LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 3178, 1 May 1909, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The Kopuaranga creamery, which has had a very good season, will shortly close down for the year. A sharp shock of earthquake was felt at Kopuaranga at 12.35 o'clock on Monday afternoon last.

Amy Bock, whose adventures have created a good deal of interest all over New Zealand, resided some years ago in Featherston, and also in Carterton.

At the Magistrate's Court, yesterday afternoon, a number of old age pensions were dealt with by Mr C. C. Graham, S.M. Seven new pensions were granted, eight renewed and two applications were adjourned. The Wellington Education Board have passed a resolution thanking the Board of Managers of the Masterton Technical School for its offer of free instruction in drawing to junior teachers in the service of the Education Board.

"Be careful," said Mr C. C. Graham, S.M., "and steer clear of public houses in future." This admonition was addressed to an elderly woman, who appeared before the Court yesterday on a charge of having been found on licensed premises during the currency of a prohibition order.

The work of crutching is now in full swing on many of the stations in the Wairarapa, and it is anticipated that the volume of wool from this source will be much greater this season than previous years. This is in a great measure due to the large number of lambs which were not shorn at last shearing. Some flocks are reported to be in a very dirty condition, and many farmers are lamentirg not having shorn their lambs.

At the Y.M.C.A. men's meeting to-morrow afternoon, the Rev C. Porter will speak on the subject "What the Association Means to Young Men." Mr Porter is a powerful and vigorous speaker, and a most interesting address is anticipated. Mr D. McGregor junr. will preside. The usual strangers' tea will follow. The Bible Study Class will meet at 9.45 o'clock to-morrow morning.

Among the cases set down for hearing at the next sitting of the district Court, at Masterton, are the following:—Thomas Hodge, Carterton, dairyman, against Robert W. Nunn, of Longbush. farmer, claiming £7O damages for breach of contract, or in the alternative £4O, three months wages in lieu of notice; John Yates, dairy farmer, Masterton against H. Harris, of Masterton, claim £2OO damages. The plaintiff alleges that defendant drove his motor car at night so negligently as to collide with the plaintiff, knocking him down and causing him painful injuries. Mr C. A. Pownall will appear for plaintiff in both cases.

A letter from the Government declining to make a grant in aid of a residence for the teacher at Dyer Settlement, was [considered at the last meeting of the Wellington Education Board. Mr W. Allan and Mr W. C. Buchanan dissented from the attitude of the Government. Mr Buchanan contended that the board, as charged with the administration of a large district, would fail in its duty did it not endeavour to make suitable provision |for the accommodation and comfort of its teachers. It was decided that application for a grant in aid be renewed.

The solemnity that usually prevails during Court proceedings was slightly disturbed by an amusing incident at the Magistrate's Court, yesterday. The Court was occupied with a case in which a man was charged with procuring liquor for a prohibited person. Accused denied that he knew the man was prohibited, and the Magistrate thereupon said:—"ln that case why didn't you take him into the hotel with you?" Witness, "I only had sixpence." His Worship (mildly surprised), "Can't you get threepenny beers here?" Witness, "No" (laughter). The case concluded by accused getting the benefit of the doubt, and being discharged.and in the prohibited person being mulcted in a fine of 40a ?nd costs.

The unusual' position of a* solicitor in the witness box to show cause why an order should not be made against him on a judgment summons, was seen at the Wellington S.M. Court on Thursday morning, says the Dominion. Under cross examination, debtor stated that since September last he had only earned enough to pay wages and rent. His expenses were £lO a week, and his receipts about £5. He had had an overdraft at the bank. He, however, held a number of mortgages (mostly second mortgages), but he had not been paid any interest on them fcr the past sixmonths. One man owed him £6,000. Interest due to him on his assets amounted to about £3OO :.r £4OO. There were no rents coming in, as tha mortgagee was in possession in some cases, and in the other cases the lands were not built on. A statement of assets produced showed a surplus of £IO,OOO or £12,0C0. The assets, however, were not bringing in a penny, and could not be realised on. The assets, in debtor's opinion, wanted nursing. It might be possible to effect a sale at any time, but until a sale was made no offer could be made to pay the debt. Debtor had no doubt that if he kept the securities going he could sell privately. He was quite willing to file if his creditors wished it, or he was willing to assign his estate. He had no furniture, and was at present living with his mother-in-law. He believed that his landlord had a security ovc the contents of his office. His Worship would not make an order.

During the month of April, 22 births, 11 marriages, and 3 deaths were registered in Masterton.

During the month of April one Chinaman arrived in New Zealand and. 18 took their departure.

Messrs D. K. Logan, J. C. McKel--lar, L. Williams and T. Hoar, will. act as referees at to-day's Football. Tournament on the Showgrounds.

There were no bankruptcy cases recorded in Masterton for the month just ended. For the corresponding: period last year, one case was recorded.

The services in connection with Knox Church on Sunday will be conducted by the Rev. A. T. Thompson. Mr P. Webb, late organist of All Saints' Church, Nelson, who has been appointed organist of Knox Church, will preside at the organ.

A witness on behalf of the employers at the hearing of the brickmakers' dispute in the Arbitration Court, Auckland, stated that bricks which cost £3 a thousand in Glasgow cost £9 10s a thousand to make in Auckland.

The Rev. C. Porter will conduct the services at the Methodist Church to-morrow, at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. and at Wangaehu at 3 o'clock. The subject of the addresses are announced elsewhere. Mr A. J. Minifie will conduct the services at Kuripuni at 3 o'clock.

The Football Tournament to-day on the Showgrounds should be well patronised. The New Zealand Rugby Union, through the Wairarapa Rugby Union, has given permission to all players of affiliated clubs to take part. As the proceeds will be handed to the Masterton Hospital a record gate should be the result.

Captain Henry Seaton, who is walking round the world for a wager of £4,000, gave a most instructive and amusing account of his many and varied experiences in the Town Hall last evening. The chair was occupied by Mr A. Hathaway, and there was a large attendance.

At the meeting of the Wellington ■ Education Board, on Thursday last, the following tenders were accepted: --Martinborough (painting gymna- - sium, h.p. water service!, W. Maxton. £6 ss; Carterton (removingplatform), A. R. Wallis, £8 10s; ; Pakehinau (residence), W. Whittaker, £263 53; Pukehinau (school), W Whittaker, £244 19s; Horoeka • (residence), G. Benton, £3OO.

The charges preferred against ■ cyclists at the Magistrate's Court,,, yesterday, may prove_ as a deterrent to other cyclists, who are in the • habit of indulging in the practice of ■* riding after dusk without lights. The • Magistrate remarked on the apparent commonness in the district of the habit, which he said was dangerous c ani ought to be put down.

The amount of rabbit poisoning that has been done on some of the East Coast runs has been much greater than for a number of years past, owing to a large increase in the number of rabbits, due to no fault or laxness on th? part of the inspectors, but to the favourable seasons experienced last summer and winter for breeding.

. The services will be held as usual in the Congregational Church to-mor-row, the subjects bsing "Salvation Through Faith" and "Men of the Times.'' The Rev. A. Hodge will conduct both services. Communion will be celebrated after the morning service. In the evening the Choir will sing the anthem "I will Arise," by it; Cecil.

The Stock Department are energetically endeavouring to prevent the public sale of sheep infected with lice. At the Magistrate's Court yesterday, on the information of Mr S. H. Ussher, Stock Inspector, H. E. Gosnell and A. J. Cameron were each charged with a breach of the regulations enforced in such cases. In fining the offenders 10s and 7s costs, His Worship advised them to exercise more care in the future, as one or two sheep overlooked in dipping operations would probably contaminate the balance of the flock.

The roading of the well-known lea Estate, which is now being carried out spells advancement for the Whareama District. The road runs through the fertile flats contiguous to the Whareama Kiver, and leads to its navigable waters. Should this river be bridged, which it is said is contemplated, a highway will be open to the rich fishing grounds of the estuary, and it is to be hoped, writes a correspondent, that the owners of the estate, if approached, will not place any impediment to public traffic to and from the mouth of the river.

The ordinary quarterly meeting of the Masterton Cemetery Trustees was held yesterday afternoon, there being present—Messrs E. Feist (chairman),D. Donald, P. Gordon and W. Sellar. The treasurer's report showed receipts for the quarter £4B 16s, expenditure £33 0s 3d, and a credit balance at the end of the quarter of £67 Is 51d. Accounts amounting to £22 7s 6d were passed for payment. The sexton reported having flushed most of the small paths with tar and sand, and suggested that a gate should be put in at the north corner of the old cemetery, to give access from the Park. The secretary was instructed to take action aeainst a defaulter.

In conversation with a representative of the Wairarapa Age yesterday, Mr J. Dinneen, Truant Inspector under the Wellington Education Board, stated that alceady this month 22 cases had beer instituted against parents for failing to send their children regularly to school. These prosecutions extended over the school districts of Upper Hutt,. Petone, Maryborough, Otaki, and Masterton, and in each case convictions had followed prosecution. At Otaki, the Magistrate deprecated the injustice of parents to children in depriving the latter of educational facilities. He warned parents that a repetition of the offence would entail tha infliction of the maximum penalty.

Mr P. Hamil, draper and clot ; ner, announces that dumg the next t'i:W days, he will make special pri;-e reduction on millinery, mantles, jackets and costume?. The goods are right up-to-date in every respect, and' being over-stocked is the cause of the special inducements now offered !hepublic to make purchases.

An advertiser requires a young tnixx to milk and make himself generally useful. The annual social in connection with the Foresters' Lodge is to be held in the.Foresters' Hall on Thursday next, May 6th. Notice is given that John Grieve Ball, stock agent, will apply f"r his discharge from bankruptcy at the next sitting of the District Court in Masterton. Members of the Court Loyal Enter-p-ise are reqte ted to meet at the Foresters' Hall to-morrow, at 1.45 p.m., in order to take part in the procession. At the residence, No. 53 Albert street, on Tuesday next, Mr J. R. Nicoi will sell on account of Mr C. D. Hawkins, who is leaving Mastertoil, his furniture and effects. Particulars of the various lines are contai led in an advertisement. At the Masterton Auction Mart, this afternoon, Mr J. B. Nicol will sell on account of Mr P. L. Atkinson Newman, the whole of his stock of books, fancy goods and stationary. The goods are a well-assorted lot and -wi'il be sol.i without reserve. Skating has becoms a popular pas•time in Masterton, and the Elite S'cating Kink is well patronised each evening. This evening a special programme of music will be rendered jay a brass band. Every assistance is given to learners, while only the best makes of skates are used. Messrs Butcher Bros., of the A. 1 Butchery, Queen street. Retail only the very primest of meat. They wish ■to notify the public that their prices are as low as any other firms in town, and that orders are called for and delivered daily. Orders sent through the telephone receive prompt attention. Messrs Hendry and Buxton, who do a big trade in Kaiapoi costumes, made to measure, will in future cater for the mm folk of the community, in the wav of providing a thoroughly stylish and dependable, tailor-made suit from the best Kaiapoi tweeds, at from 50s to 555. The firm guarantee a good fit in every order taken. and that the suit will be thoroughly well made throughout. Patterns are now on view at their premises in Qjeen street, Masterton. Effervescent Saline,purifying, refreshing, invigorating to all who suffer from sickness, "headache, sluggish liver, etc. Price, 2/6, H. T. vv ood, Chemist and PharmaG.se (b. e>ain.). Mastertnn *