WAR BRIEFS

Auckland Star, Volume LXX, Issue 210, 6 September 1939, Page 11

WAR BRIEFS

Timber Workers' Motion. —Loyalty to democratic ideals, and a pledge to aid the Government in any measures taken, was expressed in a resolution carried at a general meeting last evening of the Auckland branch of the Xew Zealand Timber Workers' Union.

College Rifles. —A large attendance of ex-members of the College Rifles and the 4th Howitzer Battery is expected at a meeting to be held in the Amateur Operatic Society's hall in Grafton Road this evening for the purpose of forming a reserve to the battery.

Patriocic Fund.—The first action in the direction of establishing a district patriotic fund was taken by the Gisborne Operatic Society when a decision was made that the net proceeds of "The Cingalee," which is to be produced this month, be devoted to patriotic purposes. —Own Correspondent.

Social Services.—Plans made by the Salvation Army to provide social services for men who may be put into military camps were outlined by Colonel Grattan, chief secretary of the Salvation Army. "We are not waiting until the men are in camp. We want to 'be there to receive them and we have all our plans laid," he said.—Press Association, Wellington.

Handle Carefully.—The Reserve Bank directs the attention of the public generally to the importance of handling banknotes carefully with a view to maintaining them as long as possible in a fit state for circulation. This is regarded as an important measure of economy in which all members of the public can usefully co-operate during this period of national emergency.—Press Association.

Petrol Rationing.—The effect of petrol rationing was most noticeable about Dunedin streets yesterday, motor care being remarkably few Many peace-time motorists walked, while others, with an alternative mode of transport as provided by the "bike," resigned themselves to pushing their way to work. Tram cars, too, were busier than usual, and the increase in revenue was welcomed by the transport department.—Own Correspondent.

Sawmillers' Offer.—The Sawmillere' Federation has conveyed to the ment its desire for the fullest possible co-operation and offering the services of the federation in any required direction. The Hon. D. 6. Sullivan expresses thanks and appreciation and states the offer will be borne in mind and the Government will get in touch with the federation for any assistance that may be required. The secretary of the federation, Mr. Seed, says that already orders have been placed and mills are busy cutting and commencing delivery of timber supplies for the immediate and most urgent requirements of the defence authorities. Tl» federation is confident every member will respond to whatever call may be made upon him in implementing the federation's undertaking.—P.A. Wellington.