GENERAL NEWS.

Press, Volume LIII, Issue 16053, 8 November 1917, Page 6

GENERAL NEWS.

Philanthropic agencies in Dunedin state that much distress of an acute rature exists in and about that city at present. Yesterday's river report was as follows : —Waimakariri south, clear; Waimakariri north, clear; Rakaia, clear; Rangitata, dirty; Waitaki, lisliable; Opihi, clcar. At the Dunedin Supreme Court yesterday, Andrew Townley, stock doaler, was sentenced to tlireo months' imprisonment on a charge of neglecting to keep proper books of accounts. "Around the World in a Hospital Ship" is tho title of a lccturo to be given by tho Rev. W. Ready, Chaplain to the Forces, in Wesley Hall, Fitzgerald avenue, this evening. A collection will be taken for the Soldiers' Camp Institute's Fund.

During October tho total number of volumes issued from the circulating department of tho Public Library was 10,92<3. as compared with 8311 during October, 1916. In the reference library 18o7_ works were consulted an increase of 270 over tho total issued for October last year. In the juvenile library 243S books were issued. In the circulating library 80 new books were added, in the juvenile 25, and in the referonco library 40.

A welcome home was accorded Privates J. Dickie and R. Blakeley in the Kaiapoi Drill Hall last evening, when the Mayor, Mr J. H. Blackwell, presided over a large attendance. Mr L. B. Evans extended a hearty welcome to the returned soldiers, and Chaplain Ready gave an entertaining address on the life of a soldier in a hospital ship. During the evening, musical items were contributed by Misses Jull, D. Braisher, E. Dunn, H. Ellen, D. Howarth, and E. Thorne, Mesdames Martin and McLaughlan, and Messrs G. Miller, E. Martin, H. Baker, L. B. Evans, G. Hirst, and J. 11. Blackwell. The evening concluded with an enjoyable dance.

Some strange rumours regarding New Zealand, especially in relation to the operation of the military service law, reach the Australian States occasionally. To ascertain how far these rumours are correct is the desire of tho Hon. John Adamson, a Queensland politician who is at present on a visit to New Zealand. In Queensland there have been reports of riots in the Dominion owing to the enforcement of conscription, and also of a big railway strike, and Australia is naturally much interested in such news. Mr Adamson was formerly a member of the Queensland Labour Government, but he separated from his colleagues to join Mr Hughes in advocating the adoption of conscription. "What do you think Australia will do now?" he was asked by a Wellington "Post" reported. "As a public man," replied Mr Adamson, "I prefer not to express an opinion while the subject is under . consideration by Cabinet."

The introduction of chamois to New Zealand was primarily due to Admirai Rittcr van Hoehnel, of the Austrian Navy. They were tile gift of tho late Emperor of Austria, who warmly approved tlie Admiral's suggestion. Tho animals arrived in Wellington in IDO7, and were liberated in the Southern Alps shortly afterwards. Here tliey appear to have done well. Chief Guide P. Graham, writing to the general manger of the Tourist and Health Resorts (Mr B. M. Wilson) as recently as October 28th, said: "I have pleasure in reporting that wdion tho guiding staff were working on the Ball hut track Guide Lippe saw eighteen of the. chamois on the track near tho Blue Lake stream. He had quite n near view of them, and all appeared to 1.0 in splendid condition. When at the Ball hut a few days ago I also saw quitj a number of fresh footprints round and near the Ball hut. Tho marks were quite fresh, and they had apparently been there that morning.'" If sleepless, nervous, tired and woary, come and "ask Loasby about it." 2 Tho retail grocers of Christchurch will bo open on Thursday until 9 p.m.; close all day on Friday, and keep open until 6 o'clock on Saturday. G Tho latest dosigns in collapsible baby carriages, facing mother style, grey, tan, or black colours, 55s to £7 ss; push chairs, 50s. Choose yours first. Drayton and Co., Colombo street (North). t 6 For the Show—Shipment of ladies' and children's white shoes, all prices. Sale to-day. Stewart Robinson, Cashel street. G We will send a competent operator to photograph you in your homo surroundings. See our booklets of home photographs. Steffano Webb, Peterson's Buildings, High street. Telephone 1989. 2 No on-» likes moving, but the work can be mad© much lighter if competent men are employed. J. M. Heywood and Co., Ltd., have them and three up-to-date pantechnicons. Telephones 250, 1241 and 2174. 6 Exceptional bargains in boots and shoes for everyone. Fit out the family or yourself to-day with a pair of our boots or shoes. Salo prices for every pair. Stewart Robinson, Cashel street. 6 Commercial travellers are taking kindly to "Golden Rule" Scap. So also are thrifty housewives —consequently its success is assured. T. H. Green and Co., Ltd. 5 THE RELIABLE STUDEBAKER AT THE SHOW. Messrs Adams, Ltd., Now Zealand importers of the Reliablo Studebaker Car, arc this year located opposite the Grand Stand, in the Implement Section, whore they are making the finest displaj- of Studebaker Cars ever shown in New Zealand. Special attention is "irected to a team of four roadster cars (Series 18) of the new modol. All hav© the new beautifully-moulded body. Ailother acceptable feature is the new adjustable seat, which ensures comfort for the driver. There are three fourcylinder roadsters, finished respectively in the new shades of palo cream, automobile drab, and tussore. One of these car? is specially fitted with a neat folding dicky seat, accommodating two extra passengers. A magnificent sixcylinder three-seater is finished in silvergrey. There is also a team of threo touring Studebakers (Series 18). A special feature of these cars is the provision of ample space in the rear part of tho car, facilitating the carriage of stores by the farmer. Tho new cape hcods, with Blaclcmore side-curtains, opening with the doors, aro also worthy of note. Two four-cylinder cars aro finished in Belgian grey and dove-grey respectively, and a superb six-cylinder car is finished in the new and beautiful shado of silver-grey. The outstanding mechanical features of these new Series 18 cars are strength and lightness of construction, absolutely reliable motor and electrical equipment, and magneto ignition. The necessity for garage repairs has been eliminated, as any stude-

baker owner will testify. Completing the Studebaker display are two commercial vehicles, a Studebaker passenger brake, finished in platinum-grey, with a capacity of ten passengers, and a smart-looking delivery van, finished in Portland amber. The finish of all these cars, equal to tho best that England can produce, is especially not<» worthy. 6 B.S.A. MOTOR-CYCLES AT THE SHOW. Messrs Adams, Ltd., also make a splendid display of tho popular "8.5.A." motor-cycles. Prominent on the stand are the two "8.5.A." racing machines, which between them hold all the single-cylinder records for the New Brighton Beach course. Two military model, chain-driven B.S.A.'s. equipped with the latest Lucas electric lighting sets, mark the limit of motor-cycling comfort and reliability, while a chaindriven and a choin-and-bolt-driven 8.5.A.. each attached to an up-to-date and stylish side-chair, serve as a reminder that the B.S.A. holds the sidecar championship of this Island. A pail- of the well-known "Triumph Junior" motor-cycles, .1 bio; 12 h.p. American "Militaire" motor-cycle, a "Cyclemotor," latest auxiliary engine for attachment to the. bicycle, and a couple of coach-built No tide-cars complete a very attractive display. 6 "SWIFT" AND "STAR" CYCLES AT THE SHOW. "Swift" and "Star" Cycles have stood tho test of time, and remain tho most serviceable and most widely-used bicycles in this l>ominion. Messrs Adams, Ltd., havo on exhibition full ranges of all models, men's and ladies', fully equipped with free-wheel, brakes, mudguards, and all necessary accessories. The inclusive prices for all models are:—"Swifts," £13 10s; "Stars," £9 10s. The juvenile "Star," a miniature of the adult models, for girls and boys, at £7 10s, is also a noticeable feature of this exhibit. G