OLD SETTLERS' PICNIC.

Gisborne Times, Volume XXIX, Issue 3371, 10 November 1911, Page 2

OLD SETTLERS' PICNIC.

A DAY AT PATUTAHI.

AN ENJOYABLE FUNCTION.

\ memorable gathering took place at* the Patutahi Domain yesterday when the old settlers of Poverty Bay held their ■annual'"'ire-union. Quite a large number of old pioneers were brought together, men and women* who Iliad been in Poverty Bay when it was the scene of strife and trouble, when the Maori and pakeha were in conflict. They have watched the district advance with rapid strides, and in no small degree have they contributed to its prosperity. It is to these hardy pioneers film b' Poverty Bay owes its position to-day. Therefore it was a pleasing sight*to see so many of them, still hail and hearty, and enjoying themselves on this prettilv situated Domain. Nodoubt many memories were recalled, and many, of the scenes of the early davs traversed once again by the various parties who gathered under the shady trees to do justice to the ref reshments that were abundantly brought forth from large hampers. The Domain was in splendid order, and provided an ideal ground for a picnic. The Domain committee have just had a new quartermile cycling track and a straight hundred yards running track laid out which were made great use of wlben the sports came on. A splendid programme, was provided, and the various competitions aroused the keenest interest. Mr P. G. Andrew, the secretary, had all the arrangements well in, hand, and everything worked smoothly. Messrs R. and, J. Atkins, senr., and Matthew Hall greatly assisted in making the gathering a success. They collected about £oo for the creche. Mr J. A. Lucas also collected £lO in Gisborne for the same purpose. Messrs D. J. Barry. G. B. Oman and T. G. Lawless, assisted by Mrs F. J. Lysnar and Mr C. Morse, augmented the* funds considerably by giving penny rides in their motor cars. The Gisborne Band played a number of selections, which added to the pleasantness of the gathering. Mr F. '7ilkinson officiated as .starter, and Messrs D. J. Barry, G. Wildish, F. J. Lysnar, J. A. Lucas, G. B. Oman and H. Hull acted as judges. Messrs Woodward and J. Atkins had charge of the children’s events. Telegrams were received from Sir Ja.s. Carroll and Judge Jones, regretting that they were unable to attend but wishing the gathering every suecess. 'Pile Ladies Guild had charge of Die refreshments. The proceeds of the picnic will be devoted to the. Children’s Creche, and it is expected there will be a substantial amount handed over. The Mayor (Mr W. Pettie), attended, and in a happy little speech congratluated the committee on the way in which the picnic had been carried out. The sports were very interesting and everyone enjoyed themselves thoroughly. The Mayor also thanked l the Domain Committee for the assistance they had given, which contributed in no small degree to the success of the gathering. The results are as follow: Girls 12 and under, Maggie Atkins 1 Maida Hepburn 2, Elsie Hepbu.*? Girls over 12. Dolly Hepburn 1, M.iiy Atkins 2, Lena Kane 3. Girls' fourlegged race, Maggie Atkins, Theresa Kirkpatrick, and Doris Bates 1. Boys under 12. Galway Jcrram 1, Reggie Bate< 2, Keith Woodward 3. Boys under 10. Owen Gallagher 1. Berme Ready 2, Kenny Hepburn 3. Boys over 12, R. Bates 1, T. Hooper 2. Boys four-logged race, L. Knight, A. Bates, F. Hair 1. Boys under 10. Frank Laidd 1, Robert Knight 2. Girls under 10. Manda Hepburn 1, Agnes Bates 2, Catherine McLaughlin 3. Girls’ championship (gold brooch), Maida Hepburn 1. Boys’ championshin (medal), Reggie Bates 1. Adult events: —Old Settlers’ Handicap, 100 yards ;.J. Pollock (scr) 1, L. Davy (12yds) 2, H. Davy (7yds) 3. A very close finish. Time: lOsec. 220yds: A. Davy (10yds) 1, L. Davy (20yds) 2. Danger (12yds) 3. 440yds: L. Daw I. A. Davy 2, H. C. Davy 3. L. Davy secured the prize in this handicap for most points. Cycle race, one mile.—A. Sutton (60yds) 1, A. Matthews (40yds) 2, F. Mawbinnpy (scr) and E. Torrie (40yds) dead heat. 3. Time: 2min 49 3-sseo. Cycle race, li miles.—Sutton (75vds) 1, Mawhinney (scr) 2. Torrie (35yds) 3. Time: 4min 25secs. Okl iS’ettleio’ race.—P. Lynch 1, R. Atkins 2. AY. Russell 3. Girls’ hat trimming.—Katie McKenzie 1, Alary Atkins 2. The winner secures Messrs ’Common Shelton and Co.’s prize and the second a prize presented by the Ladies’ .Guild. Boys’ hat trimming.—Keith, AVoodward 1, Ivan Hill 2. The former secures Hal len stein’s prize, and the latter Airs Scott’s prize. Cycle race* 2 miles.—Sutton 1, Alotthewis 2, Torrie 3. Alarried Ladies’ race.—Airs Yettie I, ' Airs Young 2. I Single Ladies’ race.—Mass K. Mason 1, Miss N. Harper 2, Miss Hooper 3. AVeight-guessing competition.—Airs H. Atkinson and Airs Elgar a tie. .Both guessed the correct weight, 101 Albs. Guessing number of beans in a bottle (275) G. Murtagh 276 and F. Atkins 274. tie. Guessing number of loilies in a bottle.—Rubin Lysnar and Alex Smith tied. . Motor cycle race, 3 miles.—L. Wilkinson 1, Anderson 2, Bignell 3. I A social and dance, which was largely attended, was held in the Patutahi Hal! in the evening, and proved most enjoyable.