MARTON NOTES

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 87, Issue 150, 28 June 1943, Page 2

MARTON NOTES

SOLDIERS ON LEAVE MAJOR ROGER CAMERON ENTERTAINED The opportunity was taken on Wednesday by residents of the Turakina Valley to say “au revoir” and convey best wishes to Major Roger Cameron. The gathering of over 45 residents was held at the home of Mrs. R. M. Baldwin. The large attendance, despite the inclement weather, was a tribute to the popularity of the guest of honour. Trump whist was played in the early part of the evening and before serving supper a community sing was led by Mr. Keith Reynolds. After supper a presentation of a leather writing case was made to Major Cameron by Mr. J. A. Harris, on behalf of the Valley residents. Mr. Harris referred to Major Camerson’s boyhood days and the high esteem in which he had always been held in the Valley. He paid an eloquent tribute to Major Cameron's sterling character and powers of leadership, and predicted that the same qualities would carry him far in his future career. Major Cameron thanked all present for the gathering and Ihe gift, and reminded them that the soldier did his duty gladly when he knew that those at home were doing their share. The opportunity was also taken by Mr. Harris of thanking the Valley residents on behalf of Miss Jean McGregor for a presentation which had been made to her on her departure overseas. Trooper A. W. Jurgens’ name was omitted from the list of soldiers entertained by the Bonny Glen and South Makirikiri residents on Wednesday evening. RATA-PUTORINO VV.D.F.U. The June meeting of the RataPutorino W.D.F.U. was held at Mrs. P. Rhodes’ home, there being only a fair attendance owing to members being on holiday. Mrs. G. Harvey presided. It was suggested that the Women’s Division help parents of prisoners of war with two parcels at a time. The next meeting will be held at Mrs. Rhodes’ home on July 1 at 11 a.m. Competitions: Seniors, gingerbread; juniors, soft toy. Will members please bring their own cups? THE LIBERTY LOAN £65,000 IN SIGHT The latest figures supplied by Mr. A. J. Petrie, secretary of the local Liberty Loan Committee, are: £60,000 in cash and £5OOO in promises, a total of £65,000. A meeting of the local committee will be held in the Borough Council Chambers at 7.30 to-night (Monday). ANGLICAN BOARD OF MISSIONS SUCCESSFUL “BRING-AND-BUY” A ‘ bring-and-buy” was held on Friday, June 25. in St. Stephens Parish Hall by Canon H. Watson’s Circle for the funds of the Anglican Board of (Missions. The excellent sum of £39 15s was realised and the organisers wish to thank all who kindly helped by attending or giving goods. They also thank the following who so generously gave donations in money: Mesdames Duncan Simpson, G. Baldwin, M. A. Anson. H. Watson, A. Staples, Misses S. L. Flower (Palmerston North), Gilbert (Wellington), C. Beechey, H. Howard. M. Cook, M. Flower, E. M. Finch, M. Gorrie, Messrs. A. Way, A. Honeyman. Rex Marshall, H. F. Arkwright, and Allan Marshall.

MARTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE A motion was unanimously carried at the meeting of the Marton Chamber of Commerce on Thursday evening that the chamber give its support collectively and individually to the local Liberty Loan Committee in its endeavour to raise the amount of the target aimed at by Marton and district. The chamber decided to make an investment in the loan. A resolution was passed that the chamber recommend the Marton Borough Council to remove the hoods from the street lights, so that residents of and visitors to Marton could see their way about at nights. Mr. L. H. Hayden, a new member, was welcomed by the president of the chamber. Despite the weather there was a satisfactory attendance of members when the president (Mr. C. S. Beechey) presided over Messrs. B. Cochran, A. O. Scott. A. Way, J. Caithness, R. J. Callan. A. B. Caverhill. L. H. Hayden and K. A. Williams (secretary). CARNIVAL NIGHT AT HUNTER VILLE A carnival night has been organised by the Hunterville and Rata Patriotic Committee, and will be held in the Hunterville Town Hall to-morrow (Tuesday), commencing at 7.30 p.m. The proceeds will be in aid of the Patriotic Appeal. Every effort has been made to stage a carnival that will be interesting to young and old, with produce and other stalls, games and fun of all descriptions. CIVIC THEATRE, MARTON “HERE COMES MR. JORDAN” One of the best casts ever assembled in what Hollywood regards as one of the finest pictures ever made may be seen in Columbia’s “Here Comes Mr. Jordan,” finally showing at the Civic Theatre to-night (Monday). Starring Robert Montgomery, the film includes Claude Rains. Evelyn Kayes, James Gleason, and Edward Everett Horton. “Here Comes Mr. Jordan” is a story never told on the screen before, a comedy which dares to break every rule of film making, even as it achieves a high level of entertainment. Heading the supports is another of the ever-popular series, “The March of Time,” this one dealing with the Fighting French. W.W.S.A. NEW ROOMS The W.W.S.A. have removed into the shop in Davenport's Buildings, where the making of camouflage nets and other war work will be carried on. NATIONAL SAVINGS For the 88th successive week the flag was flying at the Marton Post Office on Friday morning. RANGITIKEI BRANCH, NAVY LEAGUE The Rangitikei branch of the Navy 1 League dispatched to Wellington this month the following hand-knitted garments: 16 seamen's jerseys, 4 pairs sea-boot stockings, 1 cap. 6 pullovers, 39 scarves, 36 pairs socks, 39 pairs gloves, 5 pairs mittens, 18 balaclavas, also an outfit of hand-knitted woollies was sent to each of the two Rangitikei men who recently joined the Royal Navy. A great many of these garments wore knitted by the members of Taihaoe Northern Provincial W.D.F.U. The Taihape junior branch of Lady Galway Fund donated £l9 17s for sailors’ comforts. Nga Tawa school donated half the proceeds of their school fete, £5l, for the same purpose. The Hunterville Red Cross shop sent £B3 13s to Wellington Navy League for the Minesweepers’ Fund.