MARTON NEWS

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 73, Issue 427, 19 November 1930, Page 9

MARTON NEWS

DRUNKEN MOTORIST.

In the Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday morning before Messrs H. Y. Cameron and J. Mogridge, sen. J.’s.P., Rufus Randolph Parker, aged 27 years, of Wanganui was charged with being found intoxicated in charge of a motor car in Broadway. He was arrested by Constable Thompson. He was further charged on the information of Air H. J. Fowler (traffic inspector) with being in charge of an unroadworthy vehicle which was not properly equipped, in that it was minus a reflecting mirror. The accused who pleaded guilty on all charges, was represented by Mr K. A. Williams, who stated that accused fully realised the seriousness of his position, and recognising that his arrest was due* to drinking had taken out a prohibition order against himself for 12 months and it v s his intention to renew it periodically. After all evidence had been heard the Bench adjourned for some moments be fore giving a decision. Returning, the Justices impressed on Parker the seriousness of his offence which was one not lightly regarded nowadays. Drink and motoring did not mix, and whereever there was any suggestion of the two being combined cancellation of the licence was always the first consideration. In view of the worn awaiting ac cused, for which the use of the car was imperative, rather than take the chance of livelihood away, they would not cancel the license and accused was to be let off very lightly. A fine of £2O was imposed on the major charge and convictions were entered on the other two. Costs were for £1 and accused was allowed one month in which to find the money. TRINITY COLLEGE OF MUSIC.

The anual meeting of the committee of the Marton Centre of Trinity College (England) was held last week. Various matters of interest were discussed. It was decided to hold the examinations in music as usual in St. Stephen’s school room.

The secretary (Miss Mountfort) spoke very highly of the action of Dr Borland, who was the examiner for this year in giving a lecture to advanced pupils. It was much appreciated by all who were fortunate enough to hear it. A,s Dr Borland invited suggestions from the local Board a recommendation was sent to Trinity College asking if it was not possible to hold a summer school in each of the four centres, pointing out what a boon it would be to teachers who could not avail themselves of tuition in the higher and more modern branches of the profession. As the vacancy caused by the death ol Mr Bill had not been filled, it was suggested that the name of Mr Christensen be forwarded to Trinity College as one who would be both eligible and a distinct gain to the local board. Miss Mountford reported favourably on the past year’s operations ami also that there is every prospect of a sue cessful a year ahead.

CRICKET. This afternoon on the local cricket grounds Broadway will meet Ohl Boys, commencing at 1.30. The following will represent Broadway:—Duncan. Geo, Gould, Innes, Low, Lyon, Mcßeth, Smith, Sutcliffe, Thomas and Tolley. Hunt 12th. man. CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL. A meeting of those interested in hold ing a Christinas Carnival Week in Marton again this year was held in the Borough Council Chamber on Monday night, the large gathering giving a very fair indication of the enthusiasm for this feature of Marton’s Christmastide. It was unanimously decided to hold a carnival and the following committees wore set up:— Finance Committee: Messrs T. Bar ton, G. B. Gregory and A. O. Scott. Lighting Committee: Messrs F. Purnell and J. Gordon, with power to add. Mr Purnell will arrange on Thursday for the supply of coloured light streamers wanted by retailers for verandah decoration, and all retailors who require them arc to get in touch with Mr Purnell immediately. Decorative Committee: Messrs T. Low (chairman), J. Mogridge, jun., H. Y. Cameron and G. Sneddon.

Programme Committee: Messrs J. D. Gorrie (chairman), J. Mogridge, jun., F. Connell, A J. Gould, W B. Langstone, J Shine, S. J. Gibbons and J. C. Thomas.

It was left to Mr S. B. Abel to try to arrange for a visit from the Huntervillc Pipe Band on a night to be fixed by the committee, possibly the Saturday eve ning. It was decided to hold the Athletic Club’s sports meeting at .30 p.m. on Saturday, December 20, if the club’s committee is agreeable. Mr Gorrie agreed to ask the local band to assist during the week.

Mr Thomas and Mr S. Gibbons offered to get in touch with a Rata «*oacert

party with a view to getting a musical show in the streets on Christmas Eve.

The next meeting was called for Monday, December 1. The programme com* mittee decided to meet on Tuesday, November 25.