STRATFORD NEWS.

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LVI, Issue 272, 18 April 1914, Page 3

STRATFORD NEWS.

FROM OUR RESIDENT REPORTER. ; '' t - -'" ■' 1 Office and Job Printing Works: York Chambers (upstairs). Telephone No. 113.

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH. ANNUAL MEETING. At the annual meeting of the Anglican Church held on Wednesday there was a very fair attendance of parishioners, considering the inclement weather. The vicar, Rev. W. A. Butler, presided. ANNUAL REPORT. The annual report referred with regret to the illness and departure of Dr. Crosslcy, and expressed great regret that the church was. losing the services of tho Rev. W. A. Butler, who by his zeal and devotion had brought tho affairs of the church to the present satisfactory condition. It stated that Mr. E. L. Harvio had during the yeur been admitted a deacon, and had taken up tho church work in the country districts. Reference was also made to the choir, and those members who had so loyally carried out their duties were warmly thanked. Satisfaction was expressed at tiie excellent work of the Sunday School and the zeal displayed by the teachers. With regard to the j linances, the work of the ladies;, to : whoso efforts the very satisfactory I state of the funds was due, was gratefully, acknowledged, especial praise be- , ing accorded to the parishioners, of ; Toko road and, Toko for their annual j subscriptions, amounting to £35 out of ? the £4O- contributed by those districts. [ BALANCE SHEET. The receipts showed that receipts (offertories £l*7s li)s fid) totalled £549 fls lid. The expenditure amounted to £593 5s lid, including a debit (balance of £SO fo 9d from the previous year. The liabilities totalled £917 Is and the assets £lO9l General satisfaction was expressed at j the position of the church arl'airs, and i the report and balance-sheet were j adopted. j The following officers were appointed: —Vestry, Messrs Ewan Jackson, T. Part- | ridge, A. Middleton, E. H. Kivell, A. j Grant, G. W. Mills, A. D. Stanley, Mansell, Copcsiake, W. J. Rogers, J. Hobbs, and W. 11. 11. Young. Vicar's warden, Mr. A. C. Hell (re-appointed); people's warden, Mr. W.'H. H. Young. At a meeting of the vestry held subsequently, Mr. A. D. Stanley was reappointed secretary. POLITICAL Arrangements are being made lor a political address to be delivered at Stratford towards the end of the month by prominent members of the Liberal party. BERNARD'S PICTURES. The programme which is being screened to-night at His Majesty's Theatre is one of the best of an exceptionally good series. This was emphatically demonstrated last night, when patrons signified their appreciation. The story of "Psyche and Cupid" is not only very interesting, but the magnificent setting and scenery make it absolutely perfect of its kind. All the other films are worthy of a place in the programme which contains, this superb creation, and there should be another full house tonight. The musical part of the entertainment is all that can he desired. TOWN HALL PICTURES. The current programme was greatly enjoyed last night, and should attract a large attendance both at the matinee this afternoon and at the usual presentation to-night. The star drama, "The Indian Uprising" is one of those Westem dramas that have caught the popular taste. It is full of life and action, amid scenery that cannot fail to delight the eye. The supporting items are all of considerable merit, and the entertainment well deserves liberal patronage. GOLF OPENING OF THE SEASON. The Stratford Golf Club opened the season on Thursday afternoon, and despite the unfavorable {weather, there were about thirty members present. The j president, Mr. A. W. Budge, performed I the opening ceremony, and congratulated the ciub on the enthusiasm displayed by tli© members in mustering in such good force when the weather conditions were so unfavorable, and trusted the | members would have an enjoyable sca- ' eon. Afternoon tea was provided by Mrs: Budge, and greatly appreciated by all I present. , | Mixed foursomes wcro played, the prize, which was kindly donated by the president, being won by Mr. J. R. L. I Stanford and Mrs. Budge, but the finest I performance of the day was that of Mr V. Crawshaw and Miss Pratt, who com pleted tohc round (9 holes) in 51, most creditable considering the bad weather. The following are the details of the scores:— J. R. L. Stanford and Mrs. Budge (handicap 2) 58. Dr. Paget and Miss O'Brien (4), 59. 11. E. Abraham and Mrs. Robinson (2) 60. S. Spence and Mrs. Copping (4), 61. V. Crawshaw and Miss Pratt (owe 10) 61. P. Budd and Mrs. Budd (8), 63. G. R. Wright and Miss F. Orbell (owe 10), 64. V. Fussell and Miss Orbell (owe 2), '65. P. Wright and Miss Fussell (owe 2). . 08. '' H. C. Wright and Miss Sanson (4) 71. A. C. Lawrey and Mrs. Lawre.y (S) 71. F. Uniacke and Mrs. Uniacko'(B), S5. PERSONAL. The Rev. C. W. Howard, of Waimate North, who has .been appointed vicar of S(ratford, is expected to take up duty about the second week in May. In the meanwhile the Ven. Archdeacon Evans will take charge of the parish. The Rev. W. A. Butler, who is leavin* . Stratford on Tuesday, is to be entcrtamE ed at a social in the Parish Hall on Monday evening, GENEfiAL. Judgment was given by the S.M. yesterday inline action heard at the'previous sitting and brought by. O.i H.

j Stringer against ,). T. Mai tin for the I recovery of £lO in respect of the loss j of a sheep-dog killed by defendant's mo- .! tor-car. His Worship awarded plaintiff . I £7, on the ground that defendant was ■ negligent in not swerving to the rigkt . ; as ihe approached the dog so as to pass , 'it. In fixing the amount of damages 1 j at £7, he considered that in view of the • price paid for the dog and the cost of j landing it in New Zealand, the amount I named was in his opinion a fair value. '. .Judgment was given accordingly, with : costs £3 os4d. i The result of a charge heard at the ' S.M. Court yesterday against a Stratford resident for excessive drinking was .that defendant consented to a prohibii tion order, which was accordingly made. , At the S.M. Court yesterday. Robert [James was fined ss, without costs, for .; driving a gig without lights. For fail- | lire to attend drill, A. J, Hansen was • convicted and ordered to pay 7s costs. I Judgment for plain tiffs was given in i'the following cases at the S.M. Court ■' yesterlay:—A. R. D. Carbery v. J. D. ! and M. 0. Valentino, claim £0 ss, costs : £1 6s 6d; H. A. Wunsch v. R. G. SimImons, £lO Us Id, costa £1 10s Gd; | same v. J. Casey, £22 Us lid, costs £3 fa. / I A Juvenile offender, who was charged ; at' : the S.M;. Court yesterday with steal- , ing money from a house, .was ordered I to,come up for sentence' when called '/upon, his father having already given him a good thrashing. Two Territorials were yesterday granted exemption from scrvic;- by the S.M. under certain conditions. You hardly feel the razor pass over yenr face when Stan. Sharp handles the shaving operation. Added to thin delightful sense of comfort is the know- ] ledge that every utensil is sterilised, and everything absolutely clean. Next Bell- ■ ringer's, Stratford. The new winter clothing for men is attractive in many ways. Wise men will buy now while the variety is big, and ,they. will find "The Kash" prices' made to suit them. For high quality and low price Mullen and Marshall easily lead in Stratford. Your photograph will please them all —some of your friends have been exacting one for a long time—don't be satisfied with one taken years ago. Send them a fresh portrait, just as yon are to-day. in your everyday attire. Having your portrait taken is a.i pleasant as an informal call on good friends. Make an appointment to-day with Mr. McAlister, Stratford