LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 25 March 1925, Page 4

LOCAL AND GENERAL

Stevenson’s Hotel, Reef ton, siiperior accommodation, and booking office for Newman Bros., Motor Service to West, port, Nelson and Blenheim. —Advt.

Mass will be celebrated on Sunday next, March 29, as follows :—Blaketown 8.30 a.m.; Paroa 10 a.m. Advt.

The Greymouth Municipal Office staff was kept busy to-day,' this being the last day on which rates could be paid without having the ten per cent penalty added.

A fine collection of paintings ana sketches of the Vest Coast' will be on view to-morrow (Thursday) at the sample worn, opposite the Town , Hall, previous to being sold at auction on Friday at 2.30. Messrs Harley , and Co. have the sale in hand. All are invited to call and inspect.—Advt.

It is reported from ' Dunedin that rabbit skins are selling exceptionally well for this time of the year. .Big money is being paid for what are known in the trade as “racks.” The realising of hitherto unknown prices for these advanced summer skins augurs well for the values winter skins are likely to command. .

Pretty autumn and winter millinery has just arrived., Just as. on previous occasions we are in a-, position to offer attractive values in the season’s newest modes. On this occasion, we, think the. style and -.value are expressed to a greater .degree than..ever.before.—C._ Smith,. Ltd., Drapers.—Advt,.. , 1

The Druids’ Conference was continued yesterday and to-day, when remits governing the society were considered. ' The most important -matters dealt With were the establishment. Of a scheme to relieve old members’ contri-. butions, after 62 years of age, and that, 20/- sick pay- he paid Io a- member in the 'event of ■ sickness; immediately after his initiation. The delegates, were entertained at a- social last evening(telegraphed our special correspondent hit To Kuiti). --

.'W u The hotel to stay at when in Greymoiith, is the Royal, close'to the Railway Station. First class dining room with every attention. Speight’s and local ales always on tap. Booking office for Newman’s Motor Service P. Crannitch, late of Timaru and Lyttelton, Proprietor. —Advt.

' . The combined road and railway bridge over the Grey River on the Ngahere-B) ackball Line will be closed to all road traffic between the hours of -2.15 p.m. and 4.15 p.m. to-mor-row (Thursday) and Friday, March 26 and 27..

Pretty colours in ripple cloths have iust arrived with our new season’s, ■roods. We have the latest shades, 54 inches wide at 3/11. 27in nel for dresses ,in all; shades -at ? 3/11 yard.—-C. Smith, Ltd., Drapers.— Advt. ~

V An alarm of fire was given at 9.25 o’clock last evening, first by one of the engine whistles on the wharf, and immediately caftei- by the bell at the Central Fire Station. The cause of’ the alarm was a chimney at the Sailors’ Rest, in Gresson Street, catching fire. The Brigade was quickly on the scene and the fire quenched.

Gramophones at A. E. Kilgour’s, sold on easy terms and _ guaranteed. New model £3/15/-, His Master’s Voice model £lo<- The- -Brunswick table model £26/5/-; the Cheney cabinet model. £3B, £44. You can have iany of these models in your- home at once by paying a small deposit and the balance in easy monthly instal: ffients. Inspection invited. —A. E. Kilgour, agent for “His Master’s Voice,” “Brunswick,” • “Cheney”. Gramophones.—Advt.

It had beeff the intention of the Minister of Mines and Messrs Jas, O’Brien M.P., and J. O-’Thompson, M.P-., .to leave Bluff on Saturday next by the steamer Tutanekai, on a visit to the Sounds district, Jackson’s Bay, Bruce Band and Okura, to lobk into matters connected with Mr 'Anderson’s , department, and the constituencies of the two other Members of Parliament. However, as the steamer is needed for an island trip,- she is leaving' Bluff two days earlier than first intended,., and the visit of the parliamentarians has had to be cancelled for the present.

Beautiful pianos, and players at AE. Kilgour’s. Sold. oil easy, terms and fully guaranteed. The celebrated Witton and Witton . Piano, full iron frame, overstrung, under damper; its magnificent tone and perfect touch, together with its exceptional durability make its purchase a . .splendid investment. Price £95. ;£5 deposit, the balance in easy monthly instalments. Call in to-day and ■ hear this perfect instrument,-rA. E. Kilgour, agent for Chas. Begg and Co., Ltd., pianos and organs.—Advt. There is no provision in the Motor Vehicles Act, 1924, or its regulations empowering a local body to refuse a motor-driver’s license to any applicant who has had, Iv's license cancelled for misconduct. This omission was noted in a report to the Auckland City Council by the traffic inspector, who suggested that in view of the Targe number of motorists whjose licenses have been cancelled, there should be provision made in the regulations for referring delinquents to the council or a magistrate before another licensee was issued. The council decided to make representations to the Minister forthwith, as the Act becomes operative on April 1,.

Four notable new books: “White Wings, ’ ’ the romance of the sailing ship days of 1850 tp 1900, by Henry Brett, tells all about the ships that brought the pioneers to New Zealand, recording thrilling stories of the perils of the sea, with a detailed record of over 300 vessels j profusely illustrated.; price 10/6. “A Famous Book of Ships,” by Fox Smith, 7/-. “‘The Children’s Bible,” by Arthur Mee, written in the simple style that will appeal to all children; well illustrated, 7/6. • A new translation of “The Old Testament,” by James Moffat, in two volumes, 10/6 each. This translation has created a tremendous interest in the United Kingdom and the English speaking world. Procurable at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street. —Advt. While conversing with a deputation of workers on the Tutira section of the East Coast railway in Esk Valley, the Minister of Railways (the. Hon. J. G. Coates) said : Generally speaking the men employed on our works have stuck to us splendidly, in a, manner not “known before in the history of th. country. We are getting from them an increased number of miles of. work each year, and increased efficiency. They are giving us good service all over the country and we are now. got-, ting results. They are taking care of the Department’s property, and f’ behaviour in the camps ,s satisfactory and exemplary. I think the public recognise what they are doing, and we are prepared to do something for them. Gas appliances are now reduced con siderably in price, und as they are sold at net cost rates, no modem home should be without a gas cooking stove, wash boiler, or iron. Gas saves all household drudgery, and is far more economical than coal fires. There is no stock of fuel required, and you only pay for what you use. Your inspection of the Gas Show Rooms is welcomed. All appliances sold on time payment if desired. —Advt. Tjie Minister of Mines, Hon. G. J. Anderson, met several deputations at Kumara, yesterday, on his • way to Hokitika. The deputation were intro, duced by Mr Jas. O’Brien, M.P. One from the Kumara Miners' Association asked for relief from payment of rents and threats of prosecution for back rents for the old miners and pensioners. The Minister said he did not want to see the old people molested. The Kumara Medical’Association asked for a grant towards the cost of paying the doctor. The members were prepared to pay a levy of £3 a year per member, and asked for the grant so that they might be assured of medical services when required.' The. Minister premised to bring the question before Sir Maui Pomare. The settlers from Teremakau Settlement sent a request flor the completion of Payne’s Gully, road. The Minister of Public Works had promised the money, when available, and they had got no further. The settlers would be glad to do a portion of the work. Mr Anderson said he would' bring the matter before the Minister for Public Works. :

Watch Wade’s window for the Winter Season sports goods. Inspection invited.—Advt. > .j

Every automobilist needs a flashlight . for changing . tyres, to Back around, to avpid ditches and darft .etmbankments, to read directions, „qn.d- in many, many other ways flashlights will prove invaluable. We hold large stocks of flashlights, torches and batteries. at the lowest prices, o^ll: ,jn to-day and secure your winter flashlight.—A. E. Kiigpur, flor searchlights and batteries.—Advt. '

Final. Last four days of Sale comnyncing Friday, March 20. The closing days' of our Great Half-Price Sale/will be marked'by-an''array of bigger bargains in every department; Now-.you may obtain the utmost froma precious?.poupd. note. ■ -McG.nrer’sl Greymouth, Reefton, and AiTvV . . . = • •

1 Mr and Mrs A. T. Brooks are eoatrolling the'Gladstone Hotel, Reef ton. Visitors will find the house equal , to any on the Coast. Spacious diningroom, with . best of attention,. under I personal-supervision. iThe? hotel is being placed on the ■ official list of the Tourist Department.—Advt. The oyster beff : in Foveaux . Strait,, between’.the Soiitliiuiifl coast and Stew-v art Island is-'said, to b®.-prpbably:;thes largest in the world. Forymany hnles the” sea floor -is a-h immdnse.'; spread;, or oysters, which are easily' dredged>.up and in a few -hours -are dispatched to all parts of the Dominion. . -/<■' It is stated that so'popular has the steel dwelling become in Britain that various firms there are iinable -to ■cope with the' demand, .their overseas agents being unable to secure -any promise of delivery within at least a year. Meantime,' •; American agents have been appointed., It is to-be hoped that what has -happened in the motor car, wireless and electrical trades does not repeat itself in this case. , Last days o'- Sale, Friday! ' March 20th. to Tuesday, .March 24th.;. I’inal clearance, big- drop .in prices m every department. ,-.Hurry in: before the last of the final lias been hurried out. McGruer’s Greymouth',' " Reefton, and HokitiksAdvt. . • — Sand and ice yachting are popular pastimes when facilities.for such sport are available. . and some interesting times are spent at these. (says tbV “Southland Times”). W InvercargilL boys have devised, another form .on pastime, “trolley-sailing, and they are exacting a great amount of amusement out of‘ the trolley and a- sai-l-y In some localities unofficial races are held; and the-juveniles and their. pas.-: . sengers take full possession of -thA’i‘oad f or footpath during a -race. No?.'dqubtv the prolonged holidays are responsible for the latest form of juvenile amusement. : . f

Table Games for the children. New* Games- comprise “Toot-Toot,’’/. “•The Lucky Ten,” “The Little Gardener, “Coal Mine,” “The Little Bird.v in ,tW .Waod.’HJ'Footbaß,” “Trip Through Italy,” “Sriap-Sniip,” “The' “Gulliver’s Travels,” “The Merry. Lad-V der Game,.” /-Hopsa,” at-.1/--each.-‘fA Vbvage Round the ' Globe,’?- “Lotto,' “Look/ Qut/3 .-.“Who , Wants ! Ity”v ‘‘A ■Trip Through America,’//'/Latest Hockey Game,” “Tip-Tip,” “Halma,” 2/each. “Skittles,” 2/- and 3/6; Croquet 2/- and 3/6. Procurable at B, Dixon s Tainui Street.—Advt. . ...

As an illustration of the great goodwill engendered by the Botary movement in America, at a Welling^ oll luncheon, Mi- Teagle. mentioned that when he arrived in San Francisco he called at the Rotary office. Word of his coming had preceded him,--and on being -received by the - Rotarian ■ in charge he was greeted with theiremark “Hullo, Herbert ! I. have-been looking to seeing you for such a long time.” “There,” remarked Rotarian Teagle, ?‘was a friendship formed*- at once and it. was the introduction to many other friendly meetings, and acts of great hospitality which were tendered to me eyerywhere.”

New Books at B. Dixon’s, Tainui Street. “A Book of Famous ' Ships,’ by C. Fox Smith, illustrated, 7/vin Coolidge,” by M, E. Hennesy, 9/6; “The Children’s Cross Word Puzzle Book,” 2/6; “White Wings, or Fifty Years of Sail in the New Zealand Trade,” by Brett, 10/6; “The Old Testament,” a new translation by James Moffatt, in two. volumes'at 10/6 each; “The Awakening of Italy,” by Luigi Villari, 12/-; “Far Eastern Jaunts,” by Collins, 12/-; “The Children’s Bible,” by Arthur Mee, 7/6; “The Secret Agent,” by Joseph Conrad; 3/6; “Red and White,” by Richmond, 3/6; “Th e Night Horseman,” dby Max ; Brand; 3/6; “The 'White Ladiesi of Worcester,”/. by Florence Barclay, 4/6. —Advt.

A casual remark made' by Dr. E. Marsden, Assistant-Director of Educations in returning thanks for the welcome extended to him on his return from San Francisco at the Rotai-y Club luncheon at Wellington created loud and prolonged laughter. Dr. Marsden was waxing eloquent in expressing his appreciation of the kindly remarks, and was impressing upon his fellow members how pleased he was to be back home "again. “And; I want to say right here,” he remarked; but he got no further, speech being cut short by the loud laughter that greeted his “Americanism.” Dr Marsden J joined in the' laugh, hurriedly finished his speech, and. resumed his seat sti-r amid laughter.

Get that piano now; let “The Bristol” help you. The longer your home i is without a piano the longer you are t denying yourself and your family one of life’s worth , while pi joys—music. There is no reason for such a sacrifice when .you realise that “The Bristol’s” hire purchase system is at your command. With a small deposit and regular monthly payments you can have a piano made by the world’s a . master ' craftsmen —John Broadwood and Sons, Collard and Collard, -'Sarnes Bell, Barnard/, and the famous Walter Collinson ; prices from 80 . guineas. I Conimunicate with us now—we will? help you- —The Bristol Piano Company Ltd., Tainui'* Street, H. G. Denne: Manager;. Reef ton representative, Mr Nicholas -Lawn.—Advt. _

“Just before I came to New Zealandl,” said Commissioner U n swo.rth; °f the Salvation Amy, in an address at Wellington, “Queen. Mary sent for me.; Among her unusually busy days she I happened to have; a-; spare hour, and i so I was asked to go along, and ..I had ? the privilege of spending threp:quarters ? of an hour in the Royal drawing rcom ? at Buckingham Palace. And > let .me i tell you this —you in New Zealand and? the rest of tlie Dominions —you have! no better friends than the King and’ Queen. . The Queen, was so interested, in you,”' added , the s, Commissioner,'! “that I have to go back when-L return! to tell her how I, found you. . And I am sure I can take back your greetings to, Her .Majesty.”. *' ■