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Auckland Star, Volume LI, Issue 104, 1 May 1920, Page 6

! Following is the official weather forecast for 24 hours from I) a.m. to-day: — The indications are for variable and moderate breezes, but northerly winds, moderate to strong, prevailing and freshening for an unfavourable change in the weather in the beginning of the week. Tncreasine haze and cloudiness. Barometer falling; sea moderate, tides good. I The Health Officer has granted .permission for all technical and continua- [ tion classes to continue working at technical schools. Tbe classes, therefore, iat the Devonport, Otahuhu, and other technical schools will resume work from May 3 (Monday next). I A specially bound copy of ."Gems of New Zealand Scenery" was forwarded by Messrs. Duncan and Co. to the Prince of Wales. Tlie book was in a velvet calf cover, with the Prince of Wales' feathers thereon, the work being done by the Brett Printing and Publishing Company. A letter has been received from the secretary, stating that his Royal Highness had been pleased to accept the volume as a souvenir of his first visit to the Dominion. , May 1 is the usual date for the opening of the Auckland oyster season. This year, however, supplies will be a little late in reaching the market. Inquiries made this morning show that the Government pickers have not yet been sent out to the beds, and that no definite information can be given as to when supplies will be available. Influenza of a mild type (writes our Pukekohe correspondent) is prevalent here to the extent of about one hundred cases, including old and young. In one house of six members five are down. The Board of Trade Anti-Profiteering Committee has decided to ask tbe Auckland Milk Vendors' Association for an explanation of the advance of one penny per quart in the price of milk which ste.rts from to-day. It is stated by a member of the trade that since the last advance in price there have been two increases in wages to employees, while the cost of feeding and shoeing horses had risen. As far as producers are concerned, much higher figures have to be .paid for fertilisers, and wages of employees on dairy farms have advanced.

A motor ear, driven by Mr. Stanley Mars-h,. went over n bank seven miles from Wairaki, nt two o'clock on Friday morning. Mr. Marsh was found under ' the car. He was removed ""o Wairakei, i having sustained severe injuries to his . hip. Mr. John Little, aged 21 years, a taxi--1 driver in the employ of Pullan and Arrni- ' j tage, Ltd., met with an accident last ■ 'night which necessitated his removal to ; |the Hospital. He had just stopped work .about 1 a.m., and was knocked down by , ia motor car fn Victoria Street. He i sustained a deep cut on the head an well (, as other bruises. Mr. Little resides at Rose Road, Grey Lynn. i The use of educational industrial ,! motion pictures to advertise products [was decided upon, at a recent meeting 'of the executive council of the Canadian i Manufacturers' Association. It was 'pointed out that industrial interests in the L'nited States and Great Britain had already seized upon that means of circulating information about their capa- ' jbilities of production. 1 ' ' ' i

I Two officers of the Renown wlpo were | at the Royal Hotel arrived early on tlie ' scene of the Metropolitan Hotel fire, and rendered valuable assistance in assisting a couple of lady boarders to safety. One of the officers, Mr. J. I_. Course, had the misfortune to lose a wallet bearing bis j initials. • 1 Some curtains caught fire in a house . situated at Tauranga Street, Parnell, last night. The alarm was given, but all danger was ended by the use of a few ' buckets of water before the Parnell brunch and the City brigades had time to reach the place.

A meeting of creditors in the bankrupt estate of Mrs. Bertha King, of Papatoetoe, was held in the ollice of the official assignee, Mr. \V. S. Fisher, yesterday afternoon. The bankrupt's "liabilities" were stated to be £4;">7 5/0, and the assets nil. About a year ago it was stated Mrs. King's husband was adjudicated a bankrupt, and the debts, including £100 interest upon a mortgage, were incurred by the bankrupt's husband, who carried on business us v storekeeper in her name. The business, it was stated, was a paying concern, but supplies had been drawn from it for a boardinghouse run by the husband at Karekare, without a return being made. Mrs. King said that her husband's bankruptcy had swallowed up all her own assets. The meeting wag adjourned for a week.

Pupil teachers and probationers are required to attend their ordinary classes at the Seddon Memorial Technical College during the period for which tlio schools are closed.

The winter course at the Leys Institute will be opened by the Orphans' Club on Tuesday. May 11." The lectures comprise: "Radium and X Rays," by Dr. Neil MeDougall; "Magic Through the Ages." by Mr. P. R. Oaklcv: "Songs of Scotland," by tbe Rev. ... 'W. Shaw, M.A.; ".Maori Legends,"* by Dr. Buck: ''Perfumes and the Sense of Smell,*' by Professor Worlev. The Auckland Comedy Players, under .Mr. .1. ]•*-. Mou"Vtgue's direction, will give an entertainment, and Mr. and Mrs. Towscy tbe closing concert.

Doctors and business men who have tried '"Winox," say how much it has .feelped lliein to do their work. "Winox" keeps men lit.—(Ad.) Three-quarter maj-colla >iui!ts, beautiful finish. 25/G to Sfo/B, at Georgo Court and Sons, Ltd., Karangaliape Road.— (Ad.)

Ladies! Do not fail to see tlie wonderful value in furs and fur coats at the Boudoir. Karangahape Road.—(Ad.) A large shipment of English reliable crockery just landed, consisting of (-toilet sets, plain and fancy teapots, jugs, etc.—Page's Store, Kings'land.— (Ad.)

"Stopain"—stops pain like magic. This is an actual fact, or we would not say 60. We now unhesitatingly guarantee to stop all pain and the aftereffects of any extractions in a few moments. If you are suffering from this cause, come at once to Ballin and Russell, Surgeon Dentists, Symonds Street.—(Ad.)

Hot-water bags for the cold nights. Ex cellent value. Covers in latest colourings. Smith and Caughey Ltd., Queen Street. (Ad.) "Fashions for AH" paper patterns, in autumn and winter fashions, now to band. Large selection to choose from. I/I each.—George Court and Sons, Ltd., Karangahape Road.— (Ad.) Without Shorthand no education is complete. Paragon Shorthand can be learnt in 7 lessons. Box 404, Dunedin. Ad. Children like Wade's Worm Figs; sure and certain.— (Ad.) Carry a bottle of "Xazol" in your vest pocket or handbag, and use very freely. It is undoubtedly the best preventive known against influenza infection.— (Ad.) Single bed size down quilts, will keep you warm on the coldest night, and covers to match any colour scheme, 45/ to 6,5/, at Hcorge Court nnd Sons, Ltd., Karangahape Road.—(Ad.) The pore Golden Rule Cocoanut Oil Soap only l,'!l from all stores. Be.t for everybody.—(Ad.) Warm winter dress tweeds, all wool blanket coatings, navy serges and coatings, and grey costume flannel, now showing at most moderate prices at the A.8.C., Newton.—(Ad.)

Kapok quilts will be greatly appreciated these cold nights. Made in artistic materials. Full size 20/0 to 45/, single 2")/.—At Tonson Garlick's.—(Ad.) Men's and boys' warm overcoats and raincoats. Excellent stocks.' Inspection invited.—Smith and Caughev, Ltd., Queen Street.—(Ad.) When your little child is restless and feverish, with a fresh cold, don't delay, but immediately give "Xazol" on sugar, and sprinkle freely a handkerchief with "Nazol" and pin to the dress so that the child can inhale it constantly. (Ad.) Full size honeyoomhj quilts are 10/11 to 37/0, at George Court and Sons, Ltd., Karangaliape Road.— (Ad.) Knitted wool golfers, in all fashionable makes and colourings, now-showing from m/ 11 to £5 5-/, at "the A.8.C., Newtcn.—(Ad.) E.D. quilts, new shipment, best English manufacture. Sateen aud sat'n. Full size_ u'7/G, 85/ upwards, single 55/, 72/G upivards.—At Tonson Garlick'si Ad.' A sudden chill may give you cold in the head, inflamed throat or bronchitis. Remember! If you should take a chill, don't wait until you are laid up, but use "Nazol" freely right away. Thousands know its value. — (Ad.) Full size kapok quilts in beautiful allover designs, for 28/6, 33/fl, 37/fi, at Geo. Court and Sons, Ltd.. Karaiu'ahano Road.—(Ad.) .""Gin. fiiic_costuiiie navy serge, fast dye, selling at 27/0, 'best vahie in the trade,' at the A.8.C., Xewton.—(Ad.) A warmth-giving quilt--the blankwilt. Kapok filled, in cream flannelette, extra 12in hem all round to Wk in. Full size 33/0, single 23/o.—At Tonson CJarlick's.—(Ad.) George Court and Sons.. Ltd., Karangahape Road, are sole agents for "Fashions for All"' paper patterns. 1/1 each.—(Ad.) The overwhelming experience of thousands testifies to the value of "Xazol" as an effective precaution aga/ist influenza, etc.—(Ad.) There's a big range to choose from in the new autumn and winter styles now to hand. '"Fashions for All" paper patterns, 1/1 each. Obtainable only from George Court and Sons, Ltd., Karangahape Road.— (Ad.) Heavy all-wool blanket coatings, 52in. wide, in fawns, greys, and browns, selling at 22/6, at the A.8.C., Newton. (Ad.) There is no remedy Tor throat and chest troubles that has been tested so thoroughly and seaichingly as "Nazol." It g-_ts more friends the more it is "used. If your throat troubles you, use "Nazol."—(Ad.) It is better to taTte precautionary measures against influenza than to watt until you have it in .the system. Tho frequent daily use.ol "Nazol" is tbe most effective.—(Ad.)_