GENERAL NEWS.

Press, Volume LVII, Issue 17062, 5 February 1921, Page 8

GENERAL NEWS.

~v - The auction announcements of Jones, McCrostie Co., Ltd., Harris Bros., Mcj Kenzie and Co., Pyne, Gould, Guinness, 'Ltd., TV. E. Simes and Co., H. G. ; Livingstone and Co., National Mortgage arid Agency Company of N.Z"., Ltd., New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Co., Ltd., H. Matson and Co., Earman and Stevens, Ltd., Lawrie and 'Dalton, Dalgety and Co., Ltd., Canter-' bury Farmers' Co-op. Association, Ltd., H. B. Sorensen, Stronach, Morris, and Co., Ltd., George Anderson and Co., "Wright, Stephenson, and Co., Ltd., and ft. C. Smith -TV-ill be found on pages 14 yand 15 of this issue. It was reported to the Cbristchu*eh Technical College Board of Governors last night that a. returned soldier who, prior to going to the war was * tailor, had qualified as A commerciail accountant after attending the commercial classes f6r eighteen months. In the course of hia reserved judgment at Wellington yesterday, the Chief Justice (Sir Egbert Stout), abates a Press Association telegram, held that it was unreasonable for A landlord to Withhold his consent (purely on grounds of race) from a tenant who wished to assign her interests in leased premises to a Chinaman. A' message front Wellington states that the ballot for the election of officers for the New Zealand Waterside Workers' Federation resulted .as follow*: TVesi-dertt, lr.- Glover, 3889 y<xt«s; S- Fouriiief, 505; B. Pearce, 473; informal 65. Mr Glover wa» • elected. Secretary- <*• ~&°tys* 35 4 3 > %„^l d 1029, J. Thompson 302, informal 80. Mr Kolberts Wad elected. A meeting of the Board of Governors of Canterbury Agricultural College was held on Wednesday last. Present: Messrs H, A. Knight (chairman),. T. Blackley, R. W. Lochhead. B. Tripp, R. E\ Alexander (director), and the : Hon, 7>. Bttddo. The conditions of leases for Hakataramea reserves were approved, and tike upset rentals were fixed. The' sale of the leases will be held in Timaxn on Saturday, Match, 26th. The Canterbury Education Board decided yesterday to send a lettCT of congratulation to'the staff of the Geraldine School on aocoTint of the'splendid results obtained by scholars in the- recent Senior National Scholarship examinations.' Mr G, W, Afmitage, a member of the Board, pointed out that Geraldine had seemed one-seventh of the total Senior National Scholarships awarded in the Canterbury educational district, truly a splendid feat for the youngest of all the bigfe schools under th 6 Board. The supervisor of manual and technical instruction, Mr R, Grant, and his staff were complimented by the Canterbury Education Board yesterday.on the good work done throughout the year. In moving a complimentary resolution. Mr W. A. Banks said that the excellent© of the wotrk done in connexion with the manual and technical branch was largely on account of the supervisor, who had a. knack of getting the best out of his assistants. The resolution; which waa seconded by Mr T. Hughes, was carried unanimously. Reporting to last night's meeting of the Christchurch Technical College Board of Governors, the director, Dr. JD. E. Hansen, said, "The class for returned soldiers in boot repairing has recently been considerably diminished, 'as seven men left on Monday, mainly to enter into business on their own account. I have every confidence that they will prove successful if they show the same energy and interest in their business as they have done in the work of the class. The men before leavipg showed in a very tangible way their appreciation of the trouble that Mr Taylor, their instructor, has taken to promote their interests in every possible wav while they have been nnder his instruction." The evening and the day domestic science classes will resume at the Technical College on Monday, 14th inst. Courses of instruction in principles and practice covering one to five years will be provided as follows? Engineering (electrical, motor, and mechanical), cabinet-making, carpentry, and joinery; coach and motor body building; plumbing; typography; domestic science (cookery, needlework, dressmaking, laundry work, housewifery, and home science;; book-keeping and accountancy; shorthand" and typewriting; pharmacy; wool-classing, matriculation, P.S.E., and Standards V. and VI. All pupils who havo recently left primary or secondary schools are eligible jot free education. Free students will be enrolled during the hours 6.30 to 9.80 p.m. on February 10tb, and paying students on February 11th, The question of allowing motor-cars to bo driven through the Botanical Gardens was reported on at yesterday's meeting of the Domains Board by the ! chairman of inn Gardens Committee, Mr James Jamieson. The committee could not recommend that the Gardens be opened for motor traffic. Mr Jamieson said that the paths were not suitable for general motor traffic, though at prw-cnt nnv old colonist c/>uld he driven through the Gardens at a pace . not exceeding four miles per hour on permission having been obtained from ihe curator. The proposal of general motor traffic wns preposterous.

j With the exception of the Ophihi, j which was fishable, all the Canterbury trout streams were reported clear yosj terday morning. In each instance "the weather was fine. | The tinn.l plans for th*e new Boys' I High School building at Ricearton are \ in course of lieing prepared at present, : and it is expected that tenders for the ■work which has been authorised will be called about the end of the present i month. i No further developments are reported j in regard to the "Wellington dispute ot i tho boilermakers. connected with the ! patent slip, and all work is held up : The Ironmasters' Association held a j meeting, and it is understood that a | further effort will be made to induce ' the men to return to work in terms of \ the agreement. | A letter was received at yesterday's i meeting of the Christchuroh Domains ' Board from the director of the Brooklyn I Botanic Garden, New York, stating | that he was endeavouring to secure in- • formation concerning the organisation ' equipment and work of the botanic | gardens of the world, and enclosed a | list of questions in which particulars of i the gardens could be filled in. It was | decided to sen(| the information rej quired, together with photographs of j the Christchnroh Botanical,, Gardens. I "The Belfast Wild West Fete" and j incidental attractions for those whose tastes do not tend towards such strenuous athletic activities, will be held on the Belfast Doniain on Saturday, March 12th, An exciting feature is promised in a bullock riding competition, in addition to which several "outlaw" horses have been secured for tests in horsemanship Other attractions comprise ponv trots, Highland dancing, and horticultural and poultry shows. The proceeds are in aid of the Belfast War Memorial and the local sports club and domain. From as far away as Georgia, in the Caucasus, comes an illustration *of the intense desire of the German to foist himself on portions, at least, of the 15mpiro which has proved his undoing. The "illustration''' in question is contained) in a parcel packet, recently received by Mr H. Baillie, Chief Librarian, Wellington Public Library, and addressed j in bold and legible handwriting:—"To j the Public Library or University Bibli- | thek or Great War Museum, or Fine Art Association, Wellington, New Zealand." The sender is apparently an engineer, the accompanying letter is typewritten in German, and the enclosures consist of some very crudelyprinted War and loan posters, including a representation of the opening of the Georgia Parliament. The sender wants the sum of £2 10s for the lot. With a fine idea of the exchange rate, he asks that the amount bo sent to • him in English money. It is interesting, also', to note that tho wrappings consist of specimens of wallpaper afld linoleum; of English manufacture. As soon as you suspect either cough or cold, take a dose of "Stop-It." Tho tremendous demand for this remedy is ample proof of its efficiency. Wise people always keep a bottle of "Stop-It" in their know the virtue of both the medicine and prompt treatment. Obtainable at all chemists and stores, Is 9d, 3s, and 5s 6d. Loasby and Co., chemists (opp. Ballantyne's). 6 Johnston and Son, Rangiora, have a full range of Kodaks, films, and all photographic requisites at Christchurch prices. Orders per post will receive prompt attention. P.O. Box I. 'Phone 4. JSOOB-4619 Have you ever had a tongue like blotting paper, when you would give anything for a refreshing", quenching di'ink? If you kept iSharpe Bros.' super-cordial m the house you would always have such a drink at hand. You mix only a Jlittie with s&m<a water, And the result is a beverage that you will find to be absolutely delictus. You have the selection of Lemon, Orange, lime Juice, and Raspberry. Ask your grocer for it or order from Sharpe Bros., 276 1 Armagh street. 'Phone 1761. 58849-7898 Silk corsage sachets, perfumed with Chaminade, Myseterieuse, Romance, and June Rose, are in great favour amongst society women At Smith, Royal Exchange Buildings, has inst landed a shipment from Moray FVeres. 58897-233 The recent rains have made the grass so tender that it is more than ever essential to use a Keen cutting lawn mower. < Hastie, Bull, and Pickering, 113 Cashel street, are selling the best Canadian at from Bos. JK442-232 A motorist requires to keep his battery finely tempered up to the mark—it means better service and longer life for it. Step into our service station a few minutes every month, and let our experts look over your battery. Our charge is a trifling one, but it will I probably save you many pounds. ChristI church Battery Co., 86 Kilmore street (three doors east of Victoria street). ; C 2982-7419 Fruitgrowers are complaining that codlin moth is unusually troublesomethis season, fortunately, a large shipment of Bean spraying Outfits has just arrived in time to be of use in saving this season's crop. These high-grade Californian outfits we sell at prices and on terms bringing them within reach of every grower. Catalogues free on, Ap* plication to- Ivory's, Ltd., 21 Mandbesi ter street. 15382-7791 Akaroa, the fashionable health resort. The beauties of its harbour are unsuri passed in the Dominion; holidaying there is health renewing; bathing, boating, outdoor games. A 2953-9890 ' We pack, mark, route, and ship goods with care, securing for you the j best rates and. most careful handling at a moderate charge. J. M. Heywood and ix>„ Ltd. H 4943 For Washing bakers', painters', and all household clothing, use "No Rubj bing Laundry Help'' regularly. It is simply invaluable. The demand keeps Ins quite busy. Kincaid'e, Limited. H 5414-6797 Why ask your ploughman to tramp | ?£ hours a day in a turrow, when by ! fitting our improved riding gear twenty per cent, more work can be done. Sent out ready to put on any make of double or three-furrow ploughs. P. and J>. Duncan, Ltd., Tuam street, Christchurch. P.O. Box 124. 82292-7330 AN IDEAL. WEEK-END CAR I FOR £2OO. 1 For sportsman or family man—-we | offer a Monarch 5-seater 4-cylinder car. | It carries fall ioad equipment, and is i ready for service to-day. price reduced from £225 to £2OO. Adams, Ltd., garage 219 Tuam street. A STURDY ENGLISH CAR FOR £215. English cars are hard to beat for serviceable qualities. We oflVr a fourcylinder Humber, with wire wheels, fall rood equipment, for £215, reduced from ' £225. Suitable for farmer or business n/ftn. Adams, Ltd., garage, 219 Tuam street. SPLENDIDLY BUILT FRENCH CHASSIS FOR £l4O. This should appeal to country store- i keepers or others wanting a sturdily-' built chassis for delivery service. This ! Clement Bayard chassis, with an appro- i priate body, would pay for itself in six months. Adams, Ltd., garage, 219 Tr.om street. SUPERB "BIG SIX" STUDEBAKER FOR £650. This big sevsn-seater car can climb any hill and runs 20 mile? to the gallon. Energetic man could make £ls a wc.-k in "hire service. Nicely finished in silver grey with all extras. Reduced from £675. Adams, Ltd., garage, 219 Tuom streH. SERIES 18 STUDEBAKER FOR £350. This rplondid car, with finish as new. has magneto ignition, i-.1., and s.s. It cairies seven people comfortably. No car has a better reputation fo>- reliability and durability. Reduced from £375. Adams, Lt-d., gnragt-, 219 Tunm street, j