STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 7 December 1917, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(From Our Own Correspondent). [All communications, letters, etc., left Ivitn Mr. H. J. Hopkins, bookseller, will receive ]>roraj>t attention.] .Stratford, Dec. «. 'l'lie c'litertuinuiciii provided liy Hie llawcra amateurs, under control of Mr. lidwards, and given here last evening, proved a great umsieal success. Tlie piece chosen, ''P.cd Cap,'' was a very tuneful operetta, abounding in melodious choruses, neat marching, and catchy solos. The attendance was largo, and all thoroughly enjoyed the items presented.. At the close of the programme the Mayor thanked the performers for the artistic and pleasing evening, and his remarks were applauded to the echo. The Ladies' Patriotic Committee were the controlling factors in making the visit enjoyable to the Hawera visitors, ,who were hospitably entertained at the tearooms after the performance. The object of the entertainment—Red Cross funds—should receive a substantial lift. The committee are grateful to all who generously assisted by gifts o'f various kinds, thus keeping the expenses within reasonable bounds.

The Midhirst Town Hall also held a large audience last night, when a welcome home social was tendered Private T. J. Enwright, recently invalided.from the front. Mr. \V. Mount ford congratulated tlie soldier on his safe return and trusted he would soon enjoy his former good health. An illuminated address (the work of Mr. J. McAllister) was presenied to Private Emvright, wiio acknowledged the gift briefly, but feelingly. An enjoyable concert was given, sonc,v. etc., being contributed by Misses MHncr, P.o'wp, and lluse. and Messrs J. S. Rowo, R. .1. Peters. (!. T. Walters, and E. H. fJnnell. The entertainment was followed liv n'dance, which was also well nttended. and, despite the warm weather, keenly relished bv all. The bowlers used great discretion in the final -.inks to-day. There were few ••'burnt heads" in the closing stages, members keeping the clock steadily in view, and consequently there Were several off the ground* before the ''curfew hell" sounded (C> o'clock). Another young S*ratfordian U reported to have "gone west." Private S. F. Hancock, whose, parents reside in Juliet Street, being killed in action during October. Deceased Wt with Lord Liverpool's Own, and had seen a fair amount of service before receiving his fatal wounds. T. LAMASON'S WEEKLY REPORT.Last Saturday our usual weekly sale was held, when we had a very large entry of poultry, etc., 'for sale. Produce i« still in very short supply. We quoteTurkey gobbler* fls to 12= turkey hens «-: (o '7s, ducks is to 3s, hens Is' (Id to 3s. roosters )s il.l to S-. hrooe! ben and chicks Ss to Hi Gd. furniture and sundries at usual auction rates, T. La mason's usual auction sale is advertised for Saturday,, when his usual sale o f product ni-.-l poultry, etc., will be sold, There will also be a fin ■ lot. of ornamental and flowering plants for sale. Saturday, December R, 1017. is the I opening day of Charles E. James' Cliri-I-mas fair. 11k stocks are large and well bought Customers will find no diftle.ilty in sheeting that article needed for their Christmas gift to friends, either in jewellery, fancy goods, toys and books, or for travellers or smokers. C. E. James has a special system of storing and delivering on any date to anywhere any goods clio*en, so that customers can shop early and are relieved of any trouble. Shop now, shop early, shop often.*