LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume XXVII, Issue 7534, 10 August 1903, Page 2

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

1 The price of the four pound loaf in Hawera, is now 8d cash, and 9d booked. The registered rainfall in Maeterton, at at 9 o'clock this morning, for the previous 24 hours, was 1 inch and 38 points. Mr Eli Smith adds to his property list a 200 acre dairy farm in the Eketabuna district, the soil of which is of excellent Juality being alluvial deposit. Also 0,000 acres 13 miles from Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, all standing bush. The lp,nd land ,bein,g of gpod quality and prapticallj all .level, and when cleared \von\A cut up into firsi : clasß dairy iarms, This w a splendid opportunity'for a syndicate, ox capitalist. ' The price is only £1 5s per acre. The climate qf the Bay of Poverty district ie mild, «.nd the graes grows all the year round. At a meeting of tho Masterton Gun Club, held on Saturday evening, Ist August, it was decided to give a member, 'vi]ao had levelled serious allegations igainet-cei'taiu officials of the Club, seven days in' 'whieh' to''tender a» jejijjjlanation orsubstantiatetbe'ch'ar'gesmade; tfrneei): ing of the Club was held last Saturday evening, to consider the matter, when a letter was read from the member in 'question, that he did not make the cuarpee aQpgsd and resigning membership. If was flecided, bm /)he explanation was not satisfactory, tnatthe previous resolution, in regard to , the ffeembec's esn.ul«iofl, be carried out.' A resolution 'wag'also 'carried to the' effect that there was absolutely no' gr6und foy the allegations made against the officials j concerned.

The Mastorton A. and P. Association has fixed September 9th for holding the annual horse parade.

A meeting of Directors of the Wairarapa Caledonian Society is to be held in the Club Hotel on Saturday afternoon next.

Mr George Scales has received a cable from London, advising him of the arrival of the barque ' Castle Holme,' on August Bth, after a passage of 101 days. Her wool will bo catalogued for the September sales.

The Masterton Racing Club Programme Committee met on Saturday afternoon, and drafted a programme for the approaching season. Tho draft will be submitted for approval to a meeting of Stewards to be held on Wednesday.

The next meeting of the North Wairarapa Benevolent Society is to take place on Wednesday at 4 o'clock, half an hour later than usual on account of a meeting of the Racing Club being held in the Society's room at 2.30.

In connection with the frozen sheep and lambs competition, held by tho Masterton A. and P. Association, at its last show, cheques and account sales are to be forwarded by the Wellington Meat Export Company to the individual exhibitors, and the Association is to be supplied with accounts in duplicate.

The following telegram waa read at the annual meeting of the Mastertoa Dairy Factory Company, on Saturday afternoon : —" Detained by a deputation. Would greatly liked to be present at your annual meeting. Kindly assure shareholders of my ardent wish to help the dairy industry—A. W. Hogg."

Just .now, when the movements of Russia in the east are an absorbing topic, a description of the town of Dalny, now being prepared fer its destiny as a future city, of great strategic and commercial importance, will prove of unusual interest. The article, headed " Russia in the East," on tho fourth page, to-day, will well repay perusal.

The stumping exhibition to be given to-morrow in a paddock near the Eailway station should bo well patronised by those who desire to see a practical illustration of the cheapest, speediest, and most effective way of clearing their land of stumps. The exhibition will take place between 1 and 3 p.m., and will be given with the aid of Nobel's Blasting Gelatine.

A man named David Douglas was arrested, on warrant, at Masterton, yesday, by Constable Lilley, on a charge of making a false document with intent to defraud. The alleged offence was committed at Wanganui about the sth inst. The accused was employed at Taihape on railway works, and is alleged to have presented to the Department a document snowing that he was entitled to 8s a day instead of 5s 6d. The accused was remanded to Wanganui.

A pleasing and very harmonious function took place last Saturday evening, at the Empire Hotel, Masterton, when Mr A. F. Amoore, who leaves for the South Island this week, was presented with a handsome silver-mounted pipe and silver matchbox by his companions. Mr W. Thompson, in a neat speech, mado the presentation, and Mr Amoore suitably replied. Tho proceedings were brought to a close by the singing of " Auld Lang Syne."

A consignment of some thirty-seven hares for the Masterton Coursing Club, from Mr Bull, of Rangitato, arrived in Masterton on Saturday evening. Out of the total of thirty-seven only one died on the voyage. The hares were in good condition on arrival but three have succumbed since Saturday night, attributable to the bad weather experienced. Excellent shelter has been provided for the hares on Dean MoKenna's property. The hares are to be given a weeks rest but will afterwards be exercised daily. A further consignment is expected to arrive this week.

A special meeting of the Mastorton Trotting Club was held in the Club Hotel on Saturday afternoon. Mr C. A. Pownall presided, and Messrs G. H. Yates, J. Dixon, M. C. O'Connell, B. M. D. Whatman, C. H. Smith, and F. Hill were also present. The Chairman explained that the meeting was called for the purpose of nominating candidates for seats oa the New Zealand Trotting Association. It was decided to nominate Messrs F. Mark, of Auckland, and Ulio Shannon, of Wellington. It was also resolved to hold the annual meeting of members on Wednesday, 19th inst,

Iα conservation with a particularly well-informed resident of Upper Plain, a few days ago, he informed us that were he a young man, the Argentine would be selected by him as a fresh field before any other part of the globe. On the fourth page, to-day, will be found the expressed opinions of Mr J. C. Parker, a Poverty Bay settler, with regard to that part of the world, which are somewhat disillusionising. Mr Parker is a man of long practical experience, and can speak with authority on the subject dealt with, therefore his views should carry considerable weight. It will be seen that Mr Parker still pius his faith to New Zealand, as a place of residence, and expresses the opinion that though the Argentine is going to be a great country, a man with limited means can do much better in New Zealand.

Mr J. A. Renall, Chairman of Directors, in his remarks at the annual meeting of the Masterton Dairy Factory Company, on Saturday last, spoke in glowing terms of the dairying industry, which, in his opinion, had proved the back-bone of the country. He was very pleased to see its successful establishment in the out-dis-tricts, as wherever it got a footing, the prosperity of the settlers was assured. Large areas of suitable land were soon subdivided when a creamery was established, and the signs of prosperous settlement could then be seen on all sides. He himself was an enthusiast, as regards the dairying industry, because he realised what it was capable of accomplishing, in transforming sparsely-populated areas into thriving close settlement. Mr Eenall's sentiments and remarks were heartily endorsed by those whom he addressed.

There are apparently some fire-raisers at work in Maeterton. During the last few weeks four sheds, or' outbuildings, have been discovered to be ablaze, and no explanation can be given by the owners as to the origin of the fires. The buildings that have been destroyed were on the premises of Messrs W. Shaw, W. McKenzie, Krahagen and Chapman, and Chamberlain Bros., on Saturday night. An incident that gives unquestionable colour to the incendiary theory was discovered on Saturday night. A number of straw wrappers off bottles had been placed under a shed at the rear of Mr J. L. Murray's shop, used by Mr E. McEwen as an office, and a match had evidently been put to the straw, which was only partially burnt. The wood of the building was only charred, no doubt due to its moist condition caused by the recent damp weather.

A meeting of members of the Masterton Gun Club was held in the Club Hotel on Saturday evening. Mr C. A Pownall was voted to the chair, and there were ten members present. A letter was read from Mr Chevannes pointing out that tho Wangauui Gun Club was holding a " shoot" on tho 26th inst., and Masterton had fixed a Club match for the 27tb, which, the writer thought, would debar local shots attending the Wanganui match, The matter of altering the date of the Club's match was left to the Secretary to arrange. Tho Secretary was also instructed to fix a date for shooting for a cash trophy of five guineas donated by Messrs Lowes and lorns, and for Mossrs J. D. Cruickshank and Co.'s trophy, a patent kerosono stove. It was decided that the match be a nine bird one, a sweepstake of ss, and entrance fee 2s 6d.

At a meeting of tho Mastorton Dairy Company, held on Saturday afternoon, the question of the Company establishing a milk run was brought up and discussed. Mr E. Dixon moved, as a recommendation to the Directors, that a milk run be established. He believed it would be a most profitable venture. Mr George (Mangainaire) seconded, and remarked 'that settlers in the Mangamaire district have'cbvfs in milk in the winter months, sp if the run taken tip they pould dispose of their milk. Mr'J.'O. Ewington agreed that the undertaking 'woijid be a considerable source of revenue. Mr J. A. Benall pointed out that there were obstacles in the way which could not be overcome. It there was milk coming forward the factory could manufacture butter the whole year round. The mo,tio,n ; op being put to the meeting, was flegaiiWtj; >\- ;* ,

SLEEP FOB SKIN-TOUTURE D BABIES and rest for tired mothers in ii warm'bath with Cuticura Soap, and a single anointing with Cuticura, the great skin cure arid purest ojt emollients, to be followed in severe eases by mild' dosea of Cr/ticura Resolvent Pills, to cbbl and cleanse , the bloud. T,his is the purest, sweetest, most speedy, pernmneiu and economical treatment foi? • burning, breeding, scaly,-crusted and pimply skin and scalp humours ever compounded, and is sure to succeed when all else fails. '

Tho Financial Statement is likely to be brought down to-morrow night.

A Dunedin message announces tho death of Mr E. 1). Cargill, at tho age of eighty.

The steamer Niwaru has arrived at Auckland from Napier. She will go into dock to-morrow.

Drs Mason and Valintino arrived in Masterton on Saturday r.ight, and they intend returning to Wellington, to-day.

The Ventura, with London mails of the 25th July, left San Francisco on the 6th inst., at 6 p.m., due date.

A special message to the Daily Times states that Mr I. Wheeler, of Petone, late of Masterton, has been appointed clerk to the Pohangina County Council.

The death is announced, at Melbourne, of Signora Majeroni, the well-known actress. Deceased toured Hew Zealand many years ago.

Cases of anthrax have been reported from Southland, three different parts of Auckland, and one believed to have occurred near New Plymouth.

The church to be erected at Gladstone, through the liberality of Mr W. C, Buchanan, is to be of brick and plaster. Messrs Varnharn and Rose, of Masterton, are preparing the plans of the new building.

Whittaker Wright, charged with fraud in connection with the London and Globe Insurance Corporation, has been released on bail. The total bail demanded was £50,000.

Mr A. W. Hogg, M.H.R, paid a visit to Taranaki last week, and while there secured some of the much-heard-of Taranaki iron-sand. Mr Hogg has presented some of the iron-sand to the Masterton Museum.

The Wanganui Town Clock went "cronk" recently. The chimes kept going, continuously for about a quarter of an hour; but the hour was not tolled for several consecutive hours.

The box plan for the Mastorton Volunteer concert, being arranged by Mrs A. D. Blythe, has now been opened at Mr J. P. Eliott's. No additional charge is made for reserved seats.

The late Phil. May was buried in the Catholic Cemetery, at Kensal Green. There was a great gathering of journalists, Longstatfe, Tom Boberts, and Australian artists being present.

A cable message states that the cycling road race from Goulburn to Ashfield, in New South Wales,. a distance of 118 miles, was won by Brook, .of Goulburn, the time being seven hours and twentyeight minutes.

Messrs Yarnham and Bose have received instructions from Mr J. D. Cruickshank, acting as agent for the trustees in the estate, to prepare plans for the erection of a block of six brick shops on the vacant section in Queenstreet, almost opposite the Empire Hotel.

Messrs J. A. Benall and J. C. Ewington, on behalf of the Masterton Dairy Factory Company, left, to-day, for Mangamaire, to complete arrangements in connection with the proposal to establish a creamery in that part of the district.

A cable message, as we go to press, states that there is a better demand at Home for New Zealand butter. Average price for choicest is 95s per cwt, Danish 103s, Canadian 935, Siberian 85s, Argentine 935. Cheese is firmer, and finest New Zealand is quoted at 51s per cwt.

An outbreok of fire occurred in an outbuilding at the rear of Messrs Chamberlain Bros, shop, in Queen-street, on Saturday night, about 11 o'clock. The Fire Brigade promptly responded to the alarm given and had the fire extinguished before it had a chance of spreading to the adjacent buildings. The origin of the fire is stated to be a mystery.

The appointments on the Masterton A. and P. Association's Show Grounds are to undergo alterations and improvements, and a meeting of the Ground Committee is to be held on Saturday to consider the matter. The show programme is to be revised, and the next show dates are to be fixed at a special meeting of the Association to be held on the 22nd in st.

Tenders will close on Friday next, for the erection of a brick building in Hallstreet, Masterton, on the Trust Lands Trust section on which the Eailway Boarding House formerly stood. It is understood that the building, (for which Messrs Eose and Varnham, architests, have prepared the plans), will be occupied as offices by our local contemporary.

From tho Dunedin Star we take the following:—C. N. Baeyertz v. J. McNair (of Masterton). —A claim of i>lo for an advertisement in a " Guide of New Zealand," published by the plaintiff, and for twenty-five copies. Mr W. 0. McGregor appeared for plaintiff, and Mr Sim for defendant.—Plaintiff produced the defendant's written order authorising the insertion of the advertisement sued for.— For the defence, it was contended that the action came within the scope of the statute affecting book canvassers, and His Worship upheld this view, noneuiting the plaintiff.

A discussion took place at Saturday's meeting of the Masterton A. and P. Association, upon the question of taking steps to get veterinary lectures delivered to farmers in Masterton. Mr D. Guild introduced the subject, and expressed the opinion that if a class was established great advantage would accrue. He moved that the Secretary.of the Agricultural Department, be communicated with, and asked to consent to a Government veterinarian delivering lectures. The matter of most suitable time wae mentioned and Mr Guild stated that the summer months were most convenient; but if the Department was at once communicated with, and permission for the veterinarian to deliver lectures obtained, arrangements for starting the class could be made. Mr Guild's motion was genally endorsed, and, eventually, a Committee, consisting of Messrs D. McGregor, J. B. McKenzie, E. Gray, and D. Guild, was appointed to go into the question, and ascertain how many farmers are likely to join the class, if started. Now is the time to book your order for a "McCormiok" Reaper and Binder.—Advt. Anyone that has sore throat Must know he's caught a cold; Our good advice he then should note, And do what he ia told; Which, is—if he has got the sense— To hasten to procure The thing that sells for eighteenpence— Some Woods' Great Peppermint Cure. INVENTION AS A BOAD TO WEALTH. "At no time in history has the demand for useful inventions been so great as at present, and never has there been such activity displayed in invention and such astonishing results produced."—Extract from pamphlet giving information upon patents, obtainable free from Baldwin and Rayward, National Chambers, Wellington. How is your liver ? If it is troublesome, just spend 1/- and get a box of Bock's Liver Powdeb, a purely herbal compound, guaranteed to cure all liver, disorders. Local agents, W.F.C.A., Ltd., and J. Jones & Co., Eketahuna. Kheumatism and its cure! To effect a permanent cure, the urid acid poison must be expelled from the blood; Bock's Rheumatic Powder (an internal remedy) is guaranteed to do this. Price, 3/6 per tin. Local agents, W.F.C.A., Ltd., and J. Jones & Co., Eketahuna.