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Auckland Star, Volume XLI, Issue 273, 17 November 1910, Page 4

Following is Mr. r>. C- Bates's weather forecast for 24 hours from 9 a.m. this day : "Winds freshening, and there are indications for strong easterly gale. Expect hazy, unsettled, and cloudy weather. Rain probable.- Glass fall."

The conference Of representatives of the employers and employees in t3»e timiber 'workers' .dispute continued this morning, the Commissioner, Mr. TStole Giles, presiding. An amicable eettlement will probably be arrived at.

The committee of the Auckland Anniversary Regatta met at the secretary's office, Palmereton Buildings, yesterday afternoon. The Prime Minister -wiote stating that "the committee's request for a warship to visit Auckland on regatta day mil be forwarded to the Governor. The arrangements for securing a flagship ■were delegated to the chairman, Capt. Parker, and the secretary. It •was decided to hold the regatta on January 30, as Anniversary Day falls on a Sunday.

Among the persons summoned to attended tie Court of General Sessions in Melbourne as jurors lately was a mid-■dle-eged man, who, on stepping into the witness-twx to ask tiha/t he might foe excused from attendance, gave his calling as that of a. bookmaker. "On what ground do you seek to toe excused?" asked Judge Moule. "Well, your Honor, it's Cup time," pleaded the bookmaker, "and it is most important for mc not. to be engaged elsewhere." "If I were to allow the excuse of private ■business to ■weigh, -with, mc," said hie Honor, "I should -have to excuse every tradesman. I cannot excuse you on the ground that it is Cup week." "But, your Honor," exclaimed the bookmaker, "I have a -number of people to meet this morning. If I can't get there I may be posted as a defaulter." "I cannot excuse you from, attendance," eaid his Honor, "merely on the ground that during the week -there will be races at which you might otherwise attend to carry on the calling of a 'bookmaker. If I took notice of the importance of wagering I should 'be laying down a 'bad precedent. I don't think I could allow a similar excuse on the part of ordinary business men that they have to attend to their calling." "I have to pay a fee," objected the .bookmaker. "I know that," his Honor assured him. "And" I'm ihere at a smaller fee. It's a direct lose to mc"; the bookmaker uttered ibis final protest. iFTU Honor knew that, too. He declined to grant the petition, but added that if . the . bookmaker bad to meet certain responsibilities daring the day he might be allowed to go aw»y for & certain time

A well-known gold miner in the person of Charlie Maberly died yesterday at Te Puia, Waipiro Bay. Deceased-, about 13 years ago, helped to lay the foundations of the Waikino battery and subsequently worked at the dry crashing plant. He contracted miners' complaint, and eventually succumbed to thsot affliction. He received every attention in the Hoepd-tal at Te Puia, and was, we are informed, liberally treated by the WaiM Gold Mining Company.

A meeting was held in Tarry's Hall, Northcate, last night, presided over by the Mayor (-Mr: H. Cadness), for the purpose , of promoting the work of the Royal Life-saving Society by introducing it into that suburb. At the conclusion of the meeting, which was of an enthusiastic character, a number of new members were enrolled by the local committee (Mrs. jr. W. Bollard and Miss Violet Bell), and it was decided to hold classes twice weekly in the Northcote Scouts' Cfcibroom.

The statement of Isaac Harrison, bottle merchant, of Hobson-street, Auckland, who !has found it necessary to file a petition in bankruptcy, shows that the assets total £577 15/11, and liabilities £844 16/3, showing an estimated deficiency of £267 0/4.

A petition in lankruptcy has been filed .by Aiotou Vlavioh, labourer, ,of Redhdll. The first meeting of creditors toas been fixed to take place on Friday, November 25, at 11 a.m.

A simtmfina is to be issued calling upon Mr. Downie Stewart, of Dunedin, to.chow cause why he should not be ousted from his position as city councillor, because he was a director of the Danedin and Steel Company, which supplied goods to the Dnnedin City Council, contrary to the pn>■visions of the Municipal Corporations Act, 1903.

Apropos the development of the ex' Fe&dhrgrte, Mr. J. Hammond, as an airman, a late English paper says: "His mechanical .turn of mind 'brought him into close contact with aeroplanes, and Jus ambition to become a skilled aviator strengthened to action, so, journeying to Eheims, be had no difficulty dn proving his prowess to the authorities, who •granted tirm h.is certificate as Pilote Aviator of the Aero Club of France, which means that he holds the highest credmtials, and is qualified to fly as a recognised aviator. . . The extraordinary aptitude for flying -which Mr. Haimmond possesses is clearly manifested by the fact that on Ms second flight ihe succeeded in flying across the country for over twenty-five miles, at a. height of 2000 ft, on hie Sanchez-Besa bi-plane. The public Press in France are load in their praise of the young aviator, :ha.iltrrg him, as "the coming champion of the Ibi-plane, for not only at lUreims has he been creating a sensation by bis skill and intrepidity, bu* in Bethany, Vatry, etc. Mr. Hammond' is the first colonial to pass the auiiroritiee as c. fuUrfledged. aviator, and hoMe the record ifor specS in passing and brevet. He lias already been inundated with offer* of engagements from all parts of the. world, conic of winch, he has accepted."

•Further discoveries of- coal oirtarop3 'have been made' in the ceruntry between .the Northern Wairoa river and- Hokianga, which appear to indicate that an extensive area, of coal measures exists in that locality, .—i;.;..^...._■

Hospital doctors occasionally have miruly patients to deal with, and recently X>t. Headry (tihe medical officer of the Southland Hospital) found himself unwittingly a participator in a "rough and tumble." He reported to the Hospital Board at the last meeting as foUowe: — "On "the night of tbe 24th. irit. I bad the experience, when entering tbe padded room, of Tieing projected against the Opposite -wail toy a >blow on the ja.w. Fortunately I did not fall, and, after ■parrying a second blow, I promptly became assailant. Tbe result was a good deal of pain for a few days, and the disagreeable necessity of being called orpon to explain the cacuse oi the irregularity in. my i eatuses."

"Were you not praying for this egftjement to be ihrokeri?" asked counsel at a witness dn the Hamilton Court. "I never pray," was the reply. "But when tihie fire took place on your property," persisted counsel, "did you not go -straight away to your solicitor?" "No! It occurred on a Sunday, and I knew it was no use eearching the chttrchea for my counsel," came the answer amidst laughter. A party including Major Stienetzer, a German military officer, left Kangata.ua at 5 o'clock this morning on horseback to climb to the summit of Mt. Kaaspehu and return to-night. They expect a strenuous ascent, ais the upper 4,000 feet are -well covered with snow. Guide Mi. D. 0. Snow is-in charge. The weafiier was beautiful when the party set out. Votaries- of "two-up" know what a "double-header" is, !but the Chief Justice,. Sir Jtobert Stout, professed ignorance on the matter during the, hearing of a criminal case, heard at Wellington, in which three young men were charged with iburglary. The. arresting constable had deposed that he found a doubleheaded penny on one of the prisoners. £r Whafs a double-headed pennyT , queried bis Honor. Witness replied' that it was a penny with a head on both sides. "But are these pennies issued like thaJt? , * asked Sir Eobert in tones of surprise. Tie constable answered that they were made for playing "0h, ,, said his Honor. "I did not know that." It is not often one ihears of a meateating (horse. A Palmeiston batcher owns an animal that ■will pick a. mutton •or Ibeef ibone almost as clean as a dog ■would do. No scraps from the taible come amisa to this equine, which seems to prefer t3ie remains" of a fruit pie or a salad or a rice pudding , "to the ordinary fodder whadh an animal of Ms species mostly relishes. But it is the residue of a leg of mutton or roast of beef that Ihe seems specially to enjoy. Mr. George Langley had a very narrow escape from being drowned in the new cut, Napier South, not far from the boatshed, on. Sunday morning. He and Mr. F. Pearce were bathing in the river, ana were just thinking about coming out of the water—Mr. Pearce being some little distance away—-when Mr. Langley, who appeared to have got into difficulties, cried out, "Help." Mr. Pearce swam towards him and succeeded in getting a p-rip on his bathing costume, but not till after he had been under several times. Mr. W. F. Rolfe, stationmaster, who was boating close at hand, came to Mr. Pearee's assistance, and together they brought Mr. Langley ashore. Artificial respiration was resorted to, but it was ■about an hour before this treatment was successful. Dr. Locking arrived soon after, and the party were brought into town by Mr. L. Nelson. Mr. Langley is still suffering from his immersion, and will probably have to remain in bed for some days: Mr. Pearce and those who assisted in restoring Mr. Langley deserve great credit for flieir efforte, which terminated co swecefetfullv.

, He R. Speight (aeaJetantcuritor at the Canterbury Museum) and Dr. P. Marshall (of the Otago University) have returned to Christeh.urch from a dhort visit to Waipara, in North Canterbury. It is in *his district that the Glenmark Estate, where one of the biggest finds of moa fa»es was" made, & situated.' Their object was to investigate the "geology of the district, and they report, that tihey "have made one of the richest fossil finds in New Zealand. The fossils represent mostly molhiscs, bat tihere are ialso in the collection large shells of an extinct species, -which generally support the theory, of a much Warmer climate in - this part of the Dominion at an early period. ' The crushing teetu of an extinct species of shark, and which probably belonged to either reptilian animals or cetaceans, have a bearing on the tertiary sequence of Tocks in Nfew Zea> land, and will take an important position dn itihe geological history of tne country.

A report on the consumption sanatorium Iα Canterbury, submitted to the Hospital Board yesterday, presented some interesting features. Dr. Blackmore Teponted that during October three men and two •women were admitted, and four men and five women discharged. There were in residence on the 31st October sixteen men and eleven women. ITJhe report added: "Of the nine patients discharged, three were cured, one had the disease arrested, three weTe markedly improved, and two were not benefited. Of ijhe three ibenefited, two would almost certainly have the disease arrested if they had stayed longer, but they. elected to go oat. Of the two patients not improved, one bad had the disease for eight years, and has since died. The general work of the Insti* ■tution Jβ proceeding satisfactorily.

Devonport exhibitors .were successful at the Wangamci show. Mr. R. H. Shepherd gained a special prize for best wire fox-terrier and Irish terriers, two -first, one second and three thirds.. Mr. H. T. Mayne won special prizes for best puppies and Irish terrier; also one first, sixseconds and one third in the same, class.

The following telegram has been received from Mr. C. A. Wilson, one of the directors' of the Auckland SRuibbersub Purchasing Syndicate, Limited:—-"Agree-ment concluded .Green goes Sydney tomorrow from Wellington, leaves for London December 19, to float London comparry a proposition regarded by him as very sound.— (Signed) R. N. Blennerhassett, Secretary."

The rising generation of Auckland are constantly surprised to hear o,f the city in its native state fifty years ago. During tlie laet few weeks the contractors, in sinking the foundations for the fivestoreyed furniture factory being erected for the Tonson Garlick Co., Ltd-, in Lome-street, have been compelled to go down 16 to 20ft. to obtain solid foundation, and they have struck the bed of a creek that used to «run down underneath Gee and Potter's factory in Butianiistreet, uridernea'Hi Tohson'Gaflick's factory in Lornenstreet; and their •warehouse, into Queen-etreet, and empty itself into a larger creek about tbe spot '■wjifire the City Chambers are now at the corner of Victoria-street and Queen-etreet, where the gaol used to be in the olden daye. it has been interesting to notice in tihe above excavations the different strata, of eaxtb. and rubbish itt; during this long period. ' Some years ago, when the Tonson Garlick Co. "were maicing similar excavation'B, & large log was dug out, which -was cut into veneers and used up for furniture. This, when polished, looked very handsome. ' The above all goes to prove tow the «3ty has extended, and.. bow the gullies are being fiHed in. ...

A series of entertainments will l»e opened at Hjs Majesty's Theatre to-night which promise to contain the elements ithafc make for a thoroughly enjoyable interval to the people in the auditorium, the Garrison Band and No. 3 G-A.V----entertainera, assisted by Professor Potter and 200 highly-trained "performers, 'besides a number of well-known professional artists, -being baled to provide a programme that will include musical, drill, dramatic, and gymnastic items. The gymnastic team, under the professor, will provide a series of club-swing-ing, Romaa rings, military hoise, fencing, boxing, electric club swinging, wand and other exharitiond, while an additional attraction will ibe "the well-known .troupe of Highland dancers, iheaded by Mr. W. T. Chadwiok. The stage effects are in expert hands, and the management confidently anticipate tbig bouses. The performances will Dβ continued tomorrow and Saturday evenings, and are under the patronage of LieutenantCotonel Patterson and officers commanding Garrison Artillery Division, Society of the Health of Women and Children, and United Kre Brigades' Association.

The foßOwing telegrams w have passed 'between Mr. G. L. Peacocke, chairman of the Atrekland Eailways League, and Mr. A. M. Myers, M.P.:—To Mt. Myers, Wellington, from Mr. Peacocke: "WitUe total amount votes for North AueklaiM, East Coast, and Ongarue-Staaiford Bnea same as asked for .by Bailwaye League, please note that construction work from Wa&hi end Ongairae ends not provided for, Waahi-Tauranga section apparently not even to be authorised." To. Mr. G. L. Peacocke, Auckland, from Mr. Myers: "While amount votes for Norfh Auckland, Bast •boast and. Ongarue-Sfcratford lines majfcter eatisfeiclaon, intend moving in direction obtaining construction ateo Wa-Jhi Ongaroie ends and obtaining vote "Wai&i-Tanraaiga. section."

In tile letter Tecerrea toy Mr. John ProTise, of "WeHington, concerning the Ell-wood trio, who recently played before Mr. Jean Gerardy, the famous 'cellist, in Dresden, it is stated that so pleased ■was the famous 'cellist that ihe offered to teach George, tihe gifted 'cellist of the trio, free of charge, which is a flattering concession, coming frbin one on whose time such claims axe made. The meeting took place in "Dresden, ibut it is probable that tie chHaren will reside at liege, iwhere M. Gerardy lives, in order that George may get the full benefit of close association with the great artist.

A cheap gas known as "lAiralete" may be seen in use at the Auckland railway station. This gas is now largely used in England, "both in private residences and public (buildings. It is manufactured 'by a small -automatic maAine constructed upon scientific principles, yet so simple that anyone can work it. The gas consists of air saturated with benzine vapour, and. produces an excellent-element for both heating and lighting purposes at' small cost. It is stated that one gallon of benzine will produce 1,080 cubic feet of gas. The air gas is free from poisonous fumes, and is stated to i>e perfectly safe.

120 English samples in ladies' cambric frocks, the latest shirt styles, selling for 9/11 each, not two alike, worth doTiKi — J. A. Bradetreet, draper, Ka-xangaihape-road.—(Ad.)

Last, night the Newmarket Borough Council decided that che time was not opportune 4o consider the advisability of -amalgamating their borough with Auckland city. A few weeks ago the Mayor of Newmarket (Mr. E. Davis) •wrote to, the City Council suggesting that Newmarket might join the city if the union were made possible. The City Council received the letter, and wrote to the Newmarket Council something to the effect that they orould be pleased to consider any proposition they might make. Certain members of the suburban body professed to see in this a grievous affront to the minor 'borough, and after they had said many unkind things about tile Auckland Corporation, a majority of -the NewmaTket Council decided to make no proposals to the city. The City Council, at its next meeting, then authorised a letter suggesting a conference. It was this proposal which the Newmarket Council refused .to consider last night. The chief reasons urged as obstacles to amalgamation were the alleged unfitness of the Auckland Council to manage the affairs of the city, and the fact that Newmarket had now made arrangements for remaking its jowu roads.

One of the difficulties ithe Presbyterian Church of New Zealand has encountered in recent yeare in extending the operations of the Church to new fields has been the absence at suitable men available for the -work. This (matter has ■been brought prominently .-before the present Assembly, and it was suggested, in appointing' an agent to supervise the Church extension work, that he should keep an eye open for suitable candidates. A more decisive etep was recom-. mended by Dr. Gibb, on behalf of the Extension Committee, to Assembly last night. The colonial committee of the Free Church of Scotland had , replied to a communication from the speaker that a scheme, of drafting missioners to Canada and Australia had been successfully carried out ior some years, and it was suggested that the same be done in' New Zealand, the local authorities to bear two-thirds of the cost of travelling. Dr. Gibb moved that the Church Extension Committee toe given power ito deal with the matter. A protest against such procedure was instantly raised. "What are ■we going to do, then, for men?" asked Dr. Gibb. "Shut the door/ was Itihe advice of a minister. Dr. Gibb declared that to do such a thLig would ibe crass folly. Men were wanted and the door should be- flung wide open. In desperation, the committee 'had been compelled to send all kinds of men—some of them not men at all—into the field, and a great opportunity to extend the Church •would ibe lost if prompt action, was not taken to secure men. He was amazed at the tone and spirit of the brethren. If Assembly could not truet the committee to act wisely and prudently as far as it was ■financially possiWs, then they had better elect a new- committee and a new convener. He modified his motion lo read" that the. committee have power to bring- "five m'issionere from Home if the needs of the field 1 demanded and adequate -funds -wxiro available. Assembly soccuiribeA to the rev. gentletman?9 appeal, and c oassed £he motion. l The. tender of Messrs. Jones and Son was accepted to-day for the erection of the new Methodist Churchi at the corner of Pah and Greenwoods roads, Epsom, the price being £1727. The site secured is j aJrout half an acre, and on this is to be built, to tile. design of Mr. Wiseman Tarchlteety- astyle, capable -of- seating a congregation of about 300, A umqxte feature of the church will be the "ceiling, -wiiieh -will be of band type,, and pannelled with asbestos. Provision' is made in ■fche tender for an organ. 30ft, and the instrument tbat is to be removed from Pitt-street Methodist Church, to make room for the new one, is to be remodelled and modernised before placing' it' in the new ch-nrch. A very ihappy afternoon was spent yesterday on the lawn at "Binsw-ood,* Mt. Eden, the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Smeetun, tby the children of tie Kemuera Home, with the committee and Mends The "weather was delightful, adding to the pleasure. Races and games were eagerly, entered into iby the little ones, while the search for sweets hidden in the trees was enjoyed immensely. During the afternoon the Rev. Knctwies Kempton, Mr. G. C. Garliek, and Mr, W. H. George of Wellington -spoke of- the needs of the Home, asking , for earnest personal support.' *Fb.e children, sang Various pieces ewcettyj and three hearty cheers were given by them as they left for the fcoet ttnd ihostees. New shipment leaiheT strap and wriet bags, attractive colours, 1/6, 1/11, 2/9, 3/3, Dorot*y Ibage, from 10*$ d. Special value. Smith and Canghey, Ltd.—(Ad.) The Boyal Worcester and Bon Ton Corsets, non-fustible and perfect fitting, •from 5/11 -pair. Smith and Caughey, Ltd.—(Ad.)