STRATFORD NEWS.

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LVI, Issue 255, 26 March 1914, Page 3

STRATFORD NEWS.

FE3M QUE RESIDENT REPORTER,

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Telephone No. 113.

THE MAYORALTY. MR. V 1. KING TO STAND. Armed with a requisition containingover 2,)0 signatures, a deputation, headed by Mr. J. McAllister, yesterday waited on Mr. X. .1. King with a view to obtaining liis consent to become a candidate for the .Mayoralty at the aoproach- | ing election. Mr. McAllister pointed out that a very strong feeling existed in the town in favor of Mr. King's candidature, and the presence of the deputation with a requisition so largely signed was evidence of the desire of a large number of people to further Mr. King's candidature, and (hat they had no doubt as to the result. It was considered that the time was ripe for a change, and H was hoped that Mr. King would accept, nomination. Mr. McAllister then read the requisition, which expressed appreciation of Mi". King's services to the borough and of the enormous amount of time and these services had entailed while acting both as Mayor and councillor. There never was a time in the history of Stratford when a man possessing Mr. King's qualities was so urgently needed to bring the town into the position it ought to occupy, and the signatories pledged themselves to do

their utmost in securing Mr. King's election if he would accede to their request. Mr. J. Masters briefly endorsed the statements in the requisition, and made apologies for I he absence of several leading townspeople. Mr. King expressed his hearty appreciation of lhe sentiments expressed in the requisition and of the action of the deputation. It was gratifying to know I that his services were so generously ' and widely acknowledged. The borough J had reached a stage when a forward move was most necessary, for it •hajfi been too long lagging behind other ] towns, such s> Eltham. He was aware that the electric lighting question would ' be made the chief plank of what he ' might term the "opposition" platform, but lie strongly asserted that the public ! would he mistaken if they thought he ' would use tin- position of Minor (if j elected) to further the company's inter- i ests. He would give the company a ' "square deal." but the interests of the ' borough would most assuredly come first ; every time, for his interest in the com- ' pany was infinitesimal as compared with ; the interests of the borough, and he in- j timated that lie would take an oppor- ; tunity of dealing with this matter on the public -pilatiiorm. In conclusion, he thanked those who had signed the r:;- \ quisition, and said that he would have ' much pleasure in complying with the request to become a candidate for the , Mayoralty. Mr. McAllister briefly, but forcibly, eulogised Mr. King's past services, and referred to the fact that at every election Mr. King had contested he had either been at the top of the poll or very near to it. He was confident that all who had signed the requisition, and many more, would work hard to secure i Mr. King's election. j After Mr. McAllister had» thanked Mr. ' King for his decision, the deputation , withdrew. j

BERNARD'S PICTURES. The star film in lhe new programme is the famous English comedy of "Caste," with Sir Squire and Lady Bancroft in the leading parts. This play created q»ite a furore in London and elsewhere, having a phenomenal run, so that its reproduction in picture form should be a great draw. The incidents of the plot are well calculated to prove most interesting, and the final triumph of democracy over aristocracy is particularly effective. In "The Faithful Servant" will be seen once again that popular favorite,- Maurice Costello, and the supporting films contain a varied assortment of the best and latest productions. The management has arranged for a special musical programme, the merits of which are highly spoken of. As a whole, the entertainment is one of the best of its kind and should be extensively patronised. TOWN HAH PICTURES There will be a complete change of programme at the above theatre to-night.

"The Critic" will be the star picture of the evening. It is a drama of 3000 ft, and this will be the only opportunity that Stratford picture patrons will have of seeing this popular and stirring play on Hie screen. Another of the marvellous A.B. dramas to be exhibited is "Examination Day at School," which should prove of the greatest interest both to parents and children, besides all other sections of the community. "A Wreath of Orange Blossoms" is a drama of a

different nature, but it is full of exciting scenes and clever acting. "A Cowboy's Stratagem" provides that picturesque setting and sensational action inherent to the. Western dramas produced by the Selig Co. A superb scenic, in which Alpine giants and roaring torrents, with lovely forests and pretty villages, makes a charming spectacle that must delight all lovers of natural beauty. The humorous element is well provided for in "Billy Boy," "The New Operator," and "She Married a Hero." By special request, Professor Ilendcrson'has expressed his willingness to play any piece of iiusio that patrons may' brine to him. Bert Davis will again contribute a comic song, this feature of tho entertainment having become very popular. BIBLE-IN-SCHOOLS. A meeting of the Stratford branch of the Bible in State Schools League, held on Saturday, passed the following resolution:—'This branch expresses the conviction that a sufficient number of peo- | pie hi New Zealand have evidenced their desire for the referendum requested by the League to justify the Government in introducing the necessary measure, and resolves to support the executive in any steps which may he taken to ensu ■,■ the submission of the question to Hie whole people at Hie next general election.'' Your photograph will please them all —some of your friends have been expecting one for a long time—don't be Batufied with one taken years ago. just as you are to-day, in your everyday attire. Having your portrait taken is as pleasant as an informal call on good friends. Make an appointment to-day with Mr. McAlister, Stratford Eight sticks of dark Havelock tobacco for 6s; eight sticks of Derby, 6s; ei«ht Eoz tins Havelock, 7s 6d; eight 2oz fin? Derby, 7s Od. These- are specimen prices

from Stan. Sharp's slock of smokers' requisites. Xext Bellringer's, Stratford. There is no questicnij# the fact that "The Kash" is the best place in Stratford for men to supply their clothing and mercery wants. Quality and prije tell their own unequalled story in favor of the store.