OTAKI NEWS.

Horowhenua Chronicle, 15 December 1934, Page 2

OTAKI NEWS.

•.Friday. , Mr. Jack Pepper, at one time a resident of the town, and now of New Plymouth, is at present on a visit to Otaki. He returns home to-morrow. A gold medal, presented by the Rev. Father Biordan for the best Maori pupil at St. Patrick's College (Silverstream) hais been won by C. Mariu. The death has occurred at Carterton of Mrs. Herbert Nowell, sister to Messrs Sage Bros., of Te Horo. A husband and small son are left to mourn their loss. Mr. "Bob'" Flutey met with a painful accident yesterday. He was sharpening an axe when the blade fell on his' foot, inflicting a nasty cut. Attention was given the wound at Moutcre hospital where stitches wore inserted. The collection at the sports at Otaki on Wednesday evening totalled £1 9s Bd. The Secretary (Mr Kiddie) hoped .that on the next occasion to have hurdle events, and he trusted that the public would give more liberally as the iClub would have to pay for the transport of 'hurdles, etc.

It was reported at the Otaki Fire Board meeting on Thursday that a grub was killing large areas of lupin at the Otaki beach. A hope was expressed that residents would give attention to any dry material and make fire breaks in the vicinity of their houses to minimise against the risk of fire.

A meeting of members of the Plunket Society and representatives of the A.A. & fl. lOlu'b was held on Thursday, when it was decided -to hold a sports gathering |on New Year's Day. It was hoped to entice visitors from Wellington and Palmerston by submitting an attractive Maori programme of hakas, etc.

At a meeting of the Otaki Fire Board on Thursday, reference was made to the high-pressure supply, and althought it was admitted that Otaki had a supply to be proud of, it was hoped that in case of fire residents would immediately turn off the water at their residences. It was stated that in some towns the supply was exceedingly low.

A nasty accident happened to Mr R. Hughes, at Otaki Railway on Wednesday afternoon;. He was driving in his trotting sulky when his horse got out of control. The vehicle struck a car, throwing Mr Hughes heavily to the ground. He was given attention by Mr J. Warnock, and then conveyed to ' Moutere Hospital. It was found that Mr Hughes had received a bad shaking and slight concussion. He has, however, made a good recovery.

Now that additional land has been secured at Rangiuru for a motor-camp, visitors will be enabled to park in one. of the best places in New Zealand. There is an abundance of shelter from tall pine trees, the grounds are ideal, conveniences have been erected, and water is to be laid on in the course of a day or so to the new portion. There is an ample supply of the best water on the adjoining section, utilised for camp purposes last year, and again available for this season.

The euchre and dance, held at the Railway theatre on Wednesday night for the funds of the Hame te Hura meeting-house, was well attended, and all present spent an enjoyable time. The floor was in capital order, and the music by Sharp's orchestra of the uest. Enjoyable games of euchre resulted, the following being the winners:— Firsts, Mr. W. Cootes and Mrs. Aomarerej seconds, Mr. Bob Harvey and Mrs. Pohio.

OTAKI STATE SCHOOL. BRING-AND-BTTY AFTERNOON. The day was gloriously fine for the bring-and-buy afternoon at the Otaki School on Wednesday, but the attendance was by no means large. The stalls were in charge of Mesdames Bills, Wallington and Ralph, while Messrs Gear, Ralph and Kiddie helped considerably. Their efforts were back-, ed up by Mr. S. J. Bishop, headmaster, and the teachers in general. The stalls were well laden and good business resulted. An apology for absence was received from the Chairman, Dr. D. S. Milne.

During the afternoon the school-work done by the children was freely admired, the handiwork reflecting the greatest credit on Mr. Bishop and his staff. Competitions resulted: Doll (No. 1), Nancy Kiddie. Doll (No. 2) Helen Southgate. Nail-driving, Mr. W. Ralph. Duck, Mr. H. Nicolson. Rooster, Mr. S. J. Bishop. As a result of the effort a sum of £5 will be. cleared. The Committee and teaching staff are grateful to all donors. OTAKI A.A. & C. CLUB. EVENING MEETING. The fourth evening meeting of the season was held on the Otaki domain on Wednesday when there was the

usual attendance. Racing was good, and again the officials worked well. The handicapping- was quite satisfactory, the starting was good, and decisions given promptly. The track was in good order and times registered satisfactory, although it was unfor-. tunate that no times were recorded. Following are the results; — Girls, under 10 years: D. Flanagan 1, G. Seal 2. Boys, under 10: L. Moore 1, P. Rodgers 2. Boys, over 10: K. Kirkwood 1, R. Roach 2. Half-mile Cycle: Coulter 45yds 1; J. Simcox 105yds, 2; " Milroy 50yds, 3. Also started: Wilkinson scr., Hornig 60, Judd 65, Batten 65. Simcox, Coulter, and Judd made the pace, the former leading at the home corner. Coulter, however, had something in reserve and won nicely, Simcox two lengths ahead of Milory. 100yds Handicap: H. Heffer, Syds, 1; N. Gordon, 10yds, 2; J. MacLeod, 7yds, 3. Also started: M. Gordon, 2yds, and W. MacLeod 7yds. A good race.

One Mile Cycle: Coulter, 00yds, 1; Batten, 115yds, 2; Milroy, 85yds, 3; Judd, 105yds, 4. Also started: Wilkinson, ser., Hornig 115. The latter led the field for a time, with Batten, Coulter, ,Judd, and Milroy close up. Wilkinson was 50yds behind; In the sec* ond lap the field was well together, with Wilkinson going well. He shot to the front on nearing the stand, and thinking he had won, pulled out. Coulter then went to the front, was never headed, and won ■comfortably.

220yds Handicap: J. MacLeod, Byds, 1; N. Cordon, 14yds, 2; W. MacLeod, 4yds, 3; M. Gordon, Iyd, 4. The only starters. Won nicely'by a narrow margin. 220yds (Junior): D. Garrity, 36yds, • 1; H. Heffer, scr., 2, B. Kirkwood* 28 yds, 3; K. Kirkwood, 18yds, 4. Only starters. A good race between the first two. Two Mile Cycle: Coulter, 130yds, 1* George, 125yds, 2; Wilkinson, scr., 3. Also started: Hornig 250, Batten 215, Judd 200, Milroy 150. The limit men held sway for some time, but in the third lap the field . was fairly well bunched, with Wilkinson well to the rear. The fifth and sixth laps saw Coulter leading, Batten _and George accompanying him. Coulter and George were riding well at the back stretch, but in the race home the former, after a good race, won by a wheel, Wilkinson a close third. Boys' Half-Mile: Batten, scr., 1; Murrell, 75yds, 2; Simcox, scr., 3; G. Evans, 75yds, also started. This was a good race, Batten winning by inches only. 300yds Handicap: Winterburn, 14yds 1, J. MacLeod, Byds, 2; M. Gordon, lyd, 3. Also started: Hakaraia 10, Nicolson 17, N. Gordon 20. This was a good race between the first three. One Mile Cycle (Youths): Batten, scr., 1; Simcox, 50yds, 2; Murrell, 150 yds, 3. G. Evans, 150yds, also started, Batten, after riding a nice race, won

comfortably while Simcox beat Murrell by a wheel. G-irls, over 10 and. -under 14: H. Swensson 1, R. Hakaraia 2. Old-Timers' Cycle Race: E. Armstrong, 70yds, 1; S. Thomson, 30yds, 2; W. Bailey, 170yds, 3. Also started: Miles 15, Enoka 110, and Snowdon 180. This could hardly be classed as an oldtimers' race, there being riders that should be competing each evening. Armstrong made the pace on the back stretch, held his position to win easily. Boys' Race (once round the track): V. Bevan 1, R. Roach 2. Wrestling. The wrestling bouts were somewhat tame,' the most interesting being between the "fan-tails" —Cooksley and Smith. , These two boys flew at one another in great style, and occasionally had to be separated by Referee Richards. The former received tho verdict. Roiri beat V. Bevan after a good tussle. The Simcox-Reardon bout —a draw —was a quiet one, while Coulter and Nicolson staged a burlesque. The former was awarded the verdict. Points Prizes. The points prizes for the series (four nights) were won as under: Running: M. G-ordon 1, J. MacLeod 2. Cycling: Coulter 1, Milroy 2.