LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Taranaki Daily News, 16 March 1921, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

I Members of the Hawera Acclimatisation Society had a field day last week, and donated a day to taking from Mr. Tristram’s dam in Eltham ten thousand yearlings, which were put into the dam as fry last year. These have been distributed over the streams in the Eltham district. They are well-grown, and in every respect a fine lot, and should make later excellent sport for anglers.—. Star, Mr. R. Masters (Stratford) has given notice in the House of Representatives to ask the Minister, of Railways whether before leaving New Zealand for the Imperial Conference he will give instructions to have installed on the mail train between Wellington and New Plymouth heating apparatus similar to that on the Auckland and South Island express trains, with a view to making travelling in the winter more comfortable.

It has been the custom of the younger men of New Plymouth to tender afternoon tea or a social evening to the Taranaki veterans on the occasion of the anniversary of the battle of Waireka or the founding of the’ province. This year it lias been, decided to entertain the old warriors on the 31st Inst. (Anniversary Day) at “Hapurunni,” the picturesque country home of Mr. and Mrs. Burgess, who have kindly offered their place for the purpose, and to help in the entertainment.

Notice has been given in the House of Representatives by Mr. S. G. Smith, (Taranaki) to ask the Minister of Industries and Commerce when is it proposed to abolish the regulations governing the restrictions on building materials required in tlli erection of dwell-ing-houses. as at present the regulations are not only irksome, but have had the effect of retarding the providing of houses so urgently required. A man named Francis George Yeates, who was alleged to be a member of a “poker party” on the Wellington-New Plymouth express on December 10, was charged at the Magistrate’s Court, Wanganui, before Mr. M yvern Wilson, S.M., with, a breach of the railway regulations. The principal witnesses were the guard on the train and the ticket inspector, who stated that they saw four men, one pf whom was defendant; playing cards for money. The. police said that defendant was “the pigeon.” The witnesses claimed £6 expenses, but the Magistrate, in inflicting a fine of £l. said all the expenses should not be put on to “the pigeon." Charges against the other men concerned me

The Minister of Public Instruction for Brazil has announced that in future the spelling of the name of the country is to •be Brasil. All public documents of deeds leases, and banknotes will in future be issued with the new spelling. A new rule in regard to applications for Government dwellings has been adopted by the Housing Board. Formerly the Labour .Department, in allocating dwellings, did so in accordance with the priority of application, irrespective of the circumstances of individuals. In future preference will be given to applicants with large families.

Referring to the financial position of the country in a speech in Wellington recently, the Prime Minister said he had just completed a fortnight in travelling through the various parts of the country, and he could not see how any one could do that and see what he had seen without being optimistic. If there was going to be trouble, it would not be because of the country, but because of internal disorder.

The motor-bus which crashed through the Swanson Creek bridge (Auckland) on Saturday, March 5, was salved on Wednesday by a party of six men. Their work was rendered more difficult by the fact that the rain had swollen the creek, and the motor-bus was lying in Bft or 9ft of water. Aftej working with a block and tackle for 5% hours they hauled the vehicle clear, and, as the chassis was intact, they towed it to a garage for repairs.

It is now possible to obtain chfe’ in Wanganui at 7s Gd per sack, with sacks extra. A local merchant, discusing the oat market with a reporter, stated that he considered the price had now reached bedrock, and any tendency in the future would be towards prices hardening. He also pointed out that farmers could not be expected to continue to market their oats at less than the cost of production.

Mr. Robert Bell stated at a meeting at Ashburton that he had foreseen the coming of the present industrial tendency, and he expressed an earnest opinion to a leading bank manager that the banks would adopt “a tapering-off policy.” Changing the metaphor, the banker said he had expressed the same hope to his general manager that the sails would be taken in gradually. *‘What if you are struck by a blizzard?” was the rejoinder. That blizzard, said Mr. Bell, had come in the shape of a rush of imports and the ship of finance was now riding under bare poles. “I have no doubt in my mind,” added Mr. Bell, “that with the great natural resources behind us in this country, with .well-established secondary industries, and with the large number of industrious, well-informed, and sane working men and women, if the Dominion has to pass through a financial storm it will weather it better than most countries.” Of course we will, if we have courage and confidence. It is interesting to note that. last. Wednesday was the anniversary of the dfcath of Germany’s first Emperor, Wilhelm 1., who passed away on March 9, *lBBB—thirty-three years ago. The German Empire came into being in 1870, after the crushing defeat of the French, and on January 18 of the following year Wilhelm, King of Prussia, was crowned Emperor of Germany at Versailles. For seventeen years he guided the destinies of the Fatherland, and on his death, left a united and ambitious peopie to continue the work lie had begun. For a brief period FraJ.erV’.k held the sceptre, but an incurable malady from which he suffered carried him off, and on June 15 of the same year he was succeeded by Wilhelm 11., who aspired to be Emperor of the World, with Germany mistress of/ the nations. Thirty-three years have passed since that time, and the world now sees the German Emperor in exile, his Empire crumpled away, and Royal families who basked in the sunshine of the Fatherland’s greatness, now living in obscurity. The last day of the Bon Marche sale at.’Eltham will be Wednesday 23rd and bargain seekers will be well advised to take advantage W the further reductions in prices for the last days of sale.

Suits; Suits for Easter at the Melbourne. Ltd. Grand range of smart Colonial tweeds, worsteds and fine English serges to select from. Prices range from £4 19s 6d to £8 15s. We can fit you.

The study and practice of the science of household economy have resulted in the discovery of many new household helps. Chief among these is “Fairy Wonder” washing powder, a scientific compound which effectively loosens dirt \from soiled clothes without rubbing or injury to the fabric. All up-to-date housewives use “Fairy.” Of all grocers. The store that is known for style, Morey and Son’s, is being kept exceedingly' busy with a rush of orders for autumn -and early winter requirements. This is due to the wide selection of new costumings that is on display.’ Special features include fine showings of the ever-popular velours, and durable coatings.

A notice regarding railway excursion fares during the Easter holidays will be found in our advertising columns. Among the many novelties at the Kawaroa Park picnic on Easter Monday are the hammock and small swings for rhe little ones, the rock-a-bye and high glide, swing boats, ocean wave and seesaws. Just remember these amusements and picture the treat that is in store for everybody at Kawaroa on Easter Monday.— j Advt. Dairy farmers are reminded of the field day, arranged by the local branch of the Jersey Breeders’ Association, which takes place at Mr. H. B. Lepper’s farm at Lepperton to-morrow, commencing at 11 a.m. Mr. H. E. B. Watson, official demonstrator of the New Zealand Jersey Breeders’ Association, will be in attendance and will give a demonstration of judging, as well as a. general talk on'dairy cattle. All interested are invited to attend.