ELTHAM.

Taranaki Daily News, 7 October 1919, Page 3

ELTHAM.

(All Communications, letters, etc., left with Mr. H. (J Carman, Bookseller, will receive prompt attention.) (From Our Own Correspondent.) Eltham, Oct. 5. The Kltham'Pipe Band is already making a mime for itself. A short programme wv.s given in Bridge Street on Saturday last, and, judging from the applause, was appreciated by the number of people who quickly assembled. The secretary (Mr. Tristram) informs me that an invitation has been received asking for their assistance in New Plymouth on Labor Day, and an elfort is to be made to attend. The train service, however, gives a very short stop. The band at present consists of eight pipers, drum major, and three drums, and should give a good account of themselves in the event of their coming. I noticed Dr. J. Fade, who has just returned to New Zealand, in town yesterday. He was looking the picture of health, and was busy looking up old friendß.

Speaking of doctors, quite a flutter was caused among the Friendly Societies by the action of Dr. Cooper in resigning his position as surgeon, and I believe some of the societies have already approached our new medico, Dr. Leeper, who is a returned man, having left New Zealand with the hospital ship Malieno and seen service in many parts, returning with the rank of major. The Foresters' Lodge, which has been running socials during the winter, has just renovated its hall, which, besides improving the appearance, should provide the public with a smart little hall for small gatherings.

It has been suggested that a Scotch gathering should be held here on Hallowe'en, which is a real Scotch liight. I think this is a good idea, and trust it will be taken up, as now the band is established the question of a Caledonian Society and sports night, should be discussed and something done towards a meeting during the holiday season. The town wants stirring up anyway, as we have to go afield at present for our amusement.

The Box Factory, since the railways resumed running, has been very busy, many of the men working overtime and huge quantities of timber coming forward.

A noticeable feature among the men fc the "Digger's hat," nearly all being returned men. AH the old hands are being reinstated as they arrive, and every chance of employment is given to a "Digger" first. This is as it should be, and I trust it will continue to be so.

The dairy factories are getting into full swing now. and very few men are to be met with out of employment. The Te Roti Factory is shortly to have new vats put in, the supply of milk having increased considerably over last season's.