STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 4 March 1919, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(From ;i)oi«Own Correspondent.) (All fcmmunicttions. letters, etc, left with »r a j. Hopkins, bookseller, will receive iiroiupt attention.) A. AND P. EXECUTIVE. Stratford, March 3. A meeting of the executive of the Stratford A. and P. Aasociation was held on Thursday evening, when there were present: Messrs. J. W. Boon (president), E. Dingle, C. Jackson, H. H. Harrison, W. Pettigrew, A. Haggett, T. Readie and D. McMillan. The President, in moving that the committee place on record the valuable services rendered the Association by the ladies who did the catering, ran the sweet stall and helped in the produce shed, said too much praise could not be given to the ladies. The proceeds, including complimentary tickets, amounted to £202 8s 9d, and the expenses approximately £9O, thus leaving a credit balance of £ll2 8s 9d to add to the funds of the Association. The so't drink stall was also expected to show a handsome profit. The weight-guessing exceeded that of 1917 by over £9. Considering all things, the committee must congratulate themselves on the success attained. The following new members were elected: Messrs L. R. Gray, C. Rowson, Major Samuel, E. E. Hancock and W. Croot. Votes of thanks were accorded the railway officials for their work in connection with the arrival and departure of stock, and to the police for their control of the traffic on Show days. It was resolved to place on record the splendid assistance rendered by the ladies. The protest by T. Perry that the horses exhibited by S. Ga'dsby in the milk waggon classes did not conform to the conditions inasmuch as they were not shown attached to the waggon, was upheld. It was reported that Messrs A. A. Ward (Miro) and Ransford Bros. (Stratford) tied for the points prize in all cattle classes. THE SCHOOL CONCERT. The school concert held in the Town Hall on Friday night, proved a great success from every point of view, the hall being packed to overflowing and many being unable to obtain standing room. The entertainment was of a very high order, the little dots particularly reflecting great credit on both themselves and their teachers. The programme was as follows, every item being rendered by pupils of the school: Orchestral selection, chorus, "Nursery Rhyme," chorus by infants; song, "If You Please Miss, Give Me Heaven," Patty Childs and Edna Gray; recitation, "Little Miss Flos' Letter," Jean Moore; character duet. "I Didn't Want to Play in Your Yard," Jean and Joan Ward; recitation, "When I am Old," Helen McAllister; character song, "The Three Old Maids of Lee," Rita Grubb, Neine P.obson and Eileen Hodgson; pianoforte duet, Phyllis Weston and Marjorie Curd; one act drama, "The Mad Tea Party," the characters being taken as follows: The Hatter (Maida Ward), Doormouse (Dulcie Ncedham), March Hare (Aileen Hodgson), and Alice (Rita Grubb); chorus, "Come to the Window," Standard 11. pupils; "D'ince's Chorus" by pupils of Standard IV., V. and VI. The following took part: Eva Birkett, May i Penny, Beryl Masters, Aileen Hodgson,. Maida Ward, Rita Edgecoinbe, Mary McCluggagc; Ross Kelly, Clarence Dudding, Trevor Ward, Ronald Peters, Colin Grubb, Hunter Smart. Guy Richardson, Joe Hignett, Harry Davies. The second half was opened by the orchestra. Then followed "Caller flerrin," a chorus by Nellie Robson, Aileen Hodgson, Rita Gmbb, Rita Edgecombe, Maida Ward, Gretchen Cramer, Elsii' Tissiman, Phyllis Weston, Alice Hignett, Kathleen Crawford, Keiths. Cramer, Eileen Foster; a lull-a-bye "Dolly's Mamma," by Standard 111. pupils, Alice Hale, Jean Jardine, Nancy Lawrence and chorus. A number of senior pupils gave a patriotic chorus "When the Boys in Khaki All Come Home." An instrumental item was rendered by Nellie Wilson (piano), Stanley Wilson (violin), Kenneth Wilson (violin). "Welcome Anzacs." a patriotic item, was given by Guy Richardson, Joe Hignett, Harry Davies and chorus. An exhibition of Swed.sh drill was given by the following: Willie Wilson, Colin Grant, Noel Childs, Job Henry, Stanley Mayenburg, Ivan Hewitt, Alec. Fulcher, Leslie ByTon. Frank Alger, Arthur Collins, John Brookes, Cecil Burgess, Laurie Martin, Carl Brieoman. Several spirited choruses were given by the senior pupils, avid the National Anthem concluded the entertainment. During the interval Mr R. Masters, chairman of the Education Board, thanked the audience for their attendance and congratulated the committee and teachers on the excellence of the entertainment which had resulted in the school's funds benefiting to the extent of £35. HYDRO-ELFCTRIC LEAGUE. A meeting of Ihe committee of the Taranaki Hydro-electric league was held ' at thi Borough Chambers this afternoon, when there were present: Messrs. J. W. McMillan (chairman), J Clarke and R. 11. Hartley (New Plymouth), Walter (Stratford" County), McPhillips (Wai- ■ mate West County), J. Sturrock (Ha- : wera Borough), n.nd P. Skoglund (secret- . ary) It was resolved to take udvan- ; tage if the proposed visit of the Minister of Public Works to Taranaki to arrange a deputation to urge upon him the claims of Taranaki in connection with the hydroelect, ic development. From the tenoc of the discussion it was evident that those present considered that if the Minister's reply was not favorable advantage should be taken of the Act. to form an electric board for the whole of Taranaki. GENERAL. | Mr. Harris, inspector of noxious weeds here, is shortly relinquishing that, position, having joined the experimental branch of the Agricultural Department, under Mr. J. W. Deem. Mr. T. Mel'liiUips, chairman of ihe Waimate West County Council, paid a visit 1o Ihe Model Daily Farm here today. A start is to be made next month with the Waimate West experimental area, which is to be run by a. committee set up by Hie Waimate West County Council, <in conjunction with the Agricultural Department. Mr. W (i. Fargie, who returned from Pale.3t'iie recently, brought with him a handsome door rug, which was taken from a Turkish general's tent. The nig, which is about iOft. by sft., and is of beautiful design and very heavy, is on view in the H.B. window. Ths main roll in connection with the Stratford municipal elections has now closed. It contains 1700 names.

The Municipal Band is meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) night to farewell ita

conductor—Mr. F. L. Spurdle—who is leaving for Hustings. February was a very dry month in Stratford, rain totalling 2.44 indies falling on ft days, and of this over half (1.34 inches) fell on February 12. Thj secretary of the Whangamomona Settlers' Association lias received notification from the Minister of Public Works that lie will visit Whangamoinoua at the end of March. The Minister of Lands has been invited to accompany him. As Mr. E. Newland (Wharehuia) was proceeding home along the Beaeonsfield Road yesterday the horse he was driving came down, and Mr. Newland's little son was thrown to the ground, sustaining a dislocated shoulder. The child was attended to by Dr. Steven. ' As the result of a collision on Sunday evening between a motor-car and a trap, on the Mountain Road, Mr. W. Robin-] i son, driver of the former, sustained a 1 fractured jaw and facial injuries, nece3si- j fating his removal to the hospital. The car was also damaged Mr. L. Baskin, of M.dhirst, driver of the trap, escaped injury. Mr. H. Burmester has received advice that nia son, Staff-Sergeant R. H. Burmestar, will arrive in New Zealand byj the Athenic, which is expected about March 20 The executive of the Stratford Gunj Club met on Saturday, when it was decided to hold the "opening shoot of the season on March 20. It was resolved to placa on record the club's regret at the loss of Messrs. F. Collins, J. Wbeeler and A. Scott—prominent members, who died of influenza. A novice event for Mr. C. Jackson's trophy and an open handicap for Mr. F. Whittle's trophy will be the principal competitions. Mr. Boyd, who has been appointed Presbyteiian missioner at Whanjamomona in succession to Rev. Nome, has arrived and takeu up his duties. Th.f. evening train from New Plymouth was over an hour late in reaching Stratford this evening. The delay was caused, it_is understood, by engine trouble, the trip between Leppertou and higlowoodj taking an hour and a quarter. Tie engine stopped once en route, but managed to get going again. When neariug luglewoocl a curve on the hill proved too l much, and half the train was detached from the rest and taken to Inglewood, an jrgin» from the tiain which leaves hero (when on ;.me) shortly after four miming down and bringing in the bal-1 anc:>. The mail train also arrived here about 25 minutes late. In Broadway there is a shop that is always attractive. Goods are displayed in a tasteful manner, the quality is of the best, and the prices lowest on tiie market. This combination is hard to beat nnd is the secret of the great success Attained by Mr. C. E. James. This is no wild statement but a fact. Just now he is offering a wide range of ladies' handbags that are exceptionally good value, whilst his crockery and antimony ware is worthy of particular attention.—Advt.