GENERAL NEWS.

Press, Volume LIV, Issue 16361, 5 November 1918, Page 6

GENERAL NEWS.

The left wing of the 48rd Reinforcements htyvo arrived at a port of call, all well. The No. 2 Canterbury Military Service Board sits at Ashburton on. the 12th inst., and at Timarii oH the 13th and 14th. The Palmerston North Show, Navy Day in Christchurch, and the Wellington Racing Club's Spring Meeting occupy prominent space in the illustrated pages of the "Weekly Press" coming out to-day. The crowds on the Trentham racecourse, tho finishes of principal events and winning horses, make up a very attractive sporting pictorial section. The Palmerston North Show is treated in a good series of engravings, covering the grand parade of stock, champions in various classes, and snapshots about the grounds. Navy Day was conducted and carried out with enthusiasm, as is evidenced from the pictures secured during the appeal for assistance to the dependants' fund. From time to time much has been published of what the women of England are doing to relieve men for the front, and a page of engravings will illustrate the work on a farm belonging to an ex-Canterbury resident. There are several more portraits of New Zealanders who have received the Order of the British Empire, and the rest of the space is devoted to a number of war pictures that are more than ordinarily interesting. Amongst the events at a soldiers' regatta at Walton-on-Thames, organised by Captain J. S. Spencor-Daniell, N.Z. M.C. (writes the London correspondent of "The Press"), wag a double-sculling race for one-armed men. The winners were Privates French and Turhey, while Lance-Corporal Smedon and Private Cochrane were second. Tho double-sculling race for one-legged men was won by Lance-Corporal Wright and Private McLean, Private^ 1 Hastie and Smith being socond. "There is nothing to fear from the British Government in regard to the Pacific Islands," said Mr Massey on Saturday. "Nobody knows except a few men on the Versailles Council what form the Peace Conference will take, but a great deal depends on it. But I think what we aro interested in i 3 all right. I trust the Pacific Islands will not go back to Germany, but I want to make it perfectly clear that I will fight against dual control. It has been a failure the world over. Look at the New Hebrides." * , The following is an extract from a letter received by the New Zealand agent of a well-known London firm: — Tho effort of New Zealand has filled the whole of this country with intense admiration, and I am not saying too much, and I can assure you that among great enthusiasm for the colonial troops, and all tho great sacrifices that the outlying parts of the Empire have made, those of New Zealand havo been among the very highest, and tho popularity of tho New Zealand men is second to none; I might almost say is greater than any although it would be invidious to make distinctions where all are so admirable. Tho Ven. Archdeacon C. H. Gosset has lodged an appeal from the decision on the alleged breaches of ecclesiastical law, in respect of doctrine and ceremonial, laid by the Ven. Archdeacon Gosset against tho Rev. C. E. Perry, vicar of St. Michael's, Christchurch. His Lordship recently gave judgment in the case, and though it was directed that the practices which formed tho basis of some of the charges should be discontinued, his Lordship acquitted Mr Perry on most of the charges. The appeal is to be heard within six months of the date of his Lordship's judgment (October 3rd), and will be dealt with by a Court of Bishops, on which at least three Bishops must sit, I

The copper trail from Wellington to Auckland lias been completed. The sum in hand is in excess of the £93,720 required to cover the distance. At ..the conclusion of the meeting of the Nfcw Brighton Borough Council last evening, a number of residents who were present at the invitation of the Mayor discussed ways and mearis of celebrating the news of Germany's surrender, it being anticipated by several present that the news would be to hand very shortly, perhaps within the next few days. It was resolved to leave the arrangements entirely in the hands of the Mayor. The celebrations an? to include the lighting of a huge bonfire on the beach on the evening of the day. All present formed themselves into a committee to assist generally in the celebrations. Tho fact that the cost of paper has advanced over pre-war days from 300 to 400 per cent, is emphasised in the 'annual report of the Government printing and stationery department. It fctates that apart from the fact that smaller quantities are being sent out from the mills, it is difficult to get paper at all, owing to the shortage of shipping, and that even in connexion with _ American purchasers, it is not certain that orders will corn© to hand. In riew of those circumstances and tho possibility of the position becoming still more acute, heads of departments aro urged to keep a careful check on their printing and stationery orders. The difficulty experienced by the puolic in distinguishing between Maori and Niue Island soldiers is disturbing the peace of mind of some Maoris (says "Mercutio" in the Auckland "Herald"). A returned officer states that the two are almost invariably confused in Britain, but he is surprised to find that New Zealanders have not yet learned to distinguish them. The Maori has nothing against the Niue Islander, but pride of race makes him desirous of being recognised for what he is, much as the Scotsman objects to beingj classed as an Englishman, no matter how much he 10/es the people south of the Tweed. The.English newspapers give prominence to a daring exploit by an Australian pilot, who attacked and secured a direct hit on a moving train. The rear portion broke loose, and overturned down an embankment. Tho pilot brought to a standstill the front portion of the train, pouring in 300 rounds. He also shot down a German scout, and, although wounded,' k beat off seven Fokkers, one breaking to pieces in the air. When his ammunition was exhausted the pilot fired Verey lights. On tho way home he lost consciousness, owing to loss of blood, but recovered when a few yards from the ground over the British lines. He flattened out the machine by a tremendous effort, and landed safely. "Despite the board's -numerous announcements that reservists should apply as soon as possible after they have been classed fit for pervico, applications are still received after the soldier has embarked," states a recent report by tho Soldiers' Financial Assistance Board. "This delay is surrounded by grave dangers, particularly in the matter of life insurarice. At considerable trouble and expense the board iritroduced a system whereby it undertook to pay war risk premia within sevett days after the embarkation of the assured. provided payment § had been authorised and the insurance policy verified. The insurance companies have imposed very rigid conditions in the matter of payment'of war risk premia.V "I view with some alarm the stripping of the Bchoola of male teachers," said Mr J. W. Tibbs, headmaster of the Auckland Grammar. School, last week, when supporting an appeal for the retention of a master. Mr Tibbs was, of course, referring particularly to high school work. The speaker said he had noticed a great falling off in discipline since tho staff had been gradually depleted of its masters. Mr Tibbs add-, . od: —"I very much appreciate what the I lady tertchera have done, but I have observed in many cases thby cannot control the boys, particularly as regards the outside work, which is suffering." The chairman of the Board said the shortage of teachers was equally acute' m the primary schools. "However we hope it won't last long nbw," said Mr Burgess. "We cab see the end now." i . -That the kinema should bo used by I tlio State for - educational purposes was a* suggestion made by the Hon. J. B. Gow in the Legislative Council last ! week. "Here," he said, "we have an , institution which might be used for the I greatest good of the community." Despite tho censorship, he believed there was a pernicious influence connected with the exhibition of certain moving ! pictures. "There is a vulgarity and false view of life presented, which, in many cases, strikes at the foundations of our social system, and which must be most harmful to these young people Whom we find flocking in their thousands into these institutions," he addtd. "Why should it not be possible for a State really interested in the education of its citizens to take hold of this instrument arid show pictures of sufch a character that the cmld would be instructed as well as amused, and so that the influence brought to bear on these young lives would have an Uplifting Instead of a degrading tendency P" Loasby and Co., chemists, announce that business is now being conducted in their new and up-to-date pharmacy; cr. Cashel and Colombo atreets (opp. Ballantyne's.) 1 Carnival Week has arrived. Now is the time for fashionable footwear. Inspect our stock. Hundreds of pairs just arrived; the latest styles. Prices to suit everybody. Stewart Robinson, Cashel street west. 1 Think of your soldier now in camp; buy him a present—a suitable one that he will appreciate. Watson's Jewellers, Ltd., will iieJp you with suggestions. A fine stock of pipes, razors, wallets, money-belts, wristlet watches, etc., afforus ample Bcope for satisfactory choosing. Watson's, Jewellers, Ltd., Colombo street. Christchurch. 8 You can depend upon everything being done promptly and well if you only hand your shipping documents to J. M. Hey wood and Co., Lid, They are recognised as experts at this work. Telephones 250. 1241, and 2174. 6 For washing ladies' and gents' tennis clothing use "NO RUBBING" Laundry Help every time. You will look so chic and slick. N.Z. Farmers' Co-op. Association. 2 The brilliancy and beauty of the Diamond Kings showing in Cyril K. Whale's window in Cashel street commands the attention of all prospective purchasers. For tho quality in evidence the values are exceptional. 5 THE BIG? X. We have received a shipment of tho new Military Model 7-9 h.p. Excelsior motor-cycles, the Special points of which are: Cushion spring drive; special side-car frame; detachable centrabar over motor; cradle spring forksj Liberty magneto ignition; powerful safe brakeß; chain on right-hand Bide, for side-car service. Price £110, with lamp and horn. Adams, Ltd., High street. 6 \ FOR SALE —STTJDEBA-iEII ROADSTER, £316. Now on view at garage, three-seater Studebaker Roadster finished* in biscuit shade, condition first-class; full equipment, good tyres. Has had very careful usage. Price £315. Adams, Ltd., Garage, 219 Tuam street. 6 FOR SALE—REGAL ROADSTER, £210. Now on view at garage, 20 h.p. 2-3-seater Regal Roadster, finished in dark green, over-size tyres, Auster wind-screen. Car and full equipment in exceptionally good order; used only for town running. Price £210. Adams, Ltd., Garage, 219 Tuam street. 0