ST. ANDREWS

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXXVII, Issue 19698, 16 January 1934, Page 9

ST. ANDREWS

GYMKHANA PROVES SUCCESSFUL LIKELY TO BE ANNUAL EVENT Overcast but bright weather greeted the opening of the gymkhana organised by the St. Andrews Anglican Ladies’ Guild. Most of the events were got off under ideal weather conditions, but a heavy downpour spoiled the last part of the programme. The attendance was very large, and although the function was the first of its kind held in the district the organisation was so good that the programme was completed without a hitch and with no dragging moments for the spectators who thoroughly enjoyed the whole show. A Pipe Band was in attendance, and gave the Domain a Caledonian atmosphere. The following were the officials:— President, Mrs P. R. Woodhouse; secretary and treasurer, Mr R. B. Williams; committee, Mrs R. B. Williams, J. H. Stowell, Mr G. Coles, Mrs H. B. S. Johnstone, Miss Elworthy, Mr H. Elworthy, Mr H. B. S. Johnstone, Mr C. L. Orbell, Mrs W. E. Mills, Mr R. Coup, Mr W. E. Mills, Mr G. A. Wilks, Miss McGibbon, Mrs W. A. Strang, Mrs F. G. Saville, Mrs C. F. Cooke, Mr W. Smith (Timaru), A. Waters.

The most exciting event of the day was the draught horse derby, which proved to be a fast contest, while thrills in plenty were provided by trick motor cycle riders and eccentric car drivers. The following are the results of the principal events;— Horse Events. Egg and spoon race, open—Miss C. Elworthy. Egg and spoon race, ponies—Miss Paulette Woodhouse 1, Master Gibson 2. Gretna Green contest, open—Miss J. Studholme and Miss J. Rolleston. Gretna Green contest, ponies—Misses P. and C. Woodhouse 1, Misses Thompson and Midgley 2. Obstacle race—D. McPherson. Musical chairs, open.—Miss J. Orbell. Jumping—Miss J .Orbell. Horseback wrestling—D. McPherson. Pony trotting—Master Bee. Draught horse derby—R. B. Williams’s Overdraft, ridden by Miss J. Orbell. In a small field Overdraft quickly drew out with a very good lead from Wedding Bells and Blueduck. i Half-way round Wedding Bells was closing up quickly and looked like overtaking the leader, when a bit of useful prompting from a backer on the rails gave Overdraft a burst of speed which carried her past the judges’ stand to win the cup from Wedding Bells with three lengths to spare. Motor Car Events. Blindfold driving—H. B. L. Johnstone 1, Miss I. Mills 2. Balloon bursting—Miss C. Johnstone 1, H, B. L. Johnstone 2. Potato race—Allen O'Neill 1, J. F. Rouse 2. Serpentine race—Fowler 1, H. B. L. Johnstone 2. Tourist trophy—Fowler 1, D. Hall 2. Motor Cycle Events. Tourist trophy—King (McMeekin’s trophy). Owing to heavy rain the remaining motor cycle events had to be abandoned, but a thrilling exhibition of trick riding was given by Messrs Fowler, King, Barbour and Potts, of Timaru. Miscellaneous. Folk dancing—Waitohi Women’s Institute 1, Geraldine Rangers 2. Bagpipes—R. Smillie 1. Baby show—Under 12 months: Girl, Joan Bee. Boy, Esmond Dix. Under 18 months: Boy, John Taylor, Kenneth Morris Ist equal; girl, Joan Weston. Under 6 months: Girl, Margaret Wilson; boy, James Cartwright. Under 2 years: Boy, Herbert Rooney; girl, Joyce Cook. Children’s pets.—Prettiest pet, dog: A. Williams 1. Pet lamb: E. Mclvor 1. Special prize, dog: A. Dickson, Alsatian. Sheep dogs: Mrs S. N. Taylor 1, Mrs Stewart 2, Dr. Woodhouse 3. Sporting and terrier dog: E. P. R. Woodhouse 1, R. Hansen 2, P. Taylor 3. Toy dog: Mrs P. Elworthy 1, Miss Courtney 2, Mrs R. H. Rhodes 3. Unusual dog: A. Gibson 1, Mrs R. H. Rhodes 2, E. P. R. Woodhouse 3. Steer riding—ln spite of heavy rain a large crowd gathered to wtiness this event which proved to be most exciting. Many local riders tried their skill and gave some very creditable performances. Patterson was first and Henderson second. The gymkhana was followed by a dance in the evening in the Public Hall, which, in spite of heavy rain, drew a large attendance.