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Manawatu Herald, 26 October 1895, Page 2

Mr William Hutchison, M.H.R., is not an advnivev of the Wellington newspapers, as he says the leading newspaper- out of Wellington gave a very careful y-prepared condensation of the debates, but that did not give any real idea of what Was going on. As fov the Welllngidil pager's, they were in this respect of no practical use at all ; they were a perfect caiica ore. Mr T. Mackenzie said in the Hou-e on the debate on the Inebriates' Institdtidns Bill, tha* they had chemists in New Zealand — there was one in Dunedin — who tent out drugs to people in the country districts ; and, if the friends or re'ations of these unfortunate people who hud given way to the habit of taking drugs took means to prevent the drugs from reaching them, they w< re sent surreptitiously through servants, in drapery parcels, and in every manner possible in order to evade the Act. The Manawatu Agricu tural and Pastoral Show, which opened on Wednesday, was a grand show in every department, and the best ever held by the Association. The Governor paid a formal visit to the Show on Thursday morning, though he spent Wednesday On the ground. A large number of visitors left Poiton for Palmerston on Thursday. Tha weather was dry, but not pleasant. Peculiar ideas certain people hold as to lime and seasons. The manager of the State Farm at Levin just at the time all the settlers are supplying milk to the Creamery, buys bullocks to >■ took the grass because it is too late in the season for milking ! The N.Z. Times says that at the Palmerston Show " the poultry were in very poor condi;ion, but this waß due to the fact that the time of the year is unfavourable for exhibiting poultry." This v also rather a surprise. The people's Government seem sadly careless of the people's interest. Some of the horny-handed sons of toil asked the Government to purchase the Carnarvon Estate, and though the country has made many sacrifices for the Bank, yet the Estates Co. are selling the property as fast as they can privately. We have to thank Mr Miles, the seoresary of the Palmer3ton A. & P. Show for complimentary tickets to the ground and dinner. The preaohers at the Methodist Church 10-morrow are: — Morning, Mr S. Howan; evening, Eev. 9. Barnett. Sacrament at olos". Worshippers are asked to vote alteration of evening service to 7 p.m. We have to draw the attention of our readers to an alteration in the N.Z. Loan and Mercanti c Agency Company's advertisement, from whioh we are pleased to earn that the company is about to establish fortnight'y sales of she-pskins, hides, tallow, &c. This is a most desirable move, and we have no doubt it will be received with satisfaction by the company's numerous clients. As we have heard of no other candidate for the office of Mayor of Foxtm it appears most probable that Mr Nye will have a well--fleS'Tved walk-over. The King and Queen of Denmark are most illu trious peopie. and their children are the wives and husbands of the chief leading European monarchies. This, however, does not make them rich, and they ' are not rich. This is shown in a very simple manner. A photograph of the King and Qu-en taken in Copenhagen has been reproduced in the St* James' Budget, and the new trousers the King is wearing show tho fold distinctly down each leg! What will his son-in-law, the Prince of Wales say ? The Key. G. Aitkens conducts the service in the morning at All Saints' Churob, Foxton, and preaohes at Levin in the evening. Messrs Dudson Bros, advertise for a flax outter. ■"■'.." Mr E. Ellery Gilbert, piano tuner and expert, is now in town, and will remain for I a few day's longer. '

The acceptances for 7 events for the Otaki Birthday meeting close at 9 p.m. next Weauesday. Nominations for tne R*ukawa Plate of £25 close at the same time. Mr H. <3oiey is In Wfotit of A good feeder for the Her'ringtdri nlilli In Mr A. Fraser's apace to-day he has an alteration,, in which" lie advertises tUat .anyone requiring presents for friends at Home can procure them from ins nicely assorted stock. The different agencies he holds are also given, and the announcement that he is about to start a circulating library will be hailed with pleasure by maHy. the tournaments in (Jotirtectidn with the Foxton Lawn Tennis ClUb have now been started; and already fptir gardes have been pljtyed: iri the Ladies' Sidgles, df 30 j&miis, Miss gjymons (12" points), easily defeated Miss Williams (10), by 8 points; Miss Whyte (4), had no difficulty in catching her opponent Miß9 O'Brien, (15), and eventually won by 5 joints. The first of the Gent emen's Singles, of 30 points was W. Cook (23), v. O. Kdbinson (scratch). This resulted in a win for the foi'nler by 20 point •, his opponent not playing with anything like his usual form. The next game was played yesterday afternoon, the competitors being W. Lit le v. E. Cowlea, both starting level, the latter coming off victor by 15 points. Several other games remain to be decided, when the winners will be drawn again for the second round. During the journey by train from the Palmerston Show on Thursday night several persons happened to meet in the same carriage who take much pi'ide in the pro-, dude from then' land. An argument was at once started, one saying that he had in his garden a cucumber fit to cut. This was doubted, and nothing would suffice until a bet was rriadei and the conditions were accordingly drftWn dp. The One who doubted the statement at oflce offered his farm to the owner of the cucumber, if such was a factt and he was likewise to bsednte the possessed of the cucumber if he won. A judge was appointed, who is known for his fairness in such matters, and the cucumber was cut this morning and held up to view in one of the shops, measuring 13£ inches We have not heard if the farm has changed hands yet. The Foxton Public Hall was fl'kd last Tuesday night to Witness the entertainment given by the above clever family, assisted by Mr Hagail and his Wife (Miss Lucy Frasei'). The perfoririance was the be9t of its class we have had fof rtiatiy years, each item being much appreciated, and consequently every number was encored. The opeuing piece was a selection played by the Septette fli'ass ßand; Master Fred Faust gave a song and dance next, his dancing being particularly good. The London Bell-ring.-i\s then 1 made their appearance, and played some selections. " Naming the Baby " was a character sketch by Mr Hagan and Miss Fraser, in which both artistes are given an opportunity to show their versatility. The musical itettm given were both serious and comic, and d^als with the troubles of a young married coupe as to whether the husband or the wife should choose & name for their child. The remarkable violin playing of Messrs Ted and i Eugene Faust whilst performing most difficult acrobatic feats was deservedly app auded, and Miss Fraser gave a comic song, id which the tit es of a number of the latest popular songs wre introduced. The enlertainment was well worth going to see if only to wi ness the "Bisley" acrobatic act as performed by ' Messrs Ted, Freddy and Eugen-j Fans", and a little mi c, Miss ftitby Faust: Some of the feats done were trU y marvellous, and with such quickness arid rieairie-s ihat rilade them simply perfect. The second part of the pl'ctgi'amme was also varied, and the concluding number was a farce entitled " My awfni boys," in which the fan was very great until the fall Of the curtain. The company are certainly deserving of patronage wherever they go. Certainly the most effective medicine in (he world is Sanders and Son' 3 Eucalypti Extract. Test its eminently powerful effect in doughs, COlds, Influenza; the relief instantaneous. In serious cased and accidents of all kinds, be they woondß, barns, scaldiags, bruises, sprains, it is the safest remedy — no swellings— no inflammation. Like surprising effects produced in Croup, Diphtheria, Bronchitis, Inflammation of the Lungs, Swellings, Ac, Diarrhcea, Dysentery, Disease of the Kidneys and Urinary Organs. In use at all hospitals and modioal clinics ; patronised by His Majesty the King of Italy j crowned with medal and diploma at International Exhibition, Amsterdam. Trust in this approved article and eject all others.— * [advt.] One of the drawbacks of country life, at least to the small settler, is undoubtedly the increased price he has to pay for any articles of clothing or general drapery, by reason of the extra charges for freight or carriage. This drawback need exist no longer, for extra charges are done away with under the new parcel system which has been inaugurated at Te Aro House, Wellington. Under this system any of the parcels advertised will be s-nt to any address in New Zealand, post free, the prices charged being exactly the same as those at which the goods are sold over the counter in Wellington. As may be imagiued, however, this liberal offer is only extended to cash customers, and all orders for advertised parcels must be accompanied by cash for the amount, before the order can be exeouted at Te Aro House, Wellington. In illustration of the system we will give an example. Take for instance No. 7 parcel, which contains 7 yards of double width stylish fancy check tweed ; 2 dozen buttons and silk and twist to match ; 2 yards of body lining and 4 yards of skirt lining. This complete parcel will be sent, post free, to any address on receipt of 15s 9d, from Te Aro House, Wellington.