MOTUEKA

Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LXVI, 3 September 1935, Page 3

MOTUEKA

HARBOUR BOARD MONTHLY MEETING (Prom Our Own Correspondent) At. the monthly meeting of the Motuoku Harbour Board there were present: Messrs C. L. Harvey (chairman)* D. 'Drummond, P. B. Culder, C. 11. Mackay and A. Howling. Apologies for absence were tendered on behalf of Messrs 1). Haining and F. C. Greenwood. Accounts amounting to £l3l 19s 6d were presented and passed for payment, leaving a credit balance of £3043 4s 6d (fixed deposit £1784 12s 9d. current account £1258 Us 9d). On the motion of Messrs Mackay and C-alder it was decicleci to place the sum of £SOO oil fixed deposit for a period of six months. HARBOURMASTER’S REPORT The chairman remarked that the harbourmaster’s references in regard to the sand bank in the outer harbour were very cheering. It would appear, he added, that the training wall was doing some good. lie, thought that as time went on still greater benefit would be derived from the work. Mr Harvey said he regretted there was a slight decrease in revenue for tho period under review, compared with the corresponding period for last year. DEPUTATION TO WELLINGTON Mince ilie July meeting of tile Board a deputation consisting of Messrs Harvey, Cahler and Moffatt waited oil the Minister of Marine in regard to the Board’s proposal to construct in concrete the remaining two chains of the training wall, making a total length in wood and concrete of ten chains.

The chairman reported that the interview with the Minister of Marble had lasted for an hour and twenty minutes, but that little had been achieved. 1 ' The Minister would not agree to the wall being continued for two chains ill concrete, and was supported in his views oil the matter by Messrs Ward and Campbell of the. Marino Department. In concluding the interview the Minister had pointed out lo the deputation that the money in the Board’s possession belonged to the ratepayers; and that if the Board desired to embark on any construction scheme, it should firstly have the scheme authorised by a qualified engineer. The chairman contended that the Board was being forced into a position where, it would be committed to considerable expense for engineers’ advice. .tie felt sure that it was the, opinion of every member of the Board that the work on the training wall should be proceeded with. A qualified engineer could be engaged to prepare a plan, in keeping with the finances of the Board.

Mr Calder thought that all the members were unanimous on the point that a training wall was necessary. A certain amount of money, lie stated, had already been spent on the wall with good results. This being the case it was quite possible that the, ratepayers would now favourably consider tile raising of a loan to complete the wall. It was finally agreed that the chairman and Messrs Mackay, Bowling and Calder be a committee to consider the appointment of an engineer for the purpose ot preparing plans for the further extension of the training wall, the committee to report to a future meeting oi

tlu> Board. Mr Colder informed the members That lire sand in the gap in the bank was Jess than that at the bar. He thought that as soon as the sand became about level in both places, the majority of the water would flow through the gap. MOUTERE ESTUARY ROAD The chairman reported that Mr Homing and he had waited on the Commissioner or Unemployment in regard to further financial assistance for the construction of the Moutere Estuary road, and had received a sympathetic hearing. The opinion was expressed by the Commissioner that the Waimea County should be prepared to make a larger grant than was proposed at present, towards the cost of the Estuary road. The chairman stated that Mr Haining would be in Wellington for some days, and while there would probably obtain obtain further information concerning the matter of assistance. A good deal of time was spent in discussing the 1934 audited balance sheet which was presented for adoption. Mir Rowling took exception to two items appearing on tlie credit side, namely the amount set against channel dredging and value of the Board's land. I loth of those assets, Mr Rowling contended, were very much over-valued and the balance-sheet did not give a true statement of the position, lie also objected to the Board charging royalty on gravel taken lrom the beaches. The chairman pointed out that the amount collected bv the Board was very small, something like £ls, and that it was customary for harbour boards to charge royalty on' gravel. The balance sheet, as submitted, was adopted on the motion of Messrs Mackay and Drummond. Mr Rowling recorded his vote against the adoption.

It was resolved (Messrs Rowling and Calder) that the Motueka Harbour Board go into the question of ways 'and'means of reducing the overhead expenses of the 1 port. CORRESPONDENCE F. A. C. Staig forwarded copy of letter received from lho Public Works Department- in answer to his enquiries re the obtaining of Harbour Board land for road purpose. The Public Works’ Department (Assistant Under-Secretary) wrote stating that he had looked into position of access road over the Motueka Harbour property, part section 144 M.D., and it appeared that the land required for road purposes was portion of an area taken for harbour work by the Motueka Harbour Board by proclamation published in the Gazette of 25th May, 1911From the plans in the possession of the Public Works Department, it was difficult to say definitely that it was part of the above land but if so it appeared that the Harbour Board could sell the area required to Mr Staig’s client (Mr Trowavas) under the provisions of section 35 of the Public Works’ Act, 1928. The Director of Forestry wrote, in reply to the Board’s letter, advising that the Stale Forest Service did not supply advice to intending planters. The Board s planting she was a very specialised one. about which correct advice could not be given without, careful examination of the ground. It was stated that, unless the Board was employing relief labour tor

planting work, tree;; wore not available from the Goveniment, and should be purchased from private nursery tons. HOCKEY REPRESENTATIVE GAMES NET .SON DEFEAT MOTUEKA BY TWO GOALS TO ONE, The return match. Nelson v. Motueka, I played on the Cricket Ground, Motueka, on Saturday, resulted in a win for Nelson by two coals to one. after a very even came. Neither team displayed much combination, and the first spell

elided without a score. In the second spell Motueka were the first to open their account. Nelson then livened up and combined better than the local team, notching two goals in quick succession. The teams were as follows: — Nelson (dark and light blue): Louis, (1. Frost-, 1.. Hunter, Lb Toms, ,T. (libbons, 11. Allport, V. Allport. L. Best. I!. Ib-st, T. Gibbons, Hurley. Motueka (black and white) : Richards, (dibits, r.loimiart, Starnes, Webster, Boulton, Bradley, Smith, Whitwell, Askew, lloldaway. Motueka won the toss and defended the northern end. From the initial bully a scramble ensued in mid-field till L. Best gained possession and travelled up field ; bui T. Gibbons was off-side and spoilt a likely chance. Gibbs’s clearing hit went to lloldaway. and Motueka set up an attack, but Askew missed, a long corner resulting. Nelson cleared but Webster returned play to his forwards. Hunter brought off a- nice save and found touch at half way. From the throw-in Motueka were awarded a free hit. but an infringement for obstruction allowed Nelson to clear and set up an attack. Gibbs intervened and returned play to Askew to Wliitwell, who was penalised for sticks when in a handy position. Frost took the hit and Webster intercepted and returned to Bradley to Askew. -Motueka were awarded a free iiit (or obstruction and Louis conceded a corner; but Wliitwell again gave sticks and relieved the position for Nelson. Motueka kept up the pressure, Foulton sending to Bradley to Smith but Hunter nipped in to clear. The whites wore making desperate efforts to score ami Nelson were hard pressed to keep them out till Askew got offside. Blues cleared to the opposite end. It. Allport sending to L. Best to R. Best. Starnes cleared. Nelson were unlucky not, to score, the ball just beating It. Best to the line, when Richards came out and missed, a twenty-five out being ordered. Up and down play followed, neither side gaining any advantage till Nelson set up an attack. Gibbons and Allport combined, the latter sending to L. Best, who sent in a hot one; blit Richards saved and Gibbs cleared.

Whites now attacked hotly, Whitwell and Smith taking play well down field before sending to Askew, who missed. From the twenty-five out WhitweU gained and set- to Smith; Louis cleared. Motueka returned and were awarded a free hit outside the circle for lacks by Gibbons. WhitweU spoilt a likely chance by obstructing and allowed Nelson to clear. Gibbs returned play to Nelson territory, and Motueka were attacking when half-time sounded.

On resuming R. Best gained possession and sent to L. Best, who was stopped liy Starnes. A scramble in mid-field followed till Webster sent to Bradley to Askew, who netted. Motueka I—o. From the bully Nelson set up an attack, Burley making a fast run down the right wing before centring, but Gibbs cleared. The Blues launched an attack but Burley’s shot went wide. Nelson were now definitely having the better of things and launched attack after attack, and only stout defence by Motueka kept them out. First Richards cleared with a good kick; then Gibbs found touch only to see Nelson back again, a twenty-five out resulting. Motueka cleared to the opposite end and Bradley and Askew combined in a promising movement, till Whitwell again gave sticks and allowed Hunter to clear to touch. From the throw-in Nelson were penalised for going over seven yards’ line before the ball was in play, and Webster sent to his forwards, Hunter clearing. The ball travelled down field to Gibbs, who sent to Boulton to Askew whose shot missed. Motueka kept up the pressure but were not able to penetrate the defence. Blues set up a determined attack and a good run L. Best to R. Best to Gibbons terminated in the last named beating Richards with a good fast shot. Nelson I—Motueka 1. From the bully Whitwell went through in a good solo effort, but lost the ball when in striking distance. The Blues set up a counter attack, Hunter sending to J-. Best to R. Best to Gibbons, who made a fast run before sending in a hot one which gave the goalie no chance. Nelson 2—l.

Nelson continued to attack, Allport and Burley looking dangerous, till Blomaart brought relief by finding touch at half way. Blues attacked and Motueka were railed on to save. Richards kicked out and Gibbs cleared. A good run by Bradley took play to Nelson quarters, but Frost returned play to bis forwards and Blues were attacking hotly when the final whistle sounded, leaving Nelson the victors by two goals to oue. For Nelson T. Gibbons was'tlio pick of (lie forwards, while R, Allport was the best of the halves* L. Hunter was safe at full back.

Far Motueka. Smith and Askew worked well in tlie forwards, while Webster played a sound game in the halves, and Gibbs at full bark {jot through a. good day's work. Messrs E, R. Neale and G. Sturgeon were the referees. THE JUNIOR GAME MOTUEKA DEFEAT NELSON The junior match played on No. 2 ground was a fast game throughout and the teams were fairly well matched, although Motucka showed more combination in the forwards than Nelson. The Motueka halves played a splendid game on attack, but failed to get back on defence. The Nelson centre-half was the best back on the field hut did not receive any support from the outside halves, who were constantly caught out of position. With the ground in a rather bumpy condition, the bounce of the ball frequently upset the players. The teams were : Motueka (white): Funnell; Trewavas, Cook; Cave, Drummond, Wise, Tasker, .Tackett, Kemp, Everett, Reeves. Nelson (red and white): Delany; A. L’arker, Gill; Cotton, E. Parker, McKenzie ; Spence, Stewart, Logan, Cox, McComish. Referees: Messrs Drogcinullcr (Motucka) and Mills (Nelson). Motucka attacked from the bully off, but were, well stopped by A. Parker, the Nelson forwards came away down the right wing, but were bold up by Cook, who cleared safely. Motueka forwards attacked down (he left wing and were awarded a-penalty corner. Jacket! was.caught off-side and Nelson were afforded temporary relief. Mid-field play followed, for some minutes until Wise secured, and beating several opponents, took play to Ibe Nelson circle, where Kemp secured and sent in a hot shot which gave the goalie no chance. Motueka 1-0. Nelson attacked from the holly oil. and going through with a fast rush, Stewart scored a nice goal. Nelson 1. Motueka 1. The. Nelson forwards were on top .at this stage, but over-eagerness and oflsido play wore spoiling their chances.

Motueka lull-backs were inclined to speculate, through being bustled and were often beaten by tiic bounce of the ball. Following a good clearance by Trewavas the white forwards came away with a rush and Everett, following in smartly, scored. Motueka 2, Nelson 1. Midfield play of a rather scraggy nature followed until half time. The- second, hail opened at a fa»t pact* wii.li tin* Nelson forwards on tile attach, bat Spence cams ruled offside spoiling a likely chance. From the free hit ihe. hall was secured by E. Parker, who, with some heady play, came upheld and sent his forwards away in a fast run. Cox coming through smartly, scored a fine goal, making the scores: Nelson 2, Motueka 2. From the bully-off the Motueka forwards attacked down the right wing. Reeves and Everett taking part in a nice passing rush. Awarded a penalty corner for a breach in the circle by Gill, Reeves took a shot but missed by inches only, Ihe ball hitting the goal post and bouncing buck, into play. Everett following in smartly shot, but again the ball missed and a- twenty-five out was ordered. Motueka- were on top and assisted by good half-back play gave the Nelson defence a torrid time.

Following a hot attack Jacket! shot and netted —Motueka 3, Nelson 2. Motueka came again from the bully-off and Kemp scored after a fast rush by the white forwards. Motueka 4, Nelson 2. Nelson forwards took a turn on attack, but were constantly sent back for offside play, Stewart and Logan being particularly bad offenders in this respect. After a hard forward rush Nelson were given a great opportunity when Funnell and Cook both hesitated and left the ball lying in front of an open goal.. Cox, in attempting to shoot, missed the ball and Funnell cleared over the side line. From the roll in Nelson were awarded a penalty corner for a breach by Cook. In a scramble in front of tbe goal, from the hit out Cox sent in a hot shot. Time sounded immediately after leaving Motueka the winners by 4 goals to 3. For the winners Cook and Trewavas both played fair games at full-back, although both Were inclined to speculate at critical moments. Wise was perhaps the best of 'a good set of half-backs. In the forwards Kemp, Jacket! and Reeves played' well. Tasker at left wing was too much inclined to bounce the ball on his stick instead of centreing to his inside forwards. Everett, at inside right, played a good game and com. billed well with Reeves on" the right wing. Funnell, in goal, played a fair game. The Nelson goalie, Delany, bad a hard time in the second spell, but acquitted himself well. A. Parker and Gill, the full backs were both very sound and came through repeatedly with the ball, but could not get any support from the outside halves, who were constantly out of position. E. Parker at centre-half played a very good game, and was easily the best back on tbe ground. Among tlie forwards Cox was outstanding and played a bard game. McComish on tbe right wing, played a fair game. The other forwards were very apt to play offside and spoilt many forward rushes through this fault,

VALEDICTORY MRS H. HODGSON FAREWELLED Prior to her departure to Karamea Mrs 11. Hodgson was farewell by members of

the Women's Division and members of the Women’s Institute, at a combined function, held in the Institute Hall. Various members of both organisations contributed musical iind elocutionary items, which were much enjoyed. Mesdames Taylor (president, W.D.F.U.) and Tweedy (president, W. 1.) both spoke of the- keen interest- taken by Mrs Hodgson in the work of (he Division'and the Institute respectively. Mrs Hodgson was tim recipient of bouquets of (lowers and small gifts, as souvenirs of the happy times she had spent with fellow members. till of whom extended best wishes for her future happiness, and joined he.artily in the singing of “For she’s a jolly good fellow.” Mrs Hodgson expressed pleasure at receiving the gifts and remarked that she would continue to take an interest in the welfare of the Motueka members of both Institute and Division. A very pleasant afternoon concluded with the singing of the National Anthem.