LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Pukekohe & Waiuku Times, Volume 7, Issue 382, 11 June 1918, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

It is understood that drastic action is imminent in regard to the eligible Waikato natives who are defying the conscription regulations. Throughout the Lower Waikato paddocks generally, except whew overstocking has occurred, are in capital trim for the time of year. Stock also present a healthy appearance and indications are most favourable for next dairying season. The trio of Maoris, who were prominent one evening last week in assaulting Constable Horan at Mercer and who were "downed" by the Constable's trunchion in his self-defence, made their escape in the darkness. So far they have not been traced.

Pte. Thomas C. Mouldey, of Puni, and Pte. Henry J. Robson, of Otaua, both members of the Entrenching Battalion, are reported to be prisoners of war in Germany. A. hospital list issued yesterday includes among the cases "not severe" Pte. R. McGee, of Bombay. The usual fortnightly sitting of the Magistrate's Court at Pukekohe takes place next Thursday, the annual" meeting of the Franklin Licensing Committee being fixed to be held at 12 noon on the same day. The Magistrate (Mr J. E. Wilson, S.M.) will also sit at Mercer tomorrow (Wednesday) and at Papakura on Friday.

An announcemeut appears in another column of this issue that the Waikato Co-operative Dairy Company Limited will hold a meeting of suppliers and of others interested in dried milk, in the Public Hall, Aka Aka, on Friday evening next at 7.30. As the subject is of particular interest to dairy farmers it is anticipated that there will be a large attendance.

Miss Millicent Taylor is again to the front in patriotic work, her latest project being a series of musical competitions for children to beheld in aid of the Red Cross Fund in the Premier Hall, Pukekohe, in the day time on Tuesday, June 25th, followed by a concert by visiting * artistes in the evening. Particulars of the competitions are advertised in this issue.

The wedding took place at the Roman Catholic Church, Hikutaia, on May 29th, of Mr Norman Leonard Brown, son of Mrs George Brown, of Pukekohe and late of Tuakau, and Miss Mary (Molly) Corbett, daughter of Mr Thos. Oorbett, of Hikutaja. The Rev Father Dignan performed the ceremony. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a dainty cream corderoy velvet coat frock with a cream cloth hat. Her sister, Miss Annie Corbett, acted as bridesmaid, and was dressed in a royal blue Garberdine costume with black hat. Mr Jas Twohill, of Thames, was best man. The presents were numerous, including several cheques.

After a residence in the Waiuku district of over 60 years Mr Caleb Hosking passed away at Waiuku on Friday last at the age of 85 years. Born in Devonshire, England, in 1833, he left England for New Zealand in 1854 by the sailing ship Polar Star, which was burnt at sea. The passengers, however, were rescued and were taken to St. Helena and thence back to London, from which city Mr Hosking made another start, aniving in New Zealand in 1855. After living for a short time first in Auckland and then in New Plymouth he went to Waiuku, where he has remained ever since. The late Mr Hosking was an energetic member of the Waiuku Road Board for many years and was for three years chairman. He also took a great interest in the social questions of the day, acted on the School Committee for some time and did good service in the cause of temperance. As a member of the Wesleyan Church he gave his time and labour for its advancement, and was for many years a trustee of that church. The late Mr Hoskiug married Miss Barriball, a daughter of the late Mr Charles Barriball, one of the pioneers of the district. His family consists of six daughters and two sons. The late Mr Hosking is survived by his widow.

At the Pukekohe Methodist Church on Tuesday evening last a " Welcome Home " and srcial was held in honour of Private W. Crookes who has recently returned from the front. Occasion was also taken ti bid farewell to Private Charles Matushka, who was on final leave. The Eev J. F. Martin presided over a large gathering, both of the soldiers having been associated with the Church for some years. A programme of musical and elocutionary items was submitted in which the following took part: Mr aud Mrs Richards, Mr F. C. Day, the Rev. J. F. Martin and Mrs Uoneyford. During the proceedings a presentation of a wristlet watch was made to Private Matushka, accompanied by the best wishes of the Church ap propiiately conveyed by the Rev. J. F. Martin who wished the recipient God's speed and a safe return Private Matushka suitably replied The Rov. J. F. MartiD, in a pleasint speech, welcomed Private Crookes on his return home. Private Crookes, in returning thanks, rolated some of his experiences whilst absent from the Dominion. To keep your spirits free from care. A brisk walk thro' the winter air, 11 von in comfy clothes are clad, Will warm your Mood and make you glad. But just before you venture out. If of the weather you've a doubt Mix hot, and drink a nip, be sure, Of warming Woods' Great Peppermint Cure.

Pkture natrons are reminded that the final episode of ' - The Iron Claw " will be screened on Saturday next at the Premier Hall, Pukekohe. The downfall of "The Iron Claw" and the triumph of the Laughing Mask brings this interesting story to a fitting close. —Advt.

On behalf of Mr J. W. Black, who is proceeding to camp, Messrs Alfred Buckland and Sons are to hold a clearing sale on his farm at Puni on Wednesday of next week. Particulars of the offering are advertised in this issue.

For their first dairy sale of the season at Pukekohe yesterday the N.Z. Loan and Mercantile Agency Coy. had a very full yarding of excellent quality. Prices were satisfactory, bidding being keen. To day the Company's usual monthly stock sale is in progress.

King's Boot Store, Pukekohe, has a big range of footwear in keeping with the requirements of this particular time of the year. Some advice to purchasers is conveyed by the proprietor in an advt. in this issue.

Olive Thomas, the noted film star, plays the leading role in a fascinating Triangle drama entitled "An Even Break," at the Premier Hall, Pukekohe to-morrow (Wednesday) evening. The play is a good one, beautifully dressed and staged.—Advt.

Fresh supplies of the new cow drench which produced such phenominal results last season are now to hand in Pukekohe. These cow drenches, known as the Elenso Cow Drench, are rapidly becoming famous because they prevent loes and produce high test milk in quantity. Farmers and anyone who has cows will be wise to communicate with Fear's Pharmacy and place their orders right away. Letters in appreciation of presents sent through the Dominion Gift Fund continue to be received from soldiers at the front. Corpl. C. F. Shipherd, of Puni, writing from "Somewhere in France" says: "We do get the parcels although perhaps not as many as they do further back. I was speaking to a* Pukekohe Boy about the beginning of last month and he said he had received a parcel from a Pukekohe lady. The same boy also mentioned having received a previous parcel from a Pukekohe lady. Sometimes when we have marched into billets previously occupied by New Zealanders we have seen the cards lying about. I think this is proof enough that the parcels are arriving and I know they are appreciated by the boys." A soldier in Cairo aUo writes: " You ask my opinion about the Dominion Gift Parcels. I can assure you that we would sooner have the parcels than the money. We don't count such parcels as personal property; we divide them up by drawing for the different articles. So when one arrives with condensed milk, cigarettes, etc, I generally get the milk as I don't smoke. The parcels were very precious to us that arrived while w6 were fighting in Palestine. Never were parcels more welcome."

Among those who secured prizes at the Waikato Winter Show recently held at Hamilton were the following local exhibitors: PoultryLeghorn (single comb), white hen, E. L. Curnow 1 and North Island Championship ; white cockerel, A. Tozer 2 ; brown cockerel, A. Tozer 1, E. L. Curnow 2; any other variety (pullet), A Tozer 1. Hamburg, gold pencilled, cock, J. J. McKinney 1 ; hen, J. J. McKinney 1 ; cockerel, J. J. McKinney 1; pullet, J. J. McKinney 1. Wyandottes, silver, cock, J. J. McKinney 1; cockerel, V. 8. Roberts 1 ; pullet, J. J. McKinney 1 and 2. Campines, cock, V. S. Roberts 1; pullet, V. 8. Roberts 1. Ducks : Indian Runner duck, J. J. McKinney 1; Pekin duck, J. J. McKinney 2. Utility Poultry : Leghorns, single comb, E. L. Curnow 1 ; brown cock, E. L Curnow 1 ; brown hen, E. L Curnow 3. Selling classes: WyaDdottes, silver, Herbert Adams 1. School Classes—Writing, girls, Std. I. : Ruby Dix 1 : mapping, Std. IV, Avis Simpson 1 ; drawing, Std. 111, M. Haddock 3; Std. V, Hazel Ardern 1 ; noral spray, Std. V., Eunice Reekie 1 ; brush drawing, Std. V , Hazel Ardern 1. Home Industries : Bread, baker's, 2 loaves of bread, white : Valentine and Co., Mercer, 2 ; milk loaf, Valentine and Co. 1. Preserved fruits: Orange marmalade, Miss E. Maxwell 1 ; marmalade, Miss E. Maxwell 1 ; quince jelly, Mies E. Maxwell 1,