STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 21 September 1917, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(From Our Own Correspondent.) TAII communications, letters, etc., left With Mr. H. J. Hopkins, bookseller, will receive prompt attention.] Stratford, Sept. 20. The county council went through the business yesterday in a very commendable manner. There was a pood deal that required attention, but discussions were brief and harmonious, and consequently the Session was cut down by nearly two hours. October marks the last meeting of the present council, and from what one can gather it looks as if all the councillors will accept nomination for a further period. So far, indications point to Cr. Anderson having an opponent in his riding, rumor being that Mr. E. Hancock will be a candidate. The last meeting of the borough council also set up a record for prompt despatch of business. The council sat at 7.30 p.m. and at 10.20 business was completed. The council is rather strong in debating talent, but the Mayor is a strict believer in the one speech only on each subject, and if he-"maintains this, is to be commended.

'When in doubt, ask a policeman!" runs an old song. One night this week, neglect on the part of a passenger to Tnako inquiries of the railway guard created a little distress and uneasiness. A family man, evidently travelling to Taranaki for the first time by mail, found the train slackening speed at Tariki to put down a passenger. The 6tranger, evidently mistaking this for Lepperton, promptly grabbed some luggage and a child and got off. All being clear, the train was soon on its journey, and then a distracted mother and two children found themselves minus the father, child, and luggage. They continued their journey, but their loss was painful to some of the other passengers.. Being the last train, poor old father had to complete the journey by motorear—a bit costly to some. The guard was in no sense to blame.

■Mr. 0. E. James was elected president and Mr..S. Sharp secretary of the Retailers' Association at the meeting held on Tuesday.

A heavy list of cases awaits the S.M. Court on Friday. The police! are interested in some cases, one against a Stratford hotelkeeper for selling intoxicating liquor to a man under 21, and another against a farmer for neglecting to feed and water a heifer.

The Stratford County Council advertises on page 1 that meetings in connection with the South Riding bridge loan proposals will be held at Ngaere hall at S p.m. on Saturday, and at Wingrove Road sehoolhouse on Monday, at 7.30 p.m. T. LAMASON'S WEEKLY REPORT.

Last Saturday our usual sale of poultry, produce, etc., was held. Poultry is still in strong demand. We quote: Hens Is Gd to 3s, roosters 2s to 3s, turkeys 5s Cd to "s. Furniture and sundriea at usual auction rates. T. Lamason's usual sale of poultry, vegetables, furniture, and general produce is advertised in this issue.

There is no time like the present. It is yours, and the wise man is he who makes the most of the opportunity. Just now the opportunity of making a little cash go a long way is, presented at Mr. C. E. James' warehouse. Prices are down to bedrock, whilst quality is of the highest. Ladies, don't neglect this chance of securing best leather handbags, jewellery, wedding presents, etc., now offering. Call and inspect when next in town.