NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22659, 26 August 1935, Page 12

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

(FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT.)

RETURNED SOLDIERS ANNUAL REUNION The annual reunion of the Oamaru returned soldiers was held in the Lyric Hall on Saturday night, there being an attendance of about 150 ex-servicemen. This was considerably in excess of the numbers attending in recent years, indicating that as time goes on the ex-service-men are taking a more active interest; in the affairs of the .Returned Soldiers’ Association, the membership ox which is steadily increasing. The president (Mr E J. M*Nulty) occupied the chair, and with him were associated the Mayor (Mr M. F. Cooney), Mr J. A. Macpherson, M.P., Mr C. J. L. Mollison (district vicepresident of the New Zealand Returned Soldiers’ Association)and the following representatives of district branches:; — Messrs J. Dungey (Hampden), W. Bignall (Waitaki Hydro), A. Chapman (Upper • Waitaki), J. M. King (Waimate), and Messrs A. W. Woodward (South African Veterans) and J. Frew (honorary member). The chairman, who was played into the head table by Piper. Moncrieff. extended a very cordial welcome to all the vietors. The function proved the most successful of the kind ever held in Oamaru, and an exceedingly pleasant _ time was spent in an exchange. of- reminiscences and a renewal: of friendships made in the trenches.- In addition.to the New Zealand regiments such - as. the Otago and Canterbury Mounted Rifles, Otago and Canterbury Regiments,. . New . Zealand Rifle Brigade, Machine Gun .Corps, Army Service .Corps, and: N.e.w Zealand Field Artillery,, and several South, African veterans, there . were representatives, of the following famous Imperial regiments present:— Gordon-Highlanders, Cameron Highlanders,. Northumberland Fusiliers, -, Black Watch, Royal Air. J?orce, Royal Scots, London Scottish. Duke of Wellington Regiment, and also representatives of the Royal Navy and Sixth Australian Brigade. '

. The function . wag opened with the honouring of the loyal toast of “The Bang,” followed by “ Fallen Comrades,” during which “ Requiem ” was sung by Mr P - Linton Hodge. ‘ Mr Neil H. Colquhoun, proposing the toast. of “ The New . Zealand Returned Soldiers’ Association,” referred to the signal honour- that had been accorded Mr C. J: L. Mollison..in his election to the position of district vice-president. It was not necessary for him to extol the xvork of the association, said Mr Colquhoun, and eo long as they had level-headed leaders who had sympathy for their fellow- “ Diggers,” ns at present, the destinies of the association would be in capable hands. Careful and earnest consideration was given to all matters brought before the association, xvhich, he reminded them, was the most exclusive association in the world, as there was only one qualification for membership—service for the Empire.

In his reply, Mr Mollison took the opportunity of publicly thanking the Otago and Gore associations for proposing and seconding his nomination as district vicepresident. He took that as an honour for the North Otago Association, and as the .outcome of!' the hearty co-operation that had always existed between the Diggers and the officers of the association, He could assure them that they had a body of men in Wellington who looked . after the interests of the “ Diggers” and the association; men such as General Sir Andrew Russell, who had a proud record of service abroad and at home, and xvho had now been replaced by Mr W. Perry, M.L.C.; men who had done a lot of good for the soldiers as a whole. The association ■ was a truly democratic organisation, and every remit to come before the executive was dealt with on its merits. That was what was making a success of the association. Mr Mollison touched on the legislation that had been passed, and referred to the importance of the “Burnt-oiit Bill” that would come before the ■ next session ’ot Parliament. It had been decided that Anzac Day should remain a holy day of remembrance, and active representations were to be made to the Government in - reference to pension cuts, urging that the time had now arrived when these cuts should be Mr Mollison said he was pleased to see so many men from the British Expeditionary Forces present. The association _waa making representations to the authorities to see if the pensions for the overseas men could not be put on a basis. They should have better conditions than existed to-day. The ‘ Burnt-out Bill” was the most important item on the Order Paper for the next session of Parliament. They found that many men, who were discharged fit from active service, xvere noxv breaking down in health. (The average age of death was 47 years, xvhereas for civilians it was 57 or 58, and they felt that legislation should be passed to help the men breaking down. The_support of, every returned man should be'behind them to have (he Bill passed during the next session. The Mayor (Mr M, F. Cooney), proposing the toast of “The Oamaru Returned Soldiers’ Association,” congratulated Mr Mollison on his election as a Dominion vice-president. Knowing the members of the executive and the secretary as he did, he could assure those present that they spared no effort to further the interests of the men. They must all feel_ pleased at having Mr Colquhoun back with ,them again, restored to health. Mr S. Harrison (Dominion secretary), had told him that there was no more capable secretary in New Zealand than Mr Colquhoun. He concluded by thanking the association on behalf of the citizens, xvho had every reason to be proud of the fine example of citizenship set by the members of the association. Their recognition xvas shown in a tangible way —increased response at their annual appeal. v _ Mr M'Nulty replied to the toast, saying that during his time on the executive all with whom he had been associated had striven at all times to do their best in the interests of the men. The membership of the various associations was now on the increase, which was an encouraging sign. When they came back from the front all jonied up, but after , a year or two -many dropped out. They were now coming back, and he hoped all would soon be linked up with the association, as unity was strength. He acknowledged the generous treatment th eassociation had received from, the public and local bodies. ■ ■ ” , '■ . '

The toast of “The Visitors” was proposed by Mr P. L. Barr,, who coupled with the toast the Waimate, Upper Waitaki, Waitaki Hydro and Hampden branches, Toe H. the bands and honorary member, Mr J. Frew. Mr Barr said the association appreciated the help received from the branches, which were very enthusiastic and were doing good work. Good work for the community was done by Toe H, and he thanked the bands for their willing help at all times, and also Mr Frew for his continued support of the association. The toast was replied to by Messrs "J. M. King. A. Chapman, W. Bignall, J. Dungey, W. Widdowsou, J. Frew. T. Crisp, A. Familton and W. Couper. Other toasts honoured were “ Parliament and Local Bodies” (Mr A. Chapman —Messrs J. A. Macpherson and M. F. Cooney); “South African Veterans and Soldiers Aid Association” (Mr Mollison —Messrs A. W. Woodward and A. C. Piper): “ Performers. Press and Stewards ” (Mr M’Nulty—Messrs P. L. Hodge. H. E. Wetlde and J. W. Harrison): and “The Chairman.” The function was made all the more enjoyable by musical items, contributed by Messrs J. L. South (violin solos). E. •T. M’Nulty (recitations); Johnson Mayfield (songs). R. E. Diniick (recitations), F; Mitchell and Ogden (piano-accordion and violin), and community singing led by Mr J. Weir. The accompaniments were played by Mr G. Dorward. KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS MAJESTIC THEATRE “ One Night of Love,” with Grace Moore in the leading role, will be shown finally to-night at the Majestic Theatre. After seeing this on Friday and Saturday patrons justly conclude that Grace Moore occupies a high place among operatic stars. Without her voice she could quite easily become a light comedy actress. She has good looks and an altogether charming personality. Besides the glorious music there is a well-developed and logical plot. Plans for to-night are at the Bristol. OPERA HOUSE “ The Good Fairy,” which will be shown at the Opera House finally to-night, is a “ Daddy Longlegs ” type of story. Margaret Sullavan plays the leading role. Having to pose' as a married \kunan in a certain case she picks’ a husband out of a telephone book and there are hilarious eomplications.j Herbert Marshall, Frank Morgan,. Reginal Owen and Alan Hale are also in the cast. PERSONAL New Club Hotel. —Mr F. M’Ateer (Timaru), Mr and Mrs T. Dalhenburg (Invercargill), Mr and Mrs G. Justad, Mr 11. Fletcher (Wellington); Mr G, Glenn (Ashburton), Mr and Mrs 0. D. Sanelin. Miss M. Sanelin, Master >E. Sanelin (Christchurch), Mr H. S. Myers (Dunedin). Queen/s Hotel. —Mr L. D. Hurst (Wellington), Mr H. G. Nees, Mr W. Jones (Christchurch), Mr R. Chatterton (Gore), Mr J. S. Robertson (Waikaka), Mr W. Robertson (Invercargill), Mr A. H. MacDonald. Mr R. Gordon Spence. Mr J. A. Cromb (Ranfurly), Mrs M’Phail, Mr E. A. M’Phail. Miss M’Phail (Riverton).

FOURTH GRADE. Athletic 37, School nil, COUNTRY GAMES

Duntroon 13 beat Ngapara nil. Georgetown 9 beat Omarama 3.' SOUTHERN CLUB’S REUNION.

RUGBY FOOTBALL MAHENO WINS MOLLISON CUP Following its success in winning the Citizens’ Shield, Maheno, by defeating Old Boys at the Oamaru Show Grounds on Saturday by nine points to three, has also won the Mollison Cup for the Knockout Competition. Oxving to the strong wind blowing, good football was out of the question, and the game on the Oval on Saturday became very ragged at times. In the first half play was very even, but in the second spell Maheno had the territorial advantage, and had Old Boys hemmed on their line for many minutes at a time.

In the country Duntroon and Ngapara played the deciding game of the competition, the former securing a xvin by the good margin of 13 points to nil, Duntroon will thus be in an unassailable position in the competition. MAHENO v. OLD BOYS.

The game was not a very interesting one from the spectators’ point, of view, as forward play dominated throughout, the backs seldom being seen in passing movements. Webb started off the play with a good run down the line, but his pass was forxvard, and the Maheno forxvards, packing well,, worked their way back to halfway. The Blacks again attacked, but Clark sent them back with a short kick, and Newlands followed through well, taking the ball over the line. Cameron, however, sax’ed by kicking the ball out of bounds. The Greens kept up the pressure, until Easton brought relief with a good run, and took play into Green territory. Gray reversed the position xvith a good piece of play, but was xvell tackled by Easton, before he reached the line. Hollow secured from the ruck, and after a short run sent out, to Cahill, who made a determined race for the line, but was tackled within striking distance. Using the wind to advantage, Old Boys gained ground with several line kicjks, but the Green forwards came through well, and took the ball at their toes over the Blacks’ txventy-five yards’ line, xvhere Easton was benalised for holding on to the ball too long. Johnston found the posts with a good kick against a difficult xvind. Maheno 3, Old Boys nil. Old Boys attacked, and during a piece of loose forxvard play were penalised, and J. Rodgers wag ordered off the field. The Black forxvards kept up the attack, and Cameron secured to score a good try. Easton failed to convert. Although the Greens kept up the attack for the remainder of the spell, the score was unchanged at half time. Maheno 3, Old Boys 3.

Still less was seen of back play in the second spell, and the Green forwards had their opponents penned inside their twenty-five almost throughout the spell. This half opened with the Greens attacking, but Easton secured, and after a good run passed to Cameron, who was well tackled by Bruce. Maheno kept up the attack, and, following a hard, forward struggle on the line, Johnston dived over for. a good try. The scorer failed with the .kick. Maheno 6, Old Boys 3. For a while play remained on the halfway line, until G. Newlands put in a good run, being forced into touch a few feet from the line. Cameron came through well, and took play into Old Boys’ territory, but the Maheno players rallied again to the attack, •and for a long while held the play on Old Boys’ twenty-five line, making repeated attempts to score. However, Clark broke away and took the ball right down to the Green line, but 6. Newlands saved with a good piece of play, and the Greens once again became the aggressors. Shortly after Souness secured. from a scrum in front of the posts, and sent out to his backs for Cahill to score just a few minutes before the final whistle sounded, with the scores: ' . Maheno .. .. . . 9 points. Old Boys ... .; ... .. 3 points. . Mr L. Ward was the referee, CURTAIN-RAISER.

The curtain-raiser x\-as provided by a Rossibles-Probablesj junior trial match, and resulted in a fairly closely-contested game. Mr C. Crone xvas the referee.

There xvas a large attendance of members, supporters and visitors at the annual smoke concert of the Southern Football Club on Saturday night, and a very happy time was spent. The president of the club (Mr C. Dalgety) occupied the chair, and extended a hearty welcome to the representatives of the North Otago Rugby Union and North Otago Referees’ Association,

The following toast list was honoured: “ The King ”; “ North Otago Eugby, Union ” (Mr W. Barnett-Mr R. Young); Southern Football Club ” (Mr C. CroneMr L. M'Phail); “Coach and Selectors” (Mr J. M'Phail-Mr G. B. Stevenson); “ Referees’ Association ” (Mr V. M'Don-a!d-Mr M. Woodward); “ Kindled Clubs ” (Mr G. B. Stevenaon-Mr Crone, Athletic, Mr Young, Excelsior; Mr Robertson, Maheno; Mr Woodward, Old Boys); “The Chairman.” The toast list was interspersed with several much appreciated vocal and instrumental items. DRAGGED BY HORSE DEATH FROM INJURIES On Saturday, at about 6.30 p.m., a young man, 26'years of age, Mr Thomas Edward Portis, of Airedale, and son of Mr Thomas Portis, the well-known Jersey stock breeder, received severe' injuries, from which he liter succumbed, as the result of being dragged for some distance by a horse. It appears that Mr Portis was engaged in discing with a four-horse team on his father’s property and had uncoupled the team ■when, in some manner, his foot caught in the loop of the chain which was attached, to a back-band on the horse and hooked to the hamcs. The circumstances suggest that the horse took fright and dragged Mr Portis for about 15 chains. He was found by his brother, Richard Arthur Portis. and was in an unconscious condition. Dr Butler was summoned, and it was found that the injured man. was suffering from face and head injuries and also from severe bruises on the right side of his body. The deceased did not regain consciousness, and died soon after. Yesterday an inquest was held before the coroner (Mr W. H. Frith), when evidence was given by Richard Arthur John Portis, who detailed the circumstances by which his brother came to be injured, resulting in his death. Dr E. Butler stated that the injuries received were consistent with the deceased having been dragged for some distance and that death was due to laceration of the brain. Evi dence was also given bjr Thomas Portis (father of the • deceased) and Constable Tretheway. The coroner returned a verdict that the debased died at Airedale on Saturday last from laceration of the brain, accidentally received through beins dragged by a horse. PORT OF OAMARU High Water. —August 26: 0.38 a.m. and 1.1 p.m. The Wainui is expected on Wednesday, September 24. to load for Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Kairaai is expected about Friday, August 30. to load for Wellington, Nelson, and New Plymouth, via ports. The Wingatui was expected to leave Auckland on Friday afternoon with sugar and genera] cargo for Oamaru, being due at this port on Monday. September 2, when she will load for Wellington and Auckland, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Union Steam Ship Company, as agents, advises that the Federal Steam Navigation Company’s s.s. Surrey will load refrigerated and general cargo for London and west coast (United Kingdom) ports at Oamaru about August 28, The allotment will be 3000 freight carcasses for London and 7000 for West of England ports, together with 300 bales of w-001.

MEN’S HOCKEY HANDICAP TOURNAMENT The handicap tournament for the J acohs Cup was completed on Saturday. Municipal retained its lead of one point by defeating Totara by four goals to three, not requiring its handicap of two goals. Oamaru (runners-up) easily accounted for Rovers, scoring seven goals to its opponents’ two, which was Rovers’ handicap. MUNICIPAL v. TOTARA. The Municipal-Totara match was evenly contested throughout. From the bully-off J. Clark set his forwards in an attacking position, and pressed for some time, till Amies cleared, the ball travelling the full length of the field. A struggle in front of Totara’s goal resulted in Webb finding the net. From the bully-off good combination by the Totara forwards had Municipal in trouble, but off-side play brought relief. From the free-hit Municipal kept control of the ball, and Webb again found the net. J. Clark went through the opposition from the bully-olf to score for Totara. Municipal then pressed for some time, several shots at the goal going wide. Webb, by a solo effort, went through to register his third goal. Play continued very fast. Totara then took the upper hand, and J. Clark had a shot, but the ball hit the post, a twenty-five resulting. From the bully-off L. Clark, J. Clark, and Richardson, in a passing bout, drew the defence for J. Clark to score. J. and L. Clark set up another attack, but Amies saved. Following this Richardson took the ball up and found the net with a fine shot, and the scores at half time were Totara 3, Municipal 3. After the interval play became very fast, each side attacking in turn. Rawson for Totara and Amies for Municipal were prominent on defence. The Totara 'forwards combined much better than their opponents, and only solid defence kept them out. From a break-away by the Municipal forwards a goal seemed certain, when Rawson obstructed, and a penalty bully was awarded. H. Bremner beat an offender to find the net. This proved to be the only goal registered in the second spell, Municipal retaining the lead by four goals plus its handicap of 2 goals to 3. Messrs T. W. Jacobs and E. H. Coker were the umpires. OAMARU v. ROVERS.

The Oamaru-Rovers match was not very interesting from a spectators’ point of view, the Oamaru eleven having the better of the game from start to finish. From the commencement the Oamaru team started a hard attack, and Brain (Rovers) cleared to Devon, who gained a little territory, but was repulsed by Arnott, who' neatly passed to Here. On securing Hore took play into Rovers circle, and Frew made a nice save from which a penalty corner resulted. Rawstorn was penalised for a carried ball, thus spoiling a chance at scoring. Hedges took the free hit, and made a fine pass to Churchill, who lost possession. Beckingham made a fine clearing shot to Hore, who, from a series of nice play, opened the score for Oamaru with a fast and hard shot. Play at this/ stage was very ragged, and shortly before half time Hore again found the net with a good shot. Oamaru 2, Rovers nil. From the commencement of the second spell Oamaru attacked strongly but Nesbit was not' fortunate in netting. From the twenty-five Pindor made « fine opening for his forwards, but they were sent back from a clearing shot by M’Lardy. Arnott took the free hit for sticks, and gained much territory for his team. The Oamaru eleven was not to be denied of this advantage, and the forwards, after a hard attack, were again successful, this time Beswick adding to the score with a slow, tricky shot. From then on play centred round Rovers’ twenty-five, and from a break through Rawstoru found the net with a hard and difficult shot. Shortly afterwards these were added to by Hore, Beswick, and Blair, the last-named scoring an excellent goal from a difficult angle. When time was called the final score was in favour of Oamaru by 7 goals to 2 (handicap) goals. Messrs H. W. Thomas and G. E. Richardson controlled the game. OAMARU TROTTING CLUB ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of members of the Oamaru Trotting Club was held in the Bungalow on Saturday night. Mr M. J. Hannon (president) occupied the chair, and there was a small attendance. Mr Hannon, moving the adoption of the annual report and balance sheet, said the past year had been quite successful, and the capital account had been increased by £7OO, which showed the very satisfactory financial position of the club. This was after paying for improvements on the course including the completion of the stewards’ stand, sand roll, and a number of minor improvements. It was proposed this year to carry out further improvements, such as the provision of lockers, jockeys’ board, and improvements to the jockeys’ and trainers’ quarters, etc., which would make for a better envii'onment fer visitors. On the completion of these improvements there would be nothing, outside the metropolitan courses, better than the Oamaru course in New Zealand, The annual report and balance sheet y/ere adopted. . . There being no further nominations, the seven retiring members of, the committee, Messrs S. Dalgleish. J. E Farrell, M. J. Hannon, L. J. Smith, J. W. Stevenson. K. O’Meara, and C. L. Ayson, were j declared re-elected to the committee and the retiring auditor (Mr W. M’Combie) was re-elected. GENERAL NEWS For the weekly sale at the Waiareka yards to-morrow three-quarter-bred, halfbred, cross-bred and fat ewes, fat wethers, wether hoggets, fat steers and heifers, and one dairy cow have been entered. Messrs Mulligan and Forbes will oiler for sale at their central mart m Wear street, on Friday next, at 1 pan., a bungalow of four rooms situated in Stoui street, and lately occupied by Mr J. M’Kenzie. There is a motor garage and also a-quarter of an acre of leasehold property. , ~ , , Mr M’Kenzie presided over a good attendance of members at a meeting of the Tokarahi Young Farmers’ Club, ihe secretary reported that arrangements for Dr Hilgendorf’s visit to the district had been completed. The subject for debate was “That horses are superior to tractors.”' Those who took part in the debate were: Messrs J. M’Kenzie, Blair and Hore, for the affirmative, and Messrs M. Milrnine, Laird and Budge for the negative. . . , , Mr Harold G. Hobday, by advertisement. expresses appreciation of the congratulations of Oamaru residents on his recent successful stage production. He leaves Oamaru to-day for Dunedin, where he is to produce another play, and has intimated that he will return to Oamaru to produce the play “ Oh. What a Night! ” . On Saturday the wind, which reached gale force at times, continued throughout the day. causing considerable damage to gardens and fences. The worst damage reported is the blowing down of the fence in front of the ’Municipal Baths. The Waitaki Hall Trust’s jubilee ball was one of the most successful functions ever held in the district, there being a gathering of about 80 couples present. The ball was artistically decorated with streamers and greenery, and the grand march was led off by Mr and Mrs David Brosnan, sen. The ball took the form of bard-up and fancy costumes, and the prizes for fancy costumes were won by Mrs J. Solomon and Mr T. Maibaroa, and for the bard-up by Miss V. Crimson and Mr G. Todd. The lucky spot waltz,was won by Miss V. Hylands and Mr M. Wliitteker, and the statue waltz by Miss V, Hylands aiul Mr J. Calder. Excellent music was supplied by Miss Wjlce’s orchestra, and extras were played by Miss Adams. Mrs Hewson. Mr C. Jones and Mr T. Lavery. Mr D. Brosnan and Mr G. Todd carried out the duties of M.C.’s. On Saturday afternoon, in the Wesley Hall, the Sunday school teachers entertained the parents of scholars. During the afternoon musical, vocal., and elocutionary items were given bv the teachers and friends. Games and community singing were also indulged in hv all. A yerv eniovahde afternoon was brought to a close with the handing round of afternoon tea.

LADIES’ HOCKEY OTAGO v. NORTH OTAGO On Saturday two teams journeyed from Dunedin, and in the senior match Otago defeated North Otago by the close margin of 2 goals to 1. In the junior section North Otago defeated the visitors by 3 goals to ml. The games were not of a high standard, the junior match, if anything, being more interesting than the senior. All the teams were evenly matched, and both matches were keenly contested. Obstruction and turning were the chief infringements, both teams being penalised for these breaches. SENIOR MATCH. From the commencement Otago attacked hard and on several occasions just missed scoring. Good back play by R. Clare and M. Howard saved North Otago several times in the early stages of the match. Both elevens were evenly matched, and play during the first spell was kept «np and down the field. From a corner hit R. Cumberbeach opened the score lor Otago with a nice shot. The Otago team showed superiority with its stick work. Half time was called with the scores; — Otago 1, North Otago nil. On recommencing North Otago played a strong attacking game and the visitors were kept busy defending. From a penalty corner the home forwards lost an excellent opportunity to even the score through overeagerness and lack of clean hitting. Apparently the pace was telling on the visitors at this stage, and lack of combination spoiled many good opportunities. The local girls made good use of the chance and were unfortunate in not finding the net with several shots. From a corner R. Cumberbeach secured, and, after tak ing the ball the full length of the fieid, found the net with a goot shot. Otago 2. North Otago nil. Determined to even the score, the local players made a hard attack and this time were successful. M. Raweliffe opened the score for North Otago with a hard angle shot. However, on completing the halfway bully both teams put more vim into the play, and until time, was called the game was very open and fast. The final score was:Otago 2, North Otago 1. Messrs S. Miller and E. H. Coker were the umpires. JUNIOR MATCH.

The junior match proved of more interest to the spectators, and the play was even more open and willing. The two teams showed good team work which at ‘times was spoiled by too much bunching by the wings when they neared the circles. Play was kept well in midfield during the. early stages of the match. Unfortunately Miss Williams was forced to retire from the field from a nasty knock on the hand. From a melee M. Perkins opened the score for the home side. Until half time the ball was kept well in the centre of the field, and shortly before time G. Muuto added another goal for the home team, the score being: —North Otago 2, Otqgo nil.

On recommencing the local team made n strong effort to advance the score, but wag successfully driven back by fine clearing shots by the visitors. Play was open and interesting, both sides attacking and defending in turn. During this spell obstruction and sticks caused the game to be stopped far too often. From a sally the Oamaru representatives were again successful, G. Munro finding the net with a slow shot. When full time was called the score resulted in a win for North Otago by 3 goals to nil." Messrs J. H. Mushet and T. Jacobs controlled the match. It was unfortunate that the hiorth Otago selector was culled on to referee the junior game while there were other members of the Referees’ Association available.

After the games the visitors were entertained by the local association to tea’ at the Strand ten rooms. REPRESENTATIVE TEAM;

The following team has been chosen by the sole selector (Mr M. Mushet) to represent North Otago against Ashburton on September 7, at Oamaru. the colours to be the same as against Otago:— Goal. —Miss Thompson (Pirata). Full-backs. —Misses 11. Clare (Pirata) and M. Howard (Ngapara). Halves.—Left half: Miss Jean Rawcliffe (Windsor); centre, Miss i M. Wills (Duntroon); right half. Miss E. Symons XArawa). Forwards. —Left wmg, Miss Berry (Pirata) ; inside-left. Miss Hampton (Windsor) ; centre, Miss M. Rawcliffe (Windsor); inside-right. Miss Hampton (Windsor) : right wing. Miss M. Mushet (Arawa, captain). . Emergencies.—Backs: Misses E. Bedford (Pirata). Newlnnds (Ngapara). Forwards: Misses Perkins (Windsor) and Wattereus (Pirata). MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING OAMARU CLUB'S OPEN MEETING The annual open championship meeting of the Oamaru Club was held on the Oamaru range on Saturday afternoon and night, and proved an. outstanding success. There was a large assemblage of riflemen, representing various clubs from Otago, Central Otago, North Otago, and South Canterbury. The club had the various arrangements for the meeting well in hand, and the shooting was carried out to schedule. •In addition to an enjoyable time spent in shooting, a very fine spirit of friendship prevailed throughout the meeting, and was characteristic of the friendly rivalry that exists at these meetings. In the teams’ shoot Timaru, with four off the possible 400, proved the winner in this section, with both Willowbridge and Waimate equal for second place. Six riflemen obtained possibles in the A Grade Individual and thus divided the first prize money, while 20 secured 79’s. In the A Grade Aggregate R. Cameron (Waimate), with the possible 160, took first place, and C. Rennie (Oamaru Railway) was one down. In the B Grade shoot G. Wisnesky (Oamaru Railway) •returned the best score of 79 to win this section.

The following arc the detailed results: —

Championship Teams’ Shoot.—Timaru, 396 points, I; Willowbridge and Waimate, 393 (equal), 2; Glenavy No. 1, 391, 4; Gleniti and Dunedin Railway, 389 (equal), 5. A Grade Individual. —I. Swinard, C. Rennie, R. Cameron, C. Blair, J. Robertson, E. C. Wright 80, C. J. Parsons, W. Warrington, Miss I. Hill, D. Watson, A. Rennie, J. Caldwell, H. Stevenson, N. Gibson, W. F. Taylor, E. Chapman, J. Stevenson, D. Marshall, V. Hicks, A. Agnew, W. Falloon, C. Thomas, M Sinclair, J. Purdie, K. Malthus, R. Cochrane 79.

A Grade Aggregate. —R. Cameron 'Waimate), 160, 1; C. Rennie (Railway), 159, 2; J. Macfarlane, A. Rennie, J. Caldwell, C. Fleming, D. Marshall, V. Hicks, VV. Bradshaw, A. Agnew, J. Purdie, K. Malthas, 158, 3; C. Parsons, W. Warrington, I. Swinard, T. Cochrane, S. Agnew, B. Richardson, C. Bennett, D. Watson, W. T. Taylor, J. Stevenson, J. Robertson, G. Marra, W. Falloon, E. C. Wright, N. Andrews, M. Sinclair, R. Cochrane, 157. 4. B Grade Individual. —G. Wisnesky (Railway), 79, 1; J. Gray, E. Roney, E. Nicholson, A. Thoreau, 78. 2: J. Leslie, A. M'Phail, L. Brunton, G. Flannery, J. Beardsmore, W. Smith, A. Averis, J. Carrick, B. Campbell. 77, 3. GOLF MEN’S MEDAL MATCH Under stormy weather conditions a Medal Match was played by the Men’s Club at the Awamoa links on Saturday. The best scores were returned by P. W. Hargreaves 91 —13 —78 and S. Burton 101 —23 —78 (equal), Hargreaves being the winner of the medal on the count back. The other scores were; D. L. Grant 96—17—79, J. Kilpatrick 85—4 —Bl, W. J. Wilson 92—8—84, F. S. Milnes 93 —9 —84, M. S. Holmes 94 —9 —BS. LADIES’ CLUB. The Stableford Bogey Match resulted as follows: —Mrs Hunter 11—27—38, Miss C. Nicollq 15 —19 —34, Mrs Burton 18— 13—31, Mrs Brown 17-14-31, Mrs Roll 10—20—30. Mrs M'Culloch 15—15—30. Racing tracks for both greyhounds and horses have been declared “out of bounds” to the policemen of Liverpool, except when on duty. It Talks: The shop front display tells the stow eloquently, but it is a fixture which attracts onlv the passers-by. The Ctago Daily Times carries the tidings everywhere. It is your best selling agent. Advertising pays.