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Manawatu Standard, Volume XLI, Issue 8536, 17 March 1908, Page 4

On page 2: Country correspondence. On page 3: Football, description of the New Zealand honoy exhibit for tha Franco-British Exhibition. On page 6 : Report of Supreme Court sessions and inquest. On page 7: Cables, telegrams. The lad Walters, who mot with a cjcling fatality at Sandon on Sunday evening, was the eldest son of Mr E. tt. Walters, headmaster of tho Sandon publie school. The Shannon bridge which, on the original specifications, presented difficulties to river navigation on account of insufficiency of height, has been raised 15 inches in accordance with tho Marino Department requirements. Thanks to the- recent rain, tho grass on the farms about Ekctahunu is growing well, and farmers are of opinion that, provided there arc no fiosts for about three weeks, there will bo a very fair supply of winter food According to tho Evening Post, one of tho moat temperate members of the Wellington Trades and Labour Council volunteered tho following opinion oa the industrial situation: —"If tho workers feel that they cannot get, satisfaction from the- Arbitration Court, they will adopt other means —I am sure of that. We have reached a crisis in the labour world." One of the largest lines of lambs from one farmer sent to the Fairlield Freezing Works since its establishment was slaughtered there recently for Mr J. C. N. Grigg. of Longbeach. The line comprised 3862 lambs, which were in exceptionally good condition, showing that the swampy land on which they were fattened has been weli suited oy the season. As an instance of wild or faulty tendering it might be mentioned that the Horowhenua County Council invited tendors for tho Mangaone-Rikiorangi road construction, the responses varied from £1166 to £1800. These tenders were considered too high, and fresh tenders were called, which subsequently disclosed that the highest tenderer had climbed down £200, and the contract was ultimately let at £775. Tho quarterly meeting of the Reefaabite Lodge was held in the Orange Hall last evening. There was a fair attendance. Bro. F. H. Outram, C.R.. occupied the chair. Bro. Outram was elected to fill the position as delegate on the F.S. Council caused vacant by the retirement of Bro. Munro. It was decided not to join in with- the other local lodges in a euchre tournament during the winter evenings, but that debates, socials, lectures, etc., be held the same as last winter, and a committee was formed to draw up a syllabus. One new candidate was initiated. After the quarterly accounts wore passed for payment the meeting closed. During hia evidence at an inquest at the Auckland hospital, the district health officer (Dr. J. S. Purdy) pointed out that where a midwife took the responsibility of calling in a doctor she was rendered liable for his fees He also thought that more opportunities should be provided for registered mid wives and others who have not had the benefit, of hospital training to acquire further knowledge on Jhe subject.' Tho jury, in returning thoir verdict, attached a rider requesting the coroner to draw- the attention of tho Minister for Hospitals to the necessity for the instruction of registered women and others who have not acquired training at a hospital to obtain knowledge on the subject of midwifery: to so alter tho regulations that they shall read that all registered midwives "must ,, send for a doctor in certain instances, and that provision be made for the payment of a regular fee in the event of the relatives not making such payment within one month of the medical practitioner's attendance. Diaries, leather guoG3 for presentations, newest books, Bibles, prayer and hymns, prize and presentation booke, terini3, cricket, and croquet material, fancy goode, basketware. strong wooden toys, etc Wm. Park's Warehouse.— Advt. A Special Purchase of British Enamelled Ware, Stewpans, Pie Dishes, etc. The best goods made. Not to be had elsewhere. See prices at Barry's, Cheapside.—Advt.

Tho Catholic bazaar,, opened at Slumnon on Saturday night by Mr J. R. Stansell, J.* , ., i» proving a great success, about £40... being taken tho lust night. The Wellington correspondent of tit... Hawkc's iiay Herald telegraphs that tin; estate of tho iatc Archdeacon S. Williams, of liawke's Bay, has been provv.l lor stamp duty at £420,566. For the supply of 30,000 gallons of castor oa for ttio New Zealand Railways the tender of tho Rational Mortgage ana Agency Company of New Zealand, Ltd., Duncdin, has been accepted at is* 5 11-16 d. Tho whole of the delegates of tin: Rpilwav Employees' Conference (whicu has been situng m Wellington) visited the Svdnoy Street Cemetery, and placed a beautiful wreath on tho grave ot the late Mr beddon. A feature of the recent Tcntcrfield (NSW) show was the abolition of tin; official opening and of speech-making at; the official luncheon. The departure was regarded as a great improvement. Hitherto .much valuable time was lost in speech-making. During the past few days the increase in the number of sheep travelling has been very noticeable. Prior, to tin? break-up of the drought there was scarcely a sheep to be seen oil t hetrains; now they are passing north and south, through Palmcrston, by the truckload. At the Police Court this morning, before Messrs L. Simmons and C, h\ Carter, J's.P-, a first offender for drunkenness, was fined sa, in default, the usual alternative. John Launders was charged with using indecent language in a public place. He was fined 40s "in default one month's imprisonment. A week was allowed in which to pay the fine. Court Manawatu, A.0.F., held its fortnightly meeting last night, when Bro. Boattie, C.R., presided. The business transacted was of a general character. It was decided to visit Court Loyal, Feilding, to-morrow evening. A drag will leave Woodfield's stables at 6.15 p.m. and will pass St. Peter's Church, Terrace End, at 6.30 p.m. Mr L. Seifert's flaxmill at Rangitane narrowly escaped destriction by fire on Thursday afternoon. It appears that a fire started (cause unknown) in the tow hole, which quickly spread to the top of tho scutcher. A kerosene-tin brigade fought strenuously for three-quarters of an hour before the fire was got, under. The damage done was very slight. Mr J. T. M. Hornsby, M.P., has made the following statement regarding tho editorship of the Railway Review: — "My engagement ceases on the 31st inst., and I declined to tender for the oditonal work, though pressed to do so by a number of the conference delegates. There was, therefore, no question of anyone being appointed in my stead. Tendering for an editorial position is quite a new thing in journalism; so new, indeed, that I could not see my way to countenancing it." Whilst two dtays were proceeding along Scandia Street yesterday morning, a youth named Albert Hay, about 15 or '16 years of age, jumped on to the last dray. The horse was startled and pulled back, throwing Hay upon the road. He sustained concussion of the brain, and was rendered unconscious for the rest of the day. Dr. Putnam attended the injured lad, and on enquiries being made this morning it was found that he was progressing satisfactorily. The Hokitika Times says:—Duringthe Hearing of a chargo of theft of a watch and chain, in which Mr Guinness was defending the accused, his Honor Mr Justice- Donniston made several severe comments on counsel's conduct of the defence. In the cross-examination of Constable Thompson, of O.tira, his Honor thought. Mr Guinness was unduly harsh with the witness, and he pulled him up I sharply several times. His Honor spokevery scathingly to tho prisoner, and characterised hia story as a most impudent defence, backed up by barefaced perjury. I Some amusement was caused at a fire at Petone bjy the appearance of a, neighbouring Cninaman carefully guarding his effects, which he had removed outside the danger zone. John had planted a lighted candle on one oi his boxes, and was solemnly sitting on'another box. But he didn't remain in that attitude long. A " manoeuvre" on the part o£ the brigade necessitated a branchman suddenly reversing his position, and before John could realise the seriousness of his own position he was completely deluged, and he retreated in a crestfallen "mood to the privacy of his temporarilydeserted fruit shop. A meeting of employers was held last evening in connection with the general labourers- dispute, Mr Clausen, president of the Association, in the chair. After discussion it was decided to confirm the resolution passed by tho conference of local bodies held at Marton yesterday, namely not to discuss tho matter before the Conciliation Board, but to take it to the Arbitration Court. Mr Pryor will conduct the case for the employers in the Arbitration Court. The term general labourer has a very wicle scqjpc. It is quite possible that a casual gardener, in fact all labour outside of the trades and manufacturing concerns, may be deemed to come under this heading. Very few employers in any branch of trade or industry are likely to escape being brought under the conditions of this award, as the majority of them employ some hands who are not classified under the awards now in operation. It is considered fully 70 per cent, of employers will be affected by the dispute. At the last,7meeting of tho Palmerskm North Band the balanco-shcet of the garden fete held in Mr M. Cohen's grounds wa.s presented. It revealed that the receipts were £65 10s Id, and the expenditure £7 14s Id, a result that was considered very satisfactory. It was resolved to hold a floral fete in December next, in tho Show Ground, if available. The following motion of thanks was passed:--" We wish to tender our sincere thanks to Mr and Mrs Cohen for rhoii" very valuable assistance and kindness in granting the use of their grounds for the purpose of holding tho garden party. if. must also be a source of gratification to all those ladies and gentlemen who so ably assisted at the above to know that financially it was a huge success, and we feel we cannot find words. to express our gratitude to those who so kindly assisted, particularly tho ladies who took charge of the various stalls. Iti convoying our thanks we also specially wish to mention Mrs Hall, Mr Warden and his pupils, tho Misses Botfc and Tatton, and Messrs Russell and Hockley, and also the string band; particularly do wo wish to convey our thanks and appreciation to the P.N. Gas Co., Ltd.. for lighting up the grounds so admirably, and for their valuable donation in doing it. gratis; also .the ladies and gentlemen who so kindly donated fruit and refreshments; Mr Bonnctt for the use- of his piano. Messrs 'Palmer and Co. for the valuable assistance in sending the committee tho necessary tables, chairs, crockery, etc.. Mr Jack and Mrs Essp:c for. the use of the Chinese lanterns, also th» : officers and members of the local volunteer corps and the officers and members of the Fire Police." Our Autumn and Winter Jackets and Costumes are the admiration of all visitors. Our Millinery is superb and needs only to be seen to be appreciated. Prices moderate everywhere at the Bon Marcho. C. M. Ross and Co.—Advt. "Diabolo."—Thia new and fascinating game is just opened up at Wm. Park's. Prices Iβ 6d to 12s.—Advt. New puiting3 just arrived. Sac suits, hand-made, £4 15s to £5 10s, at Usmar's, the leading tailor. Main Street West.— Advt. Are you leaving the district and wish your goods disposed of? We can secure you the best possible results, and we guarantee capable selling am' prompt account sales. —The Manawatv Auctioneering Company, Cuba Sticp* --Advt.

Uuptain Edwin wired to-day :—Westerly strong vviuds to gale; indications rain; glass fall, but. rise after 16 hours. Tho cost, of tho proposed deviation of the. road to the Shannon ferry, the engineer to tho llorowhenua County Council estimates at £599 10s. The saving in distance would be 17* chains. Mr 11. Woodfiold's well-known trotting sire. Ilobt. W., broke his leg at Bainesse a low days ago while running in a paddock in which he had been turned for u few hours. The horse has been placed in slings, and every effort is being made to save him by Mr Owen, veterinary surgeon. The accident, is «loublv unfortunate in that on the day it ■ occurred Mr Woodiield had sold the hor.se for £160. At. a meeting of the Pohangj.na DeiV:ieo Club on Saturday night, Mr Fitzsiiumons was elected captain, and Mr Stevens vicccaptaiu for the ensuing year. Mr A. McDonald succeeds Mr J. Coylc as secretary and treasurer. A lieartv vote of thanks was accorded the retiring captain. Mr H. W. Olliver. and Mr Coyle. for their past services, and it was also decided to record in the lninutcs the appreciation of members ot the work done by Messrs Olliver and Coylc in tho formation of the club. It was decided by Cabinet on Saturday that the employees'of the Wellington am) Manawatu Railway Company be allowed lo join the Railways Superannuation Fund under tho conditions provided for by the Act of last session. Government has" also proposed to tho Mana-watu Railway Company that, it proceed to aibitra--tioii at once, with a view to tho line beiiv taken over at the earliest possible -date? So far ; ::o reply has been re- \ meeting o- the Teachers' Institute held in the supper room. Opera Mouse, on Saturday. There was a fair attendance. A commit!ee was set up Iα consider the best means ot increasing the membership. This was done in"response to a circular from the president of the N.Z.E.1., who thought that te-u-her* who were, non-members were only waiting to be asked—pleasantly, persuasively and persistently—to join. Mr Kspincr. delegate to the conference at Auskland. gave an interesting report of iis proceedings. A most instructive uthl thoughtful paper was then road by Mr Low. "The Place of Handwork m 'the Public Schools." An endeavour is to be made to have it published in the Journal of Education.