NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 23499, 13 May 1938, Page 12

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

(FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT)

coum:g DRAW FOR SATURDAY . The draw for the coursing meeting at Oamaru on Saturday is as follows: SEWELL CUP Always Ready v. Happy Nancy. Tasman Flight v. Coombe Laddie. Desert Storm v. Royal Ensign. Even Money v. Great Worry.. Fairy Divot v. On Guard. ODELL WISE GUP Cheetah v. Donaldson; Glenastle v. Biddy Murphy. Just Jim v. High Power. Smart Lad v. Haakawai. PORT OF OAMARU High Water.—May 13: 1.41 a.m. and 2.1 p.m. The Karu is due to load to-morrow for Nelson and New Plymouth, via ports. , ..... .... ■ The Waipahi will Toad here on Wednesday, May 25, for,. Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne; via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Waiana is ' scheduled to load wheat at Geelong to-day for Bluff, Dunedin,/Oamaru', and Wellington. She. is expected at Oamaru about May 23, The Kaimai is expected to load at Westport on Monday coal for Lyttel-' ton, Timaru, Oamaru, and Dunedin. The vessel is due here about Friday, May 20. The Wainui, from Auckland, is due at Oamaru to-morrow to load for Wellington'and Auckland, via ports. The New Zealand; Shipping Company advises that.the m.v. Opawa has now been fixed.-to sail from Liverpool on July 2, taking cargo for Oamaru, at direct rates of freight. HOCKEY The following is the draw for tomorrow: — Seniors.—Pirates v. Waimale (Mr R. W. Arnott); Oamaru v. Rovers (Mr T. W. Jacobs). Juniors.—St. Patrick’s v. St. Kevin’s, at 1.30 p.m.; Oamaru A v, Rovers A, at 1.30 p.m.; Oamaru B v. Rovers B. at 1.30 p.m. , Women’s v. Maheno, at 2.45 p.m. (Mr E. H. Coker); Waimate v. Athletic, at 2.30 p.m. (Mr H. J. McDonald). Teams for to-morrow:— Rovers Seniors.—Frew, Brain, T. Thorpe, Ticker, Hedges, Devon, Churchill, G. Thorpe, Moore, Robinson. McCabe, Kennedy.. Rovers Juniors. McVie, Smith, Watson, R. Ingles, L. Ingles, Bottle, Young, Loper, Pye, Dexter, Tavendale, Cuthbertson. Thomas, Irvine, Halvorsen. Garvan,

THE ELECTIONS BOOTHS CROWDED ALL DAY i_ The municipal elections in Oamaru passed quietly enough, but with voting papers concerning five issues to be handled, polling at all the town booths proceeded at a somewhat slow pace, many electors taking more than a reasonable time to mark their ballot papers. As a result, all the booths were filled throughout the day, and there were long lines of electors awaiting their turn to gain admission, which, in many cases, took over an hour. The day was, therefore, a very difficult one for the poll clerks and returning officers, and at closing time, 7 o’clock, there were many electors who had still to record their votes, so that there was an appreciable delay in the start of counting the ballot papers. , The mayoralty was the first result to come to hand, and both candidates returned thanks to the electors at the central booth in Wear street, Mr Colquhoun warmly congratulating the Mayor-elect (Mr L. K. J. Familton) on his success. It was nearly 2 o’clock before the final results of the last board contest were available, and, with 21 candidates in the field the finals of the Borough Council count did not come to hand until shortly before 4 o’clock. In the Waitaki County, with the booths closing an hour earlier than in town, the results were made known much earlier and were posted at the County Chambers by about 9 o’clock, there being only three riding contests, a Harbour Board election, and a poll on the highways loan proposal. OAMARU BOROUGH COUNCIL *J. C. Kirkness .. .. 2038 E. W. Grenfell .. .. 1885 *A. R. Tait 1832 J. Meikle 1816 # L. Macrae 1696 •F. Butterfield .. .. 1695 N. N. Fraser 1683 *A. Wilson 1660 *A. E. Hodge 1588 E. D. Watts 1518 *G. Mitchell 1395 H. M, Barclay 1390 Elected. D. S. Bain 1327 *G. White 1260 J. Maxwell 1153 A. A. Barsdell .... 888 J. McLean 886 W. L. Borrows ~ .. 751 H. S. Stevens 670 J. Welch 501 G. P. Cuttriss 490 MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING OAMARU LADIES’ CLUB The scores at the weekly shoot were as follows: —Miss H. Rusbatch 75, Mrs Nimmo 75. Mrs Dennison 74, Mrs Tempero 73, Miss Peterson 72, Mrs Thyne 72, Miss Pile 71, Mrs Brand 69, Miss F. French 69, Mrs Bremner 67, Mrs Maby 63, Miss D. Gordon 61, Miss N. Gordon 58, Miss D. French 54, Mrs Smith 48. TOTARA CLUB Following were the scores at the weekly shoot;—C. Burgess 78, A. Richardson 78, J. Richardson 78, M. Sinclair 78, D. Seaton 78, J. Kennedy 77, S. Taylor 77, D. Robb 76, D. Marshall 76, D. Clark 75, J. Carrig 75, S. Wilson 74, P. Carrig 73, W. Carrig 72, E. Duff 72, B. Scally 72, H. Scally 71, R. Parker 71, D. Smith 70. ENFIELD CLUB The highest scores for the weekly shoot of the Enfield Club were as follows: —Allan 78, J. Kerin 77, N. Allan 76, D. Anderson 75. J. C. Gibson 75, B. A. Johnston 75. W. Falloon 74, W. Allan 73. K. Gibson 71. G. Yuill and L. Rowlands 70. VOLUNTEER CLUB The following are the scores for the weekly shoot of the Volunteer Club: — J. Carlson 79. R. Jackman 78, R. Hedges 76, R. Dickson 76, S. Robbie 75, T. Hedges 72, A. Hall 72. R. Mitchell 71, W. Walsh 70. RUGBY FOOTBALL TEAMS FOR TO-MORROW Maheno Seniors. —McPhail, McGregor, Bruce, Gray, Gillies, Alders, Souness, Slack, Watts, Rapson, Wood, Rutherford, Howell, Cameron, Sim, Muldew, Cameron, Byers, Chisholm, Davis, Campbell. Maheno Juniors.—Smith, McLean, Hunt, Rapson, McDonald, Williamson, Wharton; Davis, Byers, Cook, Ewing, Cooney. Ryan, Kelcher, McNaughton, Oats, Barnett, Cleverly, Johnston, Carrig. ! Athletic Seniors.—Brown (2), Kilgour, Campbell (2), Anderson, Hammill, Didham, Hunt. Farrell, Mather (2), Sparks, Henry, McLeod; emergencies—Adams, Taylor. Bus leaves at 1.45 p.m. ... _ Athletic Juniors. —Smith (2), Ross, Sparks, Sharp. Parker, Devon, Burns, Tavendale, Park, Mather, McLean, Harrison, McCone, Holland. Bus leaves at 12.45 p.m. Athletic Third Grade. Sparks, Turvey, Birtles, Dunlop, Heron, Powell, Walsh, Doughtry, Luxon, Ross, Tripp. Bean, McKenzie. Stringer. Wedrill, McPhee, Hooper. Athletic Fourth Grade.—Halvorsen, Mather, Roney, Connors,' Wheeler. ■Collins, Collett, McGed (2), Buzan, Turvey, Mather, Rowland, Dodds, Shplders, Hood, Tavendale, Wardell. Personal

Mr H. B. Burton, who is accompanied by Mrs Burton, writes from Lugano, Switzerland, that they spent an exceedingly enjoyable time on their tour of France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Austria, and Belgium, returning to London at the end of April. Mr Burton is especially enthusiastic over his trip on the funicular railway at San Salvatore, which ascends a mountain 3400 feet high in 20 minutes, the view from the lop being wonderful. New Club Hotel.—Mr M. F. Mernes, Mr A. E. Woods, Mr W. W. Callender. Mr J. Pledger, Mr G. M. Crawford (Dunedin). Mr J. W. White, Mr B. Abel, Mr F. S. Dyer, Mr S. W. Wood, Mr W. Webster (Christchurch), Mr J. MacGallan, Mr R. C. Jones (Timaru), Mr D. H. Griffen, Mr. Z. Tatton, Mr H. Wall, Mr A. H. Murrison (Wellington), Mrs C. B. Eastwood, Miss A. Eastwood, Mr and Mrs W. Strang (Invercargill), Mr and Mrs R. A. Watkins (WanganUQueen’s Hotel.—Mr W. E. Taylor, Mr Lynch, Mr B. Loi'd (Christchurch), Mr A. G. Drake, Mr and Mrs F; A. Thomson, Mr and Mrs Rhodes, Mr Brick, Mr McLennan, Mr Milne. Mr Haste. Mr and Mrs Smith (Dunedin), Mr J. M. Macdonald (Alexandra), Mr D. Thomson, Mr Papere, Mr Fielding (Wellington), Mr and Mrs J. Gray (Milton).

KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS

MAJESTIC THEATRE The attraction showing at the Majestic Theatre to-night is an excellent one, Bing Crosby appearing in “Double or Nothing.” This is a bright icture, the highlights of which are several novelty acts. The plot concerns several people who are given £IOOO providing they double this m 30 days. To do this, Crosby opens a cabaret, and here is where these excellent acts are introduced. One of the highlights is a “sing” band, composed of 75 beautiful young women and handsome young men, who render with extraordinary effect several popular numbers by imitating the various instruments of an orchestra. There is an hilarious act by the Galgery brothers, famous stage comedians, and Ames and Arno give an adagio dance. Added to all this are some of the most spectacular settings seen for some considerable time. A news, Sportlight and Betty Boop cartoon are also provided on the programme, which will commence at 7.45. “KING SOLOMON’S MINES”

“King Solomon’s Mines,” H. Rider Haggard’s exciting story of romance and adventure in South Africa, has become one of the most brilliant classic films produced by G.B.D. studios. It has been made with authentic backgrounds taken in South Africa, with a cast of stars that is well known—Cedric Hardwickc, Paul Robeson, Roland Young, Anna Lee, John Loder —who are supported by hundreds of native extras and numerous smallpart players. All the excitement and glamour of the original writing has been caught in the film version, and the addition of Robeson’s wonderful voice singing three numbers makes even greater entertainment. It shows to-morrow afternoon and night. Plans are at Bristola. OPERA HOUSE “FIT FOR A KING” Joe E. Brown and Paul Kelly appear as rival reporters in “Fit for a King," the comedians’ latest picture, produced by David L. Loew for R.K.O. Radio Release. In a side-splitting story, which tells of deep, dark plots in a mythical European kingdom, Brown and Kelly struggle with each other for news and facilities for sending their stories. A large cast of favourites is seen in support, with lovely Helen Mack appearing as the feminine lead. Others are Harry Davenport, Halliwell Hobbes, John Qualen, Donald Briggs, Frank Reicher, Russell Hicks, and Charles Trowbridge. “ Fit for a King,” an Edward Sedgwick production, is from the screen play by Richard Flournoy. MODERN WESTERN THRILLS All the excitement and thrills of the old West have now been transferred further east, where the modern cattle rustler has begun to operate. To-day the cattle-thieves use large fleets of fast trucks. They creep up stealthily under coyer of night, raid a dairy farm or cattle ranch, and roar down the road before pursuit can overtake them. This new situation in banditry is exposed for the first time on the screen by Universal’s dramatic film, “Trouble at Midnight,” which opens at the Opera House to-night. The featured players are Noah Beery, Jun., Larry Blake, remembered for his stirring role as Weil in “ The Road Back,” Catherine Hughes, Bernadene Hayes, Henry Hunter, and Harlan Briggs. There will be the usual matinee on Saturday afternoon. Plans are at the Bristola. WAIAREKA LODGE The usual fortnightly meeting of the Waiareka Lodge was held on Wednesday night. There was a fairly good attendance. Arrangements were made for an illustrated talk to be given by Bro. J. Branthwaite at the next meeting, which will be held on May 25 at 7.15. It was decided to hold a social and dance, with euchre for non-dancers, in June, instead of the usual annual ball.