LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Te Aroha News, Volume XXVII, Issue 43350, 16 July 1908, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

A lost chestnut mare is advertised for.

The Okineiuuri County Council invite tenders for carting and drainage wc rk

There was a big attendance at the euchre tournament in the Public Hall las t night.

Contractors are reminded that the Pi .k > County tenders close on Mondny ne.'C.

le Aroha District Co-operative tenders foi carting, etc., close on Saturday next, at i oou Mr W. Dudley has commenced the tea kiuox. The necessary excavation work has been completed.

A rumour is cui-rent that an auctio

eeiiug firm, iu a big way, inteud starting xu- this locality. (Sale yards are to be erected near Te Aroha. Mr John Murphy, the contractor for the erection of the new traffic bridge over the Waihou river at Te Aroha, has an ived with a staff of workmen, and has commenced opei’ations on the west side *>i the river. Mr "V\ . Forrest, of Paeroa, met with a n accident on Saturday. He was working the circular saw at tbe timber mill when his hand was caught and the thumb on the left hand cut off.

It was stated rec ntly in England that so popular has the turbine become, that to day there is not a single reciprocating epg-.te of large size being put down, eith .r in England or on the Continent. A case of “ jumping ” has occurred in Te Aroha. Ihe section opposite the Domain—on which the old Bank of New Zealand buildings formerly stood, has been pegged. The section has been minus a building far some months past. It is stated by the Waikato Independent that the Provincial Council of the Waikato Farmers’ Union has issued a circular to the branches of the province forwarding a petition to the president of the union demanding that the union take a more active part iu politics, and pledge themselves to fanning interests “A hogget is aye uling - ’ said a witness at the Arbitration Court (says theLyttel ton Times). “A lamb this year is a hogget next year, but I have never been able to discover when a lamb becomes a hogget.” “ A hogget is a lamb when you eat him,” remarked his Honour. The King of Portugal, who is one of the most expert shots iu Europe, exercises his skill in a most remarkble - way. Rifle in hand he takes up a position by the lake in the Palace grounds and as the fish rise to the surface he fires at them, rarely missing. We understand it is the intention of the Au kland Good Templars to entertain a section of the American sailors during Fleet Week, Thursday and Friday evenings A big crowd is expected at the meetings. There are eleven Lodges on board the warships, and about 4,000 teetotallers. The Officers give the men every encouragement in their temperance work.

News from Waikino reports a fatal accident that occurred on Wednesday; at tbe Waikino battery, where a man Darned G. Probert, a carpenter, who was engaged working on the elevator, received severe injuries. Details as to how the accident occurred are not to hand, but Probert bad both legs broken and was otherwise injured. It was seen that Probert was badly 'hurt, and medical assistance was at once sent for, but it was of ho avail, aud the unfortunate man succumbed to bis injuries. A meeting of the Waihou Domain Board took place in the Secretary’s (Mr Gr. H. Devereil) office on Monday evening last. Present : Messrs J. Lavery (in the chair). T. Mclndoe, and A. W. Edwards. The special business of the meeting was to open tenders for lease for ten years, of some 39 acres grass land, adjoining the Te Aroha Cemetery. Tenders were received:—G. C. Clothier, £l2; J. Eowe, £l2 10s; E. B. Hines, £lo ; Wild Bros., £2O; P, Hogan, £23; E. Gallagher, £24. Mr E. Gallagher’s tender was accepted. A gentleman when passing a post office in tbe South Island recently observe 1 a starling coming out of a posting box with a letter in its bill, which it dropped as it flew away. The surprised observer reposted the letter, aud explained the circumstances to the postal authorities. Apparently the post office has new terrors to face in the widening of the field of possible excuses for non-receipt of letters. “ Stolen by starlings ” has quite a titular sound. A beautiful assortment of choice flowers and foliage at half price. L.

Cullen’s Sale. —Advt. In connection with the Basket Social and Dance at Aratiatia on the 24th inst., in aid of the Building Fund, amongst other interesting items Mr Geo. Newsume, lately from London, has consented recite He comes with a reputation to keep up in that line. Gentlemen should remember to biiug pockets full of money, and plenty of room for the delicacies contained in the

baskets ! No baskets, no supper. Advices from Wellington with respect to the butter market show a rise in the wholesale price to 13M, with indications of a further rise. The price in Christchurch and Dunedin is 141 d, and it is anticipated that figure will be reached in Wellington at an early date. At the end of June the total quantity of butter in store in New Zealand was 40,176 boxes (about 1004 tons), and of this quantity it is estimated that from 10,000 to 15,000 boxes is dairy butter. Algerian seed oats, recleaned to hand, ask for sample and quotation. Wigg and Co.—Advt. °°

A suggestion was made by the Hon J. A. Millar on Monday that an insurance scheme against death or sickness might be arranged, but to do so many would require to join the fund. “ Make it compulsory to ensure !” suggested a waterside worker, ‘‘lam pretty chary of talking about compulsion !” 'returned the Minister sharply. “ When I talk about compulsion lam told it is going too far ! I think we had better try the voluntary system first.”—Dominion.

Mrs Sarah Mcßurney, Upper Hutt N.Z., says : “ Chamberlain’s Cough Eemedy is the best medicine for croup in children that is made. I have no fear in frecommending it. as, after a lengthy trial, I have found it to have no had effect.’ Have used it for years,and will have no other. All my friends say the same.” For sale by J. B. Johnson,-Agent,—Advt, Do it now ! Inspect our women and children’s winter underwear. Our values are good, Gahagan’s Economic.

As will be seen by Mr A. W. Edwards’ replace advertisement elsewhere, he intends holding a cheap clearing sale of the whole of his new ana large stock of general drapery, clothing, boots, etc., (commencing on Saturday next, July 18th) at and in many cases much below cost .price, he being determined to clear every line of the present season’s goods at no matter what loss, in order to open the coming season with nothing but new and fashionable stock. Mr Edwards has a good reputation for always selling reliable and up-to-date goods, and we should certainly recommend all who are requiring anything in his line to take advantage of this opportunity of securing some of the bargains which he intends offe-ing.

Maids jackets. A beautiful range. These are of high-class value, at Bed Buck Px ices. Tvy Gahagan’s Economic A good deal cf interest was manifested in the hockej mutch Ladies v. Gentlemen, played in the Te Aroha Bridge Domain yesterday afternoon. Iu order to equalise matters the gentlemen had to wear skirts and use a straight stick. Some of the skirts worn by “ our boys ” were of a fearful and wonderful make, and the young ladies could hardly play for laughing. However, the game was lively while it lasted, and it was a common thing to see “ cur boys ” sprawling over the field, rubbing their shins and nursing their legs. Mr Wild made a capable referee. The game resulted in a win for the gentleman by one goal to nil. Mr Len. Allen shot the goalyamid great applause. During the game Mr J. Maloney received a very nasty knock on the ankle, and was' assisted off the field.

Don’t forget Cullen’s sale is now proceeding.—Advt.

There was a good attendance at the Band of Hope meeting on Tuesday evening last. Mr Hubbard occupied the chair, and an excellent programme was gone through. A feature of the evening was the splendid exhibition given by some half-a-dozen members of the Gymnastic Club, under Mr Berfcwhistle. These young men deserve great credit for the marked improvement noticeable in their display on Monday evening. The Te Aroha Orchestra gave two very acceptable items. Mr Freeman, a visitor from Auckland, addressed those present, giving some sound advice to the young people. Songs, recitations, glees, etc., were also rendered. It was after ten o’clock ere the meeting closed; this, we consider too late for boys and girls to be out in the streets. We understand the Committee intend to have the meetings finished in future 9.30.

For Bronchial Coughs take Woods Great Peppermint Cure. Is 6d and 2s fid.

All unfortunate gun accident took place at the Gordon on Monday afternoon to a boy named Baker. The two brothers Baker had been out shooting, and returning to the bam about milking time placed their guns clown. On proceeding homeward the younger brother carried the gun while the elder carried the cans of milk to the house. On the way a certain amount of skylarking was indulged in, and young Baker, not thinking the gun was loaded, called to his brother that he would have a shot at him, simultaneously pulling the trigger, the brother receiving the charge in his back, and dropped. The neighbours l-cndored first aid, and Dr. Kenny was immediately summoned, and he lost no time in appearing on the scene. • The doctor made a thorough examination, and after removing a number of the pellets from the young man’s back, ordered his removal to the Waikato Hospital. On enquiry yesterday we learned that the young fellow was making good progress towards recovery. All sorts of pastes and liquids have been placed on the market, for polishing linoleum and furniture. Most of them rub in the dirt and polish on top. Tan-ol not only cleans the linoleum but polishes os well Those who try Tan-ol once never use a post* again. Sold in bottles atall stores. Advt. Whether resulting from a sprain or from rheumatic pains, there is nothing so good for a lame shoulder as Chamberlain’s Pain Balm. Apply it freely and rub the parts vigorously at each application and a quick cure is certain. For Sale by J. B. Johnson, Agent.—Advt. :