LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XL, Issue 1878, 17 September 1918, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Mr mid Mis Husey are on a holiday visit to Poxton. Mr Husey is stationmastcr at Waitara.

Kitchener Hale, aged three years, whose parents reside in Dominion Road, Auckland, was kicked on the head by a horse in the street, and died in the hospital.

A public meeting will be held in the Town Hall supper-room to-mor-row night to discuss the administration of the Koxiun Patriotic Society.

A visitor viewing the wreckage of the buildings in Main Street as a result of the tire last Sautrday week, could almost imagine that the wreckage had been caused by a brief bombardment.

The sum of nearly £5,000 has already been subscribed in Masterton district for the Ked Cross appeal. This is apart from the £lO,000 granted by the Wairarapa Patriotic Society and £5,000 subscribed in the South Wairarapa.

For disobeying the lawful command of a superior ollicer, the following soldiers have been sentenced by district courts-martial held at Trenlham Camp, to imprisonment with hard labour for two years: — 85588 Private It. H. Phillips, Details; 85000 Private W. M. Ryan, Details; 85001 Private J. Shirer, Details.

It is not generally known Unit there is a by-law providing- for cyclists having hells attached to their maehines, slates the Christchurch Press. A sudden raid by the police at the Bank of New Zealand corner, on Thursday, resulted in a dozen cyclists having their names taken, and it is probable that Court proceedings will follow.

Corporal Jack Arnst (killed in action) was widely known throughout Australasia as a champion cyclist and winner of innumerable road races. When he enlisted he was farming in North Canterbury. He leaves a widow. His brother is Dick Arnst, ex-champion sculler. Mr Currie, head teacher of the local State School, received the following letter of sympathy from the Mother Superior of the Convent School yesterday;—“You have my sincere sympathy in the inconvenience you have been put to by lust night’s lire. Coming- so near the examinations, 1 know what it will mean to you and your staff. Hoping you will have every possible luck in the new building.”

A sad fatality' occurred at Happy Valley Bay, Wellington, on Sunday afternoon, when a young man named David O’Sullivan met his death by drowning while swimming a Jior.se in the breakers. He was unable to swim, and in his struggles managed to grab his horse’s head, and held on desperately. Neither horse nor rider reached shallow water, and both were drowned. The carcase of the horse was washed ashore during the afternoon, but so far the body of the deceased has not been recovered.

ft was a pathetic sight to see the school children assembled in the open at the school grounds this morning, adjacent to the ashes and debris which was all that remained of the .building which had afforded them shelter. To the little ones it afforded a sense of novelty. The head master was busy with the staff ascertaining the necessary equipment in order to curry on prior to marching the scholars to their several buildings which are to act as class-rooms for some months to come, Giving evidence at a silting of the Military Service Board at Palmerston Xorth, an appelant stated that he had seven sons, all of whom had volunteered for active service. Five had gone to the front, one had been killed, and one returned, while the sixth son was in camp, and the remaining one was rejected. Mr Cooper, chairman of Board, complimented the appellant, Mr Fairfield Thompson, of Feilding, on the splendid record of his family, and said the board would have much pleasure in recommending indefinite leave for his returned son. A sure and pleasant specific for removing Worms is WADE’S WOPM FIGS. Price 1/6.

It has been suggested that the townspeople should employ a nightwatchman.

Inspector McKinnon and Sergt.Dctcclivc Quirke visited Fox ton yesterday in connection with the school tire.

The annual'meeting of the local Tennis Club had to be abandoned last night owing to the want of a quorum. The meeting will be held next Monday, when it is hoped that all interested in the Club’s welfare will put in an appearance.

The funeral of the late Claude Coley took place yesterday afternoon, and was attended by a huge number of mourners. The casket was covered with beautiful Jloral tributes. The ceremony at the graveside was conducted by the Kev. W. Paine.

The new regulation by the Ashburton butchers of asking customers to provide their own wrappers for parcels of meat or, in the alternative, to pay a small charge, came into force on Friday last. Several of the thrifty housewives were caught unawares, and were obliged to pay another penny to provide paper to wrap' up their pound of sausages, and, to use a butcher’s own words to a Guardian reporter: “By jovo, they did - snort.”

We regret to record the death of Pte. E. D. Webb, son of Mr and Mrs Webb, of Foxton. The deceased soldier was killed in action on August 31st, after twelve months in the firing line. Pte. Webb was born in Foxton in 1872, and -has lived here with his parents ever since. He was born in the same year that his parents arrived in the Dominion, coming out in the ship Star of India. Much sympathy is felt for the parents and family in the loss thev have sustained.

A very enjoyable social function was held in the Presbyterian schoolroom last evening, when the congregation and friends entertained Mis.-; Doris Signal at an “all sorts” evening. The room was very artistically decorated and furnished. Mrs Jno. Ross officiated as hostess. During the evening interesting competitions were indulged in, and by a strange coincidence in one particular the prospective bride and groom won the first prize and booby prize respectively. Vocal items were contributed by Misses Bryant and Signal. A tasty supper was partaken of, after which musical honours were accorded the guest. The presents were numerous, and of a useful kind.

“But let us be fair to the soldiers —don’t bring National Prohibition into operation until they return and can vote” —so (he advocates of the Liquor Traffic argue. Any one would think that the Alliance Monster Petition did not take this point into account. The Alliance has made it clear that provision must be made for the taking of the soldiers’ vote. It believes that the men lighting for us have a vital interest in this question—and that in the interests of permanent National Efficiency they will be in favour of permanent National Prohibition. The people should decide—bilh the folks at home and the men in khaki together. No valid argument can be produced against the Alliance Monster Petition asking for a poll. Sign it.* The whaling' season at Whangamurnu this year promises to be a record one, says the Auckland Herald. During the four months the season has been opened over 25 whales have been caught, and the catch has, so far, yielded about .180 tons of oil. The stormy weather which lias been experienced has helped the whalers, for the whales, in travelling north to Avarmer water, have kept: close in shore to avoid the rough seas. Consequently they have been much easier to catch. After the middle of this month the Avhales will commence to return south with the calves, but Avhen migrating south they usually keep off the land, and are more difficult to catch. Whale oil is used’extensively by the soldiers in France us a preventative against trench feet.

Sergeant 'Norman (Jeorge launders, late of Moutoa, died at sea of influenza on the (ith inst., aged 39 yhars. He enlisted with the 28th Reinforcements, was promoted to corporal, and later to sergeant. He was acting as instructor in the Cl Camp at Featherston for about 12 months, and was subsequently drafted for the front with the 40ths. For about 15 years deceased had been actively interested in sawmilling and llaxmilling at West-haven, in connection with the firm of Crouse and Saunders, and was also partner with his brother, Mr Saunders, of Moutoa. The late Sergeant N. G. Saunders was a strong man, physically, mentally and morally, and one anxious to do his share for his country in the great struggle. He was anxious to enlist during the early stages of the war, but was hampered by business responsibilities. He was married last December, at Onehunga, to Miss Austin, late of Box ton. His widow and family connections will receive the heartfelt sympathy of a large circle of friends. The late Sergt. Saunders was a manly man in every sense of the term, and was held in high, esteem for his uprightness of character. The fame will increase and endure Of Moods’ Great Pappermint Cure: All people who try it continue to buy if, Because its effect is so sure. For sore throats and coughs and catarrh Its praises are spreading afar; ’Tis certain and sure the fame will endure Of M oods’ Great Peppermint Cure. 19

The Palmerston High School opened to-day.

Mr Leu Freeman appeared before the Medical Board to-day and was classified C2.

The Wbodville Borough Council has decided that in future all orders for coal, coke, and fittings from the gasworks must be accompanied .by cash.

A ■ meeting of the Schools Committees Association will he held in the Council Chambers, Palmerston N., on Thursday evening next, at 8 o’clock.

Mr Fred Sborlland, solicitor, of Taumarunui, announces that he is an Independent Labour candidate for the Taranaki seat, rendered vacant by the death of Air Okey.

Two escapees from Wcraroa Stale farm, Parker and Cadwell, were arrested by the Foxlon Police this morning, and were returned to the farm this afternoon.

A euchre party and dance will be hold in the Town Hall supper-room on Friday evening next, in aid of St. Mary’s Church funds. A good evening’s social enjoyment is assured all who attend.

The return rep. football match between Wanganui and Manawatu was played at the Showground, Palmerston, on Saturday afternoon. The visitors were defeated by 20 to % after a well-fought game.

It is reported that the Seamen’s Federation of New Zealand has made a demand for a 25 per cent, increase of wages on coastal and inter-colonial vessels, and of 50 per cent, on Home traders.

We regret to note that a recent casualty list contains the name of Private Francis Bernard Smith, son of Mr A. Smith, of Foxton, killed in action on August 24th. The name of Corporal Walter H. G. Baker, son of Mr R. Baker, of this town, appears among the list of wounded.

A convalescent home for soldiers, formerly a large private residence, adjoining the hospital, was opened at Wanganui on Saturday by the Acting-Premier, Sir James Allen. It will accommodate twentyfive soldiers, and there is ample room for expansion.

When a local minister was approached yesterday for the use of the schoolroom for school accommodation purposes, he facetiously remarked that they might have the church as well, as members of the congregation did not appear to want; to use it for devotional purposes.

Speaking at a lodge function at Onehunga on Wednesday evening. Sir Frederick Lang remarked that the time was coming when the Government would have to make provision for the rendering of financial assistance to parents, especially to those with large families. The statement was warmly applauded. At last night’s School Committee meeting, members expressed disapproval of the high prices charged for children’s school requisites. One member said that it would cost him seven shillings to replace books for one child alone. The Committee expressed the opinion that all school books should be supplied free to the children.

A press message reports the death, at Greymouth, on Sunday, of Mr James Warnes, an old resident of the toAvn, at the ripe age of 80 years. He had lived at Greymouth continuously since 1865, but for many years past had lived a retired life. He leaves a AvidoAy and a large family, all of whom are of adult age and most of them married. Another burglary, the sixth within four weeks, was reported at Auckland on Saturday. The premises of the Government’s oyster depot on the waterfront were entered on Friday night, and a castiron safe blown open by an explosive, and destroyed completely. The window was shattered, and some furniture damaged. The thieves secured only forty-five shillings.

As indicating the favourable conditions now existing 1 , some excellent average tests for the mouth of: August have been obtained by local factories (says the Pahiatuu Heraldo). At the Konini butter factory, the average test for the month was 4.04, at Kexdale cheese factory 4.35, and at Scarborough cheese factory the fine average of 4.51 was obtained. The latter factory had the fine average test last season of 4.05 for upwards of 40 suppliers, which Is a record for the Bush factories.

“The first ease of triplets we have had,” said Mr H. W. Bishop, in hearing the appeal of Oliver James Wakelin, at Christchurch the other day. The appellant's fiist two children were horn in 1012 and 1914, leaving him in Class C of the Second Division, but on July 20th of this year triplets were horn, and the young father found himself in one day taking three classes of the Second Division in one hound. The Board promptly transferred him to Class F, with many congratulations and good wishes for the mother and children.

Messrs Swanger and Hodge, the Wanganui Education Board’s secretary and foreman of works respectively, visited Foxton this morning and inspected the temporary class-rooms. They expressed satisfaction with the arrangements made to accommodate the children, and took a note of pressing requirements, Mr Swanger said the Board will not delay in taking the necessary steps to have the new school re-erected. He stated that the new structure would probably he erected in brick on (he latest and most approved design. ..

The Queen of the South soiled for Wellington on Sunday, hemp laden, at which port she will load general for Foxton, and is duo to arrive here on Thursday.

Sir Jafiies Wilson and Messrs J. A. Nash and J. Iv. Hornblow, members of the Palmerston District Hospital Board, will wait on the Minister for Public Health at Wellington on Thursday, in connection with matters affecting the hospital. M. Clemenceau, the grand old man of France, who is in his 77th year, is called “The Tiger,” and looks the part, with his broad forehead and drooping moustache. He has wonderful courage, and during the recent operations insisted on visiting the soldiers in the trenches. A friend said to him, “You really should be more careful; that shell went quite near you. You might have been killed.” “And what then?” said the brave old Pnnnier. “That would have been my greatest glory.” M. Clemenceau speaks English perfectly, and in his early days was professor of French in a ladies’ college in America. He showed his appreciation of his pupils by marrying an American.

Every dog has its day, and a Masterton lady has had her little Joke at the expense of a local business man (says the Times) whom she considers has been charging her rather high prices - for her goods. The business man in question has been called to the colours, and will shortly go into camp. When congratulating him in the store the other day upon his good fortune in having “drawn a marble,” the lady consoled him by saying that the Avar Avould be over shortly after his arriA T al at the front. The soldier-to-be felt rather flattered, hut was a hit puzzled. “How do you make out the Avar will end shortly after I get there?” he asked. “Well, it yon charge the Germans anything like you have charged me, the Avar will very soon he over,” promptly announced the lady, and she left the shop chuckling. The Acting-Prime Minister (Sir James Allen), in his address at the onening of the Soldiers’ Convalescent Home at Wanganui on Friday, referred to the duty which lay tm all in regard to returned men. It did not consist of presenting them with cigarettes, wilh a bottle of beer, or a glass of whisky. There was more pleasure in getting into touch with a soldier and making that soldier feel that he had his sympathy, and restoring him to as good a position as he Avas in before the war, in civil life, and perhaps a better one. Medical men at the front had learned this lesson, that the secret of success in regard to discipline and restoration is Ilia! a man lie look's! after as a human being who has done his duly to his count rv.

He was only 18 years of age, but' strong and well grown, and one day, after seeing a reinforcement, depart, lie went t > his father( says a southern paper). “Dad,” he said, “I ean’t stand it any longer. I must go!” “But, my hoy, they will

not accept you for active service at your age. Be; ter wait your turn." “I can't —-I feel Iha I I can'l. I'll tell them I’m over 20!” Seeing that there was no resisting the urgency of the call, the father bowed to the inevitable. At the harraeks the hoy was examined. The usual question as to age was put. “Twenty-one," replied the lad, blinking. “Are yon quite sure about your age?” questioned the doctor. “Yes —I’m Just turned 21!” said the boy doggedly. “My lad,” said the examining medical officer, “if you fight as well as you lie you will do well. 1 wish you luck!” * And he pushed him through, as many another keen youngster had been treated. Last week word was received that the boy — not yet 21 —had been killed in the taking of Bapaume.