MAUNU.

Northern Advocate, 20 April 1915, Page 2

MAUNU.

There are general, expressions of regret throughout the district, that awing to having sold their farm, we Yire shortly to lose Mr.and, Mrs Chadwin as reJßidents. The •undesirable loss is somewhat palliated by the possibility of seeing, them frequently, as it is their present intention, to reside in their town residence, off Second avenue, Whatagarei., Mr and Mrs Chadwin are of the gogd old order nor always to be met with in these modern days. With. their quiet, unpretentious solidity, genial spirits, and ever ready neighbourly help to all alike, they are most : deservedly popular, and a real acquisition to any district, in which they may reside.

Since the breaking-up of the long drought there is a marked change in all surroundings and vigorous operations have been in progress With large sowings' of grass and other seeds, which are coming away wonderfully well. On Mr W. Beaumont's welltilled farm there is to he sesn a particularly promising patch'of young lucerne which has made remarkable growth and bids fair to be well established. There is also , a fine patch of swedes which have made a magically strong and even growth. RURAL LETTER BOXES. The rural letter box system, with its thrice-weekly delivery, is proving itself a great convenience to those living along the main road. It is #lso having the effect of making the less fortunate residents down the by-roads feel desirous of receiving similar consideration from the Postal Department, and a petition for a like privilege is being circulated for signatures from Otaika valley. To any reasonable mind it is only natural ;for all to desire to be within a fair radius of postal communication. Owing, however, to the bad condition of the by-roads and scattered distance of settlers living at the lower end, the delivery system does not seem possible, and the best way to equalise matters would be the establishment of a good post office in the centre of the district, which would well supply the wants of all. With the many advantages, growing residential importance, aad largely increasing population of this very extensive and popular district, it has caused many from" far and near to wonder why it should be minus so great an essential as an up-to-date post office, which is usually to be found even in the most remote back blocks. It is hoped the nea,r future may see the want supplied arid possibly- the letter-boxes retained with a daily delivery. As in all country districts it is necessary for all who desire its steady progress and advancement to work together in unity and to do all things with a broad desire for the general welfare of the district.