STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 30 May 1918, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(l'rom Our Own Correspondent.) I All communicatious, letters, etc., left with Mr. H. J. Hopkir.s, bookseller, will I receive prompt attention.] Stratford, May 29. A distressing accident that had fatal results occurred at Toko on Monday. From what can be gathered, Clarence Darcy Rogers, aged 18 years, whose parents reside at Douglas, was engaged in stumping at Mr. J. Listers farm. Whilst working at a tree it fell and a limb struck Rogers, who was seen to be badly hurt. He was removed to the Stratford hospital, where he received prompt attention. Yesterday, Rogers became worse, and the end came last night. An inquest will be held to-morrow morning. The promoters of the A. and P. Association have prepared a programme that Should prove very pleasing to patrons. Prices for admission are very liberal, ■whilst £1 I 3 goes to the holder of the Successful souvenir programme. Mr. Frank Ranford wll be heard in a bright and breezy budget of c'omedy, whilst his comrade, Mr. iPeter Edie, should also have no difficulty in securing hearty laughter whilst on the boards. The other performers are all noted for the excellence of their itemß and should also score successes.

Hon. G. W. Russell is expected in Stratford to-morrow (Thursday). In the afternoon he will receive a deputation from the Hospital Board, when probably he will be asked to push on some matters the board desires should be attended to. The delay in installing the hotwater system will cost the board much more than if undertaken twelve months or so back, when first mooted by the board. Later on in the afternoon the Minister will be waited upon by the Borough Council, when the Mayor wll probably bring before the Minister several matters that will interest ratepayers. One of the latest victims of ths fighting in France is Private C. H. Witt, killed in action on May 10. Deceased left with the 33rd Reinforcements, and hp.d only been eight days in France when he met his death. Prior to enlistment Witt was a borough council employee and well-esteemed by his comrades. He leaves a wife and daughter to mourn their loss. Deceased was also a member of the local Salvation Army, who greatly deplore the loss of a comrade who was ever ready to do his best in the Army work. The long winter evenings are to handSo those who find time tedious will be pleased to learn that Mr. C. E- James has just opened up some fine winter pastimes—games that will instruct the child and interest the parent. Those who enjoy a good book can obtain great variety here, whilst if in search of a holiday, wedding, or christening gift, you will certainly find same amongst the many thousands of articles on sale at C. E. James's warehouse.—Advt.