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Taranaki Herald, Volume LXI, Issue 144131, 28 June 1913, Page 7

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(From Our Own Correspondent.) A sad accident occurred in the township on Tuesday last, when Mrs. Drader’s eldest son was thrown from his horse and had 1 the misfortune to break his leg. After a little delay he was conveyed to the New Plymouth Hospital in Mr. Anderson’s car, and was there properly attended to. According to latest advices he is progressing favourably, although it will be sonic time beiore ho will be about again. . , , . The Oka to Domain is now looking in good trim and only needs willing workers to make it a cosy nook for the coming summer. Local residents wishing to make the best use of the above would, I am sure, be deeply indebted to those in authority wore the swing bridge over the Kaihihi River either ro-crccted or repaired, for in its present state it is a danger and- a menace to the public. The fine weather of late has caused many of the farmers to make, _ themselves busy- Plentv of slag being on band operations should lie pushed along and preparation made for the coipuig season. Several local farms are changing hands, and in a few weeks new faces will be scan in the district,'. Among those who will bo leaving are Mr. A. Gray and Air. Delhi, who will bo greatly missed by the friends they have made. Mr. Gray’s stock, I am told, fetched a good pvico at the Stony River sale this week, where they were put up for sale. Roller skating is making headway, now-chums adding themselves week by week. A "nod crowd turns out each skating night, and plenty of fun is given for the onlookers’ money. The ladies’ class on AVednesday was well attended. good progress being made by the indies. This class will be continued weekly, provided a sufficient number attend.