The Manawatu Herald. TUESDAY, DEC. 17, 1907.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XXIX, Issue 3778, 17 December 1907, Page 2

The Manawatu Herald. TUESDAY, DEC. 17, 1907.

Messrs O’Connor and Tydman, the well-khown Palmerston jewellers, publish a replace advertisement in this issue in reference to Christmas gifts. We acknowledge, through Mr Alf. Fraser, a copy of ‘ ‘ The Adastrian,” the annual magazine of the Girls’ College, Wanganui. It contains a digest of ail happenings during the year at that excellent educational institution.

A majority of bishops at a conference at Cologne, headed by Dr Kopp, Archbishop of Breslau, after discussing the Anti-Moder-nist Encyclical, maintained that the Vactican must be given to understand that it must first take soundings in Germany before issuing an Encyclical affecting Germany. In the cricket match, Eoxton Association v. the U.C.C., Palmerston North, played last Saturday, we are iuformed that several new records were put up within the memory of that well-known individual person ‘ ‘ the oldest inhabitant.” xst, it was the highest score to date ; 2nd, there was not a “duck’s egg” contributed by Eoxton players ; 3rd, it was the first time that Eoxton had declared their innings closed ; lastly, it was Foxton’s first win against a Palmerston club. The high score made by Eoxton clearly showed what a difference in run-getting could be made when the long grass had been mowed down. We are informed that this had been done by the order (not of the Borough Council! ot a private individual, whose name we are not at liberty to disclose. We trust that others, when occasion arises, will follow his good example.

Mr Alfred Bayly, the wellknown footballer, died at Wanganui on Sunday, aged forty-one years.

Messrs Tatton and son, dentists, notify that their Foxton surgery will be closed on Tuesday, 24th inst., also Monday and Tuesday the following weeks for the Christmas holidays.

At the conclusion of the sitting of the S.M. Court yesterday, which will be the last to be held this year, His Worship conveyed his best wishes to the local practitoners for a Merry Xmas etc. Naturally, this kind assurance was cordially reciprocated by the gentlemen present. A musical evening is to be tendered to the Rev, and Mrs YoungWoodward by the parishioners of All Saints’ Church in the Masonic Hall to-morrow (Wednesday) evening. All parishioners are cordially invited to be present, and a pleasant gathering is anticipated. The Preimer, speaking at Dunedin, in reference to the re-erection of Parliamentary Buildings, said he believed the Government would be able to avail themselves of the large area of land on which Govermeut House stands. It was an area more suited for Parliament than for Government House, and the time was opportune to take advantage of this and build something that would be for all time a credit to the Dominion.

We have been shown copies of order papers, reports, etc., which have to be considered by the Wanganui Education Board at their ordinary meetings. Talk about Parliament legislating by exhaustion, why, the highest court in the land is not in it, comparatively speaking, with the Wanganui Education Board for despatch of business. The business on the order paper is responsible for three and a-half sheets of type-written foolscap. Inspector’s report, technical and financial reports, etc., etc,, are considered and dealt with in the space of a few hours. All business is thoroughly systematised, and there is not a moment unnecessarily wasted.

The winner of the first story competition instituted by the Done Hand Magazine, was Miss Dulcie Deamer, “The Pines,” Featherston, Wairarapa. She received for a story 3000 words in length. Miss Deamer is not yet 17 years of age. Her story, which will be published in the January number of the Lone Hand, is not only strong in idea, but admirable in execution. Miss Deamer is an extraordinary instance of literary precocity, and another proof of the very remarkable intellectual growth among young Maorilanders.

It will be found harder nearer Xmas to get exactly what is wanted. Prices are extremely moderate, and should tempt the most economical. Sterling House, Palmerston, is advertising goods suitable for Xmas presents. Regular customers know that reliability is the key note of this firm’s trading, and new customers who will be attracted by the choice selection of Xmas goods now showing, will still further establish the high reputation this firm now holds for reliability in word and deed in their dealings with the public. A sterling article at the most reasonable price is the motto of this new and thoroughly up-to-date establishment.*

As Christmas approaches, sentimental feelings steal over almost every person, and one’s thoughts wander to distant parts of the dominion or the Horae Land, where parents, sweethearts, sisters and brothers, and friends, reside. You desire them to know .they are not forgotten, and so send them a little present or token. Personal greetings on specially printed cards conveying you own message, are very fashionable. The Herald printery has laid itself out to fill the bill. We can supply you with printed cards conveying your own message, at the following prices for cash only: i doz., from 4s 6d; 25, 7s 6d ; 50, 13s 6d ; Call and inspect samples, and order early to save disappointment.* Apropos of the capture of Lionel Terry recently, a gpod story is going the rounds in one of the upcountry districts, says the Dunedin Star. The local constable had spent the day riding round the district in the hope of getting some news concerning the escape from Seacliff. Towards nightfall he heard that a strange man, tall, and of powerful build, and a mighty pedestrian, had been seen earlier in the evening at a certain place, near some scrub. Thither the constable repaired on horseback with all possible speed. In the darkness he fancied he saw the prone figure of a man, secreted in the undergrowth. Loudly he called on him to come forth ; but there was no response. How was he to capture, single-handed, the supposed Lionel —a man of reputedly great strength and endurance and a clever boxer —while he (the constable) was hampered with the charge of a restless horse ? Like a flash, an idea struck him. He would make a dash on horseback at the object planted in the scrub, and trust to luck in disabling him and effecting an easy capture. Digging his spurs into the horse's sides he accordingly made a desperate dash, yelling loudly at the same time. True enough, he knocked over something—but not the man he was after. It was a quadruped —a yearling calf, which was at once on its feet, roaring lustily for its mater!

WOLFE’S SCHNAPPS.—A tonic that has stood the test of years.

We direct attention to Mr C. L. Barnard’s replace advertisement on page three. The Foxton Cricket Club has arranged a match with, the Levin Club at Levin, to-morrow. Drag leaves the Post Office at xi a.m. Our readers are reminded of the auction sale of bicycles etc., tomorrow afternoon by Messrs RaeHoward and Co. Owners of machines are required to redeem them before the sale, as everything on the premises is to be sold. At a meeting of the Committee of .the Foxton Rugby sub-Union held at Whyte’s Hotel last night, Mr R. Moore was appointed sole trustee of the McEwen Benefit Fund, with power to call in all subscription lists and monies, and after depositing sufficient money to-meet medical expenses, to have full power to deal with the balance of the funds subscribed for McEwen’s benefit.

A novel entertainment is promised for to-morrow (Wednesday) night, when a river social will take place. The steamer will leave the wharf for the Heads after the arrival of the evening train from Palmerston. A musical programme has been arranged, and refreshments will be provided. The charge for the outing is adults 2s, children is. Every precaution will be taken against accidents. A very enjoyable outing is anticipated. At the local Court this morning, before Alf. Fraser Esq., J. P., Arthur McKegney was charged by the police with threatening behaviour in Main Street yesterday afternoon. Constable Woods stated that accused used threatening behaviour to the licensee of Whyte’s Hotel, who ejected him from the premises. He also took off his coat to the constable. Accused was] under the influence of liquor. The Bench inflicted a fine of ios and costs ss, in default 48 hours. It gives us pleasure to congratu" late Mr W. E. Barnard, son of our esteemed townsman, Mr C. L* Barnard, on having passed his final solicitor’s examination. Mr Barnard commenced his legal career with Messrs Hamerton and Andrew, of Wellington, which firm he subsequently left to join Mr R. Moore, with whom he was associated until a few months ago, when he was engaged by the well-known Wellington legal firm of Messrs Atkinson and Bennett. We hope Mr Barnard will enjoy a long and honourable career.

The action of the ranger in deal ing with straying stock was severely criticised by Cr Coley at last night’s Council meeting. Cr Coley said he had seen the ranger returning stock to the owner’s yards instead of taking them to the pound. Cr Shadbolt: “ You are referring to my horse? ” Cr Coley: “Yes I am.” Cr Shadbolt explained that he had lent his horse to the ranger. Cr Coley replied that the ranger was riding another horse and driving Cr Shadbolt’s. A warm discussion ensued between the two councillors. Cr Coley said he had also seen the ranger returning horses belonging to another resident in the Avenue. He suggested that perhaps this game paid him better than impounding. Cr Shadbolt said the present ranger had impounded more stock than any previous ranger. Other Councillors and the Mayor expressed dissatisfaction with the present ranging. It was decided to call fresh applications for the position. A jneeting of Christchurch citizens was held on Saturday, to consider a proposal to place before the Premier the advisableness of holding the next session of Parliament in Christchurch. The following resolution was carried:—“That the Mayor, on behalf of this meeting, wait on the Premier, and inform him that there is a strong wish on the part of the people of Christchurch that the next session be held in this city, and, if the Government consider it, we are prepared to submit a definite offer in regard to a building. ” The Premier explained at once that it would be impossible to accede to such a proposal. Parliament could not sit away from the Government Departments and the Government Printing Office, and he had no doubt that suitable \ arrangements could be made in Wellington.