NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22352, 28 August 1934, Page 11

NORTH OTAGO

(FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT.)

RUGBY FOOTBALL NELSON v. NORTH OTAGO The attention of Rugby supporters is directed to the starting time of the Nel-son-North Otago match to-morrow, which was inadvertently announced at 2.45 p.m.,. •whereas it should have been 2.15 p.m. A good, cur tain-raiser is being arranged, and the earlier start has been arranged to meet the convenience of patrons. The visitors will arrive here to-day from the north, . and will attend the community sing to-night, when they will receive a reception at the hands of the Mayor (Mr M. .IV .Cponey). ■ This being the last representative match to .be held this season in ..Oainaru,’ it is anticipated that good numbers will attend, the Show Grounds, as with-.the excellent showing of the local players against South Canterbury, and With a ; : good touring side from Nelson, bright attractive football should be provided. ' ' *, ■ ; NORTH OTAGO TEAM V Full-back, Easton; three-quarters— M'&eniie, Frame, Cameron; five-eighths, Mason, Calder; half-back,' Stichman; forwards—Carrodus, M‘Phee, Hollands, Newlands. Grant,' Dougherty, Esplin, M‘Donaid (captain); emergencies—backs, Donaldson. Palmer; forwards, Carrington, L. Wilton- ' : TbW referee will ha Mr M. F. Woodward., "'■■ ' ■ NELSON TEAM Full-back, Glover; three-quarters—Hip-polite, Watadn, Busch; five-eighths, Boyce, Caray;. half-back, Mellish; forwards — Smith. Fleet, Ferguson, MUcan, Max, Hippolita, Senwass, Craig; emergencies— Di'ammond, Thompson, Simpson, Kotua. MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING The following are the results of the weekly shoot of the Awamoko Club;—G;Gibson 80, A. Gibson 80, W. Gibson 79, D. Knight 74, F. MTCeown 71. E. Williams 71, JD. Willetts 70, A. Winchester 69, B. Strachan 68. The results of the previous shoot held by this club are as follower—R. Fillingham 80, W. Gibson 78, X. Williams 78, G, Gibson 77, A. Gibatm 76, J. Brunton 75, B. King 74, D. Willetts 74, F. M'Keown 72, R. Strachan T2; J.vXmslie 71, A. Winchester 70, The second trophy ; presented by Mr E. S. Brewster was won by W. Gibson, with J. Brnnton second. The trophy ■ pre■anted by.Mr K. Thomaar was annexed by R. Strachan, with R. Fillingham second. At the South Island Champion■hip ahoot, recently held at Timaru J. Brnnton was well up in the prize-list, / hi scores being 80 and 79. WOMEN’S DIVISION, FARMERS’ UNION Thera was a good attendance of members at the monthly meeting of the > Enfield' branch’’ of; the Women’s * Division ' of. the Farmers’ .Union. “ Housework. I dislike’ least ’’- brought forth many: interesting, ideas; » Mrs Manson! reported on the recent, conference in Wellington, and was accorded a.hearty;votc of ,-thanks. The competition for-the. evening was the best nigntdreM: > costing not! (more than 3*. 6d, first-prize i going to Miss Manson, with 'Miss Bean • second; A demonstration on -the making- of pastry was given by Miss Manson. Supper terminated an enjoyable meeting. . ' MEN’S HOCKEY H. G.Horp, a member of the Oamaru Men’s Hockey Club, , baa been selected in the New Zealand team ■; for ' the hockey test match against Australia, to be played at Dunedin;on September 8. This player has also bad ‘ the; honour of being appointed vice-captain of the team. Here is to be congratulated -on his selection, and: His play ..will \ be; followed ..closely by •• a large.number.of-supporters in Oamaru. Messrs H. W- Thomas and T, W. Jacobs hive been: .appointed* by 5 the : New Zealand Association r, to ■: referee the, match ■between North - Otago . and -Australia,; to be. played ; at .the Oamaru' Show Grounds - bn Monday,; September 10.'

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

BEAUTIFYING SOCIETY PLANTING PROGRAMME A meeting of the Oamaru Beautifying Society was held, the president (Dr A. Douglas) occupying the chair. The curator of the public gardens (Mr J. Tait) reported on the work that was being carried out by the society-at present in Arun street. Twenty-one trees had been planted, and holes had been prepared for 16 priinus trees in Greta street, which would be a great improvement.. A start would be made in the planting of cherry trees on Thames highway. Shrubs would be, planted along Isis street and when the fence of the rhododendron dell was removed at .the railway side_ of this area the dell would be. greatly improved. Last week the replacing of trees near .the railway in Humber street had been commenced, and about 100 cabbage trees would be planted there. Dr A. Douglas reported that he had met the engineer of the Railways'Department, and they had inspected the ground near the railway from Thames street to Severn street. Permission had. been given to plant and improve the area to within eight feet of the ’middle of the railway , line. He referred to-the manner in which improvements could be carried out.—Messrs R. L. Banks and J. Tait were appointed to supervise the details of the work. Mrs J. M. Forrester referred to the improvements that could be carried out to the shrubbery near the Drill Hall, and these suggestions were referred to a subcommittee which was appointed. y Accounto amounting to £4 2s 4d were passed for payment. Dr Douglas referred to the necessity of replenishing the society’s nursery, which had been greatly depleted through planting carried out- recently.—On _ the motion of Mr J. H. Main it was decided to set aside £25 for the purchase of trees and shrubs. Mr J. Robertson moved that permission be applied for from the Borough Council to plant cherry trees on the east side of the Thames highway from Orwell street to Weaver street.—Miss Miller seconded the motion, which was carried. Mr Banks moved that the council’s permission be obtained to plant trees on- the north side of the roadway in; Severn street from Cross street to Coquet street. —After some discussion as •to the :most suitable manner in which to plant the street, the motion was carried. Mrs J. M. Forrester suggested that improvements be carried out .to the south face of Hospital Hill, and a sub-commit-tee comprising Mrs Forrester and Messrs J. H. Main and Tait were appointed with power to act. OAMARU UNEMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE The weekly meeting of the Oamaru Unemployment Committee was held yesterday morning, the Mdyor (Mr M.-.F. Cooney) occupying the chair. The following; applications undpr 4a scheme were approved:-r-Kia. Ora farmer, one man..extension for eight weeks, wages 10s; .-Wfu* ■anakurua, one man, eight weeks, 10s; Waiareka, one man, eight weeks, 10s; Glcnavy, one man,, eight weeks, TOs.. The certifying officer (Mr J. G.\ Adair) reported that there were 401 registered unemployed at the beginning of last week, .35'new applications had’been received, 10 sent to private employment, IT removed, leaving 415 at the end of the. week. COMMUNITY SING The Nelson Rugby footballers will ho present at to-night’s session of community singing to be held in the Opera House from 6.45 to 7.45 p.m., and a hearty welcome will he extended to the visitors. Doors will be open at, 6.30 p.m., and from then until . 6.45 p.m. Rae’s New Gaiety Orchestra will play selections, after which the singing will be commenced under the leadership of Messrs Graham Dickel and J. Weir; Mrs Loper will be at the piano. ‘ To-night’s session .promises to be one of .the most successful held this year, and the Opera House should be crowded to its utmost capacity, so that;it will'be advisable to attend early ’to-night. The proceeds will be: in aid of the Mayoress’s Relief Fund. ' ■ -

OBITUARY MR EBENEZER PIPER By the death yesterday morning, after a brief illness, of Mr Ebcrnezer Piper, aged 78 years. North Otago baa lost one of its most highly esteemed citizens. Mr Piper was the youngest son of the Rev. Anson-Piper, and was horn at Letbani. Forfarshire, Scotland. He received his early commercial training ;jn one of the Dundee jute factories making frequent trips to the Continent in the course of his duties. Unfortunately for his commercial career. his health became so impaired that a change of climate was essential, and while still a young man he came out in a sailing vessel to New Zealand. Of cheerful, courageous disposition, he overcame his physical disabilities, readily adapting himself to the new conditions. He secured a position as sole teacher at Teaneraki, North Otago, where he spent some years before coming to Oamaru half a century ago as first assistant at f the Middle School. Thirty years ago he was appointed headmaster at the Green Island School, where he served for, some, years before-retiring on superannuation. Mr Piper was a very successful teacher, having the happy faculty of imparting knowledge to his pupils in a manner that made his’ subjects exceedingly interesting to youthful minds. His knowledge of music and his ability in this direction enabled him to take an active part in| musical accomplishments in Oainaru. He conducted performances of Gilbert and Sullivan’s operas produced by the Oamaru Operatic Society over a period of some years. He was a member of St. Luke's Church choir for many years, and while at Green .Island organised an orchestra that reached a very pleasing standard of excellence. As a young man he played a prominent part in the volunteers, filling the position of sergeant-major of the North Otago Rifles. , 1( Upon his retirement Mr Piper returned’ to Oamaru, where he undertook secretarial work, and for some years was secretary of the Agricultural and Pastoral . Association, the Malay Rubber Company, and the Oamaru Fire Board. His was a charming personality, his cheery nature winning for him numerous friends, while his talents and integrity were deeply appreciated by.the community with whom, in various capacities he came in contact. Soon after he came to Oamaru he married the daughter of the late Mr A. J. S. Headland. His wife predeceased him many years ago. He is survived by two sons and thyeo daughters. ; ; MR RICHARD YOUNG * , By. the, death of Mr Richard Young, at the age of 71 years, North Otago has lost another old resident. Mr Young was a boilermaker, and was at one time in the employ of the late Mr Alexander Martin, of Awamoa, and then of the •North Otago Foundry. .. He had lately been at Waitaki Hydro. Mr Young had been a resident of Oamaru for many years, and sympathy will bo extended to his widow by his many friends. NORTH OTAGO RUGBY UNION MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE The weekly meeting of the Management Committee was held last night, the. president (Mr A. A. Mays)' occupying the chair. ■’ , •' The Third and Fourth Grade competitions were declared closed, Southern and Athletic being the winners.—-The ; sceretray was instructed to convey the union’s congratulations to ■ these teams. .• '■ M; Wisnesky attended the meeting and explained that ‘he 'had produced, a pass and had received a signal from the gatekeeper to ; proceed into the grounds, and neither of : the "Harle- brothers had influenced him to .drive .through; He thought they; had ‘ passes.—Wisnesky’s suspension was: unanimously removed; - , ' v - ■ ••: ' Eastern Districts (Palmerston)' wrote confirming -September 1 8 -for' the senior representative match ■ at Palmerston • and the junior representative ’miatch •at Oamaru.—Received. The 'Oamaru Chamber of : Commerce wrote that the Retailers’ Committee regretted that it could not accede to the union’s request to close for the NelsonNorth Otago match to-morrow, ’ bjit tne applications of ‘ the employees wishing to see the match would be favourably considered. by the employers.;—Received. The Southern Club wrote entering four teams in the seven-a-side tournament, and permission was granted the club to travel to Duntroon.to play in the Waitaki seven; a-side tournament; ' . The, Duntroon Club wrote asking that a return' match : between the Duntroon Juniors and Old Boys’ Third Grade' be played at Oamaru on Saturday.—The request was referred to, the Old Boys’ Club, the ground;to be allotted. • DRAW' FOR SATURDAY ; Seniors.—Clark Shield: Old- Boys v. Duntroon, at Oval,, at 2.45 pan. Juniors;—Final of Ralph Cup; Athletic v. Excelsior, at' Oval. at. 1.45 pan;; Duntroon Juniors v. Old Boys (Third Grade), No. 2, at’ 2.45 p.m. MAJESTIC THEATRE “ THE SILENCE OF DEAN MAITLAND" , The dramatic story of “ The Silence of Dean Maitland,” showing at the Majestic Theatre to-night and Wednesday, with special matinee this afternoon, is well known. A story, delicately: woven-around the life of-a man of the Church—a man with a man’s,strength—and a man’s weakness. He fought against the appeal of Alma Lee—his soul struggled, -and .was lost in. a vortex of conflicting emotions. He sinned,- and will .be hated for it, but later ,he will be pitied. And when he 'courageously rises in’his pulpit, fearlessly facing a large congregation,-; it-/is •an anguished voice that cries, “I am that man,” and the long silence is broken at last. 'U : vE ' '■ ' Record business has been the order elsewhere,with this q,ttracjtipn.- Plans arc at the-Bristol for the;Oamaru season'. personal - At the Rugby Union meeting last night a motion of condolence was passed: with A. Wilson, a- representative player,; in the death of bin father. , V • ' Mr T. M. Ball, engineer of the Highways District Council, will pay a visit to Oamaru to-day and address members at the annual meeting of the North Otago r Motor Association to-night.' = Queen’s Hotel.—Mrs F. Duncan, Mr. and Mrs C. C. Holmes, Mr B. Smith, Miss Chambers, Miss Whitwell (Wellington), Miss F. C.' Holmes, Mr A; ;C. Holmes, Mr G, . Millies, Mr N. D. Murie, Mr J. J. Beard, Mr P. G. Ward, Mr A. Haig (Dunecliu). Mr and Mrs Norman Tingey, Mr N. M'.Causland (Chi’istchurch), Mrs L. W. Hudson. Mr and Mrs O. Vogan, Master H. Vogan (New Brighton) . KAKANUI WOMEN’S INSTITUTE The president (Mrs J. M. Smith) presided oyer a large attendance of members and visitors at the monthly meeting of the Kakanui Women’s Institute. The motto was: “Happiness is like perfume; you cannot sprinkle it on others without getting a few drops on yourself.” The roll call, “Where I Would like to spend a fortnight’s holiday,” was answered by all present, Queenstown being the favourite. Arrangements were, discussed in connection with the birthday social on September 19. The president introduced Mr Duncan, of Oamaru, who,, with a portable Singer sewing machine electrically driven, gave An interesting and instructive demonstration on ffie use of the various attachments and good advice on the correct oil and threads to use. He was accorded a very hearty vote of thanks. Afternoon tea was dispensed by the hostesses, Mrs MThail and Miss Dough- , erty.