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Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume XIII, Issue 4303, 24 December 1892, Page 2

We have to acknowledge _the receipt from Mr W, Kinsey, artist and photo, grapher, of Lainbtun Quay, Wellington, of a voiy fine large-sized portrait of Sir James Prendergast, Chief Justice tor the Colony. Mr Kinsey, while turning out what may be torraed a speaking likeness of the learned Judge, has aucceeded in producing a remarkably clear, sharp, and well-finished picture. In grace and ease of pose and in happily-caught expression, Mr Kinsey's photograph of His Honor is a very clever study, indeed, and it certainly must rank as ono of tho most successful photographs which libb ever been takon in a Wellington studio. rhe_ portrait, noedless to say, has been received with much complimentary criticism in judicial circles in the Empire City and among those who. have acquaintance with Sir James Prender. gaat.

It is notified by Messrs Peters and Co. coach proprietors, of Woodville, that a special coach will meot the last train from Wellington thiß (Saturday) evening at Eketahuna to convey passengers to Pahiatua leaving thero on the return journey, at option, on Sunday at tlireo o'clock, or on Monday at 6 o'clock. The return faro is eight shillings. ' A special show of meat tastefully dressed, for Christmas, was on view last night at the shop of Mr F. Holloway, npjrooito tho Empira Rotol, Qilfißn.streefc, Masterton. Tile shop was also nicely decorated with ferns, etc.' The display was iu every way a credit to Mr Holloway and his establishment, and many people oyed the luscious joints with anticipating gaze,

As the hnrveßt approaches, the farmer watches with interest the progress of his crops, but ho has also to make the necossary preparation for reaping at the right time- It is, thorefore, evident that machines should bo looked to and put in proper gear, and any parts nhioh require replacing should beprooured. In this connection Messrs Townsend & Cowpor, the well and favourably known saddlers of Queen Street, Masterton, invite those interested to secure their requirements in the shape ot harvest gloves,' whips, knoe caps, eto,, of whioh they have just laid in a new Block, aud get their repairs executed at once bofore the busy harvest time, begins. The innumerable other necessities in the way of saddlery and harnefs whioh are required by the settler are proem able at this old-established shop. It ia hardly needful for us to refer to the good workmanship which is a characteristic of this firm, or to the quality of the stock kept. Their reputation in theso respects is already well established. Wo are also asked to say that the firm are cash buyers of horse hair and beeswax in any quantity. Mr E. Tonnyson Smith coneludod a most succcFsful mission at Danevirko on Thursday night. The following resolu. tion was proposod by theiiovMr McCully (Prcsbytorian) nnd seconded by tlie liev. W, Kobcrtshawe (Anglican)"Thao this meeting conveys its deep thankfulwas to Mr Tennyson Smith for his woek's work in Danevirke, Wo admire his courage and devotion to the cause of total abstinence and pray God may long spare him for hip work and crown him with success in it. He loaves his image enshrined in a saered niche in our hearts for he has manifested nothing but ft spirit of truo gentlemanliness, self saoriliee, and consideration towards both opponouts and friends, and we look on him as every inch a man." This resolution was carried with acclamation and tlireo choers wore then given for the lecturer.

A deputation consisting of MrNordell, and Mr Joseph Smith, of Ekotahuna, as representing the Stirling Special Settlement Association, was introduced to tho Minister for Lands by Mr Hogg, M.H.R., yesterday morning, The deputation explained that the Association had been allotted a block of land between Ekotahuna and Pahiatua, huso far they bad been unable to obtain plans, aud they had boen asked by the Commissioner to hold- the ballot betore the plans are ready. They also, thought the price asked—£ 12s 4d peraore, with 6s per aero added for road» ing too much, and wished to be consulted as to the expenditure of tho ready money as they disapproved of the cutting of traoksand preferred to have one mile of road to three of tracks, The road also would go through a Government reserve. Tho Minister said that he had no special knowledge of the particular instance l'cterred to, but it was optional with selectors to hold the ballot before they had the plans, aud in many caseß Associations had urged tho Commissioner to allow them to hold a ballot m this irregular manner, so that they might get their land without the delay necessary for tho preparation of plans and survoys, Turing tho past twelve monthß the Department h'as been rushed with applications from Associations, and every one expected its own particular block to bo surveyed first, The making of Burvoysand the preparation and lithographing of plans was a matter of time, and the Survey Department had kept its somowhat limited staff at high pressure to got the work done. The administration of the lands and tho fixing of the price rested with the Land Board and the Commissioner, and Mr Baker had informed him that fair prices had been placed upon them —in fact, tho Government had been accused of disposing of these lands to associations at muoh under their value. Tho deputation instanced the Wellington Association's block, situated botween thorn,and the main road, which had been £1 an acre, but in reply to Mr MoKouzie, admitted that this -was five years ago, which the Minister said was no oriterion. As for tho 5s tor roading, that never covered the Government expenditure on tho roads, but he would be willing to let the Association Bee the plans of tho roads to be made out of this money, and any suggestions made by them would be carefully considered. Mr MoKenzie then referred the deputation to Mr Baker, tho Commissioner, as to the price, upon which the deputation left and interviewed Mr Bakor, who stated that ho had boen guided by what- ho regarded as the market value of the land, In future he intended to have tho average value of special sottlement blocks fixed by an export, Mr Llewellyn Soaitb,- tho local surveyor fixing the relative values of tho sections, Ho promised to send plans before the ballot,-Post-,

Last night the attention qf a large number of persons was attracted by a fine display of goods for Christmas consumption in the shop of Mr G. Butler, pork butcher, Queen Street, Masterton, where a good variety of 'Mr Butler's specialities iB at the choice of the purchaser, •. Those who inspected Mr Butler's window uttered many complimentary remarks regarding the tasty provisions on view therein, ' During the month of December, from tlio first day to the last, unusual advantages will be offered to all cash customers at Te Aro House, Wellington. There will be a free distribution of Christ' mas presents, differing in valuo according to the amount of goods purchased at Te Aro Houso, Wellington. Out scale for this distribution is very liberal, and may bo seen in another column of this paper, The Christmas'gifts have been expressly selected for this purpose, and havo just come to band by the latest mail steamers at To Aro Houso, Wellington,

Country residents will find this an excellent opportunity for buying all they need in household drapery, dress fabrics, millinery, mantles, jaokets, mens', boys', and youths' clothing, eto., from the largest and cheapest stock in.the Province, at Te-Arq House Wellington," ' fori'iii 1 addition to buying well and cheaply, they will have the opportunity of selecting their own presents, in accordance wiih tho amount of purchases, from tho Ist! to the 31st December, at Te Aro Bouse Wellington. . • . ■ i

_ Orders by post will receive prompt attention, apd-wnere cash is enclosed, the preßents .will be Sent with" the good! from Je

• MrE, Tenovson Smith arrived in Maßterton yesterday afternoon. ' Those who have horses, at the Ojinki Itages are enjoined by a nottiGcation in this issue to leave them at tbo horse-yards, which will : be in charge of two oareful and efficient men, and where, for a email fee, the quadrupeds will be well looked after in every way,

Influenza is very prevalent at Westport. .. . .

lii our list of handicaps for the Mauriceville Sports the name of Henry deJoux, with Byds in 100 yds; 12 in 220 yds, and 20 in the 240 yds was omitted. "T, Gieeson" should also read " J, Gieeson."

A fresh outbreak of cholera has ocourred in Hamburg, and the epidemic is again spreading throughout the city at an alarming rate. It is reported that that the Shah of Persia is seriously . The Queen and Prince of Wales declined to subscribe to General Booth's schemo to provide a dinner for 5000 poor at Christmas, Lord Mayor Knill-snbscribed, Arrangements, in this district for the holidays aro quite equal to former years, something being provided to to 'suit all-tastes, from a raoe meetl ing to a Salvation Picnio. If we are only favoured with fiue weather, a most enjoyable time may be looked forward to, " Rettledrummer Reeves" is the name which tho Catliolic Timoo qivoo. to the Minister for Education.' The Masterton Volunteer Band has kindly consented to attond at the Catholio picnio on Monday in MoKenzie's bush, and play during the day, Ten good bushmen at one shilling per hour are advertised for in our Wanted column. .

Mr G, Hunter's well-known mare Cynisca died on Wednesday from lock* jaw.

To-morrow, Ohrismas Day, special music suitablo to tho occasion will be rondered at the Wesleyau Ohurch, Masterton, whore theEey. J. Dukes will proaoh as usual. .

Mr Frank Feist, of Carterton, had his business premises very nicely dejorated last ovening. We would remind our readers that the Post Office counter will be open for half an hour this evening after tho Wollington mail is sortod for ut delivery of correspondence-

Miss R, Potier has been appointed Postmistress at Castlepoint, The Hon. W. B- D.Mantell, Mr W. T. L- Travora, and Mr. Edward JVegear, have been re-appointed Governors of tho New Zealand Institute.

One of the chief attractions for Boxing Night, ia the comedy of" Our Boys" to be produced in the Masterton Theatre by a Company specially selected by Mr J. Barnard of Greytown. The laughable after-piece" The Two Thompsons" will also appear on the boards, so holiday makers may count on having an exceptionally jolly ovening. A splendid orchestra will bo in appearance, A couple of gontlemen, who had been tbe holidays by a too free indulgence in alcoholic liquors, were brought before Mr Burton Boy, J.P., at the Did Court House, Masterton, this morning, His Worship gave thorn some good advice regarding the foolishness of their ways, and inflicted a fine of 6s or 24 hours on one, the other—a first offender—being convicted and discharged.

Among tho numerous ways of spendinct an enjoyable holiday on Boxing Day is by attending a picnio, One of tlio prettiest epotß in Masterton for this parposo is on the grounds known as Motionzie's Bush, off Dixon Stroet, where the annual Catholic picnio is to bo held this year. At these pleasure parties, games and sports are provided for young and old alike and good music will be suppliod throufjbout the day by the Masterton Volunteer tfrasj Band. A sooial m the Drill Hall, Mastorion, in the evening, will end a very pleasant day's enjoyment Tlio members ot tho staff of the Wairarapa Daily Times gathered round the composing stone this morning | for the purpose of making a presentation to one of their number, Mr H, "Wimsett, on the eve of his marriage with Miss N. Hill of Masterton. The presentation took the form of a handsome marble clock accompanied by the following address 11 Kour fellow workers in this office doßlre to mark your approaching marriago by some slight expression of good will, and by many hearty wishes for tho future happiness of your wife and yourself. You have, Bince you camo amongst us, gained the sincere respect and goodwill of one and all, and you are asked to accopt tho little present now offered as a token of friendship and esteem," Mr J. Payton, in making tho presentation, offered a few suitable remarks, to which Mr Wimsett briefly replied, the proceedings terminating with three oheers for Mr Wimsett, and three for the" chief."

The Salvation Army are still to tho fore. The Ttfasterton and Carterton Corps united, are to hold a grand nicnio at Mr Wrigley's bush at the top of Perry Street, Mastefton—r-a fine place for an outing. The ohargo for admission is only aispenoo, with tea and milk provided other refreshments being procurable on tho ground. The friends and supporters of the Army should roll up to this great meeting The day over ample provision is made for tho evening when a monster musical fustivalandcuffee aupper will be held in tho Barracks, Dixon Street, ifaatorlon,»t which the " white robed songsters" will njako their first appearance. Tho tickets for these excel, lent entertainments for the body and mind are only mnepenoe, while a silver coin admits to the musical meeting only It is notified by Messrs Win, Q. Beard, A. R, Buuny, and 0, A, fow. nail, Master ton i that the Christips holidays to be observed by them will commence on Monday, 26th instant, and terminate on Saturday, 7th January, both days inclusive. Between these dates their respective offices will, therefore, be closed. Residents of Mastertoa had better be on the look out, sb at the present time some very undesirable characters aro about, Some time during last night tho premises of Mr Geo. Heron were entered, but as yet nothing has been trissod, Entranoe was obtained by cutting out a portion of one of the front windows with a ohisel or pocket knife. An effort had also been made to get into an inner office, a knife which had been lying on the counter being used in an endeavour to up. I sow the look as'thetprk on both show. Tho polioa have the matter in I hand, The Treasurer of the Masterton Hospital acknowledges, with thanks, receipt of the following subscriptions; Messrs \V. and H. Beetliam (Brancepath, supplementary list), £4 10s, Messrs Perry Bros 30s, Kow See 10s, Yee Toy ss, AH those interested in athletics should attend the ; Whakataki Sports on Monday next (Boxing Day), when the very creditable sum of forty-five pounds will be distributed in prizes over nineteen events, one of which, the mile race, carries five pounds, while to the others are allotted proportionate amounts. The Bports, which are to he held'in Mr Stewart's paddock, at the Marino Hotel, should draw a largo crowd. We need mention no further guarantee of this ejcept that Mr F, G.Mangnuson is the Honorary Sectary and Mr J. B . Qsborne the Treasurer, in whose efficient hands the arrangements Bhouid be in every way moet oo«. pIW,

The Wairabma Daily Times will not be'publisbed on Monday next— Boxing Day. ' ; : . Hew and log sawing contesls have been added to the programme of Sports at. the Wairnrapa Caledonian Society's Annual Gathering on Monday, 2nd January,

A quiet wedding took plaoe at the residence of Mr James Muir, Ohuroli i Street, Mastertoo, this afternoon, when Mr Herbert Henry.:Wimsett, son of Mr Henry Wimsett, a wellknown and muoh respited Nelson settler was united in matrimony to Miss Helen (Nellie) Hill second daughter of Mv T. ii. Hill, late of Maaterton. Mr/ and.. Mrs Wimsett leave for. Wellington this afternoon The following team will represent the Phoenix 0.0, against Grey town on Monday (Boxing Day) and Toesday at Greytown:—Harris, Woodhead (2), Ogier, Morice, Wiren, Montgomery, Fawcett, Stevens , and two othors. The team lerres Wellington by the 7.15 train on Monday morning, returning on Tuesday eveniug. The following tenders have been accepted for supplies to the Masterton Hospital for the year 1893;Groceries, B, F, Temple and Co.; meat, 0. Hughes; bread,J.Wiokensj drugs H. E. Eton; milk, Henry Jones. ' ,

It.is almost unnecessary to further remind-the pleasure-loving publio.of the Masterton-Opaki Races on Monday,but we heartily wish everyone n good (loy'o-njjoi.t; : r ihio - popular j meeting. Members of tho Club are particularly requested to call at Mr E. H. Waddington's office for their tjekets,

• Mr Tennyson Smith paid a visit to Maaterton yesterday to confer with the Temperance Party with regard to his mission in Mastevton. \Ve are informed that definite arrangements have been made for a ten days 'mission. The Theatre Koyal has i been taken from the Bth January onI wards, A meeting of representatives of all the Teraperanco Societies in Maaterton will he held next week to make complete arrangements. Due notice of Mr Tennyson Smith's recitals and lecturOß will be advertised. j JTendois are Invited by tho Wairarapa North Uounty Council fur 108 chains of road mottling, To those who, having enjoyed a holiday on Monday, wish to indulge in festivity on Tuesday the Sports at Mauriceville, with the dance in tho evening, should prove a powerful attraction for the 27 th instant, and we have no doubt the attendance at both' will quite come up to the expectations of the Maurioe'ydle Athletic Olub's onergetio Secretary, Mr G. Franklin. There is a good programme of ovente, aud. m addition the Greytown Brass Band will charm the ear with choice musical soleotions during tho day,

Nominations for tho Wairarapa Caledonian Sucioty's Sports havo been received as follows:—100 Yards Handicap,—D. Aimatt, J.B. Eminott, J, Kollaway, R, Langion, J. Logan, D. J. Mackay, F.R I'urry, K, D. Thompson, R. "Waite. 220 Yards Handicap.—D. Aimstt, J, Bain, 11, Carroll, J. B. Emmett, J. Kellaway, R. Lane ton, J. Logan,D, J. Kaokay,F E. Perry, R. D; Thompson, T H Thompson, R Waite. 440 yds Handicap D Aimatt, W Aimatt, J 13am, R Carroll, R Langton, J Lopau, D Louis, D J Mackay, F E Porry, R D Thompson, T H Thompson. 880 yds Handioap—D Aimatt, W- Aimatt, J Bambry, R Carroll, D Louis, D J Mackay, RI) Thompson, T tl Thomp. Bon, T E Wyeth. Mile Handicap—D Aimatt, W Aimstt, J ifatnbry, R Carrol, VY Seatrie, T H Thompson, H Wintor, T E Wyeth, 220 yds Hurdles, D Aimatt, J Bain, J Kellaway, J Logan. MKaraitiana, R D Thompson, T E Thompson, Mile Walk-J Bambry, R Carrol, W Seatrioi .

A Christmas, exhibition of meat was made last evening at the Bhop of Mr 0. Hughes, oorner of Queen and Ohuroh-Btreets, Masterton. The various outs wliioh were tastofully displayed, looked very tempting, and will no doubt furnish the Christmas dinner of a largo nnmber of the community, who availed themselves of the ohanoe of providing for this time to* morrow's meal, last evening.

A good story is going the round of tho town just now concerning a hat of a particular description, whioh was wanted by one of our local magnates, He tried everywhere in search of it, and tound it at most places; there was no difficulty about that. But tho prices, Oh Fie 1 nino shillings at one shop, eight at an* other, seven and six at a third, and a crown somewhere else. Thon Hooper and Company's was reached, and soon tho seeker went home delighted, singing ' That Hat, That Hat, that wonderful Hat j I got it at Hooper'a for two and sprat."—Adtt