WAIMATE

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXXIX, Issue 20054, 11 March 1935, Page 4

WAIMATE

A. AND P. ASSOCIATION MEETS

OFFICIALS FOR RAM FAIR

A meeting of the Waimate A. and P. Association was held on Saturday afternoon. Present—Hessrs D. Macdonald (president), E. Stokes, E. c. Studholme, C. C. Douglas, J. H. Hodgen, J. H. Milne, E. B. Harrison, J. C. Faulkner, J. Bruce, H. J. C. Harper, E. G. Hay, M. Mcßae, J. K. Blair, M. L. Elljot, J. I. Hayman, J. Dempsey. The president reported having represented the Society at a meeting held for the purpose of forming a Beautifying Society in Waimate. Nothing had actually been done at the meeting referred to, but at a later meeting at which the speaker was unable to be present, a Horticultural Society was formed. On the motion of Messrs Harper and Studholme, the committees were appointed to select names to be forwarded to the Royal Society to be placed olr the revised list of judges at present being compiled for shows throughout New Zealand. The Waimate Winter Show Society wrote stating that the cup given by the Society had last year been won outright, and asking if the trophy could be replaced.—lt was decided to purchase a challenge cup not to be won outright, the conditions of competition to be framed by the recipient society.

The British Association of Meat Wholesalers Ltd., London, wrote asking that closer co-operation should be established between their organisation and representatives of the meat producers of New Zealand. The letter set out that the writers were working in co-operation with the New Zealand High Commissioner and with the chairman of the New Zealand Meat Board (who is at present in London), and suggested that it was necessary to combat the purchase of live stock from growers by large vested interests. The letter was laid on the table in order that its perusal by any person attending a meeting to be held at Timaru on Wednesday next might be facilitated.

The Waimate High School Board wrote explaining the difficulty experienced in maintaining the wool-classing classes owing to lack of Government subsidy and shortage of finance. A maximum deficiency of £ls was anticipated, and the writers asked if the Society would guarantee a third share of that amount. On the motion of Mr Blair, it was resolved to guarantee the Board against loss by a donation of up to £5. Ram Fair The following officials were appointed for the Society’s annual ram fair:—Marshal, Mr H. J. C. Harper; assistants, Messrs E. C. d’Auvergne, J. H. Hodgen, T. B. W. Hamilton and C. C. Douglas. It was resolved that as many as possible of the sheep committee should attend at the showgrounds on the day prior to the Fair for the purpose of erecting thq ring, etc. Mr Harper said that he took exception to crossbred rams being accepted for sale at the Fair. The growers of purebred sheep had gone to considerable trouble to have their stock certified and tattooed, and these people, in the opinion of the speaker, were the only ones who should receive consideration. The chairman said that the matter had been the subject of a motion which was lost by one vote last year, and he was afraid that it was too late now to make any alteration in the arrangements for this year. After a short discussion, it was decided to take no action in the meantime. Wool Sale Dates Mr Harper said that he was of the opinion that March was too late a date for the Timaru wool sales. A lot of Ashburton farmers found the dates inconvenient, and much of the South Canterbury wool went to Dunedin. He would suggest that a letter be sent to the in Timaru asking that the wool sales be held somewhere about December 21 or 22, and again early in March. The president said that the woolbrokers had gone exhaustively into the matter and had done the best possible in the circumstances. If the matter was to be the subject of a motion, he would prefer to have it discussed at a larger meeting. Mr Harper agreed to put the matter in the form of a motion to come before the next meeting. GIFT AFTERNOON

To honour . liss E. Dunstan, whose marriage will take place shortly, Mesdames I. Cchraeder and C. H. Dale were hostesses at an enjoyable gift afternoon at the residence of Mrs Schraeder, Manse Street. The time was passed pleasantly with games, competitions and music, items being contributed by Mrs Dale, Misses Palmer and Buchanan. Competitions were won by Mrs McCormick and Miss J. Skevington. An enjoyable afternoon tea followed. The guest of honour was the recipient of many useful gifts for her future home. Miss Hannah, on behalf 'of the staff of the Waitaki Supply Stores, Kurow, presented Miss Dunstan with a beautiful tea service. W.D.F.U. The monthly meeting of the Waimate branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union was held in the Foresters’ Hall, when there was a good attendance. It was decided to close the lending library, a number of books on hand to be sent to Waipiata Sanatorium. The president read a request from the Dominion president that members should send in helpful hints on anything connected with the home, thus supporting the women’s section of “Point Blank.” The president also read a report of the business transacted at the recent conference held in Christchurch. As the next meeting will be the annual meeting, the president requested that members should pay their subscriptions on or before that date. On the conclusion of the business a social hour was spent, items being given by Miss V. Faulkner (pianoforte solo) and Mrs F. G. Mcßae and Miss M. Clelland (vocal duet). A humorous sketch caused much amusement. Competitions were won by Mesdames Roy, Hodgen and Morgan.

HOOK TENNIS CLUB A successful euchre party and dance was held in the Hook Soldiers’ Memorial Hall in aid of the Tennis Club. The prizes -were won by Miss B. Alexander and Miss B. Meyer, both prizes being given by Mrs E. C. Wilkin. The Tennis Club gave the men’s prizes, which were won by Mr Rowney

and Mr E. Wilkin. Mr J. Alexander won the guessing competition for a tin of biscuits given by Mr and Mrs Mason. Miss B. Meye. and Mr J. Girven provided the music for the dance, and Mr A. Wells acted as M.C. CRICKET A match played between Redcliff and Morven resulted in a win for Redcliff by 91 runs to 64. E. Wilson (11), J. Brown (12), McFarlane (41) and V. Wilson (11) secured the most runs for the winners, the best Morven bowlers being A. Meynell (4 for 32), R. Nolan (3 for 23) and G. Wilson (2 for 10). For Morven, double figure scores were registered by G. Bailey (not out 22) and R. Marshall (10), while the wickets fell to E. Wilson (3 for 16) and L. Wilson (7 for 23).

Procter’s, the Premier Opticians, Christchurch, will make their next professional visit to Waimate on Saturday. April 6, when they may be consulted on all defects of eyesight at the Royal Hotel