STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 22 October 1921, Page 7

STRATFORD.

STRATFORD AGENCY. AUvertHezuents and Items of news for ’bubUcation in tte Taranaki Daily News should be left at the office of our local representatives, Wilson Bros., Broadway, Stratford. Or tiers for papers may also be loft wit!’ them. SENSATIONAL ACCIDENT. MOTOR CAR LEAPS OVER RIVER BANK. Oct. 21. A motorist had a miraculous escape from serious injury last night, when his car went over the bank of the Patea River, near the Cordelia Street swing bridge. Mr. R. Williams, of Inglewood, was driving a five-seater car south along Cordelia Street at about 8 o’clock, and it is stated that he was misled by the lights at the bridge, and he did not discover his error until it was too late to avoid an accident. The car dashed over the bank, which is about 25 feet high and very

steep, and somersaulted to the bottom. Fortunately someone had seen the incident, and was soon on the spot to help the driver, who was found in the water, held down by part of the car. The river was in flood, and he would probably have been drowned had not someone seen the accident. After he had been rescued he was able to climb up the bank, but he was taken to the hospital suffering from bruises and shock. Dr Sowerby was soon on the scene, but his services were not required. Mr Williams left the hospital for his home late this afternoon, and it is stated that, excepting for bruises and shock, he sustained no injuries. The car appeared to be badly knocked about. The rim had been torn off one of the back wheels and the wheel crushed into the side, part of the flooring had been knocked out, the windscreen completely smashed, and the mudguards all badly twisted and dented. GUN CLUB SHOOT.

The Stratford Gun Club held a shoot yesterday, under very adverse weather conditions, when the C.A.C. medal clay bird competition took place. There were nine

competitors, and possibles (12 birds) were secured by A. Nelson (15 yards) and J. Petrie (11 yards), Petrie winning the shoot off. Harrison (18 yards) and Green (12 yards) tied for third money, the former winning the shoot off. A nine-bird sweepstake, in which a trophy was donated for the winner by Mr. Cook, of the Empire Hotel, was divided by F. Whittle (20 yards) and W. P. Jenkins (13 yards), each with possibles. Harrison (19 yards) and , Casey ( —) were third with eight birds each. OBITUARYThe death occurred on Monday of Mrs. M. Lichtwark, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. T. Waite, Pembroke Road. Mrs. Lichtwark was the wife of the late Professor C. Lichtwark, and was one of the oldest pioneers. She was 72 years of age, and claimed that she had a brother who was the first white child born in Wellington. During the Maori war she lived in Palmerston North, when the danger of attacks from the natives occurred frequently. She was buried in the Kopuatazna Cemetery to-day. She leaves five sons and three daughters.

GENERAL. There was a crowded attendance at the Town Hall last night, when a concert was given by the pupils of the Stratford District High School. The programme was a very enjoyable one throughout, and a great credit to the children and teachers who were responsible for it. During the evening instrumental selections were played by the Egmont Club orchestra, and Mr. J. W. Boon (chairman of the school committee) briefly addressed those present, thanking them for their attendance and outlining the objects towards which the profits will be devoted, the cocoa shed and the girls’ shelter. The value of the News as an advertising medium wa* shown the other day by a local farmer who inserted a ‘‘wanted” advertisement once and got 30 replies. Another advertiser engaged a man from the applicants offering within two hours of the paper reaching the district. The News, by the way, begins circulating in the country districts surrounding Stratford at 6.15 a.m., and most settler* are in obsession of their paper by 7.30. It is safe to say th.at there are very few farmers who make Stratford their centre who don't subscribe to or read the News, and what applies to the Stratford district applies equally to other parte of the province. The circulation and distribution machinery works smoothly and efficiently, and gives advertiser* a service unequalled by any other paper, or combination of papers, in the province. This fact is being recognised by those who use its columns. After all, it is results that count, not mere assertion; and results are what the business man, or any other advertiser, pays for. Several special attractions for holidaymakers are offered at Ngaere Garden* on Labor Day. The Opunake Band of 30 performers has been specially engaged and will play from 11 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. The orchestrala will also give selections at intervals and Professor Kamos will give his Royal Punch and Judy pantomime, as performed before the Prince of Wales at Rotorua, providing a rare treat for children. . A ’bus 1 will leave the Stratford P.O. at interval* during the day, commencing at 10 a.m. The gardens have been greatly improved during the winter and should prove an ideal holiday place for Monday. KING’S CINEMA THEATRE TO-NIGHT. “The Greater Claim,” a Metro special starring the adorable Alice Lake, comes to the King’s Theatre thi* afternoon and to-night only. “The Greater Claim” was adapted for the screen by Albert Shelby Le Vino. It is. a story that has a real human tone, Ihe production and supporting being of the usual high standard associated with Metro. The supporting items include Gazette, Serial, Comedy and Educational. “THE ROCKS OF VALPRE.” Ethel M. Dell’s popular novel, “The Rock* of Valpre,” will be screened- on Monday night only at the King’s Theatre, Stratford. It is a cleverly constructed plot concerning a French officer’s meeting with a young English girl, who is yet too young to realise the depth of his affection. He fights a duel in defence of the girl’s honor, and for the first time in her life she thrills at the thought of his regard for her. “The Rocks of Valpe” is an all-British production released through the British and Continental Film Co., and all lovers of the book should not miss seeing rhis wonderful picture. Prices: D.C. 2/-, Stalls 1/6 (plus tax).