THE STRIKE.

Pukekohe & Waiuku Times, Volume 2, Issue 145, 14 November 1913, Page 2

THE STRIKE.

QUIET IN PUKEKOHE

Matters relating to the strike ara very quiet in Pukekohe, and there is no fear at all that the foolhardy threats that were made in the early days of the strike wili be put into practice. GOOD FOK BUCKLftND.

A meeting of ths 22 special constables recently enrolled for the protection of the district, together with the vigilance committee, was held en Saturday. A report from the committee was considered and certain action decided upon, while a number of other matters affecting the interests of the district were agreed upon. The committee reported that numerous farmers from aijacent districts had volunteered their services, and a scheme was evolved whereby the combined districts will be regularly patrolled day and night while the strike lasts. CAUTION AT MAUKU. Some 25 farmers have formed a vigilance committee to look after the interests of those who have gone to Auckland during the strike troubles xnd to otherwise protect the district. A number,flf those present agreed to meet every night mounted and to be prepared for any emergency. Several names of farmers willing to be sworn in as special constables for local work in the event of any of the wild rumours that are about being put into practice were taken.