LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XXXVI, Issue 1228, 2 April 1914, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The vital statistics for Foxtou last month were : Births 5, marriages 2, deaths nil.

The members of the local State school staff are required to attend the physical instruction classes to be held at Fielding for two weeks commencing on Monday, 20th April. School will therefore be closed during that period.

It is quality that makes a bargain. This will be found in every pair of bools or shoes purchased at Retter Bros, Ladies, call and see the special line of strong welted sole shoes from 13s 6d. Bools and shoes of all makes and prices stocked. Don’t forget, we sell five tins of Nugget polish for is.*

The following new books have just been added to the local public library :—“lt Happened in Egypt” (C. N- and A. M. Williamson), “The Valley of the Moon” (Jack London), “The Ne’er Do Well” (Rex Beach), “The Double Life of Mr Alfred Burton” (E. Phillips Oppeuheira), “The Way ot an Eagle” (E. M. Dell), “The Rosary” (Florence Barclay), “Hagar” (Mary Johuston). Referring to Mr P. C. Webb’s meeting at Greymouth last week, the Grey River Argus says:— “Judging by Thursday night’s meeting, the Social Democratic Party has gone back considerably in public opinion. The recent strike gave the Federation of Labour its death blow, and as the Social Democratic Party is looked upon as an offshoot of the Federation, it came down in the general debacle.”

Mr R. T. Betty has received a consignment of the famous Marlow and Bostock boots and shoes for both sexes. Inspection is invited, when patrons will be convinced that quality, prices and selection are unsurpassed.* We have to acknowledge the receipt of a copy ot No. 3 supplementary roll from Mr Hurley, Registrar of Electors tor this district. It contains 150 additional names, and a notification of the erasure of 1,316 names, principally those of electors who did not vote at last election, those who since died or were transferred, and of women voters whose names have been changed by marriage and are now included in the supplement. A palpable error crept into the report of the Dominion in reference to the attendance at the Hon. Fisher’s political meeting In Foxtou in respect to the attendance. Our contemporary stated that “the hall, seating 1500 w r as packed.” As a matter of fact seating accommodation in the building is only provided for 800, but 1200 could be accommodated. The number present would total about 700. The attendance, however, was easily a record, A very distressing incident occurred iu reference to transferring the remains of the late Mrs Robertson from the railway station to the home of deceased’s mother, on Monday last. When the casket was placed in the hearse the horses became fractious, and broke portions of the harness which necessitated the carrying of the remains through the town by deceased’s brothers and the undertaker. Much sympathy was expressed by townspeople for the feelings of the relatives over the unfortunate happening.

A special meeting of the Borough Council will be held on Monda}' next, 6th inst., at 7*3T p.m. Business: Notice of motion by Cr Speirs, “That the resolution passed on February 20th, 1914, appointing Mr C. Suggate as engineer for carrying out the water and drainage scheme, be rescinded’’ ; notice of motion by His Worship the Mayor, “That the proposed special area be discussed with a view to alterations being made to the same” : report of committee’s visit to Frauktou and Taihape, and general.

The Rev. T. Coatsworth conducted a farewell service at Oroua Downs on Sunday last, when the schoolhouse was well filled with an appreciative audience. At the close of the service Mr W, Fawcett, on behalf of the congregation and the children of the Sunday school, presented Mr Coatsworth with a handsome dressing case, and spoke of the appreciation with which the people ot the district regarded his work amongst them, and wished him every success in his new sphere of labour. Mr Coatsworth in replying thanked the friends most siucerly for their kind gift. He spoke also of the great improvement that had taken place during the last few months in connection with the attendance at ihe services and trusted that they would give bis successor, the Rev. W. S. Maslin, all the assistance in their power. A long-telt want! There is no need for cold feet this winter, as we have just landed a fine assortment of felt slippers for the cold weather, in sizes from baby’s to grandfather’s. Avoid colds by keeping your feet dry. Retter Bros, sell boots which they guarantee will keep the wet out. An inspection is invited. Prices to suit all pockets,* Perreau’s date scones arc a very popular dish for afternoon tea. Fresh daily.*

If you are not quite sure what it costs, give us a ring. We will be pleased to quote you a price. Thos. Rimmer,*

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.*

A harvest thanksgiving service will be held in the local Piesbyteriau Church next Sunday. Yesterday was All Fools Day, and the youngsters took a keen interest in taking down their elders.

A cricket match is to be played at Devin ou Saturday between a combined Devin-Foxton team and Shannon. The combined team will include five Foxton players.

Dr. Mawson was married at Adelaide ou Tuesday to Miss Francesca Delprat. The decorations were designed to represent the Aurora Australis. Miniature model penguins took the place o! flowers in the cake, which represented an iceberg. The newlymarried couple lelt yesterday for Europe. The Pahialua Racing Club, which was deprived of its only two days’ gathering by the Racing Commission over two years ago, and has been agitating for the restoration of its permit ever since, has decided to apply to the Minister ol Internal Affairs for a permit to hold a non-totallsator meeting in May.

A negro woman named Marie Scott killed Lemuel Price, a young white mau, at Muskogee {New York), driving a knife into his heart. A mob broke into the Wagoner County gaol, overpowered the gaoler, threw a rope over the woman’s head, dragged her lo a neighbouring telephone pole, and hanged her. As the majority of the mob were masked, it was impossible to discover their identity. At the close of the Methodist Sunday School last Sunday afternoon, a presentation was made by Mr G. Huntley (superintendent) on behalf of the teachers and scholars, to Miss Coatsworth in view of her departure from the district. The presentation consisted of a beautiful copy of the "Canterbury Teacher’s Bible,” Mr Huntly spoke of the services rendered by Miss Coatsworth to the school as leader of the young women’s Bible class, and wished her every success in the days to come. Miss Coatsworth suitably replied.

February exports of New Zealand products were valued at £3,214,626 as compared with ;£3. 62 9,785 { or February, 1913. For the 12 months ended February last the value of exports was £21,926,271 as compared with £21,036,874 in the preceding year. Cheese fell from ,£438,675 to ,£266,402 and wool from £1,838,133 to .£1,569,695, while hides and skins rose from £88,860 to .£124,827. Over a thousand people attended the funeral on Monday of the late James Comesky (postmaster) Constable D. Mahoney, Railway Guard Flynn and Railway Porter Taylor,- four of the seven victims of the fire explosion at the Upper Hutt. Cabinet was represented by the Hons. H. D. Bell, A. L. Herdmau and W. Fraser. The Railway and Police Departments were largely represented, and the Mayor of Wellington and several City Councillors attended. Felling succumbed to his injuries. The others injured are making satisfactory progress. The cause of the explosion is not yet explained. “No reputable accountant would erase or alter any original entry in a ledger,” remarked Mr Justice Edwards on Tuesday afternoon, in the course of a case in which fraudulent dealing with the money of a shareholder in a company was alleged. Counsel for the defence stated that the man who altered the figures could explain his action. “He could not explain it,” returned his Honour. “He might say he did it, but he could not explain it. Such a thing is inexplicable and disgraceful. I would not believe it can be done properly unless a host of reputable accountants came into Court and told me so.”

At Blenheim yesterday, the bond goods shed and machinery shed were totally destroyed by fire with their contents, and the wharf was partially destroyed. The shed had a full stock, including 400 sacks of barley, 200 sacks of peas, and lines of wheat, oats, chaff and general merchandise. Machinery valued at ;£ 1,000, and a portion of the cargo just landed by the Blenheim were also destroyed. Clauston’s stock and machinery were valued at £9,000, and the buildings and wharf at ,£4.000. Insurances available are ;—Wharf and bond goods shed, .£2,250; machinery and implements, £6lO ; stock, ,£5,'500, in the National. These include Clauston’s own goods and wheat be was responsible for.

The piano was invented in Italy some 400 years ago, and was then a very crude affair, not at all like either in tone, touch of appearance —the beautiful instruments with which we are no\y familiar. It is difficult to say where the best pianos are made; indeed, there is not much to choose between the productions of the best German or English manufacturers. The selection of a piano is pretty much a question of individual taste and requirements. There are so many makers, so many prices and qualities which a purchaser must consider, that it is always advisable to consult a reliable firm of specialists, preferably a firm with a good a thorough knowledge of the business, and a large stock to select from. Purchase your piano from the Dresden Piano Company, Ltd. They are to be depended upon in all these respects. Time payments from 20s monthly. North Island Manager: M. I, Brookes.

Sir Joseph Ward has addressed well-attended political meetings in the Nelson district, and has had splendid receptions. Mr R. D. Baker, of Sydney Stadium, has arranged with Carpentier, the French champion boxer, for three fights in Australia for The agreement will be signed on April Bth. Have you a headache? If so, take a cup of fresh brewed Doctor’s China Tea, without sugar or milk, and squeeze into it half a lemon. Try this once, then you’ll understand and appreciate what good tea is. There’s no tannin there! Walker & Furrie, agents.* 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.*