LOCAL & GENERAL.

Wairarapa Daily Times, Volume 46, Issue 14239, 20 October 1920, Page 4

LOCAL & GENERAL.

The butter manufactured at the Mas terton dairy factory yesterday was .11 boxes, or i ton 5J evvt. This constitutes a record for the factory. The secretary of the Wairarapa Amateur Athletic Club has been instructed to write to the Masterton Borough Council, urging tho necessity for the erection of a fence round the Dark oval.

The quantity of cream received at the Masterton dairy factory on Monday was 56201b5. Of this, 22001bs came from Gladstone, Longbush and To Whiti, and 8601bs from Mako Make. The Borough Engineer reported to the Borough Council meeting last evenjug that in regard to Elizabeth Street footpath, arrangements had been made with the owner of the property fronting on tho path to effect improvements whero necessary.

The Wellington Methodist Board applied to the Borough Council meeting last evening for the remission of rates on its property in Masterton, and it was decided to giant a rebate on four acres, as.allowed by law.

j r was decided by the Borough Council at its meeting last evening, on the motion of C'r. Watson, that the by-laws sab-committee bring down a report in reference to the taxi and cab stands in the borough.

The Wairarapa Amateur Athletic Club has decided that any boy under the age of sixteen, or a boy attending a pr imary or secondary scohol, shall be eligible to become a member of the club at a subscription of 2s fid.

A sub-committee of the Borough Council recommended to the meeting last evening that an official be engaged during the summer between the hours of 2 p.tn. and 7 p.m. each day at the Park to collect fees for the use of the sports grounds, etc. The recommendation was adopted, and-it was decided to appoint Mr H. 0 Perries to tiro position, at a salary of £- P« week.

\ cable from London states that the dairy show at Islington has opened with a record number of competitors. * feature arousing comment is poutli Africa’s magnificent exhibit of all classes of produce—the finest of its kind ever seen at a dairy show while Australia and New Zealand are not ropresened except by a few entries m the competitive classes. At last night’s Borough Council meeting, Or. Atkinson moved that a previous resolution be rescinded, ami that the Wairarapa Sports Association be allowed to charge 6.1 for admission of childrent to the Association’s coming sports gathering, children under school age to be admitted free. Cr. Henderson, seconded the motion. Cr. Candy protested against the charging of children, and stated he wils sure that the soldiers would' not approve of a memorial, erected out of the monov of school children, especially poor children. The motion was carried.

A Wellington paper states that several representatives of manufacturing firms in the Old Country have been advised of a drop in the prices at Home, and are revising their prifp-lists according to cabled instructions. New Zealand firms are chary of ordering at present as further falls are anticipated, and business is likely to be a little unsettled everywhere until the position at Home and in America becomes more stable.

At rbe meeting of the Borough Council last evening it was decided, on the motion of Cr. Henderson, seconded by Or. O’Leary, that the charge for the use of the Park bowling green be 30s for the season. On the motion of Cr. But ridge, it was decided that the charge for the use of the tennis courts for the season be men 255, ladies 12s (id and girls and youths under IS years of’age 10s. The fee for the use of the croquet lawn was fixed at the same rate as for tennis.. For single games of tennis and croquet, the fee was fixed at fid each person.

To-day and to-morrow a salo of Oriental and fancy goods in aid of Kamabai’s Mission is being hold in the Y.M.C4-. Gymnasium, under the direction of Mrs Geo. Mackenzie, general secretary of the Mission. Years ago that noble and accomplished Indian highcaste woman, the Pandita Ramabai, established her. mission at Mukti, with the purpose of rescuing as many as possible of the poor, ill-treated child widows, thousands of whom have now passed through her hands. During the frequently recurring famine periods, Ramabai "has sent out her workers to rescue the starving, and more particularly the children abandoned to death, or worse than death. Last year 200 were saved, and it is especially to feed and clothe these that this bazaar is being held.' To the kind-hearted women of New Zealand an appeal is made that they should, out of their comfort and abundance, help the children whom famine has made parentless and homeless.

A meeting of the committee of the Wairarapa Amateur Athletic Club was held last evening, when there was a good attendance. The programme committee was instructed to draw up the programme for the Anniversary Day sports. The following programme of evening events for the coming season was drawn up:—November 4: 220yds handicap, 880yds handicap, one mile bicycle race, high jump, 220yds school boys’ race. November 11: 75yds handicap, one mile handicap, hop, step and jump, 11 miles bicycle race, 75yds school boys’ handicap, school boys’ long jump. November 18: 120yds hurdles, 440yds fiat, long jump, two mile bicycle race, 440yds school boys’ handicap, school boys’ high jump. November 25: 100 yds and 880yds handicap, three-mile bicycle race, putting the shot, 880yds school boys’ handicap, school boys’ hop, step and jump. It was decided that no unfinancial member be allowed to compete in any event after October HOth.

For your liver’s sake take IMPEY’S MAY APPLE. It will do you good* The run is on “No Rubbing. Laundry Help,” in 1/- cartons.*

Don’t leave the lightness ana diges tibility of your scones and cakes to hance. Use SHARLAND’S Bakin# Powder—it is bound to rise.*

Carry it in your pocket. “NAZOL” protects from colds, coughs and sore throats. Penetrating, pleasant, safe, and convenient. Is 6d buys 60 doses.*

At the Borough Council meeting last evening, Or. Henderson moved, and Or. Watson seconded, that the grounds at the Park be made available, free of charge, for games before 2 p.m. each dav, when the grounds are tit for play. O', O’Leary moved as an amendment, and Cr. Burridge seconded, that the custodian receive on behalf of the Council all fees between 5 p.m. and 2 p.m. The amendment was carried.

A matter which has been given particular prominence in motoring journals is the proposal to form a concrete road from north to south of the country, to be known as “The Anzac Highway,” to constitute a national war memorial. The chief sponsor for the idea is Mr Stuart Wilson, of Dunedin, who estimates the cost of the road at £0,000,000. Mousignor McKenna wrote to the Borough Council meeting last evening asking for a remission of rates (£i 8s 6d) on sections in Chapel street leased from the Trust Lands Trust, and used as a school playground. Mousignor McKenna also attended the meeting. It was pointed out that under the Act the land could be exempted as it was used as a school playground. It was decided, on the motion of Cr. Henderson, seconded by Cr. McLeod, that the rates be remitted.

Bowlers are reminded that entries for the combined Park and Masterton Bowling Club’s tournament on Labour Day positively close with the club secretaries to-morrow at 6 p.m. The total proceeds of the tournament are to be handed to the Mayor for worthy local institutions. Record entries ha\c already been received, and there is promise of the local bowlers having a great day. The Mayor stated at the Borough Council meeting last evening that he had been approached by a Syrian resi dent, who had been ordered to give up possession of a house he rented, with a request that the Council might give him permission to erect a tent foi himself, his wife and children on a borough section. The Mayor stated that the circumstances were of a distressing character. The Council, which found itself somewhat in a quandary, briefly discussed the matter, but no resolution was passed. The Red Star Football Club wrote to tho meeting of the Masterton Borough Council last evening withdrawing _ its application for a rebate of rent of the Municipal Hall, it being explained that the ladies’ committee ot‘ the club had organised a function which had resulted in the club wiping out its liability. The letter was received.. Cr. McLeod withdrew his- notice Ot motion on the matter, explaining that, _ having gone thoroughly into the question of rebates since the last meeting, he had no desire to interfere with the Council’s motion in reference to rebates.

The secretary, Public Service Commissioner, advertises in this issue for applications for probationary cadetships from boys who have passed the proficiency (Standard VI.) examination. Fuil information in regard to the opportunities for advancement and the salary payable is contained in a handy little" booklet, copies of which are available nt this office for the information 'of intending candidates. In addition arrangements have been made for Mr Robert Darroch, who will conduct the classes referred to in the advertisement, to be present at the office of the district manager, Public Trust Office, Masterton, in order that parents and lads may obtain any further information they may require.

The “Aussie Diggers” aud a Masterton team of returned soldiers fired a cluv bird pigeon match at the residence of Mr A. P. Whatman yesterday afternoon. Great interest was manifested in the match, which was keenly contested. Eventually the “pussies” won, cm the aggregate, by one point. A eocoanut-shying match was aiteiwards indulged in, and was won by the Ne'.v Zealanders. A boxing match resulted in a draw. Refreshments were kbidP- provided by Mr Whatman, and a photograph of the group was taken which will form a memento of a most interesting and convivial gathering. In the evening the “Aussies” were again entertained at dinner at Miss Pickerings rooms, where Mr Whatman was made the recipient of a case of pipes in' recognition of his generous treatment of the visitors.

\ man named Henry Better, who had pleaded guilty to a charge of false pretences at Featherston, came up for sentence before His Honour Sir John Salmond in the Wellington Supreme Court yesterday. Mr H. F. O Learj, who appeared for the prisoner, said that tlu* charge arose out of prisoner having made himself responsible for the confinement charges of a woman, to whom he was not married. Prisoner had lived with the woman for some.years; lie was keeping the children, but the woman had left him. In the meantime he was looking after the children, all of whom were dependent on him. His Honour said prisoner had a bad record, his first offence being evasion of military service by passing himself off as a second reservist, whereas he was unmarried. He had also been in trouble regarding the maintenance of an illegitimate'child. He must have a sharp Tesson, said His Honour; he would ,bo sentenced to three months’ imprisonment with hard labour. A side-car is advertised for sale. Board is required for an elderly lady. A B.S.A. motor car is advertised for sale. An English organ is advertised for sale. Working housekeeper or good general is wanted. Mr H. Williams, Cosy Lounge, wants to buy fresh eggs. The L.O.L. No. 59 will meet to-mor-row night. Coach builder and blacksmith’s striker are required. A lost bay, mare and a black gelding are advertised for. Messrs C. Smith, Ltd., require an apprentice for the millinery. A capable lady-help or general is required for Western Lake, Featherston.

A grocery business in large town is advertised for sale. Particulars on page one.

Four and a-half acres, with a long road frontaae, are advertised for sale by Mr G. W. Sellar.

A general meeting of St. Matthew’s Cricket Club will be held in St. Matthew’s schoolroom at 7.80 o’clock tomorrow night.

The Women’s Efficiency League will hold a sale and economic shop in Masterton at the Y.M.C.A. Gymnasium, in aid of the funds of the Women’s Hostel on Wednesday, November 3rd.

The Masterton Women’s Hostel at the Occidental Hotel will be open to receive boarders on November 4th. Applications for board before November Ist are to be made to'Miss Vallance, 107 Cole street, telephone 1724; after November Ist to be made to the matron at the Hostel.

The Belgian Parliament has passed a law making a working week of 48 hours for all industries. A brilliant meteor was witnessed at 11.22 o’clock last evening at Maaterton. The ethereal visitor travelled from east to west, leaving a brilliant light behind it.

The annual meeting of the Masterton Chamber of Commerce, which was to have been held last evening, was adjourned till Friday afternoon next. The Smart Set Diggers concluded their Masterton season in the Opera House last evening, when there was again a large and appreciative audience.

A petition praying for the renewal of railway travelling concessions to teach.er s iii Catholic Schools was yesterday reported upon by the Education Committee of the House. The committee had no recommendation to make.

By February or March next, says the Christchurch Press, it is expected that the fifth generator will be installed and in operation at the Lake Coleridge power house, bringing the total capacity of the plant up to 9000 k.w.’s. The sixth generator has been ordered, and when it is installed and is in operation the total capacity of the power-house will be 12.000 t.w.’s.

A Palmerston North telegram states that Arthur Josepli Best, a returned, soldier, 35 years of age, and at one time„ a Manawatu representative footballer, shot himself at his brother’s home at. Kairanga yesterday morning. Deceased had just purchased a' farm at Ashhurst, and was to have been married today. During the Gallipoli campaign he was severely wounded in the head and about the body. Deceased had been in his usual health and spirits.

A petition was received at the Borough Council meeting last evening from residents of Macara street, requesting the Council to have the fences across the unformed part of the road removed, to give access to Bannister street. The engineer recommended that the fences be removed and effect given to the petition. It was pointed out that it would be necessary to approach the Trust Lands Trust in regard to the matter, as a portion of the land concerned was owned by that body. The matter was eventually left in the engineer ’s hands.

Prices for leather should rule easier in rhe near future, judging by a trade circular from London regarding the market for hides and skins on August 19th. The report states that a rapid, fall bad taken place in the pelt market since the middle of July. A few months ago English extra sheep pelts sold as high as 138 s, but the August price was 965. Lambs at the same time dropped from . 96s to 725. The decline in New Zealand fellmongers’ pelts on the London market has been 25 to 30 per cent in top grade, and 30 to 40 per eent in medium. In the United States the price has dropped 50 per cent. Tho report ends: “We do not see any signs of an improved demand for some time to come. Leather dressers are anxious to work up raw material bought by them at high prices, and in many cases cannot be tempted to purchase new goods at big reductions.*’