RAGLAN.

Waikato Times, Volume XXXVI, Issue 2927, 18 April 1891, Page 2

RAGLAN.

Visit m' the Hon. J. Unvci;.-—The lion. J. Brycc, accompanied by Mr K. Lake, arrived in Raglan oil Monday afternoon, April (jth, and stayed until I'Yiday April 10th inst., returning by Sutton's coach. Owing to the continued inclement weather Mr Bryce was unable to visit the various parts of the district and see the settlers iu their own homes as he would have liked to have done. Whilst here Mr Bryce was engaged in making himself acquainted with the various matters of public interest relating to the district, in which endeavour he has been ably assisted by Mr Lake. Sale of Property.—Along with other sales of property which have lately taken place here, Mr Suttcn has sold his Temperance Hotel to Mr Barlow. The property realised a good price. Land Court. —Preparations are being made for the Land Court which is expected to be held here at the end of the present month. New Buildings,—The building belonging to Latigley Bros, which is being erected in 'Mow street, is rapidly going up. A portion of it is said to be intended for a billiard room. The timber is also on the ground for the erection of a cottage on the allotment below the mission house.

Bcsu Calling.—Bush falling contracts are now commencing in the district. M t'ssrs Pretty and Co. were to begin their contract with Mr Secoombe of the Hot Springs, Waiugaro, this week, and their other contract, with Mr John Allen will soon follow. Mr Nutter, surveyor, is now measuring off the sections for bush falling contracts on the Te Akau station, where it is expected 5000 acres will be fallen this season. In many parts of the district the late bush fires have been most unsatisfactory, which could not be wondered at considering in many cases the late falling aud also the continued wet summer.

Raglan and Waitetona Schools.— Miss Tristram has been appointed to tho Raglan School and arrived a week ago. Miss Cranch is the new teacher appointed to the Waitctuna School and has commenced her duties there. Mr Crow, Inspector of Schools, is to be over in the district next week to examine the various schools here.

S. S. Glenklg.—This steamer will not arrive here at her usual time, having undergone an overhaul aud repairs in Wellington. She is expected to arrive here about the 23rd inst.

Grass Sowing.—Men arc busy now sowing grass in the bush cleariug in the Te Akau Station, the moist weather being very favourable for that purpose. Census Papers.—Mr Bulford, subenumerator for the Karioi and Te Akati ridings, has been on his round picking up the census papers. Mr Hargraves, sub enumeratir for the Whaingaroa road district, has also completed the collection of papers in that district.

Okkte Nkw House.—On approaoliiiig the Okete bridge just above the beautiful falls of that name can be seen a newlyerected residence, which has been built <13 the home of Mr Arthur Wallis, who was married a few weeks ago to Miss Burton, of Auckland. After crossing the Okete stream and passing the falls we approach the new house, and we cannot help being struck with its beautiful situation and surroundings. The house itself is a very substantial edifice, being 40ft. long by .'!oft. wide, containing eight good lofty rooms, with good broad verandah around tivo sides of the house. The house is being fitted up with every convenience for comfort. Outside .substantial buildings are to be erected, with tanks for the collection of water, etc,, and water, if required, can be obtained from an excellent spring below by means of a hydraulic ram. And no doubt as the years advance, and the grounds around the residence are laid out, trees planted, and orchards made, there will he very few more charming places than the residence of our young friends, whom we trust may have a long and happy life before them.