NORTH OTAGO.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 19967, 8 December 1926, Page 6

NORTH OTAGO.

Il'aou Ooe Special Cob&espondbhs.)

OAMARU HARBOUR BOARD

The monthly meeting of the Oamaru Harbour Board was held yesterday, there being present Messrs A. M’Kay (in the chair), C. J. Marshall, T. A. Munro, J. R. M’Culloch, A. MTnnes, J. M’Diarmid and H. Ruddenklau. The Secretary reported that a satisfactory trial of the new crane had been made. It had done all that had been expected of it. ~ A letter was read from the Medical Officer of Health at Dunedin (Dr Gtawshaw), stating that advice had been received that a fatal case of plague occurred in Liverpool, England, on August 30 last. For this reason it was necessary that certain precautions should be taken at New Zealand ports. As no vessels from Liverpool visit Oamaru. it was not considered necessary to take action. Messrs Hislop, Creagh and Main, solicitors, wrote stating that they had been advised that the Minister of Lands had given its formal approval to the alignment of runs 1600 and 160 d to Mr VV. P. Cameron, who had acquired his brother’s in.crest therein. The chairman and secretary vvere authorised to sign the deed of assignment. Mr Henry Shcat, of Shag Point, wrote stating that when the board opened its quarry at Shag Point, the railway would go through his farm to Bushey. As lie intended breaking up his land next winter on the ,apparent route he asked to be advised of the intentions of the board.— It was decided to inform Mr Sheat that it is not proposed to use the quarry in the meantime. Messrs George Sumpter and Son advised in regard to the sale of Harbour Board leases. The opinion of Messrs 'lzard, Weston, Stevenson and Castle, solicitors, oi W ellington, was received in regard to the rating of the reclaimed land, and tht effect of the recently-published Order-in-Cwmcil and proclamation. The effect of the opinion was that any part of the reclaimed land • 1 had been let to tenants was liable for rates. It was decided to join with the Borough and County Councils in the expense of preparing a joint address to the Duke ana Duchess of York on the occasion of tneii visit. The Harbour Master reported that the inward and outward shipping for the month of November had been one inter-colonial and 14 coastal steamers, of a total tonnage of 11,393 tons. Accounts amounting to £546 14s were passed for payment. The Secretary was instructed to place a sum of £3OOO on fixed deposit for three months. the Secretary ' drew attention to tne fact that an entrance to the foreshore that had been opened up by the ' borough engineer was being used by the public.— It was decided that the matter be left in the hands of the secretary. A member mentioned that he had read in the newspapers that 600 poles were being obtained by the Waitaki Electric Power Board by rail from Dunedin. They warned to know why the poles did not come through the Oamaru port.—Mr M’Diarmid stated that he was not aware that the board was receiving poles from Dunedin. Ho promised to make inquiries from Mr Dalmer, the engineer. Mr Dalmer states that owing to great delay in getting delivery of poles, of which some 1400 are on order at the moment, a small quantity was urgently obtained via Dunedin, the Union Steam Ship Company being unable to land it at Oamaru. Even then only 49 poles were delivered out of 160 promised, and the board’s work is just about held up in one or two districts. The port of Oamaru is used in all possible cases, as the cost of railage is far too high to allow of delivery anywhere else. > It was decided that the January meeting of the board be abandoned, and that the offices be closed for the usual Christmas holidays. Mr J. M’Diarmid conveyed the season’s greetings ’of the Borough Council to the board, and these were reciprocated by the chairman, who also wished members a happy Christmas. OBITUARY. The death occurred at Duntroon at an early hour yesterday morning of Mr James O’Neill, a very old settler of the district. The deceased was for many years a faithful employee of Mr William Gardiner, of Papakaio. Ho was in his 61st year. HEAVY RAIN. After two or three days’ good weather another break occurred yesterday morning, and quite a deluge of rain fell throughout the district. Late in the afternoon there appeared to be every probability of the rain continuing. The continuous unseasonable weather is having a most depressing effect in both town and country. OVERSEAS SHIPPING. No arrangements have yet been made for overseas steamers to call at Oamaru for the months of March, April, and May. It transpired at the meeting of the Oamaru Harbour Board yesterday that the shipping companies were not prepared to allocate steamers for Oamaru until _ they were advised of the careo that will be available tor shipment. It was stated that the Waitaki Farmers’ Meat Company would shortly be making application for space. The secretary mentioned that the chairman (Mr W. Hayes) was endeavouring to induce wool-growers to ship through the Oamaru port. One grower had 600 bales for shipment. Mr C. J. Marshall expressed the opinion that the shipping companies, should make it known whether they had steamers available, so that wool-growers would be able to ascertain if thev could obtain space. At present a large "uantitv of wool went to Dunedin and other ports that should be despatched from Oamaru.—ln answer to Mr J. M’Diarmid, it was stated that a large quantity of wool was being shipped Horn© on owners’ account. It was also stated that there was an abundance of storage accommodation at Oamaru. —Mr A. MTnnes thought they should communicate with the manager of the National Mortgage and Agency Company on the subject.—Mr H. Ruddenklau sufro-ested advertising that space was available, as soon as they knew what steamers were caHincr.—Mr MTnnes stated that large quantities of wool were going north and south. He thought the board should advertise the fact that steamers would call at Oamaru.—After further discussion, it was decided on the motion of Mr Marshall that the shipping companies be written to, asking for early advice concerning the allocation of shipping for Oamaru. LOCAL BODY FINANCE. At yesterday’s meeting of the Oamaru Harbour Board, when it was proposed to invest a sum of £3OOO on fixed deposit, Mr James M’Diarmid asked if it would not bo possible to invest the amount with the Borough Council at call. Ho stated that while the Borough Council had an overdraft of over £BOOO until its rates came in early in the year the Harbour Board had a credit of £4OOO. Ho thought it would be a good thing if local bodies could work together and assist one another in matters of finance.—The Secretary stated that he did not think the board had the legal authority at present to invest money at call.—Mr M’Diarmid stated that he would probably revert to the matter on a future occasion. A LOCAL SONG. During the screening of a well-known picture at the Oamaru Opera House an Eastern love song entitled “Ytasmin,” composed and written by an Oamaru resident (Mr Erie Mackenzie), was featured with great success by Ihe orchestra. FAREWELL SOCIAL. At a farewell social to Mr and Mrs E. D. Orr, held in St. Luke’s Church, Oamaru, Archdeacon Russell presented the departing citizens with a framed illuminated address. which read as follows:—“On the occasion of your leaving Oamaru for Christchurch, the clergy and church workers of St. Luke’s parish desire to assure you of their sincere and heartfelt appreciation of the devotion and earnestness with which you have laboured amongst them during your stay in Oamaru. As Sunday School teacher, lay reader, scoutmaster, members of the Ladies’ Guild, Kind’s mes-

NEWS FROM THE DISTRICT.

sengers, Christian Endeavour Society, of C. you have been real workers, and your capable help with our social gatherings and entertainments will _ bo sorely missed. We pray that God’s richest blessings may ever be with you and Leo, and that you will always find as many sincere friends as you are leaving behind you in Oamaru.” The gift of the address was suitably acknowledged. THE ROYAL VISIT. The Mayor of Oamaru (Mr J. M’Diarmid) has received advice from the Minister of Internal Affairs that the itinerary of the Duke and Duchess of York for the South Island has been amended. The Royal party will now reach Oamaru on Wednesday, March 16. STUDENT RELIEF WORK. In accordance with a practice adopted for the last year" or two, the boys of the Waitaki Boys’ High School have this year offered their services towards raising funds for the relief of European students. On Saturday most of the boys will give their services for field, garden, or other work at the rate of 5s for the day and 2s 6d for the half-day. The proceeds will be divided between the European Students’ Relief Fund and the Barnardo Homes. PERSONAL. Mr J. W. Mackisack is to be given a public farewell in Oamaru to-day. Messrs D. Jones and R. S. Forsyth, of the Meat Producers’ Board, who are to give addresses here on Friday, are to be entertained at luncheon on that day by the North Otago executive of th Farmers’ Uinion and the A. and P. Association. GENERAL. A bazaar in aid of the Roman Catholic Presbytery fund was opened in Oamaru yesterday. A number of sheepowners in North Otago intend shipping their wool this season instead of offering it at the Dominion wool sales. HORTICULTURAL SHbW. The Oamaru Horticultural Society held its summer show in the Drill Hall yesterday under conditions that were most unfavourable, so far as weather was concerned. The display of cut flowers, vegetables, etc., was decidedly good, the roses in particular making a fine showing. The children’s exhibit was splendid, and the Weston Society made a most creditable display in the competition for , country societies. The attendance was seriously affected by the wretched weather. Afternoon tea was provided, and supper was dispensed in the evening. The' prize-list was as follows: — POT PLANTS AND CUT BLOOMS. Judge: Mr D. Tannock (Dunedin). Collection of 12 pot plants—G. S. Jones 1 and 2. Collection of sis pot plants—G. S. Jones 1 and 2. Twelve ferns, distinct—G. S. Jones 1 and 2. Six ferns, distinct—G. S. Jones 1 and 2. Four pelargoniums, zonal, distinct —G. S. Jones 1. Four pelargoniums, variegated foliage— G. S. Jones 1. One specimen pot plant, suitable for house decoration—Mrs J. Calder I. Two fuchsias, distinct —G. S. Jones 2. Four fine foliage or variegated plants, distinct —G. S. Jones 1 and 2. fcjweet peas, four distinct varieties — Miss E. Williams 1. ' ' Six glasses antirrhinums, not less than three varieties of three spikes each—r Mrs J. M’Donald 1, Mrs R. K. Ireland 2, Miss B. B. Miller 3. Six trusses pelargoniums, not lees than three varieties —Miss E. Williams 1, Mrs T. Hunter 2. Nine roses, distinct, named —A. G. Robertson 1, Mrs R. K.' Ireland 2. Six roses, not less than four varieties, or more than one bloom of any one variety —A. G. Robertson 1, J. Hambley 2 and champion, Mrs R. K. Ireland 3. Four roses, hybrid tea, distinct, named —Miss Ireland 1, Mrs Cuthbertson 2. Three roses, distinct, hybrid perpetual —Mrs S. M’Kee 2. Six roses, three varieties, two of each —D. Copeland 1, Mrs S. M’Kee 2. Three blooms, white or cream—A. G. Robertson 1, Mrs J. G. M’Donald 2, D. Copeland 3. Three blooms, pink—J. Hambley 1, Mrs R. K. Ireland 2, Miss Ireland 3. Three blooms, yellow—A. G. Robertson 1, D. Copeland 2, Mrs J. Hill 3. Three blooms, bronze or apricot—Mrs J. Calder 1, Miss Ireland 2. Three blooms, crimson—D. Copeland 1, A. G. Robertson _2, Miss Ireland 3. Champion hybrid perpetual rose—Ji Hamblcy 1. Champion hybrid tea rose —A. G. Robertson 1. Champion tea G. Robertson 1. Three vases single or semi-single roses, distinct—Mrs R. K. Ireland 1, Miss Ireland 2. Six pansies, show or fancy,_ not less than six distinct varieties —Miss Dick 1, Mrs J. HiH 2. Six iris, not less than three kinds, to be shown in glasses, own foliage—Mrs J. G. M’Donald 1. Six violas, not less than four varieties— Mrs J. Hill 1, Miss K. Weavers 2. Twelve ranunculas, three in each glass, four varieties—Miss B. B. Miller 2. Nine glasses or vases of blooms—Miss B. B. Miller 1, Mrs S. M’Kee 2. Six bunches cut flowers, different kinds, grown in open—Mrs T. Hunter 1> Miss M. Weavers 2. Best collection cut flowers, grown in the open; six distinct species—Miss M. Brown 1, Mrs Beswick 2. Six foxgloves—Miss Ireland 1, G. S. Jones 2. Best collection of flowers of native plants —Marjorie Ireland 1, Mrs Barnett 2. Six cinerarias—Mrs S. M’Kee 2. North Otago Horticultural Society's Challenge Cup, open to all country horticultural societies for host display of flowers, fruit, and vegetables—Weston Horticultural Society 1. DECORATIVE COMPETITIONS. Judges: .Mesdames Orbell and Armstrong. Table decoration. Art exhibit of Still Life—Mrs Douglas 1. Table decoration,, roses only, own foliage —Mrs A. O. Hugo 1. Table decoration, roses and silver excluded—Mrs A. O. Hugo 1. Floating bowl, roses and rose foliage— Mrs D. Thomson 1 and 2. . Bowl of flowers, bold effect desired—Mrs Douglas 1. , , . ... _ Bowl of flowers, mixed colours—Miss L. Barnett 1, Miss Lorna Thomson 2. Bowl of roses—Mrs Douglas 1, Mrs J. Calder 2. . ... _ Bowl of flowers, for beginners—Miss Barnett 1, Miss Lorna Thomson 2, Miss M’Laren 3. „ . Basket of flowers—Miss L. Barnett 1, Miss A. Bruce 2. _ , Basket of roses, own foliage—Mrs Douglas 1, Mrs Beswick 2. Vase of flowers, roses excluded —Miss L. P. Borton 1, Miss Ironside 2. Three vases rases, arranged for effect, any foliage—Mrs D. Thomson 1, Miss Joan Roll 8. i , j nr Three vases flowers, roses excluded —Mrs D. Thomson 1, Miss May Ironside 2. Epergne of flowers —Mrs A. O. Hugo 1. Basket of roses, for beginners—Miss L. Barnett 1, Miss P. Brown 2. • Bridesmaid’s posy, ribbons allowed—Mrs D. Thomson 1, Miss Lorna Thomson 2. Decorated mantelpiece, drapery allowed— Mrs A. O. Hugo 1. Miss Betty Reid 2, Mrs Tomlinson 3. FRUIT AND VEGETABLES. Judge: Mr J. Main. Lettuce, three heads—Dr Orbell 1, D. Copeland 2. Peas, green; 12 pods—J. W. D. Milne 1, W. Hart 2. Cabbages, table; two heads—C. Sievvvright 1, R. K. Ireland 2. Cauliflowers, two heads —R. K. Ireland 1, Dr Orbell 2. Potatoes, white; early, six—T. G. Tyson 1 and h.c., John Wilson 2. Potatoes, best display, not less than 31b weight; any varieties—John Wilson 1, T.G. Tyson 2. Rhubarb, six stalks—Mrs G. Drummond 1, R. Maddox 2.

Collection of vegetables—J. W. D. Milne 1. Gooseberries, lib —Mrs S. M'Kee 1, Miss B, B. Miller 2. CHILDREN’S COMPETITIONS. Judges: Mrs Bertram and Mrs P. W. Borrie. Display of cut flowers (open to school children under 12) —Douglas Kennedy 1, Marjorie Ireland 2, Katie Wilson 3. Gentleman’s buttonhole—Bertie Whyte 1, Lena Gerrie 2. Lorna Burns 3. Basket of flowers—Joyce Thomson 1, Lena Gerrie 2, Josephine Dunlop 3. Best bouquet (for children under 12)— J. Thomson 1, Eunice Brown 2, Marjorie Ireland 3. Best bouquet (for children over 12) — Joyce Thomson 1, Vera Smith 2, Dorothy Watson 3. Agnes Rp’d Memorial Cup—Len Watson 1, Moira Milne 2