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DISTRICT NEWS
PORTLAND.
The presence of the Minister for
Lands and Works (Sir Walter Lee) has
been accepted as an omen of some pub-
lic activity, and the opportunity was
availed of to impress upon him, In his
discretionary capacity, the urgent ne-
cessity of putting Into effect several
works of local public Importance. A
new bridge to span the Golden Fleece
Rivulet at Stonyford Is looked upon
by locals as a heritage, and a connect-
ing link with the outer mining field As
a matter of fact, a new structure upon
piles was once authorised by a previous
Government. However, those locals
who cater for scenic sights successfully
advocated an improved road round
Madea's Cove, and which route, it was
alleged, would serve a dual purpose
This road was Improved, and now the
question arises whether It should be
further Improved, at a small cost, or a
£700 structure erected at Stonyford.
The distances from the local post office
are about one mile in favour of the
latter.
It is understood that an English com-
pany will shortly carry out a very com-
prehensive water scheme from the upper
reaches of the George's River at a high
level, and which will command a large
area of payable tin ground, hitherto not
commanded by existing supplies.
SWANSEA.
The Swansea septic tank scheme is
now almost completed, and is giving
general satisfaction. This is only one
of the many improvements which have
been made in the township during the
last few months.
Dr. Drake is leaving the district to
go to St. Marys. During the time he
has been here he has made many friends
who will be sorry to lose him. Dr
Drake is a keen golfer, and is a vice-
president of the Riversdale Golf Club
He is also a member of the Swansea
Progress Association, and medical of-
ficer for the ocal branch of the Odd-
fellows' lodge.
A well-known old resident of the
Swansea district, Mr. Charles Pyke,
passed away on Friday. He was liked
and respected by all who knew him. He
had lived in the district all his life, and
for many years had the contract for the
Cranbrook and Bicheno mail. The fun-
eral took place at Cranbrook on Sun-
day afternoon, and was largely attended.
There is more than usual interest
being taken in the forthcoming local
municipal elections. It is said that
there are six or seven candidates for
the vacant seat in the south ward.
TRIABUNNA.
On 'Saturday evening Flndlays Pty.
Ltd. tendered a music evening to the
residents In the local hall. The pro-
ceedings were conducted by Messrs. J
Gunn (Gulbransen demonstrator) and
W Kemp (violinist). The programme
consisted of piano solos, piano and vio-
lin duets, the playing of several rolls
on the registering piano, and records
on various makes of gramophones. The
violin solos of Mr. W. Kemp were par-
ticularly appreciated by a large audi-
ence. Mr. Gunn briefly apologised for
not working the wireless set, which had
been installed for the occasion, as part
uf the mechanism had been broken In
trrnsit from Hobart. The proceedings
terminated with a dance.
On Saturday evening a very success-
ful dance In aid of the bush nursing
scheme was held In Orford House,
which was kindly placed at the disposal
of the organisers by Mrs. R. Rowe. Mr.
J Salmon thanked Mrs. Rowe to. her
help with the function. A spot waltz
was won by Mr. M. Castle and Miss
N Ackerley. Music was supplied by
Mrs. B. White and Miss E. Keogh. As
a result, the fund will benefit by over
£4.
ST. MARYS.
St. Marys are losing three of their
prominent residents in Mr. and Mrs. N
Edwards, and Mr H. R. Warren For
a number of years Mr. Edwards has
been associated with the Commercial
Bank of Australia, and has made a hosi
of friends. They or leaving for Syd-
ney. A large number of residents fare
welled them at a social am. dance, and
Mr. C. R. Jackson, 'iranch manager
Commercial Bank of Australia, spoke In
high terms of Mr. Edwards's qualifica-
tions and wished him a prosperous fu-
ture. ,
Mr. H. C. Dawborn, on behalf of thr
resldents of St Marys, presented Mr and
Mrs. Edwards with a silver entree dish
and Mr. Jackson presented to Mr. War-
ren a thermos flask Supper was hand-
ed round and dancing Indulged In until
i late hour.
On Sunday evening a harvesi festi-
val service was conducted In the Holy
Trinity Church The congregation was
large, and the Interior of the chuich
was well laden with the various pro-
ducts of the season The Rev. Forest
Sale conducted the service, special
hymns being rendered. Miss Ivy Speei
officiated at the organ.
UXBRIDGE.
Fruit-picking has nearly finished for
those who have sold their fruit. Mr
P. C. Fenton had a remarkably heavy
crop of raspberries, and from 1,200
bushes ho picked six tons, averaging
101b. per bush for the whole paddock
Weather conditions have been un-
pleasant for nearly a week. The ther-
mometer on Saturday registering over'00
leg. in the shade.
JERICHO.
everal families are suffering from In-
fluenza. The weather continues verv '
sultry. Grasshoppers are numerous
BUSHY PARK. , '
The annual outing of scholars from
th. Glenora State School, accompanied
by their parents and teachers, took place
it Sandy Bay on Saturday last. The
day was one of the hottest this wnimer '
The children soon began to disport them-
selves on the sands and In the water
The new school buildings and teach-
er's residence have now reached a stage ,
when It Is possible to picture the com- i
nleted buildings.
The "ugly man" competition for State »
cboo] funds Is in full swing. The po-
sitions of the competitors are:-Mr.-T.
Terry, Mr. V. W. Shoobridge, Hon. T. M
Shoobridge, M.L.C. Hamilton and New
Norfolk have been visited, and good re-1
suits reported.
CRESSY.
Harvest thanksgiving services were
held In the Anglican Church at Cressy
on Sunday. The weather was ideal and
large congregations assembled at both
services The church had been beau-
tifully decorated for the occasion by
members of the congregation. There
was a display of fruit, vegetables, and
various kinds of produce.
The morning service was conducted
by Mr. W. Hannon, who delivered an
appropriate address on "Harvest." The
rector (the Rev. W R. Barrett) offlciat
et* in the evening, and preached a very
Interesting sermon on "Thanksgiving,"
which he based upon Psalm cxvi., 12-14.
Miss Zoe Summers presided at the
organ Appropriate hymns and can-
ticles were sung.
The harvest celebrations were con-
cluded on Monday evening, when a so-
cial, combined with a sale of gifts, waa
held In the parish hall.
WESTBURY.
A benefit picture night was held at
Westbury on Monday, February 11, un
dei the management of Mr. W. Lovatt,
In aid of Mr. Albert Jourdain, who has
been an invalid for the last 12 months,
and has now been sent to Melbourne
for expert treatment The Westbury
orchestra and the Westbury band gra-
tuitously supplied the incidental music,
for which they were thanked by Mr. J.
A Anderson, who also thanked many
others who assisted. The proceeds, of
the entertainment, over £50, will be
handed to Mr. Jourdain.
WHITEMORE.
Several children from this district are
now attending the Launceston High
school, having gained the merit cer-
tificate. The local State school reopen-
ed with over 10 new scholars, making
the roll call over 40. Word has been
received that the erection of the new
school Is to be proceeded with at- an
early date.
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