LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Taranaki Daily News, 4 October 1919, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Sir James Alien stated at Christchurch on Thursday that the first volume of the history of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force was in the hands of the publishers. It dealt with the campaign on GaHipoli and had been compiled by Major F. Waite.

Those interosfe~d in apiary work will have an opportunity of witnessing tiie process of feeding and handling bees at "Maranui" to-morrow, when Major Sandford, secretary of the local Beekeepers' Association, will give a demonstration at 3 p.m.

iSeveral Taranaki soldiei's who returned to New Zealand by the Adolph Woermunn reached their homes yesterday. Some arrived by the afternoon train and others by the mail train aj; night. The Mayor was present on the station to welcome the men.

When the question of a memorial to Old Boys of the New Plymouth High School who fell in the war was being discussed by the members of the Old Boys' Association last night, Mr N. Day said the bovs in the school sit present were quite enthusiastic in the matter'. Tlie idea was that each boy should be responsible for £1 and that meant at least £3OO from the present pupils. Boxes were erected in the class-rooms, and donations were being placed in them from time to time.

The tactics of some people who have occasion to pass toll-gates was the subject of a reference by the Clifton. County engineer in his' report to the council yesterday. Mr Dowsett said: "The public must realise that credits are not allowed, and if 'rush' tactics arc adopted the council will use its powers and keep the gate closed." Mr Dowsett supplemented his report with a remark to the effect that those tactics had already been adopted in some instances.

Special interest was attached to the arrival of details ex Adolph Woermanu who came by train at Hawera yesterday morning from Wanganui, in that with them was Captain Kaueh, M.C., who was returning after four years' active service, during which he secured promotion to his captaincy and also had the distinction of winning the Military Cross. Others who came on the train were Sergt. Whyte, Rifleman Baldwin (Mokoia), and Private Sargent. On behalf of the people of the district the Mayor (Mr E. Dixon) briefly gave a cordial welcome to all the returned men, congratulating them on their safe return to New Zealand, and hoping that they would soon settle down again to conditions in the Dominion. He specially mentioned Captain Ranch, of whom the town of Hawera and its people should be proud. He also welcomed the English wives, who had come overseas, and trusted they would enjoy life under the somewhat altered conditions, and speedily make happy homes for themselves. Hearty cheers were given for the men and also specially for the wives. Members of the Women's National Bcserve were at the station and supplied refreshments to all the returned travellers who were going north. — Star.

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The public are offered an unusual treat to-morrow (Sunday afternoon). The Citizens' Band will play a special programme of music at Pukekura Park, commencing at 3 p.m., after hearing which visitors may repair to Mr Newton King's lovely gardenß at "Brooklands," with its great show of giant calceolarias, etc., thence through the native bush to "Maranui," with its wealth of tree ferna and flowering shrubs and unique views. The band's programme includes the overture, "The Silver Trumpets" (Viviani), the quickstep "One of the Best" (Rimmer), the cornet solo "When you look in the Heart of the Rosc"(Mcthven). Motor ears can be left in the drives at "Brooklands" or "Maranui."

The transport AdoJph Woermann left Plymouth on August 14, and had a line-weather run across the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico to Colon, where coal supplies were taken in hand. Whilst the vessel was at Colon, tiie residents gave the troops a good time. One party was afforded facilities for visiting the jungle a few miles out of the town. The passage of the Canal was enjoyed by all on ooard. Warm weather was experienced on the Atlantic side, but the weather generally was on the cool side crossing the Pacific. Fine weather was experienced up till September 25, but Irom that uate to her arrival here heavy westerly and northwasterly gales were experienced. Concerts were held every week, and during the run across the Pacific a revue entitled "El Colona, or the Marriage Market," was produced under the direction of Mrs Kussell, a lady passenger with a knowledge of stage work. The performers included several of the military officers, Lieutenant Clark as Pedro being notably successful in the chief comedy role. The revue ran for a season of four nights—the first three for n.c.o.'s, the men, and the crew, and on the final night for officers, their wives, and passengers. The health of the troops throughout tie voyage was good. When six days out from Plymouth, one of the ship's firemen, said tojbe either a Dutchman or a Belgian, mysteriously disappeared during the night, and it was supposed that he either fell or threv) himself averfboarcL

The Melbourne, Ltd., have in stock a limited quantity of men's heavy-weight President braces, genuine Shirley make at 4s Cd per pair. As these goods are still advancing in price an early call is advisable.

Persons requiring an up-to-date car for hire will find full satisfaction by securing the services of R. J. Penticosts' new machine. The service will be available day or night, and as Mr Pentecost is well known as a most courteous and reliable man, he is bound to give complete satisfaction. Particulars are advertised. , The Ladies' Guild connected with St. Andrew's Parish, Inglewood, have long been preparing for the sale of work to be held next Wednesday as advertised in our columns. Their objective is to reduce the debt on the Vicarage, end they Jiope that there will be many who will assist to make the effort a huge success. Country parishioners are reminded of the country and produce stalls '.o which they usually contribute. The ''Christmas Tree" is a special feature, and there should be much merriment during the evening.