LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXI, Issue 3022, 20 October 1908, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Mr John Hunter will address the electors of Masterton at the JRangitumau Hall on Friday evening, and at Kuripuni on Tuesday next. A special meeting of the Committee of the Wairarapa Amateur Swimming Club will be held on Monday evening next, to discuss various matters in connection with the Club. Mr W. C. Buchanan will address the electors of Wairarapa at Featherston on Thursday, October 22nd; Greytown on Friday, October 23rd ; and Bideford on Saturday, October 24th. A first offending inebriate was mulcted in the sum of ss, with the usual alternative of twenty-four hours' imprisonment, by Mr Eli Smith, J.P., at the Masterton Police Court yesterday morning. Accused did not appear. The Dalefield Dairy Company is forwarding 250 cases of cheese to the London market, the Belvedere Company 140 cases, Parkvale Company 100 cases, Taratahi Company 40 cases, and the Ahiaruhe Company 26 cases. *^j

>■ With the advance of the warmer weather more enthusiasm is being shown in aquatic matters, and the number of swimmers, especially at the Park Lake, is increasing daily. It is the intention of the Wairarapa Amateur Swimming Club to commence, next week, the competition for the fine cup presented to the Club by Mr S. A. Noble-Campbell. The winner will secure the trophy on points, given for various distances. The street culvert as a right-of-way convenience has seen its day in Masterton, and in future culverts will only be used to conduct storm water across the roads. In streets where concrete kerbing has just been installed, the graded footpath with the blank kerb has superseded the culvert. This innovation is a great saving in cost, and far more convenient in all respects, while it also allows the concrete water table to be used as a cycle track. The Waipoua river in the vicinity of the traffic bridges is just now an attractive picture. The willow trees, planted many years ago for bank-protection purposes, are yearly attaining a greater height, and at present are wearing their spring garment of gorgeous green. The river was, a \few years ago, a favourite subject for local and visiting artists, but it never looked more charming than it has during the past two spring occasions. The prospect from the Park Lake is also a very attractive one.

Special services were held at the Carterton Methodist Church on Sunday morning, afternoon and evening, the occasion being "Children's Decision Day," The services throughout the day were bright and spirited and there were large congregations. The Rev. J. J. Lewis, of Palmerston North, officiated at the morning and afternoon services, and the service in the evening was conducted by the Rev. J. N. Buttle, of Masterton. Special music dunng the day was rendered by a large choir. An elderly man named Edward Johnson, who resided with his brother, Mr Edwin John.sqn, at Masterton, mixed a number of matchheads in his porridge at breakfast time and ate the mixture. The fact was not known until he informed the household later. Thi man left for the Park shortly after, but the police sought him out and took him to the Hospital, where steps were taken to counteract the effects of the poison. Last night be was reported to be progressing favourably towards recovery.

Before the Lansdowne School is ready for use, some external details have yet to be attended to. Just now the clearing , away of a number of trees and sturhps is engaging a small staff of men, while the front fence has yet to be erected. As the site of the school is on a high bank overlooking the Waipoua river flat, a high fence will have to be erected along the whole length of the back boundary, to insure... the safety of the scholars. Yesterday some of the interior furnishing were placed in the school. It is thought unlikely that the school will be officially opened until after the Christmas vacation.

The sanction of the trustees having been obtained, a section of the Borough staff is now at work in widening Villa Street, by the late 'Mr H. Hoffiens' property, oil the corner of Lincoln Road. Th?s will make the street a chain wide at the point mentioned, and means that the anpearande ol the thoroughfare will be greatly improved. There are still a few chains of Villa Street to be ultimately widened to a chain; and when tha altera'ion is finally completed a concrete channel will run along by the eastern footpath, and concrete kerbing will span the whole length on both sides. Already a material improvement is noticeable through recent Borough work having been carried out.

Every country has products in which it excels; every maker lias particular specialities. Every house, too, has exclusive goods, chosen because they are absolutely the best of their kind. Thus, most people know that the Broad wood, the Itonisch, the Lipp and the Steinway are four great pianos, and that the solo agents for these magnificent instruments in the Dominion are the Dresden Piano Co., Ltd. It is remarkablo how many friends The Dresden possesses—a support built up by consistent conduct of business on the best principles. The Company's exceedingly simple time-payment system is wonderfully popular. Many a wage-earner has this to thank for the "muaic in his home." The Company invites every visitor to inspect its warehouse. No need to buy—just come to look. The Dresden is proud of its splendid stock of Pianos and Organs. The Company's North Island manager is Mr 3d. J. Brookes. Local rem esentative, Mr T. B. Hunter.

The Worksop Dredge Master telegraphed yesterday that the dredge had stopped working as the lower timber had broken. Work is expected to be resumed on Wednesday or Thursday next. The next sittings of the Wellington Supreme Court in its criminal jurisdiction were fixed for November 16th. As the general elections are to take place on the 17th of that month, their Honpurs have decided to alter the date for the opening of the criminal sessions to the 19th. It is expected that Mr Justice Cooper will bp the presiding judge. It is expected that a large number of people will attend the Garden Party to be given by Knox Church Choir at the residence of Mrs H. T, Wood, Victoria Street, on Thursday afternoon next. Complete arrangements have been made to ensure an enjoyable afternoon. There will be stalls, shooting gallery, and also a Christmas Tree for the children. Afternoon tea will also be provided.

At a meeting of the Mangatainoka Athletic Society, held in Mangatainoka on Saturday evening, the programme for the forthcoming sports was confirmed, writes our Pahiatua correspondent. The programme this year includes competitions for music and dancing. Prize money amounting to £BS will be given. The new grandstand is expected to be completed at a cost of £57 10s.

The disposal ot the drainage from the Masterton Abattoir—a question in which the Chief Government Veterinarian (Mr J. A. Gilruth) interested himself in keenly some twelve months ago—is about to be taken in hand by the Borough Engineer (Mr W. T. Mansfield). A visit was paid to the Abattoir last week by Mr Mansfield, who will make a report upon the matter to the Council in due course.

The following is aicopy of a letter sent by Earl Roberts to Mr S. Stidolph, secretary of the Veterans' Association, Wellington:— "Ascot, Berkshire, England, August 17th, 1908.—Dear Sir,—Will you please thank the members of the Royal New Zealand Association of His Majesty's Veterans, Wellington branch, for the honour they have done me in electing me a member of the Association, and say that I gladly accept.— Yours very truly, Roberts, Field Marshal." South Wairarapa Lodges are to receive fraternal visits from Bros. Robertson 'and O'Sullivan, , who visited Masterton on Saturday and Sunday last, and addressed the mass meeting of United Lodges in connection with the proposed increase of medical fees. The visitors were hospitably entertained during their stay in Masterton by local lodge officers, being driven, round to interesting town spots, and to the Taueru on Sunday afternoon.

At about a quarter past twelve yesterday morning a shop an d dwelling in Featherston owned by Mr J. Viles, was burned down. When the fire was discovered by Miss Spackman, who lives next door, it had a good hold, and all the brigade could do wben they arrived was to save the adjoining building. The building, which was unoccupied at the time, was until recently used as a butcher's shop and dwelling by Mr G. E. Purcell. It was insured for £250.

'" The asphalting of the footpath on the north side of Lincoln Road, between Villa Street and Mr C. E. Darnell's mill, is now being put in hand. This work, when through, will see the finish of the asphalting to be done in that thorough fara. Just now the Corporation yard is a busy depot, the stona crushing machine being daily occupied in preparing huge piles of broken metal to be used in the improvement of various thoroughfares, for tarmacadamising and ordinary macadam work.

A tent-pitching team is busy practising to represent the Masterton Mounted Rifles at tthe forthcoming Military Gymkhana, to be held at Palmerston North on November 9th (King's Birthday). The team is composed of five men. It is not improbable that a number of other members of the Company will visit the Gymkhnnal to take part in competitions for individual effort. The 'Masterton hranch of the St. John Ambulance Association are also sending a team to compete in the Red Cross sections of the Gymkhana. Free railway passes will issued to competitors at the function.

The following made an ascent of Mount Holdsworth on Thursday and Friday last:—Messrs D. McGregor, senr., C. Bannister, H. Holmes; Messrs J. McGu'gor, C. lb bet son and R, Graham visiting the mountain house only. McGregor Fall was visited by the party, and the site marked out round the mountain house for the horse paddock. Altogether a most enjoyable outing was experienced', although on Thursday night the weather was boisterous. It was decided to report against cutting a track to McGregor Fall, as a fairly good natural track can be followed through what is known as "Threepenny Gully." The Masterton Bowling Club's green i" now the daily rendezvous of enthusiasts in the popular summer game. On Saturday afternoon there was a good muster of members, including several visitors, and some interesting friendly games were played. Yesterday afternoon again saw a good attendance, the green playing to perfection. Since the opening day (Thursday last), when rain had made the green somewhat heavy, the condition of the grass has greatly improved, and members are very pleased with the character of the play which can be had so early in the season. The competition games will probably commence next week. Several new members are shortly to be added to the Club's roll. A GOOD START IN LIFE la what the " Giiruth " Calf Food gives your calves. It is celebrated throughout the Dominion, and solves the problem, "How to raise calves successfully without whole milk." It replaces exactly the fats taken out by the separator. , Obtainable from W.F.C.A., all branches. 2 ONCK A MAN BUYS A suit from us he is most unwilling to wear any othw make. That's why we're making suits for gentlemen all over the Dominion—gentlemen who have tested the fit, comfort, style, and quality of our clothes, and have found them the best: Why not leave your order with us when next in Wellington. Our cash prices mean money saved to you. Morrison and Penney, Tailors, 73 Willis Street, Wellington.;

A little boy, son of Mr W. Brunton, of Greytown, broke one of bis arms, while bird-nesting on Saturday.

During the five years ending September 30th, the local County Council has expended no less a sum than £6,626 on the district road between Peatherston and Martinborough. Of this amount, £1,537 was spent on the Tauherenikau and Ruamahunga bridges.

A young man named M. Russell, assistant gardener at Otaraia, died suddenly on Saturday evening. Russell had done his day's work as usual, and when about to have his tea collapsed. The deceased had been in the employ of Mr A. Martin, Otaraia, for some time.

The asinine dress-ripper who has loomed large in the public eye of late has a rival of greater skill operating in the city. At the Wellington Opera House a few nights ago a male member of the audience had one of his pockets, containing i6s,. cut clean out of his clothes.

The Endeavour Lodge, No. 203, met last evening in the Dominion Hall. Bro. Hey hoe, C.T., presided over a fair attendance of members Routine business was transacted. The election of officers will take place at the next meeting, and a full attendance of members is desired.

Farmers in all parts of the Dannevirke district report a phenomenal growth of grass this season, and many of them are already deriving appreciable benefit from the bush fires which were so troublesome last year, the clearing which the country then got now proving exceedingly beneficial.

How long can I keep my pipe alight? This was the question nearly four hundred people set themselves to solve at the 1.0. G.F. Temple one evening lately at Sydney. And the answer puffed out by the winner in two hours sixteen minutes staggered most people. The world's record hitherto in this form of mania, the "smoking competition," is said to be two hours fifteen minutes, made in Germany.

As a reason for the escapes from Waiotapu planting camp, a Christchurch paper says the following' answer, which is authentic, explains some of the ills which captive flesh in that prison camp has to Lear. "Privileges!" burst out the prisoner with biting scorn. "Privileges, do ypu call tham? There aren't any , privileges in that camp, mister.' Why, hang me, if they have'nt stopped us now from going in to the Rotorua dances! It was time to clear!"

Mr W. C. Buchanan, a candidate for the Wairarapa seat, held a very successful meeting at Longbush last evening. There was a representative gathering of settlers, including a number of ladies, and Mr John Bannister, Chairman of the School Committee, occupied the chair. Mr Buchanan's address was on lines similar to those delivered in other places, and his remarks were frequently applauded, especially those dealing with land settlement, roads, and bridges. At the conclusion of . his speech, Mr Buchanan was accorded a hearty vote of thanks on the motion of Mr Jchn Grant.

The printing of the main rolls so many months before polling day—they were printed in April this year/ —and the fact that they are not to be reprinted, is proving not an unmixed blessing to some Registrars. In the city electorates, fjr instance, there have been very numerous changes in addresses of electors since last April, and the result i 3 that there is scarcely a page of the main roll whL'h has not many alterations on it, chiefly transfers. As it is not intended to reprint the main rolls, this'msans that the Registrar.-? will havd to have all the necessary alterations made by hand in the official copies of the rolls by the and pull clerics. , In'due case this means altering no fewer than forty rolls.

Dr Chappie. M.P., at his meeting on Thursday evening last, mentioned in illustration of his complaint that legislation was rushed through the House in the dying hours of the session with an unwise haste, that the Industrial Conciliation and Arbitration Bill was so amended in the Uppsr House that an employer could now dismiss all his men on a Satuiday and reappoint another gang \ or staff on Monday morning without being guilty of a lockout. To be guilty of a lockout an employer must suspend his business, and this is a prior necessity to constitute an offence. The Bill came down from the Council thus amended, and no one had an opportunity of reading it before the Minister of Labour moved to object to certain amendments, and reference to other amendments was thus blocked.

Referring to the recent visit of the American fleet to Australasian waters, the London "Daily Chronicle" says: —"The motto of all the speeches in New Zealand has been 'Blood is thicker than water,' The sense of kinship between peoples which have all sprung from an old stock is no doubt one element in the case. This sense is quickened also by political sympathies and commercial relations. Australasian democracy feels sympathy, moreover with American; and the social experiments of Australia and New Zealand have . attracted much attention in f the United States. Behind, and possibly above, all this is the feeling that on a matter of policy upon which Australia and Nsw Zealand entertain a deep and passionate conviction, their views, their interests, their determination are identical with those of the United States. The popular rejoicings are primarily and sincerely a demonstration of friendship for the United States. They are also, in the background, a demonstration against Oriental immigration into white men's lands." v Send the documents of vour importations to MESSRS J. J. CURTIS & CO., LTD., Customhouse Shipping and Forwarding Agents, Customhouse Quay, Wellington who will quickly clear, pass and forward the goods to you. Moderate charges. 2 Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver. Tablets are purely vegetable, and contain no ingredient that can in any way be injurious to the most delicate person. Their action is mild and gentle without any of the painful sensations experienced by the use of pills. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets act as a tonic' strengthen the system, and assist the natural movement of the bowels. For sale by all chemists and storekeepers.

To-morrow is the 103 rd anniversary of Lara kelson's famous victory at the battle of Trafalgar. It is understood (says a Grey mouth mper) that Messrs Herdman and McDonald will receive from the Norwegian Government a good fee for their services in the defence of Hallinan and Andersen in connection ■with the Westport murder case. Dnriwr the fire at the Wanganui restrict High School, several thousand rounds of ammunition, belonging to the School Cadets, which were stored in the woodwork room, went off hVa lively fusilade. The police cleared all spectators out oi the grounds in case of accident. A large number of fishing licenses have been taken out in the Danr.evirke district, but no phenomenal* foags'have been reported. Sportsmen complain strorglv of the action of the Acclimatisation Society in dispensing with the services ot one ot the rangers, as it is asserted that a *rea«: deal of coaching-and even dynamiting-is going on. A reward is offered for the recoverv of a fob" pendant. A meeting of the No-License league will be held in the Y.M.C.A. rooms at 7.30 o'clock to-night. The members of the local Tent are invited to meet the Chief Rul.r (Bro. .1. M. Calder) on Tuea<day;next. Messrs H. Cole and Son announce special cash rates for wood and coal. The prices will be found elsewhere in this issue. A large and well-assorted -tock of new linoleums, direct from the manu--facrurers, is to hand at Messrs 0. Hyde and Co's Furniture Warehouse, Queen Street, and special attention is paid to putting down the same on floors. The firm have a good selec tfion of-remnants at low rates. Mr J. R. Nicol wil sell this afternoon, at the residence, Hope Street, on account of Mr W. Barrow who is .leaving the district, the whole of hw ■household furniture and effects. Ihe various lines are in good order, and •will be cleared without reserve. Tone, touch and timbre are especial features of the.Challen Piano for which the Wellington Piano Company are agents. These fine instruments can be seen at the Academy, Queen Street, and all information will be supplied by the local agents (Messrs McLeod and Young). amount of space on ithe Wairarapa Society's Showground •at Carterton has already been booked by intending exhibitors. There will also be a demonstration by the (Government bee expert as carried out by him for years at Auckland Numerous -side shows have booked the remaining available space, and the public will have every opportunity of obtaining all kinds of diversion in this direction from riding a bucking bullock to seeinir the only original" Marionettes, and Punch and Judy.