TOWN & COUNTRY.

Timaru Herald, Volume XC, Issue 13294, 24 May 1907, Page 4

TOWN & COUNTRY.

The Timaru High Schools open lint second twin on Tuesday next. New pupils will be enrolled on opening day. Shareholders of the Pioneer Terminating Building (Society meet at (he Sophia Street Hall this evening at 8 o'clock, to ileal with ballots and sales. Yesterday Captain Edwin advised as follows:—"Moderate to strong westerly winds; glass little movement; tides good; sea moderate; rain probable." In reply to ii message from Mr ¥. l'alliser, the Hon. W. Hall-Jones, ActingPremier, sends' word that he is making as favourable progress as can be •expected, and thanks Mr Pallker for his kind message. The many friends of Miss Rowley, infant mis-tress at the Waiuudaitai School, will regret to hear'that, her health is still far from what it should be, and she ha.s been compelled to apply for an extension of her leave of absence. In investigating a criminal charge against Henry Peacock, engraver, the Wellington police discovered on accused's premise* a plant for manufacturing counterfeit coins, and a nuriiber of the coins. The moulds were for making half crowns and half sovereigns, and the same metal was used in each case.' Three applications were received for the position of janitor at the Wahnataitai 'School, and the chairman and secretary of Ihe committee, in whose hands the matter was placed, have selected Mr A. Wilson. Mr Wilson is a married man, who recently arrived from Scotland, and he brings with him testimonials and references- which .show him to be an excellent man for the position. The fortnightly meeting of the Southburn Young People's Guild was held on Tuesday .night. The meeting■ took'' the form of a debate,- " If the' young colonials emigrated to' a new country,.'would' they make as much progress as their forefathers did'in New; Zealand." A spirited 1 debate followed, Mrs Evans leading for'the affirmative, and Mies A. Ward for the; negative, resulting in a win for' the negative, the Rev. Mr Chappell acted ;is' judge, the chair being occupied by Mr Ward.

A discussion took place at the Borough Council meeting- last night on the question of arching ' over tho" concrete drain at Whales' Creek, as requested by the Beautifying Association. The . overseer 1 ; estimated the- cost at 3s 1 4d per fbob run. The Mayor recommended' that the: work be'done, "for the benefit of the public:. Councillor Sealey mentioned an alternative suggested at the Association's meeting, that the filling could be .sloped on each side to the drain, and the latter could be hidden by rows of shrubs. ■ An advantage of this course would be that the drain could be swept out now and then.

With the rise in (he price of Hour of £1 per ton, an addition of £d to theprice of- the loaf of bread was expected, and talked about, but the addition lias not yet been made. A meeting of tin'. Master Bakers' Association is to hi* held next Tuesday to consider the matter. In the meantime a circular has been sent M each non-associated baker, asking him to attend the meeting or .vend a letter undertaking to join the Association and abide by its decisions. The circular suggests that the non-associated tradesmen ought, to join, and not accept for nothing tho benefit* won for the trade by the Association, lb is also suggested that the Association may decide not to raise the price of bread unless that invitation is accepted.

The skating rink at the Drill Hall was well patronised last evening, when the All Nations Carnival was held. The balcony and side seats were crowded with 'spectator, of whom thel-e were probably SCO present,, while the floor, which was reserved for those in fancy dress, was oecu- 1 pied by about, 100 skaters. Many of the fancy dresses .were very clever, and the judges had no easy task in allotting the prizes. The first prize was won by Mi«s Waters, whose dress as a Maori was very striking. The second' prize fell to Miss Nesbit, who represented an Indian. J. Lawrie as "Wee McGreegor" took first prize for men, the second prize being allotted to Mr J. Shanks a-s "The Braw Hielandman." A potato race proved an interesting item, this event being won by Mr W. Hilton, with Mr Donovan (Christchurch) second.

At last meeting of the Board of Managers of the Temuka Technical Classes, Mr H. M. Mile?, the chairman, reported that in company with Messrs Cooper, Mcleod and Armitage ho had waited on the Minister of Education with reference to the need for better .accommodation' for the woodwork classes, and had suggested f an addition to the carpentry .room. The Minister had asked thai the request be put in writing, and tint an estimate of the cost of making the extension, and a sketch of tlte work be submitted to the Department. The'question of the disposal of the articles was brought up and it was decided to give pupils the option of purchasing the articles, and in the event of their declining to do m to sell thean by auction. The question of dealing with pupils who missed a certain' number of attendances was discussed, and it was ultimately resolved that where a pupil missed a certain number of attendances the director should have power to fill his place. The director's report showed that the average attendance was well maintained, and the visitors expressed great ' satisfaction with the work done at the wool-classing and blacksmithing classes. The well-known firm of Randrup Bros, may still be found in the same place, but not with the same machines. They are just now preparing to receive a largo shipment, 1907 models, of Randrup Popular, Centaur, and Premier machines. It would pay you to drop in for a chat. ...

LIGHT. The nights are now drawing in, and it. is necessary for cyclists riding in the evening to use a lamp. To ride under any safe. and comfortable conditions, a good gas lamp is what is really 'required, but the pleasure to be obtained from the use of a good acetyline gas lamp is very often marred by the use of inferior carbide. We have large stocks of the finest Swedish carbide. For cleaniness and light giving qualities it is unsurpassed. We havo 500 one pound tins of carbide for sale at tho extremely low price of 6d per lb. tin. We know cyclists will appreciate this lowprice—it is well known that the prices are 9d and Is, everywhere' in Timaru. Our price of 6d speaks for itself, and shows the public that wo are still continuing our policy to sell highest quality cycle and motor goods at reasonable prices. We have in stock 100 Phenomenon gas lamp*? of the latest pattern,' fitted with coloured side lights and key-locked bracket, selling at prices quite unapproachable by other firms trading in Timaru. Our price of 10s 9d stands alone. No old stock, but the latest 1907 pattern, the brightest and best. Timaru price of burners has always been is. Users of gas lamps often require new burners, and to meet this demand wo are now selling them at 6d: Every dav a bargain day with us.—Adams, Ltd., The Arcade, Timaru....

The relaying of the railway line with new sleepers and heavier rails has been coinpitted to a point within a chain or two of the Benvenue cutting. To-morrow Messrs Gerrie and C<>. will sell a large quantity of pinus insignistimber and logs on account" of Messrs Wigley and 'Thornier. Details arc advertised. It is reported that- the Railway Department at Timarn recently rejected a large quantity' of Government- State coal, which had been sent to them from Greymouth. The services of a' well known Timaru business man were secured to sell the rejected lot, which was done, wc understand, at a low figure. The Gas Company's line men, with helpers, were engaged yesterday-in lowering one of the six-inch main pipes where it passes the Post Office corner, too near tho surface to be safe if a traction engine should pass over' it. The job entailed about a chain of trenching, and a small reduction in the length of the pipe, and it was not finished at night. The Mayor said last night that the Harbour Board levy would take 4d of the general rate, but he did not think anyone should grumble—the better the harbour, the better for the town.—"You are bound to stick up for it now," said a Councillor, "m your dual capacity." '"Would you strike it out?" asked the Mayor, and the reply came promptly, "No, no; besides, you can' do it." Mr F. Paltiser, vice-chairman of the Acclimatisation Society, has received word ironi the Acting-Prenner, that next month (June} will be open for the shooting of Paradise ducks. Councillor Schmidt asked whether there were not more than 150 dogs in Thnaru, the dog tax last year yielding only £75. Others replied that there were more, but bo many of them were " under age." Councillor Waite pointed out last night that since the erection of buildings at the corner the Post. Office clock could only be seen from close by. ' He wondered whether the Government would raise the tower, to bring the clock in sight again.

The mizzle of yesterday afternoon was I succeeded last night with a fine downpour \ of rain, the fall being particularly heavy > at midnight. The rain will do great Si good, especially if it continues for .a day ; or so. To-morrow, at noon, at the National Mortgage and Agency Company's stores. ! Oamaru, will be offered a farm of 227 I acres, part of WindiTor Park estate, on account of Mr J. B. Steel. The farcn * is in splendid! order, and is admirably adapted either for cattle, sheep, or gramgrowing. V The; fifteenth annual ball of the railway i employees will be held in the Drill Hall. '•} on Julv 11th. Pox's professional band from Christchurch (said to be the best \ of its kind in the colony) is to supply the / music and the catering will be done by i Mr A. Budd. A limited number of out<v. side tickets are to be issued.

Captain William Nathaniel Chambers died at his residence. Eden street; Dunedin, yesterday. Few men were better known in maritime circles than the late Captain Chambers, and few had a longer or more eventful record at sea. Deceased was born at Great Yarmouth in 1824. and entered the Royal Navy in 1836. where he remained tffl iB4o, when he joined the merchant service. He arrived at Port Chalmers in 1861. and was engaged in the coastal trade. In~ yachting circle? Captain Chambers was also well known. Deceased leaves a widow and four daughters. Mr H. N. Southwell of Sydney visited Timaru yesterday in connection with the approachjnsr concert to be given by Mr Andrew Black, the distinguished Engl lish singer. He will be associated with a highly talented Polish violinist who has just finished an exciting concert season in Sydney. Crowds thronged the imposing Town" Hall and fairly lionised the young artist. In addition, two accomplished ladies—Miss Rosina Buckmann and Miss Bessie Beattie—help to form a very interesting party. Their concert in Timaru is fixed for Friday June 7th, and it should be a memorable success.

The first ordinary meeting of tiro Kingsdown Mutual Improvement .Society -was held in the school on Tuesday evening, •when a varied programme of songs, recitations, and readings was rendered by the members. Mr G. Hampton pre-ided over a large attendance of members and friends. The following contributed items:—Hongs by Misses Thompson (a visitor from Wellington who favoured the Society with some excellent songs), L. Monro, Campbell. J. Hampton, Mrs Robinson, Messrs G. C- Ellis and Robinson; recitations by Messrs G. Hampton and G. C. Ellis; readings bv Miss L. Munro and Mr J- G. Stewart. Miss B. Averts played an overture, and several selections were given by "Mr G. Warnock's gramapbone. • Mr G. Warnock was appointed chairman for next metling, which will be journal night, June 6th.

The best thing for nervous pale young girls is Stearns'. Wine, for it increases their strength, renews and enriches the blood, and sharpens the appetite. It is a matchless tonic... Did von ever stop to think that Chamberlains Pain Balm is an antiseptic liniment and when applied to cuts burns, bruises, causes them to heal without maturation, and fn about one-third of the time of any other treatment? For sale everywhere... SYNOPSIS OF NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

X.O- Farmers' Co-operative Association —Large clearing sale, on 29th May. N.zt L. and M.A. Co.—Albury sale, Mondav; Geraldine, Wednesday. Guinness and I^Cren—Farms for sale. Gerrie and Co.—Sell furniture, produce, timber, etc., to-morrow. C.F.C.A.—Albary stock sale, on Mondav. . W. W. Wade—Lines for special offer, to-morrow. J. T. Wotten and Co.—London cutter for riding habits and costumes. I'. Cairns —Wants to .veil I -roomed houseWilson and Co.—Wholesale agents for Chamberlain's remedies. Leonard B. James—Positive cure for chilblains. C. Bowker—Properties for siile and to let. , E. A. LtCren —Houses and section." lor Bale. Tims. Sealy. Makikihi—Wants boy for farm. Tlit at re Roy vd—To-night. "When London Wakes." Sweated Industries Exhibit—On vicw dailv, George street. Timaiu High Schools—Reopen on Tu:sdav next. Thuaru railway employees—Annual ball, on Jure 11th.

Pioneer Terminating Building SocietyMeeting, this evening. J. W. Souter—Details of special boot sale. Dr Scott—Spaniel stolen, reward for recovery. Wanteds—I wo notices.