NORTH OTAGO AND PROVINCIAL SECTION

Otago Daily Times, Issue 23527, 16 June 1938, Page 15

NORTH OTAGO AND PROVINCIAL SECTION

THE OAMARU DISTRICT

MAHENO ANGLICAN CHURCH ORGAN BEING BUILT GIFT OF COLONEL NICHOLS A magnificent gift will he presented In due course by Colonel J. Cowie Nichols, of Kurihefea, North Otago, to the' Maheno Anglican Church. It is an electric organ now being built by Mr Herbert Brett, of Christchurch. In a quaint old workshop at the back of a modern house in Nursery road, Christchurch, three men are building an electric organ, the only job of its kind going on in New Zealand. Fifty-four years ago Mr Herbert Brett was apprenticed to a firm of famous London organ builders. Now he is a grey-haired man working daily in his workshop, surrounded by wood and blue, electric wires, keyboards, footboards, circular saws, magnets, and the multitude of things that are needed to make an organ produce music. Oregon, mahogany, black walnut and American redwood, thoroughly seasoned and kept always in an even temperature of .60 degrees, are neatly stacked about the workshop. Special

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leather, like velvet to the touch, split tan sheepskin and pure white sheepskin that will last in an organ for 40 years are kept under lock and key. Building an electric organ is an intricate business. A network of tiny wires, all skilfully hidden, appear to lead from nowhere. Tiny electromagnets, row on row. from which spider-web wires lead away, play a major part in this organ. When a key is touched the current runs through a wire to a magnet, which releases a little valve, thus producing the sound. No fewer than seven different trades are combined in the art of the organmaker. ' Mr Brett first came to New Zealand in charge of the electric organ which was brought out for the Christchurch Exhibition in 1906-07, and which later was presented by the Government to the Christchurch City Council. There was nobody in New Zealand with sufficient knowledge to look after it, and so Mr Brett was asked to stay, and he has been in Christchurch ever since.

With the exception of the keyboard, which came from Saxony, and the pedalboard, which was brought out from London, every part of the organ will be built in Mr Brett’s workshop. It will be finished shortly at a cost of £BOO, and as before stated, will be presented by Colonel Nichols to the Maheno Anglican Church.

RABBITER’S CLAIM DISPUTE OVER SMALL SKINS Judgment was given yesterday morning at the Oamaru Magistrate’s Court by Mr H. W. Bundle, S.M., in the adjourned defended action in which Hebdon Charles Yates claimed £2B 7s 6d from Jane Ross, of Hakataramea. The statement of claim set out the sum of £3 15s on 300 small rabbit skins at 25s per 100, £2O 12s 6d on 1500 skins at 27s 6d, and £4 for carrots and strychnine, a total of £2B 7s 6d. Mr R. D. H. Swindley appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr J. E. Farrell for the defendant. The case was adjourned last week to enable the parties to arrive at a settlement, and counsel intimated that they had arrived at a basis of settlement on 300 skins at 25,, and 750 skins at 27s 6d, but they could not agree on the question of payment of costs, which Mr Swindley had set down at £4 2s. Mr Bundle stated that in a claim of this nature it was always difficult to arrive at a figure, which could only be approximate. His view, after listento the evidence, was that the number of small skins was extremely excessive —ISOO was far too large. The 300 small skins were taken earlier, and there was no attempt to check these. The plaintiff would be nonsuited on the claim for the carrots and strychnine, and he fixed the amount allowed to the plaintiff as follows: —300 skins at 255, £3 15s: 600 at 27s 6d, £8 ss, a total of £l2; with court costs, 30s; and solicitor’s fee, £2 12u making a total of £l6 2s. As the figure could be given only approximately, and to avoid further litigation between the parties, judgment was given under the equity and good conscience clause. KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS MAJESTIC THEATRE “THE BARRIER” A story by Rex Beach combining the roaring gold mining days of 1898 in Alaska with a beautiful love story of the North Woods, is the combination that makes Paramount’s “ The Barrier,” which shows to-night and Friday, an unforgettable picture. Leo Carrillo, Jean Parker, James Ellison, Otto Kruger, Robert Barrat, Andy Clyde, and Sara Haden are part of the magnificent cast. Some of the most thrilling action scenes that have been seen in recent years and outstanding outdoor photography, the whole story being filmed against the towering mountains and forests of the Great North-West, make “The Barrier” rich in visual appeal, while the story, one of Rex Beach’s best, is fascinating as well as thrilling. The story is too well-known to be told again, “The Barrier ” being one of the greatest pictures ever made in the days of silent pictures. Plans are at the Bristola. "PARNELL” Commencing its season at the matinee on Saturday next, “Parnell,” the moving drama of Charles Stewart Parnell, marks the first co-starring success of Clark Gable and Myrna Loy since “Men in White.” The new picture presents Gable as the dynamic Irish Eatriot who sacrificed a glorious career ecause of another man’s wife, and Miss Loy as that woman, the lovely Katie O’Shea, married to a man whom she despised. The story is simply told and with great power by the two principals, the final tragic scenes being handled with fine restraint. In the large and impressive cast are Edna May Oliver as the testy, lovable Aunt Ben. Billie Burke as the irresponsible Clara, and Alan Marshall as the ambitious Captain Willie O’Shea. Also prominent are such well-known players as Edmund Gwenn, Donald Crisp, J.‘ Farrell Macdonald, Montague Love, Renton Churchill, and many others. The supporting programme is an excellent one, and the box plans are at the Bristola. OPERA HOUSE “TEXAS. TRAIL” Hopalong Cassidy and his friends Lucky and Windy join the army in Paramount’s new “ Hopalong ” picture, “ Texas Trail,” which opens on Friday at the Opera House. “ Texas Trail,” one of the most exciting films of this series, deals with the SpanishAmerican War period, when Cassidy is commissioned by the army to round up a huge herd of wild horses. Rustlers hear of the plans, and try to steal the horses, overpowering Hopalong and his men while they sleep. Cassidy fights his way out of the spot in one of the best battles of his career, and joins the army to go to Cuba after completing his mission. The cast includes William Boyd. George Hayes, Russell Hayden, Judith Allen, and Alexander Cross. The film was directed by Dave Sellman. “ NIGHT CLUB SCANDAL ” A fine cast and an exciting story make one of the best murder stories of the current season in Paramount’s “ Night Club Scandal,” which shows tomorrow night at the Opera House. The story is fast and furious, and the cast is headed by the famous John Barrymore. Lynne Overman. Louise Campbell, Charles Bickford. Harvey Stephens. J, Carrol Naish, Evelyn Brent, and Barlowe Borland appear with him, and the film was directed by Ralph Murphy. The Opqra House will screen on Saturday at 2 p.m. “ The Texas Trail” and “Night Club Scandal” and also the serial. BASKETBALL Draw for Saturday:— A Grade—Oamaru A v. Enfield A, at Court 1, at 2 p.m. (Miss O. Irwin); Star A v. Papakaio A, at Court 2. at 2 p.m. (Miss M. Newson); Waitaki A v. Southern A, at Court 1, at 2.45 p.m. (Miss C. F. Miller). B. Grade.—Star B v. Oamaru B, at Court 3, at 2 p.m. (Miss V. Brown); J. R. McKenzies v. Waitaki B, at Court 2, at 2.45 p.m. (Miss M. Newson); Totara v. Airedale, at Court 3, at 2.45 p.m (Miss C. Colclough). C Grade. —Polytechnic v. Star D, at North School, at 2 p.m. (Miss C. Herron); Star C v. Southern B, at North School, at 3 p.m. (Miss A. Blyth); Oamaru C v. Papakaio B, at South School, at 2 p.m. (Miss U. Pile): Totara B v. Waitaki C, at South School, at 2.45 p.m. (Miss U. Pile). If the weather is unfavourable, the following matches will be hold in the Drill Hall: —Waitaki A v. Star A. at 2 p.m. (Miss M. Newson): J. R. McKenzies v. Waitaki B. at 2.45 p.m. (Miss C. F. Miller). A practice of Possible v. Probables lor A and B representative teams will be held at 3.30 p.m. PERSONAL New Club Hotel. —Mr P. Caley, Mr G. M. Crawford, Mr P. Moray, Mr A. E. Rouse. Mr G. M. Beck, Mr J. Swan (Dunedin). Mr A. Murison (Wellingtotn), Mr A. Frostick. Mr A. Holmes, Mr and Mrs J. Kirkpatrick (Christchurch), Mr W. Welton (Palmerston North), Mr C. Macdonald (InvercarS Miramar Hotel. —Mr and Mrs D. Kirk (Gore), Mr G. Wallace, Mr G. H. Willett, Mr A. Spence, Mr G. Meale, Mr and Mrs G. Officer, Mr Gardiner, Mr B, Findlayson (Invercargill), Mr S. Rands, Mr T. Hunt (Christchurch). Mr and Mrs W. Thomas, Mrs S. Wells, Mr and Mrs B. Breharlt (Auckland), Mr O. Alexander. Mr and Mrs J. Riley, Mr A. Edge. Mr and Mrs J. Janus (Dunedin).

RUGBY SATURDAY’S GAMES The senior competition in the North Otago competitions is at a very interesting stage, and, with Athletic and Maheno holding six championship points each, and Old Boys and Excelsior four points each, the games at the Show Grounds on Saturday should be invested with added interest for spectators. Athletic will meet Old Boys on the Oval, and supporters of these clubs should be treated to a game of Rugby well •worth seeing, and on No. 2 ground another excellent match should be staged between Maheno and Excelsior. For a curtainraiser on the Oval, Waitaki will meet Athletic, and there will be the usual lower grade games, the first starting at 1,15 p.m. TEAMS FOR SATURDAY Athletic Seniors. —Campbell (2), Brown (2), Kilgour, Anderson, Wilson, Hammill, Didham, Hunt, Mather (2), Hooper, McLeod, Farrell, Henry. Sparks Athletic Juniors.—-Smith (2), Sparks, Ross, Taylor, Parker, Devon, Adams, Tavendale, Mather. Harrison, McKone, Holland, Park, Sharp. Athletic Third Grade. Sparks, Turvey, Dunlop, McHeron, Rowell (2), Mitchell. Walsh, Luxon. Ross, Tripp, Bean, McKenzie. Stringer, Dougherty, Farrell. Davis, Wilson, Patterson. Athletic Fourth Grade, at School, at I. p.m.—Halvorsen. Fulton, Mather, Brooks. Connors. Wheeler, Collins, McGee, Buzan, Turvey, Mather, Rowlands, Dodds, Shalders. Wardell, Roney. Allington. Athletic Fifth Grade, at Takaro Park, at 1.30 p.m.—McKenzie (2), Turvey, Campbell, Doran, Rowlands, Cooper, Hollow, Hood, Rowell, Keith, Kain, Nightingale, Perkins, Hunter, Hammill, Harper, Grey, O’Donnell, Stenhouse, Sprigg, Orlowski. COUNTRY TRIAL GAMES As the Waitaki Sub-union is to send in A and B teams to play Town at the Show Grounds on June 25, two trial matches will be played at Duntroon on Saturday, the first game commencing at 1.15 p.m. These games should be a good trial of the Country strength, and should attract an excellent attendance of country supporters of Rugby. The selectors have requested the following to be in attendance at the Duntroon ground at 1.15 p.m.;— Omarama. —Aubrey, Cambridge (2), Kelland, Hayward, Depree, Neale, McPhee. Kurow. —Collins. Robinson, McKinney, Stanger, Steel, A. Card, Coates, A. Nye, M. Russell. Pirates.—H. Smith, B. Grant, Linwood, McLeod, Walls, Cleave, Neill, G. Smith, W. Duffy, D. Grant, D. Smith. Otekaike. —D. Russell, Gard (3), McKay, G. Harrison, Morgan. Ross, McNeilly, J. Grant. Duntroon.-H. Dovey, T. McLean, Hedley (2), D. Sutherland. J. Wills, J. Little. Georgetown.—Russell, Morrison, T. Watson, Winchester, McEvoy, E. Strachan. Ngapara.—Watson (2), Hampton (2), Forbes, Rawcliffe, Johnston (2). Tokarahi.—Blanchard, Hore, Peterson, Scott, Manson, Green, Wright. The referees will be J. Laird and G. Watson. WOMEN’S CHRISTIAN TEMPERANCE UNION MONTHLY MEETING The monthly meeting of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union, under the presidency of Mrs Parkes, was held on Monday, there being a good attendance. Devotions were taken by Commandant Herring, who based her remarks on the first verse of Psalm xxxiv. It being White Ribbon Day, papers were read by members showing that in the years that were past a splendid work had been accomplished by the White Ribboners. With a Dominion membership of 500 and a delegation of 11 at the convention, they decided to work for women’s suffrage. They sent in the first petition for 6 o’clock closing, and, assisted by the New Zealand Alliance, sent two more, and they got it. About 44 years had passed since the first issue, and since then many ups and downs had been experienced. A move was made for women police to be appointed, but the main objective was still to be won. Licensing laws were openly flouted. These and other evils were being recognised and grappled with. The union intended to live up to its motto: “We come to uplift." The circulation of the White Ribbon was a real factor for educating electors to realise that evils caused by the drink trade could only be eradicated by eradicating the trade. In the forefront of every reform stood the White Ribbon Army, and it led to victory. HIGHLAND PIPE BAND MONTHLY MEETING Sergeant C. O. Cleverly presided at the monthly meeting of the North Otago Highland Pipe Band. The delegate to the special general meeting and Dominion contest of the Highland Pipe Bands’ Association (exPipe Major E. H. Jamieson) forwarded a report of the proceedings at the meeting. The secretary was instructed to convey to ex-Pipe Major Jamieson the sincere thanks of the officers and members of the band for his services as delegate. The North Otago Scottish Society wrote requesting the band’s attendance at the society’s monthly concert. —It was decided to attend in full uniform. Drum Sergeant Doran reported on the success of the dance held last month, and it was decided to hold a dance every month. _ Trustee James Gerrie and Piper G. Finnie were appointed as a deputation to approach the Oamaru Borough Council and request an increase in the present subsidy of £lO. A motion of thanks was passed to Mr S. Welch and his assistants for the manner in which they had attended to the collection at the Public Gardens on the occasion of the visit from the Waimate Pipe Band. An invitation for members to attend its annual ball was received from th" Palmerston Pipe Band. The secretary reported on the success of the visit of the Waimate Pipe Band, and gave a statement of the receipts and expenditure in connection with the visit, a credit balance of £1 Is 8d being shown. HAMPDEN SCHOOL COMMITTEE MONTHLY MEETING Mr J. G. Dungey occupied the chair at the monthly meeting of the Hampden School Committee. Accounts amounting to £9 13s 3d were passed for payment. Permission was granted the Watea Football Club to use the school gymnasium on Wednesday evenings. The headmaster (Mr A. Spears) reported that the school roll was 49, and the attendance for the past month satisfactory. The inspector had visited the school during the month, and Bible lessons had commenced under the tutorship of the Revs. A. W. Stace and A. R. Chisholm. It was decided to send a letter of congratulation to the president of the Otago Education Board (Mr J. Wallect) on his being mentioned in the King’s birthday honours list.

BOXING JENKIN v. DOWNS Even greater interest is now being shown in the boxing bout to be held to % ght between Stan Jenkm (O.Varu) and Barney Downs (Wellington), owing to the fact that the Oamaru Boxing Association has now arranged for Jenkin to meet George Allen (Gisborne) at Oamaru on June 30, when the New Zealand professional middle-weight title will be at stake. Maurice O’Brien, the present champion, is not defending his title, and as Jenkin and Allen are the first two challengers they are to fight for it. Having just recently lost the welter-weight title through being unable to make the weight, Jenkin will be fighting his first real middle-weight bout when he meets Downs, and the result should give a fairly good indication of his chances of securing the title in his new weight. Downs is a spectacular fighter and a hard puncher, having won four out of the six bouts he has had in the last two seasons on knock-outs. He lost by a narrow margin of points to McMahon, but defeated Bill Pluto on points. He has just recently won on knock-outs over Wally Jack and George McKay in Invercargill. One of the best preliminary programmes yet to have been staged in Oamaru has been arranged, including the following contests: —N. Jenkin (Oamaru) v. J. Ramsay (Dunedin), M. Hunter (Oamaru) v. P. Dolan (Dunedin), and B. Newton (Oamaru) v. N. Leckie (Dunedin). Bouts are also to be arranged for L. Collett and J. Rowell. The box plans are now open at Begg’s. CHILDREN’S WELARFE ASSOCIATION ANNUAL REPORT The annual report of the Health Camp Committee of the North Otago Children’s Welfare Association states that the year just completed had been the most important in the history of the association, due to the fact that the camp was inaugurated at Kurow, and was an unqualified success. After due consideration and inspection of various localities in North Otago, the committee had decided to accept the generous offer of the Kurow Jockey Club to lease its ground and buildings, and the site had proved ideal for the purpose. Further improvements were carried out by the committee, which could not be done except at considerable expense. The committee was indebted to the public of North Otago, who came to its assistance in a very handsome manner in providing the necessary funds. The committtee placed on record the valuable assistance rendered to the association ‘fay the residents .of Kurow, making special mention of the work of the Kurow Vigilance Committee and its gallant band of workers. The committee was fortunate in the personnel of its staff, and under the supervision of Mrs Spence and her voluntary assistants, the various functions were carried out without a hitch. The evidence of the value of the health camps was amply demonstrated by the result accruing from a month’s sojourn under ideal conditions. The health of the children, without exception, was remarkably good throughout the period, and many of the children showed great improvement, in their mental and nervous condition. The medical supervision of the children was undertaken by Drs A. Douglas and Aitken and Sister Kinder, and to them the committee owed a debt of gratitude. It would have been difficult to overstate the amount of care and attention given by Sister Kinder. Her report showed the valuable improvement in detail made by each child. It was interesting to note that the average gain in weight per child for the month was 4ilb. the gains ranging from 21b to 71b. The successful establishment of the camp had entailed a good deal of work and organisation, and the committee had met at frequent intervals to consider the various details as they arose. It desired to place on record its appreciation of the services of Mrs Marshall Macdonald. Her knowledge of the requirements of the fitting up of a camp and her advice was of the greatest benefit. Local cash contributions had amounted to £ll2. and contributions in kind and equipment had been in the vicinity of £2OO. The balance of the income had come chiefly from the sale of health stamps and a contribution from the art union funds. The statement of receipts and expenditure showed a small credit balance, which would be used as a nucleus for the 1938-39 camp. The committee still looked forward to improvements for the coming year, and felt sure that the North Otago public would be solidly behind the movement. The association regretted the loss of two committeemen, Messrs Patrick and Luke, through removal. They had rendered yeoman service. In conclusion, the committee thanked all those who had in any way helped to make the camp the great success that it was. With needed improvement tp the Kurow road now under consideration, the Kurow camp in future would be extensively visited by residents of the district. MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING HAMPDEN CLUB The following are the weekly scores for the Hampden Club: —P. Mansell 80 W. T. Ford 80, O. C. Gould 79, W. O.’Nicolson 79, J. Tabor 77, W. J. Nicolson 77, J. Jack 76, M. Gdanitz 76. T. Gibson 78, J. Nicolson 76. E. Nicolson 75, K. Aitcheson 75, N. Johnston 75, R. Mercer 75. H. Nicolson 75. C. Mursell 74, J. Joyce 74, F. Hampton 74, Miss I. Murray 74, R. Sowben 73. J. Aitcheson 73, W. Henderson 73, W. Gillies 73, G. Allingworth 72, J. Battersby 72, Miss D. Edmonston 70, R. Woolford 69. M. Boyes 61. OAMARU CLUB The weekly scares for the Oamaru Club are as follows:—H. Koppert 79 I—Bo, E. Roney 79—2—80. D. Richardson 79—3—80, L. Turvey 79—4—80, W. Munro 78—3—80, J. May 77—7—80, A. Anderson 77—10—80, E. Henderson 76 —4—Bo. P. Shave 76—5—80, V. Mathie 75 —6—Bo, J. Beardsmore 756 —80, W. Johnston 75—7—80, H. Curwood 74—6 —BO G. Doran 78—1—79, D. Park 78— 1—79 J. Dodds 75—4—79. H. Dyson 73 —6—79, R. Hinkley 77—1—78. J. Dunn 753 —78, T. Kennedy 753 —78, G. Roney, jun„ 72 —6—78, A, North 76—1 —77, M. Thompson 72—5—77, F. J. Fahey 72—5—77, H. Brant 76—0—76, J. Mark 72—4—76, W. May 70—5—75. PORT OF OAMARU High Water—June 16; 4.56 a.m. and 5.16 p.m. Arrival. —The Waiana (3363 tons, Dalgleish), at 8 a.m. yesterday, from Timaru. . Departure.—The Waiana, at 4 p.m. yfesterday, for Lyttelton, Wellington, and Auckland. NOTES The Karu is due about Friday, June 17. to load for Nelson and New Plymouth, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Waipahi will load here on Wednesday, June 22, for Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne, via ports. The Waiana will load here about Saturday, July 2. for Wellington and Auckland, via ports. The Karotu is loading at Newcastle coal for Lyttelton, Timaru. Oamaru. Dunedin, and Bluff. Taking cargo for Oamaru at direct rates of freight, the New Zealand Shipping Company’s motor vessel Opawa leave* Liverpool on July 2.

ST. LUKE’S CHURCH ARCHDEACON’S TWENTY-SEVEN YEARS OF MINISTRY ANNUAL REPORTS In his annual report, submitted to the parishioners of St. Luke’s Anglican Church last night, Archdeacon J. D. Russell slated that it was with very deep gratitude to God for having spared him to complete 27 years of happy ministry at St. Luke s that he met his parishioners at the annual meeting. His love for Oamaru was very deep-rooted, and he had expertcnccd so much kindness and considerstion that his work had been a very great pleasure and privilege. Ihc generous Easter offering was only one of the many kindnesses received. _ He had been greatly blessed in having the devoted and capable assistance of the Rev. Bernard Plumb, whose gifts as a preacher and speaker and Bible class leader were widely appreciated, and his earnest pastoral work and viYid spiritual personality were a great help to him. The Sunday school teachers valued his preparation, work with their lessons, and his assistance in their work, and so did the Scoutmaster, Cubmistress and choirmaster. Deepest sympathy was felt for him in his recent illness and in the death of his father. Mrs Plumb had also been a great help as President of the Ladies’ Guild and the Ngaio Girls’ Club, and as an officer m the Mothers’ Union. OBITUARY Archdeacon Russell recorded the death during the year of some of St. Luke’s valued parishioners, including Mrs Jane Winfield Lee, Mrs Frances Ada Wylie, Miss Charlotte Sumpter, Mrs Mary Robinson, Mr Alexander McCaw. Mrs Elizabeth Jane Jones. Mr Enoch James Hopley, Mr Albert J, Schluter, Mrs Mary Connor, Mrs Caroline Clark, Mrs Gertrude Godwin, Mrs Elizabeth Richardson, Mrs Caroline Sherwin, Mr Koland Ciayforth, Mr John Drabble, Mr Robert Irvine Mr Francis Milne, Mr Hector Robertson, Mr John Sutherland, Miss Sarah Orr, and James William McCurne, of St. Luke’s Scout troop, and Helen Isabella Hodgkinson, of St. Luke s Sunday School. DEPARTURES The church has suffered real loss by removal to Nelson of Mr W. K. Tomlinson, who had given yeoman service as churchwarden and vestryman for many years. Mrs Tomlinson was a valued member of St. Luke’s Guild, and Miss Tomlinson a help in many ways. Others who had left Oamaru were Mr G. E. Hollands, Mr J. H. Treseder. Mr J. T. Armstrong, Miss Eileen Brady, Mrs Bone, Mr Garnet Grave, Mr Wilfred Atkinson, Miss Eileen Rush (now Mrs Eskrick), Misses Jean and Phyllis Brook (now Mesdames Fountain and Smith), and Miss Winifred Baxter (now Mrs Wilson). BISHOP AND CLERGY In addition to the visit of their bishop for the annual confirmation, they had had inspiring visits from Miss Florence Smith and the Rev. C. W. Haskell, both of whom had done noble mission work in India, and they were thankful for the visits of the Revs. A. H. Acheson (Waimate), G. H. Schurr (Picton), A. W. C. Stace (Hampden), and J, N, Thompson (Dunedin), as well as of Archdeacon Button, who preached at the seventysecond patronal festival. They much appreciated the united services on Good Friday, and the help of St. Luke’s and St. Paul’s lay readers had been invaluable throughout the year. Mr H. C. Lightwood had been a tower of strength, and Messrs A. W. Woodward, B. Brady, B. M. Pinder, S. Grave, A. W. Kibblewhite, L. Henry. G. O. Adams, W, Atkinson, J. T. Armstrong and G. Grave had given willing and valuable service.

The help of the servers. Messrs B. Brady, W. Rush, W. Naylor, H. Stamford, N. Jenkin. S. Ombler, G. Grave and Herbert Williamson was much appreciated at services of holy communion. CHURCHWARDENS AND VESTRY Archdeacon Russell stated that he could not speak too highly of the loyal devotion to the work of tlv parish and of their personal friendship to himself, given by their churchwardens, Messrs A. Bloch and H. E. Williamson, Mr Williamson continuing" his valuable work as parish treasurer, and by their secretary, Mr W. R. F. Naylor. They had all done yeoman service, and had been well supported by an excellent vestry. It was an unprecedented experience to lose five vestrymen during the year owing to removal from the parish, their places being filled by Messrs J. F. Ericson, E. W. McKelhey, J. E. S. Newson, and C. W. Nicholas. The remaining four —Messrs H. J. Jenkins, A. M. Millar, H. C. Lightwood, and S. M. Taylorhad, with otherr set a good example of regular attendance at church servises and devotion to the business side of the activities of the parish. They were greatly pleased at the return to Oamaru of Mr and Mrs Newson, who threw themselves at once into the work of the parish, and they owed special thanks to Mr Williamson for letting the hall, and to Mr Naylor for editing St. Luke’s Gazette. LADIES’ GUILD St. Luke’s Guild, under the presidency of Mrs Plumb, and with Mrs Mollison as secretary, made successful efforts in aid of the church funds, and has arranged for a concert on June 22, a spring afternoon on September 6, and a sale during the last week of October. The Newborough Guild, under Mrs Mays as president, and Mis Kerr as secretary, held successful gift afternoons and sales of work. Mrs Holland is the new president, and Mrs Rankin secretary, and a gift afternoon will be held on August 18, and a sale on September 29. The contributions from both guilds have been a very welcome support for the vestry funds. SUNDAY SCHOOLS They owed a real debt of gratitude to the devoted Sunday school teachers and Bible class leaders. Mr Williamson at St. Luke’s, Mrs Murray at the kindergarten, and Miss Tayles at Totara had given valued service as superintendents, and Miss Forrest, at Newborough, he regretted to say, was about to leave for Australia, her place being taken by Misses Collingwood and Sumpter. Mrs Steenson continued her good work as leader of three Bible classes, Mr Plumb a valued leader of

the Y.M.8.C., and Miss Paulin, of the class for intermediate girls. He gave a welcome to Messrs Adams, Densem, and Dent, and Misses Kirby, Lightwood Brown, and R. Paulin as new teachers, and were grateful for the work of former teachers. They were proud that Peggy Williamson won the bishop’s prize at the diocesan examination, with Kitty Brain second, and were gratified that so many children passed that examination. Mr Naylors 10 years of devoted service as secretary of the Y.M.B.C. merited approbation, and Mr A. Lightwood was his successor. MOTHER’S UNION There was no more flourishing organisation than the Mothers’ Union, which gave so much practical help, and added to the spiritual assets of the parish. St. Luke’s branch with its 70 members, had had Mrs Finder as president, Mrs Cayford as secretary, and Mrs Baker as treasurer, and had now elected Mrs Williamson as president and Mrs Cowan as secretary. The Newborough branch had 13 members under the presidency of Mrs Turvey. with Mrs Brook as secretary and treasurer. The tenth birthday of St. Luke’s branch was a memorable occasion, and a beautiful banner, designed by Miss Edgar and worked by Mrs Hay, was presented by the foundation members. Visits to Dunedin for the diocesan festival, to Waimate, and to Mrs Gowan’s home at Kia Ora were greatly enjoyed. ORGANISTS AND CHOIR The good work of the organist and choir were greatly appreciated. Mr F. C. Burry had completed 35 years of service at St. Luke’s, and they gave a welcome to Misses Millar, Robinson, and Gudsell as new members. At Newborough they were indebted to Mesdames Maclntrye and Newson, and Misses Forrest and Hughes for services as organists, as well as to Mrs Meek at Enfield, Mrs Martin and Miss Tayles at Enfield, and. Mrs Sutcliffe and Mrs Williamson at Pukeuri. Miss Storey had given devoted service as librarian of St.'Luke’s choir, and Miss Wallace with the care of the ladies’ robes. COUNTRY WORK Messrs G. Holland and E. D. Holland had been faithful church .officers at Newborough, with assistance from Messrs Selfe and McKelvey. Mr H. Burgess served another year at iptara. Mr Biggs at Pukeuri. and Mrs Yuill at Enfield. C.E.M.S. Archdeacon Russell said he was very thankful for the revival of the C.E.M.S. branch, the attendances being very encouraging. Mr W. James was the secretary. He also dealt with various other activities of the church, mentioning that the harvest festivals enabled them to send nearly a ton of produce and over £l3 to the diocesan orphanages. The Scripture Union continued its useful work under Mrs Steensons leadership and Miss Gifford’s continued interest, and among those whose work and assistance in church activities were acknowledged were Mr Walter Rush, Mr A. A. barsdell. Miss Violet Irwin, Mrs Ingles. Mr Finder, Miss McDouall, Miss D. Williams. Mr J. Frew. Mrs Rankin, Mrs Bone, Mrs Shannahan. Miss Collingwood, Miss Glyn, Miss Sumpter. Miss Brook. Mrs Kerr. Mr Rankin, Mr Holland. Mr Brook, Mr Hollands, Mr Selfe, Ngaio Girls’ Club, under Mrs Plumb’s presidency, with Miss Uttley as secretary, Miss Middleton, Mrs Armstrong, Miss Olive Irwin, Miss K. Robins. Miss Welsh, Miss A. Colenso, Mr Brady, Miss Maud Simkin, Miss Hanley, Mrs Mays. Mrs Hughes. Mr J Crisp. Mr Williamson, Mr Rickman, and Mr Macpherson. STATISTICS There were 53 baptisms, 23 marriages, 25 burials, and 49 candidates were confirmed. There were 245 young people in our Sunday schools and Bible classes at St. Luke’s, Newborough, and Totara. with 30 teachers. FINANCE The treasurer’s financial statement showed a debit balance of £B3 5s 4d, which was £3 greater than last year. The offertories at St. Luke’s had increased by £l2, and those at Newborough by about the same, but the country offertories were not so good. The Sunday school offerings were up to the average, and there was an increase of £1 10s in receipts from the letting of the hall. The ladies guilds had contributed £l2 more than last year. The sum of £36 had been paid off the account for the heaters, which left £4O still due. Several new subscribers had been secured for the envelope system, which was the backbone of the parish finance. The church was £2O short of its missionary quota of £l2O. but it was hoped that the deficit would be contributed by the end of the month. A total of £137 had been given last year. WARDENS’ ANNUAL REPORT In their annual report the wardens thanked Venerable Archdeacon Russeh for his wonderful work in the parish and with the sick and needy. It was a pleasure for them to hear so many of other denominations, as well as their own parishioners, being loud in their praises of his kindness. In October of this year he would celebrate his seventieth birthday, and he had been vicar of the parish for 27 years. They wished that he might be spared for many years to come. They also thanked the Rev Bernard O. Plumb for his good work in the parish and especially with the young people. They sincerely condoled with him in the loss of his father. They thanked the organist and choirmaster (Mr F. Burry) for his work during the year, and also the members of the choir. They hoped that in years to come those who were able to join the choir would do so, and submitted that it was the duty of all who were able to sing to give their services to the church, and thereby assist in making the church services more attractive. To the Mothers’ Union, both at St. Luke’s and Newborough, to the Ladies’ Guild, and to the other institutions belonging to the church they gave most hearty thanks for their splendid work during the year. They expressed gratitude to the superintendent and teachers of the Sunday school, whose good work Ihev appreciated, and to the verger for his good services. They were sorry to say that the balance sheet showed a debit balancg of £B3. They recognised (hat many of the parishioners gave to their utmost to the church, but there were also many of the Anglican Church community in the town who never attended or assisted. They respectfully asked them to attend and assist in the coming year. In conclusion they thanked all parishioners who had assisted in carrying out the good work for God’s services. GENERAL NEWS The first-aid class, conducted by the St. John Ambulance Association, was commenced on Tuesday night, when Dr Lennox Douglas, who was introduced by Archdeacon Russell,, lectured to an excellent attendance of members. Mr E. S. Brewster reports that during the recent heavy rains almost seven inches were recorded in Awamoko, and a considerable amount of damage was done to recently-sown wheat. At Hillgrove 4.31 inches of rain were recorded by Mr W. D. Trotter for the four days ended at 8 a.m. on Tuesday The annual meeting of the North Otago Children’s Welfare Association

will be held in the Mayor’s room on Monday next at 7.30 p.m. During the past few nights Oamaru residents have been startled in some cases by fairly loud reports, which, however, are nothing to cause alarnn as they have been due to blasting atthe Harbour Board’s quarry. : ; — t KUROW Miniature Rifle Shooting The weekly shoot of the Miniature Rifle Club was held on the club's range on Tuesday last, with a fair attendance of members. The shooting was of a lower standard than the previous week, being 76.6 against 77.7 for the first 10 men. E. S. Wills was the winner of the rifle button, and K. Robinson of the handicap button. The following were the highest scores: E. S. Wills, F. Todd, J. McKay 78, A. Fuller, K. Robinson, T. Sanders 77, I. R. Jackson, M. Stainger 76, C. W. Cogger 75, P. Short, G. Jefferies 74, K. Morrison, F. MacDonald 72, T. Lawlor 70, L. Worthington 69, G. McLean 68. The Weather The weather during the past has been fair. Rain developed on, Friday evening, and continued oh Saturday, clearing a little by the evening. The rainfall for the week-end., recorded at Glencary Station was 245’ points, and at Station Peak 255 points. The barometer fell to 28.78 on Saturday, but is rising steadily. Complimentary Dance The Omarama Hall was well filled on Saturday evening when a complimentary social and dance was tendered to Mr W. Collins, who for the past 15 years has been the driver of the Omarama mail coach. The chairman (Mr A. F. T. Munro) welcomed those present, and said that they were very sorry to lose Mr Collins. On behalf of the Omarama district, Mr Munro presentee}, Mr Collins with a rug, a brass woodbox and firescreen, and a cheque. Mr Collins, in reply, thanked the many friends he had made. Apologies were received from Mr H. J. Wardell, Mr W. T. Wardell, Mr W. Preston, Mr lan Anderson, and Mr A. H. McKin-,' non. Other speakers for the evening were Miss MacDonald (Lake Mr D. Kain (Lindas road),- Mr A. Munro (Berwin), Mr H. E. Cameron’) (Otematata), and Mr D. E. Neave onr behalf of the Kurow Motor Company, .- Ltd. During the evening a solo was -' rendered by Miss M. Valentine. Thao music was supplied by Mr and Mraru T. McAughtrie. and -the M.C. was Mro A. F. T. Munro. CMinisterial Visit • It has been announced that the Min-‘t ister of Public Works (Mr R. Semple) 1 will give an address at Kurow on'J Wednesday, June 22. V Euchre Party ■ . There was a good attendance at a’’; euchre party held in the Kurow Memorial Hall on Monday, the fends being,) in aid of the hall. Mr Robinson J was the winner of the first prize and',, Mrs T. Duffy second. Golf Club ; A match will be played against th»./ Clen-cary Golf Club on Saturday, June 25, and the teams will be announced later. The following is the draw for, the President’s Button Competition:— r; Mrs A. C. Robinson v. Mrs A. Dunstan, Mrs A. T. Valentine v. Mrs W. Robin- / son, Miss Cairns v. Miss Ellis. Mrs” Grainger v. Miss Hannah, Miss Smith'..' v. Mrs Bates, DrAitken v. Miss Wil-) locks, Mrs Dickson v. Miss I; I* McGregor, Miss Austin v. Mrs J. A. 'J Munro, Mrs Lawlor v. Miss Worthing-;, ton. ' , Personal oS Mrs J. Lousley left last Saturday for Invereargill, where she will reside with her sister. , Mr and Mrs F. Nye left on Wednes-) day morning for Rotorua, where Mr)' 1 Nye is to undergo treatment. ■j. Social Evening . The Hakataramea Lawn Tennis Club"!' held an enjoyable dance in the Haka-.) taramea Hall on Saturday There was a good attendance, and the,.,, trophies that had been won during the ' past season were presented by Mrs Welsh. Mr L. A. Gourley (president) thanked Mrs S. Welsh and Mr A. Dun-' ' stan for presenting the challenge cup, which was won by Miss Betty Welsh, and the men’s challenge cup by Mr A. Bradley. Music was supplied by Miss N. Nye and extras by Messrs H. Cameron, D. Kennedy, and T. Hollands. Mr D. Russell was the M.C.