TAIHAPE

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 79, Issue 68, 22 March 1935, Page 3

TAIHAPE

MAJESTIC CINEMA. Perhaps the most unusual comedy t( reach the screen since the inception o talkies is “The Last Gentleman/ George Arliss’ new 20th Century starring vehicle, which opens at the Majestic Cinema to-morrow. The story, which depicts the amusing and eventful efforts of an eccentric but, lovable old millionaire to choose a worthy heir among his various and colourful relatives, offers Arliss another great role and the brilliant artist achieves another characterisation as rich and cimplete as, if in a lighter vein than, his recent triumph as Nathan Rothschild in “The House of Rothschild.’’ “The House of Rothschild.” “The Last Gentleman,” which Leonard Praskins adapted from a play by Katherine Clugston. employs the talking screen in a unique manner which results in a tremendously ecective surprise ending. Edna May Oliver, Janet Beecher, Charlotte ‘Henry and Ralph Morgan head the imposing supporting cast, which includes Donald Meek, Frank Albertson, Edward Ellis and Joseph Cawthorn, while Sidney Lanfield directed the comedy in association with Maude T. Howell for United Artists release. Included on this exceptional programme is a Billy Symphony in colour, “Flying Mouse.” This is the latest Walt (Disney triumph. Commencing to-morrow at the Majestic the price of admission for children to all matinees will be 3d. The night prices remain the same. LADIES’ GOLF NOTES The annual meeting of the Taihape Ladies’ Golf Club was held on Tuesday evening, when Airs A. F. M’cKenzie occupied the chair in the unavoidable absence of the captain (Mrs D. , Neagle). Also present were: Mesdames Kincaid, Forsyth, V. Nicholls, Misses Mathew, Bowler, Dickinson, Carrington, N. McCartin, and the secretary (Mrs J. Thompson). The annual report read as follows:

“The season which came to a atose on November 4, 1934, was in every respect a successful one. At the end of the season there was a record of 47 members, 45 of whom had handicaps of 18 and under. It is with regret that we record the loss of a number of keen and popular players and we wish them every success in the clubs of which they become members. The play throughout the season was on the, whole of a high standard, and showed much improvement. The various club competitions were keenly contested, but always in a friendly and sporting manner, and we heartily congratulate the winners. A good spirit of co-opera-tion was shown among the committee and members generally, while one or two combined men’s and ladies* committee meetings, no doubt, did much to foster the most friendly spirit between the two branches.

”A number of enjoyable inter-club matches were ployed, while the annual tournament, in spite of wet weather, proved an unqualified success. All the very fine trophies competed for were generously donated and we wish to again thank the donors and members

of the men’s committee, especially Mr T. 0. Kincaid, for willing assistance in helping to arrange and carry out, the tournament. A net profit of £l2 4s was handed to the treasury. Our thanks are extended to Mr and Mrs Neagle for the use of their room and their readv assistance on all occasions. AVe also wish to acknowledge the unfailing courtesy and consideration of rhe editor of the Taihape Times and the “Wanganui Chronicle’* on all occasions. and for thp generous space allotted to the weekly golf notes. “In closing, wo extend a hearty welcome to all new members and wish the new committee and all members the greatest success in the 1935 season.. ” The balance-sheet disclosed a credit of £2 13s lOd. The report and balance-sheet were adopted. Election of Officers The election of officers for the ensuing rear resulted as follows: Captain? Mrs T. C. Kincaid; secretary, Miss K. A. Mathew; handicap manager Mrs J. Thompson; committee, Mesdames D. Neagle, A. F. McKenzie, Misses F. Dickinson and 8. Carrington. On the motion of Miss F. Dickinson, the, outgoing committee was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. All members are requested to bring a basket for opening day, which will be held to-morrow (Saturday). GENERAL NEWS No less than 1500 people saw the film, “Grandad Rudd,” which was screened at the Majestic on Tuesday and Wednesay. Miss Elaine Hamill, of Taihape, played the feminine lead, and this accounts for the big attendance. The film was screened on Tuesday afternoon and evening, and also on Wednesday afternoon and evening. The theatre was packed to capacity at the evening sessions, especially, and many were turned away on Tuesday evening. Two sessions were held on Wednesday afternoon and two in the evening. The extra session on Wednesday evening was held at the request of several who had not seen the film and were particularly anxious to do so. Many favourable comments concerning the performance of the girl from Taihape were heard after ea’.-h session, and there is no doubt that Miss Hemill played her part very well, indeed. PERSONAL Mr D. H. Deverell, of Kawhia, has filled the vacancy on the Bank of New Zealand staff caused by the transfer of Miss V. Robertson to head office, Wellington. Senior-Sergeant J. Joyce, who has been in charge of the Taihape Police Force for the •past, five and a-half years, left on Wednesday morning under transfer to Auckland. This popular and efficient police officer made many friends during his sojourn in Taihape, and while deeply regretting his departure they will nevertheless be glad to hear of his well-deserved promotion. GENERAL NEWS The management of the Majestic Cinema notify by advertisement in this issue that the price of admission for children to all matinees has been reduced from sixpence to threepence. The official opening of the Taihape Golf Club for the 1935 season will be held at the Raukura links to-morrow. AR mnmharq pnJ intending members