South Taranaki News

Taranaki Daily News, 19 December 1930, Page 12

South Taranaki News

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MAIN SCHOOL ACTIVITIES WORK OF THE PAST YEAR. HEADMASTER'S ANNUAL REPORT The school work had progressed very satisfactorily during the past year, stated the headmaster (Mr. j. W; Thomas) in his annual report to the Hawera Main School committee on Wednesday evening.. The teachers had all worked conscientiously and the children had made very good progress. The inspectors’ 'reports had been very favourable. In the final examination of standard 6 children, 53 had obtained proficiency and three competency certificates. Forty-rnine of these were continuing their studies at secondary schools. The school had taken an active interest in all school sports, though with no outstanding successes except in swimming. Seventy,four children had obtained swimming certificates, the highest number for any school in tho province. The headmaster wished to thank all who had helped in the conveyance of the various school teams and would appreciate future help in that direction. The children had also been very successful in the calf-rearing competitions. Some 16 boys had also entered for the root-growing and garden plot competitions. In connection with school environment and associations Mme important efforts had been made. The committee had raised about £lOO towards the cost .of providing a new A type dental clinic. The building was now completed and’ it was hoped that another dental nurse’ would be appointed, early in tho year .so that the dental treatment could be extended bo include all the surrounding schools.

In order to purchase instruments for a school brass band over £lOO had also been raised by the energetic school band committee. This fund was augmented by a generous anonymous gift of £lOO, making it possible to purchase the instruments. These had arrived and about thirty boys were receiving instruction from Mr. Fox. There was also a strong orchestra.

Success had been gained in the August singing competitions, one chorus under the tuition of Miss Burgess being first and another under Miss Peterson being second. Over *£so had been expended in the purchase of school library books and infant apparatus. Many books and pictures had also -been donated by parents and friends, while it was desired especially to thank Mr. OUallaghan for a fine collection of geographical magazines, which would be a very valuable asset. t Concreting at the infant school had been extended and a trellis-work shelter erected. Hedges had been planted, and other improvements made. To encourage thrift among the children the school had co-operated with the Post Office Savings Bank. Many children had opened accoiiuts and were banking their pennies.The Bayly Memorial sports had been held at Hawera this year, the teachers of the Main School having charge of all arrangements. Thanks was tendered those who had given assistance, including teachers of the High’School, and also the Amateur Athletic Association for r the use.-of its material. \ - .. •Miss Iris Tarrant and Mr. M. Gray had been appointed substituted assistants and Misses B. Rawson and M. Murray trainees. All these would leave at the end of the year. They had worked conscientiously and were wished success in their teaching careers. Miss D. Peterson had been promoted to assistant mistress at Okato. She had been associated with the school for many years -both as pupil and teacher, and was very popular among parents, staff and children and did excellent work. Her musical ability was much missed at the school. The staffing of the .school was based on the average attendance of three terms,- the final one ending on. August 31.. The summary of the attendances for these terms was as under:—

Term ending December 31, 1929.-— Average roll £45, average attendance 594, percentage 92.1, admitted 60, withdrawn 33.

Term ending May 31, 1930.—-Average roll 612, average attendance 578, percentage 93, admitted 112, withdrawn 163*. Term ending August 31, 1930.—Average roll €24, average attendance 557, percentage ®9.3, admitted 61, withdrawn 36.

those withdrawn who passed standard 6, December, 1929. The attendance of the third term was seriously affected by epidemics of chic-fcen-pox, whooping cough and influenza. As it fell below 90 per cent, of the average , roll it. would be excluded in computing the average attendance. The proceeds of the recent successful operetta were to be devoted mainly to 'the funds of the committee. The capitation of the* school was quite inadequate to meet.its requirements. A part of the proceeds was to be set aside to acquire a new piano, which was urgently neded for the main school, Thanks was .extended to the parents who had provided material. for the children’s dresses, the ladies who helped in dressing the children and those who assisted in the orchestra and in other ways. Special mention was made of the work of Mr. Fox and of the teachers. The teachers were also thanked for their work during the year, and the committee for its assistance. Comment on the cleanliness of the school,, both ,inside and around the grounds, w&s made .in the visiting comreport. The school committee would, soon be faced with the renewing of the asphalt around the school, as at present it was perished. Messrs Church and Crutch were appointed the visiting committee. Those present were Dr. W. M; Thomson (chairman), Messrs 0. V. Church, C. W. Crutch, J. D. Tait, A. K. Fyson, E. Kirkby, E. Yearbury, N. Kenyon (secretary), J. W. Thomas (headmaster). GENERAL ITEMS. ..Of the 300 odd ears parked,in Hawera on , Wednesday well over 90 per cent, were of American or Canadian make. The balance were largely of English manufacture.

It has been decided to instal the following additional street lights in Hawera: Gladstone Street south, George Street, Napier Street, Riddiford Street, Victoria Street (at Surrey Street), Victoria Street (between High Street and Catholic Church), Glover Road (between Argyle ,and Wilson Street), Disraeli Street (south of High Street), Vogel Street (south of High Street), Turuturu Road (between Waihi Road and Egmont Street) and Eginont Street. Messrs. R. P. Morrissey and Co. advertise particulars of. a eale. at the Union Street salerooms, Hawera, to-day at 1.30 p.m.

CRICKET IN THE SOUTH LAST WEEK’S GAMES REVIEWED INTERESTING PLAY WITNESSED. There was bright warm sunshine and a cool breeze last Saturday, when some interesting play resulted, from the day’s fixtures. Hawera met Kaponga at Hawera and won easily. Kaponga missed Stanley Betts, who was busy at Pukekura Park helping Taranaki in the Hawke Cup match. Dawson was top-scorer for Kapohga. Vernon Betts held up his end for some time until McKenzie got one past him. McKenzie, who has always shown promise as a bowler, is in good form this season. He has an easy action land gets the ball to swing in a manner that catches the batsmen napping. Moreover, he is a useful batsman when he can settle down. Nielsen, who is. a conscientious believer in practice with, the ball as well as with the bat, secured three wickets cheaply. Consistent length is his main asset, and at times ■he. gets a very decided turn from the off.

T. Young and Crombie opened for Hawera. Young is a stylish bat, but rather overdoes the ■ flourish. Probably a really fast bowler , would soon get past ■him. He batted well on Saturday, and moreover fielded well at cover. It was pleasing; to see Harry Hughes notch 70 riins. Hughes always seems a bit uncertain at the start, but once he settles down he is hard to shift. He is becoming very adept behind the sticks, though a total of, 21 extras was recorded against him. This is only to be expected where the bowlers lack control of the ball. Shaw, who. received coaching at New Plymouth High School, showed good form and style in the previous match and was promoted on the batting list. Ho plays a good straight, bat, and just a little less restraint will help him a lot. , Kaponga went, in again after Hawera’s declaration at five wickets down. The Hawera skipper tried quick changes of ■bowling-—a good policy —but Jefeoate held the fort for 39 not out and . three wickets were .in hand when time was called. Jefeoate. is a good all-rounder, and though he was not very successful last week, ,he is aJ useful bowler. High School met Old Boys B and put up a really good performance, being beaten by 12 runs only. Stewart andEdwards gave their side a good start. Thrush, who is one of the most promising colts in South Taranaki, assisted in the good worje, while Duke and B. Thomas made merry for some time. It is remarkable how the . boys relish leg stuff and punch it hard and true. Though School are well down on the ladder, they have shown good form and seem to realise that cricket is a game, not a business? It is probably safe to say that if there was not such a live interest in cricket at the Higa School, the future of the game in South Taranaki would not be very bright. Several of Old Boys’ batsmen scored well, W. Banker getting top score with 38 runs. It is pleasing to see Milroy striking form as he showed considerable promise a-couple of years ago, but became too rash and lost ’’orm. A little more care in watching the ball will make his play sounder. Sturrock, who got seven wickets for €3 runs, bowled well; and, moreover, added 20 runs to his side’s total. Sturrock is a good all-rounder. Morrison has been out of the district, but his form suggests he is not short of practice. .Cheevers got his leg in front after making 123 runs. He 'batted, well against ■Stratford, but does not appear to have struck his best form yet. Perhaps the responsibility imposed on him as captain of his side has something to do with it. However, he is worth his place -in any team. Whitehead and* Thrush got the bulk of the wickets. Whitehead sends down a slow twisty ball that is not as simple as it looks to the majority of our batsmen. Okaiawa easily accounted for Old Boys. A. Moloney and Foster did best for Old Boys. The former’s. ability is •well-known. Foster is a left-hander with a very free style, and it is i pity that he does not play regularly. Eden secured the. best bowling figures, clean •bowling five mep. Okaiawa piled up 189 runs for six-wickets, Eden putting on ■6B runs, while Arthur Betts got 59. •Eden has been scoring consistently lately and Betts appears to have struck the form he used to display as opening batsman with Penny. At Stratford Patea batted first and took so much- time compiling a really good score of 176 that Stratford were left under two hours to get the runs to score a win. However, they went ‘ for it in rare style .and got the runs, 'and some to spare, at the cost of only four wickets. The boundaries at Stratford are Short, still the home team’s display was such as to show that if other players would treat the average bowling •with the respect it deserves, scoring would be much higher. Turvey, who is «, Wellingtonian, has shown good form and is a sound batsman. He plays himself in and has a variety of strokes that are a pleasure to see. Donnelly is a prolific scorer, especially on the on. Gat ton is a. mighty hitter, besides be-, •ing a capable keeper. Charlie’s enthusiasm never seems to dwindle. Frank •Young came to light and showed some of his old form. It was a pity that •Stratford could not have gone on because the batting was of a kind rarely seen in the district. A. Wilson, bowling for Stratford, secured five for 81, and had. the batsmen thinking. To-morrow the most important match will be at Stratford,. when the local team plays Okaiawa. There is only one point difference between them, and the result will be awaited with interest. Probably tho members of these teams are showing better form than any of the othei-s.

Hawera meets High School at Hawera. The school boys are capable of extending their opponents, in spite of the latter’s improvement. Kaponga will bo at home to Patea and should win with Stan. Betts to show the way. Old Boys A and B will try conclusions and some of the players will ha've the experience of playing against each other for the first time. These matches end the first round. The second round will opfen on January 10. TEAMS FOR TO-MORROW. The Okaiawa team to play Stratford at Stratford to-mdrrow will be: Crawford, Newman, Thomas, Murdoch, Watson, Linn, Skipper, Betts, Eden and Penny. Hawera team to play High School at Hawera: Kennedy, T. Young, Nielsen, Crombie, Hughes, Fairweather, Jennings, McKenzie, Giblin, Bray, Williams, Shaw (12th man).