PROVINCIAL NEWS.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21723, 15 August 1932, Page 10

PROVINCIAL NEWS.

NORTH OTAGO.

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT.

(From Qua Speciat. Correspondent,)

RUGBY FOOTBALL NORTH OTAGO TOURISTS ' MARLBOROUGH DEFEATED. (Special to Daily Times.) BLENHEIM, August 13. North Otago defeated Marlborough by 16, points to 14' after a fast game on a good ground. The game was played in bright sunshine, and there was a fair attendance. The referee, Mr Walker, gave .every satisfaction. The following were the teams:— North Otago.—Cooper, Davie, Granger, Davey, Tempero, Lilbu'rne, Stichman, Park, Newlands, Carrodus, Borland, Clark, Sampson, Carrington, and Holland. Marlborough.—Parrant, Linton, Diack, Hippolite,. Patchett, Macdonald, Hellish, Tapley, Baker. Stace, Fairweather, Wells, Dobson, Steel, and Lovell. ! Marlborough kicked off with the sun in its favour. A passing rush haw Hippolite score a good try five minutes after the start of the game, the goal, kick going wide. Play changed from end to end, the visitors having to force down. In the forward play Newlands and Clark were always prominent. From a. scrum five yards from, the Tine the visitors dribbled through, but failed to score.. North Otago was awarded a free kick for offside play, Harle’a kick going wide. The, Maroons (Marlborough) were throwing the ball about, and were being assisted by faulty handling by Lilburne, scarcely a pass being taken cleanly. With North Otago out of position, Fairweather raced through to score under the posts, the goal kick being successful. Marlborough 8, North Otago nil. Short punts were finding gaps among the visitors, and the Maroon backs were giving trouble, North Otago being again forced. A short passing rush ended in Carrodus forcing his way over, but Harle missed with an easy kick. Marlborough 8, North Otago 3. Newlands made a great run, and might have scored on his own, but his pass went astray. Half time was called with the score unaltered.

Following the kick off, Lilbu'rne dropped a pass, and the speedy Maroon backs, taking advantage of the situation, set up a dangerous attack. Clark made a nice run, then with in and out passing Park grounded the ball between the posts, but the kick failed, the ball touching an opposing player. Marlborough 8, North Otago 6. Harl e kicked past the full-hack at the twenty-five and then dribbled over, Granger converting. North 11, Marlborough 8. Davey cut off a lobbed pass to score, Granger having no difficulty in finding the uprights. North Otagp 16, Marlborough 8. , ....... Lilburne was still the weak link in the backs, but Newlands was playing an outstanding game among the forwards. The Maroons were awarded a penalty in front of the posts, and the kick was successful. North Otago 16, Marlborough 11. . Newlands and Holland were prominent in a dribbling rush, and a series of scrums on the line followed a hard kick by Harle, compelling the Maroons to force., Clark was repeatedly coming through the scrums with the ball at his toe. Just on time the ball was kicked to Cooper, who appeared' to have plenty of time to force, hiit he missed the ball, and the Maroons, following up fast, touched down well out. The kick at goal failed. . , The game was played in an excellent spirit. The North Otago forwards gave an excellent display, and the Marlborough backs showed to advantage. The final scores were: North Otago .. 16 points. Marlborough .... 1* points. LOCAL MATCHES In Saturday’s fixtures Waimate defeated Waitaki, and Athletic won the Mollison Cup from Maheno by a margin of one point. The only lower grade match which had any hearing on the competition was in the Fifth Grade, in which School E defeated St. Kevin’s, thus winning the Oamaru Jockey Club’s Cup. WAIMATE v. WAITAKI. The Waimate representatives proved too good,for the Waitaki representatives at Duntroon on Saturday, running out the winners by 25 points to 11. Waimate started off against a strong sun, but five minutes from the commencement the flags were hoisted'from a penalty kick at goal. O’Neill equalised with a try for Waitaki, which was unconverted, but Waimate again took the lead, with another penalty goal and a field goal, making the score 16—3 at half time. Esplin then scored for Waitaki, but the kick failed, and Waimate rattled on three. converted tries in succession, to which Waitaki replied with a try by M'Kenzie, which Murray converted, making the final score 25—11. Mr T. Direen was the referee, and the visitors were hospitably entertained before returning to Waimate. Y MOLLISON CUP. Maheno defended the eastern end against a bright sun, but soon set out on attack, a couple of penalties letting them in to the corner. Turvey cleared his line well, and fumbling by Lindsay enabled A, Sim to carry play to the other end. Bruce kicked through," and Rutherford broke down the sideline and centred, but a knock on spoiled a promising movement. The Maheno backs swung into action, Bruce being thrown into touch inches short of the line. The Greens kept up the pressure. Turvey sent the ball out, but Bruce intercepted and sent Diver away, his pass infield being accepted by A. Newlands, who dived over for a try. Johnston missed with the kick. Maheno 3, Athletic nil. The Athletic forwards, led by A. Sim, launched several vigorous attacks, and from a passing rush Ashton crossed to equalise. Shadwell made a good attempt to goal ’fi’cm the sideline. Maheno 3, Athletic 3. The Athletic packmen continued to have the better of the exchanges, and from a resolute charge to the line Blackledge secured and dived over in a handy position. Sim missed an easy kick. Athletic 6, Maheno 3. Thi Maroons continued in winning vein and kept Maheno penned on the defence. Turvey sent out a long pass, which Lawrence intercepted, but Wilson sent them back to the Maheno quarter. A nice passing movement by the Athletic backs saw Ashton beat his man, and Stichman carried on to the corner before being pulled down by Lindsay. From the throw-in Brown secured and touched down, but Shadwell failed to add the extra points, and half time came with the scores:—Athletic 9, Maheno 3.

Shortly after resuming, Sinclair led a Maheno charge tp the Maroon quarter, where the Green backs swung into action, and a try appeared certain until Bruce knocked on. Johnston’s kick at goal from a penalty fell just under the bar, and following up fast, J. Sim beat the defenders to the touchdown for Johnston to Convert. Athletic 9, Maheno 8. Maheno continued on the aggressive, and supporters were given good cause for thinking, that they would pull the game out of the fire, but Johnston misswj placing a goal from a penalty, and play swung back to the other end, Athletic gaining a definite ascendency in the forward play. Shadwell missed the posts from a penalty, and the Maroons tested the defence severely for a long spell, but determined tackling kept the margin at one point. Maheno made a brief incursion into the Maroon quarter, where Shadwell staved off an attack by marking. Diver broke away in a determined run down the side

line, but Wilson tackled his man resolutely, and no-side sounded without alteration to the scores. Athletic gaining the Mollison Cup by a well-merited victory. Mr M. F. Woodward was the referee. JUNIORS. School 31 beat Excelsior 3. Athletic 24 beat Old Boys 11. THIRD GRADE. beat Excelsior by default. St. Kevin’s 3 drew with School 3. FIFTH GRADE, School E 11 beat St. Kevin’s nil. School F won by default from Athletic. JUNIOR REPRESENTATIVE TEAM. The following team has been chosen by the selector (Mr D, Burns) to represent the North Otago juniors against Palmers- , ton juniors, at Oamaru, on Saturday:— Full-back, Easton; three-quarters—Milner, Dick, Hunter; five-eighths, Collins, M'Laren; half-back, Park; forwards — Holt, Blackledge, Sinclair, Ludemau, Hedges, Palmer, MTvor (captain), Burns; emergencies—Campbell, Kirkland, Heron, Dennison. MAJESTIC PICTURES The Majestic Theatre was crowded on Saturday night for the screening of “Hell Divers,” which features Wallace Beery and Clarke Gable. In this sensational picture numerous naval manoeuvres are witnessed'. The combat planes hurl themselves downward two miles in less than half a minute at' ! their targets. There is also the love of the veteran played by Beery, and the Panama dive-keeper; played by Marjorie Rambeau. There is the sacrifice and the struggle between the |deal of the old and the new navy—in itself a mighty element of drama. Mauy famous navy aviators appear in addition to a huge and powerful cast. Beery, Gable, and Conrad Nagel play the principal male roles. splendidly. Miss Rambeau, Dorothy Jordan, and Marie Provost score in the chief feminine parts. ■ \ MAHENO NOTES At the close of the weekly practice of The Maheno Ladies’ Hockey Club an adjournment was made to the Sunday School Hall for the purpose of bidding farewell to one of the members. Miss L. Beeby. Miss Beeby has for some time past been assistant teacher at the Kakanui School, and during that period has been a keen member of the club. In the name of the club Mr French presented to Miss Beeby two handsome pieces of amphora ware, and,, in doing so, stated that Miss' Beeby had been a very useful member, and in addition to being herself an excellent player, had been responsible for bringing quite a number of new players to the, club. The members wished her every happiness and prosperity, and hoped that the little token presented would help to remind her of the pleasant hours spent together. Miss Beeby suitably responded. Afternoon tea was served. The promoters of the Orange Ball, held in the Maheno Hall on Thursday, are to be congratulated on the success of the evening. Apparently, arrangements had been carried out in a very efficient manner. and the lodge members may feel, amply rewarded for their labours in the splendid turn out, for the hall was comfortably filled, and throughout the proceedings the utmost of good will was manifest, and all appeared thoroughly to enjoy themselves. The music, which was excellent, was provided by Mrs Sherwin’s Orchestra, while the duties of M.C. were carried out by Messrs T. J. and D. Livingstone. An excellent supper was provided. RELIEF DEPOT The Women’s Relief Committee advises that on stand down week no clothing will be distributed, and no children will be admitted to the depot. On other days children will only be allowed at the depot when it is necessary for them to fit on shoes or clothing. Owing to the large number of people attending, adults are asked to bring two lists, one for the necessary groceries and the other for cloth: ing required.' On the stand down week unemployed men are requested .to attend! and carry their parcels home, instead of allowing their wives, as, unfortunately! some of them have been in the habit oh doing. The management of the Majestic; Theatre has kindly offered to give an entertainment in aid of relief on August 23, admission to be by' a parcel qf; groceries or dried fruits. MEN’S GOLF | The following are those who have qualified for match play (16 to qualify) in theNorth Otago Men’s Gold Club’s cham: pionships, the second roun having been played on Saturday:— A Grade. —G. Cuthbertson, 81—85 —166; M'Kenzie, 88 —83—171; Kilpatrick; 83—89—172; S. Cuthbertson, 86—85 171; M'Ewan, 92—85—177; Muligan, 93 88—181; Roll, 92—89—181; Rivers, 93 90—189.; Domigan, 03—91—184; Milnes, 98 —87—185 Hargreaves, 92—94—186; K. Familton, 92—95—187; R. M'Donald, 99 —89—188; Fowler, 93 —96—189; Hewat, 94 95—189. * B Grade. —Watson, , 98—101—199; Catto, 102—107—209; Smith, 106—107213; Findlay, 107—106—213; Widdowson, 111—103—214; Ralph Hedges, 111—106— 217; T, Hedges, 105—113—218; T. Banks, 111—108—218; Maude, 110—110—220; Cook, 121—104—225; M'Laren, 112—116 —228; Main, 110—124—234; Grater, 125—120—245; M'Culloch, —105; Stark, C Grade.—Skirving, 105—103—208; Gilchrist, 111—108—219; Farrell, 115—114-f----229; Steven, 125—110—229; Patterson, 115—118—233; Stewart, 126—110—236; Treseder, 121—116—237; H. L. Familton, 122—122—244; Macdonald, 116; Bews, 128; W. K. Tomlinson, —; H. B. Burton, —. High School Championship (first and second qualifying rounds). —Oram, 98— 92—190; Hughes, 108—105—213; Wilson, 110— Paape, 115—105—220; Sinclair, 114—108—222; Blundell, 121— 111— Guild, 120—117—237; Martin: dale, 122 —122—244. A challenge cup hag been presented for the winner in match play, supplemented by a cup presented by Mr M. S. Holmes, to be won outright. OAMARU SAVAGE CLUB There was again a large attendance at the Oamaru Savage Club’s korero in St. Luke’s Hall on Saturday night,_ several visitors being present, including Dr Richards (Bishop of Dunedin). Brave R, D. Newson was installed as chief for the evening by Great Chief Grater, and a happy time was spent in goodfellowship and entertainment. The Savage Orchestra, under Savage H. Pheloung, flayed the marches “American Belle,” “Middy,” and “New Colonial,” and the fantasia “ From a Russian Village.” Savage L. Barsdell contributed the violin solos “ Salut d’Amour ” and “ Melody . in F,” and Savage R. J. Meldrum also delighted the audience with the violin solos “ Hungarian Dance” and “Gavotte.” fine number was given by the Savage Choir, under the baton of Savage F. C. Burry, in which the tenors sang “ When _ Other Lips ” and the basses “ Rocked in the Cradle of the Deep,” the finale resolving itself into a vocal combat between the two sections, which was carried out with unusual and telling effect. The accompaniment was played by Savage J. Armstrong. Songs were given by Mr Tweed and Savage T, J. Banks, the obbligato in the latter case being played by Savage Barsdell. The main item on the programme was a kinema address given by Dr Fitzgerald, who screened some excellent films taken by himself during his world tour, giving added interest by his description of the various places visited. He commenced at the Grand Canyon, which was described in all its beauty of colouring, with its walls of weatherworn rock and the mighty Colorado River beneath. The motor roads traversing the edge of the canyon and the mule tracks down to the river gave scope for a faithful presentation of the many scenic wonders, to he seen, not overlooking the Indians, who cater with dances and curios

for tourists. ~The trip took the audience to Rochester in Minnesota and along to Chicago, with its beautiful Michigan avenue facing Labe Michigan, and its skyscrapers of inspiring architecture. Mount Vernon, the home of Washington, with its fine, example of colonial home and magnificent grounds, was visited, showing a glimpse of the Potomac River, and Arlington, General Lee’s old home, which was another fine specimen of colonial architecture. In turn the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, the Capitol and White House (Washington), Hudson River, and West Point, Boston and Salem, and New York were touched on, giving an excellent outline of the many historic and beautiful places of. interest to tourists. The Yosemite Valley and the wonders of California were shown, and thence the trip covered Jasper Park (Alberta), Prince Rupert, and the Rockies, to Vancouver, touching on the homeward journey at Honolulu and Suva. Dr Fitzgerald invested his address with a special interest to his audience, and he was accorded a Savage “ Ake ” in appreciation of his pictures and talk. Arrangements in connection with the raid on the Waimate Hapu on Tuesday were taken in hand, nearly 60 members, with the orchestra, signifying their intention of making the trip. MEN’S HOCKEY By defeating Colts at King George’s Park on Saturday by 5 goals to 2, Oamarn thus wins the Markham Cup for the 1932 season. The selector (Mr H. W. Thomas) has chosen the following to represent- North Otago against Canterbury, at Christchurch, on Saturday next: —Goal, L. Blair; full-backs —B. Tonkin, W. Johnstone; halves—D. M'Gill ivray, B. Here (captain), L. Hedges; forwards—E. Brown, L. Howie, B. Blair, D Taylor, and D. Beswick; emergencies—L. Senior, S. Robbie, and T. Markham. The players are requested to attend practices at Takaro Park on Monday and Wednesday, and at the Drill Hall on Thursday, ? LADIES’ HOCKEY Juniors. Pirata B 6 beat Arawa B 2. Athletic B 7 beat Pirata C nil. Athletic C won by default from Maheno B. SCOTTISH SOCIETY DANCE A further delightful dance was con ducted by the North Otago Scottish Society on Saturday night. The hall was filled to capacity, and a varied programme of dances had been arranged. Mrs Shcrwin’s Orchestra supplied excellent music, while Messrs G, C. Craig and R. Lambie carried out the duties of M.C. BOYS AND GIRLS’ AGRICULTURAL CLUBS The presentation of prizes to the successful North Otago competitors in the competitions conducted by the Otago Boys' and Girls’ Agricultural Clubs’ Association was held in the County Council Chamber on Saturday morning. The director of the. North Otago Sub-association (Mr W. Forrester) presided. There was a good atendance of hoys from the various schools, officials of the association, the secretary of the Provincial Association (Mr J. E; Davies), president of the Otago Association (Mr C. R. Smith), teachers and instructors. Mr Forrester extended a hearty welcome to those present, and said that the large attendance was evidence that a good deal of interest was being taken in the project. The movement had made great strides for its first year in operation, and he hoped that it would continue to grow. The object in forming an Agricultural Clubs’ Association was to educate boys and girls in. agricultural and pastoral pursuits, with the idea of making them good farmers. Out of the 100 prizes secured, North Otago had won about 25 or 26, which was very gratifying, especially as the season had not been- a very favourable one at the begininng of the competitions. When the inspection was made in February various plots were backward,, and it was noticeable that where water was available plots looked .well. Since the inspection, however, there had been a good rainfall, and the plots had produced good results. The prizes were then presented to the successful North Otago competitors by the following;—-Mr C. R. Smith, Otago Expansion League’s gold medal; Mr W. Forrester, calf-rearing prizes; Mr B. Blackmore, crop-growing prizes; MrJ.M. Wilson (chairman of the Chamber of Commerce), special prizes; Mr A. W. Woodward, special prizes; Mr E. S._ Brewster, certificates won at the Dunedin Winter Show.

The prize-list is as follows: — Otago Expansion League’s gold medal, championship chou-moellier competition (Otago district). —John Borrie (Papakaio). - Calf-breeding.—Large breeds: Keith Hitchcock (Palmerston) 1, Max Dick (Weston) 2, Bruce Dick (Weston) 3. Small breeds: Jessie Wilkinson (Enfield) 1,-Donald Smith (Totara) 2, Douglas Ewing (Totara) 3. Crop and Tuber Growing.—Potatoes: D. Robb (Totara) 1, L. Rapson (Windsor) 1 2, R. Godsall (Papakaio) 3. Choumoellier: John Borrie 1, D. Wilson (Enfield) 2. Carrots: N. Lory (Awamoko) 1, J. Gibson (Papakaio) 2, J. Buzan (Enfield) 3. Mangels; Keith Falloon (Weston) 1, Clifford Martin (Enfield) 2, C. Hurst (Papakaio) 3. . . Special Prizes.—Most points for field work throughout Otago: Potatoes, L. Rapson; chou-moellier, John Borrie; carrots, J. Gibson and J. Buzan (equal); mangels, Keith Falloon; mangels (best record keeping), Clifford Martin; highest yield of mangels, Keith Falloon; highest yield of potatoes, L. Rapsou; best-kept records of crop growing in Otago competition, N. Lory; highest yield of carrots, N. Lory. In his remarks, Mr Smith said he was representing in a dual capacity the movement in Otago and also the Otago Expansion League. The boys taking part in the competitions gained much information, acquired as the result of instructions from the supervisors and teachers, and were receiving some of the principles of the oldest trade in the world (farming). In the past, farmers had not the opportunity of learning the why and wherefore of things, but nowadays agriculture was making great strides. The., movement tried to put forward to farmers principles to work on in research work into the growing of plants and care of animals. Leaders were greatly needed, and if only a few boys took the lead and passed on information to others a good deal be achieved. The Governor-General had pointed out that New Zealand was purely and simply an agricultural country. The speaker wished that the large cities would realise that, and that from the primary products everything was paid for. He then referred to the great output from Denmark, Argentina, and Russia, and the competition that existed there, and if New Zealand wished to compete with these countries she would have to get down to the question of understanding Nature. Many people did not realise where a plant got most of its food, and boys and girls were learning that, a plant obtains 95 per cent, of its food from the air and o per cent, from the ground. He stressed the importance of not grazing pastures too low', and also not allowing them to go to seed. IE the boys and girls received proper instructions in agricultural pursuits New Zealand could then compete with other countries. Mr bimth concluded by urging the hoys and girls to go, forward with the -work and impart their knowledge to the boys and girls or the future. Mr J. M. Wilson drew the hoys attention to the good work the Agricultural Department was doing in encouraging them along proper lines. He stressed the importance for intensive cultivation. Mr A. W. stated the boys and girls’ agricultural clubs would achieve great things. He referred to the- gobd work done by the agricultural expert (Mr T. Selwood) in endeavouring to instruct the boys, and complimented Mr Davies on his organising work. . In referring to the calf-rearing competition. Mr E. S. Brewster pointed out that the hoys should pay attention not only to breeding but also to feeding. Mr Davies said that adults would be advised to trv and get in touch with the literature of the boys’ anil girls’ agricultural clubs to find out all the aims and

objects of the movement. The speaker stressed the good returns obtained from the project, stating that an average yield of 18 tons per acne, had been obtained, as compared with six or seven tons per acre in other‘parts of New Zealand. The net value of potatoes grown by the children was £2OO, and this showed what could be obtained by proper treatment! Mr Davies stressed the fact that proper records should be kept, and if the boys started now in this direction it would help them greatly in the future. Mr B. Blackmore, instructor of agncurture at the Waitald Boys’ High School, told of the movement in America. He was glad that the matter of keeping proper records had been stressed, as this was a most important factor in America. Many of the projects in this country were carried on on a paying basis, and it had impressed him what wonderful opportunities the children of America had. Mr Taylor gave da word of encouragement to the boys, and expressed approval of the proposal for next year in having separate classes for calves of different breeds. Mr W. Forrester thanked Mr Davies and also Mr Selwood for the interest they had taken in the competition. The association was indebted to Mr Taylor for acting as judge in the calf-rearing competition, and also to the instructors and teachers. COURSING Ideal conditions prevailed at the Oamaru racecourse on Saturday when two stakes were decided. The local club has been very fortunate in regard to weather conditions, and as it has a large number of strongly-trained hares at present, excellent coursing was witnessed. The hares, with two exceptions, escaped to covert. The meeting was well attended, and the courses were nearly all run off in a prompt manner. Mr J. Tisdall,_ as usual, gave his decisions without hesitation and had little difficulty in determining the winner on each course. Messrs Wilson and M'Leod gave every satisfaction in slipping the dogs. The Maiden Stake if 16 entries) was won by Mrs Eastons Laughing Prince, the runner-up being Mr M'Grath’s Blue Limes, a recent importation from the North Island. The Open Stake (seven entries) was won by Mr J. Robertson’s Trampfast, with Mr J. Webb’s Wild Lupin as runner-up. The following are the detailed results of the meeting:— * MAIDEN STAKE. First Round.—Blue Limes 5 beat Shine Soon 2, Bottle Chimes 0 lost to Miss Limes 11, Grand Prince 1 lost to Mountain Rye 5, Picardy Boy 5 beat Rose Alto 2, Andy’s Queen 5 beat Rosaleen 2, Joybells 5 beat Mountain Rose 0, Trampcrisp 2 lost to Laughing Prince 4, Wartrail 3 lost to Quick Step 5. , Second Round.—Blue Limes 3 beat Miss Limes 0, Mountain Rye 2 lost to Picardy Boy 5, Andy’s Queen 5 beat Joy Bells 4, Laughing Prince 3 beat Quick Step 1. Semi-final. Blue Limes 9 beat Picardy Boy. 4, Andy’s Queen 1 lost to Laughing Prince 5. Final. Blue Limes 2 lost to Laughing Prince 5. OPEN STAKE. First Round.—Trampfast 4 beat Flash 3, Fighting Mac 3 lost to Gallant Electric 7. Taieri Lad 2 lost to Wild Lupin 6, Gay Crest a bye. , Semi-final. Trampfast 7 beat Gallant Electric 5, Wild Lupin 4 beat. Gay Crest 0. . Pinal. Trampfast 5 beat Wild Lupin 4.

DEATH

PEACE. —ton'August 14, 1932, at his resi4«Act, 53. 'Wansbeck street, Oamaru, 2/706 Private Mark-Peace, late N.Z.8.F., beloved husband of May Peace. Private Interment. Stringer and Middlemans, undertakers, Oamaru. . , ■