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The Chips Flew at Hope
Axemen from many parts of the South Island and a small representation from the north, competed in the Nelson-Marlborough Axemen's Association's two-day carnival at Hope. Among them were several New Zealand representatives. Four of the six-man New Zealand team recently announced, chopped at the meeting - C. Hocquard, W. Shelford, I. Davidson and A. Rose.
D. Gilsenan wins final of 10-inch jiggerboard
Getting an edge to his axe is Alan Rose (Hokitika) while Bill Shelford (Tokoroa) and Bill Curtain (Hokitika) look on.
Gilsenan - jiggered on the jiggerboard
C. Hocquard wins South Island 13 in underhand
Timekeepers, E. E. Bishop, A. Holdaway and C. T. Harris
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W. Curtain (Hokitika) finishes his log in 11 in standing heat
A general view of 10 in maiden underhand
J. Rogers and W. Mumm win South Island double-handed saw
N. Z. captain Bill Telford in action
Mumm and Rogers receive championship ribbons
The West Coast team which won inter-provincial team chop for Curtain Cup.