LOCAL AND GENERAL

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXV, Issue 10713, 18 February 1913, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL

Mere than a usual number of men are reported to 'have boon inquiring for work of lute at the office of the Labour Department in Napier. Kx-constable Charles Rennners was sentenced to three years' imprisonment at Wellington .yesterday, on charges of breaking and entering, and Uiefi, to which he had pleaded guilty. Judging by the number of -'inquiries made regarding accommodation for show week, there should be a record attendance at Solway on People's Day. At Hokitika yesterday a large disused building, formerly the Newcastle Hotel, was destroyed by* lire. The cause of the outbreak is not known. The building was not insured. The Xanicr ma:! train was twenty minute- late in arriving, at Mastcrto.; yesterday. This is no doubt accounted for hv the large number travelling to Masterton in connection with the bolway show. One of the lif.j members of the Cauterburv Typosrrt.phie;:: Society will ■shortly celebrate his hundredth birthday. He is the oldest living compositor. The case in which Marion Fox ehiimed £ISOO from the Otago Harbour Board, in compensation for the death of her husband, who was accidentally killed while employed J>y the l>oard. has been settled. The widow receives £BOO, and all costs paid by the defendants. Tiie rabbit poison manufacturing depot under the control of the Musterton Stock Department, is sending out poison at the .rate of some 60001bs per week. The districts to which poison is sent reach fr.;m Wanganui to Wellington. An outbreak of measles developed on board the *.s. Mamma shortly after leaving Vancouver for Sydney. When the vo.r;el arrived at Auckland yesterday there wero twenty cases under treatment. A new delivery motor cycle, with side car attached, has arrived at the Masterton Post Office. The machine iy of the very ..latest and .most up to date type, and should ensure a quick delivo.'y of mails throughout the town. Scores of motor cars were plying the streets of Masterton yesterday afternoon, and several narrow escapes fro::i accidents occurred. During the next few days it would be well that residents should warn their children against needlessly crossing the thoroughfares. Petty thieving is becoming rife in Masterton. During the absence of a resident from his home a few days back, some person entered the residence and purloined several articles of jewellery, besides a valuable fishing ro--

The following is the output- of wool from the Masterton .railway station from October to February loth:—October " bales, November 686, December 2-104, January 5976, February 3051; total, 12,124* bales. This total shows a slight increase upon the figures for last, year. . Mrs L. M. Godlc.y, wife of the Commandant of t.hn Forces, has acknowledged the receipt; from'the Mayoress of Masterton (Mrs Coradine) of a sum of £ll 4s 6d, collected in Masterton in aid of the shooting prizes for the senior cadet companies. A sum of £5 18s 6d has also been collected by Mrs Bethel! and forwarded, makincr a total of £l7 3s. Messrs Wilford and Levi, solicitors, acting on . behalf of Messrs Hall, Stout, and Lillicrap, solicitors, of Inyergargill, yssterday, served the Prime Minister, as Minister of Lands, with a. .summons issued by Gavin Brighton, owner of the much-discuss-ed lease-in-perpetuity in Southland in reference to the coal lease. All those interested in sport (no matter in what form) should make a point of being present at the meeting to be held in Murray's Rail, Masterton, this evening, with the object of forming a local branch of the Sporty Protection League. The chair will be taken by His Worshi™ the Mayor, and the general secretary (Mr A. A. Paape) will explain the aims and aspirations of the League. At the Napier Native Land Court a day or two ago, an incident arose that recalled reminiscences of the CarrollWi Pere contest for the Eastern Maori electorate in 1889. A Native woman applied to the Court for a certificate that she was 21 years of age, and in substantiation of her claim stated she was born just about the time of this? election, and she was called Poatihinga (the vote that failed), her father being a. strong supporter of Wi Pere, who failed to win the contest. An. experienced stock dealer in South Hawke's Bay, speaking to a representative of the Tribune, disclosed an interesting feature of the slaughtermen's strike. He had a commission to export 50,000 frozen carcases this season. So far he had beern able to get away 11,000, but while he had the balance to draw upon he could not get them frozen. He was of opinion that the loss on lambs through the .strike would be serious, especially where no green feed was available, but lie thought grown sheen already fattened would keen their conditio':! for a long time yet. While an employee at the local brewery was cleaning bottles, purchased from Foxton, he found one showing evidences (says a Palmerston wire) of wear, the cork was tightly embedded and hardened by long immersion in the sea. The'bottle had to be broken, and inside the following note was found: "Duco drifting westward. Tail shaft broken; require help at once. Captain Abraham." The paper shows signs of extreme age. and although illiterate, the writing and spelling suggest a hoax. The find came to an inland town before being discovered. The message has been sent to Wellington for authentication. FOUR SUPERB PIANOS. THE BROADWOOD! THE RONISCH! THE LTPP! THE STEIN- ' WAY! There are constantly received by ( the Dresden' Piano Co., Ltd., hig ; shipments of these famous pianos— 1 new instruments in brilliant condi- " style and quality, they can yet he ( sold by The Dresden at prices which J constitute remarkable value! Time payments if desired. The Dresden system of deferred payment is so reasonable that clients scarcely , miss the instalments. Moreover, j those who buy in this way are only ( charged legitimate catalogue prices. f The firm carries the largest stock $ of pianos in New Zealand, and has c instruments from the lowest to the 1 highest price, so that all can be c suited. r THE DRESDEN £IANO COMPANY I LTD., WELLINGTON. c 'M. J. Brookes, North Island Man- ( agar. Local representative: H. Ln.ns, v Daniell's Buildings, Queen Street, It

The .next Morhotlist Conference is to be held in Dunedin. A poll is to bo taken at Wanganui in April on the proposal to make Saturday the statutory half-holiday. A slight shock of eartliquake was experienced in Masferton at 8.1(3 o'clock last evening. Abbotsford, one of the finest estates in Hawke's Bay, and consisting of 1(300 acres, is to be sold by auction next month. The Tiraaru Chamber of Commerce has decided to arrange to be represented when the Empire Commission sits m Christchurch. An Auckland telegram states that a. young Innf-casto married woman named Groom, has committed suicide by talking lysol. At the meeting of tlie Lansdowne School Committee last evening Messrs E. Hale and C. L. spencer were appointed visin:;g members for tne month. A shock of earthquake was experienced at Greytown at 2.30 o'clock Sunclav afternoon. 2\'obody appears to have felt, it at Masterton. Half-holidays arc to be observed at the whole of' the townships in the Lower Valley to-morrow afternoon, fo r the People's Day o; the Masterton Show.

Taranaki streams and rivers have civ en splendid sport during the past season, and anglers report excellent bags. The trout arc also said to bo in n::.c condition. An; Auckland telegram states that after eating tinned sardines yesterday, the family of Mr J. Morris, of Avonclale, became seriously ill. and medical aid was summoned just in time. All those- suffering made a good recovery, excepting'a. ;li_tt!e boy, who is still in a weak condition. The new Tiraaru Beys' High School was t.p?vcd yesterday, with an increase of 94 on the -roll, necessitating the. appointment of a fourth assistant master. It is intended to specialise in agriculture. The Premier has accepted an invitation to mally open the new school next month. A girl sixteen yoavs cf age, who was detained in the Christchurch lockup for the theft of a bicycle, made a daring attempt at escape yesterday morning. She squeezed through a small opening in- the cell wall. and was removing the .<das<-> from tlie lavatory window, when she. was caught. In another minute or two she would probably have escaped.

As a srqual +0 the drowning tragedy which occurred at Lake Rotorua ten days ago. in which Solommi. Newton lost his life. Richa.rd H-ealey apnea red before the Court at Rotorua yesterday, and nleaded guilty to three charter of supplying liquor to Maoris, off licensed premises. Healey .supplied honor to the Natives while on a "motor launch trip. The, accused was convicted, and fines and costs aggregatino; £6l Is were imposed. Before balloting commenced in connection with a section of land im Hawke's Bay last week the Commissioner cf Crown Lands (Mr R. T. Sadd") explained that a number of the applications had been rejected for various reason.?. He desired to call attention to the fact that applications were not being filled in nearly full en on ph. The Board bad to know exactly what a man's means were, and if bo had a guarantee it was 'necessary to know something about it. The Board were there to see that suitable and bona 'fide settlers were put on the land. It was no use typists and serves sending in applications—it would be no use putting them on the land.

Wairarapa breeder? were very successful in tlie 'Riomney section* at the recent Dannevirke shew. The results were as follow :Two tooth Romney ram, G. E. Allen 1 and 2, W. H. Buick 3: three Romnev rams, twotooth. W. B. Allen 1. G. E. Allen 2, W. H. Buick 3; four-tooth mm, W. H. Buick 1, W. B. Allen 2; ram over 33 months. W. H. Buick 1. 3 and ehamnion. W. B. Allen 2: two-tooth ewe W. B. Allen 1 and 2. G. E. Allen 3: ewe anv arre, \V. F. Buick 1 and champion, W. B. Allen 2 and 3; two ram Jambs, G. E. Allen 1. W. B. Allen 2; two ewe lambs, W H. Buick 1, G. E. Allen 2. A Conference of the head? of trainins; colleges and members of Boards of AcJvicp onened in Wellinrrton yesterday, Mr G. Hogben, InspectorGeneral of Schools', presiding. Tn welcoming the delegates, the"Chairman expressed the hope that their deliberations -would be advantageous to the system of education, so far as 'it concerned Training Colleges. One question they would be h> a better nosition to settle than three years ago. was the relation of University College studies to professional studies. Another matter was that of the conditions that are required by the new reeulntions. for giving students who had been in training for the full time, teacher's certificates, based on their training colic;™ wcrk. The extension of University Inirsaries would also be di^r.ssed.—-Assn. The monthly meeting of the Lansdowne School Committee was held last evening. Present: Messrs E. Hale (chairman), W. S. Dickens, C L. Spencer and D. A. Pickorkio;. An apology for absence was received from Mr A. J. Cooncr. The tary of the Wellington Education Board wrote advising of the discontinuance of free school books, stationery and grants for school libraries. It was decided to call for tenders for' the erection of a. tool shed for the school. The headmaster reported a credit balance of £l9 14s lid in connection with the recent school concert, which money is to be devoted towards the construction of .1 school tennis court. The attendance report showed the number on the roil to be 240, avernoc 990 per centage 92. A cheque for' £lO 10s for the quarterly capitation was received from the Wellington Education Board.

IF YOU HAVE A Coueh, Cold, Nose, Throat, or Lung Trouble, Stomach, Bowel, or Liver Complaint. Rheumatism, Neuralgia, use SANDER'S EUCALPYTI EXTRACT; 5 drops in a tablespoon of waZter. Remember, you cannot expect the good effects from any sort of eucalpytus. Sander's Extract cures because it contains ethereal and antiseptic substances not contained in other eucalyptus proructs. These latter, made bv persons, ignorant of chemistry, and provided with fancy names and labels by trading concerns who do not know what they contain, have caused previous harm, and a death has resulted from their use. Do not applv an ointment to a sore., It keen's back the secretion.- To wounds, bruises, sprains, burns ulcers, eczema, and other skin troubles, applv Sander's Extract; 15 drops in a tablespoonful of # olive oil. The effect will surprise you. Sander's Extract heals because it ig freed from the irritating constituents contained in other eucalyptus preparations. Tfc heals when others irritate. Insis-b upon the Genuine Sanders.

The* South Wniivnapa Trotting Chili luu. increased its stakes to £-100, be* ing £75 more than last year. A specimen of the almost, extincti fresh water iisb, known as the "Upukuroro," was caught in the Waiohiue river a few days ago. The Harry .Richards Company, in which .Miss Xella \\"ebh. tlie delightful American, danseu.se, ligures prominently, will appear in Masterton early next mouth. The Martinborough Gun Club lias declared the winner of its competition, cup to be Mr F. Fenwiek. 'iho cup has been held by Messrs 0. Harris, ,). Ki[minster, and being won twice in. succession by Mr Fenwiek, he thereby. becomes its owner. An. exhibitor of pigs at the Masterton .show rather staggered the stewards yesterday, when'lie produced a ticket lor the admission of his swine. into tiie pens reserved for "tegy." The mistake- was rectilied. •liie Wairarap.i Amateur .Swimming Oiuo lias uee.iuea to nolu a ioj yards hanaicap ovene on liiursuay evening. intending competitors are reminded tiiat_ entiles ioj- tlie Carterton Club's carnival close on Friuay nexc. Mr A. Eddy, .secretary of the local club. wiU receuo entries.

The usual meeting of the Manchester unity of Oddfellows was Jieid in Masterton last nigiu, liro ii. Evans, Jtk A.G., in, the chair. Bro F. Youle.gH V.U.. and P.G. Bro J. Winskill.lH were reported to be attending the dis~ ™ trice meeting now being held at the Loyal \ ictoria Diamond Lodge, Levin Delegates reported that the picnic under the, auspices of the Friendly So- '' c:ety s Council will be held at Solway on Easter Monday.

A meeting 0 f tlio Management Committee of tiio Wairarapa Amateur Swimming CJub was held in the secretary s rooms in Masterton last night. Present: Messrs A. D. Gillies (chairman), R. Pinhoy, G . Forman. H., Williams. .]. (ieorgeson, A. Miller A J. McEuen, \y. Dickson, and A.' H. A « :OU "ts to the amount of £39 Ilk lid worn passed for payment., it was decided to make a donation to the Carterton boy scouts in appreciation tin- their excellent services at the Club's snorts. The secretary presented a balance-sheet of the annual .sport* meeting, which was sidercd very .-satisfactory. A girl's black strap shoe, .found between Carter-con, and Masterton s awaits ownership. Loyal Orange Lodge, JS T o. 59, meets in Murray's H:dl ;; t 7 o'clock this ev-<-enurg. Mr I'. P. V,\ hii advertises for salertwo fir,t ,lav.; farms of 194 and 1373acres re ?;.•...• •_•::•/._-!'7. Also cheap town. properties. Visitors u\ ihs> show are notified. that lunch !? obtainable at the Club. Hotel bi'xwr.-en 30.30 a.m. and 2 p.m., and dinner between G p.m. and 7 p.m,. The table is ::rvi, < lass. Madame C;:r!e, millinery specialist,, is making: r;. display at 35 Queen Street, or Antnmn millinery, including every description of millinery novelties, smart hots, tailored hats, matron's hat-, ji.'l bonnets. Ladies areinvited zo s;di and inspect. Messrs Tot.-hiJl, Ldti of Invercargill,.. who are tb.> JS'.Z. agents for Sutton's, famous M>eds, are- making a specialdisplay 01 of every description! at the Soiw.jy --yjioiy. The firm extendi a cordial •inv-uatiaoi to all those interested in. farm and garden seeds tovisit their stand near the produce hall. Carpenter's great clearance sale ofT quality footwear is proceeding apace, and promises to be a record. Every pair of boots, shoes and slippers has. been subject to a heavy reduction,, and the sale price of goods is plainly ; marked throughout each department.! ' The thrifty buyer will find a walk} through Carpenter's store is time well' spent.

The preparations made, by Messrs Pmhey Bros., Ltd., for the conveyance of passengers during the busy' show week are most complete, and! are quite in keeping with the firm's' reputation for doine: things thoroughly. Vehicles of every description including a latest model 5-seater touring car, will be available for hire, and' intending visitors to Sohvay can rely on receiving., prompt aad efficient attention. Xo show would,be complete without an exhibit from the Singer Manufacturing Company, and certainly the* firm is leaving no stone unturned for / the effective exhibition of their world- ' famous manufactures at the Sohvay show. They have devoted a very, large space in one of the permanent stands for the display, and it will no, doubt prove the centre of a great dealt of public interest during the progress-, or the show. A demonstration off drawn threadwork will also be given: by -Hiss Gilletfc, one of the firm's lady artistes, which should wove of special interest to the ladies. Mr A E Kilgour, tli© local agent, will he ir* charge of the exhibit during the show

Mr T. liiglis, of the well known firm of Messrs Inglis Bros, Motor Importers, Wellington, arrived by motor, '•csterday from Dannevirke, and will be in attendance on the Sohvay show-, grounds until after the show. A[ large marquee, 30ft by 4oft has been erected on the grounds, in which are. exhibited the Wolseley, Deasv, Stuart (two models), I'enn, and RX'.H., ag. well as a big display of motor accessories. Mr Inglis will be at the. Club Hotel until woxt Saturday, and" will be pleased to discuss motor business with anyone interested, or demonstrate to intending purchasers. Attention is drawn to +.he firm's advt.. on page 2of this morning's issue. | The display to be made by TheTalkeries, Masterton, at the Sohvay show this year is a most comprehensive one, and will be a special attraction. _ Included in the exhibition will be a fine show of gramaohones and" gramaphone records of every description, which would be hard to equalanywhere. A representative of the. Age was yesterday afforded an oppor- i tunity of hearing a number of selec- * tions by John McCormack. tho famous tenor, played on a magnificent gramaphone, and the production was certainly a revelation in purity of sound". New Edison phonographs and Edison records will bo shown in profusion, and a cordial invitation is extended to visitors to the show to inspect tho. exhibition.

It is difficult to credit all the w*r stories that are cabled to New Zenland, but it may be accepted that the. Allies have beaten back the Turks. \ and look like being able to force "-. terms of peace at the gates of Con- * stantinople. Absolute reliance can, however, be placed in the statement that Crescent Tea is the best tea procurable in New Zealand at 2s, la lOd and U Bcl t>er lb. Trr » fr;« INTEREST AWAKENED. Interest awakened everywhere in the marvellous, cures of Cuts, Burns, and Wounds with Dr Sheldon's Magnetic Liniment. Is 6d nd 3s. Obtainable everywh^rf-.

A reward is ottered for the recovery of ii small yellow and white dog, lost Jirom tsolway. Business men who require good signwriting should read -Mr \\ . «• Cole's rcpiaco advertisement in tins issue. The necessity of shopping early is advocated in tlie change adyt. to-day of Mr Donald, especially it the. suit or costume is wanted tor Easter. The finder of ridinc whip, lost between Carterton and Sol way, will - well rewarded on returning same to this office. Messrs James Elliott and Co., saddlers, Queen Street, are now showing English hunting saddles and Sles, black and brown harncjj show hafters, head , stalls, English Hocked leggings in pigskin and antelope, and everything for horses. Notice » given by the Masterton County Council of holding a meeting to confirm a resolution for increasing the number of managers for the Lansdowna Water Supply. A copy ot said resolution may be seen at the County Chambers, Mastcrton. Attention is drawn to the sale by auction on Tuesday, 18th inst, at 3 p m., of tho Roversdalo Estate, on account of Mr Donald Eraser by Messrs Levin and Co., Ltd., at their offices, Chapel Street. Mastcrton. It has Wa arranged with Mr Frascr that bU per cent of the purchase money may remain on mortgage for o years at Jj?, rjcr cent. "■What! Show week, and you require your show hat. Messrs J. L. Murray, Limited, have just opened a full range of new goods. .The latest in velo'ux, fur, and beaver felts in castor, nickel, slates, greys and browns Smart straw boaters in medium and wide leaf. High grade Panamas in the latest shape. Tress caps in new Donegal, Harris and fancy tweeds. Ton should inspect the up to date stock. Satisfaction in tho flection of your show hat is guaranteed.