TEMUKA.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXV, Issue 18545, 16 April 1930, Page 7

TEMUKA.

EASTER MONDf CARNIVAL, The entries in co. ection with the Easter Monday athletic carnival is very satisfactory, the running ana cycling sections attracting some of the best pei formers in the province. Amongst those that will be competing in the cycling section are—Wilmott, P. O’Shea, E. B. Taylor, and J. Weir, the former making his first appearance since returning from his Australian tour. With such performers as Getson, Polaschek, Plater and Shalders in the running section, this should be a feature of the sports. FIRE BRIGADE. The annual meeting of the Temuka Volunteer Fire Brigade was held on Monday evening, there being present: —Captain J. Henry (in the chair), Lieut. J. Allfrey, Foreman W. Husband, Firemen H. Smith, H. Williams, F. Chapman, C. H. Hancox, T. Scott, i . Ives, H. Phillips, A. Hope, Messenger S. Burns; treasurer, Geo. Hancox, and Fireman D. Cain (secretary). The fifty-fifth annual report stated that the main station had been destroyed by fire during the year, anu many relics, photographs and records, which could not be replaced, had been destroyed. The annual ball showed a credit balance of £lO 12s 4d. During the past few months the water pressure had much improved, and the new Orari scheme was a pronounced success. The pressure was in the vicinity of 601 b. practically double that under the old scheme. From November 26th, 1929 to March 31st, 1930, four fires occurred in the town, some of which were very serious. The Canterbury Provincial Fire Brigades’ Association held their annual conference in Temuka, and Capt. Henry was appointed president for the ensuing year. Several discussions have taken place between the Brigade and the Council in order to improve the fire-fighting appliances, and the Brigade were confident that the time was not far distant when much better conditions would be in evidence.

After some discussion the report was adopted, several members stating that everything was quite satisfactory. The following officers were elected: Captain Henry (re-elected); Lieut. Allfrey Ire-elected); Fireman D. Cain (secretary): Fireman H. Phillips, F. Ives, branchmen; Firemen F. Ives and H. Smith (caretakers); Hon. Surgeon. Dr F. A. Scanned; Messenger S. Burns (re-elected;; ex-Capt. G. Hancox (treasurer).

Some routine business was done at the conclusion of which the usual social hour was spent. Councillors Buzan (Deputy Mayor). R. Jamieson A. R. Beck. L. F. Robins, E. B. Cooper Jnr., A. E. Smith and C. Davidson were the guests of the Brigade, and a number of toasts were proposed and responded to. An apology was received from the Mayor, who is just recovering from a serious illness. PLUNKET SOCIETY. The annual meeting of the Temuka sub-branch of the Plunket Society was held on Monday afternoon. The chair was occupied by Mrs Ross Brodie (president), and the following members vere present:—Mesdames Leslie Talbot. G. W. Armitage, Twentyman, J. O. J. Oliver, A Hayhurst, G. Thomson, T. E. Gunnion, H. E. Gapper, R. Comer, W. B. Sutcliffe, H. Talbot, O. C. Stephens, H. R. Fell, Livesey, S. B. Wightman, T. Sheen, Hancox, J. C. South, Austin, Sister Eggleton and the honorary secretary (Mrs G. C. Tully). The report stated what the work had gone on steadily and satisfactorily During the year, the Society suffered a loss in the death of Mrs Cross, for many years an active member of the Committee. The outstanding features of the year had been the resignations of the president (Mrs D. H. Paterson), who left the district; and of Plunket Nurse Allan. The resignation of Mrs Routledge also v/as received with regret, but she had since accepted a position on the honorary committee. In February a farewell to Mrs Paterson was held through the courtesy of Mrs Hayhurst, in her garden at “Ashfield. ’ Mrs Brodie was appointed actingpresident of the Society until the end of the financial year. Thanks were due to Plunket Nurse Allan for her unsparing efforts, and it was with regret that her resignation was accepted by M- *e Committee. Her place has been filled by Plunket Nurse McClurg, who came with a high reputation. The Committee and many mothers of the sub-branches met to farewell Nurse Allan and to welcome Nurse McClurg. The car was now registering a mileage of 23,000 miles, and had completed nearly three .years’ running. Thanks were due to Mr Hally and his assistants for their unfailing courtesy, for free garaging and for help with the car generally. Test-feeding scales were purchased during the year, and have proved a great help to mother and nurse. The financial support gained at the appeal for funds was most encouraging. The appeal took the form of the usual Shop Day and canvass of the surrounding districts, the amount realised being £154. Mr Palmer kindl\ allowed the use of a prominent position in his rooms for the sale. The Committee thanked the Geraldine County Council and the Temuka Borough Council for grants to general expenses and building funds; and the Mayor of Temuka for personal help, Mr G. W. Armitage for his work as honorary treasurer, the honorary advisers, the administrative secretary, the Director of Plunket Nursing, the postmaster of Temuka, end the Press.

On the motion of Mrs A. S. McInnes, seconded by Mrs L. Talbot, Mrs Ross Brodie was re-elected president without opposition. The following were elected vice-presidents:—Mesdames L. Talbot. G. W. Armitage, G. L. Twenty* man, J. O. J. Oliver, A. Hayhurst, G. Thomson, T .E. Gunnion and H. E Gapper; hon. secretary, Mrs G. C. Fully; committee. Mesdames R. Comer, W. B. Sutcliffe, H. Talbot, O. C. Stephens, H. R. Fell, Livesey, Wightman, T. Sheen, G. Hancox, South, Austin and Sister Eggleton; hon. advisors, Messrs W. F. Evans, G. W. Armitage and H. E. Gapper; representatives to Central Council, Mesdames Brodie. Armitage, Oliver, Sheen, L. Talbot, A. Hayhurst and G. L. Twentyman. PRESENTATIONS. Recognition of the work of Mrs James Walker as leader of the Girls’ Bible Class at the Temuka Presbyterian Church .and of Miss Ethel Walker as a teacher in the school, was made on Monday evening, when a large gathering assembled at a social function and presentation. The earlier portion of the evening was devoted to musical items and games, under the control of Mr J. J. Ellis. Shortly after supper, Mr A. J. Davey superintendent of the Sunday School, referred to the-excellent services rendered by their guests not only to the Bible Classes and Sunday School but also to the choir and other activities of the Church. Both had proved themselves tireless workers, and on behalf of their many friends he wished them ever> success and prosperity in Hamilton. Mr Davey then handed to Mrs Walker a dressing-table set, and to Miss Walker, he presented a manicure set. The Rev. H. R. Fell, Mr J. J. Ellis (choirmaster), and Mr A. Botting also spoke. Musical items were rendered by Miss Jessie Cameron (pianoforte solo), and Mr J. Forrester (baritone songs). NOTES. Poppy Day will be held to-morrow. Temuka Football Club players are asked to attend a compulsory practice in the Domain to-night. Arrangements in connection with the Easter holidays are advertised on the front page. Mr S. Griffin, of Christchurch, has acquired the leasehold of the Empire Hotel, at present owned by Mr Matt. Coffey.