BOROUGH OF STRATFORD

Taranaki Daily News, 13 December 1932, Page 8

BOROUGH OF STRATFORD

COUNCIL MATTERS CONSIDERED.

GENERAL PURPOSES MEETING. The general purposes meeting of the Stratford Borough Council was held last night, when the chairman of the works committee (Cr. C. R. Finnerty), presided. Others present were the Mayor (Mr. P. Thomson), Crs. R. F. Harkness, R. E. Carryer, N. B. Fletcher, A. J. Davey, J. W. Crowe, A. H. Trotter and C. H. Speck. , The engineer (Mr. L. B. Davis) stated that the footpath in Cordelia Street where the new formation was done was gravelled with pit gravel. The metal line of the road formation was cut down to grade and remetalled with crushed river shingle. The pipe culvert in Pembroke Road was extended 12ft with 42in pipes. The work. of filling and forming the footpath would be put in week. The tunnel in Clotton Road was completed and the old ditch filled. It might be necessary to re-grade a short piece of the footpath later when the clay was settled. The staff was engaged a good deal on general mantenance. Repairs to roads and footpaths had been effected in many parts of the borough. The horse mower was engaged for a week in cutting on the sides of streets and footpaths. The permanent staff was cleaning and tidying footpaths for the holidays. The intake at the , water works was cleaned. Mains were inspected and repairs effected. The four-inch main in Cordelia Street was lowered to suit the new grade of the road. Many house service pipes in Cordelia Street and Ariel Street were lowered to suit new grades. Under relief works one gang was engaged in Cordelia Street and Ariel Street but as the number of men was much less just now progress had been somewhat slow. Two men were engaged in tunnel work, while some men who were not fit for hard work were employed in the parks. Two tradesmen were emplayed about the depot on useful work. The . librarian (Mr. CPS. KeUy) reported that books issued totalled 2271, returned 2276, new books added 35, new subscribers 7, subscribers not renewing 15, total number of subscribers 211, subscriptions received £l5 16s 7d. During November the foilowing stock were slaughtered, stated the abattoir manager (Mr. R. Jenkins): 81 rows,, 60 heifers, nine oxen, six calves, sheep, 52 lambs and 92 pigs. Slaughtering fees amounted to £BB 14s 9d. The Stratford Rifle Club sought permission to instal a rifle range under the floor of the town hall. There was ample room for a full-length range and the proposed site was safe both from the view point of the public and of fire. The Rifle Club would instal the floor at its own eX Cr. n Fletcher: Did we not grant that request 12 months ago The town clerk: The council discussed it but I do not think it was granted. The Mayor'thought,that to grant the request might interfere with the proposal to show pictures in the town hall. The matter was referred to the town hall committee for report next Monday in reply to the council on cemetery upkeep, the Stratford Coun y Council said it had not overlooked the .arrangement with the borough council; that was pointed out to the town clerk by the county, clerk when he discussed the matter prior to forwarding his letter of September 21. The Government audit inspector had advised that the coun y council had no power to refund the auctioneers’ licenses and the limit it could grant toward cemetery upkeep was *,30. Under the circumstances it would appear that the existing arrangement - between the two councils on those matters could not be adhered to. C- Trotter: Heads I win, tails you lose, ‘ I think. .. ' , •me town clerk explained that two firms had nominated the county council when they paid their fees and the county council accepted the fees. , j <. The county., council will be asked to appoint • representatives to meet representatives of the borough to discuss the matter. . Mr. H. R. Saunders, Craig Street, inquired if the council would permit him to cut tracks from points opposite his gates through the grass to the metalled portion of the road. In the event of ms gaining permission to tether a cow on the roadside in the sumnier, he asked if the permission would protect him in case any person laid a complaint with the ..police. If a visitor to his house tethered a saddle horse or a horse in a' vehicle in the street, would ah offence be committed, he asked. The letter was received A request that a taxi telephone box and the pole at the corner of the station entrance be removed’ to permit an unobstructed view of a new shop front was acceded to. ./ . The Mayor said the taxi drivers would not object to the box being shifted towards the station for a short distance to clear the view of the shop. Cr. Harkness. suggested that if the paling fence along the station entrance were removed the desires of the ■ applicant would be met. If the box were shifted only a few feet it would still be in the way. The Mayor pointed out that if a business man erected a building in the town his wishes should be met if they could be without undue trouble. The Petone Borough Council intimated its concern over the proposed new legislation in the' Municipal Corporations Bill which would enable a commission to force amalgamation with another borough. It was felt that protection was needed from any measure thht would give such drastic power to a commission. Support was accorded the Petone council.

The Stratford Fire Brigade was granted £5 ss. towards' stationery and £5 ss. for boot money. A complaint was received that dust in Cordelia Street interfered with work in a cordials factory. A request that a water-cart be sent along the street three times a week in fine weather was referred to the engineer, with power to act. The Citizens’ committee of the Stratford Municipal Band advised that the band would be carolling early on Christmas Day and in the afternoon and evening of Christmas Eve.

Recently, it was stated, the band had met with considerable opposition from an outside band which generally paraded when any function was being held in Stratford. A collection was taken and money that should be going to the Stratford band was going outside the town. The committee ' asked the council to reserve the dates mentioned and to restrict any outside band. The money from performances and engagements was urgently needed for new instruments, repairs to instruments, uniforms, and such. The committee also applied for two council lorries to be used, as in the past, for carolling. The town clerk said the outside band in question would not play at Stratford .on the dates mentioned. ! Jfee. ?esties» firaiiled.

The Mayor and the town clerk were authorised to procure a selection ot photographs of the ceremony m comection with the opening of the Stratford main trunk railway, the photographs to be framed and hung in thes picture gallery at the entrance to the Stratford Borough Council office. Cr. Trotter’s suggestion that community lighting be introduced into Stratford was referred to the electricity committee for a report.

KIORE SCHOOL CONCERT. CHILDREN IN FANCY DRESS. Another success in children’s entertainments was scored by the Kiore school on Tuesday night, the fancy dress ball providing for the delight of a crowded audience a varied programme. The singing and dancing showed that the pupils possessed musical ability'which had been well trained by the teacher, Mr. Cartwright. The dressing was a feature, reflecting much skilful designing. The concert opened with the grand march, played by Miss S. Mounsey. Four songs were sung by all the pupils and recitations given .by Jim Knox, Alton Kemp, Rene Patterson and Ngaire Knox. After the dancing Santa Claus presented each child with a book and gift, and Rene Patterson received a special prize for highest marks in the examination. On behalf of the pupils Jim Knox presented the teacher with a travelling ru S’ Those in fancy dress were Eva Todd, Pierette; Molly Knox, Rose; Rene Patterson, Boy Blue; Joyce Shreiber, France; Joyce Kemp, Elf; Ngaire Knox, Old Fashioned Lady; Lydia Stockley, Folly; Olga Stockley, Romper; Marjorie Rowson, Carnation; June Rowson, Fairy Bell; Cynthia Stockley, Work Bag; Jim Knox, Clown; Ron Shreiber, Indian; Bill Stockley, Cook; Dick Kemp, Santa Claus; Alton Kemp, Clown; Roy Shreiber, Dutch Boy; Bob Rowson, Indian Chief; Campbell Patterson, Sailor; Malcolm Kemp, Toy‘Maker’s Dream. .■ The Monte Carlo was won by Molly Knox and'Bill. Stockley and the spot waltz by Eva Todd and Alton Kemp. The music was supplied by Misses Rena Knox, Saidie Mounsey and Flora Knox, Mr. T. Fookes, Mr. Patterson and Mr. Stockley. Supper was served by the ladies. . Mr. Cartwright was-master of ceremonies.

WAIPUKU BEATEN AT CRICKET. STRATFORD POST OFFICE TEAM. The Stratford Post Office defeated Waipuku in a match at Waipuku in the week-end by an innings and 10 runs. Details are:— Waipuku:—First innings: Vesty, 1.b.w., b Jones, 5; Homan, b Jones, 3;. Fowler, b Jones, 0; Thompson jun., c Francis, b Jones, 15; Hunwick, c Attrill, b Jones, 0; Thompson, b Jones, 5; Kivell, b Burgess, 0; Craig, c Burgess, .b Jones, 0; Dwyer, c Jenkin, b Jones, 2; Colson, not out, 4; Cullen, b Jones, 1; total 35. Second innings: Colson, b Richardson, 2; Homan, c Dickie, b Francis, 0; Craig, b Richardson, 1; Hunwick, b Francis, 0; Fowler, c Mail, b Richardson, 4; Vesty, b Francis, 1; Thompson jun., b Francis, 8; Kivell, b Richardson, 3; Thompson, c Jenkin, b Richardson, 3; Dwyer, b Richardson, 0; Cullen, not out, 2; byes, 1; total, 25. Post Office: Jones, b Fowler, 4; Francis, c Colson, b Fowler, 13; Jenkin, • c Homan, b Fowler, 0; Attrill, b Thompson, 0; Cameron, c Honan, b Thompson, 14; Dickie, b Thompson, 0; Claridge, run out, 7; Richardson, b Honan, 4; Mail, not out, 4; Burgess, b Fowler, 21; Rogers, b Craig, 1; byes, 2; total, 70.

CHRISTMAS CHEER FOR CHILDREN. SCHEME FOR THE UNEMPLOYED. Following a meeting of the churches throughput the Stratford district to discuss the question of a tea at Christmas for the children of the unemployed in the town hall on December 22, an executive was appointed to deal with the matter. The executive met on Friday evening. There were present the Rev. J. McGregor (chairman), Canon G. T. Beale, Mr. E. H. Young and Mr. J. C. Robins (hon. secretary), and Mesdames W. J.s Polson, P. Thomson, E. H. Young, J. McGregor, G. T. Beale, R. Masters and F. P. Uniacke. Apologies were received from the Rev. Father McLaughlin and the Rev. T. Skuse.

Reports were received from the . committees- appointed by the preliminary meeting. For. the catering committee Mrs. P. Thomson stated that a successful canvass for suitable foodstuffs had been made, and that it was proposed to give the children fruit, jellies, sandwiches, cakes and soft di-inks. It was recommended that any food left be given to necessitous cases, and that the children be arranged at the tables according to age. Local firms had offered the loan of crockery and cutlery.. Arrangements had also been made for a supply of fuel for the coppers. With regard to invitations Canon Beale stated that he had seen to the printing of suitable cards and that he had made inquiries from the headmasters of the various schools in both the country and the borough as to the number of children of unemployed parents, so that a rough estimate could be made of the probable number which would attend., In this connection Mr. Robins stated that he had asked those of the unemployed who received their wages on Saturday to put down the age and sex of their children, and that the Saturday invitations would be issued to those whose names had been received. Mrs. Uniacke stated that the appeal for toys for the Christmas tree had been satisfactory, though still many more were required. Representing the decorating committee, Mrs. Young stated that 100 paper caps had been sent in by St. Mary’s school, and that the necessary paper had been donated.. All arrangements for. decorations were well in hand. A working bee to assist with the heavy work on the Wednesday night, (Mr. E. A. Young convener) was appointed. With regard to the toys it was pointed out that the committee did not propose to spend any large sum,' but rather appealed to the children of those in more fortunate circumstances who could spare one of last year’s . playthings. Even broken toys wSre acceptable, as the com-' mittee was prepared to make any repairs possible. ~ ... .r. The use of the town hall with the chargeable rent rebated was granted to the churches by the borough council.

CHILDREN’S FANCY DRESS DANCE.

CARDIFF AND WAINGONGORO.’

One of the most successful functions of the year at Cardiff was the children’s fancy dress dance on Friday night. The pupils of Cardiff and Waingongoro schools displayed their ability in many folk dances, all of which were enthusiastically applauded. At the conclusion of the children’s portion of the dance the chairmen of the committees (Mr. L. Wickham and Mr. O’Sullivan) thanked, all who had assisted in making the function the success it was. The adults took the floor and danced until an early hour. _ Pupils in fancy dress were: C. Purdy (Ace of Hearts), M. Jordan (Nurse), E. Cameron (Military Ballet Dancer), D. Goble (Rainbow), B. Brunton (Chinese Lady), H. Purdy (Oranges and Lemons), G. Relf (Irish Colleen), D. .Paterson (Folly), L. Goble (Ballet Dancer), N. Shannon (Old English Maid), M. Whyte (Columbine), P. Rayner (Drummer Girl), D. Richards (Early Victorian), M. Marchant (Irish Colleen), C. Wickham (Summer), N. White (Daffodil), M.

Fox (Japanese), D. Smith (Indian),. E. Smith (Hawaiian Girl), N. Perry (Dutch Girl), C. Smith (Little Miss Vanity), V. Perry (Little Red Riding Hood), Z. Stewart (Jester), S. Goble (Dancing Doll), E. Dimmer (Gipsy), D. Dimmer (Gipsy), W. Cooper (Hiker), B. Rayner (Cow Boy), J. Swindlehurst (Cricketer), A. Marchant (Jester), R. Relf (Cow Boy), R. Purdy (Cow Boy), W.’ Gall (Jockey), O. Mander (King of Hearts), S. Corley (Tennis Player), B. White (Pirate), K. Carley (Sailor), K. Swindlehurst (Tin Soldier), H. Fox (Good Night),'C. Carley (Cricketer), C. Smith (Pirate), F. Hollins (Golliwog), R. Goble (Clown), A. Gaff (Cow Boy), C. Relf .(Hobgoblin), C. Dimmer (Robin Hood), E. Purdy (Cricketer), T. Askew (Marigold), T. Allen (Scraps), J. Bloxham (Page Boy), E. Bloxham (Dolly Varden), M. Harding (Chocolate Fancy), M. Askew (Dancing Girl), N. Woodhead (Carlo), M. O’Sullivan (Gipsy Fortune Teller), I. Paterson (Snow Flake), L. Townsend (Fairy Queen), A. Harding (Flannels), A. Paterson (Indian), L. Paterson (Pirate), G. Woodhead (Chinese), B. Harding (Indian), C. Askew (Clown), M. Brown (Pierrot) and D. Geary (Prince). WAIPUKU SCHOOL GRADE. REDUCTION OF CAPITATION GRANT. The monthly ■ meeting of- the Croydon school committee was held dn Tuesday.. Present were Messrs. W. E. Vesty (chairman), W. Crosby, J. Capper, W. Hooker and C. Prince. ' The Education Board advised that the school would drop to grade one in 1933. The chairman pointed out as. a result the capitation money would drop from. £l9 to £l2 per annum and the committee would have to be very careful to make ends meet. One of the swing poles has broken, and Mr. Capper has donated one to replace it. ' .. '' . ' ■" ’. ■ The committee has decided to hold a.' picnic on bfeaking-up day, when there will be races for young and old. BOWLING at ELTHAM. CHAMPIONSHIP. GAMES. Following are results of the further games in the championship competition of the Eltham Bowling Club: Thomas defeated Mumby; Tiplady defeated Clemow; Fake defeated Harrison: Astbury defeated Linn; Brown defeated Carman; Mumby defeated Peacock; MoKay defeated Peebles; Astbury defeated Fake; Peacock defeated Franks. ■ For the silver fems McKay and defeated grower and Jones, ... .