LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume LXIV, Issue 11591, 13 February 1913, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

The Eketahuna County Council has accepted the rollowing tenders for the lease of reserve at Hukanui: —Reserve No. 132, W. Griffith, £5 15s; Reserve No. 133, A. Hooper, £5 10s 6d.

Settlers in the Eketahuna district state that many of the cereal and root crops this season are superior to any yet grown in the district. The rape crops generally are also very good,

The annual meeting of the Manawatu Trotting Club will be held on the Awapuni course, on Wednesday, February 26th. Nominations close tomorrow, at 10 p.m., with the secretary, Mr G. F. D. Watson, box 52, Palmerston North.

The Waiotiaki bridge, which is to be

erected between Pongaroa and the East Coast, will be 250 feet long. There will be one truss span measuring 99ft 10in., and six land spans, each 25ft in length. . The tender of Messrs W. Whittakcr and W. Robertson, of Pongaroa, was accepted for the work by the Akitio County Council on Saturday last.

Messrs J. Strang and Wm, Perry were sworn in at the Masterton S.M. Court this morning as J.P. 's. -

On the motion of Mr Coradine probate of the will of George Arnold, formerly of Waihi, but latterly of Masterton, mining investor, has been granted by the Supreme Court to Mr J. W. Blackmail, of Masterton.

At a meeting of the Masterton Ladies' SAvimming Club Committee, yesterday, it was decided that male visitors be allowed permission to ■Witness the Swimming. Carnival ,to be held on Thursday, Februaiy 27th.

The wind having dropped, says a Gisborne wire, the position in country districts where bush fires are:raging is better this morning. . No .'estimate can yet be formed of the extent of the losses of stock, the settlers having been baffled by smoke. The fire is easily the largest which has yet occurred in. the district. ' *'

At the Fire Brigades' Demonstration at Wanganui next week, the Masterton Brigade will be represented by Superintendent Jenkins, Foreman B. "Braggins, Branchinen 11. Moore and E.

Braggins. Emergencies.—Brauchman S. Dixon, Foreman H. Braggins. Mr J. Butcher will represent the local Fire Police.

The Masterton Amateur Theatrical Society held a meeting on Tuesday night, in Murray's Hall. There was a good attendance of members, and it was decided on the recommendation of the Selection Committee to produce the comic opera '' The Geisha.'' The first rehearsal will be held on Tuesday, 4th March. ' The properties for ' ' The Geisha" will be purchased form the Wanganui Society.

The agricultural machinery agents are evidently of opinion that it pays to exhibit all classes of farmers' implements at agricultural shows, as we are informed that the leading manufacturers are exhibiting at the New Plymouth show, and those who have not already booked space should write to the secretary, Mr Arthur Cliff, as soon as possible, as entries in all sections of machinery and live stock close on Saturday next, the 15th inst.

The Carterton Brass Band has elected the following officers for the ensuing year:—Patron, Dr Gunn; President, Mr F. Feist; vice-Presidents, Messrs J". M. Nicholls, W. A. Kitchen, 11. Keltic, A. Phillpotts,' H. H. Wolters, W. H. Booth, 11. Dooley, Dr Johnston, Sir W. C. Buchanan; conductor, Mr W. 11. Spoouer; corporal, Mr J. Stringer; sergeant, Mr O. Petersen; treasurer. Mr R. Crawley; secretary, Mr C. Foster; custodian, Mr W. Kay.

Mr Harry Hall, who has earned a great reputation for himself as a stage manager, will have charge of the arrangements behind the curtain on

Thursday, 27th inst. The "makiugup" will also be in his capable hands. r The smooth running of a performance can alone be secured through a knowledge of stagecraft, and the j)erformers are to be congratulated on the assistance which is being given them. The management asks us to urge everyone to be in their seats a little before 8 pin, on the 27th, as the curtain will rise precisely at that hour. This promptness will be welcomed by many, and indeed is reudered absolutely necessary on account of the length of the programme. From general conversation with the farming community of this district, one would gather that the Taranaki Agricultural Society's show, which is to be held on 26th and 27th February, will be a record for Taranaki, if not for the North Island, as a great number of our local breeders and vendors arc forwarding entries for the numerous classes scheduled. The entries for the show close on February 15th (Saturday next) and those who have not already entered for competition should do so as soon as possible, and also apply to the secretary, Mr Arthur Cliff, to book accommodation for them while in New Plymouth. A meeting of the Masterton Ladies' Swimming Club Committee was hold yesterday afternoon, Mrs J. Blackmail, president, in the chair. Arrangements in connection with the carnival to be hold on Thursday, 27th inst., were completed. It was decided that the Cup pro sentedby Mr Aitken, the club's delegate in Wellington, be alloted to the winner gaining the most points in all the races, the cup to be won outright in two years, or three years at intervals. Entries from all parts of the Dominion have been promised, and given line weather, the success of the carnival is assured. Afternoon tea will be provided at a small charge, and the secretary was instructed to apply for permission to use the Dixon Street Baths for the carnival Entries close with the secretary (Mrs N. 11. James) or Mrs Keisenborg on Thursday, 20th inst. At the S.M. Court this morning, Mr L. G. Reid, S.M., gave judgment for plaintiffsi by default in the following cases:—Patrick Hamill v. Norman Manson, claim £3 11s Bd, costs £1; Patrick Hamill v. George Balsillie, claim £18 0s 6d, costs £1 10s 6d; Department of Agriculture v. M. Waaka, claim £2 4s 9d, costs £2 13s; G. H. Perry and Co. v. Sid Harris, claim £2 ss, costs , 10s; D. G. Brown v. R. G. Miller, claim £2 12s 3d, costs 10s; Graham and Co. v. H. Clark, claim £4 9s Id, costs ss; Peter Cowan v. James Hourigan, claim ]s 6d, costs 12s. Orders in judgment summonses were made as follow: —William Fisher v. Emil Voss, claim £10 10s Bd, debtor to pay 10s per month, in default seven days' imprisonment; A. R. Bunny v. Christopher Carr, claim 3 16s, debtor to pay the aniwithin one month, in default thre days' imprisonment; Alpass and Co. v. Christopher Carr, claim £1 16s, debtor to pay the amount within three months, in default three days' imprisonment.. The principal exhibitors in horses at the Masterton Show will be:—W. Abbott, Clareville (5 entries); G. E. Allen, Masterton (4); V. J. Ashton, Dalefield (3); S. Bennett, Lansdowno (6), R. Buick, Masterton (4); W. Bieknell, Greytown (10); Miss M. Briggs, Inaha (4), L. H. Collmson, Palmerston North (5); W. Cooper, Masterton (3); A. Cliff New Plymouth, (4); H. Campbell, .Havelock (2); R. J. Dagg, Upper Plain (4); Donald Estate, Featherston (9);, Q. Donald, Tauherenikau (5); P. Drummond, Havelock (3); Miss M. Foster, Waiwetu (2); ,T. W. Harding, Waipukurau (4); G. Hood, Upper Plain (3); H. Hassell, Hastings (2); O. Jefferson,. Eketahuna (4); T. Kennedy, Featherston (4); R. D. Morrison, Blairlogie (3); Jas. Macara, Masterton (3); Miss N. Matthews, Mangahao (4); Ben M. Myers, Auckland (3); J. D. Mitchell, Manaia (4); W. Moynihan, Shannon (3); W. F. McLaren, Rangitumau -(4); J. R. McDonald, Levin (10); C. McLaren, Hamilton (2); Ogilvy and Sons, Mastertons (3); F. ,E. Perry, Dyerville (3); Miss F. Perry, Sulphur Wells (2); J. H. Perry, Te Ore Ore (2); Miss Mabel Perry, Masterton (2) ; F. Ratcliffe, Te Ore Ore (3); C. F. Vallance, Kahumingi (7); E. R. Ward, Masterton (3); W .D. Watson, Ngaiomii (9); Chas. Wilson, Kaiwaiwai, (2). No bones broken with a slippery floor when the housewife uses TAN-OL. A polish fit for n, queen. In tins: liquid Is, paste Cd. /

A number of "free labourers" left Carterton on Monday, to take up work as slaughtermen, says the Carterton News. Messrs T. Ingley, ■■■ of Greytown, and Alf Hodge, of: Gladstone, were among theinumber-..

At a meeting of the committee of the Masterton Lawn Tennis Club held last night, it was, decided to accept the challenge for the Country Cup from the Pahiatua Club, and that the match take place on tho local courts on Saturday, 22nd inst. With a view to having a strong.team representing tho Club, the following players are requested to.have regular practice: Messrs Howden,.Blundell, GaAvith, James, Spain, Elcoate, Thynne, Cook and Chamberlain. The committee decided that a ladies' and men's club championship and handicap singles competition be held, and that entries close with the hon. secretary on Friday, 14th inst., at 5 p.m. To provide trophies for the respective competitions an entrance fee of Is for each event will be Charged.

A new Fairbanks platform scales (weighs up to three cwt.) is advertised for sale.

A smart salesman, to sell a special line at the Masterton Show grounds is advertised for.

Tho Masterton Borough Council give notice that the Borough Electoral Roll is now being compiled. Persons desirous of being placed thereon can apply at the Town Clerk's office for forms to fill in.

Messrs Dalgety and Co., Ltd., are arranging to hold their annual Kopuarange sale on Thursday, the 27th February, full particulars of which will be advertised later. Early entries invited.

At Mr V. L. Fairbrother's , sale on Saturday, ■ 100 pairs of boots and shoes will be offered, also furniture, poultry, bicycles, and effects in a deceased estate. The time of starting is 1.30 p.m.

The Masterton County Council insert a notice on page 1 in reference to the vacancy that has occurred in the Alfredton Hiding of the Mastorton County through the resignation of Councillor Kebbell. The election to fill the vacancy will be held on the 6th March.

Mrs Little, the well-known graphologist, is now on a visit to Masterton, and may be consulted at tho Prince of Wales Hotel, from 10 a.m. till-9 p.m. daily. Mrs Little has contributed articles to several leading papers in the.Dominion on graphology, and has received some first-class testimonials from clients.

Complete arrangements have been made for the Knox Presbyterian Men's Society Sale of Work to be held in Knox Hall this afternoon and evening. The entertainment will include side-shows and stalls of various kinds, and a concert will be given in the evening. The Wairarapa Pipe Band will be in attendance.

Farmers visiting the Solway show should make make a point of selecting their winter footwear from the fine stock at Mr J. Kitchener's Boot Store. Two lines that are bound to appeal to farmers are the waterproof Cookhams at 22s 6d, and waterproofed watertights at 21s. These arc just the boots for farm work, and are guarantecn to keep the feet dry in all weathers.

Mr .). V. Gordon, chemist, is now carrying a line stock of the best quality brushware from the tiniest tooth brush to the biggest hair brush. The bristles are guaranteed to be genuine, as the brushes are imported direct from one of tho best British manufacturers, Bidwell and Bidwell, of England. Mr Gordon also stocks all kinds of toilet articles, including flesh gloves, sponges, soaps, skin creams, puffs and powders, etc. One particularly pure and delicate soap is "Lotil," which is highly recommended by Mr Gordon.

Commencing on Saturday morning next, the American Novelty Company will hold a great slaughter sale of all classes of stationery, cutlery and hardware, razors, toilet requisites, watches, clocks, silver and pkitcdware, etc., "in the Trust Buildings (next Gas Showroom). The manager, Mr C. Goldwater, states that he is determined to offer his stock at prices that must induce the public to buy. A perusal of the inset circulated with this issue will show that the goods are standard lines of good quality, and they are being sold at prices never attempted before in Masterton.*

The appearance of a bedroom is per manently made or marred to a large extent by the class of bedstead selected when furnishing. It is true economy to buy a good bedstead in the first instance, as it will last practically a lifetime, and will always add to the beauty of the room. Messrs G. Hyde and Co.'s showroom is now well-stocked with the latest designs in brass-mounted bedsteads, ranging from the massive twoinch pillar bedstead to the more modest, though serviceable, 45s article. Mr Hyd invites those who contemplate the purchase of a bedstead to have a look through his showroom.

Two Guineas for four .iines of poerty! Bead Tonking's Linseed Emulsion intimation every Saturday amongst news items. *

. Opportunity, 'tis said, knocks but once at every man's door. The field of invention to-day presents great possibilities. Enormous fortunes still await the right idea —you may have it. To make the most of your opportunity, get into touch with Messrs Baldwin and Ray ward, Wellington. They are ex pert engineers' and patent specialists, whose advice is honest and sound.* Brisk demand for Hoyle 's Prints (fast dye), Roslyn Summer-weight Underwear, and Warner's famous Rustproof Corsets.* The Wairarapa Farmers' Co-operat-ive Association, Ltd., are keeping pace with the season of the year. They have a fine display in their grocery window of Kop's extra quality cordials, which are rich and luscious as the fruit, also many other special lines as follows:— Patna Rice, Haywar<J's i-gtllon* pickles, Garton's delicious and appetising English chutneys, pickles, and sauces. Glaxo, Sugar Corn, highest grade, dessert fruits in heavy syrup, jelly crystals, Jas. Robertson and Sons' Golden Shred Marmalade, special blend of China and Ceylon teas; cooked ham, German sausage, and saveloys. The three latter are of the finest quality, always fresh and excellent for luncheons. Fresh separator butter Is per lb. At the W.F.C.A., Ltd. * Wood's Corn Solvent, a very valuable .•emedy for removal of corns, warts, and bunions. Price Iβ. H. T. Wood, Pharmacist \xxd Chemist Vbv exam.). MastertoD • OPPORTUNITIES FOR INVENTORS. Inventions are needed in every department of life. A long list of tho simplest is given in our free book, "Advice to Inventors." A copy will be sent you on request.—HENßY HUGHES, Ltd., 157 Featherston-street, Wellington.* IF PEOPLE KNEW ITS VALUE. "If people knew the real value of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy they never be without a bottle in the house," says Mr E. Dobell, Budgery Buildings, New Canterbury Road, Diilwicli Hill, N.S.W. "I have used it in my family and consider it the safest medicine for either children or adults, and can safely recommend it to anyone.'' Sold by all chemists and storekeepers.*