TEMUKA

Timaru Herald, Volume CXL, Issue 20250, 28 October 1935, Page 3

TEMUKA

BOWLING SEASON OPENS GENERAL NEWS Although the wet weather had made the green unplayable, the Temuka Bowling Club held its official opening at the clubhouse on Saturday, when visitors from several Timaru clubs were present. The president (Mr H. B. Strange) welcomed those present. He said they were fortunate in having a fine afternoon, although they would have to content themselves with inspecting the green and not playing on it. It was unfortunate that rain had prevented play, but he thought all would agree that it was more important for the country to get the moisture it was needing. The bowling could come later. After offering a number of apologies, he said that the club was always grateful for the assistance given by the ladies. Now that they had their own club and were most active, he wished them every success. The club was also indebted to the Domain curator (Mr G. Fletcher) and his assistant (Mr A. Watson) for the interest that they took in preparing the green, which was in splendid condition. The club was grateful to the Domain Board for its willing co-operation. He regretted that the “Grand Old Man of the Club,” Mr G. Levens, was not present, and that another old member, Mr G. L. Collins, was still in hospital. They had with them the president of the South Canterbury Centre (Mr R. H. Taylor), who was also the secretary of the club, and all the members regretted that he would be leaving the district almost before it would be possible for any play. Mr Taylor had been a good bowler and a popular member Temuka had been delighted at having one of its members president of the Centre, and it was most unfortunate that Mr Taylor was leaving before the club had the chance of getting all it wanted. (Laughter.) Mr Taylor thanked the president for his kind remarks. He much regretted having to sever his connection with the club, but the presidency of the Centre was a different matter, and he might be able to carry on with that position until the greater part of the season’s work had been completed. In the last few weeks it had been his privilege to visit several greens for their official openings, and he had been pleased to find everywhere a wonderful enthusiasm. There was a splendid spirit among the clubs, and he was pleased to say that the game was in a very strong position in South Canterbury. The Centre was especially pleased to see the progress that the game had made amongst the ladies. He had personally gained much pleasure from bowling and he had found that to meet a bowler was to know him as your friend for life. He wished the club much success in the coming season. The Mayor (Mr A. W. Buzan) congratulated the club on the condition of its green. It was in better order than he had ever seen it, and although the top-dressing had cost a lot it had been well worth while. He thanked the president for his appreciation of the Board’s co-operation. The Board members were pleased to have the sports areas in the Domain and the club was fortunate in having such picturesque surroundings. He declared the season officially open. After cheers had been given for the Mayor and Mayoress and the presidents of the Centre and club, afternoon tea was served by the ladies. It is expected that play will not begin before Saturday next. FAREWELL SOCIAL More than 100 men attended a farewell smoke concert on Saturday evening in honour of Mr D. Horgan, who left Temuka yesterday to take up a position with the Oxford County Council. Mr D. Collins presided, and representatives of the Geraldine County Council and Temuka Borough Council outside staffs, the Football Club and the Organised Unemployed were present. *A number of toasts were honoured, and those who contributed to a musical programme included Messrs G. Woodley, H. Waaka, D. Milne, W. L. Collins and W. Ives. Before, the chairman made a presentation of a well-filled wallet, complimentary reference to Mr Horgan’s ability as a foreman of works and as a sportsman was made by Messrs J. McGillen (County Council - ). J. McLeod (Borough Council), and M. Melville and G. Jackson (Football Club). Mr J. Horgan spoke of his brother’s life-long interest in athletics, and Mr J. Taylor told reminiscences of the early days of road and drainage construction in Temuka. In making the presentation, Mr Collins said they were all sorry that Mr Horgan was leaving Temuka. but they were also pleased that he had

secured a good position in North Canterbury, and they wished him good health and success. Mr Horgan thanked the speakers for their many complimentary remarks and for the gift. He had had many happy times in Temuka, and although he was going away, he would not forget them, but would come back to see them Sit times. FUNERAL The funeral of Mr Thomas Spillane, of Ashburton, eldest son of Mrs W. and the late Mr Michael Spillane, Temuka, took place at the Temuka Cemetery on Saturday afternoon. Requiem Mass was celebrated by the Rev. Father C. J. Outtrim at St. Joseph’s Church in the morning and Father Outtrim, assisted by the Rev. Father J. Spillane, a brother of the deceased, conducted the service at the graveside. The pall-bearers were Messrs W., A., and J. Spillane (borthers) and Mr E. Fitzgerald, all of Temuka. Mr Spillane, who was educated and spent all his early life in Temuka, had been living for some years in the Ashburton district. He had been ill for some time prior to his death. 0 GENERAL Probably due to the unsuitable weather, the Temuka motor camp has only one visitor for the week-end. Usually there are several visitors at this time of the year, but the season never really begins until Christmas time. A party of members of the Timaru Y.W.C.A. held a week-end camp in the town, making use of an empty house in King Street. About 12 members of the St. Peter’s Anglican Bible Classes are attending a rally at Christchurch. “DOUBTING THOMAS” Will Rogers’ admirers are waiting for the laugh holiday that will give them their favourite star in “Doubting Thomas.” coming to-night to the Elite' Theatre, in which Will portrays the funniest role he has yet attempted, in a picture that is a laugh cyclone by itself. Rogers portrays the role of a simple, home-loving sausage manufacturer, whose home-life is suddenly tossed into a turmoil when an amateur impresario, Alison Skip worth (who played the same role on the stage) persuades his wife, Billie Burke, th~ < - she has been suppressed all of her married life and that she really belongs to the stage and her public. Rogers’ son, Frank Albertson, finds that his sweetie, Frances Grant, has also become stagestruck. Father and son have their troubles after wife and fiancee appear in n amateur charity show which will force Elite Theatre audiences to hold on to their seats. Rogers finally effects a cure that will make America’s ace humorist more loved than ever. Sterling Holloway is a scream as the bungling sound-effects man for the amateur play and the rest of the supporting cast, including Gail Patrick. John Qualen, Johnny Arthur, Helen Flint, Fred Wallace and T. Roy Barnes are more than adequate in their roles. The attraction for Temuka people to-day will be the Domain Board’s gala, commencing at 1 p.m. Sheep dog trials, in which several champion dogs will compete, and a host of novelty items comprise the programme. The day will conclude with a ball in the Drill Hall, commencing at 8 p.m. Mr T. H. Langford, Labour candidate for the Temuka Seat, will meet supporters in the Clandeboye Hall at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, and in the Milford Hall at 8 p.m. on November 2. Mr E. Cholerton, Optical Specialist, proprietor of Procter’s, the Premier Opticians, Christchurch, will be visiting Temuka personally, and may be consulted on all defects of eyesight at the Crown Hotel, on Tuesday, 12th November. Appointments can now be made by ringing the U.F.S. Dispensary. ’Phone 240 M