The Daily News. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 1900. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Taranaki Daily News, Volume XXXXII, Issue 206, 6 October 1900, Page 2

The Daily News. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 1900. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

At the Police Court, on Friday morning, Mr. Stanford, S.M., granted a wife's application for a separation order. Mr. Hughes appeared for the applicant, who wan granted the custody ot her children under 16 years of age. The London Times hag published a splendid poem by Kudyard Kipling on llie birth of the Australian Commonwealth. There are eighteen cases on the list for the Uuurt of Appeal, which opens on Monday at Wellington. The timber trade of the colony is remarkably brisk just now. the Kauri 'limber Company has a million feet ordered for Wellington tnd Lyttelton alone, seven vessels beiug employed iu carrying it. During the next few months two million feet of white pine will be sent to fcydney, where the demand is very brisk. Doctor Bickersteth, Bishop of Exeter, has resigned owing to ill-health. The arrivals in the colony last month numbered 10S6, and the departures 922. According lo a London correspondent "Sir Waiter Buller has lent to the South Kensington Museum the large portrait oi ' Tangiwai, a Maori Maiden,' recently painted for hiui by Herr Lindauer, of YYoodville. Tli.i Museum has plaoed the picture, the background of which re;, resents Uike i'apaitonga, on view at theßethnal Green branch " An American newspaper gives, in all sefiousucds, the following notice to its readers" Wc hnve sunt an account to uiaiiy of our subscriber who are in arrears (villi their payments, without receiving any reply from them. As we can only suppose that the cause ot' their failure to reply to our lepeated communications is to be attributable to lheir death, we intend to publish a list of their names slio tly among the obituary notioes. Any subscriber who does not wish to figure among the deaths, will therefoie please send us without delay, an answer and remittance." John Leydon's Great Auction Sale of general merchandise commences on Saturday in new shop, near liaiiway Crossing, Devonstreet,—Advt. Tiih Prettiest Woman in London is said to be Miss Clara D , a young lady oolonging io a very old English family. She is shortly to appear - so rumour declares—at a West-end theatre in a new comedy by one of our leading dramatists. She is very wealthy, and her only reason for going on the stage is that sue is reluctant to keep hidden away any : unger her genius and beauty. These gilt., of nature were meant for mankind, and it would be selfish to conceal them. Actuated by a similar motive, George Henry Camp writes to say that he has, been cured of his rheumatism by Holloy.'ay's Ointment; wbila by the use «i ij.y'uuI way's Kile liiittiDlf ktsaltijy ia Blind jjami |

Persons in want of a good farm should I bear in mind that Mr. Newton King will sell by anction, at Stratford on .Tuesday, Mr. A. E. Watkina' farm of 267 acres at Cardiff. This is an excellent property, situated within a quarter of a mile of the Cardiff Factory, and is well-known as "Bywell Farm." The land is exceptionally rich, well-watered, and i level, and will winter 100 dairy cows.

A bit of street-car conversation between two Boston (U.S.) girls is thus reported ■ " Oh," said one, " he sent me such a perfectly lovely bouquet. It was all tuberoses in the centre, with mignonette round that, and light pinks outside. Oh, it was perfectly lovely, and I kept it a whole week, and then I put it on mother's grave." When Lord Roberts was in Glasgow to ireceive the freedom of the city, an old, woman joined the crowd at the entrance to the City Hall, just as the carriage drove up. " Wha's that wee man wi' a' the medals on his breasti" she inquired of a bystander. "Lord Roberta—General Roberta" replied the gentleman addressed. " What 1" exclaimed the old lady. "That a general! I've a son near twice his size, and he was only a corporal!" ■ , We understand from Mr. Berry that he has' received a letter from Mr. E. M. Smith, M.H.R., on the subject stating that he is assured that the new building is to be proceeded with on the site at the corner of Egmont-street. Mr. Berry has written to Mr. Smith, stating that it is not certain that the Borough Council will keep the site open, but is informed by Mr. Smith that it is the intention of the Government to take the necessary steps to secure the site without delay. Mr. R. Neal, who opens to-day in tho handsomely-appointed shop at the corner of Devon and Brougham-streets, has an advertisement in this issue well worthy the attention of our readers. From an inspection of the premises and stock we are in a position to say that the first is most convenient and the latter will compare, both as regards quality and price, very favourably with any other house in Taranaki. Mr. Neal has an exceedingly varied stock of everything required in a well-appointed draper's shop. A very large proportion of the goods 'are from the famous Koslyn factory, a name that is quite a sufficient guarantee of quality. Housewives will find it to their interest to give Mr. Neal a call, as it will be hard to equal his goods anywhere in town. On Wednesday next, Mr. Newton King will hold a clearing sale of dairy snd farm stock at Oakura, on account of Mr. Geo. Xooney, who has sold his farm. The cows are a firstclass lot, and have all been carefully selected and tested during the last three years. Everything will be sold without reserve. The Chairman of the Education Boaid (Mr. McAllum) has received a communication from the Hon. the Minister of Education stating that, owing to the difference of opinion that existed, it was not likely that anything can be done this session re the Opaku Reserve. This is rather a remarkable statement, because the public meetings held show a wonderful agreement on the part of the people on this subject. At Mr. E. M. Smith's suggestion, a trial is to be made by the Hailway Department of the Taranaki petroleum for gas making purposes.

A reminder is given of Mr. John Lcydon's auction sale to-day, commencing at 1 o'clock. An announcement appears in our adver Using columns notifying that Messrs. I). Horry & Co.'s business is to be formed in a limited liability compauy. A glance at the names of tbe direciors should not only convey a most favourable impression of the soundness of the concern, but afford an indication of tbe profitable oxpansion of the business which should result from the step now being taken. Mr. J. 0. Davics, sharebroker, will supply all reasonable information and furnish intending shareholders with j t'orms of application.

Attention is drawn to an advertisement appearing in this issue to the fact that Mr. Barr-]3rown, the well-known estate agent and hotel-broker, has started a branch office'in Devon-street, New Plymouth, andj having a large connection in Aucklahdand elsewhere, property-owners will do well to consult him. The office is under the management of Mr. G. S. Mitchell.

Mr. J. A. McEenna, of Patea, who hat been away for six months on a visit to Great Britain and the Paris Exhibition has returned to the colony, having arrived by the Waikare on Thursday.

Soveral Crown land sections were ballotted lor at the Land Office on Thursday. The following are the results:—Sections 38,39, 40, block 11, Waitara district, 302 acres, C, j H. Wilson succeKsful applicant. 5T appli- j catiena. Sections 12,14,16, block 9, Mirni, 392 acres, A. G. Firbank. 10 applications, Sections 2, 3, 5, 6, block 9, Mirni, 392 acres, J ,N. M. McCarthy. 7 applications. Sections [ 8 and 3, block 10, touatu, 100 acres, McCarthy. 7 applications. Section 1, block | I, Ngatimaru, 710 acres, E. C. Barleyman. 1 application. ' It will be noticed that the funeral of the late Mr. G. H. Kyan takes place at 2 p.m. I to-day (Saturday;, Mr. Kyan was a very old Taranaki settler, and died at fhe residence of his only daughter, Mrs. Davidson, at the ripe age o£ 89 years. All old seitlers will remember the deceased, who years ago| was in business in New Plymouth. Mrs. Davidson and his only son, Mr. W. Byan, who is clerk of the Court and is jn charge of the extensive police district of titratford, will have very general sympathy in tjhe loss they have sustained.

It is .reported that the Mapourika will shortly replace the I'akapuna on this coast. L'lie Takapuna'a fasb trips will cause her to be greatly missed by sea-going travellers. On Friday Mr. Stewart Macpherion, F.lt A.M., held au examination of candidates at the New Plymouth centre, when, with three exceptions, all who presented themselves were successful in passing, Details will appear in a later issue. Bewley & Watt, Sharebrokers, Devonstreet, New Plymouth, pay special attention to Otago and West Coast dredging stocks, and, having reliable correspondents in both localities, are in a position to advise clients. Investors can obtain all information in connection with dredging, and inspect, at their office, the latest quotations, prospectuses of most, companies floated, and maps of all dredging claims. Inquiries invited,—Advt. John Leydon carries a large stook of gold aud silver jewellery, no fancy prices, all must be sold without reserve; also clothing, etc,, etc. Come to the auction sale on Saturday, 6th inst„ at 1 o'clock.—Advt. Gospel Koom, Gilbert-street.—The Gospel of the Grace of God will be preached ev<-ry Lord's Day evening, at 7. Hearty welcome —Advt John Leydon's great auction sale for fun and bargaius is far in advance of going to a theatre or warehouse. He is the funniest auctioneer in fl\ew Zealand.—Advt. A salve that never fails to heal a sore, gives instant relief, and draws oat all poison, is a boon to all. Ask i'or Nccdham's Salve at the Co-operative Stores. Price Is.—Advt.' John Leydon is well-known to almost every person as a man that will not sell anything but genuine goods, and. he sells them without the slightest reserve. Come to his 6ales.—Advt. THE BEST REMEDY FOJR EHEUMATISM QUICK BELIEF FROM PAIN. All who use Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism are delighted with the quick relief from pain which it affords, When speaking of this Mr. D. N. Sinks, of Troy, uhio, says: " Some time ago I had a seveie attack of rheumatism in my arm and shoulder. I tried numerous remedies but got no relief until I was recommended by Messrs. George F. Parsons & Co., druggists of this place, to try Chamberlain's Pain lialtn. They recommended it so highly that I bought a battle. I was soon relieved of all rimin. I have since recommended this liniment to many of my friends, who agree with me that it is the best remedy for muscular rheumatism in the market." I'or sale by Now Plymouth Co-operative Society.—Advt. John Leytlon will sell by auction, on Saturday, enamelled Brooches, facsimile of the New Zealand Flag, manufactured in lre'amil,- -Advt. Vitda'j-Womi Ifigs ara most effective and nt- unploasnat; children tliriytj aftgi Ming •ofow, I'liw U ASvt •