MARTON

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 80, Issue 253, 25 October 1937, Page 10

MARTON

CRICKET With a prophecy of line weather cricketers should experience a better season than that provided last year. Although there are no overseas teams visiting the Dominion, interest will centre in the performanese of the New Zealand cricketers in Australia on their homeward journey from England, and later on their displays when they return to the Dominion. Rangitikei has a varied programme ahead, the more important fixture being the Hawke Cup elimination fixture, the draw for which has not yet been announced. Club matches, too, are expected to hold interest, and with Marton out again to conquer the district, their form will be watched with the closest of scrutiny.

The country cricket ground at the present time is in perfect order and when the season opens on Saturday week, the wickets should favour the batsmen. The recent line weather has left the ground very fast. Last Wednesday the Old Boys’ Cricket Club indulged in a useful practice at the nets, with the object of sighting the ball and getting a feel of the willow. The nine members who turned out were very pleased with the showing. COMING-OF-AGE PARTY MR. DOUGLAS BRIGHTWELL GUEST OF HONOUR A very happy function was the general opinion of the 100 odd guests who attended the coming-of-age party to Mr. Douglas Brightwell, second son of Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Brightwell, Tura-kina-Bulls Road, Marton, at Mr. G. Frankes woolshed, Makirikiri on Thursday evening. Mr. Brightwell was the recipient of the warmest congratulations throughout the evening, and the enthusiasm that attended his “toast” testified to the popularity of the guest of honour. Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Brightwell received their guests at the door, Mrs. Brightwell wearing a black lace and georgette frock. The woolshed was of the cosiest nature and the glassy floor a credit to those responsible. Greenery adorned the walls, while interwoven between the leaves were many colourful flowers. A roofing of multi-coloured streamers added effectively to the decorations. The programme included dancing and competitions and was of the happiest nature. Music for the dancing was provided per medium of the piano, violin and accordion. The many guests, who brought with them interesting gifts as tokens of their esteem and interest in the memorable occasion, came from Dannevirke, Eltham, Bulls, Halcombe, Putorino, Turakina and Marton. The gifts were displayed on a table at the far end of the shed, while adjacent to them was a handsome birthday cake. The distribution of hats, streamers and blowers during the evening gave a touch of carnival spirit. Competitions and novelties were won by the following: “Find the Advertisement,” Mr. E. Morrison and Miss V. Blunden (Halcombe); Monte Carlo streamer waltz, Mr. Frank Jones and Miss M. Lound; lucky Gay Gordons, Mr. M. Brightwell and Miss F. Poope; statue waltz, Mr. Lon Cleaver and Mrs. L. McLean. Amusing recitations were given by Miss I Vera Davis (Eltham), “The Safety' Pin” and “Especially Jim.” A delicious supper was dispensed midway through the evening. In proposing the toast of the guest, Mr. D. Franke congratulated him on attaining his majority and wished him every success in future life. In reply Mr. D. Brightwell thanked all for lheir patronage and beautiful gifts. He gave special thanks to those responsible for the enjoyable evening. A large key was presented to Douglas by his father. The toast of the parents was pro-1

posed by Mr. D. Mrightwell and responded to by Mr. H. P. Brightwell. Dancing continued till the early hours of the morning, terminating with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.” MARTON LADIES’ GOLF Following is the draw for a fourclub match to be played to-morrow (Tuesday) for Miss Lambert’s trophy and a medal match: — No. 1 Tee.—Mrs Taylor v. Mrs Glasgow, Miss Cochran v. Mrs Marshall, Miss J. Fullerton-Smith v. Mrs Church; .Miss Openshaw v. Mrs Palmer; Mrs Stanford v.-Mrs McLean; Mrs Whitford v. Mrs Barrett; Mrs Mogridge v. Miss L. Cockburn, Miss Sherri f£ v. Mrs Dudding. No. 7 Tee.—Miss Simpson v. Mrs Beetham, Mrs Caithness v. Miss Ful-lerton-Smith, Mrs Grut v. Mrs Sladden, Miss M. Cockburn v. Miss M. Galpin, Mrs Cochran v. Mrs Gower, Miss Fitzherbert v. Mrs Potaka, Mrs Baxter v. Mrs McDonald, Miss J. Baxter v. Mrs McFarlane, Mrs Smith v. Miss Bcechcy, Miss Beckett v. Mrs Christensen, Mrs Rathbone v. scorer. No. 1 Tec. —Mrs Furrie v. Miss Galpin. Results of the medal match played last week are as under:— Silver meaalisls: Mrs Grut, 83-15-GS; Miss Openshaw, 82-10-72; Mrs Glasgow, 91-16-75; Mrs Stanford, 92- Miss J. Fullerton-Smith, 88-9-79. Bronze medalists: Mrs McLean, 93- Mrs Barrett, 94-19-75; 'Mrs Baxter, 95-19-76; Miss Fitzherbert, 100-23-77; Miss L. Cockburn, 98-19-79; .Miss Fullerton-Smith, 103-24-79. Results of sealed orders match for Mrs Whitford’s trophy, played last week: Mrs Grut 52, Mrs McLean 55, Miss Openshaw 56, Mrs Baxter 57, Mrs Glasgow 57, Mrs Barrett 57. Miss J. Galpin returned the best junior carl. GIPSY BALL AT MARTON GAY ENTERTAINMENT The Civic Theatre at Marton was the rendezvous of much gaiety last Friday evening, the occasion being the annual gipsy ball held under the auspices of the Rangitikei branch of ■ the Wanganui Collegiate School Old Boys’ Association and the Rangitikei Cricket Association. Although the attendance was not as large as it has been in previous years, ' owing no doubt to counter-attractions, the 1 unction was most enjoyable, those present entering into the carefree spirit, as enjoyed by the Nomads of the world. Many fancy costumes were in evidence, the frocking of the ladies being especially picturesque. Mrs A. C. Birch, as a “Gibson Girl," was adjudged the winner of the ladies’ best fancy costume, and Mr McLean, as a “Spanish Cavalier” annexed the prize lor the best gentleman’s costume. Fred Gedson and his Aces were in fine fettle, and supplied an excellent programme of music, the items being insistently encored. The stage was a typical gipsy setting, a line of gaily coloured articles of gipsy dress hanging amongst bushes of bright golden broome, whilst the supper-room was decorated with large bowls of van-coloured broome, the table decorations being carried out in bright spring blooms in red bowls. Misses L. and M. Cook were responsible for the artistic arrangement of the supper-room. The tables were laden with dainties and savouries, and thanks are due to the indefatigable band of lady helpers who were responsible for this department. The ladies on the committee comprised Mesdames G. G. Oliver, P. J. Christensen, H. F. Arkwright, R. A. Church, R. K. Simpson, E. H. Simpson, C. A. Tidy, H. R. Gaisford, H. F. Low, Dudley Willis and Misses L. and M. Cook, J. Openshaw and K. Gibson. The extras were played by Messrs P. Fullerton, T. Husband, *and J. Den bow. W.D.F.U. BONNY GLEN—SOUTH MAKIRIKIRI BRANCH On Wednesday, September 15 the Bonny Glen-South Makirikiri branch of the W.D.F.U. had a very interesting and well attended meeting, which opened with the Creed, followed by the usual business. Apologies were received from Mrs Ron. Nitschke and Miss Nitschke. A motion of sympathy was passed in silence in memory of the late Mrs M. Collinson. Mrs W. Gibson gave a very interesting demonstration of tinsel paper work and showed some beautiful sample of the work. The competition for a madiera cake was well competed for, and those winning places were Mrs McDougal 1, Mrs G. Wilhelm 2, Mrs Schwarz 3. The next meeting to be held is on November 10, at the residence of Mrs G. Wilhlem, for which Mesdames G. Wilhelm, H. Gudopp, Gow, Knox and McDougall will act as hostesses. The competition is to be a sultana cake. MARTON DISTRICT NURSE LEAGUE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The annual general meeting of the Marton District Nurse League was held on Friday afternoon, His Worship the Mayor presiding over Mrs F. Purnell (president), Mrs Lewis, Mrs Gabites, Mrs G. Lampp, Mrs F. Hempieman, Mrs T. Barton and Mrs Bill ihon. sec. and treasurer). The report and balance-sheet were read and adopted. Election of officers: President, Mrs F. Purnell; vice-presidents, Mrs Gower and Mrs Bill; secretary and treasurer, Mirs T. Barton; committee, Mrs Lewis, Mrs Gabites, Mrs Lampp, • Mrs Hempieman. Miss Ladley, Miss Meads (Rata), Mrs R. Mackay and Mrs L. Anderson (Bulls), Mirs Sisson (Turakina), Mrs J. Brice (Fern Flats)', and Mrs Oliver (Upper Tutaenui).

A vote of sympathy is to be sent to Mrs Gower, who has been ill, but is making a good recovery. A very hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mrs A. H. Bill for her splendid services for some fifteen years as secretary and treasurer to the committee. All members present paid tribute to Mrs Bill and her won-

derful efforts over a long period, and pleasure was expressed that as vicepresident she would be able to continue to materially help the league. PERSONAL Miss Belinda Bright, Eastbourne, Wellington, was a visitor to Marton for the gipsy ball on Friday evening last. Miss Bright is th? guest of Mr and Mrs L. Duckworth, Tutaenui, Marton. Miss Audrey Barker, Taumarunui, is spending the week-end at Mr and Mrs E. Openshaw's, Milne Street, Marton. THE CIVIC THEATRE “THE GO-GETTER" That irascible but lovable old seafaring character created by Peter B. Kyne—Cappy Kicks —comes to life on the screen in the Warner Bros. Cosmopolitan comedy-drama, “The GoGetter,” which is screening to-night only in the Civic Theatre. Charles Winninger, well remembered as Cap’n Andy of both stage and screen versions of “Show Boat,” plays Cappy in this delightful movie. He isn’t the “go-getter.” That individual is the tall, handsome Irish star George Brent, who is in love with Cappys daughter, portrayed by the lovely blonde star, Anita Louise. George and Anita carry the romantic interest of the show. But neither —nor both —can steal away the audience’s affection for old Cappy. It is an exceptionally well balance cast that portrays this famous yarn of Mr Kyne’s. Apart from the starring trio, there are such players as Henry O’Neil, John Eldredge, Joseph Crehan, Gordon Oliver, Eddie Aculf, Herbert Rawlinson, Mary Treen, Helen Lowell, Helen Valkis and Minerva Urecal. MARTON BOWLING CLUB The following were the results of the matches played on the Marton Bowling Club’s greens on Saturday afternoon:— Playle, Aitken, Marr, Tapp 30, v. Mannah, Rubey, Hamer, Brabyn 10. McGregor, Todd, Brown, Morrison 21, v. Humphries, Whitfield, Mclndoe, Marshall 18. Winchcombe, Hempieman, Lawry, Rayner 15, v. Smythe, Healey, Ferens, Cuming 14. TENNIS CLUB SEASON OFFICIALLY OPENED The Marton Lawn Tennis Club's 1937-38 season was officially opened on Saturday afternoon in perfect weather conditions. The courts were in excellent condition and reflected credit on the work carried out by the grounds committee during recent weeks. In opening the season, the president (Mr. M. C. Fenwicke) said: “In the first place, 1 wish to offer a warm welcome to those of you who are visiI tors or new members. As to the former I hope you will enjoy your afternoon with us and as to the latter I hope your stay with us will both long and enjoyable and that you will make full use of the facilities available.

“The work of our groundsman, Mr. Whitcombe, and his temporary assistant, must not be overlooked, and 1 think you will agree that they have done tneir respective jobs well. “At the general meeting 1 mentioned that it was intended to present two prizes for last season’s competitions to-day. On further thought it was considered advisable to wait till the unfinished competitions have been completed. It is hoped there will be no undue delay over this.

“I wish to draw your attention to the fact that at the general meetin ,r it was decided that in some of the competitions that unless a certain number of entries were received the events would not be played. It now rests with members as to whether these events will be played or not “In conclusion, I hope the elements will be much kinder Jo you this year and that you will an have an enjoyable season."

During the afternoon tea was served to the players and visitors.