LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 10240, 17 May 1911, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

John McOhee, a miner, .aged 35,, was killed by a fall of coal in Raltangata mine on Monday night. James Glendining and Joini Haine liavu been committed for trial at Gisborne on a charge of perjury in connection with a recent liquor case.

Nominations close at mid-day today for the three vacant seats on tae Masterton Trust Eands Trust.

Mr J. J, Bailey, of the Indian and Poona Mission Field,' will sreal: in Knox Church, Masterton.' tliir; evening. He will be dressed in the native costume and sing native songs, accompanying himself on native instruments. The meeting will be a public one. and a collection will be taken up in t.hp interests of + he 'rissioi.

The Westport Harbour Board has decided to sell the bucket dredge Erskine and have s large and more up-to-date dredge built. The usual civil sittings of the Masterton Magistrate's Court will be held to-morrow. The list is not a formidable one.

Mr «T. C. Boddington reports that the rainfall registered at tlia Upper Plain for Ihe 24 hours preceding 9 a.m. on Tuesday was 6 points. Seventeen scholars who had matriculated at the Masterton District High School received grants of £lO each last year from the Masterton Trust Lands Trust,

Mr W. C. Buchanan. M.P., will address the electors in the Belvedere schoolroom this evening, at Waihakeke to-morrow (Thursday; evening, and at Parkvale on Friday eevnmg next. The Hospital Committee and the Charitable Aid Committee of the Wairarapa Charitable Aid Board have decided to meet in the office of the secretary, (Mr N. D. Bunting) during the winter months.

Mr Justice Edwards has held that the game of "Hoop-la," which was recently played successfully in Masterton with a circular table and rings, is a game of chance, and prohibited by law-

A Westport telegram states that' John Purze, an old age pensioner, aged seventy-one, was found hanging in a hut on Sunday morning, and a verdict was .returned of suicide while of unsound mind.

The monthly meeting of the Counofl of the Masterfcon Chamber of Commerce will be held on Friday afternoon next. A general meeting of members of the Chamber will subsequently be held.

The turn-out in which the ActingPrime Minister was driven romid Masterton was provided by Mr Tom Holland. The vehicle was spick and span, the splendid pair of greys were in good condition, and the livery was complete in every detail. Prior to his departure for the north on Tuesday, the Hon. James Carroll oomplimented Mr Holland upon his turnout, which he said Avaa on© of tho finest he had seen in New Zealand.

Messrs Redmond and Donovan, the Irish delegates, delivered an address at Hawera on Monday night on Home Rule, before a large and enthusiastic meeting. Clergymen of several denominations were present and took part in the complimentary votes. , A motion in sympathy with Home Rule \ffas unanimously carried. About £2OO has been collected in Hawera in aid of the Home Rule fund. It is understood that the committee of the Wairarapa Caledonian Society has made arrangements with Mr H. Pearson, of Carterton, W take charge of the Caledonian Society's Pipe Band as Pipe Major. Mr Pearson was formerly Pipe Major to the Ashburton Pipe Band, and is recognised as an authority in pipe band matters.

At a special meeting of the Masterton County Council, held yesterday, the amendment to the heavy traffic ,by-laws, l-ringing tlbe Upper Taueru Riding under their operation, was confirmed. A resolution was also passed by way of special order, enlarging the boundaries of the Lansdowne Water Supply area so as to include 20 i acres of the property of Mr A. Matthews.

>At the meeting held in Khox schoolroom, Masterton, last evening, for the purpose of formms: a section or company of senior cadets under the 1 new military training scheme, between 25 and 30 lads, between the ages of 14 and 18, signified tlieir willingness to join the corps. jor McChrystell was present, alid pointed out the serious consequences of not enrolling. Two canvassing teams were appointed, and they-will report at a meeting to bo held on Thursday week. At a well-attended meeting of St. Matthew's Club in Masterton last night, it was unanimously decided to, form a senior cadet onrre. Sergt.Major McChrystell was present and explained the matter very clearly to those present. A number of members were enrolled. Those who had previously registered and wish to be enrolled as members of the St. Matthew's Corps are asked to the vicar know as soon as possible. Others who have not yet registered and wish to join the St. Matthew's Corps, are asked to do so by informing the vicar or the Sergt.-Maior o.<? scon as possible, that the lists may be completed at an early date. An interesting demonstration of lead-burning was given at the Technical School workshop in Masterton last evening by Mr E. C. Isaac, Inspector of Manual and Technical Instructicta. A dozen of the plumbers of the district, including some from Carterton, wero present, nn<l keenly watched the operations, whicl* were highly successful,, Mr Isaac verv kindly took the trouble to arrange for the apparatus to be sent d'-wu from Napier, ard with it Quick!v deaionsrtratei hew flat pieces of lea*i may be welded tegether into one solid piece and in such a manner as to completely hide the join, and this without the use of solder. Mr Isaac also showed how the same process may be advantageously used in dealing with sections of lead piping. The plumbers present greatly appreciated the interest taken by Mr Isaac in matters relating to their business.

DON'T BE BASHFUL. "There's many a good thing lost bv not asking for it." The man who is now grinding away at a labourer s wag© might have been earning a Cabinet Minister's income if he had exercised his will power earlier in life. That's the great secret of some men's sucoess—when they see a "good thing" they decide to use it to the best of their ability, as | far as it s.ff6cts "fclicm. Now, if you | own a camera, or are interested in | this most fascinating hobby, your success as a photographer largely depends upon familiarity with the numerous incidentals such as developers, mounts, re-touchicg apparatus, etc, _ There is one good way of familiarising yourself with these necessary articles, and that is by looking ovei the catalogue of Cameras and Photographic Accessories which ie sent post free to any address by the Imperial Camera ' Company. We wouldn't ask you to send: for this catalogue if it was no good to you. It is useful to every owner of a Cam* era, professional or amateur. Yon ran make the photos you take at Easter, life pictures if you know the best means of finishing them—this catalogue will help you. It only costs a 'half-penny, the price of a postcard on which you write the j short message t-sking for ft. Step into # the post rfffioe when you are passing, buy the card; write the message, and post it to the Imperial Camera Co., Willis-street, U'eUing-

A poll on a proposal of the Akitio County Council to raise a loan of £28,000 is to be taken on Saturdcay.

At the annual meeting of the Pahiatua Brass Band, Mr J. Trezise was reelected bandmaster.

It is expected that the revenue of the State will be increased by between £150,000 and £200,000 by the death of the late Mr E. J. Riddlford.

Among the delicacies at a weliiag breakfast in Masterton yesterday waa a portion of the bride's parjit'* wading cake, which was consi If al:i* m «?r. twenty years old.

Mr Jabez Bridges will address the electors on the No-License question at the Claroville Hall this (Wednesday) evening, and at Kaiwaiwai to-morrow, (Thursday) evening.

As a memorial of the late Mr G. Wheeler, it has been decided to raise a sum of £I4OO by public subscriptions for the erection of a sheep pavilion on the Manawatu and West Coast A. and P. Association's grounds.

At its meeting on Saturday last, says the Express, the Eketahtfna County Council decided to engage a man to %o round the district and ascertain the names of those who had unregistered dogs in their possession with the object of instituting- proceedings.

"Those responsible for taking sheep over the Rimutaka incline in open trucks should be had up for cruelty to dumb animals," remarked a member of the Eketahun* County Council at Saturday's meeting.

At a meeting of the Eketahuna County Council a few days back, it was resolved to write the Eketahuna and Masterton Chamber of Commerce, stating that the Council would give its support to any scheme which had for its object the doing away with the Rimutaka incline.

That sterilised air is an effective remedy for milk fever was demonstrated in Eketahuna on Monday morning, when a valuable cow, the orooerty of Mr F. C. Turnor, which had been down for nineteen hours, waa up and about within an hour after being operated on by Mr E. J*. Bu.t, veterinary chemist.—Express.

Those interested in the Masterton Hospital—and who is not?—are reminded of the meeting to be held in the Borough Council Chambers this afternoon to arrange for a hospital jball lor the provision of an X-rav apparatus.

' There was a large attei l:i:i"!e at' St. Matthew's Club, in .vfusterton last night, when Mr H. H. IVmald gave an interesting paper ;f. uFockey." He traced the hislvry ;»f the game from very early timos. ninl showed how it has assumed its [ went form. The paper wxs i-.'i -li enjoyed, and the subject will lie erntinaed at a further meeting. *»'<!xt we»ff th® members themselves will speite on "My Trade." A special feature at tho. orchestral concert in Masterton will be a beautiful Bell Gavotte. The solo, part will be performed by Mr Frank McKenzia on the glockenspiel, and requires expert treatment. Miss V. Edwards and Mr H. F. Green will supply the vpcal portion of the programme. , The usual monthly meeting of the Masterton Methodist Ladies' Guild was held yesterday afternoon in the schoolroom. There was a full attendance of membeijs, and a programme of music, recitations, and readings contributed to the enjoyment of those present. Several new members were proposed and accepted, and the Guild also welcomed Mrs Prior, wife of the Rev. S. F. Prior, a former minister of tho church, who is visitina Masterton. Refreshments were provided by the hostesses, Mesdames H. Beale and G. Boh gey. Referring to tne.recent fatality in. Masterton, the Manawatu Standard says:—The Masterton accident occurred at 10.15 on Saturday night, itnd very probably in a none too well- •. lighted yard. As a rule the lighting of the railway yards in New Zealand is deplorably defective. In some cases, as in Palmerston for instance, it is glaringly and culpably defective. As a railwayman expressed it, in an interview recently published in the Standard, each shunter at night in the Palmerston yards "carries his life in "his hands," all through the night. It is a deplorable thing that railway men should bo expected to take such risks in the performance of their ordinary duties. It is by cheese-paring of this paltry nature that our railways ace made to show a profit, over which the Minister is so exultant?

Mr W. H. Cole, painter, paperhanger, and decorator, elsewhere draws attention to a notice affecting the electors of the district.

Wool-classing students are reminded that Mr Lees, wool-classing instructor, will be in attendance at the Technical School at 7 o'clock this evening, when the third lesson in the course will be given. A reward is offered for the recovery of a buggy rug, lost last evening in Lincoln Road, between Messrs Smith and Jones' store and the Club Cafe. The' Masterton County Council elsewhere invite tenders to close on Thursday, 24th inst., for road work contracts.' The Masterton County Council gives notice of an amendment to its Traffic By-law. i A reward is offered for the recovery of a black and tan sheep dog, lost near Tenai. THE RIGHT PIANO. We can furnish you, on terms to suit yourself, with a piano from any one of many famous factories; but the piano you need for the home is the one that, on investigation, you feel you want and like most. We are not partisans of any piano. We help you to investigate, and you are welcome to all the advice and assistance our knowledge and experience' can supply. We can explain to you the points and qualities of such superb world famous pianos as the Broadwood, the Lipp, the Ronisch, and the Steinway. We are prepared to demonstrate the qualities of every piano in our great stock. We can't be satisfied till you are. Our system of deferred payments makes it easily possible for the smallest householder to get a piano without inconvenience -or trouble. The Dresden Piano Company, Ltd., Wellington. North Island Manager: M. Brookes. If you are interested, you can get full particulars from your Local Representative: H. Inns, Daniell's Buildis~T. Masterton.

\ A large number of empty packing -f ■cases, handy sizes, are advertised for sale, cheap, by Messrs S. and W. Mackay, booksellers, Queen Street. It is to your interest to watch the .progress of events as the end draws near of the great sale of hooper's stock at Hooper's shop. Goods are 'being remarked daily, the prices are nearing vanishing point. Make a call •every day and see the bargains.* Notice is given that anyone found trespassing with dog or gun on Castlepoint Station, will be prosecuted without further notice. A reminder is given of the clearing sale to be held by Messrs Johnson and Co to-day on behalf of Mr J. Harris, on the premises, 79 Worksop Road. of some of the lines to be ofifered appear on the auctioneers' page of this issue. The sale will commence at a quarter, past two. The New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Co., Ltd., have been favoured with inunctions from Messrs Dunn Bros, of Kohinui, who have sold their farm, to hold a clearing, sale of the whole of their live and dead stock, without reserve. The list, which is au extensive one, includes 40 dairy oows, 30 weaner heifers, 20 weaner heifers from the herd of cows, sheep, horses and pigft. A lot of farming machinery and station requisites will also included in the list. The sale will take place on Friday next, May 19th, at one o'clock sharp. 4f\nt. T'ATTVY FARMER.— When tli» bjttonv lias fallen out of your iniiit curt, and the wheels show signs of co'lapsing, there's a prospect of Ipprinjr vour rriik supply on the road i".«:t"nd of at the factory. Don't lvemsite about placing that new order, but come straight to us. We specialise in farm drays, and put ► jnothing but the best workmansnip " and soundest i.taterials K. all our work. SonvThing that is sxrong and ■not 100 cumbersome.—The Mastprton Fanner" 1 "nent Gninpa"*