MARTON NOTES

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 87, Issue 85, 12 April 1943, Page 2

MARTON NOTES

RATA PATRIOTIC SPORTS MEETING SPLENDID FINANCIAL RESULT The net proceeds of the sports meeting held at Rata on March 13, in aid of the Patriotic Appeal, amounted to £l6l 12s I(J£. The committee desire to thank all those who so willingly assisted in making the function such an outstanding success; and also to acknowledge the following donations of trophies and cash: L. Hammond. Lindsay Bull, A. R. Bull, A. H. Marshall, C. F. McManaway, E. Pickford, P. G. Rhodes, Rex Marshall, D. R. Godfrey, D. K. Bartlett, S. E. Gibbs, L. Illston, A. H. Rhodes. G. Harvey, C. D. A. Taylor, A. G. Cameron, I. C. Bartlett, O. Bartlett, F. Haywood, J. Pickford, R. Meads, S. R. Hammond. E. H. Duncan, J. L. Gibbs, E. Pickford (additional), L. and E. Rathbone, J T. Raine, E. O. Pryce, Hunterville Social Committee, S. C. Mcßae, Miss M. Illston, Mrs. A. N. Barllett, Mrs. H. H. Meads, Mrs. S. Signal GIFT EVENING On Friday Miss Isla Parkinson and Mr Charles Smith, who are shortly to be married, were entertained at a gift evening held in their honour by Misses M. Follett, M. Parkinson, D. Reid and M. Richarason, and Mrs. R. Parkinson. The Presbyterian Hall was gaily decorated with flowers and greenery and was the scene of many a lively game, as more than 50 guests entered willingly into the spirit of the varied and interesting programme which had been arranged. Towards the end of the evening, a delicious supper was served, after which many useful and appropriate gifts were presented. Mr. Smith thanked the hostesses for a very pleasant evening, and the guests for the many presents thev had received. The evening concluded with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.” HAWKESTONE GOLF CLUB OPENING OF THE SEASON Thirty-eight golfers took part in the opening of the Hawkestone Golf Club on Saturday afternoon, when a mixed Canadian foursome was played. The best cards returned were: Mrs. Hempieman and L. Gardiner, 45-12-33; Miss Rubery and P. Gronn, 41-10-31; Mrs. Cochran and R. Ball, 46-8-38; Mrs. Ball and B. Cochran, 43-6-37. Mrs. R. C. Ball, in the absence of the president, Mr. J. A. Bush, extended a hearty welcome to the visitors and new members and hoped they had enjoyed the day’s play. Ho specially thanked Mr. W. G. Aiken, on whose property the links are laid out, for his great assistance in keeping the ground in plaving order and also to Mr. E. Fletcher as groundsman. The ladies who had provided afternoon tea were rewarded by the singing of “For They Are Jolly Good Fellows.” MARTON BOWLING CLUB Beautiful weather prevailed for all sports at Marton on Saturday and golf, tennis, and bowls enthusiasts had an enjoyable afternoon. On the bowling green a match between the Civic Fathers (K. Williams, A. Mclndoe, F. Purnell, and T. Barton) and the champion rink (J. Morgan, A. Finnimore, L. Gibbs and M. Atkinson) resulted in a win for the latter rink, the scores being 22 to 18. Club Games. - Gibson, Head. Sanders, Tilley 27, v. Honeyman, Martin, Green, Poidevin 11; Bending, Mogridge. Hempieman, Hamer 8. v. von Hartiszch. Healey, Nuttall, Marr 25; Hutton, McDonald. Thomson, Gorrie 22. v. Black, Freeth, Morris, Upchurch 10; Tilley, Watt, Lewis, Rayner 22, v. Jonski, Petrie, Denbow, Kilpatrick 13. DANCE AT TUTAENUI HALL A dance will be held in the Tutaenui Hall on Wednesday, April 14, in aid of the Tutaenui Hall fund. These dances are very popular and as the prices are reasonable and good music and supper will be featured, there is sure to be a large attendance. CIVIC THEATRE, MARTON Inspired by the life of Edna Gladney, a woman who has placed more than 200 babies in happy homes, "Blossoms in the Dust." at the Civic Theatre to-night, co-stars Greer Garson and Walter Pidgeon for the first time. The story traces the life of a beautiful and vibrant girl from the lime of her meeting with an impetuous Texan to their marriage. Mellowed by a life which sees her through the loss of both her husband and child, she devotes the remaining years to finding homes and a proper environment for thousands of homeless waifs Crowded audiences on Saturday witnessed this magnificent film, which was acclaimed as a glorious picture of motherhood and one of the best pictures ever shown in Marton. MARTON SCOTTISH SOCIETY A committee meeting of the Marlon Scottish Society was held on Friday evening. In the absence of Mr. A. Stuari, chief of the society, Mr. J. Gibson presided. A financial statement of the "Burns Night" was submitted. This showed a small loss of £1 0s 6d. A financial statement of the society showed a balance of £5B 15s Bd. Two new members were elected. It was decided to hold during the winter a series of dancing classes to teach old-time Scottish dances. A small sub-committee under the conductorship of Mr. J. W. Gisbon was set up and it is hoped to have all arrangements completed shortly. MARTON PATRIOTIC APPEAL. The Marton Patriotic Appeal continues to meet with a good response, and to-day the total almost tops the £lOOO n.arx. Previously acknowledged £9IS 15s 9d; Mr. and Mrs. S. A. R. i lair, £5 5-», Miss F. P. Martin, £1; Mr. Eg ward Newman, Dr. R. A. Church, £lO each; total, £945 0s 9d. RESOLUTIONS AT LABOLR PARTI MEETING. After a general discussion the following resolutions were carried at the annual meeting of the Marton brancn of the N.Z. Labour Party:— “That the members oh the Marton branch at this annual meeting record their saisfaction re the Government’s very successful administrative policy and programme, both as regards its domestic measures, and its ■.otal all-in war effort, and we express our continued confidence in the Government to conduct the affairs of the country in the best interests of the people as a whole. Further, we pledge our fullest support to the local candidate, and to the party leader in the coming election contest.” "That this annual meeting of the Marton branch re-attirms its belief in that plank in the party’s platform that has for its objective the Nationalisation of Banking in New Zealand, ... We beiieve that the fullest utilisation of the public credit is in the best interests of the nation as a whole. Also that this objective plank be placed foremost in the forthcoming election policy so that if the present Government is returned with a majority, and thus secures a mandate for same, early steps be taken to impliment a State Banking Bill which, if enacted will give the Government complete control of currency and credit, and thus simplify and facilitate the operation cf measures for war purposes, rehabilitation and reconstruction.” “That in order to conform with the

democratic ideals of our organisation we consider that no person who has not been chosen and elected to represent an electorate as an M.P. should hold a portfolio in a Labour Administration. Therefore, we desire and request the Prime Minister to reallocate the portfolios in his Executive Council, and to confine the selection of his Cabinet to representatives of the people who have been democratically elected, with the addition ol : the Leader of the Upper House as ex officio member for the purpose only of interpreting the Cabinet’s policy and decisions to the Upper House.” ST. FRANCIS’ CHURCH WELCOME TO FATHER PHILLIPS There was a large and representative gathering of parishioners from Marton and district to extend a hearty welcome to Father Phillips ai St. Francis' schoolroom on Thursday evening. Mr. E. C. Haddock presided and ex- ■ tended a hearty welcome to Father Phillips on behalf of the parishioners, and also gave an interesting outline , of the advancement of the churcn ovei a period of 30 years. The Sisters had accomplished vyonderful work in teaching the children in their musical and educational life. ( The conditions of travel had much improved during the past few years and that made Marton and district a much easier parish to work and had consequently reached a much higher standard. In conclusion, he assured Father Phillips that he would receive the lull co-operation of the parishioners in his ministerial duties. Mr. Donovan extended a hearty , welcome to Father Phillips on behalf of the Holy Name Society and felt confident that the society would extend to him its utmost support. Father Phillips thanked the speakers for their kind remarks. Marton was his first parish and he would endeavour to do his best in looking after the spiritual welfare of the people and was delighted to learn that he would have their co-opera-tion. He would do his utmost to up- : hold the tradition of the church and to emulate Father Nolan in the good ( work that he had accomplished. Mr. A. O. Scott thanked the chairman and Mr. Donovan for their kind words of welcome on behalf of the parishioners to their newly-appointed priest. During the evening vocal and instrumental selection were provided by artists as follows: Pianoforte solo, Miss M. Scott; tap dance, Maire McCaul; recitation, Myra Brown; song, Mr. A. O. Scott; recitation, Mr. Donovan; song, Mrs. W. J. Brown; piano- I forte duet. Misses Betty Dashwood and Rilda Northover. Mrs. Carlyle also welcomed Father ' Phillips on behalf of the ladies of the church. An excellent supper was provided by the ladies. RANGITIKEI HOCKEY ASSOCIATION The annual meeting of the Rangitikei Hockey Association was held during the past week, when all the officers were re-elected and it was decided to go into recess for the coming season. If it is possible to get sufficient players arrangements will be made for local games. TREE-PLANTING SOCIETY Members of the Rangitikei TreePlanting and Scenery Preservation Society are invited to note that a committee meeting will be held at 1.30 p.m. and the annual general meeting at 2.30 p.m. in the Rangitikei County Council Chambers, Marton, to-morrow (Tuesday), April 13 Matters of great interest will he discussed at the meetings and a good attendance of members is requested. REMOVAL NOTICE Clients are advised that Mr. J. Kealey, licensed second-hand dealer, has removed to the auction mart lately occupied by Mr. Lee, in Lower High Street. Marton, and his ’phone number is 2525. STAINER’S “CRUCIFIXION” Sir John Stainer’s “Crucifixion” will be presented in St. Stephen’s Church, Marton, on Tuesday, April 20. The cantata selected is the best known of the three written by Stainer and is one of the most dearly loved of all passion music. The work is written for full chuir and male chorus. The story of the Trial and Crucifixion will be told by the bass soloist, Mr. Bertram Heaton, and the tenor soloist. Mr. Stevenson (Hastings). The minor parts of the narrative will be taken by two other bass soloists, Messrs. C. S. Beechey and W. Winstanely. The choirmaster, Mr. Ralph Lilly, L.R.S.M. (London) will preside at the org. n.

OOLF Clubs at Pre-war Prices can be bought in Marton at Lloyds Ltd. 147 Clubs to select from, embracing Spalding’s, Forgan's, Stratmore’s, Cochrane’s, best Clubs. Matched sets and all numbers of clubs stocked. You can save fully 25 per cent, on to-day’s prices at Lloyds, Marton, Golf Specialists.