LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 10438, 2 October 1911, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

A Wellington firm is now paying 4£d per Lb for bacon pigs. ' .

Steps are being Ta-k'eu to erect i parish hall in connection with the Anglican Church at Martinborough. One bankruptcy was recorded in Pahiatua for the quarter ending Saturday last.

The New Zealand Farmers' Dairy Union, have disposed of 150.tons of cheese at 6gd per lb.

A Dramatic Club has been formci in Woodville,, and intends staging tin* drama "Blow for Blow."

The latest return from the 'Vorksop dredge is 85ozs. 13dwts. for .112 hours' workiig.

Two convictions for drunkenness weve recorded at the Masterton Magistrate's Court during last mont'i. There was also a conviction for wilf tl damage while under tli-3 influence of liquor.

No need to worry over those Customs entries until your brains are fogged. Pass them along to Messrs J. J. Curtis and Co., — they are experts at the game. There's ho time to be lost (and time is money to you) when your entries are passed bv Messrs J. J. CURTTS AND CO., Customhouse and Shipping Agents, "vtomhouse Quay, Wellington. ILJr th.irg.'a too are very moder-

The Masterton Municipal Baud is advertising in the Wellington papers for tho services of an instructor.

Mr J. C. Boddington reports that tho rainfall registered at tho Upper Plain for the 24 hours preceding :* a.m. on Saturday was 10 points. The date for closing of lenders for the erection of a grandstand at Opaki for the Masterton Racing Club is Monday, October 9th. Mr W. G. Buchanan, M.P., will address the electors at the schoolhouse, Carrington, this (Monday) evening.

Anniversary services in connection with the Methodist Church, at Carterton and Dalefield were conducted yesterday iby llio Rev. S. J. Serpelij, of Masterton.

A gentleman well known in insurance circles in Wellington has just completed an insurance on an individual life for £13,000. This is the largest policy ever taken out in the Dominion.

The public batlisi in Masterton were opened for the season yesterday. A large number of adults- and juveniles took advantage of the fine morning to have a plunge.

A small party from Masterton made the ascent of Mount Hoklswortih yesterday. Tho track to the mountain house was found in fairly good order. The party failed to reach the summit.

Our Tinui correspondent states that an epidemic of scarlet fever is reported to have broken out at Mataikona station Every precaution has bewi taken to prevent the spread of the disease.

Mr C. F. Sidey, the winner of Saturday's shoot iri connection with the Masterton Gam Club, has donate J £'l towards the funds of the Club.

A daily mail service is to bo .established 'between Martinborough and the Dyer settlement.

At the monthly meeting of the Martinborough Fire Brigade, Mr A. E. Wilton, formerly of Masteruni. accepted the position of acting-secretary. It was decided to join the United Districts Competition Association. . l

The rainfall at Eketahuna for the month of September was 3.87 in., as against 3.97 inches for tho same month last year. The rainfall at Pahiatua for September was 3.56 inches.

At an extraordinary -meeting of the Ekotahuna Farmers' Co-operative Association, held on Saturday last, it was decided to go iito voluntary liquidation.

Mr G. R. Sykes fhmli.es the first round of his political campaign at Wangaehu on October 13th. After a few days rest he will commence his second tour, speakLig first at Masterton.

Mr James McGregor, of Masterton, addressed a series of sucee sful meetings m the Bangitikei district last week on the No-license question. He waxed enthusiastic over the success or' No-License so far as Masterton is concerned.

The Masterton Municipal Baud rendered a choice programme of music in the Masterton Park ou Sunday afternoon. The weather was delightfully fine, and there was a large attendance of the public.

A four-year-old son of Mr F. Staples, of Masterton, met with a painful accident yesterday morning. The little fellow was playing behind a horse, when the animal kicked out and struck him over the eye, inflicting a nasty wound. Dr. Prior was summoned, and found it necessary to pat several stitches in the wound.

The trout-fishing season opened yesterday, and a. number of Masterton anglers, probably under the impression that "the better the day, the better the deed," were out bright.and early Ihe rivers were in good fishing order, though slightly on the muddy side for fly-fishing, and some gcod baskets v. - ere secured.

.The second of a series of classes for | school teachers was held m the Ma--terlon District High School on Saturday. Sta/F-Sergeant-Major McCristeli instructed the gentlemen, in military drill*, while Miss P. Lazarus took the ladies' class in physiology and hygiene. Mr R. Parker, of Wellington, conducted a combined Mnging lesson. A representative of a large London firm, who is at present touring New Zealand; was asked, when in Masterton recently, how towns under NoLicenso compared, from a business standpoint, with towns where the hotels were cpen. The traveller replied t'lu't, after visiting nearly every town, he had concluded that Invercargill and Masterton were the sbundest business centres in the Dominion.

Four inebriates occupied the cells at the Masterton police station last night and on Saturday night. The quartette were on their way to towij from Taueru in a. brake, but they became quarrelsome, and were dropped by the driver at the Runmahahga bridge. They were conveyed to the lock-up in a cab, which was sent out by the police.

A smoke social was held in Masterton on Saturday night to wind up the hockey season. Mr Jas. Pryor presided, and apologies for absence were received from Messrs S. Inder and D. Caselberg. The trophies and cups won during the year were presented, to the successful teams. - A lengthy, toast-list Was honoured, hiid an enjoyable evening was terminated by the singing of "Axild Lang Syne." /"Mr D. Cuddie, Chief of the DairyDivision of the Department, and Mr C. J. Reakes, Chief Veterinarian, will pay an official visit to the Scarborough creamery of the BalJance Dairy Company to-morrow. Lhe object of the visit is to examine the system of pasteurisation'which is in operation. It is probable that they will meet the dairymen of the FortyMile Bush and discuss with them the l question of pasteurisation.

STEINWAY PIANOS,

Mr Leonard Borwick, the distinguished pianist -who recently toured the Dominion, in a letter to Messrs Stein way and Sons, says:— "I know of no pianoforte in the world to compare with your own miake in what •a.:j the essential qualities of the in-<st-rumo.ilt—beauty of tone, and evenness and elasticity of touch." Paderewski writes-: "Nothing new can he said of the Steinway P7anos, it .is true, for tliie-y have, been justlv praised by all. modern masters, and I thoroughly concur in every word that has already been said.' All who pla.y Steinway Piia.nos- can but thank the mianufacturer. 1 ' Writ© to-day for particulars of the famous Stem way Pianos. "The Dies den will give you eas-v terms. Sole Acents—The Dresden Piano Co.. Ltd. AVpllinigton. M. J. .BROOKES, North island Manager. Local RepresentatlY e: H - I,IIW . DanroH'fl. Buildings, Queen Street. J

A Masterton resident who Ins teen on a visit to Ha-wke's Bay states that snow-balling was indulged in on Friday last in several parts. A special week of servico is being conducted in St. Matthew's Church, Masterton, in commemoration of the mission held twelve months ago. There were large congregations present at all services yesterday, and services will bo held every day during the current week.

An advertisement appears dn this issue inviting the parishioners of St. Matthew's to inspect the proposed plans of the new church, which will be on view every day this week in the Sunday school, between the hours of 2 and 4 p.m. The vestry are anxious that all subscribers and those interested should view the plans before they are finally adopted.

"The milk supply at the various factories in this district will show a large increase in about a weeks time," remarked a factory manager to a Pahiatua Herald reporter. "But," further stated the informant, "suppliers muit not feel dissatisfied if their tests decrease, as, given fair weather, grass will grow so quickly after the rain that there will not be much sub}stance in it for a while."

During his address at Pleckville, Mr G. R. Sykes said that as it was the las-i place in the district at which he would bo speaking on his first round, lie wished to take the opportunity of thanking the electors for the hospitality they had extended to him during his tour of the northern, end of the electorate. He felt assured he was leaving .behind him hundreds of not only political friends, hut personal friends... He would make it a point to again visit every portion of the electorate before the election.

Mr George Tregear, Methodist Minister and President of the Western Australian Temperance Alliance, wi!! commence a No-License campaign in this Dominion in October. He will speak at Carrington Park, Carterton, on Sunday next, October Bth, at three o'clock, and at Victoria Hall, Carterton, tlie same evening, after church service. He will speak at Grey town next Thursday, October sth, at Maryborough on the 7th, and at Featherston on the 9th.

Final arrangements in connection with the lecture to be delivered in the Masterton Town Hall to-night by the Rev. J. J. North have been completed The subject of "American Slavery" should prove very investing, and to add to its attractiveness one hundred lantern slides will be be shown on the screen by means ot electric light. The lecture eonimeijces at eight o'clock. The charge for admission is one shilling, children half price.

The Masterton Parliamentary Debating Society -will hold a wind-up social at the Y.M.C.A. rooms at eight o'clock to-night. Those wbo 'have attended the previous socials of this society know that they can expect a good evening. Every member is requested to be present, and bring his friends with him. A good programme of songs and recitations has been arranged, as also an impromptu debating contest, with an observation competition.

The following cablegram appeared in the Sydney Sun last week: According to a story in circulation an. Paris, war, involving France, Germany, and England, will be declared within less than two months. The informant, whoso good faith cannot bo questioned, says that the editor of the most influential morning daily newspaper lunched with a General of the French Army and <a member of the Cabinet at a cafe, where they believed themselves to be unknown. The General, who was not in uniform, was talking earnestly with the editor and the Minister, and he was heard to remark in a low voice: "There will be war in less than sixty days."

A first-class shearer with good ref--1 erences, capable of 150 sheep per day, is open to engagement. Pie children's work at the gymnastic display on night will be worth more than passing notice. Many hours have been given to bring them into line. Have you booked your seat yet?* The Wairarapa Farmers' have just opened a small parcel of eight dozen dainty muslin embroidered peter pans at a very special price, and would like clients to call and see tiliem before they go. A smart lad for the grocery department is wanted by the W.IJ.C.A. In another place Mrs J. McKay and family insert a notice of thanks to all those who sent tokens and messages of sympathy in their recent sad bereavement.

Sousa, when in New Zealand recently, said that the more capable a musician was, the more particular he was sure to be in. regard to his instrument. Nearly' every star musician has his own particular fancy. For instance, Leonard Borwick, the celebrated pianist, who is at present in the Dominion, is emphatic in his preference for a Steinway.

With spring comes the desire for change—the natural order of things. Boots we have worn all winter look shabby and hardly fit to wear with new clothes. So it is with interest most men will read Mr J. Carpenter's announcement regardmgsmart, boote for quality. .' '" "' """ * '

To-night, at the Town Hall, the | public,of Masterton will have one of the greatest treats for great lecture on "American Slavery," by the Rev. J. J. North. One hundred pictures will be shown by electric biograplifor the first time in the Town Hall. Popular prices. Is, and children 6d will be charged. The Mayor, Mr J. M. Coradine, has kindly consented to take the chair.

Roslyn Suits ore built with a thorough knowledge of the science of correct 'Suit-buolding. *

ILL FOR YEARS.

One long oontlnual headache.— "For several year a I suffered from complications of liver and stomach troubles," writes Miss N. Brear, "Ngahma," Avenue Road, Mosman, N.S.W.

"I was frequently bilious and unable to retain my food; headaches were so common that life was one one long continual headache. I consulted doctors and tried numerous medicines, wUch 'did me no good. I wa& induced to purchase a box of Laso-Tonic Pills, and can only describe the change produced as simply wonderful. After taking the?" pills I was completely cured." Ootainable Rvorywhere. Price 10} d and 1/8.

Wear Roslyn Unshrinkable Flannel, "Delta" finish, and you will know what real comfort is. Ask persistently for it. * 2

The first race of the season in connection with the Masterton Homing Pigeon Club will be flown from Ohafcuno on Thursday next. The second race takes place from Wellington on. Saturday.

The floor-mat work at the gymnastic display on Thursday night will show how easy it is to practice in one's own home. Nothing to buy, no expense, whatever. Only the will to do.,

Professor Rekraip, well-known to. Masterton audiences, will assist at the gymnastic display in the Town Hall, on Thursday night.

Mr Gordon Hughan, motor and cycle engineer, Carterton, elsewhere notifies that he is the sole Waararapa and Pahmtua agent for the Ford' I " ot01 ' ™r and Humbor motor cycles Air Hughan reports that 90 to 100 of these cars are already sold to arrive ui the Dominion before the end of the present year. Intending purchasers are invited to call or write for. full particulars.

Dairy farmers should be interested in an announcement made on page 8 of this morning's issue by Mr A. J. Parton, of Carterton, manufacturer of the "Victor" milk cans. Thesecans arc made to stand hard service. They are of 20 gauge best charcoal tinned steel, with Avelded hoops, hollowed bottom and fast or loose handles, as ordered.,, The lid isjmade dusfe' proof, and every one will fit any can. It is claimed for the "Victor" dairy, can that they never require repairs, and are cheapest because they last longest. Catalogue and full particulars as to price will be forwarded onn application.