LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Otaki Mail, Volume 27, 21 November 1919, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The Methodist Synod concluded its session at Wellington yesterday. Tho Rev. H. Daniel, who attended tho session, returned to Otaki last evening.

A model, in plasticenc, exhibited by a AA'aihoanga scholar (Z. Cole) at the Otaki Flower Show, is worthy of special mention. Tho original design was admirably carried out, and the exhibit excited much favourable comment.

Messrs Abraham and AVilliams, Lfd.. will hold a clearing sale, on account of Miss Oldfield, Manakau, on Thursday next, 27th inst., when a splendid lot of stock will be offered for sale. For full particulars see advertisement in another column.

Howard Harold Armstrong, saddler, who has been in business in Carterton for many years, was arrested on Wednesday on two charges of breaking and entering, one charge of breaking and entering and theft, and one of being in possession of housebreaking irnple incuts. The arrest was made by Detective-Sergeant Mason and Constables Miller and Gregor.

Particulars of the Soldiers’ Shop Day, to be held on Saturday week, arc advertised, and judging by interest evinced the affair should be most successful. Among articles to be sold wilt be children's clothing, cakes, produce, etc., while surprise packets, some of a valuable manure, should prove an additional attraction. The wheel of fortune, the secrecy bureau, the tricolour stall, etc., should prove pleasing features.

The following were the points prizewinners at the flower show at Otaki on Wednesday:— Cut blooms, Mr Frank Penn; vegetables, Mrs Bradley; bouquets and decorations, Mrs H. Witehell; points prize for trophy presented by Mrs Bussell (decorations), Mrs H. Witched; domestic, Mrs L. Kilmister. Mr J. Glover, of Rongotea, won Mr H. Witehell's handsome trophy for one rose (restricted to growers of not more than 50 plants); while Mr Frank Penn’s trophy for sis roses was again won by Mr C. Sawyer, who new retains the trophy.

Mr W. B. Macintosh (the well-known coacbbuilder of Levin) has just completed a handsome motor ’bus to the order of Mr P. White-head, of Fox ton. The vehicle is built on a one-ton truck chassis, and is constructed on substantial lines throughout in order to carry a complement of 20 passengers. The b- -dy is fitted with a standing canopy, and side curtains are provided, together with a mail rack at the rear

: ad provision for baggage on the roof. The vehicle, which was designed by Mr Macintosh and constructed in hi* workshop, is nicely finished in all respects and altogether is a credit to the work-m.-iuibin and resources of the local firm. Mr Macintosh is open to execute such orders from anyone on the coast, and enterprising business men should please note.

What man is there who has not whilst in a desperate haste to keep an appointment experienced the annoyance of haring to wrestle with a.tie that is difficult to adjust. It will not slide, in fact it absolutely refuses to budge. Such a situation is a strong incentive to indulge in impolite expressions. An effective way of obviating all this has been found by GEO. FOWLDB, LTD., of Manners Street, Wellington, whose latest shipment includes a choice selection of Mitchell iiide-easy ties. The latest-aid smartest —see them. ' Ti you want -o save money on yon? footwear yon cannot be@t iicsr prise*, gust opened for sweater *wrt Ladies ’ white .shoes in court and :strap-styles: also a full range of sandals in black and tan. —Irvine’s Shoe Store, OtakL— Advt.

The Levin Borough ..Council has decided to erect a grandstand at the Levin swimming baths.

' The champion rose at the Qtaki Rose Show on AVednesday'was a very nice ‘specimen of May Alexandra Lippiatt, exhibited by Mr Frank Penn. I Mr W. J. Diaper elsewhere announces that he has in stock boots and shoos in various styles, magazines, leading papers, stationery, etc.

Mr A. McDougall advertises that he is agent for the 191 S model of the Globe and Sylvia cream separators—a simple yet perfect machine. Prices on application.

Tho modern woman, who desires to dress sensibly and comfortably, will be interested in the announcement regarding “Sports” corsets made by Stiles and Mathcson in this issue.

Mr G. Anderson advertises an assorted list of tools, to be submitted at the auction mart to-morrow. \rogetables, fruits, potatoes, etc., will also be offered.

Following arc winners of various competitions held at the Flower Show at Otaki on Wednesday:—Lamb, Mr AV. T. Dodds; bicycle lamp, Mrs Norgrove; camisole, Miss Kitching; iced cake, Mr Gordon Freeman; lunch bas kot* Mr Lower; top, Mr Tranter; basket* Mrs L. Kilmister.

1 “Boronia Babies,” a booklet just 'issued* is an exceedingly nice little production—as sweet as the fragrant :boronxa itself. The charming pictures toe by May Gibbs, There should be a keen "demand for this striking little production* which is most suitable for Christmas presents* etc.

Messrs Abraham and AVilliams, Ltd., will boU by public auction, ou tho pro misbs*;Mili Bond, Otaki, on Monday next, 24th inst., the building known ns the Central Hotel, together with the land on which tho building stands, household furniture, billiard table, etc Full particulars arc advertised elsewhere.

j A novel dance, in the shape of a /“Black and White Ball,” will be held at To Horo on Wednesday next. As this is .to be tho last dance of the season, and the management is sparing no pains to mako it a success, there should be a very large attendance. Two prizes will be offered. For particulars see advertisement.

An exhibit that attracted much attention at AVednesday’a. flower show at Otaki was that staged by Mr Harold Small, comprising a splendid display of Native flowers, all correctly named. Such exhibits should prove of considerable educational value, and tend to make people take more interest in the native flora of this country, which is particularly beautiful and interesting.

The price of new boots is prohibitive in many families, and in consequence it is advisable to have old boots repaired. Take them to F. Barratt, who makes them as now with tho best Of leather and workmanship. Don’t delay, send your boots and shoes at once—F. Barratt, Dunstan Street, Otaki Railway.—Advt.

The competitions at Wellington con eluded on Wednesday night, when tho choir contest created very great interest. The choirs competing were: Wesley Church (Taranaki Street), Wellington Scottish Choir, Lower llutt Mefho dist Chureh, St. Mary of the Angels, and St. John’s Presbyterian Church. The Wellington Wesley Church choir won the contest with 315 points, St Mary of the Angels second with 3.13. Lower Dutt Methodist choir third.

An excellent object lesson of the beautiful fancy work done by invalided soldiers was afforded at the Otaki Show on Wednesday, when Corp. W. Burns Bmitbj of 'Cambridge (an old Otaki boy, son of Mr and Mrs W'. B. Smith) exhibited several Specimens of fancy work in a number of classes. All of the work was exceedingly well done, showing great ability and artistic taste by the worker, and eliciting tho admiration of all who saw it. This soldier won prizes for all exhibits, although competing against expert ladies in several sections.

The following ladies and- gentlemen have agreed to act as judges of the sections mentioned at the Levin Horticultural Show on December 3; —Pot plants, Mr A. Shailcr (Palmerston); cut flowers, Mr F. Mason (FeiJding); decorative section, Mrs W. Bussell (Wellington); fruit, Mr Mason; vegetables, Mr F. Penn (Otaki); domestic classes (cookery, etc.), Mrs Burnell (Manakau); painting*, Mrs W. H. Field (Waikanae); sewing and fancy work, Mrs Hamerton (Wellington); photography, Mr Leslie Adkin (Levin) Two of the judges originally chosen, who were unable to act, kindly forwarded contributions to the prize fund, with their good wishes for a successful show. These were Mrs (Dr.) Hathwaite (Otaki), who made a donation of SI, and Mr Joshua Beverley, plantbreeder at the Central Development Farm, who forwarded lbs to bp allotted j as special prizes in the two classes for potatoes, any variety and best collection.