RIVERTON

Southland Times, Issue 24115, 2 May 1940, Page 12

RIVERTON

ANZAC DAY PARADE The Anzac Day parade in Riverion was held before a large attendance. The Waimatuku Pipe Band led the parade, followed by returned soldiers and veterans, the local platoon of territorials under Sergeant J. Banks, Girl Guides and the Boys’ Brigade. Mr W. Trentbath was the marshal. The parade marched to the South African Memorial where wreaths were placed, and continued over the Aparima bridge to the monument. Wreaths were placed and “Last Post” and “Reveille” sounded. The parade reformed and marched to Fleck’s Hall, where a service was held. On the platform were Mr G. Cloughley, president of the local Returned Soldiers’ Association, Major S. Rice, Captain A. Tatten, of the Salvation Army, the Revs. J. A. F. Watson, J. W. Goodman and H. R. Wright. Miss F. Thomson led the singing at the piano. During the singing af the first hymn the Girl Guides and Boys’ Brigade deposited their flags against the platform. Captain Tatten then led those present in prayer. Major Rice, who was the speaker, said Anzac was held sacred to the memory of those who fought and fell for liberty. Although 25 years had passed since the struggle at Gallipoli they realized that by their sacrifice and courage the Anzacs had left a great memory. “We thought no sane nation would embark on another war,” he said. “Where was the vaunted German culture when they allowed themselves to be the credulous sycophants of an unscrupulous barbarism. We were all thrilled by the recent news of naval exploits and we have confidence that our successors are worthily upholding our standard.” GOLF CLUB RESULTS Results of the Coronation Cup matches are:—W. R. Cockburn beat A. B. Helm, 5 and 4; F. Hopwood beat J. D. Trotter, 1 up; L. W. De Clifford beat H. MacDougall, 3 and 2; R. K. McNeil beat S. D. Kirkpatrick, 7 and 5; G. D. Keeler beat W. Hop wood, 2 up; 7j. Domigan beat R. 11. Henry, 5 and 4; C. B. Matthewson beat J. W. Martin, 4 and 2; J. A. C. MacKenzie beat J. A. F. Watson, 2 and 1; J. J. Banks beat J. A. Lee, 6 and 5. Following is the draw for a four-ball Stableford aggregate, which will be played this week:—May 1: Father Fenelon and G. D. Keeler; S. D. Kirkpatrick < id L. W. De Clifford; W. Hopwood and J. D. Trotter; R. K. McNeil and H. MacDougall; F. Hopwood and partner to be arranged. May 4: J. A. F. Watson and J. A. Lee; W. McKay and R. H. Henry; C. Bl Matthewson and W. P. Cockburn; L. Domigan and J. W. Martin; J. A. C. MacKenzie and A. B. Helm; J. J. Banks and D. B. McLeod. Following is the draw for the T. L. De Clifford Cup (No. 2 iron play only):—May 8: J. D. Trotter v. L. W. De Clifford; R. K. McNeil v. G. D. Keeler; F. Hopwood v. S. D. Kirkpatrick; Father Fenelon v. W. Hopwood; H. MacDougall a bye. May 11: D. B. McLeod v. C. B. Matthewson; A. P. O’Callaghan v. J. W. Martin; J. A. Lee v. R. H. Henry; J. A. F. Watson v. W. R. Cockburn; A. B. Helm v. W. McKay; J. A. C. MacKenzie v. J. J. Banks; L. Domigan a bye. SUCCESSFUL SOCIAL A successful afternoon social was held under the auspices of the Riverton branch of the Plunket Society. It was organized by Mrs W. S. Hunter for the purpose of providing funds to meet expenditure that had been incurred in installing a new tank and plumbing repairs at the rest room. Several competitions were held during the afternoon, Mrs MacKinnon, Matron Gedney and Miss Allan being among the successful competitors. GIRL GUIDES The fourteenth birthday party of the Girl Guides was held in Fleck’s Hall. Games and dances were enjoyed by those present, who included the Commissioner, Mrs H. J. Walden, the Captain, Miss U. Borland, and the Lieutenant, Miss J. Haslemore, Mesdames Thomson, Dawson, Castle, Trail, Tweedie, Odell and Whittingham. TUATAPERE JUMBLE SALE The Ladies’ Guild of the Anglican Church held a successful shop day and jumble sale. Competitions were won by Mr Bradley (dinner) and Mr H. B. Lainchbury (tea wagon).