THE OTAKI MAIL. Published on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1920. LOCAL AND GENERAL

Otaki Mail, Volume XXIII, 3 December 1920, Page 2

THE OTAKI MAIL. Published on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1920. LOCAL AND GENERAL

The rainfall in Wellington for the month of November totalled 2.7( inches.

Messrs Wardell Bros, have a replace advertisement in today's issue, to which we invite attention.

The nest sitting of the S.M. Court at Otaki will not take place til! February 3rd. on account of the Christmas and New Year holidavs.

A special passenger train will leave Palmerston North on Sth and 9th December at 9 a.in. for the benefit of those who wish to attend the Wcodville races.

The Feiiding “Star" says that Lord and Lady Jellieoe played bowls at Feiiding. His Excellency took off his coat. Lady .Jellieoe went one better — she rolled up her sleeves for the task.

In connection with the euchre tour nament to be held to-night in connec tion with the Otaki Football Club. Mr and II rs IV. Sotheran have offered valuable prizes, the former donating a lady’s jewel case and the latter a pocket-book. These trill be -worth win ning and competition should be keen.

At a meeting held on Wednesday j l3st. the Methodist Ladies’ Guild prartically completed arrangements in con ‘ nection frith the garden party to be held at Mr and Mrs Frank. Been’* j garden on Wednesday nest, 6th inst. j The function promises to be a great f success, and. if fine weather prevails, j there should be a large attendance. ' A record shipment .of gutter from j Auckland trill be taken by the Gallic. J i which is expected to commence load- i [ ing this week. The shipment {states the ‘•Posr T s v Auckland correspond- f ent) will consist .of 137,000 boxes of ‘ the value of £95.900. Other vessels | are also lifting substantial shipments i i t.f dairy produce. I Compare ,?ur prices and buy j ' these clearance lines early. Gents’ j i glace derbys. with patent: caps, 355; light derbys, strong soles, 295, life, 33s dd; working boots, nailed and {Jlajed, not. fid 28s, 30s; a few pairs tan j lace boots to clear at 32s 6d; ladies * glace courts. 23s 6d: iadier ’ patent courts, mart shape, 355: wx:to shoes •e r-rrrv iiom 10s 3d; kid, 265, 32s 6d- J • **"•') eiriv Irvine-’s Jahor. store, Otai-ci. f c Ca.. ~ ' " " ‘ ‘3

Tenders l’or lease of lands belonging to the Otaki Maori Racing Club close on 11th inst.

Mr Manz, Otaki Railway, invites tenders for about seven acres of hay, ready now for cutting.

The latest additions to the telephone exchange are: Mr Ben Heap 102 M, Mr Dug. Webster IU2R, and Mr li. Palmer 102 W.

Mr F. Isherwood, stationer and newsagent, has just opened up his stock of Christmas toys, which are worthy of inspection. Mr Isherwood has a line assortment, which he offers at lowest prices.

The postponed concert in aid of the Te Horo Anglican Church will be held on Wednesday next, when performers from Levin, Te Horo and other parts of the district will contribute items. The function promises to be very e-n----joyable.

The rainfall at Otaki for the month of November totalled 4.12 in, which is considerably above the average for the last fourteen years—3.os in. In November of last year only 2.77 in fell. Last month there were no less than 23 rainy days. The highest day’s rain was .93iu, on the 2nd.

A special invitation to parents to bring their kiddies to see “Father Christmas’’ appears on page two of to-day’s paper from Aitken’s big book and music store, Levin. Ait ken’s have extensive stocks from which to choose Christmas gifts for both young and old.

The Otaki Football Club’s social and dance takes place to-niglit, and pleasure-seekers should not miss the opportunity of being present. Arrangements are complete, and an enjoyable time is promised all who attend. * A euchre tournament will be held in connection with the dance, while vocal items will also contribute to the harmony of the evening.

An appeal for flowers, produce, etc., is being made by the Mayoress ol Wellington, to he sold on the 9th inst. to raise funds for St. .lohn Ambulance Fund. Mrs Witch ell. who is interest ing herself in the same, will lie pleased to receive gifts of the above on the Bth. while those desirous oi sending direct to Wellington may ,1c so free of all charge on the railway ot the morniug of the Sill..

In response to ‘numerous invitations the Otaki Brass Band has decided to hold a concert and dance in aid of the band’s instrument fund at the Manakau Hall on Thursday evening next, ftth inst.. as advertised. A good imi.-i----cal programme will be given, and dancing will also be indulged in. ’Holland will play a number of selections during the evening. .Seeing that tinband is such a useful and deserving organisation, we commend this function to the Manakau people for their whole-hearted support. The wreck of the auxiliary schooner Lily, which vessel went ashore ori Kapiti Island, has been purchased, i’ is understood, by Mr J. M. Collins, for about £450. At the Nautical Court of Inquiry tit Wellington the Court found that the vessel’s stranding was contributed to by an error of judgment on the part of the master, whose certificate, however, was returned. Mr •Dickson stated on behalf of the owners that the Lily was insured for £2400. and was valued at £3500. She was chartered to the Government at £555 per month. Mr J. P. .Brandon (chairman of the Ota Town Board) has kindly consented to perform the opening ceremony at the garden party- to be held at Mr and Mrs Penn’s garden, Otaki. on Wednesday next. We have been asked to mention that the Christmas tree will be a very special feature at the gathering. A magnificent lot of toys, etc., have been secured for the tree. and. with Christmas close at hand, there should be no difficulty in effecting a clearance. Afternoon tea, ice creams, cold drinks, etc., will bo dispensed, while the competitions will include bat-trimming, nail-driving, Aunt Sally, and races for the kiddies. At the Foxton flower show yesterday the rose.- prizes were practically ail won by Otaki growers. Mr H. Witeheli, of Otaki, won first for three yellows, first for three creams, second for one rose and truss: of rambler roses. He also staged the champion rose of the show, a very beautiful Miss Wilmolt. Mr Frank Penn won flrrt prizes for three reds, three pinks, three varieties, and six varieties, second for three yellows, second three whites, and third for one rose. Mrs WitchH] secured a couple of prizes in the decorative section. The “how was •• very successful one in every way.

| Fred Barratt still leads the way with 1 r or and shoe repairs. He uses no in- . f rior leather and pats in only firstass workmanship. Prices right; try 1 m. Once tried, always tried. —Advt.