LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XXXVI, Issue 1303, 26 September 1914, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The attendance shield at the local State school was won this week by St. 111., with an average attendance of 98 per cent. In another column to-morrow’s services for All Saints’ Church will be found. The country service is at Moutoa.

In our last issue Mr Thomas Bowe was referred to as president of the Moutoa Hockey Club. This should have read vice-president, Mr H. Greig being the club’s president.

The secretary of the local bowling club has received an invitation to members of the club to be present at the official opening of the Palmerston North Club’s green, which takes place on Wednesday next.

General Botha (Prime Minister of South African Union and Com-mander-in-Chief of the Boer forces in the Boer War) takes supreme command of the operations against the Germans in South - West Africa.

Our bacon is from selected country-fed pigs and is specially cured for our trade. Walker and FurrieA For Influenza take W oods’ Great Peppermint Cure. Never fails, 1/6, 2 16. The laraous Roslvn Writing Pads obtainable from all stationers and storekeepers at 6d and Is each.*

On Tuesday and Wednesday, Mr F. de English conducted musical examinations in Palmerston North on behalf of the Associated Board of the Royal Academy of Music. The following local candidates have gained passes; Primary, Irene Small, Mary Conchie, Timothy Lenihan, Bernard Gardes ; lower division, Irene Stiles.

A sitting of the juvenile court was held yesterday before Mr J. W. Poyntou S.M., when four boys were charged with wilfully damaging property. After hearing evidence the cases were adjourned until the next sitting of the court, the Magistrate recommending the parents to make good the damage in the meantime and to punish the children. If he were satisfied with what was done the cases would be dismissed when called on next court day.

Whilst assisting in the removal of the broken plate glass window in his shop in Main Street on Thursday afternoon, Mr J. Walls sustained very serious injuries to his hands. A large piece of glass fell whilst being removed and the jagged edges came in contact with Mr Walls’ hands, cutting them very severely and necessitating a number of stitches in the right hand. As a result of the accident Mr Walls will be incapacitated for some time.

No matter with what secrecy marriages may be celebrated locally, the show is given away if the happy couple happen to start off on their honeymoon in the local train. The railway officials somehow get wind of these matrimonial affairs and as the train moves off the engine whistle startles the township with gladsome toots and cock-a-doodle-doos. The township was notified this morning that a wedding had taken place by the engine whistle’s tootling. At the Magistrate’s Court yesterday morning before Mr J. W. Poynton S.M., judgment for plaintiffs was entered up in the following undefended civil cases : —E. Wanklyn v. T. F. Nolan, claim ,£34 15s sd, costs 28s ; O’Brien and Rorke v. R. Haydock, £2 14s 6d, costs lis ; J. Richardson v. M. Downs, £,14 is rod, costs 20s ; G. C. Coley v. Richards, £2 6s, costs 15s, and an order made for immediate possession of the house. In the judgment summon? case R. Moore v. C. C. Craig there was no appearance of judgment debtor and no reason for absence shown, and an order was made for the payment of the amount due on or before November Ist, in default two days’ imprisonment. Owing to the boisterous weather and brief notification, only a moderate attendance were present at the performance given in the Town Hall by the Rotorua Maori Choir in the Town Hall last night. The nett proceeds of the tour is to be handed over to the Patriotic Fund, The entertainment consisted of instrumental items by a well-balanced orchestra, glees and anthems by the choir, male quartettes, vocal solos, poi dances, habas, tableaux descriptive of the legend of Hiuemoa and Tutanekei and old time Maori games. Mr Papworth, manager and conductor, briefly explained the meaning of the various dances. The audience was delighted with the entertainment.

Mr J, W. Poynton, S.M., presented the prizes to the winners of the essay competition, at the local Stale school yesterday afternoon. He made special reference to the fact of a girl coming out on top, and delivered a very fine address on the place women filled in the world’s affairs. His advice to the boys and girls was listened to with marked attention, and the applause which greeted the various points gave evidence of close attention. The address was delivered to the IV., V. and VI. Standards. Mr Poynton promised to deliver a lecture on bacteriology on the 29th of next month. At the suggestion of the Chairman, the lecture will be given In the evening in order that parents and the public may be afforded an opportunity of attending. The lecture will be illustrated with lantern slides. One of the scholars volunteered the loan of a lantern. Full particulars ot the lecture will be advertised later. The scholars gave Mr Poynton three cheers tor the interest be has taken in the school.

A long-felt 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.* Always have "NAZOL” in the house. It is worth its weight in gold to the man, woman or child suffering from colds, coughs, sore throats, or bronchitis. Nazol always relieves. 22

Please read Thomas Rimmer’s advertisement m this issue. It will interest you.

“Down with the ‘flu’?” Why don’t you try “NAZOL” ? A few good inhalations of this sterling remedy for coughs and colds will soon make you fit as a fiddle. Get a Nazol Inlaaler. 22

Furniture slaughter sale now on. See advertisement. P. Wollerman.* The sunlit isles of the summer sea, Gleamed gay in the waters bme ; But the heart ot the man was ill at

ease, And his face of pallid hue; But his soul revived when a boat

arrived,

With a cargo of life renewer ; And he laughed like a boy he was full of joy, , When he’d taken Woods’ Peppermint Cure. 2

A gas stove is advertised for sale. The Government offices in New Zealand will be closed on Monday, October 26 (Labour Day).

The district is being visited by equinoctial gales, accompanied by heavy rain showers. The annual school concert will be held in the Coronation Hall on Friday, October 16th. Full particulars will appear in a future issue.

The Awahou sailed for Greymouth at mid-day yesterday, and the Queen of the South, with general from Wellington, is due to-morrow.

On Sunday, and during next week, the Rev W. G. Maslin will be engaged in Palmerston North on Home Mission deputation work.

Altogether 30 Germans, who were prisoners of war on Soames Island, have been granted parole. On Tuesday last an additional six men were sent over making the total now interned about 117, The services in the Presbyterian Church to-morrow will be conducted by the minister, Rev J. M. Thomson, M.A., in the morning, and by Mr J. Chrystall in the evening. The portion for the children will be given as usual in the morning. The Home Mission services in connection with the Methodist Church will be conducted on Sunday, both morning and evening, by the Rev P. Keall. The Rev Keall will also conduct a Home Mission meeting in the church on Tuesday evening.

Says the Palmerston Standard : —The Flaxmill Workers’ Union says the condition of the flax hands since the outbreak of the war has gradually grown worse. Earnings have come down to bedrock and board has gone up. Some of the men are only making 8s a fortnight above board and lodging. At the State school yesterday afternoon, Messrs Burgess and Parlane were recipients of presents from the school hockey team, in slight recognition of their services to the club in coaching the team, Mr Burgess, responding on behalf ot himself and Mr Parlane, thanked the girls for their thoughtful action, and assured them their work was a labour of love, the hearty response of the girls being sufficient reward for their efforts.

At the usual fortnightly meeting of the Eiterary and Debating Society to be held on Monday next, the subject of “Vegetarianism” will be debated. The leaders tor and against will be Messrs J. Chrystall and E. Huntley respectively. This question being ot more or less personal interest to everyone who considers the question of good health, apart from the economic and moral aspect, there should be a good attendance of the public. A quiet wedding was celebrated at All Saints’ Church this morning by the Rev W. Raine, the contracting parlies being Mr H. F. Strong, of Foxton, eldest sou of Mr S. F'. Strong, of Palmerston North, and Miss Nina Alzdorf, second daughter of the late Mr W. Alzdorf, of Foxton. Mr E. Alzdorf officiated as best man and the bride was attended by her sister, Miss Erma Alzdorf, as bridesmaid. Mr and Mrs Strong left ou their honeymoon by the morning train.

Yet another old resident ot Manawatu, Mrs Anne H. Jewell, passed away at Palmerston on Thursday. She was a resident of Palmerston for 25 years. She was born in Nelson, and at the time of the Maori hostilities in the Wairau she left with her family for Australia, and returned to New Zealand some months later. She leaves one sou, Mr W. T. Jewell (Rangiotu), and two daughters, Mrs E. W. Seeker (Palmerston), and Mrs J. Adams (Waipawa). It is quality that makes a bargain. This will be found in every pair of boots or shoes purchased at Retter Bros. Ladies, call and see the special line of 6dong welted sole shoes from 13s str. Boots and shoes of all makes and prices stocked. Don’t forget, we sell five tins of Nugget polish for is.*

If you wish your money to go as far as possible in the present unsettled times, buy your stores trom Thomas Rimmer.

Sniff, sniff!—isn’t that cold a nuisance? Why didn’t you think of “NAZOL” ? It would have cleared out the cold in no time. Get a bottle NOW and see how quickly Nazol acts. 22

A well assorted supply of English and colonial confectionery at Perreau’s.*

For Chronic Chest Complaints, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure, 1/6, 2/6.

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 £4 10s.*

Now is the time. If you are contemplating a change, try Thomas Rimmer.

“Oft in the stilly night” you congh and cough, because you haven’t used “NAZOL.” This wonderful specific attacks the congestion underlying coughs and colds, and never fails to soothe and ease, 1/6 buys 60 doses. 22

Gentlemen! Next time you require a “best hat,” buy the “R. & G.” make —it will style and comfort give vou. Apply local drapers.* For Children’s Hacking Cough at night, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure, 1/6, 2/6,

Golden Bee Jam made by Kirkpatrick’s 3 tins i° r */” J- M. Kelly’s.*