CORRESPONDENCE.

Dunstan Times, Issue 3474, 23 June 1930, Page 5

CORRESPONDENCE.

To the Editor. Omakau or Ophir ? Sir, . , ■ With no axe to grind, but purely with the idea of seeing the right thing done, I should like to draw the attention of those interested in the establishment of a central school that the most vital question of all—the financial aspect—has never been given the consideration it deserves. The country is unfortunately suffering an acute depression, and the Prime Minister has warned us of the seriousness of the position, and the need for the most rigid economy. Surely then no sensible person would recommend the scrapping of the school and residence at Ophir and the erection of new ones at Omakau, which would cost some thousands of pounds. The expenditure necessary to make the present school at Ophir sufficient to meet the needs of the district for many years to come, would be comparatively small. Yes ! If it is made a business proposition, as it undoubtedly should be, then Ophir will be the place selected. I am, etc. EconomyJune 20th. Dr Harrison Memorial Fund [To the Editor, Sir, The Trust desires to express appreciation for your willing acquiescence to the suggestion of opening in your columns a list to which friends of the late Dr Harrison can subscribe. The purpose of the fund should appeal to everyone as practical and common-sense. A big responsibility now rests upon the widow, and by easing her burden there is no better way of showing our gratitude for the characteristic kindness and consideration rendered by our late surgeon to us and ours. There must be hundreds in this district who owe much more than money can purchase to Dr Harrison’s skill and foresight, and who, for the sake of that charity yyhicb never fail*, will gladly

avail themselves of such an opportunity of showing their gratitude. This is an instance, Sir, where the old saying exactly fits “he gives twice who gives quickly”, and we sincerely hope you will, this week, receive a response adequate to the size and ability of this district. I am etc. Arthur B. Pywell, Sec. Clyde Town Trust.