WAIMATE

Timaru Herald, Volume CXLII, Issue 20532, 25 September 1936, Page 3

WAIMATE

FUNCTION AT HIGH SCHOOL MR AND MRS F. DRAYTON HONOURED A pleasant function took place at the Waimate High School recently, when members of the staff gathered to make presentations to Mr and Mrs F. Drayton on the occasion of their relinquishing the positions of caretakers, which they had held since the inception of the school. In making the presentations, the Rector, Mr M. Leadbetter,. said that Mr and Mrs Drayton had identified themselves so closely with the general interests of the school that they had come to be looked upon as part of the school itself. The very fine appearance of the school, both inside and out. was a tribute to the efficient and conscientious manner in which they had carried out their duties, and their services to the school could not be assessed in monetary terms. On behalf of the staff Mr Leadbetter wished Mr and Mrs Drayton every happiness in the years to come. He then presented Mr Drayton with a tobacco pouch and Mrs Drayton with ornamental crockery. Replying, Mr Drayton said that it was a wrench for Mrs Drayton and himself to sever their relations with the school. He expressed appreciation of the unfailing courtesy which had always been extended to them by members of the staff and by the pupils, and wished the school every success in the future. CRICKET OLD BOYS’ CLUB The annual meeting of the Old Boys’ Cricket Club was held in the Borough Council Chambers on Wednesday evening. Mi - J. H. McCormick presided. The annual report stated that a very successful season was experienced by the club in competitions, and only one match was lost. The club is in a fairly good financial position, and we desire to thank all who assisted the club. The wicket at Manchester Park would now require a good deal of attention, and it was suggested that the club give careful condiseration this year to the purchase of matting. There was little material required this season, and there appears to be every prospect of a good season before the club. It was wjth regret that they had to record the departure of Mr W. Stevens, who, as a player and member of the committee, was a great help. They extended the best wishes of the club to him. They again drew the attention of members to the necessity of attend-

I ing practice, as only by this could they I hope to improve the standard of play. They desired to thank the Waimate Borough Council for the assistance they have given at Manchester Park. The report and balance sheet were adopted. The president stated that the club had had a very successful season and the financial position was satisfactory. He thanked the numbers for their assistance and help given him during the season.

The election of officers resulted: Patron, Dr. T. W. Wylie; president, Mr J. H. McCormick; vice-presidents, Messrs J. B. Sinclair, J. J. Healey, P. V. Stevens, R. Kelleher, J. H. Beattie, T. E. Parry, J, W. Hayes and D. B. Murray; club captain. Mr S. Fleming; delegates to Cricket Association. J. H. McCormick and E. Hicks; committee, Messrs W. Granger. W. Duckett J. H. McCormick, E. Hicks; selector, Mr R. McDonald. It was decided that subscriptions be the same as last year: 10/- seniors, 7/6 juniors (under 20). It was decided to joint the Waimate County Sports’ Protection Association. It was recommended that the delegates to the Association support the following points system: 6 points for a straight out win; 4 points for a first innings win and 2 points to the loser and 3 points to each team if a draw. It was decided that a letter of appreciation be forwarded to Mr D. Pelvin for the assistance he had given the club in preparing the wicket last season. It was decided that the official opening be held on Saturday, October 3, and that the patron and vice-presi-dents be invited to attend. Mr W. George, junior, donated a trophy to the club to be awarded to the most improved player during the coming season. Messrs R. McDonald, W. Granger and E. Hicks were appointed as the judges. A vote of thanks was passed to the Waimate Borough Council for the help given at Manchester Park and for the use of the Borough Council Chambers for meetings.

RUGBY

SATURDAY’S TEAMS The following will represent the shops and offices against Oamaru drapers on Saturday: P. Hansen. T. Joyce, J. Sauer, T. Calder, R. Thornton. J. Breen. R. Coury, W. Wyndham. J. Balfour, L. Hunt, W. McNeill, L. Williams, J. McKenzie, E. Mills. W. Murphy. A shield has been donated and will be presented after the match. The following will represent Southern juniors to meet the junior representative team on Saturday: W. Murphy, L. Ryan, J. Hughes, E. O’Neill, J. Frost, R. Lundon, P. Newall, S. Wasley, C. Chamberlain, J. Sherwin, D. Smart, V. Parker, R. Fleming, P. Giles, P. Hickey, P. Dunlay, C. Hoskings, S. Attewell, A. Deadmarsh. RIFLE SHOOTING HOOK CLUB The following were the highest scores off the rifle at the weekly shoot of the Hook Miniature Rifle Club: A. Kingsbury 79, L. Rathgen 79, C. Rose 78, S. Rathgen 78, B. Alty 77, F Grayson 77, L. Bell 76, A. Burgess 76, R. Gabites 76, R. Wilson 75, F. Carter 72, J. McKenzie 72, D. Arbuckle 71, T. Garrett 70, C. Alexander 70. L. Rathgen won the club button and Mr R. Todd’s trophy and B ZJty the Mills button. R. Wilson won Mr F. Medlicott’s trophy. LODGE MEETING ELECTION OF OFFIC-RS The Te Waimate Rtbekah Lodge, No. 77, 1.0.0. F., held its usual fortnightly meeting in the Orange Hall. Sister E. P. Dunlop, N.G., presided over a good attendance of members. The following officers were elec.cd: N.G., Sister E. S. Peck; V.G., Sister V. Christie; recording secretary. Sister H. M. Tamblyn; treasurer, Sister H. Anderson. The installation of officers will take place next lodge night. After the installation of officers, a social, to which Loyal Waimate Lodge are asked to bring a basket. Sandwiches will be provided. After business was concluded supper was served.

PERSONAL Mr E. C. Smith, chairman of tire Gore High School Board of Governors, passed through Waimate yesterday, after paying a brief visit to the Waimate High School. Mr L. Meredith, of Aino, has left on a motoi tour of the West Coast. At the meeting of the Old Boys’ Cricket Club on Wednesday evening a motion of sympathy was passed with the relatives of the late Mr V. Buckingham. Mr L. C. McLauchlan was elected a member of the committee at the annual meeting of the South Canterbury Centre of the New Zealand Athletic, Cycling and Axemen’s Union. Procters, the Opticians, Christchurch, will be making their next professional visit to Waimate on Friday. 16th October, when they may be consulted on all defects of eyesight at the Royal Hotel. Appointments can now be made by ringing the Royal Hotel, 'phone 15