NORTH OTAGO.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 19970, 11 December 1926, Page 15

NORTH OTAGO.

PRESENTATION. In the Waitaki County Council offices yesterday afternoon Mr J. W. Eadie, tvho some time back retired from the position of auctioneer for the New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company, was men by representatives of the commercial houses, farmers, and citizens and presented with a cheque for quite a respectable sum in recognition of his services to the town and district over a number of years. The presentation was made by Mr J. R. M'Culloch, who testified to the excellent qualities of Mr Eadie, and his sentiments were endorsed by Mr John Fraser and others. Mr Eadio made a suitable acknowledgment. CHRISTMAS LAMB. Conversing with the representative of the Otago Daily Times in Oamaru last night, Mr R. S. Forsyth stated that in Christmas week the Meat Board would be delivering in the United Kingdom 2500 single carcases of lamb on behalf of New Zealanders to their friends. This was the largest quantity sent Home as gifts since the scheme had been created. Mr Forsyth considered the sending Home of lamb at Christmas and Easter was a splendid practical means of advertising New Zealand produce. NORTH OTAGO A. AND P. ASSOCIATION. The monthly meeting of the committee of the North Otago A. and P. Association was held yesterday, there being present Messrs W. M'Donald (in the chair), I. Cuthbertson, P. W. Bowie, T. S. Little, Jos. Williams, J. G. MacDonald, G. Bruce, D. Cameron, W. Doig, R. B. Meek, D. Rodger, A. 0. Cowan, S. Gillies, J. W. Trotter, E. S. Brewster D. Clark, C. Grant, D. Cant, A. G. Ruddenklau and H. J. Andrew". luo Secretary reported that the show takings for the recent show were as follow": —Gates, etc., £496 17s 3d" entries, £l7B 5s 6d; donations and piv s, £55 6s; trade space, side shows, etc., £lO9 8s 6d; privileges, £45; —total, £BB4 17s. The expenses amounted to £BO6 10s, leaving a surplus of £7B 7s. The surplus last year was £3l. Over £IOO more w"as paid out in prize money this year than last year. The dog trial had just about paid its way, and was a complete success. Accounts amounting to £263 10s w’ere passed for payment. On the motion of the Chairman, a hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mr Trotter for the energy he had displayed

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in organising and supervising the dog trial at the show. —Mr Trotter suitably; responded, and mentioned that a resident had promised a £5 5s trophy for next year. An application was received from the South Island Baptist Bible Class Union for the use of the grounds for the purposes of a camp.—Mr J. G. MacDonald expressed the opinion that a small charge should be made for the use of the grounds. —Mr Joseph Williams said that in the past no charge had been made for the use of the grounds by* religious bodies. —Mr D. Rodger endorsed the opinion of Mr MacDonald. —The treasurer (Mr D. Cameron) thought a minimum charge should be made to all bodies. —On the motion of Mr J. G. MacDonald, seconded by Mr Rodger, it was decided that the use of the grounds be granted the Baptist Union on the payment of a fee of £3 3s.—A proposal was made that a charge be imposed in future for all organisations.—Mr E. S. Brewster did not think the present committee should commit its successor to a policy*, and Messrs D. Cameron and I. Cuthbertson concurred. —Mr R. B. Meek moved that the Finance Committee be requested to draw up a scale of charges for the future use of the grounds/—This resolution was carried. The St. John Ambulance Brigade wrote, suggesting the displaying of a flag for the assembling of members of the brigade in case of emergency, as is done on the For bury racecourse.—Referred to the incoming committee. The South Island Agricultural and Pastoral Federation wrote in reference to the proposal of the woolbrokers to have “star” lots of wool at the wool sales in which three-bale lots and under would be included. —On the motion of Mr J. G. MacDonald, it was decided to protest against three-bale lots being included in the “star” lots, instead of two-bale lots, as formerly. Votes of thanks were passed to the police, railway ofiicials, and others, for their services on show day, and also to Mr R. B. Meek for his services in organising the parking of the cars. the motion of Mr Trotter, it was decided that votes of thanks be passed to Messrs Smillie, Aubrey, and M'Kenzie for their services in connection with the dog trial. Mr Cant mentioned that complaints had been made that members had to pay 2s for the admission of their cars to the ground.—lt was pointed out that a charge was made at Christchurch and elsewhere. Several members expressed dissatisfaction at the quality of the luncheon provided at the show, and it was decided to write the caterers upon the subject. A BROKEN WEEK. - Another week has to bo recorded in. North Otago. Several warm days harm been experienced, but there have been interspersed with rain. Shearing is now well advanced, although it has been delayed by the weather. The clip, though on the light side, shows a good staple and fine' lustre. The cereal crops are coming along remarkably well. Some of the oat crops are about ready for cutting, and t?ie early-sown yvheat crops are coming into ear. In some places the heavier crops have gone down, but a few days’ dry wind mav restore them. The indications at present are for a very heavy yield of both oats and wheat. Root crops are making splendid_ headway, and rape and turnips that wore sown only recently are showing above the ground. The supply of cream to the dairy factories continues good, and has just about reached its peak. MILITARY COMMISSIONS. Five non-commissioned officers of the Territorials in this district have passed for their first appointment to commissions as a result of the September examinations. They are as follows:—Company SergeantMaor N. M’Donald, Sergeant W. R. Bowie. Sergeant H. A. M‘Gregor. Mr Ivan Patterson. and Company Sergeant-Major I. Borrie. They are all members of the B Company, Ist Battalion, excepting tho latter, who is connected with the Waitaki High School Cadets. MILITARY CAMP. Arrangements are being made for the holding of the annual Territorial camp in connection with the Ist Battalion at Matarea early next year. It is expected that well over 1000 Territorials will be under canvas. PERSONAL. Mr G. Black, manager of tho Dunedin branch of Dalgety and Co (Ltd.), was a visitor to Oamaru this week. SHIPMENT OF CORRIEDALES A shipment of 300 Corriedale sheep is about to be made from New Zealand to South America through Messrs Dalgety and Co. The majority of them are being selected from Canterbury, though 48 have been chosen from the flock of Mr Ross, at Palmerston, and a few from Mr T. S. Little .of Windsor, Oamaru. GENERAL. It was recently stated in these columns that a farmer near Oamaru had secured 371 b of buttor-fat in a month from each of two cows. Mr J. E. Tallentin, of Duntroon, states that he had four cows which have averaged 37.81 b. Mildew has made its appearance in quite a number of the wheat crops in North Otago. Yesterday was the wannest day experienced in Oamaru this summer. The thermometer registered 84 in tho shade at 2 o’clock in the afternoon. The outbreak of measles has been almost epidemic among tho children of Oamaru. BERBANK WHEAT. Experiments have been made at Lincoln College during the last few years with various varieties of wheat. Some of these have proved successful, and others only partially so. Last year about 40 bags of a new variety known as Burbank came to North Otago, Mr D. Clark, of Totara, secured a bag and planted it. He informed the representative of the Otago Daily Times yesterday that if the present indications count for anything, tho Burbank will be a prolific yieldor. The head is fully an inch longer than the Heads of other varieties of wheat, and is well fill d, THE MEAT INDUSTRY. Messrs D. Jones, M.P., and R. S. Forsyth, of the New Zealand Meat Producers' Board, addressed a large gathering of farmers in the Oamaru Opera House yesterday afternoon on the meat industry. The chair was occupied by Mr R. B. Meek, chairman of the North Otago Executive of the Farmers’ Union, who briefly introduced tho speakers. He stated that Mr Forsyth was well-known to Oamaru, having resided here at one time. Mr Forsyth would detail tho results of his three years’ experience in London. Mr Forsyth, who was received with applause, stated that he was especially pleased to he in Oamaru, as he had received his early training hero. Tho speaker said he would deal briefly with the ramifications of the meat trade in tho Old Country. In tho first place ho pointed out that New Zealand lamb and mutton hold a high position on the London market. New Zealand shipped the largest quantity of, this produce to England. Us most formidable rivals were Ausl alia and South America. Tho latter had made great Strides in recent years. Last year South America exported two and three-quarter million carcases of lamb and 2,800.000 carcases of mutton. During tho last few years Australia had also | been steadily stocking up. The American lamb looked very nice, but it was not so good as New Zealand when defrosted. Mr Forsyth proceeded to sa*- that the lamb that was in most request on the London market was tho Southdown black face cross. This produced tho short, nuggoty carcase that was demanded. Tho speakers pointed out that the North Island produced most of the Southown lambs, and they had received 3d per lb more for their land', than the best Canterbury. This fact was not generally known in the South Island. Mr Forsyth dealt at some length with the methods of handling Now Zealand meat after its arrival at the docks. An inspector

had been appointed to attend and supervi>e the unloading of every vessel. Chutes had been substituted for slings that were dragged from the holds. The mechanical contrivances had also been improved at the cool stores and the barges. It had taken quite a long tinie to effect the improvements. Arrangements had boon made with tho barge companies to obviate damage at the barge hatches. The improvements in tho system of handling had resulted in the carcases going upon the market in practically tho same condition as it went aboard the steamer. The effect of tho improvements was shown in the reduction of the insurance premiums. Mr Forsyth pointed out that fully 50 per cent, of the New Zealand meat was sold on the Smithficld market. This market was entirely free, and was not influenced by rings or trusts. Anybody could go to this market and buy New Zealand meat. To show the magnitude of Smithfield, he stated that 480,000 tons of meat a year was sold on this market. There were 385 stalls, and in a considerable number of these Now Zealand mutton and lamb was sold. Outside Smithfield, New Zealand meat was sold through tho wholesalers, and was distributed throughout the country. Some of the retailers sold only New Zealand mutton and lamb, and made a point of advertising the fact. It was worthy of mention, also, that the large South American firms purchased New Zealand mutton and lamb, on account of its quality, and disposed of it through their organisation. '1 ho war had ciono much to advertise the quality of New Zea land lamb. The big stores in London were now stocking our lamb, and tho sign “Canterbury lamb’’ could bo seen in many windows. A good deal had been said about tho price charged by tho English butchers for New Zealand mutton and lamb. There was no doubt that the prices hud Leon fairly high, so high, indeed, that a commission had been ret up to investigate the position. The London Daily Mail had suggested that the New Zealand Meat Board, had been responsible for tho high prices. They had been cited before the commission, and after two hours’ examination, had been found not guilty. Tho prices fer New Zealand mutton and lamb to-day were quite reasonable, he gave quotations in support of this fact. The Argentine lamb was sold cheaper than Now Zealand on account of its inferior quality. There was very little demand for New Zealand meat In Scotland. The speaker stated that ho was quite satisfied with the prices ruling commencement of this season for New Zealand moat. The coal crisis had had a very serious effect upon the trading conditions of Great Britain, and had affected the consumption of our meat. The mutton market was thoroughly satisfactory. There was not the same premium upon it as upon lamb, but it was still selling at higher prices than Australian and South American meat. The mutton market was affected by_ so .argo a quantity of old owe mutton having been sent Home. Last year 43 per cent, of their mutton was owe mutton. This did not assist in improving the market. So far as beef was concerned, tho export of this was now a negligible quantity. It was impcasiblo to compete under existing conditions with the chilled beef of the Argentine. The marketing of chilled beef .csultad in fluctuations in the- prices. Owing to the beef war, tho average price for sides last season had not been more than s|d per lb. The speaker saw no reason why New Zealand should, not secure a share_ of tho Continental beef trade. He empl asised the possibilities in connection with vhe export trade for pork. There was a vonderful market offering, and it seemed to dim that they should bend their efforts in the direction of developing the pork trade. He saw no reason why the value of their expoit of pork should not reach several millions a year. The pork from New Zealand opened up remarkably well on its arrival in England. The foot-and-mouth disease had latterly affected the market, but there was likely to be a good market for many years to come for both porkers and baconers. Mr Forsyth then dealt with the steps that had been taken by the Producers Board for the regulation of shipments. He stated that the distributors at the other end throoughly appreciated the steps taken to place the meat upon the market at regular periods. He pointed out that the power placed in the hands of the board to arrange freights had been of great value. In conclusion, Mr Forsyth urged thflt the greatest necessity at the present time was improved quality. The prices for their produce might suffer a little in consequence of the aftermath of the coal crisis. But he had not the slightest doubt that ultimately the market would return to a most satisfactory condition.—(Applause.) Mr D. Jones, chairman of the Meat Board, said it was desired by the board that the fullest advantage should be taken of the opportunity of questioning Mr Forsyth. The board felt it also desirable to meet the producers face to face. In its early history the board had met withstrong opposition, but it now felt that it had tho entire confidence of at least four-fifths of the sheep owners. The policy of the board was to make sure of its ground before entering upon a new enterprise. The result was that it had never been found necessary to To }™ B stems The speech given that afternoon bv Mr Forsyth showed that their produce was being marketed through various sources. In these circumstances, anything in the nature of combinations for the control of the markets was impossible. It >'■ should bo found in the future that combinations were asserting themselves, the hoard would not hesitate to exercise the powers that were vested m it. The board had pursued a steady, progressive policy, and would continue to use its best efforts to protect the interests of the producers. During the last three years the producers had secured the market price for their pioduce, and sometimes a little over. cost of the board had been commented upon in some quarters. The cost wa. about £20,000 a year, though a httle more than that was collected. Mr Jones pointed out that in insurance alone a saving ot £90,000 a year had been effected, while m placing the meat upon the market ina bettor condition, great financial benefit had been derived. The speaker proceeded to justify the policy of the board to the regulation of shipping. The boar was regulating supplies, and saving enormous sums to the shipping companies. This savin,f was reflected in the reduction freights. Since the inception of the board a sum ot £1,100,000 had been producers in shipping freights. Referring to tho future of the meat market Mi Jones stated that during the last 10 month, there had been a drop of 42 per cent, in the export of lamb and 25 per rent.m the export of mutton from the Argentine This was sn important announcement, so far as New Zealand producers were concerned. The Australian export might reasonably be calculated as the same as last voar There would be a tall l n supply from the Continent. The only port in which there would be an increase be in Great Britain itself. |bcn 'hero was likely to be an increase of 500,000 caicases of mutton. Mr Jones thought he outlook for the frozen moat trade was decidedly hopeful, and thefe was no causo whatever for pessimism. He pointed out that a difficulty had been experienced by the board in obtainin'* statistical inhumation regarding the quantity of meat in cool storage in Great Britain. It intended continuing its efforts to secure this information. In conclusion. Mr Jones claimed that the policy of the board had been eminently successful, and that it had served every legitimate purpose in connection with the mission. . . Mr W. Forrester asked Mr Jones if he would give his views in regard to the proposed merger of meat works. Mr Jones said that tho proposal contained in the merger .was that the whole of the freezing works in New Zealand proprietary and otherwise, should be brought under one control. He had asked Mr Cobb at Feilding what the cost would bo, and ho was told that it would be £6,500,000. The effect of tho merger would be to squeeze out competitive buying and to rerolulionise the whole of the trade Mr R. Milligan : You could buy upon tho h °Mr S ‘ Jones said the board was of tho opinion that tho spending of £6,500,000 was not warranted. The producers would have to pay the interest. The board did not think it desirable to destroy competition and load upon the board and the country tho cost of a merger. Mr Milligan asked if Mr Jones would say whether tho whole of tho Meat Board was unanimous in the views he expressed Was not the new chairman in favour of a merger? Mr Jones replied that Mr Milligan was fully aware that Mr Jcssop favoured a merger, but the whole of tho remaining members of the board were opposed to a merger. Mr Milligan aslfpd if the board, in view of the unsatisfactory state of the meat ‘ trade, would entertain the proposal of the : fanners’ conference for the setting up of a I commission. j Mr Jones stated that the Farmers' Union conference had emphatic-all v rejected tho merger The proposal had been submitted again to the conference for tho election pf members of the Meat Board, and the conference had again rejected it. ■ Mr Milligan: By what majority? I Mr Jones: By 10 votes to 8. Continuing, the speaker stated that if a commission was set up, as requested by the Farmers’ Union, j tho question woi Id final]v come back to I the Meat Board for decision.

Mr Milligan: But the Meat Board has done nothing 1 Mr Jones resented tho statement that tho board had done nothing. For the .ast three years it had been discussing the position from every angle. It had not oecn able to do what Mr Milligan wanted, but it had done a groat deal. The board did not think it right that those companies in a weak position should overload their responsibilities upon the whole Dominion. Tho speaker proceeded to state what had occurred in the matter of another freezing works in this district. Mr Milligan: You are evading my question. Mr Jones declared that ho had no intention ot evading the question. Ho resented it being said that he was doing so. »Mr Milligan ; I asked, arc you in favour of conceding tho request of the Farmer’s Union for tho setting up of a commission of inquiry? Mr Jones replied that tho Meat Board was a standing commission. The Farmer’s Union conference had wrestled with the question, and got no distance towards a solution. The freezing company directors had done the same. The Meat Board had been examining tho question lor years. It was quite clear that some of the freezing works would have to go under. The board could not ask the whole of the producers of the Dominion to carry the weak companies on their shoulders. Ihe board had as much right to carry weak farmers on its shoulders as it had to ‘"arry weak companies. The policy of the board had been to encourage local mergers, but certain companies had opposed these. The decisions of tho board had to be made in the Dominion interests, and with an intense desire to be of assistance to the farmers’ freezing companies. Mr J. E. Austin asked what tho board intended to do to save the farmers the 2s per head to be lost through the freezing works not opening to time, and stock travelling over long distances. Mr Jones said that there were various reasons why the works opened at different periods. The board had no authority to deal with the opening dates. Mr Austin asked why it was that the cost of sending Home fellmongered wool before the war was 4s 6d, while to-day it was 9s. . Mr Jones said costs had gone up in all directions. Mr Austin: We want the costs brought down. Mr Jones: Well, bring them down I—(Laughter.) Mr Austin retorted that it was the duty of Mr Jones to endeavour to bring them down. Mr Jones replied that it was not possible for tho board to bring down prices. Mr Austin: We were robbed before the war, are we going to be robbed again? Mr Jones said he did not think for a moment that the whole of the farmers freezing companies were going out. Ine statistical position to-day was satisfactory. Mr Austin asked whv it was that lamb bought at Is per lb had been sold two years ago at as low as 7d Mr Jones replied that the fall had been largely due to the fall in wool and pelts. Mr J. G. MacDonald asked for information concerning the attraction in the grading of lambs. He thought there was very little difference in the quality of the 361 b and 421 b lamb. There were few lambs in January in North Otago under 421 b in weight' He did not see why there should be such a difference in prices. Mr Forsvth stated that the grading affected the South Island only, as most of the North Island L.mbs were undei 361 b The grading was the same to-day as it had been for years. It was the same for the Argenth and Australia as # tor New Zealand. A better price was given on the English market for the lighterweight lamb because it was the lanib that the butcher could most profitably dispose of. The difference in price was a pound, shilling, and pence one so far as the consumer was concerned. Mr R. W. Trotter stated that farmers would appreciate it very much if the standard grade could be increased from 361 b t 0 Mr replied that he did not think this alteration would make much difference to the producer. Mr Milligan asked if it was the proposal of the Meat Board to establish its own cool stores in London. , . A Mr Jones replied that the board had this matter under consideration, and would make an announcement upon the subject at an early date. , ~ , Mr J R. M’Culloch moved that the Farmers’ Union be requested to invite Messrs Jessep and James Begjj to come to Oamaru to give the other side of the m Mr e Hamifton n seconded the motion, which On the motion of Mr M'Culloch, hearty votes of thanks were passed to Messrs Forsyth and Jones. LAWN TENNIS. The following will represent Awamoa seniors in. their match against Meadowbank seniors to-day at Meadowbank courts:— Mollison, Familton, Wilson. Henry, Reid, and Duthie, Miss Gibb. Mrs Wilson, Mrs Bates, Mrs Mollison, Miss Simkin, Miss Hall. Juniors v. Meadowbank, at Awamoa: Kennedy, Familton, Henrv, Campbell, Crombie, and Mam, Miss ‘ Ireland, Mrs Familton, Miss Hall, Mrs Main, Miss Dennison, Miss Stubbs. The following will represent Meadowbank in their match against Awamoa C 1 Seniors, at Meadowbank: Mrs Dewar, Misses R. Robertson, N. Beardsmore, E. M Quade, L. and M. Macpherson, Messrs N. Macdonald, C. R- Hedges P. Mulligan, V R. Hedges, H. Kent, and N. M'Quade. Juniors, at Awamoa. —Misses I. Macpherson, P. Robins, E. Hartley, E. Robertson M- Steele and L Mawhmney Messrs J Harris, A. Bam, Hedges (2), C. Dun cam and A. Forrest; emergencies, Mrs A. Robertson and M. Lament. SCHOOL CONCERT. A concert was held by the South School pupils under the auspices of the Young Helpers’ League on Thursday afternoon. The takings amounted to £3 BJsWhen the pupils' saving boxes for the Barnardo fund were opened it was found that £ll 12s 6d was available, making the total contribution of the school tor the year £ls 2s 6cl. On this result the Young Helpers and the school are to be waimly congratulated.

ST. THOMAS’S ACADEMY

The sisters of St. Thomas’ Acamedy, Oamaru, have achieved another outstanciing success, carrying off an important scholarship This year Master Augusteme Hill has gained a Dominion Scholarship for St. Patrick’s College, Wellington, tern able for three years, and valued at 800 a year. This reflects groat credit upon the sisters, as within the last few years their pupils have gained seven competitive National and Catholic scholarships The distribution of prizes took place yesterday morning. Following is the pnzellS p2—Reading, P. Taylor; phonics. P. Dwvor; Number, P. Conlan. . Standard I.—Christian doctrine, L. Dunn; class medal (silver medal), C. Coulter; second in merit, W. Maynard; arithmetic, Dwyer; composition. D. Quigg • reading, L. Dunn; spelling and writing. M. Cooney; writing, E. Conlan; handwprk, L. Nottingham; drawing, PMurdoch: mental arithmetic, P. Conlan. politeness and good conduct, C. _ Coulter. Standard 11.-Chnstian doctrine silver medal), D. Bourke; class medal (silver modal), J. Corkcry ; reading D, Doyle. Standard 111.-Christian doctrine (silver medal) A. Richardson; class medal (silver medal). J. Coulter; second in merit A. Richardson; composition, T. Roach; arithmetic, F. Taylor; history. C. Cartwright; geography, G. Harper; reading, P. Doyle: writing, K. Nolan; general imnrovemcnt, E. Mulqueen. . , . ... Standard IV.—Christian doctrine (silver medal), E. Sha w ; class medal (silver medal). J Ward • second in merit, P. Dunn; composition, A. Murdoch; grammar J. Richardson ; reading. M. English: writing? D Kelleher; spelling. J. Mulqueen; geography, T. Bourke; history. B. Murphy; arithmetic, W. Higgins; arithmetic, R. Tnvlor; drill. E. Shaw. Standard V.—Christian doctrine. N. McCarthy; class modal (silver medal), T. Roach; second in merit. J. Armstrong; composition, D Nolan : composition. D. Dovle • history, J. Dunn: geography, P. M’Cnrthy; arithmetic. J. Conlan; improvement in’ arithmetic. J. Andersoin Standard Vl.—Christian doctrine, first prize (gold medal), A. Hill; second prize, D Kelly; first in merit, dux of school (gold medal). D. Kelly; second in raedit. A. Hill: arithmetic, B. M'LauMilin; composition, L. Nathan; reading. R. Shaw; appreciation of reading. T. MTvinnon; history. IT. Longhnan; attention to studies, B. "'Murphy; general improvement, L. A reher. Music P n'zes.—Preparatory thcorv (honours). J. Anderson and M. English. j Junior theory (honours), P. Dunn. 1 Intermediate theory (honours), D. Kelly.

First steps (honours), silver medal, D. Bourke. Preparatory (honours), silver medal, R. Taylor. .Junior (honours) silver medal (violin), P. Dunn. Intermediate (honours), silver medal (violin), D. Kelly. Okiss singing (silver medal), N. M'Carthy. Elocution (silver medal), J. Ward. Good conduct (gold medal), A. Hill. Proficiency certificates.—L. Archer, A. Hill, D. Kelly, H. Loughnan, B. Murphy, T. M'Kinnon, B. M‘Laughlin, L. Nathan, S. Shaw. DOMINICAN COLLEGE. The closing ceremonies of the school year took place on Wednesday, December 8. Rev. Father Fenelon, who presided, after presenting the prizes, congratulated the teachers and pupils on the successful year s work, wished the children a happy holiday, and reminded them of the necessity ot fidelity to the principles inculcated during their school days. The following is the prize list: Preparatory School. Primer I.—Class subjects: Joan Hayes. Preparatory.—Class subjects : Reima Stott. Drawing and writing: Joyce Paul. Grade 1. —Class subjects, Mavis Mulligan. Grade 2 (Lower). —General excellence : Dorothy Cuddon-Large. Arithmetic: Cathy Brown. Reading and spelling: Sheila Brown. Grade 2 (Upper).—Class prize : Betty Donnelly. General improvement: Tuohey Hughes. Junior School. Grade 3.—Class prize : Dorothy French. Geography, writing, and drawing : Florence French.' Arithmetic, grammar, and comprehension : Rosa O’Sullivan. Reading and comprehension: Lucy Hill. Grade 4. —Class medal; Eleanor Brown. Second class prize and drawing: Mae Easton. Geography and tables: Mary Foohcy. History and second in arithmetic: Betty Brown. Writing and neatness: Coris Stott. Writing: Kathleen Paul. Senior School. Grade 5. —Class medal; Mary Fallon. English composition: Mary Hill. Arithmetic: Nellie Dougherty. Reading and composition; Madge Gallien. Arithmetic (special mention): Aileen Smith. Grade 6. —Class medal; Josephine Taylor. Second in merit: Lex O’Connell. English composition : Mary Johnson. Arithmetic: Mary M'Cormack. Class subjects: Maura Donnelly. Geography : Kathleen M'Phee. History: Thelma Woods. Improvement: Phyllis Rose. Diligence and theory of music: Peggy Collins. Secondary Division. Form 3. —Class medal: Hilda Illingworth. Latin: English composition and literature: Nellie Henaghan. Form sb.—Class medal: Mary Henaghan. English literature and elocution: May Sheehy. Latin and French : Mary Henaghan., Form 5a. —Dux (gold medal): Nellie M'Phee. Home science and mathematics: Mollie MLaughlin. Commercial Subjects. (Bookkeeping, Shorthand, and Typewriting.) Junior: Agnes O’Neill. Elementary: Mary Fleming. Intermediate: May Sheehy. Irish History. Senior: May Sheehy, Nellie Henaghan, Mary Harnett, Junior; Thelma Woods. Music Prizes. First Steps: Dorothy Cuddon-Large. Preparatory piano (silver medal): Madge Gallien. Junior piano (silver medal): Eunice Coppell Violin: Aileen Smith. Junior harmony: Mary M’Cormack. Higher Division (Assoc. Board): Maura Donnelly. Senior piano and harmony (silver medal): Hilda Illingworth. L.T.C.L. (gold medal): Alma Woods. General Prizes. Dressmaking : Kathleeen M'Phee. Mending: Lex O’Connell. gports : Coris Stott. Politeness: Mary Harnett. Good conduct (gold medal, awarded by the votes of the Sisters): May Sheehy. Wreath (awarded by the votes of the pupils to the most amiable girl): Alma Woods. Christian Doctrine (junior). Eleanor Brown; (intermediate), Mary Johnson- ,(senior), gold cross, Mollie MLaughlin. Scripture (junior), Eunice Coppell; (senior), Nellie M'Phee. Church History: Mary Henaghan. Examination Successes. Public Service Entrance; Nellie M'Phee (credit list). M. MLaughlin (credit list), Eileen Quinn. Intermediate : Mary Henaghan (credit list). Standard VI: Proficiency certificates: Peggy Collins, Maura Donnelly, Mary Johnson, Mary M'Cormack, Kathleen M'Phee, Lex O’Connelk Phyllis Rose, Josephine Taylor, Thelma Woods.