UNITY OF FARMERS STREWED TO COMBAT WORLD COMMUNISM

Wanganui Chronicle, 12 April 1948, Page 2

UNITY OF FARMERS STREWED TO COMBAT WORLD COMMUNISM

The threat of world domination by Communists was commented upon by the retiring president of the Marton Branch of the Federated Farmers at the annual meeting on Friday night, when he remarked that the world position today was grave, in fact, worse than in 1939. The average citizen, he said, did not seem to realise the seriousness of the position and it was the duty of farmers to unite to combat this threatened Communism. “We must be sound llnancially, and strong numerically,” said Mr. Fuller-ton-Smith.

Mr. Fullerton-Smith said the branch had experienced a very successful year, chiefly due to the rise in membership, which rose from 140 to 264, representing nearly 95 per cent, of the farmers in the district.

Tire president paid a tribute to the work of Dominion headquarters, which was doing a good job in looking after the farmers’ interests. He referred to the good work of Mr. F. P. Walsh, chairman of the Aid to Britain Committee, who was doing his utmost to help farmers produce more food, particularly wheat. "We will have to provide more wheat for hungry people overseas, and even if we have to sacrifice money and profit, it is a long way better than war,” said Mr. Fullerton-Smith. While the present price for wheat was not very nigh, he understood that it would be something like 10s a bushel next season. In appealing to farmers to grow more wheat Mr. Fullerton-Smith said it was a step toward preventing war, as hungry people woyld get on to the wrong side quicker' than well-fed people.

The election of officers resulted: President, Mr. W. C. Whittington; vice-presidents, Messrs. A. FullertonSmith, A. B. Marshall; committee, Messrs. E. H. Simpson, H. G. Stewart, P. W. Briant, A. Poppe (meat and wool section), B. Benseman, J. Woods, A. C. Birch, W. Mayo, T. Bergen (dairy section), E. Nitschke, G. L. Marshall, H. Coleman, A. K. Simpson (agricultural section); delegate to Marton Chamber of Commerce, Mr. W. B. Gray; delegates to provincial produce sections, Messrs. A. B. Marshall and A. Fullerton-Smith (meat and wool), T. Bergen, A. C. Birch (dairy), J. D. Simpson, E. Nltschke (agricultural); secretary and treasurer, Mr. J. D. Simpson. It was decided to forward a letter to the District Engineer of New Zealand Railways asking what provision had been made for the adequate loading and unloading of live stock at the new yards at the Marton RailwayStation. It was stated that the present facilities were inadequate and it was suggested that a crane be installed, as this would prove an advantage to both the farmers and the department. The unfair allocation of petrol to

farmers on the present basis was the subject of a resolution of protest which is to be forwarded to Dominin : headquarters urging that the < ernment make the allocation < more equitable basis. It was con: L.eied that farmers just living under the 10-mile limit were being unfairly treated and it was suggested that farmers tbe granted a licence of a gallon a mile up to 15 miles from town. Asked last evening, whether the resolution, in view of the Ministerial announcement on Saturday morning that changes to petrol allowances for farmers were pending, would still be forwarded to headquarters, Mr. J D. Simpson, secretary of Marton Federated Farmers, said he did not think so, not until at least the new allocation was known. 50 GOLFERS ATTEND OPENING OF HAWKESTONE CLUB. Favoured with a mild afternoon, some 50 players participated in the mixed Canadian foursome held in conjunction with the official opening of the Hawkestone Golf Club on Saturday afternoon. Visiting golfers were present from the Rangatira and Marton clubs. With a score of 35 over nine holes, the afternoon's competition was won by N. J. Clarke and Mrs. S. rederick, from the Marton Club. The season was officially declared open by the vice-captain, Mr. R. C. Ball, who extended a hearty welcome to all visiting players. ST. ANDREW’S MEN’S CLUB. The next meeting of St. Andrew’s Men's Club will be held on Wednesday of this week in St. Andrew's Hall, when the speaker will be Dr. G. H. Robertson, of Wanganui. All men-folk cordially invited. INDUCTION SERVICEThe induction of Mr. Herbert Prowse to his new charge at the Marton Methodist Church will take place on Wednesday evening, commencing at 8 p.m. The chairman for the district, Rev. J. H. Allen (New Plymouth) will conduct the service, following which there will be a welcome social for Mr. Prowse in the schoolroom. A hearty welcome has been extended by the church authorities to all interested to attend. Prior to the service the quarterly meeting will be held at 7.15 p.m. MABTON LADIES’ GOLF CLUB A stroke match will be played tomorrow. The following is the draw: Mrs. Morrison v. Mrs Sinclair; Mrs. R. Fullerton-Smith v. Mrs. Caithness; Mrs. Henderson v. Mrs. Dickinson; Mrs. Whale v. Mrs. McFarlane; Mis. Marshall v. Mrs. Worker; Mrs. Frederick v. Mrs. Sladden; Mrs. Wysocki v. Mrs. Grut. Mrs. Glasgow v. Mrs. Dalrymple; Mrs. Mogridge v. Mrs. Fenwicke; Mrs. Wilson v. Mrs Scoon; Mrs Crawford v. Mrs. Cornfoot; Mrs. Church v. Miss Willis; Mrs. Cochran v. Miss Beckett; Miss Ladley v. Miss Fullerton-Smith; Mrs. Tolley v. Miss Lethbridge; Miss Morris v. Miss Flavell The fourball match last wook, played for trophies kindly donated by Mrs Fenwlcke, was won by Mrs. Grut and Mrs. Worker. 3 ’ip, rsnneis-up, Mrs R. Fullerton-Smith and Miss Ladley, 1 up. CARD EVENING. Another very enjoyable card evening was held by tile Marton Croquet Club in the Victory Hall last week. Those at the winning table were Mesdames Hunt, Coe. Thompson anu Mr. Kinipton. Ccmpctiaons were won by Mesdames Denbow and True.