MARTON

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 80, Issue 57, 9 March 1937, Page 3

MARTON

i GARDEN FETE AT TURAKINA ! , !f Overhead in Broadway: “I do hope j we have a fine day on Thursday,” was r the remark of a prominent member of I ( the Turakina branch of the Plunket L Society. “And why?” was the reply. || “Of course you know that we are t holding a garden fete on the beauti- In ful grounds of “Ann Bank,” the home | g of Mrs. B. P. Lethbridge. We are ( extremely anxious to raise more funds f for our branch and we are going to / have meat, produce, cakes and flower | stalls, which will be laden with all varieties of goods. The charge is only c Is 6d for admission, which will in- !c dude afternoon tea. So come along Land bring your friends.” 1 THE CIVIC THEATRE

“THREE WISE GUYS” “The Three Wise Guys” brings lo the screen the latest from the pen of Damon Runyon, whose stories have supplied some of the finest picture material in recent years. Briefly “The Three Wise Guys” tells the story of a spend thrift, son and a daughter of the underworld, who find redemption through love, in spite of the machinations of “The Three Wise Guys.” Young is cast as the railroad executive’s son who finds himself cut off from an allowance when he decides to reform and marry the girl he loves. Miss Furness enacts the “front” for two crooks who runs into trouble when she steers the straight and narrow path. Bruce Cabot is seen as “Blackie.” a young gangster with a split personality: Thurston Hall plays the father; Donald Meek is his frightened secretary: Raymond Walburn is “Doc.” as crooked as he is philosophical: Herman Ring is the witless philanthropist; and Harvey Stephens the escaped convict, who has become an important industrialist. Much of the I action takes place on a speeding pasjsenger train, while other points of I locale are Los Angeles, Palm Springs. | New York and a Pennsylvania farm I The picture was directed by George : Seitz. VALEDICTORY PRESENTATION TO MR H. J. FOWLER There was a representative gathering of the staff of the Rangitikei County Council at the Council Chambers at Marton on Monday afternoon, the occasion being to bid farwell to Mr. H. J. Fowler, who leaves to-day for his promotion under the Government at Levin. Mr. H. H. Richardson presided and ' stated that they could not allow Mr. Fowler to depart without bidding him farewell and to show the esteem and goodwill in which Mr: Fowler was held by the staff. Mr. Fowler was appointed traffic inspector in 1926 and it was partly due to his technical knowledge of engineering that he received the position. His knowledge of the law relating to traffic .regulations was not surpassed by any other inspector and he had a good grip of Ms various duties. He could truthfully say that Mr. Fowler had carried out his duties faithfully and although at times his task was a difficult one. they had been carried out impartially. It «as no wish of the council that he should leave their employ, but on account of the altered conditions. He 1 had Been a great help to the council and they would miss his services. In saying "Au Revoir” to Mr. Fowler they wished him every success in his news sphere. He would always receive a hearty welcome from the staff when ' L slt ’ n S Marton. As a tangible token 2,l hl S h esteem in which he was held Mr. Richardson asked Mr. Fowler to accept a chiming clock on which was engraved: “Presented to Mr H J Fowler by the staff of the Rangitikei County Council. 8/3/37.” Mr. S. A. R. Mair endorsed Mr. Richardsons remarks, adding that Mr Fowler had carried out his duties with distinction to himself and to the "' edlt " f the council. He was sure that he would succeed in his new appointment and they would soon near of his higher promotion. Mr. Fowler, in accepting the presentation. stated that his association with the district extended over 32 years. In that period one gets rooted to the district and it was hard to pull out those roots. For a long time he had taken the Court cases for the Council and possibly he had made some enemies, but he could honestly say that he had not exceeded his duties and had tried to temper them with leniency. He thanked the staff for the splendid manner in which they had co-operated and helped to make his duties lighter. Aanv merit that (was due to him was through the assistance they had given, especially the ladies and Mr. H. H. Richardson.' who they looked upon with affection. Mr. Mair had not been long in Marton, but was a splendid co-worker. In concluding. he thanked them one and all for any success that he had achieved and for their splendid gift. The staff then joined in singing “For He’s a Jolly oGod Fellow." MARTON ATHLETIC CLUB SPORTS AGAIN POSTPONED Once again the Marton Athletic Club have been dogged by unfavourable weather. During the week-end the weather looked as though it was taking a turn for the better; how ever, yesterday, an unpleasant wind was blowing, with a likelihood of rain when the wind drops. On account of these possibilities the postponement committee of the local club met yesterday afternoon, and they decided to again postpone the fourth meeting of the Chainey Cun series, to have been held in the Marton Park last evening. Although nothing definite has been arranged there is a possibility that the meeting will be held on Saturday evening. athletic carnival dance The dance under the auspices of the Marton Athletic Club will be held in the Empire Hall this evening. Godson’s Aces, the most popular orchestral combination on the coast, will be there in full force, to supply the' music. The ladies’ committee have now completed arrangements for the supper and everything points to the night being a grand success. For such a night’s entertainment the admission prices are very reasonable.

ST. ANDREW’S CHURCH Mr. lan Polson, who has been supplying the pulpit of the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Marton, for the last three months, preached farewell messages at Sunday’s services. In the morning there was a full congregation which included the pupils from the Maori Girls’ College, who were attend’. for the first time this year. There was a large attendance at the afternoon service at Tutaenui, where the Marton choir rendered special anthems. At the evening service in St. Andrew’s Church, a special parade of the Bible classes was held and together with the congregation, the church was filled. For the next, four Sundays, the pulpit will be occupied by the Rev. George Miller, late of the North-East Y alle Y Church, Dunedin.

PERSONAL 1 Mr. lan Polson, who has been In ' charge of the St. Andrew’s PresbyI terian Church, Marton, for the last three months, left yesterday morning by the Limited, on his return to Dunedin, where he will enter the Otago University to further his studies. WOMEN’S INSTITUTE ANNUAL MEETING. MARTON JUNCTION The fourth annual meeting of the Marton Junction W.I. was held on Wednesday last week, Mrs. L. Humphrey presiding over a good attendance. An apology was received from Mrs. Marumaru, who was unable to be present owing to a prior engagement. Mrs. Davidson and Miss G. Meyer were present to act as scrutineers at the election. Two delegates were appointed to attend the council meeting at Palmerston North. Mrs. Davison for rotting and Mrs. H. Matthews to present a two-minute report and bring back a report to the institute. Mrs. Gregory was nominated for the Federation committee and promised to consider the matter. The reoorts from circles were read bv Mrs. Winter, drama circle: Mrs. Connell, gardehing circle, and Mrs. Baxter, singing circle. Mrs. Davison renorted that 71 names had been added to the visitors’ book. The annual report was read by the .secretary, who moved its adoption, rmd was seconded by Miss Sicely. who I spoke of the progress made and the I pood work done during the year. Mrs. (Gregory endorsed these remarks and stressed the need for individual effort and co-ordination of the best results are to be realised. Mrs. A. Watts presented the bal-ance-sheet. which was in a sound and creditable state. Mrs. Humphrey presented the prizes for the year’s points competition, the winners being: Mrs. Johnston Ist with 22 points. Mrs. Slight. 2nd, 20 points, and Mrs. A. Watts, 3rd, with 17 points. There were eighteen nominations for a committee of twelve, thus necessitating an election at which Mrs. Davison, vice-president, presided. Those elected were Mesdames Franke, Humphrey, Davison, Poppe, Slight, Jolly, Miles, Watts, Webby, Winter, Connell and Baxter. Mrs. Humphrey was elected president unopposed. While the votes were being counted an amusing competition was won by Mrs. J. Kendrick, after which a short community sing was held. The monthly competitions were won as follows:—(a) Six asters: Mrs. Mitchell 1, Mrs. Watts 2, Mrs. H. Franke 3. (b) Sponge roll: Mrs. A. Watts 1, Mrs. J. Kendrick 2, Mrs. H. Matthews 3. The hostesses for April are Mesdames R. Williams (chief), Prentice, Robertson, Thorburn, A. E. Watts, Waters, Vogtherr and Miss Truman. I Those for the floor are: Mesdames {Archibald, Allen and Black. Annual Report I The annual report was as follows: — i The committee of the Marton Junction Women’s Institute has pleasure in presenting to you their fourth annual report. The year has been one of progress, with increased interest and greater understanding of the ideals of the Institute Creed. Membership now stands at 107, with an average of over 70 for the ten monthly meetings. At the last annual meeting Mrs. Humphrey was elected president and has been faithful to that position during the year. The committee has met on six occasions with an average attendance of ten. Subcommittees have been set up for special occasions. New enterprises are evidenced in lhe formation of a drama circle and a gardening circle, these beginning their activities in April and May respectively. The former, under the leadership of Mrs. Franke, has had an enjoyable and profitable year, much valuable knowledge having been gained. Its efforts in conjunction with those of the singing circle have added materially to institute funds as well as giving pleasure to members during the social period. Mrs. Humphrey presided at the gardening circles and helpful advice on cultivation of flowers and vegetables, as well as rose pruning and general maintenance, has been received. The singing circle, under the baton of Miss Mountfort, has continued activities, rendering valuable assistance to the entertainment committee. The third birthday party was held in the Civic Theatre in June, visitors being present from Institutes in the Kotahitanga Group as well as from Turakina, Porewa and Silverhope. Members of the Mothers’ Union and the Marton Branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union were also present. It was unfortunate that owing to the epidemic the picnic, which was to have been held in January, had to be abandoned. During the year we have been able to send several parcels of clothing to the district nurse and in March assisted at a garden party at the home of Mrs. Purnell, proceeds being for the same cause. In response to an appeal a case of mixed good and toys was sent to the Makogai Leper Station in December. For the purpose of again assisting the Health Stamp Campaign a “bring and buy” was held, which, together with the sale of stamps, resulted in a satisfactory amount being forwarded to the fund. In September a grand concert wai

held in the Sunday School Hall, for the purpose of augmenting institute funds, the evening being a success, in that the sum of £9 13s 6d was netted. In October, at a special afternoon arranged for the purpose, we had the picture of a visit from Miss Grant, ioke of the great conference of ;ed Country Women of the . which was held at Washinginc year 1936 will stand «ut in institute history as a memorable one, for the visit of Mrs. Alfred Watt, 0.8. E. For the benefit of those who were not able to journey to Palmerston North to hear this distinguished woman, a copy of her speech was read at the monthly meeting. It is with gratification that we notice the increased interest in the monthly competitions and the steady improvement in the quality of entries. The trading table and the library are both of very real aid to the financial as well as the practical side of the institute. A great deal of consideration is given to the compiling of the monthly programmes, and help in the form of suggestions from members would be appreciated. Practical demonstrations on beaten brass, puff pastry, basket weaving. seagrass stools, cooking by electricity and hairpin work have been held, while we have had talks about birds, the work of a dental nurse and a trip to China and Japan. In some cases, classes have followed on from the demonstrations so that members are able to derive full benefit from any one that they are particularly interested in. The competitions have included knitted sox, knitted singlet, shoulder spray of fresh flowers, article from oddments of wool, bowl of flowers, seagrass stools, jar of roses, best six roses, d’oyleys and asters: while in the cooking there has been biscuits, puff pastry, plain scones, gingerbread and a sponge roll. • The committee wish to extend their thanks to the Press for courtesy in publishing reports each month. 1o Mr. Humphrey as auditor and to all those who have helped in any way during the year. miniature rifle club There was a good attendance at the annual meeting of the Marton Miniature Rifle Club last evening, Mr L. Gordon presiding. The annual report was read and adopted. The following officers were elected: Patron. Mr F. W. Purnell; president, Mr L. Gordon; vice-presidents, Messrs T. Barton, J. Gordon. W. B. Langsron E. C. Haddock. C. Whitford. C. C. McDonald, Ormond Wilson, M.P., and the Rev. P. H. Leonard; the position of secretary was held over; treasurer, Mr A. Brown; club captain. Mr W. Rankin;' vice-captain, Mr A. Clark: handicappers, captain and vice-cap-tain; range officers, Messrs W. Dixon, E. Lewis, F. McConkey. P. Fredericn: markers, A. Brown and A. Taaffe; auditor. Rev. P. H. Leonard; executive, Messrs E. Miller, W. Rankin, R. Lewis, W. Dixon, president, secretary and treasurer. It was decided to hold the opening night on Monday,! March 15, at 7.30 p.m.