WEST COAST NEWS.

Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20477, 1 December 1934, Page 18

WEST COAST NEWS.

GREY DISTRICT.

Farewell for Popular Banker. (Special to the “Star.”) GREYJIOUTH, November 30. Mr A. H. Carey, manager of the Greymouth branch of the Bank of New Zear land for the past nine years, who has retired on superannuation after fortytwo years’ service, left to-day, accompanied by Mrs Carey, for Blenheim, en route to Wellington, where they will in future reside. Yesterday afternoon Mr Carey was the guest at a represen-

tative gathering of business men and clients of the bank and presented with a wallet of notes, as a mark of the esteem in which he is held by the business community of Greymouth. Mr F. A. Kitchingham, Deputy-Mayor, presided, and in making the presentation referred to the excellent services rendered by Mr Carey. Mr Carey had given of his best in the interests of the bank, and by his courteous and helpful manner had increased considerably the business of the Greymouth branch. In view of the way in which Mr Carey had assisted them and approached every question with an open mind, the business men had felt that it was not right to let him depart without expressing in some tangible way the esteem in which he was held, and therefore he had much pleasure in handing him the wallet of

notes, with their best wishes. He hoped that Mr and Mrs Carey would have many years of happy life in Wellington. Other speakers were Messrs J. W. Hannan. W. Meldrum, T, E. Coates, N. V. Lovell, E. M’Donnell, A. Smith, F. M. Dennehy, D. Tennent, J. M. Bunt, J. Kyle, E. K. Moss, A. J. M’Dowell, W. Gieseking and A. Baker. Mr Carey, in reply, said he considered it a very high honour that there was such a gathering to wish him goodbye. He had thoroughly enjoyed his nine years’ stay on the Coast, and he was extremely sorry to leave Greymoutth, as he had got into the wavs of the Coast and it was extremely difficult to part from the Coast. He predicted a great future for the West Coast, and would always look upon its progress with more than ordinary interest. He thanked them for their handsome present, with which he hoped to purchase something which would serve as a link between the West Coast and himself—not that anything was needed to remind him of his happy associations here. Mr Carey introduced his successor, Mr A. N. Baker, to the gathering, and said he felt sure Mr Baker would receive equally kind treatment from the bank customers and others as he had. Mr T. E. Coatee proposed the toast of Mr Baker, who suitably responded. On Wednesday afternoon Mr Carey was fare welled by his fellow-members of the Greymouth Bowling Club. Greymouth Orchestral Society. The final concert of the Greymouth Orchestral Society’s 193 4 season was held last evening at the Town Flail, before a good attendance. The orchestra, under the conductorsliip of Mr W. H. Coltman, gave a finished rendition of their various numbers, and received the applause of an appreciative audience. The work of the assisting artists reached a high standard and encores were the order of the evening. The accompanists were the Misses Moira and Sheila M’Sherry, who rendered excellent service Ngahere Women’s Institute. The monthly meeting of the Ngaherte Womens Institute was held in the Ngahere Hall yesterday afternoon. Mrs Black, president of the West Coast Federation, gave an interesting talk on wool work and pot pourri. The competition for the best covered eoat hanger was won by Mrs Sheehan with Mrs Armstrong second and Mrs Burr and Mrs Ware highly commended. The competition for the January meeting will be the best-arranged buttonhole. The hostesses were Miss Green and Mrs Todd. Unemployment Relief. Men employed under the No. 5 scheme and the gold prospecting subsidy in the Grey County Council’s district are to receive for Christmas two weeks’ pay (without work) and one week’s bonus. It is Estimated the amount to be paid out will be approximately £3OOO. Greymouth Opera House. It is understood that work will be commenced immediately after the holidays in making extensive alterations and improvements to the Grtymouth Opera House. The alterations will probably include the erection of a balcony, a new leadlight entrance, a general improvement of the interior and improved seating accommodation. An architect will arrive in Greymouth within the next few days to go into the matter. Juvenile Lodge. v The first annual meeting of the Loyal Greymouth Juvenile Lodge, M.TJ., 1.0.0. F., was held last evening, N.G. Brother Leslie Kent presiding ov'er a large attendance. Nine candidates were initiated. D.D.O.M. Brother W. A. Clarke presented tire new members with badges and advised them to attend regularly and assist in advancing the Order. The election of officers resulted: — N. Brother Donald Adams; V.G.. Brother Charles Ilton: E.S.. Brother W. R. B. Gouldsmith; W., Brother Ken Kibble; G.. Brother Roy Williams. F.S. Brother W. Green reported that Brother L. B. I-lutchison had been elected president in place of P.G. Brother Robertson, whose term of office had expired. The vice-presidents are Brothers Robertson. W. Larcombe. J. Brailsford and M. Moor*. The Management Committee remain the same as last year. Greet-

1 ings were received from District Grand Master Brother A. Wills, Reefton. D.D.G.M. Brother Clarke congratulated the retiring officers on the excellent work they had done. As a district officer he was highly pleased with the work being done, and the lodge was a credit to Greymouth and to the Manchester Unity. They must not overlook the work of the retiring president, Brother Robertson. The work of founding the lodge had very largely fallen on his shoulders, and they de'eply appreciated all that he had done, and trusted they would have the benefit of his help for many years to come. To F.S. Brothei* Green they also owed a debt of gratitude as. at great personal inconvenience, he had rendered yeoman service. Brothers Green and Robertson suitably replied. Westland. Timber Workers. The dispute between the Westland Timber Yards and Sawmills Union of Workers and the employers on the question of the wages to be paid those employed in box-making factories and the carting timber should come under the Timber Workers’ Award was yesterday brought before the Court of Arbitration at Greymouth. Mr T. Hyde, of the Canterbury Employers’ Association, represented the employers, and Mr F. L. Turley appeared for the union. After lengthy evidence had been heard, his Honor, Mr Justice Frazer, intimated that the Court would give its decision after consideration of the submissions and evidence. The Bruce Bay Sawmilling Company applied to be struck out of the award on the grounds that they would, for the next twelve months, be engaged only on development work. Mr Turkey said the men were engaged on construction work preparing for the erection of the mill, and he contended they were classed as bushmen, carpenters and construction workers under the award. His Honor ruled that construction work came within the award. Personal. Mr R. Plank, of Wellington, will succeed Mr R. M. Muir as West Coast traveller for the Vacuum Oil Company. Mr and Mrs R. M. Muir left for Dunedin to-day. Mr R. M’Laren returned yesterday from a visit, to Wellington. Miss Evelyn James returned yesterday from an extended holiday visit to England. Misses M. and J. M’Laren, Glasgow, arrived yesterday on a holiday visit to Mr and Mrs R. M’Laren, Greymouth. Mr J. Contessa returned from Wellington yesterday after a visit to his mother, who is seriously ill at Wellington. Mr R. .T. Armstrong, Runanga. returned yesterday from an Extended health trip to Australia. Shipping. Abel Tasman is due about December 6 to load timber for Sydney.

BULLER NOTES

Sports Meeting Held in Westport. (Special to the “ Star.”) WESTPORT, November 30. The beautiful grounds of the Westport Technical High School were well filled with parents and friends yesterday on the occasion of the annual sports. Perfect weather prevailed and the lengthy programme of events was thoroughly enjoyed. The visitors were met by the principal, Mr Metson, and Mrs Metson, while the students and teachers looked to their comfort. The Westport Municipal Band pl-ayed a choice selection of music during the day. Much credit is due to the senior girls who, under the supervision of Miss Blackmore, served a dainty afternoon tea which was greatly appreciated owing to the extremely hot weather prevailing. Results:—Boys events.—44oyds Open Handicap—F. Wood 1, W. Sloan 2, J. Kerr 3. 440yds Junior Handicap—G. Muir 1, E. Sileock 2, W. Lynch 3. 100yds Junior Championship—E. Sileock 1, C. Collins and M. Surgenor (equal) 2. 100yds Senior Championship—D. Robertson 1, R. Weenink 2, 11. Hambling 3. 100yds Junior Handicap—F. M’Donagh 1, W. Lynch 2, G. Muir 3. 100yds Open Handicap—A. Cummings J, D. Robertson 2, R. Weenink 3. 220yds Junior Championship—K. Sileock 1, G. Muir 2, C. Collins 3. 220yds Senior Championship—D. Robertson 1, R. Weenink 2, 11. Hambling 3. High Jump Handicap—A. Cummings 1, J. Kerr 2, Iv. Moore 3. Novelty Race—J. Anderson and T. Glenn 1, K. Moore and H. Intermann 2, W. Lynch and M’Lellan 3. Sack Race—R. Weenink 1, Iv. Moore 2, L. Knight 3. Potato Race—Final: D. Robertson 1, L. Knight 2, D. Pottinger 3. 220yds Open Handicap—K. Moore 1. A. Cummings 2, J. Anderson 3. House Relay, four-a-side—Wilding 1. Grey 2, Marsden 3. 440yds Senior Championship—R. Weenink 1, D. Robertson 2, 11. Hambling 3. Girls’ Events.—6oyds Junior Championship—B. Rodgers 1, C. Barton 2, D. Rasmussen 3. 75yds Senior Championship—J. Rilev i, .s. Todd 2, N. Woodcock 3. 60vds Junior Handicap—W. Marshall 1. B. Rodgers 2. C. Barton 3. 100yds Junior Handicap—w. Marshall 1, B. Rodgers 2, E. Borlase 3. 220yds Senior Championship —J. Riley 1, N. Woodcock 2, S. Todd 3. Deportment Race—Final; T. O’Neill 1. N. Wood,cock 2, S. Todd 3. Sack Race —M. Anderson 1, H. Crowe 2, B. Rodgers 3. Potato Race—Final: J. Rilev 3, N. Woodcock *2, C. Barton 3. Skipping Race—O. Dillon 1, C. Barton 2, V Marshall 3. Siamese Race—V. Marshall and J. Watson 1, M. Anderson and J. Harder 2, W. Green and M. Forsvth 3. Cal ch-the-train Race—N. Barr 1, N. M’Donald 2, J. Riley 3. House Relay, four-a-side—Marsden 1, Grey 2. Wilding 3. 100yds Junior Championship— B. Rodgers 1, V. Marshall 2, D. Rasniusson 3. 100yds Senior Championship—J. Riley 3. N. Woodcock 2, B. Park-house 3. 100yds Open Handicap— W. Green 3, V. Marshall 2, B. Rodgers 3. Egg-and-Spoon Race—N. Barr 1, E. Prout 2, M. M’Herron 3. Slow Bicycle Race—lv. Beck 3. G. Hodgson 2, O. O’Brien 3. House Relay, twelve-a-side (mixed)—Grey 1, Seddon 2, Marsden 3. Old Boys’ Race—J. Jones 1. T. O’Gorman 2, D. M’Wha 3. Old Girls’ Race—S. Butterworth 1, J. Robertson 2, D. Marshall 3. House Points—Grey 223, Marsden 100, Seddon 106, Wilding 114. Championships.—Boys’ senior— D ; Robertson 23 points; runner-up, R. Weenink 21 points. Boys’ Junior—E. Sileock 20 points; runner-up, G. Muir S points. Girls’ Senior—June Riley 20 points; runner-up, Noelene Woodcock 10 points. Girls’ Junior—Betty Rodgers 13 points; runner-up, Claire Barton 8 points. Mr Metson, Principal of the Technical High School, acknowledges with thanks a gift of two flags from Mrs H. R. Young. These flags were flown at the sports carnival yesterday. Another donor, who wished to remain anonymous, presented eight volumes of the “ Home University Library ” to the school library. Trophies for the sports were presented by Mr T. R. Parkhouse, also Mr Lionel Fletcher, who sent a hand-carved tray for competition. Cycling Sports. jTlic Westport Amateur Athletic and Cycling Club was favoured with delightful weather for its sport,s meeting last evening and there was a big attendance Present. Jost, with a fine burst of speed, won the 75yds sprint from a strong field, and also annexed the SSOyds flat in the fast time of Imin 55 4-ssec, a record for Victoria Square. A. Caldwell, conceding big handicaps, won the one, half and two-mile cycle races in fine style, while Miss Jean Robertson was tlYe most successful woman performer, winning the 75 and 3 00yds, also the hop, step and jump. E. Holder still maintains his superiority in the 220yds hurdles, which he won comfortably. Details;—Men’s 75yds handicap—A. Jost 1. D. Hardie 2, R. Smith 3. Women’s 7 syds—J. Robertson 1, B. Parkinson 2, M. Hardie 3. Junior (men’s) 100yds— D. Strachan 1, D. Parkinson 2. 220yds hurdles—E. Holder 1, D. Hardie 2, A. Strachan 3. One-mile cvcle—S. Johnson 1. G. Blumharrlt 2, W. Watt 3. Women’s 100yds—.7. Rob'ertson 1, B. Parkinson 2, M. Hardie 3. One and a half mile cvcle —A. Caldwell 1, W. Watt 2. L. Hall 3. Junior (men’s) 440yds—T. O’Gorman 1. D. Parkinson 2. SSOyds—a. .Tost 3. D. Hardie 2. H. Twamlev 3. Won by four yards. Time lmih 55 4-ssec. Two-mile cycle—A. Caldwell 1. R. Dalkio 2, S. Johnson 3. Junior (men’s) lion. ster, and jump—D. Strachan. 3;.ft, 1 ; I>. Parkinson 33ft 5 in. 2; T. O’Gorpian (2ft >. 32ft 5 in. 3. Men’s broarl jump—D. Hardie (2ft). 21ft ,: in. 1: E. Holder (ser). 20ft 2in "> ■ \ Strachan (Ift). 19ft lOin, 3. Women’s hop. si en and jump—Jean Rob'ertson (ser). 31 ft Mil. 1: B. Parkinson *» Shot nut —D. Tlarclio (9ft). 37ft S’in.'l- R Smilh (9ft). 37ft Sin, 2; T. Phipps '(Oft ! 3in), 37fl 4in, 3. W '

Wind-up Lance. The final dance of the Combined Friendly Societies’ Old Time Dance Club was held last evening in the Friendly Societies’ Hall, and was largely attended. During a very impressive ceremony Mr Mai Jett and Miss Higman were crowned king and queen. The Imperial Waltz Monte Carlo was won by Mr Jack Neill and partner. Mr Archie Simpson and partner were the winners of the Circular Waltz Monte Carlo. Curtis’s orchestra supplied the music, and a dainty supper was provided by the comTo Brighten Up Westport. For the purpose of brightening up the town prior to Christmas the Mayor summoned a public meeting for the Town Hall last night, when only eight turned up. In view of the lack of interest shown by citizens, which Mr Kilkenny deplored, it was decided to hand over the small surplus from last year’s Christmas carnival to the Mayor’s Relief Fund for Christmas cheer for the

Personal. Dr Volkman, resident doctor at Knramea, leaves n*ext month for Canterbury to take up a position there. The Hon A. J. P. Howard, London, son-in-law of Mr Stanley Baldwin, who has been visiting South Westland, arrived on Wednesday from Greymouth, and later left for Nelson. Mrs H. R. Young left to-day for Christchurch. Miss Betty Dorman left yesterday for Wellington, via Christchurch, to take up a position on the nursing staff of tire Porirua Mental Hospital. Mr R.. G. Choate, leading cornet player of the Waikato Regimental Band, arrived here on Tuesday to take up a position, and has now joined up with the local band. The Rev H. H. Barton. M.A., who was minister in charge of St Andrew's Church, Westport, for some time, is now moderator-elect of the Presbyterian As-

HOKITIKA NOTES. (Special to the “ Star.’*) HOKITIKA. November 30. Considerable disappointment has been expressed because the Air Race Committee has cancelled the remainder of the tour of New Zealand by the Centenary race flyers. The Hokitika Aero Club has gone to some expense and trouble in preparing a fitting reception, while the general public has been anticipating the aviators’ visit since the itinerary was first announced. Ross Concert. A committee consisting of Mrs Collins, Misses L. and B. Donaldson, M. Cox. J. Teague, F. and J. Thomson, and Messrs A. Peebles, A. Agnew. R. Richards, A. Upjohn and C. L. Martin has been appointed to control arrangements for the forthcoming Ross School con-