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Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume XVI, Issue 4982, 22 March 1895, Page 2

" A Waii, from Cheviot," by " One of Them," is published in the Christchurcli Press and requires nota single word of comment, The writer says -, - " As far as small holdings are concerned it is an utter failure ; the Government lias stopped the work, Not that the work is finished, but for the want of money to carry 011 with, thereby throwing the small settlers out of work just when they most need it, having spent all they could make in building, fencing, &c. As there are several that have not paid this present half-year's rent in advance they have received notice that if they have not paid up by the 13th March steps will be taken to recover the same and their interest in the land forfeited. 1 believe it will be a blessing for many of them if their land is forfeited at once, as many of the holdings are too small and too heavily rented ever to pay in such an ont-of-tlie-way place, There are now over oOsmall settlers here requiring work at the present time, and a circular has been issued by the local storekeepers to stop all credit and only sell for cash so what the poor families will do without money, work,or credit Idon't know,"

Mr J, B. Keith publishes a new lis of desirable propetiies for sale.

There are thirteen churches and meeting houses in Nelson and all doing well! The liev J. Dukes thinks that witlri 20 years the Wcsleyan aud Presbyterian bodies will unite. We remind members of the Masterton A. and P. Association of the meeting at the Club Hotel to-morrow afternoon. A good deal of welcome rain fell in Masterton duriug yesterday afternoon and evening, Mr 0, Pragnell, draper aud clothier of Queen-street, notifies the arrival of new goods ex s.s. Tainui. Mr J. E. Bla'V, of the Wellington Education Board, has been spending a fortnight on his property at Tutaekara.

The liev. John Dukes on Nelson:— "It possesses an aspect of retired respectability." Did lie really mean it ? As only about 30 have promised to be present at the Eketahuna Exhibition from Masterton, it is unlikely that a special train will run. If it should be decided upon notice will be given.

At the recent fire at Paliiatua, the ladies arc repoi ied to have rendered very valuable assistance, paiiicularly in the work of removing Mr Johnli. Graham's furniture to a place of safety.

The liev John Dukes says this will be his hardest year in Masterton as l'.e | stalls without a single sermon prepared. His day's work consists of C hours study, preparation etc., aud three hours visiting his people. In addition meetings engage Ins attention from three to four nights per week.

AMasteitonparsonrecentlyjourneyed 20miles to call on one of his ilock, When lie got there the sheep had gone out. Another day he called at eight houses, where other sheep resided. Six of them were not at home. He now thinks of introducing the method -of an old Scotch divine, who used toaunouuee from the pulpit somewhat as follows : " On Monday I shall visit Smith Street, See that ye all stayathamo!"

A Paliiatua Chinaman was sued the other day for evading the dog tax. His English was particularly broken, but his knowledge of swear words most extensive, and the way he innocently jerked them out in Court, was most amusing to everybody.

Elsewhere in this issue Mr C, F. Vallance notifies that he has assumed possession of tho Princeof Wales stables Masterton, and solicits a continuance of the support which has in the past been bestowed on this popular livery stable. Mr James loader is in chargo of the stables, aud settlers and the public may rely on every attention being paid to their requirements. A peculiar occurrence took place at Hawera on Monday. Miss Crosbie, of Pahiatua, had ridden down as tar as tho township, when her horse began to scream and thrust its head on to the ground. M iss Crosbio .dismouuted, and immediately afterwards the horse aftera wild plunge or two, dropped down dead. It is believed that bot flies wero the cause of death, Tho animal will be cut open so that the causemayboasceitained. Pahiatua Em Id.

"I never saw a'drunk during the, fortnight I spent in Nelson. Would I could say the same of Masterton!"— Kev, John Dukes,

The liov Mr Dukes Lad a good many kind tilings to say about Nelson, in Ins address last night. Ho thinks there are very few non-church-goers thore; ho was" charmed with tlio reb'jrious toleration shown evorywhore"; ana lio says "we were all most hospitably entertained." If cvenvo do take a holiday, Mson i will'be the spot to make for I

A horse named Home Bulo won the St, Patrick's Handicap at Greymouth last Saturday, The warship Eeinaßogente, suak at tlio entrance to the Strait of Gibralta, contained 140 watertight bulkheads. _ Macintoshes and umbrellas, the use of which had almost been forgotten in Mastcrton, are largely in request again. At tlio Christchurch Magistrate's Court yesterday, Hugh Sutherland, tobacconist, was fined £1 and costs for keeping his shop open on the half-holi-day.

A five-year-old daughter of James Burns, bushman, Coromandel, has died of injuries caused through her nightdress catching fire.

Mrß. Y. Shearer is about to workup selections from Judas Maucabams for the anniversary services of the Greytown Wesleyan Church. The Dev. L. M, Isitt will return to Wellington, from Christchurch, towards the end of next month, and leave for London early in May,

The Opunake Post says oats in that district are being retailed at 2s 6d per bushel, and reported to be scarce. _ Turkish soldiers patrol the roads leading to Mousli, a town in Armenia, and murder Armenian witnesses to prevent them giving evidence before the Commission of Jimjuiry. The Dominion Government has decided to restore the privileges possessed by the lioman Catholic Schools in Manitoba, prior to 1890. The Shanghai Mercury states that China has secretly treated to secure tlio help of Russia.

The Timaru Herald condemns the proposal !o withdraw Government assistance from the Mew Zealand Me Association.

Arundel Cleave Hugo died suddenly at Gisborne on Wednesday night. Strvohuine crystals were fouud at his bedside

A Melbourne man claims to have invented mi attachment tor the usual] sheep-shearing macliines, whereby 4001 sheep can lie shorn daily by one man, In connection with the l'ahiatua Presbyterian Church, services will be held by the liev. W. H. Phillip 011 Sunday, 2ithinst., as underPahiatna at 11, Makakahi at 2.10, l'aliialun at 7. A cable message states that the Mikado of Japan has conferred upon tho Emperor William tho Order of the Chrysanthemum, in recognition of tho services rendered by German oiliei .'s in instructing the Japanese in military science.

Justice Denniston advises publicans not to give liquor away after hours, as they will then avoid even the appearance of evil, this being the only way in his opinion of avoiding thcrisk of having his explanations disbelieved a by magistrate. An amusing incident came out in a divorce case in Melbourne recently, whon the wife deposed that on one occasion her husband (who, seeks a divorce), followed her, whistling and coughing after her. She did not know it was her husband, as he wore an old straw lint and was otherwise disguised. Thinking it was a strange man she turned round and gave Mm in charge to a constable.

Mr T. W. Kirk, Biologist to tho Agricultural Department, informs the Woodvillc Examiner, that if he is told in plenty of time next season, about what date a potato plot of say } to i acre will be six inches above the ground, lie will visit the district, bringing spray pumps with him, and demonstrate to the settlers, the treatment of (ho potato disease.

The liev, A. C. Yorkc informs us that he has received llic following contributions to the Benjamin Morgan Fund : Mr Doughty, '2s (id; Mr Syvcrstou, ss; Mrs Maunsell, 10s; Mr Singleton £1; the Amateur Doxers, £slos. This with the sum recently voted by the Benevolent Society brings the total up to £2B 7s Gd. Of this sum twenty pounds eleven and sixpence will be remitted to New York for one of Marks' artificial legs with rubber foot, and the balance will be held for a time to assist the keep of Morgan as may be necessary. There is some possibility of a daily mail service between Southampton and New York. A leading American shipowner says the vessels of the future will bo a thousand feet in length, and will cross the Atlantic in three aud a-half days.

Says the Kumava T,mes, describing Colonel l'ox's inspection of the local de-fenders:-The lynx cyo of the Commandant noticed the least defect. Not a soul in the corps had observed that one man was minus the stripes on his trousers, and tliat another wore his belt upside down. The Tablet states that duriug the visit of Archbishop liedwood and Bishop Grimes to Dunedin a Conference was held at which the action of those Education Boards which have refused to examine .Roman Catholic Schools was considered.

Plucky Miss ji'icc Mitchell, who liai made a namo for herself in tlio cycling community of this Colony, is now on her return journey—Masterton to Gore,says the Southland Times. A telegram was received by her father yesterday, announcing that she reached Christchurch on Saturday, and expected to arrive at Goro Wednesday next week. The local cyclists might do worse that fittingly tcstimonialise the little lady, on her return ; and knowing the chivalrous nature ot the club's executive, we feel sure that this suggestion will be acted upon.

Messrs Homblow and Co, annouueo a big sale at the Peoplo's Auction Mart, Masterton, tomorrow. The list is an extonsive one, and as tlic auctioneers arc anxious to get through early, the sale will commence punctually at 2 o'clock. The horse sale list is an exceptionally good one, there being a number of wellbred horses entered. For the convenience of those desirous of making further entries, the list will remain open until 1.30 o'clock. We advise our readers to peruse the list appearing in another column.

"The Greta Green" raco included in the Hunt Club Sports, which take place at Masterton on May ICth, should produce some fun, The competitors have to start with two horses, riding one and leading the other with side saddle on, Gallop oyer hurdle to a tent about 150 yards distant, where members dressed as ladies arc assembled Each competitor to assist his lady to mount, then mount his horse, tlio pair to gallop back over tlio hurdle to the starting post, dismount, and sign their names legibly. Eomount, and gallop over hurdle, and rcund post, and back again over hurdle to the winning post. In order to keep pace with the demands of his large and increasing commercial connection, Mr J, Mandel, of the Club Hotel, Masterton, lias fitted up a new and very commodious commercial room for travellers which we find is much appreciated by them, When the fjrmer enlargements were made, commercial men were proyided with a room on the ground floor, but the growth of the family and settlers' trado required that this room should be set apart for them and new quarters found for commerI cial men. To this end an upstairs room, foimerlv used as a bedroom facing on Queen Street balcony, has been utilised with the result that travellers visiting Masterton have now one of the best ap. pointed rooms in any'hotel in the colony. The room is well lighted and splendidly furnished with easy chairs and lounges. There aro three writing tables, each with absolute privacy and well appointed with all necessary materials. A bay window with casement opens on the balcony. This is an excellent arrangement as are alio the electric bells which communicate with the bar and servant! 1 rooms on the lower floor, The furniture was manufactured by Mr W. Whitt of Masterton, and is a credit to his establishment. Mr Mandel is to be congratulated on the enterprise ho has shown since taking over the Club Hotel, and the,latest improvement will doubtless be fully appreciated by the host of travellers who make the Club their home, on their periodical' visits to [Masterton.' ■' ; ; '

j Mr 0. Pragaell will commencs a sale of new winter goods to-morrow.

A teaclior aslcccl a pupil what is the future of "He drinks ?" The boy replied " He is drunk." A four-roomed cottage close to llie Island Bay racecourse was burnt down last night.

_ The Wnirarapa Racing Club's nominations for the Autumn fiaces appear in another column.

The Privy Council has rescived ji'dgmeut intlio New Zealand case Johnstone v. Oldham.

Two men named Thomas Donovan and Thomas Quinlivin were seriously hurt while blasting at Huntervillo yesterday. •» Further additions aro made to the entries for Mr F. H, Wood's next Tauherenikau stock sale. It has been decided that New Zealand shall he represented at the proposed monetary conference. A young woman named Janet Hill, aged 22 years, died yesterday while undor chloroform at a Wanganui dentist's

Mr J, W. Beaufort lias been appointed Town Clerk of Pahiatua, and Mr W. Yilo to the joiut inspectorship of buildings and of nuisances. The following is the result of the Pomaliaka angling competition,for winch seven members of the Otago Anglers' Aisociation enteredP. Aitkcn, 13 fish weighing 361b 4oz; James Nelson, 11 fish weighing 23 lb; J. Telfold, 1 fish weighing -lib 4oz. The waterwas very 1 low and clear, and in consequence tho fish were very hard to catch,—Otago Daily Times.

Messrs Simms and llowlem add to flic list of entries for their next stock sale in their yards Queen street, on Wednesday 26th inst., 100 2-tooth ewes, 100 3-tooth wethers, and 100 woolly lambs. Mr J. L. Murray announces the arrival of a large stock of macintoshes, made especially to his own order, by the " Pear Tree" Brand Company. At the Manse of the Presbyterian Church, Mastcrton, oil Wednesday afternoon,Mr A. C. Wilton was mariied to Miss Louisa Dalgity. The marriage was solemnized by the Rev. Robert Wood.

Mr ,1. R, Harper of Paimerston North agent for the Singer Company, was run over and killed by a train at Johnsonyille last night, Tho Postal Department lias accepted the tender Mr S. Harding for the conveyance of mails between .Eketahuna and Pahiatua via Mangaonc Valley and Kailawa. The service will he a triweekly one, and Mr Harding will drive a four-horse coach,

The Wairarapa North County Council notify that a poll of the ratepayers interested in the proposal to raise n loan, for the purpose of erecting a bridge over the Tiraumealtiver at Napier's crossing, will he held at the residence of Mr John Smith, on Saturday, 30th instant. We regret to hear of the death of a'i old acquautancc—well-known to many Wairarapa settlers in old days—Mr William Jones of Woodville. For some thirteen years, the late Mr Jones was in the employ of Mr J as. Maeara as a driver on his former coach line between I'almerston and Takapau, and was hold in the highest esteem both by his employer and by all who travelled under his carc.

It may be remembered that a vote of jEUCOOwas taken last session in order to defray part of tho expense incurred by local bodies in carrying through the last licensing election. The matter has recently been considered in Cabinet and the Government have decided, says the N.Z. Times, to pay half the difference between the cost of the elections of 1891 and 1894. This will just about absorb the vote of last session.

The Postal Department invite designs from persons resident in the Colony for a new issue of postage and revenue stamps. The designs, which must be scenic and representative of New Zealand, may be of any pattern. Tho values of stamps to be pointed anew are: Id, 2d, 2jd, 3d, 4d, od, (id, Bd, Is,2s, and ss. For the best and secoud-bost designs there will be prizes of £l5O and £IOO. The designs are to be scut in by the 31st July next. An analysis of eight tempcranco beverages was recently made in Bethnal Green, including hop ale, non-alcohol'c stout, lemonade, ginger beer, ginger stout and ginger wine. Except the last all were genuine, containing mere traces of alcohol, ranging from two-tenths to nine-tatlis jier cent, of proof spirits, The ginger wiuo had ten per cent of proof spirits, and was twice the alcoholic strcjgth of beer in public houses,

Sir Clms. Lillcy, ex-Chief Justice of Queensland, having been asked by the New Zealand Government to act as their arbitrator in respect to the claim mado by the Midland Railway Company, has signified his willingness to act, and lias been duly appointed by the Government. The arbitrator for the Company is exChief Justice Burnside, of Ceylon. He is at present in the Colony along with Mr Tlios. Salt (Chairman of the Company). It is anticipated, says the N. Z. Times, that the arbitrators will entor upon their duties early in April, i

_L. J. Hooper and Co. notify tho arrival of their first shipments of autumn and winter drapery, millinery dress goods, jackets, mantles, macintoshes, etc,—Advt.

The announcement is made in another pait of this paper that a sale of greater magnitude than eycr yet attempted by Te Aro House is now-being held, and should arrest the at tention, of overyonc in this part of tho Colony, To Aro House has Ion? held the premier position as the leading Family Drapery Warehouse in tho city, and further developments are now taking place to inaugurate tho new year of 1895, Early in the yoar Mr Smith admits to a partnership in his business, a commercial gentleman who has long been associated with tho London buying for Te Aro House. To thoroughly reduce and prepare tho stock previous to the partnership stocktaking, sweeping reductions will be mado in all departments. Tho slock must be reduced by £15,000, and will be offered to the purchasing publio at most tempting prices, Heads of families, storekeepers, sutlers, careful housewives, young and old, rich and poor, alike will save heaps of money by reserving their purchases for this great partDerahip sa'e, wbieh commences on Friday, 4th January, 1895, at Te Aro Houbo.