MARTON

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 80, Issue 146, 22 June 1937, Page 3

MARTON

MARTON HARRIERS WHISTLE RUN HELD A whistle run was held on Saturday over a course of 6. miles. Tiie going w'as hard, owing to the heaviness of the ground. A run-in was held, M. Gritlin being lirst home, followed by M. Hunt, about 10 yards behind. A. AND P. ASSOCIATION CORONATION BALL Arrangements in connection with the Coronation Ball to be held in the Civic Theatre, Marton, on Friday evening next, June 25, under the auspices of the Marton A. and P. Association have been finalised and there is every indication of this popular function being a great success. Vin sen s Ambassadors novelty dance band will render a first-class programme of the latest and brightest dance music, introducing a number of novelties. The Midnight Revellers Orchestra will assist by playing the music for the extras, so that the dance music should be a feature of the function. The ladies' committee, which meets today (Tuesday) at 2.30, is in charge of the supper and decorations, reports good progress. The prices of admission are: Double ticket 10s, gents 7s 6d, extra lady ss.

■ A SERIOUS INDICTMENT AND PRESENTATION Quite a novel ceremony took place at the Rangitikei County Council’s offices on Saturday afternoon, when Mr. W. S. Taylor, who has been 71 years on the engineering staff of the council, and has now accepted an appointment with W. Stevenson and Son, of Hastings, was brought before Messrs. S. A. R. Mairs and H. H. Richardson, J's.P., and charged with desertion. The prisoner was brought before the Bench between two guards with drawn swords. In addressing the Court Mr. Mairs stated that he had an unpleasant duty to perform in charging the prisoner with desertion and going over to their arch enemies—the contractors. As a member of the staff for a number of years the prisoner had carried out a number of duties in the secret service quite successfully.

Mr. H. H. Richardson stated that the evidence in the case was very strong, and he had documentary evidence to the effect that the prisoner was a deserter and there were no rereaming features. They were, however, prepared to condone the offence and let by-gones be by-gones, and he wished the prisoner every success in his new job. Mr. Marshall-Smith, as a member of the engineering staff, said that he sympathised with the prisoner, who had a strong argument in his favour. They had worked well together and he wished him success in his new position.

Mr. Mair: “Private Taylor, the Court has listened very attentively to the evidence and before pronouncing sentence would like to know if you have anything to say.” (“No Sir.’’).

Referring to Mr. Richardson’s eloquent address, it appeared that the prisoner’s services had been very able and fraternal over a numbers of years. The Court therefore would condone the offence and wish him every success and he hoped that the enemy would treat him just as well as they had. The council recognised the prisoner’s good services and in making him a presentation of a chiming clock, suitably engraved, hoped that the occasion would remind him in the future of his connection with the Rangitikei County Council.” Mr. Richardson, on behalf of the council staff referred to the cordial co-operation in which the two staffs had worked together, and wished Mr. and Mrs. Taylor every happiness and success in their new sphere, and that the memento would be a reminder of his happy association with the Rangitikei County Council.

Mr. Taylor, in reply to the verdict of the Court, stated that one of his hobbies was not as a speaker. He appreciated the good fellowship that had always existed during his 71 years’ service with the council. Mr. Mair could not have been more helpful and instead of being a gaoler he was more of a father, and he appreciated his help very much. He was sure that wherever he was imprisoned he could not meet a better lot of warders. With regard to the lady members of the staff, they had been helpful in making his sentence lighter to bear, especially in the extra work involved in removing the engineer’s office. His fellow employees had always been gracious and it was a pleasure to work with them. Mrs. Taylor and himself would never forget the kind expressions that had accompanied the presentation, which they would always treasure. (Applause). The Court then adjourned for refreshments. MARTON LADIES’ GOLF CLUB The following is the draw for the metal match to be played to-day. Miss Fullerton-Smith has kindlv donated a trophy: No. 1 Tee.—Mrs. Baxter v. Miss Openshaw, Miss M. Cockburn v. Mrs. Potaka, Miss J. Baxter v. Mrs. Rathbone, Miss Fitzherbert v. Mrs. Dudding, Mrs. Gower v. Miss FullertonSmith, Mrs. Cockran v. Mrs. Mclntyre, Miss J. Fullerton-Smith v. Miss N. Simpson.

No. 7 Tee.—Mrs. Leonard and Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Whitford v. Mrs. Beetham, Mrs. Harris v. Mrs. Caithness, Mrs. McDonald v. Mrs. Barrett, Mrs. Christensen v. Miss SherrifL Miss L. Cockburn v. Miss M. Galpin, Miss Mutes v. Miss Beckett, Miss Cockran v. Mrs. Grant, Mrs. Glasgow v. Mrs. Mogridge, Mrs. Taylor v. Mrs. Church, Mrs. Marshall v. Mrs. Stanford, Mrs. Holdaway v. scorer.

No. 1 Tee.—Mrs. Bush v. Miss Galpin, Miss Mogridge v. Miss Beechey. The result of Inst week’s stableforri

bogey was: Mrs. Potaka 35, Mrs. Smith 29, Miss Meckett 28, Miss Miles 28, Miss Baxter 28. Miss Meechey returned the best junior card. J LATOR REPRESEA TATTV ES RANGITIKEI v. TE KAWAU The Rangitikei junior selector (Mr. G. Coleman) has selected the following team to represent Rangitikei against Te Kawau at Bulls on Wednesday, June 30:— Full-back: Gibson (Halcombe). Three-quarters: Lane (Turakina), L. Moss (O.B.), H. Casey (Turakina). five-eighths: J. Illston (Hunterville) capt., P. Williams (O.B.). Half-back: K. Gatrell (O.B.). Forwards: Signal (Halcombe), Stantia.ll (Bulls), Death (O.B.), Glasgow (Turakina), Langdon (Bulls), Lee (Hunterville), Carthy (Bulls), Gordon (Hunterville). Reserves: M. Bartlett (Hunterville) and Rewai (Halcombe). The team is the same as that selected to play against Taihapc at Marton a fortnight ago. SUCCESSFUL. STEER RIDERS The steer riding competition at the Manawatu National Dairy Show yesterday resulted as follows: C. O’Connell (Tataramoa) 1, B. Blunden (Marton) 2, W. McLean (Marton), 3, L. McLean (Marton) 4. There were 39 competitors.

LADIES’ HOCKEY The following are the fixtures for the Rangitikei ladies’ hockey competition to-morrow:— Tutaenui v. United, at Marton. (Referees, Messrs R. Searancke and A. Blair). Halcombe v. Kia Ora, at Halcombe. (Rev. W. B. Cuming and Mr A. Gracie). “ONCE A DOCTOR” AT CIVIC THEATRE TO-NIGHT Dealing with the heroic efforts of a young physician to rehabilitate himself after he has been unjustly stripped of his reputation and driven from practice, “Once a Doctor,” heralded as one of the most thrilling melodramas of the year, comes from the First National studios to the Civic Theatre to-night and to-morrow. Donald Woods, who was so excellent in “Anthony Adverse,” plays the doctor. Jean Muir, for the first time a “glamour girl,” is the feminine influence that helps him in his struggle and crowns his victory. Miss Muir and Woods—together for the first time since “As the Earth Turns," which was made three years ago—are supported by such able and popular players as Gordon Oliver, Gordon Hart, Henry Kolker, Louise Stanley, David Carlyle, Harlan Tucker, and Joseph King. The climax of “Once a Doctor” is the transfer from a tramp steamer to a gorgeous yacht, in midojean, at the height of a terrific storm, of the young and persecuted surgeon so that he may perform an operation that saves the life of his benefactor. These scenes are said to be thrilling in the extreme.

ALLEGED INDECENT ASSAULT

At the Wellington Supreme Court, presided over by Judge Ostler, John Beattie, aged 24, blacksmith and labourer, was sentenced to two years' hard labour for indecent assault on a girl aged 9 years at Marton. WRESTLING BOUT AT MARTON. Advice has been received by the Rangitikei Wrestling Ciub from the secretary of the Wrestling Association that arrangements have been made for the appearance of the two professional wrestlers Matros Kirilenko (Russia) and Hal Rumberg (U.S.A.), at the Civic Theatre, Marton, on Tuesday, June 29. Full particulars will be published later. HAWKESTONE GOLF CLUB. The following is the draw for the ladies’ foursome to be played on the Hawkestone golf links this afternoon commencing at 1.30 o'clock:— Mrs. McChesney and Mrs. Thomson v. Mrs. McLean and Miss Robins; Mrs. Murrow and Mrs. Kendrick v. Mrs. Franke and Mrs. Walsh; Mrs. Wilson and Miss Strawbridge v. Mrs. Ball and Miss Lorimer; Mrs. Frederick and Mrs. Hempieman v. Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Hunter; Mrs. Gracie and Mrs. Parkes v. Miss Broughton and Miss Slight; Mrs. Spencer v. Mrs. Simons. Saturday Players. Miss Williams and Miss M. Cummins v. Miss Hunt and Miss Gracie; Miss M. Hunter and Miss Cartwright v. Miss Rush and Miss Staples. Last week’s L.G.U. match, which was postponed, will be played to-day. Last week’s result:—Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Ball tied for the bogey competitions. POREWA WOMEN’S INSTITUTE. The Porewa Women's Institute held its June meeting at the home of Mrs. H. F. Cockburn on the 17th. After “Comrades and Friends” and the Aspirations, Mrs. Carpenter welcomed all present and wished them a happy afternoon. A visitor was present from Taumarunui. Apologies were received from Mrs. Lovelock, Mrs. Whale and Miss G. Whale.

There was very little correspondence to deal with.

It was decided to alter the competition for August from the best collection of flowers to the best bloom in my garden. An interesting nursery rhyme competition was won by Miss M. Cockburn.

Mrs. Connell, a member of the Marton Junction W.1., gave a very interesting demonstration on the making of cushions, for which a hearty vote of thanks was passed. A dainty afternoon tea was served by the hostesses Misses M. and L. Cockburn and Mrs. Frederick, The president thanked Mrs, Cockburn for the use of her home and the meeting was closed with the National Anthem. GENERAL NEWS. Mr. E. A, Theed, Okoia, advertises guaranted noisy huntaway pups, dogs, at £2 10s and bitches at 355. The Rangitikei County Council meets on July 1. MARTON BOROUGH COUNCIL The Marton Borough Council met on Monday evening. The Mayor (Mr F. Purnell) presided over Crs. T. Barton, A. Honeyman, W. B. Langston, K. A. Williams, W. J. Mogridge, and Mr C C. McDonald (town clerk). A circular letter was read from the Commissioner of Transport, relative to road safety, submitting statistical records of road accidents occurring within a period of eleven weeks, stating that local authorities should instruct their officers to devote particular attention to the more frequent causes of accidents and when taking prosecutions to bring the results of these breaches before the notice of the Court.—Received. A circular letter was read from the Public Works Department, stating that owing to present commitments it will be unable to approve any material increase in the present mileage of highways and any increases will require to have the recommendation of District Highways Councils as being of special merit; such as short extensions or connecting links which have increased in importance on account of recent substantial growth in traffic, and forwarding particulars of procedure.—Application to be made that Henderson's Line be taken in.

The engineer of the Rangitikei County Council wrote with reference to the proposed heating of the new county buildings, advising that central heating will be used.—Received. Application from F. Brennecke for transfer of the billiard licence iw’-i

s°. Patchin 8 in respect of premises situated in Broadway.—Granted subject to the usual police report being satisfactory. P Notice was received from J. Miscall that a septic tank has been installed on his property at 3 Canteen StreetGranted relief from sewerage rates. A statement was received from the honorary secretary, Marton Clothing Committee, now disbanded, refunding the sum of £l3 5s 3d to the Mayor’s Relist Fund.—Balance-sheet, as presented, was accepted and a vote of to the municipal employees’ dispute.— Manager of the State Advances Corporation advising that the corporation is prepared to advance £l5OO at 3i per cent, for a term of 15 years repayable on a table basis, and advising that interest on the new loan monies will commence on July 1, 1937.—Decided to accept the terms.

The secretary of the Local Government Loans Board, forwarding its consent to the raising of a renewal loan of £l5OO with the conditions of sanction attached.—Left to the Mayor to make further negotiations. Town clerk’s report on’ a conference of local bodies held at Palmerston North on the 10th. inst. relative to the municipal employees dispute.— Received. Wanganui Hospital Board, forwarding approved estimates for the current year with particulars of the levies payable by the contributing local bodies.—Received. Works Committee The Works Committee report was adopted, as follows:—Waterworks: That a contract be entered into with Mr Lovell at a total annual cost to the council not to exceed £228 16s. That the council endeavour to purchase the cottage at present owned by the Marton Dairy Company at a price. That the necessary repairs be made to the cottage at an approximate cost of £5O, and that a weekly rental of 10s be charged the occupier. That one horse and dray be disposed of. Tar-sealing: Henderson’s Line from Pukepapa Road to first culvert, £5O: Harris Street, continuation of sealing to Pukepapa Road, 24 chains, £144; Cubbabballa Street, continuation of sealing to Pukepapa Road, 24 chains, £144. —Total, £338. Footpaths: Bond Street, form kerb and channel Broadway to Queen Street, 20 chains, £200; Signal Street, kerb and channel Broadway to Maunder Street, 5 chains, £3O; Follett Street, channeling 8 chains, £24; total, £254. Extra wages involved would not be a very big item, probably about £5O a year, which will be offset by a very valuable asset of the tree plantation being preserved, and guaranteeing constant supervision to the borough’s most valuable asset, the water supply.