STRATFORD NEWS.

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LVI, Issue 256, 27 March 1914, Page 3

STRATFORD NEWS.

FROM OUR RESIDENT REPORTER.

Office and Job Printing Works: York Chambers (upstairs) Telephone No. 113.

MOTOR TRIALS. ' The Stratford Motoring Club recently licld its initial petrol consumption trial. Nine startfcrs were despatched on a 55mile journey. Tile following makes of motor cycles were represented:—B.S.A. 3, Triumph 2, Swift 2, Douglas 2. The first three finished as follows: E. Okey, S'/a-h.p. 8.5.A.: Riding weight, 3cwt, Oqrs 141hs; petrol used, Gsoz. C. Whittington, S'/a-h.p. Triumph: Riding weight 3cwt. 2qrs Olbs; petrol used, GGoz., 2. J. Gunderson, 3%-li.p. 8.5.A.: Riding weight, 3cwt. lqr. 221bs; petrol used, 74 oz., 3.

By taking tlie riding weight into consideration, the final result is as follows: C. Whittington (Triumph) 1, R. Okev (8.5.A.) 2, J. Gundersen (8.5.A.) 3. BERNARD'S PICTURES. "The Diamond Mystery," which is the star drama in the new programme to be screened at His Majesty's Theatre tonight, is one of the latest and most sensational Vitagraphs yet produced. Love, villainy, intrigue and most of the passions in human nature are depicted with forceful realism. The story centres round a man who believes lie lias discovered the secret of making artificial diamonds, but who temporarily loses his reason. The love element is connected with his daughter, and the villainy occurs in connection with the dia. mond-making plant, which is eventually blown up in a sensational way. Another .very attractive film is that of "A Modern Hero," one of the best of the A.B, domestic dramas., "Postponed Departure" should also prove a great draw, for it is an excellent sample of the high-class Pathe .dramagraplis that have become so popular. The comedies and ; comics arc in strong force, and the scenics are more delightful than ever. The latbst Gazette and OceanogTaphy help to fill up a list that should satisfy all patrons. The music is of the latest and best, and a most enjoyable evening awaits patrons of Bernard's Pictures.

TOWN HALL PICTURES As anticipated, the new programme of pictures serened last night was greatly appreciated. Evidently those who saw "The Critic" considered it was one of the best dramas exhibited, as indeed it is. It is a truly remarkable picture, depicting the Bin and degradation of the life as lived by those of the underworld, and is vivid in portrayal and unique in plot. The management is sparing no expense in catering for the-people of Stratford. Two star pictures are shown twice weekly of the world's leading makers. "A Wreath of Orange Blossoms" is a drama by the A.B. Company. This is a wonderfully powerful drama and the mountings are exceedingly elaborate. "The Engadine" is a scenic well worth seeing. Other films are by tho leading makers. Professor Henderson played by special request "The Pirates of Penzance." Mr. Bert Davis sang "I do like to be beside the seashore." Matinee at 2.30 on Saturday. The management is catering especially for the children, showing comic, educational and topical films. All children 3d to the matinee.

PERSONAL. j Mr. J. B. Hiin l , M.P., was in town yesterday, and after opening the "Methodist bazaar spent a pelasant time on the bowling green. Miss ,T. M. Hitch has been, appointed assistant cookery mistress at the Stratford Technical School. GENERAL NEWS. A haystack belonging to Mr. W. Bowler was destroyed by fire on Wednesday night on his property at Warwick road. Considerable interest is being taken in the election to fill the vacancies on the County Council caused by the retirement of Messrs Were and Walters, and there seems every prospect of a contest taking place. The Whangamomona County Council has followed the action of the Stratford County Council in making representations to the Government as to the shortage of trucks for conveying' metal, but mueh the same reply was given as to the Stratford county.

The opening of the Methodist bazaar took place yesterday and there is every prospect of it being a thorough success. The ladies have worked hard, and the cause is good; moreover, the articles ok sale are calculated to meet the requirements of all classes, and, what is more to the purpose, should suit their purpose.

Seven rinks of local bowlers journeyed to Inglewood yesterday to try conclusions with the players there, and an enjoyable afternoon was spent. The Fire Brigade Carnival Committee held a final meeting last night, his Worship the Mayor (Mr. W. P. Kirk wood) presiding. The result of the garden fete is particularly gratifying, and it is expected that, after payment of all expenses there will be a surplus of over £IOO to go towards the Brigade's funds, the immediate needs being' new hose and new uniforms. The Mayor, in donating a cheque of £1 Is to the fund, intimated that he would always take a keen interest in helping the Brigade in anv Way he could. After the accounts were passed the committee disbanded.

Your photograph will please them all —some of your friends have been expecting one for a long time—don't lie satisfied with one taken years ago. just as you are to-day. in your c.vcrvduy nttire. Having- your portrait taken is as pleasant as an informal call on good friends. Make an appointment to-day with Mr. MeAlister, Stratford. Eight sticks of dark Haveloek tobacco for (is; eight slicks of Derby, (Js ; eight 2oz tins Havclock, 7s (id; eight 2oz tins Derby, 7s Oil. These are specimen prices from Stan. Sharp's stock of smokers' requisites. Next Bellringcrt, Stratford. There is 110 questioning the fact that "The Kasli" is the best place in Stratford for men to supply their clothing and mercery wants. Quality and prije tell their own unequalled Btory in favor of the store.