The Rangitikei Advocate. TWO EDITIONS DAILY. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1917.

Rangitikei Advocate and Manawatu Argus, Volume XLI, Issue 11417, 21 December 1917, Page 4

The Rangitikei Advocate. TWO EDITIONS DAILY. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1917.

Tho Rangitikei County ollices will bo closed for tho Christmas and New Year holiday’s from ' the 35th December, 1917, to tho Tth -lanuary, inclusive.

A reminder is given that the Marton Patriotic'Shop will be in the Supper-room of the Town Hall tomorrow. There will he a good supply of poultry, lamb and mutton, as well as produce, cakes, etc. As tho result of a largo quantity of cement being rushed - on to the market through the effects ofa big company having gone into liquidation there is considerable pricecutting at the present time. It is stated that cement may ho purchased today cheaper than it could before tli e war.

You should visit Lloyd’s, Ltd., drapery storesa nd see tho beautiful range of inexpensive and useful Christmas presents and holiday attire—absolutely tho greatest variety in. the district. You should also inspect tho beautiful millinery models and smart ready-to-wear hats to he sold at half price.*

An inquest was opened at Marton yesterday into the circumstances causing the death of the late John Skinner, surveyor, of New Plymouth, who was killed in a motor car accident on the Bulls-Turakim road. Mr J J. McDonald, cor; ner, conducted the inquest. Evidence was. given by Mr George Malcolm, of Gisborne, son-in-law of deceased, as to identification and the inquiry was adjourned. The chief witness, Kenneth Webster, had not sufficiently recovered to attend.

Speaking at a dinner tendered to Mr Massey on Thursday night last, the Mayor of Thames(Mr. H. Lowe) said the jieople of his district did not think they had had tiny Prime Minister who had shown the same courage and ability in trying circumstances as Mr. Massey had done. He had as head of the National Cabinet proved himself the right man in the right place, and nine-tenths of the people were with him. The remarks were loudly applauded.

The distribution of prizes and a social evening was held at'tho Greatford school on Tuosda3'Bth. Parents and friends contributed very liberally to tho I hristmas gifts for tire children and supper, which nil thoroughly enjoyed. Three special prizes were awarded for highest marks in examination, geography, and history. The evening commenced witli a short address to the children (chaix - mau) followed by a recitation (Mr W. Lewis) and was brought to a close with a few social games. All joined heartily in singing “God frave the King. ” Everybody's Pictures have received information tint the Groat Million Dollar Film “The Daughter of the Gods,” featuring Annette Kellerman, is available for one night only, January 2nd, and they have booked it up for that date. The residents of Rangitikei are extremely fortunate in seeing this great picture so soon. It h»s just played a twoweek’s run in Auckland, and is nowon a two week’s screening at the Grand Opera House, Wellington, so that Marton will be among the first towns in the Dominion to see the great spectacle. Watch the Advocate for advertisements.

With regard to “feeding the army” it is interesting to learn that no less than two million pounds of jam are sent to France weekly. Of these twelve different kinds are sent, and to a New Zealander it is surprising to learn that strawberry predominates, as these delicious berries are always so expensive here. The manufacturers of jam are working in co-operation, sugar being supplied by the Government, the profits being at a fixed rate paid per 1001 b. Tho daily'ration of 3oz of cheese means between one and two million pounds sent forward weekly, and of tea more than half a million pounds for the same period.

The prize list for the Feilding A. and P, Show, which will he held on sth and 6th February, 1918, includes valuable cash prizes and handsome trophies for all sections, and is -well worth perusal by those interested. Pedigree and fat stock breeders will hud their requirements well catered for, and the ladies will be interested in the home industries and art needlework sections. In addition to the usual ring events, a sheep dog trial will be held on the first day, and the three pPced will give an exhibition on the second day. Entries for all events close with the secretary on 18th January, and he will be ple-sed to receive applications for prize lists and furnish an}- information. They may .■ Iso be obtained at the office of tins T aper, or from the local A. and P. Secretary.

The Marton Junction brick works will be closed from Saturday, 23nd December, till Monday, 7tb January, 1918.

The Lounge Bar and Soda Fountain, at the 'White Hart corner, Marlon, will bo opened at 0 o’clock to-morrow evening. Mr G. Potter, late of Marton, and now farming at Opatu, Wanganui River, lias received advice from the Defence Department that bis sou, Private Joseph Potter, has been awarded the Military Medal for gallantry in the field of action. Mr Potter lias three sons at the front. John, who enlisted with the Main Body and was wounded at Gallipoli; Joseph, of the 3rd Reinforcements, wounded at Gallipoli; and George, woumied in Egypt. The three boys are now on active service in France, and it is gratifying to learn that one of them has rendered such distinguished service to his King and country that his services have been recognised by the authorities. The Potter boys were well known in Marton as enthusiastic athletes and footballers, and were also very handy with the gloves. It isn’t really Christmas without a ham! Don’t send away for one— Marton hsms are lower than others, and Hodder and Tolley’s lowest of all. For realham value send your order early to this firm’s grocery department. The cash system gives the value.*