DISTRICT NEWS

Waikato Times, Volume 108, Issue 18168, 5 November 1930, Page 10

DISTRICT NEWS

FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENTS.

NGARUAWAHIA.

Draughts Club. On Saturday evening Mr Penman, the Australian draughts champion, paid a visit to,the local club rooms, where he engaged nine players simultaneously. A: most enjoyable evening closed at 11 p.m. The following were the results: —Scbtt, 1 draw; Fleming, 1 draw, 2 losses; McFarlane, 2 losses; Zimmerman, 1 draw, 2 losses; Scott jnr., 2 losses; Veitch, 2 losses; Donaldson, 1 draw, 2 losses; McAuley, 2 losses. , Tennis. Play, was keen on the local courts on Saturday when doubles competition games for the Sampson trophies created special interest. The association’s competition matches will commence on Saturday, when the Ngaruawahia seniors will meet Rahui at Ngaruawahia and the juniors will play Glen Massey at Glen Massey. Vital Statistics. The vital statistics for October for Ngaruawahia are: Births 10, marriages 2, deaths 0. The Rainfall. The rainfall for the month has been excessive, 7.8 inches having been'registered at the Raglan County office. Personal. Mr H. Marsland has returned from a trip to Sydney and resumed duties at the office of the Raglan County Council. Mr and Mrs E. J. Quinn, one time residents of Ngaruawahia, have been spending a few days with friends here. Mrs F. Hall has returned to Ngaruawahia from a holiday spent at the Hot Springs, Waingaro. Methodist Church. Sunday was the Sunday school anniversary. In the morning the service was conducted by the Rev. Parker, of Frankton, and in the afternoon there was a general rally of Sunday schools, at which the children of the Te Kowhai, Kainui and Horotiu Sunday schools were present. The Ngaruawahia Presbyterian Sunday school was also present in a body. The -speaker for the afternoon was Mr Treloar, of Hamilton In the,evening the Rev. G. Hall spoke before a large congregation.

On Monday evening the Sunday school tea was held and the prizes distributed. Thanks are due to Mr and Mrs McConnell, whose efforts contributed largely towards the success of the function.

i GLEN MASSEY.

Opening of Mine. - In spite of the adverse weather expenienced, excellent progress is being made with, the laying of the branch railway to the new mine, and it will be ready for ballasting in a few days. The erection of the screens has been completed and power laid on ready for operations. Worls in other directions is being pushed on rapidly and it is confidently expected to have the mine running in two or three weeks. Farming. The shearing of the dry sheep has been completed on most of the surrounding farms and preparations are being made to commence shearing the ewes. Most farmers report good percentages of lambs, which are doing well. The backward season has adversely affected the dairy farmers, but the pastures are coming on rapidly and it is expected there will be a : large increase in butterfat this season. School Dance. Preparations are well in hand for a dance and social in aid of the School Picnic Fund, and a large financial return is expected. Church Services. Two Methodist services were held in the church on Sunday. In the morning Mr J. Maskell conducted the Service, while the evening preacher was Mr C. Westfield. Opening of Tennis. 'JTjte formal opening of the tennis courts, postponed from Labour Day on account'of the weather, took place onSaturday. There was a large attendance of members -and friends, and a very enjoyable afternoon was spent. ' The committee is to be congratulated on the excellent arrangements made for the successful carrying-out of the function. Personal. Mrs R. Gibson, of Hamilton, is visiting her father, Mr P. Lees. Miss E. Gumming, of Auckland, spent the week-end with her parents. Miss Hollis,"' of Dunedin, is the guest of Mr and Mrs Westfield. Mr and Mrs 11. V. Allender, of Auckland, have been visiting Mrs Nairn.

TE KOWHAI.

Farming Operations. The stormy conditions of the past month have hindered 1 farming operations and caused sloppy conditions in gateways and holding yards. Footsoreness is beginning to appear in a few cases among the herds, and suggestions for treatment would be timely. Supplies of milk 'and cream are said to be well ahead of previous years’ averages, and the cream contractors are running seven days weekly. Visit of Dandy Dozen. An enjoyable entertainment was put on at the hall by the popular Dandy Dozen. The worthy purpose of the performance was largely responsible for a good attendance, as the proceeds are devoted to the Children’s Summer Camp. An enjoyable programme was provided, practically all the items being encored. Mrs H. C. Ross, manageress and accompanist to the troupe, thanked the Te Kowhai people sincerely for their generous support. KAIHERE. Women’s Institute. Miss Lewis and Mrs Allen, of the Women’s Institute, addressed a meeting of ladies in the pavilion on Kalhere Domain with the object of forming a branch at Kaihere. Miss Lewis gave a very interesting address on Women’s Institutes in different parts of the world. The following officers were elected: —President, Mrs W. Benny; secretary, Mrs A. G. Davis; treasurer, Mrs A. Walters. After refreshments had been served Mrs Allen demonstrated some very useful articles made at different Women’s Institutes in other parts of the world. Farewell. On the eve of their departure from the district Mr and Mrs Elvidge were presented yvith a fountain pen and a beige bag. Mr Davis, who made the presentation, spoke in eulogistic terms of the good work done by Mr and Mrs Elvidge. i Mr Elvidge is leaving ,the district for the purpose of taking over the management of a stud farm nearPapakura.

ELSTOW-OTWAY.

Queen Carnival. The Elstow Queen Carnival Committee held a fair and dance in the local’ hall in aid of the Northern Queen. Stall-holders were: Sweets, Mrs F. M. Strange and Misses Wagstalf,

F. J. and E. Strange; sewing, Mesdames A. A. Wagstaff, W. A. Clark, Dale and Hooper; cakes, Mesdames G. Wagstaff, Galloway, Hines and Readhead; meat, Messrs W. A. Clark, H. Blackford, G. Wagstaff, W. T. Dale, F. Strange and W. J. Andrews. Other attractions were: Aunt Sally, in charge of Messrs Andrews and Stewart; the rifle range, in charge of Messrs R. Wagstaff and G. Andrews; darts, in charge of Mr E. Stewart; and Madame, the fortune teller. Competitions were a feature of the evening and handsome prizes were awarded to the winners. Prior to the serving of supper Mr W. A. Clark auctioned the unsold articles in the stalls. The floor was then cleared for dancing. Mrs Empson played muchappreciated dance music, and Mr E. Stewart made a capable M.G. Dancing continued till a late hour. The financial result of this final effort was decidedly gx-atifylng. Tug-of-war. Elstow’s tug-of-war team (Stembridge’s team) proved more than equal to their opponents at the recent Presbyterian bazaar in Te Aroha by winning all contests entered for. OHAUPO. i Sj.i « _ Tennis. During the week-end a large number of ladder matches were played in preparation for the matches which will commence next Saturday, when Ohaupo A team will travel to Rukuhia, and the B team will play Rukuhia B at Ohaupo. Some really good, and exciting games should be witnessed, as the teams are usually very evenly matched. Children’s Ball. Great preparation is being made for the children’s fancy dress ball on Friday night, and it should prove one of the big attractions of the year. The Weather. Beautiful spring weather is here at last and the paddocks are looking excellent, there being a great abundance of feed. The fanners’ ensilage paddocks will be cut shortly.