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Manawatu Times, Volume XXVI, Issue 7304, 30 September 1901, Page 2

The remains of the late Mr C. Walker were privately interred yesterday morning shortly after 9 o'clock. A'servics was first held at All Saints' Church, the Rev. C. C. Harper officiating, the choir who were present singing the hymn " They whose course on earth is o'er." The deceased gentleman, during his residence in Palmerston, was a staunch supporter of the church, and up to the date of his last illness was a constant attendant at divine service.

Sixty-four dredging companies hive gone into liquidation in Dunedin. Tha amount of capital involved is £515,400. This, however, does not represent the losses; in very few of the companies was tho gross capital paid up. Deducting assets from the actual capital paid up the loss amounts to something like £150,000. It is possible that another sixty odd companies will pass out during the next few months. The balance-sheet of the South British Insurance Company for the year ended August 81st shows a credit balance itf the working account of £33,373 10s sd. After adding £5000 to the ra-insurance fund £20,000 is added to the reserve fund, and thß direc'ors recommend ibe payment of a dividend for the second half year a1; the rate cf 2s 6d per share. The proposed poster ball on the 9ch October is certain to be a big success. The committee are now aware of over forty poster costumes that will be worn on the occasion, besides fancy and evening dre3se?. Applicarions for tickets should be mada to the secretary or members of the committee. The box plan of the re33rved seats in tho gallery will shortly be available. Applications for seats are already being made. Mr E. B. Pcarce, of Pearce's "Wellington Land Mart, reports that he is making arrangements to hold periodical auciion sales in the spacious buildings at tho rear of his present offices. Clients entrusting him with propeit:es to sell, town or country, may rely upon having their interests fully attended to. His motto is "No sale, no commission." He also reports having disposed of that 150 acres, Maharahara.

A good deal has been heard lately (says tlic Wellington correspondent of the H. 13. Herald) about the present political situation. There is no doubt at all that the o!d Opposiiion, as a party has ceased to exist, but there is still a strong anti-Scddon party, which is boucd to make itself felt at the coming election, and which is certain to be augmented by many discontented members of the party, who, up to the present, have supported the Liberal Government. It is not betraying any secrets to say that Mr Seddon's actual supporters in the present House arc just now in a bad minority, and nobody knows this better than the Premier himself.

Mr Park, of the Book depot, has received an advance copy of tho presentation picture to tho Christmas number ofthoN.Z. 3raphic, which is entitled "A Settlers Home," North Island. The picture is a very pretty representation of mountain scenes, nikau palms, large tree ferns, native clematis, and rata trees in blossom, amidst which is the settler's home, while away in the distance rises Mount Egmont. Mr Park is now booking orders for this popular publication, which should have a very large sale, —Advt.

The Bank of New South Wales ia about to establish a branch in Palmerston, and the necessary premises have been secured in Rangitikei street, next Messrs Johnson and Sim's offices. This fact affords a pleasing indication of the sound progress the town is making, and the citizens are to be congratulated on the fact that four of the leading banks are to be represented here in the future. Mrs Stevens, mother of Mr J. Stevens, M.H.R., is seriously ill, and not expected to recover. Mr H. G. Moore will attend the Supterne Court at Wanganui to appear in two cases. Mr C. B. Jamieson has been appointed sole new business agent for the National Mutual Life Association in this district. The Waterworks Committee of the Borough Council meet this afternoon when a report with regard to the proposed drainage scheme will in all probability be drawn up. The Feilding hockey club has adopted a rule fixing the annual subscription at £1 Is, with an entrance fee of £5 5s to be paid by new members. The Monoline type-setting machine is rapidly coming into favour with New Zealand master printers. These machines will allow a great deal of labour to be dispensed with. Mr Napier has given notice to ask the Government if it would introduce legislation this session to provide that New Zealand should be designated a State instead of a colony. 1 The entries for the Hawke's Bay show this year are an increase of 134 on the figures of last year. The increases are in sheep (90), cattle (33), poultry (31) .and sundries (22). Horses, pigs and dairy produce show decreases. Mr Matravers, Clerk of the Courc, and Mr J. Manning, Court Official, proceeded to Wanganui this morning to give evidence in the Supreme Court in a bankruptcy case. The ratepayers' lists of the Manawatu Land Drainage, the Aorangi Land Drainage and the Sluggish River Drsinage Boards were signed at the Court tos day by Mr Greenfield, S.M., there being no objections raised. The statue of the late Queen ordered for Christchureh is expected to arrive in December. The estimated cost is about £1700. The Dunedin Committee has accepted a design in marble at a cost of £2400, subject to tho plaster model meeting with approval.

All who are tond ot growing nice flowers and vegetables, and who do not wish to be disappointed, should be sure and obtain good reliable seeds, which will grow and give satisfaction. The old established firm of Coopers sell only now and reliablo seeds. Mr Grove, of the cash store, has a full stack of all kinds at popular prices— Adyt,

The services of a rifle corps at Bunny thorpe have been accepted.

Messrs Watson and Eyre's tender has been accepted for fche printing required by tho JVlanawatu Racing Club.

Mr Sedilon, while in Otald on Saturday afternoon, performed the ceremony of hoisting tho flag at the State school in that township. It is understood that Mr Carncross, member for Taieri, has purchased the Eltham Argus, and will take up his residence in Taranaki at the close of the session. The self denial appeal was launched yesterday afternoon at the Salvation Army barracks. Some 70 collecting cards were distributed to those present. The corps taigct i 3 £10-1 for this year. Members of the Operatic Society are reminded that there will be a full practice of the " Makado " at the Orient hall at 7.30 to~night.

The present session of the Literary and Debating Society is drawing to a close. To-morrow evening at the Fire Brigade Hall the Society will have a musical and literary evening. The pro* gramme includes a'number'of first class items. The Westinghouse brake is now occasionally used on the-Palmerston* Wanganui section of tho railway. The local staff received instruction in the use of the brake by means of classes held iv the railway sheds. There was a large attendance yesterday ai the funeral of the late William Riley, a former resident of Pahnerston. The burial service was conducted by Rev. Father Tymons. Deceased was well.known in Palmerston while carrying on business as a blacksmith, and •many floral tokens of sympathy were laid on the coffin. The carpenters are snow busy on the show ground erecting a largo shed -as accommodation at the forthcoming show for oil engines and portable machinery. The covered space thus provided will be 100 feet by 16 feet. Alterations are also being made in order to give greater accommodation for tea room', an improvement that wilt be greatly appre> dated by lady visitors to the show. The specializes offered to the pupil of the College street School by Mr F, A, Thompson, surveyor, for the best maps of India and Australia, together with the highest marks for a written examination on the general geography of these countries, have been awarded to Basil Pratt, Thorwald Andrews and Claude Oakley. The books presented are "In Darkest Africa," "Captain Cook's Voyages" and the Century Atlas. When Mr Thompson presented the prizes three cheers were given for the donor and the winners, When it was remarked that this was Lord Eoberts' 69th birthday a ringing cheer was given for the renowned cornniander«in~chief. Grand exposition of latest novelties in Suring and Summer millinery, dress goods and blousings now on at the Bon Marche, Palmerston North.—Advt. A MATTER OF MOMENT TO MANY—It cannot fail to interest most of our readers, particularly tho3e who are about to furnish or refurnish or contemplate matrimony, that new linoleums and carpets, etc. are being offered this week at the U.F.C. A. at practically sale prices. The stock is without question the largest out of Wellington and specially well selected, the new shipment consisting of about 70 pieces of the newest designs. In onr opinion this is too good a thing to miss, and no doubt, it will be taken full advantage of by those who wish to make 20s take the place of 30s.—Advt.

A genuine Bargain sale is always sure to attract the attention of Buyers. Such is the case at S. Thacker's (ienuine Sale of boots and shoes. As we are heavily overstocked the sale will continue through the present month, when some very special Bargains will be offered to effect a clearance of our stock. Thacker, Boot and Shoe provider, the Square. —Advtl