North Otago and Provincial Section

Otago Daily Times, Issue 24261, 1 April 1940, Page 10

North Otago and Provincial Section

THE OAMARU DISTRICT

EASTER SINGLES

FINAL RACE

WON BY D. H. THOMSON

WON BY RENNIE’S CREW

The final of the Singles of the Oamaru Easter tournament was played at the Phoenix green on Saturday, D. H. Thomson beating J. Brown 20—13. Both are members of the Phoenix Club. The card read 8 all at the tenth, but Thomson then went to the front to lead 12—8, and 14—12, and with a brace of 3’s to Brown’s single, won by a margin of 7 points. CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS Fours Competition

The Champion of Champions Fours were played at Phoenix on Saturday, on the two-life system, and at the conclusion of the day’s play the Maheno. Meadowbank, and Awamoa representatives remained in. each with one life. Results:— First Round—T. Livingstone, J. M. Saville, A. Todd, N. J. Caldwell (Maheno) 18 beat A. Watson, Beveridge, A. Bremner, J. T. Adams (Phoenix) 10: W. Belcher, D. J. Ross, S. Jackson, A. B. Lang (Hampden) 16 beat J. Crisp, R. Thomson, R. Keen, T. R. Berrv (Meadowbank) 12: Cleverley, H. Stichman, W. Oats, J. G. Christie (Awamoa) 26 beat Cameron. Weaver. Wates, Polwarth (Weston) 18. Second Round.—Caldwell 21 beat Lang 11, Adams 17 beat • Christie 5. Berry 18 beat Polwarth 15. Third Round.—Caldwell a bye, Berry 20 beat Adams 7, Christie 16 beat Lang 9. Semi-final.—Berry a bye, Christie 22 beat Caldwell 13. B.S.A. v. Awamoa The match between the Oamaru Returned Soldiers’ Association and Awamoa, at Awamoa, on Saturday afternoon, was abandoned after the afternoon tea adjournment on account of the steady rain which had set in. Mr W. M. Richardson (president) extended to the returned men a very cordial welcome, to which Mr C. Hollo replied. The invitation to play a match at Awamoa next season was accepted, and the ladies were warmly thanked for dispensing afternoon tea. The games, up to the, abandonment of play, were thoroughly enjoyed by all players.

CRICKET

RAIN STOPS PLAY

RIFLE SHOOTING

MEADOWBANK CLUB Presentation of Trophies

OAMARU DEFENCE CLUB

The wind-up social and presentation of prizes of the Meadowbank Club was held in the club pavilion on Saturday night Mr J. Hart (president) occupying the chair. Associated with him were Messrs J. A. Dunbar, W. Denholm, and H. Hay (North Otago Bowling Centre). D. H Thomson (New Zealand Bowling Council), D. R. Corson (Phoenix), and H. C. Jeffery (Awamoa), and J. H. Mushet (secretary)

As a mark of respect to the Prime Minister (Mr M. J Savage) those present stood in silence. The trophies won during the season were presented as follows by Mr J. Hart to the winners, all of whom were congratulated on their success:—Championship Singles. G. Atkinson: Championship Pairs, E. H, Taylor and W. Campbell: Champioship Fours —J. Crisp, R. H. Thomson, R. Keen. T. R. Berry: Club Pairs. F Rudduck and J. Crisp: Handicap Singles. R. H. Thomson: Colts' Singles. R. Rusbatch; Club Fours—V. Doran, J. Robertson, R. Keen. A. Mitchell. Mr Dunbar presented the centre certificate to E. H. Taylor and W. Campbell for winning the Champion of Champions’ Pairs. The following toast list was honoured: — " The King ”: “ Kindred Sports,” Mr T. R. Berry—Messrs H Symon (tennis), A. Marshall (Rugby), D. H. Thomson (cricket), B. B. Blackmore v(athletics); “ North Otago Bowling Centre,” Mr G. Atkinson—Mr J. A. Dunbar; " Sister Clubs,” Mr J. Crisp—Messrs H. C. Jeffery (Awamoa). D. R. Corson (Phoenix). S. Mollison (Edgeware): “The Army, Navy, Air Force, and Nursing Division,” Mr H. E. Wedde—Mr T. R. Berry; “The Prize Winners,” Mr S. Mollison —Messrs G. Atkinson and A. Mitchell: “The Entertainers,” Mr J. H. Mushet; “ The Ladies,” 1 Mr J. Hart; “The Press,’* Mr A. Marshall; “ The Secretary.” Mr J. Hart; “ The Stewards,” Mr Atholl Robertson—Mr T. Genge; and “ The Chairman.”

A very enjoyable musical programme had been arranged, those contributing items being Messrs J, McLean, P. McLaughlin, J. Macmillan, 8.-.8.,) Blackmore, and W. Denholm. “ ' The accompaniments were played by J. Macmillan.

GOLF

STROKE HANDICAP

The results of a stroke handicap, played by the North Otago Golf Club on Saturday, are as follows:—J. Catto-91—24 —37, N. McQuaJe 94—24—70, W. E. ' Judkins 101—30—71, C. R. Hedges 77—5—72, F. S. Milnes 81—9—72, A. Mcßeath 81—8—73, M. Fastier 83—10—73, S. Burton 103—30 —73, J. L. Blair 76—2—74, A. Millar 86—12 —74. D V. G, Smith 88—14—74, G. J. Sceats 88—14—74, D. L. Patterson 98—24 —74, H. M Ewart 84—9—75, H. M. Willis 101—25—76 E. Fraser 88—10—78, E. F. Armstrong 94—8—86. Draw for Medal Match

The draw for the medal match on Wednesday is as follows: — First Tee.—Mrs Grater v. Miss Lane, Mrs Meek v. Miss Armstrong, Mrs Ireland v. Mrs Burton, Mrs Mcßeath v. Miss P. Robins. Mrs Ewart v. Mrs Irving, Miss Garrey v. Mrs Turvey, Miss McQuade v. Miss Robins, Mrs Wilson v. Miss Nicolls, Mrs Jordan v. Mrs Donaldson, Mrs Mitchell v Mrs Crawshaw, Mrs Forrest v. Miss Simpson, Mrs McDouall v. Mrs Watson, Mrs McEwan v. Mrs Barclay, Mrs Hunter v. Mrs Spooner, Miss ShaylsGeorge v. Mrs Farrell. Tenth Tee.—Miss Smith v. Mrs Yeoman, Mrs Murison v. Mrs Taylor, Miss Williams v. Miss Barker, Mrs Tait v. Miss Gerrie, Mrs Steenson v. Miss Maude, Mrs Fraser v. Miss Brewster, Miss Henderson v. Mrs Sowden, Mrs McKerrow v. Mrs McDowell.

Stableford Match

The best cards returned in the Stableford match last week were as follows: First Division: Mrs Ireland 26 —8 —34, M:> Meek 23—11—34. Second Division: Mrs Smith 14—20—34, Mrs Irving 5—27—32.

KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS

MAJESTIC THEATRE

Well out of the ordinary run as a picture and of particular interest in that it displays yet another aspect of Charles Laughton’s many-sided genius is “ The Beachcomber,” which will be shown again to-night and on Tuesday. Probably the screen’s foremost character actor, Laughton has an entirely novel part in this film as a ragged, lazy, good-for-nothing remittance man who inhabits a lovely South Sea Island along with one or two other men and a large company of beautiful girls His adventures with a missionary, played by Elsa Lanchester, who is at pains to reform him, form the basis of the picture, which is a delight from start to finish. Whether the film would be so successful with less distinguished actors in the leading parts it is difficult to say. Laughton, Miss Lanchester (who is his wife), Tyrone Guthrie, and Robert Newton fit their parts so perfectly and fill the whole film with such obstreperous comic gusto that no one else seems possible.

OPERA HOUSE

Jackie Cooper, who scored such worldwide success in “ Boy of the Streets,” gives an even greater performance in Monogram’s " Gangster’s Boy,” which conies to the' Opera House to-night and Wednesday night. A stirring, dramatic story of the high school generation. “ Gangster's Boy ” is a vehicle perfectly suited to Cooper’s extraordinary talents, and gives him opportunities he has never had before.

“Feather Your Nest”

The legion of followers of George Formby will be jubilant when they hear that George will be seen at the Opera House to-night and on Wednesday night in one of his earliest successes, ” Feather Your Nest.” In this side-splitting comedy, George is in one of his funniest moods. No picures will be shown tomorrow night.

ITEMS OF INTEREST

IN AND ABOUT TOWN

Ram Fair

BOWLING OAMARU BOATING CLUB

The final race of the season was held over the week-end by the Oamaru Boating Club, under rough water conditions. Three crews faced the starter, and in the first heat C. Rennie and K. Patterson defeated D Marshall and D. Sparks by half a length. The final was won by C. Rennie and K. Patterson, who beat B. Patterson and Sparks by two lengths. The club will conclude the season’s activities with a wind-up social in the Coquet Street Hall on Saturday, when the trophies will be presented to the winners.

Rain interfered with the one-day matches on Saturday, which were to wind up the season. One game was defaulted, and a second was abandoned on account of the rain. The third, between School and Union, was resumed after the rain. Union securing the required number of runs to win on the first innings. In the Second Grade competition Albion defeated School by 70 runs in the first innings Albion made 190 runs for five wickets, declared (Irvine 39, Harrington 12, Jacobs 18 retired, Mclvor 52, Gleeson 39 not out, Halkett 10 not out). School replied with 118 runs (O’Connell 15, Ireland 25, Grlmmett 20), and in the second strike D Smith made 82 and O’Connell 48. Gleeson took four wickets, Sutherland three and Campbell two for Albion; and Grlmmett, Hall and Smith two wickets each for School.

The Oamaru Defence Rifle Club held a draw sweepstake shoot on Saturday afternoon at 300 and 500 yards, which was won by G. Allan and G. Doran, second place going to H. Koppert and- W. Smith. A light northerly wind blew down the range at 300 yards, and at 500 yards a light rain fell, with poor visibility for most part of the shoot. G. Allan put up a creditable performance by scoring 48 at 300 yards and 50 at 500 yards, making a total of 98 Out of 100 for the day. Results:—

SHIPPING ACTIVITIES PORT OF OAMARU High Water.—April 1: 9.23 a.m. and 9.50 p.m. Coastal Movements The m.v. Karu Is due on Thursday, April 4, to load for Wellington, Nelson and New Plymouth, via Timaru and Lyttelton. The Weinui is due to-morrow to load for Wellington,. Napier and Gisborne, via ports. , The Waipiata, from Auckland, is- due to load about Saturday, April 6. fcjr Wellington and Auckland, via Timaru and Lyttelton.

The annual ram fair will be held in the Showgrounds on Wednesday. Large entries have been received, and the sale will therefore commence at 10 a.m. Municipal Leaseholds

Two municipal leaseholds were offered at public auction on Saturday by Messrs Bruce Christie and Co., being sold at the upset to the lessee’s, as follows: —Section 59, block xl, Mr Thomas Brechon; and several sections in block ii, Awamoko, Mr David McKenzie.

Fighting Services Appeal The contributions to the Y.M.C.A. and Salvation Army appeal for funds for comforts and huts for the fighting services have reached a total of £369 14s 6d. Some lists have not yet been returned from the country districts, and as it is thought some intending donors have not yet sent >n their contributions, the closing date for the appeal has been extended to Saturday, Anril 6.

ST. PATRICK’S CONCERT The main centre of attraction in Oamaru to-morrow night will be the St Patrick’s concert in the Opera House. Outstanding local and visiting performers will appear, and a one-act play will be presented. Patrons are assured of an excellent Irish programme, and the Oamaru Garrison Municipal Band will play selections before the concert. The box plan is at the Bristola.

300 500 yds. yds. Tl. G, Allan 50 — 98 H. Koppert .. .. .. .. 49 45 — 94 R. McLatchie .. .. 43 — 91 N. McLatchle .. .. 46 — 89 J. Leslie .. .. 43 44 — 87 G. Doran 41 — 86 R. Smith .. .. 40 45 — 85 W. Smith .. .. 43 42 — 85 E. Roney 41 — 85 R. McEwan .. .. 39 • 85 I. Steenson .. .. .. .. 40 44 — 84 W. Harbour .. .. 43 — 82 J. Murdoch .. .. .. .. 36 38 — 74 F. Fahey .. .. 33 21 — 54