Welcome

Too much emphasis was placed on winning in some fields of sport, said the Mayor of Christchurch (Mr. R. M. Macfariane, M.P.), when welcoming competitors to the Taurnament at a function held in the CUC Assembly Hall.

"Sport has an important place in the lives of New Zealanders, and we in Christchurch have taken pride over the years in the provision made for sporting activities by the pioneers," he said.

"Their decision to set aside Hagley Park as a sports and recreational area for all time showed great foresight," said Mr. Macfariane.

The university teams had a fine record for sportsmanship and contributed a great deal to the sporting life of the country, he said.

He was pleased to see such a large number from all parts of New Zealand attending the tournament, and he hoped they would make full use of the excellent sporting facilities the city had to offer. (Laughter.)

The team were welcomed on behalf of the Canterbury College Students' Association by the president, Mr. J. G. Rutherford.

Mr. E. Woodfield of Victoria College replied on behalf of the visitors.