MOTUEKA

Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LXVI, 9 April 1934, Page 9

MOTUEKA

BOY SCOUTS COMMITTEE MONTHLY MEETING HELD SCOUTMASTER’S REPORT The monthly meeting of tlie Boy Scout Committee was attended by Messrs C. W. Thorp (chairman), I. Grcensill (secretary), C. C. Kilgour, N. Ross, G. Stout, G. Manifold. VV. Beth write, Mrs G. James, Misses L. Ingram (cub-mistress), and V. York and Mr Moverley (Scoutmaster). The reports of tlie Cub-mistress and the Scoutmaster wore read and adopted. The Scoutmaster reported as follows: —“The ambulance lectures by Dr. Peerless have now been completed and the tests will be held shortly. The semaphore signalling classes under Messrs Manifold and Edwards continue; and it is hoped that these tests will he completed this month. “Proficiency Badges: Talks have been given as follows: Athletic badge, Mr J. Clark ; healthyman’s badge. Mr P. .Longworth, Director of Physical Training in Schools; and bird warden’s badge, Mrs P, Moncrieff, Nelson. “Camping: A very successful weeknnd camp was hold at Sandy Bay. The boys walked or cycled over and spent the night in a hop kiln. Next- day, with Mr J. ,Boyce as guide, we tramped along tlie beach at Astrolabe. In the afternoon Mr Stilwell very kindly took us in his launch as far as the opening ot Torrence Bay, and then back to Sandy Bay. This was the first time that some of the boys had been out to sea, and thus they were introduced to this branch of scouting. Mr Stilwell allowed the hoys to inspect 'he engine. The outing was also profitable for the observation of sea-bird life. In addition one boy was taught to swim. During Easter a small party made a four-day trek in the Mount Arthur district. The route lay first via the Motueka Valley and the Graham, thence via the steep Sugarloaf track at the Flora Gorge to tlie headwaters of the Tukaka river at Salisbury’s Opening neoa- the Tableland, next down the Takaka Gorge, up and across Barron’s Flat, down to Upper Takaka, and lastly over the Takaka Hill and home. The total distance was approximately 90 miles; and it would have been impossible, for tlie boys to walk that distance under packs had it not been for the numerous tramps that we have had during the past year. On the recent trip I have never seen anything to surpass the grandeur of the bush-clad limestone gorges that wo encountered on the third day. as we came down the earthquake fault line; nor have I ever seen such a variety of native bird-life within so short a time. The tramp was also interesting from the geological viewpoint, especially at the asbestos and the gold claims. Our thanks are due to Mr White, of Pokororo, and the Upper Takaka School Committee for accommodation, to Mrs Chaffey for her hospitality, and to the passing motorist, who relieved us of our swags on the Takaka Hill. “Jamboree campaign: The sale of pears, honey and apples; odd jobs, a hop cheque, commission on concert tickets sold ; and a dog raffle to date have brought the boys’ total up to £ll 10s 2d, from which there is only somethong to be deducted for cartage. In addition commission on tho sale of programmes at the Easter sports brought in 9s 6d. The boys assisted with the stalls and the tea at tho aerodrome on both occasions.” On tho motion of Messrs Thorp and Manifold it- was decided that a hearty vote of thanks he accorded to Mrs James and to Miss James for their efforts in conducting the stalls, on tlie occasion of the visit of Sir Chales Kingsford Smith and at the opening of the aerodrome. It was also decided (Messrs Thorp and Kilgour) that a letter of thanks be forwarded to Mrs Moncrieff for coming to Motueka in order to give tho Scouts a lecture on bird life. After some discussion the meeting agreed that parents bo circularised to ascertain if they are in favour of the jamboree proposals being carried out; and that further information regarding the jamboree be obtained from Nelson.

W.D.F.U. MOTUEKA BRANCH MEETING At the monthly meeting of the Motucka branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union, the prospects of raising funds for the erection of a hall suitable for socials, etc., was discussed. It was finally agreed that no steps be taken until a sum of £IOO is in hand. In connection with the competitions (most points for the year) the winners were announced as follows: Mesdames Hodgson 1, A. D. Taylor 2, L. Inwood The hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames R. Rowling, A. Douglas, T. Kclling and Miss A. Douglas. A special meeting was held on Saturday at the residence of Mrs D. W. Talbot; and a committee sot up to arrange a programme for instrumental, vocal and elocutionary competitions. These competitions, it was agreed, would lie held in August. Mesdames A. Wratt, A. D. Tavlor, L. Inwond. J. Satherley, D. W. Talbot and H. Slatter were appointed to form the committee; and it was arranged that the first meeting ne held on Tuesday evening at Mrs Talbot’s residence. It was decided to again hold euchre tournaments during the winter months.

Members were asked to give the tournaments their fullest- support, as proceeds would be devoted to the building fund. Tho meeting was informed that for next month the competition would be, the most useful article made from old stockings. Mrs Taylor moved a vote of thanks to Mrs Talbot for the use of her residence, and for providing afternoon tea. The motion was carried. Mrs Talbot kindly offered the use of a room, at any time when needed.

MOTUEKA RIFLE CLUB

FINAL FOR E. J. WILLS CUP The final shoot for the E. J. Wills cup was fired on Saturday afternoon over the 500 and 600 yards ranges (seven shots). The weather conditions were good, and in consequence a number of fair scores were registered, particularly at the 500 yards, where Riflemen Ray. Painter, and Anderson each put on 34. Rifleman J. O. Anderson with 34 at 500 and 32 at 600 obtained the highest score off tlie rifle, 3 thus taking tho Painters Feathers from Rifleman A. Ray. The conditions governing the E. J. Wills Cup are five shoots each of two ranges, the four best scores to count. Particulars of the shoot arc as follows :

AGGREGATE CUP SCORES The aggregate cup scores arc as follows: V. R. Calder 252, L. Kelling 252. J. O. Anderson 251, A. Ray 250, R. Livesey 248, F. G. Painter 247, and T. Kelling 244. In the shoot-off L. Kelling won the Cup by a small margin.

<T. 0. Anderson 500 34 hep. 600 — 32 hep. ttl. 66 L. Rolling 31 2 31 1 65 P. 15. Ciilder 30 3 30 2 65 A. Kicy 34 — 30 — 64 I 1 ’. (;!. Pointer 34 * 29 1 64 IP Ijivesev 33 — 29 2 64 T. Rolling ...... 28 2 30 2 62 K. Hay 23 5 27 5 60 S. Mother 25 2 21 2 5U