NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22999, 30 September 1936, Page 12

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

(FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT)

NORTH OTAGO CRICKET ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the North Otago Cricket Association was held on Monday night, Mr M. S. Holmes (president) occupying the chair. There was a good attendance of delegates from the various clubs. • Mr Holmes said the last season had been a very successful one and many of the matches provided close finishes. The balance sheet was also very satisfactory. It was a very good move to get the coach (Mr Badcock)to visit Oamaru, and It was a generous action on the part of the Otago Association to let Mr Badcock come. Otago had treated, all the sporting bodies in Oamaru very well, and he'thought it would be a good thing if they could get Mr Badcock to visit Oamaru again. The annual report and balance sheet were adopted. The following officers were elected:. —Patron, Mr FT Milner; president, Mr M. S, Holmes; vice-presidents—Messrs J. Palmer and C. J. Marshall, Major H. S. 1 Ultley and the rector of St, Kevin’s College; auditor, Mr J. G. M'Donald; secretary and treasurer, Mr T. W. Jacobs: official recorder, Mr C. Davey. The opening day was fixed for October 10, entries to be in the hands of the secretary on Monday, October 5. It Was decided that the championship points be ■ the same for all grades as those for 1 the seniors last year, namely. Five points for straight-out win, three for a win on the first innings, one for a loss on the first innings, two and ahalf to each team in a drawn game, and four points and one in the case of defaults. , ' > The hours of play were fixed from I. to 6 p.m.

It was decided to write to the New Zealand Cricket Council asking that in case of overseas representative teams coming to New Zealand, the North Otago Association be given the same opportunity as other minor associations to secure a match. It was decided to write Canterbury, Otago and Southland Associations with a view to arranging representative fixtures this season. It was also decided to write Waimate and Palmerston and Otago (Third Grade), in an effort to arrange matches for the junior representatives. It was reported that there was little likelihood of there being an Umpires Association this season as it was ditncuit to find many sufficiently interested in the game to act as umpires Those willing to act as umpires stated they would do their best to help the game and a strong appeal was made for those interested to act as umpires. A recommendation was passed to tne executive to appoint three selectors. The first executive meeting was fixed for Monday next at .7 p.m. kurow races

The annual race meeting of the Kurow Jockey Club will be held on the Kurow racecourse on Saturday, tne first race commencing at 12.30 pin. The programme of six galiops and two trotting events has atracted good ac ceptances, and, with the track in very good condition, indications point to a luccessful meeting. The Principal event is the Kurow Cup, over a mile and if-quarter, which has met with a generous response from owners, ine Otago Regimental Band will be in attendance, and luncheon and afternoon tea will be available on the course. The 75-25 totalisator will be in operation for the meeting, and adequate tram and bus services will meet the requirements of patrons from Oamaru to the racecourse. .

MAGISTRATE’S COURT POLICE CASES The weekly sitting of the Magistrate’s. Court was commenced yesterday afternoon before Mr H. W. Bundle, S.M. Sergeant M’Gregor conducted the prosecutions for the police. John Alexander Tyson, of Kakanui, farmer, appeared on several charges of breaches of the Licensing Act, namely:—Selling liquor in the nolicence district of Oamaru; selling liquor to W. L. Watts and James Cox; selling liquor in less quantity than two gallons; and with being a winemaker; and selling liquor on three occasions with no address label.

Mr J. E. Farrell appeared for the defendant, who pleaded not guilty. Evidence was given by James Cox, who was treated as a hostile witness and cross-examined on his statement given previously to the police, the question at issue being whether witness paid Tyson 2s 6d a bottle for the wine or whether the wine was a gift from Tyson. Other police witnesses were James Lott, John H. Edwards, Kenneth Geddes, Constable Patterson and William L. Watts. The witness Watts was treated as hostile, his statement to the police stating that he paid Tyson 2s 6d a bottle for the wine, whereas in court witness said he paid nothing for, the wine. Finally, the witness stated that he paid for the wine. At this stage the hearing was adjourned. Three young men were charged with disorderly behaviour, one being further charged with wilfully damaging a bridge to the extent of £5, also seven panes of glass valued at £1 10s. The magistrate commented that it was a foolish prank misbehaving as they did, but he did not propose entering a conviction as there were others concerned. He adjourned the! charges for two years, conditionally on their being of good behaviour and making good the damage, with costs 19s, one to pay £5, the other two £1 13s each. WAIAREKA SALE There was a good yarding of all classes of stock at yesterday’s Waiareka sale, but prices on the whole were a shade easier. The fat sheep brought forward were of fairly good quality, FAT CATTLE North Otago Farmers’ Co-operative Association sold: For J. Fulton (Totara), 1 cow £8 ss; G. Siggleko (Whitstone), 1 cow £6; J. Fulton, 1 steer £5 ss; W. Halliweli (Enfield), 1 cow £5 7s 6d; Miss M. Buick (Airedale), 1 cow £5; Mrs Bissett, 1 cow £6 2s 6d, 1 vealer £1 17s 6d; J. Wharton (Incholme), 1 cow £7; a client, 1 cow £6 12s 6d; J. Ross (Enfield), 1 cow £4 10s. National Mortgage and Agency Company sold: For G. C. Smith, 1 empty cow £4 10s. Dalgety and Co., Ltd., sold: For J. Pringle, 2 steers £6 12s 6d, 1 heifer £4 ss, 1 £3 10s, 1 cow £4 ss; D. Hadden, 1 vealer £1 7s 6d. Wright, Stephenson and Co. sold: Fof a client, 1 cow £7 15s. ' STORE CATTLE North Otago Farmers’ Co-operative Association sold; For Miss M. Hamilton (Ardgowan), 1 steer £1 15s, 3 yearling heifers £1 ss, 4 18 months to two-years-old’Ayrshire heifers £2 19s; J. Gibson (Ardgowan), 1 Friesian bull £3. Bruce Christie and Co. sold: For Mrs Thwaites (Awamoa), 1 cow £4. Dalgety and Co. sold: -For J. Pringle, 1 cow 375, 3 cows and calves £3, 1 cow and calf £3 6s; D. Hadden, 1 cow 365. New Zealand Loan and Mercantile sold: For D. G. Mathieson (Hilderthorpe), 6 steers £6 8s; T. Mathieson (Hilderthorpe), 1 steer £5. DAIRY COWS North Otago Farmers’ Co-operative Association sold: For C. Buzan (Totara), 1 Jersey cow £3 10s; a client, 1 cow £3 ss; Miss M. R. Hamilton (Ardgowan), 1 Ayrshire heifer £3 10s; T. Galloway (Awamoa), 1 cow £4 2s 6d. Bruce Christie and Co. sold: For J. Smith, 1 cow just at profit £5 10s, 1 £5 ss. I FAT SHEEP North Otago Farmers’ Co-operative Association sold: For Miss M’Nally (Windsor), 11 ewes 275; A. .Westlake (Ngapara), 16 wethers 325; W. Elder (Airedale), 1 ewe 275, 219 s 6d: A. Ritchie (Ngapara), 4 ewes 29s 3d. 1 22s 6d. National Mortgage and Agency Company sold: For a client, 9 ewes 25s 3d, 8 275; Miller Bros., 8 ewes 245, 8 22s 3d, 10 20s 6d. Dalgety and Co., Ltd., sold: For Estate Geddes (Georgetown). 6 wethers 25s 6d, 4 23s 3d, STORE SHEEP

North Otago Farmers’ Co-operative Association sold: For W. Wills (Elderslie), 66 half bred ewe hoggets 29s 3d, 32 halfbred wether hoggets 18s 7d; A. Ritchie _ (Ngapara), 24 three-quarter-bred ewe hoggets 275. Wright, Stephenson and Co. sold: For J. Harvey, 349 ewe hoggets 21s 6d. 51 27s 9d. National Mortgage and Agency Company sold: For J. Schaffer, 20 halfbred shorn wethers 15s; J. S. Sinclair, 50 Romney crossbred ewe hoggets 34s 4d; a client, 20 crossbred ewes and lambs 14s 2d. New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company sold: For a client, 67 ewe hoggets 30s ’ 6d; a client, 22 ewe hoggets 27s 6d. PIGS There was a good yarding of pigs, and prices were a shade firmer than at the previous sale. As much as 30s was obtained for weaners, and this was the top price so far this year. Bruce Christie and Co. sold: For J. T, Brecken (Deborah), 6 weaners 20s; T, Rawcliffe (Windsor), 1 weaner 26s 6d. 4 20s, 219 s, 3 18s 6d; R. Small (Corriedale), 3 weanefs 20s 6d, 1 17s; G. Fiddes (Windsor), 6 weaners 18s 6d, 217 s 6d; W. M. Robertson (Maheno), 3 weaners 21s 6d, 1 20s. 218 s; T. Jones (Ardgowan), 4 weaners 15s; J. Steele (Ardgowan), 2 weaners 21s, 1 19s 6d; B. M’Randle (Windsor), 2 weaners 15s 6d: J. T. Brecken (Deborah), 3 weaners 16s 6d, 216 s, 1 15s; J. Brown (Teschemakers), 2 weaners 16s 6d, 4 16s: J. Smith (Enfield), 4 weaners 30s, 1 245, 1 19s 6d; W.'-M’Randle (Windsor). 6 weaners 16s; E. A. Watson (Enfield). 3 weaners 255, 219 s; W. T. Hamilton (Totara), 1 slip 22s 6d; a client (Windsor), 1 weaner 235, 221 s, 3 20s; J. Brown (Ardgowan), 3 weaners 20s, 3 18s Od, 1 16s 6d. North Otago Farmers’ Co-operative Association sold; For W. Elder (Airedale), 4 weaners 16s. GENERAL NEWS The St. Kevin’s College Old Boys’ dance is to be held next Wednesday in the Lyric Hall and everything has been done to make this function a success. Music will be supplied by an orchestra of five players, and an extra special supper will be provided. An excellent and varied programme includes such novelty numbers as the Monte Carlo, lucky sp*,, and lucky number. A cordial invitation is extended to all, and as the dance is for a very good cause an excellent attendance is expected. Mr Patrick, who succeeded Mr Miller as chief postmaster at Oamaru. was the speaker at the Rotary Club’s weekly meeting. He spoke on “Superannuation ” with special reference to its application in the Post and Telegraph Department. He gave an historical and statistical review of the scheme and pointed out to critics that the heavy leeway-to be made up was due to past Governments turning down actuarial advice and warnings and the utilising of surpluses for other purposes. To-day, with the reduction of a minimum pension to £3OO and a satisfactory return from investments, there was evidence that the fund must in future become self-supporting.

SOUTHERN FOOTBALL CLUB ANNUAL BALL The annual ball of the Southern Football Club was held in the Kakanui Athenaeum Hall, and proved a very enjoyable function. The club is to be congratulated on its splendid record, since its inception four years ago. Dancing was carried on with zest to splendid music supplied by Mitchell’s Orchestra, and Mr J. Leen played extras. Mr Jim M’Gregor carried out the duties of M.C. The following trophies were presented:—Patron G. M’Ghie’s cup for the best forward, E. Lindsay; Mr F. Williamson’s cup for the best back, Ivan M’Phail; cup for the most consistent player, Ray Rapson; Mr J. D. Forbes’s trophy for the best player in the interests of the club on and off the field, J. M’Phail. The lucky spot waltz was won by Miss N. Wilson and Mr A. Matheson, and the Monte Carlo waltz by Miss Stevens and partner. A competition for a handbag resulted in Mr E. Edman securing the trophy. In the absence of the president (Mr C. Dalgety), Mr John Finlay introduced Mr A. A. Mays (North Otago ,Rugby Union’s representative), who 'congratulated the club on its consistent football, and presented the junior shield to Mr Ivan M’Phail. Mesdames M’Ghie and Dalgety presented the trophies. A splendid supper was served, and added much to the success of the evening, those in charge being Mesdames C. Dalgety, Jones, J. M’Phail and W. G. Wilson. ORGAN RECITAL Murray A. Fastier, organist at Waitaki and Columba, will give his final recital of the year in the Hall of Memories, Waitaki Boys’ High School, tonight. The programme marks a definite departure from those of previous recitals, in that the music selected is of popular taste and yet of a definite standing, and should prove a great attraction. The first bracket will comprise organ studies of Alkan, Lemare and Guilmant, which exhibit the brilliant technique of the Parisian organists, with their intricate pedalling and fiery sweeps of tone colour. Then follows a bracket of three pianoforte numbers. Ravel’s “Sonatine” and .a mazurka and a study by Chopin, played by Louise Tonkin, so well known to Oarnaru audiences. The feature of the evening follows, Gershwin's “Rhapsody in Blue,” which Mr Fastier has arranged for grand organ and pianoforte. The piano part will be played by Miss Bernadette Mangos, of. Timaru. The rhapsody is seldom heard actually performed on account of its considerable technical difficulty and intricate rhythms. Indeed, this will be the first performance of this arrangement in New Zealand. The final organ bracket includes general popular and most modern numbers. Beginning with an “ Introduction and Fugato” By Cuthbert Harris, it continues with Eric Coates’s "Bird Songs at Eventide,” arranged for the organ by Mr Fastier, and then Ketelby’s “In a Monastery Garden.” concluding with “Bolero,” by Ravel. The whole programme should appeal to a considerable section of the public, and It is hoped that the attendance will even outrival that of the previous recital.

PERSONAL At the conclusion of the service at St. Paul’s Church on Sunday, opportunity was taken to make a presentation to Mrs Neil (nee Miss A. Samson). In making the presentation of a beautiful clock, Mr A. W. Gibb (organist and choirmaster) stated that Mrs Neil had been a member of the St. Paul’s choir for eleven years and a-half, and during that time she had rendered yeoman service, both as a soloist and choir member. Other members of the choir also spoke, and Mrs Neil suitably replied. « Miramar Hotel.—Mr and Mrs Greig, Mr and Mrs Parsons (Dunedin); *Mr and Mrs Heinz (Greymouth); Miss Kilpatrick, Miss Roskruge, Mr and Mrs Jones, Mr Carnine (Christchurch); Mr and Mrs Lundy (Westport); Mr Park (Wellington). Queeivs Hotel.—Mr C. A. Allen (Wellington); Mr J. M. O. Walker, Mr G. E. Autier, Mr G. Huntly Paterson (Christchurch); Mr F. J. Robinson, Mr N. Dossett, Mr C. Ford, Mr A. C. Henderson, Mr R. T. Little (Timaru); Mr J. D. Knowles, Mr N. H. M’Millan, Mr H. C. Hartley, Mr N. Cherry. Mr D. V. Gain (Dunedin). New Club Hotel. —Mr A. Young (Hastings), Mr R. Lang, Mr F. Whitley, Mr N. Wallace, Mr P. M. Gunderson, Mr Hindle, Mr Wilkinson, Mr S. H. Provost (Christchurch), Mr R. J. Laffan, Mr, J. R. Cole (Wellington), Mr J. R. Diack, Mr N. Kempt (Timaru), Mr A. Cook, Mr J. M’Lean, Mr D. H. Morey, Mr J, T. Dunn, Mr L. Werner, Mr G. Anderson (Dunedin). RUGBY UNION f The question of having a change in the North Otago representative jerseys was discussed at the North Otago Rugby Union’s meeting on Monday night, and members agreed that a more appropriate uniform was desired, particularly in view of the tour next year. Messrs A. Gilchrist, G. Knowles, and the secretary (Mr.G. Meikle) were appointed a sub-committee to draw up recommendations to be submitted to the committee meeting prior to the annual meeting; Being the last meeting of the year the president (Mr Gilchrist) thankted the members for their co-operation, and stated that the season had been very successful in every respect, despite the difficulties encountered. He also thanked Mr Meikle (secretary) for his assistance, and Mr A. Ledingham, the sub-union's delegate, who had attended the meetings regularly, thereby bringing about better co-operation between the two unions, and the press. Messrs G. Knowles replied on behalf of the committee, and Mr Ledingham for the sub-union. KAKANUI QUEEN CARNIVAL The Queen of Hearts (Miss N. Dougherty) held a very succesful euchre tournament and dance in the Athenaeum Hall, at which there was a large gathering. The euchre prizes were secured by Messrs R. Oats and T. G. Tyson. Messrs Leen supplied excellent music, and Mr G. Gillespie played extras. Mr Leo. Dougherty carried out the duties of M.C. The competitions were won by Messrs R. Aitken, V. H. M’Donald and E. Young. The lucky spot waltz trophies were annexed by Miss Joyce Smith and Mr S. Jones. A much-appreciated supper was served. FLAG POSITIONS Queen of Diamonds (blue) .. 1 Queen of Hearts (red) .. .. 2 Queen of Clubs (yellow) .. .. 3 Queen of Spades (white) .. .. 4 KAURU HILL FUNCTION

There was a . large gathering of Kauru Hill residents at a pleasant function held in honour of Miss May Youart and lan M'Leod, who are to be married shortly. Mr D. Rodger of the good qualities of the guests and the services they had rendered. He presented Miss Youart with a substantial cheque and wished her and Mr M'Leod every happiness for the future. The Rev. H. Bowman spoke on behalf of the church, where Miss Youart had always been a willing helper during her time as honorary caretaker. Mrs J. Newlands also spoke on behalf of the Ladies’ Committee of the hall. Miss Joyce Youart then presented Miss Youart with a beautiful bouquet. Mr M'Leod suitably replied.

OBITUARY MR FRANK PILFOOT The death of Mr Frank Leslie Pilfoot, of Ngapara, on Monday, removed one of the most esteemed and popular residents in the district and one who had taken a keen interest in everything pertaining to the welfare of the community. Mr Pilfoot was born in Hastings (North Island) 58 years ago, and spent his boyhood in Melbourne, returning to New Zealand at the age of 16 years. For some years up to 1915 he followed seasonal occupations, and on the outbreak of the Great War he enlisted, and was on active service until 1918, when he returned as sergeant. Shortly afterwards he took up farming at Silverstone, Ngapara, where he had resided ever since. By his genial nature Mr Pilfoot made many friends. He was associated with several bodies in the district, being a member of Lodge Kurow and past master of Lodge Ngapara (Masonic Order). Mr Pilfoot was also a keen worker in the Ngapara Presbyterian Church, and his other interests included the North Otago Crown Tenants’ Association and the Ngapara Dog Trials’ Club, of which he was a valued official. He is survived by his widow. PORT OF OAMARU High Water. —September 30: 1.43 a.m. and 2.5 p.m. The Wainui is due at Oarnaru on Thursday, October 1, to load for Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Wingatui is expected to clear Auckland on P’riday, October 9, and is due here on Monday, October 19, to load for Wellington and Auckland, via ports. The Karu is announced to load at Oarnaru about Tuesday, October 6, for Wellington, Nelson, and New Plymouth via ports. MANCHESTER UNITY On Mondav ni'ffit, N.G. Sister M. E. King presided over the fortnightly meeting of the Loyal Star of the North Lodge. There was a very good attendance of members. The N.G. extended a hearty welcome to the visiting brethren from the Loyal Band of Friendship (Kakanui) and Loyal Oarnaru Lodges. Accounts amounting to £55 10s were passed for payment. Guardian Bro. O. Port and V.G. Bro. S. Jones replied to the visitors’ toast, and Sister King reported on her recent visit to the Loyal Dunedin Lodge. Two proposals for membership were received. At the conclusion of the business the non-officers carried out a programme which proved very entertaining. This took the form of “ Children’s Hour on the Radio,” which was well done by Sisters Smyth and Davey, causing considerable amusement. The evening concluded with a novelty snnoer. MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING ENFIELD CLUB Results of weekly shoot.—Rifle button, W. Allan; handicap button—J. Gibson. W. Allan 78—3—80. J. D. Gibson 77—7—80, G. Yuill 72—8—80, J. Allan 73—6—79, K. W. Gibson 67—12 —79, B. A. Johnston 74—3—77, J. Kerin 74—3—77, H. Bradley 71—5—76, W. Fallon 71—3—74, T. Martin 68—6—74, J. Rowland 48—25—73.