In Town and Out

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume LXXXIII, Issue 20024, 17 December 1927, Page 8

In Town and Out

The round of breaking-up ceremonies was practically completed yesterday, when most of the city and country schools held their prize-givings. Particulars of these, with lists of scholars gaining proficiency certificates, appear on pages 6,7, and 10 of this issue.

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In the Wanganui Police Court yesterday, Joseph Kxxigsbury, aged 38, was charged with attempting to break and enter the Central Post Office, Waqganui, on December 16. On the application of the police, accused was remanded to appear on Monday.

The membership of the Wanganui Automobile Association continues to increase steadily, and it was reported at last night’s meeting that no fewer than 1067 of the road booklets issued by the Association had recently been distributed. to members of the body.

Large attendances characterised the breaking-up ceremonies of city schools yesterday, and the functions were all successful. It is of interest to note that the sum of £25 15s was handed to the Wanganui Education Board by the Cosmopolitan Club for school prizes.

Beginning at nine o’clock on Monday morning business of the Post and TelcS graph Department at Castlecliff will be transacted at the new post office. The now structure is a welcome addition to 1 he public buildings at the seaside suburb, and will replace the dilapidated office in use there for some years past.

A road, book for motorists has been issued by the Wanganui Automobile Association. The publication, which contains valuable information, was approved unanimously by the Association executive last night. “It all adds to the popularity of the Association,” said Mr G. McGregor when the booklet was reviewed.

Boad signs are well distributed in the Wanganui district and are of the greatest assistance to travelling motorists. At last night’s Wanganui Automobile Association meeting, Mr G. McGregor (Waitotara) remarked that he had heard the signs erected by the Association favourably commented on. by numbers of visiting motorists.

“It is interesting to note,” said the chairman (Dr. E. Porritt) at last night’s Automobile Association meeting, “that all the important remits made by this Association at the recent North Island Motor Union Conference met with the approval of the Union.” “Wanganui leads the way, as usual,” remarked another member.

By defeating Wellington College yesterday afternoon in the annual cricket match, the Wanganui Collegiate School added to their reputation for consistent sports achievements during the year. The local school figured with outstanding success during the football season, and their accomplishments on the cricket field have also been, excellent.

The Wanganui Automobile Association for some months past has been making strenuous endeavours to have Pearson signals installed at dangerous crossings in the city. r ’T would like to see at least one Pearson signa] installed,” remarked Mr S. G. Whittail, when letters from the Wanganui City County and the Bailway Department were received in connection with the matter at last night’s meeting.