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LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Mails which left Wellington on 9th Mftv per R..M.S. Marama, via San l<rancirico, arrived in London on 11th June. The Minister of Landa states that the financial position is a little easier. He is in hopes of being able to enlarge a little on the number of recent approvals of grants for soldiers’ houses. Press Association. In response to an application by Mr. I . C. Dawson (Taranaki delegate to the NewZealand Football Association) it has been resolved to close the New Plymouth schools on the afternoon of Wednesday, June 28, on the occasion of the Australia-Taranaki football match. A letter was received by the Education Board yesterday from the Education Department asking the board’s views on a suggestion that the police should conduct prosecutions in cases of irregular attendance. The board saw no reason to change the present system. The price of butter in Christchurch has been advanced by factories by Id a lb., and grocers have accordingly increased the retail price from Is 8d to Is 9d per lb. The hardening in the London market is ascribed by factories as the reason for the adjustment of prices in Canterbury on a higher basis. —Press — Association.

An election of councillors for the new Waitomo County Council took place last week, when the following were elected: Te Kuiti riding, Mr. H. A. Julian; Hangatiki riding, Mr. W. A. Lee; Wairoa riding. Mr. Robert Were; Paemako riding; Mr. C. K. Wilson; Mahoenui riding. Mr. Pv. Boddy; Tangitu riding. Mr. J.°C. Bowick. The following were returned unopposed:—Aria riding. Mr. P. D. Smyth; Awakino riding, Mr. L. F. Leech; Mangaohae riding, Mr. H. T. Thomas. The tramways question was discussed at the meeting of the Westown Progressive Association last night. General satisfaction was expressed at the action of the Borough Council in ordering the new ’bus and at the fact that the tram estimates are to be submitted at the next meeting of the council. Some members suggested that the council might consider the question of bringing the trams up Moitey Street, thence along Barrett Street to Cutfield Road, along Cutfield Road, and so to Tukapa Street, thereby obviating the necessity of purchasing land at the sharp corner at the intersection of Morley Street and Wallace Place. A suggestion was put tforward that a deputation should wait upon the Borough Council at its next meeting, but it was finally decided to leave the matter in the hands of Cr. | Blackball. The practice adopted by some school committees of granting holidays to the ' school children on various occasions was ; referred to at the meeting of the Education Board yesterday. The senior inspector (Mr. J. A. Valentine) reported that in 'a number of cases epidemics caused the closing of a good many schools, but it seemed clear that ■ too many or our schools were being closed for trivial reasons, and it was suggested that the board should revise its by-law on the matter and direct, the attention of committees and teachers to the necessity for observing the provisions of the amended by-law. He said it was certain that not u few schools were closed for over three months in the year, and that seemed to b“ an unnecessary waste of both time and opportunity. It was stated during the discussion that followed the report that some years ago a circular had been sent out which had proved very effective, and it was decided to again circularise committees. As the by-law concerned mentioned holidays that are now obsolete and omitted others, it was decided to revoke the by-law.

Auckland oysters have now made their appearance in the New Plymouth market. The season opened on June 1, the first local consignment coming to hand on Tuesday and being retailed at prices varying from 2s to os per bottle. Community singing was started in the Town Hall at Auckland yesterday under the leadership of Mr. Albert Russell. The Governor-General and Lady Jellicoe were present, and it was a remarkable demonstration of enthusiasm from 4000 citizens. The collection amounted to £44. It was declared by Mr. Russell to be the largest and most successful initial “sing” in the Dominion. —Press Association.

The Taranaki Education Board’s staff again carried out a good performance lasc week, when one of the temporary movable schools was erected at Haparua in the Ohura district. The material for the building, which is ISft. by 12ft., was loaded on to a wagon at the Matiere railway terminus one afternoon,, arrived on the site at Haparua the following day, and the next day was completely erected and ready for occupation. The Rahotu War Memorial Committee were yesterday granted permission by the Taranaki Education Board to erect a memorial gateway at the school, subject to conferring with the board’s architect. The plan at the proposed gateway was before the board, the members of which considered the design a handsome one. The Okato War Memorial Committee were also granted permission to erect a memorial on the school site, subject also to a conference with the board's architect.

The meeting next week of Friesian breeders at Palmerston North promises to be somewhat exciting, as eight candidates are standing for four vacancies on the council, and circulars of an electioneering tendency are the order of the day. Amongst the motions to be considered are two from Mr. W. R. Wright, of Rahotu, that the name Holstein-Friesian be adopted and that as South African cattle (very much inferior to New Zealand bred animals) are bringing world’s record smashing prices, steps be taken to fdrm a company to export Friesians.

The report of the discovery of a. gold reef near Taumarunui was mentioned by Mt. W. T. Jennings, M.P., in conversation with a Daily News reporter last night. “I know personally the two pros? pectors,” he said. “I met them in Taumarunui the other day, and they seemed very confident about their find. The locality of the reef is in what is called the Tuhoa district, about eight miles east of Taumarunui.” Mr. Jennings i mentioned that gold finds had been rei ported in this district for the last 30 or 40 but the analysis of specimens never showed sufficient gold to justify further developments. Oni this occasion, however, there were rumors that “the real thing” had been found. The monthly meeting of the Westown Progressive Association was held last night, Mr. J. S. S. Medley presiding over a good attendance of members. The question of a hall was discussed at some length, several sites being suggested, whilst sketch plans of the proposed building were also considered. Finally, on the motion of Mr. J. D. Sole, seconded by Mr. W. J. Bennett, it was resolved: “That this meeting affirms the desirability of building a hall, provided sufficient support is forthcoming.” The chairman and Messrs. T. N. Blackball, J. D. Sole, and J. Lobb were set tip as a committee to report upon the question of site at the next meeting. The question of a 'school for the district was again before the meeting, and on the motion of Mr. J. Garcia, seconded by Mr. Blackhall, it was decided “that the Westown Progressive Association, representative of the Westown district, in view of the rapidly increasing population of the dirtrict and the fact that available sites are becoming scarcer every day, urges upon the Education Board the necessity for renewing their efforts to obtain a suitable school site, with a view to the provision of a school.”

In accordance with his custom, Mr. S. G. Smith, M.P., will deliver a presessional address in the Empire Theatre, New Plymouth, next Wednesday, June 21, at 8 p.m. Some remarkably good bargains in jumpers and skirts are offering at Morey s to-day. Call and inspect these delightful garments when in town—the prices will agreeably surprise you. The seven by-seventh anniversary of Holy Trinity Church, Te Henui, will take place to-day (Thursday). The Rev. A. H. Coleman, M.A., vicar of Okato., will be the preacher at the 3 p-m. service. Thanksgiving services will be continued on Sunday.

A footballers’ dance is being held in the Tariki Hall to-night. Particulars are advertised on page 1 of this issue.

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Taranaki Daily News, 15 June 1922, Page 4

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LOCAL AND GENERAL. Taranaki Daily News, 15 June 1922, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL. Taranaki Daily News, 15 June 1922, Page 4

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