NORTH OTAGO AND PROVINCIAL SECTION

Otago Daily Times, Issue 23672, 2 December 1938, Page 13

NORTH OTAGO AND PROVINCIAL SECTION

THE OAMARU DISTRICT

NEWS OF THE DAY

(FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT)

COLLISION ON MAIN ROAD NO ONE INJURED MOTOR TRUCK CAPSIZES On Wednesday evening at the intersection of the White Rocks road and the Main South road, a short distance below the Deborah railway station, a collision between a motor car and motor truck occurred. The truck was proceeding north on the White Rocks road, and the car was also proceeding north on the Main road. The car struck the front of the truck and pushed it into the side of the road, where it capsized on its side. The occupants of the truck received minor injuries, but the truck itself was considerably damaged. The occupants of the-car escaped injury, and the car, though badly dented about the body, was able to continue its journey.* THE SUNSHINE ABOVE THE AVERAGE FIGURES FOR NOVEMBER The sunshine recorded by Mr D. S. Bain at Oamaru during November totalled 167 i hours, compared with 250 J hours for this month last year, and, though the hours are fewer than for November, 1937, they exceed the hours for this month of 1935 and 1936. During last month there were 10 days on which nine hours of sunshine, or more, were recorded, including two days of 12 hours, and four of over 13 hours. No sunshine was recorded on seven days, and only one and a-quarter days during the last four days of the month. For the 11 months of the year the total sunshine has reached 1630 hours, and for the corresponding period of 1937 the total was 1657 hours. The total for the full 12 months of this year, however, is expected to pass last year’s total, as last December was exceptional, with less than 100 hours. OBITUARY MISS C. L. GRENFELL By the death on Wednesday of Miss Constance Lovell Grenfell, Oamaru has lost a gracious, kindly personality, whose name will always be linked with acts of kindness throughout the community) Miss Grenfell was the only daughter of Mr G. L. Grenfell and the late Mrs Grenfell, and she was very highly esteemed for her work on behalf of several humanitarian instutions. She showed a combination of strength and gentleness in her character which made itself apparent to all who knew her, and had an exceptional love for birds and animals. For many years Miss Grenfell was the devoted and chief executive worker of the North Otago Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, until ill-health caused her to resign. She was also a prominent member of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union, and of the Theosophical Society. Her quiet, unassuming manner and fine character gained for her the love and respect of the community, by whom much sympathy is felt for her father and relatives in their loss. CRICKET

TEAMS FOR TO-MORROW Union Juniors v. School, at School at 1.15.—L. Blair, A. Forces, May, Brooker, L. Forbes, R. Parker, Aitcheson, Smith, Robertson, Mason, Hedges. Falconer. , „ . . _ , Oamaru Juniors v. Albion, at Tokaro Park.—Russel, Middleton, R, Campbell, Rutherford, Parker, Smjth, Sloan. Milne, Doran, Thomson. Wilson. PERSONAL Mr J. Stewart will leave Oamaru at the end of next week to take up a position on the staff of the Central Otago Electric Power Board at Alexandra. Mr Stewart, who is president of the North Otago Rugby Referees’ Association, has taken, a prominent part in this sport for many years past, and his services will be greatly missed. All good wishes will go with him for his success in Central Otago- . , TT .. . Mr A. R. Leslie, of Lower Hutt, is spending a short holiday in Oamaru, and is staying with his sister. Mrs W. Couper, Wharfe street. Mr Alex. Murdoch, who was at one time an officer in the Oamaru Chief Post Office, is visiting Oamaru. Mr J. W. Chilcott, formerly of Oamaru, is visiting friends in Oamaru. Visitors to the Town New Club Hotel—Mr C. G. Finney, Mr B. W. Staff, Mr L. C. Pearcey. Mr S. H. Provost, Mr W. McKenzie, Mr P Irving (Christchurch), Mr L. Jansen Mr and Mrs R. J. Anderson (Wellington), Mr W. Gray Henderson, Mr S. D. Muirhead, Mr E. R. Rout, Mr S. R. Whyte, Mr J. Morrison (Dunedin). Queen’s Hotel. —Mr A. G. Justice, Mr J. Lament, Mr S. F. Thew, Mr John A. Bradley, Mr P. G. Ward, Mr R. Bastings. Mr T. Barkla, Mr and Mrs Taylor (Dunedin), Mr A. McMaster (Wellington), Mr W. G. Taylor. Mr J. Darby. Mr J. G. Kay. Mrs M. Turner, Mr John Downs. Mr Simmons (Christchurch).

KENNEL CLUB ANNUAL MEETING LACK OF PUBLIC SUPPORT A discussion took place at the annual meeting of the North Otago Kennel Club whether or not the club was warranted in continuing its activities considering the poor support it was getting from the public. The president (Dr A. Smith Morton) said the club had not received the support from the public that it deserved. The club was down in the gate takings for the annual show, and the ribbon parades had not been a success, as they had not received the support that was expected. After a discussion on the matter it was decided to hold the annual show again this year as usual. The annual report and balance sheet were adopted. Election of Officers

The election of officers resulted as follows; —Patron, Mr D. H. Reid; vicepatrons—Drs R. Orbell, R. S. J. Fitzgerald, Major H. S. Orbell, Messrs J. Fraser, J. Meikle, G. Elvidge, Ken Austen, R. Finch, A. Foster, J. R. Sewell, J. Grant, and J. B. Grave; president, Dr A. Smith Morton; vicepresidents, Messrs M. F. Woodward and E. Vernor; veterinary surgeon, Mr G. C. Hayhurst; auditor, Mr R. Finch; treasurer, Mr L. R. Jordan; secretary, Mr A. D. Gibson; show manager, Mr S. Brown; committee—Messrs G. C. Hayhurst, W. H. Wylie, J. Forrester, C. Hedges, G. H. Donaldson, H. F. Maude, S. Spiers. It was decided to forward a letter of thanks to Mr R. Finch for his interest in the club and his helpful suggestions. A vote of thanks was also passed to the retiring officers and the secretary. KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS MAJESTIC THEATRE “ The Singing Marine ” Time was when extravaganza, in the vernacular of screenland, meant just so many things—song and dance numbers, depressingly similar tableaux, a thread bare story, and a cast of stellar prominence. But extravaganza must have gained a new significance, for that appellation has been applied to “The Singing Marine,” Dick Powell’s latest and most notable success, which will be screened to-night finally. Dick, for once, is a tongue-tied, awkward boy, and that after two years in the ranks of Uncle Sam's marines. Then one day he meets one of the opposite sex, and that starts off the story. ‘The Singing Marine” is one of the most satisfying films from every angle. Songs there are in plenty, and the quality and rhythm are par excellence. Larry Adler, mouth organ virtuoso, does all but make the reed instrument speak; the story is definitely bright, and the dancing of a high order. Hugh Herbert and Doris Weston are prominent members of the cast. “Romance for Three” “Romance for Three," the bright, non-stop comedy in which a number of people get their identities thoroughly mixed at an alpine holiday resort, is showing to-morrow afternoon and night. There is not a dull moment in the picture, which features a galaxy of talent, including Frank Morgan, Robert Young, Florence Rice, Mary Astor, Edna May Oliver, Reginald Owen, and Herman Bing. As a millionaire Viennese manufacturer who yearns for a return to simple pleasures, Frank Morgan wins a free holiday in a slogan competition conducted by his own firm, and spends it in the Alps, taking with him his butler (Reginald Owen), who is also incognito. Unfortunately, the millionaire becomes involved with a divorcee (Mary Astor), and his housekeeper, the formidable Edna May Oliver, rushes to the scene to try to smooth things out before it is too late. Also at the hotel is the young man who has won a free holiday in the same competition, and he finds romance in the Alps with Morgan’s daughter. The two young people are, of course. Robert Young and Florence Rice. In order to win his love she poses as a poor girl, and it te when all return to Vienna that some explanations are due. Troubles do not end with the return to the city, as the divorcee is determined to sue Morgan for breach of promise. The film abounds in comedy, and there are some particularly humorous scenes between Morgan and Herman Bing, a porter at the hotel. The supports are excellent. The box plans are at the Bristola. OPERA HOUSE “Heart of Arizona Hunted Men” Two of the finest, full-of-action features had their premiere at the Opera House last night, to a large and appreciative audience. Clarence E. Mulford’s latest “ Hoppy ” series, “Heart of Arizona,” with William Boyd as “ Hopalong Cassidy,” and George Hayes making a welcome return to the screen as the incomparable “Windy,” is the main attraction. "Hunted Men,” with Lloyd Nolan, Mary Carlisle and Lynn Overman in the stellar roles, is certainly a picture of thrills. To-night is the final screening of this story of gangdom’s last stand, as the law closes in on it, “Condemned Women” “Condemned Women”—one of tomorrow’s attractions at the Opera House, has a fine cast to give entertainment that is rare on the talking screen. Sally Eilers, Louis Howard, Anne Shirley and a fine supporting cast give a performance that they have never attempted before. It will open patrons’ eyes when the secret of a women’s penitentiary is revealed. “ Marry the Girl ” About as many laugh winning players as Warner Brothers had on their own lot, or could rally from outside sources, were poured into “ Marry the Girl,” the wild and hilarious farcecomedy, which has its local premier to-morrow night and at the matinee, at the Opera House. Frank McHugh, for example, star of “Three Men on a Horse,” Hugh Herbert, fresh from his triumph in “Sing Me a Love Song,” Mary Boland, long famed on screen and stage, Mischa Auer, of “My Man Godfrey” fame. Allen Jenkins, Teddy Hart, Hugh O’Connell, Olin Howland, and a dozen more. The head of all these is Hugh Herbert, most eccentric of all. His man-of-all-work is Fr?(nk McHugh, and his sister, the brains of the establishment, Miss Boland.

ROAD SAFETY WEEK PROCESSION OF FLOATS The Transport Department (Dunedin) advises alterations in the itinerary of the procession of floats in connection with Road Safety Week. The procession will arrive at Oamaru at 5.56 p.m. on Monday next, and afterwards those taking part will have tea in Oamaru. and then proceed on to Palmerston. After touring southern towns, the procession is scheduled to return to Oamaru at 11 a.m. next Thursday. HEAVY RAINFALL .MONTHLY FIGURES The rainfall for the month of November in Oamaru, as recorded by Mr William Forrester, reached the total of 2.63 in. This is greatly in excess of the amount recorded in November, 1937, when the fall was only 46 points. The rainfall for the 11 months of the year ended November 30 is 30.78 in. compared with 13.68 in for the corresponding period last year. Rain fell on the following days:— Ist, 13 points; 7th, 1; 9th, 28; 13th, 1; 13th, 3; 15th, 11; 16th, 12; 18th, 7; 21st, 109; 25th, 26; 28th. 49; 29th, 3. • CUSTOMS RETURNS INCREASED REVENUE The following are the Oamaru Customs returns for last month (the figures for November of last year being shown in parentheses):—Customs duties, £2480 7s lid (£2261 8s 7d); sales tax, £243 15s 6d (£331 15s 7d); petrol tax. £1975 19s 6d (£1986 11s); marine revenue, £lB 11s Id (£lB 17s 4d); miscellaneous, £9l 6s 2d; —totals, £4BIO Os 2d (£4598 12s 6d). LAWN TENNIS TEAMS FOR TO-MORROW Awamoa A v. Meadowbank, at Awamoa.—L. Green, C. Stevens, N. Glass, J. Familton, Misses E. Sutton. B. Humphries, Mrs Bradley, Miss V. Slater. Wesley v. Papakaio, at Papakaio.—D. Robbie. W. Anderson, W. Bradshaw, D. Laurie, D. Cairns, S. Jones. Mesdames Crisp, Robbie, Kennedy, Mulligan, Miss D. Freeman. Mrs Mackie. PORT STATISTICS MONTHLY FIGURES The port statistics for the Port of Oamaru for last month are as follows: Coastal: Outwards 1254 tons (flour 809, pollard and bran 210, lime 45, eggs 42, oats 32, empty sacks 28, woollens 19, household effects 18, oaten products 6, empty returns 5, tallow 4, wool 3, Lane’s Emulsion 626 cases); inwards 730 tons (coal 221, sugar 96, empty return crates 40, pipes 23, household effects 12. salt 6, steel bars 5, timber 4, motor spirit 14. seeds 1, 13 motor cars, 2 motor lorries). SHIPPING ACTIVITIES PORT OF OAMARU High Water— December 2; 10.48 a.m. and 11.12 p.m. Notes The Waipahi will load on Tuesday, December 6, for Wellington, Nelson, and New Plymouth, via ports. The Wainui will load on Wednesday, December 7, for Wellington, Napier, and Gisborne, via ports. The Waikouaiti, from Newcastle, Port Kembla. and Sydney, for Bluff, Dunedin, Timaru, Lytelton, and Oamaru, is due at this port about December 8. ITEMS OF INTEREST IN AND ABOUT TOWN St. John Ambulance The St. John Ambulance travelled 286 miles and effected 14 removals during last month. They were not called upon to attend any accidents.

Vital Statistics The Oamaru vital statistics for November are as follows:—Births 19, deaths 8, marriages 6. Sale of Freehold Property Messrs J. D. Familton, under instructions from the Public Trustee, will offer at auction a quarter-acre freehold section, with dwelling, in Hull street, at the firm’s rooms, on Friday, December 9. Particulars are advertised. PALMERSTON Bowling The following rinks have been selected to represent the Palmerston Club against Seacliff (at Seacliff) on Saturday next, the bus leaving Palmerston at 1.45 p.m.: Low, Dowie, R. Wilson, Black; McLeod, Sheppard, Pickett, Cameron; J. Philip, Mcßae, Stewart, Sinclair. Road Safety Week Advice has been received from the Commissioner of Transport that the six decorated floats in the department’s procession from Christchurch to Invercargill in connection with the “ Road Safety Week” will arrive at Palmerston late on Monday evening, camping overnight. At 9 o’clock on Tuesday morning there will be a procession in Palmerston, after which the floats will depart for Dunedin.

The Rainfall The rainfall for November (recorded by Mr W. M. Wilson, Tiverton street) was 5.21 inches. Rain fell on 13 days during the month, the readings being: November 1, 67 points; November 8, 5; November 9,5; November 10, 37; November 12, 17; November 16, 19; November 19, 20; November 21, 5; November 22, 177; November 26, 29; November 28, 25; November 29, 103; November 30, 12.