MARTON SHOW

Wanganui Chronicle, 31 January 1947, Page 3

MARTON SHOW

LARGE CROWD PATRONISES EVENING SESSION

The real summer's day which greeted the Marton and A. and P. Association for its annual show on Wednesday, was followed by a warm, crystal clear evening. Once again large numbers flocked io the racecourse, venue of this year's excellent exhibition of stock.

One of the features of the show was the excellent response received from exhibitors in the equine events. Competent observers believe that never be. fore has there been such a galaxy of riders and horses. This 10 per cent, increase in the horse section is believed to be mainly due to the splendid work of the Rangitikei Pony Clubs in fostering the sport. There was a particularly large collection of ponies and youthful equestrians and equestriennes.

Perhaps it was fitting that Mrs R. S. Fullerton-Smith, who has been indefatigable in her efforts in sponsoring the pony clubs in the district, particularly the South Makirikiri branch, should annex the major trophies in the horse events. It was just reward for splendid service given to the dis. trict over a number of years. Following up the performance at the Tutaenui sports on Saturday, when het horse Royal Crest was judged th< champion hack,, and was the winner ol Mr. K McK. Duncan's Challenge Cup for the horse gaining most points ill the hack and jumping events, Mrs. Fullerton-Smith’s horse was iudged the champion hack of the show anc won the K. W. Pryce Memorial Hunters’ jumping competition for the challenge shield and cup donated by Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Pryce (Kakariki. Needless to say, the main grand, stand was full when the jumping competitions were in progress, although many, no doubt, went there for shade and rest from the boiling sun. The judge, Mr. W. L. Torbett (Wairoa) referred to the high standard of jumping throughout the programme, and the class of horse which came forward.

Main feature of the evening session was the highland dancing events held on a specially erected platform in front of the main grandstand. Hundreds had a first-class view and at the conclusion of each competitor's item, the entrant was given a hearty reception. Entries were again of good proportions and competition was, as usual, keen. The judge for the highland dancing was Miss Betty Carnochan (Christchurch) and the pipers Messrs. J. and D. Fitchet (Wangaehu). Prior to the last dancing item, Mr. E. H. Simpson, president of tile association, again thanked the public for their patronage and support accorded the show.

Appreciated by patrons was the broacast service in the hands of Mr. R. Downs. Using a power amplifier system, which he has constructed himself, and a projector type speaker, Mr. Downs gave complete satisfaction. His broadcast descriptions of the various events were audible all over the racecourse without being irritating and it was not necessary for patrons to scurry through their catalogues to ascertain the horse and rider of any particular event in progress. As a medium of making announcements the broadcast service was very handy. Tile system which Mr. Downs uses was only on half-bore at the show, but when full power is applied it is capable of covering a crowd of 20,000. A large and more varied number of attractions in side-show alley than ever before, was the mecca for youngsters all day and in the cool of the evening a steady throng of adults moved to and fro down vociferous show-town and showmen appeared to be doing a healthy business. It was nearly 11 p.m. before there was a perceptible dwindling of the crowd and by that time some side-shows were already in the process of being dismantled, preparatory to packing on lorries and being whiffed away to the next show, probably at Levin. The sheep-weight guessing competition evidenced considerable interest. The two sheep were weighed yesterday morning, the 2-tootli scaling IDOlbs. and the wether 1674, making a total weight of 267Ubs. The winner was Mr. R. A. Smith, Marton Junction, who guessed the exact weight while Mr. C. V. Zajonskowski was second, being lib. out, his guess being 267 Jibs. Additional awards were:—

Highland Events. 12 years and under.—Fling: Annie Robertson 1, Marion McDowell 2, jack Learmonth 3. Jig.—Marion McDowell 1, Jack Learmonth 2, Dawn Dalby and Annie Robertson equal 3. 13 years and under 16.—Hornpipe: K. Holden 1, John McMillan 2, Margaret Grant 3. Sean Triubhas.—Margaret Grant 1. John McMillan 2, K. Holden 3. Irish Jig.—John McMillan 1, Margaret Grant 2, K Holden and Lynette Connell 3. 16 years and over.—Swords: Jessie Dick 1, John Grant and Lorna Hepworth, equal, 2. Sean Triubhas.— Jessie Dick 1, Lorna Kepworth 2. Highland reel.—Jessie Dick 1, John Grant 2. Special Prizes, Mr. A. C. Birch’s silver challenge cup for most points in Ayrshire classes.—A. C. Hill and Son. Mr. Rex Marshall’s silver challenge cup for most points in Romr.ey Marsh (natural section).—S. E. Gibbs. Mr. E. O. Pryce's perpetual challenge cup for most points in natural condition, southdown classes.—W. A. Sutherland. Mr. W. F, Stevens' silver challenge cup for most, points in Romney Marsh classes. —H. Bowen. K. W. Pryce's Memorial Hunters’ jumping competition lor perpetual challenge shield, presented by Mr. E. O. Pryce.—Mrs. R. S. Fullerton-Smith. Mr. A. C. Vile's silver cup for best pen of four flock rams from a registered flock.—A. C. Vile. Mr. H. ,1 Cameron's special in ladies jumping. Miss June Hammond. Messrs. Smith Bros.’ special fol best lady rider.—Miss F. White. N.Z. Friesian Association’s gold medal for most points n pedigree Friesian classes.—L. S. Gallon Mrs. J. H. McLean's silver challenge cup for one flock Romney Marsh ram. —G. L. Marshall. Messrs. Hodder and Tolley’s 1-ton manure for two Down lambs l(n wool).—Mr. Alex Johnson. Mesrs. G. L. Marshall and D. J. Willis’ silver challenge cup for best

pen of four flock Romney Marsh rams. —A. B. Marshall.

Pryce Cup (to be won outright) presented by Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Pryce (Halcombe).—Mrs. R. S. FullertonSmith.

The late Mr. A. C. Snellgrove's silver challenge <up for most points in purebred Jerseys.—D. J. Arnott. Mr. E. B. Gordon’s silver challenge cup for most points in fat lambs (to be won three times).—A. S. Coleman and Sons. Mr. F. Death’s special of £2 2s in Ayrshire^.—P. A. Harre. Mr. P. A. Havre’s special of £2 2s in Ayrshires.—A. Hill and Son. Wellington branch N.Z. Friesian Association donates £4 as special prize for junior and senior herd.—L. S. Gallon. Mr. K. S. Fairbrother’s silver challenge cup for most points in Frlesiant. - L. S. Gallon. Mr. R. W. Marshall’s special of £1 Is for most points in vegetables.—H. Adams. TO-MORROW’S CRICKET. Featuie match in the Rangitikei cricket competitions, which will be advanced a further stage to-morrow, will be the meeting of Old Boys and Porewa. Both had easy wins last week, and as only five points separate them, a keen tussle is anticipated. Fixtures for to-morrow are:—High School v. Marton, No. 2 wicket at Marton; Old Boys v. Porewa, No. 1 wicket at Matson; Bulls v. Junction, at Bullws. Afternoon tea will be supplied by the Porewa and 01$ Boys' players. Teams to hand are:—

Marton: J. Openshaw, H. Parkes, A. D. Fullerton-Smith, D. G. McLennan, A. Hayward, R. Price, D. Sladden, P. J. Corballis,. O. Williams, I. Barton, W. B. Tidy, W Sanders. Th e Ma: ton Railway cricket team journeyed to Palmerston North last Sunday to play that centre in a Russell Shield match. The vistors were soundly beaten, Marton failing to make runs on a good wicket and their tally reached 80. P. Paul, with 18 and J. Barnes 15, were top scorers for Marton, the bowling honours for Palmerston North going to Sutton with 6 for eight runs, and Alport 2 for 12. Palmerston North’s innings amounted to 167, Sutton rounding off a good day's effort by making 37, Atkins 36 and Robertson 29. Bowling for Junction, R. Girling trundled well, taking five wickets for 42; Gully, 2 for 21, and Allen, 2 for 37. Minor Association’s Team to Play Auckland. One North Rangitikei cricketer, P. L. Marshall, this season’s opening bat for Rangitikei, has been selected to play for the Wellington Minor Associ ation team against Auckland at Auckland on February 14, 15 and 17. The team is a s follows: —A. M. Matheson (captain), J. Ridland (Taranaki). W. E. Morris, J. A. Ongley, C. C. McVicai, R. Adcock (Manawatu), T. P. Reaney, T. A. Downes, J. Bergersen (Hawke’s Bay)_. H. B. Cave (Wanganui) and P. L. Marshall (Rangitikei). PERSONAL. Mr. R. De. R. Worker, Napier, who lakes up the appointment of secondary assistant master at the Marton District High School next week, is a well-known representative cricketer, having represented Otago, Wellington and Hawke’s Bay. His presence in the School team in the Rangitikei competition will greatly strengthen that eleven. Mr. De Worker Is also an accomplished golfer. Miss M. Brown, daughter of Sergeant J. Brown and Mrs. Brown, Marton, has been appointed temporary sole teacher at Omahina, near Waverley. Miss Brown, who left the Marton District High School last year, was the women’s club captain of the Matanui Tennis Club. Recently club members .met Miss Brown, and Mrs. J. Fisher spoke on behalf of the club and presented Miss Brown with a clock. Mr. and Mrs. G. Denbow, Harris Street, Marton, are at present on a motoring tour of the Soutii Island. MARTON BAND AGAIN GOES INTO RECESS. Tlte Marlon Municipal Brass Band lias once again gone into recess, a step which was decided upon at a special meeting of tile committee last week, following a report from the conductor. Mr. R. D. Maloney. Officers are to hold their appointments until the band either disbands or re-forms. During the war the band was inactive, bui it came out of recess shortly after VJ Day, and since then had appeared at several public gatherings, ine last being the Marton Jockey Club s summe.' meeting. Under the conauctorship of Mr. K. D. Maloney, who assumed office last August, the band made considerable progress, but a falling-off in attendance, resulted in Mr. Maloney handing in his resignation to the committee last week. Mr. Ma. z / has had a great deal of band ex .-..ence, both as a player and conductor, on th e West Coast of the South island, but through lack of interest among members, he felt compellcu to resign. The band is now likely to remain in recess until tiiere are indications of a revival of interest, or a co: ,z ctor agrees to take office. The decision resulted in the Broadway marching girls having to make a hurried alteration In their plans to present tneir marching,display at the Marton Show on Wednesday. Arrangements had been mad e for the band to play for the demonstration, but later developments necessitated th e engagement of the services of two pipers, Messrs M. and J. Ross (Hunterville). A s the gii'is had ndt marched with this musical combination before, their performance was even more creditable and earned unstinted praise from all patrons. A few enthusiasts intend maintaining their interest in-band music, how ever, and there is a possibility that Marlon will be represented at the New Zealand Brass Band contest in Wanganui next month in th e open quartette section, and by Mr. C. J. Gilbert in the trombone solo competition. FOOD-SAVING CAMPAIGN. Substantial saving in butter and meat ha s been made in Marton over the past eight weeks. Unused ration coupons handed in at the Marton Post Office, as contributions to th e Food for Britain appeal, have represented n saving of lOSlb of butter, 151 b of lea and meat to the value of £32 10s 4d. BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING Business of a purely forma! nature, with the Mayor’s suggestion that the meeting be got th ough aS soon as possible to allow those who so wished, to attend tile Marton Show at the Marton Racecourse, made th c meeting of tile ?4*.rton Borough Council on

Wednesday night, the shortest for several months. The Mayor (Mr. F. Purnell) presided over Crs. K. A. Williams, A. Gracie, W. J. Mogridge E. C. Fogelberg, and L R. Howard. Leave of absence was granted Crs. K. W. Fowler, A. S Todd and J. Caithness. COALING EVENTS. To-night (Friday): Showing at Civic Thcat e, double - feature programme, “Flame of the Barbary Coast” and ‘Murder, He Says.” Tuesday, February 4: Marton Athletic and Cycling Club’s evening sports meeting on Marton Park. Tuesday. February 11: Horticultural Show unde: the auspices of Marton Compost. Club, in Victory Hall; schedules now available.