LOCAL AND GENERAL

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 10711, 3 September 1912, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL

There is, at present, a groat boom in gold mining on the West Coast of tho Seuth Tsiand.

The committee of the Musterton branch of tho Political. He form League meets this evening.

The rainfall registered at Masterton for tho t wen by-four Hours ending i) a.m. Sunday way 62 points.

Some comment has been aroused by three men who climbed in pyjamas but, after, all, they are tho garments worn by most men wheu getting up.

In a contemporary the other day there appeared a letter complaining of the train delays, signed "Leopold Oust." And under the circumstances we readily forgive Leopold.

Tho Masterton South' Brass Band will (weather permitting) 'render a programme of music at the Triangle, Kuripuni, on Thursday evening next, commencing at 7.5)0 o'clock.

J)r Barclay, of Waimate, has issued a writ for slander and libel against tho Workers' Union and its president, claiming £")01 damages. The case is to be heard at the, 'December sittings of _ the Supremo Court. The matter objected to appeared in a report of the union's meeting.

Mr Qoleman Phillips has written to the Masterton Chamber of Commerce, asking for its support in representations to the Government in favour of removing the seat of Government to the Wairarapa, and also the Construction of a railway line via Waimli-o-Mata.

There are said to'be unmistakable signs of building activity in and around Thames', new houses going up in all directions. Sales of land have taken place freely of late, the intention of the purchasers oeing v the\ erection of dwelling houses, which aro at a premium, there just at present.

A Thames telegram states that Albert Vince, aged 32, whose parents reside at Port Albert, shot himself in the breast. Ho was employed,on'the Hauraki Plains. He showed a slight improvement since his removal to the .hospital. Ho said ho was tired of life, and 'intended to end it all. The bullet has not been extracted.

An Auckland resident has just received -a letter from Fiji which refers very, encouragingly to the flourishing trade conditions now existing in-that colony. ' The sugar and fruit crops promise good yields, and prices arc satisfactory. There is likely to bo a large export of copra, and the rubber plantations are developing to a. highly satisfactory extent.

The Wellington District Convention of the W.C.T.TJ. will hold their Session'of the Wesleyan Schoolroom Mastorton commencing at ten 'o'clock this morning. A public meeting will bo held this evening, when Mrs Perynian 'vill deliver a lecture on "Women i" civic and political life." There will bo a programme of musical items, songs, and recitations rondced .during the evening, and a collection will be taken up in aid of the funds.

There is an excellent market for coal at the present time, says the Groymouth Argus, but the mines find the greatest difficulty in being able t/i compete with the demand. Labour is hard to obtain and difficult to manage. When the output from the mines is good, there is a scarcity of shipping and when, shipping and labour are both plentiful t'i" bar is bad. When labour is nlentifnl. .agitations, nil, shipping plentiful nad the bar good, then the millennium will not be far distant.

The boycott is rot an unknown quantity on the West .Coast at ;the present time (says the Grev "Star.") Not. a hundred miles from Grevmouth it is reported to have entered into the social life of the residents, and ono young fellow had to peremntorilv shift his lodgings on account of his aHitnde to the "10 per cent, levy." In another district the dance in a ballroom was suddenly bronchi to a standstill till the person objected to made his exit. .Another case is that in which an anti-lew man had bis bicvclo interfered 'nth and the knjfe viciously and incisively used on th» tvrc. 1

Sneak in c to a Fro* 1 Press ronorfor, in Bnlclutlia, Mr E. H. Clark. M. P. for Chalmers, said ho was an Independent in Parliament now, and considered himself bound to no Government. He was prepared to support Liberal measures brought in by any Government, and that would govern his course of action so far as the. Mafsey Government was concerned. If h,e 'considered) measures brought in, by them .bad. then he would oppose them with his voice and vote. Questioned as to the Leadership of the Opposition, Mr Clark said: "T can't tell you anything about that. The Liberal party at present is so disorganised that I do not think a Leader could be appointed without causing prent dissatisfaction in the party. But as time goes on a Leader will no doubt be appointed."

Around my bed stood Uncle Teid, '.lpinima.* -Inne and' Florrie; Th**v thought T'd die, but, hang it, I Wa>s in na> beastly hurry. I'd adt 'bronchitis' anid laryngitis, Htiajh wi.s imy temperature ; I'm wel'l te-dav and pleased to say—'Twas Woods' (kwit Pepeprmint Cure. 4

There i« great rivalry between League Rugby and Ru<rbv a«d the visit of Xew South Wales. League .Footballers will ciye.an impetus ; to'. tli« League Professional Game. There is room in "Vow Zealand for both fames, but this is not fch* case with Crescent Tea. Tt slwicts almost alone, and i,» p'-acticalK without a rival for popular favour.

The largest estate certified to for stamp duty last month wos that of David Wilson, Canterbury, £93,959. The Christehurch military autho ritit'.s have prohibited the- "unsoldierly" custom of wearing the military great coat with mufti.

Willow trees in the vicinity of Mantorton are beginning to assume their brightest appearance being now out in beautiful green foliage.

Tbo Masterton Gun Club aro holding a £SO shooting match on October 3rd. This matcli will practically be the winding up of the season.

Butchers in New Plymouth have decided to raise tbo price of meat by one penny per lb. The cause is attributed to the high prices ruling for stock.

A meeting of members of the Masterton branch of the Overseas Club is to l)e held to-night, to make arrangements for the forthcoming visit of his Excellency the Governor.

There is a movement afoot on the West Coast of the South Island, to hold one big West Coast show. It is expected that all the smaller associations will unite with this view. The extension work on the breakwater at Gisborno is proceeding expeditiously. Over 100 blocks have been dropped into the water, and this week the engineer stated, 35 5-ton-blocks were placed in position.

It is reported that Mr A. J. StoneWigg has offered his "Poto Poto" estate on the Westmero road, to the Government for closer settlement. The estate is situated fifteen miles from Masterton, and contains 3768 acre?

A man named Schulter, who was awaiting his trial at Dunedin on remand on a charge of forgery and uttering, has escaped from gaol. The prisoner, when arrested, carried a revolver, and the magistrate refused bail.

The outspokenness of Mr W. A. Orchard, the judge cf the musical events in the Auckland competitiens, caused some annoyance among some of the competitors a few days ago, and ladies who had entered for the soprano events were busy "scratching" their names. On Tuesday only one lady sang in one of the solo competitions.

A Waihi telegram states that the rumours regarding disturbances at Waihi are groundless. The police are taking active measures to prevent any lawlessness. The railway line and stations are being picketed by strikers but so far no disturbance has occurred.

The Wangamti sittings of the Supreme Court opened yesterday, before the Chief Justice, Sir Robert Stout, who congratulated the district on the fact that there was practically 4 no crime for the grand jury to investigate. The only criminal ease was in connection with alleged sheepstealing at Paimerston North against Henry Woolland, a farmer, living near Pahiatua.

A "big" game of poker was recently indulged in by some of Masterton's youth. "It was only a penny game," I said one of the party afterwards, "but after one deal there was some big betting, .seven pounds worth of pennies changing hands. The winning hand was a routine* flush, another had four aces, another four kings, and •the fourth of the party four sevens. What do you think of that for poker?" The gentlemen addressed are still thinking. The Hon W. H. Hemes officially opened the Glenhope section of the Nelson railway yesterday, says a Nelson telegram. There was a large gathering present, including members of Parliament, and many business men. The line will greatly assist settlement in the back country, and open up a wide scope of <rood country. The directors of .the Sylvia mine have wired to the Thames. Miners' Union .as -follows:—"T]]o Thames Miners' Union, being .under the Arbitration Act, the directors will hold it responsible for any strike, because the directors cannot discriminate in regard to employing a man belonging to another union."

The usual fortnightly meeting of the Manchester Unity Lodge of Oddfellows was held in Masterton last night. Bro Stewart, N.G.. in the chair. Bros DnrvjT.e and ' Welch were apoointed selectors for the seven-a-side football tournament. Four members took degrees, Bros Smith and Bippon acting as lecture masters. One new member was initiated. The Pro. C.S. wrote, stating that the Loyal Masterton Lodge were holding a surplus of £624.

■Mr W. C. Buchanan, M.P., has given notice to move for a return showing separately—(l) The acreage of the Longbush estate, in the Wairarapa, purchased by the Government for settlement; (2) the total amount paid for the estate; (3) the total mileage or roads laid off to open up the same; (4) the total cost of constructing the said roads, exclusive of votes by Parliament for metalling; (5) the annual rental charged to the settlers; and (6) a like return in the case of the adjoining Mahupuku block.

Tlip Evening Post states that, an Assyrian witness was asked in the Supreme Court yesterday if he understood English. Our contemporary is probably not aware that there are no Assyrians in New Zealand, and that consequently they cannot be expected to sneak English in our Supremo Courts. Moreover, as Assyria has 'been a desert of ruins for many centuries, there aro no Assyrians left to speak English or any other language. Possibly our contemporary was referring to Syrians.

It has just leaked out (says a cable from London to the Sydney Sun) that the War Office recently sent confidential circulars to all retired officers of the Royal Engineers, requesting them to notify the authorities promptly of any change of address, even if they are only temporarily away on holidays. The circumstance is said to have created something of a sensation in military circles. According to the War Office the circulars have no special significance, but the.general public, of course, scent prospective trouble with 'Germanv.

Pimples Off in .Two Days.— Laxo Tonic Pills removed an nr.-ightly patoh of pimples from my face, writes Mrs Sophei Henderson l , 12. Reilby Street, Bnmore, New South Wales, which for two months had resisted every possible remedy. After trying almost every •medioinie I finally used Laxo-Tomo PilK and after taking them according &> directions, the pimples began to dry <up, and ..i 48 home came away when I was washing, leaving th« skin perfectly clear arad clean. Obtaimahla everywhe.„. JPn.v JU*d and 1» 6(L

A considerable mortality amor.£ owes is reported just now iit soaw parts of the Masterton district .

Stoats and weasels continue to do good work among the rabbits in, the parts of the- Masterton district.

. A spring heifer sale is to be held &fc Pahiatu.i to-morrow. 'Over five hundred head, of cattle are expected to bo yarded.

Quite a number of Taranak/ schools aro closed owing to epidemics «i£ mumps, measles and chicken-pox, which are prevalent all over the diV trict:

One of the sons of the man Beck, who has been arrested at Norsewood in connection with the death of Lis wife, served with distinction in the South African War. A tablet to lii» memory was erected at Norsewood.

During the hearing of a case in the New Plymouth Court recently counsel remarked that the object of selling farms'was not in order to earn commission for land agents. His Worship pertinently remarked: "What else is it for then P"

Tho Primo Minister yesterday received a deputation from the Wellington Furniture Workers' Union, in which one Moriarty made some strong* statements anent the Judge of th& Arbitration Court. Mr Massoy turned the turbulent Moriarty down in asgraceful a manner as tho circumstances would permit.

A meeting of the committee of tho Lansdowne Presbyterian CSiurch was held last evening when the plans antt specifications- for the new chnrcb building were approved. Mr H. A. Jones, architect,, was instructed to call for tenders for the erection of the building.

A complete pasteurising plant is fabe installed at the RoncmttMi butter factory. The plant should have been, m New Zealand now but for the fact that the strikes in England have delayed its shipment.

A report reached Masterton yesterday that an explosion of ga,s had occurred at/Blairlogie, with disastrous results. A. telephone message from the Age office failed to secure confirmation of the report.

The promoters of the hew Defence Rifle Club «fc Hih'aknra, are evidently intent on having their range fatly-'up-to-date, and with this object four or five travelled by motor car on Saturday, through the Wafrarapa am? as far as the Opaki CTub r s range, for the purpose of inspecting the differstyles of targets before makin°their selection. ™

That there is a ready demand for Southland stock in the North Islands is shown by the forgo number of safes effected through local agents anA despatched to various districts in thenorth. The moat notable transaction: during the past week was of four two-year-old ETereford cross bulls, -whfcfc brought the; splendid price of 25 guineas each. They were bred by, Mr J. Holmes, of Waimakaka, and'bought, by a Gisborne client through the N.Z. Loan Company.—Southland News. We learn from Mr R. 0. Garre;t, hon secretary of the New Zealand Piiysical Culture Association, that Mr John Payne, M.P., who lias always manifested a keen interest in sports and pastimes, and: has done much to> > foster friendly, rivalry between rapa Clubs, has, with characteristicgenerosity, intimated his intention on. behalf of his firm, of presenting a,. champion challenge shield for competition. The competition will be open to teams of not less than tour boys from the public schools of New Zealand. Mr Payne is also donating a silver modal to each member of thewinning team. Mr Payne will this mornitiEr assist the secretary to frame the conditions under which ho wishes the annular competition for the Shield to be governed.

An experienced person- wonts a situation as housemaid or waitress.

An advertiser wants a situation tf> assist with light housework. A good home is preferred to high wages.

A young lady, with a knowledge of dressmaking, advertises, for a position as companion-help.

The members of the Mastertoa Municipal Band are requested to attend a meeting in the practice room: at half past seven o'clock this evening. ,

Mr T. Knight, land agent, Eketahuna, requires n client for a 93-acro dairy farm. Particulars appear in tb© wanted columns.

Mr J. Fraser, land and estate agent, Masterton, advertises particulars of two properties, 460 acres and 80 acres, particulars .of which are well worth perusal.

Members of the Masterton Fire Police are, requested to attend, hi full dress uniform, at ,tho Central Fire Brigade on Thursday next at 1.30 p.m. for the purpose of attending the funeral of the late Mr J. H. Pauling, cxcapjain.

Readers are advertised to "Set the Habit" of visiting the shop of Messrs McLeod and Young, booksellers and stationers, where they can keep in touch with new books and stationery always arriving. Patrons are not asked to buy, but will bo shown anything they wish-to see.

The pony stallion Victory, by Jackson, by Silver King, dam Roller, by Bonnie Scotland, is to. stand in Mas--tertotuand travel the surrounding district. Victory is a bay pony, 12Jhands, 3 years old, and gained first honours at the Masterton A. and P. Show, 1911, ias a two-year-old. The owner is Mr A. Benge, of George Street, Masterton. On Wednesday, September 4th, and following days, the W.F.C.A. drapery department will make their special display of spring goods, which havejust been opened up. There is a wide selection of the most up-to-date fashions, and thoro will be a gaslight display to-morrow, Friday, and Saturday nights, when their up-to- date windows will bo fully dressed. Messrs Hood Bros, announce the •■< arrival of their first consignment of spring and summer dress goods. Amongst the specialties' are to ho found the new Jap. Rep, a first-class washing material, the Rajah Shan-, tung, a substitute for,, tussore; Japanese crepes and other washing materials. Also the latest models in headwear 'and fancy, gooda. An carry visit is invited.

No aeed to ■worry over those Costome entries until your brains < ar« fogged. Pass them atone to Messrs J. J. Ourtde and Co.— flhey aire experts at the cam©. There's no timeto be lost (and timo is money to you). wb«* your entries are passed by Messrs J. J. CURTIS AND 00., Obitonvhouse Quay, Wellington. Their charges, toe, an ?er? moderate.

Messrs Graham 'and Co. arc now makiiir a magnificent display of now •season's Roods, .tho chief attraction befti'- ladies' avA maid's millinery. The'"spring flowers and millinery arc very beautiful, and include alt the latest colouring, and styles. Messrs ■Graham and Co. extend a cordial invitation to ladies to visit their show•room and inspect the very latest m spring goods.

Mr S. H. Knight, land agent, Hastings, advertises for sale on page 8 of tins' morning's issue a confectionery, ..small goods and large.tea and dining rooms. Tho business is ; i the centre, of tho town, and coinmaiuls tho principal catering of tho town of Hastings.

A dainty showing of smart ready--to-wear hats is advertised at Messrs -C. Smith's, Ltd., Masterton This is a consignment sent by Mr C. Smith. who is at present in London. There ..are 150 of them, and no two are alike. <Uso a. largo consignment of tussore •and Jap. silk has been sent, and as there is going to be. a great demand for these goods this season their arrival -is opportune.