MARTON

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 80, Issue 102, 3 May 1938, Page 10

MARTON

OLD-TIME DANCE AT TUTAENUI The old-time dance, which was held in the Upper Tutaenui Hall on Friday evening attracted a large attendance from far and .ear. Music was supplied by Mr G. Franke and Mr and Mrs J. Berry, whilst Mr V. Christians and J. Middleton supplied extras. The duties of M's.C. were ably carried out by Mr J. Jefferson and Mr E. Gibbs. The Monte Carlos were won by Mr F. Duncan and Mrs G. Franke, ana Mr C. Stafford and Mrs J. Jefferson. The lucky gay gordons were won by Mrs J. Berry and Mr C. Wasson, whilst the statue waltz was won by Miss E. Davidson and partner. There was also cards for the nondancers, which were won by Mrs 11. Gower and Mr P. Miller. The competitions were won by Mr S. Catton (turkey), while Mr Ferer.« won the cake. Dancing continued until the early hours of the morning.

“WAY OUT WEST” LAUREL AND HARDY AT CIVIC I THEATRE “Way Out West” is full of chuckles and guffaws from its opening reel to the final fadeout. You'll roar wheu Stan and Ollie start a flirtation with a fellow passenger on the stage coach only to discover that she is the wife of the sheriff’ You’ll fall out of your seats when you see them do their own version of the modern swing dance! You’ll split your sides when you watch the antics of the burro with, whom they start out on their trek “Way Out West.” Half the time they’re riding the burro and the othe«' half of the time the burro is riding them! To be finally screened at the Civic Theatre to-night (Tuesday). Charles Rogers, Felix Adler an.i James Parrott wrote the screen play of “Way Out West” and James Horne directed. If you thought “The Bohemian Girl” was a laugh ... If you thought “Our Relations” was a howl • . . . wait until you see “Way Out | West.” It’s the laugh panic of the ' year! First Appearance of Dan Foley ; To-morrow (Wednesday) evening. • the golden-voiced Irish tenor, Dau ' Foley, New Zealand’s own John Me- ' Cormack, will make his first appear- ; ance on the stage. This delightful > and popular radio star will sing alt ; the Irish songs and melodies you love I so well, including “Shall My Soul ' Pass Through Ireland,” “Smiling Irish | Eyes,” “Did Your Mother Come From | Ireland?” •'Father O’Flynn,” etc. ! AM Bl LANCE COMPETITIONS AT WANGANUI Three teams from the Marton Ambulance Division journeyed to Wanganui on Saturday to take part in the annual competitions held in Cook’s Gardens. Although the local teams did not win either event they were well up the list and the marks were very close. This year Marton sent i three teams against two teams in other years, and the experience gained, especially by the “Colts” team, will prove an asset to them in their work. The three teams performed exceptionally well throughout lhe competitions and it was with in- ' terest the results were awaited. The Wanganui Centre entertained the visiting teams to afternoon tea and in the evening a social was held. The local teams returned to Marton and most of them attended the Civic Theatre in the evening. The Marton teams were in charge of the superintendent and were as follows: - Marton A. Lewis, Duncan, Cobham, Jones. Marton B. McEwan, Parkinson, Ashton, R. Neilsen. Marton C. Lawson, Neilsen, Worsop. Sharp. The examiners were Drs. Mollie Christie and Dr. K. Christie, of Wanganui. The results were as follows: Challenge Shield. — Wanganui, 85 points, 1; Marton B and Eastown, 81 points equal, 2; Marton C, 79 points, Challenge Cup. Wanganui, 61 points 1; New Plymouth, 60 points, 2; Marton A and Marton C. 57 points equal 3; Marton B, 55 points, 4. MARTON WRESTLING (LIB The annual meeting of members of the Marton Wrestling Club will be held in rhe Marton Jockey Club’s rooms at 8 o’clock this (Tuesday) evening, when the annual report and balance-sheet will be presented, and the election of officers and general business will be transacted. EATE MR. W. KINGHAM There passed away at his residence, Harris Street, Marton, on April 20, Mr. William Kingham. a man held in great respect by all whb knew him. and whose cheerfulness under trying circumstances was often remarked upon. The late Mr. Kingham was born ; n Barking. London, in 1888. and came to New Zealand 30 years ago. He joined the Main Body of Expeditionary Forces in August, 1914, leaving from Marton for Awapuni Camp, later going to Gallipoli in April, 1915, and served with the New Zealand Forces for over four and a half years. He returned to Marton in May, 1919. During the Gallipoli campaign he was injured in the explosion of a mine, the effect of which left him paralysed for three weeks. Later he returned to the firing line. In later years it was discovered that his spine had been injured and for the past ten years he had been confined to his i home. The funeral took place on April 22, six Main Body men acting as pallbearers. The services at the house and graveside were conducted by Revs. W. Raine and W. B. Cuming. The casket was draped with the Union Jack and the number of beautiful floral emblems gave marked evidence of the feelings of his many friends—soldier and otherwise. The late Mr. Kingham’s father and t-yo brothers reside in America. In . his home at Marton his wife and

daughter and two sons are left to mourn their loss. On Sunday evening following the funeral, an in memorial service was held in the local Methodist Church, when a la,rge number of returned soldiers and friends paid their last tribute to one who has gone into the westering sun. to the God in whom he always maintained a glorious faith. HAWKESTONE LADIES’ GOLF A bogey match will be played to-day (Tuesday). The following is the No. 3 Tee. Mrs. Franke v. Mrs. Williams; Mrs. Winchcombe v. Miss Butler; Mrs. Ball v. Mrs. Murrow; Mrs. McChesney v. Mrs. Kendrick. No. 1 Tee. —Mrs. Wilson and Miss I.orrimer; Mrs. Grade v. Miss Robins; Mrs. Frederick v. Mrs. Walsh; Mrs. Hempieman v. Mrs. Thomson; Mrs. Fogclberg v. Miss O. Williams! Mrs. Parkes v. Miss Slight; Mrs. Shields v. Mrs. Simcox: Miss B. Cummins v. Miss Lav.; Miss McDonald v. scorer: Miss F. Poppe v. Miss Parkes; Miss Lound v. scorer: Miss M. Cummins v. Miss Staples; Miss B. McDonald v. scorer. Last week's best scores were: Miss B. Cummins, 104 27—77; Mrs. Frederick. 112 32 80; Mrs. Williams. 103—23—80. Miss Hunt returned the best junior TUTAENUI BRANCH W.D.F.U. SUCCESSFUL DANCE HELD A dance was held in the Tutaenui Hall on Friday evening, sponsored by the junior members of the Tutaenui 1 branch of the W.D.F.U., the object being to raise funds for defraying expenses in connection with sending ten girls to the Educational Week in Palmerston North this month. Although the night was wet it is understood that the attendance was a record and the financial result exceeded all expectations. HUNTING MEET HELD AT CARSON’S CORNER Another good day’s sport was enjoyed by members of the Rangitikei Hunt Club on Saturday, when hounds threw off at Carson's corner, the junction of the Pukepapa and Bulls-Tura-kina roads. The country was in good order and conditions very pleasant for hunting. The pack worked well over a considerable amount of country, in particular putting up a great performance in pursuit of one hare for several miles. Unluckily some big patches of gorse proved puss’ salvation and hounds were deprived of what would have been a well-earned reward. There were several other short runs, but none of them ended in a kill. A pleasant surprise awaited followers of the hunt on their return to the starting point, where Mrs. W. W. Wilson had a delicious afternoon tea prepared by the roadside. Those following included Deputymasters F. McLean on Peter's Pie, W. W. Wilson on Zip, W. P. Briant on Glenleven, Hon. Whip R. K. Simpson on Laughing Lad, Huntsman Goodwin on Bonus. Miss A. Carey on Te Rangitumau. Miss M. Marshall on Hymgreat, Messrs. J. Dick on Earl of .Ashlea, E. Duncan on Miss Isabel, K. Duncan on Otairi Lad, G. Briant on Sunrise, F. Dexter on Marminga, L. T. McLean on Rocket, H. Lourie on Centaurus, P. Sutton on Miss Pango, Chas. Simpson on Blue Peter, Bob Simpson on Hine, C. Varley on Croydon, G. Hamish Wilson on Tally-Ho, Connors on All Spirit. HOCKEY TOURNEY DRAW FOR TO-MORROW The following is the draw for the seven-a-side hockey tournament to be held on Marton Park to-morrow for the Linkfield Rosebowl, play to commence at 1.30 p.m.:— United B v. Kia Ora A, 1.30 p.m.; United A v. Kia Ora B. 1.45 p.m.; Halcombe A v. United B, 2 p.m.; Halcombe B v. Kia Ora A, 2.15 p.m.; United A v. Halcombe A, 2.30 p.m.; Kia Ora B v. United B, 2.45 p.m.; Halcombe B v. United A, 3 p.m.; Kia Ora A v. Halcombe A, 3.15 p.m.; Kia Ora B v. Halcombe B, 3.30 p.m.; Kia Ora A v. United A, 3.45 p.m.: Halcombe A v. Kia Ora B, 4 p.m.; United B v. Halcombe B, 4.15 p.m. Players are to be on the ground no later than 1.15 p.m.