HUNTERVILLE

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 74, Issue 243, 14 October 1931, Page 3

HUNTERVILLE

SCHOOL COMMITTEE. ORDINARY MEETING. The ordinary monthly meeting of Hunterville School Committee was held on Monday night, Mr. R. M. 8. Jones presiding. Also present—Messrs G. Stratford, W. O’Brien, W. G. Cunningham, R. Dukeson, Dr. Patcaithly, and C. C. Southey (headmaster.) An apology for absence was received from Mr. W. J. Whyte. The Education Board wrote stating that Miss M. Taylor had been granted leave of absence to attend necessary examinations. The Education Board notified that all employees and school committees were subject to deductions of wages tax. Notice of judging of calves in boys and girls’ clubs was received. This would take place in December and calves should be marked. Five had been nominated for Hunterville school —Referred to the headmaster. The chairman reported that the fancy dress ball had been a great success and the net profit would amount to £l2 Is 3d. The cash takings were £l9 12s. Prizes were offered to the pupils selling the most tickets and the standard was given a concession of one hour vacation. Jessie Gordon was given the first prize, Joan Moon second. Standard VI. was the winning class. Accounts amounting to £8 0s 9d were passed for payment. On tho motion of Messrs Cunningham and Stratford the committee decided to place on record thanks to all who assisted with the fancy dress ball. Dental Clinic. The chairman reported that he had not been successful in holding a meeting of the Dental Clinic Committee, the country members being unable to attend. Two quarter’s fees were now due. He thought it advisable levy country schools committees with their proportion and ask for cheques. It had been suggested that the local school adopt a card system one shilling a quarter being collected for each child treated. Hunterville’s share -was £l3. Dr. Pitcaithly said he did not like the suggestion as some parents could not afford to pay. It would be better to wipe out the clinic altogether. He was opposed to the scheme altogether. As far as actual results the scheme had not proved itself. The regular use of tooth brushes would be as beneficial. The percentage of pupils treated was remarkably small. Mr. Dukeson thought the nurses saw that teeth were kept cleaner. The chairman said the scheme should have an educational value for future care. Dr. Pitcaithly said it was peculiar that people who took the least care had the best teeth. Mr. Cunningham said the treatment was no regular enough to do much good. The chairman said the dental clinic was established and could not be dropped now. Ir reply to Mr. Cunningham Dr. Pitcaithly said the treatment was doing no harm, but those who received treatment should pay for it. Messrs O ’Brien and Cunningham moved that the committee find its allocation of £l3. Pitcaithly moved an amendment that the children be charged 2s a half year for treatment. Seconded by Mr. Dukeson. The amendment was put, three votes each way, the chairman giving his easting vote against the amendment and declaring it lost. The motion was then put and carried. The question of metal at the dental" clime was left in the hands of the visiting committee, Messrs Stratford and Whyte. The headmaster reported roll number 173.7, attendance 159.2; roses presented had been planted. Mr. E. J. Hurley was accorded a vote of thanks for work at the school. Iho committee decided to meet at the school at 2 on Wednesday to inspeet the front “lawn.” PLUNKET SOCIETY. Tho Hunterville branch of the Piunket Society met in the Piunket Building on Saturday. Those present were Mesdames P. Weston, W. G. Cunningham, W. Wilson, I. J. Butement, A. G. Simpson, L J Thompson and J. Howie. Apologies were received from Mesdames Grant Simpson, K. G. Dalziell, W. iergusson, T. A. Dunean and J Bull. Nurse’s report for September showed —Visits paid to homes, adults, 49babies, 45; children 6. Visits to homes’ 6. No new cases were enrolled during the month. Progress of babies and children is satisfactory. Mr. C. W. Aucell ha 8 kindly offered to screen a picture on behalf of the Piunket Society during tho month of November. Further particulars of this will be advertised later. , The secretary of the football club forwarded a donation to the society's funds, as part of the recent Married v. Single match. The gift was much appreciated and a vote o fthanks passed accordingly. FIRE BRIGADE. A meeting of Hunterville Volunteer Fire Brigade was held on Mondaynight, Foreman J. Hallwood presiding. A letter was received from Hunterville Town Board authorising any fireman who is competent to drive a motor vehicle to drive brigade motor reel. A vote of thanks was accorded Mr. It. D. Hunt and Mr. Hatfull for donation towards motor reel. The following were presented with service bars.—Capt. Gordon, Lieut. Shindler, Fireman Follas and G. Shindler (secretary).

Foreman J. Hallwood was presented with a 3-year certificate. The following were accorded a vote of thanks for, honorary member subs:— Lou Won, Ellis Bros., J. Hayward, W. O’Brien, A. Dalziell and G. B. Gregory. PUKEROA SETTLERS’ SPORTS ASSOCIATION. ANNUAL MEETING. The annual general meeting of the Pukeroa Settlers’ Sports Association was held on Saturday night. Mr. 11. J. Tod presided over a fair attendance and presented the annual report and statement which were adopted. Mr. Tod remarked on the steady and satisfactory rate of good progress being maintained and the very lino spirit of harmony dominating all activiI ties. It had indeed been a pleasure to work with all concerned. Early in the year Mr. F. Lock handed over to the Association the sum of £8 12s 6d which had been collected some years ago for a hall fund. This was now held by the Association and would be conserved for the purpose indicated. The Association in response to the ladies’ appeal also early in tho year, voted £lO to the earthquake relief fund. The ball was a brilliant success thanks to the ladies, and showed a small credit balance for which thanks are due to Mr. H. Nation, Miss Rawson, Miss Lock, and Master Lloyd Nation, who so sufficiently attended to the music. The finances of the association reveal a very healthy state and he would recommend giving still better prizes and trophies at the next sports meeting. In conclusion he wished to move a hearty vote of thanks to all donors of trophies and contributions, which was carried by acclamation. Election of Officers. The following were elected to office, for the ensuing year:—Patron, Mr. R. E. Shaw; president, Mr. H. J. Tod; vice-presidents, Messrs F. W. Lock and J. D. Lilburn; secretary, Mr. J. N. Armit; joint secretary, Mr. C. H. Reynolds; general committee, all present; sports committee, Messrs J. D. Lilburn, H. Nation and Rex Lock. Mr. J. D. Lilburn was authorised to 1 purchase cups and trophies for sports to be held on January 20, 1932. Mr. R. E. Shaw was acclaimed the first life member of the Association. On tho motion of Messrs Reynolds and Hartley it was agreed to purchase an accordion in appreciation of services rendered by Mr. N. Nation. Master Lloyd Nation, Miss Lock and Miss Rawson. SIL VERHOPE TENNIS CLUB. ANNUAL MEETING. The annual general meeting of Silverhope Tennis Club was held on Thursday night last, Mr. lan Lourie presiding over a fair attendance. The annual report and statement of accounts were read and adopted. Annual Report. In presenting the annual report and statement of accounts your committee desire to place on record the thanks of the club to Mr. J. B. Johnstone, who presented the silver buttons for senior and junior combined doubles. These with the badges create competition in the club and are the means of bringing the players together in a competitive spirit which all goes to make players more keen. The courts were officially re-opened on Saturday October 18, by the president, Mr. J. B. Johnstone, Mrs. Johnstone and Mrs. Aidworth playing the first ball. Several interesting games took place until rain came on which, held up tennis but allowed a delightful afternoon tea to be dispensed by the ladies of the club. Visitors were present from Hunterville, Rewa and Rata. During the season several friendly matches were played with clubs in the district. The club closed the season with a membership of 17 ladies and 16 men. Election of Officers. The following were elected to office for the ensuing year:—President, Mr. J. B. Johnstone; vice-presidents, Messrs W. K. Morton, W. Aidworth, W. A. and B. Illston; secretary and treasurer, Mr. Jas. Stewart; club captain, Mr. I. Lourie; vice-captain, Mrs. J. Stewart; auditor, Mr. W. K. Morton; committee, Misses M. Lourie, P. Johnstone, E. and J. Aidworth, Messrs F. Goodall, L. Illston, and officers ex officio- afternoon tea committee, Mrs. Stewart, Mrs. A. N. Bartlett, Misses E. and J. Aidworth, M. Lourie and P. Johnstone. It was decided that subs, for the ensuing year be—gents 10s, ladies 7s 6d. The date for the official opening day was fixed for Saturday, October 17. It was decided that the match committee consist of captain, vice-captain and secretary. It was resolved to limit the membership to 50. RANGATIRA GOLF CLUB. CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES. The following are results in the B grade championship competition:— Miss Lourie] beat Mrs. Taylor. Mrs. Illston beat Miss Swainson. Miss J. Powell won by default from Hrs. Aidworth. Miss Johnstone beat Miss M. Swainson. C Grade. Mrs. Rhodes beat Miss Howie. Miss A. Bartlett beat Miss Wilton. Mrs. Johnstone won by default from Miss Simpson. Miss Illston beat Miss Hammond. Mrs. Donovan beat Miss Thomson. Mrs. Adams beat Miss P. Hammond Mrs. A. V. Bartlett won by default from Miss Cummins. In the medal match the best cards were—Miss M- Lourie 101,—28—73Mis s P. Johnstone 99—26—73- Miss J Powell 108—26—82.