THE CADETS FOR CHRISTCHURCH.

Manawatu Standard, Volume XL, Issue 7027, 11 June 1901, Page 2

THE CADETS FOR CHRISTCHURCH.

Captain Loveday, the organising officer, has issued a pamphlet of instructions to cadets proceeding to the review at Christchurch,the most usefulbeing that each cadet must provide himself with a pair of blankets, a change of underlinen, a.tiu plate, pannikin, knife, fork, spoon, hair-brush and comb, a towel and some soap and means for cleaning his boots (if preferred, a number can bring enough brushes, &c, to suit their party). A neat parcel is to be made-up of the articles and each package is to have thej rank and name of the owner, written legibly, and affixed in such a way that it cannot be easily lost. Great coats shoujd also be brought. In regard to refreshments, arrangements should be made by officers in command previous to starting so as to enable the cadets to have some refreshments during the train journey, and provision should be made to have this done by each one bringing something, or out of corps funds, or by telegraphing ( t6 stations where there are refreshment stalls, to have something ready. If purchased before starting, a refund of its cost will bo made by Government, provided the cost does not

exceed 6d for each cadet. For mourning, all officers are to wear a black band 3£in. deep above the left elbow. Non-com-missioned officers and cadets to have the second button o£ the tunic (if buttons are worn) covered with black crape. ' A necessary instruction is that every cadet must have his hair properly cut before starting. Fottbth Page.—a. quantity of Interesting leading matter trill be found on our fourth, page. Death.—Mrs . Bridge, wife of the Chairman of the Wanganui Education Board, diedsuddenlyyesterdayafternoon. Accident.—A man named1 Thos. Brown had his ankle severely cut while bush falling in the Forest Eeserve yesterday through the axe he was using slipping. He was brought to the Hospital and is now doing well. Pensions.—The following Old Ago Pensions have been granted by Mr .Greenfield, S.M.:—Mrs C. Dixon, Ashhurst, £18; J. Jeppsen, Sandon, £18; P. Quinn, Palmerston North, £8. Ten renewals have also been granted. A Conteadiction.—Mr E. B. Pearce asks us to contradict a report which has been published that Mr P. Pharazyn's property at Nukumaru, near Wanganui, has been sold for £50,000. Mr Pearce's agent at Wanganui wires, in answer to an enquiry, "No truth in report." Improvements.—Owing to the discolouration of the interior of the Courthouse by the sulphur in the lime staining the cement walls, instructions have been given to have the walls treated with a terra cotta colored preparation which, it is considered, will vastly improve the appearance of the building. Orchestral Society. — The usual weekly practice of the Orchestral Society was held last night, some useful work being put in. No practice will be held next Monday on account of many of the members being absent in Wellington. Subsidy.—Government have decided to place the Wanganui River Settlers' steamer service on the same basis as Messrs Hatrick and Co.'s in the matter of subsidies. The Rangitikei Advocate says this is an- excellent electioneering move in view of the approaching Patea election. Ashhubst.—Mr F. Pirani, M.H.R., has received a communication from the Minister for Lands stating that the Domain Board and the Cemetery Board for Ashhurst have now been appointed, and a notice will probably appeal1 in the first number of the New Zealand Gazette. Sale.—There was a large attendance at the sale conducted by J. Monnsey and Co. yesterday, on behalf of Mrs Montague. Bidding was brisk and satisfactory prices were obtained for the numerous lines offered. The sale was continued again to-day when there was an equally satisfactory attendance. Should all the goods not be disposed of the sale will be resumed on Thursday. Blood.—The N.Z. Times states that W. H. Purrse, who formerly held the soubriquet of " The Hermit of Island Bay," is a nephew, on his mother's side, of General Sir Bindon Blood. Mr James Brown, of Wellington, who was formerly a sergeant in the Eighteenth Royal Irish Regiment, has .known the family in Ireland for many years.

Spobting.—The successful double, Moifaa and Coeur de lion, was picked by two local sports, who secured a good price about the two horses mentioned | immediately after the Wanganui meeting. Several others benefitted in smaller, sums backing the horses straight out, the winner of j the steeplechase being a strong local fancy. A Diiteeence.—Volunteers in Victoria can earn as much as £7 10s per man capitation per annum, as against £2 10s in New Zealand. The sum of £2 10s per man is granted in the ordinary way, and the remaining £5 goes in personal payment, the recipients being paid according to the number of drills attended, etc. When a corps is in a sound position the men often earn to themselves from £5 to £6 10s per annum. S.M. Court.—At the Court this morning, before Mr Greenfield, S.M., judgment for the plaintiff for the amount claimed with costs was given in the following undefended cases :—W. Johnson (Mr Innes) v. T. Sullivan, claim £3, costs 10s; Mrs Sharman (Mr Innes) v. C. Farr, claim 10s, costs 5s ; L. Simmons v. F. Deott, claim £2 13s, costs 13s ; E. Mulrooney (Mr Hankins) v. T. O'Donovan, claim £7 11s 6d, costs 235; J. Satherley (Mr Hankins) v. X, Harrison, claim £1 16s, judgment for plaintiff with costs and order made for possession of tenement. Ballast Gang.—The Minister for Eailways has written to Mr P. Pirani, M.H.R., as follows:—" The departmental inquiry into, the circumstances surrounding the strike of the ballast gang will be held in Palmerston North by Messrs J. Coom, Chief Engineer of Railways, and A. Grant, Traffic Superintendent, North Island. I shall be glad if you will arrange to be present at the inquiry. Mr Coom will fix a convenient date with you." I.O.R.—The usual meeting of the Bechabite Lodge was held at the Lodge last evening, there being a good attendance of members. A large amount of routine business was transacted. It was resolved that in future no initiation fee be charged. An invitation was received from Wellington, for the members to take part in the procession and march past the Duke of York at Government House, Wellington. The quarterly summons meeting of the lodge will be held on June 24th. On Top.—The Fijian troops at the recent Melbourne celebrations attracted a lot of attention for their fine physique and soldierly bearing. They also beat allcomers at the Royal Park in the physical and manual exercises, and that is saying a good deal, when it is remembered that there were some 6000 troops under canvas there,. Colonel Francis has reason to feel proud of his troops.—Auckland Herald.

Hunting.—At the Rangitikei Hunt last Wednesday a correspondent of the Advocate states that "there were several spills, Mr J. Gorton getting what looked like a real nasty fall, but I hear he was not much hurt after all. Mr.L. Stevens got two good busters. Mr Moore, from Palmerston North, got a purler, also Mr W. Eeiller; and the Master also shot head first through a big gorse fence, and I believe Mr A. Wilson also had a cropper."

Efpeonteey. — A lady making a call at a house at Wilson's Road, Christchurch last Tuesday evening, left her bicycle outside the gate, and when she came out a few minutes afterwards, it was gone. She hurried up town to inform the police, but when nearing the White Hart Hotel she saw a young man trying to light a bicycle lamp, and recognised the machine as her own. She caught hold of the machine, but the man bolted. Luckily he was recognised by the lady, and the matter has been placed in the hands of the police.

Cute.—At his meeting at Christcliurcli Mr W. W. Collins detailed Low, when he moved an amendment to the Land for Settlements Bill last session, to strike out the clause granting a rebate to the Crown tenants, the Premier volunteered to save him the trouble and move the amendment himself, and did so. When the division was taken, however, to Mr Collins's amazement, the Premier and his party voted against the amendment the Premier had himself moved, and which was lost "There is no 'cuter man," Mr Collins continued, "than that same Premier His ability takes many directions, but never a cuter one than it did that night" Clydesdales—Messrs Nathan Bros , of Kairanga, have sold during the past few days to Mr J. Honore, of Dannevirke, on behalf of Messrs Gamman and Co a four-year old geldiug, by General Uordon from Jenny, for 50gs, the highest price yet received for a locally bred' horse. The animal is highly spoken o by competent judges and will form f W°l A addHion to' Messrs.JGamman and Co.'s already, extensive and wellknown team. .The gelding, bar accidents, will be shewn by his new owners at the next show and subsequently will be exhibited by Messrs Nathan Bros, as a special exhibit, in company with his dam Jenny and her progeny, aged five, three, and one-year-qld» ! jMnM'^ißb The two-year-old^ 7^

Council.—The meeting of the Council which was to have been held to-night, has been adjourned till to-morrow night. Shipping.—The sailing date of the "Rakaia" for London has been altered to 27th June. ■..-; >: Pkksbytbbian.—The Rev.-Isaac Jolly, of South Dunedin, has accepted a call to the Palmerston North Presbyterian Church. Lampas.—Owing to • representations made by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, the Masterton blacksmiths and farriers hare decided to abstain from, burning mouths of horses for lampas. Kudos.—Although there were, some 40 brass bands in camp-in Melbourne during the celebrations, not one of them (according to the Auckland Herald)could beat the Wellington Garrison Band for finished music. Football. — Two football matches' will be placed on the Sports' Ground to-morrow, the teams engaged being Institute v. Longburn, and Unions v. Aorangi. The teams are all in good form, and some interesting play should result. Death. —The Advocate says :—Mr George S. Bailey, of Nikau, died on Saturday morning. He had been ill for a fortnight and death resulted from inflammation. He leaves a widow and three children for whom much sympathy is felt, and also for his' parents, on the sad occurrence. Mounted Rifles.—The Executive Committee of the Manawatu Mounted Rifles met yesterday afternoon, when it was decided to hold the annual ball on Wednesday, 24th July, in the Lyceum Theatre. Tickets will be in the hands of a committee during the week and only a limited number of invitations will be issued. Quarter-master Serge. Palmer has arranged tea for the corps.at Host Tasker's at 4.30 on Saturday prior to. their leaving for Wellington. Tbaction Engines.—ln addition to doing considerable damage to roads wherever they go, the traction engine traffic in the borough is becoming an unmitigated nuisance. This morning engine with two trucks attached, was brought to a standstill in Rangitikeistreet while sacks of produce were unloaded and carried into an auction mart. With the exception of a space left directly in front of the engine, traffic into King-street was blocked during unloading operations, while the number of shying horses that passed in a short space of time contributed a record. ._ Litigation.—At the S.M. Court this morning the defended case of H. G. Moore v. A. Wilcox, claim £2 7s 6d, legal costs in connection with a transfer of land and loan arranged, was heard. Evidence was given by the plaintiff and his clerk, and the work being done. Defendant in his evidence stating the loan had not been arranged satisfactorily or ; according to his requirements, and he had in consequence refused to sign the legal document prepared. Judgment was given for the plaintiff with costs £115s, amount to be paid in instalments of £1 per month. Spohts' Committee.— A meeting of the Friendly Societies' Committee was held last evening. Present—Bros. Palmer (chairman), Buchan, Canton, ! Mitchell, Griggs and Watson. A state-! ment of receipts and expenditure was ! submitted to the meeting, and the members of the committee present subscribed sufficient to liquidate the deficiency, and allow a surplus of a few shillings over the recent sports' gathering. The protest from the Alhambra Club was considered, and the Committee recommended to the Manawatu Hockey Association that the final match be replayed with teams as entered, or failing the original team, that substitutes be allowed to the satisfaction of both sides. It was decided to hold the Art Union at Mr Palmer's rooms on Monday, June 24th, at 8 p.m. Tickets may be! obtained up to time of drawing. The ten pictures are on view at Mr Palmer's ! auction rooms. Votes of thanks were passed to Bey. C. C. Harper and Messrs C.H. Warden, C. Rush, C. Louisson and all who had assisted in connection with the gathering, also to Mr W. Park, and Messrs W. and E. Dawick.

P.N. Kifles.—The Palmerston North Kiiles paraded 50 strong under Captain Mounsey in the Drill Hall la*t evening for Government inspection. The men were exercised in company evolutions by Lieutenant Jack and the non-commis-sioned officers and a good night's work was put in. Marksmen's badges were presented to last year's successful competitors.—The second competition for the Championship Belt, which was to have been fired last Wednesday, at 600 yards, will take place to-morrow.—The Company will entrain for Wellington on Saturday at 5.30 p.m., in marching order. All baggage is to be left at the Fire Brigade Station not later than 2.30, and the "fall-in " will be sounded at 4.30.

Sheepy. —An unusual incident occurred on a train running in this county a day Or two ago (says the Ashburton Guardian). A stalwart blacksmith was working at his forge at a small station when a whistle sounded and a train pulled up at the station. The blacksmith threw down his tools and rushed out just in time to spring upon a truck, when he forthwith began to bleet in the most approved sheep fashion, . Upon arriving at the next station he was asked what he was doing there, when he startled those present by replying: " I'm a fat sheep going to the Addington yards." He wasj forwarded to Christchurch for medical treatment.

Newest .Books, (including " Old Marlborough" by T. Lmdsay Buick), Magazines, Fancy Goods, Electroplate. Silver Goods, China and Glassware, Leather Goods, Footballs, etc. Park's Stationery and Fancy Goods Warehouse, —Advt. Beautiful Millinery (French pattern Hats and Bonnets), Felt Straw Hats, trimmed and untrimmed. Flowers, Feathers, Ribbons, Laces, and all trimming requisites at C. Smith's, Cubastreet. Wellington. There is also now to be given a special cash discount of 1/- in the £ off all cash purchases of 20/-' as an extra inducement to Cash Buyers to visit this establishment.—Advt. Paekeb's Hair Tonic will work woiiders with "that bald scot." Tltis also a certain cure for Dandruff and Palling hair. On sale by Mr Whiteford, Chemist, and Messrs D. D. Hyde & Co., Hairdressers, Palmerston North Price 2s 6d. To the ladies in search of high class foot wear, S. Thacker, Practical Boot and Shoe Provider, has pleasure in announcing that he has just opened up a i fine shipment of C. and J. Clark's celeI brated high class evening and ball-room shoes. These goods for style, quality, and finish, are without doubt the finest ever shown in Palmerston North and district. Ladies a^e specially invited to inspect without being pressed to purchase, as we feel sure they will command a ready sale.—S. Thacker, Practical Boot and Shoe Provider, The Square —Advt. ' We have to report a big purchase of ladies' fawn and tan sack-back and tennis sack jackets—in all lengths as now worn—at job prices, and including some .very choice goods, all of which are now being disposed of at bargain prices at The Bon Marche; prices range from 12s 6d to 50s, worth seeing about. C M. Boss & Co.—Advt. iurcnasers or ooots ana shoes save several shillings in the pound by buying the G brand of E. Hannah and Co., the Square. These goods cannot be bought elsewhere a competition sale is now on. —Advt. - !'