FEILDING

Manawatu Standard, Volume LXV, Issue 119, 19 April 1945, Page 6

FEILDING

Miss Wolfe, of Pharazyn Street, Feilding, has received word that her brother, Pte. D. Wells, who has been it prisoner of war in Germany since October, 1941, has been repatriated and has arrived safely in England. Pte. Wells enlisted in Feilding and left with the Second Echelon. At the annual meeting of the Feilding Fire Board Mr V. M. Edgar was reelected chairman unopposed. Mr L. Hutton was appointed to represent the board at the annual meeting of the Firo Boards' Association next month. Correspondence regarding the appointment of gremen and their obligations as unionists was received, the chairman stating that he hoped it was not the "thin edge of the wedge" coming into volunteer brigades. Advire was received to the effect that the Government was now prepared to pay a flat premium of £2 in respect of State houses, Mr C. H. Tate (secretary) stating that there were 70 State houses in the borough so that the contribution would be £l4O per annum. "The Government is now paying for fire protection, whereas previously we got nothing," said Mr Edgar, in stating that the position was satisfactory now. The superintendent's report (extracts of which have been- published) was received, while (he estimates for tho year commencing April 1, involving authority to expend up to £BBB, were approved. The balance-sheet for tho year ended March 31, 1945, was received; it showed a very satisfactory credit balance of £169, of which £l5O is "to bo transferred to the capital fund. In the latter there is now £SBO which is being added to gradually for the purpose o,f purchasing a new fire engine in the next few years. Mr Tate intimated that the revenue was sufficient during the year just concluded (o enable commitments to be met without recourse to a bank overdraft, and ho thought there would not be any' need for the bank's accommodation this year. The chairman congratulated the board on its balance-sheet and estimates, stating that the requirements were modest compared with the expenditure of some other boards for the present year. . The •No. 6A Armed Forces Appeal Board sat at Feilding today. Mr J. Linklater presiding. With 11i2.11 wore Messrs W. Sutherland and A. Grigor. Mr Jensen representing the Crown. Thirty-one cases were set down for hearing Eai ly decisions were: A. W. Stone, farmer, review of appeal by Director of National Service on representation by reservist; sine die -adjournment granted. A. E. Lobb, dairyfarmer, review of appeal by appellant; adjourned sine die. T. J. Milos, application by R. D. Batchclar and Coy., Ltd., for deferment of military service; reserved. M. W. Kreger, farmer, review of appeal by appellant.; adjourned sine die. An enthusiastic welcome was accorded Rev. Clarence Eaton and Mrs Eaton in the Methodist Sunday School Hall on Wednesday evening, when Mr 11. E. Smitliers, circuit steward, presided and among those present, were the Mayor (Mr Seddon) and the Deputy-Mayor (Mr 11. ■J. Deve). also Rev. B. Hoffman, Baptist minister. Mrs Eaton was presented with a lovely bouquet of flowers by Mrs Stevens, on behalf of th(> 'adies of the congregation. Best wishes for their happiness in Feilding were oxprpssed by several speakers, Mrs Greatheml speaking on behalf of the young people. Mr Smitliers for tho office-bearers, and Mr F. Flavell on behalf of the Suncray School and teachers, while an address, was also given by Mr C. E. Taylor. Mrs Eaton, returning thanks for the welcome given her bv the ladies, said she was sure she would tw, happy in her work amongst them. Mi Eaton said ho had pleasure in coming to Feilding and was moved by the wonderful reception both he and Mrs Eaton had boon given. It Would be a delight to further his ministry amongst members of tho Feilding Methodist Church. Items wore given by Mesdames Cuming and A. Taylor and Messrs C. V. Guy and Eade. PATRIOTIC COMMITTEE.

A general meeting of the Patriotic Society in Feilding was held on Wednesday evening, Mr T. L. Seddon presiding. Mr Seddon, in paying tribute to the late President Roosevelt, described him as a truly great man, who had been an inspiration and wonderful example and whose memory would remain ever fragrant. Tbe death of Hon. J. G. Cobbc was also mentioned by tho chairman and motions of respect wore passed in silence. Mrs S. McDowall was accepted as tho St. John Ambulance representative on the committee. It was resolved that a letter expressing, tho committee's pleasure at his restoration to health bo sent to Mr T. L. Mills, who had been seriously ill. Discussing ararngements for the 1945 Patriotic Appeal, Mr Seddon said that Feilding was required to find £2BBO, or 24 per cent, of Zone E's quota of £12,870. Some money was already in hand and with a good start no difficulty should be experienced in securing the amount aimed at. The R.S.A. would be prepared to make a house-to-house canvass for contributions, intimated Mr F. J. Allen, retiring president of the The chairman thanked the association for its generous assistance in the past and voiced the appreciation of the committee for its latest offer. It was recommended to the R.S.A. that the canvass be made before May 21. Mr Seddon stated that . further appeals would be made, and although the war was going well money would be required for some considerable time yet. Mrs A. C. McCorkinrlale announced that the women's organisation would be continuing its shop days and proposed to hold Army, Navy, and Air Force Weeks for the purpose of raising money. The efforts of the High School pupils in raising £43-odd were mentioned by the chairman. Mr C. B. MeClure, a teacher at the school, explained that the scholars made weekly contributions from their savings and conducted concerts and shop days at the school, while they also cut lawns for residents .and donated their earnings from that source. The treasurer (Mr C. H. Tate) said the year had ended with a credit to be carried forward of £513 10s lid, the receipts having totalled £3lOl 7s 3d. To date' no fewer than 599 presentations had been made to members of tho Forces proceeding overseas. Tho gross receipts from the tearooms conducted at the saleyards shop had _ been £ll9 9s 3d, while stock and equipment were valued at £ls. The ladies had been responsible for that source of income. Tho report was adopted and Mr T. Collins expressed the thanks of the mooting to Mr Tate for preparing his statement in detail. The junior patriotic sub-committee was given status as a sub-committee and authority extended to it to expend money up to £3 for incidental expenses. The sub-com-mittee would be controlled by the executive and the general committee, and it was stated that the juniors greatly assisted the society, to conduct a ball next month was given subject to any cancellation made necessary should a declaration of the cessation of hostilities in Europe bo made in the meantime. Mr Allen was thanked by Mr Seddon for his indefatigable efforts in patriotic matters. Mr Seddon said that Mr Allen was retiring from the presidential office of the R.S.A. and it was fitting that his assistance be recorded. Mr Allen intimated that he would continue to do all in his power to a=sist in the collection of patriotic funds. In order to alleviate want and famino in European countries, tho Lady Gahvay Guild urged that the work of the organisation bo continued without abatement, and branches were urgently requested to send as much clothing as possible and as soon as possible. A report v\as received from tho knitting circle giving details of the work done for the Armed Forces. The organisation was thanked for the report and commended on the great volume of work carried out. Mm McCorkindale sought information as to what form the celebrations would take in Feilding when advice was received that the hostilities in Europe had ceased. Mr Seddon intimated that in his opinion tho celebrations should be in the nature of general thanksgiving to God rather than jubilant celebrations. Many people would still have boys away fighting and many lives would be lost. There were also prisoners of war, and to the parents and wives of these men the news would not bo considered grounds for celebration. Further, the European conflict was but part of tho total warfare, and in the Pacific there was still a formidable foe to be defeated, should he elect to fight it cut to the last. The prosent situation could bo described as 'tjust half-time," and the conclusion of the war against Germany should bo marked by relief, thanks and gratitude. "I cannot find my mind running to flag-waving and processions at this stage." said Mr Seddon, who explained that he felt that services should be held in the churches and also a civic service.

Tho schools would have a holiday and at a later date a victory ball could be hold. When the whole menace of aggression had been removed there could be unrestrained general rejoicing. Tho war was not over by a long way; victory over Germany would be celebrated by the people, but as for organised celebrations they would be confined to thanksgiving. Mr P. G. Guy felt that tho defeat of the primary cause of tho aggression, Germany, should bo widely celebrated and the day made one which the children would remember. Mrs McCorkindalo and Mr Allen expressed similar views to those of the Mayor, while Mrs J. Darragh said that as a mother she agreed that the celebrations should be confined to thanksgiving. Mr Seddon intimated that the Borough Council would make known its intentions ..as far as civic celebrations were concerned in the near future. ■ LAND SALES COURT. The decision of tho Land Sales Court has been given in the matter of an application for consent to the sale of a house from Marjorie Eraser to Barbara Tucker, of Feilding. At the hearing in Palmerston North Mr D. 11. Mclnness, on behalf of Messrs J. E Barltrop and Son, appeared for the purchaser and Mr Vautier for- the Crown. In his written judgment Mr Justice Finlay pointed out that aggregation was not the true purpose of appellant in seeking to make the proposed purchase. The judgment concludes: "Under the circ.imstanecs the Court takes tho view that the acquisition of tho house she has agreed to buy is reasonably necessary, having regard to the age and physical condition of the appellant. Its acquisition represents in a sense the substitution of a house in Feilding for a house in Wanganui. This is not, in the view of the Court, a case of 'undue aggregation' in consequence. Tho appeal is therefore allowed and consent to the sale is given."