LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XXXVI, Issue 1201, 29 January 1914, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The Oueen of the South and Avvahou, both hemp laden, sailed for Wellington last night. It is estimated that the profits from the local club’s recent race meeting will amount to about The death is announced from London of the Rev Owen Jones, the original “Slogger Williams,” of “Tom Brown’s Schooldays.’’ Clearing Sale ! Clearing Sale All the year round —selling off old stock getting in new. Thomas Rim men* PERREAU’s assorted fruit pics are delicious, 'fry them.*

We acknowledge receipt of an artistic wall calendar and thermometer from Mr W. Nye, carrier, wood and coal merchant. A labourer, John Illingworth, aged 44 years, was drowned in the Wairau River at Spring Creek on Tuesday. He attempted to swim across the river, and sank when half way. It is presumed he was seized with cramp. A Sourabaya (Java) telegram states that a fire occurred at a kinemalograph theatre at Boeloes. The audience became panicstricken, and a man, fifty-eight children and sixteen women perished. All the victims were natives.

A young woman named Minnie Frewin pleaded guilty at Iluutly to a charge of setting fire to the Taupiri billiard-room. A quantity of wood shavings, etc., was placed near the building and ignited. The tenants discovered the iUmes in lime to save the building and contents. Accused was committed for sentence.

“I have loug been impressed with the value ol fruit as food,” Dr. Beaj ifield told the Tasmanian Fruitgrowers’ Union recently. “That was really the origin of my orchard. I came to the conclusion that I could do people more good by growing apples and pears than by distributing physic.” According to the Christchurch Spectator Mr T. H, Davey, member for Christchurch East, has during the last two sessions declined to attend the Liberal caucuses or associate himself with the Liberal Party, but it is expected that be will define his position at an early date when he addresses his constituents.

There is at present, it is stated, rather a scarcity of beef cattle in the Taranaki district, and the prospects are for a coulinuauce of that scarcity for some time to come. Although the wholesale prices are firmer, with a probable upward tendency, it is not thought there will be any change so far as the price to household consumers is concerned —not for some time, at any rate. Two Palmerston residents on Saturday morning left in a boat for the Manawatu Heads by way of the Manawatu river. The journey was a long one, owing to the winding course of the river, but it was accomplished on Sunday evening. The same trip was accomplished about four years ago by three young Palmerstouians. Rev. Barton H. Ginger, Methodist minister at the Hnlt, died on Tuesday night, after a loug illness. He was about 53 years of age, and had been 25 years iu New Zealand. He leaves a widow and four of a family. For some time be bad been treasurer of the children’s land of the Methodist Church. The late Mr Ginger was in charge of the Woodville circuit a few years ago. Three dividends in bankrupt estates advertised in the Government Gazette this week are for striking amounts. The estate of N. M. Person, painter, Palmerston North, pays a “first and final” of 4j/2d iu the £; that of G. H. Garrett, cycle dealer, Palmerston North, pays a ‘‘first and final” of 5 V 2 d, but that of C. M. Wilkins, of Bulls, plumber, pays a first dividend of 15s in the £. At a big Protestant demonstration at Sydney this week, resolutions were carried expressing loyalty to the Throne, solemnly protesting against the establishment oi Home Rule for Ireland, and pledging to stand by their compatriots in Ulster and other parts of Ireland iu the desperate defence now forced upon them. A copy of the resolution was forwarded to the King. At Wellington the other day two boys aged it and 13 years were caught in the act of robbing an orchard by the mistress of the bouse. The urchins turned the hose on the woman while covering their retreat. They appeared before the Magistrate and the elder boy was ordered to be birched by a constable. The younger lad’s father severely chastised bis erring offspring.

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Messrs Reiter 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 a remarkably moderate prices. Just step along and see their window display—it is worth it.* If you look from outside you have no idea of our stock. Come inside and look round, see our furniture and enquire about our special cash proposition—you will be surprised. Walker and Furrie.*

Mr P. Wollermau, cabinetmaker 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.* Having just, landed an up-to-date supply of catering utensils from England, Mr M. Perreau is now in a position to specialise in cateung, which will be undertaken in any part of the district.*

English fenders in gieat vaiiety just from the manufacturer. Pick yours now and save disappointment, Walker and Furrie.*

The monthly silting of the Magistrate's Court will be held before Mr J. W. Poynlon, S.M. to-morrow. The cases set down for hearing include three defended civil cases.

The heat to-day is almost overpowering. being the hottest so far experieuced locally this summer. The thermometer registered about S 4 deg. in the shade shortly after noon.

At a vestry meeting held in All Saints’s vestry last Tuesday it was proposed and carried with enthusiasm, that the vicar write to Canon Garland, and invite him to Foxton for the purpose of explaining the Bible-iu-schools movement. The All Saints’ vestry passed a resolution that a Floral Fete be held on Feb. iSih, to raise funds for the electing of outbuildings at the vicarage. This matter was brought up by the Archdeacon of Rangitikd, A favourite and profitable nocturnal pastime at the seaside, with favourable weather and tide, is flounder spearing. Last night the river foreshore was aglow with torches and lanterns, and judging by the outbursts of merriment by those employed some good sport was obtained.

Two young married women living apart from their husbands were charged at the Wellington Magistrate’s Court with making false declarations in registering the births of children by stating in each case that the husband was the lather, whereas in each case proceedings were subsequently taken against another man, who was adjudged putative father. The women were committed to the Supreme Couit for sentence.

Elsewhere in this Issue Mr C. EL Collins, of the Universal Supply Store, notifies that he has disposed of his well-known business to Mr J. M. Kelly, of Wellington. Mr Collins also thanks the public for the generous support accorded him, and solicits a continuance of same for his successor. Mr Kelly comes to Foxtou with excellent business credentials, and hopes to merit a continuance ol the support accorded his predecessor. The business changes hands as from to-day. #

J Children at the seaside should > be warned off the pier unless ac- , companied by adults, in order to ■ prevent similar fatalities to that > which occurred yesterday. The ) end of the pier has become a favourite spot for herring fishing by several children, and as the water is fairly deep there at [ full tide, and very few can be I accommodated on the structure, - the risk run by the youngsters is ; very great. We hope parents will take warning and not allow their , little ones on the pier unless ac- ■ companied by themselves. : The following new books have : been added to the local library “Captain Scott’s Last Expedi- : tiou,” “The Heritage of the Desert” (Zaire Gray), “The Silent • Battle” (George Gibbs), “T. : Tembarom” (F. H. Burnett), “The Paupers of Portman Square” ; (I. A. R. Wylie), “The Judgment of the Sword” (Aland Diver), “April Pauhasard’ ’(Muriel Hiue), : “The Business of Life” (R. W. Chambers), “A Fool and His Money” (G, B. McCulcheon), “Where the Strange Roads go Down” (Gertrude Page), “The Spirit of the West” (J. Hocking), “Trying out Torchy” (Sewell Ford), “The Allison Honour” (Harold Bindloss.) Some person of a very evil and malicious disposition visited Mr Boeken’s experimental mill at Tokomaru on Tuesday evening, says the Palmerston Standard, and damaged four belts attached to the machinery, either with a slasher or sheath knife. A big piece was removed from the largest of the four belts, while the remaining three were slashed about in a manner which rendered them unfit for use. The matter has been placed in the hands of the police, and it is to be hoped the culprit will lie discovered in order that he may be severely punished. This is about the meanest and most disgraceful act of vandalism that has been recorded in this district. Mr Boeken is engaged iu experimenting with machinery for the purpose of improving the method of flax-dress-ing, and if he succeeds in his undertaking the industry will receive a great impetus. Au improved article will meau a more active market and higher prices, with a consequent increase iu the demand for labour. The aim of everyone should be lo encourage experimenters, but when they aie subjected to the treatment stated in the foregoing, they naturally feel a little disheartened in their work. What we tell you of our slock and of ourselves we honestly believe — that’s why we,are getting on. Walker and Furrie * Oils, paints, leads, wallpapers, scrim. Builders and painters supplied. Thomas Rimmer.* Wanted —The people of Foxton and the surrounding districts to know that A. de Luen, tailor, of Palmerston North, will call on anyone with samples upon the receipt of a postcard. Costumes from £4 4S, Suits from £a 10s.* , This chap, he was a perfect wreck, : His cough was something awful; His sneezes shook the very roof, His friends, they murmured -‘poor 1 fool.” 1 But since that time a week has passed, , The poor chap’s getting well quite ] fast; 1 Twas only with the aid for sure \ Of a dose of Woods’ Great Pepper- J mint cure. 1 Gentlemen! Next time you re- 1 quire a “best hat,” buy the “R. & J G.” make —it will style and comfort 1 give you. Apply local drapers.* 1

The manager of the local Municipal Pictures is to be commended tor his efforts in keeping local picture patrons supplied with the leading films imported into the Dominion. The star films, recently shown are evidence that Foxtou's programmes are front rankers, and this fact is endorsed by the splendid attendances recorded. The latest film, depicting Victor Hugo’s masterpiece, was much appreciated by large audiences. The stable of K. Culls, trainer for Sir George Clilford, was completely destroyed by fire at Christchurch on Tuesday evening. About 25 horses were in the stable, but all were got out unharmed. The loss, as far as Cutts himself is concerned, is severe, as the premises are nuiusured. Cutts estimated the cash loss at about ,£ISOO. If the fire had occurred latter in the night probably half (lie horses would have gone, including some,, with important engagements next month. For Influenza take Woods’ Grea Peppermint Cure. Never fails, 1/6, 2 16. Best on earth (or anywhere else Book Gift Tea. 'fry a pound Thomas Rim men* For Chronic Chest Complaints, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure, 1/6, 2/6. • Perrea.u's up-to-date tea rooms popula ar nlace for afternoon tea*