THE KAITANGATA RAILWAY AND COAL COMPANY'S PICNIC.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 9041, 17 February 1891, Page 4

THE KAITANGATA RAILWAY AND COAL COMPANY'S PICNIC.

Tho employes of the Kaitangata Railway and Coal Company held their fifth annual picnic at Stirling on Friday. Tho weather was all that could bo desired. The party, numbering between 1400 and 1500, left Kaitangata at 10 a.m. On arrival at Stirling it wes found that Mr Smith had not only given tho pleasnre-seekera tho use of his ground, bat had also given a large supply of milk. Lunch was partaken of, after which a start was made with the programme of 21 events. Mr W. M. Shore superintended the children's^ amusements, and again proved himself tho right man in the right plaeo. The committee were very successful in carrying oat the sports, and the secretary (Mr H. Douglass) is to bo complimented for the energy displayed in the performance of his duties. Tho following were the officers:— * President: Mr W. M. Shore. Committee of Management: Messrs J. Shore, W. H. Bavin, P. Walsh, W. Eamsay, A. Biaßett, W. Dixon, John Petersen, J. White, J.Dorby, H. MAuley J. Fraser, 3. Ooomber, J. Green, J, Hunter, W. Burns, A. M'Millon, J. Power, W. Danoan, D. O'Brien, D. Waters. The following are the results of the various events:— Champion Foot Bade, 200 yd«. Open to all employes. First prize, opera glass; 2nd prize (gift of J Hray, Miltou). Six entries—J Ooomber "1 O Nicholson 2. Boys' Hack (under 18 years), 200 yds. Firßt prize, a bagatelle board; 2nd, a writing desk (presented by Mr W W White), Four entries-A M'Lellan 1, T Greene 2. Dohkky Race, 200 yds. Open to all employes. First prize, two pair glasß decanters and bowla (presented by MrW II Mackenzie); 2nd, two bowls. Seven entries—Eeid and Dixon 1, Peterson and Duscan 2. Handicap Foot lUcb, 200 yds. Open, to all employeß. First prize, B.P. butter cooler: 2nd, lamp (presented by Mr M. Carson) j 3rd. Bet of studs (presented by Mr Stevenß). Ten entries—A Dixon 1, A Bissett 2. W Orowe 3. Kgg and Spoon Bach. lSOydo. First prize, accordion (presented by Mr Pasooe); .2nd, '.pair of quoits (presented by Mr H Kerr), 3rd. spoons and og|»s. Twelve entries—A Rogers 1, P Walsh 2, T Hannah & Young Ladies' Race, 150 yds. First prize, cabinet (presented by Messrs Hitchon and Poole); 2nd, plush bag (presented by Mr Farquhar). Four entriesMiss PMiug 1, Miss Brown 2. Foot Bace, 410 yds. Open to all employes. First prize, splendid triplet mirror; 2nd, Dresden ornaments. Six entries—J Duncan 1, A Bold 2. Marbikd Ladies' Rack, 150 yds. First prize, box of tea (presented by Mr Mackerras); 2nd, cake (presented by Mr J Bailey). Five entries—Mr» A Hogers 1, MrnKlttoS. OjSTACin Racs, doOyds. First prize, a courier'! bag; 2nd, silver ring (presented by Mr Baeg&rt); 3rd, set of stude (presented by Mr Stevens. Twelve entries—D Marshall 1, B Powell 2, J Peterson 3. Handicap Foot Hack, 260 yds (for youths under 21 yearß). Firßt prize, portmanteau;"2nd, travailing bag. Six entries—W Hameay 1, W Spiers 2. Visitors' Kacb (handioup), 200 yds. First prize, pair hair bmahei with comb andolothes brush; 2nd, album. Eleven entries—M Carson, jun. 1, J Bowie Tuo-ot-Wah (Married y. Single Men). Twelye prizes—Married won. Tua op Was (Married v. Single ladles). Twelve prizes—Married won. Vlbitobs' Hace (Ladles), 160 yds. First prize, lady's trimmed hit (presented by Messrs Hitchon and Poole); 2nd, lady's bag (presented by Mr Farqubar). Seven entries—Mise H'Skimminc 1, Miss Sutherland 2. Potato Back, 20yds. First priza, mirror; 2nd, set of brushes with clothes brush. Twelve entries— W Orowe 1, T Hannah 2. Married Mkn's Bacb, 150yd3, Over 40 years. First piize, garden pump (presented by Messrs A and T Burt); 2nd, Bide of lamb (presented by Mesßrs Burns and Morrison); 3rd, crystal buttercooler (presented by Mr A N Hlsiop). Seven entries—M Greene 1, AOlark2, A Duff 3. Business People's Rica. 200 yds. First prize, set of baskets ; 2ad, leather workbox. Six entries— D Morrison 1, W M'Laren 2. Committee Race, 200 yds. First prize, bronze Jampj 2nd, toilet sot; 3rd, half a sheap (presented by Mr Henderson). Ten entries—H DousUs 1, P Welsh 2. A Picture (presented by Mr 3 Robertson) to the oldest lady on the Qeld—Mrs J Olnrk, 77 yearn. A Walking Stick (presented by Mr J Bobertson) to the oldest gentleman on the field—Mr Smith, 77 years, CONCBET. Tho directors invited their employes and friends to a concert in M'Gov6ra's hall at night. The leading musical and vocal talont of Dunedin were engaged, and the treat wa3 the best ever given to a Kaitangata audience. Every item on the programme was heartily appreciated, Mr Reunert especially rsceiving a welcome which either Sims Reeves or Santley would have been envious of had they been present. Mr T. Brydone presided, and returned thanks en behalf of tho company. The Hon. T. Fergus and Mr J. Nicholson thanked tho directors for the very excellent treat they had given. Refreshments wore supplied during tho interval to the ladies present.