DISTRICT & GENERAL.

Bush Advocate, Volume XII, Issue 2032, 18 July 1901, Page 2

DISTRICT & GENERAL.

War news, Education Board report, and other reading matter will be found on page four.

The social tendered to the returned troopeisis to take place at the Oddfellows' Hall to-morrow evening.

The committee of the Woodlands Hunt Club meets at the Club Hotel at 8 this evening.

A prolonged earthquake was felt at 8.30 laßt uight. It was unusually heavy, and a distinct roar announced its approaoh.

The Eev Father Cahillwill conduct the 8«-rvices next Sunday at the Ormondville Catholio Church at 11 a.m., and at Dana»virke at 7 p.m,

Tbe Fire Brigade has decided to hold a concert and danoe a' an early date in aid of the fund for procuring uodrosi uni-

The management of the Town Hall haa been placed in the hands of Mr Thomas Bain. There was an attendance of about 25 couples at the Athletic and Cycling Club's danoe at the Oddfellows' Hall last evening, and all present enjoyed themselves thoroughly. Mrs Burmester supplied the music, and refreshments were provided by the ladies. In the list of the jury at the inquest touohing the death of the late B. H. Salomon tha name of W. Irvine appeared in-, stead of W. Turner. The funeral of thu late Mr B. H. Solomon took place at the Dannevi.ike cemetery yesterday afternoon, whan there was a large attendance of mourning friends. The Jewish burial service was read by Mr I. Salek, of Wajiganui. A number of beautiful wreaths ware placed on the coffin. The funeral was conducted by Messrs Anderson and Son. The Woodlands Hun • Club's meet at Woodville yesterday was very successful. Over 20 followed the pack, and the hounds were very fast and keen, while the jumps were a good deal above the average in height and strength. There were one or two oroppers but no serious casualties

The stationary and traction engine [ drivers' examination. takes place at the . Masonic Hotel at 10 a.m. tomorrow. / Mr A' S. Lovejoy, of Wimbledon, has ' purchased the trotting stallion Young Boston, the price paid being 75 gns. The horse will travel between Weber and Porangahau during the coming season. The returned troopers have been invited to attend the concert to be given at the Town Hall this evening by Miss Kate Nicholls arjd Miss H. L. Tansley, Miss Nicholls will sing the Italian patriotic song, 'Adieu to my country ' ('Convien patir ') from • The daughter of the regiment.' Messra Solomon and Son's stock is to be offered for sale by tender. Mr B. Larsen is now comfortably installed in his now premises, tbe Dannevirke music warehouse, High street. New stock opened up includes pianos, violins, and other musical instruments, and a large assortments sheet music 13 also being shown. A telegram received this morning stated that Sergt.. Baker and Troopers Schiel and Gemmell, of the fifth contingent, had left Wellington for Daune virke by the express. Mr J. L. Scott hut commenced the erection of Mr E. F. Eagar's new store and residence at Mangatera, and the telephone will be removed to the uew building within a fortnight's time. The building has a total measurement of 51ft x 39ft, and includes a roomy, well-lighted shop fronting tho road, and five large dwelling rooms. The plana were prepared by Mr Bagnar Jenssen, architect, and show a very attractive structure. It ia being erected on the site of the old store, a drive being left between the building and the railway line. Tho annual meeting of parishionera of St John's Church will be held at the Parish Hall at 7.30 to-morrow evening. Mr A. Turnbull, S.M., presided at the Oimondville Magistrate's Court yesterday when the following cases were dealt with : —A. Sugden v. W. Dunn, claim £3 Bs, no appearance of defendant, judgment by default, costs 8s ; McLeod v. H. C. Woollen, claim £4 3s, no appearance of defendant, judgment by default, coats 13s; N. Dwyer (Mr Honking) v, J. D. Watson, claim £2 10s. Evidence was given by H. C. Nordbye for plaintiff and G. B, Bollands and M. Gundereon for defendant. Judgment for defendaut with coats. — An application to take evidence in the case W. Crawford v. W. Green, claim £7 for board and lodging was heard. Bemitted to Napier on 31st inst. — An old age pension Court was then held, when renewals were granted to Mrs Hutt and Halph Bennett of £18, and a new one of £6 to Ole Johannsen.

A meeting was to have been held in connection with the Makotuku Church building fund at Mrs Forward's on Saturday last, but the meeting lapaed. Those present decided to call a public meeting on Monday next, the 22nd, at 7.30 p.m. at the library, and it is particularly requested that all interested in the matter should be present as there is very important business to be transacted, wniuh has already been delayed too long. At a meeting of tbe Norsewood Library subscribers on Monday evening Mr Martin announced that Messrs Horton and Sons, of Pahiatua, offered to give 100 maorocarpa trees to plant in JLibrary seotion, an offer which waß accepted with thanks, and it was decided to employ P. Jensen to dig and plant them. A special .meeting of the Makotuku School Committee was held on Saturday evening, when it was resolved to support the candidature of Messrs Hall, M.H.8., and Patterson. The resignation of Mr A. Collinge, pupil teacher, was received, and the Sejretary was instructed to write to the Education Board, asking if it would be advisable to call appheatiopi to fill the vacancy.

A meeting of the Whetukura School Committee was hold on July Oth, present — Messrs Arthur (ohair) Luoaa, Neilsen and Hutt, (bon. sec.) Circular received from Educaticn Board ra election of 3 members to their Board. Besolved to vote for Messrs Hall and Patterson. The Master's report was read and adopted. It was decided to allow the master tha use of any part of the top paddock not required by the children.' The Secretary was instructed to write to the Education Board re porch to Master's residence, etating that the Committee thought that) some mistake had been made, as they had received no reply to a fo.mer letter re same, also to ask if they had received further notice of uniform sots of books for school -user Poisoned Wheat for sale at E. E Prior's.*

Girls' White Canvas Shois, 7 to 10 3.4 3d, 11 to 1 3s 6d, .v.>.ue j's 3a lid it F. J. Farrow's. At Pahiatua next Wednesday Messrs Abraham and Williams will hold an unreserved oleearing sale of Mr F. \V. Knight's dairy herd, including 80 young cows in calf, also horses, harness, etc. A coach will meet the Dannevirke morning train at Woodville.

When it comes to shaping up 4 good figure, every lady should remember tho old adage ' as you incline the twig so it will grow,' and endeavour to profit by it as far as possible in inclining themselveß to grace, ease, and ..symmetry with the aid of a pair of Barsby's celebrated P.D. Corßets at 4s lid.*

At 1.30 p.m. to-morrow, on the pre mises, Tennyson street, Mr E. F. E:igai will hold a clearing sale of Mrs W. W, Scott's furniture and household effects.

Curtains, Curtains, Curtains 2Jydd 2b 6d, 3yds 3s 6d, 3syds 5s Cd ; art muslin, splendid selection at 5d at Barton's Cash Drapery and Boot Stores, Dannevirke.* Barton's for Boots.. Three cases just arrived of Ladies', Gents', and Children's Boots and Shoes for summer wear. Best value in town.* * Mr W. Rose's Dannevirke stock sale takes place at 1.30 p.m. to-morrow. Entries inolude cows and heifers in calf, cows with calves at foot, weaners, goad wethers, and eweß in lantb. Lire is male worth living by taking Jefferv's Head, Stomach, and Liver Pilla, Is per box.* To be well dressed is one of the pleasures sf life ;to secure a bargain is another great pleasure. Both points can be gained by purchasing a stylishlytrimmed velvet hat from Babsby's at 7s 6d.* At his Woodville stock sale at 1.30 p.m. on Saturday Mr W. Rose will offer good steers, weaners, springing heifers, store wethers, etc. Chloride of Lime, Coney's Fluid, Car bolic, and all disinfectants on sale at E. E. Priob's.* Flannelettes Bland foremost as one of the inventions of the age. We hold a large stock of these goods, notably a line of Blouse Flannelettes, which are marked 4sd per yard at Babsby's, the Premier Drapers, Dannevirke.* Mr E. F. Eagar's \t eber sale of fruit and ornamental trees from Mr Hor ton's Nursery, Pa hiatus, will be held at 1,80 p,m. on Monday nnt> Th§ trw* ft»4 Blunts mivtd m Dinmltk* to4tp f

An important auction sale of drapery md olothing is to be held by Mr Eagar at hiß mart on Saturday, Tuesday, and Thursday next. On Saturday the Bale will commence at 11 a m. sharp. «, The gooda, which have been purchased at a great reduction off cost, form th« largest consignment ever offered at auolion here, and will te sold without th^ slightest reserve, An inset with this issue draws special attention to the sale. Oar Sarsaparilla does not defy, it courts comparison. Some of our Dannevirke citizens have been taking various im ported brands of Sarsaparilla to find out which is the best blood purifier. They have decided in favcr of Prior'b/ Messrs McKibbin and Go. advertise ladies' evening shoes at special prices. Among the many bargains which are obtainable at the Bon Marche Stocktaking Sale are girl's and maid's Costumes in Goats and Skirts complete for 7s .lid, ladies' Tailor-made Coatß and Skirts 18s Gd, 21s, and 25s GJ. Jackets and Capes at prices never before seen in Dannevirke. Dress goods and Serges, Flannelettes, Flannels and Blankets at prices which it will pay.to secure them at. The balance of ladies' and children's Millinery at prices to Blear every live previous to stocktaking.*

The poundkeeper at Ti Tree Point in» 1 sarts a notice. : -In Uie matter of price one draper in- ' variably out-distances all competitors. ; As an evidence of this compare Barsby's all wool Itoslyn Flannels at 9|d with what other drapers charge you a shilling fer.* Train arrangements for the Dairy Association's show at Palmerston are advertised. Chapped Hands, Eczema, Chilblains, and Irritable Skin cured by using Jeff ery's Ammolite, 19 and 2s. Jeffery's Compound Menthol Jujubes for Coughs and Sore Throats, Is. Jeffery's Tar and Wild Cherry Cou&h Mixture, Is 6<i. Daucing 1 Dancing 1 Jeffery's Floor Gloss was used for all the successful dances last season. Tins, Is to 3s 6d. — P. Jefjfeby, Optician and Chemist by Exam,* Mr F. E. Storey, tailor, notifies that his new establishment is situated next door to Mr Prior's, chemist. Customers cap have suits made to order on the shortest notice at city prices, in best style, fit and workmanship guaranteed. Ladies' Pink, Cream, Blue, and Green Evening Shoes in all sizes at F. C. Fabbow's.* „ . A special line of Fox's Serge Suits splen didly lined and finished, only 37s 6d at Bakton's Cash Drapery and Boot Stores Tenders aie invited till 30th inst. for elliug 180 acres of bush at Paikakariid. The good effects of Cod Liver Oil aie well known. Many ..people would make use of it were it not so hard tc take.. Dr Bailey's Restorative Emulsion is proving a boon to those who cannot take oil. It builds up the system, strengthens the chest, and can be taken by the most deli" oata stomach 2/6 and 4/6 at E. E. Pbiob's * Two rooms, furnished or unfurnished, are advertised to let. Most people wonder why we sell Dunga ree Trousers at 2s 6d per pair. Well, the working man is a strong supporter of ours and Babsby's axiom is ' one good' turn deserves another." Spectacles, rightly used, are aids to and preservers of Bight. Have your sight tested free oil the latest scientific principles. Speatacles and Eye Glasses to suit all sights. Frederick T. D. Jeffery, Chemist (by exam.) and Optioian, Dannevirke.* Do not let your horse die. • Pbiob's Bot Fly Powders will cure your horse if given in time. Every horse dosed with them has improved. Price, Is 6d per packet at E. E. Pbiob's.* fry Jeffery'b Creosoted Emulsion 0

fry Jeffery'b Creosoted Emulsion o Cod Liver Oil, a medicinal food, cures Coughs, Colds, Bronchitis, Asthma, Consumption, and all other Lung Troubless bottles 2s 6d.°

It is no longer a question as to which is the best com cure. The Khaki Corn Cure takes out corns more completely than a razor. Every box gives satisfaction. Price le at E. E. Pbior's.*

Bifocal or Double Spectacle Lenses are now rapidly coming into favor. These glasses enable s person to see near _or distant objects clearly without changing the glasses, thus approaching.more nearly the natural sight than anything yet invented. E. E. Pbior, Chemist, is now fitting persons with these spectacles, and tbey are giving great satisfaction.*