THE Temuka Leader THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 1899. LOCAL & GENERAL

Temuka Leader, Issue 3474, 3 August 1899, Page 2

THE Temuka Leader THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 1899. LOCAL & GENERAL

Customs Revenue. —Tho customs revenue collected at the port of Timaru last mouth amounted to £lsOl (is Id. S. C. Mounted Rifles. —The Gazette of July 27th contains the following volunteer notifications: —J. T. M. Hay hurst to bo captain and J. Findlay to bo lieutenant, of the South Canterbury Mounted Rifles.

The Rakaia Railway Accident. — Messrs Stringer and Crossweli, acting for tlio railway department, have settled amicably for damages to persons injured in the Rakaia railway accident, amounting to about £IO,OOO, for £2500. Unclaimed Letters. —The following is a Lst of letters from places beyond tho colony, received in the district of Timam during the month of May, 1899, and unclaimed on the 31st July, 1899: —U.o.A., John Bricon; N.S.AV, Mrs W. Smith ; N.S.W., Lane Stone; U.K., J. G. Waller. Pigeon Match. —We would remind sportsmen that a meeting to arrange an “inanimate” pigeon match at Temuka will be held in the Crown Hotel, Temuka, this evening. These matches are being hold in various parts of tho colony with great success. They afford first-rate sport for marksmen, and at the same time there is no suspicion of cruelty. The meeting will be held at 8 o’clock, and the promoters hope to see a largo attendance. Special reductions in carpet squares.— The Indian, 3x3, was 12s fid, for 10s Gd ; 3x31, was 14s Gd, now Us fid. The Lancaster square, 3 x 3J, was 21s Cd, for 17s Gd; 3x4, was 25s Gd, for 21s. The Premier square, 3x3.1, was 19s Gd, for 15s lid; 3x4, was 21s Gd, for 17s lid. The Jute Brussels square, 3x3ld, was 27s Gd, for 23s Gd; 3x 1, was 32s Cd, for 27s ‘.ld. These carpet squares came to baud ex s.s. Rakaia last week. As they take up a lot of room we offer them at these low prices. Penrose’s Drapery Establishment, Timaru.—[Advt.l Bachelors’ Ball. —Following their annual custom the Bachelors of Fairlie purpose giving another ball shortly. A meeting was held on last Saturday uight to arrange preliminaries, when there was a good attendance, Mr Nixon being in the chair. A committee was elected to work the whole thing up, and Mr Saunders was appointed secretry. It was decided to hold tho ball some time in August. Messrs Watkins and Fawcett agreed to supply the music. Given a fine night, the event, when it comes off, should prove a great success. San Francisco Mail. —The San Francisco mail arrived at Auckland at 4.35 p.m. on Tuesday. She brings the following passengers for New Zealand ; —Mr and Mrs F. E, Baume, Mr and Mrs Ryan and three children, Misses Vamixen, Izard, and Peston, Messrs Duncan, Turner, Vamixen, Wilchens, W. Gentry, Bingham, Keiller, Elliott and Valet, David Craig, Zeal, Taylor, Sherman, Captain Chapman, and 14 steerage. Owing to bad weather and falling tide the mail was delayed at Onehunga. The steamer is expected at Wellington about 10 a.m. to-day, and will at once sail for Lyttelton. Entertainment at Temuka. —We would again remind our readers of the entertainment in the Volunteer Hall to-morrow evening in aid of the native school at Arowhenua Pa. The programme is a firstclaas one. In the first part many of our favorite amateur performers will take part, and several items will be contributed by the native school children, whose melodious singing and graceful dancing at former concerts will be remembered. The second part will be taken up with a laughable farce, entitled “ Withered Leaves.” This is in good hands, and will be a fitting fin-ale to the entertainment. A better entertainment could not be wished for, and as the object is a most meritorious one, and the prices of admission small, there should be a crowded house, despite the many calls made on the public of late. Geraldine Magistrate’s Court. At the Geraldiue Magistrate’s Court, ou Tuesday, before Messrs W. M. Moore, and H. AV. Moore, J.P.’s, judgment for plaintiffs was given in the following cases ; The Geraldine County v. George AVatts, Temuka, for rates, Gs 7d, costs 6s ; Same v. M. Scannell, rates, 4s Hd, costs 6s; Same v, J. Cuunard, rates, 9s sd. In the last-named case the defendent appeared and and objected to the claim on the ground of bis not being the owner or occupier of some of the property rated for. The Bench, however, overruled tho objection, and gave judgment for amount with costs, 6s. Several other rate cases set down for hearing were settled out of court.

Faielie Libeaet Committee. —A meeting of the Fairlie Library Committee was held on Monday afternoon. The chairman, Mr Gillingham, explained that the meeting had been called to consider the advisability of holding an entertainment in aid of the book fund. After some dsscussiou it was resolved to hold a fancy dress ball on the 15th September, wearing of fancy Jdress to be optional, tickets of admission 3s and 2s for gentlemen and ladies respectively; members of the committee to ask the ladies of the district to assist in providing refreshments. It was reported that the social club had rejected for financial reasons the proposals submitted to them by the commitee. It was agreed in future to hold a meeting of the committee on the first Monday in each month at -1 p.m, The meeting then terminated.

Sudden Death. —Mr Alex. Livingstone the well-known stationer, died at Dunedin on Wednesday.

S.C. Mounted Rifles, —A parade will be held at Seadown this afternoon at 3 o’clock, after which a lieutenant will bo elected. A full muster is requested.

Woodbury School. —The annual social in aid of the prize fund of this school is to come off on Friday, the 25th inst„ when refreshments, good music, and an efficient M.C. will be provided. Measles. —Measles are very prevalent in Fairlie at present. The school has been closed, and, to re-open again in two weeks. It has affected the school materially, no less than 40 cases having been reported up to data.

Cribbage.—A cribbage match was played at Worry’s Temperance Hotel, Timaru, on Tuesday last between Temuka and the Timaru Invincible clubs. A very enjoyable evening was spent. Temuka was defeated, the scores being : —fnvincibles : singles 09, doubles 30, total 99. Temuka : singles 58, doubles 19, total 77. Dramatic Society.—A meeting of the committee of the Temuka Musical and Dramatic Society was held on Tuesday evening. Mr Theo. Goy presided. The business of the evening was to arrange for the second performance, and after some consideration the comedy of “ Checkmate ” was decided upon. The caste was arranged, and pai-ts will be issued at once.

Temuka Government Buildings. —Mr Schwartz, Inspector of Government Buildings, visited Temuka in reference to the proposed alterations in connection with the post and telegraph office and the courthouse. His views on the question have not transpired, but it is rumoured that the present post office may be converted into a residence, and the post office transferred to additions to be made to the courthouse. It is to be hoped that a good ship will not be spoiled for a penn’orth of tar. The combined business of the post office and police court justifies the erection of a thoroughly convenient andhandsomebuilding with ample accommodation for a married postmaster.

Standard Seeds. —Messrs Nimmo & Blair have forwarded us, through their local agent, Mr H. T. Clinch, one of their handsome seed catalogues for 1900. As far as its “ get up ” is concerned, the catalogue is a work of art, and it could hardly be excelled for its particular purpose, that is the laying before the gardener, amateur, or otherwise, a very complete list of flower and vegetable seeds, shrubs, trees, and plants, as well as many useful adjuncts to the farm, orchard, and greenhouses. Those who desire to keep themselves up-to-date should consult this catalogue, the fortunate possessor of which will find in it many valuable hints. A number of novelties in flowers are mentioned and attention is drawn to all the latest varieties of fruits. The firm make a unique offer by which £lO can bo obtained for nothing. How this can be done will be ascertained by reference to the catalogue or by application to the agent. Personal. —We regret to learn that the Rev. W. Tinsley is at present suffering from a serious attack of inflammation of the eyes, and is confined to his room. After officiating in the Wesleyan Church, Temuka, on Sunday morning, the rev. gentleman drove to Orton, and conducted a service there. Prom there he drove to Bangitata Island, and while on his way ho noticed that one of his eyes had been affected by the cold, and was very painful. However, he conducted the service in the schoolroom, and then went to Mrs Buck’s, where he stayed the night. On reaching there both eyes were very painful, and homely remedies were applied. Next morning he found his eyes would not bear the light, and Mrs Buck drove him home in his own buggy. Dr Warren was called in, and prescribed, and Mr Tinsley is progressing favourably. Dr Warren thinks it will be quite a fortnight before Mr Tinsley will bo able to resume bis duties. I.O.G.T.—The weekly meeting of the Good Hope Lodge, Temuka, was hold ou Tuesday evening, when there was a good attendance of members. The reports for the past quarter showed the lodge to be in a healthy condition, there being a good increase of members. After other business had been transacted, the following officers for the coming quarter were installed by Bro. Cooper, L.D., assisted by Bro. Caiu and Sister Anderson, installing marshals: —C.T., Bro. Barr; V.T., Sister Cain ; P.C.T., Sister Mcßratney; C., Sister Greaves; S., Bro. Lloyd ; A.S., Sister King; P.. 5., Sister Cameron ; T., Bro. Ayers ; M., Bro. Lyons ; D.M., Sister McCallum ; 1.G., Bro. Bowman; 0.G., Bro. Preddy. A vote of thanks was passed to the outgoing officers. Refreshments were then handed round by the sisters of the lodge, to which full justice was done by all. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to the sisters for providing and dispensing the refreshments. Songs were sung by Sister Mcßratney and Bro. Wotton, recitations were given by Sister Greaves and Bro. Cain, and Bro. Barr contributed a humorous reading. The meeting Has then closed in the usual manner.

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Football—Representative match Ellesmere v. South Canterbury at Temuka on Saturday. New Zealand Clothing Factory (J. M. South, manager, Timaru)—Men’s hard felt hats reduced to Is.

The Christchurch Meat Company’s Trophy. PRESENTATION TO THE TEMUKA ROAD BOARD. The formal presentation to the Temuka Road Board of the valuable trophy given 1 by the Christchurch Meat Company for the best and most comprehensive exhibit at the Christchurch Winter Show of farm and dairy produce grown by settlers in any road district in Canterbury, was made • i Tut slay atTemukain the Volunteer Hall. The ceremony was looked forward to with some little interest, and as a consequence the building was well filled. By arrangement, the members of the Temuka Road Board postponed their ordinary luncheon in order to entertain visitors from Christchurch, and shortly after the arrival of the North express a representative part/ assembled at Mr O’.Douohue’s Crown Hotel. Among those present were Messrs J. Talbot, B. R. Macdonald, J. N. Feilden, P. Coira, J. Maze, members of the Road Board ; Mr M. Quinn, president, and Mr P. Wareing, vice-president of the Temuka and Geraldine A. & P. Association ; Messrs J. Blyth and J. Ash well, chairman respectively of the Temuka and Arowhenua Town Boards ; Mr James Guild (Trevenna), representing the directorate of the Christchurch Meat Coy.; Messrs G. J. Mitchinson, travelling representative, end Mr Bowie. Timaru manager for the same company ; Messrs J. B. Wareing, H. T. Clinch, and others. Apologies for absence were received from Messrs J. T. M. Hay hurst, J. Hoi well, and E. R. Guinness. After lunch an adjournment was made to the hall, where the trophy was displayed upon the stage, together with a number of framed pbotoa of it, intended for presentation to those who contributed to the exhibit. The trophy was inspected by a large number of settlers prior to the more formal proceedings, and was greatly admired. Mr M. Quinn, president of the Temuka and Geraldine Agricultural and Pastoral Association, who presided, said he was proud to ba there as a member of the Temuka Road District and share with othera the pleasure of receiving the very handsome trophy won at the last show in Christchurch, and they as Temuka people ought to bi proud too. Most of them would be well aware of the richness of the lands about Christchurch—Papanui, Ellesmere, Kaiapoi Island, Marshlands, and other places—and they might well feel proud that this district had more than held its own against these prolific spots, and was now not merely, as hitherto, a mere dot ou the map of Canterbury. r t was evident that if the residents wo Id give to their lands the same care and attention as those about Christchurch did the results would ba even greater than they now were. He trusted the wincing of this trophy would be the means of infusing fresh vigour into the people of the district and make them realise that they are living in one of the best districts of Canterbury. He could not let this occasion pass without mentioning the valuable work done by the Christchurch Meat Company in as isting the development of the histrict, the exsenaion of its shipping, etc. As an old shareholder in the VVashdyke works, be could say that although they at one time thought they were doing great things their operations were a mere bagatelle to those of the present company. The company had paid them £25,000 before they made any start, but even since then the bu-iness lines upon which the company was run had put thorn and* of pounds into the pockets of the farmers and had greatly increased the value of land. The company, they would agree, were deserving of the thanks of every farmer in the district, Before sitting down ho would like to say a few words in connection with the trophy. It was practically won through the exertions of one or two. Ho knew himself how great an interest Mr A. VV. Gaze had taken in the subject from the very time he organised the root show at Temuka, and he had been fortunate in enii-ting such able help as that given by Mr Clinch. They d served thanks and praise as having been instrumental in bringing tm trophy to Temuka. He would now ask Mr Jam< s Guild, as representing the Meat Company, to hand the trophy to Mr G. Rhodes, the .worthy president of the Canterbury A, and P. Association.

Mr Guild said that, as the chairman had told them, he was there to represent the Meat Company, and he felt in a rather novel position, lie would have to produce his credentials. These consisted in a letter from Mr Gilbert Anderson stating that other business prevented his attendance, and asking him to take his place on the occasion. Continuing, Mr Guild .said that although he had accepted the position he would have to paddle hij own canoe, for he hardly knew what was the motive the company had in presenting the trophy. No doubt it was to increase the output of stock, and thus secure for themselves a certain proportion of offal, etc., for conversion into manures, and so forth, and although it might be said there was an element of self about this, yet when they looked at it properly they would see that if the company encouraged them to grow the beat of roots for fattening stock, the district must be the gainer in proportion. The exhibition made by the Road Board settlers in Christchurch was, he understood, the outcome of the root show at Temuka. He could not claim to have any share in that show, for he had treated the matter rather coldly, and might do so yat. He had been present atone meeting where there had been a lot of enthusiasts, he could hardly recall who, but remembered Messrs Wareing, Holwell, E. Richardson (where was he, by the way?), the Hon. J. M. Twomey. and others, but he ranst confess he had never been anything but lukewarm about it. However, they were pleased to have won the trophy, but he would remind them it had to be won again before they could keep it, and he would warn them they had heavy mettle to fight against. There were the Avon, Ellesmere, Lincoln, Tai Tapu, and other districts with rich soil and wealthy men willing to spare no expense to win the trophy, and they must expect a hard fight. There had been some who held aloof this year who would, no doubt, come forward next year and help, and he wished them sue; ess. As he had acid ke know little about it himself, and although he was at Christchurch as a judge in one or two classes, it was not until a l"dy pointed'out the exhibit that he knew Temuka was really represented. It was a mere chance that he was not asked to judge the Temuka exhibit. Had it happened he should have fallen into a trap. Air Guild then asked leave to digress a little, and referred to the Timaru Harbour extension, a subject on which they would have soon to vote. His attention to this had been drawn by comparison of the freight questions in New Zealand and America. There by the use of large waggons holding some 35 tons, and averaging 30 waggons to a goods train, grain was carried at a merely nominal rate, Here, with waggons like ours used, grain could not bo grown to any advantage. Tn this we might take pattern by America. At this stage Mr Jas. Scott reminded Mr Guild that farmers were present to see the trophy presented, and after a little good humoured banter Mr GuiM dropped the subject and turning to Mr Rhodes, begged him to accept the trophy in his capacity of President of the Canterbury A. and P. Association.

Mr G. H. Rhodes , in accepting the trophy said ho stood there with a great deal of diffidence, for it was the first occasion upon which he had been asked to address a Temuka audience. He had felt reassured, however, when he reflected that he was not altogether a stranger in the district. lie had spent happy days in Temuka fishing and so forth, and his family had special claims to be known in this locality. It was a peculiar coincidence, bub bo esteemed it a happy one, that he happened to be President of the Canterbury A. and P. Association when a district in which he could not bub feel interested had won this tropin. He felt very proud to hand it over to them, but was ashamed that his own district of Ellesmere had nob come forward and competed for it. Even if they had it would have made them put their best leg forward During the preparations for the show he had watched with interest the staging of the Road Board exhibits, and it was not long

before he made up his mind that Temuka must win. He had felt ashamed that these exhibits could not have had more space allotted them. Those who visited the Dunedin Winter Shows would have noticed that the exhibits were raised up, and although they had to be closely inspected for judging purposes, yet the general effect was much enhanced by this arrangement A winter enow would never be attractive without these exhibits, and they required plenty of space. He hoped they would pardon him if he digressed a little, but he would still confine himself to show and agricultural matters, but he wished to point out to them how necessary it was to have a suitable hall, and he hoped they would take an interest, if it was only individually, in the Agricultural and Industrial Hall to be erected in Christchurch in memory of Canterbury’s Jubilee. He thought as farmers they could reasonably assist in this project. He had little more to say, but would like to congratulate the Hoad Board district on having wou the trophy. He thought thanks were due to those gentlemen who took so much trouble to collect exhibits, and also to ad the exhibitors on the stall. He could not say he hoped to see them win it again, for as a farmer in aao;her district he should do his best to win it, but as nothing was done without competition he should by no means grudge it to them if they win. He had great pleasure on behalf of the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association in asking Mr Talbot to assume tho custody of the trophy so creditably won by farmers in the Temuka Road Board district. (Applause). Mr Talbot accepted the trophy, and read a telegram from Mr Gilbert Anderson regretting his inability to attend, congratulating the district on having won the trophy, and expressing a hope that the settlers would win it again. (Applause). It was needless to say that he received that trophy at Mr Rhodes’ hands with a great deal of pleasure, and was proud to see it come to Temuka. Like his friend Mr Guild, he had not been particularly warm about the show, but he was glad their forebodings had not been realised. Having won the trophy, they had now to keep it. (A voice : "We mean to.”) Quite right, but to keep it they must work for it. He was fully persuaded that if this district lost it the district which wou it would deserve it. It had beeu stated that the Meat Company might have some object in view in giving this trophy, but it must be conceded that even if they wished to farther their own ends the success of the company meant the success of the district. (Hear, hear.) He was sure they had reason to thunk the company for its enterprise, and they were much indebted to Mr Rhodes for coming so far to make the presentation, and for the kindly interest he had evinced in their district. He accepted the trophy with great pleasure on behalf of the farmers iu the district, who, he was very sure, would now do their best not to let i r . away again. He had given a receipt for it, and was entitled to hold it until June. If not won then it must be handed over. It wai for them to see that it did not leave the district again.

iVlr G. J MBchin»on then rend the follow-ini? list of contributors to tie exhibition : Or J. ci. Hayes Messrs J. Christmas Win. Ackroyd J. B. Wareing Chas. Bisdee W. Brogden Donald Grant Alex. R isset A. W. Gaze Chas. Story Richard Marshall John Holwell Fred. Parke Geo, J. Levens Ed. Mackenzie Wm. Ross John Bennett P. Coira Ed. Lee D. McCallum T. Hart Geo. Hedges J. Ash well J. Scott J. T. M. Hayhurst W. Holwell Mrs J. Barrett.

These, he said, were all entitled to a framed photograph of the trophy given them as a memento of cheir efforts. There was a photograph for one who was not in the Road District. He referred to Mr H. T. Clinch, who had taken charge of the exhibit, visited Christchurch before the show to stage, and done so much towards winning the trophy. He had worked so hard that he could not sleep until the award was made. He was sure they would agree he was worthy of a memento also. (Applause). Mr Clinch, in accepting the photograph, said that his work had been a labor of love, for be was a believer in the district. From the first he had felt confident of winning, aud he was certain if they backed him up, for what he had already done he would do again, they co ild win it again and keep it. He knew wed the Ejretou and Avon districts desired to win, and their representatives had told him that the trophy would not stay iu Temuka long, but he said, “ No, it had come to them and it would have to stop.” He was not a public speaker, but he thanked them for their appreciation of his services, and hoped they would be utilised again. Mr P. Wareing moved a hearty vote of thanks to the Christchurch Meat Company. Whether their motives were selfish or otherwise the result to the district was the same. Without being at all fulsome he could say that the company was the moat enterprising in Canterbury.—The motion was carried with applause.

Mr Rhodes moved a vote of thanks to the chairman, and, this having: been acknowledged, the meeting dispersed. The trophy is on view in Mr H. T. Clinch’s window, and will remain there for a lime prior to being placed in the Road Board office. Contributors who did not receive their photographs in the hail can. do so on application at Mr Clinch's premises.