TOWN & COUNTRY.

Timaru Herald, Volume XIIC, Issue 13958, 19 July 1909, Page 5

TOWN & COUNTRY.

The public school cadets of the Town Srhoois (*nd others who tan do do), will turn out to attend the funeral.of the late chairman of the Education Board this afternoon.

The police are keeping a. watchful eve on motorists and it is their intention to absolutely stop reckless and furious driving. Summonses have just been servedT on three more car-owners to answer charges of exceeding the speed limit in tho borough.

Air Hawley, Collector of Customs at Timaru, has" received instructions that in no case can New Zealand beer be lcallv sold in bulk except in tho original casks—this includes two gallon jars—which Lavo been sent out stamped from a brewery. Bottlers and liotclkcepers should not fill small kegs or jars from stamped casks, for if any unstamped two-gallon jars or kegs are found, they are likely to he seized and action taken.

Tho following is the stage manager s (Mr H. S. Moore's) caste of pncipals for the Timaru Operatic Society's production of "The Pirates of Penzance" during show week in October —.Frederick (tno Pirate apprentice), Mr R. G. Fawkner; the Pirate king, Mr A\. Jordan; Major-General Stanley, Mr H. S. Moore; Samuel (lieutenant of the Pirates), Mr E. Budd; Reuben and Jan, Mr F. "Wakeham and Mr !•'. Langdon; sergeant of police, Mr "W. Archer; Mabel, Edith, Kate, and Isabel (Major-General Stanley's daughters), Misses Violet Capstick, Ethel Foster, Rene Herdmanj and Mabel Ray; Ruth (a pirate maid of all work), Miss Gertrude Whiting.

The Star Football Club will hold their annual social on AVcdnesday next in tho Assembly Rooms. Mrs Hurdley's'band has been engaged for the occasion.

A meeting of those interested in the promotion of tho annual social at tho Waimataitai School will bo hold in tho school on next "Wednesday night at 8 o'clock.

The annual meeting of the Timaru Gun Club will be held at the Excelsior Hotel-on Friday evening. The report and balance-sheet to bo submitted will show that the club is in a sound position.

.. A fislu'ng enthusiast who writes to the "Press", has discovered that there are 153 days, in the close season for trout, and'that 78 of these have already departed—a fact, which, he says, makes him for the moment, quite cheerful.

The Hon. G. Jones wired the Minister of Justice complaining that tho management of the Oamaru Police Force from Christchurch was most unsatisfactory in the matter of suppressing illegal drinking, and asking that this should be investigated by the Police Commission. The telearam has been forwarded to Mr Bishop, who has decided to open a sitting of the Commission at Oamaru to-morrow morning.

The weather which last week had been extremely cold, took a mild turn on Saturday night, and yesterday light rain fell nearly all day. Tho frost and rain are having a bad effect on recently laid drains, and owing to their subsidence, some of the footpaths are in a dangerous state. These require tonping off with shin£rl< l . and the. west belt nnd side streets adjoining would be all the better for a good coating. Mr N. L. M'Beth, acting- secretary of the Canterbury Frozen Meat Company, in the course of an interview, said' it seemed to him that the decrease in the price of frozen meat was owing to the fact that there was no money circulating at Home. That, at any rate, was the prinicpal cause. He felt that the price at which frozen moat was selling now was ridiculously below the necessities of the position. . . .

The "Westport Labour "Union has adopted the following resolution: — ''That this union appreciates the noble stand taken by Mr A. "W. Hogg, M.P., in sacrificing his position, with its emoluments,, rather than deny his principles and act the part of a political hypocrite: and, further. w« urf" p'l workers and their dependents to loyally suonnrt and encourage him to form a distinct Labour party in the House of Representatives." The latest phase of the Young Men's Christian Association movement is the establishment in Dunedin of a branch of the "World-wide Telegraph Messengers'. Christian Association. The association was formed in London 23 years ago by Miss Synge, and there are now thousands of boys throughout the world connected with it. The most stringent of the rules of this movement are: No smoking, no gambling, no swearing, no card-playing. * The penalty for breaking these rules is usually suspension".

"A certain service book which, it is suggested should be brought into general use in the "Wellington district Pesbytcrian churches is, according to one member of the Presbytery, rather cumbrous and awkward.for a minister t« carry about with him when attending burial and other services. The member mentioned that one of his Auckland brethren had surmounted this difficulty by extracting the portions relating to the birth, death, and marriage services, and had put it in a binding for himself. He had shown it to the speaker. On the outside it bore the title 'Elementary Trigonometrv.'

The fact was that the buying powers at the other end were less than they were last year, and there was also more meat on the market. In these circumstances he thought that New Zealand '•mild have afforded to\+ake Tensor ably lower prices. The prices l now, however, were hopelessly below the value of the sheen. There was no doubt that -some kind of combination should have the effect of steadying things. 1> was a pitv. in view of the of f>e '"'eat sent away this year, to learn of t'>e suggestion of throwing it an-.iv on the. London market. He had Imd twentv-five vrar<--' extwrienc" of the frozen yipnt tra' 1 ", nnd he had nevor kno"->i in any r»ft,n>- .sf.li ; n practically the whole of the nu*n„t.

Mr I\ L. Hallcnstein, of Christchurch, who Las just returned from Sydney, states that he was very much struck with the bad impression the people of New Soutli Wales have conceived of the state - of matters prevailing iu A r e«- Zealand. The Sydney newspapers are making capital out of the fact that so many steerage passengers are coming across from New Zealand, and deduce from that that times are very bad indeed over here. The Government retrenchment scheme- and the prevalence of unemployment are cited in support of the contention that New Zealand is suffering a severe reaction from the times of splendid prosperity formerly experienced. Mr Hallcnstein said every time he had visited Sydney previously lie heard New Zealand held up by everybody as the place to make money easily in. But now pnHlic sentiment has been reversed and the Dominion is pointed to as a good place to avoid.

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An illustrated lecture will be given in St. Mary's Hall to-night by Mr G. E. Mannering, who will take as his subicct "Tho Mountain Scenery of New Zealand."

A reminder is given that the euchre party and dance of the Timaru Rifles tako place in the Drill Hall tin's evening. Those who attend can be certain of passing a very pleasant hour.

The Rangitata, like the Opilii, is reported to be teeming with trout at tho present time. The fish seen lately, have included a good proportion of big ones. The reason for this rim of fish is that they are now on their way to or retiring from the spawning beds. In. a week or two there will as usual be a groat run seawards.

At a recent meeting of the young men and women of Chalmers' Church, it was decided to finish the Sunday School Hall in commemoration of the late Rev. R. Jackson. This evening atT 7.30 there will be another meeting to '""vu? s : +l'" question of wrvsand r""a' ,c '. The building when completed will-fill in the southern portion of the section.

The arrangements for the concert to be held at the drawing of Miss Smith's art union of pictures, September 21st, 1909, advertised in another column, are in the hands of Miss Amy Smith, so an, interesting musical evening is rssurnd. Art union ti'-ket* will 'admit to the concert and for the moderate orice of 2s 6d a musical treat is offered to the public, together with a chance if winning a picture.

The Timaru Literary and Debating Society, always to the fore, have maf<e arrangements with the Rev. A. E. Hunt to deliver one of his popular dramatic lectures on the genius of Dickens. Mr Hunt's ability as an elocutionist is well known. The committee anticipating a crowded house have made arrangements for extra seating accommodation, so all things considered, the public of Timaru can depend on netting n real good entertainment. A '•li.Tae of sixpence has been made in order to defray expenses

The Dunedin Harbour Board staff, the "'Star " understands, are likely to be engaged in a sort of original research work during the next two weeks. In pursuance of the crusade' upon which lie lias s=»»t out to establish the "Board on what he considers to be a more democratic basis. Mr Belcher has given "notice of a list of questions which he wishes to be answered at next 'Mceti'i'jr. The list at present comprises tliirty-five, it is believed, but the meeting does not take place for a fortnight yet, and the list may be added to.

The Marathon race run at luvercargill last "Wednesday was done in fairly good time by the winner, 13. Stewart, who covered the classic distance, 26 miles, 386 vards in 3hrs 22Amins. The second. E. A. Allen, followed in 3.24 Previous Marathon races, open to all the world, were done in the following times:—lß96—At Athens (9» miles), C. Louis (Greece), 2.55; 1900—At Pans (25 miles), M. Tbeato (France), 2.59; 1904—At St. Louis (25 miles), r. J. Hicks (U.S.A.), 3.28: 1906—At Athens (26 miles). M. 1). Sherring (Canada) 9 .5] • I<)oS—At London (26 miles 385 yards), J. J. Hayes (U.S.A.), 2.55. An engiucer correspondent of . the "Times", after describing the now extensive use of the Marconi system for conveying news to ships at sea, 'and between England and America, and mentioning that it is as easy to transmit news to a thousand stations as to one, goes on to say: The wireless distribution of news is" quite as feasible on land as on sea. In the outlying parts of the Empire, not as yet covered by the intricate network of wires to be found in the Mother Country, "wireless" will provide a simpler and far more direct means of news distribution and intercommunication. It is proof against floods, snowstorms, and forest fires, which play such havoc with wire lines, in unfrequented ditricts; thus even in such a climate as Alaska the wireless section of the telegraphic line of communications has proved by several years of uninterrupted work, its superiority to every other form of communication. The actual speed of transmission, or number of words sent per minute, which in the early experimental stations was naturally low, is now as hiVh ni is usual on land lines. "Wireless" is less costly, both in capital, expenditure and upkeep, than wire or cable., and possesses the immense over these that station, is pelf-contained so that nothing c«n i»terrur>t communication cxee"t the destruction of the station itself. Such being its qualities, it is "lepj- that wireless is d«sti"ed to plav an i-«no-*nnt part in the development " f f'o States and Dominions of the overseas.

Zymolo Trokeys will stop that hacking cough and restore your voice to its natural tone. They are the greatest throat relief on the market. 16

Owing to an unusually large number of exchanges made recently in this district for new pianos, the Dresden Piano Co., Ltd., is in a position to offer some splendid bargains in second-hand pianos and also two harmoniums in first-rate condition. Prices from seven pounds upwards. The Dresden still leads in all qualities English and German instruments. Broadwood, Collard, Lipp, Itonisch, Bohm, and the greatest of all "the Steinway." All the leading pianists of the world use pianos of which the Dresden lias sole control throughout the Dominion. A new Broadwood piano just unpacked. Come and hear this wonderful musical instrument...

We are given to understand that owing to Mr Stephens expecting to receive a large shipment of new goods any day in the way of tweeds, men's underwear and clothing, etc., he ■is selling the goods on hand at very low prices, in fact under cost, so as to make room for the new season's stock. The new department recently opened (referring to the cleaning and pressing) has been a great success, the work being done giving every satisfaction. It is needless to say that every person who buys from Alfred J. Stephens, opposite tho Tost Office, saves money...

Don't suffer with torturing chilblains! Uso Baxter's Chilblain Liniment, it acts promptly, giving immediate relief and a speedy cure. Price Is per bottle at Baxter's Pharmacy, Timaru. Be sure you get Baxter's...

Golf enthusiasts and beginners arc respectively requested to note that they cannot possibly do better than pay a call to Mr F. Tasker's sporting depot, where you can get a choice of only the very finest quality of golf clubs at wholesale price. It you want a few of the best balls ever made get a few Dimples at 0n0e...

In tho sunshine and inin, o'er hill, valley and plain, On his way tho driver proceeds, With whistle and song he meanders along, While his herd contentedly feeds. For stalwart and tann'd ho has at command, An air which is healthy and pure, But should such e'er fail and a sickness prevail, He takes Wood's Great Peppermint Core.., , ~ j_»j

In the hockey match played at Dunedin on Saturday, in fine weather, Dunedin heat Rawhiti (Timaru) hy sixgoals to four goals.

The registrar of old-age pensions wuid like to learn tho whereabouts of George Findlay, who was recently residing in Heaton street/as he has a communication for him;

, New Zealand is becoming cosmopolitan. There is a French Club in Auckland, an Austrian community with a German paper of their own on the gumfields, and now a Chinese Association has been established in Wellington.

Although the hotels at Paeroa have been closed but a few days (writes a correspondent of the Thames Star), the township already appears to have suffered a severe strike. Few people are about, and, generally speaking,, the town lias, lost its old commercial activity.

Mr Knowles, curator of the Timaru Domains, received a large consignment of trees, shrubs and roses from Christchurch on Saturday. The lots came to, hand in first-class' order, arid comprise some rare and beautiful plants. The work of transferring them to their new home will he proceeded with at once. The Loyal Orange Lodge, Waimate, held their annual social on Friday night, about 80 being present. A musical and recital programme was provided by Mrs D. Buckingham, Misses H. Buckingham, Berry, Barford, Jacobs, Leybourne; ' • Reynolds, arid Matu-ill: ; Suitable addresses were given by Messrs J. Hazelton, R. Meredith, S* J. Hitchins and D. Buckingham. Barford and Co. catered to-the entire satisfaction of all and the singing of God Save ilw King at one of the* little hoiirs concluded a successful gatheririg. .' Is it necessary, to have all the beneficiaries under a will represented in legal proceedings in the matter of that will ? The question • was (says the' Wellington "Post") argued recently in the Court of Appeal.. 'Mr Chapman, K.C:, argued that if "the principle 'were adopted, all beneficiaries should he represented, then : all the children of the testator, and-their -children,'would require separate representation. 3 "Take, for instance the case of Miss D : , a beneficiary ; under the -will. "Why, were not her children represented ?" "Because she hasn't got any," came the quick reply from opposing counsel. .

"I regret to inform the Board that potty depredations continue to be committed 'in the park," said Mr W. \V. Smith, curator of the Pukekura Park, Tarannki. "One of the four Russian geese'was stoleir. Since planting the bulbs received from Christchurch- several clumps of them have been removed. Twice during the last fortnight the padlock on the peacock house has been forced off and broken, for what purpose the latter act is done I can't say, unless it be to get thefeathers that occasionally are shed by the birds. Twice lately we have also had to put fresh wire on the jackass enclosure, owing to .malicious injury to the wire enclosing the bird.''

The annual social of the Waimato District) .High School was held in the Oddfellows' Hall on Friday night. Over 200 invitations had been issued and as most of them were accepted, there was a: very large attendance. During the evening a presentation was made to Miss Wilson (cookery instructor)," as a small recognition of her great assistance in preparing and directing preparations for this gathering. The evening was spent in games of various kinds and in dancing, the music for which was provided by many willing hands and bows (violin), and the suptier largely prepared and handed round bv the pupils was fully appreciated. The gathering dispersed about 2 o'clock ante mer.

"Iron Blue" in his fishing notes to the Christchurch "Press" of Saturday lias the following concerning the Rangitata river: "In a smooth pool there were eleven .great fish moving slowly backwards and forwards at the shalr low end of it. Each fish looked about a yard in length, and what they weighed I am not prepared to say; neither oan I positively state their species. One swam unconcernedly within easy reach, and I am sure it was not a trout, as we know them. Had I carried a gaff I should probably have made investigations in the cause of science, and, to call these monsters "questionable'-quinnat," would only be a guess, though I think a correct one." Some analers will hope that this news is true; but it can hardly be said that quinnat have attained to this size as vet, seeing that they have been only a year or two away from their nursery at Hakataramea.

That child is too thin? Is her school work too hard? No. she needs new vitality. Stearns' Wine, of Cod Liver Extract gives cliildren a healthy appetite and builds up their bodies. 74 Motor boots. We have two pairs of warm-lined motor boots left for gentlemen motorists. These boots are worn over your ordinary boots. They will fit gentlemen weraing size 7, and size 8 boots. J. W. Souter, the leading boot importers... Cold days and cold winds play havoc with the delicate skin of ladies. The skin can be protected by the application of a little ".Red Cross" Ointment rubbed gently in. Wind won't chap, and rain won't crack the skin' if treated in this fashion. For all skin affection in winter—chapped hands, chilblains—use "Red Cross" Ointment freely. No ointment heals and soothes quite so well. All grocers and chemists...

Glyeola for the Lands and complexion; it is neither sticky nor greasy, and is unequalled for roughness of the skin, chapped hands, etc. Price Is <sd, from .Leonard 13. James, chemist, Stafford street, Timaru. ... SYiVOPSIS OF NEW-.ADVERTISE-MENTS. Dalgcty and Co. —Tcinuka stock sale to-morrow. Jonas and Co. —Start Saturday sales 1 p.m.; business notice. O'Callngliau and Co. —Sale of furniture Wednesday, business announcement. T. and J. Thomson. —Remnant week, prices and details. Baby competition—At Theatre Royal this evening. MeAuliffe and Co. Start milk round on August Ist. Timaru Gun Club —Auuual meeting on Friday. Star Football Club—Social on Wednesday next. Mount Homers coal —A trial solicited. Wainuitaitai school—Meeting re social on Wednesday. Court Southern Cross —Notice ro funeral. On September 21st—Concert and art union. Theatre Roval —The Invaders on July 22nd. Grant Bros. Latest phonographs and cycles. Timaru Literary Society Public lecture to-night. Singer sewing machine —Singer talks. St. Mary's Young Men's Society— Lecture to-night. Funeral —By J. Radcliffe. Wanted —One notice.