DISTRICT NEWS.
WAI-TOI-TOI. (From Our Own Correspondent). The local school was to have re-assembled this, :u, but, acting on instructions from tha Hc:uDepartment, the Board have decided not to ve-open the schools in the district till further notice, as a precautionary measure against ths spread of influenza, a course which, in view of last year's epidemic is no doubt a most wise measure. The Taranaki Jockey Club's meeting, which opens on Wednesday, is suro to attract a larce number of visitors from this end, more especially «3 some of the best horses in New Zealand are engsiffed. Our local representative. kiko Klko, by Gravitation, is runninc and a win for Mr. W. Gordon-Glassforfl would be well received by local sportsmen. Those who do not own ears of their own will have ample means of getting to New Plymouth as Mr. Hamiblin, besides runninp tho usual motorbus, has now put on a fine Hudson car, whilst Mr. Chas. .Tohnson also has a daily car ser Vs' llldeiiendent of tho usunl A wakiflo mail Kagwort is now coming into full bloom, and though it lias not got a very strong hold in this vicinity, it is up to nil of us to keep it in check as much as possible, for once it sets established it takes some eradicating.' There is another and even more dangerous customer that has to be wacthed very closely and that is the dreaded Callfomian thistle und 1 bave heard of one or two little patches which have made their appearance. Buyers of seerj oats and grass seed should examine them carefully, as last season I was shown a samplo of seed oats which was well sprinkled with Callfomian thistle seed. Fortunately, the sower of the seed noticed it In time, and thus saved himself endless trouble. Another farmer, who had ordered a quantity of Lotus Major seed, has since found out that he has a good showing of birds' foot, trefoil, but not one Toot of Lotus Major can he discover in the paddock laid down. Now that Mr. Massey has practically full control of tho steering wheel of the State motor ear, some of Ills supporters would be pleased if he save it a thorough overhauling, and, by discarding the old and worn-out parts and carefully examining and lubricating those that are not working too smoothly, get everything iu order for the troublous times ho will have to face during tho next three years. For instance, the returned soldiers and others would appreciate it if he gave tho Lands PuTchr.se Department his personal attention, and changed ! the present "go-slow" policy into one of a little more buslness'-like activity. Whaterc>r may havo been the intentions of those who , framed the Act dealing with this matter. It is I certain that, as at present, carried out, the system is somewhat of a farce, and tho continual expressions of disapproval from all parts of the Dominion go to show that there is something radically wrong. On the 26th a troupe of visiting Maoris gave a very successful evening's entertainment in the Urenul Hail. There was a fair attendance and the various songs, etc., were well received by the audience. At the conclusion of the performance a few hours' dancing was indulged in, Mr D George officiating as M.C. in his usual capable ironnner. It is generally acknowledged that there Js more lobulation Taranaki tban in
any other portion of the Dominion. In this district alone (and there are, no doubt, others with even a bigger record) taking a radius of threa miles from the Wal-toi-tol factory, there have been no lees than nine farms, varying In area from 800 to 40 acres, which have changed hands within the past few months, and, from all accounts, this number Is likely to be Increased In the near future. These properties have mostly all been sold at big advances on the amount the previous owners paid for them, so that. If speculation Is any indication of progress, we ought to be going ahead. That the Urcnui Cricket Club's vtln over Albion W9B np fluke was borne out on Thursday last when they defeated Waireka. The small scoring on both sides Is accounted for by the ljumpy state of the wicket, though C. Wilson Imoekod up over half a century In his second innings. Till they get accustomed to his bowling, most of the teams will find O'Neill's left handed deliveries rather puzzling—and ho should come out with a good average. I understand that efforts are ,belng made to secure a decent pitch for the forthcoming match with New Plymouth, the result of which will bo watched with Interest. , On Friday evening last a number of Wal-tol-tol residents journeyed to Pukearuhe to attend the welcome home social to the soldiers, which was held In the schoolroom. During the evening, Mr. H. Wells presented Mr. J. Cartwrlght with a medal, which was pinned ton by Mrs. W. Freetli. The medals for the i other boys (who were unavoidably absent) I were handed over to their friends. Dancing | and singing were indulged in during the evening, and all present enjoyed themselves most thoroughly. The proceeds ate to be handed over to the 801 l of Honor Fund. The date for holding the Urenui Athletic Sports has been altered from February 26 to March 12. PUNGAREHU. (From Oar Own Correspondent). ' Those responsible for the holding of the social and dance la aid of the Pungarehu candidate for the Opunake Queen Carnival, have every reason to feci satisfied with the patronage accorded on Tuesday evening, the « ,S nuary ' There were over 150 present. A willing band of workers had, during the day, decorated the ballroom very effectively. Tho music was supplied by Mr.* -E. Pone who ably fulfilled these duties, Mrs. W. b! Wright and Mr. J. Orbell assisting with extras. Mr. T. Barrett was Indefatigable as M.C. During the oveulng a most boijnUful supper wa* provided, being greatly enjoyed by all. Immediately after, dancing was again resumed and, so willing were the dancers, that it was well on to 3 a.m. on Wednesday that the function was brought to a close. The comlS?:'."vf, th ® energetic eeoretary (Mi. W. J. Wright) are to be congratulated on the successful results. The now well recdgntsedl fa,et that the Pungarehu hall badly needs enlargement was particularly noticeable on this occasion and it la to be hoped steps will be taken immediately to remedy this serious drawback An early arrival in ;he vegetable world this year Is the mushroom, some flne specimens having been collected by local residents As a rule people do not look for these delicacies until early in March. Presumably the hot weather and the recent light rains have been, instrumental in forcing thorn, yet they aT& of fair size and excellent appearance Mr, „ EU Ta y'W' who had his foot injured the other week while at work on the farm is now reported to be Improving. ' w - , J - Wright, who also met with a slight accident recently, is getting along well After a few days spent at Pungarehu, Mr. h. Walker, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. S Armstrong, has returned to Wanganui. On Sunday, the Ist February, a Methodist service was conducted In the local church by Mr. Hughson, of Rahotu. The Eev. Father Doolaghty conducted the service nt the Catholic Church. A small specimen of the most dangerous of all fish (tho octopus) was caught by samo local residents the other Sunday. It is expected that the work of Improving tho by-roads will be commenced shortly ' Another welcome fall of rain took plice on Saturday last. There Is now every prospect of .a good autumn, while swede crops for winter feed have benefitted considerably There ore also some splendid crops of oats to be seen in the coastal districts, and many are regretting that they did not put a larger area under cultivation. The tests at the various dairy factories along the coast are turning out satisfactory, and give promise of exceeding those recorded at the end of the season last year. It is expected that tho effect of the recent rain on pastures will be the checking of the decrease in the milk supply to dairy factories, although the checlc will only be temporary owing to it being now late In the mllfclne season. 6
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