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Auckland Star, Volume XXXVIII, Issue 260, 7 November 1906, Page 4

The following is Captain Edwin's weather forecast for 24 hours from 9 a.m. this day: "Moderate to strong westerly winds; glass little movement."

Friday next, 9th- November, being the anniversary of the King's birthday, will be observed as a Post Office holiday. The Chief Post Office will be open from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, the Bth November, for over-counter ■ delivery of correspondence. Mails usually despatched on Friday will be closed on Thursday night, the Sth, at 8 p.m., but supplementary mails will be made up on Friday at S a.m*

During the month of October the following cases of infectious disease have, been reported to the district health officer (Dr. Frengley^:—Enteric fever, city, 2 cases; suburbs, nil; country districts, (5 eases (Hamilton 2, Oliinomuri County 1, Waipa County 1, Waihi 1, Oversea 1): total, S cases. Scarlet fever, city, 10 cases; suburbs, 10 cases (Grey Lynn 1. Devonport 1. Parnell 2, Archhill 1, Mount Albert 1, Mount Roskill 12, Epsom 1, One Tree Hill 1); country districts, 5 cases (Piako County 3, Waihi 2); total, 25 cases. Diphtheria, city, 3 cases; suburbs, 3 cases (Parnell 1, Mount Eden 1, Eden Terrace 1); country districts. G cases (Ohinemuri County 5, Whang'arej 1) ; total, 12 eases. Tuberculosis, 17 cases, bloodpoisoning, 2 cases.

Alexander Buchanan, a widower, 70 years of age, died suddenly at Hikurangi yesterday, the causp of death being heart failure. An hour prior to bis death deceased mentioned that he was in perfect health. His body was found in an outbuilding at the back of his residence. As deceased had been under medical treatment for heart trouble the Coroner decided that an inquest is unnecessary.

A handsome motor launch, to cany about r>s passengers, is Hearing .completion ;;t Messrs Bailey and Lowe's yards' for the tourist traffic on Lake Rotorua. and is expected to be out of the builders' hands in about a fortnight. The new boat, which is to the -order of Mosars Kusabs and Irslcy. is 40ft long, with a. beam of 8.6 ft, and is built on the tunnel principle to ensure a shallow draught, the vessel drawing only loin of water. She is comfortably" fitted up. Se has a 15 h.p. Gardner engine, and is expected to develop a good tprn of spend. Messrs Bailey and Lowe have just laid the keels "of two loft rowing boats for the Government TJouxist Department (foir Us on Lake Taravera.

The Devonport Yacht CJlub have unanimously decided- to take part in the manoeuvres of the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron on Friday. They will assemble on the Victoria wharf at 9 a.m. and proceed up the. harbour in line astern under the leadership of Commodore Maeky. Resides the Rainbow, the WiJnia, X«a,tira. Ida, ami some twenty others of the smartest yachts in the harbour will take part in the movement.

As a result of the children's art exhibition, organised" at Dcvonport by the Misses H. D. and M. Boylan and Gladys Ewington, those young ladies have handed over a largo box full of picture books, games and toys to the Children's Hospital, Auckland.

At the present time there is a gentleman in Kapier who has in his possession the death certificate of a son still living. About an hour after receiving- the-certi-ficate the father noticed the child (newly born) move, and took measures to preserve life, with the result that the little fellow, now two and a-half years old, is to be seen, the picture of'health, in Napier, toddling along the street after his father or mother.

While, riding the Cyrenian—'Asthore filly at exercise this morning, on the Ellcrslie. course, a lad named Nesbitt met with an accident, geting-- ]us collarbone broken. The filly was being spurted in conrpuny with two others, when she ran into the outer rail., throwing Nesbit heavily, and turning right over herself. The injured lad was taken to the residence of his employer, Mr. J. B. Williamson, where he was medically attended. Nesbitt is singularly unfortunate, as less than six months ago he had both collarbanes broken while schooling a horse at Ellerslie.

At the ordinary monthly meeting of the East Auckland branch of the Liberal and Labour - Federation, which takes place this evening, the president, Mr G. L. Peaeoeire-nvill -mover-fchtr foil owing solution:—;' That while in entire accord with the main objects of the new Land Bill brought down during the late session of Parliament, namely, a reasonable limitation m value of landed estates which can be held by one individual; the setting aside of liberal landed endowments for educational and other national purposes: and the abolition of the tenure under lease in perpetuity without revaluation, this branch of "the Liberal and Labour Federation entirely agrees with the. action of the Government in postponing the further consideration of the said bill until next session, thus affording more time for explaining the provisions of this important measure to the country, and for introducing , possible alterations therein which will make it more workable, and more "generally acceptable to' all p : arts of 2>?e-sv Zealand."' • ■ ~

The chairman of the Hokianga County Council has arranged for a confererae at Kohukohu, between the Whangarei. Kawakawa, and Hokianga Railway Leagues, during November, to consider the best steps to take to forward railway matters.

Considerable progress is being made | on tliE'Mtrm Trunk lino between 'J'u- i rangarere and Wadouru, says the Xaikapo ".News." It is quite possible that the work will be so far advanced as to con- | nect by rail, before the end of January, the two towns mentioned above. The road through to Waiouru is now almost completed, there only being, here and there, small patches untouched. The pile bridge is the furthest; point readied by rail. This bridge is so near completion that we can expect the rails to be laid and trains passing over it before the end of this week. This will considerably hasten the finishins of the permanent way between it and the next concrete Tjridge which is almost ready. Two more days will see the concrete columns ready to receive the girders, scaffolding of which is being pushed on apace. The bottom lift has already reached right up to the Turangarern station yard, and the top life is laid to within very few yards of the Taihape end of the tunnel before reaching Turangaerc- • • : •

Gross carelessness is often displayed by some, people in sending articles through the post, but a recent ttrsft in New South Wales was characterised by a recklessness that is calculated to make, postal officials quake. The story, "as told by the secretary to the Postal Administration, is to the effect that as the offi-cials-were sorting parcels in one of' the New South Wales offices a sharp explosion immediately followed the dropping of one particular package on-the table. The parcel was opened,, and was found to contain a pea-rifle, which was .evidently loaded when posted. The assistants on duty in the office narrowly escaped being shot. The sender will, as a matter of example, be prosecuted for posting a loaded weapon. Persons-post-ing loaded weapons are liable to a , fine of £100.

At a meeting of the newly-formed Whangarei Cricket Club held last night the following officers were elected: President. Mr. 1\ Mander, M.H.8..; vice-presi-dents, Drs. Hall, Good, and Baxter, and Messrs McMalion, A. F. Mason, A. R. Crane, A. Weaver, R- S. Hunter, and ,f. Dalston; secretary, Mr. A. IST. Wallace; treasurer, Mr. Garland. The iirst match will probably' be played next Friday. !

There was quite an influx of Austrians- , into Dargaville on Friday last, and onSaturday morning a good number took their departure for Austria via Auckland, with well-lined pockets as the reof their arduous labours on our gumflclds.

According to an official report tlie influence of Parihaka is still very strong among certain of the natives on that 'coast. Meetings are still 'held every month, and twice a year (Juno and December) large numbers of natives .travel from up and down the coast to hear the latest prophecies of Tohu and Te Whiti. -These visitors carry with them contributions of either food or money, and consequently 'exhaust' their own ■ resources, for several months. Houses, some of them costing several hundreds of pounds, have been built at Parihaka by these regular visitors, and these-are. only used on the occasions of the periodical visits. • It is generally understood that there is a reserve fund of cash at Parihaka. and when in. conversation with the natives there it did not seem that there was any anxiety amonggt them on account of the failure of tlie potato ctoq. They remarked, "There was plenty of flour and rice to be bought," and "the atua would see they did not starve." Although the native population of the district is decreasing, the remainder are becoming more thrifty, and anxious to emulate European manners or customs. There are many manners pertaining to the welfare of the native race that come well within the scope of the Maori Councils Act, but the influence of Parihaka is so strong that the best and most influential natives will .unfortunately take no part in the formation of councils.

The Thames County Council yesterday accepted the following tenders for road works:—Metalling WlJare'poa-rorfd, Peter McConnell, £41 5/; Kauaeranga Valley-road, metalling, J. Rickit, £143. The New Monowai Gold Mining Company asked the Council to repair the road lea cling from . the new lpwi level of their mine to the battery, and pointing out that the company had expended over £."5000 in wages in putting in this level. Tlie engineer' was instructed to do the work with the men in the riding to the extent of £100. The secretary of the Marine Department wrote regarding the shoaling of the Tairau Harbour, and offering to make arrangements to forward a marine harrow from Auckland to Tairua, providing the Council would undertake the work of having the channel dragged with it. The matter was left, in the hands of the chairman.

The following men will represent the .No. !} Natives at lluntly in the match for the Simmelhag Cup on the Dth November. Most of the mcii are going by the 4.15 train on Thursday so as to take part in the entertainment kindly provided by the Huntly people:—Captain Stevenson, Lientenant Kretsclimar, Lieutenant Bodle; Colour-Sergeants King, Rowles, Hogan, Kretschmar; .Corporals Hogan. Martin, Waitc, Barz - inger, Huntly, Brown.

The annual sports meeting of the Auckland College and Grammar School takes place in the Domain to-morrow. The. Bavarian Band has been engaged, and afternoon tea will be dispensed by the girls of the school-.

Summer skirts and jackets. Cream serge, crash, etc.. Smart new goods at very low prices at Rushbrook and Bridgman's, just above the Grey statue, Queen-street. — (Ad.)

An immense assortment of ladies' summer hosiery is now opened up at Smith and Caughey's. Ltd. In black lace lisle, 1/, 1/3, 1/0, to 2/11 pair. Lace cashmere, 1/0, 1/9, 1/11, 2/3, 2/11.—(Ad.)

Your spring suit is here; it only remains for yon to come and pick it out. Just the style you like and.the price you want to pay.—Geo. Fowlds.— (Ad..)

Tfibbons: The newest in stripes and florals in all fashionable colourings. Parasols, lace and embroidered covers, all the most up-to-date procurable. 2/11, 3/11, 4/11, to 39/(5 each. See windows. —McCullagh and Cower.— (Ad.)

Holidays.—Trimmed millinery, ready I" wear hats, nets, veilings, etc. —Try MeMaster and Shalders'. — (Ad.)

Beehive.—Holiday hats for girls, only Sid each; girls' mushroom straws, 1/; mushrooms, with ruche, only 1/11 each. —At George Court's, Karangahape-road. —Beehive.— (Ad.)

Another new shipment of Tenerift'e work now opened up at Smith and Caughey's, Ltd., who are showing large variety in- runners, . tea cloths, tray cloths,-etc. Suitable for presents.—(Art.)

Boys.' strong school boots to be had at Smith and Caughey's,. sizes 10 to 13, .9/9pair; 1 and 2. 10/9; 3 to 5, 11/0 pair.— (A<lo

Beehive.—Boys' washing hats for the holidays, 10d and 1/ each. — George Court,' Karangahape-rd.—Beehive. Ad.

In connection with the aquatic «.*. nival and -'at home" to be «nvpn if* the St George's, Bmviug dub ffjg day, the committee aj-c hard at wo l* completing the preliminary arraW ments Mrs. Street has kindly 'cot sented to the use.of "Birtloy" gI . OUm J which are close to the rowinV «W Tlie following is the programinV m Procession of boats: (2) tub race'- m relay swimming race, open to aiu'-rdwi ing clubs: (4) greasy boom; (5) assault at arms and grand water tableau The officer, for the day are Commodore Thomas llussell and Vice-Commodore Whitlow

lii connection with the tenders re, ceived by the Charitable Aid Board for the. renovation of four sanitary- towers and erection of two new oncsj the accepted tenderer found that he had underestimated the cost of the work and has withdrawn his tender. The 'next' lowest tender was £4115 by Mr A. Grandison, and this has been accepted in terms of the.resolution passed at the board's meeting on Monday. The' architect's estimate for the work was £4500.

,J^ r l ™ an . wh °_ «** tiiis splendid shirt display is intensely "interested in it. Can't help it. Such a broad variety of new styles., pretty materials, and what ridiculous prices.—Goo. Fowlcls.— (Ad.) Another lot of soiled lace curtains' also sample towels, selling very cheap' at Rushbrook and Bridgman'g, Queertstreetj just above the Grey statue.—Ad.

One yard wide! Costume crashes' at Smith and Caughey's. Ltd., for oitlv 8?d Dfd 10} d., 11|iL s and \/l yard. Special and marvellous value. These are greatly in demand for holiday dresses. (Ad.)

U.S.C. Designs in real lace .and lace curtains, beautiful in effect at 3/0, 4/fi to 8/6 per pair. Our noted 9/11' par. lour curtains cannot be equalled:—(Ad).

Beehive.—Crash skirts for the holidays, 3/11; crash costumes, 8/11, 10/H 12/11; crash dust coats, 8/11 each.—At George' Court's, Karangahape-ro'ad— Beehive.—(Ad.) ; ■ -

Holidays—McMaster and Shatters , for Sunshades.— (Ad.)

A glance will convince you. of <ihe value we give in our "Dress .Department" in delainettes, zephyrs, prints, muslins, voiles, and cambrics, etc., etc 4i'd, 55d,.62d, 7|d, to 1/4 -J. The fash. ionable design "Sweet Pea" voile...as virota in London, etc., 1/41.:—At McCul'lagh and Gower's. — (Ad.)

A new range of gents.' Panama and straw hats for summer wear now on view at Smith and Caughey's.. Tlie largest and best assorted stock of gentlemen's mercery and hats in the city.— (Ad.)

We count on pleasing you in ties, bows, collars, studs, sleeve-links, brushes of all kinds, belts, etc.—Geo. Fowlds.—(Ad*):

Our upper shop will be open to-morrow (Thursday) till !) p.m. Closed Friday. Open Saturday till 0 p.m. Lower shqp open Saturday as usual till!) p.ni.-— Jolin Court, Ltd., drapers and clothiers' (two shops). Queen-street. — (Ad.)

Holidays.—Ready-jiiade blouses; ..ail English traveller's range of samples, bought cheap; now selling freely at McMaster and Shalders', 3/3, 4/3," 4/9, a/8 up. See window.— (Ad.)

Now on view, an unusually fine selection of curtains; a glance will J' convince you of the value we give in, lacejcguiflui-o, Madras, imitation Renaissanciypte. etc., 2/0, 2/11, 3/11.. 4/11,- 5/11, McCullagli and Gower.— (Ad.) | *

Beehive.—Damaged belts,,, black, white and coloured glace!.kid, with fancy slide, must be sold to-morrow, ~6d, fld and'l/ each; a brilliant opportunity. —George Court, Karangahape-road.— Beehive—(Ad.)

Holiday Wear: Ladies' smart washing costumes in white and coloured linen and crash, up-to-date in every respect. 19/11, 22/6. to 32/. Cream voile skirts, nicely trimmed, 25/. Black cashmere, Jiistre and voile skirts. 25/ to 45/.-White drill and crash skirts, from- 6/9;—? At John Court's, Ltd. (two shops), Queen-street.—-(Ad.)

• Boys' washing suits and summer blouses in endless variety can bn seen at Smith and Caughey's, Ltrl.> Prices to suit all. Tunics 2/6 up. BJouses : l/f?', 1/11 up. Largest assortment yet showa in Auckland.—(Act.)

Beehive.—Black, white and cream cjiiffon, 44 inches wide, TOJd'; spot and fancy face nets in huge variety,' '(Jjd, 103 d, and' 1/ per yard.—George Courts Karangahape-road.—'Beehive.—(Ad.) .

Neckwear: The newest novelties pro* curable from London and Paris in lace bows,, plastrons, scarves, also silk bovra and scarves, etc., IOAd, 1/1, 1/3, 1/6' i ]/ll to 5/11 each , ; wide shoulder scarves iri silk, laces, and muslins, 4/6, 5/6, 9/fy 12/6, 15/6, to 37/6 each.— McCullagli and Gower.— (Ad.) , ■ .'•■*•'.

Beehive.—For the holiday : ftavyi brown and black gossamer, 63d yard.—« At George Court's, Karangahape-road.—* Beehive.— (Ad.)

Upper shop open to-morrow (Thurs* day) evening till 9 p.m. Closed all day. Friday. Open Saturday till 0 p.m. Lower shop open Saturday as usual till 0 p.m. —.lohn Court. Ltd., drapers and clothiers (two shops), Queeii-Btrect. —Ad.

In Demand!— Not for a long time past has there been such weather to create such a demand for Panamas and straw, hats.—Geo. Fowlds.— (Ad.)

Beeliive.—A special window of nefl season's tieSi Washing tics, 3d each; silk ties, od. 9d. and 1/ each; new braid ties, Gd, 9d, and 1/. —At George Karangahape-road.—Bi ■•hive.— (Ad.)

D.S.C. Grey dress tweeds in new wearings. An excellent lintv at 103 and 1/3 per yard. The cheapest goods in the market. D.S.C—(Adj. ,

Beehive. — Men's and hoys' tenriis shirts, 1/11 each. The Beehive leads iot men and boys' wear. — Kantngahape-road* —Beehive. — (Ad.)

Smart novelties in l>dies' dressing and tea gowns in muslin, delaine, voile, cashmere, silk, etc., 7/I', 8/11, 10/9. to £G 10/. Underskirts, all makes and prices, a charming lot of white embroidered and lace-trimmei cambric and lawn dittq, 3/11 to c f./9. Summer weights in woven vests and combs., all prices.—McCullagh and f<ower. —'.(Ad.)

Beehive.—Bamboo blinr.s, 3/11: bamboo blinds, 3/11; bainboi) blinds, 3/IV.— * At George Court's, Kara mahape-road.— Beehive.—(Ad.) ' .

Ex Indradevi: See on ; shipment'f>f Morley's Hosiery and D rit's gloves, largest variey and' best \al to we have ever shown. See window, a I McCullagh and Gower's. Closed all d:i,' Friday.—(Ad.)

Beehive.—Only afev of those black dress skirts left; el<viri,ig the balance at 5/11, C/ll and. 8/jrt Jack; last opportunity; one week.—iGe >rge Court, Kara-ngahape-road.--Beoh j v«.— (Ad.) Beehive. —Picnic basl.ets;. 1/ each: picnic baskets, 1/ each 1 ;-, picnic baskets, 1/, each. —George Courf, Karangahape-rpad. —Beehive.— (Ad.)

Upper show ope > to-morrow (Thursday) evening till f ji.ni. Closed all day Friday. Open Sat' rday till 6 p.m. Lower shop open Saturday as usual till —John Court, LftL, drapers and cKy thiers (two shops], Queen-street.— Ad.