HUNTERVILLE

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 80, Issue 66, 19 March 1938, Page 14

HUNTERVILLE

CATHOLIC CHURCH •‘SHOI’” SUCCESSFUL FEFORT To benefit the fund of the Hunterville Catholic Church a "shop day” was held in the premises next Messrs A. H. Sutton’s, Ltd., on Thursday, and as a result of the effort a substantial sum was realised, the produce, needlework, etc., finding ready buyers. Mrs J. Dickie was in charge of the shop, with Mrs J. Scannell, Mrs E. W. Donovan, and Misses Cameron, Quinland and M. Hurley assisting. Two of the competitions were finalised, Mr T. Brunton being the winner of the doll, and Margaret Donovan winning the pumpkin judging, 401b5., the correct weight being 461bs. RANGATIRA GOLF CLUB ANNUAL MEETING The annual general meeting of the Rangatira Golf Club was held in the Town Hall on Tuesday night, Dr. L. M. Burnett presiding. There were twelve members present. The annual report and balance-sheet were read and adopted. The annual report stated: "The past season has been a very successful one, both from the point of view of golf and of finance. The increase in membership has been reflected in the bal-ance-sheet which shows a credit of £l5 over expenditure. The dance which was held in May was a social success and a profit of £8 13s 3d was made. The usual inter-club matches were played during the season and were keenly contested and enjoyed by members. The thanks of the club are due to Mr A. Illston and Mr D. Bartlett for the use of their properties. Mr Bartlett has advised the club that he wishes the agreement for the use of his land to terminate at the end of the coming season. Your committee investigated the possibilities of other properties and asked Mr J. R. Galloway to inspect Mr Illston’s Rata property, but so far he has been unable to carry out our request.” Election of officers for the ensuing year resulted as follows: —Patron, Mi j. Bull; president, Dr. L. M. Burnett; vice-presidents, Messrs B. Illston and E. W. Donovan; hon. secretary and treasurer, Mr E. W. Donovan; captain, Mr H. J. Swainson; vice-captain, Mr F. M. Fisher; committee, Zlessrs J. Scannell, T. J. Taylor, L. J. Thompson and L. Illston; hon. auditor, Mr R. M. S. Jones. A vote of thanks was accorded Mr Jones for auditing the balance-sheet. Resignations from the club were received from Mrs Aidworth, Misses Aidworth, J, Bartlett and Rathie. The following were elected members of the club: Miss Moen, and Messrs Snadden, J. Boswell and T. N. Moon. It was decided that the entrance be waived for the ensuing year. The arrangements for opening day were left to the committee. PERSONAL Alter ten years as president of the Hunterville Football Club, Mr L. K. G. Bull intends retiring from office this year. At last year's annual meeting, much against his wish, Mr Bull was prevailed upon to continue as president and he did this stating that he would definitely make it his last year. With the annual meeting to be held shortly many members were hoping that he would still be willing to "carry on,” but this year Mr Bull is 1 quite definite about his retirement, , and although he will still be a keen follower of the game he cannot see his way clear to undertake the duties of ' president. Friends in Hunterville will receive with pleasure the news that Mrs A. C. Swainson is progressing satisfactorily after undergoing an operation at Palmerston North. Miss Livingston, of Hunterville, has been visiting Wanganui, where she was the guest of her sister, Mrs (Dr.) Howard Christie. G ENERAL Local school pupils who competed at the Rangitikei school sports did not meet with any great success this year, and Hunterville was last on the points ladder. Those competitors who gained Hunterville’s points were as follow: In the girls' section C. Potaka won the 50 yards, for 10-year-olds, and the relay team <C. Potaka, J. Wills, M. Potaka and G. Fairbrother) gained first place. The boys' senior long jump was won by T. Potaka, and Gibbs ran second in the 9-year boys’ 50 yards. TENNIS Last. Wednesday was "ladies’ day” at the local courts, and members of the club and visitors from Silverhope, Rata and Mangaonoho spent an enjoyable day. Doubles were played from early afternoon, and a special afternoon tea was served.