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Manawatu Herald, Volume I, Issue 73, 9 May 1879, Page 2

A GiWTiiK Reminder.-— When tho Man a» wato Herat,]) was started, the sim'"arity of the first word of the title to that of our Palmerston contemporary, led. to numerous quotations from dnq o> other of tile journals 13eln*j frequently (by mistake), placed to the credit of its rival. But sufficient time has ne w elapsed to lessen the probabilities of such errors, In a recent ( issue; we gave a dsscriptlou of an infant 22 years old, at Bulls. Our Palrriei'sfcon contemporary also referred to the same subject. "We were therefore rather surprised to see, in a recent number of the Wellington Evening Chronicle, the Manawatu Tillies' article quotedj with a portion of our dwii article inserted in tile centre; pur . cod temporary of course receiving, credit for tho whole: We may point dnt, in a friendly way, that such a system is not in accordance with journalistic etiquette.

The Feildino Guardiax. — The plant for the Feilding journal arrived per SttiMbird from Wellington^ <jri Wednesday last, aiid was taken on per train to the inland township yesterday. It is expected tho paper will make its appearance in about a fortnight.

County Couxcir,— : A special, sitting of the County Council will bo lidld dn Mdnday next, at 2 p.m.

BOILEItS MOM TI[E HyDKABAI). — Air TEaston has just, completed the construction of a very strong wajygon, which Messrs Bowo, Hirchley .and Go; inteiid td Use ill conveying' this bditarsnoWin the Hrdrabad's hold "to Hartley's, whence they will be shippoi to Wellington per steamer. As the boilers iv question weigh 10 tons each, the waggon has been built very strongly. The four Avheels are 4- feet h,ighj and 18 inches, through, dud are niade of white pine planks rounded, consisting of G pieces of 3 inch stuff bolted together, and each wheel having a hundredweight of iron upon it in massive rings, bolts, &c. The body and axles are of solid ):nta-, the latter being lg inb'iies square. 'J)he affai- is in every way suitable for the work. We hear when tho boilers are laid upon it, 24 builock3 will be employed to draw the waggon along.

Axglicax Cittmcir.— The BeV. Mr tfewth, who has been appointed to the incumbency of the Parishes of Foxton and Palroerston. arrived per CoaCh from Wellington on Tuesday last, and proceeded on to Palmerston per train the same evening. The rev, gentleman will onjclnct 7>ivir ■: Service ii-t t-Fint tunco na?:t Sninl-iy, .r.ul flufollowing Sunday ut lAjjuoi*. Wo lnivo great pleasure in giving a cordial welcome to Mr Newth, and hope he will labour long and successfully in this distinct. For some time past, the want of a resident clergyman has been' severely felt, both here and at Palmerston, nnd though in both places excellent substitutes have baeu obtained, members of the Anglican Church will be Pleased to have once more a pastor over them.

Foxtox School. — We understand Mr Hulke, master of the school, has altered his original intention of applying for the holi ■ days to begin at an early date. They will probably take place at the usual lime.

The Ohau Pent. — The Ohau punt was towed down successful!}' by the Osprey from Foxton, on Monday morning, and taken into the river and up to the ferry, by Mr McLean. Workmen weve to have starred yesterday placing it in position.

Waxoanui Hospital. — At a sitting of tho Wanganui County Council, held on "Wednosday ufteriooi, a discussion took place upon t'm Hospital question. Mr Robertson reported that ho had attended tho recent Hospital conference, when the Borough Conncil had expressed themselves willinar to give £100, towards building a new Hospital. Subsequently, this amount had been increased to £1100, with the understanding that the Counties of Rangitikei, Manawatu, and Wanganui should each subscribe JJ3UO. The amount would thus be brought up to £2000, which would ensure an equal amount from (iovemment, making a total of £4000. Ho understood the present site on the river bank was not likely to be ut ; lised for increasing the fund. A long desultory conversation followed on the state of the Council's finances. The majority of the members expressed them selves in favour of giving the required £300; but the Chairman explained that they were not at present in a position to do so. Eventually, it was resolved, " Thit on account of the heavy expenditure on roads, the Council does not see its way at present to contribute £300 towards the erection of a Hospital, but will £rant that sum for the purpose as soon as the f'ini3 are forthcoming." It is to be regretted that the Wanganui County Council have not shown greater liberality in this matter, as the effect of the resolution passed may bw to delay the erection of the new Hospital. They ought to be in funds, seeing the accounts paesed amounted to only £08 9s,

New Settorr. — We are pleased to learn that another gentleman ha 3 determined to settle near Foxton. We allude to Mr Cobb, who his recently arrived in New Zealand from the Horns country. Tho gtmtleman alluded to lias travelled over a considerable portion of the Oolony, but has seen no dUtrict he likes better than that around Foxton. He has, therefore, entered into partnership with Mr George Hadfield, of G-olden Lands, Moutoa.

A Bilmjt Open.— ln another column will be found an advertisement calling for tenders for the appointment of Cleric, Overseer, and Collector to the Foxton Local Board. Tendei-3 close on May 30.

Rate. — The annual r;ite notice for the Foxton Local Boar.l district is published in our advertising columns.

FBiiLMONQEaY.— We notice that a new firm have started busines3 in Foxtou. In another column, Messrs Joseph Dean and Co. announce that they have started business as fellmongeis, near tte residence of Mr Charles Symous. They are cash purchasers of wool, skins, &c, and announce the prices at which they will scour wool. In so large a district as this, Messrs Dean and Co should find a large and profitable trade. We wish them every success in their venture.

Resigned. — Mr Joe Dransfiold, Mayor of Wellington, has resig-ned his position, owing to fiuancial difficulties. The names of iutending candidates will probably in f elude Dr Diver, Messrs Q-eo Hunter, Levin, and Hutchisou.

Choral. — A practice of the Choral So, ciety will be held tonight, at 8 o'olook.

Ecclesiastical.— His Lordship Bishop Had field arrived at Foxton yesterday after* noon, per coach, from Wellington, and pro 1 ceeded northwards per evening train.

Contract. — Mr Cook expects to get his contract for the formation and metalling of Main street south of the Awahou Bridge completed in about a week. Messrs Robin* son and parly intend to start the work of forming the footpaths shortly. When these aro finished, the appearance of the town will be greatly improved.