NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22632, 25 July 1935, Page 14

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

(KROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT.)

GOLF DRAW FOR CHAMPIONSHIPS The following is the draw for the second qualifying round of the championships:— ~._ ~ A Grade.—G. Cuthbertson v. M'Beath; v. Kilpatrick: Mathieson v: K Familton; Roll v. M'Ewan; Nicliolls v. Ryan; Mulligan v. M'Kenzie; Holmes v. Armstrong; L. Wright v. Kinder; Domigan v. Catto; Scott v. MilnesiC. R. Hedges V. S. Cuthbertson: M. J. Wilson v. Ewart; Humphries v. Grater. Intermediate.—Crimp v. Bruce Smitn; M'Dowell v. M'Culloclu H. P. S. Familton v. R. S. Orbell; J. M. Wilson v. 1. Hedges; Hewat v. Stack; Grant v. Charles Hedges v. Watson; Ralnh Hedges v. Woodward; Miller v. D. V. G. Smith; Banks a bye. B Grade.—Cook v. Rev. Marlow; Gilchrist v. Crombie; Widdowson v. D. L. Patterson: Burton v. Restieaux: R. Stack, jun. v. B. W. Patterson; Fraser v. Maude: Marton v. H. Burton. . Holmes' Cup.—Will jams v. R. Orbeli, jun.; Tomlinson v. Nicholas; Munro v.

Dawson; S. L. Hall v. Steven; Robins v. A. W. Judkins; W. E. Judkins v. Gale. The following is the draw for the Father and Son Competition, stroke handicap singles, played in fours: —G. L. Cuthbertson v. C. R. Hedges, J. A. R. Seott v. M. J. Wilson, C. Hedges v. S. R. Cuthbertson, J. M. Wilson v. Ralph Hedges, Len Wright v. S. Burton, Dr Orbell v. R. Stark, jun., T. Hedges v. R. Orbell, D. L. Patterson v. D? Scott, R. Stark, sen., v. A. W. Judkins, H. B. Burton v. B. W. Patterson, W. E Judkins v. D. Wright. LADIES' CLUB.

The draw for the Bogey Match to be played on Friday i£ as follows: — ' First Tee. —Mrs Spooner v. Mrs C. H. Smith, Mrs Seyb v. Mrs Hunter, Mrs Clark v. Miss M'Quade, Mrs M'Culloch v. Miss J. Cuthberteon, Mrs Brown v. Mrs Donaldson, Miss Mackie v. Miss Robins, Mrs Cook v. Mrs Rickman, Mrs Finch v. Miss Miller, Miss D. Lane v. Mrs Grater. Thirteenth Tee. —Miss Stevenson v. Mrs M'Ewan, Miss Wylde-Browne v. Miss Nichols, Mrs J. Wilson v. Mrs Familton, Miss C. Lane v. Miss Sumpter, Mrs Kilpatrick v. Mrs Roll, Miss Familton v. Mrs Barclay, Mrs Meek v. Mrs D. Smith, Mrs Burton v. Mrs G. A. Wilson. Tenth Tee. —Mrs Dawson v. Miss -Maxwell, Mrs Watson v. Miss K. Robins, Mrs Crimp v. Miss M'Lay, Miss Ireland v. Miss Simpson, Mrs Hendra v. Mrs M'Dowell, Miss M'Donald v. Miss Donaldson, Mrs Crawshaw v. Mrs Forrest, Miss Scott, a bye. WOMEN'S INSTITUTE KAKANUI/ BRANCH Mrs J. M. Smith presided over a large attendance of members at the monthly meeting of the Kakanui Women's Institute. Before proceeding with _ the business, members stood in silence in passing a motion of condolence with a member in the death of her mother. The motto was: "The kindly word that falls to-day may bear its fruit to-mor-row." The roll call, "An original limerick," brought forward many good replies and caused much merriment. The competition for three varieties of plain biscuits was won by Mrs T. Wilson, with Mrs Smith second. A very useful and interesting demonstration on pastrymaking was given by Mrs Smith,, who was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. The secretary wrote tendering her resignation, but it was agreed not to elect a new secretary until a later date, the secretary expressing her willingness to continue in that position meantime. Mrs Smith was appointed delegate for the council meeting of the North Otago Federation, to be held in October. Several members agreed to contribute articles to the combined bay at the local agricultural and pastoral show in November. The hostesses were Mrs Mould and Miss Dougherty. , BASKETBALL NOTES On Saturday only two A Grade matches were played, as the B Grade matches had to be postponed because at the last moment country teams were unable to come to town. , WAITAKI 1 v. OAMARU 1. In whose favour the game would end wag not for one moment doubted, though the difference was not expected to be so very great considering the fine exhibition of shooting L.'Paterson and H. Webster had given in their last match. During the first ten minutes of .the game it appeared that the play was going to be very even. However, for the remainder of the game this proved otherwise. From the throw off, the ball, with-neajfc passes, travelled straight to the Oamaru goal and was netted. School promptly retaliated, but Oamaru seemed to have the better of the game and netted again. School continued to equalise, though Oamaru led until Waitaki drew even with the score 5 all. Then Schbol, with excellent passing and positional work, took the lead and kept it. Oamaru defences were playing well, E. Peterson working very hard, and the centres, with 0. Edwards as the new member, were getting clear from the centre, but lack of practice soon told. Waitaki continued their brilliant passing despite sun and heat, and their defences continued to keep the ball from the Oamaru shoots, D. Thomson deserving credit for her good work in thai respect. E. Hughes, of the Oamaru forwards, played her best game so far this season, but during the first half she was not helped greatly by the other two. However, during the second half they all played quite well, though School continued to leap ahead goal after goal, their combining as a team being very enjoyable to watch. Consequently the final score was 26—12 in Waitaki's favour. STAR A v. OAMARU 11. This game, though not as spectacular as the first, showed at times some very quick and accurate work. It began quite briskly, Oamaru netting the first goal, with Star retaliating almost immediately. However, the ball then travelled up and down without any result other than very ecrappy play, which continued for some time. Later it steadied uPi and Star drew ahead, shooting goal alter goal till the half time score stood 11— 7in favour of Star. Play in the second half was spoiled by- frequent high passes and numerous long passes. The Oamaru centres Wid not appear ,„ to be working very well together, the new combination probably not being practised enough, and though their defence seemed to be playing well together, they could not prevent the Star goals doubling their score in the second half, while Oamaru netted only another one. The score was: Star 22." Oamaru II 8. NOTES. Star B travelled to Ardgowan and spent an exceedingly enjoyable afternoon, the game not being quite so one-sided as the score indicates —Star 23, Ardgowan 3. The girls were entertained to afternoon tea by the Ardgowan players, whom they hoped, to welcome into the association in the near future. There will be no association games played this Saturday as the A and B teams of the Timaru Girls' High School. will visit Oamaru to play their annual matches against Waitaki. All players and friends should witness these matches, for the A match especially, with the form shown by Waitaki I this season should be more than interesting. i PORT OF OAMARU

High Water—July 25: 10.39 a.m. and 11.9 p.m. Arrivals. —The Wainui, at 10.30 p.m. on Tuesday, from Dunedin. Departures.—The Wainui, at 11.30 p.m. yesterday, for Tiniaru and Lyttelton. to complete loading for Wellington, Napier. and Gisborne. NOTES. The Wainui is expected on Wednesday, August 7. to load for Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne, via Tiniaru and Lyttelton. The Karetu was expected to clear Hobart yesterday for Bluff, Dunedin, Tiniaru, Lyttelton. and Oamaru. She is due at this port about August 7. The Waipahi is expected this morning to load for Wellington. Nelson, and New Plymouth, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Port Fairy is expected on August 30 to load 11,000 freight carcasses and general cargo for London. Messrs Darling and M'Dowell are the aaente. The Wingatui will load at Auckland about August 2, sugar and general cargo for Oamaru. She is due at this port about Monday, August 12.

SOUTH SCHOOL COMMITTEE MONTHLY MEETING A meeting of the South School Committee was held on Tuesday night, the chairman (Mr Branthwaite) presiding. The principle discussion centred round the forthcoming queen carnival which is to be held in competition between the North and South Schools. It was agreed that a general meeting be held at which householders, ex-pupils and friends of the school may have an opportunity of discussing preliminaries in connection with this project and when suggestions that will help to ensure ultimate success for the South School queen will be welcomed. At this meeting the committee hopes to hi able to announce the South School queen-elect. The committee confidently anticipates the supporters of the school will rally around i" suport of their queen, and a large attendance is hoped for. The Visiting Committee reported a number of minor matters requiring attention. It was left to the headmaster (Mr D. A. MTherson) to arrange that Arbor Day be suitably commemorated. Among other things a shrubbery is to be planted above the memorial wall in Greta street. It was agreed that the necessary fittings be procured, and that the wireless set be permanently installed, also that a new basketball be purchased. The headmaster reported the attendance for the week ended June 14 was roll 393 average attendance 340.9; Juno 21 393, 346.8; June 28, 399, 362.9; July 5,'396, 366.8; July 12, 395, 360.8; July 19, 292, 370.1. Accounts amounting to £lO 9s Id were passed for payment. SAVAGE CLUB VISIT XTO OAMARU HOSPITAL Last night some 50 members of the Oamaru Savage Club paid a visit to the Oamaru Public Hospital and entertained the patients and staff with a very enjoyable concert. The programme was opened by the Savage Orchestra under Savage R. Heselwood, the numbers played being the " Cavalier " and " Sabre and Spurs marches, " Gentile" intermezzo, and " Thoughts of Youth " waltz. The Savage Choir, under Savage J.- Hinton, gave very pleasing renderings of the part song.s —"Soldier's Farewell," "All on an April Evening," "Wild Rollo," "Rolling Down From Rio," "Drink To Me Only," and "Turn Ye To Me." Songs were contributed by Savages J. Hinton, Colin Campbell, and J. Bulleid, and musical monologues by Savage S. Hook. Instrumental items were given by Savage V. Crocker (violin), Paleface F. Mitchell (piano-accordeon), duet, Savages F. Mitchell (piano-accordeon), and Odgen (violin), and trio —Savages Crocker (violin), Tweed ('cello), and Cameron (piano). The accompaniments were played by Paleface G. Dorward. WESLEY CHURCH The members of the Wesley Church Quarterly Board met in the Wesley Hall to talk over the happenings of the past quarter, and to lay plans for further usefulness. The meeting was presided over by the Rev. J. F. Jack, who gave a brief resume of the work done, A note of sadness was experienced, as the passing of four members of the church was recorded, members standing in silence while the chairman offered prayer for the relatives, and also for five others who had suffered illness. The afternoon services were very encouraging, especially at Kakanui. . , _ r The Sunday school report given by Mr Fagiah (superintendent) was very satisfactory. Mr A. Miller reported'on the Home Mission returns, which were not quite so good as last year. Arrangements were made for the coming of the Rev. F. H. Hayman (Foreign Mission deputation) on September 11, and also for the church anniversary early in September. , It was reported that the effort for the South Island orphanages- had been completed. A spring flower show will be held under the auspices of the Young Women's Bible class, and it was decided to render all the help possible. Mr O. A. Wylie proposed a vote of thanks to the Ladies' Guild for its generous help, which had enabled the circuit debt to be reduced. MAGISTRATE'S COURT The weekly sitting of the Oamaru Magistrate's Court was continued before Mr H. W. Bundle, S.M., yesterday morning. All the civil . claims were either adjourned or settled out of court. Francis Henry Hughes, of Oamaru, labourer, claimed from Mary. Nicoll, of Kakanui, f 23 Is 2d, balance of wages alleged to be due for services from November 19, 1934, to May, 1935. Mr R. D. H. Swindley appeared for the plaintiff and Mr J. li. Main for the defendant. Medical testimony was given by Dr Liddell as to the defendant's state of health, and on the application of Mr Main the court was adjourned to the convalescent nursing home in which she was a patient. Evidence was given by the plaintiff in support of his claim and by the defendant and Thomas Boyle for the defence. In giving his decision, Mr Bundle said that before the plaintiff left the defendant's place there was some dispute as to the wages, Hughes considering that he should receive £1 a week. It was quite apparent that there was no definite arrangement as to what Hughes was to receive on his engagement, but it was not work for which the plaintiff should receive £1 a week. Taking into consideration all the circumstances, Mr Bundle said he considered it reasonable to allow the plaintiff £1 a week up to the beginning of March only, making a total of £ls, less £4 6s 8d already paid. Judgment was accordingly given for the plaintiff for £lO 13s 4d, with costs (£4 4s). GENERAL NEWS

The Otago Aero Club's two Moth planes will be at the Alma aerodrome on Sunday, and demonstrations of aerobatic flying will be given by Flight-lieutenant Olson, commencing about 10.30 a.m. The Upper Waitaki branch of the Farmers' Union and also the Women's Division will meet in the Hakataramea Hall on Saturday, commencing at 8 p.m. There was a fair attendance at the fortnightly euchre tournament, and dance held at Ardgowan, and all spent a thoroughly enjoyable time. Euchre prizes were won by Mrs B. Bradley and Mr F. Joyce. Supper was afterwards dispensed, and this was followed by a dance to music supplied by Mr J. Gibson. Mr J. Robertson was the M.C. The annual football and basketball matches between the Ardgowan and VVeston Schools proved very enjoyable. They were played at Weston. The Ardgowan football team defeated the home team by 14 points to 9. the game being controlled by Mr Bert Halket_. In the basketball, Ardgowan and Airedale combined to make a team, but were defeated by Weston by 10 goals to 3. Miss Peggy Jenkin was the referee. At the conclusion of the matches the visitors were hospitably entertained. MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING HAMPDEN CLUB. © _____ The following arc the weekly scores of the Hampden Club:—W. T. Ford 79, J. Joyce 78, T. D. Gibson 78, D. Watson 78, G. Nicoleon 78, Miss G. Green 78, W. Cooper 77, A, Wright 76, E. Xicolson 76 M. Gdanitz 76, 0. Turner 76, I. York 75, J. Gray 74, P. Mansell 74, K. Gdanitz 74. W. Xicolson 73, H. Xicolson 72, Miss H Woolford 72, E. Emerson 71, Miss M. Aitcheson 71, C. Irwin 71. K. Griffiths 09, Miss I. Murray 08, J. Xicolson 68. HAMPDEN DEFEATS TOTARA. Hampden defeated Totara by a margin of nine points on the former's range in a return match between these two clubs. W. T. Ford, with 79, was top scorer. The following are the results:— Hampden.—W. T. Ford 79. T. D. Gibson 78, D. Watson 78. G. Xicolson 78, Miss G. Green 7S, W. Cooper 77, A. Wright 76, E. Xicolson 76. M. Gdanitz 76, O. Turner 76, I. York 75. J. Gray 74, P. Mansell 74, W. Xicolson 73, 11. Xicolson 72, Miss H. Woolford 72;—total, 1286. Totara.— D. Seaton 77. S. Wilson 77, D. Marshall 77. M. Sinclair 77. L. Morgan 76, K. Morgan 76, S. Taylor 70, W. Smith 75, J. Richardson 75. J. Carrig 74 D. Clark 74, C. Burgess 74, D. Robb 74, A. Scally 74, Joe Carrig 73, W. Morrke 73;—total, 1277.

WOMEN'S DIVISION, FARMERS' UNION ' - HERBERT BRANCH There was a good attendance at the monthly meeting of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union. Airs Marshall (president) occupied the chair, and the meeting: opened ■vith the reading of the creed. Arrangements were made for the fourth birthday party, which takes place on August- 9. The winners of the Madeira cake competition were: Mrs E. Hill 1, Mrs J. E. Hill 2, Mrs Campbell 3. The judges were Mesdames J. Reid and- W. Ross, and they were accorded a vote of thanks. The competition for the next meeting is a plate of pikelets and something new from something old. A pleasant half-hour was spent during the partaking of afternoon tea. The hostesses were Mesdames J. Reid, W. Wilson, and Arthur Wilson. DUNTROON BRANCH Mrs R. S. Harrison presided at the monthly meeting of the Duntroon branch of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union. The competition, "An article from two skeins of white wool," was won by Mrs Steele, with a beautiful little coat. Miss M. Yardley and Mrs Muirden were second (equal). Something made from flannel brought forth many very good entries, Mrs Marshall being the winner with a set of baby's clothing, with Mrs West second. These articles were given for relief purposes. Arrangements were made for a concert and dance on August 7. A junior competition for the best piece of ■ fancy work was won by Miss G. Tallentire, with Miss L. Williamson second. Miss Ethel Gibson had the best flower, Miss M. Yardley being second and Miss M. Smith third. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses (Mesdames M'Cully and Misses M. M'Kenzie and E. Gibson), after which Mrs W. West gave an interesting demonstration on basketmaking, which was much appreciated. The meeting closed with the singing of a popular chorus. HERBERT NOTES Members and friends of the Herbert sub-branch of the Plunket Society t met for afternoon tea at the home of Mrs Hore, in order to bid farewell to their guest, Nurse Slater, who is leaving the district to take up duties in the North Island. During the afternoon several members spoke with regret of Nurse Slater's forthcom'ng departure, and reference was made to her kindliness and the expert advice she had given. At the close of the afternoon Nurse Slater was gjven a small present with the very best wishes from the committee and several mothers. There was a crowded hall for the school concert, and the children did exceedingly well, reflecting great credit on the teachers. The following programme was presented:—" Changing of the- Guard," seniors; "Jack Frost," juniors; recitation, " The- House that Jack Built," primers; song and choruß, Miss J. Hooper and seniors; "Little Oliphant Annie," Ann Saunders; nursery rhymes, juniors; "Little Dutch Mill," seniors; song in character, " Daisy Bell," Sandy Hore (soloist), Doreen Wilson (Daisy); play, " Little Boy Lost," jnniars; verse speaking, seniors; quartet, " There was a Fly '* —W. M'Millan, Mary Trotter, Peggy Marshall, and Doris Andrews; 'recitation, Margaret Finlayson; song, Laurie Hore; gipsy song, Miss J. Hooper and seniors; Songs of the Radio," seniors; pianoforte selections, Mies Stenhouse. The accompaniments were played by Mrs N. G. Saunders. A one-act sketch was also given by Mrs Trotter, Mrs Ballantine, Dr Trotter, Messrs Beckingsale, and Mursell, assisted by Mr Gordon Gray. At the conclusion of the concert Dr Trotter thanked all who had assisted to make the function a success. A very enjoyable dance followed, and supper was served by the ladies.

MAJESTIC THEATRE "Murder in the Clouds," the First National production which is scheduled as the feature attraction to-night and Friday, is a melodramatic mystery thriller with a very amazing plot involving the commission of murder thousands of feet in the air. The story by two noted magazine writers. Roy Chanslor and Dore Schary, is one of fast and furious action, breath-taking suspense and enough thrills to pack a dozen pictures. It revolves about the secret attempt of international spies to steal the formula from the government of a new high explosive, and to obtain which they are willing to commit any crime. The blowing up of an airplane with its passengers and crew far up above the clouds and the subsequent chases after the air robbers and murderers by army planes, Involving machine gun battles, the shooting clown of airships, thrilling parachute jumps from burning and falling ships, add to the intensity of the dramatic situations. Lyle Talbot, Ann Dvorak, Gordon Westcott, and Robert L'ght have the main roles. A news, cartoon, and comedy complete the programme. PERSONAL Queen's Hotel. —'Mr K. R. Watson (Wellington), Mr W. F. Crum (Christchurch). Mr A. C. Henderson (Timaru), Mr F. V. Drake. Mr D. K. Macdonald, Mr John Mee. Mr J*. O'Brien, Mr C. M. Fnliev (Dunedin). New Club Hotel.—Mr E. L. Thomas (Timaru), Mr J. Watson (Auckland). Mr E. J. Walker. Mr H. G. Williams (Wellington), Mr and Mrs 11. ,T. Petrie. Mr A. E. Rayment. Mr 11. E. Clark. Mr E. C. Ames, Mr J. Hughes (Dunedin). Professor L. C. Galli. Mr J. M'Donald (Invercargill).

RUGBY FOOTBALL NOTES. CHAMPIONSHIP, TABLE. » ' COUNTRY COMPETITION.

REPRESENTATIVE FIXTORES. July 27. —South Canterbury v. North , Otago, at Oamaru. July 31. —Otago Sub-unions v. North Otago, at Dunedin. August 3. —Buller v. North Otago, at Oamaru. August 17. —South Canterbury v. North Otago, at Timaru. NORTH OTAGO v. EASTERN DISTRICTS.

In its first representative fixture of the season North Otago just managed to gain a victory by one point, and at one stage it appeared as if they would be soundly defeated. The game was lacking in incident, and also finish on: attack so far as the backs on each side were concerned. Mistakes were frequent, and altogether the game was very disappointing. The game opened briskly, and the visitors clapped on the pace from the start, opening their account by scoring five minutes after the commencement of play. Another try went to Eastern Districts, and, with Ross converting both, the visitors had the good lead of 10 points before the home side opened its account. The first three points to North Otago came from a penalty try, Stichman being tackled without the ball when a try appeared certain. At half-time Eastern Districts were still in the lead, but the local side, especially the forwards, brightened up their play, and was quicker to take advantage of the opposing side's mistakes.

The play of -he backs on both sides was nothing to enthuse over, although the North Otago line made much better attempts to combine than the visitors. The home backs were smarter in action from the scrums than the Black backs, but mistakes were frequent, the handling in some cases being exceptionally poor. Both sets of backs lacked penetrating power, the passing rushes gaining little headway. There was one very good movement among the local backs soon after the commencement of the second spell, howver, when the ball travelled from the scrum to the speedy winger Cameron, who outpaced the opposition to go over. The fault in the North Otago rearguard was mainly in the three-quarter line, although the inside backs were slow at times. There was hardly one good passing rush by the visiting backs, who displayed very little combination. The ball rarely got past the five-eighths, who hung on far too long, and Davis, the half-back, was inclined to go on his own too much. , It was Unfortunate that Stichman had to leave the field early in the second spell, aa he had played a sterling game up till then and showed the most initiative of the local backs. His passes from the scrums wore very well delivered, and he gave his backs every opportunity, which very often they did not take full advantage of. Altogether he played a very useful game, and his defensive work was as sound as ever. He was undoubtedly the most impressive back on the field. Although handling the ball faultlessly, Temper'o kicked to touch too frequently and gained little ground, and he was very slow in his movements. However, he made a good connecting link, which was more than could be said of his vis-a-vis. Calder is perhaps the most finished back in the North Otago rear division, and he was quick in his actions. There were times, however, when he sent out some very poor deliveries to Mason. who appeared unable to handle the ball at all on Saturday. Calder was safe, and he kicked with judgment, saving ou quite a number of occasions. Mason was right out of the picture on Saturday, and did not play up to expectations. He frequently dropped his passes, and at times was well out of position. Ledingham, on the right wing, did not impress, this being his first game in representative football. Cameron displayed plenty of dash, and his pace carried him over for a good try. On one or two other occasions Cameron was nearly over. Easton played perhaps his worst game of the season on Saturday, and had a day oil. His slowness in getting to the ball soon alter the commencement cost his side a try. The bright sun appeared to trouble him in the first spell, and his handling of the ball was not at all sure. Easton should make sure of getting his kick in, as there were times on Saturday when he was caught, ball and all. His kicking also lacked distance and judgment, this being generally a feature of his play.

Ross was a safe custodian for Eastern Districts, and he fielded and kicked well, His defence was also very sound, and lie got through some good work. His goalkicking iu the first spell was a feature. He was quick in his movements, and on one occasion he caught his vis-a-vis in possession after following up a high kick. Of the other backs M'Knight and Crossan were the only players to show up at all, the latter being an opportunist who got away on a few occasions with good pieces of work. Prater filled the half-back position for a start, but a change round was made. Davis going behind the pack and Frater to second five-eighths. However, this did not improve the position, and there were few occasions on which the visitors showed anything like combination. Morrison did not show much initiative, and when he got the ball he generally hung on too long. Pollett, on the right wing, did not receive many oppor-

tunities, but he would have proved dangerous had he received a share of the ball. „

The visiting forwards were a-heavier lot than the local pack, and they were perhaps superior on the day's play. Their loose dribbling rushes spread and drove through the deferiee, and the whole pack kept well ( into the play from start to finish. They were rot always served by their backs, and had a good deal of running about. Parkhill played a sterling game, as did Clearwater, who was very unfortunate in receiving. an injury, having to leave the field. Mockford and Sullivan were also a pair of hard workers. The North Otago forwards stayed on well against a heavier pack, and in the second spell infused more dash into their play. Newlands and Carrodus were perhaps the pick, the latter going over twice to score, after good following up. Newlands broke away from the ruck on occasions to make good openings, and he was mainly responsible for North Otago's final try, M'Phee and Cleverley also put in some solid work. Taking into account the form displayed by North Otago against Eastern Districts, the prospects for Saturday against South Canterbury are not very promising, and the local side will have to play improved football if it hopes to win. The backs especially will have to brighten up their play considerably, but no doubt they will rise to the occasion when they meet the team from oyer the river. There is no reason why the local backs cannot produce a combination to equal or even surpass that of South Canterbury, which will be sending a strong team. The forwards, although they might be lighter than the visiting pack, will not be lacking in determination, and should give a good account of themselves. JUNIOR REPRESENTATIVE GAME. North Otago Juniors obtained a fairly comfortable win over the Eastern District Senior B team at Palmerston on Saturday ? the scoring for the visitors being mainly done by Hunter, who secured three tries. The tries came mainly through opportunism on the part of Hunter, who found gaps in t'ae defence, and his speed carried him over. Mahoney was the other player to score for North Otago, while M'Phail contributed largely to the score by converting all four tries. The home forwards were superior to the visiting pack, and carried play repeatedly to North Otago's line, but the backs were unable to finish off their movements.

RUGBY FOOTBALL The South Canterbury team to play North Otago at Oamaru on Saturday is as follows:—Full-back. N. Ford (Star); three-quarters—E. Ryan (Old Boys), B. Trotter (Mackenzie), T. Morrison (Star); five-eighths, G. Gaffanev (Old Boys), C. Cartwright (Star); half-back, G King (Waihi), captain; forwards— R. Seaton (Star), J. Strang (Old Boys), I. Caird (Zingari), Sullivan (Mackenzie), G. Giddings (Mackenzie), D. O'Sulhvan (Celtic), R. Gliddon (Star), A. Higginbottom (Temuka). Emergencies: Backs, J. Donaldson (Star), E. Lee (Old Boys); forwards, D. Reid (Temuka), R. Duncan (Zingari). The secretary of the North Otago Rugby Union (Mr G. Meikle) has received advice that the Buller touring team will arrive in Oamaru on Thursday, August 1. The match against North Otago will be played on the Saturday, and on the Monday the visitors will leave for the south. The Buller team will be a very-strong one, and includes E. Holder (ex-All Black) and G. Orman, both of whom played a prominent part in the recent All Black trials. LADIES' HOCKEY The following are the positions of the teams in the ladies' shield competition, five more games yet to be played:—

HAMPDEN HALL COMMITTEE Mr D. C. Dunbar presided at the annual meeting of the Hampden Hall Committee. The report showed that excellent work had been carried out during the year, and the chairman, on behalf of the committee, thanked the. Dramatic Society for its services in raising funds for the hall, and congratulated the members on their success at Dunedin. Mr Spears, on behalf of the Dramatic Society, responded, and informed the meeting that the society intended to hold a concert on August 2 to raise funds for books for the library.

The secretary was instructed to write to Mr and Mrs D. J. Ross expressing sympathy in their daughter's illness, and wishing her a speedy recovery. The election of officers resulted as follows:—President, Mr D. C. Dunbar; vice-president, Mr J. Murcott; secretary, Mr A. Familton; committee—Mrs Watt, Messrs Harris, Spears, and Stringer; Library Committee—Mr D. J. Ross, Mesdames Hetherington and Woods, and Miss Hay.

Points. Ch. P.W. L. D. F. A. Pts. Duntroon / . 7 6 — 1 70 20 13 Ngapara . 7 5 11 77 23 a Pirates . 9 5 3 1 159 55 li Georgetown . . 7 4 2 1 35 29 9 Tokarahi . 7 2 4 1 57 56 5 Kurow .. ". . 9 2 6 1 43 95 5 Omarama , 8—8—12 85 — THIRD GRADE. St. Kevin's .11 9 2 — 167 17 18 Old Boys .12 7 5—64 88 14 Athletic .12 5 7 — 33 153 10 School . 11 4 7 — 52 58 8 FOURTH GRADE. Athletic . 13 11 2 — 159 44 22 St. Kevin's . . 12 9 3—124 26 18 School . 12 4 8 — 119 178 8 Southern .13 1 12 — 17 171 2 FIFTH GRADE. Athletic . 13 7 5 1 71 77 15 St. Kevin's A . . 9 ,0 2 1 92 8 13 School .. . . 9 *C 3 — 153 20 12 St. Kevin's B . . 9—9—14 225 —

Ch. P. W. L. D. Pts. Arawa A .. .. 6 5 — 1 11 Pirata A .. .. 6 5 — 1 11 Maheno .. 6 4 2 — 8 Arawa B .. .. 0 2 4 — 4 Athletic .. .. 6 1 5 — 4 Pirata B .. .. G — fi — —