LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume LXVI, Issue 11938, 27 March 1914, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL.

Bible in Schools and Football Ground Accident on page 2; District News, Evading Liquor Laws, and Alleged Wit on page .">; The Dean's Return, Commercial, .Political Campaign, and Cricket on ]>nge (>; Entertainments and Hide Shooting on page 7. Sir .Joseph Ward will probably deliver an address in Masterton ne>:t month. There have been three bankruptcies recorded in Wnirarapa this month, making the total for the year four. Frederick .Martin, a young married man, <lived from a boatshed, 12 feet high, into two feet of water, at Poraitc, near Napier, last night, and disJocatcd his neck, says a Press Association message. Deceased was deceived as to the depth of the water, and struck tlie bottom. Death Avas instantaneous.

In moving a. motion of thanks and confidence at the Hon. Mr Fisher's meeting in Eketamma for Mr W. B. Mathcson stated that the faith of the people in the Massey Government had been largely increased owing to the manner in which, it had handled the financial question and the way in which it had tackled the labour troubles.

A word in season to all who have a Cold, Cough, Sore Throat, Influenza, or Bronchial Trouble—Take "NAZOL" and get immediate relief. 60 doses for Is W i

Mr D. Smith has purchased a pro perty of 2000 acres from Mr A. ,Mc Donald, of Ngakonui.

The Wanganui Orchestral Society is fortunate in having a credit balance of £434, and no liabilities.

An affiliation case came before Mr M. Caselbcrg, J. P., at the S.M. Court this morning, and was adjourned till April 3rd.

A notice in last night's "Gazette" prohibits all correspondence through the Post Office Avith the International Turf Draw Syndicate, of Milan, Italy.

It is understood that Mr J. R. Hamilton, who contested the seat at the last election, has again been selected

as the "Reform" candidate at the coming election for the Awarua scat, hold by Sir Joseph Ward.

Mr G. R. Sykes, M.P., has donated a trophy t> the Carlton Cricket Club, to bo allotted as tho committee deem fit, and Mr W. R. Ivemball has given a trophy to the same club for the best bowling average.

The local postmaster advises that the folloAving are within wireless range of Wellington, Auckland, and other wireless stations: —Wellington: Victoria, Westralia, Ulimaroa, Maori, Moeraki, Wahine, Tahiti. AAvarua: Manuka. Awanui: Riverina, Navua.

The Dunedin Cremation Society, which was inaugurated some years ago, but lias been inactive since 1905, is (according to the Dunedin correspondent of the Post), to be wound up, and a. small credit balance handed over to the Medical School fund.

There is reported to be a general advance of !)d per pound on tobacco, and it does not stop at that. Hitherto the tins contained 2oz. of tobacco, making eight tins to. the lb, but under thu uoav scale the tins Avill contain only l:Jox., and presumably 9 tins Avill go to the ll>.

Speaking at a dinner tendered him in Eketahuna on Tuesday evening, the Hon. F. M. B. Fisher said he had fouti-l right through the district that, his chk'f, Mr Massey, was appreciated by everybody. However much people differed from him in polities they respected him a« a good, straight, honest man.

A young bird race from Pahiatua was 11 own by the Masterton Homing Pigeon Club yesterday, j. no air line distance was HO miles, and the winning bird covered the distance in f>7 minutes. The placed birds were: L. Wadhain's Goldie .1, G. Pembcr's Blue Charger 2, 11. Wilton's Away 15.

The Mayor of Wellington has received a letter from Mr J. J . Guire, attorney at law, of New York, inquiring as to the whereabouts of Mr James MeCahill, who was last heard of in New Zealand about 18S0. Twenty thousand dollars are waiting to be claimed by him. Two brothers, Cornelius und John, are in the United States.

While the Hon. F. M. B. Fisher was discoursing , on the duty on beer in his address at Eketahinia on Tuesday evening someone from the body of vhe hall cried out, "it's too dear now," to which the Minister retorted, "I understand, it's not only dear here, but exceptionally rare. When you go out to look for a drink you invariably fill over a bottle."

Polo matches will be played at Te Ore Ore on Tuesday and Wednesday next, between two teams from Waijiukurau and two teams from Masterton. A trophy presented by Sir Walter Buchanan, M.P., will be competed for. The Masterton teams will be as follows: —"A" Team: R. Barton, F. Evans, D. Riddiford, Erl Williams. "8 ,, Team: Strang Brothers, Hughes. Rawson, and Mace.

The origin of the word "deadhead" takes us back to the theatres of ancient Rome. R. H. Broadhead, in "A History of Pantomime," gives the following realistic explanation. He says: — "Persons are instructed to give applause Avith skill. The proficients hired themselves out to the poets, authors, etc., and. were so disposed as to support a loud applause. The free admission tickets were small ivory death's heads, and specimens-of these are, to bo seen in the Museum of Naples. ,,

The North Island Brass Band Executive met at Pnlmerston North last night, and passed the following resolution: "That the executive, having dealt with the letter from the Auckland Band Contest Committee, and having heard the evidence of members of the executive who were present at the contest, take no further action, owing , to the difficulty of deciding which bandsmen were culpable. At the same time the executive regrets that any particular bands should have been singled out for blame. "

A practical demonstration of the suitability of Lotus Major (Bud's foot trefoil) as a pasture grass for this district can be inspected at Mr W. Wakeman's residence in Pahiatua. Thive seasons ago, Mr Wakeman planted two grafts of the clover eighteen inches apart. At the present time the plot measures Oft by 6ft, notwithstanding the grass lias been depasturised by coavs. Recently Mr Wakeman exhibite I the clover at a meeting of the Pahiatua branch of the Ncav Zealand Farmers' Union.

A striking example of the vicissitudes of life Avas afforded by an unusual incident which occurred in Wellington on Saturday. While Avending his Avay along Lambton Quay a. reporter was accosted by an acquaintance who, with many strange gestures and a beAvildered expression on his face, asked the astonished pressman if he could enlighten him as to his identity, as lie had completely forgotten aa'lio he Avas, and where he came from. There was not even a letter or note book upon him to inform aa t lio he Avas, and all he could rely upon in getting out of a very awkward predicament AA r as the chance of running across one of his friends. It was a case of complete loss of memory as far as his identity was concerned, with nothing to slioav AAiio he was. Fortunately the reporter was able to supply the necessary information, and sent the man away dazed, but happj r .

An interpretation of clause 9 of the Wellington plumbers , and gasfittcrs , award has been filed by the Registrar of Awards at the Supreme Court. The clause is as follows: —"Every employer Avho engages an assistant shall be deemed to have undertaken the duty of teaching him the trade, A\ T hich shall be enforceable under this award." The question "Is it competent for an employer to employ a .plumber's apprentice at excavation work in , connection with drainage?- , The answer of the Court is: "It is not competent,for an employer to employ an apprentice at excavation in connection with drainage work, beyond the outside wall of the building from which the drainage connection is being made. ,, The application for the interpretation of the clause was made by the Inspector of Awards at Wanganui.

Men—have you tried , the new MEDIUM STEENGTH tobacco— BONNlE DO.ONI Like the old song its. rich m ilowness has a charm and fascination that always lingers with the smoker. In plugs md 2oz. tine. 2

James Mowlem, of: Martinborough, was to-day "adjudicated bankrupt. The first meeting of creditors will be held on April 6th, at Martinborough.

Iti is stated that Mr Atmore, M.P. for Nelson, is to be asked to deliver a poJiticval address in Eketahuna. Mr Atn ore will also visit Masterton shortly.

A short sitting of the civil court was held yesterday afternoon, before Messrs W. 11. Beethani and B. L. Thomas, J . 'sP., when a number of cases were dealt with, being either struck out or the liability confessed.

A Dunodin wire says that as a result of a raid on a "two-up" school on the town belt, at the rear of Mornington, on Saturday, the 14th inst., twelve young men were to-day fined. £10 and costs, at the Police Court.

Tho well-known Dean's Bush ;it Kiccarton, the last remnant of the original bush which covered the country in that locality, has been presented to the «ity by the Deans family, says a Christchurch. The bush comprises an area of sixteen acres, and contains a very fine collection of-native trees and shrubs, all growing naturally.

A meeting of members of tile old Wellington Waterside Workers' Union was called, at the Trades Hall last night, as a preliminary of a new union to be known as the Harbour Board Permanent and Casual Employees' Industrial Union of Workers It is understood that the meeting lapsed owing to the fact that the quorum of fifteen intending members (specified for such a meeting in the Industrial Conciliation ,, and Arbitration Act) did not attend.

In a letter which Dr Newman, M.P., of Wellington, has written to Mr G. K. Sykes, M.P., a suggestion is made that a joint request be made to the Minister of' Public Works for a survey of the Jiimutaka for the proposed deviation. Dr Newman states that the people of Wellington are waxing enthusiastic over the prospect of an improvement being made on the present line over the Rimutaka. Mr G. K. Sykes, M.P., informed a. reporter that he would proceed to Wellington on April 2nd, and would interview the Minister with the object of getting him to take up the matter of having a survey made of the proposed Rimutaka deviation.

A Nelson wire says that Mr Hudson, president of the Fruitgrowers' Association, has received a telegram from Professor Kirk to the effect that a cable received from 'Frisco says the State authorities refuse to allow the landing of the shipment of peaches for the reason that they are infected with an unidentified grub. They are forwarding them to Vancouver. It is thought locally that this may be a grub that gets into the stem of certain varieties ami is very difficult to detect. The greatest care was exercised regarding the shipment. As nothing is said regarding the pears it is presumed that they were landed. The shipment was approximately, five hundred cases, of peaches and two hundred cases of pears. A general, help, wages 20s, is advertised for. A domestic lady help or married couple is sought. An advertiser desires to buy a horse suitable for a light trap. A young married man seeks employment in any capacity. Mr F. P. Welch requires musterer, iloornian, shepherd, quarrynian, cook. A well-built five-roomed house, with ox cry convenience, in a good locality, is advertised for sale on page 1.

A reward is offered for the return of a. pair of glasses in red case, lost on Wednesday near the post office.

Some attractive sheep and dairy farms are advertised, on page 8, by Mr W. 11. Cruickshank, land agent, etc.

The animal meeting of the Keel Star Football Club will be held in the V.M.C.A. Booms on Saturday evening next, at 8 o'clock.

The Misses Holme?, of tt Worksop Koad, are now taking orders for winter dresses and costumes. Fit and style are guaranteed, and charges are moderate .

Mr V. L. Fairbrother advertises a sale at the Post Oflico Auction Mart for to-morrow, at 1.30 p.m. A light double buggy and harness will be sold, besides fruit, furniture, etc.

"Mr 11. Hadley, who has for many years carried on a high-class footwear Btore in Masterton, has 7io\v removed to more central premises, opposite the Olub Hotel. The stock will be kept right up-to-date, and prices Avill always be found very reasonable.

Mr A. x. Diekason advertises on page B■■'particularsß■■'particulars of sale at the Queenstreet mart for to-morrow. Amongst the items for sale are balance of stock of drapery removed from Messrs Tregea ami Co.'s late premises, and is to oe sold absolutely without reserve.

Messrs Hugo and Shearer are now holding a, grand Easter fair of latest novelties in millinery, costumes, coats, children's wear, neckwear, and dross materials. Attractive values are being offered during the Easter fair in all departments. During the fair Messrs Hugo and Shearer are also holding a special 10 days sale of household drapery, when the whole of their assorted stocks of sheetings, damasks, serviettes, and all household requirements will be offered at special bargain prices. *

A PITFALL is prcsente-d to the unwary inventor who tries to protect his ideas through the mazes of the Patent Acts. Fortunes have been lost for the want of a little expert advice at the right time. Do not risk having your ideas pirated, but consult the reliable Patent Agents, Messrs Baldwin and Kay ward, "Wellington, whose advice and methods are sound. *

" The "Vvalrarapa Farmers' Co-operative Association, Ltd., have just landed & very special line of Frou Frou biscuits, manufactured in Holland, which, without doubt, are the finest quality of their kind yet placed on the market, and are worthy of inspection. The following are the varieties: —Strawberry, acorn, nsoka, mocca fingers, almond crisp, boter St. Nicholas, iced wafers, chocolate butterfly, matador, tobi, ballon, almonds, boter kransjes. Also a very fina assortment of Duerr's English-made jams, made from nothing but pure delicious fresh fruit. The perfect purity of Duerr jams and jellies is guaranteed The following is the assortment: —Loganberry, apricot, black currant jam and jelly, ' strawberry, blackberry jelly, seedless bramble, and orange jelly marmalade. See our window display. *

Eanulas Effervescent Citrate of Magnesia makes a very valuable medicine and a palatable drink, keeping the and system cool. Price Is. H. T. Wood, Pharmacist and Chemist (by exam.), Masterton

"The Wizard" Vacuum Clcauer is a machine that must appeal to you. It is light to operate, never goes -wrong, and will last for years. Call and see the celebrated "Wizard" Vacuum Cleaners/which H. Beale and Co., Ltd., aw selling for 50s and 70s. *

TAN-OL —the preserving polish in liquid form is now put up in tins. It is thick and creamy, and is more "getatable" and less wasteful than in bottlea.; Price * , :

Messrs G. ;E. Sykes, M.P., and 3. a Cooper, managing director of the Wei-'v. lmgton Farmers' Meat Company, will ■ visit Pongaroa shortly with tho object \ of discussing matters with the settlers ■ relative to the establishment of freezing works in that locality. , At the Dargaville S.M. Court yesterday, four offenders were fined £2, £1 10s, £3 and £1 Is respectively for failing to attend drills. C. Ulingrove was fined. £4 and 7s costs for insubordination at a rifle range, and failing to daliver up a rifle lent him.—Press Association.