STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 24 August 1918, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(From Our Own Correspondent.!

tAll communications, letters, etc., left wllh tlr 11. J. Kopklni, bookseller, will receive grompl ttlonttoo-i

COPEER THAI!/

August 21. It 13 very pleasing to notico that the country folks have taken up the proposed Copper Trail challenge with enthusiasm, and indications point to the results coming up to anticipations. The townsfolk, however, require something ;n the nature of a. galvanic shock to get taem moving. Some business men, witn sons at the front, have so far refrained from attending any meetings, and it is ateo noticeable that the return' j ed soldier, now fairly .plentiful in the district, has also failed to come along and help to create that enthusiasm that goes so far to ensure success. It the parent and also the returned soldier fails to recognise the value of the effort then they are settin" an example that may reasonably be followed. The men on the committee and their organiser are striving to Uo their utmost but they need the help and co-operation of every citizen. All recognise the value of the Red: Crosa workers, but unfortunately there are far too many who are content to do the shouting and leave the work to the other man. Whilst everyone is induicd with the nircessity of winning tlie war. It cannot !"• any sketch of imagination be sard that all are keen on assisting any patriotic movement. Granted that the calls are frequent, so long aa the mo to secure funds one must not com, n.but whereever possible should contribute and do. so cheerfully. The man with the substantial rent roll, the farmer with his and the wage-earner are all called u;>on to assist. From next Saturday till October al! are desired to do their best, but in the meantime the promoters have received little encourasement. and this from quarters where it should have been forthcoming. There is ample time for the town to demonstrate that they are just as eairor as tlte country to support what is admitted throughout the world as the most. noWe effort connected with the wst. hut they must not tarry. The secretary of the .xmntrv section of , the CoppeT Trail (Mr. A. D. Stanley) re--11 ports wrv promising results have al--11 ready been secured. They (the coun- . try) are not making any noise, bnt i&- . tend to get there just the saints I Stratford, August 23.

Xgaere folks entered largely into the spirit of the fancy dress dance held there on Wednesday. The hall was crowded, but the '■• lenses must have been heavy, as the no. results are stated to be £3 14s 7d, which are to go to the Copper

Trail. As is usual, the ladies took the greatest interest in the fixture, and are to be complimented on the ingenuity displayed. There were girls dressed as French, Italian, ai'' English types, and a Dutch frau ivn also noticeable Fairies were to be seen swinging in the same circle as the humble housemaid, whilst 80-peep and a gipsy girl exchanged confidences with Robin Hood and Charlie Chaplin. Two prizes were given, the awards being by vote, and resulted in Misslfaigh ("Highland lassie") topping the poll for ladies rind >fr. A. Elgar soorimr (i popular win for gentlemen as '"Miss oT)ea." The music was provided by the Foster Bros.. Fltham. Toko settlers will soon be buy as farmers, but they are making the most of the few days remaining by holding their social fairly frequently. The next fiaie-

rion is for Tueseday evening, when a farewell is being tendered Miss 1.. M. Spenee. Right through ihe winter it has been welcoming or farewelling the man in khaki, and the success of these gatherings is attributable mainly to the support accorded by the ladies. Now the

latter are farewelling one of their com

rades, who has been deservedly popular luring her stay there, and it is up to ill the men in the district to attend on Tuesday evening. The very favorable criticism by the Daily News of the Cappelli entertainment ha? awakened considerable interest in the appearance of that talented company here- tomorrow (Saturday), and it is very safe to anticipate a good house and cordial reception. The P.P.A. social held in the Foresters' Hall last evening attracted a large attendance, the floor being overcrowded. During the evening the president (Mr. J. H. Thompson) introduced the Rev. Howard Elliott. The latter, in a 20-minute speech, covered a good deal of ground very interesting to members, being frequently applauded. Vocal items were contributed by Mrs Hollands, Miss Jackson, and Messrs B. J. Peters. J. S. Howe, recitation by Mis;- Howe, piano solo by Afiss Kebson, and duet (piano and by the Misses Hopkins. The duties of Mr were entrusted to Mr. H. >.etson, whilst the Al music was by Mr. C. H. Fox. \n accident of rather serious character occurred between Midhirst and Stratford last evening, when a man named Fisher was knocked down by a motor-car and received injuries necessitating his removal to the Stratford Hospital, From what can he gathered, the incident was purely accidental, as a car pulled off the crown of the road to allow another car going in the opposite direction to cross. Before the car giving way could Tegaiii the middle of the road, it struck Fisher, whose tallv of injuries includes a broken shoulder-blade, a liadlv-l.ruiscd outside surface and internal injuries. Dr. Steven, medical superintendent, attended to the sufferer. It will he remembered that at the annual meeting of the Patriotic Society Mr. Boon drew attention to returned soldiers having taken up land on Croydon Road and having no access to their property. This has been brought under the attention of the Minister, who has requested suggestions from Mr. YV- P. Kirkwood, chairman of the War Relief Association, to tide the men over the difficulty. Mr. Kirkwood has replied, stating that a few chains of fascines over the swamp will help to give access pending formation of roads. Juvenile golf players will have control of the Patriotic Tea Rooms and Shop to-morrow (Saturday). It should be understood that the'charge for refreshments is now fid, as charged elsewhere. Now is the time to purchase chinaware at prices much below value. Leather goods, particularly handbags and purses, at prices that defv competition; jewel-

'err (gold and silver ware) in great variety ar.d at city prices; toys and ',u;ev soods cnually cheap. Onlv at C. R. .Tames', the man who caters for dad ind the hoy, mother and curly looks Hut at James'; save money and get =a ti 'faction.—Advt. T. LAMASONTS WEEKLY RETORT. Last Saturday my waal weekly sale was held, wheii a very good entry of poultry came to hand. I quote as follows:—Hens 2s to 4s Gd, ducks 3s to 4s, rooster* 29 Cd to 6a; jotatoesi, 16s to 13*

sack: apples, .Is to 10s, according to quality and size of case. Furniture aud sundries at usual rates. T. Lamason's sale is advertised for tcV morrow, when his usual sale of poultry,* furniture, and sundries will be offered for sale;