NORTH OTAGO.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21145, 1 October 1930, Page 4

NORTH OTAGO.

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT.

(Fboh Oob Special MAJESTIC PICTURES. "At the Villa Rose" will commence at the Majestic Theatre to-day. It is another British talkie, which should be as jmpular as " Splinters " and " Rookery Nook." By reason of the fine acting, the perfect English diction, and. the straightforward' presentation, "At the Villa*Rose" easily takes its place at the, head of the crop of mystery pictures that have come with the introduction of sound and dialogue. The situations are well handled, the characters are interestingly, presented by a cast of skilled English stage stars, and the mystery of the murder, which is committed within the Villa Rose, is cleared up by the famous detective of A. E. W. Mason's mind, Hanaud, to the entire satisfaction of any picture audience. The story has been adapted- to the screen in a rather ingenious manner, the problems being set out without undue mystification. The final solution comes as a stimulating surprise, and an adequate finish to a super " thriller." The camera •work and sound recording; qualities, as is usually the case with'British talkies, are of a high order, and deserve special: mention-. . A • very excellent -cast of London West End players includes Austen Trevor as Hanaud, the brilliant French detective, who eventually solves the mystery; .whilst Norah Baring's tense acting as Celia, the fraudulent spiritualistic medium, gives life to the character with- • out diminishing the mysterious effect of the plot. Richard Cooper is grand in a comedy role. - . * - MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING: The weekly shoot of the Totara Club ■was held on Monday evening, .the followin" being the best scores:—V. Perry 80, C. Hollow 78, W. Smith 78. C. Tayles 77, D. Richardson 77,: S. Wilson 76, VV. M'lntosh 76, F. Wharton 75, G. Lawrence 75 B. Really 75. D. Marshall 74, V. M'Donald 73, J. Bruce 73, D. Lawrence 73, G. Malcolm 73, D. Clark 72, T. M'Lay 72. J. Richardson 71. The following team secured the fern leaf " badges:—F. Wharton, G. Malcolm, C. Hollow, D. Richardson, G. Lawrence, with a total score of 378. • V Perry, .who secured a 'possible,, on 12 consecutive bull's-eyes. The following were the best scores at the weekly shoot of the Totara Miniature Rifle Club:—W. Bunton 77, A. King, J. Neill 76, G. Taylor, G. Cassells, D. Grant 75, J. Barron 74, P. Docherty, H. Davis 73 G. Clark, D. Nicholson, R. Rawsbn 72, _, A.' Weir, R. Neill 70.. ' BUILDING PERMITS. ----- - '■•■■ v' , During the month building permits - ;were issued by the Oamaru Borough Council for four new residences to cost _£2444, / and one addition, to an existing residence, £85;—£2529. • • THE FISHING SEASON. The applications for fishing licenses for the season which will be opened to-day are on a par for this time of the ■with the number issued by the Waitaki Acclimatisation .Society last year, when the total established a record.-; Thoogh anglers "are keen to try their luck on the opening day thought unfavourable ■weather conditions will prevent a. number from ■participating. . The Waitaki is- in first-class order for fishing, but the Kakar nui is Blightly discoloured, with a fair amount of. snow water in it, so that, the •water will. probably be too cold for good eport to be obtained. OAMARU GARDENS CROQUET ■-■■,-" CLUB. At the annual meeting-pi the Oamaru Garden's Croquet Club * Mrs Boultonpreeided over a good attendance of members. The annual; report and balance Bheet, ■which- showed- the satisfactory credit of £22 3s 10d-, were adopted.The following officers were, elected for the ensuing season: : —President, Mrs N. Meldrum; vice-presidents. Misses Alexander and Bro-wnlee; hon. secretary, Mra J. Tait; treasurer, Mrs N. N. Frazer; ground captains,- Mesdames Ball - and Kirkness; committee —Mesdames Boulton, R. Meldrum, and tea convenor., Mrs A. Williams.

COEBESPONDEUX.) ■ MOTOR LICENSES. The Waitaki County Council issued 23 drivers’ and 13 heavy traffic licenses dur- - ing September,’ and the Oamaru Borough Council. 25 drivers' and 28 heavy traffic licenses. ~ NGAPARA GALA. A strong committee headed by Mr Redditt held a' very successful gala day at Ngapara in aid oKthe football and school funds. 'The schoolboys’ seven-a-aide football proved very interesting, and a hockey match between the local club and the football club was won by the ladies.At football a .strong-team of married men was defeated by 'the local fifteen by 9 points to 5. Miss Cant was successful in gaining first prize in the Young Ladies' ■ Race, and F, Holmes won the Cigarette Race, Out of 14 small boys in the buneating contest, only- three finished, and these were awarded the prizes. David Watson won the goal-kicking contest. In- ; clement weather set in later in the afternoon, and numerous other events were postponed, but the day was finished with a very successful dance at the hall-in the evening, REMARKABLE GREENHOUSE DISPLAY. In the greenhouse at the Oamaru Gardens there is at present a very remarkable display of cyclamen persicum. It ia only rarely that such a large and varied collection of this beautiful flower is brought together under one roof. There will presently be almost 350 choice plants of every shade, and in splendid condition of growth. - Seen from either end, of the house, the long bench presents an; unbroken mass of brilliant colour, relieved by a judicious sprinkling of foliage plants., This represents the cumulative work of several years; the culling of inferior varieties each season leaving only the choicest forms. A more careful inspection will reveal individual plants of exceptional ‘merit, as. for example, the opulent white forms, large in size and of great purity and firm texture. Smaller as to size, but of rich and varied shades, are the crimson, some of which have a depth and glow of colour which are very fascinating. Many visitors will be attracted by the pink, and especially the salmon pink forms, and among these there is-a plant, of medium size, whose rich’ colour-.pales towards the edge of the petals in a way that suggests a waxen texture, though this is really a poor compliment to Nature's art. Another, though its colour, suggests, the despised magenta shade, has a-beauty all its own. Here and there are examples of created varieties, which, however, Jack the distinguishing simplicity of outline which is characteristic of the species. The central block of the greenhouse is ' composed of a fine assortment of cinerarias at the height of their development, mostly of the popular stellata and intermediate varieties. The slender habit of the inflorescences .is a marked and pleasing contrast with that of the cyclamens, and the whole display is sure to surprise and delight the visitor, especially when, owing,’to • backward conditions outside, spring flowers, still tarry later than usual. PERSONAL Mr H. Robertson returned to Oamaru yesterday from an extended trip to the Islands. ■ ’ Queen’s Hotel. —Mr R. Turner (Sydney), 'Mr A. H. Corrick, Mr C. E. Yates, Mr J. A. Frost, Mr W. Boyd (Christchurch), Mr J. Wilson, Mr E. D’Arcy, Mr A. Henderson (Timaru), Mr J. J. .Hore (Tokarahi), Mr R. B. Johnstone, Mr. S. R; Gawii - Mr W. Oxley (Dunedin),.Mr F. L. ■ Nioolaoh (Balclutha). New Club Hotel.—Mr W. B. Cooke (Auckland), Mr T. Webb, Mr E. Guysky .(Wellington), Mr and Mrs R. Harris , (Nelson!, - Mr. L. • B“ Webb, Mr J. R.Diack (Timaru), Mr N. A. Wilson, Mr G. W. Pearce, Mr E. Selby (Christchurch)/ Mr N. E. Shaw, .Mr R. F. Fraser, Mr V. Dickson (Dunedin), Mr A. Appelby, Mr D. Kaine (Lindis Pass). , SPRING SHOW. .The spring allow of the North Otago Horticultural Society, held in the Scottish Hall yesterday, was more than worthy .of the excellent patronage bestowed on it during,the afternoon and evening. Not-, withstanding the lateness of the season, the blooms , came forward not only in quantity, but also in quality. The cut blooms and, decorative sections together made a very fine showing, which spoke volumes for the Oamaru district and the exhibitors. ... A very ’ interesting exhibit was staged from the Oamaru Gardena by the curator (Mr Tait) of glasshouse plants, including cinerarias and primulas malecoides, whilst the president of the ' society (Mr G. S. Jones) showed some very fine pot plants, which have always been a strong-feature of bis exhibits. The display of narcissi .was the outstanding feature of the show, the blooms being exhibited in excellent condition, clean and of good size, and rich in colour 'and texture, , The leading exhibit, that for the Maclean Cup, brought four entries, Mr R. Dick winning with the champion seedling Weston of his own, Egmont Queen Killi- , grew, and J. Branthwaite and some very fine seedlings. Mrs R. K. Ireland took second honours with a Lilian Maclean Champion, Bloom Yellow Poppy Champion, Renown Orange Glow and other very fine blooms. 'For the -16 narcissi some nice blooms were staged by Mr J. A. Petrie, but this had to take second place to Mr E. Dick in the six seedling trumpets, Mr Dick also taking the'honours in the class other than trumpets, Mrs Ireland secured first place in. the 12 narcissi, the champion bloom, Macebearer, being outstanding, together with a scarlet Queen Silver Dawn Penedos and white Nile premier. Two champion blooms were also _ shown by Mrs Ireland in the six - narcissi—the Bereheba and Fawcett Clapperton—the last-named being an exceptionallyfine flower. The exhibits shown by Mrs Ireland and Mr Dick-were beautiful and well-grown specimens fit for exhibition in any company.’’ Among the yellow trumpets the Desert Gold shown by Mr J. Hambley was conspicuous, whilst Miss Peggy Henderson secured the honours from four competitors in the six hyacinths, which were very nicely grown blooms, but could have been more compact. The,, same exhibitor was also successful in a class of eight for the three hyacinths; The anemones were food, Mrs Douglas sfiowing fine blooms or size, colour, and quality. The polyanthus and primroses were a feature, the' varied colours of orange and yellow blending with the deeper crimsons and reds. These flowers are. becoming .more popular, and were entered in large numbers, and were up to the best standard. In the big collection honours went to Mr Dick, Miss Ireland, and Mrs T. Kennedy, these last two' also sharing honours in other classes. Violas and pansies were well represented for the time of the year, Mrs Ferris being successful in violas and Mr E. A. M'Douall in pansies. The competition in cut flowers for the Redcastle Cup attracted five" excellent exhibits, the judge awarding first place to Mrs E. C. Beswick, with two clear points over Mrs D. Fotheringham, who in turn secured half a point more than Airs Forrester.

There was only one entry for the display of pot plants and cut blooms for the society's cup, that of Mesdames D. Thompson and T. Kennedy, but it really was an excellent exhibit, including For* sythia, Speectabulis, violas, gracitis, Queen Mary, and stock. Such a display is very helpful to the show, and it is to be hoped that others will emulate on' future occasions the good example shown. , In the decorative section the choice of bloom was restricted somewhat this year, as the usual number of shrubs are not yet flowering. ' Japonica was the favourite, and on the whole the exhibits -were very good. Miss Stronach carried off the honours in the art exhibit, and- Mrs A. E. M'Bouall scored in. the bowl of flowers for bold effect. ■ In the bowl of mixed colours Mrs Douglas won with a nice entry, and Miss Stronach had a beautiful exhibit,in tone of blue gentian, which took first honours va the floating bowls. The decorated mantelpieces were exceptional and comprised in order of merit Miss E. Farr, Mrs F. Jones, and Mrs M'Culloch. On the whole the arrangement of the show was exceedinly tasteful and attractive. It was on the right lines, and showed considered method. It is gratifying to note that the society was given a lead in this direction by Mr J_. E. Ewing. The excellent manner in which the exhibits were shown contributed materially to the success of the show. The awards were as follow: — POT PLANTS. Judge: Mr R. Fountain. Twelve pot plants—G. S; Jones 1 and •2. Six pot plants—G. S. Jones 1 and 2, Collection of cut flowers—Mrs Forrester 1. ■ Twelve narcissi, three of each (ATLean Memorial Cup)—R. Dick 1, Mrs R.,K. Ireland 2, J. A. Petrie 3. Sixteen narcissi, three of each—J. A. Petrie 1. Six seedling trumpets, raised in Otago —E. I Dick 1, J. A. Petrie 2. Six seedling narcissi, raised in Otago— R. Dick I, T, Mackie 2. .Six narcissi, three of each——J. A. Petrie 1, T. ‘Mackie 2. . Twelve narcissi, one of .each, not fewer than three divisions —Mrs Ireland 1, JA, Petrie 2. Six narcissi. One of each—J. Hambley I, J. A. Petrie 2. Six narcissi, trumpet—Mrs Ireland 1, J, Hambley 2. . Six narcissi, Incomparabilis—:J. A. Petrie 1. - ■ - Six narcissi, Leedsii—W. Pe.trie 1. Six narcissi, three of each stem (for those who had never, won a first prize)— Mrs Bates 2., Sis narcissi, two or each (open to those .who had never won a first prize)—Mrs C. Littlejohn 1, Mrs J. Matches 2. Three vases, red and coloured (cup)— J, A. Petrie 1. . . One vase yellow trumpet, three blooms —J. Hambley 1, A. G. Clarke 2. Vase, any variety,, bi-colour (trumpet, three blooms)—J. Hambley I, Mrs J. E. Hill 2. J. A. Petrie 3. One vase, any variety (white trumpet) —A. G. Clarke 1. Vase Incomparabilis, three blooms—J. Petrie 1, J. Hambley 2, A. G. Clarke 3 ; Vase Barrii, three blooms —J. A. Petrie \ Vase Leedsii, three blooms —J. Hambley I, J. A. Petrie 2. . Vase Poeticus, three blooms—J. A. Petrie 1 and 2. Vase Poetaz-rJ. A. Petrie 2. Vase Lord Roberts, three blooms —J. Hambley 1, A. G. Clarke 2. _ Vase Bernardino, three blooms-t—At G. Clark T, J. A. Petrie 2. Vase Great Worley, three blooms—J. A. Petris 1 Vase Barrii Conspicuous, three blooms — J. A. Petrie I.‘ Vase White Lady, - three blooms —J. A. Petrie 1. „ . ~ ' . Vase Lucifer, three blooms—J. A, Petrie 1, Mrs Littlejohn 2. Vase Emperor, three blooms—J. A. Petrie 1, Mrs J. E. Hill 2. Three vases polyanthus narcissi, three of each—J. A. Petrie 1, Mrs J. Matches 3. Narcissi, yellow trumpet—J. Hambley Narcissi, bicolour, trumpet—J. Hambley 1, A. G. Clarke 2. Narcissi, incomp—J. Hambley 1. , Champion yellow trumpet—R. Dick (seedling grown by exhibitor)/ Champion bicolour trumpet—Mrs R. K. Ireland (seedling grown by R. Dick). Six hyacinths—Mias Peggy -Henderson 1, J. Hambley 2. , ■ , . Three hyacinths—Man Anderson 1, A. G. Clarke 2, J. Hambley 3. Six anemones —Mrs Douglas 1, B. Lauder 2. _ _ Three spikes double wallflower—D. Cop-land-1. . . Six wallflowers, single—Mrs G. Wiliiamtoh 1, Mrs T. Kennedy 2, A. T. ■Hastings 3. Six polyanthus—Mrs T, Kennedy 1, L. Lauder .2. Six polyanthus, yellow, white, or cream —Miss E. A. Farr 1. ' Six polyanthus, distinct—Miss Ireland 1, Mrs T. Kennedy 2. , 4 _ Three polyanthus—Mrs Ferris 1, A. G. Robertson 2. Four Vases primrose—Mrs ’J. E, Hill 1, Mrs Tomlinson 2, Mrs J. Matches 3. Best collection of polyanthus—R. Dick 1, Miss Ireland 2, Mrs T. Kennedy 3. Six violas —Mrs- Ferris 1, Mrs J.. E. Hill 2, Mrs A. H. Bartley 3. Bunch of violets—Marjorie, Ireland 1, Miss E. A. Farr 2. Grape hyacinths—Ruth Ireland 1, Mrs Douglas 2. Vase of stocks, three spikes—E. Martin 1. Six pansies—A. E. M'Douall 1, T. Kennedy 2, Mrs A. H. Bartley 3. ; Six bunches of cut blooms (Redcastle Cup)—Mrs E. C. Beswick (24 points) 1, Mrs D. Fotheringhain (22 points) .2, Mrs Forrester (21J : points) 3, Mrs G, JardinC (18 points) 4, GTS.-Hones (17 points) 5. Society’s cup for display of pot plants and cut flowers—Mesdames D. Thompson and T. Kennedy. DECORATIVE SECTION. Judges: Miss D. Jones and Alise F. de Lambert. Art exhibit of still life, flowers, fruit, drapery, and decorative objects of metal or ware allowed —Miss Stronach 1. Mrs Smithy Morton 2, Mrs D. Thompson 3. Dining table decoration (for those who had never won a* first prize)—Miss Farr 1, Miss J. E. Ewing 2, Miss Walton 3. Dining table decoration (narcissi only) —Mrs G. Jardine 1. Dining table decoration (narcissi excluded) —Miss F. Stronach 1. Hat decorated with natural flowers— Mrs G. Jardine 1, Miss Lorna Thomson 2. Mrs -W. J. D. Milne 3, Bowl of flowers (bold effect desired)— Mrs A. E. M'Douall 1, Mrs P. Jones 2, Miss B. Sutton 3. Bowl of flowers (mixed colours) —Mrs Douglas 1, Mrs D. Thomson 2, Miss B. Sutton 3. Bowl of .narcissi—Mrs R. Orbell 1. Mrs Hill 2, Mrs Douglas 3. ’ Bowl of narcissi, for beginners—Mrs Ivan Chalmers 1. Basket of polyanthus or primroses— Miss E A. Farr 1, Mrs Ivan Chalmers 2. Basket of flowers—Miss Lauder I. Mise Lorna Thomson 2, Vase of flowers—Miss A. Stronach 1, Mrs A. E. M'Douall 2. Bowl of violas (own foliage)—Mrs T. Kennedy 1, Miss I. M. Bain 2. Three vases of flowers (arranged for effect)—Mrs I). Thomson 1. t Decorated mantlepiece (trophy presented by Mrs W. P. Reid for most points at three shows) —Mies E. Farr 1, Mrs F. Jones 2, Mrs M. M'Culloch 3. Bridesmaid’s posy—Miss Watson 1 Mrs G. Jardine 2. Floating bowl—Miss A. Stronach 1. Mrs Orbell 2, Mrs W. J. D. Milne 3. FJorally decorated jug, dish or vase (originality and simplicity of design) Mrs A. E. M'Douall 1, Mrs W. J. D. Milne 2.

WAIAREKA SALE. There was a small yarding of stock with the exception of dairy cows at the Waiareka sale yesterday. In the store cattle section a Holstein bull brought £5, one-ycar-and-a-half-old heifers, £3 3s; one-year-and-a-half-old steers, £4 15s to fo 12s 0d; empty cows. £3 17s 6d to £4 2s 6d; good calvers. £2 Is. In the fat cattle section two prime fat cows realised £l2 15s and £l2 12s Oil; light, £7. Eight steers were yarded, of which four were passed, and the balance sold at £ll 10s and £lO 10s. The fat sheep yarded consisted of prime wethers, which brought 31s; good, 26s to 28s: medium, 24s Cd to 295; prime ewes, 28s; good, 23s Od to 27s 3d. The store sheep consisted of only four six-

tooth fat and forward wethers, which were sold at 245. Small two-tooth ewes were passed. In the dairy cow section an extra good Jersey cow realised £l4; good cows coming to profit, £7 to £8 15s; medium, £5 to £6 10s; thin and backward, £3 2s 6d to £4.

RE-ISSUE OF LICENSE.

At the Police Court yesterday afternoon, ‘before Mr H. W. Bundle, S.M., Bartlett Grant Poster, of Tokarahi, who was represented by Mr C. Zimmerman, applied for the cancellation of an order made on October 10, 1929, prohibiting him from driving a motor vehicle for 18 months. Senior Sergeant Scott’s report was a favourable one, and Mr Bundle said he would take into consideration the fact that the applicant’s conduct. had been satisfactory and _ the changed conditions owing to the closing of the Tokarahi railway. The re-issue was, therefore, granted from September 30. OBITUARY. MRS E; A. AITKINSON; . .Following on a lengthy illness, the death took place yesterday morning of Mrs, E. A. Aitkinson at her' residence, Thames street, Oamaru. Mrs Aitkinson was the daughter of the late Mr William Lambert, of Dunedin, and was married in Oamaru by the R?v. A. Gifford in TSBO. She had lived since in Oamaru and. was an indefatigable church worker, taking an especial interest in the Newborough Church. She was widely known for her practical sympathy, and was highly esteemed by a large circle of friends. In February last Mr and Mrs Atkinson celebrated their golden wedding, on which occasion they were the recipients of felicitations from their many friends. Mrs Attkinson is survived by her husband, two daughters and two sons. MR J. Ei BROAD. The death occurred suddenly yesterday at Lower Hutt of Mr J. E. Broad, a former resident* of Oamaru. • About 10 years ago he came to Oamaru from Gore, and after some time in business as a saddler removed to He was a popular member' of the Phcenix Bowling Club and of the Chess Club, and the many friends he made during his stay here will regret his demise and sympathise with the widow and son and daughter. THE RAINFALL. Nearly three inches of rain had been recorded in Oamaru for September up to yesterday afternoon, .compared with only 51 points in September of last year. Rain fell on the following days:—Three points, on September 3,2 on September 5, 20 on September 0, 80 on September 7, 69 on September 15, 10 on September 19, 48 on September 20, 8 on September 25, 10 on September 27, and 4 on September 29. The total rainfall for the nine months of this year is 12.22 in, compared with 22.81ia for the corresponding •period of last year. UNION CRICKET CLUB. The ,nnnual meeting of the Union Cricket Club was’held last night. Mr G. Meikle presided over a large attendance of members. The annual report and balance sheet, showing a debit balance of fl 12s 10(1, were adopted. The chairman congratulated the winners of the season’s' trophies on then* success. The resignation of G. Reatieaux as secretary was accepted with regret, and it was decided that a letter of appreciation should be sent to him. , The following officers were elected' for the ensuing year;—President, Mr H. Robertson; club captain, Mr B. Blair; practice captain, Mr, R. King; vice-cap-tains, Messrs J. Maddigan and E v Brown; secretary and treasurer, Mr E. Brown; match captain, Mr J. Maddigan; deputy captain, Mr R. MacDonald; selectors— Messrs J. Maddigan, R. MacDonald, and the captains of the lower grades; delegates to the North Otago Association, Messrs E. Brown and J. Maddigan; executive member, Mr E. Brown; committee, the officers of the club. The subscriptions : were,. fixed as follow:—Senior, , 30s; -‘juniors (first -year from school) ss, (second year np to 18 years) 15s, (18 yaers to 20) 20s. The secretary was instructed to apply for the use of King George’s Park for the season. It was decided to recommend to the association that the opening date of tbe competitions should be November 2. The club’s opening day was fixed for October 4. The club and practice captains were made responsible for the preparation of wickets. Mr Brown was appointed club coach. The secretary was directed to write to the Patearoa County and the Celtic Clubs with .a view to arranging matches before the competitions. , Mr H, Robertson’s medal was allocated for the most catches ia the juniors, and the allocation of the Heselwood Cup for the most improved junior last year was left in the hands of Messrs J. Maddigan, R. MacDonald, and -B. Blair.