KIHIKIHI.

Waikato Times, Volume XL, Issue 3207, 14 January 1893, Page 2

KIHIKIHI.

OuitHoun.Wis.-Our Christmas and New Year passed off cheerily, Boxing Day saw a good many of us meet at Mr Allen Henderson's farm, where quite a jovial picnic was held in and around a splendid grove of acacias which is a notable feature of the place, A couple of swings were 'erected for the juveniles, the elder peopln entering with heart and soul into round games, otc. The spread for d'nner was all that could be desired, all present doing justice to it; about half-past three p.m., those who had cows to milk for the creamery had, reluctantly, to leave. The remainder stayed on until evening keeping up a round of fun until time for departure. Mr Herds m who had his camera with him, took a group of those present but has not had time as yet to prepare the result for inspection, Many thanks are due to those ladies who were the promoters of the picnic, Dance,—A public dance was held in the hall on the night of the Polo sports, which was well patronised. It is most astonishing that on an occasion of this kind rowdyism should be allowed to have such sway, surely thero is one amongst us that could and should have sufficient command to check such a thing; in fact, the presence nf such an one should be sufficient to stay anything of the kind, but it certainly did not on this occasion,

The Weather,-The constant wet woathor has been a great source of annoyance and hindrance to tho farmer. Hay which was cut a few day» since has had not the chance of being properly dried, and in other cases it has stood too long to make good hay. A few crops of oats and wheat are now ready f:r catting but the same trouble arises as with the hay—uncertain weather. The moist weather has been very favourable for vegetable growing, vegetables being abundant. Shearing seems to be almost over. Tho natives of this part and King country have shorn a number of sheep this season, they are to be seen nearly every day passinc through with their waggons en route for the railway station with their wool, somepassingit through the hands of tho store keepers both here and at Te Awamutu, others preferring to send their bales of wool direct to the auction marts,

Butter. Factory—The ireamery keeps up to time. I fancy it is giving more satisfaction lately as there seems to be less grumbling. The quantity of milk has fallen oil considerably owing to the grass having seeded and leaving less green feod for the cows,

Oattlb Maiikbt.—From what I ha>'e heard it would require only a littlo inducement tn get us cattle sales hero once a month or so. If it were represented to the auctioneers in a proper light, they might be puisuaded to give it a trial, From conversing with tho natives I know that they would B'ioner cut their driving short than go on to other sales more distant, as tho greater part of their stock have to pass through Kihikihi from the King Country and surrounding district. I have no doubt Mr Hunter or Mr McNicol would soon have a Bite for yards offered if either would only say the word. • Tbnnis.--Our Tennis Club commenced the season three weeks ago. A meeting was held at Mr Chapman's, enlisting of new members, drawing up rules, and deciding upon making another court, so as to enable two sets to be played at the one time, was the principal business. It was resolved to have two seats made for the use of the ladies, which will be very acceptable. A scrim netting is to be obtained, to be fixed in such a manner at each end of the conies to prevent the balls travelling beyond bounds. It is to be wondered why more of the residents do nut take part in this excellent pastime. The club would bo glad of more members, especially ladies, who, by calling on Mr Ogle, at the Post-office, can become a member, subscriptions for the season being: For ladies, 2s (id; gentlemen, fw, It is to bo hoped that some of our residents will take notice of this intimation and strengthen our Tennis Club before the Benson gets too far advanced, Half-holiday Closing.-Oiu' half-holi-day closing has fallen through, One thorn has been continually in the sides of those that honestly stuck to their colours, until they could bear it no longer, Promises are more often made tn bo broken than otherwise, and so it is in this case, The thorn spoken of would continue to do business with the front door closed, especially with native customers, and thesame natives actually laughing in the ta of the staunch :to-their-purpnse ones;so a form to annul tho Saturday's closing hns been passed round and signed by all those ennccrnod, and until a day is set apart by law, and closing is made compulsory, it will be no use enacting another promise to follow in the wake of the former,