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Auckland Star, Volume XLIV, Issue 89, 15 April 1913, Page 4

■ Following is Mr. D. C. Bates' weather forecast for 24 hours from 9 a.m. this day:—"The indications arc for variable and moderate southerly breezes, but veering by east to north. There is a prospect of fair weather. Tlie night will probably be very- cold, with frosts inland. Barometer little movement: sea and tides moderate:"

• In anticipation of'heavier traffic on account of the acquisition of Eden Park by the 'Rugby Union as La football ground, •the Tramways, Company has had plans prepared for the' duplication of the line along New North Road from, its junction with (Dominion Road to the old Kingsland terminus. These plans'were submitted to 1 the Mount Albert Borough Council last night, and, in moving their approval, the Mayor (Mr. M. J. Coyle) suggested that the Tramways Company •be informed that a continuation of the duplication to the Morningside terminus would be welcomed by the Council. The suggestion was heartily approved." Plans were also approved in connection with the proposed erection by tlie Rugby Union of grandstand accommodation at Eden Park to cost approximately £3,500.

A young lady from Auckland (Miss Greta White) who is at present on a visit to Gisborne, was able to secure a launch off the Waikanae beach which had drifted all the way from Napier. The launch was noticed by two men on the outer edge of the surf, but as there was a particularly strong tide running some difficulty was anticipated in securing it. Miss White arrived a little latex, however, and at once volunteered to swim out to the little boat with a line. The feat was regarded as a remarkable one in view of the strong surf which was •running. Fortunately the young lady was none the worse for her adventure. The launch was hauled on to the beach. It was learned by telegraph from NapieT, some time later, that she was the Irene, and that she bad broken adrift from the Kidnappers on Easter Sunday. The launch is in a much battered condition, but the damage can be repaired.

I here is being introduced into the Napier Technical College a class for dealing with electrical engineering. It is intended to start with wiring, and then, step by step, to proceed till the students will be in a position to erect a wireless station. This the director feels quite assured they will be able to accomplish in time, and with the receipt of a permit from the Government they would be able to use the instrument and" so turn out locally efficient wireless operators, an appointment which is being mucli sought after in many quarters at the present time.

That the Tramway Company is making a serious effort to keep" its cars free from the dust, orange peel, and old tram tickets so often seen in them was-made evident at last night's meeting of the Remuera Road Board, when the foreman of works made a complaint that • the tram conductors were sweeping so much rubbish out of their cars at the terminus that the main road at that point bore a decidedly untidy appearance. Mr. J. B. Paterson, a member of the Boan!> backed up the complaint, and observed that the conductors generally got all the passengers into one compartment at Victoria Avenue, and swept all the dust in the other on to the platform, sending it out on to the road at the terminus. "I'd like to see them do it in Queen Street or Customs Street," he added, see what a roar there would be. I think they should be made to carry bags for the rubbish, and have a depot to dump it at." It was decided to write to the company about the matter.

The following item from a YVcllington paper is illuminating in its way: "An empty barrel got 'on the loose' in Lampton Quay last night and interrupted the from near the Government Buildings, and was blown along the quay at an amazing speed." It slowed down after a while, but. just as a tram car going in tlie same direction was about to overtake it, it worked in another spurt. Finally, however, it seemed clear that the car was to take the lead, and the barrel, as a last strategy, cut in sharply and sat fairly in the centre of the car's track. The tram did not proceed until the barrel had been arrested and removed."

A somewhat strange story was told before the Dunedin Juvenile Court, when two youthful offenders were chnTged with damaging a trap and harness, and the theft of four sacks. According to the statement made by the police, the-boys had gone to the place where a settler kept his trap, pulled it half a mile along the road till they "found a horse. They were stopped from taking one horse, and the owner of the one they did take had not yet been found. They took four sacks in the trap with them because it was a cold night, and then ' proceeded to drive through tlie city and suburbs and were j not found till nearly 3 a.m. It appeared ' that both the boys were before the Court about a week ago. The magistrate said he would dismiss the charge of the theft of the sacks, as the boys might have intended to return them. The Older boy, who had already been convicted twice, was committed to the Burnbnm. Industrial School. The younger was given another chance on the distinct, understanding that it would be his last. Ho was convicted and ordered to come up for sentence when called upon. The extensive development of Mount Mbent as a residpntial suburb was iUustrateil last night, when' the Borough Council's approval was sought m connection with the cutting-up of a Mock of 200 acres of land into building sections. This land is right in the heart of the suburb, and the desired'approval _was ;granted7subject-to correctness of plans. The railway regulations relating to the issiio of free "paesos to railway employees have been altered to provide that members of the second division (with thenwives and families) who have completed ten veiirs' service will be entitled to lirst-clatis free passes vihen on holiday or transfer. Previously only members of the first division were entitled to firstclass free passes. Quite a satisfactory number of Wellington's burglars have been caught redhanded by the police constables who do the watches of the night. In the last jtwelve months about a dozen burglars have been caught almost "in tlie* act." A few days ago two Wellington constables saw a man go into ah alleyway Jate at night. They did hot follow the man, but .awaited his reappearance. After a while a man came out to the street carrying a bag. The policemen took charge of the man and, the bag, and the former is now accused of having stolen over £50 worth of goods, the contents ofa portmanteau. A' peculiar-looking fish was found on the Otaki beach last week. It is about twelve inches in length, and in appearance resembles a hedgedibg. Maoris who have seen it report it as unknown in these parts, and it will therefore be'sent to Wellington for identification, after which, it will be presented, to the Museum. At the inquest held yesterday in connection with the dea"fui -of Robert CoUier, a fireman, on board of. the steamer Norfolk, medical ewidence was •given to the effect, that death was due,to heart failure, and a verdict was retained accordingly. It is announced that the bcajnds of. tie Bakuranga Hunt' Club will meet at Mangere' pound" on Thursday air 1 pjn. Members of the club who wish to '.qualify must bavc their qualification * cards rairked on the field each day 7 ' - "7

A petition, signed by oyer 700 ratepayers, was recently presented to "the Tramways Company asking for an extension, of -the tramway.' service .on the new Edendale. Road. 7 A letter was received.by the Mount Albert Borough Council last night from the manager (Mr. J. J. Walklate) stating that, after a careful inspection of the road, he had come to the conclusion that it was not. an extension itliiit he, could so strongly recommend to the directors for favourable consideration as some others that had been suggested by various local authorities. The proximity of the Kingsland and Dominion Road lines, Mr. Walk-late stated, militated, to a certain extent, against the probability of this extension being undertaken in the near future. The writer mentioned that plans in connection with the duplication of the existing line to a point near the Kingsland station are how ready, and will • -be submitted to the Council in a few days. ' Tlie petition to' exclude No. 1 ward from the borough of Mt. Eden and have it joined to Auckland city has not been upheld by the Minister of internal Affairs, in view of the 'objections raised by residents subsequent to'a counterpetition. Advice to this effect was conveyed'last night to the Mt.-Eden Borough Council, and was received with a cordial "Hear, hear" from" the councillord assembled—bar one. The Minister intimated that if the petitioners desired to proceed with the matter they could do so by obtaining -the percentage of signatures requisite for a poll of the ratepayers on 'the subject. "There is .still.hope," ejaculated Cr. Davisi '"'Yes, if you like to put us to the expense of *£Co,"' retorted the Mayor: . A rather startling suggestion is made in tlie "Australasian. Medical Gazette" on the important subject of, the employment of women. No sadder sight can meet the eye oT him who "loves his than that observable at the metropolitan railway station each morning between S and 9, with the large proportion of girls in their teens going to work in factories, shops, and offices. After a reference to the effect of this employment on the future generation, the "Gazette" goes on: "The only solution to the problem seems to lie in the passing of legislation which will prohibit the ' employment of girls and women in any walk of life which is not unquestionably women's work', until they shall have passed through an apprenticeship in household work. Such apprenticeship should bo for six months, preferably longer, the housewife being responsible for the conduct of the girl, and for giving her opportunities of obtaining knowledge. At the end of her time a certificate would be granted, arid thereafter, if she still s° desired, she might seek other avenues of employment. Tlie apprenticeship need not be confined to the homes of the Well-to-do; in the humblest cottage, provided the mother was accepted as capable enougli to teach, a thorough grounding could be acquired. Where there are daughters in the family, these in turn could'be articled to their mother, who "must be made responsible for their' doings. In some such way as this, the dearth .ot assistance in'the home would" be'overcome,"" mothers " would Ihave breathing space, families would increase, the future child-bearers would learn somewhat of their duties and responsibilities, and the ills of infancy would be diminished."

Ail houses within Mt. Eden borough that revel in the possession of "a bath must after June 30 have a water-meter attached to the private water eugply, as also must all premtees where a horse, or horses,-are kept." A resolution to that effect was paissed by th'e.Mt- Eden Borough- Council last night. The nnvter. ■has' to be fixed at the expense of the consumer, and where directed by the ■turncock, though arrangement may be made for the Council to supply the meter at its cost Soil (in annual payment being made by the consumer for its use, such payment being wbat the Council may fix by resolution. Consumers will have to pay for water such sum as the Council may fix annually, but not exceeding 1/8 per thousand gallons, based on a minimum supply of 12,000 gallons.

The fact was recently published that Mr. Bcaney.had forwarded £5 to the Grey Lynn Fire Brigade for services rendered during the recent fire at his foundry, Grey Lynn. That his views were not held by the Arch Hill Road' Board is shown by the fact that at the meeting of the Grey Lynn Borough Council a letter was read refusing "tb A pay for the services of the ' Brigade, on the ground that they were not asked for. Captain Feriton reported that the prompt action of the Grey Lynn Brigade resulted in good work being" doner Mr. Tattersfield moved that. £3 10/ be donated to the Grey Lynn " Fire Brigade 1 ior turning out to assist at a fire in Arch Hfll Road district. This was agreed to. The Mayor .-('Mr. G. Baildon) said he, rang up the Grey Lynn Brigade, and but for .that it Would;, have been good-bye to Beaney's foundry. lie., considered it very "shabby treatment of a volunteer fire' brigade." seeing that about a month ago the Grey "Lynn Council had- paid Arch (Hill: Brigade for services rendered at a lire in the. borough. • The Council decided to forward a letter setting forth these facts to the Arch Hill Board. The official visit of inspection to Kauri Gully scenic resort, which was to have taken place a fortnight ago, but.was postponed on the weather; was held on Satm-dav' afternoon, when tlie Mayor of Norl.hcote (Air Geo. Eraser), "Councillors H. H. Hunt, J.-B. Tonar (representing the Scenic Committee). Councillors B. Van Veen, W.■• &' Daniels, the Town Clerk (Mr H. T. •G. McElroy). and a large number of visitors, strolled .through the bush and inspected the various improvements made in' the beautifying of the reserve. {Speeches were made by the Mayor (Mr" Eraser), who congratulated the committee on the excellent use made of the Government grant; Mr H. H. Hunt, who paid a glowing tribute to the caretaker (Mr H. Nicholls) and the. Boy. Scouts; and Mr J. B. Tonar, who trusted that not only the residents but visitors from Auckland would spend many a pleasant" afternoon in exploring the beauties of the bush. In his remarks Mr Hunt stated that the Government ranger had been over and bad promised a further grant'towards the reserve. Cheers were given to those whose' efforts had contributed towards bringing the reserve before the public- . ■.'•.". The Longburn freezing works arc apparently unable" to deal with all the; stock available, and, capital i 3 said to. be available for establishing freezing works in the vicinity ofi Palmers-ton North. Three proposals are considered —to establish new works at Foxton Heads, to offer to. purchase the Longburn works, or to offer to purchase and enlarge the Palmerston abattoirs. I During the height of the Southland flood a Mat aura resident secured some photographs, which show the phenomenal height of the river. The water made a clean breach of the suspension bridge which is 40ft above the ordinary river level. The great, strength of ; the structure was evidenced by the fact that a six-roomed house swept down on the piers was smashed to 'matchwood, yet the structure sustained no damage.