DISTRICT NEWS

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LII, Issue 393, 19 May 1910, Page 3

DISTRICT NEWS

(From Chir Own Correspondents). - 12 ft A MOT L'. The memorial services 'held in the local Methodist Church 011 Sunday in connection with the death of King Edward were well attended. The church was very heavily draped in black. Appropriate hymns were rendered by the choir, and at the conclusion of each service the Dead March in "Saul" was played by the organist, Miss Laybourn. Th" morning service was conducted by Rev. Lwhourn. who took for his text liev. XIX.,-1(1, "King of Kings and Lord of Lords," and in the evening iby the Rev. F. (I. Hammond, whose subject was, Timothy. VI., 7, "For it is certain we have brought nothing into this world, we can take nothing out." On Friday the various .business people are closing for the day. In the evening at 7..W, a united thanksgiving service will .be held in the Methodist Church, at which there will be several Speakers. At Okato a united service is tn he conducted by tlve Church of England. Shooting for the Rinhotu Rifle Club's trophy advanced another stage on Saturday. when J. D. Christian secured a leg-in with the fine score of (iS. viz., tlie possible at 500 yds and two off at yds. The weauner conditions were not very favorable, which makes the -performance all the more meritorious. Scores: 500 000 hep. Tl. •F. ]). Christian . - 35 33 scr. —OS Jr. Rotherv .. .. 32 32 4—(iS A. Baker' .. .. 31 30 4—05 Ij. Harrison .. .. 20 20 4—02 H. Baker .. ..24 32 2—58 Cook 17 11) 2—38 Scarletma is prevalent here just now, and the school committee 'have accordingly closed lllhe school for a fortnight. ■ On Monday, W. King, a resident of the Kahili road, met with ia peculiar accident, and one that at the same time might easily have bad serious consequences. He was engaged in bushfalling. When the stump he was standing on gave way and .precipitated .li-im to the .ground. In falling lie was struck on the throat by the sharp edge of tiis axe, and sustained a nasty gas'h. He was at once taken into Opunake by Mr. S. Willousyhby, and attended to hy Dr. jjarron, who found it necessary to put in several stitches, after which Mr. King whi-p aide to return 'heme. The Hall hive just installed a new piano in the Rahotu Public Hall and the old on:', has been disposed of to a local resident. A social is to be held: in aid of the piano fund on Friday, the 27th inst. On Monday next the annual meeting of subscribers is to he held, and it is 'to he hoped there wnl |je a big attendance, if only for the purpose of showing the committee that the excellent work they are doing is appreciated. Pheasants and quail are said <to -e fairly plentiful about 'here just now, and some of our local sports nave obtained good bags. .Such, however, was not t;he luck of three sports who went out on Tuesday fully armed and with capacious bags. They returned after tramping ahout for .several hours very tired, with two empty bags and the other containing one cock pheasant. A number of settlers along the Coast have applied for sections on the Piako ■Swamp, and are anxiously awaiting the result of the .ballot, on the 18th inst. I TATARATMAKA. Tlie school,house was crowded on Tuesday night, when the residents of this district assembled to do honor to Mr. and Mrs. J. Arndt, wwo are removing to Te. Aroha. Although they have only 'been residing here for the last two years they have made themselves very popular, and as soon as it was known tnat they were leaving a committee was 'got. together and it was decided to tender them a valedictory social, and a most successful function resulted. Mr. Anioore presided, and'proved a capable chairman, keeping everyone in a happy humor. Despite the fact that several performers failed to appear, the programme rendered was an excellent one and was thoroughly enjoyed: hy the crowded audience. The star item was a violin and piano duet, ".Scene de Ballet,'- by Mr. and Miss Wilkinson, the former's playing of the violin being a treat to listen to, and ■a. revelation to the majority of those present. He was given a most enthusiastic recall, hut unfortunately was unable to respond 'to an encore* In addition the following programme was rendered: —Piano solo. Miss Wilkinson; recitation. "The Bishop isind the Caterpillar," .Mr. Amoore; piano solo, Miss aulam: song. "Strangers," Mrs. Rent; recitation. "The Old-time Steeplechase," Mr. F. Aroa; recitation. 'The Fireman's Wedding." Mr. Bent; recitation, "The Old 'Maid," Mr. F. Aroa; recitation. "A Black Job." Mr. Amoore. The chairman, in a verv happy speech, referred to the main object of the meeting, the farewelling of Mr. J. Arndt. Jn the words of the song, he said "We all love Jack." This was «i heartfelt meeting, and a genuine demonstration of the respect they felt for him. His two years' residence had been sufficient to prove his genuine nature. He had been tested in ■public office and private friendship and never found wanting. Mr. Amoore also referred to the hospitality alwavs bestowed by Mrs. Ardnt, and on behalf of the settlers asked them to accept a travelling rug as. a. slight token of esteem. In conclusion, he hoped their now venture would be a success financiallv and socially. Mr. Arndt. who was greeted with prolonged applause, returned thanks, anil expressed his regret at leaving such good friends. "For they are jolly good fellows" was then heartily rendered, after imhich full justice was done to the splendid array of good things supplied by tile ladies of the district and distributed bv a. bevv of young ladies who were kept assiduously supplied for some time catering to the wants of the large crowd. After sufficient time had elapsed, the room was cleared and dancing was indulged in. Mr. T. Morris acted as M.C.. whilst the music mus -provided by various ladies and gentlemen. The piano for the performance was kindly lent by Mrs. McUardy. The accompaniments for the concert were played by Mrs. Adlam. TIKOBAXOI. The lamented death of bis Majesty v .iii ' Filward .has been the all-a.bsorbing | tor'- of conversation. It is generally 'aved that political matters in the | c'd Country will now become less strained as chivalry is not yet extinct even amongst, party .politicians, and one would naturally expect the leaders to abstain from forcing the young King, n't the very outset of 'his reign, into a position which would require all his late father's tact, experience and cool judgment. It is not remarkable that those who have always loudly proclaimed themselves as "sceptics'' slhould now affect to see some mysterious connection with

the death r.f the King and the re-appear-ance of Hallcv■'< comet, for alter ail it is only a lmvhni illustration of "those who strain at a glial, and swallow a camel.'' The meeting of residents called to eonsi. ler certain proposals for the better management of the Tikorangi cemetery together with a plan for the suggested subdivision of ulie .ground*, .was poorly attended. Eventually, on the motion of Mr. Jas. Sarten and seconded by Mr. C. Jury, it was resolved that the .proposals as submitted by the Cemetery Board be approved of. The thanks of the community are due to Mr. A. S. Hicks for the care and attention to details displavrd by him in drawing up the pla.n of ' subdivision. The many friends of Mr. .T. S. Sole, who is at present an inmate of the New Plymouth hospital, will be glad to learn that he is, after undergoing an operation, making satisfactory progress to-' wards recovery. Dairy farmers are now looking forward to the slack season, and ciws arc being rapidly dried oil'. The milk supply at the local factory for April showed an increase of 120.3501bs compared with the corresponding month la.st year. The stone-crushing operations on the Inland North road are now finished and the plant is being removed to the Xgatima.ru road, but I understand that it depends on the weather as to a start being made this season. It seems quite evident that the revenue of the Clifton County Council is altogether insufficient for the many calls made, and ratepayers will have to recognise the fact that if they want work done it will be necessary to provide the Council with a larger income, either uy going in for a bridge loan or raising the general rate. I regret to report that Mrs. C. Topliss. o.f Wailii, is in a precarious state of health, and 'her condition is causing her relatives very .grave anxiety.