GENERAL NEWS.

Press, Volume LVIII, Issue 17402, 13 March 1922, Page 6

GENERAL NEWS.

In spite of the rain which fell in the early part of yesterday afternoon, there was a large attendance in the Botanic Gardens, when, a concert was given by. Derry's Band. A considerable sum'was taken at the gate. This will be used to augment the fund to erect a rotunda in memory of fallen bandsmen.

For the first time in his life Bishop Locke, of the American Methodist Church, witnessed a cricket match oni Saturday, when he was an interacted spectator at Lancaster Park. Boseball, of course, supplants cricket in America. Bishop Locke afterwards commented that ne was very agreeably impressed with cricket, whidh he thought a mosti interesting and highly scientific game. Mr E. C. Dann, of Johnsonville, Wellington, hae written to the Mayor suggesting that some' action should be taken to prohibit the nol'ution of the rivers .Avon and HeatTicote y by trade operations. "As an object lesson of the results of tannery drainage," adds the writer, "I would ask you to take r out some pipis from the sand near the - Shag Rock and you will find them of a deep orange colour. Go round on to the open New Brighton beach and take some from there and you will find them nearly transparent."

An interesting lecture on Abraham Lincoln was given by Bishop C. E. Locke, of the Methodist Episcopal Church of America, in the Durham street Methodist Churoh on Saturday night. Mr Justice Adams presided over a large attendance. The speakerreviewed Lincoln's life from his humble birth to his assassination, and said that he was at once the miracle and mystery of America. The lecturer analysed his character and said that he was a man of great sympathy and of intellectual attainments. He also described a visit to Lincoln's Tomb in Springfield, Illinois, which is visited by 80,000 visitors each year.

A Jeputsftion from the Canterbury Industrial Association, consisting of Messrs W. J. Jenkin (president), H. Holland (vice-president), and D. Hoare (secretary),, waited on the Hon. E. P. Lee, Minister of Industries, and the Hon. Sir R. Heaton Rhodes, Minister of Defence, on Saturday, with a request for permission to use King Edward Barracks for the proposed Industrial Exhibition in November. It was stated that the Barracks was the only suitable building in Christchurch. Mr Lee supported the deputation's contention that the grant would be justified in view of the importance of local industries. Sir Heaton Rhodes stated that he saw several difficulties in the way of handing over the Barracks for three or four weeks. He would consult his officers as to what could be done, and give the deputation a reply as soon as possible. Criticism of the charges mad-a at Rotorua oom.es from a recent visitor (Mr C. A. Humphries, general manager of the Australian Provincial Assurance Association), who was interviewed by an Auckland "Herald" representative. "The Government ought to popularise the place by reducing the charges instead of raising them," he remarked. "The charge of one and threepence for • a plunge bath is far too high. Of course, that kind of thing is all right so far- as the tourist is concerned; we know we are 'fair game' all the world over, but it makes tilings too expensive for our own. people, the married man with a wife and a couple of boys and girls, for instance, who gladly maks the trip if it were within his means. One thing I am convinced of—the great possibilities of Helensville as a health resort have not yet been fully recognised. If the place were properly developed, it would soon rival Rotorua. and being so easily accessible should attract a far greater number of visitors than it does at present." It is recorded that one day last week there were 400 applicants for the right to rent a five-roomed house which was advertised to be let in Wellington (says the "Post';). It is clear, therefore, that the housing shortage continues. ;Some attempt to overcome tho shortage has been made in the, direction of converting existing buildings into flats. A start has now been made at Oriental Bay with the construction of a new type of building, which will probably become more common as the city grows. As the ground space is limited, the present scheme is not a big one. Four houses will be built one above the other, and each will be entered from an inside stair common t-o all. -The structure will be reinforced concrete; and will have garages on the ground floor. Eacn flat will contain a large drawing-room, overlooking the harbour, with folding doors into a small dining-room, the rombined length being over thirty feet. A large sleeping balcony, also overlooking the harbour, two bedrooms, kitchen, and bathroom will, with wardrobes, cupboards, and all conveniences, complete in each case what ought to tie a comfortable home. A feature will be the absence of chimneyi and coal fires. Cooking; heating, and lighting will he provided for by up-to-date, wellregulated sas fires and electricity.

The National Conned of the Victuallers will meet at . earlv this week. Due principal busuiess will be in respect to tho general election and lioeosin,* questions.

A petition bearing 200 signatures from residents in the vicinity of. tfte railwav sheds at Lin wood was sent the ,-Mavor on Saturday, asking tor relief from the present smoke and coal dust nuisances arising from the operations at the sheds and coal-dumps-Tho Mavor has forwarded the petition on to the Minister of xtailways. At a meeting of the West Coast police members of the Public ,® erv * Association, held at Greymoutli, t following resolution was unammousy carried: "That this raeetwg of the West Coast members of the police branch of the Public Service Association' knows of no cause, and no good reasons have been shown them, why they should sever their connexion witli the Association."

"Some ladies have an idea that beekeeping is a nice fancy occupation m which thev can put on .a white apron and co and piny with +heir pets," remarked Mr E. G. Ward m the course of his paper read at Saturday's field day of the Canterbury Branch of the Rational Beekeepers' Association. It is, perhaps, somewhat poetic to call bees pets'—you want to p p t them in a very good humour to pet them. So far as Taranaki is concerned the dav of the uncertificated teacher seems to'he over. The chairman of the Education Board of that district stated at the last meeting that, while a number of uncertificated teachers had been pressed into the service of the Board, the supply of oualified teachers was now sufficient to fill the .vacancies. He thought it should be made known that there was no possibility of unqufllifie teachers being employed in the future. The Hokitika Borough Council received a request from the Westland Chamber of Commerce asking the Council to establish an accommodation bureau, and that lioensed victuallers be to provide as much accommodation as possible in time for the opening of the Otira Tunnel. Cr. McGregor said the best way to get better accommodation was to assist the licensed victuallers to get their hours extended. The Council agreed to comply with the Chamber's request.

Thp. North Island should benefit greatly if the suggestion is adopted that the money collected by means of the motor-tyre tax should he spent on the roads of the two islands in the proportion indicated by the amount or tvre imports absorbed by each island (says the Auckland "Herald")ures submitted to the meeting of the Auckland Automobile Association last week showed that of the tyres imported last year 68 per cent, came to the North Island. Of the passenger cars imported, 67 per cent, were for the North Island, and the motor-trucks 87 per cent. " The total value of the tyres imported in 1919 was £860.048; in 1920, £1,803,959; and in 1921, £714,283.

A .neglected cough or cold at this time of the year is liable to continue all the winter. Don't allow the present warm weather to cause neglect, but take "Stop-It," the successful remedy, right away. "Stop-It'' is sold by sill chemists and stores, Is 9d and 8s a bottle. Loasby and Co., chemists (opp. Ballantyne's). 6 It is, as <i rule, a constant worry to motjhicrs to know how to economise in tlie cost of Boys' Clothing. The New Zealand Clothing Factory can solve this problem. During next week they are. I offering a special lino of all-wool ColoI nial Tweed Snorts Suits for 37s 6d. These are well-made suits, and this Arm guarantees them to give satisfaction. See the New Zealand Clothing Factory windows. 5 Can farmers afford to pay to-day's prices for ininlements? Yes, because Ivorys. Ltd., nave the lowest price-list •in New Zealand on high-grade British and American Implements. Ivorys. Ltd., 21 Manchester street. —6 One of the greatest bargain-giving events in the history of T. Armstrong and Co. is now in full swing, when Gill and Co.'s huge stocks (from their three shops) are being offered at temptingly low prices. Every department u well represented with Dargains, and if you desire one pound to have the purchasing power of twoj visit this great Sale to-day and have it proved to your entire satisfaction. 5

Pilkfngton's motors run twice daily between Christchurch and Akarna. 6 "Pyrex'' Ovenglass Ware is keenly appreciated by those who have used it. Food Flavours are preserved and cooking perfected. Delightfully clean, dainty and durable. Full supply of Casseroles, etc., at Hastie, Bull and Pickering's, Gashel street —6

Implements at cost price I To qiiit large stocks of implements and raw material we have again reduced prices. Before purchasing elsewhere be sure you get pur No. 36 March Ist, 1922, price list. P. and D. Duncan, Ltd , Tuam street, P.O. Box 124, Christchurch. / —5

No pain or inconvenience w(hen your Trass is fitted by E, Cameron Smith, Chemist, Royhl Exchange Buildings, IX3 Worcester street. He is tho recognised expert. .5

A secret of good housekeeping 13 in having a packet of "No-Rubbing" Laundry Help always handy—ready for the day. Als packet does 7 washings perfectly. 11 BIG RfcDUtTION IN PRICES OF FISK TIRES. New supplies just received ex s.s. City of Canton. Highest quality tires at lowest prices. Size: Fabric Non Skid, 710 x 90, old prices £5 18s 2d; reduced new prices £5 10s. 760 x 90, old prices £6 5s 2d; reduced new prices £6 2s 6d. 765 x 105, old prices £9 6s 9d; reduced new prices £7 14s 6d. 816 x 105, old prices £9 lis 6d; reduced new prices £8 10s. 875 x 105, old prices £lO 12s 3d; reduced new prices £8 15s. 815 x 120, old prices £l2 Is lid; reduced new prices £ll. 820 x 120, old prices £l2 3s sd; reduced new prices £ll ss. 980 x 120, pld prices £l3 Is; reduced new prices £11: 10s. 920 x 120, old prices £l3 12s 8d; reduced new prices £ll 15s. 895 x 185, old prices £l6 10s; reduced new prices £l3 10s. 935 x 135, old prices £l7 19s; reduced new prices £l4. 30 x 31, old prices £5 16s 8d; reduced new prices £5 15s. 32 x 3- 3 , old prices 67 2s 6d; reduced new prices £6 17:3 6d. 32 x 4, old prices £9 9s 6d; reduced new prices £8 Bs. 93 x 4. old prices £lO 9s 9d; reduced new prices £8 10s. ,34 x t, old prices £lO 13s; reduced new prioes £9 10s. Cord Non Skids.-32 x 4, old prices £l6 18s 3d: reduced new prices £l2 10s. 35 x 4. old prices £l7 9s; reduced new prices £l3 10s. 33 x 4*. o'cl pnces £lB lis 3d; reduced new prices £l6 10s. Order your tires to-day by telephone No. 206 l Garage, or No. 1104 Showrooms. ... . , Reduced nevr prices are subject to a rtherS Kg'HM™>. New Zealand Fisk Tires. Motor Car and Motor showrooms- 152-154 Hit 11 stree ,> Christchurch. Garage, 219 Tuam street. 6