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Rangitikei Advocate and Manawatu Argus, Volume XLV, Issue 12010, 11 March 1920, Page 4

The flag race in tne competitions at Bangiwahia*yesterday resulted in a good contest between Mr M Deroles and Mr W B Gibbons. The latter won. His twenty-one year old mount, Tommy , was well known to many Martonians some years ago.

The recent rains have been a great help to Ohakea Sports Olno in getting their grounds ready tor the on March 17th, and the committee have been successful in preparing for a big day. The liberal prizes in the horse events have brought lorth promises of competition from many of the moat prominent horsemen in the district. The beautiful cap presented by Mrs D G Riddiford, to which £lO has been added, will produce a big field in the Open Huntero. President Bailey has donated a five guinea cap to which £3 3s has been added, for the Open Pony Jump, and big prizes are given in the Maiden Hunters and Driving Competition. Athletic events are provided for boys and girls and others, and it should be noted that all events are post entry. The catering arrangements are in capable hands, and picnic parties may obtain hot water free. Music will be supplied bv Marton Municipal Brass Band.

Judging by the visits of several strangers, presumably officials of the Postal Department, and their being engaged in taking measurements around the building, it? would appear that the long desired improvements in connection with the Marton Post Office are in contemplation. What direction these improvements will take it is hard to say, but the time appears opportune for the Borough Council, Chamber of Commerce, Retailors’ Association, and all interested in the welfare of the town, to bestir themselves. What is wanted is a building worthy of a growing and prosperous place and it only remains tor a united front to be shown and something more in accord with onr wealth and resources will be forthcoming. If no interest is taken in the matter the Department will naturally conclude that Marton is satisfied with what is provided and continue on the even tenor of its way, with an addition here and there, and the building, which should be one of the most important looking in the fflaee, will still retain its insignificance.

The school children of Ohingaiti and district accompanied by many adults had a most pleasant day’s outing to the Rangitikei Heads on Monday. Three motor lorries, seated and decorated for the occasion, left Ohingaiti Post Office ai 7 a.m., with about 150 passengers. The first stop was made at Hnnterviile, where the children were treated to a little refreshment, only a short stay being made there. The next stop was in the bush at Silverhope, where the cameras where brought - " out and pretty snapshots were taken. The party then proceeded on their journey, reaching Bulls, where the children were again treated to refreshments. After a short stay there they proceeded on 8 their way, arriving at their destination at 11.30 a.m,, where -a party of motorists arriving ahead of the lorries, had the billies boiling, and the real picnic commenced. After refreshments most of tho day was spent in the briny, where the children had a really good time, being qnite ready to return home at 4 p.m., arriving there at about 8.30 p.m., tired out, bat singing and cheering.

The annual reunion of Marton Branch of Returned Soldiers’ Association was held yesterday in the beautiful grounds of Overton, kindly placed at their disposal by MrHF Arkwright Weather conditions wore good, and there was-au attendance of. about 200, including a number of ladies and children. Marton Municipal Brass Band rendered a programme of selections and also supplied music for a nn nber of dances on the lawn, Numerous games were played, inclduing clockgolf, and there wore races for the children. Tables for the afternoon tea and easy chairs were scattered arudhg the trees, and* Mrs Arkwright and her lady assistants supplied first class refreshments. Tho dispensing of ice creams and fancy cool drinks was entrusted to Mr O Gibbons and the guests thoroughly appreciated the bounteous good things provided. The gathering was the most successful and enjoyable the returned boys and their friends have had, and at tho conclusion of the day, cheers were given by tho returned soldiers tor Mr and Mrs Arkwright, and the Band accompanied the singing of “For They are Jolly Good Fellows. ”

BOON TO DEER STALKERS AND OTHERS.—Stags’ Heads, Boars’ Heads, Birds, Fish, and Animals Mounted. Skins tanned. Every kind of Furs, Goats, and Rugs made and repaired. All work guaranteed. J. JACOBS (from London), 55 Rangitikei Street, Palmerston North.*

One of the most striking and noticeable features in the change of the season is the change of displays of seasonable goods on show in the leading drapers. This is particularly noticeable to anyone passing Messrs Lloyd’s Ltd, Marten’s big drapers. There may be seen a very fine display of new goods for autumn and winter use. The attractive goods on show are only a portion of some large shipments just opened, and bought aud shipped prior to the recent heavy rise in prices. Messrs Lloyd’s Ltd extend to all a hearty invitation of inspection. . No one pressed to buy.*