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Manawatu Standard, Volume XXXVIII, Issue 6835, 27 October 1900, Page 2

Fourth Page.—On tho fourth page to-day will be found five columns of most interesting news.

Levin. — Tho Manuwatu Railway Company are about to place a stationmaster at Levin.

Legal.—Mr A. J. Edmonds, barrister and solicitor, is at present in Palmerston with a viow of commencing the practice of his profession. Mr Edmonds has been fifteen years at the law, most of tho timo in Western and South Australia.

May Apple. — In another column we insert notices in referenco to Impey's May Apple, the famous liver tonic. Wo have seen numerous testimonials from those who havo tried the preparation, and one and all speak in tho highest terms of its qualities. Two members of Parliament, Messrs Hornsby andLawry, forwarded their testimony as to its efficacy.

The Knight-Templar.—Tho London Daily Mail of Soptombor 20 says : —That terrible African fever, beriberi, broke out on the Liverpool steamor Knight Templar during its voyage from Now Zealand, which ended in the Tyne yesterday, and fivo lascars' succumbed. Another man jumped overboard and was drowned.

A Proof.—Just after tho passing of tho Bill increasing his salary by i 2650 a year, Mr Seddon cabled to Mr Henniker Heaton:—" Am pleased our satisfactory budget has given satisfaction in England. Wo have since had further positive proof in Now Zealand of continued prosperity."

Congregational.—The services of the Congregational Churcli to-morrow will be conducted by the Rev. S. Baker, of Christchurcb, who is chairman of the Union. Mr Baker is a very popular preacher and his sermons are sure to be interesting.

Our Colony.—Messrs O. T. J. Alpors and R. F. Irvine aro to write the book on Now Zealand for the 25-volume Encyclopedia Messrs W. and R. Chambers aro about to publish. The former, who has had a distinguished scholastic career, is the son of a Scandivavian settler in Hawke's Bay, and the latter was at one time a master in Wellington College.

B.P.—ln the course of a letter to a Wanganui resident, Lieut.-General Baden-Powell expresses regret that up to the time of writing he had not had any of the New Zealand contingents undor his command and adds, " Everywhere I have heard flattering accounts of their work. Ido hope my luck may stick to me so that I shall bo able to payNew Zealand a visit."

Anniversary.—Sunday School Anniversary services will be held in the Baptist Church to morrow, conducted in the morning by the Rev. S. Lawry, and in the afternoon and evening by the Rev. E. Richards. At each service special hymns will be sung by the children. On Wednesday a public tea and meeting will be held when addresses will be given, and there will bo singing, recitations and dialogues by the children.

At a Discount. — Referring to the state of politics tho Rangitikei Advocate says : —lt may also be remarked that in the present condition of politics there is little possibility of statesmen being developed, for the moment a member shows originality or an inclination to exercise his own judgment, he is driven from the ranks of the party and hounded down by all tho faithful. If he is willing to hand his conscience to tho keeping of another, and " always votes at his party's call," he is sure of his reward, and if there is no suitable opening for him one will be created.

Band Room. —The question as to the conditions upon which the Band room is to be built on the Borough Reserve in Main-street will be brought under discussion by a committee of the Council during next week. The difficulties seem to be the rights of musical societies, other than tho Band and Orchestral Society, and the position of tho building in the event of these bodies becoming defunct. It is probable that a conference will bo held between the Council and the Trustees (Messrs Wood, Park and Beck), when theso points will be thoroughly thrashed out and provision made for them in the lease.

St Helena. —Miss Annie Taylor has received some f,very interesting souvenirs from her uncle, who lives in Jamestown, St. Helena. Thoy consist of a copy of the Si. Helena Guardian and a couple of post cards. The formor is a queer little publication, unlike any newspaper in the colony. One column is headed " Latest Tell-a-cram," and notifies the arrival of Kruger at St. Helena. Items of interest are the fining of a man for supplying liquor to the Boers, the deathof a Boer from " senile decay," and other news. The post cards are very neatly got up, ono with views of St. Helena and the other showing the arrival of the Boer prisoners at Jamestown. —Woodville Examiner.

Rifle Corps. — Those interested in military matters aro reminded of the meeting which will take place on Tuesday evening in connection with the proposed new Rifle Corps in Palmerston. Only a few months ago, when tho war spirit was strong upon- us, the matter was spoken of with great enthusiasm, and wheait was thought that the Government was not likely to sanction the formation of the corps tho refusal was received with considerable indignation. Now that this sanction has been given, and there is ho impediment in the way except tho apathy of tho young men in the district, it is to be hoped that they will be equal to the occasion and attend the meeting in large numbers, so that tho company can be formed without further delay.

The Other Side.—ln reference to the Grattcn Grey episode, Mr Grey said that the affair had been greatly exaggerated by the steamship efficials, and some of the passengers. ' There were a lot of Jingoes on board,' said he, ' and their manner was enough to make us leave the room. They wanted to bo singing " God Saye the Queen" at breakfast, dinner, and supper, and we simply tired of it. It's right to sing a national air on a particular occasion, but as for having it in the mouths of those about twothirds of the time, we thought there was no occasion for it, and toy wife, rather that listen to tho repetition of the song, left the room. ' I did not hear her pass any uncomplimentary words about tho Queen, and I am quite sure that statement is false. The captain did not tell us to remain by ourselves after the episode. We chose Beclusion on our account.' "

La Mascotte.—At tho Foresters' Hall last night the La Mascotte Quadrille Assembly held a most successful dance in connection with the winding up of their invitation dances. The interior of the hall was very prettily decorated with terns, etc., and the floor was in capital order. Spirited music was supplied by an orchestra comprising Messrs E. Hitchings (piano), W. Jolly (violin), J. Wilson (cornet), j. Wingate (bass), and J. Jones (trombone), while extras were nicely played by Misses Voyscy, Curtis, McGrath, and Mrs Hitchings. A most tempting supper was provided by the ladies, the tables being laden with viands of every description. The following ladies were specially thanked by the M.C., on behalf of the Committee, for their valuable assistance during the running of the assembly : —Mrs Stubbs, Misses Lloyd (2), HadfMd (2), Stubbs (2), and Alladice. Mr T. E. Mitchell carried out the duties of Master of Ceremonies. . .

Aobanqi.—We are informed that King Mahuta is expected at Aorangi tomorrow.

King Mahuta.—The Maori King is at present on a visit to Otaki, where he has been received enthusiastically.

Butchisring.—The Slaughtering and Inspection Act passed last session will come into operation on April Ist.

Concert.—Tho Stoney Crook Hall Cotnmitte will hold their annual concert on the Bth of November, particulars of which will shortly be announced.

Agricultural-—Mr Ritchie, Under Secretary to the Agricultural Department, proceeded to Momohaki to-day and intends to return on Monday.

Parliamentary. — Several of the Northern M.H.R.s were passengers by the express train this morning en route for their homes.

Orient Lodge.—There was a large attendance of members at the Orient Lodge last night whon ono new member was initiated and another proposed.

The Royal Visit. — The London Daily Mail says that tho Duko and Duchess of York are oxpected to leave Home for the colonies in February or March next.

Still They Come. —The work in the Department of the Inspector of Machinery has increased so much of late that it has been docided to appoint two more inspectors. The salary of each officer is to be £275 per annum.

That £40.—As an earnest of his sincerity in opposing the sessional allowance of £40 to members of the Legislature, Mr Collins intends distributing his amount among the charities of Christchurch.

Drainage.—Mr Greenfield, S.M., is engaged to-day in inspecting |tha drains in the Oroua district preparatory to adjudicating upon tho liability of tho Horseshoo Drainago Board to maintain tho outlet for the Sluggish River district.

Arrears. —The uncollected ratos .in the City of Wellington total £10,000. Wo would suggest that Palmerston Borough lends Mr W. H. Collingwood to Wellington for six rnonth3—there would soon be an altered condition of things.

In Memoriam.—The Nelson Education Board has decided that the existing scholarships in the Westport High School shall be named the Colvin and Poole scholarships, as a memorial to two young men from tho district, who died on active service in South Africa.

Serious. — Informations are to be laid at the instance of the Official AsAsignee in bankruptcy against the manager of a leading firm in Wellington for allegedly making false declarations and furnishing false accounts in connection with a recent bankruptcy.

Debentures. —The oommittee of the Borough Council appointed to consider tho best means of raising the. loan for sewerage purposes met last night, but were unable to finally determine what steps should be taken, and the matter will be considered at a special meeting of the Council on Wednesday night.

Political.—Mr Morrison has resigned his position as junior Government Whip. It is said that the probabilities are that Mr Garncross will be invited to fill the post next session, although wo doubt very much whether the popular member for Taieri is the man to tie himself up in that fashion. •

Telegrams.—We learn by telegraph that the experiment of keeping the telegraph offices in the chief centres open continuously is to be abandoned, and midnight is to be the limit, with half-an-hour on Sunday mornings. Sunday and holiday rates for evening papers are also to be reduced.

Simple Harmony. —Mr Leo. Carri returned to-day from Wanganui to Palmerston, and recognising that private apartments are most suitable to his teaching of " Simple Harmony," resumes to-day in rooms at a cottage in Duke-street. This being the last week of teaching in Palmerston, intending learners must communicate at once.

Monument.—The granite monument which it is proposed to ereot in the Square in honour of the Maori chiefs of the Rangitane tribe, who assisted the European settlement of this district, arriyed in Wellington from Scotland yesterday, and will bo forwarded to Palmerston in the course of a few days. Upon arrival here the inscription will have to be engraved upon it, and then the work of erecting it will be commenced.

Hospital.—Some time ago a suggestion was made in the Orient Lodge that some arrangement might be come to with the Hospital Board by which a bed in their institution could bo reserved for members of Friendly Societies who desired to take advantage of Hospital treatment. The other Lodges in the district have been communicated with, and the general opinion being favourable to the idea, delegates from each Lodge will meet at an early date in the Orient Lodge to discuss the final terms of the proposal, which will be submitted to the Hospital Board.

Riches.—A Pefcone resident who attended the Harbour Board's late sale of unclaimed goods bought a swag for a few shillings. On examining his purchase ho found wrapped up in part of a tent two fixed deposit receipts of the Bank of Australasia, ono for £14, the other for £7, both dated 1893, for the term of 7 years, at 4£ per cent, and 4 per cent respectively ; also a Post Office Savings Bank book showing a credit balance of £65. His trouble now is (says the Post) to know what are his rights in the matter.

Onions.—The class of onion sent to England some time ago by Canterbury growers, to test the market there, having proved to be unsuitable for requirements, Mr H. C. Cameron, Now Zealand Produce Commissioner, has obtained small samples, on account of Mr A. E. G. Rhodes, of the descriptions most recommended by English agents as being in demand. These varieties are all whiteskinned, and comprise Bedfordshire champion and James Long-keeping for general use, and Ailsa Craig for large. Mr Rhodes intends to exhibit the samples in New Zealand, and also to distribute seed in Canterbury so that tests may be made. As Mr Rhodes has made inquiry into the market for onions in the Old Country, he will, says Mr Cameron, be ablo to furnish full information to farmers in the colony concerning the prospects of shipments.

_ Success.—The Post says: " A question of politics was involved in a motion of thanks that came before the City Council on Thursday night. The Mayor referred to the passing by Parliament of three out of the four Bills presented during the recent session, and Councillor Tolhurst moved that the Council should ' express its thanks to the Hon. Mr Fraser, M.L.C., and Mr J. Hutoheson, M.H.R., who had taken charge of the Bills, and to Messrs Hutcheson, Pirani, Atkinson, and Lang for the. manner in which they stonewalled the Premier's amendment to the City Exchange Bill, with results that the Corporation got better . terms than it would otherwise have been ablo to secure.' Councillor Townsend expressed his willingness to support the motion if the last part were omitted. Other Councillors thought it was of no use dragging politics into the matter, and further irritating the Premier. Ultimately it was resolved to simply thank Messrs Fraser and|Hutcheson for having taken charge of the Bills." Or Tolhurst was an interested spectator of the proceedings in question in the House, between 12.30 and 5 a.m.

New Magazines.—Per Wakatane, at Park's Book Depot—Windsor, Royal, Weldon's Ladies', Illustrated Dressmaker, Children's, Myra's, Leach's Family Dressmaker, Leach's Children's for August, Young Ladies' for September, Black and White War Budget, Family Novelist, div. 93, &c. —Advt.

Never in the history of our business have we held so large and magnificent a stock of fashionable and family drapery as we are now showing at The Bon Marche, and it is intensely gratifying to us to find on the part of our customers and the public such genuine appreciation of the selection we offer. For the next few weeks especially, customers would greatly oblige us and would be consulting their own interests by shopping as early in the day as convenient, as it is not possible in the rush of the afternoon to secure the same measure of attention.. —Advt. . ~ ,--: ,„•-.