STRATFORD.
(From our Own Correspondent.)' [All communications, letters, etc., bft with Mr. 11. J. Hopkins, bookseller, will .receive prompt attention.] CHARGE OF THEFT. Stratford, Dec. 15. At tlie S.M. Court this, morning, before Messrs J. Masters and S. B. Hunter, J.P.s, an elderly man named Tom Carter, arrested last night, was charged with the theft of a lady's handbag containing IKs lid. Sergeant Dale conducted the case and stated that Miss Beauchamp, whilst returning homo at Huiroa on the afternoon of the 12th, dropped her handbag on the roadside. Accused was seen to ivalk down the road shortly afterwards, and later in the evening Mr. Beauchamp interviewed Carter, who stoutly denied having picked up the bag. He attempted to throw the blame on to another man, who, lie said, had gone on ahead of, him. Accused left Huiroa on the Lift by train for Stratford, and on the polictfreeciving information from Mr. Beauchamp, accused was again interviewed, and again denied picking up the b&g. He was asked to account for 12s found in his possession, and stated lie had the day before, received .-CI from a man named McOrath, Midhirst, and the V2s was a portion of that money. The police were shout to verify the statement when Carter admitted that lie did pick up the bag, taking the 18s (id and throwing the' bag in the fern on the roadside. The' police had no knowledge of any previous, convictions against accused,
The Bench convicted accused, who vas ordered to refund the 12s found in his possession and to repay the balance.
Accused stated he had been engaged bv the Public Works Department for nbout eight years. He was now out of work and had nothing in bis possession.
Mr. Masters stated that in thsse times no man ,need be out of work. There was plenty of work in the district. Accused stated he had only been out of employment for a few days. Mr. Masters: There is something wrong. I hope you take my advice and get back to work as soon as you can. .PRESENTATION. At the close of the executive meeting of the A. and P. Association the members adjourned to Smith's tea-rooms, where Mr. R. Masters (treasurer) presented the president (Mr. J. W. Boon) with a gold-mounted fountain pen as a small token of recognition of the very fine work done on behalf of the association by Mr. Boon. The speaker was only voicing the opinion of others who took an active part in the affairs of the association when he expressed appreciation of the whole-hearted manner in which Mr. Boon had fulfilled the duties of president. The executive fully appreciated the way in which Mr. Boon had surmounted difficulties, and it was due in a large measure to the enthusiasm and untiring efforts of the president that the show was made one of the most successful in the history of the association. He trusted Mr. Boon would sustain the lively interest he had shown in association affairs. Other members of the executive endorsed the remarks of the treasurer. Mr. Boon feelingly acknowledged. He had had a very strenuous time, but was glad to record the loyal support of his executive and general committee, who were always willing to assist him. His association with the society had been very pleaasnt, and he heartily thanked the members for their kindly action. A. AND P. ASSOCIATION. The president (Mr. J. W. Boon) prosided at the meeting of the general committee held this afternoon. Mr. Boon said it was gratifying to know that the recent show had proved a very great success. They had had a great many difficulties to contend with, but despite these the results must have proved very gratifying to all interests. They were very fortunate in being favored with fine weather before and during the show. This assisted them greatly in pushing matters ahead. Probably * the biggest trouble they had was the preparation of cattle pens. Owing to lack of accommodation the stewards had an anxious time. More pens were necessary. There were very few complaints, and the judging was very prompt. He briefly referred to the work of the ladies. Experience had shown that before the ladies take on the work of catering next year more kitchen accommodation would be necessary. The result of the ladies' Work in this connection resulted in £l3O going to the credit of the association. The butter-fat competition was a very popular one, and in this connection certificates for value in positions gained in the competition had been forwarded to N Messrs Ward and pennett. Mr. Linnell referred to the cramped condition of the home industries, which, in the woTds of one of the ladies interestid, was something approaching a jumble sale. He thought that no showman should be allowed in the same room.
Mr. R. M«K. Morison said it was an error of judgment in cramping the home industries and allowing showmen in the vicinity. It was no desire of the association to crowd the home industries, which they rather wished to encourage.
Mr. R. Masters said they should give every encouragement to exhibitors. Attention to details made the association.
Mr. Orr said it was disappointing that there were mistakes in the schedule, which became confusing to owners of stock. They should carefully revise the same before next year.
Mr. C. Jackson congratulated the president on the excellent results secured. He had never seen the farmers so keen and willing to assist. This, coming on top of the expressions of many that farmers and others were too busy, was very pleasing to the officials. The cattle section was remarkable for quality as well as quantity, and the horse section was also well represented. There was urgent need for more pens, and some required raising and others replacing. Working bees were necessary during the year. He thought they might also bring the sheep pens nearer the Holstein cattle section, and provide more room" for the horses.
Mr. R. Dingle said they might very well follow the lead of the ladies regarding a clean-up. The ladies had had a very strenuous time, but the day after the show they had cleaned up everything. The men should do the same thing, and if they gave half a day following the show it would be of great assistance in putting things in their proper place. The stewards of each section should see to these details and so save a lot of bother. He thought a greater control should be exercised over the showmen, who were inclined to be careless in allowing their horses to wander about, to the danger of more valuable stock.
Mr. Orr endorsed Mr. Dingle'B remarks concerning the showmen. ' Mr. J. B. Richards said the associa-
tion might giv.; a little more Intention to the sheep section. There was great scope in the country here, and if breeders only realised it the position would improve. Ha had made previous efforts in Ibis direction, and thought that, Ifto. water dripping on a, stone, persistence might make farmers realise the value in sheep. The president said they had improved the prize-list at the show, and Mr. C. McLaren had promised a 15 guineas cup in this section.
The secretary reported 'he had written the Railway Department and the sergeant of police congratulating tlicm on the care and -attention given to stock and patrons of the association. The Railway Department acknowledged the letter, appreciating its tone. Mr. .1. Patterson, Bird road, thanked the association for the care given the pigs exhibited by him. Letters were also received from the following judges: Mr. Galliehan (cattle), who said the Stratford show was a wonderful one, considering its seven years' existence. S. G. Fantham (sheep) thought more accommodation might be given to the He had been well pleased with his treatment. Mr. Xorthcott (Worses) said he was agreeably pleased at the show and offered bis congratulations. Mr. W. B. Guy (pigs) said lie found the stow well up to standard in all classes of stock. H. ft iHi eg and E. Morgan (Ayrshire*) also added their praise, the latter stating in his •letter that the show wa3 one of the best in the Dominion. ,
The secretary submitted the following figures (approximate) of the late show and for that of 1916: Side shows £SB 11W6. £01), weight-guessing £2-1 (£-2.1 7s 3d), privileges £35 (£23), gates £24S His 3d (£244 Is), members' stand £9 (£lO ]2s Cd), catalogues £0 2s (£lO 14a), entrance fees £230 17s 6d (£HiS 13s), subscriptions £507 7s fld s (£CB2 Is (id), luncheons £ll4 ISs, afternoon teas £SO 10s 3d.
There lias been a steady demand for the seasonable gifts on sale at C. E. James' jewellery warehouse. The stoek nvailable for selection is easily the best procurable in Taranaki, and patrons from all parts of the province are participating in the good things. A word to the wise, inspect C. E. James' goods before purchasing elsewhere*
This is a jewellery Christmas. From youth to old age the jeweller furnishes you with love's offerings and mementoes of the brightest, best, and most honorable events of our lives. The jewel as a gift since time immemorial has been the emblem of deepest affection. You will be rewarded by an inspection of tlie most useful and appropriate season's gifts now displayed at the premises of B?n. J. Peters, jeweller, Broadway, Stratford. Shop early and at your l"isure* / -
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