LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXI, Issue 3050, 21 November 1908, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Mr W. C. Page, of Tinui, has been appointed Acting-LLmtenant of the Masterton Mounted Rifles. Lieutenant Page will have special charge of the Tinui troop of the company.

To-day is the last day for collecting the statistics in connection with the stock returns. In the Masterton district the returns* have come to hand well, and the officials have got through their work expedi tiously

It was stated in a Wellington paper that Mr S. H. Ussher, Stock Inspector at Masterton, had received notice of his transfer to the Hutt. The statement was incorrect, as Mr Ussher will continue in.his position at the Masterton office, a fact which will be laernt of with pleasure by farmers of the district

The annual training caup, held by Masterton Mounted Rifle Companies for instructional purposes, will be held by the Masterton Mounted Rifles this year from December 26th to January Ist. It is probable that the same spot will be selected as last year— viz., Willow Park (Opaki), the property of Messrs J. and A. Welch. Last year the company held a most enjoyable and useful week in camp at this charming place. The attendance of this year's encampment will most likely be again large.

The absent votes exercised in connection with the Masterton electorate showed on counting yesterday that Mr Hogg received thirty-five and Mr Hunter fifteen, making Mr Hogg's majority 1,232. The position of the No-License party was also improved, twelve being for continuance, thirtythree for reduction, and thirty-eight for No-License. This increases the No-License majority by eight over the three-fifths, and it is probable that the total margin for No-License is now thirty-two. It will not be until late to-day that the count of the votes will be through. The scrutiny has revealed two apparently irregular votes, but they are capable of explanation. The No-License leaders are now confident of victory.

Mr. S. Stockbridge, 97 Tory-st., Wellington, N.Z., writes: Chamberlain's Tablets are the finest corrective that we have ever had in our home. 1 always give them to my children and find that they are the safest medicine for them. What I like about theui is that they are mild and gentle in their action and never leave any after effects." People trouble with Indigestion or Constipation will find that Chamberlain's Tablets can always be,depended on. For sale by all chemists and storekeepers.

W. Iggulden, carrier, of Upper Plain, filed his schedule in bankruptcy at Masterton yesterday.

An ordinary muster parade of the Masterton Mounted Rifles mounted) will be held in the Drill Hall on Monday night.

A sitting of the Native Land Validation Court will be held at Greytown on December Bth, and at Otaki on December 11th.

The question of erecting Government buildings at Masterton was again discussed briefly at the meeting of the Masterton Chamber of Commerce yesterday, but it was decided to postpone further action pending the ascertainment of certain information.

It is understood that steps are to be taken to upset the election of the Fongaroa Riding representatives to the Akitio County Cbuncil on the 18th inst. A petition in this connection has to be filed within fourteen days from to-day. The petition will, if lodged, be heard before Mr W. P. James, S.M., at Pongaroa. Mr James Mackenzie, the Wellington Crown Lands Commissioner, went up to the Pahiatua district on Thursday in furch srance of his plan for getting into touch with nhe requirements of the settlers throughout the province. On Wednesday he was at Masterton. He will return to Wellington to-day in readiness for the meeting of the Land Board on Thursday next. A meeting of various publicans of the Masterton electorate was held yesterday in connection with the recent Local Option poll, when it was decided to instruct Mr C. A. Pownall to watch the interests of licensees in connection with the poll. Authority was given to Mr Pownall to take immediate -action in the event of circumstances arising which might cause the poll to be invalidated.

Some curiosity is being evinced by people in Masterton as to what is the minimum amount of liquor that can be imported by an individual into a No-License area at one time. Section, 5, clause (f) of the Licensing Act, 1904, says:—".Nothing in this section shall prevent any resident in such district, when outside the district, from obtaining: for his own personal use, with right to take the same into the district if he choose?,liquor not exceeding one quart of spirits or wine or one gallon of beer in any one day."

Some time ago a case of delirium tremens was, on the certificate of Dr Ross, admitted to the Masterton Hospital, and the Secretary was instructed by the Trustees to write to the doctor for an explanation. At the meeting of the Trustees, held on Wednesday last, an explanatory letter was received, but the Trustees did not consider the explanation tendered of "a satisfactory character, and passed a resolution to that effect.The Secretary of the Mastertcn Hospital has drawn our attention to. an error in a report of the meeting, it having been stated thsrein that the Trustees were satisfied with the explanation

The arrival of the fine pipe organ for Knox Chur-.h will be delayed rather longer than was anticipated, as a letter was received by Mr R. J. Young, choirmaster, yesterday, stating that the organ had been shipped by the builders at Home on November 10th. It will therefore be after New Year before the organ wi!! be, erected and ready for. tISeV It"was hoped to •-fiaVe the instrument in playing order for the production of "Lauda Sion," by the choir at Christmas, but arrangements in connection with the latter musical festival will be made for the use of a good reed instrument and orchestral accompaniment.

There was a large audience at the Town HalJ Jast evening when an entertainment was given by the TaylorCarrrington Humanized Picture Company. A lengthy and varied programme of excellent pictures was submitted, and met with warm approval. A better lot of pictures than the Taylor-Carrington series have not been presented to a Masterton audience. The films were very clear and free from flicker, and the coloured ones brought forth rounds of applause from the audience. Amongst the best pictures were the following:—"Quebec to Niagara," "A Night of Terror," "A Female Magician," "The Runaway Pram," "Saved From the Street," "The Ma-i Crocodile," "Mephistophelian Marvels," "The Legend of Narcissus," "A Poor Priest's Daily Duty," "Restored to Reason," "A Trip Through France."

The general public is fortunately seldom concerned about the question of railway brakes in New Zealand. Effective and speedy braking is almost the chief factor in conducting a safe and efficient service, and it is due to a well organised system of inspection and upkeep that we seldom, if ever, hear of brake failures. The quick - acting Westinghouse air-brake is fitted to all rolling stock in use on the Auckland, Wellington-Napier-New Plymouth, and HurunuiBluff sections, and every vehicle is regularly examied without waiting until defects develop. An inspector has just been appointed to the Railway Department whose duty it will be to test by actual observation the efficiency of the Westinghouse in operation, and railwaymen's methods of handling it. As a similar official has been engaged for some time in the South Island, the whole system is now completely overlooked, while in addition, the Westinghouse Company at its own expense employs an expert with a roving commission to observe how the installation is working, and to instruct the railwaymen in its use.

Sick Headache usually results from a disordered condition of the stomach and can be corrected by taking a medium dose of Chamberlain's Tablets. Try them and be convinced. When taken as soon as the first indication of" the attack appears they will greatly lessen its severity. For sale by all chemists and storekeepers.

Mr. W. C. Wockner, Toowoomba, (Queens land, writes: Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is an excellent Remedy. I have been suffering from a severe cold for the last two months and it has effected a cure. It is a pleasure forme to recommend it to anyone with a bad cold." This is the opinion of one of the oldest and most respected residents of Toowoomba, and has been voluntarily given in good faith that others might try Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and be benefited as he was. tfor sale by all chemists and storekeepers.

A very successful practice of thecantata "Lauda Sion" was held by Knox Choir in Knox Hall last evening. The production will be given in connection with the opening of the church after the alterations and additions.

In connection with the Matriculation and Civil Service examinations to be held on December Ist, about thirty-five candidates will sit under the supervision of Rsv. W. J. Elliott, of Cattertoi. the Carterton Methodist Scho.;iro'>m has been selected as the place for the examinations.

The funeral of the late Mr M. McCarthy, the well-known Wairarapa and Hawke's Bay representative footballer, took place at Napier yesterday, and was largely attended. The flags of the various buildings at Port Ahuriri, where the deceased's parents reside, were at half-mast in token of respect.

A grand Catholic bazaar and art union, in aid of St. Patrick's Church Fund, is to ba held in the Town Hall, Masterton, from Monday to Saturday, December 14th to 19th. An artistic and graceful dancing display will be given by fifty performers, vocal andinstrumental items by pupils of St. Bride's Convent, and attractive stair disvplaya made. An art union will*-, also be conducted.

The Secretary stated at the meeting of the Masterton Chamber of Commerce yesterday, in connection with the direct telephone service from Masterton to Te Wharau, that he had written to Mr D. Douglas stating that the Chamber was willing, to assist the settlers as much as possible, and suggesting that a. petition be circulated ,among thesettlers in connection* with the; matter.

A sitting of the Masterton Police Court was held yesterday rooming, before Mr W. P. James, S.M. The charge of vagrancy preferred against Arthur Jones and Alfred Keeble was again brought, on, the two charges, having been remanded for a monthThe police reported that the two defendants had gone to work, and the* charges were therefore withdrawn.. A first offender was fined 5s for drunkenness. Prohibition orders wereissued against two local residents.

A Press Association telegram from Wellington states that the following are the Mastertcn results of the City and Guilds of London Technological examinations: Plain cookery,. Evelyn R. Aitnheson, Annie EL Bradbury and Lillie I. F. Robinson.. Second class principles of plumbing*. G. H. Russell (ordinary pass).. Plumbers work, H. N. Joyce andi W. T. Watson, ordinary (practical)/ pass; T. J. Goodfellow, G. HL Russell and W. T. Watson (preliminary pass). Mr F. P. Welch, labour agent, has vacancies for all classes of labourers..

A smart boy for the ironmongery department is required bv tHe_W*.P.C.A.

the first meeting of creditors fn the estate of Mr W. Iggulden will be h;-ld on Monday, November 30th. An owner is required for a black and tan collie slut found straying on Mr Golder's property, Boundary Road.

A reward is offered for the return of a black and white bitch (puppy) lost from the Waipoua saleyards on November 3i*cU <

Mr Albert Webb, ladies' cossunifer;. can be relied upon to give, 3ati.sfaction in all work entriated* to'himl He has in stock a very fine assortment of costume cloths.

A series of interesting advertise-* ments are inserted in our Wanted* Columns from Messrs Lytt'e BrosCy engineers and cycle mechanics, of Masterton.

The iriends of the late Mr K. McKenzie sra respectfully invited to attend his funeral, which will leave Mr A. McKenzie's residence, Featherston, to-day at 2.30 p.m.

Congregationai services are announced as usual, the Rev. A. Hodge conducting the morning and evening services. The sale of work will be held on Wednesday and Thursday.

New lines of ladies' summer footwear are to hand at Mr J. Carpenter's Central Boot Mart. These arefrom the best known makers % send, are in all the newest styles.

The Sonomia Private Hoter and Boaidinghouse, Junction Street, is now open for the reception of visitors under the new proprietorship. This housa is close to the railway station, and offers every comfort, to the travelling public and boarders-

The usual tea will be held at the Y.M.C.A. to-morrow, at 5 p.m. Mr J. Heyhoe will address those pres-; ent, and a special recitation rendered. The Bible Class will start special studies this evening at 7.3 ft o'clock.

It is hardly necessary to recapitulate the excellent qualities and virtues claimed for Wolfe's Schnapps, as its reputation of over seventy years as a medicinal family beverage is the best evidence of the high esteem in which it is held in the favourable public regard, and which is happily endorsed by the experienced testimony of the medical profession. At this season of the year, Wolfe's bchnapps as a beverage is-, most palatable and mixed with aerated waters. An advertisement appears elsewhere.

An important land sale (to close accounts in the estate of the late John O'Connor) will be held by Messrs W. B. Chennells and Co., auctioneers, at their rooms, Perry Street, Masterton, at 2 o'clock this afternoon. The first property to be submitted is one consisting of 339 acres, situated about three miles from Tinui, comprising capital sheep country. The other contains 62J acres, and is situated on the Masterton-Taueru Main Road, about six miles v from "Masterton. Both farms are in good heart, and should command keen competition. ONCE A MAN BOYS A suit from us he is most unwilling to wear any othsr 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 commission for the office of Justice of the Peace offered to a Mangatainoka resident has been declined. Light ani very welcome rain fell at Carterton on Thursday night, but not sufficient to benefit the pastures to any great extent. The Government offices throughout the Dominion are to be closed on Monday, November 30tn, in celebration of St. Andrew's Day. It is probable that Mr J. J. Moore, ot Carterton, will act as as secretary to the Wairarapa P. and A. Society during the absence of Mr H. -S. Moss in the Old Country, writes our Carterton correspondent. The sum of £3,000, voted by Parliament, is to be distributed to free public libraries for the purchase of books on February 4th, 1909. Applications must be made to the Secretary for Education before December 31st. A Press Association telegram from Gore states that a thief went through the clothes of the boarders at the .Southland Hotel on Thursday night, and secured about £2O. Forunately he missed a sovereign purse containing a similar amount. A large meeting of settlers at Taihape decided to banquet Mr R. M. Smith, the Independent Liberal candidate, in recognition of the good fight put up by him, when he came ■within 154 votes of defeating Mr Remington. A purse of sovereigns will also be presented to Mr Smith. As a result of the Trinity College music examinations, concluded at Invecargill yesterday by Mr Henry ■St. George, of London, Miss Dorothy Browning, aged only thirteen years and nine mouths, achieved the remarkable honour of aT-C.L. pianiste, with a total of 98 marks out of a possible 100, .states a Press Associate telegram. The Political Labour League, whose candidate for the Timaru seat (Mr G. T. Roller) was defeated in the first ballot, has passed a resolution, by 39 votes to 13 votes, expressing the opinion that the interests of the Labour Party would be best served by the election of Mr J. Craigie, the Government candidate, and urging the Labour Party to support Mr Craigie. The candidate who will contest the second ballot with Mr Craigie is Mr W. D. Campbell (Opposition). The Gisborne police received a wire on Thursday night, states a Press As-, sociation telegram, that a labouring man named William Harvey had been seriously assaulted, and had received severe injuries about the head. Harvey alleges that another man named James Jackson, a wharf labourer, with whom he had been drinking on Thursday, went to his house, and, without provocation, attacked him with a wool-hook. The police havj arrested Jackson, who was charged at the Court yesterday with assault and causing bodily harm. The police said that Harvey was not in a condition to appear 1 , and the case was remanded till 28th instant.