NORTH OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22830, 14 March 1936, Page 20

NORTH OTAGO

ACTIVITIES OF THE DISTRICT

(FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT.)

A. AND P. ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING The monthly meeting of the North Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Association was held yesterday afternoon. The president (Mr P. W. Borrie) occupied the chair. Accounts amounting to £22 17s Id were passed for payment. The New Zealand Meat Producers' Board wrote congratulating the association on the manner in which it had conducted the district lamb competition. Although there were many who did not receive places in the competition, they must remember that they were helping the Dominion to improve the quality of its lambs.—Received. The Federation of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union advised that it hoped to hold a combined competition display at the annual show, and asked that added space to that allotted last year be granted. It also requested that the display be placed in the middle of the rear-building, so that the public could obtain a better view of the exhibits.—lt was decided to grant all available space that the association might have at its disposal. Notifications of the dates of various ram fairs and shows were received from the following:—Waimate, ram fair. March 24; Timani, ram fair, March 27; annual show. October 30 and 31: Ashburton, ram fair, March 18: show, November 5; Otago, ram fair, March 2G; winter show, June 19 to 25 (inclusive); Manawatu, winter show, June 17 to 23 (inclusive) . The president (Mr P. W. Borrie). vicepresident (Mr C. Don) and the secretary (Mr A. W. Woodward) were appointed to go into the matter whether the annual show should be held on Friday and Saturday this year. Mr John Irving wrote stating that he was prepared to put 100 first-quality stud Southdowri rams in the annual fair, provided., of course, the non-breeders' sheep were sold at the same time as the breeders 'in their respective classes. He was desirous of knowing whether the Oamaru ram fair would continue to stand aloof .from all other ram fairs in New Zealand, with regard to the position of breeders' and non-breeders' rams being sold separately. Mr Irving pointed out to the committee that the entry of 100 rams would represent the 6iim of £lO in yard dues. The secretary reported that at the Canterbury, Ashburton, Dunedhi, and Timaru ram fairs no difference was made between dealers' and breeders' rams.

Mr T. S. Little considered that the same conditions as last year should prevail for this year's annual ram fair. Mr Doig said he could see no harm in making an alteration in the order of the sale. Those who went to the fair to buy went with the idea of purchasing a certain breed, so it would not affect the breeders if the non-breeders' sheep were sold after each respective class. Mr IL J. Andrew said the .suggestion was quite reasonable, especially in view of the fact that other associations adopted it. However, there was not the same number of stock at the local fair as in some parts, and the mixing of the sale of breeders' and non-breeders stock might have a greater, effect and might not be in the interests of the breeders. The purebred breeders meant a lot to the country, said Mr Andrew, and it would be a great pity if the standard of stock were lowered. However, he was quite in favour of the suggestion. It was decided that breeders' sheep be sold after the breeders, in each respective class, and that arrangements be made for the inspection of all rams. 11l connection with the proposal for bays from the various associations at the annual Winter Show in Dunedin, the Otago Society advised that it would offer a trophy for competition and would pay freight charges on all exhibits. The secreary (Mr A. W. Woodward) reported that the expense of staging an exhibit in Dunedin had at first proved a drawback, but now that the Otago Society was prepared to pay the freight charges it put a different light on the matter. The president and secretary were appointed to confer with the Farmers' Union regarding the matter. The Otago Provincial Executive of the Farmers' Union wrote stating that it proposed inaugurating farm competitions in Otago, with a view to raising the standard of farming generally. A committee had been set up to organise farm competitions. Mr Malcolm, representing the local branch of the Farmers' Union, then waited on the meeting, and outlined various proposals in connection with the competitions, and spoke of the benefits which would be derived from such. Mr E. S. Brewster spoke in support of the scheme, and on his motion a subcommittee, comprising the president, secretary, Messrs Cowan and Brewster, was appointed to meet the Farmers' Union and draw up a schedule to be submitted to the next meeting of the association. The secretary reported that regarding the special appeal for improvements to the Show Grounds approximately £3O in cash and stock had been raised. He stated that £IBOO had been raised in Marlborough for a similar purpose. In order to obtain a better response, the president, the secretary and Messrs D. Cant, W. Simpson and W. Doig were appointed to organise some special scheme. In view of his approaching marriage the vice-president received best wishes from the president and members. THE KING'S DEATH At the monthly meeting of the North Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Association yesterday, the president (Mr P. W. Borrie) referred to the loss the Empire had suffered through the death of King George V, and a tribute to his memory was paid in the usual manner. Mr Borrie also spoke of the interest his Majesty had taken in farming, and alluded to his success as a stock breeder. PERSONAL At the North Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Association's meeting yesterday motions of sympathy were passed with the relatives of two old members—Messrs W. M'Millan and J. Ballantyne—who had passed away since last meeting. The motions were passed in the usual manner. Mr and Mrs S. L. Hall, of Orwell s-treet, Oamaru. have left for Christchurch, where Mr Hall has purchased a pharmaceutical business belonging to Mr Haberfield.

Miramar Hotel—Mr P. Moore (Wellington) ; Mr T. J. O'Connor (Messrs J. C. Williamson* Company): Mr L. Duthie (Christchureh): Mr A. P. Turfon (Dunedin): Mi M. Thurston (Middlomareh): Mr F. Malum flialclutha) : .Miss J. Mason -(Kaitantinta). Queens Hotel.- -Mr 1,. W. Green (Wellington); Miss Margot Turton, Miss Sowden Miss Aldridge. Mr N. Snchdiner, Mr K. Willis. Mr R. Mahno (Chrisf.hureh): Mr J. W. Preen (Timaru): Mr D. X. Aitkcn (Duntroon); Miss E. O'Conncll, Miss O. "Reed. Miss R. Miller. Mr J. Bradley. Mr W. Rlowlv, Mi' R. Watson, Mr N. C. Kensington, Mr J. Moo (Dunedin) : Mr E. Cameron, Mr If. Cameron (Omarama) : Mrs T. A. Mimro CKurow). New Club Hotel. Mr A. de Beer (Dunedin): Miss A. Burden. Mr O. B. Meredith ("Tnvercargill) : Mr V. Murray. .Mrs Lorkwood. Miss Lockwood, Miss L. Miller, Mr .T Mathnson. Miss Lester. Miss O'Leary. Miss I. M'Donald (Messrs J. O. Williamson Companv) : Mr A. J. Murphy. Mr F. B. Watson (Auckland): Miss A. Healv (Wellington).

TOTARA SCHOOL PICNIC OUTING AT KURIHEKA ; The annual picnic of the Totat'a School was held at Kuriheka on Wednesday. A very enjoyable time was spent in the beautiful surroundings of the homestead. An early tea was dispensed, so that the picnickers could visit the many points of interest, and this was availed of by all. Before departing, the chairman of the School Committee (Mr R. A. Needs) called for three cheers for Colonel Nichols for his kind permission to hold the picnic on his property, and these were heartily given. A big sports programme was put through, giving the handicappers and announcer a busy time. The following are the results: — Tiny tots, girls.—N. Dawson 1, M. Stevens 2, N. Hill 3. Boys, five and six years.—J. Carrig 1, Jim Smith 2, J. Robins 3. Girls, seven and eight years.—D. Wilson 1, M. Mather 2, J. Reid 3. Boys, seven and eight years.—Jack Smith 1, C. Erdman 2, J. Robb 3. Girls, nine and 10 years.—B. Smith 1, J. Erdman 2, J. Robb 3 Boys, nine and 10 years.—K. Greaney 1, R. Hill 2, S. Needs 3. Girls, 11 and 12 years.—L. Smith 1, J. Hoad 2, 13. Mather 3. Boys, 11 and 12 years.—L. Simpson 1, M. Sinclair 2, Douglas Smith 3. Girls, 13 and 14 years.—P. Clark 1, E. Hoad 2,'M. Sinclair and E. Shenvin (equal) 3. Boys, 13 and 14 years.—J. Johnston 1, S. Ewing 2, W. Carrig 3. , Three-legged Race, girls nine and under. —J. Beid and M. Mather 1, M. Gibson and S. Robins 2, N. Carrig and A. Dunne 3. Three-legged Race, girls 14 years and under. —D. Greaney and E. Mather I, B. Burgess and J. Hoad 2, A. Erdman and J. Erdman 3. Three-legged Race, boys nine years and under.—V. Greaney and D. Dunne 1, K. Greaney and R. Sinclair 2, D. Dawson and R. Hill 3. , Three-legged Race, boys 14 years and under.—J. Shenvin and M. Sinclair 1, L. Simpson and M. Greaney 2, Douglas Smith and W. Dunne 3. Sack Race, girls nine years and under. —R. Smith 1, J. Reid 2, D. Erdman 3. Sack Race, girls 14 years and under L. Smith 1. D. Shenvin 2. J. Hoad 3. Sack Race, bovs nine years and under.— Jack Smith 1, V. Greaney 2, S. Needs 3. Sack Race, boys 14 years and under.--0. Dunne 1, L. Hill 2. M. Greaney 3. Skipping Race, junior girls.—N. Carrig 1, A. Dunne 2, M. Greaney 3, Skipping Race, senior girls—D. Greaney 1, J. Erdman 2, B. Burgess 3. Walking, boys.—Douglas Smith and M. Greaney (equal) 1, L. Simpson 3. Pick-a-back, girls.—D. Shenvin and K. -Needs 1, E. Needs and N. Hill, A. Erdman and D. Sinclair, R. Smith and L. Reid (equal) 2. Pick-a-back, boys—Don Smith and K. Smith 1. Douglas Smith and V. Smith 2, M. Greaney and B. Greaney 3. Ecg and Spoon Race, pirls.—-First race: S Reid 1. H. Wilson 2, M. Mather 3. Second race: A. Dunne 1, D. Greaney 2, T Ewing 3. Third race: J. Erdman 1, J. Hoad 2. I. Smith 3. Fourth race: M. Ward 1, D. Shenvin 2, D. Mather 3. Egg and Spoon Race, boys—First race: R. Hill 1, R. Sinclair 2, D. Mather 3. Second race: L. Hill 1, M. Sinclair 2, K. Greanev 3. Third race: W. Carrig 1, S. Ewing 2, D. Smith 3 Matrimonial Race—R. Smith and R. Sinclair 1. D. Shenvin and D. Smith 2, J. Erdman and L. Erdman 3. 220 Yards, boys.—J. Johnston 1, Don Smith 2. W. Carrig 3. „„.,., Consolation Race, girls.—N. Sinclair 1, P. M'Donald 2. N. Martin 3. Consolation Race, boys.—A. Dunne 1, R. Conper 2. E. Needs and P. Stringer (equal) 3. Young Ladies' Race.—C. Davis 1. G. Shenvin 2. ,•,,,, Married Ladies' Race.-Mrs Robb 1, Mrs Erdman 2. ■ Obstacle Race, Girls— E. Hoad 1, L. Smith 2, D. Shenvin 3. Young Men's Race.—Don Smith 1. Hop, Step and Jump, boys—Douglas Smith 1, Don Smith 2. M. Greaney 3. CLEARING SALE HIGH PRICES REALISED A clearing sale of 6tock, implements, furniture, and sundries was conducted by the North Otago Farmers' Co-operative Association, in conjunction with Messrs Stringer and Co., at the property of Mr J. Cooper (Alma), who has disposed ot his farm. There was a large attendance of the public, and a feature of the sale was the exceptionally high prices ruling throughout the sale. The following are some of the prices:— Horses—One eight-year-old gelding £45, 1 £44, 1 aged gelding £24, 1 £2O 10s. Dairy Cows—From £3 15s to £4 Lis. Sheep—One hundred and fifteen fullmouthed ewes, 17s; 72 sound-mouthed ewes, 245; Southdown rams, sgns to s|gns. Pullets, up to 7s 3d. Implements.—Grain drill, £42; Cambridge roller, £l2; mower, £ls; binder, £lO 10s; line harrows, £8 10s; tripod harrows, £8; disc plough, £11; double-furrow plough, £9; dray and frame, £l2. All the furniture was disposed of at ruling rates. KINEMA ENTERTAINMENTS MAJESTIC THEATRE A great actress, Elisabeth Bergner, has her greatest role in " Escape Me Never," which shows to-night and Monday. "Escape Me-Never" offers the tiny star, last seen in "Catherine the Great," hi the role of Gemma Jones, the lovable little waif, found wandering about Venice with her new-born son and given shelter by Sebastian Sanger, a penniless young composer. She. haggles and steals that he may have bread, and eventually the self-centred young man develops a genuine affection for the strange little creature. However, in the romantic atmosphere of the Dolomites, Sebastian becomes infatuated with his brother Caryl's aristocratic sweetheart, Fenella. Gemma runs away and returns to London, whither he follows and marries her. He continues seeing Fenella, however, although he knows she has become engaged to Caryl. A stron? dramatic climax develops with the death of the infant, and the tender reconeiliv lion of Gemma and Sebastian. In addition to those already mentioned, prominent roles are played by Irene Vaiibrugh, Penelope Dudley-Ward, Lyn Harding, and Rosaline Fuller. Plans are at the Bristola until noon to-day, then at Hie theatre from 1.30. OPERA HOUSE A character endeared lo millions by Ihe Saturday Evening Post stories and (lie books of Gilbert K. Chesterton, assumes real flesh and blood, and conies to life on the screen in Parainount's "Father Brown. Detective," showing to-day and to-night, and also on Monday. A« acted by Walter Connolly, he is the same amiable, eccentric, and foxy old character who catches thieves with kind words and intelligence where the police of the world had failed with their modern detection methods. The story of " Father Brown, Detective." is built about the flying star diamonds in Father Brown's possession, and the efforts of Flambeau, notorious jewel thief, to get them. Paul Lucas. Gertrude Michael, and Una O'Connor nr* also in (he cast. Also at the matinee Tailsnin Tommy appears in "A Bolt from the Blue."

ST. PATRICK'S CONCERT MUSICAL TREAT PROMISED Arrangements are now- completed for staging the annual concert at the Opera House, commemorating St. Patrick's Day, which promises to be an outstanding musical treat. A first-class programme has been drawn up, consisting of varied and appropriate items, which are bound to appeal to every lover of the Shamrock and those who appreciate music, song and story at their best. As in previous years prominent visiting artists will take part. The appearance of Mrs A. Sullivan, a Melbourne contralto, who is at present visiting New Zealand, should create a gopd deal of interest in Tuesday's concert. The brilliant Dunedin yiolinist, Miss Julie Holmes, will play numbers, and lovers of this instrument should not miss the opportunity of hearing it played by a .master hand. A special feature will be the humorous side presented by Mr W. M'Kce, the popular comedian, of Dunedin. That portion of the programme to be given by local artists is an excellent representative one. The sopranos are Miss Winifred Slater, who on previous occasions has delighted large audiences with her attractive singing, and Miss Marjory Tweed, who is also the possessor of a very pleasing voice. Others are Mr John Spear, the well-known baritone; Master W. Slavin, boy soprano; and Messrs Pheloung Bros., in cornet solos and duets. The Otago Mounted Rifles Band will open the programme with an Irish selection, and on the dancing side will be featured a special toe dance by Miss Joan Miller, and Irish national dancing by her pupils. There will also be items by the local Catholic schools. It would be difficult to imagine a more representative programme than that to be presented on Tuesday night, and intending patrons will be well advised to book their seats at the Brietola as early as possible. Prior to the 'concert the Regimental Band will play in front of the Opera House, and buses will run to the South Hill and North •End after the entertainment.

COMMERCIAL

;; ;' OAMARU MARKETS All markets are particularly quiet, owing to the fact that harvest operations have been impossible in the country, due to weather conditions. If the fine weather continues stack threshing should commence next week. There is a better inquiry for seeds for sowing, as conditions are favourable for striking seeds. Oats.—This market is firm, with practically no oats offering from the country. There will be very few oats in North Otago for sale. It is anticipated that oats still to be threshed will be more or less in a damaged condition. There is an inquiry for all oats from the North Island, but'there is practically nothing to offer. , , Wheat.—Weather conditions have held up deliveries of wheat to the mills. It is difficult to estimate the amount of the damage to wheat until threshing recommences, as there has been practically no wheat threshed since the rain. Fowl wheat is short on the spot and this is being supplied from Canterbury wheat which is unfit for milling. Seeds—Outside of retail business, there is very little movement in seeds. Merchants" are fairly well stocked and are not prepared to follow the recent advance in prices. Cowgrass promises to be cheaper than last season. CHURCH SERVICES Harvest thanksgiving services will be held at Columba Presbyterian Church tomorrow, the preacher being the Rev. VV. Lawflon Marsh'. There will be special music at the services, the soloists being Mesdames Ovens and D. Grant, and a quartet will be rendered by Mesdames 1. M'Whirter and D. Grant and Messrs R..J. 1-linkley and J. Tonkin. A harvest thanksgiving market will be held on Wednesday afternoon, with a popular lecture by the Rev. Llewellyn Williams, of limarti, at night, his subject being ' Glimpses of American Life." The Rev. J. M. M'Kenzie will conduct both services at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church to-morrow. At 11 a.m. t the Girl Guides will parade, and.for Ins subject Mr M'Kenzie will take "Thinking Day. Miss Samson will render a solo. Ine preacher's subject "for evening worship will be "The Romance of Medical Missions." The Rev. H. T. Blair will take the service at Eveline at 6.30 p.m. The services in St. Luke's parish tomorrow will be conducted by the Ven. Archdeacon Russell and the Rev. J. N. Goodman. Holy communion will be celebrated by Archdeacon Russell at St. Luke's at 8 and 11. Evensong will be taken bv the Rev. J. N. Goodman at G.. 30, when the anthem "God be Merciful unto Us " will be sung, and Mr Burry will play Mendelssohn's " Funeral March. The Rev. J. N. Goodman will also officiate at Ncwborough at 11, and Archdeacon Russell at 6.30. The latter will also take the Totara service at 2.30. ilie harvest festival services will be held at St. Luke's, Newborough and Enhelu next Sunday, March 22, and the mothering service will be held that morning at St. Luke's. , ~ f The Rev. E. P. Blamires, presidentot the Methodist Conference, is visiting Oamaru. and will conduct the harvest thanksgiving services in the Wesley Church to-morrow. The junior choir will sing in the morning, and in the evening the choir will render two anthems;, ami songs will be rendered by the soloists. A rallv of past and present Bible class members will be held at 3.30 p.m., to be followed by tea. lhe Rev. J. J), Jack will preach at South Oamaru at 11 a.m. and Enfield at 7 p.m. LAWN TENNIS Teams for to-day:— Columba A v. Pukeuri, at Pukeuri.— Miller, Liddell, Eraser, Hendy, M'Whirter, Rusbatch. Misses Fraser, Anderson, Christie, Newson, MKenzie, Nicholson. , , , ~, , , Columba B v. Mcadowbank, at Columba. —Christie. Main, Church, Taylor Barsdell, M'Lennan, Misses Cameron, Burton, Paton, Mesdames Addison, Adair, NicnolS °Awamoa Senior A v. Awamoa Senior B at Awamoa—Walton, Johnston, Maude, J C. Main, Mrs Bradley, Misses Humphries. Nicolls. Donaldson. Awamoa Senior B.—Familton. Molhson J 11. Main. Henry, Mesdames Wylie, Holmes, Mollison, and Miss Sutton. Awamoa Juniors v. Wesey. at Wesley. —Barsdell, Armstrong. Rutherford, Woodward, Day. Boot Misses Williams, Ireland J. M'Donald, V Bee, Snowball, Calder: emergencies—H. Cameron, G. Reid. Misses Miller and Harvey. Oamaru Juniors v. Papakaio, at_Papa]<nio.—Anderson. Knowles. Irving, M'Mn«ter. Spooner. M'Leod, Misses Corn call. Cuthbertson, Ellis, Skene, litzgcrald, Cradock. . Pukeuri to rdav Columba A at 1 ukeuri. —I MTlierson, N. M'Gcttigan. J. Easton, M 'llickev. W. Restall. J. Mullcr, Mesdames Digram. Dumbleton. Dugdale, Hughes. Misses Paton. Dumbleton. REPRESENTATIVE TEAM.

The following team has been chosen to represent North Otago against Southland at Invereargill on March 22:—M'Dougall (Oamaru). Foal hers (Oamaru). M'Kinnon (Kurow). O'Mulley (Waimale). Johnston (Awamoa), M'Kenzie (Waimale). Miss Miller (Meadowbank). Mrs Bradley (Awamoa). Misses Slater (Mcadowbank' Donaldson (Awamoa), Romans (Oamaru), ■Mid Downing (Friendly Bay); emergencies, J. Walton (Awamoa) and Miss Nicolls' (Awamoa). Practices will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings of next week at (he Oamaru Club's courts at 5 p.m.

MANCHESTER UNITY At (lie fortnightly meeting of the Loyal Oamaru Lodge, Manchester Unity, N.G. Bro. Storey presided over a fair attendance of officer*. After the usual routine business was transacted, the annual report of the Otago district was read and fully discussed. It was intimated that the loth'c picnic would not now be held. The N.G. reported on the cricket match against the Juvenile Lodge. It was decided to send two delegates to the annual district meeting in IJuuedin, N.G. Bro. R. Storey and V.G. Bro. J. Mciklc being appointed to represent the lodge. It was decided that it, would be necessary to hold a ritual practice in preparation for the Efficiency Shield competition to be held in Dunedin on March 21.

HORTICULTURAL SHOWS CUPS AND TROPHIES The winners of the cups and trophies for the season in connection with the' North Otago Horticultural, Society's shows are as follows: _ Oamaru Mail trophy, G. S. Jones; Redcastle Cup, Mrs Maeaulay; North Otago. Horticultural Society's challenge . cup.. Jona Girls' Club; Mabel Sutton Memorial Cup, Mrs F. Jones; sweet pea cup, Miss M. Hill; Bi'ookfield vegetable cup, Mrs W. J. D. Milne; jubilee challenge cup, Mrs R. K. Ireland; jubilee cup for most points in pot plants, G. S. Jones; jubilee cup for most points in cut blooms, Miss M. Hill; jubilee cup for most points for dahlias, P. W. Hargreaves; jubilee cup for most points in gladioli, E. H. Taylor; jubilee cup for fruit and vegetables, W. J. D. Milne; Mr L. Patterson's special, Mrs J. G. M'Donald; Mr Toon's (Chnstohurch) specials, E. H. Taylor 1, W. Hart 2; Mrs W. H. Meek's special for gladioli, E. H. Taylor; Mrs W. H.Meeks special for decorative section, Mrs U. Thomson; Mrs W. H. Meek's special tor basket of flowers, Mrs D. Thomson; the late Mrs Douglas's special, Mrs L. Douglas; Mrs H. Orbell's special, Miss June Cradock; Mrs Darling's special, Mrs 1. Chalmers; Mrs R. S. Orbell's special, Miss L. Familton. Children's Section.—Jubilee Cup,, p. lee; Mrs Smith Morton's special (miniature garden), Janet Lauder and Beverley Smith (equal), Mr Lauder's special, D. Lee. WAITAKI SCHOOLS' SPORTS ASSOCIATION Great interest is being evinced in the initial venture of the newly-formed Waitaki Schools' Sports Association. lhe president (Mr B. Lynskey, Island Clill), and the secretary (Mr 11. S. Harrison, Duntroon) have already received sufficient intimation that the sports will nil a long-felt want. The school committees are giving every support, and Duntroon, Island Cliff, and Livingstone have already given liberal contributions towards the; initial outlay. Well-known residentsMessrs J. D. Rutherford, A. Gardiner, and W. M'Cone—have contributed generously, in cash. Mr G. Sutherland, Duntroon, has offered handsome trophies for most points in boys' and girls' events. _ The headmaster of the Kurow District High School has promised to arrange a drill display, and probably a display by his secondary school pupils. Great interest is being shown in all districts, and inquiries are already being made for buses to collect the parties for the sports. At a committee meeting the advisability ot extending the programme will be considered along with the many points which make or mar a successful gathering. « OVERSEAS MAILS Overseas maile close at the Chief Posf Office, Oamaru, as under:— Saturday, March 14—Australian States,; South Africa, and the East, via Sydney (per Strathnaver, from Wellington), by. north express at 2 p.m. Late-fee letters 220 p.m. Australian States, boutli' Africa, and the East, via Sydney (per; Niagara, from Auckland), by north express at 2 p.m. Late-fee leters 2.20 p.m. Sunday, March 15—Inaugural posting of correspondence for Blenheim, Nelson, and North Island (per air liner) at midnight. Extra fee Id P« ox. Australian states, letters only (per Niagara, from Auckland), by air liner at midnight. Extra fee Id per ounce. Monday. March 16.—Rarotonga, Tahiti, United' 'States .of America, Canada, Mexico, Eastern States of South America, Great Britain, Ireland, and Continent ol Europe, also air mail correspondence tor the United States of America and Canada, via San Francisco (per Makura, from Wellington), by north exprcs at 11.10 a.m. Late-fee letters 11.35 a.m. Mail due in London about April 16. Thursday. March 19.—Australian States, South Africa, and the East, via Sydney* also Australia-Singapore-Eng and air mail (per Monowai, from Wellington), by north, express at 2 p.m.. Late-fee letters 2.20 p.m. Air mail due London ApnJ 'Monday. March 23.—Samoa and Nine (per Maui Pomare, from Wellington) by north express at 11.15 a.m. Late-tee letters 11.35 a.m. _... . Thursday. March 2(1.-Grent Britain. Ireland. Continent of Europe, also Central and Western South America via Panama (per Akaroa. from WellingtonL Correspondence must be specially addressed. Bv north express at 2 p.m. Late-fee letters 2.20 p.m. Mail due London .Ma.. L INCOMING MAILS. (Approximate Dates.) March 13.—Rangitata: English. March 17.—Makura: Australian March 18.— Niagara: English and American, Monowai: Australian.