TAIHAPE

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 80, Issue 254, 27 October 1938, Page 10

TAIHAPE

BOROUGH AFFAIRS

The following report of the Works Committee was presented and adopted at the meeting of the Taihape Borough Council:— That the letter from the Cascade Brewery Ltd. stating that an additional water connection has recently been made but in view of the fact that the quantity of water likely to be used docs not warrant the expense of a water meter the council consider charging for the water on a flat rate. —Agreed that water supplied to the brewery be charged for at a flat rate of £lO per annum, From Mrs. M. A. Smith requesting the council to provide vehicular access for tradesmen to her property on the Main South Road.—The letter was received and Mrs. Smith informed that the council is unable to grant her request. From New Zealand Railways advising that it has been decided to reduce the account for repairs to overhead bridge 151 a. to £27 15s 6d. The original account was £42.—Agreed that the letter be received and the account paid. From New Zealand Railways advising that the council’s offer for the removal of refuse from departmental dwellings has been accepted —Received.

That the attention of the headmaster of the school be drawn to the deliberate damage effected by scnoolchildren to the handrail of the Tili Street steps.—lt was reported that tnc boy chiefly responsible for the damage had been punished by the headmaster. Reserves Committee The report of the Reserves Committee read as follows: — That letters of thanks be sent to Mr. Mason of Feilding and Mr. Benefield of Wanganui for donations of roses for planting in the corner reserve. That the Under-Secretary of Lands and Survey Department be requested to arrange for the inspector of reserves to wait upon the council to discuss various matters in connection with the scenic reserves. That a notice under the Fencing Act 19U8, be served on Mr. Bosher, of Papaki Road for the erection of a fence between his property and Section 62 being portion of a scenicreserve. That tenders be called for the erection and repair of 62 chains of fence between Mi. Bosher’s property and Section 62, the specifications for the fence to be approved by the inspector of reserves. Letter from the Taihape Cricket Club applying for the use of the oval domain for cricket for the season 1938-39 under the usual conditions. -That the letter be received and that the application be granted subject to the approval of the Taihape Cricket Association. Caretaker’s Report The caretaker, Mr. E. A. Abbott, submitted his monthly report as follows: — The grass on the Oval Domain and hockey grounds has been cut four times. All three grounds have been top-dressed with soil and weak places re-sown and the grounds have been closed for a fortnight. The post and rail fence at the entrance to Papaki Reserve has been repaired and will be painted as early as possible. General maintenance work has been carried out at the cemetery. There were six interments during the month. Extra seating at the baths has been erected and will be painted as soon as possible. Owing to requests it was necessary to open the camp park on the first ol ; the month. An informal visit to Taihape was recently made by the chief inspector • of reserves, Lands and Survey Department. An inspection of the various [ reserves was carried out and the in- , spector expressed appreciation for the work that had been carried out by tnc council in the reserves. An official visit was also made by Mr. Boulton, the field inspector for the district, to all the reserves and a report is to be submitted to the council at a later date.

GOLF NOTES.

TAIHAPE CLUB. I LADIES' SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP. The final of the ladies’ senior championship of the Taihape Golf Club was played on Saturday and resulted in a win. for Mrs. Hosking, who defeated Mrs. Kincaid 1 up, after a stirring contest. Mrs. Hosking was three up at the 4th., but Mrs. Kincaid fought back gamely and squared the match at the eighth. Mrs. Hosking won the ninth with a birdie 4 to stand 1 up at the turn, but Mrs. Kincaid won the 11th. and the game was square again. Mrs. Hosking eventually became 2 up and 3 to play, and then dormie 2, but Mrs. Kincaid took the 17th. and halved the 18th. finishing 1 down on her experienced opponent, who at one time represented New Zealand. Mrs. Hosking played a 40 in the first round, followed by a 42 compared with two' 42’s by Mrs. Kincaid, so it can be seen the standard of golf was high for the final of such an important event. Both competitors have good styles and the match was packed with thrills and excitement and delighted the gal-

lery. Both winner and loser are to congratulated on their play. Ihe first hole was halved in fives, but the second went to Mrs, Hosking with a par four. The latter also took the next two holes in par figures to stand 3 up. Mrs. Kincaid got one back at the fifth which she won with a ’three. The sixth was halved in fours, but Mrs. Kincaid won the seventh and eighth with par figures to square the match after being three down at the fourth. Both hit long tee shots at the nine and Mrs. Hosing played a magnificent second, which finished near the pin and she won the hole with a birdie four to stand one up at the turn. The tenth hole was halved in fives, but Mrs. Kincaid captured the 11th with a par four to square the match again. The 12th was halved in sixes, and the highlight of the match occurred at the 13th, when Mrs. Hosking played a magnificent second on to the green with a spoon and holed the putt for an eagle three. Mrs. Kincaid, was on in three and sank a 30foot putt for a birdie four, but it was of no use to her. The short 14th (Pitch and Toss) was halved in fours, but Mrs. Hosking took the -next hole with a four to stand two up and three to play. The 16th was halved in fives after Mrs. Kincaid had played a superlative pitch shot to the green. Mrs. Hosking had a putt for the match at this hole but just missed. She was now dormie two. The seconds of both players finished to the left of the green at the 17th. Both were handy to the pin with their thirds, but Mrs. Hosking missed a short putt for her four, while Mrs. Kincaid’s fourth found the cup and she won the hole, leaving Mrs. Hosking dormie one. The 18th hole was halved in fives, both players being near the green in two, and Mrs. Hosking won the title one up.

COMBINED RALLY

SCOUTS RANGERS, GIRL GUIDES, BROWNIES AND CUBS. An event of great interest took place on the Domain on Labour Day, when the first combined rally of Scouts, Rangers, Girl Guides, Brownies and Cubs was held. Unfavourable weather conditions did not mar the vim and ardour that was exerted into the various competitions, and altogether the day was an exceptionally merry and bright one. The officers present included: Mrs. McGuiniss, Lone Guide Commissioner; Miss Pairman, District Guide Commisioner; M. Wollams, Metropolitan Scout Commissioner; Mr. Gaze, District Cub Commissioner. The winners of the various events were as follows: Trophy for Cub events, Maxwell Pack; cup for Guide events, Mangaweka company; shield for Scout events, Gonville troop. The shield for Scout events was donated by Mr. J. Quirk, to be competed for annually. It is -hoped that in future the Labour Day rally will be be extended into a week-end sports and camp. Detailed results of the Scout Shield are as follows: Marching: Gonville 80, Taihape 82, First Marton 63, Ohakune 65, Marton Junction 74, Castlecliff 65. Inspection: Gonville 47, Taihape 42, First Marton 45, Ohakune 40, Marton Junction 35, Castlecliff 34. First Aid: Gonville 80, Taihape 80, Taihape 80, First Marton 79, Ohakune 79, Marton Junction 60, Castlecliff 58. Signalling: Gonville 169, Taihape 145, First Marton 130, Ohakune 124, Marton Junction 112, Castlecliff 106. Fire Lighting: Gonville 32, Taihape 38, First Marton 39, Ohakune 30, Marton Junction 28, Castlecliff 29.

Physical Exercise: Gonville 4, Taihape 41, First Marton 2, Ohakune 3, Marton Junction 2, Castlecliff 3. The total points scored by each troop were: Gonville 41.2, Taihape 3911, First Marton 358, Ohakune .341, Marton Junction 311, Castlecliff 295. Possible total points 505. The judges were as follows: Marching, Mr. H. Johnston; inspection, Commissioner Woollams; first aid, Mr McPhail; signalling, Mr. G. S. MacIntyre; fire lighting, Mr. H. Smith; physical exercises, Mr. Downie. The most important event amongst the Cubs was a 100 yards race known as ‘Cock of the Walk,” the trophy for which is a rooster. Great credit is due to Mr. G. MacIntyre, local G.S.M., who was the principal organiser of the rally, for the successful manner in which the day’s proceedings were conducted.

TAIHAPE RANGER BIRTHDAY

An exceptionally bright evening was spent by the eighty guests who gathered at the Town Hall supper rooms on Thursday evening, at the invitation of the First Taihape Ranger Company, to celebrate their birthday party. The District Commissioner, Mrs. T. W. Pairman, was present, also Guiders and Leaders from the Mangaweka, Utiku, and Taihape Girl Guide Companies, and representatives from the Brownies, Cubs and Scouts, and Rev. L. C. Clements. A delightful tea was served and the visitors took the opportunity of conveying birthday greetings, and best wishes for many more happy years of Rangering. Mrs. Constable, Guide Captain, expressed thanks for the kind wishes, and made special mention of Miss Maclean for making the beautiful birthday cake, to the committee for the valuable assistance they had rendered, and to all who sent birthday greetings. Various items were rendered, which included a Dutch dance, and sailor’s horn pipe, by the Rangers, a play by the Taihape Girl Guides, and Misses O. Williams, M. Hayden and I. Mansfield enacted a play entitled "Between The Soup and the Savoury.” The floor was then cleared and dancing was indulged in until a late hour.

SWIMMING CLUB

The annual meeting of the Taihape Amateur Swimming Club was held . on Friday evening, Mr. W. Healey presiding over a fair attendance. The • report and balance-sheet were read i and adopted. Election of Officers ’ The election of officers for the en- , suing year resulted as follows:—Patj ron, Mr. L. B. H. de Lautour; president, Mr. D. Woodhead; vice-presi- , dents, Messrs. R. J. McLennan, H. ’ Galbraith; educational officer. Mr. A O. Wimsett; delegate to Wanganui Centre, Mr. A. Muller; auditor, Mr. F. Reece: secretary and treasure-, Mr. F. Bell; club captain, Mr. N. Powell; executive committee, M’ss-s. Jones (2), E. Mercer, W. King. P Marsh, Bowater, K. McKenzi- M Reid, W. Dashwood, W. Heaiev will power to add. The subscription for honorary members was fixed at ss. It was decided to hold a meeting of the committee on the Friday before the baths open. Mr. Wimsett reported that practi- . cal’y 9? per cent, of the children from Standard HI upwards were taught to swim last season. It was decided that the committee , of the T.A.S.C. should form a lifesaving committee.

LABOUR NIGHT DANCE The inclement weather that prevailed on Monday did not dampen the enthusiasm of the large number of dancers who patronised the 11th annual grand Catholic Labour Night dance held in the Town Hall. The hall was tastefully decorated for the event and presented a bright scene thoroughly in keeping with the occasion. The latest dance “hits” were played by the Melody Boys’ Orchestra, while Messrs. D. Kelly and A. J. Mickleson acted as M.C’s. and kept things moving with a swing. The programme included several novelty events, including a chain waltz, winners being as follow: Lucky nilmber paper hat, Mr. and Mrs. L. Howard; lucky spot waltz, Miss P. Smith and partner; Miss D. Wlnchcombe and Mr, Ray Nicholson (Hunterville). A tasty supper was provided under the supervision of Misses E. and M. Donovan, assisted by a ladies’ committee. The general tone of the dance was admirable in the extreme and everybody entered into the spirit of (he occasion with carefree happiness. Amongst the dancers in attendance were several local and visiting golfers. Mr. J. Bartosh was in charge of the box office, while Ms«srs. Chapman and Maher acted as doorkeepers. Rev. Father Doolaghty was in attendance and lent a helping hand. It was a tired but happy crowd that left the hall in the wee sma’ hours after having enjoyed one of the best dances ever held in Taihape.

OBITUARY

MR. PATRICK O’REILLY DEATH OF TAIHAPE RESIDENT Mr. Patrick Joseph O’Reilly passed away at a private hospital in Taihape on Sunday at the age of 87 years, after a short illness. Deceased was born in Ireland and came to New Zealand with his parents in 1887. The family settled at Palmerston North and the late Mr. O'Reilly worked in the Manawatu district for several years. Subsequently he was appointed manager of the Commercial Hotel at Palmerston North and filled the position with conspicuous success. The call of the land made an appeal to Mr. O’Reilly which he was unable to resist and he came to the Taihape district about 35 years ago and acquired a property near Mataroa, which he farmed until about four years ago. when he retired and came to Taihape to live. He was recognised throughout the district as a successful farmer who was held In the highest esteem. He is survived by his wife and four brothers and the same number of sisters. One brother, Mr. John O'Reilly, was one of the first headmasters of the Taihape District High School in the days when there were only two teachers on the staff. The funeral was held on Tuesdaj’. when a large number of mourners followed the hearse to the Taihape cemetery to pay their last tribute of respect to the memory of deceased.