COUNTRY NEWS

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

COUNTRY NEWS

CROMWELL Miniature Rifle Club In the Railway Rifle Club’s competition for a club trophy, best two out of three shoots, the winner was G. Philpott. W. Webb won the gold button and J. Helson the silver button. Scores were;—W. Webb 79, A. Dewar 79, R. Rae 76, J. Helson 75, J. R. Benson 75, G. Philpott 75, V. Sanders 75, J. Anderson 74, James C. Parcell 74, J. M’Kay 74, Joe Johnston 73, Jack Johnston 73, R. Hughes 73, R. Sinclair 73, R. Bramley 72, W. Henderson 72, B. Sanders 72, R. Toms 71, W. Fraser 71, S. Olds 69, E. Hughes 69, E. Brown 69, N. Toms 67, S. Park 65, E. Arbuckle 64, A. Pearson 64, W. Summers 62, W. Pearson 61. At the Cromwell Ladies’ Club weekly shoot, Mrs Fraser won a club sweepstake, after a shoot-off with Mrs Sanders and Miss D. Gridgman. The gold button was won by Mrs Webb, and the silver button by Mrs Fraser. Scores were:—Mrs Fraser 75—6—80, Mrs San-V'-Ts 71— Miss D. Gridgman 63 —l2—Bo, Mrs Webb 78—1—79, Miss N. Shaw 71—8—79, Miss R. Toms 72 —6 78, Mrs Nicol 71—6—77, Mrs N. Mitchell, 70—6—76, Miss P. Arbuckle 65—11—76, Miss Liddell 60—15—75, Mrs Anderson 69—6—75, Mrs Ree 68— 7—75, Miss O. Gordon 69 —5 —74. Miss V. Campbell 68—6—74, Miss M. Thomson 62—11—73, Miss I. Campbell 63—6 —69. W. Veint won the gold button at the weekly shoot of the Kawarau Men’s Club after a tie with A. Key, and (J. Betts won the silver button. Scores were:—C. Betts 71—9—80, R. M'Felin 70—9—79, G. Bell 70—9—79, G. Stumbles 72—6—73, W. Veint 75—2—77, A. Key 75—2—77, W. Hooper 67—9—76, A. Rae 67—9—76, B. Leader 67—8—75, I. Campbell 66—9—75, J. Storey 659—74, R. Ward 65—9—74, W. MoffaP 64—9—-73, W. Smart 64—7—71. The Kawarau Ladies’ Club fired the second competition for Mr A. Walker’s Cup. Mrs Rae won the gold button, and Mrs Dewar the silver button Scores were:—Miss Stumbles 66—14 80, Mrs Thomas. 74—7—80, Mrs Dewar 68—14—80, Miss Betts 72—8—80, Mrs Ree 75—6—80, Miss Phelan 64—15—79, Mrs Veint 73—5—78, Mrs Key 71—6— 77, Mrs Moffatt 70—7—77, Mrs Campbell 68—9—77, Mrs Wilkinson 69—6 75, Miss Blackie 68—7—75, Mrs Johtison 69—6—75, Mrs Scott 68—7—75, Mrs Jelley 58—14—72, Mrs Berry 67—11—78, Mrs M’Donald 69—5—74, Mining The Nevis road over the Carrick range was open for traffic last Thursday. Mr S, C. Fache travelled to Nevis that day to make preparations for dredging with his machine at Lower Nevis. Mr F. Jones, jun., manager of the Jones-Nevis Sluicing Company at Upper Nevis, also went over to the claim on Saturday to make arrangements for the preliminaries to the season’s work. Defence Rifle Club

The official opening of the Cromwell and Bannockburn Defence Rifle Club on Saturday was the most successful yet held by the club. Wakatipu Rifle Club was well represented, and several members of the Albert Town Club were also present. With these and local members and some visitors a total of 26 participated in the afternoon’s snooting. Included in these were two ladies, who shot remarkably well, Major Mackenzie remarking that their performance was worth coming down to see. Mr A. Bell, president of the local club, welcomed the visitors, and Major Mackenzie and Rifleman W. J. Gillespie replied. Afternoon tea was provided oy the ladies. A varying wind and changing light made difficult conditions for shooting. Seven shots at 500 and 600 yards were fired, and the scores were:—J. W. Haugh, 31—30 (handicap 5), 66; Mrs A. W. Johnson, 29—29 (8). 66; A. Sherwin, 32—29 (4), 65; J. Jocelyn, 32—29 (3). 64; Mrs W. E. Veint, 28 —27 (9), 64; James C. Parcell, 32—31 (—), 63; Deputy President Simpson. 29—29 (5), 63; R. Toms, 27 29 (7), 63; V. Parcell, 30—26 (7), 63; A. Bell. 31—30 (1), 62; S. Wells, 31—30 (—), 61; T. Lowen, 31—27 (3). 61; E. J. Haugh, 26—31 (4), 61; Major P. Mackenzie. 31--29 (—), 60; D. Grant, 27 29 (3), 59; C. Hansen, 31—23 (5). 59; E. Lawrence, 24—32 (2), 58: A. Jocelyn, 25—25 (7), 57; W. E. Veint, 28-28 (—), 56; W. Cruickshanks, 28—27 (1), 55; D. Gray, 30—25 (1), 56; W. J. Gillespie, 34—24 (1), 56; T. A. Crabbe, 28—24 (1), 53; J. F. Smith, 21—17 (9), 47; H. Hammond, 16—26 (4), 46; K. Campbell. 22—19 (5), 46. The A team shoot was decided on the scores on the target, and resulted:—Albert Town 234, Cromwell and Bannockburn A 232, B 229, Wakatipu A 228, B 209, scratch team 224.

Obituary Mr J. D. Tully, who passed away at Cromwell last week, had been a resident of the town for over 30 years. Born at Otekaike, he later followed the trade of blacksmith, and in his younger days visited many distant parts of the world. He served in the South African war, and later carried on his particular line of business in South Africa for a few years. He first had employment in this district on the Nevis mining field, when the industry was at its height. Shortly after he was married and came to reside in Cromwell, where he had remained ever since. He followed his own calling for many years, but more recently was attached to mining, being associated for some time with the activities of the Cornish Point Company. In every walk of life he was quiet' and unassuming, and, above all, a conscientious employee whose work was fully appreciated by his employers. He was a staunch member of the Cromwell Municipal Band, and also a member of both local lodges. The funeral service on Friday was conducted by the Rev. Hurd (Anglican), the last rites of the Oddfellows’ Lodge being carried out. The band was present, and concluded the service with the hymn, “Abide With Me.” Mr Tully is survived by his wife and two grownup daughters. The Weather

Late on Saturday a wintry storm swept the valley, and snow fell heavily on the high country, with a lighter coating right down to the flats. During Sunday the lower levels cleared, but the higher country was still heavily enveloped. While this remains it must prove a menace to orchardists in the danger of late frosts, for stone fruit has developed rapidly. On the other hand, ,the rivers are showing an upward tendency, and a big thaw or mild rain would be followed by a rise sufficient to launch the big dredge at Clyde. Early on Monday morning conditions were unsettled, with snow squalls sweeping the high country. The Kawarau River is running just under the four-foot mark. _ WANAKA Golf The ladies of the Wanaka Golf Club played a Stapleford Bogey Match on Saturday. The best match scores were as follows:—Miss F. Perrow 34, Mrs G. A. Morris 32, Miss M. Gawn 32, Mrs W. Anderson 30, Mrs J. Hunt 30. The men of the club played the third round of the championship and also the third round of Mr G. Morris’s trophy. Mr D. Dickson was the winner in the three rounds of G. Morris’s trophy. Scores were:—J. Rennie 81—13—68, D Dickson 98—29—69, W. Ironside 92 —21 —7l, R. Waldron 101—28—73, C. Wilson 102—28—74, C. Templeton 86—10— 76, A. M’Kegg 106—30—76, G. Morris 100—23—77, J. Perrow 86—8—78, F. Jackson 98—17 —81, H. Harris 110—29 — 81, R. Wilson 101—20—81, D. Anderson 108—26—82, C. Ewing 113—30—83. Meetings A meeting was held in the Pembroke Hall last Tuesday night, the object being to establish a branch of the New Zealand Labour Party in Pembroke. Fourteen people attended and the following office-bearers were appointed: Mr R. Little, president; Mr T. Barry, vice-president; Mr J. Mac Kay, jun., secretary; and Mr B. Mantell, treasurer. A committee of five was also appointed. Lawn Tennis The annual meeting of the Wanaka Lawn Tennis Club was held in the Pembroke Hall on Friday when the president, Mr W. A. Scaife, presided over a large attendance of members. A very satisfactory balance sheet from

last season was read and adopted. The election of officers resulted as follows: —President, Mr W. A. Scaife (re-elected); secretary, Mr C. Wilson; treasurer, Mr D. Dickson; senior vicepresident, Dr Emslie; vice-presidents— Messrs J. Perrow, G. L. Morris, and R. Wilson; committee —all office-bearers and Miss Scaife, Mrs Waldron, Mrs G. L. Morris, Mrs W. A. Scaife, and Miss Macfarlane; auditor, Mr R. Walker; delegates to the Vincent Lawn Tennis Sub-association, Mr Scaife and Mr G. Morris; Social Committee, Miss Scaife and Mr C. Wilson. Subscriptions and arrangements for match captains were arranged as for the previous season. The official opening would be combined with a Yankee Doubles tournament on Labour Day. The matter of preparing the courts for the coming season was left in the hands of a sub-committee. PALMERSTON Borough Council The ordinary meeting of the Palmerston Borough Council was held on Monday evening. There were present the Mayor (Mr W. B, Galloway), and Crs Riddle, M’Gregor, Ross, Thomas, Earley, Hodgetts, Morrison, Pastier, and Hopkins. A vote of sympathy was. passed to Mr D. Howie, on his recent bereavement, the council standing in silence as a mark of respect. A donation of two guineas was made to the Otago Expansion League. The Reserves Committee gave advice on the encroaching , gorse in the borough, which is to be attended to immediately. The report of the traffic inspector (Mr P. Laughton) for the period August 25 to September 21, 1936, was received. , . Business connected with the New Zealand centennial was held over until the next meeting. Permission was given for a street collection supporting the health stamp campaign, the committee in charge of the work being the Mayor, Cr Pastier, and the borough clerk (Mr T. Fogarty). The secretary of the Athenaeum Committee applied for the usual third rebate of rates granted by the council on the Athenaeum reading room.—Held over until next meeting. The allocation of costs of joint traffic inspection scheme was submitted, the local council being allocated £1 5s. — Received. Permission was granted to Mr W. Johnston to effect repairs on his building, section 18, block XXIX. Mr C. Dixon was granted rebates on remaining rents owing to the borough. The Works Committee reported that a central light had been erected above the intersection of Ronaldsay and Tiverton streets, which was proving satisfactory: and a corner light, by the Anglican vicarage. Footpaths had been formed, by the Oddfellows and Druids’ Lodges, and on Copensha street. The kerbing at the Police Station, Athenaeum, and Post Office was being extensively improved. Gravel had been spread on the East Boundary road and on Birsa street. Goodwood road and Falcon street had also been repaired. The bank on the corner of Brough and Tiverton streets had been partially removed to give motorists a better view. It was decided to engage the surveyor, Mr Anderson, for another month, to complete the survey of the district. Gorse in the residential portion of the borough will be removed under scheme No. 5. Accounts amounting to £l3l 12s were passed for payment. Men employed under No. 5 scheme are to be kept on at the usual rates for another month, the borough paying the subsidy. Scottish Society ' / The annual meeting of the Palmerston, Waikouaiti, and Waihemo Scottish Society was held last week, there being a good attendance of members. The annual report and balance sheet were adopted. The following officers were elected: —Patron, Mr J. T. Kelly; chief, Mr R. MTntosh; senior chieftain, Mr D. M’Dougall; chieftains—Messrs F. G. Collins, A. M’Gregor, R. Riddle, T. Brydone; committee —Past Chiefs R. Cameron, J. M. Nichol. G. Ross, N. M. Matheson, D. Ross, John Philip, E. J. Kelly, D. M. Thomson, and Clansmen N. Pearson, D. H. Ross, A. H. M’Gregor, J. J. Adams. W. J. M’Kenney, A, M’Vean, H. Robbie, J. Shaw; senior steward. Mr N. Pearson; stewards— Messrs J. M’Bride, J. Purvis, A. Cameron; pianist, Mrs C. Olsen; orchestra — Mr and Mrs J. J. Adams, Mr R. J. Adams, Mr C. Appleby; assistant musicians—Messrs J. Matheson, A. H. M’Gregor, J. Purvis; official pipers— Messrs S. Craig, D. S. M’Dougall, W. Campbell; auditor, Mr G. B. Smith; secretary and treasurer, Mr A. H. Forrest. The following toasts were honoured: Patron, chief, immediate past chief, exchiefs, chieftains, musicians, official pipers, stewards, ladies, secretary. Items were given by Messrs R. Cameron, E. M’Lew, W. Brunton (songs); E. Kelly and J. Nichol (duet); Mr J. M’Cowan (recitation): Senior Chieftain D. S. M’Dougall (pipe selections). Before vacating the chair the chief (Mr D. M. Thomson) thanked the past chiefs, chieftains, and clansmen for the loyal support he had received during his term of office, and extended to the chief-elect (Mr R. M’lntosh) his best wishes for the ensuing year. He mentioned that during the year the Oamaru Scottish Society had been visited, and he hoped the trip would be returned. EDIEVALE Rifle Shooting The Edievale Defence Rifle Club fired the final trophy match of the season on the local range on Saturday last, when there was a fairly large number of members present to take part. Conditions of the shoot were seven shots with two optional sighters over 500 and 600 yards. In conjunction with this shoot, an Oxford Sweepstake took place for the women supporters of the club. In this event the winners were Mrs Thompson and Mrs Adam. The following are the detailed

MILTON Magistrate’s Court The adjourned sitting of the Milton Magistrate’s Court was resumed yesterday morning before Mr H. J. Dixon, S.M. MOTOR REGISTRATION PROBLEM The magistrate delivered his reserved judgment in the case in which James King Campbell.(Glenore) was charged, on the information of W. B. M'Dowell, Main Highways Board’s inspector, with operating a motor vehicle without a licence at Pukeawa on May 27. For the defence it was claimed that the heavy lorry had been altered by shortening the chassis and other alterations to make it suitable for the haulage of the defendant’s chaff-cutting plant. The alterations made it unfit for the conveyance of goods on an economical basis. It was claimed that the lorry was an agricultural vehicle, and therefore not subject to payment of a licence fee.—The magistrate, in giving his. decision, stated that the lorry could still be used for the conveyance of goods and was liable to the payment of a licence fee and registration. A conviction was entered without penalty. 1 CRUELTY TO ANIMALS Legal argument was heard in the case partially dealt with at last Friday’s sitting, in which William Borthwick, stock dealer, Milton, pleaded not guilty to a charge laid by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of causing unnecessary suffering to some bulls by ordering them to be trucked from Milton to Burnside too soon after the animals had been castrated. On arrival of the consignment at Burnside two bulls and a heifer were found to be dead in the truck.—Mr D. J. Sumpter appeared

for the society, and Mr G. H. Thomson for the defendant.—Mr Thomson argued that it was necessary to prove wilful intention on the defendant’s part to cause suffering, and a number of witnesses had asserted that it was a common practice amongst stock dealers to castrate bulls before sending them to the market. The death of the animals was caused by struggling and suffocation—Mr Sumpter claimed that the bulls were trucked too soon after the operation, and, although the bleeding had ceased when the animals were trucked, the wounds had reopened after the trucking, thereby causing the deaths.—Th, magistrate altered the charge to read conveying the animals in such a manner and at such a time as to cause unnecessary suffering. The evidehce of witnesses for the defence showed that the castration was done for profit and did not take into consideration whether suffering was caused. The defendant was convicted and fined £1 2s court costs, £3 4s witnesses’ expenses, and £2 2s solicitor’s fee.

ALEXANDRA Frost Fighting Following a series of cold southerly winds on Friday the temperature dropped at 2.30 a.m. to a point that gave the fruitgrowers some concern. Steps were taken immediately to raise the temperatures on the orchards, and a two to three-hours’ burn accomplished this. No damage at all has been reported and this shows the value of fire pots to the orchardists. Football The curtain was rung down on football in the Vincent County on Saturday when Alexandra, the premier team in the Senior Competition, played a friendly match against Mataura. winners of the Eastern Districts Competition. The game was an interesting one and Alexandra won by 16 to 3. Personal Mr H. H. Hull left yesterday for Wellington where he will join the Awatea on a holiday trip to Australia. CLYDE Lawn Tennis Summer sports were commenced on Saturday with the opening of the Lawn Tennis Club. Mr C. J. Davidson, president, welcomed the members and visitors who were present from Cromwell, Alexandra, and Fruitlands.

scores: — 500 600 yds. yds. Hep; Tl. Finlayson .. 32 34 66 W. Graham ,\. .. 33 33 66 L. Adam .. 34 32 2 — 66 J. Adam .. 33 32 65 A. Farmer .. .. 31 31 5 — 65 C. Campbell .. .. 31 27 11 — 65 A. Sim .. .. .. 34 30 64 T. Hickey .. 35 29 — — 64 L. Jenkins .. .. 33 29 4 — 64 V. Geeves 31 28 5 — 64 G. Finlayson .. 26 31 9 — 63 J. Wilson .. 31 26 10 — 63 A. Kennedy .. .. 28 28 6 — 62 M. Kempthorne .. 32 26 5 — 61