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Rangitikei Advocate and Manawatu Argus, Volume XXXIV, Issue 9420, 16 April 1909, Page 4

Madam Melba opened her Dunedin season last night, and received a splendid reception from, a very large and enthusiastic audience.

Mr Alexander Anderson, of the Bank of New Zealand, Reeftoa, while closing the door of the safe, got his left thumb jambed, and the member was severed at the first join t. A settler in the Shannon district has an acre and a half in Sturmer Pippin apple trees, the crop from which he expects to net him £l5O. There are 140 trees to the acre, and be calculates that ha will get between two and a half and three sixty pound cases of fruit from each tree. At the Friendly Societies’ sports in Cornwall Park, Hastings, on Monday one of the competitors in the ladies’ bicycle race exhausted herself in her efforts and collapsed. She was promptly attended to but was unconscious for nearly half an hour, after which she was removed to her home. Warm Tweed Overooats 25s (sd, 29s Gd, 32s 6d to 47s 6d. Latest Styles. Reliable Oilcoats riding cut 14s 6d, 19a 6d, 25s Gd, Warm Striped Rugs, large aizo> 6a lid, 7s lid, 11s 6d. Large Waterproof Trap Rugs 11s 6d, 13s 6d, Iss (Id. Neal', Cash Clothier, Feilding.*

. At.“a poll of Eltham ratepayers yesterday a proposal to praise a £IO,OOO loan for the construction of gasworks was carried. Inquiries are being made as to the prospects of getting up a party Bo prospect the Urewera country under the proclamation just issued.

Lieut. Shaokleton was, entertained at luncheon by the Prime Minister and Ministry at Wellington yesterday. There were ten new bankruptcies in Wellington during the first quarter of the present year against Seven in the corresponding quarter of last year. When the ’Frisoo-Papeete steamer Mairposa was four days out from ’Frisco she had communication with San Francisco by means of wireless telegraphy. The distance over which the message was transmitted was 1300 miles.

At the annual meeting of the Mauawatu Golf Olub Colonel Gorton, who had resigned the position of president owing to ili-health, was elected a life member of the Club as a mark Bf the high appreciation members had for him.

A Wanganui wire states that the holders of the Mephan Ferguson locking-bar steel pipe patent rights in the United States have secured a contract from the city of New [York for six feet diameter locking-bar pipes, requiring 20,000‘tons of steel plates for their manufacture. Pennies are scarce in Wellington and tradesmen are always ready to take all that the Tramway Department has to dispose of. long go one of the banks got in a couple of tons of copper, but much of it was promptly shipped to other centres, where the demand for pennies has exceeded the supply. Though New Zealand is far from being a penniless land, the country could comfortably do with more pennies just now, so say the moneychangers. Auckland Trades and Labour Council resolved to make the following remits to the Conference :—To adopt the general principles of Mr Guinness’ national accident insurance scheme; to nationalise the iron industry; fair rent Bill; right to work Bill; utilisation of all water power available; to [reaffirm compulsory preference to unionists; taxation of unimproved values; protection of witnesses after, giving evidence.

A large number of Maoris are as sembled at Huutly. the object of the meeting being to facilitate the settlement of unoccupied native lands nnnder the provisions, of the new Act, by which one third remains in the possession of the natives, one third is leased, and one third is sold, “King” Mahnta and Henare Kaihan are the leaders of the movement. Mr Ngata and Dr., Buck, M.P., will arrive to morrow, and the business of the meeting will not commence till then. '

iln a supplement to the Gazette issued on Tuesday it is notified that the following imported game—viz., cook pheasants, Californian and Australian swamp quail, and hares—may he killed within the Wellington acclimatisation district, from May Ist to July 31st (both days inclusive), and that licenses to kill such game will be issued to any person on the payment of £l. It is further notified that the following native game—viz., grey duck, teal, and native pigeons —may be killed within the above-mentioned district, from May Ist to 31st. A conference between the employers and the employees in Wellington of the clothing trade was held yesterday. Mr F. Hally, :Oonciliation Commissioner, presided and there were present: Messrs Herons and Spaul (representing the employers), and the Hou. J. T. Paul and Mr R. Slater (representing the employees). Agreements satisfactory to both parties were arrived at on practically all points submitted, havingjreferenoe to the tailoiresses branch. The principal demands for women are a 44 hour week and 2s 6d a week extra wages. At Taihape S.M. Court on Wednesday, Margaret Bobertson and John Mcßae, prohibited persons, were each fined 10s and costs 7a 6d, for procuring liquor during the currency of prohibition orders Robert Howie, at present undergoing a sentence of two months’ imprisonment for using obscene language, was charged with escaping from lawful custody on 16th March last at Taihape. Accused pleaded guilty and was sentenced to one month’s hard labour, sentence to commence on expiry of present sentence.

The Oambnsdoon has arrived at Lyttelton, and the captain reports that on April 4th, a terribly dirty night, the ship was labouring under short canvas, and was being chased by mountainous seas. In the early hours of Monday three sailors were coiling down forebraoes on the top forward deckhouse when a tremendous sea broke on board, filling the decks to the rails and sweeping heavily over the deckhouse, washing one seaman, named Neilsen, overboard. He was never seen again, 4nd it was impossible to render him assistance.

The triennial actuarial tiou of the Government Insurance Department having finished at an even earlier date than usual, bonus certificates are now being posted to policy holders. After making substantial reserves there was a cash surplus of £192,430 for distribution, being sufficient to provide for a general increase in individual bonuses which range from £1 to £1 11s per cent, per annum of the sum assured, according to the standing of policies. The total bonus additions' made on this occasion to sums assured at death or maturity amount to £316,742.

Interesting facts about animals and alcohol were given at the SouthWestern Police Court, London, recently, when Captain Frederick Palmer was accused of cruelty to his dog. It is r alleged that Captain Palmer gave his dog bicsuits soaked in alcohol in a public house, and that the animrl fell dead. Mr A. Piesa, a veterinary surgeon, said most dogs liked biscuits soaked in alcohol. “Then it is not an acquired taste,” tin magistrate, Mr de Grey, remarked ‘‘l thought it was.” ‘ ‘ This dog was not a total abstainer, ’ ’ stated Me Haane, who defended. “It had taken stimulants for two years. Even birds like a little drop of beer or stout.” “I have heard of a racehorse named Caravan which would not run unless it had a bottle of port wine.” The magistrate observed. “And I know of a bantam cook which would have nothing but a bottle of Bass.” said Mr Haune. The magistrate said there was no evidence of deliberate cruelty, and dismissed the summons.

For Ohronio Chest Complaints, Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure, Is 6d and 2s 6d.

Two ladies are mentioned as being probable candidates at- the forthcoming Borough Oonnoil election in Eketalmoa, says the Express.

The Patea branch of the Farmers’ Union has a very satisfactory membership of 69, and only three of these are in arrears with their subscriptions. A man killed in Auckland by collision with a tram last night bad in bis pocket an old age pension certificate in the name of Murdoch McLeod aged about 70.

Members of Polo Olubs are reminded that nominations for the Gymkhana Sports, to be held on the 31st April, close to-morrow evening with the secretary, Mr A. Oameron, at Marton.

In connection with the retrenchment now effected in the cost of the public services, it has been alleged, says the Hawera Star, that the railways could be worked with 3000 fewer men than are now at present engaged. The Bev. Mr Axelsen, in an address at Dunedin on Sunday said that a proportion of the unemployed were unemployed from choice rather than necessity. The great majority who asked him for employment stipulated that it must be some occupation where they got a halfholiday on §Satmday, so that they migbt/uot miss any games. An exceptionally creditable feat was accomplished on Tuesday in Wellington harbour by the crew of the Government steamer Hinemoa in connection with the periodical official boat drill test. Prom the moment the whistle was sounded till the ship’s boats were in the water there was a period of only 1% minutes.

A return submitted to the meeting of the Masterton School Committee by the headmaster, showed that there were now 229 boys and 204 girls oh the roll of the swimming classes. Of the boys, 172 were able to swim and 50 could not swim. Sixty-two learnt this year, and 58 learnt last year. Out of the number of girls enrolled 110 can swim and 94 are unable to do so. No less than 71 girls have learnt to swim this year, and 23 became proficient last year.

The Inspector of Orchards forwarded to Auckland from Hastings 25 oases of local grown apples and pears for cool storage and the Department of Agriculture has made, similar'consignments from each of the fruit growing centres with a view to prove the advantages of cool storage as it is felt that development in this direction will prove of financial benefit to fruit-growers generally.

At the Auckland Police Court Milton Alexander Cromwell, a young man who was found in a hole in the cliffs at Orakei living on a diet of ehell-flsb and water, was remanded for a period of medloal observation and treatment at the mental hospital. It was stated that up to eight months ago he had been an energetic tradesman, but had suffered from a severe attack of influenza. After this illness he bad refused to work, and took to wanderiug about aimlessly. A rate war is in progress in the aerated water trade in Auckland. The original wholesale price of soda water, lemonade, and other '‘soft” drinks was Is 4d per dozen (exclusive of bottles). Two firms then brought their prides down to Is per dozen, and the majority of the others followed suit. Then a firm more 'venturesome than the rest out prices to 7d per dozen to the shops and 6d per dozen to the hotels. In the meantime the public seem to be getting only a partial benefit from the rate war mostjof the shops still charging 3d per bottle for soft drinks. ywo Australian ladies, Mrs Hyde, of Stockton, and Lewis, have signed articles for the much-talked-about match for the ladies’ championship of Australia, and £25 aside. The articles stipulate that the race is to take place on the Parramatta river, on May 22nd. Both ladies are very enthusiastic over the match and will train thoroughly for it. They should be fairly evenly matched, as both have defeated another lady sculler, Mrs Woodbridge, by a small margin, after a very fast race. The first deposits of £lO each have been lodged. Some time daring Wednesday night the residence of Mr A. Jopp, at Biversdale, was entered and a large quantity, of jewellery, money and other articles taken. Every room in’-the house was entered, and all the drawers rifled, notwithstanding the fact that two bedrooms were occupied. The theft was discovered by a servant, who, on entering the dinning room at 6 o’clock, fonnd the carpet ablaze and the table cover just ignited. Used matches were found in all the rooms. Mr Jopp" is absent in Christchurch. There is no clue.

An inquest wan held ai Napier yesterday, before Mr H. Brabant, coroner, on the late Claudius alter Oato, who died on Wednesday as die result of a revolver shot. Constable Hodgson stated that he searched the clothing of the deceased, and found two promissory notes, a telegram, and a memo relating to money matters. The telegram was signed “Cooks, Auckland,” and stated: “Bank wires your cheque not provided for. Reply.” The coroner returned the following verdict: ‘‘That the deceased died from the effects of a bullet wound, which wound traversed the brain and was inflicted by himself.”

‘‘Wanted, suggestions for a title distinguishing bachelors from married men." This is the latest cry.of the “new women" which is agitating the. Illinois legislators. The movement started in Chicago, where a.deputation of women waited on several Illinois senators, urging tint men should be subjected to a custom similar to that of women whose condition is indicated by the title “Miss" or “Mrs." They painted in eloquent colours tile heartbreaking tragedies caused by married men masquerading as bachelors, and by bachelors pretending to he married men. A'Bill has been introduced making it a penal offence for a married man to pose as unmarried but the proposer is at his wits’ end to devise a distinctive title for bachelors corresponding to “Miss. " Accordingly he has issued a public appeal for suggestions.

I want to sell yon your winter uudrewear because ray values are bedrock. My underwear for men is pure wool and unshrinkable, elastic and comfortable to the skin. Direct from the best British manufacturers. Medium and heavy weights in. pure wool 4s fid, fid, 5s llu, 6s Ur). Lower lines in wool and cotton mixture 2s lid, Ha fid, 3s lid and 4s fid. Neal, Cash Clothier, i'eilding.*

Mr N. Westland, who is leaving shortly on a trip to the Old Country, has presented a beautiful silver challenge cnp to the Marton Football Olnb for the best player during the season.

The Governor will probably have Lyttelton in H.M.S. Challenger on June 3rd on a visit to the Cook Islands. He will retain to'Wellington towards the end of done in time for the opening of Parliament. A petition has been lodged by Pepeue Eketone against the return of Hectare Kaihau as M.P. for the Western Maori electorate. The case will be taken before Justice Ed w arda and Cooper shortly.

A man went to the watchman out. the ferry steamer Maheno at Dunedin last night and asked to be allowed to sleep on board. This morning the watchman found *him dead. He was identified as “Tanff” Mills,, well-known in Lyttelton. A body found inMauakan Harbour lias been identified as that of Wm. Taylor, a single man of 28 years, who left his home at Ponsonby aweek ago seeking work. As a capsized boat was found in the vicinity of the body and the latter fully clothed, except boots and socks, it is surmised Taylor came by his death through being upset. An old man named Thomas Gebbie, aged 79, ah old age pensioner, fell dead in- the street at Dannevirk«t yesterday. He bad complained or internal pain previous to this evening,ghat was walking about apparently all right. He expired before the doctor arrived, death ‘being attributed to syncope.

The positions in the Draughts Championship now areßrodie, 16 wins, 14 draws, 0 losses, 2$ points; Boreham, 17, 7,2, 303£; Scott, 11, 15, 2, 19*£; Hllliker, 13, 11, 3, Hutohen, 13, 6, 10, 15; Davis, 11, 8, 10, 15; Gardiner, 9, 13, 0, 15; Boswell, 6. 14, 6, 13; Mat besom, 6, 12, 8, 12; Campbell, 6, 11, 4, \ Morris, 8,5, 9, 10}£ ; Murdoch, 7,6,18, 10; Cullen, 4, 10. 10, 9, Rea, 5,7, 14, BJ4 ; Dnncan, 5,3, 20, 6%; Gillies, 3,4, 24. 4. Hopes of a settlement of the trawling dispute have not been fulfilled. At a meeting of the Hawke’s Bay Fishermen’s Union last night it was decided to adhere to their demand for regular wages as against the shares system. There is a difference of opinion as to whether employees working on shares would enjoy the benefits of the Workers’ Compensation Law. The men state that if working under the share system they would not be so protected. The employers hold the contrary view. After the uproarious meeting on Wednesday n!ght_nine or ten young-: men went to Mr T. E. Taylor’s house at Cashmere Hill, called him out, and wanted to know what he had to say regarding Dreadnonghs. The men only left after Mr Taylor had given one a smart ont across the face with a cane. The police had heard of the intended raid and two constables came on the scene. Mr Taylor let the rowdies off with apologies and he will not prosecute. Mr Taylor’s house is high up on |tbe Cashmere Hills and the incident occurred at midnight.

Dnnedin Trades and Labour Council at its meeting last night, considered the question of the stoppage of the Lawrenoe-Boxbnrgh railway works, and passed a resolution expressing the opinion that a breach of taitb bad been committed by the Ministry in stopping the work alter the construction had been sanctioned by Parliament and after leading the people in the district to incur much expenditure in anticipation of the early construction of the line. The Council considers that the promises made should be honourably carried ont, and expects members of Parliament to see that this is done. In the opinion of the Council no valid reason has been shown for the stoppage of the works.

Amongst those who have been awarded degrees from this education district at the New Zealand Univresity are the following A. — Miss A. E. Carrie, Mr A. B. Flfet, F. Neilsen. Honours in Arts.—Miss A. E. Carrie, third-class in languages and literature (Latin and German); Mr A. B. Fitt, second in mental science; Miss Florence Neilsen. third-class in languages and literature (English and German). B.A. (first section). —Mr N. J. Crabbe (and L.L.8.), Miss O. M. Cook, Miss O. M. Gruarj Miss W. E. MoHardie, Miss Heni Park. B, A. —Misses I. J. Hylton, O. Jamieson, E. E. Law, I. Neilsen, C. U. H. Bockel. Bachelor of Laws (first secetion). —Mr P. P. Amodea, Mr H. B. Slipper.

Dr. McArthur, S.M., gave judgment at Wellington yesterday in some cases of alleged breach of awards. Staples & Co- were preceded against for a breach of the painters award, because they had employed a maltster in the slack season to do some painting. The Magistrate decided that this-was not a breach"of the award. Wellington Gas Company, which had employed stokers to act as labourers when a small building was being erected, was fined £3 on the ground that members of the Labourers’ Union were available. A charge was laid against the employers of a seaman on the Manaroa on the ground that though employed as a lamp trimmer he only received £4 10s a month instead of £7. The Magistrate decided that It was absurd to pall an ordinary seaman on a vessel of 78 tons a lamp trimmer and dismissed the case.

Important alterations of the forest regulations affecting the Crown land have been gazetted. It has been a grievance among sawwmfilers that comparatively large timber areas, have been secured by millers who owned small plants, and those who went to the expense of installing machinery capable of dealing with a large output obtained no corresponding advantage in cutting rights. Under the hew regulations, however all will depend upon the horsepower of the mill machinery, the maximum in each mill of 8 horse power being 300 acres. There is a scale rising to 1000 acres for mills of 19 and 20 horse power, and 1500 acres for mills of 80 horse power and upwards. So change £is made in the royalty charges, but the whole fcrast regulations have been redrawn to bring them into harmony with the Consolidated Act, 1908. Pallid, thin, and passing weak. Shivering in the cold wind bleak. Coughing till he scarce can speak. This is man without it! Laughing at each cough and cold, What is this that makes him bold?

Stuff that’s worth its weight in gold- . Woods’ Peppermint Cure—dca*tdouot it.