The Wairarapa Daily. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1890.

Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume XI, Issue 3692, 20 December 1890, Page 2

The Wairarapa Daily. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1890.

There has been, wo regret to say, another rabbit raid in our E.M. Court, fc>tili,wo are compelled to admit tljattho spectacle is one of. depai'tmeutal officials doing their duty against landowners who have failed in their duty. We feel very sorry I to see Mr Andrew once more let iu for a panalty, but we believe Win to be in the wrong. We do not know whether he happens to bo the typical squatter of the olden time, sketched the other day by our local contemporary as fleecing everything around him. In tiie fiiol JIIJCS m> squatter, like the kangaroo, belongs to Australia, and qur local conj;emr porary cannot justly represent lpj as '4 Wot of this 'colony. A large landowner is certainly'not a squatter, and in the case of Mr Andrew ismore used to beingfleeoed than to fleecing, .The large' landholder is a settler holping a large block of land which ■will not pay to subdivide and endeavoring to make a living, for his family.under many disadvantages, lifis expected to feed on demand the floating population of the district,! and this said floating population at eleotioii time is wont to vote for any individual who will bito the hand that has'fed them; However this) niay,beMr Andrew, if not a squatter, is.a large landowner^. and we fear does hot make very much profit' out of his big palate. It may be that he is better fitted to run a college than a station,'but whether this be so or not he is a good friend and a.goodneighbor,' i mati npiversally liked and respected far his 14ncjliness ability andirtegrity,: but • somewhat distpiei on points of juOgraont, having reference .to.atatipu management. We very muoh regret to see j 'an old friend, whom we esteem so highly,' fined: time after time, but we 'dare hot say that in the interests of the.public the,operation of the Act should be arrosted unless he or someone olse oan cb)ajly''§hpw a 'better iinethpd of,l,carrying' out the work of exterminating the'.post. The men whoare harassed, worried, and fined under the Babbit Act are thornpn who. fail,in keeping rabbits'in clieqli..'.',|n"ppo sei)se they are punished endugu'ln having three parts of their, by; vernlin, and it seems cruel to distress ffiein further withffiesaad penalties. Still) thehian whofailsiir his battle against ih'e'riibbits pt only iniures himself but 'distresses ;his -neighbors, ! His property, beephiea a plague spot which niiist, in the interests of others, be brought into a more healthy condition,' The'Btateujust stepin and j

compeiliimtb down :Or lteephem down :fprhim. Act must ba carried out 6v'remain" a aoad\ letted. : If : tliosa who obstruct the working of the Act cau.malseit run smoother without ■ destroying its; effectivdnsss, tliey will confer-n benefit on the community, but' this is the last thing they attempt to do; : It ia little to tbem that the district is losing.fifty -thousand pounds a year by rabbits,' tliat::five hundred additional hands might be employed here if tlie plague werestauipod out: Those who make out that the Act and tho officers who.faithfully administer;it, : afe-tho-enemies of the settler, and who mislead the public by continually. holding up men who are doing their duty honestly and scorn and obloquy, are deserving of the severest censure. The rabbit is the veal enemy of tho sottler, and we hope there is sufficient common sense left in the community to realize this plain and palpablo consideration, and to djstrust, the -claptrap wliir-h has b.eon made the staple of a popular election. The' community lives by the land; and it cannot allow rabbits to take charge of tbe soil which finds it in food and clothing. \

Tlio sister of Muskot, (Mosquito), hag been purchased by Mr D, Cooper tor £SOOO. . •■;•■ Dr Chalmers was thrown from his horse at Orbua Bridge on Thursday, breaking both of his arms. News from Samoa report sovere shocks of earthquake 'on tho Island of Ninfou, Tho natives abandoned their villages in terror. j Several representatives of the Mastertou Me Volunteers intend taking part in the Rifle Association mooting to bo. held in Napioc next month, A notico regarding a loan proposed to bo raised by the Mauriccville Road Board for the purpose of felling and forming Mount Munro road east, appears in anothero olumn, _.._,- To pirate our Alfrcdton correspondent" letter in (0(0 and thon '0 call him inrao 8 i> porhaps characteristic of our loca contemporary's unlimited assurance, Tho Temuka Leador says Mr. A. WHosg is one of the most trenchant writers and best speakers in the colony, Mr. A, W. Hogg says the Temuka Loader deals very ably with tho new members of tho House of Representatives. ''■■

We aro requested to remind our readers of Messrs Lowes & lorns, sale of Mr Leo's furniture, which takes place at tho Taneru Hotel on Monday morning at 11 o'clock. In consequence of Mr Lee leaving; tho hotel, every line will be sold to the highest bidder, and parties desirous of securing bargains will do well to bo them, We understand Mr Hawke will run a coach to and from the sale,

Mr, W, Dougall, watchmaker, jeweller, etc., of Queen street, announces that he has in stock a grand assortment of Christinas, New Year and Wedding Gifts, most of which havo been imported direct, Those desirous of making presents could not, therefore, do bettor than pay a visit of inspection to his well-known establishment,

Boforo breaking up yesterday, tho children attending the Masterton infant schoohvere presented with Christmas cards by the teaohors, who generously undertook to fulfil the duties of the school committee,

A Southern contemporary says;— The Staff of tho 'Wanganui Chronicle' took such a keen interest in the elections that the editor hkd to apologise f«r the feductHJrt of tho usual quantity of reading-matter, They will persist in doin« funny things at Wanganui, It is not to be wondored at that they are constantly grafting contingents to the Lunatic Asylum. A Maunceville correspondent requests us to correct a stateinont which appeared in »ur column* on Wednesday to the effect that tho deputation from tiu Wellington Education Board had decided that tho old commissioners of tho Mauriceville school should conduct the business till April. This, it appears, was not so, Tha business of tho deputation was merely to decide upon a site for a new sohool, but after hearing the dispute between the members ot the twp committees, they instructed' the present committee to oarry on till april noxt,

A spooial meeting of the Masterlon Hospital Trußtceb was held yesterday (Friday.) Present Meeßrs J. C. Boddin'gton (Chairman), J, lows, J, B Keith', B, P, Perry and the Rev, W. E, Paige. Tho following tenders were accepted for supplies for tho forthcoming year;— Groceries, Mr (J, Johnston,' meat,MrW, Perry;bread', Mr J. J, Falk; milk, Mrs Ewinetou; drugs, Mr H. E. Eton | only one tender' for' firowood was received,,' and thJB tho'Trustees decided not to acoept, Jt wi(s resolved to issuo a spepial circular to tho' hush sottlpments, soliciting their sympathies on behalf of the institution, as it was pointed out that a number of oanoa had been recolvod cluvins; thcyoar from that part,

Ono ot tho' 'tyrannised Natives" vrites to us aB follow ;-."Doar Mister Edi-tor,-Porhaps you think it alright I send you a few lines about tho Maori, Ho nevor liko tho Judge in tho Court fine him for he never killing rabbits, The Jfaoj'j alright, ho never wa,nt break Uio laws, "Tho.'white man, ho letch the rabbits and put him on the Maori laud, no good this, Too many eels on Maori land, then alright, Maori pay line, But he nover pay fino for rabbits. This law no good; vory bad; wo liko to aoo him altered,

The London lleliringers and Faust Family gave their second performance ill the Theatre ltoycj last oypning, t)io aiidiouco being'again very largo. Evory item of the lone; and varied programme was rendered in it graceful and pleasing manner, and the frequent bursts of applause signified tho appreciation of the audience. Tlte evening's entertainment was concluded with an amusing pantomhnjo sketch cnjjled "The Village Tormont," This pieoo has been specially written for tho company, by Mr Tod Faust, and went off swim, uiingly. A matinee for children will bo given this' afternoon, and the last porforraanoo of the soason this evening. The company perform at Groytown on Monday and at Feathsrston on Tuesday night. "

It is difficult to say just at present which of the candidates in the Mastorton distciot for Parliamentary honours will be successful; hut itis quite true, so far as South Wnirarapa is con cemed, that'll Fmrbrother &Son, of Oar erton, offer tho best quality of good s a| lowest prices.—Advt.

It should also be remembered that all purchases in our Clothing Department whether for Boys' or' Men's wear, will entitle tho customer to a Christmas Present at TpAro House, Wellington, ~

By far the largest ana most attractiv ■display of new Summer Millinery, Drcse goods. and fanoy Drapery is now on view 'at the Bon-Marohe. tars I, J Hooper and Co liavo this day received their second shipment for tho season, comprising all the latest styles and fashions, English and French millinery. Summer Hats and Bonnet's, Pretty, and Stylish Jackets, Visites, Mantles, .lAco Caps, Dust Cloaks, New Fashionable-Dress .'Materials, Pongees, Prints, Zophyrs, Muslins,. Parasols, ltibbons Embroidery Edging and Insertions, Hosiery and gloves &o 4ft, Ins Clothing and gentlemen's Mercery Departnje'nt'at'th'e ?pn Mo'icljc is "(illy stocked with'new gijqils for'the 'season. A'idfg'e assortment of. Men's, Youth's and toy's Whins .manufactured frp.ni New I aoalSfltl tweEsus. The Cjethlng'manufactured for the Bon Marolie is well : known. L J Hooper and Co offer better value in jhjs. departiiKut than'any other s House in tho colony. Their suits to measure from aOs are perfect wonders; far pripe; lit. • and finish, Ii J Hopper and flo.p rp shqwinga, snlei)ihtl cj)l|eolla,]i -(jf. .Jfejis, Hard and Soft Felt flats all shapes,' .Step? Hilt; washing scarfs, ■ white,, qxford 'and regatta Shirts., Panama Hats' and every dosoriptlon of gentlemen's ip, eery.'

was' ; sounded on tho Queen Street; j; tireboll;,;this"'aftarnobtf, "th/i olnmnoy ,uf a -resident iri^Baniiiater-streethavingtakeufirei-ri'-?" •■

.', A victim of the Btviko was recently found in the Sydney Domain in adyinsj atato. flojv'asremovod'to the hospital tyliero he onlv livod a few hours,: The man s body.woighcd only SOlba—about ho weight.of a five or six year old bpj, ' A riiiisiqal battle arid coffee supper aro to bo held, by tho Salvation Army on Boxing night, when Stall Captain Robinson and other officers will be present, A picnic will be held durius thodayin Wrisdey'spaddook; ' '?.•'■'

According to the Lytteltda : Timesseveral stations in North Cantorbury are this year forwarding their wool to the local market as wolf as to tho Christchurcli Unilway Station by ; Tho Rev. Charles Olark is to lecturo in Masterton on Eoxing niatht 011 tho "Tower of London.".

The Union Steamship Company have, Bays a Dunedin telo?ram, decided to Rrant a reduction of 20 per cent, off I excursion fares for teachers during' their holidays." ■ . .

The establishment of Mr J B limes, I bookabller, stationer, otc,of Qucens'reet, presents a very seasonablo appcaranco at the present tjmo. A large assortment of the periodicals of the season is just to hand, together with, all tho Christmas numbers of English papers.. A number of .-beautiful, engravings, suitable for framing, are»lbo in stock. The collection of hooks, which is already one of tho best in tho province, has been improved by the addition of all the latest works of. fiction. The annual volumes just to hand aro being sold at ■Wellington prices, and iudeod, tho whole of the stock'jis boiug disposed of at greatly reduced rates during the Christmas season, The assortment of toys, Japanese goods, Christmas and New Year Cards, oto, etc, is excellent, and the only recommendation that we can make to tbe public is that they will call early and inspect the goods.

■ Mr A, W. Hog?, M.H.R., viewed the Maatertou Infant School yesterday and addressed (he children print to their "breaking-up" for the summer vacation. Ho fouud eighty-four bright and intelligent youngsters'- present, all jubilatitat too thought' of having five lovoly woeka in which to enjoy thornBolves to theif heart's content, In his remarks Mr Eogg expressed pleasure at Boeing so liuny present, and hoped they wore going to enjoy thornselvos thoroughly during their holidays, At the aamo tiino he advised them to avoid too much plum pudding, cakes and lollies, water' holes, rivors and horse's heels, so that they might meet again as happy and healthy as thoy had parted, He expressed regrot that • the Committee and the Town Lands Trust had net seen their way clear to furnish prizes this year, but was pleased to see that the lady teachers had' come to the resoue with a pretty collection of Christmas cards, At the request of Mr Hogg, three cheors wore given for tho teachers,. Miss Watson, Miss Barron, and Miss Kuane, and tho prizes were then distributed,

_ H will undoubtedly be a matter ■cs interest to all mothers and heads of familio that thoro is an abundance ol tho newes and most useful styles in Children's Boys and Youths' clothing at To Aro House, Wellington,

Mr G J Ferguson, late of Wanganui, has nowohnrge of our Clothing Depart-mont, and from his intimate knowledge of the requirements of his country districts will be able to execute all orders promptly and satisfactorily, He requests his numerous friends to forward them with every confidence to Tc Aro House, Wellington, In forwarding orders, the age of the Boys and the olass of suit wanted, need only to be sent to To Aro Houso, Wellington, Wo havo a grand selection of Kaiapoi Tweed Suits, especially adapted for school wear, from 0/6 to 12/s;»superior lot of Kaiapoi suits with pleated fronts, from 10/0 to 15/6; and an immense variety of other Colonial Tweed Suits in plain pleated fronts' and Norfolk shapes, from lis Cd to 31s at To Aro Houso, Wellington, Tliero aro also largo quantities of English Tweed suits for Boys' wear, from 4s lid, 5s lid, (is lid, ,7s lid, 8s lid, to 10s lid. Velveteen Suits in threo colors, and in tho Patience and Sailor shapes; as also at immense variety of Boys' Jersey Suits, an prices ranging from 5s lid to7s lid, and upwards at Te Aro Home, Wellington,