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Evening Star, Issue 19918, 14 July 1928, Page 6

The ‘ Sports Special,’ wilix eight pages of tho latest sporting news and with many illustrations, will ho sold on the streets this evening.

Last night tho weather in the Dunedin district relapsed into winter, mild spell being succeeded by a stormy south-westerly wind, with heavy showers and a low temperature. This morning the same conditions prevailed, but as the morning went on there were interventions of sunshine, and it was not a really bad day for the sloppiest month of the year

Tho harmlessncss of the dove is not stupidity. It can on occasion Ixj as wise as the serpent. On Wednesday of last week a King street resident could not light a fire in one of his rooms because the fine was unaccountably choked. Meeting his neighbour, Mr J. H. Oliver, two or three days afterwards, ho mentioned the matter, and in conversation the thought arose that perhaps one of Colin _ Oliver’s carrier pigeons had tumbled in. This ied to careful listening, and as a faint “coo” was hoard Colin got to work with various devices for rescuing tho bird At last, on Sunday evening, ho lowered a hoe on a clothes lino and drew up the pigeon from a depth of about fourteen feet. Tho_ bird must have found a ledgo on which to rest, and stepped on to tho hoo as it saw tho upward movement. Although this pigeon had been imprisoned three or four days, it showed strong vitality, and after a taste of rice and a drink it flew to its cot. It is a well-known winncV in flying contests

It is probable, but not yet definitely fixed, that the Otago Irrigation Committee will reassemble on the 24th instant at Dunedin. Mr Rodgers is said to be recovering from tno illness that compelled him to enter the Cromwell Hospital. “This is the first ease of its kind that I have had before me. It should act as a warning to all motor cyclists and motor car drivers,” said Mr Mosley S.M., in the Magistrate’s Court at ’Christchurch yesterday, in a case in which Frank Fazackerley was charged with removing his hands from the handlebars of his motor cycle while it was in motion. It was stated that Fazackerley had travelled for about :100yds with his hands off the handlebars. Ho said that he had removed his hands in order to do up his overcoat. “ People who drive ears or ride motor evelcs ought to make themselves familiar with the new motoring regulations,” said Mr Mosley“ In them it is stated that no driver or rider must remove both hands, or even ono hand, fro mthe handlebars or wheel of his vehicle unless for a momentary purpose.” Defendant was convicted and ordered to pay costs. Christchurch correspondent. There was a clean sheet at the City Police. Court this morning. All sorts of devious means arc adopted bv some people in their endeavours fe (ret into professional boxing contests’ free of charge, and last Saturday it was found that some “ fans,” if ’such they may be called, endeavoured to pass oft - tram tickets'as admission One or two succeeded, too. Others failed to gain admission, but bored holes in one of the doors and obtained what glimpses of tho fight thev could in this way. Steps will be taken to prevent such a thing happening to-night, A Grcymouth Press Association telegram states that the Paparpa mine, which was recently closed, has been reopened by a co-operative party of thirteen men, who are producing coal for the company at a contract price.

The advantages to he, gained by the formation of co-operative associations under the Rural Intermediate Credit Act, 1927, were the subject of an address given by Mr>6. H. Elliffe, chairman of tho Otago District Board, constituted under tho Act at a meeting' of ho Milton branch of the Farmers’ Union on Wednesday evening. There was a good attendance of farmers, vid at tho close, of the address a resolution was carried that an association should be formed in the Tokoma_ ':•» district. I though several a-ssociatlons have already been formed in the North Island, it is" understood that this is the first association to_ be formed in the South Island, and it is expected that tho load given by tho Milton farmers will he taken up by other districts in Otago. The four Dimqdiu wholesale fruit importing (inns that arc taking Samoan bananas, to arrive by tho Maui t’ovnare, are notified by H. L. Taplcy and Co., agents for this steamer, tnnt only about 790 cases will bo available for tho Dunedin market. This is disappointing. The four firms were prepared to take from 2,000 to 3,000 cases in nil, and had informed retailers that 2,000 or more would be available. The retailers are vexed, because, making snro of tho Maui Pomaro shipment, they did not buy any of the Tofua’s bananas that came to Auckland this week. But tho disappointment and the vexation have not soured the Dunedin merchants. They are taking the sensible course of inquiring before blaming the ship or the department. Perhaps tho island growers had only a small quantity to ship. The important question is as to whether Dunedin is getting its fair share of tho bananas that are available. Mr H. P. West, on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce, is inquiring on that point, and meanwhile judgment is suspended. We shall know more when tho steamer roaches New Zealand. She is nearly due. Another tiling to bo found out is as to the size of tho Samoan cases. Some say that the Samoan cases are smaller than the Fijian cases. Thu quality of tho Samoan fruit is also unknown here, but on that point there is seine assurance in its high reputation in those parts that take it regularly.

An interesting memento of Dunedin musicians who diet a great deal for the art of their day was recently found amongst lorgotlcn treasures in Chas. Begg and Co.’s cellar—a photograph of the Barth-Schacht chamber concert, party, the members of which were Mr G.'lk Schacht (first violin), Mr 0. Barrett (second violin), Miss Blanche Jool (viola), ami Herr Wmkelman (’cello), with Mr A. J. Barth in the centre as conductor. Miss Blanche Joel, known to the present generation as Mrs Blanche Levi, and Mr Barrett are the only survivors, uno in London, the other in Invercargill. The photo is not dated, but it was probably taken in the late ’eighties, ft is to be shown in Bcgg’s window, and then presented to Miss Barth, as an additional reminder of her much-rcspcctcd father.

In tho Police Court yesterday, before Mr H. W. Bundle, S.M., William Cramond Parsons was charged with driving a motor car in a manner dangerous to tho public. The defendant, for whom Mr C. J. L. White appeared, pleaded not guilty. The police evidence was to the cited that the eat was driven along Water street at a speed of from twenty' to twenty-five miles an hour, and that it turned into Crawford street at the same rate. At the corner of W ater and Bond streets the defendant had to swerve out to avoid a collision with another car. Mr White said lie had been given to understand that a collision nearly occurred at tho corner of Princes and Water streets, and that defendant had increased his speed to avoid it. The magistrate amended the charge to one of driving a vehicle at a speed which, having regard to all tho circumstances, was dangerous to the public. The defendant was fined JOs and costs. “ There is a tendency in New Zealand on the part of the Government and the bureaucratic powers that be to restrict tho powers of the university colleges instead of letting them develop along their own linos,” said Mr H. D. Acland (chairman of the Canterbury College Board of Governors), at yesterday’s reception to the graduates. Ho added that ho had been trying to devise means whereby Canterbury College would not be at the beck and call of the Government so much as in the past. The college had not received many generous private benefactions, and ho had in mind the establishment of a permanent fund In he called' flic Canterbury College Fund, to which all, rich and poor, might contribute. The people bad the idea that only the rich were able to give, but a large proportion of the graduates would be glad to return something for what they had got from Canterbury College. Such a scheme had been tried with great success in America, and was now before the College Board, and lie hoped H would soon be before the public outside the university. They had triad to develop higher education, and they held that everyone was entitled to partake of the best education if he was willing to receive it.- —Christchurch correspondent. Romo person or persons with a vers distorted sense of humor are still finding amusement in making the hie brigade turn out on a wild goose chase. At half-past 12 this morning the brigade went to tho corner of the Alain South road and Eglington road only to find that a malicious ialse alarm had been registered.

Tho local price of butter was advanced to-day by a penny per pound, reports a Wellington message.

Prompt action on the part of the firemen when they arrived at a firo in a two-storeyed boarding house m High street last evening probably saved the life of ono of the residents. Fire broke out under tho stairs and ha,d spread to tho upper portion of the building, and it was found that the man, Mr C. Sweete, was in his room upstairs. He had to bo taken down a ladder. Damage to the premises, which are owned by Mr Bolting, of Wingatui, and occupied by Mr J. O’Connor, was confined to the hall and two rooms. No insurances are available. A call at 8 o’clock this morning took the brigade to a house in King street, owned by Mr Addess and occupied by Mr Driver, where it was discovered fire had broken out through a defective chimney. The outbreak was chiefly confined to the mantelpiece. His Honour Mr Justice Adams, who arrived from the north this afternoon, has intimated that he will deal with prisoners for sentence on 'Thursday. On Monday and Tuesday ho will deal with matters in Chambers, and on -Wednesday "’id sit in Banco.

In response to a growing demand lor more luxurious travel fiuiilities and accommodation, the Railway Department has provided two special private cars, one in each island. These carriages are beautifully designed and luxuriously equipped with accommodation tor day travelling, dining, sleeping, and_ bathmg. The charge for hire ( which is considerably below _ the rates fixed in America), including meals, sleeping accommodation, and attendant’s services. A booklet, ‘ Cruising by Bail in New Zealaiul,’ has been prepared with a view to giving publicity to the new services. In addition to general mlormation regarding the charges, etc., the booklet contains scaled plans of the cars, Interior and exterior illustrations, and attractive views of typical scenic resorts which are readily accessible by rail.

The Post Office advises that eightythree bags and four parcel receptacles from Sydney, ex the R.M-.fe. Makura, should reach Dunedin on Tuesday and Wednesday next. Fifty-nine of the bags are from bevond Australia.

A:-'Wellington.,Press Association telegram states that in tho Magistrate’s Court W. D. Hamill and Co., Wellington, claimed from Algie Bros., Balclutha, £97 11s lid as the balance of money due for work in connection with tho dismantling of a printing machine bought from the Government Printer and- for re-erecting it at Balclutha. Tho defendants counter-claimed for £123 6s lOd for alleged loss sustained through incompetent work. The magistrate "gave judgment for the plaintiffs on botli claim and counter-claim

Tho thirteenth draft of Flock House boys, numbering thirty-five, arrived by tho Rotorua to-day, reports a Wellington P.A. message. A motor bus collided with a horse and cart on the Hutt road last night, reports a Wellington message. The horse was killed and a considerable amount of minor damage was done to tho bus.'

Acting on advice received, Detective Tricklobank, accompanied by two wharf police, yesterday searched the Arawa after sho arrived at Wellington from Auckland, and found three sacks of clothes and silks buried in the coal in the hold. No further details of tho theft are available.

Notification of Sunday services as enumerated below appear in our Sunday services advertising columns r— Anglican; St. Paul’s Cathedral, All Saints’, St. Matthew’s, St. Peter's. Presbyterian; First Church, Knos Church, St. Andrew's, St. Stephen’s, Port Chalmers, N.E. Valley, Mornington, Caversham, South Dunedin, Chalmers, Musselburgh, Maori Hill, St. Clair, Green Island, Roslyn. Methodist-. Trinity, Central Mission, Mornington, Cargill Road, St. Hilda, N.E. Valley, Dundus Street, Roslyn, Caversham, Port Chalmers, Congregational: Moray Place and King Street. Baptist: Hanover .Street, Roslyn, Caversham, Morninglon, N.E. Valley, South Dunedin. Church of Christ: Tabernacle, Roslyn, N.E. Valley, Pilleul Street. York Place Hall, Playfair Street Hall, Salvalion Army, Christian Science, Theosophieal Society, Spiritualists, Christadclphians. Photographs made at our studio are more than the ordinary run of pictures—they are intimate personal portraits, Make an ap-paintment.---Rembrandt Studio, 199 George street; G. Angus Bunz, proprietor.—{Advt.J The Rev. R. Ferguson Fish will preach at both services in the Caversham Presbyterian Church on Sunday.

Tho Rev. H. E. Bollhousn will conduct both services at Trinity Methodist Church, Stuart street, to-morrow, preaching in the morning on ‘The Love That Anticipates,’ and in the evening on ‘The Candour of Jesus Christ.’ The choir will render Gainer's ‘1 Am Alpha and Omega.’ Tho Pacific Slarv-Bowketl Building .Society will dispose of £I,OOO in No. 6 group on Tuesday nest. The Dominion Building Society will hold its twelfth ballot for £IO,OOO on July 50. The United .Starr-Bowke.lt. Building Society will dispose of £5,800 by sale and ballot during July and August. The annual church service and parade of the Loyal Orange Institution will be held tomorrow afternoon in tho Early Settlers’ Hall. The speaker (tho Rev. Mr Hocking) will base his address on ' Liberty.’ The assisting speakers will bo tho Rev. Messrs Heggie and Pringle. The Dun das Street Methodist Choir will render an anthem. Prior to the service the members of the various lodges, together with members of the Royal Black Preoeptory and the Protestant Alliance Friendly Society, will assemble at the Orange Hall, Leith street, at 2 p.m. Headed by the Dunedin Highland Pipe Band, they will parade yin Frederick, George, Princes, and Lower High streets to the Early Settlers’ Hall, where they will be met by the sisters of the local lodges. The Rev. \V. Walker will conduct botn services in the Octagon Hall, of the Central Mission to-morrow. In the evening the subject will be ‘Elijah: A Character Study.’ Miss Mary Campbell will sing * Fear Not Ye, O Israel.’ The Rev. W. B. Scott will conduct services at the Cargill Road Methodist Church tomorrow. The evening subject will bo ‘ln Sight of the Promised Land.’ At St. Hilda Methodist Church to-mor-row, the Rev. A. C. Lawry will preach. .Special music is advertised for tho evening service—two anthems, a solo, and a male quartet. In York Place Hail to-morrow evening Mr Frank Varley’s subject will be ‘Two'Portraits Not Retouched,’ and on Thursday nest an illustrated Bible lecture will be given entitled ‘The Cross and the Sinner.’ The Dunedin Burns Club will hold its monthly meeting in the Early Settlers’ Hall on Wednesday night. A first-class programme has been arranged, and the usual dunce will follow.

The St, Clair Life Saving and Surf La tiling Club is no longer in existence, but n meeting for the purpose of forming a new club is to be held on Monday night. Lovers of music should not miss the entertainment which i? to be held ot Mrs Dunlop's residence, 121 Clyde street, on Tuesday next. A very excellent musical programme has been arranged for both afternoon and evening, and as (be proceeds arc in aid of the Kclscy-Yaxnlla Free Kindergarten patrons will not only have several hours’ enjoyment but will also know they have helped a very deserving object. Mr James Thorn, of Wellington, will give an address in the Trades Hall to-raorrow night, at 7.30, on ‘ Some Aspects of the History of Trades Unionism.' At First Church to-morrow Hr Herrington will preach in the morning on ‘Thu Church and the Children,’ and at night on ‘The Sisters at Bethany.’ Tho jubilee service of the Dunedin Y.W.C.A. will be held iu the evening, and seats wall bo reserved for past and present members. Hr V. E. Galway will preside at the organ. Both services ot the United Congregational Church will be conducted by tho Lev. C. Maitland Elliss, whose subjects will be ‘ Bvcn in Sardis’ and ‘A Minority Report.’ The Rev. W. Saunders, who will shortly retire from his long ministry at tho Moray Placc Congregational Church, will occupy the pulpit to-morrow. Tho farewell social will bo held in the Jubilee Hall, and the public meeting in tbo church on Monday, 23rd July. At Kuox Church to-morrow Rev. Tulloch Ynillo will preach at both services. The evening service will bo a memorial to thu late Mr Duncan Wright, and at this service the Hon, G. M. Thomson will speak ot Mr Wright’s work as city missioner. Appropriate music will bo rendered by Mr \V. Paget Gale. Former pupils of the schools where Mr Wright gave Scripture lessons will be present. ‘The Moral Demands of Jesus’ will be the topic of Rev. 13. S. TuokwelTs sermon at the Hanover Street Baplist Church tomorrow morning. At St. Stephen’s, North Dunedin, _ the preacher will be the Rev. Thomas Miller, ALA., whose subjects will be ‘The Opening of the Iron Gate’ and ‘The Soul’s Vision.’ At the evening service solos will bo sung by Mr Ewart and Mrs Wilson. A reading, together with lantern illustrations, of the ‘ Alcestis ’ of Euripides will be given in (he Museum lecture room on Monday evening before the Classical Association. Gilbert Murray's translation will be used, and (ho association invites the public to attend. At tho Early Settlers’ Hall on Monday night a concert will be given by Air B. Rawlinson’s concert party. An attractive programme of songs, recitals, and instrumental music has been arranged. Tho proceeds are in aid of the building fund of the Otago Early Settlere’ Association, and with such a worthy object should be well patronised by members and friends of (ho association. Port Chalmers, —J. Watson's clearing cash sale winter drapery, clothing, furnishings, boots and shoes now proceeding.—[Advt.] For spectacle* that soothe the eves consult W. V, Slurmcr, D.5.0.J., G.A.0.C., 2 Octagon. Our busircss ,s exclusively optical -[Advt.l Have your Watch taken apart and oiled occasionally. Williamsons (next The Bristol) will attend to this promptly and well. -[Advt.]