SPORTS AT KAKARAMEA

Taranaki Daily News, 20 April 1929, Page 6

SPORTS AT KAKARAMEA

BIG CENTRE OF ATTRACTION FIRST-GLASS PROGRAMME. LIBERAL SUPPORT FROM PUBLIC. Fine weather favoured the postponed Kakaramea sports yesterday, in direct contrast to the* heavy rain on Wednesday, the original date of the meeting. Conditions generally were very suitable for the occasion, so that large crowds attended from all parts of the district, entrants coming from far distant in many cases. The programme was such that it did. not fail to keep everyone keenly interested, comprising classes for horses, popies, calves, running, cycle and children’s races, jumping, wire-leaping, motor-car events, Highland events and various competitions. The Kakaramea Sports and Agricultural. Association are fortunate in having such fine grounds for its sports, placed at the club’s disposal by Mrs. Lord. This fact, together with the energetic band of officials who controlled the sports, was responsible for the day’s success.

The judges were Messrs W. McL’Dowie, Matapu (light horse, ponies and jumping); W. Potts, Moumahaki (heavy horses); H. Hodge, Alton (dairy type calves and heifers); S. Mcßae, Patea (best reared calves); A. Bissett, Hawera (Highland dancing). The officials were: Heavy horses, Messrs R. Watt, J. Mossop and J. Dwyer; calves, Messrs P* W. Tong md S. McDonald; light horses, Messrs J. Watt, J. Kerrisk, F. Nicholson, H. Watt and R. Dwyer; running, Messrs G. Meharry, P. W. Tong, H. J. Hall, S. Huston; sheep judging, Messrs J. Caves, P. Kearney; bellman, 11. Watt; gates, Messrs P. Herbert, M. Dowden, S. Lord; cars, Mr. L. Morris; nail-driving, Messrs J. Mainey, P. Dwyer; motor events, Messrs J. Hill, P. Oakley, R. Robinson, A. E. Fowler; chain-stepping, Messrs D. Burrell,. C Forbes, D. Hamblyn; chief stewards, Messrs P. W. Tong and G. Meharry; Highland events, Mr. P. Hamblyn. Special mention is due of the good work of the president, Mr. F S. Tarrand, the secretary, Mr. C. Lord, and assistant secretary, Mr. W. Dowden. Mr. Sagar, Hawera, assisted with the motor events. Credit is due the association for the excellent arrangement of the grounds, track being clearly marked, the Jumps in first-class order, and a good I stage erected for the Highland dancing. A large number of cars lined the southl ern boundary of the grounds, and from | this coign of vantage the public were able to view the events in comfort. During the afternoon the Patea Municipal Band rendered an enjoyable • programme of music. Complete arrangements had been made regarding the catering, which was controlled by Vinsen’s Stratford Marble Bar.

An imposing array of the associa1 tion’s trophies attracted much attention. They were: Ladies’ jumping cup, valued at £5; trotting cup, valued at .£5; wire-leaping cup, valued at £5; maiden jumping cup, £5; and the open leaping cup, valued at £2O, to be won three times, not necessarily in succession. The sports concluded with a very successful dance in the' Kakaramea Hall last night, when' the prizes won during the day were presented. The gate-takings totalled £32 10s. Utility. Horse Event*. Best utility horse. —J. S. Watt 1, C. Forbes 2, S. McDonald 3. loewt. horse. —C. Forbes 1, L. Tarrant 2, J. Watt 3. 20ewt. horse. —P. Dwyer 1, L. Tarrant 2 and 3. Pony Events. Child’s pony, 12 hands and under - Betty Hurley (Normanby) 1, —. Smart’s (Manutahi) * entry 2, Myra Nicholson’s (Kakaramea) entry 3. Child’s pony, 14.2 hands—Betty Hurley’s entry 1, McAsey’s (NormanUy) entry 2, E. Parson’s (Whenuakura) entry 3. Child’s pony, 13.2 hands.—Betty Hurley 1, Jean McAsey 2, —. Smart’s entry 3. Pony jump,’l4.2 hands and under.— F. W. Atkins’ Bonita 1, W. Harper’s Jock 2, Betty Hurley’s entry 3. Pony trot—P. Kearney’s entry 1, A. Pearces Peggy 2, Betty Hurley’s entry 3. Pony jumping, 13.2 hands and under. —W. Harper’s entry 1, F. W. Atkins’ Bonita 2, Betty Hurley's entry 3. Calf Classes. Best reared calf. —Alice Fowler 1, Alex Fowler 2, E. M. Welsh 3. Best yearling heifer. —J. Welsh 1 and 2, R. Dwyer 3. Best heifer calf, dairy type.—E. M. Welsh 1, E. Fowler 2, R. Forbes 3. Horse Events. Best hack, 12 stone—M. J. Stewart’s (llalcom'be) Gentleman Jack 1, S. A. Tram’s (Waitotara). entry 2, T. Lupton’s (Waverley) Wanderlight 3. Open trot—Maui Onekura’s Marble Hall 1, P. Dwyer’s entry 2. Wire-leaping.—S. Syme’s Osprey I, T. Lupton’s Frosty Morn 2, M. J. Stewart’s Gentleman Jack 3. Ladies’ jump.—S. Symes (Waverley) Osprey 1, A. E. Mercer’s (Patea) 2, T. Lupton’s (Waverley) Wanderllght 3. Mies M. Brown (Hawera) rode the winner

Best hack, 14 stone.—S. Syme’s (Waverley) Osprey 1, B. W. Harvey’s (Waverley) entry 2, S. Besley’s (Whenuakura) entry 3. Maiden jump.—B. W. Harvey’s (Waverley) entry 1, J. Mossop’s (Kakaramea) entry 2, T. Lupton’s (Waverley) entry 3. Open leaping.—F. W. Atkins’ (Norraanby) Prince Paul 1, T. Lupton’s (Waverley) Wanderlight 2, E. Davidson’s (Whenuakura) Akbar 3. There were 11 entries. One mile cycle race. —C. M. Leo (Waverley) 1, F. W. Southcombe (Waverley) 2. Highland Fling.:—Miss Doreen Nairn (Hawera) 1, Miss Norma Nixon (Hawera) 2, Miss Jean McAsey (Normanby) 3. Sword dance.—Miss Doreen Nairn (Hawera) 1, Miss Jean MsAsey (Normaftby) 2, Miss Norma Nixon (Hawera) 3. Motor Competitions. Motor driving competition. —Rooke (Patea) 38 points 1, J. H. Hill 39 points 2, G. Mcharry, Rooke, and Hill, 41 points, equal 3. Musical chairs in cars. —Miss Ramsbottom (Patea) 1, Miss M. Large 2.

CYCLING RECORD ATTEMPT.

AUCKLAND TO WELLINGTON. Out to break the existing record cycle ride from Auckland to Wellington at present held by H. G. Brewin, Auckland, Stan. Wright, Wellington, a, member of the Port Nicholson Road Cycle Club, arrived in Hawera yesterday at 3.40 p.m., looking fresh and fit. Leaving Auckland on Thursday at 8 a.m. the first stage of the journey to Hamilton of 79 miles was covered in 5 hours 30 minutes. Proceeding to Te Kuiti, 130 miles from Auckland, the cyclist arrived at 5.45 p.m. Here a stay of 12 hours for a meal was made, the rider leaving again at 7 p.m. with Awakino as his objective. This place he reached at 12.40 a.m., completing 180 miles for his first day’s ride. After resting for 7 hours 20 minutes, Wright resumed at 8 a.m., reaching Urenui at 11.10 a.m., 220 miles from Auckland. The next objective was Inglewood, which was reached at 1.14 p.m., thence to Stratford (2.20) and Hawera at 3.40 p.m., 276 miles from Auckland. After half an hour’s rest Wright left for Bulls as his objective, and should the schedule be maintained he hoped to arrive .at about 10.30 p.m. The second day’s ride was of 181 miles. The third and final stage to Wellington should be made by noon to-day. Mrs. Wright accompanied Mrs. A. J. Couchman by car, with Mr. D. F. McFedries appointed by the N.Z.A.A.A. as official recorder.

NORMANBY NEWS.

TOWN BOARD AFFAIRS. (From Our Own Correspondent.) The Normanby Town Board met on Tuesday. There were present Commissioners Preston (presiding), Gallaway, Lloyd and Leydon. The Railway Department advised that a further subsidy had been granted towards the cost of reforming the road over the railway lino north of the station. The Hawera Country Electric Co. wrote that the wiring of the town hall was now obsolete and a new installation was necessary. The chairman stated he had authorised the work to be done and his action was confirmed. The question of better - access to the post office was discussed. It was left in the chairman’s hands to interview the postmaster with a view to arranging the matter. That the painting of the town hall was now almost a necessity was agreed, but the work was left in abeyance in the meantime. It was resolved that the services of the present ranger (Mr. Blackwell) be dispensed with from date, and that the board’s foreman, Mr. Henderson, be appointed to that position on the terms already existing. The clerk reported a satisfactory position. Rates collected amounted to £49 14s Id, rates outstanding to £195 15s sd, accounts to pay to £4l 2s 7d, leaving a balance at the Bank of £259 19s lOd. The cemetery board decided to accept Mr. Henderson’s offer to cut and accept trees on the cemetery reserve. Tho foreman was instructed to proceed with the work of painting the gates and fences.

HAWERA OPERA HOUSE.

BIG WEEK-END PROGRAMME.

A special double feature programme will be presented to patrons of the Hawera Opera House tins evening and will be headed by the Metro-Goldwyn attraction, “On Ze Boulevard.” It is the story of a French waiter, Baston Fasqual, who is crazy to be a man of fashion, his fiancee Musett, and the Countess Gaby De Silva, who comes on the scene when Gaston wins 1,000,000 francs in the Grand Lottery. Though Musette, who is a cashier in the cafe in which Gaston is employed, warns Gaston that a waiter once is a waiter always, and begs him to start a business of their own with his winnings, his success goes to his head, and he is spirited from her side by the beautiful and unscrupulous countess. Adventures come quickly, and Musette is forced to obtain a position in the apartments of the countess in order to protect her foolish lover. One entertaining episode follows another from the beginning to the end. Renee Adoree plays Musette, and adds another triumph to those she has already scored in “Mr. Wn,” “Heaven on Earth,’’. “The Big Parade” and other recent pictures. 1-ew Cody as Gaston Pasqual gives an amusing portrayal as the would-be man of fashion.

Romance and scenic splendour blend with a thrilling plot in “Wild West Romance,” the second attraction on this evening’s programme, to form a concoction that will satisfy thrill seekers. Rex Bell, Fox Films cowboy star, barely out of his teens, makes his first appearance as a featured player. “Wild West Romance” and “Blake of Scotland Yard” will be screened at to-day’s matinee.

June 3 and 4.—At Dunedin, guests of Otago A. and P. Association at the winter show and of the Dunedin Jockey Club at the Wingatui races. The Otago provincial executive also is arranging to entertain the excursionists. June 5. —Leave Dunedin 8.40 a.m., and arrive Oamaru 11.45 a.m. - Formal reception by Mayor and councillors. North Otago Farmers’ Union will provide luncheon. Motor trips to Waitaki High School, stone quarries and other places of interest in the neighbourhood. Leave at 7.15 p.m. for Timaru, arriving 8.35 p.m. June 6.—At Timaru. Entertainment and motor trips being arranged by South Canterbury executive. June 7. —Leave Timaru 9 a.m. for Ashburton. Excursionists will be met on arrival at 1 10.30 a.m., and suitably entertained by the Mid-Canterbury provincial executive. Depart 7.30 p.m. for Christchurch, arriving 8.50 p.m. Juno 9. —At Christchurch. Visits including Lincoln College. Entertainment being arranged by the North Canterbury provincial executive. June 9.—-At Christchurch.

June 10. —Visit Rangiora Agricultural High School and Belfast freezing works. Depart Christchurch 7.30 p.m. to connect with ferry steamer to Wellington. June 11.—Wellington depart 9.55 a.m. Hawera arrive 5.55 p.m.

The party will travel second class and tho Railway Department' will supply steam heated cars with chair seats. The foregoing itinerary is conditional on at least 160 passengers and all fares must be booked through to Invercargill.

FARMERS’ TOUR OF SOUTH ISLAND.

THE AMENDED ITINERARY. In co-operation with the Railway Department the South Taranaki provincial executive of the Farmers’ Union has arranged for the epecial excursion party to leave Hawera on Wednesday, May 29, for a tour of the South Island from Christchurch to Invercargill. The tour will afford farmers an opportunity to study farming conditions in the districts visited and special arrangements are aleo being made for the entertainment of the visitors at the towns en route. The following itinerary has been arranged: — May 29.—Depart from Hawera 10.14 a.m. train and connect with ferry steamer at Wellington. May 30. —Arrive Christchurch and depart by train 8.50 a.m. for Invercargill, arriving 9 p.m. May 31.—At Invercargill, Southland executive arranging entertainment and motor trips to places of interest in district.

June I.—Leave Invercargill 8.45 a.m. for Gore arriving 9.50 a.m. Motor visits to outlying districts and complimentary luncheon by local bodies. Depart 3 p.m., and arrive Dunedin 6 p.m. June 2. —A' Dunedin.

TAWHITI SPORTS.

NOMINATIONS CLOSE TO-DAY. One of the best programmes of horse events in the district will be presented at the Tawhiti and district third annual sports on Mr. J. Sole’s property, adjoining the Tawhiti hall, on April 24. There will be dancing and piping events, a buckjumping competition, and dairy classes. Nominations for all events close to-day with the secretary or the president, at their office, Union Street, Hawera. Owing to Anzac Day following the sports day, the dance and presentation of prizes will be held in the Tawhiti hall on Friday, April 26. The programme comprises about 40 events and classes which cannot fail to prove of interest. In the horso section are events for children’s ponies, open jumping, open pony jumping, best factory horse, best utility horse, best allround farm horse, potato race on horseback, pony trot, best factory trotting horse, best trotting horse, apple bobbing on horseback, threading the needle, stockman’s competition and rescuing comrade on horseback. There are several motor-car events, a strong dairy section, Highland dancing and piping, a buckjumping competition, etc. In every case the prizes offered are liberal and some very fine trophies will be competed for.

DEMAND FOR STOCK.

MUCH ACTIVITY SHOWN. Considerable activity in the store cattle market has been evident during the past week in South Taranaki. Several large lines of store bullocks and. cows have been sold and there has also been a considerable number sold at auction. Prices show a slight increase on previous quotes. The sheep market continues quiet, buying being confined to store ewes and wethers and a few lines of lambs. Dairy herds are still selling very well, and a considerable number are now booked for forward delivery. Despite these large sales a keen demand for cows is anticipated throughout the season as there is an undoubted shortage. In-calf heifers are not selling as quickly as in former years, but there is no doubt the demand will come later. There has been renewed inquiry for weaner Jersey heifers of good quality, and most of the good lines are now absorbed. Fat cattle are selling well and it is considered that prices will advance somewhat during the winter and spring. Cows advanced in price at sales during the week.

PERSONAL AND GENERAL.

Wishing to participate in the air page-, ant, Mr; K. W. J. Hall arrived at Hav»cra’yesterday afternoon at 1.30 p.m. Leaving Hororata, near Christchurch, at 7.45 a.m., Mr. Hall refuelled at Blenheim and Hawera, leaving on the final stage for Auckland at 2.45 p.in. He hoped to arrive at 5 p.m. Mr. Hall was using, an Avro machine and his flight makes a further record for New Zealand solo flying, eclipsing, the present record of Major Cowper by 40 miles.

A first-class programme, excellent grounds and a progressive committee arc features which should contribute to the success of the Mokoia sports to be held under the auspices of the Mokoia and District Settlers’ Association at “The Pines," Mokoia, on May 15. In the programme are horse, motor-car and athletic events, and a seven-a-side football tournament for junior players, for which a 20-guinea challenge shield and seven gold medals are offered for competition. To the runners-up go the Cann Challenge Cup and seven silver medals.

An interesting athletic programme and a seven-a-side football tournament, open to all junior players in Central and South Taranaki, for the Hikaka Challenge Cup, are features of the Oeo Sports Club’s annual meeting to be held at Oeo on May 1. To the winning team in the seven-a-side tournament seven miniature silver cups will be presented, and the runners-up will receive seven silver medals. Nominations for -the handicap events and the tourney close with the secretary, Mr. M. T. Saywell, Oeo, on April 26. A band will be in attendance and there is free parking for cars. A long night dance will be held in the evening.

Another excellent sports programme to be presented on May 1 is that of the Mere Mere-Ohangai Sports Club, which will be held in Mr. J. Anderson’s fine grounds. The programme is a very comprehensive one and will provide a wealth of attraction. Nominations for the 100 yards (open), 440 yards (open), 150 yards Mcremere-Ohangai (open),and SBO yards handicap close with the secretaries, Messrs. R. Sheahan and A. Williams, not later than Wednesday, April 24, and it is anticipated that strong fields will be forthcoming for these events in which the aggregate points count for the Cann Cup. Other outstanding features of the programme are two baby shows, one for babies under nine months, and the other for babies under 18 months. In the evening a sports ball will be held, when prizes won during the day will be presented by Mr. H. G. Dickie, M.P.

To raise funds for the Auroa Pipe Band’s uniform fund an ingleside is to be he’d in the .Auroa Hall on Wednesday, April 24; by the Hawera Scottish Society’s concert party. There will be a good orchestra and the Highland I ipe Band will be in attendance. “The masterly ways of Mr. H. C. A. Fox” as a conductor and teacher <>t music to children was the subject of appreciative reference at the Hawera Bchool committee meeting on Thursday evening. A letter is to he forwarded expressing thanks to Mr. Fox. ■ Reservations for the South Island farmers’ excursion must be made hy April 24. Particulars are obtainable from the .secretary of the Farutis Union, Mr. E. K. Cameron. The Manaia branch of . the Plunket

Society will have a street day on Tueaday next. Gifts at Mr. Cosgrove’* shop will bo welcomed.

J. C. Snjith will hold his usual salep of fruit at 11 a.m. to-day, and poultry (Including pullets), iron garden roller, motor-cycle, furniture, bacon and hanm at 1.30 p.m.

McCay andLaurenson have received th* following cable from their London principals:—Butter market quiet. Finest New Zealand, 162 s to 1645, firsts, 160 s to 1625; Danish, 164 s to 1665; Australian, 156 s to 158 s. The Continental market is weaker again. Danish butter 1® offering for next week at 158 b to 160 s. The cheese market is slow, with New Zealand white cheese at 87s to 88s; coloured, 89s to 90s.

The South Taranaki Returned. Soldiers’ Association’s annual meeting will be held in the Soldiers’ Club, Hawera, oa Tuesday next, April 23, at 7.45 p.m. The Hawera County Council notifies in this issue that 4he. triennial general elec-, tion of councillors will be held on Wed-, nesday, May 8, for the purpose of electing eight councillors, as follows: —Hawera riding, three councillors; Mokoia riding, three - councillors; Ararata riding, two councillors. Nominations must b 9 received before noon on Friday next, April 26, at the county office. The sams conditions will apply in connection with the election of three representatives for the Hawera Hospital Board, a representative on the Patea Harbour Board, and two representatives on the South Taranaki Electric Power Board.