THE OTAKI MAIL. Published on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1919. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Otaki Mail, Volume 27, 31 October 1919, Page 2

THE OTAKI MAIL. Published on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1919. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

An earthquake shock was felt in Otaki and district at about 30 minutes tor 7 yesterday morning. Otaki and district experienced a very light frost yesterday, but luckily it was j not severe enough to do much damage.

A nen- food —Breakfast D-light—is claimed to be out of the ordinary, and those who have their doubts should secure a packet from Mr Cockrell* In answer to a question in the House of Representatives the Premier stated that as far as Lc could tell the general election would not be before the end of the second week in December.

Messrs Abraham and Williams, Ltd., have been instructed to sell the Central Hotel and adjoining ground. The sale takes place on Monday, November 24. Full particulars are advertised. “Are you in iavour of the Government bringing in an Act to prevent certain Maoris from tickling whitebait in the Otaki river,” was a question by Mr Bowden at Wednesday night’s political meeting. The question was treated with silent contempt by the candidate.

We have a nice range of sandals in black and tan, just arrived, and offered at less than town prices. Also ladies’ glace strap and court shoes from 22s 6d; strap or court in patent leather, 28s, 295, 30s; gents' tan Derby boots from 335, also a line of fine military boots in stock. Irvine’s Shoe Store, Otaki. —Advt.

The dance, held at Te Horo on Wednesday night, was so successful that it has been decided to hold another next week. There was a splendid attendance, the floor was in good order, the music (supplied by Mr? Day) wns firstclass. while Mr Grondin made an efficient M.C. During the evening a number of couples were taught the Canadian tango and the Destiny waltz. All appreciated the efforts #f Mr Grondin, who gave lessons free of charge.

It is now only a little time away from the anniversary of the big outbreak of influenza in Wellington, and if is satisfactory to see that jhe signs and portents do not indicate a serious recurrence of the complaint in its deadly form. Consulted on the matter, the medical superintendent of the Wellington Hospital (Dr. R. Woodhouse) said that the only form of influenza nowbeing encountered in Wellington was a very mild variety. Only once in a while was there a ease of pneumonic influenza, and the variety which most forbade hope from the outset was nonexistent. He did not anticipate that Wellington would have another visitation of the malady in its acute form

First-rate bargains are being offered at W. M. CLARK'S Special Sale, Levin, of Stunmer Costumes, commencing this week, and lasting for twenty-one days only. Not. many of a kind but a great many kinds of, costumes assorted in Matt. Piques. Gaxbieords. Silks. Worsted*.' Tweeds, etc., etc. Bead the redactions in Claris’s big advertisement in to-day's ise ae.—Ad^r.

A bay mare is advertised as''being impounded.

Owing to the Palmerston North Show I the Waikanne stock sales have been postponed till November 12th. •

It is reported that Mr C. Rickard has purchased a small property at Manakau from Mrs Galloway at a high figure. A pigeon lias just completed the distance from Palmerston North to Auckland (2171 miles) in (3 hours 12 minutes. A mare is advertised as having strayed on Messrs Walcli and .Jefiares’ property, Otaki Railway. If not claimed the animal will be sold.

There’s nothing like good leather! If you want the best of repairs call on F. Barrett, Dufistan Street, Otaki Railway. Prices low, workmanship and material guaranteed.—Advt.

Messrs Cunningham Bros.’ motor lorry will be in Otaki on Wednesday next, and will be prepared to take back a load of any description on its return journey. For further particulars ring dr wire the firm, whose quarters are at Lower Hutt. A clearing sale of dairy stock, implements, etc., will take place at Manakau on Monday, when Messrs Abraham and Williams, on behalf of the trustees of the estate of Isaac Ransfield, will oiler several useful, lines.

Beautiful Fugi silks, in all the latest striped effects, await inspection at (Miles and Mathesou’s. This silk is ideal for dainty blouses and sports coats. Read about it in Stiles and Matlieson’s advertisement in this issue.

Dedication festival services will be held at All Saints’ Church this week. To-mortow Holy Communion will be solemnised at 3 a.m., and on Sunday at 8 and 11 a.m. In the evening the Rev. F. H, Spencer will be the preacher. Choice Sturmer tipples at Dunedin arc realising 23s per ease, and cucumbers 82s a case. Prior to the war the same variety were only realising ,6s a ease. New potatoes are fetching Sd per lb for the primest, Messrs Kirk and Wilson,-solicitors, Wellington, have admitted into partnership Miss Lyra Taylor, LL.B., who has for several years acted as their managing clerk. The business, will be carried on under the style of Kirk, Wilson, and Taylor.

Good progress is being made with the erection of the new post oflicc at Packakariki. The new building will be comfortable and well-appointed, and will be fully appreciated when completed. especially in the summer time, when tlio influx of visitors makes this promising summer resort a Very busy place.

Farmers do not, as a rule, believe in wasting anything—not even time. Recently a young dairy farmer near Opunake decided to marry. On the wedding day lie milked Ilie cows as usual, motored a distance of 30 miles and said “I will,” and returned home by motor with his bride in time for the evening’s milking. Obliging neighbours. however, packed him oil on a honeymoon.

At the Otaki Literary and Debating Club’s meeting on Wednesday night, the President (Rev. Petrie), in referring to the splendid success of the two evenings devoted to children’s competitions, said it was hoped, next year, to hold elocutionary and musical competitions 011 a much larger scale, open to the whole district. Judging by the interest taken in the competitions held tv the Club recently, he felt sure they could make a success of a bigger venture, and the matter would be put on a proper footing next winter.

A shop day will be held to-morrow at the supper-room of Brights’ Theatre, to raise funds for improvements to the Otaki Public Library living-rooms. This is an object that should have the support of all. The library committee has been compelled to go to considerable expense in improvements and additions to the building, in order to make the place habitable for the .lady librarian recently appointed, and the public are asked to support to-morrow’s shop. Those who 'can assist by donations of any kind would oblige by sending same along, while it is hoped there wilfTie many buyers for the goods that will be under offer.

A long-night dance, at which new dances. now so popular in England and other parts, and which are being taught at big fees, will take place at Te Horo on Wednesday night next, when it is expected that visitors . from Levin, Ohtiu, Otaki, and other townships will be present. The dances Canadian tango, Destiny waltz, Ladbrook and a three-step—are all very effective, while the music is prettily arranged. These dances, it mar be mentioned, will be talight free of charge by an expert between the hour.- c*f 7 and 8 p.m., and it i* hoped all present will avail thems< Ives of the opportunity to learn. From 8 p.rn. onwards the usual dances will be indulged in, and. all may rely upon spending a pleasant time. Particulars are advertised.

« . Between the ages of five and sixteen boys are particularly hard on clothes. The mothers who spend evening after evening patching and mending and remaking know how relentless boyhood is in this respect. But there is a means of relieving the constant strain of making fresh garments. We baye a fine range of shirts lor ooy*. at prices that make the labour of sewing shirts, hardly worth while. The shirts are in flannelette, union, prints or zephyrs, and sell at from 2s fid to 7s 6d each. They are decided bargains, and if yon cannot call whc-n in town tve will be pleased to receive an. order by mail. C-EO! FOWLDS, LTD, Mansers Street, Wellington. AT. M. CLARK. Levin, is holding a ftpeitkl Sale of Sumner Costosses. A* lucky, purchase of. :% tardier’? sataj-Ie lot c-sisbi;** 3> t» offer you a Costume at nearly half-price. The Biaiority are fresh clean eoout. perfect in every ’-.ay. A. few. are slightly soiled, bat being washable are a* good as new.. . See ; Clark’s xc-? adverriseraeat-—Advt. j