NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 23222, 21 June 1937, Page 12

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

(FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT)

SCOTTISH SOCIETY MONTHLY SOCIAL A programme of exceptional merit was presented at the monthly social and darice of the North Otago Scottish Society, when, despite the cold weather, there was ah excellent attendance of members and the general public. Honorary Piper, Gibson played Chief Gillies into the hall. The programme was as follows: — Vocal solos—Misses Rankin and J. Blyth, Messrs Renton and Murray; vocal trio—Mesdames Kinder and M'Gregor, and Miss Rankin; sailor's hornpipe, Winona Gemmell; Irish Jig, Margaret Adamsoli and June Lightwood; operatic dance, Elaine Sawers; sword dance, Gladys Ross; choir numbers—" Border Ballad " (Maunder). " O Hush Thee." (Sullivan), "The Catastrophe" (Sprayne), "Mother Goose" (Gracey), "Cockles and Mussels" (traditional) , " Swing Low, Sweet Chariot (spiritual),- "Old' Mother Hubbard (Wheeler). "Cock Robin" (traditional), "Polly Wolly, Doodle" (traditional)—all by the St. Paul's Choir, under the baton of Mr Gibb, and a playette, "Snowed Up With a Duchess," by the Eveline Womeiils Institute. The which gave an excellent interpretation of the playette, was-' as follows:—Mrs Mays, the duchess; Mrs Dodds, Madame Value; Mrs Hughes, Mrs Hodge; Mrs Robertson, Mrs Cholmondeley Jones. Honorary Piper J. Gibson supplied the bagpipe music for the national dances, and the accompaniments were played by Misses Blair and J. Corlett, and Mr Gibb. At the conclusion a hearty vote of thanks to the performers was proposed by ex-Chief G. M. Gardiner. • Dancing was. then enthusiastically entered into by Ihe large gathering to music supplied by Rae's Orchestra. AMBUUNCE~UNIFORM FUND NURSING DIVISION'S EFFORT Under the auspices of the nursing division of the Oamaru St. John Ambulance' Association a very successful' effort to raise funds for new uniforms was held on I'riday afternoon in the form of a market stall. In pursuance of the policy agreed to in other centres it has'been decided to adopt uniforms for all officers of the division and the brigade, and to, this end efforts have been made over a period to raise the necessary funds. The arrangements were in the hands of the, divisional secretary (Mrs A. A.vßarsdell), who,, with a willing band ; of workers, did good work during the afternoon, and as a result the funds will benefit very, considerably. Several competitions were conducted, the winners of which were as follows:—Sheep guessing (correct weight, 37|lb). Messrs Kilpatrick and Ericson (equal) 1. Pram cover, Mr J. Main. Box of chocolates, No 1. Mr W. Denholm. Box of chocolates No. 2; MrsvE. Taylor. Duehesse set. Mrs Symons. Cake. Mr W. Denholm. ,

Athletic 18 points. Excelsior ■ 3 points. Mr M'Millan was the referee.

RUGBY FOOTBALL MAHENO AND ATHLETIC WIN* As the result of the Rugby matches on Saturday at the Oamaru Show Grounds, the positions of the teams in the senior competition were unchanged. Maheno and Athletic still being in the; lead with the same number or points, Apart from one or two bright movements, neither game was of a very spectacular nature. Maheno defeated Old Boys by 7 points (a try and field goal) to 4 points (a field goal). Athletic scored 15 of its 18 points against Excelsior in the first half, while in the second spell the odds broken even, each side gaining three points. Excelsior was unfortunate in having to include five juniors to make up a team. MAHENO V. OLD BOYS Old Boys staged a sortie from the outset, but M'Phail marked well in the face of a strong Black forward rush. The Blacks were penalised, and Maheno then took up the attack. Johnston had a shot at goaling from nearly halfway, but was "unsuccessful. Maheno obtained from, a scrum, and Soilness sent Gillies away, but on Campbell receiving the ball he was caught in possession. The Green backs made a further endeavour to break away, but they made little progress. Maheno was making determined attempts to score, but Easton marked in the face of a strong onslaught. However, the, Greens were soon knocking hard at Old Boys' line, and Davis came near to scoring. After, hard, battling play on the Black' line, Johnston dived over to score the only try. The scorer failed to convert from well out. Maheno 3, Old Boys nil. The Black backs made repeated efforts to throw the ball about, but with little success, and it took the to bring plav to Maheno's quarter. Here Easton landed an excellent field goal to put Old Boys one point in the lead. Half time came soon after, with the scores: Old Boys 4 points. Maheno .... .. 3'points. Maheno came right through to Old Boys' territory from the kick off. Securing, near the goal posts, it appeared as if Gillies was, going to attempt a field goal, but he'sent out to Campbell, to Bruce, the last-named piloting the ball over from an excellent drop kick. Maheno 7, Old Boys 4. Old Boys' efforts to break through were repulsed by Souness clearing well, and Maheno once more took the initiative, carrying play right to the Black line. Play went from one end of the field to the other, and then Easton had a shot at goaling from a penalty, but the distance was too great; Bruce cut through well, but, following scrambling play. Low led the Black forwards in a dashing sortie. M'Phail proved safe, however, and sent the Blacks back with a well-judged line-finder. The. Old Boys backs began throwing the ball about, but made.little progress. However, the Black forwards worked hard, and Old Boys made repeated and determined efforts to score. Just before the final whistle Easton made a sensational run, and he might have had a good chance to score himself, but he elected to pass out, and play went into touch. The final scores were: Maheno .. .... 7 points. ; Old Boys '.. .. .. 4 points. Mr J. Stewart was the referee. ATHLETIC v. EXCELSIOR Excelsior was the first to take the offensive, but from a penalty Budd found touch near the Blue twenty-five. Park broke away from between halfway and the Blues' twenty-five, and after a fine dash, sent on to Kilgour. who evaded several weak attempts at tackling and then sent A. Brown over for a good try between the posts. Park converted. Athletic 5, Excelsior nil. The Maroon backs staged a pretty passing movement, and things looked dangerous for Excelsior. Hunt again opened up well, and when clear away Dwyer fell. MTvor broke away from a ruck, and then Jones set off with the ball at a great rate. He transferred to Easton. who was tackled after a splendid effort. From an attempt at a penalty goal'the ball bounced out of Davey's reach' when he attempted to force down, arid A. Brown dashed up smartly to score again near the posts. Park converted. Athletic 10, Excelsior nil. Carrington was nearly over for another try by the Maroons, but Davey forced in. the nick of time. The Maroon forwards broke through in a great burst of speed, and-in a determined run A. Brown crossed for his third try.. Park was again successful with the kick.. Half time was then sounded, with the scores: Athletic 15. Excelsior nil. It was a big score to face in the second spell, but Excelsior did not let up and held the Maroons much better. K. Wilson led a strong Maroon rush to Blue territory, where Cayford marked and found touch past midway. Excelsior attacked strongly, and from a scramble near the Maroon line Jones dived over for Excelsior's only try. Athletic 15, Excelsior 3. Hunt. Dwyer, and Park were associated in a good passing bout, and then the first-named opened up well from the base of a scrum to send Dwyer and Perkins away for the latter to race round unopposed. The kick at goal failed. Athletic 18. Excelsior nil. Easton had a shot at goaling from a difficult angle, but failed, and the Blues were pressing when the final whistle went.

JUNIORS Waitaki 35. Excelsior nil. Old Boys won by default from Maheno. THIRD GRADE Athletic 11, Old Boys 3. St. Kevin's 43, Southern nil. FOURTH GRADE Athletic A 8, Athletic B 8. St. Kevin's 20, Excelsior nil. FIFTH GRADE Waitaki A 10. St. Kevin's 14. WAITAKI OLD BO\S OAMARU BRANCH A meeting of the committee of the Oamaru branch of the Waitaki High School Old Boys' Association was held on Friday night. Mr M. S. Holmes presided in the absence of the president (Mr L. Douglas). Correspondence was received from the Christchurch branch urging that all branches adopt a policy of reciprocity. It was pointed out that advance information in connection with dates and activities of the various branches would be welcomed by old bovs generally. Members were unanimous that the suggestion was a good one. and it was decided to co-operate with the Christchurch branch as suggested. Correspondence was also received from the general secretary relating to matters dealt with by the Executive Council. Several accounts were passed for payment. The question of circularising all members with a programme of the year's activities of the branch and school was raised by Mr D. Robertson, who stated that this policy was adopted by the Otago High School Old Boys' Association, and was issued at the commencement of each year.—The matter was left to the secretary and Mr M Culloch to arrange the details. It was decided to hold the annual ball in the Scottish Hall on Monday, July 26 The sub-committee appointed to act reported that arrangements were well in hand. It was expected that representatives from the Christchurcn. Timaru and Dunedin branches would be in attendance.

GOLF BANKS CUP COMPETITION The second qualifying round of the Banks Cup competition was played at the Awamoa links on Saturday. The day was perfect for golf, and the course and greens were in splendid order. The day's outing proved thoroughly enjoyable for all, irrespective of the scores that were recorded.

The following are the best cards for Saturday:—J. R. Scott and Mrs Donaldsun 88—15}—72}, Mr and Mrs M'Culloch 92—184 —73}. H. Treseder and Miss Maxwell 108—324 —75}. Mr and Mrs D. V. G. Smith 97—21—76. C. R. Hedges and Miss Donaldson 93—16}—76}, Mr and Miss Christie 93—16—77. D. Williams and'Mrs Crawshaw 110—33—77, R. Mathieson and Mrs Butler 94—16} — 77',. D. L. Grant and Mrs Finch 97 18}—73}.

The best gross score for the day, and the only one under 90, was returned by J. R. Scott and Mrs Donaldson. Last week's leaders did not keep up to the standard of play shown previously, and had to give way to Mr and Mrs M'Culloch, whose net aggregate for the two days' play was 151, followed by C. R. Hedges and Miss Donaldson, whose net aggregate was 153. These couples play for the Banks Cup in match play. Others to finish close up were J. A. R. Scott and Mrs Donaldson net 154, M. J. Wilson and Miss M. Ireland 154, Mr and Mrs D. V. G. Smith 155. V. R. Hedges and Miss Familton 158, and Ryan and Mrs Barclay 158. LADIES' CLUB The following are the best cards returned for last week's match:—Silver division: Mrs Burton 91—14—79, Miss M'Quade 98—18—80. Bronze division: Mrs D. Smith 102—24—78, Miss R. Donaldson 107—28—79. The draw for the first Eclectic Match to bo held this week is as follows: First Tee.—Mrs Meek v. Miss M. Ireland, Mrs; Rickman v. Mrs D. Smith, Mrs Jordan v. Mrs Donaldson, Miss T. Robins v. Mrs M'Culloch, Mrs M'Beath v. Mrs Spooner, Mrs Brown v. Mrs Barclay, Miss Armstrong v. Miss Mackie, Miss E. Familton v. Miss Garrey. Thirteenth Tee.—Mrs Burton v. Mrs M'Ewan. Miss M'Quade v. Wilson, Mrs Porter v. Mrs Butler, Miss P. Lane v. Mrs Ewart, Mrs Finch v. Miss K. Robins, Miss J. Christie v. Mrs Irving. Tenth Tee.—Miss R. Donaldson v. Miss Maxwell, Miss M'Donald v. Mrs Crawshaw, Miss M. Simpson v. Mrs Forrest, Mrs C. Rowe v. Miss M'Lay, Mrs M'Douall v. Mrs F. Grant, Miss Fraser v. Mrs H. Hall. Mrs Steenson v. Mrs Tait. Miss S. Simpson a bye. ASHBURTON FANCIERS' CLUB OAMARU SUCCESSES Several Oamaru fanciers met with •success at the Ashburton Fanciers' Society's show, as'follows:— BANTAMS Old English black-red or light-red cock (three entries)—W. J. Currie 2. Hen (three entries)—W. J. Currie 3. Cockerel (three entries)—H. E. Stamford 1, W. J. Currie 2. Pullet (three entries)—W. J. Currie 2. Old English, any other variety, hen (four entries)—H. E. Staniford 1,2, and 3. CANARIES AND CAGE BIRDS Open Classes.—Norwich, plain-head yellow cock—W. Crombie 1. Hen—W. Crombie 1. Buff cock—E. Tomkins 2. Buff hen—W. Crombie 2 and 3. Yellowticked or lightly variegated cock—W. Crombie 1. Buff cock—W. Crombie 2. Buff hen—W. Crombie 2 and 3. Cinnamon buff —W. Crombie 1.

Unflighted Classes.—Norwich plainhead, yellow, clear, or invisible ticked cock—W. Crombie 1. Hen—W. Crombie 1. Heavily variegated hen—W. Crombie 1. Buff, clear, or invisible ticked cock—W. Crombie. 1 and 2. Hen—W. Crombie 1. Green, buff—W. Crombie 1.

Yorkshire, Open Classes.—Buff cock —E. Tomkins 1, W. Stephen 2. Yellow ticked or variegated cock—W. Stephen 1, special, and 2. Cinnamon, yellow ticked or variegated cock or hen—E. Tomkins 1. Buff, clear or invisible ticked cock or hen—W. Stephen 2, E. Tomkins 3. Buff or heavily variegated cock or hen —W. Stephen 1 and special. Mules, goldfinch, dark or variegated—W. Crombie I'. Budgerigars.—Green hen—R. E. Mahan 1. Lemon cock—R. E. Mahan 1. Hen—R. E. Mahan 1. Sky-blue/cock— R. E'. Mahan 2. Cobalt cock—R. E. Mahan 1. KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS MAJESTIC THEATRE Ablaze with action, vivid with pageantry, and vital with drama, "Lloyds of London," a story of a love that changed the destiny of an empire, gives a thrilling account of the founding of England's sea power and the establishment of the world's most exciting and extraordinary institution. Freddie Bartholomew and Madeleine Carroll are starred in the exceptional cast, which features the new romantic sensation Tyrone Power, and Sir Guy Standing, C. Aubrey, Smith and Virginia Field. The romance between Tyrone Power and Madeleine Carroll is ill-starred from the beginning, and it is not until the sensational climax culminating in Nelson's thrilling victory at the Battle of Trafalgar that the couple find the path to happiness.' Set against the turbulent canvas of the beginnings of British supremacy of the seas, the romance serves to focus into a single stirring kaleidoscope the birth of the Empire and the growth of one of the world's greatest business organisations. This attraction will be shown to-night. OPERA HOUSE Three attractions will be screened at the Opera House to-night, so that patrons to this theatre are guaranteed a good evening's entertainment. Starring handsome John Wayne. " Conflict " is based on Jack London's famed story, "The Abysmal Brute." which is recognised as one of the finest stories written by this author. Photographed entirely in the rugged grandeur of the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, 900 miles from Hollywood. " Conflict" tells a virile, fast-moving story. The picture combines drama, suspense, excitement and romance into a spirited action story. Gene Raymond, whose marriage to Jeanette Macdonald took place last week, is the male star in " Walking on Air." a semi-musical comedy. Ann Sothern and Harry Stephenson are also in the cast. The third attraction is the MetroGoldwyn film of the Coronation, showing the ceremony in the Cathedral, the procession, and the Royal Family at Buckingham Palace. PORT OF OAMARU i High Water—June 21: 0.31 a.m. and 0.54 p.m. Arrivals.—The Waipahi (1783 tons. Mac Nicol) at 7 a.m. on Saturday, from Dunedin. Departures.—The Waipahi at noon on Saturday for Wellington, Nelson, and New Plymouth, via ports. NOTES The Karetu, from Newcastle. Sydney, and Hobart. via ports, is due about Thursday. June 24. for direct discharge at Oamnru. The Waipahi will load about Wednesday. June 30. for Wellington. Nelson and New Plymouth, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Wainui will load on Wednesday for Wellington. Napier, and Gisborne, via ports. The Wingatui will load on Monday everting for Wellington and Auckland, via ports.

HOCKEY MEN'S COMPETITION Oamaru defeated Totara by 4 goals to 2. From the bully oft Totara set up an attack, which Blair stopped, and Oamaru took play to the Totara circle for Rawston to find the net. Totara were again on defence, but offside play brought relief, and they crossed the Oamaru twenty-five, offside play, however, spoiling their efforts on several occasions. Oamaru attacked, and a good centre by Nisbet enabled Hore to score. Oamaru held the upper hand for the remainder of the spell. On resuming. Oamaru were the first to attack, but Rawton cleared, and Totara took up the offensive for Bremner to goal. Hore took the ball from his own half right through the opposition to register his second goal. Play at this stage was very fast, each side attacking in turn. Thomas netted for Oamaru, and Bremner again scored for Totara. Totara had slightly the better of the play in the second half. Messrs T. W. Jacobs and E. Arnott controlled the game. Rovers were defeated by Waimate by 3 goals to 2, Waimate registering their goals in the first spell, and Rovers obtaining theirs in the second. The game was evenly contested, and the issue was always in doubt. Rovers were unfortunate that a player left the field during the second half, thus forcing them to play a man short when they appeared to be likely to overtake their opponents. London, M'Leod, and Taylor shot for Waimate, and Thorpe and Brain for Oamaru. Messrs Arnott and Kay were the referees. WOMEN'S GAMES

A very fast game between Maheno and Waimate resulted in a win for the former by 6 goals to 2. The scorers for Maheno were Misses Watson (3), Gray (2), and Gudsell (1), while Misses Buckingham and Mushet scored for Waimate. Mr H. J. M'Donald controlled the game. Pirata A 21, Athletic nil. Mr E. Richardson was the umpire. * COUNTRY HOCKEY

By defeating Kurow by 3 goals to nil, Ngapara won their second game in the competition. From the bully-off Ngapara went away to test the Kurow defence, which proved very sound, but after repeated attacks Miss J. Dunlop found the net. Kurow made every attempt to equalise, but could not break through the solid defence of Ngapara. Again the attack was transferred to the Kurow twenty-five, but there was no further score when half time was called. In the second spell the game eased up, but Ngapara still attacked, and Miss N. Watson netted with a good cross shot. Kurow took up the attack, but Miss O'Brien proved very safe. From a breakaway Miss N. Newlands sent her forwards away, and by good combined play Miss N. Watson again found the net. From then on Kurow kept up the attack, and were unlucky not to score with several well-placed shots. Mr E. H. Coker was umpire. Windsor obtained an easy victory over Georgetown by 11 goals to 2. The referee was Mr J. H. Mushet. BOYS' COMPETITION St. Patrick's defeated Oamaru by 4 goals to nil, two goals being scored in each half by Arscott one, M'Ellvroy two, and Smiton one. Rovers defeated St. Patrick's B by 4 goals to 1. GENERAL NEWS Bro. T. Freeman occupied the chair at the fortnightly meeting of the Waiareka Lodge. An invitation was received from the Waimate Lodge to attend a social evening on June 21. G.W. Bro. A Wilson reported on the Grand Lodge session, and he was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. The serving of supper concluded the meeting. Present entries for the Waiareka sale to-morrow include fat ewes, fat cows, and one dairy cow. Further entries are invited.

Boxing patrons are looking forward to the professional contest next Thursday night at the Opera House between Stan Jenkin (Oamaru) and "Tiger" Eddington (Timaru). Both boys have had good success as professionals, and the 12 three-minute rounds on Thursday should be packed with action. Excellent supporting bouts have also been arranged.