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Gisborne Times, Volume XXVIII, Issue 2733, 11 February 1910, Page 4

The box plans for “Carter the Great’s” season will be opened at Hiller’s corner at 10 o’clock this morning.

The recent eruption of Ruapehu was clearly seen from Wanganui (says a local correspondent). An immense column of steam was discernible, rising to an enormous height above the mountain. The mountain was only dimly outlined through the haze, hut there was 210 visible sign of volcanic activity. Since his last visit to New Zealand two years ago. “Carter the Great" has travelled over 90,000 miles, and has presented his entertainment in many lands. Mr. Carter's career lias been varied. At one time lie edited a newspaper, and was also a barrister m Chicago. He is a linguist, and lias presented his magical performances in the French, Spanish, Dutch. Malay, and Hindu tongues. (So far, there has been 110 official announcement in any shape c-r form as to who will succeed Lord Plunket as Governor of New Zealand. A rumor has been going the rounds that the honor

•will fall upon Admiral Fawkes, but that, the “Dominion” points out, is not at all a likely happening, and there is little doubt that no one has been approached. The appointment has been rendered quite an open question owing to the dissolution of the British Parliament, as it naturally follows that the Cabinet of the dominant party in the new House of Commons will have a voice in the matter.

In reply to representations from the Gisborne branch of the Farmers’ Union regarding the reservation of substantial areas around Lake Waikaremoana and along the Rotorua r oad for the purpose of providing a barrier for rabbits and the preservation of a great scenic attraction, the Hon. T Mackenzie, Minister of Agriculture, has replied pointing out that there are already 1900 acres round the lake reserved for forest purposes. He had, however, referred the request to the Scenic Preservation Board to have inquiries made, anu hoped to personally visit the country. The Prime Minister has also replied, promising to give the matter his consideration.

Mr. AY. Miller reiiorts the following bookings through Thos. Cook and Sons’ local office:—For xxondon: Mr. ami Mrs Straclian and Miss Heale, per .Marmora, leaving Sydney April 5; Mr. AV. Harrison, per Morea, leaving Auckland April 13th; Messrs AA T . Bull and H. A. Armstrong, per Orsova, leaving Sydney March 30th; Mr. Percy and Mrs. AV. Adair, per. Runic, leaving Sydney April 10th. For Durban: M.r Fred. AATtliams, per Marathon, leaving Sydney February 2Sth. For Naples: Mr. and Mrs. AV. Loyd, per Bremen, leaving Sydney February 19th. For Hongkong: Mr. F. Long, per Nikko Man:, leaving Sydney March 16th. For London, via China and Siberian railway: Mr. P. H. Koon. per Empire, leaving Sydney April 13th. For Philippine Islands: Mr. AA r . Allan. Per Coblenz, leaving Sydney on March 10th.

A Good Character. —“Character must stand behind and' back up everything—the sermon, the poem, the picture, the play. None of them is worth a straw without it.” This quotation from J. G. Holland sums up in a sentence the high ideal that has characterised the sale, at Messrs Wm. Pettie and Co.’s during the past three weeks, and sfiows what candour in statements, straightforwardness in dealing, with service, quick, courteous, and intelligent, will bring a s its reward. To-day and tomorrow Messrs Pettie and Co. will offer bargains greater than any previously shown, thus to cement the bond of confidence between the great public ■and themselves. Our readers will, we are sure, agree with us that Pettie and Co. deserve a full measure of success, and may the two closing days'of their sale he record ones! *

Dingo Eucalyptus is THE remedy for summer colds. Its wonderful properties as a disinfectant and deodorant prevent bacilli from maturing, and effectually cure colds, coughs, and influenza. From all chemists and grocers, Is bottle, or direct post free from Dingo Medicine Co., 173 Hobson Street, Aucsc. land.

It is probable that Mr. Hall Caine, the novelist, will pay a visfc to Australia and New Zealand in 1911. He. is at present negotiating with the Manx Society in Melbourne, with a view of conducting a lecture in> the Australasian dominions. , “I have been impressed with the children all over Australia and New Zealand,” said Commissioner Hay in the Army Citadel, Wellington, last week, “impressed with their build ana with the marvellously free movement of their limbs. Yohr children are a splendid inheritance.” Mr. Tom McNaughton, a recent arrival .in the colony, who was a onetime member of the London Metropolitan Police Minstrels, has consented to give a turn at the performance of the Patlie Pictures at His Majesty’s 'theatre to-night. Mr. McNaughton has the reputation of being a mimic of a high order, and his performances aie reported to be absolutely mirth compelling.

The production of “Dandy Dick” by Miss Rosemary Rees on Saturday, the 19th inst., promises to be a huge success. The cast is an exceptional!’, strong one, including many well known favorites. Special interest is being manifested in the first appearance in Gisborne of Mr. W. Hoff, formerly one of the best-known amateur actors m Dunedin. Air. Hoff will play Robert Brough’s old part of Noah Topping, the Policeman.

A double for to-day and t<v inoirow—and every day of the year: C. Morse’s Central and Masonic Llairdressing Saloons. The best tradesmen in town employed—and the fastest. No waiting; no delays. You will enjoy the day’s sport all the better if you call in and see us before you go out."

Getting a patent is not so easy and safe a thing, or not invariably, as many people think. The man with an idea should consult an expert. Messrs Baldwin and Ray ward, Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin, publishers of “Progress”—the inventors’ journal —are constantly saving people expense and trouble.*