TE AROHA.

Waikato Times, Volume XXXI, Issue 2513, 18 August 1888, Page 2

TE AROHA.

4 Band Bali..—The Te Aroha brass band ball came off on Wednesday evening, and was patronised by 40 couples, the full band supplying the music, which gave every satisfaction. The hall was tastefully decurated with evergreens and Chinese lanterns, and over the stage was inscribed the following lines of welcome "Ladies, tread the guileless measure, Gallants clasp your partner's hand, Hear each sj'tnphony re-echo Earnest welcomes from our band." Mr Dibsell's catering was thoroughly appreciated. We are glad to learn that financially, the affair was a success. Mining.—J. Clarkin, of Hamilton, was the successful tenderer for carting 200 tons of machinery for the Aroha Grold ! and Silver Mining Company, and for Sections 2 and 3 of the water race, the tenders of B. Montague and S. Wiseman were ace&pted. New Explosive— A new explosive known as bellit, is being introduced,' and was satisfactorily tested last week by Mr H. H. Adams. It is claimed that no injurious fumes arise after the discharge. This will prove a great boon to the miners, and will be welcomed by them. Sudden Illness.—M* H. H. Adams was taken suddenly ill on Thursday with inflamation of the bowels. Dr. Cooper was sent for, and is still in attendance. Death of an old Native.—A chief named Tuika died at the pah on Sunday. He is said to have been oyer 120 years old, and claimed to have seen Capt. Cook. A large tangi is taking place.