NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 23501, 16 May 1938, Page 12

NORTH OTAGO

(FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT)

RETURNED SOLDIERS ANNUAL MEETING OF ASSOCIATION A SUCCESSFUL YEAR A successful year, with a further increase in membership, was reported at the twenty-first annual meeting of members of the Oamaru Returned Soli diers’ Association on Saturday night. There was a very large number of members, and Mr C. J. L. Mollison. the president, was in the chair. A motion of condolence whs passed with the relatives of returned men who had passed away during the past 12 months. The president reported that nothing definite had been done in respect to flood-lighting the war memorial, but representations had been made to the local bodies concerned, and they hoped that something definite would be done during the coming year. Activities of Hie Year Speaking on the activities of the past year, Mr Mollison said the year had been very successful, and for the tenth or eleventh year in succession the membership had increased. That was a record to be proud of, as members were helping those not in such a good position as themselves. The finances were flourishing, and perhaps some might think they were too sound, but they must remember that they might not always have good times, and it would be handy to have a little for a rainy day. The sub-associations were functioning strongly. At Kurow there was a record membership, and at Hampden the members were very keen and the public there gave very loyal support to the association, just as they -did in Oamaru. During the year Mr Macnab left for the North Island,’and Mr Hollo was appointed to the vacancy. The quarterly social functions were very successful, and were helping with the membership. They were all in the association for the good of the association, and if every member obtained another member during the coming year, they would be helping matters forward. The bowling match against .Meadowbank was very enjoyable, the returned men winning the match, and they expressed appreciation of the hospitality extended by the Meadowbank'Club. The lectures at the social functions by Messrs J. Branthwaite and D. V. Bryant were greatly appreciated. , This year, Mr Mollison said, they .were losing thr.ee members of the executive. Mr H. C. Jeffery had been with them for 12 years and was a past, president and member of. the executive; and Messrs D, Crawley and J. W. Harrison had been on the executive for two years. All had given good service to the association, and thanks were due to them for their many kind deeds. He thanked members for their loyal support during the year. The association was only a small. body of men,,but, they were doing their best, and the fact that the members were contented showed appreciation of what the association was doing for the returned men of the district. The; annual report and balance sheet were adopted. Election of Officers The following office-bearers were elected for the ensuing year;—President, Mr E. Cameron: vice-president, Mr D. S. Smith: chairman of the exceptive, Mr J. Tavendale; treasurer, Mr J, T, Adams: honorary auditor, Mr W. J. Davies; honorary solicitors, Mr Andrew Hamilton: Executive Committee —Messrs R. E. Dimick, J. E. McNulty, C. Rollo, G. Williamson, C. J. L. Mollison. C. E. Taylor,, F. Ericson, and H. C. Lightwood; delegate to the New Zealand Association’s annual conference. Mr Neil H. Colquhoun. General A recommendation was passed to the incoming executive that a Social Committee be appointed, and that a ball be held, and also that the silver and black tie, worn by the New Zealand contingent at the Anzac Day service at Sydney, be adopted as the official tie to be worn in New Zealand on Anzac Day. Votes of thanks were passed with the retiring officers and the honorary auditor. Mr W. H, S. Widdowson gave a very interesting talk on the visit to Sydney, arising out of which were several sugfestion.s to be considered by the New isaland Association. Special reference was made by Mr D. Thomson to the practice in Sydney of saluting the cenotaph by men raising their hats as they passed, and members were asked to give a lead in Oamaru to the adoption of this practice in New . Zealand by raising their hat-, whenever they passed the Great War Memorial in Thames street. The meeting concluded by a very enjoyable social hour spent by the members. BOWLING PHCENIX GREEN CLOSED There wai a large gathering of members and visitors from sister clubs at the closing day of the Phoenix green on Saturday, when, with the new green only available for play, s vend were unable to take part in the rinks games. The new green was in excellent order for so late in the season, and in view of the pleasure derived in the play, though officially closed, members and visitors will bs allowed to continue playing for a short time longer. Mr T. Herron (president of the club) extended a cordial welcome to the visitors, expressing gratification at the presence of several members from the Waimate Club. Congratulations to the successful clubs in the centre matches, and the usual exchange of compliments took place, mention being specially made to the great assistance given by the ladiss throughout the season. Replies were made by Messrs T. Parry (Waimate), T. Kennedy (Awamea), E. H. Taylor (North Otago Centre and Meadowbank), and H. Ea.ston (Pukeuri), and Mrs Speid (Phoenix Ladies’ Club).

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

A SPIRITED GAME ATHLETIC DEFEATS MAHENO EXCELSIOR’S GOOD WIN After the good form shown in defeating Old Boys in the opening match of the season, Athletic’s win over Maheno on Saturday by Iff points to 3 was not altogether expected. The Athletic pack played a spirited game, and matched the heavier Maheno forwards in all but the set scrums, and it was the better finish of the backs that brought about the winning margin. In the second spell, Maheno made full use of a troublesome sun and a light wind,, but while having much the better of the exchanges, managed to score only an unconverted try in the last minute of play. In a match full of incident. Excelsior defeated Old Boys by the narrow margin of 2 points. ATHLETIC v. MAHENO Winning the toss, Athletic took advantage of the breeze, and penned Maheno to their line from the commencement. Strenuous forward sallies ensued, the backs seldom being seen in concerted movements, and possession from the scrums enabled Souness and Gillies to keep Maheno’s line intact. Hunt received from a ruck, and slipped through the defence, to be brought down a few feet short of the line. Play then swung to McGregor’s wing, and Hunt snapped up the ball to beat a couple of defenders and register the opening score. J. Campbell failed with the kick. Athletic 3. Maheno nil. Sim and Muldrew headed a rush that sent Maheno to the attack, and McPhail missed the posts from a penalty. The Athletic forwards cleared to midfield, Henry and J. Campbell taking play to the line and causing Maheno to force twice in quick succession. Hammill failed to goal from a penalty, and a little later Didham made a good attempt at a field goal. Hunter started a nice hack movement, the ball travelling smartly out to the wing, but Parker failed to take the pass when he had a clear field ahead. Shortly afterwards J. Campbell dropkicked a fine goal from well out to increase, Aciiletic’s lead. Athletic kept up the attack, a penalty enabling Chisholm to clear as half time was taken. Athletic 7 points. Maheno Nil. . On resuming, play fluctuated from end to end. and then the Maheno forwards assumed control. They gave Souness possession of { the -ball frequently, but passing rushes failed at the centre, where passing slowed up. Penalties were frequent, and Hammiil missed an attempt at a field goal, but landed a penalty goal from the side-line. Athletic 10. Maheno nil. McPhail missed a chance to open Maheno’s account from a penalty almost directly in front of the posts, and then Gray crossed the line, but was unable to touch down. Howell made a creditable attempt to goal from a difficult angle, and Hammill cleared brilliantly to midfield. The Athletic forwards charged through, and Gray prevented Henry from scoring by kicking over the dead-ball line. Muldrew broke away to start a splendid Maheno movement, both backs and forwards handling the ball until the thirteenth man to participate was brought down in the corner. From the epsuing scramble on the line. Rapson scored, and McPhail missed with the kick, the final scores being:— Athletic 10 points. Maheno 3 points. Mr H. Cross was the referee. EXCELSIOR v. OLD BOYS Old Boys kicked off with the wind in their favour, and set up an early attack. A long kick by Easton went into touch a few feet from the Blue line, and for several minutes the Blacks looked like scoring. A saving kick by Papps, however, sent them back to defend. The Black backs made some promising movements, but were unable to break through the defence, until chain-passing gave the ball to Taylor, who ran right through the Blue defence to open the scoring. S. Easton failed to find the posts. Old Boys 3, Excelsior nil. The Blacks were pressed back to their own line, and a Blue forward dived over, but was unable to touch down. S. Easton again found the line well down field, and the Black forwards commenced a dangerous advance. Securing the ball from a scrum, Walton and McLaren exchanged passes, and Walton crossed the line for a good try. S. Easton added the extra points. Old Boys 8, Excelsior nil. The Blues were again defending, and a Black forward, following up a high kick, snapped up and dived over the line, but lost possession. Papps was caught when fielding the ball, and Miller picked up and passed to Ludemann, who had a clear run for a try. The kick at goal mised. Old Boys 11, Excelsior nil. The Blues were awarded a penally kick in a handy position, but J. Easton did not find the posts, and the half-time score was: Old Boys 11 points, Excelsior nil. The second spell opened with a further attack by the Black backs, who passed the ball about in good style. However, at this stage the Blue forwards started to take charge, and they swept the play down to the Black line, where a penalty enabled J. Easton to goal. Old Boys 11, Excelsior 3. Hard scrummaging on the halfway line followed, and a good line kick by S. Easton gained valuable -ground. Packing well, the Blue forwards returned the play into Black territory, where they secured the ball from the scrum and sent their back line away, the movement terminating in a try by Stewart. J. Easton converted with a good kick. Old Boys 11, Excelsior 8. Old Boys staged an attack which at times looked promising, but after several minutes the Blues again took the aggressive. The ball came out the side of a set scrum almost in front of the posts, and Jones snapped up to cross for a good try. J. Easton found little difficulty with the kick. Excelsior 13, Old Boys 11. Realising that the tables had been turned, the Blacks rallied stronglv and battled their way to the Blue line. Borrie crossed the line, but was brought back, having stepped over the line in his run. For the last few minutes the Black backs (hrew the ball about, but the Blue defence held, and the final whistle sounded with the scores: — Excelsior .. .. 13 points. Old Boys 11 points. Mr W. May was the referee. JUNIORS Athletic 14. Maheno 8. Old Boys 14. Excelsior C. THIRD GRADE Old Boys 10, Athletic 3. GENERAL NEWS Owing to the Competitions Society's festival being held this week, the North Otago Scottish Society’s usual mon hly concert has been oostponed until Thursday, May 26. - Present entries for to-morrow’s Waiareka sale include lines of lambs and wethers, fat sheep, and fat and store cattle. Further entries are invited. Mr G. H. Saville (Maheno) was successful in gaining first prize (equal) with two entries in granulated white honey at the Southland Winter Show.

COURSING

SEWELL CHALLENGE CUP A GOOD DAY’S SPORT The coursing at the North Otago Coursing Club’s meeting on Saturday was the best seen for years, the hares being in tine fettle for only one kill to occur in 24 courses. Mr O. R. Wise occupied the judge's box, his decisions giving every satisfaction, and the slipping by Messrs Mitchell and Barr was of the usual high standard. The Sewell Challenge Cup for all-aged stake went to Messrs Smart and McPherson’s Royal Ensign, and the Odell Wise Challenge Cup for the novice stake was won by Mrs J. Webb’s Donaldson. Results:— SEWELL CHALLENGE CUP First Round Mr J. Webb's Happy Nancy beat Mr A. Rennie’s Always Ready. Mr A. Rennie's Coombe Laddie beat Mr J. Benson’s Tasman Flight. Messrs Smart and McPherson’s Royal Ensign beat Mr G. D. Smart’s Desert Storm. Mr J. W. Harrison’s Even Money beat Mr J. Webb’s Great Worry. Mr J. Wilson's Fairy Divot (Dunedin) beat Mr E. Dwyer’s On Guard. Second Round Happy Nancy beat Coombe Laddie. Royal Ensign beat Even Money. Fairy Divot a bye. Semi-final Fairy Divot beat Happy Nancy. Royal Ensign a bye. Final Royal Ensign beat Fairy Divot after an undecided course. ODELL WISE CHALLENGE CUP First Round Miss D. McGrath’s Biddy Murphy Mrs J. Webb’s Donaldson beat Mrs J. Howell’s Cheetah, beat Mrs G. N. Currie’s Glenastle. Mrs G. Smart’s High Power beat Miss M. Perkins's Just Jim. Mrs J. Benson’s Haakawai beat Miss G. Sinclair’s Smart Lad. Second Round Donaldson beat Bidly Murphy. Haakawai beat High Power. Final Donaldson beat Haakawai. GOLF FOUR-BALL BOGEY MATCH With mild weather and fairways and greens in capital order, conditions were very pleasant for the Fourball Bogey Match on Saturday afternoon. Mawhinney and Catto 4 up won in the count back from McCulloch and Fastier 4-up, and other cards returned were, Mcllroy and Monteath 3 up, Holmes and McEwan all square, McKenzie and Turvey all square, G. L. and S. R. Cuthbertson 1 down, Smith and Ralph Hedges 2 down, Woodward and B. Patterson 2-down, Scott and Thompson 3 down, Christie and Ewart 3 down. Hole in One A surprising feat for a boy was performed at the links during the week by Ross Wilson, aged 13 years, a son of Mr J. M. Wilson, and a brother of Mr Munro Wilson (North Otago champion). He holed in one at Waterloo, a distance of 150 yards, playing from the ladies’ tee. Ladies’ Club The draw for the L.G.U. Match on Wednesday is as follows: — First Tee.—Mrs Wylie v. Mrs Mcßeath, Mrs Jordan v. Mrs Meek, Mrs Ireland v. Mrs McCulloch, Miss B. Cuthbertson v. Miss M. Armstrong, Mrs Grater v. Miss P. Lane, Mrs Donaldson v. Mrs Barclay, Mrs Spooner v. Mrs Ewart, Miss Mackie v. Mrs Brown, Mrs Wilson v. Miss Garrey, Mrs Smith v. Miss McQuade, Miss Nichols v. Mrs Porter, Mrs McDouall v. Mrs Duthie, Mrs Crawshaw v. Miss K. Robins, Miss McLay v. Mrs Forrest, Mrs Irving v. Mrs Fotheringham.

Tenth Tee.—Miss Maude v. Miss S. Simpson, Mrs Steenson v. Mrs Kerr, Miss Oed v. Mrs Roxby, Mrs Tait v. Miss Gerrie, Mrs Hall v. Mrs Bradley, Mrs Miller v. Miss Clark. The draw for the week-end L.G.U. Match is as follows:—Miss J. Fraser v. Miss Cusack, Miss Clark v. Miss D. Hall, Miss N. Fraser v. Miss Jean Fraser, Miss G. Hall v. Miss Hanley, Miss E. Hall v. Miss Catto. MAJESTIC THEATRE “KING SOLOMON’S MINES” " King Solomon’s Mines,” the wellknown adventure story by Rider Haggard, has now been filmed, and presents a fine spectacle of sheer grandeur and thrilling effect. It is a free adaptation of the famous novel, and for strong romantic entertainment easily surpasses “ Sander’s of the River.” The picture was made in South Africa, so that the settings could be handled and photographed under realistic conditions. The most important personage in the cast is Paul Robeson, the actor with the powerful voice, and the producer had introduced three songs into the script so that this glorious voice could be heard to advantage. Cecil Hardwicke takes the part of Alan Quartermain. Roland Young that of Commander Good, and John Loder that of Sir Henry Curtiss, Robeson playing the role of Umbopa, the carrier. A love interest is introduced into the script, and Anna Bee plays feminine lead in this. Vivid scenes of diamond diggings, trackless desert, luxuriant jungle, and imposing native settings form agreeably spaced sequences of unusual incident touched with romance and comedy. This picture will bo shown at the Majestic Theatre finally to-night. “ALI BABA GOES TO TOWN” To-morrow night and on Wednesday night comedy will again reign in the Majestic Theatre. This time Eddie Cantor is the star comedian, appearing in his latest attraction. “Ali Baba Goes to Town.” This picture has just concluded a very successful season in Dunedin, and advance reports give it a very good name. PORT OF OAMARU High Water.—May 16; 3.52 a.m. and 4.14 p.m. Arrival.—The Wainui (1633 tons, Gaskin), at 6.30 a.m. on Saturday, from Dunedin. Departure.—The Wainui, at 3 p.m. on Saturday, for Wellington and Auckland, via Timaru and Picton. Notes The Karu is due to load this morning tor Nelson and New Plymouth, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Waipahi will load here on Wednesday, May 25, for Wellington, Napier and Gisborne, via Timaru and Lyttelton. _ The Waiana, with wheat from Geelong for Bluff, Dunedin, Oamaru and Wellington, is expected at Oamaru about May 23. The Kaimai is expected to load coal at Westport to-day for Lyttelton, Timaru, Oamaru and Dunedin. The vessel is due here about Friday, May 20. The Wainui, from Auckland, is due at Oamaru on Saturday, June 4, to load for Wellington and Auckland, via Timaru and Lyttelton. 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.

OBITUARY MR WILLIAM ROSS The death occurred on Friday of Mr William Ross, of Ouse street, at the age of 84 years. He was born in Dailly, Ayrshire, Scotland, and came out to New Zealand by the ship Marlborough in 1878, landing at Dunedin, and coming on to Oamaru, where ne immediately engaged in the work of. breakwater construction, which was then proceeding. He later entered the service of the' New Zealand Railways, working with a bridging gang for 30 years, and prior to retiring from work he was employed for a time at the Oamaru Woollen Mills. Mr Ross, who possessed a pleasing voice, frequently contributed to the musical side of social functions. For many years he was a member of the Naval Volunteers. He was widely known and was respected by a large number of friends. Mrs Ross predeceased her husband some years ago, and he is survived by four sons —Messrs James Ross (Wellington), William Ross (Temuka). and John and Alec Ross (Dunedin)—and a daughter, Mrs G. Drummond (Oamaru). MOTHERS’ UNION NEWBOROUGH BRANCH The celebration of the third birthday of the Newborough branch of the Mothers’ Union was largely attended by members and also by several members of St. Luke’s branch. Archdeacon Russell took the opening service, and a resolution was carried unanimously, protesting against the threatened restriction of religious influence in primary schools, as forecast in the new Education Bill.

Mrs Turvey, who presided, gave a warm welcome to the visitors. On behalf of the branch she returned thanks for blue and white tablecloth, made and presented by Mrs Hughes for use at the meetings. An Iced cake, made by Mrs Turvey. was the central feature at afternoon tea. the three candles on it being lit by Mrs Cox (Enfield), the oldest member present, and extinguished by Mrs A. A. Mays (secretary of the Newborough Guild). Mrs Finder (president of St. Luke’s branch) cut the cake, and congratulated the Newborough branch on its excellent work during the past three years, and also referred to the happy relations existing between 1 the two branches. Mrs Brook (branch secretary) presented Mrs Turvey with a floral spray, made by Mrs Mays, and spoke in affectionate . terms of her inspiring leadership, to which Mrs Turvey made a suitable reply. Reference was also made to the services rendered by Mesdames Waring and Bone before their departure from Oamaru Items by Mesdames Somins and Willett (duet), and Mrs Cayford (violin solo), with Mrs Harwood at the organ, and Mrs Williamson as accompanist, were much appreciated. The benediction by Archdeacon Russell closed a very happy gathering. SQUASH TOURNAMENT WON BY R. SWINDLEY There were excellent entries for the second squash tournament held on Saturday night, the final going to R. Swindley, who defeated Stevens 16—11. Results: — First Round J. Hendy )83 beat J. Christie (kk) 16—11, R, Reid (9) beat R. Domigan (9) 16—12, L, Green (4) beat W. Pavletich (8) 16—11. C. Stevens (scr) beat J. Tisdall (9) 16—12. W. Bee (8) won from S. Burton by default, A. Feathers (4) beat H. C. Jeffery (10) 16—12, R. Mathieson (3) won from H. Grater by default, M. Wilson (6) won from E. Black by default. Second Round T. Hendra (4) beat G. Gedge (9) 16—14, S. McDodgall (1) won from P. Mulligan by default, W. Jordan (9) beat C. Zimmermann (4) 16—13, N. Glass (8) beat E. O. Martin (6) 16—10, J. Bee (8) won from Dr Smith Morton by default, F. Milnes (4) beat R. Bradley (10) 16—10, J. Hendy beat R. Reid 16—9, Stevens beat Green 16—6, Feathers beat W. Bee 16—13. Mathieson beat Wilson 16—3, R. Miller (8) won by default from H. Maude, J. Monteath (8) beat Dr E. Butler (11) 16—14, J. Farrell (5) beat E. McLekvey (14) 16—15, J. Orbell (6) beat H. E. Wilson (7) 16—13, J. H. Main (8) beat Dr L. Douglas (11) 16—14, R. Swindley (scr) beat A. Bissett (8) 16—9. Third Round McDougall beat Hendra 16 —6, Jordan beat Glass 16—14, Milnes beat J. Bee 16—9, Stevens beat Hendy 16—14, Mathieson beat Feathers 16—14, Monteath beat Miller 16—13, Orbell beat Farrell 16—12, Swindley beat Main 16—14. Fourth Round McDougall beat Jordan 16—10, Stevens beat Milnes 16—14, Mathieson beat Monteath 16—13, Swindley beat Orbell 16—11. Semi-finals Stevens beat McDougall 16—4, Swindley beat Mathieson 16 —10. Final Swindley beat Stevens 16—11. MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING RAILWAY LADIES’ CLUB The scores at the weekly shoot of the Railway Ladies’ Club were as follows; —Mrs Andrews 78—3—80, Miss O’Donnell 72—2—78, Mrs Machon 73 5—78, Mrs Hore 72—9—80, Miss Hall 72—4—76, Miss Cook 72—15—80, Mrs McFadgen 72—6—78, Mrs Cayford 71, Mrs Bartley 69—4—73, Mrs Robertson 59—10—79, Mrs Black 67—12—79, Mrs Campbell 66—14—80, Mrs Boyd 66—13 —79, Mrs Gilbert 65—12—77, Miss Keith 65—14—79, Miss Smith 44—15 59. PERSONAL Master Lawrence Wilkes, son of Mr G. A. Wilkes, 313 Thames street, left Oamaru on Friday en route for the Christian Brothers’ Novitiate, Strathflelds, Sydney. Mr George Munro, who was a member of the Oamaru railway staff from 1879 to 1884, and is now residing at Auckland, paid his first visit to Oamaru on Saturday in 48 years.