NORTH OTAGO NEWS

Otago Daily Times, Issue 24912, 11 May 1942, Page 7

NORTH OTAGO NEWS

AMATEUR ATHLETICS A VALUABLE WORK TRIBUTE BY THE MAYOR A high tribute was paid by the Mayor "(Mr J, C. Kirkness) on Saturday night to the exceedingly valuable services given by Mr R. E. Dimick over a long period of years in encouraging amateur athletics among the young people of the community. Mr Kirkness was speaking at a function- held by the North Otago Amateur Athletic Association in the LyricHall, and he said that Mr Dimick and all associated with him were to be congratulated On the organisation, which was carrying on with its good work despite war conditions. " You have a wonderful youth organisation in the association," said Mr Kirkness, " and the citizens appreciate to tha full all you have done and are doing for the young people." He said that the work was not done for nothing, for it meant a lot of sacrifice, and a lot of time was taken up, but it was well worth while, for the spirit behind the movement was the spirit that made for the best type of citizenship. He heartily congratulated Mr Dimick, and wished him every success in the splendid work he was carrying out for the benefit of the community. Banquet for Juniors It was not possible to hold the usual end-of-season function this year, as so many senior members are on active service overseas, but the usual banquet was Riven to the boys an'd girls, followed by the presentation of trophies. Mr R. E. Dimick- (president) was in the chair, and with him were the Mayor. Mrs Dimick. Mrs Allan Clark, Mr J. Stevenson, and the secretary (Mr T. Croft). The junior trophies were presented by Mrs Clark, the certificates won during the year by Mrs Dimick and the trophies by the Mayor. Additional interest was given to the presentation of cups, as they were accompanied by handsome athletic medals sent to the club by a prominent and enthusiastic member, Mr A. L. Fagg. who is now with the forces overseas. The Trophies The trophies were presented as follows: Senior Cup, E. Mitchell; Woodham Cup (most points juniors), lan Gardiner; run-ner-up, Jack McCombie; Sallis Cup (most points women), Miss Edith McKone; run-ner-up. Miss Valerie Burgess; Junior Hurdles Cup, Clarence Melton; P. G. Ward Cup (javelin throwing), lan Gardiner; Hedges Cup (sprints), lan Gardiner; Darling Cup (firms relay), Woolworths; badges—B. Robertson, N. Devon, E. Sutton, S. Peat, I. Melton, B. Watson. J. McCombie, Misses B. Stringer and P. Hammill; bars—U. Bain,. B. Paton, E. Mitchell, R. Ingles, F. Arscott, I. Gardiner, J. McKone, A. Drabble. Misses M. Dodds. V. Burgess, E. McKone, D. Stock, A. McDougall, J. Prentice. Boys under 14 years: Clark Shield (most points). Henry Rowell; runner-up, L. Tempero; third, E. Sutton, Girls under 14 years: Clark Shield (most .points), Sylvia Allington; runner-up, Lor- ' raine Burke; third, Maureen Connor. Boys under 12 years (most points), L. Ross 1. C. Irvine 2, O. Rodgers 3. Girls under 12 years (most points): Edith Lee 1, Elva Kippenberger 2, Alison Hammill 3. Best club member, children's section, Bill Bartlett. Primary schools, Hubert Smith Cups: Girls, 12 to 15 years, Betty Stringer; under 12 years. June Todd. Boys, 12 to 15 years, Laurence Tempero; under 12 years, Val Smith. The Club Spirit Speaking of the splendid spirit of cooperation among members, Mr Dimick specially referred to B. Bartlett, who had been such an enthusiastic helper throughout the season. He thanked all members and friends who had contributed towards making the club such a success and acknowledged the fine services given by Mr Croft as secretary. They were indebted to the Mayor and citizens for their interest in the'club, and he thanked Mesdames Meikle, Ericson, and Petrie for their assistance that night. Much appreciated items were given by Audrey Meikle (tap dance) and Daphne Gribben (song).

THE EMPIRE'S CAUSE

LANCE-CORPORAL H. LEGG Word has been received of the death, as a result of an accident, of Lance-corporal Harry Legg, whilst on active service overseas.' Lance-corporal Legg, the youngest son of Mr and Mrs Legg, 30 Pentland street, Dunedin, was born in Dunedin, and at the age of five years he came to Oamaru, where he received his education at the Oamaru South School and Waitaki Boys' High School. For a time he was employed at Lane's Emulsion factory, and subsequently he joined the staff of Thomson's cordial factory, becoming manager of the Oamaru branch. He was an active member of the Oamaru Fire Brigade for many years. He spent much of his time with the territorials. On the outbreak of the war, he enlisted, and was attached to the New Zealand Army Service Corps. He was a popular young man, and the sympathy of his many friends will go out to his parents, and his aunt, Mrs Geen, Itchen street, Oamaru. BOWLING PHCENIX CLUB The Phoenix Bowling Club closed the season on Saturday afternoon, when there was a good attendance in spite of the cold weather. Good wishes were extended by Messrs A. Marshall (Meadowbank) and J. F. Moore (Awamoa). In the absence of Mr J. B. Purcell (president), Mr G. Foster (vice-president) welcomed the visitors at the afternoon tea adjournment. He also congratulated the winners of the club competitions, and the ladies were thanked for their valuable assistance. Pukeuri Club The annual social and presentation of trophies of the Pukeuri Bowling Club was held on Saturday night. Mr C. Neill (president) was in the chair, and associated with him were Messrs D. H. Thomson (Dominion Council), A. Marshall (Meadowbank and .Centre), H. C. Jeffery (Awamoa), T. Herron (Phoenix), and R. N. Waller (secretary). A very enjoyable evening was spent. At 9 o'clock the minute's silence was observed. Mr Neill presented the trophies as follows: Adams Cup, Championship Singles, F. Dumbleton; Championship Pairs, A. Stewart and C. Neill; Championship Fours —J. Condon, J. Ward, T. Hooper, T. Harrison; Craig Shield, Handicap Singles, T. Hooper; McCallum Cup, colts, J. Cunningham. The toasts honoured were as follows: " The King "; " Combined Services " (Mr H. E. Wedde—Mr H. C. Jeffery); "North Otago Bowling Centre " (Mr H. Easton— Mr A. Marshall); "Dominion Bowling Council " (Mr J. H. Mushet—Mr D. H. Thomson); "Sister Clubs" (Mr J. BiggsMessrs A. Marshall, Meadowbank; T. Herron, Phoenix; and H. C. Jeffery, Awamoa); " The Press " (Mr J. Stewart); " Entertainers " (Mr A. Murray—Mr H. Easton); "Ladies and Stewards" (Mr J. Ward—Mr F. Dumbleton); " Greenkeeper " (Mr R. Keen—Mr F. Dumbleton); "Secretary" (Mr C. Neill—Mr R. N. Waller); and "Chairman" (Mr A. Marshall). Enjoyable musical and elocutionary items were given by Messrs A. Nuttall, J. McLean, J. Macmillan, T. Herron, R. Johnston. H. Easton, A. R. West, and R. E. Dimick, the accompaniments being played by Mr J. Macmillan. RUGBY FOOTBALL OPENING OF SEASON The 1942 Rugby season in Oamaru was opened at the Show Grounds under wintry conditions. There was a fair muster of representatives from the town clubs, consisting mostly of players in grades below junior. As there were insufficient numbers from each club to field complete teams, a scratch game was held. There was evidence of promising players for the coming season. GOLF OPENING OF SEASON The North Otago golf links are now open. There was a fair attendance of members on Saturday, when conditions were wintry. A Programme Committee, consisting of Messrs A. Mawhiney, A. Restieaux and H. B. McDowell, has been appointed to arrange the programme for the season, and it has been decided to invite the lady members to take part in a Mixed Foursome on the King's Birthday. ITEMS OF INTEREST The Tides.—High water at the port of Oamaru to-day will be at f 1.30 a.m. and 12.41 p.m. Home League.—An Instructive address on the subject, "What We Owe to Plant Life," was given by Mr B. B. Blackmore at the weekly meeting of the Salvation Army Home League. The speaker handled the subject in an interesting way. A vote of thanks was proposed by Mrs Simpson. Refresher Course.—Officers and n.c.o.'s of the Waitaki Boys' High School Cadets, under the charge of Major M. F. Woodward, left Oamaru on Saturday for a fortnight's refresher course at a northern camp. In the party are Lieutenant W. H. Scotter. Second-lieutenant J. A. Forbes, Sergeant-major A. C. Fynmore, and Sergeants H. M. Binney, L. O. Brown, D. F. Hall. M. K. McKellar, and R. C. Stewart. Kurow Bridge Open.—Temporary repairs having been effected to the structure, the Kurow-Hakataramea bridge is now open to traffic, limited to loads up to six tons and a speed of five miles an hour. Waste Paper Collection.—The waste paper collections in Oamaru will not take place to-day, to-morrow, and Wednesday as previously advertised, but collections will be made on Saturday next from the whole of the area south of and including Usk street, and on the following Saturday from the whole of the area north of Usk street. All paper with the exception of cellophane, grease and carbon paper, is required. AMUSEMENTS Majestic Theatre.—George Formby will appear to-night in his best comedy to date, "It's Turned Out Nice Again," and patrons are certainly assured of good fare in this sparkling fun show, featuring many catchy melodies. The film is recommended by the' censor for adults. Opera House.—Two excellent features will be filmed at the Opera House tonight in " Man Hunt," starring George Sanders, Walter Pidgeon, John Carradine and Joan Bennett, and the associate picture, "Along the Rio Grande," with Tim Hclt, Ray Whiteley and his Six Bar Cowboys.

PERSONAL At a meeting of the committee of the North Otago Golf Club a motion of sympathy was passed with the president (Mr H. B. McDowell) in the death of his wife. The club's opening day was cancelled as a mark of respect. A presentation was made at the Amar teur Athletic Association's function on Saturday night to Mr L. J. South, who will leave Oamaru to-morrow for Gisborne. Mr South has carried out the duties of official starter for the association for several years, and in making the oresentation the president, Mr R. E. Dimick, expressed deep appreciation of his services. At an afternoon function recently members of the first aid class at Windsor met Mrs E. Geen, and presented her with an electric toaster and a posy as a mark of their appreciation of her lectures on first aid. Mrs Geen suitably acknowledged the gift. After an absence of many years, t Mrs Cotton and Mrs Caldwell, of Waipori, are paying a visit to Oamaru. They are daughters of the late Mr James Lindsay, who for many years was headmaster of the Oamaru North School.