WAIMATE DECISION MADE

Timaru Herald, Volume CLVI, Issue 23013, 3 October 1944, Page 3

WAIMATE DECISION MADE

Patriotic Gymkhana Fixture In December Although the location has not been finally decided, a meeting of representatives of 17 organisations and sports bodies decided to hold a patriotic gymkhana in Waimate on December 2. This fixture will take the place of the A. and p. Show which has been abandoned. Mr F. J. Henshaw was elected chairman, Mr C. C. Douglas, the convener of the meeting, declining the position for health reasons. Mr Douglas outlined the proposal for holding the gymkhana in place of the A. and P. Show,, and referred to the failure of a former meeting. The idea originally, he said, had been to hold a function for children, but the growth of suggestions and proposals had necessitated the calling of the meeting to decide the issue. Mr Henshaw said there would be, on real gymkhana lines, horse events, dog trials, side shows, children’s events, greasy pig and other novelties. He asked for an expression of opinion whether they should go on with the project. After a few questions had been answered, the meeting was unanimous in its decision to hold the fixture. Some discussion took place as to the time to hold it, and it vzas agreed to hold the function on Saturday, December 2. The decision on the location for the figure was held over until the type of programme was decided upon. The Mayor (Mr W. F. Boland) and the County chairman (Mr John Bitchener) were elected patrons. Messrs I. H. Schrader and J. Conder were elected joint secretaries. Mi’ E. S. W. Thomas treasurer, and Mr N. Scott auditor. Suggestions were made that the holding of a dance and a mock court be considered. It was also agreed that an endeavour be made to have business premises close at 11 a.m. on the iay of the gymkhana. Fishing Season Fishermen who patronised the Waihao River on Sunday met with great success, and according to some anglers it was a wonderful opening day. The numbers of fish taken were not large, the bags ranging from two to seven fish. An unusual feature was the size of the fish caught, there being hardly any under 21b, and most of them ranged from 31b to 41b. One six-pounder was taken. All the fish were in good condition and were nicely marked-. The weather was rather dull till about 9.30 a.m.. and it was one of the best opening days experienced for many years. Girl Guides » The twenty-first birthday of the Girl Guide Movement was celebrated in Waimate on Saturday night, when .a camp fire was held, at which were present Girl Guides. Brownies, exGuides and members of the committee. On Sunday morning three companies of Guides and the Brownies paraded to the Presbyterian Church. The Brownies intend to have their twentyfirst birthday to-morrow, and on Saturday next the Guides propose holding an all-day hike. Social At Hunter A social was held in the Hunter Hall in honour of A.C.2. Fred Jackson. The chairman (Mr Robertson) welcomed the guest and Mrs Turner made the presentation. Other- speakers were Messrs Robinson, Miles and Peck. The evening was spent in dancing and the playing of cards. Mr Taylor supplied the music. •LVVAYS A WINNER No other preparation has behind it such a wealth of widespread approval as has Baxter,-, Lung Preserver. From North Capo to the Bluff for generations New Zealanders have put their faith in “Baxters.” "Baxters” is the proved most popular remedy for coughs, colds, and sor? throats. Baxters Ltd. 602 Colombo Street, Christchurch. ...