GERALDINE.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXXIV, Issue 18849, 11 April 1931, Page 10

GERALDINE.

APPROACHING ELECTIONS. From present indications there will be at least one retirement from the Borough Council this year at the time of the municipal elections and there is a possibility of a Mayoral election. Approached yesterday by a representative of the “Timaru Herald,” the j Mayor (Mr J. Kennedy) and Coun- | clllors J. R. Lack (deputy-Maycr), E. jH. Logan, and A. J. Bell intimated that in all probability they will be standing for re-election. Councillors C. C. Bennett and J. W Miller stated that they had not yet made up their minds as to whether they would be offering themselves for re-election, and Councillor W. A. Sherratt said he would not stand. Approached concerning rumours that he would stand for either the Mayoralty or Council, Mr B. R. Macdonald said he had no comment to make. He had been approached, but had not yet made up his mind in the matter. GAPES VALLEY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE. The Gapes Valley Women’s Institute celebrated its first birthday at the monthly meeting, when Mrs Roberts presided over a good attendance. The resignation of Mrs Hibbs from the post of secretary was received with regret, and opportunity was taken to present her with a bouquet as a mark of appreciation for her past services. Mis Ruth Barker was appointed secretary. The prizes for the most points in the competitions for the past year was won by Mrs Knubley with Mrs P. Barker and Mrs Mackenzie second equal, and the prize for the most points gained by a single member was won by Miss R. Barker with Miss Rema Reid ondHome industry competitions were a feature of the meeting, and they produced an excellent display, the winners were:—Vegetables, Mesdames A. Haywood 1, A. H. Robert 2, R. Reid 3. Apples.—Masdames Knubley 1, Reid 2, Haywood 3. Jam.—Mesdames Knubley and Mackenzie 1 equal, Barker 2. Bottled fruit.—Mesdames Knubley 1, Barker 2, Toomey. Le Lievre, Reid and Roberts 3 equal. Vase of flowers (single members only).—Misses Le Lievre and R. Reid 1 equal, Blathwayt 2, Barker 3. Sponge sandwich.—Misses Barker 1, N. Maxwell 2, Roberts 3.

Mis L. Maxwell was warmly applauded for a well-rendered violin solo, and the Misses Reid gave an amusing dialogue which was greatly appreciated. Two amusing competitions, which were enjoyed by all, were won by Mrs Masefield and Miss Macdonald. The singing of the National Anthem brought an enjoyable afternoon to a close.

The hostesses were Mesdames Talbot, Sey and Misses Drogowaller and Parr. FIRE BRIGADE DANCE. A “first of the season” ball was held ih the Town Hall on Thursday night by members of the Geraldine Volunteer Fire Brigade. The dance was capably organised, and the hall was well filled with dancers, including a number of visitors. Music was supplied by a Timaru orchestra, and extras were played by Mr J. Callanan. Mr F. J. Wood acted as M.C. Among those present were:—Mesdames G. Cain, C. Knight, H. Brenton (Orari), E. Sinclair (Timaru), W. Walsh (Timaru), J. Lorimer, G. Colwell (Timaru), Misses M. Weaver, D. Payne, I. Sutton, L. Cain, C. Rule, T. Rule, J. Weaver, G. Evans, L. Naylor, G. Clark, K. Quigley (Timaru), R. Coupland (Timaru), Brophy (Timaru), M. Wills, J. Stevenson, M. Fyfield, P. Stevenson, E. Fyfield, M Dermondy, E. Waters, J. Johnson, G. Mole, E. Patrick, M. Charles, T. Stock,-m’ Tiplady, M. Smith, E. Smith, E. Cairns, G. Cumm, K. Dermody, V. Kellahan (Timaru), E. Tiplady, D. Smith (Orari), I. Smith (Orari), M. Brenton (Orari), R. Walsh (Timaru). Captain A. Bryant, Lieut. C. C. Knight, Foreman K. Smith, Firemen S. Pocock, W. Angland, J. Buckley, R. Helem, B. Clarkson, A. Kerr, G. Toomey, Messrs E. Watt, K. Paterson, E. Broad, J. Webb, P. McShane, J. Weaver, D. Smith, N. Patrick, J. Valentine, I. McKay, G. Stevenson, N. McGarva (Timaru), W. Harris, J. Callanan, B. Cain, S. Stonehouse, T. Watson, F. J. Wood, N. Meecham, J. Richards, P. Brenton, D. Fyfield, J. Fyfield, J. O’Neil (Te-

muka), F. Parker (Temuka), T. Davev, J. Lorimer, C. Pierce, G. Webb, M. Mayes, G. Colwell (Timaru), F. Slier - rat, I. Bethune, G. Cain (Woodbury), F. Smith( Timaru), M. Finn (Timaru), J. Maitland, S. Butcher, W. Brown, W. Patrick, E. Sinclair (Timaru), D. Edwards (Timaru), T. Hughes. B. Ferguson, G. Helem, A. McDonald.

A CLOSE CONTEST. In a friendly “A” Grade croquet match with Timaru, played at Geraldine on Thursday, the result was virtually a draw, Geraldine winning five games and Timaru five games, with two unfinished games at even scores. On points, Geraldine were the victors, with 237 points, against Timaru’s 229. The following were the results (Geraldine names first):— Singles. Mr Kirk 26 v. Mrs Hall 8. Mrs Hayes 20 v. Miss Wilson 13 (unfinished). Mrs McKenzie 26 v. Mrs Oxford 24. Mrs Kirk 9 v. Mrs Hunt 26. Mrs Rule 26 v. Mrs Watt 19. Mrs Broad 21 v. Mrs Wright 26. Mrs Stock 6 v. Mrs Gabites 26. Mrs Wallach 13 v. Mrs Pennefather 20 (unfinished). Doubles. Mr Kirk and Mrs Hayes 17 v. Mrs Hall and Miss Wilson 26. Mi's McKenzie and Mrs Kirk 26 v. Mrs Oxford and Mrs Gabites 5. Mrs Rule and Mrs Broad 26 v. Mrs Watt and Mrs Hunt 10. Mrs Stock and Mrs Wallach 21 v. Mrs Wright and Mrs Pennefather 26. COMING EVENTS. Coming events in Geraldine include a meeting of the friends of Mr D. L. Hatton which will be held at 8 tonight to arrange a farewell; the postponed annual meeting of the Geraldine branch of the New Zealand Farmers’ Union on Monday; a Pleasant Valley dance on Thursday and an Orari Bridge dance on Friday. “THE MYSTERIOUS LADY.” Greta Garbo achieves a new screen triumph in “The Mysterious Lady.” which will be screened at the Geraldine Municipal Theatre as a new Metro-GolcUvyn-Mayer feature with the famous Swedish star in the exotic role of a Russian spy. In her latest film production, Miss Garbo is the heroine of a vivid plot centreing about

military intrigue that engulfed Europe before the World War, plotting the downfall of a young enemy officer, whom she realises that she loves after he has been disgraced. Conrad Nage! plays opposite Miss Garbo as the dashing Austrian cavalryman who falls under the charm of the beautiful spy. In the stellar supporting cast are Gustav von Seyffertitz and Edward Connelly. Supports include a two-reel comedy, cartoon and gazette. For all Classes of Printing: Billheads, tickets, visiting cards, invitations, correspondence headings, printed envelopes, memorial cards, etc., ’phone or call “Timaru Herald” Branch Office, Wilson Street. Geraldine. Office hours: 9—12 a.m. and I—s p.m. ’Phone 207... The next visit of John R. Proctor’s representative to Geraldine will be April 22nd