NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22905, 12 June 1936, Page 12

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

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ST. JOHN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION

ANNUAL MEETING There was a large at the annual meeting of the Oamaru St. John Ambulance Association, over which the Ven. Archdeacon Russell presided. Lieu-tenant-colonel Morey (Dunedin), assistant commissioner for Otago, and representing the Otago Ambulance Association, was also present. Miss J. B. Wilson forwarded a contribution of-£1 Is, which was received with thanks. In moving the adoption of the report. Archdeacon Russell congratulated the working members of ~the association on the splendid work they were carrying on, and also , the secretary (Mr T. J. Guthrie), and Divisional Superintendent W. J. Davies and his willing band of assistants for the excellent service they were rendering. He considered that the work that was being carried on by the members of the association was fully appreciated by the whole community. There was no town where there was a more happier and devoted band of workers, who so always willingly and sacrificingly carried out their duties. They were thankful that the financial side of_ the association was being maintained in a healthy state. The association appreciated the work done by the doctors in giving instruction to the members, ana they were always willing to co-operate with the association in any possible way. The annual report and balance sheet, which showed a credit of £l4 15s Id, were adopted. , , , , ■ The election of officers resulted as toi]oW8 ;_p res ident, Ven. Archdeacon Russell; vice-presidents—Mrs J. M. Forrester, Dr R. S. J. Fitzgerald, and Mrs W. J. Davies; secretary, Mr T. .J,, Guthrie; committee—Mesdames M'Callum, Emmett, Skirving, Misses J. B. Wilson and Marwick, Messrs H. C. Jeffcry and'H. BarC Mrs J. M. Forrester then presented medallions to Misses K. Wilson, I. Rush, and G. Steele, and congratulated them on their success. Archdeacon Russell extended a hearty welcome to Lieutenant-colonel Morey, and also to Messrs W. Widdowson and A. Bloch, of the Oamaru Toe H group In reply Mr Widdowson thanked the association for its invitation. It was gratifying to . know that the St. John Ambulance Association, which was doing such wonderful work, recognised such a body as Toe H, and he stated that it gave encouragement to the members of the group to come in touch with the association. He congratulated the band of long service officers on the duties they had carried out so efficiently in the community. On being called upon to present five years' certificates. Lieutenant-colonel Morey assured those present that the association in Dunedin had very kindly feelings towards the local association, and if there was anything -it could do to help along tne work in Oamaru the Otago Association was only too willing to do so. As far as his new position as district commissioner was concerned, he had not yet had the opportunity of inspecting the local unit, but he hoped to do so in the near future. He considered that a happy state of affairs would be to have every man, woman and child instructed in first aid work. He did not see why there could not be two ambulance divisions in Oamaru, and also a cadet division from which recruits could be drawn. Mr 1». Milner had promised to go into the question of forming a cadet division at the Waituki Boys' High School, and this would indeed be a great thing. There was no» reason why divisions could not be formed at each of the churches, and in the Toe H group. He felt sure u something were done in this way the ambulance movement in Oamaru would go ahead rapidly, and next year there would be a much bi«ger association. He then presented certificates to Ambulance Sisters M. Jefl'ery, A. J. Colenso, L. M. Sherwin, and M. H. Wallace. The meeting was interspersed with much-appreciated items, the programme being as follows:—Play reading (explained by Mrs J. M. Forrester)—Mesdames W. J. Davies, J. Holmes, Misses P. Tomlinson and Fitzgerald; pianoforte solo, Miss Isobel Dawson; songs, Misses W. Slater, Hinkley, and M. Tweed, and Mr Colin Campbell; recitation, Miss Pat Hook. Mrs Tweed and Miss Dawson played the accompaniments. Mr A. Bloch moved a comprehensive vote of thanks, especially thanking Dr Bevan Brown for his interesting ad-, dress. Divisional Superintendent W. J. Davies thanked the Nursing Division for providing the supper and the chairman for his work during the year.

GENERAL NEWS The Duntroon Miniature Rifle Club will hold its annual dance in the Duntroon Hall on Thursday, June 25. The floor is in good order and an excellent supper is to be provided. Music will be supplied by the Melody Boys' Dance Band and Mr H. Waters will be M.C. A free bus from Oamaru leaves the Farmers Cooperative corner at 7 p.m. A railway line has been laid along the foreshore bank in the vicinity of the Oamaru Gas Works, and in pursuance of the Borough Council's policy to protect the works against the foreshore erosion a start will be made to-day to discharge loads of stone at the back of the works. The work will be carried out by the Railways Department for the Oamaru Borough Council. •'■ . , The power failure between 5 o clock and 5.38 on Wednesday night caused a great deal of inconvenience to late shoppers and business people of Oamaru, as the whole of the business area was thrown into complete darkness. It appears that certain operations were being earned out by the Public Works Department at the Weston sub-station when the automatic switch tripped off the power. There was a heavy load on at the time as the whole of the shop lighting system was operating. The Power Board's plant took up a portion of the load without loss of time, and the department restored the power for a short time when it failed again. It was over a quarter of an hour before the normal supply was restored.

BASKETBALL The following are the teams to represent the Star Club in the matches to be played at the Waitaki Girls' High School to-morrow: — A Team.—Misses C. Minty, S. Colclough, G. Cooke, V. Connell. 0. Hedges. K. Pilling, B. Warnock, M. Robertson, N. M'Caffrey. , ~ . B. Team.—-Misses P. Jenkm, C. Jenkin, K. Heavey, G. Abel, I. Cawley, L. Padkin, D Crawshaw. L. Johnston, B. Dnvey; emergencies, Misses B. Forbes and 1. Young.

PORT OF OAMARU High Water.—June 12: 8.23 a.m. and 8.51 p.m. TTr The Wainui is due at Oamaru on Wednesday, June 24, to load for Wellington, Napier, and Gisbornc, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Kant is expected here on Ihurgday, June 18, to load for Wellington, Nelson, and New Plymouth, via ports. The Karetu cleared Sydney on June 4, sailing for Bluff, Dunedin, Lyttelton, Timaru, and Oamaru. She is due here about June 18.

DOCTOR'S OPINIONS ON HEALTH ADDRESS BY DR BEVAN BROWN At the annual meeting of the Oamaru branch of the St. John Ambulance Association Dr Bevan Brown gave an interesting address on " Health." He stated that the members of the St. John Ambulance were skilled in first-aid, in home nursing, and in services auxiliary to a hospital. For such work the members deserved the grateful thaulcs of the community. In doing this work they were, in fact, sharing in the work of maintaining and safeguarding the health of the community, and, therefore, they should bo interested in all questions appertaining to health. The speaker then went on to say something concerning health and the measures to attain or preserve it. Health, said Dr Bevan Brown, consisted of the proper functioning of all one's faculties—the healthy body being the servant o"f the healthy mind. The man of fine muscular and general physical development, without any bodily ailment or defect, was not a healthy person if he were obsessed with his bodily health, if he thought of nothing else, or was the prey of fears, depression, or boredom. So at the outset they might see that health was not a question merely of the body—it meant a wideness of that psychophysical complex they called man. All his faculties, mental and physical, must be harmoniously developed, and subservient to his will. Then, again, they must remember that health was not an end in itself, but only a means They might ask, and most of them would readily answer the question, "to what end?" The "end" was the good life. It was obvious that health in itself was a futile quest, if-the" were to do nothing with it when they found it, and he suggested that the good life was one where the individual had full opportunity of expressing himself and in serving the community. In the question of health, continued the speaker, they were often led to mistake the means for the end. It frequently happened that people thinking that health was of such paramount importance devoted all their energy and thoughts to its acquisition and therein failed to achieve it. The man who was obsessed with questions of health was not a healthy man —he was warped. The man who was depressed, who worried about the functions of his various organs, who was the prey to undue anxiety, however healthy his body, was not in good health. Like the pursuit of pleasure, the pursuit of health was an illusion if it was made an end in itself, for the verend was suggestive of mental ill-health. For health came almost unconsciously, and most healthy people were unaware that they were so. This did not mean that they must take no thought for the rules of health, but rather that, in the complex life of modern times, they should give it its proper place, observe reasonable rules, and let it grow. There was an enormous amount of ill ness in this world, said Dr Bevan Brown, which came from wrong thinking, wrong feeling, and a lack of emotional stability. Anxiety, worry, etc., were to some extent the conditions of modern life, but they might be so great as to mean illness. Fear, depression, boredom were all illnesses which were far too prevaleut. The fear of certain diseases was also often worse than the disease itself.

Regarding psychological health, the doctor felt that this opened up a big subject. Broadly speaking psychological health was very precarious, unless all their instincts had satisfactory expression, either directly or in sublimation. In civilised life many of their instincts tended to be repressed, and it should be their task to see that adequate expression was possible for everyone. Warß, in the speaker's opinion, were not due to economic causes or foolish statesmanship —'though these might be the exciting causes—but they were ultimately due to the heart of man, to his passions, to his deep, repressed instincts, to unconscious fear or to unsatisfied and pugnacious elements. In their desire for peace they should try to remember this, and not forget that the individual's sudden impulse to " see red" could collectively, under the herd instinct, lead to war. lor those who were psychologically ill now methods and new discoveries, sometimes of old truths —as shown in the wonderful development of modern psychology—could help them. Health meant facing facts, and knowing the truth to set one free. No diet whatever would avail to heal a mind in conflict. Dr Bevan Brown asked. " What should the ordinary person do about his health? " They should put things in their right proportion, and there were certain obvious rules of diet, which the doctor explained. They should remember, too. that pleasant conversation and fellowship at a meal was to be rated higher than vitamins. Then a reasonable amount of physical and menial exercise should be taken. Physical exercise was far better in the forms of games, pleasant sociable expeditions, than grim physical jerks; and their minds demanded the same attention. They should all try to think for themselves, and npt get their ideas ready niade from books or newspapers. Regarding mental exercise, they must have both thought and feeling—intellectual and emotional activity. Enthusiasm should involve both, and enthusiasm for some cause, and the nobler the better, was essential to health. There was an enormous number of outlets for enthusiasm, and in throwing themselves into one they were apt to forget that there were many others equally demanding an interest, and it was important to try to maintain a due balance. For instance, enthusiasm for improving the material conditions of life should go hand in hand with zeal for making that life valuable and fruitful A prosperous community, whose only interest was in material things, would be an unhealthy community. Enthusiasm was a very valuable thing, but it should take as broad a view as possible. The irreatcst minds in the world were those minds whiel] coukl see the wood and the trees. Then health consisted of the harmonious and wholesome activity of mind and body, and it was a state which might be present without the fortunate possessor being aware of it.

Continuing, Dr Bevan Brown stated that if they observed the very simple rules of physical health without being faddists, and if they did their duty in the community, and found satisfaction in so doing, they should be living happy and wholesome lives. It was one of the tragedies of civilisation that many were unable to find these things, and it should be one of their major enthusiasms to try to ensure (hat everyone should have the opportunity of living this happy and adolescent life. This did not mean that they should then he delivered from all disease because they were mortal men; but they should be observing a proper balance. In the Republic of Plato. Socrates and his friends conducted long and careful search for the meaning of justice—or righteousness. They thought it would help them if they imagined an ideal State. Socrates suddenly declared with a laugh that it was there under their feet, without their seeing it —that justice consisted in each man doiiiK his duty in the Stale. So they might say health was that state of body and mind where all the facts and faculties did their appointed work in harmony.

In conclusion the speaker said that in regard to the health of others, and in dealing with accident and disease the story might be somewhat different—they were bound to strain their energies to maintain the public health and to alleviate pain and sickness when they found it. None of his remarks on diet should be taken to mean that diet did not matter, said Dr Bevan Brown, nor that it was not of the utmost importance in certain diseases. However, health was eo often taken in the wrong way, and so many false conceptions of it existed that he felt it might It; instructive for him to deal with that subject.

OAMARU BOROUGH COUNCIL

FORTNIGHTLY MEETING The fortnightly mooting of the Oamaru Borough Council was held last night, when there were present: —The Mayor (MrM. F. E. Cooney) anil Crs L. .Macrae, K Jenkins, A. R. Tait, G. White, F. Butterfield, A. Wilson, G. A. Mitchell, G. T. Gillies, A. E. Hodge, K. Familton, and N. H. Colquhoun.

Adjutant Duggan applied for permission to install a bracket and lamp with a switch on the power pole in front of Hannah's premises, Thames street, to supply light for open air meetings held three times a week.--Referred to Lighting Committee. Consent was given to a transfer of the lease of part section 12, block 77, from Mrs 1. W. Grave to A. Baxter, as applied for by Messrs Lee, Grtive, Grave, and Zimmermann.

The Collector of Customs wrote in reference to tenders for the supply of beach sand and beach gravel, and asked the council to inform the successful tenderer that this* material would be liable to a royalty of sixpence a yard for sand and a shilling pier yard for shingle.—-The Mayor said that some time ago an account had been received for royalty from the Marine Department, but representations were made to the department and the inspector called, and after discussion he considered the matter closed, but today they received this notice from the Collector of Customs. He took it as an imposition of the first order to ask the council to pay for the sand and shingle for which the department was no more responsible than he himself. It was coming to a nice pass, said Mr Cooney; when a local body was humbugged in this way. It was absolutely ridiculous, for, if one lit a fire on the beach or took shells, one was . liable to prosecution. The council had not received a word from the Marine Department, and he took exception to such treatment. The Mayor read a caution notice dated May 4, issued by the Marine Department, that the removal of sand, shingle, shells, driftwood, or any other materials from the foreshore, or lighting of fires was prohibited, and offenders were liable to prosecution. —It was decided strongly to protest against the department charging a royalty to the council, the Mayor, Crs K. Familton, and A. Wilson being appointed a committee to interview the Rev. A. H. Nordmeyer, M. 1., in the matter. Mr Frank Crawshaw wrote suggesting that the committee discuss the question of widening Medway street.—-The Mayor and Crs K. Familton and A._ Wilson' were appointed a committee to interview .Mr Crawshaw on the subject. Mr J. H. Cartwright wrote asking that a tree be removed from in front of section 5, block XII, Trent street, to give access to a garage.—Referred to the chairman of reserves and the curator. Messrs Hjorring, Tait, and Farrell applied on behalf of Mrs M. J. Barclay for consent to the subdivision of section 22, block LXXXVIII, Oamaru.—Agreed to. . In accordance with notice of motion. Cr Butterfield moved that the resolution of April 6 empowering the architect to confer with the gasworks manager to prepare plans and specifications and invite tenders for the erection of a new stoke house at the gasworks, and that the public trustee be asked release sufficient from the Depreciation Funds to meet the cost, be rescinded. —The motion was carried without discussion. Cr Familton again brought forward the question of making safety zones for pedestrians in Thames street, from Meek street to Dalgcty's corner. There was no provision for pedestrian traffic, or any safety zones. Cars could park in parking areas right up to the intersection, and they should have safety zones at the exits of the parking areas, even though it meant the loss of two or three parking stands iu each area. He moved that two exits be ~ut down in grass each year to provide safety zones for pedestrians, instanc'ng localities opposite the Power Board and Queen's Hotel. Cr Colquhoun seconded the motion. —Cr Wilson raised the point as to how cars could leave the parking areas without breaking the by-law, but at the suggestion of the Mayor the matter was referred to the By-laws Committee, the Mayor also suggesting that a demonstration be arranged. Cr Mitchell reported that Dr Chisholm, of Hanraer, had forwarded n collection of Japanese iris to the curator, and the town clerk was directed to forward a letter of thanks to Dr Chisholm. Cr Jenkins reported that Mr Hulls had been granted permission to cut grass at the reservoir. He had received a report from the inspector that there were 17 wooden flumes of 4050 feet, 12 wooden boxes of 582 feet, and six steel flumes of 1210 feet.—The Mayor thanked Cr Jenkins for the report, which showed that a quarter of the fluming had been replaced by steel.—Cr White drew attention to the dangerous state of the tootpath next to the fence at the Commercial stables iu Lees street, the matter being referred to the inspector for his report. The Finance Committee reported a credit balance of £1417 7s lid in the District Fund account, and accounts totalling £925 3s 6d were passed for payment. The By-laws Committee recommended that consent be given to subdivide sections 12, 13, and 14, block 11, as shown on the plan submitted by Messrs Ongley and Grater. —Adopted. The By-laws Committee recommended that the letter from the Department of Internal Affairs, with reference to limiting the number of wholesale and retail sellers of motor spirits, be received,- and that those who had installed new pumps since the commencement of the present licensing year be advised of the proposed com! itions.—Adopted. The By-laws Committee reported that in view of the resolution concerning the granting of permits to conduct street stalls, the committee had declined the application of Miss Jean Miller in connection with the present carnival. The Works Committee reported that Mr I. M'Donald's request with reference to the formation of a track from the crown of the road to the footpath in Till street, had been attended to. The Works Committee recommended that the chairman's action in authorising the erection of a Neon sign at Messrs Kerr and Co's premises be approved.— Adopted. The Works Committee recommended that support be given the Napier Borough Council's proposal in connection with promoting a scheme for the formation of a local bodies' employees' union right throughout New Zealand. —Adopted. The Works Committee recommended that the quotation from the Shell Company of New Zealand, Ltd.. for the supply of 2000 gallons of Spramex, at £7 5s per ton, f.0.b., Dunedin, plus sales tax, be accepted.—Adopted. The Works Committee recommended that the eastern side of Tha "s highway, between Orwell and Weaver streets, be kerbed and channelled, the property owners to pay their proportion of the cost. —Adopted. The Works Committee recommended that the verbal request from the North School Committee, with reference to the tar-sealing of approximately 204 square yards of the school grounds, be acceded to, provided they bear the cost of materials and labour. —Adopted. The Reserves Committee recommended that-the Oamaru Beautifying Society be permitted to plant, a low-growing species of tree (limit of height. 15 feet), on Tyne street between A run and Test streets, and at the junction of A run and Tvnc streets.—Adopted. 'The Abattoir Committp" reported that Mr A. A. Maya's application for a car allowance had been referred to the chairman for report. The curator (Mr John Tait] reported that in company with Cr O. A. Mitchell (chairman of reserves] a visit of inspection had been made to the various reserves, Glen street, and Ortuin Park, where a good deal of planting had been carried out. Some of the plantings had proved highly successful, others not Mi successful, and others had been disappointing in the extreme. He suggested ;, poliev of .replanting all dead trees be proceeded with this season, and that all maintenance work be undertaken by the permanent staff. He suggested replanting ami > replacements, and additional trees at. Tyne

and Tamar streets as the main operations this season. The planting at Orana Park had proved successful, and the whole area could be completed on Arbor Day. Reserve D had also been fairly successful, and in addition to replacements required further trees, especially scarlet oaks, liquidambers, redwoods, larch, which could be planted to advantage.—The Reserves Committee recommended that the report be received, and the suggested works be proceeded with.—Adopted. The Highland Pipe Band wrote thanking the council for the use of the flagpole for the display of flags in connection with the Queen of the Isles carnival. —Received. „,,_ . , , The foreman (Mr K. M'Lean) reported that top-dressing had been carried out in Usk, Coquet, Reed, Dec, Itchen, Humber, Severn, and Thames streets, using a total of 6415 gallons of tar, 1632 gallons of bitumen, and 289 cubic yards of sand. Two concrete and one iron crossing had been placed, the outfall drains at the north end were being cleaned out. and water services had been connected and repaired.—The report wa ß received. The race inspector (Mr D. I'raser) reported that the river remained at normal level, and 15 heads were maintained _in the race without difficulty. In addition to the usual seepage repairs, the cleaning, repairing, and tarrins of the inside of 860 feet of flnminc in the Awamoko and Papakaio sections were completed. Hepairs were undertaken at Frews Gully, but progress was necessarily slow on account of the height and amount of staging required. Although slight pollution occurred daily from Maerewhenua n|»ning tailings, the race supply remained Satisfactorily clean, and the reservoir was not seriously affected—The report was received.

DRAMA CLUB'S PRODUCTION

"LABURNUM GROVE"

Mr J. B. Priestley entered the front rank of English writers with his great success, "The Good Companions. Angel Pavement," his own favourite, followed. Since writing these he has turned to the theatre, first with the stage adaptation of " The Good Companions," which ran • for over a year in London, and was screened so successfully, then with plays which show his flair for depicting domestic situations. " Laburnum Grove is one of these. The development of the plot is surprising, but is well grounded in a thorough appreciation of ordinary home life and character. The dramatic incident is strengthened by its " naturalness. The box plan for the production of this play by the "Peter Pan" players next Thursday opens to-day at Begg's.

PAPAKAIO PLOUGHING MATCH ANNUAL MEETING There was a satisfactory attendance at the annual meeting of the Papakaio Ploughing Match, at which the report and balance sheet were submitted, and showed the society to have a favourable credit balance. The officers for the ensuing year were elected as follows:—President, Mr A, C. Hurst; vice-president, Mr J. Nimnio; treasurer, Mr W. Gibson; secretary, Mr H S. Norton; committee —Messrs D. Borrie, G. Hunter, T. Nimmo, E. Whyte, S. Strachan, W. L. Gray, J. S. Whyte, W. S. Hastings, A. Lory, J. Anderson, J. Mavor, J. 11. Nimmo, J. Skinner. W. Doig. R. Cameron, B. Gardiner, J. T. Simpson, A. Ludemann; and the following members of the Young Farmers' ClubMessrs D. G. Borrie, L. Ludemann, F. Hunt, R. Paton, A. M'Donald. and D. 11. Borrie. . , After a full discussion, Thursday, August 20, was decided ou as the date for the next match, and a sub-committee was appointed to make arrangements for a suitable paddock. The subscription for members waß fixed at 2s 6d, and the next meeting to arrange the programme Was set down for Saturday, June 13, at 8 p.m.

PERSONAL In offering congratulations to the Ven. Archdeacon Russell on celebrating his twenty-fifth anniversary at St. Lukes Church, Mrs J. M. Forrester, on behalf of the members of the St. John Ambulance Association, stated that the archdeacon had brought that same bright and ener"ctic spirit to the Ambulance Association as he had to every sphere of useful service in the community with which he was connected. It would be difhcult, concluded Mrs Forrester, to find anyone who would take a greater interest in affairs for the welfare of the community than Archdeacon Russell. At the Oamaru Borough Council meeting last night the Mayor (Mr M. I. B. Cooney) said it was with pleasure that they learned Archdeacon Russell had celebrated his twenty-fifth anniversary in Oamaru. They, together with the rest of the community, extended felicitations to him on his splendid record, not only with St. Luke's Church, but also as a citizen of Oamaru. Archdeacon Russell had been closely associated with, many movements for the good of the town, and they hoped he would have many years of happiness before him to carry on his good work. The jubilee gave them an opportunity to tell Archdeacon Russell how much they appreciated his work for the town, and they heartily congratulated him on his jubilee. The town clerk was directed to write to Archdeacon Russell accordingly. Mr J. R. Jelfs, who had been in charge of the Y.M.C.A. at Waitaki Hydro for the past eight years, ha s been transferred to Gisborne, and lelt Oamaru yesterday afternoon by express for the north. Queen's Hotel.—Mr A. Macdonald, Mr \. P. Strange (Auckland), Mr J. B. Thompson (Hawke's Bay), Mr J. Drummond (Wellington), Mr and Mrs F. L Brandt. Mr and Mrs 11. Wooff, Mr J. S. Ironside, Mr E. A. Sukeridge, Mr A. Reay (Christchiirch), Mr H. C. Hartley Mr ' and Mrs Ferguson, Mr A. Bruce (Dunedin).

RUGBY FOOTBALL Teams for Saturday:— Maheno Seniors.—Ewing, Davis, Brace, Gray, Cahill, Soilness. G. Newlands, A. Newlands, Sim, Mills, Watts. Dougherty, Cameron, J. Johnston, J. Muldrew, W. Muldrew, G. Johnston. Bus leaves Maheno 12.15 p.m. Maheno Juniors. —Henderson, Cook, M'Naughton, Campbell (2), Byers (2). Kelcher. Ferguson, Ryan. M'Lean, Currie, Davis, Poyner, Wilson, Neill. Old Boys' Juniors.—Kinder, Borrie, M'Lcnnan, Taylor, Hunter, Reid, Daniells, Young, Tisdall, Cairns, Faris, Gray. Low. Hodge, Livingstone, Cooney. Old Bovs' Third Grade.—Falconer Hurst. Miller. A. Hall, Crichton, J. Hall Gemmell. Hav, Paton, M'lnorney, Martyn. Townsend, Dobson. S. Miller, Johnston. Whyte; emergencies—-Foster. Middleton. Grant, Craddock. Referees for to-morrow: — Seniors—Knrow-Country Pirates v. Maheno. at Kurow (Mr Dewess): Duntroon v. Excelsior, at. Dmitroon (Mr W Anderson: Ngaparn v. Old Boys, No. 2 ground. 2.45 p.m. (Mr W. May): Oeorge-town-Tnkarahi v. Athletic. Oval. 2.45 p.m. (Mr C. Mollisonl. Juniors.—Old Bovs v. Maheno. Oval, 1.15 run, (Mr 11. Fnrrnnt.); School v. Excelsior. No. 2 ground. 1.15 p.m. (Mr O. Crone): Southern v. Kurow-Countrv Pirates. No. 3 ground, 2.45 p.m. (Mr J. Stewart): Athletic v. Georcretown-Toka-rnlii. at Toknrahi (Mr Lvnskev). Third Grade.—St.. Kevin's v. Old Bovs. No. 3 ground. 1.15 nm. (Mr L. V. Bryant): School v. Athletic. Tokaro Park. 1.15 nm. (Mr R. Morris). Fourth G'ade.—Athletic v. School, Tokaro Park. 2.45 p.m. (Mr W. Bee); St. Kevin's a bvn.

Line Umpires.—Oval. 1.15 p.m.: Mcssi-m A. Keith and R. Hinkley, 2.45 Mm.: Meiers E. Cameron and IT. Booth. Vo, 2 ground. 2.45 p.m.: Messrs W M'Sfav ami L. Smith.

HOCKEY Teams for Saturday:— Totnra v. Waimate A. —Lindsay. Kelly, Kiddell, Richardson. Rawson. Burgess, Mori ice. Shnrwin. M'Leod. Clark (2). Oaniai'ii Seniors v. Municipal.—R. Hi'dwH. Stringer, Bewick. W. Kisbet, J. Nisbct, I. Hedpes, Beckingham, nicks, Whitliurn, Goodall, Blair; emergency, Thomas. Oamaru Boys.—Christie. Sherwin,Thompson. Woodpate. G. Minty, Parker. Scott, Hutcheon, M'CnrTrey, A. Minty, Holmes, Hollow, Malcolm. Aitcheson, Melton, Smith. Drown, Keith, Berry, Hayes, MacRao. Coughlan-

"ALARMING STATEMENT"

BRUSH BETWEEN MAYOR AND CR GILLIES At last night's meeting of the Oamaru Borough Council Cr Gillies stated that the council's Dennis truck was out ot order, and should be taken off the road as it was not safe to drive. The Mayor replied that the foreman, who was present, would take note of what had been 6aid and inspect the vehicle in the morning. Cr Familton stated that Cr Gillies said it was dangerous, and apart from the report which the committee was to bring forward, if a man were killed within the next fortnight, what would the council's position be, if what Cr Gillies said was correct? The Mayor asked on what authority Cr Gillies made such a statement. Cr Gillies made an alarming statement, but he was not a motor engineer. Cr Gillies asked why they should allow a vehicle to be driven when it was not fit to be driven. The Mayor replied that if the vehicle was unfit to be driven yesterday it was unfit the day before, and previously, and it was presumptuous indeed for Cr Gillies to tell them that night. As soon as he found the vehicle was unfit to be driven he should have advised him of the matter. Cr Colquhoun: It's better late than never. , , The Mayor intimated that ho would allow no further discussion, and he resented these alarming statements being made.

Cr Butterfield asked who was responsible for the vehicle being on the road. —The Mayor replied that the foreman was the responsible officer. —Cr Wilson intimated that the committee had intended to hold a meeting to prepare a report for last night, but Cr Gillies was unable to be present. The Mayor: There will be no further discussion.

MINIATURE RIFLE ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE MEETING The president (Mr C. Andrew) occupied the chair at the executive meeting of the North Ota.go Miniature Rifle Association. It was agreed to open a Post Office' account, and the president, secretary and treasurer were appointed trustees. Accounts amounting to £1 12s were passed for payment. It was decided to affiliate with the South Island Association l and to pay fees this vear without imposing on the clubs, so that all clubs belonging to the North Otago Association- are automatically affiliated with the South Island Association. The Central Otago Sub-association wrote stating that it proposed holding a district championship meeting on August 15.—This date was approved. It was agreed to ask the Otago Association to suggest a suitable date on which it would be convenient to meet the A and B teams from North Otago at Dunedin. Those travelling would be required to contribute their own expenses. It was decided to have the rules of the association put into book form, and after discussion it was decided not to adopt the metric target in its present form but to use the composite target, retaining the metricsized black and the metric standard bullseye and nine, but that the eight be centred between the metric nine and last year's seven, and the seven, six and live be the same as- last year. It was pointed out that several clubs had changed their opinions as to the desirability of retaining the metric standard, as many were being discouraged and club memberships wero already suffering. IThc composite target would retain the interest of the lower grades while retaining the full metric standard for more expert, marksmen. —It was agreed to ask all clubs to use the composite target as soon as possible, so that uniformity of score standards could be obtained during July for shield handicapping nurnos-es. The president stated that the Waimate Association had experienced the same change of opinion and was ready to adopt a composite target also.

MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING HAMPDEN CLUB. The results of the Hampden Club's shoot on the metric target are as follows: W. Ford 78, A. Price 78, D. Rusbatch 78, A. Wright 77, T. Gibson 76, «H. Nicolson 76, E. Nicolson 75, 0. Gould 74, M. Gdanitz 73, J. Gray 74, R. M'Kewen 74, K. Gdanitz 74, J. Turnbull 72, W. Nicclson 69, J. Green 68, S. Gillies 68, R. Mercer 64 Miss Watson 63, R. Ford 61, L. Kitchen 60, Miss Murray 59. MAHENO CLUB. The following were the best scores at the weekly shoot of the Maheno 1 Club:— E. Sinclair 80, L. Dougherty 80, D. Lawson 79, T. Gould 79, H. Arbuckle 78, J. Clark 78, G. Clark 77, H. Rapsou 76, R. Richardson 76, J. Currie 76, J. Paton 76, W. Yorston 75, D. Yorston 75, A. Lindsay 74. E. Nicholson 73, N. Caldwell 73, J. Saville 73, J. Byers 72, H. Wilson 71, The average for the first 10 men was 77.9. OAMARU LADIES' CLUB.

The following were the scores at the weekly shoot of the Oamaru Ladies' club:—Mrs Nimmo 77—3—80, Miss Bee 7u_4_79, Mrs Dennison 74—10—80, Miss B. Rusbateh 73—9—80, Miss Keen 73 7—Bo, Miss Brunton 72—11—80, Miss E. Rusbateh 70—11—80, Mrs Cooney 63—9 72, Mrs Tavlor 62—6—68, Miss Taylor 61—10—71, Miss Carton 57—9—66, Miss Pile 46—15—61, Miss' Poison 36—15—51. The results of the Weston Club's shoot are as follows: —E. Laney 78, B. Campbell 78, S. Dick 77, H. Stevenson 77, W. Falloon 77, L. Clark 76, W. Scwell 76, L. Park 75, A. Howell 74, B. Brightwell 74, G. M'Naughton 74, G. R. M'Naughton 77, W. Cottingham 74, D. Rew 73, G. Campbell 73, W. Laney 69, D. Jardine 67.

HAMPDEN SCHOOL COMMITTEE At the monthly meeting of the llampden School Committee Mr J. Dungey occupied the chair. Accounts amounting to £lB 5s 4d were passed for payment. The Education Board wrote in connection with the introduction of Bible-in-schools, and the committee decided to agree to Miss Potts's request that pupils be given instruction in the Bible for about five minutes every morning.

The headmaster (Mr Spears) reported that the attendance after the term holidays had improved considerably. The roll number was 57, with an average attend ance of 53. Already six trips had been made with children to the dental clinic ar Palmerston, with two more trips yet to be made. The Hampden team had won the seven-a-side tournament held at Palmerston recently, and it was agreed thai miniature cups in place of the cash Ik procured. The school fifteen had also played a match with Mooraki, and were successful. It was left to the headmaster to enter a team in the section for schools at the seven-a-side tournament in Oamaru on June 23.

Tn regard to the Hampden Rifle Club's occupation of the gymnasium hall, it was decided to write to the Education Board in connection with the rights of the committee letting the hall.

WESLEY LADIES' GUILD The monthly meeting of the Wesley Ladies' Guild was held in the church hall on Wednesday, and at 5.45 p.m., a large Catherine sat down to tea, which had been well catered for. After tea. the Rev. J. F. Jack introduced Dr Scotter, who cave a very interesting lccturette on architecture of the cathedrals he had seen He was listened to with rapt attention and much appreciation. An enjoyable programme followed, pianoforte soios being contributed by Miss V". Slater; pianoforte duet. Misses Veftcli and Jack; vocal solos, Misses Tweed and Slater: duet, Mrs Amies and Miss Rae; recitations by Mesdames Drummond and Familton; and a humorous reading by Mrs Tiffany. An enjoyable time was spent in community singing, and members discussed the work of the church. The Rev. Mr Jack expressed the thanks of the people to the Ladies' Guild, and to rll who had helped to make the meeting a success. The 'meeting closed with the benediction.

RETIREMENT FROM AMBULANCE WORK

LONG SERVICES ACKNOWLEDGED At the annual meeting of the St. John Ambulance Association, presentations were made to Miss Sumpter and Mrs Kmmett on their retirement from active membership, after long services to the association, and also to Private William Scott. The presentations of suitable tokens were male by Dr R. S. J. Fitzgerald, who referred to the good work the retiring members' had done in the interests of the St. John Ambulance. Miss Sumpter joined the association in 1914, and carried on active service ever since. For a number of years she was lady divisional superintendent, and in 1929 she was made a servina sister of the Order of St. John. Then, in 1931. Miss Sumpter qualified for her loii2-scrvice medal. She was associated with the Waitaki Boys' High School, where she carried out her duties \yell._ Mrs Emmett joined the association in 1904, giving over 30 years' active service. During the influenza epidemic in 1918 Mrs Emmett was one of tlwe who rendered yeoman service. During her long association with the division she took her turn at hospital practice, in which her cheerfulness and sympathy were very welcome. She qualified for her long-service medal in 1929. Private William Scott gained his firstaid certificate in 1912, and joined the Oamaru division in 1913. In 1918 he was awarded the Xew Zealand Government certificate of commendation, and in 1932 was made a serving brother of the Order of St. John. Mr Scott had given great 6ervice, and was a keen attender at the classes.

KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS MAJESTIC THEATRE " The Ghost Goes West" is an original story taken from " Punch," and is a delightful romantic comedy about a handsome Scotsman (played by Robert Donat), who sells his ancestral castle to the wealthy father (Eugene Palette) of a beautiful American heiress (Jean Parker). But an amusing ghost (also played by Robert Donat), who haunts the place—not a mean chost who likes frightening people—refuses to be left behind when' the castle is shipped to America. .And, even spooks have their romantic moments, as this story proves when he pursues the American heiress, who carted his home across the Atlantic. Patrons will revel in this laugh-a-minute situation, as Alexander Korda, the famous director, weaves a fast and gay pattern around the amorous adventures of the Ghost who went West. This super-at-traction shows at the Majestic on Saturday afternoon and night. Plans are now open at the Bristola.

OPERA HOUSE The hilarious A.T.P. comedy "No Limit," which shows to-night finally, brings to the» screen for the first time a brilliant new comedy team in George Formby and Florence Desmond. Florence Desmond has a style of comedy all her own; She can lay claim to being the world's greatest impersonator, her impersonations of famous Hollywood stars being positively uncanny. The locale of the film is most interesting. It is the beautiful Isle of Man, the story being written around the famous T.T. motor cycle races which are run on the island «very year. Included in the supports is the fine musical "The Voice of Britain.

COUNTRY NEWS

WAIMATE Hospital Chairman Resigns After eerving on the Waimate Hospital Committee for a period of 10 years the last four of which he has been chairman Mr John I. Hayman has resigned for business reasons. Mr Hayman wad elected to the committee as u a Waimate County representative and the vacancy will be filled by the Waimate County Council by appointment. In the meantime Mr Alan Grant is acting chairman. Complimentary Social

Arrangements are in hand for tendering a complimentary social at Waimate to Mr John Bitchener in recognition of his services to the Waitaki electorate as member of Parliament for some 16 years and as Minister of Public Works in the Coalition Government. The function will be held during the parliamentary recess early in July when Mr G. W. Forbes, Leader of the Opposition, has given an assurance that he will be able to attend. It is likely that Mr J. G. Coates and Mr Adam Hamilton will also be present. It is proposed to present Mr Bitchener with an illuminated address.

PALMEUSTON Magistrate's Court A sitting of Palmerston Magistrate's Court was held on Tuesday, before Mr H. W. Bundle, S.M. David Lowen, for driving a motor cycle with no warning device, was fined 30s and costs (10s). Nathaniel Bruce Suckling, charged with driving a motor car with faulty brakes, was fined 30s and costs (10s). Noel James Ashton, for driving a motor car with no warning device, was fined 20s and costs John Mount, for driving a motor cycle with no warning device, was fined 5s and costs (10s). Judgment was given by default in the followinc civil cases:—John Francis Warren v. John M'Cone, claim £27 (5s 9d for motor repairs.—Goodley Bros. v. J. M. Ellison, sen., claim £l3 10 s 9d for goods supplied. John Dick (Mr Borton) proceeded against Hector M'Lcod (Mr Rolfe) for the possession of a tenement at Moeraki and rent amounting to £l3 13s. Hector M'Leod counter-claimed for £l4 15s Id for repairs and additions done to the building. After hearing the evidence the case was adjourned ,for one month to enable the parties to try to cllect a settlement between themselves, an order being made that M'Leod pay the rent in the meantime.

OMAKAU Miniature Rifle Club The Omakau Miniature Rifle Club held its sixth competition shoot on Monday, when some 26 riflemen were present. The following are the scores off the rifle:— A Parker 78, I. Corrigal 78. A. Clouwten 74, R. Bluck 73. J. Kay 72, M. Fisher 72. L. Williams 72. S. Sim.'B 71. H. Glassford 71, L. Caldwell 70. W. Milne 70. K. Kell.'ie 69, R. Hales 60, J. Ford 68, W. Ford 6S. T. Qiiigley 67, .lack Cloiwtcu 66. Is. Ingram 6;>, Jim Clousteu 64, \V. Robertson 64. J. White 6:1, H. White 61, L. Ball 55. D. Neville 51, F. Wilson JO. P. Moran 33. After shooling-oIT with I. Corrigal, A. Parker annexed the gold button for the best shoot off the ride. The handicap silver button wa.s won by K. Kellas, and the bronze button went to R. Black for the best improvement on the previous week's shoot.

EASTERN SOUTHLAND Matches Postponed All golf and basketball matches in Eastern Southland were postponed on Wednesday owing to the unfavourable weather. Women's Hockey In an Eastern Southland women's hockey competition match on Hockey Park on Wednesday Hokonui defeated Ex-high by 7 goals to 3. The game was mole evenly contested than the score indicates. Although defeated, the Ex-High team gave a sound display. The Hokonui defence was very sound, however, and A. Hastings. V. Brip«s, and A. O'Connor proved to be very hard to paes. M. Sherriff played another outstanding game in the Hokonui forward line, scoring three goals. She wan well backed up by M. Nicol, who also s -ored three goals. For ExHigh M. White, N. Wyllie, I. Graham, and C. Egerton gave sound displays.

Rugby Football The Eastern Southland Rugby football mid-week competition matches were continued on Wednesday in unfavourable weather conditions. On the Gore Show Grounds Pioneer defeated Wyudham Xo. 1 by 26 points to 3. In the earlier stages of the game

Wyndham showed considerably improved form in comparison with previous displays. The home backs Rave a good display towards the end of the game, and piled on the points. The ground was very heavv. and the ball very greasy. At Wyndham. the Wyndham No. 2 team defeated Albion by 14 points to 3. Wyndham dominated both back and forward play. The scorers for Wyudiiam were M'Lennan (one try), Todd (three tries), and Johnston (one conversion) Spittle kicked a penalty goal for Alb'ou. .\i Pukerau the home team defeated Menzies Ferry by 23 pom's to_ 18 after an interesting game. Mention Ferry held a lead of 18 points to 9 at one stage, but in the last 2.0 minutes Pukerau took up the attack and scored points freely.

BALdLUTHA Close of Freezing Season The Finegand works will be closed down in less than a .fortnight. The number of sheep and lambs fit for freczinn left in this district is estimated to bo in the neighbourhood of 20,000 only. Personal Balclutha railwaymen accorded a farewell to two of their number who have been transferred at a successful social. Mr R. Thomson, railway foreman, who has been transferred to Oaniaru. was presented with a brass log box and fire screen as a token of appreciation, find Mr H. F. M'Gregor. porter, transferred to Timaru, received a fountain pen, pencil and pyres dish. Messrs Darling and Cunliffe made the presentations on behalf of their colleagues, and spoke well of the recipient* and wished them success.