LOCAL & GENERAL.

Temuka Leader, Issue 2380, 9 July 1892, Page 2

LOCAL & GENERAL.

Bush Accident . A man named D. Russell lias been killed by a falling tree in the Hutt Valley. Wesleyan Church, Temuka.— The services for to-morrow will be found in our advertising columns. A Neglectful Mother.—Mrs Lucas, wife of a Dunedin butcher, has been sentenced to fonrteen days for neglecting- her child. Church op England.—ln our advertising columns it is announced that the Rev. H. T. Purchas will hold services to-morrow at Raugitata Island at 11, at Rangitata at 2.'M), and at Temuka at (i. 30. Poisoned Grain on Roads. —ln our advertising columns the Temuka Road Board notify that it is their intention to lay poisoned grain on roads in the district, for the destruction of small birds. Coxoeut at Temuka. —On Tuesday evening next, a grand concert will be held in the Temuka Parish Hall, for which a j first rate programme has been prepared. ! To avoid clashing with this concert, the ' Good Templars will hold their meeting on Monday evening. Sale of Furnibure, Etc., at Orari. — Attention is directed to the sale of furniture, ete., by Messrs J. Mundell & Co. on account of Mrs Tarrant, at Mr Loach's Woolworks, Orari, on Monday. The thoroughbred horse Kingfisher, a gig, etc., will also be sold. Supposed Fire at Sea.—Residents at Tatham's Station, on the East Coast between Flat Point and Piriti, report having seen what appeared to be a fire at sea early on Wednesday morning before daybreak. The fire seemed to be about ten miles off. Nothing was observed when daylight came. A two-masted schooner was seen in the offing the previous afternoon. Death of an old Settler. —Mr W. H. Sims, German Consul for Canterbury, died at Christchurch on Thursday night, from pleurisy following influenza ; aged 58. He was an old colonist, and at one time was engaged as a runholder in South Canterbury, and represented Timaru in the Provincial Council. For many years p.ist he had been in business in Christchurch, and took a prominent part in musical matters there. The Weatiiek. A sudden change in the weather took place during Tuesday night. In the early part of the night a hard frost set in, but towards morning the frost disappeared before a warm wind from the North-east. It continued to blow from the same quarter all Friday, and though at times it looked very threatening, no rain fell. For the time of the year it \yas quite waym. IfMV'V DA3IACI 13s.—At Dunedin in the case p-Hoa f, the Minister of Mines, Mr Justice !i T u .t,. „ *<il that he was satisfied that the Williams a. . t , Hkely to be SSrV river being sS ™ vlnW be very much SaccXrSed by W j W ' operations, and a, there arc no praefceapio mfjans ot Veventiiig- that mischief he nsswm V* pensatiou at M',WM. Charges WrmwtAWN. The charges of alleged embezzlement against Baggot were culled on at Wellington on Wednesday mornin"-. Thetf flly evidence offered was that of Mr Marchanfc, Commissioner of Crown Lands hi Canter bury, of Wellington who desired to explain, thai, he was not aware of the scrip transactions which formed the subject of j;he recent conspiracy charge. Accused was then discharged and all informations against him yifchdrawn The Controller-Genera! will investigate the head office account'?, und jin the event of a surplus in Baggot's account the amount will ibe paid him ; if there is a deficiency fcaggot agrees to make it good. MuNi'iii'AL COM'KR'OXCi:.— The Municipal Conference, now sitting at Wellington, lias appointed a coinmittae to watch the'progress oi f the amended Municipal Corporation Bill through Parliament. A number of amendments were suggested and adopted. The committee reported adversely on the Local Authorities Bill, and it was decided to oppose it in Parliament. The Fire Brigades Bill and the question of amending the Dog Registration Act were referred to committees. General opposition was displayed to the proposal that every candidate for Mayor shall have been a councillor at some time or other for twelve months, and it was eventually withdrawn. The proposal to include phthisis and syphilis among diseases to be reported under the Health Act was lost. On the motion of the Mayor of Christchurch it was agreed that the Boroughs should be empowered to license tram cars and tram drivers and guards.

Arbor Day.—Arbor Day, August 4th, is gazetted as a public holiday in the Government offices throughout the colony of New Zealand. Primitive Methodist Church. — The services for to-morrow in connection with this Church will be found in our advertising columns. Shearers and Laborers' Union.—The quarterly meeting of the G-eraldine branch of the Shearers and Laborers' Union takes place this evening. Sheep Stealing.—lt is reported that some persons unknown have stolen one hundred sheep from the Hon. H. Williams' Pakaraka estate, at the Bay of Islands. Fatal Accident.— Joseph Woodford, a miner, was killed at Green Island, near Dunedin, by a fall of earth in Calverley's sand pit. He leaves a wife and large family unprovided for. Alleged Forgery .—At the Dunedin City Court,William Henry 'frapp, described as a commercial traveller, was charged with forgery at Sydney, and remanded with eight days. Women's Franchise . —Petitions signed by 17,000 women in favour of female franchise have been forwarded to Wellington. Of these 7000 came from Otago, exclusive of Oamaru. Black Star Minstrels.—On Thursday evening next, the Temuka Black Star Minstrels give a variety entertainment in the Temuka Volunteer Hall. The Minstrels promise that everything will be new, and no doubt they will be well patronised. Great preparations have been made for the opening night of the season, and a first elass entertainment may be expected. Friendly Societies Association.— At a conference of delegates from all the Christehuroh friendly societies, it was unanimously resolved that a New Zealand association be established for the purpose of exchanging medical benefits. The conference has communicated with every lodge court, and tent, in the colony, and had received 131 replies, all favourable except one. The Legislative Council.—The Wellington Evening Press says : —We learn on the very best authority that the Government have decided to ask the Earl of Glasgow to make nine or ten nominations to the Legislative Council; also that we should not be surprised to learn that Sir Maurice O'Rorke is one, and that he would be put forwardas the Government candidate for the vacant chair. Farewell Banquet. —Mr Fulberi Archer, of the firm of Miles, Archer, & Co. Tiinaru, was entertained by some of his friends at a banquet on Thursday evening, prior to His departure for Christchurch Some very pleasant speeches were made during which references were made to the good work done by Mr Archer while member and chairman of the Timan Harbor Board for five years. All unitec in wishing Mr Archer a successful future Postal Reductions . —ln compliance ■ with the requirements of the Postal Unioi it has been decided to adopt the minimun rate of Jd per 2oz, for newspapers for al places beyond the colony instead of the existing rates. The change practically establishes a £d rate for newspapers for al parts of the world. The inland rate of At per newspaper irrespective of weight is o: course not altered. Amendments on tin side of liberality in connection with thi transmission of commercial and printec papers are also to be made. Damages for Assault.—At the Residem Magistrate's Court, Wellington, on Thurs day, A. G. Smith, house agent, sued Samuel Powell, horse trainer and starter for severa racing clubs, for £IOO damages for ai assault alleged to have been committed oi May 17th. Plaintiff's office lad had beer insolent to defendant, and ran into his employer's office to avoid chastisement Smith took the boy's part, and a scuffh ensued, plaintiff alleging that his head was knocked against the concrete edge of th( door. The defence was that only a tech' nical assault had been committed. The magistrate gave judgment for £7o,and £! 7s costs. Notice of appeal was given. Installation Social. —On Thursday evening, at the Oddfellows' Hall, Geraldine the installation of officers for the Victoria Lodge, 1.0.0. F., took place ; Bro. G. H. Patrick, assisted by Bros. Kallaugher Nicholls, and Stonehouse, conducting the proceedings. The following are the officer* installed : —N.G., Bro. J. W. Pye; V.G., Bro. Chas. Pye; Secretary, Bro. J. H. Dean; Treasurer, Bro. F. W. Worner. The officers afterwards appointed by the N.G. were :—Warden, Bro. J. Pizzey ; Conductor, Bro. Kalaugher; Inside Guard. Bro. J. Fiefield; Chaplain, Bro. J. Sutherland; Right Hand Support to N.G., Bro H. Nicholls; Left Hand Support to N.G-., Bro. W. M. Patrick ; Right Hand Support to V.G., Bro. E. Prouting ; Left Hand Support to V.G., Bro. J. Boughton ; R.S.S., Bro. A. Patrick; L.S.S., Bro. W. Winefield. The usual votes of thanks were passed to installing officers and the retiring officers, and were responded to by Bros. Williams and G. H. Patrick. Numerically speaking, the lodge is now progressing well. After the installation a very successful social was held, at which there was a large number of couples present. Music was supplied in a first class manner by Messrs Levens, and Oliver, and Mr W. M. Patrick gave every satisfaction as M.C. The hall, uniquely decorated with ferns and bunting, had quite a gay appearance. Many persons were present from different parts of the district, and it was one of the best socials the lodge has held. The success, financially, is due, in a large measure, to the fact that some members supplied refreshments for the social free of charge. A Handsome Drag.—Messrs H. Brabner & Sons, Christchurch, have just finished and sent to Geraldine, a handsome drag, made to order for Mr J. Mundell, Geraldine, The drag is considered to be one of the best of its kind in New Zealand. It stands from the ground to the driver's seat about 7 feet high, and its full height is about 10 feet, while its length inbolyis fully 12 feet. It carries a patent portable top, which is proof against any kind of weather, and when it is removed, the drag is converted into a splendid conveyance for picnic parties. The drag is swung on three springs, and goqd point about it is its lightness pf weight, considering its great size. Another good feature in its construction is its turn table, which is made on the latest English principle, and is worked by a single pole, and by means of it the drag can be turned at almost any angle without fear of capsize. In appear- : ai+ue £he drag is handsome. It is painted ■ let hjao : k n* ud da *'fe brown, with orange lines an* 1 to JllS'Kle pane|s, on either side, of New Zealand honeysuckle varnished. The cushions are all of the best brown leather, and the interior of the drag with the top on has all the comforts of a firstclass railway carriage. The ecating capacity is twenty-five passengers, and four passengers and the driver on fie front seat. The drag is also provided with two large expensive lamps, a folding step at the back, and a ltovel uatch by which the door can be opened or closed from the iusido. Mr Mundell has purchased this drag for use ii* {;he Geraldine and surrounding, districts, for carrying picnic parties, football teams, et 3., and his purchase cejffcaiiily do?s him credit. We desire to call attention to the monster stock sale, which is now going on at Messrs J. Ballautyne k Go's., Tiinaru. This will be an immense sale, and as will l)e seen by a perusal of the circular, which we publish this morning, the prices are very low. Messrs Ballantyne & Co. have one of the finest stocks in any country town in New Zealand, and they offer great advantages to intending purchasers, who will have a very varied assortment to choose from. We recommend everyone to read their price list.—[Anv"i\] Si'KcrAL Offer of " Star " Cycles.— No. 7 Star with one-inch solid tyres, £l(s 10s ; No. 8 Star solid tyres, £ls 10s. Send for catalogue. Star Cycles on Hire Purchase from 5s per week. Adams, Curtie;;, & Co., 70 Manchester (Street, Cliristchuroh.—Advt/|

SYNOPSIS OF ADVERTISEMENTS. N.Z.L. & M.A. Co.—Notice re Temuka stock sale. Grand Concert—At Temuka on Tuesday evening. Guinness & LeCren—Entries for Temuka stock sale. Primitive Methodist Church—Services to-morrow. J. Brown, Temuka—Has Yates' reliable seeds on sale. Wesleyan Church, Temuka—Services for to-morrow. H. B. Webster & Co.—Entries for Temuka stock sale. Belfied School Committee —Invite tenders for cleaning school for year. Kakahu Bush Concert and dance in aid of school funds, on August sth. Church of England—Services at Rangitata Island, Rangitata, and Temuka. J. Ballantyne & Co., Timaru Great stock-taking sale now on ; invite a call. Temuka Road Board poisoned grain on roads in the district. Temuka Black Star Minstrels Give entertainment at Temuka on Thursday next. J. Mundell & Co.— Sale of household furniture, etc., at Mrs Tarrant's residence, Orari, on Monday ; also entries for Temuka live stock market. In Bankruptcy—Re Colin Campbell, of Totara Valley, farmer, and Edward Savage, of Pleasant Point, laborer ; meetings of creditors in Timaru on Tuesday next. TEMUKA TOWN BOARD. The regular monthly meeting of the above, adjourned from Wednesday, was held last night. Present—Messrs James Blyth (chairman) S. Clinch, G. Mason and W. Storey. correspondence. Correspondence was read as follows : From the Inspector of Weights and Measures, giving schedule of fees received. From the Land and Income Tax Department, forwarding form of declaration to be filled in to entitle the board to receive subsidy upon local rates. From the Public Trust Office asking if N. Money, deceased, was rated aa owner for property in Temuka district. From Mr D. Taylor, requesting that Miss Wethey's name might be placed ou i the rate-roll in respect of the property now occupied by her, she having purchased 1 the same.—Agreed to. From Mr E. Cutten, for Mendelson's trustees, in reference to drainage from 1 certain premises, their property, in Main Street.—The chairman made an ex- [ planation in regard to the'same, and the [ arrangements come to were approved by the board. ! From Mr W. Wright, Opawa, Christl church, enclosing postal notes for rates i due in respect of late Mr Money's premises, L and requesting that if the amount were by the Public Trustee the same might be [ refunded. . From Mrs Coira, asking for permission P to erect a culvert across channel in Vine a Street.—Agreed to. \ From Mr W. C. Roulston, asking for I permission to register his premises under the Factory Act, and forwarding the ) proper return in connection therewith. — • The clerk was instructed to write to . Wellington and get a copy of the Act for L the information of the board. L petition. L A petition was received from Messrs \ A. M. Clark and nine ratepayers, stating that in their opinion it was time that the \ ratepayers should have a voice in the j election of the Trustees for the Public s Domain and Cemetery, and begging the • board to take such steps as they could to s have those bodies made elective. 1 The chairman agreed with the tenor of the petition. He was a member of one of these boards himself, but he was cmite of opinion that the idea was a progressive one, and worthy of attention. Mr Clinch doubted if these bodies , could be upset. They were appointed by i the Governor-in-Council. Mr Storey agreed with the petition. After some discussion Mr Storey moved—" That a petition to the House of Representatives, properly drawn up, be circulated among the residents with the view of having the Domain and Cemetery Boards made elective bodies; the petition to be forwarded through the member of the district." Seconded by Mr Mason and carried. kerbing, etc. Mr Storey brought up the question of completing the kerbing in the main street from Ewen Road to Godley street. The chairman and members agreed that the work was necessary, but the time of the year was unfavorable. Mr Storey therefore gave notice that he should move at the next meeting that the work be proceedeel with. Mr Storey also pointed out the necessity of having the foootpath on the south side of Ewen road from the Main street to Alhmtt street formed.—The overseer was ordered to report at next meeting. overseer's report. The overseer's report was to the following effect : —The works authorised had been carried out. He recommended a protective kerking to the outlet of the drain at Vine street. All rents had been paid up, and the only rates outstanding were due by absentoes. The tender of Jas. Cain had been accepted for footpath and shingle carting, and the work done. He suggested that steps should be taken to stop horses, etc., from being tied up to the reserve fence near the footpath by which the latter had been damaged on sale days. More material being wanted on the job than was anticipated he recommended an allowance of 20s to the contractor for oxtra work done. He also drew attention to the necessity of a sump to drain water from this spot to the main drain. A man had been employed carting shingle for odd repairs. He drew attention, by request, to a depresion in the asphalt footpath by the Star Hotel, caused by defective foundation, and suggested a remedy. The overseer was authorised to arrange about the drainage from the new footpath, and the sum recommended to be paid for extra work was allowed. The clerk was requested to confer with the police as tt» the tying up of horses on the footpath near the sale-yards. It was also agreed to have a few more loads of shingle carted for extra repairs upon the main road. THE LATE SIR H. A. ATKINSON. The Chr.irro.an briefly referred to the death of the late Sir H. A. Atkinson, speaking of the loss the country had sustained by the death of so able a statesman ;\ud expressing his warmest sympathy with Lady Atkinson, and his remarks were unanimously concurred in by all the members. ACCOUNTS. Accounts to the amount of £45 6s 8d were passed for payment, and the meeting terminated.