GENERAL NEWS.

Press, Volume LVIII, Issue 17645, 23 December 1922, Page 12

GENERAL NEWS.

"The Press" will not be published on Christmas Day or on New Year's Day. The auction announcements of Craddock's Agency Co., Ltd., W. E. Slm'Xj and Co., Harris Bros., Tonks, Norton and Ltd., P. S. Nicholls and Co., and H. B-Sorensen will be found on page 19 of this issue. A Wellington Ptess. Association telegram states that the proposal to raise revenue By means of the post marks of letters has been given the "coup de grace." Cabinet has agreed to the Postmaster-General's recommendation that the project should be abandoned. "We are ;ill wonderfully impressed with what we so far seen in Now Zealand, and wit it the groat spirit of enterprise shown in Wellington,' 1 remarked Mr R. J. Archibald, president of the Queensland Bowhng Association, at the Wellington Bowling Centre's smoke concert this week. "1 say frankly that w© have a lot to learn from the development of your city." The following pupils of the Normal District High School gained Gregg shorthand japeed certificates at an examination held last week :-*-Stuart Saville, 140 words a minute; Terence Reilly, 110 words a minute; Jean Erskine, 100 words a minute"; Winifred' Mountford, 80 words a minute; Norm Kirk, 80 words a minute; James Faults, 80 words a minute; Connie Ooleby, 60 wordß a minute; Marjorie Matheson, 60 words a minute; Zoe Gamble, 60 words a-minute; Dorothy Campbell, 60 words a minute: Winnie Anning, 60 words a minute; Nazel Sierakowski, 60 words a minute.

The Hermitage, Mt. Cook, will be a. popular resort for the holidays. Yesterday the Government Tourist Bureau received word from the Mount Cook Motor Company, Timaru, that about eighty people would be leaving for the Hermitage to-day. In addition to this, a number of private cars will be making the trip from Timaru. Though the renewal of the Burwood line is in hand at present, the Tramway Board is shortening hands on the permanent way. The tramway authorities have been assisting to meet the •unemployed position during the past two vears, l>ut the funds that the Board has available for this class of work are almost exhausted, hence the reduction of men employed on work on the permanent way. "The Press.' has received cards bearing Christmas and New Year greetings from the Mayor, councillors, and city staff of Christehureh, the chairman, members, and staff of the Lyttelton and Wellington Harbour Boards, the officers of the General Post Office, and the geheral manager and staff of the New Zealand Bailways. We desire to reciprocate the good wishes expressed by the senders. The passenger traffic oU the fterry steamers is exceptpnally heavy this season, especially from Wellington to Lyttelton, the Industrial Exhibition no doubt having attracted many people'. On Thursday the Wahine brought over 900 to Lyttelton. Yesterday the Maori brought over 800 passengers, and the Paloona, which acted as extra ferry steamer, brought 250. The Wahine is to arrive here this morning with 900 passengers. The Maori was a full ship "when she left Lyttelton last night, having 800 passengers on board. Despite the warnings issued by the police on previous occasions concerning the lotting-off of fireworks in city, streets, quite a number of miniature bombardments were conducted in the main streets of the city last evening.. As usual, the loud detonations caused havoc amongst the horse traffic, and more than frightened many women. As a result of the senseless festivities, two youths had their names taken, and many more were lucky in that they have, eo far, had no notice to appear before a magistrate. With the cod sent of both the employers and employees, the Arbitration Court has issued an order for ah alteration in the award of the North Canterbury Wool'and Grain Stores employees, providing that for all work done on Saturday afternoons time ajid a-half shall be paid for the first three hours and double time after that. The order will come into force to-morrow. The Court, by consent, has also amended several clauses dealing with work on shifts. These amendments will take effect from December 6th, 1922.

Queensland is commonly supposed to be ■perennially hot, and it may come as a surprise to some people to learn that i fires are necessary there at.all; It appears, however, that even in the far north of the &tate, near to the Gulfl country, one can experience' a chilly atmosphere. Speaking at a. smoke concert given by the Wellington Bowling Centre, in honour of tho ~ visiting 1 Queenslaiidors, Mr J. Johr.son, vicepresident of tho Queensland Bowling Association, mentioned that in Cairns, some 1200 or 1300 miles north of Brisbane, the climate was beautiful, but on the tablelands it could become cool enough in September for fires to be necessary in the billiard rooms of, hotels Generally speaking, however, Queensland's climate was warm-, and it was the out-door life that enabled people to enjoy themselves.

A party consisting of about thirty members of the Y.M.C.A. leave to-day on a walking tour to the Franz Josef Glacier. The party, will procoed to Boss by train, and on Sunday will comiiioiice a three days' journey to the glacier, averaging, it is- expected, about 25 miles a day. They will remain at the glacier for a further three days, and during this time will be conducted iii their excursion by Dr. Teichelmann. The party, which will bo under the chargo of Mr B. A. Kenner anticipate returning about January 3rd. A second party, under the direction of Mr J- E. Colechin will leave on Tuesday, for Reefton, where they will bo inot by Mr C. P. Mori, secretary of the Beeftop Progress Loague, and inspect' tho mines there. The, party will camp in the Drill Hall, Reefton, returning to Christehureh on January 2nd.' The General Manager of the Tra,m~ ways Been with reference to a complaint in yesterday's issue of "The Press'! respecting the absence of a. trailer on. the 9.45 p.m. car to Riccarton on Thursday week last, says that the overcrowding was reported by the Board's staff at the time. It was due to ..an unexpected load of people returning from a school "break up.'' Mr Thompson added that the ordinary traffic does not require any more accommodation than is provided!", the assertions of the correspondent notwithstanding. A trailer means an extra conductor, and the expense is not warranted by the traffic on that trip. Trailers are not left about the Square as niuch as formerly, be; cause of public complaint, and consequently it is impossible to pick one up at short notice. The correspondent's statement that a section of passengers proposed to throw the inspector off the car, apparently with the correspondent's approval, is an indication of the unreasonable attitude which a section of passengers sometimes takes up. After interviewing the Mon. W. Downie Stewart, Minister for Internal Affairs, yesterday, on a matter affecting a local musical organisation,. Mr R. B. Owen/took the opportunity of bringing before the Minister's ndtice the renewed' interest that was being. taken in the Pioneers' Association, and asked the Minister to grant the Association the'use of the Provincial Chambers when required for public meetings, also the use of the Judge's room for committee meetings. The Minister pointed out that the Otago early settlers' Association had built 'their own hall, and suggested that Canterbury, might follow their lead. To grant the use of the Provincial Chambers even temporarily might prove a dangerous precedent, as it might be found difficult to get the Association out when once established there. Mr Owen stated that many citizens felt that a very grievous mistake had been made in the past by handing over to the Government the beautiful building that is so closely associated with the early history of the Province. The Minister agreed to mako enquiries, and promised to advise the Association later of his decision. The Resident Engineer of the Public Works Department (Mr F. Langbien), issued the certificate in respect of the renewal and alterations to the Fendalton tramway line on Wednesday. At the same time he complimented the tramway authorities on the improved alignment of the tracks. The installing of loops at corners has been the subject of some criticism by laymen who submit that a corner is the worst place to select as a crossing place, 'fhere are, it appears, good and sufficient reasons for what has been done. The primary reason is that loops at corners compel tram-cars to keep to their proper side of the street; consequent motorists approaching a corner know exactly that any tram car he may meet will be on its proper side. On single tramlines the corners are somewhat in the nature of a trap and, short of putting in a double track, loops at the corners remedy this state of affairs. They also minimise the risk of head-on collisions by tram cars, and give the motorman a better view ahead, consequently an incoming car can make a loop with safety. La the event of the time-table becoming slightly dislocated, the provision of loops at corners does away with a car waiting around the corner playing Blind man'is bluff. 'V 1

The C.IS.M.S. annual Dom j° 10 " ference which will be held at John's Church, Latimer nex Wednesday and Thursday, P^ oml^ es b« a <reat success. There will be pre sent over 50 delegates from valgus parts of New Zealand, and the speakeis for the second day chosen, including Archdeacon Msoi. who will speak on the subject o "Spiritual Healing" ; Professor Condliffo who will give an address on Ih» Church and Industral Problems ; and Mr Nash, a prominent Labour man from Wellington, whose subject is ine Church and' Politics." The Most Rev. the Archbishop will deliver the opening address, and Mr E. Hitchcock will preside over the business meetings. There are few keener followers of the game of cricket and few better judges of it than Mrs Maclaren, wife of the captain of the English team now in New 'Zealand, said Mr J• S. Bairett, chairman N.Z. CricketCouncil in conversation with a reporter on his return to Wellington from Wanganui on Thursday night. _u>uring the match at Wanpanui the Minor Assocition looked like making a stand, and Mrs Maciaren, taking advantage of a chance to communicate with her husband, suggested a change in the bowling. The sham indignation of tho veteran was most amusing. 'For twenty-five years, ho said, my wife has bossed me in the House, but I'll bo dashed if she will do it on the crickot field.' Strangely enough the suggested change in the howling was made and duly came off."

No gift will give her more pleasure this Xmas than something for toilot use. You will find numerous suggestians of "what to give" amongst-our altogether beautiful col flection of Houbigfint d'Orsay, and Pivers perfumes and poudree; English brushware; manicure articles; and other necessities for Milady's Boudoir. Loasby and Co., Chemists, corner Colombo and Cashel streets (opn. Ballantyne's). 6 Akaroa —10s Return (in one day), by the Akaroa Express Company's fine Leyland Motors. Leaving Grand Theatre Stand at 7.30 a.m. on Boxing Day and Wednesday, December 27th', and on New Year January 2nd. 10s Return. Reduction for families. Book at Storey's Garage, 330 Hereford street. 'Phone 932. 6 Cherries, cherries, cherries; Gooseberries, gooseberries, gooseberries I Lovers of choice- fruit should make an effort to see these choice varieties. Large and well-grown, of finest quality, and price right. Not to be seen at any other shop in the Dominion. Come along and patronise the old show of 30 years' standing.—F. Feaver, corner of Armagh and Colombo streets. 7 Messrs Baldwin and Kayward, of 122 Cashel streot, corner of High and Cashel streets, Christehureh, Head Office Wellington, report that recently thay acted as agents in filling the following applications for letters patent: —-Minamax Ltd., Bedford, fire extinguisher; A. Angus, London, alternating currents; H. Brown, Auckland, ■ filter; W. Cooley, Otaki, cramp; 0. Andrews, Palmerston North, wheel; Mander and Matthews, Wellington, toy; A. Gairdner, Bockhampton, sheep yard; E. Bit-, chard, Kynuna, windmill; F- Stfmners, Bradfield, terminals; A. Angus, Lower. Bourne, controlling trains. Send for "Inventors' Guide." Post free. 1 Pictures for Gifts —What can be more acceptable than a good picture nicely framed? It is always a pleasant reminder. The artistic quality of the picture, and the frame is assured by purchasing at Gibb's Art D>epot, 105 Cashel stveet, opp. Ballantyne's. 6 When choosing useful presents for men, one usually tries to find out the shop where the purchase can be most satisfactorily mtide. The \N.Z Clothing Factory are specialists in Men's Wear. They do not. have to worry about other and larger departments, but concentrate on Men's Wear. They are undoubtedly tho largest buyers of men's and boys' attire in the Dominion, and probably in Australasia. We cannot but recommend our readers to visit their store when making selections for useful gifts.. 7 New Zealand is fortunate having good Grocers, good Women, and good "No-Rubbing" Laundry Help. HoQxay! —5 The Christmas gift„ problem where a woman is concerned is easily solved by a visit to Glanville's delightful shop, where a whole host of suggestions —typically feminine —will be found, including charming perfumes, fancy soaps, bath salts, powders, brushware, etc.—things that always please. D. Ferguson Glanville, Chemist, High street. , 6 N.Z, Implements Abroad.—-Three • years ago we sent 15 of our double and' ■three-furrow ploughs to a largo ,farma» in Dorsetshire, England; to-day we have his order for £SOO worth of combined Star Drills, Lime Sowers, Turnip dutters, and extras. He knows the best. Send for our only traveller—our 1923 catalogue with prices. P. and D. Duncan, Ltd., Box 124, Christehureh. 5 'Johnston's N.C. Motor 00., Ltd,, Rangiora. Complete Plant and Staff for Repairs to all types of Motor-Cars. Tyres, Petrol 1 and all Accessories in stock. 'Phone 87. A. Prestney, Manager. II An instant success! The beautiful Christmas Gift Goods being offered at. "zero" prices by Messrs Hastie, Bull and Pickering hava quite '' caught on,'' a fact not surprising to those who have seen the attractive goods and prices. 9361 Customs clearing, General Carrying and Forwarding are undertaken by J. M. Heywood and Co., Ltd. You cannot do better than to give'them your business. Telephones 250, 259, 1241. H 5720-6532 REDUCED FROM £BSO to £585. THE STUDEBAKER "ECONOMY LIGHT SIX" COPE. Studebakers are the world's largest manufacturers of high-quality motorcars. Because, their output is so huge they can offer a better high-quality car I at a lower price than any other manu- i facturer. And because they must command large sales to absorb their large production, the price is always kept at the lowest possible level. Take the case of the Studebaker Light Six Coupe—the three-seater enclosed model. A little over a year ago the price in New Zealand was £BSO. To-day the price is £sßs—so low that those who have. not seen the car do not 'realise that it is the last word, in beauty of finish, reliability, economy of Tunning cost, and durability, and that it offers a degree of comfort and convenience unequalled at the price by any other maker. The Goupe model is a universal favourite with ladies, because it is a car in which one need not be swathed in dust-coatß, goggles, and veils. It is as sheltered and as comfortable as a room in one's own home —tho ideal car for shopping or social engagements. Professional men, especially doctors, appreciate the comfort, clealiness, and quiet vitrationless running of this superb Studebaker achievement. Two of these cars, and two only, are in stock at the moment — one finished in sage green, and the other in royal blue. Both have plated fittings,,and both are beautifully upholstered. We cordially invite inspection of these cars. Adams, Ltd.: Showrooms, 152-154 High street- 6 "LISTEN TO THE GIPSY'S WARNING." . Trust him not if he says "This is just as good." Insist on Price's Fruit Syrup Essence. A Is 6d bottle makes 3 gallons of delicious thirst-quenching cordial. Tako your choice from Raspberry, Lemon, Pineapplo, Limes, Squash, and other luscious flavours. From All stores. Don't forget—Price's * i