They Say

King Country Chronicle, Volume II, Issue 88, 26 June 1908, Page 4

They Say

—That the conspicuous success of the social tendered to Mr Massey at Te Kuiti was mainly due to efforts of the Chairman of the Committee. —That the King Country is coming into political prominence with a rush. —That a new Opposition candidate is likely to be chosen for Taumarunui electorate. —That for a cold water function, the Premier's banquet was exremely hilarious. —That the Premier was highly gratified over the enthusiastic reception he received at Wairere. —That representations regarding the closing of the railway gate at Te Kuiti are being made to the head of the Department. —That Mr Massey is greatly impressed with the possibilities of the King Country. —That had it not been for the joviality of the Premier, the sweet songs of our Member, and the chorus of the party, the " bridge trip " would have seemed much longer and more tedious to those on board the coach. —That the driver of the coach to Wairere, being of a modest disposition, will find it hard to stagger under the weight of the ponderous feather (or feathers) which were placed in his cap upon his return to Te Kuiti. —That the Mangapapa School Committee are threatening to close the school if the Department does not soon grant increased accommodation and relieve the present overcrowding. —That the settlers of Northern Ohura are more alive to the necessity for " battling " in their own interests of late ; and that the neglected state of the district is sufficient to warrant additional energy. —That the bridges (?) are a disgrace to the district. —That the road to Mangapapa is dangerously narrow for vehicular traffic. —That it is hoped that Matiere setters will join hands with those of Mangapapa in forming a Northern Settlers Association. —That Mangapapa badly needs a mail service. —That the settlers consider the King Country Chronicle a tip top paper for battling for the requirements of the back-blocks. —That the bachelors of the district contemplate holding a ball, and thus initiating an annual fixture worthy of the district. —That the single ladies of the district would have given a ball long ago, only that they felt somewhat shy until the bachelors lead the way.