LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Age, 11 October 1922, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The Wairarapa Soldiers’ Club has just installed two full-sized “Tudor” billiard tables.

There are 21 applications for the headmastership of the Wairarapa High School. The matter will be dealt with on Friday.

The contract recently let by the Power Board for iron bark poles, to cost £lO,OOO will only cover half the requirements of the reticulation.

The Social Service Board of the Wellington Diocese has decided to establish the Home for Motherless Babes at Khandallah and not at Martinborough as was suggested.

The conference between the Farmers’ Union and the Dairy Farmers’ Union will take place to-morrow to discuss the question of a, working arrangement for organising purpos' - between the two parties. The usual weekly meeting practice of the St. John Ambulance Brigade, was held in the Municipal Buildings last night. The members are showing a keen interest in the work and should give a good account of themselves in the apnual examination, which will be held shortly. The dairy control bill will be considered again to-day at a conference in Wellington. It is understood the dairy representatives will object io the proposal that the Meat Control Board should veto the dairy board’s shipping contracts. They are prepared, .however, to act in conjunction.

The Rev. Father George Zurcher, of New York State, president of the Catholic Clergy Prohibition League in the United States, will give an address in the Municipal Hall to-night, on prohibition. Mr Todd, a Catholic layman and well-known Dunedin busisess man, will also deliver an address.

“It is one of- the best annual reports we have had for some time,” said Mr A. D. Low at the annual meeting of the Chamber of Commerce yesterday. “The work is well set out and shows the chamber is doing a lot of useful work in the direction of getting things done.” (Applause). The new premises of the Wairarapa Farmers Co-operative Association in Pahiatua have a floor space of 13,000 square feet and a frontage of 104 feet. The architects were Messrs Watson, Gooder and Lee, of Masterton, and the builders Messrs Judd and Russell. The contract was carried out under the personal supervision of Mr J. Russell. By moving the site of the Kourarau headworks a little further down stream a firm papa foundation has been obtained and the construction of a dam will yield 1000 horse power instead of 500 as previously estimated. This will give the Board 1000 horse power at' a capital cost of only £22,000 and will enable them to carry a load up to 4000 or 5000 horse power. 0

John William Smith appeared before Messrs J. W. Kershaw- and M. R. Smith, J.’sP., at Martinborough on Monday, on a charge of being an incorrigible rogue. He was arrested on account of complaints from settlers in the Tablelands district, to whom he had been making himself a nuisance. His record for the past eight years showed he had served in terms ranging from one to 12 months, about four years of the whole period. Accused pleaded guilly, asd was sentenced to 12 months’ hard in Wellington gaol. WHY HAVE a bad LBG! Do you suffer from—Varicose Ulcers or Wounds, Varicose Veins, Varicose Eczema! If so—Kurvarvane is the treatment, and it will cure you. Local agents, Gordon’s Pharmacy, Masterton. Prices 4/6 and 6/6.

The infectious diseases notified jn 1 airarapa last week were only <»ih case of pneumonic influenza. Dunng September there were eight taxes of scarlet fever, one of diphtheria, one of enteric, one of tubercu osis, one of cere bro-spinal, three of pneumonia, one of pneumonic influenza, and one of trachoma. The chairman of the Wairarapa Power Board (Mr .1. C. Cooper) states that it had been suggested the Board might find some of its money locally, which would save the usual commission and also circulate the interest in the district. The present moment was not quite suitable but probably after the new year, when the wool cheques came in, the Board would i&ue some debentures in the Wairarapa. Sixty applications for the position of secretary have been received by the Manawatu-Oroua Electric Power Board. At the board meeting, Sir James Wilson wished to know who would lie “head of affairs’* when the secretary jras appointed? Would it be the engineer or the secretary? The engineer (.Mr W. A. Waters), stated that he knew of instances where the secretary had been made “manager” and m each case the engineer had resigned. Mr Nash M.P. (chairman) thought that the two appointments should not clash. They could make the engineer responsible to the Council.

“A strange coincidence,” was a comment passed at the meeting of G. E. Weaver’s creditors yesterday, when it was sought to add a small account from W. Bur ridge to the list. “I told Air Burridge two years ago, and repeatedly since then,” said bankrupt, “that I did not owe the money—that the debtor was a Frank Weaver, who lived in my house in Queen street before I did.” Mr Jordan (bankrupt’s counsel) asked if Frank Weaver was a relation. “No, he. worked on the railway,” was the reply. “They are trying to make out you drank his beer,” continued the solicitor, amidst laughter. “Apparently so,” answered bankrupt. White coats lost. English lorry for sale. Giluli parrot for sale. Suite of rooms to let. Hylstein co\v*for sale. Cowman-gardener wanted. Corrugated iron for sale. Advertiser wa.ats to ren: hou.*«. Citizens* Band eucTre tournament and dance to ni»ht.

Fairhrothers, Ltd., usual weekly ; ulo to-day at J. 45 pm.

Mr F. P. Welch advertises for shearing cook, shepherd, inlkers, etc.

Tenders are invited by Messrs Watson. Gooder and Lee for the alteration of a residence at Tane.

The solicitors* offices in Masterton v ill close at 11 a.m. on Friday, the fiist day of the Masterton races. The N.Z. Poultry Co-op., Ltd., Wellington, advertise that they will conduct sale of live poultry every’ Thursday at 12 o’clock.

Mr E. Hale, of the Wairarapa Nurseries, Te Ore Ore road, advertises chrysanthemums (Japanese double and single), named varieties, at 12s dozen.

A scries of addresses on the pro. phecies of Daniel, which has been delivered in other parts of the Dominio.i to cvcr-incrcasing aiid appreciative audiences, is now being given at the Mission Hall, Bannister street. Tonight’s subject is “Daniel’s Image,’* and should prove very interesting.

The N.Z. Poultry Co-op., Ltd., 24 Egmont street, Wellington, report a small yarding at last Thursday’s auction. Light culjs. realised; Hens 6s, roosters up to 8s per pair. Eggs, first grades Is 4d, second and country store ‘-‘Bg s Is 3d per dozen, in firm demand. Poultry sales arc hold every Thursday at 12 o ’clock noon.

If you w’ant to wear headwear of unquestionable quality and style you can’t possibly go wrong if you invest in a “Stetson.” If you’re going to the races, you’ll be justly proud of ycur hat if it ?s one of these dependable new’ “Stetsons.” See the new shipment just arrived at J. L. Murray’s, Ltd., Queen street, Masterton.

Mr C. H. Robbins, manager of the Reliable Poultry Farm, w’ho has just taken the patent rights of his new’ incubator, “The Defiance,” will give a practical demonstration of the incubator at the office of Messrs C. C. Ross and Co., Masterton, to-day. Poultryr.en, farmers and residents generally ire invited to call and see for themselves the world's latest in incubatofr.

Mr R. S. Gerrand advertises on page 8 particulars of a sale of furniture and effects on behalf of a client who is giving up housekeeping. The sale will be held at the Occidental Auction Mart at 2 o’clock to-day. Also, prior to the above, at 1.30 p.m., 3-horse dray, Duncan drill and Deering reaper and binder. See advertisement.

Attention is draw’n to an advertisement elsewhere in this issue inviting applications for the local agency for the well-known Adams Bruce cake. As ever-increasing sales indicate, this commodity enjoys a Dominion-wide popularity on account of its richness and flavour. The proposition should, therefore, offer attractive prospects. All partieuulars may be oltained from Adams Bruce, Limited, 191 Willis street, Wellington. three o’clock in the morning early, Just when the milk-ho “chivvies the moon, ’ ’ And nurse came in, mob-cappy and surly, Bringing the hottie and glass and spoon. U A double-strong dose for me!” gasped Maisie, “O, nursie, I want it thick and pure, But mix it up hot for Dot and Daisy— Good old Woods’ Great Peppermint Cure!”

The Pr '- i rin:i congregation at Martin borough will consider to-night the building of a new church. The Masterton auxiliary of the Navy League met yesterday, Mrs H. H. Beetham presiding. The secretary (Miss A. Sellar) reported that 20 schools werp on the Navy League roll. Final arrangements were made regarding the children's picture entertainment to be held in the Opera on October 21. All school members of the Navy League will be admit ic'd free.

The late Mr F. J. M. D. Walmsley was once robbed of the gold on three packhorses, of which he was in charge while in the service of the Bank of New Zealand on the West Coast. That district was somewhat unruly, and the robbers were not chary of taking life. Mr Walmsley deemed himself fortunate to escape unharmed by his horse rearing and striking down the man holding its head. *

The Salvation Army is expecting a good response to its “Great Community Fair” at the Municipal Hall during Labour week-end. Some 50 special artists from Wellington and Feilding will be present, and on Saturday afternoon and night will give a first-class vocal, orchestral, and muskoa-l programme in aid of the annual self-denial appeal. Gifts for the “fair” will be gratefully received—either produce, cakes, clothes, toys, in fact, goods of any descrip-

The Wellington provincial schools Rugby tournament banner, made and presented by Mr P. Robert, of Palmerston North, is at present on view in Mr J. L. Murray’s window. The trophy is a fine piece of work, made of maroon plush on black silk moriette, with a large gold monogram in the centre. It is finished in gold braid and tassels and suspended from a brass rod. This is the first year the banner was open for competition, it being won by the Wairarapa primary school representatives, who, in winning the tournament, defeated the Wanganui, Wellington and Mahawatu teams, scoring 42 points against five.

“We in New Zealand have as good a railway system as any in the world,” said the chairman (Mr C. E. Daniell) at the annual meeting of the Chamber of Commerce yesterday. When the late Lord Northcliffe had stepped off the Main Trunk train at Hamilton he had said, with reference to the three hours’ trip of 80 miles from Auckland: “My word, that’s a good run.” Coming from a visitor, that was something to be proud of.” Mr D. Al. Graham: “Yes, hut that’s in Auckland.” (Laughter). “We grumble at the administration,” continued the chairman, “instead of trying to realise their difficulties and help them.”

The weekly meeting of the. Claims Board of the Wairarapa Patriotic Association was held in Masterton yesterday. Air J. Af. Ooradine presided, and there were also present: Messrs G. C. Summerell, R. R. Burridge (R.S.A.), D. K. Logan, J. Hebenton (R.S.A.), and W. J. Welch. An application from a soldier for an advance to stock up a farm was adjourned sine die, owing to present position of the funds being available only for use of perman-ently-disabled men. An application for a loan to complete the purchase of a dwelling was declined for the same reason. An application for a grant to meet payment of tradesmen’s accounts was declined as outside the scope of the Association. Three claims for temporary financial relief were granted.

At a recent meeting of the Masterton Borough Council comment was made concerning the alleged discourtesy of the Wairarapa Power Board in not asking permission to erect poles in the streets. This matter was mentioned at the Chamber of Commerce yesterday by Air H. H. Daniell. “The engineer has been going right through without asking permission from anybody.” explained Air J. C. Cooper. “He is within the law.” Air Daniell: “But it would have been a matter of courtesy to have approached the council.” Mr Cooper: “I am glad you mentioned it.”

A Wellington Press Association telegram states that a lively * discussion took place at last night’s meeting of the executive of the New Zealand Rugby Union, in reference to the action of the chairman (Mr G. W. Slade) in arranging the recent of a Wellington team to Auckland, when the northerners won by 54 to nil. The chairman’s action was endorsed, but a motion was passed that in future matters of the kind steps be taken to call the committee together. The chairman regarded the motion as a slight on himself and left the chair. Later he resumed the chair, but stated his intention to resign.

A rare treat is offered the public of Greytown this evening at the Crown Theatre, when they will be given an opportunity of hearing the Hon. W. F. Finlayson (who was for 10 years the Labour leader in the Queensland Senate), speak on the practical working of prohibition in America. His address will be illustrated with 120 slides on the screen. There has been a good deal of controversy' on the subject, and everyone should take this opportunity of hearing facts that will settle the matter in their own minds. Air Finlayson is reported' as a very able speaker and one who keeps his audience in good humour right throughout his address. £lOO TO BE DISTRIBUTED IN PRIZE MONEY. Ask your Chemist for the il Competitions” Magazine and get full partciulars. The rules are simple, the competitions interesting, and a special section is devoted to children. All you have to do is to see that your effort is accompanied by a carton wrapper taken from any one of the three remedies advertised in the magazine; the carton gives the entry lo any or all of the competitions. The manufacturers of Royle’s famous Rotorua Salts arc making this splendid offer. These Salts arc everywhere becoming a common remedy for Neuritis, Rheumatism, Constipation, and Liver troubles. Ask for them at your ‘Chemist to-day; price, 3s.