SWIMMING

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXXVII, Issue 19759, 28 March 1934, Page 5

SWIMMING

END OF SEASON FUNCTION

WEST END PRIZES PRESENTED The good progress the West End Swimming Club had made since its inception, and the success of last season, were emphasised by speakers at a social function held in the West End Hall last night when prizes won during the season were presented. Mr J. E. Chiles, patron of the club, who presided, welcomed the large gathering, and congratulated the club on its successful season. He mentioned the outstanding achievements of members, and a round of applause followed his reference to the good work of the ladies. He regretted that Miss A. Keen, a prominent member, was unable to be present through illness. Mr Chiles said that the club was highly regarded in swimming circles, and he anticipated that the Junior National Championships would be held at the West End Baths next season. He then presented prizes as follows— Juvenile Challenge Cup (presented for annual competition by Mr T. Elder) :—E. Dennison and R. King, joint holders. J. E. Chiles Challenge Cup:—D. Parsons. West End Ratepayers’ Cup:—D. Elder. Mayo Diving Trophy:—J. Delury. Junior Girl Champion:—Miss Rita Gillon. Junior Boy Champion:—R. King. Intermediate Girl Champion:—Miss M. Callaghan. Intermediate Boy Champion:—D. Parsons. Senior Women Champion:—Miss M. Akins. Senior Champion:—L. Hunt. A miniature cup was presented to L. W. MacGregor for the fine sporting spirit he had shown during the season. Miss Olive Wilson received a cup presented by Mr MacGregor for her good performances as a junior. Orders were presented to the following winners of handicap events: Misses B. Wotherspoon and P. Keen and J. Drummond, E. Dennison, L. Andrews, L. W. MacGregor and D. Elder. Good Performances. The club chairman, Mr T. Elder gave a resume of events won by club members. He said that the 440 yards harbour race had been won by D. Parsons, and the Speechly Mile by Miss A. Keen, who had registered a wonderful performance. Miss Keen was also to be complimented on her showing in the Kellerman Cup race. Harry Pateman had won the 220 yards National Junior Championship. Mr Elder mentioned that the membership was now 70. He thanked the South Canterbury Swimming Centre for its help during the season, and referred to the good work of the handcapper (Mr A. Provan) and the secretary (Mr A. Rippen). The club’s handicapper (Mr A. Ball), and the custodian of the baths (Mr A. Hooke) were deserving of thanks, while thanks were due also to Mr K. Moffatt for his services as life-saving instructor. The support he had received from the committee was acknowledged by Mr Elder, while members showed their appreciation of the committee by giving three hearty cheers. Community singing and individual items contributed to the success of the evening’s enjoyment. Instrumental and vocal numbers were given by Miss Jean Wilson, and Messrs D. I. Parsons and L. Andrews. Bruce Ball gave a recitation while Misses Rita and Iris Gillon were seen in character dances. The accompanist was Mrs A. Ball. The remainder of the evening was spent in dancing.