NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 23106, 4 February 1937, Page 13

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT (FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT)

UNDERTAKERS STRINGER AND MIDDLEMASS, Undertakers,. Thames st., Oamaru. Phone 1812. Night and Holiday Calls: J. W. Stringer, 17 Arun street (phone 1344); Alex. Wilson, 15 Nen street (phone 1336). FLORISTS FLORAL WREATHS, BOUQUETS. ETC WM. T. SINGS, T FLORIST and SEEDSMAN, Thames street Phone 1565. Private Phone 1859. PLANT Reliable Vegetable and Flowei Seeds. AMUSEMENTS DANCING XTORTH OTAGO SOTTISH Xi SOCIETY. open~dance. „ rm „ rm% SCOTTISH HALL. TYNE STREET. SATURDAY NEXT, At 8 p.m. New Gaiety Orchestra. Lucky. Spot. Waltz Prizes. Refreshments. GenEen 2s. Ladies Is 6d. Members IS. EDUCATIONAL TVJflii I a g7~ hood, 1U Teacher ot • PIANOFORTE AND THEORY, RESUMES MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8. Pupils prepared for all examinations. pupils at usual Hours. Studio: North Otago Times Bldgs., Thames street. V AndSTRINGEDINSTRUMENTS. Mr R. J. MELDRUM RESUMES TEACHING On SATURDAY, 6th INST., 9 Till street Phone 2462. VELLIE DIEHL, L.T.C.L., Has Resumed Tuition, PIANOFORTE and THEORY of All Musical Examinations. Interviews FRIDAY, 39 Humber street. PRODUCTION AND V SINGING. MYRA CHASE, L.R.SM., RESUMES.TEACHING ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8. 4 Reed street. PIANOFORTE AND HARMONY. NELLIE PICKETT, F.T.C.L., L.R.S.M., v RESUMES TEACHING At her residence, Palmerston, On MONDAY, February 8, 1937. piANOFORTE AND HARMONY. MABEL F. STENT, L.T.C.L., RESUMES TEACHING At Mrs Arnott's, On TUESDAY, February B', 1937. Old pupils please attend at 4.30 on that date. MEETINGS A MEETING OF THE NATIONAL **• PARTY SUPPORTERS in the Oamaru Electorate will be held in the PETER PAN THEATRE (Messrs Darling and M'Dowell's Buildings, Itchen street) on MONDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY 8, at 8 p.m. Hon. ADAM HAMILTON, Leader of the Opposition, and Mr S. G. Holland, M.P. for Christchurch North, will be present and address the meeting.

MAGISTRATE'S COURT BREACH OF AWARD Mr H. W. Bundle, S.M., gave his reserved decision at the Magistrates Court yesterday morning in the case in which proceedings were taken by the inspector of awards (Mr Currie) against M'Donald's Oamaru Lime Company for an alleged breach of the award in employing William Wilson as drillman at 2s an hour instead of :2s 3d an hour. Mr Pelvin appeared for the department, and Mr C. Zimmermann for the defendant company. . . . Mr Bundle said there was no doubt the defendant company treated its men. well, the question being whether Wilson was employed as a drillman, and as such entitled to 2s 3d an hour. The defendant company said he was not, and that the foreman, Thompson, .was drillman. The court had to consider the matter from a reasonable and commonsense point of view. Did Wilson act as drillman during the year? He had no reasonable doubt that Wilson did so. Thompson would have acted as drillman. but Wilson signed the safety book, and did the drilling and blasting. That disposed of the matter. Thompson did not act as drillman, and Wilson was entitled to the wages of a drillman with explosives permit as set out in the award. , Mr Pelvin asked for a nominal penalty only, and the plaintiff was given judgment for ss. It was further arrsinged by agreement that a ruling would be sought from the department whether a drillman should be paid a drillman's wages throughout the year, or only for the time when he was engaged as such. CLAIM FOR POSSESSION The claim of Mrs E. A. Kearns against William Fraser for possession of premises at Kurow again came before the court, Mr J. E. Farrell appearing for the plaintiff, and Mr K. D. H. Swindley for the defendant. Mr Farrell explained that the plaintiff had gone to some trouble to obtain another property, but the defedant refused to look at it. The rent had been paid, but the tank had not been replaced. • Mr Swindley said the defendant had complied with the court order. The property suggested was 13 or 14 miles from' Kurow, and was not suitable. Mr Bundle said he had declined to make an order for possession, and it had been agreed that the tenant shoulci get another place as early as possible. The tank had been removed quite without right, and an order had been made for the defendant to pay rent at 10s a week to November 2, and then at 7s 6d until the tank was replaced. He declined to make an order for possession, and made a further condition that the rent at 7s 6d a week be paid into court, and held by the court until the tank was replaced. CHARGE DISMISSED Margaret Amy Clark was charged with failing to give way to a vehicle approaching from the right at the intersection of Reed and Eden streets. Mr C. Zimmermann appeared for the defendant, who pleaded not guilty, Sergeant Murray conducted the prosecution for the police, and Mr J. H. Main watched the proceedings on behalf of the witness, Miss Douglas. ' Louisa May Douglas (Ardgowan) stated that she was driving a car down Reed street when another car at the intersection seemed to give way to her, so she proceeded on. When she reached the middle of the intersection the car seemed to be right on her, so she swerved up Eden street to avoid a collision, and collided with an electric light pole. Both cars, she thought, were travelling at about 20 miles an hour, and the other car failed.to give wa3 r to witness approaching from the right. Evidence of a corroborative nature was given by Margaret Olive Neill and the Rev. Harold Bowman, of Maheno, Mr Bowman stating that he had the impression that Miss Clark's car hugged the corner when turning into Rgg[l street. The defence was a denial of the statements, for the prosecution, Miss Clark staing that she sounded the horn when approaching the intersection, that Miss Douglas was on the intersection when witness was some distance from the corner, and swerved, colliding with the pole. Witness turned around the corner and stopped. There was no necessity for the violent swerve, for if Miss Douglas had continued on her course, and witness on hers, there would have been no collision, as Miss Douglas had ample room to pass. She was of the opinion that Miss Douglas lost her head on seeing the other car. This evidence was corroborated by Amy Catherine Clark, who was a passenger in the car. Mr Bundle said it was quite unusual and refreshing to find in a motor collision case no suggestion by either side that the other party was driving fast. At the time Miss Douglas did not have a licence and was recovering from a sprained ankle, an'd if she had to apply the brakes suddenly it would be quite an important factor. Miss Douglas did not apply the brakes, and he was quite unable to see why the accident occurred at all. He was unable to see the necessity for the swerve. There was considerable doubt in his mind whether Miss Clark's car was actually on the intersection, and from the evidence he was unable to find that it was. He thought Miss Dougla3 had lost her head, and was unable to find that Miss Clark failed to give way to traffic approaching from the right. The charge was dismissed. S.P.C.A. MONTHLY MEETING The monthly meeting of the Oamaru branch of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was held in St. Luke's vicarage, the president (Mr W K. Tomlinson) occupying the chair. The principal business of the meeting was the drafting of remits for consideration at the conference of the Federated Societies to be held at Wellington in March. Miss C. L. Grenfell was appointed delegate to the conference. LAWN TENNIS Teams for Saturday:— Awamoa A v. Meadowbank, at Meadowbank.—J. Walton, C. Maude, J. Fainilton, M. Rees, Miss Donaldson, Mrs Bradley, Misses Downing and Humphries. _ Awamoa B v. Oamaru, at Oamaru.— N Glass, S. L. Henry, F. Morrah, R. D Swindley, Misses Shayle-George, Armstrong, Mrs Mollison, Miss E. Sutton . „ , • * Awamoa Juniors v. Papakaio, at Awamoa.—J. Fisher, L. Barsdell, J. Armstrong, C. Day, G. Reid, S. Burton Mrs M'Douall, Misses Ireland, J. Macdonald, Bee, M. Macdonald, Calder. Emergencies.—A. U. Mackintosh, G. Bulleid. P. Woodward, H. Cameron, Misses J. Cuthbertson, M. Cameron, Mrs Ross, Miss J. Cameron.

CRICKET NOTES OAMARU IN GOOD POSITION The Oamaru-Union match was commenced last Saturday at the School on a good wicket. Oamaru had first lease of the wicket and compiled the very good total of 274, including a century by Zimmermann. Union fared badly, and at stumps had lost five wickets for only 47 runs, so that Oamaru is in a very good position. Uttley and Cahill opened for Oamaru, and the former went early by the lbw course to Tonkin, with no runs showing on the board. Cahill and Zimmermann, however, were associated in a useful partnership, and, although Cahill knocked up only 17 runs, he stayed long enough to see the score at 71. Kelk fell an easy victim to Doig, and Monteith was caught without opening his account. Watson, however, managed to raise double figures, including three good 4's, before he let one past from Doig. ZIMMERMANN'S CENTURY Zimmermann went on to pass the century before he was well caught on the square leg boundary by Doig. He batted soundly throughout. He selected the ball to hit with good judgment, and hit out very forcefully. His score of 109 runs, which was made in just over two hours, Included two beautiful 6*B and 12 4's. A fortnight previously Zimmermann knocked up 128 runs in the first Innings against Albion, artd he is to be congratulated on two very fine displays. Zimmermann is not only a successful batsman, but he is also a bowler of no mean ability, and on his performances in the past he can be regarded as the best all-rounder the district has to offer. There appears to be no doubt in the minds of many local followers of the game that on his present form he warrants inclusion in the Otago team. DICK AND HUNTER HIT OUT Dick was also a very useful scorer for Oamaru last Saturday, and was the not-out batsman with 73 runs to his credit, which must be regarded as a very fine performance. He took full toll of the flagging bowling, and his strokes were well-timed and forceful. His score included 12 fine fours. The partnership between Dick and Hunter was an outstanding and attractive one, as they added 80 runs in 35 minutes. Hunter was batting much better than usual, and in holding up his wicket he not only gave Dick a chance to pile on the runs, but he also added .steadily to his score. Oamaru finished with the good total of 274 runs. Blair and Doig were the steadiest of Union's bowlers, the latter obtaining the best average of four wickets for 39 runs. Tonkin bowled for long spells, and finished up with three for 73. UNION'S BATSMEN FAIL Blair and Rawstron were the opening pair for Union, and when 13 runs were showing Blair was smartly caught by Cahill in the slips off Zimmermann's bowling. Spear was the next to go, being caught behind the wicket by Jones off the same bowler. Rawstorn, the only batsman to reach double figures for Union, drove forcefully, and hit three boundaries. He sent one up from Zimmermann for Martin to effect a good catch close in at mid-off. Kelk bowled Budd with a yorker. and Tonkin just failed to ground his bat in time when attempting a second run. At the end of the afternoon's play Union had lost five wickets for 47 runs. Zimmermann bowled well for Oamaru, using a leg field effectively. -DRAW FOR SATURDAY Seniors.—Oamaru v. Union, at School. Juniors.—Albion v. Union, at School. Third Grade.—Union v. School, at King George'; Park. GENERAL NEWS A meeting of the National Party supporters in the Oamaru electorate will be held in the Peter Pan Theatre on Monday night next, commencing at 8 o'clock. Mr Adam Hamilton. Leader of the Opposition, and Mr S. G. Holland, M.P. for Christchurch North, will be present, and will address the meeting. , _, The members of St. Mary's Church, Herbert, made a collection of eggs for the Anglican Orphanges in Dunedin on Sunday. They contributed a large quantity of eggs, and the vicar (the Rev. A. W. Stace) thanked the congregation on behalf of the orphanage authorities for the excellent response to the appeal. Mr H. Hore packed and forwarded the eggs to Dunedin, where they were much appreciated. The fortnightly meeting of the Loyal Star of the North Lodge was held in the lodge hall, the N.G. (Sister E. Carrad) presiding over a good attendance of officers and members. The resignation of E.S. Sis. D. ovaabury was accepted with regret, and it was decided unanimously that a letter expressing appreciation of her work as a lodge member and wishing her every success in the future, be sent to her. During recess the members who were absent from the last meeting recounted their holiday experiences, after which the officers entertained with a highly successful " fashion parade," the object being to demonstrate the changes in the mode of dress from Victorian days to the present time. N.G. Sis. Carrad announced that the next meeting would take the form of a "question box evening. It was decided to issue a challenge to the Druids' Lodge to a debate, the tentative date being fixed for March 1. P.G. Sis. M Foss and P G Sis. E. Kidd reported on the sick and'distressed of the society. Consumers south of Hampden are notified that power will be cut off on Friday from 1 to 4.30 p.m. to complete work on lines. . Miss J. G. G. Hood, teacher of pianoforte and theory of music, will resume teaching on Monday next. Mrs M. Chase, teacher in voice production and singing, also will resume teaching on Monday next at 4 Reed street. During the past few days, Moerakl has had an unusual visitor in an exceptionally large sea lion, which came ashore on the beach, and has been seen swimming about the bay. PORT OF OAMARU High Water.—February 4: 9.39 a.m. The Wainui (1833 tons, Mac Nicol), at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, from Dunedin. Departures—The Wainui, at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, for Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne, via ports. The Union Steam Ship Company of New Zealand, Ltd., as agent for the New Zealand Shipping Company, advises that the Hurunui is scheduled to load refrigerated and general cargo at Oamaru about February 15 for west coast United Kingdom ports, and general cargo for London. The Wainui will load at Oamaru on Wednesday, February 17, for Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Waipahi is due to load at Oamaru on Monday for Wellington, Nelson, and New Plymouth, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Kiwitea. from Westport and Wellington, via Timaru and Lyttelton, is due to discharge coal at Oamaru on Saturday. On completion she will sail for Greymouth and Wellington. The Waitaki will leave Auckland tomorrow for southern ports, including Oamaru. The vessel is due to load here on Monday, February 15, for Wellington and Auckland, via ports. PERSONAL New Club Hotel.—Mr J. H. Lennox, Mr J W. Bain, Mr W. Elliott, Mr A. D Strachan (Dunedin), Miss C. M'lvor, Miss N. M'lvor, Miss L. Smith (Herbert) Mr L. Tyrell (Timaru), Mr J. M'Dermott (Wellington), Mr and Mrs A. J. Blair (Invercargill), Mr T. S. Thompson (Auckland).

OAMARU JOCKEY CLUB STAKE 3 INCREASED FOR AUTUMN MEETING Mr IC Aust'in (president) occupied the chair at a meeting of the committee of the Oamaru Jockey Club. The secretary (Mr D. V. G. Smith) submitted a financial statement for the summer meeting, which disclosed a satisfactory profit. The programme for the autumn meeting on April 29 and May 1 was considered, and increases in stakes amounting to £l9O, bringing the total stakes for the two days to £2050, were approved. The two principal events will be the President's Handicap on the first day, of 200sovs, and the Gardiner Memorial on the second day, of 250sovs. It was agreed that nominations for the autumn meeting close on April 13. and the acceptances be taken on April 26, immediately after the Timaru meeting on April 24. Accounts amounting to £2759 08 2d were passed for payment. COMBINED GARAGE PICNIC A PLEASANT OUTING The combined picnic held at Mr Gudsell's property at Kakanul by Messrs Dewar and M'Kenzie and Maude Bros, was favoured with fine weather. The picnickers, numbering about 75, were conveyed to the picnic grounds by private cars, and after lunch games, including cricket and rounders, were played. An interesting programme of swimming and running races was also carried out. The following are the results:— Ladies' Swimming Race.—Miss W. Wilson 1, Miss T. Brown 2, Miss M. Downing 3. Men's Swimming Race—J. Pilling l, D. Heinz 2, J. Maddigan 3. Children's Race (5 to 8 years).—Winnie Scott 1, Betty Souness 2. Children's Race (9 to 16 years).—T. Brown 1, K. Campbell 2, Gfibb 3 Apprentices' Race.—J. Crawford 1, E. Young 2, R. Bottle 3. Single Ladies' Race.—Misses T. Brown and B. Warnock (equal) 1, Miss A. M'Kenzie 3. Egg and Spoon Race—Miss B. Warnock 1, Miss M. Elliott 2 Journeymen's Race.—R. Young 1, r. Birtles 2, D. Lawrence 3. Three-legged Race.—Miss B. Warnock and Mr K. Lindsay 1, Miss Gemmell and Miss Thompson 2. Married Ladies' Race.—Mrs S. Spiers 1, Mrs R. Gibb 2, Mrs H. Hore 3. Men's Race (Open).—H. Hore 1, J. Crawford 2, D. Heinz 3. Wheelbarrow Race—Pilling and Crawford 1, H. Hore and D. Lawrence 2, B. Warnock and B. Dooley 3. Staff Race.—S. Spiers 1, W. Cubitt 2, H. Hore 3. Cigarette Race.—D. Heinz and Miss F. Moyle 1, D. Lawrence and Miss Joyce 2. Tug-of-war.—Dewar and M'Kenzie's team 1. .__. , , Relay Race.—Dewar and MKenzles team (O. Port, P. Birtles, B. Dooley, and H. Hore) 1. , ~ At the conclusion of an enjoyable day, Mr Maude presented the prizes. The picnic was held in pleasant surroundings, and thanks were due to Mr and Mrs Gudsell for placing their attractive grounds at the disposal of the picnickers.