STRATFORD NEWS.

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LVI, Issue 267, 9 April 1914, Page 3

STRATFORD NEWS.

FROMyOUR RESIDENT REPORTER.

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

A DOUBLE WEDDING. It is not often tlmt the wedding oE two sistors takes placn on the same day and at the .same time, so the event which took place' yesterday, when two of Mr. R. McK. Morison's daughters were married at the Presbyterian Church, naturally excited much interest. The building; was well filled, and a large number of [ friends had gathered outside in order to shower rice on the bridal parties. {Shortly after i p.m. the brides arrived with their father, and the ceremony then commenced, the Rev. J. Pattison officiating. The eldest daughter, Miss Elsie li. Morison, was united in matrimony to Mr, Norman B. Sanson, eldest son 'of Mr. It. Samson, Flint road, while the bridegroom of the second daughter, Miss Blanche Morison, was Mr. Alexander Patrick, late of Falkirk, Scotland. Rarely are seen two such charming brides, both dressed in the conventional white, with the usual adornments which custom demands. i

After the ceremony a reception was held at the residence of the bride's parents, Warwick road, a large marquee having been erected in which a dainty repast was spread, to which justice" was done by some 50 or 60 guests. , The toast of the brides was eloquently proposed by the Rev. Pattison, and responded to by the bridegrooms. Mr. Burcham, in a most original and qutfint speech, proposed the health of the bridesmaids, Misses Grant and Smith (cousins of the brides), the response being made by the groomsmen, Messrs Edgar Sanson and n. W. Douglas. The health of the brides' parents was feelingly proposed by Mr. Lilley, and gracefully acknowledged by Mr. Morison. Mr. and Mrs. Sanson deported on their honeymoon by car for Meremcrc, Mr and Mrs. Patrick motoring to Ilawera, en route for Wanganui. brides received numerous presents, which will adorn or serve useful purposes in their 1 , respective homts.

BERNARD'S PICTUEES The appreciation shown last night of the new programme was very emphatic. The chief interest naturally centred in the star war drama, "The Battle of Gettysburg," a, fllm 45<K)ft in Jength, and a true story of the American civil war." It is stated to be the best 'battle picture yet introduced, in which over two thousand. persons take part. The supporting films are all of the latest, including "tiaumont Graphics" (J7.7 and 278), '"Curious Caterpillars," "PatfccEducational," "The Beggar Maid" (Kalem drama') .and "The American athletes in 'Xew Zealand." The comie element is headed by Vitagraph's Scoteli screamer, j "Playing tell Pipes." the like ol which has never been before produced. Those wlio want a succession of hearty laughs should not miss this programme, which will bes hown for the la&t time la-right.

TOWN HALL PICTUEES To-night '"The Gamekeeper's WiiV 'will lie the star picture, and will he supported by the "Witch's Spectacle," "Father's Little Flutter." "Cyclone at Cetera," "Persistent Suitor," "Deal and Waliner," "Love Story During War" and "Madame Rex." With such a programme t'he Town Hall will no doulrt be well patensised. Lovers of music should not fail to hear Professor Henderson, who will play "Zampa" overture at six minutes to 8, and the overture to "I'oel and Peasant" during the interval.

| COMMERCIAL | STRATFORD WOOL. SKIN AN')) HIDE, SALE.

At Mr. Newton Jung's monthly sale of wool, skins, hides, etc., held at Stratford on Tuesday, the went high level of ■ prices for hides ,was further increased, -whilst sheepskins showed a decided ■sharp rise. Ordinary butchers' cow were ■par to Vi<l higher, selling at S%d to U'/.ii jper lb; washed cow were par to %d higher, selling at !)'/ s d to 9%d per lb. 'Ox hides were firm ;t( late rates, viz., :8f jd to !l%d, and 10'/ 3 d for stout. Lamb skins were '/ t d to '/.d higher, lamb pelts lit. pelts ami '/i-wools yi.d higher, and %• woirils %d higher. Lambskins realised up to B%d per lb. lairtb pelts to 7d. pelts and quarter-wools to 7%d. halfwodis to Bvid, wools to sy»&

THE A. & P. GYMKHANA. Smoc our last anoun&ement, additional entiiies have been recieved for ! he gymkhana, and the total to -dnif is far ahead «ff oilier records. Twenty-eight horses have accepted for the mile trot and 22 itrr the mile and a-half ii'tri:. The entries ir the jumping events are in proportion. Busy workers are active at the grounds preparing for the comfort and plcasujii- of the spectators. C>coanut shies. ; ;ipplc-bobbiii{f, Itig-of-war, ste]iping tli." chain. slicaf-ttxsiug. and other novel .events win provide ain'.le comic elements. Two 'well-known townsmen have already challenged one another to toss the sheaf, and side-wagers of ne.»r hats are rife amongst the trotting men. Come along and tee for yourselves how enjoyable a gymkhana really is. The oldest inhabitant- prophesies line weather, That should 'be enough for you — he knows. Think of the well-known saying: "A little nonsense now and then i< ■relished by the wisest men." i!c one ,of the wise ones. But do not thinlr <that nonsense will predominate. interapcrsed with the conic events are competitions that will rouse you to the highest pitch of enthusiasm. The trots alone will he worth a pilgrimage, of many

miles to sec. If you have u wife ami large family, or a large \vif» and a small family, come along—(iymklianaris<r" yourself on Kaster Moiidar.

PERSONAL. At a gathering of Mr. Xewton King's local stall' on Tuesday evening. Mr. A. Patrick, will) is deservedly popular with his confreres, was presented with a very (.'haste silver tea service on the eve of his wedding. Mr. Abraham making the presentation, and all present extending their heartiest wishes to the recipient for a long, happy and prouperous mar. ried life. The gift was suitably aeknowkleji'Hl.

I GENERAL i The polling for the two vacant seats j on the County Council took place vester- | day, but the results are not yet to

hancl. Indications point to the retiring members being re-elected, hut there is no certainty until the numbers go up. The.' Municipal Band Has decided to hold a colossal carnival' as a means of raising money to provide uniforms and instruments.

The Fitzroy Bowling Club have arranged to visit Stratford on Friday to play the local bowlers. Weather permitting, some enjoyable games should 'ensue.

| Hockey players are making a movcto ■commence the season. This evening a meeting of the club is to be held at Mr. ■Jackson's office at 7.30, to make arrangements in connection with a tournament to be held shortly.

To-morrow (Good Friday) the annual rally of the Taranaki Endeavor Union will be held in Stratford. In the morni ing there will be a devotional and com- | munion service at 10.30 in the Broadway Methodist Church. The afternoon meeting will commence at 2.30 in the same building, when tlje topic will be: "The Value of Right Thinking." Addresses will be delivered in the evening by the president of the Union, and by the Rev. E. Bandy. This meeting will "be held in the Regan Street Methodist schoolroom, and will commence at 7.30 p.m. A collection will be taken up at the afternoon and evening sessions. No doubt a large number will respond to the invitation to attend.

Stratford men who are travelling, .golfing, or "gymkaning" at Easter, will find their new suit, topcoat, hat, shirt, or tie at "The Kash," Mullen anil Maishall, proprietors. Eight sticks of dark Havelock tobacco for 6s; eight sticks of Derby, 6s; eight 2oz tins Havelock, 7s 6d; eight 2oz tins Derby, 7s 6d. These are specimen prices from Stan. Sharp's stock of smokers' requisites. Next Bellringer'a, Stratford. Your photograph will please them all —soree of your friends have been expecting one for a long time—don't be satisfied with one taken years ago. just ni voh are to-day, in your everyday attire. Having your portrait taken ia as pleasant as an informal call on good friends. Make an appointment to-day with Mr. McAlister, Stratford.