MAIN TRUNK

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 73, Issue 419, 10 November 1930, Page 3

MAIN TRUNK

TAIHAPE THE MAJESTIC* Any picture which brings John Boles’ magnificent voice to an audience is bound to be good entertaniment. When, in addition, it has an appealing ro«»fcnce, magnificent uzxma, and a theme like the “Marseillaise” song, there isn’t much left to be desired. "Captain of the Guard,’’ which comes to the Majestic to-morrow and Wednesday, is a dramatic musical spectacle in all-sound, of the biggest episode in French history. The theme is the spirit which led to the Revolution, as typified by the birth of “La Marseillaise” itself. The song by all odds the most stirring piece of music ever written, is the glorious drama upon which the film is built. Laura La Plant is also in the cast. RETURNED SOLDIERS’ ASSOCIATION The monthly meeting of the Taihape and District Returned Soldiers’ Association was held on Friday evening when Mr J. Smart, vice-president, presided over a large attendance. It was resolved to hold a dance in the Town Hall on New Year’s Eve, and Messrs C. Newport and R. McDonald were appointed joint secretaries. They will be assisted by the following committee: Messrs S. Liddicoat, H. G. Knight, J. Bridson, L. Haydon, F. White, E. Quinn. S. Page, J. Niven, J. Simpson, and J. Smart. The chairman reported that the ladies had offered tn hold a "shop dnv ” in . ’ i : . . • Association, and he riiMUgh! the offer should be accepted with thanks. Mr R. D. Wilson said it would be difficult to find a suitable date. It plight be advisable to wait until February. * 4 Shop days” had already been arranged by other bodies. After further discussion it was decided to refer the matter to the next executive meeting. On the motion of Mr Page it was decided to hold another re-union. The chairman said it was essential that the function should be a financial success. Last year the Association had showed a loss on the re-union, and it

could not afford to hold another reunion that was not a success financially. Mr McClure moved that all returned men be admitted to the re-union provided they pay the entrance fee. He considered the re-union was for the benefit of all "diggers,” and not merely for members of tl.c Association. Mr Haydon did not see why members and non-members should be on the same footing, and moved as an amendment that the charge for members be 5s and non-members 10s. Mr G. Thompson said non-members should be given every encouragement to join the association, and should be made welcome. He moved as a further amendment that the charge be 7s 6d for all returned soldiers. Mr R. D. "Wilson expressed the opinion that the matter should be given full consideration before any decision was arrived at. He moved as a further amendment that the matter be held over until the next general meeting. The amendment moved by Mr Wilson was carried. Mr Smart proposed that six members of the Association confer with six members of the Patriotic Society in regard to matters of interest to both bodies. The motion was seconded by Mr W. White and carried. The following were appointed to represent the Association: Messrs J. Smart., J. Thompson, A. J. Hill, J. Bridson, S. J. McDonnell and Dr. H. M. Hay. Mr J. Niven reported that £1 5s 7d had had been raised from competitions in aid of the unemployment fund. A letter was received from Hon. J. G. Cobbe, for the Minister of Lands, regarding the opening for settlement of a block of land at Omatane at present under milling license to Mr C. O. Gibbs. The letter stated it was not agreed that the block was capable of supporting five or six settlers as contended by the Returned Soldiers’ Association, and the block would be divided into three holdings.

OHAKUNE FALSE PRETENCES. At a sitting of the Ohakune Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday Messrs E. Larkin and Sargeant were the presiding justices. Norman Leslie Fincham was sentenced to two months’ imprisonment with hard labour in Wanganui gaol on a charge of incurring a debt for goods to the value of 5s 10‘d from F. A. Clemett and obtaining credit by fraud by presenting an order for groceries purporting to be signed by one Hopkinson. That was on October 22. He was also sentenced to two months’ hard labour on a second charge of obtaining credit from F. A. Clemett by presenting an order purporting to be signed by Mrs Hopkinson. Theft of Bicycle. The same accused was also charged with stealing a bicycle tne properly of some person unknown. For this he was remanded to appear at Wanganui on Wednesday, November 12. Neighbours’ Quarrel. Rita Bcxi.ua ividiiaia applied to have .Knau Erickson bound over to Keep the x ~uce. and Allan En.CK.suu. applied to ...ve Rita Bertha Kinnard Bound over. lu her evidence, Rita Kinnard said ._rs Erickson said she was “only a -ump of muck” and that she would fix her up. Kinnaru admitted hitting tiie other woman and was struck oack. The heel of her shoe came off and she fell down on the road. Mr Erickson started to speak and said to her how dare she hit his wife. She told Erickson that his wife should keep her mouth shut and then he hit her in the mouth and knocked her down. Alexander Gray was talking to Mrs Kinnard and a Miss Grant when Erickson came, but he saw there was going to be trouble so he left. Allan Erickson said the two women were having an argument when Mrs Kinnard came across the road, ran up a bank and struck his wife on the side of the face and then his wife struck Mrs Kinnard in the mouth. He stepped in between the two women ana then Mrs Kinnard struck him on the face. In reply to counsel, Erickson admitted he pushed Mrs Kinnard into a drain and that he pushed her hard. The Bench considered both partits were looking for a fight and got Both applications were dismissed. W.C.T.U. At the meeting of the W.C.T.U. Mrs Lynn was in the chair, and there were nine others present. The chairwoman gave an earnest talk on the need of teaching the childVeu to become total abstainers. It was decided tao hold a "bring and buy” social next monrn. The election of officers was postponed until the January meeting, GENERAL. On the Lakes Road the Waimarino County Council has cut back several dangerous corners and the roadway has been improved generally. A grit deposit on Mr D. Strachan’s property, Karioi, has been prospected and gives promise of from 20,000 to 40,000 cubic yards of suitable material for surfacing the roads. It is probable that the County Council will make an examination of the pit and endeavour to come to some arrangement with the owner. RAETIHI SWIMMING CLUB The first meeting of the new committee of the Raetihi Swimming Club was held on Friday night, Mr W. H. Sandford presiding. It was decided to hold a working bee and clean out the baths and get them ready for use for the season The official opening will take place on November 29, when season ticket holders may go in as soon as the committee complete the m\'ssary arrangements. It was decided to make an inspection and if thought advisable to erect a barbed wire protection around the top of the fence to keep out trespassers. Several novelties were suggested for the opening day programme, and every indication will be given to the young people of the district to patronise the baths. WAIMARINO ACCLIMATISATION ASSOCIATION The monthly meeting of the council of the Waimarino Acclimatisation Association was held on Friday, when there were present Messrs T. Shout (in the chair). J. A. Morton, D. H. Sandford, W. E. Gundy, R. Wise, J. Dawson, Dauphin, and the secretary, A. C. Henderson. The Department of Internal Agairs

notified that JI deer licenses had been issued in the district. Intimation was received that sambur deer ceased to be regarded as im ported game in the Rotorua district, and doer also ceased to be imported game in the Wellington, Feilding and Southland districts. Copies of the Taupo trout fishing regulations and Rotorua regulations were received from the Department. . The president of the N.Z. Acclimatisation Societies’ Federation forwarded particulars of the work done in connection with the central fish research committee. The Defence Department notified that it would supply ammunition for the destruction of deer at a reduced price. A circular was received with regard to the Magnum 12 bore guns being used for shooting game. The Department of Internal Affairs asked for any suggestions with regard to the present season, and it was agreed to request the same regulations as last year. A fisherman from near Wellington wrote asking for information about the Waimarino rivers. He intended to make a visit lasting about three weeks in February. He would camp in his motor car and asked for particulars as to roads and suitable streams. He intended coming via Wanganui. He did not know anyone in this district so he wrote to the Association. The secretary intimated that he had pleasure in giving all the desired information. A suggestion was made that an alteration in the night of meeting might be convenient to members, and it was agreed to informally discuss the matter before next meeting. The council agreed to publish a fisherman’s guide to the district, which will include a map of the locality and full particulars as to the fish and accommodation available. GENERAL Owing to the rough weather on Labour Day the competition arranged by the Waimarino Acclimatisation Association was postponed and the council agreed to hold it next week end. Recently 20 pheasants were liberated by the Waimarino Acclimatisation Association at Kakahi, near Taumarunui, and Hukaroa road, near Raetihi. An enjoyable social evening was held in connection with the Raetihi Methodist Church on Friday evening in Ashwell’» Hall. Items were rendered by Mesdamcs Reynolds, Stewart, Perfect, Misses Kcucke, Ciochetto, Reynolds, Messrs Eastman, Reynolds, Lucas, Ciochetto and Parkes. Mr Bennett presided. A book title competition was won by Joyce Reynolds and Nellie Jack, who guessed an equal number. Prior to his departure from the Raetihi branch of the Bank of New Zealand for Hawera, Mr C. E. Whittington was presented with a beautiful clock as a token of esteem from his fellow employees. Best wishes were expressed for the future welfare of a very popular officer and esteemed citizen.

and especially the greens warden, Mr W. Grant, and greenkeeper, Mr W. Lamb. He mil 11 ">r three cheers for their opponents and for the ladies, which were given with a will. The result of the afternoon play was a loss for Patea by 99 to 90, details of which are as follows, Patea rinks being mentioned first: — McKenna, Scown, White, Grant, 13; v. Toy, Hamilton, Thomas, Quin, 37. Christensen, Glcnny, Williams, Paterson 23 v. Mackin, Roberts, Villers, Colman 15. Mercer, Whittington Carey, Bourke, 33 v. A. Barnett, Shecnan, W. Barnett, Hotter 26. Richards. Green, J. Bourke, Sheahan 21 v. Martin, W. Thomas, Brett, Mason 21. Row. Withers Lamb, Gilbert 22 v. Goodwin, Collier, Jellyman, Murdoch 32. Total.— Patea 90, Hawera 99. AMATEUR ATHLETICS. The Amateur Athletic Association’s committee has drawn up the programme for the weekly evening runs to be held on Wednesdays this season. This is as follows: November 12. —75yds., 880yds., putting the shot. November 19.—100yds., 1 mile, high jump. November 26.—220yd5., 440yds., long jump. December 3.—150yd5., 1000yds., javelin throw. December 10.—300yds., 600yds., hop, stop and jump. December 17. —100yds., 880yds., putting the shot. The several officials appointed in connection with these runs arc:—Starter, Mr C. J. Gardner; judges Messrs E. F. Hemmingway and D. Lamb; timekeeper, Mr W. H. Rook.

PERSONALS. Mr Bob Adams has returned to Patea after spending five months in Suva. Mrs T. Samson is at present on a visit to Hawke’s Bay. Miss J. Watkins is spending a few days as the guest of Mrs Peterson. Miss A. Brewer, Hawera, is the guest of her aunt, Mrs W. R. S. Brewer, " Waihau.’’ The many friends of Mrs Holtham will regret to hear that the state of her health is causing her family grave anxiety. Miss M. Holtham, who has been head of the domestic staff of the Patea Hospital for the past seven years, has had to relinquish her position on account of her mother’s failing health. A woman of strong personality, she will be greatly missed, also for her many kindly acts to those who were sick and in trouble. On Friday evening last Miss Holtham was presented with a handsome suitcase, as a mark of appreciation and affection from those with whom she has been associated for so many years. She was also the recipient of many good wishes for the future. RIFLE SHOOTING. MR P. S. FINLAYSON’S TROPHY. BRILLIANT SHOOTING BY PRESIDENT. The third competition of the Saturday squad for the above trophy, was fired on Saturday last on the local range. A strong cross-right wind proved troublesome to most members present. A feature of the afternoon was the consistent shooting of the club’s popular president, Mr P. Palmer, whose total for the three ranges, completed in 147 out of a possible 150 total, which is a brilliant attainment. The following are the scores:—

Pres. Palmer, R Willis .... Score Up. TI. 49 . . 46 0—49 S. McDonald .. .. 44 3—47 N Coat .. .. 2—47 E. Thompson .. 43 F Almon .. .. .. 34 10—44 C. Carey .... .. 43 I. McDonald .. .. 31 12—43 E. Laukshear .. 36 7 —43 J. Cunningham .. 42 0—42 T. Lana .. 30 12—42 C. Hansen .. .. 37 C. Palmer .. ■ • .. 32 8—40 J Sampson .. 10—37 E. Wybourne .. 28 8—36 H. Amon .. .. .. 24 12—36 R. Wigmore .. .. 24 12—36 C. Stevens .. .. 21 10—31 Bob Willis .. .. 19 10—29