DISTRICT NEWS.

Taranaki Daily News, 6 September 1922, Page 7

DISTRICT NEWS.

LOWGARTH. (From Our Own Correspondent.) After the recent rain the country is looking beautiful and with fine days everything points to a good spring and another good season. Feed seems to be fairly plentiful, and cows are doing well. Unfortunately, those farmers who, owing to fictitious values in land, had to get out of their farms, used up all the available feed, and the incoming man finds that the conditions are not at all bright towards increased production. The farmer who wis ■ not quite sure of his position financially—whether he could face another season or not—did not provide enough spring feed, and also finis himself in line with the former ease. Thue instances, to my mind, are not few, and are going to keep Taranaki’s output back. The local school is at present closed for a fortnight for the spring holidays. It re-opens next Monday. Miss E. Rowntree, head teacher, is spending her holiday in the South Island. Mr. Howard Tobec, an employee at the local factory, and butter-maker for the past season, has accepted a similar position in the Uriti factory, and left last week. Mr, Tobec was popular in the district, and all his friends wish him every success in his new position. I notice that the settlers of the Finnerty Road are not the only disgruntled lot of ratepayers that object to road boundaries and dual control. Rahotu is suffering from the same effects, judging from the recent commission. Road boundaries are not a success, and legislation should be passed preventing dual control between two counties. KAI MATA. (From Our Own Correspondent.) A very painful accident befel Mr. Gordon Death last Saturday, while cycling to his home from Inglewood. Just as he had gained the top of the hill, by Mr. Knofflock’s place, and was about to start the run down, the fork of his machine gave way and he was thrown to the road, landing on his face. He was removed to the nursing home, his face being very much cut and bruised. We all feel sorry for the unfortunate young man, and wish him a speedy recovery. Miss M. Collingwood, with her little sister Lucy, are spending a short holiday with friends in New Plymouth. Mr. Geo. Collingwood is spending a few days In Kaimata before returning to his home in Eltham. Everyone in Kaimata is looking forward to the settlers’ ball, as it is the last of the season, and from all accounts it is going to be the best. But much, of course, depends on the night, and we shall hope for a fine night. The church social, which was held in the Kaimata Hall last Thursday, was, I am told, fairly well attended by local people. Mrs. Taylor suppled the music, and Mr. W. Bracegirdle was M.C. I believe Mr. Len. Instone and Mr. J. Gunderson, both of Kaimata, have purchased the Midhirst butchery and intend starting in business there. It seems to be a good paying game just now. Mr. Instone worked that particular business some years ago. Mr. C. Bracegirdle, of New Plymouth, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. Collingwood last week-end. The Kaimata School has closed down for a fortnight’s holiday. Miss Leach, the assistant teacher, is spending her holiday with her parents in Inglewood. KAIMIRO. (From Our Own Correspondent.) One of the best entertainments held in the Kaimiro Hall for many years was held there on Friday, August 25. The school committee had arranged for a children’s and adults’ fancy dress ball, and for some weeks the teacher (Mrs. E. Gibson), with the h§lp of some Indies of the district, had been teaching the children the grand march and several dances. The hall was beautifully decorated with ferns, flowers, flags and Chinese lanterns, tno effect ''ping splendid. Prizes were given for the best. . fancy costume and also for the most original. The committee were very fortunate in securing the services of the Mayoress of Inglewood (Mrs. J. Sutherland) as judge, and as her experience in this line is very wide, her decision was heartily applauded. On announcing the names of the prize-win-ners, Mr. Geo. Gilbert introduced Mrs. Sutherland to the Kaimiro residents, and asked them to welcome her to Kaimiro, which was done by loud acclamation. The prize winners were:—Best dressed girl. Ida Wells (London Fog) ; boy, Alan Paterson (Highlander) ; most original girl. Maisle Irvine (Lobster Salad) ; boy, Sidney Gibson (Squirrel). Adults: Best costume, ladies, Miss L. Taylor (League of Nations) ; men, Mr. Rugby Wilson (Alladin). Following is the complete list of costumes r Irene Buckly (Milk Maid), Jack Buckly (Page Boy), Mabie Peters (Bells), Lance Peters (Blacksmith), Iris Peters (Marie Antoinette), Joyce Shoemark (Fuschia), Clarence Shoemark (Box of Chocolates). Mary Wellington (Irish Washerwoman). Carrie Wellington (Flax), Minnie Wellington (Spanish Dancer), Arthur Wellington (Cow Boy). Keitha Paterson (Black and Gold Butterfly), Alan Paterson Margaret Coldrick (Cupid), Jack Peters (Scout), Tom Peters (Sailo"), E. Peters (Rags and Tatters), Nellie Peters (Night). Eurice Peters (K. Jam), Venice Peters (Pierette), Harold Lily (Policeman), Ted Lily (Indian), George Lily (Golliwog), Mabel Ashman (Gipsy), Pileen Ashman (Jopanese), Willie Ashman (Goblin). .Toe Ashman (Golliwog), Maisie Irvine (Lobster Salad), Jack Irvine (Spring Chicken). Jean Gibson (Wind), Sidney Gibson (Squirrel). Alan Baxster (.Tester of VIII. Century), Alf. Gilbert (Clown), Len. Gilbert (Plumber), Mabel Mundt (Dutch Girl). Percy Mundt (Hero of the Field), Ernest Hintz (Jockey), Leo Hintz (Cricketer), R. Zimmerman (Swagger), Joe Zimmerman (Baker). Annie Zimmerman (Japanese). F. Zimmerman (House to Let), Eileen Zimmerman (April Showers), Barnard Wells (Red Indian), Ida Wells (London Fog), Tui Wells (Spring^' Chicken), Louis Potroz (Pierrette), Laurence Potroz (Black Cat), John Potror (Indian Prince). John Schrader (Footballer). Ben. Schrader (Farmer). Adults: Miss L. Taylor (League of Nations), Mr. R. Wilson (Aladdin). Miss M. Simpson (Britannia), Mrs. L. Eagar (Canadian Cow Girl), Mr. L. Eagar (High School Boy), Mr. Percy Broadmore (Dude), Mr. H. Baldwin (Charlie Chaplin), Miss H. Alleman (Ireland). The hall was crowded with dancers. Mr. J. Schrader carried out the duties Of M.C., while the music was provided free, Messrs. L. Eagar | and J. Gopnerth’s efforts being especially , pleasing. The committee will benefit by a substantial sum. which, T understand, is to provide for a school excursion during the sum-