THE SCHOOL YEAR

Northern Advocate, 19 April 1932, Page 2

THE SCHOOL YEAR

HUSEHOLDERS’ MEETINGS

ELECTION OF COMMITTEES.

"'HORA HORA ENTHUSIASM,

Statutory annual meetings of householders to deal with primary educational interests generally and for the particular purpose of electing School Cojumittees for the ensuing twelve inifaalths, were held throughout the Auckland Province at 7.30 last night. ; Parents and “ guardians” of the Horn Horn area of Whangarei Borough! again displayed their proverbiUl; enthusiasm, no fewer than 47 persons . congregating in one of the capacious classrooms, of _ the .main building,ya large proportion of ladies, as usual, gracing the occasion, the importance of which was enhanced by anAaddress on ,- evening continuation clashes given by Mr A, R. Ryder, Principal , of the Whangarei High School, while a display of the work achieved by the primer and standard pupils was affixed to the walls of the- Assembly room and also in the infant department. . Evidence of distinct progress was -apparent in the exhibition, which elicited many cn-

comrums. Tiio chair was taken by Mr S. B. DDntili, who cxiivcsscfl his gratification at ‘the large attendance. Annual Report. S?ollowlii|r."... upon adoption of the minutes of the preceding annual meeting, the secretary, Mr W, H. Robinson; presented the annual report in the following terms:— In presenting the. ninth annual report 1 the committee ■wishes to .’express, appreciation of the jhamier .in ■which* the headmaster and his staff have conducted the work of the school, and congratulates them on the good results obtained. Staff. —The only changes in the teaching staff were that Miss G. R. Cooper and Miss A. M. Higginson were transferred, their places being filled by Miss M. Frood and Miss M. H. Dwen respectively. Miss A. Newman completed her term of probation and has been replaced by Miss E. M. Roberts. The school was fortunate in that all these changes took place at the end of the school year. Roll.—The number of pupils on the roll at the end of March was 238 —a slight decline on the figures at the efid of March, 1931. This is accounted for by the largo number of pupils (nearly 40) who passed on to the Junjpr, High School at the close of last year. Attendance.—Owing to the absence of any epidemic of sickness, the attendance of the children has been remarkably good. Fifty-five good attendance certificates were earned by scholars. When it is realised that these are given to children who have been absent not more than five halfdays' during the year the percentage fS bxceedihglj’-’ high. Art Union. —The committee disposed of the Doll's House presented by Mrs-Tiidehope in aid of the Cocoa Fundby means- of ah art union. This proved an unqualified success. A total of 710 tickets was. sold, bringing in £l7 Ip/. Expenses (printing and advertising) ; amounted to £1 12/C, leaving the handsome profit of £l6 2/6. The drawing, which took place under police supervision, resulted in Doreen . Norris) of Aubrey Street, Whangarei, being the fortunate winner. . Much of the success of the art union is due to Mrs Mitchell, proprietress of the Commercial Cafe, who exhibited the -house in one of her windows during the time tickets were being sold; and to the members of her staff, who entered whole-hearted-ly into the disposing of tickets. Cocoa Fund. —The sum of £2 0/6 from this fund was used to provide hot drinks for the primer children 'during the winter months. [Grounds. —The committee availed itself of the No. 5 Unemployment scheme to have the front area dug up and laid in lawn; also that portion to the, left of the school dug and levelled. The committee much appreciates the splendid work done by the men. A drain was also put in from near the small front gate to the boys' shelter shed to carry away storm-water from the park. This has prevented any water reaching to tbe paths near the main entrance of the seho.ol;.building. Wages in connection with: the .work amounted to £97 10/. SAJ number ef : young Lawsoniana trees was Obtained from the State Forestry Department and planted on a line. dividing the lawn from the resl of the grounds in front of the school These trees were put in by Mr A. Dickens. The committee would like here to record its appreciation of the interest and practical assistance Mr Dickens has always shown in connection with the lawns and grounds of the school. Bi-eaking-up Function.—This year the lieadmaster decided to combine Barents - ' ‘ Day with the Christmas Tree function. Afternoon tea was provided and two raffles were con ducted, the prizes—a dressed doll and a pair of pillow-shams—being won by Mr J. -Holloway' and Mr W. IT. Robinson .respectively. Best All-round Boy and Givi.—The fiofomon Prize for the best all-round boy was won by William Purvis; and the Committee's Prize for the best girl by Grace Thompson. Picnic. —Through the kindness of Wilsons (N.Z.) Portland Cement, Ltd., the annual picnic was again held at

Portland Beach. In spite of the unsettled 'weather ;IS7’ children and S 5 adults spent an enjoyable day. The committee expresses its thanks to the Railway officials for their courteous treatment and co-operation.

Dental Clinic.—During the year the children have received a six-monthly revision of dental treatment. The committee expresses its appreciation of the work of the dental nurses during the year. Thanks are also due to the parents for the manner in which subscriptions have been received. Euchre Evenings. —To augment tliQ ; funds of the school and for the purpose of supplying social intercourse among the people of the district the committee decided last winter to conduct a series of card evenings. It desires to express its thanks to Mr A. Setter for his invaluable assistance in the running of these functions. Also to those kind friends who on many occasions have donated prizes and cakes.. As during the coming year the committee will be faded with extra expenditure it commends these card parties to the parents as a means of providing a pleasant evening while at the same time helping the funds of the school. ,

Tennis Club. —The relations between the Hora Horn- Tennis Club and the committee and teaching staff at .the school have been harmonious. The committee congratulates the Tennis Club on reaching the final in the B 'Section of the Rishworth Shield Competition. Committee.—Meetings of the ebmmittee have been well attended and all members have,,.worked nnstintingly in the intereSstsUbf thfe ’kfehbbl. The secretary Then submitted the balance .sheet, showing a balance of £l9 fi/8 in the bank at the £.nd of the financial year, February 29. A ’supplementary statement giving the position to date, disclosed that expenMit.ui'c had reduced the balance to £9 8/9. The chairman’s motion that the report and balance sheet be adopted was carried unanimously.

Headmaster’s Report.

Mr j. T. TcesdalOj headmaster, .presented his annual review, which comprehended all the activities of the past year in detailed form, with special reference to successes achieved in the sports section and a complete statement of receipts and expenditure in all departments. On the motion of Mr R. W. Parker, seconded by Mr J. W. Parkin, the headmaster’s report was received and a vote of appreciation accorded the members of the teaching staff for their efficient service during the preceding twelve months.

New -Personnel'.

Nominations for the nine seats on the -committee for next year comprised Mesdanies Tudehope and James, Messrs A. Dickens, W. H, Robinson, F. Mogford, R. W, Parker, B. R. Miller, G. A. Sethell and J. W. Parkin. As the number exactly fitted requirements, the foregoing were declared by the chairman to be duly elected.

General,

Votes of thanks were heartily accorded Mr Ryder for Ids attendance and address (reported elsewhere) .and the outgoing .committee members for the able, collective administration of school affairs during their term, of office. In the latter connection, on the initiative of Mr Mogford, a special meed of praise was extended to two foundation, members in the persons of Messrs G. Richards and D. H, Redwood for the zealous and consistent endeavours in advancing the primary educational interests of the district since the committee was formed as an entity apart from the Whangarei -Central Committee, Mr Richal-ds having been chiefly instrumental in establishing the separate organisation.

On the proposal of Mrs James, it was made a recommendation to the incoming committee to arrange, area facilities for the playing of football by the boys attending school. A motion proposed by Mr Mogford and carried, with one dissentient, to the effect that the High School Board of 'Governors be requested to explore every means, of synchronising the present uniform worn by pupils, rather than making it complete change of attire from blue to grey. .

x Manual Instruction. 1

A circular letter Avas received from the Newton Manual Training Centre, Auckland,' asking the meeting to use its utmost endeavours to retain manual instruction for (Standard 5 (Form I) pupils. The folloAving resolution avus carried: —“That this meeting of householders of the Hora Bora School District emphatically -protests against the proposed discontinuance of the manual instruction of pupils of Sdt. 5 and the closing of country manual training centres, and that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Minister of Education and the member of Parliament for the district, asking for their co-operation and assistance in the direction of retaining those services.”

The meeting’s approbation of the display of pupils’ work Avas put in

the form of a motion. by Mr Dunn and carried amidst, acclamation, and the customary courtesy A'ote to the chairman -concluded n meeting marked by complete accord and intense interest in the welfare of the school.

New Committee Meets.

The newly-elected committee met (it the eoneUisien of the householders’

meeting, when Mr G. A. Bothell was re-elected chairman and Mr \\ r . 11. Robinson secretary-treasurer.

Messrs R. W. Parker and Robinson were elected flic committee’s nominees on the Dental Clinic Committee. .

' WHANGAREI

There was an attendance of twelve, including one lady at the annual meeting of householders in connection with the Whangarei Primary ,Sehpol. Mr C. V. Stringer was voted to" the chair.

The secretary, Air E, B. Moore, read the minutes of the last annual meeting, which were confirmed. Annual Report.

Mr .Stringer read the annua] report, in which he stated that the past year had been satisfactory. The attendance had been very .good, the roll number -at the close of the year being i)4.0 and the .average attendance 307. With the exception of the present time, when there was an epidemic of whooping cough, the school had been free from sickness. Several changes in the staff had taken place during the year. Miss Cowdell had been succeeded Iby Miss Mr McLeod, and Miss es Fraser and Sinclair had been replaced temporarily by Miss Edge and Mr Campbell. Mr ’Steele and Mr Norris had not been replaced. A number of improvements to the school had been effected during the year, including a large cupboard in the main building; the partitioning off of a porch in the. primer department to form a small classroom; seating for primers; and the metalling of part of the playground. During the year the school had been rocpiired to raise £3O extra for the dental clinic. An

appeal to parents had not been very successful, only £1.3 being raised, but a fancy dress ball organised by Miss Pollock-Smith and other teachers had proved very successful, realising £23. Mr. IStringer referred to the economies proposed to be made in the education system, making special reference to reduction of allowances to committees and the raising from o to 0 years of ago at which children would bo admitted to schools.

In conclusion, Mr Stringer paid a warm tribute to the staff, which, ho said, could not be surpassed. The committee’s work had been lightened by the smooth way in Avhieh the affairs of the school had run, and members wished to thank Mr Collins and Ins loyal and hard-working staff.

The balance sheet was as follows —Receipts: Balance in bank oi

March I, 3931, £23 19/; grants from Education Board, £175 7/; othoi grants, £l9 9/6; refund, S/. Expenditure; .Cleaning and ‘sanitary scrv : ice, £ii(3;' coal and lighting, £1 19/; metal chips, glazing- and wages, £l9 9/6; stationery, etc., 4/6; other payments, £4O 7/1; balance in bank, £4l 2/5; cash -in hand, 1/, The report and balance sheet were adopted.

Cheaper Books,

The Auckland Primary Schools’ Association forwarded a petition enlisting co-operation in obtaining cheaper school text books.—lt was resolved to have the petition circulated in order to obtain parents’ signatures.

Evening Classes,

Mr A. R. Ryder, principal of the Whangarei High School, wrote asking the meeting of householders to do every tiling possible to arouse interest in the evening classes held in connection with the school and increase the attendance, which was unsatisfactory and would result in the discontinuance of the classes if there was not a marked improvement before the end of May. The meeting was sympathetic and expressed willingness to assist along the lines suggested by Mr Ryder. A long letter dealing with the Government-’,s intention to curtail manual education classes in country districts was received from the Auckland Provincial Manual Training Teachers’ Association, which contended that the proposed restrictions would place New Zealand far behind other countries jin the matter of manual education. —The letter was received.

Religious Instruction

"In reply to Mr Langdon, the chairman stated that Scripture lessons had been giA-on in the same way as during the previous tAvo or three years. Protestant children had been giA’cn instruction by different clergymen from 9 to 9.30 every Monday morning, Mr Langdon expressed the opinion that this cut into the time alknvcd for scholastic Avork, but Mr Collins explained that the school hours Avert 1 four per day, Avhereas five hours Averc put in. The Education authorities fixed 9.30 as the opening hour on Monday, so that children aaTio did not arrive until that hour Avon Id not be marked late. Children Avere exempted from attendance at the Scripture lessons if their parents sent a signed note asking for exemption, but there Avorc A'ery feAv who did not Avish to attend. Thanks. Votes of thanks Avere accorded tn the committee and teachers for the work done during the year. Committee. The following committee Avas declared duly elected; Messrs C. V. Stringer, E. B. Moore, D. J. Baker, A, M. Steadman, O, P, Owen, R. IT. Allan, F. Crosby, .1. M. Steedman and S. Simons.

Ai. a subsequent mooting, Mr Stringer was re-elected chairman and Mr E. E. Moore secretary.

WHAU VALLEY

HOOD YEAR. RECORDED

SCIIOOL’S HIGH REPUTATION.

There was a fair attendance of householders at the annual meeting at Hie Whan Valiev School last evening, Mr M. W. Porter presiding. In presenting the report, Mr Porter made reference to the attendance, Avhich lie was glad to sec was larger thali last year.

The report disclosed a very satisfactory state of affairs. The grounds had been improved. A new tenuis court -uas being put down, largely due to the generosity of the Tennis Club, which, although holding no tenure, had generously donated £4O towards the cost. They had also presented the children with a steel racquet. The committee felt they should be sincerely thanked for the manner in which they had helped the school. It was proposed by the headmaster, Air Bishop, to turn the new court into a basketball ground dnr-

hig the winter.

The annual picnic held at Air' Hutchinson’s place, Iluanui, had proved the most successful function they had ever held and the committee desired to thank Air Hutchinson for the way in which he had helped.

As far as sports were concerned, the school had achieved greater success than formerly. The girls won the primary schools basketball competition against seven other teams and the boys were now leading in the cricket competition, having sustained onlv one loss.

Cocoa had l>ccn provided to flic children during .the winter. Money had been raised by a bring and buy function and card evenings, which it was hoped to continue this year. They would be held fortnightly and it was hoped to raise sufficient, money to provide the children with cocoa at least..

The Bible reading classes were still being held, the report continued, and the staff was satisfied that the instruction received was very beneficial. The committee had a balance of £2 10/4 in the Bank of Xew Zealand and a balance of £lO 0/10 in the Savings Bank, The school inspectors’ annual report, which Mr Porter read, was very satisfactory. The school, it stated, was well managed and capably taught. There was a good standard of efficiency and the children showed np to advantage both in and out of school.

Commenting on tho report, Mr Porter said it was first-class ' and reflected great credit on the staff and he would like to convoy the committee’s appreciation of their excellent • work. Tho following committee was elected:—Mr M. W. Porter (chairman), Mrs Allan and Messrs C. T). Windnst, A. McDonald, J.> f Shueksmifh, X. Dickey and J. A. Clark.

A letter was received from Mr A. T?.. Tiyder, principal of the High School, ashing the position of the night classes to be placed before the householders. If the attendance was not increased by May, he said, the classes would have to be- discontinued.

Mr Porter urged those present to co-operate and endeavour to get more to attend as it would be unfortunate' if the classes had to cease. A letter was also received from the Auckland. Primary Schools Committees’ Association urging support fora petition to Parliament regarding the high cost of text books, and suggesting that the department should own and distribute the books needed. This, would mean a great saving to parents.

Mr Porter said he had been asked to raise the question of the proposed change in the High School uniform. On the motion of Mr McDonald it was decided to write a letter to the Board of Governors urging that the uniform be not changed.

A vote of thanks to the staff was proposed by Mr Porter and seconded by Mrs Donaldson, who said the school was now recognised as one of the finest in New Zealand. They had to thank the staff for this. The motion was curried with acclamation, as was also a vote of thanks to the outgoing committee.

Mesdames Fraser, Maxwell, Porter, McDonald and Allan were appointed a committee to control the supper arrangements for the card evenings.

PORTLAND

PE COT? D OF PROGRESS.

The householders’ meeting at Portland was largely attended, Mr F. Hay presiding and expressing pleasure at the increased interest shown.

In the course of his annual report, the chairman said that advantage had been taken of No. 1 Scheme to continue improvement of the school grounds, the amount disbursed being fill) Ss lid, of which £ll.l bis -Id, was received from the- Unemployment Funds for wages. This completed the original plans, drawn up some years ago, and the school grounds as a whole were now in very good order. The sum spent on stationery and books during tin.* year was fit! 11s 10d.

In place of the annual picnic, which was cancelled owing to the depression and oilier obstacles, a children’s fancy dress ball was hold in May iu the Portland Hall, This was a huge suc-

cess in every way.

In June, by the kind permission of the Welfare League, a special picture entertainment was hold, in aid of the School Sports Fund. This was another successful venture.

A gramophone was procured together with a good supply of records. These and the piano were insured against fire risk, for the sum of £7O. As directed by the 1931 annual meeting, attention had been given to the sub-

jects of swimming baths, corporal punishment, eentralisation of schools and the price of school books. The referendum on the question of Bible reading in Schools under the Nelson system had resulted: —In favour SG, against 27, informal 4. This result was forwarded to the board, who sanctioned the carrying out of the proposal.

There had been several changes in the teaching staff during the year. Air A. K. Robertshaw, ALA., who had been head teacher for two years, was appointed head teacher at Raetihi. Mr L. D. Abbott efficiently filled the position of 'relieving head teacher, from October to the Christmas vacation. Air R. D. Kelly, 8.A., had been appointed to the position of head teacher. Under the department’s rationing of employment, a change would be made each term in the position usually taken by a probationary assistant. Aliss J. G. Ross was appointed for the first term. The school still retained the services of Aliss Thompson (infant mistress) and Aliss Lyon (assistant). Thanks were duo to the teaching staff for the good results attained during the year, and to the members of the committee for their assistance and co-operation.

The report and balance sheet were

adopted.

Air R. D. Kelly, head teacher, sub* mitted a comprehensive review of school activities, of which the main features were the proficiency examination results, , garden competitions, various phases of sport, the staff and the school register. The roll number stood at 134, and an average attendance of 12.1 was required in order to maintain Grade 4 status.

The report of the inspector, Mr T. F. Warren, indicated that the efficiency of the school was very fair to good, the buildings satisfactory and the ground improvements very pleas-

There wore nine nominations fot the committee, the following being elected.—Messrs A. L. Atkinson, .1. Mackenzie, J. Clarke, I). Lorimer (retiring members), E. Leesc, K. L. Wilson and H. Penning.

The matter of raising the school age from ii years to (i years, was dealt with, Mr Loose moved, “That this meeting of householders considers that the school age should be retained at 5 years as at present, and a copy of tho resolution be forwarded to the Education Board, and to Mr A. .1. Murdoch, M.P. for MarsdonP’ Q’his was seconded by Mr Atkinson, and carried unanimously.

Mr Poterwood moved: “That a hearty vote of thanks he accorded the retiring committee, and regret expressed at the departure of Mr Hay, the retiring chairman. This was seconded by Mr Loose and carried by acclamation. Mr Hay replied on behalf of the committee.

Votes of thanhs to the teaching stall; and also to the chairman and secretary of the meeting concluded one of the best householders’ meetings vet held at Portland.

KAMO

SCHOOL POLL’ AUGMENTED.

At the annual meeting of the housei holders of Kamo, Mr .1. A, Finlaysoii i. was voted to the chair and presided . over an attendance, of nine. Prior to his resume of the retiring committee’s activities during the past year, Mr Pinlayson wished to apologise for not being able to present an annual report, but explained how conditions militated against the compilation of this document. The speaker remarked on the Education Board’s policy of reducing capitation grants, and pointed out that if more reductions were made the committee would be unable to carry on. This was a serious position, and required the special attention of the new committee.

Mr Finlayson added that as the school roll had risen they were entitled to a committee of seven, as compared with five previously, but that he would bo unable to accept nomination as chairman, as he had decided to retire from several public duties. Mr T. Gough moved a vote of thanks to the outgoing committee, which was carried unanimously. On behalf of the retiring committee, Mr Finlayson briefly replied, pointing out that tho retiring members did their best in the interests of the school, at the same ; timo thanking his follow members for the help and courtesy extended to him during his term of ofllee.

New Committee. The following were elected ns the new committee for the ensuing year:— Messrs W. Mark wick (chairman), .1. Swinhanks (secretary), T. Gough, E. Wood, .1. Finlayson, Mesdames W. Markwiek and A. Edge,

On the new chairman taking over, Mr E, Wood inquired into the financial position of the school. Mr Markwiek informed the meeting that a- credit balance of £7 Is existed, but several accounts were due for payment. Several speakers favoured holding a fancy dross ball as a means of raising funds, and, on Mr Finlayson’s motion it was decided to make this an annual a flair.

Several tenders for the cleaning of the school were received. It was decided to accept that of Mrs Cummings, whose work in this connection last year was considered cpiite satisfactory.

As a further means of revenue raising, euchre tournaments were considered by many present as likely to bo productive, and on the motion of Mr Gough it was decided that the chairman, Hr Wood, Mrs Edge and Mrs Markwick he appointed a committee to make arrangements for the holding of this recreation during the winter months.

Before declaring the meeting closed, members decided that in future committee meetings be held on the second Monday in the month. This arrangement met with unanimous support. The meeting closed with the customary votes of thanks.

HIKURANGI

GREAT INTEREST TAKEN.

The annual statutory meeting of Hikurangi householders took place in the school last evening. Mr R. Dickson, who was elected to the chair, presided over an attendance of 34.

Mr K, Macbeth, the retiring chairman, prior to dealing with the annual report, drew attention to the largo number who had turned up for the meeting that evening. Ho said that he was extremely pleased to sec such a fine attendance, which was far in excess of that of previous years. In continuation, he reported that the school had gone down a grade last year through a falling off of attendance, but this year he was pleased to state that it had regained its status by going up a grade. Unfortunately, of late, the district had been suffering from an epidemic of whooping cough, consequently the attendance had fallen off, particularly in the infant classes. He referred to the committee as a happy family which had worked well in the interests of the school during the past year, and, as far as the teaching staff were concerned, he was proud of them and described them as second tp none in the province. Most of them, he stated, wore overworked. For instance, one mistress had 60 children under her charge in one of the standards. Last year two probationers had lightened the duties, but this year none was allowed, which meant that the present staff wore all overworked. . However, the children were being taught efficiently, as could be gauged by the result of the proficiency examination. Out of a total of IS who sat, 10 had gained proficiency, five competency, and three had failed. This record, Mr Macbeth stated, was a creditable one. He pointed out that the Education Board would not grant as much money this year as it had done in previous years, and that the school was entitled to certain allowances which would not be curtailed. Whatever funds the school required, the Education Board would continue to furnish them. In conclusion, he drew attention to the state of the finances, which were in a healthy position, the sum of £3O being in hand. Mr S. ,T. Wood, who had in view the .possibility, of .establishing Hikurangi as a consolidated school, questioned the chairman as to the number of children attending from country districts. In reply, the chairman stated that tbere were two or three children who attended from’ outside districts. A recommendation was made to the incoming committee to pursue the question of making Hikurangi a consolidated school. The election of the committee for the ensuing year then took place as follows: —Messrs K. Macbeth, E. McDonald, .1. W, Hansell, N. Gibson, G. Fields, Rev. R. 0. Stewart, Rev. A. Drake and Mosdamcs .1. Burley and .7. W. Hansell.

The incoming l committee re-elected Mr K. Macbeth chairman. The Rev. R. C. Stewart was elected deputy chairman, Rev. A. Drake, secretary, and

Messrs X. Gibson ami .1. AA’. Hansell, works committee.-

Tlio meeting tlien closed with a hearty vote of thanks to the chair, the retiring members of the committee and to the Press for attending the meeting.

COUNTRY DISTRICTS ONERAHL Messrs G. W, .Johnson (chairman), F 0. Progloy (secretary), W, C. Sprat! C. H. Brooks and John AFellvride. There was an unusually large attendance and keen voting. Owing to the absence of the chairman, Mr AA'himp presided over the meeting. A vote of condolence was passed te the relatives of the late Mr Eaigert, , headmaster, Onerahi School. WHATITIRI. Messrs G. Norris (chairman), H. Gunson (secretary), AAL G. Mooney, P Trigg and A. G. Russell. Quite a good meeting eventuated. 4 WHAREORA. Messrs C. F. -Smith (chairman), L, W. Edmonds (secretary), AV. Morgan, D. L. Smith and P. T. Hoban. Only eight persons attended the meeting. OHAEAWAI. Messrs IT. A, Bay ley (chairman), G. AV. Griffin (secretary), K. Pearson, ,T. Keen, and Mrs Pennefathor. WAIOTIRA. Messrs F. L. Cubitt (chairman and secretary), G. Dobson, S. Mason, E. H. Hilford and AAL Timperley. MAUNGATAPERE.,, Messrs .1. G. Draper (chairman), K. AI. Stevens (secretary), R. R. Pringle, B. Mason and F. AA'alker. RUSSELL. Messrs Graham (chairman), EngleJiardt (secretary), Hewitt, King and McMinn. MAUNGATUROTO. Messrs AV. J. Dell (chairman), D, Alartin, H. C. Smith, AAL E. AVilliams and A, AL Cullen. There was a fairly largo attendance. i . ' LI: 'Li L; PARAKAO. Air C. T. Davidson (chairman), Airs A. A. Pollock (secretary), Messrs H. G. Hunter, AV. H. Alnir and F. Nash. There was a largo attendance of householders. Air H. IT. Curry retired after occupying the position of chairman for tenjrear3 - ■ * i&tiM - MAUNGAKARAMEA. Messrs T. O'Carroll (chairman), AV. H. Gillingham (secretary), A. Adams, R. .L Thomson and Airs J. P. Crawford. ■lt was a good meeting, with a fair attendance.

OTAIKA. AFr Pryee Evans (chairman), AFrs A\ r . Gunson (secretary), AFessrs S. A. Donaldson, Afoses Tito and Arthur Howarth, Great interest was evinced, 37 voters'taking part.

TAURAROA. Air L. Grantham (chairman), Airs N, Davies (secretary), Alessrs J. AlcCullough, A. Alarshall and Airs Dank-a. A T ery few attended the meeting.

RIPONUI. Alessrs E. G. Phyn (chairman and secretary), H. M. May, H. Rusk, C. D. Cullen and J. Rowley

MARERETU. Alessrs Al. J, Kelly (chairman), N. McMillan (secretary'), G. J. Arnold, Win. Palmer, Strange and C. C. Somerville. The meeting was very poorly attended.

TOWAI. Air A. Dawson (chairman), Airs R. Dawson (secretary and treasurer), Airs D. AVilliams, Air AAL Taylor and Air N. -Sorensen. A large- number of householders were present, and eight nominations were received for the live vacancies.

TAPUHI. Alessrs A. Hedley (cliairman), AA r . Sheehan (secretary'), E. Hanson, AAL Hedley and Mrs A. Hedley. Eleven were present at the meeting, and there wore seven nominations for the five vacancies.

KAIKOHE. Messrs H. F. Guy (chairman), H. A. .1. Hislop (secretary), N. S. Alcoek, P W. Bonn, C. B. Cameron, A. P. Leigh and 0. G, MeXiekle. There was a fair attendance.

TE MATARAU. Messrs T. W. Bodle (chairman), II King (secretary), S. Rushbrook, C Rushbrook and L. R. Going.

KARA AND KOKOPU. Messrs A. F. Walker (chairman), J. Cameron (secretary), V. Kokich, J. McKinley and H. Smith. There was a fair attendance,

RUAKAKA. Alessrs A. F. Cates (chairman' Joseph Compton (secretary), D. H. Alt Cathie, A. J. Cosgrave and J, P. An touovich. There was a fair attend auee. RUATANGATA WEST. Afr AV. G. Birdling (chairman), Air F. A. Yates (secretary), Messrs D. C AlcDiarmid, B. R. Tliorburn and A. J Coward. A good number of household ers attended. NGARARATUNUA. AFessrs J. Bain (chairman), P. G Thorley (secretary and treasurer), F C. Attwood, AV. Harnett and S. A Ferguson. MAUNU. ATr R. Fcavor (chairman), Airs H. E. Armstrong (secretary and treasurer), Mrs H. Snell, Mr W. Stables and Air H. Hawken. TITOKI. Alessrs F. J. Smith (chairman), F. C. Purvis (secretary and treasurer), R. C. Reid, F, J. Alc-Leod and R. Capon. It was the best meeting for many years. There were seven nominations.

MATAPOURI. AFessrs J. AForrison (chairman and secretary), E. Clements (treasurer), E. AAL Pullman, G. T. Jenkins and J. Donaldson.

KIRIKOPUNI. Alessrs R. J. Babe (chairman), R. Cohner, D. B. AFurdoch, AV. S. Goodison and C. O. Sawyer.

TANGITERORIA. * AFessrs T. AV.- Taylor (chairman), G. J. Atesscnt (secretary), A. Beatty, AV. Alaeky and S. Taylor.

WAIKIEKIE WEST. ’ AFessrs E. Babe (chairman), E. Gunson (secretary and treasurer), A. Love, F. Berridge, and R. Babe. The meeting was the best held for about three years.

MARUA. Alessrs C. Brown (chairman), L. Billington, A. Ross, AA r , Claris and L. AleJunes (secretary).

JORDAN. The householders' meeting for the election of the Jordan -School Committee was held in the school last evening, there being a record attendance of fourteen, householders. The committee were complimented by AFessrs F. Elliott, Senr., and H. R. Collier upon the school's financial position. The retiring committee was re-eleet-od, on the motion of Air A. Christie, seconded by Air W. R. Forsyth, the personnel being Alessrs F. G. Long (chairman), S. Forsyth, At. I. MacDonald. H. 11. Ellis and J. AAL Tliorburn,

The committee met directly after the householders’ meeting, when AEr Forsyth retired and Air F. B. Forsyth w.is elected to fill the vacancy. The thanks of the district are due to Afi S. Forsyth for the services lie has rendered, having served , on the committee for the past 20 years.

KAURI.

AFessrs AA r , J. Bell (chairman), A". IF Carter (secretary), M. Meßeth, S. Tay rlor and J. AV. Coxheacl.

WAIPU CENTRAL, AFessrs A. J. Brooks (chairman), AV AVorthy (secretary), AV. Aluller, A. Eus sell and J. AV. Durham.

WAIPU COVE. Captain Campbell (chairman), AFessrs R. H. Duncan (secretary), AA 7 m. Duncan, H. T. Gardner and Chester Cullen.

' BRAIGH (Waipu). Messrs A. H. Sonmer (cliairman), W. L. Cato (secretary), AIcA. McLean, John McGregor and J. D. AlcLean.

WHANGAREI HEADS. AFessrs AV. Hyams (chairman), L. Harnett (secretary), AF. AFcGrcgor, Wilson and A. Urquhart.

OPTJAWHANGA. Alessrs J. O'Hagan (chairman), 1.,. Calvert (secretary), AAL Teal, B. Thorburn and R. Weaver.

PURUA. AFessrs IT. Thomas (chairman and secretary'), R. ’O. Finlayson, A.’E. Pullen, A, AA r right and A, Drake. MANGAPAI. AFessrs AF. J. Byrt (chairman and secretary), S. FT. Ormandy (treasurer!, S. Carter, A r . C. Cotton and J. Fiulay-

OTO'NG-A. Messrs TJ. R. McKenzie (chairman), E. Thomas (secretary), Ifobbs, Campbell and M. Emvright.

hitkebSlßjl Messrs E. E. Elliott (chairman), J. Teal (secretary);, A. Wiblin, I. Kozuic and W. JBaylis.

WHAKAPARA. Only four were present at the meet ing. Ko .lommittee was elected.

.MAROMAKXJ. Messrs C, M.€. Going (chairman), J, Atkins (secretary and treasurer), ,7. H, Stheathe, J. Hay and G. Unkovich.

KAWAKAWA. Alessrs A. McCready (chairman), A. I. Skudder, G. AVilson (secretary) and Mesdames A r . Dunlop and C. AVyatt;

OPUA. Alessrs A. IT. Alanning (chairman), E. AlcAllister (secretary), At, J. Alack. J. TL Peterson and G. H. Trethowen.

KIRIPAKA. No meeting held. RIPONUI VALLEY SCHOOL. AFessrs. O. 11. AVindsor (chairman), J. AV. G. Kerr (secretary), N. Walker, H. Drake and J. King.

GLENBERVIE, There were not sufficient householders present to allow a meeting to be held.

PARUA BAY. Alessrs. Af. C. Alcßae (chairman and secretary), F. AA'elsh, B. Beasley, G. Teller and F. AA'right.

WHANANAKI. Alessrs. IF, S. AFackcn (chairman), A. E. Powell (secretary), AV. Powell, J. Nankivell and F. Macken.