MARTON

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 79, Issue 125, 28 May 1936, Page 3

MARTON

A. AND P. ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING HELD The annual general meeiing of the Marton A. and Associatiox: was held in the Jockey Club room on Wednesday evening, Mr E. Gudopp presiding over a large attendance. The report and balance-sheet were read and adopted. The report read as follows: In presenting the annual statement 1 of accounts for the past year, the committee has pleasure iu recording another successful year’s operations. With regard to the financial position the association started with a bank debit of £122 2s sd, and concluded with £9 12s 2d. The association’s annua l show was hold on Thursday, January 30. J 9.36, on the Alarton racecourse anJ proved to be the most successful sh v w for several years, and has increased in popularity with the exhibitors an J general I public as shown by the revenue derived from entry fees and gates. The . progressive move of the Association in removing the locale of the show from . the Alarton Park to the Alarton Jockey ; Club’s property was a very wise move. The Jockey Club’s grounds and ap- , pointments are ideal for the holding of an agricultural show. All sections of exhibits were well patronised and lhe staging of the different sections of stock found favour with the exhibitors and public. A number of improvements arc contemplated by the committee which would furthm popularise the show. L nf&Ttunatcly, members' subscriptions are not paid with that promptitude which would enable the committee to extend its activities as lhe main source of revenue for any association is its members’ subscriptions If members gave this matter a little more serious consideration it would be of great benefit to the association in presenting a more attractive schedule for the ensuing show. The ram fair on the day following was a greater su-cecss than the initial fair and was well patroni.-ed by vendors and purchasers. The ball proved a great .-Uccess and resulted in a profit of £39 Its 6d, The thanks of the committee are due to Airs H. S. C. Morrison and her willing band of lady helpers for their splendid assistance, also to the members of the committee tor their assistance in preparing for the ball. The evening entertainment un the night of lhe show proved most popular and showed a profit of £5 5s sd, which exceeded the expectations of the committee. lhe committee has a number of contemplated improvements in coloured electric lighting and special lighting for parking, etc., also a number of special attractions for its next evening entertainment. The gift class of lamb: was well patronised at the show and resulted in £59 3s 9d being realised by the sale oi these Jambs which were contributed by Messrs E. (). Pryce, A. B. McFarlane, Ormond Wilson, Jenkins Bros.. I’. J. Andrew, E. Gudopp, JI. IS. U. Morrison. J. W. Griffin, E. B. Gordon. R. .J. Aloore, E. H. Simpson, W. G. Aitken, Smith Bros, and H. T. Whale. Afessrs R. W. Marshal), H. W. UoiJier, W. E. Simpson. Keith Stevens. Edgar Galpin, L. Jllston, W. A. IJlston, Coleman Bros., and E. Thomas also donated the value of a pen of three lambs. ( Special thanks are due lu Messrs G. L. Alarshall and D. J. Willis for their donation of a handsome perpetual silver cup for best pen of four flock Romney rams, which was won by one of i the donors, Mr D. J. Willi-, also to lhe : New Zealand International Harvester ’ Co. for a donation of a inower grinder, also lo all those gentlemen who donated trophies and cash. Mr J. .1. Waller has donated a silver vup for the open jumping competition and Mr A. Taylor a challenge cup lur rhe open pony jumping at the next show. Leave of absence has ."con granted the secretary (Air A. Way) fur a lour of the world and we all join in wishing him an enjoyable trip and a safe i return. In conclusion, to the dunors and committee I should like tu express mv sin- j ceie thanks lor the loyal manner in which they have supported mu during my term uf office, which has been very t pleasant, and the whole-hearted manner hi which every member of the commit- | tee has worked for the welfare of the association should place, the assecia- ] tion in the foremost rank. The election of officers for the en- ( y ing year resulted as foPov/s:—Pati'4<. Messrs Edward Newman, A. >t|arL and 0. Wilson ; pt evident, Air E. Gudopp; vice-presidents, Messis E. 1 horns, E. B. Gordon. E. O. Pryce, and J. Moore: hon. treasurer. Mr F. R. i H. Brice; general committee* Afessrs J. H. McLean, P. W. Briant. (’. E. Vile. D. JrLean. H. J. Cameron. Edgar R. Galpin. H. Coleman, F. M.Lean, K Scoon, W. G. Aitken, 11. W. Collier, J Griftin, A. Wing. F. H. Dexter, V s Coleman, P. Miller, W. Jenkin.;’ Hamish Simpson. S. W. Morrison. 11. G. i Stewart, H. W. Smith, W A lilston. - i. Andrew. 11. W. Gudopp. D B. Sladnen. J. Caithness, and officers ex officio; 1 district representatives, Messrs A C. b’ j Munro and Kenneth Armstrong; swretary, Arthur Way, F.C'.S. (?TZ.) I FAREWELL EVENING. After tlie weekly meeting of the i senior men’s Presbyterian Bible Class, I held on Tuesday evening, those present were entertained at a farewell evening i to Mr. Jim Steele, on the eve of his I departure for Auckland. The function ‘ took place at the residence of Mr. and : Mrs. Frank Nicol, and a very pleasant evening was spent in games' and com- i petitions. The miniature golf was won by. Mr. A. Gorrie, while the word- i building competition went to Mr. A. Alclndoe. t After a delicious supper opportunity was taiken to show in a tangible wav c appreciation of the services rendered c by Mr. jßteele. The Bible Class leader. Mr. Fr&fok Nicol, on behalf of the class, f expressed- regret at the departure of an r old friend. Mr. Steele had been a c rremLcr of lhe Bible class for a num- v ber of years and had always been an ' enthusiastic, worker. As a mark of an- v preemtinn Mr. Nicol asked Mr. Steele to accept a book entitled “The Silent f Division, by O. Burton, from the mem- 1 bers, at the same time wishing the recipient a pleasant and enjoyablg time c in his new surroundings. ( Mr. Steele suitably returned thanks. Mr. Stt ele leaves for Auckland to- c niirht : / £ THE CIVIC THEATRE r I “SHE.” s s '•She.** s; id to be one of the most 1impressive spectacle pictures to come £ to the screen in years, is brightly

charged v»ilh all of the cicmenls oi* a thrilling adventure story. The adven lure, however, which Randolph Scott, Helen Alack and Nigel Bruce meet *n their search for a flame of eternal life, tops anything that the strangest corner of the known world has to offer. The terrifying and mystifying experiences which they encounter in a tropical land locked away from the won . by towering mountains of glacial ic could only be created by a eumbination ot Nature's puzzling tricks and man’s fertile imagination. Helen Gahagan, noted stage and operatic star, plays the title role, featured with Randolph Scott, Helen Alack and Nigel Bruce. COURT LITTLE JOHN. the usual monthly meeting uf Uuurt Little John bf the Ancient Order oi Foresters, was held in the Court Room on Tuesday evening. U.R. Sister Stewart presided over 30 odd members, which is considered a satisfactory muster on a cold night The usual formal and routine business was quickly disposed of, and the officers an members of lhe order were given a very full report of lhe arrangements made for the celebration of the 70th jubilee celebrations, which are to take place on Friday, .lune 5. Every indication points to a most su<-,-cessful and interesting function. I’.C.R. Secretary Brother Alclndoe has received advice that the Wellington courts are chartering a bus and about 30 members propose making the trip from the various courts in the Capital City, and from replies already received 100 visiting lodge members are assured. The secretary also reported on a letter he had received from P.C.R. Trustee Brother Way, who is at present enjoying a world tour The jov.al Arthur is having a wonderful time and is spreading the spirit of the Forestry Brotherhood wherever he goes. The following were nominated as officers for the ensuing term: —C.R. Brother F. Duncan. P.C.R.; 'S.C.R. Sister F. Howlett; 8.W., Brother R. Condor, P.C.R.; J.W., Brother S. A., McIndoe and Brother F. Williams; 5.8., Brother S. A. Alclndoe and Brother F. Williams; J. 8.. Brother A. Wasson. An election for Lhe officers of J AV., J. B. Brother C. A. Wasson and Brother ; L. W. Griffin will take place on quarter } night 23/6/36. At the close of business the lady : members of the order dispensed a wet- < come light supper. RANGITIKEI HUNT CLUB. GENERAL committee MEETING, i The general committee of the Raugi- i tikei Hunt (.'tub met in the Jockey ( Club rooms on Tuesday, May Air. . 1.. T. Ale Lean presided and also |. re- < sent were Alessrs. J. Br'n c, F. AL-Lean, ■ H. J. Cameron. Q. O. Wilsei' H. G. ( Wilson, A. W. Briant, H. G. B'::in . R. l\. Simpson, J. D. Simpson. E. H. Simi - i son, B. IL Simpson, \V. R. Duncan, E. i H. Duncan. Frank Brice, jnr., A. B. Alar, shall, A. T. Gatrell and K. Cameron. Apologies were from Alessis. Jas. Bull and K. M.cK. Duncan. The programme for the Hum

Steeplechase meeting was drawn up. and it was decided to increase the stakes to £4OO, exclusive of trophies. Trophies have been donated by Mrs. A. T. Gatrell. Alessrs. .1. Brice, L. T. McLean, W. R. Duncan ami Simpson Bros. The s : ng!e. pool betting system will be in operation, viz: 75 and 25 per cent. Mr. J. It. 1.. Stanford was appointed judge, Mr. H. Coyle, handicapper and Mr. A. Vincent, starter. 'The following new members were elected, Aliss Alison AlcGregor, Mrs. T. Le.tham, Messrs. F. H. Dc?<lcr, .1. Goodwin and R. G. Simpson. Hunting Appointments, June-July. .1 u 10’3: ‘' The Kennel-.' ’ June 6: ‘ ’ (.'loseburn. ’' Bonny Glen. June .19: ’• Runny mede. ” June 1.'.: Air. Geo. Lampp’.", I’m acini i Road. June I 7: Black / Gravel Pit. June 20: Wanganui Races. .1 line 2I: Pukepapa Hill. June 27: Mr. L. H. 8. Alarshali Ecm Flat. J uly J: Neu ma nn 's Line. July 5: ’ ’ Springrove. ” South Makirikiri. July 8: Fern Eiai School. July II: Q. (). Wilson's, ’’ Mangala pu. ” July 15: Norwood Corner, Cliff July jx; •‘Believue,” Wanganui Road. July 22: Rangilikci Hunt sieeplcchase meeting, Alarton Racecourse. PERSONAL Air Basil Openshaw has returned home lo Marton for a holiday. MAGISTRATE’S COURT. YESTERDAY ’S SITTING. The ordinary sitting of the Alarton Magistrate's Court was held yesterday, Air. J. G. L. Hewitt, S.M., presiding. For failing io give way lo traffic on her rig-bx, a motorist na.ms?d Airs. W. H. Aidworth was fined £1 and costs 12s. ID. Kinlock was fined £1 and costs 12s for exhibiting sheep for sale infested with lice. 1. W. Turner was charged with tailing to clear noxious weeds, the information being laid by Inspector A. Troii ter. Defendant suffered from deafness and His Worship called him up beside the bench and described the •harge. “Did you clear those weeds?” le asked. “No! but 1 mean to,” replied Turner. lhe Alagistrate: Well I’ll give you a month to get the jo«b done. The Inspector: He has had four months already. The Alagistrate: I’ll give him another. If he does the job he will get off with costs; if not he will be fined. Defendant left the Court quite satisfied, but His Worship found a few minutes later there was a minimum fine of 10s. Turner was called back and was told that in addition to costs there would be a fine of .10s even if the weeds were cleared—£l if not. Mi. H. C. N. Ladley (who appeared for the inspector): And solicitor’s fee 10s 6d. The Magistrate: You’d better get out before it costs you any more! (Laughter). Judgment, for plaintiff was given by default in the following civil c-tses: — A. Grade v. W. B. Scanlon, £3 Is, costs £1 3s 6d: T. E. Barton v. F. D. O'Connor, £3 7s Bd, costs £1 7s 6d; Sicely and Francis v. F. Guest, £1 5s sd, costs 8s; same v. C. Jensen, 12s 4d, costs It’s; same v. J. Neale 9s 9d, ?os.s Ss; L. K. Fear v. S. H. Sicely, £22 4s 3d, xnets £4 3s 6d.

LADIES’ HOCKEY YESTERDAY’S GAMES The fourth series of women ’s hcckej championship matches played yesterda; afternoon under the jurisdiction of thi Itangitikei Sub-Union, produced brigh displays, due mainly to the terms find ing their true form. The Martoi ground was in perfect order and th day sunny and ideal. Results were a follows: — United 9. boat Athletic I. nt Alarton Tulacnui drew with Te Huri, a Kakariki, .1 all. Kia Ora drew with Halcumbe. 2 all The game on the Park- ended in : crushing defeat of Athleriv at tin hands of United lo the tune of 9 goal; to L United displayed heitcr stick work and played with more cohesion while Athletic were too fond of Icttin; the other player do the work ami cor sequently United stepped in and tool charge. The Whale sis'ci s were tower of strength, lor Athletic in de fence. It was untcrtunale that D Whale bad to retire with a leg injur* in the first half, whiie lhe second hac not been long m progress when I’. Nan kiveli left the field. Lt was while All letic played nine players that Unite went on to score 6 goals. The first hal was fast and lively, but the seconc through the deterioration uf Athletic’ play, was too one-sided. D. Field ant B. .Staples were the pick of the winners while J. Gordon laboured earnestly fo lhe yellows. However, Athlcti’e playei better hockey than last week and be fore long they will upset moie than om uf the leading teams. Scorers fo: United were B. Staples (F, D. Field (3), V. Hunt, and p. .Barue.'. J. Gordon scored for Athletic. The Tutaenui-Halcombe g-me endec in a draw, 1 all. It resulted in a very even tussle anil the issue was in doubt until the final whistle. Tutaenui fount the ground most unsuitable for their play, it being undulating and the grass fairly long. 1., Coles .scored for Tutaeuui. Both teams gave a good display and one or two movements were rather brilliantly executed. Alessrs W. H. Coles and R. Searanckc ably controlled lhe game. A very willing and evenly-contested game, interspersed with spasms of teally good hockey, characterised the Kia OraHalccmbo game, which ended in a draw. 2 all, at Onepuhi. Kia Ora played a decided improved game on last week, their half-backs having learnt a lesson. The half-time score was all, but in the second spoil the home team were superior, being very unlucky in not notching two inure goals. However Halconibe deserve praise for the way in which they stood up to the attack. C. Rogers and Al. Clapniau scored for Halconibe, while Kia Ora’s goals were shot by AL Iwikau and P. iwikau. There was a large number of spectators present, and ali enjoyed the i lay. Alessrs A. Grauie and A. Blair made capable referees. After the game, Kia Ora turned on a sumptuous afternoon tea for players and officials and various speeches were made. OBITUARY

AHLS A. RTDDIFOL’D The death occurred at the residence ■ of her daughter, Airs H. F. Arkwright. “Overton,” Alarton, on Wednesday last week, of Airs Alice Riddiford, a former resident uf Hawci’a and widow of Mr Frederick .Riddiford, at one time well known in South Taiu.’iaki cricket, Rugby and racing circles. Air Riddiford had large property interests in this district. owning Opeke Down:,, a block of land at Ararata and a half share with the late Mr A. S. Tonks in the Fairfield properly, later acquired in its entirety by the latter partner. The family also owned the Egmont Hotel block in Hawera, and their old homestead, now owned by Mr J. A. Duflill, Argyle Street, fa’ced Glover Road be lure that portion of the borough was subdivided into the existing residential area. On ’he death of Mr Riddiford some 25 years ago, these property holdings were disposed of and Airs Riddiford left to reside in Alarton. She is survived by three daughters—Mrs W. Bunny (Wairarapa), Mrs Hurst, wife of Dr. Hurst (London), and Mrs Arkwright (Marion). One son, Mr Ear] Riddiford. died seven years ago. The late Mrs John Gibson (Pateaj was a. sister, both being members of the well-known Central Taranaki McGregor family before th fir marriages. The funeral of Mrs Riddiford took place privately in Hawera following a service at Si. Mary ; s Churth.