GENERAL NEWS.

Press, Volume LVII, Issue 17319, 3 December 1921, Page 8

GENERAL NEWS.

The auction announcements of Craddock's Agency Coy-, Ltd., H. Matson and Co., Pyne, Gould. Guinness, Ltd., 11. C. Smith, P. S. Xicholle and Co., Tonk.s, Norton, and Co., Ltd., H. B. Sorensen, Farmers' Saleyards, and Lawrie and Dalton will be found on page 17 of this isoiie.

In reply to the latest representations from tiie City Council relative to the construction of a subway below the railway line at Ofawa, the Acting-iMinister of Railways states that the representations have been carefully noted. A public demonstration in favour of the League of Nations and of internationalism general'y, is being arranged for Monday week, by the Council of Christian Congregations. The council has secured the patronage of the city councillors, of the Board of Governors of Canterbury College, and of the Returned Soldiers' Association. They have also secured as the crator for uie occasion. Professor Henderson Pringle, of the Otago University. At tho fortnightly meeting of the Canterbury Repatriation B°ard there was present Messrs A. F. .Drayton (in the chair), H. S. J. Goodman, F. W. Hobbs, Wni. Goss, and W. E. Leadley. Applications were received and i dealt with as follows:—Furniture: J Applications received 21, approved 12, declined 8, held over 1. Trades, Tools, j and Equipment: Applications received 7, approved 4, declined 3. Educational and Vocational: Received and approved 2. Three recent cases heard in the Sydney Courts have cost £15,000 (writes a correspondent). The Perrott divorce suit, in which the wife of a wealthy squatter sued for divorce on grounds of cruelty, occupied seventeen, days, and was lostj but not before it cost £SOOO. The costs in the Clements will suit, which took up 24 days of Mr Justice Harvey's time, were in the region of £SOQO, and the Sister Liguori case, heard during ni«e days, cost about the same amount. Thus in the three biggest cases heard here in the year tho costs were £15,000. ✓

A strong protest was made at the meeting of the Kaikoura County Council yesterday regarding the Lyttelton Harbour Boarl levying Is 6d per ton on cargo to Kaikoura. Letters were to bo sent to the Chamber of Commerce, the Harbour Board and Canterbury Progress League, protesting against th e levy. It was said that the charge would drive Kaikoura trade from Lyttelton and Christchurch to Wellington. The people of Kaikoura would not tolerate the levy, more especially so because overseas cargoes, for ■which harbour improvements were chiefly made, were not so charged. The levy is beinp charged under the Harbour Improvement Act.

Drivers of motor-oars and other, vehicles proceeding along Colombo street last night towards Cathedral square, and from the Square northwards, found their, passage blocked by policemen, one being stationed at eadh. end. Although notification of the Council's intention to close tho thoroughfare to such traffic had been given iii the 'newspapers, most drivers were surprised when they were obliged to make a diversion in consequence or the innovation, as also were a large number of cyclists, who were compelled to dismount and walk across the intersection. While a few motor vehicles, which had come from other directions, were- to be seen in the Square, the scene in front of the tramway shelter was noticeablv different from what it usually is on Friday nights, pedestrians and intending tram passengers being given more room in which to move, and not having to avoid so much . traffic. The restrictions extended from 7 p.m. till 9.15 p.m., and will be imposed every Friday until otherwise notified. The surprise of drivers of' vehicles at thei restrictions was witnessed by a large crowd of bystanders, ,wlho quite enjoyed the situation.

"The Minister of Education has spoken for some time past regarding a revision of our national system of education: and there i 3 one anomaly which should receive early attention," said Mr C. H. Opie, chairman of the Board of Governors of the Technical College in his report to that -body last night. "I refer particularly to the fact that children who have not passed Standard Vl.i are not entitled under the present regulations to be admitted to a Technical High School, even if they have reached an age above what is desirable for primary school attendance. It occurs, therefore, that a boy or jnrl who has become too old to continue a primary school course, must either abandon his or her further education during the day, or else attend a High School for which he or she may not be naturally fitted. This means that those who are slow in developing are penalised seriously in regard to their general education." Mr E. H. Andrews said that it often happened that children who showed lack of ability in their early school days proved themselves above the average later on. The authorities should be very strongly urged not to discourage any pupils who were desirous of going on with their education. The whole matter was referred to the Appointments Committee. Mr H. B. Sorensen, chairman of the North Canterbury Hospital Board, collapsed suddenly in the library at the City Council Chambers yesterday afternoon when attending a meeting of the Domains Board, ana he was removed from the room in an unconscious condition. Mr Sorensen was one of a deputation from the Hospital Board which waited upon the Domains Board to endeavour to come to some agreement whereby a portion of the Domains Board's reserve could be transferred to the Hospital Board to allow additions, to be made to the hospital buildings. Mr Sorensen made a very earnest appeal on behalf of the object, and the next speaker, Dr. P. C. Fenwick had just commenced his speech when the former collapsed. He was removed to the landing, where he was attended by Dr. Fenwick and Mrs Herbert, another member of the deputation, and he remained in an unconscious condition for some minutes. The meeting of the Domains Board was summarily adjourned. Mr Sorensen was subsequently conveyed to his home by ambulance in a semiconscious condition. He recovered consciousness latpr nnd his condition was much improved last night, but it wiil be necessary for him to rest for a few (favs-

The architects for the new municipal buildings in Manchester street, have Town Clerk that they will have the plans and specifications prepared with all possible expedition. Although the Municipal Buildings Loan of £50.000 at 6\ per cent, has been filled to the extent required by the City Council, in the meantime loan monevs for other purposes are still required by the Council at the same rate of interest. The remains of the late Mr J. H. W r . Uru. Southern Maori member, were conveyed to the Tuahiwi Pa, Kaiapoi, vesterday. A large number of Maoris have arrived for the tangi, including the Hons. Dr. Pomare, A. T. Ngata, and Topi Pafcuki. It is expected that the tangi will continue until Tuesday. The funeral is to leave the Tuahiwi Hall at 2 p.m. to-morrow for the Tuahiwi Cemetery. Tho "Church News" for December sa vs:—We understand that 0113 clergyman of this diocese has written to the Registrar-General reiu.-ing to outer the certificate of divorce in his Church Marriage Register: we understand, a'so, thai no action has been taken beyond a request to send hick the voucher to Wellington to be filed, this law is to Ho a dead letter. The Bishop of Nelson stated at tf.e refresher course that he would rather go to gaol than make the entry. In his lectures on "Colonisation and the Church," Professor Right told thu refresher course that in the very earliest clays of Christehureh things were so bad that even bread wn.s very hard to come, by (says the ''Church News"). And he' alleged that two professional men, now very mucin honoured among ms, were in the habit of going round from doer to door, and w'mlc one of them engaged the lady of the house in. conversation, tho other would go round to the hack and help him.self to a slicei or two of bread from tSie larder. A discussion took place at yesterday's meeting of the North Canterbury Ci'cinpioyineut Committee regarding a report which appeared in the newspapers ear.'y in the week, to- the effect tmlt the position regarding unemployment was improving. Mr W. J. Jenkin said that such a report was wrong, and tended to do harm, as people got the idea from it that there was no need on their part for further assistance. Mr E. Marshall, of the Repatriation Department, said that no report had been supplied by his office. Mr T. G. Fielder," of the Labour Department, said that one of the Department's officers had given the information that on tho day in question there had been 35 men looking for work; usually the number was from 50 to 70. After considerable discussion it was left to the chairman to interview the editors of the papers concerned, with a request, that in dealing with the position in future they should get a report from the Repatriation Office, as well as from the Labour Bureau.

A lady's Christmas Present? WHiat better can you select than some choice Perfumery or high-grade Toilet Brushware ? And the finest selection of these is at Loasby and Co., chemists, opposite Ballantyne s. Loasby and Co. carry one of the largest selections of Perfumes, Powders, etc., in the Dominion. 6

The ideal feminine Christmas gift is undoubtedly to be obtained from E. Cameron Smith, 96 Worcester street — perfumes, powders, bath salts, beaver puffs, manicure' sets, etc. 5 Travellers' samples, comprising silverplated ware, copper, bronze, and brassware in Jardinieres, Fruit Stands, Sweet Dishes, Vases, Fern Dishes. Pedestals, etc., etc. These samples must be sold, so we throw open to the publio an exceptional opportunity to buy their Christmas presents from a direct manufacturer's representative, for a few days only, at Room C, Lamb's Sample Rooms, Manchester street. 6 As Christmas approaches the shops are taking on a festive air. Some verv beautiful goods are being opened up by Messrs Hastie, Bull and Pickering at prices no less attractive. Their selection of gift goods this season promises to be better than ever. —6 The opportunity to purchase summer clothing at sample sale prices -will soon be over. The N.Z. Clothing Factory Sample Sale will not last much longer. The values given at this sale have been remarkable and in many instances the goods are cheaper than in pre-war days. Don't forget to benefit by these reductions. Now is the time to buy your Christmas presents and save money. Don't miss N.Z. Clothing Factory Sample Sale. —7 Further reductions in agricultural implements. In machinery the best is always the cheapest in the end. 6ft Standard Grass Stripper £35, No. 2 Wool Presses £25. These machines are both the cheapest and the best. P. and D. Duncan, ■ Ltd., Tuam street, Christehureh, Box 124. 9 We pack, mark, route, and ship goods with cafe, securing tor you the best rates and most careful handling at a moderate charge. J. M. Heywood and v,0.. Ltd. H 4943 Johnston'l North Canterbury Motor Co. Ltd., Central Garage, llangiora. Complete plant and capable staff for moto. - repairs. Phon e 87. A. Priestney, Manager. —5 Furniture Removals —Our big Leyland Motor Pantechnicon is now on the road. A whole houseful of Furniture can be removed in one journev. We are booking orders for country removals. Quick despatch and low charges guaranteed. Apply A. J. White, Ltd., High street. 5 Johnston Mowers are light in draught and sturdy in construction. Prices from £26 10s. We specialise in Mowers, Sidedeliveries, ana all Haymaking Implements. Ivorys, Ltd., 21 Manchester street. 8911-4 New Zealand housewives continue staunch supporters of "NO-RUBBING" Laundry Help, because it so wonderfully' lightens their work on washing days. 2 ADAMS, LTD.'S GREAT SALE OF USED MOTOR-OARS. LUXURIOUSLY EQUIPPED CHEVROLET ROADSTER—£26S. This nicely-finished Chevrolet car is equipped with electrio lights and selfstarter, full 3-seater colonial built body, upholstered in brown leather with plated fittings on vallances. Tyres are in good order, and there are side windscreens. The finish is cream, and the price, to ensure a quick sale, is £265. SMART CALTHORPE ROADSTER—£27S. This stylish English roadster is finished in buft. Equipment includes electric lights and set of Sankey detachable wneels. Tyres are in good order. Offered at £275. MODERN STUDEBAKER TOURING CAR—£2SO. A fine 4-eylinder Studebaker, finished in French grey, with electric lights and self-starter. Has had careful usage by farmer-owner; o-7-seater body, 5 detachable rims and tyres. Splendid >alue at £250. LIGHT STUDEBAKER TOURING CAR— £225. Nicely finished in carmine, with electric lights and self-starter, this light model 5-seater Studeoaker is wonderfully cheap at £225. £350 FOR EITHER—STUDEBAKER OR S.K. MINERVA. We are offering two fine cars at £350 each—a 6-cylinder Studebaker, 5-7-seater, with electric lights and selfstarter, finished cream, and a beautiful Silent Knight Minerva, 5-seater, finished in white, with polished brass Gttings. Equipment includes electric lights. Adams, Ltd.: Showrooms, 152-154 High street; Garage, 21'J Tuain street. 6