NEWS OF THE DAY.

Press, Volume XLIX, Issue 14822, 13 November 1913, Page 8

NEWS OF THE DAY.

The;arrival of the first express from the south last evening swelled the number of visitors to Chiistchuich by about 1300, the twelve carriages comprising the train being all packed.

The Plunkct Society's ball, held in tho Art Gallery last night, proved a big success, and the committee are to be complimented on the excellence of the arrangements. The proceeds were in aid of the nursing fund.

Tlie poll in connection with the proposal to include the North Richmond area in the City of Christchurch will be taken on Saturday next, November loth. Tho polling-place is at the corner of North Avon road and Stapletou road.

At Kisselton, on Tuesday afternoon, two trucks were being drawn up the tramline to tbe tunnel outlet from the riverbed, when the ciraw-bolts on the second truck, which was loaded with shingle, pulled out and let the truck run down the steeply-graded incline. The runaway struck a standing truck on the flat below, aud smashed a scatfold near by. Men who were working on the line were warned off in time by the driver of the engine.

The following resolution was passed unanimously by the Women's Christian Temperance Union District Convention of Southland: —"That this District Convention of Invercargill, representing eight branches of tho W.C.T.U., of Southland, do heartily and cordially endorse the platform of the Bible-iti-State Schools League, and pledge itself to help in every possible way the bringing in of the Bible to our schools in New Zealand."

The annual Show of the Canterbury Kennel Club will be held at the A. and P. Association's Showgrounds, Addington. to-day aud to-morrow: Excellent entries havo been received from ail parts of tho Dominion, oulldogs being strongly represented, 'ihe Show is be-" ing held in two large marquees specially erected for the purpose just inside the entrance gates to the left. The judging will be commenced at i-< a.m to-day, and the public will be admitted throughout.

All the Canterbnrv trout streans were reported clear yesterday morning, except the Waitaki, which was reported dirty.

At an early sittins of the Magistrates Court yesterday, before Mr 1- A. B. Bailey. S.*M., two first ottenders for drunkenness were fined os. with the alternative of a dov's iniprirsoniiient.

The erection of water-tanks in tiie suburbs,_ in connection with a scheme ior an improved .vsteni of tram wav watering is well under wav, and when completed will save the tram wav authorities time and expense.

Tlie Aniokura, from the Southern Islands, has anch.or-.-d off Purakanui (says a Dunedin message). Sho visited the Auckland. Bounty, Campbell, aud Antipodes Islands, and encountered consist-ent easterly winds, with fog.

The Supremo Court at Auckland yesterday granted a decree nisi in divorce in tho case of Ernest William Munton versus Violet Marie Muntou and James Joyce Seymour, co-respond-ent,

It is hoped that a start will Inmade with tho St. Martin's tramway early in December, provided the necessary material is to hand, but owing to the strike thero is t-ouio doubt as to sufficient supplies being available for an early commencement.

A National Convention oi the V.M.C.A. will be held at Auckland from February Ist to Sth next, and in connexion therewith a programme of athletic sports and musical and literary competitions has been drawn up, which will be open only to members of ihe *i .M.C.A. The programme can be seen at the local headquarters.

Arrangements have been made by the St. John Ambulance Brigade to attend the Show to render firstaid in case of accidents, also to take care of any lost children that may miss their parents. The work is under the supervision of District-Treasurer \V. Pearce, officer in charge of public duty.

Tuesday's tram traffic in connexion with the New Zealand Metropolitan Trotting Club's Meeting is believed to have been a record, tho-igb the actual figure's will not be available until the end of the week. The tramway authorities state that matters are quieter than usual at this time of tho year, but a big day is anticipated to-morrow.

The Y'.M.C.A. authorities are planning a camp and institute to be inaugurated during Christmas week. Tbe idea is to make it a permanent camp-ing-ground for the whole Dominion, nnd to have a big assembly annually. Arrangements for a site are in j)vpJames Mitchell is chairmff_\ oV_fe committee which has the m: hand. y The following programme will, be played by the Linwood/ Brassxliand on Victoria squaro /rotunda tonight:—March, "O.H.M.S."|/(S. A. Thomson); valse, "A Waltz Dream" (Oscar Straus); selection, "Macbetii" (Verdi); cornet duet, "Badina^' /W. Rimraer); gavotte, "Hearts ana {Flowers" (Tobani'j seloction, "l'Africaino"' (Meyerbeer); va.tie, ''Pracr and I'ftssion" (C. A. Grimm); march, "The Champions" (S. A. Thomson).

At the Wellington Magistrate's Court yesterday, Alfred Edmund Tomlinson was charged with having, between Septemher sth and October 31st last, received moneys totalling £50 _.'__, and failed to account for same to Gollin and Co. Proprietary, Ltd. He was also charged (says a Press Association message) with stealing £6 10s belonging to tho British Imperial Oil Co., and a fourth charge alleged that he wilfully set fire to certain hooks and papers of Gollin and Co. on November 7th. Accused was remanded for a week.

The following programme will be played by Dr. Bradshnw, City Organist, at tho grand "Tschaikowski" organ recital to be given in His. Majesty's Theatre on Sunday:—Allegro con anima from the Fifth Symphony, in -E. fmuor (Op. 64), for full orchestra; Chanson Triste , (Op. 40, No. 2); Andantino Semplice in D flat, from the Pianoforte Concerto in B flat minor (Op. 23); Finale to the Overture Solennelle "181*2" (Op. 49), for full- orchestra; Chant Sans Paroles in F major (Op. 2, No. 3); Funeral March in C minor (Op. 40, No. 3);• Soprano Solo, "A Legend"; Humoresko ,in G major (On. 10, No. 2); March from the Casse Noisette (Nutcracker), Suite.

The Rev. J. Gallop, it appears, had an. exciting experience a few days ago, when attempting to cross the upper reaches of tho Wanganui River (says our Wanganui correspondent). He was on his way to Hikumitu to visit members of his'flock, and in. fording the river, which was in flood, the pony lost its footing for a moment, and was carried down stream into deeper water. It was swept into tho dangerous rapid at the junction of the rivers, and Mr Gallop, who was encumbered by heavy overalls and oilskins, was in a perilous plight. Eventually the animal was swept against the bank of an island, up which it climbed in safety. Mr Gallop once again put the pony at the ford, and this timo crossed .in safety. Among our advertisements in this issue is published an illustration of tho "New Hudson" motor-car, two models of which will bo on view at the Show to-day. 97326 Iv compliance with the decision of the Retailers' Association, W. Strange and Co.'s warehouse will close as usual at 6 p.m. to-day, remaining closed all day Friday (the Peonies -Show Day), and will be open until 9 p.m. on Saturday for the convenience of holiday shoppers.

Farmers, Runholders, make a point of seeing the ideal fence at tho Show. Samson Droppers, Ryland's Bullock brand Wires. Briscoe and Co., Ltd.. Agents. 5

For tho convenience of their tomers and visitors, Graham, Wilson and Smellie will remain open until 9 p.m. Thursday, open Friday (Show Day) until 12 noon, and close.. on Saturday at 1 p.m. as usual. Not©—Lato night Thursday. 9

To make sure of getting cordials of absolute purity, get Thomson's. Comparison with the world's best has demonstrated their excellence. Whether is is Ginger Wine, Raspberry Vinegar, or Lime Juice, if it is Thomson's it is best and purest. All grocers. Ford and Mirams, agents. "■

This year. Show promises to be one of the best that has ever been organised, and foremost among the motor exhibits must be placed the very excellent display shown in the tent of Storey and Co.", of Hereford street, Christchurch. Two Calthorpe s attract the visitor's attention immediately on entering the tent, and these splendid cars are undoubtedly the mc.--:- creditable union ot the science of tho automobile engineer and the body builder. One of the Calthorpe" s 15-9 h.p. five-sealer, is a car of tho type that has been chosen by tho New Zealand Government to perform the arduous work in connexion with the construction of tho Lake Coleridge electrical works, in which sphere it has given unbounded satisfaction. Another very dignified looking car is the big 23 h.p. Ariel, fitted with the famous White aud Poppe engine, and all other refinements usually to bo found on a car of the first grade. In the same tent may be seen the latest 12 h.p. rotary valve Darracq, a car which has the added distinction of being the only French car designed by an Englishman. The Darracq has already nroved itself a most efficient and economical car to run under colonial conditions, and for the past ton years Darraeqs hare stood np admirably to the (severe conditions imposed by the strenuous work entailed by the Mount Cook motor service

. . .r^gf_i If Ruiiholdere Farmers." and Contractors wish to know how tT__V duce the cost of fencing by fX£? per cent., they must call and w iS > ideal Fence exhibited by Messrs BrS ' Show This Fence illustrates tlh/SS '■' the Samson Patent Droppers __H-?----land's Buliock brand Wire. • J j Walter J. Watson, D.8.0.A., S__L> : Optician, 62D Colombo rtritfWk--specially o<*ul:st prescription for ___*__-" prepared. Charges modorato A__: repairs to frames, and broken" h___' matched. **»■* Samson All-Steel Fencing IwX' save ,o per cen-.. of labour in ««-*__." Jences. .-_-_ Summer Show. ]£_!?* and Co., Ltd., Worcester _tiwfc?j Sale of Humber Motors. ml _ 3-speod, £75 new. Free ertgiWX* 10s new -;h.p.. fixed. £37 lfc\J£ a.h.p.. 3- S poed. £00. 3ih. P .r_-2-: Set. S ' :CkiillliS GaraS °* *-*SS" Dr. Van Slvk**. Specialist. Et.,-_J_. Ihroat, ami Nose, has remove, tot__' 8 Dominion Buildings, opposite _on___ B and llroadway'.. Telephone' ■

Samson All-Stool Droppers, _{*__& (■alranised \\ ire, reduce cost of F«s, ing _sj»er <vnt._ See idenl f eßCa . a tsr.se.e s exhibit, .urnmcr Show. j> j Shs'arers should not fail to injrLi 'i our Mivlw oi" T U.S. sheep shears, _S J hollow ground and double b__» ground, also special stones aud st-_nj| Lewis and Anderson, 112 G__s street \\ . i\ ll you want your electric light. _f_ j motor, bells, or telephones proMrfJ j and promptly attended to, ring jJ , Turnhull and Jones. Telephone-- _fl I and 3370,. i ■ Watch Your Cows Now:— __»• ! Berry's veterinary remedies alirays a i tho house. Berry's Red Drench fo. I cows before ar.d after calving _]_>-{ i the lever, and prevents in_amn»tio» ' Is Cd packet post free or from coentf" ' stores. Jno. Berry, Colombo street. 1 1

Included amongst our fine ranje <_ Krutu, binocular, and field glasses, \i aye a line of field aud opera which we aro rsellinj_ at a i_niark_-|j chrap rate. We also undertake toi_> repairs to any class of binoculars, field, or opera glosses, at tho shortest _ot£«r at John R. Procter's, ocular optieas.L ! 00 High street, Chri.tchtirch. $ Your Eyes—A new discovery f_g removing Cataracts, Films, Wbhj > peck v. etc.. without operationi. for particulars nnd testimonials, frt*.E. W. Hall. Herbalist. 117 AraittV street. City A\

It does not pay you to do your <rti j Customs work, and this fact is recsg- I nised by most importers, who find it saves timo, money, and worry, to est. "bloy J. M. Hey wood and Co., Ltcj., tflf *o_*St for them. Let them put through yoursj-iext shipment. It will pay yoa to do s-iv I Ladies T__ndbags for Carnival Week. Just arrived —latest styles from Lo don, including tho new "Stirrup" and "Envelope" bags. Hastie, Bull and Pickering, opposito Ballantyne's.- .'5.

Christmas is coming! li you h_r_ gilts for despatch to friends abroad,'" uottfy tho New Zealand Express €__;, pany* Ltd. They will call tor your pain" celsand forward thero by mail statE-p at cheapest rates in the surest "___"•_.' Telephone -06. • ■'-■$

TWO MEALS A DAY. '~%' : I

Tho merits of tho simple life w« tj_ , theme of aa address given to the,W> num's Liberal Association of Mew-Booth Wales by Dr Arthur, AI.L.A., reoa-r.: Dr Artnur said taat tne life were, to. a-largo extont, arttta'4"' and momentous cnanges could bo _ade' ia many respects, m most -cases Wtfc general advantage, 'lao ua-it-un otiJ* English race was that three | meals were a necessity, and thero fftjtf, some people who con_iderc_ that twjj*.. should be supplemented by aftorate tea a*i(" supper. The tiireo-mcaj cases was not a universal ono. ____iig»M* v Asia, audi'in-many parts o. people bad no more than two ■»_-«!_•* day. A certain amount ot food wa»»„' : quired to keep ,ono in h-alt"r*""» strength, and all over that was bo BUS*, rubbish. Many people dug their »*«!• with their 'teeth. OveMjating Vrm® caused more deaths than anything «*' Growing children required serves of energy, but most adults w_». keep in better health if they ate -«£ two meals a day, Ho advised th,mjg cut out breakfast, or. if.thoy W, breakfast, to cut out lunch. An anft-: a day, eaten between hearty tnwJSS*, and evening meals, would keep tha*ggs tor away. Two meah a day would nfWi a considerable saving m tune-«» money. - - •;>:

WHAT TO SEE AT THE EHOmf

Ono of tho most important efC™""!* the latter-day Metropolitan Sho*'*agriculturist and city dweller aWrtjS tho motor section*..' Aad T -f, tion the firm of Adams, Ltd., nam-, ways something well worth *f*?"wg something that sets the nace for/«• others and sets the fashion for tp Dominion. This year.%.,™JX- th-in"-lines of cars are the Silent. Kw Minerva, the Studebaker. Clement-Bayard. You will ob? t» aill on the Adams Stand, opposite m produce shed. The ■ Minerva isW world's best car, and its design jM£ equalled f.r beauty, luxury, andUM*; bi-ity- No motorist should miss ewjß the" magnificent 26-50 h.p.' ?P?2£*-' touring model—a car tnat «**» 55| on -£1000. The Minei-vas h««HJ C.A.V. electric lighting »**f^ v « 5 T the most up-to-date and rehat*-«JL The-Studebaker car,. '3o h.p. Wg, with its electric lighting and «wog* self-starting mechanism- will pay inspection. Tho 2o h.p. £*»■ two-seater and four-fivc-seater, a»«* attractive-looking cars of &**&% liability. Studebaker r-nces will, apprise you by their smallncss, anam Studebakers yojgtheir quality. The ® m *%£i yard cars also, those - ujjFrench marvels of neatness, and bed-rock economy ia appeal to you if you arc ! mechanical, efficiency, Tnumph *»• B.S.A. motorcycles, 'acknoTde-Bgg best motor-cycles ever ™« dfi the "Swift." tho worlds bp,-IS. bicycle, and tbe trusty . W its twenty-four years, of ho "™£g; tation. arc all to be seen ou **$*%■. For further details look wdgjgmotor section in to-4ay -" ™°* Adam.,. Ltd.. Motor and wJg norters. Kieb street and Twm «gj .Christchurch. and at tho M«WTJ Show, opposite tho produce shea. -^ Rir,k Tasw. Ud7 i" 3 Smith amnl-zamatedl Ta«■ «nj % inn oars always ready. A< Wr _*% f I3, 104 Tolonhones 3/8, 183.. I*"'' . j ward, manngor.