LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 10020, 16 April 1910, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The 'Southland Times' states that wethers which a little time ago stood at from 9d to 10s, now fetch from 13s to 14s in Southland. A trader who got into pecuniary difficulties in Dunedin some fifteen years ago has returned, and is paying off his debts in full. The Oamaru Woollen Factory is being seriously hampered by the difficulty in getting sufficient handa to do the work. In his financial statement the Mayor of uisborne said that there would be a reduction of rates from 3s to 2s 7|d in the £ for the coming year. A meeting of the Masterton Bow>ling Club will be held in the Y.M.C.A. Kooms, on Monday evening next, at which business of importance will be considered. ; |The Timaru Dairy Company is now paying li|d per lb for butter'fat from home separated cream. The Taieri and Peninsula Company is paying lljd per lb. Speaking to a "Southland Times" reporter, Mr Hanan, M.P., stated that the Land Bill of last session would not be brought before Parliament again, and he doubted very much if ' there would be another Land Bill in the coming session. Yet another newspaper, making the 233 rd published in New Zealand. I This is the "Waitemata Post," a weekly journal published in Devonport, Auckland's marine suburb, by Mr G. C. Beckett, a veteran paperplanter. The meeting of the uround Committee of the Masterton A. and P. Association that was to have been held at Solway on Thursday, to decide on the relative positions of the buildings, and plans, was adjourne'd on account of the rough weather. The Committee will meet this morning. In sentencing a female prisoner in Wellington for breaking and entering and theft, the Chief Justice remarked that in all his experience this was the first woman who had pleaded guilty and been sent before him for sentence. Fortunately for the good name of New Zealand there were fewer women criminals than in most other countries. I ,

Sitting in committee on Thursday night, the Feilding Borough-' Council opened 38 applications for the vacant position of town clerk. It is understood that a Wellington and a Dunedin applicant are now left in the final ballot.

Dr. Hardwick Smith, medical superintendent of Wellington Hospital, is to be offered the position of medical superintendent in charge of all institutions under the control of the new Wellington District Hospitals and Chariiable Aid Boad. These include Wellington Hospital, Otaki Hospital, and Sanatorium, Ohiro Home, and tha Infectious Diseases Hospital now being erected. The salary for the new position i- £7OO per annum, with free house,'

Mr Justice Chapman will deliver judgment, at 10.30 o'clock this morning, in the case.of Holmwood YReid. His Honor will also pass sentence upon Henry Stephen Coburn, manager of a newspaper called "New Zealand Truth," who was found guilty at the last Wellington criminal sittings on a, charga nf having distributed obscene printed matter for public sale, and in connection with whose cass an appeal has just been disposed of. '

The Rev. Mr Mason, the Auckland water-finder, finds that radium, as well as water, possesses a mysterious power over him. Be states that, having be«n able to borrow a small particle of.radium from a doctor in the Walrarapa, be was able to prove that this substance exerted a peculiar effect on him. When the radium was buried in a garden in a position unknown to him. he' was able, by walking over the surface of the ground, to discover its wnereabouts by expariencing the same sensation of attraction exerted over him aa in the case of water flowing.

Mr P. M. B. Fisher. M.P., waslf much imorcssed at the Levin Show by the splendid exhibit made by the boya of the Weraroa Training Farm, which ha states was the most interesting feature cf the show, and reflected the greatest credit'on' ttfe institution. The exhibit comprised specimens of woodwork and needlework, including cushions, tea cosies and other articles. Most of the work had been done by boys from ten to fourteen years of age. Some of it was of a very high quality, and the inlaid woodwork. Mr Fisher slates, would have done credit to a finished workman. i '

"It's worth £I.OOO to the buard the way the river has been scoured out by the recent heavy floods," stated the secretary at a meeting of the Gisborne Harbour Board. The harbourmaster (Captain Cumrrins) said the channel, had been sec nrad out down to the papT rock. Ai the mouth of the ; river, where there was only Bft 9in of depth recently, there was now 19ft. The overseer remarked that more silt had been scoured out of the river by the flood than would take the present plant • eighteen months to remove.

. The Auckland labour unions are being consulted in regard to a pr fiosat to separate the Poverty Bay district from the northern industrial dis rict and Hawke's Bay district from that of Wellington, and combine the two into a new industrial district, to be called the Hawke's Bay industrial district. The circular, has been issued by the Department of Labour, askingffor any opinions of the various Auckland unions on the proposal,, which'has' emanated from Hawke's Bay Employers' Association. Some years ago the same proposal was laid hefore the late Mr Seddon. After considering the objections from the unions interested, the matter was dropped.

"Perhaps twenty, possibly thirty," was the reply of Karl von Mueller, a young German with a dozen noble aliases, when asked by the police how many wives he really had. Mueller' was arrested at Los Angeles,where he "married"' a beautiful and wealthy girl whose parents presented the couple with a magnificent residence. Mueller- spent £3OO -of this woman's money in a vain fight against extradition. When he Hoboken there was ®a riot: among his manywives. They rushed across the platform to the carriage door as the train halted, and endeavoured to' choke him The police had. great difficulty in rescuing him. . Arraigned plater inr the day before a'magistrate, Mueller smiled as wife after wile stepped into the witness box and identified him. Altogether nineteen charges of bigamy were laid against him.

"Two thousand pounds reward to* the woman who succeeds in marrying old Fritz Haridcup," is the announcement issued by thvj .'supervisors/ or Poor L,aw Guardians, of Grundy County, Ohio. B'or nearly forty years Fritz has been an inmate of the county workhouse. Thirty years ago a relative left him £6OO to be put out at interst and held in trust" for Hardicup's wife." But Hardicup has an invincible aversion from marriage. For years spinsters without number from the countryside have tried in vain to induce the old man to many. Now the original £6OO has increased to £2,000. "I don't want the £2,000.** the old pauper remarked the other day to an interviewer, "if I have to lake a woman along with it. If I had a wife she'd want to out mustard plasters on me or make me take a hath and do other things I don't wan to."

The Argentine Rural Society has received communications from several societies in England and the United States, expressing their intention Jf donating special prizes for the Centenary International Agricultural Exhibition. The English Shropshire Breeders' Association will present a silver cup for the nest group, of three Shropshire sheep. Messrs Armour and Company, of Chicago, will give the Armour Centennial Cup, for the best steer shown at the exhibition, which must have been calved in the country, and ieared by the exhibitor, The Kent and Romney Marsh .Sheep Breeders' Association will givega cup valued at ten guineas with ten guineas added to the exhibitor of the best group of Kent sheep born between January lstfand April 30th, 1910. The Polo and Riding Pony Association will present ftwo silver medals foi the best polo pony stallion and mare. Amongst the nations for which space at the above exhibition baa been reserved Jare the following: Great Britain, United States, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, and Switzerland. SbS^jl-^.,^

An un enanted house and stables ■belungi-.g to Mr P. Price, of Upper Manaia, were destroyed by fire on Thursday evening. The origin of the fire is unknown.

Yesterday's gale was most unpleasant for cyclists, and one ytfunt? miiy cycling from Lansdowne to Masterton had the misfortune when crossing the Waipoua bridge to be thrown by the force of the wind, up against the side of tne bridge. Luckily she escaped injury. The Labour Department are now issuing special forms in connection with the Regis.rar-General's Department com'ernin;; the various branch-, a •of manufacture carried on throughout the Dominion diring th* year ending March 31st, 1911. The form asks for very fall particulars, and wru-n all the" data h?,s been collected, there should be much valuable information in band.

The Upper Plain and Fernridge received a full share of the boisterous weather yestsrday, and Mr R. Dags, an old reside it, states that it is quite a number of y'ars sincp he experienced such a furio-is storm. One fanner had a stsck of fine clover bay distributed over the adjoining paddocks, and ivid ar j reported to be uprooted in various place*, while fences, gates and nbela bsve suffered a good deal of d anions.

A certain farm, which a few years ajnwusnieo! the most fruitful in Sou !-."•! <"d, is now ot the in-irker, nnd

as a pu skle purci;aier czo of JjMid's bent known agriculturists went ■to view it at last week. "I would not have h at any price; it is blooming with, thistles," was .his remnvk to'a "Southland Times'' reporter. In rmwy other instances, it is said, Uie Cinadian thistle is playing havoc in the south.

A meeting oc those interested in the formation of a dybatin* Societv or Parliamentary Union will be held in the Dominion Hall on Monday next, at 8 p.m. A good deal of interest is being taken in the matter, ai:d a larrje attendance is expected at the m.:Ui»g. Mr J. T. M. Honuby h?.s consented to act as and Mr J. C. Cooper,'Chairm-n of Parliamentary oonmUtees. The oociety should he of great val ia from an educational standpoint, especially in connection with political questions.

The usual meeting of Endeavour Lodge, 1.0.G.T , was held on Thursday evening, Bro. King, C.T., being the chair. I'he usual routine business was transacted. Fraternal greetings were received from Lodges Royal Rescue and Royal Greenwich, in England, and were gheartily reciprocated, and also from Hope of and Pioneer, and from G.C.T. Bro. Cameron and Sister Cameron, G.S.J.W., Dunedin. "Question Box" was the next item on the programme for tne evening, each member suitably responding.

The Rev. H. S . Woollcomhe is a man with a message.. It is a message for men, and one to which every right thinking man would do well t 0 pay heed. Mr Vvoollcotnbe, though a loyal son of the Church he represents is no bigot. He is a man who looks out upon the world of men with broad and comprehensive charity, a man well fitted to play the partin the thick of the fight against sin in all its forms. He comprehends the frail-! ties of our human nature, he realises the temptations which beset mankind on every hand, but he comprehends slso the enncbiing attr/butes,the triumphant passibilites, of that higher nature with which the Omnipotent has endowed His creature, Man. It 13 to that higher nature, with its spiritual and intellectual equipment, that he so forcefully appeals.

As showing tbe severity of the wind ytsterciay, word was received from Akura stating that the roof of a dairy belonging to a settler there was lifted bodily off the building. The lady of-the house, who happened to be in the dairy at the time of the disaster, was fortunate in getting out of the buildiug without being hurt. Gates and fences are also reported to be broken about, and the tops of a good many stacks are ako blow. fff. In connection with the stack-, i>- i; exnet'ted that consider able damage will be done, in that the heavy rain which followed the wind would doubtless penetrate a good depth into the stacks which had lost their rainproof roof.

The first meeting of Knox Literary and Musical Association, was held last evening, in Knox Hall, ,and took She form'of a conversazione. The Rev. Baio .McDonald, M.A., the presidenr, occupied the chair, and a short musical programme was submitted, which was much appreciated, and the thanks of the Association are due to the lady members who hid beautifully decorated the hall, and also attended to various other items. Judging by the enthusiasm displayed by members last night, the evening sholud prove the forerunner of many enjoyable gatherings during the coming winter. The following officers were elected:—Vice-Presidents, Dr Oowie and Miss Williams, 8.A.; secretary, Mr H. H. Reynolds; treasurer, Miss Jessie McGregor. The syllabus for the ensuing season was drawn up. and it is hoped that Dr Gibb and the Rev. Gibson Smith will deliver lectures later. Lectures on music, illustrated by means of the pips organ in Knox Church will also be given.

Mr Wra. McEwan, of Scotland, who is a professional golf coach, will arrive in Masterton on Monday next, in fulfilment of an engagement entered into with the local Club. In a letter to Messrs H. I. Jones and Son, of Wanganui. by whom Mr McEwan is employed, the secretary of the Hawera Golf Club writes as follows—"I write to ask if we can make arrangements for a return visit here of Mr McEwan. golf professional. We roust really compliment and congratulate you on having such a sterling good professional in your employ. Mr°McEwan is a splendid coach, and when we tell you there is not a solitary hour left for any member to book and that he is giving as many as nine lesson* a day it will give you some idea offthe value of Mr McEwan's aervices.He has worked wonders here and everybody is highly pleased with him. . We would like to have him here again in about six weeks or two months time, and we should be glad to know if this can be arranged." A good rubbing of the chest and back with- EOCKE'S Eucalyptus Oil and a few drops sprinkled on your pillow will relieve a cold. Ask for Australia's best —EOCKE'S.

The Masterton South Brass Band will, weather permitting, render a programme of music at the Hospital grounds tD-mnrrow (Sunday) commencing at 2.30 p.m. Allbandsmen are expected to appear in uniform. A Mas'erton resident who has just returned from a visit to Ashhurst has a good story to tell at the expense of cne of the settlers there As will no doubt be anticipated the j incident is associated with the Powelka scare. One morning, when alarms were the order of the day, the said settler had occasion to be out at daybreak in the vicinity of the Ashhurst racecourse- Being by nature an observant individual, he noticed an unusual rustling amongst the branches of a tall tree. -Further investigation revealed tile presence of a man in the tree. The settler waited not a second, for the person could be none other than the notorious Powelka. m a remarkably short i-paceof time be summoned to his aid six sturdy farmers, and together they surrounded the tree. The leader of the party then ordered his quarry to come down under the pain ot death. The hidden one lost no time in descending —and imagine the surprise of the hunters when there appeared, not Powelka, but a well known and popular sport. He had been timing the gailops of the horses on the racecourse.

Messrs Bnlpict and Yai'den adverse fur a young lady baok-keepcr.

An advertiser wants to buy a good young dairy cow in full milk.

You will want a good eider-down quilt for the cold nights, the sort the W.F.C.A. sell, and sell at u fair price, guaranteed all pure deodorise • down that will last for years and still keep you warm. This season's selections are now on exhibition.

Messrs W. B. WCbennells and Co, advertise for sale a convenient sevenroorned„house and a quarter of an acre of freehold, at "a low price on easy terms.

Mr A. Norman advertises.a splendid selection ot ladies', girls' and boys' coats, in the latest styles, and at prices to reach everyone. He invites a call of inspection.

The annual general meeting of the Masterton Horticultural and Industrial Society is convened for' Wednesday evening next, at the Y. M.C.A. Rooms.

Send a postcard addressed "Amber Tips Tea, Christchurcb," and you will receive in return free of cost a very useful new pattern aluiririum tea strainer. Read their advertis?ment on page 3 in to-day's Wairarapa Age. Tin*! Rev. A. Hodge will preach in the Congregational Church, to-mor-row, the morning subject being "From a Furious Man-hunter to a Docile Plough Ox," and in the evening Mr Hodge will continue the study of human suffering as revealed in the book of Job, the subject being «' The Wrath of Elihu." .

Judging by Mr J. L. Murray's announcement in this issue.andhis window display of Woodrow's, Christy's, and Tresse's hats : 'and caps, the right man and the right hat should have no difficulty in getting together. Over five hundred pounds worth of hats are stated to .'be in stock, and those who have the winter hat to buy are advi3ed to test their values.

Ten guineas in prizes for an hour or two'a work is the unusually attractive subj.-ct of an advertisement in another column. The genuineness and fairness of the contest is guaranteed by the substantial firm inaugurating it, and our enterprising young people—and old too—-would do well to iearn particulars and forward their wofd-lists.

Messrs J. McQueen and Sons have received instructions from a settler who is leaving the district to sell by public auction at their Bannister Street Rooms, this afternoon, a small English motorcar, by the wellknown "Vauxhall" makers. The car is about six-horse pewer, and is stated to be easy running, and in thorough order, besides being an economical traveller. Full particulars appear elsewhere.

■. Mr P. Hamili has ]ust received a fine stock of men's gor ds, including sixteen ribbed umbrellas at a very low figure, gents' sox in plain and fancy colours, underclothing in the best English and coloni, 1 makes, and boys' and gents' suit? from all the leading mills of New Zealand. In bis showroom and drapery departments M> Harnill is showing some nice dress tweeds, wincey?, woollen delaines, hair pads, sloves in kid, cashmere and suede, ladies' underclothing, millinery, and something very special in children's bonnets and hats. All these good 3 are marked at the very lowest prices.

On Tuesday afternoon next, Messrs J. A. J. Made in and Co. wili sell on behalf of M r R. H. Turlon, who is leaving Mssterion, the whole of his household furniture and effects.' The sale presents an excellent opportunity to thos«! requiring first-class furniture and general household lines at bargain prices. The lines to ba disposed of include handsome Axmmster and Brussells carpets, antique writing bureau, bookshelves, curtains, tapestry, duchess chests, bedsteads, chairs, guHen tools, and kitchen requisites. The sale will commence at half-past one o'clock.

The old axiom that "Nothing succeeds like success" applies with peculiar force to Mr W. L. Joy, and the conduct of his photography business.Since Mr Joy established business here, he has by courtesy, strict attention to essential details, comhined with a thorough and expert knowledge of hi 3 business, built up a connection in both town and country that is distinctly creditable. The best evidence of this is to be seen in th 5 numerous letters received from satisfied clients all over the district. Mr Joy also caters for the amateur photographer in the sale of cameras and outfits, whilst advice is given free. THE GUTNEA POEM. A Cheque for £\ Is has bjen sent to the writer of this verse—Mrs R. C, 58 Mackay Street. Thames. They braved the kefn' st competition; " til by fought and conquered opposiTION; And now they hold supreme postioN; hurrah eoe flab brand fickiies! WIN A GUINEA! Prize Poem published every Saturday. Best original four short-'iine advt. verse about "Flag Brand Pickles" wins each week. Forward verse, embossed metal cap from bottle, and full address toHayward Eros, P.O. Box Gl3, Wellington.

Tenders are iuvited for the erection of a residence at Martinborough, by Messrs Vambam and Rose, architects, Masterton, at whose oifice plans and specifications may bs seen.

Services in Knox Church will be conducted by the Rev. Bain McDonald at 11 a.m. and by Mr C. J. I Tocker at 7 p.m. <o-morrow. Particulars ot the outfield services will be found in our advertising columns. Mr Home, of the Cash Grocery Store, announces that he has started a provision counter, and it will be in charge of a man of experience. Fresh goods will be supplied daily in all breakfast delicacies. Messrs McLeod and Young, of "The Academy," bre clearing out all their glassware, vase?, etc., at less than cost price. The firm do not intend to stock these lines, as they require the room for other new goods to hand and to arrive. No reasonable offer will be refused to dear the lines. A JitUe t'orethoufrhr, may save you noena of trouble. Anyone who makes it a rule to keep Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy at, hand knows this to hj» a fact Sold by all ehemislsaud storekeepers