Cromwell Argus AND NORTHERN GOLDFIELD GAZETTE. Cromwell, Monday, May. 18, 1931

Cromwell Argus, Volume LXI, Issue 3163, 18 May 1931, Page 4

Cromwell Argus AND NORTHERN GOLDFIELD GAZETTE. Cromwell, Monday, May. 18, 1931

A sale of several areas of land itt the Bendigo district will be held at Cromwell on Friday. One sectiou has a comfortable residence thereon.

A public farewell social will be tendered to Capt. Miller, of the Salvation Army, on Monday, June ist, at 8 p.m. The captain, who is leaving the district, has been stationed here for the past 18 months. A first-class programme has been arranged and admission is free. Ladies are requested to bring a basket.

During, Capt. White's visit to Cromwell last week the weather was perfect, and quite a number indulged hi' the pleasure of a flight. Those who* did not "go up." found equal pleasure-, in watching the clever manoeuvres of Capt, White and the V'hite Star planeThe displavs were easily the best and most thrilling ever seen in this district and were carried out with remarkable precision. A tribute to Capt. White's work was the confidence of those who accompanied him through some of the thrilling stunts. Perhaps none enjoved his trip more than Mr |. Griffiths who, despite his three score years and ten —and perhaps a little more —enjoved every minute of a long flight at a high altitude, terminating with a few stunts. Capt. White is undoubtedlv a master hand in the air, A dapper little gentleman, he has a personality all his, own and spreads that measure of. confidence that removes all fears from the first trip through the air. He was»an extremelypopular visitor, and his ,- opinions of CromweH'rS adopted handling ground, excelled by only two in the Dominion,. are some thing to be thankful for. Mrs. Griffiths was another of thd elderljr brigade to enjoy a flight.

The Bannockburn Girl Guides committee intends holding a concert and dance in aid of the funds on June 3rd. The locaf RabMtskin Mc\ch;>nt,, Mr Tack Radford, invites particulars of consignments and offers highest cash prices for skins.

The fine residence of Mr P. R. Sargood, at Wanaka Station was, with Ithev contents,, completely demolished by fire early last week. The residence bad been unoccupied for some} three Avefeks.

An important/ sale by auction is advertised for Wednesday next at Cromwell, tfhen miscellaneous lines will be offered. Included in the list is! a large quantity of mining plant, gum boots, etc. There is also a wide range of furniture, full details of which are contained in our advertising columns.

As the title indicates, '"'Undertow," the Oddfellows star film for Saturday, is a thrilling drama, surging with fiery, furious, frantic emotions. It is the story of a girl avlio loved gaiety and life, hut love marooned her in a lonely lighthouse. When her hushands sight failed the "other man" came back. The star's flaming answer presents a thrilling climax. Mary Nolan plays the principal role. Proposals in connection with the amalgamation of interests on the Kawarau were finalised at a conference in Dunedin on Thursday between representatives of the parent company and the claimholders. In the adjustments the claim of the Southland Hospital Board was met by a payment of .£4oo* and that of Mr P. R. Sargood at a sum of .£SOO. The new company is now in a position, if advisable, to lift Professor Hornell's report, the price therefore being ,£I2OO. A feature of the meeting was. the outspoken opinion of Mr Jas. Ritchie regarding the scheme, and his optimism will be endorsed by many "in this district. The future will be awaited with interest.

Members of the Power Board, together with the engineering staff, made a complete inspection of the Roaring Meg scheme on )fhursday. Again on Friday the engineer, with the aid of Capt. White diid the White Star plane, inspected the whole of tne upper reaches from tho air. The flight was made up to> an altitude of nearly 8000 feet, and occupied an hour. A scheme from this source to meet the board's requirements is now practically assured, and at a meeting m Cromwell the engineer was instructed to prepare an estimate of the scheme suggested. The work of Mr W. E. Johnson, the local photographer, lias always reached a very high standard, and many permanent records of notable events have come trom his studio. Always alert and up-to-date "W. E." seized the opportunity last week of a new departure—"shooting" from the air—and with it, incidentally made his first flight. Armed with his camera Mr Johnson entered the plane, and skilfully taken by Capt.. White at n low altitude over the town, returned with some wonderful films of the town and the surroundings. It is the - first time Cromwell has been "shot" from the air. All the "plates are excellent, especially those showing tho landing-ground at the racecourse. The} photographs, now on view, are the centre of general interest, and should be readily sought by tnose wishing to present their friends with a, view of "Cromwell from the air."

Betty Comp.son, who has reached new heights through the medium of talking pictures, heads the cast of well-known players in "Street Girl," Mr Hull's all-talkie for Friday next. Xuis talented star possesses a rich, sweet voice, and a wealth of dramatic jjower. Her role in "Street Girl" is regarded m the greatest characterisation of her career. Miss Compson is seen as a girl of the streets who obtains employment as a violin player and entertainer in a small Hungarian cafe in New York's east side. The ability of the little group of musicians »vith whom sho works is finally recognised after an unpromising start. Success obtains for them a night club of their own after a series of disheartening- experiences. How the chance visit of n prince to their restaurant influenced their careers and led them finally to a night club of their own, comprises the plot in whjch are woven Buy A[qi!>[.icuia.i jc.ioaos ti. 0113.

Furnishing- a return of income is an annual duty imposed by law on all companies and persons in business, whether for the whole or part of the income year and irrespective 0 f whether a profit or a loss yyas made ; also by. all persons in receipt of income from salary, < wages, interest, rent, annuity, or other animal payment, -where such income exceeds ,£250 per annum. The return should be completed find forwarded to the Commissioner of Taxes, Wellington, 011 or ibefore the isjfc June. Any person required by law to furnish a return and neglecting- to do so is liable on conviction to a penalty not exceeding /lioo. Neglect to furnish returns at the prescribed time nob only renders taxpayers liable to prosecution, but also results in many cases in on assessment of considerably more tax than would otherwise he payable.

Church of St. Andrew. Cromwell, Whit Sunday, 24th May, 7. p.m., Choral Evensong.

Salvation Army Services for Sunday next are:—7 p.m..—Capt. Millar and Lieut. Jones.

SHOOTING SEASON !—We have C. A. C. and Western Ammunition for Ducks, Quail, etc., at reasonable prices.—BOWlES LTD., Cromwell.