NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 23365, 3 December 1937, Page 12

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

(FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT)

DRAMATIC AND CHORAL WORK SPLENDID COMBINED PERFORMANCE It is seldom that a choir combines with a dramatic society in the presentation of an entertainment, but this was the case on Wednesday night, when the Oamaru Ladies’ Choir, under the conductorship of Mr Murray A. Fastier, was heard in conjunction with the Oamaru Little Theatre Society in a joint effort which had exceptionally tgood entertainment value, and one that 'deserved greater support from the general public. There was, however, a fair attendance, and, although the audience was a comparatively small one. its responses to the efforts of the performers were not lacking in enthusiasm. The programme was well interspersed with choral and dramatic work, and a fairly high standard was achieved by those taking part. The Oamaru ’Little Theatre Society’s part in the evening’s entertainment was the presentation of two one-act plays, while the ladies’ choir rendered two brackets of four numbers each, and there were also a trio and quartet. It is very gratifying to see two societie_s such as these coming together to display their artistry in choral and drama work, which was of such a contrast as to lend particularly pleasing variety to the combined effort. The programme opened with _ a bracket of numbers by the ladies’ choir, which made a particularly fine impression on the audience; so much so that the appreciative listeners were made all the more eager to hear what was to follow. For the opening numbers the choir sang “ Dawn ” (Carl Deiss), “Sapphic Ode” (Brahms), “Deep River” (Burleigh), and “Pilgrims’ Chorus” (Wagner), and it gave a good interpretation of each. There was a slight unevenness in balance, but generally the work of the choir was very clear, there being no noticeable harshness of tone. The next bracket to be given by the choir, which was the concluding item of the evening, comprised such numbers ,as “Rain” (Carl Deiss), “Go Down Moses" (Burleigh), “Summer’s Return” (Alec Rowley) and “A Perfect Day” (JacobsBond). Here again the excellent quality of the voices was well displayed, and strict attention was given to the producing of the right effect of tone gradations and introducing sympathy and colour into the various pieces in accordance with their particular characterisations. The concluding number, “A Perfect Day,” was perhaps one of the most popular of all, and in this the choir gave a very pleasing rendition. A notably high standard was achieved by the choir throughout, and. the members and the conductor, who had the choir well in hand, are to be congratulated on their splendid effort. In addition, good results were achieved by the selected voices taking part in the trio and quartet. Ye Banks and Braes ” (traditional) was Well sung by the trio comprising Miss Wylie, Mrs McGregor and Miss Hinkley. Although the possessors of strong voices, Mrs McGregor and Miss Hmkley were fairly successful in their efforts not to overshadow Miss Wylie, who, although having a soft voice, maintained a sweet and well-defined tone which was pleasing. Mrs McGregor was somewhat suppressed, and her real capabilities were lost, although in her solo work she made the most of her opportunity.. Miss Hinkley also sang pleasantly, although her words were not very clearly d6 Thebracket for the quartet included the numbers "Rose in the .Dud (Dorothy Forster) and Spinning Wheel Song” (Cuthbert-Harns), and these were delegates to Mesdames Glass, McCulloch, Rickman and Miss Miffer, to whom a good deal of credit is due in achieving a very fine result. All the voices blended well, although at times .there was a tendency for the sopranos to dominate the However, all the notes were clearly taken, and the four performers gave an excellent interpretation of the two numbers presented. Whatever public performances the Oamaru Little Theatre Society (or nerhans more Commonly known as tne Kr Pan Drama Club) presents, the public can always be assured of something outstanding m store for it, and it em safely be said that on no occasion so far has anyaudiencebeenin the least disappointed with the enter Sfnment proffded by ftivery toe and energetic society. The first piay to be presented was that vory humorous satire “ Cupid Rampant, by Percy Corry In this clever comedy a politi-

cal State in 19—? is pictured running at full blast, under an ultra-modern dictatorship. No one has a name, but lives, works, and loves under a number. The cast was as follows;—Unmarried female, Miss B. Butterfield: Sergeant Registrar, Mr R. D. H. Swindley; orderly, the Rev. B. Plumb: unmarried male, Mr C. Johnson; controller of the Creche, Miss A. Butterfield. This was a somewhat unusual and difficult play, but those taking part performed very creditably indeed, giving a particularly fine Portrayal their respective parts, so that the audience could easily follow the theme of the play. As Sergeant Registrar, Mr R. D. H. Swindley made his first public appearance, and he made the most of his part as the domineering and blustering sergeant, so as to achieve a position among the foremost players in the society. As was expected, Miss A. Butterfield gave a polished performance as controller of the Creche, achieving her effects both simply and naturally. Little fault could be found with the performance of the other players, all of whom were well cast. The producer was Mr A. F 'lrf complete contrast to the first play was the second presentation by this society, “The Distant Drum,’ by PhdiP Johnson, which was so well received m Dunedin at the dramatic festival held there earlier in the year. This play is a fine example of the more serious type of drama, and the performance was very satisfying indeed.. Its faome centres round the repercussions attendant on the infatuation of the son of a noble house for an adventuress. Lady Same is well acquainted with in_s woman’s character, and has nowishlo welcome her into the household. The outcome of the situation is_reveal ed in a well-concealed climax. The cast included the following:—-Alan Same Mr D. Findlay; Olive Siddall, Mr a G. Restieaux; Lady Same, Mrs R. A. McDowell; Lord Same Mr A. F. Woodgate; Michael Kinnerley, Mr J. D. South. The part of Olive Siddall was to have been taken by Mrs Colin Ciark, but owing to an indisposition Restieaux was called on at the last moment to take her part. Mrs Restieaux, therefore, had to read most of uer part, which, although rather a handicap. did not detract m any way from her finished performance. Although she must have felt strange to her role, there was hardly any evidence of this in her well-controlled acting, which was not in any way over-done. In her role as the pompous Lady Same, Mrs R A. McDowell displayed a rare sense of the correct atmosphere for this part, and her gestures, movements and speech conveyed volumes. Mr D. Findlay, and also Mr J. L. South, gave themselves well to their respective parts, while Mr A. F. Woodgate was well cast as Lord Same. The producer of this play was Mr X. C. McDonald, and the stage manager Miss C. Lane. Throughout both plays there was a clarity of speech which was satisfying, while the stage management and production were genuinely good. Altogether the programme was very attractive, and made a decided appeal to those present. KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS “KATHLEEN MAVOURNEEN" Irish settings, Irish wit, Irish songs and dances, and a beautiful Irish Colleen, played by Sally O’Neill, have been cleverly woven into a delightful picture under the title of ‘ Kathleen Mavourneen,” which shows at the Majestic Theatre finally to-night. Sally plays the role of Kathleen O’Moore, a lovely Irish Colleen, who returns to her native land after having grown up in the Liverpool slums, Ths picture is a rare blend of comedy, music, romance, and drama, and there are many thrilling moments, including a big horse race and a rescue at sea. Tom Burke, the Irish tenor, appears as a singing stevedore who l°ves_ Sally, but gives her up when he finds that she is really in love with a young Irish landlord. Burke sings a number of songs, including the ever-popu-lar “Kathleen Mavourneen,” The Dear Little Shamrock,” and Eileen Alannah.” The comedy is supplied by Lucan and McShane, that popular team which has toured the world. Others in the cast are Jack Daly, Saga Allgood, Denis O’Neill, and Pat Noonan. Plans are at the Bristola until 5 p.m., and at the theatre from 6.30 p.m. “SHALL WE DANCE” Blending romance, melody, dancing, and laughter, “ Shall We Dance,” showing at the Majestic to-morrow afternoon and night, the new Fred AstaireGinger Roger musical film is said to hit a new high standard in screen entertainment. The two stars present three dances together, one of them a highly-unique roller skating number. Others include a solo dance by Astaire in time to the whirling machinery of an ocean liner’s engine room, another solo in a finale, a sparkling duet dance by Astaire and Harriet Hoctor, America’s foremost ballet artiste, and a solo number by Miss Hoctor, as well as a group of novel ensemble dances specially created for the picture. Edward Everett Horton is also in the cast. BOWLING AWAMOA LADIES’ CLUB Results of club competitions:— Singles.—Mrs Stringer 33 beat Mrs Murray 7 Miss McCorkindale 17 beat Mrs Wright 14, Mrs Gerrie 15 beat Mrs Stewart 13. Mrs Kennedy 19 beat Miss Smyth 9, Mrs Sorley 26 beat Mrs Asher 9, Mrs Stichman 20 beat Mrs Black 13. , Club Pairs. —Mesdames A. Brooker and Kennedy 26 beat Mrs Wilier and Miss Watson 10, Mesdames G. Brooker and Stichman 29 beat Mesdames Terry and Ingram 12, Mesdames Black and Sorley 23 beat Mesdames Pile and Stringer 11, Mesdames Murray and Stewart 22 beat Mesdames Watson and Gerrie 14; Miss McCorkindale and Mrs Wright 14 beat Mrs Asher and Miss Cowan 13. . Championship Pairs. Mesdames Stringer and Sorley 27 beat Mesdames Gerrie and Kennedy 18. Misses McCorkindale and Watson 31 beat Mesdames Pile and Stewart 8. Mesdames Tomkins and Rusbatch 27 beat Mesdames Black and Asher 4. . Rinks—Mesdames Terry, Stewart. Ingram, Kennedy 17 beat Mesdames A. Brooker, Ingram, Miss McCorkindale Mrs Stichman 12; Mesdames Black. Murray. Stringer, Sorley 24 beat Mesdames Asher, Hendy, Miss Watson, Mrs Rusbatch 14; Mesdames Pile, Weir. Gerrie, Miss Cowan 22 beat Mesdames G. Brooker, Watson. Wright, Lee 18. PERSONAL New Club Hotel.—Mr J. Christie. Mr K K. Begg, Mr C, Hampton, Mr S. T Thornton (Wellington), Mr E. T. Kenny, Mr R. Pilkmgton. Miss R. Snragg Mr P. H. B. Stephenson, Mr E. Berry Mr R. J. Fife, Mr W. A. Ring (Christchurch), Mr H. Anderson Mr B A Murphy (Auckland), Mr M. F. Memes, Mr C. O. Mathias, Mr R. Carrol (Dunedin).

HERBERT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

LAWN TENNIS NOTES

SATURDAY'S PLAY

INDUCTION OF REV. J. FREEMAN A large congregation assembled in the Herbert Presbyterian Church to take part in the dignified ordination ceremony of the Presbyterian Church, the occasion being the ordination and induction of the Rev. John Freeman, formerly of Timaru, as pastoral oversight of the congregation. The Rev. A. R. Chisholm (moderator of the Oamaru Presbytery) occupied the chair, and the presbytery was represented by about 10 members. The Rev. J. Bates preached on a suitable text, and the Rev. H. O. Bowman narrated the steps leading up to the induction of the Rev. Mr Freeman. After the usual questions were answered satisfactorily, presbytery, by laying on hands, ordained Mr Freeman to the holy ministry, and the brethren extended to him the right hand of fellowship. The Rev. John M. McKenzie gave the charge to the newly-inducted minister, and the Rev. S. D. Baird addressed the congregation. After the introduction of Mr and Mrs Freeman to the congregation an adjournment was made to the Public Hall for the welcome social. The hall was crowded to capacity, and the Rev. H. O. Bowman, who presided, extended a hearty welcome to the new minister and his wife. Congratulatory telegrams were received from the Revs. P. C. Rennie, E. E. Andrews, A. Begg, and also from the South Canterbury Bible Class Union.

During the evening the choir rendered several pleasing vocal items. On behalf of the session and the Congregation, Mr J. Rodman gave the guests of the evening a warm welcome, as also did Mr Beckingsale for the Board of Managers. Mr J. Ross (Sunday school and Bible classes), Mrs Campbell for the P.W.M.U., and Messrs Robertson and McDonald for the Kakanui branch of the congregation. Addresses of welcome were also delivered by the local clergy—the Revs. A. R. Chisholm, J. Cawley (representing the Presbytery of Oamaru), the Rev. A. W. Stace (Anglican churches) and Captain Ferguson (Salvation Army)—followed by an interesting lecture by the Rev.' K. Crump. „ , To all the addresses of welcome, the Rev. J. Freeman replied in terms of grateful thanks, Mr Ross then made a presentation to the retiring interim moderator, the Rev. H. O. Bowman, in recognition of his services during the vacancy, Mr Bowman suitably acknowledging the gift. Dr Trotter moved a comprehensive vote of thanks, and the ladies successfully catered for the large gathering. A very enjoyable function concluded with the Doxology.

Lawn tennis players have been particularly fortunate this season as far as the weather is concerned, and, though the drought brings many complaints from the farmers, it has certainly proved a boon to tennis enthusiasts. It will be remembered that at about this time last season matches had to be postponed time and again owing to wet weather, and as a consequence a lot of interest was lost in the competition. This year, however, the weather has been fine for every Saturday, and so far the competition has not been interrupted. Last Saturday was no exception, being a beautifully fine day and almost too hot tor P The feature of the matches on Saturday was the good showing put up, by the youthful Columba team agamst Meadowbank, by which team they were defeated by 9 matches to 6. Oamaru and Awamoa B also had a fairly even battle, the for FJ® r h eventually coming put on top by iu matches to 6. Waimate found little difficulty in accounting for Awamoa B, the Oamaru players oruy obtaining on in m the h 'Columba v. Meadowbank match neither team was at full strength, Columba being without the services of J. Bendy, while Miss . D Miller and H. Bore were botli missing from the Meadowbank ranks. In thl top game in the Men’s Singles W. Liddell turned on exceUent tennis to defeat Meadowbank s top Langley, fairly easily in straight sets. LiddelLwas playing exceptionallywell, Langley McWMrter was more evenly contested South drove well to secure the first set 6 and then took the next by the odd hard-fought niatclf McDonald finally fell a victim to Rustbatch s un Rutherford 6-4, The mi decided +v,p two top ladies was oeciueu in a duel. Miss Forrest evenS between Langley and South and Liddell and McWhfrter. the Columba nair started off weakly to lose the first set 2—6. Bowever, they improved considerably, taking the remaining two lit r-S 6—o. In the other match Bendy and Rusbatch also won in the last two sets. A victory to each club in the Ladies Doubles left the score still even but Meadowbank took the three completed matches m the Mixed Doubles to come out on top. Playing on the Waimate courts, the horn! team had a walk-over victory sver Awamoa B. McKenzie easily outclassed L. Walton, who. on y managed to secure two games m the two set match In the second match, however, Ferguson provided sterner opposition to J Liddell, and took the match to three sets, Liddell finally winning 6—3, k g 6 —4 The duel between Barsdell knd McDonald was even doser Barsdell won the first set 6—5, but during the second he broke his racket, and. playing with a borrowed one. Icst the set 5—3 and the next one 2—6. Reid suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of Samways. Miss Nixon was the. only Awamoa lady to put up any opposition, being’cfosely defeat by Mi SS Gry«s q_7 The remaining three yismng ladies fell easy victims to their Waimate opponents. Awamoa’s only win came in the Women’s Doubles. Misses £ and Melville defeating Misses Price and Grylls by the narrow margin of one game. The only Mixed Doubles game played was won by McKenzie and Miss Bollamby over Walton and M The S Oamaru v. Awamoa A match resulted in a good struggle the surprise of the match being the fairly easy defeat of Feathers at the hands nf Green Green took both sets 6 3. This player is certainly a welcome asset to North Otago tennis circles, and seems a certainty for the representative team this year. McDougall’s courtcraft was too much for steadiness, and the latter lost to North Otago’s top man fa—4, 6—4. After losing the first set. Giffin took the next two to defeat Stevens. Campbell lost to Glass after a long three-set match, the scores being 3 —6, 6—4, 46. In the Ladies’ Singles, Miss Romans drove and volleyed crisply to beat Miss Donaldson with the loss of only four games. Mrs Bradley dropped the second set to Miss Corrigal after winning the first 6—3. Miss Corrigal finished strongly to take the third set 6—4 Misses Gunn and Anderson both had easy wins. Playing against Green and Glass, McDougall and Feathers were taken to 10 games before they won the opening set, but only lost one game in the second. Stevens and Familton won the second match. In the Doubles, the Awamoa ladies met with much more success, taking both matches. One of them, however, was very close, Misses Shayle-George and Armstrong beating Misses Gunn and Anderson by one game. The Mixea Doubles resulted in one match going to Awamoa and three to Oamaru, giving the latter team victory by four sets.

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SCHOOL CRICKET

WAITAKI V. ST. KEVIN’S The annual match between the Waitaki Boys’ High School and St. Kevin s College was played on the School ground. St, Kevin’s won the toss, and batted on a batsman’s wicket, with the outfield very fast. Graham at 12 was thrown out by Tilbury, but Burns ano O’Brien took the score to 137 _ runs before Burns was nicely caught in the slips off Cameron. The partnership had put on 125 runs in 65 minutes Burns hit 10 4’s, and his driving was good. O’Brien was bowled by Tilbury when the board read 143 runs, his total of 68 including seven 4’s and a 6. The rest of the team did not offer much resistance to the bowling, and the innings closed for 181 runs. Cameron, a medium-fast left-hander, bowled well for Waitaki, taking four wickets for 38 runs. At stumps Waitaki had lost five wickets for 207 runs, made in 111 minutes. In spite of a bad start—two wickets were down for 11 runs—Mee and Andrew, and later Tilbury and Mee, were aggressive. Mee played a fine innings for 88, including 12 4’s, which occupied 96 minutes. Andrew made 39 runs and Tilbury 47, each taking 36 minutes for his score. Burns, a fast, swinging bowler, and Gladstone, an accurate medium bowler were the mainstay of the St. Kevin’s attack.

On the second day Waitaki carried the score to 338 for the loss of eight wickets, when the innings was declared closed. Hay and Houghton, who were not out at stumps on the first day, took their scores to 46 and 13 respectively. Robertson added 25, and Mclntyre and King were undefeated with 55 and 13 respectively. St. Kevin’s in the second strike had lost two wickets for 22 runs at the tea adjournment. Light, drizzling rain made conditions rather unpleasant. . , . St. Kevin’s played out time, losing nine wickets for 162 runs. A good stand was made by McKone, who scored 45 runs. St. Kevin’s thus staved off an innings defeat, Waitaki winning on the first innings. Scores: — ST. KEVIN’S First Innings O’Brien, b Tilbury 68 Graham, run out * Burns, c Houghton, b Cameron .. ■ 54 A. Marshall, Ibw, b Cameron .. 0 D. Marshall, b Tilbury I Morris, st King, b Houghton .. .. 14 McClean, b Tilbury 7 Gladstone, b Cameron 9 McKone, b Cameron 3 C. Hally, Ibw, b Robertson .. .. 4 M. Hally, not out i Extras 16 Total ..181 Bowling Analysis.—Cameron, 4 wickets for 35 runs; Houghton, 1 for 34; Tilbury, 3 for 54; Robertson, 1 for 7; Watson, none for 15; Mee, none for 17. Second Innings O’Brien, c Mclntyre, b Watson .. 17 Graham, c King, b Watson .. .. 0 Burns, c and b Cameron .... 5 D. Marshall, c and b Robertson .. 20 A. Marshall. Ibw, b Robertson .. 20 Norris, st King, b Robertson .. •• 5 McLean, b Blakeley .. .. .. 25 Gladstone, b Robertson 5 McKone, c Wilson, b Blakeley .. 45 C. Hally, not out .. 8 M. Hally, not out 4 Extras • • .... 8 Total for nine wickets .. 162 Bowling Analysis.—Watson took two wickets for 29 runs; Cameron, one for 42; Houghton, none for 19; Robertson four for 41; Tilbury, none for 11; Blakeley, two for 12. WAITAKI First Innings Mee, c Gladstone, b Hally .. .. 88 Watson, Ibw, b Bums .... .. 5 Blakeley, st Marshall, b Gladstone 3 Andrew, b Bums 39 Tilbury, c Graham, b Hally .. .. 47 Hay, b Burns • • •• 46 Houghton, st Marshall, b Hally .. 13 Robertson, b Gladstone 25 Mclntyre, not out • • 55 King, not out .... .. .. .. 13 Extras • • 4 Total for eight wickets (declared .. • • 338 Bowling: Burns took three wickets for 107 runs; Gladstone, two for 67; Norris, none for 48; Hally, three for 101; D. Marshall, none for 11. PORT OF OAMARU High Water. —December 3: 3.5 a.m. and 3.25 p.m. The Waxnui will load at Oamaru on Monday, December 13, for Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne. The Waipiata, from Auckland, is now due here to-day, and loads only for Auckland and Timaru. The Union Company’s intercolonial freighter Karetu was expected to sail from Sydney on Monday for South Island ports, including Oamaru. The Kaimai replaces the Waipahi on the Wellington-Nelson-New Plymouth service. This vessel is scheduled to load on Monday, December 6, for Wellington, completing for Nelson and New Plymouth. GENERAL NEWS The vital statistics for Oamaru for November are: Births 14, deaths 15, marriages 7. “ , Yesterday morning light misty .rain fell over practically the whole of North Otago, but the fall was intermittent, though becoming steadier during the afternoon. It would require several davs of such light rain to be really beneficial to the district, and there seemed to be every prospect of a continuance overnight. . Intending exhibitors at the annual summer flower show are reminded that entries close on Monday next at noon, with florists or the secretary. At a general meeting of members of the Excelsior Football Club, which was held on Wednesday night in order to decide whether the club would celebrate its fiftieth jubilee during next season, it was unanimously decided that the celebrations should be held, and a strong committee was set up to go into the matter. The rainfall recorded by Mr W. S. D. Trotter at “Te Awa,” Hillgrove, for November was 68 points, and for the 11 months of the year 17.29 inches. NEW MOTOR AMBULANCE FUND

SWIMMING OAMARU CLUB The 100 Yards Freestyle Handicap of the Vice-president’s Cup series resulted as follows: „ . , „ First heat: R. Brown (4sec) 1, S. Miller (scr) 2. C. Beattie (ssec) 3. Time, 76 l-ssec . Second heat: O. Davies (scr) 1, R. McLaren (scr) 2. J. Watson (4sec) 3. Time, 77 2-ssec. , „ . - Final: R. McLaren 1. O. Davies 2, S. Miller 3. J Watson finished first in 73sec, a touch ahead of R. Brown, but both were disqualified by the handicapper.

JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

ANNUAL SWIMMING SPORTS The annual swimming sports of the Waitaki Boys’ Junior High School were held yesterday afternoon, providing many keen contests. The championship was won by J. C. Martyn by a margin of one nomt from R. G. Barrett, with I. Forbes In third place. Results: 33 1-3 Yards Championship.—Barrett 1, Martyn 2, Forbes 3. Time, 21 l-ssec. 33 1-3 Yards Open Handicap—First heat: Adams 1. C. Livingstone 2. Second heat; Cameron 1, G. Stephens 2. Third heat: Easton 1, McLeod 2. Fourth heat: N. Campbell 1, Ireland 2. Final; N. Campbell 1, C. Livingstone 2, Adams 3. Time, 29 3-ssec. Learners’ Race.—First division: K. Campbell 1. McKellar 2. Clifton 3. Second division: Drabble 1, A. G. Altcheson 2, Widdowson 3. 66 2-3 Yards Championship: Martyn 1, Barrett 2, Forbes 3. Time, 52sec. 33 1-3 Yards Breaststroke Handicap. —First heat: H. McKenzie 1, B. Meikle 2, Macfle 3. Second heat: Cameron 1, Grimmitt 2, A. John 3. Third heat: Ireland 1, R. Wilson 2, Lightwood 3. Final: B. Meikle 1, H. McKenzie 2, R. Wilson 3. Time, 30 4-ssec. 33. 1-3 Yards Breaststroke Championship.—Forbes 1, Presland 2, Barrett 3, Time. 30 l-ssec. Candle Race. —Minty 1, Adams 2, Macfie 3. 33 1-3 Yards Backstroke Handicap.— Mathieson 1. Stanley 2, R. J. Lowery 3. 100 Yards Open Handicap.—Adams 1, R. J. Lowery 2, B. Meikle 3. Time, Imin 54 4-ssec. Long Plunge.—Livingstone 1, Lobb 2, Ingles 3. Distance, 33ft 6in. 100 Yards Championship.—Martyn 1, Barrett 2, Stanley 3. Time, Imin 66 2-3 Yards Open Handicap.—First heat: Adams 1, Ireland 2. Second heat: N. Campbell 1. Final: N. Campbell I. Adams 2, Ireland 3. Time, Imin 12 Open Dive—Barrett 1, Houghton 2, Nightingale 3. , 66 2-3 Yards Breaststroke Handicap. —First heat: H. McKenzie 1. Inglis 2, Ireland 3. Second heat: B. Meikle 1. Lightwood 2, Nightingale 3. Final: H. McKenzie 1, Ingles 2, Nightingale 3, Time, Imin 15sec. House Relay.—Reid House 1, Miller House 2, Parr House 3. . Junior High School Championship —J. C. Martyn (13 points) 1, K. G. Barrett (12 points) 2, I. Forbes (9 PO House Points.—Reid 1. Parr 2, Miller 3. KUROW Waitaki Cricket Association The annual meeting of the Waitaki Cricket Association was held at Duntroon on November 25. Delegates were present from Ngapara (Messrs Ericson and McCulloch) 9 OtekaikG (Messrs J. Adams and Harrison), and Kurow (Messrs W. Grainger, A. Stephens, and L. Worthington). Mr J. Adams was elected chairman and Mr A. Stephens secretary. It was decided to hold a competition between the three clubs represented, the first of three rounds having been commenced last Saturday. The eight-ball over has been adopted, and the hours of play are from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. The sub-association has decided to affiliate with the North Otago Cricket Association. ■ ' , The following is the draw for the first round of the competition:—December 4: Ngapara v. Otekaike, at Ngapara; Kurow a bye, December 11: Kurow v. Otekaike, at Otekaike; Ngapara a bye. December 18: Ngapara v. Kurow, at Ngapara; Otekaike a bye. January 8: Otekaike v. Ngapara, at Otekaike; Kurow a bye. January 15: Kurow v. Otekaike, at Kurow; Ngapara a bye. The following points system has been adopted:—Straight-out win, six points; win on first innings, four points (and two points to loser); draw, three points each.'

Kurow Cricket Club The weather was fine for the first match of the competition held at Kurow on Saturday last, between Kurow and Ngapara. Kurow batted first and made 87 (A. Stephens 29, A. Gourley 21, G. W. Cogger 10). Ngapara replied with 91 runs (N. Newlands 21. T. Holmes 20 not out, J. McCulloch 16). In the second innings Kurow made 62 (A. Steven 11, A. Gourley 10), and Ngapara 29 (N. Newlands 15). The match resulted in a six-point win for Kurow. Bowling for Ngapara in the first innings J. O’Brien took three wickets for 20, A. Eckhold five for 25, and bowling for Kurow in the first innings A Stephens took four for 17, W. Grainger three for 30. In Ngapara’s second innings J. O’Brien took seven wickets for eight runs, and in Kurow’s second innings W. Grainger took six for 14 and T. D. Collins four for 14. Kurow Golf Club On Saturday last, on the. Kurow links, the last round of the Championship was played for the Cameron Cup. After a close game Mrs W. Robinson won the match, and was pre ■ sented with the trophy. Waitaki Lawn Tennis Sub-association The following are the players selected for the representative lawn tennis team to play North Otago to-morrow: McKinnon, Maude, Pavletich, Collins, Walker, McKinnon, Misses Brewer, Sumpter, McKinnon, Walker, Welsh, McAughtrie.

Amount previously acknowledged • • • • • • £450 15 4 Collected by W.U.D’.U. — Miss Rita Falls .. •• 4 10 Miss Isabel McGimpsey z u 0 Miss Ella Gibson .. •• 1 11 0 Miss Merle Francis 1 17 6 Miss Rosetta Ward 0 10 6 Mrs Cameron (Herbert) .. “X Y Z” “Anonymous” ■■ • • •• Mrs J Munro (Otekaike) “ H. N.” ...... Oamaru Mail list l u 1 0 0 10 0 10 0 2 40 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 £504 9 10