LOCAL & GENERAL NEWS.

Marlborough Express, Volume XLVII, Issue 34, 8 February 1913, Page 4

LOCAL & GENERAL NEWS.

An examination for. officers of the Territorial Forces will be held throughout the Dominion on the 17th, 18th, and 19th of this month. Several local candidates will sit.

The rainfall at, Lynton Downs (Kaikoura) last month was 4.08 inches. Rain fell on eleven days, the largest record for any one day being 1.91 inches on the 27th.

The Government is reported to be considering the appointment of a batch of, new Legislative Councillors. An announcement is expected at the end of- March.

A meeting of officers and non-com-missioned officers having in hand the proposal to erect Territorial club rooms will be held at the Defence office on Friday next for the purpose of making definite arrangements for ,the erection of the building.

Tonking's Linseed Emulsion positively knocks out colda. Just try a bottle. 1,5 6d, 2s 6d, 4s 6d,'everywhere .—Advt.

As his Excellency the Governor will pay his first official visit to Blenheim on Wednesday next in connection with the Garden Fete, a guard of honor will be furnished for the occasion. The Tenth Regimental Band, B Company Territorials, and Marlborough High School Cadets will carry out the duties. It is expected that his Excellency will arrive at the station about noon, and the parade has been arranged for 11 o'clock.

At the United Conference- of Methodists at Wellington yesterday it was resolved that ministers be in their new circuits by the third Sunday in April, and that ali circuits and station authorities close their accounts as from 31st March. The first reading of stations was deferred until the alteration or division of circuits and similar business is dealt with.

Wanted Seen: New linoleums and floorcloths, just opened at Smale's Furnishing Warehouse, Alfred Street. —Advt. -

Mr Samuel Turner wires the Press Association as follows:—We successfully climbed Mount Tasman. Its height is not 820 feet less than Mount Cook. It is Now Zealand's second highest mountain, having an altitude of, 11,45 feet. We. had 4000 feet of step-cutting to do, which constitutes a, record on any mountain in the world. My guides were Peter b-raham and David Thomson, who did splendid work."

Splitting headache, no interest, no meal, and family coming home. Take Steams' Headache Cure. Immediate relief, brain clear, everything pleasant. —Advt.

T 11^ 1 a surf-bather at Lyall Bay, Wellington, last Sunday afternoon. He had been shooting the breakers tor some time, when, owing to the heat of the sun or over-exercise, or both, he suddenly lost command of ins faculties without the fact becoming immediately known to anyone. Indeed, it was not until he was rolled mto shallow water by the surf, in an apparently lifeless condition, that anything was known. Then some members of the Maranui Surf Club noticed the inert body in the water, carried the man on to the beach, got to workon him with first-aid methods, and pumped quite a lot of water out of lnm before he gave any signs of returning animation. I n about a quarter of an hour he was brought to. Wanted Known: Go-carts, pushcarts, collapsible push-carts, a lame assortment just opened at Smale's cT^ ing E + m P°rium. Alfred Street. Oall and see them.—Advt.

fWn V i Skm! ier > Commissioner of Ciovn Lands, returned earlier in the week from a visit to Southern Marlful L gh> fT' ved that a succeSithlt^T * h + t d heen- *xP<*ienced in that part of the province. From the Awatere to the Conway pastoralfete and agriculturists had bKS f,™ %T ?on^on S , and the returns of tJ^.^P'.^pting in the case snowl abides covered with would h Wmter> an^ I Yom the cro Ps would be very satisfactory. The country m that direction is wearing JNortnern Marlborough. The Ivaiw°elW. Wll iS lo°x. ld- n S remarkably thi X* P a fl rV hnvin S- Some of rv? or nVT ,flats' Zr°™S mainly je-grass and clover, are running as many as ten sheep to the acre, and aht dMß"V^il^ are very Profited h» f RE nfbr4 is in good heart. Occupiers of sections of 2o mw and even less are making an

The characteristics of Ceylon tea are robustness, flavor, and strength, the liquor being very palatable, and having a fine silky texture. Crescent Jed combines, in a happy degree. SrJfJ hai? c,tenstlcs- The blending is carried out by an expert, with the result that no characteristic is nro-■T-ibyna!l storekeepers at 2s Is ]0d and Is 8d per lb.—Advt.

Are you ooughins: and sneezing? Fee feverish and iD? Rave you got t;^ % W)" P-, Ut yOU "trafcht in no tSSer* ISS: l 8 M' Tnr-tl»-N.«l

The Wellington Woollen Company's directors have declared an interim dividend of 3 per cent, for the 'halfyear.

The train arrangements in connection with the unveiling of the Cook Memorial at Ship Cove on Tuesday are advertised to-day.

Coughs, colds, and croup cured by Tonking's Linseed Emulsion. Is 6d, 2s 6d, 4s 6d per bottle at all chemists and stores.—Advt.

A Wellington telegram states that Albert John Udy was convicted of blowing up a dwelling house with go lignite j and ordered to come up for sentence when called upon, and to pay the costs (£32 13s 7d).

Ths Government has decided to cancel the contract for the tunnel at Lake Coleridge hydro-electrical works. The Public Works Departs ment will carry on the work at the contractor's expense.

Moce Martell's Three Star is sold in England than any other mark.— Advt.

The monthly meeting of the Wairau Women's Political Reform League, which was to have been held on Tuesday next, lias been postponed to Tuesday, 18th inst., at the League's rooms, His Majesty'a Theatre.

The following telegram has been received by the Town Clerk of Pieton:—"His Excellency the Governor will arrive at Picton at 10.30 on Wednesday niorning, and will leave for Blenheim by special train at 11.20." ; A public address will be presented to his Excellency by the Deputy-Mayor in behalf of citizens. It is anticipated (says our correspondent) that an enthusiastic welcome will be given Lord Liverpool on this his first visit to the province.

For furniture of eveiy description see our large and varied stock, all going at sale prices at Smale's Furnishing Warehouse, Alfred Street. —Advt.

Remarkable conditions prevail in the Dunedin fruit market, according to a Press Association telegram. It is reported that never has there been the same scarcity during the past ten years. Prices of all fruits are exceptionally high, peaches being 9d per pound wholesale, apricots 7|d, and tomatoes (rough kinds) 9d. This time last year the market was overstocked, and prices low. The scarcity is put down to the effect of the frost early in the season and the peach curl in the Teviot.

Two Guineas for four lines of poetry! Read Tonking's Linseed Emulsion intimation every Saturday amongst news items.—Advt.

.Last night Councillor Girling gave notice of intention to move that the system of gas-consumption payments be amended, in the direction of reducing the super-charge on accounts not paid by the loth of the month to 10 per cent, up to the end of the month, and maintaining the present addition thereafter. He pointed out that the penalty charges were much more severe than in ordinary business circles. Councillor Griffiths gave notice of intention to move that the price of lighting gas bo reduced to 8s 4d per 1000 feet.

Kirkcaldie's famous half-yearly sale will start on Wednesday,. 29th January. The firm are issuing a complete inset of bargains.offered, which will be circulated through the post and our local paper. All orders left with their local agent will be executed and delivered in Blenheim at Wellington prices.—Advt.

A suburban gentleman, -who may be recognised for his adherence to Scottish traditions, and who is v confirmed lover of Bobby Burns, had a joke played off upon him the other day. He is also one of those male persons who wander down life's pathway without the tender companionship of a better-half. Some wellmeaning friends the other day sent tire old gentleman a post-card upon which was depicted' a lovely baby of some eighteen moons, dressed in'kilt and spora-n. and Glengary all complete, with dirk in tartan hose. Beneath the picture was the legend, which no doubt explains itself:—"Go thou and dp likewise.—Robert Burns."

Uric acid poisoning is the cause of such troubles as gout, rheumatism, lumbago, and sciatica. The outward application of liniments and embrocations^ may perhaps relieve the pain, btu they cannot cure. RHEUMO is a specific which drives the uric acid from the system and seldom fails to cure the most stubborn cases. Chemists and stores, 2s. 6d and 4s 6d a bottle.:—Advt.

The following members of local bodies attended^ the conference convened by the Picton Road Board this morning for the purpose of discussing the proposal to regulate motor traffic ' m the district-.—Messrs N Bragg, J. Smith) junr., J. Randall, H. J. Staee, W. Botham, and J. l-ankow (Picton Road Board); J. gan« and W Gifford (Spring Creek Road Board); J. Storey (Pelonis Road Board); R. F. Goulter, G. Boyce, and C. Teschemaker-Shute (Wmrau Road Board), and J J Corry and E. S. Parker (Blenheim Borough Council). Mr Bragg as chairman of the convening body' occupied the chair. He explained the objects of the conference, and emphasised the desirability, of introducing by-laws to govern motor traffic throughout the district, and thus put an end to the "scorching" practices of several irresponsible motorists, llio idea- was commended by several ot those present and on the motion of Messrs Teschemaker-Shute and Croultor it was decided that a special committee composing one representative from each local body interested be set up to make inquiries relative to regulations pertaining in other districts and to put the proposal on vidod that the chairmen of each local body .make up the committee, with power, if circumstances required, to appoint a delegate in their stead It was decided that the committee meet next a.t 2 p.m., and that those local bodies not represented at the conference be written to and informed of the meeting

A remarkable discovery was made a tew days ago by a young man who was making inquiries as to the best motor-bicycle on the market. Passing W. H West's up-to-date Massey depot he esp:ed m the window a compact motor-bicycle—the paragon of mechanical perfection. He bought one and he was so pleased with the make—the New Hudson—that he recommends all others in search of one of the best machines to see W fl West who is the sole local agent for fhf N^ w Hudson.—Advt.

m ffi c of a woll-kept home— J.AN-OL!- It is inimitable in the household for polishing floor coverings, Wther goods, and furniture In tins: liquid Is, paste 6d.—Advt

The treasurer of the Captain Coolt Memorial Committee acknowledges the receipt of the following subscriptions:—Mr A. McCallum, £1 Is: Mr D. Bisnell, £1. <

The illustration of the lantern slides to be employed at Mr R. McNab's lecture on Captain Cook irt the Town Hall on Monday night has been kindly undertaken by the British Picture Company. The Hibernian Band has volunteered to render selections in front of the hall.

Councillor Carr, the Fire Brigade's engineer, referring last night to the failure to close the valve supplying the baths from the main, said that on one occasion he forget a four-inch valve in the engine-room, and that oversight meant something like ~1000. It took only a few minutes to run back, but the damage was done in that space of time.

What Brandy? Is it Martell's? All right!—Advt.

A telegram from Mr J. Hislop, tinder-Secretary for Internal Affairs, directs that all Government offices observe Tuesday next as a full holiday, in recognition of the ceremony of unveiling the Captain Cook monument at Ship Cove, and Wednesday next, when the Garden Fet© will be held, be observed as a holiday as from noon.

One bottle of Baxter's Lung Preserver will prove its power and rapid action. Try it. Is lOd the largesized bottle at chemists and stores, or post free from J. Baxter and Co., Christchurcli.—Advt.

The general public are reminded' that the Wellington • Harbor Board's steamer Duchess, which is capable of carrying 1000 passengers, will run from PUcton to Ship Cove on Tuesday, setting out after the arrival of the excursion train. There will thus be ample shipping facilities, as the VVaitohi will also make the trip. The school authorities are being asked to grant a holiday for Tuesday's event

The one thing that never changes the quality of MartelPs Brandy, the fe* a-^ys-FIRST FAVORIT^ IN K&Sb£2££ PAVORI™ -1N A reminder of the sanguinary in-ter-tnbal encounters of the North Island Maoris is to be seen among the sand dunes of Titahi Bay (sayf the Wellington, Times). Heavy winds have blown away the sand covering half a dozen skeletons. The bones are apparently very old and the local-Maoris have not interested themselves in the matter though the gruesome collection is doubtless all that is left of the victims of an old-time fight. The remains are on native land leased to a pakeha farmer. Maoris have a partiality for burial near the sea coast and it was a common custom to carry their dead long distances to comply with this wish.

Half a person's appearance depends upon the footwear. TAN-OL is the Kteal pohsh for tan boots and shoes. lo look dressed you must use it.— Advt.

At this morning's conference, of Jocal bodies Mr Corry pointed out the positive danger to the travelling pubJic of 'Nolan's Crossing at Tua Marina, and suggested that the Picton Road Board urge upon the Hailway Department to improve conditions. Mr Bragg replied that the attention of the Department had twice been drawn to the seriousness or the danger, but w<ith no effect. TV- 1. * vlew to strengthening the' Picton Road Board's hand, Mr Corry moved that this conference ask the Puctorißoad Board to draw the attention of the Railway Department to the state of Nolan's Crossing, with a - A request that they issue instructions to engine-drivers to slow down to 5 miles an hour on both sides, to continue whistling when approaching the locality, to erect fresh signposts, and to provide for the public safety. Mr' - Teschemaker-Shute seconded the motion, which was carried.

There's brightness everywhere if TAJN-OL ia used. Clean and bright floors .and happy faces. ' TAN-OL is the thing. In tins-- liquid Is, paste 6d.—Advt. ,

The incident of the fire alarm of Councillor Girling at the meeting of Thursday night was mentioned .by the Borough Council last • niglit. Councillor Birch said he understood that Councillor Carr could report the tacts. Councillor Carr' described the circumstances, as already published. The surprise alarm had the/effect of revealing a state of affairs that could not be too strongly emphasised. Owing to the failure to close the valve which supplied the baths from the main, the Brigade were without an. ounce of water. He could not find words to express Ms sense of the seriousness of the position. The safety of the town was at stake Councillor Birch said that the defect meant that the whole efficiency of the Brigade's excellent service was destroyed. Councillor Homes said he had ascertained that the manager of the Gasworks, whose duty it was to close the valve when the bell rang, was misled in the first place by the incompleteness of the alarm, and also by a cyclist who told him not to bother as there was only a Brigade uractiice. It was not a fair alarm. Other Councillors agreed that the valve should be operated on the first clang of the bell, and that no notice should be taken of any casual informant. It was resolved to ask the manager of the Gasworks for an explanation, and also to 'ascertain why the key was left with the caretaker of the baths. Councillor Hon-es said that the caretaker of the baths was in no way to blame. .

£50,000 FOR A SHOE LACE. This is one example of how a simple invention won a fortune.. Our free booklet, "Adivce to Inventors," contains scores of suggestions for inventors that should prove easy to the man with a prolifio brain. Shall we send you a copy?—Henrv Hughes, Ltd., 157 Featherston Street, Wellington.—Advt.