTORY.

PALMERSTON NORTH HOSPITAL BOARD.

Detective Barling, of Palmerston North, was among the visitors to Otaki and Waikanae yesterday. The throe boys who recently escaped from the Weraroa farm, were caught at Paraparaumu on Monday and returned to their headquarters. The wedding took place at the Manse, Otaki, on the 10th inst. of John William Irwin, of Palmerston North, and Myrtle (Catherine Morris, of Otaki. The ceremony, which was a quiet one, was performed by the Rev. W. 11, Carroll. Mr. and Mrs. Irwin have taken up residence in Palmerston North. One sportsman at Waikanae yesterday came homo with a bigger bag than he anticipated, when leaving home in the morning. Sighting a rabbit in a sitting position he was able to draw a perfect bead on it • but just as he pulled the trigger the house cow raised its head frob behind a knoll and got the full charge. After spending some hours in contemplation the youthful sportsman skinned the animal and proceedied [homewards to .explain to dad why he had returned with a hide instead of a fur.

In connection with the Methodist Church at Te Horo the harvest festival services were held last Sunday afternoon and on Monday evening. The church was tastefully decorated and a large supply of vegetables,, etc., were generously given by the residents of the district. The hymns chosen by the organist, Miss' I. Jvirkcr, were of a suitable character, befitting the- occasion. The preacher was the Rev. M. Ayrton, who spoke to a most attentive body of listeners on the subject of the purpose of harvest time. On Monday evening a line company of friends gathered to help the funds of the Church. A great variety of fruits, vegetables and jams were placed in a. business-like manner and these were sold at reasonable rates, giving entire satisfaction to the parties concerned.

A very enjoyable evening- was spent by young and older persons alike. Cordial thanks are due to the generous help extended by many friends who live in the immediate district. Next Sunday and Monday the Circuit effort along similar lines will be completed at the Otaki Methodist Church. Contributions and gifts are solicited for this definitely religious purpose by Saturday next which will be appreciated by the Church officers.

TE HORO. There was a fair attendance at the meeting held at the Te Horo hall on March loth, of the Te Hero Women's Institute. The Institute prayer opened proceedings and then arrangements were gone into for the new year. Results were as follows:—President, Mrs. Jenkins (returned unopposed); secretary, Mrs. Lumsden; Kapiti Group, Mrs. Scott and Mrs. Blair, librarian, Mrs. Blair; committee, Mesdame's Ball, Jensen, Jenkins, Walker, A. Taylor, White-Scott, Blair, Spiers, Brown, Lumsden, Misses Rolfe, Avery and Kirker.

Mrs. Blake and Mrs. Ball were appointed to represent Te Horo Institute at the Federation meeting to be held in Wellington.

After the business had been transacted an enjoyable afternoon tea was served.

Mrs. Ball then gave an interesting demonstration on how to make beadjug covers, which was much appreciated by the members. The competition, “Something new from something old," brought some original entries. The folloAving Averc the winners:—Mrs. Blake 1, Mrs. Muir, 2, and Mrs, Empson 3.

The hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames Strom, Gawler, Y. Cottle, and Miss S. Beauchamp. The next meeting of the Institute will be held on Thursday, April 19th, when, among other items, an interesting travel talk will be given. It is hoped there will be a good muster of members.

PRESENTATION TO MRS SAVELL. An informal gathering of the members of the Library Committee and- a few subscribers took place on Saturday evening in the Municipal Library to bid farcAvell to Mrs. Saveli, Avho has occupied the position of librarian for the last five years. Mrs. Saveli has been appointed to a permanent position in Palmerston North as a teacher in French Avhich necessitates her residence in that city. • She relinquished her duties as librarian in Otaki Avith regret and the subscribers agreed to give a suitable present, to her on the eve of her departure. The chairman of the committee, the <Rev. M. Ayrton, in making the presentation, said that the proposal originated Avith the subscribers who, apparently, Avere quite satisfied with the way in AA-hich their guest had carried out her duties during the last several years. Residents were of a migratory character, coming and going, but they had learned to value friendships among those whom they met from time to time. The committee and the subscribers joined in wishing Mrs, Saveli -every success in her new appointment.

Mr. Mortiboy, secretary of the Library committee, intimated the pleasure

he had had in working with Mrs. Saveli in the discharge of the duties of the office. Good temper combined with efficiency had assisted considerably in improving the public library. A young peoples’ section had been added recently, which was much appreciated by those for whom it was intended. He cordially joined in wishing Mrs. Saveli happiness while in Palmerston North. Councillor H. Cockrell remarked on the. good relationship that had invariably prevailed during Mrs. Saveli’s term of office. He regretted the severance that had taken place and joined in the good wishes that had been expressed. Miss Hayden, in a short and bright speech, complimented Mrs. Saveli on the way she had carried out her duties and expressed greetings to Miss Thomson as her successor to the position as librarian.

Mrs. Saveli, who had no knowledge of the presentation, was somewhat embarrassed by the occasion but announced her pleasure in being present at such a gathering and in being the recipient of their tokens of good wishes. Her attachment to the work of the library had always given her-much enjoyment and now to hear the messages of goodwill these would always remain with her as a priceless possession and reminding her of their residence in Otaki. She desired to thank all her friends and the subscribers for what they had done on her behalf and felt that she would always retain a keen interest in the future and tire growth of Otaki Municipal Library, Others who were present joined in wishing felicitations to the late librarian. The present consisted of a suitable hand-bag and purse containing the gifts of the subscribers.

REPORT ON OTAKI HOSPITAL. '‘Dear Sir,—l have to report that the Otaki Committee met at the Otaki hospital, on Wednesday, 28th February, at 10.30 a.m. “Those in attendance were: Mr. J. K. Hornblow (chairman), Messrs G. A. Monk, F. J. Ryder, Wm. Howell. “‘Leave of absence was granted to Messrs R. L. Aitchison and D. Collis. “The Committee considered a statement re District Nursing services and staffing of Otaki hospital. On the motion of Mr. Monk seconded by Mr. Ryder, it was decided to - recommend the proposal outlined -subject to nothing being done in the meantime regarding outpatient work at the Otaki hospital, but that a return .be. masked for from Dr. Milne covering cases under treatment during the past two years and that this be considered by the chairman and managing-secretary when received and a further report submitted. “As regards the question of nursing staff at the Otaki hospital, it was decided that in the meantime hospital could not-be satisfactorily carried on unless the minimum staff were: One matron, one nurse, one junior probationer and one cook-housemaid. “The chairman reported that he had interviewed the chairman of the Wellington Hospital Board regarding Paraparaumu cases being admitted to Otaki hospital, and the committee agreed to recommend that indigent persons from Paraparaumu and the surrounding area be admitted to the Otaki hospital for maternity treatment provided that a mainenanee fee of £2 2s a week be guaranteed by the Wellington Hospital Board. “The Committee considered a report from the managing-secretary on various matters relating to the Otaki Sanatorium. The report was adopted,- it being decided to recommend that the salary of the Medical Superintendent, Dr, Francis, be increased to £6OO per annum.; that the salary of the Matron, Miss Aiken, be increased to £2OO per annum; that the salary of Sister Redmond be increased to £135 per annum; that the salary of Sister Paget be increased. to £lO7 10s. “In connection with the swamp area, the managing-secretary ; s action in providing extra days for the No. 5 men during the stand down week was confirmed. “It was decided to leave the matter of metalling the road in the hands of the managing-secretary to make the best arrangement possible with the County engineer for the supply of metal. “It Avas decided to recommend that the gardener's cottage at the Otaki hospital and the building at the main gates at the Otaki hospital and the nurses' cottage and the Otaki hospital be painted this year. The question of doing this work by using either the Board's own staff or by private contract to be considered at a later date. In the meantime the Committee recommended that an amount sufficient to cover the cost of painting be placed on the estimates. “In connection with the swamp area, it Avas agreed to alloAV the No. 5 men to remove fircAvood for their oavu use and Avheu the fircAVOod has been removed to have the area ploughed by tractor, limed, and soAvn in deep rooted grass. “The members for the southern end of the district examined a list of outstanding patients' accounts for. the Otaki district and decided to recommend that certain accounts be Avritten off. “The chairman reported that he had had a discussion regarding the proposal that Dr. Short should be engaged as Consulting Medical Officer at the Otaki Sanatorium, the Medical Superintendent of the Sanatorium having previously asked the ‘Committee to consider