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AMERICAN RIVER.
September 2i. — On Friday last the formal
opening of the new institute hall was carried
out by Mrs. Nils Ryberg, of Adelaide, at the
invitation of the local Progress Association.
When Mrs. Ryberg had declared the hall open
the Nation Anthem and Song of Australia were
sung, and Mr. R. Wheaton, chairman ot the
Kingscote District Council, proposed a vote of
thanks to her, and referred to the progress
American River was making, and the great
asset the hall would be. He complimented the
residents on the excellent support they had
given the committee in enabling them to erect
such a fine structure at such a moderate cost.
Mr. C. W. Hughes, chairman of the Dudley
District Council, seconded the vote of thanks,
and pointed out the progress of the whole island
generally, and said though both councils were
at present working well together, they needed
the support of the residents to strengthen them
in their demands for better facilities for the
island. Songs were given by Mrs. J. Jensen
and Mr. J. M. Grimshaw. A Morris dance by
the Misses Wynnis Hughes, Popsy Lyrie, Clarice
and Ruby Bates, Lesley Hughes, and Ruth Lin-
net was very effective. Dancing followed to
the music of the Kingscote Melody Makers, who
gave their services free. A novel guessing
competition was introduced, the people being
asked to say now many nails were used in the
floor: Mr. P. Trethewey, of Cuttle Fish Bay,
won the gentlemen's prize, a pipe presented by
Dr. Edgar Brown, of Adelaide. A ladies' prize,
a brass bowl, going to Mrs. G. Turner, of
Shoal Bay. A hoop-la, run by Mr. G. Jelly,
helped to swell the funds. Supper was pro-
vided by the ladies. Dancing followed. The
committee of the Progress Association acknow-
ledged the generous manner in which Mr. K.
Lloyd, of Adelaide, and his party had collected
funds towards the building of the hall.
AUBURN.
September 29. — A fete in connection with the
Anglican Church was held in the institute on
Saturday. The opening ceremony was per-
formel by Dr. Melville Chinner, who was intro-
duced by the Rev. H. E. S. Dyson, The stall-
holders were: — Produce, Mesdames H. A. Ashton,
L. H. Giles, and Miss Boss; work, Mesdames
H. E. S. Dyson, M. Chinner, and H. A. Selway;
sweet, Mesdames McLean, and Brokenshire and
Misses McLean; fruit salad and sample stall,
Mesdames J. E. Maddern and P. C. Giles and
Misse Beryl and Joyce Maddern and Nicolai;
ice cream and cool drink, Mrs. Keuch and Misses
Meller and Dennison; cake, Mesdames A, Bray
and J. Tansell; tulip dip, Miss Dulcie Kelly;
afternoon tea, Mrs. A, Kirk and Miss Cunliffe
and the Misses C. and R. Kirk; Hoop-la — Rev.
H. E. S. Dyson and J. Tansell. There were
also several guessing competitions. — A very heavy
thunderstorm broke over the town in the evening,
accompanied by heavy rains, but despite the
weather good business was done. The takings
amounted to £52 10/. — On Friday last one of
the worst dust storms for many years was
experienced. Clouds of dust filled the sky
until late in the afternoon. Many of the
crops were beginning to show signs of the
dry conditions, but on Saturday morning rain
started, and showers fell at intervals during the
day. In the evening a severe thunderstorm
was experienced, and very heavy rains followed,
120 points being registered in some places.
This will be of inestimable value to the dis-
trict.
BARMERA.
September 25. — Saturday was one of the most
disagreeable days experienced for a long time.
A strong wind hurled clouds of dust in every
direction. A, large pine tree was blown down
across the Berri-road near the residence of Mr.
Bassham.
BOOBOROWIE.
September 25. — The welcome showers of rain
which passed over this district on Saturday and
Sunday last have materially altered the pros
pects of the coming season. Without being
unduly pessimistic it can be safely said that
Irom an agricultural point of view the pros
pects were^never worse at this time of year.
Fallowing has been at a standstill for several
weeks, and the haycut promises to be light,
although favorable rains from now on would
bring all crops up to the average. The wheat
Is thick enough, but very short. The recent
rain was very soaking but patchy, and regis
tered from SO to 60 points. Light as St was
a great improvement in the herbage is noted.
The rain was too light to assist ploughing,
but fallowing can be Droceeded with.
BURRA.
September 27. — A concert in aid of funds
for the Croquet Club at Aberdeen was held in
the Redruth Memorial Hall on Wednesday even
ing. A first-class programme was contribute.!
to by Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Pickering, Mrs. J.
P. Stephen, Messrs. P. L. Roeman, W. H. Spier,
J. ft. Arthur. Missea T. Radford, B. Woollacott,
Madge Pearce, T. Morton, Baulderstone, V.
Abbott, M. Radford. The accompanists were
Mesdames G. E. McDonald, G. Ham, E. A. W.
llaese, Mr. P. Rosraan, and Misg 0. Reed.
COCKBURN.
September 25.— The annual school pfcnlc took
place on Pine Creek, the property of Mr. O. H.
Barthodomaeus, at as the Trigg Dam. Four motor
lorries and' a number of cars conveyed the
picnickers. The secretary (Mr. M. S. Een
cedy) had a busy day in getting through a
programme of races and other events. A com'
mittee ot ladies attended to the luncheon. Mr.
Q. F. Menz (chairman of Ibe school committee)
acted as judge, assisted by Mr. F. CosteTlo.
Handicappers, Mr. M. Fisher, and Mr. J. A. Fla
herty; starter, Mr. J. B. Costello. Results: —
Three-legged race (boys) — L. Mclaerney and J.
Cdstello; K. Smith and V. Flaherty; (girls),
J«m Hickman and -Evelyn Manuel, Beaty Johns
and Kitty Fisher. Boys' Race (6 to 8 years)
— Frank Flaherty, Jack Asivortu, Russell Smith.
Girls' Race (6 to 8 years) — Nancy Hickman,
Barbara Davidson, Pat Gadier. Boys' ftace (8
to 10 years)— Pat Flaherty, Ceddie Mercer,
Andrew Dowd. Girls' Race (8 to 10 y«»r»)—
Connie Gadier, Evelyn Manuel, Jean Hickmaii.
Boys' Championship — U. Mclnemey, G. Menz.
Girls' Championship — Doreen. - Gadier. Boys'
Race (10 to 12 yean) — Tick Marks, Bruce
Mercer, Vin Flaherty. Girls' Race (10 to 12
yean) — Beatty Davidson, Amber White. Boys'
Race (12 yean and over) — George Menz, Len
Melnerney, Jim Oostcllo. Girls' Race (12 years
and over) — Hazel lane; Lilly Cornfoot, B».aty
Johns. Boys (under six years) — Peier Mina
lian, Murray Provis. Girls (under 6 years) —
Kathleen Smith. Consolation Race (boys under
31 years) — Colan Manuel, Mannlx Fisher. Con
solation Race (boys o\er 11 yean) — Ivan Mer
cer, Pat Meaney. Consolation Race (girls) —
Jessie Provis, Pat Gadier. Girls' Skipping
(under 11 yean) — Mavis Johns, Connie Gadier.
Girls' .Skipping '(over 11 years) — Doreen Gadier,
Beaty Johns. Old Scholars' Eace (boys)— N.
Manuel. T. Gadier, L. Flaherty. Old Scholars'
Eace (girls) — Mavis Manuel, Mable Lane.
Adults. — -Married Ladies' tiace — Mrs. A. Smith,
Mrs. a H. Marks. Single Ladies' Race— K.
Williamson, T. Fisher. Bowling at Cricket —
G. Megaw. Allcomers' Handicap — O. Mani»l,
W. Menz.— 4 strong wind, with dost, blew from
early on Saturday until a late hour at night,
piling drift sand against fences, breaking limbs
off the fow trees in the town. Riflemen had
a bad time on the local range, being almost
tlinded with sand while shooting Great -damage
has been done to pastoral areas.
CRYSTAL BROOK.
September 25. — The annual meeting of the
bowling club was held on Monday evening.
Mr. H. J. Frith presided. The secretary (Mr.
P. H. Giles) presented the report and balance
sheet. There are 46 active and five associate
members. Officrs elected:: — Patron, Mr. R. J.
Dennis; president, Mr. H. J. Frith; vicepresi
dents, Messrs. M. Western and W. J. Abell; Eec
rctary and treasurer, Mr. P. H. Giles; general
committee, president, vice-presidents, secretary,
and Messrs. P. Z. Uieaes, H. H. Pavy, N. N.
Robinson, H. E. Roberts, 0. C. Buttfield, and
J. G. Bridgman; green master, Mr. C. 0. Butt
neia; selection committee, jnessrs. jueass, ravy,
and secretary; rink captain, Mr. W. J. Abell;
ground social committee, Messrs. E. J. Kiely,
F. Heaslip, and W. J. Abell: general social
committee, Messrs F. J. Sieass, J. Symons, E. J.
Kiely,. B. Weston, J. Dennis, ana A. G. Head. —
The annual meeting of the tennis club was
held on Monday, when Dr. Q. H. Kendrew
presided. The secretary (Mr. P. Sehapel) pre
sented the annual report and balance-sheet.
Officers elected: — President Mr. A, J. Green;
vice-president, Dr. G. H. Kendrew; secretary and
treasurer, Mr. R. L. Ferguson; assistant secre
tary, Mr. V. Baldwin; captain, Mr. D. J. Cony;
vice-captain, Mr. D. Murdoch; practice cap
tain, Mr. C. J. Lucas. Afternoon tea committee,
Misses E. P. Green, R. Gray, A. Houston, G.
Nancarrow, A. Ford, and R. Carter; social com
mittee, MisseB R. Gray and I. Forgan, Messrs.
W. Holy oak and P. Hayes; selection commit
tee, captain, vice-captain, and secretary.
CAMBRAI
September 26. — A meeting of the Murray Elec
torate Committee of the Labor Party was held
in the institute recently. Delegates attended
from Murray Bridge and other places. Mr.
Collins, Labor member for the district, was
present, also Mr. F. Staniford. Afternoon tea was
served. Mr. Staniford was the guest of Mr. »nd
Mrs. J. V. Cousins over the week-end.
CLAYPANS.
September 28. — The Mountebanks, a variety
company, composed of Black Hill residents,
gave a concert in the Purnong District Hall on
Friday night. On the same night a school
concert was given by the Bow Hill 6chool
children and assisting artists, in the B--w Hill
District Hall. The proceeds were in aid of
the school funds. — As a result of improvements
and additions to telephone equipment at the
Wongulla post-office the main trunk line be
tween ilannum ana swan iieacii nas oeen con
siderably lightened of its overload of daily
calls. ' Wonjulla office is now a relay station
on the above telephone circuit. — A surprising
sequel lias arisen to the Forster-on-Murray
Association football final of September 15, when
Swan Reach (4 goals 13 behinds) beat Bow
Hill (4 goals 9 behinds). Bow Hill has pro
tested, it is understood, concerning the eligibility
of one of the Swan Reach players.. — As a resu t
of last Saturday's storm a jstreteh cf road
near Mr. William Towill's residence, that was
recently scooped clear of several leet ol drift
sand, became wholly submerged again, and several
cars flouniered, and were- unable to get out.
The gradual drift of tand from west to east
at this spot threatens to eventually cover in
Mr. Towill's dwelling unless steps are taken by
the Oaumamont District Council to check fbe
drift. — Mr. H. Borcmann has recently acquired
the Claypans block of Mr. Kau, of Tweedvale,
and has a considerable portion ol the scrub
cut down readj1 far burning. — The clerk to the
Couraamont District Council (Mr. A. M.
Richardson) has agreed to accompany Councillor
J. T. nalliday and meet a deputation of resi
dents on the sites of requested road repair* at
ckypans, as submitted by the Claypans Progress
Association, at an early date.— A meeting cl
the Clavpans Progress Association was held on
Thursday night in the Claypans Methodis
CJiurcli. Mr. R. I. B. Whiifield presiding. It
was decided to forward the £iu suosiay, re
quired by the Postmaster-General'3 Department
from the residents to support a third -weekl*
mail, during next week. Mr. W. E Ton-ill
proposed, and Mr. B. Schmaal seonded Tha.
the Caurnamont District Council be called upot
effectively to clear off sanl and safeguard again* i
further sand encroachment the road adjoining
Mr William Towill's residence, and that all sand
scooped from Iftis road in future be drawn
awaV in a northerly direction » A deputation
was arranged to meet Councillor HaUiday an-
Mr. A. M. Richardson on the cite of sugsested
road repairs, aj an early date.
COBDOGLA.
October 1.— The R.A.O.B. Lodge held its
annual ball on Thursday.— Local anglers have
met w'.tti Euesess lately. A number of large fish
have been taken from the river.— The first irri
gation is almost completed. The second will
begin on Saturday.
CARRIETON.
Sentember 29. — On September 22 the annual
Carrietbn and Johnbnrg Methodist picnic wbjb
held at Pamatta Station. A duetstorm raged
and several cars on the Carrieton-road were
compelled to stop. It was impossible to see
the road with aH lights full on. At Fa
matta all outdoor sports had to be abandoned.
Everybody adjourned to the spacious wool shed,
where dinner and tea were served. StaUs
were in cliarge of Mesdames B. J. Sharpe,
Misses Jean and Ruby Hardy, and Colin Ares
bury Competitions were won by Mesdames
John Read. H. P. Blucher, Mr. G. Anesbury,
and Mr. H. P. Bluchc-r, and Barbara 3rewster.
Mesdames E. Hardy, R. k. Neal, T. Kagless,
Dodd, Kindly, and Grave were in charge of
the catering. MeBdames E. Hardy and M.
Seal carried out the secretarial duties. _ The
takings amounted to £38. — At a meeting at,
thPresidenee ot Mr. R. A. Keal, Old yanyame,
tt «.oo A^nMiui tn..hri\a the annual YanyfilTi*
picnic race meeting on October 11, in the pad
dock of Mr. T. M. Williams. The following
were elected to the various positions: — Patron,
Mr. F. W. Whyte; president, Mr. T. M. Wil
liams; handicapper, Mr. J. Heid; judge, Mr. T.
M Williams; clerk ot scales, Mr. M. YateT;
starter, Mr. G. McDonald; stewards,
Messrs. J. Hoare. W. F. Canny, J.
Heid, Q. McDonald, T. Finlay; committee,
Messrs. P. Reid, W. Xeylan, M. Williams, T.
Reid, H. Bagless, M. Reid, A. Hilder, S. Jones,
J. Reid, E. Stcinke, Ray Fisher, T. Reid, J.
Baker, J. Shephard, B. Larwood, F. W. Frank*,
O. Steinke, T. Williams, E. larkey. J. Reid,
J. Fanrher, J. Canny, and H. Neal; secretary,
R. A. Keal. It was decided to have the
following wees: — Trial Stakes, Yanyarrie Handi
cap, Cricketers' Hacks, Flying Handicap, Dis
trict Hack Race, and Hurry Scurry. A baJ
will be held In the evening. — On Friday night
and early on Saturday morning there ,wab a
severe thunderstorm and rain fell during the
night On Saturday evening there were eevere
thunder and lightning for over two hours. JTost
of the distant telephone ? tubscribers -were dis
connected owing to rtrong winds. Up till
Sunday morning the following Mis of rain
-were registered: — Carrietoir, 08 points; Oid
Yanyarrie, 96; Wilchata, 116; Pamatta, -39;
Oladdie, 126; Belforest 78; Merndal, 100; Wil
ila, 105. Several creeks are in flood and
fences have been w'ashed away. This rain
?will help destroy the grasshoppers, which are
prevalent, and may be in time to save some
of the crops, although the majority are too
scorched to recover. In some cases stork
Jiave been turned on to what remains of 6e\e
ral crops. Several stations have their wool
clip hung up owing to the shipping strike, it*
the railways cannot cope with the freight. Shear
ing operations are finished in the district
DOWLINGVILLE.
September 26. — A gale raged here all day
Saturday. A large gum tree at Mr. G. li.
Whitraker's wbb uprooted, and at another farm
a shed was unroofed. Several small struc
tures were blown over at various hauses Mr.
A. Du'schke, at Petersville, had the roof bliwn
ott.'»Jie ciiaff shed and broken tq pieces, and a
lot of chaff in the shed was whirled away. He
estimates his loss at about £50. Mr. James
Harniers residence at Winulta also had the lop
of the chimney blown over.
DOWLINGVILLE.
September 29.-^-One of the best rains for the
soason fell this afternoon and evening, when
about an inch waB registered. This will make
a great improvement to the crops, which were
s'jffering on account of the dry weaUicr and
wind, some of the heads being tippci in some
places. The Ardrossan Choral Society gave a
concert in the Dowlingville Hall on Wednes
day evening to a ffood audience. The proceeds
were dividei between the Winulta Church aui
the local hall funda
EDITHBURGH
September 2G. — In the presence of a large
congregation the Bishop of Adelaide (Right
Rev. A: Nutter Thomas) conducted a ccnnrnia
tion service in the St. Mary's Clnirch on Wed
nesday evening, when the following fcvre con
finned: — Misses E. Oldland, J. Kemp, V. Hein
rich, A. O'Leary, Messrs. L. Bramkj V.
tframiey, s. uraraiey, ana it. ? newton. ai
the conclusion of the service the congregation
assembled in the Parish Hall for the pi'uwi-e
of a social evening in order to biing the
Bishop in close touch with the people of the
church. The Kev. A. Thrush presided. Mr.
W. Baker welcomed the Bishop on b«!.alf of
the congregation, and Dr. Thom.ia rssponded.
Musical 'items were rendered by Misses E. Lie
rich, E. Stebhins, E. Davey, E. Jornsor., C.
Baker, and Dare, and Messrs. H. Jordan, Rev.
A. Thrush, and 1). Howard, after which a daii.ty
supper was provided by the ladies. ?
FRANCES.
September 25. — Messrs. Bennett & Fisher,
Karracoorte, recently effected the sale cf Mr.
C. A. Malone's Binnum homestead property,
comprising about 5,000 acres, to Mr. G. Logoe,
Unley, at a satisfactory figure. The sanie
buyer also purcliased a large tract of scrub
country in the vicinity. — During Saturday and
Sunday about half an inch of rain fell, but a
much heavier fall would be welcomed, although
crops and grass are still holding out well.
Several sheds have started shearing, but it nill
be a couple of weeks before the work is
general.
FREELING.
September 25. — Arbor Day was observed in
the Freeling public school on Friday. Special
lessons in relation to trees and birds were given
by the head teacher (Mr. E. W. Knightley),
and several trees were planted. During the
afternoon, the chairman of the school commit
tee (Mr. L. Jones) and the head teacher (Mr.
E. W. Knightley) motored a party of upper
grade boys to Roseworthy College, where they
were shown round by Mr. Gilbert. Afternoon
tea was served. A vote of thanks was proposed
to the officials by Master Owen Bockmann, sup
ported by Master Havold Rohde (both of
Freeling).
FARINA.
September 2S. — Last Wednesday the annual
bazaar in connection with the local branch of
the District Trained Nursing Society was held in
the hall. Mr. D.- P. Gordon, of Myrtle Spring
station, declared it open. The proceeds amounted
to £78. The staUhoHers were: — Work and
fancy, Mctdames A. Dow. V. J. Collins, and R.
M. Bell; sweets. Misses A. Martin and R. Jolin
sm; flowers. Miss E. Martin; children's lucky
dip, Miss I. Eastjer; afternoon tea and dance
supper, Mesdames T. Davies and E. J. Martin.
The ugly man competition was wou by Mr. D.
G. Quin by a wide margin. Other contestants
were Messrs. R. A. Cain and R. D. Webb. In the
evening a dance was held, those supplying the
music being Mrs. A. Dawson (piano) and Messrs.
L. Payne. A. Simmons, and M. Arnold (aecor
deon).' — The surrounding country is in a shock
ing condition as the result of no rain and dust
storms. The salttush brought up by the June
rains came on well at first, but eariy hot weather
— one day last wc-ek 100 deg. in shade — soon
took a toll, ar.d what remained was carried away
by the d'jststorms. The 2S5 points of rain for
the 3-ear is only 34 poitns better tlian the total
for 1027. Reports fram the Innamincka track
are anything bat bright. One station. Murn
pepwie, is said to be closing down at the end of
this moiith, and only a skeleton staff is being
retained ;n the capacity of caretakers. All the
sheep from tbis station have been removed that
epuld possibly be moved. Thousands of others
either perished or were slaughtered on the run.—
Tbe daiiper of inexperienced motorists attempting
to negotiate the Farina to Innamincka track can
be se'-n by the report brought in by the mail
driver yesterday, fie reports having come acroEs
a party believed to have come from Largs Bay,
and consisting of two women, three children, and
a man. When found they were in a bad way,
having been without food for two days, and had
got down to drinking the water from the radiator
of their car. which had broken down with engine
trouble. Ha-1 it not been mail day tbis party
would have certainly perished, as they were 60
miles from water, in, the dreaded Cobbler Cross
ing sandhills. As it is there is a likelihood of
the youngest child dying. Even the most expe
rienced bushmen lose their way out along that
track, as witness the fact of Mr. C. H. Goode,
inspector of pastoral Jeases, who was accompanied
by Detective Dayman, getting off the track in a
duetstorm and having to camp the night eight
miles off the track. — Constable Ridge, of Mun
geianie, has been transferrcl on account of that
station being closed down, to Innamincka to take
the place of Mounted-Constable Se Pury, who
has been arrested in connection with the wrong
ful issue of certificates for wild dogs' scalps.
GREENOCK.
September 28. — On Wednesday, September 26,
the local school committee paid the school their
annual visit. The members watched the classes
at work, and were pleased -with the wark being
done. Later the children assembled in the
upper room, where they were addressed by Messrs.
W. Xenke. T. Kemieh, and 0, Werner (chair
man), each of whom urged the children to make
the most of their opportunities. A half-holiday
was then granted the teachers and scholars, who
were thus afforded an opportunity of attending
the Na:n school picnic in the afternoon. After
the proceedings had been brought to a close the
head teacher (Mr. F, A. Kingston) conducted
the visitors around the -school gardens, which,
demonstrated the enthusiasm and interest in
agriculture. ' In the afternoon a large number
of Greraock inhabitants went to Nain, where a
most enjoyable time was 6pent' at the school
picnic. Competitions and races added interest
to the proceedings. Afternoon tea was served
by the ladies, and during the afternoon oranges,
apples, sweets, and peanuts -were distributed
among the picnickers. The Freeling band Ten
dered several selections. Members of the school
committee thanked all present for making the
function such a great success. A well-attended
dance was held in the evenin?. — On Thursday
evening the Marananga band gave a concert in
the Greenock Institute to an appreciative audi
ence, as a result of which the band funds will
benefit to the extent of over £9t The con
tributing artists were: — Members of the Mara
nanga and Tanuda btndi, and songi by Mia T.

Kieemann and Mr. Bex Radford; recitations by
Miss Bona Powell and Mr. Wallace; trombone
solos by Mr. Frank John {Tanunda Band); and
cornet solas by Messrs. B. Spaeth and ~B. John
(Tanunda Band). Mr. Carl Roennfejdt rendered
a liumorous recitation, ahd'twa farces, ''Opposing
the New Schoolhouae' .and ' A Temporary
Squire,' were given by the company. Dancing
followed.
HAMMOND.
September 24.— -The Hammond school picnic
was held on September IS at Muttabee. The
interest manifested in the children was shown
by the representative gathering. The commit-!
tee thank Messrs. S. Hook. W. Case. A. Schiller,
and Mr. and Mrs. J. Boorke lor their assistance..
Dinner and tea were- served on the ground by
parents and friends, Fruit and nuts were dis
tributed. Sports results: — Children under 6,
N. Pearoe; Junior boys, P. Pearce; senior boys,
S. O'Donoghue; junior girls, B. Cadd; senior
girls, G. Pearoe; high iurop, boys under 6, D.
Barker; high jump, junior boys, B. Barker and
£. Vivian, tie; high jump, senior boys, B. Barker;
. high jump, junior girls, B. Cadd; high' jump,
senior girls. T. Grodenough; hop, step, and
jump, junior bays, B. Barker; hop, step, and jump,
senior boys, D. Pearce; three-legged race far boys,
P. Pearce and B. Barker; three-legged race for
girls, G. Pearce and' A. Goodenough; allcomers.'
race for boys, Bt Barker; allcomers' race far
girls, G. Pearce.
HOYLETON.
September 27. — A meeting of the local branch
of the Agricultural Bureau was held ia the
Institute on September 26. Mr. C. J. S»ndow
presided, and others present were Messrs. W.
Chapman (secretary), J. B. Hamp, B. Sandow,
S. Saunders, M. E. Przyibilla, A. P. Graham, P.
Saunders, _L. and W. Scholz, P. Simon, W. J.
Cooper, U. Simon, C. Chapman, 0. Hyde, A. B.
Baum, E. Sandow, N. Jericho, and C. Baum.
The district representative (Mr. Johnson), also
Mr. Aleook (representative for the Mount Gam
bier district) were present, and gave interesting
addresses. The committee resolved to arrange
a local crop competition. The president and
Messrs. B. Simon and B. Sandow reported on
their visit to the congress in Adelaide during
Show week, and to the Waite Agriculture Insti
tute.
HANSON.
September 29. — Hanson made another step
forward when the newly built Methodist Hall
was officially opened on Saturday afternoon.
Although the long-looked for rain had begun to
fall it did not deter local people
from attending. However the necessary
open-air service was got through be
tween showers. The devotional portions were
taken by the Revs. W. 0. Harris, circuit minis
ter, E. L&wson, Eooringa, and Master Howard
Turner, one of the senior scholars, Miss Avis
Xoill presiding at the organ. Mr. James Bogers,
treasurer of the trust, and one who was born
and reared in the district, and who had labored
for both its and the church's interest, declared
the hall open. Before this ceremony Mr.
Bog-erg read the financial statement which showed
that although the hall and furnishings had cost
over £1,300 the debt was only £264 18/6.
Mr. Rogers also referred to the alteration of ths
district as when he was a lad it was a sheep
run, but was now one of the best and moat
reliable farming districts of the mid-north. In
declaring the hall open he hoped it would prove
a menus of benefit and advancement to the
young people of the town. - The building 6tands
on a block of land alongside the Methodist
Church. The interior of the ball is 40 z 26
ft., with a well equipped kitchen at the rear,
measuring 10 x 25. The hall will supply a Ions
felt want, apart from its use as a fiunday
school. The Sunday-school scholars formed a
guard of honor through which the visitors
passed. A high tea was afterwards served in
the hall by Mesdames B. J. and Albert Dixon,
C. P. Turner, Jack Dixon, Lowe, W. Ku1.*, Arthur
Dixon, B. Mickel, Misses Avis and Ida Neill,
SL and E. Dixon. I. Edwards, M. Gosling, and
H. E. Brinkworth. In the evening a concert
was given by Burra friends before an apprecia
tive audience. Those who assisted were Mes
dames E. A. Haese, J. P. Stephen, Bev. E. Law
eon, Mr. H. J. Jennison, Mr. E. A. Haese,
Misses B., L. and S. Harris, B. Woollacott, and
Madge Pearce. Accompanistes. MesdameB G. E.
McDonald and Haese. At the conclusion the
Bev. Harris sincerely thanked everyone who had
assisted to make the concert and the whole efforc
so successful. A supper followed.
HAMILTON.
October 1. — After a severe duststorm on Fri
day, strong winds blew on Saturday, and in the
? latter part of the afternoon tbx-re was a. thunder
storm. Eighty-five points of rain were regis
tered. This will be very beneficial to the crops.
— The tennis club will play the first match
for tliis season on October G against Waterloo.
JAMESTOWN.
September 26. — On Tuesday evening the
members of the fieturned Soldiers' League met
at the Jamestown Hotel to say farewell to Mr.
John Paddon, who is leaving ' Jamestown. Mr.
T. S. Brown (vice-president) in presenting a
token of appreciation (which was made by a
partially blinded soldier) spoke of the interest
Mr. Psddon had taken in the branch. Messn.
Heuzenroeder, Penna, Gerlach, and BSscoznbe
supported. — There was a large gathering of
ladies at the clubhouse of the tennis and golf
clubs on Thursday last, when farewell was said
to Miss Ailsa Paddon, who is leaving Jamestown'
Miss Paddon has been an active member of
both clubs. Mrs. ' C. W. Pinacll, president
of the golf em-, expressed the regret of the
clubs at losing such a good worker and player.
On behalf of members of the clubs she presented
Miss Padion with a pretty momento as a
token of appreciation and wished her happiness.
Miss E. Naismith on behalf of members of the
tennis club also spoke.
KAPUNDA. ,
September 26. — The annual meeting of the
Glenalvin Tennis Club was held recently. The
president (Mr. A. F. Mayger) occupied the
chair. The balance-sheet showed a credit.
Officers elected: — President, Mr. A. F. Mayger;
secretary and treasurer, Mr. V. ft. Maygcr;
general committee, Messrs. W. Holt, E. K. Jeffs,
S. Hitchens, president, and secretary; captain,
Mr. E. K, Jeffs; vice-captain, Mr. S. Hitchens;
auditors, Messrs. C. Pickering and L. Marshall;
delegates, Mr. W. Holt and secretary; proxy
delegate, Mr. E. Jeffs; selection committee, the
captain, vice-captain, and president; ladies'
committee, Mrs. A, F. Mayger, Mrs. L. O. Mc
Carthy, Misses Bensch, Shakeshaft, and Uussell.
It was decided to enter a B grade team in. the
Barossa and Light Association.
KIMBA.
September 25. — On Saturday a football team
selected from Eimba Association journeyed to
AVudinua to meet tJie Wudinna Association. The
home team proved too strong for the visitors,
and ran put easy winners. — Mrs. Quinlan, whs
is on a holiday, is the guest of her daughter,
Mrs. G. Evans. — The effects of. the shipping dis
pute are being keenly felt by residents of this
district. The mail arrangements have been dis
located, -which goes to strengthen the claims
for a railway line to Port Augusta. — The local
school football team played a match against a
combined team representing Oortlinye, Pinka
willinie, and Canyarie on the Cortlinye grounds.
After a hard tussle the Eimba boys won by
three paints.
KAPUNDA.
September SO. — A fair, in aid of the Baptist
Church was held on Thursday afternoon, and even,
ing. The proceeds amounted to about £50. The
fair waa opened by the mayoress (Mrs. T. S.
Davie), who was presented with a posy by June
.Drever. Stallholders: — Sweets, Mrs. E. Ansell
(convener), Misses Buxton (2) and Ansell (2):
produce, Mrs. Gunther; cake, Mrs. F. Ansell
(convener). Mesdames Green and Robertson;
fancy, Miss Robertson (convener), Miss B. Ansell;
afternoon tea. Mesdames McLean and Watson
(conveners), Mrs. Ellis, Mrs. Williams, Misses
Watson, Drever, and Sharpe;-work, Mrs. Barron
(convener), Mrs. Wehr, ani Miss Motile; chil
dren's corner. Misses Esma Burgess (convener)
and Beatrice Holt. The following musical pro
gramme was rendered: — Overture, Misses E.
Pascoe and T. Johanson; solos, Mrs. Haworth,
Mrs. Letcher, Mrs. Murray. (Stockport), ani Mr.
W. Truscott; duet, Messrs. A. and E. Farrow;
quartet, Messrs. A. and E. Farrow, Nankeville;
and Miller.
LOXTON.
September 26. — The Wunkar Football Club
ktld a social on Monday evening. Mr. J. Butter*

field was chairman, and presented medals to p.
Bees, for fairest and best player (presented by
Mr! V U PaiBons, H.H.R.). Res Tlciurlch re
ceived a medal lor being the most consistent
player (presented by Mr. A. Butterfield) The
most popular player was adjudged to be W.
Nairn (medal presented by Mr.- J. Butterfield),
and the most improved played, Wally Heinrich
(presented by Mr. B. Golding). Presentations
were made to W. Heinrich (secretary) and H.
Bowman. — The annual meeting of the tiM
Guides was held on Thursday last, when the
fallowing officers were elected: — President, Mrs.
H. 0. Neuenkirahen; vice-presidents, Mesdames
W E Baker, Hugo Drabsch, and O. W. Meier;
secretary. Miss P. Queen; committee, Mesdames
H. A. Elingberg, W. Shannon, 0. V. Sior, F. E.
Stennett. O. Tanko. B. W. Marsh, L. R. ChraU
B 0. Watson, and W. M. Webber. The guides
have made good progress during the year under
Miss Meier.— A dance was held at Pyap Central
on Saturday in aid of the Pyap Central School
funds. Mr. E. J. Tschirpig is chairman of the
school committee, and Mr. Boy Woon secretary.
The takings were £9 10/. The Mantung Jazz
Band provided the music.
LONGWOOD.
October 1. — Members of the Longwood branch
of the Agricultural Bureau visited Messrs. Gurr
Bros.' poultry farm on September 2-9. A
heavy thunderstorm, with a nice rain, put mem
bers in good spirits.
MOUNT SCHANK.
September 26. — The Mothers' Uoion met lart
Thursday afternoon. Thers was a good at
tendance. ' Mrs. Hewitson presided, «nd also
gave an instructive address on the opening of
the 'Maty Summer House,' in Hampshire, Eng
land, by Princess Mary Countess Lascelles. She
stated that the home was subscribed to bj
members of the union throughout- th« -world,
at & cost of about £58,000, and is niw fully
paid for. — Jack Fox, a Mount Schank buy. was
successful In winning the prize for the best es
say written on a trip that the Mount Oambier
high school paid recently to Adelaide, at the
invitation ol the Pulteney Oranunar
School. — Heavy gales have been experienced dar
ing the last week. Work in the own fields
has been impossible. Henvy rains have also
fallen; these have done immense good, and the
crops are showing a marked improvement. Some
very good potato ' yields have been recorded,
but the market price has been triost disappoint
ing. A -great increase is notioeabl* in the
mule supply, many herds coming into full .profit
during August, and the early part of September.

Milk is collected eaco day now by a visitinfl
lorry, and the local factory is receiving a good
supply. The lambing season has bson ouite
up to expectations, and many flocks have
shown more than the average. One 5ock ac
counted for 60 pairs of twins in one week,
and one sheep was accountable for four lambs.
MONASH.
September 25. — The* bud-burst seems to be
excellent, and prospects point to a big crop of
sultanas and currants. The other classes of
vines axe not yet fully out. The apricots
and peaches have set their fruit very weil in
deed. The irrigation seems to be pushing
along now, although settlers are disappointed at
the number of hold-ups with the consequent
delays in their seasonal work. Many have
been unable to touch the ploughing as their
ground has been so hard -without the water.
A fault in the channel recently meant a delay
of a few .days. The crops put in for bay
which looked so well a few weeks ago have
suffered badly through the absence of rain.
Winds have also played havoc with a number
ot them. However, although some of them
have practically gone altogether, there are some
which are holding out remarkably well — crops
which were put in on land well fallowed. Given.
a ruin in the near future there is still hope
of a fair cut off a few of these crops at the
back of the settlement. The duststorm on
Saturday will be Tejnembered for a while, even
if it is just a reminder of the happenings ot
twelve months ago. The morning started off
with a heavy wind from the north-west, but It
got stronger, and by abont 11 a.m. it was diffi
cult to see any distance ahead. A motor garage
belonging to Mrs. Cook, collapsed, and Tacks
were severely strained, portions being blown off.
Fortunately there seems to have been little
damage to the trees and vines. One could
almost imagine the apricots being stripped of
their fruit, but it hung well. Almonds shed
a lot of fruit.
MERIBAH.
September 84. — On Friday, visiting day was
observed at the Meribah School. There was a
large attendance ot parents; The usual routine
Of work was carried out by the children. Physi
cal exercises and singing- finished, up the morn
ing's work. The children were then addressed
by the chairman of the school committee (Mr. W.
T. Tonng), who congratulated the chlldrai_and
also their teacher (Mr. Smith). Mrs. A. C
BrockhoS and Messrs. A. 0. Brockhoff and K.
H, Cart Also addressed the children, Mr. Smith

responded. The chairman granted the children
a half holiday. Great excitement prevailed
just as the children were dismissed. A military
aeroplane circled twice over the town and then
came to earth in Mr. E. Mundy's paddock, about
a mile from the town, ' Parents and diildreu.
motored down to the spot, and were all very
interested in the machine. This was the first
aeroplane some of the children had seen. The
plane was on its way to Loxton, but had lost
its bearings, eo the pilot decided to land and
make enquiries. — One of the worst dust storm3
since the last day of 1927, passed over here on
Saturday last. The wind blew with terrific
force all day. An office belonging to Verco
Bros., in the railway yard, was blown over.
Flower gardens wore destroyed, and crops suf
fered terribly. — During last veek a working
bee arranged by the school committee, to build
a broom bush shelter shed was held at llw
school; about 14 parents attended. The shed,
which measures 30 ft. x 15 ft., will be a great
Loon to the children during the summer.
McLAREN VALE.
September 25. — A terrific storm raged through
out the. district on Saturday, and much damage
was caused, sheds, haystacks, house rots, teie
graph poles, being lifted, and in several cases
carried away. At Seaview a currant shed was
so severely dealt with that only one post was
left standing. At the top of Stump Hill, the
entrance to the town, the electric light wires
swayed, setting alight to Mr. Ge_orge Hunt's
pines, and with great .difficulty the flames were
got under control. Motor cars travelling with
footballers by way of Meadows -to Milang, had
the hoods torn off. Telephone communication
was severely interfered withj and direct cam-'
municatlon with cantral was difficult, only one
truck line standing up to the strain. On 'the
Eangarilla-road the' truck line to Strathalbyn
was broken for several miles, and it ? was notice
able that many giants of trees had been broken
off to the buts. - Many local subscriber*' lines
were badly interfered with. On Monday it was
found that vines and .stone fruit trees as well as
wheat crops bad been considerably damaged.
Advanced wheat crops were flattened to the
ground, and in many orchards well sot fruit
had been damaged, and in many cases the green
almonds and apricots wtfe simply littered around
the trees. All fruit trees -*a .tip western ddc
of orchards where the wind was blowing most
fieicely and trees exposed- are an blacken^d^and
the leaveB' will drop. The prune, o^tp ~wiE be
jonstderably hindered. The vities taited bfc far
'She wont, bright green eldi on Friday ia parts

are now a black mass, the blast of wind blacken- ?
ing leaves, and small bunches, also breaking off
shoots. TVhat few sultanas there are in the
district were absolutely burnt black. McLaren
tale proper was affected most, and it appears
that vineyards nearer the coast got the biggest
blast of wind. With Greenasche variety the
growth was cut badly, but fortunately few
bunches were injured. The opinion of one of
the most extensive growers of the district is
that 60 per cent, of Shiraz have been partly
ruined, but these will probably shoot their base
buds on their rods, and makes a suggestion to
cut off all forward shoots which were cut black.
These are of no use for grapes this year, and
he says it Is no use leaving these shoots as
they will only burst latrels out. Pulling these
clean off will help to force buds that have re
mained dormant on the rods. Currant vines
have been burnt badly, but it is not likely
they will be effected to the same extent as wine
grapes. An estimate of the damage done is
hard to get, but authorities say they would not
-be surprised to see a 60 per cent, drop on the
crop. McLaren Flat has not fared so- badly,
but perhaps 34 to 35 per cent, damage has been
done. Potato crops were badly burnt, but it
is thought that as only the outsi-ie leaves were
burnt it will not severely affect growth. Sain
is badly needed in the district.
MYPOLONGA.
September 26. — The duststorm experienced
over the district on Saturday will be long re
membered, as hundreds ot cases of oranges were
blown to the ground, and Che small orange tree*
had their young shoots destroyed. The burst*
ing buds were scattered in the wind, and the
green nlmondB were massed round the trees.
Sultanas, that were snowing a prosperous har
vest, were burnt black. The wheat crops are
badly in need, of rain. .. Most of the early-sown
crops are bursting into head, and the later ones
are suffering considerably as the result of thfl
dry spell. From an agricultural point ot view,
the prospects were never worse at this time of
the year,
MINLATON.
September 29. — The annual meeting of the
Mi&aton Glee Club was held recently, when
there was a grtd attendance of members. Tho
president (Mr. H. L. Chambers) resigned. Mr.
Seddon condratulatei Mr. Chambers on the good
work he had accomplished during his-tenn of
office, and voice? the regret ot the. members at
tite step he had taken. A hearty vote of thanks
was accorded him. Mr. E. B. Crocker spoke in

appreciation of the good work done by tbe con
ductor and members dining the .rear, special
mention being made of tbe compotWIfcn work.
Officers elected: — Conductor, Dr. P. Clarke; pre
sident, Mr. E. B. Crocker; secretary. Miss AL
Schulz; assistant secretary, Miss G. Bipwa;
pianist, MisB Trehearuc; librarian, Mrs. T. Car
ter. All officers, with Mrs. V. B. Roberts, to
lovm committee.
MILANG.
October 1. — On Friday afternoon there wat
«. lavge gathering of patents and children at
tending the local school to make a presenta
tion and bid farewell to Miss M. Jenkins, ? who
lias been teaching at the local 6chool for 10
years, and has resigned on account of her
mother's health. A hand bag and contents were
presented to Miss Jenkins by Joyce Pearson
on behalf of the children. Mr. D. Turvey
(chairman), Mr. E. Xcwell (secretary), and
Hev. F, Krob'en, of the school committee, and
Mr. Schwartz (head teacher) a!l regretted Miss
Jenkins's clepartuie. — On Saturday the tenniB
club opened the Beacon by playing a match
between two teams selected from the local
players. A social was held in the evening. —
On Saturday evening the local branch of the
Agricultural Bureau held a meeting. Delegates
reported congress matters
MOONTA.
September 29. — The Mjtmta Bay Improvement
Committee held its first annual meeting on
Thursday evening. The mayor (Mr. L. Ben
nett) presided. ? The treasurer (Mr. R. I. Swan)
presented : he balance-sheet, which showed that
of the £ 2,000 vesteJ in the committee by the
Back to Moonta pa??ant committee, £1,300
had been expended in improvements at the Bay,
anJ the remaining available funds amounted to
a little over £700. The secretary (Mr. W. J.
Reed) submitted a comprehensive revort of the
operations of the committee from the outset, and
made many suggestions for t!ie future guid
ance of the committee in prosecuting
the.r scheme of improvements. T!ie improve
ments already carried out, as disclosed by 'lie
report, were: — Extension of the electric light
cable from the town to the Bay; construction of
reinforced concrete promenade walls ana walks,
with steps leading down to the beach; four con
crete pillars, each 18 ft. high, to carry the cable
and foreswore lights; water service connection,
with press tap and hyjenic drinking fountain;
pa?kii;f; area for cars, seats and steps, and recon
struction of the public lavatories. Other work*
contemplate:! in the nc-ar future were: — Oeta
gonal shelter shej, large open shelter shed, two
bal.!iin-* s!n-ds. equipment for children's pJay
ground, camping area, improving reserve, &o.
In moving the adoption of the report and
balance-sheet, the chairman said it was a pleasure
to be associated with the secretary and treasuTjr.
Mr. A. P. Ycomans (one of the audi
tors), in seconding the motion. said
he liad never seen records better
kept. Messrs. H. A. Prat ten and R. C. Kitto sup
ported the motion, which was carried. It was
decided to place on record the committee's
lush appreciation of the services of the secre
tary and treasurer. The executive, officers, and
committee were re-elected. Executive — Presi-
dent, Mr. L. Bennett (mayor) : vice-president?,
Messrs. T. H. Hooper, R. C. Kitto, and C. H.
Martin; lion, secretary, Mr. Vr. J. Heed; hon.
treasurer, Mr. R. I. Swan; and Mr. T. P. Couch;
committee, Messrs. R. S. Richards. M.P.. C. \V.
Bowden, W. T. Bowden. W. Bowden,
G. E. Page, J. H. Terry, H. \V. Ren
dell, Mrs. T. H. Hooper, and Miss L.
Tosscll; auditors, Messrs. A. P. Yeoma:i9 and
fi. N. Bennett. The remaining: portion of the
evening took the form of a 6ocial, vhen three
toasts were honored, in addition to that of
'The King.' Mr. W. J. Reed gave 'The town
and district of Moonta,' and in concluding, said
he felt that, despite the records of the past,
the future had greater record in store. The
mayor, in responding, said they were naturally
proud of their, town, which had played each a
prominent part in the history cf the State. Mr.
R. C. Kitto gave 'The pioneers.' The pioneers
.in local mining, he said, were unlike the pio
neers in agriculture. The former came out
alright, whereas it was of ten* the other way about
in agriculture.
Mr. John Symons responded in a reminiscent
speech. He had been on the Peninsula for fio
years. He was not a pioneer, bjt was one
of the first generation of school boys at Moonta
Mines. He related the history of the town and
district from the first that he knew of it. in
cluded in the long list of pioneers he men
tioned were Messrs. Charles Drew, Luke Furnor
(first and second mayors respectively), S. Hos
siter, D. Buzza, C. A. Mooiy, J. Ashton, \V.
Cowling, Thomas Jones, John Fivcash, G. T.
Crurehett, W. J. Phillips, J. R. Corpe. H. R.
Hancock, J. Warren, G. F. Wyatt, E. Major. T.
Berriman, C Smith, John Butson. R. K. Kitt\
W. S. Olifent, J. Bentley, Tom Cowling, C.
Kitto, W. H. Hawke, Lomman and Freeman, J.
and P. Roach, and many others. A few of
their descendants were still here.
McLAREN VALE
October 1. — In rather boisterous weather the
McLaren Vale School CommiLtee held a children's
day on the school grounds on Saturday. The
proceeds, fvrmi which will be donated to school
committee funds. About 300 people with ISO
children were present. The day took the form
of a carnival with pet show. Children's ponies,
fancy and humorous costumes, decorated bicycles,
pera'ms, and push carts. Athletic events as well
as inside exhibits, which Consisted of several
classes, and included collection of wild flowers,
cookery, best cleaned piar of boots, &e. Mr.
P. H. Black (chairman) school committee, in
troduced Mr. W. T. Shapter, a former head
master, asking him to declare the day open, and
in doing so he wished the committee every suc
cess in their effort. He was presented with a
buttonhole by Gvven Rose, a grade 1 scholar.
During ihe afternoon the newly formed school
band, under the leadership of Mr. A. Adams and
the McLaren Vile Brass Band, under the leader
ship of Mr. G. Hilditeh, played selections, and
was much appreciated. A show ring was formed
and the parade of pets, which numbered over 30,
caused much amusement, and include:1, goats,
ponies, opossums, cats, pigeons, do;^, bantams.
Fancy and humorou* costumes numbered 70, and
some excellent costumes were on show. Jack
and Tom Perry created much amusement with
their goat and goat cart. The exhibits dis
played in the schoolroom made a good show.
There was a splendid display of cookery done by
children. The entry for cleaned boots numbered
over 20, for which a special prize was offered,
end was won by L'.oyd Price. The judges, Mrs.
K. Hall, Miss Kay, Messrs. T. W. McMwtrie,
H. J. Reeves, C. T. Trezise, had a difficult
task to perform. Trophies and cash prizes
?were given by local residents. Poultry, cool
drinks, cakes were generously given for competi
tions. Mrs. R. Oliver, sen., presented each
child who had failed to win a prize, with a
bag of lollies, and many special prizes were
given, for work shown. Mr. B. W. Oliver was
secretary, and was assisted by ? committee con
sisting1 of P. H. -Black (chiarma:i at eommitlM?)
A. Adams (headmaster), E; R. J. GateB, Bert
Price, Ern Hunt, M. Heath, and Mrs. EM Sea
man, also many willing helpers. Officials were: —
Judges, Mrs. K. Hall, Miss Kay, Mepsru. T. W.
MeMurtrie. H. J. Reeves, C. T.' Trezise; starter,
B. R. Hyde; handicapper, A. Adams; stewards,
howling at Stump, E. M. Wheaton,
Stepping distance, P. Lid-1ia.rd. Competitions,
P. K. Roe. Stallholderst-r-SweetBj Mesdamc-s Ern.
Hun*, R. \y. Oliver, Bert Price, Misses Mavis
Nielsen, Jr-an Beaumont, Olive Morgan. Jumble
stall, Mesdames K. R. J.' Gates/ Eli Seaman, M.
Heath, Misses Eunice Seaman, Daphne Heath,
Joyce and Melva Gates. Afternoon tea, Mc*
dames A.: Adams, P. H^ Black, Misses E. Kelly,
Mary Chapman, Xorma Perry, Dot Reeves. Cool
: drinks, Chares Radford, E. E. Perry. Shooting
tfallery, Bert Harris. The net proceeds will be
approximately £50. Results: — Best dressed
djil, Gwen Kilmartin, Ruth Ingram. . Best col^
lection wild flowera, Dulc!e Price, Eric Black.
Buttonhole, Mclva Gates, I*« Steer. Best (sponge
sand-vicb, Olive Morgan, Ruth Norman, Owen
Kilmartin. Best dozen scones, Joyce Gates,
Dorothy Reeves. - Best cleaned pair' cf boots,
: ? Moyd Prioe, Reg. Hunt. Ch'.ld'L pet, ? Keith
jRadford, Murray Nielsen. OMld's pony, Doii
Morgan, ? Kath. Morgan. Fartzy costume; grades1
1, 2, S, Jack ftjund, Margaret Potter, grad«s 4,
6, Archie OMvor, Constance Gates; grades 6, . 7,.
Olive Morgan, ion WJieatoi, Dot Reeves. De
corated bicycle, Nfeal Stock,. Don. Hunt Humor
ous costume, girls, Melva Gates, Mary Ohapma.ii,
Jean Beaumont, Pulcie Pr.'ce; b.xra, Hay Patriot,
Percy Seamaiv .Decorated umbrellas, Joyon Gail*,
? -Helen Chapman. DecoraieJ peram or pushes*!,

Jean Round. Molva Gates. Boys' race, under
ei^ht, Loa Potter, Arcliie Oliver; eight and nn
der ]0, Jack Perry, Tom Perry; 10 and under
12, Percy Sc-aman, Rex Heafli; over 12, Joe
Keys. Eric Black. Gir:s, under cigh:, Margaret
Totter, Mary JIcMurtrie; eifrht and under 10,
Connie Gates, Joan Gn.tes; 10. and under 12.
Inez Steer, Gw.'n Kilmartin; over 12, Melva
Gates, Hope Currit;. Sack race, Kris Black,
Don Sforgan. Thread the noodle, girls, Mary la
gram, Daphne Heath., Stopping distance, Dennis
Robins. Bowling at stum, P. Price, W. Heath.
Competitions, F. Lilliard, G. Ward, AV. Marks,
Mrs. S. Chapman. In the evening the Dixie
Pierrots gave a concert in the local hall. Pr-
wede were in aid of the Memorial Hall. The
following artists took parr: — Grace St. Clair,
Grace Grimshaw, Hilda Provis, Gwen Starker,
Hilda Thomas, Kemp brothers, Gordon Scott,
Norm. Ames, E. and U. Hawke, Sema ar.d Des
mjndi AV.ll Sema, Isohel McGregor, in a pro
gramme of song's, dances, musical and instnim'.'n
lal items, ah,o comic sketches. Mr. H. Hullock
was manager.
MANNUM.
October I. — At the Mannum school on Tues
day afternoon, Dr. Clements, of the Education
Department, addressed ~ii meeting of mothers on
matters pertaining to the health of the chil
dren. — The Mannum group of Toe H has decided
to hold a holiday camp about Christmas time
for the benefit of Adelaide boys in poor circum
stances. It is expected that about 16 boys
will be catered for,
NARRACOORTE.
September 27. — At the annual meeting of
the croquet club, at which tbe president (Mrs.
A. C. DeGaris) presided, the balance-sheet was
adopted, showing that the year had ended with
a credit of £16. The fojowing officers were
elected:— President, Mrs. F. H. Goldswonhy;
secretary, Mrs. A. Ilunrphris; captain, Mrs. A.
J. Attiwill; committee, the president, secre
tary, captain, and Mesdames R. Clezy, A. C. De
Gafis, Baynes, and J. A. Brown. It was decided
to open the season on October 13.
September 28. — At a meeting of the com
mittee of the Xarraeoorte Progress Association
on Thursday evening, reports were received from
several of the committees appointed to carry
out the arrangements in connection with the
Narracoorte Day Carnival, to be held on Satur
day, November 24. The secretaries of the
Girls' Hockey Club wrote agreeing to conduct
the ice-cream and cool drinks 6ralls. The
entertainments committee reported thaf at i)
meeting held of those interested in the resusci
tation of th town band, it was decided to re
form the band and commence practising to
play on the day of the carnival. It was re
solved that Mrs. Melbourne be asked to organise
a committee of ladies to run the refreshment
booth. The sports committee forwarded & pro
gramme of sports, with prize-money amounting
to £23, which was adopted, and it was stated
that a boys' school football match, a hockey
match, and five-mile bicycle race were beinjf
arranged for tlie afternoon of October 13 to
raise funds for the committee. The tide
shows committee furnished a report which was
adopted. It was resolved that Mr. \V. Platl
be asked to form a procession committee and
arrange details for the procession. The pub
licity committee furnished a report making
recommendations, including the holding of a
competition for a slogan for the day. It
was decided to ask the hockey club to conduct
the produce stall.
October 1. — At a meeting of delegates from
the Narraeoorte, Hynam, Kybybolite, and Lucin
dale cricket teams, who will compete for the
DeGaris shield during the season, arrangements
were made for The matches, and the draw tobV
place. The matches will begin on October
27.- and there will be two rounds. The
players constituting the Kybybolite and Lucip
dale teams will be confined to those in their
own areas, and the meeting allotted the players
to comprise the Narraeoorte and Hynam teams.
The competition is being- carried out under
the control of the Karraooorte Cricket Club.
OWEN.
September 25. — -The 8rth annual ccmb'r.c-d
schools picnic and demonstration was held l&st
Friday. The follow'ng schools were present:
— Owen, Avon, Darabba, Alma, Woods Pinery,
Dalkey.' The procession of children headed
by the members' of the district council, ; tyc
members of Parliament, with the Betl el Brass
Band, marched through the main street to the
recreation srrounds. where the usual spcitu were
held. ? After the luneheoir speeches were de
livered by Messrs. ' J, MeLatrtilan and A. 05.
Cameron, ' members for the district, Mr 'T.
T. .Thompson, W.P., from Port Adelaide, also
epoke. . The schools' singing competition re
sulted in a tie between .Owen. and Woods tchnota:
The high jump for boys was won by D. Parker.
Avon school, 4 ft. 6 in.; P. Wedding - Woe s!«
school, 4 ft. 4 in. ; h. McKenzie. Owvn.' ? The
following1 committee worked hard for the suc
cess of the function: — Messrs.. W. J.- llartJ'inan
'(president), D. Tv Froebairn (secretary), P.
?H.; Laffer (sports master), R. Moreom, E' H;
Hancock. W. King, P: E. Wood. W. Snook. F.
Munday, II. Bowyerf J, Painter, sen., Tv lawrie,
W. Bird, H. and Q. Help*. The- following

ladies conducted the luncheon booth: — Mrs. T.
A. Freebairn (in charge), assisted by WesJames
W. King, A. D. Kirg, J. C. Reid. P. F.
Wood, H. Bowyer, T. Lawrie. E. II. Hai.coek.
J. I. Williams, R. K. McKenzie, W. H. Burtt,
F. D. Lake, W. Snook, G. Snook, and Arsrle.
The concert and dance was also successful. MiBfi
Sylvia Thomas and party, of Adelaide, t.upj.lied
the programme. Those who ass^ted her
were Jliss Elsie Rowe, Messrs. L. Cark, O.
Healy, K. Warren, Si. Jackson, Don Parr.ell.
— Last night, in the institute nail, Messrs. Tuck
(president of tbe Country Party j, A. O. Came
ron, Jf.P., and the Hon. A. P. rtlesing, M.L.C.,
delivered speeches on current politics. The
speakers received a good hearing. Mr. Ju'ju
Harkness presided.
PENONG.
September 22. — Prior to the opening of the
new district hospital a football match was
played on the oval between a team represent
ing tlie Far-West Association and the Koonibba
Mission blacks, which resulted in a win for the
association team, the scores being: — Combined
team, 6- goals 12 behiiids; Koonibba, 5 goals
9 behinds. Mr. Allan Wright officiated af
central umpire. At the hospital grounds tV.e
crowd gathered, facing the eastern verandah,
ilr. J. J. Miller had charge of ihe proceedings.
The school children, under Mr. T. Dack, sang
'Tr.G Song of Australia.' The Rev. R. PIowpk
(Methodist) then offered the dedicatory pra ?er.
The chairman outlined the history of the move
ment leading up to the building of the insti
tution. Mr. R, P. Simpson gave a statement
of tlie finances. The local Red Cross Society,
after completing its wartime activities, had
handed the sum of £217 as a nucleus for a
hospital building fund. The puhlic had since
contributed £1,300, and there remained as
indebtedness to the State Bank £1,500. Tbs
committee hoped to get an electric lighting
plant and also an X-ray outfit. He specially
commended Mr. W. Sleep, the committee' chair
man, for his enthusiasm and energy. Mr. T.
R. Fleming dealt mainly with the aims and
methods of the Bush Church Aid Society, which
is to have the staffing and internal management.
While it was an Anglican society, it recognised
do distinctions, and was out to help all classes
and creeds in the back country. Dr. Cham
bers dealt with the medical aspect, and ex
pressed himself satisfied with the equipment
provided, and expressed appreciation of the matron
to be installed. Sister Bazely, who lias presided
over the temporary hospital in the doctor's re
sidence. Eev. R, Plowes spoke of the fitness
of a hospital as a memorial to fallen sol
diers, and congratulated the people of Ihe
district on their efforts. Mr. G. Cooper, who
had laid the foundation-stone, thanked the com
mittee :or the silver trowel they had presented
to him. - ilr. Basil Brook, chairman of the
local R.S.A., thanked the people for this
memorial on behalf of their fallen comrades.
Mr. E. Mewctt. cliairman of the Pcnong Medi
cal Board, also spoke. Mr. E. A. Kempson,
on behalf of Mr. Wiese, the contractor, thanked
the committee for entrusting him with fie con
struction, and assured the people of good work
manship. He then ' handed ' the i;ey 'of t!ie
building to Mr. W. Sleep; chairman of the
hospital committee. Mr. Sleep tlicn declared
the Penong Memorial Hospital open for service.
He handed the key to Sister Bazely, asking her
to take over the institution, and tl;e sister ex
pressed thanks. The building is of stone, with
wide .return verandah, From the front door,
which faces south, there is a spacious hall, that
runs through the whole- building. On the riehf.
nand side a door gives access to a well-lit
operating threatre, and opening off from this
is a large ward. On the other side of the
passage is another ward of similar size, the
two giving accommodation for six . jiaticuts.
Then there is' a well-furnished dining-room, with
small office leading off. The matron's bedroom
comes next, and a modern kitchen. - At the
rear end of the hall 1b excellent lavatory accom
modation and bathroom. Outside on the
verandahs are two sleep-outs and laundry. The
furnishing and equipment are donations by per
sons and clubs or societies. The contractor was
Mr._B. Wiene, and the painting was under sub
contract to Mr. A. R. Dann. The committee
coDKists of Messrs. W. Sleep (chairman), S.
Jenkins (Decretory), R. P. Simpson, J his
gants, C. G. Freeman, B; Brook, J. J. Miller,
sen.. B. Edwards, A. Nielsen, and 0. 0. Vnt'
ray- j Great' credit is due to 'the ladies, con
vened by Mrs. Sleep, who from time- to time
Sroviden teas and suppers at various funet'ona.
Irs. Sleop also .collected a large amount for
furnishings ai.d .other, objects. ? A- public ten
was provided in the institute supper room A
concert followed in the evening, presided over
by Mr. R. p. Simpson. ?Items w*re rendered
by Sister Bazely (piano overture), Penong school
children (two choruses). Mr. -L. M'rijrht (two
humorous songs, recitation, and monologue),
Mr. Edqust (violin Bold), Mr. 6pe-ccr Yonnc
(two monologues). Miss .T...2Jieai=s (two recita
tions), Mr. A. -It; J)ann; (two songs), Mr*. Bo*
den- («mjr), Kowulka school children (folk
dances),: Miss M; Smith (recitation), Mr.
JBusehlag (yiolin.solo). A football queen com
petition, was concluded .during the evening; and
netted £7t-. ResultR: — Watmba - (Mta Vera
Wight); C.,496; JJookabie. (Miss Mary Law*,
4,-4'52';''-Charnt (Miss Buxton), 8,792; PeDori?.
(Miss Army BJiipard). »,17«. jSupper fol

lowed, and dancing till the early hours of the
morning. The day's takings (including foot
ball match, concert, queen competition, dance,
tea, and 6upper) amounted to £150. Dr.
Chambers promised a silver mug to the first
baby bom in tbe new hospital, and this event
took place the next day, when a son was.
born to Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Haseldine. The
hospital is to be used for general as well as
maternity work. A permanent tablet is to be
placed over the front verandah by the R.S.A.,
reading as follows: — 'Penong Soldiers' Memorial
Hospital — Erected in memory of vl.e men who
fell during the Great War, 1914-1918.'
September 24. — A public mvetirig «as held
in Penor.g on Saturday night, to plan for
the annual Christmas tree festival. Mt. S.
Foster presided, and Mr. E. A. Kempson was
secretary. It was decided to hold the u=ual
function on Friday nisrht, December 21
September 27. — On Monday the Methodist
Church had a visit from the president of the
Conference, Rev. E. J. Piper, and the district
chairman. Rev. J. C. Richmond, who both at
tended the circuit quarterly meeting. Both
expressed satisfaction at the progress being re
corded in the circuit work. During the past
six months both senior and junior membership
have considerably increased, and a new school
and preaching centre opened. A unanimous in
vitation was extended ta the Rev. R. Plowes to
continue in charge of the circuit for a second
year. After the ladies had provided tea for
the officers the president gave an illuminating
lecture on 'Life in the Far Baekblocks of Aus
tralia,' illustrated by a picture film. Mrs. R.
P. Simpson accompanied on the piano for the
hymns, and Mrs. R. Plowes played suitable selec
tions during the film screening. About 200
people attended, and the collection, coupled with
tlie supper proceeds, amounted to over £8. The
takings were in aid oJ Methodist home missions.
PORT BROUGHTON.
September 25. — Eric Excel!, a lad 15 years
of age, was out shooting with another lad
on Saturday morning when he sit down to
rest, holding the gun -n his foot, and forgetting
the weapon was loaded, he pulled the trigger,
the bullet passed through his foot, he was
taken to the Port Broughton private Hospital,
where he was attended by Dr. StocKbridse. —
On Saturday last one of the worst dtutst.orais
ever seen wbb experienced here, and continued
from early in the morning till a late hour at
night, when a light rain fell, but not er.ough
to do much for the crops, which aie hadly
in want of a good downpour. Some of the
crops are beginning to go brown. If rain
does not fall shortly many of the wheat
crops will be of little use. — At a pub'.ic meet
ing on Monday evening, held in connection with
the Methodist annivortary servicss. the oppor
tunity was taken to bid farewell to Mr. and
Mrs. Ern Exoell and family, who are leaving
the district for Tumby Bay. They *vi!l be
greatly missed in the Methodist Chjmh aru
Sunday-school, where they have been workers
for A number of years. Mr. and Sir;. Kx
cell were presented with a travelling rujr by
Mr. J. J. Vanstone on behalf of the church
members. Mr, R. W.x Goodridge presented Mrs.
Exeell with an oak tray, inscribed, from the
Sundny-Ecliool, a 6ilver cake dish by Miss Raw
den to Mrs. Excell on behalf of the auxiliary.
Mrs. Fletcher, on behalf of tbe Chur».h Guild,
handed Mrs. Excell a silver fruit dish. Miss
Ethel Excell, who was also a teacher is the
Sunday school. v.'ae presented on
behalf of the Sunday-school, with a xylonite
dressing-table set. Mr. Den Excell and Alec.
Excell were presented with a fountain pen
by Mr. Gillies, on behalf of tbe Sunday
school.
PORT WAKEFIELD.
September 27. — The local branch of the
women's auxiliary to foreign missions held its
annual packing tiay on -Wednesday in the Metho
dkt hall. A large quantity of gifts was brought
to the meeting, including medicines, soap, cotton,
culinary outfits, antiseptic outfits, a junior manU
cure set, and old and new linen for the hospitals.
Over 10.6 garments and 160 bandages have been
made during the jear by members. These were
packed wit'h the gifts for the Christmas season
on the foreign mission fields. The kindergarten
children also packed a small box for the eame
cause on Sunday last.
PINNAROO.
September 27. — Bain is badly needed to re
vive the crops here. 'They are beginning to
shown signs of wilting, especially in the nor
thern areas. Apparently more rain has fallen
in the southern parts of the distr:ct, and the
position there is not quite so serious ai it is
elsewhere. A thorough .BoaXing in the imme
diate future would' be extremely welcome. — At
the Musical Academy on Monday evening a
social evening- mas givn by Mr. and Mrs. W:
A. Patch. About 40 guests, were . present.
Musical and elocutionary ; items ' were . contri
buted by. Mesdames M. Curd, II.- Bone, L. Twelf
trce, L. Elies, and R.1 Warnecke, Mr. Woodman,
and Master Lori Curd. ' The items were inter
spersed with dancing.;' Community .singing,
under Mr. Woodman, was -also a popular fea
ture, and supper followed.
PORT VINCENT.
September 29. — Education week proved a

success here. The local school, in charge of Mr.
H. Beaumont, took part in tbe combined cele
brations at Minlaton on September 19, wehere
the following schools were represented: — Minla-
torj, Curramulka. Cranbrook, Mount Rat, Rocky
Beach, Ray burn, and Port Vincent. On the fol
lowing morning visiting day was held at the local
school. Exhibitions of school work were shown
in the schoolroom, and wjodwork, drawings; and
models were displayed in the porch. A repre
sentative gathering of parents watcheJ the
children at work, for some time, after which Mr.
J, Cameron (chairman of the school committee)
addressed the ehilaren. In the evening the school
took part in the combined scluol concert at
Minlaton, being responsible for two items. On
September 22 the local school concert was given
in the institute. Jt was very successful, in spite
of the boisterous weather. During the evening
Mr. J. Cameron (chairman) read a message from
Mr. W. J. Martin, the district inspector. After
the concert supper was served an3 a dance held,
PALMER.
The school committee visited the school la«t
Friday, and inspected the wjrk of the children,
including some nice models of woodwork, book
work, and garden plots. Mr. Leslie is in charge ? ?
of the school. Jlr. Theo. Neumann, chairman of
the school committee, then addressed the chil
dren, ani gave them a half-holiday. Mr. 11. A.
.Neumann alsa spoke. The school held its annuai
picnic on September 20, in Olive Garden Sj)3vt3
Ground. The sports were the most successful
yet held. A good shower of rain fell during the
mid-day luncheon. The afternoon's programme
was just over when the thunderstorm occurred,
resulting in about 60 points of rjin, which is
beneficial tD the crops generally. ThoEe present
included Mr. Clem Collins, M.P., and Mrs. Col
lins, Mrs. Homb'Jrg, Miss Homburg, Mrs. Prisk,
and Mr. Wheatley. Apologies were received
from Mr. W. Langdon Parsons, the Hon. H. Hom
burg, and Mr. Hannaford, M.P. A first-class
programme was arranged for the children's
sports, the most exciting for adults being a
motor car item (musical tins).
PORT AUGUSTA.
September 27. — The annual fete, organised by
the Port Augusta corps of the Salvation Army,
was held in the local citadel on Thursday lasr.
Stalls were staffed as follows: — Produce
stall — Mrs. Hook and Miss Herd; dra
pery — Mrs. and Miss Walker; cool drinks — Mrs.
McLean; cake stall— Mrs. Waters; lollic stall
Mrs. Shinn and Miss Xj-e; refreshments, Mrs.
Whitbread. — A meeting of those interested in
the construction of a Davenport recreation,
ground was held in the Fallen Soldiers' Memorial
Hall on Tuesday evening, when the mayor (Mr.
H. R. Holds) presided. The chairman
explained that the object of the meeting was
to consider the advisability of constructing a
recreation' ground in the nark lands adjacent to
the- Memorial Hall. Messrs. H. Iloully, E. Mul
hall, A. Corbett, and C. Langm^ad had promised
donations amounting to over £20. All present
were appointed to the Davenport Improvements
Committee. The following officers were elected:-—
President, Mr. II. R. Holds; vice-president, Mr. H.
Boully; manugement committee, Messrs.- W. Hill,
T. Tambiyn, C. Langmcad, N. E.
Jones, and D. Barry. — For the first
time in many years Port Augusta and
district are displaying a united front ia their
dealings with the water question. The muni
cipal and District Councils of Port Augusta,
Port Augusta West, Davenport, and Woolun
dunga have combined and conferences of the
members and officials of the councils have been
held, where consideration has been given to
tlie question of praviiing an adequate supply
of water for Port Augusta and district. The
second meeting of the conference was held in
the Town Hall on Thursday evening, with Mr.
J. M. Beerworth (Mayor of Port Augusta West)
presiding. The object of the meeting was to
consider the Commissioner of Public Works'
report and to deal with the position generally.'
Councillor . A. E. Wankin mDved, Coun
cillor H. C. Reisa seconded, that the Mayors of
Port Augusta, Davenport, Port Augusta West,
the chairman of the District Council of Woolun.
dunga, and Councillors L. Brook and O. J. ?
Young draft a letter to the State Government
;in reply to tlie Commissioner of Public Works,
also that the Commonwealth Government be
HBked to co-opera' te with the State in providing
an adequate supply, and that copies of tlie reso
lution be forwarded to the Parliamentary repre- ' ,
seatatives for the district. Carriei. It wat
also resolved that the Commissioner of Public
Works be informed - that the combined councils ??
of Port Augusta, Port Augusta West, Daven
pnrt.iand .Woolundunca were not' antagonistic to
water being! Eent .to Carriewerloo station, as
-stated in the House of Assembly, but. took ex
ception.;, to the contention of the Hydraulic -
Engineer that there was a surplus supply of -
?water in Port Augusta; in- view of the fact tliat
restrictions -were still in force. Councillor Brook
mjved' and Councillor Tottman- seconded that a
a -letter' of appreciation be; tent, to Mr. W, ?
Harvey, M.P.-, and to the Hon, T. Butterfleld, -
H:P. Carried. . itfr. Holds -moved. Councillor
Reies seconded,- that the sericrtiBness of the poe-
-.tion be placed before the memben of the Leffi*

lalive . Council for this district and their as
sistance solicited. Qjrried.
The annual general meeting of the Yacht
Club was held at the To*ti Hal: on Tuesday
?' evening, when Mr. S. W. C. 1'juns (commodore)
presided. Officers elected: — Cwaxnoaore, .Mt.
S. W. . C. Young (re-elected;,, Bocre
tarv and treasurer, Mr.' J; ?- Pippin; eom
mittee, Messrs. S. V. Orchard, A. V. Patterson,
J. Keer, Elliott, A. W. Elliott, P. Holland,1
F. Edwaris, (J Grantham, W. Estlick; care
takers of rowing skiff, Messrs. W. K. Tliomas
and A. W. Elliott.
RIVERTON
September ? 26.— On Thursday evening a ball
was held. in the Riverton Institute Hall, there
being a goof- attendance. About £13 was
taken for tiie ? institute renovation fund — The
executive committee- of the. back to. Riverlon
mjvement held a meeting in the council office
on Monday -evening, and decided to run t kin;
competition. The following were reoommendwi
as candidates: — Messrs. A. Frost, 0. H. Oastine,
J. Stclnerney, and H. A. Davis. The function
?will probably be arranged for the latter part
of February. — Last -week the younjr men's club
gave a successful concert in the Methodist lec
ture hall. Kev. R. H. Davidson presided. The
pragramme was varied. The performers are to
be complimented on their achievement. Pro
ceeds amounted to over £7, being in aid of
the renovation of- school funds. — The
heavy gale on Saturday took off
the root of the woodshed on Or. Glynn's
properly. The building was practically a new
structure, only having been erected during the
past year. Minor damage was also done, a tele
graph post being bl^wn over between here and
Tarlee. A tree on the Saddleworth-road and ano
ther large one of the Marrabel-road, were Peter's
Hill, were uprooted. The Utter blocked the road
and was removed Sunday morning. Numerous
limbs and branches of trees were also broken
off. Part of the picket fence at the railway
station was blown down, and some of the newly
erected hoardings there slightly damaged. Al
though 34 points of Tain were recorded in the
town, many of the surrounding faims only re
ceived from 22 to 24 points.
ROCKY PLAIN.
September 24. — The annual school picnic was
held on Saturday, September 22, on the property
of Mr. A. J. Keller. Arrangements were in the
hands of the school committee and the head
teacher (Mr. A. A. Clark). In spite of the
weather proving rather boisterous, and rain fall-
ing during the afternoon, a fair number of people
attended. Trophies for various events were pre-
sented by the following:—C. F. Leditschke, Ltd.,
Eudunda Farmers' Union, Mr. W. Roberts, Messrs.
A. W. Wittwer, A. J. Keller, A. Laurenti, O. A.
Wittwer, R. A. Eckert, H. Zander, E. W. Nein-
dorf, F. W. Schuppan, and A. A. Clark. The
officials were:—Judges, Mr. A. W. Witf.wer and
Jlr. C. J. Wilkschi han iicappers, Mr. R. Wittwer
and Mr. P. E. \Vilks=h; starter. Mr. H. Zander;
treasurer, Mr. A. J. Keller; secretary, Mr. A. A.
Clark. Lunclieon was provided by tbe ladies.
Refills: — School girls' race, 75 yards — 13a
Zander. Anita Wittwer, Lorna Keller. S2I100I
boys' race, 100 yards — Erie Ku!il, Edwin Eckert.
W5liie Eokert. Girls' potato race — Lyda Eckert,
Anita Wittwer. Edna Roller. Boys' potato ta.-e —
Clem Eckert. Erie Kuhl, Edwin Eskert. Tailing
t!ie pip: — Anita Wittwer, Edna Keller, Olga
Wilksc'.i. School bovs' hurdle race — WilJie Eckert.
Edwin Eckert, Eric Kuhl. Hitting the tin — Olga
Wilks?h. Lyda Eckert. Frida Eckert. Boys' high
jup.jp — C!eme:ice Eckert, Edwin Eekert. F.xg and
s;iooii race — Anita Wittwer, Lorna Keller, E!sa
K'li'ul. Hoys' basr Taee — Clem Eekert, Eiwin
E?kert, Willie Eckert. Small school trirls —
Nelda Wittwer. Lorna Keller. Lyda Eckert. Girls'
cunsoiation race — Lorna Keller, Xelrta Wittwer,
Edna Keller. Boys' consolation race — Edwin
Eckert. Con Zander. Adults: — Men's flat race,
133 yards — G. Hauslcr, J. Buciack, E. Hausler.
Bowling the stump — E. A. Semmler, 0. A. Witt
wer. Ladies' race — X. Wittwer, B. Semailer.
Cjjrareite race — Frida Eckert and E. A. Semm'er.
Putt.in? the weight — E. Slann, E. A. Scmmler.
S'.ieaf-tossing — G. Hausler. Tliread-the-needle
race — Wanda Wilksch and G. Hausler. Stepping
tlio distance — P. E. Wilksch. High jump— C.
Hai'sler. F. Slann. Guessing competitions were
?won by Mrs. A. Semmler, Mr. A. Scholz, and Mr.
P. E. Wiiksch.
SWAN REACH.
September 22.— A snuke social tthk tendered
to the Swan Reach Football Club on September
21 by Messrs. P. H. Zimmermaiin and F.
Strunk, to celebrate the winning of the pre
miership of the Fors'.er-on-SIurray AssonHt.ion.
The chainran (Mr. J. L. Brock) proposed 'iiie
King.' O:her toasts were, 'Tlie Club,' by Mr.
Zimmerman:!, responded t3 by Mr. Waye; 'The
Visirors,' by Mr. O'Connor, response by Messrs.
E. H.iwe and W. Merretr; 'Kindred Clubs,' by
Jlr. H. Kroelin, responses oy Mr. L. Kroehn, of
Fors:oi-iJlack Hill Club; 'Our Hosts, by Mr.
Mar&hman, Messrs. Zininiennan;i and Strunk re
sponded; 'Supporters,' by Mr. Waye, responses
by Mr. Vamey; 'The Native Players,' by Mr.
liroc.:;, was acknowledged by Mr. Malcolm Ccok.
'Tlie Cliairman' was submitted by Mr. liowe, and
'Tlie Umpire' by Mr. N. Zimmermunn. Dur
ing the evening Mr. S'.run'c promised to present
a gold medal for ihe most improved playsr
next season. An amusing incident occurred
when Mr. Marehman, secretary of the local club,
received notification that the Bow Hill t'oitbal!
Club had entered a protest apahist tlie Swan
Reach Club being awarded the premiership.
— Saturday was one of the roughest dj.Ve ex
perienced here for many years. The wind and
cust was terrible, hut very little ra;n fell.
The harvest prospects are agui-n poor. Ourinir
tlie storm Mr. Mcigel was driving hie car from
' Klldottie to Swan Reach when tho wind caugh;
his' hood and ripped it to pieces. Several
others ind to tie their hoods diwn with rope.
A sand dr.'ft on the Swan ReachBlanclie'.ow:i
road caused great inconvenience to jjme motD
rists. — On Monday evening, September 17, friends
of Mr. Frank Fisher met to bid him good lues
and best wishes on the eve of his departure
from Swan Reach. — Last Friday, September 21,
tlie Swan Ettach and Silv-sr Vale Schools combined,
held their annual Bports day on the grounds
kindly lent by Mr. A. W. Zadow. The weather
was ideal, and there was a large attendance of
parents and children. The chief event of the
day was the boys' footba:l match between teams
representing 'lteds' and 'Blues,' winch re
sulted in a victory for die 'Blues.' Prizes
were awarded to Bob Seide], Hartley Scnulz, and
Maurice Lang. Foot race results: — Boys under
7 years — Tarn Eglintooi, Len CorV., John Brock;
pirls, under 7, Joyce Seidel, Cora Na»el, Xell
Whke; boys, 7 to 10, -\ Seide], Jim I^n.?,
K. Hocking; e;irls, 7 to 10, Irene Scott, Phyllis
Willson, Joaji Juers; boj-s, 10 to 14, Maurice
Lang, Hartley Sclrulz, E. Krcllig; girls, 10 to
14, Kath Glastonbury, Daisy Cork; hurdle race,
boys under 10, Bob Seidel, Les Graofz, E. A.
Atkinson; hurdle race, 10 to 14, M. Lang, Jeff
Cork, D. Eglinton; skipping, girls under 10,
Jean Rohrlach, Adelina Juers, Ivy Redman;
skipping, ffirls, 10 to 14, Daisy Cork, R. Dro?'?
muller, Glady Gractz; sack race, boys, Vic.
Waye, A. Hocking, Ivan Atkinson; sack race,
girls, Glady Graetz, May Zadow, Jean Rohrlaph;
liiRh jump, W. KTollig, I/en White, J. Lang;
old scholars' race, boys, Glen Stocckel, R. I/mar,
Ki Lang; old scholars' race, girs, Edna Nagei,
Irene Lang, Anna Eglimton; fathers' race, ' Mr.
J. L. Brack, Mr. F. Zadow, Mr. L. M. Cork;
?winninp; team in tunnel ball, J. Lang, 3. Cork,
If. Rohrlach, V. Waye, H. Schultz, L. White.
G; ? Graetz, J. -.Rohilach, D. Cork, I. Zadbw, D.
Eglinton, A. Krollhr, J. Brock, 1. Rodman, K.
Hocking, F. Strunk, T. Eg'.int on, L. Rohrlacb, O.
Kagcl, D. Krollig, B. Seidel; egg and spoon race,
boys, F. Btrunk, M. I^infr, It Ijang; eg«r and
spoon race,' girls, F. Eglinton, I). Cork, D. Hock-'
ing; hitting the tin, girls, D. Cork, G. Graetz,
It. Zadow; three-legged raco, boy?, D. Fiedler
iand J-. Lang, V. Waye and M. Rohrlach, J; Brock
^and h. 'Rohrlach; three-legged- raw, girls, G.
? Graetz and R. Drogemulleir, J. Rohrlach and M.
.Zadow, F. Eglinton and P. Willson; bun eating,
boys; J. Lang, P. Seidel, L. White; bun eating,
girls, It. Drogenruller, . G. Graetz, ' D. Cork.
Officials were: — Judges, Messrs. E. W. Rogers,
h. -M. Cork, O. W. Hocking; starter, A. Eglin
ton; handicapper, W. G. Mcrreft. . After the
sports programme was concluded, prizes were
presented.
STRATHALBYN
September 27. — The- annual fete in aid of.St.
. . Andrew's Presbyterian CHurcti was held ? in the
institute on Tuesday. It, vas highly buccess
f ul. The hall ; was tastefully decorated. ? The
attendance was large, and all the stallholders
. reported brisk business. -Mrs. J. Bell, as see
. retary, worked hard. The following . ; ladies,
.with many helpers, irere in charge of tlip stalls:
—Produce, Mrs. H. L, Tucker; cake, Mrs. J..

Bell; Mission Band, Miss Matheson; sweets, Miss
Logan; work stall; llesdamei J,' S. Uicliardson
and Hi-G. Dft-y«r; flowers, Mrs. E. J. Tucker;
afternoon tea, Miss Bessie Watt. In the' even
ing an excellent entertainment arranged by Mr.
C. U. LetcMoTd, was given to a. lull house.
The programme comprised part songs by tlie
choir under Mr. C. ~& Letebiord, also camp fire
Eocne, with Gipsy chorus. Mrs. A. Oaldwell
-contributed Wolin solos, and, with ifosdames ii.
J. Manuel,' R. H. Giles, O. L. A. Wyatt, and
Miss Jeffries (with .Mrs. H. H. Formby at the
piano), assisted in t\£0 string quartets. . Mrs.
O...11.. .Letchford wve admirable vocal solos, as
did Miss Mabel White -a city . visitor),- *nd
Mr.. Hal Pitt (AShboume). Miss Maijorie
Ottaway and Mr. F. George (both of Adelaide)
gave^comedy. Items. Miss Dolly Stimson (Ade
laide) played a pianoforte solo, and, with Miss
Faith Harvey, Mus Bac, and. Mrs. H. H. Formby,
reriderod good service as accompanist. A happy
little sketch. 'Mrs. Honey's Treasure,' «vas put
on bv the Misses Wyatt and Ottaway. Mr.
D. Caldivcll arranged the stage lighting
effects.
SNOWTOWN.
September 26. — The committee of the Snow
town Show has introduced a sires' prodnce stakes
in iU prize list, thus giving the owners of quality
horses the opportunity to compete in a classic
event as well as their own class. Mr. G. E. Hill,
of Georgetown, was the winner of the cup, which
was presented by Mr. B. W. h. Ho;kinsr (presi
dent of tbe Agricultural Society), for 192S, witti
his filly Darling. At the show, after the judge
(Mr. Petberick) had made tbe award.
Mr. Hocking handed the cup to Mr.
Hill. In responding Mr. Hill congratu
lnted the society on its enterprise in being
the first to provide a competition of this nature.
Mr Hill won first honors with bis filly at the
Adelaide Show. — A meeting of the Wallaby scout
patrol was heM at the residence of Mr. J. Hogg
on Monday. Tbe motto, 'Keep your sleeves
roiled up,'' was adopted by the boj-a. Each Scout
was given a number. Signal practice was gone
through.
SWAN REACH.
- September 27. — At the delegates meeting «of
the iTorster-on-Murray Football Association, held
in the Foister Hall on Wednesday evening, the
protest lodged by the Bow Hill football clu!(
acainst tbe Swan Reach team being awarded
the premiership on the ground of having had
an unqualified player was dealt with. The
protest was dismissed. * It was arranged to
hold a wind-up ball for the season at Purnong
shortly, when 'the shield will be presented to
Swan Roach. Tlie shield must be won three
times in succession.
TANUNDA.
September 30. — The third annual convention
of the Australian Luther League was opened at
St. Paul's Church, Tanundd, on Saturday-. More
than fifty delegates, r-jpresentbg Luther so
cieties in South Australia, Victoria, and New
South Wales, wore in attendance. The president
of the l--jgue (Rev. , O. Thiele) presided. Tlie
delegates were welcomed by Pastor \Viebusc3i.
He outlined the progress of the Jeague, and
stressed the good work being, done among the
joung people of the church. AmoiKj the mat
ters discussed by the convention were tlie con
tinuance of a second scholarship, city missions,
and formation of district branches of the loague.
The convention adjourned on Saturday atternoon
until M.viday morning. A mission rally took placa
;n Sunday, and morning and afternoon sessions
were held at St. Paul's Church in German and*
English. Addresses w^ere given by Professor
Winkler and Professor Koch, both of Concordia
College. Tlie league offic'als arc i?ev. O. -E.
Thiele (president),' and Mossrs. W. Thiele, W.
Mibus, C. W. Pemme, and C. Kriewald.
WYNARKA.
September. 24. — On Wednesday the annual
picnic of the Wynarka public school was held
on Mr. Nelson's farm, situated nine miles out.
Tlie children were conveyed in Mr. Menadue'e
motor lorry, the older folk going in cars.
Everything was d-jne to give the children a
gxr;d time. Race results: — Girls' footrace,
over 10 years, M. Wilson 1, M. Carpenter 2,
and 0. Pearce 3; girls under 10 years, Olive
Wilson. Phylis Rawlins, LeOna Eawlins; tiny
tots, Merle Wardle, Essie' Valentine, Ivy Carpen
ter; consolation race, Phylis Carpenter, Thelma
Mcnadue, Dorothy Briggs; boys' race over 10
years, Frank Carpenter, Lcs Wiese, G. Randies;
boys under 10 years, Douglas Valentine, Ron
Vogt, Ivan Wardle; consolation race, G. Blacket,,
J. Campbell. Herb Pearce; girls' three-legged
race, SI. Carpenter and B. Menadue, M. Wilson
and V. Wardle, T. Menadue and D. Briggs;
small girls' three-legged race, J. Vogt and Sf'
Carpenter, R. Pape and L. Campbell, E. Hall
and C. Carpenter; boys' three-legged race, F.
Carpenter and D. Valentine, h. Wiese and G.
Randies, H. Pearce and I. Wardle; sack race,
girls over 10 years, O. Pearce, M. Carpenter, I.
Hoad; girls under 10 years, sack race, B. Hall,
R. Pape, E. Hall; sack race, tiny girls, R
Menadue, P. Rawlins, L. Rawlins; sack race,
boys over 10 years. L. Wiese, F. Carpenter, G.
Randies; Rick race, boys under 10 years. G.
Blackot, F. Masters, R. Vogt; wheelbarrow race,
boys, L. Wiese and G. Randies, F. Carpenter
and R. Valentine, H. Pearce and I. Wardle;
hitting the tin, girls, P. Carpenter; hitting the
tin, boys, J. Campbell; potato race, girls over
10 years, H. Wilson. O. Pearce, D. Briggs;
potato race, girls under 10 years, A. Masters,
0. Wilson, B. Menadue; potato race, boys over
10 years, D. Valentine, H. Pearce, R. Valen
tine; potato race, boys under 10 years, I.
Wardle, F. Carpenter, R. Vogt; threading the
needle, girls, M. Carpenter, M. Wilson, B.
Menadue, B. Hall, D. Briggs, L. Bawlins. At
the close of the races a rooster was let go,
when all the children gave chase; tlie bird
was caught by. R. Valentine. After 'tea the
children were given fruit and lollies. — On Satur
day a severe duststorm, accompanied by heavy
wind, passed over the district, in many case's
blowing sheets of iron off sheds, &c. SettlerE
were disappointed that no rain fell. The crops
on fallow seem to be holding out remarkably
well, but will not be able to endure too much
of the weather we have had the last few weeks.
Crops on new land are feeling the dry spell
very much, and a good downpour of rain would
be welcomed.
WINDSOR.
September 24. — The Dublin district schools'
annual sports day was held at Port Parham on
Friday. A very large number of parents and
frieuds assembled to witness the long programme
of races prepared by the committee. Mr. U. L.
Baker (secretary) worked hard to make the
day a success. Results: — Toddlers, boys — Alton
Lock. Toddlers, girls — Dorothy Hall. Flat Race,
boys — Allan Prime, Ross Lyons, A. Olark. Flat
Race, girls — Jessie Appleby, Audrey Baker, Isabel
Ross. Flat Race,- boys — Dudley Clark, Ken.
Matthews, Vincent McArdle. Flat Race, girls —
Joyce Webb, Laura Firm, Lily Reid. Flat Race
boys — Frank Buhner, B. West, G. Gale. Flat
Race, girls — Joan McArdle, Grace Bubner, Beryl
Arnold. Flat Race, boys — Len Barratt, Cleve
Harris, Rex Wbitinjton. Flat Race, girls — Hilda
Crouch, Ida Ross, Joan Atkinson and Doris Webb.
Three-legged., boys — R. Lyons arid D. Clark, D.
Parker and L. Woods, G. Lyons and K7 Matthews.
Three-legged, girls— :J. Webb and A. Baker, I.
Ross and J. Appleby, M. Standlcy and D. Rawe.
Three-legged, boys — G. Hiillion and G. Gale, C.
Harris and H. Ross, R. Firm and E. Webb.
Three-legged, girls— M. Baker and J. McArdle,.
J. Atkinson and D. Baker, L. Ross and G. Bubner.
Sack Race^ — D; ClaTk, JrWood, D. Parker. Sack
Race — L. Roberts, G. Hallion. M. Carslake.'
Skipping Race — J. Appleby, D. McArdle, M. Car-1
ter. Skipping Race — D. Baker, D. Webb, H.;
Crouch, ^Championship (120 yards), boys— Rex
Whitington. Championship (120 yards), girls — '
Doris1 Webb. Threading Needle — J. Appleby, J.
Webb, A. .Baker. Threading. -Needle — D. Webb,'
1. Ross, J. Atkinson. Hurdle Bace — G. Hallion,
L. Roberts, I/.- Barratt. ' Hurdle Race — L, Wood;;
R. Matthews. K. Matthews. ; Flag Race — liontz
Plains beat Dublin. Flag Race — Windsor beat
Wild Horse Plains. Flag Race— ^Long Plains beat
Windsor. Peg Race — B. - Lyons, ? G. ? Clark, H.
Rowe. Peg Eace — J. Wood, G. Baker, H.
Parker. Peg Race — L. Roberts, F. Bubner, G.
Gale. Peg Race — H. TOiitington.X. Barratt. H.
Wood.' Tug-of-war-^-Dublin beat '' Long Plain,
Tug-ot-wflr— Wild ' Horse beat Windsor: '' Scramble
Raoe^— D. Parker, H. Griffiths, H. Boss, 07 -Hall;
b. Roberts. Scramble Eace— H; ' Crouch, 'C
Carter, G. Bubner, L 'Ross, J. 'Webb. '. Consola
tion — I. Young, K. . Judd; F. 'Houston, N. Ap
plehy,.y. Ha'.!, A. Parker^ W. Barrett.. Corisjla.;
tion — Hi. Roberts, M. Judd, M. Jenkin,.N. Atkin
son, A. Baker. Consoliation — J. Huxtable, P.

Grifflthi, fi. Giles, E. Webb, B, Bubner, ,N.
Clark';''!. HaHion.
'.September 30.— The opening, .match, of the
Lower North Tennis Association was played here
against a. team from Avon on Saturday after
noon. . Shortly after commencing play ? , was
abandoned owing to .a severe thunderstorm. Un
fortunately, only about 2G paints of tain fell.
More is badly needed. Several fanners in
the district- have ^commenced hay cutting. ^
October 1. — A lecture in connection with
the Winds6r branch of the Agricultural Bureau
?vina heldVin the Long Plains Hall on Sep
tember 27, ..TUe lull was crowded with far
mers and their friends, who had {fathered at
a cinema demonstration arranged by H. V.Me
.Kay Pty., Sunshine Harvester. Co., Victoria. Mr,
H. Clark was ' in . the chair, and introduced the
?lecturer, Mr. J. Leith Gillespie. agricultural
scientist to the factory at Sunshine. Cintmato
graph pictures showed views ? in the SucsMiw
factory. Ploughing and harvesting scenes
were shov/n, and illustrated with slow motion
pictures. The diseases of wheat were ex
plained, with their histories and tcontrolB. The
care of farm machinery, the. grading ot wheat,
and the growing of fodder reserves ... were
touched on.
WILLIAMSTOWN.
September 28. — A terrific gale blew here- all
day, accompanied by clouds of dust.' During
the morning the wind was extremely warm and
U-'ipleasant, but a cool change set in when the
wind dropped toward ' evening. ' Shearing is
in full swing, * and clips in most cases are
very good.
WIRRABARA.
October 1. — A concert was held in the town
hall in aid of the Kitchen Fund in connec
tion with the institute, and the gice club.
The arrangements were in the able hands of
Mr. J. Hammill, musical director of the glee
club. Vocal items were rendered by Miss
Hilda GUI, of Adelaide; Mrs. L. J. Bills, of
Peterborough; Mrs. R. J. McDonald, ot George
town; Mi. R. E. Fairhurst Derbyshire, of' Ade
laide; and Mr. J. Hammill, of Wirrabara. Miss
Myra Noblet, of Adelaide, gave elocutionary
numbers. Glees were sung by the glee club.
— The annual meeting of the tosnis club was
held on Friday evening. Officers elected: —
President, Mr. J. Bottrall; vice-presidents, Messrs.
Webb and A. J. Grant; secretary, Mr. J. Ham
mill; captain, Mr. Marner; vice-captain, Mr.
T. Cockburn; auditor, Mr. R. Scholeiield; selec
tion committee, Messrs. Marner, G. Kranz, R.
Scholefield, Mrs. G. Krariz, and Miss Ena Ziim;
handicaps committee, captain, vice-captain, anj
secretary; general committee, president, - cap
tain, vice-captain, secretary, and Mr. G. Kranz;
delegate, Mr. J. Hammill; ladies' committee,
Mesdames Noblet, Webb, Kranz, Keith, Manning,
and Miss E. Ziftn. It was decided to open
the season on October 0. — After a day of vio
lent -wind and blinding oust on Fridaj', a thun
derstorm occurred on Saturday afternoon, with
a splendid downpour, registering 54 points.
Rain is badly needed for fruit gardens ar.J
crops. — Shearing is in full swing, and a good
yield is anticipated.
YANKALILLA.
September 27. — At u meeting on Monday
night 'Back to Yankaliila' matters were ad
\anced a 6tep further. A programme was
suggested by tlie executive committee, and the
following waB decided upon: — Wednesday, Feb
ruary 21, procession of motor cars, reception
of guests, and tea; February 22, day sports
and amusements; February 23, back to school
celebratious and picnic at Wattle Flat; Febru
ary 24, beach day, with water and shore sports,
February 25, back to church day. The fol
lowing are the executive and finance commit
tee: — Mr. A. McArthur (president), Rev. F. W.
Close (secretary), Messrs. L. J, Leverinirton
(treasurer), H. A. Newman J. Mitchell, A.
Mitchell A. P. Stone, D. A. Nosworthy, 15. Hunt,
J. Bowyer, and F. Clarke. Other committees
arranged for were accommodation, amusenirnts
and entertainments, and publicity.
September 27. — The annual meetings of the
British and Foreign Bible Society for this dis
trict were tini&hed to-night by a lantern lecture
by Mr. Caire on 'T*,e Gospel in Many Tongues.'
Tlie Rev. F. W. Close was in tbe chair. The
following offiers were elected — President, Mr. J.
E. Virgo; vice-presidents, Revs. N. H. Louwyck
(Anglican), and F. W. Close (Methodist) ; sec
retary, Miss Nosworthy; committee, Messrs. B.
liarton arid L. Leverington (Yankaliila), Messrs.
G. A. Staeey and C. Green (Nonnanville) , Mr.
Dennis and Mifis Hurrell (Inman Valley), Messrs.
Hunt and Elbourne (Second Valley), Miss Leak
and Mr. J. Novris (Delamc-re Met'.iodist), Messrs.
A. Bennett and G. Roper, Delamere (Anglican).

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