The Waikato Independent Incorporating "The Cambridge Gazette." TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 1924. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Waikato Independent, Volume XXIV, Issue 3230, 10 June 1924, Page 4

The Waikato Independent Incorporating "The Cambridge Gazette." TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 1924. LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Chi Saturday afternoon the Waikato Hunt was to have met at Mr H. Wa&t'a farm at Fencourt, but owing to *&© torrential rainfall the meet had to gte [postponed. The Monavale Football Club are very %asy preparing the decorations of the Uteffl fur thoir dance, whicTi 'is being hold ■m> Tlanrsdqy. 'l2th insl., and hope that Ulaey will "be rewarded with fine ~w«aHket sukJ a Tiall-fuH to make everything

A man named J. Kippenherger. who was severely burned at Studholmc Junction on Friday through his clothing becoming ignited when he was working a tractor, died on Saturday. At Petone, Wellington, on Saturday, a young man named Leslie Hebbond, aged 23, employed by the Hutt Power Board, fell 14 feet from a ladder and fractured his skull. He died later in the hospital.

Approximately 200 appeals are to be heard by the Post and Telegraph Appeal Board at its sitting, which commences in Wellington to-day. Mr E. C. Cutton, S.M. is presiding. A cable from New York, received this morning, states that Viscount Walter James Pirrie, head of Harland and Wolff, shipbuilders, of Belfast, died suddenly on Saturday night from bronchial pneumonia aboard the steamer Ebro returning from South America.

Mr Laurence Andrews, London qualified eyesight specialist, associate of Mr H. Grocott, of Hamilton, will visit Cambridge on Friday next, June 13th. Mr Andrews may be consulted at the old Bank Chambers, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

It is understood that Mr J. A. Young, M.P. for Hamilton, before he leaves for Wellington to attend the approaching opening of Parliament, will deliver a pre-sessional address in Hamilton, in reply to Mr T. M. Wilford, Leader of the Opposition.—Waikato Times.

Owing to the wretched weather conditions prevailing on Saturday morning the Cambridge Rugby Union Executive at noon decided to postpone all ivatches—a very wise decision in view of the downpour that occurred practically all Saturday afternoon. All other outdoor games were also cancelled.

At the Waipa County Council meeting at Ohaupo yesterday, a letter was received from the Assistant UnderSecretary, stating that a petition praying for an alteration to tho boundaries of Te Awamutu Borough had been duly received, and gazetted. At the expiry of a month the matter would receive further consideration.—No action was taken by tho Council.

At the Chamber of Commerce meeting last night. Mr A. B. Hodgson expressed the opinion that it was high time Cambridge had a parcel post delivery: There were towns' of less importance than Cambridge which had such a convenience. Other members agreed'with this opinion, and on Mr Hodgson's motion it was resolved to make application through the local postmaster, for the institution of a parcel post delivery for the town. Mr C. Foskett, Fenpourt factory managed, at the annual re-union of suppliers on Friday evening last, drew attention to a little point affecting the attainment of the best results in eheesemaking. Mr Foskett advocated the introduction of coolers, especially in.connection with the night's supply of milk. It was of much assistance to the production of high quality cheese.

A reminder is given of tho Boy and Girl Scout entertainment, in aid of the funds for a Scout Hall, to be held at the' Presbyterian Hall to-night (Tuesday). A full muster is hoped for, as an excellent programme will be provided, while the object is a deserving one. Among tho itoms to be given to-night is the Boy Scouts Patrol March, composed by our local musician, Mr W. J. Litchwark. Children will be admitted for 6d.

A deputation from the Horahora soldier settlers waited on the district member (Mr F. Lye) on Saturday afternoon in connection with a grievance concerning the treatment meted out to them as the result of the recent, visit and findings of the Distinct Re-valua-tion Committee. Arrangements are being made for the member to visit the Horahora settlement at an early date to obtain full facts of tho cases.

During the running of the King George Handicap at the Dunedin Racing Club's meeting on Saturday, when about a chain into the home stretch. Bonny Winkie slipped and foil and brought down Wapping. Both horses got up alright but D. Cotton, the. rider of Bonnie Winkie had his collar-bone broken, while Andrew McKay, the other rider, was found to be seriously injured on the head, and was taken to hospital whore an examination disclosed a fractured skull.

At the School Committee meeting last night the headmaster reported that, two entries from the High School "iris had been sent to the recent Hamilton Show. The subjects were Dairy Science and Agriculture and Chemistry. In each case a first prize had been secured. The Committee expressed pleasure at this result and requested the headmaster to convey their congratulations to Mr C. Meredith, instructor of the High School class.

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PERSONAL. Mr J. Bruce was elected prosident of the Eifle Club at its annual meeting on Saturday afternoon. Mr Bruce is also prosident of the South Auckland Rifle Association. Mr J. G. Dennison, surveyor, of Kaitaia, visited Cambridge yesterday in conjunction with a tour he is making of the Waikato. The visitor expressed himself as being particularly impressed with the air of prosperity' and numerous signs of progress throughout the South Auckland province.' ■ A Press Association telegram states that Mr L. M. Isitt, present member for North Christchurch, will not be a candidate for that constituency at next elections. The message does not state that Mr Isitt will not seek re-election. Mr A. Hopkirk, who has been laid aside for some considerable time through illness, and recently underwent an operation at a private hospital in Hamilton, is now making excellent progress towards roeovory, and it is hoped he may be able to return to his home next week. Tho resignation of Mr V. J. Cook, assistant teacher of the fourth standard at the local school, was notified through the headmaster at the school commtitee meeting last evening. Mr Cook has accepted a position with the Sacred Heart College, Auckland, dating from 17th June. In recognition of services rendered by the member for Eden, Hon. Mr Parr and Mrs Parr were last night tendered a complimentary banquet by the electors. Mr Massey paid a tribute to the good work done by the Hon. Mr Parr, as Minister of Education, and said that on his thirty years experience their guest had been a most enthusiastic holder of that portfolio and was doing his duty to the country faithfully and well.