NEWS OF THE DAY.

Press, Volume XLIX, Issue 14660, 8 May 1913, Page 6

NEWS OF THE DAY.

On Saturday the "Evening News" will contain tho opening chapter of a new and strikingly original story. "The Socrot City," a talo of love and adventnro in South Africa. The author, tho Rev. J. J. Doke, is well known to a good many people in Canterbury, as_ ho was for a number of years pastor of tho Oxford Terrace Baptist Church. Mr Doko spent his early manhood in South Africa, and returned there after leaving Christchurch, and in this story ho has employed his wide knowledge of that country to admirablo purpose. The story will bo published daily.

The Forestry Commission has been granted an extension of time to May 2Ut. Originally it was instructed to ireport on May.. Ist.

Tho annual meeting of the New Plymonth Harbour Board was held yesterday. Mr J. B. C'onnett was re-elected chairman, a position ho has occupied pincp 1902. Ho was a member of the first Board in 1875. and has sat almost continuously since then.

At 7 o'clock last evening tho Fire Brigade attended at 2GG St. Asaph street, a boardinghouse, in tho occupation or' Mrs Knight, and owned by Mr" G. Scott. Trifling damage wa.s done to some old clothes in a spare bedroom. The contents were not insured. At 9 p.m. the Brigade received a malicious falso alarm of firo from tho box at tho corner of Tuam street and Nursery road.

Tho champion stand of Japanese chrysanthemums in the show yesterday were grown at Amberley by a lad of fifteen. The blooms caused the experts to marvel, for they were- a distinct adviweo on anything previously seen in Christchurch. One o» the judges, who was a notod grower in England, and was unsurpassed as an exhibitor here, agreed that the blooms were better than anything he had ever seen. The other judge—a leading grower from Dunedin—expressed the opinion that tho blooms were in the nature of a freak, and Nature could not be *xpected to do the same again.

A meeting of German residents of Christ-church was held yesterday afternoon at the Consulate, with a view to making arrangements for celebrating tho twenty-fifth, anniversary of the present Kaiser's accession, which falls on Juno 15th. Nine were present, and the Consul, Mr K. Joosten, presided. After some discussion it was decided that the number of Germans in Canterbury was too small to carry out any celebrations on a large scale, so it was resolved that the idea should be abandoned. It was decided instead to hold an official reception at the Consulate on Saturday, the 14th. On tho afternoon of Sunday, the loth, a German service will be held in Miss Cox's hall, Hereford street, and afterwards a gathering is to take place at Mr Joosten's residence at Fendalton.

Ine last day of entry for the forthcoming practical examinations in October next, is Monday. Juue 2nd

A "Handel" recital will bo "iven by Dr. Bradshaw, City Oi-aaist, in rm -.lajesty's Theatre on next at 8.30 p.m.

A petition in bankruptcy has been filed by Charles William * .\ixon. of Christchurch, builder, rhe first meeting of creditors will be held next Wednesday, at 11 a.m.

At a meeting of the Christchurch Operative Bootmakers' Union night tho following delegates were appointed to represent the union at the July Unity Congress:—-Messrs W. Williams, J. fiallantyue. and J. Gulliford.

The drawings for the Canterbury Druids Cricket Club art union resulted as follows:—lst 2S:JG, 2nd 3479, 3rd M 33, 4th 2207, sth 2243, and Gth 1013. Prize winners are requested to apply to the hon.'secretary, Mr J. W. E. Smith.

The Hon. \V. H. Hemes, Minister of Railways, will deliver an address before tho members of the Christchurch Women's Branch of the New Zealand Political Reform League, at tho Cadcna tea rooms to-night.

The Chrysanthemum and Fruit Show, which opened in the Art Gallery yesterday, is tho best seen in Christchurch for many years, the judges expressing tho opinion that a high standard of quality ran throughout tho show.

Tho Now Zealand Trotting Association has voted £o 5s towards tho "Sportsmen's Memorial Fund" for tho establishment of a- memorial to tho late Captain Scott. Mr T. E. Upton has sent a donation of £1 Is towards the same fund.

Tho hon. treasurer of tho Girls' Friendly Society acknowledges with thanks tho following additional donations to the Lodge Building Fund:— Mrs Carrington £1 Is, Mrs Lord 10s. Tho Hon. R. Heaton Rhodes £5 ss, ana Mrs Beals £1.

The members of tho Workers' Dwelling Board returned on itiesday nignt from a visit to South Canterbury, where they were engaged in inspecting various blocks offered to the Government for workers' homes' purposes. Yesterday tho Board inspected two large blocks in the Springstou district.

Tho passengers on the early trams to and from Sumner yesterday morning were treated to a magnificent sight seaward. The gigantic rollers, somo fifteen or twenty feet high, were met by a strong sou-west wind, causing continuous and most beautifullycurved sprays for the full length of tho bay. The sun shono out brightly at intervals, and added considerably to tho grand effect.

The Prime Minister stated yesterday that no appointments to the Legislative Council would be considered until a fuller meeting of Cabinet could bo obtained (says - a Wellington Press Association telegram). A Bill for the reform of tho Council would bo introduced next session, and tho Government would uso every endeavour to place it on tho Statute Book.

A fully representative meeting of hairdressers and tobacconists was held last night (Mr W. Simpson presiding) to discuss the half-holiday question, and it was resolved to observe the usual Thursday half-holiday; but that a petition bo presented to Parliament, that in tho event of a majority of tobacconists agreeing to observe either Thursday or Saturday, that day become law. It was also resolved that a deputation, consisting of Messrs Simpson, PiriestnalL and Smith, wait on the Licensed Victuallers' Association, with regard to the sale of tobacco, cigarettes and cigars in hotels.

There was a distinct tinge of sorrow in the proceedings at the installation of Mr J. JR. Webb as Mayor of Lyttelton last night, caused 'by the tragically sndden death of Cr. Colin Cook sifter the declaration of the poll on Wednesday week. The Mayor made feeling references to the many sterling qualities of the late Mr Cook, both as a citizen and as a councillor. Mr Webb moved that a- letter of condolence be forwarded to the widow and family, and that the Council place on record its sorrow at his death, and its appreciation of tho many valuable services rendered by him in tho interests of the borough. Tho motion was carried in silence, tho councillors standing.

The Reform Party organiser (Mr C. P. Lindegreen) has just returned to Wellington after a northern tour, in the course of which he visited Paeroa, Thames, Putararuru, Ngaruawahia, and Huntly (telegraphs our own correspondent). . New branches of tho Reform League were formed at Paeroa, Putararuru, and Huntly, and in addition this, strong Native branches of the League have been formed : at Pakipaki, Te Hauke, Waipawa, and Patangata. Mir Lindegreen found that the Reform movement; so far as organisation was concerned, is progressing very satisfactorily in the country districts particularly. He states that tho farmers are vary keen that the present Government should retain office, so that it may give effect to its development policy of land settlement. A moeeting of tho Dominion Executive of the Reform Party ia to open at Wellington on Saturday.

A communication was received yesterday by the Lyttelton Harbour Board from the Hon. W. H. Hemes, Minister for Railways, consenting to receive a deputation from tho Board on Friday in Christ-church with reference tp tho question of tho lay-out of the railway Hues and sidings westward of the tunnel mouth at Lvttclton. The Board discussed the matter briefly, and Mr GLauronson, M.P.. moved that tho question of tho electrification of tho Lyttelton tunnel bo brought under tho Ministor's notice. It was pointed out that this was not in the order of refcrenco of the subjects that tho Minister was advised would bo refe.Ted to. Ultimately it was decided that tho electrification of the tunnel bo brought under tho Minister's notice if possible. It was decided tint tho wholo Board wr.it upon tho Minister as a deputation, and that the Chairman (Mr R. Moore) a> d secretary (Mr Cyrus Williams) be the spokesmen.

"Tho efficiency of high-frequency-clcctiric tubo treatment" as a. euro for blackheads upon the face was discussed at some length durin"- tho bearing of a enso by Air C. C. Kettle, fe-M., m tho Auckland Magistrate's V-ourt yesterday (says a Press Association message). The plaintiff in the action G. Edwards, who described himselt as secretary of the Auckland -Uassago and Electrical Institute Co:nn h claimed the sum of £23 Gs from' A- &. E. Bourne for 22 weeks of the treatment mentioned at the rate of £2 -s a week, less £7 2s received on account. Plaintiff stated that he com-! oalii t° treat defendant on August j /ath of last year for blackheads upon I-μ Vi ce, an< * continued the treatment till December 7th following Under cross-examination ho stated that tho treatment for blackheads was known as the high-frequency-electric tubo treatment," which consisted in massaging the face, and the subsequent application of electricity in the form of sparke from a tuba to tho skiL. Dr. Albert Clark stated that lie was a specialist in skin complaints. Electricity was at ono time advocated as a cure f or acno, but no brilliant results had ever been obtained from Us use, and it had been in abeyance tor ten or twelve years. He confrtZ^ n H wae quite an obsolete S ft ~ (I *W W anything P Stiff's ability or his SdSt Hi? Mr Kettl ° ia eiTi^ g Si- ci«c' t at is not m - v concern , in ■ 2 } *n» of opinion that the SS «ie.defendant has paid is X \etui? P l far more than suffi " S- pn + Urn . n f< >r plaintiff's services. Judgment w,U be for tho defendant."

Recently tho cage beacon on tho rocks off Sumner bar was damaged by heavy seas. Yesterday the Lyltcltoti Harbour Board decided to renair tho beacon at an estimated cost of £10.

A letter was received by the L.vttel-ton-Harbour Hoard yesterday from tho Town Clerk of Cliristclmreli acknowledging receipt of tho Board's resolution rela tivo to tho representation of tho city on tho Board, aivl staling that tho Council had decided to proceed with tho proposed Bill. It is an indication of tho improved financial position, the Hon. W. F. Massoy, Prime Minister informed a "Post" reporter yesterday, that tho Cabinet had decided to raise tho limit of advances under tho workers' dwellings echomo from £300 to £400. Tho subject of advances to local bodies, he added, had not yet been dealt with.

The poll on the proposal to raise a special loan of £15,000 for tho purpose of constructing a tramway to St. Martin's, will be held to-day between tho hours of 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. at Mrs Lynn's house, corner of Rodger street and Langdown's road. AYo have received a number of letters on tho subject, but following our usual rulo wo do not publish them. It is alleged (says a Press Association messago from Wellington) that threo Territorials undergoing military detention at the Mount Cook Barracks reionted the conduct of the non-commis-sioned officer drilling them, and sot upon him, knocking him down. Tho threo accused wero beforo the Court today, and were remanded till Saturday.

Tho Lyttelton Harbour Board yesterday received a letter from tho Town Clerk of Now Brighton drawing attention to tho damaged stato of the stakes defining the channel in the Avon below Herring Bay. The Harbourmaster ' reported that ho had inspected tho place and had found tho staking in good order, but ho liad put in a few more stakes. The Lyttelton Harbour Board yesterday received a further application from tho Sumnor branch of tho ltoyal Life-saving Society for financial assistance towards tho cost of erecting a ivatchhouso at Sumner. It was stated that a tender for £i>9B had boon accepted for tho erection df the building, and that furnishing would cost another £40. The application was referred to the Finance Committee.

At tho Hiakitika. Magistrate's Court yesterday tho hearing was concluded of a chargo against a member of the Charitablo Aid Board of having received payment, after becoming a member, for work dono previous to his appointment. The Magistrate, Mr Hewitt, inflicted a fine of £5 Is to enable an appeal to bo instituted if desired. Tlie defendant signified his intention of refunding tho amount affected, £21.

Tho Lyttelton Harbour Board's engineer having reported that tho rock <,ff Sumner Head, alleged to bo in the track of boats plying between Taylor's Mistake and Suinn-ir was always exposed except at high, water, when its position was easily distinguishable by tho swirl of tho waves over it, the Board, acting upon tho recomtnendatiort of tho special committee appointed to enquire into tho matter, decided not to erect a beacon ou the rock:

In tho caso Emil Hansen v. Michael Leonard, cab-driver, claiming £52, balance of £75 which plaintiff entrusted to defendant on a "joy ride" extending over some days, Air Kettle, S.M., at Auckland yesterday (says a Press Association message) gave judgment for plaintiff for £40. lie said the affair was disgraceful from start to finish. Plaintiff, who was foolish in liquor, handed over a large sum to a cabman who betrayed his. trust. The Magistrate added that he had no sympathy with plaintiff. He regretted ho could not hand tho money to a charitable institution. . .. ~

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