STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 28 July 1921, Page 3

STRATFORD.

STRATFORD AGENCY. Advertisements and items of news for publication in the Taranaki Daily News should be left at the office of our local representatives, Wilson Bros., Broadway, Stratford. Orders for papers indy also be left with them. TGLL-GATES COMMISSION. July 27. The commission of engineers of the Public ‘Works Department, which sat at New Plymouth yesterday, adjourned to Stratford, where a sitting was opened this morning. Mr. E. Walter made a statement regarding the Stratford County’s tollgate at Waipuku, showing how the main road had been improved out of toll-gate revenue. The Mayor of Stratford (Mr. J. W. McMillan) made a statement of the borough council’s attitude, stating that the borough would expect some consideration for the upkeep of Broadway as a part bf the main road. Mr. Belcher, chairman of the Kithara County Council, gave the history of the county’s toll gates and tar-sealed roads, Mr. Cotkill, chairman of the Inglewood County, said the ratepayers were against toll-gates, but if they went up all over the province Inglewood would want four. Or. Campbell, Eltham Borough Council, said his council was against toll-gates. The engineers of tlie counties, Mr. Spence (Stratford), Mr. Fitzgerald (Eltham), and Mr. Whiteside (Inglewood) also supplied valuable information. At the conclusion of the sitting Mr. Murray, the chairman, ’said the dommittee would report to the Chief Engineer, and the result of the inquiry would be communicated to those interested.

AVAR PENSIONS BOARD. The War Pensions Board concluded its sitting at Stratford this , morning, end proceeded in the afternoon to New Plymouth. Eighteen cases were dealt with to-day, *as follows: —Five were granted permanent pensions’; three will be reconsidered at the expiration of the present grant; and ten. (of which two were given final grants) were continued for a further period. In three cases, grants were increased. The board dealt witn 56 cases in all during the two days. FAREWELL SOCIAL. At the Parish Hall last night, a farewell social was tendered by the A. arid P. Association and Jersey Breeders’ Association to Mr. A. H. Huggctt, who is leaving the district. Mr. Huggett has been a member of the A. and P. Association since it first started in* IfHO, a member of the general committee since 1015. of the. executive committee since [ 1016, and of the farm committee since 1916. Me has been a member of the Jersey Breeders’ Association for the past eight years, and has served , seven I years on the. committee. During the time‘he has been connected with these associations he has heen one of the most energetic workers amongst* tilie officials, and -it was a truly appreciative gathering of friends which assembled to bid him farewell. Air. G. A. Sangster, president of the A. and P. Association, presided, assisted by Air. F. Ranford, president of the Jersey Breeders’ Association, and apologies for absence were received from 5 Afessrs. R. Dingle, a late president of the A. and P. Association, if. Dagg, D. Alalone, J. Scheuber and P. Aitken. Air. Huggett was presented with a sterling silver afternoon tea «et, on which was inscribed: “Presented to Mi’ and Mrs. A 11. Huggett as a token of esteem from their many friends and fellow-workers of the Stratford A. and P. Association and Jersey Breeders’ Association.”

Mr. Sangster, in making the presentation, referred to Mr. Huggett’s long term of oilice in the A. and P. Association, and the. work he had done for the association. Although never seeking cite limelight he was always on hand when there was work to be done in connection with the association. He paid a tribute to Mrs. Huggett, who rrati always had a share in the work, though never taking an .active part. The association received a great deal of help from the ladies, and appreciated their efforts. Air. F. Ranford heartily endorsed Air. Gangster’s remarks. A'lr. Huggett, when one knew him, was a man whose work could be appreciated. He had joined the Jersey Breeders’ Association when there wore only about twelve members, and had helped build it up to its present strength. He also paid a tribute to Mrs. Huggett and her work. Air. Huggett responded briefly. During the evening dancing was indulged in, and vocal items were given by AJcsdames Burmester and Alassey, and Messrs. ]•:. s. Walker arid G. T. Walters. ?Jr. R. Cottier played two violin solos. 'Music for dancing was kindjj contributed by Fox’s orchestra, and by Aliss Taylor. The Al’sC. were Alessrs Clarke and Linnell. "general. Alembers of ihe Stratford Card Club will play a match 'aga'nst Te Popo, at To Popo schoolroom, on Friday evening, leaving the .Stratford post office at i o'clock. The following will represent Stratford:— J. Neal, R. Haycock, A. c.elson, B. Green, H. Collingwood, C. Rogers, E. Sueze, H. Wauke, J. H. Sharrock, B, Rowe, J. Anderson, J Jones. N. Gibson, H Dudding, L. Horn, J. Kilpatrick, H. Voyle, A. Hart, W. TA’ells. E. ALeCluggage, H. Sharrock and R. Rudi ings. KING’S THEATRE, STRATFORD. “to pleasiFone WOMAN.” The Paramount-Artcraft special production, “To Please One Woman,” with an all-star east, will be screened at the King’s Theatre to-night. “To Please One 'Woman” shows how perverted womanhood brings unhappiness into the lives of. many, causing the unwary to commit mistakes that result in their own ruin. Careful attention has been given to the settings. 'J he sellish-Wo-man's home, has been lavishly described, with magnificent exteriors and ornate interiors. ty’hat would you do to “Please One Woman.” Come and see this great picture. Also on the same programme is the latest Fatty Arbuckle comedy, entitled “ I'be Butcher Boy”this comedy is one of Fatty Arbuckle’s best. Patrons "are advised to book ! their seats at the theatre office, or phone ['26Bm. A good farmer’s or ' householder’s bundle of stationery is supplied for 5s post free by Wilson Bros., stationers, Stratford. This is the list: Two writing pads, three, packets envelopes, packet blotting slips, lead pencil, pen and scribbling or order pad. Send 5s along and get a bundle from Wilson Broe,