GENERAL NEWS

Press, Volume LIII, Issue 16038, 22 October 1917, Page 6

GENERAL NEWS

The Christmas Number of the "Weekly Press" will be published throughout the Dominion on Monday, the 29th inst. Some details of the annual will be found on pago 9 of this issue. The Union Steam Ship Company state that arrangements have been made for the immediate resumption of sailings from Australia. Nearly all the passenger steamers which wero engaged in the New Zealand service bofore the strike are at Australian ports. The firm of Blythe'B, Ltd., of Napier, has purchased the Napier branch business of Kirkcaldie and Stains, Ltd., of Wellington. It is stated the transaction represents something like £30,000. The Salvation Army held its annual altar service yesterday, at which members of the city ! branch of the Army gave their "self-denial" contributions. The service was conducted by Major Colledgo, and the handsome sum of £60 was given. A special memorial service, conducted by the Rev. J. E. Parsons, was held last evening in the Methodist Church. Lyttclton, in memory of Sirs Mary Anderson, who had been a resident of Lyttelton for 38 years, during which time she had been a constant

member of the congregation. To-day (Labour Day) the following alterations will bo made in the tramway time-tablea:—Holiday time-table will be in force on Cashmere Hills-St. Albans Park, Sumnei-Woolston, and BurwoodNorth Beach lines. The 20 minutes' service on the New Brighton line will be cancelled between 5.0 and 6.0 p.m., and cars will leave the Square at 5.12, 5.42, and 6.12 p.m., and leave New Brighton at 5.44, 6.14, and 6.44 p.m. The ordinary time-table' will be observed on all other lines. Oheap excursion tickets to and from the seaside will not be sold. ,

A Press Association message from Auckland states that Francis Walker, aged 62, lias been arrested there on a charge that at Korokonui, near TeAwamutu, in June, he incited Gilbert Walker to refuse to render service as a member of the Expeditionary Force. The arrested man is the father of the young man Gilbert Walker, who was arrested about a fortnight ago by constables, as an alleged military deserter under dramatic circumstances at Korokonui, when the young man was found to be in possession of firearms and ammunition, and his actions indicated a possible intention to stand off the police by a phow of firearms, j The father was remanded to appear at Te Awamutu on Friday next, bail being fixed at £100. At the gathering in Cathedral square on Saturday afternoon to commemorate Nelson's Day, Professor Blunt said that not everyone knew that a Christchurch man. had given an ancient Maori ■ tiki—reputed to have miraculous luck-bringing properties—to Cap, tain Halsev, of the H.M.S. New Zealand, on the condition that it was to be . worn by tho captain when ho took his ship into action. Another condition was that after the war the tiki was to be returned to Christchurch and deposited in the Museum. Steps were being taken to find out if the tiki had been worn at the battle cf Jutland, for certainly the New Zealand had been remarkably lucky m that big fight, receiving hardly a scratch. A very successful afternoon parade of Senior Cadets was hold on Saturday nftornoon. The parade was in charge of Lieut. It. A. Hawkins, and was attended by 1075 cadets. After preliminary drill in the King Edward Barracks the cadets, hoaded by tho bugle band, marched to Hagley Park, where thev were inspected bv Colonel Chaffey, District, Major Morrison, General Staff Officer, and Major Conway, Group Area Officer, also being present. Aftor the inspection > tho lads went through I various evolutions and squad drill, and extended order drill was given thom, while lectures on saluting and recognition of rank were given by platoon commanders. The cadets were thon marched back through the city to the barracks and their 6mart appearance was the subject of much comment.

At the gathering of the Workers' Educational Association in the Trades Hall on Saturday evening, Mr A. Dudley Dobson, Citv Surveyor, delivered an interesting address on "The Needs of a City, tlie address being illustrated with many excellent lantern slides. Mr Dobson touched on many phases of this very wide subject, mentioning briefly the main rules which natl to be followed in providing for water supply ; communications, "sewage and sanitary works, and street cleaning, and was just entering upon tho vexed question of milk supply when tho lateness of the hour rendered it necessary to call a halt. The Mayor was among those who wnre present, and at the conclusion of tho address a brief discussion followed and before dispersing a very heartv v ote of thanks was accorded to tho speaker.

Speaking at tho Workers' Educational Association on Saturday nieht on "the needs of a city," Mr A. D. I)obson quoted the excellent instructions given to a Roman general who was set tho task of establishing a i town in Asia Minor for the Emperor. The general had first of all to live ' threo years at tho place he had chosen i as the sito of his town, and he was particularly instructed on the following points: (1) it must be easily defended: (2) there must be a harbour natural if possible: (3) it must have ' a pure and plentiful water supplv <4) fuel must be easily procured- ,5) the prevailing winds must not 'blmv down the principal long streets. Tho general was further instructed to kill and examine samples of the various animals of the district to see that they did rot suffer from any disease transmittable to human beings, and he had also to examine the vegetation to see if it was harmful. Plans of the place were then to be sent to Rome, and Roman architects would design the whole eitv throughout, with due consideration to its present size and the probability of expansion "Such instructions," said Mr Dobl son, "might be quite applicable to-

Mr T. M. "VVilford. M.P., has advised tho Mayor of Christchurch that he will give a lecture on a war subject in Christchurch during Carnival Week, in aid of the funds of tho Lady Liverpool Committee.

As far as police eases were concerned, there was a clean sheet at the Magistrate's Court, on Saturday. The civil business was also over quickly, an order for 2s weekly being mado against tho debtor in tho judgment summons case of R. Bargrove v. 3>. O'Connor, debt £1 18s Gd. As an indication of what some piece-work men are earning at the flax industry at tho present timo, a business man has informed tho Mannwatu "Standard" that ho had scon the time-sheet of one workman, who received £21 for a fortnight's work. New Caledonia is very ricli in mineral deposits, stated Dr. Newman, M.P., in the Houso of Representatives on Friday, and he would like to see the island purchased by New Zealand after the war. (Hear, hear.) 'The matter is I not beinc; lost sight of," interjected tho Prime Minister. In Trontham Camp Orders it is announced that the following soldiers, j having been convicted by district courtmartial of disobeying lawful commands givon by their superior officers, havo been sentenced to two years' imprisonment, with hard labour: —51625 Private H. J. Levett, Trentham Details; 64705 Privato N. M. Bell, Trentham Details. The insistent cry about tho increasing high cost of living, and the difficulty people are having in paying their way owing to tho diminished purchasing power of the sovereign, is no doubt fu'ly warranted in some instaneos, hut it I would scorn that the people, while pro- i testing against the Government not taking action to control prices, are not prepared to make many sacrifices and deny themselves (says Saturday's "Otago Daily Times"). This statement is prompted by tho fact that at one fruit and vegetable mart yesterday a ' number of small cases of narsnips, each I case containing 30 vegetables, were 6old (wholesale) at 5s 9d por case, and the demand at this price was unsatisfied. This price works out at about 2jd a vegetable. Parsnips retailed on the : basis of this price must be' considered much more a luxury than a necessity. Members of tho Christchurch Domain Board and representatives of the Beautifying Association made an in-

spection of the Gardens and certain portions of the Domains on Saturday afternoon last. There were present: Messrs H. J. Beswick, J. London, W. H. Cooper, H. Holland, McGregor Wright, G. Harper, nnd C. D. Morris, of tho Domains Board, and Mr A. Kayo and Professor Chilton, of tho Beautifying Association, Mr W. P. Hilson, secretary of tho Domains Board, and Mr J. Young, curator of the Gardens, also being present, A visit was first paid to the piece of ground near the Carlton bridge, and it was decided to obtain an estimate of the cost of clearing and beautifying this, and also of a piece of ground near the Fendalton bridge. After a walk round the gardens, * tea was served in the kiosk—which it is proposed to have glassed in shortly—and the Mayor made highly complimentary remarks regarding the condition of the gardens and groilnds, which have never looked in better order. "I am not a superstitious man, neither is Admiral Halsey," said Sir Joseph Ward at tho Navy League demonstration at Wellington on .Friday njght, in telling the story of tho Maori mat presented to Captain Halpoy when on hie visit to New Zealand. Captain Halsey promised the Maoris that when H.M.S. New Zealand went into action he would wear the mat, and when tho cruiser was going into action against the Germans, at tho time that she put in the shot that Bank the Bluoher, the mon in the turret were surprised to see their commander coming tip with nothing on but the Maori mat. (Laugh* ter.) When Captain Halsey left the New Zealand he handed the'mat to his successor, Captain Greene, and he also wore it in tho battle of Jutland. ''Whether thore is anything in it or not," said Sir Joseph with a smile, "the fact remains that, though the New Zealand has been in the thick of things, she has only been hit once, and the sailors are all very grateful to the Maoris for their gift." A ratepayers' meeting in connexion with tho Heathcofco County was held in the Bromley (School op Saturday evening. Mr I'lavol occupiod tho chair, and was supported by Messrs Paton and Burton. The chairman outlined the position of affairs, and showed that although a number of partis of tho county had joined tho city, thus lowering the revenue, by strict economy the Council intended doing its best without raising the rates. Mr Burton explained the several loans, and congratulated tho on_ its splondia electric w hioh, in spite of much peesi-

niisni 111 som& quarters, bad proved £ huge success. Ho uttered a note ol warning to some householders who were illegally using current, and loped one and all would do their best to conserve power. Movers Brlcgs. Lnwrnnoe, Hates," Carter, and Gowie criticised the bouncirs notions, but showed that air together the ratepayers were satisfied n-ith its work, and a vote of thanks was passed to the members present for their explanations. Loasby gives advico and medicine for ill minor complaints. AduPts 3e 6d, jfeudren 2s. \ "Hire an Electric Suction Sweeper from Turnbull and Jones to do your spring cleaning twice as well and in lialf the time." ■ g Smart Model Millinery for Holiday and Race wear just opened at Armstrong's, Ltd., includes the latest English and French conceptions. Exclusive items prevail. Very attractive ETats are priced from one guinea each. i English mails for Christmas close ihortly. Have your portrait made by Steffano Webb at once. "Wo do the ;lass of work that please* everybody. Petersen's Buildings, High street W8234 "The Glory of the Garden."—Bradjury's Gold Medal Sweet Peas may still )e sown for slimmer flowering. One lundred and thirty varieties in 3d and : kl packets at Hastio, Bull, and Pickern S opposite q Pretty Trimmed Picture Hates for ;irls, just landed, i n all fashionaole colours and styles, 10s 6d; unequalled or good taste and low price, at Armstrong's. L'td. 2 Brisk demand continues for "Thinker" Writing Tablets and ' Thinker" Schcol Exercise Books. Parents should cnstorekeepers to stock "Think: r" irand for the nation's good. Messrs Sargocd, Son, and Ewrn. Ltd., wholesale agents for "Thinker" brand. 1 Sheep Shearing—Send your orders For supplies to Lewi's and Anderson's. T.U.S. Shears, Stones, Knives, Forks, Enamel Mugs, Billies, Sewing Twine', Needles. Stencil Plates, Branding .Ink.' ' Prompt delivery at lowest prices. Lewis | and Anderson Ltd., Cashel street. 6 |

Now Fino Felt and Tweed flats for gents' holiday wear. The largest stocks at tho lowest prices. Armstrong's, Ltd. 3

1913 THREE-HEATER "STUDEBAKER"—£32S. Now on view at garage—lßl6 model 3-seater "Studebaker," fall road equipment, elcctric light, electric self-starter. Only run 7000 miles. A bargain at £325. 6