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Motueka Star, Volume II, Issue 88, 17 June 1902, Page 3

We understand there is every probability of the JNlotueka Brass Band being reeussitated, a leading loyal citi-' zen having generously proffered financial assistance. It is the intention of the members to meet at once for practice and to turn out on Coronation Day. The cribbage tournaments, which were such a success last year in Motueka and Riwaka are to be continued during the present winter evenings. Corporal Grooby and Trooper Knowles, of the Seventh Contingent are expected to arrive in Motueka by the s.s. Lily to-morrow evening. Messrs Me Vicar, Government Inspector of Machinery, and Aldridge, Inspector of Factories, are at present on an official visit to Motueka.

Mr Jenkins, the Hon. Secretary of the Demonstration Committee, has received a very nice letter from Messrs Brown and Kerr, of Nelson and Motueka, granting the use of their paddock, opposite the Bank of New Zealand, on Coronation Day, and intimating that they would donate a few trophies for the children’s sports. If other business people will follow the example of this firm, they would make the day a more pleasureable one for the youngsters. The Motueka Borough Council holds its usual monthly meeting this evening. We remind our readers of the lecture on “The Battlefields of Natal” which is to be given in the Institute Hall this evening by the Rev. W. J. Williams, of Nelson. The subject is one of interest and it is to be copiously illustrated by limelight views. There was no sitting of the Stipendary Magistrate’s Court in Motueka yesterday. A r"'' Tomorrow, commencing at eleven o’clock Messrs W. Rout and Sons, of Nelson, will submit to public auction t le household furniture and effects of R. Hursthouse, Esq, together with the live and dead stock and 23 acres of

valuable land. Messrs Rout and Sons also botfly that they will be glad ,to meet clients and others at Holyoake’s Hotel tonight and tomorrow evening^ - At a smoke concert held at Denniston last week, and given by the Rifle corps of that locality, the Westport News, in its report says. —Captain Lindop proposed the ‘ health of Lieut. Trask, who suitably responded, and said he was .pleased with the efficient state of the corps. Lieut. Brown proposed the health of Sergt.-Major Millar, and this gentleman gave a good response. Captain Lindop then gave the commanding officer of the Nelson district (Major Wolfe), and in his remarks paid a high tribute to Major Wolfe’s abilities as a Commander, especially at the Christchurch review held in honour of the Duke of York’s visit, he (Major Wolfe) insisted that his battalion should march past with fixed bayonets at the slope, and he led his men off the field after the review while other battalions did not know what to do next. Captain Lindop also spoke of the Major’s kindly advice, and quick attention to the corps wants, and said while Major Wolfe commanded the Nelson district, it was sure to gain thorough efficiency. Lieut. Trask replied on Major Wolfe’s behalf, and said he would convey the corps hearty good wishes to Major Wolfe. We remind our readers of the visit of Mr J. A. Chisholm, practical optician, etc. Mr Chisholm may be consulted till Friday evening at the shop next Messrs Rankin and Sons. It is just fifty nine years ago to-day since the Wairau massacre took place. We believe the Hon J. W. Barnicoat is the only surviving person who was present on that memorable occasion. Tnere were crowded congregations at the Motueka Methodist Church on Sunday last, when the Rev W. J. Williams pr*eached morning and evening. The preacher delivered powerful and impressive "addresses, which were listened to with attention. Tenders close this evening at seven o’clock for the right to erect a non alcoholic refreshment booth on the sports ground on Coronation Day. Tenders must be sent in to 1 the Secretary, Mr G. W. Jenkins.

Mrs Grace Neill, Government Inspector, paid an official visit to the Whakarewa Orphanage last week.

The Motueka footballers are endeavoring to arrange for a match with the Riwaka players on Saturday' next. The meeting of the Literary and Debating Society, held last night, drew a very good audience to listen to the Debate “Is the influence of the Press greater than that of the platform. The debate was opened by Mr G. Budden on behalf of the press, the supporters of the platform being championed by Dr Adams. A great deal of discussion endued and the weight of argument was certainly in favor of the power of the press, on whose behalf Messrs Harris, Gilbert, Wilkes, Andrews, and G. Boundy spoke. Those in favor of the platform were Revs. Johnston and Wills, Messrs W. Moffatt and Macmahon. It is fitting that a permanent and lasting record of the names of those who believe in the supremacy of the platform should be handed down to posterity through the medium Of the press ; if transmitted viva voce thei fame would be “brief, as woman’s love. 1 " Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy loosen” the cough, relieves the lungs and openss the secretions. It counteracts any tendency of a cold to result in pneumonia. It is unequaled for bad colds. It always cures and cures quickly. A. Manoy sells it. It Will Not Do to fool with a bad cold. No one can tell what the end will be. Pneumonia, catarrh, chronic bronchitis and consumption invariably result from a neglected cold. As a medicine for the cure of colds, coughs and influenza, nothing can compare with Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. It always cures and cures quickly. A. Manoy sells it.