LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Otaki Mail, Volume 26, 14 April 1919, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

We remind householders that the annual election of school committees takes place to-night.

- The police have arrested 150 Russian. .Bolsheviks in London, mostly East Enders and including many criminals. -AU will be deported to Odessa by the earliest ships. It is intended to sweep London" and" the provincial centres. There appears,.to be a likelihood of considerable competition for the "Western Maori seat at the nest general election (says an exchange). In addition to Dr. Pomare (rhe sitting member) the following candidates are mentioned: — Henare Kaihau, Karika, Tema Pouwhare, Tuwhakakaririka. Tiro, Whatantii, Eangi Mawhata. The public of Otaki and surrounding district are invited to assist the Otaki Peace Celebration Committee by donation?. There will be a certain amount pf expense in securing a band, providing refiesfcmeats for children (it is hoped #nd expected that children fronr 3Xanakan, Te Hero, "JVaOsanae and 'Waihoanga will participate in the enaction), prizes for sports, etc. The Government will give a £ for £ subsidyVm all money subscribed, so' that a very <( large.sum is not required, and it is. hoped and esgecied that the public; will f respond to ihe appeal. Donations wiS he gladly received by .the : .chairman vr secretary of the committee', fSlessra Byron 3rown'an>i yorgroye i jesja>tively). *L ' ■ .•' -

The train arrangements for the Eas.

tor holidays are advertised elsewhere. On Good Friday and Easter Monday the ordinary time-table will be suspended, and trains will run as : announced ■ in the advertisement. The goods traffic will be suspended, . arid goods sheds closed on- ISth and 21st April. . ~

It is announced officially, that the Arawa and theßimutaka have, left the United Kingdom with returning ■ New Zealand soldiers. The Arawa and Bimutaka drafts bring the total number of New Zealand soldiers now afloat and homeward bound to 12,089. They are coming by 15 • steamers, tho first of which, the Willochra, is due to arrive at Wellington on Monday next. "The battle is never done, the life struggle is unending, and the true measure of nations is what they car. do when they arc tired. The hardest test of all is the test of victory. We E;i#-lish-speaking communities of the world must endeavour now, however hard it may seem, to meet the new trials, the new responsibilities of our new position, with a fund of relilionce, of buoyancy, and of resolution."—Winston Churchill.

We desire to express to tho Otaki postmaster and staff our hearty thanks for tho assistance given on Thursday last in connection with the licensing referendum results. Mr Hodgson put himself to great pains to supply the "Mail" with results as promptly as possible, and was ably seconded by the 'phone boys. Consequently we were able to make the public-aware of the results without loss of time.

Bootmaking.—F. Barrett wishes to notify the public of Otaki and district that ho has resumed business as boot and shoemaker. Old and now customers please take notice. Address: Dur.stail Street, Otak4. —Advt.

; A most despicable, mean,, contemptible act was perpetrated in Eaetihi I during the early hours of Sunday inornling. Thieves entered Mr P. Julian's ! motor garage in Seddon Street, and cut i and Tipped the tyres on his motor car to pieces. Not content with doing that particular lot of damage they tool: sis or seven new tyres out of the place, j procured a bottle of benzine 0* Uerpi scne, and carried them to the Domain; I where the tyres were burnt. Two arj rests have been made.

The To Horo Co-op. Dairy Co-op., Ltd.. has decided to hold its second au--1 nual picnic in Mr Wcstaway's grounds j (at the back of tho school grounds) on j Easter Monday. Last year's picnic ' was a.great success, and an Gncrgetic j committee is leaving no stone unturned I to ensure an even greater success next j Easter Monday. A first-class sports ■ programme has been prepared, and will 'be issued almost immediately. A hearty

I welcome is extended to all to attend jno charge for admission. See adverj tisement.

In our report of the licensing poll for the Otaki electorate, in our last issue, we omitted to mention that the returning officer (Mr H. H. Cork, of Levin) conducted the poll most efficiently and satisfactorily in every way. The arrangements throughout the electorate were good. Mr Cork had a good staff of deputies and assistants, and everything passed'oft smoothly and well. Seeing that this is Mr Cork's first experience as returning officer, we have pleasure in congratulating h:m on the able and courteous way in which he carried out the multifarious duties attached to this important office.

Noxious weeds formed the subject of a discussion at the meeting of the Kairanga County Council. Councillor Small said the Council's habit of taking metal from the riverbed had led to the distribution of various noxious weeds throughout - the district, especially in his own riding. It was decided on his motion that the Council take -steps to clear all the country roads from goat-'s-rue, ragwort and Califorttian thistle. Cr. Lancaster said they should wake the Government up in this matter. He moved that the chairman and the engineer interview the inspector of noxious weeds in the matter. The motion was carried.

An ancient Maori custom is that relatives of soldiers fallen in battle must perform certain rites over the graves of their loved ones to ensure their happiness in the nest world. A deputation of representative Maoris of the Ngapuhi tribe waited upon the Minister'for Native Affairs, the Eon. W. H. Harries, at Auckland, asking that the Government should supply two transport. 3 to take the next of kin of -Maoris fallen to

France to visit the graves of ihe-ir relatives to perform the customary rites. The deputation. -Was introduced''by Mr Tau. H'enare, M.P. for Northern Maori district. Mr Herries said he weuM'eoasider the matter and place it before the proper authorities.

Speaking at Pongaroa. Mr G. H. Smith. M.P., rnentiened that now. that the war-was over the intelligent people;; of the earth had got more serious problems to contend frith that was nevpr exneeted. Especially in the large cities there was a considerable section of the people who were being asked to do and to believe in a way that Britishers should never behave. He warned them, against that section of Bolshevists and those advocates who were trying to create a spirit of unrest and discontent amongst the people.. It was the duty or everyone to see that the man who tried to advocate such discontent and turmoil should get what he deserved. f; Cf.e every influence yoa tan to gat dowc Bolshevism, " said Mr Smith amid applause.. .

TThj-n days are ; snort and slights are 'long,

When south-east gales are ' going

! strong, ; When trees uproot . and rafadouds burst. ' Wild whiter then is at its-worst. Then is the time for eolds and-chills. _ ■Ter sore throat,. coughs, and kindred sJls; ' Bat snr-h amotions all sndure Whs trust in Woods ' Pcpnermisi pare.

The monthly meeting of the Palraerston North Hospital Board will take place on Thursday; morning.

Mr T.'-B: Bax, our local hairdresser and :tobacconisf, is now connected with the'Otaki telephone exchange—No.'9o.

Church services in connection with the Anglican Church for Holy Week and Easter "Day are advertised.

Two young men, residents of Kaitoke, made a pleasant, trip across the ranges to Otaki. during the week end. Tho weather was ideal and splendid views wore obtained. •

The 2?-Z. Loan and Mercantile Agency Co. advertise particulars of their stock sale, to be held on- Wednesday. The firm also report holding a clearing sale, on behalf of Mr Winter at Manakau on- Saturday. Every thing was sold, and excellent prices obtained. Easter is near, and there is need of a new pair of boots and shoes. You cannot, do better than give me a call. Prices arc right. A new range now showing. Late night Thursday, closed Saturday. Otaki.—Advt. '■'

It has been decided, as a memorial to soldiers who have fallen, to tar-seal tho piece of road at ! Tc Horo—from tho railway gate to,the railway crossing—tho work to, bo done as soon as possible. It is probable that other ridings of the Horowhenua County Council will shortly do likewise.

Our attention has been drawn to the fact that some person deliberately interferes with flowers, etc., placed on graves in the Otaki cemetery, while others are given to mischief. We have, been asked to point out that should they be caught stTong measures will be taken to prevent a recurrence.

The district, is to be congratulated upon possessing such a farmer us Mr Thos Sowman, who has joined the ranks of the suppliers to the Bahui Dairy Co. Mr Sowman, who recently purchased Mr Walter Kilsby's property at Ha'utcro, has probably one of the best Jersey herds'in. Now Zealand, and it. is interesting to note that the test is no less than 9.3.

All friends of the Rev. and Mrs Hedley While are invited to attend a gathering at the Otaki Methodist Church on Wednesday evening next, for the purpose of bidding them goodbve. ' Mr White has done excellent werk during his three years' stay in this., district, and has proved a most useful citizen, apart from his church work. We are suro that a great many will avail themselves of this opportunity of bidding Mr and Mrs White farewell, prior to their leaving for Taumarunui next week. Those who wish to contribute towards a small presentation should notify either Mr Kirk (To Horo), Mr Cockrcll" or Mr Peim (Otaki) at once.

Mr and. Mrs B. M. D'Ath have been among the deer-stalkers in tho Paraparatimu district this season, and had an interesting and enjoyable time. Despite the roughness of the country, Mrs D'Ath stood the test well, while Mr D'Ath had the pleasure of securing a fine ten-pointer; *Mr Schwasb, of Tokomaru, is said to have shot the best hrnd yet seen in the district, it being an excellent 12-pointer. Deer arc said to bo plentiful, and good sport general. The Otaki seaside resort was well patronised again yesterday by numerous visitors, many arriving from distant parts. All «cre highly pleased and carry away happy recollections of their visit.

For Chronic Chest Complaints, Woods' Great Peppermint Cute.