Ashhurst

Manawatu Times, Volume 60, Issue 99, 30 April 1935, Page 4

Ashhurst

From Our Own Correspondent. Tiie Masonic Lodge Hal! which was completely destroyed some 9 months ago has now been completely rebuilt, and is in use again. It has been finally decided to officially open the new Town Hall, with a social and dance on Friday, May the 3rd, a great night is ensured. The strengthening work on tho railway bridge over the Poliangina river at Ashhurst is progressing favourably. Weather conditions locally were very good over Easter, Good Friday, Saturday and Sunday being nice warm days with practically no wind. Monday brougfir a change when a strong South East wind and misty rain cooled the air considerably. Rain continued all day Tuesday-but Wednesday broke fine. Personal. Mr. F. H. Carnio' of tho local railway staff is at present on annual leave, Which he is spending with Mrs. Carnio id the Gisborne district. Mr. G. E. Ellis also of the railway staff, is sponding his annual .leave with Mrs. Ellis and family, accompanied by Mr. Ellis’-father who is on a holiday visit to New Zealand from England, touring by rail most of the principal North Mand towns.' Mr. E. Croft of Wellington, is relieving Mr. Carnie. Mr. T. P. Barnard who has been relieving on the permanent way (railways), Wellington, has now returned home. Miss Mary Templeton and Master Templeton are spending a short holiday with relatives at Horopito. Mr. C. Brewer is spending a short holiday in Christchurch. The Misses Nellie and Ma.ud Bauckham of Wellington are on a short visit to their sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Hayward.

Mr. C. Turner Senr., of Norsewood is on a visit to his son, Mr. C. Turner, The Terrace, Ashhurst. Mr. and Mrs. K. S. Ralph have returned to Masterton after spending a short holiday with Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Ralph, Broadlands, Ashhurst.

Miss Belli Romley has returned to school in Masterton after spending Easter with her parents, Mrs. and Mrs. AV. G.' Romley, Broadlands, Ashhurst. The Seventh shoot for the Club (J&iampionships and handicap aggregates was fired by tho Ashhurst Defence Rifle tVub last Aveek. Shooting over the 500 and 600 yards ranges, Mr. AV. Brower’s trophy was Avon by the youngest member hi the Club, M. Patou, Avho registered 27 and 30 off the rifle his handicap giving him the limit and tho trophy. The weather was dull with misty rain at times making visibility bad. A light wind was blowing though later in the afternoon a strong east wind blew up and those who were unfortunate to be shooting last, struck a very rough patch, in some cases 10 and 12 degrees of wind being necessary at 600 yards. Next week's shoot will conclude, the service series. Open sights will be used at '2OO and 300 and the 300 yards shoot over the aperture will go with the 600 yards already fired to. make up the Sth and oth shoots for tlie aggregate. Detailed scores Avere as follows: —M. Paton 27, 30, 10 —67; R. Jensen 26, 29, 12—67; S. J. Brookie 29, 27, 101—665; C. Turner, 30, 24, 12—66; J. Searle, 30, 32, 3—65; R. A. Jones, 31, 30, 4—65; B. Matthews, 28, 29, 7 —64; C. Thomson, 27. 26, 11—64; C. Dunham 28, 24, 11—G3; T. Orr 31, 29, 3 —63; W. G. Romley 32, 29, 91—601; C. Ralph 23, 19, 18—GO; C. BreAver 18, 13, 17—4 S; AV. Brewer 15, IS, 101—43 J. Extra shoot at 600 yards: T. Orr 31, AV. G. Romley 30, J. McDonnell, C. Dunham, J. Searle 29, R. A. Jones 2S, L. Matthews 27, M, Paton 26, S. Brookie 25, C. Thomson 24, C. Turner, C. Ralph 19. AVednesday shoot.—J. Searle 29, 29, Si —631; R. A. Jones 29, 28. 4—61; J.- McDonell 21, 29, 9—59; C. Thomson 18, 24, 13 —54.

Leaders in Championships—A. Grade: T. Orr 313, R. A. Jones 310, J. Searle 307. B. Grade: S. J. Brookie 27G, C, Thompson 273, AV. G. Romley 272, C. Turner 260. C. Grade: M. Baton 239. Handicap Aggregate: T. Orr 325. K- AJones 324, J. Searle 3285, B. Matthews 321, S Brookie 319 A, C. Thomson 318, M. Paton 3105, C. Turner SOS, AV. G. Romley 307. Anglican Church. The annual meeting of Parishioner® of, St. Mary Magdalene’s Church was held on AVednesday. A good attendance was presided over by the Vicar Rev. H. B. Geortz, Avho briefly outlined work done Id the Parish during the year. Reports were read regarding various activities in connection with the Parish, showing in many wavs a very satisfactory position. General regret was expressed at tlie departure from tlie district of Mrs. and Miss Borrett, both of whom had been of great service to the church, and will be sadly missed. At the same time they have the best wishes of tho parishioners in their new sphere. .... It was resolved to forward letters of sympathy to the relatives of the late Mr. E. Akers and the late Mr. Sixtus In their i-ecent sad bereav'ement. The election of officers resulted; Vicar's AVarden, Mr. W. G. Romley (re-elected); People’s' AVarden, Mr. Jos. Red (reelected); Vestry, the Church Wardens and Messrs T. Paton, John Red, H. Bristow, W S. Mander, C. Kline, C. Turner, J. Sanders, M. Kebbeli, D. Forlong and K. Davis (subject to his consent); Auditor, Mr. J. A. ■ McDonnell; SecretaiTi Mr. C. Turner. It was decided to hold the Annual Church social on Friday, I7th May. The ladies present -provided supper which Avas greatly appreciated. Rugby. The local Third grade team held a useful practice on Saturday, and will commence in the competitions nest week.