LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 9652, 17 November 1909, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

There is an epidemic of whooping cough and influenza at present in the Tenui district. The steamer Turakma arrived in v\ ellington yesterday from London. Patrols of Girl Scouts are being formed with much enthusiasm in Dunedin. Shearing is in full swinsr in the Tenui district, and some splendid clips are being obtained. ; Miss Ada Cross ley is singing in London this season at the Sunday concerts. The Mayor of Christchurch has received a cheque for £SO from Madame Melbn, to be iriven to charitable purposes. Several farmers in the Tt Ore Ore district have put in crops of grass for seed, all of which are in a forward condition. iJDannevirke is progressing. The local Uorough Council has decided to procure an up-to-date water cart without delay. At Waverley on Tuesday a bookmaker named H. Hart wns arrested on a charge oZ having "welshed" a boy fur £5 ss. It is reported that the Matahiwi School may probably be closed shortly for a certain period, owing to the small number of children attending. A sitting of the Magistrate's Court will be held at Tenui to morrow, when two local cases will be heard. The total value of the assets of the Friendly Societies in New Zealand is £1,123,886, of which the value ot the sick and funeral benefit funds is £1,034,196. The induction of Rev. J. Tennant : to the Presbyterian Church at | Martinboruugh will probably take place in the second week in December. Three hundred and seventy-five cases of cheese will be forwarded to I London by the next steamer by the ! Featherston Co-operative Dairying Company. Messrs H. Holmes, (Matahiwi). and A. B. Wood have been appointed to judge the Masterton Agricultural and Pastoral Association's school gardens eomnetitions. The last ordinary meeting ot the present vVairarapa District Hospital Board will be held to-day. A new board will be elected at a meeting of delegates from the various local bodies interested on November 24th. The vacancy in the Eketahuna County Council caused by the resignation of Mr D. M.Pitcaithly has been filled by the election of Mr R. Pitcaithly, he having been the only candidate nominated for the position. On Saturday, November 27th, the moon will rise eclipsed at sunset. The eclipse will be total and visible all over New Zealand. The middle of the eclipse will be at 8.25 o'clock, and the last contact with penumbra at 11.8 p.m. A boy named Ernest Alberthsen, second son of Mr C. Alberthsen, of Nireaha, met with an accident on Sunday last while shooting rats, a missile from the pea rifle he was using entering his left leg. He was sent to the Pahiatua Hospital for trsatment.

Miss Ada Ferrar, who used to play leading lady to Mr Julius Knight in Mr J. C. Williamson's touring com' panics in Australasia, is to appear in a one-act play, "The Gentlemen of the Road," at Mr Herbert Trench's repertory theatre, the Hayraarket, when "King Leat," now running, is withdrawn. The Featherston Rifle Club fired a competition on Saturday last, the best scores being as follows:—L.Benton, 88, H. Williams 84, R. V» Bockett 81, A. Benton 74. The following are the handicaps for the match next Saturday: H. Williams scratch, T. Benton 2, u. Nix 2, R. V. Bockett 5, L, Benton S, A- (Jundy 7. T. Sinclair 11, J. Parker 12. A. Benton 15, W. Tinney 15, W. Nix 20, A. Tait 20. The monthly meeting of, the Methodist Ladies Guild was held at the residence of Mrs H. Beale, Pine street yesterday afternoun. There was a good attendance, and the Rev. C. E. Porter occupied the chair. A programme of songs and recitations rendered by Mesdames Jackson, Parton and Edwards, and the Misses DanielL contributed to the enjoyment of a pleasant afternoon. Refresh ments were partaken of and the meeting closed with a hearty vote of thanks to the hostess. There is considerable rivalry between Napier and Hastings. INapiar is anxious for a tram service and Hastings l thinks it should be similarly equipped. The Hastings Borough Council has therefore decided to ask for further information from the company that has offered to instal a petrol tram service, and at the same time to ascertain the approximate cost of an electric traci tion service, with a view to a municipal installation

i Trade in the Maori as an article lof export is developing. A quantity lof him is already in America, some of him is going to a summer resort in Australia, and now it is reported in Wellington tn it a mixed party of I Maoris, about fjity in number, has | been engaged to eater for the enterI tainment of the London public at the Hippodrome. Tht-y will be mostly Rotorua natives, i nd it is expected I that they will be absent from New I Zealand for about eleven months. The performances will consist of pd dances, hakas, etc. It is understood that after a season in London the troupe wil! tour the English pro- ! vinces and Scotland. I The funeral of the l;«te Mrs Hoffmann took place yest.rday I and was largely attended. The Very Rev. Dean McKenna officiated at the graveside, and also at the service in St. Patrick's Church. Messrs J. W. Bockmann, J. Treader, V Bockmann and J. Siamonek acted as pallbearers. The late Mrs Hoffmann, who was in her 77th year, arrived in New Zealand over 26 years ago. The deceased lady left one son, four daughters, and four stepdaughters to mourn their loss. Tli« son is Mr J. Hoffmann, of Miramar, Wellington, and the daughters are: —Mesdames J. W. Bockmann, of Masterton; Arthur Smith, of Kaiaea, King Country: C. Chambers, Lyndhurst, South Canterbury: and W. Hall, of Picton Mesdames A. Stempa, of Masterton, and J. Siemoniek, senior, of Masterton, are daughters. There arj »}so two step-daughters in America,

When the last mail left Sydney, Newcastle coal was being retailed there at £3 per ton. Me?3rs J. Hunter and C. E. Daniell will represent Masterton employers at the meeting of the New Zealand Employers' Federation,, to be held at Wellington, to-mor-row. There is a Rood deal of feeling at the Addington Workshops just now in regard to further dismissals,, which have taken place, and which are pending. It is stated that, in the smiths' shop, the number of journeymen has been reduced from 45 to 17, and that lately, 14 have been sent » out of the fitters' shops. Considerable interest is being taken by farmers in the experiments, with wheat plots that are being cultivated under the auspices of the Masterton A. and P. Association, with wheat supplied by the Government The crops are well forwarri, and will be inspected at an earlv fbte by Mr Bayliss, of the Department of Agriculture, who is payinu a visit to Masterton for the purpose. What is claimed to be a record shipment of butttr ever made by one firm from New Zealand was established by the New Zealand Dairy Association on Saturday, when 5,986 boxes of butter were sent from Unehunga by the Corinna for transhipment to the Kimutaka a*; Wellington. The previous largest quantity was 5,142 boxes—a shipment despatched by the same firm about a fortnight ago. A London corresponjent, writing on October bth, says:--The official organ of the English Hockey Association does not hold out much hope of a hockey team visiting New Zealand at present. "They have," it says, "many difficulties in the way, and although, thanks to New Zealand hospitality, the only expense would bP the return fares of the team, it is impossible that any tour of this kind can be arranged just yet." The "Otago Daily Times" supplies an instance of quaint mistakes made occasionally when messages are sent over the telegraph wires. A gentleman in a northern town, learning of a journey to be made by a southern friend, wrote inviting him to stay a night. The reply was not satisfactory. It was the laconic message: "Think sold chaff; going straight home." Telegrams demanding expla ation were exchanged, official channels moved, and at laat the original message came through as "Thanks, old chap; going straight home.'' At the Foresters' Hal Mast evening, Messrs Thompson and Payne again presented the superb programme which has drawn large audiences for the past three nights. This programme was undoubtedly o'>e of the best yet presented. Tnis evening a complete change is announced, when* some more novelties in cinematography will be shown. A beautifuli historical film entitled "Samson"' will be shown for the first time here,, and a fine collection of dramatic subjects are'promised. The scenic list. is very strong, and includes a fine view of the country between Quebec and Niagara. An excellent range of." comics will be shown.

Interesting sHeliehts on the tightness of money and the way the Gaming Act operates in "restricting"' betting:—The "aggregate amount of money "invested" iu the totalisator at the Canterbury Jockey Club's, spring meeting and the New Zealand trotting meeting at Christchurch wasabout £135,000, while bookmakers' fees totalled s.:tne £5,000. Bookmakers at Riccarton made no secret of the fact that it was quite the most profitable meeting they have everexperienced. One Christchurch layer —considered formerly one of the "small fry"—is reported to have won over £2.000. A safe estimate of their segregate winnings is set down at £50,000.^ The case of Higgins and Froggate,, of Birmingham, England, v. W.. Shaw, of Masterton, a claim for £9o' on an indent order, commenced ai fortnight ago, was concluded at the Magistrate's Court at Wellington yesterday. Additional witnesses werecalled by defendant to that he had' been specially promised certain invoices and catalogues which had not come to hand, also expert evidence as to the custom of indentors. Mr G. H. Cullen addressed the Magistrate (Dr McArthur) to some length on points of law, and at the conclusion of this his Worship reserved his decision on various pointß raised by counsel. Judgment will be given on. Tuesday next.

The first of a series of local compe>titions organised by the Masterton< Fire Brigade took pWe in the Park: last evening, being a "one man hose and hydrant" event. The result wasas follow/:—T Feilding 50 2-ssec, 1; B. Morris 52 1-ssec, 2; H. Selby 53 3-ssec, 3; J. Brooks 53 4 ssec, 4';;

G. Clifford 56 3-ssec, 5; S. Dixon. 57 1 -ssec, 6. The gold medal presented by Messrs Johnston Bros, for the junior heading the list goes to 8.. Morris, wnoae time was 52 l-ssec,. and Mr E. PragneH's silver medal for the next best junior to J. Brooks. The officers, for the competition werer —Judges, Messrs E. Braggins? and C. A. Ewington; starter, Mr C. J. Mackeilar; timekeepers, Messrs E. Mercer and E. Hooper, all of whom gave every satisfaction.

In connection with the Masterton A. and P. Association's schouF gardens competitions marks will be awarded as follows:■— Best plot at Masterton District High School (including care of tools) General: appearance of plot, straightness of rows, freedom from weeds, condition of soil, maximum 35 points; quality and quantity of vegetables, maximum 35 points; educational value of work done, maximum 30 points. Best garden at other schools (including care of tools), open for competition to all children attending schools ia (he Masttrton electorate, and schools adjacent to the Masterton Castlepoint road-—Variety, maximum 10' points; condition, maximum 15 points. Best plot at other schools (including ca're of tools), open for competition to all children attending; schools in the Masterton electorate and schoolb adjacent to the Masterton Castiepoint load—General appearance of plot, straightness of rows,, freedom from weeds, condition of soil, maximum 30 points; quality and quantity of vegetables, maximum 20 points; adverse circumstances,, e.g.. poorness of soil, absence of water, exposed situation, etc, maximum 10 points; educational value of work done, maximum 20 points; condition of tools, 2l> points.

At the Wellington Supreme Court 3«Bterday, Alfred and Rolnnd John Ranger were acquitted on a etiarge of breaking.mto.the shop of A. Wnite, tobacconist, of Masterton, and stealing goods thereform. The Wheat crops an the Masterton district this season .are .looking particularly well. She .rowings are considerably larger than,for the, pre-, and should ithe favourable weather continue there is every indication that the yield will be a good one. Mount lloldsworth this year.proraises to b: more ctnan usually popular witn touritt.. Despite the fact that the season ,s yet.carly a nun.ber of parties have already.madd the asce t, and while Ahewiew has a/ a rule been somewhat obscured the tr p has nevertheless proved an enjoyable one. A sale of work and xuuio,exhibition ■under the auspices of the Methodist Church will open in Mictoria Hall, , Carterton, to morrow afternoon, and -, -will continue for three .days. Some israreand valuable curios have .been secured from ail flaris .of line. ..Dominion, and this part of the Pair, -jalone will be worth seeing. The .Hon. ( JD. Buddo, Minister for internal Affairs, is coming up to .perform .the ceremony. M A number of visitors ,imm .thp ,sreytown Glee Club and tne Oreheattral Society were present at the concert given in the Town Hail (last .eyening by the Masterton Qrcheatral ;Society. At the concluaion of the) performance they were entertained; ,'at supper by the local members. Mr ; H. Jnns, the chairman, m behalf .of; •she , local members, extended ,a welcome to the visitors. .Vpnsiderable interest is being takeaa \ hy children at schools in the Master | ilpp district in the schools gardens! competitions that have been carried j ajut under the auspices of the Master-! *on A. tfid P. Association. The plots »t of the schools are aftready well in Jiand, and the competitions irom m educational point of view alone will prove ot considerable value to t the children, who are ably assisted teachers. The Jfaqt that the sawmiMing inctaatry in the Wairarapa fhows a tendency toiinjprove may be taken as an indication that the period of depression jsjiowly but surely pass- y ing away. Business is not yet so brisk as it might be, but the number of new buildings that are being erected have £iven it a slight impetus, which there is every reason to',beileve will be maintained as the season advances.

A conference of members of the Anglican Cfa>W<ch lip, the Wairarapa will open at Masterton to-morrow morning, not nejct Tuesday, as stated in yesterday's Age, an?) wi'l be presided over by the Bishop of Wellington, Dr Wallis. The subjects and speakers are sb follow:; "Christian Science and Mental or Spiritual Healing," Bishop WaJ&s; "The church's work amongst Young Women," Revs. C H, feaftcson and A. T. B. Page, Mrs Wallis and Miss Whittaker; "How to win Men to active membership of the (Church," Jtevs!*J. H. Sykes and J. D. sßussell, <md Messrs R. G. HoweatiiJ. W. Blackman: "The teaching &i the Church with regard to the acquisition and possession of wealth," Reve, V. H, Kitcat and W. Raine, and Messrs J. I'. Fowler and J. S. Tripe. The conference will open at 10.30 a,m. with Holy Communion in B. Matthew's Church. Messrs Gillespie and Co. have vacancies lor shearers and stating hands. Mr J. 3. Spillane, Cycle agent. Exchange Buildings, announces a sale ot high-claBS bicycles. Particulars o#th* bicycles held in stock and the reductions to be made from the usual acllii g prices are set out in an advertisement which appears elsewhere in this issue. The present time is opportune for painting and re-decorating the home. Mr W. H Cole, painter, Chapel Street, keeps a large and well assorted stock of wall papers, friezes and decorations. With an efficient staff of workmen Mr Cole will undertake all classes of work in town or country. A most successful sale has been cond*£ted by Mr P. Hamill, draper, Ma«Jmon, and satisfactory business has resulted, while the public fully appreciate the opportunity offered the* for bargains. The sale will conclude on Saturday next, and in the meantime special lines will be Still further reduced. * Messrs" Keeling and Wynn-Wil-liams, Ltd., are prepared to make arrangements with farmers for hay and straw pressing, chaff cutting and j threshing. They have a thoroughly modern plant with which to undertake the work with capable men in charge. The firm's offices are in Qusen street, Masterton. It'is always pleasing to write up the sbccfcSß of colonial enterprise. At the Napier wool sale on 12th inst., . out of twelve clips which received special mention in the brokers' reports, five were dipred. in White's dip, including the wool which topped the market at 14d per lb. The followingf&sSi the particulars of the clips mentioned:-Mr B. J. White, Porangahau, 14d: Mr R. H. Tod Kaikora North, 13Jd; Messrs F. J. Witherow and Charles Limpu*, Patangata, 13d; and Mr Davis Can ring, Oakbourne, Poiangahau, l?£d. One of the best known trading firma in the Dominion is that oi Messrs McGruer and Co., drapers and clothiers, with headquarters a 1 Invercargill, and branch businesses ir ' Timaru, Gore, Bluff. Kaitantrata, Orepoki, Wanganui, Hawera, Feild ing, Eltham, and nov» at Masterton The' business in this town successfully conducted for years past by Mi H. A. Wnelch has been purchased by Messrs McGruer and C->., whi took possession yesterday The pre mises adjoining recently occupied b; the late Mr H. Petersen, has alsi been acquired, and a large archwaj is to be put in between the twe shops. \ The new premises will hi devoted solely to the display am aate of clothing and mercery. Having such a large number o branches to feed Messrs McUruei ~ and Co., buy heavily on the hom markets for spot cash, and o: advantageous terms, and the: promise the public of the Wairarap that superior goods will b obtainable from them at unusuall reasonable rates. Mr W. a Mitchell, Who is to act as manage of the MaHterton branch, is a enterprising man who will doubtles xan the business on up-to-date lines.

Particular of a bay mare impounded from Kuripuni are advertised elsewhere. Ad advertiser has for sale a new steel windmill with pump, piping and tanks complete. The management of the W.F.C.A. announce thatjstrawberries and cream can now be obtained at their tea rooms. During this week Messrs George and Kersley, of the "Economic," Wellington, are making a special .clearing offer of ladies new and stylish skirts and bteuses. Full particulars will be found en page 6 of this issue. Men's hats in all styles and quality .are held in large supply by Mr J. L. Murray, draper acd mercer, of Queen -Street,. A peraisial of his advertisement which appears elsewhere has special reference to this branch of his i-Eor summer spurt and pastime Mr ■ Jas. Elliott has a , full supply of cricket, croquet, and tennis goods. These have been imported direct from the>3b est makers in ti»« old world- A visit.of inspection will be cordially .Effervescent Saline, purifying, refreshing, invigorating to all who suffer from sickness, headache, sluggish liver, .etc Price, 2/6. H. T. Wood, Chemist &nd Pharmacist I bv ex*m.). 'Masterton *