LOCAL AND GENERAL

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 10558, 14 February 1912, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL

There were 29 animals impounded by tlhe Mastertton Borough Poumlkeeper during the month of January.

. The Master ton Borough gasworks: shows an increase an revenue for tho month of January, of £B4 13s 4d. During the month of January, there were lent from, the Masterton library 1469 books. Thirteen new books were added to the library shelves.

A Sydney cable jstates that the Min. ister otf Defence has fixed the age limit of cadets attending the naval college at thirteen. *...

On Saturday the Hon. E. McKenzie (Minister of Public Works) will: turn the first sod of the Raetihi branch railway from Ohakune, in the Waimarino district. „

A number of business premises iu Wellington have been broken into tiuring the last few days, and various sums of money, together with goods, removed.

A Masterton resident who returned from Auckland yesterday states that there is an extraordinary demand for practically all classes of labour in and around Auckland City. Carpenters are in special demand.

The monthly meeting of the Council of the Masterton. Chamber of Commerce is to be held on Friday afternoon. The.quarterly meeting of members of the Chamber, will follow.

At the meeting of. th» Masterton.. County Council yesterday, it was de-i cided, on the recommendation of the Engineer, that the approaches to the Waipoua bridges be fenced, so as "to •ensure the Safety of pedestrians. The cost is estimated at £6O.

The fortnightly meeting of the Independent Order of Reohabites was held in Murray's Hail, Masterton, last night. Brother A. E, Wa.inwr.ight occupied the chair. Ono new member was initiated. The funds for' the evening amounted to £7 8s lid. The Masterton County Council yesterday decided that the entire cost of the alterations to.the gas maiits leading t,o Lansitlowne, may . -fairly :be. chafed against the northern approach loan, notwithstanding that it ha# somewhat exceeded what tho Council originally agreed to become responsible for.

A number of settlors on the EastCoast liave contributed sums varying in amount from £lO to £33 towards the metalling of the Uriti and Riversdale roads. At the meeting of:, the.Mastenton County Council yesterday, it was decided to "'thank the settlers in question for their public-spirited contributions. .

The spread of foxglove in the Masterton County is causing some anxiety, as it is in the adjoining Counties. At the meeting of the County Council yesterday, tihe Chairman (Cr. Welch) gave notice to move at the next meet, irig' of the Council that foxglove oe placed upon the .schedule of noxious weeds.

The following tenders were dealt with by the Masterton County Council yesterdayWora.iti^Fernylnirst- road, 650 cubic yards metal repairs: CosteQlo and'Fou'liv; £195 (accepted); B. Cullofcy, £210; T. Andrew, £2lB 10s; ]>. C. Cameron, £232 10s. AlfredtonWeber road (Te Hoe bridge): W. J. Taylor, £035 9s (accepted); C. E. Daniel I, £OO6 15s.

Mr T. H. Graves waited upon the Finance Committee of the Masterton County Council yesterday and asked for some assistance in the direction of lowering a culvert oil the Mount Baker road,, in order that he might avail himself-of .it for tho purpose of draining his property. It was decided to refer the matter to the representatives oi the Alfredton Riding, with power to take such action as they may think necessary'.

A letter from Mr George Benton was read at the Masterton County Council meeting yesterday, drawing attention to the fact that the Te Hoe stream, in the Ailfrecltou district, was 'being polluted by refuse from the flaxmill. He pointed ou-f that the pollution of the water' seriously interfered with his business as a- dairyman. The water was so bad -that trout <md eels were being destroyed: Or. Ivebble stated that tho matter was a serious one. The Council decided to refer the I complaint to the Health Department-, and to request that action bo taken. WHAT ABOUT HAWKES't

The Wellington Garrison Band won the Championship, and also the Challenge Shield aifc the Palmerston North Band Contest of 1911. They used Hawkes' Excelsior Sonorous Band Instruments—a complete set. In the first test piece this noted Wellington Band was allotted the maximum number of points, the judge declaring that lie ha-d never heard such playing, and commending in eulogis-' tic terms the tone and blend. The Wellington Tramway Band, also us ing a complete set of Hawkes' Excelsior Sonorous Instruments, won the B Grade. The judge congratulated this band on their playing. These two successes in Grade A and Orade B, on such a great occasion, are worthy wins for Hawkes', whose instruments are pre-eminent all over the world. Bandsmen! Buy a set of Hawkes'—there are honours and valuable prizes to be won with them, Write for catalogue. Sole agents— The DRESDEN PIANO CO., Ltd., Wellington. Lecat Representative: H. Inns, Daniell's Buildings, Queen Street, Masterton.

Tho T. E. Taylor memorial fund has readied a total of £'3o<36 19s lOd.

Smco January Ist, a sum of £2OOO has been paid in rates to the Masterton Borough Council. 'lhere is a dearth of labour on the East Coast, farmers being unable to procure men for poisoning work.

The country in the East Coast districts is looking well, and has not suffered from want of rain so much as other parts of tho Wad rani pa. During the month of January. 90 head of cattle, 4 calves, 010 sheep and lambs, and 133 pigs were slaughtered at tho Masterton Borough abattoirs.

At the sitting of the C-hristchurch Supremo Court, William James was sentenced to three years imprisonment for theft.

The sale of coke from the Masterton Borough gasworks showed a marked falling off for the month of January, as compared with the same period of last year.

At the meeting of the Congregational Union at Palmerston North yesterday, a grant of £75 /was made to the Masterton Church for the ensuing year. •

An East Coast, settler who was in Masterton yesterday stated . th'it he had searched the wlhole of the Wairara.pa, and was unable to procure men for rabbit-poisoning operations. A Masterton: tradesmen had the wheel of his cart" locked by a practical joker yesterday, and ,drove down. .the street quite oblivious of the fact, causing not. a little" Amusement.

, A good deal of interest is evinced by cricketing enthusiasts in the annual matoli in the Park to-morrow aitornoon , between teams representing the Cavil Service and W.F.C.A. There lias been 1,623,700 cubic feet of gas sold from the Masterton Borough gas works during the month >f January, as compared with 1,615,400 cubic fieet for the same month last' year.

.The manager of the Masterton Borough gasworks reported at the Councilmeeting last-'night that 40,000 cubicS feet of. gas was lost last week, owing to), the lifting of the cover of one of thej small purifiers. ;* -

Tho Masterton Borough Council decided at their meeting last night to act on tlhe recommendation of the gas manager, and to have a new station meter erected as soon as possible, as the meter now in use wias very badly corroded. The cost of the new meter, ■together with tho erection of same, is estimated at £250.

The Lansdowrie School Committee ihave miade all arrangements in connection with their school picnic. It is to .'be held at'"Willow Park" on Friday next. The first drag will leave the school grounds at 9 o'clock. Another *v|ll follow at ten o'clock, and a third conveyance at 11.30 a.m.

By the strange irony of fate, a fireman.' who, exactly one week ago gave at the inquest, on the bodyof a fireman named who died iu a."batch" at Lyttelton, cKed in the same yesterday, states a Chmtchurch Press message. The man's name was Michael Collins, 1 about 56 years of age, and well-known in Lyttelton. He had been ill for a few days, and the doctors had ordered his removal to the Hospital.

■ Judgment was reserved at the sitting of the Christehurch Supreme £-ourt-, in a .case in which Nati-onal Peace (MihcH sued <3anterbury :A. and P. Society, fqr haying wrongfully ejected - from . the showgrounds, .pne Atkinson, who along with others was distributing anti-militarist literature.

A branch of the Sports Protection League has been formed at Geraldiue. uVIr. H-, McKenxie, of Masterton, wafc advised yesterday that. he ha 4 been selected as one of the Wellington representatives ,at the championship ■athletic .meeting a,t, i Ijjvercargill. Has name had been omitted from the original list of tlie selected•. .by an oversiglit.

The Mr J. Mowlem met with an unfortunate accident on Saturday. Ho had just procured a new wood-cutting plant and started work with it for the first- time, but before he had been, working long his hand slipped against the circular saw while'it was in motion, causing severe lacerations to several fingers. Ho was p,i ; omptly attended to by Dr. ebb,'wlio found it necessary to amputate one of the fin gel's <at the first joint.- - ;

The Chief Justice (Sir Robert Stout) gaye judgment vestorelay in the action, Fleming Ross v. James Drysdale, a claim: for release of memorandum of mortgage and £SOO da-mages. " Hi? Honour upheld defendant's nonsuit points, andigave judgment for defendant on the claim, and also- on the counter-claim for £3OO, tlx© amount asked for, with interest, £65 16s Bd. Mr A. 11. Atliiii^on, with him Mr E. C. Levvy, appeared for plaintiff, and Mr E. Page, of Eketabuna, for defendant. .

A 'dray 'and .harness, suitable for a farmer, is advertised for ■sale.

A meeting of the Ma.sterton branch of the Labour Party will bo held in Murray's Hall this evening.

An advertiser wishes to reijt a four or five-roomed cottage, with conveniences, and central-.

Gas consumers are reminded that Thursday, fhe loth inst-., is the last 'day on nvjiich discounts will be. allowed on current accounts.

TOILET ARTICLES. WJk'i't a difference these everyday requirements can make to one's'personal comfort and appearance. A dainty skin cream to prevent roughness, redness, sunburn, freckles, etc. A good Toilet Antiseptic Powder to prevent chafing, prickly heat, scalding, etc. A reliable Hair Brush, good Toilet Soap and Sponge. A good Tooth Brush., used with an antisep-1 tic tooth paste to preserve the teeth, harden the gums, and keep the month sweet and clean, etc., etc. We keep a. large stock of all Toilet Articles, tha bast of everything. Quality is our first consideration, and w« would specially recommend von to use our "PEROXIDE ORtEAiMj" for the skin and our "OAWATION TAJLOUM POWIXKIR." Both the-se articles are especially . good- and worthy of a place. 001 every table. -Also a largo stock of Sponges, Hair, Nail, and Tooth Brushes, Soaps, etc., ate., to select .from. Goods posted to any address. ,T. .V. GORDON, Chemist, etc. (by Exams.), Medical Hall, Masterton. (P.O, Box 53.) tfa.ndsome copper and brass candlesticks, 2s; vases, hot water kettles, flower pots, etc. can just now bo had at most reasonable prioea from H. Boalo and Co., Ltd. Thay are worth inspection.—Advt.

An advertiser wants to hire for short poriod, a stone-crushing plant. Anyone able to supply what is required can obtain the address of advertiser at the "Age" office.

Particulars of the superior household furniture and effects to be sold to-morrow on account of Mr S. Inder 7 are advertised by Messrs A. J. Johnson and Co., auctioneers.

Messrs A. J. Johnson and Co. sell this -afternoon on the premises,' No. 67 Essex Street, on heCbalf of a gentleman who is returning to england, a. large collection of splendid English furniture, particulars of which arc advertised on pa go 8 of this morning's issue.

Interest is at present focussed in the political situation. There have ibeeu numerous predictions and forecasts, but -we tlunk there are some surprises in store for the public. Whatever the surprise may be, itwill not equal the surprise of those who for the first time taste Dragon Brand Tea, the tea of perfect quality. It is a tea for the fastidious palate, and it pleases everyone. Give it a trial at once.

A great °nd of season clearing sale is to commence at Messrs Saba and Sons' drapery shop on Friday morning. The firm are determined that this sale shall he a record one, and on this, account they announce sweeping reductions and bargains in every department. A lengthy list of a few of the bargains is advertised on tho front page of thir morning's issue, and ■4i» Jfinn inyite- tfae public to make astudy of tlie special values they will be offering on Friday morning. '•