LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 10257, 8 June 1911, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The Wairarapa hounds will hold a run over the property of Mr W. H. Btiick .at Opaki to-day. Mr W. C. Buchanan, M.P., addresses the electors at Kaituna tonight. The quarterly sitting of the Wairarapa .Licensing Bench is to be held at Carterton to-day. It is understood that the police intend opposing the granting of a certain wholesale license. "•

A paragraph which appeared in yesi terday's issue of the Age stated that I the schools in the district would j break-up for the term holiday on Fri- } day "next." This should have read j "Friday week."

A reminder is given of the lecture to-morrov night in Knox Hall, Mastorton. The lecturer is Mr J. W. Poynton, Secretary of the Treasury, whose ability as a lecturer is wellknown. The subject on this occasion is "Microbes," and it will be illustrated with lantern slides.

The following tenders have been received by the Masterton County Council for 46 chains formation on the Al-fredton-Tinui Road:-—B. Leathwick, £244 10s (accepted); Liddington and Morgan, £250; C. A. Smith, £286". He kissed her with might and with main, She pleaded, "Don't do it again— For 1 have a cold, and I've often been told • That peopSe with colds "should refrain." ■ • " He chortled in frolicsome vein, "Those blessed old microbes again! A remedy sure's Woods' Great Peppermint Cure," So he kissed her and missed the last, train. 6

The sum of £92 was taken at the ordinary paynight of the Workers' Mutual Benefit Building Society in Masterto'i last night.

A young stag that has evidently strayed away from its usual haunts has been recently seen on the Kum-eroa-Woodville road running with some cattle. This is the first stag that has been seen there.

The Ashburton County Council expended £1648 6s 3d in the destruction of small birds for the year 1910-11, ended March 31st. It has been decided to discontinue supplying poisoned grain to farmers, but the whole question will bo reviewed at the Council's next meeting, when some decision will be arrived at as to whether the heads of small birds will be purchased this season.

There is a famine in bricks in Waimate at the present time, and several buildings have had to suspend operations until a supply is available. Bricks are now being railed up from Dunedin to try and keep operations going and to allow contractors to complete their work within contract time. Seven journeymen bricklayers are standing idle.

A New Plymouth telegram says that the body of George Godfrey Boulton, an elderly man carrying on the business of a grocer and tobacconist, was found in the Henui river near the cemetery this morning. He had been depressed lately, and left home yesterday morning, saying he had business in town, but he did not return, and search parties were sent out.

The premises of Mr W, B. Clark, storekeeper, Bulls, were broken into on Sunday night, and the safe robbed of cash and cheques amounting to £3O. No goods were removed. The police are investigating, but no clue has yet been ascertained.—-Bangitikei Advocate.

At the meeting of the Wellington Licensing Committee yesterday, the chairman (Dr. McArthur) said the committee had passed a resolution " drawing the attention of the Minister of Justice to the faet that the Licensing Act did not limit the hours within which liquor might be sold by holders of wholesale licenses, and suggesting that the Act be amended, so as to limit the hours within which liquor may be sold uy holders of such lisenses.

In the Magistrate's Court at Masterton yesterday, before Messrs M. C. O'Connell and J. H. Pauling, J.P.'s, a European named John McHugh, and a Maori named Tory Ratima, were charged with creating a breach of the peace by fighting in the street. As McHugh appeared to have been the aggressor, he was fined £2, in default fourteen days' imprisonment, while Ratima was fined ss, in default 24 hours.

The much talked about harem skirt was the cause of a well-known and highly respectable drapery firm in one of the cities of the South Island being compelled to appear before a- magistrate, charged with causing an obstruction to the thoroughfare. It came out in evidence that a harem skirt worn by one of the ladies of the Taylor-Carrington Co. in "The Girl from Chicago" was on view in the window of the firm alluded to, and aroused £o much curiosity that in a very short time an immense crowd gathered around, completely blocking all traffic, and though the firm did endeavour to relieve the congestion by passing some hundreds of ladies through their premises from the front street to the back, it was not until the police took action that traffic was resumed.

A petition is to be sent to Parliament during session by local Veterans (states the Poverty Bay Herald) praying that some recognition be given those who were engaged in active service against the hosli'o Maoris during the early settlement days of the Dominion. It is suggested that a special military pension of 10s per week should be granted to all bona fide veterans. Reference is made in the petition to the fact that nothing has been heard of the inquiries made by the magistrate about a year ago.

Something in the nature of a stride has occurred at the Waikiwi felimotigering works (says the Southland Tirres, when ten labourers strucV work. The men say that they were receiving only 7s per day, and that their application for another shilling per day was not granted, so they doAvned tools and left. As the men were not working under an Arbirtation Court award, they are not liable to any fine. It'is understood that the places of the men who have struck will be filled by others! \, Dr. P. R. Cook gave another most interesting and instructive lecture oil I fractures, dislocations, sprains, and ' strains, to the Ladies'. Division of the St. John Ambulance Association in Masterton last night. He very lucidly described the first aid treatment in each case, emphasing the necessity for guarding against further injury, especially in preventing a simple fracture from becoming complicated or compound. Ho also very clearly explained the reason and effect of the first aid treatment for various fractures, and supervised the application of the triangular bandage.

The ordinary meeting of the Masterton Fire Police and Salvage Corps was held last night, Captain Dixon presiding over an attendance of fourteen members. The balance sheet of the late society was read, and showed a substantial credit balance. Nominations to fill the offices for the ensuing year were received as follows:—Captain, J. Dixon; First Lieutenant, F. Bobbins; Second Lieutenant, C. Brag.gins;' Third Lieutenant, F. Boyle, arid J. Budd. Other business of a routine nature was transacted, and the meeting closed with a vote of thanks to the chairman.

SWEET SCONES— Rub two tablespoonfuls of butter finely into one pound of sifted flour, add one tablespoonful of sugar, a quarter of a teaspoonful of salt, one teaspoonful of carbonate of soda, and two teaspoonfuls of cream of tartar.' Beat up one egg, put half of it into a cup, with some sweet milk, then add to the other ingredients, making a soft dough. Knead it a little on a floured baking-board, divide it into five pieces; make • them smooth and roll out, not too thinlv; cut *liem into four small cakes." Lay theni on a greased hot oven for teii •minutes'. Two ounces of sultanas raisins or currants may be added. The dough should always be handled lightly. These scones will be appreciated by afternoon callers. Serve "Elephant" Blend Tea, and your visitors will .be delighted. The tea has a flavour of its own, and is distinct from every other tea you have ever tasted. Blend brews a rich strong liquor, and the texture being fine, it mixes well with the milk. "Elephant" Blend is sold at 2s 2d per lb, and j your grocer i* sure to have it.

Two Seamen of the Drayton Grange were committed for sentenced at Wellington yesterday for broaching cargo. "The Hon. Mr Millar is the mcfat collossal bluffer I ever met in my life.*' —Mr Herbert at the Masterton Town Hall last j.ight.

"Ministers of the Crown and members of Parliament are all very well," remarked a speaker at the opening on Monday of the Rahotu Post Office, "but where would they be if it was not for our poor old cows?"

Citizens of Masterton are reminded of the meeting to be held in the Borough Council Chambers "this evening, to arrange for the celebration on Coronation Day.

According to Mr A. H. Herbert, who spoke in Masterton last night, a New Zealander can always t>e recognised in another country. There is !>omethu\i; about him which stamps him a New Zealander.

Speaking at. Miki Miki last night, Mr W. C. Buchanan, M.P., quoted a statement made by the New South Wales statistician that over seven thousand people from New Zealand had arrived in New South Wales last year.

Mr A. H. Herbert stated at nl.". meeting in Masterton last night that it had been said that he was the last to announce himself a candidate for the Masterton seat in the interest of the Reform Party. He pointed oal that prior to his departure for England in 19i0 he had announced his m teation of contesting the seat.

"There are hundreds of men lying in their graves with broken hearts," said Mr Herbert, in his speech at Masterton last night. The audience laughed at "the contemplation of such a gruesome happening; but Mr Herbert assured his hearers that he had held an inquest, on the body of a struggling farmer whose heart had been broken through sheer hard work. Considerable interest is being manifested in the costume concert to be held in the Masterton Methodist schoolroom to-night. The performers will be dressed in ancient characters, and will pourtray the crinoline period of 1860 and the hobble skirt of today. Character songs and choruses will also be given, and altogether the entertainment will be of.an unique form.

The Church of England Men's Society entertained the ladies of St. Matthew's congregation at a social in Murray's Hall last evening. The object of the.social was to bring the ladies into closer fellowship. There was an attendance of about eighty. The Rev. W. Raine presided, in the absence of the Rev. H. Watson.

The cmtchings that fetched top price at the last Wellington wool and skin sales were branded "R.F.M. ' over "M." They were sorted by Mr E. A. Collier, owned by Mr J. F. Maunsell, and dipped with "C.T. ' dip. The prices realised were 7d for first, and s|d for second respectively.

As an instance of the progress of dairying in the Gore district; at enthusiastic meetings it has been decided to erect co-operative dairy factories at M'Nab and v Waikawa. Splendid support is promised, between 300 and 400 cows at M'Nab and over 250 at Waikawa. The capital of the company runs into a large amount. Farmers are taking up the proposal wholeheartedly.

The ansi. irsary services of the Masterton Methodist Church will he held on Sunday next, when the preacher for the occasion will be the Rev, S. J. Serpell. The choir will render special anthems, and altogetherthe services should be bright and interesting. The services of Sunday will be followed by a congregational social in the schoolroom on Monday evening next, when the annual report will be read, and a good programme of musical items rendered. The meeting will also be addressed by the Rev. S. J. Serpell. Full particulars will appear by advertisement in duo course.

Mr Edward Payton presided at Mr W. C. Buchanan's meeting at Miki Miki last night, when there was a failattendance of electors. Mr Buchanan dealt at some length with the mission of, Sir Joseph Ward to the Imperial Conference. He said Sir Joseph had not taken the Parliament of New Zealand into his confidence, and had gone to Australia to announce his programme, with the result that he alone was responsible for the rebuff received iu London. Mr Buchanan also dealt i with the population question, comparing what was happening in Canada and Australia with the experience of New Zealand. On the motion of Mr Foreman, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr Buchanan for his speech. I The Masterton Chess Club held a very successful sides match last evening at their room. Sides were chosen by Messrs J. Dagg and C. Winchester. Several of the games were fought right out, one between W. R. Kummer and D. Guild having to be declared a draw at a late hour. The following were the sides with their scores:—J. Dagg 1 v I C. Winchester 0; W. R. Kummer J ! v. D. Guild i ; W. Moore 1 v. J. Winchester 0; T. J. Thompson 1 v. H. H. Kummer 0; W. Hood 0 v. Wainwright 1; Gibson 1 v. Hoffeins 0; J Johnson 1 v. V. H. Johnson 0; ' Welch -J v. A. D. Low J; totals, J. -Dagg 6 points, C. Winchester 2 points. The club is actively engaged in playing for the Age trophy, for which there are 17 entries, while "ladder" games are also being played.

DON'T BE BASHFUL. . "There's many a good thing lost by not asking for it.". The man who is now grinding away at a labourer s wage might have been earning a Cabinet Minister's income if be had exercised his will power earlier m hfe. That's the great secret of some men's success—when they see a ''good thing" they decide to use it to the best of their ability, as far as it affects them. Now, if you own a camera, or are interested in this most fascinating hobby, your success as a photographer largely de* pends upon familiarity with the numerous incidentals such as developers, mounts, re-touching 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 is sent post free to any address by the Imperial Camera Company. We ask you to send for this catalogue if it was ho good to you. It is useful to every owner of a Cam* era, professional or amateur. You can 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 short message asking for it. Step into the post office when you are passing, buy the card, write the ' message, and post it to the Imperial Camera Co., Willis-street. Weuine-

"Sir Joseph Ward can do ary* thing he likes. He has shown that in the past."—Mr Herbert in his address in Masterton last night

A man named Alfred Collins has been fined £5 at Martinborough for wilfully shooting a bull, the property of Mr John Martin.

The Pahiatua District High School is represented at the Wellington Industrial Exhibition by exhibits of penmanship from various standard. The drought during the past dairying season cost the* fJaminion £320.650. This is the somewhat striking conclusion come to by the chairman of the National Dairy Association (Mr A. McFarlane) after analysing the export of dairy produce for last season and comparing it with that for previous seasons.

A number of Holstein and other dairy cattle have been introduced to the Wairarapa this week from the Hawera district.

The members of the Masterton Football Ciub will hold a gymnasium practice in the Drill Hall this evening at 7.30 o'clock.

Mr A. S Hausmann, of Pine Street, advertises for two good painters.

A girl's green tweed coat, lost between the W.F.C.A. and Cole Street, is advertised for. ,

The New Zealrnd Clothing Factory are now showing at their store in Queen Street, Masterton, a special brand" of "good leather" boots and shoes in assorted styles.

Always ask Masterton drapers pleasantly yet very impressively for Roslyn All Pure. Wool Blankets, and you will. score every iaine. * - •*. Owing to the death of Bro. W. Blinkhorne, the euchre party and dance, which was to have been held to-night in connection with the Foresters' Lodge, has been postponed until Tuesday, June 13th.

The first concert of the Wairarapa Caledonian Society will be held in Murray's Buildings this : evening, at 7.30 o'clock. A capital programme has been arranged by Mr G. R. Sykes, who is the presiding director for the evening. A number of pipers will be in attendance.

Messrs E. B. Hare and Co., laul agents, Pahiatua, havo a fine sheep farm of 1052 acres of freehold lancij well-improved, for sale; also 904 acr ■>.* la.p. in Hawke's Bay, which is w<*ll improved and can be bought at a reasonable price, on very easy terms.

Messrs Fanning and" Co., real; estate and financial agents, Auckland, advertise for sale a fine freehold property of 637 acres, in the Thames Vatley. The property is highly improved, has a river frontage and is near a town.

Messrs Husband and Finch, land and estate agents, Woodviile, advertise for sale 160 acres freehold, of which 100 acres are Rat and stumped. The sectioi is well-watered and subdivided ; there are good buildings, and the property is convenient to Woodviile creamery and school. The price is moderate, and the terms are easyAnother freehold farm of 120 acres, equally well-improved, is also quoted. Particulars are to be found on pas><* 8.

LITTLE COUGHS of LITTLE CHILDREN need quite <as much if not more attention than those of elder people. Protect your child from the dangers «$ « aiegjected,<so!ld, by .giving it Gordon's "Black Currant Cough Elixir." It is made sjpeciaUy for children, and it is most pleasant to take. Pricei Is 6d per fooitle. J. V. GORDON, Chemi&t, Masterton. (Posted anywhere, 4d extra.)*

An important purchase by Messrs Hugo and Shearer, Queen Street, M&<terton, of Is dies' tailored costumes and winter coats is announced. Include! in the line may be found tailor-ma ie costumes in all the latest fashionable materials and styles, including tbe smart Norfolk suit. The new Harris tweeds ara very fashionable, also Wes»; of costumes trimmed with silk and buttons, and navy serge costumes all of-this season's styles. Special prices are quoted.

Messrs J. Graham and Co., store.keepers, Kasterton, will tlr-vtly commence their annual stocktaking. Before doing so they intend holding a clearance sale, when numerous lines will be written down with a view to a, quittance ii* preference to taking them into stock.

We ar« the agents for Messrs P a i? d !.?•« J?™ 0 ??' M d -> (Christ--1 church), McCormick Machinery Co. j (America), Booth, Mac Donald and jCo., Ltd. (Christchurch), Andrews and Beaven (Christchurch). The machinery manufactured by these famous firms is stocked iy us', and we s J \ a . n . b f Pleased <h>„supply you with full information regarding any implement you may require.—- The Masj terton Farmers' Implement Company, J. H. PAULING. Manner. F *'