LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Temuka Leader, Issue 1914, 9 July 1889, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

/ Draughts. —A draughts match, Married v. Single, takes place in the Oddfellows’ Hall, Tetnuka, this evening. Great interest is attached to this match, as at present the scores are equal. Sam ax Hilton,— Messrs J. Muudell and (Jo. sell the equitj of redemption of the Hilton Hotel, together with the household furniture and effects, at Hilton, on Thursday next. Winchester Fair. This fair takes place to-daj. Messrs Gray and Montgomery, Messrs J. Muudell and Co., and Messrs Webster and Macdonald advertise entries of stock. Tea and Ehtkrtaikkhht at Tbiiuka. — A tea and entertainment in aid of St. Saviour’s Church takes place is the Oddfellows’ Hall on Thursday evening. All who attend may oe sure of thoroughly enjoying themselves.

A Good Ba®. —Mr N. C. Nicholas, on Saturday morning last, secured a ighteen couple of ducks at the mouth of the Rangitata. This is the biggest bag we have heard of this season as falling to a single gun.

Sx. Mart’s Chvrch, Tima»h. The Incumbent of St. Mary’s Ohurch, Titnaru, the Yen, Archdeacon Harper, has been granted leave of absence for ten months, and his place will be filled by Rev. W. T. P. Winter, VI.P. The Yen. Archdeacon purposes paying a visit to England, and leaves towards the end of this month.

Work or Foos. A procession of forty-four unemployed, led by W. Powell, marched through the streets of Christchurch at noon o n Friday, carrying a banner bearing a skull and cross bones with the motto “ Work or Food.” At a subsequent meeting Powell said that the men were in a desperate condition for want of food. They were determined not to apply tor charitable aid, but to insist on work being provided. Meanwhile he aaked the public to contribute towards their maintenance. BMTSBTAIIfMBICT AND DIITOI AT OSARI.—' In our, advertising columns will he found tome particulars of the entertainment to be given at Oari School on Thursday evening next. Eight members of the Temuka Minstrel and Dramatic Club hare promised to assist, also Miss Smart and Mr J. W. fioldgate, of Timaru, besides a number of well-known residents of Geraldine and Oi'ari. The programme will be an excellent one »nd it is hoped thst residents of thejand their district friends will attend in fores. Good music is engaged for the dance, and refreshments for the same will be provided free.

Effective Poisoning.—As showing the amount of good that may be done at this season of the year in poisoning small birds, it may be mentioned that Mr W. Ellery, ofßelfia'd, Orari, purchased from the Geraldine Road Board 101 b of poisoned wheat, and sowed about half of it in his paddock. The next day his boys, while coming home from school, picked up no less than 50 dead birds, which had died where they had eaten the wheat. The number of birds that would partake of the poison and ultimately die cannot be estimated. Despicable Conduct,.— At the meeting of the Geraldine Road Board held yesterday the Overseer stated that at one point of the protective works on the Orari river ho found that tome of the willows had been cut through with an axe and the wires loosened, evidently to allow -of cattle getting through to crop the grass which was growing on the silt rather luxuriantly. He had had to put in fresh willows. Considerable indignation was expressed at such despicable conduct, and it was decided that should such a thing occur again the board should take steps, by offering a substantial reward, to find out the culprit and make things particularly warm for him. A Misadventure.— At the R.M. Court, Temuba, yesterday, before K. F. Gray, Esq., J.P., a respectable-looking man, who had never previously been before the Court, was fined 6a for being drunk in a railway carriage, and ordered to pay 2a 6d, a first-class fare from Tinuru to Temuka. From the evidence it appeared that the accused bad come from the south of Timaru on Saturday to procure medicine. While under the influence of a little liquor ho got into the wrong train, nnd went north instead of south. On arrival ac Temuka he was taken in charge, and accommodated with lodgings at the police station, and subsequently charged an above.

• Hilton School, —The monthly muting of tbs Hilton School Committee wae held on the 28th June. Present—Messrs R. Skinner (chairman), W. Beattie, J. Leary, A. Toeraey, and 0. G. Bradley. The minutes of the previoss meeting ware read and confirmed. The chairman stated he had acknowledged the receipt of £1 from the Geraldine Road Board for the use of the school for election purposes. The report of the inspector’s visit to the school was read and considered satisfactory. On the motion of Mr Bradley, seconded by Mr Beattie, it was decided to close the school for midwinter holidays for two weeks, the school to open on Monday, 15th July. It was decided to sail for tenders for three loads of firewood. Accounts to the amount of £lO wore passed for payment and the meeting terminated,

Roller Skatin* Rinks. To-night them should be a crowded attendance at the Zuhndia Skating Rink, Terauka, the proprietor having arranged for the appearance of Miss Mabel Sylvester, th» champion trick and faccy lady skater of America. Miss Sylvester performs some wonderful feats io the most graceful manner, and those who may wish to see what it is possible to do on skates should make a point of attending.—We understand that Miss Sylvester will alio give one performance in Geraldine. On Friday evening the rink at Geraldine will be closed, the eupport accorded it not warranting the proprietor in keeping it open. On that evening the return polo matcli, Temuka v. Geraldine, will take place. The BLAOIBIBDS. needed as te the destructiveness of the blackbirds it was to be seen at Geraldine on Saturday last. Now that the fruit is gone, and other food is getting very scarce, these peats have had to fall bask upon the turnip and other root crops. Anyone unacquainted with their habits would scarcely credit the manner in which they will eat out the whole inside of a turnip. On Saturday Mr J. Pye, of Geraldine, brought into town a sample of the blackbirds’ work in the shape of a turnip with a large part of the inside eaten out. Mr G. H. Patrick also brought down from Peel Forest two large turnip!, or rather their skins, the inside having been pieked out completely. The question of dealing with these pests is one that interests not only the fruitgrowers, but also the farmers and weolgrowers. One large woolgrowor in the district when asked to support the Fruitgrowers’ Assooiatiou objected to do so, stating that he would like to have all the blackbirds sent up to him. When he finds that they are attacking his turnips he may perhaps forward the Association a substantial donation,

St. John’s, Winchester.— ln our advertising columns tlio Church wardens of St. John the Evangelist’s Chuich, Winchester, thank all subscribers (of whatever denomination) for the liberal response (o the appeal made for funds to complete the church. A notice Ims already appeared of the opening servicas, and in our aext iasue « brief account will be given fer the information of non residents of the improvements effected.

Temoxa Amatecb Dramatic Society.— A select minstrel and dramatic entertainment was given by the members of the above society in the Yolunteeer Hall, Geraldine, on Friday evening last. Unlike many of the amateur productions that have been placed before the Geraldine public the' perf' rsaanee on Friday evening was really good. The dresses, Ao., of the performers were of a sapurior order, and must have been a large item of expense. The instrumental music was the best that can be got in South Canterbury, Mrs Fester presiding at the piano, Mr R. Wood violin, and Mr J. Andrews clarionet. Mrs Foster noted »8 musical conductress, and Mr A. W. Gaza as stag# manager. The programme put before the audience was an excellent one, and possessed | the great attraction of being almost entirely now. The jokes wsre all fresh, and the local hits, which were very numerous, were very happy. The overture “ Zimpa” by the orchestra was a treat. The opening chorus by the company, “ Climbing up da Golden Stairs,’ was splendidly given, and showed vary plainly that if the company turned their attention to glee singing they would draw crowded bouses. Owing to the serious illness of Mr J. MeOaskill his place had to be taken at the last moment by Mr Sim, The latter gentleman susoeeded admirably. Messrs H. Clinch and G. Layens made a very efflaient bones and tamho respectively, while Mr A. W. Gaze was all there ae Mr Johnstone. The farce, “ Bun’r.s from Rome,” which concluded the programme, created . roars of laughter, the parts being capitally sustained. The parts Were filled the same as at Temuka, with one exception, Mr Sim taking Mr MoCaskill’s piece as Mr Chump. Altogether tba performance was one of the bast amateur productions ever put before the Geraldine public, and was thoroughly enjoyed by those present. , The Waimats Hospital. —Dr Stacpoole, and Mr and Mrs Chapman (the medical officer, and master and mistreat of the Waimate Hospital) have quarrelled, end chargee and counter-chargee of a serious nature have bean made public. The Hospital Trustees investigated these charges, the result* being that (he master and matron have been rxpr.erated, and the doctors resignation ia recommended fer acceptance when sent in. At the enquiry the following charge was made by (he doctor against the master : “I charge the master, .who had the care of a man named Wilde, suffering from typhoid fever, that be neglected Kim.' Wilde wan attacked by hemorrhage from the bowel*. Mr Ohapmui was called up at 4 a.m., and did no; get up. until after 6 a.m. The man either fell oat of bed, or got out and fell. He died very shortly after. I w«s not sent for until after death. (Signed) George Stacpoole.” The doctor stated, however, that a post mortem revealed the fact that nothing could have saved tho man. Charges were also made that patients were not properly fed, and ware badly poulticed ; that the master was is the habit of going into the Female Ward without knocking at the door, at one time going in there in his nightshirt. The doctor also complained of great insubordination and neglect on the part of the maatersnd matron, end gave instances in point. William George Chapman, master of the hospital, said bo remembered Wilde being in the hospital. Harding came to him at 4 a.m., and reported that Wilde was bleeding. He saw him at 6 a.m., he was very bad. He wont for and when he got back be was dead, He wss not told by Harding that Wilde was dangerously ill. He did not think the doctor considered him a very bad case. The doctor did not s«y he would screen him at the inquest. Hh did not send him to Christchurch because he was eff bis head; he thought witness would break down through too much work ; he forced him to go.—Frank Harding, a warder, deposed to calling Chapman at 4 a.m., and to his not going to see Wilde until 6 o’clock. Witness was away from Wilde for a quarter of an hour, and when he returned Wilde was partly on the floor and bleeding. Other evidence was taken, of Wilde’s mother and father, and two of the nurses.—The trustees abruptly closed the inquiry at this stage, and the following resolutions were carried That after due investigation in regard to the working 'of the Waimate Hospital, this committee are of opinion that the master and matron are wholly free from blame in regard to the charges made against them, and therefore recommend the trustees to continue their services.” “That this committee understand that the doctor is going to send in his resignation before the next meeting of the hospital trustees, and sgree that it would be advisable that trustees accept the same.” “That it is recommended that a visiting committee be appointed for visiting the hospital.” Two of the members dissented from, the course taken, and moved that the master was unfit for his position.

The verdict of all who have used the “ Jumbo ” brand Baking Powder, is that it makes light, nutritious, ani digeitire bread cakes, pastry, etc. As the ingredients are of the finest qualities, and no injurious elements being used in the preparation, bread, etc., made with this powder will keep fresh and moist longer than with any other powder. Ask for Anderson’s “ Jumbo *’ brand Baking Powder.—[Anvx. 11. SYNOPSIS Of ADVERTISEMENTS. J. E. Hood—Finsl -notios re Columbia Rink, Gersldins. Concert and Dance—la aid ef school funds at South Orari on Thursday next. Angus Macdonald altsratiois and additions to premises. Lodge Southern Star, Geraldine—Meeting called for 11th inst. postponed to 18ch. Tea and Entertainment—At Temuka on Thursday, in connection with St. Saviour’s Church. Churchwardens St. John’s Ohurob, Winchester—Thanks to contributors to the building fund. W. Ellery, Belfield—Notifies that his machine is at Mr Angus Macdonald’s, and has chaff for sale. Zeulandia Skating Rink Miss Mabel Sylvester, America’s champion lady skater, wil appear at this rink ts-night. A. Gabites, The Corner, Timaru—Advertises 16-roomed house, with acres ground, in Wallingford, Temuka, to let. P. Wilson Smith, Geraldine, Agent for Standard Eire and Marins Insurance. Company—ls prepared to accept risks on all descriptions of property at lowest rates of premium ,

J. Grow, Kakahu Bead—layitei tenders for ploughing 103 acres. Webster and Macdonald— Advertise that they will hold an unreserved clearing sale of stock, farm implement!, household furniture, e>c., on account of Mr H. Hunter Srown on the 3let July. They also sell at the same time the valuable laritt of 930 acres.