NORTH OTAGO.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22099, 1 November 1933, Page 10

NORTH OTAGO.

(Fbom Oob Special Coueespondent.)

AWAMOA BOWLING CLUB The following is the draw for the Awattoa Bowling Club’s competitions: — Championship Singles. Tomkins v. M'Combie, M'Narry v. M'Kay, Rusbatch v. Tisdall, J. Miller y. Oats, Yernor v. Stringer, Jenkins v. M'Jennett, Jeffery v. Gray, Crisp v. Tart, Richardson v. Robertson, Crombie v.A. Miller, Jones v. Cook, Kennedy v. Stichman, Brown v. Hodge, Christie v. Barr.: Championship Pairs. M'Combie and Crisp v. Whyte and Jeffery, Excell and Robertson v. M'Donald and Tisdall, Nicholson and. Crombie v. Stubbs and Cook, Grant and Rusbatch v. Thomson and Hodge, J. Miller and Temper© v. Torrance and M'Narry, Campbell and Glen v. R. W. Robertson and Kennedy, Stichman and Christie v. Richardson t and Tomkins, Stringer and A. Miller v. Walker and Brown, Gray and MMennett V. M'Kay and Barr, Oats and Hewat v. Jones’ and Jenkins. Club Pairs. (Three bowls.) , Braxton and Robertson v.’ Stringer and Jenkins, Campbell and Brown v. Whyte and Marr, Oats and Stichman v-Maclean and Tomkins. M'Combie and Adamson v. Walker and Hodge, Tait and Kennedy v. M'Diarmid and Crombie, Richardson and Jones v. Smith, and Gerrie, M'Kay and A. Miller v. Tempero and Rusbatch, J. Miller and Glen v. Torrance’and M'Narry, Nicholson and Hewat v. R. W. Roberson and M'Jennett, Jeffery and Tisdall y Hay arid Gray, Cradpck and Cook v. Budd and Crisp, Yernor and Christie a bye. .

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT.

Club Rinks. Richardson, Braxton, Glen, Rusbatch v. M'Kay, Hay, Thomson, Christie; Nicholson, J. Miller, Crombie, Brown v. Smith, Maclean, Stichman, Jenkins; Robertson, Tait, M'Jennett, Barr v. Yernor, Walker, Tomkins, Robertson; Whyte, M'Diarmid, Jones, Hodge v. Torrance, Stringer, Gerrie, M'Narry; Campbell, Budd, Adamson, Tisdall v. Oats, Jeffery, Crisp, Cook; Cradoek, Tempero, Grant, Kennedy v. M'Combie, Gray,, A. Miller, Hewat. . The first round is to be played ott by Wednesday, November It). i "special community sing . Bv courtesy of Mr H. S Willm™ 3 , a special community sing will be held tonight in the Majestic Theatre between 6.30 and 7.30. The song leaders will be Messrs Linton Hodge, G. Dickel, J. Weir, and H. J. S. Grater, and Mrs Lpper will be at the piano. The object of the sing is to raise funds for the purchase ot Christmas toys for the children of unemployed men, and the song leaders make a special appeal for strong support from (the public on this occasion. A similar appeal in Dunedin met with a wondeifully good response, and it is hoped that the public of Oamaru and country districts will accord equally good support to the local effort. NORTH SCHOOL JUBILEE A meeting of the North .School Jubilee Committee was held on Monday night Mr W. Gillies (president) occupied the chair, and the secretary reported *on the progress made in - getting in touch with former pupils of the school.; Further steps were taken in the arranging of an interesting programme for the jubilee functions. The celebrations actually will mark the sixty-secqnd'anniversary of the opening of the school, which took place in 1872, and will be held during Easter of next year. In a circular issued by Mr W. Atkinson, Thames street, Oamaru. it is stated that every possible effort has been made to get into touch with as many former pupils as possible, and the rolls dating back to 1872 have been searched, but it is inevitable that some may have been missed, and the assistance of former pupils is sought in tracing any who may have been overlooked. 'A complete history of the school is being compiled by Mr S- S. Jones, and former pupils who possess school photographs or interesting relics are asked to lend them to the committee. The celebrations are to extend over four days, starting with a general assembly in the school ground on Easter Saturday, and a banquet in the evening; on Easter Sunday > there will be a jubilee church service in the Opera House; on Easter Monday a picnic and sports gathering in the Gardens and a ball in the evening; and on Tuesday an inspection of the school buildings, a motor trip in the afternoon, and a concert at night. WAITAKI COLLIE DOG CLUB

• There was an excellent attendance at the. annual meeting of the Waitaki Collie Dog Club held in the Hakataramea Hall. Mr Allan Chapman presided, and expressed his gratification at the keen interest shown, .and hoped it would continue. The balance .sheet disclosed that the'dub had dropped back £l7 on the actual working'during the year, and improvements to buildings had accounted for £23. When the books closed there was £2O outstanding in subscriptions, but some of this amount had already been collected, and it is expected that the club will receive most of the outstanding subscriptions in due course. The anhual report and balance sheet were adopted. It was decided to send a letter of thanks to Mr R. C. M'Master for his assistance as auditor. Before vacating the chair Mr Chapman thanked members for their support during the year. He spoke of the loss sustained by the club through the death of the late Mr W. H. Rosa, who had been the mainstay of the club for so many years, and, by his departure from the district, of Mr W. Barclay, one of the club’s, oldest members. He expressed regret that the balance sheet did not show a bettet position, and remarked that had it not been for the loyal help of the lady supporters ! of the club, to whom many thanks were due, the position 'would have been infinitely, worse, as the profits from catering at the groundsand the hall had amounted to £3O. The position would need to be looked into, and rectified if possible. A sub-committee had been set up would report later in the meeting. The. election of officers resulted as follows:—President, Mr Allan Chapman: vice-presidents—Messrs R. W. Trotter,' W. Menzies, L. *Kolcher, E. Dunstan, A. M'Tllwraith, E. Russell. A. Sutton, D. M’Gimpsey, W. R. M'Auley, A. M. Robertson. J. 0. Tripp, B. H. Wilkinson, arid A. H. M’Kinnon: secretary and treasurer. Mr Basil H. Wilkinson; committeeI—Messrs 1 —Messrs S. Welsh, J. Trotter, A. G. Fraser, W. M’Kenzie, A. Robertson, J. P. Munro. D. W. Gillies. T. Corrigal, W. Walsh, W, Frasor, R. W. A. Munro, S Dixon, J. Cleave, L. \V. Neill, T. Ditford. S. B. Ashby, G. M'Aughtrie, A. S. Garland, and J. Duffy. On the motion of Mr Chapman, it was •unanimously agreed that Mr W. Barclay be made a life member of the club in recognition .of the .services rendered by him during many years. Master yfillic Ross, son of the late secretary (Mr W. H. Ross), was elected an honorary member until he reached the age of 18 years. It was decided that the necessary subcommittees he appointed by the president before the trials. The Financial Subcommittee, comprising Messrs Chapman, Menzies, and Wilkinson recommended that the prizes for the three principal classes be £lO, £7,' £4, £2, and £l. making a saving of £l2 in each class. However, it was pointed out that the new scale of prizes still compared more_ than favourably with any other club in the South Island. Slight reductions were also recommended in the other classes with the 'exception of the youths’ prizes. It recommended that subscriptions be reduced to 10s per annum, with youths under 18 years at ss, and that entry fees be .£1 for the first dog, 10s for subsequent dogs, and members’ dogs 10s each. It was decided to bring into force all the recommendations of the sub-committee. It was decided that all members paying their subscriptions prior to the annual ball be given a lady’s ticket for this function, and that no gentlemen’s complimentary tickets be issued. It was decided that the date of the 1934 trials be fixed for April 12, 13, and 14, instead of the first week in May. as in previous years. These dates-would thus make the trials follow straight after the Omnrama trials and a few days before the Albury ,meeting. It was reported that there would be a continuous series of trials in Otago, commencing in the middle of March, and that the Canterbury dates would follow on. Mr J. Trotter was reelected the delegate to the Canterbury ( Association. MAHENO NOTES There was an excellent attcridance «t the fortnightly euchre party conducted by the Maheno School Committee in Maheno Hall. The prize-winners, were Mrs Weir and Mr J. Johnston, consolation prizes being awarded to Mrs H. Muldrew and Mr Roy Rawson. After supper dancing was indulged in to excellent music provided by Mr Lex Clark. Tt had been thought that the season should close, but in response to the general wish it has been decided to carry on for a further period. At the monthly meeting of the Maheno Branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union held in the Sunday School Hall, the president (Mrs J. Ncwlands) occupied the chair, there being a good attendance of members. Arrangements

were made for the garden party which, at the invitation of the president, is to be held at her residence on November B. A very interesting and instructive competition on first aid was won by Miss L. Kinnimont. A very enjoyable afternoon tea was served.

At a meeting of the Maheno Lawn Tennis Club held in the Maheno Hall, the president (the Rev. W. French) occupied the chair. The president stated that the meeting had been called to discuss the proposed special effort for augmenting the funds of the club. It was finally decided to hold a flower show and jumble sale on December 9. The ladies present were appointed to draw up a suitable schedule. Messrs Colin Clark and G. L. Thorby kindly agreed to run off several copies of the schedule. It was decided to hold a general meeting on November 11 for the purpose of making all necessary arrangements. OLDEST COLLIE DOG CLUB The Waitaki Collie Dog Club will reach its fiftieth consecutive trial in 1835 and is preparing to carry things out in a big way that year. It is the oldest club in the South Island, and the members would be pleased to learn how it compares with North Island clubs in length of service

AMATEUR ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

The annual report of the North Otago' Amateur Athletic Association discloses that increasing interest had been taken in the amateur movement in the district. From a very humble beginning the nlub had gained ground as a result of the genuine enthusiasm of its members, and had 'already established a reputation in ‘the interclub competitions at the provincial championships. Daring the season two open meetings were held, and these were well supported by athletes from Dunedin and Christchurch. The club also controlled the secondary schools’ champion; ships, whifch were run on the Waitaki Boys’ High School ground. The standard of the performances at this meeting was very high, several new secondary school records being established. During the season the new members showed great improvement as a result of coaching and assiduous practice, and the club was indeed fortunate- in having such outstanding exponents of field events as A. A. Cameron and M. R. Spillane. The following were chosen to represent North Otago at the provincial championships:— A. A. Cameron, M. R. Spillane, H. W. Milner, W. Borrie, A. G. Clark, D. W. Yorston, R. Orbell, M. Perkins, T. G. Pearson, and Misses Grant and Hayes. Cameron, Spillane, Clark, and Miss Grant represented Otago at the New Zealand championships. The association was represented in the North Dunedin Road Race by T. G. Pearson, and in the Otago ‘Junior Cross-country Championship by J. ■\yhitefield, both of whom ran prominently. During the .season Cameron beat the best New Zealanderls performance in the High Jump, clearing 6ft o£in at Wellington. He won the Long Jump Championship with a leap of about 4in behind the American Merchant’s record, and created a fresh New Zealand record in the Hop, Step, and Jump. He was also second in the New Zealand championship in the Discus Throw and Shot Putt. M. R. Spillane put up a wonderful performance in wininng the National Hammer Throw title and breaking J. G. Leckie’s record. Spillane was recognised as being the greatest hammer thrower south of the line, and competent critics expressed the opinion that his best was yet to come. Miss B. Forbes registered a high jump of 4ft BJin, and this season should see her setting a new record for New Zealand. The club was indebted to the following members for contributions: —Messrs F. /Milner, T. Palmer, J. M. Forrester, M. F. E. Cooney, the Rev. A. B. Kilroy. Oamaru Mail Company, and Mrs A. Sallis. The association had two challenge cups through the generosity of Messrs S. L. Hall and H. Woodham, for competition in the 120 Y’ards Hurdles Handicap and for most points. The former was won by W. Milner and the latter by A. A. Cameron, who just managed by half a point to stall a strong challenge by T. Ansten (W Taimate). The club was gradually acquiring a set of equipment, and during the coming season members would have greater opportunities of practising vanoys events requiring special apparatus. A set of hurdles would be a great advantage, and it was hoped that the club would in time be able to acquire a full set of 30 of the reversible swing type. During the season the association was very unfortunate in losing the valuable services of Mr L. V. Bryant, who took up a position in South land. During his term of office Mr Bryant did yeoman service for the club.i and he would be greatly missed. Mr E. 0. Martin was appointed president, and had carried out his duties in a very efficient manner. The thanks of the association were due to Messrs H. S.. Orbell and G. T. Gillies for rendering assistance in the cutting of grass at the Oval. In the absence of the honorary surveyor (Mr Treseder), Mr G. L. Cuthbertson was kind enough to prepare a plan of the levels at the jumping pit for record purposes. Once again the association recorded its appreciation of the work of Mr G. Williamson, who made a good deal of the field equipment, and whose 161 b hammer brought favourable comment in Christchurch. Thanks were also due to the North Otago Rugby Union, the Otago Mounted Rifles Band, Messrs N, Colquboun, S. Browne, and T. W. Durnck for use of rooms, the Waitaki Boys Higli School for the use of equipment, and to the honorary auditors, Messrs Colquhoun and MTntyre. In conclusion, the association thanked all the honorary members for their support, and it hoped that everyone would enrol at least one more member.

CROWN' TENANTS’ ASSOCIATION

The annual meeting of the North Otago Crown Tenants’ Association was held yesterday afternoon, the president (Mr J. J. Hore) occupying the chair. The annual report, in giving a resume of the activities of the association during the year, stated that a meeting of Crown tenants was held on September 23, 1932, when Messrs M’Farlane, Clelland, and Moyle addressed'the gathering on the aims and objects of the association, when it was unanimously decided to form a branch in North Otago. During the year several meetings of the executive were held, and two open meetings of Crown tenants were held. A deputation waited on the Minister of Lands and received a sympathetic expression of his appreciation of the difficulties confronting Crown tenants. Several favourable comments have been expressed by those best able to judge on the benefits the association had conferred on Crown tenants. The finances of the association were in a sound position, the balance sheet showing that the association had been run economically. The thanks of the association were due to those who acted as collectors and to the press, and Mr T. J. Guthrie for auditing the books and accounts of the association. The balance sheet disclosed a credit balance of £6. . . . , Mr Hore said that the association had warranted its existence, and that the executive had done all it could under the circumstances. The annual report and balance sheet were adopted. . , , . The following executive was re-elected for the ensuing year: —Messrs R. Mitchell (Marnakoa), W. Warded (Omarama), A. Chapman, jun. (Kurow), J. J. Hore (Tokarahi), F. L. Pilfoot (Rgapara, D. Rodger (Kauru Hill), W. Aubrey (Georgetown), J. S. Adams (Otekaieke), W. Simpson (Tokarahi), J. B. Chapman .(Waitaki), and R. W. Trotter (Garrruston). with the addition of W. Rowlands (Enfield). . It was agreed to make a grant of lUs to the St. Paul’s Church managers for the use of the Wear Street Hall. It was agreed to grant an honorarium of £3 3s to the secretary (Mr N. 11. Colquhoun) in recognition of liis services duir ing the past year Mr Pilfoot said some had been dissatisfied with the results of the association s efforts. He was very disappointed with the returned soldiers, who used to stick together when they had packs on their backs, but who now did not attend the meetings of the association. The association had received many promises from the powers that be. but so far no tangible results. , , . ... Mr Hore said the returned soldiers were un against exceptionally hard times, and it was the duty of the association to assist as much as possible those who were

doing their best. Things were generally much brighter now than a year ago, and he felt, through the efforts of the association, the burden op the Crown tenants had been eased. WAIAREKA SALE There was a large yarding of both fat cattle and fat sheep at the Waiareka sale yesterday. Sixty-two fat cattle were penned, and, due to the large yarding, prices were back fully fl per head. Good steers sold from £6 17s Gd to £7 12s Gel; medium steers, £5 10s to £6 10s; light steers, £4 10s: good heifers, £5 5s to £6; light heifers; £3 to £4 2s 6d. In the store cattle good cows brought £5 5s to £5 17s 6d; medium cows, £4 2s 6d; aged cows, £2 15s to £3 15s; vealers, £1 to fl 7s 6d. In the fat sheep pens fat lambs realised 18s Gd to 22s 3d; shorn fat wethers, 22s 3d; medium wethers, 18s to 20s; prime woolly ewes, 22s 3d to 24s 3d; medium woolly ewes, 19s 9d; short fat ewes, 14s 6d to 16s 9d; fat wether hoggets, 17s 6d. Three pens of store hoggets were patsecl. There was a poor sale of dairy cows, and good cows sold at £2 15s to £3 10s; aged cows, 10s to 20s; heifers, fl to £2. There was a large yarding of pigs. Stores realised 245; slips, 16s to 18s; best weaners, 14s to 16s; medium weaners, 10s to 12s; small weaners, 8s to 9s. CRICKET NOTES At the completion of the second matches of the senior competition of the North Otago Cricket Association the points for the three grades are as follows: Seniors: School 6 points, Albion 6, Oamaru 4, Union 1. Juniors: St. Kevin’s 8 points. Union 6J, School 6, Albion 11. Third Grade: St. Kevin’s A 5-jt points, St. Kevin’s B 4, School B 3jj, School C 3J, School A I£. The present holder of the Borton Cup met defeat on Saturday at the hands of Oamaru in one of the most exciting games played for some time. The School wicket was well-nigh perfect, with the outfield very fast. Everything was conducive to good cricket, as the weather for the first time this season was calm and mild, Oamaru, the previous Saturday, had compiled the very good total of 296, so that Albion was set a hard proposition in getting the required runs. The match proved very exciting, and finished in the dramatic way which makes cricket so dear to its followers. With 37 runs required, the last man took his stance at the wicket, and Albion’s chances looked distinctly black. However, the situation appeared to hold no fears for Palmer and Brosnahan, who settled down to play sound, careful cricket. The score gradually mounted until the total was 289. Choosing a loose one off Hargreaves, Palmer reached the boundary with a good drive, and only four were needed for victory. Over’ was called, and the situation was tense when Keith tossed up two to Brosnahan, who played them carefully back. With the vision of a drive to the boundary and the match won, Brosnahan succumbed to the temptation to a big hit off Keith’s third delivery, and playing across the ball, was bowled. Oamaru had won the match by three runs. The opening Albion batsmen gave their side a good start. A. Brooker and Davey made a good opening until the. latter was beaten by Keith. The Brooker brothers continued steadily and carried the score along to a satisfactory total, when A. Brooker played outside a good delivery from Hargreaves. Taylor and L. Brooker then became associated in a very bright partnership, the latter batsmen scoring with well-executed shots all round the wicket. Taylor was playing with confidence until, with the score at 161, he put his leg in front to one from Hargreaves. Hi« innings of 36, along with'A. Brooker’s 33 runs, was a useful contribution to Albion’s total. With only three wickets down for 161 runs, Albion’s chances of passing Oamaru’s total appeared bright, but L. Brooker and M'Laren were dismissed in quick succession without adding to the total. L. Brooker played a very fine innings for his 72 runs, and deserved his success. Geddes and Jacobs restored hope to the Albion supporters until the former skied one to cover. Easton failed to get settled, and was bowled by Zimmermann. Firth joined Jacobs, and both batsmen batted carefully, and augmented the total by sound scoring shots. Jacobs, after a carefully-played 38 runs, was beaten by a good ball from Hargreaves. Palmer and Firth continued to get runs until the latter, after scoring a useful 21 runs, was smartly stumped by Jones in stepping out to Hargreaves. The whole innings was a creditable one, brought the best fighting. qualities in both batsmen and fieldsmen to the fore. Hargreaves bowled very consistently and well for Oamaru to secure five wickets, and Keith tossed down some fine deliveries to secure three wickets. The Oamaru fielding was slack at times, and this cost the side several runs. Two chances went begging that should not have been missed. With only an hour to play, Oamaru took the crease for its second strike. With nothing dependent on their play, the four batsmen went for the bowling in merry fashion, the score board reading 94 runs fob the loss of three wickets when stumps were drawn. Hargreaves and Zimmertnann, with 39 and 36 not' out respectively, were the scorers for Oamaru. School, with five wickets down for 200 runs, continued its innings to a much better fielding eleven. Dick, with 76 runs to his credit from the previous Saturday, was badly dropped off E. Brown at short square leg, but was unfortunate in playing over the next ball from Brown, when four runs would have given him the coveted century. As it was, his contribution of 96 runs assisted greatly in leaving a total of 256 runs, just 28 in excess of Union’s reply. School’s remaining five wickets, on a much faster wicket and outfield, mustered only 56 runs. Chater, the not-out batsman, secured his runs by free and forceful betting. The Union opening batsmen saw Borrows’s behind-the-wicket shots reminiscent of prior years, but only too short-lived*, as he was smartly taken by the wicket-keeper, Gordon, with his score at 22 runs. Brown, with nine to his credit, glanced a leg ball nicely, only to find the wicketkeeper’s anticipation cutting off a good shot to make Chater’s second wicket. Catto was well caught on the boundary by Mackay off Smith, and with Robbie Ibw and M'Donald well caught by Chater off Smith, both without addition, the score then read five wickets down for 36 runs. J. Granger commenced with nice shots between cover and the gully, and with Meikle taking advantage of a deeplyplaced field to place the ball for smartlyrun singles the score mounted to 70 runs, when Granger was clean bowled by the left-hander, Dick. J. Robertson, the incomer, secured a 4 through the slips from the last ball of the over. Meikle continues to place the short ones cleverly, not showing as much forcefullness as usual. He finally succumbed to an overrisky call. Robertson proceeded to check the fine average of the fast bowler, Chater, off-driving and puiling _to the boundary with success. With Blair playing a safe strike, and quietly choosing the suitable ball to hit, the innings brightened considerably until Robertson, in attempting- a* third lofty, long-on six, was well caught on the boundary by Smith off Denscm, after the same fieldsman had failed to hold a hard one at second slip. Tonkin’s 26 runs included two sixes, the portion of 19 runs secured off one over from Smith. Blair was smartly taken by Gordon behind the stumps with a solidly made 36 runs to his credit, and Tonkin, who was stumped, made the fourth victim fo,r the wicket keeper, leaving M'Callum four not out, and Union 28 runs in the rear. Chater, with three for 43 runs, and Smith, three for 50, both bowled well, with much success in the early part of the innings, and were well supported by a smart field. Union’s bowling showed the loss of Maddigan and Catto on the first day. Blair and Borrows were the most successful of the eight bowlers tried, although Brown, with two for 40, was not assisted by the field. . . ... Up to the present time the season lias been productive of some good performances, and the form shown by several of the batsmen and bowlers already should cause the association to consider seriously making a challenge for the Hawke Cup. Now that the cup is held by a South Island province such a tour would be quite practicable, and with the possibility of an enjoyable trip players would have an incentive to give of their best. The challenge would also arouse in North Otago people some of that interest in cricket necessary for its fostering and well-being. If a challenge were contemplated it would be the duty of the players to give every support possible to the association in the way of attending practices, and getting leave granted from

their employment. It is certain that in nearly evex-y case employers would recognise their obligation to their province in making possible their employees’ availability for a tour. It may be of interest to note the following performances put up so far;— Batting; Kerr 155 not out, F. E. Smith 96, J. S. Dick 96, Zimmermann 80, L. Brooker 72, Davey 66, Uttley 61, J. Robertson 59, and Gordon 56. Bowling; Inder, 5 wickets for 7 runs; Blair, 5 for 11; M'Laren, 3 for 7, 5 for 33, and 6 for 53; Davey, 5 for 18 and 5 for 19; F. E. Smith, 4 for 27; and Hargreaves, 5 for 90. In the Junior Grade the following performances are worthy of mention: —Batting: Robbie 115 not out, William Budd 111 retired, Oram 97, Stark 90, Martindale 67, Oram 58, Tracey 51. Bowling; Cahill took 4 wickets for 8 runs. 4 for 17, and 4 for 21; Wilson, 2 for none; Hoffman, 2 for 1; Oliver, 3 for 6; Tonkin, 5 for 14; King, 4 for 14; Henaghen, 4 for 16; Geddes, 4 for 35: and Hodge, 4 for 55. Third Grade: —Batting: Denny 106 retired, Wilson 60, Rutherford 58, Andrew 57 not out, Neilson 55, Rees-Jones 51 not out. Bowling: Marshall took 3 wickets for 1 run; Hoffman, 5 for 9; Rutherford, 4 for 8; Frisk, 3 for 8 and 4 for 15; Neilson, 3 for 8 and 4 for 22; Osborne, 7 for 30 and 5 for 28; Walton, 4 for 11: and Rees-Jones, 4 for 34. PERSONAL At the meeting of the Caledonian Society last night the president (Mr J. Gerrie) referred to the great loss which the society had suffered by the death of Mr Donald MTntosh, a director of the society for a great'number of years, and always a keen supporter of athletics in the district. A motion of sympathy with the relatives was carried in the usual manner. Miramar Hotel. —Mr J. Clark (Kurow), Mrs C. Hale, Mr J. Galloway, Mr A. Brown (Dunedin), Mr D, Bain, Mr G. Benson, Mr G. Farland, Mr and Mrs Beathen, Mr A. M. "Beathen (Christchurch), Mr J. S. Clark, Mr W. Shaw (Livingstone), Mr J. W. Jarvis (Waitaki Hydro), Mr and Mrs A. Horn (Cromwell). Queen’s Hotel. —Mr and Mrs R. G. Cole (Sydney), Mr H. Miller (Wellington), Mr C. H. Jacobs, Mr J. D. Knowles, Mr G. W. Sanlxaxn, Mr A, Brown, Mr J. Scott, Mr H. W. Bundle, S.M., Miss E. Poppelwell (Dunedin), Mr D. J. Knott (Timaru). New Club Hotel. —Dr and Mrs Lbugham (Fairlie), Mr G, A. Warth (Auckland), Mr H. Nyres, Mr L. Radburnd, Mr J. Prinsted (Christchurch), Mr H. Hesson (Alexandra). Mr J. Scott, Mr J. R. Bell, Miss Shaw, Mr W. Fraser (Dunedin). MOTOR LICENSES During October the Waitaki County Council issued 42 drivers’ and 15 heavy traffic licenses, the Oarnaru Borough Council 34 drivers’ and two heavy traffic licenses. I VITAL STATISTICS The vital statistics for Oamaru for October are as follows:—Deaths 11, births 24, marriages 4. CUSTOMS RETURNS The following are the Customs returns for Oamaru, for the month of October, the figures for the corresponding month of last year being given in parentheses:— Customs revenue, £792 0s 4d (£421 4e 6d); sales tax revenue, £349 4s 2d (nil); petrol tax, £571 18s 6d (nil); marine revenue, £2l 12s 8d (£24 13s sd); —total, £1734 15s 8d (£445 17s lid). RAINFALL During October 1.50 inches of rain were recorded by Mr William Forrester in Oamaru, compared with 3.04 inches for the corresponding month of last year. Rain fell on nine days during the month, as follows: —October 3,2 points; October 7, 82 points; October 8, 3 points; October 14. 7 points;• October 20. 24 points; October 21, 4 points; October 22, 4 points; October 28, 12 points: October 30, 12 points. For the 10 months of the year 15 inches of rain have been recorded, compared with 18.91 inches for the corresponding period of 1932. The average rainfall yearly in Oamaru is 22,05 inches, so that seven more inches are required during the two months of this year to bring the rainfall up to the average.

RAILWAY MINIATURE RIFLE CLUB

There was a large attendance of members and friends at the seventh annual social of the Railway Miniature Rifle Club. The president (Mr D. Williams) occupied the ch.iiir, and extended a hearty welcome to all present. During the evening much-appreciated items were given by Messrs Campbell, Reilly. Hinkley, Fellows, Pollock, Park, Aitken, Benson, Black, Logarl, and others. Mr L. Clark played the accompaniments. The usual toasts were honoured, and the presentation of trophies took place. The following are the successful riflemen: —Bloch Cup—R. J v Wilson 1, G. Ward 2.; R. Lawrie 3; Keith rosebowl- —6. Ward 1, A. Wilson 2, R. J. Wilson and A. Rennie (equal) 3; Wylie Cup—A. Rennie 1, A. Banks 2; Watt Cup—A. Rennie 1. G. Miller 2; rifle button, R. J. Wilson 1, C. Andrew 2; handicap button, V. Barker I, C. Williams 2; grand aggregate, R. J. Wilson. Other trophies won during the season were presented to A. Gumming and J. Downer. Prizes and badges won in association shoots were presented by Mr C. Andrew (president of the association) to the following:—Second in individual off rifle, A. Jackman; second in shield competition, G team (A. Banks, H. Stamford, D. Mason, J. Joyce, J. Christie); second in off—rifle teams’ competition, A team (A. Jackman, C. Andrew, G. Ward, A. Brown, G. Brightwell); district representative badges, 1933—R. J. Wilson, C. Andrew, G. Ward, P. Lawrie; previous years, A, Brown and (i. Brightwell. TOKARAHI TRANSPORT About 40 residents attended a meeting held in the Tokarahi Hall in connection with the refusal of the Transport Board to grant a license for a second motor lorry to run in the Tokarahi district. Representatives were also present from Livingstone, Maerewhenua, Island Cliff, and Tnpui. Mr J. J. Hore occupied the chair. j

Mr Roberts, representing the Railways Department, explained the reason for the department objecting to the running of a second lorry and stated that there was no objection to the owner of the lorry (Mr A. D. M'Kenzie) running to the Burnside market provided there were not two of his lorries on the road at the same time. The chairman stated that owing to the Railways Department cancelling its train service a motor lorry daily service was established by Mr A. D. M'Kenzie before the Transport Act became law. On finding that he could not cope with the work with one lorry, Mr M'Kenzie, before purchasing his second lorry, had received notification from the Commissioner of Transport that he could run this lorry. He applied to the Transport Board in Dunedin, but the application was refused.

After some discussion it was decided that a petition be circularised throughout the district applying to the Appeal Board to consider the question as it was considered that the second lorry was purchased in good faith after receiving from the commissioner word that no objections would be raised to the running of the second lorry.

WOMEN’S DIVISION, FARMERS’ UNION

The president (Mrs Chapman) occupied the chair at the monthly meeting of the Waitaki branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union. After some discussion it was decided to postpone the social evening till January. A competition for “ Something Made from Dripping ” attracted many entries of cakes and pastry. Mrs M'Donald was placed first and Mrs A. Cuthbertson second. The roll call was answered with a “ dripping ” recipe and produced mapy new answers. A fine exhibition of antiques and curios was greatly admired. It was decided that the competition for next month be “A Useful Pattern,” and the roll call “ A Simple Christmas Gift."

' BUILDING PERMITS The following building permits were issued during October by the Oamaru Borough Council: —Residence, £700; additions in stone to power house, £705; stone building, £2651; alterations, £l2; —total, four permits, £4063. COMBINED CHORAL CONCERT Under the conductorship of Mr L. Tweed, of the Wesley Church, the combined church choirs of Oamaru presented a sacred concert in the Opera House last night. The programme was of n standard seldom attained locally. The proceeds from the concert are to go to the Mayoress’s Relief Fund which should benefit considerably as a result. The members of all the ehojrs had been practising assiduously and the results of their efforts must have been very gratifying to the conductor and the individual members. The beautiful strains of Stainer’s sacred cantata, “ The Crucifixion,” introduced the concert and the audience wag at once aware of the high standard of the performance to be presented to it. The male and female voices blended in rich harmony in the beautiful numbers of the cantata and the expression put into the various pieces was a tribute to the hold the conductor had over the choristers. The solo numbers were entrusted to Messrs Linton Hodge, W. Denholm, 'and 'W. Oaten, all of whom rendered their parts with feeling, their voices being entirely suited for the pieces allotted to them. Tlxe audience was greatly appreciative of the cantata, which occupied a large portion of the programme. In Handels “ And The Glory ” the choir was heard in one of the great composer’s most beautiful works, and responded to the conductor’s every exhortation in giving a very finished tendering of this somewhat difficult number. “Te Deum in F,” by Jackson, was another composition to which full justice was done by the choir, which sang the number with expressive reverence and feeling. Mozart’s “Gloria from 12th Mass ” was an exceedingly beautiful presentation, and the very fine range of voices of the choir was given full scope. In the concluding item of the concert, Handel’s “ Hallelujah,” the choir was heard in a brighter composition of the great musician which gave more scope for the soprano and tenor voices. The beautiful strains of this number formed a fitting finale. During the programme community singing of the hymns “Onward, Christian Soldiers,” “ Praise My Soul, the King of Heaven,” “ Lead, Kindly Light,” and “Abide With Me” was given. Great assistance to the presentation of all the numbers was rendered by the orchestra, _ under the leadership of Mrs W. Dimick, by Miss K. Cartwright at the piano, and Mr G. Wilkinson organist. Great credit is due for the success of the concert to all who took part and assisted in the presentation of the beautiful choruses. CALEDONIAN SOCIETY A meeting of the North Otago Caledonian Society was held last night. The president (Mr J. Gerrie) presided over a good attendance of directors. Thq date of the annual sports to be held on Christmas Day was" confirmed, and the Programme Committee was authorised to draw up a programme of events with prize money amounting to The following Programme Committee was appointed:—Messrs C. Cook, G. Gerrie, S. Mollison, S. H. Wilson, H. Cross, Hesketh, W. Sparks, and W. Falloon. Officials for the meeting were appointed as follows:—Track superintendent, Mr J. Gerrie; ring superintendent, Mr J. R. Gilchrist; handicappers—Messrs J. D. Forbes and W. Sparkes (running and cycling), J. R. Gilchrist (hammer ball and caber) referee, Mr G, Bruce; starter, Mr W. May; Protest Committee —Messrs J. Gerrie, J. W. Stringer, G. M'Leod, W. Sparkes. and S. H. Wilson; judges—Messrs G. M'Leod, C. Cook, A. F. Exoell (running), E. Speid, A. Gilchrist, and T. J. Stephens (cycling); J. R. Gilchrist, D. Burns, S. H. Wilson, F. Cooney, R. D. Kesson (hammer, ball, and caber), G. Ross and D. Thompson (pipe music and dancing): time keepers. Messrs H. Benson and A. W. Moss; clerk of the course, Mr G. P. Gerrie; announcer, Mr Jame s King; lap scorer, Mr J. D. M'Leod. OAMARU SOUTH SCHOOL The monthly meeting of the Oamaru South. School was held last night. Mr A. E. Hodge presiding. .A letter was received from the School Committees’ Association of Otago expressing appreciation of the committee’s action in joining up with the association. The Dominion body had now been formed, and it had reason to believe that a united effort would help the. school committees very materially in future. It advised that the executive would visit Oamaru in the near future for a conference of committees. —The chairman and Mr J. Wilson were empowered to report on the installing of hand basins at the school. — It was agreed to have the floors of the school oiled during the holidays, the. headmaster to make the'necessary arrangements.

The headmaster (Mr M'Pherson) reported that the present roll number was 405, with an average attendance of 379.8. Miss M'Laren had taken up her duties ag assistant at the school on October 11. During the month Mrs Beauchamp gave an address and demonstration on the making of cloth from raw material, and this proved very .interesting.—The report was received, and the headmaster was authorised to submit a list of books and school material to the Otago Education Board to be purchased for use at the school.

Accounts amounting to £32 17e Sd were passed for payment.