LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 9559, 4 August 1909, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

A civil sitting of the Magistrate's Court is to be held at Masterton on Thursday, when a fair number of cases are listed for hearing i'esterday/ morning Mr W. T. Mansfield, Treasurer, of the Masterton Branch of the Navy League, was successful in securing no lees than twenty-nine new members.

A proposal is being made to send a rifle team representing Otago and Southland to Australia, to compete at the National Rifle Association's jubitee meeting, to be ney in October nexn

A Wairarap i Ape reporer heard on fairly reliable authority yesterday that it is extremely probable that Mr H. V. Wiadowson, S.M. at Christchurch will be appointed to Masterton permanently, in succession to the late Mr W. P. James. The seizure of a case of whisky, and othi r liquor was made by the Masterton j olice late on Monday evening from a MS being driven into Masterton, al'egedly irom Carterton, and contain'ng three young men. As the case w s not labelled a prosecution is like-y to follow.

Our Tinui correspond* nt telegraphed as follows yesterday The result of the heavy rain fall is now to be seen in the destruction of many miles of fencing. A large number of sheep have been drowned, but for once the roads have practically suffered vet-v lutle damage.

I xcellent reports are being re- j cei dby the promoters of the Wellington Farmers Meat Freezing Company as to the progress of the canvass for shareholders. The amount promised definitely to date, and for which shareholders have been secured, is about £25,000, although a letter received by the Secretary, jes erday, stated that £7,000 w >rfch of shares would be placed ther; in the course of a few days The report of the Manager of the Borough Abattoir for the past month was read at the meeting of the Borough Council last evening, as follows: —Stock slaughtered.— Cattle 139, calves 15, sheep and lambs 689, pigs 83; wholly condemned cattle, 4, and sheep 2. The statement of receipts showed balance from last month £95 5s 3d, aggregate charges for the month £97 Is 6d, receipts during month £l2O 13s 6d, balance end of

July, £7l 13s 3d. The following sweater't rice list from the London "Daily Chronicle" shows the piece-work rate paid to English women for certain work, the hours worked, and the weekly wages earned: —Cigars, Is 4d per 100, 10J hours, 9s. 1 Caps for scent bottles, 11 hours, 6s. Collar studs, 3d per dozen, 10 hours, 4s 6d. Beaded bows for ladies' shoes, 6d per dozen, 10 hours, 6s. Bodice steels, 2fd per dozen, 10 hours, 3s 6d. Matchbox making, 2|d per gross, 16 hours, 9s.

"Are t*" f sual applications for relief as numerous as ever?" was a query put tu the Secretary of the Mastertun Benevolent Trustees (Mr G. A. Tabuteau) yesterday. "They are still coming in pretty freely," was the reply, "but there is a slight reduction, although this is the real midwinter month, and usually a bad period." Inquiries from other sources show that the labour market has a tendency to ease, which should relieve the responsibilities of charitable institutions.

News of a somewhat important character comes from Mauricevillc respecting the coal seams on Mr F. W. 11. Rummer's property. Mr Kummer, who has already spent a large sum in prosppcting, having opened up a considerable length of substantial drives, has been again investigating in a different direction. Up to this year eleven seams of coal were found, the deposits varying in thickness from a few inches to nearly two feet. Now there are indications of a still better seam ot a more superior quality of coal than that hitherto exposed.

The Secretary of the Masterton i. and f. Association, yesterday, revived the following letter from Mr j. deS. Baylis, Superintendent of Agricultural Experiments for the Mew Zealand Department of Agricul;ure:—"Sir,—We are importing :rom America some varieties o: naize. These will be grown in thi: :ou»try in the different districts, ant ;ested as to their suitability or greet Peed and ensihge purposes. In the jxperiments in green feed the maiz< will toe fed to cows, and infonnatioi collected as to the increase in yielt )f milk obtained, etc. I should like :o get some of these maizes growi in your district, either for greet feed foi dairy purposes, or for en silage purposes. Enough seed am fertilisers will be supplied for th< growing of one acre each. I wil reserve you seed for six experiments if you think you can get six goot inen to undertake them on differen joils and localities in your district.' A case which came before th< tVagga (New South Wales) Lan< Board last week served to iUustrati what may be done in that country :hrifty and energetic farm labourers 3ne of the applicants for a tilec iion was a lad between 18 and 3; /ears of age. It was shown in evi .lence that while working as a farn abourer the applicant had savec juffieient money to buy farm horses :osting in the aggregate £7l. an: ;hat he still had £6O cash in hand During harvest time he had receiver 15s per week and his keep fjt h-iving five horses in a stripper while ploughing he received 255 ; md for the rest of the year 20s per veek ar.d keep, A member of the ward remarked that if the Premie) would have a report of this case jrinted and circulated in England, ;here would be no difficulty in se curing desirable young man of the farm labourer class as immigrants the trouble would then De to keej them away.

At Brighton Parish Church, on' June sth, Mr Henry JBlaker, a member of a well-known Sussex family, was awaiting the wedding ceremony, when his intended bride notified that the wedding was postponed "for tha present." In Scotland 25 per cent, of familieslive in one room, and in Glasgow one-third of the population of families have no more than one room to huddle in, says "Collier's Weekly." Kilmarnock has only 28,000of a population, yet 35 per cent, of its families live in single-room tenements. -

At the Borough Council meeting; last evening, Cr Morris referred to the wretched state of Pownall street. Deputations had waited on the Council, and although they had besin promised that the road would receive attention nothing had beea done, Unfortunately, the road was a stock road, and as a result suffered severely. He would like some of those present to see it in its present state, as it was a disgrace to the Borough. He hoped the Council would do something in the matter, and moved that the Borough Engineer make a report in regard to the street. The motionVas seconded by Cr Rigg and carried.

A prominent physician, connected, with one of the hospitals in New York City, made the startling statement recently that 2,500 cases of infantile paralysis are treated in the public hospitals of New York every year, and that the malady is caused; by eating foods in which the process of decay had begun, but was not noticeable. Or. Frauenthal makes this statement, says " "Leslie's, Weekly," and he has the courage to add that the charges of the medical men have scared parents concerning the use of harmkss preservatives. As a result food which has begun to decay from lack of preservatives is given to young children whose condition cannot resist the bacteria it generates. The child can much more easily assimilate preservatives used in canned goods than it can toxic poisms

A London paper observes that the latest craze among the ultra-fashion-ables of London is to have <?irty faces. Some few years ago the same young men developed a fancy for perambulating the streets without hats, but the coming of thejautomfbile has changed the mode of showing that you are not quite as other men. Theidea is to carry just enough dirt to look like fast long distance riders who have just arrived and have had no time to remove the traces of locomotion. A slight disarray of the tie and collar is a great aid to the illusion while the real [artist will add a slight suggestion of cramp in the legs. A finishing touch is eiven by the oily smear on the nuse. This may seem like an exaggeration, but, it is not more absurd than the fashion of a century ago, when young men aspired to look like coachmen or jockeys.

A Wairarapa Age representative was shown yesterday a sample of pottery ware, made from some clay taken from the property of Mr F. W. Kummer, of Mauriceville, the deposits of which are practically unlimited, and are found in stiata< contiguous to the coal deposits thereThe article shown to tne pressman; was a striking illustration of the* value of the clay for all classes of pottery manulacturies, and particularly where non-porousnes3 and strength are required. The clay evidently possesses ideal qualities forsuch things as those beautiful mrderm roofing articles known as Fr rchi tiles. It is understood tbt,fc a troveiner.t is on foot locally to develop the valuable clay deposits at Mauriceville, and that samples of goods msu& from the clay are t*v be submitted to expert advice in Dunedin. preparatory to the formation of a e&mpany in connection with the work of development The chain of hills running; through the central Mauriceville district abound in the clay.

To the mind of the average municipal inspector the wilea of a certain class of milk vendor are, says the . Sydney "Telegraph," as cunning arc! numerous as those of the "heathen Chinee." Water is always cheaper thanmilk, and the temptation toretail the former at 5d per quart cause? many to risk even a. £2O fine.. One inspector, relating recently his experiences in search of the retailer* of water, told of a very ingenious plan. The vendor had only full; standard milk in the tank in his cart, and not a drop of watej everfound its way there. As he left the cart, however, to serve a customer, he took with him a from which? he measured the required quantity, After performing this duty he might have to pass a water tap, and at the right moment the liquid in his can was increased to his satisfaction.

More milk would be poured into the can from thu tank, and the process would continue at his pleasure. All this time he feared not the inspector, believing that the latter. Would take his samples from the tank. But even the best laid plan fails some time/ and this did at last. No wonder the city dweller cannot understand difference between the milk delivered to him and what he remembered havin drunk when in the country.

"I can't see why we should complain of the rabbits," remarked ari old man in a railway carriage the other day,- «ays the "Mataura Ensing." "They have done more for the puor man .and have caused more employment, than anything else in the country. Why, i rememberwhen in the seventies A—only employed four men—myself and three others—to lock si't.-r thesheep. Then the rabbits came alnng, and soon there were fourteen men. kept busy. Then there waa M station, where perhaps a doztn met* were engaged. When 'bunny' put in an appeal arice their wagts roll was s-oon aluml, and upwards of a hundred men and ioyswei'e encß^'ecl 1 destroying the Eo-called pests, p .eking provisions to those 'wavback ' and returning with skins. i could give you further instances. Brer Rabbit has given many a man a start, and I sometimes feel inclined, to take my hat off to him." "Yes," remarked another old identity, "the big snow of 'lh and the rabbits did more,than the graduated Hind tax can ever do to break up the big holdings > in these parts. But j'ou look at 4 'bunny' from a different standpoint when he overruns your own ground." For rheumatism, backache, faceache ear ache, neuralgia, and oth<jr muscular pains nothing can equal WITCH'S OIL (regis, toredj. 1

The YM.C.A. Debating Society 1 meet this evening to rehearse the debate to be held with the Wellington Association. The subject for debate is "la the Financial Legislative and Administrative Liberal Policy of the Paßt Nineteen Years Worthy of Continued Support." The attendance at the Methodist Church, last evening, was about double that of the previous night. Mr H. N. Holmes occupied the pulpit, and delivered powerful address on the text "God Forbid That I Should Glory in Anything but the doss of Christ, who Died at Calvary."

News from different parts of the province shows that the recent Btorm was impartial. At Featherston lain fell for 36 hours, and the rivers thereabout ran bank high. Shannon r ports considerable damage by the gale, and too much water; while at Otaki and neighbouring places the wind levelled old buildings, uprooted trees and played other disagreeable pranks.

A conference of Wairarapa Anglican Clergy was held in Masterton yesterday. There were present: Revs. H. Watson (Masterton), V. H. Kitcat (Eketabuna), A. T. Page (Greytown), J. Phillips (Tenui) and W. Raine. There was celebration of Holy Communion in S. Matthew's Church in the morning, after which the clergy adjourned to the Vicarage Where an interesting discussion tcok place on the "Revision of the Prayer £ook.

A Maoriland Press delegate attend ing a banquet in Loridon was sur prised to see that the cloak room attendant who took the hats at the door gave no checks in return. "He has a most wonderful memory," a Home pressman explained. "He's been doing that for years, and prides himself upon never having made a mistake." As the Maorilar.der was leaving, the attendant passed him his hat "How do you ,know that this one is mine?" "I don't know it, suh." "Then why do you give it to me?" "'Cause yo' gave it to zn«, suh." The Fire Brigade held their fortnightly meeting last evening, when there was a good attendance. The Secretary reported that the average attendance for the month had been 18$. Two honorary members were elected. Mr L. H. Lewis delivered a very interesting address on ambulance work, and first aid, for which he was accorded a hearty vote of thankt?. Subsequently the social committee met, when Messrs Thompson, Morris, McEwen and Arthur were appointed a programme committee. A joint committee meeting will be held on Friday night.

A meeting of the Masterton Branch of the Hibernian Society was held last evening, Bro. Richards (President) presiding over a large attendarce of members. Bros. H. O'Leary -and F. Treader were elected trustee?. Bros. Chapman, Curry and O'Regan were appointed delegates to the Friendly Society's Council. The balance-sheet for the quarter showing the Society to be in a very sound condition financially was adopted. After the meeting a card ♦nmnamenc with the local hairdressers was played, the hairdressers wir.ning by tw6 games. The fortnightly meeting of the Masterton Borough Council was held last evening. There were preent:— Mr P. L. Hollings (Mayor) and Ors W. Morria, J. C. Ewington, W. Pragijell, R. Rigg, T. G. Hoar, F. W. Temple, Jas. Elliott and J. Pauling. Leave of absence was granted to Cr Prentice, who is indisposed. Cr, Temple asked whether there was any basis on which the Fire Board made their demand for from the Councli. Ihe Mayor explained that the matter was enti rely in the hands of the Board. Mr J. C Boddington, Secretary of the Masterton Cemetery Trustees, wrote asking the Council to remove the trees that were overhanging several grave stones in the Cemetery. After discussion the matter was left in the hands of the Park Committee with power to act.

When James Baldwin, chief officer of the 5.9. Kaitangata, was coming i ashore on Monday evening with a | parcel under his arm, he was stopped j by a Customs official. In the Magis- j trate's Court, Wellington, yesterday, I he Was charged with bringing sshore goods on which duty had not been paid. He pleaded guilty. Mr P. W. Jackson, who defended, stated that defendant had not acted wilfully. The parcel was a case of carvers, which had been given to him by his tellow officers as a wedding present. He had just set up a home in Wellington, and was removing the gift from the ship. The duty was only 4s. Mr W. G. Riddell, S.M., said that the Court had no option but to enter a conviction. Besides defendant must be fined £3, three times the value of the goods, which would be forfeited. In answer to Mr Jackson. His Worship also stated that under the extenuating circumstances no doubt if representation was made to the Minister for Customs defendant might be allowed to retain possession of the goods.

A very touching incident took place in connection with the presentation of the gold stars for twenty-fivo years' service to Captain Spriggens and Fireman Beauchamo at the annual fire brigade function, reports the Wanganui "Herald." Foreman Beauchamp, who is an old and much respected resident of Wanganui, has been for over a quarter of a century one of the brigade's most energetic members, and until quite recently has been always ready to respond to the call of duty. Latterly, however, failing health has laid the veteran, who must have passed the allotted span of life, aßide, but his comrades engaged a cab to drive him to and from the supper room, in order that he might attend, and be decorated with the star Jhe had so well earned. After having the star pinned on his breast, Fireman Beauchamo in a manly speech returned his thanks, and then, with evident emotion, took occasion to farewell bis old comrades. He said that the Spartans of old were famed for keeping their faces to the foe, but he would retire with his face to his friends. The veteran then walked siowly backwards out of the room amidst a silence that was almost painful, and. thus ended his connection with the brigade, of which he had for so long been such an enthusiastic and honoured member. All present were deeply moved by the touching scene.

| A meeting of tha Social Committei of the Red Star Football Club was held last evening. The balance-sheet of the social was presented by the Secretary, and a net profit of £5 16s w|as shown. Donations were received by the Club from Messrs W. Strarg, of Gladstone, W. S. Lett, E. Welcn and Hole and Welch. S. Matthew's Club held a mock Borough Council meeting last evening, when there was a large attendance of members. Important municipal matters were discussed, such as street lighting and drainage

regulation of street traffic, the northern approach, all of which were discussed and disposed of in a businesslike manner: Mr T. Denbee actedin the capacity of Mayor. Mr D. W. Foreman notifies thf.it all persons found trespassing on hia property at Mikimiki will be prosecuted.

A capable man with family of experienced milkera seeks dairy with about 50 cows to milk on shares or otherwise. Mr J. Carpenter announces special prices in footwear during the current week. The stock is replete with the

best goods procurable within or without the Dominion. The special price

list will be found elsewhere. At the Masterton auction mart, on Saturday next Mr J. R. Nicol will sell on account of Messrs H. C. Gibbons and Co. a splendid as-

sortment of fruit trees, flowering and shelter shrubs and plants. Further particulars will be advertised to-morrow.

Messrs Krahagen and Chapman, merchant tailors, Perry street, have now on view a first-class assortment of new suiting materials for everyday wear. The firm make a specialty of dress suits, and their motto is quality, fit, style and satisfaction

The best is the cheapest, and this

is what Mr J. Kitchener, bootmaker, Queen street, claims for the class of footwear stocKed by him A special offer is now being made in respect of men's watertights, the line that is most serviceable lor outdoor wear at the present time. There is now a full complement of inmates in the Renail Solway Home, which has accommodation for eight. A stranger to Masterton who recently visited the home states that he found the institution to bs a model of its kind, and the enthusiasm of the Matron (Mrs Johns) in the welfare of her charges as only equalled by the contentment of the inmates.

I Those who made purchases at Messrs Hendry and Buxton's drapery and cl&t'ning establishment since the opening of the relinquishing sale, were enabled to recure large parcels of superior goods for very little money. The stock has been offered at absolutely cost price, and since Saturday last exceptional business has been recorded. The sale will continue until the whole of the goods are cleared.

Commencing to-day and for the next seven days Mr J. L. Murray has decided to offer stupendous baragins in all lines. The purpose of the sale is to enable the showroom to he enlarged so as to be able to compete with the extraordinary development of this department. During the sale all lines will b'e offered at specially reduced prices, the objective being a complete clearance. A number of lines are quoted in an inset circulated with this issue, and which should prove interesting read'ng. Samples of the high class enarrelling work done by Mr David Brown, cycle engineer, are on view iJ the window of his Queen street premises. The enamelling has been put without a blemisi., showing its permanency is guaranteed. Special apparatus has been secured for this class of work, which enables orders to be turned out promptly and at reasonable cost. Mr Brown Is also specialising in the fitting and repairing of free-wheels, and cyclists generally are invit:d (o place their requirements in this direction in his hands.

The tenders for the m. tor car a d cottage presented by Dr. Hosking to the Masterton Ladje9' Swimming Club close to-morrow at n> o .

Tb.! cottage, which is situated in Worksop road, is reported to bo a convenient five-roomed dwelling with bathroom, gas and all conveniences. The section has a 69ft frontage and a depth of 20l)ft, wh 1- ttie cottage has recently been completely renovated and should eitsiln let, it being considered a bargaiy at £250 The car is a 10 h.p. steam Turner-Miesse, fitted with Capecart hood, two sidelights, one light at the rear and Dunlop tyres. It is finished in brass and has been recently completely overhauled, so that everything is in tip-top order, and it is recommended as a speedy and good hill climber. All particulars can bs, obtained from Messrs Lyttle Bros,, at whose garage the car is on view A procession is to be held to-day, when members of the Club will demonstrate to the public the running qualities of the machine.

You have heard the old jests about buying a horse. A man ivho goes out to buy without knowledge generally gots taken in. It is much the same when it comes to buying pianos, or, for that matter, organs either. Get the advice of an expert. Consult tho Dresden Piano Co., Ltd. Mr M J. Brookes is manager for the North Island. He, or the resident agent, will guide you to the most satisfactory purchase, and will arrango for you the most satisfactory terms. Local representative, Mr T. B. Hunter.