Gore THE BOROUGH COUNCIL

Southland Times, Issue 23166, 6 April 1937, Page 4

Gore THE BOROUGH COUNCIL

LAST EVENING’S MEETING There were present at last night’s meeting of the Gore Borough Council, the Mayor (Mr A. T. Newman), and Councillors J. A. Wright, J. A. Baldey, W. K. Hamilton, R. L. Reid, N. Robson, T. Sim, F. S. Graham, A. McLachlan, J. A. S. Aitken, G. C. Hamilton, R. S. Green and J. C. Ray. The Minister of Lands (the Hon. F. Langstone) wrote stating that representations recently made to the Minister of Education (the Hon. P. Fraser), and the Minister of Railways (the Hon. D. G. Sullivan), that an area adjoining the Croydon Bush domain should be placed under the control of the Gore Borough Council had been brought under his notice. “With reference, to this matter, I have to state that the land in question, which contains approximately 160 acres, is at present a permanent State forest reserve. The area is no longer required for forestry purposes, and I have agreed to the reservation being revoked. Before action in this direction can be taken, however, the consent of both Houses of Parliament is necessary, and I it is proposed to deal with this aspect of the matter during the next session of Parliament.” It was decided to forward a letter to the Minister expressing the council’s thanks. The Postmaster (Mr M. M. Simpson) advised that trees on the borough property along Ardwick street were likely to interfere with the telephone line and asked that they be removed. The matter was referred to the Works Committee. The abattoir manager (Mr J. Haigh), reported that 38 cows, 112 bullocks and heifers, 315 sheep, 4 lambs, 3 pigs and 2 calves were slaughtered during Marek Seven sheep were condemned. Works Committee The Works Committee reported that after conferring with the borough engineer (Mr E. G. Wilson), about the flooding of Irk street, it had no recommendation to make in the meantime. Further investigations were being made. It was decided that the engineer supply j a drawing of the grating which he pro- | posed to protect the sewer from flooding in Thomas street, and that he also submit an estimate of the cost.

A drawing of the grating was received from the engineer at last night’s meeting and he wrote stating that the cost would be £3O. He advised the council to call tenders for the supply of materials if it decided to instal the grating. The report was adopted.

The Finance Committee reported that at the close of the financial year there was a credit fund of £135. A deputation from the Farmers’ Dairy Federation consisting of Messrs John Fisher, and D. Rutledge waited on the Council to discuss the supply of water to the Gore factory. They stated that it was necessary to enlarge the Gore’ factory and that, before doing so the company desired to -know if the council could supply it with an adequate water supply. The supply the company required was 5000 gallons an hour or approximately 40,000 gallons a day. If it could not get this supply the company would have to close down the Gore factory. If the supply were secured the factory would be kept open and the company would spend upwards of £5OOO on improvements. The business at present was turning out jus', under 500 tons of butter a year. The output had been doubled since their company had taken over the business and it thought this could be built up to 1000 tons a year. This would be a big thing for the district. The matter was referred to the Water Committee for a report. The Works Committee further recommended that the grass plot in front of the Court House be 18 feet from the kerb, that a new kerb and channel be put in, and that the gravel portion of Main street be tarsealed to the kerb when completed. The recommendations were adopted. WOMEN S HOCKEY The annual report of the Hokonui Women’s Hockey Club states:—“The A team after some very closely contested games, gained the Hamilton Cup for another season. The club was again represented in the touring team by Mrs H. Reid, Misses M. Sherriff and M. Nicol, and to these players the club offers its heartiest congratulations. The divided holiday did not assist the club in the past in fielding all of its players, but it is considered that with the Saturday holiday the club should experience a very successful year. To the public, the honorary officers, the referees and to the Press the club extends its appreciation.” RIFLE SHOOTING At the weekly shoot of the Gore Defence Rifle Club the first stage was fired for a trophy presented by Mr B. Cochrane. The weather was ideal and some high scores were recorded, especially over the 500 yards range. C. M. Wilson shot well to win the Mathews button for the top score off the rifle with a total of 95. The range prize at 300 yards was won by F. Norton with a scratch 95, while the prize at 500 yards was won by J. Burnett with the possible 50. The following were the scores with handicaps:—

MEN’S CLUB The annual report of the Gore Men’s Hockey Club states:—“ln spite of the divided half-holiday, another successful season was experienced. Two teams were entered in the competition, and although the club was not successful in winning the championship shield it had some very good matches. The club takes this opportunity of congratulating the Freshford team on its well-deserved success. During the season the club had the misfortune to lose the services of Mr E. Pankhurst, who was transfer-

red to another district. He had been one of the foundation members of the club and his place will be very hard to fill. To those players who gained representation in the Eastern-Northern team and the Southland representative team the club extends its congratulations. The thanks of the club are extended to the referees, the Eastern Women’s Hockey Association for its cooperation, and the Celtic Cricket Club for the use of its pavilion.” PERSONAL Mr M. S. Hessien, of the Gore Post Office staff, has been transferred to Ranfurly. Mr R. E. Boyd, optician for Quin’s Pharmacy, leaves Gore this week for Wellington, where he has received an apointment. He will be succeeded by Mr J. Lindsay, of Dunedin. During his stay at Gore Mr Boyd took a keen Interest in sport and was secretary of the Gore Tennis Club. He was also interested in the Boys’ Brigade movement and was mainly responsible for the formation of the Gore company.

300 500 Tl. C. M. Wilson 46-0 49-0—95 F. Norton 47-0 47-1—95 J. Burnett 43-2 50-0—95 H. Mason 44-3 46-2—95 A. Hay 44-3 41-7—95 P. R. Mallon 45-1 47-1—94 W. D. Milne 46-0 47-0—93 G. Bain 44-2 46-1—93 J. Lyttle 46-1 39-7—93 L. Lumsden 43-4 41-5—93 S. Preece 45-0 47-0—92 P. Hay 45-1 45-1—92 H. Windle 44-2 45-0—91 J. Catto 44-1 45-0—90 G. L. Sadd 40-1 47-1—89