The Ensign. GORE: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28.

Mataura Ensign, Issue 951, 28 September 1901, Page 2

The Ensign. GORE: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28.

A novel hockey match was played at Gisborne last week (says the ' Poverty Bay Herald'). Hitherto the gentlemen members of the Club have shown their superiority over the ladies, the excuse of the latter being that the gentlemen are not handicapped by the impediment of skirts, so, in order to put themselves on equal terms with their fair opponents, nine young gentlemen donned skirts, nicely decorated with flounces and frills, and secured with safety pins, and endeavoured to demonstrate that skirts, after all, are not such an obstruction to the successful playing of hockey as the young ladies make out. The game was an exciting one, and resulted in a victory for the skirted males by four goals to two. The ' Wakatip Mail' reports that before leaving Queenstown for Gore, Mr M. O'Meara was entertained by a number of his friends at a farewell gathering. Every gentleman present, who was afforded the opportunity of saying a few words, referred in very eulogistic terms to the sterling qualities of Mr O'Meara, both in his business and social capacities. Regret was expressed by all present at Mr O'Meara's departure from the town and district in which he worked for so many years, and it was the fervent wish that he and his good wife and children would have health prosperity wherever they went. The toast of the guest of the evening was drunk several times, and good-natured remarks accompanied each toast. Mr O'Meara replied more than once to the kind remarks made regarding him during the evening, thanking the assemblage for their good wishes. He was sorry to leave his numerous friends and acquaintances in the district in which he had worked for over twenty years, but force of circumstances necessitated his departure from among them.

At Thursday's meeting of the Southland Land Board a letter was received from Joseph Gourley, who stated that he was desirous of selecting sections 40 and 41, block 7, Waikawa, but as he held section 39 the total area, would considerably exceed the limit of 50 acres, and he requested that action be taken so that he might select the sections. The Government to be recommended to increase the limit of holding in the Waikawa village settlement to 70 acres. G. W. Miller was granted change of tenure from perpetual lease to lease in perpetuity in crnnection with sefition "J, block 9, Wendon. The Southland County Council submitted schedule of thirds and fourths accrued from Ist May to 31st July, 1901, amounting to £204 2s 2d; Knapdale Road Board trom Ist November, 1900, to 31st July, 1901, amounting to £2G 16s lid. Held over for a month. Horace Pope's application to transfer section 25, block 9, Waikawa, to Mrs A. A. O'Brien was refused.

At the Police Court, Dunedin, on Thursday, Percival Commins was charged with that on September 20, at Dunedin, he d d wilfully and falsely use the title of " doctor," implying that he was recognised by law as a practitioner in medicine. For the defence it was alleged that the defendant was a philanthropist who did not charge for advice and sold medicine at cost price, but as 75 per cent of those he treated were not able to pay a penny, he gave it away. He claimed to be a magnetic healer, and claimed the title of doctor because he was a teacher of truth. Mr Graham, S.M., had doubts as to whether the plates with " Dr " and hours of service were not calculated to deceive. He, however, dismissed the case on the merits.

A constable who was escorting a lunatic from Hastings to Wellington bad a startling experience on Thursday. When the train reached a livni 1 i,i ar Eketahuna the lunatic violently assaulted him, burst his handcuffs and leaped off Ihe train. He was subsequently recaptured by the police from Masterton. The constable in charge got considerably knocked about but is not thought to be seriously injured. The best medicine known is SANDER AND SONS' EUCALYPTI EXTRACT. Tost its eminent powerful effects in coughs, colds, influenza, the relief is instantaneous. In serious oases, and accidents of all kinds, be they wounds, burnß, scaldings, bruises, sprains, it is the safest remedy —n swellings —no inflammation. Like surprising effectproduced in croup, diphtheria, bronchitis, inflammation of the lungß, swelling, eto., diarrhea, dysentery, diseases of the kidneys and urinary organs. SANDER AND SONS EUCALYPTI EXTRACT is in use at hospitals and medical olinics all over the globe; patronised by His Majesty the King of Italy | howned with medals and diplomas at Intarational Exhibition, Amsterdam. Trust to nis approved article and rejeot all others.

At the Dunedin Supreme Court on Wednesday, Mr Justice Williams made an order authorising the Registrar to amend the roll of barristers and solicitors of the Supreme OjXfrt by altering the name of Henry AldJrorough Stratford to Augustus Henry Stratford Henniker.

The Matajira Dairy Facrory opened for the season on Thursday, there being a good, supply of milk delivered. The extensive alterations at the factory have been completed, these including a new floor in the cheese-making room, and a new drain for carrying off the whey, which, until more satisfactory arrangements can be made for 'its disposal, is being run into the river. y ' It will be remembered that when the fourth and fifth contingents left South Africa for New Zealand Trooper Claude MacGregor (son of Mr J. C. MacGregor, Town Clerk at Mataura) of the fourth contingent, went on a visit to the Old Country. While in London he met Mr N. Kingdon, jun., who was formerly at Gore and Mataura. Trooper MacGregor, who subsequently visited friends in Scotland and went on a tour through the Highlands, is now on his way back to New Zealand, having seen more of the world than falls to the lot of the average young New Zealander in so short a period o£ time. .' The two Invercargill boys who walked to Dunedin to see the Duke of York, and were handsomely treated for their enterprise, were yesterday committed to the Caversham Industrial School by Mr McCarthy, S.M., for stealing a boat, tools, and other articles. The sale of work, under the auspices of the Gore branch of the Presbyterian Women's Missionary Union was held yesterday afternoon. The attendance was good, and excellent business was done in the disposal of a large variety of articles prepared by the lady members of the branch. The sale will be open again this afternoon. The annual bachelors' ball was held at Waimumu on Thursday evening last, and was very well attended, many being present from Mataura. The ball proved most enjoyable to those present, excellent music being supplied by Mr E. Laurie. During the evening songs were given by Messrs Calder (Gore) and Hamilton, and a recitation by Mr C. Evison. The first conference of delegates from Otago and Southland branches of the New Zealand Farmers' Union opens at Milton on Tuesday next, and is expected to extend over three <Wys.—There is a probability of a branch of 4he Union being formed at Wendon. The season for the "kana kana" or lampreys (small fish of the eel species, beloved of the Maoris), has now begun, and natives are assembling at Mataura for the annual catch. Some eight Maoris from as far North as Temuka are already on the ground. Every year the lampreys make up the Mataura river from the sea, and finding a barrier in their path in the shape of the falls, cluster on the roeks in great numbers. They make short jumps (something after the manner of the salmon) up the face of the falls, and take brief breathing spells by holding on to the rocks by suckers which serve tbem for mouths. It is while they are accomplishing this feat that they fall easy prey to their captors. It is said that each shoal qf these fish has its leader, and when this one is knocked off the rocks by the Maoris, the others fall off en masse. It is a distinctly peculiar form of angling, and those who have cultivated a taste .for the kana kana pronounce them as making remarkably fine eating. The Maoris secure prodigious quantities of the fish and dry them for use during the remainder of the year. The Mataura falls is pronounced the fishing ground in the colony. ' Mr S. G. Inder, butcher, of Main street. Gore, has just taken possession of his new premises in Holland's Buildings, which set the standard as a model butchery establishment. The floors throughout are of concrete, and the walls, of the same material, are covered with a patent oil-cloth bearing a neat pattern in imitation of blue and white tiles. The display benches fronting the windows are also of concrete with mirror tops. The whole shop can thus be thoroughly hosed out at frequent intervals, and the almost exclusive employment of concrete ensures perfect coolness in all weathers. Ample ventilation is also provided. A commodious workroom at the rear of the shop also has cement floors and walls, while the office at the side is conveniently fitted up with desks, strong room, etc. The interior fittings of the shop are of the newest pattern, double doors are provided at either side, and nothing is wanting .to make the premises as complete and suitable for the requirements of Mr Inder's business as the best establishments in tho large centres. Both yesterday and to-day an excellent display of prime meat of all kinds was made. y,

At a meeting of the Inch Clutha Presbyterian congregation on Wednesday eevning for the purpose of moderating in a call, the Rev. Messrs P. Ramsay (Chatton), and West were nominated. On a vote being taken a substantial majority for Mr Ramsay was announced, and bis name was accordingly inserted in the call.

At last night's meeting of the Gore Oddfellows' Lodge, arrangements were made for the anniversary social, which is to be held on the 25th inst.

Mr E. Cameron, stationmaster at Riversdale, who has been transferred to Dunedin to take up an advanced position in the Traffic Superintendent's office, was entertained by a number of his friends at a smoke concert, held in Gee's Hotel, on Tuesday ovening. Mr J. Smaill presided, and made eulogistic reference to the manner in which Mr Cameron had gained public esteem and confidence during his fifteen months' residence amongst them. On behalf of Mr Cameron's many friends the chairman presented him with a handsomely-fitted travelling bag. The recipient made adequate response. A number of toasts were honored, and songs contributed by Messrs Smaill, Greenail, Slocombe and Wakeling. The annual meeting of the Gore Citizens' Tennis Club was held on Thursday evening, there being a large attendance. The President (Mr W. McGruer), occupied the chair. The annual report and balance-sheet (the latter showing a credit of £2 Is id) were read and adopted, and the following office-bearers elected President, Mr W. McGruer (reelected) ; vice-president, Mr R. C. Mitchell (re-elected); secretary and treasurer, Mr A. C. King (re-elected); committee, Messrs D Collins, J. D. Miller, G. Matheson, and A. J. Pope ; ladies' committee, Mesdames D. Collins and Pope, Misses Deterte and Scott. Some 30 members were elected, and it was decided to open the season on Wednesday next.

The concert by the Gore Presbyterian choir on October 1 in the Town Hall promises to be a great success from a musical point of view. A number of well-known local vocalists will take part, and there will be several popular Scotch choruses by tho choir. Captain' Nelson, of Rotorua, has just visited the chief spas and thermal baths of Europe, for the purpose of comparing them with those of New Zealand. After seeing Aix-les-Bains, Wiesbaded, Bad Mauheim, Karlsbad, and Aix-la-Chapelle, Captain Nelson says he is driven to the conclusion that the environment of these health resorts is the principal attraction. In Captain Nelson's opinion, there is nothing to compare to the baths at Whakarewarewa or Itotorua, the former place having thirty-two distinct hot springs, of which the water of two pools only has been analysed. AH the springs which he saw in Europe, in comparison with those in New Zealand, he characterises in the proportion of " thimbles to wash-hand basins." Bull-fighting exhibitions at Omaha are drawing enormous crowds nightly, under the patronage of Governor Savage, of Nebraska, and the Governor of lowa (says the ' Express' New York correspondent). The managers announce that they will make a tour of the whole country, and have already fixed dates for Chicago and Coney Island. Bull fights are also taking place daily at the Pan-Ameri-can Exposition at Buffalo, but in this case no bloodshed is permitted. The Omaha shows are more realistic, and the other day one of the toreadors was nearly gored to death, and now lies, in the hospital. The exhibitions have aroused a tremendous outcry, Pulpit and Press alike denouncing their brutality and the " lust of blood," The general public are as a rule suspicious of cheap goods, unless there is a good reason for them to be sold cheap. Here is something that will just suit the cycling public. Habby Wbiqht has, owing to the recent fire decided to sell off everything cheap, so tha, he can procure a fresh stock.of Cycle sundriet for .the coming season. Call and inspects prices wonderfully low. A ' few Bicyeles Binoked in the fire to be sold cheap. Agent for the Easy Running Massey Harris.—Harby Wright, Main Street.— TAdvi.] You can depend on ridding your children of worms with Wade's Worm Figs, the wonderfu worm worriers. Price, Is,

At a, meeting of thg Gore Cycling Club committee held last night Mr A. E. Small was elected a delegate to the Southland centre of the League of N.Z. Wheelmen. It was decided to hold a road race on November 6th to Stoney Creek and back. Mr H. Wright was appointed a junior deputy captain, and the secretary was instructed to obtain a design and price of a badge. The following programme of billy runs was drawn upOct. lfith, lo Charlton; Nov. 13th, to Knapdale ; Dec. 11th, to Waimumu; Jan. Bth, to Croydon; Jan. 29th, to Stoney Creek ; Feb. 19th, to Mataura; March 12th, round toe block, via Otama and Chatton. It wai /resolved to hold a fancy dress parade to be followed by a masquerado ball on March 26th, and moonlight runs on or about October 28th, November 26th and January 20th. A church parade is to bo held on a date to be fixed.

The Southland Farmers' Co-operative Association has now embarked on the auctioneering business, and Mr M. Cart (manager) will conduct the first sale 011 buhulf of the Association at the Gore yards, on Tuesday next.

Gity Cycle Works.—The Cheapest and Best House m Gore for Cycle Repairs and Accessories. Wo are Direct Importers, and can sell Cheaper than others. Bells from 6d Frame Protectors Is Gd. Pump Connection 9d. Oil from 6d. Ladies' Skirt Holders from Is. Chains from 7s 6d. Handle bars from baddies from Bs. Tyres (twelvemonths guarantee) 22s 6d. Tubes Bs. Outfits 9d. We have a very Large Stock of Gas Lamps from 15s; Carbide Is per lb. The heaviest cyclist in Gore (weight 18 stone), rides Bri tain's Best Bicycle—the "lludge-Whitworth." Also Agent for u Sterling," (built like a watch), Yellow Fellow, Waveriey, and Earls.—Bkn. McKnight, Cycle Importer and liepairer. Inspection Invited.— [Ad vt]. Park, Eeynolds and Co. sell the Da»t River dredge and claim at Dunedin on 7th October Concert by Gore Presbyterian Choir, Town Hall, October 1. Contiact to Jet at Wantwoort. Gore Congregational Church set vices advertised.

Wesleyan Churcli services, Gore anil Arthurton.

Henderson and ]>atgor huvo garden manure for sale.

Southland Farmers* Cn-openitivo stsll by auction on Tuesday at the saleyards. Piermont travels from Lumsden to Mataura this season.

Minorca eggs for sale. Gore Presbyterian Church services Sunday by Rev. A. Gray. Church of England services at Mandeville, Mataura, Pukcrau, and Gore to-morrow. D. McDougall supplies milk from Town Head dairy.