NORTH OTAGO.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21989, 26 June 1933, Page 14

NORTH OTAGO.

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT. (From Our Special Correspondent.)

NEW NGAPARA BRIDGE Seven tenders were received by the Waitaki County Council for the erection of a bridge over the Waiareka Stream on the Ngapara road, between Windsor and Corriedale, the lowest tender being that of Mr F. S. Hanger, of Dunedin, whose price was £348 11s 11(1. It has been decided to recommend this tender to the Highways Board for acceptance. STRUCK BY CAR Shortly after 9 o’clock on Friday night Miss Bruce, of Severn street, was struck by a car driven by Mr F. Cleverlpy near the South African monument. Miss Bruce suffered injuries to her ankle, and was removed to her home. COMBINED HARRIER RUN The third combined run of the Mornington and Oamaru Harrier Clubs was held on Saturday from St. Paul’s gymnasium. Twenty members of the Morningtou Club made the trip from Dunedin, and during their stay were billeted by their various club friends in Oamaru. The run on Saturday led along Severn street and then out the Awamoa road, where the large pack took to the paddocks. A solid pace was maintained all the way, the two club captains, I. R. Chirnside (Mornington) and J. Crawford (Oamaru), being in charge of the pack. After passing Deborah the pack turned towards the main road, which was picked up at the railway crossing. From there the trail led along the road over Holmes Hill and returned down Severn street. In a fast run home, A Aikenhead, of Oamaru, came in first, followed by E. Mullin (Mornington) J. iCrawford (Oamaru)' was about 10 yards behind in third place. In the evening the visitors were the guests of the Oamaru club at an enjoyable dance held in ,St. 'Luke’s Hall, about 75 couples being present. During the evening the Oamaru Club captain extended a hearty welcome to the Mornington members, and referred to the way in which the Mornington Club had assisted the local club. Mr I. Chirnside suitably replied on behalf of the visitors, and congratulated the Oamaru Club on its increase in members. He also made particular reference to the strong club spirit which was manifest, and also spoke of the members’ performances in open competition. The visiting harriers returned to Dunedin yesterday afternoon. No. 10 SCHEME When it was’learned that No. 10 scheme had been relaunched last Tuesday, five applications to erect buildings or effect alterations to existing buildings were very quickly made to the Oamaru Labour Bm-eau, The applications included two for new houses. The total value involved amounts to £1434, SHIPMENT OF HORSES A further shipment of horses was made from Oamaru yesterday, when 21 draughts from Mr J. O’Brien W'ere taken on board ■the Wainui for Melbourne. SUPPLY OF WORKING BOOTS There has been a steady demand for the working boots which have been received for distribution to unemployed men. In all 166 pairs of boots 1 were ordered, 121 of the black and lighter boots, and 46 of the heavier tan boots. The boots were all manufactured > in Dunedin, and are Of very high quality. The lighter boot is proving more popular than the heavy tan, Only men engaged under scheme 5 on a rational basis, and who have been in receipt of such work for 26 consecutive weeks (since November 1) are eligible to receive a pair of boots, men under other schemes not being included at present. RUGBY FOOTBALL Followers of the game of Rugby were treated to a good exhibition on the Oval on Saturday, when, in fine weather, Athletic retained its two-point lead in the championship table by defeating Old Boys by 17 points to 9. The game was full of interest, but was marred to a certain extent by too many infringements, and the two teams were more evenly matched than the score indicates. On No. 2 ground, Excelsior had an easy win over a depleted Maheno team by 31 points to 3. In the juniors. Old Boys defeated Excelsior in a closely fought game, and now helld the junior competition by one point from -Athletic. A very interesting game was witnessed in the Third Grade match between Athletic and St. Kevin’s, the former team winning by one point. Georgetown sprang a bit of a surprise in the country competition by defeating Duntroon by a good margin of points, apd is now only two points behind the two leading teams in the championship. ATHLETIC v. OLD BOYS. Losing the toss. Old Boys kicked off from the western end, and soon were, on the attack, but a penalty to Athletic sent play to neutral territory. A strong sally, in which Clark was prominent, compelled the Maroons to force, but a splendid kick to the corner flag by Frame had them in difficulties again. Over-eagerness gave Hollands a chance to bring relief with a penalty kick, but Mills sent Cameron away hi a fine run - down the line. A penalty to Old Boys gave Rodgers a chance to open his aide’s account, but his kick went wide. Mills gained ground with a good kick; but a penalty to Athletic changed play to halfway, and the Athletic forwards carried play for the first time to Old Boys’ twenty-five, where Mason was prominent, but Cameron cleared. Athletic came back to the attack, but Walker and Webb returned play to halfway. Kelly short-punted and Cameron caught Buck! in possession, and Old Boys pressed strongly on Athletic’s , P e ’ where Mills nearly scored. Judkins cleared well with the ball at his toe, hut Webb gathered up to clear. Mills sent Tempero away, who, with Mulhern. looked like scoring, Bndcl saving with a speculator. Athletic attacked, but a penalty to Old Boys .returned play to neutral quarters. Mills and Tempero were associated in a neat piece of play to put the Blacks on the attack, but Dwyer found touch at half way with a splendid kick. Athletic wa*? penalised for offside play, and Cameron lined well downfield. From a passing bout. Cameron made a fine run, penetrating the Maroon defence with < clever swerves. He passed to Frame, who handed on to Ludemann, who scored wide out. Tavlor missed with the kick. Old Boys 3, ‘ Athletic nil. Taylor saved in the face of a strong Athletic rush with a ! snlendid mark, and found touch at the j halfway line. Athletic attacked, and ] Familton, who was injured, was penalised ; for being offside, and Park kicked a j goal from a good position. Athletic 3. i Old Bovs 3. Familton had to leave the field, and half time was called shortly after. ■ ■ , . Poole came on in Familton s place in the second spell, and Old Boys commenced a pretty passing bout. Cameron secured, and ran to the full-back, before handing on to Kelly, who had not the pace to reach the line, being well tackled by Steele. A, Stichman saved, but Cameron sent the Blacks to the attack with a fine kick to the corner flag. Most of the Athletic forwards joined in a great loose rush to near the Old Boys’ line, where Tempero saved', with a speculator. A penalty to Athletic allowed Park to place his side ahead with a good kick. Athletic 6, Old Boys 3. Athletic attacked strongly, and Webb tried to kick out

behind instead of forcing, and H. Stichman scored. Park missed with the kick from well out. Athletic 9, Old Boys 3. Old Boys then took a hand at attacking, and Webb put in a good run up the line, but Brown cleared, and Athletic returned to the attack. Frame secured possession, and put in a fine run before passing to Webb, who transferred to Mulhern, to Ludemann, who had a clear field, and scored a spectacular try under the posts. Cameron failed to convert. Athletic 9, Old Boys 6. A forward rush by the Maroons resulted in Carrodns scoring wide out. Park converted with a fine kick. Athletic 14, Old Boys 6. The Athletic backs threw the ball about well, but failed to penetrate the defence, and Clark and Hedges were prominent in a good break-away, Tempero also gaining ground with a fine kick. Mills sent his backs away from a scrtirp near the line, and Frame cut in prettily befbre handing on to Kelly, who scored. Cameron missed from a handy position. Athletic 14, Old Boys 9. Blacks attacked, but infringements sent them back, and from right in front Park kicked hia third penalty goal. Athletic 17, Old Boys 9. Old Boys made a last effort to score, and Webb •was thrown out at the corner flag, and time sounded.- the scores being: Athletic .. .. .. 17 points. .. Old Boys .. .... 9 points. Mr W. J. M'Stay was the referee. EXCELSIOR v. MAHENO. From the kick off Maheno invaded the Blue territory, and, fielding only 13 players for a start, the Greens made the game willing for .the first 15 minutes of play. In the first half the play was mainly confined to the forwards, and although Excelsiqr was eight point<- ahead at half time the Greens were easily holding their own. Sinclair and Gillies led several onslaughts by the Green forwards, but the country pack was unable To press home the advantage. Maheno kept up the pressure until well on in the first half, and several good opportunities went begging as the result of over-eagerness. Excelsior gained a respite, however, and the backs were seen in a nice passing movement. which gained a good deal of territory. The Blues now showed better combination, and opened their account with a good try by Harle. Murray just missed with the kick. Excelsior 3, Maheno nil Excelsior maintained the offensive, and Lindsay was called on to save on several occasions. A nice passing bout by Ex-, celsior followed, and after all the backsj had handled Clelland secured to racd through and cross for a great try. Murray landed a good goal. Excelsior 8, Maheno nil. The Excelsior forwards put more vim into their play, and from a loose rush the Blues again nearly crossed. Half time was sounded soon aftet with the scores: Excelsior 8, Maheno nil. From the commencement of the second spell Exclesior gained the upper hand, and had very little difficulty in piling up its large score. The Blue backs displayed good understanding, and Knight opened up play whenever possible. From a ruck Excelsior' secured, the ball travelling to Harle, who raced for the line before inpassing to Murray, who scored. The scorer converted. Excelsior 13, Maheno nil At this stage Maheno faded out of the picture, and Murray soon after crossed, dummying his way through to evade several poor attempts at tackling. He . again converted his own try. Excelsior 18, Maheno nil. Play now reverted to the other end of the .field, and by good following up Sinclair dribbled through to touch down to secure Maheno’s only try. Yorston failed to find the posts. Excelsior 18, Maheno 3./ ) Excelsior’s next" two tries went to, Murray,; who was in good scoring vein. Knight gained possession and sent out to Wilson, who conveyed to Murray for the last-, named to cut in and score in a handy position. The scorer had no difficulty in converting. Excelsior 23, Maheno ,3. The next try to Excelsior was the result of a nice passing movement by the backs, apd Murray raced over well out for hia fourth try. Easton missed with the kick at goal. Excelsior 26, Maheno 3. Playing with one back short at this stage, the ,country backs were at, a disadvantage, and Harle went over for the final try, the kick at goal, taken by Granger, being successful. The game ended shortly after with the scores; Excelsior ... SI points. Maheno .. ..v 3 points. Mr G. Knowles was the referee. , JUNIORS.' Old Boys 19, Excelsior 15. School 20. Maheno nil. THIRD GRADE. Athletic 9, St. Kevin’s 8. School 22, Old Boys nil. <' FOURTH GRADE. School B 14, St. Kevin’s 3. School A 7, Southern 6. ■ FIFTH GRADE. St. Kevin’s 13, School B nil. COUNTRY COMPETITION. Georgetown 11, Duntroon 5. 'Kurow 9, Tokarahi 8. 1

LOYAL OAMARU LODGE * • : v ■ —; — At the half-yearly meeting of the Loyal Oamaru Lodge, N.G. Bro. V.. Mulligan presided over a large attendance of officers and members, several sisters from the Loyal Star of the North Lodge also being present. Accounts amounting to £167 17s 7d were passed for payment. Two candidates were initiated into the Order. The following brethren were elected to the various offices: —N.G., Bro. J. Christie; V.G., Bro. J. M'Caffery; Bro. D. Weir; warden, Bro. N. Pinder; guardian. Bro. C. Hay; R.S.N.G., Bro. T. Jenkins; L.S.N.G., Bro. J. Meikle; R.5.V.6., Bro. R. Clevfeland; , L.S.V.G., Bro. R. Storey: auditor, P.G. Bro. W. Edwards. Before vacating the N.G. chair Bro. Mulligan thanked the officers and metpbers for their loyal support during the year. .The D.D.L.M., Bro. Couper, then installed the officers into their respective positions, assisted by P.G. Bros. Newson, Jenkin, Gregory, Brownlee, MTvay. Richardson. Hicks, Pinder, and P.G. Sisters Abel and Kidd, who congratulated the officers on their advancement in the Order. P.G. Bro. Couper then installed Bro. Mulligan as G.M., and invested Bro. Hesselyn with a past grand’3 sash, and installed him as conductor for the ensuing term. Bro. Couper also presented emblematical certificates to P.G. Bros. .R. Arnott. F. Hicks, and C. Jones, the recipients suitably replying. P.G. Sis. Abel responded to the visitors' toast. . . GOLF ‘ - y The first round of the Mixed Foursome for the Banks Cup was played at the Awamoa links on Saturday in mild, dull, blit calm weather, which was ideal for play. Forty couples competed, and the second round will be held on July 8. following are the best 20 cards returned: —Mr and Miss J. Cutbbertson. 03 —204 — 72J; Mr and Mrs Kilpatrick, 88 —13J — 741: M’Dowell and Mrs Rickman, 103— 27|—75J; Tomlinson and Miss Wyide Browne, 03—17—76; Wilson and Mrs Barclay. 101— 231—774: Mr and Mrs Bailey, 100—221—77 J: Scott and -Mrs Gedge. 101 —22£ —784; Mr and Mrs Smith, 107— Mr and Mrs Ireland. 93 14— Holmes and Miss L. Hevvat. 04— 15— Nichols and Miss Hall. 95—14 — 81: Mr and Miss Armstronc. 100—184 Slj: Mr and Mrs Roll. 102—201 —81.}: T. Hedges and Miss C. Lane, 114 —3? — 82; Mr and Miss Catto, 109 —27 —82; Patterson and Miss M'Adam, 109 —261 821; Widdowson and Mrs Irving, 112 —29J —821; Watson and Miss Ireland, 111— 281 —824: Kinder and Miss Stevenson, 108— —824: C. R. Hedges and Mrs Finch. 107—23—83. PERSONAL Queen's Hotel.—Mr J. Hane (Auckland). Mr E. T. Johnson. Mr A. S. Cookson, Mr A. Ellis, Mr G. Glue, Mr W. Ross, Mr J. M’Cormack, Mr A. M. Lane, Miss Barth, Miss I. Barth (Dunedin). LADIES’ HOCKEY SENIORS. Arawa A 4 heat Herbert 1. JUNIORS. Pirata B 2 beat Athletic A 1. Arawa B won by default from Athletic B. Maheno won by default from Pirata C. FRIENDLY MATCH. Pirata A 5 beat Palmerston 1.

MEN’S HOCKEY In the match between Tbtara add the Rovers Club, played, at Totara, the home team secured a win by four goals to two. MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING The following are the best scores registered at the weekly shoot of the Railway Club:—A. Jackman, 78—3 —80; E. Jones, 77 —4 —80; M. Mulhern, 774 — 80; G. Miller, 76—6—80; V. Barker, 75—5—80; W. Middleditch, 75—5—80; A. Brown, jun„ 755 —80; E. Roney, 74—6 80; D. Williams, 74—8—80; A. Rennie, 73—8—80; D. Cox, 7,3—10—80; J. Watkins, 72 —8—80; J. Joyce, 62 —18 —80; W. Woodall, 75—4—79; G. Brightwell, 75—3—78; R. Lawrie, 74—4—78; J. Downer, 73 —5 —78; C. Hinkley, 72—6—78; E. Knight, 72-6-78; G. Frame, 71 —7 —78; H. Staniford, 68—10 —7B; C. Andrew, A. Gumming, 73 —4—77; J. Waterworth, 71—6— 77; J. MTherson, 68—9—77. A. Jackman won the rifle button, and in the final shoot off J. Joyce secured the handicap button by one point from A. Rennie. The team to represent the Railway Club in the return match against Oamaru at the former’s range will be as follows: —C. Andrew, A. Jackman, A. Brown, F. Jones, G. Brightwell, R. Lawrie, M. Mulhern, R. J. Wilson, G. Ward, A. Gumming, D. Williams, W. Woodall, V. Barker, A. Brown, jun, A. Wilson; emergencies—E. Roney, G. Miller, F. Longman. , | PRESBYTERIAN MISSIONARY ; ‘ UNION • . Mrs Hogg presided at the monthly meeting of the Weston Presbyterian 'Women’s Missionary Union held in the Sunday School Hall. . It was announced that three 141 b parcels of clothing had been sent away to Ruatahuna. It was decided to hold a “bring and buy ’’ sale early in August. A very interesting address on woman’s work in India was given by Mrs Harvie, and members showed great interest in the native dresses and curios displayed. ■ A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the speaker, and afternoon tea was served by Mesdames Frew and Burdett. The monthly meeting of the Glenayy Union took the form of a “bring and buy " sale, and a satisfactory sura was raised to assist foreign missions. The Rev. J. Tennant opened the meeting in the usual manner, and routine business was completed. It was decided to give a contribution to the Maori Mission in the North Island. During the afternoon Mrs Archer presented two enjoyable elocutionary items, and afternoon tea was served. PROTESTANT ALLIANCE LODGE There was'.a good attendance of members at the quarterly meeting of the Protestant Alliance Lodge, Star of Oamaru. A motion of condolence was passed with Bro. Reid in his bereavement. The lodge decided to admit honorary lady members at a nominal fee. Accounts amounting to ,£94,4s 10d were passed for payment. A ‘ very enjoyable social was then held, supper being provided by one of the members.

ST. STEPHEN’S ANGLICAN ’ CHURCH

At the annual meeting of parishioners of St. Stephen’s parish held in the, Hampden Public Hall, the vicar (the Rev. A. W. Stace) presided ovej large attendance. The annual report disclosed that the year’s work had been very successful. ' During the year ..the financial resources were- greatly depleted*, by the repayment of outstanding debts. - At the beginning of the financial year there was a credit balance of £29 I2s 3d, which had increased to £BB Os 8d as the result of the “ bririg-and-buy ” sale. This balance had been almost immediately absorbed in the repayment of debts, totalling £Bl. Notwithstanding this there was a credit balance of £36 13s 6d at the" end of the financial year. This result could not have been attained had it not been for the efforts of the parishioners in connection with the sale, the concert given by Mr Allan Young’s party and the “Novelty Fair.” The total amount as the result of these efforts was £lO9 11s 2d, Improvements to the church grounds had been carried out by voluntary helpers, and the vestry was indebted to those who assisted, and especially Sir Louis and Lady Barnett for their labours and suggestions. In conclusion the vestry and parishioners expressed appreciation of the valuable work that, was being carried out- by the Rev. A. W. and Mrs Stace in connection with the church. The vicar’s report showed -that duringthe year seven baptisms, two marriages, and three burials were, conducted. Harvest thanksgiving services had been held at the various centres, and these were well attended throughout. Sympathy was expressed with the relatives of Mr and Mrs Charles Turner, of Hampden, and Mr Hugh Pascoe, of Herbert, who had passed away since , the last annual meeting. It was hoped that the bishop would be in attendance at the church on October 1. when a confirmation service will be held. It was interesting to note that there were 31 church families in Hampden, and 69 church families, in the surrounding districts. In conclusion the vicar thanked the church wardens, members of the vestry, and all church workers for the help rendered during the year. The reports and balance sheet were adopted. " > - . The election of officers for the ensuing year resulted as follows; —-Vicar’s warden, Mr J. Murcott; people’s warden, Mr W. H. Murcott; vestry—Messrs J. N. Sprague, G. Fisher, A. Spears, Mesdames Horner and Sprague; secretary and treasurer, Mr A Spears; auditor, Mr W. D. Moss. ' ■ , ■ - A motion of condolence was passed with Miss Hay in her recent bereavement. A vote of thanks was accorded all the church workers in the‘parish. EXCELLENT LINE OF EWES In conversation with a local business man, a prominent judge of stock, who has completed a tour of Otago, stated that a line of 1000 Romney ewe hoggets at Awamoko was the best he had seen .during the whole of his trip. The sheep are owned by Mr F. H. Aubrey, of “Alta Vady.”