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Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXI, Issue 3029, 28 October 1908, Page 4

The usual meeting of the 1.0. R. was held last night, JBro. Calder, D.C.R., of Nelson, presiding over a good attendance ol members. A large amount of business was transacted. Bro. Fielding was elected as delegate to the combined Friendly Societies' meeting to be held in Wellington to consider the proposed doctors' agreement. Bro. D. Threadwell was elected a trustee in connection with the Temperance section in place of Bro. Carpenter resigned. The balance-sheet for the quarter ended September was read and adopted. Bro. Calder referred in high terms to the splendid progress that was being made by the Masterton and other Recbabite Tents in New Zealand. He advocated the establishment of a juvenile tent in Masterton. One new member was proposed. At the conclusion of the meeting Bro Calder was accorded a hearty vote of thanks.

At the meeting of the Masterton Borough Council last evening, when the report of the Works Committee came up for discussion, Cr Ewington protested against the continuing of the work on Lincoln road further than Timothy street, as several more urgent streets on the outskirts were badly in need of repair. He thought enough loan money had been spent on this work, and any further work should be done out of revenue. The Council proposed to spend money where it was not intended. He moved that the work stop at Tinothy street. Cr Morris seconded the motion. The Mayor said that he thought the mistake had arisen through the Council three years ago borrowing a loan to carry out works quite beyond the r f ;nge of the loan, and the Council had now to bear the cost. The amendment was lost on division, Crs Haughey and the mover and seconder only supporting it. At the meeting of the Masterton Borough Council last evening the following statement of treasurer's balances down to October 15th was submittted:—General Account, dr, £8,420 17s 4d; Gasworks Account, cr., £556 2s 4d; Library Account, cr., £l2l lis 8d; Deposit Account, cr, £412 12s 2d; Waterworks Ac- | count, dr., £227 lis 4d; Abattoir Account, cr., £163 ssGd; Special Drainage Account, dr., £155 4s; Bannister street Account, dr., £42 5s 3d; Loan, £25,000, Account, dr., £6l 10s Id; Bank Overdraft, £7.653 16s 4d. Loan Accounts—lmprovements schedule A, cr., £942 12s Id; B, cr, £1,301 8s sd; C, cr., £B6l 18s sd; D, cr, £1,140 15s Id; E, cr., £lO 16s sd; cr balances at bank, £4,257 10s sd. Summary of balances—Overdraft on District Fund General Account, £7,653 16s 4d; in hands of Treasurer's Loan Account. £4,257 10s sd; nett overdraft at date, £3,395 5s lid. Statement of rates—Arrears of former rates, £1,653,12s id; rates made September Bth, 1908, £10,235 17s 9d; total £11,689 9s lOd. Amounts collected Previously reported, £1,578 4s 6d; reported now, £395 6s 6d; totals, £1,968 lis; recoverable and irrecoverable arrears, £9,920 15s lOd. Mr, W. Cox, Ilumiivay-streot. Ballurat Vic, writes : " I have been a grout sufferer from rheumatism, and having obtained the greatest relief by the use of Chamberlain's Pain Balm I cannot speak too highly of it. Whenever I feel the rheumatic pains com ing on, 1 give the affected parts-a. few applications and it always arrests the attack. I know several people who have used Chamberlain's Pain Balm and they all speak in the highest praises of it." For sale by ali chemists and fcturekeeuers.

Heavy rain fell at Carterton yesterday afternoon. At the Wellington Supreme Court yesterday, William Henry Carlson, a sailor, was sentenced to two years* imprisonment on charges of theft. A similar sentence was imposed on James Mason, alias Good, charged with theft from a dwelling at Woodville. At a meeting of the Borough Gas and Library Committee held on Monday evening, at which there were present Crs Elliott (in. the chair), Ewington, Haughey and Pragnell, it was resolved that about four chains of two-inch extension of the Te Ore Ore main be made. The Secretary of the Wellington Benevolent Institution notified the Borough Council last evening that the annual election of six Trustees to. represent local bodies on the United' Charitable Aid Board would be held at Wellington on December 7th, and requesting the Council to elect a delegate to vote on its The Council appointed Mr A. W. Hogg to vote on its behalf.

The Custodian of the Masterton Racecourse (Mr H. Welch) had the track in perfect order up to yesterday, according to the opinion of trainers who have been using the track of late. They aver that it was never in better condition. If the rain does not continue there is every chance that the assiduity of the Custodian will not have been in vain, as the track is noted for its fast drying: qualities. A triangular deal affecting a Masterton business, a Mauriceville hotel, and an Alfredton farm was concluded in Masterton yesterday. Mr A. AHarris, licensee of the Mauriceville Hotel, disposed of his interest to Mr A. Rebay, of the Cafe de Paris, Masterton, the latter disposing of his business to Mr H. Johnson, of Alfredton, who in turn disposed of his farm at Alfredton to Mr HarrisJjig Tobacco-smokers no doubt will be surprised to learn the extent and variety of the ingredients used in the manufacture of what has come to be called the soothing weed, states a Melbourne paper. According to a. statement made by the vice-president of the Executive Council in the Australian Senate, in reply to Senator Pulsford, the following quantities of dutiable commodities were delivered free of duty to manufacturers of tobacco (cigarettes are, of course, included in these products) of the Commonwealth during 1907: — Essences, 31 gallons; spirits, 9,684 proof gallons; alcohol, 356 proof gallons; starch, l,120lb; liquorice, 449,9061b; cornflour, 2,2601b; spices 39,8901b; sugar, 182 J saccharine, 1,2871b; glucose, 21,3791b; orange peel, 2,0401b; glycerine, 4,4031b; tags (value), £1,761; manufactures of cork, £3,575; manufactures of paper, £974; vaseline, £lO7. According to the present tariff the. aggregate amount of revenue on,* these commodities would be £13,950» As, however, these articles meant added weight to the product, and excise was charged on the added weight, the amount of excise collectable would be in excess of the sum stated. Shearing is announced to commence at lea Station on Tuesday next, November 3rd. Mr J. R. Nicoil advertises particu-r lars of a 100-acre dairy farm which will be sold at, a going concern. Mr A. J. Giddings notifies that his premises will be closed at noon to-morrow.

A reward is offered for the recovery of a gold ring lost between Oxford House and the Masterton Gasworks. Seasonable footwear of the best quality, combined with comfort and, neatness, is the telling feature of thei W.F.C.A. Boot Department. ? Mr R. E. Jones, plumber and gasfitter, has for sale a number of first-class tanks at lowest rates.. Mr Jones will give estimates for: gasfitting arcl sanitary plumbing.. Visitors to the Carterton Show are' invited to inspect the exhibit of rubber stamps, linen markers, and prices cards that are being shown in. the Agricultural Hall. Ladies gloves in every conceivable* style and make are to be found stocked by Mr J. L. Murray at the Exchange Buildings. Mr Murray has: also a »display of interest to hi& genthmen patrons next to the Club Hotel, where hosiery is at present displayed in a most attractive manner. Mr J. Carpenter has to hand a? varied assortment of holiday f-jotwear for ladies, gents and children. These are from the best known of the world's factories, and artTih latest styles. Mr Carpenter can stiltj find outfits for those in need or goloshes and gum boots should they be found necessary for the Showgrounds or Racecourse. Every angler wants fishing tackle which can be depended upon. Hewants to be sure that his flies are well tied, that his casts are good and' fresh, and that his waders are not perished and leaking. If he is to be sure of his tackle, he had better order from E. Reynolds and Co., Wellington. Their stock is fresh, and they can be absolutely relied upon to give the fullest satisfaction. On Monday next, at the Railway Temperance Boardinghouse, Pine Street, Messrs J. A. J. Maclean' and Co., under instructions from the proprietor, will sell the whole of the: furniture and effects, includingBroadwood piano, side board, diningtable, table cutlery, bedroom furniture and appointments, and a large: quantity of general sundries. The sale will be held at 1.30 p.m., andf the whole of the lines will be soldi without reserve. Write to-day, if you are not contem. plating a visit to Wellington, for a selection of the Daintiest Spring ■ Creations, from 30s, each one a style of ' it 3 own. . Eeady-to-wear in the Merry Widow and Miss Hook of Holland shapes from 15s.—AYLMER'S, Millinery Specialists, 9 Willis Street, Ooposite Grand Hotel. ONCE A MAN BOTS A suit from us lie is most unwilling to wear any otli3r 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. Morriscn andPennoy, Tailors, 73 Willis Street. Wellington. l