NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22544, 11 April 1935, Page 13

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT (FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT.) UNDERTAKERS . ' WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

WINDSOR PARK BRANCH A very pleasant afternoon was silent by members of the Windsor Park Women's Institute when they foregathered to do honour to the retiring president (Mrs Webster). There was a good attendance, and the afternoon was spent in games and musical items. After a much-appre-ciated afternoon tea the vice-president (Mrs Johnstone), on behalf of the branch, thanked Mrs Webster for her good work for_ the branch during the past year, which remarks were supported by Mesdames Watson and Forrest. Little Aileen Craig presented a beautiful bouquet to Mrs Webster, and Mrs Watson, on behalf of the members, presented Mrs Webster with a reading lamp as a small token of the esteem in which she w r as held. A suitable acknowledgment of the gift and good wishes was made by Mrs Webster. NORTH OTAGO INSTITUTES A well-attended meeting of the various Womens Institutes of North Otago was held in St Luke’s Hall on Tuesday. Mrs Ayson (president of the Otago Federation) introduced Mrs Kelso (Dominion organiser), who was present to assist in the formation of the North Otago Federation. After explaining the aims and objects of the federation, and also the benefits to be derived. Mrs Kelso duly moved that a North Otago Federation be formed, which was unanimously carried. The e^ec * j,on of executive officers resulted as follows:—President, Mrs Weblr er Tx ( 7l V i ncLs , o £ P ark ); vice-president, Mrs Whyte (Papakaio) ; secretary, Mrs Robertson (Eveline); treasurer and voluntary organiser, Miss Pattle (Awa-moa-Alma); press correspondent. Miss Taylor (Windsor); Mrs Mays'(Eveline); MrsJ\ Scully (Moeraki). Ihe enthusiasm and co-operation of members present augured well for the success of the newly-formed federation. While the morning was given up entirely to business of the meeting, the afternoon took the form of a social entertainment, and a dress parade by members attired in various costumes belonging to the days of their grandmothers, and also vocal items by Mrs Bullock and Mrs Souness, were greatly enjoyed and appreciated. The accompamments were played by Mesdames Dodds, Watson, and Miss Pattle. hollowing an enjoyable afternoon tea, community singing was indulged in, after which Mrs Webster and Mrs Whyte, on behalf of the federation, presented dainty freesia sprays to Mrs Kelso and Mrs Ayson, who on returning thanks were accorded musical honours. A most successful meeting was brought to a close by the singing of the National Anthem. RALPH CONNOR Judging by the reception that Dr C. W. Gordon has received in different towns of the Dominion, and also from the generous booking at the Bristol, there is no doubt that he, more popularly known as Ralph Connor, will be greeted rT a, bumper house to-night. ~ r Gordon in his books is loved for his insight into the lot of men among whom he has worked—on the ranch, among the lumber men, the trappers, and ~e n frontier men at the war—in a ,° , w hich he enters into their homes and shows each a depth of fellow-feeling and understanding of their difficulties, tnat there is no wonder he is so popuSince then the -world has changed. The boom and depression, with their very real problems, have come and are still with us, and it is on this topic that the public will hear Ralph Connor to-night. Like many Canadian pastors. Dr Gordon has a width of vision and freedom from convention which will make a strong appeal to the people of the Dominion, and m his lecture, “The New World,” problems that are real and vital will be dealt with and their solution attached. His Worship the Mayor (Mr Prank Cooney) will preside at the Opera House, and also invites citizens to the civic reception to be held this afternoon at the Council Chambers at 3 o’clock. By special arrangement the price of admission for school boys and girls has been made sixpence each downstairs. All bookings are without extra charge, and proceeds are in aid of the Oamaru Plunket Society. PORT OF OAMARU High Water—April 11: 9.56 a.m. and 10.22 p.m. The Wainui is expected on Wednesday, April 17, to load for Wellington, Napier and Gisborne, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Kaimiro loaded at Westport on Tuesday with coal for Oamaru, She is expected here about Saturday. The Wingatui loaded sugar and general cargo at Auckland on March 29, and is due at Oamaru to-day, when she will oad for Auckland, via Timaru. She will load sugar and general cargo at Auckland for Oamaru on April 20. The Karetu will assist the Waikouaili to maintain the Newcastle-Sydney-South Island, New Zealand, service. After leaving Newcastle afiout April 29, the Karetu will call at Sydney, thence to Hobart, and_ will load cargo for Oamaru for direct discharge. Messrs Dalgety and Co., as agents for the Shaw, Savill and Albion Co.. Ltd., advise that the m.v. Karamea will load 24,000 freight carcasses and general cargo for London on Tuesday, April 16. The Orepuki is expected about Wednesday* April 24, to load for Wellington, Nelson and New Plymouth.

MUSICAL RECITAL AN OUTSTANDING PRESENTATION The Hall of Memories of the Waitaki Boys’ High School was the scene, on Tuesday evening, of one of the most outstanding musical recitals given in Oamaru, and the large attendance of musiclovers must have appreciated to the full the beautiful music presented under the direction of Mr George E. Wilkinson. The greater proportion of, the programme was to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the births of Handel and Bach. Those who admire and enjoy the works of these two great composers—the one famed for his oratorios and the other the “Father of Fugues ” —-were treated to a selection of their most enjoyable compositions, which were not too far above appreciation by the general public. The numbers were carefully selected to suit their mediums of expression—the majestic grandeur of the organ, the balanced tone and expression of a very fine choir, the sweet quality of tenor and soprano soloists, and, the lighter strains of stringed instruments. Every item was received with such appreciative applause that it was clearly shown how impressed the usually rather undemonstrative Oamaru audience was. It nuist have been very gratifying to Mr Wilkinson and to every performer to see that their efforts in interpreting tlie works of two such geniuses were so deeply appreciated. The standard of music demonstrated ‘the large amount of talent to be found among Oamaru musicians, and it is to bo hoped that more such recitals will be given in Oamaru. Bringing an outstanding programme to a close, Beethoven’s “ Choral Fantasia ” for chorus, piano and o'rcliestra was a delightful piece of work. To many the works of this composer are preferred to the individual styles of Bach and Handel, and it seemed to be that the audience enjoyed this composition more than its predecessors. It was a fitting finale to the evening’s musical treat. The programme opened with Handel’s “ Richard 111 ” overture, played by Mr George E. Wilkinson on the organ, and the number was an indication to the audience of what lay in store. Mr Wilkinson played this number very impressively, bringing out the dignity and expression of the composition with delightful effect. The next performer was Mr J. Hinton, who presented two numbers from Handel’s “Jeptha” recitative, “Deeper and Deeper Still” and the beautiful aria “Waft Her Angels to the Skies.” Mr Hinton/who is the possessor of a very sweet tenor voice, sang these numbers with expression and trueness of tone. The very large choir, comprising Cohimba Church choir augmented by a large number of friends, presented for its initial number the well-known chorus “ Surely He Hath Borne Our Griefs,” from Handel’s “Messiah.” This number showed the care taken in the selection of the voices and the assiduous practice put in by the choirmaster and members. The balance, of the voices was good, although the sopranos I may have been a little too powerful to the detriment of the male voices. However, the chorus was exceedingly well presented, the accompaniment on the organ being very fine. The next soloist was Mrs A. Chase, whose sweet soprano voice was heard to excellent effect in two arias, “ Silent Worship ” and the “ Dance Song,” from Handel’s “ Ptolomy.” Both numbers were very well sung, and the second one, with its trills and runs so typical of Handel’s w r orks, was particularly well pi-esented. Mr Wilkinson concluded the numbers by Handel with his _ minuet, “ Berenice,” played very pleasingly on the organ. The first number by Bach was the choralr composition, “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring.” The choir again sang very well, the accompaniment to the piece being exceedingly fine. A rather difficult though tuneful aria by Bach, “My Heart Ever Faithful,” was entrusted to Mrs J. L. South, whose soprano voice was heard to effect in this number. She sang this piece very attractively, bringing out the melody and expression to the sympathetic organ accompaniment. Bach was, perhaps. best known for his fugues, and Mr Wilkinson demonstrated on the organ how this composer brought out such music in his splendid playing of “Fugue in D.” Mr J. Hinton was again heard in an aria, this time it being Bach’s “ Only Be Still,” from one of Bach’s church contatas, which he sang very attractively. The subdued sweetness of the organ was the outstanding feature of the solo by Mr Wilkinson, “Air on G string,” from Bach’s “Suite in D,” which was greatly appreciated by the’audience. A further number from tills suite, “ Gavotte,” was presented as a string quartet by Messrs L. South, D. Heinz, R. J. and C. R. Meldrum. This was another number that was much enjoyed, and the playing was of a very good standard. This concluded the numbers by Bach. Beethoven’s “ Choral Fantasia ” proved a delightful presentation, and, although it took a long time to complete, the audience enjoyed every note of it, and demanded an encore. The fantasia is composed for piano, orchestra, and chorus, but on this occasion the organ was substituted for the orchestra. Miss Isobel Dawson was the solo pianist, and Mr Wilkinson was at the organ. The composition commenced with the pianoforte introduction played really delightfully by Miss Dawson. Then the organ blended in with the strains of the piano, and with perfect understanding and balance the glorious melody of the piece was brought out on the two instruments. The choir came in with the beautiful choral section, and in a magnificent climax the fantasia was brought to a close. The three sections —piano, organ, and choir—were truly splendid, and the effect produced was shown in the applause that greeted the performers when the last note died away. So much did the audience enjoy the number that it demanded that the last portion be sung again. The second presentation was no less impressive, and formed a fitting finale to an outstanding musical presentation. The impressive interior of the Hall of Memories was a contributing factor to the success of the recital, and the organ enhanced every number. Much credit is due to Mr Wilkinson for the organisation and direction of the presentation, as the choral work especially reflected the time and attention he had given to ensuring the success of the recital. The soloists, pianist, and members of the choir are also deserving of every praise for the high standard of musical work, and it is to be hoped that further recitals of a similar nature will he given in the near future.

RUGBY FOOTBALL The following members of the Tokarahi Football Club are requested to attend at the new grounds (Mr A. L. Murray’s property), on Saturday next, at 2.30 p.m.;— Milmine (2), MTCenzie (2), Thompson, Wright, Bloomfield (2), Meikle, Blair, Stephenson, Wilson, Key,,Be Pass, Laird, Scott, Simpson, Bird, Bundle, Barnes, Gallagher, Esplin (2), Hutton (2), Conlan, Hore. K. Cook. The following referees have been appointed for the games at the Show Grounds on Saturday:—Athletic v. Palmerston Juniors, 1.30, Mr W. May; Athletic v. Palmerston Seniors. 3 p.m., Mr J. Stewart; Excelsior v. Star Seniors, 3 p.m., Mr M. Woodward. GENERAL NEWS To-morrow afternoon Messrs Mulligan and Forbes will offer by auction at the Central Auction Mart a largo quantity of household furniture and effects. At the Southland Agricultural and Pastoral Association’s ram fair, Mr H. J. Andrew (Maheno) secured 36 guineas for a Southdown ram, the highest figure realised at the fair, and also £2O for another ram. An exceedingly enjoyable dance was held at the Scottish Hall on Tuesday night by the Oamaru Boating Club. There was a good attendance, and music was supplied by Rae’s orchestra. The organisers of the dance wore Messrs J. M'Leod and R. Morris, assisted by Mesdamos Wilson. Burns, Kimm and Morris, and Mr J. Meikle was M.C. The proceeds are for funds to send four crews to compete at the Queenstown Regatta at Easter.

ROYAL JUBILEE PROGRAMME FOR OAMARU The Mayor (Mr M. F. Cooney) presided at a meeting of the Special Committee of the Oamaru Borough Council, at which arrangements for the fitting celebration in Oamaru of the King’s Silver Jubilee were discussed and a tentative programme drawn up. It was decided to accept the suggestion of the Oamaru Ministers’ Association that a thanksgiving service be held in the Opera House on May 6, at 10 a.m., the association to arrange for speakers and organise the' service, at which the combined choirs would be asked t«p assist. It, was proposed that the main event on the afternoon be the North Otago Rugby Union’s seven-a-side tournament, and that in the evening a torchlight procession should be held, in which the bands, lodges, Boy Scouts, Girl Guides, Fire Brigade, sports bodies, and others would take part. It was decided to ask Sergeant-major M'Currie to act as marshal, and Mr P. Linton Hodge as organiser. It was suggested that after the procession a community sing be held. It was agreed to decorate the Town Hall with bunting and electric lights depicting the royal emblem, and to asK business men to co-operate by decorating their premises. It was decided to meet the teachers on Thursday at 5 p.m., to discuss arrangements for 'the participation of the children, and to call a public meeting on Tuesday, April 16, at 7.30 p.m., to consider the proposals further. PERSONAL Queen’s Hotel.—Mr C. N. D. Harvey, Mr R. Durden, Mr M. Matthews, Mr J. Dunn (Dunedin), Mr G. B. Cromb, Mr I’. Taylor, Mr R. M'Vicker, Mr and Mrs Wilson, Mr K. S. Baker (Christchurch). New Club Hotel.—Mr P. Enting, Mr R. Barnett, Mr H. L. Graham (Timaru), Mr A. B. Bruce (Invercargill), Mr V. H. Goddard, Mr P. Caley, Mr H. L. Cook, Mr F. Halligan (Dunedin), Mr G. Mowatt, Mr R. W. Morgan (Christchurch), Mr C. M'Donald, Mr K. S. Stewart (Wellington). LAWN TENNIS NOTES

WAIMATE’S SUCCESS Once again the laurels of victory have gone to the Waimate senior team, which is to be heartily congratulated on retaining the North Otago Association’s Senior Shield for the 1934-35 season. Consistently good lawn tennis has given the northern club the premiership of the district, and its play should form an example to other clubs. The Waimate side has shown a fine team spirit, and every member has done his or her share in bringing victory to the .club. The team has experienced difficulties in securing its best team to travel to Oamaru on account of there being no half-holiday on Saturday in Waimate. Despite this fact, the team has suffered only one loss, and that was a surprise one against Meadowbank. Although on paper it appeared that Oamaru would be too strong for the northern club, Waimate displayed the fact that consistency was one of the most important features of the game, and the fact that every player showed good form was one of the chief reasons that success went to the side. In the final game this was particularly noticeable, as, whereas every Waimate player played consistent tennis, some of the Oamaru players were erratic and on form. It is time the Oamaru clubs settled down, and prevented Waimate from taking the competition shield, but until they take a leaf from the northern club’s book and secure consistency and all-round soundness-the shield is likely to stay 30 miles from Oamaru. The writer congratulates the Waimate Club on its splendid performances during the season, and expresses admiration of the -way lawn tennis is improving in its district. Oamaru, which was favoured by many to defeat Waimate on the Oamaru courts, made an inauspicious start when M'Dougall was beaten by Whelan. This is the second time the Waimate top man has beaten M'Dougall, whose game has gone back. He seeing to miss the consistent practice against the strong Dunedin players, and the season has not been a very good one for him. Whelan plays a very fine game, and mastered his opponent’s play to win 6—l in the third set. O’Malley gave Feathers a hard task, and a very finq Single was witnessed. Although the visiting player had Feathers in trouble in the third set. Feathers improved his game and played first-class tennis to win 6—4 in the third set. Clark made no mistake with Dorward, who was not allowed to win a game in either sot. Giffin afforded M'Kenzie more opposition, but victory went to the former in straight sets. Playing the most attractive lawn tennis she has produced for a long time, Miss Romans came within an nee of defeating Miss Doris Baikie, and she was a little unlucky, perhaps, that victory was not hers. Miss Baikie played well, too, and a very tine display of tennis was given. The Oamaru player’s effective slices forehand was very attractive, and the placing in the match was very good. Miss Romans was down several games in the third set, but levelled to 5 all by really fine play. Miss Baikie had the service in the final game, which was also keenly fought out, Ike Oamaru player missing two shots at the net and a lob at the back of the court to lose the game and the match. Misses Weavers, Sumpter, and Wylde-Browne all showed excellent form to win their Singles comfortably, leaving the Singles’ rubbers equal. A very fine match was/ witnessed in the first Men’s Double, and the Waimate pair looked at one stage as if it would win. Whelan and Clark played very well together, their smashing and volleying being superior to the Oamaru players’ in that it had far more angle. It is a common fault to see players concentrating too much on pace and neglecting angle and placement. M'Dougall and Feathers, after dropping the second set 6—2, played more 'consistently in the final one, which they won 6 —l. O’Malley and M'Kenzie proved much too good for Dorward and Giffin. Another surprise was in store for Oamaru supporters in the first Radies’ Double. In discussing prospects it was anticipated that Misses Weavers and Romans could heat the Waimate first pair—usually Misses D. and E. Baikie. However, victory went to Waimate 9 —B. Miss Rathgen played instead of Miss E. Baikie, who was not available, and she played splendid tennis. The Waimate pair went to a lead of 7 —4, but Oamaru evened to 7 —all, only to lose the final game after an exciting struggle. Misses Sumpter and Wylde-Browne won comfortably 9 —3, both playing sound tennis. The Mixed Doubles found Oamaru to be lacking in consistency, and only one went to its credit. M'Dougall and Miss Romans were regarded as a very difficult combination to defeat, but O’Malley and Miss D. Baikie showed that Oamaru had no reason to count on this set. The Waimate pair won to the tune of 9—3, a very creditable performance. Feathers and Miss Weavers proved too good for Whelan and Miss M'Donald, there being a margin of six games between the pairs. Dorward and Miss Wylde-Browne did not help Oamaru’s position, the Double on the next court occupying attention. The match depended on the game between Giflin and Miss Sumpter against Clark and Miss Rathgen, and although the Oamaru pair made a great bid for victory, they could not head off their more experienced opponents and lost 9—7. Thus the match went to Waimate by nine rubbers to seven, there being a difference of only two games between the teams. It was a very interesting conclusion to an excellent senior competitio‘- NOTES.

Tlie North Otago team to play the Waitaki Sub-association ou Saturday represents the promise of lawn tennis in the district, as the team comprises all young players. O’Malloy has been selected to play L. M'Kinnon, and this trame should be outstanding. The country players are a formidable side, and the visitors should get all the opposition they could desire. There will be some changes in the North Otago team. Miss K. M'Douall is now jiving in Dunedin, and it is also doubtful whether Miss Armstrong and K. Walton will be available. There are several young players of promise who could fill these places. The Awamoa Club intends holding a tournament at Easter if sufficient entries arc forthcoming by to-morrow. However, present indications are that too many players are going away for the holidays, several having notified their .intention of playing in the Otago Championships this year. The club’s tournament has always been an enjoyable one, and players arc assured of good tennis if the tourney eventuates.

BOWLING NORTH OTAGO v. OTAGO The following rinks have been selected, to represent North Otago in the annual match against Otago, at Dunedin, on Saturday;—Stewart, llolfe. Cameron, Galloway (Palmerston); Jeffery, Richardson, TisdalH Hodge: Wedde, Jenkins, Barr, D. H. Thomson; H. L. Familton, C. Brown, J. Marshall, Adams: D. Marshall, Cox, lorrest. Calder; J. Grant, Tinnock, Buist, G. P. Mollison; Carson, Smith, Donald, Denholm; A. Robertson, Chappell. Blacklock, Berry. MEADOWBANK CLUB RINKS. In the final of the Meadowbank Club Rinks, Clarke, M’Pheo, R. Taylor, Donald 22 beat Luisetti, Skirving, Crichton, Blacklock 16. Donald’s rink went through the competition without loss, Blacklock losing his second life in the final. Ihe match was keenly contested, scoring being even up to the sixteenth, when Blacklock notched a 6, giving him a lead of 16 —11. Donald then held command in the remaining ends, holding all the counters to win by 6. MAGISTRATE’S COURT The weekly sitting of the Oamaru Magistrate’s Court was continued yesterday morning before Mr H. W. Bundle, Sir. Judgment by default was given for the plaintiff in the following civil case: De Lambert Bros. v. T. Harris, £1 13s 4d, with costs (l° s ). . t i The inspector of factories (Mr Johnston) proceeded against Lucy May Allen for failing to deduct the emergency unemployment charges from wages paid to Alice Flicker. Mr J. F. Armstrong appeared for the defendant, who pleaded guilty to the charge.—The inspector stated that no tax had been deducted from wages paid to two other employees, but the department did not wish to proceed on the three charges.—Mr Armstrong stated that the defendant was the proprietress of the North Otago Hotel since November, and the failure to deduct the tax was due to carelessness. He had received £1 10s tor the payment of the tax on wages to two employees, but lie did not know about the third—The case was adjourned for a week pending the payment of the tax, amounting to £1 19s 9d. CLAIM FOR WAGES.

The hearing of the claim of Thomas M'Grath against R. W. Pine for £ll 4s for wages due to him as cook was continued. Mr R. D. H. Swindle/ appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr 0. Zimmermanu for the defendant. . Thomas E. Love, mill owner for 35 years, and eight years in North Otago, stated that he had never heard of a cook being paid the South Canterbury award rate in North Otago. He had always paid the cook Is 3d per hour, the same as the men, and a cook was liable to he put oft at any time if not satisfactory. The defendant gave evidence of an interview with the plaintiff in November, witness stating he would find out the ruling wage for the district for the season, and would pay that wage. Ihe plaintiff was engaged on January 15, and big work was of the average, but he was not obliging, complained about the. stove and coal, and was most insolent in his form of address. He made a fair amount of trouble among the men at Mr I'an Mitchell’s. Witness found the usual rate of pay for cooks in North Ota,o was £3. On February 3he interviewed the plaintiff, who was in a violent temper, and whose language was objectionable. The plaintiff said he wanted his wages under the Canterbury award, and said he would go, but witness said lie could see the week out. Witness ascertained that wages for the men were Is on per hour in South Canterbury and Is 3d in North Otago, and on that basis he paid £3 10s per week compared with £4 4s in South Canterbury. The plaintiff was paid for five days more than he W After counsel had briefly addressed the court, Mr Bundle said the Sooth Canterbury award was not applicable to North Otago. The contention of the plaintiff was that a cook must be paid a weekly wage, but the defendant on the other hand said that the custom of mill-owners in North Otago, and this was supported by evidence, was to pay cooks the game wages as mill hands. The defendant had given his evidence quite fairly, anu he did not accept the plaintiffs statement that a definite wage of the bonth Canterbury award was agreed on, but that an indefinite arrangement was made when the plaintiff was employed for the defendant to pay the ruling wage. Ihe claim for two weeks-’ wages could not be sustained, for if a servant indicated clearly he was leaving, then the employer could not be held responsible for wages. The plaintiff himself wished to get out and he did so. Mr Bundle said he thought the plaintiff exceptionally well treated by the defendant in being paid wages for a period in which he did not work. He would assess the amount shortpaid at 355, and judgment was given for the plaintiff for that amount, with costs (10s), witnesses’ expenses (£1). WARDEN’S COURT. A sitting of the Warden’s Court was held yesterday morning before Mr 11. W. Bundle, S.M. The Maerewhenua Goldfields Development Company, Ltd., applied for a water race of 10 heads at Maerewhenua. Mr C. Zimmermann appeared for the applicant company, and Mr A. R. Tait for an objector, John M'Kenzie—Mr Tait said it was only a formal objection to see if any agreement could be made for stock bridges.—Mr Zimmeianann said Mr M’Kenzie wanted o 0 stock bridges, but that number had been reduced, but was still excessive. Evidence was given by Mr Gillett, mine manager, of pegging oni, and the need ot certain 10-£ect stock bridges, ihe application was adjourned for one week to enable an agreement to be reached on the question of stock bridges. The surrender of an extended claim license at Dunback by Henderson and Mackay was accepted as from March 20. MAJESTIC THEATRE With a great all-star cast of funmakers and heartbreakers, the Columbia film, “The Captain, Hates the Sea,” shows finally to-uight. This popular novel presents a shipload of intrigue, uproarious mix-ups, romance, and staggering surprises. The cast is an imposing one. Leading roles are played by Victor M'Laglen, John Gilbert, Alison Skipworth, Wynne Gibson, Helen Vinson, Walter Connolly, Fred Keating, Leon Errol, Walter Catlett, and Tala Birell. They manage to make the trap on the s.s. San Gapador, bound from San Pedro to New York, an hilarious, drama-packed voyage. The captain was never seasick, but was sick of the sea. And his passengers —one a dumb detective who wasn't so dumb; another who opened safes —without the combination; the girl who married him —with a ring on one hand and pistol in the other; a very merry widow; a great mixer—the ship’s bartender; a reporter; and a blonde with a husband and a past—who preferred the past. This is the “ plot ” in a nutshell. “GRANDAD RUDD.” Do you remember that remarkable Australian family, that inimitable bunch of laugh-provokers, the Rudds in “ On Our Selection”? Of course you do, just as you remember the limitless laughs they lianded you in Cincsonnd’s first feature film that enjoyed tremendous success and popularity throughout the length and breadth of Australia and New Zealand. Well, they’re coming again, with an even bigger quota of laughs that start where “ Selection ” left off, in Australia’s funniest film, “Grandad Rudd,” which comes to the Majestic to-morrow and Saturday, with matinees on both days. It is impossible for mere words to convey the least idea of the fun in store in “Grandad Rudd,” but you can take the word, given in all sincerity, of one who has already had the good fortune to see the now CiiiPsouml comedy, that it is literally crammed with comedy from end to end. Bert Bailey is Grandad and Elaine Hamill, the Taihape girl, is the granddaughter.

* Signifies not out.

GOLF MEN’S MEDAL MATCH The draw for the Medal Match to be played at tbe Awamoa links on Satin da} is as follows: —Mulligan v. L. Sumpter, Mathieson v. Crimp, Armstrong Familton, M’Beath v. T. Hedges, M Ei\ an v. D. L. Grant, Ewart v Domigun, Nichols v A. G. Robertson. C. Hedges v. G. L. Cuthbertson, S. Cuthbertson v.;J. Wilson, Ryan v. M’Kcnzie, Milnes v. Kilpatrick. Roll v. C. R. Hodges M. Wilson v L. Wright, Stark v. A. Mil bn, Hargreaves v. Dalton, Catto v. I. Banks, Fitzgerald v. Elvidge, Maude v.. R. H atson, Widdowßon v. M’Laren, MCu loch v. Ralph Hedges, Gcdge v. Sceats, Giater v D L. Patterson, Heron v. Cook, 1 in«hiy v. D. Smith, Restieaux v. H. 1. Familton, Main a bye, Judkins v. Cnzens J. Calto v. Nicholas, Gale v. Be\an Brown, Napier v, S. Buidon, Munson v. Stark, jun.. Gilchrist v. irescdei, M< Hr, v H T Hall. Munro v. S. Hall, C. Smith v.’ D. Williams, H. L. Fumilton v. B. Steven, Crombie v. Oi bell, jun., Daimer v. M’Mullan, Fraser v. iombnson, Cameron v. C. Clark. CRICKET UNION CLUB’S AVERAGES

Following are the leading bowling, and batting averages of the Union Cricket Club for the season just concluded:—

OAMARU NORTH SCHOOL The annual meeting of the Oamaru North School will be held on Tuesday night. In reviewing the past year, the committee expresses appreciation of the work of the Grounds Committee, and especially that of Mr G. Wilson (convener), in the many improvements that have been carried out to the school grounds, and also of the work of the ianitress in the tidy and clean condition of the school. The proceeds of the euchre tournaments were a welcome addition to the school funds, and the committee thanked Mr P- Fellows for his assistance in this connection. The tournaments would be continued during the coming year under the supervision of Mr A. D. Gibson. There were 13 committee meetings during the year, the attendances of members being very good. The chairman (Mr W. Widdowson) thanked the committeemen for their assistance and cooperation ioi the work of the school, and stated that owing to legislation there would be no change in the personnel of the committee for the coming year. He looked forward to another year of useful service in the interests of the children of the school.

The headmaster (Mr Judkins), in his report, states that two of the rooms in the infant school were converted into open air rooms, and were officially opened by Dr Fitzgerald. It was confidently anticipated that the new order of things would materially aid. in maintaining the health of the children. There was, unfortunately, very inadequate accommodation at the school for overcoats on wet days, and no facilities for drying wet garments. A factor in maintaining the health of the children was the work of the dental clinic, which was being increasingly recognised by parents. Eight children were selected by Ur Stevenson for admission to the Waikouaiti health camp, and these children were greatly benefited by the month’s experience. Thanks were -due to the Children’s Welfare League, by whoso efforts participation at the camp was rendered possible. The school roll began with 339, and in December it was 400. Teachers and pupils could claim with some pride that the year, despite the handicap of prevalent illness, had been a really good one as far as sound work is concerned. Very few pupils had failed to gain promotion, and excellent reports on the work done were obtained from the inspectors. At the end of the year 33 boys and 29 girls left to enter the Junior High School. On Anzac Day wreaths were laid on the South African and Great War memorials, and a memorial service was held, and on A r b°r Day the children wore addressed by Dr Douglas, and shrubs were planted. The sum of £5 was spent on the purchase of new books for the library, and £8 on supplementary readers. At the flower shows the children made numerous entries and were very largely successful. It was gratifying to note as in past years the continued enthusiasm of the staff and the children in the maintenance and care of the school gardens. In this connection he had again to thank Mr Green (Otago Education Board) and Mr Tait (Oamaru Gardens) for the supply of material and for their valuable advice. In the realm of sport the school had had a most successful year, winning the Athletic Shield and Herbert Smith Cup, and at the Dunedin athletic meeting secured third place against very strong opposition. At the commencement of the swimming season a scheme for the awarding of certificates to all those able to swim the width of the baths was insituted, and, if one judged by the numbers that were by this means induced to persevere till success came their way, then the scheme must be acknowledged to have been a very great success. The idea was later adopted as a basis for competition for the primary schools’ swimming shield, which the North School succeeded in winning by a narrow margin. The bring-and-buy sale resulted in £65 being made available for the school funds. Mr Judkins reported on the breaking-up ceremony, and the annual picnic early this year, and concluded by making reference to the excellent conduct and assiduous attention to duty and study shown by the pupils throughout the 12 months. He paid a meed of praise to the earnest, hard-working, and loyal body of co-workers, whose individual and collective efforts had so ably assisted him to maintain the high standard and ideals of the past, and he also acknowledged the consideration extended and the assistance given by an everwatchful and deeply-interested school committee.

SENIORS. Batting. Tn.N.O.R. H.S. Av. R. McDonald n 3 39G 123 49.5 R. B. Mahoney Blair .. .•52 79 .. 11 1 254 50* 85 26.33 25.4 R Brown . . .. 11 1 185 47 18.2 W Bndd ,.81 127 46 18.14 L. L. R, M'Callum Sumpter Bobbin .. .. 7 3 71 .. f> 1 79 12 2 129 48 33 22 17.75 15.8 12.0 J. B. Beckingham\. • 9 2 Tonkin .. .. 11" — 117 18 48 11.85 10.03 J. G. Maddigan Meikle .. ..10 1 87 .. 10 1 73 32 29 9.60 8.11 J. J. Spear Robertson .. 8 1 56 .. 4 — 16 Bowling27 11 8 4 0. M. R. W. Av. B Tonkin .. .. 153.4 44 362 34 10.64 R. M'Donald , 77.2 27 193 17 11.35 G. Meikle .. .. 103 30 220 19 11.57 E. Brown .. .. 83 20 202 17 11.88 R. Mahoney ..30 7 104 8 13 B. Blair .. .. 80 26 174 12 14.5 J. Maddigan Hatches. —B .. 142 38 315 20 15.75 III air 9, R. M'Donald 8, L. M'Callum 8, B. Tonkin 6, S. Robbie 5 .1. Robertson 4, J. Spear 3, G. Meikle 3! J. Beckinham 3, E. Brown o, W. Bndd 1, J. Maddigan 1. THIRD GRADE. Batting. In.N.O.R. H.S. Av. B. Brook .. 24 2 553 73 25.1 L. Hedges . .. 23 2 397 49 18.9 K, Falloon 16 3236 62 18.1 R. .T. Arnott .. 22 2211 38 11 Ambler .. 14 2 118 34 9.9 B. Taylor . .. 15 2 123 43 * 9.4 E. Ewing .. 12 1 93 23 8.4 R. Martyr ,, 17 4 107 28 8.2 R. Harwood ..20 I 142 Bowling. 27 7.5 O. M. R. W. Av. B. Brook ..242 71 585 112 5.2 B. Taylor Ewing . .. 71 18 179 29 6.2 E. . 105 21 268 38 7 R. Harwood .. 89 21 249 26 9.5 Wheeler . ,. 26 8 180 7 11.4 Falloon ., 39 9 139 12 11.5 Ambler . .. 14 1 45 3 15