NORTH OTAGO.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21784, 25 October 1932, Page 14

NORTH OTAGO.

(FBora Our Special Correspondent.)

MAJESTIC PICTURES Although Richard Barthelmess's latest screen vehicle, "Alias the Doctor," showing to-night and Wednesday, might suggest intrigue and exposures af the sensational, it is clean entertainment of a mature nature, a store to which the most delicate minds could take no offence. It deals with a boy who becomes a famous surgeon under the name of* his brother, for whose crime he • was robbed of his degree. This makes every operation illegal as far as the medical and criminal world is concerned, but those who see the picture realise that he is well within the unwritten and greater law of humanity. His " crime" is discovered, however, anil leads to some of the most startling and dramatic incidents the screen has recorded in some time. Plans are at the Bristol until 5 o'clock, and at the theatre from 6.30 p.m. HAMPDEN TENNIS CLUB

The opening of the Hampden Tenuis Club took place on Saturday and was largely attended by members and visitors. Mr W. A. Murcott (president), on declaring the courts open, said he was pleased to see such interest again being taken in tennis, and also the good increase in the number of playing members. Rain fell later in the afternoon and play had to be abandoned. In the evening a very 1 successful dance was held, the accompanists being Messrs F. and N. Robertson. Mr W. A. Murcott carried out the duties of M.C.

MOTOR COLLISION A motor collision attended with serious results occurred on the Kurow road yesterday morning between a car driven by W. Scott, engineer at the Pukeuri Freezing Works, and Whittaker's service bus. Mr Scott, it is reported, was driving out of Ferry road with the intention of proceeding to Kurow, when his car was struck broadside on by the service car. Mr Scott received slight to the hip, Mrs Scott serious head injuries, and Mrs W. James, also of Pukeuri, suffered from shock. They received medical attention from Dr Fitzgerald, and were removed to the Oamaru Hospital by the ambulance. The other occupant of the car were unhurt. An inquiry at the hospital last night showed Mrs Scott's condition to be serious, but the other two are progressing favourably. LADIES* GOLF The following is the draw for the Medal Match for A, B, a.id C Grades to be played to-day by the Ladies' Club: — Mrs Grater v. Miss Wylde Brown, Mrs Ireland v. Mrs Kilpatrick, Mrs Orbell v. Miss Familton, Miss Mickie v. Miss Lane, Mrs Brown v. Mrs Young, Mrs Cook v. Miss L. Hewat. Mrs Spooner v. Miss P. Robins, Mrs Finch v. Mrs Irving, Mrs Meek v. Miss M. F. Hewat, Miss Cuthbertson v. Mrs Roll, Miss Nicholls v. Mrs Presland, Miss Stevenson a bye, Miss Bennett v. Miss K. Robbins, Miss Price v. Miss Boyle. Post entries for others. MEN'S GOLF

The North Otago Golf Club hold its annual Labour Day tournament yesterday, whioh proved highly successful. The course was heavy from the rain overnight, but was otherwise in good order. Good entries were received, outside golfers being well represented. The North Otago Championship was won by B. V. Wright (Du'nedin). with cards of 76 and 75, making a total of 151, and was followed hv E. A Scott (Timaru) 80—81—161; S. Cnthbertson 81—86—167; M. S. Holmes, 86—82—168: G. L. Cnthbertson, 86—86 172; J. Kilpatrick. 01—84 —1.75: A. M'Beath. 90—85—175; R. D. Nichols. 86 _89—175: E L. Fitzgerald, 80—80—178; C. Webber, 87—92—170: R. Deacon. 8703—180. The morning Modal Handicap resulted in a tie between S. Cnthbertson fSI —ll —7O) and J. G. Johnston (80—19—70), and was decided by the afternoon's play, which was won by S. Cnthbertson by two strokes. The afternoon Medal Match was wou by M S. Holmes with a card of 82—9— The Teams' Match wan won by the North Otago team, comprising M. S. Holmes. G. L. Cnthbertson, and .1 S. Arscott, with a net aggregate of 77. A. E Scott won the long driving competition with the best drive of 265 yards. The drive to the distance flag, 190 yards, was won by J. G. Johnston, who drove to within two feet of the flag. The presentations were made by Mrs E. A. Scott, who congratulated the will-

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT.

nera on their success. The golfers were the guests of Mr M. S. Holmes. TDr E. L. Fitzgerald, on behalf of the visitors, congratulated the club on the manner in which the tournament had been conducted, commenting on the excellence of the course. Thanks were returned to Mr E. A. Scott and Mr C. G. Holmes for assistance in arranging the tournament. WAIAREKA LODGE N.G. Bro. A. H. Gibson presided at the fortnightly meeting of the Waiarcka Lodge, held in the Enfield Hall, there being a good : -attendance of officers and members. Correspondence was read and received aud one account was passed for payment. Two brothers were reported sick. The committee set up to make arrangements for the Past Grand's night, to be held in conjunction with the annual reunion on November 16, reported that satisfactory progress had been made with the programme. RAINFALL The heavy rain which set in on Saturday night continued over the week-end until yesterday morning, 102 points being registered by Mr W. Forrester in Oamaru up to Sunday morning, and a further 21 points fell up to 9 o'clock yesterday morning, a total of 123 pbints. Mr A. M'lnnes reports that the rainfall in the Otiake district amounted to 122 points. This district was visited with a fall of snow on the high country, being the heaviest this year. Heavier rain was experienced in Hakataramea Valley, the recording showing 175 points. REGIMENTAL BAND The dance held at the Drill Hall under the auspices of the Regimental Band was attended by over 100 couples. The hall was artistically decorated for the occasion, excellent music being supplied by the Ambassadors' Dance Band, and also by the Regimental Band, under the baton of Lieutenant G. M. Whale. The duties of M.C. were carried out by H. Waters, the excellent catering arrangements adding to the pleasure of the evening. FORESTERS' LODGE The fortnightly meeting of Court Prosperity (Ancient Order of Foresters) was held last night, there being a good attendance of members. Three new members were initiated'into the Order. The president (Bro. J. Wray) congratulated the court on the staedy increase in'membership, stating that it was hoped that by the end of the ' year Court Prosperity would have the largest membership of any juvenile lodge in the united Otago. district. . Cups won in the Cross-country Race of three miles were presented as follow: — Bro. L. Todd 1, Bro. L. Doran 2. Fastest time —Bro. W. Budd 1, Bro. J. Brain 2. It was announced that a respect board for the court would soon be available.

PERSONAL Queen's Hotel.—Mr F. E. Sutton (Lyttelton), Mr F. Kidd, Mr D. Spence, Mr and Mrs Kimber (Christchurch), Mr 0. E. Hooper (Rakaia), Mr B. Gnce (Ashburton), Dr and Mrs E. L. Fitzgerald (Palmerston), Mr L. Cheyne, Mr and Mrs W. Pike. Mr J. R. Br ugh, Mr Innes, Miss Cooper. Mr and Mrs Ma6on. Messrs Mason (2), Mr A. Dasler, Mr Williams (Dunedin), Mr and Mrs G. H. Woods (Graarama). ',, ' . New Club Hotel.—Mr and Mrs A. Hollis, Mr H. Frost. Mr G. Ritchie, Mr H. B. Mantan, Mr Watkins, Mr F. Matthews, Mr and Mrs C. S. Donald, Mr Lefogean, Mr A. Anderson (Christchurch). Mrs A. Kelly, Miss A. Kelly, Mr P. Hardie, Mr A. Thompson (Dunedin), Mr and Mrs D. Davis (Invercnrgill), Mr and Mrs* J. A. Watkins (Wellington). .... Mr John Kinder, barrister and solicitor, of Gisborne, 'who died on Wednesday at the age of 55 years, was a member of several local bodies and a brother of Mr W. Kinder, of Oamaru. J MAHENO MINIATURE RIFLE CLUB

On Saturday night the Maheno Miniature Rifle Club held its wind-up social and presentation of trophies. Despite heavy rain, there was a large attendance of members and friends, and a very pleasant evening was spent. Mr A- Lindsay extended a cordial welcome to members and visiting riflemen, and commented on the progress made by the club during the past 12 months. The following toast list was honoured:—' The. King"; "NoTth Otago Miniature Rifle Association" (proposed by Mr A. Lindsay and responded to by Mr M. Sinclair); •' Kindred. Clubs " (Mr T. M'Lay—Messrs S. Wilson, Totara, W. Aitken, Railways, and J. Robertson, Oamaru); " Kindred Sports" (Mr J. Barroh—Messrs L. Clark, W. Yorston, H. Davis);. " The Press," and "The Chairman." A fine programme of musical items was given by Messrs P. Fellows, J. Robertson, M. Sinclair, W. Sinclair, D. Marshall, and M. Doyle, the accompaniments being played by Mr L. Clark. P Reference was made by the president to the departure from the district of Mr W. Aitken, who was one of the keenest riflemen in North Otago. In presenting the trophies Mr Lindsay congratulated Mr Grant on again being champion •of the club. Mr Grant had won outright last year the Champion Cup, but had replaced the trophy this year with a cup for competition on a handicap basis. This cup was won by Mr J. Clark. The shield presented by "Haggis" for competition between the married and single men of the club was won by a team of married men. On behalf of the donor Mr W. Aitken presented the shield to Mr W. Yorston, the captain of the winning team. An enjoyable evening concluded with the singing of " Auld Lang Syne" and the National Anthem.