MATANGI.

Waikato Times, Volume 98, Issue 15314, 15 August 1923, Page 6

MATANGI.

Sports Club Dance,

The Matangi Sports Club held a very enjoyable dance on Friday evening. This gathering is usually held on the evening of their sports meeting, but owing to the hall being under repairs it had to be postponed. There was a large number present. During the evening the president of the club (Mr W. Lee Martin) presented to the Matangi School the District Relay Race Shield, won at the sports by the Matangi School team. Medals were also presented to Masters Hicks; Membry, Trubshar and Martin, the boys who composed the team. The president also presented the Glaxo Cup to Mr J. Shaw, who will hold same for twelve months. N.Z.C.D.C. Election.

Mr Southee, who is seeking election as a director of the N.Z. Co-operative Dairy Co., addressed a meeting of suppliers on Tuesday evening. The attendance was disappointing, but notwithstanding Mr Southee gave a most interesting address which showed that he had a good grasp of the essential matters which concern suppliers. The speaker stressed the necessity for economy in manufacturing and management, and said that too often these matters were overlooked, especially in a huge concern such as the Dairy Company. He also stated that if returned he would move to have ;proxy voting done away with. Mr Southee stated that ho would strenuously oppose any important business being dealt with except by the full Board of Directors. Mr Southee referred to the huge amount which bad been spent upon buildings and plant, and staled that in many cases he was Ot the opinion that less costly structures would have been advisable. Mr Southee said that if he was returned he would work in the interests of the suppliers, seeking a maximum pay-out with a minimum of manufacturing costs. The speaker answered a large number of questions, after which he was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Social Gathering.

Mr and Mrs Dunford entertained a large number of friends in the Matangi Hall on the occasion of the coming of ago of their second daughter (Sylvia). The evening was devoted to dancing and musical items, the contributors to the latter being Messrs A. Webster, W. Ranslead, L. Swarbrick and E. T. Robinson. Miss Russell provided the dance music. A most enjoyable time was spent by all. Dairying Activities.

The township presents each morning a very busy appearance. Most of the suppliers are now bringing milk to the factory, and about 10,000 gallons are being received each day. The dryfing season will not open till September, and in the meantime the factory is' skimming the milk received. The weather has been all against the farmers until the last few weeks, and very little growth is noticeable. The stock, however, are looking well, due to the large quantity of hay and root crops provided for the winter. These are now diminishing fast, and the settlers would welcome a cessation of the frost so as to allow the grass to come away.