STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 5 March 1920, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(From Our Ottft Correspondent.) (All communications, letters, tie,, left with lit. H. 1, Hopkins, bookseller, will recelte prompt attention.) , March 4. At the re-checking of marks awarded candidates at the recent Junior National Scholarship examination, it was found that an error had been made in those allotted to Miss Mary B. 10i: patrick, of Toko, Stratford. The recount showed that this candidate had won a scholarship >f the value of £4O annually, tenable for three years. Miss Kilpatrick was a pupil of Mr. A- Allen, who has just left the Toko School after a term of sixteen years. Mr. Arthur Nelson, of the firm of Nelson and Green, Stratford, had the misfortune to sustain a fracture of his left leg, near the ankle, while loading timber in Portia. Street, last evening. He received medical attention, and was then sent to the public hospital.

A motor cyclist had a narrow escape from serious "injury at the intersection of Began Street and Broadway, yesterday. Ho was travelling at a fairly fast pace when he collided with a taxi, but although his machine was badly damaged, no one was hurt. Arrangements in connection with the visit of the Prince of Wales to Stratford will be discussed at a public meeting to-morrow (Friday) eveming. All citizens are invited to attend. The outbreak of influenza appears to have been slightly checked as far as Stratford is concerned. The number of new cases reported is comparatively small, and at present only one Influenza patient is in,the hospital. The medical superintendent (Dr. Steven) hopes to close the ward shortly, if the position continues to improve. Mr D. ?!alonc, of Kiverlea, has received a cheque for two guineas from the New Zealand Jersey Breeders' Association as a bonus for his cow, Passion Creeper (Peggy's CampanilePassion Flower III.) To qualify for her certificate she required to produce 850 lbs. of butter-fat, and whilst under test she produced 10,721.21b5. of milk, making 551.701b5. in 365 days. A verr successful "Mothers' Meeting" was held at the local Salvation Army Hall yesterday afternoon, between 70 acd 80 mothers heing present. Short addresses of special interest to mothers were delivered by Captain Brown, the ffev. O W. Howard (Anglican) and Rev. J. W. McKenzie (Presbyterian). During the evening a song was contributed by Mrs. Adams and tea was handed round. T lte meetings will be continued every Wednesday afternoon.

WEDDING BELLS'. A quiet but pretty wedding itook place at the Holy Trinity Church, Stratford, on Wednesday, the Rev, Howard officiating. The contracting parties were Lieutenant Melville Andrews, of the Royal Air Force, and son of Mr and Mrs. 0. Andrews, of Palmerston North, and Hiss Eileen Lynch, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lynch, also o'f Palmerston North, and late of Asliurst. The bride, who was given away by her mother, looked charming in a dress of ivory charmeuse, with silver brocaded tissue and georgette, and a court train lined with shell pink. The beautifully worked veil was of Brussels net with the usual orange blossoms, and with the wings of the Royal Air Force attached The bridegroom wore the uniform of the Royal Air Force, and was attended by Mr. Leopold Andrews as best manThe bridesmaids were the Misses Alma ami Melvine Hodge, with Miss Klfrida Andrews, the little sister of the bridegroom, as flower-girl. AH wore pretty whits dresses with salmon pink tulle butterfly pushes, their heads being adorned with black velvet band? ornamented with pink,buds and siher leaves. They carried exquisite bouquets of flowers.

The bridegroom's gift to the bride was a handsome gold wristlet watch, and to the bridesmaids very prettv golden circlet brooches inset w'ith pearls, while the flower-girl received a beautiful Nellie Stuart bangle. After the ceremonv the wedding partv proceeded to the Ngaere Gardens by car for the breakfast, which was a grea't success, under the capable management of Messrs Lester Bros. The tables were prettily decorated, and the three-tier wedding cake, made by Messrs H. W. Kerr and Co.. was magnificent. Afterwards a very pleasant time was spent in the pretty and extensive grounds of the Gardens. The bride's travelling costume was of navy blue cloth, trimmed with fringe, and a smart hat of fawn and blue'.' In the afternoon, the newly-wedded couple left by car on a tour round the mountain and then to return to Palmerston North, where they will take up their future abode. T. LAMAiSON'S WEEKLY REPORT. Last Saturday my usual weekly sale was held, when, a very good entry of poultry, etc., came to hand. Poultry is in very good demand. I quote as fol-lows-.—Hens, Is (kl to 3s 6d; cockeTela, Is to 2s 6d; ducks, 2s to 3s; 3s to 4s per doz.; apples, 2s 6d, Ss, 9s' case; pears, 2s 6d to in; plums, 6s; tomatoes, 8a to 10s; peaches, 3s to 6s; factory bacon, Is 7d by the aide; hares, Is 9d; furniture and sundries and usual auction rates. T_ Lamason's usual sale is advertised for to-morrow.

Secure the greatest degree of pleasure from motoring by having your car renovated by C. D. Matthews, Page Street, Stratford. He specialises in raliooding and repainting, and will make your ear look like new, for a very small cost. The very best of materials are used, and only flrst-ckss workmen are employed. On Monday next, the schools will be re-opening, and the kiddies are now preparing to resume their lessons, after the long holiday they have had. The selection of school requirements is an important matter, and wise parents will make a point of inspecting the full stock at H. J. Hopkins', bookseller and stationer, Broadway. Here they will find everything the kiddies require, and always at the lowest possible price. It's time to have that long-promised portrait taken. No need to wait for a fine day. With the equipment at McAllister's Studio, Stratford, you can be ■taken any time, day or night. The most up-to-date Studio in Taranaki—McAllister's.