RICCARTON DOMAIN.

Sun (Christchurch), Volume I, Issue 18, 26 February 1914, Page 10

RICCARTON DOMAIN.

OPENING ON SATXJKDAY." The opening of the Riccarton Domain, which is to take place on Saturday, has been eagerly looked forward to for a Jong time by residents of the district. Ever since the idea of securing a domain was first mooted the Riccarton residents have shown a great dial of enthusiasm, and have contributed very freely. The opening of the ground will mark? a further step in the advancement of the district, and if only for use as a sports ground, the property is expected to be well worth the money already expended on it. That Saturday's gathering will be a distinct success there is little room for doubt, and the manner in which the people of the district have risen to the occasion is very pleasing. | Last evening a meeting of the various committees was held iii the library, Upper Riccarton, when final arrangements were made in regard to the programme of sports to be held. For the tug-of-war and relay races fine nominations have been received, and teams from the Waimairi County Council, Deny's Private Band,. City Abattoirs, Islington Freezing Works, Oddfellows, and a selected team from those engaged in the various racing stables will try conclusions. In the relay race, • the Post Office will be represented by a very warm combination, and some sprinters are engaged in the various other teams. Sixteen running events will be contested. by young and old, while the iiovelty events should cause a great amount of amusement. Afternoon tea will be provided, and a military display will be a feature of the afternoon's proceedings. The children have been particularly well" catered for. Mr T. Teschemaker has kindly consented to perform the _ openiug ceremony, and Derry's Private Band and a Highland Pipe Band will supply a programme of music. In the evening-a dance will be held in the Oddfellows' Hall, Upper Riccarton.