PROVINCIAL NEWS.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21361, 15 June 1931, Page 10

PROVINCIAL NEWS.

(Feok Ode Special

CORRESPONDENT.)

MAJESTIC PICTURES

On Wednesday and Thursday nights "The Middle Watch," a British comedy, will be the main attraction. This play, by lan Hay and Stephen King-Hall, was very successful on the stage, but Norman ■ Walker, the director pf this British International picture, avoided theatre effects, and gave the camera, plenty of ■cope. As the admiral, who is both ■hocked at the irregularities and terrified ©f what his wife will say, Frederick Volpe is excellent. He is most ably seconded by -Reginald Purdell as a discreet corporal, and Henry Wemnan as a marine. Jacqueline Logan gives a very good performance as one of the girls who captures the affections of Captain Maitland, played by Owen Nares. As proof of its big entertaining power it is only necessary to state that its season in Dunedin had to be extended. MINIATURE . RIFLE SHOOTING The following were the best scores at the weekly shoot of the Glenavy Club: J. Purdie 79, C. Fleming 79, D. M'Culloch 78, A. M'Culloch 78, J. Paul 78, W. Berry 77, W. Devlin 77, N. Gibson 77, A. Kilworth 77, L. Wilson 77, N. L. Andrews 76, D. Cochrane 76, B. Duff 76, D. M'Naughton, 76, J. H. Andrews 75, B. Chapman 75, T; Fleming 75, D. M‘Lean 75 T. Nimmo 75, Y. Niven 75, J.. Breen 74. Di, Brown 74, C. Dugdale 74. N. Fleming 74; J. Hollamby, sen., 74, W. M'Culloch 74, E. Wilson 74, G. Wilson 74, J. Brown 73, William Devlin 73, A. Flanagan 73, H. Jackson 73, T. Wesley 73, F. 1 Ross 73, J. Nelson 72, W. Breen 71, T. DevUn 71, J. M'Culloch 71, B. Stranger 70. In the shoot-off of last week’s ressults J. Purdie won the club trophy and Tisdall button, and N. Gibson the sniper’s button. ■ ■ ’ . • ’ '- ’ SCOTTISH SOCIETY’S DANCE ,-Large gatherings of the public still continue to patronise the weekly dances of the North Otago Scottish Society; and on Saturday evening the usual large crowd was present. Everyone, thoroughly en* joyed the dancing, which was kept going at a brisk pace until midnight. Excellent music was supplied by, Mrs. Sherwin’a orchestra, while the duties of M.C. were carried out by Messrs Craig and Christie. •t- 1 . OAMARU BOROUGH COUNCIL • It is understood that as a result of the ' deliberations of the joint committees on this year’s estimates, the Oamaru Borough Council has decided to reduce the rates by 3d in the £. Reductions in the price, of gas, as outlined by Cr Cooney (chairman of the Gas Committee) at the last council meeting, have'been decided on, and also a sliding scale in the reduction of wages and \ salaries down to £2OB, under which amount the salaries are not affected. UNEMPLOYMENT RELIEF Owing to the suspension of the unemployment scheme No. 5 on June 20, representations were made to the Unemployment Board seeking authority to give employment to men who are required to ■tand down udder the scheme during the coming week. Word has been received, however, by the Mayor (Mr J, M. Forrester) that this would not be permitted. / COURSING ♦ f, . . . There was a large attendance at the North Otago Coursing Club’s All-aged Stake at the racecourse on Saturday afternoon. Ideal weather conditions pro-' vailed for the ’occasion. The judging of Mr J. Tisdall gave entire satisfaction, and Mr G. M'Leod’s slipping left nothing to be desired. The hares were in .good condition, easily outwitting the dogs in thefmajority of courses, and the club was very fortunate in having a small proportion of kills. Results: — First Round. Lady Disdain beat Overland Blue. Pilot beat Flash. Quissie beat Bronze Eagle, v . Blue Bonnet beat Mannca. Mickey’s Lass beat Amorist. Pretty Rose beat St. Kevin. Royal Saxon beat Shine Soon. .*■ Slam Again beat High Speed. , Second Round. . Lady Disdain beat Pilot. Blue Bonnet beat Quissie. Pretty Rose beat Mickey’s Lass. Slam Again beat Royal Saxon.. Semi-final. Blue Bonnet beat Lady Disdain. Pretty Rose beat Slam Again.- ■- . ’ , Final. „

Mr F. Mitchells Pretty Rose beat Mr Kearn’s Blue Bonnet. *.

NORTH OTAGO.

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT.

HAMPDEN R.S.A. There were about 20 returned soldiers at a meeting at Hampden convened for the purpose of forming a sub-association of the Returned Soldiers’ Association there. Members of the executive of the Oamaru Returned Soldiers’ Association attended the meeting, and after the president (Mr T. J. Guthrie) and others had addressed the gathering, a sub-association for Hampden was formed. Mr D. Thompson was elected president; Mr J. Joyce, vice-president, and Mr J, Sprague, secretary. A strong executive committee was set up, and after the meeting the visitors were hospitably entertained. j MEN’S HOCKEY The new-formed Colts’ team 'was successful in defeating the Oamaru team at King George’s Park on Saturday by 3 goals to 2. The Colts had easily the better of the game throughout, and played good hockey, while Oamaru put up a poor exhibition, and their combination was not good. . GOLF A bogey match was played on Saturday, with the following results: —Hopgood (17) 4 up, L. Sumpter (3) 2 up, Irvine (12) 1 up, Mulligan (13) 1-up, Cuthbertson (5) 1 down, Kilpatrick (8) 1 down, Grave (16) 2 down, Kinder (17) 2 down, T. Banks (18) 2 down, R. Hedges (17) 2 down, Humphries (9) 3 down, Smith (18) 3 down, Woodward (16) 3 down, M'Culloch (17) 3 down. RUGBY FOOTBALL • The match on the Oval was another of those spectacular, thrilling games that the public delights to witness, surpassing; in the opinion of many, the Hydro-Maneno clash iin the first round. But on this occasion Hydro was decisively outplayed, and had to strike its colours to Athletic. Towards the final stages of the game the large crowd of spectators became greatly excited, and the comment of a Rugby enthusiast that it was the most thrilling gaine that he had seen in 25 years in Oamaru reflected the general impression that was created. In tfie first half Hydro established a lead of 11 points to 3, but on changing over the Athletic forwards to a man played in inspiring fashion, and, harassing their opponents at every turn of the play, I 'carried the Maroon banner to victory by 15 points to 11. Jh addition to playing an exceptional game, L. Park was instrumental in giving his side the win by kicking four splendid penalty goals. Though suffering its first defeat of the season. Hydro still remains with a twopoint margin jn the lead of the championship ladder. Maheno defeated Old Boys by 9 points to nil, so that Old Boys, Maheno, and Athletic are equal for second place. Duntroon, the leading country team, was defeated by Excelsior by 9 points to 3. By defeating Otiake, Tokarahi ran into second place in the country competition, and Awakino into third place through its victory over Omarama. ATHLETIC v. HYDRO. Hydro defended the western end, 1 playing with the advantage of the bright sun, which, however, disappeared behind a cloud bank after 20 minutes play. Hydro early opened its account with a penalty goal by M'lntosh, Hydro 3, Athletic nil. The Whites made most of the play, and the Athletic backs failed to make use of the. line. A nice passing rush by the Maroons was staved off by Rawclitfe being tackled 10 yards out. The Whites continued to attack, and Wilson met the many pressing demands made on him well, but failed to find touch. Langbein led several charges, to. the Maroon end, where M'lntosh made a. good attempt to kick a goal from the side line. Turvey put his side on the offensive with a Well-judged kick to the corner, and from a serum infringement L. i Park equalised with a splendid goal. Hydro 3, Athletic 3. Park, Sim, and Campbell were associated in nice dribbling rushes, and bustling tactics saw the defence lying on the ball. Park’s jiick, however, just missed from a handy position. Steel miskioked his return from the drop out, and the Hydro backs sent the ball out- to M'lntosh, who set sail for the line, and Mason came across to bring off a flying tackle, and Athletic forced. M'lntosh again essayed to goal from a penalty, but the ball fell short. Langbein, Borland, and Waddell were prominent in the line outs, and fed their backs at every opportunity. Lin-' den was thrown out at the corner, and Esplin dribbled over the line for Athletic to force in the nick of time. The Athletic play at this stage lacked sting, and Lilburne was presented with a try, striding through a wide gap with four or five Maroons making no attempt to stop him. The scorer’s kick at ; goal hit the upright and bounced back into the field of play. Hydro 6, Athletic 3. Campbell initiated another White passing rush, but Rawcliffe, cleared. The'Whites kept up the pressure, and Spillane sent out a high pass to MTntoeh, who failed to gather m the ball when a try appeared certain. From the resultant line out, however, the ball went out to Spillane, who dived over in a handy position. Lilburne converted as half time was called. Hydro 11, Athletic 3. - • On resuming a change was made in the Athletic backs, Turvey coming in to halfback, and D. Park playing at first fiveeighths. The Athletic forwards set up a merry pace from the kick off, and from a penalty L. Park kicked a beautiful goal from near halfway. Hydro 11, Athletic 6. The Maroons raked the defence fore and aft, and kept the Whites penned in their twenty-five, L. Park was rulled offside when in a dangerous position, but Steel sent to touch in the corner. Another penalty to the Whites brought relief, but Mason kicked along'the ground, and the Maroons stormed the line. Lying on the ball gave L. Park- a chance to goal which he accepted. ‘ Hydro 11, Athletic 9. The play became very willing, and two Hydro forwards caused the spectators to express their disapprobation of what was considered unduly rough tactics. Great excitement prevailed as L. Park, by smart following up, first smothered M'lntosh, and a minute later, Grainger. Langbein was ruled offside, but Park’s kick went just outside the posts. Every man in the White van strove valiantlv to turn the tide, but the Maroons wore them down, and stormed the line repeatedly. D. Campbell dribbled the ball over the line, but was illegally held by an opponent. From the stand f it looked as if the award of a penalty try would have been justified, but Park missed goaling from the,penalty kick near the side line. With the Whites still penned in their own territory, a spell of tight play followed, neither side winning from a number of set scrums. An infringement gave Park another opportunity to goal, which he accepted amidst tense enthusiasm. Athletic 12, Hydro 11. With about 12 minutes to go, the Hydro forwards strained every muscle to avert defeat, and carried play to the other end. where MTntosh failed to turn a penalty kick to account. Spillane and Linden broke awav in a spectacular rush,-but Wilson secured in face of a resolute charge, and evaded several opponents in a nice run down the touch line. Sim and Carrington broke through the ruck, and Grainger marked to save. The Hydro backs throw the ball about in a determined rush, but Steel intercepted, and found the line at the corner. From the melee on the line D. Campbell secured possession arfd dived over for a great try. Park’s kick fell short, and on the kick off being sent to touch, no side sounded with the final scores: Athletic 15 points. Hydro U points. Mr R. J- Hinkley was the referee.

MAHENO v. OLD BOYS. The game on No. 2 ground between Maheno and Old Boys was willingly fought throughout, and resulted in a win for Maheno by 9 points to nil Old Boys were without the services of Kent and D. Robertson, while Maheno suffered a loss through the absence of Diver. Maheno secured the greater share of the ball frOm the serums, and some nice passing rushes were witnessed, but the Greens were unable to finish the movements on. Play commenced at a brisk pace, the Old Boys’ forwards taking play to the Maheno twenty-five. From a serum Maheno secured, and Bruce found the line with a good kick. Old Boys pressed, however, and the Greens were kept busy in warding off the attack. A penalty was awarded Old Boys, but Gaffaney failed to find the uprights. Good back play by Maheno saw them in the Old Boys’ territory for the first time. From a penaly to Maheno L. Hollow just missed with the kick. Maheno caught the Reds napping, the ball going 'to Yorston, and L. Hollow came around on the outside to take the pass and score a nice try. A. Clark failed with the kick. Maheno pressed, and from a penalty L. Hollow failed with an easy kick. Half-time was sounded with the scores: Maheno 3, Old Boys nil. In the second spell Old Boys made attempts at passing rushes, but the combination was not good. The forwards worked hard, however, and, led by Veitch, pressed Maheno on their line. Shprtly after Gaffaney failed to find the posts from a penalty kick. Maheno rallied, and a strong forward rush took play to midway. From a scramble the ball went to G. Lawrence, who made a fine dash down the line, and sent out to Souness, for the latter to score well out. G. Lawrence failed to' convert. Maheno had the better of the play at this stage, and were unlucky in not scoring on several occasions. Old Boys kept the pace up, : and steadily drove the Greens back. Veitch and Rodgers were prominent in a forward rush, and Maheno were hard pressed in defending their goal line. Several line kicks put the Greens in a safer position. Maheno was awarded a free kick and A. Clark landed a nice goal. Old boys were not undaunted, and the forwards carried play to the other end of the field. Gaffaney went around the scrum in a good effort, and sent out to Milmme, but the latter was" pushed Out near the corner flag. Old Boys made determined efforts to cross, but the defence was sound. A passing rush was started by Maheno, and the final whistle went with play at midfield, the final scores being:— Maheno . 9 points. Old Boys .. . . .. .. Nil. Mr H. Cross was the referee.

( The leading country team, Duntroon, tried conclusions on No. 3 ground with Excelsior, and suffered defeat by 9 points to 3i The town team was right on its mettle, and gave a good exhibition on a par with its best games in the first round, The first score came from a pa’ssing rush, in which A. Fraser outwitted the opposition to score under the posts, which Cunningham converted. Tempero then potted a field goal,. The Duntroon forwards were well matched against the Blue pack, but the backs failed to combine effectively, the country score coming from an unconverted try. Mr Woodward was tinreferee. ' I JUNIORS. School 9, beat Excelsior nil. Maheno 22, beat Old Boys 10. THIRD GRADE. St. Kevin’s 19 beat School 3. Athletic won by default from Excelsior. FOURTH GRADE. V Athletic.A 16 beat School C 3. Athletic B 4 beat Old Boys 3. St. Kevin’s 8 drew' with School D 8. COUNTRY .COMPETITIONS. Awakino 6 beat Omarama 5. Tokarahi 17 beat Otiake 3. Kurow 14 beat Ngapara 3. PERSONAL Queen’s Hotel.—Mr and Mrs E. H. Clark, Mr J. Anderson (Christchurch), Mr G. H. Woods (Omarama), Mr D. Smelley, Mr and Mrs W. P. Howie, Mr J. Duncan, Mr A. Forde, Mr B. G. Drewitt (Dunedin). New Club Hotel. —Mr and Mrs L. Toplies. Dr S. S. Sligo, Dr R. D. T. H. Stewart (Christchurch), Mr W. S. Wilson (Wellington), Mr and Mrs W. L. Wright (Hawarden), Mr W. H. Eldridge (Sydney), Mr T. Thompson (Dunedin), Sir and Mrs T. Jackman (Coventry, England), ; ST. PAUL’S YOUNG PEOPLE’S SOCIETY , Basket ball competitions were the chief item in the games session at the fortnightly meeting- of St. Paul’s Young People’s Society on Saturday night. The senior Y.W.B.C. won the girls’ competition, but the semi-finals of the boys’ competition are still to be played. Dr Fitzgeraldi gave another very enjoyable kinema lecture, this time on Canada. Montreal, the Great Lakes, and Port Arthur (the great wheat pert) were the first places shown, and thence on to Banff and Lake Louisa, in the Canadian Rockies, Dr Fitzgerald’s party went on a fishing trip into the very heart of the Rockies. The final scene was in Jasper National Park, where Rocky Mountain sheep and goats, bison, chipmunks, and other native animals were photographed. Dr Fitzgerald also showed several humorous films., The Rev. Bryan Kilroy called for a hearty vote of thanks to the lecturer, who had given such delightful entertainment and instruction to members. The request was warmly cbmplied with.-