MARTON NOTES

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 87, Issue 232, 1 October 1943, Page 2

MARTON NOTES

BOROUGH AFFAIRS COBBER KAIN AVENUE. APPRECIATION OF SERVICES. As a mark of appreciation of the practical services oi Mr. W. G. Tolley, of Wellington Road, Marton, in designing and planting the “Cobber' Kain avenue, which is now one of the beauty spots of Marton, the Marton Borough Council recently forwarded a leather bowlers’ bag to Mr. Tolley at Castlecliff.

At Wednesday night’s meeting Mr. Toilev, in returning thanks for their handsome gift, stated that, nothing could have given him»great-er pleasure than the bowling bag, which would accompany him on all occasions during the coming season. He had joined the Castlecliff Bowling Club and it would be with great pleasure and pride that he would exhibit such a useful and treasured gift. He sincerely hoped that his unfinished plans for tne avenue would be finialised in the future and grow into a beauty spot of which tne district would be proud. In a manner, Marton had taken upon itself the responsibility oi a trust to the memory of New Zealand’s first “ace,” ‘Cobber”. Kain. Only the day before his death he had sent down his 25th. Nazi 20,000 feet above Rheims.

As a sequel to the presentation the Marton Junction Women’s Institute wrote to the council advising that the Institute’s Gardening Circle had agreed to maintain the flower beds at the reserve, subject to the council’s approval.—The council expressed its appreciation and accepted the institute's kind offer. The institute intends to start on the work at once. Culverts in Bad State.

Cr. A. Mclndoe and the overseer reported on an inspection of the culverts and bridges on station, Kensington and Hawxestone Road. Cr. Mclndoe stated that it would be necessary to replace the culvert on Kensington Road before the repairs were carried ou; on Station Street, in order to carry the, extra heavy traffic to the station thdt would occur when Station Street was closed. He was also ol opinion that the decking on the Hawkestone Road bridge should be replaced. The Works Committee approved of Cr. Mclndoe’s recommendation and steps are to be taken to carry them into effect. General Business. A complaint was received from Mrs. C. E. Sutton with regard to the watertable on Lyon Street.—The overseer reported that the iault haa been rectified. Appreciation of the services of Miss W. McChesney as secretary of the E.P.S. organisation was placed on record. The State Advances application to take over the splayed corners on Robert and Morris, Morris and Blackwell. and Morris and Stewart Streets for State houses street purposes was agreed to. The question of appointing a representative to the Municipal Conference at Napier on February, 1944, was referred to the Mayor. A communication from the Undersecretary with reference to the payment of the Government contribution towards the cost of entertainment ol returned servicemen and women was received. Air. F. Purnell (Mayor) presided over Crs. G. B. Gregory, T. Barton, W. J Mogridge, J. R. Howard, K. Fowler, A. Mclndoe, A. J. B. Sicily and Mr. C. C. McDonald (town clerk). MARTON SCOTTISH SOCIETY. A SUCCESSFUL DANCE. The dance organised by Mr. A. Seymour on behalf of the Marton Scottish Society on Wednesday evening proved a great success, there being a good attendance at the Druids’ Hall. Wright’s Orchestra from Feilding provided appropriate and bright music, and Piper A. Seymour assisted. The dancing of the eightsome reel createc a good deal of interest. Credit is due to Mrs. Gordon Signal for the interest that she had taken in teaching the Scottish dances, and the young dancers acquitted themselves very creditably. Under the supervision of Mrs. W. Gow the ladies dispensed an excellent supper. Mr. J. Dallas was M.C.

During the evening Mr. J. Gibson announced that the dancing classes for members only would start on October 8. They would include eightsome reel, petronella, dashing white sergeant, Highland schottische, polka and stripping the willow. MARTON LADIES’ GOLF CLUB. The postponed bogey round will be played on the Marton links to-morrow (Saturday). Draw at club house at 1.30 p.m. MAYOR’S PARCELS AND COMFORTS FUND The amount previously acknowledged for the above fund was £B3 0s sd. The following additional donations have been received: Mr. and Mrs. N. Lewis £l, Miss Stedman 10s, Mrs. C. Swainson ss, and sundries 10s, a total of £B5 5s sd. CIVIC THEATRE, MARTON “THE LETTER” (TO-MORROW) Screening at the Civic Theatre tomorrow, “The Letter,” pronounced by newspaper critics and audiences aiike to be the finest of all Miss Davis’ pictures, is based on W. Somerset Maugham’s most brilliant stage drama, originally presented on Broadway with Katharine Cornell in the starring role. It is the story of a woman who murders for love, and the consequences she suffers, even though the law acquits her. A searching drama, directed with delicacy and restraint by William Wyler, and brilliantly acted by Bette Davis and a strong supporting cast, it has been selected bv Red Book Magazine as the best picture of the month. MARTON WOOD AND COAL YARDS Mr. W. G. Winchombe notifies that he has disposed of his wool and coal business on High Street, Marton, to Messrs. Les Smith and Walter Thompson. In returning thanks for past support Mr. Winchombe solicits a continuance for his successors and that the carrying business will be carried on as usua’. PRESBYTERIAN FAMILY SOCIAL Presbyterians are reminded of the family social to be held in St. Andrews Hall, Marton, at 7.30 p.m. tonight (Friday), October 1. There will be fun and games for all. Each organisation is responsible for one item, and judging by the whispers going round the kirk there will be a keen contest for competition honours. Items are to be provided by the Maori Girls’ College, P.W.M.U. members, various Bible classes, girls’ club, Sunday School teachers, the managers and elders.