LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 3170, 22 April 1909, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The nominations in connection with the election of Mayor and Councillors close at noon to-day. I In a letter dealing with the supply of drugs and such hospital necessaries, the Inspector General of the De • partment of Hospitals and Charitable Aid wrote to the meeting of the Masterton Hospital Trustees yesterday, stating that he would like to have the opinion of the Trustees as to the advisability of getting one tender for supplying the whole of the hospitals of the Dominion, a proceeding which would effect considerable economy. After discussion, a motion was passed approving of the suggestion.

Mr D. P. Loasby wa? returned unopposed as Mayor of Greytown, yesterday. A welcome s >:ial to the Rev. C. Porter and family will be tendered by the Methodist Church congregation on Thursday evening, April 23rd. The Mayor (Mr P. L. Hollings) will preside. Late on Tuesday night a haystack at Wandsdale a.id a house at Warring ton, twenty miles from Dunedio, and the Presbyterian Church at Waitati, seventeen miles from Dunediii, within a radius of four miles, were burned dpwn. The fires are believed to have been caused either by swaggers or the act of a lunatic who escaped from Seacliff Asylum yesterday.

"jThe monthly meeting of the Trusteeb of the Masterton Hospitsl was held yesterday morning. Mr J. B. Keith presided, and Messrs J. C. and J. Miller were also present. Apologies for absence were received f Jom Messrs R. Brown and H. J. O'Leary. The following statement was submitted by the treasurer: —General Hospital, balance at last meeting £54 2s lOd, receipts £BB2 14« 3d, disbursements £2Bl 8s sd, balance at date £655 8s B'd. Infections Diseases Hospital, balance at last meeting"£r64 53, receipts £iS3, disbursements £270 7s lid, balance at date £76 17s Id. Accounts amounting to £lll°l3s 4d were passed for payment. ~Mr H. J. O'Leary was appointed Trustee£for the month. *^^^ 3^K -s"jagg.. j secrrtaryi. f of the Wairarapa District HospitalSßoard wrote to the meeting of the Masterton Hospital Trustees . yesterday, stating that with the~exception of the item of £l5O-for grounds, the estimates submitted had been approved. Regarding the item mentioned, the Board was of opinion that, it would probably be found to be more economical to spread the expenditure over an extended period. They were prepared to provide £IOO to meet the cost of improving and keeping in order the grounds surrounding the Hospital during the current year. The letter also stated that the estimates for the infectious diseases hospital for the twelve months had been passed by the Board any alteration. The Board's suggestion was accepted, with the understanding that if required, the extra £SO could be obtained.

The eternal question of the short supply of railway trucks was raised while the Minister (Hon. J. A. Millar) was at Auckland. In reply, the Minister said to a New Zealand "Herald" reporter:—"The Department is doing its best to meet all legitimate demands, but we cannot guarantee to send two or three trucks to a particular district th« moment they are required. We have had the same experience in regard to the grain traffic in the South. If the ■Government provided sufficient rolling stock to keep pace at the shortest notice with the abnormal requirements during the specially busy season, it would mean that during the remainder of the year we would have an enormous quantity of rolling stock lying idle, whilst the interest charges would be going on against them all the time. A great deal of the trouble," he said, "could be©bviated if those requiring trucks gave their orders a reasonable time ahead."

Representations were niacin recently to the Federal Minister for Home Affairs, in connection with the establishment of a soar observatory in Australia, by a deputation representing the Australasian Association fojr the Advancement of Science. The deputation expleained that the costof the estabhshmnt would be from £7,000 to £B,OOO, and of maintenance a bout £1,500 per year. An observa tory in Australia was needed to complete the chain of observatories of a thorough world pystem. The Minister explained that the financial position of the Commonwealth forbade the undertaking: ot any new expenditure at present butexpressed himself as sympathetic with any movement for the advancement of science. In answer to a question by Professor Lyle, the Minister said the Government would be disposed to supplement the amount raised by private subscription if a reasonable sum only were-rcauired. Re did not think that Parliament would be any less public-spirited than private individuals, and thought that the cost of upkeep might be undertaken by the ; State. He was willing to consider favourably the reservation of a site for an observatory on some elevated , plateau within the Commonwealth territory surrounding the Federal capital

Lord Dudley, Governer-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, addressing the 3rd Bsttalion Victorian Cadets at Melbourne last week, said:—"The cadet movement, splendid as it is—l might say unique as it is—if it is to bear full fruit must be followed up in later years, when the cadets have grown up to men's estate. You are able to learn much of a soldier's duties. You are at an age when much of a soldier's work can be taught you which it would be difficult to learn at a later stage. For that reason, the movement is valuable, and I hope you will regard it as a training for fuller services you can render in the light horse regiments and infantry battalions. I hope you all realise that the uniform you wear is the King's uniform. No man in the British Empire can be called upon to do a more honourable thing that wear the King's uniform. I hope yon will register a vow that you will do nothing to lower the prestige of that uniform. I hope you will feel that when you ara in that uniform you are inches taller that when you are in plain clothes, and work yourselves for the traditions of the British army, of which you are a part, and for the sake of the necessities of this country, and tl • empire of which you ought to be proud to be citizens."

Fair ¥aces Faiher. —ladies troubled with growth of hair on face, neck or arms can permanently remove it, by using "Violet Snow Cream." It acts directly on the hair roots, and destroys their iife. "Violet Snow Cream" is splendid for Blackheads, Wrinkles, Sunburn, etc., and is a guaranteed cure for superfluous hair. Obtainable from H. '!. Wood, Chemist, Masterton, fcr 4/tj, or send postal note direct to Hem*ley Burnet, Hair Specialist, 46 George Street, Dunedin (All parcels sent in plain wrappers), Hemsley Burnet's Hair Best'for ♦'• l Grey Hair, 1/9.

At the Masterton Police Court a'. first offending inebriate was fined 55,. in default 24 hours' imprisonment. A case of scarlet fever from Fea--therston was admitted into the Greytown Hospital on Monday last. At the meeting of the Board of" Management of the Y.M.C.A., last evening, eleven new members were elected. Messrs C. J. Beard and H. Humphries have been returned unopposed as members of the Greytown Town Lands Trust. A number of Pahiatua huntsmen intend taking part in the opening "meet" of the Wairarapa Hunt Club on.Mr Buick's property this afternoon. Six members of the old Greytown. Borough Council, viz., Messrs Kempton, Coe, Haigh, Webster, Raiser* and Trotma.n, were returned unopposed yesterday. As there were n. other nominations there are there-foi-e three^ex traordinary vacancies. A special meeting oflhTCarterton Chamber of Commerce was held yesterday morning, when Mr W. A. Kitchen was elected chairman in place of Mr B. Scannell. resigned, writes our Carterton correspondent Mr.Geo. A. Fairbrother was elected delegate to a conference of Chambers, of Commerce to "be held at Palmen--ston North, when the question of' railway time-table will be consktesed... It was decided to take active steps,' to secure the return of a strong andi practical Council at. the forthcoming;; Municipal electicn.

There was a very good attendanceof subscribers at the annual meeting of tjhe Carterton Library, held; on Tuesday evening, writes ourCarterton correspondent. Mr' Wi. Moore, President, presiding. Tiereport and balance-sheet was adopted, and the following officers, were elected:—Patron, Mr W. Gi Buchanan; President, Mr W. Hew •ard Booth; Vice-President, Mr J. M 3 Lightfoot; Committee, Messrs A. N.. Burns, J. G. Moore, C. H. Cor—raack, W. Downard, D. Reid and? Rev. L. Thompson. Mr W. Downard was j re-elected secretary and treasurer.

The tender of Messrs Taylor ancti Hodge has been accepted for the erection of a commodious family residence at Lansdowne for Mr W. H. Cruickshank. The house will contain sixteen rooms, and when finished will' be a thoroughly up-to-date residence.. It will be built on a concrete foundation, the first storey will be finished' in rough cast externally, whilst the' second storey will be strapped' rusticating. The roof is to be covered with Calmont's asbestos slates. Special attention has been given to the finish of the interior of the house, whilst a complete drainage and septic tank system has provided for. Mr H. A. Jones isarchitect for the work.

At a meeting of the Mastertom Friendly Societies' Council*, lastevening, matters in reference to the Hospital Sunday Demonstration weredealt with. It was decided that a* challenge shield be purchased forcompetition between t*ie variouslodges, lootball teams, and a suitabledesign was drawn up. It was decided not to make any charge, toteams entering for the forthcomingtournament, but, as the funds werein aid of the hospital, each playerwould be expected to pay for admission to the ground. - It was resolved that the secretary write to the Wairarapa Rugby Union asking permission for the teams to take part, in the tournament.

A high tribute was paid to theSecretary of the Masterton Hospital Trustees J; C. Boddington) at: the meeting in the Council Chambers yesterday. The whole of the returns for the year ending March 31st were compiled, and forwarded to the Department of Hospitals and Charitable Aid, and reached there on the following evening for the annual report of the Department. A letter was read at the meeting yesterday from the Inspector-General of the Department, saying that he was very gratified at the extremepromptitude s'iowii in the matter and, expressing thanks for so readily complying with the requests o£ the Department. At the hearing of the burglary case yesterday one of the accused (the case against whom was subsequently dismissed) was a soung man: named Byrne, who was recently sentenced at Featherston to a month's imprisonment, Mr C. A. Pownall who appeared for the accused, yesterday, said in reference to th,e case ■ against his client at Featherston that accused was then not represented by counsel, and that a conviction should not have been recorded, as there was not a particle of evidenceadduced against him, and, furthermore, that when Byrne elected to be dealt with summarily he was notallowed to plead either guilty or not guilty. Counsel was making an> affidavit in the matter,, applying to a Judge of the Supreme Court to quash the conviction and liberate accused.

Mr Chas. Blake,, the well-knowcg actor, was in Masterton arranging for the forthcoming visit of the Imperial Picture Syndicate, who have secured the latest fims of cinematograph art. Ten thousand feet of film will be shown at the Town Hall, Masterton, on Tuesday and Wednesday next, and popular prices ar to be charged by the management, which should secure a crowded house.

There is a decidedly stylish and dainty appearance about the new winter blousinga now on view in Mr J. L. Murray's Exchange Buildings, Masterton. The selection is a comprehensive one, the goods of the best quality, and the prices decidedly low. Mr Murray has also imported a splendid assortment of fotball, hookey, socker, athletic, and physical training jerseys, knickers, hose, belts, and caps, in the various club colours. Special price quotations will be given to clubs. If you realise the essential importance of music in the home, you readily realise that a piano is as necessary in a house as a cooking range. But you may think there are difficulties in your way. Your income may be restricted, tlus calls on it numerous. The Dresden Piano Company exists primarily to with just such cases as yours, It will provide you with a piano of the highest quality, and payment can never become a trouble. Make inquiry. Mr M. J. Brookes is manager for the North Island. Local representative, Mr T. B. Hnnter. .

Mr D. G. McKibbon has been returned unopposed as Mayor of Woodville. Fifteen nominations have been received for the nine seats on the Council. Mr F. P. Welch, labour agent, Jaas a vacancy for a barmaid. The partnership existing between Messrs Sinclair and Brown, cycle agents, Masterton, has been dissolved as from Monday, April 19th. Mr Geo. Watson, of Colombo Road, advertises purebred Silver Wyandotte fowls and Indian runner ducks for sale, 'A first-class property of 1,500 «cres, situated in the Masterton district, is advertised for sale by Mr W. H. Cruickshank, land agent. Mr Stepberson, trance clairvoyant, may be consulted on business and health matters at 90, Lincoln road, Masterton. from 10 a.m. tilll 9 p.m. daily. Particulars of the live and dead stnek to be; sold in the estate of the late Mr Frank Buick, by Messrs Abraham and Williams, Ltd., on Tuesday next, are advertised on page 8 of this issue. The am.ual meeting of householders in each School District for election of School Committee for the year ending 31st March, 1910, will be held at 8 p.m. on Monday, 26th April. at the Public School in the respective districts, with the exception of Masterton, where it will be held in i-he Drill Hall. Nominations, if not made in writing, may be made verbally at the meeting.

The superiority of the Hyde patent extension dinine table over all other telescope tables is manifest. It is worked automatically, in a rise and lowering motion, by an extremely simple patent lever action. The table is neat in construction, and would be an ornament to any dining room, and it is very reasonably priced. Messrs Hyde and Co. have a sample table on view at their Queen Street shop. . The attention.of readers who are interested in the tea trade Is directed to an announcement offering the agency of one of the finest Ceylon teas at present on the New Zealand market for ths towns throughout *he Wairarapa district. Those who are looking for a really first-class tea agency should not miss this opportunity. The tea is of the very highest standard, and is packed on the firm's own estates in Ceylon, consequently retains its natural delicate flavour. The advertisement "will be found on page 1 of this issue. The winter season is generally distingaished by some striking novelty produced by the celebrated Parisian artist. The charming creations in millinery and costumes nuvv being shown by C. Adams and Co., 108 110 Cuba street, Wellington, strike the keynote of fashian. and are imously considered the finest in the A visit to their spacious BhowroonH will convince ladies of the truth of ths assertion. Elsewhere a picture of a model is shown by C. Adams and Co., made of straw and trimmed with silk and wings for the sum of 12s 9d, which will surely in-: terest the ladies of the Wairarapa.