LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 3201, 29 May 1909, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

A sharp shock of earthquake was felt in Wellington at 9.43 o'clock on Thursday night. Every employer bound by an award of the Arbitration Court is, in compliance with the new Act, compelled to keep a record of the time worked and wagQs paid to each of his employees.

Municipal abattoirs for Wellington will soon be ready for use. The Masterton District High School "broke up" yesterday for the usual week's winter holiday. Services in connection with the Presbyterian Church will be held at Wangaehu, on Sunday evening next, at 7 o'clock. Mr E. R. Wilson, of Masterton, will preach. Union secretaries throughout the Dominion complain of the unemployment now existing in the ranks of members, and are forecasting a bad winter for many of the workers.

A mail, named Michael Hazdon, after being bound over to keep the peace with his wife at Auckland, on Thursday last, cut his throat and wrist with a razor. He was removed to the hospital, and is in a serious condition.

Mr Purcell Webb, who has had a large experience with the baton, will conduct the Masterton Orchestral Society's Concert, on Tuesday, June Bth. Rehearsals are being held under his supervision, and a successful season is assured. A lantern lecture on Japan will be given in St. Matthew's Schoolroom, on Monday evening next, by the Rev. J..H. Sykes. A collection in aid of the funds of St. Mattherw's Club will be taken.

To-morrow evening at Knox Church Mr Thompson will deal with the allabsorbing topic of "Dreadnoughts and National Defence." Special music will be rendered. The services in the outfields are announced elsewhere.

Hunting in Taranaki is becoming very popular, and at the meet of the North Taranaki Hunt Club, at Urenui, last week, over a hundred i horsemen were in the. field. The club, which has only been started three years, has about 150 active members. Another excellent entertainment was given last evening in the Town Hall by the Dr. Barnardo Boys, the programme submitted being much appreciated by the large audience. The pictures and stories illustrating the child rescue work in connection with the Dr. Barnardo Homes. Were a feature of the entertainment. The Rev. A. Hodge will conduct the services in the Congregational Church to-morrow, the subjects being "Divine Mercy" and Cry that Lifts the Soul." The Young Men's Bible Class will be held at the manse at 2.45 o'clock, under the leadership of Mr F. T. Redman. At the meeting of the Masterton Technical School Managers, last evening, a letter was received from the Masterton , Borough Council stating that the Council had resolved to grant to the institution the sum of £25. The Council also* regretted that they could riot increase the amount to the School. John G. Ball, stock agent, Eketahuna, was granted his discharge in bankruptcy by His Honor District Judge Haaelden at the Wairarapa District Court, yesterday, on the application of Mr C. a. Pownall. The order was made subject to the payment to the D.O. A. (Mr W. B. Cnennells) of the sum of £BS, equal tu a dividend of 7s 6d in the pound. The Education Board wrote tn th 2 meeting of the Managers of the Masterton Tehnical School, last evening, thanking the Managers for the offer of free instruction in drawing to the Junior teachers in the service of the Board within the reach of Masterton. The various schools in the neighbourhood of Masterton had been communicated with as well as Greytowr, Carterton and Featherston.

Rev. A. T. Thompson will ba the speaker at the men's meeting at the Y.M.C.A. to-mormw afternoon, at 5 o'clock, the subject of address being "Stuffling." Dr. J. will preside, "ihe strangers' tea will take place immediately after the address. To these meetings men are cordially invited. The Sunday morning Bible Class will meet at 9.45 o'clock. The annual Catholic social is to take place in the Town and Drill Halls, on Wednesday night next. Everything is well in hand for a good night's entertainment. Those that are not desirous ot taking part in the dancing can indulge in cards. The joint secretaries, Messrs F. Dupr'e and A. J. McEwen, have the arrangements complete, and there is every prospect of the function being a decided success.

The Otago Trades and Labour Council claims to have established a record in the length of service by its secretaries. The Council was formed in 1830, and Mr Robert Slater became its secretary shortly after, and held the position until 1901, when his duties on the Arbitration Court necessitated his.retirement. Mr Slater was succeeded by Mr R. Breen, who still holds the position. Tha inventors of the Auckland built, airship, Messrs Barnard, informed an Auckland "Herald" representative that the trials on Brown's Island had proved satisfactory considering the crude material with which they had had to work, and the unfavourable weather that prevailed. The aeroplane was taken up a hill on wheels, and jn one instance, upon being sent off, accomplished a "glide" of 100 yards. The inventors hope to complete their experiments within tha next two or three weeks.

The annual meeting of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was held last evening, Mr T. Threamvell presiding over a large attendance of members. The report and balance sheet, the latter showing a credit of over £l2 on the year's working, were adopted. Votes of thanks were passed to various members and sympathisers for helping to further the aims of the Society. Last year's officers were all re-elected. Four cases of cruelty to animals were reported. Mr W. Davidson Wat, re-elected inspect ,r. The Post an:l Telegraph and Railway Football Clubs held their first annual dinner last night, the function being a decided success. The following. toasts were honoured:-—"The King," proposed by the chairman (Mr V. M. Richards); "Post and Telegraph Football Club," proposed by Mr J. Carrfiine, and responded to by Mr H. 0. Fowles; "Railway Football Club,' Mr R. E. WilliamsMr P. Shinnick; "The Ladies," Mr Berry—Mr J. Fisher. Songs were contributed by Messrs R. Henry, A. Eddy. J. Fisher, L. Mason, A. Newling, J. Berry, and H. 0. Fowl?s. Recitations were rendered by Messrs J. Wyllie and P. Shinnick.

Mr N. D. Bunting has been- ap-* pointed to act as Chief Superintend- 1 ent at the next South Kensington examinations, which will take place at the end of next month.

At the Wesleyan Church to-mor-row, Rev. C. E. Porter will preach special services on the bicentenary of Charles Wesley. Special hymns will be sung by the choir, being all the compositions of Charles Wesley*

Cood progress is being made with the demolition of the portion of the Trust Lands Trust building damaged by the recent fire. The contractors expect to have the work completed by the middle of next week.

The Treasurer reported as follows to the Masterton Technical School Managers last evening:—Receipts, to balance at last meeting, £135 4s 3d; fees first term, 1909, £33 7s 6d; Borough grant, 1909, £25; total, £i93 lis 9d; expenditure, sundry accounts, £Q Is; Borough gas, £2 15s 2d; balance at date, £lB4 15s 7d.

The boys connected with the Dr. Barnardo musical entertainment at present on a visit to Masterton, spent; a most enjoyable afternoon yeserday. They journeyed out in the motor 'bus to Mrs J. Macrae's place at Weraiti* where afternoon tea was kindly provided. The outing was arranged by Rev. A. T. Thompson, and his kindly action was much appreciated by the bovs. The following results, amonjf others, of the biennial elections of members of Fire Boards by fire insurance companies, are gazetted* Feilding—C. A."Ewen, J. J. J, Mallard, R. M. Simpson. Masterton —H. J. Kempthorne, C. Pearce, R. M„ Simpson. Palmerston North —C. A. Ewen, J. J. J. Mallard, R. M. Simpson. Petone—C. A. Ewen, J. J. Mallard, and Cr Pearce, -

An interesting trial of strength Is likely to take place, says the Oamara "Mail," in consequence of the inclusion of Hampden and Palmerston in the no-license district of Oamaru. It is understood that publicans in the former district are applying for licenses on the ground ' that the Hampden and Palmerston districts never had an opportunity of voting; on any of the three proposals, since the license or no-license in the last election. IE the licsnses are refused, it is understood that the interested parties will make a teat case for the court.

The Premier o£ Victoria persists with his contention that in order to abolish the evil of cigarette smoking among children there should be a total prohibition of the cigarette in the community, says the "Argus." "1 think," he said recently, "that the only way we can deal satisfactorily with the bad habit of cigarette smoking will be by adopting the strong measures we took to save people from opium. We prohibited opium, and it seems to me, despite what has been said to the contrary, that we will have to prohibit the cigarette. lam confident that public opinion will be with me on this point."

In reply-to a letter from Mr G. W. Russell, 1 M.P., urging that colonial registration of plumbers should be established, the following <has been received from the Hun. D. Buddo:

-"l am in : receipt of .vuur letter with reference to the proposal that plumbers should not be required ta puss fresh examinations in every town they go to. I quite agree with you that there .should be some farm of colonial registration. As a matter of fact, I have under consideration a Plumbers' Registration Bill, which I hope I may have an opportunity of laying before the House this session."

At Puriri.. Thames, races a bjokmaker from Auckland had a rough experience. He refused to pay out in one race, but returned the amount of the investments to the backers, staking that he would pay the balance later on This balancing did not suit the investors, and they proceeded to give the man a rough time. He was buffeted and kicked abouc ths course, and eventiialiy the pilicj protected him. He wis fscorsd to his hotel by a constable, and followed by a large number of people. On arrival at-the hotel the "bookie" managed to tlude the crowd, and escape in the semidarkness.

Mr J. Plnneen, Truant Inspectbr for the Wellington Education Board, has been visiting the district during the last four days, where he found the- attetdance from satisfactory to jjood. In conversation witn the Inspector, yesterday, a representative of this journal learned that the attendance had been affected by sickness in several cases, but the attendance at principal schools had been very satisfactory. On the other hand there were still soma cases that nothing short of Police Court proceedings would have any effect Some of such cases would most likely be brought before the Court next month.

The Wellington Acclimatisation Society's annual meeting was held oo Wednesday night, at Wellington. Mr L. O. H. Tripp (chairman) moving the adoption of the balance sheet, pointed out that the society's # financial position had considerably improved. The year commenced with a debit balance of £429, which had now been reduced to. £123 8s lid. He thought the council's future policy should bu to turn out more yearling trout, keep down the shags, and, if possible, to exterminate the eels. Officers were elected as follow for the ensuing year:—President, His Excellency the Governor; vice-presidents, Messrs W. H. Beetham, George Denton, A. J. Rutherford, aiid L. 0. H. Tripp; council, Messrs W. Barton {Wairarapa South), W. J. Birch ( South), R. C. Bruce (Rangitikei North), J. J. Devine, Major J. Hume, A. F. Lowe, JD. McGregor (Wairarapa North), C. K. Wilson ,(Levin), L. G. Beid, T. G. Stocky well North), C. JBU Trimnell, L. O. H. Tripp, F. C. Turnor (Eketahuna), F. Whiciev, VV. Wakehain (Pahiatua), H. H. Ostler 1 , L. 11. B. Wilson, and F. G. Wakelin.

At their salf rooms, Lambton Quay, Wellington, on Tuesday, June 15th, Messrs Harcourt and Co. will offer for sale the well-known "Strntbmore" farm, situated about four miles from the Ciareville railway station. The land is of good quality, the necessary buildings are erected thereon, and the farm is in good condition. Full particulars aia advertised ori page 8 of this issue. An experienced gardener requires a situation.

A reward is offered for the return of a gold kiwi pin lost m Perry Street, Masterton. A youth for timber office is required by the Wairarapa Sawmillers' •Co-operative Association, Ltd. A reward is offered for the return of a gold bar brooch, lost in Masterton. ' Some interesting and valuable information re childrenVeyesight is published in Mr H. T. Wood's advertisement in this issue. Soloists taking part in the cantata "David the Shepherd, *' are requested to meet for practice in the Methodist Church toT-morrow afternoon. Tenders for the book and stationery business in the assigned estate of *C C. Aitken, of Masterton, are invited by Messrs Gordon and Gotch "Proprietary, Ltd., Wellington. On and after June Ist the train -leaving Woodville for Cross Creek, ■at 3.15 p.m., and Masterton for "Woodville at 10.5 p.m., will be cancelled. Train arrangements for the Prince of Wales' Birthday are also announced. Mrs Carter, who is an accomplished ■painter in oils, water colours, and •crayons, has taken up her residence ;at Lansdowne, and is prepared to pupils for tuition. Mrs Carter ■has exhibited her work in various mparts of the Dominion, and has taken number of prizes. Particulars in reference to the classes may be obtained at the Arcadia Tea Rooms; or at Mrs Carter's private residence, 3Lansdowne. Visitors to Masterton have fre- - que.'itly remarked upon the magnificent stock of jewellery carried by Mr Frank Dupre in his Queen Street premises. He caters for the public :in a manner that merits the liberal •support of the public. At the present time a display of watches is made in Obis shop that would do credit to the tbest houses in the metropolitan cities. TJrey range in price from 20s to £2O; fcut the lowest priced one carries a for gx>d service and as a "correct time piece. There was no mistaking the fact lhat a salvage sale was proceeding at • Cole and Westerman's pre'mises, Queen Street, Mastprton, yes'terday, for the crowds? of eager 'buyers who thronged there all day %ave sufficient evidence of the fact. Mountains of damp towels disappeared as if by magk—the great bargains were irresistable The rush on sheetings, damasks, flannelettes,, guilts, and blankets was sustained throughout the day, as well as on lace curtains. Ladies underwear, coats?, skirts, and children's apparel were bought in huge bundles, whilst men's j suits went out in piles. Men's 8s 6d I felt hats, only blightly damaged, sold like ripe cherries at 2a 6d; wet shirts were taken by the score, only a big (bundle specially reserved for country -clients remaining. The same great fbargains will be obtainable to-day. "The shop will open at 10 a.m. sharp, and be closed between 1 and 2 fro (luncheon. —Advt. Mr W. J. Richards', representing .Adams, Ltd., is in Masterton at present, ' and is staying at the Club Hotel. He has with, him two Minerva motor' cars •with which he is giving demonstrations to probable purchases. The Minerva • car is admittedly one of the best cars on the market, and the two' which Mr Kichards has in Masterton ate decidedly handsome and commodious car si Anyone ■who is interested in cars and who would } jlike to h ive an elaborate and comprehen- ( sive catalogue dealing fully with them, may have one pasted on application to "Mr Richards, Club Hotel, Masterton. Adams, Lt-i, are aleo agents for the ■renowned Talbot cars.* Miss A, K itz, The Lake, via Charleville, Q, writes: "I do not know what we people who live in the bush would do without Chamberlain's Remedies. Many " -of us live miles from a doctor, and the "time that.would be lo&t in sending for one in a case of Croup would, in most cases, prove fatal,,to say nothing of the •expense. In our family we precaution of keeping Chamberlain s Cough Remedy on hand —we always have a few bottles in the house —and we call it our ■ doctor. As a matter of fact, one and all of Chamberlain's Remedies have a - place in our medicine chest, and I could not tell you ihe number of times that they have saved U3 serious trouble." For sale •by all chemists and storekeepers. The name of AYLMER'S, WiJLs s« Wellington, is synonymous with perff. - ion m the art of Millinery. Lad'ea write for a selection on approval. Vosigns by every mail from the lea'iVujt .Lion?«