NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22326, 28 July 1934, Page 18

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

(FROM OUR SPECIA WAITAKI COUNTY COUNCIL MONTHLY MEETING The monthly meeting of the Waitaki ■County Council was held yesterday morning. There were present: —Messrs A. MTnnes (chairman), W. E. Aubrey. R. B Meek, E. S. Brewster, J. D. Rutherford, W. M. Cooper, D. J. Ross, and J. Rodman. . - , A petition was received from 23 ratepayers drawing attention to the state of the road from Richmond to the sea and asking that the road be put under repair and the water races boxed. Messrs A. C. Anderson and F. Preen waited on the council, and after their views ' ad been heard the request was referred to Cr Brewster and the engineer, with power to act. t , , , Accounts totalling £3927 5s lid (general £3868 Bs, Papakaio water race £SB 17s lid) were passed for payment. The following Treasury • notes were received:—Oamaru Magistrate’s £2 17s; goldfields revenue, £5 17s; Government votes —All Day Bay and Herbert road £123 Os 2d and £l6 6s 2d; mam highways maintenance, £lOsl 12s 2d; Waiareka-Ngapara road, £3B 17s 4d.

CORRESPONDENT.) The Railways Department advised that on account of the expense involved it could not view favourably the proposal put forward in regard to the Severn street crossing, neither could it sanction the appointment of a crossing keeper.— It was decided to support the Oamaru Borough Council in its further representations on the matter, the chairman and engineer being appointed delegates to attend the meeting to be called by the Borough Council. Mr A. R. King was appointed inspector of buildings to the council at a salary equivalent to the permit fees collected from time to time. The Waihemo, Vincent, and Mamototo County Councils wrote agreeing to contribute a proportion of the cost towards the inspector’s car, and the Lake County Council wrote that on the matter of service to that county the council was entitled to nearly double the service of a considerable reduction • in the cost. The council agreed to meet its annual costs up to February' next, but its attitude was that no contribution would be made towards the cost of the inspector’s car unless such cost was more equitably distributed, and that, should no satisfactory arrangement covering all costs be made before February next, the council would then withdraw from the scheme. —The clerk submitted a draft reply pointing out

that the basis of highway mileage had been agreed on as an equitable one for contributing to the cost, and that the Lake County Council was receiving very fair treatment under the scheme. —The reply was approved. The Main Highways Board advised that the usual subsidy on the depreciation of the inspector’s car at 40 per cent, per annum of the capital cost would be paid by the board, such subsidy to cease when the capital cost had been recovered by depreciation, and would not be resumed until a renewal was necessary.—Received. The Southland and South Canterbury Motor Associations acknowledged the council’s representations about the narrow stone bridge near the Waianakarua School, and advised that members’ attention would be drawn to the matter. The Waianakurua School Committee wrote thanking the council for its attention to this matter—The letters were received. The Waimate County Council wrote that it was the intention of the council to consider the question of abolishing riding accounts, and inquired whether this method of working the Waitaki County Council was operating in a satisfactory manner.—The chairman said he had replied that, considering the interests of the county as a whole, the step taken by the Waitaki County Council in abolishing the riding accounts was in the right direction. He had strenuously opposed the departure from the riding system at the time, but he freely admitted that with the growth of motor transport the steps taken by the council were in the best interests of the county, and the new system was working well and had his lull support.—The action of the chairman was approved. Mr R. Ruddenklau wrote endorsing the statement that the road to Tapui homestead required gravelling, as the road was becoming worse after every fall of rain. —The engineer and Cr Rutherford were authorised to have the necessary work carried out. , Mr F. J.’ Walker advised that the roau from Fuchsia Creek to Kauroo Hill required gravelling and was impassable for most of the winter.—lt was decided to call tenders for the work. . . . Six ratepayers in the Omarama district wrote stating that the road from the Broken Hut junction with the Longsnp road to Swinburn was almost impassable, and asked that it be given attention. The matter was referred to Cr Aubrey and the engineer for attention. . The North Otago Motor Association forwarded a letter from Mr A. M. Davidson, of Kurovv, in reference to the condition of the highway from Pukeuri to Omarama. The association submitted that the time had now arrived when every effort should be made to_ ensure that the motor taxation now being .diverted to the Consolidated Fund was applied for the purpose for which it was levied, ana supporting the claims of the Kurqw motorists as expressed by Mr Davidson, A letter was also received from Mrs E. A. B. Cairns drawing attention to the deplorable state of the main roads between Oamaru and Kurow, and Kurow and Omarama. —It was considered by Cr Ross that the statements made by Mr Davidson and Mrs Cairns, that the Waitaki roads were the worst in New Zealand, were so extravagant that the letters should be received and the contents noted. The engineer stated that during the past two years over 5000 yards of gravel had been put on this highway. Councillors endorsed Cr Rose’s comments, and Cr Rodman said the Motor Association should not have sent Mr Davidson’s letter to the council. The council had spent all the money available from the Highways Board on the roads, and it was not a fair thing for the association to support the letter. — The letters were received. The Oamaru Retailers’ Committee wrote supporting the reqiiest put forward some time ago by the North Otago Motor Association that the main highway between Pukeuri and Waitaki bridge should be put in order at the earliest possible date. —Crs Ross and Meek and the engineer reported that this portion of the highway was in good order at present. It was agreed that an estimate of the coat of tar-sealing should be prepared, and inquiry made as to the possibility of financing the proposal. The Main Highways Board advised that it was favourably disposed towards the suggested improvement of the formation and alignment of the highway between Kartigi and Hillgrove being undertaken by means of an unemployment camp, provided that satisfactory arrangements could be made with the Unemployment Board,, and on condition that the Waitaki County Council paid a share of the cost. —lt was decided to contribute a half (£2o)’, towards the cost of survey, with a view to carrying out the work. - Mr A. C. Hurst was granted permission to lay a half-inch pipe under the Papakaio road. . . ! Mr A. Hamilton applied tor the exemption of the south side off the northern boundary of section 49, block IV. Papar kaio. from the provisions of section 128 of the Public Works Act.—The application was granted. The Department of Lands and Survey forwarded a copy of the Gazette notice permanently reserving sections 1 to 16, block XVI, and section 50, block XXIX, for plantation purposes, and advised that the vesting of the areas in the council would be proceeded with.—Received. The State Forest Service advised that 4000 trees had been forwarded to the council. —The clerk reported that the trees had been received, 3000 now being planted at Waianakurua, and 1000 available fob. planting at Kakanui. Correspondence wag received from the Defence Department and the State Insurance Office relative to the insurance of the Duntroon Hall. The Defence Department wanted the full insurance placed with the State Office. In the event of a fire the Hall Committee would not obtain insurance on the supper room, which had been added to the building by the committee. The committee was willing to place all insurances with the State Office, but required a separate cover for the supper room to safeguard the committee’s interest. —The matter was referred to the chairman, Cr Rutherford, and the clerk. The Main Highways Board wrote inquiring whether the council was agreeable to the board issuing permits to exceed highways classification, in ' those cases where the permit was required over a length extending beyond the territory of more than one authority, and where the issue of a permit was, in the opinion of the board, considered to be justified.—lt was decided to agree to the request with reservations, the chairman, engineer, traffic inspector, and the clerk to go into the question. Circular letters were received in reference to traffic census and legislation, and also a copy of the report of the conference of traffic inspectors.—lt was agreed to assist the Highway Board in the taking of a census. The Waianakurua and Duntroon schools advised that the committees had decided to co-operate with the teachers to observe Arbor Day.—Received. The Mayor of Westport wrote protesting against the proposed extension of the life of Parliament. —Received.

Mr H. J. Lory was granted permission to remove a two-roomed house from Ardgowan and re-erect it at Ferry road. The Waitaki Electric Power Board advised that an electric' line was to be erected on the road at Otiake, but that there were large willow trees on the roadway adjacent to Messrs Taylor and Wilson’s properties, which required to be removed to make way for the board’s lines. —The board was granted permission to remove the trees. The rate for the current year was confirmed, it being decided that there would be no rebate for prompt payment. The clerk reported that with the exception of a few revaluations, the rates would be 10 per cent, less than last year’s. Cr Meek reported that the committee appointed had made a thorough inspection of the suggested stock route from Waiareka past the borough to the north, but they found no route that would warrant the" expenditure necessary to improve the present position.—The clerk was instructed to notify the borough council accordingly, pointing out that the proposed route was not practicable, even if the council were given the necessary land free. (Jr Rodman reported on the visit of councillors to the Waitaki Hydro to investigate the possibility of tree-planting on the shores of the lake to be formed by the Waitaki dam, but found it rvas impossible to tell what area would be available until the lake was formed. It was a matter that they would keep in view, and would grow trees in preparation for the proposed tree-planting scheme.

Mrs Mary Foley wrote drawing attention to the flooding of’ portion of the Awamoko road, making it impassable for cars.—The matter was referred to Cr Brewster and the engineer for attention. Mr D. Malcolm applied for permission to erect a private telephone line over the Coal Pit Hill.—Granted. Mr C. 11. Hoad applied for permission to erect buildings on county land at Omarama.—The matter was referred to Cr Aubrey and the engineer for report to next meeting. Building permits to the value of £3015, covering four applications; four public hall licenses, one petrol pump, one winemaker, and one traction engine permit were issued. ENGINEER’S REPORT.

The engineer (Mr G. T. Cuthbertson) reported tor the month as follows:—Aloeraki Riding: About one mile and a-half of the mam highway from the Kartigi railway crossing north was very bare, and required a light coat of gravel. Tenders should be called for the work. Ho had applied to the Railways Department for permission to take the top off a mound that obscured the view at Hillgrove station for traffic going towards Moeraki. The work would be suitable for unemployed labour. Maintenance gravel had been put on the Hill-grove-Moeraki highway. Otepopo Riding; He had not yet received authority from the Highways Board to call tenders for gravelling the highway under construction between Herbert and Waianakarua. Trees were being replanted in the council’s section at Waianakarua, and the land netted, as last year rabbits destroyed most of the trees. Ineholme Riding; Some maintenance gravel had been put on Fuschia Creek and Slaughter Creek roads, and ordinary surfacing carried out. The grader had not been in use pending the appointment of a new surfaceman. Mr Alexander Lamb had been appointed to the - position and would take up his duties immediately. Kakanui Riding: Tenders were called for maintenance gravel bn the Kakanui Beach road. He had held over the work on the White Rocks road in the meantime, as the gravel would be brought from the rivet and at present it was impossible to get into the pit. The contractors had made good progress with the Awamoa bridge, and it was almost completed, but it would be some time yet before it would be available for traffic. The county lorry had been' patching various roads in the riding during the month, Papakaio Riding: The unemployed men had been widening bad corners on the Devil’s Bridge road and putting maintenance gravel on the Ardgowan road. The grade* has boon laid up for repairs for a week, but it was now back on the road. He had arranged for some maintenance grayel to be put on the Waitaki High School road. The raceman reported that there was practically no water available from the river. It might be necessary to shift the intake further up if a suitable place could be found. Tenders had been called for gravelling the Uxbridge road. Waiareka Riding: Tenders had been called fop gravelling the Ngapara-Goalpit Hill. The lorry had been engaged in patching the Airedale-Weston road and other by-roads. The contractors had made a start with the maintenance gravel on the Five ForksMaruakoa road. Awamoko Riding: Some maintenance gravel had been put on the Kurow highway between Georgetown and Duntroon. Several by-roads were being patched. The unemployed were improving several bad corners on the DuntroouLivingstone road. The grader had been over several of the by-roads and maintenance gravel was being put on Menlove's Hill. Otekaike Riding: Maintenance gravel had been put on the Kurow highway between Duntroon and Kurow. The contractor had completed the concrete culvert at Mulvena’s crossing, and as soon as the approaches were finished it would be opened for traffic. The contractor would shortly be putting some maintenance gravel on Dansey’s Pass road. Ahuriri Riding: During the recent snow the roads were more or less blocked, but were now op"n for traffic. 1 Some patching had been done about Pelican Flat.— The report was adopted, and the engineer was authorised to arrange for gravelling a short length of road near the Kakanui bridge. TRAFFIC INSPECTOR’S REPORT. The traffic inspector (Mr P. Laughton) reported that during the month Waitaki, Waihemo, and Waikouaiti Counties were patrolled. . Several days were spent in checking drivers’ licenses. He reported on the conference of traffic inspectors at Wellington. Owing to the severe wintry conditions prevailing in Central Otago during the month, he had not visited the three counties in that part of the group territory.—The report was received. GENERAL. The, following tenders were received and dclalt with:—-Kakanui beach road,' 750 yards of gravel: J. APCone £l3l ss, J. W. Bradfield £162 10s. Uxbridge road, 250 yards of gravel: ,G. Pheioung £2B 2s 6d, J. W. Bradfield £29 3s 4d, J. APCone £3l ss. Ngapara-Coal Pit road, 800 yards of gravel: J. O’Brien £7B 8s Bd, J. M'Cone £79 3s 4d, C. Selman £l2O. —The lowest tender in each case was accepted. It was decided to support the Oamaru Borough Council in any representations for a grant from the Highways Board for widening the Severn street bridge and improving the view from Cross street into Severn street. KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS MAJESTIC THEATRE George Arlis s will appear at the Majestic Theatre to-day at both matinee and evening session in “ The Working Man.” This is a delightful amd highly entertaining comedy drama, in which Mr Arliss, taking the part of a wealthy manufacturer, masquerades as a small town fisherman in order to save from ruin the children of the man who bad been his bitterest rival in both business and love. A notable supporting cast includes Bette Davis, as bis leading lady, Hardio Albright in the juvenile lead, Gordon Westcctt, Theodore Newton, and J. Farrell MacDonald. The box plans are at the Bristol and the theatre. OPERA HOUSE Another excellent programme will be shown at the Opera House tb-night, Lilian Harvey appearing in “My Weakness” with Lew Ayres. It is a Fox musical comedy, and is said to provide excellent entertainment for those who like this type of film. At the matinee " to-day “Kamet Conquered,” an outstanding travel picture, will be shown, together with a specially selected programme. SALVATION ARMY FAIR There were 68 entries for the Baking Competition at the Salvation Army’s Sunshine Fair. The hall / was again crowded, and good business was done. Ttie following are the results of competition: —Dark fruit cake —Mrs Kitto, sen., 1, Mrs E. A. Hill 2. Gingerbread—Mis Kirkness 1, Miss Gwen Hamilton Chocolate cake—Mrs H. S. Campbell I, Miss F. Palmer 2. Orange cake —Aims Kathleen Hamilton 1, Aliss F. Palmer 2. Shortbread —Aliss Smyth 1, Mrs Al'Whirter 2. Sponge roll —Airs Dennison 1, Sponge cake —Aliss F. Palmer 1, Airs Kitto 2. Biscuits—Airs Hosking 1. Plain scones—Mrs Kitto 1, Airs G. Dennison 2. Date scones—Aliss Coienso I. Girdle scones—Miss F. Palmer I, Mrs Dennison 2. Oatcake —Airs Robertson 1. Pikelets —Airs Dennison 1, Miss Al. Gillies 2. Pastry—Mrs A. Todd 1, Mi’s E. Austin 2. Date loaf—Aliss Lucy Fraser 1, Airs E. A. Hill 2. Nut loaf—Mrs Hughes 1. , In the evening there was a large attendance, when a programme of vocal and instrumental items was presented by tbe Oamaru Savage Club. Ensign White presided, and at the conclusion ot the concert thanked the club for the excellent entertainment provided. Mrs J. AI. Forrester presented the prizes to the winners of the competition.

OBITUARY MRS J. E. BROAD A former resident of Oamaru, Mrs J. E. Broad, has passed away at Lower Hutt. During the time she lived in Oamaru Mrs Broad took a keen interest in local activities, and made a wide circle of friends. After leaving Oamaru, she resided at Christchurch for a time, and then went to Lower Hutt. Mr Broad predeceased her by a few years, but she is survived by a son and a daughter. The death occurred after a short illness of Air William Wallace, of Deborah, who lived in the Waiareka district all his life. Air Wallace was the third son of the late Air and Airs H. Wallace, and he received his education at the Totara School. He was engaged in dairy taming until about 10 years ago, when he retired. He was unable to take an active part in public affairs, but he was always ready to help in anything for the good of the district. He was a member ot the Totara School Jubilee Committee, and took a keen interest in the celebrations during the Easter of 1933. He was in attendance at the Totara School on the second day of its opening. Mr Wallace was a staunch supporter of the Tctara Presbyterian Church, There is one surviving brother, Mr John Wallace, of Arun street, Oamaru. WOMEN’S DIVISION The Herbert branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union held a successful concert, the hall being crowded. Airs Alarshall (president) extended a welcome to the large gathering. A play reading, “ They’re None of Them Perfect,” was presented by Mesdames Trotter, Alarshall, Aitchison, Ballantine, C. Thomson, and E. Hill, and it was well received by the audience. The second part was a “ nigger ” minstrel entertainment in costume by Alessrs C. Thompson, Hooper, Crammond, Al'Eacheran, Alesdames W. Aitchison, A. Campbell, Hooper, Boutherway, E. Hill, Hore, J. Budge, Kent, Arthur Wilson, Alisses M. Irvine, AI. Caldwell, J. and R. Falls, AI. Kirkwood, AI. Al'Eacheran, A. Wilson, J. Hooper. The accompaniments were played by Mrs G. Thompson (piano) and Aliss Irvine (violin). At the conclusion of the concert Air A. Budge moved a vote of thanks to the performers and all those who had assisted to make the evening a success. After supper a dance was held to music supplied by Air and Mrs C. Thompson, extras being played by Misses Audrey Paterson and V, Cameron and Air Alitchell. The duties of AI.C. were carried out by Air P. Davis. The -third birthday of the Herbert branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union was held in the Herbert Hall. There were visitors present from the Hampden, Alaheno, Kia Ora, Weston, Oamaru, Pukeuri, and Hiiderthorpe branches, and also from the Kakanui and Waianakarua Women’s Institutes. The president (Airs Alarshall) extended a welcome to the guests, and gave a talk on the aims and objects of the division and the good work done by the members. Dancing was much enjoyed, the music being supplied by Mr and Airs C. Thompson. Mr P, Davis carried out the duties of M.C. The lucky spot waltz was won by Mr J. Lindsay and Aliss Audrey Paterson. Extras for the dance were played by Aliss V. Cameron and Aliss Audrey Paterson. Progressive euchre was also played, the prizes being won by Air T. Falconer and Airs H. Robertson, and the consolation prizes by Air J. Dick and Mrs J. Douglass. During tbe evening the following contributed to the musical part of the evening’s entertainment: — Vocal duets—Airs G. Thompson and Airs Kent, Misses E. and J. Hooper; songs— Airs Kirton, Aliss M. Irvine, and Air Ballantine; recitations, Airs Aitchison. The accompaniments were played by Mesdames C. Thompson, Al’Latchie, Ballantine, and Miss E. Hooner. Supper was served bv the ladies. The birthday cake of two tiers, with three candles, was brought in and cut by Airs Marshall, and pieces were handed round by the junior members. , Air J, Rodman spoke of the aims and objects of the Woman's Division, and. on behalf of the visitors, extended good wishes to the Herbert branch. Dancing was then continued for a time. OVERSEAS MAILS Alails close at the Chief Post Office, Oamaru, as under: — Saturday, July 28. —Australian States, via Alelbourne (per Waitaki from Bluff), closing at 8 p.m. Alonday, July 30. —Nauru and Ocean Island (per Fiscus) by south express at 1 p.m. Late fee letters 1.20 p.m. Wednesday, August 1. —Great Britain, Ireland, Contingent of Europe, also Central and Western South America, via Panama (Rangitiki from Wellington). Correspondence must be specially addressed. By north express at 2 p.m. Late fee letters 2.20 p.m. Due London September 7. . . Friday, August 3. —Great Britain, Ireland, Continent of Europe, also South America, via Montevido (Kumara from Wellington). Correspondence must be specially addressed. By north express at 2 p.m. Late fee letters 2.20 p.m. Due London September 12. Australian States, South Africa, and the East (per Wanganella from Wellington), by north express at 2 p.m. Late fee letters 2.20 p.m. Australian States, via Sydney (per Aorangi from Auckland), by north express at 2 p.m. Late fee letters 2.20 p.m. ' . Alonday, August 6. —Rarotonga, Tahiti, United States of America, Canada, Alexico, Eastern States of South America, Great Britain, Ireland, and Continent of Europe, also air mail correspondence for United States of America and Canada, via San Francisco (per Alaunganui from Wellington), by north express at 11.15 a.m. Late fee letters 11.35 a.m. Alail due in London about September 4. INCOAIING AIAILS, (Approximate dates.) August 2. —Golden Coast: American. August 3. —Rangitane: English. August 4. —Wanganella: Australian, August 7. — Aorangi: English and American. GENERAL NEWS High water at Oamaru.—July 28; 4.5 a.m. and 4.29 p.m. July 29: 4.55 a.m. and 5.18 p.m. On August 9 Alessrs Mulligan and Forbes will conduct an auction sale of furniture under instructions from the Rev. Walter Alaclean, who is leaving Oamaru. The furniture includes a Chesterfield suite, oak roll-top cutler desk, oak sideboard, oak table and chairs, easy chairs, a Singer sewing machine, bedroom furniture, and other household effects. The Upper Waitaki Farmers’ Union and Women’s Division will meet in the Otiake Hall to-night. Nominations for the Open and Maiden Stakes being run at the North Otago Coursing Club’s meeting on August 4 will close with the secretary (Air W. A. Atkinson) on Tuesday. . . There was a record attendance ot visitors from all parts at the jubilee ball of the Otepopo bachelors. The hall was artistically decorated for the occasion by Alesdames Reid and Hore. Music was supplied by Bremner’s orchestra (Oamaru) extras being played by Misses V. Cameron and Audrey Paterson. Messrs A. Aitchison, AI. Wilson, and P. Davis carried out the duties of M.C. The supper arrangements were in tbe hands of Alesdames Reid and Hore. Alessrs J. Davis (chairman) and S. Anderson (secretary) and the committee are to be congratulated on the success of the ball. In basketball games played between North School and Enfield, at Enfield, vesterdav. Enfield won the A game by 23 to 6. and North School the B game by 22 to 2. The Rugby match between the schools was drawn, three all. The town children were very hospitably entertained by the Enfield residents. Yesterday afternoon Master R. Smart secured a frost fish five feet two inches in length and weighing 101 b. The fish was caught on the beach ofl Caledonian road. POWER RATE FOR BAPTIST CHURCH With reference to a letter signed “ Consumer ” in yesterday’s issue, we are informed that Air Robert ATilligan, chairman of the Waitaki Electric Power Board, was not secretary of the Biptist Church when application was made by it to the board for a service for intermittent water-heating, and that he took no part in the determination of the rate of 2d per unit, which was, in fact, unanimously agreed to by the board.

COMMERCIAL OAMARU MARKETS Oats. —The oats market continues weak, and consignments which have been sent to Auckland have realised prices even below f.o.b. parity. Farmers are now inquiring for seed Gartou oats, and have commenced to book their orders for delivery next month. Southern merchants are still firm in their ideas of values for grade oats, and have not reduced their reserves. Wheat.—The fowl wheat market appears slightly weaker, but, as supplies are now getting short, it is not anticipated that the market will recede very far. There is no business in the milling wheat market, although there has been a fair inquiry from the North Island fo: good whole fowl wheat, and particularly wheat on sample. Partridge Peas.—Canterbury merchants report that fair sales have been_ made for shipment overseas. This has evidently been brought about by the effects of the dry weather on the crops in the_ northern hemisphere. The difficulty with the North Otago peas is their condition, and these must be sold as undergrade. Seeds.—All seed markets remain steady and firm. In view of the shortage of ryegrass, cocksfoot, etc., farmers are now commencing to book their orders for spring sowing. Samples of cowgrass which have been seen recently have been badly frosted, and these lines are difficult to sell. Stock.—The following private sales were transacted:—Fat ewes, 17s 6d; fat wethers, 20s; one dairy cow. £3; six-year-old gelding, £37; five-year-old mare, £37. DOG TRIALS CLUB FORMED AT TOKARAHI At a well-attended meeting at Tokarahi it was decided to form a Tokarahi Collie Dog Club and hold a dog trial in 1935. The following officers .were elected:— Patron, Air J. J. Hore; president, Air W. B. M'Cone; vice-presidents—Alessrs A. L. Alurray, A. D. Al'Kenzie, and A. Gardiner; secretary. Air A. J. Hore; treasurer, Air J. Simpson; committee —Alessrs W. Simpson, V. Bleach, G. Hore, F. R. Duthie, A. Henderson, J. Haugh, W. Blanchard, L. Bloomfield, Walter Sommerville, B. G. Porter, R. Hutton, W. Laird, R. Simpson, C. Hore, P. Smith. Alessrs A. Henderson, W. APCone, and A. D. Al'Kenzie were requested to find suitable grounds for the holding of the trials. WOMEN’S INSTITUTE The monthly meeting of the Kakanui Women’s Institute was presided over by Mrs J. M. Smith. There was a good attendance of members, and the roll call, “ Aly Alother’s Favourite Song,” was well responded to. In the competition, “ Collection of Biscuits,” Airs I. Al'Phail was first and Airs J. M. Smith second, both prize winners showing an exceptionally fine display of biscuits. A home science box on “ Quilting ” was then discussed, and was much appreciated, members taking a keen interest in the specimens of quilting shown. Airs Smith was asked to select a piano for the institute, and it was decided to hold a euchre tournament and dance in aid of the funds for the instrument. The hostesses were Alesdames J. J. Alaffey and W. G. Wilson. Alesdames Maffey and Al'Phail sang a duet, and were accompanied by Aliss Maffey (banjo). The competition, “ Trees,” was won by Airs Rowlands. The president (Airs D. Kennedy) occupied the chair at a meeting of the Awa-moko-Georgetown Women’s Institute. A motion of sympathy was carried with Airs J. Elder in the death of her father. Aliss N. Ledingham was appointed the delegate to the half-yearly conference. Invitations were received from the Eveline Women’s Institute to its birthday party. It wag decided to hold a sale to help the Blind Institute. It was also decided that next month each member should bring articles and food to be sent to the relief depot. The roll call for a labour-saving hint was well responded to. The competition for the best hand-worked apron was won by Aliss D. Aliles and Airs Elder (equal). • “How to re-foot old stockings” was the subject of, a very instructive demonstration by Airs Ludemann. A social half-hour was conducted by Alisses P. Kennedy and N. Ledingham, and afternoon tea was served by the hostesses, Mrs J. Geddes and Miss L. Freeman. PERSONAL Regret was expressed by councillors at the Waitaki County Council meeting yesterday at the passing of a number of citizens of North Otago during the past month. Reference was made to the interest taken in the welfare of the district by Messrs George Stringer, J. R. Gilchrist, Alexander Clark, Walter Smith, Fleming Robertson, George Thompson, James Finlayson, and Thomas M'Lay, and motions of sympathy were passed with the relatives. A further motion of sympathy with Mrs J; AI. Forrester in the death of her brother was passed Queen’s Hotel. —Mr A. C. Towsey, Mr R. G. Bradley (Auckland), Air J. E. Simmons, Air W. J. White, Mr John Bradley (Dunedin), Mr and Airs B. Jones and child (Christchurch). Miramar Hotel. —Air and Mrs A. Shaw and two children (Omarama), Air F. Rawstorn (Dunedin), Mr-J. F. Sharp, Mies F. Alnllen, Aliss J. Alullen (Invercargill), Mr and Airs C. W. Hiilcastle, Air E. Pel an (Christchurch), Air and Mrs Johnstone (Outram), Mr L. Harkness (Baiclutha), Air N. Collins (Kaitangqta). HOCKEY Teams for to-day:— Arawa A Ladies’ team- v. Alaheno. — Alisses E. Kidd, E. Patterson, O. Campbell, AI. Lee, G. Campbell, E. Aikenhead, AI. Alushett, E. Symon, G. Bremner, v. Barsclell, H. Alurtagb. Oamaru Alen’s team v. Totara, at a p-ITl —Brown, Blair, Amott, Shirkey, M'Callum, Hides, Nesbitt, Beswick, Dobson, Willett, Hore. Alunicipal Alen’g team v. Rovers. —C. Rawstron, W. Bremner, K. Bremner, A. Bremner, T. Pheioung, F. Pheioung, G. Al'Kenzie, F. Scott, P. Amies, A. Alayne, A. Gillies, G. Al'Leod. Totara Alen’s team. —Rawson. Lindsay. Scally, Whitrow, Richardson, Wharton, Stringer (2), Wilson (2), Clark (s)..■ Rovers Men’s Team. —Frew, Brain, Jacobs, Scott, Hedges, Thorpe, M’Donald, Coker. Pride, Hodge, Anderson; Tiddy. The following players will represent Tokarahi v. Windsor to-day at 2.30 p.m.: —AI. Hill. AI. Wilson, M. O’Brien, Mrs Lynskey, E. Bloomfield, E. O’Brien, E. Wallace, AI. Duff, AI. Al'Clean, B. Dobson. H. Barnes. CHURCH SERVICES Services at the Oamaru Wesley Church to-morrow will be held in the morning at 11 and in the evening at 6.30, the Rev. J. F., Jack being the preacher. In the evening the anthem, “ The Everlasting Strength,” will be sung, and Miss Marjorie Tweed will render a solo. At St. Paul’s Church the Rev. Brian Kilroy will take for hie morning subject “A God Unashamed,” and in the evening will preach by request on the text “And the Lord God formed man of the dust.” At the evening service Mr W. Denholm will render the solo, " Consider and Hear Me.” , , ’Hie services at St. Luke’s to-morrow will be conducted by Veu. Archdeacon Russell. Holy communion will be celebrated at 8, and also at Newborough at ]1 and Enfield at 2.30. Evensong will be at 6.30. with a solo, “If With All Your Hearts,” by Air Hinton. Air Lightwood will take matins at St. Luke’s at 11 and Air Brady will officiate at Newborough at 6.30. GOLF Congratulations are to be offered to Miss H. Sumpter and C. R. Hedges on winning the Banks Cup.- having defeated Miss C. Lane and T. Hedges 3 up and 2 to play after a good display of golf. SHIPPING NOTES The Waipiata is expected on Alonday to load for Wellington and Auckland, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Wainui is expected on Wednesday to load for Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne, via Timaru and Lyttelton.

The Opihi is expected next Friday to load for Wellington, Nelson, and New Plymouth, via Timaru and Lyttelton. MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING The following were the scores registered at the weekly shoot of the Weston Club:—A. Howell 79, H. Stevenson 79, H. M'Naughton 79, B. Campbell 79, G. Campbell 78, A. M‘Naughton 78, W. West 78, D. Park 77, W. Sewell 77, A. K. M'Naughton 77, J. Howell 76, L. Clark 76, L. Park 76, B. Brightwell 76, L. Campbell 73, W. Lanev 73, A. Harvey 72.