TOWN & COUNTRY.

Timaru Herald, Volume XIIC, Issue 14056, 13 November 1909, Page 4

TOWN & COUNTRY.

Now that the Christchureh Carnival Week is over, tlho routine of stock sales in South Canterbury will be resumed. The notices by auctioneers will bo found in other columns. Tho Rev. W. Baumbor will preach in Wesley Church to-morrow morning and evening. At Waimataitai Mr Workman will preach in the morning and Mr Boothroyd in the evening. At tho Theatre Royal on next Friday week the Marist School Boys' will stage the entertaining high-class drama "The Blind Prince." Mr J. H. Coombs' orchestra will render the incidental music of tho play, as well a& accompany ,tho songs and drills , which will make- a first-class pro gramme. The Rev. Mr Caldwell, tho new minister of Chalmers, who camo from Auckland yesterday received a telegram from Mr Leys, editor of tho "Star," who was a member of his congregation there: "All friends hero < wish yourself and Mrs Caldwoll much success and happiness in your new sphere." Lako Pukaki is yielding some very fine trout. For two hours' fishing last week an angler landed three fish — 7Jlbs, 51bs, and 31bs respectively. Mr E. Mac Donald secured a basket weighing 281bs, ranging from 1-Jlbs to silbs; Mr/ W. Mac Donald, four, weighing 231bs, from ljlbs to 81bs; and Mr G. Crow, ten fish scaling in all" 401bs, from 31bs (four of this weight) to Tibs (two of this -weight). Tho Rev.' & Macdbiiald seems to have made a reputation a/storyteller whilst acting as Moderator vt Chalmers -Church. -His moderatorship was brought to-a close yesterday, antl ho signalised 4t by telling; his story at^the evening-meeting.- One or the entertainers had given a-recitation in which marriage was likened to. purgatory, and this gave a'cue. to a speaker to chaff Mr Macdonald as an old bachelor' Tho latter j - excused his • condition as that quite likened to a.*™»ter on the authority of- an old - *Veslcvan; "A man who can resist,the women can resist the devil, and that .is tlio sort of mon we want.. Guinness and. LeCrcn, sell by public auction »*« iei , r xI II, SSJ land brooms on Saturday tho 20 November, on account Of Air William SSSTfwho is leaving ?ta.™>, *» beautifully situated now residency built ,of brick, and rough cast with tiled W,< known as ''< DipW* fl ££! an acre of land well laid + out in .flower garden, croquet lawn, kitchen garden, and orchard in full .bearing, situate- ra Beverley Road, close to Caroline Bay, and the town. It. is seldom such a first-class property comes on the market, and buyers requiring a good homo or investment, should inspect tins desirable property, as the bouse is exceptionally well built, and finished, is well sheltered,-and is for bona, fide sale. Cards to view can be obtained from tho Auctioneers. -- i

When returning from Wellington last week, the "Otago Daily limes ravs .Mr J. H. AValker, chainnan of the Otago Hospital and Charitable Aid Board, had•, an interview the chairman of the- South Canterbury Board (Mr F.'R..' Gillinghani) nt regard to the scheme put 'Forward by l)r; Valentine,. Ijispeetor-Generul ftt Hospitals; to make, the new, sa'uitoriuni for consumptives .at Palniorstdii an institution to meet the requirements of South Canterbury, Otago and Southland. The chairman of the. .South Canterbury Board expressed himself a's ijuito in favour of the proposal, arid ho promised to submit tho-sclicmc to his-'Board- for its consideration.' -Mr "Walker has now, .communicated- with tho .chairman of tlic Southland Board, and lias placed the"-proposal before-linn pointing out. as heUlid to the clinirmaiv of the-- South Canterbury Board, that while such a scheme of centralisation would have the effect »f decreasing the Otago Board's annual expenditure over the upkeep of the consumptives that came under its charge, it would act similarly-'in regard to-tho Southland Board.- Mr Walker ,«vys ho lias every hope thafythe centralisation of control and maintenance of. tho Pahherston Sanatorium for Consumptives, over. the ' three 'districts wilt : 'bo brought into

The "Life Boat Lodge-room ■ presented aii unusual appearance last- evening ; the occasion being juvenile night. The adiflt lodge having 'arranged' to give tho juveniles a treat oncea.cruartor and tno fact of the childrem.having had plenty of notice, was the means of a record gathering' of; > juvesules numbering sonlo 70 in number. .-TAB superintendent of the templej. Bro: I*. JL\ • Lowtvj made an excellent, master of ceremonies, and: everything-y.was well ■ carried out., Tho, adult members had provided an abundant ;supply .tot refreshments, which: was the .means or putting the juveniles iin that, eagor state of niind 'for the .part o*^ tl f evening they; had to provide.. A nrstclass -programme-.was.supplied,.- comprising action songs, instrumental items" recitations,;,,etc. The-. manner in which- tho various items, dered was a treat -to-listen showed the talent, that » in the children, and. : ,prom)Bes well for the future: The" sutormten dent tlianked the adult members for their kindness in arranging, which wonld greatly help/on.,^sWWo work of training the young nundsff temperance principles, lhe adult lodge then held a short session, when ono candidate was proposed: and admitted into the Order., Com*pondonce was read from tho district seorbtarv notifying that the next meeting of tho District Lodge wouldv ho bold in Geraldine on November 25. lhe rest of tho evening was taken up;in discussing .the: proposed new Ucensuig legislation, when some valuable, information was supplied which will tehd to- encourage the temperance In response to' an appeal from'the W>License League, to appoint two delegates to represent the lodge, the honour., fell on Bro.. Hawkey.: and Sister Emmorson. Tho meeting closed "in peace and harmony.at 9.45..

In reply to a question in tho Houso re the Hill Runs Commission, tho Prime Minister said that tho report of the informal Commissioners had been received and considered by the Government, and forwarded to the Classification Commissioners, who were expected to report in 'about two months time from now. There was a minority report which had also been forwarded to the Commissioner. (The "minority" report which has "also" been forwarded, is probably the separate report by Mr Guthrie.)

Tho following is the Rev. Mr Bates' summary and forecast: —"A westerly low pressure has prevailed in the south for nine days with stormy weather at times. Westerly winds strong to gale have prevailed south of New mouthand Napier and fog and drizzle on the West Coast of the South Island. A southerly gale was also reported last night at Capo Campbell. The present indications are for a further fall in the barometer everywhere, but a rise is due shortly in the south. Conditions are ominous in tho far north. Rain is probable everywhere and high northerly winds north of East Cape and Kawhia and a westerly gale changing to southerly is probable elsewhere within 30 hours, with a cold snap and snow on tho high levels."

People who get up socials at which beer is supplied to those who attend must be careful. A case was brought before a Magistrate at the Thames in which a miner's union official was charged with selling beer without a license, because he charged 2s for tickets for a social at which 10 gallons of beer were consumed. The Magistrate was able to dismiss tho case, because the beer was used by the Union members for their own refreshment and that of their invited guests. If other persons than members had been admitted on payment of a charge and had helped to consume the beer, the Magistrate thought it probablo there would have been a sale in respect of the liquor consumed by those persons.

A considerable amount of friction (states the Wellington "Post") is said to exist at the present time between some members of tho Government and the senior officials of their departments. The recent instruction against the publication of information is, Ministers complain, either disregarded or tarried to extreme, and, in some rases, ridicHlous lengths. Further, it is understood that some Ministers say they are blocked by an apparent determination on tho part of certain officers to resist tho attempts at reform and progress (that are being made. Happenings in the Land and Income Tax Department during the past week, says the Dominion, are stated to have been of a rather startling nature. It is understood that one or more responsible officers of the department have lodged complaints of a serious character, and that an enquiry has eben demanded. The matter has been before the Cabinet, and Mr Justice Cooper and Mr Justice Chapman have been enquiring into it-

Interviewed on the Financial Statement, Mr Massey. Leader of the Opposition, said: —"The Budget as a whole justifies all the criticism of the financial policy of the Government which has been advanced from the Opposition side of the House, and T am very strongly of opinion that if the position disclosed now had been known twelve months ago. men now occupying seats on the Treasury benches would have been missing from Parliament today. These proposals disclose a state of"things calculated to make sane and sobpr-minded people consider how this wild-cat policy will end. 1 need not refer to the tremendous increase in taxation that is proposed, extent to say that I consider siHi nronosals oxceedinElv serious. ?nd likelv to have a verr bad effect so far as the countrv's credit is concerned. I have rm hesitation in savin? that for some time past the real position has been covered m>, nnd that I consider that Ministers. W their want of foresight, are responsible to a very Teat extent for the difficulty that has arisen-." A special telegram from Wellington in yesterday's "x'reas" says that some members ot the House arc inclined to rather resent the settlement of the licensing question by a conference outside Parliament. The great body of moderates may also object to such tactics, especially as they appear to have been altogether ignored. Tho "Evening Post," referring to this aspect .of the «juestion, says:—"Our only fear" is that a Bill which has receivedk tho paradoxical compliment of tne foint approval 'of .-brewers ami prohibitionists may prove to be an ingenious compromise of these two sets of extremists to '.dish' the moderate man, whom the Premier does not profess to have consulted in tho matter." Mr Massey said ho had no doubt that Par--1 lament will with the matter on its merits.. Although what are termed "the two great parties" have agreed to certain proposals, it h just as well to remember. that any agreement ar-rived-at by parties outside the House is not in any sense binding upon Parliament. Most of the members do not represent either of tho two great parties but the still greater part v. commonly known as the Moderates.

An opportunity will be afforded tho parishioners of St. Mary's next Tuesday afiernon to bid-.farewell to the \cn. Archdeacon .'Harper on his approaching trip to the Old Country, and at the 5 same 'time welcome the Rev. S. Txerice Adams, who will have charge of the parish during the vicar's absence. The gathering is heing held in St. IMary's Schoolroom between the hours of 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. and afternoon tea will be provided by the ladies belonging to the various orgamsa T tions in the parish. It is honed that as many parishioners as possible will attend to show their appreciation of the Archdeacon and wish him bon toyage. The hour may be inconvient to some hut it was so fixed at t;ic Archdeacon's request on account of h ; s recent indisposition. Chir readers will be pleased to hear that the Archdeacon is now much better and m all probability will take the services next Sunday; we understand that ft is his intention to leave Timani in a fortnight, spending a short time in Christchurch before commencing his travels, which will extend over a period of twelve months.

Sir Joseph Ward, says the "Press," speaks of the "necessity" for having a complete State-owned link for the conveyance of mails and passengers between the two islands. The alleged "necessity," however, exists only in the imagination of those who hold to the Socialists' belief that the State should own and control all industries, and should be the universal employer. The only excuse for the State interfering with a private enterprise is when it is so conducted as to be inimical to the public welfare or convenience—when it is managed badly or inefficiently, or when, safe in their possession" of a monopoly, the proprietors levy an unduly heavy tax upon thoso who are forced to make tise of it. Neither of these charges can be laid against the Union Steam Ship Company's conduct of the ferry service, which'is indeed carried on as well as any' similar service in the world. It is quick and reliable, and the charges are not at all extravagant. The com-pany-has met every alteration in. the train services, with the single aim of making its time-table suit ih9 convenience of travellers gong north or south.

The Pleasant Point Gun Club will hold a club match on Thursday next at 2 n.m. in Mr McKibbin's paddock.

At the Police Court yesterday. a first offender charged before Mr G. J. Sealey was convicted and lined on, or 24 hours' imprisonment.

Thursday in AVaimato was the hottest day so far this season; 80 in the shade was not white man's weather. After a spell of fairly cool breezes, a verv light rain fell at night, and brought with it a more comfortable temperature.

A meeting of farmers is called for Saturdav, 20th November, at the Sophia Street Hall, at 1.30 p.m. with the intention of starting a branch of the New Zealand Farmers' Union.

The unwatcring of the Ross goldfields is proceeding apace, the water being now 280 ft below the surface. As the work proceeds specimen washings have been made, and gold is found in each one in more or less payable quantities. The pumps arc continuously working night and day, and the unwatering will, it is hoped, be completed before Christmas.

Attention is directed to the sale on Saturday, 20th November, of rich wheat-growing and sheep-fattening farms at Hilton, containing 457 and 102 acres. These farms aro for absolute sale in order to wind up the estate of the late Mr James Skinner, and offer a good opportunity for buyers wishing to secure land in this favoured district.

An odd procession, that attracted the attention of all who caught a glimpse of it, filed out of town yesterday morning, bound on a long pilgrimage to the Tiisman Valley. Messrs W. J. Black and Sons have a contract to perform on the Mount Cook road, and needing horses for it, and horses needing horse feed, these were taken up together. Two 7-horse wagons, three 3-horse drays, loaded up with 2(H) bags of oat-sh'.at' chaff, ami accompanied by a one-horse cart, formed the procession.

The cold sh:ii> which occurred a week or two ago caught sonic of the deciduous trees when their spring foliage was in a tender condition—or was it the nor'-wester which the cold snap followed —and some varieties suffered a sharp set-hack, the leafage that was out being more or less shrivalled, and new leaves are slow in appearing. This unfortunate effect is particularly risible in the plane trees around Alexandra Square, and the opposite triangle, and also in the same kind of tree on tho post office grounds. The recent nor'-westers may have increased the mischief.

The annual meeting of the Waimatc W.C.T.U. was held on Wednesday night, Mrs Graham presiding over a good attendance. The report was of .a satisfactory character: the membership had increased, and the financial balance was on the right side. Mention was made of the visit of Miss Powell, which was very helpful, and had lieen much appreciated. Willard day had been observed by special meetings and excellent papers dealing with matters of interest to tho society had been presented by Misses Strong and Smart. It was mentioned that the next annual district convention would be help at Waimate. Mrs Graham was re-elected president. Miss Strong, corresponding secretary; Mrs G. Dash, recording sec- | rotary; and Mrs J. Harris, treasurer. Tho effect of tho proposed alterations in railway fares in regard to passengers on the Main Trunk railway, particularly to second class passengers, will be somewhat considerable. At present the first-class faro between Wellington and Auckland is £1 19s Id, but under the new scale it will be increased to £2 13s 3d. The second class fare at present is £1 Is 2d, but the new scale will raise it to £1 15s 6d, or to nearly the amount of tho present first-class fare. It is said that the' increase of revenue it not the only object, aimed at in tho proposed alteration.- Its has been stated that the department has had Teasons to suspect that the present long-distance scale is t being abused in some instances through persons taking out a ticket for a long distance trip, and after travelling a certain distance transferring their tickets to other passengers, who join tho train at the station at which the first passengers alight and travel to the station for which the ticket is mado out. Whether the practice prevails to any great extent or not, it seems to have given the department some concern.

THE GUINEA POEM : A CHEQUE FOR £1 Is has been sent to the writer of this verse — Mr. L. F-, Waikouaiti, Otago. Ev'ry maid or matron Who is up-to-date, Writes —"Hayward's Flag Brand Pickles," On tho kitchen slate.

WIN A GUINEA! Prize Poem published every Saturday. Best original four short-line advt. verse about "Flag Brand Pickles" wins each week. Forward verse, embossed metal cap from bottle, and full address to Hayward Bros., P.O. Box 613, Wellington.

If the muscles of the throat are strained a cold is very easily contracted. Zymole Trokeys will prevent this; they arc just tho thing for hoarseness &:id irritating coughs. ... Grow the best Vegetables by sowing P. G. Allen's selected seeds. Send for illustrated catalogue, post free. .;.

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MUSCLES IN KNOTS. JOINTS ALL STIFFENED AND SWOLLEN. Lance-like pains torture and torment the victim of Rheumatism, and you don't think you will ever get rid of the disease. Perhaps you have tried all kinds of so-called cures and much-advertised quack remedies all to no purpose. Well, don't despair. There is a medicine that can and will cure you. Take RHEUMO. It is a positive antidote for uric acid poisoning. It relieves pain, removes the swelling, and clears the system of excess uric arid the cause of all the trouble. RHEUMO is neither a liniment nor a pill, but a liquid medicine of marvellous therapeutic value. RHEUMO conquers Rheumatism. Sold by all chemists and Ktorekaepers at 2a 6d and 4s 6d a bottle-,

Tho Rev. Arch. E. Jlimfc will conduct the services in the Congregational Church to-morrow, taking for his subject in the morning, "The Omnipotence! of Faith," and in.the evening, "Tho Last Wish." Strangers are cordially invited.

Some doubt having arisen in tho minds of some people as to the intentions expressed in the Budget regarding pensions to Civil Servants, Sir Joseph Ward stated, in reply to a question in the House, that after existing rights expire, no member of tho public service will be entitled to a higher pension than £250 a year. Messrs E. D. Bust and Co., the wellknown drapers, have considerably added to tho convenience and comfort ot customers at their shop in Stafford Street, hv removing a wall that divided the shops into two. This removal lias given the shop the appearance of a big emporium, and it gives also an opportunity of displaying tho goods to much greater advantage. Messrs Dephoff and Lewis arc responsible for the artistic work which has been done at the Zealandia. Cafe in Stafford Street. The designs on tho windows are attracting considerable attention, being of a particularly fine description. This firm has a reputation for higher grade sign-writing and decorative painting, and also an established name for papcrhanging and house painting. Tho auction sale of a valuable residential section on behal of the Registrar of tho Supreme Court, wMI take place at Messrs C. Jonas and Co's auction rooms this afternoon. This property should command a large amunt of attention and the exceptional value of land situated so handy to the town should be a sufficient guarantee that bidding will be of a keen order. The sale will take place at 2 o'slock. A reception to the R.W.G.M., wili be given by the Loyal Orange Lodges of Timaru and district, on Monday next. Lodge No. 13 meets at 7.30, and other lodges will be admitted at 8 o'clock and 8.15, and tho grand master will be received with honours at 8.20, and will take charge of the meeting. Visitors are cordially invited, and during tho evening refreshments will bo handed round.

In consequence of tho Newcastle coal strike tho Gas Committee of the Duncdin City Council decided to give instructions to have tho water gas plant at the works put ino commission forthwith. At tho present time there is a sunplv of Newcastle coal_on hand that will "metfc all requirements even without tho water gas plant being in use, until January nest, but by way of taking extra precautions and to preserve this supply as much as possible it has been decided to brine the water gas plant into operation. On Thursday last tho anniversary of tho Primitive Methodist Church, Waimatc, was celebrated by a social tea and afterwards by a meeting at which there was a good attendance. The Rev. J. Harris presided and reported that tho church had much to bo thankful for. Tho year had shown advance in attendance at services, increased church and choir membership; and financially, after meeting some extra expenditure in renovations, a small credit balance remained. Congratulatory and helpful addresses were delivered by tho Rev. Mr Morrison, the Rev. Mr Penney, and Adjutant Buttermoro, S.A., and a number of musical and elocutionary items were given, not the least of which were anthems pleasantly sung by the choir under Mr Tregonning, with Miss Parke at the organ.

It is quite refreshing to find that there is, at any rate, one institution in America wliich does not hustle. This is tho Catskill Mountain Railroad, which runs from Catskill to Palenville. Whatever it may do at other times, between the hours of 1 and 2 p.m.—the official dinner hour — it does —nothing! At one o'clock prompt tho stations are closed, and the station masters, booking clerks, and porters go home to dinner, while tho engine men bank up their fires and, with their colleagues the guards, retire to tho side of the line to enjoy their repast. Not a wheel moves untill 2 o'clock, when the train service is resumed.

An alluring profession is suggested in tho "Book Monthly" by Mr A. J. Philip. It is a scheme to get books before the country reader, just as people get hardware or butcher's meat under the eye of the country housewife. Or even basket chairs and dusters. In fact, tho caravan. A revival of the colporteur who carried his pack of books on his back. " A nice, neat caravan, with shop-front all round, leaving the interior free, should prove a financial success on a three days' visit to every large village."

Hardy's celebrated fishing tackle and sports depot is at present showing a very fine assortment of rods, reels, lines, easts, traces, flies, nets, phantoms, baskets, waders, etc., at prices to suit all enthusiasts. Tennis players will plea.se note that there are a few very fine sample of Slazcngnr's racquets, also 1900-10 tennis balls, presses, gut prestrver, etc., at Francis Tasker's sports d<?pot. ... P. G. Allen's flower Bf.eds aiwayß give satisfaction. ... A slight irritation in tho throat may lead to a hacking cough. Zymole Trokeys stop it; they soothe the irritation and strengthen the throat. 14

Lutha Burbank is the earliest pea grown. Procure from P. G. Allen. ...

Cameras and Xmas are always associated, you will find all you require at Baxter's Pharmacy...

I'lauus. Pianos. I'ianua. The Dresden l'lauu Company, Ltd., beg to aiiuuuiilo to tuu general public of 11..ia.u aim mo j»urrouuuing < district chat they have just, opened up an entirely ne*' siock of piauos. Uur high grade instruments, include Joim jivadwouo aim son, Collard and Colmrd, the most famous of British makers, the best that money can buy; also the Ronish, Lipp and Sohn, Koch and Sohn, liobin, besides other celeorated makers. Wo give you a ten years' warranty with any instrument you choose; wo also give you the right of exchanging if you are not perfectly satisfied. You are on a good sound wicket when buying your piano or organ from this well Known and firm. ...

If you are travelling be sure # :md have a bottle of James' Fruit Salts in your bag; it is cooling, refreshing, invigorating. For bilious headache and dyspepsia it is very beneficial: price 2s: from L. B. James, Chemist; Timaru. ...

Let the children kodak. W r hat better Xnias gift than a kodak so simple to use, so certain of rrsults. Daylight development outfits complete with camera from £1 Is. Baxter's Pharmacy...

Children's coloured shoes, in sizes 3 to 6, 7 to 10, pink, pale blue, wine, red, purple, white, champagne, and brown. At Souter's Shoe Store. Just opened a shipment of 900 pairs of children's boots and shoes. Remember address: Souter's Shoe Store nest J. Ballantyue and Co. ...

SYNOPSIS OF NKW ADVERTISEMENTS. C.F.C.A: —Point sale, on Monday ; Geraldine, AYodnesdav; properties, on 20th inst.

Dalgety and Co.—Sale at Point, on Monday. N.Z. L. and M.A. Co. —Point stock sale Monday; Geraldine, AA 7 edncsday.

N.M. and A. Co.—Stock at Point, Monday; AYashdyke, Tuesday; Gcraldinc, Wednesday. Guinness and LoCren—Point sale, Monday; stock aud land, Gcraldiue, 17th. Morton and Pearson —Sell produce, meat, etc., to-day. Jonas and Co.—Sell poultry, produce, land, etc., to-day. O'Callaghan and Co. —Entries for sales, to-day. Mutton and Co.—Post and other cards, fancy goods, etc. Lost —Handbag, reward at this office. Pleasant Point —Gun Club meeting, on IStli inst. Sabbath services—Chalmers, Congregational, Trinity and AVeslcyan. George Pearson —Shop full of toys and fahcy goods. Parish of St. Mary's—Parishioners meeting, on Tuesday next. Loyal Orange Lodges—Meeting, on Monday next. Harold Rollinson —Motor garage, Cannon street, open. Crawford's teas —Drinkers on the right track. Fairlie —Saleyards Co. meet on 26th inst. • N.Z. Farmers' Union—Meeting, in Timaru, on 20th inst. Ley's crossing, Opihi river—Unsafe, for traffic. Marist Boys' concert —On the 26th inst: ' Levels County Council —Tenders for road works. people's Furniture Shop—Bookingham's Stafford Street. W. S: Hopkins—Timaru agent Bradbury lhotor cycle. John Kempthorne—Sections and houses for sale. A. Gabites Men's tailored box suits. Walter Bruusdcn—Piano and organ repairer, visit to "Waimnte. Airs O'Jlagan—Cow astray, reward to finder. Commissioner of Taxes —Duties payable. 30th inst. MoAVhirtcr and Sons—Tee and cold storago of moat. Wanteds—Ten notices. *