NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 23369, 8 December 1937, Page 13

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

(FROM • OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT)

CRICKET ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE MEETING At the fortnightly meeting of the executive of-the North Otago Cricket Association, Mr C. Zimmerrnann occupied the chair; in the absence of the president (Mr M.S. Holmes). The Southland Association wrote agreeing to -play a -match against a North OtagO team on December 31 and January 1, providing arrangements could be made with Timaru and Ashburton for suitable dates at Christmas time. The Otago Association wrote confirming December 25 and 27 for a match at Dunedin, play to commence at 2 pm. on Christmas Day and at 10.30 a.m. on Boxing Day. The selectors were requested to have the names of. the players selected for the Dunedin match published this week. , . A letter was also received from the Otago Association in connection witn " country week," and it was. decided to hold the matter over until a later meetwas granted theWaitaki Boys' High? School, to Play. Matches against the Southland-High,,School on December 17 and 18.. - It was decided to close the Third Grade competition until after the school vacation, on the completion of the third round next Saturday. The draw for Saturday is as follows: — Seniors.—School v. Albion; at School; Oamaru v. Union,.;,at SchooU- „ v. Albion at King George's Park:; .Oamaru v.bt.- Kevin s, at School; School Bv; School A< at C Third Grade—School A \. v. St. Kevin's B, at School:, SUKevins: A V. St. Kevin's B. at Redcastle. ■; ,i SWIMMING CARNIVAL' The Oamaru Amateur Swimming Club will hold its first carnival-of the season on Saturday next at the MunidpT&aths. The: club is enjoy ng a very successful season, and the average v s tandard of swimming has probably never been, higher, *o that the racing will be keen amCfull of interest. .•.'■.>.-„'.'-';>? ; 'v ';■• ' The chief litems on. the: 'programme are two of the. McCulloch Gup series of scratch races amongst, representatives of the club, Waitaki and St. Kevin's, but the interclub handicaps should also reveal a high standard of swimming. There are good entries, including outside swimmers. The usual boys and girls' races will conclude the programme, together With diving and relay races

LAWN TENNIS SOUTHERN SUB-ASSOCIATION In a very closely contested match, Maheno defeated Weston by 9 sets to 7, the games being even, 88 each. Results (Maheno names first): — Men's Singles.—C. Clark 9, J. Sim 6; H. Souness 8, B. Halkett 9; C. Gudsell 4, O. Laney 9; W. Currie 9. A. Brown 4. Women's Singles.—Mrs Gorinski 7, Mirs Halkett 5; Miss B. Dewar 7. Miss Falloon 3; Miss M. Dewar 3, Miss E. Diver 7; Miss A. Orr 7, Miss Weaver 4. Men's Doubles. —Clark and Souness 7, Sim and Halkett 4; Gudsell and Currie 3, Laney and Brown 7. Women's Doubles.—Mrs Gorinski and Miss B. Dewar 7, Mrs Halkett and Miss ■Falloon 2; Misses M. Dewar and A. Orr 0, Misses E. Diver and Weaver 7. Mixed Doubles.—Clark and Mrs Gorinski 7, Sim and Mrs Falloon 4; Souness and Miss B. Dewar 2, Mr and Mrs Halkett 7; Gudsell and Miss M. Dewar 1, Laney and Miss Diver 7; Currie and Miss A. Orr 7. Brown and Miss Weaver 3. Totals: Maheno,. 9 sets (88 games): Weston, 7 sets (88 games). MANCHESTER UNITY N.G. Brd. G. E. Hollands presided over a good attendance of members at the fortnightly meeting of the Loyal Oamaru Lodge. Two new mmebers were initiated into the Order. E.S. Bro. E. Dawson gave a progress report on the recent meeting of the united Friendly Societies' Picnic Committee, and several brethren reported on the sick and distressed of the Order. The annual report and balance sheet "of the United Friendly Societies' Dispensary. Was read. '■• 'LOYAL STAR OF THE NORTH .v-'V^vV-v■„.-■•■;■ .LODGE- : The usual fortnightly meeting: of the Loyal Star of the North Lodge was held on- Monday evening, Sis. J. A. Hood presiding over a. fair attendance of • members. ~ Accounts amounting to 10s were passed' for payment; The resignation of Bro. R. Chase as auditor of the lodge was accepted with regret. Sisters Kidd, Davey, Jehkin, and' Sherwin reported,on the sick and distressed of the Order, An invitation was received from the Loyal Oamaru Lodge to. attend . the installation of officers and a social evening, to be held on December 16. i Sisters Hood and Roberts reported on their recent ''visit to Loyal Victoria Lodge, Milton. During the evening . a degree was conferred by P.G. Bro. Couper. The N.G. intimated that the installation of officers would be held on next lodge night.

OAMARU HARBOUR BOARD

MAGISTRATE'S COURT

MONTHLY MEETING The monthly meting of the Oamaru Harbour Board was held yesterday morning. Present: Messrs R. K. Ireland (chairman), J. A. Macpherson, R. Milligan, E. S. Brewster, J. A. Duncan, A. Mclnnes, C. J. Marshall, A. N. Hayes, and J. S. Adams. . Mr G. A. Lee (consulting enginner) reported on the.condition of a steam shovel at Wellsford, and recpmmendea its purchase from the Public Works Department for £4oo—The engineers recommendation was acted on. The Otago Harbour Board advised that it had arranged for the return ol the derrick lent by the Oamaru Board. —Received. , The Joint Council of the Order of St. John and the Red Cross Society solicited a contribution to the Far East Relief Fund.—lt was agreed to contribute £lO. , The North Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Association wrote thanking the board for the remission of rates.— Received. - .. M ■ The Friendly Bay Improvement Society applied for permission to hold the annual gala on January 29 Granted. ' , „ In a further letter,, Mr Lee dealt with the present construction of the mole by the end tip method. { This, he said, had been discussed with. the Public Works Department officers. It was explained to them that it was proposed to begin the work on this system, and so save the timber staging work, but if experience proved that the system was unsuitable it was decided then that they could revert to the staging. The department thought that the end tip method would cause a scour in the sea bed around the end of the wall, thereby increasing the depth of the water into which the stone was deposited, but on its being pointed out that the bottom was not scourable, they agreed with this suggestion. It might be mentioned that where stone was deposited on a sandy bottom the seas caused a very considerable scour at the end of the wall. To overcome this to a minimum, trestling was built so that an apron of stone could be laid ahead of the work, and so protect the bottom. The only difference in the design of the wall by adopting the present method was that instead of the wall being brought up to a level of six feet above high water, it was being carried up to a level of the trestle work, such height being required to carry the rail track. Mr Lee suggested that the "board should advise the Marine Department of the results obtained with the present construction.—The letter was approved, and Mr Lee was empowered to interview the Marine Department when he was next in Wellington. 'The Harbour Boards' Employers' Union wrote regarding retrospective pay, advising that it was decided that such pay based upon the standard weekly hours of work should be sranted5 ranted by. harbour boards, as from uly 1, 1937.—Received. The union also wrote stating that Mr Marshall had drawn attention to the hours of work set out in the Conciliation Council's recommendations for the harbour master's staff at Oamaru, and desired to have them amended so that they would be similar to the hours fixed at Timaru. It was too late to amend the recommendations, but the matter had been taken up with the secretary of the Employers' Union, who agreed to the matter being referred to the local Disputes Committee at Oamaru.—Received. i

Messrs Richardson, McCabe, and Co. advised that the Karetu would bring timber and piles, in accordance with the board's contract.-r-Received.

It was agreed that all works would be closed down for two weeks during the Christmas' and New Year period, employees to receive full pay during this time.

The Employment . Bureau advised that the additional' sum of £396 had been provided, for the employment of 12 men, authorised Up to January 29. A further £36 was apparently required, and advice would be sent when approval was to hand. —Received. Accounts amounting to £2282 2s were passed for payment. .' ■lt towas- agreed to invite Mr Lee to attend,'the. next meeting of the board in order to report on the quarry. SHIPPING RETURN The harbourmaster (Captain H. S. Cox) reported that- the inward and .outward shipping for the month of November had been 1 intercolonial and 11 coastal steamers, of. a total net registered tonnage of 8922, compared with 1 intercolonial and 12 coastal steamers, of a total net registered tonnage of 9650, for the corresponding month of last year. As this was the last meeting for the year, the chairman extended sea-, sonal greetings to the members, staff and the press. The greetings wero reciprocated. SECRETARY'S REPORT

The secretary (Mr T. J., Guthrie) reported that 38 men were employed during the month on the breakwater works, 1918 J tons of stone being deposited on the Ramsay extension, and 15 tons taken by the Oamaru Borough Council, while 5495 J tons of rubble were placed on the foreshore. J\o. 16 tunnel was fired on November 5, with not very satisfactory results, and No 17 tunnel in the north face of the point auarry was commenced on November 29 Nos. 13 and 14 tunnels were laid bare, and endeavours were made to clean them out, with the idea of recharging, but unfortunately the rock was too broken to allow the tunnellers past the 12-foot mark, and arrangements were being made to clear a way for a tunnel in the corner to the left of No. 14 tunnel face, to bring down the spur in the north face of the west quarry, and also to endeavour to release No. 14 tunnel face Jumper holes were being driven on the top of No. 13 tunnel face to bring it down to a workable level, for the steam shovel to root out the balance of the face. Repairs to Sumpter wharf were commenced on November 8. Noxious w on the reclamation were receiyine attention, and a general clean-up around the foreshore was being carried out, the cleaning of Harbour street and sidings having been completed. Snipping for November was as follows the figures for November, 1936, bdng shown in parentheses:-Coastal: Inwards, 338 (476); outwards, 1265 (1039). Overseas: Inwards, 307 (249), outwards, nil (nil). . The report was received.

CHILDREN'S WELFARE ASSOCIATION GIFTS FOR HEALTH CAMP The committee of the North Otago rhiiHrpn's Welfare Association kindly acknowledges following gifts to the he Mrs H S M P: Patrick (gramophone and sundries) Mrs C. W. McKenzie (two jerseys) Mrs H. Familton (jersey) Mrs DL Patterson (steam cooker), Clark's Mill ng Company (flour -bags). Ireland and Co (flour bags), Mr Weir (packing) Mrs J. D § Familton (kitchen rpmiisites) Mrs Beardsmore (two bath cutlery, and sundries)., Messrs Robertson and Co (material) Te Awhina Brownie Pack (quilt and story books) Mrs J. McDonald (blankets and crockery), Mrs Miys (jam, crockery, and kitchen sundries) Mrs Hinkley (blankets and cutlery), Messrs Cayford and D. Tait (carting), Mrs A. Clarke crockery, jam, and sundries) Mrs Simpson (cutlery and crockery), Mesdames Spite, Domigan Fraser, Davis, Alexander Robertson, W Donaldson. Maude W F. Williams. Mathieson, Miss Lindsay, Messrs Milligan and Bond (crockery).

OBITUARY

INTOXICATED IN CHARGE OF CAR The weekly sitting of the Oamaru Magistrate's Court was opened yesterday afternoon before Mr H. W. Bundle, S.M. Senior Sergeant McGregor appeared for the police. Herbert Symon was charged with being intoxicated while in charge of a car on December 5, with negligently driving a car so as to cause considerable damage to a telegraph pole, and, further, with driving a car without a warrant of fitness. The defendant, who was represented by Mr R. D. H. Swindley, pleaded guilty to the first two charges and not guilty to the third. Senior Sergeant McGregor said that at 1 a.m. on December 5 Symbn was driving up Eden street; when he collided with a telegraph pole on the wrong side of the road. The defendant had his younger brother with him, and when.the police arrived they were both found to be intoxicated. Dr Butler had certified the defendant to be in a state of intoxication. The telegraph poles had been damaged to the extent of £9. George C. Dennison said he had inspected the damaged car and had found a mechanical defect in the steering gear, which would cause the wheels to wobble. ~ ... Dr E. S. Stubbs gave evidence that he examined Symon at about 1.50 a.m. on December 5 and, although he formed the opinion that he was under the influence of drink, witness was somewhat surprised not to find him more drunk. The smell of drink was not very noticeable. Symon's judgment had no doubt been impaired, and he, was not in a fit state to drive a Mr Bundle said he would account the defect in the steering wheel of the car, but the fact remained that the defendant was found m a state of intoxication while in charge of a car after a collision had occurred. The defendant was convicted and fined £lO, with medical expenses (£1 Is), and was allowed three weeks in which to pay half the amount.and a further week to pay the balance, a condition being that he reported twice weekly to the police. His licence was suspended for 12 months. On the other charge of damaging a pole, the defendant was ordered to make good the damage of £9. He,was convicted and discharged on the charge of not having a warrant of fitness for his car ARREARS OF MAINTENANCE Herbert Symon was charged with the disobedience of a maintenance order, the arrears amounting to £3O Is lOd. The accused was convicted and sentenced to one month's imprisonment, the warrant to be suspended if he paid £1 forthwith and 10s weekly until the amount was paid. He was ordered to report any change of address. DELIVERY OF RIFLE ; The police proceeded against E. C. Bloomfield,' of Maerewhenua, on charges of delivering a .22 repeating rifle to a person who was not entitled to it, and also failing to give notice of his change of address from Lumsden. Mr R. D. H. Swindley appeared for the defendant, who pleaded guilty. The defendant was convicted' and fined 10s, with costs (10s), on the first charge, and convicted and discharged on the second. RIDING WITHOUT LIGHTS Alexander Symon was fined ss, with costs (10s), for riding a bicycle without lights. FISHING WITHOUT A LICENCE W. S. McCarroll, ranger for the Waitaki Acclimatisation Society, proceeded against Bryan W. Nixon on a charge of fishing in the Kakanui River without a licence. Mr H. J. S. Grater represented the society. The defendant was fined 10s, with costs (10s). MAINTENANCE ORDER Ena Frances Madsen (Mr H. J. S. Grater) asked for separation, maintenance, and guardianship orders against Samuel Charles Madsen (Mr R. D. H. Swindley). ~ • Mr 'Bundle said he would not make an order for separation or guardianship, but would make an order for maintenance at the rate of £1 per week, with 10s each for two children. WAIAREKA SALE SMALL YARDINGS There were rather small yardings.at the weekly stock sale held at the Waiareka sale yards yesterday. There was a fair yarding of beef cattle, but the quality was only medium. Prices for sheep were down about Is per head. There was a medium yarding of pigs, and prices remained the same as last week. FAT CATTLE The New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company sold: For a client, 1 cow £2 15s, 1 £4 2s 6d, 2 vealers £1 10s. «r„„i Dalgety and Co. sold: For C. Woolstein, 1 cow £3 ss. The National Mortgage and Agency Company sold: For W H. Harvey (Weston), 2 heifers, £8 12s 6d. The North Otago Farmers' Co-opera-tive Association sold: For a client, 1 steer £7 10s; Mrs E. G. Kennedy (Windsor), 1 cow £5 ss; H.-S. Lewthwaite (Chelmer street). 1 cow £6 ss, 1 steer £7 ss. Wright, Stephenson and Co. sold. For a client, 1 cow £7 10s, 1 heifer £2 4s. STORE CATTLE The North Otago Farmers' Co-opera-tive Association sold: For S. McGook"! (Airedale), 1 cow and calf, £3, Mr Fulton (Totara), 2 steers £5, 1 heifer £3, 1 £2 10s. FAT SHEEP Wright, Stephenson and Co. sold: For a client, 8 ewes 14s, 4125; a client. 4 ewes 16s; W. B. Harvey (Island Clifl), 8 ewes 15s 6d, 5 12s 6d, 9 15s 9d The National Mortgage and Agency Company sold: For R. Hill (Totara), 9 ewes Us 6d, 1 lamb 20s 6d, 1 20s- A K. Swan (Glenavy), 6 ewes 17s 3d, 1 lamb 255, 1 235. The New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company sold: For R. E. E McLeod (Enfield), pen of ewes 17s, 8 13s 9d. „,««,. The North Otago Farmers' Co-oper-ative Association sold: For R. G. Allan (Windsor), 8 ewes 15s; Enfield School Committee, 1 wether 27s 6d; Pinlay Bros. (Kia Ora), 6 ewes 14s; J. McNally (Windsor), 1 ewe 12s, 8 12s 6d 13 15s 3d; F. McCutcheon (Five Forks) 218 s, B Fallon (Weston), 1 lamb 235; Mrs E.' G. Kennedy (Windsor). 9 wethers 25s Dalgety and Co. sold: ForRC. Ruddenklau (Tapui), 3 ewes 14s 3d, 3 17s 6d, 4 18s 3d; "The Gables" (Waiareka), 5 ewes 13s 6d; John McKenzie (Ngapara), 9 ewes 14s 3d, 6 15s 3d; J. P Bennett. 2 lambs 25s 6d, 1 23s 9d. STORE SHEEP The National Mortgage and Agency Company sold: For R. Hill (Totara). 9 two-tooth crossbred ewes 255, 15 f.m. halfbred ewes 7s 6d, 1 three-shear Southdown ram 9s, 2 aged Border Leicester rams ss. PIGS Bruce Christie and Co. sold: For■ S. Smith (Waiareka Junction), 2 slips 30s- J. Stuart (Waiareka Junction), 2 slips 28s 6d; D. Rosie (Awamoa), 4 weaners 21s, 218 s; S. Young (Waiareka Junction), 3 weaners 19s, 3 16s 6d, 1 14s; Mrs D. L. Taylor (Enfield\ 1 weaner 17s 6d, 215 s 6d, 1 14s 6d; J. R. Brown (Airedale), 4 weaners 16s 6d, G. S Brightwell (Derwent street), 3 weaners 20s 6d, 1 18s; T. Howell (To tara), 2 weaners 17s, 1 16s 6d, 1 15s 6d- T. James (Kauru Hill), 3 weaners 12s 6d 1 lis; J. Stott (Maruakoa), 1 weaner 15s; J. Smith (Teschemakers), 3 weaners 18s.

MR W. H. FRITH Following on a long period of failing health, the death occurred early yesterday morning of an old and highly-esteemed resident of Oamaru, Mr William Henry Frith, who for many years had taken a prominent part in the public affairs of the borough. Mr Frith, who was born at Batley, Leeds, England, reached the age of 84 years. He had a very meritorious record of about 40 years' service in the interests of the ratepayers of Oamaru. As a young man Mr Frith lived for some time in the United States of America, but he had resided for about 60 years in Oamaru, and, until his retirement nearly 20 years ago, he followed the occupation of a painting contractor. He was a man of very wide experience. He was a member of the Oamaru Borough Council for over 30 years. In addition he held office as a member of the Oamaru Harbour Board, Waitaki Electric Power Board, Board of Governors of the Waitaki High Schools, and the Charitable Aid Board. For many years he was associated with every event of importance in the town. From 1913 to 1917 he served the town in the capacity of Mayor, and he rendered signal service as organising secretary of the queen carnival held during the war period, whereby £IB,OOO was raised for patriotic and repatriation purposes for the returned soldiers. At that time Mr Frith offered his services freely, and did an immense amount of work during that strenuous period as chairman of the Recruiting Committee, and the whole-hearted manner in which he bid farewell to each batch of men for camp, and gave them a welcome on their return home, will well be remembered. In that connection he was well supported by Mrs Frith, who voluntarily did much good work on behalf of the soldiers. Mrs Frith died a few years ago. For many years Mr Frith acted as chairman of the Works Committee of the Oamaru Borough Council, and in many of the town's civic amenities can be seen the results of his guiding hand. One example can be mentioned in the first trial of tar-sealing Thames street, which proved such a success that the system was soon extended to other roads in the borough. It was also during his office as Mayor that the trees were planted in the main thoroughfare, this fine avenue now being an object of much admiration. The borough hydro-electric scheme, which later was taken over by the Waitaki Electric Power Board and was the forerunner of the present widely-spread electrical system in North Otago, was commenced during his term as Mayor, and on his retirement from the Mayoral chair in 1917, he was the recipient of an address from the councillors in appreciation of his long and valued services to the community. Mr Frith took a prominent part in the Friendly Society movement in North Otago, and was one of the original trustees of the United Friendly Societies' Dispensary Board, on which he served a term as chairman, and from which he retired on account of failing health. He was the first coroner for Oamaru, and for a long period he filled that position, which on his retirement last year was taken over by Mr A. W. Woodward. He was also president of the North Otago Justices of the Peace Association from its inception until last year, when Mr J. Gerrie was appointed to the vacancy caused by his retirement. He occupied at various times all the chairs of office in the Protestant Alliance Lodge, of which he was a very respected member. Mr Frith's genial and cheery nature made for him many personal friends, and his kindly advice and assistance was of much value to those who sought it. He is survived by three sons (Messrs George Frith, of Oamaru; William Frith, of Greymouth; Alfred Frith, of Hamilton) and six daughters (Mesdames W. Harle, of Dunedin; McTaggart. of Oamaru; W. Harbour, of Dunedin; Robert Gunn, of Pukeuri; C. Cayford, of Oamaru; and Miss E. Frith, of Oamaru). The flag was flown at half-mast at the Town Hall yesterdav as a mark of respect. KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS MAJESTIC THEATRE "Romeo and Juliet" is a magnificently produced and splendidly acted picture, and is something to which the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studios will be able to point with pride for some time to come. Juliet is the central figure of the story, and in this role Norma Shearer is tender, gracious and lovely. As Romeo, Leslie Howard is also well cast. The most experienced actor in the film is John Barrymore, who presents the laughing, reckless, broadtongued Mercutio with magnificent abandon. Edna May- Oliver as the nurse is also excellent, while Basil Rathbone's Tybalt and C. Aubrey Smith's Lord Capulet are outstanding. Reginald Denny also stands out well as Benvolio. The text itself has been retained in its entirety, and not an important passage has been omitted. The Oamaru season will commence to-night at the Majestic Theatre. The picture will also be screened on Thursday and Friday nights. The box plans are now open at the Bristola. GENERAL NEWS Mr J. Hargest, M.P., will give an address in the Opera House. Oamaru, on December 14. , At the garden party which is to be held at the Waitaki Girls' High School on Friday next there will be stalls containing cakes, produce, sweets and work of every description for sale. The evening's entertainment by the Junior High School pupils comprises singing, eurhythmies, drill, choral speaking and living statuary. They will be assisted by members of the senior Dramatic Club. A further race of the Vice-presidents Cup series was swum off in the baths recently, the event being the 66 2-3 Yards Backstroke. The result was: K. Gemmell (9sec) 1, S. Miller (scr) 2, O. Davies (lOsec) 3. PERSONAL Mr N. Lambourne, Director of Education, is paying a short visit to Oamaru and is a guest at the New Club Hotel. . „ „ New Club Hotel.—Mr H. C. Browett, Mr J. Swan, Mr I. Brown, Mr D. Bnggs, Mr R. Fountain (Dunedin); Mr G. Miller, Mr N. Armstrong (Timaru); Mr and Mrs H. J. Hebditch, Mr Catherwood (Christchurch); Mr and Mrs A. J. Lee (Auckland). „ _, Queen's Hotel.—Mr E. Evans, Mr W. F. Crum, Mr L. Clode, Mr A. Bruce, Mr J. H. Clements (Dunedin); Mr R. M. Simmers (Christchurch); Mr V. Dossett (Timaru); Mr W. H. Lambert (Wellington); Mr E. C. Wood, Mr D. C. Wood (Ashburton); Mr E. Hardy (Auckland). PORT OF OAMARU High Water.—December 8: 6.47 a.m. and 7.7 p.m. Arrival.—Kaimai (1435 tons, Lucas), at 6 a.m. yesterday, from Dunedin. Departure.—Kaimai, at 4 p.m. yesterday, for Wellington, Nelson and New Plymouth, via ports. The Wainui will load at Oamaru or December 13 for Wellington. Napier and Gisborne. The Waipiata, from Auckland on Friday, December 10, will load here on December 20 for Auckland, via Wellington, Timaru and Lyttelton. The Union Company's intercolonial freighter Karetu, from Svdney for South Island ports, including Oamaru, is due here on Thursday.

OAMARU NORTH SCHOOL

SWIMMING CAMPAIGN Three weeks ago onlv 49 out of 209 children in standards 11, 111 and IV at Oamaru North School could swim. An intensive campaign was organised among the teachers to remedy the position, and arrangements were made to use a tepid salt-water swimming baths. The children were divided into eight squads under seven members of the staff and one other teacher. The position to-day is that with the exception of five children, every boy and girl in these standards can either swim or has at least advanced a long way towards becoming proficient.

NORTH OTAGO COURSING CLUB ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the North Otago Coursing Club was held on Monday night, Mr O. R. Wise (president) occupying the chair. There were 17 members present. Motions of sympathy were passed with the relatives in the death of Mrs Penman and Messrs W. Smart and C. Browne. The annual report and balance sheet, showing a credit balance of £1 lis lid, compared with 13s lid at the beginning of the year, were adopted. The following office-bearers were elected for the ensuing year:—Patron, Mr J. R. Sewell; president. Mr O. R. Wise: vice-presidents—Drs Smith Morton, Fitzgerald, and Butler. Messrs T. Garstang, W. H. Wylie. W. S. Crombie, G. Macpher.son, A. Sallis, S. Easton, A. Clark, L. R. Smart, A. McKitterick. J. Stickings, and J. R. Draper; life members, Messrs J. Fraser and E. G. Price; secretary, Mr L. Webb; treasurer, Mr J. Fraser: auditor, Mr G. McLeod; trustees, Messrs J. R. Sewell and J. Fraser. It was decided to reduce the number on the committee to seven, the following bein" elected: —Messrs G. Smart, W. Penman, J. Webb, W. Pelvin, J. Robertson, A. Rennie, and E.. Connor. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the secretary (Mr L. Webb) in appreciation of his excellent services to the club. It was decided to forward a recommendation to the National Coursing Association, asking that. Mr W. Wellington (Christchurch), who had been disqualified, should be reinstated.

WOMEN'S BOWLING

The following rinks are to represent the Awamoa Ladies' Club in a match against Meadowbank, to be played at Awamoa to-day at 2 p.m.:—Mesdames Black, J. W. Watson. Rusbatch, Kennedy; Mesdames Stringer. Murray, Tomkins, Sorley; Miss Watson, Mesdames Weir, Gerrie, Sitchman. The following unofficial rinks will also play:—Miss McCorkindale, Mesdames Stewart, Wright. Lee; Mesdames A. Brooker, Terry, Pile. Miller.