NORTH OTAGO.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21980, 15 June 1933, Page 11

NORTH OTAGO.

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT.,

(Fbou Od* Special Correspondent.)

MAJESTIC PICTURES British film studios would seem to be Hulbert’s new happy hunting gropnd. for their new film, “Jack’s the Boy, showing to-night and Friday, with matinee on Friday, goes one better than “ Sunshine Susie,” and shows that when Jack Hulbert gets into his stride he takes the British film public with him. Everyone who saw “ Sunshine Susie ” will admit that Hulbert as a comedian gave a 100 per cent, performance. Once again he dances (and what dances) and sings. Amongst the supports is a full reel, New Zealand scenic, titled “ Summit Seekers. Plans are at the Bristol, the booking so far being very good. OVERSEAS SHIPPING The overseas vessel, Coptic, berthed at Oaraaru about 10 o’clock yesterday morning, and soon after her arrival loading was commenced. The shipment from this port consists of 10,600 freight carcasses, 450 bales of wool, 240 casks of tallow, seven casks of casings, and 220 sacks of peas. The Coptic is expected to leave for Tiraaru to-night. PERSONAL The death has occurred at Christchurch of Mrs T. Jacobs, mother of Mr T. W. Jacobs, of Oamaru, The deceased lady was born in Adelaide, and had been a resident of Christchurch for 54 years. Dr and Mrs Lennox arrived in Oamaru by the Coptic yesterday morning. Dr Lennox Douglas is the son of Dr and Mrs A. Douglas, of Oamaru. Queen’s Hotel.—Mr A. C. Henderson, Mr G. L. Almond (Timaru), Mr A. D. Haig, Mr E. Smith. Mr S., E. Griffiths, Mr J. G. Somerville, Mr A. J. Haub, Mr H. E. Simmons, Mr B, Robinson (Dunedin), Mr D. Reid (Oamaru), Mr J. M'Gregor (Mosgiel). New Club Hotel.—Mr H. Nunnerley, Mr J. H. Griffiths (Christchurch), Mr W. Patrick (Dunedin), Mr R. K. Riddell (M.V. Coptic), Mr W. G. Dqnnett (Wellington). PAINFUL INJURIES At about 9 o’clock on Tuesday night Mr W. Buick, of Deborah, who was walking home accompanied by Mr J. O’Donnell, was struck by a car driven by Dr Liddell, near the Junction Hotel. _ Mr Buick received a broken arm and injuries to his head, and was removed to the Oamaru Public Hospital. MEN’S HOCKEY The following is the draw and referees for Saturday’s game:—Totara v. Oamaru, at King George’s Park, at 2.45 p.m. (Messrs T. Jacobs and C. Rawstorn). ' The Totara ‘‘team is as follows:—J. Clark, Scally (3), J. Wilson, jun., Taylor (2), A. Richardson, R.' Rawson, L. Clark, W. Stringer, Burgess (2), K. Morgan.

ladies* Hockey The following is the draw and referees allotted for Saturday’s matches: — Seniors. —Pi rata A v. Herbert, at Herbert, at 2.45 p.m. (Messrs N. Pinder and A. Barsdell): -Arawa A, a bye. Juniors. —Arawa B v. Athletic A, at King George’s Park, at 2 p.m. (Mr H. W. Thomas); Athletic Bv. Pirata C. at King George’s Park, at 2 p.m. (Messrs R. Arnott and B. Blair); Pirata B v. Maheno, at Maheno, at 2.30 p.m. (Messrs D. Lawrie.aud E. Richardson). MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING The following are the highest scores of the weekly shoot of the Glenavy Club: — J. Brown, W. M'Culloch 78, J. Hollamby, G. Wilson, D. M'Lean, W. Devlin, R. Hollamby 77, W. Berry, M. Whittaker, D. M'Culloch, N. Gibson, C. Dugdale, J. Purdie 76, J. Milmine, B. Duff, S. Maiharoa, D. M'Naughton, N. Fleming, William Devlin, D. Brown, G. Hamilton 75, G. Todd, G. Searle, E. Wilson, A. Chalmers, J. M'Culloch, C. Bishop 74, E. Grimson, H. Fleming, A. M'Culloch 73. . The highest scores at the weekly shoot of the Oamaru Volunteer Club are as follows: —J. Carlsop 76, T. Koppert, G. M'Lardy, R. Crawshaw 75, P. Smith, R. Dick 74, R. Hedges 72, A. Smith 71, Sergeant-major Cockerill 70. The silver button for the highest score was won by J. Carlson, and the handicap silver button was won by P. Smith. The following were the highest scores off the rifle at the weekly shoot of the Weston Club: —L. Park 78, A. Howell, J. Howell, I. Campbell, D. Park 77, L. Clark, G. Campbell, W. Paton, H. Stevenson, ,B. Campbell 76, W. West 75, A. M'Naughton, J. Laney 74, W. Sewell 73, W. Cottingbam, L. Wilson, W. Laney 72. L. Park won the rifle button and L. Clark the handicap button.

POST AND TELEGRAPH SOCIAL A very enjoyable dance was held in the Bungalow under the auspices of the Post and Telegraph Social Club. About 50 couples were present, and old and new dances were indulged in. Several novelty dances were held during the .evening, the Monte Carlo being won by Miss R. O Sullivan and Mr W. de Joux, the lucky spot waltz by Miss J. Battersby and Mr Murray, and the lucky spot one step by Miss Batchelor and Mr Rodgers. A feature of the evening was the instrumental items delightfully played by Messrs Love and Morris, two members of Mr Pitama’s Maori Mission. The music was suppjied by Mr Rae’s orchestra, and Mr R. King ably carried out the duties of M.C. Extras were played by Mrs Harwood and Mr D. Morris. NORTH OTAGO PIPE BAND At the monthly meeting of the North Otago Highland Pipe Band Pipe-major J. Gibson presided over a_ good attendance of members. A contribution, of 10s was received with thanks from the Totara School Jubilee Committee for the use of the forms and trestles belonging to the band. A contribution of £1 Is, from Mr J. J- Malmanche, of Kurow, was also gratefully accepted. Motions of condolence were passed with Mr and Mrs M. J. Hanley in the death of their daughter, Mr M. J- Hanley in the death of bis brother at Blenheim, and the relatives of the late Mr Frederick Whittaker, an honorary member, in their bereavement. The secretary (Mr W. Couper) reported on a very successful function held at Glenavy in honour of Sergeant N. Gibson and Mrs Gibson, whose marriage had recently taken place. The secretary was instructed to write to a member of the band requesting him to return all property in his possession belonging to the Pipe Band. Accounts amounting to £7 0s lOd were passed for payment. WOMEN’S RELIEF COMMITTEE The Women’s Relief Committee acknowledges with thanks the following contributions to the depot:—Miss Banks (monthly donation), £2; Mrs Williamson (Hull street), two bags coal: Mrs A. Robertson (Lynn street), three pairs -shoos; Miss Willett (Test street), one costume, singlet, and parcel; Mrs Walton, cheese; Mrs Robertson, jam; Mrs Mackellar, jam; Miss I. , Innes (Incholme), clothing and bat; Mrs Robertson (Stour street), two pairs shoes; Mrs John MncPherson, three parcels clothing; Mrs Earl, parcel; Mrs M. S. Holmes, clothing: Mrs D. Farrant, apples;

Mr Keith, vegetables and plants; Mr H. Steele (Till street), for repairng window at depot; per Mr A. Mackay, froceries; Messrs Middteditch, Cleverley. Irowne, and Burlington Tea Rooms, bread and buns; Messrs Dalgety and Co., tor selling pony free of commission. The committee has decided to make a small charge on all new goods supplied, and would be pleased to receive gifts of infante’ clothing and shawls. HIGH SCHOOLS’ BOARD The chairman (Dr A. Douglas) presided at the monthly meeting of the Waitaki High Schools Board of Governors, and extended a welcome to the Mayor (Mr M. F. E. Cooney) as a member ot thb board. The following appointments were confirmed: —Mr M. K. M’Culloch, acting rector; Messrs R. T. Cole and J. K. Sheen, relieving teachers;; and Miss A. Naumann, assistant mistress at the Girls’ High School. Dr Douglas and Mr W. Kinder were appointed to represent the board on the Oamaru Dental Clinic Committee. The acting rector of the Boys’ High School (Mr M. K. M'Culloch) reported that the second term had opened with a roll of 135 in the junior high school and 277 in the senior school. In spite of the inclement weather, the attendance had been very good, and, with better weather conditions, should be well maintained. On Wednesday, May 31, the school had the privilege of listening to an address on the Maori and his customs by Mr Te Ari Pi tarn a, and the assistance of the Maori party in teaching the boys the school baka was greatly appreciated. The school was also honoured by a visit from Mr J. G. Cobbe (Minister of Defence), who was accompanied by Majorgeneral Sinclair-Burgess. The Cadet Corps was under the command of Major M. F. Woodward for the day, and alter being inspected by the Minister and the commandant, carried out a very creditable march past. Owing to the saturated condition of the ground it was considered inadvisable to put the corps through its military exercises, and after congratulating the school on its smart, turn-out. Major-general asked the Minister to present the Islington Cup won by the school for the cadet year 1932-33. In a splendid speech, Mr Cobbe complimented the school on its beautiful surroundings, and referred to the record of the old boys. He expressed the hope that the present and future boys would maintain the high traditions of the past. The Minister and party were entertained at morning tea, and in company with the chairman of the board (Dr A. Douglas) and Mr J. A. Macpherson, M.P., were shown over the school. Mr Cobbe was delighted and surprised at the_magnificent equipment and facilities of the school. ST. JOHN AMBULANCE The first-aid classes under the lectureship of Dr Orbell were commenced in the Ambulance Hall on Tuesday , night, there being a good attendance of members. Ihe first lecture was on the principles of firstaid* • ■ ST. LUKE’S VESTRY At a meeting of the St. Luke’s Vestry subsequent to the annual meeting ot parishioners; Mr A. H. Markham was appointed secretary, and Mr li. E. Williamson treasurer. _ , MAGISTRATE’S COURT Only one civil case was dealt with at the weekly sitting of the Oamaru Magistrate’s Court yesterday morning before Mr H. W: Bundle, S.M., judgment by default being given for the North Otago Farmers’ Co-operative Association, Ltd., against A, W. Douglass for £3 4s 2d, costs £1 7s 6d. WARDEN’S COURT A sitting of the Warden’s Court was held yesterday morning before Mr 11. W. Bundle. S.M. The Maerewhenua Goldfields Development Company, Ltd., applied for a special claim of 300 acres at Pringle’s and Sam’s Gullies, Maerewheuua. Mr C. Zimmerman appeared for the applicant company, and stated that the application would have to be amended as the survey showed that the area pegged out, which was worked ground, was over 600 acres. The warden, however, had power to grant up to 1200 acres. The application was adjourned for a week to enable the checking of the description of the area to be made. The application of Mining House, Ltd., for a special claim of 18 acres. Maerewhenua, was withdrawn, being replaced by an application for a prospecting license, which will be heard at a later sitting of the court. The application of E. H. Stevens and F. P. Dawson for an" extended claim of li acres, Awakino River, was adjourned to June 21.

RUGBY NOTES

. Interest in the Oval game was clearly . shown by the increased gate at the Show 3 Grounds on Saturday, and patrons could . have not been disappointed at the cxcel- , lent Rugby played by Athletic and Old j Boys. It was easily the best game seen , on the oval this season, play at times y reaching the heights of brilliance and . I being full of incident from the kick-off to > I no-sidc. The Athletic forwards gained the greater share of the ball for their 1 backs, and if the hooking went against [ them broke up smartly and gave the opi posing backs little room to work in. In the loose work both sets of forwards j worked with a will in dashing charges, . and clapping on the pace right from the 1 start, kept the spectators on the toes of j expectancy, as from the lightning changes I from defence to attack it appeared as if . anything was likely to happen. Old Boys i opened their account with a try from . bright play by Frame. Murray, and Lude- > mann, and shortly after foolish speculation by a defending back enabled Cameron to increase the total, and it looked as if the unbeaten Athletic side wore about to meet its Waterloo. However, Taylor failed to clear in face of an Athletic charge, and thereafter the ■ board favoured first the one side and then ■ the other, until the second spell was well ’ advanced, when Mason capped his brilliI ant play earlier in the match to score his ■ second try and present Steele with a try, ; while he was decidedly unlucky in not , having a field goal to his credit, the ball ; striking the cross-bar. Athletic thus ■ secured its fifth consecutive victory, and , tliongh it is possible for Excelsior to i draw level before the end of the third ; ' round, it appears very likely that the j name of Athletic will be inscribed on the . Citizens’ Shield this season. Holland ; was again an outstanding forward in the ■ Athletic van, using his height to great advantage in the line outs, and relishing the bustling game where it waged hottest. , Sim and Park were, as usual, prominent, and Brown gave a good account of him-

self. In the Old Boys’ pack, Ludemann justly earned credit as one of the best forwards on the ground, and his efforts were very well supported by Hedges, Clark, and Poole. The Athletic backs showed better combination and understanding than has been the case with this team for some years past, and much of the credit must be given to the fiveeighths, Dwyer and Mason, who certainly made much qf the play for the Athletic backs. Turvey played his usual useful game behind the pack, and though his passes went out somewhat slowly and sometimes lacking direction, Dwyer was never at a loss, and made a very effective link with Mason. Dwyer used the short punt cleverly, and was very sound on defence, gamely stemming charges by the Black forwards. Mason gave an outstanding display of a class that earned him his inclusion in the Maori representatives. He tackled well, and made brilliant openings that accounted for his side’s good total. Neither of the Athletic wing three-quarters were above par, but Steele, at centre, ran with determination, and Budd, at full-back, got through a good day’s work very creditably. On the other side, Mills, the Old Boys’ half-back, gave a splendid performance that again marked him as the outstanding half-back in the town competition. He was very sound on defence, and took every chance to open up the game, sending out beautiful passes from any position with precision and excellent direction. Hunter was doing pood work in the five-eighths line until injured, which, unfortunately, will probably keep him off the playing area for the rest of the season. Cameron has shown great improvement on his earlier games, and shows promise of becoming one of the best three-quarters in the competition. He runs strongly and straight, handles safely, _ and kicks splendidly. Murray, on the wing, caught the eye for his determined running. The ball went out to him quite frequently, and he presented a try to Ludemann early in the game by clearing the opposition, and in the final stages only a very sound defence kept him out, for he made repeated determined bids to cross. He gave Cameron a certain chance to score, but in swerving infield Cameron slipped and fell. Webb played with dash, and Taylor’s long kicks to touch aided his side materially, but he made a few njistakes that cost his side dearly. Excelsior easily accounted for Maheno on No. 2 ground, but the game was devoid of spectacular play, and at times was ragged. The state of the ground is, to some extent, responsible for the lack of good play, and it is to be hoped that steps will be taken at the end of the Season to put this ground into as good order as the Oval, when much brighter Rugby might be expected. Although Maheno led B—s at half time the hopes of the country Supporters were soon shattered when the Blues secured two (runaway tries in the second spell. The Excelsior backs endeavoured to open up the play, but faulty handling marred many promising movements, otherwise the margin in points , might have been much greater. The forwards, too, outclassed their opponents in the line-outs, Sutherland in particular being very prominent in gaining possesion, and making headway down the sideline. They were a hard-working team, Faria, Sutherland and Cleverley being the pick. Knight, the half-Back, initiated many passing movements, and A. Wilson played with dash in the five-eighths,-fielding and kicking well, but being inclined to go too much on his own. Murray accounted for seven of Excelsior’s total by scoring a try and converting two, and with Granger was generally sound in his play. Harle was the most dangerous attacking back on ■the field, scoring two nice tries for his side. The Maheno forwards can generally be relied on to give a good account of themselves, but without better support from the backs the team cannot hope to go far this season. The Newlands brothers and L. Dougherty were a trio of hard workers, and were particularly useful in the loose rushes, but in the tight etufl the advantage went to the Blues. The backs failed to get going, and indulged in far too much aimless kicking. H. Souness, for his first season in senior football, is giving a very creditable account of himself behind the scrum, but the five-eighths lack understanding, and the ball seldom reached the wings. Yorston, another comparatively newcomer to the senior ranks, hag improved greatly in his play on the wing, and has been an asset to his side for bis goal kicking. Teams for Saturday:—

Athletic Seniors.—Budd, Steele, Mason, H. Stichman. Dwyer, A. Stichmnn, Turvey, Carrodus, Carrington, Holland, Brown, R. Palmer, Wilson, Sim, Park; emergency, Judkins. Athletic Juniors. —May, Halkett, Ashton, Robinson, Taylor, Mather, Park, C. Palmer, Cunningham, Burns, Redditt, Moore, Morris, Farrell, Hardy. . Athletic Third Grade. —Johnstone, Harney, Sparks, Cleveland, Paterson, Taylor, Davis, Beattie, Murtagh. Luxon, Seivers, M'Lardy, Carrington, M’Xiean, Howell, Robertson.

Athletic Fourth Grade.—Burns, Miller, M'Bride, Fraser, Roney. Ward, Sparks, Holland, Butts, Hammill, Harrington, Halkett, Kilgour, Brown, Sparks; emergencies, Hill and Horton. Athletic Fifth Grade. —Lynch, Brown, Farrell, Ford, Pricker, Campbell, M'Murtrie, Robertson, Lockheart, Little, Heselwood. Ward, Brewster, Harwood, Godsell, Rowell, Campbell. SATURDAY’S GAMES. Patrons at the Show Grounds on Saturday can expect to witness a stirring clash between Athletic and Excelsior, the leading teams in the Senior Competition. Excelsior is sure to leave no stone unturned in an endeavour to avenge its defeat by Athletic in the first round, and the strongest available side will be put into the field. The Athletic team has also been strengthened by the inclusion of A. Stichman. who. after playing for Awakino and Shag Point, has returned to town, and joined the Athletic Club, and will play as five-eighths on Saturday. The game, which will be staged on the Oval, should be a fast and exciting one. Old Boys and Maheno meet on No. 2 ground, and these teams, also, should give a good exhibition of Rugby. The curtainraiser for the Oval has been drawn from the Third Grade, St. Kevin’s meeting Excelsior. The College boys are noted for their fine style of play, and this game is sure to delight early patrons to the grounds. Old Boys Seniors. —Taylor, Webb, Murray, Cameron, Frame, Tempero, Mills. Rodgers, Baird, Clark, Hamilton, Ludeman. Hedges, Poole, Walker; emergency, Mulhern.

Old Boys Juniors, No. 3 ground, at 2.45 p.m.—Paton, Feathers, Easton, M'Kay, Hunter. M'Laren, Mahoney, Joll. Holt, M'Laughlin, Muirhead, Orbell, Willett, Farrant. Hastie; emergencies, A. Hall and A. Robertson, LADIES’ GOLF The draw for the L.G.U. Medal Match on Friday is as follows, players to go out in the order of the draw, commencing at 12.30 p.m.:— No. 1 Tee.—Mrs Orbell v. Miss WyldeBrown. Mrs Ireland v. Miss Familton, Mrs Spooner v. Miss P. Robins, Mrs Brown v. Miss Armstrong, Mrs Kilpatrick v. Mrs Cook, Mrs Meek v. Miss L. Hewat, Mrs M'Beath v. Mias M’Douald, Mrs M'Culloch v. Miss M'Quade, Mrs Burton v. Mrs Finch.

No. 10 Tee. —Mrs Bailey v. Mrs Barclay, Mrs Roll v. Mies Stevenson, Mrs Irvine v. Miss M. Hewat, Mrs Rickman v. Miss Ireland, Mrs Newson v, Mrs Bennett, Mrs Gedge v. Miss Crawshaw. Mrs Wilson v. Miss K. Robins, Miss Price v. Miss Woods, Miss Boyle v. Mrs Clark, Mrs Ewart v. Mrs Wylie. Miss Smith v. Miss Catto, Miss Sutton a bye. WOMEN’S DIVISION. FARMERS’ UNION The second birthday celebrations of the Eniield branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union took place in the Enfield Hall, when a very successful plain and fancy dress ball was held. The hall was gaily decorated, the colours of the division forming the foundations of the decorations. During the evening the president of the branch extended a welcome to those present, and thanked Mr and Mrs Hodge (Oamaru) for acting as judges of the Fancy Dress Competition. Last year’s president, Mrs Hay, performed the ceremony of cutting the birthday cake, and congratulated the branch on the success of the past year. A variety of fancy costumes were seen, and some of the dresses showed that a great amount of work had been spent in their preparation. The prizes for the best costumes were won by Miss Ward (Kaffir Chief), and Miss Short (Sandy).

The lucky spot wait/, was won by Mr Randle and partner. Excellent music was supplied by Mrs Sherwin’s orchestra, and Mr J. Rowlands carried out the duties of M.C. COLUMBA MEN’S CLUB Mr R. D. H. Swindlcy presided over a record attendance of members for the year at the fortnightly meeting of the Columba Men’s Club, An interesting and instructive address was given by Mr W. J. _ Kerr on “ Astronomy,” the lecture being illustrated with some fine lantern slides.

CHAMPIONSHIP POINTS. Seniors. Ch. Points P. W. L. D, , F. A. Ps. Athletic .5 5 — — 60 20 10 Excelsior . ,5 3 2 — 44 48 6 Maheno . 5 1 4 — 38 57 2 Old Boys . .514 — Juniors. 50 67 2 Old Boys . .3 3 — — 64 18 6 Athletic .4 3 1 — 41 15 6 Excelsior . .4211 32 14 5 Maheno .5 1 3.1 6 57 3 School , 4 — 4 — Third Grade. 3 42 Athletic . 4 '4 — — 31 17 8 St. Kevin’s 3 2 1 — 79 6 4 Excelsior . ,413 — 39 77 2 Old Boys . .413 — 38 72 2 School .312 — Fourth Grade. 25 40 2 Athletic .5 5 — — 62 11 10 Southern . .5122 19 37 4 School A , . 4 — 2 2 Fifth Grade. 21 36 2 School B . .413 — 15 36 2 St. Kevin’s 1 1 — — 30 — 2 School A . . 1 — 1 — — 30 — School E .. 1 — 1 — — Country Competition. 15 Awakino . 5 5 — — 120 14 10 Duntroon . .541 — 19 15 8 Kurow .4 2 2 — 31 40 4 Georgetown 5 2 3 — 25 35 4 Ngapara .514 — 21 88 2 Tokarahi. . .4 — 4 — 8 32 —