MARION

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 80, Issue 103, 4 May 1938, Page 10

MARION

* I MARTON CROQUET CLUB. The official closing of the Marton Croquet Club season was held last Thursday afternoon. Due mainly to the cold weather prevailing and dampness underfoot, the attendance was not as large as usual. Several visitors were present. During the course of the afternoon, Mrs. F. A. Hempieman, president, congratulated the trophy winners, and thanked members for their help and co-operation extended to her during the season. The trophy winners were: Rose Bowl: Mrs. A. Mclndoe; runner-up, Mrs. F. Williams. T Thompson Cup: Mrs. E. E. Barton; runner-up, Mrs. L. Smith. B Ladder; Mrs. T. E. Barton; runner-up, Mrs. H. Shields. Buttons: Mrs. F. Williams and Miss Quittenden; Yankee: Mrs. Williams; runner-up. Mrs. A. Mclndoe. During the day various competitions were played, the winners being: Skittles: Mrs. W. Chase. Duchess set: Mrs. O. Brabyn. Clock: Mrs. 1 , Black (Kali Kati). Ladder; Missire-; [land (Oamaru). Basin: Miss Ireland' I (Oamaru). Dressed fowl: Mrs. Rob-j inson (Napier). THE WRESTLING CLUB Mr. K. H. Fowler presided over a full attendance of members of the Marton Wrestling Club on Tuesday evening. The annual report stated:--During the season only two bouts were held, the first being a financial success and the second, although a good bout, was not very well patronised, the financial result being poor. However, despite the setback, the finances of the club are in a sound condition. The season commenced with a credit balance of £29 2s id and from this and the percentages from the bouts held the club has purchased two mats, ring posts and rope holders, timber for seats and also discharged all other club liabilities, to finish the sea- ; son with a credit balance of £l7 6s 6d. The thanks of the club are due to the secretary and treasurer for the capable and efficient manner in which they have discharged their duties to ' the club. Your committee also wishes to thank Mr, J. H. .Jensen for the splendid work done by him and his team during the season in erecting the ring. I and also Messrs. Bland and Shields and their many willing assistants as ■doorkeepers, etc., thus assisting in the ■ smooth running of the bouts held durling the season, i In conclusion, we trust that the • 1935-39 season will be a most successI ful one and that members will once , again rally round and give all the as- | sistance necessary for the harmonious working of the club. The chairman, in moving the adoption of the report and balance-sheet, stated that during the last season a good deal of time had been wasted in arranging the bouts, and owing to the lateness of the decisive dates being settled, insufficient time was left to advertise the matches. He hoped that during the present season they would be more successful in arranging bouts which would be of interest j to wrestling fans. The report and balance-sheet were I adopted. I The election of officers resulted: i Patron, Mr W. E. Simpson; president, iMr K. H. Fowler; vice-presidents, Messrs C. Aitken, J. Jensen, H. Sheild land R. Bland; secretary, Mr R. L. I Gill; treasurer, Mr J. Clarke; com- ■ mittee, Messrs H. Dawbin, R. Rivets, J. Jefterson. W. Jackson, N. Cairncross, R. Kennedy. C. Jensen, JFowler, W. Webb, J. Morris and two more to be appointed; match committee, president, secretary and Mr R. Bland; executive commiltee, Messis H. Sheild, J. Clark, W. Jackson and R. Rivers. Referring to starting a wrestling training school the chairman stated that this had not been possible last year on account of the club not being able to obtain a suitable room. Mr C. Aitken had informed him that the club could have the use of his barn tor that purpose, and there would be no rental charged. Mr Aitken's offer was accepted will; thanks, and a sub-committee consisting of Messrs N. Cairncross, H. Sheild, R. Kennedy and the secretary were appointed to make inquiries and report at the next meeting. Honoraria of £4 4s were voted to the secretary and treasurer. AT THE CIVIC THEATRE “THE SPY RING" A thrilling spy story, its background the national capitol at Washington, D.C., and an army post at Monterey, Calif., Universal’s "The j Spy Ring.’’ with William Hall and •Jane Wyman in the featured roles, conies to-night to the Civic Theatre. The story of the efforts of a group of clever international spies, headed by Jane Carleton and Leon Antes, to steal from the United States army a valuable new invention. The invention is a simple “gadget’’ that instantly converts any machine gun into an antiaircraft device. The story reaches a surprising climax following the mysterious deaths of an army officer and a spy. First Appearance of Dan Foley This (Wednesday) evening, the gol- . den-voiced Irish tenor, Dan Foley, New Zealand’s ow n John McCormack, will make his first appearance on the stage. This delightful and popular radio star will sing all the Irish songs and melodies you love so well, including “Shall My Soul Pass Through i Ireland.” “Smiling Irish Eyes.” “Did 'four Mother Come From Ireland?" Father O'Flynn,” etc.

MARTON CHRYSANTHEMUM SHOW OPENS ON THURSDAY Under the auspices of the St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Marton, the chrysanthemum, flower and vegetable show takes place to-morrow (Thursday) and Friday of this week in the Civic Theatre. Those who have not already done so are asked to obtain their schedules from the secretary, Mr. W. Brown. There will be numerous stalls from -which to make purchases. Each evening special entertainments will be given. Prior to the opening of the show on Thursdav

evening, the Feilding Pipe Band will parade through Broadway. The concert programme will consist of band items and highland dancing. A party cf Wanganui entertainers and pupils from the Maori Girls’ College will assist. MINIATURE RIFLE SHOOTING The Marton Miniature Rifle Club had a good muster on Monday night. Shooting has not improved as much as it should but there is still plenty of time to improve before the competitions start. Scores were as follow:—E. Livingstone. 67. 67. 134; W. Rankin, 67, 67, 134; P. Thorby, 61. 69, 133; C. Cockburn, 65, 67, 132; F. McConkey, 65, 66, 131; A. Taaffe, 68, 63, 131; R. Hammond, 66, 65, 131; R. White, 66, 64, 130; W. Shepherd, 65, 65, 130; E. Miller. 64, 64, 128; A. Clark, 64, 63, 127; R. Lewis, 62, 64, 126; P. Friedrich, 59, 65, 124; D. Hamer, 64. 58, 122; J. Emmerson, 61. 59, 120; J. Warren, 53, 65, 118; C. Hamer, 57, 58, 115; J. Piterson, 59, 56, 115; B. Kendall, 55, 57, 112; E. Warren. 61, 56, 111; J. Morris, 56. 53, 109; R. Emmerson, 53, 56, 109; L. Smith, 52, 55, 107; H. Stewart, 52, 55, 107; C. Baines, 51, 34, 105; D. Gray, 50, 53, 103; J. Simcox, 52, 51, 103. OPENING OF SHOOTING SEASON I NOT UP TO LAST YEAR S BAGS Sport in Rangitikei was not up to the standard of last year, which was exceptional. Owing to the drought in Hawke’s Bay, ducks were driven westward, many migrating to Rangitikei, and consequently most, of the ducks shot were of Hawke’s Bay origin. The weather conditions on Monday were against duck-shooting. That experienced during the early part of the week would have been more acceptable to men who out before daylight with dog or gun. Most people would declare it an ideal day with just a touch of winter snap, but the sportsmen who look forward to a limit bag of ducks on the opening day of the shooting season prefer stormy conditions with rain, for then the ducks fly low and are more likely to be taken unawares. This is the first tim? for several years that pukeko has been included in the game and good bags have been reported. To show just how scarce ducks were, over 100 ducks were obtained on Smith Bros.’ lake last year, but this year with 11 guns 28 ducks were shot. Limit bags were secured on Soler Bros.’ lakes. Details of th? shooting in Rangitikei wereSmith Bros.’ lakes, It guns, 28 ducks. Whisker’s lake, 5 guns, 73 ducks. Heaton Park (nursery and homr lakes), 7 guns, 30 ducks. Galpin's lake, 4 guns, -4 ducks. Round Bush lake, 4 guns, 28 ducks. Planes' house, 2 guns, 8 ducks. Alex. McPherson’s lakes, 2 guns, 9 ducks. Gudopp’s lakes, 4 guns, 28 ducks. W. Twigg and party, 3 guns, 21 ducks. PING-PONG ULI B The annual general meeting of the Marton Ping-Pong Club was held in St. Andrew’s Hall on Monday evening, Mr G. Hunter presiding. There was only a small attendance. ' The secretary presented a statement of accounts, showing the club to have a credit balance of it 15s sd. The election of officers resulted: President, Mr G. Hunter; vice-presi-dent, Mr R. C. Ball; captain, Mr Howard Fitzgerald; secretary, Mr E. Steere; committee, Miss M. Tolley, Messrs T. Dommett, F. Cohen and officers ex-officio. Subscriptions were fixed at: Married couples Bs, men 5s 6d, ladies 4.5. The club agreed to the forming oi a Marton Association with the object of affiliating with the New Zealand Table Tennis Association. Mr L. Roberts reported that negotiations were in hand to form an Anglican Club in conjunction with the recently-formed 20-30 club. Delegates from these two clubs would be appointed to the Marton Association which it was hoped to form should sufficient enthusiasm be shown. If the association is brought to fruition, it is possible that steps will be taken for the appearance at Marlon of Messrs Barna and Beliak, Hungarians, who are ranked as first and third players in the world respectively. These two players are io tour New Zealand this winter under engagement to the New Zealand Table Tennis Association. Thursday, May 12. was decided upon as the first practice night. GRAND DANCE TO-NIGHT A grand dance will be held in Jie Empire Hall, Marton, to-night. It is being managed by the Catholic Dance Committee, and dancers may be assured of a splendid evening’s entertainment. Several novelty nances arc included in the programme, and the New Gaiety Orchestra, now so popular, will supply the latest dance nits. RANGITIKEI HOC Kl * ASSOCIATION Members of the Rangitikei Hockej Association met on Monday evening to discuss matters pertaining to the competition which is to open on Wednesday, May 11. Mr W. G. Aitken occupied the chair and presided over Messrs A. Grade, T. Low, T. E. Barton, A. H. Wing, F. Death, W. H. I Coles, C. H. G. Carpenter, W. J. Mogridge, J. H. Signal, and the secretary, Rev. W. B. v Cuming. After considerable discussion it was decided to carry on with the competition with the three teams nominated, in the form of a triangular contest. This competition is to open on May 11. It was decided to nominate players for the trial match at Palmerston N. to parade before the New Zealand selectors who are to chose a team to play against the touring English women’s team. A sub-committee comprising the president, secretary and Mr A. M. Smart were appointed to make the nominations. The association is to offer the Kia

Ora men's club the Marton llark as their official ground. The nets are also to be lent. A card evening will be held at the residence of Mr and Mrs A. H. Wing on Wednesday, May 11. Members congratulated Messrs Cuming and Barton on their being in the winning rink at the North Island bowling tournament at Palmerston North during Easter. The seven-a-side Linkfield rose bowl tournament will be played on Marton Park this afternoon, commencing at 1.30.