LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume LVIII, Issue 8939, 13 December 1907, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The pictures of the Mastertou Hospital, old and new, which we publish in our present issue, are re-produced from very excellent photographs taken by Mr D. Wilton, of Queen-street.

The Masterton Bowling Club is still increasing in membership. Yesterday afternoon two new members were elected, making eighteen new members for the seasou.

A meeting of the Executive Committee of the Wairarapa Athletic Association takes place at Masterton on Saturday night, to appoint delegates to the Conference at New Plymouth in February. General business will also be dealt with.

At the Braucepeth shed, Messrs W. and H. Beethain's sliearing was completed ou Tuesday afternoon. Over forty thousand sheep passed through the hands of the shearers, Keefe, the ringer, accounting for over five thousand for his tally, and his sheep were shorn in a most creditable manner. The clip reached eight hundred and twenty bales, and is stated to be in excellent condition, aud quite free from piripiri.

At the luucheon which took place, yesterday afternoon, prior to the formal opening of Masfcerton's new Hospital, Mesdames Hogg, Patience Taylor and Tβ Tan attended at the table, each wearing the ambulance badge of the red cross on their arms. In fact the red cross shone conspicuously in all directions, and the whole of a large ladies' committee, in addition to tne male helpers, kept prominently before the public view the object of the function, by having the Maltese cross displayed on their sleeves.

The Hon. G. Fowlds was consulted by the Mayor, yesterday, in reference to the grant in aid of the new Technical School. The public subscriptions carry with them a statutory subsidy, and the Minister intimated that, in addition, a special grant of £1000 would be made available for the new; structure. This makes altogether a sum of £3400 which the Managers will be able to expend on their new premises. It is proposed to move the Salvation Army Barracks some dis : tance back, and to erect in front a good substantial building of brick and cement which can, if necessary, be readily extended.

A Booklet Guide to Mount Holds worth, written by Mr Charles Bannister, is now on sale at Messrs McLeod and Young's. Price, 6d per cppy. It describes in detail the route to be taken and all special points of interest*

Yorkshire wool letter on pages 2 and 8, Cricket and Commercial Notes on page (5 and the formation of a Swimming Club on page 7. Lather Murray is being tried to-day, at Dannevirke, for stealing 112 sheep, one mare and foal. Mr 0. A. Pownall is appearing for the defence. A large number of applicants fort Old-age Pension renewals appeare before the Registrar (Mr E. RawsdUf and Mr W. P. James, S.M., to-day, in support of the applications. All the applications were granted. The fat cattle entry at Masterton Show, iii February, will be easily a record, if anticipations are realised. Already a number of entries have been received, and a number of new exhibitors, who breed on a large scale, have signified their intention of sending in substantial entries. Two first offenders appeared before Mr W. P. James, S.M., at Masterton to-day, charged with drunkenness. One was fined ss, in default twentyfour hours' hard labour, aud the other, who was in charge of a vehicle at the time of the offence, and an accident -'("-. had occurred as a result of his - lapse, was fined 20s, with tin alterna- ' tive of forty-eight hours' hard labour. Peter Neilsen, a boardinghouse keeper, was fined £5 and costs, today, by Mr James, S. M., for procuring liquor for a prohibited person, nameA Peter Hansen. A prohibition or«K was also issued against him. Peter Hansen, charged with entering the Central Hotel while prohibited, was defended by Mr B. J. Dolau and pleaded guilty. Defendant was fined 20s, with 7s costs. The lamb presented by Master Platt to the Masterton Hospital for sale at yesterday's function proved a prolific source of income. It was bought and sold and then re-sold several times, and in the end £5 7s 6d was realised by the sale, which was gratuitously conducted by Mr J. R. Nicol, auctioneer. The aggregate gain to the Hospital from the lamb will be £11. 15s 6d. Law points aud cases were much in evidence in the window-smashing case before the S. M. at Masterton yesterday. One counsel had fifteen volumes of law works piled ou the table in front of him, not one being less than two inches in thickness. They made a formidable array, especially as opposing counsel also had a larger nura- S ber of reference works tit his hand than usual. At the Hospital, yesterday, there was one little item which calledjfc. for special praise from the ister, and that was a dinner-waggon for use in one of the wards. It is a most up-to-date little appurteuauce to Hospital meal-serving, aud consists of two bevelled plate-glass racks held by four heavily-uickelled corner uprights, set on rubber castors. It rolled over the floor noiselessly aud easily, and from all sides were heard expressions of admiration in regard to its many obvious good points. A School of Music is to be opened in Mastertou by Miss M. Pearson on Ist February next. The Dominion Hall (Academy Bnildings) has been secured, and the school will be conducted on the most up-to-date lines. The subjects to be taught by Miss Pearson are piano, theory, harmony, singing (voice production) and elocution; aud also the violin (by arraugemeut with Mr Reiliana Boyes). Candidates will be prepared for examinations. The prospectus is now in course of preparation, and copies will be obtainable in a few days at Miss Pearson's private residence, "Donaghclouey," Lincoln-road. The bolting of the horse in the W.F.C. A. order cart yesterday was responsible for a painful accident happening to Mrs Coradine. Mrjiit Coradiue and Mrs J. W. BlackrnaßJr (wife, of the Gas Manager), were driving a pony in a gig, which was met at the Waipoua bridge by the bolting horse, and capsized through the vehicles colliding. Mrs Coradine appeared to have been rather seriously injured, while Mrs Blackmau was also badly shaken and bruised. The doctor attending Mrs Coradine is not. yet certain whether any bones have been broken, but to-day she is still suffering greatly from the effects of the accident.

The Mastertou Hospital will benefit to the extent of over £110 by yesterday's function. The thanks of the Trustees are extended to a large and energetic baud of lady helpers, and particularly to the following:—Mesdames J. C. Boddington, Cochrane, Coradiue. Hogg, Day, Collier, Giddings, Morrison (matron), Platt, Rayner, (Dγ) Ross, Te Tan, Taylor and Miss Vallance. The Trustees also wish to gratefully acknowleged the loan of furniture from Messrs Hoar and Permain and the W.F.C.A., the loau of crockery from Messrs Levin and Co., Ltd., and the use of a piano from Messrs McLeod and Young. public contributed very towards the afternoon tea and other revenue-producing affairs, and the result has proved most gratifying. Mrs Doctor W. H. Hosking president of the Ladies' Committee worked very hard indeed to ensure the success of the function, as did Mr H. M. Boddiugton, the secretary in charge.

An al fresco concert was given in the Masterton Hospital grounds, last evening, by the Orchestral Society, assisted by a number of leading vocalists. The evening was beautifully fine, and there was a large attendance,

but a very noticeable feature was that the majority of those present were residents of Lansdowne, the concert not being patronised quite as it should have been by the southern portion of the town. The audience was a very appreciative one and demonstrated their approval of the various items on the programme in an unmistakeable manner, a number of performers being encored. In addition to rendering the Orchestra played the accompaniments to several of the vocal items. Solos and quartettes were sung by Mesdames Rawsou and Jago and Messrs Hunn and Jago, the accompaniments being played by Mrs Lewis and Mrs Hunn. After the cert a lamb was sold at auction by ~hW* J. R. Nicol. The animal was &ctm\ purchased by Mr H. C. Robinson for the sum of 255, the buyer presenting it to the institution for re-sale. It was then purchased in turn by Messrs H. M." Boddington, P. L. Hollings and W. Platt for 20s, Mr R. E. Jones for 15s, and finally by Mr H. M. Boddington for 7s 6d. Several other items were also sold at satisfactory prices. As a result of the'"gathering the funds . of the Hospital will benefit by a considerable amount.

It is an acknowledged fact that music soothes the troubled mind.

The business man, going • home after his daily worry, is refreshed and made happy when sitting in his drawing-room and enjoying the sweet music which his daughter is playing. The man who has been toilhard all day, and is weary in body, can sit down and revel in the sweet strains which proceed from the piano. But a good piano musk be used. If any of our are doubtful as , to what piaiflk they should have in their home, would refer them to the excellent stock of pianos Ohas. Begg and Co., Ltd., have on view in (J^een-street. This old established firm stocks only the most reliable makes, and any of their instruments * may be obtained for cash or on easy terms. Call and inspect,*

The latest dredging returns are:— Hessey, 15oz 14dwt, for 82 hours; Mastertoii, 19oz 12dwfc, for 137 hours. The return from the Mystery Flat ior the week was 570z lldwt.

A London message, as we go to press (received 12.47 p.m.) states: By an •explosion at Kynoch's factory, a horse and cart and three men were blown to idtemieuts. The works were wrecked, ■aflPgreat damage resulted.

Mr J. Lowndes, local manager for the British and Continental Piano Company, announces by advertisement on page 2 of this issue that lie will open up a select stock of stationery and fancy goods in the Exchange Buildings on or about the 20th iust.

The auuual meetiug of shareholders of the Workers' Mutual Benefit Society was held last night, Mr R. Krahageu presiding. Messrs W. H. Cole, A. H. Giirduer and J. •W. Gordon were appointed directors for te eusinug twelve mouths, Mr G. W. Sellar beiug elected shareholders' auditor.

'' I have not seen or heard of my wife for thirty years." said Theophilus Love wlieu petitioning for a divorce, at Wellington, 'from Mary Love, whom he married iv 18(5'.). His Houour grauted a decree nisi, to become absolute iv three mouths.

The number of artisans and labourersfr employed on co-operative works d<Hte October was 2801 (258 artisans, 2olsflabourers). Ou the North Island Main Trunk Railway 98 artisans and 1275 labourers were employed. The numbor of men employed on Government roads during the month was 1(i57.

A girl named Carroll, aged sixteen, sustained serious injury through being caught by the arm iv the lmichiuery at the rope works a.t Foxtou, where she was employed. The machinery had to be takou to pieces to release her. A doctor found it necessary to amputate the arm at the shoulder. The victim rallied well from the shock.

Charges of employing assistants after hours were laid against two local tobacconists aud hairdressers by the Inspector of Factories, Mr G. E. Hood, and this moruing both the defendants admitted the offences at the Magistrate's Court. Mr W. P. James, S. M., fined D. Mclntosh, for oue charge only, 20s, with 7s costs, and A. E. Williams, against whom two informations were laid, 20s and 10s on the respective charges, with 7s costs on each information.

A boy, who can ride a bicycle is wanted at this office to deliver papers. ijtoiauo, nearly uew, is advertised

A reward is offered for the return of a lady's grey tweed coat, lost on 4tli December.

Those wishing to make a great saving in lace curtains aud table damasks should note a few of the prices charged for these goods by Mr J. Heyhoe.

A large selection of children's white sample piaufores and cretonnes have just been opened up by Mr Heylioe, and are being retailed by him at exceptionally low prices.

At the Mastertou Auction Mart, tomorrow, Mr J. R. Nicol will sell on account of a gentleman leaving for Auckland a quantity of leading furniture lines, and ou behalf of consignors, crockery and produce.

A very choice selection of children's shoes for the holiday season have just been opened up by Mr J. Carpenter. These goods are all of the latest designs and of exceptionally good quality. Orders received by mail are carefully selected, and paid prompt attention.

Messrs R. E. Howell and Co., Ltd., have been appointed sole agents for Mr A. E. Moore, of Hastings. The firm will receive consignments of fruit regularly, the first consignment of will arrive from Hastings todaep&ud can be bought from their aucuou mart, Perry-street.

On account of Mrs A. Aronstein, of v-13, Archer-street, Mr J. R. Nicol will * sell on Wednesday next at the residence the whole of the high-class and nearly new furniture, brief particulars of which are advertised to-day. The sale presents an exceptional opportunity to those wishing to furnish, for the -various lines have been well selected, and good value is assured. A catalogne will be issued on Monday next, and the goods will be on view the following day

The public are invited to walk round and inspect the 'Xmas stock at "Chairman's." The place is packed with the latest novelties in drapery, crockery, electro-plate, and other useful articles suitable for the season. An increasing trade is a certain indicative that the prices are right.*

Solid oak furniture is now a specialty. Furnishing DepL, W.F.C.A.* Summer Suits for Men from 30s. When yjur interest is pxcited by your needs, we would be glad t<■ have you bear in mind that we are ready to satisfy them so far as they concern a well fitting suit at a moderate will the tailoring of the garment satrflpill, that you can demand even though an exclusive to order tailorraan did help you to establish your standard We have a splendid assortmeLt of fashionable tweeds now ready Look us up at Hooper's :?

If you want a good egg preservative try Waterglass, a scientific preparation, which forms a" thin coating of glass round the egg, in which state it will keep for months. Sold by H. T. Wood in bottles 6d and Is.*