LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 9683, 6 January 1910, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

A gale followed by heavy rain was experienced at Carterton on Tuesday evening.

The new steamer Ruahine, on her maiden voyage from London to New Zealand, is due at Wellington next Saturday morning with nearly 400 passengers.

The police records show that four hundred bicycles were stolen in Christchurch during the past year, their value being about £4,000. About half of them were recovered.

For selling liquor to Natives of Kawa, in the King Country, in February last, John Oliver has been fined the maximum penalty of £SO, in default three months' imprisonment.

Some fine crops are to be seen in Hawke's Bay this season, particularly of Algerian oats. The root crops are also good as well as rape. Dry weather is required, however, to harden up the feed. There will not be the same number of lambs off the mother this season as is usual

The crop reports m Canterbury are favourable, and the returns should be larger than those of last year. Oats have threshed, so far, lighter than was anticipated, owing to the hot weather The potato crop is also satisfactory, though there are a few. complaints of blight. The catalogues for to-day's Napier wool sale exceed 21,000 bales, establishing a record offering for the district. The brokers experienced considerable difficulty in placing arrivals owing to the lack of shed accommodation. To suit the convenience of buyers, the sale has been postponed till 2 p.m.

On Tuesday evening the annual meeting of the teachers of the Melhudist Sunday School was held the Rev. W. J. Elliott presiding writes our Carterton correspondent. The various reports and balance sheet were considered satisfactory. The following officers were re-elected: —Superintendent Mr D. T. King; Vice-superintendent Mr T. W. Foster; secretary Miss Ivy King; organist Miss Andrews; Cradle Roll superintendent Mis; Fensuam. The-dis-tribution of prizes will probably take place next montK

An extraordinary general meeting of shareholders of the Wellington Farmers' Meat Company, Ltd , was held yesterday afternoon, with regard to alterations in the articles of the Association. The ManagiDg Director, Mr J. C. Cooper, occupied the chair, and there was a fair attendance of members. The special resolutions regarding the articles of the Association were put to the meeting, and with one or two slight amendments were carried. Th amendment to the last of these provides that the provisonal payment of interest on the preference shares (those raised in Masterton) shall be limited to five years. Objection as raised by some of those present to provisional payment of interest on the preference shares, but it as pointed out by the chairman that the shares do not confer on the holders the right of voting at an election of directors, and consequently those shareholders wonld have no say in the conduct or the affairs of the company.

The Carterton Gun Club purpose holding a tropny shoot about the end of the month. . The annual picnic of the Parkvale Sunday School to be held on Tnursday week. The South Wairarapa Methodist circuit purpose hoUing their annual picnic on Mr W. McParland's grounds, Dalefield, on Anniversary Day. Permanent swings have been erected on the grounds. Seasonable greetings are to hand from the commercial staff of the "Uoit iuion", in the shape of a group photo raph. Among the group appears a well-known Wairarapa pressman, namely, Mr W. McKenzie. The most striking event of the agricultural year in Christchurfch is the awakening in some sections of the district to the possibilities of milk production. Onj district in isorth canterbury wnere there was only one butter factory twelve months ago has now three, and all witnm two miles of each other. At the meeting of the Wairarapa Amateur Swimming Club last evening, the following ladies' committee was appointed 10 supervise the catering arrangements for the carnival:— Mesdames J. M. (joradine fPresiI dent), A. Haughey, J. A. McEwen, J. W. Blackman, and J. Pryor.

A voung man named J was arrested on Sunday last on a charge of breaking and entering the residence of Mr T. Shaw on New Year's Day, writes our correspondent. He was brought before Messrs D. P. ' Lonst>y. and D. O'Connor, J.P.'s; at the Puiice Court, on Tuesday morning, a ci was committed for trial at 'toe next sitting of the Wellington dup rem Court.

A fire occurred ye.-terctay in a twostorkd building in High Street, Carterton, known as the Post Office Boarding House, writes our Carterton correspondent. The building was unoccupied. Though the flames had a good hold when the fire was discovered the efforts of the Brgade were successful in checking its progress. The building, which belonged t>> Mr Fred Wadharo, was insured in the jvNorthern Insurance Company for I £2OO. It was erected soon after I the big fire in 1872.

There is a probability of some important clianges being made in the South Wairarapa Methodist Circuit this year, writes our Carterton correspondent. An opinion exists amongst some of the adherents that the circuit must be divided and two separate circuits constituted. The matter will be considered at the quarterly meeting next week. At this meeting the Rev. W. J. Elliott will give his decision with regard to the invitation to remain in the circuit a fourth year.

At the meeting of the directois of the Wellington Farmers' Meat Company which was held yesterday afternoon priur to meeting of shareholders it is understood that a motion was brought forward by one of the South Wairarapa members to rescind the previous motion in favour of the Waingawa site. Considerable discussion took place on the question, and the motion was bst by five votes to two. The site question was again brought up at the meeting of shareholders subsequently, but those responsible were ruled out of order by the chairman.

A compliment was paid to the members of the police at the recent race meeting of the Wairarapa Racing Club, when Mr Cundy asked the members of the forca present into the . Stewards' Room, and thanked them on behalf of the Wairarapa Racing CJub for their able assistance in keeping the public off ..* the inside of the course and keeping order, writes our correspondent* The officer in charge of the district replied thanking Mr Cundy for the compliment paid to the members o£ the Force.

Many New Zealanders suffer from what is commonly known as hay fever.. This troublesome complaint is known in other parts of the world. The task of saving the people of Chicago from hay fever has been undertaken by an aldermanic committee and the Health Department. It has been decided that the cutting of all the weeds within the city limits will prevent the malady. An ordinance has been prepared requiring anyone to mow their weeds under tha penalty of a fine. This measure places upon the Health Department cf seeing whether the measure is complied with.

A new use has been found for the Boy Scouts in London. During the dense fogs that settled over Peckham in the early part of November the lads of the 32nd South London Scouts constituted themselves patrols at night. Three omnibus routes converge at the northern end of the Common, and it was there that the fog was thickest, and the drivers of all public vehicles had the greatest difficulty in rinding their way. The lads, who had to pass the spot, grasped the danger of the situation at once, and using their "bull's-eyes" for keeping the kerbstone and other obstacles in view, they acted each evening as pilots for the horses until the stress of the traffic was over. Needless to add, the omnibus companies, the drivers and the passengers were all appreciative of the valuable assistance the boys thus rendered.

There was a good attendance at the Town Hall, last evening, when the well-known and popular play "Uncle Tom's Cabin" was staged by the Taylor-Carrington Dramatic Company. The drama was handled in a most capable manner by the Company, atnd those present thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the programme. The pathetic deaths of "Little Eva", and Uncle Tom, the cruelties practised by Legree and the bold fight for freedom put up by the quadroon, George Harris and his wife Eliza were depicted in a most realistic manner. The melodies, choruses aud coon songs introduced, together with the splendid scenery and effects, were a special feature. Miss Carirington appeared in her clever impersonation of "Topsy," while Mr Taylor sustained the character of Simon Legree most convincingly. Among the other characters taken with exceptionatl merit were "Uncle Tom" (Mr C, Archer), "Eva" (Little Lyla), "Mr St. Clair" (Mr C. M. Keegan), Mrs St. Clair (Miss Minnie Lancaster), "Phineas Fletcher" (Mr H. Bilton), "George Harris" (Mr ¥. Devonport), "Eliza' 1 (Miss Nellie Oalton)

A man named Charles Gurote was, arrestedJast nigtit on charges of attempting to create a breach of the peacee and resisting the police He will appear at the Police Court this morning. At the Magistrate's Court, jesterflay morning, before Mr R. H. Turton, S.M., Albert Victor Sly, alias Joseph. Welch, on remand, was ■charged thatlhe did attempt to commit suicide on December 22nd. Serjeant Miller stated the particulars of the case, which have already been published in these columns. Accused #as convicted, and ordered to come .uj) for sentence at any time within tfiree months.

The staffs of the providore departments of Home liners coming to New Zealand are often largely made up ot 31-per-month men, who sign on for the trip cut, and 30 or 40 stewards so employed on the Corinthic were discharged at Wellington a couple of ago. At' this time of the year there is a good demand for cooks and ■waiters, and the immigrants have almost all been able to find employment. Those arriving in the winter months are not usually so successful.

fa A miraculous escape from death sas experienced by the tbree-year-ofosonof Mr Rod, of Johnsonvile The engine-driver of the train which left the Tbomdon station at 2 p.m. on Monday observed the mite standing on the railway line about a quarter of a mile from the Porirua station The whistle was sounded and the'brakes applied, but the engine struck the child and knocked him clear of the line. Excepting a severe -~_ shaking and a scratch on the face, the boy was little the worse for the experience. • An advertiser requires a girl to assist in housework.

» A young lady is wanted to share rooms—can have board if desired. *~Agoo<fgeneral servant is required "tjy Mrs Logan, Lansdowne. *£Mr C. ETfJaniell has several thousand feet of second-class timber for sale. Mr J. J. Spillane's advertisement, appearing in another column, should interest every cyclist in the district. Z Three good painters are required Jt>y Messrs Hausmann and Fox, painters, Masterton. " A young active man, with dogs, for sheep and station work, and a .man for milking cows and general work, are required by an advertiser* * JAs showing the value of the Age -as an advertising medium it might be mentioned that a watch lost on New Year's Day and advertised for in the Age was found at Carterton £nd returned to its owner in Masterton yesterday.

The Masterton Farmers' Implement Company have now on hand a large stock of Donagby's binder twine. This twine is being used by 'a large number of farmers, the -quality being first-class and the price -reasonable. The stock of ladies' footwear at Mr J. Carpenter's Central Boot Store has been augmented by the importation of numerous choice lines in tan shoes. Ladies should make a point of inspecting the display in the show • room. fc& Messrs Abraham ana Williams, Hwffl., Will bold an unreserved sale of ?Mr E. W. Toogood's stock and furniture at Lorgbush, Gladstone, tomorrow (Friday). About' 300 head of sheep will be offered, and also toigh-clasa and new furniture. The isale will commence at 1 p.m. sharp.

>f A reminder is given of the auction sale to be held by Messrs W. B. Chennells and Co., on Saturday afternoon next, who, acting under instructions from the mortgagee, will offer for sale the old Masterton Hospital site, together with all the buildings thereon. Ihe property is splendidly adapted for residential purposes, and has a frontage to' two •streets., A number of valuable buildings are on the property, inahiding the matron's cottage, which tjould be turned to profitable ac- • count, while the Hospital building is constructed of the best heart of totara. The property is,watered by a permanent stream, and the beautiful 'Ornamental trees which adorn the grounds have only been planted and cultivated at considerable cost. Since the advent of the dairy regulations the question of paving their cowsheds and yards is one that has -engaged the serious attention of all dairy farmers, and has only been •coped with after considerable expense, and a good deal of labour. will be pleased to learn, however, that the Cement Pipe Company, Ltd., Masterton, are now making cement flags for this pur--pose. These flags are easily and j quickly laid, and in addition they overcome the mud trouble, which is perhaps the greatest of drawbacks to dairy-farming. They will give everlasting wear, and the ease with •which they can be set is a special 'feature. In addition to this the flags can be taken up and sold like any other movable property should the lease of a farm expire. Full particulars will be supplied to applicants who should forward measurments of ;sheds when writing.

The Wairarapa Amateur Swimming Club's annual carnival to be iheld on the Park' Lake on Monday 24th (Anniversary Day) promises to ba the most successful yet held by •tVe club. Numerous side-shows will be provided, and will include Merry-go-round, ball alley, and shooting •gallery. The Ruahine Battalion Band has been engaged to play both at the carnival and at the entertainment in the evening, and will leave the Post Office at 8 o'clock with,the procession for the Park. In the evening tte Park will be illuminated, and a fireworks display given. Fire balloons will el?c be lit up at • intervals, and a magic lantern display given. Among the competitions will be one from "Hades." Special train arrangemerts have been obtained for the carnival, the last train leaving :Masterton for Wellington at 5.30 p.m. ' SLEEPLESSNESS. Sleeplessness frequently arises from the liver. If the liver is out of ord r it affects the nerves, and if your nerves are in any way affected you cannot sleep. Do not resort to narcotics; a course of Cnarnberlain's Tablets will set your live right. and you will soon enjoy refreshing sleep. For sale by all chemists and storekeepers. i Customs and .borwaraing Agents—J J, CUETIS & CO., Customhouse Quay Wellington, will clear your goods and forward to you, or you may consign goods . to them, and they will forward to their TRhimate destination. Moderate charges.