LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume XV, Issue 4855, 19 October 1894, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

A large number of friends of tlio late MrThoniasWeston.whoso sudden death worccorded on Wednesday, Mowed at his funeral which look place yesterday afternoon,

Wo direct attention to Mr 0. Pragnell's announcement appearing in another column, with rcfereuco to new goods of ovcry description.

Mr T.'Hutchison lectures this evening on " The lionaissancc," under the auspices of the Masterton Mutual Improve. incut Society.. Quite a largo number of Masterton residents have commenced eel fishing, and though it is yet rather early some good catches have been made, especially in the Waingawa river, Messrs Pinhey Bros, new stables have been considerably enlarged at the rear of the old premises.

The Hcv. Father John McEcuua gives notice of intention to apply for a relaxation of full compliance with the Borough' building regulations. The following announcement, taken from the .Now Zealand Graphic under the heading'" Engagements," may be interesting to'Wairarapa readers:— Mr Henry Hndficld, son o the recent Primate of New Zealand, to Miss Bessie Tuekey, youngest daughter of the liev E. H. Tuekey. Mr Hadflcld acts as interpreter in the Legislative Council.

■ In connection with the Presbyterian Church, Pahiatua, services will be held by licv. W. H, Philip on Sunday next, 21st October, as under: Pahiatua at 11, communion (subject, "The Jewish Temple"); Kaitaivn Schoolroom at 3; Pahiatua at seven (subject, Martin Luther. "J

Messrs (r. aud T. Young, of Wellington, have decided lo continue their great sale of watches, clocks, jewellery and electro-plated goods for three weeks longer. As every article is subject to a discount of 15 per cent a belter opportunity for obtaining the newest and best goods at the lowest prices has seldom been offered before. Messrs G. and T. Young's is one of the most "up to date" establishments in town, and we are reliably assured that almost half the wedding and birthday presents in Wellington arc procured from this linn. The reason for this is that the goods arc always so new andsotaslefullyselectod. A child, four years old, daughter of Mr J. Johnston, Wailuna, Marlon, was badly burned on Tuesday through her clothing catching lire- in some unknown manner, and died last night. At the end of tho last quarter the Wellington Education Board had under its jurisdiction flu' schools aud a staff of 347 teachers, of whom 10 .arc teachers of sowing. Messrs Levin and Co will hold their wool sales at their stores in Panama St.' Wellington, on the 7th December, the 18th January, and loth Fcbrtiary.of next year. This old and highly esteemed firm make liberal advances on all wool aud skins consigned to them for sale orship. incut, aud those dealing in such commodities in this district would do well io place their interests in Messrs Levin and Co's hands.

A rumour has been set alloat that an Anarchist is amongst us. Some people say it is a certain shearers'delegatchailing from Australia, others that it is a smart pressman after ho has iakeu three whiskies. ■ Again it is contended that the dangerous person is merely a washerwoman who has been defrauded of her just dues'on cull's and collars, wliilo the anglers of the community swear it is a fellow that pouches trout. Can any of our readers tell us who thcAuarcliist is, or arc we to conclude that he is only an imaginary being, invented for the amusement of idle and credulous people. A special general meeting of shareholders of the liauk of JS'cw Zealand was held at Wellington on "Wednesday, Mr AV. Watson (president) in the chair. There were 22 shareholders present, representing 2-103 shares, and 425 shareholders, holding 30,445 shares, were represented by proxies. The Chairman stated Hint tho meeting had been called for the purpose of bringing the Hank's Deed of Settlement into conformity with the recently passed Bank Share Guarantee Act. The principal alteration proposed was the bringing of tho head ollice from London to Wellington. The alterations required had been drawn up by the Hank's solicitor, and circulated among the shareholders, lie would move that they be adopted, The motion was carried. Mr James Butt, Inspector, slated thai a meeting to confirm the resolution just passed would be held on .November 2nd next. j The following is from the Woodvillc \ Emmiuen-A case of sticking-up is reported from Mangatainoka. On Saturday night last a Pnliiatua gentleman was returning home, when somewhere between the bridge and Carisbrooldioad a man stopped him with the remark: "Have you a shilling about your"' Becemng a reply m the negative, he immediately said: " I 'll d—n soon sec whether you have or not," and was preparing to carry his threat into execution. The gentleman had a stick in his hand, mid he gave the man a smart tap on the head ami left him. So far as we know the patter has not been reported to the poiicc; but we can vouch for the occurrence having taken place. Tho half-yearly church parade of the Carterton ' Friendly Societies will be held on Siiuday next, at the Wcsleyan Church, The AV.F.GA. have arranged with the Wairarapa, Pastoral Society for the erection of it permanent building for the display of their machinery, etc,, on the show grounds, Carterton, says the Ohemr. Several private individuals have also arranged for the erection of horse boxes, The additional sheep pens arc now complete, and the grounds • are being put into splendid order for the forthcoming show. Exhibitors arc reminded that entries close on Saturday next.

The ''Star" Cycles have achieved a reputation in this Colony excelled by few other makes, and intending purchasers would do well to communicate with tho Wellington agent-Mr S. E. Wright, of Lambtoh Quay—before enmuring elsewhere. The great advantage Which these machines have over imported articles, is that all the lillings can be immediately supplied in the case of a break down, with imported articles this is not always the case.

The number of children on the books

of the Schools in the Wellington Education Board's District is 127-13, the working average attendance 10,081), strict average !)88<1, aud weekly average 12,7 W. The Newtown School shows the best attondancc of any school iu the district, showing 100 C scholars on the books, with an average altendauec of 820.

The Auckland Gas Company have redutcd tlio price of gas (id per 1000 cubic feet, the pneo now lo 1)0 5s (id per 1000. Gas was first supplied in Auckland on April loth, 18C5, at ut price of 25s per 1000 cubic feet. At the Chriskhurcli Police Court, recently, a boy, aged 'fifteen years, was sentenced to seven days' imprisonment for using iudeccut language in a public place. The Bench stated Ihntitwas their intention to put down this disgusting nuisaucewith a strong hand. It would be well if tlio police would follow it up. Masterton. Horticultural Society's Spring Show, will be hold at the Drill Hall on Thursday next October-2o(h, A journal devoted to matters relating to poultry, pigeons, canaries and dogs, called the "New Zealand Fancier" is now beins; published at Nelson. _ The Wairarapa Farmers' Co-opera-tive Association arc the successful tendcrcrsfor the North Wairarapa Biflo Cltib's new uniforms. Entries for the best kept cottage garden competition in connection with the ilastcrtou Horitcultural Society may bo put into the Secretary's letter box in Perry Street, up till 10 p.m., on Monday, October 22m1. Messrs Lowes and lorns make several additions to their Masterton Horso Fair for Friday Oct. 26th, .

r: Numerous buildings areiii courso of erection, at Parkyillo and ; Eketalnma. > Tho magk lantern' entertainment at Upper Plain; in' aid: of tho; Sunday School, takes place on Friday next, Oct. 20tu. ' ; r ..-■"■

Mr Geo.-K.Bond lias presented a' plan of the interior of St. Matthew's Church, to be placed in tho porch for the convenience of seathplders. At tho aunual dinner of the Oriental Football Club, a communication was read from tho Club's Patron, Mr G, S. W. Dalrymple, regretting his inability to attend, and enclosing a cheque for £1 Is towards the funds of the Club. Mr T. Shaw, Vicc-Prcsidout, also donated a cheque for £1 Is, The Club's President, Mr Whatman, was unable to bo present,

Through the upsetting of a spirit-lamp Mr A. Henderson's shop in Queen Street narrowly escaped being burnt this afternoon, Mr H. Marsh and others saved tho building. The damage done is sb'ght.

Wc henr that about thirty idle men are in tho Masterton boarding-houses, and about forty in private residences. On each of the stations tho unemployed arc said to be increasing, and numbering from twenty to thirty to each run, At somo of them, such as Messrs Beetham's and at Mr Buchanan's the numbers are reported to be still larger.

Messrs Lowes and lorus add 50 ewes with lambs at foot to their Masterton stock sale for Wednesday, October 31st.

Mr Georgo Johnston aud Mrs Johnston leave by train this afternoon for Australia. Mr Johnston will make an extended tour for the benefit-of bis health.

Mr 1). J. Baker, of the Makora wool works, wishes the public to know that he still conducts this old established fellmongery. His advertisement will appear in to-morrow's issue.

Messrs Hornblow & Co notify an extensive sale for to-morrow at the People's Auction Mart. In addition tofurnituro tlicy. hold an unreserved salo of soap, clothing, potatoes, boots, crockery, wire mutlrasscs, one spring trap, one tip dray, also one horse, saddle, and bridle.

In the action J. McKeo v. J. Mowbray, a caso of malicious injury to properly lutjounicd from last Court sitting, the S.M. (Mr T. Hulcliison) in giving his reserved decision said that according totho various statutes ho could not adjudicate, as tho defendant had done.tlic damage in an open manner under tho belief that he had a right to do so as owner of the property.

In another column Messrs Simms and Modem invito tenders for the erection | of commodious saleyards. The new yards will be centrally situated adjoining the grain store of tho W. F, 0. As-, sociatioi', near the Waipoua Bridge. There will he a frontage to tho mainap proachto tothctown, andfroni the back tholiailway station will bo accessible, via Hope Street, within the compass of a few minutes walk. The AVnipoua near the new yards is shallow and stock will be easily taken across the stream to tbc station. Messrs Simms and Modem are infusing capital and enterprise into (heir new business and they will no doubt be rewarded by a fair share of tho local stock trade; Plans for a very neat and well-de-signed Grand Stand for the Mastcrton Park have been prepared by Mr L. J. Fordc.

The Deputy OHicial Assignee, Mr W. B. Chennells, yesterday examined Mrs D. McGill, withrogardto her husband's whereabouts. She states that she has not seen him since six weeks ago, when he was at jS'apiciyand she docs not know where ho is, or anything about his alliairs, We understand that Mrs McGill claims tho sum of £1(1 seized by the Assigneo for the salo of cattle supposed to belong to McGill and that, she intends to force her claim to the amount.

This evening musical selections will be given on the balcony of tho Prince ol Wales Hotel, Mastcrton. The extensive alterations to this old established hostelry have how been completed.

Messrs Simms and Mowlcmwill oll'ci for sale by public auction in the yard adjoining their Bazaar to-morrow, Saturday, commencing at 2 o'clock, 6 good useful hacks and harness horses; 1 thoroughbred mare in foal; audi good dogcart; after which they will sell in tho Bazaar, absolutely without reserve, new and second-hand fnrniturc,crockcry, jewellery, lamps, knives ami forks, bird cages, scales, looking glasses and suu. dries.

Tho following is tho prograinmo for tliis evening's concert at the Mastorton Presbyterian Church: Sclectiou—Mastertou Orchestra j Song—" Come back to Erin," Mr W. Simms ; Song—"Jessie's Dream," Miss Broadbeut; Violin solo, selected, Mr B. Giuders; Song, " Ever of Thee," Mr It. Langlou; Song," Call me Back," Miss North, with violin obligato, Mr Mowlcm; Duct, "The Moon has raised her Lamp," W. aud J. Simms; Selection, Mustertoit Orchestra ; Song, "Friendof the Brave" Mr F. Cr. Moore; Song, Miss North; Duel, " Sainted Mather," Miss Johnston and Mr W. Simms; Song," Win'sper and I shall Hear," Miss Foss; Song, selected, Dr Douglas; Song, " Wil Better Biilo a Wee," Miss Broadbcnt,

The Maniiwntu and West Coast Agricultural and Pastoral Association has received 1093 entries, or an increase of •11 on last year, for the annual show to be held at Palmcrston North on Wednesday and Thursday of next week. The following are the entries iu the various classes ;—Horses, 210; caltle,Bs; sheep 238; nigs, 31; poultry, 17; dogs, 70; vehicles, 68; implements, 258; produce, 120,

Hooper and Co are now opening at the Bon Marcho their first arrival of new Spring nnd Summer goods, The latest novelties in millinery, the latest novelties dress goods, nuuule3, prints, etc Evoiythiog now! Everything nice I Particulars in a future issue,—Advi.

" It's an ill wind that blows nobody good,' is an old saying but none tho less true Whilst tho great depression existing in Sydney at tho present time has caused a deplorable amount of misery yet tho people ot Wellington and tho surrounding districts will reap a gigantic benefit, During his visit to Sydnoy recently, Mr James Smith purchased at absurdly low prices a largo stock whioh is now being sold at the Wholesale Family Warehouse. Te Aro Houso, Wellington, With a view to making this salo tho ovent of tho year, two special buyers wore despatched from To Aro Houso to Christchurch ono to attend tho great salo ot Edwards, Bennett and Co'a wholosalo stock, and the other to pick out bargains from tho manufacturers of the well-known Kaiapoi Woollen Co. Both these gentlemen have returned after a most successful trip, and tho total results o! their efforts is to bo seen in theastonißhiug bargains now being sold at tho iVholcsale Family Warehouse, Te Aro Houso, Wellington. —Advt

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