MARTON

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 79, Issue 108, 8 May 1936, Page 3

MARTON

THE CIVIC THEATRE ‘‘THE ARIZONIAN” The roar of revolvers and volleys from shot-guns punctuate the thrilling action of the new Richard IDix drama, ‘•The Arizonian,” screening to-night (Friday) at the Civic Theatre. ‘‘The Arizonian ■> depicts in exacting detail the early settling of the West, and the warfare that raged between outlaws and peace officers who were lighting to bring order to the turbulent town* oi the irentier. HOCKEY TOURNAMENT AT LEVIN Five teams participated in the Levin five-a-side tourney on Wednesday. Although none of the ladies’ teams came out on top United B managed to get into the semi-final. All games were played in pouring rain. Kia Ora won their first game but were defeated in the second by a hit behind. United A and Athletic were both defeated in their first game, Tutaenui sharing the same fate as Kia Ora. United B won their first two games and were beaten in the semi-final. In the men’s section the Marton team was defeated in their first game but the Tokorangi team managed to go through unbeaten to win the tourney. Congratulations, Tokorangi. WOMEN’S INSTITUTE POREWA BRANCH. The I’orewa Women’s Institute celebrated its first birthday in conjunction with the monthly meeting with a garden party at Mrs. W. Cockburn’s residence on April 23. Visitors were present from Auckland, Halcombe, Stan way and Marton Junction. Musical items were rendered by Mrs. Connell and Mrs. Gatty. The winners for the various competitions were as follow: Mrs. Webster, Mrs. Fredrick, Mrs. L. Cockburn and Mrs. Baxter. A new member was welcomed. The afternoon tea served by the hostesses was much appreciated, the main feature being the birthday cake, much credit going to Mrs. Cockburn for the making and giving it. The May meeting takes place at Mrs. Frodrick’s residence. The competition is an eggiess fruit cake. A bring and buy table will also be included. Hostesses are Mesdames Fredrick Montgomerie and Miss G. Whale. A flag five hundred evening was also held last Friday in connection with the institute, a good number attending, considering the wet night. Tin prize-win-ners were as follow: Mrs. L. Carpenter (playing as a lady), Mis.> Whale, Mr. H. Carpenter and Mr. Whale. Booby prizes went to Miss P. Carpenter, Mrs. Wishnowsky, ATr. Fredrick and Mr. Wishnowsky.

MARTON GOLF CLUB DRAW FOR TO-MORROW’S MATCHES ’ The following is the draw for Saturday’s med-al competition and the postponed first qualifying round for the championships. Dr. Dick’s trophy for the best two nett scores in the three qualifying rounds will also be played for. F. J. Christensen v. A. FullertonSmith C. M. Holdaway . R. A. Church H. W. Collier v. A. 1). FullcrtonSniith M. C. Gould v. N. A men V. AV. Fullerton-Smith v. J. Totaka L. T. Coleman v. T. J. Graham L. lllston v. T. C. Ruibery N. D. Anderson v. J. Hartley H Coleman v. A. TL Mnrsl.all J. Openshaw v. K. C. Mclntyre T. G. Harpur v. R. McKenzie J. I. Moodie v. W. G. Sutton H. Gaisford v. W. S. R. Dick J. Sutcliffe v.’l. H. S. Marshall C. Whitford v. A. R. McFarlane D. A. Nicolas v. C. G, Barrett L. C. Kerr v. I. Kendrick L. Rathbone v. K. N. Glasgow C. D. A Taylor v. W. G. Winchcombe K. R. Scoon v. G. H. Bridge G. A. Simpson v. C. C. McDonald G. Bevan v. P. IT. Leonard Week-end Match The following are invited to play against the Seafield Golf Club on the Marton links during the week-end. Those unable to play must notify the captain or secretary immediately. Players are to be on the tee at 9 a.m.:— N. D. Anderson, M. Atkiiicon, K. Atkinson, R. A. Church, F. J. Christenson, H. AV. Collier, L. Coleman. 11. Coleman, A. Fullerton-Smith, V. W. Fuller-ton-Smith, A. D. Fullerton-Smith, T. J. Graham, 11. Gaisford, C. M. Holdaway, T. G. Harpur, L. C. Kerr, 1. Kendrick, K. C. Mclntyre, A. B. McFarlane, J. I. Moodie, C. C. McDonald, J. Openshaw, T. C. Rubery, C. A. Rofe, C. A. Simpson, J. Sutcliffe, AV. G. Sutton, F. AA’ood, P. AV cotton, W. G. Winchconnbe, C. Whitford. HAWKESTONE GOLF CLUB DRAW FOR VICE-PRESIDENT’S TROPHY T. Logan v. L. McDonald L. McLean v, J. Tolley J. Hunter v. R. Ball AA r . Murrow v. C. Rofe T. Tipu v. E. Broughton K. Fowler v. J. A. Bush R Parkes v. R. AVilson P. Gronn v. E. Fogelberg J. Twigg v. J. Clarke E. Fair v. P. Mitchell Wednesday Players Hainer v. Scott Hutton v. Thomas Chai noy v. Bromley Gra'eic v. McLean W.D.F.U, COMMITTEE MEETING The committee of the W.D.F.U. met at the Marton Jockey Club’s rooms on Tuesday last. There were several apologies from absent members. The resignation of Miss Matheson from the local ‘ branch, owing to her now residing in Palmerston North, was received with regret. A dance is to he held In the Civic Theatre on June 5, and particulars with regard to this function will be advertised later. During the afternoon, members of the

I junior division met the committee and i were acquainted with the details in i connection with the Girls’ Educational AVeek to be held in Palmeiston, beginning on May 11. v As the junior division has now been f disbanded, two of their members have !■ been elected to represent them on the j (AV.D. .Committee. These were Miss C. 1 I Gibson and Miss E. Moore. The sewing meetings wlr.vh were a . marked success last year, not only from c a financial standpoint but also from e the social side, are to be again resumed [ this month, the first meeting to take s place at Mrs J. B. Thorpe’s residence, 1 Union Bank, Broadway, Mai ton, on the [ 26th. inst. All members are invited I to attend these fortnightly afternoons, a The next meeting will be the pro- t vincial executive to be held in St. s Stephen’s Parish Hall on Mav 19. a RANGITIKEI RUGBY TO-MORROW’’S MATCHES The following matches have been set don for play in the Rangitikei Subunion to-morrow: — Senior. —Hunterville v. Old Boys, at Hunterville; Ohingaiti v. Halcombe, at Halcombe, and the junior games arc Hunterville v. Old Boys, at Marton; Bulls v. Halcombe, at Bulls, while Turakina have a bye. Charges of admission are: Senior, gents ]/-, ladies Gd, and Gd all round for juniors. Kick-off at 3 pin.

j VALEDICTORY i MR AV. R. McNAB 1 'The popularity of such a highly respected teacher was exemplified on j Thursday afternoon when teachers and pupils gathered together iu the Ais- j sembly Hall of the Marton D.ll. School , to bid farewell to Mr W. R. McNab, j assistant-master of the school, who . commences the new school term as sole , teacher at Western Rangitikei. Mr j A. \V. Tucker, the headmaster, in opening the farewell proceedings, said that ; they had gathered to bid farewell to j Mr McNab. Although the children were ( glad for Mr McNab’s sake that he had ; obtained a promotion, they were very sorry that he was leaving. He had . been a Conscientious worker and was always willing to help the children and the school. We wish him every success . in his new position, and the children, : as an appreciation for his scrvic-es, had - subscribed towards a present. On behalf of the children, the head prefect „ presented Air McNab with an armchair and cushion. Miss Al. Cicely, one of the prefects, in a neat speech, said how sorry she was he was leaving. Although his departure would be felt as a. teacher, the children would not lose him as a friend. In conclusion she hoped his future career would be happy and successful. (Applause). Air AfcNab, in responding, said that although he had served nearly 11 years at the school, this was the first time he had seen suCli a multitude of faces assembled before him. This has affected me greatly and has shown me the interest you have taken in me. “I thank you from the bottom of my heart,” he said. “You have treated me greatly and by the help and response of the children 1 have been able to do my duty. AVithout this I would not have been successful. Parents have given me unbo'imded support and my work has been. made. muV-h lighter. I have taken charge of many classes but have had most service with Standards 5 and 6. I have a difficult task in front of me, but 1 am going forward to do my best.” The singing of “For lie’s a Jolly i Good Fellow” ended the children’s | function to a popular and highly-re-spected master of the school The school was then dismissed and teachers, friends and members of the old and new school committees were entertained at a delightful afternoon tea during the course of which the headmaster expressed regret at losing

Mr McNab. He had always been a cheerful and obliging teacher and had taken more than his proper she,re of work, which was always done in a willing and smilling manner. It was necessary for Air McNab to go as he cannot get a promotion at his own «,chool. He lias a hard and difficult task to fill, but on previous experience with M r McNab Mr Tucker was certain that he would meet with success. As an appreciation of his services Mr Tu’ckcr presented the guest of honour with two etchings. Mr Johnstone, as a member of the i staff, also spoke of Mr McNab’s calibre. In all that he had undertaken he had done well. The children all loved him and many were sorry when they had to pass on to another class. His oulside as well as inside work was everything that could be desired. He could only refer him as a real Christian gentleman. He possessed a sterling character and, although it will be a loss to Marton, it will je Fern Flat’s gain. Mr Fowler, ex-chairman of the school committee, paid a warm tribute to the popularity and fine qualities of Mr M‘cNab. In raising money for school purposes he hail never shirked. Nothing had been to’o much trouble to him and it was gratifying to se« that he had received a promotion. Dr. R. A. Church, chairman of the new committee, and Mr P. H. Hall, of the secondary department, eulogised the remarks of the former speakers, adding that Mr McNab occupied a high place in. the hearts and affections of the school. They wished him God speed and success in his new sphere. In responding, Mr MpNathanked all for the gifts and expressions of esteem and goodwill and said that it was not easy to express or.e’s thoughts on an occasion like this. “What I have dome I felt I should do,” he said, “the relationship between the staff had been exemplary.” It has been the work in the lower classes that has prepared the pupil to develop in my class i and I thank those teachers who have i helped me. As I look back on my long sojourn, I will remember the many opportunities that fellow teachers have extended to me,” concluded Mr McNab. The singing of “For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow” terminated an interesting afternoon function.