STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 12 August 1918, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(From Our Own Correspondent.)' till communications, letters, etc., left Willi " Ur U. J. Hopkins, bookseller, will receive prompt 1 Htcnllou.J A. AND P. ASSOCIATION. Stratford, August 10. The monthly meeting of the A. and P. Association was held on Saturday. Present: Messrs J. W. Boon (chairmanl, H. Harrison, T. Kanford, C. Jackson, D. O'Suiiivaii, W. Huggett, H. N. Silt, J. M. Shorter, J. Omo«', lirown, T. PolJock, B. Orr. W. H. Rutled-o, G. Sangster, E. Dingle, and E. H. LiniieH. The executive reported on matters which had transpired since the last meeting of the General Committee. Mr. Boon moved the adoption of this report, and, in doing so, made a .special appeal to all to forward their subscriptions to the prize fund as soon as possible. Last year they had left it rather too late. This year the speaker ana Messrs C. Jackson, T. Ayhvard, and R. Dingle were appointed to canvass, and donations were coming m very well. Mr. C. Jackson said that those who thought any body was making money out of shows were making a big mistake. Those who succeeded in winning at competitions had heavy expenses, and it was scarcely fair that those who were put at the head of the different sections should be looked upon to pay.more than others. He thought that all those who were on the General Committee might very well make their subscription two guineas. It would not make much difference to the individual, but would have a big effect on the association's funds. The report was then adopted without discussion. The chairman moved—"That the report of the committee on the prize essay, "A. and P. Association and Its. Interests and benefits," open to all schools and carrying three prizes, should ■ be adopted. He thought it an excellent idea to advertise the show. The essays would be judged by the school inspector?, and, if possible, the winning essays would be published—Report adopted. A plan of the suggested ice cream and sweets stall, drawn by Mr. W. J. I.opdell, and to be erected at an approxij mate cost of £7B 10s, was submitted to the meeting. Mr. Linnell moved its acceptance, believing the outlay would be repaid within the first year. It would prove in asset instead of a liability. The chairman said the committee had decided to run the stall. The question was, whether they should erect a tent or bave > a substantial structure. Whilst he did not think they would cover the expense the first year, ho certainly thought it would be met in two years. Mr. Sangster was against increasing the overdraft. The chairman said that when the concerts were held it was understood' that the proceeds were to go to ground improvements. Forty pounds would go to kitchen improvements and £2O or so ' would go towards the cost of the suggested ice-cream stalls if the recommendation of the sub-committee was carried.—Report adopted. A plan of the side-shows allotment, also prepared by Mr. Lopdell. was cordially approved by members, it being pointed out that this would minimise any misunderstanding or unpleasantness on the part of visiting showmen Messrs Cresswell, E. Cole, and J. W. Henry were elected members, and F. J. Mackay elected on the General Committee. COPPER TRAIL. There were 20 present at the meeting of country people interested in the Copper Trail appeal now being launched in this district. Mr. E. Walter, convener of the meeting, was elected to the chair. In introducing the subject matter, the chairman stated that the town bas issued a challenge, and, through the dairy companies, the country had accepted, and it was up to those present to do their best to push matters ahead. He believed that if they organised the country forces thoroughly they would beat the town. Probably they would find big things going on at the Town Hall, and they (the countrv) would need to buckle to and set up committees to bring forward all means of securing a satisfactory figure. Thev should all do their best, individually and as a body. Mr. A. D. Stanley was elected secretary and Mr. A F. Grant treasurer, to the country funds. The town secretary (Mr. Cooper) stated that they had not made a start yet, but when things were under way they would once a week publish a complete list of all cash donations received. Also, permission would be sought to nave signs erected outside the post office indicating how the contest was going. Probably concerts and dances would be held, and on the final day. October 19, a big demonstration would be held m Broadway, at which both town and country would participate. Mr. J. S. Rowe, organiser, said they - were arranging a football sevcn-a-siae tournament, and probably a hockey tournament would also be decided. The Mayor said he thought they might elect a country committee, to keep closely in touch with tho town committee. Personally, he thought that many would give one guinea straight out rather than be bothered with buWn« tickets for this, that, and the other thing. Still, they should not drop that class of entertainment, as it appealed to many, but, in his opinion, was not patriotic. On behalf of the Ladies' Patriotic Committee, ho thanked the country people for taking up the challenge. (Applause.) Mr. Robson said they mieht interest the people of Whangamomona in the matter. He thought that right out to Tahora they would assist if approached in the proper spirit. Mr. Silk said he thought the dairy companies might assist. He noticed by that morning's News that the Mangorei Company had given £IOO, and he thought they might give a straight-out gift. Mr. R, Dingle: Would you favor your company giving £SOO. Mr. Silk: J would certainly favor £IOO. The meeting then proceeded to select committees as under:— WhangamomonaTahora, Messrs Robson and A. Klee; Puniwhakau and Tutnfawa, Messrs H. B. Worthington and Simpson; Cardiff, Messrs J. Belcher and J. Stewart: Ngaere, Messrs W. J. Morison nil Sim; Pukengahu, Messrs J. O'Neill and N. Brown; Douglas, Messrs E. Walter and A. Needham; Huiroa. Messrs E. J. Perrott and G. Rutherford; Wharehuia, | Messrs W. Wellington and W. Hoskins; Tarikl, Messrs A. & l*wrencA and. R

[io-kiii-,-, Hui.i!:r.ma, Me=*rs V. Nolan and O'Neill: Skinner K.uid, JWcsszs Phillips and Bennett; M.thoe, Jk-ssrs T. K. Anderson and anotiier; Lowgarth, Messrs W. Cray and another; Pembroke Road, Messrs Belcher and Mrs. Cuthbcrt; To Popu, Messrs T. Smith anu MacUie; Pohokura, Messrs R. M'Cluggagc and Pitkeathlcy; Makaiui, Messrs Ucnloul and Moimsey; Toko, Messrs W. H. Wore and M. Gernhoefer; Toko Road, Messrs E. Marfell and J. Lucuna; Muluirst, Messrs E. 11. Linnell and ti ForC'iisson. (/ Mr. Marfell stated that perhaps the Wlianganiomona County would prefer to take up similar work in their own county, and he thought that Mr. Walter, as chairman of this appeal, and al.-o of the Stratford County Council, should write Cr. M'Cutchan (Whangamomona Council) on the matter, and this Mr-. Walter agreed to do. In reply to another question, it was decided to confine the work to the Stratford and Whangamomona County Council boundaries. Messrs Walter, Dingle, Silk, Phillips, Were, Sangster, and Marfell were appointed a committee to deal with executive matters. Messrs Huggelt, Silk, Bones, aim Dingle, appointed by tho Stratford Dairy Company will look after the country interests on the outskirts of the borough. Mr. W r alter said they were anticipating a real good contest between Stratford and district. They must remember that the Red Cross were needing £73,000 each week, and the administration was carried out at the minimum post of 1J per cent. He trusted that at the close of the contest no one would be disappointed with the results. A vote of thanks to the chairman and one for the use of the rooms concluded a very interesting meeting. STANLEY ROAD CONCERT. Notwithstanding bad weather, the Stanley Road concert and dance, held last evening, proved a most enjoyable ■outing, and. after paying expenses, it 19 anticipated that £3O will be available for men in France, Egypt, and at the Aotea Convalescent Home, Cairo. As is usual with entertainments organised by Mrs. Sangster, a really good concert programme was submitted, encores being numerous. Those assisting in this direction were Mrs. Bennett, Miss Sangster, and Messrs B. J. Peters, W. H. Robinson, P. Aitken, and Allen. Quite a jfrominent part of the programme (and platform) was filled by. Mr. Foley. He gave a fine ventriloquist turn, then got his cornet going. A cake (donated by Mrs. Sangster) netted £lO. Other competitions resulted:—Doll (Mrs. MCracken), W. Fleming, lis fld; table centre (Mrs. Wellington), Mrs. Phillips, 7s: traycloth (Mis 3 Guppy), Mrß. W. Phillips, 13s Gd; cushion (Miss M'Cracken), Miss V. Sangster, 16s; aprons (Mesdames Sangster and Bretherton) realised 22s Cd. GENERAL. The Returned Soldiers' Association intend holding another of their enjoyabie socials at Kahouri Bridge Hall on Tuesday evening. These entertainments are being held to enable the Stratford branch to build up a fund to permit the returned soldiers of this district an opportunity of having a club meetinghouse, or quarters, on similar lines to .Vew Plymouth and nawera. The Lowgarth Dairy Factory meeting passed off very quietly. "Sweetly," as one member said. All shareholders appeared to be on good terms with each other. The annual report and balancesheet have appeared in these columns, and were adopted, after a little discussion. Messrs W. H. Reynolds, J. Richards, aud T. M'Whirter succeeded Messrs Hills, Phillips, and Jones on the directorate. • Mr. MTMahon was reelected chairman. To be a successful business man, one must have what the public wants and at a price that will satisfy the hunger. The success of C. E. James' jewellery warehouse lies in the good value he offers. Purchasers know from experience that goods secured here are all of the higliest grade in value and at prices that defy competition. At the present moment there are 1000 and 1 articles offering in gold, silver, and crockervware that are selling at pre-war prices.—Advt.