TOWN & COUNTRY

Timaru Herald, Volume LXXXI, Issue 12477, 14 September 1904, Page 2

TOWN & COUNTRY

It jr understood that the groceis of Timaru have refused to quote sporial terms for the Civil Servants' Cash Purchase Association.

A man who until :o cnt'y has kept the tollgatc at Waiwakaiho, vicar New Plymouth, has gone to Kiwlnnd to pccnro n legacy of £SOOO. The (ieraldinc Mounted Rifles parade at Winchester to-morrow afternoon. Intending recruits are requested to turn up at this parade. A ploughing match under the auspices of the Waimate A. and P. Association will be held near Studholme to-morrow. At tempting prize list has been issued, and there should, therefore, bo a largo field of competitors.

At a meeting -of tbo promoters of the Municipal Band scheme, held lust evening, it was decided, in view of the adverse decision of the Borough Council regarding the guarantee asked for, that it would be useless to proceed further. The project is therefoic abandoned. The "Gazette" of the Bth instant sets out that licensts to fish for trout shall be —£l for men and 5s for women and boys, "for the whole «oason"; the Order-in-Council is silent us to half-yearly, monthly or weekly licenses, and apparently these are done away with. A good many lovers of fishing will not like this change.

The Legislative Council yesterday agreed to the Attorney-General's'motion ,ic Chinese, iu the Transvaal. Our report of the sitting of the House of Representatives is interesting. The Licensing Bill was taken in committee, and a discussion lasting the whole afternoon and night, resulted in several important clauses being stiuck out. The Bill was left at an interesting stage. Not many moons ago, says tbo " Poverty Bay Herald," the Hon. J. Carroll and party with much ceremony " turned the first sod" in connection with the building of the Tologa Bay bridge. The timber has now arrived on the scene, but nowhere can the spot where the Ministerial excavation was made be found, nor can anyone point out its position to the contractors. The following handicaps have been "declared by Mr E. K. Taaker for the Temuka Gun Club's match which takos place to-mororw, starting at 10.30 a.m. : —D. Taylor 21 yards, A. Brown 21, J. Findlay 21. W. H. Brown 21, J. Deßenzy 22, J. Eilis 22, J. Trezisc 22, T. Jcsscp 23, J. Mitchell 23, T. H. Stocker 24, C. F. Palmer 24, F. Taskcr 24, W. Stevens, jun., 24, E. Butcher 25, T. Chambers 25, H. Smallridge 26, F. A. Franks 26, C. Ward 26, E. E. Taskcr 26, J. H. Jones 28.

Mr Gow, Chief Inspector, concluded the examination of the Timanj Main School yesterday, by inspecting the gir.Y physical exercises and the boys' drill, which were postponed from Thursday lost on account of wet weather and muddy grounds. The gir's went through their wand, dumbbell and club exercises in the quadrangle, and the cadets were put through vurious movements and exercises on the playground. The two companies of cadets, senior and junior, made u fine show when extended in line or marching about in a bedy. The seniors wevo put through various'active field movements by Major Crawshaw, and the juniors were put through marching movements. A still younger squad was exercised by a tiny sergeant in good style. The quarterly meeting of the Oeraldinc Licensing Committee was held at Tcmuka vesterdav afternoon. Present —Messrs C. A. Wray, S.M. (chairman), J. Blyth, T. Buxton,"nnd U. R. Mncdonnld. The police reported that the hotels in the district were conducted in a satisfactory manner. An application for a transfer of the accommodation license of the Rangitatn Bridge Hotel from Mr D. R. Petrio to Mr W. N. Jones was granted (Mr Raymond appeared for applicant). An application for the confirmation of the transfer of the license of the Wobe'cy Hotel from Mr .7. A. Goldinir to Mr W.'.l. Palmer was also granted (Mr Raymond for applicant). In reply to the chairman, Colistalile Gil'espic st.ated the management of the hotel had greatly improved. This being all the business, the committee ro*e. St. Andrews was accorded a treat on Monday evening, in the shape o£ a cantata entitled " Under the Palms," rendered by the St. Andrews Piesbyterian Church choir. It is seldom the pcop'o living in the country surrounding Timaru have an opportunity afforded them of bearing good music, but when they do they appreciate it. A laige number of peop c attended to bear the cantata on Monday night, and the music was appreciated very much. The Rev. Mr Chappie wielded the baton, and the following, besides singing in chorus, took, leading solos and duels:—Messrs Campbell, A. Williams. Russell and Rev Mr Chapp'e, Misses Watt, Lyall, Caguc, Bruce, Bates, M/>yle, Anderson and Mrs Movie. Instrumental music was supplied by Mr Cunningham (violin), Mr A. Williams (clarionet), and Miss Lyall (organ).It must be gratifying to St. Andrews people to know that when good music is required it is unnecessary to go away from home.

A meeting of the Winchester School CommittcQ. wqs held on Monday night. Present—Messrs W. Deßcnzy (chairman), J. Wilks, F. Heron. J. Boston, and F. W. Shallard, hon. secretary. The headmaster reported that there were 93 names on the roll, and that 88 children were present that day. He stated that the Inspectors had paid their annual visit on August 31st, and that proficiency certificate* nad bSen gained by Standard VI. pupils. It was decided to effect some small repairs to the building, and Messrs Wilks and Boston agreed to do the work. The hon. secretary reported that the net proceeds of the concert amounted to £5 lis 4d. Accounts amounting to £3 3s 9d and all concert accounts were passed for payment. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mr (t. H. Bryant for the loan of his piano. It was decided to hold a social in aid of the piano fund during the week ending October 15th, and to leave the arrangements in the hands of the teachers.

At the Christchurch City Council meeting on Monday a special committee reported having met the directors of the Bank of New Zealand and recommended the Council to offer £12,500 for a strip of ground eighteen and a half feet wide on the Colombo street frontage of the bank properly. The Council adopted the recommendation. The original offer made by the Hank was to sell at £14,500. Tho Abattoir Committee repotted having held a conference with tho Christcliureh Meat Company to arrange the abattoir fees to bo paid by the company, and recommended all stock slaughtered for beef to be sold in the Christcliureh abattoir district bo slaughtered in the abattoir and .subject to ordinary abattoir lees, the company having the right to remove offal ; the company to undertake not to slaughter for other purveyors within the abattoir district; the company to pay the Council £4OO per annum for permission to sell in its retail' shops within the district meat other than beef slaughtered at the company's me'it export s'aughtcrhouse. The report was adopted. An adjourned meeting of those interested in getting up a bicycle rood race at Plensant Point was held in the Oddfellows' Hall on Monday evening last, a good number being present. The committee appointed to report on the course selected condemned a portion of the road as too rough for racing, especially after rain; and after a great deal of discussion a former resolution that ihe course be eight times round " the bloclt*' was rescinded. An excellent' course on the main road between the Levels Valley road junction and Kutherlands was substituted, the distance agreed on being about 25 miles. From « spectator's point of view, the race should bo interesting, as it was arranged that the beginning, middle and end of the race should be at Pleasant Point. October 13th was the date fixed for the race, and October 3rd tho day on which the entries should close . Prizes of £l. £2 10s, £1 10s mid 15s will be awarded, as wdl as a special prize of £2 2s for Ihe fastest time. The secretary reported that subscriptions wero coming 'in freely. Several other matters weio arranged by the meeting, and some minor details left to the secretary (Mr A. Lambert) and the chairman (Mr W. Andrew).

The Timnru horso parade will be held i.n the 24th inst. on the native roeonr*. Maori Hill. Kntrics fall duo ou the 22nd inst. The committee of the Wharf Labourer* Shelter .Shed desire to thank Mr W. J. Ilardßley for a donation of illustratod ) papers and mngnzlnes for the Use of member*. An addition 12ft by Oft is to be niado to tho railway station buildings at WinChester. The, now room will bo littedi ui) for postal and telegraphic work, and should prove a. great convenience. Mr A. Bourn offers a special nrli* of £1 Is to the rider putting u|i a new record in the road race, Timaru to Temuka and back, to-morrow. Competitors are to be at the starting post tit 2 o'clock sharp.

Tho oflico-bcaieis of Trinity Church have decided to hold their ainiivi'isiiry on October 16th, and to invite the Rev. .Tames Chisliolm, of Iloslyn, to conduct the services. It was also decided to hold tt rose show, combined with a musieaJ entertainment, j>n Thursday, November 24th, in Trinity Hull, in aid of the organ fund.

A young singer may have certain superb notes' born with him, which leave uotlilntf to be wished, but ho will have other note* less pure, less vigorous, less full. These notes he must equalise with th* stronger by culture. A "Lipp," "Colloid ami Col lard," or " JJroadwood " piano will insist. Handsome in appearance, excellent in tone, thev have every point to recommend them to the prudent buyer, and can be inspected at the Dresden Piano Company's showrooms, ' In reference to the reply from the Minos Department to a'northern (School Committees Association, regarding tho supply of State mint* coal 1« school committees, (ho chaiiiusn oi the Main School Committee •snvß-that the local schools have not. applied for any such supply. He himself thought it better, even it (he .State coal was a little cheaper, to conllmio buying fiom html dealers and keep their sympathy, which often to»lc a veiy welcotno and tangible form. What was saved one way might easily be lost in another, The usual monlhlv meeting of (he Timaru Mechanics' Institute Committee was held lust evening in the Library Hall, Mr W. H. Munro presiding. There Were also present Messrs Smith, Foden, Macintosh and Staplcton (secretary). Messm Orwitt and Scott scut apologies. The Librarian'* report for tho month was read and adopted. Accounts were passed for payment, nnd it was decided to prosecute the renovating of building as funds permit. Tho Librarian will be pleased to receive donation* towards this work from subscriber*, a» the funds in hand lo date aro not atnpld to do more than half the repairs required to the building.

Willi regard to tbo drop of 40» in tbo New Zealand 3 per cent*., which wo referred to yesterday, the Premier has received word from the AgentGeneral that there was a general decline in (he market of 10s. An to the lcmainiiig 50s, that is the half year's interest which becomes duo on October Ist, and the,eiiNlnnt of tbo market to that nil stocks are quoted less the halt year's interest from the first of the month previous to which the interest is payable. At the Police Court, Dunedin, yestorday. a test caso was brought against Mrs Smith, who was fined 2s 6d and costs for a breach of the Shop* Act. She is A florist, but sells fruit In one half of tbo shop on Wednesdays. Her counsel asked for a definite ruling, and Mr Grnham said Hint though fruiterers could sell on tbo same day it wag unfair competition never intended" by the legislature. Superior wearing qualities arc found in the drive-chain of the new McCormick binder. The links have a large bearing surface, while the pins on which tfio links turn are made of hpcelal grade steel.—(Advt.) In this store first consideration —quulity, , then price—quality outward, quality Inward. Many a good piece of dress stuff is spoilt every season through dressmakers using inferior linings that havo'nt enough texture to keep the dressln shupe | in tTio prices here given for costumos made complete allowance is made for the very best of good linings and furnishings. Under these circumstances you'll admit prices bote quoted are very low:—Neat looking ennvas voile in sago green, coslumo Complete 50s; pale blue and champagne canvas voile, with small knop, a smart looking costume for 42s 6dj pretty light grey, light blue ■iiid light lesida green hopsac canvas with tinv white speck, costume complete for 40s; woollen cnlivas voiles in pale gio»n, light grey, and mid blues, costume complete for 45s i pretty champagne canvas voile, with special lining to matoli, costume complcto for 455; dark blue wool crcpc-do-chenc, coslums to order for 62s 6dj smart costume to order for 62s 6d of canvas voile with large self coloured woven spot, very pretty pale green lino canvas matting, with small silk stripe, costume complete for 555. Penrose h Drapery Establishment.—(Advt.) Mons. Kdward ParlovlU, the eminent Polish pianist, who is at present playing in Christchurch, and who comes hero with Mr Watkin Mills on tbo 9lh, says "Iho Mpp" Ih undoubtedly ono of the host in. tlrumcnts that come* to the colonic*. We believe that Mons. Parlovitu Ims engaged one from the Dresden Piano Company, and will use it at tbo Tiinaru concert. (Advt.) Rheumatism can b© Cured.—Do nob suffer from rheumatism. Ono application of Chamberlain's Pain Balm gives relief, and its continued use will bring <ibout a permunent cuie. For sale by J. C. Ouale, Chemist. (Advt.)

Tlio large trado dono by Mr A. Gabitee doling their sale proves to na that the bargains offered by this firm are apprectnted by the public of South Canterbury. This week wo understand special value is being offered in sheetings, towels, quilts, and ladies' and gents' boot* and shoes. Very special inducements arc offered to largo buyers; heads of families would do well to note those foots.— (Advt.) Free wheels, free wheels, free wheels! The first business in Timnru to fit free wheels, and still going bard. No matter what make or style; don't think your cycle too old to bo " free whoelod." From 13s 6d upwards. Bring it to Scott's.— C. W. Wood, manager.—(Advt.) A Good Letter.—l have much pl'casure in writing you of the benefits 1 have derived from the use of Chamberlain's Stomach ond Liver Tablets. I had suffered for some time from my liver, but am ,ploased to soy that I found Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets were all thoy wore said to be. The boauty of th«n is that you con leave them off and not feel any effect from their discontinuance.—Mrs Lillle Clarke, Newland Street, Waverley, Sydney. For sal* by J. C. Oddie, Chemist. Advt.)

" Chilblains ? "—Just apply " Bock's Balm." Will also heal socs as. by "magic." To avoid stickiness, rub a littlo French chalk or common flour on the parts. A few drops of the "Balm" taken on sugar will quickly relievo and cure the most ob. stinato cough, soro throat, croup, bronchitis or asthma. The price (Is 6d) will be refunded if not approved of as per guarantco form.' Apply leading chemists and stores.

"Indigestion and Its Cure" is the text of a valuable booklet to bo issued by the proprietors of " CuroHypo," the great herbal remedy for indigestion. This I famous medicino can now bo had of the leading chemists and stores on upproval; the price (1b 6d) may bo refunded if nob up to expectation, as per terms on our guarantee forms. " Curo" 1b muoh esteemed ae an opening medicine, is pleasant to take, and purely herbal. (Advt.) We stock tlio above lines. J. King and Coy.- (Adr*.) TIMARU CITY RIFLKS' SOCIAL. A very enjoyable social and dunce woie hold in tlio Assembly Rooms last night, tendered by the Timurn City Rifles us a compliment to donors of prizes in the past season. There was a good muster ot members of the corps, find a numerous attendance of their friends, forming altogether a comfortable joomful. An excellent concert programme was given in tho oarly part of the evening, opening with an orchestral selection. Songs wore rendered bv Miss M. Hole ("Gondola Dreams"), Mrs Moore (" Sunshiiio and Rain," encored), Sergeant Porter I" The Veteran "), Sergeant Shaw ("The King's Courier"), and Messrs T. Palliscr (" The Deathless Army") and S. Gilchrist ("Tho Gladiator," oncorod). Messrs Pallisor and Shaw sang tho duet " Army and Navy," and Captain Moore gave an excellent recitation. Mr C. Collins, who accompanied tho stngois, and Colour-Sergeant Buys, contributed pianoforte and flute soli respectively. Without exception, tlio items of tlio programme were given very well, and tho whole concert was, if'short, sweet, and much enjoved. The floor wos clvaicd at about 9 o'clock, and dancing began at 10 p.m., to the music of Mr Langdown's orchestra. This was the last social of the season given by (Jie corps, and was a very onjoyablo wind-up to tho scries. "SCOTTISH SONG AND STORY." Miss Flora F. Donaldson and Mr Gavin Science, tho world-renowned exponents of Scottish song and story (who will appear in Tiinuru for one nigl'it ouly on Wednesday, September 21st) liovo made their successes in the colony assured by tlio reception accorded them by a largo and enthusiastic audience in duo Garrison Hull, Duncilin, on tho occasion of their first appearance in New Zealand. They arrivod hero with tbo highest credentials from Britain, Canada, United States, and Australia ; but to New Zcalanders tho favourable verdict of n critical Duncdin audience is of more value than all foreign testimonials. We have now befnre us the verdict passed on thorn bv the "Otngo Daily Times" and "Evening' Star" of tho 13th, and they uro

unanimous in stating that the quality of the entertainment could not be excelled, nothing being heard in the colony approaching it since the visit of the celebrated Kennedy family. The " Otago Daily Tim«s " says that Miss Donaldson has an unusually fine, and well trained soprano voice, and sings' the Scottish ballads with a rare fectiveness in which the taking quality of her,.: voice aids" not.: a little. t Mr Gavin Spence, who takes on his shoulders the. laroer; share of the programme, appeared in full. Highland costume, and between the vpcal'items he supplied a number of huMprous Scottish ancedotes which, told in capital* style, proved exceedingly interestingaid divertingly droll,' being well chosen forj ; tbeir purpose. • „ Besides; being! a' successful "raflpuntenr, Mr Spehce possesses a : veiy-true and : .pleasing tenor Voice, -winch he. uses with excellent judgment, and the audience found manifest delight in his rendering of such' numbers- as "'" Jessie's Dream," "Afton Water T "' "The Hundred Pipers," and "Bonnie Lass,"-all of:which were most artistically treated. Mr Spence also gave a recitation, humorous as well as instructive, entitled l " Scotch Words." In the singing of Miss Flora! Donaldson, nowever, those present had a particular treat last evening, and her reception was enthusiastic.

SYNOPSIS OF NEW ADVERTISE MENTS.

.Moss Jonas —Sells furniture, etc.,, to-day. . Canterbury Farmefs' Co-operative Association—Horse- sale at" Studholme on Friday next. "'•>■ ■■ .' ■i.-.r.'i^ J. B. Rutland—Sells'-'shrubs, plant*, ixuit;,;trees;. on 'Saturday:. l '

'/ NjaJSonalriMortgage- and. Agency Company —TSfc.fAndr.ews..sale onr.Friday..., ~.-"■.',';-",

.Guinness-, and ..LeCren, .:• tamitjei---St. ."Andrews side •on; Friday*.- Temuka sale on Tuesday, horse sale -at :Studholme on 29th inst, town properties at Timaru on 24th inst. ,

Theatre Royal—Scotland, in song and . story 21st inst. '..--• Champion Ranges—May be obtained from all ironmongers." H. H: Webb—Has John Spencer - and Co.'g English pianos. R-. P. Thompson, St. Andrews—lnvites tenders for gorse work. Timaru Horse Parade —On native reserve, Maori Hill, 24th inst. J. G. Cowan^—Tailor-made "costumes, orders being received. The v Oldsmobile —Up-to-date car; quotatiohßvby B. McKnii?ht. .-.

,Bot." McKnight-—lmportant notice to. cycle; riders. CycteTrades road race—Special prize for rat* to-morrow.

' McGruer, Dayies and- Co.—Details of spring and summer openings. Funeral' notices—By J. Radcliffe, and F. Beri. Wanteds—Seven notices.