LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XXXVI, Issue 1191, 3 January 1914, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The services in All Saints’ Church to-morrow will be as usual at 8 a.m., 11 a.m. and 7 p.nn

J. Hutchison, arrested for drunkenness yesterday, was convicted at the police court this morning by Mr Hornblow J.P., and ordered to leave the town.

The launch Taniora will leave the wharf at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to morrow (Sunday) for the Heads, and will leave the Heads jetty on the return journey at 5 p.m.

Ideal weather has prevailed for the holidays throughout New Zealand, and all out-door attractions have been particularly well patronised. The railway traffic has been exceedingly heavy. The local seaside attracted a a record number of visitors for Christmas and New Year. Every house was tenanted and a number of tents are erected to accommodate the overflow. The drowning fatality cast a temporary gloom over the locality. There is a particularly attractive programme at the Municipal Pictures this evening, including “Ivanhoe,” which, by the way, is not the same film that was presented a short time back, and a particularly sensational drama entitled, “The Globe of Death’’ — a 4,000 ft. film.

The services in connection with the local Methodist Church will be conducted to-morrow by the Rev T. Coatsworth. Special New Year addresses will be given. Mr G. Huntley will conduct the evening service at the Beach. A hearty welcome to these services is extended to all.

The manager of the municipal pictures informs us that he has arranged for Victor Hugo’s Masterpiece, “Ees Miserables,” to be shown at the Coronation Hall on the 27th and 28th of this mouth. This great film is said to far and away excel the very popular picture, “Quo Vadis” so the public of Foxton have a real treat in store for them. The vital statistics for Foxton district for December were ; Certificates of marriage issued, 6 ; marriages by Registrar, 1 ; births, 8; deaths, 3. Those for the quarter ending December 31st, 1913, were: Certificates of marriage issued, 10; marriages by Registrar, 2 ; births, 19 ; deaths, 6. The total for 1913 were as follow : Certificates of marriage issued, 21 ; marriages by Registrar, 3 ; births, 91 ; death®, 2 2.

A fair amount of license is allowed on New Year’s Eve, but a baud of local hooligans fairly overstepped the bounds on New Year’s Eve and early morning. They were more or less under the influence of liquor, and their conduct along Park Street was absolutely disgraceful, and their language in front of one residence in particular was vile. Blackguardism of the nature indicated deserves to be put down, and those taking part will be fortunate indeed if their conduct is not reported to the police. Ask for the famous “Roslyn” Writing Pad every time. Contains 100 sheets fine bank paper, with artistic picture of New Zealand’s wonderland (Rotorua), including photo of a charming Native girl. Only 6d each from local dealers.* Clearing Sale I Clearing Sale All the year round—selling olf old stock getting in new. Thomas Rimmer.* Perreau’s Bermaline Bread is recommended for- indigestion. Try it.* ’

At Napier on New Year's Day a potter named George Webster committed suicide by cutting bis throat. T. 0. Randles, a middleaged man, also suicided at Gisborue an the same day. The Palmerston Jesters repeated the performance given in the Town Hall recently, at the Beach on New Year’s evening to a large and appreciative audience. The entertainment was held in a large marquee kindly lent for the purpose by Mr Dahl. The proceeds were in aid of the jetty and lifesaving apparatus fund. New Year’s Day, 1914, will be a sorrowful memory to Mr and Mrs J. Dalziell, of Niblett Street, Wanganui, says the Herald, in that on that day they lost their twin children, who were thirteen months old. The infants had been seriously ill for some days. One passed away at 1.30 on that day, and the other at 2.30 the following afternoon, death -in both cases being due to convulsions. Thus a contemporary: —“We do not know whether it is on account of the strike, or hard times, or low prices, or whether it is sheer neglect, or pure cusseduess, but pretty nearly half our subscribers have tailed to remit the amount of their subscription for the current quarter. We hope this little reminder will have the effect of waking these dilatory, but no doubt very busy persons up. Remittances from the December factory cheque will be very welcome,’’ —“And so say all of us !” The tender of Mr J. Wyeth, at forthcoming race meeting has been accepted by the local Racing Club. This is au increase over last year ot £l4. 12s. Mr S. Paul, of the Phoenix Hotel, Palmerston North, was the successful tenderer for the publican’s booth at an increase of £ls over the amount paid last year. For the horse paddock, Mr G. Tozer’s tender of £1 xos od was accepted. At a meeting held in Shannon on Tuesday evening last, Mr Suggate’s report and estimate ou the cost of a water scheme for Shannon was read, also a letter from Mr Suggate suggesting that a conference be arranged with the Mayor and Councillors of Foxtou on January 9th, 1914, to discuss a dual scheme for supplying water to Foxtou and Shannon. A long discussion followed, and it was ultimately decided to write to the Mayor of Foxtou to arrange lor a conference to see ou what conditions and terms Foxton was prepared to meet Shannon in the matter. As is usual at this time of the year a good deal of horse play was indulged in at a late hour on Christmas Eve and early ou New Year’s morning. In most cases the pranks played are of a harmless nature, and the offences committed are ou account of the festive season condoned by those affected. ' However, some person or persons went a little tco lar locally, and their foolish action may have been attended by rather serious results. The Wootton was berthed alongside the wharf, and during the early hours of the morning the front line from the vessel to the wharf was let go and the back lines (5 inch rope) were severed, and the vessel was. allowed to drift down the stream. Everybody on board was asleep, and had it not been for (he prompt action of Mr Kitching, engine-cleaner at the local sheds, serious results may have followed. Mr Kitching at about half past tour noticed the vessel drilling past Messrs,Kevin and Co’s, sheds] and suspecting that something was amiss ran on to Kevin’s wharf, and called out and awoke those on board, who immediately got to work and had the vessel in band by the time Duncan’s Bend was reached. The police have the matter in hand. This chap, he was a perfect wreck, His cough was something awful; His sneezes shook the very roof, His friends, they murmured “poor fool." But since that time a week has passed, The poor chap’s getting well quite fast; ’Twas only with the aid for sure Of a dose of Woods’ Great Peppermint cure. f Perreau’s date scones arc a very popular dish for afternoon tea. Fresh daily.* Oils, paints, leads, wallpapers, scrim. Builders and painters supplied. Thomas Rimmer.* A well assorted supply of English and colonial confectionery at Perreau’s.* For Children’s Hacking Lough at night, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure, 1/6, 2/6. Having just landed an up-to-date supply of catering utensils from England, Mr M. Perreau is now in a position lo specialise in catering, which will be undertaken in any part of the district.* Wanted—-The people of Foxton and the surrounding districts to know that A. de Kuen, tailor, of Palmerston North, will call on anj'one with samples upon the receipt of a postcard. Costumes from £4 4s, Suits from £4 10s.* English fenders m great variety just from the manufacturer. Pick yours now and save disappointment. Walker and Furrie.*

All the local tradespeople .report good business during the Christmas season.

Mrs Brigadier Glover, of Wellington, will conduct the local Salvation Army services tomorrow.

The Rev Mr Woodward and Mr W. E. Barnard, leave Foxton for a trip up Mount Egmoat on Monday.

The death is reported at Wellington of Mrs Sarah Ann Rhodes, wife of Ihe late Hon. W. B. Rhodes, one of Wellington’s pioneer settlers.

At the local police court on Wednesday, before Mr G. H. Stiles, Mayor, Harry O’Donnell charged with drunkenness was convicted and fined 10s.

Those patronising Mr Daniell’s launch as a means of transit to the Heads, will be pleased to know that the vessel is now able to moor alongside the jetty at the Heads, thus saving a good deal of inconvenience to passengers.

The police have in their possession at present a tin trunk and contents found in Union Street, for which an owner is required. The trunk is addressed to Mrs J. Wilsou,

Nominations lor all events, except Trial (first day) and Maiden (second day), in connection with Ihe forthcoming local Racing Club’s meeting, to be held ou Jan. 22nd and 23rd, close with the secretary at 9 p.m. on Monday. The manager of the municipal pictures informs us that he has secured the great nativity film, “From the Manger to the Cross,” for the Bth aud g'h insts. This film is stated to surpass “Quo Vadis” aud is bound to be appreciated by one and all. The Marton Cup on New Year’s Day was won by “Mr Highdeu’s ” Expect, the locally trained Kord Renown running into second place. The Great Northern Derby at Auckland was won bv Cherubim. Immer accounted for the Wairarapa Cup, and Fair Rosamond for the President’s Handicap at Hastings. On Wednesday next Messrs Mounsey and Co. will hold a clearing sale of household furniture and effects on behalf of Mr William Woods, who is leaving Foxton for Waihi, The sale will be held on the premises, Frances St., and will commence at one o’clock, A full list of the goods to be submitted appear in our advertising colums to-day.

Mr P. Wollerman, cabinet maker and furnisher, is now offering an exceptional opportunity to the residents of this district to secure house furnishings at slaughter sale prices. Some lines below cost. An early call will secure the best of the bargains.* Messrs Retter Bros., are at present showing a really splendid stock of footwear which, having been imported direct from the manufacturers, and the middleman’s profit having consequently been saved, they are selling at remarkably moderate prices. Just step along and see their windov? display—it is worth it.*