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Evening Star, Issue 19712, 12 November 1927, Page 6

Councillor H. C. Campbell bas given notice to move:—“That in connection with the dam which it is the intention of the City Council to erect in connection with the Electric Light and Power Department’s works at Waipori, the services of a coraeptent civil engineer be engaged to report on the plans, specifications, and approximate cost before the council proceeds with the work.”

The fortnightly meeting of the Gramophone Society was held ni the y.M.C.A. on Tuesday evening Mr A. E.- Best (vice-president) m- the chair. Messrs M'Craeken and Walls, Begg’s, and The Bristol forwarded new issue records for demonstration, and representatives from the two latter linns were present. Mr Macdonald provided a most interesting second half to tho_ programme with records of exceptional current interest, at the same tin:'* demonstrating a fine new model H.M.'V. machine.

As a result of representations by owners of stock who are periodically called upon to drive cattlo from the northern confines of the city to tl*3 saleyards at Burnside, the General Committee has given consideration to the question of providing a more convenient route, and now recommends that the necessary steps be taken to amend the by-law so as to provide the following route : Konmure road, Hawthorne avenue, along the Queen’s drive to Park street, across George street to King street, along King street to the North road at the Botanic Gardens, thence to Nbrmanby, provided that stock shall not be driven on any portic»i 'of this route betwen Park street and Normanby excepting betwen the hours of 6.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. >

At the East Taieri School yesterday a memorial tablet was unveiled in memorv of the first four head mgsteis. The brass tablet, mounted on,a wooden base, had been skilfully executed by Messrs Holler and Sons, of Dunedin, and this contained th© names or the first four head masters—Mr James Gobbie (1853-56), Mr John His op (1856-61), Mr Jas. Waddell (1861-91), Mr J. N. Waddell (1891-1927)., Addresses appropriate to the occasion were delivered by the chairman (Mr A. Miller), the Rev. G. Miller, Dr Will, Mr Todd (Education Board), and Mr Walter Blackic.

Autlioritv is asked by the Gas Committee to lay a I2in main in Anderson’s Bay road iromJ.be works governor house to Bay \ievv road. This main would be laid in the footway, and is required to serve the “Flat” district, where the growth of the demand now necessitates the provision of a separate trunk main of larger capacity. The existing Din main in Anderson’s Bay road, which now serves both the Anderson’s Bay district and portion of the “Flat,” will bo utilised for serving _ Anderson’s Bay only. Forty-two chains of 12in main will be required for the work, at an estimated cost of £2,250. At the unveiling of a memorial tablet in the East Taieri School yesterday the Rev. G. Miller mentioned the close attention given to education by the cnrlv members of the church in Otago. ‘Ho read a paragraph from a session report sent Home in 1851; If the colony were a little further advanced we must have an academical institution of superior character in Dunedin, for it is felt to bo of great importance towards the best and highest well-being of the settlement that the means of a thoroughly good education should be within the reach of the rising generation.” It is proposed by the General Committee of the City Council that a remit be sent to the next Municipal Conlerenco recommending that steps be taken to secure an amendment to the Motor Vehicles Act providing that licensing authorities may not register any motor cycle which is fitted with a cut-out or similar device for the purpose of permitting the discharge of exhaust gases direct into the atmosphere without first passing hrough a muffler oi silencing chamber.

The Otago Expansion League is supporting tho motorists in protesting against the position arrived at in Parliament last night by which the Minister is authorised to spend the revenue from the now petrol tax wherever he pleases. Mr S. B. Macdonald, president of the league, sent the following telegram this morning to Mr T. K. Sidey, as chairman of the South Island Members’ Committee “My league is astounded at the attitude of Parliament in connection witli the allocation of the petrol tax for each island. We are joining thq Motor Union for the purpose of fighting what has become an intolerable position.” Other leagues of the South Island are acting with the Expansion League in this matter. *

The tramway manager has been authorised to arrange for the following additional bus services-For the summer show—Prom Caversham tram terminus to Tahuna Park via the South road, David street, Forbnry road, Cough trey street, Richardson street, Prince Albert road, and Victoria road. From the Stock Exchange to Anderson’s Bay cemetery via Princes street, Anderson’s Bay road, Royal crescent, Victoria street, and Tahuna road, on Sundays only. Nominally a minor matter, it is really of importance to that large section of the community that attends the dances and other functions at the Otago Early Settlers’ buildings that the society has resolved to add to its recent improvements a complete reconstruction of the conveniences attached to both of the halls. Mr Leslie Coombs has drawn the plans, and a contract was let to Loan and Watson yesterday.

The T '"Meil.iM Town Hall clock is to be overhauled. Its last thorough doing up was in February of 1925. Otago-grown apples are now practically cleared out of store. The stock has lasted very well considering the scantiness of tho crop. Cherries were seen in the Dunedin market this week. A consignment from Grcytowu (Wairarapa) auctioned this morning brought from Is 8d to Is 10Jd-per lb wholesale. Arrangements have now been completed between the-corporation and the University Council respecting the erection of the iron fence in Castle street along the frontage of the University. Tho portion of the railing to bo removed from the Queen’s Gardens is to bo replaced by the works department with a low concrete kerb. The city engineer is instructed to proceed with .the work. ,

News of tiie chess championship of the world, which is being contested at Buenos Aires between the Cuban Capablauca (holder) and the Russian Alechine, is that of tho first 16 games Capablanca has won two, Alechine three, and 11 have been drawn. It is reported that in the ninth game Capablanca became extremely nervous, and insisted that all onlookers leave the room.

The General Committee of the City Council has given further consideration to.tho matter of tho parking place in Moray place, and now recommends that the present parking place on the northeastern side of the street bo abolished and that the parking place be re-estab-lished on tho opposite or south-western side of tho street.

A first offender for drunkenness—a woman 40 years of age—was fined 12s 6d at tho Police Court this morning, in default 24 hours’ imprisonment, Mr J. 11. Bartholomew, S.M., was on the bench.

An application for permission to retail, ice cream and aerated waters f -om a street stall has boon granted by the General Committee of tho City Council at a license fee of £2 10s per month, subject to the committee approving of the points at which, the stall is to stand.

Progressivcncss appears to be the keynote of the local Caledonian Society’s activities, and the improvements that have been effected at the Caledonian Ground are certain to gi,ve sport in the city a big fillip. The cycling track has been thoroughly repaired, and after his recent visit F. J. Grose, the New Zealand champion cyclist, was satisfied that it promises tobo one of the best in the dominion. The corners have been banked, and the track should now be responsible for some very last times being recorded by competing cyclists. The accommodation for athletes is first class, and the beautifying work that has been done round about the ground speaks well for the groundsman (Mr E. Maxwell). Already four sports meetings have been held there this season, another will he held next Thursday, and at least one or two more will be' staged during the present month. Every night some 50 or'6o athletes may be seen indulging in training activities, and in addition a good sprinkling of lady runners avail themselves of the ground. The Water Committee of the City Council reports that the following main extensions have been completed, all in 4in pipe:—North road and Uxbridge street, 30 chains; Logan Park, 28. V chains; Mason street, 14 chains; Parkside avenue, 7 chains; also the replacement of the 3in main in Forth street with 4in. portion of which was left last year owing to shortage of pipes. Jhe men are at present engaged_ on the connection between Chamberlain stieet and Como street, also on the renewal of the Castle street main.

On a representation by the combined undertakers of the city, it lias been decided by the Reserves Committee to give a trial to the following procedure at funerals, namely—that on the conclusion of. the funeral service light boards be placed over the graves _ to admit of wreaths and flowers being laid, mourners then to retire, the filling ,in of the grave to bo completed at a later hour. A petition has _ been received from the undertakers jointly requesting the assistance of the council in the collection of fees paid by them for allotments on behalf of their clients from whom they have been unable to collect the same. The proposals briefly are:—To refuse to inter any other bodies in lots that have not been paid for, and to be allowed a percentage off tho amount of any future payments. It has been decided by the committee that no action bo taken in this matter.

The medical officer of health having certified that a certain dwelling in Forth street is unlit for occupation, the General Committee of the City Council recommends that the owner be notified to pull it down and remove it within six weeks.

Stewart Island ha.s a great appeal for Dunedin holidaymakers, but in past years some inconvenience lias been caused those leaving Dunedin just before Christmas, as they have had to spend a day in Invercargill, and did not reach Kakiura until after Christmas. The local Tourist Department, fully alive to the situation, has approached the Bluff Harbor Board on the matter, and providing sufficient inducement offers the hoard is prepared to run a special trip on Saturday, December 24, after the arrival of the first express at Invercargill from Dunedin. This will obviate the necessity of travellers spending a night in Invercargill.

In connection with our report of tho memorial window in St. Raul’s Cathedral it was omitted to state that tho lion, secretary (Mrs Gibbs) and the boa. treasurer (Mrs M‘George) were assisted in their efforts by a number of ladies from the various parishes in and around Dunedin. These ladies gavo willing help on all occasions when it was found necessary to appeal to the public, and without their help and cooperation the organisers feel that their effort could not have been brought to a successful issue.

Captain Cunningham Reed, ALP., who is travelling round the world on his honeymoon, said, in an address to the English Speaking Union at Wellington, that ho found Samoa ahead of the other Pacific islands, and ascribed it to General Sir Geo. Richardson’s administration. New Zealand was the most English of the countries they had so far seen. He had conceived a great admiration for the old pioneers, and also for the men of today who were developing the country. Ho now realised more the needs of the dominion in the way of immigration. Men were wanted who would stay on the land, and he intended to make this clear on his return. —Press Association.

A Hawera Press Association telegram states that Thomas Henry Herbert Sinclair pleaded not guilty in the Opnnake Court, and was committed for trial on 23 charges of thefts totalling £l7O. The alleged offences were spread over a term of three and a-half years, and related to moneys received by the accused as honorary secretary of the Opunako Cottage Hospital. According to Hie auditor’s evidence, the amounts had been refunded, excepting £46, since inquiries bad commenced.

Advice received from the district tourist manager (Air A. E. Wilson) todav states that the opening of the Milford Track at the beginning of the piesent month was somewhat marred by wet weather., A heavy fall of snow was experienced at M‘Kin non Pass, but the weather has now cleared, and blight sunshine prevails. Only a few tourists made the opening trip, but the prospects are for a very good season i.i the way of tourist traffic. The Post Office authorities advise that the steamer Uliraaroa loft Sydney fo- Wellington on November 11, carrying 31 hags and 35 parcel receptacles. The lot is due to hand on Wednesday evening.

Vincent James Crcquer, engaged in. an indent business, was charged in the Nelson Magistrate’s Court on two counts arising out of the sum of £4oo— of failing to account for £250 and the other of tho thett of £400; by wrongfully converting it to. his own use. On the application of tho police, a remand was granted to November 21. The police asked for substantial' bail, stating that further charges involving a considerable sum of money were pending. Bail was fixed at two sureties of £2OO each or one surety of £4OO, in addition to accused’s own surety of £3OO. —Press Association telegram. Mr Poison states that in the telegram reporting his evidence before the Labor Bills Committee on the arbitration proposals lie was represented as condemning tho proposal to -exclude the farmers, whereas, on the contrary, he asked for the exemption of all those industries in which farmers are substantially interested. As he was received a number of letters protesting against his supposed “ change of front,” this correction is published in fairness to Him.—Press Association. At the Police Court yesterday afternoon proceedings were withdrawn against iff. A. Duncan, AVilliara D. D. Allan, Douglas Ness, John W. Watkins, and Michael D. G. Hayes, who were charged with having left their cars unattended in Moray place for more than 15 minutes. The magistrate (Mr H. W. Bundle, S.M.) said on resuming that he had noticed at the top end of tho area a board with “Taxis only”,oa it, which was'anything but conspicuous. In respect of the lines, they would be difficult to pick up at night, and motorists were apt to be puzzled where the parking area ended and the taxi rank began. At present, it seemed to him that motorists had not their attention sufficiently drawn to the fact that the area for private cars was below the gate of First Church. He would suggest that the charges bo withdrawn, and the present prosecution would,.no doubt, draw motorists’ attention to the area and bring before the council the necessity of having it more clearly defined. Further, it might be advisable for representatives of the motorists to confer with the council on the matter. Chief Traffic-inspector M'Nicoll agreed to his course, and the proceedings were accordingly withdrawn.

Herrin Thomas Reeves and Charles Edward Delaney, each 22 years of age, and natives of New Zealand, were sentenced to seven days’ imprisonment for having stowed away on the steamer Tchia from • Townsville, Australia.— Auckland Press Association telegram.

An Auckland Press Association telegram states that the body of a male infant, without clothing, was found on the eastern breakwater. It had evidently been in the water for several days, and it is not known whether it had lived or not.

Notification of Sunday services as enumerated below appear m our Sunday services advertising- columns:—Anglican: St. Paul’s Cathedral, All Saints’, St. Matthew’s, St. Peter's. Presoyterian; First Church,'Knox Church, St. Andrew’s, St. Stephen’s, Port Chalmers, Northeast Talley, Mornington, Kaikorai, Oavershani, South Dunedin, Chalmers, Musselburgh, Maori Hill, and St. Clair. Methodist: Trinity, Central Mission, Mornington, Cargill Road, St. Kilda, North-east Valley, Dundas Street, Roslyn, Caversham, Port Chalmore. Congregational: Moray Place and King street. Baptist: Hanover street, Roslyn, Caversham, Mornington, North-east Valley, South Dunedin, Church of Christ: Tabernacle, South Dunedin, Roslyn, North, east Valley, Filleul Street. York Place Hall, Playfair Street Hall, Salvation Army, Christian Science, Theosophical Society, Spiritualists, Gospel Hall, Christadelphians. Christmas will be here soon. Suppose you make a gift of a handsome Rembrandt Portrait. A photograph is always more persona! than the conventional greeting card. —Rembrandt Studio, 199 George street.—]Advt.[ From to-morrow, the evening service at the United Congregational Church will be commenced at 7 o’clock. Tho Rev. C. Maitland Ellies will speak on ‘ The Child Spirit and tho Kingdom,’ and Mr W. Berryman will sing the solo in tho anthem, ‘ Seek Ye the Lord.’ The morning subject will be ‘The Great Welcome.’

For Diamond Engagement Rings and reliable Watches, Peter Dick, the most reliable watchmakers, jewellers, and opticians.— LAdvt.] Cheap fares in connection with the Oamaru Show and tram arrangements m connection with the Outram Show are advertised by the Railway Department in this issue.

Overseas Hall select dance io-night. At First Church to-morrow Ur ilerrington will preach at both services. During tho forenoon service a memorial reference will be made to the late Mr William C'outton. At 7 p.m. the Y.M.C.A. Boys’ Club will attend, and Dr Merrington will speak ou 'The Choosing of a Team.’ . For spectacles that soothe tho eyes consult W. V. Stunner, D. 5.0.1., G.A.0.G., 2 Octagon. Our business ~b exclusively optical. 4,Advt.]

Tho Christian public are afforded a unique opportunity in the annual convention to be hold at Pounawea, Gatlins, dining the Christmas season. As usual arrangements have been made to eecimPHhe best available speakers, and, as in years past, the committee is looking for a capacity booking of the accommodation. Tho convention is interdenominational in character, and is conducted entirely on the hues of the great Keswick Convention in England.

Tho Rev. W. Walker will conduct both services in the Octagon Hall to-morrow. In the evening, at 7 o’clock, the subject will be ‘ 'the Fight for Character.’ Tho solo ‘Abide With Me’ will bo rendered by Miss Netfa Wilkie.

The Methodist Synod service and social will he held in Trinity Church, Stuart street, on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week.

The attention of the public is drawn to the fact that the Pacific Starr-Bowkelt Building Society’s No. 6 group of sixpenny shares is filling rapidly. All intending shareholders are advised to send in their applications as early as possible so as to participate in tho first ballot. Office open on Friday evenings between 7 and 8 o’clock, to allot shares. Office, 86 King Edward street.—[Advt.] In Knox Church to-morrow Temperance Sunday -will be observed. Rev. Tulloch Yuille will preach in tho morning on ‘Present Your Bodies Unto God,’ and in the evening on ‘The Church and Politics. Mr W. Harrison will be the evening soloist. Rev. J. M. Simpson’s topic in SI. Stephen’s Church to-morrow evening will be ‘A Woman’s Love.’

See the new bags at Williamson’s. They are fine value and quick sellers (next Bristol Piano Co.).—[Advt.] In connection with the annual Synod of the Otago-Southland district of the Methodist Church two public functions are advertised. On Tuesday night, in Trinity Church, a Synod service will be held, and on Wednesday night a conversazione, when a musical programme will be given. Both meetings commence at 7.45 pan. Contentment and satisfaction in every drop of Johnnie Walker.— [Advt.]

‘ The Bible Story of the Creation: Its Wonders and Its Puzzles,’ will be the subject of Mr N. Paterson’s address in York Place Hall to-morrow evening. Please note change in time of service to 7 pan. At Cargill Road Methodist Church on Monday night Rev. R. M'Gregor (an old Cargill Road boy) will preach bis trial sermon for ordination at 7.30 p.m. The forty-second anniversary sendees of the Roslyu Baptist Sunday School will lie held to-morrow, the preachers for the day being Rev. Chas. Oallaston in the morning, Rev. P. L. A. Crarapton, 8.A., in the afternoon, and Rev. Eric Evans in the evening. . On Tuesday evening a children's concert will bo held, including items by Competitions, prize winners and by the children’s choir under Mr Jas. Simpson. The United Starr-Bowkett Building Society advertises £7,800 for disposal in its various groups, and invites membership in the new No. 10 group. The Southern Starr-Bowkett Society will dispose of £3,000 at the annual meeting on Monday night, November 14. In group No. 3 £SOO will be disposed of by ballot and £SOO by sale; group No. 4, £l,ooo by ballot: and in group No. S, £SOO by ballot and £SOO by sale.

The monthly meeting of the Dunedin Burns Club will be held in the Early Settlers’ Hall on Wednesday. An excellent programme has been arranged.

What would dancing bo if the surroundings were not colorful, gay, pleasant, ■ and yet reposeful?, Regular patrons of the Savoy give then- patronage to the Saturday supper danocs because • they rely on the pleasure of four hours’ dancing being joyful, and the surroundings and unlading sendee go a long way towards making a night in the Tudor Hall one of unadulterated joy. Constant playing together has made Ern. Bcacham's band a smooth, tuneful combination, and as the orchestra receives supplies of the latest sheet music by each mail* the music provided will be up to the usual standard.