STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 17 September 1920, Page 6

STRATFORD.

TARANAKI DAILY NEWS. STRATFORD AGENCY. Advertisements and items of news for publication should he left at the office of Ihe local representative, W. J. Wilson, next Union Bank. RETAILERS' ASSOCIATION. Sept. 10. The Stratford Retailers' Association met last evening, the president, Mr. C. E. James occupying the chair. Section 143 of the Borough Council's new by-laws which reads, "No collection whatever shall be permitted in or upon any street, or public place without the approval of the Council," was discussed, aud it was decided that in future the business people of Stratford would noti be prepared to recognise any subscript tion list or collection made by any club or body unless such subscription be authorised by the Borough .Council. The need for more accommodation in Stratford for business girls was fully discussed, the necessity for a girls' hostel being strongly stressed. It was leported that information was being obtained from the New Plymouth and Hawera Hostels, and would, be presented at the annual meeting in November. The possibility of the Association amalgamating with the Chamber of Commerce was discussed, but no decision was arrived at. GENERAL. " Mrs. J. Weston, junr., has been advised by cable of the death At Fenton, Stoke-on-Trent, England, of both her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. T. HawkinsFor the first time this year the Stratford District High School has a full complement of teachers. Ladies! Call and inspect the splendid display of new leather bags at H. J. Eiopkins, Stratford. You may want a new bag yourself, or you may intend making a friend a present. All the newest styles are in stock and the prices are right. Do not fail to make an jarly call. H. J. Hopkins, bookseller, stationer and fancy goods dealer, Stratford. Farmers! Before the busy season bigins, bring the family in to be photographed. A family group is always of value and interest. Take the present opportunity. We have special equipment at McAllister's studio, Stratford.