LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XXXVI, Issue 1313, 20 October 1914, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The Rev J. M. Thomson, M.A., leaves this week for a month’s holiday in the South, A white frost yesterday morning played havoc with local kitchen gardens. Our staff desire to thank Mr and Mrs Geo. Mounsey for wedding favours. We desire to acknowledge an invitation to be present at the Levin Savage Club's ladies’ night, to be held on the 28th iust. The local manager for the New Zealand Shipping Co., Ltd., received advice that the Rotorua, from London, arrived at Wellington at 3 45 p.m. yesterday. A meeting of No License sympathisers is advertised to take place in the Good Templar Hall at 7.30 p.m. to-morrow. The president, Rev A. C. Randerson, M.A., will be in attendance. At the recent school concert, the head teacher publicly thanked Mr Leary, the municipal picture operator, for the assistance he had rendered the staff at the hail, and for manipulating the coloured lights. Trooper Cecil Alexander, of Otago, died in the Wellington Hospital on Saturday night, irom pneumonia, contracted while camped at Miramar, He was 28. Fifteen men from Auckland who joined the Expeditionary Force are being treated tor measles. A few are in the hospital in Wellington. There was a good attendance at the Municipal Pictures on Saturday evening last, and the audience was highly appreciative, the programme being up to the usual excellent standard. The star drama was most fascinating, and held the individual attention of the audience. During the evening Mr H. Signall sang, “It’s a Long Way to Tipperary,” and received marked appreciation from the audience. At the inquest at Hamilton touching the death of Frederick Jellymau, the evidence showed that although deceased was prohibited be had been under the influence of liquor. The coroner, in commenting on the case, said that although the law provided for the protection of men by prohibiting them, yet it was a lamentable fact that people disregarded all the safeguards erected for the protection of others. A verdict of suicide during temporary insanity was returned. The sunlit isles of the summer sea, Gleamed gay in the waters blue ; But the heart of 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 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.* Having just landed an up-to-date supply of catering utensils from England, Mr M. Perrcau is now in a position to specialise in catering, which will be undertaken in any part of the district.* Our bacon is from selected country-fed pigs and is specially cured for our trade. Walker and Furrie.*

The Queen of the South with general from Wellington arrived this morning. She will sail again for the same port to morrow morning, and is due back on Tuesday. The Kennedy with coal Irom Westport is due tomorrow. On Thursday night, at 8 o’clock, in the Salvation Army Hall, Brigadier Carmichael will give a talk on “My Trip to the London Congress.” Refreshments will be handed round at the conclusion. The price of admission will be 6d.

Mr Hurley, Registrar of Electors, would like to hear from business people who would be willing to exhibit copies of the new electoral roll in their premises and receive claims for enrolment. The main roll is expected to be in his hands in about a fortnight. In the meantime he is making up a supplementary, which will be open until the issue of the writs.

An appeal is made to the local public tor blankets, boots, clothing, etc., for English and Belgian sufferers at Home. Any gifts of unused clothing will be welcomed. The tradespeople’s delivery carts will convey parcels to Messrs Levin and Co’s stores, where the parcels will be baled up and conveyed intact free of cost to Wellington. We hope there will be a liberal response to this appeal.

The Government does not intend at present to call for offers for another Expeditionary Force beyond the reinforcement contingent which has been arranged for and which will consist of about 2000 men. It is officially stated that should the Home authorities need to increase the colonial amy, the young men of New Zealand will be afforded an opportunity of offering their services, hilt so far it is not considered that circumstances require a second contingent.

Tens of thousands assembled at Wimbledon Common on Sunday to salute the Belgian flag and express through the Duchess of Vendome sympathy for Belguim. Mr Chaplin, M.P., said though it meant suffering and ruin Belguim had not faltered and had declined to break her word of honour and betray her friends. The crowd, at Mr T. P. O’Connor’s instance, with uplifted hands registered a vow that whatever came they would never sheath the sword until Belguim was free and reparation was made.

On Monday next, Mouusey and Co. will conduct an extensive sale of furniture and household necessities on account ot Mrs A. M. Nye, at her residence, Russell Street, commencing at i p.ra. The dwelling is particularly well furnished with every description of furniture, in excellent order, and to be sold to the best advantage. Special mention is made of the upright grand piano. This instrument should be well sought after, as it has a beautiful rich tone. The Singer drophead sewing machine is equal to new. The auctioneers anticipate a good attendance of buyers, as furniture of this description is seldom offered by auction in Foxton.

There was a large attendance at “The Royal” on Saturday, the star attraction being a great detective drama entitled, “The DareDevil Detective.’’ The picture was of a sensational nature and showed some picturesque scenes and daring exploits, and kept the audience interested from start to finish. Another special item was the screening of the heroes who defended Liege, also the famous Belgian cavalry aud in view of the present crisis this picture was of more than ordinary interest and gave the audience an idea of the physique of the Belgians, who surprised the world in the gallant way they defended Liege. The other items were of a high standard and met with the approval of those present.

Please read Thomas Rimmer’s advertisement m this issue. It will interest vou. Farmers and flaxmill employees are recommended our new special waterproof boots. We guarantee them. R. T. Betty.* For furniture we can give you a quote for cash that will open your eyes. An absolute saving of onehird the cost seems good doesn’t it ? An enquiry costs you nothing. Walker and Furrie.* It is necessary at all tunes to save money. Read the new scheme advertisement of Kelly’s We are convinced that we can give you better value for your money than any other store in town. Thomas Rimmer. A well assorted supply of English and colonial confectionery at Perreau’s.* Now is the time. If you are contemplating a change, try Thomas Rimmer The famous Roslvn Writing Pads obtainable from all stationers and storekeepers at 6d and is each/ One good point about "NAZOL’ is that its use is simple and convenient. Whether taken on sugar or through the Nazol Inhaler, it positively relieves coughs, colds, catarrh, sore throat and influenza. Bottles 1/6. 12 For Influenza take Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure. Never fails, 1 16, 2/6. Difficulty of breathing in one suffering from Nasal Catarrh can be relieved by inhaling “NAZOL ’ for a few moments through a Nazol Inhaler. This remedy only costs a few pence. Try it. 12 For ChronicsiChest Complaints, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure, 1/6, 2/6. Ask for the famous “Roslyn” Writing Pad every time. Contains ioo sheets fine bank paper, with artistic picture of New Zealand’s wonderland (Rotorua), including photo of a charming Native girl. Onlv 6d each from local dealers/

The death is reported from Wellington of Mr T. Kennedy Macdonald. He was born in Boulogne, of an old Highland family, in 1847. 1° tbe revolution of 1848, his parents were forced to leave France and return to their home at Lednachan, Fort William, Scotland. He came to New Zealand in 1871, and founded the well-known firm of T. K. Macdonald and Co., auctioneers. Mr Macdonald’s public services took the forms Of municipal councillor, senior city auditor, chairman of the Harbour Board, and member of Parliament for Wellington city (1890-92). He was a member of the Royal Commission in connection with the Public Trust Office, 1892 ; chief Valuer to the Advances to . Settlers Department, umpire in the valuation of the Manawatu Company’s land, and he took an active part in the formation of that highly successful company. In 1903 he was called to the Legislative Council, and resigned in 1911. Mr Macdonald is survived by Mrs Macdonald. We have a fine assortment of styles in Warner’s Rust-proof Corsets, in order that we may accurately and comfortauiy fit every woman who comes to our counters for a corset. Foxton Drapers. On page 3 Walker and Furrie tell of some reasons why they get the trade of the most discriminating people.* No need to ask your neighbour the best store for saving money. It’s Kelly’s every time.