THE Southland Times PUBLISHED EVERY MORNING. Luceo Non Uro, MONDAY, 26th APRIL, 1897.

Southland Times, Issue 13737, 26 April 1897, Page 2

THE Southland Times PUBLISHED EVERY MORNING. Luceo Non Uro, MONDAY, 26th APRIL, 1897.

Home News.—The English mail via San Francisco will arrive by to-day’s-express, and the usual delivery of correspondence will be tnaclo at ths post office between the hours of 7 and 8 p.m. Fatal Accident—Constable Mackenzie, Lumsden, telegraphed on Saturday that Angus Kay, farmer, had been accidentally killed at Balfour that day through hi:: dray team running away from him, a wheel passing over him as he fell. His brother and others witnessed the accident. Southland Hospital Returns. — Remaining from last week, 10 males, 10 females; admitted during the week, 2 males, 3 females ; discharged, 2 males, 2 females ; died: John Colvin and William Williams ; remaining in the institution, 14 males, 11 females; outpatients treated, 31 males, 27 females. Visiting trustees for this week— Meaars A. Bain and W. R Riddell. Waianiwa.—The Mutual Improvement .Society' have resumed their meetings for the winter. A suitable programme has been drawn up and promises of lectures have been received. Altogether there is every reaaon that the session should ho as .■mcceesfnl as; that of last year was. The following havo been elected office-bearers :—President: Mr T, Fraser, vice-president: Mr D. McI’lierson, secretary : Mr T. Stevenson, treasurer: Mr J. Wilson.—Own correspon-

Theatre Royal.—On Saturday afternoon Phyllis Peirier and her father gave a matinee performance to a fairly large audience. As on her previous appearances the little girl charmed by her winsome grace and clever performances and the audience was enthusiastically appreciative. To-night both appear at Mataura, the residents being assured} of a unique treat. Land Sales. On Saturday when Mr J. A. Mitchell, auctioneer, put up a number of the Morton Mains sections for sale bidding was fairly brisk and prices highly satisfactory. Section 108, comprising 180 acres in the W aihopai division, was sold to Mr Wm. Saddlier, Mona Bush, at L2 an acre; and section 109 (554 acres) of the same division, to Mr W. Pirie, Limestone Plains, at the same rate. Other sections were passed at LI 15s and L2 5s an acre, and several sales are pending. Bringing up the Big Guns.—At Petone, the Minister for Linds appealed to the electors of the Suburbs in order to harden up the waverers and give general Ministerial direction as to the duty of the electorate to return the Ministerial nominee. It has thus happer.e.l that the three principal Cabinet Ministers and two members for the City have had to assail the Suburbs in the interests of Air Wilson, while against this formidable and unworthy array the courageous Mr Atkinson goes single-handed and undaunted on the even tenor of his way. That the whole proceeding is indecent, unworthy and without ja-allel in any other Engl’sh-speaking country goes without saying. It is, however, but at o her instance of the methods by which this cnnatry is governed.—Evening Post.

Fire at Lumsden.—About 4 o’clock on ] Saturday morning an occupied four-roomed house, the property of Mr John Brennan, was destroyed by fire. Fortunately there wasno wind,otherwise somejdwellingsjin close ' proximity must have gone also. The owner stated that he thought the insurance had run out-that day, but the house waa insured with the South British Co. So far the origin of the fire is unknown.—Own correspondent. « Dangerous Railway Practice. — The fatal accident which befel Mrs. Lemon at Rakaia railway station camo about in this wise. Tho deceased lady had stepped off the train at Rakaia to take the MethVen train, but retained her hold of the guard rail. The engine started again, and the deceased was dragged down between the carriage and tho plattorm and fatally crushed. Mrs Lemon had resided in the locality for 22 years and was highly esteemed. It was at this station, a few weeks ago, that Captain Kidley, of the s.s. Gothic, was dragged down in the same way and injured. Riverton. —Harvest operations are now almost finished, although there are still a few stooks of oats in the field. Those who were not fortunate enough to get their crop stacked before the rain set in will be heavy losers. On the Ermedalc estate last week I saw Mr James Hay’s new threshing mill at work. This mill was made in Christchurch by Messrs John Anderson and Co, and supporters of colonial industry have good reason to bo proud of it. During a conversation with Mr Campbell, the company’s manager, I learned that the mill was capable of cleaning 70 bags of oats in an hour, and bn one occasion got through 478 bags’in 10 hours, including a shift, Mr Campbell being well satisfied with the way the work was done. With tho usual process 200 bags in 10 hours would be about the average. Although one extra hand is engaged on this mill, a great saving of time is effected for the farmer, and this more than compensates for the extra outlay. — Own correspondent.

Fire in Campbelltown.—Shortly after 4 o’clock on Saturday morning the inhabitants of the port, or at least the great ma-’ jority of them, were awakened by the furious blowing of the steam whistle at the Frozen Meat Company’s works, which is the local signal for a fire. It had been discovered that a cottage in Gore street, and a very short distance to the west of the station was on fire, and fears were entertained that Mr Hamilton’s buildings would catch, in which case the Eagle Hotel, Mr Georgeson’s buildings, and the N.Z. Loan Company’s stores would have suffered, as there was a strong south-west wind blowing. Tho Fire Brigade, however, were on the spot with most commendable promptitude, and, assisted by several citizens, did excellent service, under the direction of Captain Georgeson. As a result of their energy the fire was confined to the building in which it originated, and so well did they work that they quenched tho fire before it had time to consume the eastern wall. A great deal is often said about the local brigade and its want of appliances, but on this occasion they undoubtedly, by their strenuous exertions, Raved a lot. of val no Wo. nrnnerty, anil also Hrove I . Lie local ivaLcr auppiy i-. a

tjorol ■;)<' in ot tiro. The origin of vtu; lire is unknown. The. hou«<> waj, occupied by Mni ‘iViilsor. as a bonding house, Our.-n. the time it is nudcrstool that ahc u,ud ber little, boy were the only occupants. Mr C. E. Tucker was the owner of the dwelling, which was insured in the National office for L2OO. The furniture was insured in the Imperial fi 1-LlOO.

Invercargill Sale Yards Co, Ltd.— The annual meeting of shareholders in this company was held in the Prince of Wales hotel on Saturday, when there was a large attendance of shareholders. Mr John Turnbull, chairman of the company, presided, and moved the adoption of the balance sheet and report, which provided for the payment of a dividend at the rate of 6 per cent. He referred to the necessity of providing a reserve fund to meet the renewals which must ere long be required, and deprecated the payment ,of large dividends till that was done. The motion was carried unanimously. The election of three directors was then proceeded , with, and as four nominations were made a ballot was taken, with the result that Messrs John Stronach, L. Fraser and Walter Henderson were elected. Mr Pei kins having been reelected auditor, the meeting closed with a vote of thanks to the chair.—The dividend will be payable at the company’s offices, Esk street, on and after the 30th inst. Pie. Sections in block 19, New River Hundred, Hokonui, and block 1, Waikawa, will be opened for sale or selection on June 3rd. Agricultural Farms for Private Sale, about 2000 acres, part of Waihao Downs Estate, near Waimate, S. Canterbury. See large advertisement, or apply to Mr Douglas, Waihao Downs, Mt. Royal, or Agents. Sergeant Jopp, Southland Mounted Rifles has’been selected to go to England with the military contingent, making the third taken from the local corps.

Waterproofs. — Opened a magnificent assortment of Waterproof Materials, suitable for ladies’ and gentlemen’s waterproof garments. If you want a really good waterproof at a moderate price, try us. Pick your material, we will make it any shape and size you like and guarantee you much satisfaction in the wear.—Thomson and Beattie.

The decadence of the British merchant sailor (says the Shipping World) is a spectacle to arouse, not our sympathy alone, but the concern of all who are interested in the mercantile marine.

W. Lewis & Co. are exhibiting a magnificent assortment of the very latest novelties for Autumn and Winter. They were specially selected by our buyer in Britain and the Continent. Our Colonial Blankets and Flannels are unexceptional in make and ail Summer finished. We fearlessly .assert wo are offering the best value infall depart ments that can be procured anywhere. All that happens through the whole world happens through hope. No husbandman would sow e. grain of corn, if he did not hope it would spring up and bimg forth the e:-r-. How much more wo are helped on by hope in the way to eternal life ! Cheap American Tyres; A Caution.— 1 deem it my duty to the local pnbiic among whom my lot lias been east for ths piw.t 25 years to caution them against purchasing cycles fitted with cheap American tyres. (No good wheel is so FITTED.) They'are a delusion and . a snare, unprofitable alike to owner and repairer. It happens just now that several pereons are endeavouring to foist upon the public, wheels fitted with each tyres, never intended for boueatservico, and at best will not stand mere than a very few weeks’ wear on our roads. Insist upon an absolute guarantee with every machine you purchase and take good care that the tyres s.re included. I give such guarantee with every wheel I sell. Consider then if it is net to your advantage to buy from an agent of known local standing, permanently established among you and whose long and practical experience in the trade qualifies him for a continuance of your confidence and who knows just what he is selling you and who sells only good honest reliable wheels. Before you buy call and have a chat withß. W. Jones, Dee Street, agent for Swifts and Red Birds.

Carlson and White, charged with having stabbed Kenneth Bayne, the Tapanui pedestrian, on December 26, at Te Kuitt, Waikato, continue under arrest in Auckland, Bayne being still unable to appear in court. HOME-BAKING A PLEASURE NOW. Messrs Brown & Polson, the celebrated Paisley firm of Corn Flour fame, have brought out a new preparation of their Corn Flour for home-biking, which they have named “ Paisley Flour.” It is tolie mixed one part with six to eight of ordinary flour, for raising and improving scones, cakes, pastry, and household bread, and when used no yeast, baking soda, or other raising agent is required. The peculiar advantages of Paisley Flour” are that the work of baking is made quite simple, and the process of rising is so assisted that success is assured. Bread is improved in flavour, and made easy of digestion even when new. Everyone who bakes at home should try it at once. A free sample packet may be had on applica tion to J. B. Gilfillan & Co., Fori. St Auckland, nwniuff tho “Southland Times

The island of Crete is by some scholars identified with Oaphtor, mentioned in Deuteronomy and Jeremiah. Whether this identity can be fully established or not, there is no doubt that Crete-is mentioned in the Apocrypha and by Josephus. When the island was under Roman, dominion the Jews settled there in considerable numbers, and were an important part of the population. It is very doubtful whether there are many Jews in Crete at the present moment.

The wife of Mr Leonard Wells, of East Brimfield, Mass., had been suffering from neuralgia for two days, not being able to sleep or hardly keep still, when Mr Hold n, the merchant there, sent her a bottle of Chamberlain's Pain Balm, andaiked that she give it a thorough trial. On meeting Mr Wells the next day he was told that sho was all right, the pain had left her within two hours, and that the bottle of Pain Balm was worth §5.00 if it could not bo had for less. For sale by Macalister and Co., Chemists.

Wines from tho “ Yalumba ” Vineyards are celebrated for Purity and Delicacy of Flavour

Sir B. W. Richardson expressed his decided opinion that, if ' men and women in general steadily obeyed the laws of their being—physical, intellectual, and moral—--70 per cent, of them would live to be 110. i* Yalumba ” Wines have secured Gold Medals and Numerous Prizes. Obtainable from leading wine merchants and first-class hotels. SYNOPSIS OF NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. J A Mitchell and Oo.jscll stock at Invercargill yards to-morrow National Mortgage Co hold a clearing sale at Wreys Bush on Ist MayTenders are invited for the assets in A J Rankin’s estate Mr Gresham, dentist, visits Winton on 6th May ; Riverton on 13th • ■ Go and see the Viking Wbec l Go’s bicycles in Tay street; noted tor strength Comfortable home in the country for two or three children

National Mortgage Co sell stock at Invercargill yarda.to-morrow J A Mitchell and Cosell valuable building sites in Annan street on Ist May Bluff Harbour Board publish their annual balance sheet