Athletic News.

Southland Times, Issue 19277, 23 June 1924, Page 7

Athletic News.

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local competition play. games in the mud. PIRATES WIN; STAR AND BLUES DRAW 7 . Although the weather was fairly fine on Saturday morning, in the remaining few hours between the 11 o’clock meeting of the Postponement Committee and the starting time at Rugby Park it rained “cats and dogs,” as the saying is, and only a handful of people braved the elements to be present at S.RT.U. headquarters, where a further consultation of the Committee decided in favour of playing the matches. Mercifully, the rain held off while the matches were played, and although the players became liberally coated with mud before the games had progressed far, conditions on the playing areas were not as bad as was at first anticipated, and while footwork was the general order of the day, there were some excellent passing bouts. The game between Pirates and Marist proved a very interesting one right up till the final whistle. It was a close contest all the way, Marist’s weakness at fullback turning the scales against them to the tune of 14 points to nine. On No. 2 area. Star and Blues fought out a strenuous battle in the mud, the result, a draw, being a fair indication of the game. Two players in this match were ordered off. PIRATES (14), V. MARIST (9). Black and Gold Green and Black. Piratesbacks—Calder; .Ashley, J. Hazlett, McEwan; Pay, Preston; J. Johnson; forwards—Roberts, McQuarrie; Matheson, Batchelor, Archer; Potter, Maxwell; W. Johnston. Marist:— bac ks—Ch amberlain; Kelly, Forde, White; Walsh, Cosgrove; Fogarty; forwards —Shepherd, Sheehan; J. Ryan, C. Ryan, Roche; Lee, Mahoney; Timpany. Pirates kicked off, but good play by Walsh and Forde sent them back into their wn 25. Pirates gradually worked clear uid their forwards assumed the offensive, aking play into the Martet 25. Johnson .wice worked the short side, but Ashley mishandled the pass both times, and Marist were able to clear. In the centre of the field, McQuarrie broke away from the ruck and initiated a forward passing rush. After the ball had gone through several pairs of hands, Johnston finished off the movement by scoring under the posts. Matheson goaled. Pirates 5, Marist nil. Greens retaliated with a series of sharp forward rushes, and although Pirates managed to clear in midfield, the Marist forwards, packing better than their opponents, drove through the defence again to the Pirate 25, where in a melee Roche picked up and dived over wide. Walsh’s kick went astray. Pirates 5, Marist 3. The Pirate forwards livened up and took play into the Marist 25 where Johnson passed from a scrum to Hazlett, ’who threw a long pass to McEwan. The latter looked like scoring, but White brought him down within a few yards of the line, and Marist cleared. Marist commenced to open out in some nice passing runs, but they were breaking down in the centre. In one of these back movements in the Pirate 25, Forde knocked the ball forwcrd and a scrum was ordered. Pirates secured the ball, but Johnston, in attempting to clear to touch, had his kick charged down by Lee, who followed on and scored near the posts. Walsh’s kick missed. Marist 6, Pirates 5.

Greens kept up the pressure, and Kelly dribbled the ball over, but the ball went a little too far, and Pirates forced. Half time sounded with play in midfield. On resuming, the Marist forwards set up a strong attack, and a quick dash by Lee narrowly failed. Play swung off to the other end, and Timpany was penalised for offside play in the Marist 25. Matheson’s kick narrowly missed. Almost immediately after, McEwan hoisted a long right into the Marist goal-mouth, and Walsh, in attempting to save, held on too long and was penalised. Matheson made no mistake with the kick, which put Rirates ahead by 8 points to six. In midfield, Preston and McEwan out-positioned their markers, and had opened up a likely movement when McEwan’s pass to Hazlett went wide. A little later in a long range exchange, Matheson lifted a high kick into the Marist 25, where the Green full back missed badly, and McEwan strolled over for a cresentation try. From a position out near the

side line, Matheson narrowly missed the kick at goal. Pirates 11, Marist 6. The Pirate forwards now commenced to put a bit more dash into their play, and a hot forward rush broke through the Marist into the defenders’ 25, but Maxwell was penalised for “rabbiting” near the line, and Marist cleared. At half way, Ashley get the ball, ano cross-kicked into the Marist 25, the defenders again being caught out of position. Good following up by Matheson gave the crack cash athlete a soft try under the posts. Calder’s kick went over, but was touched in its flight by one of the defenders. Pirates 14, Marist 6.

Marist responded gamely under these disheartening reverses, and in a loose scramble in the Pirate 25, White kicked the ball over and scored. Kelly’s kick was touched by a Pirate player in its flight. Pirates 14, Marist 9. Give and take play in midfield followed and full time sounded a few minutes later with the scores unchanged. Pirates 14 points (three tries, one converted, and a penalty goal); Marist 9 points (three unconverted tries). Mr F. Daubney controlled the game. STAR V. INVERCARGILL. (Blue and White) (Blue and Black* The teams were as follows: Invercargill: Backs—Cheyne; Morgan, Lopdell. Cleland; Vial. Hawke; Davidson. Forwards—Rice. Mills; Stewart, Burt, Todd: V. Fraser, Smith; Keree. Star: Backs—G. Oughton; Murray, Brown, Shand; R. Bell, R. Oughton; J. L. Oughton. Forwards—W. Smith; McCambridge; Dustin, Mcßobie, Agnew; Padget, Blick; Lilley. Star kicked off on a muddy ground and play, for a time, hung about half-way. Agnew made an attempt to goal a penalty but failed and play seesawed up and down field. A good dribble by W. Smith with McCambridge in attendance brought the Star pack to the Blues’ line. Agnew picked up and sent the ball to Shand but it went astray and Blues cleared upfield. A dribbling rush by the Star forwards and a passing rush by the backs met with a like success. Then from a line-out in mid-field the ball was kicked across the field and towards the Star goal. The Blue forwards started Sn pursuit and Shand fumbled, letting them through. Kerse went over the line near the posts and Rice converted making Blues five points in the lead. Half-time sounded without further incident or score. A few minutes from the start, the scores were evened by Bell taking the leather through to the Blue line from loose play and Lilley goaling. Star 5, Invercargill 5. The next incident occurred during a set scrum in the Star's half of the field. A commotion ensued and the referee sent Agnew of the Star team and Smith of f he Bluet off the field.. Rain began to fell and put a damper on any further displays of feeling. In a run down the side line Murray just scraped over the line. He was out for a while but recovered. Lilley failed to goal the try. Star 8, Invercargill 5. A dribbling rush by (he Blue pack sent them down the field, Stewart taking the ball at toe till within a few yards of the line, where it hung for a while. Then Todd came through and planted the ball far out. The kick failed. Star 8, Invercargill 8. The only other incident before full time sounded was an exciting chase by Murray and Morgan after the ball as it railed down-field over the Star line. As they tore downfield the other members of the gathered at the referees behest

to form a scrum. Full time sounded with the scores eight all, a converted and an unconverted try each. Mr W. Dunbar was the referee. SENIOR B GRADE. Winton defeated Bluff at Biggar street Reserve by 9 points to 6. Waikiwi defaulted to Pirates B. SECOND GRADE. Star defeated Marist at Biggar street by 18 points to nil. Southern were defeated by High School, on High School ground, by 14 points to 9. THIRD GRADE. Star defeated Technical on the Eastern Reserve by 6 points to nil. Pirates defeated High School by 23 points to 6. Southern defeated Invercargill by 15 points to nil. FOURTH GRADE. Marist defeated Star by 12 points to 3. Bluff defeated Invercargill by 3 points to nil. RESULTS IN OTHER CENTRES. DUNEDIN. University B 11 v Pirates 9. University A 18 v Dunedin 11. Zingari 6 v Alhambra 0. Kaikorai 51 v Union 0. Southern 14 v Taieri 0. CHRISTCHURCH. Old Boys 16 v Merrivale 0. Christchurch 26 v Albion 3. Linwood 8 v Varsity 0. By their victory over Merrivale, Old Boys are now leading in the competition with seven points, Christchurch and Merrivale second, equal, with six points, Linwood fourth with five, and Varsity fifth with four. WELLINGTON. Petone 11 v Athletic 6. Hutt 13 v Marist 3. Varsity 6 v Oriental 3. Poneke 20 v Selwyn 3. Berhampere 5 v Old Boys 3. AUCKLAND. University 8 v Grammar Old Boys 6. Marists 17 v Grafton 11. Ponsonby 0 v College Rifles 0. King’s Old Boys 14 v Newton 0. Northshore 20 v Suburbs 3. THE RANFURLY SHIELD. HAWKE’S BAY DEFEAT POVERTY BAY. (Per United Press Association.) NAPIER, June 22. Hawke's Bay defeated Poverty Bay on a heavy ground yesterday in a Ranfurly Shield match by 46 points to 10, which equals the Auckland record score in rep. matches of 48 to 12. The visitors played quite well for the first twenty minutes, but then were gradually worn down until the result was a complete rout. The half-time score was 13 to nil. The Hawke’s Bay score consisted of tries by Ormond, Greenside (4), Fallwasher, C. Brownlie (2), McNab (2) and Ki veil. Nepia converted two and kicked a penalty, while Mill converted two and Irvine one. Whaitiri and Scott scored for the visitors, Tureia converting both. MANAWATU DEFEAT HOROWHENUA. A FAST GAME. FOXTON, June 22. Manawatu defeated Horowhenua yesterday in the first representative match played at Foxton by 19 points to 11. The visitors had the better of the first spell and scored a couple of unconverted tires. After the interval both sides made the pace a cracker and 24 points were added. Horowhenua would have wound up the second spell with a point lead had Akuaria not got the verdict for a doubtful penalty kick. The respective full backs Cowie (Manawatu) and Meta Johnstone (Horowhenua) were the star backs, of which division Mullins, Earle and Seeker (Manawatu) and Pahiwi and Dash (Horowhenua) were also outstanding players. In the forwards Leeder, CaiToll and Gothard (Manawatu) and Jacobs, McHerron and R. Broughton (Horowhenua) were conspicuous for consistent work. The scorers were : Manawatu—Carroll (2), Bailey, Leeder (tries), Ahuria a penalty goal, Mullins and Leeder goals from tries; for Horowhenua: R. Broughton, McHerron and Moynihan (tries), Jacobs a goal.

LEAGUE FOOTBALL

RESULTS IN THE NORTH. CHRISTCHURCH. Marists A 18 v Marists B 7. WELLINGTON. Petone 14 v Newtown 3. AUCKLAND. Devonport 16 v Athletics 15. Ponsonby 14 v City 2. Marists 44 v Mangere 3. ENGLAND v. NEW SOUTH WALES. VISITORS’ EASY VICTORY. (By Telegraph —Press Assn.—Copyright.) (Australian and N.Z. Cable Association.) SYDNEY, June 22. (Received June 22, 8.50 p.m.) At the English Rugby League team’s third match against New South Wales, 25,000 spectators saw the ignominious defeat of the home team by 43 points to 5. The Britishers, who were in great form, made the pace merry from the jump and quite outclassed their opponents in all departments. In the first half they rattled up 17 to nil, and in the second spell, though playing only twelve men, one having retired injured, the visitors continued to pile on the points, although New South Wales managed to score a couple of times. The wonderful improvement in the British team’s play compared with the previous match against New South Wales came as a surprise, and bodes well for the Ist test match against Australia to-morrow.

SOCCER.

LOCAL COMPETITION. RANGERS DEFEAT OHAI UNITED. One of the best games of the reason was played at Tweed Street on Saturday afternoon when Rangers again defeated Ohai United by one goal to nil. 7/he play was fast and fairly even, and ail the players showed out prominently at times. The visitors came near scoring many times, but the brilliant play of Gwillum in Rangers’ goal frustrated all their efforts. Thom sent in a stinging shot and scored the only goal of the match. RESULTS IN OTHER PARTS. AUCKLAND. Northcote 4 v North Shore 2. Harbour Board 5 v Watersiders 0Thistle 5 v Ponsonby 2. Hellaby’s 4 v Metropolitan 0. Y.M.C.A. 4 v Philomel 2. Londoners 2 v Tramways 0.

CHRISTCHURCH. Western 3 VvSt. Albans 1. Rangers 6 v Y.M.C.A. 2. Thistle 4 v Kaiapoi 2. WELLINGTON. Marist 2 v Watersiders 0. Diamonds 1 v Institute 1. Y.M.C.A. 2 v Hospital 2. Scottish Wanderers 8 v Brooklyn 2. Johnsonville 4 v Wellington Gas Co. 2. South Wellington 4 v Petone 1. ENGLISH TEAM IN AUSTRALIA. A DRAWN GAME. (By Telegraph—Press Assn.—Copyright.) (Australian and N.Z. Cable Association.) SYDNEY, June 22. (Received June 22, 9.30 p.m.) The English soccer team played a drawn match, the scores being two goals each, at Wollongong against the Illawarra District.

HOCKEY

THE LOCAL COMPETITIONS. FIXTURES POSTPONED. The local ladies’ hockey fixtures were postponed on Saturday afternoon on account of the bad weather. RESULTS IN THE NORTH. CHRISTCHURCH. Selwyn B 4 v Technical B 1. Selwyn A 3 v Sydenham 0. Technical A 1 v St. Albans 0. WELLINGTON. Wellington 4 v Wesley 0. Varsity 3 v Wakatu 2. Hutt A 2 v Karori 0. Hutt B 2 v Petone 1.

GOLF.

QUEEN’S PARK LADIES’ CLUB. MATCH FOR CAPTAIN’S PRIZE. Following is the draw for the captain’s prize, play to commence at 1 o’clock this afternoon:— Mrs Masters plays Mrs Ferguson. Mrs Jones plays Mrs Canrm. Miss Crofts plays Mrs McDonald. Miss Campbell plays Miss Haggitt. Mrs Mackrell plays Miss Stout. Mrs Haggitt plays Miss Oughton. Miss S. Perrin plays Mrs Israel. Mrs Scandrett plays Mrs Spencer. Mrs Morgan plays Mrs Garrett. Mrs Cruickshank plays Miss Brodrick. Mrs Longuet plays Mrs Collins. Mrs Robertson plays Miss King. Mrs Hoyles plays Miss D. Stout. Mrs Barclay plays Mrs Gilkinson. Mrs A. McDonald plays Mrs McLeod. Mrs Willett plays Mrs C. M. Smith. Mrs M. Wales plays Mrs Blair. Miss Speirs plays Miss Jenkins. Mrs Carswell plays Mrs Thomas. Mrs Booth plays Miss M. Pilcher. Miss McPhail plays Mrs J. McDonald. Mrs Leeper plays Miss Hamilton. Miss McLeod plays Mrs Hutton. Competitors will play from raised tee.

CRICKET.

SOUTH AFRICANS IN ENGLAND. MATCH AGAINST ESSEX. (By Telegraph—Press Assn.—Copyright.) (Australian and N.Z. Cable Association.) LONDON, June 20. (Received June 21, 5.5 p.m.) Essex, in the second innings against South Africa, added 49 runs in 67 minutes, Douglas scoring 40. The Africans had a difficult task on the wearing wicket which troubled the batsmen. Douglas bowled the leg theory to keep the runs down. Hinds played an aggressive innings for 64. The finish was exciting when Bissett. the last man, went in, 31 runs being required. Bissett made 24 in l eight hits, in eight minutes, including a sixer. He made 12 off the last three balls, and just beat the clock.

CYCLE RACING

NEW ZEALAND CHAMPIONSHIP. A GOOD RACE. (Per United Press Association.) CHRISTCHURCH, June 22. The New Zealand Championship Derby Road Race under the auspices of the North Canterbury Centre of the New Zealand Athletic and Cycling Union was held yesterday, over a 20-mile course. Results:—

The fastest time was made by W. Coman (scr.), in 53min 27secs, and the second fastest time by W. A. Muir (scr), in 's3min 27 l-ssecs. These two riders were separated by only about an inch at the pest. There were thirty starters.

ATHLETICS

BRITISH CHAMPIONSHIPS. A NEW ZEALANDER’S SUCCESS. (By Telegraph—Press Asim.—Copyright.) (Australian and N.Z. Association.) LONDON, June 21. (Received June 21, 5.5 p.m.) In the Athletic Championships at Stamford Bridge, A. S. Porritt, the New Zealander, starts in tb.e final of the 220 yards, having won his two heats in dashing manner. He will meet the South African, Kinsiman and the Scotchman, Uddel.

ANGLING.

A CRUISE BY “CREEL.” Circumstances recently took the writer as far north as Christchurch, and of course angling information, and the successful or non-sv*ccessful acclimatisation efforts by the various societies, formed a general theme in conversation with any poor soul with wlvom discussion was possible. Passing the M/ataura river, this fine rocky stream was (observed to be discoloured and appeared to be carrying a good body of water, which would surely be beneficial to any fish running up the river to spawn, at that particular time. The more one studies this river, the more convinced one becomes that it would make an ideal Atlantic Salmon river. May the powers that be speedily recognise this fact, and allow both the Southland and the Otago Acclimatisation Societies their just dues to intensively stock the stream. Everything is so ideal for breeding strong virile fish, everything is so ideal for the angler to whip this stream with the minimum amount of effort. The past rapid ripples tumbling over the rocky faces of large boulders, with the fine, deep pools at the tail of the “rips,” and gently shelving gravelly beaches, make this river one of the most satisfactory in New Zealand. The Waipahi was next examined, and was noticed to be in perfect fly order. The day seemed to be a good one too, by the way. This stream has always a fascination for the writer, its sparkling, crystallike water seeming to whisper, “Trout, aye, good trout.” Let us hope that the brotherhood of the river’s banks, during the course of the next season, will become fast to some of the speckled beauties hidden in its deep, cool depths. A few other small streams were crossed, but the writer, not being acquainted with them, and unable to gather any information, conjectures as to

their capabilities could only be made. In passing “Creel” would like to say, that one or two appealed strongly to his 4X fine tackle soul. The gathering gloom eventually baffled observation, and in congenial conversation, a few old battles were fought and won. . . . A day or so afterwards, the journey to Christchurch was undertaken under excellent conditions, the fine clear atmosphere allowing appreciative observance to be taken of the beautiful passing scenic panoram a. Especially may this be said of the sun rising and throwing its golden gleams on the waters of the harbour in the run to Port Chalmers. The port too, from the train, wore a particularly pleasing aspect, and some beautiful shades were enjoyed from the stained glass windows in the church, on the top of the hill, as they flashed in the rays of the morning sun. The rugged sea coast, with its scrub covered hills and faces, all aglow in the morning light, the sombre and sedately roll of the breakers as they boomed on the fine white beach, all tended to impress on the careful sight-seer that truly in our Dominion, and in localities near home, scenic delights are available for all who care to see. . . .

After passing Oamaru, the train ran on to a bridge, and a swiftly flowing river was at once observed. Enquiring from a fellow passenger the name of the river, and being informed that this was the famed Waitaki, the remark was made casually that the inquirer was interested in rivers and trout, when my worthy informant immediately seated himself opposite me, and proceeded to point out the various features in connection with this river. Bless my soul, here was an enthusiast surely! And so it turned out to be, for my companion was Mr George Gibb, of Timaru, who is recognised as one of the daddy and expert anglers of the Waitaki mouth. Close observation revealed to us no less than five shags working in different portions of the river below the bridge. Observation was not made up stream, so goodness knows how many destructful poachers were working that day. In passing I remember that an angler present at the local Acclimitisation Society’s annual meeting brought up the subject of the depredations of this detestable enemy to the trout contained in our rivers, but the subject was not debated, which was extremely unfortunate, as the writer intended to enquire from the chairman, the results obtained by the rangers in their campaign against this pest, which was reported to have been carried out at the suggestion of the Southland Anglers’ Club. Certain it is that drastic steps should be taken for their elimination by all societies and angling clubs throughout New Zealand. The payment of 2/6 or 3/- per head for these birds does not seem to have lessened their numbers. I hope this matter will be brought up at the local society’s next meeting, and a cooperative campaign, utilising the services of the Wyndham, Mataura, Lumsden, Dipton, Winton and Southland Clubs, be inaugurated. A Gore angling friend of mine, offered to accompany the rangers on an expedition, to a rookery situated in the upper reaches of the Otamita stream, of which he had definite knowledge. Whether the expedition was carried out I am not in a position to know. . . . But, to get back to the Waitaki. My friend gave me some interesting information in connection with this river. As far as the past season was concerned, here too, the results were disappointing, with the exception of the early part of the season, when some hefty specimens were secured per medium of the minnow and natural bait. I understand there is a Government reserve in the locality, and anglers pay one pound per year rental fee, for the privilege of erecting their fishing shacks. The Acclimatisation Society has also one or two huts, with sleeping accommodation for six anglers, the appointments being splendid, and a moderate charge of 1/- per day for each angler is demanded. Of course, the Otago Society has similar fishing huts, and it is to be hoped that the Southland Society will make an effort to erect one or two this year, as recommended by the Southland Anglers’ Club. Placed in a convenient locality, these hutments are a boon to anglers who cannot afford expensive fishing. After this digression we will again return to the Waitaki with the information that the run of quinnat salmon appeared to be later than usual, and some anglers up Canterbury way are inclined to think that the season should be still further extended, some going so far as to suggest an open season all the year round. I was credibly informed that these fish, during their course up the river from the sea in their millions, grow large teeth similar to the king fish. It is alleged that the earlier run fish reach the spawning beds, and perhaps have barely arrrived, when a fresh shoal comes at the back of them, and then it is a matter of the survival of the fittest. If the facte are as stated, then it appeared to the writer, that this specimen is a most undesirable visitor to any river, and must be of a savage, cannibalistic nature. I am inclined to think that this fact is the explanation of the scarcity of trout in many northern streams. The only cure that one can see possible, is the establishment of traps at the mouths of the rivers, and commercial canneries established in their precincts. The Rainbow fishing is a matter for different comment, as the lakes in South Canterbury are alleged to be well stocked with these beautiful fighting fish. Mr Gibbs said he successfully landed a 16 pounder during the past season on the fly. Information was then requested by my friend anent our aristocrat of the finny tribe, the Atlantic salmon. A party from Timaru purpose visiting our waters next season in pursuit of our now famed thoroughbred fish. Comparison was asked for between the fighting propensities of the Rainbow and the Atlantic, but unfortunately the information could not be supplied. However, on making enquiries from two expert anglers who have caught both class of fish, the palm, in their estimation, must be given to the Atlantic Salmon, so northern anglers visiting Southland, who have caught rainbow, have undoubtedly some thrills coming to them, when they successfully drive the steel home in tempting our Atlantic Salmon to their lure.

Another congenial angler encountered was Mr Jas. Robertson, of the Oamaru Angling Club, who extended a hearty welcome to any Southland anglers visiting Lis locality, promising information about the rivers, lakes, lures, etc. In conversation with another passenger I was told of a 16 pounder fish that was found stranded on the beach of the Pomahaka, at the Conical Hills tunnel. The fish was not quite dead when picked up, and there were various theories expounded by different anglers, as to its species. Some contended that it was a Loch Leven trout, others a Rainbow, and others again a quinnat salmon. The fish was forwarded to a taxidermist in Dunedin to be mounted, and it is to be hoped that its true identity has been established. In Christchurch a fellow boarder was an enthusiastic West Coast angler, Mr E. Vercoe, of Westport, who had been successful during the past season in securing some good Rainbow trout from the Buller River. From his description this river must be a particularly fine fishing stream. A call was made on Mr A. A. McLean, late secretary to the Southland Anglers’ Club, and Mac was looking hale and hearty, and forwarded greetings to all his old Southland friends. On inquiry from the Secretary of the Southland Acclimatisation Society, information was offered stating that as yet stripping operations have not been commenced at Te Anau, as the trout have not started to run in any numbers. Some few good fish have been captured and placed in a pond until they are ripe to yield their ova. Gleaning further particulars from another source, I understand, that the estimated output of ova for this coming stripping season will be in the vicinity of five million ova. It appears that had the Society had the necessary time to instal a special breeding tray, this amount would have been considerably increased. An authority of soundness alleges that an output of 25 million ova is necessary per year to re-stock our rivers to the same extent as obtained a few years ago. Touching upon this subject, one is inclined to think that the wisest policy for the Society to adopt is to concentrate on the thorough stocking of one river, preferably, the Oreti. This stream is our principal angling resort, because it is bo handy to

town, available for the enthusiast with the push-bike, as well as the angler with a motor-car. It is a pleasant river to fish on, the surroundings are congenial, and on a good “moving” day, one can have a most enjoyable outing along its fine gravelly beaches. These arguments for the adoption of this policy are indisputable, although of course one does not suggest the entire neglect of other streams, but, say fifty per cent, of the ova collected to be planted in suitable portions of this river, the balance to be apportioned to the other rivers in the district in accordance with their importance. Referring back to the quinnat salmon in Canterbury, a little bird told me that a large number of these fish are poached by being shot with rifles. Whether this is a serious crime or a blessing it is difficult to judge, but certain it is, as recently stated by Mr Ayson, Chief Inspector of Fisheries, there is a vast amount of poaching being pursued all over the Dominion, and it is becoming a serious proposition for the various societies to deal with. Heavy fines, with all culprits’ names black-listed throughout the country, may help to minimise the efforts of such detestable malefactors. That there is a good deal of local poaching going on is frequently alleged, one river in the district especially receiving extensive attention. There is a proverb about the “pitcher that went to the well too often, etc.” While on the topic of poachers, the eel te undoubtedly responsible for the destruction of large numbers of trout, and special efforts should be made by all anglers, angling clubs, and the local Acclimatisation Society, for the eradication of this most undesirable pest.

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