LOCAL & GENERAL.

Waipawa Mail, Volume L, Issue 104, 27 May 1929, Page 2

LOCAL & GENERAL.

The Operatic Society’s rehearsal of “H.M.S. Pinafore” will be held in the Concert Hall on Friday evening next at 7.30, the change in date being necessary orving to the hall being engaged for the euchre party on Thursday evening. After a delightfully mill day yesterday, an exceptionally cold snap set in during the night, and to-day the weather has been as trying as at any time during, the present winter. There was a heavy fall of snow on the danges during the night and right up to this afternoon, the foothills being covered. Artistic Art Silk Curtain Nets, in new tonings, 5s lid and 7s 3d yard, at Bryant’s now.* Although no match had been arranged, there was a good muster of players on the local golf links during the week-end. The course is rapidly improving, and in view- of the severe weather which has been experienced members are already realising the wisdom of the committee in deciding upon a change of venue. This cold weather spells “Cocoa,” but why buy expensive tins when the best bulk cocoa can be had for Is 3d per pound from Bryant’s.* In to-day’s issue will be found the Railway Department’s advertisement in connection with fares and train arrangements for the King’s Birthday fixtures. A special train will run from Waipukurau to Napier for the trotting races at Hastings racecourse on the Ist and 3rd June and football match at Napier on 3rd June. The ordinary return service is delayed in the evening to fit in with both events.

Ladies’ Felt Slippers, in plain shades, and fancy checks, with leather stiffeners, 4s 6d to 12s 6d per pair, at Bryant’s now.*

A ladies’ hockey team which journeyed from Waipukurau to Napier on Saturday afternoon had an unenviable experience. They were to have left on the return trip at 11 p.m., but through some misunderstanding their ear failed to put in an appearance and they did not start until 1 a.m. yesterday morning. Trouble with the steering gear was experienced at the foot of Te Aute hill, but eventually the rise was negotiated, but on reaching the summit the engine went on strike, and Waipawa had to be telephoned for assistance. This was promptly forthcoming, and the party reached their destination, after a night full of incident, at 5 a.m. Change in the breakfast menu is always a problem. How about some red herrings at 5 for Is, salt herrings 4 for Is, or Scotch kippers lOd pair? Bryant’s.* On Saturday afternoon the Hawke’s Bay Hounds hunted over the Abbotsford estate. The weather was anything but favorable, rain falling consistently the whole time. Nevertheless, there were over 80 followers, besides a large number in ears. One of the hares put up sought refuge under a house on Windsor Hill, and the attentions of the hounds were not relished by the occupants. A number of hares were scented during the afternoon, but all succeeded in making their escape. Following out of its policy of setting examinations for road foremen and overseers, the Main Highways Board has decided to hold another examination on June 4th. Applicants are tested in their ability, firstly, to carry out and supervise general road construction and maintenance, and. secondly, the construction of bitumen and concrete pavements. Successful applicants are granted certificates of qualification, and the Board has found that local authorities, in appointing overseers and foremen, are regarding its certificate as a necessary qualification for appointment. Warm Nightdresses, in flannelette, winceyetie and crepe, with long and short sleeves, at Bryant ’s now.* It is not generally known, perhaps, that every compound, such as tonics and tablets containing arsenic or strychnine and wherein the active principle of such poison is retained, must not be sold unless the word “poison” appears on the packet or bottle containing the substance. TinHealth Department points out that it is the duty of everyone selling such goods to inquire from the manufacturer as to the possibility of their being affected by the Poisons Act. Neglect of this precaution may lead to prosecution.

It’s useless trying to defy the present wintry weather without an overcoat. We have just landed a special Oily Overcoat, riding and walking cut, absolutely waterproof, for 37s 6d. Come and look these over at D. H. Edwards and Co.’s.* It’s useless trying to defy the present wintry weather without an overcoat. We have just landed a special Oily Overcoat, riding and walking cut, absolutely waterproof, for 37s 6d. Come and look these over at D. H. Edwards and Co.’s.*

The only basketball match played on Saturday was that between Waipawa and Waipukuiau, the latter winning by eight to six. The brethren of Loyal Abbotsford Lodge will please note that the funeral of the late esteemed Brother Dunkin will take place fo-monc v afternoon (Tuesday). Brethren a e requested to attend at the Lodgtrouu at 1.45 p.m. prior to joining the co - tege at St. Peter’: Church.* The schools of the district ieopened this morning after the te m holidays. During the vacation the Waipawa school was subjected to a thorough cleansing by the caretaker, Mrs Weedon, and this morning it was as sweet and clean as it is possible to make a fifty years' old building.

Bloomers, fleecy-lined, in all colors, 2s lid pair; navy wool, from 7s (id; silk and wool, white and in colors, from 7s lid, at Bryant’s now.*